Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

CPPHSA4003 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Assess household water use

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CPPHSA4003 - Assess household water use
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to collect and analyse information on household water use, and provide advice on ways to improve water efficiency and conservation in the home.The unit supports the work of home sustainability assessors engaged in assessing household water use and providing advice.No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency at the time of endorsement.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:

equipment:

data collection tool

materials:

relevant codes, standards and regulations relating to assessment of household water use

physical conditions:

residential buildings from the NCC classes of buildings specified in the performance evidence

householders for provision of information on household water use

water accounts of householders

relationships with team members and supervisor:

assessment activities are performed on an individual basis under general supervision.

Assessor requirements

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) current at the time of assessment.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
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: Plan and organise the assessment of household water use.
  • Need for assessment of household water use is clarified with client.
  • Effective communication strategies are used to assist in establishing rapport with client and in responding to client questions and concerns.
  • Potential hazards are identified to ensure risks are suitably managed.
  • Assessment is planned ensuring that health and safety of self and others are not compromised.
  • Assessment documentation is prepared.
  • Tools, equipment and other requirements for the assessment are identified and arrangements are made to ensure their availability on day of assessment.
  • Owner or occupier status of client is determined.
  • Client is advised of information that should be obtained prior to assessment and details of assessment are confirmed.
  • Authority to proceed is obtained from client prior to commencement and reconfirmed as appropriate during the assessment.
       
Element: Gather data on household water use and costs.
  • Information to be gathered on household water use and costs is confirmed.
  • Information on household water use and costs is collated.
  • Information on internal water services is gathered from resident and from measurements and observations made during inspection of residence.
  • Information on external water services is gathered from resident and from measurements and observations made during inspection of residence.
  • Information on behaviour and preferences of household members that impact on water use is gathered from resident and from observations made during inspection of residence.
  • Information is verified for accuracy and recorded using a relevant data collection tool.
       
Element: Analyse data on household water use, costs and emissions.
  • Information is analysed to identify key characteristics of household water use, costs and emissions.
  • Government rebates and other assistance programs relating to improving efficiency of household water use are identified.
  • Options for improving efficiency of water use and reducing costs and emissions are evaluated.
  • Cost of options for improving household water efficiency is estimated.
  • Estimated water, emissions and cost savings generated from improving household water efficiency are estimated.
       
Element: Assess opportunities for rainwater harvesting, greywater use and other water conservation measures on the property.
  • Sources of technical advice on incorporating rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures in residential buildings are identified.
  • Advantages and disadvantages of rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures are identified.
  • Rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures suitable for use in residential buildings are identified.
  • Government rebates and other assistance programs for incorporating rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures in residential buildings are identified.
  • Opportunities for rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures are evaluated.
  • Estimates of cost of installing rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures are produced and associated impact on household water efficiency and costs is determined in line with organisational procedures.
       
Element: Report outcomes of water use assessment.
  • Results and recommendations, along with supporting evidence, are collated and documented.
  • Estimated cost of proposed recommendations, associated reductions in household water costs and emissions, and improvements in household water efficiency are documented.
  • Results and recommendations, including estimated costs and improvements in household water efficiency, are explained to client.
       


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.

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.

Plan and organise the assessment of household water use.

1.1.

Need for assessment of household water use is clarified with client.

1.2.

Effective communication strategies are used to assist in establishing rapport with client and in responding to client questions and concerns.

1.3.

Potential hazards are identified to ensure risks are suitably managed.

1.4.

Assessment is planned ensuring that health and safety of self and others are not compromised.

1.5.

Assessment documentation is prepared.

1.6.

Tools, equipment and other requirements for the assessment are identified and arrangements are made to ensure their availability on day of assessment.

1.7.

Owner or occupier status of client is determined.

1.8.

Client is advised of information that should be obtained prior to assessment and details of assessment are confirmed.

1.9.

Authority to proceed is obtained from client prior to commencement and reconfirmed as appropriate during the assessment.

2.

Gather data on household water use and costs.

2.1.

Information to be gathered on household water use and costs is confirmed.

2.2.

Information on household water use and costs is collated.

2.3.

Information on internal water services is gathered from resident and from measurements and observations made during inspection of residence.

2.4.

Information on external water services is gathered from resident and from measurements and observations made during inspection of residence.

2.5.

Information on behaviour and preferences of household members that impact on water use is gathered from resident and from observations made during inspection of residence.

2.6.

