Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify and evaluate the properties of building materials.
- Suitability of materials commonly used in the region for low rise buildings is identified for a given building system.
- Properties of materials, their quality and the compatibility and non-compatibility of different materials are identified.
- Environmental impacts of different materials are identified.
- Impact of allowable tolerances on the conversion of naturally occurring materials is identified.
- Tolerances for installing and assembling materials are identified and checked in regard to the nature of the work being performed and the requirements of relevant construction industry Australian standards.
- Ensure suitable building materials are selected for application.
- Materials that are structurally adequate and appropriate for the building system specified in the contract are selected.
- Materials are selected for their safety; required fire resistance rating; suitability to the application, durability, serviceability and cost effectiveness; and compliance with Australian standards.
- Short and long-term degradation of materials are considered in relation to the building's proposed life cycle.
- Alternative materials are evaluated and selected if specified materials are unavailable or unsuitable.
- Selection of materials for use is finalised in accordance with contractual requirements and in consultation with relevant professionals and the client.
- Supervise the acceptance, safe handling and storage of materials on site.
- Limitations and effects of transportation on materials and components are determined and action is taken in the case of potentially damaging circumstances.
- Materials are handled correctly and safely on site using appropriate equipment and safe work practices.
- Materials are stored in accordance with manufacturer specifications and in compliance with relevant Australian standards.
- Processes are implemented for inspecting all materials delivered on site for naturally occurring and/or manufactured defects before installation.
- Personnel are aware of actions to be taken in the case of defects caused by incorrect installation, application or placement.
- Timber is preserved and ferrous and non-ferrous metals used in the construction process are protected, using established methods.