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Instruct rafting skills
Instruct rafting skills
Unit of competency
National Code
SISORAF505A
SISORAF505A
State Code
D6446
D6446
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Transition (Replaced)
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/10/2014
Field of Education
092103 - Sports Coaching, Officiating And Instruction
Original Release Date
15/10/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to instruct rafting skills. This unit focuses on planning, instructing and evaluating instructional rafting sessions to enable participants to achieve the skills and knowledge required to participate independently, or with minimal supervision, in rafting activities on graded water conditions.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan the session.
- 1.1. Establish participant's needs and characteristics.
- 1.2. Assess participant's current rafting knowledge in order to determine the session'saims and objectives.
- 1.3. Determine an instructional plan according to participant's needs and characteristics.
- 1.4. Develop a rafting plan according to participant's needs and characteristics, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
- 1.5. Identify potential hazards associated with rafting and minimise risks according to organisational policies and procedures.
- 1.6. Access relevantsources to interpret detailed weather and environmental information and determine contingency plans.
2. Select and organise equipment and resources.
- 2.1. Select and access equipment and resources according to contextual issues and organisational policies and procedures.
- 2.2. Check equipment for safety and suitability according to relevant legislation and manufacturer's recommendations and adjust and fit to ensure personal comfort.
- 2.3. Check contents of first aid and repair kits to ensure suitability to the location and activity.
3. Brief participants.
- 3.1. Communicate instructions and relevant information about the rafting session in a manner appropriate to the participants.
- 3.2. Encourage participants to seek clarification, information and feedback as required during the session.
- 3.3. Establish a suitable communication system for participants to use while rafting.
- 3.4. Inform participants of known and anticipated hazards, safety procedures and appropriate behaviour.
- 3.5. Check and confirm that all participant equipment is fitted and adjusted.
4. Instruct a rafting session.
- 4.1. Conduct introductory activities for participants to reduce the risk of injury.
- 4.2. Demonstrate procedures for dealing with emergency and non routine situations according to organisational policies and procedures.
- 4.3. Apply instructional techniques to impart required knowledge, rafting techniques and safety and rescue procedures.
- 4.4. Inform participants of opportunities to further develop their rafting skills and knowledge.
5. Complete post session responsibilities.
- 5.1. Retrieve, inspect, repair and store equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.
- 5.2. Provide opportunities for participants to identify their personal progress and satisfaction with the session, and give feedback as required.
- 5.3. Evaluate relevant aspects of the rafting session and determine the level of learning achieved.
- 5.4. Identify potential areas of improvement for future rafting instructional sessions.
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.
Characteristics may include:
age
cultural and situational factors
previous experience and knowledge
physical development
injuries and illnesses.
Session's aims and objectives may include:
development of rafting skills and techniques
education
therapy
fitness targets
recreation.
Instructional plan may include:
rafting activities and drills
duration of activities and drills
safety considerations
location
logistical requirements.
Rafting plan may include:
aims and objectives
date, time and duration
location, equipment and resources
safety requirements.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety
permits or permission for access
environmental regulations
marine regulations.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
occupational health and safety
time and budget constraints
communication protocols
confidentiality of participant information
working with children
environmental regulations
code of ethics.
Hazards may include:
temperature extremes
slippery or unstable terrain
slippery or unstable shore
poor posture, poor technique
poor carrying techniques
loose or insecure craft when being transported
stoppers or holes
strainers
rocks
waterfalls
man made objects
weirs
sieves
undercuts
other craft.
Risks may include:
hyperthermia
hypothermia
flips and capsizes
wraps
entrapments
injuries
lost party or party member
equipment and course failure.
Relevant sources may include:
Bureau of Meteorology
media
land managers or agencies
coastal patrol or coastguard
volunteer marine rescue
local knowledge.
Weather and environmental information may include:
satellite images
daily and weekly forecasts
maximum and minimum temperatures
event warnings
river levels
synoptic charts
high and low tide predictions.
Contingency plans may include:
change in location
change in river conditions
wait til conditions improve
don't get on river
equipment failure.
Equipment may include:
rafting equipment
safety and rescue equipment
navigation equipment
communication equipment.
Resources may include:
clothing and footwear
wet weather gear
food and water
teaching aids
safety equipment
rafting equipment
transport.
Contextual issues may include:
weather conditions, including times
season
transport
location
trip distance and duration
group objectives
group size
length of session
evacuation route
equipment available.
Relevant information may include:
safety and rescue procedures
rafting techniques
hydrological features
responsible and safe behaviour.
Instructional techniques may include:
simple to complex
part to whole
chronological
known to unknown
D.E.D.I.C.T
demonstrate
explain
demonstrate
instruct
critique
test
E.D.I.C.T
explain
demonstrate
instruct
critique
test
I.D.E.A
introduce
demonstrate
explain
apply
Rafting techniques may include:
forward and reverse ferry glides
raft control using crew
weight distribution
guide strokes
paddling manoeuvres
management of portages and raft linings
breaking in and out of current
use of current
offensive and defensive guiding
group roles and responsibilities.
Safety and rescue procedures may include:
emergency and rescue procedures
defensive and aggressive swimming
group management in emergency situations
symptoms, treatment and prevention of common rafting risks.
Relevant aspects may include:
objectives
planning process
activity site
weather
equipment selection
clothing selection
food selection
instructional content
instructional technique
assessment technique
group feedback
directing techniques
rescue techniques employed.
Characteristics may include:
age
cultural and situational factors
previous experience and knowledge
physical development
injuries and illnesses.
Session's aims and objectives may include:
development of rafting skills and techniques
education
therapy
fitness targets
recreation.
