UAL Lighting Technicians Level 3 & 4 Diploma Handbook

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1 Frame of Reference

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1.1 Definition and characteristics

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1.2 Objectives

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1.3 Qualification structures

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1.4 Admissions

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1.5 Induction

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1.6 Results, Skills Passports and certification

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1.7 Replacement certificates

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2 Level 3 Diploma in Professional Competence for

Lighting Technicians in Film and TV units

4 Unit 1: Contribute to good working relationships

5 Unit 2: Ensure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety

6 Unit 3: Conduct an Assessment of Risks in the Workplace

7 Unit 4: Assess and monitor power supply systems

8 Unit 5: Install wiring for practicals and equipment

9 Unit 6: Set lighting to meet the desired effect

10 Unit 7: Carry out lighting production liaison

11 Unit 8: Prepare and use equipment to modify and manipulate light

12 Unit 9: Prepare and operate lighting equipment

13 Unit 10: Prepare and operate extra low voltage lighting equipment and systems

14 Unit 11: Safe installation of lighting equipment using accessories and

mounting equipment

15 Console Operator Pathway unit

Unit 12: Programme and a operate lighting console

16 Generator Operator Pathway unit

Unit 13: Install, operate and fault find on generators

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3 Best Boy Pathway & Level 4 Diploma in

Professional Competence for Gaffers in Film & TV units

19 Unit 14: Oversee the health and safety of lighting crews

21 Unit 15: Conduct a technical recce from an electrical viewpoint

22 Unit 16 Recruit and manage electrical lighting crews

23 Unit 17: Manage the working relationship between the Gaffer & the

Director of Photography

24 Unit 18 Identify and implement the lighting requirements for production

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4 Assessment Arrangements

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4.1 Introduction to assessment

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4.2 Assessment principles

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4.3 Assessment principles

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4.4 Assessment and Verification System

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4.5 Expert Witness Testimony

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4.6 Workplace performance requirements and the use of simulation

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4.7 Occupational Expertise of Assessors, Verifiers and Expert Witnesses

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1.1 Definition and characteristics

The Level 3 Diploma in Professional Competence for Lighting Technicians in Film and TV, Level 3 Diploma in Professional Competence for Lighting Technicians in Film and TV (Console Operator), Level 3 Diploma in Professional Competence for Lighting Technicians in Film and TV (Generator Operator), Level 3 Diploma in Professional Competence for Lighting Technicians in Film and TV (Best Boy) and Level 4 Diploma in Professional Competence for Gaffers in Film and TV are important qualifications for the Motion Picture Industry, developed and informed by those working in the sector with the full support of Skillset, the Sector Skills Council for the creative media industries.

Qualifications are not used as a licence to practice in this sector. However, in discrete occupational areas like the Lighting Technicians, employers and practitioners support formal recognition of the demonstration of competence in the workplace in the interests of health and safety. There have been few occupational competence qualifications developed in the sector but those which have, have provided a meaningful and valuable solution to employers and practitioners. Until the introduction of the QCF, such qualifications were developed as NVQs, based entirely and explicitly on National Occupational Standards (NOS) and the NVQ Code of Practice.

The QCF allows for more flexibility in unit and qualification design and assessment. These units and qualifications have been deemed fit for purpose by Skillset and are underpinned by quality assured approaches to assessment and verification. All units within these qualifications are based on relevant NOS.

The notion of competence may include formal qualifications as well as elements such as the capacity to transfer skills and knowledge to a new occupational situation, and the capacity to innovate. The level or kind of competence may be assessed by evaluating the individual’s ability to use his or her skills. Competences can be specialised (such as the control of computerised processes), methodological (ability to think and decide, and capacity to innovate), or social (language and communication skills, and teamwork).

University of the Arts London Awarding Body supports a range of technical and competence based qualifications within the Motion Picture Industry.

1.2 Objectives

UAL Level 3 Diploma in Professional Competence for Lighting Technicians in Film and TV (QCF)

600/2553/0

The purpose of this qualification is to assess the competence and underpinning knowledge of individuals working in the role of a Lighting Technician.

UAL Level 3 Diploma in Professional Competence for Lighting Technicians in Film and TV

(Console Operator) (QCF) 600/2551/7

The purpose of this qualification is to assess the competence and underpinning knowledge of individuals working in the role of a Lighting Technician Console Operator.

UAL Level 3 Diploma in Professional Competence for Lighting Technicians in Film and TV (Generator Operator) (QCF)

600/2550/5

The purpose of this qualification is to assess the competence and underpinning knowledge of individuals working in the role of a Lighting Technician Generator Operator.

UAL Level 3 Diploma in Professional Competence for Lighting Technicians in Film and TV (Best Boy) (QCF) 600/2779/4

The purpose of this qualification is to assess the competence and underpinning knowledge of individuals working in the role of a Lighting Department Best Boy.

UAL Level 4 Diploma in Professional Competence for Gaffers in Film and TV (QCF)

600/2552/9

The purpose of this qualification is to assess the competence and underpinning knowledge of individuals working in the role of a Lighting Department Gaffer. These qualifications are rigorously assessed in the workplace and recognise the learner’s ability to behave professionally, collaboratively and in line with industry standards.

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In order to achieve aUAL Level 3 Diploma in Professional Competence for Lighting Technicians in Film and TV (QCF) candidates must complete all 11 mandatory units with a total of 53 credits:

1. Contribute to good working relationships (4 credits) 2. Ensure your own actions reduce risks to health and

safety (4 credits)

3. Conduct an assessment of risks in the workplace (4 credits)

4. Assess & monitor power supply systems(4 credits) 5. Install wiring for practicals & equipment (4 credits) 6. Set lighting to meet the desired effect (15 credits) 7. Carry out lighting production liaison (7 credits) 8. Prepare and use equipment to modify and

manipulate light (2 credits)

9. Prepare and operate lighting equipment (3 credits) 10. Prepare and operate extra low voltage lighting

equipment and systems (1 credit)

11. Safe installation of lighting equipment using accessories and mounting equipment (5 credits)

In order to achieve aUAL Level 3 Diploma in

Professional Competence for Lighting Technicians in Film and TV (Console Operator) (QCF)

candidates must complete all 11 mandatory units listed above (numbers 1 - 11) and the console operator pathway unit with a total of 66 credits:

12. Programme and a operate lighting console (13 credits)

Professional Competence for Lighting Technicians in Film and TV (Generator Operator) (QCF)

candidates must complete all 11 mandatory units listed above (numbers 1 - 11) and the generator operator pathway unit with a total of 65 credits:

13. Install, operate and fault find on generators (12 credits)

1.3 Qualification structures

Professional Competence for Lighting Technicians in Film and TV (Generator Operator) (QCF) candidates must complete all 11 mandatory units (numbers 1 - 11) and the best boy level 4 pathway units with a total of 69 credits:

14. Oversee the health and safety of lighting crews (6 credits)

15. Conduct a technical recce from an electrical viewpoint (10 credits)

Best boys can also take either or both of units 12 and 13 to top up their qualification as additional optional units . Total credits with both optional units is 94 credits. Best boys can top up to the below qualification, having already achieved two of the Gaffer units already, numbers 14 and 15.

