Elements and Performance Criteria
- Apply safety precautions in the use of firearms
- Locations on an aerodrome where firearms may be discharged are identified
- Hazards associated with the use of firearms on an aerodrome are identified and managed
- Firearm is carried, loaded and discharged in the correct manner
- Firearm is cleaned effectively and safely
- Firearm faults are reported in accordance with standard operating procedures
- Firearm is stored in accordance with regulatory requirements
- Use appropriate firearms and ammunition to control wildlife hazards
- Appropriate wildlife hazard control measures are selected in accordance with wildlife hazard management plan and standard operating procedures
- Cracker shells are used correctly to disperse a flock of birds in accordance with operating procedures
- Live shot is used in a safe manner to control wildlife hazards