Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify operationalrequirement and allocated resources
- Operationaltasks, resources allocated, constraints imposed and any special requirements are determined
- Doctrine, policies and procedures including issues of concern and shortfall applying to the task are identified
- Identified problems are reported to the chain of command in accordance with procedures and instructions
- Plan for operation
- Method of performing the operation is planned addressing the guidance and the resources provided and required for the task, including contingency arrangements
- Information and intelligence is gathered and reconnaissance is conducted
- Liaison is effected with neighbouring/support operations/units
- Resource shortfalls are identified and alternatives and/or consequential action is included in the plan
- Materials required are identified, acquired and assessed for suitability against current instructions, policies and procedures, with defects/shortfalls being reported in accordance with procedures
- Elements to perform the operation are identified, advised and orders on the tasks are issued
- OH&S policies/safety precautions addressing the operation are identified and applied in all associated activities
- Control the operation
- Operation is controlled and monitored to ensure efficiency of performance and objective are achieved
- Operation is coordinated with other concurrent operations and neighbouring/support activities/units as required, reallocating/adjusting resources to meet operational needs
- Communications with higher/controlling levels are maintained as required
- Reported problems are actioned in accordance with procedures and instructions
- Requested support is either provided or requested in accordance with current procedures
- Conclude processes
- Operation is documented in accordance with current instructions and procedures
- Debriefing is conducted as appropriate with the elements involved in the operation and higher levels/other organisations are informed of relevant matters
- Future operations are adjusted to reflect any impact of the completed operations