Course Title: Administer the legal obligations of a building or construction contractor
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2022
Course Code: BUIL6238C
Course Title: Administer the legal obligations of a building or construction contractor
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance.
School: 530T Built Environment and Sustainability
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5256 - Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
Course Contact: Thierry Demathieu, Program Manager
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 8359
Course Contact Email: thierry.demathieu@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nhu Nguyen
+61399254987
Appointment by email.
Nominal Hours: 100
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
Nil.
Course Description
In this course you will cover the outcomes required to administer the legal obligations of a building or construction contract. It is concerned with licensing and/or builders’ registration and other legislative matters as appropriate, and administering the systems through which the obligations of complying with legislation are fulfilled. In order to achieve the outcomes for this unit, knowledge of relevant industry legislation, codes, standards, regulations, licensing, employee awards, agreements, OHS, taxation and insurance is required.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CPCCBC5007B Administer the legal obligations of a building or constructio |
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1 Comply with the laws relating to establishing and licensing a building or construction contractor. |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Business registration of the organisation is secured in accordance with owner/operator preferences and legal requirements. 1.2 Approval of licensing and registration as a contractor/supervisor is sought from appropriate government agency. 1.3 Responsibilities of operating a construction business in accordance with legislation are met. 1.4 Legal documents and records are kept and carefully maintained. |
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2 Engage personnel for the project. |
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2.1 Relevant industrial awards are identified for the hiring of staff or labour. 2.2 Contracts of employment are determined on a case-by-case basis and the principles and legalities of workplace agreements are implemented. 2.3 Equal opportunity principles are applied in all aspects of recruitment and selection. 2.4 Procedures for employment termination and redundancy are explained and followed. 2.5 Dispute resolution processes are established, documented and implemented where necessary. |
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3 Administer the regulations relating to OHS, welfare, workers' compensation, noise abatement and working hours. |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 OHS and Welfare Act provisions are identified and complied with, on and off the site. 3.2 OHS authority is contacted to determine the necessary approvals or permits prior to work commencing. 3.3 Provisions of Workers Compensation Act are complied with and the rights and responsibilities of workers are observed to ensure a safe workplace. 3.4 Regulations relating to noise abatement and working hours are adhered to. |
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4 Implement rehabilitation arrangements for employees returning to work. |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Rehabilitation arrangements for employees returning from injury or illness are facilitated and implemented. 4.2 Workers returning to work after injury or illness are assisted to regain full employment status as soon as practicable. |
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5 Comply with taxation and insurance requirements of federal, state and territory legislation. |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Taxation payments are recorded, collected and made in compliance with Australian Taxation Office requirements, including GST obligations. 5.2 Insurance policies are identified to provide appropriate cover for personnel, property and project works. 5.3 Mandatory superannuation provisions are made for employees. |
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6 Administer all obligations in a conscientious manner and observe fair trading practice. |
Performance Criteria: |
6.1 Fair trading practice responsibilities are maintained effectively and efficiently. 6.2 Best interests of clients are promoted and undertaken conscientiously in accordance with the agreed contract. |
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7 Comply with environmental legislation and its intent. |
Performance Criteria: |
7.1 Renewable materials are used as a primary aim wherever possible over non-renewable materials. 7.2 Low energy materials are used in preference to high energy materials, where practical. 7.3 Processes to ensure compliance with environmental protection legislation are implemented. |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
Students will learn through a number of planned activities (face to face classes, workplace/site visits, simulated workplace learning, online learning via blackboard and other forms of structured teaching and learning). Students will be observed and assessed through their planned activities throughout the duration of the course.
Teaching Schedule
The proposed teaching schedule for this competency is detailed below:
Students please note this is a guide only and may be subject to change |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Students will be able to access course information and learning materials through myRMIT and may be provided with additional materials in class. Lists of relevant reference books, resources in the library and accessible Internet sites will be provided where possible. During the course, you will be directed to websites to enhance your knowledge and understanding of difficult concepts. Relevant websites may include:
- Victorian Building Authority
- Australian Taxation Office
- Consumer Affairs Victoria
- Fair Work Australia
- WorkSafe Victoria
CANVAS
CANVAS is an on-line resource with the lesson plans for each unit. Within CANVAS are the session lessons plans, assessments, resources and other materials required for completion of each unit of competency.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment will incorporate a variety of methods including written, oral, practical tasks and activities. You will be asked to personally demonstrate to your teacher/assessor the practical skills gained during this course to the relevant industry standards. Assessment activities will occur throughout this course and feedback will be provided at regular intervals.
Students must achieve satisfactory in each of the following assessment tasks to demonstrate competent.
