Application
This unit describes the skills required to site range complexes as a member of a Range Siting Board. It includes the processes of siting individual ranges or a group of ranges as part of a range complex ensuring the efficient utilisation of land and the safety requirements related to the use of weapons and ammunition.
This unit was developed for Defence personnel who work in range management and range control but may be relevant to others who work in this field.
The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.
Those undertaking this unit would work independently or as part of a team under indirect supervision, while performing complex tasks, in a range of familiar contexts. They would use discretion and judgement and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section. |
1. Prepare to site range complexes | 1.1 Confirm appointment to the Range Siting Board. 1.2 Identify and research range user requirement. 1.3 Identify and acquire resources required for the Range Siting Board. 1.4 Establish and maintain contact with other board members. |
2. Site range complexes | 2.1 Develop options to meet the user requirement in accordance with Range Siting Board requirements. 2.2 Undertake reconnaissance of proposed and alternate range site in accordance with Range Siting Board requirements. 2.3 Assess proposed and alternate sites. 2.4 Provide technical advice to guide Range Siting Board members in their considerations. 2.5 Select the best option in consultation with Range Siting Board members. |
3. Finalise Range Siting Board reports | 3.1 Produce range development and works proposals in accordance with the Range Siting Board terms of reference. 3.2 Adjust and finalise proposed range templates and traces. 3.3 Contribute to final report in accordance with Range Siting Board requirements. 3.4 Finalise range inspector’s report and submit to Range Siting Board. |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.
applying environmental issues relevant to ranges
using liaison techniques
exercising judgement in relation to range safety
interpreting and applying range safety requirements
interpreting range specifications and construction requirements
interpreting range user requirements
interpreting weapon and ammunition specifications and effects
Evidence of Knowledge
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.
application of ammunition danger area traces and templates
composition of teams and roles and responsibilities of team members
environmental issues relevant to ranges
geographical information systems
map reading and navigation techniques
planning processes
range safety requirements
range specifications and construction
reporting requirements
team work and collaboration processes
techniques for supporting others/team members
weapon and ammunition specifications and effects
works proposal processes
Assessment Conditions
Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.
Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
Foundation Skills
The foundation skills demands of this unit have been mapped for alignment with the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). The following tables outline the performance levels indicated for successful attainment of the unit.
ACSF levels indicative of performance:
Further information on ACSF and the foundation skills underpinning this unit can be found in the Foundation Skills Guide on the GSA website.
Competency Field
Range