This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to surf open face peeling waves up to one metre using a range of intermediate skills for riding surfboards.

It applies to leaders, guides or instructors, who use these skills when leading participants during surfing activities. Leadership skills are provided in complementary units.

This unit applies to any type of organisation that delivers outdoor recreation activities including commercial, not-for-profit and government organisations.

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
Select surfboard and other equipment suitable for conditions, check for safe working condition and wax board, as required.
Select exposure protection surf wear or exposure suit suitable for conditions; fit and adjust to ensure comfort and safety.
Select a suitable area for surfing activities according to current conditions.
Confirm activity safety and emergency response procedures to ensure compliance during activities.
Confirm protocols for communications between party members and with others.
Enter water in safe location, carry surfboard out to suitable depth, and mount sit and lay on board while maintaining balance.
Paddle the board in trim to propel and control it through broken and unbroken waves.
Negotiate broken and unbroken waves using duck dive and Eskimo roll manoeuvres.
Observe surfing etiquette when catching and riding waves.
Select appropriate waves to catch and identify optimum take off position.
Ride waves under control from start to finish and exit wave safely.
Execute bottom turns, top turns and cutbacks, and trim board during manoeuvres.
Link a range of surfing manoeuvres.
Dismount board, safely, from prone and standing position.
Safely approach, avoid or negotiate hazards to minimise risk of injury while surfing.
Use techniques to maintain safety of self and others in the event of a wipe out.
Maintain stability in water when separated from surfboard and return to shore.
Recognise situations when assistance is required and implement required actions.
Select surfboard and other equipment suitable for conditions, check for safe working condition and wax board, as required.
Select exposure protection surf wear or exposure suit suitable for conditions; fit and adjust to ensure comfort and safety.
Select a suitable area for surfing activities according to current conditions.
Confirm activity safety and emergency response procedures to ensure compliance during activities.
Confirm protocols for communications between party members and with others.

Assessment Cover Sheet

SISOSRF002 - Surf waves using intermediate manoeuvres

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Assessment Record Sheet

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