In order to achieve aUAL Level 4 Diploma in Professional Competence for Gaffers in Film and TV (QCF) candidates must complete all 5 Level 4 units (numbers 14 - 18) with a total of 41 credits:

16. Recruit and manage electrical lighting crews (11 credits)

17. Manage the working relationship between the Gaffer and the Director of Photography (7 credits) 18. Identify and implement the lighting requirements

for production (7 credits)

Gaffers take the above qualification, having achieved one of the Level 3 Lighting Technician pathways, or are exempt from taking the above pathways, and go straight to Level 4.

It is through the Learning Outcomes and, in particular, the Assessment Criteria that the Level of the Units differ to reflect the level of autonomy and accountability, application and action, and knowledge and understanding required in the job roles.

Credit is awarded for the achievement of the learning outcomes associated with a particular unit. It is awarded at the point when that learning is assessed. 1 credit is equivalent to 10 notional learning hours.

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1.4 Admissions

University of the Arts London Awarding Body, hereafter referred to as UAL Awarding Body, expects Centres to recruit with integrity on the basis of the learners’ anticipated ability to successfully complete the requirements of the individual unit(s) or the full qualification.

Centres should provide Candidates with an induction to the qualifications which ensures that:

• Course structures and supporting material are provided

• Learning support needs are identified and provided as appropriate

• Assessment requirements are explained for internal assessment and external verification

• Health and safety regulations and procedures are explained.

• Learning Agreement is signed between the candidate and the provider

• Candidate registration is made with UAL Awarding Body

• Timescale for completion is agreed.

1.6 Results, Skills Passports and

certification

1.5 Induction

All requests for replacement certificates must be made by submitting a completed replacement certificate form (available on our website) and must be authorised by your Centre.

Where a certificate is found to be incorrect as a result of erroneous information being supplied by the learner or Centre, or has been lost, there will be a charge of £25 per replacement certificate.

Where a certificate has been issued with an error generated by UAL Awarding Body then the certificate will be replaced without charge and as a priority.

Incorrect certificates must be returned to UAL Awarding Body before a new one is issued. Replacements will be issued within 20 working days.

1.7 Replacement certificates

When all quality assurance and External Verification processes are complete, the Centre is responsible for claiming certificates via UAL Awarding Body and candidates are responsible for claiming their Skills Passport from Skillset.

The External Verifier and the Centre will countersign the ‘Grade Confirmation Form’ in order for certificates to be printed and the EV will send this to UAL Awarding Body. UAL Awarding Body certificates the awards achieved by each candidate. Both qualification and unit certificates are produced as appropriate. The certificates, together with a detailed confirmation of the awards are then returned to your Centre. The Centre will acknowledge the receipt of the certificates and report back to the Awarding Body any discrepancies. The Centre is responsible for distributing certificates to candidates.

UAL Awarding Body will update the national Personal Learner Record (PLR) with candidate achievement.

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Level: 2

Unit Reference Number: R/600/9010 Credit value: 4 GLH: 30

Unit Aim: The unit aims to enable the learner to work effectively with others during the production process, including clarifying, agreeing and revising working arrangements and communicating effectively with colleagues.

Learning Outcomes

The candidate will:

1. Understand how to agree working arrangements

2. Understand how to communicate effectively with colleagues

3. Be able to develop and maintain good working relationships during the production process

Assessment Criteria

The candidate can:

1.1 Identify key roles and tasks in the production process 1.2 Outline how to clarify, agree and revise working

arrangements in a way which promotes good working relationships

2.1 Explain the importance of balancing the needs of tasks and people

2.2 Explain the importance of sharing information with colleagues

2.3 Identify ways of tactfully requesting others to change working arrangements to improve own productivity 2.4 Describe how to explain own decisions clearly and

constructively

2.5 Describe how to resolve conflict situations or dissatisfaction

2.6 Explain the importance of liaison with colleagues to productivity

3.1 Clarify, agree and revise working arrangements, promoting good working relationships

3.2 Communicate own decisions clearly and constructively

3.3 Resolve any conflict situations or dissatisfaction as necessary

3.4 Liaise with appropriate colleagues to ensure effective and productive working

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Unit 2

Ensure your own actions reduce risks to health

and safety

Level: 2

Unit Reference Number: Y/600/9011 Credit value: 4 GLH: 30

Unit Aim:The unit will enable learners to ensure that their own personal presentation and behaviour meet the requirements of relevant instructions, procedures and legal requirements

The candidate will:

1. Understand hazards and risks in the workplace

2. Understand own responsibilities for health and safety in the workplace

3. Be able to evaluate hazards and risks in the workplace

4. Be able to reduce risks to health and safety in the workplace

The candidate can:

1.1 Define hazards and risks

1.2 Outline key hazards and risks in own workplace, describing safe working practices

1.3 Outline key hazards and risks within own job role, describing precautions

2.1 Identify own responsibilities for health and safety in own workplace and job role under health and safety legislation, explaining the importance of personal presentation and behaviour

2.2 Describe procedures for dealing with risks outside the scope of own responsibility, identifying the appropriate personnel with whom to liaise in own workplace

3.1 Identify workplace instructions relevant to own job 3.2 Identify any unsafe practices in own workplace and

job role

3.3 Check which potentially unsafe working practices present the highest risk to self and others 3.4 Take action to address any hazards in accordance

with workplace procedures and legal requirements

4.1 Work safely in accordance with own level of competence, relevant instructions and legal requirements, following environmentally friendly practices

4.2 Manage any health and safety risks within own capability and responsibility

4.3 Suggest ways of reducing risks to health and safety to the appropriate personnel

4.4 Report any differences between workplace and suppliers’ or manufacturers’ instructions

4.5 Ensure that own personal presentation and behaviour meets the requirements of relevant instructions, procedures and legal requirements

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Level: 3

Unit Reference Number: T/601/7018 Credit value: 4 GLH: 20

Unit Aim:This unit is about conducting risk assessments. The unit involves identifying hazards in the production environment, assessing the level of risk, recommending actions and carrying out a review of the risk assessment.

