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Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for large building projects

Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for large building projects

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCBC6001
State Code
OCO23
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 applicable to the construction processes of large, high-rise and complex buildings. It includes ensuring building design and specifications comply with the National Construction Code (NCC) and related standards for large residential or commercial building projects. This unit of competency applies to builders, project managers and related construction industry professionals who make a range of critical decisions in relatively complex situations and take responsibility for their actions. 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 Interpret relevant codes and standards’ requirements.
  • 1.1 Identify relevant clauses from the NCC that apply to individual open classification projects.
  • 1.2 Determine scope of works and prescriptive requirements relevant to the NCC.
  • 1.3 Access and interpret requirements of relevant Australian Standards referenced in the NCC.
2 Classify buildings.
  • 2.1 Determine the nature of buildings according to use and arrangement.
  • 2.2 Apply NCC criteria to determine the defined classification.
  • 2.3 Identify and interpret NCC requirements for multiple classifications.
3 Apply solutions to construction problems.
  • 3.1 Determine the range of NCC criteria required to ensure project compliance.
  • 3.2 Identify alternative, compliant solutions for construction problems to comply with NCC Performance Requirements.
  • 3.3 Meet the Performance Requirement of the NCC by applying a Performance Solution supported by one or a combination of the Assessment Methods.
  • 3.4 Use a Deem-to-Satisfy (DTS) solution supported by one or a combination of Assessment Methods to meet NCC compliance.
  • 3.5 Use a combination of Performance Solutions and DTS solutions to comply with the Performance Requirements of the NCC.
  • 3.6 Identify and complete relevant documentation to meet Performance Requirements of the NCC.
  • 3.7 Discuss compliance options with relevant construction personnel to ensure compliance with NCC Performance Requirements.
4 Apply fire protection requirements.
  • 4.1 Determine fire resistance required for the construction of all classes and types of buildings.
  • 4.2 Identify and apply NCC requirements with respect to passive and active fire protection to all classes and types of buildings.
  • 4.3 Check existing buildings for compliance with passive and active fire protection requirements according to NCC requirements.
5 Implement strategy to manage construction compliance.
  • 5.1 Establish strategies to manage construction compliance of large, complex and high-rise buildings with the NCC.
  • 5.2 Implement and coordinate the work of professionals involved in the development and management of the building process.
  • 5.3 Seek effective design solutions for buildings of more than three storeys to meet the needs of clients and ensure compliance with the NCC.
  • 5.4 Design and implement quality assurance processes to ensure effective and compliant management of the construction process.
  • 5.5 Detect non-conforming building materials and products and manage the evidence of suitability as required in the NCC.
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