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Rig a ladder pitch

Rig a ladder pitch

Unit of competency
National Code
SISOCVE303A
State Code
D6330
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Transition (Deleted)
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
28/11/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/10/2014
Field of Education
092101 - Sport And Recreation Activities
Original Release Date
13/10/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to rig a ladder pitch for use in caving activities. It includes anchor selection and setting up the belay in predictable situations. It does not cover ascending or descending a ladder.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Rig ropes and ladders.
  • 1.1. Select suitable anchors for the activity.
  • 1.2. Tie knots according to the equipment and situation.
  • 1.3. Rig ladders and ropes for ease of use and safety, using rigging equipment and ladders according to manufacturer's specifications and organisational policies and procedures.
  • 1.4. Identify pitch hazards and minimise or eliminate, where possible.
2. Set up a belay system.
  • 2.1. Select and use a suitable belay system for the situation and participant ability.
  • 2.2. Set up the belay to allow the belayer to safely escape from the system.
3. De-rig ropes and ladders.
  • 3.1. De-rig ladders and ropes safely according to manufacturer's specifications and organisational policies and procedures.
  • 3.2. Pack ladders and ropes for appropriate transport away from the pitch.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Anchors may include:
natural
fixed.
Knots may include:
end-of-rope knots
mid-rope knots
friction knots
stopper knots
rope-joining knots.
Rigging equipment may include:
wire traces - all surfaces except limestone or formations
bolts
climbing protection
caving ladders
ropes
rope protectors
belay devices
karabiners.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety
permits or permission for access
environmental regulations.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
occupational health and safety
use, maintenance and storage of equipment
communication protocols
minimal impact environmental and caving codes
Australian Speleological Federation Codes and Guidelines
code of ethics.
Hazards may include:
water pools and streamways
falling rocks, water, debris and or gear
abrasion points
tangled ladder
rope passing through ladder
loose gear, clothing and hair
jewellery
strong cave breezes
vertical squeezes.
Belay system may include:
top and bottom belays
self belays
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
selects and uses anchors, knots, belay techniques and rigging equipment within a known range of predictable caving contexts
sets up belay systems suitable to the situation and abilities of those participating
identifies and eliminates or minimises hazards where required.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure participation in rigging and de-rigging of ropes and ladders on multiple occasions in caving environments that reflect local conditions to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
suitable natural cave sites with the potential for rigging ladders and belays
rigging equipment and natural or fixed anchors to rig ladder pitch.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observation of rigging and de-rigging ladder pitches within a caving context
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures to ensure safe and appropriate use of rigging equipment
observation of dealing with hazards throughout the rigging and de-rigging process
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISOCVE304A Apply laddering skills.
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