Modification History
Minor changes throughout unit, mostly reflecting update to National Construction Code
Equivalent to CPCCBC6001A
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 National Construction Code (NCC) coupled with the ability to interpret specific standards in relation to the design and specifications of building projects.
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
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Nil
Employability Skills Information
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
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Access and interpret relevant code and standard requirements. |
1.1 |
Relevant clauses from the NCC that apply to individual projects (classified as open ) are identified. |
1.2 |
Prescriptive requirements of relevant NCC clauses for standard construction are determined for the scope of work . |
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1.3 |
Requirements of relevant Australian standards referenced in the NCC are accessed and interpreted appropriately. |
2 |
Classify buildings. |
2.1 |
Nature of a building is determined according to use and arrangement. |
2.2 |
NCC criteria to determine the defined classification are applied. |
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NCC requirements for multiple classifications are identified and interpreted. |
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Analyse and apply a range of solutions to a construction problem for compliance with the NCC. |
3.1 |
Range of criteria that will ensure construction methods comply with intent of the NCC is determined. |
3.2 |
Alternative solutions to a construction problem that will comply with NCC performance requirements are discussed and proposed according to company policies and procedures and standard specifications . |
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Performance-based solutions are identified and documented according to NCC requirements. |
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3.4 |
Assessment methods used by authorities to determine whether a building solution complies with the NCC are analysed and applied. |
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3.5 |
NCC assessment methods are identified as appropriate to meet DTS provisions of NCC. |
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3.6 |
Relevant documentation is identified and completed according to performance requirements of the NCC. |
4 |
Apply fire protection requirements. |
4.1 |
Fire resistance required for the construction of all classes and types of buildings is determined. |
4.2 |
NCC requirements with respect to passive and active fire protection to all classes and types of buildings are identified and applied. |
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4.3 |
Check of existing buildings for compliance with passive and active fire protection requirements is carried out according to NCC requirements. |
5 |
Implement strategy to manage compliance with NCC 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 NCC. |
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5.3 |
Quality assurance processes are designed and implemented to ensure effective and compliant management of the construction process. |
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
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 NCC 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
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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Performance requirements include: |
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Standard specifications include: |
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Assessment methods include: |
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Building solutions include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Functional area |
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Unit sector |
Construction |
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.