Required skills

communication skills to

convey information about the safety aspects of the session

interact with participants to create a safe and positive environment

provide clear and accurate instructions

encourage participants

problemsolving skills to

plan rafting sessions according to participants needs and characteristics

address participant difficulties in developing techniques

anticipate and respond to non routine situations

read direction and speed of flow currents eddies and other hydrological features

selfmanagement to review and reflect on own work performance in effectively planning and instructing a session according to client expectations

conflict resolution skills to identify and respond to inappropriate behaviour to enable effective management of group cohesion

planning and organising skills to

source allocate and coordinate resources equipment and a suitable rafting location

monitor and evaluate progress

organise participants into manageable groups for rafting

select appropriate instructional techniques

make modifications to the session appropriate to location and environmental conditions

language and literacy skills to

produce rafting and instructional plans for the session

complete post session participant and self evaluations

first aid and emergency response skills appropriate to the location to enable initial response and or rescue in emergencies whilst instructing rafting

Required knowledge

legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe conduct of rafting activities

Marine Service Board Marine Board Code of practice and minimal impact codes applicable to rafting to ensure safety and protection of environment

site specific information to assist in the planning process and enable management of potential rafting hazards and any special restrictions applying to the area

equipment and raft types characteristics and safety features the advantages and disadvantages and its care and maintenance

selection and use of Personal Flotation Devices and rescue equipment to ensure safety of participants

clothing requirements for rafting such as wet weather gear to maintain warmth and sun protection to minimise sunburn and heat stroke

instruction techniques and theories applicable to a range of ages and learning abilities to enable the provision and adjustment of appropriate instruction

principles of nutrition to maintain health and energy throughout the session

communication systems used during rafting to reduce risk

navigation techniques to determine location and direction

hydrology and river features such as currents banks change in gradient and volume and how these might impact on the rafting experience

international river grading system to understand conditions and appropriateness of the river to the level of participants

defensive and aggressive swimming techniques to swim out of trouble

common injuries which may preclude participation

first aid emergency and rescue procedures relevant to the location to ensure risk minimisation to self and group

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential

plan instructs and monitors participant performance and response appropriately to participant behaviour to maintain an effective learning environment

activities are conducted safely according to participants needs characteristics and teaching location

applies effective contingency management techniques to deal with a range of problems and issues that may arise during the session such as equipment failure and makes adjustments in response to changing situations

instructs sequential sessions that meet participant expectations comply with legislative and organisation requirement and are of sufficient duration to allow the participant to demonstrate rafting skills

observes and monitors the progress of participants and provides constructive feedback and intervention to improve rafting performance

evaluates participant and own performance and identifies improvements for future sessions

uses appropriate delivery technique to enhance client learning and performance

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure instruction of rafting activities appropriate to the needs and characteristics of a range of participants to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance

Assessment must also ensure access to

suitable inland graded rivers with up to grade rapids for the conduct of instructional sessions

participants to take part in the rafting session

rafting safety rescue navigation communication and teaching equipment

resources and information regarding participants and location to plan instruct and document rafting sessions for a variety of participants

a suitable and safe method of transport if required to drive raft to and from activity location

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge The following examples are appropriate for this unit

observation of planning processes such as consulting with participants to determine their needs and characteristics

oral or written questioning to assess the application of legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe conduct of all rafting activities

observation of safe rafting instruction monitoring and adjustment according to participants needs and characteristics

portfolio of rafting session plans

thirdparty reports from a supervisor detailing performance

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended

Characteristics may include:

Session's aims and objectives may include:

Instructional plan may include:

Rafting plan may include:

Organisational policies and procedures may include:

Hazards may include:

Risks may include:

Relevant sources may include:

Weather and environmental information may include:

Contingency plans may include:

Equipment may include:

Resources may include:

Contextual issues may include:

Relevant information may include:

Instructional techniques may include:

Rafting techniques may include:

Safety and rescue procedures may include:

Relevant aspects may include: