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.
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Use bushcraft and survival techniques. | 1.1.Identify current remote area hazards, assess risks, and action contingency plans to eliminate or control risks. 1.2.Read maps and use navigation and communication equipment. 1.3.Share bushcraft knowledge with participants to enhance tour experiences and use their help as required. 1.4.Use bushcraft and survival techniques in emergency situations to source water, food and shelter and to signal for help or rescue. |
2. Operate remote area communications equipment. | 2.1.Tune and adjust equipment for clear transmission. 2.2.Obtain and select correct address to make outgoing communication. 2.3.Operate communications equipment according to organisational procedures and safety requirements. 2.4.Relay and receive messages using appropriate volume, tone and radio call signs and conventions. 2.5.Provide appropriate response and information to caller, and confirm that requests have been actioned. |
3. Conduct remote area touring activities with minimal impact. | 3.1.Conduct tour to ensure minimal negative environmental impacts and maximum comfort and safety of customers. 3.2.Conduct activities according to any special permit requirements and report incidents to the relevant agency. 3.3.Monitor status of culturally or environmentally sensitive areas and report deficiencies or damage to the relevant agency. 3.4.Minimise the effects of noise on local communities. |
Evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and:
safely operate at least three tours in remote areas with minimal negative environmental and social impact
operate at least two of the following experiences while on above remote tours:
adventure activities
aerial sightseeing
boating and cruising
fishing
four-wheel drive sightseeing
walking
use the following types of navigation and communication equipment according to organisational procedures and safety requirements while operating above tours:
compass
emergency position indicating radio beacon (EPIRB)
global positioning system (GPS)
radio communication equipment
demonstrate problem-solving, bushcraft and survival techniques in a remote area during above tours
identify procedures to respond effectively to at least one emergency situation from each of the three groups below:
accidents:
falls
vehicle or vessel accident
equipment failure:
communications
transport
injury or illness to self or customer:
dangerous bites or stings
heat exhaustion
heat stroke
hypothermia.
Demonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:
bushcraft and survival techniques:
building temporary shelter
navigating when lost
navigating when maps and navigation equipment fail
signalling for help when communications equipment fails
sourcing food
sourcing water
map reading and use of navigational equipment
operational features of remote area communication methods and equipment and, international radio call signs
key features and operational aspects of equipment and supplies needed for remote area touring
sustainability considerations for remote area operations:
environmentally or culturally sensitive areas and associated minimal impact practices
industry codes of practice
handling and disposal of waste and, human waste
use of water sources
laws, regulations and land management requirements and guidelines:
need for permits in national parks or on land under control of traditional owners
restrictions on camp site operations and use of open fires
safety and regulatory issues that relate to remote tour operation
remote area hazards:
animal or insect infestation
blocked roads
civil uprising
damaged facilities
disease
flooding
inclement weather
lack of available supplies
landslips
potential environmental impacts:
damage to culturally sensitive areas or sites
disturbance or injury to fauna
instigation of bush fire due to incorrect management of open fires
noise disturbance to the local community
physical damage to flora
pollution from waste.
Skills must be demonstrated in a remote area where bushcraft and survival techniques can be demonstrated. This can be:
a real tour
a simulated industry activity or tour set up for the purposes of assessment.
Assessment must ensure access to:
customers and remote tours sufficient in number to reflect typical experiences; these can be:
customers in an industry workplace who are assisted by the individual during the assessment process; or
individuals who participate in role plays or simulated activities, set up for the purpose of assessment, in a simulated industry environment operated within a training organisation
camping equipment
navigation and communication equipment:
compass
EPIRB
GPS
radio communication equipment
transportation and other equipment used on remote tours.
Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations’ requirements for assessors; and:
have worked in industry for at least three years where they have applied the skills and knowledge of this unit of competency.