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Candidate Coaching &

RPL Pack 2018

Skill Set CPCSS00004 – Provide Building Surveying Services for Residential Buildings up to Three Storeys

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Table of Contents

Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 3

What pathways are available for completing the course? ..................................................................... 3

What is Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)? ......................................................................................... 3

How does the recognition process work? .............................................................................................. 4

What if there are gaps in evidence? ....................................................................................................... 5

What you need to do. ............................................................................................................................. 5

The CPDAD modules for Skill Set CPCSS004 ........................................................................................... 6

What competencies are included in the Skill Set? .................................................................................. 6

Units and Evidence Requirements .......................................................................................................... 7

What evidence will I need to provide for each module? ........................................................................ 7

Module 3: CPDAD030 Introduction to the BCA .................................................................................... 16

Module 4: CPDAD040 Construction methods and materials for residential buildings ........................ 16

Module 5: CPDAD050 Process building applications for residential buildings ..................................... 20

Module 6: CPDAD060 Conduct and report on initial, advanced and final inspections of residential buildings ................................................................................................................................................ 24

Module 7: CPDAD070 Conduct and report on building surveying audits of residential buildings ....... 31

Applicant Statutory Declaration ........................................................................................................... 36

Signature of declarant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ............................ 36

Before me (Witnessed by a Justice of the Peace) ............................................................................... 36

Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ............................... 36

Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ................................................................................ 36

Office Use Only ..................................................................................................................................... 36

Employer / Client Declaration ............................................................................................................... 37

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Introduction Thank you for choosing CPD Training to assist you with gaining recognition for your skills and

knowledge in building surveying. We have developed this kit to help you gather evidence of your

competence in the units across the Advanced Diploma of Building Surveying and to assist you to

prepare for the professional conversations you will be having with a CPD Training Coach and Assessor.

The principle method of assessing your existing competence will be through the recognition of prior

learning (RPL).

Participation in this program will require you to:

1. Participate in an induction discussion to set up an individual coaching plan;

2. Participate in professional conversation with your assessor

3. Gather evidence for each unit of competency that demonstrates that the relevant Training

Package requirements have been met.

What pathways are available for completing the course? CPD training offers a flexible approach to training which includes:

1. Learning by Modules – Undertaking studies by the reading of notes, or attending seminars where available, and undertaking written assessment tasks including options for work place assessment

2. RPL by previous education – the candidate has undertaken similar studies and can produce evidence of completion, and demonstrate that their skills are current.

3. RPL by assessing competence – if you are currently working in a current role, your competence can be assessed by RPL by providing sufficient evidence that meets the training package requirements specific to that unit of competency.

The process of RPL is further explained below. It is likely that most candidates will complete the Advanced Diploma or Skill set using a combination of all three of the above methods. That is, there will be units of competency that the candidate will not have experience in, and therefore will have to study that unit using the learning material provided and complete the assessments for that unit. For people with experience in Building Surveying or related occupations, RPL may be used to verify competence in the units.

What is Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)? As the term may suggest, RPL is recognition of prior learning. Such learning may be through either

prior studies, or work/life experiences.

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This program is designed as a RPL process supported by professional conversations. In many instances

RPL is simply known as “recognition” and is a formal acknowledgment of your skills and knowledge

that you have gained through training, work experience and/or life experiences.

Recognition of prior learning also takes into account your current competencies and any formal

learning you may have undertaken in the past. Assessing your current level of competence in a job

role is known as Recognition of Current Competency (RCC).

If you can provide sufficient evidence to demonstrate competence to the standards required for the

qualification you are able to apply for recognition of your competencies regardless of how those

competencies were acquired.

Recognition of other qualifications that you hold is commonly known as Credit Transfer.

Credit transfer is an assessment process that assesses a qualification or other formal training outcome

and determines the extent to which it is equivalent to the required standards in a qualification.

This may include credit transfer based on any formal learning that you have undertaken.

It should be noted that RPL can only be granted if sufficient evidence demonstrating that the relevant

requirements of the training package for that unit have been met. For example, simply stating that

you are a building surveyor with 20 years’ experience may not be enough to demonstrate competency,

nor may the submission of a transcript from a related course without a module description.

How does the recognition process work? The recognition process requires you to gather evidence of your prior learning and work experiences

and the evidence is mapped against the training package competency standards and judged or

assessed by a qualified assessor. As with all recognition processes your evidence must be valid,

current, authentic and sufficient.

