Install lighting (01 00 20 04 29)

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Development notes

Status: final read /  finalised (date)

(The notes below will be removed at the end of the project)

Sectoral layer

Sectoral detail

Skills

• Read the light plot and documentation
• Collect the planned equipment
• Handle equipment with care
• Fx and secure equipment (according to standards)
• Fit up the accessories
• Pre-focus lighting instruments
• Connect carefully and efficiently
• Mount lighting instruments securely
• Check that the lighting instrument is operational
• Work safely when working on heights

Knowledge

• Understands drawings, symbols and scales
• Understands different types of equipment and the related accessories
• Understands different types of cables and connectors
• Understands different types of rigging methods and materials
• Understands safety requirements

Autonomy / Attitude

• Safety awareness
• Awareness of raised levels of risk
• Respect for the equipment

Assessment

Self assessment

1. I don't know how to set up, connect and test lighting equipment in a live performance environment.
2. I am uncertain how to set up, connect and test lighting equipment in a live performance environment.
3. I know how to set up, connect and test lighting equipment in a live performance environment.
4. I am more than able to set up, connect and test lighting equipment in a live performance environment.

Mentor assessment

1. ... doesn't know how to set up, connect and test lighting equipment in a live performance environment.
2. ... is uncertain how to set up, connect and test lighting equipment in a live performance environment.
3. ... knows how to set up, connect and test lighting equipment in a live performance environment.
4. ... is more than able to set up, connect and test lighting equipment in a live performance environment.

Acceptable assessment methods

• Observation in a Simulated Environment
• Observation on Site
• Supportive:
• Structured Portfolio

Training

Training should take place on site or in a simulated environment. Trainees should have experience with different lighting instruments and accessories (type/manufacturer) and different cable connections and configurations. Knowledge of basic health & safety competences in the area of working with mobile electrical systems for live performance and events are mandatory.

References

• Germany: Fachkraft für Veranstaltungstechnik – Event Technology Specialist - Learning Area A: Skills, Knowledge and Competences – (Item 3b) Select, connect and configure lighting instruments, lighting desks and additional devices,  Differentiate between lighting instruments (e.g. floodlights, lens spotlights, PAR, profilers, moving lights, LED washers), Attach and set up accessories (e.g. iris diaphragms, filter holders, outdoor domes), Connect devices to one another and to dimmers using load and control cables  – BiBB Bundesinstitut für Berufsbildung, AUSBILDUNG GESTALTEN - Fachkraft für Veranstaltungstechnik, Bonn 2017, ISBN: 978-3-7639-5873-3 (Print), ISBN: 978-3-96208-021-1 (PDF)
• Germany: Fachkraft für Veranstaltungstechnik – Event Technology Specialist - Learning Area A: Skills, Knowledge and Competences – (Item 5b) Light scenes, configure and set up lighting desks, carry out lighting rehearsals, Differentiate between lighting design approaches, Realize illuminance levels and colours,  (e.g. light directions, 3-point lighting) – BiBB Bundesinstitut für Berufsbildung, AUSBILDUNG GESTALTEN - Fachkraft für Veranstaltungstechnik, Bonn 2017, ISBN: 978-3-7639-5873-3 (Print), ISBN: 978-3-96208-021-1 (PDF)
• Netherlands: Qualification File Stage and Event Technology, crebonumber 79040, learning area B1-K1-W5: Levert lichtinstallatie werkend op.  SBB, Sectorchambre ICT and Creative Industry, version 2022 (to be released August 2022), Zoetermeer 2021.