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Follow safe dance practices

Follow safe dance practices

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAWHS101
State Code
WI237
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/05/2014
Field of Education
100105 - Dance
Original Release Date
16/05/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to build a safe and healthy career in the live performance industry. At this level individuals are learning about and applying safe dance practice in classes, rehearsals and performances under the supervision of experienced dancers and dance teachers.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Apply an understanding of anatomy and physiology to movement
  • 1.1 Identify the basic structure of the human body
  • 1.2 Apply principles of correct posture and body alignment to basic dance movements
  • 1.3 Discuss with relevant personnel the purpose and benefits of warm-up and warm-down procedures
  • 1.4 Practise a range of warm-up and warm-down exercises
  • 1.5 Discuss with relevant personnel the importance of healthy nutrition to dance performance
2. Identify common dance injuries and health issues
  • 2.1 Identify the causes of common dance injuries
  • 2.2 Discuss with relevant personnel the effects of alcohol, smoking and eating disorders on a dancer's health
  • 2.3 Determine action to be taken if injuries occur, including compression, elevation, rest and ice techniques for dealing with soft tissue injury
  • 2.4 Compile a list of sources of professional assistance with health and injury management
3. Apply a knowledge of safety to dance activities
  • 3.1 Discuss with relevant personnel safety aspects of dance classes, venues and facilities
  • 3.2 Report safety hazards in venues according to organisational procedures
  • 3.3 Follow procedures to minimise impact of performance activities on the environment
  • 3.4 Follow safety and emergency procedures in venues, seeking clarification and assistance as required
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7506 CUAOHS101A Follow basic safe dance practices Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODF87 CUAWHS111 Follow safe dance practices Unit of competency