ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

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

1. Complete visual inspections.

1.1. Complete visual inspection of high course elements before commencement of sessions according to organisational schedule and procedures.

1.2. Confirm no obvious damage to high course elements.

1.3. Confirm integrity of safety systems.

1.4. Inspect course site and surrounding area for hazards according to organisational schedule and procedures.

1.5. Complete required organisational reports to confirm safety.

1.6. Report on and escalate issues of immediate concern according to organisational procedures.

2. Prepare high element activities and equipment for participants.

2.1. Identify characteristics, abilities and needs of participants.

2.2. Select a suitable sequence of high element activities to meet requirements.

2.3. Select activity equipment according to requirements of known participant characteristics and for general admission participants.

2.4. Establish any additional equipment required for high elements; complete safety and serviceability checks and reports.

3. Set up belay system.

3.1. Select and assess condition of anchors along course for attachment of safety lines and belays.

3.2. Select harnesses and belay system suitable for the course element, conditions and participant.

3.3. Choose a belay device suitable for the situation and belayer.

3.4. Complete safety and serviceability checks on equipment and action faulty equipment according to organisational procedures.

3.5. Establish participant belays, and self-belays suitable for rescue circumstances.

3.6. Select and tie appropriate knots and rig ropes suitable for load and function within the belay system.

3.7. Verify manufacturers' recommendations, equipment limitations and safety margins, and rig equipment accordingly.

3.8. Complete safety checks on rigging according to organisational procedures.

4. Supervise high element activities.

4.1. Monitor multiple course elements and performance of belayers and participants.

4.2. Provide corrective instruction of technique through explanation and demonstration, as required.

4.3. Direct and supervise activity leaders to ensure safe and positive conduct of all activities.

4.4. Monitor participant and leader adherence to safety procedures and correct breaches, as required.

4.5. Respond immediately to hazardous situations and promptly assess risks to minimise risk of injury to participants and others.

4.6. Direct leaders to amend activities if risk is unacceptable or cease activities when required.

4.7. Respond to emergency situations according to organisational, emergency response and first aid procedures.

5. Rescue participants or others from high elements.

5.1. Determine appropriate rescue methods and techniques for situation, according to degree of urgency and condition of person in need of rescue.

5.2. Determine roles and responsibilities of others and provide clear and concise instructions throughout rescue.

5.3. Use appropriate approach procedure for element to provide direct rescuee assistance.

5.4. Operate rescue system to lower persons from high elements.

5.5. Provide clear and concise instructions and information to person being rescued.

5.6. Safely and efficiently escape a loaded belay system and transfer from belay device to direct connection to anchor.

6. Complete post session responsibilities.

6.1. Dismantle additional equipment, inspect for wear or breakage, tag faults and store in designated.

6.2. Lead debrief with team members to identify sessional successes, problems and difficulties.

6.3. Evaluate and report on feedback from leaders and participants.

6.4. Identify and report on any course or equipment maintenance requirements.

6.5. Provide recommendations to improve activities and safety management.