Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to perform deep water rescues. This unit focuses on determining the most appropriate deep water rescue for the situation and applies during canoeing, kayaking and sea kayaking.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to those working as canoeing or kayaking guides or instructors in a range of controlled conditions in situations where the performance of deep water rescues may be required.
This unit may also apply to leaders working for outdoor education or adventure providers; volunteer groups; not-for-profit organisations or government agencies.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
Nil
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
1. Assess the situation. |
1.1. Identify and negotiate hazards and risks to self, other members of the group and capsized person or persons. 1.2. Determine most appropriate rescue method to use according to situational variances , relevant legislation , and organisational policies and procedures . 1.3. Select equipment and human resources available to perform a rescue according to organisational policies and procedures. |
2. Demonstrate rescue procedures. |
2.1. Deliver concise directions to the capsized person or persons and any others assisting in the rescue. 2.2. Manoeuvre rescue craft into a suitable position to enable a safe rescue. 2.3. Perform rescue in a safe manner according to situation, conditions and organisational policies and procedures. 2.4. Assist the rescuee back into their craft as required. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
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. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure participation in rescues in deep water locations that reflect local conditions to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance. Assessment must also ensure access to:
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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:
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
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Range Statement
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. |
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Hazards may include: |
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Risks may include: |
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Rescue method may include: |
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Situational variances may include: |
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Relevant legislation may include: |
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Organisational policies and procedures may include: |
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Equipment may include: |
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Craft may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Outdoor Recreation
Competency Field
Canoeing