Valid

Relates to the relevance of your CV,

letter and other evidence. How it

“aligns” to the unit requirements

Throughout this kit you will find recommendations for

quite specific types of evidence including a copy of

your certificates, building surveying documents and

work history.

Currency

Relates to the age of evidence.

We recommend you draw from the last 12 months and

not to go back further than 3 years. If your evidence is

over 3 years old and you have not been actively

working in the building surveying industry in recent

years then you will need to discuss this with us. You

may need to complete some units in training mode,

not RPL.

Authenticity

Relates to ensuring the evidence

presented is genuine and yours.

All past certificates and qualifications that you submit

as evidence must be a signed as a genuine copy of the

original by a JP and have the correct codes and

qualification name and be from an identifiable RTO or

university.

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Your work evidence must be your own work or you are

part of a team. Do not submit evidence that is the work

of another person. We check signatures on records,

and ask for third party letters of authentication from a

manager, or client and / or statutory declarations.

Sufficiency

Relates to the amount of evidence

collected.

We have supplied guidance on evidence checklists in

this kit. Please follow the instructions closely. Work on

the self-assessment checks first, then clearly label your

evidence. You can provide more that the minimum but

do not go overboard. Not too little and not too much.

What if there are gaps in evidence? If there are gaps in evidence or questions arising from the quality of the evidence, authenticity or

currency you will be given the opportunity to explain this and if necessary to resubmit further

evidence. You will have an agreed time to complete the process with reasonable adjustments

depending on your circumstances.

If you do not have enough evidence you will be required to complete the relevant unit of

competency in training mode.

What you need to do.

1. Gather the following information for discussion with your assessor. General employment documents CV or work history; Relevant position descriptions; Certificates/results of assessment; Details of in house courses, workshops, seminars, orientation or induction sessions; References/letters from previous employers/supervisors.

Workplace documents Certificates/results of assessment; Site training records; Site competencies held record; Membership of relevant professional associations; Relevant hobbies/interests/special skills outside work; Industry awards; Any other documentation that may demonstrate industry experience.

Completed self-assessment checklist Complete the self-assessment checklist in this document for the relevant unit of competency. Unfortunately, we will not be in a position to give you RPL unless you can clearly demonstrate competency in each of the r

2. Participate in the Induction Discussion with your Assessor and develop your

individual coaching and portfolio plan.

3. Gather evidence and prepare for professional conversations with the Assessor See the unit by unit description of the evidence you must gather for each module and unit.

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4. Participate in professional conversations with your Assessor An assessor will review the information you have provided and give feedback on the coverage of your evidence against the unit requirements. You will have the opportunity to discuss and identify your experience with the assessor who will understand your industry experience and the assessor will conduct a competency conversation with you. You will be required to answer building surveying and legislation related questions. A range of sample questions have been provided to assist you to prepare for these discussions. Refer to the unit evidence guide.

5. Completion of each module and the units of competency At each module, your assessor will give you final feedback on your knowledge and demonstration of applied skills that have been recognised through the evidence and the “professional conversation”. The decision is made whether you have gained the agreed RPL units and can move on to the next module and units. Or, if you do have skill gaps, these may be addressed through further workplace evidence or more formal training and assessment “top up” supplied by the Assessor. See the example topic discussion points in this coaching guide.

The CPDAD modules for Skill Set CPCSS00004

Skill Set for Residential Buildings up to three Storeys

CPDAD001 - Introduction

CPDAD010 - Design documentation for residential buildings to three storeys

CPDAD020 - Process planning applications for residential buildings

CPDAD030 - Introduction to the BCA

CPDAD040 - Construction methods and materials for residential buildings

CPDAD050 - Process building applications for residential buildings

CPDAD060 - Conduct and report on initial, advanced and final inspections of residential buildings

CPDAD070 -Conduct and report on building surveying audits of residential buildings

What competencies are included in the Skill Set?

CPD Module Units of competency in each module

CPDAD010 - Design

documentation for

residential buildings to

three storeys

CPCCBS6004 - Assess and advise on compliance of design documentation

for residential buildings to three storeys (part thereof)

CPDAD020 - Process

planning applications for

residential buildings

CPCCBS6004 - Assess and advise on compliance of design documentation


CPCCBS6006 - Process planning applications for residential buildings up to

3 storeys

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CPDAD030 - Introduction

to the BCA

CPCCBS6001 - Research and evaluate construction methods and materials


CPDAD040 -Construction

methods and materials for


CPCCBS6001 - Research and evaluate construction methods and materials


CPDAD050 - Process

Building Applications for


CPCCBS6008 - Process building applications for residential buildings up to

three storeys

CPDAD060 -Conduct and

report on initial, advanced

and final inspections of


CPCCBS6012 - Conduct and report on initial construction inspections of

residential buildings up to three storeys

CPCCBS6014 - Conduct and report on advanced and final inspections of


CPDAD070 -Conduct and

report on building

surveying audits of


CPCCBC6010 - Conduct and report on building surveying audits of


Units and Evidence Requirements

What evidence will I need to provide for each module?

1. Read through each of the following tables and familiarise yourself with the evidence

required.

2. Gather sufficient evidence for each unit of competency. A list of expected evidence is

provided. You need to provide sufficient evidence to demonstrate competence.

3. Build a portfolio of evidence for discussion with your assessor.

4. Record in the” Item No.” Column the label you have placed on each piece of evidence in

your portfolio.

5. Gather validation of your experience from a third party. You can do this either by:

a. Asking a third party such as your supervisor or previous supervisor to complete the

Validation by Workplace Supervisor section included in the table for each unit of

competency. They will also need to complete the Third Party Workplace Report

Cover page included here; OR

b. Ask a third party to complete the Employer/ Client Declaration.

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Module 1: CPDAD010 Design Documentation for residential buildings to three storeys

CPDAD010

CPCCBS6004- Assess and advise on compliance of design documentation for

residential buildings to three storeys

What does this unit cover?

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to review proposed building design

documentation during the design process for buildings and structures included in Building Code of

Australia (BCA) definitions for class 1 and 10 up to three storeys and not more than 2000 square

metres in floor area. It applies to providing advice on the preparation of planning and building

approval applications and on the compliance of proposed design documentation with the

requirements of building and planning legislation, regulations, codes and standards that apply to the

nature and location of each project.

The unit supports the work of building surveyors providing advisory code-consulting services to

building and construction professionals involved in developing building design documentation up to

the building approval application stage. The building surveyor may provide advice concurrently on a

range of building design projects in different locations.

Building surveyors must operate within the regulatory constraints that govern the relationship

between their advisory and statutory roles and ensure that no conflict of interest arises.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit in some States.

Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those

requirements.

What evidence will I need to provide for this module?

You will need to demonstrate that all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit (as attached) have been satisfied before we can grant RPL.

In other words, you must be able to demonstrate that you have developed and applied the following for four (4) different building surveying projects, each involving classes 1 and 10

Your submission must incorporate buildings up to three storeys and include at least:

Two (2) types of class 1 a buildings in different locations

One class 1b building

One class 10 building being either a bushfire shelter; or swimming pool; or retaining wall

Each research report must demonstrate the ability to:

liaise with specialist experts to ensure timely provision of advice within terms of service level agreement

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determine compliance requirements for the four different projects and provide advice to clients on how compliance requirements apply to each project

advise clients of the documentation required for planning and building permit applications for the four projects

analyse complete sets of building design documentation for two planning and two building approval applications relating to the four projects and:

provide advice on two cost-effective and efficient design alternatives that meet compliance requirements

provide written advice on the compliance of design documentation with the requirements of building and planning legislation, regulations, codes and standards applicable to the project location, including possible solutions to compliance issues

invite questions from clients regarding compliance advice and explain requirements in detail provide responses to six different requests from clients for specific information regarding

different types of compliance issues

You will also need to:

provide evidence of your role in the project

Answer questions during a discussion with your assessor about your knowledge and

application of the Building Code (BCA) and Australian Standards and legislation.

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CPDAD010 - Design Documentation for residential buildings to three storeys Self-Check

CPCCBS6004- Assess and advise on compliance of design documentation for residential buildings to three storeys

Pathway 1 – Credit Transfer

Appropriate unit of competency / subject (Credit transfer.)

(That is that you have completed CPCCBS6004 with another RTO) Yes

No

Pathway 2 – Previous Study

Previous study undertaken in the last 10 years that addresses the all of Elements, Performance Evidence and Performance knowledge requirements of this Unit (as attached)

Note: You will need to include the outline for each individual module/subject of your previous course including the Learning Outcomes, and/or Elements covered. Unfortunately, the simple submission of a transcript or qualification listing module or qualification names only does not allow us to carry out an accurate assessment.

Yes

No

Pathway 3 – Work Experience

Submission of samples of your work that addresses the relevant Elements, Performance Evidence and Performance knowledge requirements of this Unit (as attached)

Note: To demonstrate competency, you must provide four (4) sample reports that that address the requirements below for:



One class 10 building being either a bushfire shelter; or swimming pool; or retaining

wall

1. Plan and manage code-consulting services by detailing:

- Scope and nature of advice

- Identifying external specialists

- Project management processes

- File management processes

Yes

No

2. Confirm compliance requirements for the project and inform clients by identifying the:

- Relevant state or territory building control legislation

- Requirements of the NCC-BCA and Australian Standards

- Relevant Planning constraints

- Compliance requirements

Yes

No

3. Provide advice on architectural drawings and documentation for planning approval and building, in particular:

- Advising clients of the drawings and documents required for planning approval

- Checking that the documents submitted comply with the relevant requirements of the legislation

- Advice on specialist area of expertise and compliance

- Provide solutions to compliance issues

Yes

No

4. Respond to client enquiries regarding compliance issues Yes

No

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Supporting proof that authenticates that this is the candidates work Yes

No

Interview with CPD Training Assessor and verification Yes

No

Produce evidence of currency Yes

No

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Module 2: CPDAD020 Process Planning Applications for residential buildings

CPDAD020

CPCCBS6006- Process planning applications for residential buildings up to 3

storeys


This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to process planning applications for

residential buildings in classes 1 and 10 as defined in the Building Code of Australia (BCA) and up to

three storeys and not more than 2000 square metres in floor area.

The unit covers gathering and assessing documentation that supports the planning application

process required to obtain planning permission.

The unit supports the work of private and municipal building surveyors carrying out the statutory

role of ensuring that proposed residential building projects meet relevant compliance requirements

prior to issuing planning permits.



requirements.









identify relevant approving authority requirements for assessing and issuing planning permissions and ensure adherence to relevant administrative processes

gather relevant planning application documentation, including drawings, for each building project and assess each application for compliance with relevant legislation, codes, regulations and local planning authority requirements

analyse documentation supplied by at least one external consultant for each planning application, to ensure information is accurate and complete and to determine compliance of the planning application

identify and note areas of non-compliance and produce a range of alternative solutions for client consideration

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document final planning permission for each building project, noting specific conditions and validity of each permit

lodge final planning approval with the relevant authorities and notify the client.



Answer questions during a discussion with your assessor about your knowledge and application of the Building Code (BCA) and Australian Standards and legislation.

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CPDAD020 Process Planning Applications for residential buildings

Self-Check

CPCCBS6006- Process planning applications for residential buildings up to 3 storeys




No

Pathway 2 –Work Experience



Yes

No







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1. Plan and prepare to assess planning application, in particular:

- Nature and scope of applications are reviewed and relevant legislation , codes and policies are accessed

- Specified timelines are identified

- Site inspections is carried out

- Need for external consultant advice is identified and such consultants are engaged as required

Yes

No

2. Assess Planning Application

- Documentation is reviewed

- Property ownership is confirmed

- Documents are assessed for compliance

- Areas of non-compliance are identified and client advised

Yes

No

3. Assess revised design plans Yes

No

4. Finalise planning permits

- Public notices are arranged in accordance with planning requirements and legislation

- Final planning permit is processed

- Copy of planning permit is submitted to local authority and client

Yes

No

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All Candidates


No


No


No

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Module 3: CPDAD030 Introduction to the BCA Module 4: CPDAD040 Construction methods and materials for residential buildings

CPDAD030 CPDAD040

CPCCBS6001- Research and evaluate construction methods and materials for

residential buildings to three storeys

What do these units cover?

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to develop an understanding of traditional,

new and emerging construction methods and materials, including systems and components for

services, for class 1 and 10 buildings as defined in the Building Code of Australia (BCA) and up to

three storeys and not more than 2000 square metres in floor area. It involves researching and

analysing construction industry information, including research papers, engineering reports, material

specifications and performance data; and following information management procedures to ensure

that construction methods and materials are evaluated using current and accurate information.

This unit supports the work of building surveyors who provide advisory code-consulting services or

authorised statutory services relating to planning or building permit application assessment or

building audit and inspection services for class 1 and 10 residential buildings.



requirements.


Unfortunately, we will not in a position to grant RPL for this unit unless you can demonstrate that all of the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit (as attached) have been satisfied.