The candidate will:

1. Be able to identify hazards in the workplace

2. Be able to assess the level of risk in the workplace

3. Be able to recommend action following risk assessment

4. Be able to review own assessment of risk in the workplace

The candidate can:

1.1 Identify why and where the risk assessment will be carried out

1.2 Check that all available information on statutory health and safety regulations is current and from recognised and reliable information sources 1.3 Identify when and from where to obtain expert

advice and guidance on risk assessment 1.4 Select a method of identifying hazards that is

appropriate to the workplace being assessed 1.5 Identify those areas in the workplace where hazards

with a potential for serious harm to health and safety are most likely to occur

1.6 Identify hazards which could result in serious harm to people

1.7 Record identified hazards in a way which meets legal, good practice and workplace requirements

1.8 Report the results of the process of identifying hazards to the responsible parties in an agreed format and timescale

2.1 Identify all legal requirements that are appropriate to the workplace and working practices being assessed 2.2 Check that effective control measures are in place to

meet all legal requirements

2.3 Check that industry standards and all other reasonable precautions are in place 2.4 Identify hazards that should be eliminated

2.5 Prioritise hazards that are most likely to cause serious harm to people when carrying out a risk assessment 2.6 Determine the level of risk, identifying how the risks

can be controlled to minimise harm

2.7 Rate unacceptable risks in priority order, including breaches of relevant health and safety legislation and workplace procedures

3.1 Identify recommendations for minimising risks 3.2 Present the results of the risk assessment to

the responsible parties in the agreed format and timescale

4.1 Review current workplace and working practices in relation to own risk assessment

4.2 Identify accurately any significant differences between previous and new working practices 4.3 Review the action taken as a result of own

recommendations in the latest risk assessment 4.4 Identify accurately new hazards arising from changes

in the workplace or working practices

4.5 Make the required changes to the risk assessment as a result of the review

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Unit 4

Assess and monitor power supply systems

Level: 3

Unit Reference Number: D/503/2375 Credit value: 4 GLH: 20

Unit Aim:The unit involves identifying the local power supply, analysing the electrical distribution layout to ensure load capability, inspecting cables before use and providing a safe cable distribution system.

The candidate will:

1. Understand legislation, regulatory requirements and current British standards relevant to assessing and monitoring power supply systems

2. Understand key information relevant to electrical distribution systems

3. Be able to assess power supply systems

4. Be able to operate and monitor power supply systems

The candidate can:

1.1 Identify legal responsibilities to other members of the production crew and the general public when providing an electrical supply

1.2 Identify safety issues associated with the location conditions

1.3 Explain why it is important for the person responsible for the location to identify local distribution systems 1.4 Undertake visual risk assessment of site conditions,

taking any necessary action

1.5 Identify relevant sections of current British Standards 2.1 Identify the effects of electrical distribution on sound,

vision, special effects and other equipment 2.2 Explain the importance of multiple phases and

balanced loads

2.3 Identify the incoming electrical supply and the switch gear loading characteristics, explaining their implications for the shoot

2.4 Identify the relevance and importance of different earthing systems

3.1 Contact the site electrical engineer or relevant person for connection details and permissions

3.2 Check the power supply layout to ensure adequate load capability for the prevention of a possible supply overload

3.3 Test the power distribution system electrically prior to energising, in accordance with regulatory requirements

3.4 Identify sub circuits accurately

3.5 Record and report electrical test results in the appropriate format

4.1 Provide a safe cable distribution system for the location

4.2 Monitor the safety of the electrical distribution system to prevent possible mechanical, electrical or environmental damage or danger

4.3 Provide power in compliance with relevant regulations and legislation

4.4 Resolve any issues with other equipment that may be caused by the electrical distribution system 4.5 Label all power distribution cables for correct polarity

and easy identification

4.6 Identify switch gear intended for use, checking that it has up to date electrical test labels

4.7 Connect and safely operate basic DMX and Analogue dimmer systems

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Level: 3

Unit Reference Number: K/503/2377 Credit value: 4 GLH:15

Unit Aim:The unit involves checking practical equipment against the lighting list, installing fixtures and fittings and props equipment for the shoot, assessing requirements for lighting in general, identifying power requirements and installing and testing fluorescent lighting.

The candidate will:

1. Understand regulations and standards relevant to installing temporary wiring for practicals and equipment

2 Understand key information relevant to installing wiring for practicals and equipment

3 Be able to prepare to install wiring for practicals and equipment

4 Be able to check practical equipment against the lighting list

5 Be able to install fixtures, fittings and props equipment

6 Be able to manage the safe use of the equipment

The candidate can:

1.1 Identify how the Health and Safety regulations, the Electricity at Work Act and relevant current standards apply to work practices

2.1 Explain the importance of planning practical wiring and systems to take account of phasing and loading 2.2 Explain how to leave enough scope for adjustment to

the practical once fitted

2.3 Explain how to identify and remedy any faults with the equipment and installation

2.4 Explain how to use speciality lighting and starting systems

2.5 Explain how to use various voltage systems 3.1 Co-ordinate requirements with the responsible

person, prior to commencing the installation 3.2 Check that the proposed installation is protected

against overloads and earth faults, with no danger to the crew or performers

4.1 Check that the required equipment is safe for use and meets insulation, resistance and loading requirements

4.2 Check that the equipment is properly electrically protected, earthed and fused

4.3 Test the equipment and installation for electrical and operational safety prior to use

4.4 Identify how equipment can be adapted to conform with the current standards

4.5 Check that the power requirements for the installation are adequately met

4.6 Check that the equipment and installation has been tested according to Portable Appliance Test (PAT) guidelines for electrical and operational safety prior to use

5.1 Install fixtures and fittings safely and securely using suitable cables and connectors

5.2 Use all practical fittings and fixings at the correct design ratings

5.3 Identify and label any non standard voltages 6.1 Provide clear instructions on the safe use of any

equipment

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Unit 6

Set lighting to meet the desired effect

Level: 3

Unit Aim: T he unit involves using lighting fixtures as required. It is about obtaining the desired direction, quality and colour of light, controlling and adjusting the light and providing a safe working environment.

