Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to participate in a kayaking activity under supervision. This unit focuses on the demonstration of kayaking skills, such as the ability to control and manoeuvre a kayak in controlled conditions. 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 assistant river kayaking guides or support staff under supervision in a range of controlled conditions. This unit may also apply to outdoor recreation 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
Prerequisite units |
Nil |
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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
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Plan for the kayaking activity. |
1.1. Identify and plan food and water requirements according to principles of nutrition and the conditions of the activity . 1.2. Identify an appropriate activity site according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures . 1.3. Access relevant sources to interpret weather and environmental information . 1.4. Identify possible hazards associated with the activity and minimise risks as advised by the supervisor. |
2. Select equipment. |
2.1. Select craft and equipment according to contextual issues and check to ensure that it is in good working condition. 2.2. Fit and adjust equipment to ensure comfort, safety and suitability to the participant and kayak. 2.3. Select personal clothing for the activity and identify the design and or construction features that make it appropriate. 2.4. Waterproof and pack equipment that is not required on hand and stow or fasten in a suitable manner. 2.5. Prepare equipment for safe transportation to activity location, where required. |
3. Apply control and manoeuvring techniques. |
3.1. Embark and disembark the kayak while maintaining stability. 3.2. Direct the kayak in a controlled manner. 3.3. Apply efficient stroke technique while directing the kayak, using the rudder if fitted. |
4. Apply capsize procedures. |
4.1. Exit the kayak in a controlled manner, and recover paddles and other equipment, following a capsize. 4.2. Manoeuvre the upturned kayak to shore or to rescue craft and empty out water, with assistance if required. 4.3. Demonstrate deep water re-entry techniques or take the kayak ashore. |
5. Secure kayak. |
5.1. Apply methods to secure the kayak to the bank, shore or jetty. 5.2. Secure the kayak, where appropriate, for road transport using suitable methods. |
6. Evaluate the kayaking activity. |
6.1. Evaluate relevant aspects of the kayaking activity. 6.2. Identify improvements for future kayaking experiences. |
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 participation in multiple kayaking activities in controlled 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. |
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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Food and water requirements may include: |
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Principles of nutrition may include: |
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Conditions may include: |
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Activity site may include: |
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Relevant legislation may include: |
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Organisational policies and procedures may include: |
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Relevant sources may include: |
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Weather and environmental information may include: |
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Hazards may include: |
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Risks may include: |
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Craft may include: |
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Equipment may include: |
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Contextual issues may include: |
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Stroke technique may include: |
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Relevant aspects may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Outdoor Recreation |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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Competency field
Competency field |