Modification History
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Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to instruct abseiling on multi pitch artificial surfaces. This unit focuses on planning, instructing and evaluating an instructional abseiling session to enable participants to achieve the skills and knowledge required to participate independently in multi pitch abseiling on artificial surfaces. No licensing, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit applies to those working as abseiling instructors in a range of multi pitch artificial conditions. 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
Refer to Unit Descriptor
Pre-Requisites
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Instruct abseiling on single pitch artificial surfaces |
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
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. Plan an abseiling session. |
1.1. Establish participant's needs and characteristics . 1.2. Determine participant's current abseiling knowledge in order to determine the session's aims and objectives . 1.3. Determine an appropriate instructional plan according to participant's needs and characteristics. 1.4. Develop an abseiling plan according to participant's needs and characteristics, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures . 1.5. Identify potential hazards associated with multi pitch abseiling on artificial surfaces and minimise risks , according to organisational policies and procedures, to ensure safety of participants. 1.6. Access relevant sources to interpret detailed weather and environmental information and determine contingency plans . |
2. Select and organise equipment and resources. |
2.1. Select and access equipment and resources according to contextual issues and organisational policies and procedures, and check that it is in good working condition. 2.2. Check equipment for safety and suitability, according to relevant legislation and manufacturer's recommendations, and adjust and fit to ensure personal comfort. 2.3. Check contents of first aid and rescue kits to ensure suitability to the location and activity. |
3. Brief participants. |
3.1. Communicate instructions and relevant information about the abseiling session in a manner appropriate to the participants. 3.2. Encourage participants to seek clarification, information and feedback as required during the session. 3.3. Establish a suitable communication system for participants to use while abseiling and belaying. 3.4. Inform participants of known and anticipated hazards, safety procedures and appropriate behaviour. |
4. Instruct an abseiling session. |
4.1. Conduct introductory activities for participants, to reduce the risk of injury. 4.2. Monitor individual participant's performance during abseiling session. 4.3. Apply clear and accurate instructional techniques to impart activity specific knowledge , abseiling skills and safety and rescue procedures . 4.4. Observe participants during abseiling and belaying and adjust or refine individual and or group technique as required. 4.5. Inform participants of opportunities to further develop their abseiling skills and knowledge. |
5. Complete post session responsibilities. |
5.1. Retrieve, inspect, repair and store equipment according to organisational policies and procedures and manufacturers specifications and recommendations. 5.2. Provide opportunities for participants to identify their personal progress and satisfaction with the session, and give feedback as required. 5.3. Receive feedback and evaluate relevant aspects of abseiling session, and determine the level of learning achieved. 5.4. Identify potential areas of improvement for future abseiling instruction sessions. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
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
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 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 instruction of multi pitch abseiling activities on artificial surfaces, using a variety of instructional techniques that reflect the needs and characteristics of a range of participants and are of sufficient duration to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance. Assessment must also include 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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Guidance information for assessment |
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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Participant's needs and characteristics may include: |
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Session's aims and objectives may include: |
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Instructional plan may include: |
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Abseiling plan may include: |
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Relevant legislation may include: |
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Organisational policies and procedures may include: |
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Hazards may include: |
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Artificial surfaces may include: |
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Risks may include: |
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Relevant sources may include: |
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Weather and environmental information may include: |
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Contingency plans may include: |
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Equipment may include: |
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Resources may include: |
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Contextual issues may include: |
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Relevant information may include: |
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Communication system may include: |
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Safety procedures may include: |
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Participant's performance may include: |
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Instructional techniques may include: |
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Activity specific knowledge may include: |
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Abseiling skills may include: |
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Safety and rescue procedures may include: |
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Opportunities may include: |
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Relevant aspects may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Outdoor Recreation |
Co-requisite units
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Competency field
Competency field |