CPCCWP5004Determine origin of water and moisture ingress into buildings

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What an assessment for CPCCWP5004 must cover

101 assessable components: 4 elements (20 performance criteria), 10 performance evidence and 71 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 Gather information.

  • 1.1Identify areas of water ingress in consultation with stakeholder(s).
  • 1.2Gather relevant drawings, historical reports, design or structural specifications and certification where available.
  • 1.3Identify signs and symptoms of the water or moisture ingress.
  • 1.4Confirm scope of project based on information and evidence.

2 Carry out investigation.

  • 2.1Identify potential water and moisture ingress points into buildings.
  • 2.2Determine if non-destructive or destructive investigation is required in consultation with stakeholders.
  • 2.3Select tools and technologies to carry out inspections and testing procedures in accordance with site conditions.
  • 2.4Carry out inspection and testing using valid testing methods in accordance with testing protocols and against controls and references.
  • 2.5Record findings of investigation and testing protocols.
  • 2.6Compare findings to information and evidence of water and moisture ingress areas and carry out further investigations where required.

3 Carry out analysis.

  • 3.1Collate evidence from investigations and testing in accordance with protocols.
  • 3.2Analyse causes of water and moisture ingress as determined by investigations and collected evidence.
  • 3.3Determine if external factors have influenced the findings.
  • 3.4Carry out re-testing to confirm influence of external factors where required.
  • 3.5Record results of analysis for stakeholders in accordance with evidence to inform report.

4 Report findings and conclusions.

  • 4.1Collate, sort and prioritise information according to the scope requirements within a report.
  • 4.2Support diagnostic report findings with relevant references to regulatory requirements, Australian Standards, design and manufacturers’ requirements in accordance with stakeholder brief.
  • 4.3Determine requirements for further support testing, follow-up investigations and monitoring of area in accordance with inspection and testing protocols.
  • 4.4Communicate relevant and supported conclusions according to stakeholder expectations, context and requirements in accordance with report brief.
  • 4.5Document the report in accordance with report brief.

Performance evidence

  • one investigation and report from an internal wet area which includes a shower
  • one investigation and report of water ingress through: an external wall, adjacent to a waterproofed balcony or deck; OR water ingress below a concrete roof terrace
  • one investigation and report of water ingress below a waterproofed, lightweight, flat roof structure or balcony
  • one investigation and report of water ingress to habitable space below ground.
  • all relevant background information
  • investigation methodology
  • record of findings
  • identification of the cause(s) of the water and moisture ingress
  • review of evidence against site factors and influences
  • assessment of waterproofing design and application against compliance with National Construction Code (NCC) performance requirements, Australian Standards, manufacturers’ recommendations, building design and use of area.

Knowledge evidence

  • application of scientific methodology
  • diagnostic procedures – non-destructive and destructive, including:
  • site investigation
  • inspecting protocols
  • analysing evidence
  • suitable technologies:
  • thermal
  • microwave
  • ground penetrating radar (GPR)
  • dye water testing
  • impedance and capacitance technologies
  • electronic field vector mapping
  • high and low voltage holiday testing
  • setting control parameters and testing methods, including:
  • selection of appropriate test method
  • calibration of testing equipment
  • effects on testing equipment by site conditions and testing procedures
  • contributing site factors and influence, including:
  • water ingress sources
  • surface water pathways
  • sub-surface water pathways
  • properties of water and moisture movement
  • gradient and falls
  • hydrostatic pressure
  • effects of finishes on surface tension
  • capillarity
  • size and effectiveness of outfalls
  • penetrations and intrusion points
  • condensation
  • ventilation
  • building elements and integration, including:
  • principles of water shedding
  • relationship between structural components
  • building movement
  • wind loadings
  • construction materials and their properties
  • NCC performance requirements relevant to areas tested, including:
  • waterproofing
  • damp proofing
  • condensation management
  • NCC evidence of suitability in relation to waterproofing system performance, including:
  • independent test reports
  • CodeMark Australia
  • other independent testing organisations
  • Australian Standards and design requirements relevant to areas inspected
  • waterproofing system manufacturers’ requirements, including:
  • data sheets and specifications
  • installation method statements
  • performance of system according to service conditions
  • suitability of materials as fit for purpose
  • compatibility of components within the system
  • stakeholders:
  • architect
  • engineer
  • builder
  • building owner
  • consumer
  • design team
  • construction team
  • certifier
  • building surveyor
  • regulators
  • report content and communication of findings, including:
  • types of diagnostic reports and structures
  • tables and diagrams
  • photographic evidence
  • interpreting test results
  • references to Australian Standards and designs
  • verbal communication strategies
  • different audiences
  • presenting evidence.

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