Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to install camera infrastructure for a television production. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to rig cabling and dolly tracks for relatively complex multi-camera, or occasionally single-camera, productions. As a rule, cable installations and laying of dolly tracks follow predetermined camera plans and are supervised by a technical producer. Typically the skills set out in this unit apply to television productions but may have relevance to other activities within the cultural industries. Sophisticated rigs are a feature of outside broadcasts, with studio-based productions generally having access to a basic plug-in infrastructure for cameras. Productions may include sporting events, entertainment at venues, drama, comedy and other multi-camera activities. Skills associated with manipulating cables during productions are covered in:
Skills associated with the erection of camera towers and platforms (for which a scaffolder's licence is required) are covered in:
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Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Prepare for cable rigs |
1. Confirm cabling requirements for shoots with relevant production staff and select appropriate camera cables 2. Repair minor cable faults or defects according to safety requirements and manufacturer instructions 3. Refer complex repairs to technical specialists according to enterprise procedures 4. Complete documentation , according to enterprise requirements 5. Ensure that camera cables are operational and available on time at the correct location |
Rig camera cables |
6. Check that power source is appropriate and available 7. Use the camera plan and other available cabling information to confirm cable points and cable runs 8. Establish cable points, runs and lengths to meet anticipated camera movements and minimise cable cross-overs 9. Lay out excess cable to avoid knotting or twisting during use 10. Run power cables from power source to cameras and other relevant equipment 11. Secure cables to avoid strain on plugs and sockets 12. Ensure that cable routing and patching to camera control units, cable slinging and cable ramping is completed according to camera plans and completed in a safe manner 13. Check that camera cables are run from correct outlet points to cameras and do not impede the movement of cameras involved in productions 14. Ensure that installed camera cables are not a hazard to personnel involved in shoots or to the general public |
Lay tracks for dolly mounts |
15. Position tracks according to production requirements and confirm final positioning with relevant production staff 16. Lay tracks safely, taking account of ground conditions and according to site safety plans 17. Ensure that tracks are placed without risk to production staff involved in shoots and that they are smooth, level and secure throughout the route 18. Ensure that tracks do not intrude on proposed shots and allow free movement of camera equipment and staff 19. Secure dolly to track and check fastenings |
Disassemble camera cables and dolly tracks |
20. Break down cabling and ensure that cables are coiled or wound onto drums to avoid strains or damage 21. Break down and carry track equipment, employing safe lifting techniques 22. Report damage to equipment to relevant production staff and complete required documentation 23. Clean and safely pack equipment to avoid damage and prepare for transport as required 24. Leave worksites in original or improved condition, ensuring that there has been no adverse impact on sites |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure:
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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:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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. |
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Shoots may include: |
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Relevant production staff may include: |
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Camera cables may include: |
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Documentation may include: |
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Locations may include: |
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Power sources may include: |
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Camera movements may include: |
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Equipment may include: |
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Productions may include: |
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Ground conditions may include: |
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Fastenings may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Competency field
Competency field |
Media and entertainment production - Camera/cinematography |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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