Assessment 1: Knowledge Assessment
Assessment 2: Portfolio
Assessment 3: Case Study
To be deemed competent you must demonstrate an understanding of all aspects required of the competency. Assessment methods have been designed to measure your achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over multiple tasks.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1 - Knowledge Questions
This assessment task allows you to demonstrate your knowledge required to administer the legal obligations of a building or construction contractor, including obligations as either party to a contract. You are to undertake extensive research about the business obligations so new policies, procedures, tools and a licensing and registration for your business can be established. You are to answer ten (10) questions which relate to a range of relevant industry legislation, codes, standards, regulations, licensing, employee awards, agreements, OHS, taxation and insurance.
Assessment Task 2 - Policies and Procedures Manual
You are to create a folder of policies, procedures and tools that will assist you and your employees in the daily administration and meeting the legal obligations in the operation of your construction business. You must ensure that your policies and procedures manual address the 14 elements in the marking guide (Section B of the student version of the assessment) and that your folder must:
- Have a table of contents
- Use page numbers, version control and footers consistent with legal documentation
- Be in a logical order that groups information together.
- Link policies, procedures and their related documentation, record keeping tools, reporting and other templates together for easy use.
Assessment Task 3 - Case Study
You will be provided with a number of scenarios where you need to use the policies, procedures and tools that you have devised in your previous Assessment Task to administer your legal obligations. You must collate a portfolio of evidence demonstrating administration of legal obligations for a business and within contracts. In particular, your portfolio submission should include:
- Correspondence with relevant authorities, people, agencies, suppliers and other internal and external customers.
- Completed logs, records and other templates and tools created in Assessment Task 2.
- Schedules, workflow plans and other implementation tools according to your documented policies and procedures
You will use your findings from the scenarios above to make any further changes to specific aspects of your policy and procedures folder and submit version controlled and dated updates for consideration.
You must use the Marking Guide at Section B of student version of this assessment to prepare and check your work prior to submission. You will present your findings as a portfolio which could be used to support review and evaluation by your organisation leadership team in the future.
Assessment Matrix
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Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Assessment |
Assessment Task 2: Portfolio |
Assessment Task 3: Case Study |
Licensing includes state laws, such as: |
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OHS, welfare, workers' compensation, noise abatement and working hours include: |
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Rehabilitation arrangements for employees returning to work include: |
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Taxation and insurance requirements of state, territory and federal legislation include: |
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Environmental protection legislation includes: |
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Required Skills | |||
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Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Assessment |
Assessment Task 2: Portfolio |
Assessment Task 3: Case Study |
language and literacy skills to: |
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1 - 10 |
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9 |
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1, 2a, 2b, 2c, 2d, 3, 4, 5 |
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manage compliance with a variety of legal obligations and administer various awards and agreements |
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management skills to effectively manage personnel |
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numeracy skills to apply measurements and calculations. |
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Required Knowledge | |||
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Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Assessment |
Assessment Task 2: Portfolio |
Assessment Task 3: Case Study |
awards and agreements applying to employees and subcontractors |
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legislative requirements, including: |
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licensing and builders' registration requirements |
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local authority regulations |
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OHS and rehabilitation requirements |
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relevant licensing arrangements. |
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Critical Aspects of Evidence |
Describe how assessments meet the critical aspects of evidence |
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the ability to: |
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Assessment 2 and Assessment 3 requires students to implement and administer obligations |
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Assessment 3 requires students to liaise with and conduct performance management of human resources |
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Assessment 2 requires students to document processes and requirements for compliance and Assessment 3 requires students to administer obligations. |
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Assessment 2 requires students to produce communications to authorities for approvals, responses, registrations and similar. |
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Assessment 2 requires students to document processes and requirements for compliance and Assessment 3 requires students to administer obligations. |
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
You may be eligible for credit towards courses in your program if you have already met the learning/competency outcomes through previous learning and/or industry experience. To be eligible for credit towards a course, you must demonstrate that you have already completed learning and/or gained industry experience that is:
- Relevant
- Current
- Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course
Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit to find more information about credit transfer and RPL.
Study and learning Support:
Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to you.
Services offered by SLC to support your numeracy and literacy skills are:
assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
maths and science developmental support and advice
English language development
Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and learning Support
Equitable Learning Services (ELS):
If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS) to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
Please refer to https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services to find more information about services offered by Equitable Learning Services (ELS).
Late submission:
If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager.
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgement as to whether the extension has been granted.
If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date.
Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked.
Special consideration:
Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration to find more information about special consideration
Plagiarism:
Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University.
Please Refer: www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism.
Other Information:
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