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Introduction
The ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Erection of Precast Concrete (Construction)
qualification provides a nationally recognised qualification for those working in this
specialised area of construction.
The awarding body for this qualification is ProQual Awarding Body (www.proqualab.com)
and the regulatory body is the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual);
It is also endorsed by the sector body for construction – CITB.
The qualification has been accredited onto the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF)
and is published on Ofqual’s Register of Qualifications.
Qualification Profile
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Erection of Precast Concrete
(Construction)
Qualification title ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Erection of Precast
Concrete (Construction)
Ofqual qualification number 603/0317/7
Level 2
Total Qualification Time 400 hours (197 GLH)
Assessment
Pass or fail
Internally assessed and verified by centre staff
External quality assurance by ProQual verifiers
Qualification start date 23/08/16
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
To achieve the qualification candidates must complete the five Mandatory units.
Candidates may complete the Additional Unit but this will not count towards the
qualification.
CITB references and credit values are provided in this document for information only.
Mandatory Units
CITB references
provided for
information
only
Unit Ref. Title Level CITB Internal
Unit Ref.
M/508/6537 Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the
workplace
1 641
T/508/6538 Conforming to productive working practices in the
workplace
2 642
Y/508/6533 Moving, handling and storing resources in the
workplace
2 643
A/508/6525 Slinging and hand signalling the movement of
suspended loads in the workplace
2 402Av1
A/615/1738 Erecting precast concrete cladding units in the
workplace
2 181v2
Additional Units
Unit Ref. Title Level CITB Internal
Unit Ref.
A/508/6508 Preparing and operating scissor-type elevating work
platforms (MEWP) in the workplace
2 392Av3
F/508/6509 Preparing and operating boom-type mobile elevating
work platforms (MEWP) in the workplace
2 392Bv3
T/508/6510 Preparing and operating mast climber-type mobile
elevating work platforms (MEWP) in the workplace
2 392Cv3
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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
Assessors for each unit must have verifiable, current industry experience and a sufficient
depth of relevant occupational expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated Assessment Strategy.
Assessors and internal quality assurance verifiers for competence-based units or
qualifications will normally need to hold appropriate assessor or internal quality assurance
qualifications.
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
Links to National Standards / NOS mapping
National Occupational Standards (NOS) are owned by a Sector Skills Council or Standard
Setting Body and they describe the skills, knowledge and understanding needed to
undertake a particular task or job at different levels of competence.
The structure and units of this qualification are based on NOS for the construction sector
developed by CITB.
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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 qualifications must be assessed in a work environment and in accordance with the
ConstructionSkills’ Consolidated Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment, and it must be internally assessed by an appropriately experienced and
qualified assessor.
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 can be found from page 8.
Additional information for assessment and requirements for unit endorsements where
relevant is included after all of the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for each unit.
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.
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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.
Certification
Candidates who achieve the requirements for this qualification will be awarded:
A certificate listing all units achieved, and
A certificate giving the full qualification title –
ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Erection of Precast Concrete (Construction)
Claiming certificates
Centres may claim certificates for candidates who have been registered with ProQual and
who have successfully achieved the qualification. All certificates will be issued to the centre
for successful candidates.
Unit certificates
If a candidate does not achieve all of the units required for a qualification, the centre may
claim a unit certificate for the candidate which will list all of the units 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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Title: Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace.
Unit Number: M/508/6537
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
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.
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.
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Title: Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace.
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
2 continued 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
– 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.
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Title: Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace.
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
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.
5.2 State how security arrangements are implemented in
relation to the workplace, the general public, site
personnel and resources.
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Title: Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace.
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment, in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
Sector Subject Area 05.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 7
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Title: Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace
Unit Number: T/508/6538
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
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.
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.
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Title: Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
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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Title: Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment, in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
Sector Subject Areas 05.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 10
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Title: Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace
Unit Number Y/508/6533
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
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.
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.
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Title: Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 continued 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.
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.
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Title: Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
5 continued 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
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
resources to the required
guidance.
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.
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
– fragile 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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Title: Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment, in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
Sector Subject Areas 05.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 17
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Title: Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the workplace
Unit Number: A/508/6525
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
preparation for and the
slinging and signalling of loads.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from drawings,
specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method
statements (lift plans) 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, lift plans, work instructions,
manufacturers’ information, approved procedures and
Codes of Practice.
2 Organise with others the
sequence and operation in
which the slinging and
signalling of loads is 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 when
slinging and signalling of loads.
3 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and official
guidance to carry out slinging
and signalling of loads.
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 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.
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Title: Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
preparing for and slinging and
signalling loads.
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
when slinging and signalling loads.
4.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and relevant
legislation when carrying out the slinging and signalling of
loads in relation to at least three of the following:
– safe use and storage of tools and equipment
– safe use, storage and handling of lifting accessories
– safe use of access 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 slinging and signalling of loads, 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 and other
task-related activities.