Instructional plan may include:
rafting activities and drills
duration of activities and drills
safety considerations
location
logistical requirements.
Rafting plan may include:
aims and objectives
date, time and duration
location, equipment and resources
safety requirements.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety
permits or permission for access
environmental regulations
marine regulations.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
occupational health and safety
time and budget constraints
communication protocols
confidentiality of participant information
working with children
environmental regulations
code of ethics.
Hazards may include:
temperature extremes
slippery or unstable terrain
slippery or unstable shore
poor posture, poor technique
poor carrying techniques
loose or insecure craft when being transported
stoppers or holes
strainers
rocks
waterfalls
man made objects
weirs
sieves
undercuts
other craft.
Risks may include:
hyperthermia
hypothermia
flips and capsizes
wraps
entrapments
injuries
lost party or party member
equipment and course failure.
Relevant sources may include:
Bureau of Meteorology
media
land managers or agencies
coastal patrol or coastguard
volunteer marine rescue
local knowledge.
Weather and environmental information may include:
satellite images
daily and weekly forecasts
maximum and minimum temperatures
event warnings
river levels
synoptic charts
high and low tide predictions.
Contingency plans may include:
change in location
change in river conditions
wait til conditions improve
don't get on river
equipment failure.
Equipment may include:
rafting equipment
safety and rescue equipment
navigation equipment
communication equipment.
Resources may include:
clothing and footwear
wet weather gear
food and water
teaching aids
safety equipment
rafting equipment
transport.
Contextual issues may include:
weather conditions, including times
season
transport
location
trip distance and duration
group objectives
group size
length of session
evacuation route
equipment available.
Relevant information may include:
safety and rescue procedures
rafting techniques
hydrological features
responsible and safe behaviour.
Instructional techniques may include:
simple to complex
part to whole
chronological
known to unknown
D.E.D.I.C.T
demonstrate
explain
demonstrate
instruct
critique
test
E.D.I.C.T
explain
demonstrate
instruct
critique
test
I.D.E.A
introduce
demonstrate
explain
apply
Rafting techniques may include:
forward and reverse ferry glides
raft control using crew
weight distribution
guide strokes
paddling manoeuvres
management of portages and raft linings
breaking in and out of current
use of current
offensive and defensive guiding
group roles and responsibilities.
Safety and rescue procedures may include:
emergency and rescue procedures
defensive and aggressive swimming
group management in emergency situations
symptoms, treatment and prevention of common rafting risks.
Relevant aspects may include:
objectives
planning process
activity site
weather
equipment selection
clothing selection
food selection
instructional content
instructional technique
assessment technique
group feedback
directing techniques
rescue techniques employed.
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:
plan, instructs and monitors participant performance and response appropriately to participant behaviour to maintain an effective learning environment
activities are conducted safely according to participant's needs, characteristics and teaching location
applies effective contingency management techniques to deal with a range of problems and issues that may arise during the session, such as equipment failure and makes adjustments in response to changing situations
instructs sequential sessions that meet participant expectations, comply with legislative and organisation requirement, and are of sufficient duration to allow the participant to demonstrate rafting skills
observes and monitors the progress of participants and provides constructive feedback and intervention to improve rafting performance
evaluates participant and own performance and identifies improvements for future sessions
uses appropriate delivery technique to enhance client learning and performance.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure instruction of rafting activities appropriate to the needs and characteristics of a range of participants to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
suitable inland graded rivers, with up to grade 4 rapids, for the conduct of instructional sessions
participants to take part in the rafting session
rafting, safety, rescue, navigation, communication and teaching equipment
resources and information regarding participants and location to plan, instruct and document rafting sessions for a variety of participants
a suitable and safe method of transport, if required to drive raft to and from activity location.
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 planning processes, such as consulting with participants to determine their needs and characteristics
oral or written questioning to assess the application of legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe conduct of all rafting activities
observation of safe rafting instruction, monitoring and adjustment according to participant's needs and characteristics
portfolio of rafting session plans
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
plan, instructs and monitors participant performance and response appropriately to participant behaviour to maintain an effective learning environment
activities are conducted safely according to participant's needs, characteristics and teaching location
applies effective contingency management techniques to deal with a range of problems and issues that may arise during the session, such as equipment failure and makes adjustments in response to changing situations
instructs sequential sessions that meet participant expectations, comply with legislative and organisation requirement, and are of sufficient duration to allow the participant to demonstrate rafting skills
observes and monitors the progress of participants and provides constructive feedback and intervention to improve rafting performance
evaluates participant and own performance and identifies improvements for future sessions
uses appropriate delivery technique to enhance client learning and performance.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure instruction of rafting activities appropriate to the needs and characteristics of a range of participants to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
suitable inland graded rivers, with up to grade 4 rapids, for the conduct of instructional sessions
participants to take part in the rafting session
rafting, safety, rescue, navigation, communication and teaching equipment
resources and information regarding participants and location to plan, instruct and document rafting sessions for a variety of participants
a suitable and safe method of transport, if required to drive raft to and from activity location.
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 planning processes, such as consulting with participants to determine their needs and characteristics
oral or written questioning to assess the application of legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe conduct of all rafting activities
observation of safe rafting instruction, monitoring and adjustment according to participant's needs and characteristics
portfolio of rafting session plans
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C6258 | SRORAF006A | Instruct rafting skills | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OBF05 | SISORAF004 | Lead rafting activities on grade 2 rivers | Unit of competency |
| OBF04 | SISORAF005 | Lead rafting activities on grade 3 rivers | Unit of competency |
| OBF00 | SISORAF006 | Lead rafting activities on grade 4 rivers | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D445 | SIS50310 | Diploma of Outdoor Recreation | Qualification |