This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to supervise activity leaders and participants during challenge course sessions at a facility where low elements are set up. Participants may be individual users or groups attending for purely recreational purposes, or may be groups involved in adventure based learning activities for which there would be a predetermined activity plan.

It requires the ability to complete routine visual inspections of course elements, select and set up a sequence of challenge course activities to meet participant needs and to monitor participation across multiple course elements.

This unit applies to any type of organisation that operates challenge courses including commercial, not-for-profit and government organisations.

It applies to senior activity leaders or challenge course supervisors who work independently using discretion and judgement to manage operational logistics, risk, and any significant problems when they arise.

Leaders and supervisors might also be involved in providing adventure based learning outcomes; the skills for which are provided in complementary units.

No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Complete visual inspection of low course elements before commencement of sessions according to organisational schedule and procedures.
Confirm no obvious damage to low course elements.
Confirm integrity of safety systems.
Inspect course site and surrounding area for hazards according to organisational schedule and procedures.
Complete required organisational reports to confirm safety.
Report on and escalate issues of immediate concern according to organisational procedures.
Identify characteristics, abilities and needs of participants.
Select a suitable sequence of low element activities to meet requirements.
Select activity equipment according to requirements of known participant characteristics and for general admission participants.
Establish any additional equipment required for low elements; complete safety and serviceability checks and reports.
Monitor multiple course elements and performance of spotters and participants.
Provide corrective instruction of technique through explanation and demonstration, as required.
Direct and supervise activity leaders to ensure safe and positive conduct of all activities.
Monitor participant and leader adherence to safety procedures and correct breaches, as required.
Respond immediately to hazardous situations and promptly assess risks to minimise risk of injury to participants and others.
Direct leaders to amend activities if risk is unacceptable or cease activities when required.
Respond to emergency situations according to organisational, emergency response and first aid procedures.
Dismantle additional equipment, inspect for wear or breakage, tag faults and store in designated.
Lead debrief with team members to identify sessional successes, problems and difficulties.
Evaluate and report on feedback from leaders and participants.
Identify and report on any course or equipment maintenance requirements.
Provide recommendations to improve activities and safety management.

Assessment Cover Sheet

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