Elements and Performance Criteria
- Handle a light support weapon
- Light support weapon is safely handled and carried in accordance with standard procedures.
- Ammunition is identified, selected and safely handled in accordance with standard procedures.
- Weapon drills are conducted in accordance with standard procedures.
- Fire positions are adopted as required by environment and threat.
- Work health and safety (WHS) requirements and recognised safety precautions are applied throughout the operation.
- Ammunition is secured and maintained in accordance with standard procedures.
- Apply fire with a light support weapon
- Weapon sighting systems and associated equipment are employed as required by the operational environment and in accordance with standard procedures.
- Rules of Engagement and Orders for Opening Fire are complied with when firing a light support weapon on operations in accordance with operational requirements.
- Targets are identified and engaged as required by the operational environment and in accordance with standard procedures.
- Maintain and stow a light support weapon
- Weapon and associated equipment are cleaned and serviced in all operational conditions.
- Defects are identified and rectified within limits of authority or reported to supervisor.
- Documentation is completed in accordance with standard procedures.
- Light support weapon is secured, in accordance with standard procedures.