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SISOFSH310A
Tie simple fishing flies

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit applies to recreational fishers who are required to tie fishing flies for use freshwater and saltwater environments.

This unit may also apply to leaders working for outdoor education or adventure providers; volunteer groups; not-for-profit organisations or government agencies.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to tie a range of simple flies for both salt and freshwater fly fishing. The unit focuses on establishing fly design requirements, selecting appropriate fly patterns and sourcing materials and equipment suitable for tying a range of simple flies.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Nil

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential:

demonstrates knowledge of the techniques which apply to the tying of a fishing fly and selects appropriate fly tying tools, equipment and materials to match a selected pattern

uses a range of common patterns and a variety of fly tying techniques, tools, equipment and materials to tie simple fishing flies

inspects the finished fly to ensure it meets all requirements and tests it accordingly.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure production of multiple simple fishing flies for a range of target species that reflect local conditions to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.

Assessment must also ensure access to:

an appropriate workshop or facility to construct a range of tied fly fishing products

materials and equipment to tie fishing flies

resources and information regarding fly patterns and methods of tying flies.

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:

observation of testing and evaluating completed fishing flies

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of fly patterns to suit the targeted fish species and details of fly tying construction aimed at particular fish species

portfolio of completed fishing flies

third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

SISOFSH205A Construct and work simple fishing lures.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

problem-solving skills to:

respond appropriately to technology advancements

determine techniques and equipment to use when tying fishing flies

determine appropriate fly tying equipment and materials

literacy skills to read, interpret and implement fly tying information, patterns and material data sheets

planning and organising skills to:

source appropriate fly tying equipment and materials

determine a fly pattern

ensure all gear and equipment is in good working order

numeracy skills to calculate and estimate material quantities and weights

self management skills to review and reflect on own performance and set goals to improve techniques.

Required knowledge

organisational policies and procedures to enable safe conduct of activities

industry fly tying and fishing terminology to enable appropriate selection of fly fishing tools, equipment and materials

fly tying construction and evaluation techniques to ensure safe and effective use

equipment, tools and materials used to tie a simple fishing fly, its characteristics and technology, and advantages and disadvantages of the range of equipment

natural foods for each targeted fish species

fly patterns to suit the targeted fish species.

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.

Target Fish species may include:

trout

salmon

barramundi

mangrove jack

sooty grunter

queen fish

trevally

pike

bass

carp

snook

tarpon

bonefish

juvenile black marlin

pacific sailfish

kingfish

spanish mackerel

spotted mackerel

northern blue fine tuna

yellow fin tuna

wahoo

cobia

dolphin fish

bream.

Fly Patterns may include:

imitative

attractive

dry and wet flies

streamers

nymphs

terrestrials

emergers

poppers

hair bugs

freshwater and saltwater flies

blue water flies

warm water flies

lake patterns

still water patterns

running water patterns

fly assortments.

Fly Tying tools and equipment may include:

fly tying vises

lights

magnifying glasses

hackle pliers

needle point pliers

tweezers

scissors

bobbins

bobbin threaders

floss bobbins

hackle gauges

bodkins

tooth picks

dubbing twisters

dubbing rake

wing burners

whip finishers

hair stackers

fly-tying kits.

Fly Tying materials may include:

threads

yarns

furs

hair

feathers

wool

tinsel

cork

foam

balsa

lead wire

wire

hooks or hook storage

synthetics

mylar cord

eyes

beads, such as glass, ceramic, brass, tungsten

cones

tying liquids

silicone

epoxy resins

glues

waxes

floatants.

Organisational policies and procedures may include:

occupational health and safety

safety and emergency procedures

use, maintenance and storage of equipment

manufacturer's design specifications and recommendations for equipment use

accepted industry best practice

risk management procedures

communication protocols

code of ethics.

Tie the fishing fly may include:

additional ballast materials

tread starting techniques

wrapping or winding techniques

whip finishing of threads

application of tying liquids

dubbing processes

hackle fitting techniques

head wrapping techniques

addition of special effect materials

use of sealers

fly finishing processes

fly protectant chemicals or lacquers

fly floatant chemicals.

Evaluation may include:

presentation of fly on or in the water

ability to attract fish

ability to catch fish

efficiency of fly in catching fish

durability

ease of use

cost of tying

level of difficulty

accuracy in casting.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Identify target fish species capable of being lured by an artificial fly. 
Identify the natural foods for each targeted fish species. 
Determine a fly pattern which meets the target species and environmental application. 
Select appropriate fly tying tools and equipment and fly tying materials to match a selected pattern according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Select an appropriate hook and tie the fishing fly as detailed in the fly pattern. 
Add special effects and detail to the fly. 
Finish the fly and add sealers, protectants or floatants as required. 
Inspect the finished fly to ensure it meets design parameters, presentation requirements and quality of workmanship according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Trial and test fly action in specific fishing environments. 
Evaluate the performance of the fly. 
Identify and implement improvements to the fly as required. 

Forms

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