Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan the assessment.
- Need for assessing thermal performance of planned residential building or part of building, including additions and alterations, is clarified with client.
- Effective communication strategies are employed to assist in establishing rapport with the client and in responding to client questions and concerns.
- Potential risks are identified and suitably managed.
- Computer equipment and software required for the assessment are identified and checked for serviceability.
- Documentation required for the assessment is obtained consistent with organisational practice and regulatory requirements.
- Drawings are checked for consistency and adequacy so that assessment is in line with regulatory, organisational and software requirements; and further information is sought as required.
- Limitations of data collected are identified in line with organisational procedures.
- Authority to proceed is obtained from client prior to commencing, and is reconfirmed as appropriate during the assessment.