Elements and Performance Criteria

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:
menu planning and preparation
range of foods.
Principles of nutrition may include:
food groups
dietary guidelines
individual food requirements and allergies.
Contextual issues may include:
weather conditions, including times
season
transport
location
trip distance and duration
group objectives
group size.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety
permits or permission for access
environmental regulations.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
occupational health and safety
use and maintenance of bicycle and equipment
communication protocols
code of ethics.
Hazards may include:
temperature extremes
slippery or unstable terrain
dangerous animals and insects
stinging trees and nettles
dense vegetation
group management hazards.
Obstacles may include:
creeks
tree branches
ruts
logs
rocks
bumps
berms
depressions and pot holes
bridges
drainage grates
loose surface.
Risks may include:
hypothermia
heat exhaustion
injuries
exhaustion
lost party or party member
equipment failure.
Bicycle may include:
cross country mountain bike
full rigid - no suspension
head tail - front suspension only
full suspension
mountain bikes
Correctly proportioned may include:
frame size
saddle position and height
handlebar height and width
distance from saddle to handlebars
position of gears and breaks
suspension set up.
Terrain may include:
easy to intermediate terrain with moderate inclines
sloping terrain
small sections of rocky areas and sand
gravel roads and single tracks
ruts
shallow water crossings, with smooth bottom
small tree roots and logs
man made features.
Equipment may include:
helmet
gloves
protective eyewear
lights
reflectors
bright and protective clothing
bell
hydration system
maps
first aid kit for off-road cycling.
Spares and tools may include:
hanger
tube
tyre levers
puncture repair kit
mini pump
allen keys
multi-tool.
Comfort items may include:
gloves
padded shorts
glasses or goggles.
Load may include:
trailer
roof rack
bike rack.
Riding skills may include:
ascending
descending
controlled line
braking
cornering
changing gears.
Cornering techniques may include:
lofting front wheel
picking your line
braking early
start wide
outside foot down
looking as far ahead as possible
entering wide
cutting to the apex
exiting wide with outside pedal down.
Maintenance may include:
repairing punctures
lubricating chain
cleaning
adjusting gears.
adjusting brakes
cleaning cables.
Relevant aspects may include:
objectives
planning process
activity site
weather
equipment selection
clothing selection
food selection
instructional content
instructional technique
assessment technique
group feedback
directing techniques
rescue techniques employed.

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:
plans equipment and supply requirements according to the conditions
applies riding skills to safely negotiate route and identify and negotiate hazards, obstacles and risks while maintaining personal and group safety
uses tools and spare parts to perform routine and non-routine checks and maintenance on the bicycle to ensure it is correctly proportioned and in safe working order
evaluates and reflects on own off-road cycling performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure participation in multiple off-road cycling activities on easy to intermediate terrain types to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance
Assessment must also ensure access to:
an off-road cycling location with gravel roads, single tracks and easy to intermediate terrain to allow cyclist to demonstrate a variety of techniques
a qualified leader or supervisor
off-road cycling, navigation, tools, spare parts and safety equipment
resources and information to plan and prepare for the activity.
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 hazards, obstacles and risks associated with off-road cycling
observation of safe participation and demonstration of off-road cycling techniques over easy to intermediate terrain
observation of dealing with hazards, obstacles and contingencies, such as bicycle or equipment failure and change in conditions
observation of conducting routine and non-routine bicycle 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:
SISONAV201A Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
SISONAV302A Apply navigation skills in an intermediate environment.