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Evidence Guide: SISOCLA510A - Instruct lead climbing on multi pitch artificial surfaces

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SISOCLA510A - Instruct lead climbing on multi pitch artificial surfaces

What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?

Plan a climbing session.

  1. Establish participant's needs and characteristics.
  2. Assess participant's current climbing knowledge in order to determine the session'saims and objectives.
  3. Determine an appropriate instructional plan according to participant's needs and characteristics.
  4. Develop a climbing plan according to participant's needs and characteristics, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
  5. Identify potential hazards associated with climbing on artificial surfaces and minimise risks, according to organisational policies and procedures.
  6. Access relevantsources to interpret detailed weather and environmental information and determine contingency plans.
Establish participant's needs and characteristics.

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Assess participant's current climbing knowledge in order to determine the session'saims and objectives.

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Determine an appropriate instructional plan according to participant's needs and characteristics.

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Develop a climbing plan according to participant's needs and characteristics, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

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Identify potential hazards associated with climbing on artificial surfaces and minimise risks, according to organisational policies and procedures.

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Access relevantsources to interpret detailed weather and environmental information and determine contingency plans.

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Select and organise equipment and resources.

  1. Select and access equipment and resources according to contextual issues and organisational policies and procedures, and check serviceability.
  2. Check equipment for safety and suitability, according to relevant legislation and manufacturer's recommendations and adjust and fit to ensure personal comfort.
  3. Check contents of first aid and repair kits to ensure suitability to the location and activity.
Select and access equipment and resources according to contextual issues and organisational policies and procedures, and check serviceability.

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Check equipment for safety and suitability, according to relevant legislation and manufacturer's recommendations and adjust and fit to ensure personal comfort.

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Check contents of first aid and repair kits to ensure suitability to the location and activity.

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Brief participants.

  1. Communicate instructions and relevant information about the climbing session in a manner appropriate to the participants.
  2. Encourage participants to seek clarification, information and feedback as required during the session.
  3. Establish a suitable communication system for participants to use while climbing and belaying.
  4. Inform participants of known and anticipated hazards, safety procedures and appropriate behaviour.
  5. Check and confirm participants are properly equipped for the session.
Communicate instructions and relevant information about the climbing session in a manner appropriate to the participants.

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Encourage participants to seek clarification, information and feedback as required during the session.

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Establish a suitable communication system for participants to use while climbing and belaying.

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Inform participants of known and anticipated hazards, safety procedures and appropriate behaviour.

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Check and confirm participants are properly equipped for the session.

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Instruct a climbing session.

  1. Conduct warm-up and or introductory activities for participants to reduce the risk of injury.
  2. Monitor individual participant's performance during climbing session.
  3. Apply clear and accurate instructional techniques to impart activity specific knowledge, climbing skills and safety and rescue procedures.
  4. Demonstrate how emergency and non routine situations are to be dealt with according to organisational policies and procedures.
  5. Allow time for cooling down at the end of the session and inform participants of opportunities to further develop their climbing skills and knowledge.
Conduct warm-up and or introductory activities for participants to reduce the risk of injury.

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Monitor individual participant's performance during climbing session.

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Apply clear and accurate instructional techniques to impart activity specific knowledge, climbing skills and safety and rescue procedures.

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Demonstrate how emergency and non routine situations are to be dealt with according to organisational policies and procedures.

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Allow time for cooling down at the end of the session and inform participants of opportunities to further develop their climbing skills and knowledge.

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Complete post session responsibilities.

  1. Retrieve, inspect, repair and store equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.
  2. Provide opportunities for participants to identify their personal progress and satisfaction with the session and give feedback as required.
  3. Evaluate relevant aspects of climbing session, and determine the level of learning achieved.
  4. Identify potential areas of improvement for future climbing instructional sessions.
Retrieve, inspect, repair and store equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.

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Provide opportunities for participants to identify their personal progress and satisfaction with the session and give feedback as required.

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Evaluate relevant aspects of climbing session, and determine the level of learning achieved.

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Identify potential areas of improvement for future climbing instructional sessions.

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide

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 information, explanations and demonstrations for multi pitch climbing session 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 and modifies instructional techniques and or activities to improve climbing performance

instructs climbing activities, using a variety of instructional techniques that reflect the needs and characteristics of a range of participants

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 climbing activities, using instructional techniques that reflect the needs and characteristics of a range of participants to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance

Assessment must also ensure access to:

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

a multi pitch artificial climbing site suitable for the conduct of instructional sessions

a group of participants to take part in the climbing session

equipment such as harnesses, helmets, belay devices, ropes, gloves, karabiners, chalk, quick draws and climbing shoes.

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 and or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe conduct of all climbing activities during the session

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

review of climbing 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:

SISOVTR301A Perform vertical rescues

SISOCLA407A Apply multi pitch lead climbing skills on artificial surfaces

SISOCLA408A Establish belays for multi pitch climbing on artificial surfaces.

