This unit describes the performance outcomes required to perform the assigned duties of a marshal at a motor sport event. It involves pre-event preparation, and carrying out general or assigned duties, such as paddock marshal, assembly marshal, grid marshal, pit marshal, communications marshal, course marshal or sector marshal. It requires the ability to observe event conditions and activities in own area of responsibility and correctly apply rules and regulations to ensure safety and compliance.
It applies to those working in the motor sport industry. The unit does not apply to the role of a flag marshal.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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Evidence Required
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Elements
Elements describe the essential outcomes.
Performance Criteria
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.
1. Make pre-event preparations
1.1 Event documentation is read and interpreted, including category rules and supplementary regulations
1.2 Personal documentation is checked to ensure it is current and suitable
1.3 Personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements are identified, prepared and checked for safe and operational condition
1.4 Conditions on the day are prepared for
1.5 Pre-race briefing session is attended and own role and responsibilities are confirmed
2. Prepare allocated post
2.1 Location of allocated post is confirmed and other team members are identified
2.2 Location is assessed for risks, and emergency escape route is planned according to category rules, supplementary regulations and safety requirements
2.3 Allocated post and required equipment are set up according to category rules and supplementary regulations
2.4 Communication system is checked for operation according to manufacturer procedures, category rules and supplementary regulations
3. Carry out marshalling duties
3.1 Communication is maintained with chief marshal and other official personnel as required and according to category rules and supplementary regulations
3.2 Event conditions are monitored and flags, signals or announcements are responded to according to category rules and supplementary regulations
3.3 Emergency situations are responded to according to category rules and supplementary regulations and within limits of own authority
3.4 Participant reactions to decisions are managed and conflict situations dealt with according to category rules and supplementary regulations
3.5 Incidents and observations from event are recorded for inclusion in the final report according to category rules and supplementary regulations
4. Complete work processes
4.1 Equipment, including communication equipment, is checked, maintained and returned according to category rules and supplementary regulations
4.2 Marshalling post is cleaned and secured
4.3 Written final report is prepared for chief marshal according to category rules and supplementary regulations
4.4 Post-meeting debriefing session is attended
Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standards defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:
act as a marshal at two different sanctioned motor sport events according to event rules and regulations, in which the work must involve:
using communication equipment and hand signals to:
direct vehicles, competitors and spectators
liaise with officials
producing a final report of the event for the chief marshal.
Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to acting as a marshal at a motor sport event, including procedures for:
selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)
identifying hazards and managing risks
motor sport events detailed in performance evidence, including:
organisational structures of events, including authority and communication lines
category rules and supplementary regulations of events
motor sport officiating, including:
responsibilities and tasks of a marshal
protocols for communicating with other event officials
personal preparation, resources and equipment required for officiating
communication techniques, including:
radio protocols and hand signalling
types and meaning of motor sport flags and light signals
basic conflict management techniques
applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relating to motor sport officiating, including safety and environmental regulations
organisational policies and procedures relating to acting as a motor sport marshal, including:
ethical requirements
emergency response procedures
reporting and recording procedures
planning processes for event.
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessment must include direct observation of tasks.
Where assessment of competency includes third-party evidence, individuals must provide evidence that links them to having acted as a marshal at a motor sport event, e.g. event sign-on sheet.
Assessors must verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.
The following resources must be made available:
two different sanctioned motor sport events
motor sport event officiating documentation, including:
rules and regulations
safety procedures and event procedures
motor sport event officiating equipment, including PPE.
Submission Requirements
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Assessment Tasks
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Elements
Elements describe the essential outcomes.
Performance Criteria
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.
1. Make pre-event preparations
1.1 Event documentation is read and interpreted, including category rules and supplementary regulations
1.2 Personal documentation is checked to ensure it is current and suitable
1.3 Personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements are identified, prepared and checked for safe and operational condition
1.4 Conditions on the day are prepared for
1.5 Pre-race briefing session is attended and own role and responsibilities are confirmed
2. Prepare allocated post
2.1 Location of allocated post is confirmed and other team members are identified
2.2 Location is assessed for risks, and emergency escape route is planned according to category rules, supplementary regulations and safety requirements
2.3 Allocated post and required equipment are set up according to category rules and supplementary regulations
2.4 Communication system is checked for operation according to manufacturer procedures, category rules and supplementary regulations
3. Carry out marshalling duties
3.1 Communication is maintained with chief marshal and other official personnel as required and according to category rules and supplementary regulations
3.2 Event conditions are monitored and flags, signals or announcements are responded to according to category rules and supplementary regulations
3.3 Emergency situations are responded to according to category rules and supplementary regulations and within limits of own authority
3.4 Participant reactions to decisions are managed and conflict situations dealt with according to category rules and supplementary regulations
3.5 Incidents and observations from event are recorded for inclusion in the final report according to category rules and supplementary regulations
4. Complete work processes
4.1 Equipment, including communication equipment, is checked, maintained and returned according to category rules and supplementary regulations
4.2 Marshalling post is cleaned and secured
4.3 Written final report is prepared for chief marshal according to category rules and supplementary regulations
4.4 Post-meeting debriefing session is attended
This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.
