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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Determine bathroom usage and traffic flow patterns
  2. Examine layout options
  3. Determine storage options
  4. Assess bathroom ergonomic considerations
  5. Examine requirements for bathroom appliances, fixtures and fittings
  6. Determine planning considerations for services

Range Statement

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Unit context includes:

work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including legislation, building codes, material safety management systems, hazardous and dangerous goods codes, and local safe operating procedures or equivalent

work is carried out in accordance with legislative obligations, environmental legislation, relevant health regulations, manual handling procedures and organisation insurance requirements

work requires individuals to demonstrate some discretion, judgement and problem solving in the analysis of design requirements

work includes analysis of services, regulatory requirements, storage requirements and applications to determine implications for bathroom design

Key use zones for bathrooms include:

cleaning

showering

bathing

washing

drying

ironing

toiletry

dressing

laundry

storage

Considerations include:

floor clearances

traffic clearances

space requirements for reaching, bending and crouching

additional space requirements for areas, such as:

dressing area

make up area

ironing area

Range of layout options includes:

placement of:

showers

baths

spas

shower screens

toilets

bidets

basins

vanities

washing areas

Storage requirements include:

linen

cleaning materials

make-up and personal items

jewellery

toiletries

Storage options include:

cupboards and drawers

wire shelving

baskets

mobile storage unit

railing

shelves

pantry

swing out cupboards

extension worktops

base cupboards

overhead cupboards

fold out ironing boards

Basic principles of ergonomics include:

clearance (minimum spatial tolerances for access)

reach (maximum spatial tolerances)

Liveable Housing Design Guidelines

Storage principles include:

importance of items

frequency of use

function

sequence of use

Key appliances, fixtures and fittings include:

shower, shower screen and shower head

toilet and bidet

bath and spa

washing basket

washing machine, dryer and iron

vanities, taps and sinks

cabinets

towel racks

Lighting sources include:

incandescent

fluorescent

halogen or dichroic

natural light

Performance Evidence

Access and interpret bathroom information to determine limitations and benefits of different spatial planning options used in bathroom design to meet Liveable Housing Design Guidelines

Identify and apply ergonomic considerations and regulatory considerations for bathroom designs

Determine the implications of appliances, storage options and use patterns on bathroom designs, including features, manufacturers guidelines and installation requirements

Identify the range of services needed for a bathroom and relevant regulations and construction that impact on the design process

Use mathematical ideas and techniques to correctly complete measurements, calculate area and estimate material requirements

Communicate ideas and information to enable confirmation of work requirements and specifications and the reporting of work outcomes and problems, interpret basic plans and follow safety procedures

Avoid backtracking, work flow interruptions or wastage

Work with others and in a team by recognising dependencies and using cooperative approaches to optimise work flow and productivity