PACI OUTDOOR RECREATION
TRAINING COURSES - General
This site is a gate-way for all recreational climbing and
abseiling courses - you can download and/or access important learning
resources and course paperwork.
PACI has produced some of the finest roping related learning
resources in the world, and content gets updated and improved regularly.
It is important to understand that no printed learning content
can replace competent face-to-face instruction with a competent and
experienced instructor. PACI learning resources are there to assist you in
your journey, but will never replace an instructor! Your instructor is your
primary source of learning.
Hit your refresh button to make sure that you are viewing the
latest files (we make changes and update learning support resources on a
regular basis).
Most (but not all) of these documents are designed to be
completed in electronic pdf format. At this stage, the exam papers are not in
fillable pdf format - so they need to be printed in hard copy. Some pdf files
are very large and have lots of pages. We don't recommend that
you print them out in hard copy because your printer will run out of ink! If
you want to refer to study guides, you should download and save the pdf files
to your favourite electronic device. You can bring your device to the course
along with a notebook and pen.
You need to make sure that you have the latest version of Adobe
Acrobat reader, as this will ensure that you can open pdf files in their
native fillable format.
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Copyright warning
All papers on this website are intellectual property. You do
not have permission to link directly to (and host) these documents.
Permission to use PACI intellectual property is a privilege
that is granted - it is not a 'right'.
If you are granted permission to use PACI intellectual
property, you must still comply with the rules we have set.
Using
PACI intellectual property without permission is a crime known as stealing.
NOTE: The concept of 'free in the public domain' doesn't
actually exist in many national legal jurisdictions. For any content to be
'free' of any copyright restrictions, the original author/owner would
normally have to be deceased for more than 70 years and/or there would have
to be an 'Act of State' to declare a work or content to be released into the 'public
domain'. As soon as something is created and published,
copyright laws apply automatically.
Even if an author/original owner intended
his work to be released from copyright, this would be difficult if not
impossible to execute in many Western jurisdictions.
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STUDENT
HANDBOOK AND CODE OF CONDUCT
Terms and conditions: Download and please read
carefully (all students).
All students are required to have access to a copy of
the student handbook (see link below).
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The
documents on this site are in Adobe PDF file format.
NOTE:
Documents in PDF file format
require the latest version of Adobe
Acrobat Reader. It is a free download.
Link: https://get.adobe.com/reader (be sure
to select your operating system - eg windows or MAC
O/S)
To download and save Adobe PDF
files, right click and select "Save target as". You will
then be asked to select a folder to save the file to. All
of these documents are the intellectual property of PACI Pty Ltd. Your
'rights' to use these documents is confined only to your immediate training
and assessment. You may not use these documents for commercial gain and/or
profit unless prior written contractual terms are agreed upon - and there
will be a licence fee. Using PACI intellectual property for commercial gain
and/or profit without our consent is a crime known as stealing.
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ALL STUDENTS - STUDENT
HANDBOOK AND CODE OF CONDUCT
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Student
handbook
Student
signing page
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1.8 01/Sep/2023
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Mandatory
document for all students.
This document contains all of the guiding principles for student conduct
and behaviour during training. All PACI students must download and read the
handbook. Your enrolment on a PACI course is conditional that you agree to,
and accept the rules for student
behaviour and code of conduct.
If you intend to proceed and enrol on a PACI
course, you must download and read the student handbook and then sign the
'signing page'.
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ALL STUDENTS (GOVERNMENT / RTO REPORTING REQUIREMENTS TO ASQA)
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AVETMISS
(fillable electronic)
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2024
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Mandatory
document for all trainees.
Australian Vocational Education & Training management Information
Statistical Standard
The government collects information from all students undertaking
nationally recognised training. RTOs are required to collect this
information and then upload it to the NCVER website.
You MUST complete this questionnaire BEFORE
your training commences!
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LLN
(fillable electronic)
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Mandatory
document for all trainees.
This document is designed to assess your current level
of literacy, language and numeracy. You MUST
complete this self-assessment BEFORE your training commences!
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USI code
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Mandatory for all trainees.
You must have a valid USI
code.
No USI code = no qualification!
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EXAM PAPERS (knowledge requirements)
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EXAM
PAPERS
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LEGAL
NOTICE
Most of the content on this web site has been locked down with passwords to
prevent theft of intellectual property.
