UNIT 3: Developing physical fitness for entry to the public services (LEVEL 2)

Learning outcomes
By completing this unit candidates will develop knowledge and skills associated with fitness testing and planning a personal training programme. They will also develop an understanding of the importance of fitness to the public services. Candidates will produce evidence to meet the unit assessment objectives in order to show that they understand: the standards of fitness required by the public services the principles of fitness methods of measuring fitness how to plan a training programme and measure performance against targets. Assessment objectives 1 Investigate and analyse the use of fitness testing by one public service as part of their recruitment procedures 2 Describe the components of fitness and their role in physical activity Knowledge, understanding and skills Fitness testing content of test standards required relevance of test activities to a public service and the range of jobs Health related fitness cardiovascular endurance muscular endurance speed strength (dynamic, explosive, static) flexibility Skill related fitness balance co-ordination reaction time agility timing Role in physical activity identification of elements required in different sports and activities fitness is relevant to task being undertaken

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Assessment objectives 3 Explain and undertake a range of fitness tests that cover the components of fitness, showing regard for health and safety and testing protocol

Knowledge, understanding and skills Test that could be used include Harvard step test Cooper 12 minute run multistage fitness test sit ups chins press ups 30 metre sprint grip dynamometer 1 rep max test Sergeant jump standing broad jump sit and reach shoulder hyperextension stork stand alternate hand-wall throw ruler drop test Illinois agility run body mass index skin fold callipers weight height ratio Health and safety fit to take test? warm up/warm down Protocol factors affecting reliability and validity of test scores eg continuity, test environment Analysis compare against normative data refer to principles of fitness Planning FITT principle structure of session warm up/cool down Recording targets measure progress log

4 Analyse own level of fitness in order to plan, implement and record a personal training programme, and evaluate performance against targets

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Unit 3 Developing physical fitness for entry to the public services

Assessment
This unit is centre assessed and externally moderated. In order to achieve this unit candidates must produce a portfolio of evidence showing that they have met all of the assessment objectives. Portfolios of work must be produced independently. They will need to be made available, together with witness statements and any other supporting documentation, to the OCR Visiting Moderator when required. Centres must confirm to OCR that the evidence produced by candidates is authentic. An OCR Centre Authentication Form is provided in the Centre Handbook and includes a declaration for assessors to sign. It is a requirement of the QCA Common Criteria for all Qualifications that proof of authentication is received.

Guidance on assessment and evidence requirements

The nature of public service work and the entry requirements mean that for most services a certain measurable level of fitness is necessary. This unit aims to give candidates a greater appreciation of what fitness is and whether or not their personal level of fitness is adequate for the public services. Consequently centres must ensure that sufficient time and facilities are provided for practical sessions to allow candidates to undertake a range of fitness tests and the development of personal training programmes. Candidates should be supported and encouraged to work independently to develop the knowledge and skills to improve their own level of fitness whatever their initial standard, and centres may find that candidates would benefit from retesting to assess their personal success. Centres may wish to utilise the expertise of public service personnel to support learning with regard to recruitment entry tests, undertaking fitness tests and with supporting candidates as they plan appropriate training programmes. Evidence may be presented in a number of forms including written notes, witness observations, video evidence, the production of instructions or guides, spreadsheets and a personal training diary or log book, information leaflets and group or individual presentations. Centres are advised to screen all clients taking part in fitness testing activities. Centres must ensure appropriate supervision by qualified staff.

Signposting to Key Skills

The unit contains opportunities for developing the Key Skill, and possibly for generating portfolio evidence, if teaching and learning is focused on that aim. Key Skill reference C2.1 C2.2a C2.2b C2.3 Key Skill reference N2.1 N2.2a N2.2b N2.2c N2.2d N2.3 Key Skill reference IT2.1 IT2.2 IT2.3

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Mapping to National Occupational Standards

Occupational Standards Sport Recreation and Allied Occupations Level 2 NVQ in Public Services Unit number B12 B13 5.1 Title Promote the adoption and maintenance of regular physical activity Promote active living and healthy eating Establish and improve required level of fitness

Resources
This section provides suggestions of suitable resources. The list is neither prescriptive nor exhaustive, and candidates should be encouraged to gather information from a variety of sources. Some suggested resources are intended for Tutor use. The resources in this section were correct at the time of production. Books Beashel and Taylor Hodgson, Barry Fountain and Gee Honeybourne, Hill and Wyse Websites Sports Coach. URL:http://www.brianmac.demon.co.uk. An excellent site. Browse through the site index for all aspects of fitness testing and training. ExRX. URL:http://www.exrx.net/Testing.html. Information about fitness testing. The relevant recruitment offices will be able to offer advice on their physical entry tests however there is some information available on the internet. Territorial Army. URL:http://www.getfitta.co.uk. Territorial Army website with fitness advice and training programme (currently being re-developed). London Fire Brigade. URL:http://www.london-fire.gov.uk/recruitment/become_firefighter.asp. Details of the physical test. Centres should check the websites of their local brigades for fitness test information. HM Prison Service. URL:http://www.hmprisonservice.gov.uk/. Gives details of the entry requirements for prison officers including the physical entry test and a suggested training programme. World of Sport Examined Sport and PE for GCSE PE to 16 P.E. For You

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Police - Metropolitan Police Fitness Test. URL:http://www.policecouldyou.co.uk/default.asp?action=article&ID=26. Centres should check the websites of their local forces for fitness test information. Royal Navy. URL:http://www.royal-navy.mod.uk/rn/index.php3?page=5110. Pre-joining fitness test. Royal Marine commandos. URL:http://www.royal-navy.mod.uk/static/pages/2667.html. Details of PRMC and how to prepare.

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Grading
Assessment Objective AO1 Investigate and analyse the use of fitness testing by one public service as part of their recruitment procedures Pass Candidates state clearly the physical entry requirement of one public service describing the form of the test and the standard required. They will be able to recognise the physical nature of the public service work. Merit Candidates give a thorough description of the use of fitness testing in one public service having good knowledge of the test and standard required. They are able to link the test activities with specific activities within the service. Candidates provide a detailed description of the components of fitness and their role in physical activity. The candidate confidently carries out a range of fitness tests showing a good understanding of testing and health and safety procedures. Distinction Candidates explain in detail the use of fitness testing by one public service as part of their selection procedures, critically evaluating the test in relation to the physical demands of that particular service.

AO2 Describe the components of fitness and their role in physical activity AO3 Explain and undertake a range of fitness tests that cover the components of fitness, showing regard for health and safety and testing protocol

Candidates provide a basic description of the components of fitness and their role in physical activity. The candidate, with supervision, satisfactorily carries out a range of fitness tests showing a limited understanding of testing and health and safety procedures.

Candidates provide a comprehensive description of the components of fitness and their role in physical activity. The candidate independently and confidently carries out a range of fitness tests showing a comprehensive understanding of testing and health and safety procedures.

AO4 Analyse own level of fitness in order to plan, implement and record a personal training programme, and evaluate performance against targets

Candidates make a simple analysis of their own level of fitness and plan and undertake a basic personal training programme demonstrating knowledge of FITT. They simply evaluate performance against targets.

Candidates make a clear analysis of their own level of fitness and plan and undertake a structured personal training programme demonstrating a sound understanding of FITT. They provide a detailed evaluation of performance against targets.

Candidates make a detailed analysis of their own level of fitness and plan and undertake a structured and relevant personal training programme demonstrating a thorough understanding of FITT. They provide a comprehensive evaluation of performance against targets.

OCR Level 2 Nationals in Public Services