Unit of competency Outline
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Research and analyse access solutions for the built environment
Research and analyse access solutions for the built environment
Unit of competency
National Code
CPPACC8002A
CPPACC8002A
State Code
WD466
WD466
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Transition (Replaced)
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
07/03/2014
Field of Education
030905 - Building Services Engineering
Original Release Date
07/03/2014
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required by access consultants to research and analyse a broad range of complex and highly specialised information that is required in order to provide effective advice and influence design solutions that provide lawful access and inclusive use of the built environment for all people, including those with disabilities. Maintaining the currency of information is fundamental to the role. The unit covers the application of ergonomics and the human geometry of people with disabilities to access provision; the analysis of built environment issues with positive and negative impacts on people with mobility, sensory and cognitive impairments; and an in-depth understanding of the range of design solutions available and how they may be applied to the provision of access.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Source and manage a range of information to inform consideration of access solutions.
- 1.1 Sources of information on the effects of disabilities and the interaction of people with disabilities and the built environment are researched and evaluated.
- 1.2 Sources of information on compliance requirements for access to and use of the built environment are researched and evaluated.
- 1.3 Forums for discussion and debate regarding solutions for providing access to and use of the built environment are researched and evaluated.
- 1.4 Processes are put in place to ensure access to and currency of information regarding legislative changes and best practice solutions.
- 1.5 Information management system is developed and maintained to ensure currency.
- 1.6 Information is shared and discussed with internal or external personnel as required.
2 Analyse information to deliver access solutions in the built environment.
- 2.1 Best practice international and national solutions that provide access to and use of the built environment are researched.
- 2.2 Solutions are assessed for their capacity to address the requirements of people with differing abilities and disabilities.
- 2.3 Potentially suitable solutions are assessed in relation to their cost-effectiveness and compliance with Australian legislation, codes and standards.
- 2.4 New and emerging developments in design, construction and fit-out solutions are researched and monitored and relevant information is applied to analysis of requirements for access to and use of the built environment.
3 Analyse information regarding compliance requirements for access to and use of the built environment.
- 3.1 Content and application of relevant legislation, codes and standards are analysed in relation to access and use requirements of people with disabilities.
- 3.2 Content and application of relevant government policies and urban planning regulations are analysed in relation to ergonomic principles and access and use requirements of people with disabilities.
- 3.3 Conflicting compliance provisions and access issues that are not the subject of legislation are identified, and access solutions are analysed and critiqued.
4 Critique information and assess its role in the provision of advice.
- 4.1 Professional judgement is used to evaluate the efficacy and efficiency of potential access solutions.
- 4.2 Professional colleagues and networks are consulted to share information and critique the efficacy and efficiency of potential access solutions.
- 4.3 Research findings on best practice access and use solutions are documented and shared with colleagues and relevant professionals.
- 4.4 Mechanisms are put in place to review and contribute to the updating of professional literature regarding access to the built environment.
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.
Disabilities may include:
a single disability or combination of disabilities
impairment: problem in body function or structure, such as significant deviation or loss
activity limitation: difficulty in executing core functions of self-care, mobility or communication
participation restriction: problem in involvement in life situations, such as school or employment
permanent or temporary disabilities.
Built environment may include:
new or renovated premises, including:
commercial
public
private
recreational
communication systems
fittings and fixtures
parks, gardens and open spaces, including walking tracks and horse riding trails
public byways, including roads, bicycle lanes and pedestrian paths
public transport stops, stations and vehicles
tunnels.
Processes may include:
development and maintenance of networks with relevant personnel
membership of relevant associations
peer review of specific projects
subscription to relevant publications, e-forums and websites.
Best practice international and national solutions may include:
communication devices
fittings and fixtures
interior design solutions
premises’ design to facilitate access
technological solutions
telecommunications solutions
urban design solutions.
Legislation, codes and standards may include:
Australian and international standards
Australian and international guideline documents
Disability Discrimination Act and regulations and amendments
Disability (Access to Premises - Buildings) Standards
Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport (DSAPT)
Disability Standards for Education
state, territory and local authority legislation, regulations and planning requirements
NCC, including:
deemed-to-satisfy solutions
formulation of performance-based alternative solutions.
Disabilities may include:
a single disability or combination of disabilities
impairment: problem in body function or structure, such as significant deviation or loss
activity limitation: difficulty in executing core functions of self-care, mobility or communication
participation restriction: problem in involvement in life situations, such as school or employment
permanent or temporary disabilities.
Built environment may include:
new or renovated premises, including:
commercial
public
private
recreational
communication systems
fittings and fixtures
parks, gardens and open spaces, including walking tracks and horse riding trails
public byways, including roads, bicycle lanes and pedestrian paths
public transport stops, stations and vehicles
tunnels.
Processes may include:
development and maintenance of networks with relevant personnel
membership of relevant associations
peer review of specific projects
subscription to relevant publications, e-forums and websites.
Best practice international and national solutions may include:
communication devices
fittings and fixtures
interior design solutions
premises’ design to facilitate access
technological solutions
telecommunications solutions
urban design solutions.
Legislation, codes and standards may include:
Australian and international standards
Australian and international guideline documents
Disability Discrimination Act and regulations and amendments
Disability (Access to Premises - Buildings) Standards
Disability Standards for Accessible Public Transport (DSAPT)
Disability Standards for Education
state, territory and local authority legislation, regulations and planning requirements
NCC, including:
deemed-to-satisfy solutions
formulation of performance-based alternative solutions.
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 who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the required skills and knowledge specified in this unit.
In particular, the person should demonstrate the ability to:
source authoritative, current and relevant information about:
effects of disabilities on access
legislative requirements for the provision of access and use
best practice solutions for the provision of access and use
develop and maintain mechanisms and processes for capturing, storing and updating information sources
conduct research and synthesise and evaluate information to inform the provision of advice regarding the development of solutions for access and use
research and critique solutions regarding conflicting compliance provisions and access issues that are not the subject of legislation
document findings of research and analysis for two different projects.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge may be conducted in an off-site context and is to comply with regulatory and Australian standards’ requirements.
Resource implications for assessment include access to:
relevant legislation, codes, standards and guidelines
national and international literature regarding legislation, the effects of disabilities on access and use, and best practice design solutions
professional forums to develop and share knowledge.
Method of assessment
Assessment methods must:
satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the CPP07 Property 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.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function.
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.
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.
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 required skills and knowledge specified in this unit.
In particular, the person should demonstrate the ability to:
source authoritative, current and relevant information about:
effects of disabilities on access
legislative requirements for the provision of access and use
best practice solutions for the provision of access and use
develop and maintain mechanisms and processes for capturing, storing and updating information sources
conduct research and synthesise and evaluate information to inform the provision of advice regarding the development of solutions for access and use
research and critique solutions regarding conflicting compliance provisions and access issues that are not the subject of legislation
document findings of research and analysis for two different projects.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge may be conducted in an off-site context and is to comply with regulatory and Australian standards’ requirements.
Resource implications for assessment include access to:
relevant legislation, codes, standards and guidelines
national and international literature regarding legislation, the effects of disabilities on access and use, and best practice design solutions
professional forums to develop and share knowledge.
Method of assessment
Assessment methods must:
satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the CPP07 Property 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.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function.
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.
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.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXF33 | CPPACC8002 | Research and analyse access solutions for the built environment | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J825 | CPP80313 | Graduate Diploma of Access Consulting | Qualification |
| BGI2 | CPP80221 | Graduate Diploma of Building Design | Qualification |