As a member of the Agency’s working group, OPS was able to look at the policy question through a different lens, which complimented the expertise that existed within the organisation. OPS’ perspective focused on how skill is acquired, how skill is retained and how skills are recalled, particularly during critical incident situations.
OPS’ focus on psychomotor skill development, adult learning theory and the skill cycle, coupled with an analysis of current and alternate training and assessment protocols by the Bond University Tactical Research Unit (TRU), resulted in the identification of an assessment protocol that is not only operationally relevant but a positive and enjoyable adult learning environment as well.