This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to control security risk situations using a firearm.

It includes:

• reviewing and complying with work instructions, procedures, workplace policies and legal rights and responsibilities including workplace health and safety (WHS) to discharge a firearm in response to a life-threatening situation within specified legal and strategic limits
• selecting and using protective and communication equipment, firearm and ammunition to meet work instructions
• identifying security threats and assessing the need and opportunity to present a firearm, and formulating response options that allow for changing risk circumstances
• using firearm control and tactical positioning techniques, discharging the firearm with consistent accuracy, and unloading, inspecting and storing the firearm after use.

It applies to people working independently or under limited supervision as members of a security team.

This unit may form part of the licensing requirements for people engaged in security operations in those states and territories where these are regulated activities.

Note:

This unit requires appropriate permits to be obtained to conduct firearms training in some states and territories.

This unit does not result in a firearms licence or permit. Refer to the regulatory requirements of individual states and territories.