Unit of competency Outline
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Conduct games or competitions
Conduct games or competitions
Unit of competency
National Code
SISSOGP301A
SISSOGP301A
State Code
D6605
D6605
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/12/2011
Field of Education
092103 - Sports Coaching, Officiating And Instruction
Original Release Date
22/12/2011
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge to facilitate the outcome of a game or competition according to relevant rules and regulations. It includes the application of strategies to deal with disputes surrounding the outcome of the activity and self-reflection to review and analyse the conduct and outcomes of performance to modify and improve future performances.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Access and interpret rules and regulations.
- 1.1. Identify the rules or regulations which are appropriate for the relevant game or competition.
- 1.2. Interpret and analyse the rules or regulations for the relevant game or competition to promote consistency with national trends for the game or competition.
- 1.3. Clarify rules and regulations with appropriate personnel.
2. Assess game or competition requirements.
- 2.1. Confirm participant status according to game or competition requirements.
- 2.2. Check appropriate documentation prior to commencement of game or competition according to requirements.
- 2.3. Confirm that the environment, facilities and equipment meet game or competition requirements.
- 2.4. Confirm that risk analysis has been completed prior to the commencement of the game or competition according to organisational policies and procedures.
3. Monitor the game or competition.
- 3.1. Maintain ongoing observation of the game or competition according to relevant legislation and best practice principles.
- 3.2. Undertake observation with minimal disruption to the game or competition.
- 3.3. Respond to problems which arise during the game or competition without delay according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
4. Judge performance and outcomes.
- 4.1. Select relevant information on which to base decisions according to rules and regulations.
- 4.2. Judge performance and outcomes according to relevant legislation and best practice principles.
- 4.3. Make decisions promptly within required timeframes and without influence of external sources.
- 4.4. Apply cooperative approach to team judging decisions where appropriate.
- 4.5. Communicate decisions promptly according to rules and regulations for the relevant game or competition and the level of competition.
- 4.6. Manage the reactions of participants to decisions according to organisational policies and procedures.
5. Certify and endorse results.
- 5.1. Document results clearly and accurately within prescribed time frames and according to game or competition rules and regulations.
- 5.2. Cross check results for verification prior to authorisation where required.
6. Deal with disputes.
- 6.1. Identify the causes of conflict.
- 6.2. Select and implement strategies for conflict resolution according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
- 6.3. Explain strategies and procedures for conflict resolution to individuals involved and other relevant stakeholders where appropriate.
- 6.4. Resolve disputes arising from the game or competition promptly.
- 6.5. Record outcomes of dispute according to organisational policies and procedures and competition regulations.
7. Review and modify outcomes.
- 7.1. Review the activity in consultation with appropriate personnel.
- 7.2. Evaluate own performance using self-reflection methods and identify potential improvements for future performances.
- 7.3. Make modifications where required in response to feedback from support personnel and own self-reflection outcomes.
current relevant registration and accreditation
age where applicable
certification requirements
membership.
event
race
carnival
match
game
demonstration
test
performance
trial
try out.
coaches
officials.
rules, regulations and guidelines
standard of facilities and equipment.
fixed pieces of apparatus
individual equipment required to manage the competition
personal protective or non-protective clothing or attire
technical
audiovisual
safety.
risk identification
risk assessment
design of risk elimination or reduction plan
implementation of the plan
constant evaluation and modification of the plan.
occupational health and safety (OHS)
complaints
conflict resolution
reporting and record keeping
communication protocols
decision making processes.
