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SISOPWC202A
Demonstrate simple personal water craft skills in controlled conditions

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit applies to those working as assistant personal water craft guides or support staff under supervision. This may include those working as lifeguards or search and rescue crew. This unit also applies 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 ride a personal water craft in controlled conditions. This unit focuses on the demonstration of basic personal water craft skills on flat undemanding water.

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:

applies relevant process to plan and select craft, equipment and route suitable to the conditions and duration of the activity

performs pre start and safety checks on the personal water craft and corrects any deficiencies

demonstrates control and manoeuvring techniques and modifies technique according to change in weather and water conditions to maintain the safety of self and others

evaluates and reflects on own performance to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas that need improvement.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure participation in multiple personal water craft activities on controlled waters to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.

Assessment must also ensure access to:

resources and information, such as weather sources, to plan and select equipment for the activity

a suitable body of water, with winds under 10 knots, seas less than 1.0 metre and surf no higher than 0.5 metre

personal water craft equipment, tools and spare parts, safety and first aid equipment, and aids to small craft navigation

a suitable and safe method of transport, if required to drive craft to and from activity location.

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:

oral and or written questioning to assess knowledge of safety aspects and technique, such as how weight transfer affects cornering

observation of safe participation and demonstration of technique while maintaining control of the craft at all times

written and or verbal self evaluation.

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:

SISOPWC201A Select and maintain a personal water craft

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills

teamwork skills to work with others to lift, carry and secure personal water crafts safely

communication skills to interact with supervisor, passengers and other water craft users

listening skills to follow instructions and directions from the supervisor, passengers and rescue crew

planning and organising skills to select a suitable location and minimal impact route

problem-solving skills to plan and follow a route

first aid and emergency response skills appropriate to the location to enable initial response to emergencies and personal health care.

Required knowledge

legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe conduct of all personal water craft activities

minimum impact codes applicable to riding personal water craft

types of personal water crafts and equipment, characteristics and technology and factors affecting appropriate selection

personal water craft features to ensure safety

equipment and apparel requirements for personal water craft riding, such as a wetsuit to maintain warmth, dryness and sun protection

riding techniques, such as cornering, braking, body positioning, weight transfer and use of the throttle, and how these control the ride

navigation techniques to determine location and direction

principles of nutrition to maintain health during activity

basic weather and environmental information to ascertain possible conditions and their affect on the activity

sea features, such as currents, waves and tides, and how these might impact on the personal water craft riding experience

purpose and importance of safety features of craft

maintenance tools and repair kits and how to use them in case of equipment failure

emergency and rescue procedures appropriate for the craft and location to ensure risk minimisation to self and group.

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.

Food and water requirements may include:

menu planning and preparation

range of foods.

Principles of nutrition may include:

food groups

dietary guidelines

individual food requirements and allergies.

Contextual issues may include:

weather conditions, including times

season

transport

location

trip distance and duration

group objectives

group size.

Relevant legislation may include:

occupational health and safety

permits or permission for access

environmental regulations

marine regulations

Organisational policies and procedures may include:

occupational health and safety

use and maintenance of equipment

communication protocols

emergency procedures

noise limits

code of ethics.

Relevant sources may include:

Bureau of Meteorology

media

land managers or agencies

coastal patrol or coastguard

volunteer marine rescue

local knowledge.

Weather and environmental information may include:

satellite images

daily and weekly forecasts

maximum and minimum temperatures

weather warnings

event warnings

river levels

synoptic charts

high and low tide predictions.

Hazards may include:

temperature extremes

slippery or unstable terrain

dangerous animals and insects

stinging trees and nettles

dense vegetation

group management hazards

slippery or unstable shore

poor posture, poor technique

poor carrying techniques

poor carrying techniques

loose or insecure craft when being transported

other craft.

Obstacles may include:

buoys

piers

submerged items

other craft.

Risks may include:

hypothermia

heat exhaustion

injuries

exhaustion

lost party or party member

equipment and course failure.

Equipment and apparel may include:

personal water craft equipment

tools and spare parts

safety and first aid equipment

aids to small craft navigation.

Personal water craft may include:

pole skis

two, three and four seater personal water craft.

Pre start checks may include:

fuel is connected

battery is charged and connected

kill switch

fumes, petrol

fuel and water leaks

bilge water levels

controls and cables

oil and fuel

drive shaft.

Technique may include:

change in posture and position on craft

sitting and standing

weight transfer and distribution

speed

throttle control

stopping

driving

turning or manoeuvres.

Water conditions may include:

winds no more than 10 knots

seas less than 1.0 metre

surf no higher than 0.5 metre.

Relevant aspects may include:

objectives

planning process

activity site

weather

equipment selection

clothing selection

food selection

instructional content

instructional technique

assessment technique

group feedback

directing techniques

rescue techniques employed.

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 food and water requirements according to principles of nutrition and contextual issues. 
Identify an appropriate activity site after consideration of relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 
Choose routes or lines to minimise damage to the environment. 
Access relevant sources to interpret weather and environmental information and determine activity plan. 
Identify possible hazards and obstacles associated with the activity and minimise risks as advised by the supervisor. 
Communicate trip plans to an appropriate person, including an emergency contact. 
Select equipment and apparel suitable for all possible weather conditions and check to ensure that it is in good working condition. 
Fit and adjust equipment according to manufacturer's specifications, to ensure comfort and safety. 
Identify the factors affecting equipment selection. 
Determine and carry an in- field repair kit, and adequate fuel provisions. 
Carry out pre start checks of personal water craft, to manufacturer's specifications, and take action to correct any deficiencies. 
Stow equipment, stores and personal items. 
Confirm number of passengers does not exceed craft design limits and or legislative requirements. 
Prepare, secure, load and unload personal water craft, where required, for safe transportation to activity location. 
Start personal water craft using recommended technique to maintain safety and stability. 
Adopt appropriate posture, balance and weight distribution when riding on varying conditions to achieve efficiency, comfort and control. 
Modify technique to account for obstacles and changes in water conditions, and apply recommended weight transfer techniques during cornering. 
Apply recommended emergency stop procedures and complete launching and retrieval in line with safe practice. 
Identify aids to small craft navigation and use navigational aids and landmarks to determine and monitor craft position and to select routes that minimise damage to the environment. 
Apply collision avoidance techniques, when required, in accordance with relevant legislation, recognised regulations and rules. 
Apply group or bunch riding techniques and communicate with other craft and waterways users to maintain safety. 
Evaluate relevant aspects of the activity. 
Identify improvements for future rides. 
Consider the impact of craft use on others and the environment. 

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