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Introduction
The aim of this qualification is to recognise the knowledge, skills and competence of
individuals who work in this specialised area of the construction industry. This qualification
enables learners to gain recognition for their skills and the potential to take on more
responsibility in the workplace.
The awarding organisation 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 Welsh Government for use
by centres in Wales and 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 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations
(Construction)
Ofqual qualification number 603/2003/5
Level Level 3
Guided learning hours 454
Total Qualification Time 1040
Assessment
Pass or fail
Internally assessed and verified by centre staff
External quality assurance by ProQual verifiers
Qualification start date 26/6/17
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 the Mandatory and Optional unit requirements from one of the
Pathways.
Pathway 1 – Roof and Wall Sheeting and Cladding
Pathway 2 – Rainscreen Wall Cladding Systems
Pathway 1 – Roof and Wall Sheeting and Cladding
Candidates must complete 8 Mandatory units plus 1 Optional unit
Mandatory Units – complete all units
Unit
Reference
Number
Unit Title Unit
Level GLH
A/503/2772 Confirming work activities and resources for an occupational work
area in the workplace 3 33
M/503/2915 Developing and maintaining good occupational working
relationships in the workplace 5 27
R/503/2924 Confirming the occupational method of work in the workplace 3 37
M/508/6537 Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace 1 7
A/616/1704 Preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding
materials on roofs and walls in the workplace 2 60
F/616/1705 Installing sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls in the
workplace 2 67
J/616/1706 installing sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
in the workplace 3 43
H/615/9218 Installing sheeting and cladding systems to curved and complex
roof and wall formations in the workplace 2 147
Optional Units – complete ONE unit
Unit
Reference
Number
Unit Title Unit
Level GLH
K/615/9219 Refurbishing sheeting and cladding on roofs, walls or rainscreen
systems in the workplace 2 73
D/615/9220 Repairing sheeting and cladding systems (including rainscreen) in
the workplace 2 67
H/615/2186 Installing solar collectors to roofs in the workplace 2 20
A/508/6508 Preparing and operating scissor-type mobile elevating work
platforms (MEWP) in the workplace 2 40
F/508/6509 Preparing and operating boom-type mobile elevating work
platforms (MEWP) in the workplace 2 47
K/508/6536 Setting out secondary dimensional work control in the workplace 2 23
A/508/6525 Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in
the workplace 2 33
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Pathway 2 – Rainscreen Wall Cladding Systems
Candidates must complete 6 Mandatory units, plus 3 Optional units
Mandatory Units – complete all units
Unit
Reference
Number
Unit Title Unit
Level GLH
A/503/2772 Confirming work activities and resources for an occupational work
area in the workplace 3 33
M/503/2915 Developing and maintaining good occupational working
relationships in the workplace 5 27
R/503/2924 Confirming the occupational method of work in the workplace 3 37
M/508/6537 Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace 1 7
L/616/1707 Preparing backing walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding systems
in the workplace 3 67
R/616/1708 Installing rainscreen wall cladding systems in the workplace 3 83
Optional Units – complete THREE units
Unit
Reference
Number
Unit Title Unit
Level GLH
K/615/9219 Refurbishing sheeting and cladding on roofs, walls or rainscreen
systems in the workplace 2 73
D/615/9220 Repairing sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls
(including rainscreen) in the workplace 2 67
A/508/6489 Preparing and operating ergonomic manipulating machines to lift
and transfer loads in the workplace 2 37
A/508/6508 Preparing and operating scissor-type mobile elevating work
platforms (MEWP) in the workplace 2 40
F/508/6509 Preparing and operating boom-type mobile elevating work
platforms (MEWP) in the workplace 2 47
K/508/6536 Setting out secondary dimensional work control in the workplace 2 23
A/508/6525
Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in
the workplace 2 33
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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 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
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Assessment
Candidates must demonstrate the level of knowledge described in the unit. Assessment is
the process of measuring a candidate’s knowledge and understanding against the standards
set in the qualification.
Assessment guidance is included to assure consistency.
Each candidate is required to produce evidence which demonstrates their achievement of
all of the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for each unit.
Evidence can include: – assignments/projects/reports
– worksheets
– portfolio of evidence
– record of oral and/or written questioning
– candidate test papers
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 9.
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.
