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

SISSSOF101 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Develop and update officiating knowledge

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency SISSSOF101 - Develop and update officiating knowledge
Description This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop and update information on officiating, including the legal and ethical issues that must be considered by officials.The unit focuses on the ability to source and comprehend general principles of officiating as well National Sporting Organisation (NSO) sport specific requirements and covers the initial and ongoing development of a person's required knowledge base. It does not cover the technical requirements related to officiating in a particular sport, these skills are covered in other units. This knowledge underpins effective performance as an official.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes a key function for all people who require an essential knowledge of officiating general principles to support work activities. This unit applies to individuals who undertake officiating roles in any sport in any location.
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: Source and apply general information on officiating general principles.
  • Identify sources of information to understand the structure and operation of the National Officiating Accreditation Scheme (NOAS).
  • Access and comprehend NSO sport specific information relevant to officiating in chosen sport.
  • Determine the physical conditioning requirements required of an official.
  • Access and comprehend information on basic mental preparation techniques for officials.
  • Identify a range of sources of information to update knowledge of officiating.
       
Element: Source and apply information on legal and ethical issues that impact on officials.
  • Obtain information on legal obligations of an official.
  • Obtain information on ethical responsibilities of an official.
  • Identify specific principles of risk management that can be incorporated into officiating duties.
  • Identify relevant requirements of the NSO Member Protection Policy that apply to an official in that sport.
  • Identify a range of strategies to apply information sourced to role as an official.
       


Evidence Required

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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 ability to:

source general officiating information and apply this to role as an official for a specific sport

obtain general knowledge of the NOAS and the role of NSOs

understan the physical and mental preparation required to officiate in a particular sport

apply knowledge of the key legal obligations and ethical issues related to role as an official for a specific sport, including member protection and risk management.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to

appropriate communication technology, to facilitate the processes involved in sourcing officiating information

information sources in order to conduct research and collect sufficient information

NSO sport specific rules, regulations and requirements for officials for individual’s chosen sport

NOAS information and ASC Officials code of behaviour

plain English documents that describe key legislation related to officiating.

Method of assessment

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

projects to research differing aspects of officiating and delivery of the sourced information in a brief written or oral presentation

case studies and problem-solving exercises to assess application of knowledge to different situations and contexts

written and oral questioning or interview to test knowledge the key content of legislation and industry codes of behaviour

review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the individual.

Guidance information for assessment

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

SISSSOF202 Officiate games or competitions

SISSSOF203 Judge competitive situations.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

research skills to identify, interpret and sort relevant information

communication skills including active listening and questioning to obtain information literacy skills to read and comprehend the content of plain English information documents about legal and ethical issues, industry accreditation schemes and codes of behaviour

problem-solving skills to identify methods of incorporating risk management principles into sport specific officiating duties.

Required knowledge

structure and function of the NOAS

sport specific rules, lawsand regulations

NSO requirements for officials, including member protection

legal liability and duty of care

ethical responsibilities of an official

industry best practice equipment and safety requirements, including risk management principles

principles of natural justice

generic reporting procedures and tribunal processes

presentation requirements including physical capability and mental preparation.

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 individual, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Sources of information may include:

formal and informal research

media

reference books

legislation or plain English publications describing the law and responsibilities to comply

Australian Sports Commission (ASC)

libraries

NSOs

industry journals

internet

informal discussions and networking with officials

industry seminars

training courses

participation in industry accreditation schemes

industry codes of conduct or ethics.

Sport specific information must include chosen sport’s National Sporting Organisation:

rules

regulations

codes of behaviour for officials

policies and procedures for officials

registration and accreditation of officials.

Legal obligations must include:

duty to control and supervise the activity

negligence

anti-discrimination

public liability and duty of care

risk management

work health and safety

insurance

sporting tribunals and natural justice

child protection.

Ethical responsibilities may include:

behavioural requirements which govern the way in which an official interacts with the participants and conducts the competition or game and incorporates:

harassment

verbal abuse

physical abuse

participant/official relationships

fair play

free of bias

duty to enforce rules or laws.

Principles of risk management may include:

relevant activity specific safety requirements including personal protective equipment

injury prevention

risk identification and hazard control

risk minimisation

safety requirements for spectators or competition

emergency incident procedures.

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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 sources of information to understand the structure and operation of the National Officiating Accreditation Scheme (NOAS). 
Access and comprehend NSO sport specific information relevant to officiating in chosen sport. 
Determine the physical conditioning requirements required of an official. 
Access and comprehend information on basic mental preparation techniques for officials. 
Identify a range of sources of information to update knowledge of officiating. 
Obtain information on legal obligations of an official. 
Obtain information on ethical responsibilities of an official. 
Identify specific principles of risk management that can be incorporated into officiating duties. 
Identify relevant requirements of the NSO Member Protection Policy that apply to an official in that sport. 
Identify a range of strategies to apply information sourced to role as an official. 

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