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Apply enhanced windsurfing skills in moderate conditions
Apply enhanced windsurfing skills in moderate conditions
Unit of competency
National Code
SISOYSA302A
SISOYSA302A
State Code
D6524
D6524
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Transition (Deleted)
Transition (Deleted)
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/10/2014
Field of Education
092101 - Sport And Recreation Activities
Original Release Date
14/10/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply enhanced windsurfing skills in moderate conditions. This includes launching, landing and sailing a sailboardin moderate winds and improving efficiency and response to wind gusts and other variables. This unit also focuses on steering on all points of sail, tacking and gybing as required, and executing rescues in moderate conditions.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan for the windsurfing activity.
- 1.1. Identify food and water requirements to maintain physiological well being during activity.
- 1.2. Select an activity site in moderate conditions according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
- 1.3. Access relevant sources to interpret weather and environmentalinformation, and determine potential conditions.
- 1.4. Identify potential hazards within the sailboarding environment and minimise risks.
2. Select equipment.
- 2.1. Identify the relationship between volume and body weight and the limitations of different boards and select a suitable sailboard hull.
- 2.2. Select equipment and spares according to design and construction features and check working condition.
- 2.3. Identify and select sail size appropriate for personal use.
- 2.4. Select clothing suitable for the prevailing and expected moderate conditions.
- 2.5. Fit and adjust equipment to ensure comfort, safety and suitability.
- 2.6. Load and attach, where relevant, rig and board to vehicle for transport.
3. Rig sailboard.
- 3.1. Rig the sailboard and adjust boom and head extensions for personal use in the prevailing conditions.
- 3.2. Fine tune the rig using downhaul, outhaul and battens.
- 3.3. Tie knots suitable to the windsurfing equipment, and describe their advantages, disadvantages and applications.
4. Launch and land sailboard.
- 4.1. Launch and land the sailboard to and from the beach, with rig and board connected, by lifting stern.
- 4.2. Uphaul in shallow water and put centreboard down and up while sailing.
- 4.3. Leave and return to shore on the most advantageous tack, according to prevailing conditions.
5. Manoeuvre the sailboard.
- 5.1. Use sailboard within designated and defined areas according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
- 5.2. Steer the sailboard efficiently, using body weight and rig.
- 5.3. Apply enhanced skills onall points of sail and during manoeuvres, and respond appropriately to wind gusts.
- 5.4. Adjust centre-board position as required, to improve stability.
- 5.5. Improve speed through sail and board trim.
- 5.6. Apply and improve on gybing, freestyle tricks and tacking from close haul by using body weight and rig.
- 5.7. Manoeuvre around a triangular course and apply the rules of the road.
- 5.8. Perform turning and emergency stops in restricted areas according to organisational policies and procedures.
6. Perform rescues.
- 6.1. Complete a competent self rescue in 10 knots or more.
- 6.2. Undertake rescue and towing of another sailor and board upwind.
- 6.3. Prepare self, rig and sailboard to allow towing by another sailboard and by a boat.
- 6.4. Apply alternative strategies if self rescue fails according to organisational policies and procedures.
7. Maintain and repair equipment.
- 7.1. Return sailboard to storage area or vehicle and stow in a manner to minimise damage according to organisational policies and procedures.
- 7.2. Identify and conduct routine inspection and maintenance tasks according to organisational policies and procedures.
8. Evaluate windsurfing activity.
- 8.1. Evaluate relevant aspects of the activity.
- 8.2. Identify improvements for future windsurfing experiences in moderate conditions.
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:
range of foods
energy content
hydration.
Moderate conditions may include
moderate winds, 8-15 knots
enclosed waters
wave height,with small chop only, max 25 cm.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety
permits or permission for access
environmental regulations
marine legislation.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
occupational health and safety
use, maintenance and storage of equipment
emergency procedures
communication protocols
windsurfing etiquette
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
slippery or unstable shore
poor posture, poor technique
poor carrying techniques
loose or insecure craft when being transported
other craft.
Risks may include:
hypothermia
heat exhaustion
injuries
exhaustion
lost party or party member
equipment failure.
Sailboard may include:
boards that are greater than 320cm long with a battened sail.
Equipment may include:
wetsuits
drysuits
boots
gloves
Personal Flotation Devices, types 1, 2 and 3
different types and sizes of boards and sails
buoys to mark out a course
harness system
safety and first aid equipment
rescue equipment.
Spares may include:
rigging ropes
flares.
Knots may include:
half hitches
bowline.
Freestyle tricks may include:
pirouettes
tail sinks
sailing inside the boom.
Rules of the road may include
avoiding collisions
right of way.
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.
Food and water requirements may include:
range of foods
energy content
hydration.
Moderate conditions may include
moderate winds, 8-15 knots
enclosed waters
wave height,with small chop only, max 25 cm.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety
permits or permission for access
environmental regulations
marine legislation.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
occupational health and safety
use, maintenance and storage of equipment
emergency procedures
communication protocols
windsurfing etiquette
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
slippery or unstable shore
poor posture, poor technique
poor carrying techniques
loose or insecure craft when being transported
other craft.
Risks may include:
hypothermia
heat exhaustion
injuries
exhaustion
lost party or party member
equipment failure.
Sailboard may include:
boards that are greater than 320cm long with a battened sail.
Equipment may include:
wetsuits
drysuits
boots
gloves
Personal Flotation Devices, types 1, 2 and 3
different types and sizes of boards and sails
buoys to mark out a course
harness system
safety and first aid equipment
rescue equipment.
Spares may include:
rigging ropes
flares.
Knots may include:
half hitches
bowline.
Freestyle tricks may include:
pirouettes
tail sinks
sailing inside the boom.
Rules of the road may include
avoiding collisions
right of way.
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 and select sailboard and equipment suitable for moderate winds and conditions, and conducts routine inspection and maintenance of equipment
rigs, launches and lands sailboard and applies enhanced windsurfing skills onall points of sail to improve speed and efficiency around a triangular course in moderate conditions
applies self rescue, rescue and towing of another sailor and board, and allows towing by another sailboard or boat, ensuring safety of self and others
evaluates and reflects on own windsurfing performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure participation in multiple windsurfing activities in moderate conditions to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
resources and information, such as weather sources, to plan and select equipment for the windsurfing activity
a suitable location with moderate winds of 8-15 knots
sailboarding, rescue and safety and first aid equipment.
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:
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of windsurfing environments, including wind direction and speed, and possible hazards
observation of safe participation and demonstration of enhanced windsurfing techniques and manoeuvres
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:
applies relevant process to plan and select sailboard and equipment suitable for moderate winds and conditions, and conducts routine inspection and maintenance of equipment
rigs, launches and lands sailboard and applies enhanced windsurfing skills onall points of sail to improve speed and efficiency around a triangular course in moderate conditions
applies self rescue, rescue and towing of another sailor and board, and allows towing by another sailboard or boat, ensuring safety of self and others
evaluates and reflects on own windsurfing performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure participation in multiple windsurfing activities in moderate conditions to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
resources and information, such as weather sources, to plan and select equipment for the windsurfing activity
a suitable location with moderate winds of 8-15 knots
sailboarding, rescue and safety and first aid equipment.
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:
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of windsurfing environments, including wind direction and speed, and possible hazards
observation of safe participation and demonstration of enhanced windsurfing techniques and manoeuvres
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
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| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J761 | SIS30413 | Certificate III in Outdoor Recreation | Qualification |