Cskills Awards L2 NVQ Diploma in Maintenance Operations (Construction)

Cskills Awards L2 NVQ Diploma in Maintenance Operations (Construction) QUA886 Version QUA886/20120404/2 Published by Cskills Awards, Bircham Newton, King s Lynn, Norfolk PE31 6RH First published 2010 Construction Industry Training Board 2010 The Construction Industry Training Board otherwise known as CITB- and is a registered charity (Charity Number: 264289) Cskills Awards has made every effort to ensure that the information contained within this publication is accurate. This pack has been prepared as a downloadable resource. It may be freely printed without further permission from www.cskills.org/awards/qualifications_and_courses/construction/qcf_competence_nvq/printfullqualification.aspx?q=qua886 1/74

Cskills Awards on the condition that it is used solely within the purchasing organisation and is not used for profit or gain. Printed in the UK Welcome Cskills Awards is recognised as an awarding organisation by The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) for qualifications and units in the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) as well as in the National Qualifications Framework (NQF). Cskills Awards provides training, educational services and technology to support the delivery of qualifications in Construction and the Built Environment. Construction and the Built Environment is a diverse industry and Cskills Awards has the qualifications to match. These range from introductory training qualifications for starting out through to higher level competence qualifications for those who are already working in the industry. These qualifications are recognised in a broad range of Construction Apprenticeships. What s inside? All the information you need to deliver L2 NVQ Diploma in Maintenance Operations (Construction). Qualification Overview The aim of this qualification is to recognise the knowledge, skills and competence demonstrated by an individual in the workplace. This Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Maintenance Operations provides the opportunity for individuals who are working as a multi-skilled operative, within three of the following disciplines: Carpentry and Joinery; Painting and Decorating; Plumbing; Drainage; Wall and Floor Tiling; Plastering; Roofing or Trowel Occupations such as Bricklaying or Stonemasonry to demonstrate their competence. The units in this qualification are derived from National Occupational Standards Rules of Combination (ROC) Requirements The L2 NVQ Diploma in Maintenance Operations requires you to select and achieve units across the 9 optional groups which are available. You can select units across these groups, based on an overall rule which ensures you meet the minimum credit value for the qualification. To achieve this qualification a minimum of 82 credits need to be attained by completing all 4 mandatory units, 1 optional unit, plus units from at least 3 of the optional unit groups A to H. Qualification Details Key dates Entry requirements Progression Assessor and verifier toolbox Rules of Combination (RoC) Key Dates Registration Start Date: 04/04/2012Registration Expiry Date: 30/04/2014 23:59:59 Certificate Expiry Date: 30/04/2016 23:59:59 Entry Requirements www.cskills.org/awards/qualifications_and_courses/construction/qcf_competence_nvq/printfullqualification.aspx?q=qua886 2/74

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification. However, you must ensure that individuals have the potential and opportunity to successfully gain the qualification. Progression Achievement of this qualification provides opportunities to progress to further qualifications and training such as: Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Occupational Work Supervision. As part of lifelong learning Cskills Awards encourages learner progression. This qualification offers employment opportunities as individuals are demonstrating occupational competence by qualification achievement. For further details on other qualifications available in this occupational area, see our Qualification search. Assessor and Verifier Toolbox To support you further you may wish to access and use these exemplar Assessment & Verification documents. Standard questions sign-off This example has been designed to help you provide an audit trail to show standard questions have been used to demonstrate the knowledge requirements of the qualification. Additional questions sign-off This example has been designed to help you record additional questions and provide an audit trail when covering the knowledge requirements of the qualification. Assessment plan qualification This example has been designed to help you meet the requirements of A1.1 (assessment standards) planning assessments for the qualification delivery. This focuses on the entire qualification and should be reviewed and revised accordingly. Assessment plan unit This plan has been designed to help you meet the requirements of A1.1 (assessment standards) planning assessments units delivery and focuses on assessment of single units. Assessment plan review (qualification) This example has been designed to help record review sessions with your learners and can be used following each assessment. This document should be updated throughout the qualification. Assessment plan review unit This example has been designed to record review sessions with your learners and can be used following each assessment decision. It covers single unit assessment. Assessment report This example has been designed to capture the assessment details and an assessment decision. A new form should be used for each assessment decision being made. Evidence declaration and Internal Verifier authentication www.cskills.org/awards/qualifications_and_courses/construction/qcf_competence_nvq/printfullqualification.aspx?q=qua886 3/74

