Apply single pitch lead climbing skills on natural surfaces

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Assessment Template
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Evidence Guide
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Competency Mapping Template
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Observation Checklist
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Self Assessment Survey
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Registered Training Organisations
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Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Plan for the climbing activity.

1.1. Identify and plan food and water requirements according to principles of nutrition and the duration of the activity.

1.2. Identify and select an appropriate activity site according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

1.3. Identify associated hazards and procedures to minimise risks to climber and belayer on single pitch natural surfaces.

1.4. Access relevantsources to interpret detailed weather and environmental information to determine activity plan.

1.5. Establish a suitable communication system to use while climbing and belaying with other participants.

1.6. Consider contingency plans in the case of unforeseen circumstances.

2. Select a route for the climb.

2.1 Identify suitable access to and egress from the climbing site, according to relevant legislation.

2.2 Select a suitable route for the climb and inspect the position and quality of features according to the capabilities of the climbing party.

2.3 Interpret a route description for the climb.

2.4 Identify and communicate route features, hazards and belay stations with climbing party members.

2.5 Determine the potential need of artificial or natural protection required for the safe ascent of the route.

3. Select and utilise equipment.

3.1. Select and use equipment according to manufacturer's specifications, according to contextual issues.

3.2. Adjust and fit equipment to ensure personal comfort and safety.

3.3. Complete all necessary personal and equipment safety checks, according to organisational policies and procedures, prior to commencement.

3.4. Demonstrate attachment to a suitable belay system at bottom of pitch, in accordance with manufacturer's specifications, and apply correct rope handling and knot tying techniques.

3.5. Apply safety procedures at the top and bottom of climbing site.

4. Demonstrate climbing techniques.

4.1. Display correct posture and fluent climbing techniques suitable to features and possible holds.

4.2. Maintain effective communication between climber and belayer throughout climb.

4.3. Locate and evaluate the main features of the climb whilst climbing.

4.4. Apply safe and correct climbing techniques to minimise injury in the event of a fall or rock fall.

4.5. Locate and utilise rest positions to reduce fatigue.

4.6. Negotiate obstacles and avoid or remove hazards to climb in a controlled manner.

4.7. Use equipment in a manner that minimises damage to the environment.

5. Ascend a single pitch route as a second climber.

5.1. Demonstrate use of belaying system to maximise climber safety at all times.

5.2. Remove artificial protection in a manner which minimises damage to the equipment and environment, with and without the use of a nut tool.

5.3. Use slings to optimise a placement and to minimise equipment loss or damage

6. Ascend a single pitch route as a lead climber.

6.1. Set up anchors and belay system safely and efficiently.

6.2. Select and use suitable natural, fixed or artificial protection for the chosen climb and rack protection so that it is accessible during the climb.

6.3. Place protection periodically throughout the climb to reduce fall distance, after consideration of the possible direction and magnitude of force during a fall and the second's ability and safety.

6.4. Apply correct techniques to minimise rope drag, displacement of artificial protection and injury in the event of a fall.

6.5. Retreat from pitches both greater than and less than 25m in length.

6.6. Select solid and secure anchors at the top of the pitch, or place artificial protection.

6.7. Establish a belay system at the top of the pitch which maximises climber and belayer safety at all times.

7. Demonstrate belaying technique.

7.1. Establish belaying position by moving body in relation to chosen belay device that allows effective use of belay system.

7.2. Demonstrate a safe and efficient escape from belay system.

7.3. Perform all safety checks according to organisational policies and procedures to ensure belayer safety in the event of a climber fall or rockfall.

7.4. Maintain rope tension to ensure fall distance is minimised whilst not restricting climber movement.

7.5. Monitor climber progress constantly and respond appropriately to climber calls.

7.6. Arrest falls promptly using technique suitable to the belaying device and situation.

8. Evaluate climbing activity.

8.1. Evaluate relevant aspects of lead climbing and belaying.

8.2. Identify improvements for future second and lead climbing activities.


Qualifications and Skillsets

SISOCLN405A appears in the following qualifications:

  • SIS40310 - Certificate IV in Outdoor Recreation
  • SIS50310 - Diploma of Outdoor Recreation
  • SIS40313 - Certificate IV in Outdoor Recreation

And the skillsets: