OVERVIEW:

Focus on the policy implications and structure of the building certification system in QLD in relation to sustainability, the approvals system and outcomes of sustainability in the Building Code of Australia.

LEARNING OUTCOME:

Participants shall:

• Obtain new knowledge and be able to understand: Sustainability outcomes of BCA.
• Share architectural experience and knowledge of: Compliance benefits for sustainability
• Contribute to a better understanding (improved) skills of: Sustainability outcomes of the BCA
• Obtain new knowledge in relation to: Compliance of BCA
• Improved skills through a better understanding of: Sustainability and the BCA

PRESENTATION AND INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP
Presenter: Ed Knight (Director of Knisco)
Academic Qualifications: Bachelor of Building Surveying
Technical: Ed has worked as building certifier/surveyor for nearly 20 years which includes 6.5 years with Knisco. Projects include International Embassy projects throughout Pacific Islands, Africa & USA – projects Nationally in Australia from shopping centres, hospitals and residential towers to the important toilet blocks in QLD National Parks!
Practical Expertise: Ed has been a senior building certifier and building code consultant on large-scale commercial and residential developments for the past 18 years. As Director, Ed is ultimately responsible for the contract administration, whilst maintaining effective communication between Knisco and the project team. As a building code consultant Ed’s role is to provide advice to the project’s design and construction team in relation to building legislation and technical requirements under various building codes and standards, whilst value adding to ensure the team can meet a reasonable expectation with the project. Ed’s experienced and professional approach provides efficient and value added advice to allow flexibility and innovation in the design and construction of buildings, whilst maintaining a clear focus on the projects team goals, ensuring building code compliance is achieved.

Competency Unit: DESIGN

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