CULEVP201A
Assist with the presentation of public activities and events

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to complete a range of tasks associated with setting up and staging activities and events.

Application

This unit applies to individuals who provide basic assistance at any type of event and work under direct supervision.

While this unit has particular application in the library, information and cultural sectors, it has relevance to events that take place across the spectrum of business and community activity.


Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare for activities or events

1.1 Clarify and confirm with supervisor details of, and resources required for, activities and events

1.2 Confirm work plans and specific work requirements with supervisor

1.3 Organise required resources

2. Undertake on-site activities

2.1 Follow agreed work requirements in consultation with supervisor and work colleagues

2.2 Set up and maintain activities in agreement with work plan and requirements

2.3 Participate in the delivery of activities as required

3. Finalise on-site activities

3.1 Pack up and clean up materials and site following health, safety and security procedures

3.2 Identify problems promptly and resolve within scope of individual responsibility or refer to supervisor

3.3 Complete required documentation and submit to relevant personnel

Required Skills

Required skills

communication skills to liaise with colleagues and supervisors on routine work issues

literacy skills to read and interpret work instructions

organising skills to:

plan work tasks in a logical sequence

work efficiently

problem-solving skills to:

identify and resolve simple problems relating to activities and events

interpret work plans

self-management skills to:

follow work plans and meet deadlines

follow safety procedures

teamwork skills to work with others in setting up and cleaning up after public activities and events.

Required knowledge

components of different types of public activities and events

emergency procedures relevant to the work context

procedures and practices for the set-up and operation of public activities and events

recommended safe work practices relevant to public activities and events

roles and responsibilities of different personnel in the set-up and operation of public activities and events

security requirements relevant to public activities and events.

Evidence Required

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:

assist with the set-up, maintenance and clean-up of public activities and events

complete tasks safely and follow work instructions

resolve and refer problems as required.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

interaction with others involved in public activities or events to reflect the communication aspects of the unit

access to:

a location in which events or activities take place

an activity or event on which the candidate can work.

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 onthejob performance

direct observation or verified evidence of the candidate completing tasks during the set-up or operation of an activity or event

verbal or written questioning to assess knowledge of event components, typical procedures and safety issues.

Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands and the needs of particular client groups (consider the requirements of different age groups, clients with English as a second language, clients with disabilities, remote library users, etc.).

Guidance information for assessment

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

BSBOHS201A Participate in OHS processes.


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, 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.

Detailsmay relate to:

location

responsibilities

roles

rosters

schedules

timelines.

Resources may include:

audiovisual equipment and recordings

budget

caterers

catering supplies

consumables, such as:

environmentally friendly bags

pens

stickers

furniture

give-aways

guest speakers

lighting

promotional or support materials, such as:

activity sheets

electronic presentations

handouts

posters

props

sample bags

security

space

staffing

transportation.

Activities and events may include:

ceremonies

demonstrations

displays

excavations

exhibitions

festivals

field trips

guest speakers

guided tours

holiday or weekend activities

industry activities, such as:

book week

library week

outreach

open days

orientation

performances, such as:

craft demonstrations

film

music

theatre

workshops

programs that promote reading and literature, such as:

adult literacy

story time

school programs

special occasions

theme days

training sessions

visits by:

artists

authors

curators

performers.

Specific work requirements may relate to:

answering or making basic phone enquiries regarding activities and events

assisting with booking accommodation and travel arrangements for guest speakers

assisting with booking venues, rooms or taking bookings for attendance

assisting with bumpin and bumpout

assisting with catering

assisting with furniture and equipment set-up

assisting with set-up of displays

customer service tasks

developing or organising the printing of promotional or support materials

greeting and directing attendees

venue preparation.

Work colleagues may include:

administrative staff

collection management staff

curators

directors

education officers

guides

marketing staff

peers

producers

security staff

supervisors

technical specialists, such as IT staff

visiting presenters.

Documentation may include:

activity sheets

attendance sheets

basic timeline for preparations for activity or event

checklists

electronic and hard copy correspondence advising of upcoming events

equipment lists

incident reports

list of required resources

posters or other materials publicising activities and events

running sheets

simple written report summarising preparations, plans and delivery of activities and events.


Sectors

Cultural services - Exhibitions and visitor programs


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.


Licensing Information

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.