Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to communicate with competitors, officials and other personnel at a motor sport event, using flags and other signalling methods. It involves pre-event preparation and communicating with motor sport event officials using flags and signalling methods according to event rules and regulations. It requires the ability to observe race and track conditions and correctly apply signalling conventions to communicate warnings, alerts and other information.
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, including category rules and supplementary regulations 1.2 Personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements are identified and prepared and checked for serviceability 1.3 Conditions on the day are prepared for 1.4 Pre-event briefing session is attended, and own role and responsibilities confirmed |
2. Prepare allocated post | 2.1 Location of allocated post is confirmed and other team members are identified 2.2 Location is assessed for risks and emergency escape route is planned according to category rules, supplementary regulations and safety requirements 2.3 Type of communication to be used is confirmed 2.4 Flag set is checked to ensure it is complete and flags are laid out ready for use, or signal lights are checked for correct operation 2.5 Signal boards and related equipment are checked and prepared for operation 2.6 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed 2.7 Communication system is checked for operation according to manufacturer procedures, category rules and supplementary regulations |
3. Use flags and signals during event | 3.1 Communication is maintained with chief marshal and other official personnel as required and according to category rules and supplementary regulations 3.2 Event conditions are monitored and flags and signals responded to and used as required according to category rules and supplementary regulations 3.3 Incidents and observations from event are recorded for inclusion in written report according to category rules and supplementary regulations |
4. Complete work processes | 4.1 Communication equipment is checked, maintained and returned according to category rules and supplementary regulations 4.2 Marshalling post is cleaned and secured 4.3 Written report is prepared for chief marshal according to category rules and supplementary regulations 4.4 Post-meeting debriefing session is attended |
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:
communicate with others using communication equipment at two different motor sport events, in which the work must involve two of the following:
using flags
using hand signals
using signal boards
using signal lights.
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 acting as a marshal at a motor sport event, including procedures for:
selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE)
identifying hazards and managing risk
motor sport events detailed in performance evidence, including:
organisational structures of events, including authority and communication lines
category rules and supplementary regulations of events
responsibilities and tasks of a flag marshal
protocols for communicating with other officials
motor sport event communication, including:
personal preparation, resources and equipment required for officiating
communication techniques, including:
motor sport hand signalling
types and meaning of motor sport flags and light signals
motor sport flag rules and flagging techniques
radio protocols
applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relating to motor sport officiating, including safety and environmental legislation and regulations
organisational policies and procedures relating to acting as a motor sport flag marshal, 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 acted as a flag marshal at a motor sport event, 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:
two different motor sport events
motor sport event officiating documentation, including:
rules and regulations
safety procedures and event procedures
motor sport event officiating equipment, including PPE
motor sport event communication equipment, including:
motor sport flags
motor sport signal lights.
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: | apply procedures to different situations and motor sport events. |
Reading skills to: | interpret category rules and supplementary regulations. |
Writing skills to: | document incidents and observations during event according to event procedures. |
Numeracy skills to: | use basic mathematical operations, including addition and subtraction, to work with dates, times and simple numbers. |
Planning and organising skills to: | determine functional emergency escape route. |
Teamwork skills to: | work as part of a team to ensure event is run safely and efficiently. |
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. |
Safety requirements must include: | work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including: selecting and using PPE identifying hazards and managing risk. |
Sectors
Officiating
Competency Field
Motor Sport