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Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Type B construction

Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Type B construction

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCBC5001
State Code
OCR24
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2024
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
040305 - Building Surveying
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to access, interpret and apply relevant building codes and standards to the construction processes for Type B construction. It includes interpreting the National Construction Code (NCC) and other codes and standards related to a specific building.It applies to NCC classifications:Commercial - Class 2 to 9, Type B This unit of competency applies to builders, project managers and related construction industry professionals responsible for ensuring compliance with building codes and standards in the building and construction industry.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.Licensing, regulatory or registration requirements apply to this unit of competency in some jurisdictions. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm these requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Classify buildings.
  • 1.1 Determine the nature, use and arrangement of buildings.
  • 1.2 Apply NCC criteria to determine the defined building classification.
  • 1.3 Identify relevant Performance Requirements of the NCC that apply to a project.
  • 1.4 Identify compliance and assess non-compliance against the NCC Performance Requirements.
2 Determine compliance solutions within the NCC.
  • 2.1 Determine Performance Solutions to meet the Performance Requirements.
  • 2.2 Discuss options with relevant persons to necessitate design or construction change.
  • 2.3 Apply Deem-to-Satisfy (DTS) solution with supporting evidence to comply with the Performance Requirements.
  • 2.4 Consider Performance Solutions and supporting evidence to achieve compliance with Performance Requirements.
  • 2.5 Document performance-based solutions in accordance with organisational quality procedures and processes.
  • 2.6 Complete and compile relevant documentation and evidence that complies with NCC Performance Requirements.
3 Apply fire protection requirements.
  • 3.1 Identify passive and active fire control elements required by relevant legislation.
  • 3.2 Determine level of fire resistance required for the construction of buildings up to three storeys.
  • 3.3 Apply NCC requirements with respect to passive and active fire protection to buildings up to three storeys.
  • 3.4 Check passive and active fire protection requirements are applied during and on completion of works.
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