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Conduct advanced taping

Conduct advanced taping

Unit of competency
National Code
SISSSPT307A
State Code
D5602
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
28/11/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/10/2014
Field of Education
069907 - First Aid
Original Release Date
14/10/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge to apply taping and bracing techniques including knee joints, Achilles, shoulders and elbows to assist athletes in relation to ongoing injury prevention and post-injury support.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for taping.
  • 1.1. Identify the purpose for taping.
  • 1.2. Consult with athletes to identify contraindications and precautions for taping according to organisational policies and procedures and relevant legislation.
  • 1.3. Refer the athlete to appropriate personnel in the medical support team or a health care professional as required.
  • 1.4. Explain aims and objectives of the taping or bracing technique to athletes.
  • 1.5. Explain pre-taping requirements to athletes.
  • 1.6. Select appropriate tape and associated products for taping and or bracing of relevant area.
  • 1.7. Position the athlete for effective taping according to organisational policies and procedures.
2. Apply taping techniques.
  • 2.1. Apply techniques for taping or bracing of relevant joints to prevent injury and or provide post-injury support according to basic principles of biomechanics.
  • 2.2. Apply tape adherent where additional adherence is required.
  • 2.3. Apply a barrier where the athlete is allergic to adherent.
  • 2.4. Check circulation around taped area.
  • 2.5. Seek feedback from athlete and adjust taping where appropriate.
3. Remove tape.
  • 3.1. Remove tape using appropriate equipment and techniques.
  • 3.2. Apply tape remover sprays or solutions as required.
4. Implement self-care.
  • 4.1. Apply ergonomic practices to taping according to organisational policies and procedures.
  • 4.2. Adopt self-care protocols according to organisational policies and procedures and relevant legislation.
5. Evaluate the taping.
  • 5.1. Seek and acknowledge feedback from athletes and relevant personnel on the effectiveness of the taping.
  • 5.2. Identify areas where taping techniques could be improved and ways of obtaining this improvement.
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.
Purpose for taping may include:
injury prevention
post injury management.
Contraindications and precautions for taping may include:
diabetes
pain
elevated body temperature
swelling and inflammation
circulatory dysfunction
infection
allergic reaction to taping materials
cuts or wounds
previous injury.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
occupational health and safety
collecting health information from athletes
privacy
Code of Ethics
Code of Conduct
sports taping guidelines.
Relevant legislation may include:
occupational health and safety
duty of care.
Athletes may include:
beginner through to high performance level competitors
athletes under 16 years of age who require parent or guardian consent prior to being included in a training program
female or male athletes
athletes with a disability or special needs.
Medical support team may include:
physiotherapist
chiropractor
osteopath.
Health care professionals may include:
medical practitioner
physiotherapist
chiropractor
osteopath
paramedic.
Aims and objectives may include:
prevention of injury
management of existing injuries
stabilisation of joints.
Pre-taping requirements may include:
clean, dry skin
shaving.
Appropriate tape may include:
tape size
tape adhesiveness
tape removability
rigid adhesive tape
elastic adhesive tape
covering tape.
Associated products may include:
vaseline and gauze pads
hypoallergenic material
underwrap
cushioning foam
tape adherent
tape remover
elbow braces.
Techniques for taping or bracing of relevant joints may include:
elbows:
figure 6 or 8
full shoulder:
anchor strips
figure 8
repeat strapping
overlapping spirals
knees:
anchor strips
repeat taping
Achilles joint:
anchor strips
2-3 stirrups
figure 6 or 8
heel lock
locking tape.
Basic principles of biomechanics may include:
major muscle actions and movements
joint mechanics.
Barriers may include:
hypoallergenic material
underwrap.
Feedback may include:
pins and needles
numbness
pain
tightness.
Equipment may include:
blunt nose scissors
tape cutters.
Ergonomic practices may include:
body positioning
body weight
posture
hand positions
height of table.
Self-care protocols may include:
regular breaks
correct posture.
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:
communicates effectively with athletes to determine contraindications to taping and or bracing, clearly convey information about the purpose and process of taping and refer athlete to medical personnel as appropriate
selects and safely applies appropriate taping and bracing techniques which includes elbows, shoulders, achilles and knees and removes tape effectively with minimum discomfort to the athlete
completes taping activities within organisational safety systems and implements self care protocols.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure completion of multiple taping of elbows, shoulders and knees to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
a sporting environment appropriate to taping
facilities for taping requirements
athletes participating in sport or physical activity
taping equipment and products.
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:
observation of applying appropriate taping techniques to relevant areas
observation of interaction with athletes, including eliciting information about contraindications and previous injuries and dealing appropriately with contingencies
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of the relationship of the musculoskeletal system to correct taping techniques
third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
SISSSPT305A Support sports injury management.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C9977 SRSSPT010B Tape and/or brace elbow, Achilles and AC joint Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBE05 SISSSPT001 Implement sport injury prevention and management strategies Unit of competency