Assessment Requirements for SISOFLD007 Navigate in difficult tracked environments

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Assessment Requirements for SISOFLD007 Navigate in difficult tracked environments

Modification History

Not applicable.

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and:

plan and document three efficient routes, each different, within difficult tracked environments

navigate each of the above three planned routes

across the three navigation activities, collectively use these techniques to determine location:

using map, identifying natural features, constructed objects and determining distance travelled

using map and compass techniques including resections/tri-bearings

using GPS devices

using grid references, estimation and Romer devices

across the three navigation activities, collectively use these navigation techniques:

using linear and point references

using terrain features: handrailing, collecting features, catch points

using compass techniques: aiming off, backbearing

using GPS: waypoints, routes

on two occasions, determine when there is a deviation from a planned route, adjust and resume the planned route after fixing position using:

manual techniques on one occasion

a GPS device on one occasion

determine two adjustments to routes in the field and navigate the changed routes using:

manual techniques on one occasion

a GPS device on one occasion.

Knowledge Evidence

Demonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:

trusted sources of maps for the region or locality

different technologies used to access maps

characteristics of different map types, their different uses, advantages and disadvantages, accuracy and sources of error:

paper based and digital

sketch maps and diagrams

guide book maps

charts

topographic

cadastral

information found on maps including symbols and what they represent:

survey or edition date

map legend

scale and distance

grid lines and numbers

cardinal points and bearings

contour lines, altitude and water depth

topographic features

markers and beacons

gradient

roads, tracks and waterways

magnetic variation and annual change

principal colours used on maps and what they represent

other information and key features that can assist navigation in difficult tracked environments:

satellite imagery

aerial photographs

features, functions and operation of global positioning systems (GPS):

when these might be used, advantages and disadvantages

reliability of signal, device and battery

system structure at fundamental level of understanding

how to identify and use datum grids

how to create, enter and transfer waypoints

how to create tracks, routes and grid references

accuracy and sources of errors

these different types of compasses, their features and factors which affect accuracy:

baseplate/orienteering

sighting/mirror

lensatic/prismatic

for difficult tracked environments, map and compass techniques used to:

calculate grid, magnetic and true north bearings

orientate map to surroundings

maintain a designated course

identify unfamiliar features

make significant adjustments to routes

techniques to determine location:

using map, identifying natural features, constructed objects and determining distance travelled

using map and compass techniques including resections/tri-bearings

using GPS devices

using grid references, estimation and Romer devices

the following navigation techniques used to effectively navigate in difficult tracked environments; advantages and disadvantages:

using linear and point references

using terrain features: handrailing, collecting features, catch points

using compass techniques: aiming off

using GPS: waypoints, routes

types of navigation aids found in the field and how these can assist with navigation:

track markers, signs and arrows

track and creek junctions and crossings

survey markers

beacons

cairns

natural features and constructed objects

contents of navigation data sheets and their purpose:

grid reference points

grid and magnetic bearings

distances

estimated travelling times

height gain or loss

gradient

identifiable features

escape routes

factors that affect the adjustment of routes during activities.

Assessment Conditions

Navigation skills must be demonstrated in a setting where outdoor recreation activities are delivered in difficult tracked environments. The environment must feature the following:

tracks, natural and constructed features are marked on maps but these could be unreliable

tracks are generally distinct but some parts of the track are indistinct

tracks have signage at the track head, with route markers but limited signage en route.

If in an alpine region and snow is present, assessment can only be completed if the track remains discernible.

The following resources must be available to replicate industry conditions of operation:

first aid equipment

communication equipment for emergency response.

Assessment must ensure use of:

maps relevant to the activity type

compasses and protractors

global positioning system (GPS) devices

activity plans

template navigation data sheets.

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations requirements for assessors, and:

have a collective period of at least three years’ experience with an organisation providing recreational programs where they have applied the skills and knowledge covered in this unit of competency; the three years’ experience can incorporate full and or part time experience.

Links

Companion Volume Implementation Guides - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=1ca50016-24d2-4161-a044-d3faa200268b