List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
1. Plan and prepare for navigation | 1.1 Access, interpret and apply navigation documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 1.2 Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm navigation information, work requirements and travel details 1.3 Select maps, equipment and navigation aids, and check for accuracy, currency and operational effectiveness 1.4 Identify faults/errors in maps and equipment, and record, report and address issues 1.5 Establish and maintain communication plan |
2. Plan the route | 2.1 Assess and select route to destination, consider information from map/plan/field observations 2.2 Examine maps, and identify relevant symbols, information and navigation data 2.3 Identify and locate current position in the field, on map/plan using landmarks and key geographical features 2.4 Identify and locate required destination on map/plan 2.5 Review the map route/plan, field observations, and local knowledge 2.6 Identify potential hazards and plan risk control measures 2.7 Measure and estimate distance to destination using map scale for selected route 2.8 Document in writing planned route on a navigation data sheet |
3. Conduct navigation | 3.1 Navigate planned route and schedule 3.2 Orientate the map/plan to surroundings and planned route 3.3 Use and interpret navigation aids 3.4 Navigate alternative routes to bypass obstacles and improve efficiency of route or course 3.5 Maintain clear and concise communication during navigation activity |
Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:
locates and applies relevant documentation, policies and procedures
implements requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective read and interpret map activities including:
applying problem solving skills to resolve issues to navigation route
applying mathematical skills, including: basic angles and geometry for compass bearings, estimation and measurement
works effectively with others to undertake and complete read and interpret map activities that meets all of the required outcomes including:
communicating by speaking clearly and listening actively
demonstrating the practice of working with others to read and interpret maps
maintaining written records and reporting
demonstrates completion of the reading and interpreting of maps that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:
reviewing the map route/plan by identifying and using:
symbols
navigation data
landmarks
geographical features
scale
identifying obstacles and navigating alternative routes
undertaking a minimum 2 km navigation following established route
traversing a 2 km route to specified destination
orienting the map to ground and surrounds
documenting the navigation route and details on the navigational data sheet
communicating the planned navigation route to others
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of reading and interpreting maps through:
identifying fatigue management techniques
identifying and using various types of communication systems and equipment
engaging map reading and road navigation techniques
identifying and interpreting types of maps, charts and scales and their uses
determining representation of topographic features on maps and plans
determining common scales used on maps and plans
identifying and using features and use of a compass and factors that affect compass accuracy
identifying the applications of a GPS
advantages and disadvantages of different map and chart types and sources of error
techniques for estimating distance travelled
An assessor of this unit must satisfy the requirements of the NVR/AQTF or their successors; and Industry regulations for certification and licensing; and,
this unit is best assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment;
where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of this sector’s workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills; and,
this unit must be assessed in compliance with relevant legislation/regulation and using policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals directly related to the industry sector for which it is being assessed; and,
assessment may be conducted in conjunction with the assessment of other Units of Competency; and,
assessment must confirm consistent performance can be applied in a range of relevant workplace circumstances; and,
assessors must demonstrate the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence as outlined in this Unit of Competency, and through the minimum years of current* work experience specified below in an Industry sector relevant to the outcomes of the unit; or,
where the assessor does not meet experience requirements a co-assessment or partnership arrangement must exist between the qualified assessor and an Industry subject matter expert. The Industry subject matter expert should hold the unit being assessed (or an equivalent unit) and/or demonstrate equivalence of skills and knowledge at the unit level. An Industry technical expert must also demonstrate skills and knowledge from the minimum years of current work experience specified below in the Industry sector, including time spent in roles related to the unit being assessed; and,
assessor and Industry subject matter expert requirements differ depending on the Australian Qualifications Framework Level (AQF) of the qualification being assessed and/or Industry Sector as follows:
Industry sector | AQF** Level | Required assessor or Industry subject matter expert experience |
Drilling, Metalliferous Mining, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying) and Civil Construction | 1 | 1 Year |
2 | 2 Years |
Drilling, Coal Mining and Extractive (Quarrying) | 3-6 | 3 Years |
Metalliferous Mining and Civil Construction | 3-6 | 5 Years |
Other sectors | Where this Unit is being assessed outside of the Resources and Infrastructure Sectors assessor and/or Industry subject matter expert experience should be in-line with industry standards for the sector in which it is being assessed and where no Industry standard is specified should comply with any relevant regulation. |
*Assessors can demonstrate current work experience through employment within Industry in a role relevant to the outcomes of the Unit; or, for external assessors this can be demonstrated through exposure to Industry by conducting frequent site assessments across various locations.
**Where a unit is being delivered outside of a Qualification the first numeric character in the Unit code should be considered to indicate the AQF level