Unit of competency Outline
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Provide expert access advice on building renovations
Provide expert access advice on building renovations
Unit of competency
National Code
CPPACC5017A
CPPACC5017A
State Code
W9811
W9811
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Transition (Replaced)
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/09/2014
Field of Education
030905 - Building Services Engineering
Original Release Date
15/09/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit specifies the competency required to provide expert advice on the renovation of buildings to achieve access for people with disabilities. The unit focuses on ensuring access issues are incorporated into the design process. It includes the identification and evaluation of appropriate construction methods in accordance with relevant building legislation. Construction methods are assessed to provide the basis for determining appropriate alternatives for recommendations on building renovations.The access consultant must ensure that the project plans provide adequate access for people with disabilities. Access consultants will need to apply anthropometric and ergonomic principles in the performance of their role. They need to know and advise designers on the access requirements of the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) Premises Standard, DDA Transport Standard, DDA Education Standard, the Building Code of Australia (BCA) and relevant Australian standards for the preparation of design plans that meet the access needs of people with disabilities. Some categories of design work are covered by various state and territory legislation and regulations.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Confirm the areas of the building that require renovation to achieve access.
- 1.1 The building requiring renovation is inspected and the areas of the building requiring renovation are identified in accordance with relevant building legislation.1.2 The methodology for undertaking the required renovations is determined taking into account all aspects of the building's structure and construction, and relevant building legislation.
2Confirm that building construction methodology can accommodate required renovations.
- 2.1 The effect of applying the identified methodology for modifying the building is assessed.2.2 Alternative technologies for overcoming any adverse effects resulting from the application of the identified methodology for providing access to the building are considered.2.3 Suitable technology for overcoming any adverse effects resulting from the identified methodology for providing access to the building is determined.
3Review pre-existing conditions that impact on the Building Upgrade Plan.
- 3.1 The impact on the accessibility of the building resulting from implementation of the Building Upgrade Plan is assessed and documented.3.2 The impact of the identified suitable technology on achieving reduced timelines for providing full access to the building is assessed and documented.3.3 Suitable technology identified for reducing timelines is documented and reported to the client.
4Review pre-existing conditions that impact on the Alternative Building Solution.
- 4.1 The impact on the accessibility of the building resulting from the implementation of the Alternative Building Solution is assessed and documented.4.2 The impact of the identified suitable technology on achieving the performance requirements of the BCA for providing full access to the building is assessed and documented.4.3 Suitable technology identified for achieving the performance requirements of the BCA is documented and reported to the client.
5Review pre-existing conditions that impact on the application for exception to the BCA.
- 5.1 The impact of allowing the application for exception to the BCA on the accessibility of the building is analysed and documented.5.2 The impact of the identified suitable technology on overcoming pre-existing conditions to the achievement of full access to the building is assessed and documented.5.3 Suitable technology identified for achieving full access is documented and reported to the client.
6Develop arguments pertaining to expert judgement.
- 6.1 Where the identified suitable technology differs from the Deemed-to-Satisfy (DTS) provisions, arguments to demonstrate that the identified suitable technology meets or exceeds the performance requirements of the BCA are developed and documented.6.2 Client is advised of suitable technology for providing renovations that meet or exceed the DTS provisions of the BCA.
7Document findings and prepare report for client.
- 7.1 The final access report documentation is prepared in accordance with contractual and organisational requirements.7.2 Access report documentation is forwarded to the client in accordance with contractual arrangements and organisational requirements.7.3 A copy of the access report and associated documentation are recorded and retained for future reference in accordance with organisational and legislative requirements.
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 in the performance criteria is detailed below. Add any 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.
Relevant building legislation may include:
BCA
DDA
DDA Premises Standard
DDA Transport Standard
DDA Education Standard
Australian standards
state and territory codes and regulations
international codes and standards.
Methodology may refer to:
the full range of construction elements necessary to provide access for people with disabilities e.g. ramps, landings and doorways.
Technologies may refer to:
innovative solutions for meeting the performance requirements of the BCA.
Organisational requirements may be outlined and reflected in:
access and equity policy, principles and practices
business and performance plans
client service policies, procedures and standards
codes of conduct and codes of practice
communication channels and reporting procedures
communication of services offered
complaint and dispute resolution procedures
compliance with legislation, codes and workplace standards
continuous improvement processes and standards
defined resource parameters
duty of care
employer and employee rights and responsibilities
ethical standards
legal policies and guidelines
OHS policies, procedures and programs
organisational mission statement, goals, objectives, plans, systems and processes
policies and procedures relating to the setting of fees and the negotiation and management of contracts
policies and procedures relating to own role, responsibilities and delegation
privacy and confidentiality policies and procedures
quality assurance and procedures manuals
records and information management systems and processes
style guides and other guides used to prepare documents.
