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Top rope climb single pitches, natural surfaces

Top rope climb single pitches, natural surfaces

Unit of competency
National Code
SISOCLM002
State Code
OBF73
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
35
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to climb single pitches on natural surfaces using top rope techniques. It also requires the ability to belay top rope climbers.It applies to leaders, guides or instructors, who use these skills when leading participants during top rope climbing activities. Leadership skills are provided in complementary units.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 the climb.
  • 1.1. Select clothing, footwear and personal protective equipment suitable for the climb and conditions.
  • 1.2. Confirm activity safety and emergency response procedures to ensure compliance during activities.
  • 1.3. Confirm protocols for communications between climber and belayer.
  • 1.4. Interpret route description; identify position of natural features, the climb route and contingencies.
  • 1.5. Attach and adjust belay equipment to self and tie knots suitable for the established belay system.
  • 1.6. Complete equipment safety checks prior to climbing or belaying.
2. Climb and descend single pitch routes using top rope techniques.
  • 2.1. Use safety procedures at bottom, top of and throughout climbs to minimise risk to self and others present.
  • 2.2. Use appropriate posture and climbing techniques suitable to natural features.
  • 2.3. Locate and evaluate natural features during climb and adjust technique to suit.
  • 2.4. Locate and utilise rest positions to reduce fatigue.
  • 2.5. Safely approach, avoid or negotiate hazards to ascend and descend in a controlled manner.
  • 2.6. Maintain effective communication with belayer throughout climb.
  • 2.7. Use appropriate posture and top rope lowering techniques during descent.
  • 2.8. Use techniques that minimise damage to equipment and the surface during climb.
3. Belay tope rope climbers.
  • 3.1. Avoid or negotiate hazards and use safety procedures to minimise risk to self and others present.
  • 3.2. Establish belaying position and attach self to anchor, as required, to allow effective and safe use of belay system.
  • 3.3. Maintain rope tension to minimise fall distance and ensure climber movement is not unduly restricted.
  • 3.4. Monitor climber progress constantly, and maintain clear communication with climber.
  • 3.5. Arrest falls promptly using technique suitable to belaying device and situation.
  • 3.6. Safely and efficiently secure climber using tie off techniques; release tie off and allow climber to continue.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6300 SISOCLN302A Apply climbing skills on natural surfaces Unit of competency
D6299 SISOCLN201A Demonstrate top rope climbing skills on natural surfaces Unit of competency