Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

SISOFSH202A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Select, catch and use bait

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency SISOFSH202A - Select, catch and use bait
Description This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to obtain and use bait for recreational fishing. This includes selecting preferred bait for a particular species, catching and presenting bait and using berley to attract a catch.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to those working as guides in controlled fishing environments across the recreational fishing industry. This may include those working as fishing tour guides, sports fishermen, retail tackle shop assistants or those working as guides in fishing programs. This unit may also apply to outdoor recreation leaders working for outdoor education or adventure providers; volunteer groups; not-for-profit organisations or government agencies.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Nil
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Select bait
  • Identify different frozen and fresh bait species for use within a particular habitat according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
  • Apply knowledge of fish feeding habits to determine the preferred bait and level of freshness for catching particular species.
  • Determine the advantages and disadvantages of each type of bait when used for particular fish species.
  • Select the preferred bait for recreational fishing according to contextual issues and organisational policies and procedures.
       
Element: Catch fresh bait
  • Identify and demonstrate methods for catching and collecting fresh bait according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
  • Use bait gathering equipment in a manner to maximise catch.
  • Apply appropriate methods to keep bait alive to enhance its effectiveness according to organisational policies and procedures.
       
Element: Present bait
  • Identify and apply different methods for presenting bait, according to type of tackle, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
  • Rig different baits to rigs according to situation.
  • Demonstrate methods for keeping dead bait.
       
Element: Use berley
  • Identify situations where different mixes of berley may be used to attract selected catch.
  • Undertake different methods of presenting berley at appropriate intervals in order to attract target species.
       


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:

differentiates between bait species and selects preferred bait according to the species of fish being caught and contextual issues

catches and collects fresh bait using bait gathering equipment and applies various methods of presenting bait and storing it alive and dead

presents and rigs bait according to the type of fish species targeted and tackle being used, and uses berley at appropriate intervals to attract target species.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure participates in multiple activities that involve selecting, catching and using bait in local conditions to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.

Assessment must also ensure access to:

resources and information regarding fish feeding habits to prepare for the baiting activity

suitable locations with sources of bait to allow participants to select, catch and use bait

sources of berley suitable to the situation

relevant equipment to catch and store bait within a particular habitat.

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 safe participation and demonstration of selecting, catching and using the preferred bait for the target species of fish

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant legislation, organisational policies and procedures, and the advantages and disadvantages of types of bait when used for particular fish species

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:

SISOFSH201A Catch and handle fish.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

problem-solving skills to:

differentiate between types of bait

identify the advantages and disadvantages of types of bait for particular species

determine methods for catching, presenting and storing live and dead bait

identify situations for using berley

planning and organising skills to:

select preferred bait according to contextual issues

source and use relevant bait gathering equipment

numeracy skills to control the timing of when and how often berley is released so it is presented at consistent intervals to attract target species.

Required knowledge

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

minimal impact codes to ensure protection of the fishing environment

bait habitats and the ability to recognise them

equipment used to catch bait, its characteristics and technology, and advantages and disadvantages of the range of equipment

fish feeding habits to determine the preferred bait for catching particular species

differences between bait types, advantages and disadvantages of types of bait, and methods for catching, presenting and storing live and dead bait

berley mixes for different species and methods of presenting berley at appropriate intervals.

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.

Bait may include:

prawns

yabbies

squid

worms

pilchards

seaweed

mud eyes

maggots

crickets

live fish

grasshoppers

octopus

cut baits

shellfish

green weed

cunjevoi.

Habitat may include:

oceanic

pelagic

demersal

estuarine

rivers

impoundment

estuarine.

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

safety and emergency procedures

use, maintenance and storage of fishing equipment

manufacturer's design specifications and recommendations for equipment use

bait and berley procedures

risk management procedures

communication protocols

code of ethics.

Contextual issues may include:

weather conditions, including times

season

transport

location

trip distance and duration

group objectives

group size.

Methods for catching and collecting fresh bait may include:

yabby pumps

trawling

digging

dredging

trapping

cast nets

line fishing

yabby nets

worm pumps.

Methods to keep bait alive may include:

use of ice water for mud eyes

placing of grasshoppers and crickets in a stocking

live bait tanks

buckets with aerators

keep nets

wet bags, cloth and sand.

Methods for presenting bait may include:

live

whole

pieces.

Rigs may include:

in-shore

off-shore

lake

river or stream.

Methods for keeping dead bait may include:

freezing

salting.

Berley may include:

fish offal

fish oils

grain by-products.

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 different frozen and fresh bait species for use within a particular habitat according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 
Apply knowledge of fish feeding habits to determine the preferred bait and level of freshness for catching particular species. 
Determine the advantages and disadvantages of each type of bait when used for particular fish species. 
Select the preferred bait for recreational fishing according to contextual issues and organisational policies and procedures. 
Identify and demonstrate methods for catching and collecting fresh bait according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 
Use bait gathering equipment in a manner to maximise catch. 
Apply appropriate methods to keep bait alive to enhance its effectiveness according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Identify and apply different methods for presenting bait, according to type of tackle, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 
Rig different baits to rigs according to situation. 
Demonstrate methods for keeping dead bait. 
Identify situations where different mixes of berley may be used to attract selected catch. 
Undertake different methods of presenting berley at appropriate intervals in order to attract target species. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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