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N ational Building Consent Authority Competency Assessment SystemJune 2010

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Disclaimer

This Guide is published by the Department of Building and Housing as guidance information only.

For clarity, parts of this Guide reference requirements in the Building Act 2004 and regulations made under this Act. While this is clearly referenced, readers should always use the source legislation.

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Contents

IntroductIon, purpose and objectIves 3

development of a natIonal system 5Localneedsandsystemflexibility5

system framework 7Relationships7

natIonal levels and competency specIfIcatIons 11Residentialexamples12Commercialexamples15Competencyspecificatons18

transItIon 21

assessment process 23Fivestepassessmentprocess24

assessment plannIng – step 1 25Accreditationandmeetingevidencerequirements25Example28

candIdate evIdence – step 2 31Examples32

assessment and decIsIon – steps 3 and 4 55Example56

recordIng outcomes – step 5 59Example59

appendIx 1: competency specIfIcatIons 61

appendIx 2 : competency assessor specIfIcatIons 105

appendIx 3 : templates 107Assessmentplantemplate108Candidateevidenceform:processing112Candidateevidenceform:inspections114Skillsmatrix116

appendIx 4 : resIdentIal and commercIal categorIsatIon flowcharts 117Residentialflowchart118Commercialflowchart119

appendIx 5 : bca polIcy and procedures 121

appendIx 6 : candIdate InformatIon pack 123

appendIx 7: glossary of terms 143

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Development of a national system 5

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Introduction,purposeandobjectives

IntroductIon

ThisdocumenthasbeendevelopedbytheDepartmentofBuildingandHousingtohelpbuildingconsentauthorities(BCAs)meettherequirementsoftheBuilding(AccreditationofBuildingConsentAuthorities)Regulations2006,specificallyRegulations9,10and11.Thedocumentispublishedasguidanceonly.Whileitisnotmandatory,itwilllikelybecomeabenchmarkforgoodindustrypracticebyBCAsandInternationalAccreditationNewZealand(IANZ).Intheinterestofnationalconsistencyandimprovedbuildingcontrolperformanceandcost-efficiency,theDepartmentencouragesallBCAstoadoptthiscompetencyassessmentsystem.

Thisguidancedocumentexplainsthebackgroundtothenationalcompetencyassessmentsystem.ItprovidesanoverviewoftherequirementsofcompetencyassessmentandincludessomeworkedexamplesusingthetemplatesprovidedinAppendix3.

purpose

TheDepartmenthasdevelopedanationalBCAcompetencyassessmentsystemtoachievethefollowingobjectives:

• encouragingnationalstandardisation• facilitatingthegreateruseofsharedresourcesandexpertiseregionallyandnationally• eliminatingtheduplicationofeffortandlackofcost-effectivenessinmaintainingmultiplesystems

acrosseachBCA• improvingnationalconsistencybyhavinganationalbasisformeasuringthecompetencyofbuildingofficials• improvingriskmanagementforBCAs• improvingalignmentwithothernationalprogrammessuchastheLicensedBuildingPractitioner

(LBP)SchemeandinternationalmodelssuchasthoseusedinAustralia• reducingoperatingandcompliancecostsforBCAs• improvingthecompetencyofbuildingofficials.

ThereareconsiderablenationalandregionalbenefitsinhavingasinglenationalcompetencyassessmentsystemforBCAstaff.AnationalsystemprovidesacommonlanguageforBCAstaffandaplatformtohelpBCAsusesharedresourceseitherataregionalsharedserviceslevelornationallyduringtimesofpeakworkload.Thesystemalsofacilitatesstaffrecruitmentbyprovidingstandarddescriptionsforlevelsofbuildingworkandthecompetenciesrequiredtounderpinthese.

Considerableresourcesandcostshavebeenandcontinuetobeconsumedindeveloping,operatingandupdatingindividualBCAcompetencyassessmentsystemsandtrainingprogrammes.Someoftheseareofvaryingqualityandeffectiveness.Asinglenationalsystemcanbemaintainedcentrally,eliminatingthisduplicationofeffortandcost.

AmajorGovernmentgoalisachievingnationalconsistencyinadministeringtheBuildingAct,BuildingCodeandRegulations.Adoptinganationalcompetencyassessmentsystemcontributestothisgoalbyidentifyingthecompetenciesrequiredtoundertakeworkandprovidingacommonnationalsystemofassessment.Overtime,thisshouldresultinmoreconsistent,efficientandbetterqualitydecision-makingbybuildingofficials.

BCAsareabletobettermanagetheirriskbyhavingobjectivecompetencystandardsfortheirstaff.StaffarebetterabletomanagetheBCA’sriskdaytoday,astheyarebetterabletorecognisethelimitsoftheircompetenceandworkwithinthese.

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objectIves of the natIonal bca competency assessment system

Thefirstobjectivewastodevelopasystembuildingonexistingworkcompletedbythebuildingsector.Anumberofdifferentsystems1werereviewedandthebestelementsfromeachhavebeenincorporatedintothenewnationalsystem.

Asecondobjectivewastodevelopastreamlinedapproach.Thishasbeenachievedbyreducingthenumberoflevels.Competencieshavebeendefinedforeachlevel,settingexplicitperformanceindicatorsforeachcompetencyrequirementandprovidingcomprehensiveguidanceforassessors.ThissaveseachassessorfromhavingtodeveloptheirowncompetencymodelforeachBCAorcandidate.

Asummaryskillsmatrixtemplatehasbeendevelopedforrecordingresultsofassessments.ItisastreamlinedandsimplerversiontothatusedbymanyBCAs.ItnolongerrecordscompetencybyindividualBuildingCodeclause,andsoitiseasiertouseinaday-to-dayoperationalsense.AskillsmatrixbasedaroundindividualCodeclausesandthedivisionintoalternativesolutionsandAcceptableSolutionshasproven,formanyBCAs,tobeoverlybureaucraticandunnecessarilycomplicatedandcumbersometooperate,addinglimitedvaluefortheeffortspent.

Inaddition,flowchartshavebeendevelopedtoaidallocationofwork.Theflowchartsofferaconsiderablystreamlinedwaytoachieveworkallocation.Competencylevelsforprocessingandinspectionsaredefinedusingthesamedescriptions,sothereisnoneedtore-categoriseworkwhenallocatinginspections.

Thelicensedbuildingpractitioner(LBP)licensingclassesaredesignedtoacknowledgeseveralofthespecialistareasofworkwithinabuilding,suchasroofing,blocklayingorplastering.Buildingofficials,however,needtohaveawideunderstandingofboththeindividualbuildingcomponentsandalsothebuildingasasystem.Buildingofficialsbythenatureoftheirjobareusuallymoregeneralistthanspecialistswhereasmany,butnotall,LBPsarebeingassessedascompetentinnarrowerfieldssuchasroofing,foundations,carpentryetc.Therearesixcompetencylevelsforbuildingofficials,ratherthanthethreeestablishedcategoriesfortheLBPScheme.However,dependingonthescopeofworkaBCAusuallyperforms,somewillnotneedtooperateallsixlevels(ie,itisenvisagedthatanumberofsmallerruralBCAsmayonlyneedtooperatethreeorfourlevels).

1 Theseincluded:NorthShoreCityCouncil,SelwynDistrictCouncil,DunedinCityCouncilandWellingtonCityCouncil.

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Developmentofanationalsystem

project to develop a natIonal system

TheDepartmentofBuildingandHousingestablishedaprojecttodevelopanationalcompetencyassessmentsystemforBCAsinlateOctober2009.AprojectadvisorygroupcomprisingBobdeLeurfromAucklandCityCouncil,RichardTonerfromWellingtonCityCouncilandalsorepresentingBOINZ,JeffFarrellfromWhakataneDistrictCouncil,BevanSmithfromProfessionalBuildingConsultants,MalcolmMacMillanfromtheDepartmentandGeoffHallamfromInternationalAccreditationNewZealandwasestablishedtoprovidesectorinputintothedevelopmentofthesystemandtoensuretheoutputwas‘fitforpurpose.’

AsmallprojectteamcomprisingSteveGarner,PeterSparrowandPaulHobbsfromtheDepartment,BerylOldhamfromNorthShoreCityCouncil,RoseMcLaughlanfromNewZealandBuildingInspectionandTrainingLtd,RosemaryHazlewoodfromBuildingNetworksLtd,andKeithSmithfromAlphaBuildingConsultantswasestablishedtodevelopmaterialforconsiderationandreviewbytheadvisorygroup.Theprojectteamconsideredarangeofexistingsystemsbeforedevelopingthenationalsystemforfieldtesting.

ThesystemwaspilotedatthefollowingBCAs:Auckland,NorthShore,Rodney,Papakura,Waitakere,Manukau,Rotorua,Whakatane,Wellington,NelsonandQueenstownLakesCouncils,andfeedbackfromthepilothasbeenincorporatedintothefinalversion.

local needs and system flexIbIlIty

Thesystemhasbeendesignedtocaterformainstreambuildingtypesandissueswithouttakingintoaccountlocalorregionalconditions.Forexample,thereisanexpectationthatbuildingofficialsnationallywillbeawareofissuesrelatingtocorrosionzonesandwindzones,butallofficialsarenotrequiredtohaveknowledgeoflocalissuessuchasgeothermalconditions,whichmayonlyoccurlocallyorregionally.

Wherelocalorregionalconditionsexistthatrequirespecificcompetencies,itisexpectedthatthesewillbeidentifiedattheBCAorclusterlevel.Forexample,inWellingtonbuildingofficialsmaybeexpectedtohaveanunderstandingofcomplianceissuesrelatingtocablecarswhichmaybeassociatedwithresidentialbuildingconsents.However,thisisbestdealtwithasanexceptionforotherBCAs.Thisprocessisfurtherdiscussedbelow.

Thecompetencylevelshavebeendesignedtocapturemostbuildingactivity.However,innovativeandunusualbuildingdesignswillalsobeproducedandnotfitthedescribedlevels.Ratherthancreatenewlevelstoaccommodatethesebuildings,BCAsshoulddeterminethecompetenciesrequiredtoundertaketheworkandallocatetheworktoanappropriatestaffmemberorstaffmemberswiththosecompetencies.

Thedecisionmade,reasonsforthedecisionandtheoutcomeshouldberecordedintheseexceptionalcircumstances.2Thiscanbeintheformofashortnoteonthebuildingconsentfile.Alterationstobuildingsmaybeconsideredthesameway.Forexample,theunderlyingbuildingmaybewithinthecommercial2competencylevel,butthealterationmaybeminorandcanbeassessedbyacommercial1processor.Toavoidovercomplicatingthingsandunderminingthenationalconsistencytryingtobeachieved,BCAsshouldnotbegintodevelopadditionallevelsorsub-levelsofcompetenciestodealwithsuchexceptions.Again,theyshouldjustrecordthedecision,reasonsforthedecision,andtheoutcome2thattheassignedprocessingofficer(s)and/orinspector(s)arecompetenttodothework.

2 SeeRegulation6(b),(c)and(d)oftheBuilding(AccreditationofBuildingConsentAuthorities)Regulations2006.

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BecausethesystemhasbeendevelopedtocovertherangeofbuildingactivityinNewZealand,someBCAswillfindtheyhavenobuildingactivityatadescribedlevel.Thismeanstheywillnothavetooperateandassessstaffagainstthoselevels.However,theirprocedureswillstillneedtonotethatifworkoutsidetheirlevelswassubmittedforconsent,alternativearrangementswouldneedtobemadetohavetheworkprocessed.ThiscouldbeachievedthroughacontractarrangementwithanotheraccreditedBCAoracontractor.

Bywayofexample,XYZBCAonlyusuallyreceivesworkuptoresidential2andcommercial1competencylevels.Consequently,theyneedtoassessstaffonlytotheselevelsandhaveaprocedurethatrequiresworkoutsidetheselevelstobeprocessedbyanotherBCAthathascompetenciesattherequiredlevel.Thisallowsthemtooperateastreamlinedandsimplecompetencyassessmentsystemofjustthreecompetencylevels(residential1,residential2andcommercial1),thusreducingtheiroperatingandcompliancecosts.

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Systemframework

Thenationalcompetencyassessmentsystemismadeupoflevelswithperformanceindicatorsandassessorguidanceoninterpretingtheindicators,andasuiteofassessmenttoolsincludingassessmentplans,evidence-gatheringtemplates,skillsmatricesforrecordingthesummaryoutcomeofallassessments,andcategorisationflowchartstohelpallocatework.

relatIonshIp wIth other accredItatIon regulatIons

TheBuilding(AccreditationofBuildingConsentAuthorities)Regulations2006requireaBCAtohavesystemstoidentifythecapacityandcapabilityrequirementsoftheorganisation,allocateworktocompetentstafforcontractors,undertakecompetencyassessmentofstaffandhaveatrainingsystemforstaff.

Thecompetencyassessmentsystemshouldbeseenasacentralcomponentoftheseothersystems.Thecompetencylevelsdescribetherangeofworkwhichoccursnationally.ABCAcandeterminethelevelofworktheynormallyundertakeusingthesedescriptionstomeettherequirementsofregulation8.Thiscompetencyassessmentsystem,ifeffectivelyimplemented,providesthetoolsneededtomeettherequirementsofRegulation10,competencyassessment.

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Theflowchartscanbeusedtocategorisework,whiletheskillsmatricescanbeusedtohelpallocateworktomeettherequirementsofRegulations7and9.Trainingneeds(regulation11)willalsofalloutofthecompetencyassessment.Finally,thecompetencylevelscouldalsobeusedtodescribeaservicespecificationforanotherBCAprovidingservicestoundertakeprocessingofhigherlevelwork(Regulation12).Pleaseseeappendix3forresidentialandcommercialflowcharts.

relatIonshIp wIth the natIonal dIplomas In buIldIng control surveyIng

Assuggestedintheassessmentprocesstothiscompetencyassessmentsystem,theassessormaytakeintoaccountqualificationsheldbythecandidate–indeedtheyshouldiftheyarecurrentandrelevantqualificationssuchastheNationalDiplomasinBuildingControlSurveying.TheNationalDiplomasinBuildingControlSurveyingarequalificationsthatcovermanyofthecompetencyrequirementsrequiredbyRegulation10oftheBuilding (Accreditation of Building Consent Authorities) Regulations 2006.Thetablebelowhelpsillustratesthis.

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natIonal dIploma unIt standard tItle buIldIng (accredItatIon of buIldIng consent authorItIes) regulatIons 2006 reference

1296 Interviewinaninformalone-to-onesituation 10(3)(e)Employees’abilitytocommunicatewithinternalandexternalpersons

11283 Communicatewithclientsinacompliancecontext 10(3)(e)Employees’abilitytocommunicatewithinternalandexternalpersons

22698 Demonstrateknowledgeofbuildingcontrollegislationandrequirements

10(3)(c)Employees’knowledgeandskillinapplyingtheAct,theBuildingCode,andanyotherapplicableregulationsundertheAct

24160 Peerreviewbuildingconsentauthorityqualitymanagementsystemprocessforcompliancewithqualitystandards

10(3)(f)Employees’abilitytocomplywiththebuildingconsentauthority’spolicies,proceduresandsystems

24161 DemonstrateknowledgeofBuildingAct2004processes

10(3)(c)Employees’knowledgeandskillinapplyingtheAct,theBuildingCode,andanyotherapplicableregulationsundertheAct

24162 Demonstrateknowledgeofloads,forcesandphysicaleffectsonstructuralcomponentsandmaterials

10(3)(a)Employees’understandingofthephilosophyandprinciplesofbuildingdesignandconstruction

24172 Completeserviceinspectionsforsmallbuildings 10(3)(d)(ii)Employees’abilitytoinspectbuildingwork

24173 Assessservicesinsmallbuildingconsentapplications 10(3)(d)(i)Employees’abilitytoprocessapplicationsforbuildingconsents

24175 Completebuildinginspectionsforsmallbuildings 10(3)(d)(ii)Employees’abilitytoinspectbuildingwork

24176 Assesssmallbuildingconsentapplications 10(3)(d)(i)Employees’abilitytoprocessapplicationsforbuildingconsents

24177 Describetheprocessesofconsentingandinspectingsmallbuildings

10(3)(d)(i)Employees’abilitytoprocessapplicationsforbuildingconsents

9669 Applyprinciplesfrompublisheddatatoevaluateselectmaterialsandfinishesforbuildings

10(3)(b)Employees’understandingandknowledgeofbuildingproductsandmethods

9617 Determineanddescribetheconstructionmethodsforsmallbuildings

10(3)(a)Employees’understandingofthephilosophyandprinciplesofbuildingdesignandconstruction

24163 Demonstrateknowledgeofsmallbuildingconstructionmethods,materialsandsystems

10(3)(b)Employees’understandingandknowledgeofbuildingproductsandmethods

10(3)(a)Employees’understandingofthephilosophyandprinciplesofbuildingdesignandconstruction

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Initself,however,thesequalifications,whilecontributingtotheevidenceofcompetenceduringanassessmentprocess,donotconfirmcompetencebythemselves.Thisispartlybecausethetechnicalrequirementsarealways–andatpresentrapidly–changing,coursematerialforthesediplomasdoesnotcurrentlyexist,andaqualificationisoftenprimarilyaboutconfirmingonehasabodyofknowledgeatacertainpointintimeratherthanthecompetencytosuccessfullyperformaroleandpracticethatknowledge.Competenceisdefinedinthisguidancedocumentas:‘anindividual’sabilitytoapplyknowledgeandskillsattherequiredstandardandinadefinedcontext’.Competencyinthiscontextisabouttheapplicationofknowledge,skillsandabilityonthejob.

TheNationalDiplomasinBuildingControlSurveyinghavenotyetbeenimbeddedandsufficientlytestedwithinthesectorforthiscompetencyassessmentsystemtosuggestthatanindividualwithoneormoreofthesequalificationsiscompetenttoacertaincompetencylevel.Furtherworkandevaluationisstillrequiredbeforethissystemcanprovidecategoricalweightinginrelationtothesequalifications.

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Nationallevelsand competencyspecifications

natIonal levels

Thenewnationalcompetencylevelshavebeengroupedintoresidentialandcommercial.Therearethreeresidentiallevelsandthreecommerciallevels.Thelevelshavebeenfurthersplitintoprocessingandinspections.Withineachgroup,buildingandplumbinganddrainagecompetencieshavealsobeenseparatedout.ThesystemcanthereforebeusedbyBCAswithavarietyofconfigurations,forexampleseparateprocessingandinspectionteams,multi-skilledteams,teamssplitalongbuilding,plumbinganddrainageandsoon.

Level1residentialincludestheleastcomplexwork.InafewBCAssomeofthisworkiscarriedoutbytechnicaladministrationstaff.Ratherthancreateaseparatecategoryforthislevelofwork,technicaladministrationstaffcanbeassessedagainsttheapplicableresidential1specificationthatrelatestotheworkthattheydoandnottotheworktheydon’tdo.Forexample,staffprocessingsolidfuelappliancescansimplybeassessedagainsttheperformanceindicatorsandrequirementsrelatingtothattypeofwork.Thisrestrictionontheircompetency(ie,thattheyonlyprocesssolidfuelappliances)canbenotedontheskillsmatrixandtheindividualstaffmember’scompetencyassessmentfile.Asanotherexample,afrontcountertechnicaladministrationofficercouldbeassessedascompetentinresidential1and2,butonlyforsolidfuelheaterconsentapplications.

Thesixlevelsrepresentsignificantstepsintechnicalknowledgeandbuildingtypecomplexity.Decision-makinggoesfromsimpletomorecomplexanalysiswitheachlevelstep.Thelevelsalsosplitresidentialandcommercialareasofknowledge,forexample,lighttimberframeconstructionusuallyusedinresidentialconstructionandmorecomplexspecificdesigncommercialconstructionsystems.ThelevelsalsoidentifyspecificareasofBuildingCodeknowledgeasitrelatestothetypeofconstruction.

Thelevelsareallunderpinnedbytechnicalconsiderations.Tosimplifythis,anumberofissueswereconsideredincluding:

• buildingtype(eg,garage,carport,retainingwall,dwelling,school,officeetc)• classifiedusetakenfromthe1992BuildingRegulations(eg,commercial,industrial,outbuildings)• activityorpurposegroup(singlehousehold(SH),singleresidential(SR),crowdlarge(CL),etc)• E2/AS1riskscoresandevaluationmatrix• structuralimportanceAS/NZS1170• complexityofdesign• lifesafety(riskofinjurytouser)• intendedoutcome.

Becausethelevelsreflectrisk,complexityandknowledgestepsthereissomecross-overbetweenresidential3andcommercial1.Thedefiningknowledgestepsbetweenresidential3andcommercial1levelsrelatetoknowledgeofverticalandhorizontalfireseparationsandtheuseofspecifiedsystems.Therefore,athree-storeyapartmentblockwithhorizontalfireseparationisdefinedasacommercialbuildingforthepurposesofthiscompetencyassessmentsystem.

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Residential1

Residentialoutbuildingsandancillarybuildings–asdefinedbytheBuildingRegulations1992.Detacheddwellings(SH)designedtoacommonstandard(eg,NZS3604,NZS4229)thataresinglestoreyandhaveanE2/AS1riskmatrixscorelessthanorequalto6.

SimpleonestoreyresidentialdwellingwithanE2/AS1riskscoreof3

SimpleonestoreyresidentialdwellingwithanE2/AS1riskscoreof6

SimpleonestoreyresidentialdwellingwithanE2/AS1riskscoreof4

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Residential2

Detacheddwellings(SH)designedtoacommonstandard(eg,NZS3604,NZS4229)thatarelessthanorequaltotwostoreysandhaveanE2/AS1riskmatrixscorelessthanorequalto12.

Twostorey(SH)residentialdwellingwithanE2/AS1riskscoreof9

Twostorey(SH)residentialdwellingwithanE2/AS1riskscoreof12

Twostorey(SH)residentialdwellingwithanE2/AS1riskscoreof11(decknotoverlivingarea)

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Residential3

Detacheddwellings(SH)orotherdwellings(SR)thatarelessthanorequaltothreestoreysbutlimitedtoverticalplanefireseparationanddirectegresstotheoutside.E2/AS1riskmatrixscoreof13–20.3

Twostorey(SR)residentialdwellingwithanE2/AS1riskscoreof17(verticalplanefireseparationonly)

Threestorey(SH)residentialdwellingwithanE2/AS1riskscoreof19

Threestorey(SR)residentialdwellingwithanE2/AS1riskscoreof15(verticalplanefireseparationonly)

3 Thislevelalsoincludesspecificallydesignedresidentialcladdingsystems,components,detailingandjunctionsandwhereariskmatrixscoreofgreaterthan20hasbeencalculated.

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Commercial1

Commercial,industrialandcommunalnon-residentialbuildingsandtheirassociatedoutbuildingsandancillarybuildingsequaltoorlessthantwostoreysandanoccupancyloadofequaltoorlessthan100peopleorSRorSAresidentialbuildingsuptotwostoreysandwithhorizontalfireseparation.

Onestoreycommercialbuildingwithlessthan100occupants

Onestoreycommercialbuildingwithlessthan100occupants

Twostoreymotelwithlessthan100occupants

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Commercial2

Commercial,industrial,communalresidentialandcommunalnon-residentialbuildingsequaltoorlessthanfourstoreyandanoccupancyloadofequaltoorlessthan500peopleorSCorSDthataresinglestorey.

Twostoreymovietheatrewithlessthan500occupants

Fourstoreycommercialbuildingwithlessthan500occupants

Fourstoreycommercialbuildingwithmixed-use(SR)and(CL)

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Commercial3

Allusesofbuildingsthatareoverfourstoreyshigh,orcontainover500occupantsorSCorSDgreaterthansinglestorey.

High-risebuildinginexcessoffourstoreys

High-risebuildinginexcessoffourstoreysandwithmorethan500occupants

Commercial/publicbuildinginexcessoffourstoreysandwithmorethan500occupants

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competency specIfIcatIons

ThecompetencyspecificationsusedintheNationalBCACompetencyAssessmentSystemhavebeendevelopedtoprovidetheassessorandcandidatewithadetailedspecificationofknowledgeandskillsthatarerequiredforapersontobecompetentataparticularlevel.

Therearesixcompetencyspecifications,oneforeachofthenewnationalcompetencylevels(Residential1–3andCommercial1–3).Eachcompetencyspecificationcontains:

• competenciesrequiredbyRegulation10(3)oftheBuilding(AccreditationofBuildingConsentAuthorities)Regulations2006

• performanceindicatorstomeetthecompetenciesinRegulation10(3)• guidanceforassessorsandcandidatesformeetingtheperformanceindicators.

Asyoucanseeahierarchyisstartingtoappear,startingwiththeRegulations,thentherequirementstomeettheRegulationsthroughperformanceindicatorsandendingwithguidanceonwhatdemonstratescompetencewiththeperformanceindicators.Thisisdiscussedinmoredetailfurtheroninthissection.Theformatofacompetencyspecificationisshownbelow.

Seeappendix1forthefulllistofcompetencyspecifications,performanceindicatorsandrelevantguidanceforassessorsandcandidatesforeachcompetencylevel.

competency – resIdentIal 1

OutbuildingsandancillarybuildingsasdefinedbytheBuildingRegulations1992astheyapplytoResidential.Detacheddwellings(SH)designedtoacommonStandard(eg,NZS3604,NZS4229)thataresinglestoreyandhaveanE2/AS1riskmatrixscorelessthanorequalto6.

Regulation10(3)(a):Understandingthephilosophiesandprinciplesofbuildingdesignandconstruction.

Performanceindicators:

1. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofsections3,4and5oftheBuildingAct2004.

2. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofdesignandconstructiontechniquesandconstructionsequencingforthistypeofbuildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

1. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. thepurposeoftheBuildingAct2004(theAct)

b. TA’sfunctions,dutiesandpowersundertheAct,particularlyastheyrelatetohouseholdunits

c. candiscussthehierarchyofNewZealandbuildinglegislationandthevariouscompliancepathsprovidedforundertheAct

d. candiscussbuildingdesign,constructiontechniquesandsequencingofbuildingworkasitrelatestothiscompetencylevel.

NotethisinformationiscoveredinSections2.1,2.2,2.3,3.0,3.1,3.2,3.3,3.5,3.6and3.7ofthePrefacetotheBuildingCodeHandbook.

Ineachcompetencyspecificationthissegmentprovidesadescriptionofthebuildingtypeandscope,andplacesspecificlimitationsonthetypesofbuildingworkthatcanbeprocessedorinspectedforthislevel.

ThissegmentoutlineswhichspecificregulationoftheBuilding(AccreditationofBuildingConsentAuthorities)Regulations2006arebeingassessed.

Thesearemandatoryrequirementswhichmustbeachievedtodemonstratecompetence.

Thissectionprovidesguidanceandsubjectmatterforassessorsandcandidatestoconsider.Itisnotintendedtobeexhaustive,butprovidesforthecorerangeofknowledgeineachcompetencylevel.

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regulatIon 10(3)

Regulation10(3)oftheBuilding(AccreditationofBuildingConsentAuthorities)Regulations2006requiresthefollowingcompetenciestobeassessedforeachemployee.

a) Understandingofthephilosophyandprinciplesofbuildingdesignandconstructionb) Knowledgeofbuildingproductsandmethodsc) KnowledgeandskillinapplyingtheAct,theBuildingCodeandanyotherapplicableregulations

undertheActd) Abilityto:

(i) processapplicationsforbuildingconsent(ii)inspectbuildingwork(iii)certifybuildingwork

e) Abilitytocommunicatewithinternalandexternalpeoplef) AbilitytocomplywiththeBCA’spolicies,proceduresandsystems.

AllcompetenciesreferredtoinRegulation10(3)areincludedineachcompetencyspecification.

performance IndIcators

ThecompetencyspecificationssetoutaseriesofperformanceindicatorsformeetingRegulation10(3)(a)–(f)foreachnationalcompetencylevel.Tobedeemedcompetent,acandidateunderassessmentmustbeabletoachievetheseperformanceindicatorsandtheremustbesufficientevidencesubstantiatingthis.

guIdance for assessors and candIdates

Thisisthetechnicalcontentofthecompetencyspecifications.Itchangesdependingonthenationalcompetencylevelbeingassessed.Theguidanceforassessorsandcandidateshasbeendevelopedtohelpdetermineiftheperformanceindicatorshavebeenmet.However,itisnotexpectedthatthisguidancematerialactasachecklistbecausethereissomeoverlapwiththeguidancebetweenthenationalcompetencylevels.Forexample,theguidancetomeettheperformanceindicatorforRegulation10(3)(a)(understandingthephilosophiesandprinciplesofbuildingdesignandconstruction)issimilarforresidential1,2and3.

TheassessorandcandidateguidanceforRegulation10(3)(d)(i)(abilitytoprocessapplicationsforbuildingconsent)generallyfollowsthestructureoftheBuildingCode.

TheassessorandcandidateguidanceforRegulation10(3)(d)(ii)(abilitytoinspectbuildingwork)hasbeengroupedaroundthegenericinspectionareasoffoundation,prelineandfinal.Theterms‘foundation’,‘preline’and‘final’havebeenusedtogroupinspectionsthatBCAscommonlyundertake.Thetablesoverpageshowsthisgrouping.

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Inspectiongroups Foundation Preline Final

Actualinspections • Excavation/fill• Siting• Piles(subfloor)• Concreteslab• Raftfoundation• Masonryblock/bondbeam• Tilt-slab• Stripfooting• Retainingwall

• Structuralframing• Weathertightness

(cladding)• Insulation• Pre-wrap• Post-wrap• Cavitybatten• Brickveneer

• Post-line(gibnail)• Waterproofing• Weathertightness

(cladding)• Firestopping• Accessiblefacilities• Meansofescape

Note:Theactualinspectionsarenotexhaustive;manyBCAsmayhaveotherinspectionrequirementsanduseothernamesforsomeinspections.

plumbIng and draInage InspectIon groups

Inspectiongroups Foundation Preline Final

Actualinspections • Drainageconnections• Under-slabplumbing• Drainlaying

• Stacksystems• Wastes• Pre-plumb(watersupplies)• Weathertightness(pipe

penetration)• Drainlaying

• Finalplumbing• Weathertightness

(pipepenetrations)

Note:Theactualinspectionsarenotexhaustive;manyBCAsmayhaveotherinspectionrequirementsanduseothernamesforsomeinspections.

Bygroupinginspectionsintothreebroadgroups–foundation,prelineandfinal–theassessorcanchooseactualinspectionstoreviewevidenceofandsubstantiatetheachievement(ornot)oftheperformanceindicatorsassociatedwithinspections.Theassessorshouldagreewiththecandidatethenationalcompetencylevel(eg,Residential2)andrelevantinspectionstoundertakeandprovideevidencetosubstantiatecompetence.Morecomplexinspectionsshouldbechosenforcompetencyassessment,asthesewouldprovidegreaterclarityoncompetence.Whatthisprocesseffectivelydoesisreducetheamountofinspectionsthatmayneedtobeassessedandprovidesgreaterfocusonmoreimportantinspections.

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Transition

Itisenvisagedthatthebulkofbuildingofficialswhohavealreadyhadtheircompetencyassessedcanbetransferredacrosstothenewnationallevelsrelativelysimply.ThisisrelianthoweverontheBCAalreadyhavingatechnicallyrobustandaccuratecompetencyassessmentprocessandoutcome.Toachieveaneasytransitionthefollowingstepswillneedtobeundertaken.

• Stepone–compareyourexistinglevelswiththenewnationallevelsandidentifyareasofalignment.• Steptwo–maptheoutcomeofthecomparisonofyourexistingBCAbuildingcategoriesagainstthe

newnationallevelsusingthetablebelow.ThisprovidesevidencetoIANZofthetransitionfromyourexistingsystemtothenewnationallevels.

• Stepthree–useyourexistingknowledgeofteammembersto‘map’individualsacrosstothenewnationallevelsnotinganyendorsements,trainingrequirementsorareasofsupervisionrequired.Createanewskillsmatrixtorecordthisoutcome(seethetemplatesinthe‘Recordingoutcomes’sectionofthisguidancedocument).

• Stepfour–duringthereviewofannualcompetence,identifyanychangessincethelastassessment.Thismayresultinaloweringofthelevelachieved,nochangeoranassessmenttoprovideevidencethatanewlevelofcompetencehasbeenachieved.

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Step1–Assessmentplanningandagreement:Identifythelevelorlevelsthataretobeassessed(forexample,Residential1–3inspectionsonly).Theassessorshouldbefamiliarwiththecompetencyspecifications,performanceindicatorsandassessorguidancecorrespondingwiththelevelbeingassessed.Theassessorcompletespart1oftheassessmentplanandrecordsevidenceknowntothem,suchasqualifications,trainingcompleted,relevantknownexperienceandsoon.Theassessormeetswiththecandidatetodiscusstheevidencerecordedandgainsagreementonwhatfurtherevidenceistobesupplied,suchascandidateevidenceformscompletedforparticulartypesofbuildingorinspectionwork.Theassessmentplanandtimingsareagreedbetweenassessorandcandidate.Theassessorandcandidatecanalsoagreetohavecertainworkwitnessed(forexample,accompanyinganinspector)ifthecandidateorassessorbelievesthatthisisthebestwaytoprovideevidenceofcompetence.

Step2–Evidenceobtainedbycandidate:Thecandidategatherssupportingevidencethattheyfeeldemonstratestheircompetenceandalignswiththeevidenceagreedtobeprovidedintheassessmentplan.Thecandidatepreparescandidateevidenceforms,ifrequiredbytheassessmentplan.Ifthecandidatebelievesthebestwaytheycanshowtheassessorevidenceofcompetenceisthroughwitnessingwork(eg,accompanyinganinspector),thecandidateshouldbringthistotheassessor’sattentionandhaveitrecordedintheassessmentplansoitcanhappen.ThiscouldsimplybecarriedoutwhileundertakingtheBCA’stechnicalauditprocedures.

Step3–Assessmentundertaken:Thecandidateprovidesevidencetotheassessor.Afterassessingtheevidenceprovidedbythecandidateandreviewingthecandidate’sexperience,workhistory,traininghistoryandotherinternalevidence,adecisionneedstobemadeonwhetherthecompetenceofthecandidatecanbeconfirmedfromtheevidenceprovided(ifitcan,gotostep4).Ifitcannot,aprofessionalconversationcanbeorganisedtofurtherclarifyorconfirmcompetenceorfurtherevidencerequired.

Step4–Assessmentdecisionsmade:Theassessorrecordsthereasonsfortheirdecisionsinpart2oftheassessmentplan.Evidenceforanassessor’sreasonscanbereferencedhere(forexample,byreferencingaparticularformandbuildingconsentnumber).Theassessorcanalsouseprofessionaljudgement.Thereasonsfordecidingwhetheracandidateiscompetentornotwillbespecifictotheindividualandthesituation.Anexampleofacompletedassessmentplan,includingreasonsfordecisions,iscontainedwithinthisguidancedocumentbeginningonpages28,55,and59.

Step5–Assessorrecordsoutcomes:Theassessorrecordstheoutcomeoftheassessment.Thiscanincludeanylimitations(forexample,residential2inspectiononly,notincludingplumbinganddrainage).DependingonhowtheBCAallocatesitswork,forexamplethroughaskillsmatrix,thesesystemsshouldalsobeupdatedwiththeoutcomeoftheassessment.

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Assessorplansanddocumentsassessmentusingassessmentplan

Evidencemayinclude:

• completedandassessedtraining

• relevantqualifications• relevantworkexperience• recordsfrominternalaudits• witnessingofindividual’swork

Evidencemayinclude:

• completedandassessedtraining

• relevantqualifications• relevantworkexperience• recordsfrominternalaudits• witnessingofindividual’swork

Evidencemayinclude:

• completedandassessedtraining

• relevantqualifications• relevantworkexperience• recordsfrominternalaudits• witnessingofindividual’swork

Assessormeetswithcandidateandagreestotheevidence

tobecollectedandtheassessmentplan

Candidatecompletescandidateevidenceformsandgathers

supportingevidence

Candidateshouldhaveclearunderstandingofthe

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Assessorreviewsevidenceprovidedbythecandidateand

decideswhetheraprofessionalconversationisrequired

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assessmentplan.Thesecanincludereferencestobuilding

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assessment plans

Thepurposeofthispartofthedocumentistohelptheassessoridentifywhatexistingcompetenciesthecandidatehasalreadyachievedandwhatnewevidencetheyneedtogivetodemonstratecompetence.Theassessmentplanalsoformspartofthecompetencyrecordandisusedtorecordtheoutcomeoftheassessment.

Planninganassessmentinthiswayreducestheamountofnewevidencewhichneedstobegathered,recognisescompetenciesalreadyachievedandensurestherightevidenceisprovidedtodemonstratecompetency.

Copiesoftheassessmentplantemplatecanbefoundinappendix1andanexampleofacompletedassessmentplanforaresidential1processorhavebeenprovidedoverthefollowingpages.

accredItatIon and meetIng evIdentIal reQuIrements

Regulation6(b),(c)and(d)requiresBCAstorecordtheirdecisions,reasonsfordecisionsandtheoutcomeofthedecision.Thesystemtemplateshavebeendesignedtomeettheserequirementsandshouldbeused.Theevidenceusedtomakeacompetencydecisionmustbetraceable.Thiscanbeachievedbycross-referencingthesourceoftheinformation,forexample‘seebuildingconsentnumber3057fordetails’.Alternatively,relevantevidencesuchasinterviews,consentprocessingnotesorinspectionrecordscanbecopiedandaddedtothecompetencyassessmentfile.

Arangeofevidencecanbeusedtodemonstratecompetency.Thetablebelowprovidesexamplesofevidencetypeswhichmaybeused.

source of evIdence guIdance notes – possIble examples that could be used to help assess competency

Self-assessmentagainstcompetencyspecification

• Self-assessmentbytheemployeeagainstthecompetenciestobeassessed• Employeerecogniseswhenworkisoutsidetheirability• Employeerecogniseswhenpeerreviewisrequired• Employeeidentifiesstrengths,knowledgeandskillsgaps• Employeeidentifiestrainingneeds

Workexperienceandexamplesofcompletedwork

• Overviewofworkhistoryandrelevantexperienceinthebuildingindustry• Buildingconsentdocumentationtheemployeehasprocessedandapprovedorrejected• Inspectionsundertakenbytheemployee,includingtheirinspectionrecords,lettersorreports

written,noticestheyhaveissued,follow-upactionstaken• Complianceschedules–reviewofcompliancescheduleassessmentsandidentification

ofinspection,maintenanceandreportingprocedures• Codecompliancecertificatesissued–checklistscompletedandanyothermaterialsupporting

thedecisionstheemployeehasmade(eg,photos)• Otherwrittendocumentationorreportstheyhaveauthored(includingletterstostakeholders,

internalmemos,noticestofix,trainingorpublishedarticles)

Writtenstatementsorreferencesfrompeersortechnicallyskilledobservers

• Thiscouldincludestatementsfromindividualswithproventechnicalskillsandexpertise,suchasmanagers,teamleaders,engineersorotherprofessionalcolleagueswhoareeitherinternalorexternaltotheorganisation.Thesestatementsshouldconfirmthattheyhaveobservedtheemployee’sworkdirectly

• Suchreferencesorstatementsshouldnotethedatesandtimeperiodinquestion,thecapabilityandprofessionalcapacityoftheobserver,thecontextoftheworkinquestion,andanyotherrelevantinformation

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Directobservationorshadowingoftheemployeeonthejob(witnessing)

• Casualdailyorassessment-specificmonitoringofindividual’sperformance• Howtheemployeeperformsduringsitevisits,vettingapplications,processingbuilding

consents,carryingoutfieldinspections,issuingcodecompliancecertificatesornoticestofixandperformingadministrativetasks,etc

• Howtheemployeecommunicateswithstakeholders(verbalandwritten)• Howtheemployeehandlesanyinstancesofdeviationsfromtheapprovedplansandfollows

uponoutstandingissues• Internalauditsandtheirresults

Organisationalrecords • Previouscompetencyassessmentsandperformancereviewsthatconsiderthekeycompetenciesoftheemployee

• Trainingandcontinuingprofessionaldevelopmentrecords• Anycomplimentsorpositivefeedbackreceivedfromthestakeholders• Recordsofanycomplaintsmadeagainsttheemployeeinquestionandtheoutcomesofany

investigationsarisingfromthese

Evidenceofsuccessfulcompletionofcoursesthatincludeprojectsorcompetency-basedassessment

• Technicalcourses(eg,fire,accessibility,weathertightnesscompliance)• Buildingcontrolscourses(eg,BRANZ,BOINZ,DBH)• Inductiontraining• Informationtechnologytrainingandcourses• Traininginqualityassurancesystemsandauditing

Shortcourses• DBH,BRANZLtd,StandardsNewZealandorBOINZseminarsandcourses• Buildingconsentauthorityinductionorin-housetrainingcourses• Manufacturers’ortradedemonstrations• In-housetrainingonspecificareassuchasbuildingterminology,legislation,NZS3604• TraininginuseoftheBCA‘ssystemsandprocessesandequipment(eg,computertraining,

traininginuseofmoisturemeter,digitalcamera,accreditation-relatedtraining)

Qualificationsthatmayhaverelevancetobuildingcontrol

NationalDiplomasinBuildingControlSurveying.

Thefollowingqualificationsandcoursesmayalsoberelevantinsupportingacompetencyassessment.

BachelorDegrees• Architecture• Engineering(mechanical,civil,structural,fire,geotechnical,etc)• Environmentalscience/health• Buildingscience/buildingtechnology• Constructionmanagement• Quantitysurveying

Diplomasandcertificates• NationalDiplomainBuildingControlSurveying(medium&largebuildings)• NationalDiplomainBuildingControlSurveying(smallbuildings)• Nationaldiplomasinarchitecturaldesign,quantitysurveying,etc• NewZealandCertificateinBuilding,NewZealandCertificateinDrafting,NewZealand

CertificateinEngineering(thesewerereplacedbytheNewZealandQualificationsAuthorityandregisterednationaldiplomasdescribedabove)

• Constructionmanagement(Unitec,WelTec,etc)• Trade,advancedtradeincarpentry• NationalCertificateinCarpentry

Factorstoconsiderwhenassessingtherelevanceofqualificationsandcourses• Whenitwascompleted• Whatfurthertrainingtheindividualhasdonetostaycurrentintheirareaofexpertise• Whethertheindustryandknowledgerequirementshavechangedsincethequalification

wasobtainedand,ifso,whetherthequalificationortrainingisrelevantintoday’senvironment• Whattypeofcourseitwas,ensuringthatitinvolvedanassessmentortest(eg,exam,

completionofaprojectorproductionofanoutput)

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RegistrationunderStatute CharteredProfessionalEngineersofNewZealandAct2002• CharteredProfessionalEngineer

RegisteredArchitectsAct2005• RegisteredArchitect

Plumbers,GasfittersandDrainlayersAct2006• CertifyingPlumber• CertifyingGasfitter• LicensedDrainlayer

BuildingAct2004• Licensedbuildingpractitioner

Othermaterialtheyhaveproduced

• Papersdevelopedandpresentedatindustryworkshops,conferencesorseminars• Papersdevelopedfortrainingpurposes• Checklistsorproceduresdeveloped• Articleswrittenorpublished

Professionalandindustryaffiliations

• Voluntarymemberships(eg,BOINZ,RegisteredMasterBuilders,CertifiedBuildersAssociation,NewZealandInstituteofRegisteredBuildingSurveyors)

• Industryparticipation(committeemember,officeholder,attendingconferences,etc)• Attendingconferencesortradeshows

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Assessorcompletesthisplanandagreesevidencerequirementsanddateswithcandidate.

Personalassessmentplanfor: Bill Ding Permit

Assessmenttype:Newcandidate

Reviewofexistingemployee (Note:Ifthisisacompetencyreviewjustnotewhathas changedsincethelastassessment)

TransitionfromanotherBCAsystem

Levelchange

Competencylevelassessed:Residential2

Assessmentincludes(tickrelevantarea/s):

Plumbinganddrainage

Building

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Specialist:………………….……..…………….

Candidate’sworkexperience:

Way Down South District CouncilMulti Skilled Building Offi cial, February 2005 – August 2010

Way Up North City CouncilMulti Skilled Building Inspector, November 2000 – February 2005

Cowboy Builders Ltd Leading Hand/Builder 1998 – November 2000

NZ Army

Carpenter, Royal New Z ealand Engineers 1993–1998

Candidate’squalifications:

• National Certifi cate Carpentry • Trade Certifi cate Carpentry

• Sixth Form Certifi cate, School Certifi cate

Relevanttrainingcompleted

• Senior Building Offi cials’ Forum (February 2010)• BOINZ conference 2010• BOINZ residential weathertightness course (December 2009) • G12 and G13 Acceptable Solution Seminar (January 2009)• Weathertightness training BRANZ (June 2008)• Project management course NZ quality College (November 2007)• The Building Act 2004 by Department of Building and Housing (June 2006)• BOINZ conference 2002• BIA Claddings Forum (March 2002)

EXAMPLEMulti Skilled Building Inspector, November 2000 – February 2005

EXAMPLEMulti Skilled Building Inspector, November 2000 – February 2005

Leading Hand/Builder 1998 – November 2000

EXAMPLELeading Hand/Builder 1998 – November 2000

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Carpenter, Royal New Z ealand Engineers 1993–1998EXAMPLE

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Evidencerequired Comments Daterequired

Completedprocessingsheets/plans/specifications/internalaudit/recordsetc.

Bill will need to supply two processing records, including completed candidate evidence guides of two residential 2 buildings he has processed.

Internal audits of processing and inspection.

14/05/11

Quizresults N/A

Trainingcourseevaluation Training evaluation on Middle District Council ’s policies and procedures.

14/05/11

Copyofqualifications Already provided to council and contained in Bill ’s HR fi le.

N/A

Completedinspectionrecords Bill will need to supply three inspection records for residential 2, including completed candidate evidence guides for inspections (foundation, preline and fi nal).

14/05/11

Witnessingofwork Witnessing of work will be required for foundation, preline and fi nal inspections.

14/05/11

Other(pleasespecify) Professional conversation using the candidate evidence guides (completed)evidence guides (completed)

By 14/05/11

Specialrequirements(listanycompetencyscopelimitations):

Bill is not applying for assessment in the plumbing and drainage aspects as Middle District Council BCA has several experts in plumbing and drainage and separate processes assuring compliance (plumbing and drainage experts in processing and inspection)..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Agreement:

Assessor: AnnGillGrinder..........................................................................................................Date:14/04/11ClusterGroupCompetencyAssessmentManager

Candidate: BillDingPermit..........................................................................................................Date:15/04/11BuildingOfficial

Assessor: AnnGillGrinder..........................................................................................................Date:14/04/11

Candidate: BillDingPermit..........................................................................................................Date:15/04/11

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EXAMPLESpecialrequirements(listanycompetencyscopelimitations):

Bill is not applying for assessment in the plumbing and drainage aspects as Middle District Council BCA has several

EXAMPLEBill is not applying for assessment in the plumbing and drainage aspects as Middle District Council BCA has several experts in plumbing and drainage and separate processes assuring compliance (plumbing and drainage experts in processing

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candIdate evIdence form

Thepurposeofthecandidateevidenceformistohelpthecandidaterecordinformationinawaythatisusefultothecandidateandassessor.Theformcontainsaseriesofpromptsandquestionsthatthecandidatehastoanswer.Forcandidateswhoarelessabletowriteanswers,thepromptscanhelpthecandidateordertheirthinkingforaprofessionalconversationwiththeassessor.

TheprocessdescribedintheNationalBCACompetencyAssessmentSystemisacollaborativeprocessbetweenthecandidateandtheassessor.Previously,competencyassessmenttendedtobeaprocessthatwas‘doneto’acandidateratherthanthecandidateworkingwiththeassessortoestablishtheircompetence.

TheNationalBCACompetencyAssessmentSystemhasprovidedmorefocusonthecandidatethanpreviouscompetencyassessmentsystems.Itrequiresthemtoadoptamorehands-onapproach,whichrequiresthecandidateto:

• familiarisethemselveswiththecompetencyspecificationsandhowtomeettheperformanceindicatorsforeachlevel,applicabletothem

• keeppersonalrecordsofinterestingprojects,unusualsituations,workedexamplesandtheiroutcomessothatthecandidatecanusethemtosupporttheirongoingcompetencyassessment

• makedecisionsandagreementswiththeassessoronwhatwillbesuppliedforthecandidate’sassessmentofcompetency

• physicallyobtain,recordandpresenttheevidenceofcompetencetotheassessor.

Thisputsgreaterresponsibilityfordrivingthecompetencyassessmentonthecandidate,whocansometimesknowbestwhatrelevantinformation,documentationandevidencetheycanusetoestablishtheircompetence.

TheNationalBCACompetencyAssessmentSystemalsoacknowledgesthatcandidateshavedifferingstrengthsandweaknesseswhenitcomestopresentingevidenceofcompetence;forexamplesomeprocessingstafftendtobemorecomfortableatprovidingwrittenreports/casestudies/portfoliosofinformationwhereassomeinspectionstafftendtobemorepracticalandprefertoshowandtell(forexample,accompanyinganinspectoronsiteandhavingadiscussion).Byhavingthecandidatedrivingthistheygettomakeanagreementwiththeassessoronwhatwillworkforthem.

Theseformsshouldideallybefilledoutbythecandidateandhaveattachedrelevantinformationthattheybelievehelpsthemdemonstratecompetence.Ifthecandidatefeelsthatheorshecannotexpressthemselveswellinwriting,asdiscussedabove,theyshouldbepreparedtohaveaprofessionalconversationabouttheiragreedbuildingprojectsontheaspectsdiscussedinthisform.Tohelpthecandidatehavediscussions,theycanusephotosofworkundertaken,plansandspecifications,orproceduresandinspectionrecordstotalktoor,asdiscussedabove,theassessorcanalsoaccompanyacandidatewhiletheyundertaketheirwork.Assessorobservationisconsideredaveryvaluablemethodofhelpingestablishacandidate’scompetency.

Evidenceformtemplateshavebeendevelopedforprocessingandinspectionsforresidentialandcommercialwork.

SimplifiedcandidateguidanceisprovidedinAppendix6foranassessortogivetothecandidate.Thecandidateguidanceincludesinformationonhowtocompileandcompletethecandidateevidenceforms.

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Candidatename:Mr Richter ScaleDate:22.04.2010

Levelofcompetencybeingassessed:Commercial 2

Agreedbuildingconsentnumber/addressofbuildingbeingusedforassessment:

BC 123/2010

8 Seismic Close

Briefdescriptionofbuildingprojectbeingusedforassessment:

TheBuilding

The building consists of a single storey portal-framed structure that is founded on a reinforced concrete foundation. Lower level external walls consist of pre-cast concrete panels to a height of 2.5 metres with long-run profi led metal sheet cladding fi xed to steel framing above. Offi ce areas are clad with fi bre cement-based sheet on a drained cavity. The roof is clad with long-run metal sheet. The roof design incorporates a small building-plant area, which will house the building’s air-conditioning system. Internally the building is divided into two large open retail spaces, a warehouse with goods stacked in proprietary racking systems (higher than 3 metres) and a drive-through timber yard area. Two small mezzanine areas are provided for staff offi ces, bathrooms, lunch and meeting rooms.

Buildingparticulars

Building use: Commercial, crowd activity (CM) – crowd mediumOccupancy: 250 people Highest fi re hazard category (FHC): 4 Square metres: 950 m2

Specifiedsystems

The applicant listed the following specifi ed systems on the form 2 building consent application:

• Automatic sprinkler system• Emergency warning system • Emergency lighting system• Mechanical ventilation (air-conditioning) • Backfl ow prevention• Means of escape (fi nal exits, fi re separations and signage)

Describeinyourownwordswhatyouconsiderisimportantinrelationtothefollowingaspectsofyourbuildingproject.

1.Site/landthatbuildingisbeingbuilton:

The site includes the following special features.

a. GIS mapping indicates the site is located within a specifi c design wind zone. The design engineer confi rmed this view by calculating the site’s wind speed to be 56 m/sec (designated specifi c engineered design (SED)). Structural design, loading calculations and material selection have all taken the sites relative wind loading into consideration.

b. The geotechnical report has identifi ed the site as generally having good ultimate soil bearing capacity; however a small portion of poor quality soil has been identifi ed at the southeastern end of the site. This localised area of poor ground requires specifi c strengthening attention to ensure the building platform can support the load-path from the super structure; consequently a condition has been added to the building consent under section 90 of the Building Act 2004 for third party verifi cation (PS4 monitoring) of this building work as we do not have the specifi c in-house competency to undertake such monitoring or soil testing. The design engineer responsible for observation work is well known to the BCA and is a practising CPEng.

c. The site is rural and is in zone 2 as defi ned in NZ S 3604:1999, indicating building elements are unlikely to be affected by accelerated atmospheric corrosion from wind blown salt laden air and the like.

d. The site has no easements, encumbrances, consent notices etc listed on the certifi cate of title. So no specifi c limitations/design modifi cations are necessary in this regard. Council records also indicate that the site does not have any land related issues such as hazards, contamination or heritage status etc.

e. A surveyor has been involved in defi ning the allotment’s boundaries, so boundary clearances etc should be relatively easy to establish on site.

EXAMPLEThe applicant listed the following specifi ed systems on the form 2 building consent application:

EXAMPLEThe applicant listed the following specifi ed systems on the form 2 building consent application:

Emergency lighting system

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2. Foundations:

Basis for design: AS/NZ S 1170:2002, B1/VM1 and B1/VM4

The building’s foundation is fully engineered and will be monitored at specifi ed times during construction (some specifi c soil testing is required to confi rm design assumptions made regarding poor soil quality at the southeastern end of the site).

The slab ’s DPM is well detailed on plan and within the specifi cation and meets the E2 performance requirements.

Perimeter pre-cast concrete panels are to be welded to base plates that are to be tied into the slab.

Other aspects of the foundation design were considered standard for this type of building work eg concrete strength, ground clearances, shrinkage control joist, steel size, steel cover and lap, DPM etc.

Some services are to be run within the slab, but this is covered in item 6 below.

3. Structureofthebuildingfromfoundation/slabup:

Basis for design: AS/NZ S 1170:2002, B1/VM1

The building’s structural frame/skeleton consists of steel portals and steel horizontal girts that are clad with long-run metal sheet cladding. Pre-cast panels extend 2.5 metres above fl oor level around the perimeter of the slab.

Plans and specifi cations for the project indicate the building structure (roof) is to support the weight of some large air-conditioning units. The air-conditioning units do not feature in any of the design engineer’s sketches and it is unclear if she is aware of the additional super-imposed load associated with these units (a phone call was made to the engineer to confi rm that the design had accounted for the additional loading imposed by these units). The engineer confi rms these units were not included on the plan version she was provided with. As a result the roof loading is recalculated and the units are moved to a more suitable location (amended plans were requested and provided). Fixing details were also requested for securing the units through the roof cladding in order to satisfy clause E2.

4. Buildingenvelope(claddings):

Basis for design: E2/VM1 and E2/AS1 modifi ed and used as an alternative solution for Building Code compliance.

The building is outside the scope and limitations of E2/AS1; however the designer has chosen to use some design principles and fi gures within the Acceptable Solution to prove compliance with clause E2. Given that the site is located in an SED wind zone and the designer has provided junction details that were unconventional it was decided to get the design peer-reviewed by an independent expert. The design was peer-reviewed by a recognised weathertightness expert who confi rms that the building meets clause E.2.3.2. The designer also provides in-service history of a similar building design that is subject to the equivalent wind pressure. A combination of in-service history and expert opinion confi rms the design meets clause E2 of the NZ BC on reasonable grounds.

5. Firesafety:

Basis for design: C/AS1

Active systems included: Basis for compliance

Automatic sprinkler system NZ S 4541:2007

Emergency warning system F7/AS1 NZ S 4512:2003

Emergency lighting system F6/AS1 AS/NZ S 2293:1995

Passive systems included:

Means of escape (fi nal exits, fi re separations and signage) C/AS1

The building is located at least 20 metres away from any boundaries and no other buildings are in close proximity, so spread of fi re beyond the building is unlikely.

The applicant provided a fi re report that used the Compliance Documents Acceptable Solution C/AS1 to illustrate compliance with the NZBC. In line with our BCA’s policies and procedures our lead technical person for the C-Docs (John de-blaze) peer-reviewed the fi re report and associated plans. The internal review confi rmed my fi ndings and agreed the documents met the requirements of C/AS1 and the NZBC.

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLEsuper-imposed load associated with these units (a phone call was made to the engineer to confi rm that the design had accounted for the

EXAMPLEsuper-imposed load associated with these units (a phone call was made to the engineer to confi rm that the design had accounted for the additional loading imposed by these units). The engineer confi rms these units were not included on the plan version she was provided

EXAMPLEadditional loading imposed by these units). The engineer confi rms these units were not included on the plan version she was provided with. As a result the roof loading is recalculated and the units are moved to a more suitable location (amended plans were requested

EXAMPLEwith. As a result the roof loading is recalculated and the units are moved to a more suitable location (amended plans were requested and provided). Fixing details were also requested for securing the units through the roof cladding in order to satisfy clause E2.

EXAMPLEand provided). Fixing details were also requested for securing the units through the roof cladding in order to satisfy clause E2.

Basis for design: E2/VM1 and E2/AS1 modifi ed and used as an alternative solution for Building Code compliance.

EXAMPLEBasis for design: E2/VM1 and E2/AS1 modifi ed and used as an alternative solution for Building Code compliance.

The building is outside the scope and limitations of E2/AS1; however the designer has chosen to use some design principles and fi gures

EXAMPLEThe building is outside the scope and limitations of E2/AS1; however the designer has chosen to use some design principles and fi gures within the Acceptable Solution to prove compliance with clause E2. Given that the site is located in an SED wind zone and the

EXAMPLEwithin the Acceptable Solution to prove compliance with clause E2. Given that the site is located in an SED wind zone and the designer has provided junction details that were unconventional it was decided to get the design peer-reviewed by an independent EXAMPLE

designer has provided junction details that were unconventional it was decided to get the design peer-reviewed by an independent expert. The design was peer-reviewed by a recognised weathertightness expert who confi rms that the building meets clause E.2.3.2. EXAMPLE

expert. The design was peer-reviewed by a recognised weathertightness expert who confi rms that the building meets clause E.2.3.2. The designer also provides in-service history of a similar building design that is subject to the equivalent wind pressure. EXAMPLE

The designer also provides in-service history of a similar building design that is subject to the equivalent wind pressure.

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6. Services:

General All services penetrations were checked to have adequate protection (eg, fi re collars, structural support, not compromising sound rated walls etc).

P&DDrainage and plumbing services for clauses (E1, G1, G2, G10, G12 and G13) were assessed by the BCA’s technical person (S Bend). A small issue was identifi ed regarding pipe falls for sanitary services in the slab (pipe falls within the slab were not adequately detailed on plan). S Bend contacted the designer and the appropriate falls were entered on the relevant drawings. Other P and D matters were found to comply with NZ BC.

Prescribed gas and electrical work Covered by an energy work certifi cate (providing a copy of these certifi cates is a condition of the building consent).

Specifi ed systemsIn accordance with section 7 of the Building Act the designer provided a list of the specifi ed systems to be installed in the building and the proposed procedures for inspection and maintenance of those systems. A schematic plan was also appended to this information to help with on site inspection and system identifi cation purposes.

Third-party commissioning certifi cates are required for the installation of the alarm and sprinkler systems (providing this verifi cation/certifi cation were made on condition of the issued building consent).

7. Interiorfinishes:

Spread of fi reFire resistance ratings and surface fi nishes were assessed and peer-reviewed as part of the fi re safety assessment. These items were found to meet the NZ BC.

Slip resistance The designer elected to use materials that met the slip resistance requirements detailed in D1/AS1 (eg, friction coeffi cient of not less than 0.4).

MoistureWet area fl oor and wall services were well detailed within the design documents and generally used E3/AS1 as means of compliance, albeit with a few minor alternative solutions (the design of a level access accessible shower was deemed beyond the scope of the acceptable solution as it used a sheet membrane on fl oor and wall surfaces; however, the design was found to be well detailed and deemed to meet the requirements of E3).

Describeinyourownwordstheareasofthebuildingthatyouconsiderarisk:

• Foundation – the geotechnical report identifi ed areas where poor soil quality was present.• Structural – building plant located on roof (air-conditioning units) • Building envelope – potential for water ingress and alternative solution offered as a means of compliance • Services – penetrations through fi re rated walls, specifi ed systems – correct design standards and inspection and maintenance

requirements. Pipe services in slab did identify falls/gradient.

Why?:

• Foundation – potential for localised building failure due to poor ground conditions. • Structural – potential for building failure due to an unsupported point-load that was not addressed during the design phase.• Building envelope alternative solution offered by applicant was viewed as potential area of weathertightness risk (peer-review requested

to support proposed design).• Services – penetrations through fi re walls create the potential to compromise fi re resistance.

EXAMPLEFire resistance ratings and surface fi nishes were assessed and peer-reviewed as part of the fi re safety assessment. These items were found

EXAMPLEFire resistance ratings and surface fi nishes were assessed and peer-reviewed as part of the fi re safety assessment. These items were found

The designer elected to use materials that met the slip resistance requirements detailed in D1/AS1 (eg, friction coeffi cient of not

EXAMPLEThe designer elected to use materials that met the slip resistance requirements detailed in D1/AS1 (eg, friction coeffi cient of not

Wet area fl oor and wall services were well detailed within the design documents and generally used E3/AS1 as means of compliance, EXAMPLEWet area fl oor and wall services were well detailed within the design documents and generally used E3/AS1 as means of compliance, albeit with a few minor alternative solutions (the design of a level access accessible shower was deemed beyond the scope of the acceptable EXAMPLE

albeit with a few minor alternative solutions (the design of a level access accessible shower was deemed beyond the scope of the acceptable solution as it used a sheet membrane on fl oor and wall surfaces; however, the design was found to be well detailed and deemed to meet EXAMPLE

solution as it used a sheet membrane on fl oor and wall surfaces; however, the design was found to be well detailed and deemed to meet

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Werethereanyalternativesolutionsusedinthisbuilding?Ifso,pleasedescribeinyourownwordswhattheywereandhowyouassessedthem:

E2: Cladding system. Use of expert opinion and in-service history of a similar product or building method confi rmed compliance with NZ BC.

E3: Accessible shower. Design outside the scope of E3/AS1, but the designer included supporting evidence and testing of product/method used. The shower was assessed against E3’s requirements and was deemed to meet the Building Code.

Inyourownwords,pleasedescribeanylegislativerequirementsyouneededtoconsiderwhenprocessingthebuildingconsentapplication:

• The Building Act 2004, in particular– Sections 17 – all work must comply with NZ BC, 19 – different methods of meeting the NZ BC (eg, Compliance Documents,

product certs, determination etc), 46-51 – processing a building consent, statutory timeframes, NZ FS requirements (is defi ned as relevant building in section 21A of Fire Services Act 1975). 100-105 – compliance schedule considerations as specifi ed systems are being installed as part of the proposed building work. 118 – access and facilities for people with disabilities as the building falls within Schedule 2 of the Building Act 2004

• The Building Regulations, in particular – The Building Regulations 1992 (Schedule 1 the Building Code)– Building (Forms) Regulations 2004

Listwhatfurtherevidenceyouhaveeitherattachedorreferredtointhisform.Note:YoudonotneedtoduplicatedocumentsthatarestoredelsewhereintheBCA’ssystem,butthesedoneedtobereferenced.Documentsthatyoudoattachorreferenceneedtoberelevant

Building Consent BC 123/2010• Building consent BC 123/2010 plans and specifi cations, particularly:

− Records of conversation with engineer about extra roof loading− Requests for further information− Fire report− Alternative solution cladding (details A04, A06,A020 and pages 57–68 of the specifi cations)− Accessible shower details (page A05 and specifi cation pages 72–73)

• Alternative solution processing sheet (cladding and accessible shower)• Producer statement acceptance recordsEXAMPLENote:YoudonotneedtoduplicatedocumentsthatarestoredelsewhereintheBCA’ssystem,butthesedoneedtobe

EXAMPLENote:YoudonotneedtoduplicatedocumentsthatarestoredelsewhereintheBCA’ssystem,butthesedoneedtobereferenced.Documentsthatyoudoattachorreferenceneedtoberelevant

EXAMPLEreferenced.Documentsthatyoudoattachorreferenceneedtoberelevant.

EXAMPLE.

Building consent BC 123/2010 plans and specifi cations, particularly:

EXAMPLEBuilding consent BC 123/2010 plans and specifi cations, particularly:

Records of conversation with engineer about extra roof loading

EXAMPLERecords of conversation with engineer about extra roof loading

Alternative solution cladding (details A04, A06,A020 and pages 57–68 of the specifi cations)

EXAMPLEAlternative solution cladding (details A04, A06,A020 and pages 57–68 of the specifi cations)Accessible shower details (page A05 and specifi cation pages 72–73) EXAMPLEAccessible shower details (page A05 and specifi cation pages 72–73)

Alternative solution processing sheet (cladding and accessible shower)EXAMPLE

Alternative solution processing sheet (cladding and accessible shower)Producer statement acceptance recordsEXAMPLE

Producer statement acceptance records

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Candidatename: Mr Richter ScaleMr Richter ScaleMr Richter Scale Date:17.05.2010

Levelofcompetencybeingassessed:Commercial 2

Agreedbuildingconsentnumber/addressofbuildingbeingassessed:

BC 123/20108 Seismic Close

Whattypeofworkistheinspectionrelatingto(tickrelevantwork)?

Building

Plumbinganddrainage

Whattypeofinspectionisbeingassessed(tickrelevantwork)?

Foundation

Preline

Final

Briefdescriptionofbuildingprojectbeingusedforassessment:

The building consists of a single-storey, portal-framed structure that is founded on a reinforced concrete foundation. Lower level external walls consist of pre-cast concrete panels to a height of 2.5 metres with long-run profi led metal sheet cladding fi xed to steel framing above. Offi ce areas are clad with fi bre cement-based sheet on a drained cavity. The roof is clad with long-run metal sheet. The roof design incorporates a small building-plant area, which will house the building’s air-conditioning system. Internally the building is divided into two large open retail spaces, a warehouse with goods stacked in proprietary racking systems (higher than 3 metres) and a drive-through timber yard area. Two small mezzanine areas are provided for staff offi ces, bathrooms, lunch and meeting rooms.

Buildingparticulars

Building use: Commercial, crowd activity (CM) – crowd mediumOccupancy: 250 peopleHighest fi re hazard category (FHC): 4 Square meterage: 950 m2

Briefdescriptionofinspectionbeingundertakenforassessment:

Final inspection for commercial level 2 type building work.

Objective: ensuring the building work has been carried out in accordance with building consent – plans and specifi cations and any amendments, minor variations undertaken during the project and meets the NZ BC requirements.

A review of the consent fi le was undertaken before visiting the site to familiarise myself with the status of the project and identify if there were any outstanding compliance matters.

The project manager responsible for managing the development asked that he be present during the inspection. This was agreed to as it was felt it would be benefi cial should any queries arise about technical matters.

A separate fi nal inspection covering P&D compliance is to be undertaken.

Describeinyourownwordswhatyouconsiderisimportantinrelationtothefollowingrelevantaspectsofyourbuildinginspection:

1. Site/landthatbuildingisbeingbuiltoninrelationtotheinspection:

• As the site is located in a specifi c design wind zone (subject to higher than normal wind pressures) and has some unconventional cladding design details have been used. I will place particular emphasis on inspecting these aspects as it is important to ensure the building’s external envelope has been completed in accordance with plans and specifi cations.

• The site’s geotechnical report identifi ed specifi c requirements for certain areas of the site. As a consequence the project manager has agreed to provide copies of the engineer’s inspection notes and a (PS4) to confi rm the building work undertaken meets the Building Code (means of compliance: Verifi cation Methods cited in the Compliance Document for B1).

EXAMPLEThe roof design incorporates a small building-plant area, which will house the building’s air-conditioning system. Internally the building

EXAMPLEThe roof design incorporates a small building-plant area, which will house the building’s air-conditioning system. Internally the building is divided into two large open retail spaces, a warehouse with goods stacked in proprietary racking systems (higher than 3 metres)

EXAMPLEis divided into two large open retail spaces, a warehouse with goods stacked in proprietary racking systems (higher than 3 metres) and a drive-through timber yard area. Two small mezzanine areas are provided for staff offi ces, bathrooms, lunch and meeting rooms.

EXAMPLEand a drive-through timber yard area. Two small mezzanine areas are provided for staff offi ces, bathrooms, lunch and meeting rooms.

Building use: Commercial, crowd activity (CM) – crowd medium

EXAMPLEBuilding use: Commercial, crowd activity (CM) – crowd medium

Highest fi re hazard category (FHC): 4

EXAMPLEHighest fi re hazard category (FHC): 4

Briefdescriptionofinspectionbeingundertakenforassessment:EXAMPLE

Briefdescriptionofinspectionbeingundertakenforassessment:

Final inspection for commercial level 2 type building work. EXAMPLE

Final inspection for commercial level 2 type building work.

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2. Structureanddurabilityinrelationtotheinspection:

• As noted above the engineer’s inspection notes and (PS4) are to be provided during the inspection to confi rm compliance in relation to structural matters conditioned on the building consent.

• A visual inspection of completed work was undertaken to ensure visible fi xings, ties, bracing etc are in place and are compliant. This was not done to redress items already inspected during preline/postline inspections. It was simply undertaken as general observation of the building’s overall structural compliance.

• I inspected the building for any evidence of structural movement, settlement, subsidence, warping, compression etc that would raise concern and may require additional investigation. No such issues were evident.

• A visual inspection of external/internal materials and coatings was undertaken to ensure these items met the plans and specifi cations and the Building Code, in particular clauses B1, E2 and B2.

3. Buildingenvelope(claddings)inrelationtotheinspection:

• I ensured the external envelope had been completed in accordance with building consent (plans and specs). As the building work includes alternative solutions used as a means of compliance, more emphasis was placed on the inspection of unconventional details, such as junction fl ashings between different cladding types. As an additional precaution, internal moisture level readings were taken on internal lined wall surfaces to provide additional support for the end compliance decision.

• I visually checked exposed fl ashings, membranes, cavity vents and drainage and kept an eye out for any un-consented attachments to the building envelope.

4. Firesafetyaspectsofthebuildinginrelationtotheinspection:

• A full walk-through inspection was undertaken to ensure the nominated means of escape was compliant and penetrations to fi re walls were sealed and made good.

• Life-safety systems (specifi ed systems) were confi rmed to be operational. Third-party verifi cation/certifi cation and commissioning information was provided to confi rm the fi re alarm and sprinkler had been installed in accordance with specifi ed NZ Standards (eg, NZ S 4512:2003 for the alarm system).

5. Servicesandassociatedsystemsinrelationtotheinspection:

• P&D inspection is to be undertaken by a BCO with the appropriate P&D competencies (not part of this inspection).• The fi nal inspection revealed that the following specifi ed systems had not been identifi ed during the processing stage of the building

consent. The owner had failed to identify the following specifi ed systems within their application for building consent – smoke control system for removing smoke and a CO detection device for early warning of gas leakage. Both specifi ed systems were located within the car park area of the building (refer to attached photos 1 and 2 for details of these specifi ed systems). Further information was requested regarding the installation, performance, inspection and procedural requirements of these specifi ed systems. Note: The fi nal inspection was failed as a result of this fi nding.

• The project manager was informed of the areas of non-compliance (non-consented building work) and was provided with an inspection report that outlined what was required to resolve these matters (amended plans and specifi cations, and performance, maintenance and reporting procedures for each specifi ed system). The project manager acknowledged the importance of getting these matters resolved and forwarded the information required, which in turn was added to the compliance schedule.

6. Interiorfinishesinrelationtotheinspection:

• Inspection of these elements was undertaken during the inspection of means of escape (in item 4). This included a visual check of fl oor, wall and ceiling fi nishes and fi xtures and fi ttings to ensure they comply with the plans and in particular the fi re report.

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLEA full walk-through inspection was undertaken to ensure the nominated means of escape was compliant and penetrations to fi re

EXAMPLEA full walk-through inspection was undertaken to ensure the nominated means of escape was compliant and penetrations to fi re

Life-safety systems (specifi ed systems) were confi rmed to be operational. Third-party verifi cation/certifi cation and commissioning

EXAMPLELife-safety systems (specifi ed systems) were confi rmed to be operational. Third-party verifi cation/certifi cation and commissioning information was provided to confi rm the fi re alarm and sprinkler had been installed in accordance with specifi ed NZ Standards

EXAMPLEinformation was provided to confi rm the fi re alarm and sprinkler had been installed in accordance with specifi ed NZ Standards

5. Servicesandassociatedsystemsinrelationtotheinspection:

EXAMPLE5. Servicesandassociatedsystemsinrelationtotheinspection:

P&D inspection is to be undertaken by a BCO with the appropriate P&D competencies (not part of this inspection).

EXAMPLEP&D inspection is to be undertaken by a BCO with the appropriate P&D competencies (not part of this inspection).The fi nal inspection revealed that the following specifi ed systems had not been identifi ed during the processing stage of the building EXAMPLEThe fi nal inspection revealed that the following specifi ed systems had not been identifi ed during the processing stage of the building EXAMPLE

consent. The owner had failed to identify the following specifi ed systems within their application for building consent – smoke EXAMPLE

consent. The owner had failed to identify the following specifi ed systems within their application for building consent – smoke control system for removing smoke and a CO detection device for early warning of gas leakage. Both specifi ed systems were located EXAMPLE

control system for removing smoke and a CO detection device for early warning of gas leakage. Both specifi ed systems were located

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Describeinyourownwordstheareasofthebuildingwhatyouconsiderariskareainrelationtoyourinspection:

• Foundation – the geotechnical report identifi ed areas where poor soil quality where present (potential risk of structural failure).• Structural – building plant located on roof (air-condition units creating a superimposed/point-load.) • Building envelope – potential for water ingress as an alternative solution had been offered as a means of compliance• Services – penetrations through fi re rated walls, specifi ed systems – correct design standards and inspection and maintenance

requirements. Pipe services in slab did identify fall/pipe gradients. • Specifi ed systems installed, but not identifi ed within the consented documents. Amended plans and specifi cations required prior

to issuing the CCC.

Why?:

• Foundation – potential for localised building failure due to poor ground conditions. • Structural – super-imposed load to roof could create issues if not correctly designed and/or installed.• Building envelope – the alternative solution offered by the applicant was viewed as potential area of weathertightness risk.

Unconventional design means checking of building envelope is very thorough. • Services – penetrations through fi re walls create the potential to compromise fi re resistance. • Specifi ed systems that are not picked up during a building consent will not end up on the buildings compliance schedule and will

consequently not get inspected and maintained over the life of the building.

Inyourownwordspleasedescribeanylegislativerequirementsyouneededtoconsiderwheninspectingthisbuildingwork:

The Building Act 2004, in particular:

• Section 17 all building work must comply with the Building Code.• Sections 100–105 – compliance schedule considerations as specifi ed systems are being installed as part of the proposed building work• In relation to BCA accreditation regulations the requirement to follow the inspections procedures of the BCA.• The Building Regulations, in particular• The Building Regulations 1992 (Schedule 1 the Building Code)• Building (Forms) Regulations 2004• Building (Accreditation of Building Consent Authorities) Regulations 2006.

Listwhatfurtherevidenceyouhaveeitherattachedorreferredtointhisform.Note:YoudonotneedtoduplicatedocumentsthatarestoredelsewhereintheBCA’ssystem,butthesedoneedtobereferenced.Documentsthatyoudoattachorreferenceneedtoberelevant.

Building Consent BC 123/2010• Building consent BC 123/2010 plans and specifi cations, particularly: − Compliance schedule − Fire report − Completed fi nal inspection checklist and inspection notes • Attached photos and notes on missing specifi ed systems

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLESections 100–105 – compliance schedule considerations as specifi ed systems are being installed as part of the proposed building work

EXAMPLESections 100–105 – compliance schedule considerations as specifi ed systems are being installed as part of the proposed building workIn relation to BCA accreditation regulations the requirement to follow the inspections procedures of the BCA.

EXAMPLEIn relation to BCA accreditation regulations the requirement to follow the inspections procedures of the BCA.

The Building Regulations 1992 (Schedule 1 the Building Code)

EXAMPLEThe Building Regulations 1992 (Schedule 1 the Building Code)Building (Forms) Regulations 2004

EXAMPLEBuilding (Forms) Regulations 2004Building (Accreditation of Building Consent Authorities) Regulations 2006.

EXAMPLEBuilding (Accreditation of Building Consent Authorities) Regulations 2006.

Listwhatfurtherevidenceyouhaveeitherattachedorreferredtointhisform.EXAMPLE

Listwhatfurtherevidenceyouhaveeitherattachedorreferredtointhisform.Note:YoudonotneedtoduplicatedocumentsthatarestoredelsewhereintheBCA’ssystem,butthesedoneedtobeEXAMPLE

Note:YoudonotneedtoduplicatedocumentsthatarestoredelsewhereintheBCA’ssystem,butthesedoneedtobereferenced.Documentsthatyoudoattachorreferenceneedtoberelevant.EXAMPLE

referenced.Documentsthatyoudoattachorreferenceneedtoberelevant.

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1. Photo of smoke control system in the car park area. Not listed as a specifi ed system on the building consent and/or picked up during processing of the building consent.

2. Photo of CO (carbon monoxide gas detector) early warning device. Not listed as a specifi ed system on the building consent and/or picked up during processing of the building consent.

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

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Candidatename:Bill Ding PermitDate:03.02.2010

Levelofcompetencybeingassessed:Residential 2

Agreedbuildingconsentnumber/addressofbuildingbeingusedforassessment:

10 Smith St, BC 001010

Briefdescriptionofbuildingprojectbeingusedforassessment:

This building is a single storey, monopitched (fl at roof less than 10 degrees), dwelling. The structure of the building is constructed generally in accordance with NZ S 3604:1999. The risk matrix score for this building is 7. The cladding consists of weatherboard (Linea®) and fl at sheet (Axon®) fi xed over a cavity and is generally in accordance with E2/AS1 and longrun corrugate roofi ng. However, the Linea® weatherboards are technically an alternative solution to E2/AS1.

Describeinyourownwordswhatyouconsiderisimportantinrelationtothefollowingaspectsofyourbuildingproject:

1. Site/landthatbuildingisbeingbuilton:

The site has been subdivided and had a geotechnical report and specifi c requirements for certain areas of the site. The geotechnical report requires the western foundation to be deeper due to it being located in close proximity to a sloping bank and the reduced compaction of the ground in this area.

The council ’s GIS register notes that this site is located in a very high wind zone however the designer has provided a wind zone assessment to NZ S 3604: 1999. I have focused on this as it is a site constraint that may affect the structure. I agree that the site is in a high wind zone.

Another aspect is that councils GIS register notes that this site is within the sea spray zone; however, the designer has provided evidence that the most western side of the site is actually just outside the sea spray zone by a few metres. I agree that the site is outside the sea spray zone as stated in NZ S 3604:1999.

2. Foundations:

As discussed above, due to one side of the building being located in close proximity to a sloping bank and the reduced compaction of the ground in this area a specifi c design aspect of the foundation was required. This specifi c design aspect is simply a deepening of the foundation using mass concrete as described in the engineer’s design.

The non-specifi c design foundation is to NZ S 3604:1999 and consists of 2x D12 with D10 starters at 600 mm c/s. The foundation requires 20 mpa concrete (note: not in a sea spray zone). Standard 200 series concrete blocks and header blocks are proposed, laid to the required fl oor level (no minimum fl oor level is required except the standard requirement of E1/AS1 to be above the crown in the road).

The fl oor slab is supported by compacted hardfi ll within the outer perimeter formed by the concrete blocks in max 150mm layers. A vapour barrier consisting of 0.25 polythene with taped joints. A perimeter bar (D12) is shown tied into the starters through the blocks bent over allowing 665 mesh to be placed over the starters.

