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Use and maintain a temporary or overnight site

Use and maintain a temporary or overnight site

Unit of competency
National Code
SISOOPS202A
State Code
D6429
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
28/11/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/10/2014
Field of Education
092101 - Sport And Recreation Activities
Original Release Date
15/10/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to establish, use and maintain a temporary or overnight site. Temporary sites include sites used for rest stops, overnight camping and emergency shelters.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Make logistical arrangements.
  • 1.1. Access local area knowledge and information, and use it to identify suitable temporary sites.
  • 1.2. Identify factors affecting site selection according to relevant legislation and organisational policiesand procedures.
  • 1.3. Access relevantsources to interpret detailed weather and environmental information.
  • 1.4. Identify hazards and potential human impact practices associated with the activity and apply risk minimisation as advised by the supervisor.
  • 1.5. Identify and plan food and water requirements according to principles of nutrition and the duration of the activity.
  • 1.6. Address perishability of various foods, packaging, cooking and storage considerations when menu planning.
  • 1.7. Identify and plan for emergency food and water requirements.
2. Select equipment.
  • 2.1. Select equipment according to contextual issues and check its serviceability.
  • 2.2. Select personal clothing and footwear, and identify the design and or construction features that make it appropriate.
3. Establish a shelter.
  • 3.1. Arrange a shelter according to the prevailing weather and conditions, and ensure comfort and safety.
  • 3.2. Erect a shelter in a manner to reduce impact on the natural environment according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
4. Maintain a temporary site.
  • 4.1. Take measures to remove or avoid hazards and minimise risk at the temporary site.
  • 4.2. Identify the consequences of unhygienic practices and apply recommended procedures to mitigate potential health risks.
  • 4.3. Clean individual and shared utensils according to organisational policies and procedures.
  • 4.4. Identify and apply sanitation practices appropriate to the site to minimise health problems and environmental impact.
  • 4.5. Pack up and clean area when leaving according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
5. Evaluate the activity.
  • 5.1. Evaluate relevant aspects of using and maintaining an overnight site.
  • 5.2. Identify improvements for future overnight stays.
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.
Information may include:
maps and charts
guide books
land managers and agencies.
Temporary sites may include:
rest stops
activity sites
temporary or overnight shelter.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety
permits or permission for access
environmental regulations
marine regulations.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
occupational health and safety
use and maintenance of equipment
camp fire regulations
emergency procedures
code of ethics.
Relevant sources may include:
Bureau of Meteorology
media
land managers or agencies
local knowledge.
Weather and environmental information may include:
satellite images
daily and weekly forecasts
maximum and minimum temperatures
weather warnings
event warnings
river levels
synoptic charts
high and low tide predictions.
Hazards may include:
temperature extremes
slippery or unstable terrain
dangerous animals and insects
stinging trees and nettles
dense vegetation
group management hazards.
Human impact may include:
pollution
physical damage
alteration to the environment
visual
noise
damage to cultural heritage
crowding.
Risk may include:


hypothermia
frostbite
dehydration
heat exhaustion
hyperthermia
injuries and illness
insect bites and stings
food poisoning
lost party or party member
falling trees and branches.
Food and water requirements may include:
menu planning and preparation
range of foods:
perishability
packaging
storage
cooking methods.
Principles of nutrition may include:
food groups
dietary guidelines
essential nutrients
food preparation:
methods of cooking
safe food handling and hygiene practices
individual food requirements and allergies.
Equipment may include:
torch
tent
poles
tarp
sleeping bag
cooking system and utensils
pots and pans
ropes
plastic bags for rubbish
first aid kit
activity-specific equipment.
Contextual issues may include:
weather conditions, including times
season
transport
location
trip distance and duration
group objectives
group size.
Shelter may include:
tents
bivvies
snow caves
lean-to
mobile trailers and vans.
Impact on natural environment may include:
soil
plants
water
geology
wildlife.
Pack up may include:
gather all rubbish for removal
wipe or clean gear.
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:
makes logistical arrangements based on knowledge of the area and selects equipment and supply requirements according to the conditions and duration of the activity
applies camping techniques and adapts to contingencies that may arise, such as sudden change of weather
takes precautions to maintain physical well being of self and group, such as hygiene and sanitation procedures to prevent contamination and illnesses
evaluates and reflects on performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure establishment, use and maintenance of a temporary or overnight site on multiple occasions to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
resources and information regarding site to plan logistical arrangements
a suitable outdoor location
appropriate camping equipment.
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 planning logistical arrangements for the activity
oral and or written questioning and reports to assess knowledge in relation to human impact on the environment
observation of establishing and maintaining an overnight shelter
observation of dealing with contingencies, such as repairing and or improvising on items of essential equipment in the case of breakage or loss.
written and or verbal self evaluation.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISOOPS201A Minimise environmental impact
Activity-specific units requiring the use and maintenance of a temporary or overnight site.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C6242 SROOPS006B Use and maintain a temporary or overnight site Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBF38 SISOFLD003 Select, set up and operate a temporary or overnight site Unit of competency