1. Review Access Panel case documentation.
   • Case documentation is checked upon receipt to ensure it is full and complete.
   • Case documentation is read and interpreted for the adequacy of access provision in accordance with the relevant legislation and codes.
   • Ambiguities in the documentation are clarified with relevant persons.
2. Conduct research on relevant issues.
   • Research is conducted on matters pertaining to the case using all relevant databases.
   • Advice from other access experts is sought to complement and supplement own expertise in relation to the specific case.
   • All research findings and their sources are referenced fully using recognised methods and documented for later retrieval and use.
3. Prepare and document arguments for Access Panel consideration.
   • Arguments on issues relating to the case to be considered by other Access Panel members are developed based on own expertise and research findings.
   • Developed arguments are documented fully and all relevant supporting evidence is assembled and retained in a suitable manner for consideration by other Access Panel members.
4. Contribute actively to Access Panel deliberations.
   • The extent of own competencies in relation to the case are examined and recognised in accordance with industry codes of practice and ethics.
   • Information and advice on potential solutions to the adequacies of access provision are provided to all Access Panel members.
   • Effective interpersonal skills and communication techniques are utilised to contribute to all discussions in a participative and constructive manner.
   • Advice on access issues is provided in an agreed format.
   • Agreed decisions are documented for future personal reference.
5. Assist in the preparation of the Access Panel decision document.
   • Agreed decisions are documented in accordance with the Access Panel reporting guidelines.
   • The development and preparation of the Access Panel's reporting document for each case is assisted in accordance with Access Panel reporting guidelines.

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

Required knowledge and understanding include

Access Panel structures

anthropometric principles of accessible building design and fitout

the difference between common law judicial precedents and legislation

commonwealth state and territory antidiscrimination legislation and regulations

commonwealth state and territory Heritage Acts

design structural and construction principles of buildings

disability awareness

environmental issues impacting on material selection

ergonomic principles

functional systems of the human body

industry codes of practice and ethics

international standards on building access

jurisdiction of Access Panels

legislative requirements of presenting evidence to Access Panels

limitations of work role responsibility and professional abilities

nature of building materials and effect of performance

occupational health and safety policies and procedures

processes for interpreting reports working drawings and specifications

preparation of a current comprehensive curriculum vitae

principles and techniques associated with

group dynamics and processes

leadership

communication and negotiation

planning

decision making

procedures and protocols for Access Panels

processes for recording data administering records and preparing reports

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

research methodology and analytical processes

role of legal personnel on Access Panels

role responsibilities and powers of building certifiers

state and territory Planning and Development Acts

relevant terminology and definitions in hazard identification

types of allowable evidence raised in Access Panels

types of issues raised in Access Panels

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

review and evaluate arguments presented in Access Panel case documentation

application skills to

apply relevant antidiscrimination and building legislation

apply industry building 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

discuss issues relating to the provision of access presented in Access Panel case documentation and the relevant legislation with other Access Panel members

present arguments to other Access Panel members based on legislation and other research activities

seek alternative advice from other experts within own field

seek advice from experts in areas outside own expertise

literacy skills to

assess and use workplace information on Access Panel role and responsibilities

read and interpret plans specifications and structural drawings

read and use anatomical and medical terminology

read and use building and construction terminology

read and comprehend Access Panel case documentation

organisational skills to

confirm that all relevant Access Panel case documentation is provided

research reference store and retrieve data for use in Access Panel processes

interpersonal skills to

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

seek and obtain information in a sensitive and appropriate manner

facilitate change for greater awareness of disability access

participate in a team environment to complete tasks

analyse own work practices and process outcomes critically

engage colleagues and share disability access knowledge

adapt to new workplace situations

personal attributes relating to

impartiality

fairness

independence

objectivity

confidentiality

respect

reportwriting skills to

prepare reports and other Access Panel documentation following Access Panel style policy procedures and guidelines

research skills to

initiate investigative research relating to specific Access Panel cases

source analyse and evaluate building legislative requirements

source analyse and evaluate legislative requirements for the provision of access

technical skills to

identify problems and develop solutions

participate in decisionmaking processes

facilitate effective group processes to

provide leadership

provide innovative responses to emerging access issues

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

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.