Moving Water Endorsement - SOT

Qualification Definition
The holder of this qualification has demonstrated the skills and knowledge to guide groups of novices on Grade 1 water that is clearly moving and has hazards such as strainers and a degree of risk, but less than that of a Grade 2 river. This qualification is only valid if the holder also holds a current Flatwater Guide or Instructor qualification appropriate for the craft.
Skills
All skills to be performed in Grade 1 moving water
Apply paddle strokes	Demonstrate individual strokes to manoeuvre the craft: Edging and Edging Ferry glide forward and reverse Break into and out of eddies Demonstrate combinations of all the above strokes to manoeuvre the craft effectively and efficiently
River running	Read water to determine a safe route through a rapid: Use water features for advantage to assist in turning and crossing currents Follow a predetermined route through a rapid Use avoidance techniques for any river hazards
Perform self and assisted rescues in moving water	Self rescue: Capsize and wet exit Swim to shore with craft and paddle Defensive swim to remain in safe position Aggressive swim to reach shore or an eddy Retrieve a craft from a current Drain craft Assisted rescue: Deck Carry Throw bag, pendulum swing into shore Shallow water crossing: Wade through shallow water For all rescues an assessment of the situation is conducted and appropriate technique selected. Rescues are performed in a timely manner (no time wasted) and promotes safety to all involved and is deemed to work in all conditions. Good communication with Rescuee at all times.
Knowledge
Knowledge level: Good
Rescue equipment	Knowledge of: Throw bag
Hydrology	General knowledge of: River grading: 1 - 6 River heights Strainers Eddies Weirs Flow dynamics
Hazard identification and risk management for Moving water	Able to identify risks and casual factors for a Moving water trip and also able to identify management strategies to reduce any risks. May include: Separation Drowning Sunburn Hypothermia Hyperthermia Entrapment
Communication
Demonstrate in Moving water
Establish and maintain an effective communication system within a group	Participant establishes a safe working system. Maintain group within communication distance. Communication is limited to Verbal, Whistle, Visual. Communicate in a positive manner within a paddling group to help establish and maintain an enjoyable, safe experience for all group members Deliver directions in a clear and concise manner
Conduct briefing	Brief must include but not limited to: Purpose and duration of activity Expected conditions Lifejacket fitting Appropriate clothing worn Correct posture Setting up the craft Launching and landing Strokes as required Limits Actions in the event of an emergency On water signals Capsize drill Warm up Group movement requirements Communication Foreseeable risks Participant experience Brief is clear and concise, attention of the group is gained. Recollection could be tested.
Conduct debriefing	A debrief is conducted to suit the activity and group. Constructive feedback is provided
Experience
Minimum log book requirement	In the previous three years: Two Moving water activities of a minimum of two hours duration Two Moving water activities of at least three hours duration as Leader
Leadership
Demonstrate in Moving water
Manage the launching and landing of a group	Launch and landing promotes safety to all involved
Manage a group	Group is managed in a safe manner to meet activity goal; assistance and direction given if and when needed. Route is managed to promote safety to group
Manage multiple capsizes and emergencies	Rescues are managed to promote safety to all in group
Manage tows	Roles of the group is determined Good communication maintained Tows are managed to promote safety to all
Assessment Tasks
The following tasks should be completed prior to final assessment. Links to these tasks are made available by clicking the View Resources button adjacent to your course enrolment on the Paddle Education site.