Modification History
The release details of this endorsed unit of competency set are in the table below. The latest information is at the top.
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Replaces but is not equivalent to SISSOGP301A Conduct games or competitions. Title changed to better reflect the intent of the unit. Competency outcome changed. Content modified to focus solely on the role of a ‘dynamic’ official such as a referee or umpire. |
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge to referee or umpire in ‘a dynamic’ official type role, a game or competition according to relevant rules and regulations. It includes the application of strategies to deal with disputes surrounding the outcome of the activity and self-reflection to review and analyse the conduct and outcomes of performance to modify and improve future performances.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to those undertaking an officiating role in a sport and recreation environment at entry level in a chosen sport. This unit covers the application of relevant NSO rules, regulations and guidelines to officiate a game or competition. It also includes the application of some basic strategies to prevent and deal with minor disputes regarding decisions made by the official.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Each National Sporting Organisation (NSO) has specific training and assessment requirements for industry accreditation of officials. These requirements will vary between different sports and those developing training and assessment for this unit should undertake consultation with the relevant NSO or State Sporting Organisation (SSO) to determine any specific arrangements for courses, trainers and assessors to facilitate RPL for individuals to achieve the required registration status to operate as an official in that sport.
Pre-Requisites
SISSSOF101 |
Develop and update officiating knowledge |
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. Assess the game or competition environment and requirements. |
1.1 Identify rules or regulations appropriate for the relevant game, event or competition. 1.2 Check appropriate documentation prior to commencement of game or competition and confirm participant status. 1.3 Confirm that environment, facilities and equipment meet game or competition requirements. 1.4 Confirm that risk analysis has been completed prior to commencement of the game or competition according to organisational policies and procedures. |
2. Monitor the game or competition. |
2.1 Maintain ongoing observation of the game or competition according to relevant legislation and best practice principles . 2.2 Undertake observation with minimal disruption to the game or competition. 2.3 Make decisions promptly within required timeframes and without influence of external sources . 2.4 Apply strategies to minimise hostility from spectators and others. 2.5 Respond to problems that arise during the game or competition without delay within limits of own role. |
3. Interpret and apply rules and regulations. |
3.1 Identify breaches of rules and regulations by participants and club officials and act accordingly. 3.2 Make and communicate decisions promptly within required timeframes and without influence of external sources. 3.3 Demonstrate firm, confident signals and movements and positive body language to convey an explanation of decisions. 3.4 Move appropriately to maintain optimal position to view play throughout the game. 3.5 Apply effective communication strategies in interactions with players, coaches, spectators and other officials. 3.6 Manage the reactions of participants to decisions according to organisational policies and procedures. |
4. Deal with disputes. |
4.1 Identify the causes of conflict . 4.2 Use accepted conflict resolution techniques to manage conflict situation and develop solutions. 4.3 Explain techniques for conflict resolution to individuals involved and other relevant others where appropriate. 4.4 Identify quickly situations where personal safety of relevant others may be threatened and organise appropriate assistance. 4.5 Resolve disputes arising from the game or competition promptly. 4.6 Record outcomes of dispute according to organisational policies and procedures and competition regulations. |
5. Certify and endorse results. |
5.1 Document results clearly and accurately within prescribed time frames and according to game or competition rules and regulations. 5.2 Cross check results for verification prior to authorisation where required. |
6. Review and modify outcomes. |
6.1 Review activity in consultation with appropriate personnel. 6.2 Evaluate own performance using self-reflection methods and identify potential improvements for future performances. 6.3 Make modifications where required in response to feedback from support personnel and own self-reflection outcomes. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
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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 ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure:
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:
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Guidance information for assessment |
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 individual, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Rules or regulations may include: |
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Equipment may include: |
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Risk analysis may include: |
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Organisational policies and procedures may include: |
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Relevant legislation may include: |
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Best practice principles may include: |
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Decisions may include: |
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External sources may include: |
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Communication strategies may include: |
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Reactions may include: |
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Causes of conflict may include: |
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Conflict resolution strategies may include: |
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Relevant others may include: |
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Disputes may include: |
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Self-reflection methods may include: |
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Feedback may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Sport
Competency Field
Sport Officiating