Unit Award Scheme

71860 INTRODUCTION TO ROCK CLIMBING AND ABSEILING

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
demonstrated the ability to
1	listen to and act upon verbal instructions relevant to rock climbing	Summary sheet
2	use accepted calls for climbing and belaying	Summary sheet
3	climb using accepted safety procedures	Summary sheet
4	abseil using accepted safety procedures	Summary sheet
5	belay using accepted safety procedures	Summary sheet
6	follow safety procedures regarding terrain	Summary sheet
7	follow safety procedures regarding use of and fitting of relevant equipment	Summary sheet
shown knowledge of
8	the reasons for safety procedures to self and others	Student completed work
9	basic climbing and abseiling equipment	Student completed work
experienced
10	climbing a graded climb	Summary sheet
11	abseiling on a rock face	Summary sheet
12	the team work necessary to co-operate with others to refine climbing techniques	Summary sheet
13	preparing physically for sessions.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 17 December 2004Level - Entry Level