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SISOSRF409A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Instruct basic to intermediate surfing skills

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency SISOSRF409A - Instruct basic to intermediate surfing skills
Description This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to instruct basic to intermediate surfing skills. This unit focuses on planning, instructing and evaluating instructional surfing sessions to enable participants to achieve the skills and knowledge required to participate independently, or with minimal supervision, in basic to intermediate surfing activities.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to those working as surfing instructors in a range of intermediate level surf conditions with waves of up to 1m. This may include those working for private outdoor adventure companies, volunteer organisations, not for profit organisations, not for profit organisations, government agencies, schools, surf camps, group instructors in outdoor education programs or those working as surf lifesavers that run associated surf survival and awareness programs for students.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites SISOSRF202A Demonstrate basic surfing manoeuvres in controlled conditionsSISOSRF303A Perform intermediate level surfing manoeuvres
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: Plan a surfing session.
  • Establish participant's needs and characteristics.
  • Assess participant's current surfing knowledge in order to determine the session'saims and objectives.
  • Determine an appropriate instructional plan according to participant's needs and characteristics.
  • Develop a surfing plan according to participant's needs and characteristics, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
  • Identify potential hazards associated with surfing and minimise risks according to organisational policies and procedures.
  • Access relevantsources to interpret detailed weather and environmental information and determine contingency plans.
       
Element: Select and organise equipment and resources.
  • Select and access equipment and resources according to contextual issues and organisational policies and procedures and check serviceability.
  • Check equipment for safety and suitability according to relevant legislation and manufacturer's recommendations and adjust and fit to ensure personal comfort.
  • Check contents of first aid and repair kits to ensure suitability to the location and activity.
       
Element: Brief participants.
  • Communicate instructions and relevant information about the surfing session in a manner appropriate to the participants.
  • Encourage participants to seek clarification, information and feedback as required during the session.
  • Establish a suitable communication system for participants to use while surfing.
  • Inform participants of known and anticipated hazards, safety procedures and appropriate behaviour.
  • Check and confirm that all participant equipment is fitted and adjusted.
       
Element: Instruct a surfing session.
  • Conduct introductory activities for participants to reduce the risk of injury.
  • Monitor individual participant's performance during surfing session.
  • Apply clear and accurate instructional techniques to impart activity specific knowledge, basic surfing manoeuvres or intermediate surfing manoeuvres, intermediate surfing techniques and safety and rescue procedures.
  • Inform participants of opportunities to further develop their surfing skills and knowledge.
       
Element: Complete post session responsibilities.
  • Retrieve, inspect, repair and store equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.
  • Provide opportunities for participants to identify their personal progress and satisfaction with the session, and give feedback as required.
  • Evaluate relevant aspects of the surfing session and determine the level of learning achieved.
  • Identify potential areas of improvement for future surfing instructional sessions.
       


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:

plans and delivers precise relevant information, explanations and demonstrations for multiple surfing sessions to ensure activities are conducted safely according to participant's needs and characteristics

observes and monitors the progress of participants and provides constructive feedback and intervention to improve basic to intermediate level surfing performance

uses and modifies instructional techniques and or activities to cater for a range of individual learning styles

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

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure instruction of safe surfing activities that reflect the needs and characteristics of a range of participants to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.

Assessment must ensure access to:

a suitable surfing site for the conduct of instructional sessions

a group of participants to take part in the basic to intermediate surfing session

equipment such as a suitable craft, wetsuit, safety and rescue equipment, personal clothing and food and water

resources and information regarding participants and location to accurately plan, instruct and document surfing sessions for a variety of participants.

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 application of legislation and organisational policies and procedures to safe conduct of all surfing activities

observation of safe surfing instruction, monitoring and adjustment according to participant's needs and characteristics

portfolio of surfing session plans

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:

SISOSRF304A Perform simple rescues in moderate surf conditions.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

communication skills to:

consult with participants to plan an appropriate surfing session

convey information about the safety aspects of the session

interact with participants to create a safe and positive environment

problem-solving skills to:

plan surfing sessions according to participant's needs and characteristics

address participant difficulties in developing techniques

anticipate and respond appropriately to non-routine situations

planning and organisation skills to:

source, allocate and coordinate resources, equipment and a suitable surfing site

monitor and evaluate progress

organise participants into manageable groups for surfing

language and literacy skills to:

produce surfing and instructional plans for the session

complete post session participant and self evaluations

apply for permission or permits to use a suitable surfing site to instruct a group

instructional techniques to suit a range of participant's needs, characteristics and learning styles

emergency response skills appropriate to the location to enable initial response and or rescue in emergencies whilst instructing surfing.

Required knowledge

legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe conduct of surfing activities

information about local surfing site to assist in the planning process and enable management of potential surfing hazards and any special restrictions applying to the area

equipment types, characteristics and technology used for surfing, the advantages and disadvantages of the range of equipment, and factors affecting appropriate selection of equipment

care and maintenance of surfing equipment to ensure prolonged life span and safety requirements

instruction techniques and theories applicable to a range of ages and learning abilities

basic to intermediate surfing manoeuvres and common communication systems used between surfers and swimmers to reduce risk

sources of surf conditions and weather and environmental information to ascertain possible conditions and their effect on the session

surf environments, including types and features of waves and how to select waves to surf

the effect of wind, tide, swell and ocean floors on surf conditions and appropriate responses

surfing etiquette to surf safely alongside other surfers and swimmers showing a common understanding

beach zones and signs to avoid hazards and minimise risks

surf survival and self rescue techniques to remove self or others from trouble in the surf

hazards and risks associated with surfing in various surf conditions and how to avoid or negotiate these

emergency and rescue procedures relevant to the 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.

