Unit of competency Outline
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22/07/2026 1:36 AM AWST
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Install and dismantle exhibition elements
Install and dismantle exhibition elements
Unit of competency
National Code
CULMS407C
CULMS407C
State Code
D1814
D1814
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/10/2008
Field of Education
091301 - Librarianship And Information Management
Original Release Date
08/10/2008
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to install and dismantle the physical elements of an exhibition. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Establish and confirm exhibition specifications
- 2.1 Correctly interpret exhibition documentation and site plans and confirm requirements with relevant personnel
- 2.2 Confirm details of public access and safety and environmental requirements with relevant personnel
- 2.3 Clarify and confirm details of required materials, equipment and resources with relevant personnel
- 2.4 Clarify and confirm details of procedures and responsibilities for handling of cultural material, installation and dismantling with relevant personnel
- 2.5 Clarify and agree a project timeline with all interested parties
2 Prepare exhibition site
- 3.1 Clear and clean site, complete necessary site alterations and make utilities and services available for installation requirements
- 3.2 Ensure site is environmentally suitable and secure in accordance with technical specifications
- 3.3 Complete and/or organise any on-site construction in accordance with installation requirements, safety and licensing requirements
3 Install/dismantle exhibition elements
- 3.1 Install/dismantle exhibition elements in accordance with exhibition requirements, available floor plans and safety/security requirements
- 3.2 Pack, unpack, move and handle physical elements in accordance with agreed plans and within scope of individual responsibility
- 3.3 Use safe manual handling techniques throughout installation/dismantling to avoid injury or damage
- 3.4 Respect the integrity of physical elements, take prompt action in the event of accidents and accurately document as required
- 3.5 Clear and clean work areas in accordance with organisational procedures, safety and environmental requirements
- 3.6 Return elements safely to appropriate locations in accordance with exhibition documentation and plans
4 Maintain records
- 4.1 Accurately record details of installation/dismantling in accordance with organisational procedures
- 4.2 Accurately update and amend files and records and in accordance with organisational procedures
museums
galleries
libraries
other visitor attractions
theme parks
corporate events
festivals
An
temporary
permanent
travelling
developed in-house or externally
hired, borrowed or presented on behalf of another organisation or community group
site plans
floor plans
event orders
work instructions
handling notes
installation instructions
travelling condition reports
removal of existing fittings or displays
introduction of new utilities or furniture
change to signage or access routes
electrical
carpentry
metalwork
plumbing
objects
art works
display cases, stands, plinths, drawers, racks, tracks
light fittings
sound outlets
film and video screens
electronic support material
computer equipment
environmental monitoring and control systems
special exhibition features
customised supports
hanging system supports
authority to handle certain objects
licensing requirements for undertaking particular types of work
galleries
libraries
other visitor attractions
theme parks
corporate events
festivals
An
temporary
permanent
travelling
developed in-house or externally
hired, borrowed or presented on behalf of another organisation or community group
site plans
floor plans
event orders
work instructions
handling notes
installation instructions
travelling condition reports
removal of existing fittings or displays
introduction of new utilities or furniture
change to signage or access routes
electrical
carpentry
metalwork
plumbing
objects
art works
display cases, stands, plinths, drawers, racks, tracks
light fittings
sound outlets
film and video screens
electronic support material
computer equipment
environmental monitoring and control systems
special exhibition features
customised supports
hanging system supports
authority to handle certain objects
licensing requirements for undertaking particular types of work
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency
Evidence of the following is essential:
competency in handling cultural material with care
knowledge and application of safe manual handling techniques
knowledge of procedures and processes for exhibition installation/dismantling
demonstration of skills through the installation and/or dismantling of physical elements for an exhibition.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
involvement of and interaction with a team during the installation/dismantling process
access to plans and other exhibition documentation
access to physical exhibition elements.
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 by the candidate
direct observation of the candidate installing/dismantling physical elements
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of different types of exhibition, safety issues
analysis of problem-solving exercises undertaken by the candidate to assess ability to respond to different operational situations and contexts.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUFSAF01B Follow health, safety and security procedures.
Evidence of the following is essential:
competency in handling cultural material with care
knowledge and application of safe manual handling techniques
knowledge of procedures and processes for exhibition installation/dismantling
demonstration of skills through the installation and/or dismantling of physical elements for an exhibition.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
involvement of and interaction with a team during the installation/dismantling process
access to plans and other exhibition documentation
access to physical exhibition elements.
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 by the candidate
direct observation of the candidate installing/dismantling physical elements
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of different types of exhibition, safety issues
analysis of problem-solving exercises undertaken by the candidate to assess ability to respond to different operational situations and contexts.
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUFSAF01B Follow health, safety and security procedures.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C5256 | CULMS407A | Install and dismantle small exhibitions | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D9406 | CULEVP403A | Install and dismantle exhibition elements | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D657 | CUV50111 | Diploma of Visual Arts | Qualification |