Assessor Resource

CPPBDN4011
Prepare documentation for building approval

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to gather and prepare documentation that complies with building approval requirements, including detailed working drawings of designs for all types of residential, commercial and industrial buildings as defined by the Building Code of Australia (BCA). The documentation is required as part of the building approval process which, if successful, results in the issuing of a building permit.

The unit supports drafters who assist and work under the supervision and instruction of an architect or building designer to gather and produce a range of documentation as part of the building approval process.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to building design drafting in some states. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.

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


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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1.

Plan documentation production.

1.1.

Documentation required for building approval applications for building design projects is confirmed with design project manager and other relevant personnel.

1.2.

Compliance requirements to be addressed in working drawings are confirmed with relevant personnel.

1.3.

Timelines and methodologies for producing working drawings are confirmed and followed.

1.4.

Drawings and documentation required from construction contractors, engineers and consultants, are confirmed and obtained.

2.

Prepare and gather documentation.

2.1.

Project design drawings and documentation are reviewed in consultation with design project manager and information relevant to different types of working drawings is identified.

2.2.

Construction details requiring clarification are resolved through research and consultation.

2.3.

Draft working drawings are prepared and notations added according to project and workplace requirements.

2.4.

Working drawings are checked and finalised, in consultation with design project manager.

2.5.

Required documentation is completed or obtained, and checked and confirmed as correct or referred for amendment in consultation with design project manager.

3.

Submit and support building approval application.

3.1.

Documentation for building approval application is prepared, checked for compliance with requirements, and submitted to design project manager.

3.2.

Progress of application through building approval process is monitored and requests for clarification or changes are addressed in consultation with design project manager.

3.3.

Building approval is obtained and filed with final design project documentation according to workplace procedures.

3.4.

Client is notified of building approval and copies of relevant documentation are provided in consultation with design project manager, as required.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1.

Plan documentation production.

1.1.

Documentation required for building approval applications for building design projects is confirmed with design project manager and other relevant personnel.

1.2.

Compliance requirements to be addressed in working drawings are confirmed with relevant personnel.

1.3.

Timelines and methodologies for producing working drawings are confirmed and followed.

1.4.

Drawings and documentation required from construction contractors, engineers and consultants, are confirmed and obtained.

2.

Prepare and gather documentation.

2.1.

Project design drawings and documentation are reviewed in consultation with design project manager and information relevant to different types of working drawings is identified.

2.2.

Construction details requiring clarification are resolved through research and consultation.

2.3.

Draft working drawings are prepared and notations added according to project and workplace requirements.

2.4.

Working drawings are checked and finalised, in consultation with design project manager.

2.5.

Required documentation is completed or obtained, and checked and confirmed as correct or referred for amendment in consultation with design project manager.

3.

Submit and support building approval application.

3.1.

Documentation for building approval application is prepared, checked for compliance with requirements, and submitted to design project manager.

3.2.

Progress of application through building approval process is monitored and requests for clarification or changes are addressed in consultation with design project manager.

3.3.

Building approval is obtained and filed with final design project documentation according to workplace procedures.

3.4.

Client is notified of building approval and copies of relevant documentation are provided in consultation with design project manager, as required.

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Documentation must include:

contract administration documentation

items specified in relevant authorities’ requirements for building approval, including:

localised pest management details

relevant authority forms

requests for exemptions

risk assessments

specifications for materials, fixtures and fittings

technical reports, such as:

access

conservation

energy rating

fire safety

soil analysis

two- and three-dimensional working drawings

sub-floor ventilation details

waterproofing details.

Compliance requirements must include:

current Australian standards applicable to the building design

federal, state or territory, and local authority legislation and regulations applicable to the building design

National Construction Code.

Working drawings must include:

detail drawings

elevations

location of neighbouring buildings

plans

sections

site plans.

Checking of working drawings must include:

accuracy

completeness

compliance with relevant requirements, including building approval requirements

consistency of presentation

cross-referencing

titles and reference numbers

version control.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Documentation required for building approval applications for building design projects is confirmed with design project manager and other relevant personnel. 
Compliance requirements to be addressed in working drawings are confirmed with relevant personnel. 
Timelines and methodologies for producing working drawings are confirmed and followed. 
Drawings and documentation required from construction contractors, engineers and consultants, are confirmed and obtained. 
Project design drawings and documentation are reviewed in consultation with design project manager and information relevant to different types of working drawings is identified. 
Construction details requiring clarification are resolved through research and consultation. 
Draft working drawings are prepared and notations added according to project and workplace requirements. 
Working drawings are checked and finalised, in consultation with design project manager. 
Required documentation is completed or obtained, and checked and confirmed as correct or referred for amendment in consultation with design project manager. 
Documentation for building approval application is prepared, checked for compliance with requirements, and submitted to design project manager. 
Progress of application through building approval process is monitored and requests for clarification or changes are addressed in consultation with design project manager. 
Building approval is obtained and filed with final design project documentation according to workplace procedures. 
Client is notified of building approval and copies of relevant documentation are provided in consultation with design project manager, as required. 

Forms

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