Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to participate in off-road cycling activities. This unit focuses on the application of advanced off-road cycling skills on unmaintained gravel roads and rough single tracks with intermediate to expert terrain.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to those working as off-road cycling guides or instructors in a range of conditions, including intermediate to expert terrain with unmaintained gravel roads and tracks.
This unit also applies to outdoor recreation 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
SISOCYT202A Demonstrate basic cycling skills
SISOMBK201A Demonstrate basic off-road cycling skills
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 for the off-road ride. |
1.1. Identify and plan food and water requirements according to principles of nutrition and the duration of the ride. 1.2. Research and determine route for the off-road ride according to contextual issues , relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures . 1.3. Access relevant sources to interpret detailed weather and environmental information and determine ride plans. 1.4. Identify potential hazards and obstacles associated with off-road cycling and procedures to minimise risks . 1.5. Establish a suitable communication system to use when riding in a group and organise a reliable support vehicle and driver where required. 1.6. Determine access, availability of public transport and parking, if necessary from both entry and exit points of ride. |
2. Select, use and maintain off-road cycling equipment. |
2.1. Select personal and protective clothing and identify design and or construction features that make it appropriate, according to contextual issues. 2.2. Select suitable bicycle and equipment according to their features appropriate to the proposed off-road cycling conditions. 2.3. Fit and adjust bicycle proportions and personal equipment according to personal requirements and organisational policies and procedures. 2.4. Conduct pre -ride maintenance checks and correct any deficiencies. 2.5. Attach equipment and accessories to bicycle and secure off-road bicycle to vehicle, where required. |
3. Undertake off-road ride. |
3.1. Adopt appropriate posture and maintain control and balance at all times when riding off-road on intermediate to expert terrain. 3.2. Apply off-road cycling techniques and skills in a smooth, safe and energy efficient manner according to terrain and conditions . 3.3. Navigate route and negotiate difficult situations according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 3.4. Communicate with cyclists, motorists and other users, and apply trail etiquette. 3.5. Pace cycling and adopt safe group or bunch riding techniques to maintain group cohesion. 3.6. Negotiate hazards and obstacles safely and take measures to guard personal and group safety. |
4. Maintain and repair off-road cycling equipment in the field. |
4.1. Identify and use cycling tools and spare parts and an in -field repair kit to deal with routine problems and or repairs according to manufacturer's specifications and organisational policies and procedures. 4.2. Determine measures to deal with non-routine problems and or repairs. |
5. Complete post trip responsibilities. |
5.1. Remove mud and dirt from off-road bicycle and spray all moving parts with appropriate lubricant. 5.2. Examine off-road bicycle for any defects and repair or arrange for repair in a timely manner according to organisational policies and procedures. 5.3. Store off-road bicycle in appropriate manner. 5.4. Evaluate relevant aspects of the off-road cycling activity and record details according to organisational policies and procedures. |
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 participation in multiple off-road cycling activities on intermediate to expert terrain types 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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Food and water requirements may include: |
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Principles of nutrition may include: |
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Route may include: |
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Contextual issues may include: |
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Relevant legislation may include: |
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Organisational policies and procedures may include: |
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Relevant sources may include: |
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Weather and environmental information may include: |
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Hazards may include: |
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Obstacles may include: |
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Risks may include: |
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Protective clothing may include: |
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Bicycle may include: |
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Equipment may include: |
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Features may include: |
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Proportions may include: |
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Pre -ride maintenance checks may include: |
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Accessories may include: |
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Techniques and skills may include: |
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Terrain and conditions may include: |
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Difficult situations may include: |
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Tools and spare parts may include: |
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Routine problems and or repairs may include: |
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Relevant aspects may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Outdoor Recreation
Competency Field
Mountain Biking