Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

CUASTA301A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Assist with production operations for live performances

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CUASTA301A - Assist with production operations for live performances
Description This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to assist with a broad range of tasks associated with technical and staging aspects of live performances.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application Individuals working in technical and staging support roles for live performances apply the skills and knowledge outlined in this unit. At this level, performances would usually be those staged by performing arts schools or amateur theatre companies in community venues.Individuals undertaking this role would be required to use some discretion and judgement and operate within an established framework of plans and procedures. They would be supervised by personnel experienced in lighting, sound, staging and vision systems.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Develop an understanding of the production staging process
  • Discuss with relevant personnel the role of a production assistant and content found in event staging plans
  • Develop understanding of resources and equipment used in productions
  • Clarify OHS and regulatory requirements that apply to live productions
  • Become familiar with the roles and responsibilities of key production personnel
       
Element: Prepare for live performances
  • Clarify key aspects of staging information with relevant personnel
  • Check the condition of materials, equipment and accessories to determine whether repairs or modifications are required
  • Organise repairs or modifications according to enterprise procedures and in a timely manner
  • Use appropriate equipment and tools to assist with repairs and modifications as required
  • Assist with setting up venues in line with production requirements
       
Element: Assist with production operations during and after performances
  • Within own level of responsibility anticipate potential operational problems and take appropriate action to mitigate
  • Ensure OHS procedures are integrated into work activities and risk-management issues are addressed
  • Undertake work activities in ways that minimise the environmental impact of operations
  • Complete workplace documentation as required
  • Participate in bump-out operations
       
Element: Participate in production debriefs
  • Contribute to reviews of production operations aimed at identifying factors affecting the efficiency of processes and procedures
  • Provide input into discussions on ways to improve productions operations
  • Seek feedback on own performance and note areas for future improvement
       


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:

use correct and safe techniques to make simple alterations to staging elements

work effectively in a performance production team

solve production operation problems within scope of responsibilities

provide efficient and safe assistance with production operations within scope of responsibilities

contribute to analysis of productions

suggest ways of improving production operations.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

access to work on live performance productions

interaction with others in a work team

presence of realistic time constraints for completion of work activities

access to required tools and equipment

access to a range of staging machinery and equipment

access to a range of lighting and audio equipment

access to workplace documentation.

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

third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance

evaluation of tasks completed during bump-in and bump-out

verbal or written questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required skills and knowledge section of this unit

direct observation or video recording of candidate assisting with production operations.

Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties, such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling).

Guidance information for assessment

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

CUSOHS301A Follow occupational health and safety procedures.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

communication skills to:

interpret production documentation, including work plans

discuss work requirements with production personnel

initiative and enterprise skills to contribute ideas about improving production processes and procedures

learning skills to become familiar with technical aspects of staging productions

problem-solving skills to anticipate and respond to production and operational problems

planning and organising skills to:

contribute to a work plan that takes into account a number of variables

organise production resources in a timely fashion

self-management skills to:

prioritise work tasks

follow OHS procedures in relation to:

manual-handling techniques

electrical equipment

teamwork skills to work collaboratively with others involved in staging live productions

technical skills to:

use hand and power tools effectively and safely

apply paints and adhesives effectively and safely.

Required knowledge

well-developed knowledge of:

bump-in and bump-out procedures

stage and production terminology

staging elements

differing potentials of a range of indoor and outdoor performance spaces

issues and challenges that can arise in the context of assisting with production operations

OHS principles and procedures in relation to staging live productions, such as:

safe manual handing

working with electrical equipment

emergency procedures

overview knowledge of:

audio equipment, such as:

effects of environment on audio equipment

fault detection procedures

legal and licensing issues related to repair and maintenance of audio equipment

maintenance needs and schedules

meaning and use of electrical terminology

staging, such as:

basic set assembly

common stage machinery

methods of tying cloths, tabs and drapes

signals and other communication devices used when operating stage machinery

variety of knots

props, such as:

properties and application of commonly used adhesives and paints

properties and application of commonly used materials

safety and environmental issues associated with prop construction

scope of items that may be constructed

commonly used tools and equipment

lighting, such as:

colour recognition

general features of differing light sources

relationship between lighting and other production operations

special requirements for automated light systems

legal, security and risk-management issues relevant to staging live performances.

