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Workbook – Scout Common Core Part A

Course number: ............................................................................................. Course venue: ................................................................................................. Course Leader: ............................................................................................... Course date(s): ...............................................................................................

Scout Common Core Part A

Module: Plan outdoor recreation activities Module: Minimise environmental impact Module: Plan for minimal environmental impact Module: Interpret weather conditions in the field Module: Guide outdoor recreation sessions Module: Facilitate groups

Candidate’s personal details: My Name: …………………………………………………………………………………............. My Branch: ……………….. My Membership No: ………………… My Scouting Role: …………………………………………. Mobile: …………………… Email: …………………………… Address: …………………………………………………………. Assessment summary Not

satisfactory Satisfactory

1: Questions / discussion (summative): Plan for minimum environmental impact 2: Questions / discussion (summative) - Interpreting weather conditions in the field 3: Questions / discussion (summative) - Planning outdoor recreation activities 4: Questions / discussion (summative) – Facilitating Groups 5: Questions / discussion (summative) - Guiding outdoor recreation sessions 6: Exercise (summative) - Contingency plans - Non routine situations 7: Weather activity (summative): Collect, record & interpret weather 8: Planning Exercise (summative) - Plan an outdoor recreation activity 9: Evaluation checklist (Summative): Guiding an outdoor recreation session 10: Activity observation checklist (summative): Implementing minimal impact plan 11: Facilitating observation checklist (summative): Facilitate a group 12: Guiding observation checklist (Summative): Guiding a session 13: Logbook (summative) Scout module requirements are complete

Supervisor Name: Signature: Date:

The candidate satisfies the requirements for the above modules and is considered to be proficient. Scout Assessor / Instructor Name: …………………………… Assessor No: ……….. & Instructor No: ……….. Signature: …………………………................................... Date: ………..

Candidate’s Statement of Acceptance I accept the assessment decision and agree that the process was valid and fair. OR I wish to appeal the assessment decision: Candidate’s signature: .................................................................. Date: ......................

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ASSESSMENT RESULT SHEET


Scouts Common Core Part A Plan outdoor recreation activities Candidate’s personal details: My Name: …………………………………………………………………………………............. My Branch: ……………….. My Membership No: ………………… My Scouting Role: …………………………………………. Mobile: …………………… Email: …………………………… Address: …………………………………………………………. Based on my observations and from verified information available, the candidates listed above can:

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1 Identify participant needs and expectations 1.1 Consult with participants to determine session’s aims and objectives and preferences.

1.2 Identify any special requirements according to participants needs 1.3 Advise participants of any reasons why they should not participate in the activities. 1.4 Recommend participants seek external assistance where appropriate. 2 Prepare a plan for an outdoor activity 2.1 Identify a range of information sources and gather relevant information to plan an outdoor activity according to organisational policies and procedures.

2.2 Identify equipment and resources appropriate for the activity 2.3 Consult with colleagues to identify activity objectives. 2.4 Design an activity plan to meet the identified needs and abilities of participants according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

2.5 Seek agreement on the plan from colleagues, participants and organisations as required.

2.6 Complete appropriate documentation. 3 Coordinate and allocate activity resources 3.1 Evaluate the suitability of sites or locations and select according to activity objectives and organisational policies and procedures.

3.2 Confirm selection of sites or location with colleagues and participants. 3.3 Identify and check availability of equipment appropriate for the activity and participants needs and abilities according to organisational policies and procedures.

3.4 Organise and confirm availability of appropriate resource requirements for the activity in consultation with appropriate staff, support personnel, organisations and participants.

4 Identify and document contingency plans 4.1 Identify potential non-routine situations that may arise during the activity. 4.2 Identify current equipment and resources that can be improvised to address non-routine

4.3 Identify means to acquire new or additional resources if required. 4.4 Modify the activity plan, as required, to accommodate the use of improvised equipment

The candidate has provided the following portfolio of evidence: 1: Questions / discussion (summative): Plan for minimum environmental impact 2: Questions / discussion (summative) - Interpreting weather conditions in the field 3: Questions / discussion (summative) - Planning outdoor recreation activities 6: Exercise (summative) - Contingency plans - Non routine situations 7: Weather activity (summative): Collect, record & interpret weather 8: Planning Exercise (summative) - Plan an outdoor recreation activity 9: Evaluation checklist (Summative): Guiding an outdoor recreation session 10: Activity observation checklist (summative): Implementing minimal impact plan


11: Facilitating observation checklist (summative): Facilitate a group 12: Guiding observation checklist (Summative): Guiding a session 13: Logbook (summative) The candidate satisfies the requirements for the above module and is considered to be proficient. Scout Assessor / Instructor Name: …………………………… Scout Assessor No: ……….. & Instructor No: ……….. Signature: …………………………................................... Date: ………..




Scouts Common Core Part A Minimise environmental impact Candidate’s personal details: My Name: …………………………………………………………………………………............. My Branch: ……………….. My Membership No: ………………… My Scouting Role: …………………………………………. Mobile: …………………… Email: …………………………… Address: …………………………………………………………. Based on my observations and from verified information available, the candidates listed above can: Not


1. Determine the environmental impacts of outdoor recreation activities

1.1 Identify the impacts caused by participation in specific outdoor recreation activities

1.2 Determine the possible causes of these impacts

1.3 Identify the consequences of the impact on the environment

1.4 Source and analyse information on key organisational practices and procedures used to reduce the environmental impact

2. Adopt minimal impact practices

2.1 Follow instructions of relevant personnel to apply minimal impact environmental practices and procedures during outdoor activities

2.2 Use equipment in a manner that reduces impact on the natural environment

2.3 Demonstrate appropriate behaviour toward the environment when interacting with staff and participants

2.4 Utilise heritage or cultural sites according to relevant legislation and or directions from relevant personnel

2.5 Report inappropriate environmental practices to relevant personnel The candidate has provided the following portfolio of evidence: 1: Questions / discussion (summative): Plan for minimum environmental impact 2: Questions / discussion (summative) - Interpreting weather conditions in the field 3: Questions / discussion (summative) - Planning outdoor recreation activities 4: Questions / discussion (summative) – Facilitating Groups 5: Questions / discussion (summative) - Guiding outdoor recreation sessions 6: Exercise (summative) - Contingency plans - Non routine situations 7: Weather activity (summative): Collect, record & interpret weather 8: Planning Exercise (summative) - Plan an outdoor recreation activity 9: Evaluation checklist (Summative): Guiding an outdoor recreation session 10: Activity observation checklist (summative): Implementing minimal impact plan 11: Facilitating observation checklist (summative): Facilitate a group 12: Guiding observation checklist (Summative): Guiding a session 13: Logbook (summative) The candidate satisfies the requirements for the above module and is considered to be proficient. Scout Assessor / Instructor Name: …………………………… Scout Assessor No: ……….. & Instructor No: ……….. Signature: …………………………................................... Date: ………..




Scouts Common Core Part A Plan for minimal environmental impact Candidate’s personal details: My Name: …………………………………………………………………………………............. My Branch: ……………….. My Membership No: ………………… My Scouting Role: …………………………………………. Mobile: …………………… Email: …………………………… Address: …………………………………………………………. Based on my observations and from verified information available, the candidates listed above can: Not


1 Identify interrelationships between the natural environment and human activity 1.1 Source information on ecological systems and their interrelationship to the activity setting. 1.2 Determine human impact of outdoor activity on ecological systems and their interrelationships

1.3 Consult with appropriate authorities to identify sensitive areas within the setting 1.4 Liaise with stakeholders to identify parameters of use. 1.5 Identify implications of parameters of use for planning of activities within the setting. 2 Prepare a minimal impact plan for the activity and setting 2.1 Analyse current environmental management strategies for the site 2.2 Identify and assess the characteristics of the setting according to the proposed activity. 2.3 Identify other uses of the setting, the relationship to current management strategies and the implications for offering appropriate recreation opportunities.

2.4 Identify minimal impact practices and procedures to reduce impact on the natural environment according to relevant legislation and organisational minimal impact policies

2.5 Develop and document a minimal impact plan for the activity according to relevant legislation and resource management principles for the setting.

3 Implement and monitor minimal impact plan 3.1 Explain aims of minimal impact plan to activity participants. 3.2 Communicate unique aspects of the setting and specific impacts likely to occur during an activity to participants in the activity.

3.3 Conduct activities according to minimal impact plan, legislation and organisational policies 3.4 Monitor effectiveness of minimal impact plan. 4 Evaluate minimal impact practices 4.1 Identify techniques to determine the nature and degree of impact. 4.2 Evaluate the effectiveness of personal minimal impact practices using basic techniques. 4.3 Modify impact reduction strategies, where necessary, after evaluation The candidate has provided the following portfolio of evidence: 1: Questions / discussion (summative): Plan for minimum environmental impact 2: Questions / discussion (summative) - Interpreting weather conditions in the field 3: Questions / discussion (summative) - Planning outdoor recreation activities 7: Weather activity (summative): Collect, record & interpret weather 8: Planning Exercise (summative) - Plan an outdoor recreation activity 9: Evaluation checklist (Summative): Guiding an outdoor recreation session 10: Activity observation checklist (summative): Implementing minimal impact plan 12: Guiding observation checklist (Summative): Guiding a session 13: Logbook (summative) The candidate satisfies the requirements for the above module and is considered to be proficient. Scout Assessor / Instructor Name: …………………………… Scout Assessor No: ……….. & Instructor No: ……….. Signature: …………………………................................... Date: ………..




Scouts Common Core Part A Interpret weather conditions in the field Candidate’s personal details: My Name: …………………………………………………………………………………............. My Branch: ……………….. My Membership No: ………………… My Scouting Role: …………………………………………. Mobile: …………………… Email: …………………………… Address: …………………………………………………………. Based on my observations and from verified information available, the candidates listed above can: Not


1 Interpret information from a weather map 1.1 Identify characteristics of map types and their different uses. 1.2 Identify weather map symbols and associated weather and environmental conditions 1.3 Outline and justify a weather prediction for a 48 hour period for a specific region using information gained from weather maps and forecasts.

2 Collect and record weather and environmental information in a specific region 2.1 Identify sources of relevant weather and environmental information 2.2 Identify major cloud types and altitude level. 2.3 Collect weather and environmental information at regular intervals for specific area 5 days. 2.4 Record weather data and identify patterns. 2.5 Compare and identify the differences between current weather conditions and a current weather forecast.

2.6 Identify the possible effects of landforms on weather conditions. 2.7 Identify and explain season variations in weather patterns for a specific area. 2.8 Outline differences between large scale and localised weather conditions for a specific area. 3 Interpret weather and environmental information for outdoor activities at a specific location

3.1 Determine the suitability and limitations of the activity in relation to the current local weather conditions and forecast.

3.2 Identify strategies to ensure the safety and well being of individuals and or group in weather conditions according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

3.3 Identify weather conditions associated with the onset of life threatening weather hazards. 3.4 Identify characteristics of life threatening weather hazards and their possible impact on recreational activities.

3.5 Respond appropriately to life threatening weather hazards to ensure safety of participants The candidate has provided the following portfolio of evidence: 1: Questions / discussion (summative): Plan for minimum environmental impact 2: Questions / discussion (summative) - Interpreting weather conditions in the field 3: Questions / discussion (summative) - Planning outdoor recreation activities 5: Questions / discussion (summative) - Guiding outdoor recreation sessions 6: Exercise (summative) - Contingency plans - Non routine situations 7: Weather activity (summative): Collect, record & interpret weather 8: Planning Exercise (summative) - Plan an outdoor recreation activity 9: Evaluation checklist (Summative): Guiding an outdoor recreation session 10: Activity observation checklist (summative): Implementing minimal impact plan 12: Guiding observation checklist (Summative): Guiding a session 13: Logbook (summative) The candidate satisfies the requirements for the above module and is considered to be proficient. Scout Assessor / Instructor Name: ……………………………

Scout Assessor No: ……….. & Instructor No: ………..

