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Evidence Guide: MSS024011 - Navigate in urban, regional and remote areas

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MSS024011 - Navigate in urban, regional and remote areas

What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?

Navigate in urban areas

  1. Access relevant street directories and road maps.
  2. Recognise and interpret map symbols.
  3. Use the directory index to locate departure and destination points on map.
  4. Trace the pre-determined or most efficient route on map and estimate distance and duration of journey.
  5. Identify significant intersections/landmarks along route to assist with navigation.
  6. Identify alternate routes in case of emergencies or significant traffic delays.
  7. Follow selected route correctly.
Access relevant street directories and road maps.

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Recognise and interpret map symbols.

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Use the directory index to locate departure and destination points on map.

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Trace the pre-determined or most efficient route on map and estimate distance and duration of journey.

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Identify significant intersections/landmarks along route to assist with navigation.

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Identify alternate routes in case of emergencies or significant traffic delays.

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Follow selected route correctly.

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Plan routes in regional/remote areas

  1. Locate and review relevant legislative/regulatory, workplace requirements and background information for site/project.
  2. Select suitable maps, aerial photos, guides and/or charts and check their currency and accuracy.
  3. Select navigational equipment, check that it is fit for purpose and service or replace, as necessary.
  4. Interpret map symbols and navigation data to identify departure/destination points, potential hazards and select an appropriate traverse route.
  5. Estimate distance and duration of journey using map scale and available information about the terrain and vehicle.
Locate and review relevant legislative/regulatory, workplace requirements and background information for site/project.

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Select suitable maps, aerial photos, guides and/or charts and check their currency and accuracy.

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Select navigational equipment, check that it is fit for purpose and service or replace, as necessary.

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Interpret map symbols and navigation data to identify departure/destination points, potential hazards and select an appropriate traverse route.

Completed
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Estimate distance and duration of journey using map scale and available information about the terrain and vehicle.

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Navigate in regional/remote areas

  1. Correctly orientate map with surroundings.
  2. Identify field position and destination on map using landforms, landmarks and/or navigation equipment.
  3. Correctly use navigation aids, equipment and maps to follow planned route and schedule.
  4. Use alternate routes to avoid hazards, safely bypass obstacles or improve efficiency of route.
  5. Maintain communication in accordance with workplace procedures.
Correctly orientate map with surroundings.

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Identify field position and destination on map using landforms, landmarks and/or navigation equipment.

Completed
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Correctly use navigation aids, equipment and maps to follow planned route and schedule.

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Use alternate routes to avoid hazards, safely bypass obstacles or improve efficiency of route.

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Maintain communication in accordance with workplace procedures.

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Navigate in urban areas

1.1

Access relevant street directories and road maps.

1.2

Recognise and interpret map symbols.

1.3

Use the directory index to locate departure and destination points on map.

1.4

Trace the pre-determined or most efficient route on map and estimate distance and duration of journey.

1.5

Identify significant intersections/landmarks along route to assist with navigation.

1.6

Identify alternate routes in case of emergencies or significant traffic delays.

1.7

Follow selected route correctly.

2

Plan routes in regional/remote areas

2.1

Locate and review relevant legislative/regulatory, workplace requirements and background information for site/project.

2.2

Select suitable maps, aerial photos, guides and/or charts and check their currency and accuracy.

2.3

Select navigational equipment, check that it is fit for purpose and service or replace, as necessary.

2.4

Interpret map symbols and navigation data to identify departure/destination points, potential hazards and select an appropriate traverse route.

2.5

Estimate distance and duration of journey using map scale and available information about the terrain and vehicle.

3

Navigate in regional/remote areas

3.1

Correctly orientate map with surroundings.

3.2

Identify field position and destination on map using landforms, landmarks and/or navigation equipment.

3.3

Correctly use navigation aids, equipment and maps to follow planned route and schedule.

3.4

Use alternate routes to avoid hazards, safely bypass obstacles or improve efficiency of route.

3.5

Maintain communication in accordance with workplace procedures.

Required Skills and Knowledge

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Navigate in urban areas

1.1

Access relevant street directories and road maps.

1.2

Recognise and interpret map symbols.

1.3

Use the directory index to locate departure and destination points on map.

1.4

Trace the pre-determined or most efficient route on map and estimate distance and duration of journey.

1.5

Identify significant intersections/landmarks along route to assist with navigation.

1.6

Identify alternate routes in case of emergencies or significant traffic delays.

1.7

Follow selected route correctly.

2

Plan routes in regional/remote areas

2.1

Locate and review relevant legislative/regulatory, workplace requirements and background information for site/project.

