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DEFCM004B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Instruct a workplace physical training session in Defence

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency DEFCM004B - Instruct a workplace physical training session in Defence
Description This unit covers the competency required to instruct a basic physical training session for a group in the Australian Defence Force (ADF).The person undertaking this work need not be a fitness or physical training specialist. Consequently, the physical training program and activities will be contained in pre-formatted session plans.The unit includes the requirement to conduct a session based on a structured and defined unit physical training program and to lead a physical training session in accordance with safety risk management principles, approved methods of instruction and within the appropriate scope of practice.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application The application of this unit in the workplace - the environments, complexities and situations involved - will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package.This text will be useful for the purposes of job descriptions, recruitment advice or job analysis; where possible, it will not be too job specific to allow other industries to import it into other Training Packages, where feasible.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field
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: Prepare for a physical training session
  • Session plan and other planning information is received from the unit physical training coordinator.
  • Where necessary, unclear aspects of the planning information are clarified with the coordinator.
  • Physical training aims and objectives of the group are confirmed against the allocated session plan.
  • Physical training session and activities are rehearsed to ensure correct technique and method of delivery are followed.
  • Clarification is sought from appropriate persons on points of doubt during the planning of the physical training session.
  • Session safety risk management plan is reviewed and applied in the local area and environment.
  • Current Defence injury prevention techniques are considered and applied to the session plan.
  • Potentially harmful practices, as outlined in the session plan, are avoided.
  • Resources are identified and organised to enable the physical training session to occur in accordance with the session plan.
       
Element: Conduct a basic physical training session
  • Dress and presentation are appropriate for the conduct of the planned physical training session.
  • Pre-class instructions are delivered to ensure the group is informed and prepared to commence the session.
  • Warm-up instruction is delivered to ensure participants are physically and mentally prepared for the session.
  • Session is conducted to achieve a physical training outcome as detailed in the session plan.
  • Appropriate methods of instruction are applied in the session to impart the greatest benefit to the participants.
  • Methods to ensure correct technique for safety and efficiency are implemented and monitored.
  • Common technical errors are adjusted and corrected and the correct technique is demonstrated.
  • Cool-down instruction is delivered to bring the participants back to a resting state.
  • Own performance isreviewed.
       
Element: Motivate participants
  • Appropriate motivational techniques are applied to achieve the desired physical effort and exercise intensity.
  • Constructive and positive feedback is provided to participants in order to guide and recognise performance.
  • Those in the class with poor coordination are accommodated and less skilled performers are assisted.
  • Participants' exercise intensity is monitored and adjusted as required.
       


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.

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

Assessment must confirm the ability to provide safe physical instruction to Defence personnel at all times.

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated over a number of classes to ensure consistency of performance.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace environment.

Specific resources for assessment

Access to an appropriate facility and relevant equipment.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required Skills

move in a controlled and efficient manner while participating in a variety of exercise

Required Knowledge

Defence Injury Prevention Program

equity and diversity

factors of human performance

legislation and common law pertinent to duty of care

work health and safety (WHS)

organisational policies and procedures pertinent to Defence sport and physical training

methods of instruction and principles of instruction

risk management

theory of physical training

The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.

Session plan may include:

resource requirements

safety risk management plan

session objectives

session phases

specified activities

stage of training

suggested number of participants

time allocation

training venue

Other planning information may include:

location/training area

participant information

specific timings

Physical training session and activities may include:

agility sessions and activities:

balancing

crawling

cutting

jumping

landing

low foot assisted gate vault

pivoting

rolling (forward, shoulder, log rolls)

swinging

turning

endurance sessions and activities:

basic circuit (incorporating agility and strength components)

relays

interval training

run <3 km (sand shoes only/no load carriage)

walking (no load carriage)

minor team games sessions:

continuous cricket

irish cricket

skittle ball

softball

team passing

volleyball

strength sessions and activities:

arm curl (torsion bar)

dips

heaves

overhead press (torsion bar)push-ups

rope climbing

rifle exercises

sit-ups

squats

Appropriate persons may include:

combat fitness leader

physical training instructor

Session safety risk management plan may include:

analysis of the activity format and content

analysis of the identified risks in order to establish a risk level

assessment and prioritisation of risks and identification of risk treatment strategies

consideration of previously identified and proven injury prevention strategies during activity planning

identification of injury risks in the planned activity

reviewing the effectiveness of risk treatment strategies during and after the activity

treatment or controlling of identified risks

Potentially harmful practices may include:

ballistic movements

deep knee bends

exercising while sick or injured

exercising in extremes of temperature

multiple repetitions

pounding on the spot

spinal hyperextension

straight leg sit-ups

Resources may include:

cricket bats

footballs

free weights

service rifles

softballs

torsion bars

Pre-class instructions may include:

appropriate and safe footwear and clothing

correct breathing

correct exercise techniques

outline of the session

pain/discomfort

personal introduction

rest periods

welcome

Appropriate methods of instruction may include:

appropriate positioning

avoidance of competing against the class

body language

demonstration of performance:

explain, demonstrate, imitate

explain, demonstrate, practice

demonstrate, explain, practice

establishing rapport

mannerisms

monitoring and encouraging class response

personality

rehearsal

session organisation

verbal communication:

encouragement

voice clarity

pitch

modulation

visual and verbal cueing with variety

visual previewing

Correct technique may include:

large well defined movements

working within limits

Common technical errors may include:

arms too high or low

lower back hyper extended

knees over feet

shoulders rounded

stretching rounded back

Reviewing own performance may include:

appropriate intensity applied

class format and control

instructional techniques

participant exercise technique monitored

participant motivation achieved

Appropriate motivational techniques may include:

competition

endeavour

enthusiasm

individual effort

mental toughness

realism

sense of achievement

team work

the will to win

variety

Participants' exercise intensity is monitored may include:

heart rate response

form and fatigue

motivation and enthusiasm suitable to the class format

perceived rate of exertion

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
Session plan and other planning information is received from the unit physical training coordinator. 
Where necessary, unclear aspects of the planning information are clarified with the coordinator. 
Physical training aims and objectives of the group are confirmed against the allocated session plan. 
Physical training session and activities are rehearsed to ensure correct technique and method of delivery are followed. 
Clarification is sought from appropriate persons on points of doubt during the planning of the physical training session. 
Session safety risk management plan is reviewed and applied in the local area and environment. 
Current Defence injury prevention techniques are considered and applied to the session plan. 
Potentially harmful practices, as outlined in the session plan, are avoided. 
Resources are identified and organised to enable the physical training session to occur in accordance with the session plan. 
Dress and presentation are appropriate for the conduct of the planned physical training session. 
Pre-class instructions are delivered to ensure the group is informed and prepared to commence the session. 
Warm-up instruction is delivered to ensure participants are physically and mentally prepared for the session. 
Session is conducted to achieve a physical training outcome as detailed in the session plan. 
Appropriate methods of instruction are applied in the session to impart the greatest benefit to the participants. 
Methods to ensure correct technique for safety and efficiency are implemented and monitored. 
Common technical errors are adjusted and corrected and the correct technique is demonstrated. 
Cool-down instruction is delivered to bring the participants back to a resting state. 
Own performance isreviewed. 
Appropriate motivational techniques are applied to achieve the desired physical effort and exercise intensity. 
Constructive and positive feedback is provided to participants in order to guide and recognise performance. 
Those in the class with poor coordination are accommodated and less skilled performers are assisted. 
Participants' exercise intensity is monitored and adjusted as required. 

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