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.

Relevant personnel may include:

floor manager

head of department

manager

mechanist

producer

production manager

props and sets personnel

stage hand

stage manager

supervisor

technical director

other technical or specialist staff.

Event staging plansmay include:

choreography or performance plans

lighting plans

list of resources required, such as:

props

scenery

sets

lighting

audio

OHS requirements

roles and responsibilities of personnel

time-line scripts

sound plans

stage plans

technical specifications, such as:

budget records

costing sheets

equipment

lighting

performance standards

regulatory requirements

sound equipment

theme-related requirements

venues.

Resources and equipment may include:

framed scenery, such as:

doors

flats

profiles

windows

furniture and other set items

lighting equipment, such as:

architectural fixtures, such as wall lights

cables

cyclorama lights

ellipsoidal profile

floods

fresnels

lighting desk

parabolic aluminised reflector (PAR) lamps

pebbled convex (PC) lamps

profile

snoots

non-weight bearing scenery, such as:

columns

trees

staging, such as:

revolves

fly tower

traps

sets, props and scenic art

soft scenery, such as:

borders

canvas legs

cloths

cycloramas

backdrops

sound equipment, such as:

audio mixing consoles

cables

input source equipment

loudspeakers

trucks

visual display equipment

weight-bearing scenery, such as:

ramps

rostrums

steps

flats

flown pieces

models

props, such as:

cable controlled props

costume props

electronically controlled props

hand props

mechanised props

pneumatically controlled props.

Staging informationmay relate to:

attendance numbers

costumes

event or production time lines

props

sets

technical production, such as:

lighting

sound

audiovisual

venue or stage set-up.

Appropriate equipment and toolsmay include:

materials relevant to the tasks of repair, alteration or development of:

lighting

props

scenery

sets

sound

staging

personal safety equipment

plant equipment

power sources

power tools

spray rooms

work benches.

Setting upmay involve:

working with technicians

working with venue staff

running cables

moving equipment

assisting with stage or equipment set-up.

Operational problemsmay include:

client dissatisfaction

delays

equipment breakdown

inadequate supplies

non-arrival of key talent

running repairs.

Action to mitigatemay include:

explanations to client

notification to supplier

referral to producer or director

referral to supervisor or technician

repairs.

OHS proceduresmay relate to:

electrical safety

ensuring clear access routes

food safety

identifying potential hazards

personal hygiene

restricting access.

Risk-management issuesmay relate to:

audience behaviour

crowd control

security

service quality.

Environmental impactmay relate to:

managing waste

recycling

reducing:

dust

energy consumption

noise

water usage.

Documentationmay include:

attendance lists

checklists

equipment labelling

fault reports

running sheets.

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
Discuss with relevant personnel the role of a production assistant and content found in event staging plans 
Develop understanding of resources and equipment used in productions 
Clarify OHS and regulatory requirements that apply to live productions 
Become familiar with the roles and responsibilities of key production personnel 
Clarify key aspects of staging information with relevant personnel 
Check the condition of materials, equipment and accessories to determine whether repairs or modifications are required 
Organise repairs or modifications according to enterprise procedures and in a timely manner 
Use appropriate equipment and tools to assist with repairs and modifications as required 
Assist with setting up venues in line with production requirements 
Within own level of responsibility anticipate potential operational problems and take appropriate action to mitigate 
Ensure OHS procedures are integrated into work activities and risk-management issues are addressed 
Undertake work activities in ways that minimise the environmental impact of operations 
Complete workplace documentation as required 
Participate in bump-out operations 
Contribute to reviews of production operations aimed at identifying factors affecting the efficiency of processes and procedures 
Provide input into discussions on ways to improve productions operations 
Seek feedback on own performance and note areas for future improvement 

Forms

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