Skill set Outline
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Aquaculture Diver Skill Set
Aquaculture Diver Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
SFISS00041
SFISS00041
State Code
AE357
AE357
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
30/10/2020
Current Release Date
30/10/2020
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
18/02/2021
Nominal Hours
150
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 30/10/2020 | Current | Approved |
Description
This skill set is designed to prepare individuals with skills and knowledge requirements to conduct diving activity in aquaculture. This skill set meets some of the WHS regulatory compliance requirements for diving in aquaculture.
Pathway Information
These units of competency build on skills and knowledge attained in SFI30119 Certificate III in Aquaculture and provide specialist diving skills using diving technology.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety, biosecurity and environmental regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.
All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety, biosecurity and environmental regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.
Target Group
This skill set is for workers in aquaculture who are required to conduct diving operations.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from the SFI Seafood Training Package and the SIS Sport, Fitness and Recreation Training Package meet the industry requirements for diving for aquaculture purposes.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBE79 | SISOSCB007 | Inspect and fill SCUBA cylinders | 15 | Unit of competency |
| OAR75 | SFIDIV302 | Perform diving operations using SSBA | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OAR70 | SFIDIV306 | Perform underwater work in the aquaculture sector | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OBE80 | SISOSCB008 | SCUBA dive using Enriched Air Nitrox | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OAR71 | SFIDIV304 | Undertake emergency procedures in diving operations using SSBA | 15 | Unit of competency |
| OAR74 | SFIDIV301 | Work effectively as a diver in the seafood industry | 35 | Unit of competency |
