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

SITTPPD602 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Develop environmentally sustainable tourism operations

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency SITTPPD602 - Develop environmentally sustainable tourism operations
Description This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan strategically for environmentally sustainable operations. It requires the ability to establish and operate a sustainable operation and to monitor its environmental impact.The work involved in this unit is subject to a range of regulatory requirements that relate to environmental sustainability at land management agency and federal, state or territory, and local government level.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to all industry sectors, and to individuals with managerial responsibilities who have strategic planning and product development roles. Planning may be for a whole region or local area or for a particular venue, organisation, event or product. The unit applies to any operation with a strong focus on environmental sustainability.
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: Plan for environmental sustainability.
  • Make environmental sustainability an integral part of product planning processes.
  • Conduct evaluations prior to any decision to establish the operation.
  • Consult stakeholders and incorporate their views into the planning process.
  • Investigate methods of managing impact.
  • Develop strategies that provide social and economic returns to communities.
  • Proactively seek opportunities for new, innovative and more sustainable approaches.
  • Develop strategies that balance environmental sustainability and economic viability.
       
Element: Implement environmentally sustainable operations.
  • Establish and integrate best practice environmental standards to limit negative environmental impacts.
  • Evaluate and use technologies for environmental best practice.
  • Develop environmentally friendly codes of practice for the operation and for customer use.
  • Conduct operations according to environmentally sustainable practices, guidelines and legal requirements.
  • Promote environmental awareness among stakeholders.
       
Element: Evaluate environmental impact.
  • Monitor and assess environmental impacts as part of regular management reviews.
  • Monitor compliance with codes of practice and legislative requirements.
  • Initiate follow up action based on assessment of environmental impact and compliance.
       


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 ability to:

develop and implement a plan for a tourism, hospitality or event operation that supports environmental sustainability and provides evidence of:

analysis of key environmental issues

consultation with key stakeholders

development of strategies and operational approaches that maximise positive impacts

integration of current legislation, regulations and industry codes

demonstrate knowledge of current and emerging issues and trends for tourism and the environment.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure use of:

a destination, location, organisation or event for which an environmentally sustainable operation can be established

current information about environmental practices, such as legislation, guidelines and industry codes of practice

stakeholders with whom consultations can take place

current information and communications technology to support the research and planning process.

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:

evaluation of a completed plan, including analysis of all evaluations that have been conducted

evaluation of codes of practice developed by the individual for operations in particular locations

use of case studies to assess ability to:

evaluate and respond to different commercial and environmental challenges

make suggestions for improving the environmental sustainability of existing tourism operations

written or oral questioning to assess knowledge of industry codes of conduct, regulatory requirements, minimal impact techniques and methods of managing tourism impact

review of portfolios of evidence and thirdparty workplace reports of onthejob performance by the individual.

Guidance information for assessment

The assessor should design integrated assessment activities to holistically assess this unit with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role, for example:

SITTPPD601 Develop tourism products

SITTPPD603 Develop culturally appropriate tourism operations

SITXFIN501 Prepare and monitor budgets.

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 diverse stakeholders on potentially divisive and nuanced issues

critical thinking skills to evaluate complex issues and information and develop strategic responses

literacy skills to:

interpret materials describing environmental regulatory requirements and codes of practice

develop plans, systems and procedures for tourism operations

numeracy skills to perform complex calculations to assess profitability considerations

planning and organising skills to coordinate interrelated planning and operational processes

problem-solving skills to respond to complex internal and external management challenges.

Required knowledge

current research trends in the area of ecologically sustainable operations

global environmental issues, in particular a layperson’s understanding of the science associated with:

climate change

energy

land management

waste and consumption

water

relevance of particular environmental issues to the area or region of work including the specific features and vulnerabilities of the local environment

consultation and communication mechanisms used by organisations in the product development process, including:

features

nature

objectives and outcomes

scope

time parameters

strategic frameworks and operational systems and procedures that support environmentally sustainable operations, including those related to:

customers

equipment and supplies

staff

ways of balancing ecological sustainability and the economic viability of an operation

laws, regulations and land management requirements and guidelines, including:

need for permits in national parks or on land under control of traditional owners

restrictions on operations in relevant areas.

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.

Evaluations may involve:

environmental impact study

evaluation of organisational capacity to comply with:

environmental and community protection laws

industry and ecotourism codes of practice

social sustainability

site studies.

Stakeholdersmay include:

consumer representatives

host community

investors

government authorities

land management agencies

suppliers of environmentallyfriendly products.

Methods of managing impactmay include:

community consultation and involvement

education programs:

internal

external

exclusion

operational initiatives:

equipment selection

frequency of operation

group sizes

scheduling for optimal weather conditions and seasons

selection of most appropriate transport modes.

Negative environmental impacts may include:

disturbance of flora and fauna

introduction of exotic and feral species

physical damage

pollution

visual impacts

waste issues.

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
Make environmental sustainability an integral part of product planning processes. 
Conduct evaluations prior to any decision to establish the operation. 
Consult stakeholders and incorporate their views into the planning process. 
Investigate methods of managing impact. 
Develop strategies that provide social and economic returns to communities. 
Proactively seek opportunities for new, innovative and more sustainable approaches. 
Develop strategies that balance environmental sustainability and economic viability. 
Establish and integrate best practice environmental standards to limit negative environmental impacts. 
Evaluate and use technologies for environmental best practice. 
Develop environmentally friendly codes of practice for the operation and for customer use. 
Conduct operations according to environmentally sustainable practices, guidelines and legal requirements. 
Promote environmental awareness among stakeholders. 
Monitor and assess environmental impacts as part of regular management reviews. 
Monitor compliance with codes of practice and legislative requirements. 
Initiate follow up action based on assessment of environmental impact and compliance. 

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