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Introduction
The Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Accessing Operations and Rigging (Construction) is designed to
develop and recognise candidate skills, knowledge and competence in this specialised area
within the construction industry or progress onto further learning.
The awarding body for this qualification is ProQual Awarding Body and the regulatory body
is the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual). The specification for
these qualifications has been approved by the Council for the Curriculum Examinations and
Assessment (CCEA) for use by centres in Northern Ireland.
This qualification has been accredited onto the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).
Qualification Profile
Qualification title ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Accessing Operations
and Rigging (Construction)
Ofqual qualification number 601/6504/2
Level Level 2
Total qualification time 550-1000 hours
Guided learning hours 184-334
Assessment
Pass or fail
Internally assessed and verified by centre staff
External quality assurance by ProQual verifiers
Qualification start date 1/7/15
Qualification end date
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.
Centres should carry out an initial assessment of candidate skills and knowledge to identify
any gaps and help plan the assessment.
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Qualification Structure
Candidates must complete all of the mandatory units and the required units from one
pathway. Candidates may complete any of the additional units, but they will not be counted
towards the qualification.
Pathways:
Pathway 1: Scaffolding
Pathway 2: Steeplejacking
Pathway 3: Lightning Protection Engineer
Pathway 4: Rigging : Suspended Access Equipment – Temporary
Pathway 5: Rigging : Suspended Access Equipment – Permanent
Pathway 6: Safety Net Rigging
Pathway 7: Fall Arrest
Pathway 8: Offshore Scaffolding
Mandatory Units – complete all units for all pathways
Unit Reference
Number Unit Title Unit
Level
Credit
Value
M/600/8303 Utilising provision of fall protection systems and/or
equipment in the workplace 2 17
A/503/1170 Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the
workplace 1 2
J/503/1169 Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace 2 3
F/503/1171 Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace 2 5
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Pathway 1: Scaffolding
Candidates must complete all of the Mandatory units:
Mandatory Units – complete all units
Unit Reference
Number Unit Title Unit
Level
Credit
Value
M/600/8303 Utilising provision of fall protection systems and/or
equipment in the workplace 2 17
A/503/1170 Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the
workplace 1 2
J/503/1169 Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace 2 3
F/503/1171 Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace 2 5
D/600/8264 Erecting and dismantling independent and birdcage scaffolds
in the workplace 2 19
T/600/8271 Erecting and dismantling mobile and static scaffold towers in
the workplace 2 16
R/600/8276 Erecting and dismantling cantilever scaffolds in the workplace 2 19
M/600/8298 Erecting and dismantling pavement or roof scaffolds in the
workplace 2 19
Additional Units – these will not count towards the qualification
Unit Reference
Number Unit Title Unit
Level
Credit
Value
J/600/8341 Equipping scaffolds with safeguards and environmental
protection in the workplace 2 14
F/503/9920 Inspecting scaffolding/rigging systems in the workplace 3 21
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Pathway 2: Steeplejacking
Candidates must complete all of the Mandatory units:
Mandatory Units – complete all units
Unit Reference
Number Unit Title Unit
Level
Credit
Value
M/600/8303 Utilising provision of fall protection systems and/or
equipment in the workplace 2 17
A/503/1170 Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the
workplace 1 2
J/503/1169 Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace 2 3
F/503/1171 Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace 2 5
Y/600/8327
Installing temporary lifting and suspension apparatus in the
workplace 2 25
J/503/9921 Erecting and dismantling steeplejack scaffolds in the
workplace 2 19
L/503/9922 Erecting and removing specialist access equipment in the
workplace 2 2
Additional Unit – this will not count towards the qualification
Unit Reference
Number Unit Title Unit
Level
Credit
Value
D/600/8300 Securing and using rope access arrangements in the
workplace 2 19
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Pathway 3: Lightning Protection Engineer
Candidates must complete all of the Mandatory units:
Mandatory Units – complete all units
Unit Reference
Number Unit Title Unit
Level
Credit
Value
M/600/8303 Utilising provision of fall protection systems and/or
equipment in the workplace 2 17
A/503/1170 Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the
workplace 1 2
J/503/1169 Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace 2 3
F/503/1171 Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace 2 5
Y/600/8330 Installing Lightning Protection systems in the workplace 2 20
J/600/8338 Commissioning Lightning Protection installation systems in
the workplace 2 22
L/503/9922 Erecting and removing specialist access equipment in the
workplace 2 22
A/503/9639 Locating and protecting utilities apparatus and sub-structures
in the workplace 2 12
Additional Units – these will not count towards the qualification
Unit Reference
Number Unit Title Unit
Level
Credit
Value
Y/600/8327 Installing temporary lifting and suspension apparatus in the
workplace 2 25
D/600/8300 Securing and using rope access arrangements in the
workplace 2 19
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Pathway 4: Rigging : Suspended Access Equipment – Temporary
Candidates must complete all of the Mandatory units, plus one Optional unit:
Mandatory Units – complete all units
Unit Reference
Number Unit Title Unit
Level
Credit
Value
M/600/8303 Utilising provision of fall protection systems and/or
equipment in the workplace 2 17
A/503/1170 Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the
workplace 1 2
J/503/1169 Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace 2 3
F/503/1171 Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace 2 5
Y/600/8327 Installing temporary lifting and suspension apparatus in the
workplace 2 25
L/503/9922 Erecting and removing specialist access equipment in the
workplace 2 22
Optional Units – complete ONE unit
Unit Reference
Number Unit Title Unit
Level
Credit
Value
T/600/8271 Erecting and dismantling mobile and static scaffold towers in
the workplace 2 16
J/600/7111 Carrying out checks and/or basic maintenance on plant or
machinery in the workplace 2 8
T/503/9560 Establishing work area protection and safety in the workplace 2 10
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Pathway 5: Rigging : Suspended Access Equipment – Permanent
Candidates must complete all of the Mandatory units, plus one Optional unit:
Mandatory Units – complete all units
Unit Reference
Number Unit Title Unit
Level
Credit
Value
M/600/8303 Utilising provision of fall protection systems and/or
equipment in the workplace 2 17
A/503/1170 Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the
workplace 1 2
J/503/1169 Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace 2 3
F/503/1171 Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace 2 5
T/600/8349 Installing permanent suspended access equipment in the
workplace 2 16
M/600/8351 Using cradle access systems in the workplace 2 19
Optional Units – complete ONE unit
Unit Reference
Number Unit Title Unit
Level
Credit
Value
T/600/8271 Erecting and dismantling mobile and static scaffold towers in
the workplace 2 16
J/600/7111 Carrying out checks and/or basic maintenance on plant or
machinery in the workplace
2 8
T/503/9560 Establishing work area protection and safety in the workplace 2 10
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Pathway 6: Safety Net Rigging
Candidates must complete all of the Mandatory units, plus one Optional unit:
Mandatory Units – complete all units
Unit Reference
Number Unit Title Unit
Level
Credit
Value
M/600/8303 Utilising provision of fall protection systems and/or
equipment in the workplace 2 17
A/503/1170 Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the
workplace 1 2
J/503/1169 Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace 2 3
F/503/1171 Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace 2 5
J/600/8291 Installing and removing safety net rigging in the workplace 2 16
Optional Units – complete ONE unit
Unit Reference
Number Unit Title Unit
Level
Credit
Value
K/506/4648 Preparing and operating scissor-type mobile elevating work
platforms (MEWP) in the workplace 2 12
M/506/4649 Preparing and operating boom-type mobile elevating work
platforms (MEWP) in the workplace 2 14
H/506/4650 Preparing and operating mast climber-type mobile elevating
work platforms (MEWP) in the workplace 2 12
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Pathway 7: Fall Arrest
Candidates must complete all of the Mandatory units, plus one Optional unit:
Mandatory Units – complete all units
Unit Reference
Number
Unit Title Unit
Level
Credit
Value
M/600/8303 Utilising provision of fall protection systems and/or
equipment in the workplace 2 17
A/503/1170 Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the
workplace 1 2
J/503/1169 Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace 2 3
F/503/1171 Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace 2 5
Y/600/8294 Installing and setting up provision for fall protection in the
workplace 2 19
Optional Units – complete ONE unit
Unit Reference
Number
Unit Title Unit
Level
Credit
Value
K/506/4648 Preparing and operating scissor-type mobile elevating work
platforms (MEWP) in the workplace 2 12
M/506/4649 Preparing and operating boom-type mobile elevating work
platforms (MEWP) in the workplace 2 14
H/506/4650 Preparing and operating mast climber-type mobile elevating
work platforms (MEWP) in the workplace 2 12
Additional Unit – this will not count towards the qualification
Unit Reference
Number Unit Title Unit
Level
Credit
Value
J/600/8291 Installing and removing safety net rigging in the workplace 2 16
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Pathway 8: Offshore Scaffolding
Candidates must complete all of the Mandatory units, plus one Optional unit:
Mandatory Units – complete all units
Unit Reference
Number Unit Title Unit
Level
Credit
Value
M/600/8303 Utilising provision of fall protection systems and/or
equipment in the workplace 2 17
A/503/1170 Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the
workplace 1 2
J/503/1169 Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace 2 3
F/503/1171 Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace 2 5
D/600/8264 Erecting and dismantling independent and birdcage scaffolds
in the workplace 2 19
T/600/8271 Erecting and dismantling mobile and static scaffold towers in
the workplace 2 16
R/600/8276 Erecting and dismantling cantilever scaffolds in the workplace 2 19
Optional Units – complete ONE unit
Unit Reference
Number Unit Title Unit
Level
Credit
Value
M/600/8298 Erecting and dismantling pavement or roof scaffolds in the
workplace 2 19
Y/600/8327 Installing temporary lifting and suspension apparatus in the
workplace 2 25
D/600/8300 Securing and using rope access arrangements in the
workplace 2 19
Additional Unit – this will not count towards the qualification
Unit Reference
Number Unit Title Unit
Level
Credit
Value
J/600/8341 Equipping scaffolds with safeguards and environmental
protection in the workplace 2 14
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Centre Requirements
Centres must be approved to offer this qualification. If your centre is not approved please
complete and submit form ProQual Additional Qualification Approval Application.
Staff
Staff delivering this qualification must be appropriately qualified and/or occupationally
competent.
Assessors/Internal Quality Assurance
For each competence-based unit centres must be able to provide at least one assessor and
one internal quality assurance verifier who are suitably qualified for the specific
occupational area. Assessors and internal quality assurance verifiers for competence-based
units or qualifications will normally need to hold appropriate assessor or verifier
qualifications, such as:
- Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment
- Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement
- Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
- Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practices
- Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and
Practices
Support for Candidates
Materials produced by centres to support candidates should:
- enable them to track their achievements as they progress through the learning
outcomes and assessment criteria;
- provide information on where ProQual’s policies and procedures can be viewed;
- provide a means of enabling Internal and External Quality Assurance staff to
authenticate evidence
Assessment
This qualification is competence-based, candidates must demonstrate the level of
competence described in the units. Assessment is the process of measuring a candidate’s
skill, knowledge and understanding against the standards set in the qualification.
The qualification must be internally assessed by an appropriately experienced and qualified
assessor.
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Each candidate is required to produce a portfolio of evidence which demonstrates their
achievement of all of the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for each unit.
Evidence can include: – observation report by assessor
– assignments/projects/reports
– professional discussion
– witness testimony
– candidate product
– worksheets
– record of oral and written questioning
– Recognition of Prior Learning
Learning outcomes set out what a candidate is expected to know, understand or be able to
do.
Assessment criteria specify the standard a candidate must meet to show the learning
outcome has been achieved.
Learning outcomes and assessment criteria for this qualification can be found from page 16.
Internal Quality Assurance
An internal quality assurance verifier confirms that assessment decisions made in centres
are made by competent and qualified assessors, that they are the result of sound and fair
assessment practice and that they are recorded accurately and appropriately.
Adjustments to Assessment
Adjustments to standard assessment arrangements are made on the individual needs of
candidates. ProQual’s Reasonable Adjustments Policy and Special Consideration Policy sets
out the steps to follow when implementing reasonable adjustments and special
considerations and the service that ProQual provides for some of these arrangements.
Centres should contact ProQual for further information or queries about the contents of the
policy.
Results Enquiries and Appeals
All enquiries relating to assessment or other decisions should be dealt with by centres, with
reference to ProQual’s Enquiries and Appeals Procedures.
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Certification
Candidates who achieve the required credits for qualifications will be awarded:
- A certificate listing all units achieved with their related credit value, and
- A certificate giving the full qualification title –
ProQual Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Accessing Operations and Rigging (Construction)
Claiming certificates
Centres may claim certificates for candidates who have been registered with ProQual and
who have successfully achieved the required number of credits for a qualification. All
certificates will be issued to the centre for successful candidates.
Unit certificates
If a candidate does not achieve all of the units/credits required for a qualification, the centre
may claim a unit certificate for the candidate which will list all of the units/credits achieved.
Replacement certificates
If a replacement certificate is required a request must be made to ProQual in writing.
Replacement certificates are labelled as such and are only provided when the claim has
been authenticated. Refer to the Fee Schedule for details of charges for replacement
certificates.
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Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria
Unit M/600/8303
Utilising Provision of Fall Protection Systems and/or Equipment in
the Workplace
Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Interpret the given information
relating to the work and
resources when utilising
provision of fall protection
systems and/or equipment.
1.1 Interpret and extract information from plans,
drawings, specifications, method statements, risk
assessments, schedules and manufacturers’
information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions
derived from risk assessments and method
statement.
