Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

CPPHSA4004A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Assess thermal performance of existing residences using non-rating tools and techniques

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CPPHSA4004A - Assess thermal performance of existing residences using non-rating tools and techniques
Description This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to assess the thermal performance of existing residences using non-rating tools and techniques.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency supports the work of home sustainability assessors and building thermal performance assessors engaged in assessing the thermal performance of existing residences.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not Applicable
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Plan and organise the assessment.
  • Need for assessing thermal performance of an existing residential building is clarified with client.
  • Effective communication strategies are employed to assist in establishing rapport with client and in responding to client questions and concerns.
  • Assessment is planned in line with commonwealth, state or territory, and local government legislation and regulations, and industryethical and conduct standards.
  • Issues relating to state and territory legislation and regulations and industry ethical and conduct standards are identified and clarified with client.
  • Plan is established for the assessment in line with enterprise practice and client requirements.
  • Potential hazards are identified to ensure risks are suitably managed.
  • Assessment activities are planned to ensure they do not compromise the health and safety of self and others.
  • Assessment documentation is prepared in a manner consistent with enterprise practice.
  • Tools, equipment and other requirements for the assessment are identified and arrangements are made to ensure their availability on day of assessment.
  • Client is advised of information that should be obtained prior to assessment and details of assessment are confirmed.
  • Authority to proceed is obtained from client prior to commencement and reconfirmed as appropriate during the assessment.
       
Element: Gather and analyse information on thermal performance of existing residence.
  • Information required for conducting the thermal performance assessment is determined.
  • Information is gathered from the resident and measurements and observations are also conducted during inspection of residence.
  • Information is verified for accuracy and recorded using relevant data collection tool.
  • Information is analysed to identify strengths and weaknesses of the thermal performance of the residence.
       
Element: Assess options for improving thermal performance of existing residence.
  • Sources of technical advice on building thermal performance are identified.
  • Government rebates and other assistance programs for improving the thermal performance of existing residential buildings are identified.
  • Options for improving thermal performance and reducing emissions of the residence are evaluated.
  • Cost of options for improving thermal performance of the residence is estimated in line with enterprise procedures.
       
Element: Report outcomes of thermal performance assessment of existing residence.
  • Results and recommendations, along with supporting evidence, are collated and documented in line with enterprise and client requirements.
  • Estimated cost of proposed recommendations, associated reductions in costs and emissions, and improvements in thermal performance are documented in line with enterprise procedures.
  • Results and recommendations, including estimated costs, are explained to client in line with enterprise, legislative and client requirements.
       
Element: Plan and organise the assessment.
  • Need for assessing thermal performance of an existing residential building is clarified with client.
  • Effective communication strategies are employed to assist in establishing rapport with client and in responding to client questions and concerns.
  • Assessment is planned in line with commonwealth, state or territory, and local government legislation and regulations, and industryethical and conduct standards.
  • Issues relating to state and territory legislation and regulations and industry ethical and conduct standards are identified and clarified with client.
  • Plan is established for the assessment in line with enterprise practice and client requirements.
  • Potential hazards are identified to ensure risks are suitably managed.
  • Assessment activities are planned to ensure they do not compromise the health and safety of self and others.
  • Assessment documentation is prepared in a manner consistent with enterprise practice.
  • Tools, equipment and other requirements for the assessment are identified and arrangements are made to ensure their availability on day of assessment.
  • Client is advised of information that should be obtained prior to assessment and details of assessment are confirmed.
  • Authority to proceed is obtained from client prior to commencement and reconfirmed as appropriate during the assessment.
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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 the thermal performance assessment of an existing residence using non-rating tools and techniques.

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 the required skills and knowledge specified in this unit.

In particular, the person should demonstrate the ability to:

gather the building information required to conduct a thermal performance assessment of an existing residence

conduct a thermal performance assessment of an existing residence using non-rating tools and techniques

identify options for improving the thermal performance of an existing residence, taking into account the type of building, ownership of building, cost and practicality

apply knowledge of:

Australian climatic zones

building thermal performance principles

non-rating tools and techniques

passive energy design principles

relationship between building thermal performance and thermal comfort

thermal performance properties of common building materials.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge may be conducted in an off-site context and is to comply with relevant regulatory and Australian standards' requirements.

Resource implications for assessment include:

non-rating tools

relevant codes, standards and government regulations

access to residential buildings from which building information required for a building thermal performance assessment may be obtained

technology suitable for generating reports

technical reference library with current publications on:

building design and materials

house energy rating schemes (HERS)

building thermal performance for existing buildings

Australian climatic zones

manufacturers' product information on building products and materials.

