Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
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23/07/2026 12:05 AM AWST
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Operate tours in a remote area
Operate tours in a remote area
Unit of competency
National Code
SITTTOP006B
SITTTOP006B
State Code
WB966
WB966
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
23/02/2011
Field of Education
080701 - Tourism
Original Release Date
23/02/2011
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to operate any style of tour in a remote area and requires specific abilities in bush craft and survival and the use of communication equipment. It requires the ability to operate remote tours within the requirements set by any permit conditions and land management guidelines. It also requires the ability to provide for the safety of customers and ensure low environmental impact. This unit does not cover complementary skills in operating camp sites and providing catering, which are covered by other units in the Tour Operations field. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Use bush craft and survival techniques.
- 1.1 Identify current hazards in accessing and operating in the remote area, assess risks and action contingency plans to eliminate or control the risks.
- 1.2 Read maps and use navigation and communication equipment accurately to find tour destinations and to navigate the return journey.
- 1.3 Share bush craft knowledge with customers to enhance the tour experiences and employ their help, if required.
- 1.4 Employ bush craft and survival techniques in remote areas in emergency situations to source water, food and shelter and to signal for help or rescue.
2 Operate remote area communications equipment.
- 2.1 Tune and adjust equipment to ensure that incoming and outgoing communications can be clearly transmitted.
- 2.2 Obtain and select correct communication address to make outgoing communication.
- 2.3 Operate communications equipment correctly at the appropriate times to establish contact and according to organisation procedures and safety requirements.
- 2.4 Relay and receive messages speaking at a volume and tone and using the phonetic alphabet or radio call signs to allow the other party to hear clearly and understand the message.
- 2.5 Provide appropriate response to caller, respond to requests for action or information and confirm that requests have been actioned.
3 Conduct remote area touring activities with minimal impact.
- 3.1 Conduct the tour to ensure minimal negativeimpact to the environment and maximum comfort and safety of passengers.
- 3.2 Conduct all activities according to special permit requirements and report any incidents to the relevant agency.
- 3.3 Monitor the quality of culturally or environmentally sensitive areas or sites and report any deficiencies or damage to the relevant agency.
- 3.4 Minimise the effects of noise on local communities.
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S6462 | SITTTOP006A | Operate tours in a remote area | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WF717 | SITTTOP403 | Operate tours in a remote area | Unit of competency |