Required skills

research skills to identify interpret and sort relevant information

communication skills including active listening and questioning to obtain information literacy skills to read and comprehend the content of plain English information documents about legal and ethical issues industry accreditation schemes and codes of behaviour

problemsolving skills to identify methods of incorporating risk management principles into sport specific officiating duties

Required knowledge

structure and function of the NOAS

sport specific rules lawsand regulations

sport specific rules, lawsand regulations

NSO requirements for officials including member protection

legal liability and duty of care

ethical responsibilities of an official

industry best practice equipment and safety requirements including risk management principles

principles of natural justice

generic reporting procedures and tribunal processes

presentation requirements including physical capability and mental preparation

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the ability to

source general officiating information and apply this to role as an official for a specific sport

obtain general knowledge of the NOAS and the role of NSOs

understan the physical and mental preparation required to officiate in a particular sport

apply knowledge of the key legal obligations and ethical issues related to role as an official for a specific sport including member protection and risk management

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to

appropriate communication technology to facilitate the processes involved in sourcing officiating information

information sources in order to conduct research and collect sufficient information

NSO sport specific rules regulations and requirements for officials for individuals chosen sport

NOAS information and ASC Officials code of behaviour

plain English documents that describe key legislation related to officiating

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess the practical skills and knowledge required to develop and update officiating knowledge The following examples are appropriate for this unit

projects to research differing aspects of officiating and delivery of the sourced information in a brief written or oral presentation

case studies and problemsolving exercises to assess application of knowledge to different situations and contexts

written and oral questioning or interview to test knowledge the key content of legislation and industry codes of behaviour

review of portfolios of evidence and thirdparty workplace reports of onthejob performance by the individual

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended for example

SISSSOF Officiate games or competitions

SISSSOF Judge competitive situations

Sources of information may include:

Sport specific information must include chosen sport’s National Sporting Organisation:

Legal obligations must include:

Ethical responsibilities may include:

Principles of risk management may include: