ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCECRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare to surf.

1.1. Select surfboard and other equipment suitable for conditions, check for safe working condition and wax board, as required.

1.2. Select exposure protection surf wear or exposure suit suitable for conditions; fit and adjust to ensure comfort and safety.

1.3. Select a suitable area for surfing activities according to current conditions.

1.4. Confirm activity safety and emergency response procedures to ensure compliance during activities.

1.5. Confirm protocols for communications between party members and with others.

2. Manoeuvre the surfboard through small waves.

2.1. Select a safe location to enter the water and face surfboard into oncoming waves.

2.2. Propel surfboard through flat water, broken and unbroken waves with leg rope attached.

2.3. Mount, sit and lay on board while maintaining balance.

2.4. Paddle 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.

3.1. Observe surfing etiquette when catching and riding waves.

3.2. Catch broken waves under control without wiping out.

3.3. Catch and ride green waves on an angle, executing basic turns, and trim board during manoeuvres.

3.4. Dismount board, safely, from prone and standing position.

4. Maintain own safety, and self rescue in small surf conditions.

4.1. Safely approach, avoid or negotiate hazards to minimise risk of injury while surfing.

4.2. Use techniques to maintain safety of self and others in the event of a wipe out.

4.3. Maintain stability in water when separated from surfboard and return to shore.

4.4. Recognise situations when assistance is required and implement required actions.

Foundation skills essential to performance in this unit, but not explicit in the performance criteria are listed here, along with a brief context statement.

SKILLS

DESCRIPTION

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.