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CPCCSV6005A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Evaluate services layout and connection methods for residential and commercial buildings up to three storeys

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CPCCSV6005A - Evaluate services layout and connection methods for residential and commercial buildings up to three storeys
Description This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to evaluate the layout of services and connection methods for residential and commercial buildings up to three storeys and not exceeding a maximum floor area of 2000 square metres.It includes the evaluation of cold and hot water supply, sewerage layout, electric and electronic installation requirements, smoke and fire preventative systems. It requires compliance with relevant legislation, Australian standards and the Building Code of Australia (BCA).
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency supports the attainment of the understanding and skills to evaluate services layout and connection methods for residential and commercial buildings up to three storeys.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Nil Nil
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Evaluate layouts of water supply for general and fire fighting use.
  • Water supply, connection and layout are identified, evaluated and recorded for residential and commercial building projects requiring evaluation of services layout connected to a town supply or a tank storage supply in accordance with BCA, relevant legislation and Australian standards and the application of evaluative and corrective methods for services' layout.
  • Installation of water services supplying fire hydrants, fire hose reels and fire sprinkler systems is identified, evaluated and recorded in accordance with BCA, relevant legislation and Australian standards and adherence to legislative requirements.
  • Interconnection of water tanks for fire services is emulated in the intent of non-return to original tanks and the results are evaluated.
       
Element: Evaluate sewerage and drainage disposal methods and their layouts.
  • Sewerage connection and layout are identified, evaluated and recorded in accordance with the BCA, relevant legislation and Australian standards.
  • Connection methods of main drains to local authority sewers for open ground, and within buildings taking up the whole site, are identified, evaluated and recorded.
  • Disposal of sewerage from fixtures situated below the level of the local authority sewer for both domestic and commercial buildings are evaluated in accordance with BCA, relevant legislation and Australian standards.
  • Methods for disposing of stormwater drainage systems are evaluated and documented in accordance with the BCA, relevant legislation and Australian standards.
  • Design and installation of stormwater drainage systems are evaluated and documented in accordance with BCA, relevant legislation and Australian standards.
       
Element: Evaluate commonly used methods for smoke hazard management, mechanical ventilation and air-conditioning, methods of air filtration and system layout.
  • Terms used in mechanical ventilation are clearly recorded stating how ventilation, volume, velocity and content may be controlled.
  • Methods of mechanical ventilation, air distribution and smoke hazard management are identified, evaluated and recorded in accordance with BCA, relevant legislation and Australian standards.
  • Air conditioning and mechanical ventilation and basic elements of air conditioning are identified, evaluated and documented, including the function of air conditioning and applications for various types of occupancy in buildings.
       
Element: Evaluate hot water systems and factors affecting selection.
  • Hot water systems are identified and evaluated according to design factors, types of system, height of installation, area to be serviced, number of outlets and available energy sources.
  • Operating principles of various types of hot water systems are evaluated and documented.
       
Element: Identify natural lighting for varying situations and evaluate suitable lighting fixtures for a range of operations.
  • Natural lighting and general aims of design are identified in accordance with authorities and governing regulation requirements.
  • Artificial lighting and types of light sources are compared to recommended service luminance for various service situations in accordance with BCA, relevant legislation and Australian standards.
       
Element: Evaluate fire fighting and fire detection services.
  • Authorities involved in plan perusal and site inspection for the various building classifications and their roles and functions are identified.
  • Requirements for sprinkler systems, fire hydrants and fire hoses for the various building classifications are identified and evaluated in accordance with BCA, relevant legislation and Australian standards.
  • Fire detection and alarm systems are identified and evaluated in accordance with BCA, relevant legislation and Australian standards.
       
Element: Determine the requirements for general electrical and electronic service installation.
  • Electrical supply authorities and the relevant legislation are identified and recorded.
  • Procedures for electrical supply and connection to site are documented.
  • Electrical design and provision for services and electronic cabling are identified, evaluated and recorded.
  • Design and installation of emergency warning systems, emergency lighting and exit signage systems are evaluated and recorded in accordance with the BCA and relevant Australian standards.
       