The candidate will:

1. Understand key issues relating to setting lighting to meet the desired effect and production requirements

2. Be able to use equipment to meet lighting requirements

3. Be able to maintain a safe working environment

The candidate can:

1.1 Identify the uses of different types of light measuring equipment

1.2 Explain how light levels can affect the mood of the production

1.3 Identify different lighting fixtures, explaining their application to the use of effects

1.4 Explain how to produce a range of effects using different lighting fixtures, ancillary equipment and techniques

1.5 Explain how diffusion materials, filters or reflectors are used to produce the desired effects

1.6 Explain different lighting plans and how to interpret them

1.7 Explain when and why to use hard, soft and reflected light sources and how to control them

1.8 Explain how to use lamp head accessories to manipulate the light to meet a desired effect

2.1 Check that connectors and lighting fixtures are identified with numbered labels to ensure consistent connection and control

2.2 Alter the light source in terms of setting, colour temperature and beam angle, following instructions accurately

2.3 Check that the required filters, flags and reflectors are in place and producing the desired result 2.4 Use accessories to manipulate the light source for

the desired effect

2.5 Maintain consistent filtering and correction for lighting

2.6 Unify colour temperature of mixed light sources to best effect as required

2.7 Notify responsible person when production requirements are unachievable

3.1 Identify hazards relating to the use of equipment and any action required

3.2 Apply lighting effects in a safe and controlled manner 3.3 Identify how own working practices affect other

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Level: 3

Unit Reference Number: H/503/2376 Credit value: 7 GLH: 30

Unit Aim:This unit is about liaising with suppliers of the agreed materials, plant and electrical equipment. It involves maintaining good relationships with production, employees, sub contractors and external contractors.

The candidate will:

1. Be able to comply with legislation on employment and contractual issues

2. Be able to maintain positive working relationships with own team and production

3. Be able to liaise with suppliers and contractors to meet production requirements

4. Be able to monitor progress during production

The candidate can:

1.1 Identify the contractual obligations between production and external contractors

1.2 Identify the availability and suitability of lighting personnel

1.3 Check that all relevant parties have the required documentation to comply with relevant contractual and health and safety legislation

2.1 Introduce the team to production

2.2 Provide clear instructions for the team to promote smooth work flow

2.3 Take action to solve problems promptly and cost effectively taking account of the team’s availability and the logistics of equipment

3.1 Identify the availability and suitability of lighting equipment

3.2 Schedule the arrival of resources and electrical equipment required to match own schedule

3.3 Monitor the work of external contractors, confirming that they adhere to their contractual obligations 3.4 Resolve any differences, seeking suitable solutions/

alternatives with external suppliers as required

4.1 Identify priorities, production requirements and financial constraints at the start of the production 4.2 Identify personnel with whom to liaise to monitor

progress and check contractual and cost compliance 4.3 Review progress on the schedule, notifying relevant

personnel as required

4.4 Explain how to deal with any variations and extra equipment required

4.5 Check that at the start and end of shooting pre-rigging and de-pre-rigging takes place safely and at the appropriate times

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Unit 8

Prepare and use equipment to modify and manipulate light

Level: 3

Unit Reference Number: Y/503/2388 Credit value: 2 GLH: 12

Unit Aim: This unit involves using equipment safely to modify and manipulate light. It requires the learner to assemble, rig and set ancillary equipment. It is about following instructions to match lighting effects required.

The candidate will:

1. Be able to prepare equipment to modify and manipulate light to meet production requirements

2. Be able to operate equipment to modify and manipulate light to meet production requirements

The candidate can:

1.1 Set up lighting equipment safely, adjusting it as required

1.2 Fine tune the lighting effects prior to the shoot to meet requirements

1.3 Identify the range of available filters and scrims, explaining their different effects

1.4 Cut filters accurately to the required sizes

1.5 Attach the required filters, filter frames and other accessories safely and securely

1.6 Set and position flags to achieve the desired effect 1.7 Identify safe methods of rigging ancillary lighting

equipment

1.8 Assemble large frames and their stands, reflectors or diffusers

2.1 Use equipment safely to meet production requirements, following industry best practice 2.2 Identify faults or problems with lighting equipment,

reporting to the relevant person

2.3 Replace faulty equipment, as required, with minimum disruption

2.4 Maintain accurate records of filters and equipment used

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Level: 3

Unit Reference Number: K/503/2380 Credit value: 3 GLH:12

Unit Aim: This unit involves preparing and rigging lighting equipment, making safety checks and preparing any specialist lighting and systems. It is about operating a range of lighting equipment, lighting the set and informing performers and any others about the safe use of equipment.

The candidate will:

1. Understand key issues relating to preparing and operating lighting equipment

2. Be able to prepare lighting equipment

3. Be able to operate lighting equipment safely

The candidate can:

1.1 Explain how to control ultra-violet and heat radiation to reduce risks

1.2 Explain how to optimise consistent beam quality, colour temperature and lamp life

1.3 Identify connection arrangements applicable to the lighting fixture, including Health and Safety regulations, current standards and industry best practice

2.1 Carry out all operational and safety checks on the equipment prior to use

2.2 Rig lighting fixtures in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions

2.3 Identify problems associated with lighting fixtures, cabling, ballasts and dimming equipment

2.4 Check electronic ballast operation for flicker free or silent mode and dimming function

2.5 Check that all discharge equipment is operating at the same frequency

3.1 Protect lighting equipment from climatic conditions which would affect their reliability

3.2 Prevent damage to electronic equipment by not exposing it to unnecessary risks

3.3 Operate and move the equipment safely, following instructions

3.4 Notify the production and crew of any special precautions that apply to the equipment and its use

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Unit 10

Prepare and operate extra low voltage lighting equipment and

systems

Level: 3

Unit Aim: This unit is about preparing and operating extra low voltage lighting equipment and systems. It involves preparing and operating different systems and using and storing batteries safely.

The candidate will:

1. Understand key issues relating to preparing and operating extra low voltage lighting equipment and systems

2. Be able to prepare extra low voltage lighting equipment and systems

3. Be able to operate extra low voltage lighting equipment and systems

4. Be able to comply with legal and regulatory requirements relevant to lighting equipment and systems

The candidate can:

1.1 Explain the differences between AC and DC power systems

1.2 Explain the differences between series and parallel charging

1.3 Identify problems associated with the use of extra low voltage

1.4 Identify the dangers and restrictions in the use of battery supplies including charging

1.5 Identify charging parameters and limitations as applied to lead acid, nickel-cadmium and lithium battery supplies and their ratings

2.1 Identify problems arising out of misuse of, or incorrect, polarity

2.2 Carry out all operational and safety checks on the equipment and systems prior to use

2.3 Calculate the current flow in DC circuits, stating protection required

2.4 Calculate the useful life of a fully charged battery subject to load conditions

2.5 Prevent exposed terminals to connectors from becoming a safety hazard

3.1 Transport batteries safely

3.2 Protect extra low voltage lighting equipment and systems from climatic conditions which would affect their reliability

3.3 Connect inverters safely to battery systems 3.4 Label batteries according to their charge state 3.5 Check that batteries are charged in rotation

4.1 Operate and move the equipment safely, following instructions

4.2 Explain how key aspects of relevant health and safety legislation affect own safe working practices

4.3 Identify safe methods for the disposal of batteries and the requirements according to relevant UK agencies and organisations

4.4 Label and store batteries in accordance with relevant regulations

4.5 Advise all relevant personnel on the safe use of battery equipment

4.6 Explain how to deal with battery acid spills, identifying what remedial action must be taken

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mounting equipment

Level: 3

Unit Reference Number: M/503/2381 Credit value: 5 GLH: 22

Unit Aim:This unit is about installing lighting fixtures and infrastructure according to verbal instructions or from a lighting rig plan, involving attaching structures to existing buildings, adding accessories and refinements safely.

