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.
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions. |
1. | Review construction project documentation. | 1.1. | Project documentation relating to required part of building cycle is accessed and checked to ensure that it is complete and satisfies organisational requirements. |
1.2. | Project documentation is analysed to determine extent to which provision of access satisfies legislation, codes and standards. |
1.3. | Ambiguities in documentation are clarified according to organisational requirements. |
2. | Identify and convey issues and advice regarding adequacy of access provision to development team members. | 2.1. | Areas of potential non-compliance are identified and documented according to organisational requirements. |
2.2. | Advice is sought where required to assist in identifying and analysing unknown elements relating to construction plans, access requirements and disabilities. |
2.3. | Issues of concern to be clarified with development team regarding adequacy of access provision are identified according to organisational requirements. |
2.4. | Issues and supporting reasons are presented to development team using effective interpersonal skills and communication techniques. |
2.5. | Advice is provided to development team regarding adequacy of access provision according to organisational requirements using effective interpersonal skills and communication techniques. |
3. | Contribute to development team discussions on potential solutions to access provision. | 3.1. | Ongoing advice regarding potential solutions to issues regarding adequacy of access provision is provided to team in agreed format and according to organisational requirements. |
3.2. | Constructive contributions are made to all team discussions and processes, according to own competencies and organisational requirements. |
3.3. | Agreed decisions on access solutions made at development team meetings are documented, stored and maintained according to legislative and organisational requirements. |
4. | Review implementation strategies. | 4.1. | Agreed decisions are monitored to ensure timely and effective implementation. |
4.2. | Installation activities resulting from development team agreed decisions are monitored for effectiveness and compliance with required legislation, codes, standards and organisational requirements. |
5. | Report on compliance. | 5.1. | Construction is inspected on completion for access compliance as specified in the required legislation, codes and standards; and according to work health and safety (WHS) requirements. |
5.2. | Report on adequacy of access provision as specified in required legislation, codes and standards is provided to development team according to organisational requirements. |
A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy the requirements of the elements, performance criteria, foundation skills and range of conditions of this unit.
The person must also contribute information and advice to the building development teams of two different construction projects.
For each project, the person must:
review project documentation, evaluate the provision of access in relation to legislative and regulatory requirements, and identify areas of non-compliance with legislative or regulatory requirements relating to adequacy of access provision
convey those issues to development team members in a professional and logical manner
provide access solutions advice that reflect the legislative and regulatory requirements relating to the provision of access specified in the range of conditions
contribute to development team discussions on solutions to access provision issues and document, store and maintain agreed decisions according to legislative and organisational requirements
monitor installation activities resulting from agreed decisions for their effectiveness and compliance with legislation, building codes and organisational requirements
inspect the construction on completion for access compliance according to work health and safety (WHS) procedures
provide a report to development team on adequacy of access provision of completed construction.
In contributing to the above building development teams, the person must research and interpret:
legislation, codes and standards relating to access for people with disabilities
impact of the full range of disabilities and the limitations that each disability places on the individual’s ability to access the environment
how the full range of environmental barriers impacts on people with a range of disabilities and impairments.
During the above work, the person must:
provide information or advice that:
reflects project information requirements
is communicated in plain English
meets organisational requirements, including format and timeframes
use effective interpersonal communication techniques to determine access requirements and ensure that legislative, regulatory, client and other stakeholder requirements are addressed, including:
using language that is accurate, articulate and concise
confirming and eliciting information
demonstrating active listening to clarify and confirm understanding
controlling tone of voice and body language
using culturally aware language and concepts
demonstrating flexibility and willingness to negotiate
presenting options and consequences
providing constructive feedback
seeking feedback to confirm understanding of needs
summarising and paraphrasing to check understanding
using effective presentation aids where required, such as audiovisual slides, diagrams, photographs and pictures.
A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:
key requirements of legislation, codes and Australian standards applicable to the specific area of work and relating to the provision of access for people with disabilities, including:
anti-discrimination legislation and regulations
Australian standards relating to building accessibility, including:
AS 1428.1 Design for access and mobility - General requirements for access - New building work
AS 1428.4.1 Design for access and mobility - Means to assist the orientation of people with vision impairment - Tactile ground surface indicators
AS 1428.5 Design for access and mobility - Communication for people who are deaf or hearing impaired
AS 2890.6 Parking facilities - Off-street parking for people with disabilities
building legislation
Building Code of Australia (BCA)
Disability Discrimination Act (DDA)
DDA Premises Standards
interpersonal communication techniques as specified in the performance evidence
disability awareness to inform application of legislation, including:
range of disabilities to be considered when conducting assessment
disability-specific physical barriers to accessing building and its facilities
disability-specific minimum legislative and regulatory requirements for enhancing building accessibility
key requirements of professional code of practice for access consultants
key features of group processes and team behaviour, including:
role and function of workplace teams
stages of team development
causes of stress or conflict in teams
strategies for managing or reducing conflict
team dynamics
organisational requirements and procedures relating to contributing to building development teams, including:
access and equity policy, principles and practices
client privacy and confidentiality requirements
code of conduct and code of ethics
internal and external communication processes and protocols, including for sourcing and accessing documentation to meet legislative and regulatory requirements
legal policies and guidelines relating to specific area of work
WHS policies and procedures relating to inspecting completed construction work, including selection and use of required personal protective equipment (PPE)
policies and procedures relating to setting fees and negotiating and managing contracts
policies and procedures relating to own role, responsibilities and delegation
privacy and confidentiality policies and procedures
processes for researching and recording data and administering records
quality assurance requirements
records and information management systems and processes
style guides and other guides used to prepare reports.