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 process to plan equipment and supply requirements appropriate to the black run conditions and duration of the downhill Telemark skiing activity

practices a range of safe Telemark skiing techniques such as small, medium and long radius turns while negotiating hazards, and maintaining speed, balance and control

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

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure participateion in downhill Telemark skiing on black runs that is of sufficient duration to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance

Assessment must also ensure access to:

a suitable snowsport location with black runs which enable the demonstration of downhill Telemark skiing skills

resources and information to accurately plan and prepare for the downhill Telemark skiing activity

equipment such as Telemark skis, poles and bindings.

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 downhill Telemark skiing strategies and techniques

observation of safe participation and demonstration of Telemark skiing skills, such as execution of turns and speed control on black runs

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:

SISOSKI408A Instruct alpine skiing skills.

Guidance information for assessment

Required skills

literacy skills to analyse, interpret and apply weather and environmental information, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures

planning and organisation skills to allocate and select relevant food, water, clothing and equipment for the downhill Telemark skiing activity

communication skills to interact with other participants to maintain a positive and safe skiing environment

problem-solving skills to:

respond appropriately to changing conditions

determine techniques to use when Telemark skiing in different conditions

self management skills to review and reflect on own performance, and set goals to improve technique

first aid and emergency response skills appropriate to the location to enable initial response to emergencies such as an avalanche, and personal health care.

Required knowledge

legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe conduct and legal access

Alpine Responsibility Code and skiing practices, snowsport area signs and regulations, and minimal impact codes to ensure safety and protection of environment

equipment types, design, characteristics and technology used for Telemark skiing, the advantages and disadvantages of the range of equipment and factors affecting appropriate selection of equipment

clothing requirements for outdoor activities and factors affecting appropriate clothing selection, such as layering and protective clothing

downhill Telemark skiing techniques, such as Telemark turns with correct turn shape, edging and pressure

principles of nutrition to maintain health and energy during activity

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

emergency procedures and potential hazards, such as avalanches, relevant to the location to ensure risk minimisation to self and group.

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:

emergency food and water

Principles of nutrition may include:

dietary guidelines

essential nutrients

individual food requirements and allergies.

Conditions may include:

surface snow conditions

terrain

weather.

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 and maintenance of equipment

communication protocols

code of ethics

snowsport area signs and regulations

Alpine Responsibility Code and skiing practices within the code.

Hazards may include:

temperature extremes

slippery or unstable terrain

dangerous animals and insects

stinging trees and nettles

dense vegetation

group management hazards.

Relevant sources may include:

Bureau of Meteorology

media

land managers or agencies

coastal patrol or coastguard

volunteer marine rescue

local knowledge.

Weather and environment information may include:

satellite images

daily and weekly forecasts

maximum and minimum temperatures

weather warnings

river heights

synoptic charts

high and low tides.

Equipment may include:

skis

poles

Telemark boots

ski bindings

backpack or bumbag

appropriate clothing and footwear

goggles

safety and first aid equipment.

Design and or construction features may include:

shape of ski

length

flex

gliding surfaces

edges

free heel

torsional rigidity

poles, correct length.

Comfort and safety may include:

maintenance of equipment

the ski length appropriate to Telemarker's ability, height weight and terrain

ski boot type appropriate for an advanced Telemark skier

ski bindings matches the combination of ski and boot

binding is appropriate for an advanced Telemarker's weight, strength and ability.

Turns may include:

small radius

medium radius

long radius.

Efficient movement may include:

centred and athletic skiing stance in relation to the planes of movement

coordination of the rotational, lateral and vertical planes of movement

blending the movements of Telemark

retraction and extension movements and turns

diagonal movements

arm and hand movements

steering

edging

balance

turning

pressure

flexion and extension

body positions

stance.

Planes of movement may include:

the rotational plane of movement

the lateral plane of movement

the vertical plane of movement.

Speed control may include:

stopping

slowing down

speeding up.

Shape of the turn may include:

medium radius turns

long radius turns

short radius turns

shallow turns

deep turns

in bumps and jumps.

Risks may include:

hypothermia

heat exhaustion

injuries

exhaustion

lost party or party member

equipment and course failure.

Measures may include:

safe falling

speed

adequate clothing

fluid and food intake

snowsport area protocol and run status for the day

snowsport area signs and regulations

Alpine Responsibility Code.

Safety of others may include:

speed

distance from other skiers.

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.