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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 qualifications will be awarded:
- A certificate listing the units achieved, and
- A certificate giving the full qualification title –
ProQual Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
Claiming certificates
Centres may claim certificates for candidates who have been registered with ProQual and who have
successfully meet the requirements for a qualification. All certificates will be issued to the centre for
successful candidates.
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: Confirming Work Activities and Resources for an Occupational Work Area in
the Workplace
Unit Number: A/503/2772
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Identify work activities,
assess required resources
and plan the sequence of
work.
1.1 Identify work activities, assess required resources and
plan the sequence of work.
1.2 Identify work activities and formulate a plan for their
own sequence of work.
1.3 Explain the types of work relative to the occupational
area and how to identify different work activities.
1.4 Explain methods of assessing the resources needed
from a range of available information.
1.5 Explain the required information and the different
methods used to prepare a work programme relative to
the occupational area.
2 Obtain clarification and
advice where the resources
required are not available.
2.1 Seek advice and clarity from appropriate sources on resources
available and the alternatives that can be used for the work
when required resources are not available.
2.2 Explain the different sources and methods that can be used to
obtain clarification and advice when the required resources
are not available.
3 Evaluate the work activities
and the requirements of
any significant external
factors against the project
requirements.
3.1 Assess progress of work against project requirements, taking
into account external factors relating to:
– other occupations and /or customers
– resources
– weather conditions
– health and safety requirements.
3.2 Explain different methods of evaluating work activities against
the following project requirements:
– contract conditions
– contract programme
– health and safety requirements of operatives.
3.3 Evaluate the requirements of significant external factors that
could affect the progress of work, in relation to:
– other related programmes
– special working conditions
– weather conditions
– other occupations/people
– resources
– health and safety requirements.
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Title: Confirming Work Activities and Resources for an Occupational Work Area in
the Workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Identify work activities
which influence each other
and make the best use of
the resources available.
4.1 Determine work activities that have an influence on
each other.
4.2 Evaluate which work activities make the best use of
available resources in relation to:
– occupations and/or customers associated with the
work
– tools, plant and/or ancillary equipment
– materials and components.
4.3 Explain different methods and sources that can identify
which work activities influence each other.
4.4 Describe how to determine the sequence of work
activities and how long each work activity will take.
4.5 Describe what zero and low carbon requirements are.
4.6 Explain how work activities and different ways of using
resources can impact on zero and low carbon
requirements, and make a positive contribution to the
environment.
5 Identify changed
circumstances that require
alterations to the work
programme and justify them
to decision makers.
5.1 Evaluate project progress against the work programme
to identify any changed circumstances.
5.2 Inform line management and/or customers on the type
and extent of any required changes to the work
programme.
5.3 Explain how to identify possible alterations to the work
programme to meet changed circumstances relating to
action lists, method statements, duration, schedules
and/or occupation specific requirements.
5.4 Explain how to assess contractual/work effects resulting
from alterations to the work programme.
5.5 Explain the methods used to justify to decision makers
on the effects resulting from alterations to the work
programme.
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Title: Confirming Work Activities and Resources for an Occupational Work Area 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 33
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Title: Developing and Maintaining Good Occupational Working Relationships in the
Workplace
Unit Number: M/503/2915
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Develop, maintain and
encourage working
relationships to promote
good will and trust.
1.1 Give appropriate advice and information to relevant
people about the occupational work activities and/or
associated occupations involved.
1.2 Apply the principles of equality and diversity by
considering the needs of individuals when working and
communicating with others.
1.3 Explain the methods and techniques used and personal
attributes required to encourage and maintain working
relationships that promote goodwill and trust with
relevant people.
1.4 Explain the principles of equality and diversity and how
to apply them when working and communicating with
others.
2 Inform relevant people
about work activities in an
appropriate level of detail,
with the appropriate level
of urgency.
2.1 Communicate on the following work activity
information to relevant people following organisational
procedures:
– appropriate timescales
– health and safety requirements
– co-ordination of work procedures.
2.2 Explain the different methods and techniques used to
inform relevant people about work activities.
2.3 Explain the effects of not informing relevant people
with the expected level of urgency.
2.4 Explain the different types of work activity related
information and to what level of detail the following
people would expect to receive:
– colleagues
– employers
– customers
– contractors
– suppliers of products and services
– other people affected by the work/project.
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Title: Developing and Maintaining Good Occupational Working Relationships in the
Workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Offer advice and help to
relevant people about work
activities and encourage
questions/requests for
clarification and comments.
