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• 26Sep2020-30Oct2021

  Moving Water Endorsement - Canoe

  Paddle NSW
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• 14Oct2020-14Oct2021

  Sea Instructor

  Paddle NSW

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  Sea Instructor

  Recognition of current competencies will be Assessed. 
• 15Oct2020-15Oct2021

  Moving Water Endorsement - Kayak

  Paddle NSW
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• 15Oct2020-15Dec2020

  WALGETT Flatwater Paddling Supervisor

  Paddle NSW

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  WALGETT Flatwater Paddling Supervisor

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  Paddling Supervisor Course Introduction

  Training and Assessment: Two day mix of practical and theory skills. 

  For Walgett

  Last updated by Ian Royds 6/10/2020

  Introduction

  A Paddling supervisor Course will be held at TBA, Walgett for those wanting to develop their skills and

  competencies towards a Paddle Australia Qualification (Paddling Supervisor). Assessment will be both

  informal and formal with a simple written project to complete by the assessment day.

  Things To Do Beforehand

   Read the Flatwater Instructor and Guide Learner Manual posted to you online and also available

  on the PNSW website. A written written knowledge project will be given for those seeking a

  qualification.

   Bring food and drink for the day as there will be little spare time.

   Bring a kayak, SOT, canoe or craft, canoeing gear including life jacket, helmet (optional), footwear,

  clothing appropriate for swimming, spare clothing etc.

   First Aid Kit and any personal medications

   Bring a throw rope and a simple Rescue Kit if you have one. (If you are seeking a qualification

  then you must be able to demonstrate that you are ‘ready to go’ as a Paddling Supervisor on the

  day of assessment.

   Register and pay the course fee to PaddleNSW beforehand to secure a place.

   Pen and clipboard

   Bring your Paddlers Logbook, Written Project and any other relevant certificates as the

  assessor must sight these before a qualification can be given.

   On-water snacks

   Please bring tolerance and good humour as I will be trying my best to accommodate everyone’s

  needs in the limited time available. People come with different competencies.

  Getting There

  We will meet at…TBA… at 8.30am for a 9am start.

  Project

  Plan a 3-hour paddling activity with a group of 8 Year-7 students in an enclosed flatwater location of your

  choice. Prepare:

  1. A hazard identification and risk management program for the activity including placement of

  supervisory staff, communications (signals and systems for you and your staff), rescue plans and First

  Aid support. Emergency contact number/s, emergency evacuation points, weather limits before

  cancellation or evacuation. The number of supervisors and their paddling qualifications mentioned.

  2. A valid Risk Assessment with S.F.P.T. shown before and after controls put in place (S=severity, F=

  frequency, P=probability, T = Total Risk Score)

  3. An equipment list for the activity, taking into consideration sun sense and hypothermia precautions,

  and including equipment if required for group communication and rescue.

  3. A briefing in point form to be delivered prior to departure, to include signals, posture, flatwater paddle

  strokes, capsize issues, and actions in the event of sickness or emergency.

  5. Look at the Bureau of Meteorology site and choose a forecast for the location that will have an impact

  on your activity. Write down or print out that forecast. Analyse how the forecast conditions will affect your

  activity and outline any changes or precautions you might take.

  
  

  Paddlers Logbook

  
  

  This is an evidence tool to show that you have the necessary experience to lead groups in canoeing

  activities. There are various versions available online but it may be set out as follows:

  Date Place Craft Duration Conditions Who? Activity Role Notes

  
  

  First Aid and CPR are no longer a prerequisite for a Paddle Supervisor Award but may be required by

  your employer or client.

  
  

  Itinerary

  See the attached itinerary for more information. This itinerary is a guide only and may be modified to suit

  the requirements of the participants or the conditions on the day.

  I look forward to meeting you all there

  Course conducted according to NSW Department of Health Covid rules. 
• 15Oct2020-15Dec2020

  DUBBO Leadership Course

  Paddle NSW

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  DUBBO Leadership Course

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• 05Dec2020-05Dec2020

  Paddling Supervisor - Kayak

  Paddle NSW

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  Paddling Supervisor - Kayak

  The holder of this award is qualified to supervise a paddling activity with novice paddlers on Flatwater areas such as lakes, dams, slow moving rivers, etc. where the group under supervision can be seen from a single vantage point at any time and does not leave the immediate launch area.

  You should be able to demonstrate experience paddling:
  Four Flatwater activities of a minimum of one and a half hours duration
  Two Flatwater activities of at least one and half hours duration as an observer under training or as an assistant Supervisor
  Two Flatwater activities of at least one and half hours duration as lead Supervisor under observation of qualified Supervisor.

  Download the Paddle Australia Paddle Log APP to record paddling experience. 

  The final knowledge assessment is to demonstrate ability to plan a three hour paddling activity with a group of eight Year 7 students in a location of your choice. The location must fit within the award definition above.  A learner guide can be dowloaded for further information. 
  
  

  Prepare:

  A hazard identification and risk management program for the activity including placement of supervisory staff, communications (signals and systems for you and your staff), rescue plans and First Aid support
  An equipment list for the trip, taking into consideration sun sense and hypothermia precautions, and including equipment for group communication and rescue.

  A briefing in point form to be delivered prior to departure, to include signals, posture, Flatwater paddle strokes, capsize issues, and actions in the event of sickness or other emergency.

  Look at the Bureau of Meteorology site and choose a forecast for the location that will have an impact on your trip. Write down or print out that forecast.
  Analyze how the forecast conditions will affect your trip and outline any changes or precautions you might take.

  The Paddle Supervisor Course will be conducted in one day. Participants will be required to present ready to paddle with their own craft. This includes life jacket, footwear, clothing appropriate for swimming, warmth & sunsafe, personal first aid kit, personal medications. Bring a throw rope and Rescue Kit for towing. pen and clipboard.  

  Assessment may be completed if leadership, skills, experience and project meets the assessment criteria. . 

  Email education@paddlensw.org.au for further information.