Climbing

Natural Surfaces, Top Rope

This course enables participants to demonstrate the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to lead and supervise dependent participants during single pitch, top rope climbing activities on natural surfaces according to predetermined activity plans which might be self-developed or developed by others. To select and set up belay systems suitable for single pitch climbs on natural surfaces, and according to current conditions. It requires the ability to select the climb route and to select and utilise fixed artificial, naturally occurring or artificial removable anchors. It covers the skills required to adjust activities according to prevailing conditions and participant capabilities.  It requires the ability to demonstrate and instruct single pitch, top rope climbing and belaying techniques for natural surfaces. To do this, leaders must be proficient in single pitch top rope climbing skills.  It applies to leaders who work independently using discretion and judgement to manage operational logistics and risk within predetermined guidelines.  When working close to base and assistance, they manage routine problems in consultation with relevant personnel.  To select and set up belay systems suitable for single pitch climbs on natural surfaces, and according to current conditions. It requires the ability to select the climb route and to select and utilise fixed artificial, naturally occurring or artificial removable anchors.