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SISOYSA201A
Demonstrate basic sailboarding skills in controlled conditions

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit applies to those working as assistant sailboarding guides or support staff under supervision in a range of controlled conditions, including light winds of 3-12 knots.

This unit also applies to outdoor recreation 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 perform basic sailboarding manoeuvres in controlled conditions. This includes launching, landing and sailing a sailboard, steering on all points of sail, tacking and gybing as required, and executing a full self rescue.

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 sailboard and equipment suitable for light winds and enclosed waters and conducts routine inspection and maintenance of equipment

rigs, launches and lands sailboard and maintains a stable, balanced position while manoeuvring around a small triangular course in controlled conditions

applies self rescue procedures, ensuring personal safety, and alternative rescues where required

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

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure participation in multiple sailboarding activities in controlled conditions 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 sailboarding activity

a suitable location with enclosed water, light winds of 3-12 knots and controlled conditions

a qualified leader or supervisor

sailboarding, rescue and safety and first aid equipment.

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 or written questioning to assess knowledge of sailboarding environments, including wind direction and speed, and possible hazards

observation of safe participation and demonstration of sailboarding techniques and manoeuvres

third-party reports from a supervisor detailing performance.

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

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

problem-solving skills to:

identify main parts of a sailboard and rig

determine wind direction

balance weight and maintain correct position on the board

manoeuvre board in varying conditions

identify alternative strategies if self rescue fails

planning and organising skills to:

select a location with light winds and enclosed waters

source sailboard, equipment, food and water

conduct routine inspection and maintenance checks of equipment

numeracy skills to:

select correct sized sail for board

determine points of sail in relation to course, wind direction and angles, such as reaching at right angles to the wind

literacy skills to interpret and apply weather and environmental information, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures

self-rescue and emergency response skills to enable initial response to emergencies.

Required knowledge

legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe conduct of all sailboarding activities

types of sailboards and equipment, characteristics and technology used for sailboarding, and factors affecting appropriate selection

parts of a sailboard for ease of identification

maintenance and transportation of equipment to ensure it remains safe and undamaged

sailboarding manoeuvres and techniques to sailboard through the water smoothly

sailboarding terminology, such asupwind, downwind, across the wind, to enable a common understanding

main points of sailboarding and sail positions to manoeuvre sailboard efficiently

the 'no go zone' and how to get upwind

information on tide and wind to assist in launching, landing and manoeuvring sailboard

locations for sailboarding, with light winds of 3-12 knots in enclosed waters

effects of on, cross and off-shore winds on a sailboarding area

hazards and risks associated with sailboarding and the effects of moving water, tides, currents, rips and rivers on sailboarding to enable safe conduct of activities

common wind terminology to enable clear communication

food and water requirements to maintain health and energy during activities

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

emergency and rescue procedures appropriate for 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 may include:

range of foods

energy content

hydration.

Controlled conditions may include

light winds, 3-12 knots

enclosed waters

wave height minimal to none.

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, maintenance and storage of equipment

emergency procedures

communication protocols

sailboarding etiquette

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

group management hazards

slippery or unstable shore

poor carrying techniques

loose or insecure craft when being transported

other craft.

Risks may include:

hypothermia

heat exhaustion

injuries

exhaustion

lost party or party member

equipment and course failure.

Equipment may include:

wetsuits

drysuits

boots

gloves

Personal Flotation Devices, types 1, 2 and 3

all - rounder boards

learner sails

safety and first aid equipment

rescue equipment.

Main parts of the board may include

bow

stern

rails

deck

fin

centreboard

footstraps

mast track fitting.

Main parts of the rig may include:

sail

mast

boom

uphaul

mast base.

Manoeuvre may include:

tacking

gybing

leaning the rig fore and aft, luffing up and bearing away.

Rules of the road may include:

avoiding collisions

right of way.

Reasons for self rescue may include:

lack of wind

too much wind, usually offshore

equipment failure

injury.

Alternate rescue strategies may include:

use of International distress signals

tying off to a mooring buoy.

Launching may include:

bow under one arm, uphaul rope in other hand

walk to knee deep water before putting down.

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.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Ensure sufficient food and water is available to maintain physiological well being during activity. 
Select an activity site in controlled conditions according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 
Access relevant sources to interpret weather and environmental information. 
Identify potential hazards within the sailboarding environment and minimise risks as advised by the supervisor. 
Select sailboard and equipment according to design and construction features and check working condition. 
Identify and select sail size appropriate for personal use. 
Select clothing suitable for the prevailing and expected conditions. 
Fit and adjust equipment to ensure comfort, safety and suitability. 
Load and attach, where relevant, rig and board to vehicle for transport. 
Identify main parts of the board and main parts of the rig. 
Rig sailboard, using correct tension, boom heights and adjustments and tie off loose ends according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Carry the rig and board to the launch site separately, in a manner that minimises damage, and attach for sailing. 
Determine wind direction to enable easy launching. 
Maintain stability while launching and landing the sailboard. 
Adopt position on the board, with one foot on either side of the mast, evenly spaced and on the centre line. 
Uphaul the sailboardusing a straight back and bent knees. 
Maintain a stable neutral position. 
Use sailboard within designated and defined areas according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 
Determine sailing direction and move off, on a beam reach, at right angles to the wind, using the crossover technique and correct stance. 
Control power by easing the sheet hand. 
Steer and turn the sailboard by leaning the rig forward over the bow and backward over the stern. 
Use tacking and close hauling to achieve an upwind goal. 
Manoeuvre the sailboard around a triangular course using all basic skills to points of sail and rules of the road. 
Perform emergency stops to avoid collision and implement strategies to avoid head injury when falling windward according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Identify reasons for self-rescue and complete a full self rescue according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Identify alternate rescue strategies if self rescue fails. 
Return sailboard to storage area or vehicle and stow in a manner to minimise damage according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Identify and conduct routine inspection and maintenance tasks according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Evaluate relevant aspects of the activity. 
Identify improvements for future sailboarding experiences. 

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