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

CULMS605C Mapping and Delivery Guide
Develop and implement procedures for the movement and storage of cultural material

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CULMS605C - Develop and implement procedures for the movement and storage of cultural material
Description This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to establish and implement procedures and protocols for the movement and storage of cultural material.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Employability Skills The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of Employability Skills. The Employability Skills Summary for the qualification in which this unit of competency is packaged, will assist in identifying Employability Skills requirements.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to individuals responsible for the management of the movement and storage of cultural material. Depending on the size of the organisation, this role may be undertaken by collection management personnel, or by an individual with broader management responsibilities. Work is undertaken autonomously within organisational guidelines, often as the leader of a team.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Nil
Competency Field Collection Management
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: Establish procedures for handling and movement of cultural material
       
Element: Identify and assess key information about cultural material as the basis for developing movement and storage procedures
       
Element: Identify and assess key internal and external factors that impact on movement and storage
       
Element: Integrate current industry best practice into the development of procedures, including application of cultural protocols
       
Element: Identify and consult with key stakeholders in the development of procedures
       
Element: Identify and address any legal, insurance or other administrative requirements which impact on movement and storage of cultural material
       
Element: Identify and assess occupational health and safety issues and legislative requirements
       
Element: Develop and communicate clear and complete procedures and plans for the movement/storage of cultural material, including responsibilities, timelines and resource allocations
       
Element: Monitor movement/storage activities
       
Element: Organise and monitor movement and storage arrangements in accordance with agreed procedures and the requirements for particular work situations
       
Element: Monitor the application of safe and secure work practices and take action to address any problems
       
Element: Monitor object movement and storage against schedules and allocated budgets and take action to address any problems
       
Element: Consult with colleagues on a regular basis to obtain feedback on movement and storage procedures
       
Element: Manage movement/storage records
       
Element: Monitor informationrecords to ensure completeness, currency, accuracy and observance of legal, ethical and cultural constraints
       
Element: Make adjustments and enhancements to record keeping systems based on ongoing review and feedback from users
       


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.

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

Evidence of the following is essential:

application of planning and organisational skills to the development and implementation of procedures for movement/storage of cultural material

knowledge of the internal, external and technical issues that impact on movement/storage of cultural material.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

involvement of, and interaction with others to reflect consultation and team leadership

assessment over a period of time to reflect the ongoing implementation and monitoring aspects of the unit

access to relevant policies and procedures manuals

access to a collection for which procedures can be planned.

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 by the candidate

evaluation of procedures developed by the candidate, and the processes used

evaluation of candidate's ability to develop procedures and highlight appropriate issues for different workplace contexts and situations

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of technical and other considerations in the movement/storage of cultural material.

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

BSBFLM412A Promote team effectiveness

CUEFIN02C Manage a budget.

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 consult with work colleagues and other stakeholders on requirements and constraints for movement and storage

planning and organisational skills to establish and implement a range of interrelated processes

literacy skills to interpret a wide range of information and to communicate detailed procedures and systems

numeracy skills to interpret and use budgets, and to work with numerical record keeping systems.

Required knowledge

technical/conservation issues associated with the movement of particular cultural material in a given work context

technical/conservation issues associated with the storage of particular cultural material in a given work context

typical protection, transportation, storage and security procedures and practices relevant to the work context

legal and administrative requirements for the movement/storage of cultural material

cultural protocols that affect the movement/storage of cultural material, including those for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander material

copyright, moral rights and intellectual property legislation and issues that impact on movement/storage of cultural material

safety legislation and requirements that impact on the movement/storage of cultural material.

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.

Key information may include:

nature of material

condition of material

dimensions

weight

intended use

length and mode of journey

planned duration of storage

type of storage facility

climate

propensity for pest infestation

ownership details

cultural considerations

Cultural material is defined as 'objects, collections, artworks, specimens, structures or sites' and includes:

archaeological material

books and manuscripts

cultural sites/buildings

ethnographic material

film/audiovisual material

flora and fauna

furniture

photographs

technological/industry items

textiles

works on paper/canvas

The movement and storage of cultural material may:

take place within the museum

involve transferring material into the institution from outside

involve transferring objects from within the institution to an outside location

involve various forms of transport

involve long or short term storage

Key internal and external factors may include:

organisational priorities

resource constraints

space constraints

future programs and events

intentions/programs of other museums

visitor trends

availability of specialist expertise

legal requirements

cultural considerations

Key stakeholders may include:

other management

staff

volunteers

suppliers

conservators

curators

lenders/borrowers

Procedures and plans may include consideration of:

suitable transfer methods

protection and security of items

protective materials and equipment

transportation methods

transportation routes

preferred suppliers

contingencies for potential hazards

physical, environmental and security constraints of destination

safe health and manual handling procedures

legal and financial requirements

cultural protocols

location and placement of cultural material at destination

record keeping requirements

Information records about cultural material may include:

physical description

dimensions

weight

accession number

photograph/image

special handling requirements

associated collection items

accessories

exhibition and storage history

location

condition

previous conservation reports

history and provenance

significance e.g. cultural, technical, scientific, historical, social

source e.g. original location, donor, dealer, maker, collector

loan information

insurance details

Record keeping may be in a variety of formats including:

paper documents

photographic

film and video

sound recordings

computer-based

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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