Signature: …………………………................................... Date: ………..




Scouts Common Core Part A Facilitate groups Candidate’s personal details: My Name: …………………………………………………………………………………............. My Branch: ……………….. My Membership No: ………………… My Scouting Role: …………………………………………. Mobile: …………………… Email: …………………………… Address: …………………………………………………………. Based on my observations and from verified information available, the candidates listed above can: Not


1 Plan for the establishment of a group 1.1 Identify the activity goals of the individuals and group. 1.2 Identify group dynamics and potential barriers to group development and performance. 1.3 Establish a group performance plan to meet needs and activity outcomes 2 Develop group commitment and cooperation 2.1 Develop group effectiveness through active participation of all group members. 2.2 Establish systems and mechanisms to monitor and review group development and performance.

2.3 Develop and implement strategies to reduce and eliminate barriers. 2.4 Demonstrate use of open communication to establish trust, confidence and ownership in group decision-making, feedback and problem-solving processes.

3 Facilitate group processes and performance 3.1 Demonstrate use of collaborative approaches to develop effective working relationships. 3.2 Facilitate individual and collective engagement while maintaining group cohesion. 3.3 Devolve responsibility and accountability to group members, where appropriate to the activity context, program aims and group members’ abilities.

3.4 Implement effective conflict-resolution strategies where appropriate. 3.5 Demonstrate routine use of inclusive communication strategies. 3.6 Monitor the performance of group members using established review systems The candidate has provided the following portfolio of evidence: 1: Questions / discussion (summative): Plan for minimum environmental impact 2: Questions / discussion (summative) - Interpreting weather conditions in the field 3: Questions / discussion (summative) - Planning outdoor recreation activities 4: Questions / discussion (summative) – Facilitating Groups 5: Questions / discussion (summative) - Guiding outdoor recreation sessions 6: Exercise (summative) - Contingency plans - Non routine situations 7: Weather activity (summative): Collect, record & interpret weather 8: Planning Exercise (summative) - Plan an outdoor recreation activity 9: Evaluation checklist (Summative): Guiding an outdoor recreation session 10: Activity observation checklist (summative): Implementing minimal impact plan 11: Facilitating observation checklist (summative): Facilitate a group 12: Guiding observation checklist (Summative): Guiding a session 13: Logbook (summative) The candidate satisfies the requirements for the above module and is considered to be proficient. Scout Assessor / Instructor Name: …………………………… Scout Assessor No: ……….. & Instructor No: ……….. Signature: …………………………................................... Date: ………..




Scouts Common Core Part A Guide outdoor recreation sessions Candidate’s personal details: My Name: …………………………………………………………………………………............. My Branch: ……………….. My Membership No: ………………… My Scouting Role: …………………………………………. Mobile: …………………… Email: …………………………… Address: …………………………………………………………. Based on my observations and from verified information available, the candidates listed above can: Not


1 Access the session plan 1.1 Confirm the aim of the session with relevant staff. 1.2 Confirm participant needs and special requirements 1.3 Confirm logistical arrangements with relevant staff according to relevant legislation. 1.4 Clarify points that are not clear with relevant staff. 1.5 Confirm arrangements and resources with appropriate staff, organisations and participants. 1.6 Assess and confirm that specific risks are within acceptable limits. 2 Prepare participants for the session 2.1 Conduct relevant assessments to determine the condition of participants in consultation with relevant support personnel according to organisational policies and procedures and relevant legislation.

2.2 Communicate instructions and relevant information to participants in a suitable manner. 2.3 Check aspects of participants’ dress or equipment which may be unsuitable for session. 2.4 Issue equipment, modify and or check condition for use by different participant groups. 3 Lead the group and monitor progress 3.1 Provide and reinforce direction and advice to the group during the session. 3.2 Demonstrate appropriate and safe techniques according to the proposed session. 3.3 Identify and monitor potential hazards during the session and take action as required according to organisational policies and procedures.

3.4 Monitor individual participant's performance and safety and provide feedback on techniques 3.5 Implement appropriate modifications to the session in response to changing conditions. 3.6 Encourage feedback and questioning from group members. 3.7 Respond to emergency or non routine situations according to organisational policies and procedures

4 Conclude the session 4.1 Collect and check issued equipment for damage and wear according to organisational policies

4.2 Provide participants the opportunity to give feedback and identify further needs. 4.3 Return the environment or facility to a condition acceptable for future use. 4.4 Supervise participants‟ departure in a manner appropriate to the situation. 5 Evaluate the session 5.1 Determine areas and methods of evaluation. 5.2 Acknowledge feedback from participants and other staff. 5.3 Identify areas where session could be improved and ways of obtaining this improvement. The candidate has provided the following portfolio of evidence: 1: Questions / discussion (summative): Plan for minimum environmental impact 2: Questions / discussion (summative) - Interpreting weather conditions in the field 3: Questions / discussion (summative) - Planning outdoor recreation activities 4: Questions / discussion (summative) – Facilitating Groups 5: Questions / discussion (summative) - Guiding outdoor recreation sessions 6: Exercise (summative) - Contingency plans - Non routine situations 8: Planning Exercise (summative) - Plan an outdoor recreation activity


9: Evaluation checklist (Summative): Guiding an outdoor recreation session 10: Activity observation checklist (summative): Implementing minimal impact plan 11: Facilitating observation checklist (summative): Facilitate a group 12: Guiding observation checklist (Summative): Guiding a session 13: Logbook (summative) The candidate satisfies the requirements for the above module and is considered to be proficient. Scout Assessor / Instructor Name: …………………………… Scout Assessor No: ……….. & Instructor No: ……….. Signature: …………………………................................... Date: ………..

