Skill set Outline
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12/09/2026 1:46 PM AWST
12/09/2026 1:46 PM AWST
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Lighting Live Performance Skill Set
Lighting Live Performance Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
CUASS00082
CUASS00082
State Code
AE540
AE540
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
16/04/2021
Current Release Date
19/10/2022
Current Release Number
2.00
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
146
Duration
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 19/10/2022 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 16/04/2021 | Replaced | Replaced |
Description
This skill set addresses the skills and knowledge required to install and operate lighting for live performances.
Pathway Information
The units provide credit towards CUA20220 Certificate II Creative Industries, CUA30420 Certificate III in Live Production and Technical Services, CUA40420 Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services and other qualifications that allow for selection of these units.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Sets and staging for some performances or events may fall within the definition of construction work. If so, people entering the construction site are required to complete the general induction training program specified by the Model Code of Practice: Construction work (Safe Work Australia 2018). The unit ‘CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry’ fulfils this requirement.
Relevant work health and safety state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm additional jurisdictional requirements.
Relevant work health and safety state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm additional jurisdictional requirements.
Target Group
This skill set is for individuals who wish to acquire the skills and knowledge needed to install and operate lighting for live performances.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These units of competency from CPC08 Construction, Plumbing and Services and CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Packages meet industry requirements for training in lighting operations for live performances.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODD27 | CUAWHS312 | Apply work health and safety practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| ODD92 | CUALGT211 | Develop basic lighting skills | 25 | Unit of competency |
| ODD71 | CUALGT314 | Install and operate follow spots | 20 | Unit of competency |
| ODI19 | CUALGT313 | Install and test lighting equipment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| ODI20 | CUALGT311 | Operate basic lighting | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AXI38 | CPCCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry | 6 | Unit of competency |
| ODF26 | CUALGT312 | Repair and maintain lighting equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC790 | CUASS00026 | Lighting Live Performance Skill Set | Skill set |