1

Research requirements of applicable legislation

1.1

Legislation affecting compliance of designs for different types of large and complex building projects is researched and variations in requirements are interpreted and noted.

1.2

Legislation affecting compliance of designs for different project locations and conditions is researched and variations in requirements are interpreted and noted.

1.3

Research is recorded, filed and regularly updated according to workplace procedures

2

Research requirements of applicable codes and standards

2.1

Codes and standards relating to different types of building design projects are researched and variations in requirements are interpreted and noted.

2.2

Codes and standards relating to different project locations and conditions are researched and variations in requirements are interpreted and noted.

2.3

Research is recorded, filed and regularly updated according to workplace procedures.

3

Analyse impact of alternative solutions on project development

3.1

Deemed-to-satisfy and alternative solutions are compared and evaluated to assess relative strengths and weaknesses.

3.2

Expert opinion regarding the compliance requirements of alternative solutions is sought to inform decision making.

4

Analyse compliance requirements

4.1

Ambiguous or conflicting compliance requirements are clarified with relevant professionals.

4.2

Compliance requirements that affect client preferences are identified and communicated to client.

4.3

Constraints placed on design options by compliance requirements are identified and innovative solutions proposed.

Required skills

administration and management skills to:

manage documents

manage time, including planning and prioritising work

plan and arrange professional development activities

analytical and problem-solving skills to:

develop innovative design solutions

research compliance requirements

interpersonal skills to interact with clients and relevant professionals

language, literacy and numeracy skills to:

communicate with clients, colleagues and contacts, including writing reports

interpret and apply complex information, including legislation, regulations and codes and standards

technology skills to use information technology and relevant software

Required knowledge

compliance requirements relating to construction Type A building design projects, including:

Australian standards

BCA deemed-to-satisfy requirements

BCA alternative solutions requirements, including:

Australian standards

techniques for carbon dioxide reduction, including specification of materials, glue and paint

energy efficiency

fire resistance levels

Building Acts

town planning and other planning body requirements

legislation

regulatory limitations

organisational scope of business and client demographics, including:

geographic areas of operation

trends in client design preferences

types of building design projects that form the core business of the organisation

sources of reliable information on interpretation of compliance requirements

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.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

A person should demonstrate the ability to:

develop a body of current research findings suitable for compliance with codes, standards and planning requirements for construction Type A building design projects

provide evidence of construction Type A building compliance requirements being documented and met for at least two specific projects covering different types of buildings

systematically document and store research findings.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment of this unit:

must be in the context of the work environment

may be conducted in an off-site context, provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills

must meet relevant compliance requirements.

Resource implications for assessment include:

access to:

suitable assessment venue and equipment

suitable simulated or real opportunities and resources to demonstrate competence

assessment instruments.

Method of assessment

Assessment for this unit must verify the practical application of the required skills and knowledge, using one or more of the following methods:

written and/or oral assessment of the candidates required knowledge for the unit

observed, documented and/or firsthand testimonial evidence of the candidates

implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of the required outcomes

identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required to meet the required outcomes

identification of viable options and the selection of options that best meet the required outcomes

consistently achieving the required outcomes.

Guidance information for assessment

This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

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.

Legislation may include:

legislation, regulations and local by-laws relating to:

conservation

construction materials and methods

energy

environment

heritage

OHS

planning

water

local authority planning schemes.

Large and complex building projects include:

construction Type A buildings defined by the BCA, which are projects that are:

of 3 storeys for Class 2, 3 and 9 buildings

of 4 or more storeys for Class 5, 6, 7 and 8 buildings

construction projects, which may be:

new buildings

renovations

conversions

residential

commercial

industrial

public buildings.

Note: It is essential to refer to current BCA documentation to ensure accuracy of definitions and scopes.

Project locations may include:

locations within the jurisdictions of different:

countries

local authorities

states and territories

locations with specific conditions, such as:

bushfire threat zones

coastal areas

cyclone zones

flood zones

mountainous areas

rural areas

snow zones.

Conditions may include:

environmental, including:

natural waterways

protected flora and fauna

weather, including:

bushfires

cyclones

floods

snow.

Codes and standards may include:

Australian standards

BCA

Building Acts

codes and standards applicable:

at project locations

in particular conditions.

Expert opinion may be sought from professionals, such as:

access consultants

acoustics engineers and professionals

bushfire management professionals

construction contractors

civil engineers

energy efficiency experts

fire systems designers and engineers

hydraulic engineers

landscape designers

lighting specialists

mechanical services engineers

OHS experts

plumbing and drainage professionals

quantity surveyors

service contractors

soil testing or geo-technical engineers and experts

structural engineers

surveyors.