Elements and Performance Criteria

Relevant compliance documentation may include:
legislative, organisational and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer’s guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Maps may include:

topographic
aerial photographs
digital maps
Symbols and information may include:

grid lines and numbers
contour lines
magnetic variation
scale
map legend
topographic features
Navigation data sheetinformation may include:

grid reference points
grid and magnetic bearings
distances
estimated travelling times
height gain/loss
gradient
identifiable features
escape routes
Sources of information may include:

guide books
local inhabitants
peers/local clubs
digital resources
Potential hazards may include:

river crossings and rising water levels
open water crossings
cliff lines
wet and slippery rocks
extreme heat
extreme cold
fog and mist
snow
severe storms/squalls
strong winds
heavy rain
man-made features
Other contextual issues may include:

navigation and activity-specific abilities
available clothing, equipment and resources
fitness levels
type of terrain or features of the location/access and escape routes
number of people travelling
natural protection or shelter
Unmodified landscapes align to Class 6 Tracks within the Australian standard for Walking Tracks AS 2156.1. Standards Australia 2001, and may include those where:

there are no modifications to the natural surface or the natural environment so that track alignment is indistinct
there is no clearance along the track
signage is generally not provided
there may include steep sections of unmodified surfaces and other terrain and man-made hazards
the track is not managed for public risk
there is an appreciable risk of onset of poor visibility
Obstacles may include:

thick vegetation
drops and climbs
marshes and bogs
fog
rivers, lakes and dams
Distance estimations may include:

pacing
time
Navigation techniques may include:

use of compass
linear features/point features
attack points
aiming off
collecting features
spiral search
sweep search
back-bearings and resections
use of Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
use of stars and sun
use of natural features

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
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for navigating in remote or trackless areas
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of remote or trackless area navigation
working with others to undertake and complete the navigation of remote or trackless areas that meets all of the required outcomes
consistent timely completion of remote or trackless area navigation that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances.
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.
Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge
observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
implementation of appropriate requirement, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes
consistent achievement of required outcomes
first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to undertake and complete the navigation of remote or trackless areas
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.