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Abseil single pitches using fundamental skills

Abseil single pitches using fundamental skills

Unit of competency
National Code
SISOABS001
State Code
OBG07
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
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to abseil single pitches at a fundamental skill level and to belay other abseilers.It applies to assistant leaders and support staff who use these skills when assisting with the delivery of recreational abseiling activities for groups of participants. They work under close supervision, and according to instructions and guidance provided by supervising activity leaders who may be guides or instructors.This unit applies to any type of organisation that delivers outdoor recreation activities including commercial, not-for-profit and government organisations.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for the abseil.
  • 1.1. Select clothing, footwear and personal protective equipment suitable for the abseil and conditions.
  • 1.2. Confirm activity safety and emergency response procedures to ensure compliance during activities.
  • 1.3. Confirm protocols for communications between abseiler and belayer.
  • 1.4. Discuss and identify, with supervising leader, position of natural features and the abseil route.
  • 1.5. Attach descending device to abseil rope and tie knots suitable for the established belay system and check with supervising leader.
  • 1.6. Complete equipment safety checks prior to abseiling or belaying.
2. Abseil using single pitch descent techniques.
  • 2.1. Use safety procedures at top of and throughout descent to minimise risk to self and others present.
  • 2.2. Use appropriate posture and abseiling techniques to execute descents.
  • 2.3. Safely approach, avoid or negotiate hazards to descend in a controlled manner.
  • 2.4. Maintain effective communication with belayer throughout descent.
3. Belay abseilers under supervision.
  • 3.1. Avoid or negotiate hazards and use safety procedures to minimise risk to self and others present.
  • 3.2. Establish belaying position and attach self to anchor, as required, to allow effective and safe use of belay system.
  • 3.3. Maintain rope tension to minimise fall distance and ensure abseiler movement is not unduly restricted.
  • 3.4. Monitor abseiler progress constantly, and maintain clear communication with abseiler.
  • 3.5. Arrest falls promptly using technique suitable to belaying device and situation, and seek leader’s assistance to allow abseiler to continue.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6250 SISOABA201A Demonstrate abseiling skills on artificial surfaces Unit of competency
D6260 SISOABN201A Demonstrate abseiling skills on natural surfaces Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BEV1 SIS20419 Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation Qualification