1.3 State the organisational procedures developed to
report and 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:
– drawings, specifications, method statements,
risk assessments, schedules, manufacturers’
information, regulations and official guidance
associated with the provision of fall protection
systems.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and official
guidance when utilising
provision of fall protection
systems and/or equipment.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current
legislation and official guidance whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in
confined spaces, at height, with tools and
equipment, with materials and substances, with
movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures
for tools, equipment and personal belongings in
relation to site, workplace, company and
operative.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
2.3 State what the accident reporting procedures are
and who is responsible for making reports.
3 Avoid risk by maintaining safe
working practices when
utilising provision of fall
protection systems and/or
equipment.
3.1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and
access equipment safely to carry out the activity
in accordance with legislation and organisational
requirements when utilising provision of fall
protection systems and/or equipment.
3.2 Explain why, when and how personal protective
equipment (PPE) should be used, relating to
utilising provision of fall protection systems
and/or equipment, and the types, purpose and
limitations of each type.
3.3 State how emergencies should be responded to
in accordance with organisational authorisation
and personal skills when involved with fires,
spillages, injuries and other task-related hazards.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for the
methods of work to utilise
provision of fall protection
systems and/or equipment.
4.1 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses,
limitations and defects associated with the
resources in relation to:
– collective protective equipment
– full body harness
– lanyard with and without shock absorber
– associated hooks, rings and buckles
– tools and equipment.
4.2 Select resources associated with own work in
relation to materials and components, tools and
equipment.
4.3 State how the resources should be used correctly,
how problems associated with the resources are
reported and how the organisational procedures
are used.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
4.4 Outline potential hazards associated with the
resources and method of work.
4.5 Describe how to calculate quantity associated
with the method/procedure to utilise provision of
fall protection systems.
5 Minimise the risk of damage to
the work and surrounding area
when utilising provision of fall
protection systems and/or
equipment.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from
damage.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work
space.
5.3 Describe how to protect work from damage and
the purpose of protection in relation to general
workplace activities, other occupations and
adverse weather conditions.
5.4 Dispose of waste in accordance with legislation.
5.5 State why the disposal of waste should be carried
out safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations
and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within the
allocated time when utilising
provision of fall protection
systems and/or equipment.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 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.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
7 Comply with the given contract
information to utilise provision
of fall protection systems to
the required specification
and/or equipment.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when
utilising provision of fall protection systems
and/or equipment:
– wearing, attaching, setting out, positioning,
securing, checking and removing.
7.2 Employ and utilise fall protection systems and/or
equipment to given working instructions, using
recognised anchor points for two of the
following:
– scaffold/rigging
– secured steelwork structures
– wire and rope systems
– permanently installed anchorage points
– temporary anchorage points
– track systems
– proprietary systems.
7.3 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– locate and position fall protection systems
– wear safety harnesses, attach and secure to fall
protection system’s equipment
– identify the differences between, fall arrest,
restraint and access systems and harnesses
– identify the differences between shock
absorbent and restraining lanyards
– visually inspect the fall protection system and
equipment for security, safety and operational
movement
– identify the thorough examination and test
criteria for fall protection equipment (inertia
reels, eyebolts and anchor points)
– apply hierarchy of control measures for working
at height
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
– detach and remove fall protection attire and
equipment
– comply with a rescue plan
– use hand tools
– use access equipment.
7.4 Safely use and store materials, hand tools, and
fall protection systems and equipment.
7.5 State the needs of other occupations and how to
communicate within a team when utilising
provision for fall protection systems.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools, systems and
equipment used when utilising provision of fall
protection systems and/or equipment.
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Unit A/503/1170
Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace
Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Comply with all workplace
health, safety and welfare
legislation requirements.
1.1 Comply with information from workplace
inductions and any health, safety and welfare
briefings attended relevant to the occupational
area.
1.2 Use health and safety control equipment
safely to carry out the activity in accordance with
legislation and organisational requirements.
1.3 Comply with statutory requirements, safety
notices and warning notices displayed within the
workplace and/or on equipment.
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).
1.5 State how the health and safety control
equipment relevant 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.
1.7 State why health, safety and welfare legislation,
notices and warning signs are relevant to the
occupational area.
1.8 State how to comply with control measures that
have been identified by risk assessments and
safe systems of work.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
2 Recognise hazards associated
with the workplace that have
not been previously controlled
and report them in accordance
with organisational procedures.
2.1 Report any hazards created by changing
circumstances within the workplace in
accordance with organisational procedures.
2.2 List typical hazards associated with the work
environment and occupational area in relation to
resources, substances, asbestos, equipment,
obstructions, storage, services and work
activities.
2.3 List the current Health and Safety Executive top
ten safety risks.
2.4 List the current Health and Safety Executive top
five health risks.
2.5 State how changing circumstances within the
workplace could cause hazards.
2.6 State the methods used for reporting changed
circumstances, hazards and incidents in the
workplace.
3 Comply with organisational
policies and procedures to
contribute to health, safety and
welfare.
3.1 Interpret and comply with given instructions to
maintain safe systems of work and quality
working practices.
3.2 Contribute to discussions by offering/providing
feedback relating to health, safety and welfare.
3.3 Contribute to the maintenance of workplace
welfare facilities in accordance with workplace
welfare procedures.
3.4 Safely store health and safety control equipment
in accordance with given instructions.
3.5 Dispose of waste and/or consumable items in
accordance 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
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
– methods of receiving or sourcing information
– reporting
– stopping work
– evacuation
– fire risks and safe exit procedures
– consultation and feedback.
3.7 State the appropriate types of fire extinguishers
relevant to the work.
3.8 State how and when the different types of fire
extinguishers are used in accordance with
legislation and official guidance.
4 Work responsibly to contribute
to workplace health, safety and
welfare whilst carrying out work
in the relevant occupational
area.
4.1 Demonstrate behaviour which shows personal
responsibility for general workplace health,
safety and welfare.
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.
4.3 Give examples of how the behaviour and actions
of individuals could affect others within the
workplace.
5 Comply with and support all
organisational security
arrangements and approved
procedures.
5.1 Provide appropriate support for security
arrangements in accordance with approved
procedures:
– during the working day
– on completion of the day’s work
– for unauthorised personnel (other operatives
and the general public)
– for theft.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
5.2 State how security arrangements are
implemented in relation to the workplace, the
general public, site personnel and resources.
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Unit J/503/1169
Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace
Learning Outcome – The
learner will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Communicate with others
to establish productive
work practices.
1.1 Communicate in an appropriate manner with line
management, colleagues and/or customers to ensure
that work is carried out productively.
1.2 Describe the different methods of communicating
with line management, colleagues and customers.
1.3 Describe how to use different methods of
communication to ensure that the work carried out is
productive.
2 Follow organisational
procedures to plan the
sequence of work.
2.1 Interpret relevant information from organisational
procedures in order to plan the sequence of work.
2.2 Plan the sequence of work, using appropriate
resources, in accordance with organisational
procedures to ensure work is completed productively.
2.3 Describe how organisational procedures are applied
to ensure work is planned and carried out
productively, in relation to:
– using resources for own and other’s work
requirements
– allocating appropriate work to employees
– organising the work sequence
– reducing carbon emissions.
2.4 Describe how to contribute to zero/low carbon work
outcomes within the built environment.
3 Maintain relevant records
in accordance with the
organisational procedures.
3.1 Complete relevant documentation according to the
occupation as required by the organisation.
3.2 Describe how to complete and maintain
documentation in accordance with organisational
procedures, in relation to:
– job cards
– worksheets
– material/resource lists
– time sheets.
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Learning Outcome – The
learner will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
3.3 Explain the reasons for ensuring documentation is
completed clearly and within given timescales.
4 Maintain good working
relationships when
conforming to productive
working practices.
4.1 Carry out work productively, to the agreed
specification, in conjunction with line management,
colleagues, customers and/or other relevant people
involved in the work to maintain good working
relationships.
4.2 Apply the principles of equality and diversity and
respect the needs of 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.
4.4 Describe why it is important to work effectively with
line management, colleagues and customers.
4.5 Describe how working relationships could have an
effect on productive working.
4.6 Describe how to apply principles of equality and
diversity when communicating and working with
others.
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Unit F/503/1171
Moving, Handling and Storing Resources in the Workplace
Learning Outcome – The
learner will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Comply with given
information when moving,
handling and/or storing
resources.
1.1 Interpret the given information relating to moving,
handling and/or storing resources, relevant to the
given occupation.
1.2 Interpret the given information relating to the use
and storage of lifting aids and equipment.
1.3 Describe the different types of technical, product and
regulatory information, their source and how they are
interpreted.
1.4 State the organisational procedures developed to
report and rectify inappropriate information and
unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
1.5 Describe how to obtain information relating to using
and storing lifting aids and equipment.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
moving, handling and/or
storing resources.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current
legislation and official guidance whilst working:
– in the workplace, in confined spaces, below ground
level, at height, with tools and equipment, with
materials and substances, with movement/storage of
materials and by manual handling and mechanical
lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation
to site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are
and who is responsible for making the reports.
2.4 State the appropriate types of fire extinguishers
relevant to the work.
2.5 Describe how and when the different types of fire
extinguishers, relevant to the given occupation, are
used in accordance with legislation and official
guidance.
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Learning Outcome – The
learner will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
3 Maintain safe working
practices when moving,
handling and/or storing
resources.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely to
carry out the activity in accordance with legislation
and organisational requirements when moving,
handling and/or storing resources.
3.2 Use lifting aids safely as appropriate to the work.
3.3 Protect the environment in accordance with safe
working practices as appropriate to the work.
3.4 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of protection,
should be used, relating to moving, handling and/or
storing resources, and the 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).
3.5 Describe how the health and safety control
equipment relevant to the work should be used in
accordance with the given instructions.
3.6 State how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related hazards.
4 Select the required
quantity and quality of
resources for the methods
of work to move, handle
and/or store occupational
resources.
4.1 Select the relevant resources to be moved, handled
and/or stored, associated with own work.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses,
sustainability, limitations and defects associated with
the occupational resources in relation to:
– lifting and handling aids
– container(s)
– fixing, holding and securing systems.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be handled and
how any problems associated with the resources are
reported.
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Learning Outcome – The
learner will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been
developed and how they are used for the selection of
required resources.
4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
5 Prevent the risk of damage
to occupational resources
and surrounding
environment when
moving, handling and/or
storing resources.
5.1 Protect occupational resources and their surrounding
area from damage in accordance with safe working
practices and organisational procedures.
5.2 Dispose of waste and packaging in accordance with
legislation.
5.3 Maintain a clean work space when moving, handling
or storing resources.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general
workplace activities, other occupations and adverse
weather conditions
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried
out safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations
and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
moving, handling and/or
storing resources.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 State the purpose of the work programme and
explain why deadlines should be kept in relation to:
– progress charts, timetables and estimated times
– organisational procedures for reporting
circumstances which will affect the work programme.
7 Comply with the given
occupational resource
information to move,
handle and/or store
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when moving,
handling and/or storing occupational resources:
– moving, positioning, storing, securing and/or using
lifting aids and kinetic lifting techniques.
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Learning Outcome – The
learner will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
resources to the required
guidance.
7.2 Move, handle and/or store occupational resources to
meet product information and organisational
requirements relating to three of the following:
– sheet material
– loose material
– bagged or wrapped material
– ragile material
– tools and equipment
– components
– liquids.
7.3 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them when moving,
handling and/or storing occupational resources.
7.4 Describe the needs of other occupations when
moving, handling and/or storing resources.
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Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Accessing Operations & Rigging
Unit D/600/8264
Erecting and Dismantling Independent and Birdcage Scaffolds in
the Workplace
Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
erecting and dismantling
independent and birdcage
scaffolds.
1.1 Interpret and extract information from drawings
and sketches, method statements, risk
assessments, specifications, schedules and
manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions
derived from risk assessments and method
statement.
1.3 State the organisational procedures developed to
report and 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:
– drawings and sketches, method statements, risk
assessments, specifications, schedules,
manufacturers’ information, regulations and
official guidance associated with scaffolding work.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and official
guidance when erecting and
dismantling independent and
birdcage scaffolds.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current
legislation and official guidance whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in
confined spaces, at height, with tools and
equipment, with materials and substances, with
movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures
for tools, equipment and personal belongings in
relation to site, workplace, company and
operative.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
2.3 State what the accident reporting procedures are
and who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe working
practices when erecting and
dismantling independent and
birdcage scaffolds.
3.1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and
access equipment safely to carry out the activity
in accordance with legislation and organisational
requirements when erecting and dismantling
independent and birdcage scaffolds.
3.2 Explain why, when and how personal protective
equipment (PPE) should be used, relating to
erecting and dismantling independent and
birdcage scaffolds, and the types, purpose and
limitations of each type.
3.3 State how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related hazards.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to erect
and dismantle independent
and birdcage scaffolds.
4.1 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses,
limitations and defects associated with the
resources in relation to:
– tube and fitting
– systems scaffold
– associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties,
boards, plates, beams, ladders, proprietary
components etc.)
– hand tools and ancillary equipment.
4.2 Select resources associated with own work in
relation to materials, components, fixings/anchors
and ties, tools and equipment, and access
equipment.
4.3 State how the resources should be used correctly,
how problems associated with the resources are
reported and how the organisational procedures
are used.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
4.4 Outline potential hazards associated with the
resources and method of work.
