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Paddle a stand up board in sheltered coastal waters

Paddle a stand up board in sheltered coastal waters

Unit of competency
National Code
SISOSUP003
State Code
OBE59
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
25
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to paddle a stand up board as part of a group in sheltered coastal waters and according to planned downwinding courses. It requires the ability to self-rescue from a dismount and to rescue others in deep water.This unit provides skills to paddle in sheltered coastal waters defined as estuaries, embayments, areas enclosed or partly enclosed by islands or a fringing reef; or areas of exposed coastline with surf but without overfalls and tidal races present.Water would feature small waves up to 0.5 metre with no difficult landings. Paddlers at this level can paddle in moderate winds of 11 - 16 knots (Beaufort Scale). It applies to leaders, guides or instructors, who use these skills when leading participants during stand up paddle boarding activities. Leadership skills are provided in complementary units.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 paddle.
  • 1.1. Select stand up paddle board and other equipment suitable for conditions, and check for safe working condition.
  • 1.2. Select lifejacket, as required, exposure protection swim wear or exposure suit suitable for conditions, and check for safe working condition.
  • 1.3. Interpret planned course from activity plans and maps to assist in following the course.
  • 1.4. Select suitable area for paddle boarding activities according to current conditions
  • 1.5. Confirm activity safety and emergency response procedures to ensure compliance during activities.
  • 1.6. Confirm protocols for communications between paddlers.
  • 1.7. Fit and adjust exposure protection wear and lifejacket, as required, to ensure comfort and safety.
2. Paddle and manoeuvre stand up paddle board in sheltered coastal waters.
  • 2.1. Select a safe location to enter the water, propel and mount board while maintaining balance and stability.
  • 2.2. Control direction of paddle board forward, in reverse and when turning, using a range of appropriate strokes, leans and combinations.
  • 2.3. Maintain appropriate posture, stance and stroke technique to efficiently paddle the board.
  • 2.4. Establish and maintain an appropriate paddling rhythm and pace to minimise fatigue, strain and injury.
  • 2.5. Safely approach, and negotiate obstacles and hazards to minimise risk of injury.
  • 2.6. Maintain visual contact and effective communication with party members throughout all activities.
  • 2.7. Monitor party formation, paddling pace and space between boards and make required adjustments.
  • 2.8. Land and dismount paddle board at the shore while maintaining stability.
3. Rescue self in deep water.
  • 3.1. Use techniques to maintain safety of self and others in the event of a dismount.
  • 3.2. Flip paddle board when in deep water and remount.
  • 3.3. Manoeuvre the paddle and board to shore or to rescue craft when unable to remount.
  • 3.4. Maintain stability in water when separated from paddle board and return to shore.
4. Perform deep water rescues in sheltered coastal waters.
  • 4.1. Identify immediate hazards, assess risks and negotiate to avoid injury to self and others.
  • 4.2. Select and use other leaders or party members, equipment and rescue techniques appropriate to situation.
  • 4.3. Manoeuvre own board to rescuee, form a raft up as required, and assume a position that enables the rescue.
  • 4.4. Provide clear and concise instructions to rescuee and others assisting.
  • 4.5. Assist rescuee to flip and remount their board.
  • 4.6. Assess ability of rescuee to continue and tow to nearest safe landing, as required.
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