This example has been created to help you meet with the requirements to provide a declaration of authenticity. Internal Verification report This example has been created to capture the internal verification feedback or final and interim sampling as well as observed assessment. Internal Verification sample plan This example should be used for planning and recording documents and meets the requirements of the Internal Verification process for sampling. Skill Scan This example helps to identify a learner s skill level at the beginning of their qualification and may assist with assessment planning. Rules of Combination The Rule of Combination (RoC) below specifies the combination of units that need to be achieved for the individual to be awarded the qualification. Qualification Title: L2 NVQ Diploma in Maintenance Operations (Construction) Minimum Credit Value: 82 Minimum Guided Learning Hours (GLH) for this qualification: 274 To achieve this qualification a minimum of 82 credits need to be attained. This comprises the 4 mandatory units plus units from the following 9 optional unit group(s). Mandatory Units (credit value: 20) Units required: 4 Unit Code Title Credits GLH Level QCF209v2 QCF641 QCF642 QCF643 Confirming Work Activities and Resources for an Occupational Work Area in the Workplace Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace Moving, Handling and Storing Resources in the Workplace Unit reference number 10 33 3 A/503/2772 2 7 1 A/503/1170 3 10 2 J/503/1169 5 17 2 F/503/1171 Optional Units (credit value: 8) Units required: 1 Unit Code Title Credits GLH Level QCF250T QCF360AG Erecting and Dismantling Access/Working Platforms in the Workplace Establishing Work Area Protection and Safety in the Workplace Unit reference number 8 27 2 D/600/8281 10 33 2 R/600/7127 www.cskills.org/awards/qualifications_and_courses/construction/qcf_competence_nvq/printfullqualification.aspx?q=qua886 4/74

QCF524A QCF719 Clearing the Site and Handing Over on Completion in the Workplace Providing and Monitoring Construction-related Customer Service in the Workplace 12 40 2 R/600/8052 8 30 5 F/600/7558 Optional Units Group A Optional Units Group B Optional Units Group C Optional Units Group D (credit value: 26) Units required: 2 Unit Code QCF12v2 QCF25v2 QCF525 QCF526 Title Maintaining Non-structural Carpentry Work in the Workplace Maintaining Non-structural or Structural Components in the Workplace Repairing, Replacing and Renewing Gates, Posts and Fencing in the Workplace Replacing Glazing to Windows and Doors in the Workplace Credits GLH Level Unit reference number 14 47 2 T/503/2642 29 97 3 H/503/2717 14 47 2 K/600/8056 12 40 2 T/600/8058 (credit value: 27) Units required: 2 Unit Code Title Credits GLH Level QCF333Av2 QCF336 QCF527 Unit Code QCF122 Unit Code QCF43 Applying Paint Systems by Brush and Roller in the Workplace Hanging Standard Paper Wallcoverings in the Workplace Preparing Background Surfaces for Tiling or Painting/Decorating in the Workplace Unit reference number 20 67 2 L/503/2520 19 63 2 R/600/7175 8 27 2 M/600/8060 (credit value: 16) Units required: 1 Title Installing Basic Plumbing in the Workplace Credits GLH Level Unit reference number 16 53 2 R/600/7483 (credit value: 20) Units required: 1 Title Laying Domestic Drainage in the Workplace Credits GLH Level Unit reference number 20 67 2 T/600/6729 www.cskills.org/awards/qualifications_and_courses/construction/qcf_competence_nvq/printfullqualification.aspx?q=qua886 5/74

Optional Units Group E (credit value: 21) Units required: 2 Unit Code QCF142v2 QCF527 QCF528 Title Tiling Wall and Floor Structures in the Workplace Preparing Background Surfaces for Tiling or Painting/Decorating in the Workplace Removing and Renewing Floor Screeds in the Workplace Credits GLH Level Unit reference number 13 43 2 L/503/2548 8 27 2 M/600/8060 18 60 2 F/600/8063 Optional Units Group F Optional Units Group G Optional Units Group H Unit Code QCF62 QCF65 Unit Code QCF108 QCF228 QCF47 QCF98 (credit value: 30) Units required: 2 Title Preparing Background Surfaces for Plasterwork in the Workplace Applying Finishing Plaster to Background Surfaces in the Workplace Credits GLH Level Unit reference number 12 40 1 H/600/7679 18 60 2 A/600/7686 (credit value: 32) Units required: 2 Title Repairing and Maintaining Built Up Bituminous Roofing in the Workplace Removing and Repairing Eaves and Verge Finishings in the Workplace Maintaining Slate and Tile Roofing in the Workplace Credits GLH Level Unit reference number 16 53 2 A/600/7607 16 53 2 D/600/7177 16 53 2 J/600/6735 (credit value: 18) Units required: 1 Unit Code QCF196v2 QCF50 Repairing Roof Sheeting and Cladding Systems in the Workplace Title Repairing Basic Stonemasonry Structures in the Workplace Repairing and Maintaining Masonry Structures in the Workplace 20 67 2 Y/600/7050 Credits GLH Level Unit reference number 19 63 2 M/503/3126 18 60 2 D/600/6742 Unit Details www.cskills.org/awards/qualifications_and_courses/construction/qcf_competence_nvq/printfullqualification.aspx?q=qua886 6/74