Information regarding VET Assessment: On successful completion of Scouts Australia Adult Training & Development modules in Adventurous Activities, candidates may apply to the Scouts Australia Institute of Training (SAIT - RTO # 5443) for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for units of competence from the SIS10 Sport, Fitness and Recreation Training Package. Candidates will need to request an RPL pre enrolment checklist from their Branch Training Administration Officer. The RPL assessment process will normally occur when sufficient modules have been completed to provide evidence towards Guide and/or Instructor Skill Sets, or for full qualifications at the Certificate II, Certificate III and/or Certificate IV levels. Successful completion of the modules included in the Scout Common Core Part A may provide evidence towards the RPL of the following units of competence:

• SISOODR302A: Plan outdoor recreation activities • SISOOPS201A: Minimise environmental impact • SISOOPS304A: Plan for minimal environmental impact • SISOOPS306A: Interpret weather conditions in the field • SISOODR303A: Guide outdoor recreation sessions • SISXCAI306A: Facilitate groups

Appointing your Supervisor: All Supervisors must hold the units that they are supervising. Supervisor for Common Core part A can be a leader who has any of the following appointments:

• Scout Association Guide with considerable experience in the candidate’s specialty adventurous activity • Scout Association Instructor • A person with an industry registration e.g. NOLRS registered Guide or Instructor

Supervisor’s Details: The course Instructor appointed this person as the candidate’s Supervisor and mentor: Supervisor’s name: …………………………………………………………………………………................................................... Supervisor’s qualifications: …………………………………………………………………………………..................................... Membership No: ………………… Scouting Role: …………………………………………........................................................... Contact: Mobile: ……………………....................... Email: …………………………….........................................................

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Note about Candidate’s evidence portfolio and post-course project Assessments 1 to 6 in this workbook should be completed during the training course.

Assessments 7 to 12 in this workbook are completed post course as a project: Plan and deliver an outdoor recreation activity / event in your specialist activity area. The event/project will be observed by either the course Instructor or an appointed Supervisor who should be at least Guide appointment in the activity area. Assessments 7 to 12 will be assessed during delivery of this project. 7: Weather activity (summative): Collect, record & interpret weather 8: Planning Exercise (summative) - Plan an outdoor recreation activity 9: Evaluation checklist (Summative): Guiding an outdoor recreation session 10: Activity observation checklist (summative): Implementing minimal impact plan 11: Facilitating observation checklist (summative): Facilitate a group 12: Guiding observation checklist (Summative): Guiding a session Relevant risk analysis and OHS assessments from Scouts Common Core part B1 can be linked to the same event/project: Assessing relevant guide module: For the specialty activity area chosen for the project, one guide level module can be assessed as well: e.g. if the project is a bushwalking activity in a controlled environment, the course Scout Bushwalking Guide, is the appropriate module to be assessed. Only one activity specific guide module can be assessed with the each project.

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Assessment 1: Questions / discussion (summative): Planning for minimum environmental impact

Questions Candidate’s answers Understanding the outdoor environment 1 An ecosystem consists of all the organisms

living and non-living physical components in a particular area. List 8 living and non-living things that make up this biological community?

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2 Within ecosystems are food webs. What is a food web?

3 Explain what happens when habitat is destroyed?

4 Where would you find information about a particular environment that you are planning to use for recreation and what information are you looking for?

5 If you found that you have planned to participate in an area with fragile environments and/or threatened species, what action will you take?

6 A manager’s role is to protect the land asset they manage by limiting the impact from use which requires a variety of environmental management practices and strategies. List 6 practices or strategies that a NP Ranger or a Scout camp manager might implement to protect the environment they manage?

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7 For Aboriginal people, cultural heritage and cultural practices are part of both the past and the present and that cultural heritage is kept alive and strong by being part of everyday life. Explain what Aboriginal cultural heritage is?

8 When planning an outdoor activity, what action will you take regarding Aboriginal cultural heritage?

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Managing environmental impact 9 A Scout takes care of the environment. List 3

ways that Scouting adopts and models this Law?

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10 When planning and delivering our programs, there are strategies and techniques we should use every time to manage concerns and the degree of environmental impact we make. One is to have the right attitude to before and during the activity. List another 5?

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11 List 8 ways that human impact during outdoor

recreational activity can impact on and cause alteration to ecological systems?

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8 12 When planning outdoor recreation activities,

there is a need to minimise environmental impact while still delivering recreation programs that are exciting and fun. Before we prepare a minimum impact plan, what information do we need and where will we find it?

13 List 5 actions you will take to manage and monitor environmental impact during an activity?

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Evaluating environmental impact practices 14 At the completion of an outdoor

activity/program, list 3 actions you might take to evaluate the success of the minimum impact plan?

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15 The candidate demonstrated planning for minimum environmental impact skills and knowledge and is considered satisfactory Supervisor’s Name: ................................... Signature: …………………………… Date: …......

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Assessment 2: Questions / discussion (summative): Interpreting weather conditions in the field Questions Candidate’s answers Weather maps 1 Explain what the following types

of weather maps are used for: • Prognosis maps • Analysis maps

Prognosis maps Analysis maps

2 What sort of information and conditions are provided by meteorological data? Humidity trends are one. List another 5.

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3 When developing an outdoor activity plan, what sort of weather and environmental information are you looking for? List 5.

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5 4 Explain what a low pressure

system is and draw a sketch of how it might look on a weather map in the southern hemisphere?

5 What is a front on a weather chart and what weather changes could be predicted when a front is heading your way?

Weather and environmental information

6 Climate is what you expect; weather is what you get. Explain what climate is and what is its relationship to weather?

7 List 5 sources of information for up to date weather information?

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5 8 If you saw cumulonimbus clouds

heading your way, what would you see and what would you predict?

