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The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. |
Level of search is dependent on threat and may include | Level 1 - high threat, near certainty of device, internal examination, full protection = HRSLevel 2 - medium threat, possibility of device, internal inspection, full protection = HRSLevel 3 - low threat, little possibility of device, EDD check, LRS rummage search, protective kit only after positive ID of device = LRSLevel 4 - no threat, rummage search = occupant check |
Categories of search may include | CAT A - grave, immediate threat = HRS/EODCAT B - indirect threat, safe wait period, tech intel value = HRS/LRSCAT C - little threat, search after CAT A/B = mainly LRSCAT D - no present threat, marked and left = LRS |
Suspect devices may include | Open booby trap - can visibly identify the main components (firing device, power source, connection, blasting cap, main charge) which may enable the components to be separated (firing device from main charge)Closed booby trap - has the main components concealed by a casing which may/may not contain internal booby trapImprovised explosive device - which is a form of booby trap |
Search environment may include | AircraftRuralShipUrban |
High-risk search may be used for | Area searchOccupied houseRoute searchUnoccupied houseVehicle search:bike, car, truck, semi, train, boat, aircrafttype - primary (all corps), secondary (HRS), detailed (mechanics/specialists) |
Standard procedures may include | Australian StandardsJob guides, pamphlets and other publicationsManufacturer's handbooks, industry specifications and technical instructionsOH&S regulationsOrganisational policies and proceduresRelevant local government by-lawsRelevant state/territory or federal legislation or regulationsStatutory waterways rulesWritten and verbal orders and job instructions |
Personal protective equipment may include | Ballistic helmetBallistic suit (vest and pants)Breathing equipment (WICSH)Chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) ensemble (mask, jacket, pants, gloves, boots)GlovesGogglesHardhatHarness (WICSH)Hearing protectionKnee and elbow padsReflective vest |
Tools and search equipment may include | Assorted hand tools - pliers, screwdriver, etc.Binoculars Block and tackleCaltrops, vehicle barriers, speed humpsCamera - video, still (35 mm, digital)Carpenters tool kitCommunications equipmentCrow bar, jimmy bar, etc.Digging tools - pick, shovel, mattock, crowbar, etc.Electrical tape, string, cable ties, etcElectrical tools, lighting and generatorEndoscopeEvidence bagsGlobal Positioning System (GPS), compass (navigation aids)Grappling hook and lineHammer - sledge, claw, ball-paneHand held laser range finderHook and line kitLadderMine/metal detectorMine prodder, bayonet, etc.Mirror telescopicNight vision goggles (NVG)Portable x-rayRecord logTorchTrolley - under vehicleVapour/gas detector |
Deployment into the area of operations may include | ManpackMechanisedMotorisedAnd may be via:airhelicoptersea |
Using improvised remote means is defined as | High-risk and will usually initiate a device if presentUsing block, tackle, ropes, etc to open doors, windows, etc. to prove the entry, ground, floor is clear of devices |
Clearing the site may include | Neutralising suspect devices by disconnecting the firing device from the main charge of a booby trap or munitions, which may involve:replacing safety pins/clipscutting the connection (detcord) of open booby trapsRequesting assistance as appropriate |
Stakeholders may include | Civil authoritiesCivilian populationExplosive ordnance disposal techniciansFlanking units Operational commanders |
Documentation may include | After action reportIncident search reportLessons learnedPersonnel debriefsPost activity reportsPost exercise reports |
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