4.5 Describe how to calculate quantity, length and
area associated with the method/procedure to
erect and dismantle independent and birdcage
scaffolds.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and surrounding
area when erecting and
dismantling independent and
birdcage scaffolds.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from
damage.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work
space.
5.3 Describe how to protect work from damage and
the purpose of protection in relation to general
workplace activities, other occupations and
adverse weather conditions.
5.4 Dispose of waste in accordance with legislation.
5.5 State why the disposal of waste should be carried
out safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations
and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within the
allocated time when erecting
and dismantling independent
and birdcage scaffolds.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 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.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
7 Comply with the given
contract information to erect
and dismantle independent
and birdcage scaffolds to the
required specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when
erecting and dismantling independent and
birdcage scaffolds:
– measuring, setting out, assembling, fixing,
positioning, securing and removing.
7.2 Erect and dismantle independent and birdcage
scaffolds to given working instructions using
either of the following materials and component
make-up:
– tube and fitting
– systems scaffold.
7.3 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– confirm the area to erect the independent and
birdcage scaffolds
– confirm that the stability of the
foundation/structure on which the scaffold will be
erected and secured has been considered
– identify the technical differences between
independent and birdcage scaffolds
– confirm the materials and component make-up
(tube and fitting, systems scaffolds)
– set out and prepare for the erection of
independent and birdcage scaffolds
– erect and secure scaffolds for use by other
occupations
– erect designed and un-designed scaffolds
(limitations and formula)
– dismantle and remove independent and
birdcage scaffolds
– visually inspect fall protection equipment
– install and test anchors and ties
– use hand tools and ancillary equipment
– work at …
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
7.4 … height
– use access equipment.
7.5 Safely use and store materials, hand tools and
ancillary equipment.
7.6 State the needs of other occupations and how to
communicate within a team when erecting and
dismantling independent and birdcage scaffolds.
7.7 Describe how to maintain the tools and
equipment used when erecting and dismantling
independent and birdcage scaffolds.
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Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Accessing Operations & Rigging
Unit T/600/8271
Erecting and Dismantling Mobile and Static Scaffold Towers in the
Workplace
Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
erecting and dismantling
mobile and static scaffold
towers.
1.1 Interpret and extract information from plans,
drawings and sketches, specifications, method
statements, risk assessments, schedules and
manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions
derived from risk assessments and method
statement.
1.3 State the organisational procedures developed to
report and 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:
– plans, drawings and sketches, method
statements, risk assessments, specifications,
schedules, manufacturers’ information, standards,
regulations and official guidance associated with
scaffolding work.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and official
guidance when erecting and
dismantling mobile and static
scaffold towers.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current
legislation and official guidance whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in
confined spaces, at height, with tools and
equipment, with materials and substances, with
movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures
for tools, equipment and personal belongings in
relation to site, workplace, company and
operative.
2.3 State what the accident reporting procedures are
and who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe working
practices when erecting and
3.1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and
access equipment safely to carry out the activity
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
dismantling mobile and static
scaffold towers.
in accordance with legislation and organisational
requirements when erecting and dismantling
mobile and static scaffold towers.
3.2 Explain why, when and how personal protective
equipment (PPE) should be used, relating to
erecting and dismantling mobile and static
scaffold towers, and the types, purpose and
limitations of each type.
3.3 State how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related hazards.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to erect
and dismantle mobile and
static scaffold towers.
4.1 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses,
limitations and defects associated with the
resources in relation to:
– tube and fitting
– systems scaffold
– associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties,
boards, plates, beams, ladders, proprietary
components etc.)
– hand tools and ancillary equipment.
4.2 Select resources associated with own work in
relation to materials, components, fixings/anchors
and ties, tools and equipment and access
equipment.
4.3 State how the resources should be used correctly,
how problems associated with the resources are
reported and how the organisational procedures
are used.
4.4 Outline potential hazards associated with the
resources and method of work.
4.5 Describe how to calculate quantity, length and
area associated with the method/procedure to
erect and dismantle mobile and static scaffold
towers.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and surrounding
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from
damage.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
area when erecting and
dismantling mobile and static
scaffold towers.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work
space.
5.3 Describe how to protect work from damage and
the purpose of protection in relation to general
workplace activities, other occupations and
adverse weather conditions.
5.4 Dispose of waste in accordance with legislation.
5.5 State why the disposal of waste should be carried
out safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations
and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within the
allocated time when erecting
and dismantling mobile and
static scaffold towers.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 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.
7 Comply with the given
contract information to erect
and dismantle mobile and
static scaffold towers to the
required specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when
erecting and dismantling mobile and static
scaffold towers:
– measuring, setting out, assembling, fixing,
positioning, securing and removing.
7.2 Erect and dismantle mobile and static scaffold
towers to given working instructions using either
of the following materials and component makeup:
– tube and fitting
– systems scaffold.
7.3 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
– confirm the area to erect the scaffold tower
– confirm that the stability of the
foundation/structure on which the scaffold tower
(mobile and static) will be erected and secured
has been considered
– confirm the materials and component make-up
(tube and fitting, systems scaffold)
– set out and prepare for the scaffold structure
– identify base and height ratio’s
– employ outriggers
– install and test anchors and ties
– erect scaffold towers for support and access
– erect and secure the scaffold for the use of
other occupations
– move mobile scaffold towers
– erect designed and un-designed scaffold towers
(limitations and formula)
– dismantle and remove scaffold tower
– visually inspect fall protection equipment
– use …
7.4 … hand tools and ancillary equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment (mobile and static).
7.5 Safely use and store materials, hand tools and
ancillary equipment.
7.6 State the needs of other occupations and how to
communicate within a team when erecting and
dismantling mobile and static scaffold towers.
7.7 Describe how to maintain the tools and
equipment used when erecting and dismantling
mobile and static scaffold towers.
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ProQual, January 2019
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Accessing Operations & Rigging
Unit R/600/8276
Erecting and Dismantling Cantilever Scaffolds in the Workplace
Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
erecting and dismantling
cantilever scaffolds.
1.1 Interpret and extract information from plans,
drawings and sketches, specifications, method
statements, risk assessments, schedules and
manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions
derived from risk assessments and method
statement.
1.3 State the organisational procedures developed to
report and 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:
– plans, drawings and sketches, method
statements, risk assessments, specifications,
schedules, manufacturers’ information, standards,
regulations and official guidance associated with
scaffolding work.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
erecting and dismantling
cantilever scaffolds.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current
legislation and official guidance whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in confined
spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with
materials and substances, with movement/storage
of materials and by manual handling and
mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in
relation to site, workplace, company and
operative.
2.3 State what the accident reporting procedures are
and who is responsible for making reports.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
3 Maintain safe working
practices when erecting and
dismantling cantilever
scaffolds.
3.1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and
access equipment safely to carry out the activity in
accordance with legislation and organisational
requirements when erecting and dismantling
cantilever scaffolds.
3.2 Explain why, when and how personal protective
equipment (PPE) should be used, relating to
erecting and dismantling cantilever scaffolds, and
the types, purpose and limitations of each type.
3.3 State how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related hazards.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to erect
and dismantle cantilever
scaffolds.
4.1 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses,
limitations and defects associated with the
resources in relation to:
– tube and fitting
– systems scaffold
– associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties,
boards, plates, beams, ladders, proprietary
components etc.)
– hand tools and ancillary equipment.
4.2 Select resources associated with own work in
relation to materials, components, fixings/anchors
and ties, tools and equipment and access
equipment.
4.3 State how the resources should be used correctly,
how problems associated with the resources are
reported and how the organisational procedures
are used.
4.4 Outline potential hazards associated with the
resources and method of work.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
4.5 Describe how to calculate quantity, length and
area associated with the method/procedure to
erect and dismantle cantilever scaffolds.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and surrounding
area when erecting and
dismantling cantilever
scaffolds.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from
damage.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work
space.
5.3 Describe how to protect work from damage and
the purpose of protection in relation to general
workplace activities, other occupations and
adverse weather conditions.
5.4 Dispose of waste in accordance with legislation.
5.5 State why the disposal of waste should be carried
out safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations
and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within the
allocated time when erecting
and dismantling cantilever
scaffolds.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 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.
7 Comply with the given
contract information to erect
and dismantle cantilever
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when
erecting and dismantling cantilever scaffolds:
– measuring, setting out, assembling, fixing,
positioning, securing and removing.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
scaffolds to the required
specification.
7.2 Erect and dismantle one of the following cantilever
scaffolds, to given working instructions, using
either tube and fitting or systems scaffold:
– cantilever truss out
– cantilever drop
– cantilever fan.
7.3 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– confirm the area to erect the cantilever scaffold
– confirm that the stability of the
foundation/structure on which the scaffold will be
erected and secured has been considered
– confirm the materials and component make-up
(tube and fitting, systems scaffold)
– identify the differences between cantilever truss,
cantilever drop and cantilever fan
– set out and prepare for the scaffold structure
– erect and secure the scaffold (needles, spurs and
check fittings) for the use of other occupations
– dismantle and remove cantilever scaffold
structures
– erect designed and un-designed scaffolds
(limitations and formula)
– visually inspect fall protection equipment
– install and test anchors and ties
– use hand tools and ancillary equipment
– work at …
7.4 … height
– use access equipment.
7.5 Safely use and store materials, hand tools and
ancillary equipment.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
7.6 State the needs of other occupations and how to
communicate within a team when erecting and
dismantling cantilever scaffolds.
7.7 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment
used when erecting and dismantling cantilever
scaffolds.
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ProQual, January 2019
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Accessing Operations & Rigging
Unit M/600/8298
Erecting and Dismantling Pavement or Roof Scaffolds in the
Workplace
Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
erecting and dismantling
pavement or roof scaffolds.
1.1 Interpret and extract information from drawings,
specifications, method statements, risk
assessments, schedules and manufacturers’
information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions
derived from risk assessments and method
statement.
1.3 State the organisational procedures developed to
report and 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:
– drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments, manufacturers’
information, standards, regulations and official
guidance associated with scaffolding work.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and official
guidance when erecting and
dismantling pavement or roof
scaffolds.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current
legislation and official guidance whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in
confined spaces, at height, with tools and
equipment, with materials and substances, with
movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe their responsibilities under current
legislation and official guidance when dealing with
the public.
2.3 Describe the organisational security procedures
for tools, equipment and personal belongings in
relation to site, workplace, company and
operative.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
2.4 State what the accident reporting procedures are
and who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe working
practices when erecting and
dismantling pavement or roof
scaffolds.
3.1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and
access equipment safely to carry out the activity in
accordance with legislation and organisational
requirements when erecting and dismantling
pavement or roof scaffolds.
3.2 Explain why, when and how personal protective
equipment (PPE) should be used, relating to
erecting and dismantling pavement or roof
scaffolds, and the types, purpose and limitations
of each type.
3.3 State how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related hazards.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to erect
and dismantle pavement or
roof scaffolds.
4.1 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses,
limitations and defects associated with the
resources in relation to:
– tube and fitting
– systems scaffold
– associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties,
boards, plates, beams, ladders, proprietary
components etc.)
– hand tools and ancillary equipment.
4.2 Select resources associated with own work in
relation to materials, components, fixings/anchors
and ties, tools and equipment and access
equipment.
4.3 State how the resources should be used correctly,
how problems associated with the resources are
reported and how the organisational procedures
are used.
4.4 Outline potential hazards associated with the
resources and method of work.
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will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
4.5 Describe how to calculate quantity, length and
area associated with the method/procedure to
erect and dismantle pavement or roof scaffolds.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and surrounding
area when erecting and
dismantling pavement or roof
scaffolds.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from
damage.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work
space.
5.3 Describe how to protect work from damage and
the purpose of protection in relation to general
workplace activities, other occupations and
adverse weather conditions.
5.4 Dispose of waste in accordance with legislation.
5.5 State why the disposal of waste should be carried
out safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations
and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within the
allocated time when erecting
and dismantling pavement or
roof scaffolds.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 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.
7 Comply with the given
contract information to erect
and dismantle pavement or
roof scaffolds to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when
erecting and dismantling pavement or roof
scaffolds:
– measuring, setting out, assembling, fixing,
positioning, securing and removing.
7.2 Erect and dismantle pavement or roof scaffolds to
given working instructions using either of the
following materials and component make-up:
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– tube and fitting
– systems scaffold.
7.3 Erect and dismantle gantries or saddles.
7.4 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– confirm the area to erect the pavement or roof
scaffold.
– confirm that the stability of the
foundation/structure on which the scaffold will be
erected and secured has been considered
– confirm the materials and component make-up
(tube and fitting, systems scaffold)
– set out and prepare for the scaffold structure
– erect, secure, dismantle and remove scaffold
structure
– erect, secure, dismantle and remove gantries
and saddles for pavement and roof scaffolds
– erect and secure the scaffold for the use of other
occupations
– erect designed and un-designed scaffolds
(limitations and formula)
– deal with the public
– visually inspect fall protection equipment
– install and test anchors and ties
– use hand tools and ancillary …
7.5 … equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment.
7.6 Safely use and store, materials, hand tools and
ancillary equipment.
7.7 State the needs of other occupations and how to
communicate within a team when erecting and
dismantling pavement or roof scaffolds.
7.8 Describe how to maintain the tools and
equipment used when erecting and dismantling
pavement or roof scaffolds.
