HNC – Construction & The Built Environment – Unit 5 Legal & Statutory Responsibilities in Construction
Submission Format:
The submission is in the form of an individual written report, which contains four sections as set out in the Assignment Brief and Guidance below. The recommended word limit is 4000 words. You will not be penalised for exceeding this word-count but should keep in mind the importance of being clear and concise in professional documents.
Your answers should be written in a concise, formal business style. The selection of font face, font size and line- spacing are left to your discretion but you should keep in mind the importance of clarity and readability in professional documents. You are encouraged to use drawings, images, graphics, and charts to support your report and presentation. Any material that is derived from other sources must be suitably referenced using a standard citation format.
Review the Unit Content from the Unit Specification along with the Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria shown below thoroughly. This shows the depth of knowledge that you must demonstrate in the submission. It is important that your submission meets ALL of the PASS criteria as a minimum requirement. Remember the tasks set up in this brief provide the opportunity for you to respond appropriately to the assessment criteria.
Unit Learning Outcomes:
LO1 Examine the process used to obtain planning permission for the construction and alteration of buildings.
LO2 Discuss the processes and regulations used to control design and to ensure safe buildings.
LO3 Assess the laws used to ensure that construction sites operate safely and consider adjoining land-users.
LO4 Assess how the law of contract and land law are used to sell and lease land and buildings.
