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Manage on-site event operations

Manage on-site event operations

Unit of competency
National Code
SITEEVT010
State Code
AWS48
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/03/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/07/2016
Field of Education
080319 - Hospitality Management
Original Release Date
12/07/2016
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage on-site operational activities for the staging of events. It requires the ability to finalise operational plans, oversee event set-up, execution and break-down, and evaluate the operational success of events.This unit is relevant to events that are diverse in nature and are coordinated in many industry contexts, including the tourism, hospitality, sport, cultural and community sectors.It applies to event coordinators and managers as well as venue duty, front of house and operations managers who operate independently, and are responsible for operational decisions. They may work in event management companies, in event venues, or in organisations that organise their own events.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Finalise event preparations.
  • 1.1.Check final arrangements for event and address any discrepancies or outstanding matters.
  • 1.2.Analyse event requirements and develop plans and procedures for event staging.
  • 1.3.Prepare and collate operational documentation to facilitate effective on-site management, and distribute to relevant personnel.
  • 1.4.Develop and provide event briefings to relevant personnel in advance of event.
  • 1.5.Minimise use of printed materials and maximise electronic transmission of documents to reduce waste.
2. Oversee event set-up.
  • 2.1.Establish on-site contact with contractors and reconfirm all requirements.
  • 2.2.Assess all aspects of event set-up against prearranged service agreements and check for safety and ease of attendee access.
  • 2.3.Identify deficiencies and discrepancies and take prompt action to resolve.
  • 2.4.Conduct final briefing on event operational details, including communication and control mechanisms.
3. Monitor event operation.
  • 3.1.Monitor event operation through observation and communication with relevant personnel to ensure effective delivery of services.
  • 3.2.Identify and quickly evaluate operational problems as they arise and take prompt action to resolve.
  • 3.3.Monitor compliance with environmental and social sustainability procedures to ensure minimal impacts.
  • 3.4.Liaise with client throughout event to ensure satisfaction with service delivery and make necessary adjustments.
4. Oversee event break-down.
  • 4.1.Ensure event break-down is completed according to agreements.
  • 4.2.Check and sign invoices according to contractor agreements.
  • 4.3.Debrief relevant personnel to improve future event service delivery.
5. Evaluate operational success of event.
  • 5.1.Obtain feedback from customers and seek input from personnel and contractors on event operations.
  • 5.2.Reflect on and evaluate operational problems.
  • 5.3.Provide recommendations for improvements to future event management practices.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WF763 SITXEVT505 Manage on-site event operations Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEA28 SITEEVT028 Manage on-site event operations Unit of competency