Release 

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Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Determine lighting requirements for productions

1.1 Confirm overall lighting requirements with reference to lighting documentation and in consultation with production personnel

1.2 Calculate power requirements and confirm power sources and locations meet production requirements

1.3 Identify patching, colour and focus requirements

1.4 Identify additional equipment or materials needed, and organise acquisition according to enterprise procedures

2. Prepare lighting equipment for installation

2.1 Confirm lighting equipment is safe and operational using appropriate test equipment and in line with enterprise procedures

2.2 Identify and address routine faults and repairs and refer complex matters to technical specialists in line with enterprise procedures

2.3 Prepare and assemble colour, equipment, lanterns and accessories in readiness for installation or transportation

2.4 Pre-rig lighting equipment in line with safety and licensing requirements

2.5 Prepare extension leads, looms and cables to comply with design specifications, enterprise standards and legal requirements

3. Install lighting

3.1 Install rigging and accessories according to legislative and enterprise safety requirements

3.2 Test, install and hang lanterns and accessories according to lighting plans, scale and manufacturer’s specifications

3.3 Install power supplies according to lighting plans, location standards, manufacturer’s specifications and safety regulations

3.4 Patch lanterns and accessories according to lighting or patch plans

3.5 Label rated cabling correctly and secure it safely, neatly and clear of any moving elements

3.6 Angle and focus lanterns according to lighting plans and artistic requirements

3.7 Check safety of equipment during and after installation in line with industry practice and legal requirements, and seek assistance if required

4. Install lighting control system

4.1 Connect dimmers to power, assign and turn on

4.2 Install and configure control desk and peripherals according to production requirements and required timeframes

4.3 Run and connect control cables and secure safely

4.4 Patch lanterns and channels to dimmers according to lighting or patch plan sheets, taking account of location-specific procedures and conditions

5. Check electrical safety

5.1 Complete installation and testing according to legislative and work health and safety (WHS) requirements

5.2 Check three-phase distribution and power calculations in collaboration with licensed electricians as required

5.3 Check and adjust according to safety standards if necessary, that power supply is sufficient for load requirements and distribution of electrical loading is within limits

5.4 Check cables used are correctly rated, including three-phase cable to dimmers, and that three-phase supplies are balanced, and adjust as required

5.5 Check cabling and connectors meet legislative and WHS requirements, and seek assistance if required

6. Test and adjust lighting

6.1 Test lighting, including communication system, control desk and peripherals in line with industry practice and safety requirements

6.2 Identify the need for adjustments and make modifications accordingly

6.3 Confirm lighting installation meets requirements in consultation with production personnel

6.4 Complete and update lighting documentation as required

7. Disassemble lighting equipment

7.1 Break down and carry lighting equipment and accessories in line with safety procedures

7.2 Clean and safely pack equipment to avoid damage and prepare for transport

7.3 Report and document equipment that is damaged or requires maintenance to relevant production personnel

7.4 Leave worksite in the original or improved condition

Skill 

Performance  Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.1, 3.2-3.4, 3.6, 4.4

• Interprets a range of information to determine and adhere to requirements
• Interprets sometimes complex legislative and safety regulations, building specifications and lighting plans, production and equipment schedules, and manufacturers’ specifications relating to tools, equipment and materials

Writing

3.5, 6.4, 7.3

• Uses clear and specialised language, specific terminology and appropriate structure and format to accurately, legibly and concisely record and report job outcomes and follow-up requirements

Oral Communication

1.1, 2.2, 5.2, 6.3, 7.3

• Uses clear and relevant language to convey information and report operational problems
• Participates in an exchange of information, listening and questioning to clarify and confirm instructions

Numeracy

1.1, 1.2, 3.2, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 6.4

• Calculates power requirements, binary calculations for setting digital multiple X (DMX) dip switches, power settings and load requirements in response to lighting documentation and information from relevant personnel
• Selects and uses a colour temperature meter, scale ruler and different types of light-measuring devices
• Correctly enters data into lighting documentation

Navigate the world of work

1.4, 2.2, 2.4, 2.5, 3.1-3.4, 3.7, 4.2-4.4, 5.1-5.3, 5.4, 5.5, 6.1, 7.1

• Ensures workplace protocols and procedures, and legal and regulatory safety requirements are met in the planning and completion of lighting tasks
• Accepts responsibility for tasks within boundaries of own role, and seeks assistance as required

Interact with others

1.1, 3.7, 5.2, 5.5, 6.3, 7.3

• Works collaboratively to complete lighting tasks
• Makes practical suggestions that result in minor modifications to lighting plans

Get the work done

1.2-1.4, 2.1, 2.3-2.5, 3.1-3.3, 3.6, 4.1, 4.2, 5.3, 5.4, 6.1, 6.2, 7.1, 7.4

• Adopts a logical and methodical approach to safe preparation, assembly and testing of equipment
• Responds to predictable problems related to own role
• Uses tools and test equipment necessary to install and maintain lighting equipment
• Makes decisions about adjustments to lighting and takes steps to ensure installation meets lighting plan, production and safety requirements

Code and title  

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

CUALGT303 Install and test lighting equipment

CUFLGT301A Prepare, install and test lighting equipment

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages.

Unit title changed. Minor edits to elements and performance criteria.

Equivalent unit

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0.