Select, set up and operate a temporary or overnight site

Formats and tools

Unit Description
Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver SISOFLD003, 'Select, set up and operate a temporary or overnight site'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Select, set up and operate a temporary or overnight site' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCECRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Select site.

1.1. Obtain information to determine preferences, expectations and needs of participants that relate to food and shelter.

1.2. Obtain information on available sites within operational zone of outdoor recreation activities.

1.3. Pre-select and book site, if required, to meet participant needs and operational requirements of activity.

1.4. Where no designated area exists, select site for comfort, safety, minimal environmental impact and in compliance with land management requirements.

2. Plan outdoor menus.

2.1. Plan nutritionally-balanced menus, taking account of activity and participant factors.

2.2. Identify special requests and ensure special meals are provided for those with special dietary requirements.

2.3. Identify food safety hazards involved in storing, preparing and serving planned meals; assess risks, and take action to eliminate or minimise them.

3. Select and pack equipment and resources.

3.1. Select catering equipment according to food preparation and service requirements.

3.2. Select shelter equipment to meet participant needs and anticipated weather conditions.

3.3. Obtain food, beverage, water and other resources to meet requirements for the stay.

3.4. Complete pre-departure safety and serviceability checks on equipment.

3.5. Pack equipment and resources according to route terrain, perishability of food, and access requirements during activity.

4. Set up site.

4.1. Assess site, identify hazards and take measures to minimise risk of injury.

4.2. Identify sources of supplementary natural water and treat, as required, for human consumption.

4.3. Set up site facilities for shelter, catering, and waste disposal according to land management requirements for minimal environmental impact.

4.4. Arrange shelter appropriate for prevailing weather and conditions and to ensure comfort and safety.

5. Operate and dismantle temporary site.

5.1. Brief participants on site behaviour, safe zones, boundaries, waste disposal and sanitation practices.

5.2. Prepare and serve food using safe and hygienic food preparation and handling practices.

5.3. Operate temporary site equipment, monitor and assist participants’ use to maintain comfort, safety and hygiene.

5.4. Clean, dismantle, pack and store equipment and resources.

5.5. Remove waste from site where disposal facilities are unavailable.

5.6. Leave site in original or improved condition; note and report any site problems to relevant personnel or authorities.