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Provide access advice on building renovations

Provide access advice on building renovations

Unit of competency
National Code
CPPACC4020A
State Code
W9792
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/04/2011
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/09/2014
Field of Education
030905 - Building Services Engineering
Original Release Date
15/09/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit specifies the competency required to provide advice on renovations to achieve optimum access to existing buildings. This advice is required both in situations where compliance can be achieved as well as where compliance cannot be achieved due to pre-existing conditions.Access consultants work in close consultation with other professionals in the building industry and are required to provide a high level of accurate advice on access issues to inform decision making by certifying authorities.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Identify areas of building that require modification to achieve access.
  • 1.1 Classification of the building to be renovated is determined in accordance with the Building Code of Australia (BCA).1.2 BCA requirements for access to the class of building to be renovated are determined.1.3 Areas of the building that require modification to achieve compliant access required by building legislation are identified.1.4 Appropriate renovation options for non-compliant areas and non-compliant elements to achieve a compliant level of access are determined.
2Provide advice to client on renovation process to achieve compliant access.
  • 2.1 Appropriate steps in the renovation process for achieving compliant access are determined.2.2 Processes to be undertaken to renovate the building spaces and elements to achieve compliance are determined.2.3 Proposed renovation process is discussed with the client and the extent to which compliant access can be achieved is explained.
3Identify areas of the building where pre-existing conditions prevent compliant access.
  • 3.1 Non-compliant areas and elements unable to be modified due to pre-existing conditions are identified and documented.3.2 Advice is provided on renovation options for upgrade where pre-existing conditions prevent modification to full compliance.
4Prepare the building renovations access report.
  • 4.1 A building renovations access report is prepared for the client in accordance with contractual arrangements and organisational requirements.4.2 The draft building renovations access report is reviewed with appropriate persons in accordance with organisational requirements.4.3 Feedback received from the review process is incorporated and the building renovations access report is completed.
5Distribute and store the building renovations access report.
  • 5.1 The building renovations access report and associated documentation are prepared in accordance with organisational arrangements.5.2 The building renovations access report and associated documentation are forwarded to the client in accordance with contractual arrangements.5.3 A copy of the building renovations 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.
Classification of the building is:
prescribed in Part A of the BCA.
Building legislation may include:
Australian standards
BCA
Disability Discrimination Act (DDA)
DDA Premises Standard
DDA Transport Standard
local government building regulations
state and territory building legislation.
Client may include:
owner and manager
building designer
builder
building certifier
developer.
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.
Appropriate person may include:
another member of the building renovations access team
business partner or colleague
staff member.
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
interpreting and applying anti-discrimination legislation for the provision of access
interpreting and applying other relevant legislation for the provision of access
reading and interpreting building plans accurately
using measurement tools correctly and recording collected data accurately
assessing accurately the method of the building's construction
interpreting accurately manufacturers' specifications and advising on their suitability for providing practical access
preparing a building renovations access report that complies with legislative requirements and fulfils contractual requirements
complying with OHS regulations applicable to workplace operations
applying organisational management policies and procedures, including quality assurance requirements.
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
AXH67 CPPACC4020 Provide access advice on building renovations Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
W976 CPP40811 Certificate IV in Access Consulting Qualification