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Traverse caves

Traverse caves

Unit of competency
National Code
SISOCVE001
State Code
OBF59
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
11/09/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/12/2019
Field of Education
092101 - Sport And Recreation Activities
Original Release Date
13/12/2019
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to travel through caves which feature frequently travelled tracks and a range of formations and features that may or may not be reliably marked on maps. It requires the ability to safely negotiate a range of terrain obstacles, hazards and cave formations using techniques that minimise environmental damage to the cave.It applies to leaders, guides or instructors who use these skills when leading participants during caving activities. Leadership skills are provided in complementary units. The unit can also apply to assistants and or support staff.This unit applies to any type of organisation that delivers outdoor recreation activities including commercial, not-for-profit and government organisations.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for horizontal caving activities.
  • 1.1. Obtain information on the features, formations and particular hazards for local caves.
  • 1.2. Obtain and become familiar with cave maps, as available, and identify features that will assist with navigating the cave.
  • 1.3. Plan a route and determine contingency routes and emergency escapes.
  • 1.4. Select clothing, footwear and personal protective equipment suitable for caving conditions and activities.
  • 1.5. Confirm activity safety and emergency response procedures, and minimal impact caving codes to ensure compliance during activities.
  • 1.6. Confirm protocols for communications between party members.
  • 1.7. Complete equipment safety checks prior to caving activities.
2. Navigate in caves.
  • 2.1. Follow a route in a cave using a map, compass and underground navigation aids.
  • 2.2. Use techniques to estimate distance travelled.
  • 2.3. Identify features in the cave using map and compass to maintain route.
  • 2.4. Make minor adjustments to route according to prevailing conditions, and navigate using aids, map and compass as required.
3. Travel through caves.
  • 3.1. Maintain close contact and effective communication with party members throughout all activities.
  • 3.2. Safely approach, and negotiate obstacles, hazards and cave terrain to minimise risk of injury.
  • 3.3. Select and use caving techniques suitable to circumstances to move efficiently through caves.
  • 3.4. Utilise a range of climbing techniques to explore caves.
  • 3.5. Use techniques that minimise damage to equipment and the cave environment throughout all activities.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6328 SISOCVE201A Demonstrate caving skills Unit of competency