1. Assess the existing building to determine the required level of access.
   • The building classification is determined in accordance with the BCA.
   • The building is inspected for access, and compliance with the provisions of the BCA is determined.
   • The classification of the building and level of compliance with access requirements are documented in accordance with organisational requirements.
2. Evaluate building approval application documents for the provision of access requirements.
   • The building approval application is evaluated against relevant legislative requirements.
   • Plans, specifications and detail drawings included in the building approval application are evaluated for compliance with required level of access.
   • Non-compliance issues in the building approval application are identified, documented and reported to the client in accordance with organisational requirements.
3. Prepare the building access report and provide to client.
   • A building access report is prepared for the client in accordance with contractual arrangements and organisational requirements.
4. .2 The building access report and associated documentation are forwarded to the client in accordance with contractual arrangements.
   • A copy of the building access report and associated documentation is recorded and retained for future reference in accordance with organisational and legislative requirements.

This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Required knowledge and understanding include

commonwealth state and territory antidiscrimination legislation and regulations

disability awareness

industry codes of practice and ethics

international standards on building access

limitations of work role responsibility and professional abilities

nature of building materials and effect of performance

occupational health and safety OHS legislation and procedures

processes for interpreting reports working drawings and specifications

processes for preparing and administering documentation and reports

relevant commonwealth state and territory building legislation local government regulations and Australian standards

relevant development application and building approval processes

research methodologies and analytical processes

relevant terminology and definitions in hazard identification

Required skills and attributes include

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 in the performance criteria is detailed below. Add any 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.