Unit Ref 1 2 3 4 Title QCF65 Applying Finishing Plaster to Background Surfaces in the Workplace Level 2 Credit Value Learning outcomes The learner will be able to: Interpret the given information relating to the work and resources when applying finishing plaster to background surfaces. Know how to comply with relevant legislation and official guidance when applying finishing plaster to background surfaces. Maintain safe working practices when applying finishing plaster to background surfaces. Select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work to apply finishing plaster to background surfaces. www.cskills.org/awards/qualifications_and_courses/construction/qcf_competence_nvq/printfullqualification.aspx?q=qua886 7/74 18 Assessment criteria The learner can: Interpret and extract information from drawings, specifications, 1.1 schedules and manufacturers' information. Comply with information and/or instructions derived from risk 1.2 assessments and method statement. State the organisational procedures developed to report and 1.3 rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources and how they are implemented. Describe different types of information, their source and how they are interpreted in relation to: 1.4 - drawings, specifications, schedules, manufacturers' information and regulations governing buildings. Describe their responsibilities under current legislation and official guidance whilst working: - in the workplace, below ground level, at height, with tools 2.1 and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting. Describe the organisational security procedures for tools, 2.2 equipment and personal belongings in relation to site, workplace, company and operative. State what the accident reporting procedures are and who is 2.3 responsible for making reports. Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and access equipment/working platforms safely to carry out the activity in 3.1 accordance with legislation and organisational requirements when applying finishing plaster to background surfaces. Explain why and when personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used, relating to applying finishing plaster to 3.2 background surfaces, and the types, purpose and limitations of each type. State how emergencies should be responded to in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when 3.3 involved with fires, spillages, injuries and other task-related hazards. Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with the resources in relation to: 4.1 - plasters - hand tools and equipment. Select resources associated with own work in relation to 4.2 materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment. State how the resources should be used correctly, how 4.3 problems associated with the resources are reported and how the organisational procedures are used. Outline potential hazards associated with the resources and 4.4 method of work. Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and wastage 4.5 associated with the method/procedure to apply finishing plaster to background surfaces. 5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage. 5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.

5 6 Minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area when applying finishing plaster to background surfaces. Complete the work within the allocated time when applying finishing plaster to background surfaces. 5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space. Describe how to protect work from damage and the purpose of 5.3 protection in relation to general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions. 5.4 Dispose of waste in accordance with legislation. State why the disposal of waste should be carried out in 5.5 relation to the work. 6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the allocated time. State the purpose of the work programme and explain why 6.2 deadlines should be kept in relation to agreed starting and finishing times. Demonstrate the following work skills when applying finishing 7.1 plaster to background surfaces: - applying and finishing. 7 Comply with the given contract information to apply finishing plaster to background surfaces to the required specification. Prepare and apply finishing plasters to prepared backgrounds 7.2 to contractor's working instructions. Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow procedures, report problems and establish the authority needed to rectify them, to: - apply finishing plasters to vertical and horizontal surfaces in 7.3 new situations - mix plasters - prepare backgrounds - work at height - use hand tools and equipment. 7.4 Safely use and store hand tools and ancillary equipment. State the needs of other occupations and how to communicate 7.5 within a team when applying finishing plaster to background surfaces. Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used when 7.6 applying finishing plaster to background surfaces. Purpose and aim of unit Unit expiry date 31/10/2014 Details of the relationship betw een the unit and relevant national occupational standards or other professional standards or curricula (if appropriate) Assessment requirements or guidance specified by a sector or regulatory body (if appropriate) Additional information about this unit The aim of this unit is to illustrate the skills, know ledge and understanding required to confirm competence in applying finishing plaster to background surfaces in the w orkplace w ithin the relevant sector of industry. This unit is based on the National Occupational Standard 'Apply Finishing Plaster to Background Surfaces' (VR 65) This unit must be assessed in a w ork environment and in accordance w ith: - the Additional Requirements for Qualifications using the title NVQ in QCF - the ' Consolidated Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built Environment - Craft, Supervisory, Technical, Managerial and Professional Units and Qualifications w ith NVQ in the Qualification and Credit Framew ork (QCF) title and SVQs. Assessors for this unit must use a combination of the follow ing assessment methods: - observation of normal w ork activities w ithin the w orkplace that clearly confirms the required skills - questioning the learner on know ledge criteria that clearly confirms the required understanding - review other forms of evidence that can clearly confirm industry required skills, know ledge and understanding. Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry experience and a sufficient depth of occupational expertise and know ledge of applying finishing plaster to background surfaces to be effective and reliable w hen confirming a learner's competence. Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated. www.cskills.org/awards/qualifications_and_courses/construction/qcf_competence_nvq/printfullqualification.aspx?q=qua886 8/74

