assemble performance equipment
Set up sound, light and video equipment on stage before performance event according to specifications.
High riggers assemble and hoist temporary suspension structures on heights to support performance equipment. Their work is based on instruction, plans and calculations. Their job can include rope access, working above colleagues, assemble constructions to lift performers and lifting heavy loads, which makes it a high risk occupation. They work indoor as well as outdoor. They cooperate with ground riggers to unload and assemble constructions on ground level.
Competences and skills
37 ESCO relationsEssential skills and competences 21 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
10 competencesassemble truss constructions
Use trusses, metal structures that derive strength from their construction involving triangular shapes, to construct stages for performances.
hang chain hoists
Install chain hoists in building constructions.
maintain rigging equipment
Check rigging equipment before fitting up, and make small repairs if necessary.
- Scope note
- This excludes regular in-depth maintenance checks done in the workshop.
promote health and safety
Promote the importance of a safe working environment. Coach and support staff to participate actively in the continuous development of a safe working environment.
store performance equipment
Dismantle sound, light and video equipment after a performance event and store in a safe place.
use communication equipment
Set up, test and operate different types of communication equipment such as transmission equipment, digital network equipment, or telecommunications equipment.
digital
use rope access techniques
Apply ropework to work in elevated position. Safely ascend and descend ropes, wearing a harness.
work safely with mobile electrical systems under supervision
Take the necessary precautions while providing temporary power distribution for performance and art facility purposes under supervision.
- Scope note
- This competence is limited to mobile, temporary installations with connectors. In some countries, workers are only alowed to perform this kind of actions under supervision of a qualified person.
write risk assessment on performing arts production
Assess risks, propose improvements and describe measures to be taken on a production level in performing arts.
Cross-sector
11 competencesevacuate people from heights
Safely evacuate people from heights using rope access techniques.
follow safety procedures when working at heights
Take necessary precautions and follow a set of measures that assess, prevent and tackle risks when working at a high distance from the ground. Prevent endangering people working under these structures and avoid falls from ladders, mobile scaffolding, fixed working bridges, single person lifts etc. since they may cause fatalities or major injuries.
organise resources for artistic production
Coordinate human, material and capital resources within artistic productions, based on the given documentation e.g. scripts.
provide first aid
Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation or first aid in order to provide help to a sick or injured person until they receive more complete medical treatment.
provide power distribution
Provide power distribution for light, stage, sound, video and recording purposes.
react to emergency situations in a live performance environment
Assess and react to an emergency (fire, threat, accident or another calamity), alerting emergency services and taking appropriate measures to safeguard or evacuate workers, participants, visitors or audience according to the established procedures.
use personal protection equipment
Make use of protection equipment according to training, instruction and manuals. Inspect the equipment and use it consistently.
use technical documentation
Understand and use technical documentation in the overall technical process.
work ergonomically
Apply ergonomy principles in the organisation of the workplace while manually handling equipment and materials.
work safely with machines
Check and safely operate machines and equipment required for your work according to manuals and instructions.
- Scope note
- Includes more generally used small electrical and mechanical tools like drills, manual sawing machines, washing machines, sewing machines, etc. that are also used in non professional environment.
work with respect for own safety
Apply the safety rules according to training and instruction and based on a solid understanding of the prevention measures and risks to your own personal health and safety.
Optional skills and competences 16 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceassemble circus rigging equipment
Assemble and fit-up circus rigging equipment based on instruction or technical rider or description.
Sector-specific
10 competencescalculate rigging plots
Calculate the right data to determine how the rigging will operate during a performance.
define rigging needs for circus acts
Define the specific safety, technical and performance needs for circus acts rigging in a technical rider or description.
design rigging plots
Draw, design and calculate rigging plots.
document safety actions
Record all actions taken to ameliorate health and safety, including evaluations, incident reports, strategic plans, risk assessments.
ensure safety of mobile electrical systems
Take the necessary precautions while providing temporary power distribution independently. Measure and power up an installation.
- Scope note
- This competence is limited to mobile, temporary installations with connectors. In some countries, working independently is related to a specific degree or certificate.
maintain chain hoists
Check, operate and repair chain hoists.
maintain circus rigging equipment
Check, maintain and adapt circus rigging equipment regularly and before each performance.
manage technical resources stock
Manage and monitor technical resources stock to ensure that production demands and deadlines can be met at all times.
perform regular checks on rigging equipment
Perform regular in-depth checks on rigging equipment at the workshop and make the necessary repairs.
- Scope note
- This excludes regular in-depth maintenance checks done in the workshop.
plot rigging movements
Plan and rehearse rigging movements to ensure safety of structures.
Cross-sector
5 competencesdevelop professional network
Reach out to and meet up with people in a professional context. Find common ground and use your contacts for mutual benefit. Keep track of the people in your personal professional network and stay up to date on their activities.
- Scope note
- This includes the development of social relationships with patients and customers.
keep personal administration
File and organise personal administration documents comprehensively.
manage personal professional development
Take responsibility for lifelong learning and continuous professional development. Engage in learning to support and update professional competence. Identify priority areas for professional development based on reflection about own practice and through contact with peers and stakeholders. Pursue a cycle of self-improvement and develop credible career plans.
research
operate forklift
Operate a forklift, a vehicle with a pronged device in front for lifting and carrying heavy loads.
operate telehandler
Transfer materials in a construction environment by using a telescopic handler.