Modification History
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TP Version |
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SFI11v2 |
Initial release. Supersedes and is not equivalent to SFIDIVE305B Undertake emergency procedures in diving operations using self-contained underwater breathing apparatus |
Unit Descriptor
This unit of competency involves acting as a surface and in-water standby diver, providing assistance in an emergency situation and performing a self-rescue ascent during occupational diving operations using self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (SCUBA).
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit. Therefore it will be necessary to check with the relevant state or territory regulators for current licensing, legislative or regulatory requirements before undertaking this unit.
Application of the Unit
Completion of this and other diving units may lead to further accreditation in occupational diving by industry and/or regulatory authorities. Check with the relevant industry or regulatory body for specific requirements.
All enterprise or workplace procedures and activities are carried out according to relevant government regulations , licensing and other compliance requirements , including occupational health and safety (OHS ) guidelines , and maritime and occupational diver codes of practice and procedures.
Equipment operation, maintenance, repairs and calibrations are undertaken in a safe manner that conforms to manufacturer instructions. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE ) is selected, checked, used and maintained.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor
Pre-Requisites
HLTFA311A |
Apply first aid |
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Perform surface standby-diver activities for divers using SCUBA |
1.1. Surface standby-diver activities during operations conform to appropriate emergency/rescue procedures according to the equipment used 1.2. A state of readiness to ensure prompt action in the event of an emergency is maintained at all times |
2. Perform in-water standby-diver activities using SCUBA |
2.1. In-water standby-diver activities conform to appropriate emergency/rescue procedures according to the equipment used 2.2. Communication lines are maintained with the surface team to ensure all necessary rescue action is undertaken |
3. Employ correct techniques for emergency situations when using SCUBA |
3.1. Assistance is given in the recovery of an unconscious or injured diver from the surface to dry land or the deck of a dive platform in a manner that prevents further injury 3.2. Ascent in an emergency situation is managed by controlling buoyancy, while identifying an emergency situation where shedding weights may be necessary |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
Required skills include:
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Required knowledge |
Required knowledge includes:
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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 evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit |
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
Assessment must confirm knowledge of:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment is to be conducted at the workplace or in a simulated work environment. Resources may include:
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Method of assessment |
The following assessment methods are suggested:
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Guidance information for assessment |
This unit may be assessed holistically with other diving units. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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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Relevant government regulations , licensing and other compliance requirements may include: |
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OHS guidelines may include: |
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PPE may include: |
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Operations may include: |
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Equipment may include: |
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Emergency may include: |
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Communication may include: |
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Assistance may include: |
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Ascent may include: |
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Shedding weights may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Diving operations