Support for the unit from a sector skills council or other appropriate body (if required) Location of the unit w ithin the subject/sector classification system Name of the organisation submitting the unit Availability for use 05.2 Building and Construction Shared unit Unit available from 01/11/2009 Unit review date 30/04/2011 Credit value 18 Unit guided learning hours 60 Exemption(s) for this unit VR 65, R/103/1246, Apply Finishing Plaster to Background Surfaces Unit Ref 1 Title QCF333Av2 Applying Paint Systems by Brush and Roller in the Workplace Level 2 Credit Value Learning outcomes The learner will be able to: Interpret the given information relating to the work and resources when applying paint systems by brush and/or roller. 20 Assessment criteria The learner can: Interpret and extract information from specifications, current 1.1 regulations, risk assessments and/or method statements and manufacturers' information. Comply with information and/or instructions derived from risk 1.2 assessments and method statement. State the organisational procedures developed to report and 1.3 rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources and how they are implemented. 1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and how they are interpreted in relation to: specifications, current legislation, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information. 2 3 Know how to comply with relevant legislation and official guidance when applying paint systems by brush and/or roller Maintain safe working practices when applying paint systems by brush and/or roller. 2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current legislation and official guidance whilst working: in the workplace, in confined areas, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling. Describe the organisational security procedures for tools, 2.2 equipment and personal belongings in relation to site, workplace, company and operative. Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and who 2.3 is responsible for making reports. Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and access equipment safely to carry out the activity in accordance with 3.1 legislation and organisational requirements when applying paint systems by brush and/or roller. Explain why and when personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used, relating to applying paint systems by brush 3.2 and/or roller, and the types, purpose and limitations of each type. State how emergencies should be responded to in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal 3.3 skills when involved with fires, spillages, injuries and other task-related hazards. Select resources associated with own work in relation to 4.1 materials, tools and equipment. www.cskills.org/awards/qualifications_and_courses/construction/qcf_competence_nvq/printfullqualification.aspx?q=qua886 9/74

4 5 Select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work to apply paint systems by brush and/or roller. Minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area when applying paint systems by brush and/or roller. Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with the resources in relation to: water-borne and solvent-borne coatings primers, intermediate coatings (undercoats) and finishes (single pack coatings) single-product systems (e.g. emulsions, varnishes) 4.2 solvents knotting, proprietary sealers (stabilisers, Alkali Resisting Primer (ARP)). brushes, rollers and other associated equipment protective sheeting and masking materials access equipment hand tools and associated equipment. Describe how the resources should be used correctly and 4.3 how problems associated with the resources are reported. Explain why the organisational procedures have been 4.4 developed and how they are used for the selection of required resources. Describe any potential hazards associated with the resources 4.5 and method of work. Describe how to calculate quantity of materials required 4.6 associated with the method/procedure to apply paint systems by brush and/or roller. Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage in 5.1 accordance with safe working practices and organisational procedures. 5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space. 5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with legislation. Describe how to protect work from damage and the purpose 5.4 of protection in relation to general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions. Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out safely in accordance with environmental responsibilities, 5.5 organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance. 6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the allocated time. 6 Complete the work within the allocated time when applying paint systems by brush and/or roller. 6.2 7.1 7.2 State the purpose of the work programme and explain why deadlines should be kept in relation to: types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme. Demonstrate the following work skills when applying paint systems by brush and/or roller: mixing, pouring, diluting, loading, laying-on, laying-off, cutting-in. Apply water-borne and/or solvent-borne coatings to internal and/or external surfaces for industrial and/or non-industrial situations, to given working instructions, to: linear/trim/narrow-runs, broad areas and non-flush areas (moulded doors, radiators) by brush and/or roller. Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow procedures, report problems and establish the authority needed to rectify them, to: establish access requirements www.cskills.org/awards/qualifications_and_courses/construction/qcf_competence_nvq/printfullqualification.aspx?q=qua886 10/74

7 Comply with the given contract information to apply paint systems by brush and/or roller to the required specification. 7.3 establish access requirements check suitability of previously prepared surfaces prepare and apply water-borne and solvent-borne coatings by brush and roller prepare coatings with activators coat broad areas, linear/trim/narrow runs and non-flush areas (moulded doors, dados, radiators) stripecoat surface features (industrial environment) select and use brushes, rollers and associated tools and equipment. Describe how atmospheric conditions influence the painting 7.4 process. Safely use and store paint and solvent materials, tools and 7.5 associated equipment. Describe the needs of other occupations and how to 7.6 communicate within a team when applying paint systems by brush and/or roller. Describe how to maintain brushes, rollers and the associated 7.7 tools and equipment used when applying paint systems by brush and/or roller. Purpose and aim of unit Unit expiry date 30/04/2014 Details of the relationship betw een the unit and relevant national occupational standards or other professional standards or curricula (if appropriate) Assessment requirements or guidance specified by a sector or regulatory body (if appropriate) Additional information about this unit The aim of this unit is to illustrate the skills, knowledge and understanding required to confirm competence in applying paint systems by brush and roller in the workplace within the relevant sector of industry. This unit is based on the National Occupational Standard 'Apply Paint Systems by Brush and Roller' (VR 333) This unit must be assessed in a work environment, in accordance with: -the Additional Requirements for Qualifications using the title NVQ in QCF -the Consolidated Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built Environment. Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated Assessment Strategy. Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated. Support for the unit from a sector skills council or other appropriate body (if required) Location of the unit w ithin the subject/sector classification system This unit must be assessed against one of the following endorsements: Decorative finishing Industrial painting 5.2 Building and Construction Name of the organisation submitting the unit Availability for use Shared unit Unit available from 01/08/2011 Unit review date 30/04/2014 Credit value 20 Unit guided learning hours 67 www.cskills.org/awards/qualifications_and_courses/construction/qcf_competence_nvq/printfullqualification.aspx?q=qua886 11/74

