SISOSRF002 — Surf waves using intermediate manoeuvres

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What an assessment for SISOSRF002 must cover

97 assessable components: 4 elements (18 performance criteria), 13 performance evidence and 63 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 3 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Prepare to surf.

1.1Select surfboard and other equipment suitable for conditions, check for safe working condition and wax board, as required.
1.2Select exposure protection surf wear or exposure suit suitable for conditions; fit and adjust to ensure comfort and safety.
1.3Select a suitable area for surfing activities according to current conditions.
1.4Confirm activity safety and emergency response procedures to ensure compliance during activities.
1.5Confirm protocols for communications between party members and with others.

2 Manoeuvre the surfboard through intermediate waves.

2.1Enter water in safe location, carry surfboard out to suitable depth, and mount sit and lay on board while maintaining balance.
2.2Paddle the board in trim to propel and control it through broken and unbroken waves.
2.3Negotiate broken and unbroken waves using duck dive and Eskimo roll manoeuvres.

3 Catch and ride waves using intermediate manoeuvres.

3.1Observe surfing etiquette when catching and riding waves.
3.2Select appropriate waves to catch and identify optimum take off position.
3.3Ride waves under control from start to finish and exit wave safely.
3.4Execute bottom turns, top turns and cutbacks, and trim board during manoeuvres.
3.5Link a range of surfing manoeuvres.
3.6Dismount board, safely, from prone and standing position.

4 Maintain own safety, and self rescue in intermediate surf conditions.

4.1Safely approach, avoid or negotiate hazards to minimise risk of injury while surfing.
4.2Use techniques to maintain safety of self and others in the event of a wipe out.
4.3Maintain stability in water when separated from surfboard and return to shore.
4.4Recognise situations when assistance is required and implement required actions.

Performance evidence

Evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and:
complete three group surfing sessions
during each session consistently:
follow safety procedures and safely negotiate hazards
comply with surfing etiquette
utilise intermediate techniques to effectively:
manoeuvre surfboards through intermediate waves under control using duck dives and Eskimo rolls
select catch and ride intermediate waves under control from start to finish
execute bottom turns, top turns, and cutbacks on forehand or backhand and link a range of those manoeuvres
participate in simulations to:
wipe out on three occasions and use wipe out techniques appropriate for the circumstance
return to shore when separated from surfboard on three occasions
take actions to seek assistance when self rescue cannot be achieved, on two occasions.

Knowledge evidence

organisational safety and emergency response procedures for surfing activities
etiquette applicable to surfing including generally accepted rules for right of way, giving way, dropping in and avoiding other surf users
exposure protection surf wear suitable for surfing activities:
types of surf wear and fabrics that protect against the effects of weather and water conditions including sun, temperatures and winds of different levels and extremes
features and uses of exposure suits of different styles and grades suited to different conditions
types of surfboards suitable for use in intermediate wave conditions and for intermediate manoeuvres and:
different construction materials, effects on performance, advantages and disadvantages
design features, manoeuvrability characteristics and limitations
reasons for waxing surfboards and techniques for applying
features and uses of leg ropes
communication protocols for surfing activities to include:
calls
hand signals, including distress signals
whistles
features of surf environments:
characteristics of different types of waves including those that peel left and right
characteristics of waves at these different surf breaks:
beach
point
reef
river mouth
bombora
types of waves suitable for surfing and how to select waves suitable for own ability
winds, currents, tides, swell and ocean floor sufficient to understand effects on surf conditions, impacts on surfing activities and appropriate responses
distinguishing signs of rips
beach zones and signs used at patrolled beaches
how body weight and speed affect surfing
intermediate techniques for surfing:
correct use of body weight and balance to mount board and to sit and stand
paddling the board in trim to maintain control
using duck dive and Eskimo rolls to negotiate waves
correct use of body weight and balance for:
traversing left and right along the green face of a spilling wave
trimming
bottom turns
top turns
cutback on forehand and backhand
how to link manoeuvres
typical hazards associated with surfing, and techniques used to safely negotiate these:
temperature extremes
rips
lateral currents
marine animals
rocks
sandbars
other water users: surfers, swimmers, other small craft
large waves
shore breaks
dumping waves
techniques used in the event of a wipe out:
covering head with arms
wrestling or holding board tight when in prone position
pushing board clear with feet when in the water and when standing
waiting for turbulence to subside
floating to the surface in a horizontal position
techniques used to return to shore without surfboard:
appropriate surf swimming strokes - defensive and aggressive
taking breaks when tired, floating and treading water
swimming or paddling diagonally across rips, when present
actions that can be taken when unable to self rescue:
using recognised signals for assistance to contact others in water and lifeguards
remaining with surfboard and using as flotation device
floating and treading water.

Foundation skills

Reading skills to:: interpret detailed and familiar organisational safety and emergency response procedures.
Oral communications skills to:: use clear and unambiguous verbal and non-verbal communications to make intent known.
Problem-solving skills to:: identify and quickly respond to situations where risk of injury is likely.

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What does an assessment tool for SISOSRF002 need to cover?

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