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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare for on-site management.
  2. Oversee event set-up.
  3. Monitor event operation.
  4. Oversee event break-down.

Required Skills

This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

The following skills must be assessed as part of this unit

critical thinking skills to evaluate and assess event requirements for onsite management

problemsolving skills to evaluate and address a wide range of unpredictable operational issues within tight time constraints

communication skills to lead liaise and negotiate with a wide range of stakeholders on potentially complex and unpredictable operational issues

negotiation skills to allow for ontheday negotiations where time constraints play a key factor

literacy skills to interpret and develop potentially complex event documentation

numeracy skills to address a range of operational and planning issues that may include the need to manage the flow of a large number of people and work quickly and accurately with budget figures and estimates

The following knowledge must be assessed as part of this unit

typical systems procedures and logistics for onsite management including

contractor communication mechanisms and protocols including main liaison person within a venue hierarchy of control and walkietalkie options

operational control documents such as running sheets and how they are used

techniques for managing stress and time during the operation of an event

detailed characteristics of written contractor documentation across a wide range of services including venue technical catering and staging

safety and risk issues associated with different types of event such as movement of numbers of people and security issues in particular situations

environmental impacts and minimal impact practices for the construction maintenance and disposal of event staging components

correct and environmentally sound disposal methods for all types of waste and in particular for hazardous substances

Evidence Required

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

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

Evidence of the following is essential

ability to manage the efficient environmentally protective and safe onsite operation of an event including all aspects of preparation setup operation and moveout

knowledge of the range of issues and problems that may arise during the conduct of meetings and events

demonstration of skills in managing the onsite aspects of more than one complex event

presence of commercially realistic time pressures related to the operation of an event

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

participation of a team of operational staff involved in delivering an event

involvement of suppliers of equipment and services

realistic ratios of operational staff to participants delegates or guests

use of meeting and event operational documents and equipment

Methods of assessment

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

evaluation of the operational efficiency and service quality at an event sitemanaged by the candidate

evaluation of reports prepared by the candidate on the event management process including the issues and challenges associated with delivering effective outcomes

review of documentation such as running sheets and other site management plans prepared by the candidate

review of staff or supplier briefing documents and reconfirmation checklists prepared by the candidate

written and oral questioning or interview to test knowledge of management procedures and systems event documentation requirements and negotiating techniques

review of portfolios of evidence and thirdparty workplace reports of onthejob performance by the candidate

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

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SITXMGT003A Manage projects.

Assessing employability skills

Employability skills are integral to effective performance in the workplace and are broadly consistent across industry sectors How these skills are applied varies between occupations and qualifications due to the different work functions and contexts

Employability skills embedded in this unit should be assessed holistically with other relevant units that make up the skill set or qualification and in the context of the job role


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 in the performance criteria is detailed below.

Plans and procedures for on-site management may be related to:

registrations

organising committee

record-keeping and reporting

special needs

risk management

crowd control

event timings

contractor communication

minimisation of environmental impacts on the site.

Materials to facilitate effective on-site management may include:

running sheets

copies of agreements with clients

copies of agreements with all contractors

contact numbers for all contractors

contact numbers for emergency services

briefing papers

pre-determined processes and procedures for managing risks to personnel, participants and he site environment.

Event briefings may be:

face-to-face

in writing

on telephone.

Relevant contractors may include:

venues

speakers and facilitators

staging suppliers

display suppliers

caterers

entertainers

equipment hire companies.

Prearranged operational agreements may relate to:

the correct installation of infrastructure and facilities to ensure minimal impacts to the site

availability of materials and equipment

room set-ups

staging and technical equipment

display and signage

food and beverage arrangements

registration areas.

Deficiencies and discrepancies may include:

incorrect room set-ups

incorrect staging

faulty or unavailable technical equipment

lack of equipment to manage displays and signage

shortage of food and beverage

inappropriate space in registration areas

inappropriate management of risk to personnel, participants and the site environment.

Communication and control mechanisms may include:

guidelines on hierarchy of control and associated reporting lines during the event

regularity of updates to event managers

specific performance indicators

contingency plans.

Event break-down may involve:

the correct removal of infrastructure and facilities to ensure site is left in good condition

packing and removing items

debriefing participants, exhibitors and contractors

liaising with venue and site personnel.