Element: Evaluate methods for vertical transportation and layout.
  • Methods of vertical transportation are identified, evaluated, recorded and sketched in accordance with BCA, relevant legislation and Australian standards.
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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

Overview of assessment

This unit of competency could be assessed in the workplace or a close simulation of the workplace environment, provided that simulated or project-based assessment techniques fully replicate construction workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures.

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 the ability to:

comply with OHS regulations applicable to workplace operations

apply organisational management policies and procedures, including quality assurance requirements where applicable

evaluate the services layout, connection methods and rectification actions for at least one residential and one commercial building project or equivalent, which includes advice on hot and cold water supply, sewerage layout, electrical and electronic installation lighting systems, vertical transportation requirements, and smoke and fire detection and prevention systems

provide reports to appropriate body/individual as determined by the project brief.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This competency is to be assessed using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.

Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge will usually be conducted in an off-site context.

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards' requirements.

Resource implications for assessment include:

an induction procedure and requirement

realistic tasks or simulated tasks covering the mandatory task requirements

relevant specifications and work instructions

tools and equipment appropriate to applying safe work practices

support materials appropriate to activity

workplace instructions relating to safe work practices and addressing hazards and emergencies

material safety data sheets

research resources, including industry related systems information.

Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.

Method of assessment

Assessment methods must:

satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package

include direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions, with questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application

reinforce the integration of employability skills with workplace tasks and job roles

confirm that competency is verified and able to be transferred to other circumstances and environments.

Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that:

competency will need to be demonstrated over a period of time reflecting the scope of the role and the practical requirements of the workplace

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 on competency only taken at the point when the assessor has complete confidence in the person's demonstrated ability and applied knowledge

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

Assessment processes and techniques should as far as is practical take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed.

Supplementary evidence of competency may be obtained from relevant authenticated documentation from third parties, such as existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills

Required skills for this unit are:

ability to recognise procedures, follow instructions, respond to change and contribute to workplace responsibilities, such as current work site environmental and sustainability frameworks or management systems

communication skills to:

enable clear and direct communication, using questioning to identify and confirm requirements, share information, listen and understand

evaluate own actions to make judgements about performance and necessary improvements

read and interpret:

Australian standards

BCA

legislation

specifications

working drawings

use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences

use and interpret non-verbal communication

written skills to report evaluations and record requirements

numeracy skills to calculate workplace requirements

teamwork skills to work effectively with others.

Required knowledge

Required knowledge for this unit is:

design concepts and principles in relation to service installations

general services installation terminology, definitions, installation methods and hazards

nature of materials and effect on performance

processes for the interpretation of working drawings and specifications

processes for the preparation of documentation

relevant federal, state or territory legislation and local government policy and procedures

research methods

terminology and methods of roof construction used for daylight transmission

terminology and methods used in artificial lighting

terminology with reference to items and services that may be used in plumbing, sewerage and drainage systems

terminology with reference to vertical transportation.

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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. 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) may also be included.

Residential and commercial building projects requiring evaluation of services layout include:

processing of applications

project milestones

provision of site access/facilities

work schedules.

Application of evaluative and corrective methods for services' layout includes:

electric and electronic installations

hot and cold water supply

natural lighting options

sewerage layout

smoke and fire preventative systems

smoke hazard management

ventilation and air conditioning

vertical transportation.

Services include:

firefighting services, such as:

fire and smoke detection and alarm systems (BCA deemed-to-satisfy [DTS] provisions)

fire hose reels and fire extinguishers

fire hydrants

installation of fire stopping and fire collars

sprinkler systems (BCA DTS provisions)

general electric and electronic service systems, including:

electrical supply authorities connection to site and distribution facilities (switch room and sub-stations)

type of service (emergency power and alternative power sources)

categories of cabling:

computers

data

emergency lighting and exit signage systems

emergency warning and intercommunication systems

fire stopping

layout of equipment for telephones

lift controls and power supplies

repair and extension

service system safeguards

service systems access for maintenance

telecommunications connection to site and distribution facilities

hot water systems, covering:

area to be serviced

height of installation

number of outlets and energy sources available

type of occupancy

type of system

lighting systems, covering:

