Unit 17 - Building Regulations and Control in Construction - D/600/0441

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Unit 17: Building Regulations and Control in Construction (D/600/0441) develops knowledge of how Building Regulations set minimum standards to ensure safe, hygienic, and energy-efficient buildings in England and Wales. Learners examine the origins and purpose of building control, including relevant Acts, Approved Documents, and enforcement by building control officers or approved inspectors. The unit also builds capability to apply regulations, understand approval procedures and documentation, and prepare submissions for building regulation approval.

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Pages13

Reading Time33 min

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Aim and purpose

Unit introduction

Learning outcomes

Unit content

1 Understand the origins and purpose of building control

2 Know how to apply and enforce Building Regulations

3 Understand the procedures and documentation involved with Building Regulation approval

4 Be able to prepare a submission for Building Regulation approval

Assessment and grading criteria

Unit 17: Building Regulations and Control in Construction Unit code: D/600/0441 QCF Level 3: BTEC Nationals Credit value: 10 Guided learning hours: 60 Aim and purpose This unit gives learners an opportunity to develop a knowledge and understanding of Building Regulations for controlling the safe construction and use of a completed building. Learners will also gain skills in preparing a submission for building regulation approval. Unit introduction The Building Regulations set out the minimum standards required for the construction of most new buildings, and many building alterations in England and Wales, to ensure that buildings are safe, hygienic, energy efficient and do not waste water. The ongoing development and updating of building standards and regulations has taken place over many years. Many changes result from concerns related to other issues, such as public health and sustainable buildings for the future, so the provisions for building standards are scattered amongst numerous Acts of Parliament and local authority by-laws. The Building Regulations are enforced by building control officers or approved inspectors, and enforcement initially involves approval of the proposed design and construction of a building, followed by regular inspections as the work proceeds on site. The unit aims to develop learner knowledge and understanding of the Building Regulations and how they influence building design, construction and use. It will enable learners to gain an understanding of the specific requirements of the regulations and how they are enforced. Learners will acquire knowledge and understanding of the Building Regulations for various aspects of low-rise domestic and commercial building design, and will learn how to apply this to typical construction situations. They will also be able to assemble the necessary documentation needed to make a submission for Building Regulations approval. Learning outcomes On completion of this unit a learner should: 1 Understand the origins and purpose of building control 2 Know how to apply and enforce Building Regulations 3 Understand the procedures and documentation involved with Building Regulation approval 4 Be able to prepare a submission for Building Regulation approval. Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Nationals specification in Construction and the Built Environment – Issue 1 – January 2010 © Edexcel Limited 2009 1 Unit content 1 Understand the origins and purpose of building control Factors: development of building standards relating to hygiene and public health eg the Industrial Revolution; events and changes affecting the construction and use of buildings eg the Great Fire of London, Ronan Point; changes in policy on energy and other environmental issues; local building by-laws; establishment of national standards Purpose: to ensure standards of new build construction and refurbishment; to make buildings safe and hygienic, to improve energy efficiency; to reduce water wastage Legislation and documentation: the Building Acts 1984 and 1991; current Building Regulations; Approved Documents; current developments eg sustainable construction, brownfield sites, uses of contaminated land, energy conservation; reduction of impact of the built environment on the natural environment; application eg new buildings; alterations 2 Know how to apply and enforce Building Regulations Approved Documents: extent and detailed requirements of each part Application of Building Regulations: application of Approved Documents to design and construction of dwellings and commercial buildings in terms of eg stairways, fire precautions, fire spread, insulation, drainage; amendments to Building Regulations; legal obligations of developer and/or contractor to comply with the Building Regulations and Approved Documents Enforcement of Building Regulations: by building control officers or approved inspectors; enforcement by approval of proposed design and constru

FAQs

What is the aim of Unit 17 on Building Regulations and control in construction?

The unit develops knowledge of Building Regulations and how they influence building design, construction, and use. It also builds skills for preparing a submission for building regulation approval.

How are Building Regulations enforced in this unit?

Enforcement is carried out by building control officers or approved inspectors. It begins with approval of proposed design and construction, followed by regular inspections during onsite work.

What types of documentation and submissions are covered for Building Regulation approval?

Learners study submission procedures such as building notices and plans/specification, along with standard documentation for approval and later enforcement stages. They also learn about preparing application forms, drawings, and a location plan where required.

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