DEFMIL140 — Supervise platoon level defensive operations

1 Prepare and plan for operations

• 1.1Confirm ability of subordinates to complete the tasks.
• 1.2Action personnel administration.
• 1.3Receive and clarify orders in accordance with the commander’s intent.
• 1.4Determine and manage constraints and risks relevant to the mission or task.
• 1.5Assemble appropriate resources for the task and report any shortfalls that limit capability to the chain of command.
• 1.6Base planning decisions on a logical process to solve operational problems.
• 1.7Conduct battle procedures.

2 Conduct operations

• 2.1Prepare and deliver orders.
• 2.2Conduct liaison in accordance with operational requirements.
• 2.3Coordinate support from outside agencies.
• 2.4Provide technical advice to the chain of command or supported agencies as required.
• 2.5Recognise and respond to unexpected situations that require a quick and decisive response.
• 2.6Exercise command authority as appropriate.
• 2.7Lead subordinates by example.
• 2.8Carry out tasks and administration in accordance with orders.
• 2.9Maintain communication with the chain of command as required.

3 Finalise operations

• 3.1Conduct debriefs.
• 3.2Conduct post activity analysis and make recommendations.
• 3.3Recondition, replace or return equipment, stores and ammunition.
• 3.4Complete documentation.
• 3.5Monitor soldiers’ health and wellbeing and take appropriate action.

What does an assessment tool for DEFMIL140 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for DEFMIL140 needs to address all 44 unit components: 3 elements with 21 performance criteria, 9 performance evidence requirements, 14 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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