Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to access, interpret and apply relevant building codes and standards applicable to the construction processes of large, high rise and complex buildings (open' licensing classification with special reference to Type A buildings). To successfully comply with relevant standards and codes in large constructions requires a thorough knowledge of the purpose of the Building Code of Australia (BCA) coupled with the ability to interpret specific standards in relation to the design and specifications of building projects. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit of competency supports builders, project managers and related construction industry professionals responsible for ensuring compliance with building codes and standards in the residential and commercial construction industry. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
Nil |
Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Access and interpret relevant code and standard requirements. |
1.1. Relevant clauses from the BCA that apply to individual projects (classified as open ) are identified. 1.2. Prescriptive requirements of relevant BCA clauses for standard construction are determined for the scope of work . 1.3. Requirements of relevant Australian standards referenced in the BCA are accessed and interpreted appropriately. |
2. Classify buildings. |
2.1. Nature of a building is determined according to use and arrangement. 2.2. BCA criteria to determine the defined classification are applied. 2.3. BCA requirements for multiple classifications are identified and interpreted. |
3. Analyse and apply a range of solutions to a construction problem for compliance with the BCA. |
3.1. Range of criteria that will ensure construction methods comply with intent of the BCA is determined. 3.2. Alternative solutions to a construction problem that will comply with BCA requirements are discussed and proposed in accordance with company policies and procedures and standard specifications . 3.3. Performance-based solutions are identified and documented in accordance with BCA requirements. 3.4. Assessment methods used by authorities to determine whether a building solution complies with performance requirements or deemed-to-satisfy (DTS) provisions of the BCA are analysed and applied. 3.5. BCA assessment methods are identified as appropriate to meet DTS provisions of BCA. 3.6. Relevant documentation is identified and completed in accordance with performance requirements of the BCA. |
4. Apply fire protection requirements. |
4.1. Fire resistance required for the construction of all classes and types of buildings is determined. 4.2. BCA requirements with respect to passive and active fire protection to all classes and types of buildings are identified and applied. 4.3. Check of existing buildings for compliance with passive and active fire protection requirements is carried out in accordance with BCA requirements. |
5. Implement strategy to manage compliance with BCA for large, complex and high rise buildings. |
5.1. Processes are established and implemented to coordinate the work of professionals involved in the development and management of the building process. 5.2. Effective design solutions for buildings of more than three storeys are sought to meet the needs of clients and ensure compliance with BCA. 5.3. Quality assurance processes are designed and implemented to ensure effective and compliant management of the construction process. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
Required skills for this unit are:
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Required knowledge |
Required knowledge for this unit is:
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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. |
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Overview of assessment |
This unit of competency could be assessed by the application of design principles and solutions specified in the deemed-to-satisfy and performance-based concept of BCA criteria applied to a building project. This unit of competency can 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:
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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:
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:
Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that:
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. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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. |
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Open is classified as: |
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Standard construction includes: |
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Scope of work includes: |
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Standard specifications include: |
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Assessment methods include: |
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Performance requirements include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Construction |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
Nil |
Functional area
Functional area |