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Evidence Guide: SISOKYS304A - Demonstrate sea kayaking skills in moderate to difficult conditions

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SISOKYS304A - Demonstrate sea kayaking skills in moderate to difficult conditions

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

Plan a sea kayaking activity.

  1. Identify and plan food and water requirements according to principles of nutrition and contextual issues.
  2. Identify an appropriate activity location according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
  3. Access relevant sources to interpret weather and environmental information and determine activity plan.
  4. Identify potential hazards associated with the activity and determine a contingency plan to manage risks.
Identify and plan food and water requirements according to principles of nutrition and contextual issues.

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Identify an appropriate activity location according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

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Access relevant sources to interpret weather and environmental information and determine activity plan.

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Identify potential hazards associated with the activity and determine a contingency plan to manage risks.

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Select equipment.

  1. Select sea kayak and equipment according to contextual issues and organisational policies and procedures, and check working condition.
  2. Fit and adjust equipment according to manufacturer's specifications to ensure efficient posture, comfort, safety and suitability to the participant and sea kayak.
  3. Select personal equipment for the activity according to the design and or construction features that make it appropriate.
  4. Select safety and rescue equipment appropriate to the activity location.
  5. Prepare sea kayak for transportation if required.
  6. Waterproof, pack and fasten equipment that is not required on hand, and prepare sea kayak for launch
Select sea kayak and equipment according to contextual issues and organisational policies and procedures, and check working condition.

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Fit and adjust equipment according to manufacturer's specifications to ensure efficient posture, comfort, safety and suitability to the participant and sea kayak.

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Select personal equipment for the activity according to the design and or construction features that make it appropriate.

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Select safety and rescue equipment appropriate to the activity location.

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Prepare sea kayak for transportation if required.

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Waterproof, pack and fasten equipment that is not required on hand, and prepare sea kayak for launch

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Control sea kayak in moderate sea conditions.

  1. Embark and disembark the sea kayak whilst maintaining stability.
  2. Apply efficient strokes and paddling techniques to cross to manoeuvre the sea kayak across, into and down wind.
  3. Use waves and moderate to difficult sea conditions to assist in turning the sea kayak.
  4. Apply suitable stroke and technique to move the sea kayak sideways, and avoid hazards.
  5. Manoeuvre the sea kayak to form a raft, when required, and disperse from raft efficiently.
Embark and disembark the sea kayak whilst maintaining stability.

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Apply efficient strokes and paddling techniques to cross to manoeuvre the sea kayak across, into and down wind.

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Use waves and moderate to difficult sea conditions to assist in turning the sea kayak.

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Apply suitable stroke and technique to move the sea kayak sideways, and avoid hazards.

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Manoeuvre the sea kayak to form a raft, when required, and disperse from raft efficiently.

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Plan and conduct a sea kayak trip.

  1. Plan a sea kayaking trip including activity site, distance and duration and after reading and assessing the weather and sea conditions.
  2. Ensure sufficient equipment and personal requirements are in order, according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.
  3. Apply navigation techniques throughout sea kayaking trip.
  4. Maintain appropriate communication with other paddlers.
Plan a sea kayaking trip including activity site, distance and duration and after reading and assessing the weather and sea conditions.

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Ensure sufficient equipment and personal requirements are in order, according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

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Apply navigation techniques throughout sea kayaking trip.

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Maintain appropriate communication with other paddlers.

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Roll a sea kayak in surf of up to one metre.

  1. Determine roll techniques appropriate to sea kayaking in moderate to difficult conditions.
  2. Perform a roll and maintain calm whilst upside down in moderate to difficult conditions.
  3. Regain paddling position promptly, on completion of roll.
Determine roll techniques appropriate to sea kayaking in moderate to difficult conditions.

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Perform a roll and maintain calm whilst upside down in moderate to difficult conditions.

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Regain paddling position promptly, on completion of roll.

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Apply capsize procedures.

  1. Exit the sea kayak, when rolling is not possible, in a controlled manner following capsize.
  2. Maintain appropriate body position in the water to minimise injury and entrapment.
  3. Demonstrate safe and efficient deep water rescue procedures in moderate to difficult conditions.
Exit the sea kayak, when rolling is not possible, in a controlled manner following capsize.

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Maintain appropriate body position in the water to minimise injury and entrapment.

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Demonstrate safe and efficient deep water rescue procedures in moderate to difficult conditions.

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Evaluate sea kayaking activity.

  1. Evaluate relevant aspects of the sea kayaking activity.
  2. Identify improvements for future sea kayaking experiences.
Evaluate relevant aspects of the sea kayaking activity.

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Identify improvements for future sea kayaking experiences.

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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:

applies relevant process to plan equipment and supply requirements according to the conditions and duration of the kayaking activity

applies knowledge of weather and sea conditions to plan and navigate a sea kayaking trip and makes decisions regarding negotiation of hazards and safety of self and group

demonstrates control of strokes, capsizing and rolling techniques, and participates in rescues in moderate sea conditions

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

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure participation in sea kayaking activities that are of sufficient breadth and duration 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 sea kayaking activity

suitable sea kayaking locations with winds of moderate sea conditions of 11-16 knots and breaking or overtopping waves up to 1 metre

sea kayaking, navigation, first aid and safety and rescue equipment

a suitable and safe method of transport, if required to drive sea kayak to and from activity location

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 the planning and review process

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe conduct of all sea kayaking activities

observation of safe participation and demonstration of sea kayaking skills, such as capsizing and rolling a sea kayak

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:

SISOOPS303A Interpret weather for marine environments.

