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Install staging elements

Install staging elements

Unit of competency
National Code
CUESTA01C
State Code
D1602
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
29/10/2010
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/03/2010
Field of Education
100103 - Drama And Theatre Studies
Original Release Date
31/03/2010
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to install a range of staging elements for any production within the cultural industries. It builds on the skills found in the unit CUESTA05C Apply a general knowledge of staging to work activities. The National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work applies to persons performing dogging and rigging work. Completion of the following units is required for certification at either basic, intermediate or advanced levels.CPCCLDG3001A Licence to perform doggingCPCCLRG3001A Licence to perform rigging basic levelCPCCLRG3002A Licence to perform rigging intermediate levelCPCCLRG4001A Licence to perform rigging advanced level.Sets and staging for some performances or events may fall within the definition of construction work. If so, people entering a construction site are required to complete the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (Australian Safety Compensation Council, May 2007).Achievement of the unit 'CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry' fulfils this requirement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for installation of staging
  • 1.1. Prepare venue at the appropriate time in accordance with bump-in schedule
  • 1.2. Read, correctly interpret and apply stage plans to venue layout
  • 1.3. Identify and liaise with relevant personnel to determine the sequence of installation for staging elements
  • 1.4. Where there is an existing stage, communicate modifications clearly to relevant personnel and implement as required
  • 1.5. Install other equipment and necessary structures in consultation with the relevant personnel
  • 1.6. Pre-rig equipment as required within safety guidelines and licensing requirements
2. Install staging elements
  • 2.1. Mark out ground plan accurately onstage in accordance with design specifications and venue requirements
  • 2.2. Install staging elements in accordance with design specifications and requirements of the production
  • 2.3. Install staging elements in the appropriate sequence as agreed with relevant personnel
  • 2.4. Install staging elements in accordance with safety regulations and any manufacturer instructions
  • 2.5. Select and use appropriate equipment to assist with staging installation, using safe working practices at all times
3. Check staging elements after installation
  • 3.1. Check each staging element to ensure operational standards for performance are achieved and that all safety requirements have been met
  • 3.2. Identify any problems with staging elements, take appropriate action to rectify or refer to relevant personnel for action
  • 3.3. Identify any modifications required to improve suitability for performance and take appropriate action
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.
Relevant personnel may include:
designers
directors
production managers
stage managers
technical specialists
venue management
Staging elements may include:
framed scenery, e.g.:
flats
profiles
doors
windows
furniture and other set props
non-weight bearing scenery, e.g.:
columns
trees
revolves
soft scenery, e.g.:
canvas legs
borders
cloths
gauzes
cycloramas
trucks
weight bearing scenery, e.g.:
rostra
ramps
steps
Modifications to an existing stage may include:
altering grid and other structures under appropriate supervision
installing staging extensions
Equipment, used during installation may include the following, within regulation limits and licensing requirements:
cherry pickers
ladders and A-frames
maxilift or genie-type lifter
mobile scaffolding
scissor lift
tallescopes
Installing staging aspects of the show may involve setting up additional facilities for certain venues, particularly outside venues, and construction of extra requirements, which may include the following (within regulation limits):
cast and crew amenities, e.g.: dressing rooms
catering facilities
fences
front-of-house facilities
ground coverings
public amenities
scaffolding
seating
stage coverings
stages
tents








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

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:
application of safe working practices for installing staging elements
knowledge of safety issues specifically associated with the installation of staging
ability to communicate effectively within a staging team.

Context of and specific resources for assessment
The assessment context must ensure:
practical demonstration of skills through the installation of staging elements for more than one production
installation of staging elements within realistic workplace timeframes
involvement of and interaction with a production team to reflect the collaborative nature of staging installation.

Method of assessment
Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:
direct observation of the candidate completing installation tasks
inspection of staging elements installed by the candidate
oral questioning/interview to assess knowledge of safety and equipment procedures
review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate.

Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities, and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling).

Guidance information for assessment
Assessment of this unit requires access to:
a venue where the installation of staging can take place
staging equipment.


Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C7251 CUESTA01B Install staging elements Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WI217 CUASTA302 Install staging elements Unit of competency