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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Identify physical resource requirements
  2. Plan the installation and dismantling of exhibitions
  3. Coordinate operations
  4. Complete exhibition operations

Required Skills

Required skills

communication skills to

liaise and agree on work requirements with colleagues

liaise with specialised or external assistance

provide clear instructions to others

initiative and enterprise skills to contribute ideas to the planning of exhibitions

learning skills to improve outcomes through continuous evaluation of operations

literacy skills to read and interpret work plans procedures drawings exhibition documentation and records

negotiation skills to

purchase required items efficiently

maximise internal and external resource availability

numeracy skills to

calculate measurements and material requirements

estimate costs

work with budgets

planning and organising skills to

establish procedures according to agreed timelines

organise work plans for self and others

monitor interrelated elements of exhibition installation and dismantling

problemsolving skills to deal efficiently with a range of potentially disruptive issues that may arise in the context of installing and dismantling exhibitions

safety awareness skills to

handle collection material safely

minimise hazards

use equipment and tools safely

selfmanagement skills to

prioritise work tasks and meet deadlines

provide a role model to others

teamwork skills to

consult with stakeholders

coordinate input from colleagues

provide leadership

technical skills to select appropriate installation and dismantling techniques

Required knowledge

conservation issues to be considered when handling collection material

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

environmental and other risk factors for people and physical elements

exhibition components relevant to the work or industry context

inventory systems and procedures used for equipment and materials in the context of exhibitions

organisational procedures and guidelines relating to installing and dismantling exhibitions

packing materials and techniques used for different types of exhibition elements

principles of universal access and impact on installation

range of tools commonly used for installing and dismantling exhibitions

recordkeeping procedures

relevant organisational and legislative work health and safety requirements including those that affect the allocation of work and the movement of physical elements

roles and responsibilities of personnel involved in staging exhibitions

security issues to be considered when work is underway

sources of exhibition equipment and supplies

sources of specialist assistance relevant to the work context

technical procedures for handling physical elements including artworks and historical objects

typical procedures and processes for exhibition installation

Evidence Required

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

coordinate and supervise the installation and dismantling of exhibitions

apply detailed knowledge of the exhibition setup process

organise and manage resources allocated for installing and dismantling exhibitions

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

involvement of and interaction with a team for whom the candidate can plan and organise work

access to

an exhibition and exhibition venue

physical exhibition elements

exhibition documentation

organisational procedures

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 thirdparty workplace reports of onthejob performance

evaluation of an installation or dismantle coordinated by the candidate

evaluation of reports prepared by the candidate detailing methods used to organise installation or dismantling of an exhibition challenges faced and how these were resolved

evaluation of candidate responses to case studies and problemsolving exercises to assess ability to plan for different 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

BSBWORA Promote team effectiveness

BSBWOR402A Promote team effectiveness.


Range Statement

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.

Exhibition elements may include:

art works

computer equipment

customised supports

display items, such as:

cases

drawers

plinths

racks

stands

tracks

electronic support material

environmental monitoring and control systems

film and video screens

hanging system supports

light fittings

objects

sound outlets

special exhibition features.

Resources may include:

audio

costumes

display or other furniture

equipment

lighting

materials

scenic items

staff

vision systems.

Inputmay relate to:

operational feasibility of ideas

own ideas for enhancement of concept or design

safety issues.

Organisational proceduresmay relate to:

budget

cleaning

conservation

environment

handling methods

purchasing

security

standards

storage of packaging materials

waste disposal.

Specialist or external assistance may relate to:

artists

builders

conservators

designers

electricians

other trades people

preparators

printers.

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

visitor attractions

theme parks.

Physical resources may relate to:

packing, moving, handling and disposing of objects or other display items

preparing the site

recruitment

rostering additional staff

safety

security

storage

transportation

waste management.