3. Structureofthebuildingfromfoundation/slabup:

The building structure is generally in accordance with NZ S 3604: 1999 and includes some aspects of specifi c design, such as the garage lintel, trusses and lounge rafters. The timber frames consist of 100 mm x 50 mm MSG 8 at 600 mm c/s treated to H1.2 for the 2.4m high ceilings. Where the ceiling is more than 2.4m, 150 mm x 50 mm placed at spacings ranging from 400 mm to 600mm.

Particular review of the lounge rafters were assessed due to their length. These rafters were designed using the ganglam charts. A parallel girder truss supports the span over the lounge and the loads are transferred to the external foundation through double studs. A roof manufacture’s buildable design is included in the plans and specifi cations (from Mitec).

4. Buildingenvelope(claddings):

The cladding for this building is Linea® weatherboard and Axon® sheet. These products are fi bre (cellulose) cement based claddings and are installed over a 20 mm drained cavity all round. The roof is considered a fl at roof for the purposes of E2/AS1 as they fall below 10 degrees for both areas of roof.

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLEAnother aspect is that councils GIS register notes that this site is within the sea spray zone; however, the designer has provided evidence

EXAMPLEAnother aspect is that councils GIS register notes that this site is within the sea spray zone; however, the designer has provided evidence that the most western side of the site is actually just outside the sea spray zone by a few metres. I agree that the site is outside the sea

EXAMPLEthat the most western side of the site is actually just outside the sea spray zone by a few metres. I agree that the site is outside the sea

As discussed above, due to one side of the building being located in close proximity to a sloping bank and the reduced compaction

EXAMPLEAs discussed above, due to one side of the building being located in close proximity to a sloping bank and the reduced compaction of the ground in this area a specifi c design aspect of the foundation was required. This specifi c design aspect is simply a deepening

EXAMPLEof the ground in this area a specifi c design aspect of the foundation was required. This specifi c design aspect is simply a deepening of the foundation using mass concrete as described in the engineer’s design.EXAMPLEof the foundation using mass concrete as described in the engineer’s design.

The non-specifi c design foundation is to NZ S 3604:1999 and consists of 2x D12 with D10 starters at 600 mm c/s. The foundation EXAMPLE

The non-specifi c design foundation is to NZ S 3604:1999 and consists of 2x D12 with D10 starters at 600 mm c/s. The foundation requires 20 mpa concrete (note: not in a sea spray zone). Standard 200 series concrete blocks and header blocks are proposed, laid to the EXAMPLE

requires 20 mpa concrete (note: not in a sea spray zone). Standard 200 series concrete blocks and header blocks are proposed, laid to the

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4. Buildingenvelope(claddings):

The Axon® cladding is vertically joined over a 50 mm inseal strip and the cladding itself has a rebated edge to provide approximately 10 mm coverage (lap). The Linea® weatherboards are tongue and grooved at the ends and are joined by placing a bead of silicone in the groove and inserting the tongue end from another length of weatherboard. The corners of the weatherboard are fi tted with corner soakers and the internal corners are butt jointed into either a purpose-made internal corner fl ashing or butt jointed against the Axon® sheet. All internal and external corners are back-fl ashed.

All openings are fl ashed with a proprietary aluminium fl ashing and all openings in the building paper (air and moisture barrier) are taped and fl ashed with a fl exible waterproof membrane.

Details of all cladding junctions, openings and fl ashing requirements have been provided and are deemed to meet the requirements of E2.

5. Passivefireprotectionsystems:

No passive fi re protection systems were involved with this building; however, an active system is included that consists of a hardwired smoke detection and alarm system (early warning device) and was deemed to comply with Clause F7.

6. Services:

Drainage is 100 mm PVC installed to AS/NZ S 3500 to an existing connection to the council main sewer. Stormwater is disposed of on site as no public stormwater connection is provided. Plumbing is mains pressure polybute system installed to G12/AS1 and includes a mains pressure electric 180L HWC. Cooking is gas supplied via a 9kg bottle located outside and piped to cooker. Electricity, phone and gas (not yet supplied to the area) are supplied to the site.

7. Interiorfinishes:

The interior is lined with Gib® plaster board. Aqualine Gib® is detailed to wet areas. The fl oor is carpeted in the living areas and vinyl in the dinning room and kitchen and both bathrooms (wet areas). The vinyl in the wet areas is coved to comply with E3/AS1. Surfaces to the kitchen are easily cleanable and impervious.

Describeinyourownwordstheareasofthebuildingthatyouconsiderarisk:

1. Foundation located in the western side.2. Cladding junctions between different types of cladding and fl ashings to openings.3. Flashing detail between the negative eave and cladding.4. Ensuring that enough fall is provided from the farthest fi xture to the connection to the council sewer.

Why?:

1. I consider the foundation located in the western side of the site a risk because of the reduced stability of the ground due to the proximity of the slope to the foundation. If this is not correct severe settlement could occur and this would be a failure of B1 Structure.

2. I consider the cladding junctions between different types of claddings and fl ashings to openings a risk area as in the past these areas have been known to leak.

3. I consider the fl ashing detail between the negative eave and cladding a risk as this is a commonly forgotten detail and the area is prone to leaking in high winds.

4. I consider that the fall provided from the farthest fi xture to the connection to the council sewer is close to the minimum fall allowed (1:60) although it shows that it complies I would be noting this and asking the drainage inspector to pay particular attention on site.

Werethereanyalternativesolutionsusedinthisbuilding?Ifsopleasedescribeinyourownwordswhattheywere

andhowyouassessedthem:

Yes, as stated above the Linea® weatherboards were technically an alternative solution due to them being a fi bre cement product rather than a timber weatherboard. I justifi ed this by comparing them to the E2/AS1 solution for weatherboards that are similar in construction technique and dimension. I then justifi ed the durability of the product (particularly the fi bre cement aspect) throughthe product’s technical literature and fi bre cement’s historic use.

The consent also specifi es proprietary acrylic shower cubicles of a kind that are commonly installed in dwellings. These types of showers are alternative solutions as they do not strictly comply with E3/AS1. I have accepted these shower cubicles as they meet the relevant performance requirements of E3 Internal Moisture and also have appropriate historic performance.

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EXAMPLEThe interior is lined with Gib® plaster board. Aqualine Gib® is detailed to wet areas. The fl oor is carpeted in the living areas and

EXAMPLEThe interior is lined with Gib® plaster board. Aqualine Gib® is detailed to wet areas. The fl oor is carpeted in the living areas and vinyl in the dinning room and kitchen and both bathrooms (wet areas). The vinyl in the wet areas is coved to comply with E3/AS1.

EXAMPLEvinyl in the dinning room and kitchen and both bathrooms (wet areas). The vinyl in the wet areas is coved to comply with E3/AS1. Surfaces to the kitchen are easily cleanable and impervious.

EXAMPLESurfaces to the kitchen are easily cleanable and impervious.

Describeinyourownwordstheareasofthebuildingthatyouconsiderarisk:

EXAMPLEDescribeinyourownwordstheareasofthebuildingthatyouconsiderarisk:

1. Foundation located in the western side.

EXAMPLE1. Foundation located in the western side.2. Cladding junctions between different types of cladding and fl ashings to openings.

EXAMPLE2. Cladding junctions between different types of cladding and fl ashings to openings.3. Flashing detail between the negative eave and cladding.EXAMPLE

3. Flashing detail between the negative eave and cladding.4. Ensuring that enough fall is provided from the farthest fi xture to the connection to the council sewer.EXAMPLE

4. Ensuring that enough fall is provided from the farthest fi xture to the connection to the council sewer.

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Inyourownwordspleasedescribeanylegislativerequirementsyouneededtoconsiderwhenprocessing/inspectingthisbuildingconsent/application:

The legislative requirements assessed with this building consent application include:

• Section 17 all building work must comply with the Building Code• Section 19 how compliance with the Building Code is established• Requirement for building consents 40–43• Section 45 how to apply for a building consent (for the purposes of vetting an application)• Section 48 processing application for a building consent (20 day timeframe, suspending the 20 day timeframe)• Section 49 grant of building consent (being satisfied on reasonable grounds that compliance with the Building Code will be achieved

if built in accordance with the plans and specifications that were with the application)• Section 51 issue of building consent• Section 90 inspections by BCAs• In relation to BCA accreditation regulations the requirement to follow the procedures of the BCA.

Listwhatfurtherevidenceyouhaveeitherattachedorreferredtointhisform.Note:YoudonotneedtoduplicatedocumentsthatarestoredelsewhereintheBCAssystem,butthesedoneedtobereferenced.Documentsthatyoudoattachorreferenceneedtoberelevant.

BC 001010

• Elevations• Site and Drainage• Foundations• Floor Plan

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to be completed by the candidate.

Candidatename:Bill Ding PermitDate:08.05.2010

Levelofcompetencybeingassessed:Residential 2

Agreedbuildingconsentnumber/addressofbuildingbeingassessed:

10 Smith St, BC 001010

Whattypeofworkistheinspectionrelatingto(tickrelevantwork)?

Building

Plumbinganddrainage

Whattypeofinspectionisbeingassessed(tickrelevantwork)?

Foundation

Preline

Final

Briefdescriptionofbuildingprojectbeingusedforassessment:

This building is a single storey, monopitched (fl at roof less than 10 degrees), dwelling. The structure of the building is constructed generally in accordance with NZ S 3604:1999 including a standard foundation in most areas and concrete block work and header block with a 100mm concrete slab. The cladding consists of weatherboard (Linea®) and fl at sheet (Axon®) fi xed over a cavity and is generally in accordance with E2/AS1 and longrun corrugate roofi ng.

Briefdescriptionofinspectionbeingundertakenforassessment:

This inspection is of the slab, prior to pouring concrete.

Describeinyourownwordswhatyouconsiderisimportantinrelationtothefollowingrelevantaspectsofyourbuildinginspection:

1. Site/landthatbuildingisbeingbuiltoninrelationtotheinspection:

The site has a geotechnical report and specifi c requirements for certain areas of the site. The geotechnical report requires the western foundation to be deeper due to it being located in close proximity to a sloping bank and the reduced compaction of the ground in this area.

The site is close to a beach (seaspray zone) however the designer has provided evidence that the most western side of the site is actually just out side the sea spray zone (approximately 512 m). Therefore the required strength of exposed concrete, containing reinforcing steel is 20 mpa.

2. Structureanddurabilityinrelationtotheinspection:

Header blocks appeared to have been laid to the required fl oor level (from datum on plans). The builder on site confi rmed that he had set the level to the datum. I considered that no further fl oor level confi rmation was required as there is not a minimum fl oor level requirement for this site (or in fact the entire area). The standard requirement of E1/AS1 to be above the crown in the road has easily been achieved.

The fl oor slab is supported by compacted hardfi ll within the outer perimeter formed by the concrete blocks in max 150 mm layers. A vapour barrier consisting of 0.25 polythene with taped joints has been installed. A D12 perimeter bar has been tied into the starters around the perimeter of the slab. 665 mesh has been tied over the starters and packed up with plastic chairs. Laps for the D12 perimeter bar are a minimum of 32 x the diameter (most Laps 500-600 mm) and the mesh sheets have been lapped 1x square. Supplementary steel has been placed in internal corners where no shrinkage control joints have been placed.

In relation to durability aspects of this inspection, the steel placement meets the cover requirements of NZ S 3604:1999, the vapour barrier (0.25 polythene) has been placed on sand-blinding to prevent puncture. The concrete strength as discussed above will be 20 mpa.

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EXAMPLEDescribeinyourownwordswhatyouconsiderisimportantinrelationtothefollowingrelevantaspectsofyourbuilding

EXAMPLEDescribeinyourownwordswhatyouconsiderisimportantinrelationtothefollowingrelevantaspectsofyourbuilding

1. Site/landthatbuildingisbeingbuiltoninrelationtotheinspection:

EXAMPLE1. Site/landthatbuildingisbeingbuiltoninrelationtotheinspection:

The site has a geotechnical report and specifi c requirements for certain areas of the site. The geotechnical report requires the

EXAMPLE The site has a geotechnical report and specifi c requirements for certain areas of the site. The geotechnical report requires the

western foundation to be deeper due to it being located in close proximity to a sloping bank and the reduced compaction of the

EXAMPLEwestern foundation to be deeper due to it being located in close proximity to a sloping bank and the reduced compaction of the

The site is close to a beach (seaspray zone) however the designer has provided evidence that the most western side of the site is EXAMPLE

The site is close to a beach (seaspray zone) however the designer has provided evidence that the most western side of the site is actually just out side the sea spray zone (approximately 512 m). Therefore the required strength of exposed concrete, containing

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to be completed by the candidate.

3. Buildingenvelope(claddings)inrelationtotheinspection:

Claddings are yet to be installed; however, in relation to E1 as discussed above the fl oor level is above the crown of the road. I also discussed with the builder the requirement to lower the ground level to the south-eastern corner of the building where the original ground is almost level with the fl oor. The builder informed me that this will be taken care of before installing the cladding.

4. Firesafetyaspectsofthebuildinginrelationtotheinspection:

Not required to be assessed at this inspection.

5. Servicesandassociatedsystemsinrelationtotheinspection:

Plumbing services such as PVC waste pipes have been installed under the slab, the vapour barrier has either been taped to pipe extensions (for vanities or the like) or the slab has been boxed out to provide for an easy-clean waste (for showers). The waste pipes are sleeved through the concrete block foundation with denzo tape. In the north-eastern and south-eastern corners of the building two cells of the concrete blockwork (not containing reinforcing) have been fi lled up with sand to accommodate the installation of the main water supply and the main power and telephone supply.

6. Interiorfinishesinrelationtotheinspection:

Not required to be assessed during this inspection.

Describeinyourownwordstheareasofthebuildingyouconsiderariskinrelationtoyourinspection:

1. Ensuring the laps of steel are correct.2. Checking levels of the slab, especially if fl oor level restrictions exist.3. Making sure that the vapour barrier is installed correctly (as it’s very diffi cult to fi x after pouring).

Why?:

1. I consider that the laps in steel are important as it affects the structural integrity of the building and the signifi cance and probability of structural failure could increase.

2. Checking the levels of slabs is important because there could be signifi cant issues relating to fl ooding or HIRB (height in relation to boundary) issues that are affected if the fl oor level is not correct.

3. I consider the vapour barrier if not installed correctly could cause a major problem down the track (it would not become evident for a considerable time and would cause excessive moisture within the building) – a failure in this area would be very expensive to fi x.

Inyourownwordspleasedescribeanylegislativerequirementsyouneededtoconsiderwheninspectingthisbuildingwork:

Thelegislativerequirementsthatwereassociatedwiththisinspectioninclude:

• Section 17 all building work must comply with the Building Code.• In relation to BCA accreditation regulations the requirement to follow the inspections procedures of the BCA.• Section 94 matters for consideration for issuing a CCC, particularly confi rming that building work complies with the building consent.

Listwhatfurtherevidenceyouhaveeitherattachedorreferredtointhisform.Note:YoudonotneedtoduplicatedocumentsthatarestoredelsewhereintheBCA’ssystem,butthesedoneedtobereferenced.Documentsthatyoudoattachorreferenceneedtoberelevant.

Building Consent BC 001010• Building consent BC 001010 plans and specifi cations, particularly: − Elevations and site plan − Foundation − Floor plan • Attached photo and notes on inspection.

EXAMPLE3. Making sure that the vapour barrier is installed correctly (as it’s very diffi cult to fi x after pouring).

EXAMPLE3. Making sure that the vapour barrier is installed correctly (as it’s very diffi cult to fi x after pouring).

1. I consider that the laps in steel are important as it affects the structural integrity of the building and the signifi cance

EXAMPLE1. I consider that the laps in steel are important as it affects the structural integrity of the building and the signifi cance

and probability of structural failure could increase.

EXAMPLEand probability of structural failure could increase.

2. Checking the levels of slabs is important because there could be signifi cant issues relating to fl ooding or HIRB (height in relation

EXAMPLE2. Checking the levels of slabs is important because there could be signifi cant issues relating to fl ooding or HIRB (height in relation

to boundary) issues that are affected if the fl oor level is not correct.

EXAMPLEto boundary) issues that are affected if the fl oor level is not correct.

3. I consider the vapour barrier if not installed correctly could cause a major problem down the track (it would not become evident EXAMPLE3. I consider the vapour barrier if not installed correctly could cause a major problem down the track (it would not become evident EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

for a considerable time and would cause excessive moisture within the building) – a failure in this area would be very expensive to fi x. EXAMPLE

for a considerable time and would cause excessive moisture within the building) – a failure in this area would be very expensive to fi x.

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View of the slab looking to the north-east. Note the fully wrapped and taped pipe penetrations through the vapour barrier.

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Assessmentanddecision–Steps3and4

assessment of evIdence – step 3

Oncethecandidatehasprovidedtheassessorwiththeagreedevidence,theassessorneedstocarefullyreviewtheevidenceprovided.

Afterassessingtheevidenceprovidedbythecandidateandreviewingthecandidate’sexperience,workhistory,traininghistoryandotherinternalevidence,adecisionneedstobemadeonwhetherthecompetenceofthecandidatecanbeconfirmedfromtheevidenceprovided(ifitcangotostep4).Ifitcannot,aprofessionalconversationshouldbeorganisedtofurtherclarifyorconfirmcompetenceorfurtherevidencecanberequested.

Evidenceissimplyinformationandexamplesthatestablishwhatthecandidateknowsorcando.Competencyassessmentsneedtobebasedongoodevidence.Objectivesourcesofinformationshouldbeused,butinvariablytherewillbesomelevelofsubjectivity(eg,referencesoftencontainpersonalopinions).Theimportantthingsarethatthecompetencydecisionisasobjectiveaspossible,thatitcanbejustified,isfairandnon-biased,andthatitcanbesupportedbysoundevidence.

Wheretheassessordoesnothavetherequiredleveloftechnicalexpertiseinaspecialistareatoassessacandidate’sevidencetheassessorshouldreferthistoanexpertinthatparticulararea.Forexampleanexpertoncommercialplumbinganddrainageaspectsmaybecalledupontoexamineacandidate’splumbinganddrainageevidenceandprovideadvicetotheassessor.

Thereasonsfordecidingwhetheracandidateiscompetentornotyetcompetentwillbespecifictoeachindividualandthesituation.

assessment decIsIons made – step 4

Onceadecisiononcompetenceismade,theassessorrecordsthereasonsfortheirdecisionsinpart2oftheassessmentplan.Evidenceforanassessor’sreasonscanbereferencedhere(forexample,byreferencingaparticularformandbuildingconsentnumber(s)).Theassessorcanalsouseprofessionaljudgement.

part 2 : reasons for decIsIons

Regulation Performanceindicator Performanceindicatorsweremetby:

Regulation10(3)(a):

Understandingthephilosophiesandprinciplesofbuildingdesignandconstruction.

1. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofsections3,4and5oftheBuildingAct2004.

2. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofdesignandconstructiontechniquesandconstructionsequencingforthistypeofbuildingwork.

Bill ’s completed candidate evidence forms for BC 001010 and BC 002219 along with interview discussions provided suffi cient evidence that he has a good overall understanding of design and construction techniques as they relate to this type of construction. Bill has undertaken specifi c training in the Building Act 2004, which has further developed his understanding and knowledge in relation to Parts 1 and 2 of the Building Act 2004.

For the reasons listed above I am satisfi ed that Bill understands the performance indicators.EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

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EXAMPLE2. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledge

EXAMPLE2. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofdesignandconstructiontechniquesand

EXAMPLEofdesignandconstructiontechniquesandconstructionsequencingforthistypeof

EXAMPLEconstructionsequencingforthistypeof

Bill ’s completed candidate evidence forms for

EXAMPLEBill ’s completed candidate evidence forms for BC 001010 and BC 002219 along with interview

EXAMPLEBC 001010 and BC 002219 along with interview discussions provided suffi cient evidence that he

EXAMPLEdiscussions provided suffi cient evidence that he has a good overall understanding of design and

EXAMPLEhas a good overall understanding of design and construction techniques as they relate to this type

EXAMPLEconstruction techniques as they relate to this type

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Regulation10(3)(b):

Understandingandknowledgeofbuildingproductsandmethods.

3. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofproprietarysystemsandbuildingproductsforthistypeofbuildingwork.

4. Demonstratestheabilitytoresearch,analyseandassessbuildingmethodsandproductsassociatedwiththistypeofbuildingwork.

Bill has worked for two councils and completed specifi c training on construction methodology. He has had extensive experience in the building sector and is a trade qualifi ed carpenter. Bill is currently studying towards the National Diploma In Building Control Surveying (small Buildings) and has completed unit standards 24163 demonstrated knowledge of building construction methods, material and systems; as well as 9617 demonstrated knowledge of construction methods for small buildings.

As Bill has substantial work experience actually doing the work (as a carpenter) and processing and inspecting work previously, I am satisfi ed that Bill meets these performance indicators required under this regulation.

In his short time with Middle District Council Bill has demonstrated that he is capable of identifying, researching and making good technical compliance decisions on innovative building methods (refer to BC00987 and BC00114 for Bill ’s assessment alternative solutions and related processing notes).

Regulation10(3)(c):

KnowledgeandskillinapplyingtheAct,theBuildingCode,andanyotherapplicableregulationsundertheAct.

5. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeoftheapplicationoftheAct.

6. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeoftherolesandresponsibilitiesofaBCAandTA.

7. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeofthelinkageandinterfacebetweentheResourceManagementAct1991andtheBuildingAct2004.

Bill has undertaken specifi c training on this subject matter and was well versed during our discussions regarding the Building Act 2004, the Building Code and associated Building Regulations. Bill was able to identify the different roles that TAs and BCAs perform under the Building Act 2004.

As Bill has substantial experience in processing and inspecting building work and has completed unit standards 22698 – Demonstrated knowledge of building control legislation and 24161 – Building Act Processes of the National Diploma In Building Control Surveying (small Buildings), I consider Bill to have more than adequate skill and knowledge in these areas of building control.

Also refer to the completed candidate evidence forms for (processing and inspection) completed for 10 Smith St, BC 001010 where Bill has identifi ed and accurately quoted relevant building control legislation applicable to this consent.

I am satisfi ed that Bill meets and can apply these performance indicators in his everyday work as a building offi cial.

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EXAMPLEresearching and making good technical compliance

EXAMPLEresearching and making good technical compliance decisions on innovative building methods (refer to

EXAMPLEdecisions on innovative building methods (refer to BC00987 and BC00114 for Bill ’s assessment

EXAMPLEBC00987 and BC00114 for Bill ’s assessment alternative solutions and related processing notes).

EXAMPLEalternative solutions and related processing notes).

5. Comprehendsandcanapplyknowledge

EXAMPLE5. Comprehendsandcanapplyknowledge

oftheapplicationoftheAct.

EXAMPLEoftheapplicationoftheAct.

6. Comprehendsandcanapplyknowledge

EXAMPLE6. Comprehendsandcanapplyknowledge

oftherolesandresponsibilitiesofaBCA

EXAMPLEoftherolesandresponsibilitiesofaBCA

EXAMPLEandTA.

EXAMPLEandTA.

7. Comprehendsandcanapplyknowledge

EXAMPLE7. Comprehendsandcanapplyknowledge

ofthelinkageandinterfacebetweentheEXAMPLEofthelinkageandinterfacebetweentheResourceManagementAct1991andtheEXAMPLE

ResourceManagementAct1991andtheEXAMPLE

BuildingAct2004.EXAMPLE

BuildingAct2004.

Bill has undertaken specifi c training on this

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Regulation10(3)(d)(i):

Abilitytoprocessapplicationsforbuildingconsent.

8. Processbuildingconsentapplications(plansandspecifications)toestablishcompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCodeforthistypeofbuildingwork(buildingrelatedprocessingonly).

9. Processbuildingconsentapplications(plansandspecifications)toestablishcompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCodeforthistypeofbuildingwork(plumbinganddrainagerelatedprocessingonly).

The building consents sighted as part of this assessment were found to be processed in accordance with the provisions of the Building Act 2004. Please refer to candidate evidence form (processing) completed for 10 Smith St, BC 001010 and BC 02219 19 Browns Road and associated processing notes for further evidence. Bill was also able to accurately discuss the building consent process and the BCA’s procedures in relation to processing, granting and issuing a building consent application. I am further satisfi ed that Bill understands these performance indicators and has the knowledge required to meet the performance indicators listed under this regulation.

Note: Bill is not applying for the plumbing and drainage aspect of residential 2.

Regulation10(3)(d)(ii)

Abilitytoinspectbuildingwork.

10.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtofoundationtypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforthislevel.

11.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtoprelinetypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforthislevel.

12.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtofinaltypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforthislevel.

13.InspectbuildingworktoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(plumbinganddrainagerelatedinspectionsonly)hasbeenestablishedforthislevel.

14.InspectbuildingworktoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(Plumbinganddrainagerelatedinspectionsonly)hasbeenestablishedforthislevel.

I am satisfi ed that Bill meets the performance indicators (for foundation, preline and fi nal inspections) as he has previously completed various types of inspections at this level , which have been audited both on process and technical ability (refer to audit reports AR2354, AR1648, AR3889 and AR3906).

Bill was also observed whilst undertaking a preline and fi nal inspection for RES 2 type building work. Both inspections were undertaken competently and in accordance with BCA’s policies and procedures. Bill ’s inspection records were found to be clear, legible and provided sound reasoning for his assessment of building compliance and the decisions made.

Please refer to the candidate evidence form completed for BC 02219 19 Brown Road for additional inspection evidence.

Note: Bill is not applying for the plumbing and drainage aspect of residential 2.

Regulation10(3)(d)(iii):

Abilitytocertifybuildingwork.

15.Canissuecertification(buildingconsentoracodecompliancecertificate).

Bill was able to verbally describe the process for granting and issuing building consents and outlined the BCA’s process for issuing a CCC. Bill provided completed CCC documentation for 10 Smith St, BC 0010/10 and 23 Bush Drive BC 0234/10. Both examples were found to have been issued in accordance with Building Act’s requirements. I have also witnessed Bill successfully reviewing a building consent application prior to issuing a building consent.

As Bill has substantial documented work experience in certifying building work I am further satisfi ed that Bill meets the performance indicators.

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EXAMPLEwiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforthislevel.

EXAMPLEonly)hasbeenachievedforthislevel.12.Inspectbuildingworkrelatingtofinaltype

EXAMPLE12.Inspectbuildingworkrelatingtofinaltype

inspectionstoestablishwhethercompliance

EXAMPLEinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(building

EXAMPLEwiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforthislevel.

EXAMPLEonly)hasbeenachievedforthislevel.

13.Inspectbuildingworktoestablishwhether

EXAMPLE13.Inspectbuildingworktoestablishwhether

EXAMPLEcompliancewiththeNewZealandBuilding

EXAMPLEcompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(plumbinganddrainagerelatedEXAMPLECode(plumbinganddrainagerelatedinspectionsonly)hasbeenestablishedEXAMPLE

inspectionsonly)hasbeenestablishedforthislevel.EXAMPLE

forthislevel.14.InspectbuildingworktoestablishwhetherEXAMPLE

14.Inspectbuildingworktoestablishwhether

inspections) as he has previously completed various

EXAMPLEinspections) as he has previously completed various types of inspections at this level , which have been

EXAMPLEtypes of inspections at this level , which have been audited both on process and technical ability

EXAMPLEaudited both on process and technical ability (refer to audit reports AR2354, AR1648, AR3889

EXAMPLE(refer to audit reports AR2354, AR1648, AR3889 and AR3906).

EXAMPLEand AR3906).

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Regulation10(3)(e):

Abilitytocommunicatewithinternalandexternalpeople.

16.Communicateswithinternalandexternalpeople.17.Canusephone,email,internetandfax.18.Demonstratesgoodactivelistening,

questioningandassertivenessskillsindealingwithday-to-daytasksandresponsibilities.

Bill was observed to communicate well with internal and external staff and other Council clients. Bill ’s letters, RFIs and written communication were found to be of a very high standard. He was able to articulate his views clearly during our discussions and when sending out RFIs to applicants, he was found to not only explain why information was required, but consistently tied the request for information back to the relevant Building Code clause. Bill ’s communication skills were particularly evident in his candidate evidence forms for (processing and inspection) and within the associated consent correspondence. I am satisfi ed that Bill meets the performance indicators required here.

Regulation10(3)(f):

Abilitytocomplywiththebuildingconsentauthority’spolicies,proceduresandsystems.

19.Observesthebuildingconsentauthority’spolicies,proceduresandsystemsforthistypeofbuildingwork.

I have reviewed Bill ’s training records on Middle District Council ’s policies, procedures and systems. He has successfully completed the BCA’s initial training and the follow-up session, as is a requirement for all technical staff (refer to Bill ’s personal training fi le for details of this training). Bill has also been supervised when undertaking inspections and peer-reviewed on many occasions. The outcome of the audits undertaken has not identifi ed any signifi cant technical or procedural issues (refer to inspection audit and processing peer review on Bill ’s personal training fi le). Bill has utilised the Councils’ continuous improvement system on two occasions this year where he has suggested process improvements. One of Bill ’s suggested changes was trialled and later implemented by the BCA. I am therefore satisfi ed Bill meets the performance indicators under this regulation.

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EXAMPLEtraining and the follow-up session, as is a requirement for all technical staff (refer to Bill ’s

EXAMPLErequirement for all technical staff (refer to Bill ’s personal training fi le for details of this training).

EXAMPLEpersonal training fi le for details of this training). Bill has also been supervised when undertaking

EXAMPLEBill has also been supervised when undertaking inspections and peer-reviewed on many occasions.

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Theassessmentplanandcandidateevidenceformsarepartoftheevidenceorrecordoftheassessmentandformthereasonsforthedecision.Theassessmentsummaryisrecordedinpart2oftheassessmentplan.Inaddition,summaryskillsmatriceshavebeendevelopedtorecordprocessingandinspectionscompetencydecisionsinagraphicalform.

part 3 : outcome of assessment

Outcomestatement(andconditionsifapplicable):

I, Ann Gill Grinder, have assessed the competence of Bill Ding Permit and confi rm that he is competent to undertake processing and inspection of buildings up to and including residential 2 with the exception of plumbing and drainage aspects (unless supervised).

Agreement:

Assessor: AnnGillGrinder..........................................................................................................Date:16/05/11 ClusterGroupCompetencyAssessmentManager

Candidate: BillDingPermit..........................................................................................................Date:16/05/11 BuildingOfficial

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4 Building(AccreditationofBuildingConsentAuthorities)Regulations2006.5 AComplianceDocumentpreparedbytheDepartmentofBuildingandHousing.Availableat:http://www.dbh.govt.nz/UserFiles/File/

Publications/Building/Compliance-documents/building-code-handbook.pdf6 Guidanceonitemsa.-q.isprovidedintheBuildingCodeHandbook.

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OutbuildingsandancillarybuildingsasdefinedbytheBuildingRegulations1992astheyapplytoResidential.Detacheddwellings(SH)designedtoacommonStandard(eg,NZS3604,NZS4229)thataresinglestoreyandhaveanE2/AS1riskmatrixscorelessthanorequalto6.

Regulation10(3)(a):4

Understandingthephilosophiesandprinciplesofbuildingdesignandconstruction.

Performanceindicators:

1. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofsections3,4and5oftheBuildingAct2004.

2. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofdesignandconstructiontechniquesandconstructionsequencingforthistypeofbuildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

1. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. thepurposeoftheBuildingAct2004(theAct)b. TAs’functions,dutiesandpowersundertheAct,particularlyastheyrelatetohouseholdunitsc. candiscussthehierarchyofNewZealandbuildinglegislationandthevariouscompliance

pathsprovidedforundertheActd. candiscussbuildingdesign,constructiontechniquesandsequencingofbuildingwork

asitrelatestothiscompetencylevel.

NotethisinformationiscoveredinSections2.1,2.2,2.3,3.0,3.1,3.2,3.3,3.5,3.6and3.7ofthePrefacetotheBuildingCodeHandbook.5

Regulation10(3)(b):Understandingandknowledgeofbuildingproductsandmethods.

Performanceindicators:

3. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofproprietarysystemsandbuildingproductsforthistypeofbuildingwork.

4. Demonstratestheabilitytoresearch,analyseandassessbuildingmethodsandproductsassociatedwiththistypeofbuildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

2. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. commonlyusedbuildingmaterialsandsystems(eg,pre-nailedtrussandframes,conventionalcladdingandflashingsystems)

b. productliterature,testingandVerificationMethods,appraisalsandproducerstatements.

Regulation10(3)(c):KnowledgeandskillinapplyingtheBuildingAct,theBuildingCode,andanyotherapplicableregulationsundertheAct.

Performanceindicators:

5. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeoftheapplicationoftheAct.

6. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeoftherolesandresponsibilitiesofaBCAandTA.

7. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeofthelinkageandinterfacebetweentheResourceManagementAct1991andtheBuildingAct2004.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

3. Demonstratesknowledgeandskillinapplying:

a. thebuildingcontrolframework6b. theBuildingAct2004c. purposed. principlese. applicationf. theNewZealandBuildingCodeg. compliancepathsh. producerstatementsi. theDepartmentofBuildingandHousingj. territorialauthoritiesk. buildingconsentauthoritiesl. projectinformationmemorandam.buildingconsents

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n. codecompliancecertificateso. certificatesofacceptancep. noticestofixq. candefinetheterm‘naturalhazard’r. assessmentcriteriaforalterationstoexistingbuildingsinaccordancewithsection112oftheActs. demonstratesanunderstandingoftypeofnationalmultipleusebuildingapprovals

(MultiProof)thatfallwithinthescopeofthiscompetencylevelt. ifinspecting,understandstheMinorVariationsRegulationsandunderstandstheprocess

forformalamendmentstobuildingconsentsu. understandsbuildinglegislation,inparticularsections7–9oftheActandClauseA2

InterpretationoftheNewZealandBuildingCodev. section37requirementsandhowtoidentifyRMAanddistrictplanrequirementsw. theprovisionforinspectionsbyaBCAasdescribedinsection90oftheActx. ifinspecting,theprovisionsoninspectingandrequirementsforenteringlandin

accordancewithsections222–228oftheAct.

Regulation10(3)(d)(i):Abilitytoprocessapplicationsforbuildingconsent.

Performanceindicators:

8. Processbuildingconsentapplications(plansandspecifications)toestablishcompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCodeforthistypeofbuildingwork(buildingrelatedprocessingonly).

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

4. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. NZS73604,NZS3602andNZS3640forsinglestoreyresidentialdwellings.Includeshowtodeterminecompliancerequirementsforcorrosionzones,groundbearing,piles,footings,foundations,reinforcing,concretestrength,fillandcompaction,bracingdemandanddesign,sub-floorframing,wallframing,roofstructures,timbertreatment,loadpaths,fixingsandconnections,underlayandwraps,claddingsystems,internalliningsanddurability

b. B1,B1/VM1–generalunderstandingofhowthisVerificationMethodandreferencedStandardsareusedforstructuraldesign,B1/VM4–asitrelatestofoundationdesign,B1/AS1–astheyrelatetotheStandardsanditemsraisedinitem4.aabove,B1/AS2andB1/AS2–astheyrelatetobarrierconstruction,B1/AS3

c. durabilityrequirementsB2andB2/AS1astheyrelatetothistypeofbuildingwork(eg,5,15and50yeardurabilityrequirementofnominatedbuildingelements)

d. compliancewithC1–includingmanufacturerrequirementsforinstallationoffreestandingandin-builtsolidfuelheatingappliances,cleanairrequirements,applianceclearances,hearth,insulationbarrier,shielding,restraints,flueheights,flashings,finishesandfurnishings,ventilationandassociatedprescribedelectricalwork(ifapplicable)

e. identifyissuesrelatingtotheAcceptableSolutionforfirecomplianceforthistypeofbuildingworkbyidentifyingthedesignsequencereferredtoinC/AS1Part1

f. C3andC/AS1fireseparationsfromadjacenthouseholdunitsg. C4andC/AS1astheyapplytostructuralfireratedelementsforcarports,garages

andhouseholdunitsh. accesstoandfrombuildingsforD1andD1/AS1(eg,steps,handrailsandnon-slipprovisions)i. weathertightnessandtheexternalenvelopeofoutbuildingsandancillarybuildings

asrequiredbyE2.HasagoodtechnicalknowledgeofE2/AS1(eg,understandsthescopeofE2/AS1andcandeterminecompliancewithE2/AS1uptoariskscoreof6).Understandsandisabletoevaluatecommonlyusedalternativesolutioncladdingsystems(suchasfibre-cementbevel-backweatherboards)

j. internalmoisturemanagementwithinbuildingsasrequiredbyE3andE3/AS1(eg,understandsventilation,temperature,thermalresistance,condensation,impervioussurfacesforfloorandwalllinings)

k. identifyinghazardousagentsorcontaminantsonsiteasrequiredbyF1andF1/AS1andknowshowtoreadaPIMand/orcheckCouncilhazardfilesintheabsenceofaPIM

l. humanimpactforglazingasrequiredbyF2andF2/AS1usingNZS4223:Part3m.sitesafetyrequirementsinaccordancewithF5andF5/AS1n. requirementsofF7,inparticulartheplacementandinstallationofdomesticsmoke

detectorsasrequiredbyF7/AS1o. G1andG1/AS1forlocation,sizingandnumberofsanitaryfixturesp. G2andG2/AS1forspatiallaunderingrequirementsq. spatial,hygiene,storageandpreparationrequirementsforcookingandfoodasrequired

byG3andG3/AS1(eg,impervioussurfaces,foodstorage,cookingandrefrigeration)r. naturalandmechanicalventilationrequirementsfordomesticbuildingsasrequiredbyG4

andG4/AS1(eg,5%floorarea/windowratio,sizingofnaturalventingforoccupiedspaces)s. requirementsfornaturallightandvisualawarenessasrequiredbyG7andG7/AS1

(eg,10%floorarea/ratioforvisualawareness)

7AllreferencestoStandardsaretothecurrentcitedversionofthequotedStandard(eg,NZS3604:1999).

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t. requirementsforprovidingartificiallightingtoenablesafemovementasrequiredbyG8andG8/AS1(eg,accessroutesandminimumluxlevels)

u. requirementsforcertifyingcompliancewithelectricityprovisionsasrequiredbyG9,G9/AS1andsections19and94(3)oftheAct

v. requirementsforcertifyingcompliancewithgasasanenergysourceasrequiredbyG11,G11/AS1andsections19and94(3)oftheAct

w. requirementsforassessingenergyefficiencyfordomesticdwellingsasrequiredbyH1andusingtheschedulemethodinH1/AS1(ceilings,walls,windows/doors,hotwateretc)

x. identificationofinspectionrequirementsnecessarytoconfirmcomplianceforthislevelofbuildingwork.

Performanceindicatorsrequiredforplumbinganddrainagecompliance:

9. Processbuildingconsentapplications(plansandspecifications)toestablishcompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCodeforthistypeofbuildingwork(plumbinganddrainagerelatedprocessingonly).

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

5. Areasofknowledgemayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. requirementsforprotectingpeopleandotherpropertyfromadverseeffectsofsurfacewaterasrequiredbyE1andE1/AS1(minimumfloorheights,design,constructionandconveyanceofstormwatercatchments)

b. launderingandspatialrequirementstosatisfyG2andG2/AS1c. requirementsforspecificationandinstallationofdomesticwatersuppliesasrequired

byG12,G12/AS1andG12/VM1(potablewaterrequirements,hotwatersupplysystems,venting/valving/restraint)

d. requirementsforprovisionofsanitaryfixturesandappliancesandforconveyingfoulwatertodrainagesystemsasrequiredbyG13,G13/AS1andAS/NZS3500Part2(systemdesignprinciples–avoidodour,designloading,falls,venting,materials,connections,accessandmaintenance,andimposedloads)

e. identificationofinspectionrequirementsnecessarytoconfirmcomplianceforthislevelofbuildingwork.

Regulation10(3)(d)(ii):Abilitytoinspectbuildingwork.

