Unit Name: Learning, Play and Development in the Outdoors Level: One Credit: 2 GLH: 10 -15 (dependent on age and ability of students) Learning Outcome Assessment Criteria Assessment method/ Task Assessed by Evidence Reference Date The learner will: The learner can: Peer Tutor Available for IV/Page Achieved 1. Know about outdoor learning and play. State a range of outdoor learning and play approaches. (A minimum of three approaches to include: Forest School, Outdoor play, Environmental Education) State a minimum of four benefits of outdoor learning and play. Identify three ways in which outdoor learning and play supports child development. State the role of the adult in outdoor learning and play sessions. Complete workbook Complete workbook Complete workbook Complete workbook 2. Be able to participate in outdoor learning. Participate in outdoor learning and play experiences, encompassing practical activities, learning, social skills Training day Tutor observation 3. Know about the impact of outdoor learning and play on the natural 3.1 Identify a minimum of three ways in which outdoor learning and play can impact on the natural environment. E.g. fire damage, erosion, vegetation or species loss Training 4. Know how to identify hazards in 4.1 Identify a minimum of four different hazards. 4.2 State how the different hazards could be Training day Training day
outdoor learning and play avoided or reduced. Unit Name: Outdoor Practical Skills Level: One Credit: 2 GLH: 10-15 (dependent on age and ability of students) Learning Outcome Assessment Criteria Assessment method/ Task Assessed by Evidence Reference Date The learner will: The learner can: Peer Tutor Available for IV/Page Achieved 1.Know the hazards in an outdoor setting Identify different types of hazards in an outdoor setting Outline the different steps of a risk assessment Use protective clothing for working in an outdoor setting Group activity: identifying hazards within woodland Tutor statement Tutor activity Select correct PPE for task Workbook task 2. Know how the use of the outdoors can impact on the environment 2.1 Give a simple definition of biodiversity Identify local species of plants and animals 2.3 Identify activities which could impact on biodiversity Workbook task Insert and annotate photos into workbook
Health and Safety for Working Outdoors Level: One Credit: 1 GLH: 8 (dependent on age and ability of students) Learning Outcome Assessment Criteria Assessment method/ Task Assessed by Evidence Reference Date The learner will: The learner can: Peer Tutor Available for IV/Page Achieved 1. Know the potential hazard when working outdoors and how they can be avoided 1.1 State what the terms ‘hazard’ and ‘risk’ mean. 1.2 Outline a range of potential hazards relating to tools, materials and the environment when working outdoors 1.3 State how the hazards outlined in 1.2 can be controlled 1.4 State how to report a hazard when working outdoors Workbook task Insert risk assessment from training Tutor statement 2. Understand health and safety (H & S) for working outdoors 2.1 Outline why it is important to follow H & S procedures when working outdoors 2.2 Identify safety signs/symbols that may be seen during outdoor work 2.3 State how individuals are provided with H & S information working outdoors 2.4 State what to do in the case of an accident when working outdoors 2.5 Identify procedures for speaking to someone when Tutor statement Tutor statement Tutor statement Tutor statement Peer group discussion and
there are concerns about how safe the work is. workbook task 3 Be able to comply with all rules and regulations of the work area when working outdoors 3.1 Identify the location of: First aid box First aid assistance Emergency telephone Accident log Safety equipment Safety clothing 3.2 Identify safety clothing and equipment required for a range of outdoor tasks 3.3 Demonstrate visual checking of equipment and safety clothing before starting work and when leaving the site 3.4 Apply H & S measures, including the use of safety equipment and clothing. Complete table in workbook Discussion and complete workbook Discussion and complete workbook Tutor statement