Modification History
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Release 1 |
This unit of competency first released with CUL11 Library, Information and Cultural Services Training Package version 1.0 |
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to complete a range of tasks associated with setting up and staging activities and events.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to individuals who provide basic assistance at any type of event and work under direct supervision.
While this unit has particular application in the library, information and cultural sectors, it has relevance to events that take place across the spectrum of business and community activity.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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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. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for activities or events |
1.1 Clarify and confirm with supervisor details of, and resources required for, activities and events 1.2 Confirm work plans and specific work requirements with supervisor 1.3 Organise required resources |
2. Undertake on-site activities |
2.1 Follow agreed work requirements in consultation with supervisor and work colleagues 2.2 Set up and maintain activities in agreement with work plan and requirements 2.3 Participate in the delivery of activities as required |
3. Finalise on-site activities |
3.1 Pack up and clean up materials and site following health, safety and security procedures 3.2 Identify problems promptly and resolve within scope of individual responsibility or refer to supervisor 3.3 Complete required documentation and submit to relevant personnel |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.
Required skills
- communication skills to liaise with colleagues and supervisors on routine work issues
- literacy skills to read and interpret work instructions
- organising skills to:
- plan work tasks in a logical sequence
- work efficiently
- problem-solving skills to:
- identify and resolve simple problems relating to activities and events
- interpret work plans
- self-management skills to:
- follow work plans and meet deadlines
- follow safety procedures
- teamwork skills to work with others in setting up and cleaning up after public activities and events.
Required knowledge
- components of different types of public activities and events
- emergency procedures relevant to the work context
- procedures and practices for the set-up and operation of public activities and events
- recommended safe work practices relevant to public activities and events
- roles and responsibilities of different personnel in the set-up and operation of public activities and events
- security requirements relevant to public activities and events.
Evidence Guide
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.
Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the ability to:
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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:
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:
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Range Statement
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.
Details may relate to: |
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Resources may include: |
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Activities and events may include: |
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Specific work requirements may relate to: |
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Work colleagues may include: |
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Documentation may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Cultural services - Exhibitions and visitor programs