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Australian soldiers will continue to benefit from an upgraded range safety tool so that when they are present on a “live-fire” range, they can be confident that everyone on the field is suitably qualified and authorised to participate.
The software was developed in a collaborative project between KBR and the Australian Army to manage and maintain certification for the safe conduct of live-fire range activities.
Initially developed to manage range safety qualifications, the Land Range Safety Management Tool now contains the training profile and qualifications of more than 70,000 Defence personnel across a variety of trade qualifications.
Since its introduction, the tool has enhanced both safety and soldier capabilities – it tracks every individual’s training, qualifications, experience and currency of training which has significantly improved live-fire range planning and the authorisation process.
“While the focus is on individual capabilities, the underlying technology has allowed the tool to be upgraded so that range managers and senior Defence leaders have access to live data for every trainee and their collective capabilities on the range,” KBR vice president Australia Defence Security Solutions Nic Maan said.
“This has delivered efficiencies through improved range planning, authorisation, management and provided greater assurance for the conduct of safe, realistic and tailored live-fire training.
“Importantly, we can continue to evolve the tool as technology evolves.”
Recently, a comprehensive program of tests and upgrades has seen the technology significantly enhanced which now enables commanding officers to better plan and manage live-fire practices and access the current qualifications and experience of all soldiers in real time.
