CPCSFS5003 — Develop plans and methodology for fire systems design projects
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What an assessment for CPCSFS5003 must cover
102 assessable components: 4 elements (13 performance criteria), 5 performance evidence and 84 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 Identify and apply procedures for initiating fire systems design projects.
- 1.1Identify various project file-sharing and communication systems, tools and methods to ensure efficient and effective operation.
- 1.2Use project and file-naming systems according to workplace and project requirements.
- 1.3Identify efficient and effective document filing and storage systems according to workplace and project requirements.
- 1.4Identify systems for efficient tracking and filing of project communications according to workplace and project requirements.
- 1.5Identify a system for ensuring relevant project documentation is requested, received, named and filed according to workplace procedures.
2 Develop a plan for setting up fire systems design projects.
- 2.1Develop plan for setting up correct computer-aided design (CAD) backgrounds according to workplace and project requirements.
- 2.2Develop systematic processes for identifying and importing the correct layer drawings into CAD according to workplace and project requirements.
3 Develop a plan and methodology for designing fire systems.
- 3.1Develop actions and timeframes in the design process for fire systems according to workplace, project requirements, quality assurance and other regulatory approval, as required.
- 3.2Determine stages where regulatory or other approval is required for the design and establish procedures to ensure that these are obtained.
- 3.3Identify applicable fire codes, standards and data sheets from relevant authorities and underwriters.
4 Develop a plan and methodology for finalising fire systems design projects.
- 4.1Establish actions and timeframes in the fabrication and installation support process according to workplace and project requirements.
- 4.2Establish final drawing and documentation requirements according to workplace and project requirements.
- 4.3Establish timelines for long lead items such as fire tanks, fire pumps and specialist overseas equipment.
Performance evidence
- developing a project plan and methodology for a minimum of four types of fire systems design projects, including:
- commercial building
- factory
- residential nursing home
- high-rise building
Knowledge evidence
- workplace design tools and processes
- project documentation:
- drawings
- architectural
- structural
- mechanical
- hydraulic
- electrical
- layout
- section
- detail
- final drawings:
- ‘as installed’ drawings
- block plans
- tactical fire plans
- commissioning benchmarks
- operations and maintenance manuals
- project schedule or construction program
- design brief
- design specifications
- compliance and quality requirements for fire systems design projects, 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
- communication and negotiation processes
- level of accuracy required in detailed design drawings, plans and reports
- fire systems design activities, including installation support and finalisation
- naming conventions for design drawings and drawing register
- computer software functions and operation:
- word processing
- spreadsheet
- internet
- 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)
- water spray systems
- water mist systems
- wet chemical suppression systems
- foam suppression systems
- 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
- purpose and operation of fire systems:
- special products and hazards
- system operation
- performance requirements
- maintenance standards
- system activation and operation
- passive fire safety elements
- identification of passive element:
- impact of fire systems design on passive elements
- construction industry terminology
- roles and responsibilities of relevant building project team and personnel, including:
- architect
- lead contractor
- mechanical engineer or contractor
- hydraulic engineer or contractor
- electrical engineer or contractor
- client
- consulting engineer
- civil engineers
- fire engineers
- building (private) certifier or surveyor
- project management processes, including scheduling, communications and file sharing
- on-site issues that can arise during the construction phase and impose changes to the designs of fire systems and other services
- regulatory or other approval:
- building certifier or surveyor
- fire brigade
- fire engineer
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Related units
- CPCSFS5001 — Define scope and hazard level of fire systems design projects
- CPCSFS5002 — Research and interpret detailed fire systems design project requirements
- CPCSFS5005 — Research and evaluate fire system technologies and components
- CPCSFS5006 — Create detailed designs for fire sprinkler systems
- CPCSFS5007 — Create detailed designs for hydrant and hose reel systems
- CPCSFS5008 — Create detailed designs for fire detection and warning systems
- CPCSFS5009 — Create detailed designs for fire systems' water supplies
- CPCSFS5010 — Provide documentation and support for fabrication of fire sprinkler systems
- CPCSFS5011 — Provide design documentation and review and support fire system installation processes
- CPCSFS5013 — Support commissioning processes and finalise fire systems design projects
- CPCSFS5014 — Conduct annual fire systems inspections
- CPCSFS5015 — Prepare documentation for annual fire systems inspections
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