Performanceindicators:

10.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtofoundationtypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforresidential1buildings.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

6. Knowledgeareasforinspectionsmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. demonstratedabilitytoreadandinterpretplansandspecificationsb. useoftechnicalequipment(eg,moisturemeters,cameras,thermometers)and

administrativeresources(checklists,copiesoftechnicalinformationeg,NZS3604)toestablishcompliance

c. NZS83604,NZS3602,NZS3640,NZS3622,NZS4229andtheComplianceDocumentsastheyrelatetoresidentialconstruction;andinparticular:

Foundations

• requirementsforcorrosionzones–concretestrengthrequirements(differentzonesanddifferentfoundationtypes),fixingmaterials

• groundbearing–determinationmethods,fillandcompactionrequirements• pilefoundations–types(includingbracingtypes),sizesanddimensions

(groundclearance,maxheights,foundationdepths,etc),fixingsfordifferentpiletypes,treatmentandidentification,howbracingiscalculatedforsubfloors,pointloadpiles

• concretefoundations(includesconcretemasonry)–reinforcing(lapsandsize),reinforcingtype(identificationofdeformedandround,hightensileornormal,meshandmeshsupport),pipepenetrations,pointloadpads,bondbeams,washouts‘A’,‘B’and‘C’grademasonry

• concreteslabs–reinforcing(laps,size,supplementaryreinforcingrequirements,cover),controljointandslabsizelimitations,pipepenetrations,thicknessandthickeningsofslab,DPM

• certificaterequirementsincludingproducerstatements,geotechnicalreports,compactioncertificates,concretedockets

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11.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtoprelinetypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforresidential1buildings.

Preline

• timberfloorsystems• framingandtrussrequirements–sizespanandspacing,timbergradeandtreatment,

loadpaths,moisturecontent,fixingsandconnections,trussdesignandlayoutinformation,penetrations,bracingsystemsandfixings

• claddingrequirements–underlays/wraps,windbarriersandrigidairbarriers,fixings,penetrationsandflashings,silltapes,airseals,cavitysystems,directfixsystems,penetrations,brickveneerrequirements

• membraneroofanddeckrequirements,includingsubstrates,penetrations,fallandoverflows• insulationinstallation–type,rating,installationrequirements(refertoNZS4246

Energyefficiency–InstallingInsulationinResidentialDwellings

12.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtofinaltypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforresidential1buildings.

Final

• accesstobuilding–subfloorandceiling,steps,stairsinstallation–tread,riser,handrails,barriersnon-slipprovisions

• internalliningsandsurfaces,includingimpervioussurfacerequirements,waterproofmembranes,watersplashareas

• smokedetectors–placementandlocation• ventilation–mechanicalandnatural• fireratedboundarywallsandotherbuildingcomponents• glazingrequirements,safetyglassidentification,locations• finishedgroundlevelandgroundclearancestocladdingsandfloorlevels• thirdpartyverificationeg,producerstatements,energyworkcertificates

d. canfollowmanufacturerrequirementsforinstallationoffreestandingandin-builtsolidfuelheatingappliances,requirementsfor:applianceclearances,hearth,insulationbarrier,shielding,restraints,flueheights,flashings,finishesandfurnishings,ventilationandassociatedprescribedelectricalwork(ifapplicable)

e. identificationandmanagementofriskfromhazardousagentsorcontaminantsonsitef. canidentifywhenexternaltechnicalassistanceisrequiredandcanoutsourceworkfor

technicalreviewwhenrequired.

Performanceindicatorsrequiredforplumbinganddrainagecompliance:

13.InspectbuildingworktoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(plumbinganddrainagerelatedinspectionsonly)hasbeenachievedforresidential1buildings.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

7. AgoodworkingknowledgeofAS/NZS3500,G12/AS1andAS2,G13/AS1andAS2,E1/AS1,E2/AS1(pipepenetrations,deckdrainageetc),E3/AS1andH1/AS1astheyrelatetoresidentialconstruction;andinparticular:

Foundations

a. pipematerial,gradients,size,bedding,backfill,protection,insulation,accesspoints,jointingandsleeving,testing,supports,changesofdirection,conveyancetoapprovedoutfalls,bridging

b. HWreliefdrainanddischargeoutlet,drainaccesspoints,amendmentstoplansandspecifications

Preline

c. pipematerials,thermalmovement,sizing,compatibility,insulation,testing,penetrationsthroughenvelope,roofflashings,soilstacks(graded),elevateddrainageprinciples,wastepipes,ventingsystems

d. hotwaterandcoldwaterexpansionreliefdraindischargeoutfallpointe. hotwatersupply:

• mains,lowpressure,wetback,solar• tanksupply–structuralsupport/safetray/overflow/seismicrestraint• solar–structuralsupport–penetrations• wetback–openventingofHWCexhaust• networkutilitycoldwatersupplyconnections

f. drainage:• maintenanceofwatertrapseals–floorwastegullies/gullytraps,sewersurchargegully• venting(openorairadmittancevalves)• pipeinspectionpoints,protectionincludingpipetrenchandfoundations,materials,

jointing,bedding,outfall,testing• septictank/sewer(NUO)/othersoakagesystemSW• rainwatertanksupply(potable)/overflowwithinconsentedproperty/pump/gravity

(airlocks)• networkutilitycoldwatersupplyconnections

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g. HWCseismicrestraint,hotandcoldwatervalves,temperingdevice,coldwaterexpansionrelief,tundish,safetray

h. HWCwatersupplytemperaturechecks(personalhygiene,legionella)i. wetback/HWCheightabovewoodburner,flowandreturnpipeinsulation,exhaustvent

–pipepenetrationflashingj. solarreliefvalvedischargeposition,structuralsupport,position,pipeinsulation,

installationsameasbuildingconsent,penetrationsflashedk. testsanitaryfixturestrapsealretentionl. equipotentialbondingm.gullydish/gratingheight,wastepipeconnectionstogullyriserorgullydish,surfacewater

ingressn. pipepenetrationswatertighto. maindrainventp. drainageas-builtplan,amendmentstoplans/specificationsq. canidentifyboundaryfirewallsanddeterminecomplianceforpipepenetrations.

Performanceindicators:

14.Canissuecertification(buildingconsentorcodecompliancecertificate)forthisresidential1buildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

8. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:a. candidatecancompileandreviewinformationreceivedduringtheprocessingofa

buildingconsentorinformationreceivedduringtheinspections/constructionprocessanddetermineandrecordtheoutcometoissue,suspend,requestfurtherinformationand/orrefusetoissueabuildingconsentorcodecompliancecertificate(withintheirauthority)forresidential1buildingwork.

Regulation10(3)(e):Abilitytocommunicatewithinternalandexternalpersons.

Performanceindicators:

15.Communicateswithinternalandexternalcustomers.

16.Canusephone,email,internetandfax.

17.Demonstratesgoodactivelistening,questioningandassertivenessskillsindealingwithday-to-daytasksandresponsibilities.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

9. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. preparationofsimpleletters,memosandshortreportsunderreviewofseniorstaffb. agoodunderstandingofbuildingrelatedsubject-matterwhendealingwithcustomers

andcolleaguesc. effectivecommunicationwithotherteammembers,consentapplicantsandmembers

ofthepublicd. accurateinputtingofwrittendataoninternalforms,checklists,fieldinspectionrecordsetc;

completesprescribedformsinaccordancewiththeBuildingFormsRegulations2004.

Regulation10(3)(f):Abilitytocomplywiththebuildingconsentauthority’spolicies,proceduresandsystems.

Performanceindicators:

18.Observesthebuildingconsentauthority’spolicies,proceduresandsystemsforthistypeofbuildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

10.Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. anabilitytoaccuratelyandcarefullyfollowestablishedproceduresforcompletingworktasks.

8AllreferencestoStandardsaretothecurrentcitedversionofthequotedStandard(eg,NZS3604:1999).

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Detacheddwellings(SH)designedtoacommonStandard(eg,NZS3604,NZS4229)thatarelessthanorequaltotwostoreysandhaveanE2/AS1riskmatrixscorelessthanorequalto12.

Regulation10(3)(a)9:Understandingthephilosophiesandprinciplesofbuildingdesignandconstruction.

Performanceindicators:

1. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofsections3,4and5oftheBuildingAct2004.

2. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofdesignandconstructiontechniquesandconstructionsequencingforthistypeofbuildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

1. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. thepurposeoftheBuildingAct2004(theAct)b. TAs’functions,dutiesandpowersundertheAct,particularlyastheyrelatetohouseholdunitsc. candiscussthehierarchyofNewZealandbuildinglegislationandthevariouscompliance

pathsprovidedforundertheActd. candiscussbuildingdesign,constructiontechniquesandsequencingofbuildingwork

asitsrelatestothiscompetencylevel.

NotethisinformationiscoveredinSections2.1,2.2,2.3,3.0,3.1,3.2,3.3,3.5,3.6and3.7ofthePrefacetotheBuildingCodeHandbook.10

Regulation10(3)(b):Understandingandknowledgeofbuildingproductsandmethods.

Performanceindicators:

3. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofproprietarysystemsandbuildingproductsforthistypeofbuildingwork.

4. Demonstratestheabilitytoresearch,analyseandassessbuildingmethodsandproductsassociatedwiththistypeofbuildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

2. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. commonlyusedbuildingmaterialsandsystems(eg,pre-nailedtrussandframes,conventionalcladdingandflashingandbracingsystems)forthislevelofbuildingwork

b. productliterature,testingandVerificationMethods,appraisalsandproducerstatements.

Regulation10(3)(c):KnowledgeandskillinapplyingtheAct,theBuildingCode,andanyotherapplicableregulationsundertheAct.

Performanceindicators:

5. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeoftheapplicationoftheAct.

6. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeoftherolesandresponsibilitiesofaBCAandTA.

7. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeofthelinkageandinterfacebetweentheResourceManagementAct1991andtheBuildingAct2004.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

3. Demonstratesknowledgeandskillinapplying:

a. thebuildingcontrolframework11b. theBuildingAct2004c. purposed. principlese. applicationf. theNewZealandBuildingCodeg. compliancepathsh. producerstatementsi. theDepartmentofBuildingandHousingj. territorialauthoritiesk. buildingconsentauthoritiesl. projectinformationmemorandam.buildingconsents

9 Building(AccreditationofBuildingConsentAuthorities)Regulations2006.10AComplianceDocumentpreparedbytheDepartmentofBuildingandHousing.Availableat:http://www.dbh.govt.nz/UserFiles/File/

Publications/Building/Compliance-documents/building-code-handbook.pdf11Guidanceonitemsa.-q.isprovidedintheBuildingCodeHandbook.

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n. codecompliancecertificateso. certificatesofacceptancep. noticestofixq. candefinetheterm‘naturalhazard’r. assessmentcriteriaforalterationstoexistingbuildingsinaccordancewithsection112

oftheActs. demonstratesanunderstandingoftypeofnationalmultipleusebuildingapprovals

(MultiProof)thatfallwithinthescopeofthiscompetencylevelt. ifinspecting,understandstheMinorVariationsRegulationsandunderstandstheprocess

forformalamendmentstobuildingconsentsu. understandsbuildinglegislationinparticularsections7–9oftheActandClauseA2

InterpretationoftheNewZealandBuildingCodev. section37requirementsandhowtoidentifyRMAanddistrictplanrequirementsw. theprovisionforinspectionsbyaBCAasdescribedinsection90oftheActx. ifinspecting,theprovisionsoninspectingandrequirementsforenteringlandin

accordancewithsections222–228oftheAct.

Regulation10(3)(d)(i):Abilitytoprocessapplicationsforbuildingconsent.

Performanceindicators:

8. Processbuildingconsentapplications(plansandspecifications)toestablishcompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCodeforthistypeofbuildingwork(buildingrelatedprocessingonly).

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

4. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. NZS123604,NZS3602,NZS3640andNZS4229astheyrelatetotwostoreyresidentialconstruction.Understandshowtodeterminecompliancerequirementsforcorrosionzones,groundbearing,piles,footings,foundations,reinforcing,concretestrength,fillandcompaction,bracingdemandanddesign,subfloorframing,wallframing,roofstructures,timbertreatment,loadpaths,fixingsandconnections,underlayandwraps,claddingsystems,internalliningsanddurability

b. B1,B1/VM1–generalunderstandingofhowthisVerificationMethodandreferencedStandardsareusedforstructuraldesign,B1/VM4–asitrelatestofoundationdesign,B1/AS1–asitrelatestotheStandardsanditemsraisedinitem4aabove,B1/AS2andB1/AS2–astheyrelatetobarrierconstruction

c. B2andB2/AS1astheyrelatetothistypeofbuildingwork(eg,5,15and50yeardurabilityrequirementofnominatedbuildingelements)

d. compliancewithC1.Understandsmanufacturerrequirementsforinstallationoffreestandingandin-builtsolidfuelheatingappliances.Understandscleanairrequirementsandcanassesscompliancerequirementsfor:applianceclearances,hearth,insulationbarrier,shielding,restraints,flueheights,flashings,finishesandfurnishings,ventilationandassociatedprescribedelectricalwork(ifapplicable)

e. identifyissuesrelatingtotheAcceptableSolutionforfirecomplianceforthistypeofbuildingworkbyidentifyingthedesignsequencereferredtoinC/AS1Part1

f. canapplycommonlyusedfireratingsystemsforwallsbuiltincloseproximityofboundariesandachievingcompliancewithClauseC3andC/AS1SpreadofFire

g. C4andC/AS1astheyapplytostructuralfireratedelementsforcarports,garagesandhouseholdunits

h. accessibility,toenablesafeandeasymovementofpeopleasrequiredbyD1andD1/AS1(eg,steps,handrails,non-slipprovisions,andunderstandssafestairconstructionandthedefinitionsofprivateandsecondaryprivatestairs)

i. E2andE2/AS1forcomplexjunctions,flashingrequirementsforbuildingsequaltoorlessthantwostoreysandthathaveariskmatrixscorelessthanorequalto12.Illustratesagoodtechnicalknowledgeinrelationtothedifferenttypesofcladdingsystemswithinthisriskrange.Canassessretainingwallsandsub-soildrainageusingtheAcceptableSolution.Understandsandisabletoevaluatecommonlyusedalternativesolutioncladdingsystems(suchasfibre-cementbevel-backweatherboards)

j. internalmoisturemanagementwithinbuildingsasrequiredbyE3andE3/AS1(eg,understandsventilation,temperature,thermalresistance,condensation,impervioussurfacesforfloorandwalllinings)

k. hazardousagentsorcontaminantsonsiteasrequiredbyF1andF1/AS1andknowshowtoreadaPIMandcheckhazardfilesintheabsenceofaPIM

l. F2andF2/AS1usingNZS4223:Part3,andisabletoassessthecomplianceofglazedbarriersandidentifytherequiredlocationsforsafetyglass

12AllreferencestoStandardsaretothecurrentcitedversionofthequotedStandard(eg,NZS3604:1999).

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m.requirementsforsafeguardingpeoplefromfallingasrequiredbyF4andF4/AS1(eg,barrierconstruction,correlationbetweenB1,B2andF4,SEDBarriers,B2implicationsandswimmingpoolfencingrequirements)

n. sitehazardidentificationandunderstandscompliancerequirementsformanagingthesehazardsinaccordancewithF5andF5/AS1

o. F7,inparticulartheplacementandinstallationofdomesticsmokedetectorsasrequiredbyF7/AS1

p. G1andG1/AS1forlocation,sizingandnumberofsanitaryfixturesq. G2andG2/AS1forspatiallaunderingrequirements.r. spatial,hygiene,storageandpreparationrequirementsforcookingandfoodasrequired

byG3andG3/AS1(eg,impervioussurfaces,foodstorageandrefrigeration)s. naturalandmechanicalventilationrequirementsfordomesticbuildingsasrequired

byG4andG4/AS1(eg,5%floorarea/windowratio,sizingofnaturalventingforoccupiedspaces)

t. naturallightandvisualawarenessasrequiredbyG7andG7/AS1(eg,10%floorarea/ratioforvisualawareness)

u. artificiallightingtoenablesafemovementasrequiredbyG8andG8/AS1(eg,accessroutesandminimumluxlevels)

v. requirementsforcertifyingcompliancewithelectricityprovisionsasrequiredbyG9,G9/AS1andsections19and94(3)oftheAct

w. requirementsforcertifyingcompliancewithgasasanenergysourceasrequiredbyG11,G11/AS1andsections19and94(3)oftheAct

x. requirementsforassessingenergyefficiencyfordomesticdwellingsasrequiredbyH1andH1/AS1(ceilings,walls,windows/doors,hotwateretc)

y. NZS4229concretebasementconstruction(eg,BgradeandCgrademasonryrequirementsandmasonryretainingwalls)

z. canidentifyandplaninspectionrequirementsnecessarytoconfirmcomplianceforthislevelofbuildingwork

aa.canmentorand/orprovidetechnicaloversighttoothersassessingBuildingCodecomplianceforresidential(competency)1typebuildingwork

Performanceindicatorsrequiredforplumbinganddrainagecompliance:

9. Processesbuildingconsentapplications(plansandspecifications)toestablishcompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCodeforthistypeofbuildingwork(plumbinganddrainagerelatedprocessingonly).

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

5. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. requirementsforprotectingpeopleandotherpropertyfromadverseeffectsofsurfacewaterasrequiredbyE1andE1/AS1–(minimumfloorheights,design,constructionandconveyanceofstormwatercatchments)

b. launderingandspatialrequirementstosatisfyG2andG2/AS1c. requirementsforspecificationandinstallationofdomesticwatersuppliesasrequired

byG12andG12/AS1(potablewaterrequirements,hotwatersupplysystems,venting/valving/restraint)

d. requirementsforprovisionofsanitaryfixturesandappliancesandforconveyingfoulwatertodrainagesystemsasrequiredbyG13,G13/AS1andAS/NZS3500Part2astheyrelatetotwostoreyconstruction(systemdesignprinciples–avoidodour,designloading,falls,venting,materials,connections,accessandmaintenance,andimposedloads)

e. identificationofinspectionrequirementsnecessarytoconfirmcomplianceforthislevelofbuildingwork

f. canmentorand/orprovidetechnicaloversighttoothersassessingBuildingCodecomplianceforresidential(competency)1typebuildingwork.

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Regulation10(3)(d)(ii):Abilitytoinspectbuildingwork.

Performanceindicators:

10.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtofoundationtypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforresidential2.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

6. Knowledgeareasforinspectionsmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. demonstratedabilitytoreadandinterpretplansandspecificationsb. useoftechnicalequipment(eg,moisturemeters,cameras,thermometers)andadministrative

resources(checklists,copiesoftechnicalinformationeg,NZS3604)toestablishcompliancec. NZS133604,NZS3602,NZS3640,NZS3622,NZS4229andtheComplianceDocuments

astheyrelatetoresidentialconstruction;andinparticular:

Foundations

• requirementsforcorrosionzones–concretestrengthrequirements(differentzonesanddifferentfoundationtypes),fixingmaterials

• groundbearing–determinationmethods,fillandcompactionrequirements• pilefoundations–types(includingbracingtypes),sizesanddimensions(groundclearance,

maximumheights,foundationdepthsetc),siting,fixingsfordifferentpiletypes,treatmentandidentification,howbracingiscalculatedforsubfloors,pointloadpiles

• concretefoundations(includesconcretemasonry)–reinforcing(lapsandsize),reinforcingtype(identificationofdeformedandround,hightensileornormal,meshandmeshsupport),pipepenetrations,pointloadpads,bondbeams,washouts‘A’,‘B’and‘C’grademasonry

• concreteslabs–reinforcing(laps,size,supplementaryreinforcingrequirements,cover),controljointandslabsizelimitations,pipepenetrations,thicknessandthickeningsofslab,DPM

• certificaterequirementsincludingproducerstatements,geotechnicalreports,compactioncertificates,concretedockets

11.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtoprelinetypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforresidential2buildings.

Preline

• timberfloorsystems• framingandtrussrequirements–size,spanandspacing,timbergradeandtreatment,

loadpaths,moisturecontent,fixingsandconnections,trussdesignandlayoutinformation,penetrations,bracingsystems,includingdiaphragmceilingsandfixings

• claddingrequirements–underlays/wraps,windbarriersandrigidairbarriers,fixings,penetrationsandflashings,junctions,silltapes,airseals,cavitysystems,directfixsystems,penetrations,brickveneerrequirements,mixedcladdingsystems

• membraneroofanddeckrequirementsincludingsubstrates,penetrations,fallandoverflows• fireratedboundarywallsandbuildingcomponents–installationrequirements,

includingisolation,insulation,penetrations,fixings• insulationinstallation–type,rating,installationrequirements(referNZS4246

EnergyEfficiency–InstallingInsulationinResidentialDwellings)

12.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtofinaltypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforresidential2buildings.

Final

• accesstobuilding–subfloorandceiling,steps,stairsinstallation–tread,riser,handrails,barriers,non-slipprovisions

• internalliningsandsurfaces,includingimpervioussurfacerequirements,waterproofmembranes,watersplashareas

• smokedetectors–placementandlocation• ventilation–mechanicalandnatural• fireratedboundarywallsandotherbuildingcomponents• glazingrequirements,safetyglassidentification,locations• finishedgroundlevelandgroundclearancestocladdingsandfloorlevels• thirdpartyverificationeg,producerstatements,energyworkcertificates• swimmingpoolfencinginstallation,gates,fenceheights,sizes,openingsetc

d. canfollowmanufacturerrequirementsforinstallationoffreestandingandin-builtsolidfuelheatingappliances,requirementsfor:applianceclearances,hearth,insulationbarrier,shielding,restraints,flueheights,flashings,finishesandfurnishings,ventilationandassociatedprescribedelectricalwork(ifapplicable)

e. identificationandmanagementofriskfromhazardousagentsorcontaminantsonsitef. isabletoidentifywhenexternaltechnicalassistanceisrequiredandcanoutsource

workfortechnicalreviewwhenrequired.

13AllreferencestoStandardsaretothecurrentcitedversionofthequotedStandard(eg,NZS3604:1999).

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Performanceindicatorsrequiredforplumbinganddrainagecompliance:

13.Processbuildingconsentapplications(plansandspecifications)toestablishcompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCodeforthistypeofbuildingwork(plumbinganddrainagerelatedprocessingonly).

14.InspectbuildingworktoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(plumbinganddrainagerelatedinspectionsonly)hasbeenachievedforresidential2buildings.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

7. AgoodworkingknowledgeofAS/NZS3500,G12/AS1andAS2,G13/AS1andAS2,E1/AS1,E2/AS1(pipepenetrations,deckdrainageetc),E3/AS1andH1/AS1astheyrelatetoresidentialconstruction;andinparticular:

Foundations

• pipematerial,gradients,size,bedding,backfill,protection,insulation,accesspoints,jointingandsleeving,testing,supports,changesofdirection,conveyancetoapprovedoutfalls,bridging

• HWreliefdrainanddischargeoutlet,drainaccesspoints,amendmentstoplansandspecifications

Preline

• pipematerials,thermalmovement,sizing,compatibility,insulation,testing,penetrationsthroughenvelope,roofflashings,soilstacks(graded),elevateddrainageprinciples,wastepipes,ventingsystems

• hotwater/coldwaterexpansionreliefdraindischargeoutfallpoint• hotwatersupply:

a. mains,lowpressure,wetback,solarb. tanksupply–structuralsupport/safetray/overflow/seismicrestraintc. solaranditsstructuralsupportandpenetrationsd. wetback,openventingofHWCexhauste. networkutilitycoldwatersupplyconnectionsf. floorwaste

• drainage

g. maintenanceofwatertrapseals–floorwastegullies/gullytraps,sewersurchargegullyh. venting(openorairadmittancevalves)i. pipeinspectionpoints,protectionincludingpipetrenchandfoundations,materials,

jointing,bedding,outfall,testingj. septictank/sewer(NUO)/othersoakagesystemSWk. rainwatertanksupply(potable)/overflowwithinconsentedproperty/pump/gravity

(airlocks)

Final

a. HWCseismicrestraint,hotandcoldwater–valves,temperingdevice,coldwaterexpansionrelief,tundish,safetray

b. HWCwatersupplytemperaturechecks(personalhygiene,legionella)c. wetback/HWCheightabovewoodburner,flowandreturnpipeinsulation,

exhaustvent–pipepenetrationflashingd. solarreliefvalvedischargeposition–structuralsupport–position–pipeinsulation,

installationsameasbuildingconsent–penetrationsflashede. testsanitaryfixtures’trapsealretention,f. equipotentialbondingg. gullydish/gratingheight,wastepipeconnectionstogullyriserorgullydish,

surfacewateringressh. pipepenetrationswatertighti. maindrainventj. drainageas-builtplan–amendmentstoplans/specificationsk. swimmingpoolbackflowpreventionl. canidentifyboundaryfirewallsanddeterminecomplianceforpipepenetrations.

Regulation10(3)(d)(iii):Abilitytocertifybuildingwork.

Performanceindicators:

15.Canissuecertification(buildingconsentorcodecompliancecertificate)forthisresidential2buildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

8. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. candidatecancompileandreviewinformationreceivedduringtheprocessingofabuildingconsentorinformationreceivedduringtheinspections/constructionprocessanddetermineandrecordtheoutcometoissue,suspend,requestfurtherinformationand/orrefusetoissueabuildingconsentorcodecompliancecertificate(withintheirauthority)forresidential2buildingwork.

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Regulation10(3)(e):Abilitytocommunicatewithinternalandexternalpersons.

Performanceindicators:

16.Communicateswithinternalandexternalcustomers.

17.Canusephone,email,internetandfax.

18.Demonstratesgoodactivelistening,questioningandassertivenessskillsindealingwithday-to-daytasksandresponsibilities.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

9. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. correctlypreparessimpleletters,memosandshortreportsunderreviewofseniorstaffb. isconfidentandhasagoodunderstandingofbuildingrelatedsubject-matterwhendealing

withcustomersandcolleaguesc. communicateseffectivelywithotherteammembers,consentapplicantsandmembers

ofthepublicd. accuratelyinputswrittendataoninternalforms,checklists,fieldinspectionrecordsetc;

andcompletesprescribedformsinaccordancewiththeBuildingFormsRegulations2004.

Regulation10(3)(f):Abilitytocomplywiththebuildingconsentauthority’spolicies,proceduresandsystems

Performanceindicators:

19.Observesthebuildingconsentauthority’spolicies,proceduresandsystemsforthistypeofbuildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

10.Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. accuratelyandcarefullyfollowsestablishedproceduresforcompletingworktasks.

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Detacheddwellings(SH)orotherdwellings(SR)thatarelessthanorequaltothreestoreysbutlimitedtoverticalplanefireseparationanddirectegresstotheoutside.E2/AS1riskscoreof13–20(levelalsoincludesspecificallydesignedresidentialcladdingsystems,components,detailingandjunctionswhereariskmatrixscoreofgreaterthan20hasbeencalculated).

Regulation10(3)(a):14

Understandingthephilosophiesandprinciplesofbuildingdesignandconstruction.

Performanceindicators:

1. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofsections3,4and5oftheBuildingAct2004.

2. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofdesignandconstructiontechniquesandconstructionsequencingforthislevelofbuildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

1. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. thepurposeoftheBuildingAct2004(theAct)b. TAs’functions,dutiesandpowersundertheAct,particularlyastheyrelatetohouseholdunitsc. candiscussthehierarchyofNewZealandbuildinglegislationandthevariouscompliance

pathsprovidedforundertheActd. candiscussbuildingdesign,constructiontechniquesandsequencingofbuildingwork

asitrelatestothiscompetencylevel.

NotethisinformationiscoveredinSections2.1,2.2,2.3,3.0,3.1,3.2,3.3,3.5,3.6and3.7ofthePrefacetotheBuildingCodeHandbook.15

Regulation10(3)(b):Understandingandknowledgeofbuildingproductsandmethods.

Performanceindicators:

3. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofproprietarysystemsandbuildingproductsforthislevelofbuildingwork.

4. Demonstratestheabilitytoresearch,analyseandassessbuildingmethodsandproductsassociatedwiththislevelofbuildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

2. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. commonlyusedbuildingmaterialsandsystems(eg,pre-nailedtrussandframes,conventionalcladdingandflashingandbracingsystems)forthislevelofbuildingwork

b. productliterature,testingandVerificationMethods,appraisalsandproducerstatements.

Regulation10(3)(c):KnowledgeandskillinapplyingtheAct,theBuildingCode,andanyotherapplicableregulationsundertheAct.

Performanceindicators:

5. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeoftheapplicationoftheAct.

6. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeoftherolesandresponsibilitiesofaBCAandTA.

7. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeofthelinkageandinterfacebetweentheResourceManagementAct1991andtheBuildingAct2004.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

3. Demonstratesknowledgeandskillinapplying:

a. thebuildingcontrolframework16b. theBuildingAct2004c. purposed. principlese. applicationf. theNewZealandBuildingCodeg. compliancepathsh. producerstatementsi. theDepartmentofBuildingandHousingj. territorialauthoritiesk. buildingconsentauthoritiesl. projectinformationmemorandam.buildingconsents

14Building(AccreditationofBuildingConsentAuthorities)Regulations2006.15AComplianceDocumentpreparedbytheDepartmentofBuildingandHousing.Availableat:http://www.dbh.govt.nz/UserFiles/File/

Publications/Building/Compliance-documents/building-code-handbook.pdf16Guidanceonitemsa.-q.isprovidedintheBuildingCodeHandbook.

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n. codecompliancecertificateso. certificatesofacceptancep. noticestofixq. candefinetheterm‘naturalhazard’r. assessmentcriteriaforalterationstoexistingbuildingsinaccordancewithsection112

oftheActs. demonstratesanunderstandingoftypeofnationalmultipleusebuildingapprovals

(MultiProof)thatfallwithinthescopeofthiscompetencylevelt. ifinspecting,understandstheMinorVariationsRegulationsandunderstandstheprocess

forformalamendmentstobuildingconsentsu. understandsbuildinglegislationinparticularsections7–9oftheActandClauseA2

interpretationoftheNewZealandBuildingCodev. section37requirementsandhowtoidentifyRMAanddistrictplanrequirementsw. theprovisionforinspectionsbyaBCAasdescribedinsection90oftheActx. ifinspecting,theprovisionsoninspectingandrequirementsforenteringlandin

accordancewithsections222–228oftheAct.

Regulation10(3)(d)(i):Abilitytoprocessapplicationsforbuildingconsent.

Performanceindicators:

8. Processbuildingconsentapplications(plansandspecifications)toestablishcompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCodeforthistypeofbuildingwork(buildingrelatedprocessingonly).

9. Demonstratesanunderstandingoftypeofnationalmultipleusebuildingapprovals(Multiproof)thatfallwithinthescopeofthiscompetencylevel.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

4. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. NZS173604,NZS3602,NZS3640andNZS4229astheyrelatetothreestoreyresidentialconstruction.Understandshowtodeterminecompliancerequirementsforcorrosionzones,groundbearing,piles,footings,foundations,reinforcing,concretestrength,fillandcompaction,bracingdemandanddesign,subfloorframing,wallframing,roofstructures,timbertreatment,loadpaths,fixingsandconnections,underlayandwraps,claddingsystems,internalliningsanddurability

b. B1,B1/VM1–higherlevelunderstandingofhowthisVerificationMethodandreferencedStandardsareusedforstructuraldesign,B1/VM4–asitrelatestofoundationdesign,B1/AS1–asitrelatestotheStandardsanditemsraisedinitem4aaboveandB1/AS2–asitrelatestobarrierconstruction

c. B2,B2/VM1andB2/AS1astheyrelateto5,15and50yeardurabilityrequirementsofnominatedbuildingelements

d. NZS4229concretebasementconstruction(eg,BgradeandCgrademasonryrequirementsandmasonryretainingwalls)

e. compliancewithC1.Understandsmanufacturerrequirementsforinstallationoffreestandingandin-builtsolidfuelheatingappliances.Understandscleanairrequirementsandcanassesscompliancerequirementsfor:applianceclearances,hearth,insulationbarrier,shielding,restraints,flueheights,flashings,finishesandfurnishings,ventilationandassociatedprescribedelectricalwork(ifapplicable)

f. canapplycommonlyusedfireratingsystemsforwallsbuiltincloseproximitytoboundariesandseparatingresidentialhouseholdunitsachievingcompliancewithclausesC2andC3;andC/AS1SpreadofFire

g. C4andC/AS1astheyapplytostructuralfireratedelementsforcarports,garagesandseparationofresidentialhouseholdunits

h. accessibilitytoenablesafeandeasymovementofpeopleasrequiredbyD1,D1/AS1andD2/AS2(eg,steps,handrails,non-slipprovisions,andunderstandssafestairconstructionandthedefinitionsofprivateandsecondaryprivatestairs,andliftsifrelevant

i. canapplyweathertightnessprinciplesandknowledgetoassesscompliancewithE2ExternalMoistureanddemonstratesexcellentworkingknowledgeofE2/AS1andE2/VM1andcanidentifythedifferencesbetweentheAcceptableSolutionandspecificdesign(eg,complexjunctions,flashingrequirements,technicalknowledgeofcladdingsystems,ventedcavitysystems).Isabletoassessspecificallydesignedcladdingsystems(outsidethescopeandlimitationsofE2/AS1)

j. internalmoisturemanagementwithinbuildingsasrequiredbyE3andE3/AS1(eg,understandsventilation,temperature,thermalresistance,condensation,impervioussurfacesforfloorandwalllinings)

k. hazardousagentsorcontaminantsonsiteasrequiredbyF1andF1/AS1andknowshowtoreadaPIMandcheckhazardfilesintheabsenceofaPIM

17AllreferencestoStandardsaretothecurrentcitedversionofthequotedStandard(eg,NZS3604:1999).

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l. F2andF2/AS1usingNZS4223:Part3,andisabletoassessthecomplianceofglazedbarriersandidentifytherequiredlocationsforsafetyglass

m.requirementsforsafeguardingpeoplefromfallingasrequiredbyF4andF4/AS1(eg,barrierconstruction,correlationbetweenB1,B2andF4,SEDBarriers,B2implicationsandswimmingpoolfencingrequirements)

n. sitehazardsidentificationandunderstandscompliancerequirementsformanagingtheseinaccordancewithF5andF5/AS1

o. F7,inparticulartheplacementandinstallationofdomesticsmokedetectorsasrequiredbyF7/AS1

p. G1andG1/AS1forlocation,sizingandnumberofsanitaryfixturesq. G2andG2/AS1forspatiallaunderingrequirements.r. spatial,hygiene,storageandpreparationrequirementsforcookingandfoodasrequired

byG3andG3/AS1(eg,impervioussurfaces,foodstorage,cookingandrefrigeration)s. naturalandmechanicalventilationrequirementsfordomesticbuildingsasrequiredbyG4

andG4/AS1(eg,5%floorarea/windowratio,sizingofnaturalventingforoccupiedspaces)t. candefineSTCandIICandassesscommonlyusedsolutionstodeterminecompliance

withG6andG6/AS1AirborneandImpactSoundbetweenoccupanciesandexhibitsanunderstandingoftheinterfacebetweenC3andG6,particularlyinrelationtopenetrationstofireandsoundratedareas

u. naturallightandvisualawarenessasrequiredbyG7andG7/AS1(eg,10%floorarea/ratioforvisualawareness)

v. artificiallightingtoenablesafemovementasrequiredbyG8andG8/AS1(eg,accessroutesandminimumluxlevels)

w. requirementsforcertifyingcompliancewithelectricityprovisionsasrequiredbyG9,G9/AS1andsection19oftheAct.

x. requirementsforcertifyingcompliancewithgasasanenergysourceasrequiredbyG11,G11/AS1andsection19oftheAct

y. requirementsforassessingenergyefficiencyfordomesticdwellingsasrequiredbyH1,H1/AS1andH1/VM1.GoodworkingknowledgeofNZS4218,NZS4305andtheBRANZHouseInsulationGuide(ceilings,walls,windows/doors,hotwateretc)

z. canidentifyinspectionrequirementsnecessarytoconfirmcomplianceforthislevelofbuildingwork

aa.hasastrongcomprehensionoftheirindividuallimitationsandthewiderBCA’sinternaltechnicalcapability.Isabletoidentifywhenexternaltechnicalassistanceisrequiredandcanoutsourceworkfortechnicalreviewwhenrequired.

Performanceindicatorsrequiredforplumbinganddrainagecompliance:

10.Processbuildingconsentapplications(plansandspecifications)toestablishcompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCodeforthistypeofbuildingwork(plumbinganddrainagerelatedprocessingonly).

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

5. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. requirementsforprotectingpeopleandotherpropertyfromadverseeffectsofsurfacewaterasrequiredbyE1,E1/VM1andE1/AS1(minimumfloorheights,design,constructionandconveyanceofstormwatercatchment)

b. spatiallaunderingrequirementstosatisfyG2andG2/AS1c. requirementsforspecificationandinstallationofdomesticwatersuppliesasrequired

byG12andG12/AS1(potablewaterrequirements,hotwatersupplysystems,venting/valving/restraint)

d. requirementsforprovisionofsanitaryfixturesandappliancesandforconveyingfoulwatertodrainagesystemsasrequiredbyG13,G13/AS1andAS/NZS3500Part2astheyrelatetothreestoreyconstruction(systemdesignprinciples–avoidodour,designloading,falls,venting,materials,connections,accessandmaintenanceandimposedloads)

e. canidentifyfirewallsanddetermineacompliancepathforplumbinganddrainagepipingpenetratingthesewalls

f. canassess/explainsoilstacksystemsinaccordancewithG13/AS1andAS/NZS3500.2g. identificationofinspectionrequirementsnecessarytoconfirmcomplianceforthislevel

ofbuildingworkh. canmentorand/orprovidetechnicaloversighttoothersassessingBuildingCode

complianceforresidential(competency)1and2typebuildingwork.

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Regulation10(3)(d)(ii):Abilitytoinspectbuildingwork.

Performanceindicators:

11.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtofoundationtypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforresidential3buildings.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

6. Knowledgeareasforinspectionsmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. demonstratedabilitytoreadandinterpretplansandspecificationsb. useoftechnicalequipment(eg,moisturemeters,cameras,thermometersetc)

andadministrativeresources(checklists,copiesoftechnicalinformationeg,NZS3604)toestablishcompliance

c. NZS183604,NZS3602,NZS3640,NZS3622,NZS4229andtheComplianceDocumentsastheyrelatetoresidentialconstruction;andinparticular:

Foundations

• requirementsforcorrosionzones–concretestrengthrequirements(differentzonesanddifferentfoundationtypes),fixingmaterials.

• groundbearing–determinationmethods,fillandcompactionrequirements• pilefoundations–types(includingbracingtypes),sizesanddimensions(ground

clearance,maxheights,foundationdepthsetc),siting,fixingsfordifferentpiletypes,treatmentandidentification,howbracingiscalculatedforsubfloors,pointloadpiles

• concretefoundations(includesconcretemasonry)–reinforcing(lapsandsize),reinforcingtype(identificationofdeformedandround,hightensileornormal,meshandmeshsupport),pipepenetrations,pointloadpads,bondbeams,washouts‘A’,‘B’and‘C’grademasonry

• concreteslabs–reinforcing(laps,size,supplementaryreinforcingrequirements,cover),controljointandslabsizelimitations,pipepenetrations,thicknessandthickeningsofslab,DPM

• certificaterequirementsincludingproducerstatements,geotechnicalreports,compactioncertificates,concretedockets

12.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtoprelinetypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforresidential3buildings.

Preline

• timberfloorsystems• framingandtrussrequirements–sizespanandspacing,timbergradeandtreatment,

loadpaths,moisturecontent,fixingsandconnections,trussdesignandlayoutinformation,penetrations,bracingsystems,includingdiaphragmceilingsandfixings

• claddingrequirements–underlays/wraps,windbarriersandrigidairbarriers,fixings,penetrationsandflashings,complexjunctions,silltapes,airseals,cavitysystems,directfixsystems,penetrations,brickveneerrequirements,mixedcladdingsystems,compartmentalisationofcavitysystemsovertwostoreys

• membraneroofanddeckrequirementsincludingsubstrates,penetrations,fallandoverflows

• soundandfireratedwallsandbuildingcomponents–installationrequirements,includingisolation,insulation,penetrations,fixings

• insulationinstallation–type,rating,installationrequirements(refertoNZS4246EnergyEfficiency–InstallingInsulationinResidentialDwellings)

13.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtofinaltypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforresidential3buildings.

