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Navigate in tracked environments

Navigate in tracked environments

Unit of competency
National Code
SISOFLD006
State Code
OBF34
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
11/09/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/12/2019
Field of Education
092101 - Sport And Recreation Activities
Original Release Date
13/12/2019
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to navigate in environments which can include tracks or inland rivers according to planned routes.The unit provides skills to navigate in environments where tracks or inland rivers, natural and constructed features are reliably marked on maps. Tracks are distinct, have signage, with route markers at intersections and where the track may become less distinct. Land based tracks could be graded according to the Australian Walking Track Grading System and might include features of grades 2 to 3. This unit applies to any type of organisation that delivers outdoor recreation activities including commercial, not-for-profit and government organisations.It applies to leaders, guides or instructors, who use these skills when leading participants during activities where navigation skills are required.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan for navigation.
  • 1.1. Obtain and become familiar with maps, appropriate for the activity, and features that will assist with navigation at the location.
  • 1.2. Interpret map symbols and information to identify the predetermined route in activity plan.
  • 1.3. Identify planned alternative routes to deal with emergencies or changed conditions.
  • 1.4. Select a compass suitable for basic navigation requirements.
2. Navigate a basic route on land or water.
  • 2.1. Orientate map to surroundings with and without use of a compass.
  • 2.2. Follow the planned route using map, route markers, natural and constructed features and compass to assist.
  • 2.3. Use techniques to estimate distance travelled.
  • 2.4. Identify unfamiliar features in the field using map and compass to maintain route.
  • 2.5. Make minor adjustments to route according to prevailing conditions, and navigate using map, route markers, natural and constructed features, and compass as required.
  • 2.6. Use techniques to determine location.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6419 SISONAV201A Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment Unit of competency