The candidate will:

1. Be able to comply with health and safety legislation relevant to the installation of lighting equipment using accessories and mounting equipment

2. Be able to position lighting equipment safely to meet production requirements

The candidate can:

1.1 Explain the reasons for and implications of legislation relating to the provision, use and rigging of equipment, identifying when they take effect and when to seek advice

1.2 Identify key aspects of legislation relating to safe working at height

1.3 Explain how to use personal protective equipment for working at height and the importance of checking before use

1.4 Inform the relevant person when particular caution is needed in the rigging area, identifying appropriate actions to be taken

2.1 Obtain permission for fixing equipment to buildings from the relevant person

2.2 Calculate accurately the total weight of all the equipment specified and the load capacity of lighting, grip, hardware and stands

2.3 Explain how the positioning of load bearing equipment changes with its use and location

2.4 Explain how to check that the centre of gravity of any support system is in a position to prevent accidents 2.5 Select and use appropriate grip hardware for fine

positioning of lighting fixture

2.6 Position lighting stands and equipment taking account of the details of the risk assessment and the type of terrain

2.7 Secure and tie off lamps using appropriate knots 2.8 Mark areas of work accurately and with sensitivity to

the building and to other users

2.9 Check that all work undertaken is in accordance with any lighting rig plans and verbal instructions

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Unit 12

Programme and a operate lighting console

Level: 3

Unit Reference Number: R/503/2387 Credit value: 13 GLH: 42

Unit Aim:This unit is about programming and operating a lighting console, adjusting lighting balance to meet requirements, changes in lighting consistently, controlling lighting operations and maintaining communications.

The candidate will:

1. Understand key issues relevant to programming and operating lighting consoles

2. Be able to comply with legal and regulatory

requirements relevant to programming and operating lighting consoles

3. Be able to programme a lighting console

4. Be able to operate a lighting console

5. Be able to maintain communications with the responsible persons

The candidate can:

1.1 Explain the key features of the lighting console and their uses

1.2 Explain how a performance can affect the operation of the console and any subsequent lighting changes 2.1 Identify how key aspects of relevant health & safety

requirements affect the programming, operation and working practices of different types of console 2.2 Operate the console in accordance with relevant

health and safety regulations

2.3 Explain when to apply Display Screen Equipment regulations

2.4 Explain the effect and safe use of strobe lighting 3.1 Identify which channels will be used, liaising with the

relevant parties

3.2 Change the previous console settings accurately 3.3 Set channels to produce the desired effects at all

times and on any camera shot likely to be used 3.4 Input and access the console’s memories accurately

using appropriate methods

3.5 Plan to ensure a balanced load, liaising with the person responsible

3.6 Plan DMX control channel allocation & data systems 3.7 Set up effective back-up systems

4.1 Adjust the light balance to meet the requirements of the person responsible for the design of the lighting 4.2 Control out of sight lighting operations

4.3 Change channel numbers properly and accurately 4.4 Line up vision monitoring as required

4.5 Adjust changes in lighting consistently and in harmony with the production

4.6 Operate the console safely within the maximum channel numbers

4.7 Adjust individual channels to satisfy production sensitivities by interpreting ways in which the lighting balance may unobtrusively change in harmony with the camera and artiste movement, referring to any available monitors

4.8 Monitor load in use, taking any appropriate action 4.9 Carry out correct patching of DMX control

channels to DMX equipment in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions

4.10 Use back-up systems as required

5.1 Agree any special requirements with the responsible persons, resolving any identified limitations or problems in the system

5.2 Maintain contact with all relevant persons using appropriate communication systems

5.3 Inform responsible persons of any equipment failure or potential fault which could affect the production

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Level: 3

Unit Reference Number: M/503/2378 Credit value: 12 GLH: 42

Unit Aim:This unit is for those who are responsible for generator operation. It involves preparing a generator for location filming, installing the generator power distribution cabling, starting the generator, monitoring the controls and visual outputs, and balancing the generator loading.

The candidate will:

1. Understand legislation relevant to generator operations

2. Understand key issues relevant to generator operations

3. Be able to prepare a generator for location filming

4. Be able to install generator power distribution cabling

The candidate can:

1.1 Identify key health and safety legislation relevant to generator operations

1.2 Identify key legislation relevant to the environmental use, storage and disposal of contaminants and pollutants

1.3 Identify current laws relating to Road Traffic regulations whilst working and driving

1.4 Identify key requirements of the Electrical Safety, Quality and Continuity Regulations

2.1 Explain how to make calculations of load current with different types of reactive and resistive loads

2.2 Identify the maximum loading of sub circuits and distribution boxes

2.3 Explain the key principles of operating multiple generators identifying the associated problems 2.4 Explain the implications for lighting equipment and

users when load shedding or a similar situation occurs

2.5 Explain the effects on generators and equipment in overload situations

3.1 Carry out all pre-checks including the sufficiency of running and replacement items as appropriate to the location and production schedule

3.2 Carry out a visual risk assessment of the site conditions to identify any hazards

3.3 Take appropriate action to reduce the risks of any hazards identified

3.4 Position the generator safely in accordance with local byelaws, levelling as required to prevent exhaust emission from causing environmental problems 4.1 Identify any special cabling requirements necessary

for local conditions

4.2 Confirm the distribution requirements from the responsible person

4.3 Obtain permission for any third party load requirements

4.4 Test the cable distribution system with regard to polarity and earthing, in accordance with current standards, before energisation

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The candidate will:

5. Be able to start up a generator for safe operation

6. Be able to assess the operation of a generator in use

7. Be able to maintain the safe operation of a generator

8. Be able to carry out checks on a generator after use

The candidate can:

