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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. Monitor environmental conditions

1.1 Monitor environmental conditions according to collection needs and identify agents of deterioration affecting collection material

1.2 Control and adjust environmental conditions within scope of own role

1.3 Report serious or complex problems to relevant colleagues

2. Assess condition of collection material

2.1 Examine and assess condition of collection material in the appropriate location, applying knowledge of deterioration patterns

2.2 Review documentation and record current condition of collection items

2.3 Consult experts for advice where necessary

3. Undertake preventive conservation

3.1 Implement preventive conservation activities according to organisational policies and procedures and within required timeframes

3.2 Research and apply best practice guidelines, cultural protocols, updated knowledge of preservation issues and techniques, and specialist conservation advice

3.3 Identify the need for assistance and consult with a specialist conservator in relation to more complex issues that arise in collection care

4. Finalise basic preservation activities

4.1 Ensure conserved collection material is returned to original location where required

4.2 Communicate conservation activity and any associated learnings with colleagues

4.3 Complete records of preservation and preventive conservation activities in an appropriate format

Skill 

Performance 

Criteria 

Description 

Reading

2.2, 3.1, 3.2

• Critically analyses documentation from a variety of sources to determine requirements and appropriate approaches

Writing

1.3, 2.2, 4.3

• Completes relevant documentation using clear and technically specific language and terminology that succinctly communicates relevant information

Oral communication

1.3, 2.3, 3.3, 4.2

• Effectively participates in verbal exchanges using active listening and questioning to clarify and confirm information

Navigate the world of work

2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3

• Accepts responsibility and ownership for tasks and makes decisions on completion parameters and the need for coordination with others
• Ensures knowledge of preservation and conservation issues relevant to own role is accurate, comprehensive and current
• Follows organisational procedures and protocols

Interact with others

1.3, 2.3, 3.3, 4.2

• Collaborates and cooperates with others to achieve joint outcomes

Get the work done

1.1, 1.2, 1.3. 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1

• Determines job sequence and works logically and systematically to undertake clearly defined tasks
• Makes decisions directly related to job role, seeking assistance when required
• Uses digital tools to complete work tasks and access information

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Equivalence status 

CUAPRE401 Implement preventive conservation activities

CULPRE401A Implement preventive conservation activities

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages and clarify intent. Minor edits to elements and performance criteria.

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Release 

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Release 1

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