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Handle physical elements during bump in/bump out

Handle physical elements during bump in/bump out

Unit of competency
National Code
CUETGE15B
State Code
D1614
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
29/10/2010
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/03/2012
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
16/03/2012
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assemble, pack and load/unload physical elements under supervision for any production within the cultural industries. This unit is introductory in nature and focuses on safe manual handling and general knowledge of the bump in/bump out process and types of equipment. It does not include the specialised bump in/bump out procedures and knowledge required by technicians.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare physical elements for transportation
  • 1.1. Assemble/dismantle physical elements in the correct order in accordance with instructions to ensure ease of packing, loading, unloading and installation
  • 1.2. Pack physical elements safely using appropriate techniques and materials to avoid damage during transportation
  • 1.3. Correctly identify, prepare and pack any tools required for bump in/bump out
2. Load/unload physical elements
  • 2.1. Load/unload physical elements in the required order taking care to avoid damage
  • 2.2. Use safe manual handling techniques throughout the loading/unloading process to avoid injury or damage
  • 2.3. Install or position physical elements in appropriate work or storage area in accordance with directions
  • 2.4. Identify any hazardous items and load these in a manner which minimises health and safety risk
  • 2.5. Inspect load prior to transportation to ensure that all items are loaded appropriately, and make adjustments as required
  • 2.6. Clear and clean work areas in accordance with organisational procedures
3. Check condition of physical elements
  • 3.1. Check the condition of physical elements to ensure that no damage has occurred during bump-in/bump-out
  • 3.2. Identify any repairs required and report to the appropriate personnel for action, using correct documentation as required
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.
Physical elements may include any equipment or materials commonly used for an entertainment production, eg:
audio equipment
costumes
lighting equipment
props
scenic art
sets
Transportation may be required:
between different venues
by air
by rail
by road
by sea
within a venue
Packing/loading techniques may include:
particular ways of handling different equipment
use of protective coverings
use of restraints
Packing materials may include:
boxes
bubble wrap
bush blankets
crates
labels
road cases
rope
straps
tape
tissue paper
wardrobe skips
Appropriate personnel may include:
event/production managers
stage managers
supervisors/managers
technical staff








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
The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:
knowledge of safe manual handling techniques for various types of equipment
ability to move, pack and load equipment under instruction using safe manual handling techniques.

Context of and specific resources for assessment
The assessment context must provide for:
practical demonstration of skills through the packing, loading and positioning of physical elements required in a given production
involvement of and interaction with a team during the bump in/bump out process.

Method of assessment
Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:
direct observation of the candidate packing, loading or unloading equipment during a bump in/bump out
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of equipment types and features, safety issues
case studies or problem solving exercises to assess the candidate's ability to respond to different operational situations and contexts
review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the job performance by the candidate.

Guidance information for assessment
Assessment of this unit requires access to:
a venue or location for bump in/bump out
a range of equipment typically used for a production
transportation into which equipment can be loaded.


Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C7184 CUETGE15A Handle physical elements safely during bump in/bump out Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WI215 CUASTA202 Assist with bump in and bump out of shows Unit of competency