CUAVSS303
Repair and maintain vision system equipment


Application

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to undertake basic repairs to and maintain vision systems used in the screen, media and entertainment industries.

At this level, individuals are required to use some discretion and judgement and operate under broad supervision within an established framework of plans and procedures.

In some States and Territories of Australia, a restricted electrical licence is required to repair and maintain production equipment. Restricted electrical licences allow a person to carry out electrical work incidental to a trade. Incidental work may include fault-finding on equipment or changing like for like equipment by disconnecting and reconnecting the fixed wiring. It does not include any other changes to the fixed wiring.

Testing and tagging of electrical equipment must be carried out by a person with the relevant certificate of competency in accordance with the performance specifications of:

Australian Standard 3760: 200 In-service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment

Australian Standard 3002: 1985 Electrical installations - shows and carnivals.

In some States and Territories a licensed electrician would be required to undertake the tasks outlined in Element 2.


Elements and Performance Criteria

Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Undertake maintenance tasks

1.1 Undertake maintenance work on location as required to restore vision system equipment to optimum working condition

1.2 Clean and maintain equipment, cables and accessories according to organisational procedures and maintenance instructions

1.3 Conduct equipment safety checks according to manufacturer instructions and in compliance with industry and Australian standards

1.4 Check and replace spares and consumables according to organisational requirements and manufacturer instructions

1.5 Complete maintenance documentation to ensure accurate records of checked and maintained items, and provide copies to relevant personnel

2. Undertake repair tasks

2.1 Recognise faults and safely shut down equipment if necessary, following manufacturer instructions and organisational procedures

2.2 Isolate fault to specific equipment or parts of equipment using fault detection procedures, and determine repair requirements

2.3 Make simple repairs in line with level of own responsibility and label faulty equipment that cannot be repaired

2.4 Refer complex repairs to technical specialists or licensed personnel in consultation with relevant personnel

2.5 Where appropriate, have technical specialists pilot repairs from a remote location

2.6 Discuss faults and repair needs with technical specialists, demonstrating correct use of terminology

3. Document work activity

3.1 Undertake simple modifications to equipment, ensuring current safety measures and deadlines are met

3.2 Complete documentation according to organisational procedures and distribute to relevant personnel as required

3.3 Review repair and maintenance activities to ensure compliance with legislation

Evidence of Performance

Evidence of the ability to:

use the appropriate tools to undertake routine repairs and maintenance on vision systems

apply logical fault-detection procedures

follow health and safety procedures when testing and maintaining vision system equipment

refer to service and technical manuals when undertaking repair and maintenance tasks

work collaboratively.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.


Evidence of Knowledge

To complete the unit requirements the individual must:

explain typical maintenance needs and schedules for a range of vision systems

explain the type of cleaning agents to use with different equipment

explain techniques and processes for detecting and repairing common faults in lighting equipment

describe common spare parts and sub-assemblies used when maintaining and repairing vision systems

explain how to handle, maintain and store the following recording/playback mediums used in vision systems:

computer discs

film

RAM chips

servers

tapes

video

explain the consequences of not operating and maintaining vision systems in optimal condition

describe health and safety issues in relation to the repair and maintenance of vision systems.


Assessment Conditions

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to venues or locations with vision systems.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.


Foundation Skills

This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.

Skill

Performance Criteria

Description

Reading

1.3

Interprets service documentation and manuals

Writing

1.5, 2.3, 3.2

Completes fault and maintenance reports

Labels equipment according to its repair status

Oral communication

1.2, 1.5, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.2

Obtains information by listening and questioning

Uses clear language to contribute information and express requirements

Navigate the world of work

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3

Follows workplace protocols and safety procedures

Understands and completes main tasks and responsibilities, within the boundaries of own role

Interact with others

1.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.2

Works collaboratively with others involved in staging shows or events

Get the work done

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2

Adopts a methodical and logical approach to completing basic repairs to vision system equipment

Meets work deadlines

Recognises and takes responsibility for addressing predictable, and some less predictable, problems when diagnosing and repairing vision system equipment


Sectors

Media and entertainment production - vision systems