Unit Award Scheme

86336 INTRODUCTION TO ABSEILING

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have

Evidence needed

demonstrated the ability to

1adjust and wear correctly a safety harness and helmetSummary sheet
2use correctly a screw-gate karabiner and descender to attach the harness to the abseil ropeSummary sheet
3complete an abseilSummary sheet
4use safety check procedures when abseiling, ie check the harness, knot and ropeSummary sheet

shown knowledge of

5at least two safety considerationsSummary sheet

experienced

6the team work necessary to abseil safelySummary sheet
7co-operating with others to refine abseiling techniques.Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 16 October 2006Level - Entry Level