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Thank you for your enquiry regarding an RPL, I have attached the document that outlines the
process to follow, application form, and evidence required to assess your submission. I appreciate
its a long document, however as the qualification is to ensure sufficient hike theory is
knowledgeable to all Scouters.
Checklist:
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Completed RPL Document

Portfolio Evidence (Eg, Certificates and other supporting documents)
Completed Logbook Book (Only required for Scout Section)

Submission of this RPL does not qualify you for either the Hikers License as some areas may need
to be completed.
This portfolio is reviewed by a panel of subject experts to gauge competency in each area.
If you have any queries please contact me
Cameron Belling
Course Director
ckbelling@gmail.com

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SKILLS RECOGNITION APPLICATION

Please ensure that your name is written on the bottom of each page of this document
and also in the sections where nominated including your signature endorsement
otherwise the processing of your application may be delayed.
Evidence
Evidence is information which, when matched against the elements and performance criteria of a
Unit of Competence, provides proof of competency. Evidence can take many forms and be
gathered from a number of sources. Evidence may be direct or indirect
Direct evidence might include:
o Log books
o Planning documents, such as weather information, route plans, track notes, maps or risk
management plans, etc
o Correspondence the candidate has written (letters, faxes, emails)
o Work/activity programs that have been completed or worked on
o Bookkeeping or other records maintained
Direct evidence will need to be verified against the candidates log book and by the candidates
supervisor as their own work. The assessor may phone the supervisor to check verification. The
evidence must show that the candidate has performed the various roles required to Conduct an
Hiking session.
Indirect evidence is information about the candidate and might include:
o Certificates/statements of results completed
o Minutes of meetings that contain information that candidate has participated or performed
duties
o Performance appraisals
o Letters of appreciation from clients or colleagues
o References from previous supervisors
o Workplace awards, prizes, certificates
o Witness testimony or third party reports
o Photographs/video recordings of activities undertaken
o Third party reports
o Personal statements
o Personal statements help highlight personal knowledge and understanding of a particular
element or performance criteria and the actions required
Logbook
The Assessor of this Portfolio will be looking for experience in a range of circumstances and
situations in a specialist activity area. Candidate should have multiple Bushwalking activities
recorded that show that they have a depth of experience.
Professional discussion
Candidate will have a one-on-one discussion with the Assessor focusing on the candidates
professional skills and knowledge.
Practical observation
Where there are evidence gaps or insufficient evidence for specific criteria, the Assessor may
request to observe the Candidate demonstrating practical skills.
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Third Party report

Third party reports are indirect evidence that can be used to bolster the evidence portfolio. An
example template for a report from a third party is included at the back of this workbook.

SKILLS RECOGNITION APPLICATION

SKILLS / RECOGNITION CARD HIKERS LICENSE
NAME OF PARTICIPANT:__________________________________
RANK:______________
o CUB SECTION
o SCOUT SECTION
Competencies that Skills recognition/RPL is being applied for:

SUMMARY OF KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE
FORMAL TRAINING OBTAINED
QUALIFICATION
INSTITUTE

DATE

INDUSTRY TRAINING OBTAINED

QUALIFICATION
INSTITUTE

DATE

SCOUTING TRAINING OBTAINED

COURSE

DATE

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EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE OBTAINED ONLY APPLICABLE IF RELEVANT TO THE HIKERS

LICENSE
EMPLOYER

ROLE & RESPONSIBILTY

PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT

ROLE & RESPONSIBILTY

PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT

LIFE EXPERIENCE
ITEM

EVIDENCE:
Please indicate what evidence is attached (please tick the appropriate box/es):
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Self Assessment
Evidence Checklist
Reference
Letter of Validation
Certificate (certified copy required)
Statement of Results (certified copy required)
Sample of work completed
Other (please specify):

PARTICIPANT DECLARATION:
I declare that the information and evidence I have supplied in this application is a true
reflection of my current competency and prior learning activities. I agree to SCOUTS South
Africa Regional Training Team conducting any independent evaluation checks to validate my
application.
Assessor Details:
Assessor Name:
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Assessment Result:

Competent

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Assessor Feedback:

Next Actions:

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Portfolio of evidence
List your documentation and information evidence which, when matched against the elements
and performance criteria of a Unit of Competence, provides proof of competency.
Documents will be attached and marked with a portfolio document number.
Portfolio
Item description
No
1

