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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to take photographs
   • Determine the purpose and end use of photographs
   • Prepare a photograph checklist that includes subject, purpose and requirements
   • Assess work health and safety risks associated with conducting fieldwork photography and identify controls according to workplace requirements
   • Obtain necessary permits and file according to workplace requirements
2. Identify and select appropriate equipment
   • Select camera based on suitability for the intended use
   • Select and prepare photographic equipment and accessories according to the intended use
   • Transport and store photographic equipment and accessories to reduce risk of damage
3. Take photos using correct methods and techniques
   • Conduct safety risk assessment and apply safe work practices
   • Select position from which to take photos that is safe, unobstructed and easily accessible
   • Select camera settings to suit conditions and capture subject
   • Select the perspective, framing and sequencing of photographs according to the subject and purpose of photographs and the checklist
   • Take photos and check quality on site to make sure they are fit for purpose
   • Use specialised photography techniques following proper techniques and methods
   • Record field notes identifying site location, date, time, conditions, subject details, further photos required at a later date and other relevant details
   • Mark the location of the camera so the perspective and framing can be easily reproduced on future shoots.
4. Download, catalogue and store photographs
   • Download photos from camera to computer hard drive or other storage medium according to workplace and legislative requirements
   • Electronically file, name and catalogue photos according to workplace policies and procedures and to meet copyright requirements

Range Statement

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Performance Evidence

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

determine the purpose of the photo

complete permission forms, obtain permits and confirm copyright requirements before taking photos

prepare a checklist that includes subject, purpose and requirements

assess work health and safety risks and apply suitable controls

select the appropriate camera, lenses and equipment for the task

adjust aperture, shutter speed, depth of field, white balance, ISO, macro settings, as required by camera type, to suit the purpose, subject matter and environmental conditions

use the following specialised photography techniques:

macro (close-up)

photo points

evidentiary photos

take photos, check they are fit for purpose and retake if necessary

record appropriate field notes according to purpose, enterprise requirements and with sufficient information to repeat photo in future

download, file and name evidentiary photos following chain of custody policies and legal procedures

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Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must explain:

legal requirements of copyright, privacy, permission and environmental protection relating to taking photos for fieldwork

hazard identification, assessment and control procedures

purpose of photographic equipment used in fieldwork

principles of photography including aperture, shutter speed, depth of field, ISO, white balance, exposure compensation and dynamic range, where DSLR cameras are used

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