Information is verified for accuracy and recorded using a relevant data collection tool.

3.

Analyse data on household water use, costs and emissions.

3.1.

Information is analysed to identify key characteristics of household water use, costs and emissions.

3.2.

Government rebates and other assistance programs relating to improving efficiency of household water use are identified.

3.3.

Options for improving efficiency of water use and reducing costs and emissions are evaluated.

3.4.

Cost of options for improving household water efficiency is estimated.

3.5.

Estimated water, emissions and cost savings generated from improving household water efficiency are estimated.

4.

Assess opportunities for rainwater harvesting, greywater use and other water conservation measures on the property.

4.1.

Sources of technical advice on incorporating rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures in residential buildings are identified.

4.2.

Advantages and disadvantages of rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures are identified.

4.3.

Rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures suitable for use in residential buildings are identified.

4.4.

Government rebates and other assistance programs for incorporating rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures in residential buildings are identified.

4.5.

Opportunities for rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures are evaluated.

4.6.

Estimates of cost of installing rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures are produced and associated impact on household water efficiency and costs is determined in line with organisational procedures.

5.

Report outcomes of water use assessment.

5.1.

Results and recommendations, along with supporting evidence, are collated and documented.

5.2.

Estimated cost of proposed recommendations, associated reductions in household water costs and emissions, and improvements in household water efficiency are documented.

5.3.

Results and recommendations, including estimated costs and improvements in household water efficiency, are explained to client.

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 collect and analyse information on household water use and provide advice on ways to improve water efficiency and conservation in two different residential buildings. The buildings must be drawn from the following classes of buildings under the National Construction Code (NCC): Class 1 buildings, sole occupancy units (SOU) in Class 2 buildings, or Class 4 buildings.

In doing the above, the person must:

assess opportunities for incorporating rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures into the residential building

comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements when conducting the household’s water assessment

apply knowledge of:

trends in household water use and costs

ways of gathering information on household water use and costs

ways to improve household water efficiency.

A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:

commonwealth, state or territory, and local government legislation and regulations impacting on household water use and management relating to:

environment protection

household rainwater harvesting, greywater use and other water conservation and restriction measures

privacy

water restrictions

WHS

government rebates and other assistance programs relating to improving water efficiency in residential buildings

greenhouse gas emissions:

relationship between water use and greenhouse gas emissions

ways of reducing greenhouse gas emissions through improving water efficiency

household internal and external water services

household water use:

non-metered water measurement techniques and tools

trends in household water consumption and factors impacting on those trends

sustainable domestic water use

units of measurement

water bills

water consumption

water restrictions

water tariffs

impact of attitudes, behaviour and preferences of household members on water use

options for improving efficiency of household water use:

behaviour change

internal and external water services

leak detection

water efficient gardening practices

rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures:

criteria for assessing feasibility

rebates and other forms of financial support

system risks

types and features of systems

sources of information on water measuring tools:

types

uses

sources of data on domestic water use and cost:

water bills

water meters

water efficiency and labelling standards (WELS).

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

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.

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.

Plan and organise the assessment of household water use.

1.1.

Need for assessment of household water use is clarified with client.

1.2.

Effective communication strategies are used to assist in establishing rapport with client and in responding to client questions and concerns.

1.3.

Potential hazards are identified to ensure risks are suitably managed.

1.4.

Assessment is planned ensuring that health and safety of self and others are not compromised.

1.5.

Assessment documentation is prepared.

1.6.

Tools, equipment and other requirements for the assessment are identified and arrangements are made to ensure their availability on day of assessment.

1.7.

Owner or occupier status of client is determined.

1.8.

Client is advised of information that should be obtained prior to assessment and details of assessment are confirmed.

1.9.

Authority to proceed is obtained from client prior to commencement and reconfirmed as appropriate during the assessment.

2.

Gather data on household water use and costs.

2.1.

Information to be gathered on household water use and costs is confirmed.

2.2.

Information on household water use and costs is collated.

2.3.

Information on internal water services is gathered from resident and from measurements and observations made during inspection of residence.

2.4.

Information on external water services is gathered from resident and from measurements and observations made during inspection of residence.

2.5.

Information on behaviour and preferences of household members that impact on water use is gathered from resident and from observations made during inspection of residence.

2.6.

Information is verified for accuracy and recorded using a relevant data collection tool.

3.

Analyse data on household water use, costs and emissions.

3.1.

