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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Analyse the purpose and basic intent of the BCA
   • Objectives of the BCA and the purpose of the respective components are evaluated and documented
   • "Deemed to satisfy" concept for construction to meet BCA requirements is evaluated and documented
2. Locate and interpret code/ standard requirements that are applicable to particular projects
   • Clauses from the BCA that apply to particular projects are identified and documented
   • Prescriptive requirements of relevant BCA clauses are determined
   • Requirements of Australian Standards referenced in the BCA are identified and documented
   • Special requirements that may be applicable to specific areas are identified and documented
3. Classify buildings
   • Nature of a building having regard to use and arrangement is determined
   • BCA criteria are applied to determine the defined classification
   • BCA requirements are interpreted for multiple classifications
4. Apply solutions to construction problems for compliance with the BCA
   • Criteria to ensure construction methods comply with the intent of the BCA are determined
   • Alternative approaches to construction problems that comply with the requirements of the BCA are reported
   • Assessment methods used to determine whether a building solution complies with performance requirements or Deemed-to-Satisfy (DTS) provision of the BCA are analysed and applied
   • Assessment methods are confirmed and identified as appropriate to meet the DTS provisions of BCA

Required Skills

Not applicable

Evidence Required

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competency for this unit This is an integral part of the assessment of competency and should be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria and Range Statement

What critical aspects of evidence are required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Compliance with occupational health and safety regulations applicable to workplace operations

Application of organisational management policies and procedures including quality assurance requirements where appropriate

Classification of construction in residential buildings through the evaluation and interpretation of compliance with the BCA the associated reporting of data findings recommendations and strategies for at least one residential building project or equivalent in compliance with relevant legislation

Provision of reports to appropriate bodyindividual as determined by the project brief

Application of strategic plans workplace policies and procedures

Are there any other units which should be assessed with this unit or which relate directly to this unit

There are no specified relationships

Holistic assessment should be applied where appropriate to form a complete work function

What specific knowledge is required to achieve the performance criteria

Processes for the interpretation of reports working drawings and specifications

Nature of materials and effect on performance

Authorities and powers of a building surveyor

Relevant national StateTerritory legislation and local government policy and procedures

Design construction and structural principles of buildings

Building Code of Australia and primary referenced Australian Standards

Criteria for class and buildings

Deemed To Satisfy DTS provisions

Behaviour of structural members undergoing stress strain compression bending or combined actions

Terminology definitions and hazard identification

Codes of conduct and ethics

Research methods

Processes for the administration and preparation of documentation

What specific underpinning skills are required to achieve the performance criteria

These include a number of processes that are learned throughout work and life which are required in most jobs Some of these are covered by the national key competencies although others may be added The questions below highlight how these processes are applied in this competency unit The number in brackets indicates the level to which the key competency needs to be demonstrated where working within set conditions and processes management or facilitation of conditions or processes are exercised and design andor development of conditions or process are required

How will the candidate apply the following key competency in this unit

The candidate will need to

Collect analyse and organise information

Research analyse organise and understand the process for assessing compliance on residential buildings plus subsequent reporting procedures Level

Communicate ideas and information

Communicate and negotiate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and legislation translation of compliance issues in residential buildings Level

Plan and organise activities

Plan and organise activities including the planning of analytical processes the assessment of strategies related to the determination and resolution of compliance issues in residential buildings Level

Work with others and in a team

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise satisfaction and productivity Level

Solve problems

Establish analytical processes including diagnostic processes which anticipate and allow for risks cater for both direct and indirect evidence avoid or minimise reworking and avoid wastage Level

Use mathematical ideas and techniques

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements calculate analytical requirements establish realistic sample criteria quantify survey and present analytical results Level

Use technology

Use workplace technology related to information gathering and analysis diagnosis information research report writing administration and management procedures Level

In what context should assessment occur

Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria including paying particular attention to the critical aspects and the knowledge and skills elaborated in the Evidence Guide and within the scope defined by the Range Statement

Assessment must take account of the endorsed assessment guidelines in the Construction Training Package

What methods of assessment should apply

Assessment of this competency is most likely to be project related under real or simulated conditions and require portfolios or other forms of indirect evidence of process Direct evidence may include certification of compliance on the final outcome or authorisation for commencement by a competent authority

Assessment must confirm the inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance but is able to be transferred to other circumstances

Assessment should reinforce the integration of the key competencies

What are the specific resource requirements for this unit

A situation real or realistically simulated requiring application of building codes and standards to residential buildings

The learner and trainer should have access to appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace

The Evidence Guide identifies the critical aspects knowledge and skills to be demonstrated to confirm competency for this unit This is an integral part of the assessment of competency and should be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria and Range Statement

What critical aspects of evidence are required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Compliance with occupational health and safety regulations applicable to workplace operations

Application of organisational management policies and procedures including quality assurance requirements where appropriate

Classification of construction in residential buildings through the evaluation and interpretation of compliance with the BCA the associated reporting of data findings recommendations and strategies for at least one residential building project or equivalent in compliance with relevant legislation

Provision of reports to appropriate bodyindividual as determined by the project brief

