CPPHES4004 — Conduct thermal performance assessment of residential buildings

1 Prepare for thermal performance assessment.

• 1.1Consult with client to confirm scope and purpose of assessment and respond to questions to clarify issues and concerns.
• 1.2Research and apply jurisdictional regulatory and NatHERS requirements to planned thermal performance assessment.
• 1.3Obtain documentation and drawings for the assessment and review to verify consistency and sufficiency to meet software, NatHERS technical notes and regulatory requirements.
• 1.4Refer inconsistencies in documentation or drawings back to client for clarification and amendment.
• 1.5Request additional information required to conduct assessment to meet client and regulatory requirements.
• 1.6Check computer equipment to ensure correct operation and confirm that software version and libraries are up to date according to regulatory requirements.

2 Collate and input information into NatHERS software tool.

• 2.1Extract information required for input into software tool from building documentation and NatHERS technical notes.
• 2.2Enter extracted information into software tool according to regulatory requirements for the building.
• 2.3Enter information on non-standard building materials and designs, alterations and additions correctly according to software and regulatory requirements.
• 2.4Check inputted data and make necessary adjustments to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.

3 Model thermal performance of building.

• 3.1Apply software tool functions to model thermal performance of building.
• 3.2Run simulation to determine if the building’s potential thermal performance complies with regulatory requirements.
• 3.3Check simulation against latest documentation set and amend identified discrepancies.
• 3.4Analyse software tool outputs to clarify assumptions, identify limitations and correct errors in data entry.
• 3.5Interpret software tool outputs and profile building’s thermal performance.

4 Identify options to improve thermal performance of building.

• 4.1Analyse strengths and weaknesses in thermal performance of building.
• 4.2Access technical advice and identify cost effective options for improving thermal performance considering outputs of thermal performance assessment, practicality and type of building.
• 4.3Identify interactions of identified improvements on other aspects of building performance.
• 4.4Use software tool to reassess building and impact of identified options on thermal performance.

5 Report and certify thermal performance assessment outcomes.

• 5.1Finalise thermal performance assessment and collate design and assessment documentation in line with regulatory requirements in relevant jurisdictions and for auditing and quality assurance.
• 5.2Write up options and recommendations for achieving required energy efficiency rating according to regulatory requirements.
• 5.3Discuss assessment outcomes with relevant persons and obtain approval to proceed with certification according to organisational requirements.
• 5.4Submit NatHERS report through required portal to generate universal certificate.
• 5.5Confirm stamping is complete and secure documentation according to regulatory requirements.
• 5.6Store assessment documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements to enable recovery for audit and quality assurance purposes.

What does an assessment tool for CPPHES4004 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CPPHES4004 needs to address all 45 unit components: 5 elements with 25 performance criteria, 8 performance evidence requirements, 8 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for CPPHES4004?

Auditori pulls the current release of CPPHES4004 from training.gov.au and generates a complete package: candidate assessment, assessor guide with model answers and observation criteria, and a coverage matrix mapping every component. A suitably qualified person then reviews and approves the draft in a built-in workflow — consistent with ASQA's guidance on AI use in VET — before export as branded PDF and editable Word.

Is the first assessment tool really free?

Yes. Every new account includes one free credit — enough to generate the complete assessment tool for CPPHES4004 — with no card and no subscription required. After that it's pay-as-you-go per unit.

Can I check my existing CPPHES4004 assessment instead of generating a new one?

Yes — upload your existing assessment or learner guide and Auditori maps it against every element, performance criterion, PE and KE of CPPHES4004, showing exactly what's covered and what's missing. Mapping costs a quarter of a credit.