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Operate tours in a remote area

Operate tours in a remote area

Unit of competency
National Code
SITTTOP010
State Code
OEC75
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/06/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/10/2022
Field of Education
080701 - Tourism
Original Release Date
18/10/2022
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work on tours visiting remote areas. It requires the ability to use bushcraft and survival skills, operate communications equipment and conduct tours with minimal impact. There is also a focus on the ability to respond to emergency situations.The unit applies to tour operators taking customers to remote areas. Those experiences may be day or extended tours. Individuals working independently in the field, within established organisational procedures undertake this role.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Use bushcraft and survival techniques.
  • 1.1. Identify current remote area hazards, assess risks and action contingency plans to eliminate or control risks.
  • 1.2. Read maps and use navigation and communication equipment.
  • 1.3. Share bushcraft knowledge with participants to enhance tour experiences and use their help as required.
  • 1.4. Use bushcraft and survival techniques 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 for clear transmission.
  • 2.2. Obtain and select correct address to make outgoing communication.
  • 2.3. Operate communications equipment according to organisational procedures and safety requirements.
  • 2.4. Relay and receive messages using appropriate volume, tone and radio call signs and conventions.
  • 2.5. Provide appropriate response and information to caller, and confirm that requests have been actioned.
3. Conduct remote area touring activities with minimal impact.
  • 3.1. Conduct tour to ensure minimal negative environmental impacts and maximum comfort and safety of customers.
  • 3.2. Conduct activities according to any special permit requirements and report incidents to the relevant agency.
  • 3.3. Monitor status of culturally or environmentally sensitive areas and report 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
AWQ96 SITTTOP005 Operate tours in a remote area Unit of competency