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Locate, attract and catch fish

Locate, attract and catch fish

Unit of competency
National Code
SISOFSH001
State Code
OBF32
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
11/09/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/12/2019
Field of Education
092101 - Sport And Recreation Activities
Original Release Date
13/12/2019
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to locate, attract and catch fish using methods suited to targeted species. Recreational fishing activities are diverse and this unit is relevant to any type of fishing completed in any region or locality within different types of waters.It applies to leaders, guides or instructors, who use these skills when leading participants during fishing activities. Leadership skills are provided in complementary units. The unit can also apply to assistants and support staff.This unit applies to any type of organisation that delivers outdoor recreation activities including commercial, not-for-profit and government organisations.Recreational fishing is regulated by specific laws in each Australian state and territory with variable rules. All training and assessment activities must comply with the local, state or territory and international requirements.No occupational licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to fish.
  • 1.1. Determine target recreational species, identify their local habitat and select fishing locations suited to species.
  • 1.2. Determine appropriate fishing technique for target species.
  • 1.3. Select appropriate fishing rig, equipment and terminal tackle for target species and check working order.
  • 1.4. Select appropriate bait, lure or fly according to feeding preference of target species.
  • 1.5. Determine need for berley and select mix, as required.
  • 1.6. Assemble and balance fishing rig to suit target species, habitat and the fishing environment.
  • 1.7. Select clothing, footwear and personal protective equipment suitable for conditions; fit and adjust for comfort and safety.
  • 1.8. Confirm activity safety and emergency response procedures to ensure compliance during activities.
2. Locate fish.
  • 2.1. Read the water and hydrological features indicating fish habitat, identify signs of feeding activity and other indictors to determine likely location of fish.
  • 2.2. Identify fishing spots by use of visual marks.
  • 2.3. Use locator aids according to type of fishing and targeted species to assist with location of fishing spots.
  • 2.4. Record visual sightings and other data for future use in relocating fishing spots.
3. Attract and approach fish.
  • 3.1. Attract target fish using methods that utilise fish sight, tactile, taste and olfactory senses.
  • 3.2. Approach fish without alerting them.
  • 3.3. Disperse berley, as required, at appropriate intervals using methods suitable for attracting target species.
  • 3.4. Rig and present bait alive, dead, whole or in pieces to attract and catch fish, according to feeding preference of target species.
  • 3.5. Rig and present lure or fly to attract and catch target species.
4. Catch and land fish.
  • 4.1. Deploy fishing rig using appropriate technique to present bait, lure or fly to target species.
  • 4.2. Survey area for people present before casting to avoid injury.
  • 4.3. Hold rod and reel securely and use casting technique suited to type of outfit to achieve accuracy and distance.
  • 4.4. Identify own casting errors and adjust technique.
  • 4.5. Monitor and evaluate performance of fishing rig, bait, lure or fly, and make adjustments to optimise outcomes.
  • 4.6. Manage rig using species specific techniques; respond to bites and retrieve and land fish.
  • 4.7. Comply with permissions, recreational fishing and other regulations and codes of practice applicable to location.
5. Handle fish.
  • 5.1. Identify dangerous species of fish and handle to minimise risk to self and others.
  • 5.2. De-hook fish humanely using techniques appropriate to species.
  • 5.3. Handle and return undersized and unwanted fish to water humanely.
  • 5.4. Despatch retained fish humanely and use methods to keep catch in optimum condition.
  • 5.5. Handle and store live catch humanely and maintain in appropriate environmental conditions.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6378 SISOFSH201A Catch and handle fish Unit of competency
D6383 SISOFSH206A Locate and attract fish Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BEU9 SIS30619 Certificate III in Outdoor Leadership Qualification
BEV1 SIS20419 Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation Qualification