3.1 Give appropriate advice and information to relevant
people about the different methods of carrying out
occupational work activities to achieve the required
outcome.
3.2 Explain the techniques of encouraging questions
and/or requests for clarification and comments.
3.3 Explain the different ways of offering advice and help
to different people about work activities, in relation to:
– progress
– results
– achievements
– occupational problems
– occupational opportunities
– health and safety requirements
– co-ordinated work.
4 Clarify proposals with
relevant people and discuss
alternative suggestions.
4.1 Engage regular discussions with relevant people about
the occupational work activity and/or other
occupations involved.
4.2 Explain the methods of clarifying alternative proposals
with relevant people.
4.3 Explain the methods of suggesting alternative
proposals.
5 Resolve differences of
opinion in ways that
minimise offence and
maintain goodwill, trust and
respect.
5.1 Examine and agree the work activities that satisfy all
people involved and will meet the required outcome of
the proposed method of work.
5.2 Explain the methods and techniques used to resolve
differences of opinion in ways which minimise offence
and maintain goodwill, trust and respect.
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Title: Developing and Maintaining Good Occupational Working Relationships 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 27
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Title: Confirming the Occupational Method of Work in the Workplace
Unit Number: R/503/2924
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Assess available project
data accurately to
determine the occupational
method of work.
1.1 Interpret and extract information from drawings,
specifications, schedules, manufacturer’s information,
methods of work, risk assessments and programmes of
work.
1.2 Explain how to summarise the following project data:
– required quantities
– specifications
– detailed drawings
– health and safety requirements
– timescales
– scope of works.
1.3 Explain the different methods of assessing available
project data.
1.4 Explain how to use project data to interpret the work
method, In relation to:
– standard work procedures
– sequence of work
– organisation of resources (people, equipment,
materials)
– work techniques
– working conditions (health, safety and welfare)
– risk assessment.
2 Obtain additional
information from
alternative sources in cases
where the available project
data is insufficient.
2.1 Collect and collate additional information from
alternative sources to clarify the work to be carried out.
2.2 Explain different methods and techniques of obtaining
additional information from the following alternative
sources when available project data is insufficient:
– customers or representatives
– suppliers
– regulatory authorities
– manufacturer’s literature.
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Title: Confirming the Occupational Method of Work in the Workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Identify work methods that
will make best use of
resources and meet project,
statutory and contractual
requirements.
3.1 Examine potential work methods to carry out the
occupational work activity.
3.2 Determine which work methods will make best use of
relevant resources and meet health and safety requirements
relating to technical and/or project criteria.
3.3 Explain how to identify work methods that make best use of
resources and meet project, statutory and contractual
requirements against technical criteria, in relation to:
– health and safety welfare (principles of protection)
– fire protection
– access and egress
– equipment availability
– availability of competent workforce
– pollution risk
– waste and disposal
– zero and low carbon outcomes
– weather conditions.
3.4 Explain how to identify work methods that make best use of
resources and meet project, statutory and contractual
requirements against project criteria, in relation to:
– conforming to statutory requirements
– customer and user needs
– contract requirements in terms of time, quantity and
quality
– environmental considerations.
3.5 Explain how different methods of work can achieve zero/low
carbon outcomes.
4 Confirm and communicate the
selected work method to
relevant personnel.
4.1 Confirm the selected occupational work method that meets
project, statutory and contractual requirements.
4.2 Communicate appropriately to relevant people on the
selected occupational work method.
4.3 Describe the different techniques and methods of confirming
and communicating work methods to relevant people.
4.4 Explain the principles of equality and diversity and how to
apply them when working and communicating with others.
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Title: Confirming the Occupational Method of Work 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 37
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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: Preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials on
roofs and walls in the workplace
Unit Number: A/616/1704
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
preparing resources for the
installation of sheeting and
cladding materials on roofs
and walls.
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, oral and
written procedures, site inductions, current regulations
governing buildings and official guidance associated with
preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and
cladding.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
preparing resources for the
installation of sheeting and
cladding materials on roofs
and walls.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst
working:
– in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with
tools and equipment, with materials and
substances, with movement and storage of
materials, by manual handling and mechanical lifting
and with mechanical access equipment.
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
preparing resources for the
installation of sheeting and
cladding materials on roofs
and walls.
3.1 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 preparing resources for the
installation of sheeting and cladding materials on roofs
and walls.
