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Apply inland kayaking skills on Grade 2 water

Apply inland kayaking skills on Grade 2 water

Unit of competency
National Code
SISOKYK303A
State Code
D6399
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
28/11/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/10/2014
Field of Education
092101 - Sport And Recreation Activities
Original Release Date
15/10/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply inland kayaking skills on Grade 2 water. This unit focuses on personal kayaking skills, such as the ability to control and manoeuvre a kayak on Grade 2 water.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan a kayaking activity.
  • 1.1. Identify and plan food and water requirements according to principles of nutrition and contextual issues.
  • 1.2. Identify an appropriate activity location according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
  • 1.3. Access relevant sources to interpret weather and environmental information and determine activity plan.
  • 1.4. Identify potential hazards and obstacles associated with the activity and determine a contingency plan to minimise risks.
2. Select equipment.
  • 2.1. Select kayak and equipment according to contextual issues and organisational policies and procedures, and check working condition.
  • 2.2. Fit and adjust equipment according to manufacturer's specifications to ensure comfort, safety and suitability to the participant and kayak.
  • 2.3. Select personal equipment for the activity and identify the design and or construction features that make it appropriate.
  • 2.4. Select safety and rescue equipment appropriate to the activity location.
  • 2.5. Waterproof, pack and fasten equipment that is not required on hand, and prepare kayak for transportation if required.
3. Control kayak in moving water.
  • 3.1. Embark and disembark the kayak while maintaining stability.
  • 3.2. Apply appropriate strokes and techniques to cross and break into and out of currents.
  • 3.3. Negotiate or avoid hazards using a combination of strokes and techniques.
  • 3.4. Support the kayak using the paddle to prevent capsize.
  • 3.5. Apply knowledge of river and hydrological features to assist in controlling the kayak.
4. Plan and run a route through a rapid.
  • 4.1. Scout and assess sections of moving water to identify hydrological features, hazards and impediments.
  • 4.2. Select and navigate preferred route using efficient strokes and technique.
  • 4.3. Apply navigation skills to determine location and follow route.
  • 4.4. Maintain communication with other paddlers.
5. Roll a kayak in Grade 2 water.
  • 5.1. Determine roll techniques appropriate for Grade 2 water.
  • 5.2. Perform a roll and maintain calm while upside down in Grade 2 water.
  • 5.3. Regain paddling position promptly on completion of roll.
6. Apply capsize procedures.
  • 6.1. Exit the kayak in a controlled manner following capsize.
  • 6.2. Maintain appropriate body position in the water to minimise injury and entrapment.
  • 6.3. Manoeuvre the upturned kayak to shore or to rescue craft, and empty water from kayak.
  • 6.4. Re-enter the kayak in an eddy or bring ashore.
7. Evaluate kayaking activity.
  • 7.1. Evaluate relevant aspects of the kayaking activity.
  • 7.2. Identify improvements for future kayaking experiences.
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.
Food and water requirements may include:
menu planning and preparation
range of foods.
Principles of nutrition may include:
food groups
dietary guidelines
individual food requirements and allergies.
Contextual issues may include:
weather conditions, including times
season
transport
location
trip distance and duration
group objectives
group size.
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
use and maintenance of equipment
communication protocols
emergency and safety procedures
minimal impact codes
international river grading system
code of ethics.
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
weather warnings
event warnings
river levels
synoptic charts
high and low tide predictions
Hazards may include:
temperature extremes
slippery or unstable terrain
dangerous animals and insects
stinging trees and nettles
dense vegetation
group management hazards.
Obstacles may include:
rocks
piers
submerged items.
Contingency plan may include:
contingency exit points for group evacuation
summoning of assistance if required
alternative location and or route
spare equipment in case of loss or damage.
Risks may include:
weather conditions; including times
season
transport
location
trip distance and duration
group objectives
group size.
Equipment may include:
kayak
paddles
helmet
personal flotation device
spraydeck
safety and rescue equipment
first aid equipment.
Embark and disembark may include:
in eddies
in moving water
from a bank
ledge.
Techniques may include:
edging or leaning of kayak
using body weight and strength
using paddle and river features
stopping
steering
turning
capsizing
rolling
directional control
sweep control.
Moving water may include:
rivers with Grade 2, moving water
rapids with waves less than 1m
low ledges and drops, and easy eddies.
Communication may include:
calls
whistles
paddle signals
hand or arm signals
International River Signals.
Roll techniques may include:
screw
steyr
reverse screw
vertical paddle
C to C
hand.
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:
applies relevant process to plan equipment and supply requirements according to the conditions and duration of the kayaking activity
applies knowledge of rivers and hydrological features to manoeuvre kayak, interpret and negotiate hazards and rapids, and determine preferred route
demonstrates control of strokes, capsizing and rolling techniques in Grade 2 moving water
evaluates and reflects on own kayaking performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure participation in multiple kayaking activities in Grade 2 rapids that reflect local conditions to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
resources and information to plan and select appropriate equipment for the kayaking activity
suitable inland rivers with moving water, up to and including Grade 2 rapids
kayaking, navigation, first aid and safety and rescue equipment
a suitable and safe method of transport, if required to drive kayak 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 the planning and review process
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe conduct of all kayaking activities
observation of safe participation and demonstration of kayaking skills, such as capsizing and rolling a kayak
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:
SISOWWR201A Demonstrate self rescue skills in white water.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C6205 SROKYK003A Apply inland kayaking skills on Grade 2 water Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBF28 SISOKYK003 Paddle a kayak on grade 2 rivers Unit of competency