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9 When collecting and recording

weather and environmental information for a particular locality so that weather predictions can be made, what data should be collected? List 6 items.

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10 The topography of a region can have a significant influence on climate and weather. Explain how The Great Dividing Range has effect on climate and weather?

11 Again thinking about topographical influences, what difference is made to the weather by air passing over dry inland plains or over extended areas of water?

Interpret weather information in the field

12 List 4 ways a change in weather might be determined while participating in an activity in the field?

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4 13 What are some of the limiting

factors regarding participants and an outdoor activity that will need to be considered when planning in relation to very hot dry summer weather? Availability of drinking water might be one. List 4 others.

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14 List 6 weather hazards that would influence a hasty change to an outdoor activity, what could be the effect on the activity, and what immediate actions will you take?

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The candidate demonstrated interpreting weather conditions in the field skills and knowledge and is considered satisfactory Supervisor’s Name: ................................... Signature: …………………………… Date: …......

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Assessment 3: Questions / discussion (summative): Planning outdoor recreation activities

Questions Candidate’s answers Client needs and expectations 1 What information about the

client group do you need to known to assist with planning the activity? List 8:

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2 List 6 outcomes or objectives that could be achieved by an outdoor adventurous activities program:

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Prepare a plan 3 Outdoor adventurous activities

programs must work within certain legislation, standards and policies frameworks. List 6 of these that would apply:

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4 Considering risks and WHS issues, list 8 areas or items that must be considered and included in the planning process.

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5 Besides participating in the activity, what other needs must be planned to look after the welfare of the client? Shelter from the weather is one. List 6 others.

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Coordination 6 One action in preparation for

the activity would be to check that the equipment is suitable and in good condition. List 8 other actions that should be planned to take place in preparation prior to an adventurous outdoor activity commencing.

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Planning for non-routine situations

7 What preparation and planning is

needed to be able to deal with emergencies that might occur during an adventurous activity session? List 4.

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The candidate demonstrated planning outdoor recreation activities skills and knowledge and is considered satisfactory Supervisor’s Name: ................................... Signature: …………………………… Date: …......

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Assessment 4: Questions / discussion (summative): Facilitating Groups Questions Candidate’s answers A facilitator is someone who helps a group of people understand their common objectives and

assists them to plan to achieve them without taking a particular position in the discussion. Planning to establish a group 1 The facilitator will try to assist the

group in achieving a consensus on any disagreements that pre-exist or emerge. What is consensus?

2 A facilitator enables groups to work more effectively; to collaborate and achieve synergy. What is synergy?

3 A facilitator help a group move through the 5 stages of group formation:

1. Forming 2. Norming 3. Storming 4. Performing 5. Adjourning

Briefly explain each of these stages and how the group members are interacting during the stage.

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4 Group dynamics is a system of attitudes, behaviours and processes occurring within a group. Trust is one. List 5 more.

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5 Sometimes there are barriers to a group achieving synergy. Poorly defined roles and responsibilities is one barrier. List 4 more.

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Develop group commitment and cooperation

6 Team building activities are A facilitator will often included team building activities at the start of a program. Briefly describe the concept of team building activities and what they achieve?

7 Briefing by the facilitator is to inform and establish the framework for the adventure experience. A briefing will normally start with who’s who and their roles they have. What else could you expect in a briefing? List 5.

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8 To encourage a group to achieve their goals, a facilitator will use empowerment. Define empower and how is it achieved?

9 Why is debriefing an important mechanism and how is it done?

Facilitate group processes and performance

10 A facilitator who wants to work with participants rather than manage participants will use a collaborative facilitation approach. Defining roles and responsibilities is one part of this approach. List 4 more ways this can be achieved?

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11 Effective group processes includes devolving responsibility and accountability to the group members where appropriate. This process includes working with the participants and treating them with dignity and respect. What other actions would be included in this process? List 4.

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12 A facilitator needs to identify conflict situations and implement effective conflict-resolution strategies as soon as possible otherwise the situation can get worse. Describe a conflict resolution process to follow.

13 Describe situational leadership and how it is used.

The candidate demonstrated facilitating groups skills and knowledge and is considered satisfactory Supervisor’s Name: ................................... Signature: …………………………… Date: …......

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Assessment 5: Questions / discussion (summative): Guiding outdoor recreation sessions

Questions Candidate’s answers Accessing the session plan 1 List 8 areas covered in a session

plan that a guide will need to know about and deal with?

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session plan, what are 4 actions a guide will take prior to a session commencing?

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3 A guide must access the risk management plan prior to a session commencing to gain an understanding of how the risks are to be managed. What should be done if the guide deems one or more risks is unacceptable for the client group?

Preparing participants 4 When preparing clients at the start

of the session, list 8 instructions and relevant information to be covered by the guide in the briefing?

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5 What actions will accompany the handing out of safety gear to participants?

Leading the group 6 Among the many skills that an

adventurous activities guide needs is experience based judgement. Explain what this skill is and how it relates to guiding activities outdoors?

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7 The leadership role that the guide has covers a wide ranging list of responsibilities and duties. One duty is to monitor individual participant's performance and safety and provide feedback on techniques and usage of equipment. List 6 more duties and/or responsibilities.

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Concluding the session 8 At the end of activities, a guide will

normally facilitate the debriefing. What are 4 other actions a guide will execute at the end of a session?

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The candidate demonstrated guiding outdoor recreation sessions skills and knowledge and is considered satisfactory Supervisor’s Name: ................................... Signature: …………………………… Date: …......

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Assessment 6: - Exercise (summative) - Contingency plans - Non routine situations This exercise requires you to deal with a non routine situation that you might encounter in your

outdoor activity. Select two of the following case studies and then describe what actions you think would be appropriate. Assess the non-routine situation; identify current resources that can be used for improvised techniques or equipment; consider acquiring new or additional resources; maintain safety of the activity; modify the activity as necessary. Note: Assessor/Instructor may choose to provide different non-routine situations to deal with that better suit the candidate’s specialist outdoor activity and circumstances.

