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Plan a home based business

Plan a home based business

Unit of competency
National Code
BSBSMB306
State Code
AUG92
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
14/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/09/2015
Field of Education
080301 - Business Management
Original Release Date
15/09/2015
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assess the viability and create a plan to operate a business in the home environment. It applies to individuals who are establishing or operating a micro business providing self-employment.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine viability of basing a business in a home environment
  • 1.1 Identify activities that will be undertaken by the business and what facilities and workspace are needed
  • 1.2 Identify what licences, permits, regulations or restrictions apply to operating a home based business
  • 1.3 Identify availability of services and infrastructure to support the business
  • 1.4 Calculate costs of suitable fittings and equipment for the business and any modifications required to existing facilities and infrastructure in the home
  • 1.5 Determine access requirements of clients or delivery vehicles to the business premises
  • 1.6 Identify insurance requirements for operation of the business in the home
2. Plan workplace in a home environment
  • 2.1 Prepare a floor plan or layout that meets needs of the business and home occupants
  • 2.2 Prepare any concept plans for modifications to buildings or structures in accordance with local government requirements
  • 2.3 Obtain approvals from relevant authorities
  • 2.4 Identify work health and safety (WHS) issues and develop procedures to eliminate or minimise any risks
  • 2.5 Design workplace to provide appropriate client access and facilities while retaining privacy for home occupants
  • 2.6 Allocate adequate and secure space for business machinery, equipment and storage of materials
3. Minimise potential sources of conflict
  • 3.1 Identify possible sources of conflict with neighbours or home occupants
  • 3.2 Develop protocols for home occupants, visitors and clients to enable the business to successfully operate in the home environment
  • 3.3 Prepare a work schedule that identifies business and personal activities
  • 3.4 Establish contingency plans for unanticipated events
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1010 BSBSMB306A Plan a home based business Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCF51 BSBESB301 Investigate business opportunities Unit of competency