2.2

Select suitable maps, aerial photos, guides and/or charts and check their currency and accuracy.

2.3

Select navigational equipment, check that it is fit for purpose and service or replace, as necessary.

2.4

Interpret map symbols and navigation data to identify departure/destination points, potential hazards and select an appropriate traverse route.

2.5

Estimate distance and duration of journey using map scale and available information about the terrain and vehicle.

3

Navigate in regional/remote areas

3.1

Correctly orientate map with surroundings.

3.2

Identify field position and destination on map using landforms, landmarks and/or navigation equipment.

3.3

Correctly use navigation aids, equipment and maps to follow planned route and schedule.

3.4

Use alternate routes to avoid hazards, safely bypass obstacles or improve efficiency of route.

3.5

Maintain communication in accordance with workplace procedures.

Evidence of competence in this unit must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria, and include demonstration of:

reading and interpreting maps, plans and photos to locate their position and navigating safe and efficient routes to at least two (2) different locations (urban and non-urban)

locating and interpreting relevant maps, route requirements, manuals and site/project information

identifying and safely following a pre-determined route

recognising potential hazards and surroundings and interpreting maps, signs and navigation data in a timely manner

developing safe, alternative routes in response to unforseen or changed circumstances

estimating distance, average speed and journey times, and bearings

seeking advice when issues/problems are beyond scope of competence/responsibility

following procedures for working safely and responding to emergency incidents and accidents.

Must provide evidence that demonstrates knowledge of:

types of maps, charts, aerial photos and advantages and/or disadvantages of their use

use and manipulation of scales used on maps and plans

symbols and representation of topographical features on maps and plans

functional components of a compass/global positioning system (GPS) and factors affecting compass/GPS accuracy

techniques for estimating distance and taking bearings

relevant hazards, health, safety and environment requirements.

Range Statement

This field allows for different 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.

Legislation, regulations, standards, codes, workplace procedures and requirements include the latest version of one or more of:

federal legislation, such as Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act, Australian Heritage Council Act, Native Title Act and National Environmental Protection Measures

state/territory government legislation and local government by-laws, policies, regulations and plans dealing with land use, acquisition and planning; environmental protection; cultural/heritage sites; vegetation management; nature conservation and wildlife/plant protection; water and water management; soil conservation; pollution and contaminated sites; fisheries, forestry and mining operations

legislation, standards and codes of practice for work health and safety (WHS) and handling of dangerous goods

Australian and international standards covering environmental management such as AS/NZS ISO 14000 Basic Set:2007 Environmental Management Basic Set

registration/licensing and/or accreditation requirements

workplace documents, such as standard operating procedures (SOPs), work schedules, recording and reporting procedures, vehicle and equipment manuals and warranties; safety data sheets (SDS) and safety procedures.

Background information includes one or more of:

site or project history, and project reports

client history

records of consultations with stakeholders and current issues

details of local inhabitants and landowners

site access protocols and permits

site access and exit routes

maps, guide books and aerial photos

information about terrain, significant features, natural protection or shelter, and cultural heritage sites

existing databases (e.g. vegetation, topography, soils and regional ecosystem maps)

safe work procedures

communication protocols when working in remote/regional areas

emergency plan and response procedures.

Maps include one or more of:

cadastral maps showing land tenure/ownership

topographical maps

charts and guidebooks

aerial photos, sketch maps and diagrams

web-based maps and directories

street directories.

Navigational equipment and aids include one or more of:

global positioning system (GPS) units

compass

track and survey markers, cairns, signs and arrows

navigation beacons.

Map symbols and navigation data include one or more of:

map legend and scale

entry and exit routes

distances and estimated travel times

grid lines and numbers, and grid reference points

contour lines, gradient and altitude gain/loss

magnetic variation/declination, grid and magnetic bearings

identifiable features (natural and built)

navigation/survey markers, beacons and water depth.

Surroundings include one or more of:

terrain, such as hills, mountains, ridges and valleys

natural landforms/landmarks, such as caves, observation towers, trig stations, bridges, buildings, and track and creek junctions/crossings

water bodies, such as creeks, rivers, dams and lakes.

Hazards and obstacles include one or more of:

extreme weather, such as wind, rain, fog and snow

damage to roads and tracks

thick/impenetrable vegetation

unsafe gradients

marshes, soft sand or bogs

impassable water crossings.

WHS requirements include:

compliance with relevant federal/state/territory WHS legislation at all times

assuming that samples are potentially hazardous and applying standard precautions

accessing and applying current industry understanding of infection control issued by the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) and state/territory Departments of Health, where relevant.