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

SISOARC301A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Conduct an archery session

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency SISOARC301A - Conduct an archery session
Description This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan and conduct a non-instructional target archery session. It does not cover field or clout archery.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to those working as archery leaders, coaches or guides who conduct target archery sessions in controlled conditions. This unit may also apply to leaders working for outdoor education or adventure providers; volunteer groups; not-for-profit organisations or government agencies.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Nil
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: Plan for an archery session.
  • Conduct relevant assessments to determine the conditionofparticipants.
  • Develop a plan according to relevant legislation, organisational policies and procedures and participant's needs.
  • Identify a location according to participant's abilities, aims and objectives, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
  • Identify hazards associated with target archery and minimise risks to ensure safety of participants.
  • Access relevantsources to interpret weather and environmental information to determine activity plan.
  • Inform appropriate authorities before commencing the session, where required.
       
Element: Select equipment for the group.
  • Select equipment according to contextual issues and organisational policies and procedures.
  • Assess equipment for safety and serviceability.
  • Check and pack safety equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.
       
Element: Brief participants.
  • Communicate instructions and relevant information about the archery session in a manner suitable to the participants.
  • Outline safety procedures, contingency plans and boundaries for the session and activities.
  • Demonstrate correct posture and techniques for firing arrows and the removal of arrows from the ground and targets.
  • Establish a suitable communication system for participants to use during the session.
  • Check and confirm participants are properly equipped for archery activities and conditions.
       
Element: Conduct archery session.
  • Demonstrate archery techniques to participants.
  • Monitor individual participant's performance and provide appropriate feedback.
  • Implement appropriate modifications to activities as required according to situational changes.
  • Respond to emergencies or non-routine situations according to organisational policies and procedures.
       
Element: Complete post session responsibilities.
  • Notify appropriate authority of session completion as required.
  • Retrieve, inspect, repair and store equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.
  • Evaluate relevant aspects of the session.
  • Identify potential areas of improvement for future sessions.
  • Review own performance and identify potential improvements.
       


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.

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 following is essential:

plans within activity constraints and guides or leads and monitors groups in a safe and professional manner

applies contingency management techniques to deal with a range of problems and issues that may arise during archery sessions

encourages and responds to group feedback and evaluates and reflects on own leading performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure the safe leading of groups in archery activities that are appropriate to the needs and characteristics of a range of participants to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.

Assessment must also ensure access to:

a suitable archery venue to lead groups in archery activities

participants to take part in the archery session

resources and information regarding participants and location to plan, lead and document archery activities for a variety of participants

bows, strings, arrows, targets, stands, quivers, finger or arm guards, and safety and first aid equipment.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

observation of planning and leading processes and interacting with a group of participants, including conveying information for safe participation

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge and application of relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe conduct of all archery activities during session

observation of dealing with contingencies such as changing weather conditions and equipment failure

review of archery session plans

third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.

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

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.

Required skills

communication skills to:

consult with participants to plan an archery session that meets their needs

convey information about the safety aspects of the session

interact with participants to create a safe and positive environment

problem-solving skills to:

plan an archery session according to participant's needs

make decisions regarding potential hazards and impact of weather conditions

respond to non-routine situations

planning and organising skills to:

source, allocate and coordinate equipment and a suitable location

organise participants into manageable groups for archery activities

language and literacy skills to:

produce plans

complete post session participant and self evaluations

personal target archery skills to a high level of technical correctness to demonstrate and explain techniques to participants

first aid and emergency response skills appropriate to the location to enable initial response to emergencies and personal health care.

Required knowledge

legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe conduct of archery session

location specific information to enable planning and management of potential archery hazards and any special restrictions applying to the area

equipment types, characteristics and technology used for target archery, the advantages and disadvantages of the range of equipment and factors affecting appropriate selection

clothing and footwear requirements for safe conduct and participation in archery session

target archery techniques and communication systems used between participants

weather and environmental information to ascertain possible conditions and their affect on the session

emergency and safety procedures to negotiate potential hazards and risks relevant to the location to ensure safety of self and participants.

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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Condition of participants may include:

previous experience

physical development

age

injuries and illnesses.

Plan may include:

aims and objectives

date, time and duration

location or site, equipment and resources

safety requirements.

Relevant legislation may include:

occupational health and safety

permits or permission for access

environmental regulations.

Organisational policies and procedures may include:

occupational health and safety

time and budget constraints

use, maintenance and storage of equipment

communication protocols

confidentiality of participant information

assessment procedures

code of ethics.

Participant's needs may include:

physical

emotional

psychological.

Aims and objectives may include:

self improvement

meeting people

adventure and recreation.

Hazards may include:

temperature extremes

slippery or unstable terrain

dangerous animals and insects

stinging trees and nettles

dense vegetation

group management hazards.

Risks may include:

hypothermia

heat exhaustion

injuries

exhaustion

lost party or party member

equipment failure.

Relevant sources may include:

Bureau of Meteorology

media

land managers or agencies

local knowledge.

Weather and environmental information may include:

satellite images

daily and weekly forecasts

maximum and minimum temperatures

weather warnings

event warnings

river levels

synoptic charts

high and low tide predictions.

Appropriate authorities may include:

authorities

supervisors.

Equipment may include

bows

strings

arrows

quivers

stands

targets

finger tab or shooting glove

arm guards

safety and first aid equipment.

Contextual issues may include:

weather conditions, including times

season

transport

location

trip distance and duration

group objectives

group size.

Relevant information may include:

safety procedures

logistical details

risk and hazard prevention and management

archery techniques

responsible and safe behaviour.

Situational changes may include:

change of weather

equipment failure

conditions.

Relevant aspects may include:

objectives

planning process

activity site

weather

equipment selection

clothing selection

food selection

instructional content

instructional technique

directing techniques

rescue techniques employed.

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
Conduct relevant assessments to determine the conditionofparticipants. 
Develop a plan according to relevant legislation, organisational policies and procedures and participant's needs. 
Identify a location according to participant's abilities, aims and objectives, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 
Identify hazards associated with target archery and minimise risks to ensure safety of participants. 
Access relevantsources to interpret weather and environmental information to determine activity plan. 
Inform appropriate authorities before commencing the session, where required. 
Select equipment according to contextual issues and organisational policies and procedures. 
Assess equipment for safety and serviceability. 
Check and pack safety equipment according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Communicate instructions and relevant information about the archery session in a manner suitable to the participants. 
Outline safety procedures, contingency plans and boundaries for the session and activities. 
Demonstrate correct posture and techniques for firing arrows and the removal of arrows from the ground and targets. 
Establish a suitable communication system for participants to use during the session. 
Check and confirm participants are properly equipped for archery activities and conditions. 
Demonstrate archery techniques to participants. 
Monitor individual participant's performance and provide appropriate feedback. 
Implement appropriate modifications to activities as required according to situational changes. 
Respond to emergencies or non-routine situations according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Notify appropriate authority of session completion as required. 
Retrieve, inspect, repair and store equipment according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Evaluate relevant aspects of the session. 
Identify potential areas of improvement for future sessions. 
Review own performance and identify potential improvements. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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