Final

• accesstobuilding–subfloorandceiling,steps,stairsinstallation–tread,riser,handrails,barriersnon-slipprovisions

• internalliningsandsurfaces,includingimpervioussurfacerequirements,waterproofmembranes,watersplashareas

• smokedetectorsplacementandlocation• ventilation–mechanicalandnatural• fireratedwallsandotherbuildingcomponents• assessmentofairbornesound(STC)• glazingrequirements,safetyglassidentification,locations• finishedgroundlevelandgroundclearancestocladdingsandfloorlevels• thirdpartyverification(eg,producerstatements,energyworkcertificates)• swimmingpoolfencinginstallation,gates,fenceheights,sizes,openingsetc

18AllreferencestoStandardsaretothecurrentcitedversionofthequotedStandard(eg,NZS3604:1999).

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d. canfollowmanufacturerrequirementsforinstallationoffreestandingandin-builtsolidfuelheatingappliances,requirementsforapplianceclearances,hearth,insulationbarrier,shielding,restraints,flueheights,flashings,finishesandfurnishings,ventilationandassociatedprescribedelectricalwork(ifapplicable)

e. identificationandmanagementofriskfromhazardousagentsorcontaminantsonsitef. isabletoidentifywhenexternaltechnicalassistanceisrequiredandcanoutsourcework

fortechnicalreviewwhenrequired.

Performanceindicatorsrequiredforplumbinganddrainagecompliance:

14.InspectbuildingworktoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(plumbinganddrainagerelatedinspectionsonly)hasbeenachievedforresidential3buildings.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

7. AgoodworkingknowledgeofAS/NZS3500,G12/AS1andAS2,G13/AS1andAS2,E1/AS1,E2/AS1(pipepenetrations,deckdrainageetc)E3/AS1,G1/AS1andH1/AS1astheyrelatetoresidentialconstruction;andinparticular:

Foundations

• pipematerial,gradients,size,bedding,backfill,protection,insulation,accesspoints,jointingandsleeving,testing,supports,changesofdirection,conveyancetoapprovedoutfalls,bridging

• HWreliefdrainanddischargeoutlet,drainaccesspoints,amendmentstoplansandspecifications

Preline

• pipematerials,thermalmovement,sizing,compatibility,insulation,testing,penetrationsthroughenvelope,roofflashings,soilstacks(graded),elevateddrainageprinciples,wastepipes,ventingsystems

• hotwater/coldwaterexpansionreliefdraindischargeoutfallpoint• hotwatersupply:

− mains,lowpressure,wetback,solar− tanksupply–structuralsupport/safetray/overflow/seismicrestraint− solar–structuralsupport–penetrations− wetback–openventingofHWCexhaust− networkutilitycoldwatersupplyconnections− floorwaste

• drainage

− maintenanceofwatertrapseals–floorwastegullies/gullytraps,sewersurchargegully− venting(openorairadmittancevalves)− pipeinspectionpoints,protectionincludingpipetrenchandfoundations,materials,

jointing,bedding,outfall,testing− septictank/sewer(NUO)/othersoakagesystemSW

• rainwatertanksupply(potable)/overflowwithinconsentedproperty/pump/gravity(airlocks)

Final

• HWCseismicrestraint,hotandcoldwater–valves,temperingdevice,coldwaterexpansionrelief,tundish,safetray

• HWCwatersupplytemperaturechecks(personalhygiene,legionella)• wetback/HWCheightabovewoodburner,flowandreturnpipeinsulation,

exhaustvent–pipepenetrationflashing• solarreliefvalvedischargeposition–structuralsupport–position–pipeinsulation,

installationsameasbuildingconsent–penetrationsflashed• testsanitaryfixturestrapsealretention• equipotentialbonding• gullydish/gratingheight,wastepipeconnectionstogullyriserorgullydish,

surfacewateringress• pipepenetrationswatertight• maindrainvent• drainageas-builtplan–amendmentstoplans/specifications• swimmingpoolbackflowprevention• canidentifyfirewallsanddetermineacompliancepathforplumbinganddrainage

pipingpenetratingwalls.

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Regulation10(3)(d)(iii):Abilitytocertifybuildingwork.

Performanceindicators:

15.Canissuecertification(buildingconsentorcodecompliancecertificate)forthisresidential3buildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

8. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. candidatecancompileandreviewinformationreceivedduringtheprocessingofabuildingconsentorinformationreceivedduringtheinspections/constructionprocessanddetermineandrecordtheoutcometoissue,suspend,requestfurtherinformationand/orrefusetoissueabuildingconsentorcodecompliancecertificate(withintheirauthority)forresidential3buildingwork.

Regulation10(3)(e):Abilitytocommunicatewithinternalandexternalpersons.

Performanceindicators:

16.Communicateswithinternalandexternalcustomers.

17.Canusephone,email,internetandfax.

18.Demonstratesgoodactivelistening,questioningandassertivenessskillsindealingwithday-to-daytasksandresponsibilities.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

9. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. correctlypreparesletters,memosandshortreportsb. appearsconfidentandhasagoodunderstandingofbuildingrelatedsubject-matter

whendealingwithcustomersandcolleaguesc. communicateseffectivelywithotherteammembers,consentapplicantsandmembers

ofthepublicd. accuratelyinputswrittendataoninternalforms,processingchecklistsandelectronic

databases,andcompletesprescribedformsinaccordancewiththeBuildingFormsRegulations2004.

Regulation10(3)(f):Abilitytocomplywiththebuildingconsentauthority’spolicies,proceduresandsystems.

Performanceindicators:

19.Observesthebuildingconsentauthority’spolicies,proceduresandsystemsforthistypeofbuildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

10.Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. accuratelyandcarefullyfollowsestablishedproceduresforcompletingworktasks.

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Commercial,industrialandcommunalnon-residentialbuildingsandtheirassociatedoutbuildingsandancillarybuildingsequaltoorlessthantwostoreysandanoccupancyloadofequaltoorlessthan100people.

Regulation10(3)(a)19:Understandingthephilosophiesandprinciplesofbuildingdesignandconstruction.

Performanceindicators:

1. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofsections3,4and5oftheBuildingAct2004.

2. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofdesignandconstructiontechniquesandconstructionsequencingforthistypeofbuildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

1. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. thepurposeoftheBuildingAct2004(theAct)b. TAs’functions,dutiesandpowersundertheAct,particularlyastheyrelatetocommercial,

industrialandnon-residentialbuildingworkc. candiscussthehierarchyofNewZealandbuildinglegislationandthevariouscompliance

pathsprovidedforundertheActd. candiscussbuildingdesign,constructiontechniquesandsequencingofbuildingwork

asitsrelatestothiscompetencylevel.

NotethisinformationiscoveredinSections2.1,2.2,2.3,3.0,3.1,3.2,3.3,3.5,3.6and3.7ofthePrefacetotheBuildingCodeHandbook.20

Regulation10(3)(b):Understandingandknowledgeofbuildingproductsandmethods.

Performanceindicators:

3. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofproprietarysystemsandbuildingproductsforthistypeofbuildingwork.

4. Demonstratestheabilitytoresearch,analyseandassessbuildingmethodsandproductsassociatedwiththistypeofbuildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

2. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. commonlyusedbuildingmaterialsandsystems(eg,pre-nailedtrussandframes,conventionalcommercialcladdingandflashingsystems)

b. productliterature,testingandVerificationMethods,appraisalsandproducerstatementsc. portalframe,tilt-slab,commonbracing,firerating,soundratingsystems.

19Building(AccreditationofBuildingConsentAuthorities)Regulations2006.20AComplianceDocumentpreparedbytheDepartmentofBuildingandHousing.Availableat:http://www.dbh.govt.nz/UserFiles/File/

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Regulation10(3)(c):KnowledgeandskillinapplyingtheAct,theBuildingCode,andanyotherapplicableregulationsundertheAct.

Performanceindicators:

5. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeoftheapplicationoftheBuildingAct2004.

6. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeoftherolesandresponsibilitiesofaBCAandTA.

7. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeofthelinkageandinterfacebetweentheResourceManagementAct1991andtheBuildingAct2004.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

3. Demonstratesknowledgeandskillinapplying:

a. thebuildingcontrolframework21

b. theBuildingAct2004c. purposed. principlese. applicationf. theNewZealandBuildingCodeg. compliancepathsh. producerstatementsi. theDepartmentofBuildingandHousingj. territorialauthoritiesk. buildingconsentauthoritiesl. projectinformationmemorandam.buildingconsentsn. codecompliancecertificateso. certificateofacceptancep. complianceschedulesq. buildingwarrantoffitnessr. certificatesforpublicuses. candefinetheterm‘naturalhazard’andcandescribetherequirementsforgranting

orrefusingtograntbuildingconsentsonlandthatissubjecttoanaturalhazardt. candescribethelegislativeprocessforbuildingovertwoormoreallotments

(eg,sections75and76oftheAct)u. canassessalterationstoexistingbuildingsinaccordancewithsection112oftheActv. hasaworkingknowledgeofwaiversandmodificationsandprovidesanoverview

ofhowaTAgrantsawaiverormodificationoftheBuildingCodew. canexplainhowtheclassifiedusesandthechangetheuseprovisionsareusedinthelegislationx. canexplainandinterpretbuildinglegislationanddemonstratesthoroughunderstanding

ofsections7–9oftheActandClauseA2InterpretationoftheNewZealandBuildingCodey. NZS4211andthelimitsontheapplicationoftheBuildingCodeforindustrialand

commercialbuildingsz. demonstratesaclearknowledgeoftheprovisionforaccessandfacilitiesforpeople

withdisabilitiesinaccordancewithsections117–120andSchedule2oftheActaa.hasknowledgeoftheHazardousSubstancesandNewOrganismsActandtheprocesses

tofollowbb.demonstratesknowledgeoftheFireServiceAct1975,sections21A–21I,andtheFire

SafetyandEvacuationofBuildingsRegulations2006cc.canapplyDRUrequirementsinaccordancewiththeGazettenoticeinsection26oftheActdd.canapplyknowledgeofspecifiedsystemsandcomplianceschedulerequirementsin

accordancewithsections100–111oftheBuildingAct2004ee.understandsowners’requirementsinrelationtobuildingwarrantsoffitnessinaccordance

withsections108–111oftheActff. candemonstrateknowledgeofchangeofuserequirementsinaccordancewith

sections114–115oftheActandtheBuilding(SpecifiedSystems,ChangetheUse,andEarthquake-proneBuildings)Regulations2005

gg.understandsrequirementstoissueanoticetofixinaccordancewithsections163–168oftheActandtheBCA’spoliciesandprocedures(withintheirauthority)

hh.candemonstrateanunderstandingofthedeterminationsprocessinaccordancewithsection176–190oftheAct

ii. candemonstrateanunderstandingofcertificatesforpublicuseandwheretheyarerequiredinaccordancewithsections362A–363CoftheAct

jj. ifinspecting,understandstheMinorVariationsRegulationsandunderstandstheprocessforformalamendmentstobuildingconsents

kk.theprovisionforinspectionsbyaBCAasdescribedinsection90oftheActll. ifinspecting,theprovisionsoninspectingandrequirementsforenteringlandin

accordancewithsections222–228oftheAct.

21Guidanceonitemsa.-risprovidedintheBuildingCodeHandbook.

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Regulation10(3)(d)(i):Abilitytoprocessapplicationsforbuildingconsent.

Performanceindicators:

8. Processbuildingconsentapplications(plansandspecifications)toestablishcompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCodeforthistypeofbuildingwork(buildingrelatedprocessingonly).

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

4. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. NZS223604,NZS3602,NZS3640,NZS4229andAS/NZS1170astheyrelatetotwostoreycommercialconstruction.Understandshowtodeterminecompliancerequirementsforcorrosionzones,groundbearing,piles,footings,Foundations,reinforcing,concretestrength,fillandcompaction,bracingdemandanddesign,subfloorframing,wallframing,roofstructures,timbertreatment,loadpaths,fixingsandconnections,underlayandwraps,claddingsystems,internalliningsanddurability

b. B1,B1/VM1–excellentunderstandingofhowthisVerificationMethodandreferencedStandardsareusedforstructuraldesign,B1/VM4–asitrelatestofoundationdesign,B1/AS1–asitrelatestothestandardsanditemsraisedinitem4.aabove

c. B2,B2/VM1andB2/AS1astheyrelateto5,15and50yeardurabilityrequirementofnominatedbuildingelements

d. canassessbuilding‘importancelevels’inrelationtodifferentbuildingtypesandtherelevantriskanalysisofthesebuildingsasisidentifiedinAS/NZS1170

e. canidentifyissuesrelatingtotheAcceptableSolutionforfirecomplianceforthistypeofbuildingworkbyidentifyingthedesignsequencereferredtoinC/AS1Part1

f. canapplycommonlyusedfireratingsystemsforwallsbuiltincloseproximitytoboundariesandseparatingresidentialhouseholdunitsandothertenanciesachievingcompliancewithclausesC2andC3;andC/AS1SpreadofFire

g. C4andC/AS1astheyapplytostructuralelementsofhouseholdunitsandotherbuildingswithinthescopeofthiscompetency

h. canassessaccessibilitytoenablesafeandeasymovementofpeopleasrequiredbyD1,D1/VM1andD1/AS1(eg,steps,handrails,ramps,non-slipprovisions,andunderstandssafestairgeometryandconstruction)

i. canassessmechanicalinstallationsforD2,D2/AS1,D2/AS2andD2/AS3,NZS4332,EN81Part1and2(passengerandservicelifts)

j. canapplyweathertightnessprinciplesandknowledgetoassesscompliancewithE2ExternalMoistureandcanidentifythedifferencesbetweentheAcceptableSolutionandspecificdesign(eg,complexjunctions,flashingrequirements,technicalknowledgeofcladdingsystems,ventedcavitysystems).Isabletoassessspecificallydesignedcladdingsystems(outsidethescopeandlimitationsofE2/AS1)

k. internalmoisturemanagementwithinbuildingsasrequiredbyE3andE3/AS1(eg,understandsventilation,temperature,thermalresistance,condensation,impervioussurfacesforfloorandwalllinings)

l. hazardousagentsorcontaminantsonsiteasrequiredbyF1andF1/AS1andknowshowtoreadaPIMandcheckhazardfilesintheabsenceofaPIM

m.F2andF2/AS1usingNZS4223:Part3,andisabletoassessthecomplianceofglazedbarriersandidentifytherequiredlocationsforsafetyglass,manifestationofglassetcforcommercialbuildings.Understandsandisabletoassessthehealthandsafetyrequirementsforasbestosandotherhazardousbuildingmaterials

n. F3,F3/VM1(interfacewithHSNOActandstorageofhazardoussubstancesinbuildings)andF3/AS1(depotconstruction,buildingscomponent-doors,windowsventingofgasstorageetc)andunderstandstheinterfacebetweenG4(asspecifiedsystems)andF8

o. requirementsforsafeguardingpeoplefromfallingasrequiredbyF4andF4/AS1(barrierconstruction,barrierheightandthecorrelationbetweenB1,B2andF4,SEDBarriers,B2implications)

p. sitesafetyrequirements–candeterminesitehazardsandunderstandscompliancerequirementsformanagingtheseinaccordancewithF5andF5/AS1

q. F6,F6/VM1(acceptableluminanceinbuildings)andF6/AS1(lightingforemergencies)andunderstandstheinterfacewithF8(asspecifiedsystems)

r. F7andF7/AS1andhasahigherlevelofunderstandingofNZS4512(firealarmsystemsinbuildings)andNZS4541(automaticfiresprinklersystems)

s. F8andF8/AS1(luminance,signlayout,size,proportions,colours,wordingetc)andunderstandstheinterfacewithF6(asspecifiedsystems)

t. G1andG1/AS1forlocation,sizingandnumberofsanitaryfixturesu. G2andG2/AS1forspatiallaunderingrequirementsv. G3andG3/AS1(eg,impervioussurfaces,foodstorage,cookingandrefrigeration)

22AllreferencestoStandardsaretothecurrentcitedversionofthequotedStandard(eg,NZS3604:1999).

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w. naturalandmechanicalventilationrequirementsforcommercialbuildingsasrequiredbyG4andG4/AS1.Canassesscompliancepathwaysformechanicalinstallationsforaccessforthistypeofbuildingwork(eg,producerstatements,peerreviewinaccordancewiththeBCA’spoliciesandprocedures)

x. G5andG5/AS1requirementsforaccessibilityheating,listeningsystemsandtemperaturecontrolforcertainbuildingtypes

y. candefineSTCandIICandassesscommonlyusedsolutionstodeterminecompliancewithG6andG6/AS1AirborneandImpactSoundbetweenoccupancies;andexhibitsanunderstandingoftheinterfacebetweenC3andG6,particularlyinrelationtopenetrationstofireandsoundratedareas

z. canassessnaturallightandvisualawarenessasrequiredbyG7andG7/AS1aa.requirementsforprovidingartificiallightingtoenablesafemovementasrequired

byG8andG8/AS1(eg,accessroutesandminimumluxlevels)bb.requirementsforcertifyingcompliancewithelectricityprovisionsasrequiredbyG9,

G9/AS1andsections19and94(3)oftheActcc.understandsrequirementsforprotectingpeoplefromextremetemperaturesorhazardous

substancesassociatedwithbuildingservicesinaccordancewithG10PipedServicesorprovidesacompliancepathwaytodeterminecompliance(eg,producerstatement,peerreviewinaccordancewiththeBCA’spoliciesandprocedures)

dd.requirementsforcertifyingcompliancewithgasasanenergysourceasrequiredbyG11,G11/AS1andsection19and94(3)oftheAct

ee.understandstherequirementstostoresolidwasteforthistypeofbuildingworkinaccordancewithG15SolidWaste

ff. requirementsforassessingenergyefficiencyforcommercialbuildingsasrequiredbyH1,H1/AS1andH1/VM1.GoodworkingknowledgeofNZS4243

gg.canidentifyinspectionrequirementsnecessarytoconfirmcomplianceforthislevelofbuildingwork

hh.cancompileaccuratecompliancescheduleinformationthatmeetstherequirementsofsection103oftheAct

ii. hasastrongcomprehensionoftheirindividuallimitationsandthewiderBCA’sinternaltechnicalcapability.Isabletoidentifywhenexternaltechnicalassistanceisrequiredforalternativesolutionsandcanoutsourceworkfortechnicalreviewwhenrequired.

Performanceindicatorsrequiredforplumbinganddrainagecompliance:

9. Processbuildingconsentapplications(plansandspecifications)toestablishcompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCodeforthistypeofbuildingwork(plumbinganddrainagerelatedprocessingonly).

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

5. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. requirementsforprotectingpeopleandotherpropertyfromadverseeffectsofsurfacewaterasrequiredbyE1,E1/VM1andE1/AS1(minimumfloorheights,design,constructionandconveyanceofstormwatercatchment)

b. canassesscompliancewithG1andG1/AS1forlocation,sizingandnumberofsanitaryfixtures

c. launderingandspatialrequirementstosatisfyG2andG2/AS1d. understandsrequirementsforprotectingpeoplefromextremetemperaturesorhazardous

substancesassociatedwithbuildingservicesinaccordancewithG10PipedServicesorprovideacompliancepathwaytodeterminecompliance(eg,producerstatement,peerreviewinaccordancewiththeBCA’spoliciesandprocedures)

e. understandsrequirementsforspecificationandinstallationofcommercialwatersuppliesasrequiredbyG12,G12/VM1andG12/AS1forthistypeofconstruction(identifyingnon-potablewaterpipesandoutlets,temperaturerequirements,crossconnectionhazardsandbackflowprotectiondevices)

f. requirementsforprovisionofsanitaryfixturesandappliancesandforconveyingfoulwatertodrainagesystemsasrequiredbyG13,G13/AS,G13/AS2,G13/VM1andAS/NZS3500Part2astheyrelatetotwostoreycommercialconstruction(systemdesignprinciples–avoidodour,designloading,falls,venting,materials,connections,accessandmaintenanceandimposedloads)

g. identificationofinspectionrequirementsnecessarytoconfirmcomplianceforthislevelofbuildingwork

h. canidentifyfirewallsanddetermineacompliancepathforplumbinganddrainagepipingpenetratingthesewalls

i. canexplainandcompetentlydemonstrateinspectionproceduresforstacksystems.UnderstandsrequirementsforprovisionofgreasetrapsinaccordancewithG13/AS2

f. canidentifyinspectionrequirementsnecessarytoconfirmcomplianceforthislevelofplumbinganddrainagework.

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Regulation10(3)(d)(ii):Abilitytoinspectbuildingwork.

Performanceindicators:

10.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtofoundationtypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforcommercial1buildings.

11.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtoprelinetypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforcommercial1buildings.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

6. Knowledgeareasforinspectionsmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. demonstratedabilitytoreadandinterpretplansandspecificationsb. useoftechnicalequipment(eg,moisturemeters,cameras,thermometers)andadministrative

resources(checklists,copiesoftechnicalinformationeg,NZS3604)toestablishcompliance.c. NZS233604,NZS3602,NZS3640,NZS3622,NZS4229andtheComplianceDocuments

astheyrelatetocommercialconstruction;andinparticular:

Foundations

• requirementsforcorrosionzones–concretestrengthrequirements(differentzonesanddifferentfoundationtypes),fixingmaterials

• groundbearing–determinationmethods,fillandcompactionrequirements• pilefoundations–types(includingbracingtypes),sizesanddimensions

(groundclearance,maximumheights,foundationdepthsetc),siting,fixingsfordifferentpiletypes,treatmentandidentification,howbracingiscalculatedforsubfloors,pointloadpiles

• concretefoundations(includesconcretemasonry)–reinforcing(lapsandsize),reinforcingtype(identificationofdeformedandround,hightensileornormal,meshandmeshsupport),pipepenetrations,pointloadpads,bondbeams,washouts‘A’,‘B’and‘C’grademasonry

• concreteslabs–reinforcing(laps,size,supplementaryreinforcingrequirements,cover),controljointandslabsizelimitations,pipepenetrations,thicknessandthickeningsofslab,DPM

• certificaterequirementsincludingproducerstatements,geotechnicalreports,compactioncertificates,concretedockets

Preline

• timberfloorsystems• framingandtrussrequirements–sizespanandspacing,timbergradeandtreatment,

loadpaths,moisturecontent,fixingsandconnections,trussdesignandlayoutinformation,penetrations,bracingsystems,includingdiaphragmceilingsandfixings

• claddingrequirements–underlays/wraps,windbarriersandrigidairbarriers,fixings,penetrationsandflashings,complexjunctions,silltapes,airseals,cavitysystems,directfixsystems,penetrations,brickveneerrequirements,mixedcladdingsystems,compartmentalisationofcavitysystemsovertwostoreys

• membraneroofanddeckrequirementsincludingsubstrates,penetrations,fallandoverflows• accessandfacilitiesforpeoplewithdisabilitiesincludingfixingrequirements

(handrails),sizes,dimensionsandlengthsandaccessibilityincludinggradients• soundandfireratedwallsandbuildingcomponents–installationrequirements,

includingisolation,insulation,penetrations,fixings• firetreatments(eg,intumescentcoatingsandseals)• insulationinstallation–type,rating,installationrequirements(refertoNZS4246

EnergyEfficiency–InstallingInsulationinResidentialDwellings)

12.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtofinaltypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforcommercial1buildings.

Final

• accesstobuilding–steps(andisolatedsteps),stairs,laddersandramps–installation,tread,riser,handrails,non-slipprovisions,accessiblecarparksandavoidanceofconflictwithvehiclesandassociatedsignage

• accessiblerequirementsincludinglocationsanddimensionsoffixture,fittingsandcountersandspatialrequirementsofareas

• internalliningsandsurfaces,includingimpervioussurfacerequirements,waterproofmembranes,watersplashareas

• smokedetectors–placementandlocation• ventilation–mechanicalandnatural• fireratedwallsandotherbuildingcomponents• assessmentofairbornesound(STC)• glazingrequirements,safetyglassidentification,locations,• finishedgroundlevelandgroundclearancestocladdingsandfloorlevels• knowledgeandIdentificationofspecifiedsystemsincludingidentificationof

installation,commissioningandcertificationrequirementsforspecifiedsystems• thirdpartyverification(eg,producerstatements,energyworkcertificates)

23AllreferencestoStandardsaretothecurrentcitedversionofthequotedStandard(eg,NZS3604:1999).

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d. canfollowmanufacturerrequirementsforinstallationoffreestandingandin-builtsolidfuelheatingappliances,requirementsfor:applianceclearances,hearth,insulationbarrier,shielding,restraints,flueheights,flashings,finishesandfurnishings,ventilationandassociatedprescribedelectricalwork(ifapplicable)

e. identificationandmanagementofriskfromhazardousagentsorcontaminantsonsitef. canidentifywhenexternaltechnicalassistanceisrequiredandcanoutsourcework

fortechnicalreviewwhenrequired.

Performanceindicatorsrequiredforplumbinganddrainagecompliance:

13.InspectbuildingworktoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(plumbinganddrainagerelatedinspectionsonly)hasbeenachievedforthistypeofbuildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

7. AgoodworkingknowledgeofAS/NZS3500,G12/AS1andAS2,G13/AS1andAS2,E1/AS1,E2/AS1(pipepenetrations,deckdrainageetc),E3/AS1,G1/AS1,H1/AS1astheyrelatetoresidentialconstruction;andinparticular:

Foundations

• pipematerial,gradients,size,bedding,backfill,protection,insulation,accesspoints,jointingandsleeving,testing,supports,changesofdirection,conveyancetoapprovedoutfalls,bridging

• HWreliefdrainanddischargeoutlet,drainaccesspoints,amendmentstoplansandspecifications

Preline

• pipematerials,thermalmovement,sizing,compatibility,insulation,testing,penetrationsthroughenvelope,roofflashings,soilstacks(graded),elevateddrainageprinciples,wastepipes,ventingsystems

• hotwater/coldwaterexpansionreliefdraindischargeoutfallpoint• hotwatersupply:

− mains,lowpressure,wetback,solar− tanksupply–structuralsupport/safetray/overflow/seismicrestraint− solar–structuralsupport–penetrations− wetback–openventingofHWCexhaust− networkutilitycoldwatersupplyconnections− floorwaste

• drainage:

− maintenanceofwatertrapseals–floorwastegullies/gullytraps,sewersurchargegully− venting(openorairadmittancevalves)− pipeinspectionpoints,protectionincludingpipetrenchandfoundations,materials,

jointing,bedding,outfall,testing− septictank/sewer(NUO)/other/soakagesystemSW− greasetrapsandseparators

Final

• HWCseismicrestraint,hotandcoldwater–valves,temperingdevice,coldwaterexpansionrelief,tundish,safetray

• HWCwatersupplytemperaturechecks(personalhygiene,legionella)• wetback/HWCheightabovewoodburner,flowandreturnpipeinsulation,exhaustvent

–pipepenetrationflashing• solarreliefvalvedischargeposition–structuralsupport–position–pipeinsulation,

installationsameasbuildingconsent–penetrationsflashed• testsanitaryfixturestrapsealretention• equipotentialbonding• gullydish/gratingheight,wastepipeconnectionstogullyriserorgullydish,

surfacewateringress• pipepenetrationswatertight• maindrainvent• drainageas-builtplan–amendmentstoplans/specifications• swimmingpoolbackflowprevention• canidentifyfirewallsanddetermineacompliancepathforplumbinganddrainage

pipingpenetratingwalls.

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Regulation10(3)(d)(iii):Abilitytocertifybuildingwork.

Performanceindicators:

14.Canissuecertification(buildingconsentorcodecompliancecertificate)forthistypeofbuildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

8. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. candidatecancompileandreviewinformationreceivedduringtheprocessingofabuildingconsentorinformationreceivedduringtheinspections/constructionprocessanddetermineandrecordtheoutcometoissue,suspend,requestfurtherinformationand/orrefusetoissueabuildingconsentorcodecompliancecertificate(withintheirauthority)forcommercial1buildingwork.

Regulation10(3)(e):Abilitytocommunicatewithinternalandexternalpeople.

Performanceindicators:

15.Communicateswithinternalandexternalcustomers.

16.Canusephone,email,internetandfax.

17.Demonstratesgoodactivelistening,questioningandassertivenessskillsindealingwithday-to-daytasksandresponsibilities.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

9. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

e. correctlypreparesletters,memosandshortreportsunderreviewofseniorstafff. appearsconfidentandhasagoodunderstandingofbuilding-relatedsubjectmatter

whendealingwithcustomersandcolleaguesg. communicateseffectivelywithotherteammembers,consentapplicantsandother

membersofthepublich. accuratelyinputswritten/electronicdataoninternalforms,checklists,databasesetc;

andcompletesprescribedformsinaccordancewiththeBuildingFormsRegulations2004.

Regulation10(3)(f):Abilitytocomplywiththebuildingconsentauthority’spolicies,proceduresandsystems

Performanceindicators:

18.Observesthebuildingconsentauthority’spolicies,proceduresandsystemsforthistypeofbuildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

10.Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

b. anabilitytoaccuratelyandcarefullyfollowestablishedproceduresforcompletingworktasks.

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Commercial,industrial,communalresidentialandcommunalnon-residentialbuildingsequaltoorlessthanfourstoreysandanoccupancyloadofequaltoorlessthan500peopleorpurposegroups(SC)or(SD)singlestorey.

Regulation10(3)(a):24

Understandingthephilosophiesandprinciplesofbuildingdesignandconstruction.

Performanceindicators:

1. Comprehendsandhassatisfactorycanapplyknowledgeofsections3,4and5oftheBuildingAct2004.

2. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofdesignandconstructiontechniquesandconstructionsequencingforthistypeofbuildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

1. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. thepurposeoftheBuildingAct2004(theAct)b. TAs’functions,dutiesandpowersundertheAct,particularlyastheyrelatetocommercial,

industrialandnon-residentialbuildingworkc. candiscussthehierarchyofNewZealandbuildinglegislationandthevariouscompliance

pathsprovidedforundertheActd. candiscussbuildingdesign,constructiontechniquesandsequencingofbuildingwork

asitsrelatestothiscompetencylevel.

NotethisinformationiscoveredinSections2.1,2.2,2.3,3.0,3.1,3.2,3.3,3.5,3.6and3.7ofthePrefacetotheBuildingCodeHandbook.25

Regulation10(3)(b):Understandingandknowledgeofbuildingproductsandmethods.

Performanceindicators:

3. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofproprietarysystemsandbuildingproductsforthistypeofbuildingwork.

4. Demonstratestheabilitytoresearch,analyseandassessbuildingmethodsandproductsassociatedwiththistypeofbuildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

2. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. commonlyusedbuildingmaterialsandsystems(egpre-nailedtrussandframes,conventionalandunconventionalcommercialcladdingandflashingsystems)

b. productliterature,testingandVerificationMethods,appraisalsandproducerstatementsc. portalframe,pre-stressedandpre-castconcrete,tilt-slab,commonbracing,firerating,

andsoundratingsystems.

Regulation10(3)(c):KnowledgeandskillinapplyingtheAct,theBuildingCode,andanyotherapplicableregulationsundertheAct.

Performanceindicators:

5. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeoftheapplicationoftheAct.

6. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeoftherolesandresponsibilitiesofaBCAandTA.

7. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeofthelinkageandinterfacebetweentheResourceManagementAct1991andtheBuildingAct2004.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

3. Demonstratesknowledgeandskillinapplying:

a. thebuildingcontrolframework26b. theBuildingAct2004c. purposed. principlese. applicationf. theNewZealandBuildingCodeg. compliancepathsh. producerstatementsi. theDepartmentofBuildingandHousingj. territorialauthoritiesk. buildingconsentauthoritiesl. projectinformationmemorandam.buildingconsents

24Building(AccreditationofBuildingConsentAuthorities)Regulations2006.25AComplianceDocumentpreparedbytheDepartmentofBuildingandHousing.Availableat:http://www.dbh.govt.nz/UserFiles/File

Publications/Building/Compliance-documents/building-code-handbook.pdf26Guidanceonitemsa.-risprovidedintheBuildingCodeHandbook.

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n. codecompliancecertificateso. certificateofacceptancep. complianceschedulesq. buildingwarrantoffitnessr. certificatesforpublicuses. candefinetheterm‘naturalhazard’andcandescribetherequirementsforgranting

orrefusingtograntbuildingconsentsonlandthatissubjecttoanaturalhazardt. candescribethelegislativeprocessforbuildingovertwoormoreallotments

(eg,75(1)(b)andsection76oftheAct)u. canassessalterationstoexistingbuildingsinaccordancewithsection112oftheActv. hasaworkingknowledgeofwaiversandmodificationsandprovideanoverview

ofhowaTAgrantsawaiverormodificationoftheBuildingCodew. canexplainhowtheclassifiedusesandthechangetheuseprovisionsareused

inthelegislationx. canexplainandinterpretbuildinglegislationanddemonstratesthoroughunderstanding

ofsections7–9oftheActandClauseA2InterpretationoftheNewZealandBuildingCodey. candiscussaccessandfacilitiesforpeoplewithdisabilitiesrequirementsoftheBuilding

CodeandthelimitsontheapplicationoftheBuildingCodeforindustrialandcommercialbuildings.HasanexcellentworkingknowledgeofNZS4211

z. demonstratesaclearknowledgeoftheprovisionforaccessandfacilitiesforpeoplewithdisabilitiesinaccordancewithsections117–120andSchedule2oftheAct

aa.hasknowledgeoftheHSNOActandtheprocessesforcompliancewithF3,F3/VM1,F3/AS1andG14/VM1

bb.demonstratesknowledgeoftheFireServiceAct1975,sections21A–21I,andtheFireSafetyandEvacuationofBuildingsRegulations2006

cc.canapplyDRUrequirementsinaccordancewiththeGazettenoticeinsection26oftheAct

dd.canapplyknowledgeofspecifiedsystemsandcomplianceschedulerequirementsinaccordancewithsections100–111oftheBuildingAct2004

ee.hashigherlevelofunderstandingwithregardtocompliancescheduleandspecifiedsystemstechnicalconsiderations(asisdiscussedintheComplianceScheduleHandbook)

ff. understandsowner’srequirementsinrelationtobuildingwarrantsoffitnessinaccordancewithsections108–111oftheAct

gg.candemonstrateknowledgeofchangeofuserequirementsinaccordancewithsections114–15oftheActandtheBuilding(Specifiedsystems,ChangetheUse,andEarthquake-proneBuildings)Regulations2005

hh.understandsrequirementstoissueanoticetofixinaccordancewithsections163–168oftheActandtheBCA’spoliciesandprocedures(withintheirauthority)

ii. candemonstrateanunderstandingofthedeterminationsprocessinaccordancewithsections176–190oftheAct

jj. candemonstrateanunderstandingofcertificatesforpublicuseandwheretheyarerequiredinaccordancewithsections362A–363CoftheAct

kk.ifinspecting,understandstheMinorVariationsRegulationsandunderstandstheprocessforformalamendmentstobuildingconsents

ll. theprovisionforinspectionsbyaBCAasdescribedinsection90oftheActmm.ifinspecting,theprovisionsoninspectingandrequirementsforenteringlandin

accordancewithsections222–228oftheAct.

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Regulation10(3)(d)(i):Abilitytoprocessapplicationsforbuildingconsent.

Performanceindicators:

8. Processbuildingconsentapplications(plansandspecifications)toestablishcompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCodeforthistypeofbuildingwork(buildingrelatedprocessingonly).

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

4. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. NZS273604,NZS3602,NZS3640,NZS4229andAS/NZS1170astheyrelatetofourstoreycommercialconstruction.Understandshowtodeterminecompliancerequirementsforcorrosionzones,groundbearing,piles,footings,foundations,reinforcing,concretestrength,fillandcompaction,bracingdemandanddesign,subfloorframing,wallframing,roofstructures,timbertreatment,loadpaths,fixingsandconnections,underlayandwraps,claddingsystems,internalliningsanddurability

b. B1,B1/VM1–excellentunderstandingofhowthisVerificationMethodandreferencedStandardsareusedforstructuraldesignB1/VM4–asitrelatestofoundationdesign,B1/AS1–asitrelatestotheStandardsanditemsraisedinitem4.aabove

c. B2,B2/VM1andB2/AS1astheyrelatetothistypeofbuildingwork(eg,5,15and50yeardurabilityrequirementofnominatedbuildingelements)

d. canassessbuilding‘importancelevels’inrelationtodifferentbuildingtypesandtherelevantriskanalysisofthesebuildingsasidentifiedinAS/NZS1170

e. canidentifyissuesrelatingtotheAcceptableSolutionforfirecomplianceforthistypeofbuildingworkbyidentifyingthedesignsequencereferredtoinC/AS1Part1

f. canapplycommonlyusedfireratingsystemsforwallsbuiltincloseproximitytoboundariesandseparatingresidentialhouseholdunitsandothertenanciesachievingcompliancewithclausesC2andC3;andC/AS1

g. C4andC/AS1astheyapplytostructuralelementsforbuildingworkwithinthescopeofthiscompetencylevel

h. canrecogniseandunderstandstheimplicationsoffiredesignsthatdonotusetheAcceptableSolutionasameansofcompliancewiththeBuildingCode

i. canassessaccessibilitytoenablesafeandeasymovementofpeopleasrequiredbyD1,D1/VM1–slipresistanceforwalkingsurfacesandD1/AS1(eg,steps,handrails,non-slipprovisions,andunderstandssafestairconstructionandthedefinitionsofprivateandsecondaryprivatestairs.HasthoroughunderstandingofNZS4121(codeofpracticefordesignforaccessanduseofbuildingsbypersonswithdisabilities)

j. canassessmechanicalinstallationsforD2,D2/AS1,D2/AS2andD2/AS3NZS4332,EN81Part1and2,EN115(passengerlifts,escalatorsandmovingwalks)

k. canapplyweathertightnessprinciplesandknowledgetoassesscompliancewithE2ExternalMoisture.Understandstheprinciplesofspecificdesign,E2/VM1;andhasahigherlevelofunderstandingwithregardtocomplexjunctions,flashingdetailing,windactionandloadingonbuildings,soundtechnicalknowledgeofstructuralcladdingandcavitysystemsandrainscreens.Isabletoassessspecificallydesignedcladdingsystems,curtainwallsandbuildingfacades

l. internalmoisturemanagementwithinbuildingsasrequiredbyE3andE3/AS1(eg,understandsventilation,temperature,thermalresistance,condensation,impervioussurfacesforfloorandwalllinings)

m.hazardousagentsorcontaminantsonsiteasrequiredbyF1,F1/VM1andF1/AS1andknowshowtoreadaPIMandcheckhazardfilesintheabsenceofaPIM

n. F2andF2/AS1usingNZS4223:Part3,andisabletoassessthecomplianceofglazedbarriersandidentifytherequiredlocationsforsafetyglass,manifestationofglassetcforcommercialbuildings.Understandsandisabletoassessthehealthandsafetyrequirementsforasbestosandotherhazardousbuildingmaterials

o. F3,F3/VM1(interfacewithHSNOActandstorageofhazardoussubstancesinbuildings)andF3/AS1(depotconstruction,buildingscomponent-doors,windowsventingofgasstorageetc)andunderstandstheinterfacebetweenG4(asspecifiedsystems)andF8

p. requirementsforsafeguardingpersonsfromfallingasrequiredbyF4andF4/AS1(barrierconstruction,barrierheightandthecorrelationbetweenB1,B2andF4,SEDBarriersincludingB2implicationsforstructuralfixingsandotherelements)

q. sitesafetyrequirementscandeterminesitehazardsandunderstandscompliancerequirementsformanagingtheseinaccordancewithF5andF5/AS1.UnderstandstheinterfacebetweenB1andF5forsafegantryconstructionastheyrelatetomediumandlargescalebuildingprojects

r. F6,F6/VM1(acceptableluminanceinbuildings)andF6/AS1(lightingforemergencies)andunderstandstheinterfacewithF8(asspecifiedsystems)

s. F7andF7/AS1andhasahigherlevelunderstandingofNZS4512(firealarmsystemsinbuildings)andNZS4541(automaticfiresprinklersystems)

27AllreferencestoStandardsaretothecurrentcitedversionofthequotedStandard(eg,NZS3604:1999).

