Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Descriptor |
This unit relates to travelling to remote communities for the purpose of delivering services within those communities |
Application of the Unit
Application |
This unit addresses workers' involvement in preparation for travel and contribution to vehicle safety However, the unit does not cover driving the vehicle used for travel to remote communities Primary responsibility for vehicle preparation and operational safety will be that of the driver |
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 define the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
The Performance Criteria specify the level of performance required to demonstrate achievement of the Element. Terms in italics are elaborated in the Range Statement. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for visits to remote communities |
1.1 Check weather forecast and prepare for possible adverse weather or environmental conditions 1.2 Check condition of relevant terrain and roads 1.3 Vehicle appropriateness and preparedness for the journey is ensured 1.4 Pack appropriate items to meet personal needs for the journey 1.5 Prepare equipment and resources required to complete tasks in remote areas 1.6 Obtain workplace and community approval for the visit 1.7 Negotiate accommodation with the community if required 1.8 Notify appropriate persons of travel details in line with organisation and community policy and procedures 1.9 Prepare communications equipment and identify correct policy and procedures for operation |
2. Travel safely to and from remote communities |
2.1 Ensure travel is within guidelines provided in organisation policy and procedures 2.2 Follow appropriate safety procedures and policies for travel to and from remote communities |
3. Stay in a remote community for a short term visit |
3.1 Follow cultural and community protocols when staying in remote communities 3.2 Employ appropriate strategies to avoid offence or conflict in the community 3.3 Manage, complete and record priority tasks appropriately |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit. |
Essential knowledge : The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role This includes knowledge of:
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Essential skills : It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role This includes the ability to:
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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, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit : |
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Access and equity considerations : |
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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. Add any 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. |
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Possible adverse weather or environmental conditions may include : |
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Criteria for appropriate vehicle may include : |
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Criteria for prepared vehicle may include : |
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Appropriate policies and procedures for travelling safely to remote communities may include : |
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Communication equipment may include : |
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Communication procedures and policy may include : |
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Personal needs may include : |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not Applicable