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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Select camp site.
   • Access camp site according to tour itinerary and land management requirements.
   • Where no designated area exists, select site for comfort, safety and minimal negative environmental impact.
   • Identify camp site hazards, assess associated risks, and eliminate or minimise hazards.
2. Set up camp site.
   • Set up camp site facilities, using safe manual handling techniques for equipment and supplies.
   • Arrange shelter appropriate for the prevailing weather and conditions.
   • Identify and access required water sources.
   • Construct camp fires in a safe location minimising danger to crew, participants and environment.
3. Operate camp site.
   • Operate camping equipment according to manufacturer instructions and safety guidelines.
   • Establish and follow environmentally-friendly rubbish and human waste disposal procedures.
   • Brief customers on waste disposal requirements, agree to procedures, and monitor adherence.
   • Discuss and agree on acceptable camp site behaviour with participants.
   • Operate camp fires according to land management and safety requirements.
   • Monitor camp site operations and make adjustments as required.
4. Break down camp site.
   • Safely dismantle, pack and store equipment and belongings.
   • Remove rubbish from the site where disposal facilities are not available.
   • Extinguish camp fires fully to ensure there is no danger to the environment.
   • Leave camp site in the original or improved condition.

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and:

select, set up and safely operate a camp site for a minimum of one night, ensuring minimal negative environmental and social impact and utilising at least three of the following features:

dining and cooking area

entertainment or scenic viewing area

fire site

latrines

pathways

tents

wash area

safely use each of the following items of camping equipment while operating the above camp site:

cleaning equipment

cooking equipment

cutting equipment and tools

groundsheets

lights

sleeping equipment

tables and chairs

tents

break down above camp site in line with safety, environmental and land management requirements.

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Knowledge Evidence

Demonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:

health and safety issues to be considered when setting up, operating and breaking down a camp site:

open fires

handling and disposing of waste

safe manual handling for heavy equipment

features of a desirable camp site and, considerations related to:

type of ground

level of ground

position of trees

proximity to water

local fauna

shade and shelter

sustainability considerations for camp site 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

potential negative environmental impacts:

damage to camp sites and surrounding areas

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

camp site hazards:

insufficient distance and protection from local wildlife

insufficient shade and protection from other weather elements

poor access to facilities

swollen creeks or rivers and possible flood activity

unstable trees or tree branches

unstable, rocky or uneven ground

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

operational features of standard camping equipment

challenges and issues that arise during camp site stays and ways to respond.

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