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t. F8andF8/AS1(luminance,signlayout,size,proportions,colours,wordingetc)andunderstandstheinterfacewithF6(asspecifiedsystems)

u. G1andG1/AS1forlocation,sizingandnumberofsanitaryfixturesv. canassesscompliancewithG2andG2/AS1forspatiallaunderingrequirementsw. spatial,hygiene,storageandpreparationrequirementsforcookingandG3andG3/AS1

(eg,impervioussurfaces,foodstorage,spatial,hygiene,storageandpreparationrequirementsforcookingandrefrigeration)

x. naturalandmechanicalventilationrequirementsforcommercialbuildingsasrequiredbyG4,G4/VM1andG4/AS1.Canassesscompliancepathwaysformechanicalinstallationsforaccessforthistypeofbuildingwork(eg,producerstatements,peerreviewinaccordancewiththeBCA’spoliciesandprocedures)

y. G5andG5/AS1requirementsforaccessibilityheating,listeningsystemsandtemperaturecontrolforcertainbuildingtypes

z. candefineSTCandIICandassesscommonlyusedandalternativesolutionstodeterminecompliancewithG6,G6/VM1andG6/AS1AirborneandImpactSoundbetweenoccupancies.ExhibitsanexcellentunderstandingoftheinterfacebetweenC3andG6,particularlyinrelationtopenetrationstofireandsoundratedareas

aa.canassessnaturallightandvisualawarenessasrequiredbyG7,G7/VM1andG7/AS1bb.requirementsforprovidingartificiallightingtoenablesafemovementasrequiredby

G8andG8/AS1(eg,accessroutesandminimumluxlevels)cc.requirementsforcertifyingcompliancewithelectricityprovisionsasrequiredby

G9,G9/AS1andsections19and94(3)oftheActdd.requirementsforcertifyingcompliancewithgasasanenergysourceasrequiredby

G11,G11/AS1andsections19and94(3)oftheActee.understandstherequirementsforstorage,accessandtemperaturecontrolofsolidwaste

forthistypeofbuildingworkinaccordancewithG15andG15/AS1SolidWasteff. requirementsforassessingenergyefficiencyasrequiredbyH1,H1/AS1andH1/VM1.

GoodworkingknowledgeofNZS4243andmodellingmethodusedtoachievecompliancegg.canidentifyinspectionrequirementsnecessarytoconfirmcomplianceforthislevelof

buildingworkhh.cancompileaccuratecompliancescheduleinformationthatmeetstherequirements

ofsection103oftheActii. hasastrongcomprehensionoftheirindividuallimitationsandthewiderBCA’sinternaltechnical

capability.Isabletoidentifywhenexternaltechnicalassistanceisrequiredforcomplexalternativesolutionassessmentandcanoutsourceworkfortechnicalreviewwhenrequired

jj. canassess,engage,andmanagetherequirementtoobtainexpertopinion,advice,peerreviewandwhoshouldprovidethisforthistypeofconstruction.Understandstherequirementforthird-partyverification,observationofbuildingelementsbyexpertssuchascharteredprofessionalengineersandaccreditedinspectionbodiesetc

kk.canmentorand/orprovidetechnicaloversighttoothersassessingBuildingCodecomplianceforcommercial(competency)1typebuildingwork.

Performanceindicatorsrequiredforplumbinganddrainagecompliance:

9. Processbuildingconsentapplications(plansandspecifications)toestablishcompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCodeforthistypeofbuildingwork(plumbinganddrainagerelatedprocessingonly).

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

5. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. requirementsforprotectingpeopleandotherpropertyfromadverseeffectsofsurfacewaterasrequiredbyE1,E1/VM1andE1/AS1–(minimumfloorheights,design,constructionandconveyanceofstormwatercatchments)

b. launderingandspatialrequirementstosatisfyG2andG2/AS1c. understandsrequirementsforprotectingpeoplefromextremetemperaturesorhazardous

substancesassociatedwithbuildingservicesinaccordancewithG10,G10/VM1andG10/AS1PipedServicesorprovidesacompliancepathwaytodeterminecompliance(eg,producerstatement,peerreviewinaccordancewiththeBCA’spoliciesandprocedures)

d. understandsrequirementsforspecificationandinstallationofcommercialwatersuppliesasrequiredbyG12,G12/VM1andG12/AS1forthistypeofconstruction(identifyingnon-potablewaterpipesandoutlets,temperaturerequirements,crossconnectionhazardsandbackflowpreventiondevices)

e. requirementsforprovisionofsanitaryfixturesandappliancesandforconveyingfoulwatertodrainagesystemsasrequiredbyG13,G13/AS1,G13/AS2,G13/VM1andAS/NZS3500Part2astheyrelatetocommercialconstruction(systemdesignprinciples–avoidodour,designloading,falls,venting,materials,connections,accessandmaintenance,andimposedloads)

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f. canexplainandcompetentlydemonstrateinspectionproceduresforstacksystems.UnderstandsrequirementsforprovisionofgreasetrapsinaccordancewithG13/AS2

g. collection,storage,treatmentanddisposalofindustrialliquidwasteinaccordancewithG14,G14/VM1andG14/AS1.Understandsthetreatmentanddisposalmethodsillustratedinfigure1ofG14/VM1

h. identificationofinspectionrequirementsnecessarytoconfirmcomplianceforthislevelofbuildingwork

i. canidentifyfirewallsanddetermineacompliancepathforplumbinganddrainagepipingpenetratingthesewalls

j. canidentifyinspectionrequirementsnecessarytoconfirmcomplianceforthislevelofplumbinganddrainagework

k. canassess,engage,andmanagetherequirementtoobtainexpertopinion,adviceandpeer-reviewforspecificallydesignedbuildingelementsforthislevel

l. canmentorand/orprovidetechnicaloversighttoothersassessingBuildingCodecomplianceforcommercial(competency)1typebuildings

Regulation10(3)(d)(ii):Abilitytoinspectbuildingwork.

Performanceindicators:

10.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtofoundationtypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforcommercial2buildings.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

6. Knowledgeareasforinspectionsmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. demonstratedabilitytoreadandinterpretplansandspecificationsb. useoftechnicalequipment(eg,moisturemeters,cameras,thermometersetc)and

administrativeresources(checklists,copiesoftechnicalinformationeg,NZS3604)toestablishcompliance.

c. NZS283604,NZS3602,NZS3640,NZS3622,NZS4229andtheComplianceDocumentsastheyrelatetoresidentialconstruction;andinparticular:

Foundations

• requirementsforcorrosionzones–concretestrengthrequirements(differentzonesanddifferentfoundationtypes),fixingmaterials

• groundbearing–determinationmethods,fillandcompactionrequirements• pilefoundations–types(includingbracingtypes),sizesanddimensions(ground

clearance,maxheights,foundationdepthsetc),siting,fixingsfordifferentpiletypes,treatmentandidentification,howbracingiscalculatedforsubfloors,pointloadpiles

• concretefoundations(includesconcretemasonry)–reinforcing(lapsandsize),reinforcingtype(identificationofdeformedandround,hightensileornormal,meshandmeshsupport),pipepenetrations,pointloadpads,bondbeams,washouts‘A’,‘B’and‘C’grademasonry

• concreteslabs–reinforcing(laps,size,supplementaryreinforcingrequirements,cover),controljointandslabsizelimitations,pipepenetrations,thicknessandthickeningsofslab,DPM

• certificaterequirementsincludingproducerstatements,geotechnicalreports,compactioncertificates,concretedockets.

11.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtoprelinetypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforcommercial2buildings.

Preline

• timbermidfloorsystems• framingandtrussrequirementssizespanandspacing,timbergradeandtreatment,

loadpaths,moisturecontent,fixingsandconnections,trussdesignandlayoutinformation,penetrations,bracingsystems,includingdiaphragmceilingsandfixings

• claddingrequirements–underlays/wraps,windbarriersandrigidairbarriers,fixings,penetrationsandflashings,complexjunctions,silltapes,airseals,cavitysystems,directfixsystems,penetrations,brickveneerrequirements,mixedcladdingsystems,compartmentalisationofcavitysystemsovertwostories

• membraneroofanddeckrequirementsincludingsubstrates,penetrations,fallandoverflows• accessandfacilitiesforpeoplewithdisabilitiesincludingfixingrequirements

(handrails),sizes,dimensionsandlengthsandaccessibilityincludinggradients• soundandfireratedwallsandbuildingcomponents–installationrequirements,

includingisolation,insulation,penetrations,fixings• firetreatments(eg,intumescentcoatingsandseals)• insulationinstallation–type,rating,installationrequirements(refertoNZS4246

EnergyEfficiency–InstallingInsulationinResidentialDwellings).

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12.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtofinaltypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforcommercial2buildings.

Final

• accesstobuilding–steps(andisolatedsteps),stairs,laddersandramps–installation,tread,riser,handrails,non-slipprovisions,accessiblecarparksandavoidanceofconflictwithvehiclesandassociatedsignage

• liftandescalatorinstallationcertificationrequirementsandassociatedsignage• accessiblerequirementsincludinglocationsanddimensionsoffixture,fittingsand

countersandspatialrequirementsofareas• internalliningsandsurfaces,includingimpervioussurfacerequirements,

waterproofmembranes,watersplashareas• smokedetectorsplacementandlocation• ventilation–mechanicalandnatural• rireratedwallsandotherbuildingcomponents• assessmentofairbornesound(STC)• glazingrequirements,safetyglassidentification,locations• finishedgroundlevelandgroundclearancestocladdingsandfloorlevels• knowledgeandidentificationofspecifiedsystemsincludingidentificationof

installation,commissioningandcertificationrequirementsforspecifiedsystems• thirdpartyverification(eg,producerstatements,energyworkcertificates)

d. canfollowmanufacturerrequirementsforinstallationoffreestandingandin-builtsolidfuelheatingappliances,requirementsfor:applianceclearances,hearth,insulationbarrier,shielding,restraints,flueheights,flashings,finishesandfurnishings,ventilationandassociatedprescribedelectricalwork(ifapplicable)

e. identificationandmanagementofriskfromhazardousagentsorcontaminantsonsitef. canidentifywhenexternaltechnicalassistanceisrequiredandcanoutsourceworkfor

technicalreviewwhenrequired.

Performanceindicatorsrequiredforplumbinganddrainagecompliance:

13.Processbuildingconsentapplications(plansandspecifications)toestablishcompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCodeforthistypeofbuildingwork(plumbinganddrainagerelatedprocessingonly).

14.InspectbuildingworktoestablishifcompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(plumbinganddrainagerelatedinspectionsonly).

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

7. AgoodworkingknowledgeofAS/NZS3500,G12/AS1andAS2,G13/AS1andAS2,E1/AS1,E2/AS1(pipepenetrations,deckdrainageetc),E3/AS1,G1/AS1,H1/AS1astheyrelatetoresidentialconstruction;andinparticular:

Foundations

• pipematerial,gradients,size,bedding,backfill,protection,insulation,accesspoints,jointingandsleeving,testing,supports,changesofdirection,conveyancetoapprovedoutfalls,bridging

• HWreliefdrainanddischargeoutlet,drainaccesspoints,amendmentstoplansandspecifications.

Preline

• pipematerials,thermalmovement,sizing,compatibility,insulation,testing,penetrationsthroughenvelope,roofflashings,soilstacks(graded),elevateddrainageprinciples,wastepipes,ventingsystems

• hotwater/coldwaterexpansionreliefdraindischargeoutfallpoint• hotwatersupply:

− mains,lowpressure,wetback,solar− tanksupply–structuralsupport/safetray/overflow/seismicrestraint− solar–structuralsupport–penetrations− wetback–openventingofHWCexhaust− networkutilitycoldwatersupplyconnections− floorwaste

• Drainage

− maintenanceofwatertrapseals–floorwastegullies/gullytraps,sewersurchargegully− venting(openorairadmittancevalves)− pipeinspectionpoints,protectionincludingpipetrenchandfoundations,materials,

jointing,bedding,outfall,testing− septictank/sewer(NUO)/other/soakagesystemSW− greasetrapsandseparators

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Final

• HWCseismicrestraint,hotandcoldwater–valves,temperingdevice,coldwaterexpansionrelief,tundish,safetray,

• HWCwatersupplytemperaturechecks(personalhygiene,legionella)• wetback/HWCheightabovewoodburner,flowandreturnpipeinsulation,

exhaustvent–pipepenetrationflashing• solarreliefvalvedischargeposition–structuralsupport–position–pipeinsulation,

installationsameasbuildingconsent–penetrationsflashed• testsanitaryfixturestrapsealretention• equipotentialbonding• gullydish/gratingheight,wastepipeconnectionstogullyriserorgullydish,

surfacewateringress• pipepenetrationswatertight• maindrainvent• drainageas-builtplan–amendmentstoplans/specifications• swimmingpoolbackflowprevention• canidentifyfirewallsanddetermineacompliancepathforplumbinganddrainage

pipingpenetratingwalls.

Regulation10(3)(d)(iii):Abilitytocertifybuildingwork.

Performanceindicators:

15.Canissuecertification(buildingconsentorcodecompliancecertificate)forthiscommercial2buildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

8. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. candidatecancompileandreviewinformationreceivedduringtheprocessingofabuildingconsentorinformationreceivedduringtheinspections/constructionprocessanddetermineandrecordtheoutcometoissue,suspend,requestfurtherinformationand/orrefusetoissueabuildingconsentorcodecompliancecertificate(withintheirauthority)forcommercial2buildingwork.

Regulation10(3)(e):Abilitytocommunicatewithinternalandexternalpeople.

Performanceindicators:

16.Communicateswithinternalandexternalcustomers.

17.Canusephone,email,internetandfax.

18.Demonstratesgoodactivelistening,questioningandassertivenessskillsindealingwithday-to-daytasksandresponsibilities.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

9. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. correctlypreparesletters,memosandreportsforseniorstaffb. appearsconfidentandhasagoodunderstandingofbuildingrelatedsubjectmatter

whendealingwithcustomersandcolleaguesc. communicateseffectivelywithotherteammembers,consentapplicantsandother

membersofthepublicd. accuratelyinputwritten/electronicdataoninternalforms,checklists,fieldinspection

recordsetc;andcompletesprescribedformsinaccordancewiththeBuildingFormsRegulations2004

e. hastheabilitytoadministrativelymanagelargeamountsofinformationandresolveproblemsthroughclearandopenlinesofcommunication

f. hastheabilityandnecessaryskilltocommunicateatahighlevelwithbuildingsectorprofessionalsandothertechnicalareaswithintheBCAandTA

g.canaccuratelyinterpretbuildingconsentcorrespondenceandisabletocompileaccurate,clearandreadablewrittenresponsessuchasrequestsforfurtherinformationornoticestofixetc

h. canclearlyarticulatefindingsandprovidefeedbacktofellowstaffmembers,thepublicandbuildingsectorprofessionals

i. presentsaconvincingandrationalargumentinsupportofdecisionsmade.

Regulation10(3)(f):Abilitytocomplywiththebuildingconsentauthority’spolicies,proceduresandsystems

Performanceindicators:

19.Observesthebuildingconsentauthority’spolicies,proceduresandsystemsforthistypeofbuildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

10.Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. accuratelyandcarefullyfollowsestablishedproceduresforcompletingworktasks.

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Allusesofbuildingsthatareoverfourstoreyshigh,orcontainover500occupantsorpurposegroups(SC)or(SD)greaterthanasinglestorey.

Regulation10(3)(a):29

Understandingthephilosophiesandprinciplesofbuildingdesignandconstruction.

Performanceindicators:

1. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofsections3,4and5oftheBuildingAct2004.

2. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofdesignandconstructiontechniquesandconstructionsequencingforthistypeofbuildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

1. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. thepurposeoftheBuildingAct2004(theAct)b. TAs’functions,dutiesandpowersundertheAct,particularlyastheyrelatetocommercial,

industrialandnon-residentialbuildingworkc. candiscussthehierarchyofNewZealandbuildinglegislationandthevariouscompliance

pathsprovidedforundertheActd. candiscussbuildingdesign,constructiontechniquesandsequencingofbuildingwork

asitsrelatestothiscompetencylevel.

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Regulation10(3)(b):Understandingandknowledgeofbuildingproductsandmethods.

Performanceindicators:

3. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofproprietarysystemsandbuildingproductsforthistypeofbuildingwork.

4. Demonstratestheabilitytoresearch,analyseandassessbuildingmethodsandproductsassociatedwiththistypeofbuildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

2. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. commonlyusedbuildingmaterialsandsystems(eg,pre-nailedandtrussframes,laminatedstructures,conventionalandunconventionalcommercialcladdingandflashingsystems)

b. productliterature,testingandVerificationMethods,appraisalsandproducerstatementsc. portalframe,pre-stressedandpre-castconcrete,tilt-slab,commonbracing,firerating

andsoundratingsystemsd. assessmentofcomplexdesignmethodsincludingunconventionalengineeredsolutions.

Regulation10(3)(c):KnowledgeandskillinapplyingtheAct,theBuildingCode,andanyotherapplicableregulationsundertheAct.

Performanceindicators:

5. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeoftheapplicationoftheAct.

6. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeoftherolesandresponsibilitiesofaBCAandTA.

7. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeofthelinkageandinterfacebetweentheResourceManagementAct1991andtheBuildingAct2004.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

3. Demonstratesknowledgeandskillinapplying:

a. thebuildingcontrolframework31b. theBuildingAct2004c. purposed. principlese. applicationf. theNewZealandBuildingCodeg. compliancepathsh. producerstatementsi. theDepartmentofBuildingandHousingj. territorialauthoritiesk. buildingconsentauthoritiesl. projectinformationmemoranda

29Building(AccreditationofBuildingConsentAuthorities)Regulations2006.30AComplianceDocumentpreparedbytheDepartmentofBuildingandHousing.Availableat:http://www.dbh.govt.nz/UserFiles/File/

Publications/Building/Compliance-documents/building-code-handbook.pdf31Guidanceonitemsa.-risprovidedintheBuildingCodeHandbook.

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m.buildingconsentsn. codecompliancecertificateso. certificateofacceptancep. complianceschedulesq. buildingwarrantoffitnessr. certificatesforpublicuses. candefinetheterm‘naturalhazard’andcandescribetherequirementsforgranting

orrefusingtograntbuildingconsentsonlandthatissubjecttoanaturalhazardt. candescribethelegislativeprocessforbuildingovertwoormoreallotments

(eg,sections75(1)(b)and76oftheAct)u. canassessalterationstoexistingbuildingsinaccordancewithsection112oftheActv. hasaworkingknowledgeofwaiversandmodificationsandprovideanoverview

ofhowaTAgrantsawaiverormodificationoftheBuildingCodew. canexplainhowtheclassifiedusesandthechangetheuseprovisionsareused

inthelegislationx. canexplainandinterpretbuildinglegislationanddemonstratesthoroughunderstanding

ofsections7–9oftheActandClauseA2InterpretationoftheNewZealandBuildingCodey. candiscussaccessandfacilitiesforpeoplewithdisabilitiesrequirementsoftheBuilding

CodeandthelimitsontheapplicationoftheBuildingCodeforindustrialandcommercialbuildings.HasanexcellentworkingknowledgeofNZS4211

z. demonstratesaclearknowledgeoftheprovisionforaccessandfacilitiesinbuildingsforpeoplewithdisabilitiesinaccordancewithsections117–120andSchedule2oftheAct

aa.hasknowledgeoftheHSNOActandtheprocessesforcompliancewithF3,F3/VM1,F3/AS1andG14/VM1

bb.demonstratesknowledgeoftheFireServiceAct1975,sections21A–21I,andtheFireSafetyandEvacuationofBuildingsRegulations2006

cc.canapplyDRUrequirementsinaccordancewiththeGazettenoticeinsection26oftheAct

dd.canapplyknowledgeofspecifiedsystemsandcomplianceschedulerequirementsinaccordancewithsections100–111oftheBuildingAct2004

ee.hashigherlevelofunderstandingwithregardtocompliancescheduleandspecifiedsystemstechnicalconsiderations(asisdiscussedinthecomplianceschedulehandbook)

ff. understandsowners’requirementsinrelationtobuildingwarrantsoffitnessinaccordancewithsections108–111oftheAct

gg.candemonstrateknowledgeofchangeofuserequirementsinaccordancewithsections114–115oftheActandtheBuilding(SpecifiedSystems,ChangetheUse,andEarthquake-proneBuildings)Regulations2005

hh.understandsrequirementstoissueanoticetofixinaccordancewithsections163–168oftheActandtheBCA’spoliciesandprocedures(withintheirauthority)

ii. candemonstrateanunderstandingofthedeterminationsprocessinaccordancewithsections176–190oftheAct

jj. candemonstrateanunderstandingofcertificatesforpublicuseandwheretheyarerequiredinaccordancewithsections362A–363CoftheAct

kk.ifinspecting,understandstheMinorVariationsRegulationsandunderstandstheprocessforformalamendmentstobuildingconsents

ll. theprovisionforinspectionsbyaBCAasdescribedinsection90oftheActmm.ifinspecting,theprovisionsoninspectingandrequirementsforenteringlandin

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Regulation10(3)(d)(i):Abilitytoprocessapplicationsforbuildingconsent.

Performanceindicators:

8. Processbuildingconsentapplications(plansandspecifications)toestablishcompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCodeforthistypeofbuildingwork(buildingrelatedprocessingonly).

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

4. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. NZS323604,NZS3602,NZS3640,NZS4229andAS/NZS1170astheyrelatetofourstorey(andover)commercialconstruction.Understandshowtodeterminecompliancerequirementsforcorrosionzones,groundbearing,piles,footings,foundations,reinforcing,concretestrength,fillandcompaction,bracingdemandanddesign,subfloorframing,wallframing,roofstructures,timbertreatment,loadpaths,fixingsandconnections,underlayandwraps,rigidairbarriers,claddingsystems,internalliningsanddurability.

b. B1,B1/VM1–excellentunderstandingofhowthisVerificationMethodandreferencedStandardsareusedforstructuraldesign,B1/VM4–asitrelatestofoundationdesign,B1/AS1–asitrelatestotheStandardsanditemsraisedinitem4aabove.

c. B2,B2/VM1andB2/AS1astheyrelatetothistypeofbuildingwork(eg,5,15and50yeardurabilityrequirementofnominatedbuildingelements)

d. canassessbuilding‘importancelevels’inrelationtodifferentbuildingtypesandtherelevantriskanalysisofthesebuildingsasisidentifiedinAS/NZS1170

e. canidentifyissuesrelatingtotheAcceptableSolutionforfirecomplianceforthistypeofbuildingworkbyidentifyingthedesignsequencereferredtoinC/AS1Part1

f. canapplycommonlyusedfireratingsystemsforwallsbuiltincloseproximitytoboundariesandseparatingresidentialhouseholdunitsandothertenanciesachievingcompliancewithclausesC2andC3;andC/AS1

g. C4andC/AS1astheyapplytostructuralelementsforbuildingworkwithinthescopeofthiscompetencylevel.

h. canrecogniseandunderstandstheimplicationsoffiredesignsthatdonotusetheAcceptableSolutionasameansofcompliancewiththeBuildingCode

i. canassessaccessibilitytoenablesafeandeasymovementofpeopleasrequiredbyD1,D1/VM1–slipresistanceforwalkingsurfacesandD1/AS1(eg,steps,handrails,non-slipprovisions,andunderstandssafestairconstructionandthedefinitionsofprivateandsecondaryprivatestairs.HasthoroughunderstandingofNZS4121(codeofpracticefordesignforaccessanduseofbuildingsbypersonswithdisabilities)

j. canassessmechanicalinstallationsforD2,D2/AS1,D2/AS2andD2/AS3,NZS4332,EN81parts1and2,EN115(passengerlifts,escalatorsandmovingwalks)

k. canapplyweathertightnessprinciplesandknowledgetoassesscompliancewithE2ExternalMoisture.Understandstheprinciplesofspecificdesign,E2/VM1;andhasahigherlevelofunderstandingwithregardto(complexjunctions,flashingdetailing,windactionandloadingonbuildings,soundtechnicalknowledgeofstructuralcladdingandcavitysystemsandrainscreens).Canassessspecificallydesignedcladdingsystems,curtainwallsandbuildingfacades

l. internalmoisturemanagementwithinbuildingsasrequiredbyE3andE3/AS1(eg,understandsventilation,temperature,thermalresistance,condensation,impervioussurfacesforfloorandwalllinings)

m.hazardousagentsorcontaminantsonsiteasrequiredbyF1,F1/VM1andF1/AS1andknowshowtoreadaPIMandcheckhazardfilesintheabsenceofaPIM

n. F2andF2/AS1usingNZS4223:Part3,andcanassessthecomplianceofglazedbarriersandidentifytherequiredlocationsforsafetyglass,manifestationofglassetcforcommercialbuildings.Understandsandcanassessthehealthandsafetyrequirementsforasbestosandotherhazardousbuildingmaterials

o. F3,F3/VM1(interfacewithHSNOActandstorageofhazardoussubstancesinbuildings)andF3/AS1(depotconstruction,buildingscomponent-doors,windowsventingofgasstorageetc)andunderstandstheinterfacebetweenG4(asspecifiedsystems)andF8

p. understandsrequirementsforsafeguardingpeoplefromfallingasrequiredbyF4andF4/AS1(barrierconstruction,barrierheightandthecorrelationbetweenB1,B2andF4,SEDBarriersincludingB2implicationsforstructuralfixingsandotherelements)

q. candeterminesitehazardsandunderstandscompliancerequirementsformanagingtheseinaccordancewithF5andF5/AS1.UnderstandstheinterfacebetweenB1andF5forsafegantryconstruction

r. F6,F6/VM1(acceptableluminanceinbuildings)andF6/AS1(lightingforemergencies)andunderstandstheinterfacewithF8(asspecifiedsystems)

s. F7andF7/AS1andhasahigherlevelunderstandingofNZS4512(firealarmsystemsinbuildings)andNZS4541(automaticfiresprinklersystems).

t. F8andF8/AS1(luminance,signlayout,size,proportions,colours,wordingetc)andunderstandstheinterfacewithF6(asspecifiedsystems)

32AllreferencestoStandardsaretothecurrentcitedversionofthequotedStandard(eg,NZS3604:1999).

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u. canassesscompliancewithG2andG2/AS1forspatiallaunderingrequirementsv. spatial,hygiene,storageandpreparationrequirementsforcookingandG3andG3/AS1

(eg,impervioussurfaces,foodstorage,spatial,hygiene,storageandpreparationrequirementsforcookingandrefrigeration)

w. naturalandmechanicalventilationrequirementsfordomesticbuildingsasrequiredbyG4,G4/VM1andG4/AS1.Canassesscompliancepathwaysformechanicalinstallationsforaccessforthistypeofbuildingwork(eg,producerstatements,peerreviewinaccordancewiththeBCA’spoliciesandprocedures)

x. G5andG5/AS1requirementsforaccessibilityheating,listeningsystemsandtemperaturecontrolforcertainbuildingtypes

y. candefineSTCandIICandassesscommonlyusedandalternativesolutionstodeterminecompliancewithG6,G6/VM1andG6/AS1AirborneandImpactSoundbetweenoccupancies;andexhibitsanexcellentunderstandingoftheinterfacebetweenC3andG6,particularlyinrelationtopenetrationstofireandsoundratedareas

z. canassessnaturallightandvisualawarenessasrequiredbyG7,G7/VM1andG7/AS1aa.requirementsforprovidingartificiallightingtoenablesafemovementasrequiredby

G8andG8/AS1bb.requirementsforcertifyingcompliancewithelectricityprovisionsasrequiredbyG9,

G9/AS1andsections19and94(3)oftheActcc.requirementsforcertifyingcompliancewithgasasanenergysourceasrequired

byG11,G11/AS1andsections19and94(3)oftheActdd.understandstherequirementstostoresolidwasteforthistypeofbuildingwork

inaccordancewithG15SolidWasteee.requirementsforassessingenergyefficiencyasrequiredbyH1,H1/AS1andH1/VM1.

GoodworkingknowledgeofNZS4243andmodellingmethodusedtoachievecomplianceff. canidentifyinspectionrequirementsnecessarytoconfirmcomplianceforthislevelof

buildingworkgg.cancompileaccuratecompliancescheduleinformationthatmeetstherequirements

ofsection103oftheActhh.hasastrongcomprehensionoftheirindividuallimitationsandthewiderBCA’sinternal

technicalcapability.Isabletoidentifywhenexternaltechnicalassistanceisrequiredforacomplexalternativesolutionassessmentandcanoutsourceworkfortechnicalreviewwhenrequired

ii. canassess,engageandmanagetherequirementtoobtainexpertopinion,advice,peerreviewandwhoshouldprovidethisforthistypeofconstruction.Understandstherequirementforthird-partyverification,observationofbuildingelementsbyexpertssuchascharteredprofessionalengineersandaccreditedinspectionbodiesetc

jj. canmentorand/orprovidetechnicaloversighttoothersassessingBuildingCodecomplianceforcommercial(competency)1and2typebuildingwork.

Performanceindicatorsrequiredforplumbinganddrainagecompliance:

9. Processbuildingconsentapplications(plansandspecifications)toestablishcompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCodeforthistypeofbuildingwork(plumbinganddrainagerelatedprocessingonly).

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

5. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. requirementsforprotectingpeopleandotherpropertyfromadverseeffectsofsurfacewaterasrequiredbyE1andE1/AS1(minimumfloorheights,design,constructionandconveyanceofstormwatercatchment)

b. launderingandspatialrequirementstosatisfyG2andG2/AS1c. canassesscompliancewithG1andG1/AS1forlocation,sizingandnumberofsanitaryfixturesd. understandsrequirementsforprotectingpeoplefromextremetemperaturesorhazardous

substancesassociatedwithbuildingservicesinaccordancewithG10,G10/VM1andG10/AS1PipedServicesorprovidesacompliancepathwaytodeterminecompliance(eg,producerstatement,peerreviewinaccordancewiththeBCA’spoliciesandprocedures)

e. understandsrequirementsforspecificationandinstallationofcommercialwatersuppliesasrequiredbyG12,G12/VM1andG12/AS1forthistypeofconstruction(identifyingnon-potablewaterpipesandoutlets,temperaturerequirements,crossconnectionhazardsandbackflowprotectiondevices)

f. requirementsforprovisionofsanitaryfixturesandappliancesandforconveyingfoulwatertodrainagesystemsasrequiredbyG13,G13/AS1,G13/AS2,G13/VM1andAS/NZS3500Part2astheyrelatetocommercialconstruction(systemdesignprinciples–avoidodour,designloading,falls,venting,materials,connections,accessandmaintenanceandimposedloads)

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g. collection,storage,treatmentanddisposalofindustrialliquidwasteinaccordancewithG14,G14/VM1andG14/AS1.Understandsthetreatmentanddisposalmethodsillustratedinfigure1ofG14/VM1)

h. canexplainandcompetentlydemonstrateinspectionproceduresforstacksystems.UnderstandsrequirementsforprovisionofgreasetrapsinaccordancewithG13/AS2

i. identificationofinspectionrequirementsnecessarytoconfirmcomplianceforthislevelofbuildingwork

j. canexplaininspectionproceduresforeachinspectiontypecoveredinthiscompetencyk. canidentifyfirewallsanddetermineacompliancepathforplumbinganddrainagepiping

penetratingthesewallsl. canidentifyinspectionrequirementsnecessarytoconfirmcomplianceforthislevel

ofplumbinganddrainageworkm.canexplaincompetentlydemonstrateinspectionproceduresforeachplumbing

anddrainageinspectiontypen. canassess,engage,andmanagetherequirementtoobtainexpertopinion,advice

andpeerreviewforspecificallydesignedbuildingelementsforthislevelofbuildingworko. canmentorand/orprovidetechnicaloversighttoothersassessingBuildingCode

complianceforcommercial(competency)1and2typebuildingwork.

Regulation10(3)(d)(ii):Abilitytoinspectbuildingwork.

Performanceindicators:

10.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtofoundationtypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforcommercial3buildings.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

6. Knowledgeareasforinspectionsmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. canreadandinterpretcomplexplansandspecificationsb. theuseofStandardsusedinthedesignofcommercialbuildingssuchasAS/NZS1170

andtheComplianceDocumentsastheyrelatetocommercial/industrialconstruction;andinparticular:

Foundations

• requirementsforcorrosionzones–concretestrengthrequirements(differentzonesanddifferentfoundationtypes),fixingmaterials

• groundbearing–determinationmethods,fillandcompactionandgeotechnicalrequirements• commonfoundationsystemsincludingraft,drivenpiles,boredpilesshearwalling,

pointloads,loadpaths,reinforcing(lapsandsize),reinforcingtype(identificationofdeformedandround,hightensileornormal,meshandmeshsupport),pipepenetrations,bondbeams,washouts,tankingrequirements,seismicdesignconsiderations

• concreteslabs–reinforcing(laps,size,supplementaryreinforcingrequirements,cover),controljointandslabsizelimitations,pipepenetrations,thicknessandthickeningsofslab,DPM

• certificaterequirementsincludingproducerstatements(PS4Inspectionrequirements),geotechnicalreports,compactioncertificates,concretedockets.

11.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtoprelinetypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforcommercial3buildings.

Preline

• timberandconcretemidfloorsystems• framingandtrussrequirementssizespanandspacing,timbergradeandtreatment,

loadpaths,moisturecontent,fixingsandconnections,trussdesignandlayoutinformation,penetrations,bracingsystemsandfixingsincludingfixingofpanels

• accessandfacilitiesforpeoplewithdisabilitiesincludingfixingrequirements(handrails),sizes,dimensionsandlengthsandaccessibilityincludinggradients

• impervioussurfaces,membraneareas,accidentaloverflow,wallandfloorsurfaces• ventilationducting,penetrations,firedampers• claddingrequirements–underlays/wraps,windbarriersandrigidairbarriers,fixings,

penetrationsandflashings,junctions,silltapes,airsealsetc,cavitysystems,curtainwalls,structuralandfireratedcladdingsystems,rainscreens,penetrations,masonryblockwork

• membraneroofanddeckrequirementsincludingsubstrates,penetrations,fall,overflow• soundandfireratedwallsandbuildingcomponents–installationrequirements

includingisolation,insulation,penetrations,fixings• insulationinstallation–type,rating,thermalandfireresistance,thermalbridging,

installationrequirements• firetreatments(eg,intumescentcoatingsandseals)• certificationrequirementsincludingproducerstatements,PS4inspectionrequirements,

commissioningcertificates,concretedocketsandotherthirdpartyverifications.

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12.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtofinaltypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforcommercial3buildings.

Final

• Firesafety:

− surfacefinishes,smokedevelopmentandspreadofflamerequirements− meansofescape–traveldistancesescaperoutes,finalexits,visibility,signage− fireandsmokeseparationsandpenetrations,collars,sealants,dampers,

doorsanddoorhardware

• Accesstoandwithinthebuilding:

− steps(andisolatedsteps),stairs,laddersandramps–installation–tread,riser,handrails,non-slipprovisions,

− liftsandescalators–accessibility,commissioningrequirements− accessiblecarparksandavoidanceofconflictwithvehicles− signage

• Moisture:

− finishedgroundlevelandgroundclearancestocladdings(ifapplicable)andfloorlevels− awarenessofcompletionrequirementsforcladdingsystems(eg,protective

coatingsystems)− flashingofpenetrations(roofandcladdingsystems)− internalliningsandsurfacesincluding,impervioussurfacerequirements,

waterproofmembranes,watersplashareas− accidentaloverflowrequirementstoprotectotherproperty

• Safetyofusers:

− identificationandmanagementofriskfromhazardousagentsorcontaminantsonsite

− glazingrequirements,safetyglassidentification,locationsandmanifestationrequirements,

− safetyfromfalling–barriers,changeoflevels,roofaccess,barrierconstruction,compatibilityofbarrierswithintendedusesofareas,windowrestrictors

• Servicesandfacilities:

− accessiblerequirementsincludinglocationsanddimensionsoffixtures,fittingsandcountersandspatialrequirementsofareas

− internalliningsandsurfacesincluding,impervioussurfacerequirements,waterproofmembranes,watersplashareasthatrelatetokitchens,laundries,bathrooms(orotherspaceswheresanitaryfixturearelocated)andsolidwastedisposalareas

− ventilation–mechanicalandnaturalforodours,gassesormoisture− assessmentofairbornesound(IICandSTC)− assessmentoflightinginaccessroutesandcommonspaces− knowledgeofuseofenergyworkcertificatestodemonstratecompliance

withG9ElectricityandG11GasasanEnergySource− knowledgeofcertificationrequirementsforpipedservicesG10

• Specifiedsystems:

− knowledgeandidentificationofspecifiedsystems− identificationofinstallation,commissioningandcertificationrequirements

forspecifiedsystems− interconnectivityofspecifiedsystemssuchasrequirementforactivation

ofautomaticdoorsonactivationofanalarm

c. canidentifywhenexternaltechnicalassistanceisrequiredandcanoutsourceworkfortechnicalreviewwhenrequired.

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Performanceindicatorsrequiredforplumbinganddrainagecompliance:

13.InspectbuildingworktoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(plumbinganddrainagerelatedinspectionsonly)hasbeenachievedforcommercial3buildings.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

7. AgoodworkingknowledgeofAS/NZS3500,G12/AS1andAS2,G13/AS1andAS2,E1/AS1,E2/AS1(pipepenetrations,deckdrainageetc),E3/AS1,G1/AS1,H1/AS1astheyrelatetocommercialconstruction;andinparticular:

Foundations

• pipematerial,gradients,size,bedding,backfill,protection,insulation,accesspoints,jointingandsleeving,testing,supports,changesofdirection,conveyancetoapprovedoutfalls,bridging

• HWreliefdrainanddischargeoutlet,drainaccesspoints,amendmentstoplansandspecifications.

Preline

• pipematerials,thermalmovement,sizing,compatibility,insulation,testing,penetrationsthroughenvelope,roofflashings,soilstacks(graded),elevateddrainageprinciples,wastepipes,ventingsystems

• hotwater/coldwaterexpansionreliefdraindischargeoutfallpoint.• hotwatersupply:

− mains,lowpressure,wetback,solar− tanksupply–structuralsupport/safetray/overflow/seismicrestraint− solaranditsstructuralsupportandpenetrations− networkutilitycoldwatersupplyconnections,backflowpreventionsystems− floorwasterequirements

Drainage

• maintenanceofwatertrapseals–floorwastegullies/gullytraps,sewersurchargegully• venting(openorairadmittancevalves)• pipeinspectionpoints,protectionincludingpipetrenchandfoundations,materials,

jointing,bedding,outfall,testing• onsitedisposalsystems/sewer(NUO)/soakagesystemstormwater• rainwatertanksupply(potable)/overflowwithinconsentedproperty/pump/gravity

(airlocks)

Final

• HWCseismicrestraint,hotandcoldwater–valves,temperingdevice,coldwaterexpansionrelief,tundish,safetray

• HWCwatersupplytemperaturechecks(personalhygiene,legionella)• solarreliefvalvedischargepositionanditsstructuralsupport,position,pipeinsulation,

andpenetrationsrequirements• testsanitaryfixturestrapsealretention• equipotentialbonding• gullydish/gratingheight,wastepipeconnectionstogullyriserorgullydish,

surfacewateringress• pipepenetrationswatertight• maindrainvent• drainageas-builtplan–amendmentstoplans/specifications• backflowpreventionrequirementsandtesting• canidentifyfirewallsanddetermineacompliancepathforplumbinganddrainage

pipingpenetratingthesewalls.

Regulation10(3)(d)(iii):Abilitytocertifybuildingwork.

Performanceindicators:

14.Canissuecertification(buildingconsentorcodecompliancecertificate)forthiscommercial3buildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

8. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. candidatecancompileandreviewinformationreceivedduringtheprocessingofabuildingconsentorinformationreceivedduringtheinspections/constructionprocessanddetermineandrecordtheoutcometoissue,suspend,requestfurtherinformationand/orrefusetoissueabuildingconsentorcodecompliancecertificate(withintheirauthority)forcommercial3buildingwork.

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Regulation10(3)(e):Abilitytocommunicatewithinternalandexternalpeople.

Performanceindicators:

15.Communicateswithinternalandexternalcustomers.

16.Canusephone,email,internetandfax.

17.Demonstratesgoodactivelistening,questioningandassertivenessskillsindealingwithday-to-daytasksandresponsibilities.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

9. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. correctlypreparessophisticatedletters,memosandreportsandcheckstheworkofothers

b. isconfidentandhasagoodunderstandingofbuildingrelatedsubjectmatterwhendealingwithcustomersandcolleagues

c. communicateseffectivelywithotherteammembers,consentapplicantsandothermembersofthepublic

d. accuratelyinputwritten/electronicdataoninternalforms,checklists,fieldinspectionrecordsetcandcompletesprescribedformsinaccordancewiththeBuildingFormsRegulations2004

e. hastheabilitytoadministrativelymanagelargeamountsofinformationandresolveproblemsthroughclearandopenlinesofcommunication

f. hastheabilityandnecessaryskilltocommunicateatahighlevelwithbuildingsectorprofessionalsandothertechnicalareaswithintheBCAandTA

g. canaccuratelyinterpretbuildingconsentcorrespondenceincludingpeerreviewreportsandothersupportingevidenceandisabletocompileaccurate,clearandreadablewrittenresponsessuchasrequestsforfurtherinformationornoticestofixetc

h. isabletoclearlyarticulatefindingsandprovidefeedbacktofellowstaffmembers,thepublicandbuildingsectorprofessionals

i. presentsaconvincingandrationalargumentinsupportofdecisionsmade.

Regulation10(3)(f):Abilitytocomplywiththebuildingconsentauthority’spolicies,proceduresandsystems.

Performanceindicators:

18.Observesthebuildingconsentauthority’spolicies,proceduresandsystemsforthistypeofbuildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

10.Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. accuratelyandcarefullyfollowsestablishedproceduresforcompletingworktasks.

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Appendix2:CompetencyAssessorSpecifications

competency assessor specIfIcatIon

Anassessorneedstobeapersontrainedinassessmenttheoryandpracticeandwithappropriatetechnicalbuildingcontrolskills,knowledgeandexpertisetoundertakeanassessment.

Anassessormusthaveappropriateexperienceinthebuildingcontrolsector.

Assessorrequirements:

1. Hasappropriateexperienceinthebuildingcontrolsector.

Guidanceforassessorcandidates:

1. Examplesinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. minimumoffiveyears’experienceinthebuildingcontrolsectorb. isateamleader,manageroraseniorspecialistorseniorconsultantworkinginthe

buildingcontrolsectorc. hascurrentexperienceofmakingregulatorybuildingcontroldecisionsd. hasparticipatedinBCAaccreditationactivitiesandaudits(withinaBCAorfor

InternationalAccreditationNewZealandasatechnicalexpert)e. hasintimateknowledgeandunderstandingoftheBCA’sbuildingcontrolpolicies

andprocedures.

Anassessormusthavecurrentandcomprehensivetechnicalandlegislativeknowledgeandunderstanding.

Assessorrequirements:

2. Keepsuptodateonlegislativeandregulatorychanges.

3. Knowstheirtechnicallimitations,andworkswithinthese.

4. Hascomprehensivetechnicalknowledgeinrelationtoprocessingbuildingconsentapplicationsandinspectingbuildingwork.

5. Hascomprehensivetechnicalknowledgeinrelationtoissuinglegislativeapprovalsandnotices(eg,CCCs,NTF).

6. HasundertakenassessortrainingontheNationalCompetencyAssessmentSystem.

Guidanceforassessorcandidates:

2. Examplesinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. isawareofrelevantandcurrentguidanceprovidedbytheDepartmentofBuildingandHousing

b. providestechnicalleadershipwithinaBCAc. hasundertakenbothbuildingconsentprocessingandinspectionofbuildingworkd. hasissuedlegislativeformsandnoticessuchasnoticestofix,buildingconsents,

codecompliancecertificatese. understandshowtheNationalBCACompetencyAssessmentSystem’scompetency

specificationsworkandwheretheywouldfitf. seeksassistancewhenoutsidetheirlimitations.

Anassessormusthavecredibilityandexperienceinundertakingassessment.

Assessorrequirements:

7. Hascredibilitywithcandidates,peersandmanagement.

8. Hastheskill,knowledge,andabilitytoassessacandidate’sevidenceintheworkplaceusingassessmentguidesandstandards.

Guidanceforassessorcandidates:

3. Examplesinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. isawareofrelevantandcurrentguidanceprovidedbytheDepartmentofBuildingandHousing

b. hasexcellentworkingrelationshipswithpeoplewithintheorganisationandisregardedastechnicallycompetentbypeers

c. hastheabilitytoperformassessmentswithoutbiasorconflictofinterestd. hasundertakencompetencyassessmentsinthepaste. acknowledgestheirowntechnicallimitationsandrecognizeswhenadditionaltechnical

expertiseisrequiredf. canmakeajudgmentwhetherthecandidateiscompetentg. cankeeprecordsandmakesureperformanceindicatorrequirementsarefulfilledh. hasgenuineinterestintrainingandassessment.

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Anassessormusthaveexcellentcommunicationskills.

Assessorrequirements:

9. Communicateswellwithinternalandexternalpeople.

10.Demonstratesgoodactivelistening,questioningandassertivenessskillsindealingwithday-to-daytasksandresponsibilities.

Guidanceforassessorcandidates:

4. Examplesinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. cancommunicatewellwithallinvolvedinassessmentb. appearsconfidentandhasagoodunderstandingofbuildingrelatedsubjectmatter

whendealingwithcandidatesandbuildingsectorprofessionalsc. canclarifyandpresentinformationinasuccinctandmeaningfulmannerd. isabletoconsistentlyproduceaccuratewrittenreportsinrelationtocandidate

assessmente. hasgoodanalyticalskillsandisabletoevaluateevidencef. isabletoclearlyarticulatefindingsandprovidefeedbacktocandidateswhenrequiredg. hasexperienceundertakinginterviewsorassessmentsandrecordedappropriateoutcomes.h. presentsaconvincingandrationalargumentinsupportofdecisionsmadei. isabletoprovideinstructiontopeopleontechnicalmatters(teaching/mentoring).

Wheretheassessordoesnothavetherequiredleveloftechnicalexpertiseinaspecialistareatoassessacandidate’sevidence,theassessorshouldreferthistoanexpertinthatparticulararea.Forexample,anexpertoncommercialplumbinganddrainageaspectsmaybecalledupontoexamineacandidate’splumbinganddrainageevidenceandprovideadvicetotheassessor.

Fortheeffectivenessofthissystem,competencyassessorsmustmeettheassessorrequirementslistedinitems1–10above.ForsomeBCAsthismayrequireoutsourcingassessmentservices/engagingexternalcompetencyassessors.

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Assessment plan 108

Candidate evidence form – processing 112

Candidate evidence form – inspection 114

Skills matrix 116

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Note:ElectronicWordversionsoftheseformsareavailablefromtheDepartment’sConsentAuthorityCapabilityandPerformanceGroup.

Assessmentplan108

Candidateevidenceform:processing112

Candidateevidenceform:inspection114

Skillsmatrix116

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part 1: assessment plan assessor completes this plan and agrees evidence requirements and dates with candidate.

Personalassessmentplanfor:

Assessmenttype:Newcandidate

Reviewofexistingemployee (Note:Ifthisisacompetencyreviewjustnotewhathas changedsincethelastassessment)

TransitionfromanotherBCAsystem

Levelchange

Competencylevelassessed:

Assessmentincludes(tickrelevantarea/s):

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Specialist:………………….…….............................................................................................................................................…………….

Candidate’sworkexperience

Candidate’squalifications

Relevanttrainingcompleted

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Evidencerequired Comments Daterequired

Completedprocessingsheets/plans/specifications/internalaudit/recordsetc.

Quizresults

Trainingcourseevaluation

Copyofqualifications

Completedinspectionrecords

Witnessingofwork

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Specialrequirements(listanycompetencyscopelimitations):

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Agreement:

Assessor: ..........................................................................................................Date:.......................................... (signature)

Candidate: ..........................................................................................................Date:.......................................... (signature)

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Regulation Performanceindicator Performanceindicatorsweremetby:

Regulation10(3)(a):

Understandingthephilosophiesandprinciplesofbuildingdesignandconstruction.

1. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofsections3,4and5oftheBuildingAct2004.

2. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofdesignandconstructiontechniquesandconstructionsequencingforthistypeofbuildingwork.

Regulation10(3)(b):

Understandingandknowledgeofbuildingproductsandmethods.

3. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofproprietarysystemsandbuildingproductsforthistypeofbuildingwork.

4. Demonstratestheabilitytoresearch,analyseandassessbuildingmethodsandproductsassociatedwiththistypeofbuildingwork.

Regulation10(3)(c):

KnowledgeandskillinapplyingtheAct,theBuildingCode,andanyotherapplicableregulationsundertheAct.

5. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeoftheapplicationoftheAct.

6. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeoftherolesandresponsibilitiesofaBCAandTA.

7. ComprehendsandcanapplyknowledgeofthelinkageandinterfacebetweentheResourceManagementAct1991andtheBuildingAct2004.

Regulation10(3)(d)(i):

Abilitytoprocessapplicationsforbuildingconsent.

8. Processbuildingconsentapplications(plansandspecifications)toestablishcompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCodeforthistypeofbuildingwork(buildingrelatedprocessingonly).

9. Demonstratesanunderstandingofthetypeofnationalmultipleusebuildingapprovals(MultiProof)thatfallwithinthescopeofthiscompetencylevel.

10.Processbuildingconsentapplications(plansandspecifications)toestablishcompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCodeforthistypeofbuildingwork(plumbinganddrainagerelatedprocessingonly).

Regulation10(3)(d)(ii):

Abilitytoinspectbuildingwork.

11.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtofoundationtypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforthislevel.

12.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtoprelinetypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforthislevel.

13.InspectbuildingworkrelatingtofinaltypeinspectionstoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(buildingonly)hasbeenachievedforthislevel.

14.InspectbuildingworktoestablishwhethercompliancewiththeNewZealandBuildingCode(plumbinganddrainagerelatedinspectionsonly)hasbeenachievedforthislevel.

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Regulation10(3)(d)(iii):

Abilitytoabilitytocertifybuildingwork.

15.Issueabuildingconsentforthistypeofbuildingwork.

16.Issueacodecompliancecertificateforthistypeofbuildingwork.

Regulation10(3)(e):

Abilitytocommunicatewithinternalandexternalpeople.

17.Communicateswithinternalandexternalpeople.

18.Canusephone,email,internetandfax.

19.Demonstratesgoodactivelistening,questioningandassertivenessskillsindealingwithday-to-daytasksandresponsibilities.

Regulation10(3)(f):

Abilitytocomplywiththebuildingconsentauthority’spolicies,proceduresandsystems.

20.Observesthebuildingconsentauthority’spolicies,proceduresandsystemsforthistypeofbuildingwork.

part 3 : outcome of assessment

Outcomestatement(andconditionsifapplicable):

Agreement:

Assessor: ..........................................................................................................Date:.......................................... (signature)

Candidate: ..........................................................................................................Date:.......................................... (signature)

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natIonal competency assessment system: candIdate evIdence form – processIng to be completed by the candidate.

Candidatename:Date:

Levelofcompetencybeingassessed:

Agreedbuildingconsentnumber/addressofbuildingbeingusedforassessment:

Briefdescriptionofbuildingprojectbeingusedforassessment:

Describeinyourownwordswhatyouconsiderisimportantinrelationtothefollowingaspectsofyourbuildingproject.

2. Site/landthatbuildingisbeingbuilton:

3. Foundations:

4. Structureofthebuildingfromfoundation/slabup:

5. Buildingenvelope(claddings):

6. Firesafety:

7. Services:

8. Interiorfinishes:

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Describeinyourownwordstheareasofthebuildingthatyouconsiderarisk:

Why?

Werethereanyalternativesolutionsusedinthisbuilding?Ifso,pleasedescribeinyourownwordswhattheywereandhowyouassessedthem:

Inyourownwordspleasedescribeanylegislativerequirementsyouneededtoconsiderwhenprocessingthebuildingconsentapplication:

Listwhatfurtherevidenceyouhaveeitherattachedorreferredtointhisform.Note:YoudonotneedtoduplicatedocumentsthatarestoredelsewhereintheBCA’ssystem,butthesedoneedtobereferenced.Documentsthatyoudoattachorreferenceneedtoberelevant.

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Candidatename:Date:

Levelofcompetencybeingassessed:

Agreedbuildingconsentnumber/addressofbuildingbeingassessed:

Whattypeofworkistheinspectionrelatingto(tickrelevantwork)?

Building

Plumbinganddrainage

Whattypeofinspectionisbeingassessed(tickrelevantwork)?

Foundation

Preline

Final

Briefdescriptionofbuildingprojectbeingusedforassessment:

Briefdescriptionofinspectionbeingundertakenforassessment:

Describeinyourownwordswhatyouconsiderisimportantinrelationtothefollowingrelevantaspectsofyourbuildinginspection:

1. Site/landthatbuildingisbeingbuiltoninrelationtotheinspection:

2. Structureanddurabilityinrelationtotheinspection:

3. Buildingenvelope(claddings)inrelationtotheinspection:

4. Firesafetyaspectsofthebuildinginrelationtotheinspection:

5. Servicesandassociatedsystemsinrelationtotheinspection:

6. Interiorfinishesinrelationtotheinspection:

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Describeinyourownwordstheareasofthebuildingyouconsiderariskinrelationtoyourinspection:

Why?

Inyourownwordspleasedescribeanylegislativerequirementsyouneededtoconsiderwheninspectingthisbuildingwork:

Listwhatfurtherevidenceyouhaveeitherattachedorreferredtointhisform.Note:YoudonotneedtoduplicatedocumentsthatarestoredelsewhereintheBCA’ssystem,butthesedoneedtobereferenced.Documentsthatyoudoattachorreferenceneedtoberelevant.

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Appendix4:Residentialandcommercialcategorisationflowcharts

Residentialandcommercialflowchartshavebeendesignedtohelpcategoriseworkforallocationtostaff.Theflowchartsareself-explanatoryandhavebeendesignedforusebytechnicallycompetentadministrationstaff.Whereajobcannotbecategorisedusingtheflowchart,adecisionneedstobemadebasedonthesortofcompetenciesrequiredtoundertakethework.Thedecision,reasonsforthedecisionandtheoutcomeofthedecisionneedtoberecorded.Thiscouldbeassimpleasafilenoteonthebuildingconsentprocessingchecksheet.Copiesoftheflowchartsappearoverthefollowingpages.

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Appendix5:BCApolicyandprocedures

BCAs should cut and paste this policy and procedures (Word version available from the Department) into their documented system to replace their existing competency assessment procedure.

competency assessment of technIcal staff

policy

Itisthepolicyof(nameofBCA)toassessthecompetencyofstaffusingmethodsthatensurereliabledecisionsoncompetenceforthepurposeofensuringthatworkisalwayscarriedoutbyindividualswithappropriateknowledge,understandingandskills,asrequiredbyRegulation10.

Itisthepolicyof(nameofBCA)tousetheNationalBCACompetencyAssessmentSystembecause,inadditiontomeetingtheprecedingpolicystatement,itprovidesnationalconsistency,andportabilityofcompetencyassessmentsbetweenBCAsusingthesystem.

roles and responsibilities

1. BuildingControlManager:

• ToensurethattheBCA’sfunctionsrelatingtoprocessingapplicationsforbuildingconsent,inspectingbuildingworkbeingundertakenandcertifyingbuildingworkisdonebycompetentpeople.

2. Assessor/TechnicalLeader/ClusterGroupCompetencyAssessmentManager:

• Toensurethatcompetencyassessmentoftechnicalstaffisundertakeninarobustandefficientmannerinaccordancewiththispolicyandprocedure.

procedures

1. Plancompetenceassessment2. Gatherevidence3. Assessevidence4. Makedecisionsbasedondocumentedevidence5. Recordcompetencyassessmentoutcomes

TheseproceduresshallbeundertakeninaccordancewiththeassessmentprocessoutlinedintheNationalBCACompetencyassessmentSystem.

references

NATIONALBCACOMPETENCYASSESSMENTSYSTEM:

• ThisisguidanceprovidedbytheDepartmentofBuildingandHousing.

ASSESSORTRAININGMATERIALANDWORKSHOPS:

• TrainingprovidedtopeoplewishingtobecomeassessorsundertheNationalBCACompetencyAssessmentSystem.

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Candidate Information Pack 123

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Contents

IntroductIon 124

system framework 125NationalLevels125Residential1,2and3126Commercial1,2and3127

competency specIfIcatIons 128

assessment process 129

candIdate evIdence 130Candidateevidenceform:processing133Candidateevidenceform:inspection137

candIdate checklIst 141

IntroductIon

ThisdocumenthasbeendevelopedbytheDepartmentofBuildingandHousingtohelpbuildingconsentauthorities(BCAs)inassessingtheirstaff’scompetencetomeetthelegislativerequirementsforcompetencywhenperformingbuildingcontrolfunctions,asrequiredundertheBuilding(AccreditationofBuildingConsentAuthorities)Regulations2006.Thisguidanceisspecificallyprovidedforbuildingofficialsand(administrativestaffwhoperformtechnicalbuildingcontrolfunctions)whoarebeingassessedforcompetenceundertheNationalBCACompetencyAssessmentSystem.33ForthepurposesoftheNationalSystem,abuildingofficialwhoisbeingassessedisreferredtoasa‘candidate’.Underthissystem,the‘assessor’isthepersonwhoisresponsibleforevaluatingandconfirmingacandidate’scompetency.Thisdocumentseekstoprovidecandidateswiththeappropriatelevelofinformationsotheycanpreparesuitableevidenceinsupportoftheircompetence.UnlikehistoricalBCAcompetencysystemmodelsorassessmentmethods,theNationalSystemrequiresthatthecandidateactivelyparticipatesandcontributesthroughoutthecompetencyassessmentprocess.

33TheNationalBCACompetencyAssessmentSystemhasbeendevelopedtosatisfyRegulations9,10and11oftheBuilding(AccreditationofBuildingConsentAuthorities)Regulations2006.ThisCandidateInformationPackisasupplementtotheoverallsystemguide.CandidatesinterestedinareviewingtheNationalSysteminitsentiretyshouldrefertothefollowthislink:http://www.dbh.govt.nz/pub-bca-accreditation

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SystemFramework

Thenationalcompetencyassessmentsystemismadeupofsixcompetencylevelswithperformanceindicatorsandassessorguidanceoninterpretingtheindicators,andasuiteofassessmenttoolsincludingassessmentplans,evidencegatheringtemplates,skillsmatricesforrecordingtheoutcomeofassessments,andcategorisationflowchartstohelpallocatework.

natIonal levels

Thenewnationalcompetencylevelshavebeengroupedintoresidentialandcommercialbuildingwork.Therearethreeresidentiallevelsandthreecommerciallevels.Theheaderblockineachofthetablesoverthefollowingpagesprovidesanoutlineofthegeneralscopeandlimitationsforthebuildingworkineachofthesixlevels.Photosareprovidedtofurtherillustratethetypicaltypesofbuildingscapturedbyeachofthelevels.

Figure1belowillustratesthecompetencysystem’sframework,startingwiththelegislativerequirementsthroughtothetoolsofassessment.

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Residential1

Residentialoutbuildingsandancillarybuildings–asdefinedbytheBuildingRegulations1992.Detacheddwellings(SH)designedtoacommonStandard(eg,NZS3604,NZS4229)thataresinglestoreyandhaveanE2/AS1riskmatrixscorelessthanorequalto6.

SimpleonestoreyresidentialdwellingwithanE2/AS1riskscoreof3

SimpleonestoreyresidentialdwellingwithanE2/AS1riskscoreof6

SimpleonestoreyresidentialdwellingwithanE2/AS1riskscoreof4

Residential2

Detacheddwellings(SH)designedtoacommonStandard(eg,NZS3604,NZS4229)thatarelessthanorequaltotwostoreysandhaveanE2/AS1riskmatrixscorelessthanorequalto12.

Twostorey(SH)residentialdwellingwithanE2/AS1riskscoreof9

Twostorey(SH)residentialdwellingwithanE2/AS1riskscoreof12

Twostorey(SH)residentialdwellingwithanE2/AS1riskscoreof11(decknotoverlivingarea)

Residential3

Detacheddwellings(SH)orotherdwellings(SR)thatarelessthanorequaltothreestoreysbutlimitedtoverticalplanefireseparationanddirectegresstotheoutside.E2/AS1riskmatrixscoreof13–20.34

Twostorey(SR)residentialdwellingwithanE2/AS1riskscoreof17(verticalplanefireseparationonly)

Threestorey(SH)residentialdwellingwithanE2/AS1riskscoreof19

Threestorey(SR)residentialdwellingwithanE2/AS1riskscoreof15(verticalplanefireseparationonly)

34Thislevelalsoincludesspecificallydesignedresidentialcladdingsystems,components,detailingandjunctionsandwhereariskmatrixscoreofgreaterthan20hasbeencalculated.

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Commercial1

Commercial,industrialandcommunalnon-residentialbuildingsandtheirassociatedoutbuildingsandancillarybuildingsequaltoorlessthantwostoreysandanoccupancyloadofequaltoorlessthan100peopleorSRorSAresidentialbuildingsuptotwostoreysandwithhorizontalfireseparation.

Onestoreycommercialbuildingwithlessthan100occupants

Onestoreycommercialbuildingwithlessthan100occupants

Twostoreymotelwithlessthan100occupants

Commercial2

Commercial,industrial,communalresidentialandcommunalnon-residentialbuildingsequaltoorlessthanfourstoreyandanoccupancyloadofequaltoorlessthan500peopleorSCorSDthataresinglestorey.

Twostoreymovietheatrewithlessthan500occupants

Fourstoreycommercialbuildingwithlessthan500occupants

Fourstoreycommercialbuildingwithmixed-use(SR)and(CL)

Commercial3

Allusesofbuildingsthatareoverfourstoreyshigh,orcontainover500occupantsorSCorSDgreaterthansinglestorey.

High-risebuildinginexcessoffourstoreys High-risebuildinginexcessoffourstoreysandwithmorethan500occupants

Commercial/publicbuildinginexcessoffourstoreysandwithmorethan500occupants

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Competencyspecifications

ThecompetencyspecificationsusedintheNationalBCACompetencyAssessmentSystemhavebeendevelopedtoprovidetheassessorandcandidatewithadetailedspecificationofknowledgeandskillsthatarerequiredforapersontobecompetentataparticularlevel.

Therearesixcompetencyspecifications,oneforeachofthenewnationalcompetencylevels(Residential1–3andCommercial1–3).

Figure2belowshowshowcompetencyspecificationsarestructuredandwhatareasofknowledgeareconsideredmandatory.

Thecandidateshouldfamiliarisethemselveswiththeperformanceindicatorsandassessorguidancecontainedintheirrelevantcompetencyspecifications.Yourassessorshouldprovideyouwiththecompetencyspecificationsthatrelatetothelevel(s)youarebeingassessedagainstwiththisinformationpack,alternativelyyoucanviewtheapplicablecompetencylevelsonlineontheDepartment’swebsiteat:http://www.dbh.govt.nz/pub-bca-accreditation

Theperformanceindicatorsandassessorandcandidateguidanceforinspectionshavebeengroupedaroundthegenericinspectionareasoffoundation,prelineandfinal.Theterms‘foundation’,‘preline’and‘final’havebeenusedtogroupinspectionsthatBCAscommonlyundertake.Whenprovidingevidence,candidatesshouldchoosemoretechnicalinspectionsthatfallwithinthegroupsof‘foundations’,‘preline’or‘final’.TablesthatshowyourBCA’sinspectionsshouldbeavailablefromyourassessor.

fIgure 2

competency – resIdentIal 1

OutbuildingsandancillarybuildingsasdefinedbytheBuildingRegulations1992astheyapplytoResidential.Detacheddwellings(SH)designedtoacommonStandard(eg,NZS3604,NZS4229)thataresinglestoreyandhaveanE2/AS1riskmatrixscorelessthanorequalto6.

Regulation10(3)(a):4

Understandingthephilosophiesandprinciplesofbuildingdesignandconstruction.

Performanceindicators:

1. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofsections3,4and5oftheBuildingAct2004.

2. Comprehendsandhassatisfactoryknowledgeofdesignandconstructiontechniquesandconstructionsequencingforthistypeofbuildingwork.

Guidanceforassessorsandcandidates:

1. Knowledgeareasmayinclude,butarenotlimitedto:

a. thepurposeoftheBuildingAct2004(theAct)

b. TA’sfunctions,dutiesandpowersundertheAct,particularlyastheyrelatetohouseholdunits

c. candiscussthehierarchyofNewZealandbuildinglegislationandthevariouscompliancepathsprovidedforundertheAct

d. candiscussbuildingdesign,constructiontechniquesandsequencingofbuildingworkasitrelatestothiscompetencylevel.

NotethisinformationiscoveredinSections2.1,2.2,2.3,3.0,3.1,3.2,3.3,3.5,3.6and3.7ofthePrefacetotheBuildingCodeHandbook.

Ineachcompetencyspecificationthissegmentprovidesadescriptionofthebuildingtypeandscope,andplacesspecificlimitationsonthetypesofbuildingworkthatcanbeprocessedorinspectedforthislevel.

ThissegmentoutlineswhichspecificregulationoftheBuilding(AccreditationofBuildingConsentAuthorities)Regulations2006arebeingassessed.

Thesearemandatoryrequirementswhichmustbeachievedtodemonstratecompetence.

Thissectionprovidesguidanceandsubjectmatterforassessorsandcandidatestoconsider.Itisnotintendedtobeexhaustive,butprovidesforthecorerangeofknowledgeineachcompetencylevel.

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Assessmentprocess

fIve step process to usIng the assessment system

Candidateinput

Candidatemeetswithassessorandgainsagreementon:

• competencylevel(s)tobeassessed

• evidencerequiredtoundertakeformalassessmentofcompetence

• methodofassessment

Note:refertopages130–131ofthisguideforthetypesofevidenceyoumaywishtosubmitinordertodemonstrateyourcompetence.

Candidategathersagreedevidencewithintimeframestipulatedinstep1.

Candidateattendsassessmentandisassessed.

Noactionrequiredbycandidate.

Candidateagreeswithoutcomefromtheassessorandsignspart3oftheassessmentplan.

Ifcandidatedoesnotagreeoutcomeofassessment:

• seekclarification• requestreviewof

assessment.

Assessorplansanddocumentsassessmentusingassessmentplan

Evidencemayinclude:

•completedandassessedtraining• relevantqualifications• relevantworkexperience• recordsfrominternalaudits• witnessingofindividual’swork

Evidencemayinclude:

•completedandassessedtraining• relevantqualifications• relevantworkexperience• recordsfrominternalaudits• witnessingofindividual’swork

Evidencemayinclude:

•completedandassessedtraining• relevantqualifications• relevantworkexperience• recordsfrominternalaudits• witnessingofindividual’swork

Assessormeetswithcandidateandagreestotheevidence

tobecollectedandtheassessmentplan

Candidatecompletescandidateevidenceformandgathers

supportingevidence

Candidateshouldhaveclearunderstandingofthe

evidencerequirementsfromtheassessmentplanandthecompetencyspecificationstothelevelbeingassessed

Assessorreviewevidenceprovidedbythecandidateand

decideswhetheraprofessionalconversationisrequired

Assessmentdecisionsarerecordedinpart2of

assessmentplan.Thesecanincludereferencestobuilding

consent,documentation,procedures,internalauditsorotherinformationused

forassessments

1

ASSESSMENTPLANNINGAND

AGREEMENT

Outcomeofassessmentisrecordedinpart3of

theassessmentplanandifrequiredtheorganisation’s

skillsmatrixisupdated

2

EVIDENCEOBTAINEDBYCANDIDATE

3

ASSESSMENTUNDERTAKEN

4

ASSESSMENTDECISIONS

MADE

5

OUTCOMEOFASSESSMENT

RECORDED

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Candidateevidence

Thepurposeofthispartofthedocumentistohelpyouidentifyandprovideevidencetodemonstrateyourcompetence.Yourassessorshouldscheduleatimewithyoutomeetanddiscusstheassessmentprocess(refertostep1onpage129).

Arangeofevidencecanbeusedtodemonstratecompetency.Thetablebelowprovidesexamplesofevidencetypeswhichmaybeused.

source of evIdence guIdance notes – possIble examples that could be used to help assess competency

Self-assessmentagainstcompetencyspecification

• Self-assessmentbytheemployeeagainstthecompetenciestobeassessed• Employeerecogniseswhenworkisoutsidetheirability• Employeerecogniseswhenpeerreviewisrequired• Employeeidentifiesstrengths,knowledgeandskillsgaps• Employeeidentifiestrainingneeds

Workexperienceandexamplesofcompletedwork

• Overviewofworkhistoryandrelevantexperienceinthebuildingindustry• Buildingconsentdocumentationtheemployeehasprocessedandapprovedorrejected• Inspectionsundertakenbytheemployee,includingtheirinspectionrecords,lettersorreports

written,noticestheyhaveissued,follow-upactionstaken• Complianceschedules–reviewofcompliancescheduleassessmentsandidentification

ofinspection,maintenanceandreportingprocedures• Codecompliancecertificatesissued–checklistscompletedandanyothermaterialsupporting

thedecisionstheemployeehasmade(eg,photos)• Otherwrittendocumentationorreportstheyhaveauthored(includingletterstostakeholders,

internalmemos,noticestofix,trainingorpublishedarticles)

Writtenstatementsorreferencesfrompeersortechnicallyskilledobservers

• Thiscouldincludestatementsfromindividualswithproventechnicalskillsandexpertise,suchasmanagers,teamleaders,engineersorotherprofessionalcolleagueswhoareeitherinternalorexternaltotheorganisation.Thesestatementsshouldconfirmthattheyhaveobservedtheemployee’sworkdirectly

• Suchreferencesorstatementsshouldnotethedatesandtimeperiodinquestion,thecapabilityandprofessionalcapacityoftheobserver,thecontextoftheworkinquestion,andanyotherrelevantinformation

Directobservationorshadowingoftheemployeeonthejob

• Casualdailymonitoringofemployee’sperformance• Howtheemployeeperformsduringsitevisits,vettingapplications,processingbuilding

consents,carryingoutfieldinspections,issuingcodecompliancecertificatesornoticestofixandperformingadministrativetasks.

• Howtheemployeecommunicateswithstakeholders(verbalandwritten)• Howtheemployeehandlesanyinstancesordeviationsfromtheapprovedplansandfollows

uponoutstandingissues• Internalauditsandtheirresults

Organisationalrecords • Previouscompetencyassessmentsandperformancereviewsthatconsiderthekeycompetenciesoftheemployee

• Trainingandcontinuingprofessionaldevelopmentrecords• Anycomplimentsorpositivefeedbackreceivedfromthestakeholders• Recordsofanycomplaintsmadeagainsttheemployeeinquestionandtheoutcomes

ofanyinvestigationsarisingfromthese

Evidenceofsuccessfulcompletionofcoursesthatincludeprojectsorcompetency-basedassessment

• Technicalcourses(eg,fire,accessibility,weathertightnesscompliance)• Buildingcontrolscourses(eg,BRANZ,BOINZ,DBH)• Inductiontraining• Informationtechnologytrainingandcourses• Traininginqualityassurancesystemsandauditing

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Shortcourses

• DBH,BRANZLtd,StandardsNewZealandorBOINZseminarsandcourses• Buildingconsentauthorityinductionorin-housetrainingcourses• Manufacturers’ortradedemonstrations• In-housetrainingonspecificareassuchasbuildingterminology,legislation,NZS3604• TraininginuseoftheBCA‘ssystemsandprocessesandequipment(eg,computertraining,

traininginuseofmoisturemeter,digitalcamera,accreditation-relatedtraining)

Qualificationsthatmayhaverelevancetobuildingcontrol

Thefollowingqualificationsandcoursesmayalsoberelevantinsupportingacompetencyassessment.

BachelorDegrees

• Architecture• Engineering(mechanical,civil,structural,fire,geotechnical,etc)• EnvironmentalScience/health• BuildingScience/buildingtechnology• Constructionmanagement• QuantitySurveying

Diplomasandcertificates

• Nationaldiplomainbuildingcontrolsurveying(mediumandlargebuildings)• Nationaldiplomainbuildingcontrolsurveying(smallbuildings)• Nationaldiplomasinarchitecturaldesign,quantitysurveying,etc• NewZealandCertificateinBuilding,NewZealandCertificateinDrafting,NewZealand

CertificateinEngineering(thesewerereplacedbytheNewZealandQualificationsAuthorityandregisterednationaldiplomasdescribedabove)

• Constructionmanagement(Unitec,WelTec,etc)• Trade,advancedtradeincarpentry• NationalCertificateinCarpentry

Factorstoconsiderwhenassessingtherelevanceofqualificationsandcourses

• Whenitwascompleted• Whatfurthertrainingtheindividualhasdonetostaycurrentintheirareaofexpertise• Whethertheindustryandknowledgerequirementshavechangedsincethequalification

wasobtainedand,ifso,whetherthequalificationortrainingisrelevantintoday’senvironment

Whattypeofcourseitwas,ensuringthatitinvolvedanassessmentortest(eg,exam,completionofaprojectorproductionofanoutput)

Othermaterialtheyhaveproduced

• Papersdevelopedandpresentedatindustryworkshops,conferencesorseminars• Papersdevelopedfortrainingpurposes• Checklistsorproceduresdeveloped• Articleswrittenorpublished

Professionalandindustryaffiliations

• Voluntarymemberships(eg,BOINZ,RegisteredMasterBuilders,CertifiedBuildersAssociation,NewZealandInstituteofRegisteredBuildingSurveyors)

• Industryparticipation(committeemember,officeholder,attendingconferences,etc)• Attendingconferencesortradeshows

TheassessmentprocessdescribedintheNationalBCACompetencyAssessmentSystemisacollaborativeprocessbetweenthecandidateandtheassessor.Previously,competencyassessmenttendedtobeaprocessthatwas‘doneto’acandidateratherthanthecandidateworkingwiththeassessortoestablishtheircompetence.

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TheNationalBCACompetencyAssessmentSystemhasprovidedmorefocusonthecandidatethanpreviouscompetencyassessmentsystems,whichrequiresthecandidateto:

• familiarisethemselveswiththecompetencyspecificationsandhowtomeettheperformanceindicatorsforeachlevelapplicabletothem

• keeppersonalrecordsofinterestingprojects,unusualsituations,workedexamplesandtheirrecordedoutcomessothatthecandidatecanusethemtosupporttheircompetencyassessment

• makedecisionsandagreementswiththeassessoronwhatwillbesuppliedforthecandidate’sassessmentofcompetency

• physicallyobtain,recordandpresenttheevidenceofcompetencetotheassessor• takegreaterresponsibilityfordrivingandcontributingtothecompetencyassessment.

TheNationalBCACompetencyAssessmentSystemalsoacknowledgesthatcandidateshavedifferingstrengthsandweaknesseswhenitcomestopresentingevidenceofcompetence;forexample,someprocessingstafftendtobemorecomfortableatprovidingwrittenreports/casestudies/portfoliosofworkwhereassomeinspectionstafftendtobemorepracticalandprefertoshowandtell(forexample,accompanyinganinspectoronsiteandhavingadiscussionwhilehe/sheundertakesinspections).

Thepurposeofthecandidateevidenceformistohelpthecandidaterecordinformationinawaythatisusefultothemandtheassessor.Theformcontainsaseriesofpromptsandquestionstoassistthecandidate.Thecandidateevidenceformsaretobefilledoutbythecandidateandshouldincluderelevantsupportinginformation/evidencethattheybelievehelpsthemdemonstratecompetence.Ifthecandidatefeelsthatheorshecannotexpressthemselveswellinwritingtheyshouldbepreparedtohaveaprofessionalconversationabouttheiragreedbuildingprojectsontheaspectshighlightedinthisform.Candidatesshouldalsosupplyrelevantplans,specifications,photosinspectionrecordsetc.andtalktothese.Theassessormayalsowishtoaccompanyandobserveacandidatewhiletheyundertaketheirwork.Thisiscalledwitnessingorobservationandisapowerfulwayofestablishingcompetence.

Evidenceformtemplateshavebeendevelopedforprocessingandinspectionsforresidentialandcommercialwork.Itisimportanttonotethatthecandidateevidenceformsaredesignedtoextractthe‘bigticket’ormajorcompliancedecisions35acandidateconsidersduringtheirprocessingofplansandspecificationsand/orthecandidateskeyinspectiondecisions.Itisnotintendedtobeanexhaustivelistthatitemiseshowbuildingcompliancehasbeenachievedforeverything;ratheritisintendedtoextractthemostsignificantbuildingcomplianceconsiderationsofaparticularproject.Forthisreasonitisimportanttoidentifyandagreeonprojectsthatwillbestdemonstrateyourcompetenceatitsupperlevel.

Itisenvisagedacandidatewillkeeparecordofinteresting/technicallycomplexprojectsthattheyhaveworkedon,projectswhichcanbeusedlatertodemonstratetheircompetence.Candidatesmaychoosetocompleteacandidateevidenceformwhiletheyareactivelyprocessingorinspectingbuildingwork.Thisisviewedasanoptimumtimetorecordsuchevidenceasitiswhentechnicalevaluationisbeingundertakenanditisfreshinthecandidate’smind.

Workedexamplesofcompletedinspectionandprocessingcandidateevidenceformsforcommercial2typebuildingworkareprovidedonthefollowingpagestohelpillustratehowthispartoftheprocessshouldwork.(Note:templatesofthecandidateevidenceformsareavailableat:http://www.dbh.govt.nz/pub-bca-accreditation)AdditionalworkedexamplesarealsoavailableintheNationalBCACompetencyAssessmentSystemGuide,andcanalsobeaccessedonthiswebsite.

35InspectionrecordsandprocessingchecklistscanbeappendedtothecandidateevidenceformtodemonstratetheBCO’sassessmentofthosecompliancemattersnotcoveredspecificallyinthecandidateevidenceform(eg,CodeclauseslikeF4,F5,G7,G8,H1etc)wheretheseaspectsarenotconsideredtobesomeofthemajorcomplianceconsiderations.

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Candidatename:Mr Richter ScaleDate:22.04.2010

Levelofcompetencybeingassessed:Commercial 2

Agreedbuildingconsentnumber/addressofbuildingbeingusedforassessment:

BC 123/20108 Seismic Close

brief description of building project being used for assessment:

TheBuilding

The building consists of a single storey portal-framed structure that is founded on a reinforced concrete foundation. Lower level external walls consist of pre-cast concrete panels to a height of 2.5 metres with long-run profi led metal sheet cladding fi xed to steel framing above. Offi ce areas are clad with fi bre cement-based sheet on a drained cavity. The roof is clad with long-run metal sheet. The roof design incorporates a small building-plant area, which will house the building’s air-conditioning system. Internally the building is divided into two large open retail spaces, a warehouse with goods stacked in proprietary racking systems (higher than 3 metres) and a drive-through timber yard area. Two small mezzanine areas are provided for staff offi ces, bathrooms, lunch and meeting rooms.

Buildingparticulars

Building use: Commercial, crowd activity (CM)- crowd mediumOccupancy: 250 people Highest fi re hazard category (FHC): 4 Square metres: 950m2

Specifiedsystems

The applicant listed the following specifi ed systems on the form 2 building consent application:

• Automatic sprinkler system• Emergency warning system • Emergency lighting system• Mechanical ventilation (air-conditioning) • Backfl ow prevention• Means of escape (fi nal exits, fi re separations and signage)

describe in your own words what you consider is important in relation to the following aspects of your building project.

8.Site/landthatbuildingisbeingbuilton:

The site includes the following special features.

a. GIS mapping indicates the site is located within a specifi c design wind zone. The design engineer confi rmed this view by calculating the site’s wind speed to be 56 m/sec (designated specifi c engineered design (SED)). Structural design, loading calculations and material selection have all taken the sites relative wind loading into consideration.

b. The geotechnical report has identifi ed the site as generally having good ultimate soil bearing capacity; however a small portion of poor quality soil has been identifi ed at the southeastern end of the site. This localised area of poor ground requires specifi c strengthening attention to ensure the building platform can support the load-path from the super structure; consequently a condition has been added to the building consent under section 90 of the Building Act 2004 for third party verifi cation (PS4 monitoring) of this building work as we do not have the specifi c in-house competency to undertake such monitoring or soil testing. The design engineer responsible for observation work is well known to the BCA and is a practising CPEng.

c. The site is rural and is in zone 2 as defi ned in NZ S 3604:1999, indicating building elements are unlikely to be affected by accelerated atmospheric corrosion from wind blown salt laden air and the like.

d. The site has no easements, encumbrances, consent notices etc listed on the certifi cate of title. So no specifi c limitations/design modifi cations are necessary in this regard. Council records also indicate that the site does not have any land related issues such as hazards, contamination or heritage status etc.

e. A surveyor has been involved in defi ning the allotment’s boundaries, so boundary clearances etc should be relatively easy to establish on site.

EXAMPLEThe applicant listed the following specifi ed systems on the form 2 building consent application:

EXAMPLEThe applicant listed the following specifi ed systems on the form 2 building consent application:

Mechanical ventilation (air-conditioning) EXAMPLE Mechanical ventilation (air-conditioning)

Means of escape (fi nal exits, fi re separations and signage)EXAMPLE

Means of escape (fi nal exits, fi re separations and signage)

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9. Foundations:

Basis for design: AS/NZ S 1170:2002, B1/VM1 and B1/VM4

The building’s foundation is fully engineered and will be monitored at specifi ed times during construction (some specifi c soil testing is required to confi rm design assumptions made regarding poor soil quality at the southeastern end of the site).

The slabs’ DPM is well detailed on plan and within the specifi cation and meets the E2 performance requirements.

Perimeter pre-cast concrete panels are to be welded to base plates that are to be tied into the slab.

Other aspects of the foundation design were considered standard for this type of building work eg concrete strength, ground clearances, shrinkage control joist, steel size, steel cover and lap, DPM etc.

Some services are to be run within the slab, but this is covered in item 6 below.

10.Structureofthebuildingfromfoundation/slabup:

Basis for design: AS/NZ S 1170:2002, B1/VM1

The building’s structural frame/skeleton consists of steel portals and steel horizontal girts that are clad with long-run metal sheet cladding. Pre-cast panels extend 2.5 metres above fl oor level around the perimeter of the slab.

Plans and specifi cations for the project indicate the building structure (roof) is to support the weight of some large air-conditioning units. The air-conditioning units do not feature in any of the design engineer’s sketches and it is unclear if she is aware of the additional super-imposed load associated with these units (a phone call was made to the engineer to confi rm that the design had accounted for the additional loading imposed by these units). The engineer confi rms these units were not included on the plan version she was provided with. As a result the roof loading is recalculated and the units are moved to a more suitable location (amended plans were requested and provided). Fixing details were also requested for securing the units through the roof cladding in order to satisfy clause E2.

11.Buildingenvelope(claddings):

Basis for design: E2/VM1 and E2/AS1 modifi ed and used as an alternative solution for Building Code compliance.

The building is outside the scope and limitations of E2/AS1; however the designer has chosen to use some design principles and fi gures within the Acceptable Solution to prove compliance with clause E2. Given that the site is located in an SED wind zone and the designer has provided junction details that were unconventional it was decided to get the design peer-reviewed by an independent expert. The design was peer-reviewed by a recognised weathertightness expert who confi rms that the building meets clause E.2.3.2. The designer also provides in-service history of a similar building design that is subject to the equivalent wind pressure. A combination of in-service history and expert opinion confi rms the design meets clause E2 of the NZ BC on reasonable grounds.

12.Firesafety:

Basis for design: C/AS1

Active systems included: Basis for compliance

Automatic sprinkler system NZ S 4541:2007

Emergency warning system F7/AS1 NZ S 4512:2003

Emergency lighting system F6/AS1 AS/NZ S 2293:1995

Passive systems included:

Means of escape (fi nal exits, fi re separations and signage) C/AS1

The building is located at least 20 metres away from any boundaries and no other buildings are in close proximity, so spread of fi re beyond the building is unlikely.

The applicant provided a fi re report that used the Compliance Documents Acceptable Solution C/AS1 to illustrate compliance with the NZ BC. In line with our BCA’s policies and procedures our lead technical person for the C-Docs (John de-blaze) peer-reviewed the fi re report and associated plans. The internal review confi rmed my fi ndings and agreed the documents met the requirements of C/AS1 and the NZBC.

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLEadditional super-imposed load associated with these units (a phone call was made to the engineer to confi rm that the design had

EXAMPLEadditional super-imposed load associated with these units (a phone call was made to the engineer to confi rm that the design had accounted for the additional loading imposed by these units). The engineer confi rms these units were not included on the plan

EXAMPLEaccounted for the additional loading imposed by these units). The engineer confi rms these units were not included on the plan version she was provided with. As a result the roof loading is recalculated and the units are moved to a more suitable location

EXAMPLEversion she was provided with. As a result the roof loading is recalculated and the units are moved to a more suitable location (amended plans were requested and provided). Fixing details were also requested for securing the units through the roof cladding

EXAMPLE(amended plans were requested and provided). Fixing details were also requested for securing the units through the roof cladding

Basis for design: E2/VM1 and E2/AS1 modifi ed and used as an alternative solution for Building Code compliance.

EXAMPLEBasis for design: E2/VM1 and E2/AS1 modifi ed and used as an alternative solution for Building Code compliance.

The building is outside the scope and limitations of E2/AS1; however the designer has chosen to use some design principles and fi gures

EXAMPLEThe building is outside the scope and limitations of E2/AS1; however the designer has chosen to use some design principles and fi gures

EXAMPLE

within the Acceptable Solution to prove compliance with clause E2. Given that the site is located in an SED wind zone and the designer EXAMPLE

within the Acceptable Solution to prove compliance with clause E2. Given that the site is located in an SED wind zone and the designer has provided junction details that were unconventional it was decided to get the design peer-reviewed by an independent expert. EXAMPLE

has provided junction details that were unconventional it was decided to get the design peer-reviewed by an independent expert. The design was peer-reviewed by a recognised weathertightness expert who confi rms that the building meets clause E.2.3.2.

EXAMPLE

The design was peer-reviewed by a recognised weathertightness expert who confi rms that the building meets clause E.2.3.2.

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13.Services:

General All services penetrations were checked to have adequate protection (eg fi re collars, structural support, not compromising sound rated walls etc).

P&DDrainage and plumbing services for clauses (E1, G1, G2, G10, G12 and G13) were assessed by the BCA’s technical person (S Bend). A small issue was identifi ed regarding pipe falls for sanitary services in the slab (pipe falls within the slab were not adequately detailed on plan). S Bend contacted the designer and the appropriate falls were entered on the relevant drawings. Other P and D matters were found to comply with NZ BC.

Prescribed gas and electrical workCovered by an energy work certifi cate (providing a copy of these certifi cates is a condition of the building consent).

Specifi ed systemsIn accordance with section 7 of the Building Act the designer provided a list of the specifi ed systems to be installed in the building and the proposed procedures for inspection and maintenance of those systems. A schematic plan was also appended to this information to help with on site inspection and system identifi cation purposes.

Third-party commissioning certifi cates are required for the installation of the alarm and sprinkler systems (providing this verifi cation/certifi cation were made on condition of the issued building consent).

14.Interiorfinishes:

Spread of fi reFire resistance ratings and surface fi nishes were assessed and peer-reviewed as part of the fi re safety assessment. These items were found to meet the NZ BC.

Slip resistance The designer elected to use materials that met the slip resistance requirements detailed in D1/AS1 (eg, friction coeffi cient of not less than 0.4).

MoistureWet area fl oor and wall services were well detailed within the design documents and generally used E3/AS1 as means of compliance, albeit with a few minor alternative solutions (the design of a level access accessible shower was deemed beyond the scope of the acceptable solution as it used a sheet membrane on fl oor and wall surfaces; however, the design was found to be well detailed and deemed to meet the requirements of E3).

Describeinyourownwordstheareasofthebuildingthatyouconsiderarisk:

• Foundation – the geotechnical report identifi ed areas where poor soil quality was present.• Structural – building plant located on roof (air-conditioning units) • Building envelope – potential for water ingress and alternative solution offered as a means of compliance • Services – penetrations through fi re rated walls, specifi ed systems – correct design standards and inspection and maintenance

requirements. Pipe services in slab did identify falls/gradient.

Why?:

• Foundation – potential for localised building failure due to poor ground conditions. • Structural – potential for building failure due to an unsupported point-load that was not addressed during the design phase.• Building envelope alternative solution offered by applicant was viewed as potential area of weathertightness risk (peer-review requested

to support proposed design).• Services – penetrations through fi re walls create the potential to compromise fi re resistance.

EXAMPLEFire resistance ratings and surface fi nishes were assessed and peer-reviewed as part of the fi re safety assessment. These items were found

EXAMPLEFire resistance ratings and surface fi nishes were assessed and peer-reviewed as part of the fi re safety assessment. These items were found

The designer elected to use materials that met the slip resistance requirements detailed in D1/AS1 (eg, friction coeffi cient of not

EXAMPLEThe designer elected to use materials that met the slip resistance requirements detailed in D1/AS1 (eg, friction coeffi cient of not

Wet area fl oor and wall services were well detailed within the design documents and generally used E3/AS1 as means of compliance, EXAMPLEWet area fl oor and wall services were well detailed within the design documents and generally used E3/AS1 as means of compliance, EXAMPLE

albeit with a few minor alternative solutions (the design of a level access accessible shower was deemed beyond the scope of the acceptable EXAMPLE

albeit with a few minor alternative solutions (the design of a level access accessible shower was deemed beyond the scope of the acceptable solution as it used a sheet membrane on fl oor and wall surfaces; however, the design was found to be well detailed and deemed to meet EXAMPLE

solution as it used a sheet membrane on fl oor and wall surfaces; however, the design was found to be well detailed and deemed to meet

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Werethereanyalternativesolutionsusedinthisbuilding?Ifso,pleasedescribeinyourownwordswhattheywereandhowyouassessedthem:

E2: Cladding system. Use of expert opinion and in-service history of a similar product or building method confi rmed compliance with NZBC.

E3: Accessible shower. Design outside the scope of E3/AS1, but the designer included supporting evidence and testing of product/method used. The shower was assessed against E3’s requirements and was deemed to meet the Building Code.

Inyourownwords,pleasedescribeanylegislativerequirementsyouneededtoconsiderwhenprocessingthebuildingconsentapplication:

• The Building Act 2004, in particular– Sections 17 – all work must comply with NZ BC, 19 – different methods of meeting the NZ BC (eg, Compliance Documents,

product certs, determination etc), 46-51 – processing a building consent, statutory timeframes, NZ FS requirements (is defi ned as relevant building in section 21A of Fire Services Act 1975). 100-105 – compliance schedule considerations as specifi ed systems are being installed as part of the proposed building work. 118 – access and facilities for people with disabilities as the building falls within Schedule 2 of the Building Act 2004

• The Building Regulations, in particular – The Building Regulations 1992 (Schedule 1 the Building Code)– Building (Forms) Regulations 2004

Listwhatfurtherevidenceyouhaveeitherattachedorreferredtointhisform.Note:YoudonotneedtoduplicatedocumentsthatarestoredelsewhereintheBCA’ssystem,butthesedoneedtobereferenced.Documentsthatyoudoattachorreferenceneedtoberelevant.

Building Consent BC 123/2010• Building consent BC 123/2010 plans and specifi cations, particularly:

− Records of conversation with engineer about extra roof loading− Requests for further information− Fire report− Alternative solution cladding (details A04, A06,A020 and pages 57–68 of the specifi cations)− Accessible shower details (page A05 and specifi cation pages 72–73)

• Alternative solution processing sheet (cladding and accessible shower)• Producer statement acceptance records

EXAMPLENote:YoudonotneedtoduplicatedocumentsthatarestoredelsewhereintheBCA’ssystem,butthesedoneedtobe

EXAMPLENote:YoudonotneedtoduplicatedocumentsthatarestoredelsewhereintheBCA’ssystem,butthesedoneedtobe

Building consent BC 123/2010 plans and specifi cations, particularly:

EXAMPLEBuilding consent BC 123/2010 plans and specifi cations, particularly:Records of conversation with engineer about extra roof loading

EXAMPLERecords of conversation with engineer about extra roof loading

Alternative solution cladding (details A04, A06,A020 and pages 57–68 of the specifi cations)

EXAMPLEAlternative solution cladding (details A04, A06,A020 and pages 57–68 of the specifi cations)Accessible shower details (page A05 and specifi cation pages 72–73)

EXAMPLEAccessible shower details (page A05 and specifi cation pages 72–73)

Alternative solution processing sheet (cladding and accessible shower)EXAMPLEAlternative solution processing sheet (cladding and accessible shower)EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

Producer statement acceptance recordsEXAMPLE

Producer statement acceptance records

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Candidatename:Mr Richter ScaleDate:17.05.2010

Levelofcompetencybeingassessed:Commercial 2

Agreedbuildingconsentnumber/addressofbuildingbeingassessed:

BC 123/20108 Seismic Close

Whattypeofworkistheinspectionrelatingto(tickrelevantwork)?

Building

Plumbinganddrainage

Whattypeofinspectionisbeingassessed(tickrelevantwork)?

Foundation

Preline

Final

Briefdescriptionofbuildingprojectbeingusedforassessment:

The building consists of a single-storey, portal-framed structure that is founded on a reinforced concrete foundation. Lower level external walls consist of pre-cast concrete panels to a height of 2.5 metres with long-run profi led metal sheet cladding fi xed to steel framing above. Offi ce areas are clad with fi bre cement-based sheet on a drained cavity. The roof is clad with long-run metal sheet. The roof design incorporates a small building-plant area, which will house the building’s air-conditioning system. Internally the building is divided into two large open retail spaces, a warehouse with goods stacked in proprietary racking systems (higher than 3 metres) and a drive-through timber yard area. Two small mezzanine areas are provided for staff offi ces, bathrooms, lunch and meeting rooms.

Buildingparticulars

Building use: Commercial, crowd activity (CM) – crowd mediumOccupancy: 250 peopleHighest fi re hazard category (FHC): 4 Square meterage: 950m2

Briefdescriptionofinspectionbeingundertakenforassessment:

Final inspection for commercial level 2 type building work.

Objective: ensuring the building work has been carried out in accordance with building consent – plans and specifi cations and any amendments, minor variations undertaken during the project and meets the NZ BC requirements.

A review of the consent fi le was undertaken before visiting the site to familiarise myself with the status of the project and identify if there were any outstanding compliance matters.

The project manager responsible for managing the development asked that he be present during the inspection. This was agreed to as it was felt it would be benefi cial should any queries arise about technical matters.

A separate fi nal inspection covering P&D compliance is to be undertaken.

Describeinyourownwordswhatyouconsiderisimportantinrelationtothefollowingrelevantaspectsofyourbuildinginspection:

7. Site/landthatbuildingisbeingbuiltoninrelationtotheinspection:

• As the site is located in a specifi c design wind zone (subject to higher than normal wind pressures) and has some unconventional cladding design details have been used. I will place particular emphasis on inspecting these aspects as it is important to ensure the building’s external envelope has been completed in accordance with plans and specifi cations.

• The site’s geotechnical report identifi ed specifi c requirements for certain areas of the site. As a consequence the project manager has agreed to provide copies of the engineer’s inspection notes and a (PS4) to confi rm the building work undertaken meets the Building Code (means of compliance: Verifi cation Methods cited in the Compliance Document for B1).

EXAMPLEThe roof design incorporates a small building-plant area, which will house the building’s air-conditioning system. Internally the building

EXAMPLEThe roof design incorporates a small building-plant area, which will house the building’s air-conditioning system. Internally the building is divided into two large open retail spaces, a warehouse with goods stacked in proprietary racking systems (higher than 3 metres)

EXAMPLEis divided into two large open retail spaces, a warehouse with goods stacked in proprietary racking systems (higher than 3 metres) and a drive-through timber yard area. Two small mezzanine areas are provided for staff offi ces, bathrooms, lunch and meeting rooms.

EXAMPLEand a drive-through timber yard area. Two small mezzanine areas are provided for staff offi ces, bathrooms, lunch and meeting rooms.

Building use: Commercial, crowd activity (CM) – crowd medium

EXAMPLEBuilding use: Commercial, crowd activity (CM) – crowd medium

Highest fi re hazard category (FHC): 4

EXAMPLEHighest fi re hazard category (FHC): 4

Briefdescriptionofinspectionbeingundertakenforassessment:EXAMPLE

Briefdescriptionofinspectionbeingundertakenforassessment:

Final inspection for commercial level 2 type building work. EXAMPLE

Final inspection for commercial level 2 type building work.

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8. Structureanddurabilityinrelationtotheinspection:

• As noted above the engineer’s inspection notes and (PS4) are to be provided during the inspection to confi rm compliance in relation to structural matters conditioned on the building consent.

• A visual inspection of completed work was undertaken to ensure visible fi xings, ties, bracing etc are in place and are compliant. This was not done to redress items already inspected during preline/postline inspections. It was simply undertaken as general observation of the building’s overall structural compliance.

• I inspected the building for any evidence of structural movement, settlement, subsidence, warping, compression etc that would raise concern and may require additional investigation. No such issues were evident.

• A visual inspection of external/internal materials and coatings was undertaken to ensure these items met the plans and specifi cations and the Building Code, in particular clauses B1, E2 and B2.

9. Buildingenvelope(claddings)inrelationtotheinspection:

• I ensured the external envelope had been completed in accordance with building consent (plans and specs). As the building work includes alternative solutions used as a means of compliance, more emphasis was placed on the inspection of unconventional details, such as junction fl ashings between different cladding types. As an additional precaution, internal moisture level readings were taken on internal lined wall surfaces to provide additional support for the end compliance decision.

• I visually checked exposed fl ashings, membranes, cavity vents and drainage and kept an eye out for any un-consented attachments to the building envelope.

10.Firesafetyaspectsofthebuildinginrelationtotheinspection:

• A full walk-through inspection was undertaken to ensure the nominated means of escape was compliant and penetrations to fi re walls were sealed and made good.

• Life-safety systems (specifi ed systems) were confi rmed to be operational. Third-party verifi cation/certifi cation and commissioning information was provided to confi rm the fi re alarm and sprinkler had been installed in accordance with specifi ed NZ Standards (eg, NZ S 4512:2003 for the alarm system).

11.Servicesandassociatedsystemsinrelationtotheinspection:

• P&D inspection is to be undertaken by a BCO with the appropriate P&D competencies (not part of this inspection).• The fi nal inspection revealed that the following specifi ed systems had not been identifi ed during the processing stage of the building

consent. The owner had failed to identify the following specifi ed systems within their application for building consent – smoke control system for removing smoke and a CO detection device for early warning of gas leakage. Both specifi ed systems were located within the car park area of the building (refer to attached photos 1 and 2 for details of these specifi ed systems). Further information was requested regarding the installation, performance, inspection and procedural requirements of these specifi ed systems. Note: The fi nal inspection was failed as a result of this fi nding.

• The project manager was informed of the areas of non-compliance (non-consented building work) and was provided with an inspection report that outlined what was required to resolve these matters (amended plans and specifi cations, and performance, maintenance and reporting procedures for each specifi ed system). The project manager acknowledged the importance of getting these matters resolved and forwarded the information required, which in turn was added to the compliance schedule.

12.Interiorfinishesinrelationtotheinspection:

• Inspection of these elements was undertaken during the inspection of means of escape (in item 4). This included a visual check of fl oor, wall and ceiling fi nishes and fi xtures and fi ttings to ensure they comply with the plans and in particular the fi re report.

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EXAMPLEA full walk-through inspection was undertaken to ensure the nominated means of escape was compliant and penetrations to fi re

EXAMPLEA full walk-through inspection was undertaken to ensure the nominated means of escape was compliant and penetrations to fi re

Life-safety systems (specifi ed systems) were confi rmed to be operational. Third-party verifi cation/certifi cation and commissioning

EXAMPLELife-safety systems (specifi ed systems) were confi rmed to be operational. Third-party verifi cation/certifi cation and commissioning information was provided to confi rm the fi re alarm and sprinkler had been installed in accordance with specifi ed NZ Standards

EXAMPLEinformation was provided to confi rm the fi re alarm and sprinkler had been installed in accordance with specifi ed NZ Standards

11.Servicesandassociatedsystemsinrelationtotheinspection:

EXAMPLE11.Servicesandassociatedsystemsinrelationtotheinspection:

P&D inspection is to be undertaken by a BCO with the appropriate P&D competencies (not part of this inspection).

EXAMPLEP&D inspection is to be undertaken by a BCO with the appropriate P&D competencies (not part of this inspection).The fi nal inspection revealed that the following specifi ed systems had not been identifi ed during the processing stage of the building EXAMPLE

The fi nal inspection revealed that the following specifi ed systems had not been identifi ed during the processing stage of the building EXAMPLE

consent. The owner had failed to identify the following specifi ed systems within their application for building consent – smoke EXAMPLE

consent. The owner had failed to identify the following specifi ed systems within their application for building consent – smoke control system for removing smoke and a CO detection device for early warning of gas leakage. Both specifi ed systems were located

EXAMPLE

control system for removing smoke and a CO detection device for early warning of gas leakage. Both specifi ed systems were located

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Describeinyourownwordstheareasofthebuildingwhatyouconsiderariskareainrelationtoyourinspection:

• Foundation – the geotechnical report identifi ed areas where poor soil quality where present (potential risk of structural failure).• Structural – building plant located on roof (air-condition units creating a superimposed /point-load.) • Building envelope – potential for water ingress as an alternative solution had been offered as a means of compliance• Services – penetrations through fi re rated walls, specifi ed systems- correct design standards and inspection and maintenance

requirements. Pipe services in slab did identify fall/pipe gradients. • Specifi ed systems installed, but not identifi ed within the consented documents. Amended plans and specifi cations required prior

to issuing the CCC.

Why?:

• Foundation – potential for localised building failure due to poor ground conditions. • Structural – super-imposed load to roof could create issues if not correctly designed and/or installed.• Building envelope – the alternative solution offered by the applicant was viewed as potential area of weathertightness risk.

Unconventional design means checking of building envelope is very thorough. • Services – penetrations through fi re walls create the potential to compromise fi re resistance. • Specifi ed systems that are not picked up during a building consent will not end up on the buildings compliance schedule

and will consequently not get inspected and maintained over the life of the building.

Inyourownwordspleasedescribeanylegislativerequirementsyouneededtoconsiderwheninspectingthisbuildingwork:

The Building Act 2004, in particular:

• Section 17 all building work must comply with the Building Code.• Sections 100–105 – compliance schedule considerations as specifi ed systems are being installed as part of the proposed building work• In relation to BCA accreditation regulations the requirement to follow the inspections procedures of the BCA.• The Building Regulations, in particular• The Building Regulations 1992 (Schedule 1 the Building Code)• Building (Forms) Regulations 2004• Building (Accreditation of Building Consent Authorities) Regulations 2006.

Listwhatfurtherevidenceyouhaveeitherattachedorreferredtointhisform.Note:YoudonotneedtoduplicatedocumentsthatarestoredelsewhereintheBCA’ssystem,butthesedoneedtobereferenced.Documentsthatyoudoattachorreferenceneedtoberelevant.

Building Consent BC 123/2010• Building consent BC 123/2010 plans and specifi cations, particularly: − Compliance schedule − Fire report − Completed fi nal inspection checklist and inspection notes • Attached photos and notes on missing specifi ed systems

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLESections 100–105 – compliance schedule considerations as specifi ed systems are being installed as part of the proposed building work

EXAMPLESections 100–105 – compliance schedule considerations as specifi ed systems are being installed as part of the proposed building workIn relation to BCA accreditation regulations the requirement to follow the inspections procedures of the BCA.

EXAMPLEIn relation to BCA accreditation regulations the requirement to follow the inspections procedures of the BCA.

The Building Regulations 1992 (Schedule 1 the Building Code)

EXAMPLEThe Building Regulations 1992 (Schedule 1 the Building Code)

Building (Accreditation of Building Consent Authorities) Regulations 2006.

EXAMPLEBuilding (Accreditation of Building Consent Authorities) Regulations 2006.

Listwhatfurtherevidenceyouhaveeitherattachedorreferredtointhisform.EXAMPLE

Listwhatfurtherevidenceyouhaveeitherattachedorreferredtointhisform.EXAMPLE

Note:YoudonotneedtoduplicatedocumentsthatarestoredelsewhereintheBCA’ssystem,butthesedoneedtobeEXAMPLE

Note:YoudonotneedtoduplicatedocumentsthatarestoredelsewhereintheBCA’ssystem,butthesedoneedtobereferenced.Documentsthatyoudoattachorreferenceneedtoberelevant.EXAMPLE

referenced.Documentsthatyoudoattachorreferenceneedtoberelevant.

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1. Photo of smoke control system in the car park area. Not listed as a specifi ed system on the building consent and/or picked up during processing of the building consent.

2. Photo of CO (carbon monoxide gas detector) early warning device. Not listed as a specifi ed system on the building consent and/or picked up during processing of the building consent.

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EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

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Candidatechecklist

preparIng for your fIrst meetIng wIth the Tickboxcompetency assessor oncecompleted

1.Ihavereadthroughthecandidateguidancepack.

2.Ihavereadthecompetencyspecification/sthatrelatestotheworkthatIdoandunderstandtheperformanceindicatorsthatIneedtomeet.

3.IhavereviewedrecordsofmyworkoverthepastyearthatIhavekept relatingtointerestingprojectsorunusualsituationsthatmighthelpdemonstratemycompetence.

makIng sure you provIde the rIght evIdence for competency assessment.

4. Evidencehasbeencollectedinaccordancewiththeagreementwith myassessorandmyassessmentplan.

5.Mycandidateevidenceformshavebeencompletedinfull.

6. Ihavebeenspecificandattachedorreferencedinmycandidateevidence formsonlyrelevantinformationtosupportmycompetence.

7. Ihaveprovidedorspecificallyreferredtoexistingrecordstosupport mycompetencyassessment(eg,internalaudits/reviewsortrainingrecordsetc,alsorefertosuggestedevidenceonpages130–131ofthisdocument).

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These definitions are a summary only. For full definitions please refer to the Building Act 2004 and associated regulations.

natIonal competency assessment glossary of terms

Sourcekey:

BA04BCHBCD(VM/AS)BrDBH

BuildingAct2004BuildingCodehandbookComplianceDocumentandrelevantVerificationMethodoracceptablesolutionApplicableBuildingRegulationsDepartmentofBuildingandHousing

Definition Source

AcceptableSolution:AsolutionthatmustbeacceptedascomplyingwiththeBuildingCode. BA04

Alternativesolutions:AsolutionthatcomplieswiththeBuildingCodebutisnotpartofaComplianceDocument. BCHB

Ancillary:Appliestoabuildingorusenotforhumanhabitationandwhichmaybeexemptedfromsomeamenityprovisions,butwhichisrequiredtocomplywithstructuralandsafety-relatedaspectsofthebuildingcode.Examples:abridge,derrick,fence,free-standingoutdoorfireplace,jetty,mast,path,platform,pylon,retainingwall,tank,tunnelordam.

Br

Assessment:Determiningtheextenttowhichanindividualreachesthedesiredlevelofcompetenceinskill,knowledge,andabilitytoapplyknowledge.

DBH

Assessmentplan:Aplandrawnupbytheassessorandagreedwiththecandidateandwhichidentifiestheevidencerequiredtobeprovidedbythecandidateforassessment.

DBH

Assessor:Apersontrainedinassessmenttheoryandpracticeandwithappropriatetechnicalskillstoundertakeanassessment.

DBH

BCA(BuildingConsentAuthority):Accreditedorganisationperformingbuildingcontrolserviceswhosenameisenteredintheregisterreferredtoinsection273(1)(a)oftheBuildingAct2004.

BA04

Buildingwarrantsoffitness:Thewarrantoffitnessanownerofabuildingmustsupplytoaterritorialauthorityundersection108oftheBuildingAct2004.

BCHB

Buildingwork:(a)meanswork—(i)for,orinconnectionwith,theconstruction,alteration,demolition,orremovalofabuilding;and(ii)onanallotmentthatislikelytoaffecttheextenttowhichanexistingbuildingonthatallotmentcomplieswiththeBuildingCode;and(b)includessitework;and(c)includesdesignwork(relatingtobuildingwork)thatisdesignworkofakinddeclaredbytheGovernor-GeneralbyOrderinCounciltoberestrictedbuildingworkforthepurposesofthisAct;and(d)inPart4,oftheBuildingAct2004,andthedefinitioninthissectionof‘supervise,’alsoincludesdesignwork(relatingtobuildingwork)ofakinddeclaredbytheGovernor-GeneralbyOrderinCounciltobebuildingworkforthepurposesofPart4oftheBuildingAct2004.

BA04

Candidate:Thepersonbeingassessed,normallyabuildingofficial(consentprocessororinspector)oradministratorswheretheyundertakeatechnicalbuildingcontrolfunction(eg,vetconsentapplications).

DBH

Changeofuse:Forthepurposesofsections114and115oftheBuildingAct2004,changetheuse,inrelationtoabuilding,meanstochangetheuse(determinedinaccordancewithregulation6)ofallorapartofthebuildingfromoneuse(theolduse)toanother(thenewuse)andwiththeresultthattherequirementsforcompliancewiththeBuildingCodeinrelationtothenewuseareadditionalto,ormoreonerousthan,therequirementsforcompliancewiththeBuildingCodeinrelationtotheolduse.

Br

Classifieduse:ForthepurposesoftheBuildingCodebuildingsareclassifiedaccordingtotype,undersevencategories.AbuildingwithagivenclassifiedusemayhaveoneormoreintendedusesasdefinedintheAct.

Br

Commercial:Appliestoabuildingoruseinwhichanynaturalresources,goods,servicesormoneyareeitherdeveloped,sold,exchangedorstored.Examples:anamusementpark,auctionroom,bank,carpark,cateringfacility,coffeebar,computercentre,firestation,funeralparlour,hairdresser,library,office(commercialorgovernment),policestation,postoffice,publiclaundry,radiostation,restaurant,servicestation,shop,showroom,storagefacility,televisionstationortransportterminal.

Br

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Communalnon-residential:Appliestoabuildingorusebeingameetingplaceforpeoplewherecareandserviceisprovidedbypeopleotherthantheprincipalusers.Therearetwotypes:AssemblyServiceappliestoabuildingorusewherelimitedcareandserviceisprovided.Examples:achurch,cinema,clubroom,hall,museum,publicswimmingpool,stadium,theatre,orwharerunanga(theassemblyhouse).AssemblyCareappliestoabuildingorusewherealargedegreeofcareandserviceisprovided.Examples:anearlychildhoodcentre,college,daycareinstitution.

Br

Competence/Competency:Abilitytoapplyknowledgeandskillsattherequiredstandardandindefinedcontext. DBH

Complianceschedule:Acomplianceschedulerequiredundersection100oftheBuildingAct2004. BA04

ComplianceScheduleHandbook:AComplianceDocumentproducedbytheDepartmentofBuildingandHousing. DBH

Detacheddwellings:Appliestoabuildingorusewhereagroupofpeopleliveasasinglehouseholdorfamily.Examples:aholidaycottage,boardinghouseaccommodatingfewerthan6people,dwellingorhut.

Br

Determination:AdeterminationmadebytheChiefExecutiveundersubpart1ofPart3oftheBuildingAct2004. BA04

DRU(DesignReviewUnit):TheDRU’sroleistoprovideadviceonthemeansofescapeandtheneedsofpersonswhoareauthorisedbylawtoenterthebuildingtoundertakefirefighting.Thisisoutlinedinsection47oftheBuildingAct2004.

DBH

Earthquake-pronebuilding:Forthepurposesofsection122oftheAct(meaningofearthquake-pronebuilding),moderateearthquakemeans,inrelationtoabuilding,anearthquakethatwouldgenerateshakingatthesiteofthebuildingthatisofthesamedurationas,butthatisone-thirdasstrongas,theearthquakeshaking(determinedbynormalmeasuresofacceleration,velocity,anddisplacement)thatwouldbeusedtodesignanewbuildingatthatsite.

Br

Evidenceform:Atemplateusedtohelpcandidatesdocumentevidenceinawaywhichisusefulfortheassessorandwhichprovidesdocumentaryevidenceofcompetence.

DBH

Householdunit:(a)meansabuildingorgroupofbuildings,orpartofabuildingorgroupofbuildings,thatis–(i)used,orintendedtobeused,onlyormainlyforresidentialpurposes;and(ii)occupied,orintendedtobeoccupied,exclusivelyasthehomeorresidenceofnotmorethan1household;but(b)doesnotincludeahostel,boardinghouse,orotherspecialisedaccommodation.

BA04

HSNO/Hazardoussubstance:(a)Anyhazardoussubstanceasdefinedinsection2oftheHazardoussubstancesandNewOrganismsAct1996;and(b)Anyinfectiousorradioactivesubstancethatmayimpairhuman,animal,orplanthealth:Section2oftheHazardoussubstancesandNewOrganismsAct1996states:‘Hazardoussubstance’means,unlessexpresslyprovidedotherwisebyregulations,anysubstance—(a)Withoneormoreofthefollowingintrinsicproperties:(i)Explosiveness:(ii)Flammability:(iii)Acapacitytooxidise(iv)Corrosiveness:(v)Toxicity(includingchronictoxicity(vi)Ecotoxicity,withorwithoutbioaccumulation;or(b)Whichoncontactwithairorwater(otherthanairorwaterwherethetemperatureorpressurehasbeenartificiallyincreasedordecreased)generatesasubstancewithanyoneormoreofthepropertiesspecifiedinparagraph(a)ofthisdefinition.

FireServiceAct1975andHSNOAct1996

InternationalAccreditationNewZealand(IANZ):Accreditationbodyofthetestinglaboratoryregisteringcouncil,anautonomousCrownentityestablishedbythetestingLaboratoryRegistrationCouncilAct1972,responsibleforaccreditingBCAstotheBuilding(AccreditationofBCAs)Regulations2006.

DBH

IIC(Impactinsulationclass):AsinglenumberratingderivedfrommeasuredCodevaluesofnormalizedimpactsoundpressurelevelsinaccordancewithMethodASTME492,AnnexA1,LaboratoryMeasurementofImpactSoundTransmissionThroughFloor-CeilingAssembliesUsingtheTappingMachine.Itprovidesanestimateoftheimpactsoundinsulatingperformanceofafloor-ceilingassembly.

BCHB

Importancelevels:The‘importancelevel’ofastructureisrelatedtotheconsequencesoffailureandisreflectedintheacceptance(explicitorimplicit)oftheprobabilityofexceedingalimitstate.

AS/NZS1170

Industrial:Appliestoabuildingorusewherepeopleusematerialandphysicaleffortto:(a)extractorconvertnaturalresources,(b)producegoodsorenergyfromnaturalorconvertedresources,(c)repairgoods,or(d)storegoods(ensuingfromtheindustrialprocess).Examples:anagriculturalbuilding,agriculturalprocessingfacility,aircrafthanger,factory,powerstation,sewagetreatmentworks,warehouseorutility.

Br

Licensedbuildingpractitioner(LBP):Abuildingpractitionerwhosenameis,forthetimebeing,enteredintheregisterestablishedandmaintainedundersection298(1).

DBH

MultiProof:AstatementbytheDepartmentofBuildingandHousingthataspecificsetofbuildingplansandspecificationscomplieswiththeNewZealandBuildingCode.

DBH

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Naturalhazard:Hasthemeaninggiventoitbysection71oftheBuildingAct2004.Section71(3)states:‘(3)Inthissectionandsections72to74,naturalhazardmeansanyofthefollowing:(a)erosion(includingcoastalerosion,bankerosion,andsheeterosion):(b)fallingdebris(includingsoil,rock,snow,andice):(c)subsidence:(d)inundation(includingflooding,overlandflow,stormsurge,tidaleffects,andponding):(e)slippage’

BA04

Occupant/occupancyload:Thegreatestnumberofpeoplelikelytooccupyaparticularspacewithinabuilding.Itisdeterminedby:(a)Multiplyingthenumberofpeopleperm²(occupantdensity)fortheactivitybeingundertaken,bythetotalfloorarea,or(b)Forsleepingareas,countingthenumberofbeds,or(c)Forfixedseatingareas,countingthenumberofseats.

BCHB

Outbuildings:Appliestoabuildingorusewhichmaybeincludedwithineachclassifiedusebutarenotintendedforhumanhabitation,andareaccessorytotheprincipaluseofassociatedbuildings.Examples:acarport,farmbuilding,garage,greenhouse,machineryroom,privateswimmingpool,publictoilet,orshed.

BA04

Performanceindicators:Mandatoryrequirementswhichmustbeachievedtodemonstratecompetenceatagivenlevel.

DBH

Prescribedelectricalwork:Hasthemeaninggiventoitbysection2(1)oftheElectricityAct1992. BA04

PIM(Projectinformationmemorandum):Refertosections31–39oftheBuildingAct. BA04

Professionalconversation:Atypeofstructuredinterviewwiththeaimofclarifyingorconfirminglevelsofknowledge. DBH

Purposegroup:Theclassificationofspaceswithinabuildingaccordingtotheactivityforwhichthespacesareused. Br

Riskmatrix:Atablethatallowsthecalculationofariskscorebytheallocationandsummingofscoresforarangeofdesignandlocationfactorsapplyingtoaspecificbuildingdesign.

E2/AS1

SC(Sleepingcare):Spacesinwhichpeopleareprovidedwithspecialcareortreatmentrequiredbecauseofage,ormentalorphysicallimitations.Forexample,hospitals,orcareinstitutionsfortheaged,children,orpeoplewithdisabilities.

Br

SD(Sleepingdetention):Spacesinwhichpeoplearedetainedorphysicallyrestrained.Forexample,careinstitutionsfortheagedorchildrenandwithphysicalrestraintordetention,hospitalswithphysicalrestraintorwithdetentionquarters,detentionquartersinpolicestations,prisons.

Br

SH(Sleepingsinglehome):Detacheddwellingswherepeopleliveasasinglehouseholdorfamily,includingattachedself-containedspacessuchasgrannyflatswhenoccupiedbyamemberofthesamefamily,andgarages(whetherdetachedorpartofthesamebuilding)ifprimarilyforstorageoftheoccupants’vehicles,tools,andgardenimplements

Br

Specifiedsystems:(a)Asystemorfeaturethat—(i)iscontainedinabuilding;and(ii)contributestotheproperfunctioningofthebuilding(forexample,anautomaticsprinklersystem);And(iii)isdeclaredbytheGovernor-General,byOrderinCouncil,tobeaspecifiedsystemforthepurposesofthisAct;and(b)includesacablecar.

BA04

STC(Soundtransmissionclass):AsinglenumberratingderivedfrommeasuredvaluesoftransmissionlossinaccordancewithclassificationASTME413,DeterminationofSoundtransmissionclass.Itprovidesanestimateoftheperformanceofapartitionincertaincommonsoundinsulationsituations.

CD/G6/VM1/AS1

Storey:Theportionofthebuildingincludedbetweentheuppersurfaceofanyfloorandtheuppersurfaceofthefloornextabove,exceptthatthetopmoststoreyshallbethatportionofabuildingincludedbetweentheuppersurfaceofthetopmostfloor,andtheceilingorroofabove.

NZS3604

SR(Sleepingresidential):Attachedandmulti-unitresidentialdwellings,includinghouseholdunitsattachedtospacesordwellingswiththesameorotheruses,suchascaretakers’flats,andresidentialaccommodationaboveashop.

Br

TA(Territorialauthority):AcitycouncilordistrictcouncilnamedinPart2ofSchedule2oftheLocalGovernmentAct2002;and—(a)inrelationtolandwithinthedistrictofaterritorialauthority,orabuildingonorproposedtobebuiltonanysuchland,meansthatterritorialauthority;and(b)inrelationtoanypartofacoastalmarinearea(withinthemeaningoftheResourceManagementAct1991)thatisnotwithinthedistrictofaterritorialauthority,orabuildingonorproposedtobebuiltonanysuchpart,meanstheterritorialauthoritywhosedistrictisadjacenttothatpart.

BA04

VerificationMethod:AmethodbywhichcompliancewiththeBuildingCodemaybeverified. BA04

Weathertightness/Weathertight:Termsusedtodescribetheresistanceofabuildingtotheweather.Weathertightnessisastatewherewaterispreventedfromenteringandaccumulatingbehindthecladdinginamountsthatcancauseunduedampnessordamagetothebuildingelements.

DBH

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