Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Relevant stakeholders mayinclude:
architects
builders
building owners or investors
designers
developers
engineers
facility managers
occupants.
Construction materials and products mayinclude:
cladding
floors
framing
heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems
insulation
interior and exterior paints
interior and exterior wall materials
lights and lighting systems
plaster
roof materials
types and uses of water tanks and recyclable grey water systems
windows.
Techniques to be used to support energy efficiency may include:
protecting the air barrier by minimising and sealing gaps using advanced framing techniques to increase construction productivity, reduce thermal bridging and increase operational energy efficiency
installing insulation on the outside of the frame and in the roof, walls and floor
reducing the effect of thermal bridging
selecting appropriately sized HVAC system, which considers the tightness of the structure and incorporates heat or energy recovery systems as appropriate for ventilation
using air or vapour barriers to ensure the entire building envelope is sealed, separating the inside environment from the outside
using thicker insulation to improve the building’s thermal performance.
Evaluated may involve:
occupier
owner or developer
relevant trades.

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.
Overview of assessment
This unit of competency could be assessed by performing a range of tasks in the workplace or a close simulation of the workplace environment, provided that simulated or project-based assessment techniques fully replicate construction workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
A person should demonstrate the ability to:
implement energy efficient building methods and management strategies for two building and construction projects, including:
resourcing the project with appropriately skilled tradespeople competent in energy efficient works
using energy efficient products and materials aligned with the energy efficient aims for the building envelope
clearly communicating to trades and other relevant stakeholders the energy efficiency techniques and strategies to be used in order to achieve building energy expectations
conducting appropriate performance testing of the construction to determine adherence to energy efficiency methodologies and techniques
locate, interpret and apply relevant energy efficiency related compliance requirements applicable to the building and construction projects
locate, interpret and monitor the application of relevant work health and safety (WHS) legislation, regulations and codes of practice applicable to the work site
comply with organisational policies and procedures relating to managing energy efficiency building methods and strategies, including standards.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment of this unit:
must be in the context of the work environment
may be conducted in an off-site context, provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills
must meet relevant compliance requirements.
Resource implications for assessment include:
an induction procedure
realistic tasks or simulated tasks covering the mandatory task requirements
relevant specifications and work instructions
tools and equipment appropriate to applying safe work practices
support materials appropriate to activity
workplace instructions relating to safe work practices and addressing hazards and emergencies
research resources, including industry-related systems information
safety data sheets.
Method of assessment
Assessment for this unit must verify the practical application of the required skills and knowledge, using one or more of the following methods:
direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions
questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application
review of relevant authenticated documentation from third parties, such as existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.
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.