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Perform basic surf rescues

Perform basic surf rescues

Unit of competency
National Code
SISORSC007
State Code
OBE93
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
25
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to perform rescues and recoveries in surf conditions with waves up to 1 metre.It applies to leaders, guides or instructors, and others who use discretion and judgement to manage problems and emergencies when they arise.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. Determine rescue requirements and prepare for rescue.
  • 1.1. Assess situation, identify hazards promptly, assess risks and manage to avoid injury to self and others.
  • 1.2. Select and use other leaders or party members, equipment and rescue techniques appropriate to situation.
  • 1.3. Implement rescue operations according to organisational policies and procedures for emergency response.
2. Rescue others from surf.
  • 2.1. Provide clear and concise instructions to person being rescued and others assisting.
  • 2.2. Select approach and contact methods to minimise risk of injury or submersion of self as rescuer.
  • 2.3. Rescue person in surf using rescue tube and non-motorised rescue craft.
  • 2.4. Support, tow and monitor condition of rescued person.
  • 2.5. Use appropriate carrying techniques to ensure airways are kept clear.
  • 2.6. Utilise deep water resuscitation techniques according to standard practice and current guidelines.
3. Debrief and complete reports.
  • 3.1. Participate in incident management debrief and identify future response improvements.
  • 3.2. Complete required incident reports according to organisational procedures.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6502 SISOSRF304A Perform simple rescues in moderate surf conditions Unit of competency