Guide abseiling on single pitch artificial surfaces

Formats and tools

Unit Description
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Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
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 SISOABA304A, 'Guide abseiling on single pitch artificial surfaces'.
Google Links
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Books
Reference books for 'Guide abseiling on single pitch artificial surfaces' 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. Plan abseiling activity.

1.1. Conduct relevant assessments to determine the conditionofparticipants.

1.2. Develop an activity plan, according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures, to meet participant's needs.

1.3. Select an appropriate activity site or location that is suitable for participants and meets activity objectives, relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

1.4. Identify hazards associated with abseiling on artificial surfaces and minimise risks to ensure personal safety of participants.

1.5. Access relevantsources to interpret detailed weather and environmental information to determine activity plan, where applicable.

1.6. Determine food and water requirements according to contextual issues of the activity.

1.7. Determine most appropriate belay system according to participant's abilities and site conditions.

1.8. Inform appropriate authorities before commencing the abseiling activity.

2. Select equipment for the group.

2.1. Select equipment according to contextual issues and organisational policies and procedures, and check that it is in good working condition.

2.2. Assess equipment for safety and suitability, and adjust and fit to ensure personal comfort.

2.3. Select safety and rescue equipment to check suitability to the group and the abseil.

3. Brief participants.

3.1. Communicate instructions and relevant information about the abseiling activity in a manner suitable to the participants.

3.2. Demonstrate correct abseiling and belaying techniques.

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

3.4. Outline safety procedures and safe areas and or boundaries for the activity.

3.5. Confirm participants are properly equipped for the abseil and correct any omissions or deficiencies.

4. Supervise abseiling activity.

4.1. Conduct introductory activities for participants, to reduce the risk of injury.

4.2. Provide clear and concise direction and advice to group during the activity.

4.3. Monitor participant's performance of abseiling and belaying techniques and provide feedback as required.

4.4. Identify potential hazards as they occur and implement contingency actions according to organisational policies and procedures.

4.5. Implement appropriate modifications to activity in regard to all variable factors that are monitored.

5. Complete post activity responsibilities.

5.1. Retrieve, inspect, repair and store equipment according to organisational policies and procedures including manufacturers recommendations.

5.2. Evaluate relevant aspects of abseiling activity.

5.3. Identify potential areas of improvement for future abseiling activities.

5.4. Review performance and identify potential improvements.