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Unit J/600/8341
Equipping Scaffolds with Safeguards and Environmental Protection
in the Workplace
Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Interpret the given information
relating to the work and
resources when equipping
scaffolds with safeguards and
environmental protection.
1.1 Interpret and extract information from plans,
drawings and sketches, specifications, method
statements, risk assessments, schedules and
manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions
derived from risk assessments and method
statement.
1.3 State the organisational procedures developed
to report and 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:
– plans, drawings and sketches, specifications,
method statements, risk assessments,
schedules, manufacturers’ information,
standards, regulations and official guidance
associated with the provision of safeguards and
protection.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and official
guidance when equipping
scaffolds with safeguards and
environmental protection.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current
legislation and official guidance whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in
confined spaces, at height, with tools and
equipment, with materials and substances, with
movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures
for tools, equipment and personal belongings in
relation to site, workplace, company and
operative.
2.3 State what the accident reporting procedures
are and who is responsible for making reports.
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will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
3 Maintain safe working practices
when equipping scaffolds with
safeguards and environmental
protection.
3.1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and
access equipment safely to carry out the activity
in accordance with legislation and organisational
requirements when equipping scaffolds with
safeguards and environmental protection.
3.2 Explain why, when and how personal protective
equipment (PPE) should be used, relating to
equipping scaffolds with safeguards and
environmental protection, and the types,
purpose and limitations of each type.
3.3 State how emergencies should be responded to
in accordance with organisational authorisation
and personal skills when involved with fires,
spillages, injuries and other task-related hazards.
4 Select the required quantity and
quality of resources for the
methods of work to equip
scaffolds with safeguards and
environmental protection.
4.1 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses,
limitations and defects associated with the
resources in relation to:
– plastic canvas, sheeting and netting
– boards and timber-based sheets
– tubes, fittings, clamps, couplers, anchors and
ties
– rope, cord and tape
– protection equipment
– hand tools and ancillary equipment.
4.2 Select resources associated with own work in
relation to materials, components,
fixings/anchors and ties, tools and equipment.
4.3 State how the resources should be used
correctly, how problems associated with the
resources are reported and how the
organisational procedures are used.
4.4 Outline potential hazards associated with the
resources and method of work.
4.5 Describe how to calculate quantity, length and
area associated with the method/procedure to
equip scaffolding with operational safeguards
and environmental protection.
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will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
5 Minimise the risk of damage to
the work and surrounding area
when equipping scaffolds with
safeguards and environmental
protection.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from
damage.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work
space.
5.3 Describe how to protect work from damage and
the purpose of protection in relation to general
workplace activities, other occupations and
adverse weather conditions.
5.4 Dispose of waste in accordance with legislation.
5.5 State why the disposal of waste should be
carried out safely in accordance with
environmental responsibilities, organisational
procedures, manufacturers’ information,
statutory regulations and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within the
allocated time when equipping
scaffolds with safeguards and
environmental protection.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 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.
7 Comply with the given contract
information to equip scaffolds
with safeguards and
environmental protection to the
required specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when
equipping scaffolds with safeguards and
environmental protection:
– measuring, positioning, fitting, securing,
dismantling and removing.
7.2 Install and remove scaffolding guards, barriers
and screens to given working instructions
relating to:
– public protection
– worker protection
– environmental protection.
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will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
7.3 Describe how to apply safe work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and
establish the authority needed to rectify them,
to:
– identify the requirements and confirm
materials and method for fitting guards and
barriers for the protection of the public, workers
and environment
– measure and prepare for fitting guards,
barriers and screens
– position, fit and secure guards, barriers and
screens
– dismantle and remove guards, barriers and
screens
– erect designed and un-designed scaffolds
(limitations and formula)
– install and test anchors and ties
– visually inspect fall protection equipment
– use hand tools and ancillary equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment.
7.4 Safely use and store materials, hand tools and
protection equipment.
7.5 State the needs of other occupations and how to
communicate within a team when equipping
scaffolds with safeguards and environmental
protection.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and
equipment used when equipping scaffolds with
safeguards and environmental protection.
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Unit F/503/9920
Inspecting Scaffolding/Rigging Systems in the Workplace
Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Interpret the given information
relating to the work and
resources when installing
temporary lifting and
suspension apparatus.
1.1 Interpret and extract information from drawings,
specifications, method statements, risk
assessments, schedules and manufacturers’
information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions
derived from risk assessments and method
statement.
1.3 State the organisational procedures developed to
report and 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:
– drawings, specifications, method statements,
risk assessments, schedules, manufacturers’
information, standards, regulations and official
guidance associated with temporary lifting and
suspension work.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and official
guidance when installing
temporary lifting and
suspension apparatus.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current
legislation and official guidance whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in
confined spaces, at height, with tools and
equipment, with materials and substances, with
movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures
for tools, equipment and personal belongings in
relation to site, workplace, company and
operative.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
2.3 State what the accident reporting procedures are
and who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe working
practices when installing
temporary lifting and
suspension apparatus.
3.1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and
access equipment safely to carry out the activity
in accordance with legislation and organisational
requirements when installing temporary lifting
and suspension apparatus.
3.2 Explain why, when and how personal protective
equipment (PPE) should be used, relating to
installing temporary lifting and suspension
apparatus, and the types, purpose and limitations
of each type.
3.3 State how emergencies should be responded to
in accordance with organisational authorisation
and personal skills when involved with fires,
spillages, injuries and other task-related hazards.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for the
methods of work to install
temporary lifting and
suspension apparatus.
4.1 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses,
limitations and defects associated with the
resources in relation to:
– wire and fibre ropes
– chains and slings
– winches and pulley blocks
– counterbalance systems
– decking, planks, rails, boards, bosun’s seats
– associated securing materials (lashing, clamps,
anchors, ties)
– hand tools and equipment.
4.2 Select resources associated with own work in
relation to materials, components,
fixings/anchors and ties, tools and equipment.
4.3 State how the resources should be used correctly,
how problems associated with the resources are
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Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
reported and how the organisational procedures
are used.
4.4 Outline potential hazards associated with the
resources and method of work.
4.5 Describe how to calculate quantity and length
associated with the method/procedure to install
temporary lifting and suspension apparatus.
5 Minimise the risk of damage to
the work and surrounding area
when installing temporary
lifting and suspension
apparatus.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from
damage.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work
space.
5.3 Describe how to protect work from damage and
the purpose of protection in relation to general
workplace activities, other occupations and
adverse weather conditions.
5.4 Dispose of waste in accordance with legislation.
5.5 State why the disposal of waste should be carried
out safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations
and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within the
allocated time when installing
temporary lifting and
suspension apparatus.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 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.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
7 Comply with the given contract
information to install
temporary lifting and
suspension apparatus to the
required specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when
installing temporary lifting and suspension
apparatus:
– measuring, setting out, positioning, checking,
operating, securing, dismantling and removing.
7.2 Install and remove temporary lifting and
suspension apparatus to given working
instructions, relating to two of the following:
– block and tackle material lifting gear (manual
and mechanical)
– cradle suspensions
– rope access equipment
– bosun’s seats
– winches
– counterbalance lifting systems
– suspended platforms.
7.3 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– identify and confirm the requirement to install
temporary lifting and suspension apparatus
– prepare types of lifting and suspension
apparatus to conform with the method of
installation (manual and mechanical)
– install and remove using: block and tackle
material lifting gear (manual and mechanical),
cradle suspensions, rope access equipment,
bosun’s seats, winches, counterbalance systems,
suspended platform systems
– position, install, secure, dismantle and remove
temporary lifting and suspension apparatus
– erect designed and un-designed scaffold
(limitations and formula)
– conduct pre-use checks on manual, electrical
and mechanical equipment
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
– visually inspect fall protection equipment
– install and test anchors and ties
– identify the differences …
7.4 … between man-riding and material lifting
suspension apparatus
– use hand tools and ancillary equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment.
7.5 Safely use and store materials, hand tools and
ancillary equipment.
7.6 State the needs of other occupations and how to
communicate within a team when installing
temporary lifting and suspension apparatus.
7.7 Describe how to maintain the tools and
equipment used when installing temporary lifting
and suspension apparatus.
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Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Accessing Operations & Rigging
Unit J/503/9921
Erecting and Dismantling Steeplejack Scaffolds in the Workplace
Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
erecting and dismantling
steeplejack scaffolds.
1.1 Interpret and extract information from drawings,
method statements, risk assessments,
specifications, schedules and manufacturers’
information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions
derived from risk assessments and method
statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed
to report and 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:
– drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments, manufacturers’
information, regulations and official guidance
associated with steeplejack scaffold work.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
erecting and dismantling
steeplejack scaffolds.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents and health hazards, whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in
confined spaces, at height, with tools and
equipment, with materials and substances, with
movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in
relation to site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are
and who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
erecting and dismantling
steeplejack scaffolds.
3.1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and
access equipment safely to carry out the activity in
accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when erecting and
dismantling steeplejack scaffolds.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
3.2 Explain why and when personal protective
equipment (PPE) should be used, relating to
erecting and dismantling steeplejack scaffolds, and
the types, purpose and limitations of each type.
3.3 Describe how the relevant personal protective
equipment (PPE) should be used in accordance
with given instructions.
3.4 Describe how emergencies should be responded to
in accordance with organisational authorisation
and personal skills when involved with fires,
spillages, injuries and other task-related hazards.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to erect
and dismantle steeplejack
scaffolds.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in
relation to materials, components, fixings/anchors
and ties, tools and equipment and access
equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses,
sustainability, limitations and defects associated
with the resources in relation to:
– tube and fitting
– systems scaffold
– associated materials (props, ropes, anchors,
ties, boards, plates, beams, ladders, proprietary
components etc.)
– hand tools and ancillary equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used
correctly and how problems associated with the
resources are reported.
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have
been developed and how they are used for the
selection of required resources.
4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length and area
associated with the method/procedure to erect
and dismantle steeplejack scaffolds.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and surrounding
area when erecting and
dismantling steeplejack
scaffolds.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from
damage in 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 current
legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and
the purpose of protection in relation to general
workplace activities, other occupations and
adverse weather conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried
out safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations
and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within the
allocated time when erecting
and dismantling steeplejack
scaffolds.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 Describe 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.
7 Comply with the given
contract information to erect
and dismantle steeplejack
scaffolds to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when
erecting and dismantling steeplejack scaffolds:
– measuring, setting out, assembling, fixing,
positioning, securing and removing.
7.2 Erect and dismantle steeplejack scaffolds to given
working instructions using either of the following
materials and component make-up:
– tube and fitting
– systems scaffold.
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will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
7.3 Safely use materials, hand tools, ancillary
equipment and access equipment.
7.4 Safely store the materials, tools and equipment
used when erecting and dismantling steeplejack
scaffolds.
7.5 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work
practices, follow procedures, report problems and
establish the authority needed to rectify them, to:
identify and confirm the area to erect the
steeplejack scaffold
confirm that stability of the foundation/structure
on which the scaffold will be erected and secured
has been considered
confirm materials and component make-up (tube
and fitting, systems scaffold)
set out and prepare for scaffold structures
dismantle and remove steeplejack scaffold
structures
visually check fall protection equipment
install and test anchors and ties
use hand tools and ancillary equipment
work at height
use access equipment.
7.6 Describe the needs of other occupations and how
to effectively communicate within a team when
erecting and dismantling steeplejack scaffolds.
7.7 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment
used when erecting and dismantling steeplejack
scaffolds.
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Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Accessing Operations & Rigging
Unit L/503/9922
Erecting and Removing Specialist Access Equipment in the
Workplace
Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
erecting and removing
specialist access equipment.
1.1 Interpret and extract information from drawings,
method statements, risk assessments,
specifications, schedules and manufacturers’
information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions
derived from risk assessments and method
statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed
to report and 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:
– drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments, manufacturers’
information, regulations and official guidance
associated with accessing work.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and official
guidance when erecting and
removing specialist access
equipment.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents and health hazards, whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in
confined spaces, at height, with tools and
equipment, with materials and substances, with
movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures
for tools, equipment and personal belongings in
relation to site, workplace, company and
operative.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures
are and who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
erecting and removing
specialist access equipment.
3.1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and
access equipment safely to carry out the activity in
accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when erecting and
removing specialist access equipment.
3.2 Explain why and when personal protective
equipment (PPE) should be used, relating to
erecting and removing specialist access
equipment, and the types, purpose and limitations
of each type.
3.3 Describe how the relevant personal protective
equipment (PPE) should be used in accordance
with given instructions.
3.4 Describe how emergencies should be responded
to in accordance with organisational authorisation
and personal skills when involved with fires,
spillages, injuries and other task-related hazards.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to erect
and remove specialist access
equipment.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in
relation to materials, components, fixings/anchors
and ties, tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses,
sustainability, limitations and defects associated
with the resources in relation to:
– vertical ladders
– roof ladders
– crawler boards
– rope ladders
– cradles
– bosun’s seats
– decking frames
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will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
– associated securing materials (rope, lashings,
clamps, anchors and ties)
– hand tools and ancillary equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used
correctly and how problems associated with the
resources are reported.
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have
been developed and how they are used for the
selection of required resources.
