Elements and Performance Criteria

The Range of Variables defines the different contexts, work environments and parameters governing the performance of this competency standard. The variables chosen in training and assessment will need to reflect local industry and regional contexts.

What might the plan of management and conservation include?
Strategies and actions included in the park/reserve plan of management for the maintenance and use of the place for activities such as tourism, actions requested by stakeholders, actions resulting from site inspection and actions to record current state of the place.

What fabric restoration methods may be included?
Preparation of drawings to show current state of fabric, identification of materials used in fabric, review availability of materials and relevant skills, and input into the conservation plan/plan of management.

What may be included in the restoration of the fabric?
Repair of wear or fretting due to the impact of weathering, wear due to use, which may either detract from the significance, damage from humans, vehicles and animals, both accidental or intentional, damage from pests, including fungi, rising damp (salt damp), decay and rust, flooding and storm damage, age and deterioration.

From what areas might expert advice be sought?
Cultural resource management, architectural and heritage, engineering such as structural, mechanical or electrical and building trades, especially in terns of traditional skills.

How may documentation be prepared?
Plan of management and conservation, maintenance schedule and project management documents, funding submissions, and contracts and specifications.

Which OHS requirements may be applicable to this standard?
Codes of Practice, enterprise policies and procedures, and certification/licensing of personnel.

What certificates/licences may be included?
Fire permits, vehicle operation including heavy vehicles, and permits to enter specific places.

What methods of communication may be included?
Discussions with experts, peers, stakeholders, local and State/Territory government agencies, provision of information and instructions to workers/contractors.

What evidence is required to demonstrate competence for this standard as a whole?
Competence in managing restoration of cultural places requires evidence that a cultural site has been appropriately restored according to enterprise guidelines and industry best practice and in compliance with relevant charters, guidelines and legislation. The skills and knowledge required to manage restoration of cultural places must be transferable to a range of work environments and contexts. For example, this could include different cultural sites, building materials, restoration works and historical fabric.
What specific knowledge is needed to achieve the performance criteria?

Knowledge and understanding are essential to apply this standard in the workplace, to transfer the skills to other contexts and to deal with unplanned events. The knowledge requirements for this unit are listed below:

Conservation architecture.
Historic archaeology.
Relevant oral and community history.
Traditional and current building practices.
Managing projects.
Building/maintenance requirements and specifications.
Occupational Health and Safety.
Risk Management.

What specific skills are needed to achieve the performance criteria?

To achieve the performance criteria, some complementary skills are required. These skills include the ability to:

Plan required restoration measures.
Restore fabric.
Clean up after work.

Are there other competency standards that could be assessed with this one?
This competency standard could be assessed on its own or in combination with other competencies relevant to the job function.

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What processes should be applied to this competency standard?
There are a number of processes that are learnt throughout work and life, which are required in all jobs. They are fundamental processes and generally transferable to other work functions. Some of these are covered by the key competencies, although others may be added. The questions below highlight how these processes are applied in this competency standard. Following each question a number in brackets indicates the level to which the key competency needs to be demonstrated where 0 = not required, 1 = perform the process, 2 = perform and administer the process and 3 = perform, administer and design the process.
Communicating ideas and information
Verbal and written instructions to staff and contractors. (2)

Collecting analysing and organising information
Through setting priorities and scheduling of works. (3)

Planning and organising activities
Through development of restoration strategies according to enterprise policies. (3)

Working with others and in teams
Collaboration with and support for field staff. (2)

Using mathematical ideas and techniques
Estimates of materials and costs and building specifications. (2)

Solving problems
Ensuring maintenance complies with fabric of place according to national and international charters and Codes of Practices. (3)

Using technology
Computers, tools and equipment associated with restoration works. (2)