brightness

emergency and exit signage systems

intensity

lifespan and installation of fire stopping

locations for installation

natural and artificial lighting

reflections

terms, including control of glare

mechanical ventilation

air-conditioning and air filtration, such as:

air conditioning applications

air distribution, including mechanical ventilation requirements for enclosed car parks

air filtration, including air filters

air intake systems

ducting and main filter types

fire dampers

fume discharge systems

installation of fire stopping

smoke control and exhaust systems

warm water and cooling towers

sewerage connection, such as:

graded or vertical discharge pipes

inspection shafts and overflow relief gullies (ORGs)

local authority sewerage drainage system

septic or biochemical treatment unit

specialised services for:

hospitals

laboratories

smart buildings

stormwater, covering:

connection to local government water drains

design

downpipes and unground or concealed piping

installation and disposal

location and construction requirements for eaves and box gutters

size

use of soakage pits and on-site water detection systems

vertical transportation systems, such as:

escalators

hoists and pedestrian movers

lifts

water supply, such as:

single and two stage pumping for multi-function and single function connected services

tank storage supply relative to the public water supply and reservoir heights

town supply.

Adherence to legislative requirements:

is limited to residential and commercial buildings up to three storeys and not exceeding a maximum floor area of 2000 square metres

BCA requirements for Class 2 and 9 buildings.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Water supply, connection and layout are identified, evaluated and recorded for residential and commercial building projects requiring evaluation of services layout connected to a town supply or a tank storage supply in accordance with BCA, relevant legislation and Australian standards and the application of evaluative and corrective methods for services' layout. 
Installation of water services supplying fire hydrants, fire hose reels and fire sprinkler systems is identified, evaluated and recorded in accordance with BCA, relevant legislation and Australian standards and adherence to legislative requirements. 
Interconnection of water tanks for fire services is emulated in the intent of non-return to original tanks and the results are evaluated. 
Sewerage connection and layout are identified, evaluated and recorded in accordance with the BCA, relevant legislation and Australian standards. 
Connection methods of main drains to local authority sewers for open ground, and within buildings taking up the whole site, are identified, evaluated and recorded. 
Disposal of sewerage from fixtures situated below the level of the local authority sewer for both domestic and commercial buildings are evaluated in accordance with BCA, relevant legislation and Australian standards. 
Methods for disposing of stormwater drainage systems are evaluated and documented in accordance with the BCA, relevant legislation and Australian standards. 
Design and installation of stormwater drainage systems are evaluated and documented in accordance with BCA, relevant legislation and Australian standards. 
Terms used in mechanical ventilation are clearly recorded stating how ventilation, volume, velocity and content may be controlled. 
Methods of mechanical ventilation, air distribution and smoke hazard management are identified, evaluated and recorded in accordance with BCA, relevant legislation and Australian standards. 
Air conditioning and mechanical ventilation and basic elements of air conditioning are identified, evaluated and documented, including the function of air conditioning and applications for various types of occupancy in buildings. 
Hot water systems are identified and evaluated according to design factors, types of system, height of installation, area to be serviced, number of outlets and available energy sources. 
Operating principles of various types of hot water systems are evaluated and documented. 
Natural lighting and general aims of design are identified in accordance with authorities and governing regulation requirements. 
Artificial lighting and types of light sources are compared to recommended service luminance for various service situations in accordance with BCA, relevant legislation and Australian standards. 
Authorities involved in plan perusal and site inspection for the various building classifications and their roles and functions are identified. 
Requirements for sprinkler systems, fire hydrants and fire hoses for the various building classifications are identified and evaluated in accordance with BCA, relevant legislation and Australian standards. 
Fire detection and alarm systems are identified and evaluated in accordance with BCA, relevant legislation and Australian standards. 
Electrical supply authorities and the relevant legislation are identified and recorded. 
Procedures for electrical supply and connection to site are documented. 
Electrical design and provision for services and electronic cabling are identified, evaluated and recorded. 
Design and installation of emergency warning systems, emergency lighting and exit signage systems are evaluated and recorded in accordance with the BCA and relevant Australian standards. 
Methods of vertical transportation are identified, evaluated, recorded and sketched in accordance with BCA, relevant legislation and Australian standards. 

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