This unit of competency is applicable to logistic personnel who have a responsibility to organise the delivery of logistic support in a deployed context. This person will typically plan logistic support for a relatively simple operation. This type of operation would enable planning to be completed by an individual as opposed to a significant operation where planning is usually completed by a team of professionals and operational control is at the highest level of the organisation.

This person will bring management skills and leadership to perform the scope of this unit of competency. Logistic support may be comprised of a range of capabilities from different disciplines including road transport, supply, maintenance, catering or health. All activities are carried out in accordance with relevant organisational policy and procedures.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1Analyse the logistic requirement

1.1 Operational requirement is analysed in order to establish the scope and intent of logistic support

1.2 Operating environment is identified and information is sought to establish the operating and logistic factors relating to the operation

1.3 Limitations and constraints are determined in order to establish what courses of actions are feasible and realistic

1.4 Critical facts and assumptions are made in order to allow planning to progress in the absence of developed knowledge of the current situation

2Analyse risks to logistic support

2.1 Risk analysis is conducted to identify and mitigate against unacceptable risks in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

2.2 Liaison with agencies involved in the operation's logistic is undertaken to ensure the most effective coordination of effort

2.3 Local population and organisations in the operating area are analysed to identify any possible disruption to logistic support

3Develop the logistic plan

3.1 Logistic situation is reviewed to inform planning

3.2 Planning timeline is prepared to guide planning activities and to ensure sufficient time is allowed to disseminate information and subsequent preparation of personnel and equipment

3.3 Logistic concept is created and based upon the analysis and the principles of logistic, operational suitability, feasibility and acceptance by management

3.4 Logistic plan is developed in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

3.5 Plan is adjusted in accordance with changing operational need

3.6 Contingency plans are developed

3.7 Logistic plan is communicated to stakeholders

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

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

Required knowledge:

Logistic concepts

Specialist knowledge of the organisation, function and logistic capabilities

Organisational policy and procedure pertaining to logistics

Specialist understanding of customer and stakeholder requirements

Risks to logistic support

Organisational role relevant to specialist logistic support

Environment consideration in planning logistic support

Organisational writing conventions

Planning process

Required skills:

Interpret instructions and apply to actions and tasks

Prepare and issue instructions that clearly communicate intent and operational tasks

Use problem-solving skills to apply a broad range of problem-solving strategies to planning outcomes

Analyse the complexities of a task such as limitations, freedoms, vulnerabilities, environmental considerations and time limitations

Undertake analysis to determine where internal and external factors impact on the logistic support requirements, and adjust planning accordingly

Use numeracy skills to accurately analyse and validate information

Use organisational skills to manage own planning tasks in concert with organisational requirements

Interpret policies and procedures

Make decisive, informed decisions that align with organisational requirements

Move forward despite the difficulty of the planning task

Use appropriate information technology and software

Use written and oral communication skills

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of:

applying the planning process outlined within the elements and performance criteria in response to a logistic support task in a deployed setting

applying organisational policy and procedure relating to planning of logistic support

Competency should be demonstrated over time and should be observed in a range of actual or simulated work contexts

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency should be demonstrated on at least one occasion covering the scope of the unit of competence

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

Method of assessment

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through activities in an appropriately simulated environment, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Limitations and constraints may include:

restrictions imposed by management

restrictions on movement

access to ports, loading areas, lifting equipment

access to resupply of fuel, water, food

the requirement to maintain a reserve of capacity or capability

quarantine restriction

Critical facts and assumptions may include:

composition of own resources

location and condition of key equipment

load capability of roads

distance

turnaround time

availability of local resources

Operating environment may include:

the terrain and climate

the location and capability of handling equipment

availability of local resources

movement corridors and routes

Operational factors may include:

mission essential equipment

operational period

availability of local resources

repair policy, including preventive maintenance requirements for material in stock

service level required at each line of stockholding

effects of terrain and climatic conditions on personnel and material

any arrangements for the provision of supplies and services

predicted usage rates

expected losses and delays within the logistic network and distribution system through adverse weather, fire or other hazards

predicted need to relocate stocks during deployment

Logistic factors may include:

movement lead time between the home location and operating area

transport lift capacities available

planned frequency of replenishment

availability of suitable areas, infrastructure and facilities

availability of lifting/loading equipment and trained workforce required to provide supply support to the stock

engineering effort necessary to enhance the logistic network and provide for storage facilities

potential variability of usage rates

probability of delays in either procurement or delivery

This unit contains employability skills.