Perform diving operations using SCUBA

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Assessment Template
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Assessment Matrix
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Evidence Guide
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Competency Mapping Template
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Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver SFIDIVE311A, 'Perform diving operations using SCUBA'.
Google Links
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Books
Reference books for 'Perform diving operations using SCUBA' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for diving operations using SCUBA

1.1. Equipment is checked and prepared for a SCUBA diving operation and defective equipment is marked and removed from service by the person in charge of the diving operation

1.2. PPE and diving equipment appropriate to the type and duration of the dive are donned in the correct sequence

1.3. A dive plan is prepared, the necessary tools selected, a risk assessment conducted and the dive recorded by the person in charge of the diving operation

2. Perform open-water diving operations using SCUBA

2.1. Open-water diving operations to a maximum depth of 30 metres are undertaken using SCUBA according to accepted industry occupational diving guidelines

2.2. Decompression procedures are followed

2.3. Diver's tender duties are undertaken in a SCUBA operation according to accepted industry occupational diving guidelines

2.4. Effective communication is established and maintained

3. Maintain an effective work relationship in a dive team

3.1. Effective work relationships are established and maintained with the dive team

3.2. Effective teamwork is carried out and maintained

3.3. Routine instructions are followed

4. Complete activities after SCUBA dive

4.1. On completion of the diving operation PPE and diving equipment are removed

4.2. Post-dive equipment checks are carried out

4.3. Equipment is decontaminated, cleaned and stored


Qualifications and Skillsets

SFIDIVE311A appears in the following qualifications:

  • SFI30211 - Certificate III in Fishing Operations
  • SFI30111 - Certificate III in Aquaculture