4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity and length
associated with the method/procedure to erect
and remove specialist access equipment.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and surrounding
area when erecting and
removing specialist access
equipment.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from
damage in 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 current
legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and
the purpose of protection in relation to general
workplace activities, other occupations and
adverse weather conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be
carried out safely in accordance with
environmental responsibilities, organisational
procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory
regulations and official guidance.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
6 Complete the work within the
allocated time when erecting
and removing specialist access
equipment.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 Describe 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.
7 Comply with the given
contract information to erect
and remove specialist access
equipment to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when
erecting and removing specialist access
equipment:
– measuring, setting out, positioning,
assembling, fixing, checking, securing, dismantling
and removing.
7.2 Erect and remove specialist equipment for
accessing to given working instructions for one of
the following occupational areas and its access
equipment:
– steeplejacking: vertical ladders and roof
ladders
– lightning conductor engineer: roof ladders,
tower scaffolds and crawler boards
– rigging – suspended access equipment:
suspended platforms
– rigging – structures used in entertainment:
vertical ladders, rope ladders and crawler boards.
7.3 Safely use materials, hand tools and ancillary
equipment.
7.4 Safely store the materials, tools and equipment
used when erecting and removing specialist access
equipment.
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will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
7.5 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work
practices, follow procedures, report problems and
establish the authority needed to rectify them, to:
– identify the occupational environment
– confirm the type of access equipment (vertical
ladders, roof ladders, crawler boards, rope
ladders, cradles, bosun’s seats, metal sections and
suspended platforms)
– check and prepare to erect specialist access
equipment
– position, erect and secure the equipment
– dismantle and remove the equipment
– install and test anchors and ties
– identify the inspection criteria for completed
specialist access equipment
– visually inspect fall protection equipment
– use hand tools and ancillary equipment
– work at height.
– use access equipment.
7.6 Describe the needs of other occupations and how
to effectively communicate within a team when
erecting and removing specialist access
equipment.
7.7 Describe how to maintain the tools and
equipment used when erecting and removing
specialist access equipment.
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Unit D/600/8300
Securing and Using Rope Access Arrangements in the Workplace
Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Interpret the given information
relating to the work and
resources when securing and
using rope access
arrangements.
1.1 Interpret and extract information from
specifications, method statements, risk
assessments, schedules and manufacturers’
information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions
derived from risk assessments and method
statement.
1.3 State the organisational procedures developed to
report and 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, method statements, risk
assessments, schedules, manufacturers’
information and regulations for working at
height.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and official
guidance when securing and
using rope access
arrangements.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current
legislation and official guidance whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in
confined spaces, at height, with tools and
equipment, with materials and substances, with
movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures
for tools, equipment and personal belongings in
relation to site, workplace, company and
operative.
2.3 State what the accident reporting procedures are
and who is responsible for making reports.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
3 Maintain safe working
practices when securing and
using rope access
arrangements.
3.1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and
access equipment safely to carry out the activity
in accordance with legislation and organisational
requirements when securing and using rope
access arrangements.
3.2 Explain why, when and how personal protective
equipment (PPE) should be used, relating to
securing and using rope access arrangements,
and the types, purpose and limitations of each
type.
3.3 State how emergencies should be responded to
in accordance with organisational authorisation
and personal skills when involved with fires,
spillages, injuries and other task-related hazards.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for the
methods of work to secure and
use rope access arrangements.
4.1 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses,
limitations and defects associated with the
resources in relation to:
– ropes
– fixing and securing components
– anchors and ties
– hand tools
– ancillary equipment.
4.2 Select resources associated with own work in
relation to materials, components,
fixings/anchors and ties, tools and equipment.
4.3 State how the resources should be used
correctly, how problems associated with the
resources are reported and how the
organisational procedures are used.
4.4 Outline potential hazards associated with the
resources and method of work.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
4.5 Describe how to calculate quantity, length,
weight and wastage associated with the
method/procedure to secure and use rope access
arrangements.
5 Minimise the risk of damage to
the work and surrounding area
when securing and using rope
access arrangements
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from
damage.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work
space.
5.3 Describe how to protect work from damage and
the purpose of protection in relation to general
workplace activities, other occupations and
adverse weather conditions.
5.4 Dispose of waste in accordance with legislation.
5.5 State why the disposal of waste should be carried
out safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory
regulations and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within the
allocated time when securing
and using rope access
arrangements.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 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.
7 Comply with the given contract
information to secure and use
rope access arrangements to
the required specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when
securing and using rope access arrangements:
– measuring, setting out, positioning, fixing,
securing, testing and removing
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
– manoeuvring by descent/ascent, changingover, rope to rope, transferring and passing the
knot, re-belaying, deviating and aid climbing.
7.2 Secure and use rope access arrangements to
carry out manoeuvres to given working
instructions.
7.3 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– confirm the method of rope accessing to be
arranged and used
– position and set out
– fit, fix and secure
– test and use
– ascend and descend safely and securely using
approved techniques and following recognised
codes of practice
– take down and remove rope access
arrangement
– visually inspect fall protection equipment
– install and test ties and anchors
– identify the test and use criteria for rope access
equipment
– apply the hierarchy of control measures for
working at height
– apply rescue plans relating to methods of
access
– use hand tools, ropes and ancillary equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment.
7.4 Safely use and store materials, ropes and
ancillary equipment.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
7.5 State the needs of other occupations and how to
communicate within a team when securing and
using rope access arrangements.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and
equipment used when securing and using rope
access arrangements.
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Unit Y/600/8330
Installing Lightning Conductor Systems in the Workplace
Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
installing lightning conductor
systems.
1.1 Interpret and extract information from drawings,
specifications, method statements, risk
assessments, schedules and manufacturers’
information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions
derived from risk assessments and method
statement.
1.3 State the organisational procedures developed to
report and 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:
– drawings, specifications, method statements, risk
assessments, schedules, manufacturers’
information, standards, regulations and official
guidance associated with lightning conductor
work.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing lightning conductor
systems.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current
legislation and official guidance whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in confined
spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with
materials and substances, with movement/storage
of materials and by manual handling and
mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in
relation to site, workplace, company and
operative.
2.3 State what the accident reporting procedures are
and who is responsible for making reports.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
3 Maintain safe working
practices when installing
lightning conductor systems.
3.1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and
access equipment safely to carry out the activity in
accordance with legislation and organisational
requirements when installing lightning conductor
systems.
3.2 Explain why, when and how personal protective
equipment (PPE) should be used, relating to
installing lightning conductor systems, and the
types, purpose and limitations of each type.
3.3 State how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related hazards.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to install
lightning conductor systems.
4.1 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses,
limitations and defects associated with the
resources in relation to:
– air terminations:
– stainless metals (plain, sheathed, coated)
– rods, tapes, cables, clamps, bonds, fixings
– earth terminations:
– copper and copper clad
– rods, tapes, cables, clamps, bonds, fixings,
welding materials, riveted joints, earth pits
– plastics, adhesives, inhibiting pastes, adhesive
tapes, screws, plugs, nuts, bolts
– hand tools, powered tools and ancillary
equipment.
4.2 Select resources associated with own work in
relation to materials, components, fixings, tools
and equipment.
4.3 State how the resources should be used correctly,
how problems associated with the resources are
reported and how the organisational procedures
are used.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
4.4 Outline potential hazards associated with the
resources and method of work.
4.5 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area
and wastage associated with the
method/procedure to install lightning conductor
systems.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and surrounding
area when installing lightning
conductor systems.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from
damage.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work
space.
5.3 Describe how to protect work from damage and
the purpose of protection in relation to general
workplace activities, other occupations and
adverse weather conditions.
5.4 Dispose of waste in accordance with legislation.
5.5 State why the disposal of waste should be carried
out safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations
and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within the
allocated time when installing
lightning conductor systems.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 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.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
7 Comply with the given
contract information to install
lightning conductor systems
to the required specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when
installing lightning conductor systems:
– cleaning, dressing, measuring, forming, cutting,
drilling, plugging, driving, positioning, clamping,
bonding, securing, welding and testing.
7.2 Install components to the structural fabric to given
working instructions, including:
– air terminations
– down conductors
– earthing
– bonding.
7.3 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– identify types of structure and the structural
fabric
– confirm the means of access to carry out the
work
– confirm the type of lightning conductor
components and how they are to be installed
– prepare the component parts to be installed
– measure, position, fit and secure the
components to specification and requirements
– visually inspect fall protection equipment
– use hand tools, powered tools, test instruments
and ancillary equipment
– work at height.
– use access equipment.
7.4 Safely use and store materials, hand tools,
powered tools and ancillary equipment.
7.5 State the needs of other occupations and how to
communicate within a team when installing
lightning conductor systems.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment
used when installing lightning conductor systems.
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Unit J/600/8338
Commissioning Lightning Conductor Installation Systems in the
Workplace
Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Interpret the given information
relating to the work and
resources when commissioning
lightning conductor installation
systems.
1.1 Interpret and extract information from drawings,
specifications, method statements, risk
assessments, schedules and manufacturers’
information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions
derived from risk assessments and method
statement.
1.3 State the organisational procedures developed
to report and 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:
– drawings, specifications, method statements,
risk assessments, schedules, manufacturers’
information, standards, regulations and official
guidance associated with lightning conductor
work.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and official
guidance when commissioning
lightning conductor installation
systems.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current
legislation and official guidance whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in
confined spaces, at height, with tools and
equipment, with materials and substances, with
movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures
for tools, equipment and personal belongings in
relation to site, workplace, company and
operative.
2.3 State what the accident reporting procedures
are and who is responsible for making reports.
3 3.1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and
access equipment safely to carry out the activity
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
Maintain safe working practices
when commissioning lightning
conductor installation systems.
in accordance with legislation and organisational
requirements when commissioning lightning
conductor installation systems.
3.2 Explain why, when and how personal protective
equipment (PPE) should be used, relating to
commissioning lightning conductor installation
systems, and the types, purpose and limitations
of each type.
3.3 State how emergencies should be responded to
in accordance with organisational authorisation
and personal skills when involved with fires,
spillages, injuries and other task-related hazards.
4 Select the required quantity and
quality of resources for the
methods of work to commission
lightning conductor installation
systems.
4.1 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses,
limitations and defects associated with the
resources in relation to:
– test instruments and equipment
– hand tools, power tools and ancillary
equipment.
4.2 Select resources associated with own work in
relation to materials, components, fixings, tools
and equipment.
4.3 State how the resources should be used
correctly, how problems associated with the
resources are reported and how the
organisational procedures are used.
4.4 Outline potential hazards associated with the
resources and method of work.
4.5 Describe how to calculate quantity and length
associated with the method/procedure to
commission lightning conductor installation
systems.
5 Minimise the risk of damage to
the work and surrounding area
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from
damage.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
when commissioning lightning
conductor installation systems.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work
space.
5.3 Describe how to protect work from damage and
the purpose of protection in relation to general
workplace activities, other occupations and
adverse weather conditions.
5.4 Dispose of waste in accordance with legislation.
5.5 State why the disposal of waste should be
carried out safely in accordance with
environmental responsibilities, organisational
procedures, manufacturers’ information,
statutory regulations and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within the
allocated time when
commissioning lightning
conductor installation systems.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 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.
7 Comply with the given contract
information to commission
lightning conductor installation
systems to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when
commissioning lightning conductor installation
systems:
– inspecting, testing, measuring and recording.
7.2 Commission lightning conductor installations to
given working instructions for the following:
– air terminations
– down conductors
– earthing
– bonding.
7.3 Describe how to apply safe work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and
establish the authority needed to rectify them,
to:
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
– identify the lightning conductor installation
system (including surge/transient protection)
– confirm the means of access to carry out the
work
– survey and carry out visual inspection of the
lightning conductor system
– use test instruments and ancillary equipment
– carry out tests for continuity, resistances,
impedance
– visually inspect fall protection equipment
– use hand tools, powered tools and ancillary
equipment
– use test instruments
– work at height
– use access equipment.
7.4 Safely use and store materials, hand tools, test
instruments, powered tools and ancillary
equipment.
7.5 State the needs of other occupations and how to
communicate within a team when
commissioning lightning conductor installation
systems.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and
equipment used when commissioning lightning
conductor installation systems.
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Unit A/503/9639
Locating and Protecting Utilities Apparatus and Sub-structures in
the Workplace
Learning Outcome – The
learner will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to
the work and resources
when locating and
protecting utilities
apparatus and substructures.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
drawings, risk assessments, method
statements, specifications, schedules, survey
information and manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and method statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to
report and 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:
– drawings, specifications, schedules, risk
assessments, method statements, organisational and
manufacturers’ information and regulations governing
utilities.
2 Know how to comply
with relevant legislation
and official guidance
when locating and
protecting utilities
apparatus and substructures.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents and health hazards whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, at height,
with tools and equipment, with materials and
substances, with movement/storage of materials and
by manual handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are
and who is responsible for making reports.
2.4 Describe the types of fire extinguishers available when
locating and protecting utilities apparatus and substructures and describe how and when they are used.
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Learning Outcome – The
learner will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
3 Maintain safe and
healthy working practices
when locating and
protecting utilities
apparatus and substructures.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely to carry
out the activity in accordance with current legislation
and organisational requirements when locating and
protecting utilities apparatus and sub-structures.
3.2 Comply with information relating to specific risks to
health when locating and protecting utilities apparatus
and sub-structures.
3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of protection,
should be used, relating to locating and protecting
utilities apparatus and sub-structures, and the types,
purpose and limitations of each type, the work
situation and general work environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV).