5.1 Check that the generator’s controls and systems are functioning according to manufacturer’s instructions, prior to electrical energisation

5.2 Start the generator following correct procedures 5.3 Confirm and adjust the supply frequency and voltage 6.1 Monitor the generator’s functioning, fuel and fluid

levels throughout its use

6.2 Monitor the generator’s balance and/or loading throughout its use

6.3 Maintain accurate records of generator running times, service requirements and vehicle mileage 7.1 Identify when a fault has occurred

7.2 Check the generator to identify whether the nature of the fault is electrical, mechanical, electronic or external to the generator

7.3 Determine whether the fault can be rectified safely 7.4 Identify appropriate action to deal with the fault

making an assessment of safe working practices 7.5 Obtain clear and detailed information about faults

relating to the systems and equipment informing the relevant person as promptly as possible

7.6 Rectify first line faults using appropriate tools, equipment and materials following correct procedures

7.7 Carry out routine servicing and maintenance of the generator using the correct parts, tools and methods of fitting

8.1 Follow shut down procedures safely 8.2 Check the requirements for de-rigging

8.3 Carry out payload and other vehicle management checks

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Level: 4

Unit Reference Number: L/503/2386 Credit value: 6 GLH: 15

Unit Aim:This unit is about overseeing the health and safety of lighting crew during a production. It is about

conforming with current legislation for production administration, organisation, planning and ongoing risk assessments in order to maintain a safe and healthy working environment.

The candidate will:

1. Be able to plan a safe working environment for the lighting crew

2. Be able to monitor and review the work of a lighting crew to maintain a safe working environment

The candidate can:

1.1 Check that own health, safety and welfare responsibilities are consistent with: contract, legislation, organisational policy, production specific requirements, agreed location procedures

1.2 Communicate own health, safety and welfare responsibilities to all relevant personnel 1.3 Conduct required risk assessments

1.4 Inform all relevant personnel about the outcomes of the risk assessment(s)

1.5 Check that a safe system of work is in place for the lighting crew that: meets relevant health and safety legislation, meets relevant organisational requirements, complies with all risk assessments 1.6 Check that personal protective equipment, safety

equipment and resources: comply with health and safety legislation, are available in sufficient quantities, are located in a place identified to the team and are immediately accessible to anyone who may need them

1.7 Check that statutory notices appropriate to hazards and risks are displayed clearly and to best effect 1.8 Check that powered access equipment is installed in

accordance with relevant regulations and operated by qualified personnel

2.1 Monitor the work of the team to check they are carrying out tasks correctly and using equipment safely

2.2 Carry out a review in line with production changes, updating the risk assessment as required

2.3 Maintain relevant records which justify amendments to risk assessments

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Unit 15

Conduct a technical recce from an electrical viewpoint

Level: 3

Unit Reference Number: A/503/2383 Credit value: 10 GLH: 30

Unit Aim:This unit is about conducting a recce from an electrical viewpoint. This means considering aspects of the location that will impact on the electrical work, by looking at the advantages and disadvantages of the site, and what to do once a studio or location has been selected.

The candidate will:

1. Be able to prepare to conduct a technical recce from an electrical viewpoint

2. Be able to establish the suitability of proposed locations for electrical requirements of production

3. Be able to comply with relevant health and safety legislation

The candidate can:

1.1 Identify the production schedule, location(s), technical and budget requirements and their implications for the recce

1.2 Liaise with the relevant members of the production team prior to visiting a proposed location

2.1 Review the suitability of the proposed location(s) in meeting the technical requirements of the production 2.2 Produce detailed notes of requirements on the

proposed location(s) for later discussion with production

2.3 Check that site notes and records are of sufficient detail to allow accurate interpretation for technical requirements

2.4 Analyse the cost implications of using the recommended location(s) from an electrical perspective

2.5 Review the characteristics, position and proposed sequence of the locations in terms of rigging and transporting electrical equipment and labour

2.6 Obtain any specialist advice and permissions required from production

3.1 Complete a risk assessment to identify hazards associated with the proposed location(s) and the possible risks with electrical equipment to cast, crew and general public

3.2 Liaise with any outside contractors/specialist services involved with the electrical requirements to conduct risk assessments to comply with current health and safety legislation

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Level: 4

Unit Reference Number:J/503/2385 Credit value: 11 GLH: 35

Unit Aim:This unit is about recruiting electrical crew and allocating work, setting out plans and agreeing methods of working. It includes establishing procedures for communication with the crew and liaising with production.

The candidate will:

1. Be able to establish the nature and scope of production requirements

2. Be able to recruit relevant personnel to meet production requirements

3. Be able to establish effective communication procedures

4. Be able to liaise with relevant personnel to meet production requirements

The candidate can:

1.1 Clarify and agree with production:the scope of own and others’ responsibilities, the deadlines and requirements to be met, the size and the structure of the team to be managed

2.1 Identify the roles required for production requirements

2.2 Identify, prior to the start of production, those who are qualified and available to meet production requirements

2.3 Agree the job roles and details for contracts to be drawn up between production and lighting crew

3.1 Inform team members how the production is progressing

3.2 Establish procedures to provide constructive feedback on individual performance

3.3 Establish procedures for personnel to report on own welfare and how the production is progressing 3.4 Establish procedures for the team to report on team

welfare and how the production is progressing 3.5 Establish procedures for liaison with production 3.6 Establish procedures for liaison with external

contractors

4.1 Brief all team members fully on the key details of production requirements and schedules using a format that is appropriate to the recipients and the location

4.2 Confirm that all team members understand the production requirements and schedules

4.3 Allocate duties to team members in accordance with their skill set

4.4 Inform team members about their job responsibilities in a way which promotes good working relationships 4.5 Confirm that team members understand and adhere

to all risk assessments relevant to the production 4.6 Inform production of issues related to effective cost

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Unit 17

Manage the working relationship between the Gaffer and

the Director of Photography

Level: 4

Unit Reference Number: F/503/2384 Credit value: 7 GLH: 50

Unit Aim:This unit is about the working relationship between the Gaffer and the Director of Photography. It is about understanding the Director of Photography’s vision and maintaining a good working relationship. It also involves providing cover to meet electrical and lighting requirements.

