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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Identify the physical characteristics of the building
   • Identify the purpose and use of an existing or planned building
   • Identify the occupancy types and classification rise in stories
   • Confirm that the building classification is in accordance with the Building Code of Australia (BCA).
   • Identify relevant building elements that require a fire resistance level (FRL)
2. Locate and identify on-site fire safety system and associated fire safety sub-systems
   • Identify and locate the fire safety system and associated fire safety sub-systems
   • Identify type and mode of operation of fire safety sub-systems
3. Confirm that the installed fire safety system and associated fire safety sub-systems match the documentation
   • Match installed fire safety system and associated fire safety sub-systems to documentation
   • Report identified non-compliance issues using appropriate reporting procedures, in accordance with client requirements
   • Record required on-site modifications to fire safety system and associated fire safety sub-systems on original documentation

Required Skills

Refer to Evidence Guide

Evidence Required

The evidence guide identifies the requirements to be demonstrated to confirm competence for this unit Assessment must confirm sufficient ability to use appropriate skills and knowledge to identify locate and match installed fire safety system to documentation Assessment of performance should be conducted within an agreed timeframe covering all categories within the range statement applicable to normal work requirements

Critical aspects of competency

Identify and confirm the physical characteristics of buildings that contain installed fire safety systems and associated fire safety subsystems

Identify the type and mode of operation of installed fire safety subsystems

Locate identify and match installed fire safety systems and associated fire safety subsystems with a list of appropriate fire safety system documentation

Record onsite modifications to installed fire safety systems and associated fire safety subsystems on original fire safety system documentation

Identify describe and report issues of noncompliance to clients and other stakeholders using appropriate procedures

Knowledge needed to achieve the performance criteria

Knowledge and understanding are essential to apply this unit in the workplace to transfer the skills to other contexts and to deal with unplanned events The knowledge requirements embedded in performance include those listed below

Methods of identifying and confirming the physical characteristics and classification of buildings that contain installed fire safety systems and associated fire safety subsystems

Methods of identifying relevant building elements that require an FRL

Operating principles of fire safety systems and associated fire safety subsystems

Installation requirements of fire safety systems and associated fire safety subsystems

Methods of identifying noncompliance issues related to installed fire safety systems and associated fire safety subsystems

Methods of locating installed fire safety systems and associated fire safety subsystems identified in fire safety system documentation

Methods and procedures for matching installed fire safety systems and associated fire safety subsystems to a list of appropriate fire safety system documentation

Methods of identifying and recording onsite modifications to fire safety systems and associated fire safety subsystems on original fire safety system documentation

Specific skills needed to achieve the performance criteria

To achieve the performance criteria some complementary skills are required These include the following

Effective networking

Basic computer skills

Recording and storing information

Active listening techniques

Effectively presenting information

Effective telephone techniques

Identifying and locating subsystem in situ

Organising collecting and collating information

Matching required documentation to each subsystem

Identify and documenting noncompliance issues within scope of work

Identify relevant building elements that form the FRL barrier for a range of fire compartments sizes and purposes

Language literacy and numeracy skills necessary to process written and verbal information and perform basic calculations related to the job

Other units of competency that could be assessed with this unit

This unit of competency can be assessed on its own or in conjunction with any practical unit

Gaining evidence to assess this unit

For valid and reliable assessment of this unit the competency should be demonstrated over a period of time and be observed by the assessor

The competency is to be demonstrated in a range of situations which may include customerworkplace interruptions and involvement in related activities normally experienced in the workplace

Assessment of competency may be made through practical demonstration in the work environment or in a simulated work environment

Key competency levels

There are a number of processes that are learnt throughout work and life that are required in all jobs They are fundamental processes and generally transferable to other work functions Some of these are covered by the key competencies although others may be added

Information below highlights how these processes are applied in this unit of competency

	Perform the process			Perform and administer the process		Perform administer and design the process
How can communication of ideas and information be applied						Report noncompliance issues using appropriate reporting procedures in accordance with client and other stakeholder procedures Record onsite modifications to installed fire safety systems and associated fire safety subsystems on original fire safety system documentation
How can information be collected analysed and organised						Confirm the physical characteristics of buildings in which fire safety systems and associated fire safety subsystems are installed Locate identify and match installed fire safety systems and associated fire safety subsystems to a list of appropriate fire safety system documentation Identify and document noncompliance issues Identify the type and mode of operation of installed fire safety subsystems
How are activities planned and organised						Organise onsite visual inspections to identify installed fire safety subsystems by type and mode of operation
How can teamwork be applied						Not relevant to this unit
How can the use of mathematical ideas and techniques be applied						Not relevant to this unit
How can problemsolving skills be applied						Discuss problems and solutions with clients and other stakeholders
How can the use of technology be applied						Access and follow up documentation relevant to the fire safety system plans and specifications using appropriate technology such as personal computers database systems and the Internet Create fault reports in accordance with client and other stakeholder requirements using appropriate technology such as personal computers

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Range Statement

The range statement links the required knowledge and organisational and technical requirements to the workplace context. It describes any contextual variables that may be used or encountered when applying the competency in work situations. It allows for different work practices and work and knowledge requirements as well as for differences between organisations and workplaces. The following variables are listed in alphabetical order and may be present for this particular unit.

Building classification may include:

as defined by the BCA

BCA specification C1.1

building clients.

Building elements may include:

ceilings

doors

floors

roof

walls

windows.

Fire safety sub-systems may include:

dry chemical powder systems

emergency evacuation lighting systems

emergency luminaries and exit signs

emergency warning and intercommunication systems

external wall-wetting sprinklers

fire and smoke control systems

fire brigade hydrant and water supply booster and feed connections

fire brigade intervention plans

fire detection and alarm systems

fire fighting equipment

fire hydrants and fire hose reels

fire pump set systems

fire resistant door-sets and roller shutters

fire resistant sealing service penetrations and control joints

fire resistant separating building elements

fire sprinkler deluge systems

fire sprinkler pre-action and dry pipe systems

fire sprinkler systems - domestic, residential, commercial and industrial

gaseous agent suppression systems

high and medium velocity water spray systems

high expansion foam systems

low expansion foam systems

emergency warning and intercommunication system

portable fire extinguishers

smoke and heat venting systems

water mist systems

wet chemical systems.

Occupancy types and classification rise may include:

commercial

hospitals/medical

industrial

residential

single function and multi-functional

single-level and multi-level

special purpose structure.

Type and mode of operation may include automatic systems and manual systems.

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