CPCSFS5015 — Prepare documentation for annual fire systems inspections

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27 assessable components: 3 elements (13 performance criteria), 1 performance evidence and 13 knowledge evidence requirements. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Determine the installation dates for fire systems.

1.1Access, interpret and document the construction dates and modification histories of buildings to be inspected.
1.2Identify the types of fire systems installed in buildings to be inspected from compliance documentation.
1.3Identify the installation dates for individual fire systems in buildings to be inspected.

2 Research and interpret the applicable codes and standards.

2.1Research and identify the current and historical legislation, codes and standards applicable to individual fire systems at the time of installation, or modification of the building.
2.2Research and interpret the detailed requirements of applicable historical legislation, codes and standards and fire engineered solutions.
2.3Document and report any disparity between historical legislation, codes and standards applicable and fire engineered solutions applicable at the installation or modification date and current fire safety requirements to relevant stakeholders.
2.4Prepare checklists and notes on applicable current and historical codes and standards to assist the annual inspection process.

3 Assess and report on fire system compliance documentation.

3.1Review and check schedules for the inspection, testing and maintenance of fire safety systems for compliance with current regulatory requirements.
3.2Review and check documentation for regular fire systems inspection and testing activities for currency and completeness.
3.3Identify and note information regarding non-compliance issues and defects.
3.4Request and review documentary evidence of resolution of non-compliance issues and defects if available.
3.5Prepare checklists and notes on non-compliance issues and defects identified from compliance documentation to assist the annual inspection process.
3.6Prepare and process reports detailing anomalies and omissions in fire systems’ compliance documentation according to workplace and regulatory requirements.

Performance evidence

To demonstrate competency, a candidate must meet the performance criteria of this unit by: preparing relevant documentation of annual fire systems inspections that apply to existing fire systems in a range of buildings, including: commercial building, factory, residential nursing home, high-rise building. The activity should include preparation of fire safety schedules and inspection, testing and maintenance documentation.

Knowledge evidence

compliance documentation: fire safety schedules, inspection and testing logbooks, maintenance, repair and replacement documentation
computer software functions and operation, including relevant proprietary software
reading and interpreting drawings and reports
relevant current and historical legislation, codes and standards: building Acts, building regulations, infrastructure supply regulations, the Building Code of Australia (BCA), National Construction Code (NCC), Australian standards for fire systems, international standards for fire systems, jurisdictional authorities in addition to the BCA and NCC, other fire system standards commonly required by building insurers
protection requirements for different buildings, including: low-rise buildings, processing building applications, warehouse buildings under 13.7 m high, warehouse buildings over 13.7 m high, medium-rise buildings, high-rise buildings (over 25 metres), buildings over 50 metres in height
fire systems’ technology and components: water-based systems: wet pipe sprinkler systems, deluge and drencher systems, dry pipe sprinkler systems, pre-action sprinkler systems, early suppression fast response (ESFR), hydrants, hose reels and monitors, water supply tanks, fire pump sets; detection and warning systems: occupant warning systems, emergency warning and intercommunications systems (EWIS), fire detection and alarm systems, smoke control systems, emergency lighting systems; special hazard fire systems: foam systems (low expansion, medium expansion and high expansion), gaseous agent systems (carbon dioxide, inert gas and halocarbon gases), water spray systems (deluge, medium/high velocity water spray and high-speed deluge), chemical powder systems, wet chemical systems
characteristics and limitations of products and materials used in fire systems and issues relating to material compatibility
interconnection of fire systems: cause and effect matrix, interface with other services
passive fire safety elements: identification of passive elements, requirements for safeguarding the integrity of passive fire element performance where penetrations have been made
basic principles of structural engineering
characteristics of building materials
construction industry terminology
sustainability requirements and ratings: energy conservation, water conservation

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