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

SISOCYT405A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Apply overnight cycle touring skills

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency SISOCYT405A - Apply overnight cycle touring skills
Description This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to participate independently in on and or off-road overnight cycle touring activities. Other related competencies such as navigation and camp craft are defined elsewhere.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to those working as on and or off road cycling tour guides who are responsible for planning overnight and extended cycle tours which may include complex and non-routine situations. 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 SISOCYT201A Select, set up and maintain a bikeSISOCYT202A Demonstrate basic cycling skillsSISOCYT303A Apply on-road cycling skills
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 overnight cycle tour.
  • Identify and plan food and water requirements according to principles of nutrition and the duration of the tour.
  • Select a route according to route requirements, contextual issues, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
  • Access relevant sources to interpret detailed weather and environmental information and determine tour and contingency plans.
  • Identify potential hazards and obstacles associated with on-road cycling and procedures to minimise risks.
  • Establish a suitable communication system to use when riding in a group.
       
Element: Select and check equipment.
  • Select personal and protective clothing according to contextual issues.
  • Select touring bicycle and equipment according to relevant legislation, organisational policies and procedures and proposed cycling conditions.
  • Perform routine pre-departure checks on touring bicycle and all equipment.
  • Correct any deficiency and demonstrate that the touring bicycle is correctly proportioned for personal use.
  • Attach gear to bicycle and apply comfort items to improve ride.
  • Load touring bicycle on to vehicle, where required.
  • Ensure the proposed route is realistic in terms of personal requirements.
       
Element: Negotiate a cycle route.
  • Load touring bicycle to ensure a low centre of gravity.
  • Secure panniers and other attachments so that they do not fall off or become loose.
  • Adopt appropriate posture and maintain control and balance at all times when riding over different terrain types and gradients.
  • Maintain tyre pressure at recommended minimum pressure for conditions and load.
  • Maintain position on the road to avoid collisions with vehicles and apply rider etiquette.
  • Negotiate hazards and obstacles in a safe manner and take measures to guard personal and group safety.
  • Modify technique to account for changes in terrain and gradient, demonstrating high level riding skills.
  • Pace cycling and adopt safe group or bunch riding techniques to maintain group cohesion.
       
Element: Conduct touring maintenance and repairs in the field.
  • Identify and use cycling tools and spare parts according to manufacturer's specifications and organisational policies and procedures.
  • Assemble and carry an extensive in-field repair kit according to type of bicycle and activity requirements.
  • Conduct routine and non-routine touring bicycle maintenance checks and repairs.
       
Element: Evaluate cycle tour.
  • Evaluate relevant aspects of the overnight cycle tour.
  • Identify improvements for future overnight cycling tours.
       


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:

applies relevant processes to plan equipment and supply requirements according to the conditions

applies riding skills to safely negotiate route and identify and negotiate hazards, obstacles and risks while maintaining personal and group safety

uses tools and spare parts to perform routine and non-routine checks, maintenance and repairs on the touring bicycle to ensure it is correctly proportioned and in safe working order

evaluates and reflects on own cycling performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure participation in on and off-road overnight cycling activities that to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.

Assessment must also ensure access to:

resources and information, such as meteorological data, to plan for the activity

a suitable outdoor location to allow cyclist to demonstrate on and off-road cycling techniques

on and off-road cycling, navigation and overnight equipment, tools and spare parts and safety 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:

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of potential hazards, obstacles and risks associated with on and off-road overnight cycle touring

observation of safe participation and demonstration of on and off-road cycling techniques over various terrain and gradients

observation of dealing with hazards, obstacles and contingencies, such as bicycle or equipment failure and change in conditions

observation of conducting routine and non-routine touring bicycle maintenance checks and repairs

third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.

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

SISOOPS202A Use and maintain a temporary or overnight site.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

problem-solving skills to:

negotiate hazards and obstacles while cycling

modify cycling technique to account for changes in terrain and gradient

conduct pre and post tour checks and maintenance on touring bicycle

planning and organising skills to source and allocate necessary touring bicycle and equipment to enable safe overnight cycle touring

communication skills to interact with other cyclists and motorists

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 all overnight cycling activities

minimal impact cycling codes to ensure protection of the environment

road rules, cycling codes and rider etiquette to understand cyclist's rights and responsibilities on and off the road, and to maintain safety of other cyclists and motorists

equipment and bicycle types, construction features, characteristics and technology used for on and off-road cycling and the advantages and disadvantages of the range of equipment to enable appropriate selection use and maintenance

personal and protective cycling gear and the design and or construction features that make it appropriate for on and off-road cycling activities

maintenance tools and spare parts to enable routine and non-routine maintenance checks and repairs to be conducted in the field

communication methods used between cyclists and motorists

cycling techniques appropriate to different terrain and gradient

hazards, obstacles and risks associated with overnight cycle touring and how to negotiate these

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

emergency and first aid procedures relevant to the location to ensure risk minimisation to self and others.

