Act as a marshal at motor sport events

Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
22/07/2026 1:48 AM AWST

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Unit of competency

National Code
AURMDA005

State Code
AXC22

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

Description

This unit describes the performance outcomes required to perform the assigned duties of a marshal at a motor sport event. It involves pre-event preparation, and carrying out general or assigned duties, such as paddock marshal, assembly marshal, grid marshal, pit marshal, communications marshal, course marshal or sector marshal. It requires the ability to observe event conditions and activities in own area of responsibility and correctly apply rules and regulations to ensure safety and compliance.It applies to those working in the motor sport industry. The unit does not apply to the role of a flag marshal.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 Event documentation is read and interpreted, including category rules and supplementary regulations
1.2 Personal documentation is checked to ensure it is current and suitable
1.3 Personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements are identified, prepared and checked for safe and operational condition
1.4 Conditions on the day are prepared for
1.5 Pre-race briefing session is attended and own role and responsibilities are 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 Allocated post and required equipment are set up according to category rules and supplementary regulations
2.4 Communication system is checked for operation according to manufacturer procedures, category rules and supplementary regulations

3. Carry out marshalling duties

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, signals or announcements are responded to according to category rules and supplementary regulations
3.3 Emergency situations are responded to according to category rules and supplementary regulations and within limits of own authority
3.4 Participant reactions to decisions are managed and conflict situations dealt with according to category rules and supplementary regulations
3.5 Incidents and observations from event are recorded for inclusion in the final report according to category rules and supplementary regulations

4. Complete work processes

4.1 Equipment, including 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 final report is prepared for chief marshal according to category rules and supplementary regulations
4.4 Post-meeting debriefing session is attended

No information

Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
WF256	AURMDA3005	Act as a marshal 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