1. When you get to your campsite late in the day, you find that there are a dozen or more dead and rotting birds around the water tank. The water from the tank looks clouded so you think that the water supply that you are relying on is contaminated even though the farmer advised you that it was safe to drink. What would you do?

2. On the day before your weekend activity is to start, you have been advised by the bookings manager that one of the participants is blind and has a Seeing Eye dog. The group will be camping in a National Park. What will you do?

3. During the night in your bush camp, several participants develop diarrhea. You are woken up at 2.30am and told about it. What will you do?

4. It has been a very hot dry season. You and friends have backpacked in and camped at a favourite campsite near a small creek in a State Forest. When you wake in the morning, you smell smoke and then discover that a bush fire is burning up wind to the east in the direction of the car park. What will you do?

5. You are helping to supervise a group of young people abseiling down a natural rock face in a bush setting. One young girl is half way down her first ever abseil when she suddenly starts screaming and wriggling out of control. The bottom belay has acted quickly to stop any uncontrolled fall. But the girl continues her erratic action when you realise she is shouting about spiders. The girl’s friend informs you that the girl has a spider phobia. What will you do?

6. You are supervising a group of teenagers participating in an afternoon orienteering activity. The site is a private farm property and the orienteering course is in a large paddock, covering about 3 square kilometres with boulders and some thick scrub. You told everyone to be back no later than 3.00pm but at 3.30pm, there is one person unaccounted for. What will you do?

7. At the end of a long day in the field you return to camp wet and cold and you find that the gas stove was left on and the cylinder is now empty so the evening meal can’t get cooked. What will you do?

8. A participant in her mid teens is making flirting advances to a young male assistant who you know is recently married. What will you do?

9. At the end of a long wet and cold day bushwalking with a group of 6 teenagers, you get to your isolated campsite and discover that one of the girls can’t find her sleeping bag. She thinks that it might be at the place where you stopped for lunch because she unpacked all the contents of her backpack to get her rain coat which was on the bottom. What will you do?

10. You are on a canoeing activity and you notice that your assistant leader in another canoe is having one of his asthma attacks. He is emptying his wet sack but can’t find his medication and he is starting to panic. What will you do?

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Participant’s notes about identifying and documenting contingency plans for the non routine situations:

1 Situation number ……

2 Situation number ……

The candidate applied knowledge and problem solving skills to deal with the non-routine situations and is considered to be satisfactory

Supervisor’s name: ....................................... Signature: ………………................... Date: ……

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Assessment 7: Weather activity (summative): Collect, record & interpret weather

Collect and record weather and environmental information in a specific region and interpret weather and environmental information for an outdoor activity at a specific location in the region

1 Candidate will: • Collect weather and environmental information at regular intervals for a specific area over five

days • Outline and justify a weather prediction for a 48 hour period for a specific activity in a specific

region using information gained from weather maps and forecasts • Determine the suitability and limitations of the activity in relation to the current local weather

conditions and forecast • Respond appropriately to life threatening weather hazards to ensure safety of participants

Activity region and location: ...................................................................................................

Outdoor recreation activity: ...................................................................................................

Activity dates: ..........................................................................................................................

Portfolio of weather and environmental evidence attached (collected at regular intervals for a specific area over 5 days):

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2 Outline and justify a weather prediction for a 48 hour period for a specific activity in a specific region using information gained from weather maps and forecasts and discuss this weather prediction with your Supervisor:

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Based on my observations and verified information the candidate demonstrated required knowledge to collect and record weather and environmental information in a specific region and interpret weather and environmental information for outdoor activities at a specific location in the region.

Not satisfactory

Satisfactory

3 Interpreted information from a weather map • Identified characteristics of map types and their different uses • Identified weather map symbols • Outlined and justified a weather prediction for a 48 hour period for a

specific region using information gained from weather maps and

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forecasts 4 Collected and recorded weather and environmental information in a

specific region • Identified sources of relevant weather and environmental information • Identified major cloud types and altitude level • Collected weather and environmental information at regular intervals

for a specific area over five days • Recorded weather data and identified patterns • Compared and identified the differences between current weather

conditions and a current weather forecast • Identified the possible effects of landforms on weather conditions. • Identified and explained season variations in weather patterns for a

specific area • Outlined differences between large scale and localised weather

conditions for a specific area

5 Interpreted weather and environmental information for outdoor activities at a specific location • Determined the suitability and limitations of the activity in relation to

the current local weather conditions and forecast • Identified strategies to ensure the safety and well being of individuals

and or group in weather conditions according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures

• Identified weather conditions commonly associated with the onset of life threatening weather hazards

• Identified characteristics of life threatening weather hazards and their possible impact on recreational activities

• Responded appropriately to life threatening weather hazards to ensure safety of participants

6 Planning and organising skills to collect weather and environmental information

7 Problem-solving skills to determine the impact of meteorological data on planned activities, predict and anticipate weather , and respond to changes in weather

8 Literacy skills to interpret and analyse weather and environmental information

9 Candidate will discuss how they responded appropriately to the weather and any life threatening weather hazards that might have occurred during the nominated activity. Notes:

The candidate demonstrated knowledge and skills for interpreting and responding to weather and is considered to be satisfactory

Supervisor’s name: ....................................... Signature: ………………................... Date: ……

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Assessment 8: – Exercise (summative) - Plan an outdoor recreation activity 1

Activity planning checklist: Tick when done

Tick if not applicable

Design and develop the activity plan Confirm suitability and selection of activity site with colleagues and participants Seek approval for activity from relevant land manager (i.e. camping permits and fees paid)

Assess environmental impacts and develop an environmental minimum impact plan Clearly state objectives and learning outcomes for the activity Complete area assessment (e.g. route, area significance, maps, terrain) Assess qualifications and competence of leaders and assistant leaders Determine the leader to participant ratio (check Branch policy and AAS) Scout management approval – Activity Advice & Approval – completed and approval received (use standard state Branch form and attach copy)

