Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 2 |
This version released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0. Updated assessment conditions section. Updated modification history section to reflect changed name of training package. |
Release 1 |
This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 1.0. |
Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan, install and manage the operation of lighting systems at outdoor events, where factors such as weather conditions can significantly affect operations.
Individuals who apply these skills are expected to display a high level of initiative and judgement as they take responsibility for ensuring the quality of lighting at productions and events held outdoors.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Media and entertainment production – lighting
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. Plan lighting for outdoor events |
1.1 Determine lighting requirements in consultation with relevant personnel and with reference to production documentation 1.2 Review regulations that affect the design of outdoor lighting systems, with particular reference to environmental and insurance requirements 1.3 Assess venues or sites to identify availability of power and other issues to be considered when setting up outdoor lighting systems, and plan for contingencies 1.4 Do a job safety analysis of tasks and incorporate health and safety considerations into overall planning 1.5 Develop schedules of outdoor lighting system requirements, with specific reference to additional infrastructure and equipment requirements 1.6 Reach agreement on final configuration of outdoor lighting systems, allowing adequate time for installation and testing prior to events |
2. Install lighting systems for outdoor events |
2.1 Complete checks to ensure availability of all resources prior to installation 2.2 Supervise the connection of control systems 2.3 Monitor progress of lighting system installation against work plans and implement contingency plans as required to ensure that production deadlines are met 2.4 Ensure that all work activities comply with health and safety and industry award guidelines 2.5 Progressively test aspects of lighting system installation to check that required lighting effects can be achieved 2.6 Use the services of licensed personnel to complete specialised work as required 2.7 Liaise with relevant personnel during installation to ensure efficiency of installation and maximum cooperation 2.8 Review finished installation with relevant personnel and make adjustments as required |
3.Monitor outdoor lighting operations |
3.1 Monitor weather and overall quality of lighting and take action to rectify problems 3.2 Communicate with colleagues during operation to share information and ensure quality of productions 3.3 In consultation with relevant personnel, evaluate effectiveness of outdoor lighting operations and note areas for future improvement |
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 |
1.1, 1.2, 2.3 |
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Writing |
1.6, 3.3 |
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Oral communication |
1.1, 1.3, 2.2, 2.6, 2.7, 2.8, 3.2, 3.3 |
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Numeracy |
1.3, 1.6 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 1.6, 2.3, 2.4, 2.6, 3.3 |
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Interact with others |
1.1, 1.3, 1.6, 2.2, 2.6, 2.7, 2.8, 3.2, 3.3 |
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Get the work done |
1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 2.8, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
CUALGT503 Manage lighting operations for outdoor events (Release 2) |
CUALGT503 Manage lighting operations for outdoor events (Release 1) |
Updated assessment conditions section. Updated modification history section to reflect changed name of training package. |
Equivalent unit |
Links
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