Information is analysed to identify key characteristics of household water use, costs and emissions.

3.2.

Government rebates and other assistance programs relating to improving efficiency of household water use are identified.

3.3.

Options for improving efficiency of water use and reducing costs and emissions are evaluated.

3.4.

Cost of options for improving household water efficiency is estimated.

3.5.

Estimated water, emissions and cost savings generated from improving household water efficiency are estimated.

4.

Assess opportunities for rainwater harvesting, greywater use and other water conservation measures on the property.

4.1.

Sources of technical advice on incorporating rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures in residential buildings are identified.

4.2.

Advantages and disadvantages of rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures are identified.

4.3.

Rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures suitable for use in residential buildings are identified.

4.4.

Government rebates and other assistance programs for incorporating rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures in residential buildings are identified.

4.5.

Opportunities for rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures are evaluated.

4.6.

Estimates of cost of installing rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures are produced and associated impact on household water efficiency and costs is determined in line with organisational procedures.

5.

Report outcomes of water use assessment.

5.1.

Results and recommendations, along with supporting evidence, are collated and documented.

5.2.

Estimated cost of proposed recommendations, associated reductions in household water costs and emissions, and improvements in household water efficiency are documented.

5.3.

Results and recommendations, including estimated costs and improvements in household water efficiency, are explained to client.

This section specifies 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. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Need for assessmentmust include at least one of the following:

determining water use profile, identifying opportunities for reducing water use and improving water efficiency

legislative, regulatory and compliance purposes

providing building design advice.

Information on internal water services must include:

characteristics of internal water services

number and type of internal water services.

Information on external water servicesmust include:

characteristics of external water services

number and type of external water services

rainwater harvesting

water recycling options.

Information on behaviour and preferences must include at least three the following:

attitudes of other household members not participating in the assessment process

attitudes to reducing, re-using and recycling water

resident perception of water consumption

gardening practices

factors that may impact on inefficient water use:

car washing

medical conditions of household

setting, programming and using timers and other controls

showering times

use of appliances

use of evaporative cooling systems

use of hot water

use of swimming pools and spas.

washing of external surfaces.

Data collection toolmust include at least one of the following:

checklist and form

calculator

graph

measuring tool

questionnaire

software program.

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
Need for assessment of household water use is clarified with client. 
Effective communication strategies are used to assist in establishing rapport with client and in responding to client questions and concerns. 
Potential hazards are identified to ensure risks are suitably managed. 
Assessment is planned ensuring that health and safety of self and others are not compromised. 
Assessment documentation is prepared. 
Tools, equipment and other requirements for the assessment are identified and arrangements are made to ensure their availability on day of assessment. 
Owner or occupier status of client is determined. 
Client is advised of information that should be obtained prior to assessment and details of assessment are confirmed. 
Authority to proceed is obtained from client prior to commencement and reconfirmed as appropriate during the assessment. 
Information to be gathered on household water use and costs is confirmed. 
Information on household water use and costs is collated. 
Information on internal water services is gathered from resident and from measurements and observations made during inspection of residence. 
Information on external water services is gathered from resident and from measurements and observations made during inspection of residence. 
Information on behaviour and preferences of household members that impact on water use is gathered from resident and from observations made during inspection of residence. 
Information is verified for accuracy and recorded using a relevant data collection tool. 
Information is analysed to identify key characteristics of household water use, costs and emissions. 
Government rebates and other assistance programs relating to improving efficiency of household water use are identified. 
Options for improving efficiency of water use and reducing costs and emissions are evaluated. 
Cost of options for improving household water efficiency is estimated. 
Estimated water, emissions and cost savings generated from improving household water efficiency are estimated. 
Sources of technical advice on incorporating rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures in residential buildings are identified. 
Advantages and disadvantages of rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures are identified. 
Rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures suitable for use in residential buildings are identified. 
Government rebates and other assistance programs for incorporating rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures in residential buildings are identified. 
Opportunities for rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures are evaluated. 
Estimates of cost of installing rainwater harvesting, greywater technologies and other water conservation measures are produced and associated impact on household water efficiency and costs is determined in line with organisational procedures. 
Results and recommendations, along with supporting evidence, are collated and documented. 
Estimated cost of proposed recommendations, associated reductions in household water costs and emissions, and improvements in household water efficiency are documented. 
Results and recommendations, including estimated costs and improvements in household water efficiency, are explained to client. 

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