This unit applies to cycle touring instructors who are responsible for planning, implementing and evaluating cycle touring instructional sessions for groups of participants.

This unit may also apply to leaders working for outdoor education or adventure providers; volunteer groups; not-for-profit organisations or government agencies.

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SISOCYT202A Demonstrate basic cycling skills

SISOCYT303A Apply on-road cycling skills

SISOCYT405A Apply overnight cycle touring skills

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Plan a cycle touring session.

1.1. Establish participant's needs and characteristics.

1.2. Assess participant's current cycle touring knowledge in order to determine the session's aims and objectives.

1.3. Determine an appropriate instructional plan according to participant's needs and characteristics.

1.4. Develop a cycle touring plan according to participant's needs and characteristics, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

1.5. Select a suitable site and route for the session according to participant's needs, session's aims, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

1.6. Identify potential hazards and obstacles associated with cycle touring and minimise risks according to organisational policies and procedures.

1.7. Access relevant sources to interpret detailed weather and environmental information and determine contingency plans.

2. Select and organise equipment and resources.

2.1. Select and access touring bicycles, equipment and resources according to contextual issues and organisational policies and procedures.

2.2. Check bicycles and equipment for safety and suitability according to relevant legislation and manufacturer's recommendations.

2.3. Correct any bicycle and equipment deficiencies and adjust to ensure personal comfort.

2.4. Check contents of first aid and repair kits to ensure their suitability to the location and activity.

2.5. Arrange, where required, protective and or safety clothing for each participant.

3. Brief participants.

3.1. Communicate instructions and relevant information about the cycle touring session in a manner appropriate to the participants.

3.2. Encourage participants to seek clarification, information and feedback as required during the session.

3.3. Establish a suitable communication system for participants to use while participating in cycle touring activities.

3.4. Inform participants of known and anticipated hazards, safety procedures and appropriate behaviour.

3.5. Check and confirm that all participants' bicycles and equipment are fitted and adjusted.

4. Instruct a cycle touring session

4.1. Conduct introductory activities for participants to reduce the risk of injury.

4.2. Apply instructional techniques to impart required cycle touring knowledge, cycle touring skills, and safety procedures.

4.3. Monitor individual participant's performance during cycle touring session.

4.4. Monitor and assess instructional activities and associated risks, and modify where required according to organisational policies and procedures.

4.5. Demonstrate procedures for dealing with emergency and non-routine situations according to organisational policies and procedures.

4.6. Inform participants of opportunities to further develop their cycle touring skills and knowledge.

5. Complete post session responsibilities

5.1. Retrieve, inspect, repair and store equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.

5.2. Provide opportunities for participants to identify their personal progress and satisfaction with the session, and give feedback as required.

5.3. Apply feedback and assessment to evaluate relevant aspects of the cycle touring session and determine the level of learning achieved.

5.4. Identify potential areas of improvement for future cycle touring instructional sessions.

Required skills

communication skills to:

consult with participants to plan cycle touring sessions

convey information about safety aspects

interact with participants to create a safe and positive environment

problem-solving skills to:

plan cycle touring sessions according to participant's needs and characteristics

address participant difficulties in developing techniques

anticipate and respond to non-routine situations

planning and organising skills to:

source, allocate and coordinate touring bicycles, resources, equipment and a site

monitor and evaluate progress

organise participants into manageable groups for cycle touring

language and literacy skills to:

produce cycle touring and instructional plans for the session

complete post session participant and self evaluations

emergency response skills appropriate to the site to enable initial response to emergencies while instructing cycle touring activities.

Required knowledge

legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe and non-discriminatory conduct of cycle touring session

minimal impact cycling codes to enable protection of the environment

road rules, cycling codes and rider etiquette to understand cyclist's rights and responsibilities on the road, and maintain safety of other cyclists and motorists

site specific information to assist in the planning process and enable management of potential hazards and any special restrictions applying to the area

equipment and bicycle types, construction features, characteristics and technology used for on-road cycling and the advantages and disadvantages of the range of equipment to enable appropriate selection, use and maintenance

personal and protective cycling gear and the design and or construction features that make it appropriate for on-road cycling activities

instruction techniques and theories applicable to a range of ages and learning abilities

cycle touring techniques and common communication methods used between participants to reduce risk during activities

maintenance tools and spare parts to conduct bicycle checks and repairs

weather and environmental information to ascertain possible conditions and their affect on the session

hazards, obstacles and risks associated with cycle touring and methods of safe negotiation or avoidance

safety, emergency and first aid procedures relevant to the site to ensure risk minimisation to self and others.

