Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

AURMDA006 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Communicate using flags and signals at motor sport events

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency AURMDA006 - Communicate using flags and signals at motor sport events
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the performance outcomes required to communicate with competitors, officials and other personnel at a motor sport event, using flags and other signalling methods. It involves pre-event preparation and communicating with motor sport event officials using flags and signalling methods according to event rules and regulations. It requires the ability to observe race and track conditions and correctly apply signalling conventions to communicate warnings, alerts and other information.It applies to those working in the motor sport industry.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

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 flag 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 motor sport events

motor sport event officiating documentation, including:

rules and regulations

safety procedures and event procedures

motor sport event officiating equipment, including PPE

motor sport event communication equipment, including:

motor sport flags

motor sport signal lights.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Motor Sport
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Make pre-event preparations
  • Job requirements are determined from event organisation documentation, including category rules and supplementary regulations
  • Personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements are identified and prepared and checked for serviceability
  • Conditions on the day are prepared for
  • Pre-event briefing session is attended, and own role and responsibilities confirmed
       
Element: Prepare allocated post
  • 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
  • Type of communication to be used is confirmed
  • Flag set is checked to ensure it is complete and flags are laid out ready for use, or signal lights are checked for correct operation
  • Signal boards and related equipment are checked and prepared for operation
  • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
  • Communication system is checked for operation according to manufacturer procedures, category rules and supplementary regulations
       
Element: Use flags and signals during event
  • 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 and signals responded to and used as required according to category rules and supplementary regulations
  • Incidents and observations from event are recorded for inclusion in written report according to category rules and supplementary regulations
       
Element: Complete work processes
  • Communication equipment is checked, maintained and returned according to category rules and supplementary regulations
  • Marshalling post is cleaned and secured
  • Written report is prepared for chief marshal according to category rules and supplementary regulations
  • Post-meeting debriefing session is attended
       
Element: Make pre-event preparations
  • Job requirements are determined from event organisation documentation, including category rules and supplementary regulations
  • Personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements are identified and prepared and checked for serviceability
  • Conditions on the day are prepared for
  • Pre-event briefing session is attended, and own role and responsibilities confirmed
       
Element: Prepare allocated post
  • 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
  • Type of communication to be used is confirmed
  • Flag set is checked to ensure it is complete and flags are laid out ready for use, or signal lights are checked for correct operation
  • Signal boards and related equipment are checked and prepared for operation
  • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
  • Communication system is checked for operation according to manufacturer procedures, category rules and supplementary regulations
       
Element: Use flags and signals during event
  • 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 and signals responded to and used as required according to category rules and supplementary regulations
  • Incidents and observations from event are recorded for inclusion in written report according to category rules and supplementary regulations
       
Element: Complete work processes
  • Communication equipment is checked, maintained and returned according to category rules and supplementary regulations
  • Marshalling post is cleaned and secured
  • Written report is prepared for chief marshal according to category rules and supplementary regulations
  • Post-meeting debriefing session is attended
       


Evidence Required

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

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 Job requirements are determined from event organisation documentation, including category rules and supplementary regulations

1.2 Personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements are identified and prepared and checked for serviceability

1.3 Conditions on the day are prepared for

1.4 Pre-event briefing session is attended, and own role and responsibilities 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 Type of communication to be used is confirmed

2.4 Flag set is checked to ensure it is complete and flags are laid out ready for use, or signal lights are checked for correct operation

2.5 Signal boards and related equipment are checked and prepared for operation

2.6 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed

2.7 Communication system is checked for operation according to manufacturer procedures, category rules and supplementary regulations

3. Use flags and signals during event

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 and signals responded to and used as required according to category rules and supplementary regulations

3.3 Incidents and observations from event are recorded for inclusion in written report according to category rules and supplementary regulations

4. Complete work processes

4.1 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 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:

communicate with others using communication equipment at two different motor sport events, in which the work must involve two of the following:

using flags

using hand signals

using signal boards

using signal lights.

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 risk

motor sport events detailed in performance evidence, including:

organisational structures of events, including authority and communication lines

category rules and supplementary regulations of events

responsibilities and tasks of a flag marshal

protocols for communicating with other officials

motor sport event communication, including:

personal preparation, resources and equipment required for officiating

communication techniques, including:

motor sport hand signalling

types and meaning of motor sport flags and light signals

motor sport flag rules and flagging techniques

radio protocols

applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relating to motor sport officiating, including safety and environmental legislation and regulations

organisational policies and procedures relating to acting as a motor sport flag marshal, including:

ethical requirements

emergency response procedures

reporting and recording procedures

planning processes for event.

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

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 Job requirements are determined from event organisation documentation, including category rules and supplementary regulations

1.2 Personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements are identified and prepared and checked for serviceability

1.3 Conditions on the day are prepared for

1.4 Pre-event briefing session is attended, and own role and responsibilities 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 Type of communication to be used is confirmed

2.4 Flag set is checked to ensure it is complete and flags are laid out ready for use, or signal lights are checked for correct operation

2.5 Signal boards and related equipment are checked and prepared for operation

2.6 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed

2.7 Communication system is checked for operation according to manufacturer procedures, category rules and supplementary regulations

3. Use flags and signals during event

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 and signals responded to and used as required according to category rules and supplementary regulations

3.3 Incidents and observations from event are recorded for inclusion in written report according to category rules and supplementary regulations

4. Complete work processes

4.1 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 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:

selecting and using PPE

identifying hazards and managing risk.

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 Yes No Comments/feedback
Job requirements are determined from event organisation documentation, including category rules and supplementary regulations 
Personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements are identified and prepared and checked for serviceability 
Conditions on the day are prepared for 
Pre-event briefing session is attended, and own role and responsibilities 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 
Type of communication to be used is confirmed 
Flag set is checked to ensure it is complete and flags are laid out ready for use, or signal lights are checked for correct operation 
Signal boards and related equipment are checked and prepared for operation 
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 
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 and signals responded to and used as required according to category rules and supplementary regulations 
Incidents and observations from event are recorded for inclusion in written report according to category rules and supplementary regulations 
Communication equipment is checked, maintained and returned according to category rules and supplementary regulations 
Marshalling post is cleaned and secured 
Written report is prepared for chief marshal according to category rules and supplementary regulations 
Post-meeting debriefing session is attended 
Job requirements are determined from event organisation documentation, including category rules and supplementary regulations 
Personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements are identified and prepared and checked for serviceability 
Conditions on the day are prepared for 
Pre-event briefing session is attended, and own role and responsibilities 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 
Type of communication to be used is confirmed 
Flag set is checked to ensure it is complete and flags are laid out ready for use, or signal lights are checked for correct operation 
Signal boards and related equipment are checked and prepared for operation 
Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 
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 and signals responded to and used as required according to category rules and supplementary regulations 
Incidents and observations from event are recorded for inclusion in written report according to category rules and supplementary regulations 
Communication equipment is checked, maintained and returned according to category rules and supplementary regulations 
Marshalling post is cleaned and secured 
Written report is prepared for chief marshal according to category rules and supplementary regulations 
Post-meeting debriefing session is attended 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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