Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan and performs a dive using surface supplied air, complete post dive procedures, and act as dive tender during operation. Dives are to be conducted in a recreational context and are not to exceed 18 metres in depth.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to current or aspiring dive guides or instructors working in controlled open water recreational environments to a maximum depth of 18 metres. This may include those working for private dive schools or companies.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
This unit does not describe the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required for commercial seafood harvesting.
Pre-Requisites
SISOSCB301A SCUBA dive in open water to a maximum depth of 18 metres
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. Plan for an open water dive using surface supplied air. |
1.1. Identify potential risks and emergency procedures according to relevant legislation , organisational policies and procedures and industry technical and safety criteria . 1.2. Identify an appropriate activity site or location according to contextual issues , relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 1.3. Access relevant sources to interpret weather and environmental information and determine activity plans. 1.4. Establish a communication system to use with buddy and dive tender while diving. |
2. Select and use equipment for open water dives using surface supplied air. |
2.1. Select suitable equipment after consideration of design and or construction features and contextual issues. 2.2. Check working condition of all equipment components and report any faults according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 2.3. Select personal clothing for pre and post dive according to conditions. 2.4. Determine and apply maintenance procedures for surface supplied air diving equipment. 2.5. Assemble, prepare and don all equipment. |
3. Conduct an open water dive using surface supplied air. |
3.1. Prepare the surface supplied air unit for use. 3.2. Conduct a pre-dive safety check and deep water entry. 3.3. Perform a five -point descent . 3.4. Swim a distance of at least 25 metres underwater on surface supplied air. 3.5. Perform diving techniques and emergency procedures. 3.6. Perform a five -point ascent , followed by a deep water exit. 3.7. Roll and store the diver air hose according to organisational policies and procedures and manufacturer's instructions. |
4. Act as dive tender. |
4.1. Conduct dive tender duties for a diver performing an open water dive using surface supplied air. 4.2. Monitor diver progress constantly and respond appropriately to emergencies. |
5. Evaluate diving activity. |
5.1. Evaluate relevant aspects of the dive. 5.2. Identify improvements for future diving experiences. |
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 open water dives using surface supplied air that are of a sufficient duration to allow the participant 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. |
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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Risks may include: |
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Emergency procedures may include: |
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Relevant legislation may include: |
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Organisational policies and procedures may include: |
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Industry technical and safety criteria may include: |
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Contextual issues may include: |
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Relevant sources may include: |
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Weather and environmental information may include: |
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Equipment may include: |
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Maintenance procedures may include: |
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Five -point descent may include: |
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Diving techniques may include: |
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Five -point ascent may include: |
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Dive tender duties may include: |
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Relevant aspects may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Outdoor Recreation
Competency Field
SCUBA