The development of the Modular Partitions Competence Framework aims to establish a structured, standardised approach for assessing and ensuring the competency of installers working within the Interior Systems sector. The framework serves to address the growing demand for high-quality and safe installations, promoting the development of skilled professionals who meet industry standards and maintaining the skills and knowledge of those already in the industry.
The framework outlines key competencies required for installing modular partitions, including health and safety, training and qualification landscape and any re-validation requirements. It is designed to guide employers, workers, regulatory bodies, industry professionals and training providers to create a consistent and accountable approach to competency for installing modular partitions. This competency model is intended to reduce risks associated with poor practices, improve building performance, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
Development Process
The development process for this Competency Framework is still currently ongoing. This requires thorough analysis of existing competencies, standards, training, qualifications, current working practices and known issues and identify actions that needed to be addressed.
As part of reaching out for engagement and feedback, the expectation is to define what are the routes, including functions, that can be taken to be considered competent. Within those functions, specify what are the skills, knowledge, experience and behaviours that need to be achieved as part of that process. In addition, the current landscape will need to be considered as to whether it is suitable or if changes need to be implemented.