Method of assessment

Assessment methods must:

satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the CPP07 Property Services Training Package

include direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions, with questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application

reinforce the integration of employability skills with workplace tasks and job roles

confirm that competency is verified and able to be transferred to other circumstances and environments.

Guidance information for assessment

This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function, for example:

CPPHSA4001A Assess household energy use

CPPHSA4002A Assess household waste generation and management

CPPHSA4003A Assess household water use.

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.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

communication skills to interact with clients from diverse social, economic and cultural backgrounds

decision-making and problem-solving skills to make recommendations based on information about the thermal performance of a planned or existing residence

literacy skills to:

complete standard forms

generate business correspondence

prepare reports

read and interpret a variety of texts, including legislation, regulations, and codes of conduct and ethical standards

numeracy skills to:

take measurements

interpret different units of measurement

perform basic calculations associated with conducting a thermal performance assessment

planning, organising and scheduling skills to undertake work related tasks, such as:

scheduling site inspections

conducting site visits within agreed timeframes

research skills to identify and locate documents and information on matters associated with building thermal performance, such as climatic zones and thermal properties of building materials

technology skills to use:

general purpose software packages

measuring instruments

time-management skills to complete assessment tasks in a time and cost efficient manner

Required knowledge

Australian climatic zones:

climatic zones and characteristics

climate data used in thermal performance assessment:

diurnal temperature range

humidity

irradiance

minimum and maximum temperature

solar geometry

wind speed and direction

building materials:

constraints on choice of building materials:

cost

practicality

size

space

embodied energy and life cycle properties of building materials

thermal performance properties of common building materials

building thermal performance:

thermal performance principles:

glazing, shading and insulation for controlling temperature

orientation for heating

thermal mass for storing

ventilation for cooling

impact of building design and building materials on building thermal performance

relationship between building thermal performance and thermal comfort

thermal performance ratings:

current rating requirements

documentation of ratings

legal requirements

uses

ways of improving thermal performance of existing residential buildings:

draught proofing

glazing

insulation

landscaping and planting

shade

structural changes

ventilation

window and floor coverings

commonwealth, state or territory, and local government legislation and regulations impacting on thermal performance assessment related to:

anti-discrimination and equal employment opportunity

building thermal performance

consumer protection, fair trading and trade practices

employment and industrial relations

environment protection

occupational health and safety (OHS)

privacy

data collection tools and techniques:

advantages and disadvantages of non-rating data collection tools and techniques

types of non-rating tools and techniques

energy and power:

terminology:

energy

energy efficiency

power

primary energy source

units of measurement

uses, cost and environmental impact of energy in residential buildings

greenhouse gas emissions:

relationship between building design, energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions

ways of reducing greenhouse gas emissions through building design

thermal comfort:

definition of thermal comfort

physical factors that influence thermal comfort

requirement for thermal comfort

role of thermal comfort in building thermal performance assessments

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.

Need for assessing thermal performance of an existing residential building may include assessment for:

building design, renovation or retrofit advice purposes

determining thermal performance profile and identifying opportunities for improving thermal performance

legislative, regulatory and compliance purposes.

Residential building refers to:

any building categorised as Class 1, 2, 4 and 10a of the Building Code of Australia or in accordance with jurisdictional requirements.

Client may include:

builder

community organisation

construction manager

government agency

house owner

landlord

property developer

property manager

real estate agent

tenant.

Effective communication strategies may include:

active listening

being non-judgemental

exploring problems

expressing an individual perspective

providing sufficient time for questions and responses

providing summarising and reflective responses in conflict situations

using appropriate words, behaviour and posture

using clarifying, summarising questions

using clear and concise language

using culturally appropriate communication

using plain English

using verbal and non-verbal communication.

Commonwealth, state or territory, and local government legislation and regulations, and industry ethical and conduct standards may include:

building thermal performance

environment protection

ethical behaviour

fair trading and consumer protection:

confidentiality

conflict of interest

duty of care

non-discriminatory practices

privacy

residential tenancies

home sustainability program-specific code of conduct

OHS

thermal performance assessment:

accreditation

assessment procedures

certification

documentation.

Issues may include:

basis for need to conduct thermal performance assessment

information required by thermal performance assessor from client

information that thermal performance assessor is required to document

objectives of thermal performance assessment

privacy of non-participating household members.

Hazards may include:

confined spaces

electricity

fire

harassment, bullying and/or violence involving co-workers or customers

hazardous substances:

asbestos

biological products

blood products

broken metal

chemicals

electrical wiring

fibres

fumes

gases

glass

insulation

leaking containers

oil and petrol

heat:

burns

scalds

manual handling:

carrying

lifting

pulling

pushing

machinery, including powered and non-powered equipment

skin penetrating injuries:

knives

sharps

syringes

waste

work environment:

access

animals

dust

floor surfaces

lighting

noise

smoking

temperature

trips and falls

working alone

working at heights

ventilation.

