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.
Strengths and weaknesses may relate to:
fitness components:
speed
agility
balance
endurance
strength
power
flexibility
height
weight
ability to successfully implement set team plays
ability to use deception and predication
skills in attack and defence .
Drills, activities may involve:
developing tactical skills through appropriate sequencing of skills
progressive skill acquisition in Rugby League tactics
progressive development of team game strategy
breaking down game strategy and tactical skills
coordinated positional plays
modifying game strategy and tactical skills
warm ups and cool downs
grid work.
Game strategy may involve:
roles of individual players in the game strategy
patterns of play in attack and defence :
up and in
slide
attacking systems of play
defending systems of play
set team plays:
orthodox
unorthodox
varying use of space - concepts of width and depth
situational plays
positions and match-ups
situational kicking in games
percentage football
identifying strengths and weaknesses of opposition game strategies and tactics and development of counter tactics.
Tactics may involve:
attack and defence
impulse plays
use of structured plays
moving the ball wide
tackling types and styles
scrummaging tactics and set plays from a scrum
positional play in line of attack
positional play in defensive line
field positioning to generate a try
field positioning to generate a field goal
use of angles
use of fast or slow paced play-the-balls
plays to maximise weaknesses in opposition team plays
plays to counter strengths in frequently used opposition team plays
counter tactics to diminish or negate opposition player strengths.
Communication systems may include:
calls
hand signals
eye signals
signs
nods
gestures
codes for different plays.
Psychological techniques may include:
goal setting
visualisation
imagery
relaxation techniques
intrinsic motivation
extrinsic motivation
focusing.
Regulations may relate to:
occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation
terms and conditions of permits from land management authorities or local councils
terms and conditions of authorities or permissions from Rugby League clubs or associations
environmental protection regulations.
Policies and procedures may involve:
risk management
safety
management of past, current or recurring injuries and illnesses
conflict resolution
communication protocols
use, care and maintenance of equipment and field
training and scheduling commitments
Australian Sports Commission Harassment-free Sport policy
Australian Sports Commission Junior Sport policy
Australian Rugby League Anti-doping Policy
Australian Rugby League Code of Conduct.
Statistics may include:
playing statistics for own team and opposition
penalties
errors and turnovers
completion rates
tries scored and manner in which tries are scored
tackle counts.

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:
performs tactical skills at an intermediate level which are relevant to positional requirements and conditions on sufficient occasions to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance
utilises knowledge of intermediate level game strategy, tactical Rugby League skills and relevant rules, regulations and policies when playing at an intermediate level
determines strengths and weaknesses of individual players and teams and psychologically prepares to apply tactics and strategies accordingly
communicates appropriately with team members, coach, referees and support staff throughout activities and games, and responds to feedback
reviews own and team's performance to identify strengths and areas requiring improvement or modifications.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must also ensure access to:
Rugby League training and competition facilities
equipment such as senior Rugby League training or match balls, uniforms, appropriate footwear and personal protective equipment
groups of intermediate level Rugby League players to train with and play against
a coach to instruct and address players
support staff, such as physiotherapists and scorers
referees qualified to manage a match using the International Laws of Rugby League
International Laws of Rugby League
current relevant regulation, player policies, procedures and codes that apply to participation in Rugby League game strategy and tactical Rugby League activities.
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 performance of intermediate level Rugby League tactical skills during drills, activities and games
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant rules, regulations and policies and how game strategies and tactics impact on compliant play
evaluation of third-party reports from coaches or referees detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISSRGL201A Use intermediate level Rugby League game skills.
SISSRGL203A Participate in conditioning for Rugby League