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Construct and work simple fishing lures
Construct and work simple fishing lures
Unit of competency
National Code
SISOFSH205A
SISOFSH205A
State Code
D6382
D6382
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Transition (Deleted)
Transition (Deleted)
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/02/2012
Field of Education
092101 - Sport And Recreation Activities
Original Release Date
29/02/2012
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to construct and work a range of simple fishing lures for both salt and freshwater fishing. The unit focuses on establishing lure design requirements, sourcing materials and equipment for lure construction and working lures to test their effectiveness.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Design a fishing lure
- 1.1. Identify target species and relevant lure application.
- 1.2. Identify key design features for the target species and application of the lure.
- 1.3. Design a lure suitable for the identified species and application.
- 1.4. Identify appropriate construction methods.
2. Construct a fishing lure
- 2.1. Evaluate, select and source appropriate materials and equipment suitable for lure manufacture according to organisational policies and procedures.
- 2.2. Construct a proto type lure according to design parameters and selected construction techniques.
- 2.3. Add special effects, paint and detail to the lure.
- 2.4. Apply appropriate finishes and sealers to the lure.
3. Evaluate effectiveness of the fishing lure
- 3.1. Apply methods to rig lures and balance lure to outfit.
- 3.2. Identify methods for working lures in different conditions.
- 3.3. Trial the lure in specific fishing environments and apply correct action when fish strike according to organisational policies and procedures and relevant legislation.
- 3.4. Test lure action and evaluate if the desired outcome has been achieved.
- 3.5. Evaluate the casting action and performance of the lure.
- 3.6. Identify and implement improvements to the lure as required.
- 3.7. Apply methods to maintain lures according to organisational policies and procedures.
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.
Target species may include:
ocean inshore and rock or beach fish
tropical species
estuary fish
offshore or bluewater
freshwater fish.
Key design features may include:
action
floatation
depth
sound
shape or profile
colour
fish diet
casting ability, aerodynamics
size
weight
patterns.
Types of lures may include:
poppers
fizzers
buzzer
slices
divers
float
suspenders
jigs
spinner baits
soft plastics
feather
spinner or blade
spoons.
Construction methods may include:
timber
moulded resins
moulded polyethylene
moulded plastics
cast metal
pressed metal
paint or finish
special effects
attachments hardware.
Materials may include:
hooks
eyelets
rings or split rings
bibs
stainless wire
towing clips
snap clips
glow in the dark materials
beads
eyes
scent
lead
fibreglass
plastics
metals
fillers
paints
finishing paints or lacquers.
Equipment may include:
rods
reels
lure templates
pliers
moulds
work bench
lights
vice
jigs
hammer
drill
chisel
file
rasp
power sander
sanding paper
plastic extruder
plastic cutter
resins
glue
paint or primer
stencils
finishing lacquers
face mask
drying racks or lathes
dust and fume extraction systems.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
occupational health and safety
safety and emergency procedures
use, maintenance and storage of lures and equipment
manufacturer's design specifications and recommendations for equipment use
lure construction procedures
casting techniques
accepted industry best practice
risk management procedures
communication protocols.
Correct action may include:
speed of retrieve
rod tip movement and action
trolling position
differing hand retrieves for fly fishing wet flies.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety
permits or permission for access
environmental regulations
marine regulations.
Evaluate may include:
action or movement of lure through the water
tow point positioning
bib size and shape
density
hook size, type and positioning
ability of lure to attract fish
efficiency of lure in catching fish
durability
ease of use
cost of construction.
Maintain lures may include:
tuning bibbed lures
sharpening hooks
removing grime
replacing worn or damaged parts.
Target species may include:
ocean inshore and rock or beach fish
tropical species
estuary fish
offshore or bluewater
freshwater fish.
Key design features may include:
action
floatation
depth
sound
shape or profile
colour
fish diet
casting ability, aerodynamics
size
weight
patterns.
Types of lures may include:
poppers
fizzers
buzzer
slices
divers
float
suspenders
jigs
spinner baits
soft plastics
feather
spinner or blade
spoons.
Construction methods may include:
timber
moulded resins
moulded polyethylene
moulded plastics
cast metal
pressed metal
paint or finish
special effects
attachments hardware.
Materials may include:
hooks
eyelets
rings or split rings
bibs
stainless wire
towing clips
snap clips
glow in the dark materials
beads
eyes
scent
lead
fibreglass
plastics
metals
fillers
paints
finishing paints or lacquers.
Equipment may include:
rods
reels
lure templates
pliers
moulds
work bench
lights
vice
jigs
hammer
drill
chisel
file
rasp
power sander
sanding paper
plastic extruder
plastic cutter
resins
glue
paint or primer
stencils
finishing lacquers
face mask
drying racks or lathes
dust and fume extraction systems.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
occupational health and safety
safety and emergency procedures
use, maintenance and storage of lures and equipment
manufacturer's design specifications and recommendations for equipment use
lure construction procedures
casting techniques
accepted industry best practice
risk management procedures
communication protocols.
Correct action may include:
speed of retrieve
rod tip movement and action
trolling position
differing hand retrieves for fly fishing wet flies.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety
permits or permission for access
environmental regulations
marine regulations.
Evaluate may include:
action or movement of lure through the water
tow point positioning
bib size and shape
density
hook size, type and positioning
ability of lure to attract fish
efficiency of lure in catching fish
durability
ease of use
cost of construction.
Maintain lures may include:
tuning bibbed lures
sharpening hooks
removing grime
replacing worn or damaged parts.
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:
demonstrates knowledge of the techniques which apply to the design and construction of a lure and selects appropriate equipment and materials
uses a range of common designs, construction methods, tools, equipment and materials to construct working lures
rigs, works and tests lure in specific fishing environments, and evaluates its effectiveness and identifies potential improvements.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure construction and evaluation of a range of lures suitable to local conditions to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
an appropriate lure construction area for safe construction, review, testing and evaluation of lures
a fishing environment to work and trial lures
materials and equipment to construct and rig lures.
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 all practical tasks
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of lure construction to suit the targeted fish species
observation of working, testing and evaluating lures
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:
SISOFSH310A Tie simple fishing flies.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
demonstrates knowledge of the techniques which apply to the design and construction of a lure and selects appropriate equipment and materials
uses a range of common designs, construction methods, tools, equipment and materials to construct working lures
rigs, works and tests lure in specific fishing environments, and evaluates its effectiveness and identifies potential improvements.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure construction and evaluation of a range of lures suitable to local conditions to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
an appropriate lure construction area for safe construction, review, testing and evaluation of lures
a fishing environment to work and trial lures
materials and equipment to construct and rig lures.
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 all practical tasks
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of lure construction to suit the targeted fish species
observation of working, testing and evaluating lures
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:
SISOFSH310A Tie simple fishing flies.
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