CUASTA413 — Operate flying systems

1 Prepare for flying operations

• 1.1Obtain production documentation and clarify flying requirements in consultation with required personnel
• 1.2Inspect fly tower and stage and identify modifications to be made to existing grid or infrastructure
• 1.3Organise modifications in line with own level of responsibility and refer matters that need attention to required personnel
• 1.4Plan installation work according to safety guidelines and licencing requirements
• 1.5Anticipate problems that may arise during installation, rehearsal and operational phases and plan accordingly
• 1.6Obtain approval for weight loads plan and safe work methods statement
• 1.7Plot and run through fly cues and confirm correct speed and timing of each cue
• 1.8Modify cues as required in consultation with required personnel
• 1.9Complete pre-show checks and confirm individual components of flying systems are ready for operation and comply with safety requirements
• 1.10Execute pre-sets and document modifications as required

2 Fly set elements

• 2.1Load counter-weight cradles for flying set elements in line with production requirements
• 2.2Rig bridles, spreaders and other rigging equipment and create rigging points not covered by existing grids
• 2.3Install and synchronise chain motors and winches as required
• 2.4Install brailing lines as required
• 2.5Install specialist staging elements according to production and safety requirements
• 2.6Test installed equipment for functionality and adjust installation as required
• 2.7Execute fly cues safely according to performance requirements
• 2.8Where counterweight systems are used, keep flown loads and counterweights in balance or under control
• 2.9Use brake system, handbrake or other stopping devices according to safety requirements
• 2.10Use control systems according to instructions from required personnel
• 2.11Identify problems with flying system operation and rectify or refer to required personnel according to organisational procedures and safety regulations

3 Complete post-show tasks

• 3.1Reset flying elements at completion of performances according to organisational procedures and safety regulations
• 3.2Inform required personnel of aspects of system operation that require attention
• 3.3Contribute to evaluations of productions and implement recommendations
• 3.4Organise maintenance of equipment as required
• 3.5Participate in post-show debriefing sessions and note aspects of staging operations that could be improved in future productions
• 3.6Review own work performance and adjust work practices accordingly

What does an assessment tool for CUASTA413 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CUASTA413 needs to address all 50 unit components: 3 elements with 27 performance criteria, 5 performance evidence requirements, 8 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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