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Decorate for events

Decorate for events

Unit of competency
National Code
MSFID5007
State Code
WI536
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/12/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/06/2014
Field of Education
040107 - Interior And Environmental Design
Original Release Date
20/06/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency covers decorating for events in accordance with project briefs in a retail, consulting or design and decoration studio environment and involves application of skills and knowledge at a paraprofessional level. Licensing, legislative or certification requirements may apply to this unit and relevant state/territory and local government agencies should be consulted to determine any necessary certification or licensing for undertaking interior decoration and design work. Access to construction sites requires certification of general induction training specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction Work (ASCC 2007).
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Analyse the project brief
  • 1.1 Applicable work health and safety (WHS), legislative and organisational requirements relevant to decorating for events are verified and complied with
  • 1.2 Project brief is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with client
  • 1.3 Key requirements and parameters for the event are assessed and confirmed and constraints determined
  • 1.4 Resources are selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness
  • 1.5 Communication with event organisers is established and maintained
2 Analyse event information
  • 2.1 Site analysis is conducted to assess the requirements of the space requiring work
  • 2.2 Marketing strategy for the event is analysed and themes and concepts explored and evaluated in accordance with event objectives
  • 2.3 Lifestyle requirements and key characteristics of the target market are assessed and confirmed with event organisers
  • 2.4 Restrictions and timelines are ascertained from the event organisers
  • 2.5 Intended function of the event display is ascertained taking into account movement of people around displays and other displays
  • 2.6 Environmental considerations are analysed in respect to the space
  • 2.7 Cultural considerations are evaluated in respect to the space
  • 2.8 Ergonomic, anthropometric and proxemic principles are assessed in respect to the space and the intended products
3 Develop decoration ideas
  • 3.1 Products, materials and finishes are explored in accordance with the marketing strategy and discussed with event organisers
  • 3.2 Product quantities and qualities are calculated in accordance with event budget
  • 3.3 Performance and characteristics of products are assessed and reviewed in accordance with event requirements
  • 3.4 Costs associated with purchasing and obtaining the products are analysed and evaluated
  • 3.5 Colour options are explored and discussed for the event
  • 3.6 Sketches and drawings are completed and positioning of products and accessories identified
4 Complete decoration proposal
  • 4.1 Supplies necessary to complete the project are sourced and costed
  • 4.2 Suitable contractors are sourced and quotes obtained
  • 4.3 Specifications for materials and processes are developed
  • 4.4 Work plan is developed and evaluated
  • 4.5 Costing and timelines are compiled and developed into a full project proposal
  • 4.6 Proposal is presented to client
  • 4.7 Client feedback and response is analysed to determine success in achieving client satisfaction
  • 4.8 Own performance in the design process is examined to identify strengths and weaknesses
  • 4.9 Areas for improvement are identified
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WA351 LMFID5007A Decorate for events Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAI80 MSFID5017 Develop event decoration proposals Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J752 MSF60113 Advanced Diploma of Interior Design Qualification
J744 MSF50213 Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration Qualification