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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Observe the condition of collections
   • 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
2. Maintain environmental conditions
   • 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
3. Report evidence of potential or actual collection change or damage
   • 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

Performance Evidence

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.

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Knowledge Evidence

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.

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