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CULEVP403A
Install and dismantle exhibition elements

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit has broad application to exhibition venue staff or independent exhibition contractors.

Work is undertaken under general guidance and supervision, and with established exhibition plans and procedures.

Exhibitions are staged in many different contexts in both business and community environments.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to install and dismantle the physical elements of exhibitions.

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

Prerequisites

Not applicable.

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

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.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the ability to:

handle collection material with care, using safe manual-handling techniques

implement procedures and processes for installing and dismantling exhibitions

install and dismantle physical elements of exhibitions

work cooperatively with others involved in staging exhibitions.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

involvement of and interaction with a team during the installation or dismantling process

access to:

plans and other exhibition documentation

physical exhibition elements

a physical venue to install or dismantle.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance

direct observation of the candidate installing and dismantling physical elements of an exhibition

verbal or written questioning to assess knowledge of different types of exhibitions, and safety and security issues

analysis of problem-solving exercises undertaken by the candidate to assess ability to respond to different operational situations and contexts.

Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands and the needs of particular client groups (consider the requirements of different age groups, clients with English as a second language, clients with disabilities, remote library users, etc.).

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

CULEVP402A Design and develop interpretive displays.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

communication skills to:

liaise and agree on work requirements

refer problems to relevant personnel

literacy skills to:

complete workplace documentation

read and interpret procedures, drawings, work plans and exhibition documentation

numeracy skills to:

calculate measurements

count items

estimate material requirements

planning and organising skills to:

complete tasks in a logical order

follow procedures according to agreed timelines

organise equipment and materials

safety awareness skills to:

handle collection material safely

use equipment and tools safely

minimise hazards

self-management skills to:

follow workplace procedures

prioritise work tasks and meet deadlines

teamwork skills to communicate and work with others involved in installing and dismantling exhibitions

technical skills to select and apply appropriate installation and dismantling techniques.

Required knowledge

different exhibition components relevant to the work or industry context

typical procedures and processes for exhibition installation

roles and responsibilities of personnel involved in staging exhibitions

safe manual-handling techniques and broad safety issues associated with the movement of physical elements

relevant organisational and legislative work health and safety requirements relating to installing and dismantling exhibitions

packing materials and techniques used for a range of exhibition elements

range of tools commonly used for installing and dismantling exhibitions

cultural protocols that impact on installing and dismantling, including those for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander material

conservation issues to be considered when handling collection material

security issues to be considered when work is underway

record-keeping procedures

organisational procedures and guidelines relating to installing and dismantling exhibition elements.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Exhibition documentation may include:

event orders

floor plans

handling notes

installation instructions

site plans

travelling condition reports

work instructions.

Requirementsmay include:

deadlines

duration

permanent or temporary

restrictions

safety requirements.

Relevant personnelmay include:

collection manager

conservator

curator

exhibition designer

registrar

security personnel.

Site alterations may include:

access to utilities

change to signage or access routes

clearing unnecessary items

installation requirements

introduction of new utilities or furniture

removal of existing fittings or displays

safety and licensing requirements

security

sustainable work practices.

On-site construction may be completed in-house or by external contractors, and many relate to:

carpentry

electrical

installation requirements

metalwork

plumbing

safety and licensing requirements

security.

Exhibition elements may include:

art works

computer equipment

customised supports

display cases

drawers

electronic support material

environmental monitoring and control systems

film and video screens

hanging system supports

light fittings

objects

plinths

racks

sound outlets

special exhibition features

stands

tracks.

Exhibitionsmay be:

developed in-house or externally

hired, borrowed or presented on behalf of another organisation or community group

permanent or temporary

travelling

staged in venues or events, such as:

corporate events

festivals

galleries

libraries

museums

other visitor attractions

theme parks.

Scope of individual responsibility may relate to:

authority to handle certain objects

licensing requirements for undertaking particular types of work.

Organisational proceduresmay relate to:

cleaning

conservation

environment

handling methods

national and international standards relating to installing and dismantling exhibition elements

purchasing

security

storage of packaging materials

waste disposal.

Recordkeeping may include:

electronic files and databases

logs and registers

paper documents.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Review exhibition documentation and confirm requirements with relevant personnel 
Identify materials, equipment and resources required for exhibitions with the assistance of relevant personnel 
Confirm procedures and responsibilities for handling collection material, and installing and dismantling exhibitions 
Establish an agreed project timeline with stakeholders 
Undertake necessary site alterations for installation purposes 
Ensure site is suitable and secure according to technical specifications 
Complete or organise on-site construction as required 
Install and dismantle exhibition elements according to exhibition requirements, available floor plans, and safety and security requirements 
Pack, unpack, handle and move physical elements according to agreed plans and within scope of individual responsibility 
Use safe manual-handling techniques consistent with organisational procedures respecting the integrity of exhibition elements 
Clear and clean work areas according to organisational procedures, safety and sustainable work practices 
Return elements safely to appropriate locations according to exhibition documentation and plans 
Follow record-keeping procedures regarding installing and dismantling exhibition elements 

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