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the
given instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries, damage to utilities apparatus and substructures and other task-related hazards.
3.6 Demonstrate the safe use of a fire extinguisher
relevant to a typical fire associated with locating and
protecting utilities apparatus and sub-structures as
relevant to the operations.
4 Select the required
quantity and quality of
resources for the
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation
to materials and components, tools and equipment,
and electronic location instruments.
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Learning Outcome – The
learner will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
methods of work to
locate and protect
utilities apparatus and
sub-structures.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses,
sustainability, limitations and defects associated with
the resources in relation to:
– electronic instruments
– marking and protection materials
– hand and/or powered tools and equipment
– ancillary equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported.
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been
developed and how they are used for the selection of
required resources.
4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
5 Minimise the risk of
damage to the work and
surrounding area when
locating and protecting
utilities apparatus and
sub-structures.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from
damage in 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 current
legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out
safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and
official guidance.
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Learning Outcome – The
learner will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
6 Complete the work
within the allocated time
when locating and
protecting utilities
apparatus and substructures.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 Describe 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.
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
locate and protect
utilities apparatus and
sub-structures to the
required specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when locating
and protecting utilities apparatus and sub-structures:
– measuring, locating, marking out, positioning,
protecting and securing.
7.2 Locate and protect sub-surface and/or overhead
utilities apparatus to given working instructions,
relating to:
– gas, fuel, electric, communications, water and
sewage.
7.3 Safely use materials, hand tools, portable power tools,
ancillary equipment and electronic instruments.
7.4 Safely store the materials, tools and equipment used
when locating and protecting utilities apparatus and
sub-structures.
7.5 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
ensure electronic equipment is calibrated
identify utilities apparatus and sub-structures by
electronic location, trial holes and visual
confirm the type of service (gas, fuel, electric,
communication, water, sewage)
confirm structures (foundations, manholes, inspection
chambers, joint/junction boxes)
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Learning Outcome – The
learner will:
Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
confirm any natural environment (tree roots, natural
watercourse)
mark the location of the service apparatus and substructures
provide for the recognition and protection of the
service apparatus, sub-structure, and the natural
environment during operational activities
use hand tools, power tools and equipment
work at height.
7.6 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when locating
and protecting utilities apparatus and sub-structures.
7.7 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment
used when locating and protecting utilities apparatus
and sub-structures.
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Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Accessing Operations & Rigging
Unit J/600/7111
Carrying Out Checks and/or Basic Maintenance on Plant or
Machinery in the Workplace
Learning Outcome – The learner will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Work safely at all times when carrying
out checks and/or basic maintenance
on plant or machinery.
1.1 Comply with current legislation, Approved
Codes of Practice and organisational
procedures.
1.2 Use personal protective equipment (PPE)
safely to carry out the activity in
accordance with legislation and
organisational requirements when carrying
out checks and/or basic maintenance on
plant or machinery.
1.3 Explain why and when personal protective
equipment (PPE) should be used, relating
to the carrying out of checks and/or basic
maintenance on plant or machinery, and
the types, purpose and limitations of each
type.
1.4 Safely use, store and secure hand tools and
ancillary equipment.
2 Know how to comply with relevant
health and safety legislation and
official guidance when carrying out
checks and/or basic maintenance on
plant or machinery.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under
current legislation and official guidance
whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, at
height, with tools, plant or machinery and
equipment, with materials and substances,
with movement/storage of materials and
by manual handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the reasons for devising and
complying with risk and COSHH
assessments and how this can encourage
safe working practices.
2.3 Describe the organisational security
procedures for tools, equipment and
personal belongings.
2.4 State what the accident reporting
procedures are and who is responsible for
making reports.
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Learning Outcome – The learner will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
2.5 State how hazards and emergencies should
be responded to in accordance with
organisational authorisation and personal
skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related hazards.
3 Follow the relevant maintenance
schedules for the required work when
carrying out checks and/or basic
maintenance on plant or machinery.
3.1 Interpret and extract information from
specifications, schedules, organisational
procedures and manufacturers’
information relating to the work being
carried out.
3.2 State the organisational procedures
developed to report and rectify
inappropriate information and unsuitable
resources and how they are implemented.
3.3 Describe different types of checks and
maintenance information, their source and
how they are interpreted in relation to:
– specifications, schedules, manufacturers’
information and organisational
procedures.
3.4 Describe the organisational procedures to
solve problems with the information and
why it is important they are followed.
4 Carry out checks and/or basic
maintenance activities within the
limits of their personal authority in
the specified sequence and agreed
time scale.
4.1 Demonstrate the following work skills
when carrying out checks and/or basic
maintenance on plant or machinery:
– replenishing, replacing, applying,
lubricating, cleaning and securing.
4.2 Carry out operator checks and/or basic
maintenance tasks on standard or
specialised plant or machinery to given
working instructions as directed by the
employer/ supervisor or authorised
person.
4.3 Describe how to follow maintenance
authorisation, apply safe work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and
establish the authority and responsibility
needed to:
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Learning Outcome – The learner will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
– clean and prepare areas and components
for maintenance
– replenish fuels, lubricants, fluids and
coolants
– replace parts
– recycle components
– fit fastening systems, pins, bolts, nuts,
washers and consumable items
– complete functional checks in
accordance with equipment operating and
care and control procedures
– complete reports and records
– use hand tools and ancillary equipment.
4.4 Complete the checks and/or basic
maintenance activities within the
estimated allocated time and to the
required standards and accuracy.
4.5 State the needs of other occupations and
how to communicate within a team when
carrying out checks and/or basic
maintenance on plant or machinery.
4.6 Describe how maintain the tools and
equipment used when carrying out checks
and/or basic maintenance on plant or
machinery.
5 Report any instances where the
maintenance activities cannot be fully
met or where there are identified
defects outside the planned schedule
when carrying out checks and/or
basic maintenance on plant or
machinery.
5.1 Report problems and defects beyond their
area of responsibility.
5.2 Describe the different ways that problems
with maintenance procedures and
problems associated with resources can be
reported.
6 Complete relevant maintenance
records accurately and pass them on
to the appropriate person when
carrying out checks and/or basic
maintenance on plant or machinery.
6.1 Record and report maintenance tasks in
accordance with organisational procedures
and manufacturer’s requirements.
6.2 State the procedure to complete checks
and maintenance records and what the
reporting lines and procedures are within
the organisation.
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7 Dispose of waste materials in
accordance with safe working
practices and approved procedures
when carrying out checks and/or
basic maintenance on plant or
machinery.
7.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area
from damage.
7.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean
work space.
7.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with
legislation.
7.4 Describe what the waste disposal
procedures are, and how and why the
disposal of waste should be carried out
safely and how it is achieved.
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Unit T/503/9560
Establishing Work Area Protection and Safety in the Workplace
Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
establishing work area
protection and safety.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
drawings, plans, risk assessments, method
statements, specifications, schedules, site
inspections and manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and method statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed
to report and 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:
– drawings, plans, risk assessments, method
statements, specifications, schedules, site inspection
reports, manufacturers’ information, regulations and
official guidance associated with protecting work
areas.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
establishing work area
protection and safety.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents and health hazards, whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in confined
spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with
materials and substances, with movement/storage
of materials and by manual handling and mechanical
lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation
to site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are
and who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
establishing work area
protection and safety.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment and access
equipment safely to carry out the activity in
accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when establishing work
area protection and safety.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
3.2 Comply with information relating to specific risks to
health when establishing work area protection and
safety.
3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of
protection, should be used, relating to establishing
work area protection and safety, and the types,
purpose and limitations of each type, the work
situation and general
work environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV).
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the
given instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to
in accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related hazards.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
establish work area
protection and safety.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in
relation to materials, components and fixings, and
tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses,
sustainability, limitations and defects associated
with the resources in relation to:
– safety and security barriers
– protection and safety notices
– temporary structures
– signs and lighting
– hand and/or powered tools and equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported.
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will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have
been developed and how they are used for the
selection of required resources.
4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length and area
associated with the method/procedure to establish
work area protection and safety.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
establishing work area
protection and safety.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from
damage in 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 current
legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general
workplace activities, other occupations and adverse
weather conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried
out safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations
and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
establishing work area
protection and safety.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 Describe 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.
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when
establishing work area protection and safety:
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will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
establish work area
protection and safety to the
required specification.
– measuring, setting out, positioning, assembling,
constructing, securing and dismantling.
7.2 Install, maintain and remove temporary protection
and safety arrangements for the work area, to given
working instructions, relating to barriers/temporary
structures and one of the following:
– protection and safety notices
– safety lighting.
7.3 Safely use materials, hand tools, portable power
tools and ancillary equipment.
7.4 Safely store the materials, tools and equipment used
when establishing work area protection and safety.
7.5 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work
practices, follow procedures, report problems and
establish the authority needed to rectify them, to:
– plan for the protection and the safety of the work
and surrounding environment
– install, check and maintain the protection and
safety equipment
– dismantle and remove protection and safety
equipment
– install safety notices
– install lighting systems
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment.
7.6 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when
establishing work area protection and safety.
7.7 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment
used when establishing work area protection and
safety.
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Unit T/600/8349
Installing Permanent Suspended Access Equipment in the
Workplace
Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Interpret the given information
relating to the work and
resources when installing
permanent suspended access
equipment.
1.1 Interpret and extract information from drawings,
specifications, method statements, risk
assessments, schedules and manufacturers’
information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions
derived from risk assessments and method
statement.
1.3 State the organisational procedures developed to
report and 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:
– drawings, specifications, method statements,
risk assessments, schedules, manufacturers’
information, standards, regulations and official
guidance associated with the installation of
suspended access equipment.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and official
guidance when installing
permanent suspended access
equipment.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current
legislation and official guidance whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in
confined spaces, at height, with tools and
equipment, with materials and substances, with
movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures
for tools, equipment and personal belongings in
relation to site, workplace, company and
operative.
2.3 State what the accident reporting procedures are
and who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe working
practices when installing
3.1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and
access equipment safely to carry out the activity
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will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
permanent suspended access
equipment.
in accordance with legislation and organisational
requirements when installing permanent
suspended access equipment.
3.2 Explain why, when and how personal protective
equipment (PPE) should be used, relating to
installing permanent suspended access
equipment, and the types, purpose and
limitations of each type.
3.3 State how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related hazards.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for the
methods of work to install
permanent suspended access
equipment.
4.1 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses,
limitations and defects associated with the
resources in relation to:
– prefabricated structures
– self assembled components
– associated materials for installation
– anchors and ties
– access equipment
– hand tools and ancillary equipment.
4.2 Select resources associated with own work in
relation to materials, components, fixings, tools
and equipment.
4.3 State how the resources should be used correctly,
how problems associated with the resources are
reported and how the organisational procedures
are used.
4.4 Outline potential hazards associated with the
resources and method of work.
4.5 Describe how to calculate quantity, length and
area associated with the method/procedure to
install permanent suspended access equipment.
5 Minimise the risk of damage to
the work and surrounding area
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from
damage.
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will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
when installing permanent
suspended access equipment.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work
space.
5.3 Describe how to protect work from damage and
the purpose of protection in relation to general
workplace activities, other occupations and
adverse weather conditions.
5.4 Dispose of waste in accordance with legislation.
5.5 State why the disposal of waste should be carried
out safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations
and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within the
allocated time when installing
permanent suspended access
equipment.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 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.
7 Comply with the given contract
information to install
permanent suspended access
equipment to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when
installing permanent suspended access
equipment:
– measuring, setting out, erecting, assembling,
fixing, securing, testing and commissioning.
7.2 Install permanent, suspended access equipment
to given working instructions for one of the
following:
– gantries
– ladders
– cradles
– davits
– building maintenance units (BMUs).
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will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
7.3 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– plan and set out the permanent, suspended
access equipment for installation (gantries,
ladders, cradles, davits and building maintenance
units [BMUs])
– arrange and make provision for services and
power for the installation
– assemble and install the suspended access
equipment
– test and commission equipment for hand over
– visually inspect fall protection equipment
– install and test anchors and ties
– use hand tools and ancillary equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment.
7.4 Safely use and store materials, hand tools and
ancillary equipment.
7.5 State the needs of other occupations and how to
communicate within a team when installing
permanent suspended access equipment.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and
equipment used when installing permanent
suspended access equipment.
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Unit M/600/8351
Using Cradle Access Systems in the Workplace
Learning Outcome – The learner will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Interpret the given information
relating to the work and resources
when using cradle access systems.
1.1 Interpret and extract information from
drawings, specifications, method statements,
risk assessments, schedules and
manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions
derived from risk assessments and method
statement.
1.3 State the organisational procedures
developed to report and 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:
– drawings, specifications, risk assessments,
method statements, schedules,
manufacturers’ information, standards,
regulations and official guidance.
2 Know how to comply with relevant
legislation, special legal status
documents, official guidance and
organisational procedures when
using cradle access systems.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current
legislation and official guidance whilst
working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in
confined spaces, at height, with tools and
equipment, with materials and substances,
with movement/storage of materials and by
manual handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security
procedures for tools, equipment and personal
belongings in relation to site, workplace,
company and operative.
2.3 State what the accident reporting procedures
are and who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe working practices
when using cradle access systems
3.1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and
access equipment safely to carry out the
activity in accordance with legislation and
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organisational requirements when using
cradle access systems.
