8.10 Caving
This section refers to the activity of experiencing caves other than public access caves, eg National Parks.
Preschools: This activity is not considered suitable
Leadership team qualifications and experience
Teacher-in-charge / instructors:
Experience and competence in Caving Caving Leadership as described in the South Australian Adventure Activity Standard for Recreational Caving (2006) for the type of caving planned required. Must be conversant with the Australian Speleological Federation Codes of Ethics and Conservation (1992), Minimal Impact Caving Code (1995) and Cave Safety Guidelines (1990)
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Previous visit to the cave being explored and experience in cave rescue techniques required.
First Aid:
See 2.5.4.
Leadership team-to-student ratio
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1:4 required (minimum party size 4)
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Two leaders required
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Maximum party size of 12 required.
Area/location -
Carefully select the cave with reference to emergency action procedures.
For further information on suitability of activity at a specific site contact:
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Australian Speleological Federation, National Caving Codes and Standards website: http://www.caves.org.au.
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Caving Exploration Group of South Australia (CEGSA) for a selection of suitable caves and current advice on caving conditions access: http://www.cegsa.org.au/.
website: http://www.cegsa.org.au/
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Recreation SA, Adventure Activity Standards in Recreational Caving: http://www.recreationsa.org.
Equipment/preparation
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Suitable footwear and protective clothing
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There must be adequate supplies of fresh drinking water.
Safety/supervision
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Participants must wear safety helmets and carry two light sources
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Ropes and ladders to be approved and in good condition
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Participants to help each other on ladders
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A first experience on a caving ladder should be on a pitch of 10m or less
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Advice on current conditions and any hazards present in chosen caves should be sought from the Caving Exploration Group of South Australia (CEGSA) or the South Australian Speleological Council.
8.11 Cricket
Includes kanga cricket, modified rules and indoor cricket.
Preschools: Not recommended unless modified to ensure activity is developmentally appropriate
Leadership team qualifications and experience
Teacher-in-charge / instructor:
Teacher with cricket experience or:
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years 3–5: OTC (formerly Level 0 coaching)
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years 6–9: OTC (formerly Level 0 coaching) satisfactory, Level 1 preferred
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years 10–12: Level 1 coaching
First Aid:
See 2.5.4.
Leadership team -to-student ratio
Area/location
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Nets: locations, design and maintenance of netting and pitches appropriate for safe use
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Playing field: pitch and grassed surfaces suitably maintained.
Equipment/preparation
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Suitable protective equipment provided for batters and wicket keeper, including pads, abdominal guard, batting gloves, batting helmet with face mask, wicket-keeping gloves (with inners) in a range of sizes to ensure suitable fit
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Wooden stumps must not have metal ferrules or tips
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Bats in good condition and of suitable size for students
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Suitable footwear.
Safety/supervision
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Players should not be allowed to bat, field within 10 metres of the bat or wicket-keep up to the stumps, during a a match or at practice where a hard ball is being used, without wearing a cricket helmet (AS/NZS 4499 – 1997) with a face guard.
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Nets: do not bowl until the net is clear and the batter is ready
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No fielding in the nets
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Close in-fielding only according to students’ competence (protective equipment must be worn)
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Rule modifications as appropriate, eg kanga cricket
For further information refer to the SA Cricket Association website at http://www.saca.com.au/.
8.12 Cycling
8.12.1 Cycling education programs
Preschools: Not recommended unless modified to ensure activity is developmentally appropriate
Leadership team qualifications and experience
Teacher-in-charge / instructors:
Teacher with cycling experience or:
Bicycle South Australia (SA) accredited instructor or Cycling SA accredited coach
First Aid:
See 2.5.4.
Leadership team -to-student ratio
1:5, on-road instruction, two leaders required.
Area/location
Carefully select the environment with reference to emergency action procedures.
Equipment/preparation
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Roadworthy bicycles (check brakes, tyres, bell)
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Safety helmets to AS 2063.2—1990 ‘Helmets for pedal cyclists’
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Sound shoes (no sandals) and suitable clothing.
Safety/supervision
Bicycle safety education sessions should have been conducted in advance, eg ‘Bike Ed’ (primary) or ‘Cycle-On’ (secondary) programs.
8.12.2 Day trips, cyclethons, extended tours
Preschools: This activity is not considered suitable
Leadership team qualifications and experience
Teacher-in-charge / instructor:
Teacher with extensive experience in cycling trips/tours or Bicycle SA accredited instructor or Cycling SA coach.
Extended tours:
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Bicycle SA maintenance course certificate desirable.
Other leaders:
‘Tail-end Charlie’ to be experienced cyclist.
First Aid:
See 2.5.4.
Leadership team -to-student ratio
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1:5
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Two leaders required.
Area/location
Carefully select the environment with reference to emergency action procedures.
Equipment/preparation
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Roadworthy bicycles (check brakes, tyres, bell)
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Safety helmets to AS 2063.2—1990 ‘Helmets for pedal cyclists’
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Safety vests to be worn, reflective desirable
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Sound shoes (no sandals) and suitable clothing.
Safety/supervision
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Bicycle safety education sessions should have been conducted in advance, eg ‘Bike Ed’ (primary) or ‘Cycle-On’ (secondary) programs.
Cyclethons — as above, plus:
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during school hours only
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participants to be competent on bicycles
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notify police and the local council of event, route and number of participants
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group students by abilities and bike types
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station marshals along route as necessary
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supply support vehicle if travelling more than 10km from school.
8.12.3 Off-road cycling
Preschools: This activity is not considered suitable
Leadership team qualifications and experience
Teacher-in-charge / instructors:
Teacher or other person with experience in off-road cycling
Other leaders:
Bicycle SA members may be available to assist.
First Aid:
See 2.5.4.
Leadership team to-student ratio
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1:8
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Two leaders required.
Area/location
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Carefully select the environment with reference to emergency action procedures
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As off-road cycling can damage fragile natural environments, pre-check routes with DEH or local councils.
Equipment/preparation
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All-terrain bicycle
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Safety helmets to AS 2063.2—1990 ‘Helmets for pedal cyclists’
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Sound shoes (no sandals) and suitable clothing
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Rear vision mirror on leaders’ bicycles
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Reflective day/night vests and bright clothing
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Suitable lights and reflectors
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Individuals to carry puncture repair kit, spare tubes, snacks and drinks
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Leader to carry tool kit and first aid kit.
Safety/supervision
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Bicycle safety education sessions should have been conducted in advance, eg ‘Bike Ed’ (primary) or ‘Cycle-On’ (secondary) programs
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Leaders need to exercise particular care if students under nine years use public roads as part of the tour
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Bicycle roadworthiness checked first by parents, students to take checklist home
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Bicycles to have front and rear brakes
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Route mapped and copy given to parents and school contact person.
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Support vehicle for remote areas or if travelling more than 10km from school.
For further information refer to the Bike SA website at:
http://www.bikesa.asn.au/
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