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 following is essential:

plans and delivers information, explanations and demonstrations for cycle touring sessions to ensure activities are conducted safely according to participant's needs and characteristics

observes and monitors the progress of participants and provides constructive feedback and intervention to improve cycle touring performance

applies and modifies instructional techniques and or activities to cater for a range of individual learning styles

evaluates and reflects on own instruction performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure instruction of cycle touring activities that are of sufficient duration and breadth to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.

Assessment must also ensure access to:

resources and information regarding participants and location to plan, instruct and document cycle touring sessions

a cycling location with suitable roads for the conduct of cycle touring instructional sessions

participants to take part in cycle touring sessions

cycle touring, navigation, communication, safety, first aid and teaching equipment.

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:

observation of planning processes, such as consulting with participants to determine their needs and characteristics

oral or written questioning to assess application of relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe conduct of all cycle touring activities

observation of safe cycle touring instruction, monitoring and adjustment according to participant's needs and characteristics

portfolio of cycle touring session plans

third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.

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

Guidance information for assessment

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.

Participant's needs and characteristics may include:

age

cultural and situational factors

previous experience and knowledge

physical development.

Session's aims and objectives may include:

developing cycle touring skills

education

therapy

fitness targets

recreation.

Instructional plan may include:

cycle touring activities

duration of activities.

Cycle touring plan may include:

aims and objectives

date, time and duration

cycle touring site, equipment and resources

instructor and participant ratios

safety requirements

risk and contingency management plan.

Relevant legislation may include:

occupational health and safety

permits or permission for access

environmental regulations

Organisational policies and procedures may include:

occupational health and safety

use and maintenance of bicycles and equipment

risk management procedures

time and budget constraints

communication protocols

confidentiality of participant information

environmental regulations

code of ethics.

Hazards may include:

temperature extremes

slippery or unstable terrain

dangerous animals and insects

stinging trees and nettles

dense vegetation

group management hazards.

Obstacles may include:

bridges

water on road

bumps

depressions and pot holes

drainage grates.

Risks may include:

hypothermia

heat exhaustion

injuries

exhaustion

lost party or party member

equipment failure

Relevant sources may include:

Bureau of Meteorology

media

land managers or agencies

local knowledge.

Weather and environmental information may include:

satellite images

daily and weekly forecasts

maximum and minimum temperatures

weather warnings

event warnings

river levels

synoptic charts

high and low tide predictions

Contingency plans may include:

change in weather and or conditions

equipment failure.

Touring bicycle may include:

road bicycle

hybrid bicycle

mountain bikes.

Equipment may include:

cycling equipment

safety equipment

repair equipment

navigation equipment

communication equipment.

Resources may include:

clothing and footwear

food and water

teaching aids.

Contextual issues may include:

weather conditions, including times

season

transport

location

trip distance and duration

group objectives

group size.

Relevant information may include:

risk and hazard prevention and management

cycle touring techniques

safety procedures

responsible and safe behaviour.

Safety procedures may include:

symptoms, treatment and prevention of common cycle touring incidents or risks

group management in emergency situations

communication systems.

Instructional techniques may include:

simple to complex

part to whole

chronological

known to unknown

D.E.D.I.C.T:

demonstrate

explain

demonstrate

instruct

critique

test

E.D.I.C.T:

explain

demonstrate

instruct

critique

test

I.D.E.A:

introduce

demonstrate

explain

apply

orientate, enhance, synthesise.

Required cycle touring knowledge may include:

cycle touring skills and techniques

on-road features, hazards and obstacles

minimal impact practices

communication systems used in cycle touring.

Cycle touring skills may include:

key points of technique or skill

sequence or combination of skill to achieve effective or efficient results

different applications of skill or technique, and where it is applicable or not applicable.

Relevant aspects may include:

objectives

planning process

activity site

weather

equipment selection

clothing selection

food selection

instructional content

instructional technique

assessment technique

group feedback

directing techniques

rescue techniques employed.

Unit sector

Outdoor Recreation

This unit contains employability skills.