Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 8:34 PM AWST
22/07/2026 8:34 PM AWST
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Coordinate props
Coordinate props
Unit of competency
National Code
CUAPRP401
CUAPRP401
State Code
WI167
WI167
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/05/2014
Field of Education
100103 - Drama And Theatre Studies
Original Release Date
16/05/2014
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to source, obtain, prepare and monitor props for live productions.Individuals who apply these skills work autonomously as they take responsibility for coordinating props. They may also be responsible for supervising others.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine prop requirements
- 1.1 Determine prop requirements with reference to production documentation
- 1.2 Consult with relevant personnel about artistic and functional requirements for props as required
- 1.3 Confirm budgets and timeframes that affect the purchase of props with relevant personnel
2. Obtain prop items
- 2.1 Undertake research on the style and nature of props required to establish a clear picture of requirements
- 2.2 Investigate options and potential sources of props, to achieve the best outcome
- 2.3 Locate props that meet design specifications, time and budgetary constraints
- 2.4 Acquire props and document acquisition details according to organisational procedures
3. Prepare and maintain props during productions
- 3.1 Prepare and check prop items prior to performances so that required items are available and in working order
- 3.2 Secure and store props according to organisational procedures before, during and after productions
- 3.3 Identify the need for and organise appropriate prop replacements and repairs to meet production requirements
- 3.4 Return props to suppliers or storage and, where appropriate, dispose of props according to environmental and safety requirements
- 3.5 Maintain accurate documentation in relation to the status of props, including appropriate cataloguing
- 3.6 Update documentation on sources and suppliers of props for use in future productions
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D1564 | CUEPRP02B | Research, obtain and prepare props | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ODG50 | CUAPRP411 | Coordinate props | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC624 | CUASS00019 | Assistant Stage Manager Skill Set | Skill set |
| AZV9 | SIT30516 | Certificate III in Events | Qualification |
| AZO0 | CUA40415 | Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services | Qualification |
| AZK8 | CUA50415 | Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services | Qualification |
| J706 | CUA50513 | Diploma of Live Production Design | Qualification |
| AZL8 | CUA51015 | Diploma of Screen and Media | Qualification |