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CPCSFS5001A
Define scope and hazard level of fire systems design projects

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit of competency supports the role of fire systems' designers who need to determine the nature and purpose of the client's or fire engineer's fire systems design concept. The work involves establishing the building classification and hazard level and the legislation, codes and standards that must be applied to the detailed design for fire systems.

Fire systems designs are limited to those within the deemed-to-satisfy provisions of the Building Code of Australia or detailed fire systems designs for alternative solutions designed by fire engineers.

This unit does not apply to fire systems for special hazard locations.

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to interpret briefs and specifications for fire systems design projects, and define the scope and hazard level of the project with reference to relevant legislation, codes and standards.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit and so the varying state or territory requirements should be confirmed with the relevant body.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Nil


Co-Requisites

Nil


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.




Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

This unit of competency could be assessed in the workplace or a close simulation of the workplace environment, provided that the simulated or project-based assessment fully replicates workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures.

This unit could be assessed as an activity involving the determination and establishment of the scope of a range of fire systems design projects. This would involve correctly interpreting design concepts, briefs and specifications, establishing building classifications, and identifying the relevant applicable legislation, codes and standards.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the required skills and knowledge specified within this unit.

In particular the person should demonstrate:

the ability to read and interpret a range of design documents, including concept briefs, design briefs, drawings, plans and specifications

an understanding of hazard levels and building classifications

an understanding of the extent of legislation, codes, standards, as well as regulatory and insurance requirements, that may apply to fire systems design projects of different types and in different locations, including:

low-rise buildings

medium-rise buildings

high-rise buildings (over 25 metres)

buildings over 45 metres in height

the ability to conduct research to determine which particular legislation, codes, standards, regulatory and insurance requirements apply to specific fire systems designs in different types of buildings and locations, including:

low-rise buildings

medium-rise buildings

high-rise buildings (over 25 metres)

buildings over 45 metres in height.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge may be conducted in an off-site context. It is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards' requirements.

Resource implications for assessment include:

design briefs, drawings, plans and specifications

copies of codes, standards, legislation and regulatory requirements

access to information and communications technology - hardware and software.

Method of assessment

Assessment must:

satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package

include direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions, with questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application

reinforce the integration of employability skills with workplace tasks and job roles

confirm that competency is verified and able to be transferred to other circumstances and environments.

Guidance information for assessment

Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.

Assessment processes and techniques should as far as is practical take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

operating computer software packages and systems, including:

word processing

spreadsheet

email

internet

proprietary project management software

parametric modelling of services coordination using proprietary software, such as Navis-Works or MEP-REVIT

language and literacy skills for:

listening to and communicating clearly with clients and contractors

participating in meetings, such as negotiations with fire engineering consultant, architect or builder

researching current relevant legislation, codes and standards

reading and interpreting drawings, including architectural and structural

developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with project team members, workplace colleagues and clients

initiating and running meetings with lead contractor and other service contractors

project management

organising own work, including creating personal systems and checklists for planning, managing and checking work

lateral thinking and problem solving

maintaining concentration, focus and attention to detail for long periods

managing detailed input to concurrent fire systems design projects at different stages of the process and with diverse sets of regulatory requirements

Required knowledge

fire science, including:

fire behaviour and dynamics

impact of fire on structures and materials

products of combustion

fire control strategies

fire retardants

fire detection technologies

fire suppression technologies

fire containment

human psychology, especially fire avoidance behaviour

fire engineering principles, including:

engineered solutions

innovative fire systems

fire modelling

computer software functions and operation, including:

word processing

spreadsheet

email

internet

proprietary project management software

parametric modelling software, such as Navis-Works or MEP-REVIT

relevant current legislation, codes and standards, including:

building Acts

building regulations

infrastructure supply regulations

the Building Code of Australia

Australian standards for fire systems

international standards for fire systems

other fire systems standards commonly required by building insurers

fire systems' technology and components, including:

water-based systems, including:

wet pipe sprinkler systems

deluge and drencher systems

dry pipe sprinkler systems

pre-action sprinkler systems

early suppression fast response (ESFR)

hydrants, hose reels and monitors

water supply tanks

fire pump sets

detection and warning systems, including:

emergency warning and intercommunications systems (EWIS)

fire detection and alarm systems

smoke control systems

emergency lighting systems

purpose and operation of fire systems, including:

layout

system operation

performance requirements

maintenance standards

system activation and operation

passive fire safety elements:

identification of passive elements

impact of fire systems design on passive elements

specifications required to safeguard integrity of passive fire element performance where penetrations are necessitated by the fire systems design

characteristics and limitations of products and materials used in fire systems and issues relating to material compatibility

interconnection of fire systems, including:

cause and effect matrix

interface with other services

basic principles of structural engineering

characteristics of building materials

construction industry terminology

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Fire systems design projects may include:

different types of buildings, including:

residential

commercial

industrial

mixed classification

projects in different locations, including:

local

involving more than one state or territory

international

several types of fire systems, including:

water-based systems:

wet pipe sprinkler systems

deluge and drencher systems

dry pipe sprinkler systems

pre-action sprinkler systems

early suppression fast response (ESFR)

hydrants, hose reels and monitors

water supply tanks

fire pump sets

detection and warning systems:

emergency warning and intercommunications systems (EWIS)

fire detection and alarm systems

smoke control systems

emergency lighting systems.

Building classifications may include:

classifications in the Building Code of Australia:

occupancy classes

multiple classifications

parts with more than one classification

fire hazard properties of materials and smoke growth rate

classifications specified in relevant Australian or international standards

classifications relating to standards or codes applied by building insurers.

Codes and standards may include:

the Building Code of Australia

Australian standards for fire systems

international standards for fire systems.

Regulatory requirements may include:

relevant current legislation, including:

building Acts

building regulations

infrastructure supply regulations

relevant state, territory and local legislation.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Design concepts and recommendations for fire systems design projects are gathered and interpreted within project timelines. 
Design briefs and specifications for fire systems design projects are gathered and interpreted within project timelines. 
The nature, purpose and location of proposed fire systems are determined and outlined. 
Sizes and types of buildings are determined from initial project documentation. 
Functions and occupancies of buildings are determined from initial project documentation. 
Clarification of specific building details is sought from the client or relevant contractors and consultants within project timelines. 
Building classifications and hazard levels are researched and confirmed according to relevant codes and standards. 
The regulatory requirements applicable to each location of fire systems design projects are determined and confirmed as correct. 
The codes and standards applicable to the locations and classifications of buildings included in fire systems design projects are determined and confirmed as correct. 
The insurance requirements impacting on applicable codes and standards for fire systems projects are determined and confirmed as correct. 

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