This unit describes the skills required to effectively conduct battle shooting on operations with a service rifle in the Defence Force. The individual will usually operate under Orders for Opening Fire and in accordance with the Rules of Engagement.

This unit was developed for combat arms personnel required to operate a service rifle in a deployed operational environment.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.

Those undertaking this unit would work under supervision, usually as part of a team and will usually operate under direct orders. They would use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs while performing specific tasks in a broad range of unpredictable contexts.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.