The candidate will:

1. Understand the nature of the working relationship between the Gaffer and Director of Photography

2. Be able to establish lighting and electrical requirements for the production

3. Be able to respond to problems relating to the achievement of the lighting and electrical requirements for the production

4. Be able to provide cover to meet lighting and electrical requirements for a production

The candidate can:

1.1 Identify the key characteristics of an effective working relationship between the Gaffer and the Director of Photography

1.2 Establish an effective working relationship between the Gaffer and the Director of Photography before and during shooting

2.1 Identify the scope and creative requirements for the production in accordance with the Director of Photography’s vision

2.2 Agree lighting and electrical requirements with the Director of Photography and at production meetings

3.1 Monitor lighting and electrical requirements of the production, identifying any problems arising

3.2 Propose technically feasible and safe solutions to any problems, interpreting the Director of Photography’s vision

3.3 Confirm that own suggested solutions are: in accordance with production requirements, achievable within budget and available resources, achievable within the timeframe

3.4 Liaise with relevant members of the production team for constructive suggestions to resolve any problems 3.5 Record any changes to lighting and electrical

requirements and diagrams for reference 3.6 Maintain the work flow in accordance with the

production schedule

4.1 Arrange appropriate cover to be available in own absence, maintaining the key characteristics of the working relationship between the Gaffer and Director of Photography

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production

Level: 4

Unit Reference Number: D/503/2389 Credit value: 7 GLH: 30

Unit Aim:This unit is about planning and scheduling the lighting equipment needed for the production, selecting and ordering the electrical equipment from contractors. It is also about confirming when the electrical equipment can be and is returned.

The candidate will:

1. Be able to plan the lighting requirements for productions

2. Be able to meet the lighting requirements during production

3. Be able to manage the return of equipment as required

The candidate can:

1.1 Identify the scope, scale and requirements of a production and aspects falling within own responsibility, as required by the Director of Photography (or equivalent)

1.2 Determine the quantities and types of electrical equipment required, checking that they are appropriate to the production, its budget and the planned location(s)

1.3 Determine the size of the crew necessary to undertake production requirements and comply with the production schedule

1.4 Devise a schedule of work including the deadlines for key activities and when electrical equipment needs to be at the location(s)

1.5 Inform all relevant parties of details of the schedule of work

2.1 Order the required electrical equipment in good time to enable their arrival on location in accordance with the schedule

2.2 Check that electrical equipment arriving on site is: fit for purpose and complies with current safety standards, in accordance with the schedule, in the quantities to meet production requirements

2.3 Resolve any identified problems promptly, recording them fully and communicating the details to all relevant parties

2.4 Inform crew of any new changes to the schedule to enable them to check that electrical equipment is adequate for such changes

3.1 Check that the return of electrical equipment has taken place as required

3.2 Notify the production team of any damaged or missing equipment

3.3 Reconcile the order and return of all electrical equipment

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4.1 Introduction to assessment

This section sets out the recommendations and specifications for the assessment and quality control systems required for the assessment of the Level 3 Diplomas in Professional Competence for Lighting Technicians in Film and TV and Level 4 Diploma in Professional Competence for Gaffers in Film & TV. This Assessment Strategy does not describe the system in detail but provides overarching principles. This should be read in conjunction with Skillset’s ‘Principles of Assessment for use with the creative industries vocational qualifications.’

4.2 Assessment principles

A number of well-established assessment principles are applied to all accredited qualifications through the regulatory criteria for the accreditation of all external qualifications (for example, repeatability, reliability, validity, sufficiency, authenticity, transparency, utility, manageability and so on).

The following principles apply to the assessment of occupational qualifications.

• The focus of assessment should be on naturally occurring evidence, with emphasis on tangible outcomes where these are available.

• The use of work place assessment is the preferred method.

• Simulations will usually deal with contingencies such as unexpected problems, emergencies, or other incidents which will not necessarily occur frequently and through RPL (see UAL Awarding Body Guidelines for the Recognition of Prior Learning)

• Verification should focus on process, underpinning knowledge and understanding rather than a reinvestigation of individual candidate evidence. • Where candidates have particular assessment needs

(for example, physical disability or limitations due to circumstances) the evidence requirements may be varied providing that any alternative evidence demonstrates appropriate standards of competence as identified in the unit or specific part of a unit.

Prior learning can be recognised and evidence from past achievements may be included within the assessment methods.

Evidence must relate to the individual learners current circumstances. Current competence in relation to learning outcomes must also be demonstrated. The Assessor must ensure that the most reliable and effective evidence is used relating to claims of prior learning.

Further details can be found in UAL Awarding Body’s “Guidelines for the Recognition of Prior Learning”.

4.3 Recognition of prior learning

(RPL)

Assessment evidence should include observation, and examples of work products e.g. production equipment lists, production meeting notes, recce notes and risk assessment records. Witness testimony, records of professional discussions and questioning can also be used.

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4.4 Assessment & Verification System

The monitoring and standardisation of assessment decisions will be achieved by a robust and strengthened assessment and external verification system.

External Verification

All new assessment Centres will be visited by an external verifier during their first year of delivering the Diplomas in addition to the Centre and Qualification approval visit. The purpose of these visits will be to approve all assessment and internal verification systems and to provide any necessary support and guidance to ensure that the criteria laid down in this assessment strategy is being met.

For existing Centres or those extending their provision to include the Diplomas, external verifiers will visit approved Centres at least once per year. If it is evident that a Centre is experiencing difficulties, UAL Awarding Body will provide additional support, through more frequent external verifier visits or by other appropriate means, such as training and development by specialist staff.

UAL Awarding Body will follow a sampling regime that ensures that each centre receives a consistent, and sufficient pattern of External Verification interventions. The external verifier (not the Centre) should determine the assessments, candidates and assessors to be sampled. Sampling should take place during the development of a candidate’s portfolio, and not only at the point of signing off.

UAL Awarding Body will apply a risk rating system that ensures each Centre’s strengths and weaknesses are identified and prompt and appropriate action taken to address any weaknesses which pose risk to the quality of the system.

Internal verification plans (as developed by the internal verifier) will be checked to ensure that internal sampling activity demonstrates the criteria defined in the next section: Internal Verification

Internal Verification

A sample of candidate portfolios should be internally verified to ensure that internal assessment decisions are correct and reflect the national standard.

The sample should be agreed between the Centre and the Internal Verifier, and must be of sufficient size to allow consistent and reliable decisions to be made about the entire conhort.

The sample size should reflect the level of risk associated with a given cohort, and should be increased if the level of risk is considered to be high.

Both formative and summative sampling should be employed in the internal verification of a qualification. The level of formative sampling can be reduced where the level of risk of end-point issues is low.

