DEFMIL142 — Support sub-unit level defensive operations

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What an assessment for DEFMIL142 must cover

38 assessable components: 3 elements (16 performance criteria), 13 performance evidence and 9 knowledge evidence requirements. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Prepare and plan for operations

1.1Obtain and clarify orders in accordance with commander’s intent
1.2Provide assistance in planning defensive operations, in accordance with organisational procedures
1.3Make planning decisions based on a logical process to solve operational problems
1.4Prepare outline-plans to support sub-unit level defensive operations and present to personnel as required

2 Support sub-unit level defensive activities

2.1Prepare and deliver orders in accordance with organisational procedures
2.2Coordinate and integrate combat support and combat service support into operational plans
2.3Assist in the execution of sub-unit defensive operations
2.4Coordinate defensive routine in accordance with operational plan and orders
2.5Coordinate patrol activity in accordance with operational plan and orders
2.6Coordinate occupation of an echelon in a defensive position in accordance with operational plan and orders
2.7Coordinate early warning and security measures in accordance with task requirements and operational procedures

3 Coordinate sub-unit administrative activities

3.1Plan and execute sub-unit level battlefield clearance to meet task requirements
3.2Coordinate sub-unit re-supply and maintenance in accordance with organisational procedures
3.3Supervise sub-unit within an echelon in Defence in accordance with operational plan
3.4Coordinate combat service support to sub-unit in accordance with organisational procedures
3.5Support and foster sub-unit morale, welfare and discipline, as required, in accordance with organisational policies

Performance evidence

applying relevant organisational administrative procedures
applying relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements including: - applying relevant safety precautions and procedures - applying safety, legislative and statutory requirements relevant to defensive operations - controlling risk - identifying, interpreting and analysing risk assessment requirements relevant to defensive operations
communicating effectively
conducting the individual military appreciation process
coordinating sub-unit administrative activities
displaying initiative and leadership
employing equipment and weapons tactically
managing resources
navigating during defensive operations
preparing and planning for operations
preparing reports
supporting relevant sub-unit level defensive activities and leading the group when required
working as part of a team

Knowledge evidence

basis for security operations
communication and liaison requirements
laws of armed conflict
logical process including: - defensive tactics, techniques and procedures - employment of battlespace operating systems - employment of weapons and equipment - individual military appreciation process - navigation techniques - orders for opening fire - orders for the use of force - principles of defensive operations - rules of engagement
principles of leadership
relevant defensive operations and military law requirements
relevant defensive operations re-supply and resource management
relevant legislation, and organisational policies and procedures
security tactics, techniques and operational procedures

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Questions about assessing DEFMIL142

What does an assessment tool for DEFMIL142 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for DEFMIL142 needs to address all 38 unit components: 3 elements with 16 performance criteria, 13 performance evidence requirements, 9 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for DEFMIL142?

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