PUADEFCA201B - Operate indirect fire weapons

PUADEFCA201B
Operate indirect fire weapons

This unit covers the competency required to safely handle, aim, fire, manoeuvre and maintain indirect fire weapons.The operator must be thoroughly familiar with characteristics and capabilities of the weapon and competent in the application of fire in an operational environment.The operator will work as part of a gun detachment team, be under direct supervision and receive orders that dictate all actions.This unit is not intended for missile systems, rocket systems or for small arms.

Application

The application of this unit in the workplace - the environments, complexities and situations involved - will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package.

This text will be useful for the purposes of job descriptions, recruitment advice or job analysis; where possible, it will not be too job specific to allow other industries to import it into other Training Packages, where feasible.

Prerequisites

Prerequisite Unit/s

Nil

Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT	PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
1. Maneuver the weapon	1.1 Weapon is moved into position as directed 1.2 Weapon is prepared for firing in accordance with standard procedures 1.3 Weapon is prepared for movement in accordance with standard procedures 1.4 Occupational health and safety (OH&S) requirements and recognised safety precautions are applied throughout the operation in accordance with standard procedures
2. Aim the weapon	2.1 Ancillary equipment is prepared for use and operated as required or directed 2.2 Indirect fire weapon is aimed and adjusted as directed and in accordance with standard procedures 2.3 Aiming calculations and recordings are maintained in accordance with standard procedures
3. Fire the weapon	3.1 Ammunition is handled under supervision and in accordance with standard procedures 3.2 Ammunition is visually inspected, defects are reported to supervisor and defective ammunition is quarantined as directed 3.3 Ammunition selected by the supervisor is prepared in accordance with orders 3.4 Ammunition is loaded and unloaded as directed 3.5 Gun is fired in accordance with orders 3.6 Misfire drills are completed as directed and in accordance with standard procedures 3.7 Ammunition residue is unloaded or removed after firing
4. Maintain the serviceability of the weapon	4.1 Defects are reported to supervisor 4.2 Operating maintenance is conducted in accordance with standard procedures

Required Skills

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required Skills

hand eye coordination

manual dexterity

team work

use communication equipment

work in a stressful environment

Required Knowledge

characteristics and technical capabilities of the system

OH&S requirements

safety precautions associated with the equipment

Evidence Required



Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit	Assessment must confirm the ability to work as part of a gun detachment team; to use the ancillary equipment listed in the Range Statement; and to identify all ammunition defects listed in the Range Statement. Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over a period of time either on operations or in simulated operational environments.
Context of and specific resources for assessment	Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in a simulated operational environment due to the high-risk nature of the activity. The simulation should replicate the live environment where stress and fatigue are key features. The individual must be assessed as part of a team carrying out each of the individual functions required to operate an indirect fire weapon. Specific resources for assessment Access to a live fire range, an indirect fire weapon and live ammunition.
Guidance information for assessment	Information that will assist or guide assessment will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package.

Range Statement


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.
Manoeuvring the weapon includes	Manhandling the weapon from the transport to the firing platform
Standard procedures may include	Australian Standards Defence Instructions Doctrinal pamphlets Job guides, other publications Manufacturers' handbooks, industry specifications and technical instructions OH&S regulations Organisational policies and procedures Procedure manuals Relevant local government by-laws Relevant state/territory or federal legislation Routine Orders Standing Operating Procedures Standing Orders Written and verbal orders
Ancillary equipment may include	Collimator/aiming devices Fuse setters Orientation and positioning equipment Weapon sights
Ammunition may include	Anti personnel Anti tank High explosive Illumination Improved conventional munitions Incendiary Marker Precision guided munitions Smoke base eject/ all colours And may be used with fuse types: delay proximity super quick (point detonating/graze) time
Defects must (for safety reasons) include	Corrosion Cracks Damage packaging Dented cartridge cases Fluting of the cartridge case Incorrect fuse projectile combinations Incorrect propellants Proud or recessed primer Rust Weeping
Orders may be	Transmitted electronically Verbal Written
Operating maintenance may include	Cleaning Lubricating

Sectors

Not applicable.

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.

Licensing Information

Not applicable.