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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Assess plans and specifications for size, span and spacing of structural members required in ceiling and roof framing
  2. Assess plans and specifications for permanent wind bracing requirements for nominated design gust wind speeds
  3. Assess plans and specifications for size, span and spacings of structural members for timber wall frames/s
  4. Assess plans and specifications for size, span and spacing of structural members for timber stumps, floor bearers and joists

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

Assessment of timber framed designs evaluation of plans and specifications and identification of faults The selection of structural members for roofs ceilings walls floors and stumps relating to performance and the associated reporting of data findings recommendations and rectification strategies for at least one building project of up to two storeys 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

This unit should be coassessed with BCG BCG and BCG

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 timber and effect that physiology and pests have on timber which affect its performance

Grading processes and grade markings used to categorise timber and timber products

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

Authorities and powers of a building surveyor

Relevant national StateTerritory legislation and local government policy and procedures

Structural design and construction principles of buildings including the application of timber in buildings

Processes for the application of wind force raking forces bracing and tie down systems

Manufactured timber framing systems

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 timberframed designs on buildings up to two storeys 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 timber framed design assessment and faults on buildings up to two storeys Level

Plan and organise activities

Plan and organise activities including the planning of analytical processes the evaluation of plans and specifications in the assessment of timber frame designed buildings of up to two storeys 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 assessment of timber framed designs for one and two storey 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

Assessment of timber framed designs evaluation of plans and specifications and identification of faults The selection of structural members for roofs ceilings walls floors and stumps relating to performance and the associated reporting of data findings recommendations and rectification strategies for at least one building project of up to two storeys 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

This unit should be coassessed with BCG BCG and BCG

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 timber and effect that physiology and pests have on timber which affect its performance

Grading processes and grade markings used to categorise timber and timber products

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

Authorities and powers of a building surveyor

Relevant national StateTerritory legislation and local government policy and procedures

Structural design and construction principles of buildings including the application of timber in buildings

Processes for the application of wind force raking forces bracing and tie down systems

Manufactured timber framing systems

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 timberframed designs on buildings up to two storeys 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 timber framed design assessment and faults on buildings up to two storeys Level

Plan and organise activities

Plan and organise activities including the planning of analytical processes the evaluation of plans and specifications in the assessment of timber frame designed buildings of up to two storeys 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 assessment of timber framed designs for one and two storey buildings

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


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

Assessment of timber framed designs is to include but not be limited to the evaluation and identification of structural members, used in ceiling and roof framing, timber wall framing, timber stumping, floor bearer and joist installing, and be suitable for the building design in compliance with relevant legislation, design specifications, maintenance specifications and adherence to legislative requirements for the Building Code of Australia.

Building categories may include but not be limited to all timber framed domestic scale buildings up to and including two (2) storeys.

Timber frame designed building projects requiring structural member assessment 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.

Assessment of timber-framed designs is to include the identification and recording/reporting of faults, in accordance with workplace providers, in verbal or written format.

Timber framed designs may include but not be limited to:

Roof framing:

skillion, gable, hip and valley and cathedral.

Floor framing:

loose set single storey timber structures, two storey suspended upper floor level construction.

Wall framing:

sizes, bracing locations and tie downs.

Overhang framing:

Soffits and eaves, attached carport, attached veranda, and attached patio.

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 assessment of timber framed designs, selection of structural members, the identification and rectification of faults. Competency must be demonstrated 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

Assessment of timber framed designs is to include but not be limited to the evaluation and identification of structural members, used in ceiling and roof framing, timber wall framing, timber stumping, floor bearer and joist installing, and be suitable for the building design in compliance with relevant legislation, design specifications, maintenance specifications and adherence to legislative requirements for the Building Code of Australia.

Building categories may include but not be limited to all timber framed domestic scale buildings up to and including two (2) storeys.

Timber frame designed building projects requiring structural member assessment 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.

Assessment of timber-framed designs is to include the identification and recording/reporting of faults, in accordance with workplace providers, in verbal or written format.

Timber framed designs may include but not be limited to:

Roof framing:

skillion, gable, hip and valley and cathedral.

Floor framing:

loose set single storey timber structures, two storey suspended upper floor level construction.

Wall framing:

sizes, bracing locations and tie downs.

Overhang framing:

Soffits and eaves, attached carport, attached veranda, and attached patio.

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 assessment of timber framed designs, selection of structural members, the identification and rectification of faults. Competency must be demonstrated within the context of relevant legislation, the Building Code of Australia and Australian Standards.