SISOOPS204A Use and maintain a temporary overnight site

SISOKYS406A Plan and navigate a sea kayaking inshore passage

SISOKYS302A Demonstrate sea kayaking skills

Required Skills and Knowledge

Required skills

planning and organising skills to select and allocate sea kayaking equipment

problem-solving skills to determine stroke, capsizing and rolling techniques based on weather and sea conditions

literacy and numeracy skills to:

read and interpret information on a sea chart and to calculate times and distances for the legs of a sea kayaking trip

communication skills to interact with other paddlers and rescue crew to maintain a positive and safe environment

sea and weather reading and assessment skills, such as the affect of tide, current, wind and local conditions on the sea kayaking activity

sea kayak handling skills to apply a range of strokes and paddling techniques to control the craft

manage risks and hazards safely in moderate to difficult conditions

swimming skills to swim swimming skills to swim 50 metres whilst clothed and wearing personal flotation device that complies with State or Territory maritime regulations

first aid, emergency response and rescue skills appropriate to the location to enable initial response to emergencies and personal health care.

Required knowledge

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

minimal impact codes to enable protection of the environment

types of sea kayaks and equipment, characteristics and technology used for sea kayaking in moderate to difficult conditions, the advantages and disadvantages of the range of equipment, and factors affecting appropriate selection

clothing requirements for sea kayaking such as wet weather gear to maintain warmth and sun protection to minimise sunburn and heat stroke

waterproofing techniques used to keep equipment, that is not required on hand, dry during sea kayaking

importance of a personal flotation device in keeping a person afloat and their head above water

stroke, rolling and capsizing techniques used in moderate sea conditions

swimming techniques to swim out of trouble and manoeuvre sea kayak while in water

communication systems and signals used in sea kayaking

coastal navigation, chart reading and compass use applicable to sea kayaking trips

principles of nutrition to maintain health during sea kayaking

reading and assessment of the weather at sea to understand the dynamics and impact of the tide, current and wind conditions

weather and environmental information to identify forecast conditions and their effect on the activity

hazards, obstacles and risks commonly experienced when sea kayaking in moderate to difficult conditions and ways to avoid or negotiate these

emergency and rescue procedures appropriate for sea kayaking in moderate to difficult conditions, to ensure risk minimisation to self and group.

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.

Food and water requirements may include:

menu planning and preparation

range of foods.

Principles of nutrition may include:

food groups

dietary guidelines

individual food requirements and allergies.

Contextual issues may include:

weather conditions, including times

season

transport

location

trip distance and duration

group objectives

group size.

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

use and maintenance of equipment

communication protocols

emergency and safety procedures

minimal impact codes

camp fire regulations

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.

Contingency plan may include:

alternate routes

exit points

spare equipment in case of delay, loss, illness, injury or damage.

Risks may include:

hypothermia

heat exhaustion

injuries

exhaustion

lost party or party member

equipment failure.

Equipment may include:

personal flotation device

paddle with leash

spray deck

wet suit or wet weather gear

ropes

tie down straps

safety and first aid equipment

pumps

sponges

paddle float.

Safety and rescue equipment include:

tow lines

pumps or bailers

paddle float

sponge

communication equipment:

flares

radios

waterproofed mobile phones

V sheets

Emergency positioning indicating radio beacon - EPIRB

Embark and disembark may include:

off beaches

jetties and pontoons

in tidal current

in small surf.

Strokes may include:

forward and reverse

J

sweep

draw

support

Paddling techniques may include:

use of trunk rotation

correct posture

use of leg drive

hand placement on paddle

blade placement in water

blade depth in water

paddle blade angle throughout stroke

paddle entry and exit points

movement of top hand through the stroke

lean or edge of the craft

smooth transfer between different strokes

edging or leaning.

Moderate to difficult sea conditions may include:

areas of exposed coastline with currents, difficult landings, or open crossings

open crossings with wind speeds of 17-21 knots

wave heights of at least 1.0metre

surf up to 2.0metres

distances beyond 4 nautical miles from the nearest shore.

Navigation techniques may include:

using a sea chart

reading charts on open water

calculating times and distances for the legs of a sea kayaking trip allowing for sea conditions

taking navigational fixes from known landmarks using a chart and compass

understanding of transits and distances off

following a bearing, and allowing for sea conditions.

Roll techniques may include:

sweep

brace

C to C

Pawlatta or extended paddle

Deep water rescue procedures may include:

capsize and rescues, as rescuer and rescuee

towing a rescuee with and without support

being towed as a rescuee

rolling

paddle float rescue.

Relevant aspects may include:

objectives

planning process

activity site

weather

equipment selection

clothing selection

food selection

instructional content

instructional technique

directing techniques

rescue techniques employed.