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.

Food and water requirements may include:

menu planning and preparation

range of foods.

Principles of nutrition may include:

food groups

dietary guidelines

individual food requirements and allergies.

Contextual issues may include:

weather conditions, including times

season

transport

location

trip distance and duration

group objectives

group size.

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

use, maintenance and storage of bicycle and equipment

emergency procedures

communication protocols

code of ethics.

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

Hazards may include:

temperature extremes

slippery or unstable terrain

dangerous animals and insects

stinging trees and nettles

dense vegetation

group management hazards.

Obstacles may include:

bridges

water on road

tree branches

bumps

depressions and pot holes

drainage grates.

Risks may include:

hypothermia

heat exhaustion

injuries

exhaustion

lost party or party member

equipment failure.

Touring bicycle may include:

road bicycle

hybrid bicycle, may include tri and quad bikes

mountain bikes.

Equipment may include:

cycle touring equipment

safety equipment

navigation equipment

overnight equipment

first aid equipment

spare parts and tools.

Checks may include:

chains

brakes

gears

wheels

bearing

frame

tyres

accessories

noise.

Correctly proportioned may include:

frame size

handlebar height

saddle position and height

distance from saddle to handlebars.

Comfort items may include:

gloves

padded shorts

glasses or goggles

hydration system, such as bottle, bladder.

Load may include:

trailer

roof rack

bike rack.

Personal requirements may include:

age

cultural and situational factors

previous experience

physical development.

Road may include:

moderate to steep gradients

heavy traffic, built up areas and open roads

weather affected roads

narrow and major roads

sealed and unsealed surfaces.

High level riding skills may include:

using gears to maintain a cadence of 70 - 90 pedal revolutions per minute

applying weight transfer to steer the bike

ascending steep hills at a steady pace

braking and pedalling techniques

maintaining a 1-2m clearance from the left side of the road on steep windy descents

riding over bumps and potholes.

Tools and spare parts may include:

allen keys

spare tube, tyres and tyre lever

puncture repair kit

patch kit

light machine oil

spanner set and or shifter

pliers

lubricant

pump

spare nuts, bolts, cables, chain, links and spokes

chainbreaker

cassette remover

crank puller and crank wrench

cone spanners

degreaser or cleaner

accessories.

Maintenance may include:

checks

adjustments

alignments

lubrication

replacement

repairs.

Relevant aspects may include:

objectives

planning process

activity site

weather

equipment selection

clothing selection

food selection

instructional content

instructional technique

assessment technique

group feedback

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
Identify and plan food and water requirements according to principles of nutrition and the duration of the tour. 
Select a route according to route requirements, contextual issues, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 
Access relevant sources to interpret detailed weather and environmental information and determine tour and contingency plans. 
Identify potential hazards and obstacles associated with on-road cycling and procedures to minimise risks. 
Establish a suitable communication system to use when riding in a group. 
Select personal and protective clothing according to contextual issues. 
Select touring bicycle and equipment according to relevant legislation, organisational policies and procedures and proposed cycling conditions. 
Perform routine pre-departure checks on touring bicycle and all equipment. 
Correct any deficiency and demonstrate that the touring bicycle is correctly proportioned for personal use. 
Attach gear to bicycle and apply comfort items to improve ride. 
Load touring bicycle on to vehicle, where required. 
Ensure the proposed route is realistic in terms of personal requirements. 
Load touring bicycle to ensure a low centre of gravity. 
Secure panniers and other attachments so that they do not fall off or become loose. 
Adopt appropriate posture and maintain control and balance at all times when riding over different terrain types and gradients. 
Maintain tyre pressure at recommended minimum pressure for conditions and load. 
Maintain position on the road to avoid collisions with vehicles and apply rider etiquette. 
Negotiate hazards and obstacles in a safe manner and take measures to guard personal and group safety. 
Modify technique to account for changes in terrain and gradient, demonstrating high level riding skills. 
Pace cycling and adopt safe group or bunch riding techniques to maintain group cohesion. 
Identify and use cycling tools and spare parts according to manufacturer's specifications and organisational policies and procedures. 
Assemble and carry an extensive in-field repair kit according to type of bicycle and activity requirements. 
Conduct routine and non-routine touring bicycle maintenance checks and repairs. 
Evaluate relevant aspects of the overnight cycle tour. 
Identify improvements for future overnight cycling tours. 

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