In other words, you must be able to demonstrate that you have developed and maintained current research findings to support building surveying services for three different building surveying projects, each involving classes 1 and 10


Two (2) separate reports for a three storey class 1 a dwellings in different climatic,

geographic or planning zones

A single storey class 1 or 10 building

Each research report must contain research findings, recommendations and supporting evidence for each building projects, based on an evaluation of:

characteristics and applications of a range of materials suitable for the structural elements and building envelope, including the fire resistance of materials appropriate to the class of building

different construction methods and systems applicable to structural elements and building envelope

components and systems for services that consider:

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relevant compliance requirements

Installation methods.



Answer questions during a discussion with your assessor about your knowledge and application of the Building Code (BCA) and Australian Standards and legislation.

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Module 3: CPDAD030 Introduction to the BCA Module 4: CPDAD040 Construction methods and materials for residential buildings

Self-Check

CPCCBS6001- Research and evaluate construction methods and materials for residential buildings to three storeys




No

Pathway 2 – Previous Study



Yes

No



Note: To demonstrate competency, you must provide three (3) sample reports that that address the requirements below for:

Two (2) separate reports for a three storey class 1 a dwellings in different climatic,

geographic or planning zones

A single storey class 1 or 10 building

1. An analysis of the construction methods detailing information relating to methods for:

- Site investigation and preparation

- Foundations and footings

- Structural and supporting systems

- Enclosing systems

- Services

- Health and amenity

- Energy Efficiency

Yes

No

2. An analysis of the construction materials detailing information relating to the construction materials for:

- Foundations and footings

- Structural and supporting systems

- Enclosing systems

Yes

No

3. An analysis of information relating to service provisions, in particular:

- Energy supply

- Heating and cooling

- Fire protection options

- Gas and hydraulic service and supply

Yes

No

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All Candidates


No


No


No

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Module 5: CPDAD050 Process building applications for residential buildings

CPDAD050

CPCCBS6008- Process building applications for residential buildings up to three

storeys


This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to process building applications for

residential buildings in classes 1 and 10 as defined in the Building Code of Australia (BCA) and up to

three storeys and not more than 2000 square metres in floor area.

The unit covers gathering and assessing documentation that supports the building application

process which, if successful, results in the issuing of a building permit.

It supports the work of private and municipal building surveyors carrying out the statutory role of

ensuring that proposed residential building projects meet relevant compliance requirements prior to

commencement of construction.



requirements.









identify relevant approving authority requirements for assessing and issuing building permissions and ensure adherence to relevant administrative processes

identify all codes, legislation and planning provisions applicable to the building application

gather relevant building application documentation, including drawings, for each building project and assess each application for compliance with relevant legislation, codes, regulations and local building authority requirements

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analyse documentation supplied by at least one external consultant for each building application to ensure information is accurate and complete and to determine compliance of the building application

seek and obtain approval or consent from at least one service authority for each building approval application

identify and note areas of non-compliance and produce a range of alternative solutions for client consideration

document final building permission for each building approval, noting specific conditions and validity of each permit

lodge final building approval with the relevant authorities and notify the client.



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CPDAD050 Process building applications for residential buildings

Self-Check

CPCCBS6008- Process building applications for residential buildings up to three storeys

Pathway 1



No

Pathway 2

Previous study that addresses the relevant Elements, Performance Evidence and Performance knowledge requirements of this Unit (as attached)


Yes

No

Pathway 3






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1. Plan and prepare to assess building applications detailing:

- The nature and scope of building applications and the relevant legislation, codes and local planning policies are accessed

- Specific approval timelines of the relevant local authority are identified

- Proposed site is inspected

- consultants are engaged as required

Yes

No

2. Assess Building Application Documentation

- Documentation is reviewed

- Property ownership is confirmed

- Documents are assessed for compliance

- Site of proposal is reviewed for possible environmental laws and exclusions and compliance requirements are noted and documented for discussion

Yes

No

3. Assess revised design plans and documentation Yes

No

4. Finalise building permits

- Public notices are arranged in accordance with planning requirements and legislation

- Final planning permit is processed

- Copy of planning permit is submitted to local authority and client

Yes

No

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All Candidates


No


No


No

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Module 6: CPDAD060 Conduct and report on initial, advanced and final inspections of residential buildings

CPDAD060

CPCCBS6012- Conduct and report on initial construction inspections of


CPCCBS6014- Conduct and report on advanced and final inspections of



This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to inspect for compliance the site preparation, foundations, footings and framing of class 1 and 10 buildings and structures, as defined in the Building Code of Australia (BCA) and up to three storeys and not more than 2000 square metres in floor area.

