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Demonstrate snowboarding skills on beginner terrain
Demonstrate snowboarding skills on beginner terrain
Unit of competency
National Code
SISOSKB201A
SISOSKB201A
State Code
D6468
D6468
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Transition (Deleted)
Transition (Deleted)
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
03/08/2012
Field of Education
092101 - Sport And Recreation Activities
Original Release Date
03/08/2012
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to snowboard on beginner terrain such as a green run at a snowsport area.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan for a snowboarding activity.
- 1.1. Identify and plan food and water requirements according to principles of nutrition and the conditions of the activity.
- 1.2. Identify an appropriate activity site or location after consideration of contextual issues.
- 1.3. Identify possible hazards associated with the activity.
- 1.4. Access relevant sources to interpret weather and environmental information.
- 1.5. Comply with relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures as specified by the supervisor.
2. Select appropriate equipment.
- 2.1. Select suitable equipment after consideration of design and or construction features and contextual issues and check working order.
- 2.2. Adjust and fit equipment according to manufacturer's specification to ensure comfort and safety.
- 2.3. Select personal clothing for activity according to the design and or construction features appropriate to the conditions.
3. Demonstrate snowboarding skills.
- 3.1. Participate in pre-snowboarding warm ups and stretching exercises.
- 3.2. Demonstrate straight running with an upright centred stance while looking at terrain ahead.
- 3.3. Apply side-slipping with flexion extension and pressure control in the lateral and longitudinal plane on both toe and heel side.
- 3.4. Maintain a sliding traverse with centred pressure over the board.
- 3.5. Link a basic turn through the fall-line, showing a blend of the fundamental movements.
- 3.6. Control speed by turning the board across the fall line using a blend of the movements.
- 3.7. Approach hazards in a safe manner and minimise risks to self and group where possible.
4. Evaluate snowboarding activity.
- 4.1. Evaluate relevant aspects of the activity.
- 4.2. Identify improvements for future snowboarding 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:
range of foods:
perishability
packaging
storage.
Principles of nutrition may include:
food groups
dietary guidelines
individual food requirements and allergies.
Conditions may include:
snow:
surface snow conditions
terrain:
steepness of slope
run out
weather:
visibility
wind.
Contextual issues may include:
weather conditions, including times
season
transport
location
trip distance and duration
group objectives
group size.
Hazards may include:
temperature extremes
slippery or unstable terrain
dangerous animals and insects
stinging trees and nettles
dense vegetation
group management hazards.
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 heights
synoptic charts
high and low tides.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety
permits or permission for access
environmental regulations.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
operating procedures and company or enterprise policies
occupational health and safety
use and maintenance of equipment
communication protocols
emergency procedures
code of ethics
alpine responsibility code.
Equipment may include:
beanie
board
boots
bindings
wrist guards
gloves.
Comfort and safety may include:
length of snowboard
boot type.
Movements may include:
pressure control
steering
edging.
Risks may include:
hypothermia
heat exhaustion
injuries
exhaustion
lost party or party member
equipment failure.
Relevant aspects may include:
objectives
planning process
activity site
weather
equipment selection
clothing selection
food selection
instructional content
instructional technique
directing techniques
rescue techniques employed.
Food and water requirements may include:
range of foods:
perishability
packaging
storage.
Principles of nutrition may include:
food groups
dietary guidelines
individual food requirements and allergies.
Conditions may include:
snow:
surface snow conditions
terrain:
steepness of slope
run out
weather:
visibility
wind.
Contextual issues may include:
weather conditions, including times
season
transport
location
trip distance and duration
group objectives
group size.
Hazards may include:
temperature extremes
slippery or unstable terrain
dangerous animals and insects
stinging trees and nettles
dense vegetation
group management hazards.
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 heights
synoptic charts
high and low tides.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety
permits or permission for access
environmental regulations.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
operating procedures and company or enterprise policies
occupational health and safety
use and maintenance of equipment
communication protocols
emergency procedures
code of ethics
alpine responsibility code.
Equipment may include:
beanie
board
boots
bindings
wrist guards
gloves.
Comfort and safety may include:
length of snowboard
boot type.
Movements may include:
pressure control
steering
edging.
Risks may include:
hypothermia
heat exhaustion
injuries
exhaustion
lost party or party member
equipment failure.
Relevant aspects may include:
objectives
planning process
activity site
weather
equipment selection
clothing selection
food selection
instructional content
instructional technique
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 appropriate to the conditions and duration of the snowboarding activity
follows written and verbal instructions from leader to accurately apply knowledge and demonstrate snowboarding techniques and manoeuvres
practices a range of appropriate snowboarding skills, such as linking basic turns through the fall line, while maintaining balance and control
seeks advice and feedback from leader and evaluates and reflects on own snowboarding performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure participation in multiple snowboarding activities on beginner terrain to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
resources and information, such as principles of nutrition and weather sources, to accurately plan and prepare for the snowboarding activity
a suitable snowsport location with beginner terrain, such as green runs, for basic snowboarding skills to be demonstrated
a qualified leader or supervisor
equipment such as a snowboard, bindings, boots, suitable clothing, goggles, wrist guards and food and water.
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 snowboarding manoeuvres and techniques
observation of safe participation and demonstration of snowboarding skills, such as maintaining speed control
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:
SISONAV201A Navigate in tracked or easy untracked areas.
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 appropriate to the conditions and duration of the snowboarding activity
follows written and verbal instructions from leader to accurately apply knowledge and demonstrate snowboarding techniques and manoeuvres
practices a range of appropriate snowboarding skills, such as linking basic turns through the fall line, while maintaining balance and control
seeks advice and feedback from leader and evaluates and reflects on own snowboarding performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure participation in multiple snowboarding activities on beginner terrain to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
resources and information, such as principles of nutrition and weather sources, to accurately plan and prepare for the snowboarding activity
a suitable snowsport location with beginner terrain, such as green runs, for basic snowboarding skills to be demonstrated
a qualified leader or supervisor
equipment such as a snowboard, bindings, boots, suitable clothing, goggles, wrist guards and food and water.
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 snowboarding manoeuvres and techniques
observation of safe participation and demonstration of snowboarding skills, such as maintaining speed control
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:
SISONAV201A Navigate in tracked or easy untracked areas.
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| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J755 | SIS20213 | Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation | Qualification |