Outdoor activity log book

Copy of your First Aid Certificate

Note (dates, certificate, pages, etc)

Some supporting Photos if Available

3

copied on A4Page or even CD

Any previous scouting certificates,
qualification, or other organisations

Info

3rd Party Report

Professional Discussion

6
7

Navigation Exercise

Mapping Exercise

Communications activity

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Evidence verified
Name:

Signature:

Assessor
(signed)
.... Name . Number: . Date:
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SELF ASSESSMENT QUESTIONAIRE:

CANDIDATE NAME:_______________________ DATES:__________________________

Please identify with a tick your level of experience in each competency/task

Tas
k or overnight site
Use and maintain a temporary

I have performed these

tasks
Frequen Someti
Never
tly
mes

Use and maintain a temporary or overnight site while

participating in
outdoor
activitiestemporary activity sites according to relevant
Identify suitable
legislation
and organisational
policies and
procedures.
Consider
cultural protocols
for communicating
with people and
organisations to enable effective consultation in relation to
any specific cultural requirements for site access and
protection
Make logistical arrangements to use a temporary site including
planning
to minimize risk, selecting equipment and checking its
serviceability,
planning
food andsite
water,
and planning
Arrange shelter
at a temporary
according
to the prevailing
personal
clothing
and
footwear.
weather
and conditions,
and ensure
safety
Plan
goals and strategies
to comfort
achieve and
minimal
environmental
impact for
an outdoor activity and develop sustainable solutions that
meet the aneeds
Maintain
temporary site by avoiding hazards and minimising
of all stakeholders
risk,
applying hygienic practices, applying appropriate
sanitation
practices, and leaving
the area
and as it
Operate communications
systems
andclean
equipment
was found.
Use, operate and maintain communications systems and
equipment
while participating in outdoor activities consistent with
organisations
Accurately
transmit, receive, process and record
policies and procedures
communications
using
the organisations communication systems while participating
in
outdoor activities
Demonstrate
navigation skills in a controlled
environment
Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
Apply relevant process to planning a route in controlled
environments,
including map selection, identifying map symbols and
information, calculating grid and magnetic bearings, and
sourcing
other relevant
information.
Use a compass
to maintain
a designated course, including
while
bypassing map
an obstacle
Orientate
to surroundings with and without the use of a
compass
Follow a route in controlled environments, demonstrating use
of
navigation
aids for estimating distance travelled
Apply techniques

Name:

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Task
Demonstrate bushwalking
skills in a controlled
environment
Plan bushwalks in tracked or easy untracked areas that are
reliably
marked
onand
maps
andrequirements
are obvious on
ground.
Plan
food
water
forthe
bushwalks

Frequently

Sometime
s

Identify an appropriate location to bushwalk and obtain

appropriate
maps for
the walk
Access
relevant
sources to interpret weather and
environmental
information
when hazards
planningassociated
a walk
Identify
potential
with the planned
bushwalk
Select, fit and adjust bushwalking equipment to ensure
comfort and
safety
Ensure pack weight is appropriate to body weight and level
of fitness
Select appropriate personal clothing and footwear for
bushwalking
Adopt appropriate posture when lifting and carrying
backpack
Approach obstacles and hazards in a safe manner and
minimise risks to
self
and
group when
bushwalking
Apply
ascending
techniques
and descending techniques on
slopes
Evaluate relevant aspects of the bushwalk and identify
improvements for
future walks

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In the pages attached please submit an activity logbook of your own. These activities need to be
current and within the last 6 months.

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Professional discussion:
Candidate will have a one-on-one discussion with the Assessor focusing on the candidates
professional skills and knowledge.
These questions will guide the discussion.

Questions
Can you tell me what you
consider conducting a
bushwalking, camping and any
other outdoor recreation
activity, in a safe and
professional manner means to
you?

Can you explain how policies

effects how you develop your
hike, outdoor recreation and
camping programs?

What makes your hike,

outdoor recreation and
camping programs fun,
adventurous and exciting
for you and the other
cubs/scouts?

What do you include in your

pre- activity briefing to
cubs/scouts?

How do you manage risk while

activities are progressing?

No matter how well you plan an

activity something often
happens that is non-routine
and requires on-the-run
problem solving and quick
thinking management. Can
you tell me about a recent
non-routine situation that
happened to you and how you
managed the situation?
How do you evaluate how you
went on the hike and get
feedback from others about the
hike? How do you respond to
this feedback?