Exemption(s) for this unit Learners who have achieved NVQ units within the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) with Cskills Awards or with another Awarding Organisation maybe considered as exemptions from the equivalent units within the QCF. Unit Ref 1 2 3 4 Title QCF524A Clearing the Site and Handing Over on Completion in the Workplace Level 2 Credit Value Learning outcomes The learner will be able to: Interpret the given information relating to the work and resources when clearing the site and handing over on completion. Know how to comply with relevant legislation and official guidance when clearing the site and handing over on completion. Maintain safe working practices when clearing the site and handing over on completion. Select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work to clear the site and hand over on completion. www.cskills.org/awards/qualifications_and_courses/construction/qcf_competence_nvq/printfullqualification.aspx?q=qua886 12/74 12 Assessment criteria The learner can: Interpret and extract information from drawings, specifications, 1.1 method statements, schedules and manufacturers' information. Comply with information and/or instructions derived from risk 1.2 assessments and method statement. State the organisational procedures developed to report and 1.3 rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources and how they are implemented. Describe different types of information, their source and how they are interpreted in relation to: 1.4 - drawings, specifications, method statements, schedules and manufacturers' information. Describe their responsibilities under current legislation and official guidance whilst working: - in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at 2.1 height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting. Describe the organisational security procedures for tools, 2.2 equipment and personal belongings in relation to site, workplace, company and operative. State what the accident reporting procedures are and who is 2.3 responsible for making reports. Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and access equipment safely to carry out the activity in accordance with 3.1 legislation and organisational requirements when clearing the site and handing over on completion. Explain why and when personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used, relating to clearing the site and handing over 3.2 on completion, and the types, purpose and limitations of each type. State how emergencies should be responded to in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when 3.3 involved with fires, spillages, injuries and other task-related hazards. Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and 4.1 defects associated with the resources in relation to: - hand and powered tools and equipment. Select resources associated with own work in relation to 4.2 materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment. State how the resources should be used correctly, how 4.3 problems associated with the resources are reported and how the organisational procedures are used. Outline potential hazards associated with the resources and 4.4 method of work.

5 6 Minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area when clearing the site and handing over on completion. method of work. 5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage. 5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space. Describe how to protect work from damage and the purpose of 5.3 protection in relation to general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions. 5.4 Dispose of waste in accordance with legislation. State why the disposal of waste should be carried out in 5.5 relation to the work. 6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the allocated time. State the purpose of the work programme and explain why Complete the work within the deadlines should be kept in relation to: allocated time when clearing the site 6.2 - types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times and handing over on completion. - organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme. 7 Comply with the given contract information to clear the site and hand over on completion to the required specification. Demonstrate the following work skills when clearing the site and handing over on completion: 7.1 - finishing, positioning, dismantling, clearing, cleaning, tidying and securing. Complete the task and hand the site over, in accordance with given working instructions, ensuring: - excess materials are removed - the quality of the finished task matches the given 7.2 specification - the client, customer or their representative is provided with relevant information and advice - the clients, customer or their representative accepts the condition of the completed task and site. Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow procedures, report problems and establish the authority needed to rectify them, to: - identify required finish quality - remove and dispose of hazardous waste - identify information that will be required by the client, 7.3 customer or their representative - remove excess materials - clean and clear the task and surrounding area - complete records as appropriate - use hand tools, power tools and equipment - work at height - use access equipment. Safely use and store materials, hand tools, portable power 7.4 tools and ancillary equipment. State the needs of other occupations and how to 7.5 communicate within a team when clearing the site and handing over on completion. Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used when 7.6 clearing the site and handing over on completion. Purpose and aim of unit Unit expiry date 31/10/2014 Details of the relationship betw een the unit and relevant national occupational standards or other professional standards or curricula (if appropriate) Additional information about this unit The aim of this unit is to illustrate the skills, know ledge and understanding required to confirm competence in clearing the site and handing over on completion in the w orkplace w ithin the relevant sector of industry. This unit is based on the National Occupational Standard 'Clear Site and Hand Over on Completion' (VR 524) This unit must be assessed in a w ork environment and in accordance w ith: www.cskills.org/awards/qualifications_and_courses/construction/qcf_competence_nvq/printfullqualification.aspx?q=qua886 13/74

