Assessor Resource

CUASOU306
Operate sound reinforcement systems

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate sound reinforcement systems for live performances.

It applies to individuals whose main role is to monitor and maintain sound quality through front-of-house sound reinforcement systems during live performances.

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

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)


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. Prepare for sound reinforcement operations

1.1 Confirm production requirements with relevant people

1.2 Confirm audio equipment has been correctly installed and tested according to manufacturer instructions and work health and safety (WHS) guidelines

1.3 Confirm adequate standby facilities are accessible in the event of equipment malfunction

1.4 Prepare for playback of pre-recorded material as required

1.5 Listen critically to sound system and adjust as necessary to take account of venue acoustics

1.6 Conduct final sound check in line with production requirements

2. Monitor sound reinforcement system

2.1 Confirm that sound quality and balance meet production requirements

2.2 Monitor sound levels to ensure they do not exceed safe noise levels

2.3 Identify and rectify equipment malfunctions with minimum disruption to sound quality

2.4 Communicate appropriately with relevant people throughout the performance

3. Complete work operations

3.1 Complete documentation in line with production requirements

3.2 Assist with the disassembly of audio equipment as required

3.3 Seek feedback from relevant people on own performance, and note areas for improvement

Evidence of the ability to:

test and operate a range of sound reinforcement systems and audio equipment in line with work health and safety (WHS) procedures, production requirements and industry standards

monitor and maintain sound quality for at least three live performances

communicate appropriately with personnel before and during live performances

follow procedures for completing documentation and disassembling equipment at the conclusion of performances.

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:

explain the basic principles and practices of sound reinforcement

explain the basic principles of acoustics

explain the main techniques for installing and testing audio equipment

explain the operational principles for a range of sound reinforcement systems

explain the issues and challenges that typically arise when operating sound reinforcement systems for live performances, and how to address them

outline the work health and safety (WHS) procedures that relate to the operation of sound reinforcement systems and audio equipment, including:

safe manual handling techniques

working safely with electricity and noise

safeguards against hearing loss.

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:

sound reinforcement systems and audio equipment

live performance venues

relevant production documentation.

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 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. Prepare for sound reinforcement operations

1.1 Confirm production requirements with relevant people

1.2 Confirm audio equipment has been correctly installed and tested according to manufacturer instructions and work health and safety (WHS) guidelines

1.3 Confirm adequate standby facilities are accessible in the event of equipment malfunction

1.4 Prepare for playback of pre-recorded material as required

1.5 Listen critically to sound system and adjust as necessary to take account of venue acoustics

1.6 Conduct final sound check in line with production requirements

2. Monitor sound reinforcement system

2.1 Confirm that sound quality and balance meet production requirements

2.2 Monitor sound levels to ensure they do not exceed safe noise levels

2.3 Identify and rectify equipment malfunctions with minimum disruption to sound quality

2.4 Communicate appropriately with relevant people throughout the performance

3. Complete work operations

3.1 Complete documentation in line with production requirements

3.2 Assist with the disassembly of audio equipment as required

3.3 Seek feedback from relevant people on own performance, and note areas for improvement

Evidence of the ability to:

test and operate a range of sound reinforcement systems and audio equipment in line with work health and safety (WHS) procedures, production requirements and industry standards

monitor and maintain sound quality for at least three live performances

communicate appropriately with personnel before and during live performances

follow procedures for completing documentation and disassembling equipment at the conclusion of performances.

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:

explain the basic principles and practices of sound reinforcement

explain the basic principles of acoustics

explain the main techniques for installing and testing audio equipment

explain the operational principles for a range of sound reinforcement systems

explain the issues and challenges that typically arise when operating sound reinforcement systems for live performances, and how to address them

outline the work health and safety (WHS) procedures that relate to the operation of sound reinforcement systems and audio equipment, including:

safe manual handling techniques

working safely with electricity and noise

safeguards against hearing loss.

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:

sound reinforcement systems and audio equipment

live performance venues

relevant production documentation.

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
Confirm production requirements with relevant people 
Confirm audio equipment has been correctly installed and tested according to manufacturer instructions and work health and safety (WHS) guidelines 
Confirm adequate standby facilities are accessible in the event of equipment malfunction 
Prepare for playback of pre-recorded material as required 
Listen critically to sound system and adjust as necessary to take account of venue acoustics 
Conduct final sound check in line with production requirements 
Confirm that sound quality and balance meet production requirements 
Monitor sound levels to ensure they do not exceed safe noise levels 
Identify and rectify equipment malfunctions with minimum disruption to sound quality 
Communicate appropriately with relevant people throughout the performance 
Complete documentation in line with production requirements 
Assist with the disassembly of audio equipment as required 
Seek feedback from relevant people on own performance, and note areas for improvement 

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