Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Boat terminology may include:
bow
stern
starboard
port
windward
leeward
aloft
below
above deck
amidship
head
galley
bridge
wheelhouse
transom
rail
cockpit
stowage
dry and wet areas
out of bounds areas.
Emergency equipment may include:
life preservers
fire extinguishers
distress signals
bilge pump or bailer
first aid kit
marine radio
personal flotation device
Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB).
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety
permits or permission for access
environmental regulations
marine regulations.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
occupational health and safety
boat procedures
communication protocols
code of ethics
minimal impact codes.
Industry technical and safety criteria may include:
British Sub-Aqua Club (BSAC)
Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI)
SCUBA Schools International (SSI).
Entry and exit hazards may include:
movement of boat and water
ladders
duckboards
access
other divers
equipment on deck.
Water entry may include:
giant stride
controlled seated or back roll.
Signal may include:
the 'ok' sign
wave for help.
Relevant aspects may include:
objectives
planning process
activity site
weather
equipment selection
clothing selection
food selection
instructional content
instructional 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 select and use SCUBA and emergency equipment on board a dive boat
negotiates entry and exit hazards and applies boat terminology to communicate with boat crew and other divers according to industry technical and safety criteria, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures
evaluates and reflects on own boat diving performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure participation in multiple dives off boats to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance
Assessment must also ensure access to:
resources and information to prepare and complete dives off boat
a suitable open water dive site to a maximum depth of 18 metres
a buddy to participate in boat dives
a suitable diving boat
SCUBA diving and emergency 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:
observation of safe participation and demonstration of dive techniques
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of entry and exit hazards, safety procedures and boat terminology
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.