Assessment requirements or guidance specified by a sector or regulatory body (if appropriate) Support for the unit from a sector skills council or other appropriate body (if required) Location of the unit w ithin the subject/sector classification system Name of the organisation submitting the unit Availability for use - the Additional Requirements for Qualifications using the title NVQ in QCF - the ' Consolidated Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built Environment - Craft, Supervisory, Technical, Managerial and Professional Units and Qualifications w ith NVQ in the Qualification and Credit Framew ork (QCF) title and SVQs. Assessors for this unit must use a combination of the follow ing assessment methods: - observation of normal w ork activities w ithin the w orkplace that clearly confirms the required skills - questioning the learner on know ledge criteria that clearly confirms the required understanding - review other forms of evidence that can clearly confirm industry required skills, know ledge and understanding. Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry experience and a sufficient depth of occupational expertise and know ledge of clearing the site and handing over on completion to be effective and reliable w hen confirming a learner's competence. Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated. This unit must be assessed against the follow ing endorsement: - Ow n occupational area of w ork 05.2 Building and Construction Shared unit Unit available from 01/11/2009 Unit review date 30/04/2011 Credit value 12 Unit guided learning hours 40 Exemption(s) for this unit VR 524, M/104/0942, Clear Site and Hand Over on Completion Unit Ref 1 2 Title QCF209v2 Confirming Work Activities and Resources for an Occupational Work Area in the Workplace Level 3 Credit Value Learning outcomes The learner will be able to: Identify work activities, assess required resources and plan the sequence of work. Obtain clarification and advice where the resources required are not available. www.cskills.org/awards/qualifications_and_courses/construction/qcf_competence_nvq/printfullqualification.aspx?q=qua886 14/74 10 Assessment criteria The learner can: Identify work activities, assess required resources and plan 1.1 the sequence of work. Identify work activities and formulate a plan for their own 1.2 sequence of work. Explain the types of work relative to the occupational area and 1.3 how to identify different work activities. Explain methods of assessing the resources needed from a 1.4 range of available information. Explain the required information and the different methods 1.5 used to prepare a work programme relative to the occupational area. Seek advice and clarity from appropriate sources on resources 2.1 available and the alternatives that can be used for the work when required resources are not available. Explain the different sources and methods that can be used to 2.2 obtain clarification and advice when the required resources are not available. Assess progress of work against project requirements, taking into account external factors relating to:

3 4 5 Evaluate the work activities and the requirements of any significant external factors against the project requirements. Identify work activities which influence each other and make the best use of the resources available. Identify changed circumstances that require alterations to the work programme and justify them to decision makers. into account external factors relating to: other occupations and /or customers 3.1 resources weather conditions health and safety requirements. Explain different methods of evaluating work activities against the following project requirements: 3.2 contract conditions contract programme health and safety requirements of operatives. Evaluate the requirements of significant external factors that could affect the progress of work, in relation to: other related programmes special working conditions 3.3 weather conditions other occupations/people resources health and safety requirements. 4.1 Determine work activities that have an influence on each other. Evaluate which work activities make the best use of available resources in relation to: 4.2 occupations and/or customers associated with the work tools, plant and/or ancillary equipment materials and components. Explain different methods and sources that can identify which 4.3 work activities influence each other. Describe how to determine the sequence of work activities and 4.4 how long each work activity will take. 4.5 Describe what zero and low carbon requirements are. Explain how work activities and different ways of using 4.6 resources can impact on zero and low carbon requirements, and make a positive contribution to the environment. Evaluate project progress against the work programme to 5.1 identify any changed circumstances. Inform line management and/or customers on the type and 5.2 extent of any required changes to the work programme. Explain how to identify possible alterations to the work programme to meet changed circumstances relating to action 5.3 lists, method statements, duration, schedules and/or occupation specific requirements. Explain how to assess contractual/work effects resulting from 5.4 alterations to the work programme. Explain the methods used to justify to decision makers on the 5.5 effects resulting from alterations to the work programme. Purpose and aim of unit Unit expiry date 30/04/2014 Details of the relationship betw een the unit and relevant national occupational standards or other professional standards or curricula (if appropriate) Additional information about this unit The aim of this unit is to illustrate the skills, knowledge and understanding required to confirm competence in confirming work activities and resources for an occupational work area in the workplace within the relevant sector of industry. This unit is based on the National Occupational Standard Confirm Work Activities and Resources for the Work (VR 209) This unit must be assessed in a work environment, in accordance with: www.cskills.org/awards/qualifications_and_courses/construction/qcf_competence_nvq/printfullqualification.aspx?q=qua886 15/74

