TS 13295

TS 13295 is a vocational standard focused on the roles of canyon expedition guide and canyon expedition trainer. It addresses how these occupations are defined and classified, and how the required characteristics of the jobholder are measured and evaluated. Canyon expedition is a technical outdoor activity that combines moving through narrow gorge terrain, water flow, rock surfaces, and controlled ascent or descent techniques, so the work calls for careful judgement as well as practical skill.

How the two roles are distinguished

A useful feature of this standard is the separation between guiding and training. In general technical terms, a canyon guide is responsible for leading participants through the route and helping manage the progress of the activity, while a canyon trainer is associated with teaching the skills and conducting the instructional process. Distinguishing these functions helps clarify job scope, competence areas, and assessment expectations within the profession.

Measurement and evaluation of occupational characteristics

The standard also covers the measurement and evaluation of the qualities expected in this occupation. In broader vocational context, standards of this kind support a consistent view of technical knowledge, practical ability, risk awareness, team coordination, and participant management. In canyon-related activities, the underlying terminology commonly centers on route planning, group safety, proper use of basic equipment, and the ability to teach and demonstrate techniques; the detailed methods of this particular document should be understood only within the scope stated here.

• The document defines both canyon expedition guide and canyon expedition trainer.
• It includes classification of the occupation.
• It covers measurement and evaluation of the required occupational characteristics.
• The technical nature of canyoning highlights the need for applied and instructional competence.