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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Determine the spread of body dimensions within a defined population.
  2. Analyse anthropometric data from a defined population and determine the statistical variations involved.
  3. Compare anthropometric data used in published architectural design documents with anthropometric data derived through measurement of a defined population.
  4. Identify the critical anthropometric features impacting on the ability of a person with a disability to work and function.

Required Skills

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

Required knowledge and understanding include

anatomical terminology

anthropometric and ergonomic principles

building terminology definitions and hazard identification

commonwealth state and territory antidiscrimination legislation and regulations

design structural and construction principles of buildings

disability awareness

human anatomy

industry codes of practice and ethics

international codes standards regulations and practices

limitations of work role responsibility and professional abilities

nature of building materials and effect of performance

normal population variance

occupational health and safety OHS legislation and procedures

processes for interpreting reports working drawings and specifications

processes for interpreting medical reports and terminology

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

research methodologies and analytical processes

role responsibilities and powers of building certifiers

statistical parameters of a normally distributed population

Required skills and attributes include

analytical skills to

analyse evaluate and apply legislative requirements pertaining to disability access

analyse and evaluate the impacts of the full range of disabilities and the limitations that each disability places on the individuals ability to access the environment

analyse and evaluate how environmental barriers impact on people with disabilities

application skills to

apply relevant antidiscrimination and building legislation

apply relevant industry codes of practice and ethics and other legislative requirements to work processes

apply disability awareness to work processes

apply current Australian and international building codes standards regulations and practices

communication skills to

explain clearly the findings of anthropometric data analysis and the relevance of the findings to ensuring appropriate access

explain clearly information on issues and legislation relating to the provision of access

consult effectively with clients and colleagues

impart knowledge and ideas through oral written and visual means

use workplace equipment and communication methods

literacy and numeracy skills to

assess and use workplace information

measure anatomical features and record data

read and interpret statistical data

organisational skills to

coordinate data collection of defined populations

prepare and manage documentation of data

collect store and retrieve data for analysis and reporting

develop and implement organisational policies and procedures

interpersonal skills to

relate to people from a range of social cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities

consult and provide advice in a sensitive and appropriate manner

facilitate change for greater awareness of disability access

analyse own work practices and process outcomes critically

engage colleagues and share disability access knowledge

adapt to new workplace situations

research and evaluation skills to

source analyse and evaluate published architectural design data

source analyse and evaluate legislative requirements for the provision of access

technical skills to

determine the normality of population variance

measure the range of human movement and reach

Evidence Required

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package

Overview of assessment

This unit of competency could be assessed on its own or as part of an integrated assessment activity involving other competencies relevant to the job function

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of

recognising the needs and desires of people with disabilities to engage fully in all aspects of society and their right to do so

interpreting accurately the impacts of the full range of disabilities and the limitations that each disability places on the individuals ability to access the environment

interpreting accurately how the full range of environmental barriers impacts on any of the impairments that people with disabilities might have

measuring anatomical features and recording anthropometric data accurately in preparation for analysis

analysing anthropometric data using appropriate statistical methodologies

conducting comparative analysis between anthropometric data derived from a defined population and published architectural design data

identifying accurately anthropometric features that impact on the ability of a person with disabilities to work and function independently

applying organisational management policies and procedures including quality assurance requirements

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Resource implications for assessment include

a registered provider of assessment services

competency standards

assessment materials and tools

suitable assessment venueequipment

workplace documentation

candidate special requirements

cost and time considerations

Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that

competency will need to be demonstrated over a period of time reflecting the scope of the role

where the assessment is part of a structured learning experience the evidence collected must relate to a number of performances assessed at different points in time and separated by further learning and practice with a decision of competence only taken at the point when the assessor has complete confidence in the persons competence

all assessment that is part of a structured learning experience must include a combination of direct indirect and supplementary evidence

where assessment is for the purpose of recognition RCCRPL the evidence provided will need to be current and show that it represents competency demonstrated over a period of time

assessment can be through simulated projectbased activity and must include evidence relating to each of the elements in this unit


Range Statement

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.

Anatomical features may include:

stature

sitting and standing eye height

sitting and standing shoulder height

sitting and standing elbow height

hip height

knuckle height

fingertip height

sitting height

thigh thickness

buttock-knee length

buttock-popliteal length

knee height

popliteal height

shoulder breadth

hip breadth

chest depth

abdominal depth

shoulder-elbow length

elbow-fingertip length

upper limb length

shoulder-grip length

head length and breadth

hand length and breadth

foot length and breadth

fingertip-fingertip span

vertical grip reach

forward grip reach

body weight.

Anthropometric data applies to:

the data derived from the measurement of anatomical features.

Organisational requirements may be outlined and reflected in:

access and equity policy, principles and practices

business and performance plans

client service policies, procedures and standards

codes of conduct and codes of practice

communication channels and reporting procedures

communication of services offered

complaint and dispute resolution procedures

compliance with legislation, codes and workplace standards

continuous improvement processes and standards

defined resource parameters

duty of care

employer and employee rights and responsibilities

ethical standards

legal policies and guidelines

OHS policies, procedures and programs

organisational mission statement, goals, objectives, plans, systems and processes

policies and procedures relating to the setting of fees and the negotiation and management of contracts

policies and procedures relating to own role, responsibilities and delegation

privacy and confidentiality policies and procedures

quality assurance and procedures manuals

records and information management systems and processes

style guides and other guides used to prepare documents.

Published architectural design data may be included in:

Australian and international standards

Building Code of Australia

professional journals and manuscripts.