Assessment requirements or guidance specified by a sector or regulatory body (if appropriate) the Additional Requirements for Qualifications using the title NVQ in QCF the Consolidated Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built Environment. Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated Assessment Strategy. Support for the unit from a sector skills council or other appropriate body (if required) Location of the unit w ithin the subject/sector classification system Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated. 5.2 Building and Construction Name of the organisation submitting the unit Availability for use Shared unit Unit available from 01/08/2011 Unit review date 30/04/2014 Credit value 10 Unit guided learning hours 33 Exemption(s) for this unit Unit Ref Title None QCF641 Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace Level 1 Credit Value Learning outcomes The learner will be able to: 2 Assessment criteria The learner can: Comply with information from workplace inductions and any 1.1 health, safety and welfare briefings attended relevant to the occupational area. Use health and safety control equipment safely to carry out 1.2 the activity in accordance with legislation and organisational requirements. Comply with statutory requirements, safety notices and 1.3 warning notices displayed within the workplace and/or on equipment. 1 Comply with all workplace health, safety and welfare legislation requirements. 1.4 State why and when health and safety control equipment, identified by the principles of protection, should be used relating to types, purpose and limitations of each type, the work situation, occupational use and the general work environment, in relation to: collective protective measures personal protective equipment (PPE) respiratory protective equipment (RPE) local exhaust ventilation (LEV). State how the health and safety control equipment relevant 1.5 to the work should be used in accordance with the given instructions. 1.6 State which types of health, safety and welfare legislation, notices and warning signs are relevant to the occupational area and associated equipment. www.cskills.org/awards/qualifications_and_courses/construction/qcf_competence_nvq/printfullqualification.aspx?q=qua886 16/74

2 3 Recognise hazards associated with the workplace that have not been previously controlled and report them in accordance with organisational procedures. Comply with organisational policies and procedures to contribute to health, safety and welfare. State why health, safety and welfare legislation, notices and 1.7 warning signs are relevant to the occupational area. State how to comply with control measures that have been 1.8 identified by risk assessments and safe systems of work. Report any hazards created by changing circumstances 2.1 within the workplace in accordance with organisational procedures. List typical hazards associated with the work environment and occupational area in relation to resources, substances, 2.2 asbestos, equipment, obstructions, storage, services and work activities. List the current Health and Safety Executive top ten safety 2.3 risks. List the current Health and Safety Executive top five health 2.4 risks. State how changing circumstances within the workplace 2.5 could cause hazards. State the methods used for reporting changed 2.6 circumstances, hazards and incidents in the workplace. Interpret and comply with given instructions to maintain safe 3.1 systems of work and quality working practices. Contribute to discussions by offering/providing feedback 3.2 relating to health, safety and welfare. Contribute to the maintenance of workplace welfare facilities 3.3 in accordance with workplace welfare procedures. Safely store health and safety control equipment in 3.4 accordance with given instructions. Dispose of waste and/or consumable items in accordance 3.5 with legislation. 3.6 State the organisational policies and procedures for health, safety and welfare, in relation to: dealing with accidents and emergencies associated with the work and environment methods of receiving or sourcing information reporting stopping work evacuation fire risks and safe exit procedures - consultation and feedback. State the appropriate types of fire extinguishers relevant to 3.7 the work. State how and when the different types of fire extinguishers 3.8 are used in accordance with legislation and official guidance. Demonstrate behaviour which shows personal responsibility 4.1 for general workplace health, safety and welfare. 4 Work responsibly to contribute to workplace health, safety and welfare whilst carrying out work in the relevant occupational area. 4.2 State how personal behaviour demonstrates responsibility for general workplace health, safety and welfare, in relation to: recognising when to stop work in the face of serious and imminent danger to self and/or others contributing to discussions and providing feedback reporting changed circumstances and incidents in the workplace complying with the environmental requirements of the workplace. www.cskills.org/awards/qualifications_and_courses/construction/qcf_competence_nvq/printfullqualification.aspx?q=qua886 17/74