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 in the performance criteria is detailed below. Add any 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.
Relevant building legislation may include:
BCA
DDA
DDA Premises Standard
DDA Transport Standard
DDA Education Standard
Australian standards
state and territory codes and regulations
international codes and standards.
Methodology may refer to:
the full range of construction elements necessary to provide access for people with disabilities e.g. ramps, landings and doorways.
Technologies may refer to:
innovative solutions for meeting the performance requirements of the BCA.
Organisational requirements may be outlined and reflected in:
access and equity policy, principles and practices
business and performance plans
client service policies, procedures and standards
codes of conduct and codes of practice
communication channels and reporting procedures
communication of services offered
complaint and dispute resolution procedures
compliance with legislation, codes and workplace standards
continuous improvement processes and standards
defined resource parameters
duty of care
employer and employee rights and responsibilities
ethical standards
legal policies and guidelines
OHS policies, procedures and programs
organisational mission statement, goals, objectives, plans, systems and processes
policies and procedures relating to the setting of fees and the negotiation and management of contracts
policies and procedures relating to own role, responsibilities and delegation
privacy and confidentiality policies and procedures
quality assurance and procedures manuals
records and information management systems and processes
style guides and other guides used to prepare documents.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Overview of assessment
This unit of competency could be assessed on its own or as part of an integrated assessment activity involving other competencies relevant to the job function.
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:
recognising the needs and desires of people with disabilities to engage fully in all aspects of society, and their right to do so
interpreting accurately the impacts of the full range of disabilities and the limitations that each disability places on the individual's ability to access the environment
interpreting accurately how the full range of environmental barriers impact on any of the impairments that people with disabilities might have
applying disability awareness to the provision of access for people with disabilities
interpreting and applying building legislation to the provision of access for people with disabilities
interpreting and applying construction methodologies to the provision of access for people with disabilities
interpreting and using the performance-based provisions of the BCA to provide appropriate levels of access and developing effective arguments to demonstrate that performance-based solutions meet or exceed the DTS requirements
complying with OHS regulations applicable to workplace operations
applying organisational management policies and procedures, including quality assurance requirements
developing effective and practical building renovation solutions to meet access requirements for people with disabilities.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Resource implications for assessment include:
a registered provider of assessment services
competency standards
assessment materials and tools
suitable assessment venue/equipment
workplace documentation
candidate special requirements
cost and time considerations.
Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that:
competency will need to be demonstrated over a period of time reflecting the scope of the role
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 of competence only taken at the point when the assessor has complete confidence in the person's competence
all assessment that is part of a structured learning experience must include a combination of direct, indirect and supplementary evidence
where assessment is for the purpose of recognition (RCC/RPL), the evidence provided will need to be current and show that it represents competency demonstrated over a period of time
assessment can be through simulated project-based activity and must include evidence relating to each of the elements in this unit.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Overview of assessment
This unit of competency could be assessed on its own or as part of an integrated assessment activity involving other competencies relevant to the job function.
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:
recognising the needs and desires of people with disabilities to engage fully in all aspects of society, and their right to do so
interpreting accurately the impacts of the full range of disabilities and the limitations that each disability places on the individual's ability to access the environment
interpreting accurately how the full range of environmental barriers impact on any of the impairments that people with disabilities might have
applying disability awareness to the provision of access for people with disabilities
interpreting and applying building legislation to the provision of access for people with disabilities
interpreting and applying construction methodologies to the provision of access for people with disabilities
interpreting and using the performance-based provisions of the BCA to provide appropriate levels of access and developing effective arguments to demonstrate that performance-based solutions meet or exceed the DTS requirements
complying with OHS regulations applicable to workplace operations
applying organisational management policies and procedures, including quality assurance requirements
developing effective and practical building renovation solutions to meet access requirements for people with disabilities.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Resource implications for assessment include:
a registered provider of assessment services
competency standards
assessment materials and tools
suitable assessment venue/equipment
workplace documentation
candidate special requirements
cost and time considerations.
Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that:
competency will need to be demonstrated over a period of time reflecting the scope of the role
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 of competence only taken at the point when the assessor has complete confidence in the person's competence
all assessment that is part of a structured learning experience must include a combination of direct, indirect and supplementary evidence
where assessment is for the purpose of recognition (RCC/RPL), the evidence provided will need to be current and show that it represents competency demonstrated over a period of time
assessment can be through simulated project-based activity and must include evidence relating to each of the elements in this unit.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ODJ46 | CPPACC5017 | Provide expert access advice on building renovations | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W980 | CPP50711 | Diploma of Access Consulting | Qualification |
| AC483 | CPPSS00004 | Conduct Building Access Audits Skill Set | Skill set |