Assessment documentation may include:

building details

building plans and specifications

checklists

client details

company promotional materials

contact details

photographic evidence

risk assessment

site details.

Tools, equipment and other requirements may include:

calculator

clipboard

collection containers

compass

digital camera

ladder

personal protective equipment (PPE):

dust masks

eye protection

headwear

gloves

overalls

safety shoes and work boots

reference manuals

simple thermal performance calculator

tape measure

thermometer

timers

torch.

Information that should be obtained prior to assessment may include:

house construction details:

age

floor area

insulation

materials

number of storeys

household members:

age

number.

Details of assessment may include:

address and postcode of residence

assessor name and contact details

cost of assessment

date and time of assessment

duration of assessment.

Information may include:

air leakage features:

fans

wall vents

attachments to other buildings externally

construction materials

glazing

insulation levels:

ceiling

floors

walls

orientation

overshadowing

shading

thermal mass

ventilation

window size and type

zoning and layout.

Data collection tool may include:

checklists and forms

questionnaires

self-assessment forms

simple thermal performance calculator

tables.

Sources of technical advice on building thermal performance may include:

architects

builders

building designers

building thermal performance assessors

colleagues

consultants

engineers

government agencies

professional associations

research bodies

supervisors

suppliers of products related to building thermal performance.

Options for improving thermal performance and reducing emissions of the residence may include:

air leakage reduction

draught proofing

floor coverings

glazing

insulation levels

internal and external window coverings

landscaping and planting

shade

structural changes

ventilation.

Evaluation is based on:

availability of rebates and other assistance programs

cost

ownership of building

practicality

type of building.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Need for assessing thermal performance of an existing residential building is clarified with client. 
Effective communication strategies are employed to assist in establishing rapport with client and in responding to client questions and concerns. 
Assessment is planned in line with commonwealth, state or territory, and local government legislation and regulations, and industryethical and conduct standards. 
Issues relating to state and territory legislation and regulations and industry ethical and conduct standards are identified and clarified with client. 
Plan is established for the assessment in line with enterprise practice and client requirements. 
Potential hazards are identified to ensure risks are suitably managed. 
Assessment activities are planned to ensure they do not compromise the health and safety of self and others. 
Assessment documentation is prepared in a manner consistent with enterprise practice. 
Tools, equipment and other requirements for the assessment are identified and arrangements are made to ensure their availability on day of assessment. 
Client is advised of information that should be obtained prior to assessment and details of assessment are confirmed. 
Authority to proceed is obtained from client prior to commencement and reconfirmed as appropriate during the assessment. 
Information required for conducting the thermal performance assessment is determined. 
Information is gathered from the resident and measurements and observations are also conducted during inspection of residence. 
Information is verified for accuracy and recorded using relevant data collection tool. 
Information is analysed to identify strengths and weaknesses of the thermal performance of the residence. 
Sources of technical advice on building thermal performance are identified. 
Government rebates and other assistance programs for improving the thermal performance of existing residential buildings are identified. 
Options for improving thermal performance and reducing emissions of the residence are evaluated. 
Cost of options for improving thermal performance of the residence is estimated in line with enterprise procedures. 
Results and recommendations, along with supporting evidence, are collated and documented in line with enterprise and client requirements. 
Estimated cost of proposed recommendations, associated reductions in costs and emissions, and improvements in thermal performance are documented in line with enterprise procedures. 
Results and recommendations, including estimated costs, are explained to client in line with enterprise, legislative and client requirements. 
Need for assessing thermal performance of an existing residential building is clarified with client. 
Effective communication strategies are employed to assist in establishing rapport with client and in responding to client questions and concerns. 
Assessment is planned in line with commonwealth, state or territory, and local government legislation and regulations, and industryethical and conduct standards. 
Issues relating to state and territory legislation and regulations and industry ethical and conduct standards are identified and clarified with client. 
Plan is established for the assessment in line with enterprise practice and client requirements. 
Potential hazards are identified to ensure risks are suitably managed. 
Assessment activities are planned to ensure they do not compromise the health and safety of self and others. 
Assessment documentation is prepared in a manner consistent with enterprise practice. 
Tools, equipment and other requirements for the assessment are identified and arrangements are made to ensure their availability on day of assessment. 
Client is advised of information that should be obtained prior to assessment and details of assessment are confirmed. 
Authority to proceed is obtained from client prior to commencement and reconfirmed as appropriate during the assessment. 

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