This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to maintain functionality of physical special effects items for creative arts industry productions.

It applies to individuals who work under supervision to clean, repair and alter items such as models, miniatures, electronic devices, animatronics and creatures, to ensure operational continuity throughout productions. To undertake these tasks individuals need to be proficient in the use of hand and power tools.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication