Assessor Resource

CUACNM201
Monitor collections for changes in condition

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to observe and report the basic condition of collections, and to identify possible threats to objects in collections.

It applies to individuals who work in organisations and are responsible for the care of material in a collection, both on display and in storage.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Observe the condition of collections

1.1 Check the position, appearance and condition of collections

1.2 Identify changes, anomalies, damage and deterioration

1.3 Take action when required by condition according to organisational policies and procedures

1.4 Refer complex matters to appropriate personnel

2. Maintain environmental conditions

2.1 Monitor environmental conditions that affect collections

2.2 Identify environmental conditions that need attention and make adjustments according to organisational policies and procedures

2.3 Refer unresolved matters regarding environmental conditions to appropriate personnel

3. Report evidence of potential or actual collection change or damage

3.1 Report changes that present potential immediate risk to collections to appropriate personnel

3.2 Report evidence of common sources of damage to appropriate personnel

3.3 Observe visitor behaviour that may threaten collections and take action and report within scope of individual responsibility

3.4 Identify and refer hazards and risks to appropriate personnel

Evidence of the ability to:

undertake regular, thorough and timely checks of collections to observe and report on their condition

follow workplace procedures in relation to monitoring collections for changes in condition

identify threats to collections and take prompt remedial action according to workplace procedures

report potential or actual change or damage to collection within scope of responsibility, or escalate as appropriate.

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:

outline collection monitoring protocols

describe the types of changes, anomalies, damage and deterioration that are likely to occur

list common environmental conditions that affect collections and explain what adjustments could be made for each condition

outline potential hazards and risks to collection material, buildings and personnel.

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to:

a collection to monitor

relevant policy and procedures manuals

interaction with relevant personnel.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Observe the condition of collections

1.1 Check the position, appearance and condition of collections

1.2 Identify changes, anomalies, damage and deterioration

1.3 Take action when required by condition according to organisational policies and procedures

1.4 Refer complex matters to appropriate personnel

2. Maintain environmental conditions

2.1 Monitor environmental conditions that affect collections

2.2 Identify environmental conditions that need attention and make adjustments according to organisational policies and procedures

2.3 Refer unresolved matters regarding environmental conditions to appropriate personnel

3. Report evidence of potential or actual collection change or damage

3.1 Report changes that present potential immediate risk to collections to appropriate personnel

3.2 Report evidence of common sources of damage to appropriate personnel

3.3 Observe visitor behaviour that may threaten collections and take action and report within scope of individual responsibility

3.4 Identify and refer hazards and risks to appropriate personnel

Evidence of the ability to:

undertake regular, thorough and timely checks of collections to observe and report on their condition

follow workplace procedures in relation to monitoring collections for changes in condition

identify threats to collections and take prompt remedial action according to workplace procedures

report potential or actual change or damage to collection within scope of responsibility, or escalate as appropriate.

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:

outline collection monitoring protocols

describe the types of changes, anomalies, damage and deterioration that are likely to occur

list common environmental conditions that affect collections and explain what adjustments could be made for each condition

outline potential hazards and risks to collection material, buildings and personnel.

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to:

a collection to monitor

relevant policy and procedures manuals

interaction with relevant personnel.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Check the position, appearance and condition of collections 
Identify changes, anomalies, damage and deterioration 
Take action when required by condition according to organisational policies and procedures 
Refer complex matters to appropriate personnel 
Monitor environmental conditions that affect collections 
Identify environmental conditions that need attention and make adjustments according to organisational policies and procedures 
Refer unresolved matters regarding environmental conditions to appropriate personnel 
Report changes that present potential immediate risk to collections to appropriate personnel 
Report evidence of common sources of damage to appropriate personnel 
Observe visitor behaviour that may threaten collections and take action and report within scope of individual responsibility 
Identify and refer hazards and risks to appropriate personnel 

Forms

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