Lead Single Pitch Abseil and Top Rope Climbs on Natural Surfaces

This training covers the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to lead and supervise dependent participants during single pitch top rope climbing and single pitch abseiling activities on natural surfaces according to predetermined activity plans which might be self-developed or developed by others.

5 Days of Training
Training comprises both a practical and theoretical component. Competency must be achieved in both areas if a statement of attainment is to be issued.

Competency in vertical rescue and single pitch top rope and abseil anchor set up must be demonstrated before beginning training at this level. A person cannot proceed to leader/guide training unless these pre-requisite skills are proven.

A risk assessment and work plan from each student is required after the completion of the course.
Statements of Competency are issued from the RTO PACI (Professional Association of Climbing Instructors).

UNITS OF COMPETENCY

SISOABS001 Abseil single pitches using fundamental skills
SISOABS003 Abseil single pitches on natural surfaces
SISOABS006 Establish ropes for single pitch abseiling on natural surfaces
SISOCLM002 Top rope climb single pitches on natural surfaces
SISOCLM006 Establish belays for single pitch climbing on natural surfaces

Leader/Guide Units

SISOABS009 Lead single pitch abseiling activities on natural surfaces
SISOCLM009 Lead single pitch climbing activities on natural surfaces top rope climbing
SISOPLN002 Plan outdoor recreation activities
SISOPLN004 Identify hazards, assess and control risks for outdoor recreation activities

Locations
Day 1: Kangaroo Point, Brisbane
Day 2: Mount Ngungun, Glasshouse Mountains