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Demonstrate abseiling skills on artificial surfaces
Demonstrate abseiling skills on artificial surfaces
Unit of competency
National Code
SISOABA201A
SISOABA201A
State Code
D6250
D6250
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/02/2014
Field of Education
092101 - Sport And Recreation Activities
Original Release Date
14/02/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to participate in basic abseiling activities on artificial surfaces under supervision. This unit focuses on the demonstration of simple abseiling skills in a controlled artificial environment.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for abseiling activity.
- 1.1. Identify associated hazards and procedures to minimise risks for abseiling on artificial surfaces, as advised by the leader.
- 1.2. Comply with relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
2. Select and utilise appropriate equipment.
- 2.1. Identify, select and use equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
- 2.2. Adjust and fit equipment to ensure personal comfort and safety.
- 2.3. Select and attach descending device to the rope and tie knots suitable to the belay system being used.
- 2.4. Complete all necessary personal and equipment safety checks including belay systems used, prior to commencing descent.
3. Demonstrate abseiling technique.
- 3.1. Demonstrate correct posture and technique while abseiling, using single and or double rope.
- 3.2. Demonstrate use of effective communication between abseiler and belayer using standard calls and procedures.
- 3.3. Negotiate simple obstacles and avoid hazards safely, to descend in a controlled manner.
4. Evaluate the abseiling activity.
- 4.1. Receive feedback on performance from leader.
- 4.2. Evaluate relevant aspects of the abseiling activity.
- 4.3. Identify personal improvements for future abseiling activities.
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.
Hazards may include:
Fitting and fixtures
Surface irregularities
dangerous animals and insects
Slippery surfaces
Risks may include:
Emotional risk
injuries
exhaustion
equipment and misuse
Artificial surfaces may include:
portable or fixed wall
fixed tower or bridge
indoor or outdoor
single pitch.
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
use of equipment
communication protocols
emergency procedures
code of ethics.
Equipment may include:
helmets
protective clothing
karabiners
harnesses
gloves
footwear
belay device
rope
descending device.
Safety checks may include:
A - anchors - secure and suitable to application
B - buckles - locked as per manufacturers recommendations
C- connector - locked, secured and orientated
D - devices - threaded correctly and secured
E - organisation specific procedures including; end or rope knots, friction hitches, belayer ready, helmet chin strap, clothing, jewellery and hair secured.
F- friend - cross check.
Belay and Descending devices may include:
auto locking devices
figure 8 devices
plate devices
tubular devices
inline devices.
Belay system may include:
top belay
bottom brake
self belay.
Communication may include:
calls
radio
hand signals
whistles.
Obstacles may include:
ledges
overhangs
squeezes.
Relevant aspects may include:
objectives
equipment selection
clothing selection
instructional content
instructional technique
assessment technique
group feedback
directing techniques.
Hazards may include:
Fitting and fixtures
Surface irregularities
dangerous animals and insects
Slippery surfaces
Risks may include:
Emotional risk
injuries
exhaustion
equipment and misuse
Artificial surfaces may include:
portable or fixed wall
fixed tower or bridge
indoor or outdoor
single pitch.
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
use of equipment
communication protocols
emergency procedures
code of ethics.
Equipment may include:
helmets
protective clothing
karabiners
harnesses
gloves
footwear
belay device
rope
descending device.
Safety checks may include:
A - anchors - secure and suitable to application
B - buckles - locked as per manufacturers recommendations
C- connector - locked, secured and orientated
D - devices - threaded correctly and secured
E - organisation specific procedures including; end or rope knots, friction hitches, belayer ready, helmet chin strap, clothing, jewellery and hair secured.
F- friend - cross check.
Belay and Descending devices may include:
auto locking devices
figure 8 devices
plate devices
tubular devices
inline devices.
Belay system may include:
top belay
bottom brake
self belay.
Communication may include:
calls
radio
hand signals
whistles.
Obstacles may include:
ledges
overhangs
squeezes.
Relevant aspects may include:
objectives
equipment selection
clothing selection
instructional content
instructional technique
assessment technique
group feedback
directing techniques.
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:
selects and fits abseiling equipment, and carries out personal safety checks
follows written and verbal instructions to apply knowledge and demonstrate controlled abseiling techniques on an artificial surface
negotiates obstacles and hazards during the abseiling activity, and communicates effectively with the belayer or leader to ensure safety of self and others
Receives feedback from leader and evaluates and reflects on own abseiling performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure participation in abseiling activities that are of sufficient duration to allow the participant to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
resources and information regarding abseiling techniques and potential hazards of the artificial surface
a suitable artificial abseiling site with simple obstacles and features that allow participant to demonstrate simple abseiling skills
a qualified leader
abseiling 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 and or written questioning to assess knowledge of organisational policies and procedures to enable safe participation in abseiling
observation of safe participation and demonstration of abseiling skills and techniques, such as communicating with belayer and descending in a controlled manner
observation of dealing with contingencies
third-party reports from a leader detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISOABN202A Safeguard an abseiler using a single rope belay system
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
selects and fits abseiling equipment, and carries out personal safety checks
follows written and verbal instructions to apply knowledge and demonstrate controlled abseiling techniques on an artificial surface
negotiates obstacles and hazards during the abseiling activity, and communicates effectively with the belayer or leader to ensure safety of self and others
Receives feedback from leader and evaluates and reflects on own abseiling performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure participation in abseiling activities that are of sufficient duration to allow the participant to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
resources and information regarding abseiling techniques and potential hazards of the artificial surface
a suitable artificial abseiling site with simple obstacles and features that allow participant to demonstrate simple abseiling skills
a qualified leader
abseiling 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 and or written questioning to assess knowledge of organisational policies and procedures to enable safe participation in abseiling
observation of safe participation and demonstration of abseiling skills and techniques, such as communicating with belayer and descending in a controlled manner
observation of dealing with contingencies
third-party reports from a leader detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISOABN202A Safeguard an abseiler using a single rope belay system
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C6056 | SROABA001A | Demonstrate simple abseiling skills on artificial surfaces | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OBG07 | SISOABS001 | Abseil single pitches using fundamental skills | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J755 | SIS20213 | Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation | Qualification |