Students enrolled on a PACI course are granted
permission to use PACI intellectual property for learning purposes. If you
are unable to download and view electronic versions, your instructor may
decide to provide you with content that is printed in hard copy format (check with your instructor). This might occur
if you located in remote region and have no internet access.
All other use of a commercial nature requires
a public
application form to be completed and sent to PACI.
Licencing fees will
apply.
All content is copyright and subject to intellectual
property laws. Access to PACI intellectual property is not a right, it is a
privilege that is granted.
Private/personal use that is not of a commercial nature is entirely free.
However, if you are a business or a commercial entity, you must apply to
PACI for permission and licencing fees will apply.
Download
and complete a public application form.
Send email request to: i-n-f-o-(at)-p-a-c-i-.-c-o-m-.-a-u (remove spaces)
Commercial entities (or any use where it is intended
to generate an income) must contact PACI to obtain express permission to
use this document. Failure to do so is a crime known as stealing.
Our anti-fraud procedures require that you also
provide proof of your corporate identity including address & telephone
contact.
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EXAM PAPERS
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Knots
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2.3 01/Aug/2024
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MANDATORY EXAM FOR ALL COURSES
All students
to complete this exam.
(knots are fundamental to all activity
specialisations)
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4.36 MB
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Activity
Specific Exams:
Download the exams that are relevant to
your training. For example, if you are enrolled on a top rope climbing
course (outdoors on natural surfaces), you need to download and complete
the top rope climbing exam for natural surfaces.
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NATURAL SURFACES
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Anchors
(natural surfaces)
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1.8b 01/Aug/2024
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Mandatory exam if you are enrolled on a course that is conducted outdoors on natural
surfaces.
Password = copyright (if required)
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2.21 MB
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Abseiling
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1.9 01/Aug/2024
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Mandatory exam if you are enrolled on any of the
following courses:
[ ] abseiling
[ ] canyoning
[ ] vertical mobility (self-rescue)
[ ] vertical rescue
[ ] Guide (abseiling)
Password = copyright
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1.79 MB
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Vertical
mobility (self-rescue)
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2.0 18/Apr/2024
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Complete this exam if you are enrolled on any of the
following courses:
[ ] vertical mobility (self-rescue)
[ ] vertical rescue
Password = copyright
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1.91 MB
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Mechanical
advantage (hauling)
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2.6 22/Feb/2024
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Complete this exam if you are enrolled on any of the
following courses:
[ ] vertical mobility (self-rescue)
[ ] vertical rescue
Password = copyright
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2.21 MB
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Top
rope climbing (natural surfaces)
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4.8b 01/Aug/2024
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Complete this exam if you are enrolled on a top rope
climbing course (natural surfaces).
Password = copyright
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10.0 MB
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Lead
climbing natural surfaces
Single-pitch (core exam)
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2.1 01/March/2021
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Complete this exam if you are enrolled on a single-pitch
lead climbing course (natural surfaces).
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1.57 MB
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Lead
climbing natural surfaces
Multi-pitch
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1.4 22/Aug/2007
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Complete this exam if you are enrolled on a multi-pitch
lead climbing course (natural surfaces).
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146 KB
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ARTIFICIAL SURFACES
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Climbing
on artificial surfaces
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1.4 01/Nov/2019
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Complete this exam if you are enrolled on climbing course that is
conducted on artificial surfaces (eg climbing
gym).
This also includes Guide course for artificial surfaces.
Password = copyright
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2.88 MB
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PRE-EXISTING
QUALIFICATIONS AND CONDITIONS
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Health and Fitness
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Mandatory.
You must be fit and healthy for undertaking
climbing and/or abseiling activities at height.
You have a legal duty to disclose any medical condition
that could impact upon your safety of the safety of others.
For example, if you have severe allergic reactions to
insect stings that could cause you to go into shock and/or die, you have a
duty to disclose. Or, if you have an existing back injury that is
incompatible with suspension in a harness, this type of occupation may be
unsuitable for you!
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Minimum age
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Mandatory minimum age.
The minimum age is 15 years - and if
you are under the age of 18, your parent or a legal guardian will need to
sign a permission form.
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Knowledge and skill requirements for entry to a course
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Some levels of training may require students to have pre-existing
knowledge and skills at time of booking. Check with your instructor for
details.
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PPE
and EQUIPMENT
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Equipment
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If you already have your own equipment, we
encourage you to bring it to the course.
