ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the Evidence Guide.

1. Plan for the windsurfing activity.

1.1. Identify food and water requirements to maintain physiological well being during activity.

1.2. Select an activity site in moderate conditions according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

1.3. Access relevant sources to interpret weather and environmentalinformation, and determine potential conditions.

1.4. Identify potential hazards within the sailboarding environment and minimise risks.

2. Select equipment.

2.1. Identify the relationship between volume and body weight and the limitations of different boards and select a suitable sailboard hull.

2.2. Select equipment and spares according to design and construction features and check working condition.

2.3. Identify and select sail size appropriate for personal use.

2.4. Select clothing suitable for the prevailing and expected moderate conditions.

2.5. Fit and adjust equipment to ensure comfort, safety and suitability.

2.6. Load and attach, where relevant, rig and board to vehicle for transport.

3. Rig sailboard.

3.1. Rig the sailboard and adjust boom and head extensions for personal use in the prevailing conditions.

3.2. Fine tune the rig using downhaul, outhaul and battens.

3.3. Tie knots suitable to the windsurfing equipment, and describe their advantages, disadvantages and applications.

4. Launch and land sailboard.

4.1. Launch and land the sailboard to and from the beach, with rig and board connected, by lifting stern.

4.2. Uphaul in shallow water and put centreboard down and up while sailing.

4.3. Leave and return to shore on the most advantageous tack, according to prevailing conditions.

5. Manoeuvre the sailboard.

5.1. Use sailboard within designated and defined areas according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

5.2. Steer the sailboard efficiently, using body weight and rig.

5.3. Apply enhanced skills onall points of sail and during manoeuvres, and respond appropriately to wind gusts.

5.4. Adjust centre-board position as required, to improve stability.

5.5. Improve speed through sail and board trim.

5.6. Apply and improve on gybing, freestyle tricks and tacking from close haul by using body weight and rig.

5.7. Manoeuvre around a triangular course and apply the rules of the road.

5.8. Perform turning and emergency stops in restricted areas according to organisational policies and procedures.

6. Perform rescues.

6.1. Complete a competent self rescue in 10 knots or more.

6.2. Undertake rescue and towing of another sailor and board upwind.

6.3. Prepare self, rig and sailboard to allow towing by another sailboard and by a boat.

6.4. Apply alternative strategies if self rescue fails according to organisational policies and procedures.

7. Maintain and repair equipment.

7.1. Return sailboard to storage area or vehicle and stow in a manner to minimise damage according to organisational policies and procedures.

7.2. Identify and conduct routine inspection and maintenance tasks according to organisational policies and procedures.

8. Evaluate windsurfing activity.

8.1. Evaluate relevant aspects of the activity.

8.2. Identify improvements for future windsurfing experiences in moderate conditions.

Required skills

problem-solving skills to:

rig sailboard according to the prevailing weather conditions

determine wind direction

manoeuvre board in moderate conditions

perform freestyle tricks

use body weight, rig and centreboard to improve on gybing and tacking

apply rescuing and towing strategies according to the situation

planning and organising skills to:

allocate and select suitable windsurfing site with moderate winds

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

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

self management skills to:

review and reflect on own performance

set goals to improve technique

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 windsurfing activities

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

variations between parts of a sailboard from one model and or brand to another

locations for sailboarding, with moderate winds of 8-15 knots in enclosed waters

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

windsurfing manoeuvres and techniques, and methods to improve tacking and gybing

centre-board and sail positioning on all points of sail to manoeuvre sailboard efficiently

names of parts of the sail and how a sail works, using sail shape and wind strength, to improve on windsurfing technique

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

differences between sea breezes and land breezes and their affect on windsurfing and the affect of tides, currents and rips on launching, landing and manoeuvring sailboard

hazards and risks associated with sailboarding and the effects of moving water, tides, currents, rips and rivers on sailboarding

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 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 moderate winds and conditions, and conducts routine inspection and maintenance of equipment

rigs, launches and lands sailboard and applies enhanced windsurfing skills onall points of sail to improve speed and efficiency around a triangular course in moderate conditions

applies self rescue, rescue and towing of another sailor and board, and allows towing by another sailboard or boat, ensuring safety of self and others

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

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure participation in multiple windsurfing activities in moderate 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 windsurfing activity

a suitable location with moderate winds of 8-15 knots

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 windsurfing environments, including wind direction and speed, and possible hazards

observation of safe participation and demonstration of enhanced windsurfing 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.

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 requirements may include:

range of foods

energy content

hydration.

Moderate conditions may include

moderate winds, 8-15 knots

enclosed waters

wave height,with small chop only, max 25 cm.

Relevant legislation may include:

occupational health and safety

permits or permission for access

environmental regulations

marine legislation.

Organisational policies and procedures may include:

occupational health and safety

use, maintenance and storage of equipment

emergency procedures

communication protocols

windsurfing 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

stinging trees and nettles

dense vegetation

group management hazards

slippery or unstable shore

poor posture, poor technique

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 failure.

Sailboard may include:

boards that are greater than 320cm long with a battened sail.

Equipment may include:

wetsuits

drysuits

boots

gloves

Personal Flotation Devices, types 1, 2 and 3

different types and sizes of boards and sails

buoys to mark out a course

harness system

safety and first aid equipment

rescue equipment.

Spares may include:

rigging ropes

flares.

Knots may include:

half hitches

bowline.

Freestyle tricks may include:

pirouettes

tail sinks

sailing inside the boom.

Rules of the road may include

avoiding collisions

right of way.

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.