OHS
equal opportunity.
the activity's officials code of conduct
the Australian Sports Commission Officials Code of Conduct
national organisation regulations and guidelines
relevant national, state, territory or local government regulations and guidelines.
infringements
scoring
competitor positioning.
incremental during an event or activity
at completion.
other facility users
coaches
spectators
parents or guardians
peers
media.
queries about decisions
appeals against decisions
abuse towards official and opponent
abuse of equipment.
lack of information
ineffective communication
frustration
provocation
sledging.
identification
avoidance
negotiation.
players
coaches
administrators
parents or guardians
supporters.
disagreement with or questioning of results
official protests
appeals.
diary or journal
mentoring
strengths and weaknesses.
verbal
written
visual
tactile.
age where applicable
certification requirements
membership.
event
race
carnival
match
game
demonstration
test
performance
trial
try out.
coaches
officials.
rules, regulations and guidelines
standard of facilities and equipment.
fixed pieces of apparatus
individual equipment required to manage the competition
personal protective or non-protective clothing or attire
technical
audiovisual
safety.
risk identification
risk assessment
design of risk elimination or reduction plan
implementation of the plan
constant evaluation and modification of the plan.
occupational health and safety (OHS)
complaints
conflict resolution
reporting and record keeping
communication protocols
decision making processes.
OHS
equal opportunity.
the activity's officials code of conduct
the Australian Sports Commission Officials Code of Conduct
national organisation regulations and guidelines
relevant national, state, territory or local government regulations and guidelines.
infringements
scoring
competitor positioning.
incremental during an event or activity
at completion.
other facility users
coaches
spectators
parents or guardians
peers
media.
queries about decisions
appeals against decisions
abuse towards official and opponent
abuse of equipment.
lack of information
ineffective communication
frustration
provocation
sledging.
identification
avoidance
negotiation.
players
coaches
administrators
parents or guardians
supporters.
disagreement with or questioning of results
official protests
appeals.
diary or journal
mentoring
strengths and weaknesses.
verbal
written
visual
tactile.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
utilises knowledge and interpretation of relevant rules, regulations and competition requirements to conduct competitions or games responsibly, safely and ethically
applies effective negotiation and contingency management techniques to deal with problems or disputes that arise during or following the competition or game and makes adjustments in response to changing situations
observes and monitors the progress of the competition or game and makes decisions objectively within required time frames and communicates these to relevant personnel
seeks feedback from stakeholders and evaluates and reflects on own work performance to identify ways in which the conduct of games and competitions and benefits to participants can be improved .
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure the conduct of multiple games or competitions to demonstrate competence and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
a sport sport-specific training or competition setting or environment
participants, equipment and facilities and support personnel in a competition setting or environment
rules and regulations and best practice principles for the relevant competitions or games
current organisational policies and procedures that impact on the conduct of competitions or games.
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 conducting a competition or game with a range of participants, including making and communicating decisions
observation of dealing with contingencies such as disputes during or after the competition or game
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of rules and regulations for the relevant competition or game
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing work performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
sport-specific units of competency.
Guidance information for assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
utilises knowledge and interpretation of relevant rules, regulations and competition requirements to conduct competitions or games responsibly, safely and ethically
applies effective negotiation and contingency management techniques to deal with problems or disputes that arise during or following the competition or game and makes adjustments in response to changing situations
observes and monitors the progress of the competition or game and makes decisions objectively within required time frames and communicates these to relevant personnel
seeks feedback from stakeholders and evaluates and reflects on own work performance to identify ways in which the conduct of games and competitions and benefits to participants can be improved .
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure the conduct of multiple games or competitions to demonstrate competence and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
a sport sport-specific training or competition setting or environment
participants, equipment and facilities and support personnel in a competition setting or environment
rules and regulations and best practice principles for the relevant competitions or games
current organisational policies and procedures that impact on the conduct of competitions or games.
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 conducting a competition or game with a range of participants, including making and communicating decisions
observation of dealing with contingencies such as disputes during or after the competition or game
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of rules and regulations for the relevant competition or game
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing work performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
sport-specific units of competency.
Guidance information for assessment
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C6810 | SRSOGP002A | Apply rules and regulations to conduct games and competitions | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WG032 | SISSSOF202 | Officiate games or competitions | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D442 | SIS40610 | Certificate IV in Sport Development | Qualification |