Course Title: Design safe buildings

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2021

Course Code: ARCH5228

Course Title: Design safe buildings

School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6161 - Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural)

Course Contact: Catherine Ciavarella

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4819

Course Contact Email: catherine.ciavarella@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Theo Theodorou

theo.theodorou@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 40

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

None

Course Description

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to apply safe design principles to control occupational health and safety (OHS) risk during the life of a building. It includes
the ability to identify and comply with legal responsibilities and obligations and evaluate OHS hazards associated with the design, construction and use of a building during its life
cycle. Applying safe design principles requires consultation with stakeholders and specialist advisors and the ability to make recommendations for alternative design solutions and
incorporate risk controls into the building design and end use.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

VU22459 Design safe buildings

Element:

1. Investigate OHS/WHS requirements in the design process

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Legal responsibilities and obligations of building designers for the safety of end users and beneficiaries are identified to enable the elimination of OHS/WHS hazards and control residual OHS/WHS risk. 1.2 Stakeholders involved in the design and construction process are consulted to determine specific OHS/WHS issues. 1.3 Sources of current information and data of OHS/WHS principles, materials, technology and systems are researched for application in the design and construction process. 1.4 Client is consulted to confirm the needs of those involved in the subsequent life cycle stages of the building.

Element:

2. Undertake hazard identification and OHS/WHS risk evaluation

Performance Criteria:

2.1 OHS/WHS risks are identified and a risk analysis conducted across the life cycle of the building according to the hierarchy of control. 2.2 OHS/WHS risk controls are selected through a systematic analysis of the likelihood and consequences of exposure to the hazard. 2.3 A process for review of hazard identification and risk control is developed to incorporate potential alterations to design decisions or specifications. 2.4 A residual risk register is established and the information circulated to those involved in the downstream or subsequent life cycle stages.

Element:

3. Produce designs to facilitate safe construction, use and maintenance of a building

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Benefits of safe design are identified and communicated to stakeholders. 3.2 Situations are identified where consultation with specialist advisors is required, and their services are utilised, as necessary. 3.3 Client is informed of any high risks in design requirements and alternatives, including design modifications, which are agreed and documented. 3.4 Risk controls are incorporated into design to facilitate the safe use and maintenance of the building in accordance with legislative requirements. 3.5 Relevant documentation is provided to client for the education and training of end users and employees, to ensure safe and efficient operation and maintenance of the building.


Learning Outcomes


This unit supports the attainment of the skills and knowledge required for building designers to design safe buildings, which comply with current OHS legislation and relevant sections of the National Construction Code


Details of Learning Activities

This course will be delivered remotely

Review discussions/lectures on line

Analysis of relevant reading material

Projects work and Review

Peer discussions

Lecture/presentations

Research

Independent project-based work


Teaching Schedule

While all course content will be delivered, the order and mode of delivery may change depending on the availability of specialist facilities and equipment.  Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher. 


Due dates for assessment tasks dependent on access to specialist facilities and equipment may change. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher. 

Session

Session Topic

Activity

Assessments – Issue date, submission date

 

Week 1

Session 1

 

General Introduction
         
Design Safe Buildings

 

Visual aids used to demonstrate topic in lecture.  Case study is presented to encourage student involvement.

 

Legislative question - Brief

 

Week 2

Session 2

 

Health and Safety Act

            Overview of requirements of             building designer’s             complying with sections of             the Occupational             Health and Safety
            Act.

 

Visual aids used to demonstrate topic in lecture.  Case study is presented to encourage student involvement.

Assessment Task 1 – Case Study - Brief

 

 

Week 3

Session 3

 

Legislative framework / legal responsibilities

          relevant Acts, Regulations,           Codes of Practice and other           publications presented.

          duties and responsibilities           as stated in the Act,                   Regulations, National           Construction Code                     Guidelines and Australian           Standards

 

Visual aids used to demonstrate topic in lecture.  Case study is presented to encourage student involvement.

Legislative question - Submission

 

Week 4

Session 4

 

Occupational health & safety

      hazard analysis process       presented and discussed

Visual aids used to demonstrate topic in lecture.  Case study is presented to encourage student involvement.

 

 

 

Week 5

Session 5

 

Risk analysis

            determine the risk, research             industry specific             hazards and others risks             analysis

 

Visual aids used to demonstrate topic in lecture.  Case study is presented to encourage student involvement.

 

 

 

Week 6

Session 6

Risk register

            risk register and the             consequences in terms of             injury or damage.              Likelihood and scenarios             or circumstances under             which injury or illness may             occur.

 

Visual aids used to demonstrate topic in lecture.  Case study is presented to encourage student involvement.

 

 

 

Week 7

Session 7

Maintenance of buildings

            Part 15 - Essential Safety             Measures

 

 

 

Week 8

 

Mid Semester Break

     No teaching sessions

 

 

 

Week 9

Session 8

Review Assessment Tasks

Assist students in the progress of their Assessment Task

Visual aids used to demonstrate topic in lecture.  Case study is presented to encourage student involvement.

 

Assessment Task 2 – Product Assessment Discussion -
Brief

 

Week 10

Session 9

 

No Session

 

Assessment Task 1 – Case Study - Submission

 

 

Week 11

Session 10

Anthropometrics and Ergonomics

 

Visual aids used to demonstrate topic in lecture.  Case study is presented to encourage student involvement.

 

 

 

Week 12

Session 11

Review Assessment Tasks

Assist students in the progress of their Assessment Task

Visual aids used to demonstrate topic in lecture.  Case study is presented to encourage student involvement.

 

 

Week 13

Session 12

Assessment task 2 - Interviews

 

Interview with teacher.

Assessment Task 2 – Product Assessment Discussion -
Submission

 

Week 14

Session 13

Revision in preparation for Assessment Task 3 – Knowledge questions

Visual aids used to demonstrate topic in lecture.  Case study is presented to encourage student involvement.

 

 

 

Week 15

Session 14

Students to undertake Quiz 3 – Knowledge Questions

Visual aids used to demonstrate topic in lecture.  Numerous case studies presented to demonstrate to student how to apply the legislation to working drawings.

 

Assessment Task 3 – Knowledge Questions

 

Legislative references are: Occupational health and Safety Act, National Construction Code, Australian Standards

*Legend:

            BA = Building Act

            BR = Building regulations

            NCC = National Construction Code

            AS = Australian Standards


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:

The Learning Lab https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab

The Study Support Hub https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub

English for uni workshops https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops


Overview of Assessment

This is a Vocational Education and Training qualification and is assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard required in the workplace. To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.  

Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are: 

CA: Competency Achieved 
NYC: Not Yet Competent 
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment 


Assessment Tasks

You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria 

Assessment Task 1: Case Study- Review a Proposed Residential Development Within the Context of Occupational Health and Safety and to Review Obligations of all Stake Holders to the Project. 

Assessment Task 2: Case Study- Oral Presentation and Review of Notes of Occupational Health and Safety Issues Related to a Residential Development. 

Assessment Task 3 – Knowledge Questions


Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These mapping documents are available through Program Administration if required.  

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

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism: RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy. https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity

Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning: Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification). Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences. Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course. https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit

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