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Undertake open-space planning
Undertake open-space planning
Unit of competency
National Code
SISXRES506A
SISXRES506A
State Code
D6209
D6209
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/10/2014
Field of Education
080301 - Business Management
Original Release Date
15/10/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to undertake research to determine supply and demand for open spaces in order to develop and implement an action plan for open-space planning for sport, fitness and recreation programs and activities.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Conduct research into open-space planning.
- 1.1. Conduct a feasibility study to determine requirements for open space planning.
- 1.2. Establish goals and expected outcomes for open-space planning in consultation with appropriate personnel.
- 1.3. Identify financial and human resource requirements for open-space planning.
- 1.4. Gather information from sources and stakeholders according to relevant legislation.
- 1.5. Analyse and document information gathered.
2. Assess supply of open space.
- 2.1. Identify existing open space and develop a classification system to assess the supply of open space.
- 2.2. Establish criteria for evaluating the open space.
- 2.3. Assess and document requirements for upgrading and improving current open space.
3. Assess demand for open space.
- 3.1. Develop a demographic profile of the open space and identify geographical and location issues.
- 3.2. Determine usage patterns and identify target groups in consultation with user groups.
- 3.3. Determine satisfaction levels of stakeholders and the community in relation to open-space areas.
- 3.4. Analyse information gathered and identify demand.
4. Develop and evaluate options.
- 4.1. Assess the adequacy of the supply of open space against perceived and latent demand.
- 4.2. Identify shortfalls and surplus in open space in consultation with stakeholders.
- 4.3. Develop alternative options where required.
5. Develop a work plan.
- 5.1. Select preferred options.
- 5.2. Develop and document a work plan for open-space planning in consultation with stakeholders and according to relevant legislation.
- 5.3. Develop and document schedule of works.
- 5.4. Obtain necessary approval from appropriate personnel.
- 5.5. Establish evaluation procedures for open-space planning.
6. Implement work plan.
- 6.1. Monitor effectiveness of plan and evaluate relevance to current situation.
- 6.2. Seek feedback from stakeholders and the community.
- 6.3. Make recommendations to appropriate personnel to improve the effectiveness of the plan.
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.
Feasibility study may include:
current and previous expenditure patterns
user satisfaction levels
usage patterns.
Open space may include:
facilities
car parks
natural elements
greenfields area.
Information may include:
planning studies
political environment of organisations
issues papers
demographic profiles.
Sources may include:
grants
schools
service sporting clubs and associations
corporate sponsors
bequests
developer and organisation joint ventures
community groups.
Stakeholders may include:
government bodies
community groups
participants.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety
environmental protection
privacy
anti-discrimination
local laws and by-laws.
Criteria may include:
access
geographical factors
environmental factors
location
quality and characteristics of open space
usage.
Demographic profile may include:
transport routes
distance between areas
topography
proximity to amenities
ecology.
Work plans may include:
objectives
tasks
timeframes
budget
consultation plan.
Schedule of works may include:
priorities
costs
timeframes.
Evaluation procedures may include:
community consultation
surveys
public meetings
market research.
Feasibility study may include:
current and previous expenditure patterns
user satisfaction levels
usage patterns.
Open space may include:
facilities
car parks
natural elements
greenfields area.
Information may include:
planning studies
political environment of organisations
issues papers
demographic profiles.
Sources may include:
grants
schools
service sporting clubs and associations
corporate sponsors
bequests
developer and organisation joint ventures
community groups.
Stakeholders may include:
government bodies
community groups
participants.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety
environmental protection
privacy
anti-discrimination
local laws and by-laws.
Criteria may include:
access
geographical factors
environmental factors
location
quality and characteristics of open space
usage.
Demographic profile may include:
transport routes
distance between areas
topography
proximity to amenities
ecology.
Work plans may include:
objectives
tasks
timeframes
budget
consultation plan.
Schedule of works may include:
priorities
costs
timeframes.
Evaluation procedures may include:
community consultation
surveys
public meetings
market research.
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 ability to:
conduct a feasibility study in consultation with stakeholders to determine requirements and resources for open-space planning
conduct research, planning and consultation to determine open-space supply and demand relevant to sport, fitness and recreation activities in own work environment, and analyse and evaluate information collected to develop a work plan according to organisation policies and procedures and legislative requirements
prioritise competing demands for open space to develop, implement and monitor a work schedule and seek feedback from users and stakeholders on the effectiveness of the work plan
apply effective contingency-management techniques to deal with a range of problems and issues that may arise in relation to competing demands for open space.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
development and implementation of a work plan for open-space planning which reflects local requirements and is of sufficient breadth to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
a regional open space
resources and information on the location
target groups with open-space demands
appropriate persons to gain approvals
resources to undertake the open-space planning
organisational documentation relevant to open-space planning.
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:
observation of interacting with a range of target groups to establish open-space needs
oral and or written questioning to assess knowledge of research and data-collection techniques to conduct a feasibility study
portfolio containing evidence of work plans for open-space planning, feasibility study and research and demographic profiles for open spaces
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing appropriate work performed by the individual.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISXRES505A Achieve sustainable land management.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
conduct a feasibility study in consultation with stakeholders to determine requirements and resources for open-space planning
conduct research, planning and consultation to determine open-space supply and demand relevant to sport, fitness and recreation activities in own work environment, and analyse and evaluate information collected to develop a work plan according to organisation policies and procedures and legislative requirements
prioritise competing demands for open space to develop, implement and monitor a work schedule and seek feedback from users and stakeholders on the effectiveness of the work plan
apply effective contingency-management techniques to deal with a range of problems and issues that may arise in relation to competing demands for open space.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
development and implementation of a work plan for open-space planning which reflects local requirements and is of sufficient breadth to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
a regional open space
resources and information on the location
target groups with open-space demands
appropriate persons to gain approvals
resources to undertake the open-space planning
organisational documentation relevant to open-space planning.
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:
observation of interacting with a range of target groups to establish open-space needs
oral and or written questioning to assess knowledge of research and data-collection techniques to conduct a feasibility study
portfolio containing evidence of work plans for open-space planning, feasibility study and research and demographic profiles for open spaces
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing appropriate work performed by the individual.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISXRES505A Achieve sustainable land management.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C6448 | SRXRES007B | Undertake open space planning | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVC97 | SISXRES001 | Conduct sustainable work practices in open spaces | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D523 | AHC51110 | Diploma of Conservation and Land Management | Qualification |
| J515 | SIS50712 | Diploma of Sport and Recreation Management | Qualification |