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Surf waves using advanced manoeuvres

Surf waves using advanced manoeuvres

Unit of competency
National Code
SISOSRF003
State Code
OBE65
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 surf open face peeling waves up to two metres using a range of advanced skills for riding surfboards.It applies to leaders, guides or instructors, who use these skills when leading or instructing participants during surfing 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 to surf.
  • 1.1. Select surfboard and other equipment suitable for conditions, check for safe working condition and wax board, as required.
  • 1.2. Select exposure protection surf wear or exposure suit suitable for conditions; fit and adjust to ensure comfort and safety.
  • 1.3. Select a suitable area for surfing activities according to current conditions.
  • 1.4. Confirm activity safety and emergency response procedures to ensure compliance during activities.
  • 1.5. Confirm protocols for communications between party members and with others.
2. Manoeuvre the surfboard through advanced waves.
  • 2.1. Enter water in safe location, identify rips and select route to unbroken wave area.
  • 2.2. Paddle the board in trim to propel and control it through broken and unbroken waves.
  • 2.3. Negotiate broken and unbroken waves using duck dive and Eskimo roll manoeuvres.
3. Catch and ride waves using advanced manoeuvres.
  • 3.1. Observe surfing etiquette when catching and riding waves.
  • 3.2. Select appropriate waves to catch and identify optimum take off position.
  • 3.3. Ride waves under control from start to finish and exit wave safely.
  • 3.4. Traverse left and right along green face of spilling waves and maintain control of board.
  • 3.5. Execute bottom turns, top turns, re-entries, roundhouse and other cutbacks and trim board during manoeuvres.
  • 3.6. Link a range of surfing manoeuvres.
  • 3.7. Dismount board, safely, from prone and standing position.
4. Maintain own safety, and self rescue in advanced surf conditions.
  • 4.1. Safely approach, avoid or negotiate hazards to minimise risk of injury while surfing.
  • 4.2. Use techniques to maintain safety of self and others in the event of a wipe out.
  • 4.3. Maintain stability in water when separated from surfboard and return to shore.
  • 4.4. Recognise situations when assistance is required and implement required actions.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6504 SISOSRF406A Perform advanced level surfing manoeuvres Unit of competency