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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Select route and equipment suitable for the climb.
   • Identify safe access to and egress from the pitch.
   • Interpret route descriptions, inspect the position and quality of natural features and select climb route.
   • Select a top or bottom belay system suitable for the climb, environmental conditions, and participant.
   • Choose a belay device suitable for the natural surface conditions and belayer.
   • Select other equipment to suit climbing requirements and participants.
   • Complete safety and serviceability checks on equipment and tag faulty equipment according to organisational procedures.
2. Set up belay system for natural surface climbs.
   • Select anchors and assess condition, including performance under likely load and stability of surroundings.
   • Rig or establish multiple anchors, ensuring equalisation and minimise potential for shock loading.
   • Select and tie appropriate knots, and rig ropes suitable for load and function within the belay system.
   • Establish a belay from which belayer is independent of the system.
   • Establish a belay that maintains safety of belayer and climber.
   • Position belay away from hazards, or remove as able.
   • Determine need for, and establish, back up belay systems.
   • Verify manufacturer’s recommendations, equipment limitations and safety margins, and rig equipment accordingly.
   • Rig to minimise impact on the natural environment.
   • Complete safety checks according to organisational procedures.