Seek parental consent – completed and distributed (use standard state Branch form and attach copy)

Collect the names, addresses, and medical and emergency contact details for all participants

Identify participants’ social and cultural needs Check weather and made necessary alterations (e.g. gear, clothing, route, food, water) Plan appropriate personal clothing for activity and weather and advise participants Plan and check all appropriate activity equipment Plan and check transport arrangements Plan and check all water, food, arrangements Check and pack appropriate first aid kits Establish cancellation, modification or postponement procedures Assess the risks and develop a risk management plan (attach a copy of risk management plan)

Complete and share the communication plan (include with risk management plan) Identify emergency procedures (include with risk management plan) Identify support and evacuation abilities Complete and share the contingency plan Brief all staff on activities, objectives, allocated jobs and responsibilities, communications and emergency procedures, and risk management plan

Brief all participants on activities, expectations, communications and emergency procedures

Post activity:

Check equipment for damage and arrange for repair or replacement as needed Review/evaluate the activity with team

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My Plan: Activity date(s) and times

Activity location

Attach: • Location info and maps

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• relevant site information – researched from websites, track notes, etc.

Aims of the activity:

Description of the participant group including number, age and skill level:

Activity Leader: my name, qualifications, and contact details

Name: ................................................................. Qualifications: ............................................................................................ Mobile: ......................................... E-mail: ...............................................

Name, qualifications, and contact details of other responsible team members:

Name: ................................................................. Qualifications: ............................................................................................ Mobile: ......................................... E-mail: ............................................... Name: ................................................................. Qualifications: ............................................................................................ Mobile: ......................................... E-mail: ...............................................

Name and contact details of emergency contact who holds a copy of this plan:

Name: ................................................................. Position / role: ............................................................................................ Mobile: ......................................... E-mail: ...............................................

Forecast weather conditions

Attach: • Climate information for

region and time of year • Attach timely weather

reports, warnings, tide table, etc.

Navigation and route plan

If applicable attach: navigation route plan for the activity

Program Constraints Comment on and plan for any of the following: • Site constraints,

including environmental issues

• Equipment constraints • Participants’ social and

cultural needs that may impact on program delivery and details of adjustments or changes planned to accommodate these needs

• Participant health issues that will need

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special attention • Other special needs

issues for participants Planning for minimum

environmental impact Attach: Minimum environmental impact plan

Detailed activity program Attach: Activity program

Leader’s equipment/gear list

Attach: Leader’s equipment/gear list

Group share equipment/gear list

Attach: Group share equipment/gear list

Participant’s equipment/gear list

Attach: Participant’s equipment/gear list

Planning for Water: • What will be needed • What will be carried • How will water supplies

be replenished • Water purification

techniques to be used

Menu and Food List Attach: Personal menu and food list Planning for transport

Forward journey details: .......................................................................... ...................................................................................................................... Driver name: ................................................................. Vehicle details: ......................... Mobile: ........................ E-mail: .............................. Driver name: ................................................................. Vehicle details: ......................... Mobile: ........................ E-mail: ..............................

Forward journey details: .......................................................................... ...................................................................................................................... Driver name: ................................................................. Vehicle details: ......................... Mobile: ........................ E-mail: .............................. Driver name: ................................................................. Vehicle details: ......................... Mobile: ........................ E-mail: ..............................

Transport contingency plans:

Budget Attach: Copy of budget Emergency Response

Plan

Emergency, accident and rescue procedures should be appropriate for the outdoor activity and location to ensure risk minimisation to self and group. • Specify the response procedures to be

followed in an emergency situation • Allocate specific tasks • List emergency, survival and first aid

equipment needed • Have pre-planned escape routes and

emergency transportation arrangements • Detail communications plan and equipment

Attach: copy of Emergency Response Plan

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Risk Management Plan Attach: copy of risk analysis, and copy Risk Management Plan The candidate demonstrated knowledge of planning for a an outdoor recreation activity and is considered satisfactory

Supervisor’s Name: ................................... Signature: …………………………… Date: …......

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Assessment 9: Evaluation checklist (summative): Guiding an outdoor recreation session

Completed by SELF, PEER and GUIDE/SUPERVISOR • Third-party reports from a peer and supervisor detailing performance. • Observation of safe participation and demonstration of guiding an outdoor recreation session • Seek advice and feedback from others to improve skills and ensure safety of self and group • Evaluate and reflect on own performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement You should rate yourself for each of the following areas using the 6-point rating scale below. Also ask a peer who also participated in your instructional session to rate your performance in these areas as well. A supervisor should also rate you as well. You should discuss areas where you need to improve.

1. Unsure 2. Poor 3. OK 4. Good 5. Very good 6. Not applicable

Rate how well the candidate can: Date: Self

Date: Peer

Date: Guide/ Supervisor

Accessed the session plan: • Confirmed aim of the session • Confirmed participant needs and special requirements • Confirmed logistical arrangements • Clarified points that are not clear • Confirmed arrangements and resources with staff and participants • Assessed and confirmed that specific risks are within acceptable limits

Prepared participants for the session • Conducted relevant assessments to determine the condition of

participants in consultation with relevant support personnel • Communicated instructions and relevant information to participants • Checked aspects of participants dress or equipment • Issued equipment and modified and or checked condition for use

Led the group and monitored progress • Provided and reinforced direction and advice to the group • Demonstrated appropriate and safe techniques • Identified and monitored potential hazards during the session and took

action as required • Monitored individual participant's performance and safety and provided

feedback on techniques and usage of equipment • Implemented appropriate modifications to the session in response to

changing conditions • Encouraged feedback and questioning from group members • Responded to emergency or non routine situations

Concluded the session • Collected and checked issued equipment for damage and wear • Provided participants the opportunity to give feedback and identify

further needs • Returned the environment or facility to a condition acceptable for future

use • Supervised participants departure

Evaluated the session • Determined areas and methods of evaluation • Acknowledged feedback from participants and other staff • Identified areas where session could be improved and ways of obtaining

this improvement • Reviewed own performance and identified potential improvements

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Led outdoor recreation sessions responsibly, using communication strategies and a participant centred approach to encourage participation and interaction.

