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Plan and implement installation of camera supports
Plan and implement installation of camera supports
Unit of competency
National Code
CUFCAM403A
CUFCAM403A
State Code
D1090
D1090
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/10/2008
Field of Education
100701 - Audio Visual Studies
Original Release Date
31/10/2008
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan for and rig all types of camera supports used in film or television production environments.A scaffolder's licence is required for the erection of camera towers and platforms.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
Plan and prepare camera mount equipment and support materials
- 1. With reference to camera plans, confirm equipment and support requirements for production
- 2. Assess risks and OHS issues associated with installing camera supports and operating cameras from supports during shoots
- 3. Incorporate into the planning process strategies to minimise risk and to address OHS issues
- 4. Identify aspects of camera plans that may require modification and negotiate changes with relevant production staff
- 5. Recommend alternative camera mounts where risk or cost of mount may outweigh the value of required shots
- 6. Purchase supplies and equipment according to agreed budgets
- 7. Check that equipment is operational and take appropriate action to repair faults
- 8. Ensure equipment and supports are available at correct locations in time for shoots
- 9. Complete documentation according to enterprise requirements
Erect camera platforms and towers
- 10. Construct platforms and towers, ensuring platforms and towers are level, secure and on solid ground and capable of holding the required maximum load
- 11. Secure equipment fastenings and personnel harnesses
- 12. Ensure operational and electrical equipment meets OHS guidelines
- 13. Review structures to ensure that safety issues have been addressed
Prepare cranes for camera
- 14. Confirm that camera cranes are in safe working order before work commences
- 15. Confirm the maximum safe working load of cranes before camera mounting commences
- 16. Display signage on crane to indicate its safe working load
- 17. Fix the snap plate or hothead mount according to manufacturer specifications
- 18. Attach cameras to mounts ensuring that they are secure, level and steady in mounts
Attach and secure cameras
- 19. Attach appropriate camera mounts to supports in use or direct to moving object or vehicle being used to capture shots
- 20. Check that power supply is appropriate and run power cables from source to cameras, including for remote-control consoles and monitors
- 21. Ensure that camera operators are able to operate equipment without being a hazard to personnel involved in shoots or to the general public
- 22. Secure cameras and cabling safely to avoid damage and exposure to the elements when unattended
Disassemble tracks, platforms and towers
- 23. Break down and carry equipment, employing safe lifting techniques
- 24. Clean and safely pack equipment to avoid damage and prepare for transport as required
- 25. Report and document equipment that requires repairs or maintenance according to enterprise procedures
- 26. Leave the worksite in the original or improved condition, ensuring that there has been no adverse impact on the site
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.
Equipment and supports may include:
camera platforms
moving mounts/object
pedestals
scaffolding
static mounts/object
towers
tracks and dollies
tripods.
Shoots may include:
digital
film
multi-camera
single-camera.
Production staff may include:
camera operator
director
director of photography
gaffer
grip
head of department
lighting personnel
other specialist staff
other technical staff
safety officer
supervisor
technical director.
Productions may include:
animated productions
commercials
feature films
live or prerecorded television productions, e.g.:
music
drama
comedy
variety/infotainment
sport
studio debates
news
current affairs
music videos
outside broadcasts
short films.
Locations may include:
day
exterior
interior
night
studio.
Documentation may include:
computer generated
fault reports
manually written
production schedules
rig plans
stock orders
stock reports.
Fastenings may include:
bolts
carabiners
clamps
fixings
harnesses
joiners
knots
lashings
ropes.
Camera cranes may include:
camera remote
fluid heads
gear heads
hotheads
motorised heads
power pod.
Moving objects or vehicles used to capture shots may include:
aircraft
boats
cars
cranes
trains.
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.
Equipment and supports may include:
camera platforms
moving mounts/object
pedestals
scaffolding
static mounts/object
towers
tracks and dollies
tripods.
Shoots may include:
digital
film
multi-camera
single-camera.
Production staff may include:
camera operator
director
director of photography
gaffer
grip
head of department
lighting personnel
other specialist staff
other technical staff
safety officer
supervisor
technical director.
Productions may include:
animated productions
commercials
feature films
live or prerecorded television productions, e.g.:
music
drama
comedy
variety/infotainment
sport
studio debates
news
current affairs
music videos
outside broadcasts
short films.
Locations may include:
day
exterior
interior
night
studio.
Documentation may include:
computer generated
fault reports
manually written
production schedules
rig plans
stock orders
stock reports.
Fastenings may include:
bolts
carabiners
clamps
fixings
harnesses
joiners
knots
lashings
ropes.
Camera cranes may include:
camera remote
fluid heads
gear heads
hotheads
motorised heads
power pod.
Moving objects or vehicles used to capture shots may include:
aircraft
boats
cars
cranes
trains.
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
Evidence of the following is essential:
ability to plan the safe installation of camera supports to meet production requirements
strong teamwork capacities, including the ability to work under direction and to supervise others
safe construction of a variety of rigs for moving and static objects on more than one occasion.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to professional equipment based on items listed in the range statement.
opportunities to work on productions that require the installation of camera supports
access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required
use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of learners and the work being performed.
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:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance
inspection of camera supports installed by the candidate to determine whether safe work practices have been followed
observation of the candidate installing camera supports on location
written or verbal questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required skills and knowledge section of this unit.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUFCAM302A Rig camera infrastructure.
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
Evidence of the following is essential:
ability to plan the safe installation of camera supports to meet production requirements
strong teamwork capacities, including the ability to work under direction and to supervise others
safe construction of a variety of rigs for moving and static objects on more than one occasion.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to professional equipment based on items listed in the range statement.
opportunities to work on productions that require the installation of camera supports
access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required
use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of learners and the work being performed.
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:
direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance
inspection of camera supports installed by the candidate to determine whether safe work practices have been followed
observation of the candidate installing camera supports on location
written or verbal questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required skills and knowledge section of this unit.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUFCAM302A Rig camera infrastructure.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWJ71 | CUACAM403 | Install camera supports | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D197 | CUF40307 | Certificate IV in Broadcast Technology | Qualification |
| D195 | CUF40107 | Certificate IV in Screen and Media | Qualification |