workplace. Give examples of how the behaviour and actions of 4.3 individuals could affect others within the workplace. 5 Comply with and support all organisational security arrangements and approved procedures. Provide appropriate support for security arrangements in accordance with approved procedures: during the working day 5.1 on completion of the day s work for unauthorised personnel (other operatives and the general public) for theft. State how security arrangements are implemented in relation 5.2 to the workplace, the general public, site personnel and resources. Purpose and aim of unit Additional information about this unit n/a Unit expiry date 30/04/2014 Details of the relationship betw een the unit and relevant national occupational standards or other professional standards or curricula (if appropriate) Assessment requirements or guidance specified by a sector or regulatory body (if appropriate) n/a This unit must be assessed in a work environment, in accordance with: -the Additional Requirements for Qualifications using the title NVQ in QCF -the Consolidated Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built Environment. Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated Assessment Strategy. Support for the unit from a sector skills council or other appropriate body (if required) Location of the unit w ithin the subject/sector classification system Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated. 5.2 Building and Construction Name of the organisation submitting the unit Availability for use Shared unit Unit available from 01/05/2011 Unit review date 30/04/2014 Credit value 2 Unit guided learning hours 7 Exemption(s) for this unit None Unit Ref 1 Title QCF642 Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace Level 2 Credit Value Learning outcomes The learner will be able to: Communicate with others to establish productive work www.cskills.org/awards/qualifications_and_courses/construction/qcf_competence_nvq/printfullqualification.aspx?q=qua886 18/74 3 Assessment criteria The learner can: Communicate in an appropriate manner with line management, 1.1 colleagues and/or customers to ensure that work is carried out productively. Describe the different methods of communicating with line

1 establish productive work practices. Describe the different methods of communicating with line 1.2 management, colleagues and customers. Describe how to use different methods of communication to ensure 1.3 that the work carried out is productive. Interpret relevant information from organisational procedures in order 2.1 to plan the sequence of work. Plan the sequence of work, using appropriate resources, in 2.2 accordance with organisational procedures to ensure work is completed productively. 2 3 4 Follow organisational procedures to plan the sequence of work. Maintain relevant records in accordance with the organisational procedures. Maintain good working relationships when conforming to productive working practices. Describe how organisational procedures are applied to ensure work is planned and carried out productively, in relation to: 2.3 using resources for own and other s work requirements allocating appropriate work to employees organising the work sequence - reducing carbon emissions. Describe how to contribute to zero/low carbon work outcomes within 2.4 the built environment. Complete relevant documentation according to the occupation as 3.1 required by the organisation. Describe how to complete and maintain documentation in accordance with organisational procedures, in relation to: 3.2 job cards worksheets material/resource lists - time sheets. Explain the reasons for ensuring documentation is completed clearly 3.3 and within given timescales. Carry out work productively, to the agreed specification, in conjunction with line management, colleagues, customers and/or 4.1 other relevant people involved in the work to maintain good working relationships. Apply the principles of equality and diversity and respect the needs of 4.2 individuals when communicating and working with others. 4.3 Describe how to maintain good working relationships, in relation to: individuals customer and operative operative and line management own and other occupations. Describe why it is important to work effectively with line management, 4.4 colleagues and customers. Describe how working relationships could have an effect on productive 4.5 working. Describe how to apply principles of equality and diversity when 4.6 communicating and working with others. Additional information about this unit Purpose and aim of unit n/a Unit expiry date 30/04/2014 Details of the relationship betw een the unit and relevant national occupational standards or other professional standards or curricula (if appropriate) n/a This unit must be assessed in a work environment, in accordance with: www.cskills.org/awards/qualifications_and_courses/construction/qcf_competence_nvq/printfullqualification.aspx?q=qua886 19/74

Assessment requirements or guidance specified by a sector or regulatory body (if appropriate) -the Additional Requirements for Qualifications using the title NVQ in QCF -the Consolidated Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built Environment. Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated Assessment Strategy. Support for the unit from a sector skills council or other appropriate body (if required) Location of the unit w ithin the subject/sector classification system Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated. 5.2 Building and Construction Name of the organisation submitting the unit Availability for use Shared unit Unit available from 01/05/2011 Unit review date 30/04/2014 Credit value 3 Unit guided learning hours 10 Exemption(s) for this unit Unit Ref 1 2 Title None QCF250T Erecting and Dismantling Access/Working Platforms in the Workplace Level 2 Credit Value Learning outcomes The learner will be able to: Interpret the given information relating to the work and resources when erecting and dismantling access/working platforms. Know how to comply with relevant legislation and official guidance when erecting and dismantling access/working platforms. www.cskills.org/awards/qualifications_and_courses/construction/qcf_competence_nvq/printfullqualification.aspx?q=qua886 20/74 8 Assessment criteria The learner can: Interpret and extract information from specifications, method 1.1 statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information. Comply with information and/or instructions derived from risk 1.2 assessments and method statement. State the organisational procedures developed to report and 1.3 rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources and how they are implemented. Describe different types of information, their source and how they are interpreted in relation to: 1.4 - specifications, current legislation, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information. Describe their responsibilities under current legislation and official guidance whilst working: 2.1 - in the workplace, at height, in confined areas, with tools and equipment, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling. Describe the organisational security procedures for tools, 2.2 equipment and personal belongings in relation to site, workplace, company and operative. State what the accident reporting procedures are and who is 2.3 responsible for making reports. Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and access 3.1 equipment safely to carry out the activity in accordance with legislation and organisational requirements when erecting and dismantling access/working platforms.