The unit supports the work of private or municipal building surveyors or certifiers who conduct mandated inspections of class 1 and 10 buildings and structures at the following initial stages of construction:

site preparation, foundations and footings framing.

It applies to planning and conducting inspections, reporting on issues of non-compliance, and preparing certificates of compliance according to legislative and regulatory requirements.

The certificate of compliance for each stage must be completed and processed before the next stage of construction may commence.

The building surveyor or certifier must be satisfied that remedial work required in cases of non-compliance is understood by the building contractor and completed within required timeframes. This involves developing and maintaining professional and cooperative relationships with building contractors throughout a highly regulated process.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit in some States. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.



In other words, you must be able to demonstrate that you have prepared for and conducted the inspection of:

Foundations and footings for

o Two (2) types of class 1 a buildings in different locations

o One class 1b building

o One class 10 building being either a bushfire shelter; or swimming pool; or retaining

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Frame and Wet Areas for

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o Two types of Class 1b buildings in different locations

Compliance requirements are identified for:

o Roof and wall cladding

o Glazing

o Fire safety

o Health and amenity

o Safe movement and access

o Energy efficiency

For




wall

Final Inspection of building or structure is carried out for the purposes of issuing a final

occupation certificate for:




wall

Your evidence must demonstrate the ability to:

identify and interpret relevant compliance requirements, including differences in requirements for:

types of building or structure

particular geographic, climatic or planning zones

interpret working drawings, specifications and building permit conditions for each inspection

identify and apply work health and safety (WHS) requirements for site visits

develop and maintain professional and cooperative relationships with building contractors throughout a highly regulated process

observe and document all non-compliant features of:

site preparation, foundations and footings

framing

wet areas

Prepare and process compliance documentation according to scope of personal responsibilities and legislative and regulatory requirements.



Answer questions during a discussion with your assessor about your knowledge and application of the Building Code (BCA) and Australian Standards and legislation

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CPDAD060 Conduct and report on initial, advanced and final inspections of


Self-Check

CPCCBS6012- Conduct and report on initial construction inspections of residential buildings up to three storeys

Pathway 1



No

Pathway 2


Note: You will need to include the outline for each individual module/subject of your previous course including the Learning Outcomes, and/or Elements covered. Unfortunately, the simple submission of a transcript or qualification listing module or qualification names only does not allow us to carry out an

accurate assessment.

Yes

No

Pathway 3


Note: To demonstrate competency, you must provide sample reports that that address the requirements below for:

Foundations and footings for




wall

Frame and Wet Areas for


o Two types of Class 1b buildings in different locations

Compliance requirements are identified for:

o Roof and wall cladding

o Glazing

o Fire safety

o Health and amenity

o Safe movement and access

o Energy efficiency

For




wall

Final Inspection of building or structure is carried out for the purposes of issuing a final

occupation certificate for:




wall

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1. Plan and prepare to inspect site preparation and foundations and footings

Site classification is determined according to BCA definitions and compliance requirements for site preparation, foundations and footings are identified and interpreted.

Approved building design drawings and specifications are interpreted and variations from deemed-to-satisfy provisions for compliance are confirmed with senior personnel or statutory authority.

Inspections are scheduled according to project and legislative and regulatory requirements, and stakeholders are notified as required

Missed inspections are recorded and reported according to legislative and regulatory requirements

Work health and safety (WHS) requirements for inspections of site preparation, foundations and footings are identified

Yes

No

2. Inspect and report on site preparation, foundations and footings

Site preparation, foundations and footings are surveyed according to project, statutory and WHS requirements

Features of site preparation, foundations and footings are assessed against compliance requirements, approved drawings, and discussed with on-site personnel as required

Inspections undertaken to ensure compliance with waterproofing are validated and documented

Details of non-compliant features are documented and reported according to workplace procedures and legislative and regulatory requirements

Non-compliant features are discussed with relevant contractors and work required to remedy non-compliance is negotiated according to scope of personal responsibilities.

Timeframe for remedial action and rescheduled inspection is negotiated according to scope of personal responsibilities, and contractor’s failure to comply is reported according to legislative and regulatory requirements if required

Certificate of compliance for foundations and footings is prepared and processed according to legislative and regulatory requirements and scope of personal responsibilities

Yes

No

3. Plan and prepare to inspect framing

Climate zone is determined according to BCA definitions and compliance requirements for sub-floor ventilation are identified and interpreted

Yield-stress of steel frame material is determined and compliance requirements for steel framing and structural steel members are identified and interpreted

Extreme weather events for the area are determined and compliance requirements for timber framing are identified and interpreted.