3.2 Explain why, when and how personal
protective equipment (PPE) should be used,
relating to using cradle access systems, and
the types, purpose and limitations of each
type.
3.3 State how emergencies should be responded
to in accordance with organisational
authorisation and personal skills when
involved with fires, spillages, injuries and
other task-related hazards.
4 Minimise the risk of damage to
the work and surrounding area
when using cradle access systems.
4.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area
from damage.
4.2 Describe how to protect work from damage
and the purpose of protection in relation to
general workplace manoeuvring activities.
5 Carry out pre-use preparation
inspections on equipment in
accordance with given procedures
when using cradle access systems.
5.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when
carrying out pre-use preparation inspections
on cradle access systems:
– inspecting, checking and recording.
5.2 Prepare suspended access systems for use to
given operating instructions, relating to one of
the following:
– cradle access systems
– travelling gantries
– jib and rail systems
– building maintenance units (BMUs).
5.3 Describe how to apply safe work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and
establish the authority needed to rectify
them, to:
– confirm position and operations (cradle
access systems, travelling gantries, jib and rail
systems and building maintenance units
[BMUs])
– inspect and check operational performance
and security
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Learning Outcome – The learner will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
– visually inspect fall protection equipment.
6 Know how to select the required
quantity and quality of resources
for the methods of work when
using cradle access systems.
6.1 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses,
limitations and defects associated with the
resources in relation to:
– cradle access systems
– travelling gantries
– jib and rail systems
– building maintenance units (BMUs)
– hand tools and ancillary equipment.
6.2 State how the resources should be used
correctly, how problems associated with the
resources and information are reported and
how the organisational procedures are used.
7 Operate equipment in accordance
with safe working practices to
achieve the work using cradle
access systems.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when
using cradle access systems:
– manoeuvring, positioning and shutting
down.
7.2 Operate suspended access systems to carry
out the occupational area of work to given
operating instructions for one of the
following:
– cradle access systems
– travelling gantries
– jib and rail systems
– building maintenance units (BMUs).
7.3 Describe how to apply safe work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and
establish the authority needed to rectify
them, to:
– operate and utilise the system
– shut down and secure the system
– use hand tools and ancillary equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment.
7.4 State the needs of other occupations and how
to communicate within a team when using
cradle access systems.
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Learning Outcome – The learner will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
8 Complete the work within the
work within the allocated time
when using cradle access systems.
8.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within
the allocated time.
8.2 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.
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Unit J/600/8291
Installing and Removing Safety Net Rigging in the Workplace
Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
installing and removing
safety net rigging.
1.1 Interpret and extract information from plans,
specifications, method statements, risk
assessments, schedules and manufacturers’
information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions
derived from risk assessments and method
statement.
1.3 State the organisational procedures developed to
report and 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, method statements, risk
assessments, schedules, manufacturers’
information, standards, regulations and official
guidance.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing and removing
safety net rigging.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current
legislation and official guidance whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in confined
spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with
materials and substances, with movement/storage
of materials and by manual handling and
mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in
relation to site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 State what the accident reporting procedures are
and who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe working
practices when installing and
removing safety net rigging.
3.1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and
access equipment safely to carry out the activity in
accordance with legislation and organisational
requirements when installing and removing safety
net rigging.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
3.2 Explain why, when and how personal protective
equipment (PPE) should be used, relating to
installing and removing safety net rigging, and the
types, purpose and limitations of each type.
3.3 State how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related hazards.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
install and remove safety net
rigging.
4.1 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses,
limitations and defects associated with the
resources in relation to:
– knotted and knotless netting
– fixings and associated materials for supporting
and securing the safety netting
– associated materials (ropes, anchors, ties,
ladders, proprietary components etc.)
– hand tools and ancillary equipment.
4.2 Select resources associated with own work in
relation to materials, components, fixings/anchors
and ties, tools and equipment.
4.3 State how the resources should be used correctly,
how problems associated with the resources are
reported and how the organisational procedures
are used.
4.4 Outline potential hazards associated with the
resources and method of work.
4.5 Describe how to calculate quantity, length and area
associated with the method/procedure to install
and remove safety net rigging.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and surrounding
area when installing and
removing safety net rigging.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from
damage.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Describe how to protect work from damage and
the purpose of protection in relation to general
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will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
workplace activities, other occupations and
adverse weather conditions.
5.4 Dispose of waste in accordance with legislation.
5.5 State why the disposal of waste should be carried
out safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations
and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
installing and removing
safety net rigging.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 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.
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
install and remove safety net
rigging to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when
installing and removing safety net rigging:
– measuring, setting out, positioning, assembling,
fixing, checking, securing, dismantling and
removing.
7.2 Set up and remove knotted and/or knotless safety
netting, Construction class S, T, U or V, to given
working instructions.
7.3 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– confirm type and scope of safety net rigging
– confirm that the stability of the
foundation/structure on which the safety net
rigging will be erected and secured has been
considered
– fit, fix and secure the safety net rigging covering
area, span, angle, drop distance
– check the safety net for security
– dismantle and remove safety net rigging
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
– identify the test criteria for safety net rigging,
including anchors and ties
– tie different types of securing knots
– visually inspect fall protection system
– install and test anchors and ties
– apply rescue plans relating to methods of access
– use hand tools and ancillary equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment.
7.4 Safely use and store materials, hand tools and
ancillary equipment.
7.5 State the needs of other occupations and how to
communicate within a team when installing and
removing safety net rigging.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment
used when installing and removing safety net
rigging.
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Unit K/506/4648
Preparing and operating scissor-type mobile elevating work
platforms – MEWP – in the workplace
Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
preparation and using
scissor-type MEWPs to
access areas to carry out the
work.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments and manufacturers’
information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions
derived from risk assessments and method
statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed
to report and 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:
– drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments, manufacturers’
information and current regulations governing the
operation of plant and machinery used as work
platforms.
2 Organise with others the
sequence and operation in
which accessing operations
using scissor-type MEWPs
are to be carried out.
2.1 Organise the work according to given information
or instructions.
2.2 Describe how to communicate ideas between team
members.
2.3 Organise and communicate with team members
and other associated occupations.
2.4 Describe how to organise resources prior to and
during accessing operations.
3 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
carrying out accessing
operations using scissor-type
MEWPs.
3.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents, health hazards and the environment
whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in confined
spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with
materials and substances, with movement/storage
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will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
of materials and by manual handling and
mechanical lifting.
3.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in
relation to site, workplace, company and operative.
3.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are
and who is responsible for making reports.
4 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
preparing for and carrying
out accessing operations
using scissor-type MEWPs.
4.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with legislation and
organisational requirements during accessing
operations.
4.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information
and relevant legislation when carrying out
accessing operations using scissor-type MEWPs in
relation to two or more of the following:
– safe use and storage of plant or machinery
– safe use and storage of tools and equipment
– specific risks to health.
4.3 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of
protection, should be used, relating to accessing
operations, and the types, purpose and limitations
of each type, the work situation and general work
environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV).
4.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety
control equipment should be used in accordance
with the given working instructions.
4.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to
in accordance with organisational authorisation
and personal skills when involved with fires,
spillages, injuries, other task-related activities and
rescue plans.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
5 Request and select the
required quantity and quality
of resources to prepare for
and carry out accessing
operations using scissor-type
MEWPs.
5.1 Request and select resources associated with
scissor-type MEWPs in relation to consumables,
materials, tools, ancillary equipment and/or
accessories.
5.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses,
sustainability, limitations and defects associated
with the resources, and how they should be used
correctly, relating to:
– consumables, lubricants and fuels
– attachments and accessing aids
– hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories.
5.3 Describe how the resources should be used
correctly, how problems associated with the
resources are reported.
5.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have
been developed and how they are used for the
selection of required resources.
5.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
5.6 Describe how to identify weight, quantity, length
and area associated with the method/procedures
to operate scissor-type mobile elevating work
platforms used for accessing operations.
6 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and surrounding
area when preparing to and
accessing work areas.
6.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from
damage in accordance with safe working practices
and organisational procedures.
6.2 Prevent damage and maintain a clean work space.
6.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current
legislation.
6.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and
the purpose of protection in relation to general
workplace activities, other occupations and adverse
weather conditions.
6.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried
out safely in accordance with environmental
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will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations
and official guidance.
7 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
preparing to and accessing
work areas using scissor-type
MEWPs.
7.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
7.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and
describe 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.
8 Comply with the given
contract information to
access areas to carry out
work using scissor-type
MEWPs to the required
specification.
8.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when
preparing for and accessing work areas using
scissor-type MEWPs:
– checking, setting up, adjusting, communicating,
manoeuvring, positioning, accessing and setting
down.
8.2 Use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment
and/or accessories.
8.3 Prepare for, position, set up and operate scissortype MEWPs to access working areas, at various
locations, to given working instructions.
8.4 Shut down and secure scissor-type MEWPs.
8.5 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work
practices, follow procedures, report problems and
establish authority needed to rectify, to:
– identify the characteristics of the scissor-type
MEWP used for accessing work
– identify valid certification for maintenance,
inspection and thorough examination
– carry out function checks for accessing operation
– prepare, set up and adjust for operational
requirements
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
– carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions,
stability, and ground conditions affecting the work
and surrounding area
– identify and remain aware of the area of
operation to include potential entrapment
situations
– use fall prevention equipment
– check to avoid damage to structures and utilities
service apparatus
8.6 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work
practices, follow procedures, report problems and
establish authority needed to rectify, to:
– position and secure MEWP for accessing
operations
– recognise and determine when specific skills and
knowledge are required and report accordingly
– operate, manoeuvre, position, set down and
secure
– operate and travel on the public highway
– shut down and secure the MEWP
– use hand tools, ancillary equipment and
accessories.
8.7 Describe the needs of other occupations and how
to effectively communicate within a team when
preparing to and carrying out accessing operations.
8.8 Describe how to maintain the plant and machinery,
hand tools, ancillary equipment used to access
working areas.
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Unit M/506/4649
Preparing and operating boom-type mobile elevating work
platforms – MEWP – in the workplace
Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
preparation and using boomtype MEWPs to access areas
to carry out the work.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments and manufacturers’
information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions
derived from risk assessments and method
statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed
to report and 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:
– drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments, manufacturers’
information and current regulations governing the
operation of plant and machinery used as work
platforms.
2 Organise with others the
sequence and operation in
which accessing operations
using boom-type MEWPs are
to be carried out.
2.1 Organise the work according to given information
or instructions.
2.2 Describe how to communicate ideas between team
members.
2.3 Organise and communicate with team members
and other associated occupations.
2.4 Describe how to organise resources prior to and
during accessing operations.
3 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
carrying out accessing
operations using boom-type
MEWPs.
3.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents, health hazards and the environment
whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in confined
spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with
materials and substances, with movement/storage
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will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
of materials and by manual handling and
mechanical lifting.
3.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in
relation to site, workplace, company and operative.
3.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are
and who is responsible for making reports.
4 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
preparing for and carrying
out accessing operations
using boom-type MEWPs.
4.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with legislation and
organisational requirements during accessing
operations.
4.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information
and relevant legislation when carrying out
accessing operations using boom-type MEWPs in
relation to two or more of the following:
– safe use and storage of plant or machinery
– safe use and storage of tools and equipment
– specific risks to health.
4.3 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of
protection, should be used, relating to accessing
operations, and the types, purpose and limitations
of each type, the work situation and general work
environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV).
4.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety
control equipment should be used in accordance
with the given working instructions.
4.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to
in accordance with organisational authorisation
and personal skills when involved with fires,
spillages, injuries, other task-related activities and
rescue plans.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
5 Request and select the
required quantity and quality
of resources to prepare for
and carry out accessing
operations using boom-type
MEWPs.
5.1 Request and select resources associated with
boom-type MEWPs in relation to consumables,
materials, tools, ancillary equipment and/or
accessories.
5.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses,
sustainability, limitations and defects associated
with the resources, and how they should be used
correctly, relating to:
– consumables, lubricants and fuels
– attachments and accessing aids
– hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories.
5.3 Describe how the resources should be used
correctly, how problems associated with the
resources are reported.
5.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have
been developed and how they are used for the
selection of required resources.
5.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
5.6 Describe how to identify weight, quantity, length
and area associated with the method/procedures
to operate boom-type mobile elevating work
platforms used for accessing operations.
6 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and surrounding
area when preparing to and
accessing work areas.
6.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from
damage in accordance with safe working practices
and organisational procedures.
6.2 Prevent damage and maintain a clean work space.
6.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current
legislation.
6.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and
the purpose of protection in relation to general
workplace activities, other occupations and adverse
weather conditions.
6.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried
out safely in accordance with environmental
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will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations
and official guidance.
7 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
preparing to and accessing
work areas using boom-type
MEWPs.
7.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
7.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and
describe 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.
8 Comply with the given
contract information to
access areas to carry out
work using boom-type
MEWPs to the required
specification.
8.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when
preparing for and accessing work areas using
boom-type MEWPs:
– checking, setting up, adjusting, communicating,
manoeuvring, positioning, accessing and setting
down.
8.2 Use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment
and/or accessories.
8.3 Prepare for, position, set up and operate boomtype MEWPs to access working areas, at various
locations, to given working instructions.
