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. Prepare for security operations | 1.1 Security operation orders are received and clarified where required 1.2 Battle procedure is conducted 1.3 Appropriate personal protective equipment is selected and fitted as directed and/or required by the operational environment |
2. Conduct security operations | 2.1 Specific activities are conducted in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures 2.2 Formations are adhered to in accordance with operational requirements 2.3 Fieldcraft is employed during operations in accordance with standard procedures 2.4 Securityof the team is maintained in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures 2.5 Drills and procedures are conducted in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures 2.6 Appropriate behaviours are applied when in contact with the enemy or other personnel in the threat environment |
3. Finalise security operational activities | 3.1 Post operation activities are conducted in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures 3.2 Post operation administration is conducted in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures |
Required Skills
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required Skills |
apply battlecraft aggressively apply cultural sensitivity apply navigation techniques apply recognised safety precautions apply operational safety assimilate orders handle weapons safely in an operational environment interpret fire control orders work in a team |
Required Knowledge |
battlecraft characteristics, technical capabilities, effects, employment and limitations of equipment cultural awareness fire control orders navigation techniques recognised safety precautions OH&S requirements Orders for Open Fire team work |
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 team by day and night in a simulated operational environment that replicates the extremes and stress of a threat environment. Assessment must also confirm the ability to carry out duties during the following activities: patrol key point security vehicle check points cordon and search. Assessment must confirm the ability to adhere to the following formations: single file open file staggered file arrowhead extended line one-up two-up column. Assessment must confirm the ability to maintain security of the team by: searching ground observing arcs applying weapon readiness states ensuring protection is maintained maintaining formations use of ground maintaining communication between individuals and groups. Assessment must confirm the ability to complete the following drills and procedures: contact drills counter ambush drills mine incident drills obstacle crossing drills harbour drills short and long halts. Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over time in a range of contexts that could be expected in the workplace. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment | Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in a simulated operational threat environment. The person should be exposed to the extremes of the operational environment under physical and mental stress. The context of assessment would usually be simulated due to the nature of this high-risk environment. Specific resources for assessment Access to a team; a simulated operational environment that replicates the extremes and stress of a threat environment; a rifle and ammunition; and a variety of equipment as listed in the Range Statement. |
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. | |
A security operations team is | A grouping up to approximately 30 personnel (for infantry this would be a section or platoon) |
Security operations may be conducted during | Conventional operations Military operations other than conventional warfare (MOOCW) |
Security activities may include | Clearance Convoy protection Cordon Key point security Patrol Searching Vehicle check points |
Battle procedures may include | Cleaning weapons Conducting rehearsals Receiving confirmatory orders Removing non-essential items Securing loose items Test firing weapons Testing or checking equipment, which may include: mobility platforms ammunition non-lethal weapons load carrying equipment day and night vision equipment infra-red lights rations specialist equipment communication equipment vehicle check point equipment |
Personal protective equipment may include | Ballistic protection (e.g. flack jacket) Elbow and knee pads Eye protection Gloves Hearing protection Helmet Respirator Shields Shin guards |
Standard procedures may include | Australian Standards Defence Instructions Doctrinal pamphlets Job guides, other publications Manufacturers' handbooks, industry specifications and technical instructions Occupational health and safety (OH&S) regulations Organisational policies and procedures Procedure manuals Reengagement procedures Relevant local government by-laws Relevant state/territory or federal legislation Routine Orders Standing Operating Procedures Standing Orders Written and verbal orders |
Formations | Will be largely dependent on the task, the nature of the threat, terrain and on the need for control, and may include: single file open file staggered file arrowhead extended line box one-up two-up column |
Fieldcraft is | The use of natural and artificial cover to provide a measure of protection for the soldier on the battlefield and thereby permit movement and allow the effective employment of weapons. it will include: individual movement by day and night use of ground use of cover and concealment use of fire positions |
Maintaining the security of the team may include | Applying weapon readiness states Early warning Ensuring protection is maintained Maintaining communication between individuals and groups Maintaining formations Observing arcs Searching ground Sentry posts Use of ground |
Drills and procedures may include | Contact drills Counter ambush drills Harbour drills Mine incident drills Obstacle crossing drills Quick response force Rendezvous and marry-up procedures Short and long halts |
Appropriate behaviours may include | Appropriate detention or securing techniques Complying with Orders for Opening Fire Correct prisoners of war handling Effective body language Effective communication styles Having due consideration for the individual's gender, race culture and religion |
Post operation activities may include | Confirming weapon state Hand-over evacuees Hand-over non combatants Hand-over prisoners of war Participating in debriefs Preparing for subsequent operations Psychological debrief |
Post operation administration may include | Assisting with resupply and redistribution Completing all documentation Equipment cleaning Maintenance of personal hygiene Returning specialist equipment Weapon cleaning |
Sectors
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills. |
Licensing Information
Not applicable.