Application of strategic plans workplace policies and procedures

Are there any other units which should be assessed with this unit or which relate directly to this unit

There are no specified relationships

Holistic assessment should be applied where appropriate to form a complete work function

What specific knowledge is required to achieve the performance criteria

Processes for the interpretation of reports working drawings and specifications

Nature of materials and effect on performance

Authorities and powers of a building surveyor

Relevant national StateTerritory legislation and local government policy and procedures

Design construction and structural principles of buildings

Building Code of Australia and primary referenced Australian Standards

Criteria for class and buildings

Deemed To Satisfy DTS provisions

Behaviour of structural members undergoing stress strain compression bending or combined actions

Terminology definitions and hazard identification

Codes of conduct and ethics

Research methods

Processes for the administration and preparation of documentation

What specific underpinning skills are required to achieve the performance criteria

These include a number of processes that are learned throughout work and life which are required in most jobs Some of these are covered by the national key competencies although others may be added The questions below highlight how these processes are applied in this competency unit The number in brackets indicates the level to which the key competency needs to be demonstrated where working within set conditions and processes management or facilitation of conditions or processes are exercised and design andor development of conditions or process are required

How will the candidate apply the following key competency in this unit

The candidate will need to

Collect analyse and organise information

Research analyse organise and understand the process for assessing compliance on residential buildings plus subsequent reporting procedures Level

Communicate ideas and information

Communicate and negotiate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and legislation translation of compliance issues in residential buildings Level

Plan and organise activities

Plan and organise activities including the planning of analytical processes the assessment of strategies related to the determination and resolution of compliance issues in residential buildings Level

Work with others and in a team

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise satisfaction and productivity Level

Solve problems

Establish analytical processes including diagnostic processes which anticipate and allow for risks cater for both direct and indirect evidence avoid or minimise reworking and avoid wastage Level

Use mathematical ideas and techniques

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements calculate analytical requirements establish realistic sample criteria quantify survey and present analytical results Level

Use technology

Use workplace technology related to information gathering and analysis diagnosis information research report writing administration and management procedures Level

In what context should assessment occur

Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria including paying particular attention to the critical aspects and the knowledge and skills elaborated in the Evidence Guide and within the scope defined by the Range Statement

Assessment must take account of the endorsed assessment guidelines in the Construction Training Package

What methods of assessment should apply

Assessment of this competency is most likely to be project related under real or simulated conditions and require portfolios or other forms of indirect evidence of process Direct evidence may include certification of compliance on the final outcome or authorisation for commencement by a competent authority

Assessment must confirm the inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance but is able to be transferred to other circumstances

Assessment should reinforce the integration of the key competencies

What are the specific resource requirements for this unit

A situation real or realistically simulated requiring application of building codes and standards to residential buildings

The learner and trainer should have access to appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace

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Range Statement

The Range Statement provides advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competency allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. It relates to the unit as a whole and facilitates holistic assessment. The following variables may be present for this particular unit:

Unit scope

Construction in residential buildings is to include but not be limited to compliance with relevant legislation, design specifications, maintenance specifications, relevant Australian Standards and evaluation, interpretation and adherence to legislative requirements for Building Codes of Australia class 1 and 10 buildings.

Building categories may include but not be limited to single storey and low-rise residential buildings.

Residential building projects requiring review of compliance issues are to include but not be limited to provision of site access/facilities, work schedules, project milestones and the calculation and processing of application or inspection fees.

Standard specifications may include but not be limited to industry standard specifications and may be preliminary/outline specifications, developed specifications or detailed specifications (addressing specific components such as structural or other requirements).

Building surveying procedures are to include but not be limited to mechanical, structural and electrical and may include other services.

Reporting systems in accordance with organisational, legislative and quality assurance procedures are to include desk based assessment and may include site-based assessment.

Unit context

Competency requires the demonstration of research, analysis, evaluation and reporting skills in the determination of compliance within the context of relevant legislation, the Building Code of Australia and Australian Standards.

The Range Statement provides advice to interpret the scope and context of this unit of competency allowing for differences between enterprises and workplaces. It relates to the unit as a whole and facilitates holistic assessment. The following variables may be present for this particular unit:

Unit scope

Construction in residential buildings is to include but not be limited to compliance with relevant legislation, design specifications, maintenance specifications, relevant Australian Standards and evaluation, interpretation and adherence to legislative requirements for Building Codes of Australia class 1 and 10 buildings.

Building categories may include but not be limited to single storey and low-rise residential buildings.

Residential building projects requiring review of compliance issues are to include but not be limited to provision of site access/facilities, work schedules, project milestones and the calculation and processing of application or inspection fees.

Standard specifications may include but not be limited to industry standard specifications and may be preliminary/outline specifications, developed specifications or detailed specifications (addressing specific components such as structural or other requirements).

Building surveying procedures are to include but not be limited to mechanical, structural and electrical and may include other services.

Reporting systems in accordance with organisational, legislative and quality assurance procedures are to include desk based assessment and may include site-based assessment.

Unit context

Competency requires the demonstration of research, analysis, evaluation and reporting skills in the determination of compliance within the context of relevant legislation, the Building Code of Australia and Australian Standards.

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