8.4 Shut down and secure boom-type MEWPs.
8.5 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work
practices, follow procedures, report problems and
establish authority needed to rectify, to:
– identify the characteristics of the boom-type
MEWP used for accessing work
– identify valid certification for maintenance,
inspection and thorough examination
– carry out function checks for accessing operation
– prepare, set up and adjust for operational
requirements
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
– carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions,
stability, and ground conditions affecting the work
and surrounding area
– identify and remain aware of the area of
operation to include potential entrapment
situations
– use fall prevention equipment
8.6 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work
practices, follow procedures, report problems and
establish authority needed to rectify, to:
– check to avoid damage to structures and utilities
service apparatus
– position and secure MEWP for accessing
operations
– recognise and determine when specific skills and
knowledge are required and report accordingly
– operate, manoeuvre, position, set down and
secure
– operate and travel on the public highway
– shut down and secure the MEWP
– use hand tools, ancillary equipment and
accessories.
8.7 Describe the needs of other occupations and how
to effectively communicate within a team when
preparing to and carrying out accessing operations.
8.8 Describe how to maintain the plant and machinery,
hand tools, ancillary equipment used to access
working areas.
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Unit H/506/4650
Preparing and operating mast climber-type mobile elevating work
platforms – MEWP – in the workplace
Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
preparation and using mast
climber-type MEWPs to
access areas to carry out the
work.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments and manufacturers’
information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions
derived from risk assessments and method
statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed
to report and 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:
– drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments, manufacturers’
information and current regulations governing the
operation of plant and machinery used as work
platforms.
2 Organise with others the
sequence and operation in
which accessing operations
using mast climber-type
MEWPs are to be carried out.
2.1 Organise the work according to given information
or instructions.
2.2 Describe how to communicate ideas between
team members.
2.3 Organise and communicate with team members
and other associated occupations.
2.4 Describe how to organise resources prior to and
during accessing operations.
3 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
carrying out accessing
operations using mast
climber-type MEWPs.
3.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents, health hazards and the environment
whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in confined
spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with
materials and substances, with movement/storage
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will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
of materials and by manual handling and
mechanical lifting.
3.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in
relation to site, workplace, company and
operative.
3.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures
are and who is responsible for making reports.
4 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
preparing for and carrying out
accessing operations using
mast climber-type MEWPs.
4.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely
and comply with the methods of work to carry out
the activity in accordance with legislation and
organisational requirements during accessing
operations.
4.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information
and relevant legislation when carrying out
accessing operations using mast climber-type
MEWPs in relation to two or more of the following:
– safe use and storage of plant or machinery
– safe use and storage of tools and equipment
– specific risks to health.
4.3 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of
protection, should be used, relating to accessing
operations, and the types, purpose and limitations
of each type, the work situation and general work
environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV).
4.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety
control equipment should be used in accordance
with the given working instructions.
4.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to
in accordance with organisational authorisation
and personal skills when involved with fires,
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will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
spillages, injuries, other task-related activities and
rescue plans.
5 Request and select the
required quantity and quality
of resources to prepare for
and carry out accessing
operations using mast
climber-type MEWPs.
5.1 Request and select resources associated with mast
climber-type MEWPs in relation to consumables,
materials, tools, ancillary equipment and/or
accessories.
5.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses,
sustainability, limitations and defects associated
with the resources, and how they should be used
correctly, relating to:
– consumables, lubricants and fuels
– attachments and accessing aids
– hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories.
5.3 Describe how the resources should be used
correctly, how problems associated with the
resources are reported.
5.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have
been developed and how they are used for the
selection of required resources.
5.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
5.6 Describe how to identify weight, quantity, length
and area associated with the method/procedures
to operate mast climber-type mobile elevating
work platforms used for accessing operations.
6 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and surrounding
area when preparing to and
accessing work areas.
6.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from
damage in accordance with safe working practices
and organisational procedures.
6.2 Prevent damage and maintain a clean work space.
6.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current
legislation.
6.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and
the purpose of protection in relation to general
workplace activities, other occupations and
adverse weather conditions.
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will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
6.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be
carried out safely in accordance with
environmental responsibilities, organisational
procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory
regulations and official guidance.
7 Complete the work within the
allocated time when
preparing to and accessing
work areas using mast
climber-type MEWPs.
7.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
7.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and
describe 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.
8 Comply with the given
contract information to
access areas to carry out work
using mast climber-type
MEWPs to the required
specification.
8.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when
preparing for and accessing work areas using mast
climber-type MEWPs:
– checking, setting up, adjusting, communicating,
manoeuvring, positioning, accessing and setting
down.
8.2 Use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment
and/or accessories.
8.3 Prepare for, position, set up and operate mast
climber-type MEWPs to access working areas, at
various locations, to given working instructions.
8.4 Shut down and secure mast climber-type MEWPs.
8.5 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work
practices, follow procedures, report problems and
establish authority needed to rectify, to:
– identify the characteristics of the mast climbertype MEWP used for accessing work
– identify valid certification for maintenance,
inspection and thorough examination
– carry out function checks for accessing operation
– prepare, set up and adjust for operational
requirements
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
– carry out pre-operational checks for
obstructions, stability, and ground conditions
affecting the work and surrounding area
– identify and remain aware of the area of
operation to include potential entrapment
situations
– use fall prevention equipment
8.6 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work
practices, follow procedures, report problems and
establish authority needed to rectify, to:
– check to avoid damage to structures and utilities
service apparatus
– position and secure MEWP for accessing
operations
– recognise and determine when specific skills and
knowledge are required and report accordingly
– operate, manoeuvre, position, set down and
secure
– operate and travel on the public highway
– shut down and secure the MEWP
– use hand tools, ancillary equipment and
accessories.
8.7 Describe the needs of other occupations and how
to effectively communicate within a team when
preparing to and carrying out accessing operations.
8.8 Describe how to maintain the plant and machinery,
hand tools, ancillary equipment used to access
working areas.
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Unit Y/600/8294
Installing and Setting Up Provision for Fall Protection in the
Workplace
Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
installing and setting up
provision for fall protection.
1.1 Interpret and extract information from plans,
specifications, method statements, risk
assessments, schedules and manufacturers’
information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions
derived from risk assessments and method
statement.
1.3 State the organisational procedures developed to
report and 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:
– plans, specifications, method statements, risk
assessments, schedules, manufacturers’
information, permit systems, standards,
regulations and official guidance.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and official
guidance when installing and
setting up provision for fall
protection.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current
legislation and official guidance whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in
confined spaces, at height, with tools and
equipment, with materials and substances, with
movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures
for tools, equipment and personal belongings in
relation to site, workplace, company and
operative.
2.3 State what the accident reporting procedures are
and who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe working
practices when installing and
3.1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and
access equipment safely to carry out the activity
in accordance with legislation and organisational
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will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
setting up provision for fall
protection.
requirements when installing and setting up
provision for fall protection.
3.2 Explain why, when and how personal protective
equipment (PPE) should be used, relating to
installing and setting up provision for fall
protection, and the types, purpose and limitations
of each type.
3.3 State how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related hazards.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to install
and set up provision for fall
protection.
4.1 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses,
limitations and defects associated with the
resources in relation to:
– support posts
– end terminations
– tensioners and swage/swageless fittings
– steel or synthetic cable
– bolts, rivets, toggles etc.
– anchors and ties
– fall protection equipment
– hand tools and ancillary equipment.
4.2 Select resources associated with own work in
relation to materials, components, fixings/anchors
and ties, tools and equipment.
4.3 State how the resources should be used correctly,
how problems associated with the resources are
reported and how the organisational procedures
are used.
4.4 Outline potential hazards associated with the
resources and method of work.
4.5 Describe how to calculate quantity, length and
area associated with the method/procedure to
install and set up provision for fall protection.
5 Minimise the risk of damage to
the work and surrounding area
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from
damage.
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will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
when installing and setting up
provision for fall protection.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work
space.
5.3 Describe how to protect work from damage and
the purpose of protection in relation to general
workplace activities, other occupations and
adverse weather conditions.
5.4 Dispose of waste in accordance with legislation.
5.5 State why the disposal of waste should be carried
out safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations
and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within the
allocated time when installing
and setting up provision for
fall protection.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 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.
7 Comply with the given
contract information to install
and set up provision for fall
protection to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when
installing and setting up provision for fall
protection:
– measuring, setting out, positioning, installing,
fixing, securing, checking and removing.
7.2 Install and set up provision for fall protection to
given working instructions, using recognised
anchor points with:
– scaffold/rigging
– secured steelwork structures
– wire and rope systems
– permanently installed anchorage points
– temporarily installed anchorage points.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
7.3 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– confirm the area to secure and provide for fall
protection anchorage
– determine/confirm method to provide fall
protection
– select, prepare and install equipment for
installation (scaffold/rigging, secured steelwork
structures, wire and rope systems, permanent and
temporary installed anchorage points)
– visually inspect fall protection equipment
– install and test anchors and ties
– identify the test criteria for fall protection
equipment
– use hand tools and ancillary equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment.
7.4 Safely use and store hand tools, fall protection
equipment and ancillary equipment.
7.5 State the needs of other occupations and how to
communicate within a team when installing and
setting up provision for fall protection.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and
equipment used when installing and setting up
provision for fall protection.
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Unit Y/600/8327
Installing Temporary Lifting and Suspension Apparatus in the
Workplace
Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
1 Interpret the given information
relating to the work and
resources when installing
temporary lifting and
suspension apparatus.
1.1 Interpret and extract information from drawings,
specifications, method statements, risk
assessments, schedules and manufacturers’
information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions
derived from risk assessments and method
statement.
1.3 State the organisational procedures developed to
report and 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:
– drawings, specifications, method statements,
risk assessments, schedules, manufacturers’
information, standards, regulations and official
guidance associated with temporary lifting and
suspension work.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and official
guidance when installing
temporary lifting and
suspension apparatus.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current
legislation and official guidance whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in
confined spaces, at height, with tools and
equipment, with materials and substances, with
movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures
for tools, equipment and personal belongings in
relation to site, workplace, company and
operative.
2.3 State what the accident reporting procedures are
and who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe working
practices when installing
3.1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and
access equipment safely to carry out the activity
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
temporary lifting and
suspension apparatus.
in accordance with legislation and organisational
requirements when installing temporary lifting
and suspension apparatus.
3.2 Explain why, when and how personal protective
equipment (PPE) should be used, relating to
installing temporary lifting and suspension
apparatus, and the types, purpose and limitations
of each type.
3.3 State how emergencies should be responded to
in accordance with organisational authorisation
and personal skills when involved with fires,
spillages, injuries and other task-related hazards.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for the
methods of work to install
temporary lifting and
suspension apparatus.
4.1 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses,
limitations and defects associated with the
resources in relation to:
– wire and fibre ropes
– chains and slings
– winches and pulley blocks
– counterbalance systems
– decking, planks, rails, boards, bosun’s seats
– associated securing materials (lashing, clamps,
anchors, ties)
– hand tools and equipment.
4.2 Select resources associated with own work in
relation to materials, components,
fixings/anchors and ties, tools and equipment.
4.3 State how the resources should be used correctly,
how problems associated with the resources are
reported and how the organisational procedures
are used.
4.4 Outline potential hazards associated with the
resources and method of work.
4.5 Describe how to calculate quantity and length
associated with the method/procedure to install
temporary lifting and suspension apparatus.
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5 Minimise the risk of damage to
the work and surrounding area
when installing temporary
lifting and suspension
apparatus.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from
damage.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work
space.
5.3 Describe how to protect work from damage and
the purpose of protection in relation to general
workplace activities, other occupations and
adverse weather conditions.
5.4 Dispose of waste in accordance with legislation.
5.5 State why the disposal of waste should be carried
out safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations
and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within the
allocated time when installing
temporary lifting and
suspension apparatus.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 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.
7 Comply with the given contract
information to install
temporary lifting and
suspension apparatus to the
required specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when
installing temporary lifting and suspension
apparatus:
– measuring, setting out, positioning, checking,
operating, securing, dismantling and removing.
7.2 Install and remove temporary lifting and
suspension apparatus to given working
instructions, relating to two of the following:
– block and tackle material lifting gear (manual
and mechanical)
– cradle suspensions
– rope access equipment
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
– bosun’s seats
– winches
– counterbalance lifting systems
– suspended platforms.
7.3 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– identify and confirm the requirement to install
temporary lifting and suspension apparatus
– prepare types of lifting and suspension
apparatus to conform with the method of
installation (manual and mechanical)
– install and remove using: block and tackle
material lifting gear (manual and mechanical),
cradle suspensions, rope access equipment,
bosun’s seats, winches, counterbalance systems,
suspended platform systems
– position, install, secure, dismantle and remove
temporary lifting and suspension apparatus
– erect designed and un-designed scaffold
(limitations and formula)
– conduct pre-use checks on manual, electrical
and mechanical equipment
– visually inspect fall protection equipment
– install and test anchors and ties
– identify the differences …
7.4 … between man-riding and material lifting
suspension apparatus
– use hand tools and ancillary equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment.
7.5 Safely use and store materials, hand tools and
ancillary equipment.
7.6 State the needs of other occupations and how to
communicate within a team when installing
temporary lifting and suspension apparatus.
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Learning Outcome – The learner
will: Assessment Criterion – The learner can:
7.7 Describe how to maintain the tools and
equipment used when installing temporary lifting
and suspension apparatus.
