Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to establish, use and maintain a temporary or overnight site. Temporary sites include sites used for rest stops, overnight camping and emergency shelters.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to those working in a range of outdoor recreation environments that require use of temporary overnight sites.
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. Make logistical arrangements. |
1.1. Access local area knowledge and information , and use it to identify suitable temporary sites . 1.2. Identify factors affecting site selection according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures . 1.3. Access relevant sources to interpret detailed weather and environmental information . 1.4. Identify hazards and potential human impact practices associated with the activity and apply risk minimisation as advised by the supervisor. 1.5. Identify and plan food and water requirements according to principles of nutrition and the duration of the activity. 1.6. Address perishability of various foods, packaging, cooking and storage considerations when menu planning. 1.7. Identify and plan for emergency food and water requirements. |
2. Select equipment. |
2.1. Select equipment according to contextual issues and check its serviceability. 2.2. Select personal clothing and footwear, and identify the design and or construction features that make it appropriate. |
3. Establish a shelter. |
3.1. Arrange a shelter according to the prevailing weather and conditions, and ensure comfort and safety. 3.2. Erect a shelter in a manner to reduce impact on the natural environment according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. |
4. Maintain a temporary site. |
4.1. Take measures to remove or avoid hazards and minimise risk at the temporary site. 4.2. Identify the consequences of unhygienic practices and apply recommended procedures to mitigate potential health risks. 4.3. Clean individual and shared utensils according to organisational policies and procedures. 4.4. Identify and apply sanitation practices appropriate to the site to minimise health problems and environmental impact. 4.5. Pack up and clean area when leaving according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. |
5. Evaluate the activity. |
5.1. Evaluate relevant aspects of using and maintaining an overnight site. 5.2. Identify improvements for future overnight stays. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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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 establishment, use and maintenance of a temporary or overnight site on multiple occasions 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, for example:
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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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Information may include: |
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Temporary sites may include: |
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Relevant legislation may include: |
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Organisational policies and procedures may include: |
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Relevant sources may include: |
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Weather and environmental information may include: |
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Hazards may include: |
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Human impact may include: |
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Risk may include: |
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Food and water requirements may include: |
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Principles of nutrition may include: |
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Equipment may include: |
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Contextual issues may include: |
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Shelter may include: |
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Impact on natural environment may include: |
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Pack up may include: |
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Relevant aspects may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Outdoor Recreation
Competency Field
Field Operations