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

CUFSET301A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Assemble and maintain sets

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CUFSET301A - Assemble and maintain sets
Description This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assemble and maintain sets for productions in television, film, entertainment and interactive media industries.The National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work applies to persons performing dogging and rigging work. Completion of the following units is required for certification at either basic, intermediate or advanced levels.CPCCLDG3001A Licence to perform doggingCPCCLRG3001A Licence to perform rigging basic levelCPCCLRG3002A Licence to perform rigging intermediate levelCPCCLRG4001A Licence to perform rigging advanced level.Sets and staging for some performances or events may fall within the definition of construction work. If so, people entering a construction site are required to complete the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (Australian Safety Compensation Council, May 2007).Achievement of the unit 'CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry' fulfils this requirement.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application Under the overall direction of supervising production staff, members of set construction crews apply the skills and knowledge outlined in this unit. They work closely with set designers, production managers and props personnel to assemble and maintain sets. They are usually involved with the packing and transportation of sets to and from production locations.During productions, the role includes maintaining the quality of sets and ensuring set continuity is achieved.As a rule, members of set construction crews need to be well-organised and flexible enough to adapt to unexpected situations, as well as having the technical skills required to carry out repairs and maintenance of set components.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Visual communication - sets
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: Prepare sets for production
  • Liaise with relevant production personnel to confirm production requirements
  • Review documentation relevant to production and analyse to ensure set requirements are fully met
  • Document condition of sets from all sources to ensure they meet required quality standards for production
  • Identify and repair faults or arrange with relevant production personnel to carry out specific alterations where applicable
  • Ensure sets are labelled, coded and stored to facilitate production requirements
  • Ensure relevant production personnel are briefed thoroughly on use, functions and placement of sets, including requirements for complying with OHS regulations
       
Element: Pack sets for transport
  • Assist relevant production personnel to coordinate plans for transport to, and assembly of sets at, production sites
  • Confirm availability of adequate facilities to meet set requirements at production sites
  • Conduct checks on all equipment and sets prior to departure and complete documentation according to enterprise procedures
  • Pack sets in appropriate containers for transport to production sites and load using safe lifting and handling methods
  • Complete stock orders as required and ensure delivery to production sites in line with production requirements
       
Element: Assemble and strike sets during productions
  • Check availability of set requirements and equipment and confirm with relevant production personnel any variations to original production requirements
  • Brief relevant production personnel about safety features and requirements associated with sets as applicable
  • Assemble sets ensuring all work is completed safely, securely and on time
  • Reassemble or strike sets according to production requirements ensuring continuity and appearance of sets are maintained
  • Assess whether damaged sets can continue to be used in production and arrange for replacements where necessary after referral to relevant production personnel
  • Ensure sets no longer required during production are stored securely and safely or returned to original sources in good condition
       
Element: Strike sets
  • Strike sets at conclusion of productions and safely pack and load for transportation
  • Arrange return of items and equipment to original sources as applicable
  • Report equipment that is damaged and requires maintenance to relevant production personnel and document requirement
  • Finalise required documentation according to enterprise procedures and protocols
  • Leave production site in original or improved condition, ensuring no adverse impact on the site
       


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 following is essential:

ability to:

assemble sets for productions in line with production requirements

maintain sets continuity during productions

handle hazardous materials and equipment in a safe manner

collaborative approach to work

effective verbal and written communication skills.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

completion of set assembly tasks within typical workplace time constraints

access to a range of set components used in productions

access to productions requiring a range of set components

access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required

use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of learners and the work being performed.

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 assembling sets for productions

inspection of sets assembled by the candidate to determine whether production requirements have been met and proper procedures followed

review of set continuity documentation prepared by the candidate

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

Guidance information for assessment

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

CUESET302A Make sets.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

communication and teamwork skills sufficient to:

liaise with relevant production personnel, e.g. set designers and continuity personnel

understand and carry out instructions and creative directions as required

explain the features of components of sets to others

prepare relevant documentation and production information

work effectively as a team member

communicate effectively on the telephone and using two-way communication devices

literacy and numeracy skills sufficient to:

interpret design documentation, scale drawings and set construction specifications and instructions

interpret measurements accurately

initiative and enterprise in the context of being flexible and dealing with the unexpected during productions

technical skills sufficient to:

use a range of hand and power tools and equipment to dress sets

use and apply a range of materials, e.g. paint, plaster, adhesives and mouldings

assemble sets accurately according to production requirements

self-management and planning skills sufficient to:

prioritise work tasks

work under pressure and meet deadlines

make decisions within level of own responsibility

seek expert assistance when problems arise

maintain continuity of sets during productions

store sets in an orderly manner

maintain a clean and safe work area

Required knowledge

industry knowledge, including:

roles and responsibilities of personnel involved in designing and realising productions

understanding the artistic and technical elements of productions

terminology associated with production scheduling

set etiquette and protocols

characteristics of different types of sets, construction materials and methods

set design and construction processes

familiarity with storage and identification processes and systems

methods for the safe handling of hazardous materials

OHS standards as they apply to assembling and maintaining sets

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.

