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Guide extended off-highway motorcycle tours
Guide extended off-highway motorcycle tours
Unit of competency
National Code
SISOTBR405A
SISOTBR405A
State Code
D6513
D6513
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Transition (Deleted)
Transition (Deleted)
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/10/2014
Field of Education
092101 - Sport And Recreation Activities
Original Release Date
14/10/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to participate independently in off-highway motorcycle touring activities for overnight or more extended periods. Other related competencies such as navigation and camp craft are defined elsewhere.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan for an extended off-highway motorcycle tour.
- 1.1. Identify and plan food and water requirements according to the duration of the tour.
- 1.2. Select an appropriate route according to route requirements, contextual issues, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
- 1.3. Access relevantsources to interpret detailed weather and environmental information and determine tour and contingency plans.
- 1.4. Identify potential hazards and obstacles associated with off-highway motorcycling and procedures to minimise risks.
- 1.5. Establish a suitable communication system to use when riding.
2. Select equipment and conduct pre-tour checks.
- 2.1. Select off-highway motorcycle according to rider's needs and characteristics, proposed conditions, chosen route and terrain, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
- 2.2. Select and check suitable apparel andequipment according to contextual issues.
- 2.3. Perform routine pre-departurechecks of off-highway motorcycle and correct any deficiency according to manufacturer's specifications and organisational policies and procedures.
- 2.4. Select a method for carrying gear appropriate to the terrain and expected conditions.
- 2.5. Identify comfort items to improve ride according to terrain, weather conditions and route length.
- 2.6. Secure and transport off-highway motorcycle, where required,according to manufacturer's specifications and organisational policies and procedures.
3. Negotiate an off-highway route.
- 3.1. Pack and load gear to ensure adverse affects on balance are minimised and gear does not fall off or become loose.
- 3.2. Adopt appropriate posture and maintain balance and control of the off-highway motorcycle at all times over different terrain types and gradients.
- 3.3. Maintain tyre pressure at recommended pressure for conditions and load according to organisational policies and procedures.
- 3.4. Negotiate hazards and obstacles in a safe manner and take measures to guard personal and group safety.
- 3.5. Modify technique to account for changes in terrain and gradient, demonstrating high level riding skills.
- 3.6. Pace motorcycling and adopt safe group riding techniques to maintain group cohesion.
- 3.7. Use designated lead and or tail motorcycles, where appropriate.
4. Conduct off-highway motorcycle maintenance and repairs in the field.
- 4.1. Identify the types of repairs that may be necessary and the tools and spare parts required to undertake these repairs in-field according to manufacturer's specifications and organisational policies and procedures.
- 4.2. Assemble and carry an extensive in-field repair kit according to type of motorcycle and activity requirements.
- 4.3. Conduct routine inspection checks, maintenance and repairs as required during the off-highway motorcycle tour.
5. Evaluate tour.
- 5.1. Evaluate relevant aspects of the overnight off-highway motorcycle tour.
- 5.2. Identify improvements for future tours.
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.
Food and water requirements may include:
range of foods
perishability
hydration.
Route may include:
combination on highway and off-highway
off-highway.
Route requirements may include:
transport
accommodation and alternate accommodation
internal and external methods of communication
permission and permits required for overnight camping or accommodation.
Contextual issues may include:
weather conditions,
times
season
transport
location
trip distance and duration
group objectives
group size.
Relevant legislation may include:
roads and traffic Acts
occupational health and safety
permits or permission for access
environmental regulations.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
occupational health and safety:
use, maintenance and storage of motorcycles and equipment
environmental impact minimisation procedures
noise level requirements
communication protocols
code of ethics.
Relevantsources may include:
Bureau of Meteorology
media
land managers or agencies
local knowledge.
Weather and environmental information may include:
satellite images
daily and weekly forecasts
local meteorological conditions
maximum and minimum temperatures
event warnings
river levels
synoptic charts
high and low tide predictions.
Hazards may include:
sharp corners
temperature extremes
slippery or unstable terrain
dangerous animals and insects
stinging trees and nettles
dense vegetation
group management hazards.
Obstacles may include:
creeks
large bumps
logs
depressions and pot holes
ruts and drainage grates.
Risks may include:
hypothermia
heat exhaustion
injuries
exhaustion
lost party or party member
equipment failure.
Communication system may include:
calls
radio
hand signals
Off-highway motorcycle may include:
off-highway motorcycles
farm or agriculture motorcycles.
Apparel and equipment may include:
helmet
safe footwear
protective clothing or body armour
eye protection or goggles
backpacks or bum bags
first aid kit
tools and spare parts.
Pre-departure checks may include:
chain or drive shaft
controls and cables
lights and electrics
oil and fuel
chassis
suspension.
Comfort items may include:
frame guards
fork guards
seat - foam cover
route sheet holder
hand guards.
Rider etiquette may include:
other off highway motorcycle riders
other road or track users.
Measures may include:
observation of traffic, surroundings and other motorcyclists
communication with other motorcyclists, motorists and other users
application of rider etiquette
use of appropriate speed for the terrain and conditions
observation of weather conditions and terrain
adequate clothing
adequate food and fluid intake
maintenance of safe distance from other riders.
High level riding skills may include:
adopting appropriate posture to achieve efficiency and comfort and reduce repetitive strain over long rides
applying recommended weight transfer techniques when cornering
displaying efficient use of gears across different terrain features
demonstrating smooth and timely gear changes
applying recommended braking techniques for off-highway conditions
choosing routes or lines that minimise damage to the environment and provide suitable traction.
