Demonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:
- organisational safety and emergency response procedures
- different reasons and objectives for people participating in recreational activities
- specific to the particular type of recreational activity:
- role boundaries and responsibilities of activity assistants
- roles and responsibilities of different types of activity leaders including guides and instructors
- potential hazards and associated risks for the activity and safety procedures used to manage these
- suitable clothing and footwear
- factors that affect the selection of equipment, including personal protective equipment, to suit individual participants:
- age, size and weight
- current experience in the recreational activity and skill level
- fitness level and physical capabilities
- injuries and medical conditions
- communication protocols used between participants, leaders and assistants during activities
- communication techniques used to:
- provide participant information to improve activity technique
- encourage participant confidence
- reinforce activity rules and correct breaches
- provide feedback during debrief.