Participant's needs and characteristics may include:

age

cultural factors

fitness level and physical capabilities

surfing skills and knowledge.

Session's aims and objectives may include:

developing surfing skills and techniques

education

development

therapy

fitness targets

recreation.

Instructional plan may include:

surfing activities and drills

duration of activities and drills.

Surfing plan may include:

session's aims and objectives

date and time

location

instructor and participant ratios

resources and equipment

food and water

weather details

safety requirements.

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:

time and budget constraints

communication protocols

confidentiality of participant information

code of ethics

support personnel.

Hazards may include:

temperature extremes

slippery or unstable terrain

dangerous animals and insects

stinging trees and nettles

dense vegetation

group management hazards.

Risks may include:

hypothermia

heat exhaustion

injuries

exhaustion

lost party or party member

equipment and course failure

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

event warnings

river levels

synoptic charts

high and low tide predictions.

Contingency plans may include:

change in weather

change in surf conditions

equipment failure

unavailability suitable surfing site.

Equipment may include:

surfing equipment

safety and rescue equipment.

Resources may include:

appropriate clothing

food and water

teaching aids.

Contextual issues may include:

weather conditions, including times

season

transport

location

trip distance and duration

group objectives

group size.

Relevant information may include:

equipment and resource requirements, selection and use

safety procedures

risk prevention measures

objectives

rules and codes

responsible and safe behaviour.

Communication system may include:

signs

hand signals

calls

whistles.

Safety procedures may include:

correct fitting equipment

appropriate spacing between participants

understanding of contingency and risk management plans

use of safety and rescue equipment.

Participant's performance may include:

use of appropriate communication system

basic surfing manoeuvres

intermediate surfing techniques and manoeuvres

surfing control and balance in various conditions

attitude

surf etiquette

negotiation of hazards

use and maintenance of equipment.

Instructional techniques may include:

simple to complex

part to whole

chronological

known to unknown

D.E.D.I.C.T:

demonstrate

explain

demonstrate

instruct

critique

test

E.D.I.C.T:

explain

demonstrate

instruct

critique

test

I.D.E.A:

introduce

demonstrate

explain

apply

Required knowledge may include:

basic surfing manoeuvres

intermediate surfing techniques and manoeuvres

surf environment and conditions

surf and weather reading skills

minimal impact practices

equipment selection, use and maintenance.

Basic surfing manoeuvres may include:

catching and riding wave

standing

traversing

turning.

Intermediate surfing manoeuvres may include:

appropriate wave selection

catching and riding wave

standing where appropriate to craft

traversing left and right along green face of spilling wave

performing and linking surfing manoeuvres

maintaining control of the board.

Intermediate surfing techniques may include:

forehand and backhand:

top turn

bottom turn

cutback

re-entry.

Safety and rescue procedures may include:

emergency response procedures

group management in emergency situations

understanding of safety practices

symptoms, treatment and prevention of common surfing risks

equipment checked and in good working condition

correct fitting and undamaged equipment

use of communication systems.

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
Establish participant's needs and characteristics. 
Assess participant's current surfing knowledge in order to determine the session'saims and objectives. 
Determine an appropriate instructional plan according to participant's needs and characteristics. 
Develop a surfing plan according to participant's needs and characteristics, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. 
Identify potential hazards associated with surfing and minimise risks according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Access relevantsources to interpret detailed weather and environmental information and determine contingency plans. 
Select and access equipment and resources according to contextual issues and organisational policies and procedures and check serviceability. 
Check equipment for safety and suitability according to relevant legislation and manufacturer's recommendations and adjust and fit to ensure personal comfort. 
Check contents of first aid and repair kits to ensure suitability to the location and activity. 
Communicate instructions and relevant information about the surfing session in a manner appropriate to the participants. 
Encourage participants to seek clarification, information and feedback as required during the session. 
Establish a suitable communication system for participants to use while surfing. 
Inform participants of known and anticipated hazards, safety procedures and appropriate behaviour. 
Check and confirm that all participant equipment is fitted and adjusted. 
Conduct introductory activities for participants to reduce the risk of injury. 
Monitor individual participant's performance during surfing session. 
Apply clear and accurate instructional techniques to impart activity specific knowledge, basic surfing manoeuvres or intermediate surfing manoeuvres, intermediate surfing techniques and safety and rescue procedures. 
Inform participants of opportunities to further develop their surfing skills and knowledge. 
Retrieve, inspect, repair and store equipment according to organisational policies and procedures. 
Provide opportunities for participants to identify their personal progress and satisfaction with the session, and give feedback as required. 
Evaluate relevant aspects of the surfing session and determine the level of learning achieved. 
Identify potential areas of improvement for future surfing instructional sessions. 

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