Elements and Performance Criteria
- Select and fit equipment.
- Ascend and descend a pitch using single rope techniques.
- Establish personal safety systems according to organisational policies and procedures.
- Ascend a fixed rope in a safe and time efficient manner.
- Demonstrate tuning of a single rope technique rig.
- Identify options for where changeovers can be performed safely and efficiently.
- Assess the situation and identify suitable obstacle avoidance or extrication procedures.
- Negotiate simple obstacles using single rope techniques and procedures while maintaining personal safety and minimal environmental impact.
- Demonstrate use of ascending and descending equipment using both a re-direction and a re-belay.
- Apply unassisted rescue techniques.
- Evaluate activity.