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Communicate using flags and signals at motor sport events

Communicate using flags and signals at motor sport events

Unit of competency
National Code
AURMDA006
State Code
AXC21
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/04/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/07/2016
Field of Education
092103 - Sports Coaching, Officiating And Instruction
Original Release Date
13/07/2016
Nominal Hours
5
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes required to communicate with competitors, officials and other personnel at a motor sport event, using flags and other signalling methods. It involves pre-event preparation and communicating with motor sport event officials using flags and signalling methods according to event rules and regulations. It requires the ability to observe race and track conditions and correctly apply signalling conventions to communicate warnings, alerts and other information.It applies to those working in the motor sport industry.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Make pre-event preparations
  • 1.1 Job requirements are determined from event organisation documentation, including category rules and supplementary regulations
  • 1.2 Personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements are identified and prepared and checked for serviceability
  • 1.3 Conditions on the day are prepared for
  • 1.4 Pre-event briefing session is attended, and own role and responsibilities confirmed
2. Prepare allocated post
  • 2.1 Location of allocated post is confirmed and other team members are identified
  • 2.2 Location is assessed for risks and emergency escape route is planned according to category rules, supplementary regulations and safety requirements
  • 2.3 Type of communication to be used is confirmed
  • 2.4 Flag set is checked to ensure it is complete and flags are laid out ready for use, or signal lights are checked for correct operation
  • 2.5 Signal boards and related equipment are checked and prepared for operation
  • 2.6 Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
  • 2.7 Communication system is checked for operation according to manufacturer procedures, category rules and supplementary regulations
3. Use flags and signals during event
  • 3.1 Communication is maintained with chief marshal and other official personnel as required and according to category rules and supplementary regulations
  • 3.2 Event conditions are monitored and flags and signals responded to and used as required according to category rules and supplementary regulations
  • 3.3 Incidents and observations from event are recorded for inclusion in written report according to category rules and supplementary regulations
4. Complete work processes
  • 4.1 Communication equipment is checked, maintained and returned according to category rules and supplementary regulations
  • 4.2 Marshalling post is cleaned and secured
  • 4.3 Written report is prepared for chief marshal according to category rules and supplementary regulations
  • 4.4 Post-meeting debriefing session is attended
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF257 AURMDA3006 Communicate using flags and signals in a motorsport event Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BAC7 AUR30916 Certificate III in Motor Sport Technology Qualification
BFY6 AUR30920 Certificate III in Motor Sport Technology Qualification