Use short boards in difficult conditions

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Assessment Tool
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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
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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 SISOYSA405A, 'Use short boards in difficult conditions'.
Google Links
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Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Plan for the short board activity.

1.1. Identify food and water requirements to maintain physiological well being during activity.

1.2. Select an activity site or open water location with difficult conditions according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures.

1.3. Access relevant sources to interpret weatherand environmental information, and determine potential beach conditions.

1.4. Identify potential hazards within the windsurfing environment and minimise risks.

1.5. Determine emergency action to be taken in the event of broken fins, universal, mast and boom according to organisational policies and procedures.

2. Select equipment.

2.1. Identify features of board construction and design, and select the most appropriate short board for specified requirements.

2.2. Determine the advantages and disadvantages of various types of sails and select a suitable sail for the conditions.

2.3. Select equipment according to design and construction features and check working condition.

2.4. Select clothing suitable for the prevailing and anticipated conditions.

2.5. Fit and adjust equipment to ensure comfort, safety and suitability.

3. Rig short board.

3.1. Rig rotational camber-induced and other high-tech sails.

3.2. Outline the process for tuning specialist sails to achieve speed, control or manoeuvrability.

3.3. Adjust harness line where required, and ensure rig selection is suitable to the conditions.

3.4. Adjust the rig for all points of sail and different wind strengths and conditions.

4. Launch and land a short board.

4.1. Launch short board from a beach start, through waves and return ashore in a controlled manner.

4.2. Undertake alternative launch methods in strong winds.

4.3. Apply water starts from varying situations, including in waves, gusts and clew first.

4.4. Uphaul the short board and sail out through waves.

5. Sail short board in surf.

5.1. Adopt a comfortable stance while planing in foot straps.

5.2. Demonstrate efficient upwind sailing.

5.3. Apply a variety of techniques to perform wave jumps and landings.

5.4. Ride on a wave and follow the break, avoiding the close-out.

5.5. Develop speed while controlling excessive power.

5.6. Use waves, rips and currents to enhance sailing technique, speed and stability.

6. Manoeuvre the short board.

6.1. Tack efficiently on a short board in strong winds and rough seas.

6.2. Apply carve gybes effectively in strong winds and rough seas to enhance manoeuvrability.

6.3. Apply appropriate strategies to assist others in difficulty according to organisational policies and procedures.

6.4. Complete self rescue and rescue of others using a short board.

6.5. Demonstrate jury rigging for different breakages.

7. Maintain and repair equipment.

7.1. Maintain high tech equipment according to manufacturer's guidelines and organisational policies and procedures.

7.2. Refer repairs beyond the limit of personal ability, to relevant specialists.

8. Evaluate windsurfing activity.

8.1. Evaluate relevant aspects of the activity.

8.2. Identify improvements for future short board windsurfing experiences in difficult conditions.