Building Control Procedures and Legislation

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1 Unit 19: Building Control Procedures and Legislation Unit code: K/601/1278 QCF level: 5 Credit value: 15 Aim This unit enables learners to develop their understanding of the principles of building control systems and their knowledge of the statutory regulations and procedures for enforcing building control regulations. Unit abstract This unit introduces learners to the requirements of the Building Regulations and the legislation used to control building construction works. Learners will explore the historical aspects that have brought about the present legal arrangements, and the application of these legal arrangements to ensure basic provisions and minimum standards of public safety in construction. Learners will explore the notification procedures that developers must follow, under the legislation, for informing the building control authority of their building plans. The procedures to be undertaken to deal with cases of non-compliance, and the court action taken in extreme cases of noncompliance, are also investigated. This unit will develop learners knowledge and understanding of the construction process and is an essential preparation for work experience in this area. It is relevant for learners seeking careers in building control, building design and construction. Learning outcomes On successful completion of this unit a learner will: 1 Understand the principles of building control systems and the associated primary legislation 2 Know the origins of the statutory regulations and controls in England and Wales 3 Understand the requirements of statutory controls and regulations for construction works 4 Know the procedures for the enforcement of legislation regarding building control regulations. 91

2 Unit content 1 Understand the principles of building control systems and the associated primary legislation Systems of building control: local authority; private approved inspectors Primary legislation: principles of current legislation and building control regulations in England and Wales; structure of the legislation eg primary legislation, secondary legislation (codes of practice, approved documents), regulations; role of central government in legislation 2 Know the origins of the statutory regulations and controls in England and Wales Origins of modern building control: historical aspects of the need for control; history of legislation; introduction of suitable standards Control procedures: building design process; construction process; responsibilities of those intending to carry out building work; process of submission and notification; limitations of control procedures 3 Understand the requirements of statutory controls and regulations for construction works Statutory controls and regulations: importance of compliance; basic provisions; minimum standards; submission of applications; approvals and inspections; notification; issues of interpretation, relaxation and dispensation Application of Building Regulations: current Building Regulations (buildings up to and including medium-rise commercial); industrial and residential developments 4 Know the procedures for the enforcement of legislation regarding building control regulations Building control legislation: applied to construction process; dangerous structures (control of demolition work to protect the public); listing of buildings Enforcement procedures: service of notices; magistrates court orders; providing evidence; appeals procedure 92

3 Learning outcomes and assessment criteria Learning outcomes On successful completion of this unit a learner will: LO1 Understand the principles of building control systems and the associated primary legislation Assessment criteria for pass The learner can: 1.1 examine the relevant primary legislation and its application to the control of construction works 1.2 assess the role of central government in creating building control legislation 1.3 compare the two systems of controlling construction projects LO2 Know the origins of the statutory regulations and controls in England and Wales 2.1 describe the origins of modern building control and the legislation that has resulted in the current system 2.2 describe the procedures for controlling construction projects, including the processes of submission and notification to a building control authority 2.3 outline the uses and limitations of building control systems LO3 Understand the requirements of statutory controls and regulations for construction works LO4 Know the procedures for enforcement of legislation regarding building control regulations 3.1 explain how statutory controls ensure basic provision and the achievement of minimum standards in the construction process 3.2 analyse the application of the Building Regulations to building works up to and including medium-rise commercial, industrial and residential developments 4.1 describe appropriate enforcement procedures under the legislation for dangerous buildings 4.2 describe enforcement procedures used when taking non-compliance cases to court 93

4 Guidance Links This unit links with other Edexcel BTEC HN Construction and the Built Environment units, for example: Unit 1: Design Principles and Application for Construction and the Built Environment Unit 2: Science and Materials for Construction and the Built Environment Unit 6: Health, Safety and Welfare for Construction and the Built Environment Unit 7: Construction and Maintenance of Buildings Unit 8: Technology of Complex Buildings Unit 12: Conversion and Adaptation of Buildings Unit 20: Construction Methods and Design Solutions Unit 24: Design Procedures for Construction Unit 25: Design Technology for Construction. The content of this unit has been designed and mapped against the current CIC National Occupational Standards and the current NVQs at levels 4 and 5. Completion of the learning outcomes will contribute knowledge, understanding and skills towards the evidence requirements of the NVQs. See Annexe B for summary of mapping information to NVQs. This unit has also been mapped to illustrate the links to the NQF units. See Annexe D for summary of mapping information to NQF units. Essential requirements Learners need access to the legislation, regulations and approved documents in order to understand their requirements. Appropriate attention must be given to the requirements of the relevant legislation throughout the delivery of this unit, and for it to be constantly reviewed and updated. Access to the Building Regulations, approved documents, British and relevant European Standard specifications, a range of design guides, manufacturers specifications, relevant legislation and advanced construction textbooks is required. It is essential that a culture of health and safety is embedded in all the units to ensure that the learners understand the importance and relevance of health and safety issues. Therefore there should be clearly signposted aspects of current legislation and health, safety and welfare implications throughout the delivery and assessment of this unit. 94

5 Employer engagement and vocational contexts Tutors should organise site visits, for example shadowing a building control officer carrying out an inspection. To ensure site visits are successful tutors should outline the aims and objectives of the visits, conduct preparatory briefings and encourage learners to review the site visits once completed. Tutors should organise presentations by visiting speakers, for example building control officers on how they carry out their work on various developments. 95