Unit of competency details

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This unit of competency first released with CUL11 Library, Information and Cultural Services Training Package version 1.0

Element 

Performance Criteria 

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.

1. Confirm exhibition specifications

1.1 Review exhibition documentation  and confirm requirements  with relevant personnel 

1.2 Identify materials, equipment and resources required for exhibitions with the assistance of relevant personnel

1.3 Confirm procedures and responsibilities for handling collection material, and installing and dismantling exhibitions

1.4 Establish an agreed project timeline with stakeholders

2. Prepare exhibition sites

2.1 Undertake necessary site alterations  for installation purposes

2.2 Ensure site is suitable and secure according to technical specifications

2.3 Complete or organise on-site construction  as required

3. Position and remove exhibition elements

3.1 Install and dismantle exhibition elements  according to exhibition  requirements, available floor plans, and safety and security requirements

3.2 Pack, unpack, handle and move physical elements according to agreed plans and within scope of individual responsibility 

3.3 Use safe manual-handling techniques consistent with organisational procedures  respecting the integrity of exhibition elements

3.4 Clear and clean work areas according to organisational procedures, safety and sustainable work practices

3.5 Return elements safely to appropriate locations according to exhibition documentation and plans

3.6 Follow record-keeping  procedures regarding installing and dismantling exhibition elements

Overview of assessment 

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit 

Evidence of the ability to:

• handle collection material with care, using safe manual-handling techniques
• implement procedures and processes for installing and dismantling exhibitions
• install and dismantle physical elements of exhibitions
• work cooperatively with others involved in staging exhibitions.

Context of and specific resources for assessment 

Assessment must ensure:

• involvement of and interaction with a team during the installation or dismantling process
• access to:

• plans and other exhibition documentation
• physical exhibition elements
• a physical venue to install or dismantle.

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 on-the-job performance
• direct observation of the candidate installing and dismantling physical elements of an exhibition
• verbal or written questioning to assess knowledge of different types of exhibitions, and safety and security issues
• analysis of problem-solving exercises undertaken by the candidate to assess ability to respond to different operational situations and contexts.

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:

• CULEVP402A Design and develop interpretive displays.

Exhibition documentation  may include:

• event orders
• floor plans
• handling notes
• installation instructions
• site plans
• travelling condition reports
• work instructions.

Requirements  may include:

• deadlines
• duration
• permanent or temporary
• restrictions
• safety requirements.

Relevant personnel  may include:

• collection manager
• conservator
• curator
• exhibition designer
• registrar
• security personnel.

Site alterations  may include:

• access to utilities
• change to signage or access routes
• clearing unnecessary items
• installation requirements
• introduction of new utilities or furniture
• removal of existing fittings or displays
• safety and licensing requirements
• security
• sustainable work practices.

On-site construction  may be completed in-house or by external contractors, and many relate to:

• carpentry
• electrical
• installation requirements
• metalwork
• plumbing
• safety and licensing requirements
• security.

Exhibition elements  may include:

• art works
• computer equipment
• customised supports
• display cases
• drawers
• electronic support material
• environmental monitoring and control systems
• film and video screens
• hanging system supports
• light fittings
• objects
• plinths
• racks
• sound outlets
• special exhibition features
• stands
• tracks.

Exhibitions  may be:

• developed in-house or externally
• hired, borrowed or presented on behalf of another organisation or community group
• permanent or temporary
• travelling
• staged in venues or events, such as:

• corporate events
• festivals
• galleries
• libraries
• museums
• other visitor attractions
• theme parks.

Scope of individual responsibility  may relate to:

• authority to handle certain objects
• licensing requirements for undertaking particular types of work.

Organisational procedures  may relate to:

• cleaning
• conservation
• environment
• handling methods
• national and international standards relating to installing and dismantling exhibition elements
• purchasing
• security
• storage of packaging materials
• waste disposal.

Recordkeeping  may include:

• electronic files and databases
• logs and registers
• paper documents.