Name:
Hikers License RPL 2015

Notes on Candidates answers

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Supply and maintenance of

hike and other outdoor
equipment is an on-going
challenge. How do you
manage this task?
What do you do to
improve your personal
technical hike skills and
other technical outdoor
recreation skills?

Assessor (signed) .... .. Number: . Date: .

Third Party Report

A third party report will often be in letter format. This is an example of what might be
included in the letter to support this RPL application.
The letter needs to clearly state what the writers role is and how it relates to the
candidate. Third party reports or statements come from managers, supervisors, previous
employers, clients and colleagues who can support your claims. These are not references
but statements of information that are relevant to an element and performance criteria for
the unit of competency. The third party report writer will have witnessed specific activities
undertaken that meet performance criteria/s.

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THIRD PARTY DECLARATION

This declaration should be completed by someone who has personally observed the skills of the
candidate.
Please complete the following information:
Name of Candidate:
Name of third party:
Qualification of third party:
Phone / email Contact for Third Party:
Date:
Activity / Competency / Skills observed:
Demonstrate bushwalking skills in a controlled
environment
Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
Use and maintain a temporary or overnight site
Operate communications systems and equipment
This involved :

What is your relationship to the candidate?

How long have you worked with the candidate?
Have you had opportunity to observe the
candidates skills in relation
Please complete the following declaration:

Name:
Hikers License RPL 2015

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I confirm that I am in a position to verify the experience claimed by the candidate in relation to
the learning/skills listed below:
1.
2.
3.
4.

Demonstrate bushwalking skills in a controlled environment

Demonstrate navigation skills in a controlled environment
Use and maintain a temporary or overnight site
Operate communications systems and equipment.

Third Party Sign

Date

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Assessment 6: Navigation exercise: Questionnaire navigation knowledge

Knowledge of mapping, compass and navigation terms
Explain the following mapping / navigation terms
Cardinal points

Marginal
information
Conventional
sign or
symbol
Contour line

Contour
intervals

Index contour
lines

Easting

Northing

Map Scale

Grid north

Magnetic north

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True north
Magnetic
variation

Magnetic bearing
for use with a
compass
Back Bearing

Grid lines

Grid reference

Spot Elevation

Orientation

Map reliability

The candidate demonstrated knowledge of the above navigation terms and is considered to
be competent
Assessors Name: ................................... Signature: Date:

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Mapping Exercise Using the following map:

Camp Coutts Special Map S8624 2012
1.

What is the scale of the map

2.

What is the MR (Map Reference or Grid Reference) of Waterfall Station:

3. Given the information you have what is the rough variation in height above sea level from lowest
to highest point:
meters
4.

What is the distance only using walking tracks from Yellow Pool to Yelgun Cave

5.

On your map label the following items with the Letter and circle it in the map
a. Index Contour line
b. Cliff
c. Saddle
d. Watercourse

6. After orientating your map, what is the bearing from Lake Toolooma (dam wall) to Waterfall
Oval:
7.

What are the 2 boundaries in area reference 1320:

a.
b.

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Operate communications systems and equipment:

Practical Skills Assessment:
Candidates Name:

Date:

Equipment used:

Complete the following exercise.

Radio
communications
Complete
the
A
PHONETIC ALPHABET B

C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M

alpha

N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
W
X
Y
Z

November

Demonstrate the international ground to air symbols/signals for the following

Distress

First Aid

All Fine

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Pre-Logbook:
Please submit a written pre-plan of a hike that you have planned and run. This needs to be a
minimum of 15km and one overnight.

CANDIDATES NAME : _____________________________________________________________

CONTACT DETAILS: ______________________________________________________________
EMAIL ADDRESS: _________________________________________________________________
TROOP: ________________________________________________________________________
DISTRICT: _______________________________________________________________________
DATE COMMENCED WITH PLANNING: ________________________________________________
PROPOSED HIKE VENUE: ___________________________________________________________
The Pre-Log needs to include the following:
o
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o
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A route with escape routes and stop offs for breaks, and overnight camp
A portion of the hike may be done on water/air/animal
Submit a permit for the hike
Compile a risk assessment profile of your hike
Obtain a 1:50 000 map of the area and draw out your routes on it.

Logbook:
Final submission of a hike log for a hike of a minimum of 20km and two over nights, this can be
split over two weekends if needed.
The hike log needs to adhere to all guidelines of the Springbok Evaluation Checklist B on contents

Name:

Signature: