Skill set Outline
Information current as of
14/09/2026 5:12 AM AWST
14/09/2026 5:12 AM AWST
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Firearms Skill Set
Firearms Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
AHCSS00183
AHCSS00183
State Code
AF250
AF250
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
01/05/2024
Current Release Date
11/02/2025
Current Release Number
2.00
Approved Date
08/11/2024
Nominal Hours
115
Duration
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 11/02/2025 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 01/05/2024 | Replaced | Replaced |
Description
This skill set provides the knowledge and skills required for workers in land management and/or biosecurity who hold a valid firearms license and encounter pest animals, animals in distress or animals subject to a biosecurity order and who are required to use firearms to ethically and humanly euthanise them in the field.
Pathway Information
These units of competency provide pathways into a range of Certificate II and Certificate III qualifications in the AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
State or territory licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to firearms use in all Australian jurisdictions and must be adhered to. Destruction of pest animals must comply with state or territory animal cruelty legislation.
Target Group
This skill set is for individuals who are licensed to use firearms and are employed in land management, biosecurity or pest management roles.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from theAHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Packagemeet industry requirements for ethically euthanising animals in the field using a firearm.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OFF32 | AHCLSK368 | Comply with industry animal welfare requirements | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OFC35 | AHCWHS302 | Contribute to workplace health and safety processes | 45 | Unit of competency |
| BAS09 | AHCPMG304 | Use firearms to humanely destroy animals | 50 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AE438 | AHCSS00113 | Firearms Skill Set | Skill set |