Application
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Prerequisites
Not Applicable
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA | ||
1 Interpret and comply with legal and industry requirements relating to the inspection and testing of fire and smoke doors | 1.1 Apply knowledge and understanding of legislative, standards and industry requirements, including relevant state/territory building codes, to fire and smoke door work procedures 1.2 Confirm or clarify knowledge and understanding of requirements, including state/territory building codes, where necessary, with relevant persons 1.3 Identify potential and actualbreaches of requirements relating to fire and smoke doors and take action according to legislative and organisational requirements | ||
2 Identify a variety of hinged and non-hinged fire and smoke doors and components in a range of settings | 2.1 Identify different types of fire and smoke doors in a range of settings according to purpose of use, operation and location 2.2 Identify/locate components of fire and smoke doors according to design, operation and purpose of use 2.3 Identify fire and smoke seals forming part of fire and smoke doors 2.4 Identify/locate means of identifying fire and smoke doors |
Required Skills
Refer to Evidence Guide
Evidence Required
Knowledge needed to achieve the performance criteria
Knowledge and understanding are essential to apply this unit of competency in the workplace, to transfer the skills to other contexts, and to deal with unplanned events. The knowledge requirements for this unit are listed below.
Key features of legislation, Australian Standards and building code requirements relating to hinged and non-hinged fire and smoke doors/shutters.
Key features of legislation, Australian Standards and building code requirements relating to fire and smoke containment.
Purpose of Australian Standards and technical documentation relating to hinged and non-hinged fire and smoke doors/shutters.
The implications of not applying legislative requirements to job functions.
Principles of passive fire protection related to overall fire safety and containment systems specific to hinged and non-hinged fire and smoke doors/shutters.
Key physical features and definition of hinged and non-hinged fire and smoke doors/shutters.
Purpose of hinged and non-hinged fire and smoke doors/shutters for fire containment.
Range of hinged and non-hinged fire and smoke doors/shutters hardware/components and approval listings.
Action to take in the event of a breach of legislative requirements.
Specific organisational requirements and work procedures for identifying hinged and non-hinged fire and smoke doors/shutters.
Purpose of and differences between wall types into which non-hinged fire and smoke doors/shutters may be fitted.
Procedures for determining fire resistance levels.
Specific skills needed to achieve the performance criteria
To achieve the performance criteria, some complementary skills are required. These relate to the ability to:
identify, select and comply with appropriate Australian Standard(s) and related legislation
use technical terminology relating to hinged and non-hinged fire and smoke doors/shutters and work practices
use measurement tools relating to hinged and non-hinged fire and smoke doors/shutters
recognise and identify components of fire and smoke doors
plan and organise work according to organisational requirements
follow safe work procedures and identify potential and existing risks or hazards
work with tools, equipment and products safely
apply literacy and language skills to:
understand and comply with work instructions
find and use written information including building specifications
communicate technical information to customers and colleagues
read and comprehend product instructions.
Other units of competency that could be assessed with this unit
Competency in this unit underpins competency in other aspects of servicing and installing passive fire protection equipment. This unit is a prerequisite for the following technical fire protection units in the PRM04 Asset Maintenance Training Package:
PRMFES34A Install hinged fire and smoke doors
PRMFES35A Inspect and test hinged fire and smoke doors.
Resources required to assess this unit
The following resources should be available:
actual or simulated work environment
access to relevant standards and legislation
access to a variety of hinged and non-hinged fire and smoke doors
assessment documentation
training and assessment record book.
Gaining evidence to assess this unit
For valid and reliable assessment of this unit, the competency should be demonstrated over a period of time and be observed by the assessor (or assessment team working together to conduct the assessment). The competency is to be demonstrated in a range of situations, which may include customer/workplace interruptions and involvement in related activities normally experienced in the workplace.
All safety requirements must be adhered to during all practical activities.
Performance and assessment of this unit must be carried out within the relevant requirements of the following legislative and industry framework:
building Acts/regulations/codes
Australian Standards identified as relevant to the work procedure
environmental regulations
manufacturers' specifications
organisational requirements, including OHS policies and procedures
OHS legislation, codes and regulations.
Assessment of underpinning knowledge is best obtained by either oral questioning or a written assessment. (In both assessment methods the questions should be identical in context.)
Evidence of competency is also based on the candidate's ability to identify and explain the purpose of items described in the range statement.
Assessment of evidence should establish the candidate's ability to perform identification processes to the standard required in the workplace. Supplementary evidence may be obtained from relevant authenticated correspondence or reports from supervisors or team leaders.
Key competency levels
There are a number of processes learnt throughout work and daily life that are required in all jobs. They are fundamental processes and generally transferable to other work environments. Some of these work processes are covered by the key competencies listed below. Information provided to each question highlights how these processes are applied in this unit of competency.
The number in brackets indicates the level to which the key competency should be demonstrated.
