Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to act as a trainee official or volunteer at a motor sport event. It involves pre-event preparation, carrying out assigned duties, and reviewing personal performance. It requires basic knowledge of the conduct of the applicable motor sport category and its rules and regulations.
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. Make pre-event preparations | 1.1 Job requirements are determined from event organisation documentation 1.2 Personal requirements are identified and equipment is checked and prepared for safe and operational condition 1.3 Conditions on the day are checked and prepared for 1.4 Pre-event briefing session is attended, and roles and responsibilities are confirmed |
2. Carry out assigned duties | 2.1 Designated work practices are confirmed with supervisor 2.2 Instructions for assigned duties are followed and safety hazards and risks are monitored 2.3 Activities are carried out according to event rules and regulations, required code of practice, and organisational safety and emergency procedures 2.4 Own limitations are recognised and advice and help sought as required |
3. Review and analyse performance | 3.1 Post-event debriefing session is attended as required 3.2 Feedback is sought and analysed on own performance to identify areas for improvement 3.3 Personal plan is developed in consultation with support personnel to improve own officiating performance 3.4 Additional training is undertaken as required to improve performance |
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:
act as a trainee official or volunteer at two different motor sport events, including at one sanctioned motor sport event.
Evidence of Knowledge
Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:
work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to assisting with motor sport officiating duties, including procedures for selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE) required for event
key information relating to above motor sport events, including:
organisational structures of events, including authority and communication lines
rules and regulations of motor sport events
procedures for officiating at above motor sport events, including:
personal preparation
selecting and checking resources and equipment required for officiating
policies and procedures relating to above events and own officiating role, including:
ethical requirements
emergency response procedures
reporting and recording procedures
planning processes for event.
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 assisted with officiating duties at motor sport events, e.g. team event documentation.
Assessors must verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.
The following resources must be made available:
two different motor sport events, including one sanctioned event
motor sport event officiating documentation, including event organisation documentation, rules and regulations, and safety procedures
motor sport event officiating equipment, including PPE.
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 |
Reading skills to: | interpret event documentation, including event rules and regulations, required code of practice, and organisational safety and emergency procedures. |
Writing skills to: | legibly and accurately fill out documentation required by officiating duties. |
Oral communication skills to: | clarify documentation with event organiser seek advice and feedback on own performance. |
Teamwork skills to: | work with others and in a team using cooperative approaches to optimise work practices and contribute to a productive team environment. |
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.
Conditions must include: | weather personal comfort. |
Sectors
Officiating
Competency Field
Motor Sport