5 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources to
prepare for and when slinging
and signalling loads.
5.1 Select resources associated with slinging/signalling in relation
to lifting accessories/aids, hand tools and ancillary
equipment.
5.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources, and
how they should be used correctly, relating to:
– lifting accessories
– signalling and communication equipment
– hand tools and ancillary equipment.
5.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly, and
how problems associated with the resources are reported.
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Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
5 Continued 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 carry out
slinging/signalling.
6 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and surrounding
area when preparing to and
slinging and signalling loads.
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 responsibilities,
organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information,
statutory regulations and official guidance.
7 Complete the work within the
allocated time when preparing
to and slinging and signalling
loads.
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.
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Title: Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
8 Comply with the given
contract information to
prepare to and sling and signal
suspended loads for
movement to the required
specification.
8.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when preparing to and
slinging and signalling loads:
– measuring, gauging, estimating, calculating, fitting, fixing,
testing, balancing, interpreting, inspecting, judging, explaining,
preparing, indicating, informing, instructing, signing,
positioning, adjusting, configuring, moving, securing, signalling
and relaying.
8.2 Use and maintain lifting accessories, lifting aids and
equipment.
8.3 Inspect and prepare lifting accessories prior to slinging.
8.4 Prepare to and attach suspended loads to lifting equipment,
using appropriate lifting accessories and load securing
methods, to given working instructions for three of the
following:
– balanced
– unbalanced
– loose
– bundled
– container
– drum
– a load where the machine operator cannot observe its full
movement path.
8.5 Guide, move and place suspended loads to specified
destinations, using hand signals, to given working instructions
for three of the following:
– balanced
– unbalanced
– loose
– bundled
– container
– drum
– a load where the machine operator cannot observe its full
movement path.
8.6 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish authority needed
to rectify, to:
– identify the differences between: slinging and signalling,
directing and guiding movement of vehicles, plant and
machinery, and directing and guiding operations of plant and
machinery not being used for lifting operations
– confirm the authority, duties and responsibilities allocated
– identify characteristics of lifting equipment and lifting
accessories
– identify and interpret valid certification for maintenance,
inspection and thorough examination
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Title: Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
8 Continued 8.7 – lift and transfer people
– sling balanced, unbalanced, loose, live, bundled,
container drum loads and loads that are blind to the
equipment operator
– communicate using hand signals, hand signalling
equipment (lights, wands, fluorescent gloves, flags) and
electronic communication equipment (loud hailers,
radios)
– confirm methods of communication
– recognise blind-spots, potential crush zones and other
limitations to driver visibility
– consider the load characteristics including centre of
gravity and lifting points to determine the method of
slinging
– determine and check the route of the load before and
during the lift including distances, clearances and
landing position
8.8 – select, handle, inspect and use (assemble, set up and
adjust) lifting accessories and aids
– identify rejection criteria for removing lifting accessories
from service
– recognise and determine when specific skills and
knowledge are required and report accordingly
– attach lifting accessories and sling loads securely
– ensure balance and stability of loads
– attach and use load guidance equipment (tag lines)
– guide and place suspended loads by recognised
methods of communication and agreed operational
procedures
– land and position loads safely and securely
– remove and store lifting accessories
– use hand tools and ancillary equipment.
8.9 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
communicate within a team when preparing to and slinging
and signalling loads.
8.10 Describe how to maintain the lifting accessories, lifting aids
and signalling and communication equipment used to sling
and signal loads.
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ProQual, August 2016
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Erection of Precast Concrete (Construction)
24
Title: Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the
workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment and in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated Assessment
Strategy for Construction and the Built Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational expertise
and knowledge, and must use a combination of assessment
methods as defined in the Consolidated Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
This unit must be assessed against the endorsements detailed
within the relevant qualification.
ProQual Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Erection of Precast Concrete
(Construction):
The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work0:
Slinger/signaller – erection of precast concrete only
Sector subject areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 33
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ProQual, August 2016
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Erection of Precast Concrete (Construction)
25
Title: Erecting Precast Concrete Cladding Units in the Workplace
Unit Number: A/615/1738
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
erecting precast concrete
cladding units.
1.1 Interpret and extract information from method
statements and drawings.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and/or 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:
– technical, regulatory: drawings, method statement.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
erecting precast concrete
cladding units.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current legislation
and official guidance whilst working with:
– fall protection: safety nets, air bags, working platforms,
decking systems, access platforms, mobile towers and
other mobile equipment, fall arrest systems, scaffolding,
edge protection, ladders.
2.2 Comply with the relevant Codes of Practice for the safe
erection of precast concrete cladding units and
associated components.
