Lead single pitch abseiling activities on natural surfaces

Demonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:

• organisational safety, emergency response and first aid procedures for abseiling activity sessions
• a range of demonstration and instruction techniques applicable to recreational activities
• appropriateness of different demonstration and instruction techniques for a range of ages and capabilities
• the importance of verbalising instructions during demonstrations and providing reasons for doing things in a certain way
• techniques used to:
  • build group cohesion
  • motivate and encourage participants to keep them engaged and challenged
  • provide constructive feedback to participants
• key principles of group dynamics and techniques used to manage positive group dynamics
• signs, stages and levels of conflict within groups and techniques used to resolve at various stages of escalation
• specific to single pitch abseiling activities on natural surfaces:
  • roles and responsibilities of different activity leaders and support staff
  • communication protocols used between participants and leaders during activities
  • how characteristics of participants affect the selection of equipment, including personal protective equipment:
    • age, size and weight
    • current experience in the recreational activity and skill level
    • fitness level and physical capabilities
    • injuries and medical conditions
    • emotional, behavioural and intellectual ability or disability
  • potential hazards and associated risks and safety procedures used to manage these
  • designated on rope and off rope and waiting zones.