SISOSRF001 — Surf small waves using basic manoeuvres

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What an assessment for SISOSRF001 must cover

87 assessable components: 4 elements (17 performance criteria), 15 performance evidence and 52 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 small waves.

2.1Select a safe location to enter the water and face surfboard into oncoming waves.
2.2Propel surfboard through flat water, broken and unbroken waves with leg rope attached.
2.3Mount, sit and lay on board while maintaining balance.
2.4Paddle the board in trim to propel and control it through flat water, broken and unbroken waves.

3 Catch and ride small waves using basic manoeuvres.

3.1Observe surfing etiquette when catching and riding waves.
3.2Catch broken waves under control without wiping out.
3.3Catch and ride green waves on an angle, executing basic turns, and trim board during manoeuvres.
3.4Dismount board, safely, from prone and standing position.

4 Maintain own safety, and self rescue in small 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

complete three group surfing sessions as follows:
complete one session in surf with broken waves
complete two sessions on green waves
during these sessions consistently:
follow safety procedures and safely negotiate hazards
comply with surfing etiquette
utilise fundamental techniques to effectively:
manoeuvre surfboard through small waves under control
catch and ride small waves under control
trim along green waves
execute small basic turns
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 small waves and for basic manoeuvres to include hard and soft surfboards 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
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
fundamental techniques for surfing:
correct use of body weight and balance to mount board and to sit and stand
paddling the board in trim
correct use of body weight and balance for:
turning the board while sitting
basic trimming
small basic turns
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 SISOSRF001 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for SISOSRF001 needs to address all 87 unit components: 4 elements with 17 performance criteria, 15 performance evidence requirements, 52 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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