On some courses, your instructor may provide equipment
for group use. You will be responsible for any equipment that is in your
care during training. You will be liable for any wilful or intentional
misuse of PPE and equipment.
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Personal items
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Clothing and personal comfort:
[ ] You should wear clothing that is appropriate to the
site and the activity.
[ ] You will need adequate sun protection (if outdoors)
[ ] You will need a water bottle / hydration pack
[ ] You will need to BYO lunch and snacks
Learning support materials:
[ ] electronic device to download, save and reference
pdf files
[ ] notebook + pen
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LEARNING
SUPPORT MATERIALS
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LEGAL
NOTICE
Most of the content on this web site has been locked down with passwords to
prevent theft of intellectual property.
Students enrolled on a PACI course do not have
access to the printable versions. Your instructor may also decide to
provide you with content that is printed in hard copy format (check with your instructor).
All other use of a commercial nature requires
a public
application form to be completed and sent to PACI.
Licencing fees will
apply.
All content is copyright and subject to intellectual
property laws. Access to PACI intellectual property is not a right, it is a
privilege that is granted.
Private/personal use that is not of a commercial nature is entirely free.
However, if you are a business or a commercial entity, you must apply to
PACI for permission and licencing fees will apply.
Download
and complete a public application form.
Send email request to: i-n-f-o-(at)-p-a-c-i-.-c-o-m-.-a-u (remove spaces)
Commercial entities (or any use where it is intended
to generate an income) must contact PACI to obtain express permission to
use this document. Failure to do so is a crime known as stealing.
Our anti-fraud procedures require that you also
provide proof of your corporate identity including address & telephone
contact.
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Knot study
guide
Knots web
page (generic)
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5.9 01 OCT 2024
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PACI
KNOT STUDY GUIDE
Download and review the latest PACI knot
study guide. This is a crucial study guide for knots.
You MUST practice tying knots BEFORE
course commencement. Knots form the backbone of all roping systems.
PASSWORD = copyright
Download and save this document
to your favourite electronic device (eg laptop).
We don't recommend printing this out in hard copy because there are too
many pages and you will run out of ink!
You should try to expand your knowledge of knots beyond
the basics!
The following knots are considered fundamental to all
roped activities at height:
[ ] Figure 8 (#1047) - 2 different tying methods
[ ] Butterfly (#1053) - 2 different tying methods
[ ] Double fishermans (#1415)
[ ] Prusik hitch (#1763) - 3
wrap version
[ ] Double overhand noose (#409)
[ ] Munter hitch (#1195)
Additional knots that are also important depending the
activity:
[ ] Double figure 8 (aka bunny ears) #1085
[ ] Clove hitch (#1245)
[ ] Tensionless hitch (#2047)
[ ] Klemheist (#1762) - where
extra grip is required
[ ] Tape knot (#1412)
[ ] Secure Bowline (EBSB variant or Scotts locked
Bowline)
Additional learning support resources for knot tying
are available here:
Link: http://www.paci.com.au/knots.php
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Effect of water on climbing ropes:
[ ] Karen
Andrew report 2006
[ ] Technical
paper on effects of moisture May 2011
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These papers provide useful background information about
the effects of moisture on dynamic ropes. Original copyright is held by the
respective authors. They are not mandatory - they are additional resources
to expand your knowledge.
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PACI
Protocols
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4.8a 01/OCT/2024
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This is a comprehensive masterwork
that underpins all forms of roped sport and activities that require fall
protection. All PACI training is referenced to this master document. All information is listed in
alphabetical order (like a dictionary).
This document outlines the protocols which govern all
PACI activities at height.
Don't print this in hard copy because
there are too many pages!
Legal notice: No document can be a substitute for competent,
experienced instruction. To the maximum extent permitted under Australian
law, PACI Pty Ltd and its Directors, employees, agents and business
partners do not accept liability for death, injury or damages however
caused or contributed to by the use of this document. Any reliance placed
on this document is understood to be at your own risk.
Password = copyright
Uncontrolled copy
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TRAINING
PACKAGES
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Outdoor
recreation
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SIS
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5.0
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Outdoor recreation training package (SIS)
These are the Australian
national competency standards for outdoor recreation activities at height.
Please review the units that are
relevant to you. You will be assessed against one or more of these units
(depending on the type of course you are undertaking).
Units of competency:
Visit the TGA website.
Link: https://training.gov.au/training/details/sis
(scroll down to “units of competency”)
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