2.3 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.4 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe working
practices when erecting
precast concrete cladding
units.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment and access
equipment safely to carry out the activity in accordance
with legislation and organisational requirements when
erecting precast concrete cladding units.
3.2 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of protection,
should be used, relating to erecting precast concrete
cladding units, 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).
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Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Erection of Precast Concrete (Construction)
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Title: Erecting Precast Concrete Cladding Units in the Workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 continued 3.3 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
instructions.
3.4 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 precast concrete
cladding units.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
precast concrete cladding units and fixings, hand tools,
power tools and ancillary equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– precast concrete cladding units
– 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.
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 method of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to erect
precast concrete cladding units.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
erecting precast concrete
cladding units.
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 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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ProQual, August 2016
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Erection of Precast Concrete (Construction)
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Title: Erecting Precast Concrete Cladding Units in the Workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
erecting precast concrete
cladding units.
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 and timetables
– organisational procedures for reporting
circumstances which will affect the work
programme.
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
erect precast concrete
cladding units to the
required specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when erecting
precast concrete cladding units:
– measuring, marking out, lifting, pitching, fitting,
positioning, adjusting, laying and finishing.
7.2 Erect precast concrete cladding to contract
specification:
– position cladding units
– fix cladding units
– erect temporary propping.
7.3 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the authority
needed to rectify them, to:
– position precast concrete cladding units
– fix precast concrete cladding units
– position associated concrete units,
e.g. flooring, structural, stairs
– erect temporary propping
– place in-situ concrete
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– work at height.
7.4 Safely use and handle materials.
7.5 Safely use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary
equipment.
7.6 Safely store the materials, tools and equipment used
when erecting precast concrete cladding units.
7.7 Describe the needs of other occupations/trades and
how to effectively communicate within a team when
erecting precast concrete cladding units.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when erecting precast concrete cladding units.
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Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Erection of Precast Concrete (Construction)
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Title: Erecting Precast Concrete Cladding Units in the Workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment, in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
Sector Subject Areas 05.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 130
Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria
ProQual, August 2016
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Erection of Precast Concrete (Construction)
29
Title: Preparing and operating scissor-type mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP) in the
workplace
Unit Number: A/508/6508
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
preparation and using scissortype 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 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.
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Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Erection of Precast Concrete (Construction)
30
Title: Preparing and operating scissor-type mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP) in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
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 taskrelated activities and rescue plans.
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.
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Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Erection of Precast Concrete (Construction)
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Title: Preparing and operating scissor-type mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP) in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
5 continued 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 scissortype 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 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.
Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria
ProQual, August 2016
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Erection of Precast Concrete (Construction)
32
Title: Preparing and operating scissor-type mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP) in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
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 scissor-type 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
– 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 – 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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ProQual, August 2016
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Erection of Precast Concrete (Construction)
33
Title: Preparing and operating scissor-type mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP)
in the workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment and in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
Sector subject areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Credit value 12
Unit guided learning hours 40
Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria
ProQual, August 2016
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Erection of Precast Concrete (Construction)
34
Title: Preparing and operating boom-type mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP) in the
workplace
Unit Number: F/508/6509
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
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 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.
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ProQual, August 2016
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Erection of Precast Concrete (Construction)
35
Title: Preparing and operating boom-type mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP) in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
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 taskrelated activities and rescue plans.
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.
Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria
ProQual, August 2016
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Erection of Precast Concrete (Construction)
36
Title: Preparing and operating boom-type mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP) in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
5 continued 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 boomtype 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 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.
Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria
ProQual, August 2016
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Erection of Precast Concrete (Construction)
37
Title: Preparing and operating boom-type mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP) in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
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 boom-type 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
– 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 – 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.
Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria
ProQual, August 2016
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Erection of Precast Concrete (Construction)
38
Title: Preparing and operating boom-type mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP)
in the workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment and in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
This unit must be assessed against the endorsements detailed
within the relevant NVQ Structure.
ProQual Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Erection of Precast Concrete
(Construction):
One of the following endorsements required:
Mobile elevated work platform boom vehicle mounted
Mobile elevated work platform boom self-propelled
Sector subject areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Credit value 14
Unit guided learning hours 47
Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria
ProQual, August 2016
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Erection of Precast Concrete (Construction)
39
Title: Preparing and operating mast climber-type mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP)
in the workplace
Unit Number T/508/6510
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
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 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.
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Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
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, spillages, injuries, other taskrelated 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 climbertype MEWPs.
5.1 Request and select resources associated with mast climbertype 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.
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Title: Preparing and operating mast climber-type mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP)
in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
5 continued 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.
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.
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Title: Preparing and operating mast climber-type mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP)
in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
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 climber-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
– 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
– 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.
8.6 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when preparing to
and carrying out accessing operations.
8.7 Describe how to maintain the plant and machinery, hand
tools, ancillary equipment used to access working areas.
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Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment and in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
