Demonstrate bushwalking skills in a controlled environment

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Self Assessment Survey
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Elements and Performance Criteria

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. Plan for a bushwalk.

1.1. Identify food and water requirements according to principles of nutrition and the duration of the walk to maintain physiological well being during activity.

1.2. Identify an appropriate activity location according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

1.3. Obtain and become familiar with appropriate map for the intended walk.

1.4. Access relevantsources to interpret weather and environmental information.

1.5. Identify potential hazards associated with the activity.

2. Select equipment.

2.1. Select, fit and adjust equipment to ensure comfort and safety according to contextual issues and organisational policies and procedures.

2.2. Ensure pack weight is appropriate to body weight and level of fitness.

2.3. Select personal clothing and footwear and identify the design and or construction features that make it appropriate.

3. Apply bushwalking skills.

3.1. Adopt appropriate posture when lifting and carrying backpack.

3.2. Approach obstacles and hazards in a safe manner and minimise risks to self and group where possible.

3.3. Apply ascendingtechniques and descending techniques on slopes.

3.4. Follow a route in tracked or easy untracked areas, demonstrating use of navigation aids.

4. Evaluate the bushwalk.

4.1. Evaluate relevant aspects of the walk.

4.2. Identify improvements for future walks.


Qualifications and Skillsets

SISOBWG201A appears in the following qualifications:

  • SIS20210 - Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation
  • SIS30410 - Certificate III in Outdoor Recreation
  • DEF10112 - Certificate I in Defence Force Cadets
  • SIS30413 - Certificate III in Outdoor Recreation
  • SIS40313 - Certificate IV in Outdoor Recreation
  • SIS20213 - Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation
  • DEF10117 - Certificate I in Defence Force Cadets

And the skillsets: