CPCSFS5005 — Research and evaluate fire system technologies and components

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What an assessment for CPCSFS5005 must cover

31 assessable components: 3 elements (12 performance criteria), 1 performance evidence and 18 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 Research and evaluate fire suppression systems.

1.1Research and identify the range of technologies and components for fire suppression systems.
1.2Assess the suitability of fire suppression systems to different types of buildings and situations with reference to relevant legislation, codes and standards and client requirements.
1.3Determine the performance characteristics and limitations of fire suppression systems.
1.4Analyse fire suppression system failures and propose appropriate design solutions.
1.5Select suitable and cost-effective fire suppression system technologies and components for buildings, situations and climatic conditions.

2 Research and evaluate fire detection and occupant warning systems.

2.1Identify technologies and components available for fire detection and occupant warning systems.
2.2Assess the suitability of fire detection and occupant warning systems to different types of buildings and situations with reference to relevant legislation, codes and standards.
2.3Determine the performance characteristics and limitations of fire detection and occupant warning systems.
2.4Select suitable and cost-effective fire detection and occupant warning system technologies and components for buildings and situations.

3 Analyse and specify the interaction of fire systems.

3.1Analyse and specify the required interactions for effective operation of fire systems in different types of buildings and situations.
3.2Identify and examine the interfaces that affect interactions between fire systems in different types of buildings and situations.
3.3Select suitable fire detection and suppression systems for buildings and situations and specify the interactions and interfaces required for effective performance.

Performance evidence

researching, evaluating and selecting fire detection and suppression systems for four types of fire systems design applications, including: sprinklers, water mist, deluge/pre-action, gas suppression.

Knowledge evidence

drawings, plans, reports and specifications
manufacturer specifications and technical performance data for fire detection and suppression technologies and components
applications for different fire systems design projects: 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
interactions and interfaces between fire detection and suppression systems
suitability of fire detection and suppression systems technology and components
performance and cost-effectiveness of different technologies and components
workplace design tools and processes
computer software functions and operation: word processing, spreadsheet, email, internet
relevant current 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
fire systems technology and components: water-based systems: wet pipe sprinkler systems and components, deluge and drencher systems, dry pipe sprinkler systems and components, pre-action sprinkler systems and components, early suppression fast response (ESFR) sprinklers and components, water spray systems, water mist systems, wet chemical suppression systems, foam suppression systems, hydrants, hose reels and monitors, water supply tanks, fire pump sets, fire control panels, valves, gaseous suppression systems, detection and warning systems: occupant warning systems, emergency warning and intercommunications systems (EWIS), fire detection and alarm systems, smoke control systems, emergency lighting systems, fire control panels
purpose and operation of fire systems: layout, high hazard products, system operation, performance requirements, maintenance standards, system activation and operation
characteristics and limitations of products and materials used in fire systems and issues relating to material compatibility: system activation and operation, effect of fire, heat and smoke of component materials, interaction with other systems and services
interconnection of fire systems: cause and effect matrix, interface with other services
water supplies: common water sources, conservation requirements, in-ground reticulation, booster configurations
fluid mechanics and hydraulics relating to: water supply, pressure, pump selection, tank selection, pressure vessels, pipe range
sustainability requirements and ratings: energy conservation, water conservation
electrical and electronics theory: units used to measure current (alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC)), power, capacitance, inductance and sound attenuation, definition of voltage ratings and requirements applicable to fire detection and warning systems as defined in communication and electrical safety regulations, including extra-low voltage (ELV), low voltage (LV) and hazardous voltages, basic operation of common electronic and electrical components used in fire detection and warning systems including: basic operation of communication protocols on addressable systems, peripheral devices (printers), interfaces to other communication systems to high level or low level
communication technologies: data transfer, networking, communication protocols, radio frequency technologies.

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