CUACAM413 — Install camera supports

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What an assessment for CUACAM413 must cover

50 assessable components: 5 elements (24 performance criteria), 8 performance evidence and 11 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 7 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Plan camera support installation

1.1Receive and refer to camera plans and confirm production requirements with required personnel
1.2Identify and assess risks and work health and safety (WHS) issues associated with production requirements according to organisational standards
1.3Develop strategies to minimise risk and address WHS issues and incorporate strategies into planning process
1.4Identify aspects of camera plans and mounts that may require modification and negotiate changes to camera plans and mounts with required personnel
1.5Purchase supplies and equipment according to production requirements
1.6Confirm availability of equipment and supports for installation on location, according to production requirements
1.7Check equipment is operational and organise repair of faults as required
1.8Complete documentation according to organisational procedures

2 Erect camera platforms and towers

2.1Construct camera platforms and towers according to production requirements
2.2Secure equipment fastenings and personnel harnesses
2.3Check operational and electrical equipment meet WHS guidelines
2.4Review final structures and confirm they are safe according to organisational standards

3 Prepare cranes for cameras

3.1Confirm maximum safe working load of camera cranes and they are in safe working order according to organisational standards before mounting commences
3.2Display signage on cranes to indicate safe working load
3.3Fix snap plates or hothead mounts according to manufacturer specifications

4 Attach and secure cameras

4.1Attach cameras to mounts according to production requirements
4.2Attach applicable camera mounts to supports or directly to moving object or vehicle being used to capture shots
4.3Check power supply meets production requirements and run power cables from source to cameras and remote-control consoles and monitors
4.4Confirm ability of camera operator to operate equipment safely according to organisational standards and WHS guidelines
4.5Avoid damage and exposure of cameras and cabling to elements by securing when unattended

5 Disassemble tracks, platforms and towers

5.1Break down and carry equipment using safe manual handling techniques
5.2Clean and pack equipment to avoid damage and prepare for transport
5.3Report and document equipment that requires repairs or maintenance according to organisational procedures
5.4Leave worksite in original or improved condition

Performance evidence

install camera supports for at least two different production requirements.
plan safe installation of camera supports
undertake pre-shoot checks of equipment and supplies
erect safe camera towers and platforms and attach camera mounts
construct a variety of cranes and rigs for moving static objects safely
attach camera equipment to safely capture required shots
deconstruct and remove camera supports at conclusion of shoots safely
apply work health and safety (WHS) guidelines when working with electrical equipment, camera cranes and supports.

Knowledge evidence

roles and responsibilities of production and crew members involved in installing camera supports
equipment and support requirements, and budget constraints associated with installing camera supports
risks that are involved with installing camera supports and operating cameras from supports
typical problems that arise in the context of installing camera supports for film and television shoots, and common solutions
industry standard camera mounts and economic feasibility of use in different stages of production
construction of camera towers in environments that are: level, secure, and steady; on solid ground; capable of supporting maximum loads according to manufacturer specifications
features of support equipment used to mount a range of cameras
basic techniques for harnessing, rigging and fastening when mounting cameras on supports
legal and regulatory responsibilities within scope of own role and work context
organisational procedures for completing documentation
organisational standards and WHS regulations and requirements that apply to installing camera supports and operating camera equipment.

Foundation skills

Numeracy: Calculates costs and budgetary requirements using basic mathematical formulae
Oral communication: Listens carefully and responds to verbal instructions and creative directions as required, asking questions as necessary Provides information verbally using industry terminology
Reading: Interprets textual information to determine and adhere to requirements
Writing: Completes production documentation using specific and accurate language
Initiative and enterprise: Takes responsibility for meeting organisational, legal and regulatory responsibilities within scope of own role and work context, ensuring safety requirements are implemented Reports issues using appropriate communication practices and protocols Identifies and responds quickly to installation problems
Planning and organising: Plans and organises routine tasks, taking responsibility for decisions regarding sequencing and timing Prioritises work tasks meeting deadlines as required Plans, assembles and checks for sufficient supply of equipment and conducts equipment checks as required
Teamwork: Achieves desired results working collaboratively with technical experts Negotiates with and instructs production staff as required

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What does an assessment tool for CUACAM413 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CUACAM413 needs to address all 50 unit components: 5 elements with 24 performance criteria, 8 performance evidence requirements, 11 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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