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.

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Select tackle outfit

1.1. Select rod suitable to the function, location, habitat and target fish species.

1.2. Select reel according to the rod and style of fishing.

1.3. Select line according to the rod, reel and type of fishing.

2. Balance outfit

2.1. Identify the benefits of matching rod, reel and terminal tackle.

2.2. Balance rod to reel and match line class to rod and reel, according to the requirements for line selection, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

2.3. Select additional equipment that may be required to complete tackle balancing and apply correct use for a specific type of outfit.

3. Apply casting techniques

3.1. Apply safety procedures to ensure safety of self and others prior to casting according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

3.2. Identify spool actions for different types of reel.

3.3. Determine fly casting techniques and situations where each technique is used.

3.4. Apply appropriate fly casting technique according to the situation, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

3.5. Determine the use of different parts of a reel and apply in casting.

3.6. Hold rod and reel correctly and apply casting technique according to type of outfit to achieve distance, accuracy and efficiency.

4. Repair and maintain outfit

4.1. Identify outfit service and maintenance requirements and demonstrate routine maintenance and service of tackle outfit according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

4.2. Clean outfits while fishing according to organisational policies and procedures.

4.3. Repair rods, reels, lures and tackle in the field according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

Required skills

problem-solving skills to:

match rod, reel and line

put together a balanced outfit for casting

apply correct casting techniques according to the situation

planning and organising skills to:

select and use suitable fishing tackle outfits

repair and maintain outfits in the field

self management skills to take responsibility for the implementation of safe casting to ensure safety of self and others.

Required knowledge

legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe and legal conduct

minimal impact codes to ensure protection of the fishing environment

species of fish, habitats, locations and conditions to select appropriate fishing tackle outfits

types of rods, reels and lines and their functions

different spool actions of reels and methods of reel control

balancing tackle to improve casting distance and accuracy

specific parts of casting rods and reels

components of reels and their uses to simplify casting

casting techniques suitable to outfit and situation

repair and maintenance procedures to conduct routine maintenance checks and repairs of outfit.

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 knowledge of different types of reels, rods, line and tackle to select, use and maintain fishing tackle outfits

selects matching rods, reels and lines suitable to the style of fishing and balances tackle appropriately

conducts routine repairs, maintenance and services on an outfit in the field.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure participation in multiple casting activities using fishing tackle outfits that reflect local conditions to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance.

Assessment must also ensure access to:

suitable locations to select, use and maintain fishing tackle outfits

a variety of fishing tackle outfit equipment suitable for use in a particular type of recreational fishing for a specific 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, using and maintaining fishing tackle outfits suitable to a particular species of fish and location

observation of balancing outfits according to the rod, reel and line being used, and of safe casting techniques

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant legislation, organisational policies and procedures, different types of tackle outfits, and factors affecting outfit selection

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:

SISOFSH205A Construct and work simple lures.

Guidance information for assessment

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.

Rod may include:

spinning

trolling

fly.

Habitat may include:

oceanic

pelagic

demersal

estuarine

river

impoundment

estuarine.

Reel may include:

threadline reel

bait caster

overhead reel

side cast

closed face

centre pin

fly.

Line may include:

monofilament

braided

fused.

Type of fishing may include:

off-shore light and heavy tackle game fishing

off-shore bottom fishing

lure and fly, and bottom fresh water fishing

estuary and beach fishing

light, heavy and fly estuary fishing.

Requirements for line selection may include:

line class, such as breaking strain

application.

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, repair and storage of outfits

manufacturer's design specifications and recommendations for equipment use

risk management procedures

communication protocols

code of ethics.

Outfit may include:

rods

reels

lines.

Fly casting techniques may include:

wet fly cast

false cast

roll and half roll cast

shortening in the air

slack line casts

mend casts.

Casting technique may include:

hand position

rod loading

accuracy

minimal backlash or line breakage

hand line

threadline reel

bait caster

overhead reel

side cast.

Routine maintenance and service may include:

checking and replacing rod guides and tips

cleaning rods and reels

dismantling reel, washing, servicing and re-assembling

checking for line abrasions

maintaining full reel spool by use of backing

caring for, protecting and storing lures, including skirt replacement.

Unit sector

Outdoor Recreation

This unit contains employability skills.