Guidance information for assessment

Required Skills and Knowledge

Required skills

communication skills to:

consult with participants to plan a climbing session that meets their needs

convey information about the safety aspects of the session

interact with participants to create a safe and positive climbing environment

problem-solving skills to:

plan a suitable climbing session according to participant's needs and characteristics

address participant difficulties in developing climbing techniques

anticipate and respond appropriately to non routine situations

planning and organising skills to:

source, allocate and coordinate resources, equipment and a multi pitch artificial site suitable for the participants

monitor and evaluate progress

organise participants into manageable groups for climbing and belaying

language and literacy skills to:

produce climbing and instructional plans for the climbing session

complete post session participant and self evaluations

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

personal climbing skills to a high level of technical correctness to demonstrate and explain climbing and belaying techniques to participants

first aid and emergency response skills appropriate to the location to enable initial response and or rescue in emergencies.

Required knowledge

relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe and non-discriminatory conduct of climbing session

site specific information to assist in the planning process and enable management of potential climbing hazards, and any special restrictions applying to the site

equipment types, characteristics and technology used for multi pitch climbing on artificial surfaces, the advantages and disadvantages of the range of equipment and factors affecting appropriate selection of equipment

clothing and footwear requirements for climbing activities to ensure comfort and safety

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

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

climbing techniques and common communication methods and calls used between climbers and belayers to reduce risk during multi pitch climbing on artificial surfaces

belay systems, devices and anchors appropriate for multi pitch artificial surfaces

technical climbing knowledge, such as techniques and procedures to suit the features of the surface

weather and environmental information to ascertain possible conditions and their affect on the session, if outdoors

hazards that may be experienced in an artificial climbing environment

emergency procedures, potential hazards and obstacles relevant to the location to ensure safety of self and others.

Range Statement

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

situational factors

previous experience

fitness level

climbing skills and knowledge

physical capabilities

injuries and illnesses.

Session's aims and objectives may include:

applying multi pitch climbing skills independently

establishing ropes for multi pitch climbing

selection and or use of equipment

self improvement

meeting people

fitness targets

adventure and recreation.

Instructional plan may include:

climbing activities and drills

duration of activities and drills.

Climbing plan may include:

session's aims and objectives

date, time and duration

location or site

instructor and participant ratios

resources

equipment

food and water

weather details

participant information

safety requirements.

Relevant legislation may include:

occupational health and safety

permits from land management authorities

authority or permission from land owners

equal opportunity

privacy

working with children

environmental regulations.

Organisational policies and procedures may include:

occupational health and safety

time and budget constraints

use and maintenance of equipment

communication protocols

confidentiality of participant information

instructor and participant ratios

emergency and safety procedures

code of ethics.

Hazards may include:

environmental hazards

set-up hazards

group management hazards

climber hazards

dangerous fauna

dangerous flora.

Artificial surfaces may include:

portable or fixed walls

fixed towers or bridges

indoor or outdoor

multi pitch.

Risks may include:

injuries and illness

gear fall

exhaustion

equipment failure.

Relevant sources may include:

Bureau of Meteorology

media

land managers or agencies

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.

Contingency plans may include:

change in weather

equipment failure

unavailability of artificial pitch.

Equipment may include:

climbing equipment

safety equipment

rescue equipment.

Resources may include:

food and water

personal clothing and footwear

teaching aids

suitable artificial structure for instructing climbing.

Contextual issues may include:

time of day

season

weather

location

equipment

experience of participants

experience of instructor

age of participants

physical health of participants

number of support staff

safety requirements

climber's and belayer's abilities

weight ratio of climber to belayer

group size

other users

pitch height

environmental impact

soundness of features

access and egress

group management.

Relevant information may include:

equipment requirements, selection and use

safety procedures

risk prevention

possible hazards

climbing and belaying techniques

communication

objectives

rules and codes

responsible and safe behaviour.

Communication system may include:

calls

radio

hand signals

whistles.

Safety procedures may include:

A - anchors - secure and suitable to application

B - buckles - locked as per manufacturers recommendations

C - connector - locked, secured and orientated

D - devices - threaded correctly and secured

E - organisation specific procedures including; end or rope knots, friction hitches, belayer ready, helmet chin strap, clothing, jewellery and hair secured.

F- friend - cross check.

Participant's performance may include:

use of appropriate communication system

climbing technique

belaying technique

attitude and behaviour

negotiation of hazards

use of equipment.

Instructional techniques may include:

simple to complex

part to whole

chronological

known to unknown

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

E.D.I.C.T.

I.D.E.A.

Required knowledge may include:

climbing skills and techniques

establishment of ropes

features of an artificial surface

factors to consider when planning a climb

minimal impact practices

risk and hazard management

equipment selection, use and maintenance

communication systems used in climbing.

Climbing skills may include:

climbing and belaying techniques

establishment of ropes for a multi pitch

communication of progress

negotiation of hazards and or risks

use and maintenance of equipment.

Safety and rescue procedures may include:

emergency response procedures

group management in emergency situations

relevant legislation

organisational policies and procedures

opportunities to practice

emergency response equipment

understanding of safety practices.

Opportunities may include:

locations suitable to skill level

range of equipment and clothing available

climbing clubs or groups in the local area.

Relevant aspects may include:

objectives

planning process

activity site

weather

equipment section

clothing selection

food selection

instructional content

instructional technique

assessment technique

group feedback

directing techniques

rescue techniques employed.