Standardisation

Assessment and verification must be consistent and carried out to unit specifications mapped to Skillset NOS. Activity to ensure inter-assessor consistency is likely to involve some or all of the following:

• regular contact between external verifiers and professional practitioners to enable them to maintain an accurate and current level of understanding of the standards and best practice in assessment;

• recording and guidance materials which are accepted as clear, jargon-free and concise and which support planning and conduct of assessments, interpretation of evidence and the elicitation of candidate

knowledge and understanding to a comparable breadth and depth across assessors; and

• the production of evidence lists indicating types of activities and outcomes in each occupational area which could be called upon to provide evidence.

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Centres are required to advise the External Verifier in advance of their intention to use simulations and the design of the simulation should be approved by the External Verifier prior to use.

Units must be assessed in a work environment and in accordance with the ‘Additional Requirements for Qualifications using the title NVQ in QCF’.

Assessors must use a combination of the following assessment methods:

• observation of normal work activities within the workplace that clearly confirms the required skills • questioning the learner on knowledge criteria that

clearly confirms the required understanding • review other forms of evidence that can clearly

confirm industry required skills, knowledge and understanding.

Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated. In addition a Centre’s overall strategy for simulation must be examined and approved by the External Verifier. should be declared and noted by the assessor. Workplace performance evidence should always form

the greatest proportion of each candidate’s evidence, attesting to the fact that for an occupational qualification the candidate has demonstrated competence across the full range of performance requirements and that they are able to apply relevant knowledge and skills.

Evidence from simulations should only be employed under the following circumstances:

• where for the candidate to be assessed performing this task in a real working environment could be deemed to pose risks to themselves or others . • where the situation or task to be assessed arises so

infrequently that it would be impractical to wait for an opportunity to assess it solely when it occurred for real.

The aim of simulation is to:

“provide an environment which replicates the key characteristics of the workplace in which the skill to be assessed is normally employed”.

Demands on the candidate during simulation should be neither more or less than they would be in a real work environment/situation.

In particular:

• all simulations must be planned, developed and documented by the Centre in a way that ensures the simulation correctly reflects what the standard seeks to assess

• all simulations should follow these documented plans

• the candidate is provided with information, advice and guidance as to the outcomes to be achieved, at a level of detail that would be typical of current workplace contexts

• the physical environment for the simulation must be as realistic as possible and draw on real resources that would be used in the industry

• where simulations are used they must be based in a realistic work environment and must be based on current working practice

• simulations can only be used to supplement real work activities and should not be the only source of evidence used to indicate competence

• the use of simulation will be monitored by the external verifier to ensure that where simulations are used, they are based in a realistic work environment

4.5 Workplace performance

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UAL Awarding Body will ensure all those acting as assessors, internal verifiers and external verifiers have strong interpersonal and communication skills in addition to their assessment and technical expertise and will be required to undertake appropriate continuing professional development in order to maintain their occupational competence.

Assessors, internal and external verifier’s experience and competence is likely to be evident by:

• possession of the appropriate qualifications in assessment and verification practice;

• curriculum vitae and references;

• possession of a relevant professional or occupational qualification;

• membership of a relevant professional body; and • continuing professional development

Assessors

UAL Awarding Body will require all assessors to: • hold an appropriate assessment qualification • have verifiable and relevant current or recent

past industry experience and competence of the occupational working area at or above the level being assessed

• prove their quality of occupational experience sufficient to ensure the credibility of their assessment judgements

• be familiar with the unit specifications and be able to interpret and make judgments on current working practices and technologies within the area of work • receive an appropriate induction to the units or

qualifications they are assessing

Information on the Centres induction and continuing professional development of assessors should be made available to the external verifier.

Approved Centres will provide UAL Awarding Body and the external verifier (as appropriate) with current evidence of how each assessor meets this requirement; for example, relevant qualifications, recent performance appraisal records, testimonials or references.

4.6 Occupational Expertise

of Assessors, Verifiers and

Expert Witnesses

The use of witness testimony has a crucial role in the collection of evidence. Witnesses must be fully briefed and clear about the purpose and use of the testimony. Any relationship between the witness and candidate should be declared and noted by the assessor. Witnesses must be able to demonstrate that they have the necessary expertise in the area for which they are providing testimony. This information should be noted by the assessor.

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Internal Verifiers

UAL Awarding Body will ensure that internal verifiers: • hold an appropriate qualification in verification, where

the SSC specifies this in their assessment startegy • have verifiable and relevant current or recent past

industry experience and competence in an area related to the occupational working area at or above the level which they verify

• can evidence the quality of occupational experience sufficient to ensure the credibility of their

assessment judgments

• have sufficient knowledge of the work activities and assessment process to be able to offer credible advice on the interpretation of the standards, moderate assessment and resolve any differences and conflicts

• are fully conversant with the unit specifications; and can to assist assessors with interpretation and the making of assessment judgments

• are able to make judgments about the assessment process being applied by assessors

• provide support to the Centre in the co-ordination of the work of assessors and in the general management of the assessment process • receive an appropriate induction to the units or

qualifications that they are verifying

Information on the induction and continuing professional development of internal verifiers must be made available to the external verifier.

External Verifiers

UAL Awarding Body will ensure that external verifiers: • hold an appropriate qualification in verification • have substantial verifiable and relevant current or

recent past industry experience within the film industry

• can prove the quality of occupational experience sufficient to ensure the credibility of their assessment judgments

• understand the unit and qualification specifications, and their correct interpretation and application, have an in depth knowledge of the area covered by the qualification.

• take part in continuing professional development activities offered by the UAL Awarding Body, or other relevant providers in the sector to keep up-to-date with developments relating to the award and changes taking place in the industry

• provide the grade confirmation form for signatures • forward the completed external verifiers report and

grade confirmation form to UAL Awarding Body. Centres may provide a response to the external verification report to UAL Awarding Body.

Upon receipt of the External Assessment Record and Grade Confirmation Form, certification and awarding will be undertaken by UAL Awarding Body.

Expert witnesses or work-based recorders

UAL Awarding Body will ensure expert witnesses or work-based recorders:

• are independent of the outcome of the assessment; • have a working knowledge of the units on which

their testimony is based; and

• have enough experience and occupational competence to make a valid judgement about competence in the area they will be attesting to The role of an expert witness or work-based recorder is to attest to evidence of candidate’s knowledge, understanding, skills and performance by, for example providing:

• a statement describing how the candidate performed; or

• a record of discussions with the candidate about their knowledge and understanding

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Nick Juba Director Telephone 020 7514 9856 [email protected] Helen Roberts Operations Manager Telephone 020 7514 9853 [email protected] Ross Anderson Quality Manager Telephone 020 7514 9854 [email protected] www.arts.ac.uk/awarding Version 1.0 December 2011

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