Modification History
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Comment |
Release 1 |
Replaces AURMO3003A Communicate using flags and signals Unit code updated to meet policy requirements Minor changes to unit title Reference to OHS legislation replaced with new WHS legislation |
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to communicate with competitors, officials and other motorsport personnel, using flags and other signalling methods. It requires the ability to observe race and track conditions and correctly apply signalling conventions to communicate warnings, alerts and other information. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit in some jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit applies to individuals who undertake the duties of a flag marshal or equivalent in a motorsport event, including practice sessions. While all officials are required to understand the meaning of flags and signals, it is the responsibility of the flag marshal to know when and how to use flags in accordance with motorsport event rules and regulations. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Make pre-event preparations |
1.1. Read and interpret event documentation, including rules and regulations 1.2. Identify and prepare personal requirements and equipment and check for safe and operational condition 1.3. Prepare for conditions on the day, including weather, nutrition and personal comfort 1.4. Attend pre-race briefing session and confirm own role and responsibilities |
2. Prepare post |
2.1. Confirm location of allocated post and identity of other team members 2.2. If flags are to be used, ensure flag set is complete and lay out flags ready for use 2.3. If signal lights are to be used, check for correct operation 2.4. Check and prepare signal boards and related equipment 2.5. Assess location for risks and plan an emergency escape route 2.6. Check that communication system is operational |
3. Use flags and signals during the event |
3.1. Maintain communication with chief marshal and other official personnel and report, as required 3.2. Remain vigilant throughout the event to identify need for flags or signals 3.3. Use flags or signals, when necessary, in accordance with relevant motorsport rules and regulations 3.4. Carry out all activities according to event rules and regulations, Officials Code of Practice, and safety and emergency procedures. |
4. Finalise duties |
4.1. Check, maintain and return all flags and communication equipment 4.2. Clean and secure marshalling post 4.3. Prepare a written report for the chief marshal 4.4. Attend post-meeting debriefing session |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
Required skills include:
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Required knowledge |
Required knowledge includes:
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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 |
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently:
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Context of , and specific resources for assessment |
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Method of assessment |
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Guidance information for assessment |
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. 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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Motorsport |
Motorsport may include:
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Flags |
Flag rules and techniques include:
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Other signals |
Other signal methods may include:
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Rules and regulations |
Motorsport rules and regulations may include:
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Professional and ethical standards |
Professional and ethical standards for officials may include:
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Pre-event preparation |
Pre-event preparations may include:
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Information and documents |
Information and documents may include:
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Legislative requirements |
Legislative requirements are to be in accordance with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation, regulations, certification requirements and codes of practice, and may include:
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WHS requirements |
WHS requirements are to be in accordance with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures, and may include:
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Environmental requirements |
Environmental requirements may include:
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Organisational policies and procedures |
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Motorsport |
Co-requisite units
Not applicable.
Competency field
Competency field |
Officiating |