Tools and spare parts may include:
spare tube and tyre levers
patch kit
tube valves
spanner set and shifter
spare nuts, bolts, chain and links
electrical and tie wire
clutch and throttle cable
spoke spanner
chain breaker.
Maintenance may include:
fluid levels
air cleaner
fuel and oil filters
engine lubrication
steering and electrical system
brake checks and adjustment
gear checks and adjustment
spoke tension
chain and sprocket.
Relevant aspects may include:
objectives
planning process
activity site
weather
equipment selection
clothing selection
food selection
group feedback
directing techniques.
Food and water requirements may include:
range of foods
perishability
hydration.
Route may include:
combination on highway and off-highway
off-highway.
Route requirements may include:
transport
accommodation and alternate accommodation
internal and external methods of communication
permission and permits required for overnight camping or accommodation.
Contextual issues may include:
weather conditions,
times
season
transport
location
trip distance and duration
group objectives
group size.
Relevant legislation may include:
roads and traffic Acts
occupational health and safety
permits or permission for access
environmental regulations.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
occupational health and safety:
use, maintenance and storage of motorcycles and equipment
environmental impact minimisation procedures
noise level requirements
communication protocols
code of ethics.
Relevantsources may include:
Bureau of Meteorology
media
land managers or agencies
local knowledge.
Weather and environmental information may include:
satellite images
daily and weekly forecasts
local meteorological conditions
maximum and minimum temperatures
event warnings
river levels
synoptic charts
high and low tide predictions.
Hazards may include:
sharp corners
temperature extremes
slippery or unstable terrain
dangerous animals and insects
stinging trees and nettles
dense vegetation
group management hazards.
Obstacles may include:
creeks
large bumps
logs
depressions and pot holes
ruts and drainage grates.
Risks may include:
hypothermia
heat exhaustion
injuries
exhaustion
lost party or party member
equipment failure.
Communication system may include:
calls
radio
hand signals
Off-highway motorcycle may include:
off-highway motorcycles
farm or agriculture motorcycles.
Apparel and equipment may include:
helmet
safe footwear
protective clothing or body armour
eye protection or goggles
backpacks or bum bags
first aid kit
tools and spare parts.
Pre-departure checks may include:
chain or drive shaft
controls and cables
lights and electrics
oil and fuel
chassis
suspension.
Comfort items may include:
frame guards
fork guards
seat - foam cover
route sheet holder
hand guards.
Rider etiquette may include:
other off highway motorcycle riders
other road or track users.
Measures may include:
observation of traffic, surroundings and other motorcyclists
communication with other motorcyclists, motorists and other users
application of rider etiquette
use of appropriate speed for the terrain and conditions
observation of weather conditions and terrain
adequate clothing
adequate food and fluid intake
maintenance of safe distance from other riders.
High level riding skills may include:
adopting appropriate posture to achieve efficiency and comfort and reduce repetitive strain over long rides
applying recommended weight transfer techniques when cornering
displaying efficient use of gears across different terrain features
demonstrating smooth and timely gear changes
applying recommended braking techniques for off-highway conditions
choosing routes or lines that minimise damage to the environment and provide suitable traction.
Tools and spare parts may include:
spare tube and tyre levers
patch kit
tube valves
spanner set and shifter
spare nuts, bolts, chain and links
electrical and tie wire
clutch and throttle cable
spoke spanner
chain breaker.
Maintenance may include:
fluid levels
air cleaner
fuel and oil filters
engine lubrication
steering and electrical system
brake checks and adjustment
gear checks and adjustment
spoke tension
chain and sprocket.
Relevant aspects may include:
objectives
planning process
activity site
weather
equipment selection
clothing selection
food selection
group feedback
directing techniques.
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.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
applies relevant planning processes for off-highway motorcycling tour and conducts accurate routine checks and maintenance of motorcycle and equipment
takes measures to guard personal and group safety by identifying and negotiating obstacles, hazards and risks, and selecting apparel that is suitable to all possible weather conditions
evaluates and reflects on own extended off-highway motorcycling performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure participation in extended off-highway motorcycling tours that are of sufficient breadth and duration to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
a suitable off-highway location for overnight or extended tours
off-highway motorcycles
apparel and equipment such as helmets, safe footwear and protective clothing.
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:
oral and or written questioning to assess knowledge of potential risks associated with extended off-highway motorcycling
observation of safe participation and demonstration of off-highway motorcycling techniques over a variety of terrain
observation of dealing with hazards, obstacles and contingencies, such as motorcycle or equipment failure and change in conditions
observation of conducting motorcycle maintenance checks and repairs
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISOOPS202A Use and maintain a temporary or overnight site.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
applies relevant planning processes for off-highway motorcycling tour and conducts accurate routine checks and maintenance of motorcycle and equipment
takes measures to guard personal and group safety by identifying and negotiating obstacles, hazards and risks, and selecting apparel that is suitable to all possible weather conditions
evaluates and reflects on own extended off-highway motorcycling performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure participation in extended off-highway motorcycling tours that are of sufficient breadth and duration to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
a suitable off-highway location for overnight or extended tours
off-highway motorcycles
apparel and equipment such as helmets, safe footwear and protective clothing.
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:
oral and or written questioning to assess knowledge of potential risks associated with extended off-highway motorcycling
observation of safe participation and demonstration of off-highway motorcycling techniques over a variety of terrain
observation of dealing with hazards, obstacles and contingencies, such as motorcycle or equipment failure and change in conditions
observation of conducting motorcycle maintenance checks and repairs
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISOOPS202A Use and maintain a temporary or overnight site.
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| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J768 | SIS40313 | Certificate IV in Outdoor Recreation | Qualification |