Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to develop and update general knowledge of the motor sport industry, including industry structure, event categories and classifications, rules and regulations, and roles of officials and volunteers. It involves researching, sourcing, developing and applying current and emerging information about the industry.
It applies to those working in the motor sport industry.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section. |
1. Research information on the structure and operation of the motor sport industry | 1.1 Motor sport industry structure and operation are determined 1.2 Sources of information about the motor sport industry are identified 1.3 Sources of information are accessed, networks established, and key contacts within the motor sport sector established |
2. Source and apply information on ethical and legal issues for motor sport officiating | 2.1 Information on legal and ethical issues is obtained to assist effective work performance 2.2 Legal obligations and ethical industry practices are applied in the course of own work |
3. Explore opportunities to participate and update motor sport knowledge | 3.1 Annual calendar of events is compiled for own motor sport discipline 3.2 Key officiating and volunteer roles at motor sport events relating to discipline are identified and documented 3.3 Roles best suited to own level of knowledge, skills and interest are identified and documented 3.4 Opportunities to improve own performance and update knowledge of the motor sport industry are identified and used |
Evidence of Performance
Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standards defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:
develop and document knowledge of the organisational structure, competition categories, event rules and regulations, and roles of officials and volunteers in one of the following motor sport industry disciplines:
automobile (car, truck or go-cart)
motorcycle
powerboat
compile a calendar of events for the above selected motor sport discipline.
Evidence of Knowledge
Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
key features of the motor sport industry, including:
structure and hierarchy
motor sport disciplines
general knowledge of different types of motor sports
participation opportunities within the motor sport industry
key characteristics of motor sport discipline selected in the performance evidence, including:
competition categories and scope
event rules and regulations, including supplementary regulations
types and roles of officials and volunteers
protocols and procedures for communicating with stewards, officials and other relevant persons
key motor sport organisations and associations
legal and ethical issues that impact on motor sport officials and volunteers, including ethical conduct while officiating.
Assessment Conditions
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.
Assessment must include direct observation of tasks.
Where assessment of competency includes third-party evidence, individuals must provide evidence that links them to having developed and updated their motor sport industry knowledge, e.g. event sign-on sheet.
Assessors must verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.
The following resources must be made available:
information and communication technology, including the internet
current sources of motor sport industry information
National Competition Rules (NCR) and event supplementary regulations
industry magazines and related publications.
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance and are not explicit in the performance criteria.
Skills | Description |
Learning skills to: | locate appropriate sources of information efficiently. |
Reading skills to: | interpret technical information and terminology found in: motor sport organisation literature, code of conduct, policies and procedures controlling body rules, category rules and supplementary regulations event policies and procedures relating to own motor sport discipline. |
Writing skills to: | legibly and accurately fill out workplace documentation. |
Oral communication skills to: | liaise with team members and other persons involved in the motor sport industry to improve own motor sport industry knowledge. |
Range Statement
This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.
Information must relate to: | industry structure major industry bodies or associations different motor sport types and disciplines event protocols rules and regulations competition calendars participation opportunities. |
Sectors
Officiating
Competency Field
Motor Sport