Reference no: EM133518140
Read and interpret plans and specifications
ASSESSMENT DETAILS
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to read and interpret plans and specifications relevant to construction operations at a basic level.
The unit is suitable for those with basic skills and knowledge undertaking routine work tasks under the direction of more experienced workers.
TASK REQUIREMENTS
Plans and Specs Worksheet
You are to show that you can read and interpret construction plans and specifications. You will do this by answering the questions in the Plans and Specs Worksheet, which is divided into two parts.
In Part A you will answer general questions about plans and specs.
Your assessor will give you a set of plans and specs for a house build, which you will need to use to answer the questions in Part B.
Submit Parts A and B of the Plans and Specs Worksheet when you have finished.
You must correctly complete both parts of the Plans and Specs Worksheet to be marked as satisfactory.
Observation
This task requires you to show, while on a proposed construction site, that you can:
• wear the correct PPE for the purposes of accessing a proposed construction site
• use a site plan and other drawings to:
• orientate the site plan with the site
• locate existing services on the site
• locate boundaries
• identify key features.
Your assessor will give you site plans and elevations for this task.
Tips for completing this task successfully
• When accessing any construction site, whether active or proposed, you must follow safe work practices. If your assessor provides you with any directions or instructions you must follow them immediately.
• If you see anything on the site that could be a hazard, report immediately to your assessor.
• Ensure that you work safely and follow your policies and procedures.
Part A
Your assessor will provide you with a set of plans and specifications for a construction project. You must answer all questions correctly.
Before you look at the plans and specs, complete the following:
Abbreviations
Write down the meaning of each abbreviation.
A / AW
AS
ASB
BCA
BV
BWK
CFT
CBD
CJ
CL
COL
CONC
CR
CW
D
DP
DW
EJ
ENS
FA
FCL
FFL
FL
GPO
HTR
HWS
INSUL
LIN
NGL
PB
RW
SA
SD
S / SW
TSB
U/G
VP
W
WB
WC
WIR
WPF
WRF
Symbols
Write down the meaning of each symbol.
Answer the following questions about plans and specifications.
Explain the following types of plans and drawings, providing two examples of what you would find on each.
• Site plans
• Floor plans
• Elevations
• Sections
What other illustrations may you find in plans?
What types of plans and drawings are commonly referred to as ‘engineering plans'?
What is the purpose of a title block and where is it located?
List at least three different types of construction plans you might encounter in your work.
How can you confirm that the plans you are using are the current copies?
What should you do if you discover that the paint finishes, as listed on the plans, do not match what is documented in the specifications?
You receive a new set of plans and specs for the build. You notice that the notes on the new elevation drawings state that the roof is now Colorbond Ironstone.
How can you make sure that this is the correct drawing, especially when there have already been a number of changes to the roof colour.
Part B
Now it's time to turn your attention to the plans and specs you have been given. Answer all of the questions below, using the specs to help you with specific information.
What type of construction are these plans for?
Cover page
How many drawings are included in this set of plans?
What date were the plans drawn?
What is the project name?
Site plan
What is the scale of the site plan?
What is on either side of the site?
What direction does the front of the house face?
What are the site boundary dimensions?
What is the finished floor level of the building?
Are there any existing outdoor buildings on the site? If yes, list what they are.
What external features are to be built or placed on the site as part of the project?
What is the address/lot number of the site?
Floor plan
What is the scale of the floor plan?
What are the dimensions of the house? (L X W, not area)
How many rooms are there in the house?
What features/fixtures are included in the kitchen?
What are the dimensions of the windows in each living area? You can divide this area of the page so you have a space for each area. (Do not include the kitchen.)
What types of windows are being used in each living area? Include colour and manufacturer in your answer here possible.
What paint finishes are being used in the wet areas?
Elevations
What is the scale of these drawings?
What are the elevations called?
What are the external wall finishes? Include colour and manufacturer in your answer where possible.
Look at the floor plan alongside the elevations. On what elevation is the master bedroom window (list more than one elevation if relevant).
Electrical plans
What types of ceiling lights will be installed in the master bedroom?
How many GPOs are in the master bedroom and are they double or single, or a combination of both?
How many exhaust fans are there in the house?
Environmental requirements
Choose two of the environmental requirements from the list below.
Look in your plans and specs and write down a brief summary of the requirements and controls.
• Clean up
• Stormwater protection
• Waste disposal
• Hazardous substances.
Environmental requirement and controls 1
Environmental requirement and controls 2
Tolerances
Identify and list three tolerances referred to in the specs.
Australian Standards
Identify and list five Australian Standards referred to in the plans and specs.
Finishes
Identify and list 10 different finishes referred to across the plans and specs.
Attachment:- Read and interpret plans and specifications.rar