List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 Assess risks to collections | 1.1 Identify potential risks to collection material based on historical data, examination of collections and their physical environment 1.2 Assess risks according to probability and impact on collections 1.3 Identify items of significance in collections and assess risks specific to those |
2 Establish mechanisms to address risks | 2.1 Identify appropriate mechanisms to reduce or remove risks 2.2 Locate and consult with relevant specialists to determine ways of reducing specific risks 2.3 Document resources, actions and responsibilities for minimising or preventing risks 2.4 Establish and document appropriate measures for priority items |
3 Establish procedures in event of disasters | 3.1 Develop procedures for responding to disasters 3.2 Define roles and responsibilities of those involved in implementing disaster management plans 3.3 Allocate responsibilities to appropriate team members based on available expertise 3.4 Research potential disaster support networks |
4 Finalise disaster management plans | 4.1 Source and collate relevant information to include in disaster management plans 4.2 Create structure and format for plans that are logical, user-friendly and clearly understood by key stakeholders 4.3 Develop documentation to support disaster management plans 4.4 Integrate evaluation mechanisms into plans 4.5 Present plans to stakeholders and provide feedback opportunities 4.6 Develop strategies to ensure plans and required staff skills remain current 4.7 Make recommendations for integration of disaster management measures into other relevant organisational plans |
Evidence of the ability to:
assess risks to the collection
develop risk mitigation procedures
develop a clear and concise disaster management plan for an actual collection or site or environment
present plan to stakeholders and respond to feedback
establish strategies to maintain currency of plan.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
identify and discuss types of disasters that might affect collections and particular items in collections
analyse causes and types of damage to collection material and collections
analyse risk assessment processes in relation to collections
analyse procedures used to reduce or remove risk in the relevant work context
identify support networks that can be used in the event of disaster response and recovery
analyse significance assessment methodology.
Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in the Library – Preventive Conservation field of work and include access to:
a collection, cultural material or site for which a disaster management plan can be prepared
historical data and collection records
special purpose tools, equipment and materials.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.