Approved building design drawings and specifications are interpreted and variations from deemed-to-satisfy provisions for compliance are

Yes

No

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confirmed with senior personnel or statutory authority

Inspection is scheduled according to project and legislative and regulatory requirements, and stakeholders are notified as required.

Missed inspections are recorded and reported according to legislative and regulatory requirements.

WHS requirements for inspections of framing are identified.

4. Inspect and report on framing.

Framing is inspected according to project, statutory and WHS requirements

Features of framing are assessed against compliance requirements and approved drawings, and discussed with on-site personnel as required


Non-compliant features of framing are discussed with relevant contractors and work required to remedy non-compliance is negotiated according to scope of personal responsibilities.


Certificate of compliance for framing is prepared and processed according to legislative and regulatory requirements and scope of personal responsibilities

Yes

No

5. Plan and prepare to inspect wet areas

Wall and substrate construction methods and materials are identified

Compliance requirements for waterproofing are identified and interpreted

Approved building design drawings and specifications are interpreted and variations from deemed-to-satisfy provisions for compliance are confirmed with senior personnel or statutory authority

Inspection is scheduled according to project and legislative and regulatory requirements, and stakeholders are notified as required

Missed inspections are recorded and reported according to legislative and regulatory requirements.

WHS requirements for inspections of wet areas are identified

Yes

No

6. Inspect and report on wet areas

Wet areas are inspected according to project, statutory and WHS requirements

Waterproofing installation is assessed against manufacturer specifications, compliance requirements and approved drawings and discussed with on-site personnel as required


Non-compliant features of wet areas are discussed with relevant

Yes

No

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contractors and work required to remedy non-compliance is negotiated according to scope of personal responsibilities


Certificate of compliance for wet areas is prepared and processed according to legislative and regulatory requirements and scope of personal responsibilities

7. Interpret project compliance requirements

Design wind speed for the location is determined

Approved building design drawings and specifications are interpreted and variations from deemed-to-satisfy provisions for compliance are confirmed with senior personnel or statutory authority.

Compliance requirements for roof and wall cladding are identified and interpreted

Compliance requirements for glazing are identified and interpreted.

Compliance requirements for fire safety are identified and interpreted.

Compliance requirements for health and amenity are identified and interpreted

Compliance requirements for safe movement and access are identified and interpreted

Compliance requirements for energy efficiency are identified and interpreted

Yes

No

8. Plan Inspections

Building approval documentation is reviewed and requirements for specific additional inspections are interpreted.

Specialist consultants with relevant expertise are identified and engaged, if required, according to workplace procedures

Work health and safety (WHS) requirements and tools and equipment required for inspections are identified and applied to planning

Inspections are scheduled according to project and legislative and regulatory requirements, and stakeholders are notified as required

9. Inspect compliance of building or structure

Building or structure is surveyed according to statutory and WHS requirements

Features of the building are assessed against compliance requirements and approved drawings, and discussed with on-site personnel as required.

Details of non-compliant features are documented and reported according to workplace procedures and legislative and regulatory requirements.

Non-compliant features are discussed with relevant contractors and work required to remedy non-compliance is negotiated according to scope of personal responsibilities

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Certificate of occupancy is prepared and processed according to legislative and regulatory requirements and scope of personal responsibilities

All Candidates


No


No


No

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Module 7: CPDAD070 Conduct and report on building surveying audits of residential buildings

CPDAD070

CPCCBS6010- Conduct and report on building surveying audits of residential

buildings


This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to audit residential class 1 and 10 buildings and structures against current requirements of the Building Code of Australia (BCA) and local planning policies. These class 1 and 10 buildings and structures are as defined in the BCA and up to three storeys and not more than 2000 square metres in floor area.