Applied negotiation and contingency management techniques to deal with a range of problems and issues that arose during the session and made adjustments in response to changing situations.

Areas that need improvement:

VERIFICATION DETAILS Name Signature Phone contact details Peer

Guide/Supervisor

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Assessment 10: Activity observation checklist (summative): Implementing minimal impact plan Based on my observations and verified information the candidate demonstrated:

Supervisor’s comments N

ot satisfactory

Satisfactory

Implemented and monitored minimal impact plan • Explained aims of minimal impact plan to activity participants. • Communicated unique aspects of the setting and specific impacts

likely to occur during an activity to participants in the activity. • Conducted activities according to minimal impact plan, relevant

legislation and organisational policies and procedures. • Monitored effectiveness of minimal impact plan.

Evaluated minimal impact practices • Identified techniques to determine the nature and degree of

impact. • Evaluated the effectiveness of personal minimal impact practices

using basic techniques.

Plans outdoor recreation activities that balance the need to minimise environmental impact of recreational activities with appropriate activities and opportunities

Applies contingency management techniques to deal with concerns over the degree of impact following recreational activities

Adopts and models a responsible attitude towards the natural environment throughout activities.


The candidate demonstrated intermediate bushwalking skills and is considered to be satisfactory


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Assessment 11: Facilitating observation checklist (summative): Facilitate a group

Activity location: .......................................................................................................................

Name of group: .........................................................................................................................

Outdoor recreation activity/ goals: ..........................................................................................

Activity dates: ............................................................................................................................ Based on my observations and verified information the candidate demonstrated required knowledge and skills to facilitate a group.

Supervisor’s comments

Not

satisfactory

Satisfactory

Planned for the establishment of a group • Identified the activity goals of the individuals and group • Identified group dynamics and potential barriers • Established a group performance plan

Developed group commitment and cooperation • Developed group effectiveness through active participation • Established systems and mechanisms to monitor and review

group development and performance • Developed and implemented strategies to reduce and eliminate

barriers • Demonstrated open communication to establish trust, confidence

and ownership in group decision-making, feedback and problem-solving

Facilitated group processes and performance • Used collaborative approaches to develop effective working

relationships • Facilitated individual and collective engagement • Devolved responsibility and accountability to group members • Implemented effective conflict-resolution strategies • Demonstrated routine use of inclusive communication strategies • Monitored the performance of group members

Demonstrated problem-solving skills to address activity-specific problems and client interaction or conflict

Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills to enhance interaction with clients

Demonstrated conflict-resolution and negotiation skills to enable smooth functioning of the group

Demonstrated literacy skills to enable the creation of written plans and performance records


The candidate demonstrated knowledge of facilitating groups and is considered to be satisfactory


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Assessment 12: Guiding observation checklist (summative): Guiding a session

Details of the session observed: Date: Place: Activity: Group: Based on my observations and verified information the candidate demonstrated:

Supervisor’s comments

Not

satisfactory

Satisfactory

Accessed the session plan: • Confirmed aim of the session • Confirmed participant needs and special requirements • Confirmed logistical arrangements • Clarified points that are not clear • Confirmed arrangements and resources with staff and participants • Assessed and confirmed that specific risks are within acceptable

limits

Prepared participants for the session • Conducted relevant assessments to determine the condition of

participants in consultation with relevant support personnel • Communicated instructions and relevant information to

participants • Checked aspects of participants dress or equipment • Issued equipment and modified and or checked condition for use

Led the group and monitored progress • Provided and reinforced direction and advice to the group • Demonstrated appropriate and safe techniques • Identified and monitored potential hazards during the session • Monitored individual participant's performance and safety • Implemented modifications in response to changing conditions • Encouraged feedback and questioning from group members • Responded to emergency or non routine situations

Concluded the session • Collected and checked issued equipment for damage and wear • Provided participants the opportunity to give feedback and

identify further needs • Returned the environment or facility to a acceptable condition • Supervised participants departure

Evaluated the session • Determined areas and methods of evaluation • Acknowledged feedback from participants and other staff • Identified areas where session could be improved and ways of

obtaining this improvement • Reviewed own performance and identified potential

improvements

Facilitated group participation • Planned for the establishment of a group

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• Developed group commitment and cooperation • Facilitated group processes and performance • Led outdoor recreation sessions responsibly, using

communication strategies and a participant centred approach to encourage participation and interaction.

• Applied negotiation and contingency management techniques to deal with a range of problems and issues that arose during the session and made adjustments in response to changing situations.

Interpreted weather and environmental information during the outdoor activity at the specific location • Identified strategies to ensure the safety and well being of

individuals and or group • Responded appropriately to weather hazards to ensure safety of

participants


The candidate demonstrated knowledge and skills in guiding a group and is considered to be satisfactory


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Assessment 13: Logbook

Candidates must either: • Have an existing skill activity log book, or • Start an activity log book with details of completed activities during the course.

Logbook has been sighted and provides satisfactory evidence of common core part A skills on multiple occasions.


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Attachment A: Activity Plan (example template) Location: Date(s): Activity: Duration: Activity Leader(s):

Pre-Activity Client Group: Activity Outcomes: Legislation/Standards: Risks & WHS issues:

Location requirements Location considerations (environment, weather, access): Activity set up plan: Equipment required (personal, group & instructor):

Preparation:

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Team & Participants Activity Team (roles & roster): Briefing Notes: Demonstration Notes:

Conduct Activity Activity Notes:

Post Activity Debriefing Notes: Pack up details: Notes for next time:

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