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

SISODRV303A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Guide 4WD tours

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency SISODRV303A - Guide 4WD tours
Description This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to guide participants on four wheel drive tours. This unit focuses on the application of planning skills to make suitable arrangements to lead a group on four wheel drive trips.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies 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 a four wheel drive trip.
  • Conduct relevant assessments to determine the condition of participants.
  • Develop a trip plan according to participant's needs, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
  • Select a location according to participant's abilities, trip objectives, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
  • Identify hazards associated with four wheel driving and minimise risks to ensure personal safety of participants.
  • Access relevant sources to interpret detailed weather and environmental information to determine activity plan
  • Determine food and water requirements according to principles of nutrition and contextual issues of the trip.
  • Obtain permits or permission for access where necessary, and inform appropriate authorities before commencing the trip.
       
Element: Select equipment for the group.
  • Select vehicle and equipment according to contextual issues and organisational policies and procedures and check serviceability.
  • Conduct pre-departure checks of vehicles and equipment to ensure safety and suitability to the activity.
  • Apply safe vehicle loading practices to pack equipment that is not required on hand.
       
Element: Brief participants.
  • Communicate instructions and relevant information about the four wheel drive trip in a manner suitable to the participants.
  • Outline safety procedures and boundaries for the trip.
  • Demonstrate packing of vehicle to participants.
  • Establish a suitable communication system for participants to use while four wheel driving.
  • Explain symptoms, treatment and prevention of fatigue and dehydration to trip planning in terms of food, clothing, driving times and distances.
  • Ensure all participants and vehicles are properly equipped for the trip and conditions.
       
Element: Lead a group of four wheel drive vehicles.
  • Monitor appropriate spacing between vehicles and driving pace according to conditions throughout trip.
  • Monitor participant's performance and provide appropriate feedback and encouragement.
  • Implement modifications to trip in regard to all variable factors that are monitored.
  • Recognise situations where a hazard needs to be scouted.
  • Identify the best lines through hazards taking into consideration the ability of the group and safety issues.
  • Manage the movement of the group to maintain the safest situation when negotiating the hazard.
       
Element: Complete post trip responsibilities.
  • Notify relevant authorities of trip completion.
  • Retrieve, inspect, repair and store equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.
  • Complete vehicle performance reports and notify designated personnel where required.
  • Evaluate relevant aspects of trip organisation and conduct.
  • Identify potential areas of improvement for future four wheel drive trips.
       


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 and monitors groups in a safe and professional manner during a four wheel drive tour

applies contingency management techniques to deal with a range of problems and issues that may arise during four wheel drive trips

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

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure the safe guiding of groups in four wheel drive 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 outdoor environment to guide groups on four wheel drive tours

participants to take part in the four wheel drive trip

four wheel drive vehicles

recovery, maintenance and repair, navigation and communication equipment

resources and information regarding participants and location to plan, guide and document four wheel driving activities for a variety of participants.

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 interacting with a group of participants on multiple occasions, 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 trip

observation of dealing with contingencies, on multiple occasions, such as changing weather conditions and equipment failure

review of four wheel drive trip plans

third-party reports from a four wheel drive leader detailing performance.

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

SISODRV302A Drive and recover a 4WD vehicle

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

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Required skills

communication skills to:

consult with participants to plan four wheel drive trips that meet their needs

convey information about the safety aspects of the trip

interact with participants to create a safe and positive environment

problem-solving skills to:

plan a suitable trip according to participant's needs and abilities

make decisions about potential hazards that may affect trip

respond to non-routine situations and change in conditions

planning and organising skills to:

source, allocate and coordinate vehicles, equipment and a suitable location

organise participants into manageable groups for four wheel driving

language and literacy skills to:

produce a plan for the trip

complete post activity participant and self evaluations

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 four wheel drive touring activities

location specific information to assist in the planning process and enable management of potential hazards, risks and any special restrictions applying to the area

vehicle and equipment types, characteristics and technology used for four wheel driving, the advantages and disadvantages, and factors affecting selection of equipment

use, care and maintenance and repair of vehicle and equipment to ensure prolonged life span and safety requirements

safe vehicle loading practices to enable clear and accurate demonstration to participants

principles of nutrition to maintain health and energy during the trip

four wheel driving techniques and common communication methods used between drivers to reduce risk

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

communication systems used in four wheel driving to maintain safety

first aid, emergency and rescue procedures relevant to the location to ensure safety of 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.

Condition of participants may include:

previous experience

age

injuries and illnesses.

Trip plan may include:

aims and objectives

date, time and duration

location, vehicles and equipment

safety and emergency 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

Adventure Activity Guidelines

land management and minimal impact policies

confidentiality of participant information

time and budget constraints

use and maintenance of equipment

communication protocols

vehicle reporting and notification procedures

travelling in convoy with other vehicles

code of ethics.

Trip 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 and course 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.

Food and water requirements may include:

menu planning and preparation

perishability

packaging

storage.

Principles of nutrition may include:

food groups

dietary guidelines

essential nutrients

individual food requirements and allergies.

Contextual issues may include:

weather conditions, including times

season

transport

location

trip distance and duration

group objectives

group size.

Appropriate authorities may include:

authorities

supervisors.

Equipment may include:

vehicles

spare parts

fuel

recovery equipment

navigation equipment

communication equipment

safety and rescue equipment.

Relevant information may include:

safety procedures

risk and hazard prevention and management

environmental impact minimisation

driving, maintenance and recovery techniques

navigation

responsible and safe behaviour.

Safety procedures may include:

appropriate spacing between vehicles

use of maintenance and recovery equipment.

Variable factors may include:

change of weather

vehicle and equipment failure

terrain conditions.

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
Conduct relevant assessments to determine the condition of participants. 
Develop a trip plan according to participant's needs, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 
Select a location according to participant's abilities, trip objectives, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 
Identify hazards associated with four wheel driving and minimise risks to ensure personal safety of participants. 
Access relevant sources to interpret detailed weather and environmental information to determine activity plan 
Determine food and water requirements according to principles of nutrition and contextual issues of the trip. 
Obtain permits or permission for access where necessary, and inform appropriate authorities before commencing the trip. 
Select vehicle and equipment according to contextual issues and organisational policies and procedures and check serviceability. 
Conduct pre-departure checks of vehicles and equipment to ensure safety and suitability to the activity. 
Apply safe vehicle loading practices to pack equipment that is not required on hand. 
Communicate instructions and relevant information about the four wheel drive trip in a manner suitable to the participants. 
Outline safety procedures and boundaries for the trip. 
Demonstrate packing of vehicle to participants. 
Establish a suitable communication system for participants to use while four wheel driving. 
Explain symptoms, treatment and prevention of fatigue and dehydration to trip planning in terms of food, clothing, driving times and distances. 
Ensure all participants and vehicles are properly equipped for the trip and conditions. 
Monitor appropriate spacing between vehicles and driving pace according to conditions throughout trip. 
Monitor participant's performance and provide appropriate feedback and encouragement. 
Implement modifications to trip in regard to all variable factors that are monitored. 
Recognise situations where a hazard needs to be scouted. 
Identify the best lines through hazards taking into consideration the ability of the group and safety issues. 
Manage the movement of the group to maintain the safest situation when negotiating the hazard. 
Notify relevant authorities of trip completion. 
Retrieve, inspect, repair and store equipment according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Complete vehicle performance reports and notify designated personnel where required. 
Evaluate relevant aspects of trip organisation and conduct. 
Identify potential areas of improvement for future four wheel drive trips. 

Forms

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