1 | Perform the process | 2 | Perform and administer the process | 3 | Perform, administer and design the process | ||
How can information be collected, analysed and organised (2)? | Gather and analyse information from a number of sources to identify relevant product(s) while applying relevant legislation and industry requirements. | ||||||
How can communication of ideas and information (1) be applied? | Discuss ideas and the recording of information of customers and/or relevant persons. | ||||||
How are activities planned and organised (2)? | Identify hinged and non-hinged fire and smoke doors/shutters using organisational requirements and monitoring of work activities and observing workplace safety procedures. | ||||||
How can teamwork (1) be applied? | Discuss with supervisor or colleagues the identification process. | ||||||
How can the use of mathematical ideas and techniques (2) be applied? | Apply mathematical techniques, including reading spatial information (e.g. building plans and specifications) to identify processes and using calculation for fire and smoke resistance levels. | ||||||
How can problem-solving skills (1) be applied? | Discuss potential problems during the identification process and seek solutions and clarification. | ||||||
How can the use of technology (2) be applied? | Identify and demonstrate understanding of technological principles in identification and preparatory processes. |
Range Statement
The range statement links the required knowledge and organisational and technical requirements to the workplace context. It describes any contextual variables that will be used or encountered when applying the competency in work situations. It allows for different work practices and work and knowledge requirements as well as for differences between organisations and workplaces. The following variables may be present for this particular unit.
Requirements may include:
relevant Commonwealth and state/territory building Acts/regulations/codes
OHS legislation, codes and regulations
relevant Australian Standards
Building Code of Australia
manufacturers' product listings
dangerous goods regulations
licensing arrangements
environmental regulations
building surveyor requirements
other relevant legislation relating to passive fire protection.
Work procedures may include:
instructions from colleagues/supervisor/manager
specific customer requirements
assignment instructions
equipment manufacturers' requirements
reporting and documentation requirements
personal protective equipment requirements.
Relevant persons may include:
building surveyor
fire safety engineer
regulatory authority representative
building supervisor/manager
team leaders
supervisors
managers
colleagues
customers.
Organisational requirements may be located in quality assurance and/or procedures manuals relating to:
legal and organisational policy/guidelines
personnel practices and guidelines outlining work roles, responsibilities and delegations
legislation relevant to the service operation
OHS policies, procedures and programs
documentation and information systems and processes
use of electronic job scheduling and communication devices
OHS policies and procedures may relate to:
employer/employee rights and responsibilities
the OHS hierarchy of control
assessing the worksite for hazards and risks prior to preparing the worksite for the work procedure
displaying signs and/or utilising barriers in the work area
hazard and risk identification and reporting
risk assessment and control measures
incident/accident investigation
OHS audits and safety inspections
safe operating procedures/instructions including:
working safely around electrical wiring, cables and overhead powerlines
working safely around tools and equipment
working safely on ladders and raised platforms
risk and hazard recognition
emergency procedures
awareness of electrical hazards
following confined spaces procedures
utilising personal protective equipment including:
safety glasses or goggles
safety boots or shoes
hard hat
ear muffs or plugs
appropriate gloves and overalls
sun hat
dust mask
equipment maintenance and use
use and storage of hazardous substances
First Aid.
Potential and actual breaches of legislative and industry requirements could be identified by:
direct observation
as part of workplace quality assurance teams.
Fire and smoke doors may include:
fire doors:
1 hour or 2 hour fire rated assemblies
self-closing or sliding
automatic closing
smoke doors:
solid core or fire resistance rated
self-closing or sliding
automatic closing
variations including:
applied finishes
hardware
fixings
locksets.
Fire and smoke door components may include:
fasteners
locks
hinges
handles
components of a fire and smoke shutter including:
curtain
vertical guides
horizontal barrel
barrel brackets
bearings
fixings
heat-actuated device
operating mechanism
slats
slat end pieces
bottom curtain rail
applied finishes.
components of a sliding fire and smoke door including:
pivots
slide rail
materials for essential latching components
security latching
closer(s)
closer body
flush pulls and grips
vision panels
door sills
door frames
attachments and fixings
sensing device(s)
counter weighting system.
Fire and smoke seals may include:
seals for ambient (cold), medium and hot (elevated) temperature requirements
combination seals.
Range of settings into which hinged and non-hinged fire and smoke doors/shutters are installed may include the following wall types:
masonry
concrete drywall
timber or steel with any of the following linings/facing material(s):
plasterboard
plywood
stainless steel
low carbon steel.
Note: Schedule of evidence of compliance as set out in the relevant legislation or Australian Standard.
Marking and labelling requirements as set out in the relevant legislation or Australian Standard.
Records and required information as set out in the relevant legislation or Australian Standard.
Australian Standards are frequently revised and users must always check for currency.
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Employability Skills
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Licensing Information
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