Conditions must include:
weather
personal comfort.
Safety requirements must include:
work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for:
selecting and using PPE
identifying hazards and managing risks.
Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standards defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:
act as a marshal at two different sanctioned motor sport events according to event rules and regulations, in which the work must involve:
using communication equipment and hand signals to:
direct vehicles, competitors and spectators
liaise with officials
producing a final report of the event for the chief marshal.
Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to acting as a marshal at a motor sport event, including procedures for:
selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)
identifying hazards and managing risks
motor sport events detailed in performance evidence, including:
organisational structures of events, including authority and communication lines
category rules and supplementary regulations of events
motor sport officiating, including:
responsibilities and tasks of a marshal
protocols for communicating with other event officials
personal preparation, resources and equipment required for officiating
communication techniques, including:
radio protocols and hand signalling
types and meaning of motor sport flags and light signals
basic conflict management techniques
applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relating to motor sport officiating, including safety and environmental regulations
organisational policies and procedures relating to acting as a motor sport marshal, including:
ethical requirements
emergency response procedures
reporting and recording procedures
planning processes for event.
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessment must include direct observation of tasks.
Where assessment of competency includes third-party evidence, individuals must provide evidence that links them to having acted as a marshal at a motor sport event, e.g. event sign-on sheet.
Assessors must verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.
The following resources must be made available:
two different sanctioned motor sport events
motor sport event officiating documentation, including:
rules and regulations
safety procedures and event procedures
motor sport event officiating equipment, including PPE.
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.
Observation Checklist
Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice
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Comments/feedback
Event documentation is read and interpreted, including category rules and supplementary regulations
Personal documentation is checked to ensure it is current and suitable
Personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements are identified, prepared and checked for safe and operational condition
Conditions on the day are prepared for
Pre-race briefing session is attended and own role and responsibilities are confirmed
Location of allocated post is confirmed and other team members are identified
Location is assessed for risks, and emergency escape route is planned according to category rules, supplementary regulations and safety requirements
Allocated post and required equipment are set up according to category rules and supplementary regulations
Communication system is checked for operation according to manufacturer procedures, category rules and supplementary regulations
Communication is maintained with chief marshal and other official personnel as required and according to category rules and supplementary regulations
Event conditions are monitored and flags, signals or announcements are responded to according to category rules and supplementary regulations
Emergency situations are responded to according to category rules and supplementary regulations and within limits of own authority
Participant reactions to decisions are managed and conflict situations dealt with according to category rules and supplementary regulations
Incidents and observations from event are recorded for inclusion in the final report according to category rules and supplementary regulations
Equipment, including communication equipment, is checked, maintained and returned according to category rules and supplementary regulations
Marshalling post is cleaned and secured
Written final report is prepared for chief marshal according to category rules and supplementary regulations
Post-meeting debriefing session is attended
Event documentation is read and interpreted, including category rules and supplementary regulations
Personal documentation is checked to ensure it is current and suitable
Personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements are identified, prepared and checked for safe and operational condition
Conditions on the day are prepared for
Pre-race briefing session is attended and own role and responsibilities are confirmed
Location of allocated post is confirmed and other team members are identified
Location is assessed for risks, and emergency escape route is planned according to category rules, supplementary regulations and safety requirements
Allocated post and required equipment are set up according to category rules and supplementary regulations
Communication system is checked for operation according to manufacturer procedures, category rules and supplementary regulations
Communication is maintained with chief marshal and other official personnel as required and according to category rules and supplementary regulations
Event conditions are monitored and flags, signals or announcements are responded to according to category rules and supplementary regulations
Emergency situations are responded to according to category rules and supplementary regulations and within limits of own authority
Participant reactions to decisions are managed and conflict situations dealt with according to category rules and supplementary regulations
Incidents and observations from event are recorded for inclusion in the final report according to category rules and supplementary regulations
Equipment, including communication equipment, is checked, maintained and returned according to category rules and supplementary regulations
Marshalling post is cleaned and secured
Written final report is prepared for chief marshal according to category rules and supplementary regulations
Post-meeting debriefing session is attended
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