Bushwalking level 1 workbook - V2.1.June

1 1 Copyright - Scouts Australia Scout Bushwalking Course / level 1 Bushwalking workbook workbook Scout Bushwalking Course/ Bushwalking level 1 (controlled environments) Course number: .. Course venue: .. Course Leader: .. Course date(s): .. Scout Bushwalking Course/ Bushwalking level 1 Module: Demonstrate Bushwalking skills in a controlled environment Candidate s personal details: My Name: .. My Branch: .. My Membership No: .. My Scouting Role: .. Mobile:.. Email: .. Address: .. Assessment summary Not satisfactory Satisfactory1: Questions / discussion (summative): Bushwalking2: Exercise (summative): Personal plan for a Bushwalking activity 3: Evaluation checklist (summative): Bushwalking skills in a controlled environment 4: Observation checklist (summative): Bushwalking skills in a controlled environment 5: Logbook (summative) Scout module requirements are complete Supervisor Name: Signature: Date: The candidate satisfies the requirements for the above moduleand is considered to be proficient.

2 Scout Assessor / Instructor Name: .. Scout 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: .. Note to Scout Assessor / Instructor: When this module workbook is complete, detach this page and forward to your Branch Training Administration Officer. Return the rest of this module workbook to the Copyright - Scouts Australia Scout Bushwalking Course / level 1 Bushwalking workbook This page is intentionally blank do not delete for printing 3 Copyright - Scouts Australia Scout Bushwalking Course / level 1 Bushwalking workbook This module workbook is to be kept by the candidate as evidence for possible RPL ASSESSMENT RESULT SHEETC ourse number.

3 Course venue: .. Course Leader: .. Course date(s): .. Scout Bushwalking Course/ Bushwalking level 1 Module: Demonstrate Bushwalking skills in a controlled environment 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 satisfactory Satisfactory Plan for a bushwalk. Identify food and water requirements according to principles of nutrition and the duration of the walk to maintain physiological well being during activity. Identify an appropriate activity location according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

4 Obtain and become familiar with appropriate map for the intended walk. Access relevant sources to interpret weather and environmental information. Identify potential hazards associated with the activity. 2 Select equipment Select, fit and adjust equipment to ensure comfort and safety according to contextual issues and organisational policies and procedures. Ensure pack weight is appropriate to body weight and level of fitness. Select personal clothing and footwear and identify the design and or construction features 3 Apply Bushwalking skills Adopt appropriate posture when lifting and carrying backpack. Approach obstacles and hazards in a safe manner and minimise risks to self and Apply ascending techniques and descending techniques on slopes.

5 Follow a route in tracked or easy untracked areas, demonstrating use of navigation aids. 4 Evaluate the bushwalk Evaluate relevant aspects of the walk Identify improvements for future walks The candidate has provided the following portfolio of evidence: 1: Questions / discussion (summative): Bushwalking 2: Exercise (summative): Personal plan for a Bushwalking activity 3: Evaluation checklist (summative): Bushwalking skills in a controlled environment 4: Observation checklist (summative): Bushwalking skills in a controlled environment 5: Logbook (summative) The candidate satisfies the requirements for the above module and is considered to be proficient.

6 Scout Assessor / Instructor Name: .. Scout Assessor No: .. & Instructor No: .. Signature: .. Date: .. 4 Copyright - Scouts Australia Scout Bushwalking Course / level 1 Bushwalking workbook Appointing your Supervisor: All Supervisors must hold the units that they are for Scout Bushwalking Course/ Bushwalking level 1 (controlled environments) can be a Leader who has any of the following appointments: Scout Association Bushwalking level 2 with considerable Bushwalking experience Scout Association Guide Bushwalking Scout Association Instructor Bushwalking A person with an industry registration NOLRS registered Bushwalking Guide or Instructor Supervisor s Details.

7 The Scout Bushwalking Course/ Bushwalking level 1 course Instructor appointed this person as the candidate s Supervisor and mentor: Supervisor s name: .. Supervisor s Bushwalking qualifications: .. Membership No: .. Scouting Role: .. Contact: Mobile: .. Email: .. 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 enrolment form from their Course Leader/Instructor/Assessor, who will provide advice about enrolment.

8 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 four modules included in the Scout Bushwalking Couse/ level 1 Bushwalking , may provide evidence towards the RPL of the following units of competence: PUAOPE002B: Operate communications systems and equipment SISOBWG201A: Demonstrate Bushwalking skills in a controlled environment SISONAV201A: Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment SISOOPS202A: Use and maintain a temporary or overnight site My NAME is: 5 Copyright - Scouts Australia Scout Bushwalking Course / level 1 Bushwalking workbook Assessment 1: Questions / discussion (summative).

9 Bushwalking Questions Candidate s answers Planning a bushwalk 1 List 6 factors or issues to consider when you are planning a Bushwalking activity? 1 2 3 4 5 6 2 What legislation, policies and industry codes will influence how a Bushwalking activity is planned? 3 List 6 ways the weather will impact on planning a Bushwalking activity? 1 2 3 4 5 6 4 List 6 places to find information to assist with planning a bushwalk and what sort of information would you be seeking? 1 2 3 4 5 6 5 Why is it important to understand and use Naismith s Rule when planning a bushwalk? 6 What would you plan to carry for emergency food on a bushwalk? Bushwalking equipment 7 What safety equipment should be carried on a bushwalk and what other equipment could be carried to deal with emergencies?

10 8 What personal Bushwalking equipment must be fitted correctly and why? 9 What is the recommended maximum weight that a youth member should carry in their backpack on a bushwalk? My NAME is: 6 Copyright - Scouts Australia Scout Bushwalking Course / level 1 Bushwalking workbook Bushwalking skills 10 List your top 8 safety rules and actions to follow when Bushwalking ? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 How will you and your gear stay dry during heavy rain on a bushwalk? 12 List 4 ways to make ascending and descending steep hill sides easier on a bushwalk? 1 2 3 4 13 (13) What are 4 ways that you will care for your feet on a bushwalk?