During pre-production it is essential that you determine the audio requirements. This will be done through consultation with the client. The client may not have a great understanding of audio so it s therefore, you job to ask all the relevant questions so that you are clear about what they want to achieve and you can make suggestions as to how it might happen. Once this initial meeting has taken place, it is good practice to confirm these details in writing and get the client to sign off that they are happy with what is being proposed. 

Each time you set up an audio system you will need to conduct audio checks. This will include both physical check of all equipment and accessories and the testing/balancing of audio levels. You should also conduct routine maintenance on equipment.

It is really important that you take care of audio equipment while packing, storing or transporting it. 

Activity

As a small group, read through the website (left) about packing and transporting audio gear. Choose three important thrings to think about when transporting audio gear and share it with the rest fo the class.

Along with general security at events, consideration must be given for the security of audioequipment. Depending on the event, you might want to consider such things as cages for equipment if you think that there is a possibilty of it being knocked and damaged and lockable cupbords or containers for equipment to be stored when it is not in use.

In many entertaiment events you will be dealing with hired equipment. It is essential that on recieving equipment you record the condition of it so that if any damage is present you can let the hirer know immediately and you will then not be held responsible for this damage later. It also is important from a WHS point of view because if it is not in optimum condition then it could pose a risk to you or other people. 

Read through pages 19-22 for further information on setting up audio equipment including powering upm pwering down and re-setting equipment.