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Coordinate lifeguard service at an aquatic facility

Coordinate lifeguard service at an aquatic facility

Unit of competency
National Code
SISCAQU013
State Code
AVD66
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/09/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/04/2016
Field of Education
092199 - Sport And Recreation, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
14/04/2016
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to implement and monitor lifeguard supervision requirements in an aquatic facility according to regulatory requirements.This unit applies to managers and coordinators in aquatic environments, such as council or commercially operated aquatic and leisure centres, who are responsible for supervising the activities of staff. Work is performed according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify lifeguard supervision requirements.
  • 1.1 Identify and document use of aquatic facility or environment.
  • 1.2 Access and interpret information to establish supervision requirements.
  • 1.3 Allocate resources to meet identified supervision requirements.
  • 1.4 Document details of supervision to be provided.
2. Implement supervision requirements.
  • 2.1 Communicate policies, procedures, roles and responsibilities to staff.
  • 2.2 Identify training requirements, current capability and fill gaps where required.
  • 2.3 Monitor, evaluate, and provide feedback on staff performance.
  • 2.4 Adjust supervision to meet changing requirements.
  • 2.5 Inspect the facility regularly to identify potential risks and take action to minimise within scope of responsibility.
3. Manage emergency situations.
  • 3.1 Communicate emergency procedures to staff.
  • 3.2 Conduct emergency drills according to agreed procedures.
  • 3.3 Assess and manage emergencies according to agreed procedures.
  • 3.4 Contact and use emergency services, as required.
  • 3.5 Record and report incidents.
4. Review and adapt lifeguard operations.
  • 4.1 Evaluate lifeguard operations according to agreed mechanisms.
  • 4.2 Review own performance and seek feedback from stakeholders.
  • 4.3 Review and implement modifications to lifeguard operations in response to feedback.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6164 SISCAQU416A Coordinate lifeguard service at an aquatic facility Unit of competency