The unit supports the work of private and municipal building surveyors providing advisory code-consulting services, who carry out building surveying audits and advise on building compliance. The unit supports the conduct of residential building surveying audits required as part of a sales process to inform planned works, including demolishing existing structures, or to inform planned upgrades to existing buildings.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit in some States. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirement








Each of the building surveying audits must include:

a documented plan outlining the schedule of the building surveying audit, its scope and limitations, and the compliance criteria to be audited

evidence of research undertaken to identify the relevant compliance requirements of the building to be audited, including additional local planning policies that are to be included in the audit

liaison with relevant specialist consultants to obtain expert advice and recommendations on aspects of the building systems and materials, construction materials or methods or other relevant components of the building

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a written report on the completed building surveying audit specifying:

inclusions and exclusions of the building surveying audit conducted

items of the building which were compliant or which met deemed-to-satisfy provisions of the BCA

items of the building that did not meet compliance requirements

findings and recommendations of specialist consultants

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CPDAD070 Conduct and report on building surveying audits of residential

buildings

Self-Check

CPCCBS6010- Conduct and report on building surveying audits of residential buildings up to three storeys

Pathway 1



No

Pathway 2


Yes

No

Pathway 3






wall

1. Scope and plan the building surveying audit

- Application and documentation are reviewed for property details and purpose of the audit is clarified

- Scope and limitations are determined and agreed criterial of the audit are negotiated

- Building plans and documentation are obtained where possible

- Building ownership and classification are confirmed and owner is contacted to arrange access

- Compliance requirements for the building are identified

- WHS requirements are identified and applied

- Specialist consultants are engage where appropriate

- Liaison with relevant stakeholders, including local planning authorities

Yes

No

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2. Conduct building surveying audit

- Visual inspections of the building interior and exterior are undertaken, construction elements of the building are noted and documented, and photographic evidence of the building is obtained according to workplace procedures

- Actual use of the building is confirmed, checked against compliance requirements, and documented.

- Agreed elements of the building are evaluated against agreed criteria according to audit scope and limitations, and areas of non-compliance are documented

- Elements of the building that comply with deemed-to-satisfy provisions of the BCA are noted and documented.

- Construction materials that may pose a risk to health and safety are documented and specialist consultants are engaged where appropriate to investigate and report on findings.

Yes

No

3. Produce building surveying audit report for client

- Audit scope, purpose, limitations and assumptions are specified in report

- Findings of building surveying audit are documented in an approved format with sufficient detail according to workplace procedures.

- Findings and recommendations of specialist consultants are included in audit report

- Areas of non-compliance and strategies for upgrade works to ensure compliance or other requirements are documented according to workplace procedures, and estimated costings for recommended works are included where required

- Compliance strategies are prioritised and suggested timeframes to achieve compliance are provided according to workplace procedures

- Final audit report is provided to client and other relevant stakeholders according to workplace procedures

Yes

No

All Candidates


No


No


No

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Third party workplace report cover page & declaration

Name of participant:

Location

Qualification: CPCSS0004A Residential Skill Set

Instruction for the third party person writing this report:

Please complete this report and give the original to the participant. It will support their evidence gathering for the course. We will use this report to verify that specific skills and knowledge submitted in the portfolio by the participant. Ideally, you should be a manager or supervisor with subject expertise in this unit.

Name of third party :

Email address:

Phone:

Role/relationship to participant :

How long have you worked or engaged the services of the candidate?

How closely do you work with candidate?

Are you a qualified trainer and assessor? (Not essential)

YES NO

Are you willing to be contacted should further verification of this report be required?

YES NO

Very briefly, please tell us what is your technical experience and/or qualification(s) in the work related to this qualification/ unit of competency?

Signature of Third Party : Date:

Thank you very much for agreeing to support the participant.

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Applicant Statutory Declaration This statutory declaration can be used where the applicant is not in a position to provide an employer /client witness declaration for some or all of the evidence.

I, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Name) of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Address) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Postcode . . . . . . . . . . . . State . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Occupation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

I make this solemn declaration conscientiously believing the same to be true and by virtue of the provisions of the Oaths Act 1990 (NSW) Insert relevant Act. Signature of declarant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Before me (Witnessed by a Justice of the Peace)

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(Signature of witness) Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connection to declarant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Postcode . . . . . . . State . . . . . . . . Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Office Use Only

File / code: Need to verify: Yes No

do solemnly and sincerely declare that

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Employer / Client Declaration

I confirm that that the information and statements made by the candidate in relation to this application for recognition are true and accurate. I confirm the following: I have sighted the evidence supporting this application I have sighted the original qualifications submitted here as copies I am in a position to verify the work experience claimed by the candidate as listed below Name: Position Relationship to the candidate: Address: Telephone: Email: Signature: Date: We may need to contact you to verify details in this application. Please provide the phone number that you should be contacted on.

Office Use Only

Forwarded to Assessor : File:

Need to verify : YES NO