Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage construction workshop operations for areas such as set construction, props manufacture and scenic art for productions in the screen, media, entertainment and events industries.
At this level, individuals are expected to apply a detailed knowledge of both creative and technical aspects of live productions or events. They exercise autonomy and judgement in contexts that are subject to change and are responsible for coordinating and supervising the work of construction team members.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Plan workshop operations | 1.1 With reference to production documentation, discuss construction requirements with relevant personnel 1.2 Provide timely and accurate advice on the feasibility and safety of construction projects, including suggestions for alternatives as required 1.3 Determine cost of, and sources for, required resources according to organisational procedures 1.4 Develop realistic expenditure estimates that conform to budget allocations 1.5 Identify potential budget overruns and resolve or recommend alternatives to relevant personnel 1.6 Develop action plans for implementing construction projects within production deadlines 1.7 Reach agreement on action plans and budget, and amend documentation as required |
2. Establish construction workshops | 2.1 Plan workshop layouts to maximise efficiency of workflow from delivery and storage of materials through to load-out of finished work 2.2 Ensure that workshop areas comply with environmental requirements 2.3 Ensure that machinery and equipment are available on time and installed according to legislative and regulatory requirements 2.4 Order materials required for projects and ensure flow of supply keeps pace with work progress and stockpiles are kept to a minimum 2.5 Follow organisational financial procedures in relation to purchases and record keeping 2.6 Engage specialist staff as required |
3. Supervise workshop operations | 3.1 Supervise, advise and assist staff to ensure that construction is completed on time and within budget 3.2 Develop, implement and monitor hazard management plans and procedures and revise as required 3.3 Develop technical drawings as required to ensure supply of information to staff keeps pace with work progress 3.4 Ensure that safety tests are carried out as required on materials and scenic elements and that quality of work is maintained 3.5 Maintain communication with production departments and attend run-throughs and meetings to ensure a coordinated, holistic approach to work 3.6 Conduct pre-departure checks of work and supervise packing and load-out |
4. Finalise construction workshop operations | 4.1 Organise return of hired equipment and implement post-project maintenance of workshop areas, plant and equipment 4.2 Contribute to evaluations of productions and implement recommendations aimed at improving overall effectiveness of construction workshop operations |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence of the ability to:
integrate the interpretation of designs, specifications, budgets and schedules into the process of managing construction workshop operations
manage construction workshop operations for at least two projects or productions in at least two of the following speciality areas:
art finishing
props manufacture
set construction
manage a work team
meet deadlines.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.
Evidence of Knowledge
To complete the unit requirements the individual must:
describe issues and challenges that typically arise when managing construction workshop operations, and suggest ways to address them
describe costing, budgeting and estimating techniques
explain principles and techniques in relation to set construction, props manufacture and art finishing
describe the properties and characteristics of materials before and after construction or manufacture and art finishing
explain safe handling techniques for hazardous materials typically used in construction, manufacture and art finishing
describe ways of testing materials and constructed elements to ensure safety
outline administrative procedures associated with workshop management
explain a workshop manager’s responsibilities in relation to:
duty of care
hazard management
risk assessment
explain how work health and safety and environmental protection legislation and regulations affect workplace procedures in construction workshops.
Assessment Conditions
Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to:
a construction workshop equipped with a range of machinery, materials and tools
interaction with a team to reflect the collaborative nature of the skills in this unit.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill | Performance Criteria | Description |
Reading | 1.1, 1.2, 1.3 | Obtains information from a range of complex written sources |
Writing | 1.6, 3.2 | Generates documentation in relation to managing construction workshop operations |
Oral communication | 1.1, 1.2, 1.7, 2.4, 3.1, 3.5 | Seeks the views and opinions of others Obtains information by listening and questioning Discusses ideas and solutions Uses clear language to contribute information and express requirements |
Numeracy | 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.5, 3.3 | Performs calculations and takes measurements when interpreting budgets and managing construction workshop operations |
Navigate the world of work | 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 3.1, 3.2, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 4.1 | Works independently and collectively with a strong sense of responsibility for goals, plans, decisions and outcomes Takes responsibility for meeting environmental and regulatory requirements within scope of own role Applies organisational procedures when managing construction workshop operations Manages time efficiently to meet work deadlines |
Interact with others | 1.1, 1.2, 1.7, 2.4, 3.1, 3.5 | Collaborates to achieve joint outcomes and takes a leadership role to help facilitate effective group interaction and direction |
Get the work done | 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 4.1, 4.2 | Sequences and schedules complex activities, monitors implementation, and manages relevant communication Assesses information and contributes ideas about alternative ways of meeting requirements Develops and implements strategies to minimise effects of workplace hazards Reviews progress against goals, adjusting plans and resources to cope with contingencies Anticipates and takes action to minimise potential problems that could disrupt construction workshop operations, such as potential budget overruns Implements improvements to construction workshop operations based on outcome of evaluations Uses standard word processing and spreadsheet applications to prepare workplace documentation Distributes information electronically and uses online ordering systems |
Sectors
Media and entertainment production - production management