Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan and conduct a non-instructional target archery session. It does not cover field or clout archery.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to those working as archery leaders, coaches or guides who conduct target archery sessions in controlled conditions.
This unit may also apply to leaders working for outdoor education or adventure providers; volunteer groups; not-for-profit organisations or government agencies.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
Nil
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements and Performance Criteria
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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 an archery session. |
1.1. Conduct relevant assessments to determine the condition of participants . 1.2. Develop a plan according to relevant legislation , organisational policies and procedures and participant's needs . 1.3. Identify a location according to participant's abilities, aims and objectives , relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 1.4. Identify hazards associated with target archery and minimise risks to ensure safety of participants. 1.5. Access relevant sources to interpret weather and environmental information to determine activity plan. 1.6. Inform appropriate authorities before commencing the session, where required. |
2. Select equipment for the group. |
2.1. Select equipment according to contextual issues and organisational policies and procedures. 2.2. Assess equipment for safety and serviceability. 2.3. Check and pack safety equipment according to organisational policies and procedures. |
3. Brief participants. |
3.1. Communicate instructions and relevant information about the archery session in a manner suitable to the participants. 3.2. Outline safety procedures, contingency plans and boundaries for the session and activities. 3.3. Demonstrate correct posture and techniques for firing arrows and the removal of arrows from the ground and targets. 3.4. Establish a suitable communication system for participants to use during the session. 3.5. Check and confirm participants are properly equipped for archery activities and conditions. |
4. Conduct archery session. |
4.1. Demonstrate archery techniques to participants. 4.2. Monitor individual participant's performance and provide appropriate feedback. 4.3. Implement appropriate modifications to activities as required according to situational changes . 4.4. Respond to emergencies or non-routine situations according to organisational policies and procedures. |
5. Complete post session responsibilities. |
5.1. Notify appropriate authority of session completion as required. 5.2. Retrieve, inspect, repair and store equipment according to organisational policies and procedures. 5.3. Evaluate relevant aspects of the session. 5.4. Identify potential areas of improvement for future sessions. 5.5. Review own performance and identify potential improvements. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Evidence Guide
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. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure the safe leading of groups in archery activities that are appropriate to the needs and characteristics of a range of participants to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance. Assessment must also ensure access to:
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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:
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended. |
Range Statement
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. |
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Condition of participants may include: |
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Plan may include: |
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Relevant legislation may include: |
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Organisational policies and procedures may include: |
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Participant's needs may include: |
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Aims and objectives may include: |
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Hazards may include: |
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Risks may include: |
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Relevant sources may include: |
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Weather and environmental information may include: |
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Appropriate authorities may include: |
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Equipment may include |
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Contextual issues may include: |
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Relevant information may include: |
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Situational changes may include: |
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Relevant aspects may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Outdoor Recreation
Competency Field
Archery