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.

Elements 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria 

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

1. Apply an understanding of anatomy and physiology to movement

1.1 Identify the basic structure of the human body

1.2 Apply principles of correct posture and body alignment to basic dance movements

1.3 Discuss with relevant personnel the purpose and benefits of warm-up and warm-down procedures

1.4 Practise a range of warm-up and warm-down exercises

1.5 Discuss with relevant personnel the importance of healthy nutrition to dance performance

2. Identify common dance injuries and health issues

2.1 Identify the causes of common dance injuries

2.2 Discuss with relevant personnel the effects of alcohol, smoking and eating disorders on a dancer's health

2.3 Determine action to be taken if injuries occur, including compression, elevation, rest and ice techniques for dealing with soft tissue injury

2.4 Compile a list of sources of professional assistance with health and injury management

3. Apply a knowledge of safety to dance activities

3.1 Discuss with relevant personnel safety aspects of dance classes, venues and facilities

3.2 Report safety hazards in venues according to organisational procedures

3.3 Follow procedures to minimise impact of performance activities on the environment

3.4 Follow safety and emergency procedures in venues, seeking clarification and assistance as required

Skill 

Performance Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1,1, 2.1, 2.3, 2.4, 3.3, 3.4

• Interprets information from a range of written sources

Writing

2.4, 3.2

• Completes routine workplace documentation

Oral communication

1.1, 1.3, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.4

• Obtains information by listening and questioning

Navigate the world of work

1.2, 1.4, 2.3, 2.4, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4

• Follows protocols and procedures for safe dance practice

Interact with others

1.1, 1.3, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.4

• Works collaboratively

Get the work done

1.2, 1.4, 2.3, 2.4, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4

• Adopts a methodical approach to the process of acquiring and applying knowledge about safe dance practice
• Uses the internet as a source of information

Code and title  

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

CUAWHS101 Follow safe dance practices (Release 2)

CUAWHS101 Follow safe dance practices (Release 1)

Updated assessment conditions section. Updated modification history section to reflect changed name of training package.

Equivalent unit

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.