CSCSAS035 — Use firearms

1 Assess the need to use firearms

• 1.1Assess the need for the use of firearms against the degree and nature of risk to people, legislation, the organisation’s use of force guidelines, and emergency response procedures
• 1.2Anticipate risk, based on assessment of information available, observation of the hazards in the situation and likely consequences of events
• 1.3Assess and select options for action on the basis of capacity to complete the actions and suitability of response to the degree of risk
• 1.4Identify situations requiring assistance and request support
• 1.5Select personal protective equipment according to the requirements of the situation and use it according to organisational procedures

2 Handle and discharge firearms

• 2.1Select ammunition appropriate to firearm that complies with manufacturer specifications and legislation requirements
• 2.2Check that grip, handling, and presentation of firearms comply with legislative requirements and ensure retention and continued control
• 2.3Load and carry firearms in a secure and accessible manner that complies with legislative requirements and organisational procedures
• 2.4Employ positioning that is consistent with assessment of intentions and risks
• 2.5Make appropriate judgements about the decision to use the firearm according to use of force guidelines and legislative requirements
• 2.6Discharge firearms according to legislation and organisational policy and procedures
• 2.7Maintain consistency of accuracy in the discharge of firearms as defined by organisational standards and procedures

3 Evaluate response

• 3.1Evaluate and review effectiveness of responses according to information, observation, and outcomes of events
• 3.2Provide accurate and constructive observations of incidents in review and debriefing
• 3.3Complete records and reports that comply with organisational procedures
• 3.4Recognise and manage the effects of stress and trauma on self and of others affected

What does an assessment tool for CSCSAS035 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CSCSAS035 needs to address all 38 unit components: 3 elements with 16 performance criteria, 9 performance evidence requirements, 13 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 CSCSAS035?

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