ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide.

1. Observe a golf competition.

1.1. Access and interpret golf rules, regulations and policies.

1.2. Observe players and club officials, with minimal disruption to the game, to confirm that the game is conducted according to the rules and etiquette of golf.

1.3. Seek clarification of application of golf rules and etiquette as required.

1.4. Identify any breaches of rules and etiquette by players and report to appropriate personnel according to organisational policies and procedures.

2. Interpret and apply rules and etiquette of golf to own game.

2.1. Prepare for a game according to assessment of conditions.

2.2. Make decisions on own game using relevant information.

2.3. Ensure the interpretation of rules and etiquette is consistent with the documented rules of golf.

2.4. Communicate breaches of rules to match committees.

2.5. Mark a playing partner's card according to the rules and regulations of golf.

Required skills

communication skills to:

clarify rules and regulations of golf

report breaches of rules to appropriate personnel

language and literacy skills to access, interpret and apply information about the rules and regulations of golf

problem-solving skills to use information about rules and regulations to make decisions about own game

numeracy skills to mark playing cards.

Required knowledge

rules, regulations and policies of relevant golfing bodies including the Professional Golfers Association (PGA) of Australia and Golf Australia to enable application to own game

organisational policies and procedures, best practice codes and etiquette in order to play fairly and at a sufficient standard to obtain and retain an official golf handicap according to Golf Australia's women's and men's handicapping and course rating system

equipment and resources required for games and competitions at A-Grade level

safety requirements and practices during golf games and competitions

reporting requirements and channels to report breaches in rules and regulations

terminology of golf rules and regulations such as par, birdie and bogie

the role of scoring and requirements for marking the card to ensure scores are recorded accurately.

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:

makes decisions in relation to own game based on the rules and etiquette of golf and recognises and reports when breaches of rules and etiquette occur according to appropriate channels and using appropriate communication strategies

applies knowledge of golf rules, regulations and etiquette to mark playing cards.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure interpretation of the rules of golf and the application of these to own game at A-Grade level under competition conditions on sufficient occasions to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.

Assessment must also ensure access to:

golf training and competition facilities

other participants competing at appropriate levels in golf competitions to observe and practice with

suitably qualified golfing officials and support staff

resources and equipment such as clubs, balls and playing cards

rules and regulations of golf.

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 application of rules and regulations to own game at the A-Grade level

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant rules, regulations and etiquette of golf

third-party reports from coaches or mentors detailing application of rules and regulations

completed and verified playing cards.

Industry has determined that this unit must be assessed with the following units:

SISSGLF201A Perform the A-Grade skills of golf

SISSGLF202A Apply the A-Grade tactics and strategies of golf.

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

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.

Rules, regulations and policies may include:

Golf Australia's women's and men's handicapping and course rating system

best practice codes of ethics and policies of organisations such as:

Golf Australia

PGA of Australia

Australian Sports Commission

current editions of Rules of Golf, The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews and Decisions on theRules of Golf.

Rules and etiquette may include:

local rules

rules governing competition conditions

golf etiquette:

'FORE'

consideration of others

green care

golf carts

golf buggy use

practice swings

dress

behaviour.

Appropriate personnel may include:

club officials.

Organisational policies and procedures may include:

reporting protocols

code of ethics.

Information may include:

rules, regulations and policies

publications of accredited bodies or associations.