Production personnel may include:

art director

continuity personnel

costume designer

designers

director

director of photography

floor manager

head of department

performers

producer

production designer

production manager

set designer

sets department personnel

sets makers, e.g. carpenters

sets manager

sets storeman

stand-by sets

technical director

other technical/specialist staff.

Production requirements may include:

animatronic devices

cable controlled sets

day and night

deadlines

electrically controlled sets

flooring

hazardous situations

hydraulics

interior and exterior locations

lifts

mechanised sets

multiple locations

pneumatically controlled sets

revolves

scaffolding

special effects sets

winches.

Documentation may be:

call sheets

colour charts

computer generated

confirmation of receipt and dispatch notes

continuity reports and checklists

descriptive checklists of sets

fault reports

hire agreements

manually written

manufacture schedules

manufacturer specifications and instructions

measurement charts

memos of instruction

paint colour formulas

production schedules

running sheets

set designs

sets breakdown lists

sets schedules and plans

sketches

stock orders

stock reports

technical drawings.

Productions may include:

animations

commercials

documentaries

feature films

interactive media

live or pre-recorded television productions

live theatre and events

music videos

short films

television productions of any type.

Set requirements may include:

construction from various materials, such as:

timber

metal

fibre glass

masonite

plaster

plastic mouldings

canvas

gauze

synthetic and natural fibres

gluing

metalwork, including:

cutting

welding

brazing

moulding materials

painting materials

sculpting and other shaping methods

weight bearing construction

woodworking.

Sets may include:

cycloramas and backdrops

flats

flown pieces

functional rooms, e.g. kitchen

models, e.g. dinosaurs

rostrums

soft items, e.g. drapes

stairs

traps

treads.

Sources may include:

corporate sponsors

hirers

individuals

museums

retail suppliers, e.g. hardware and timber merchants

theatres.

Faults may include:

breakages

dirt

fire damage

marks

poor paint match

rips

stains.

OHS regulations may include:

Australian Recommended Safety Code for Film and Television

commonwealth, state and territory OHS regulations

relevant local government construction rules and regulations

relevant national and international standards, guidelines and codes of practice, e.g. the Building Code of Australia.

Production sites may include:

in a studio

on location - exterior

on location - interior

outside broadcast

sound stage

theatre and entertainment venue.

Facilities may include:

caravans

catering

French braces

lock-up facilities

offices

on-site sheds

safes

sand bags

secure strong boxes

warehouses.

Equipment may include:

communication equipment, such as:

mobile telephones

two-way communication devices

fire extinguishers

first aid kit

generators

gloves

power sources

power tools

safety boots

safety goggles and masks

spray rooms

work benches.

Containers may include:

boxes

braces

cloth bags

crates

road cases

timber frames

tubes.

Continuity may include:

condition, e.g. rips and breakages

mechanical sets, e.g. lifts

miniatures

models

paint quality

placement

special requirements for action sequences.

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
Liaise with relevant production personnel to confirm production requirements 
Review documentation relevant to production and analyse to ensure set requirements are fully met 
Document condition of sets from all sources to ensure they meet required quality standards for production 
Identify and repair faults or arrange with relevant production personnel to carry out specific alterations where applicable 
Ensure sets are labelled, coded and stored to facilitate production requirements 
Ensure relevant production personnel are briefed thoroughly on use, functions and placement of sets, including requirements for complying with OHS regulations 
Assist relevant production personnel to coordinate plans for transport to, and assembly of sets at, production sites 
Confirm availability of adequate facilities to meet set requirements at production sites 
Conduct checks on all equipment and sets prior to departure and complete documentation according to enterprise procedures 
Pack sets in appropriate containers for transport to production sites and load using safe lifting and handling methods 
Complete stock orders as required and ensure delivery to production sites in line with production requirements 
Check availability of set requirements and equipment and confirm with relevant production personnel any variations to original production requirements 
Brief relevant production personnel about safety features and requirements associated with sets as applicable 
Assemble sets ensuring all work is completed safely, securely and on time 
Reassemble or strike sets according to production requirements ensuring continuity and appearance of sets are maintained 
Assess whether damaged sets can continue to be used in production and arrange for replacements where necessary after referral to relevant production personnel 
Ensure sets no longer required during production are stored securely and safely or returned to original sources in good condition 
Strike sets at conclusion of productions and safely pack and load for transportation 
Arrange return of items and equipment to original sources as applicable 
Report equipment that is damaged and requires maintenance to relevant production personnel and document requirement 
Finalise required documentation according to enterprise procedures and protocols 
Leave production site in original or improved condition, ensuring no adverse impact on the site 

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