Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Defects are identified through property inspections that include:
adjoining properties
confirmation of boundaries
on-site inspections of buildings, structures or features
site access and egress
topographical and geological surveys.
Feasibility studies:
include information relating to:
architectural or engineering practicalities
availability and quantum of finance
availability of services and conditions governing service provision
change of use for existing buildings
confirmation of ownership
development on vacant land
encumbrances or caveats on property
environmental factors or constraints
existing buildings/structures for a given purpose
feasibility studies may be conducted on:
most cost-effective method of building for a given site or location
refurbishment costs of buildings/structures
special conditions that may apply to developments.
Planning approval includes:
engineering approvals by architectural or design consultants
environmental approvals by Environment Protection Authority (EPA) or local authorities
final design or specification client approvals
finance approvals by lending bodies
zoning and compliance with laws and by-laws by local authorities.
Building or construction works include:
construction of roads and pathways
demolition of existing structures
erection of new structures
installation of underground cabling
refurbishment of existing structures
renovations and extensions
site levelling or contouring
stormwater disposal and site drainage.

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.
Overview of assessment
This unit of competency could be assessed by effective development of technical and legal reports for construction projects.
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:
effectively translate contract requirements into feasibility studies and advice on building, site use, plans and processes
demonstrate quality construction planning processes and effective outputs
develop strategies that maximise the effectiveness of resources
advise and coordinate the design process and obtain planning approval
oversee building or construction works to effect contractual outcomes.
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:
documentation that should normally be available in either a building or construction office
relevant codes, standards and regulations
office equipment, including calculators, photocopiers and telephone systems
computers with appropriate software to view 2-D CAD drawings, run costing programs and print copies
a technical reference library with current publications on measurement, design, building construction and manufacturer's product literature
copies of appropriate awards and workplace agreements
a suitable work area appropriate to the construction process.
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:
satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package
include direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions, with questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application
reinforce the integration of employability skills with workplace tasks and job roles
confirm that competency is verified and able to be transferred to other circumstances and environments.
Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that:
competency will need to be demonstrated over a period of time reflecting the scope of the role and the practical requirements of the workplace
where the assessment is part of a structured learning experience the evidence collected must relate to a number of performances assessed at different points in time and separated by further learning and practice, with a decision on competency only taken at the point when the assessor has complete confidence in the person's demonstrated ability and applied knowledge
all assessment that is part of a structured learning experience must include a combination of direct, indirect and supplementary evidence.
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.