Assessment Requirements for FWPCOT3202 Navigate in remote or trackless areas

Release: 1

Assessment Requirements for FWPCOT3202 Navigate in remote or trackless areas

Modification History

Release	Comment
1	Replaces equivalent unit FPICOT3202B Navigate in remote or trackless areas, which was first released with FPI11 Forest and Forest Products Training Package Version 2.2. This is the first release of this unit in the new standards format Assessment requirements now specify the performance and knowledge evidence, as well as assessment conditions for this unit of competency. These sections simplify and replace components used in the previous unit format, including Required Skills and Knowledge, Evidence Guide and Range Statement

Performance Evidence

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit. If a specific volume or frequency is not stated below, then evidence must be provided that the following requirements have been performed on at least one occasion:

follow organisational policies and procedures for navigating in a remote or trackless area

select, interpret, and use maps and other written and diagrammatic information for navigation

use maps, compass and navigation aids to plan routes and navigate in remote or trackless area which must be either:

standard magnetic compass using latitude/longitude and Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) coordinate systems

global positioning system (GPS)

cadastral maps (maps that show the boundaries and ownership of land parcels)

topographic maps

general maps

plan and conduct an efficient navigation, effectively bypassing obstacles within designated timeframes

maintain navigation tools and equipment

establish and maintain effective communication with appropriate personnel as required

record navigation activities.

Knowledge Evidence

A person competent in this unit must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices for navigating in a remote or trackless area

environmental protection requirements, including the safe disposal of waste material and returning the environment to its original or near to original condition on completion of activity

organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for navigating in a remote or trackless areas

factors that may affect navigation, including:

types of terrain and gradient

weather conditions

obstacles

distance

estimated travelling time

availability of resources, including water, rest stops, camp sites

access and exit routes

use and features of various maps, images and charts including:

cadastral and topographic maps

charts

guide books

photographs and other digital imagery

sketches

diagrams

representation of topographic features on maps and plans, including:

grid lines and numbers

contour lines

magnetic variation

scale

map legend

local features

markers and beacons

water depth

common scales and reference information used on maps and plans

features and uses of environmental navigation aids:

survey markers

track markers and beacons

signs

arrows

natural landmarks and reference points

purpose, features and operation of navigation equipment, and procedures for their safe use and maintenance, including

global positioning system (GPS) device

magnetic compass, including adjustment for local magnetic variation

locator beacons

personal protective equipment and clothing

techniques for estimating distance travelled within a particular activity context

established communication modes, methods and protocols

procedures for recording and reporting workplace information.

Assessment Conditions

The following resources must be made available:

site to navigate

navigation equipment

work order, workplace requirements and site standards for navigating in remote or trackless areas.

communication devices

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessor requirements

Assessors must:

hold the appropriate assessor competency standards as outlined in regulations; and

be able to demonstrate vocational competencies at least to the level being assessed; and

be able to demonstrate how they are continuing to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as maintaining their industry currency and assessor competence.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=0d96fe23-5747-4c01-9d6f-3509ff8d3d47