Required skills

planning skills to select an appropriate site or location or route that is relevant to the skill level of participants

communication skills to interact with other motorcyclists and motorists to make intentions clear and ensure personal safety

problemsolving skills to decide on motorcycling technique and gear to use according to changes in terrain

planning and organising skills to ensure all necessary equipment is in good working order

motorcycle maintenance and repair skills to check prevent and repair common faults and deficiencies

navigation skills to plan and follow a chosen route

first aid and emergency response skills appropriate to the location to enable initial response to emergencies and personal health care

Required knowledge

relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable the safe conduct of all activities

legislation and organisational policies and procedures to adhere to relevant road and traffic acts

minimal impact motorcycling codes to enable protection of the environment

road rules and offhighway motorcycling codes to understand motorcyclists rights and responsibilities on and offhighway and to maintain safety of other motorists

equipment types characteristics and technology used for offhighway motorcycling the advantages and disadvantages of the range of equipment and factors affecting appropriate selection of equipment

maintenance and repair of motorcycling equipment to ensure prolonged life span and safety requirements

motorcycling techniques such as cornering braking clutch use and body positioning used in different terrain

basic weather and environmental information to ascertain possible conditions and their affect on the ride

emergency procedures and potential hazards relevant to the location to ensure risk minimisation to self and others

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

applies accurate routine pre start checks and takes action to correct any deficiencies

selects and utilises apparel and equipment that is suitable for all possible weather conditions to minimise the risk of injury

follows written and verbal instructions to accurately apply knowledge and demonstrate offhighway motorcycling techniques such as throttle clutch and brake usage

takes measures to guard personal and group safety by identifying and negotiating obstacles and hazards and using effective communication during the activity

evaluates and reflects on own motorcycling performance to identify strengths weaknesses and areas that need improvement

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure participation in offhighway motorcycling over gentle to moderate terrain that is of sufficient duration to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance

Assessment must also ensure access to

a suitable outdoor environment with gentle to moderate terrain and some hazards and obstacles that allow the motorcyclist to demonstrate the required techniques

a qualified leader or supervisor

appropriate equipment and apparel such as an offhighway motorcycle helmet gloves glasses suitable clothing and a repair kit

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 preactivity safety checks of offhighway motorcycles parts and appropriate repairs made to any deficiency

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of offhighway motorcycling such as when to change speed and how to use the throttle clutch and brakes in different terrain

observation of safe participation and demonstration of offhighway motorcycling skills such as smooth and timely gear changes across different terrain

observation of dealing with contingencies such as equipment failure or change in conditions

thirdparty reports from a supervisor detailing performance

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended for example

SISOTBRA Select set up and maintain an offhighway motorcycle

SISOTBR201A Select, set up and maintain an off-highway motorcycle.

TLIHD Interpret road maps and navigate predetermined routes

TLIH107D Interpret road maps and navigate pre-determined routes.

Food and water requirements may include:

Relevant legislation may include:

Contextual issues may include:

Relevant sources may include:

Weather and environmental information may include:

Hazards may include:

Risks may include:

Off-highway motorcycle may include:

Terrain may include:

Apparel and equipment may include:

Pre-start checks may include:

Techniques may include:

Obstacles may include:

Tracks and trails may include:

Parking procedures may include:

Measures may include:

Group safety may include:

Communication methods may include:

Relevant aspects may include: