CPPACC4020
Provide access advice on building renovations


Application

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to provide high level, accurate advice on renovations to achieve optimum access to existing buildings. This advice is based on the classification of a building as prescribed in the Building Code of Australia (BCA), and can be required in situations where access compliance can be achieved, as well as where access compliance cannot be achieved due to pre-existing conditions.

The unit supports the provision of advice on access issues to inform decision making by certifying authorities. It applies to access consultants who provide advice to clients who may be building owners and managers, building designers, builders and developers, and building certifiers; and who work in close consultation with other professionals in the building industry.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency at the time of endorsement.


Elements and Performance Criteria

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.

Identify areas of building that require modification to achieve access.

1.1.

Project brief is reviewed and project requirements and arrangements are identified and confirmed according to organisational requirements.

1.2.

Classification of building to be renovated is determined according to the BCA.

1.3.

BCA requirements for access to class of building to be renovated are determined.

1.4.

Areas of building that require modification to achieve access required by building legislation, standards and codes are identified.

1.5.

Required renovation options for non-compliant areas and non-compliant elements to achieve a compliant level of access are determined.

2.

Provide advice to client on renovation process to achieve compliant access.

2.1.

Required steps in renovation process for achieving compliant access are determined.

2.2.

Processes to be undertaken to renovate building spaces and elements to achieve compliance are determined.

2.3.

Proposed renovation process is discussed with client and extent to which compliant access can be achieved is explained.

3.

Identify areas of the building where pre-existing conditions prevent compliant access.

3.1.

Non-compliant areas and elements unable to be modified due to pre-existing conditions are identified and documented.

3.2.

Advice is sought where required to assist in identifying and analysing unknown elements relating to construction plans, access requirements and disabilities.

3.3.

Advice is provided on renovation options for upgrade where pre-existing conditions prevent modification to full compliance.

4.

Prepare and finalise building renovations access report.

4.1.

Building renovations access report is prepared for client according to contractual arrangements and organisational requirements.

4.2.

Draft building renovations access report is reviewed with required persons according to organisational requirements.

4.3.

Feedback received from review process is incorporated and access report is completed.

5.

Distribute and store building renovations access report.

5.1.

Building renovations access report and associated documentation are prepared according to organisational arrangements.

5.2.

Report and associated documentation are forwarded to client according to contractual arrangements.

5.3.

Copy of report and associated documentation is recorded and retained according to organisational and legislative requirements.

Evidence of Performance

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 provide access advice on the renovation of two different classes of buildings for different clients, ensuring that:

each set of advice is provided in a building renovations access report that complies with legislative and regulatory requirements and fulfils contractual arrangements

the class of each building is as prescribed in the Building Code of Australia (BCA).

One of the above building renovations must have pre-existing conditions that mean that access compliance cannot be achieved.

In preparing each of the above building renovations access reports, the person must:

accurately assess the method of the building’s construction

apply organisational policies and procedures, including quality assurance requirements

use research skills for interpreting building plans and specifications, working drawings, and other related documentation

use measurement tools correctly and record collected data accurately

interpret manufacturer specifications and advise on their suitability for providing practical access

use effective consultation skills with key stakeholders to elicit information.

In providing access advice in each of the above building renovations access reports, the person must:

interpret and apply legislative and regulatory requirements relating to disability access and evaluate the provision of access in relation to those requirements

interpret the impacts of the full range of disabilities and the limitations that each disability places on the individual’s ability to access the building

interpret how the full range of environmental barriers impacts on people with a range of disabilities and impairments

apply and adhere to work health and safety (WHS) regulations, policies and processes applicable to workplace operations

use business equipment effectively to prepare and present reports in required format

provide final version report and documentation of supporting evidence for advice given within required timeframe and according to organisational requirements.


Evidence of Knowledge

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

key requirements of commonwealth, state and territory legislation, local government regulations, and Australian standards specified in the range of conditions

disability awareness to inform building renovations access report, including:

range of disabilities to be considered when providing building renovations access advice

disability-specific physical barriers to access

disability-specific minimum requirements for enhancing accessibility

design and construction principles of buildings

performance features of building materials

organisational requirements for providing access advice, including:

access and equity policy, principles and practices

client service standards

code of conduct and code of ethics

client privacy and confidentiality requirements

communication channels and reporting procedures

communication of services offered

complaint and dispute resolution procedures

compliance with applicable legislation, codes and standards

compliance with applicable legal policies and guidelines relating to the provision of access advice

policies and procedures relating to own role, responsibilities and delegation

procedures for writing and recording building renovations access reports, including required:

content

format, style, and structure

presentation

quality assurance requirements

records and information management systems and processes

limitations of own work role, responsibility and professional abilities with regard to above building renovations access reports

processes for interpreting reports, working drawings and specifications relating to building renovations access

building industry terminology required to provide access advice on building renovations

terminology and definitions in hazard identification

WHS procedures relating to provision of advice, including procedures for:

identifying hazards and controlling risks associated with work

selecting and using required personal protective equipment (PPE).


Assessment Conditions

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

equipment, including:

PPE required for specific project and building

computer and software to access, retrieve, store and distribute building renovations access report documentation

specifications:

legislation, standards and codes specified in the range of conditions

relationships with clients, including:

building owners and managers

building designers

builders and developers

building certifiers.

Timeframe:

in line with timeframe established in contractual arrangements for providing access advice on building renovation.

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.


Foundation Skills

This section describes the language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills essential to performance in this unit but not explicit in the performance criteria.

Skill

Performance feature

Learning skills to:

maintain knowledge of current legislation, codes, standards, regulations, practices and industry updates relating to access advice.

Numeracy skills to:

evaluate calculations, measurements, and building design and dimensions against access requirements and provision.

Oral communication skills to:

consult with clients and colleagues and explain information on issues relating to the provision of access, demonstrating:

command of language to elicit and clarify information in a clear and accessible manner

communication techniques suited to individual stakeholder

convey knowledge and ideas through oral and visual means.

Reading skills to:

interpret a range of complex texts and data to inform access advice, including:

plans and specifications

manufacturer product specifications

legislation, standards and codes relating to the provision of access

read and understand instructions relating to work health and safety (WHS) and the use of equipment, tools and personal protective equipment (PPE).

Writing skills to:

write access reports that:

provide advice specific to client requirements and class of building

meet organisational standards of style, format and accuracy.

Initiative and enterprise skills to:

provide access advice in a sensitive and professional manner

facilitate change for greater awareness of disability access.

Planning and organising skills to:

meet contractual obligations within designated timeframes.

Problem-solving skills to:

evaluate provision of access in relation to legislative and regulatory requirements and prepare advice on building renovations based on analysis of options available to provide adequate access

develop appropriate strategies for addressing areas of access non-compliance

apply disability awareness to work processes.

Teamwork skills to:

work effectively with a range of people from diverse backgrounds.

Digital literacy skills to:

apply information technology and computer skills to prepare working documentation and reports.


Range Statement

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.

Project requirements and arrangements must include:

clarifying client and organisational requirements

establishing contractual arrangements

establishing site access arrangements, where required.

Building legislation, standards and codes must include:

anti-discrimination legislation

Australian standards, including AS1428.2 Design for access and mobility - Enhanced and additional requirements - Buildings and facilities

BCA

Disability Discrimination Act (DDA)

DDA Premises Standards

DDA Transport Standards

local government building regulations

state and territory building legislation

WHS legislation.

Required persons must include:

another member of building renovations access team

business partner or colleague.


Sectors

Access consulting