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Demonstrate basic skills to sail a small boat in controlled conditions
Demonstrate basic skills to sail a small boat in controlled conditions
Unit of competency
National Code
SISOYSB201A
SISOYSB201A
State Code
D6529
D6529
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/03/2012
Field of Education
092101 - Sport And Recreation Activities
Original Release Date
08/03/2012
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to rig and sail a small boat on a marked course in controlled conditions, under supervision. This unit also focuses onparticipating in capsize, towing and crew recovery drills.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan for the sailing activity.
- 1.1. Select an activity site or location with controlled conditions according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
- 1.2. Access relevant sources to interpret weather and environmental information.
- 1.3. Identify potential hazards within the small boat sailing environment and implement strategies to reduce risks, as advised by the supervisor.
- 1.4. Identify food and water requirements to maintain physiological well being during activity.
2. Select equipment.
- 2.1. Select small boat and equipment according to design and construction features and check working condition.
- 2.2. Identify and select suitable sails for boat.
- 2.3. Select clothing suitable for the prevailing and expected conditions.
- 2.4. Fit and adjust equipment to ensure comfort, safety and suitability.
3. Rig and de-rig small boat.
- 3.1. Identify the main parts of a small boat and fittings on the mast and boom.
- 3.2. Identify sails and their component parts.
- 3.3. Use appropriate knots to rig sails, under supervision.
4. Launch and land small boat.
- 4.1. Determine wind direction to identify safe and easy launching location.
- 4.2. Launch and land the small boat in calm, controlled conditions while maintaining stability, direction and speed control.
- 4.3. Adopt position on the small boat, and secure the centreboard and rudder.
5. Sail a marked course in calm conditions.
- 5.1. Apply primary boat controls, and identify their effect on boat movement.
- 5.2. Determine wind direction and use wind, wind indicators and directional change to follow the marked course.
- 5.3. Use wind indicators and angle of the sail to vary speed and use a basic heave to as a reference point.
- 5.4. Identify when the boat is being sailed close hauled and sail to the destination directly upwind
- 5.5. Identify the No-Go Zone perimeters and tack the boat from close-hauled to close-hauled.
- 5.6. Determine when the boat is being sailed on a dead run and gybe the mainsail while the boat remains sailing on a dead run.
- 5.7. Identify potential hazards of gybing while sailing downwind, and implement strategies to avoid the unexpected gybe.
6. Perform capsize drills.
- 6.1. Identify and implement procedures for capsize according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
- 6.2. Demonstrate technique and order of events to right a small boat, as part of a team, according to organisational policies and procedures.
7. Participate in towing drills.
- 7.1. Identify situations requiring towing and prepare boat for towing.
- 7.2. Tow boat safely under instructor guidance, according to organisational policies and procedures.
- 7.3. Release boat from tow under instructor guidance, according to organisational policies and procedures.
- 7.4. Implement, under direct supervision and instructor guidance, a crew recovery drill, in the event of separation of a crew member from the boat.
8. Return small boat ashore.
- 8.1. Prepare and raise centreboard and rudder for return.
- 8.2. Carry and stow the small boat according to supervisor's directions and organisational policies and procedures.
- 8.3. Stow or store equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations, supervisor's directions and organisational policies and procedures.
9. Evaluate sailing activity.
- 9.1. Evaluate relevant aspects of the activity.
- 9.2. Identify improvements for future small boat sailing experiences in controlled conditions.
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.
Controlled conditions may include:
light winds of 0-8 knots
sheltered waters with partially smooth waters
wave height up to 0.3m.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety
permits or permission for access
environmental regulations
marine regulations.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
occupational health and safety
use, maintenance and storage of equipment
communication protocols
sailing etiquette
minimal impact environmental codes
code of ethics.
Relevant sources may include:
Bureau of Meteorology
media
land managers or agencies
coastal patrol or coastguard
volunteer marine rescue
local knowledge.
Weather and environmental information may include:
satellite images
daily and weekly forecasts
maximum and minimum temperatures
weather warnings
event warnings
river heights
synoptic charts
high and low tides.
Hazards may include:
temperature extremes
slippery or unstable terrain
dangerous animals and insects
stinging trees and nettles
dense vegetation
group management hazards
slippery or unstable shore
poor posture, poor technique
poor carrying techniques
loose or insecure craft when being transported
other craft.
Small boat may include:
18ft and under
single masted unballasted mono or multi-hulled vessel
stayed or unstayed mast
one, two or three sails.
Risks may include:
hypothermia
heat exhaustion
injuries
exhaustion
lost party or party member
equipment and course failure.
Food and water requirements may include:
range of foods
energy content
hydration.
Equipment may include:
safety and rescue equipment
protective equipment
small boat
sails.
Sails may include:
mainsail
jib
spinnaker.
Appropriate knots may include:
figure of eight
bowline
half hitch
reef knot
rolling hitch.
Primary boat controls may include:
mainsail
jib
balance
trim
centreboard.
Towing may include:
single tow
multiple tow
pick-up of tow
release from tow.
Crew recovery drills may include:
maintain sight of crew overboard at all times
teamwork
approach and stop to leeward of crew member in water
slow speed of approach
assist crew on board.
Relevant aspects may include:
objectives
planning process
activity site
weather
equipment selection
clothing selection
food selection
instructional content
instructional technique
assessment technique
group feedback
directing techniques
rescue techniques employed.
Controlled conditions may include:
light winds of 0-8 knots
sheltered waters with partially smooth waters
wave height up to 0.3m.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety
permits or permission for access
environmental regulations
marine regulations.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
occupational health and safety
use, maintenance and storage of equipment
communication protocols
sailing etiquette
minimal impact environmental codes
code of ethics.
Relevant sources may include:
Bureau of Meteorology
media
land managers or agencies
coastal patrol or coastguard
volunteer marine rescue
local knowledge.
Weather and environmental information may include:
satellite images
daily and weekly forecasts
maximum and minimum temperatures
weather warnings
event warnings
river heights
synoptic charts
high and low tides.
Hazards may include:
temperature extremes
slippery or unstable terrain
dangerous animals and insects
stinging trees and nettles
dense vegetation
group management hazards
slippery or unstable shore
poor posture, poor technique
poor carrying techniques
loose or insecure craft when being transported
other craft.
Small boat may include:
18ft and under
single masted unballasted mono or multi-hulled vessel
stayed or unstayed mast
one, two or three sails.
Risks may include:
hypothermia
heat exhaustion
injuries
exhaustion
lost party or party member
equipment and course failure.
Food and water requirements may include:
range of foods
energy content
hydration.
Equipment may include:
safety and rescue equipment
protective equipment
small boat
sails.
Sails may include:
mainsail
jib
spinnaker.
Appropriate knots may include:
figure of eight
bowline
half hitch
reef knot
rolling hitch.
Primary boat controls may include:
mainsail
jib
balance
trim
centreboard.
Towing may include:
single tow
multiple tow
pick-up of tow
release from tow.
Crew recovery drills may include:
maintain sight of crew overboard at all times
teamwork
approach and stop to leeward of crew member in water
slow speed of approach
assist crew on board.
Relevant aspects may include:
objectives
planning process
activity site
weather
equipment selection
clothing selection
food selection
instructional content
instructional technique
assessment technique
group feedback
directing techniques
rescue techniques employed.
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 small boat and equipment suitable for controlled conditions and uses terminology to identify parts and fittings of small boat
rigs small boat using appropriate knots, and launches, lands and returns boat while maintaining stability, direction and control
applies capsize procedures to right a small boat, and participates in towing and crew recovery drills while maintaining adequate communication with crew
evaluates and reflects on own small boat sailing performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure participation in multiple small boat sailing activities in controlled conditions that are of sufficient duration to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
resources and information to plan and select equipment for the sailing activity
a suitable location with sheltered waters, light winds of 0-8 knots, wave height up to 0.3m, and controlled conditions suitable to participants
a qualified leader or supervisor
a small sailing boat, suitable sails and safety 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 or written questioning to assess knowledge of small boat sailing environments, including wind direction and speed and possible hazards
observation of safe participation and demonstration of basic small boat sailing techniques and manoeuvres
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
selects small boat and equipment suitable for controlled conditions and uses terminology to identify parts and fittings of small boat
rigs small boat using appropriate knots, and launches, lands and returns boat while maintaining stability, direction and control
applies capsize procedures to right a small boat, and participates in towing and crew recovery drills while maintaining adequate communication with crew
evaluates and reflects on own small boat sailing performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure participation in multiple small boat sailing activities in controlled conditions that are of sufficient duration to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
resources and information to plan and select equipment for the sailing activity
a suitable location with sheltered waters, light winds of 0-8 knots, wave height up to 0.3m, and controlled conditions suitable to participants
a qualified leader or supervisor
a small sailing boat, suitable sails and safety 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 or written questioning to assess knowledge of small boat sailing environments, including wind direction and speed and possible hazards
observation of safe participation and demonstration of basic small boat sailing techniques and manoeuvres
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C6362 | SROYSB001B | Use basic skills to sail a small boat in controlled conditions | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OBE92 | SISOSAI001 | Sail small boats in smooth water and light to moderate wind conditions | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDL8 | DEF10117 | Certificate I in Defence Skills | Qualification |
| J755 | SIS20213 | Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation | Qualification |
| J764 | SIS30713 | Certificate III in Sport Coaching | Qualification |