Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge to guide or lead participants on day and or overnight bushwalks. This unit focuses on the application of planning skills to make logistical arrangements for a bushwalking trip in unmodified landscapes and lead the walk safely according to an activity plan.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to those working as bushwalking guides who are responsible for planning, implementing and evaluating bushwalking trips conducted in a range of outdoor environments and locations, such as landscapes where there are no modifications to the natural surface, track alignment is indistinct with no clearance or signage along the track and the track is not managed for public risk.
This unit may also apply to leaders working for outdoor education or adventure providers; volunteer groups; not-for-profit organisations or government agencies.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
Nil
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. Plan a bushwalking activity. |
1.1. Conduct relevant assessments to determine the condition of participants in consultation with support personnel . 1.2. Select an activity site or location which meets activity objectives and is suitable for participants according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures . 1.3. Select appropriate maps and plan the route for the walk, taking into account environmental impact factors. 1.4. Identify hazards associated with the activity and apply risk minimisation procedures to ensure personal safety of participants. 1.5. Develop an activity plan for the walk to meet the identified needs, abilities and risk factors of participants, according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 1.6. Prepare a Navigation Data Sheet for the proposed walk. 1.7. Access relevant sources to obtain and interpret weather and environmental information for the walk. 1.8. Inform appropriate authorities before the walk. |
2. Select equipment for the activity. |
2.1. Identify and source equipment for the activity. 2.2. Assess equipment for safety and suitability for the walk and complete documentation. 2.3. Prepare equipment for transportation to walk location according to organisational policies and procedures. |
3. Make logistical arrangements. |
3.1. Determine food and water requirements for participants according to walking requirements. 3.2. Identify and plan for emergency food and water requirements. 3.3. Identify the location of water sources accessible during the walk and determine the need for water purification. 3.4. Prepare water for carrying and storage in a manner appropriate to the activity. 3.5. Select clothing suitable for the walk. |
4. Brief participants. |
4.1. Communicate instructions and relevant information about the walk in a manner suitable to participants. 4.2. Demonstrate packing of a backpack with gear appropriate to proposed walk to participants. 4.3. Explain symptoms, treatment and prevention of hypothermia, hyperthermia and dehydration to group to assist in self-monitoring. 4.4. Establish communication systems for use during walk and confirm systems with participants. 4.5. Check and confirm participants are properly equipped for the walk. |
5. Lead bushwalking trip. |
5.1. Assist participants to fit and adjust equipment to ensure suitability and safety as required. 5.2. Provide and reinforce direction and advice to the group during the walk. 5.3. Monitor walking pace and spacing between walkers in relation to conditions during the walk. 5.4. Monitor individual participant's performance and behaviour. 5.5. Monitor weather conditions during the walk. 5.6. Implement appropriate modifications to walk in response to changing conditions . |
6. Select and maintain a temporary site as required. |
6.1. Select a suitable site with reference to minimal impact on the environment according to relevant legislation. 6.2. Arrange shelter appropriate for prevailing weather conditions. 6.3. Establish site to ensure comfort and safety of the group. 6.4. Explain relevant minimum impact practices to group and monitor their compliance. 6.5. Return site to an equal standard on departure. |
7. Complete post trip responsibilities and evaluation |
7.1. Notify relevant authority of trip completion. 7.2. Retrieve, inspect, repair and store equipment according to organisational policies and procedures. 7.3. Evaluate relevant aspects of the walk according to organisational criteria and record outcomes. 7.4. Identify potential areas of improvement for future walks. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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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 following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure the safe guiding of groups on multiple bushwalking trips in unmodified landscapes that reflect local conditions to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance. 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:
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 candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Support personnel may include: |
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Activity objectives may include: |
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Relevant legislation may include: |
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Organisational policies and procedures may include: |
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Hazards may include: |
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Activity plan may include: |
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Relevant Sources may include: |
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Weather and environmental information may include: |
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Appropriate authorities may include: |
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Equipment may include: |
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Food and water requirements may include: |
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Relevant information may include: |
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Changing conditions may include: |
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Relevant aspects may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Outdoor Recreation
Competency Field
Bushwalking