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Title: Preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials on
roofs and walls in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Continued 3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and
relevant legislation when preparing resources for the
installation of sheeting and cladding materials on roofs
and walls in relation to the following:
– safe use of access equipment
– safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools
and equipment
– specific risks to health
3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of prevention
should be used, relating to preparing resources for the
installation of sheeting and cladding materials on roofs
and walls, 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)
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries, falls, rescue procedures and other task-related
activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
prepare resources for the
installation of sheeting and
cladding materials on roofs
and walls.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– fixings and fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, spacer
systems
– insulation, vapour control, separation and breather
membranes,
– sealants and fillers.
– metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam,
secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels,
decking panels and fibre cement systems
– hand tools, portable power tools and equipment.
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Title: Preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials on
roofs and walls in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Continued 4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly,
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 the methods of calculating quantity, length,
area and wastage associated with the method and
procedure to prepare sheeting and cladding materials
and resources for installation on roofs and walls.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
preparing resources for the
installation of sheeting and
cladding materials on roofs
and walls.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Prevent 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
preparing resources for the
installation of sheeting and
cladding materials on roofs
and walls.
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.
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Title: Preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials on
roofs and walls in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
prepare resources for the
installation of sheeting and
cladding materials on roofs
and walls.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when preparing
resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding
materials on roofs and walls:
– identifying, checking, measuring, marking out,
cutting, preparing and positioning.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and
ancillary equipment.
7.3 Prepare resources for installation, to include sheeting
and cladding materials, fixings, flashings, roof and wall
components, and ancillary equipment to given working
instructions for one of the following systems:
– built-up
– standing seam
– secret fix
– composite panel
– fibre-cement
– rainscreen cladding
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– identify installation quality requirements
– conform to agreed specification
– confirm manufacturers’ installation criteria
– check resources for type, quantity and damage and
report discrepancies
– deal with damaged and incorrect roof and wall
sheeting and cladding materials and resources
– identify types and characteristics of cladding sheets
including; single skin, sinusoidal (corrugated),
trapezoidal (box) and fibre cement profiles, twin or
double skin insulated systems, composite panel
(sandwich panel) systems, decking, structural
decking and rainscreen products
– identify parts of roof and wall cladding sheets
including; top and bottom flanges, crown, web,
trough or pan
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Title: Preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials on
roofs and walls in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Continued 7.4
contd
– identify types, characteristics and applications of
cladding products and systems including: built-up,
standing seam, secret fix, composite panel, fibre
cement, rainscreen cladding products
– recognise the differences between sheeting and
cladding profiles for walls and roofs
– measure, mark out and cut sheeting and cladding
– adjust and position fixings, halters, spacers, clips
and fittings
– identify, recognise and work to gridlines and
datum marks
– prepare, align and position resources ready to
install: built-up, standing seam, secret fix,
composite panel, fibre cement and rainscreen
cladding
– check quality and suitability of work on completion
and at the end of each working period
– recognise and determine when additional
specialist skills and knowledge are required and
report accordingly
– work from mobile elevating work platforms
– work with, around and in close proximity to plant
and machinery
– use hand tools, portable power tools and
equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment.
7.5 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when
preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and
cladding materials on roofs and walls.
7.6 Describe how and when to maintain the tools and
equipment used when preparing resources for the
installation of sheeting and cladding materials on roofs
and walls.
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Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
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Title: Preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials on
roofs and walls 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 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction):
One of the following endorsements required:
Built up systems
Standing seam systems
Secret fix systems
Composite panel systems
Fibre-cement systems
Rainscreen cladding systems
Sector Subject
Areas
5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided
learning hours
60
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Title: Installing sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls in the workplace
Unit Number: F/616/1705
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
installing sheeting and
cladding systems on roofs
and walls.
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, oral and written procedures, site
inductions, current regulations governing buildings
and official guidance associated with the installation
of sheeting and cladding systems.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing sheeting and
cladding systems on roofs
and walls.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents, health hazards and the environment, whilst
working:
– in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with
tools and equipment, with materials and
substances, with movement and storage of
materials, by manual handling and mechanical lifting
and with mechanical access equipment.
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 report.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
installing sheeting and
cladding systems on roofs
and walls.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when installing sheeting
and cladding systems on roofs and walls.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
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Title: Installing sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Continued 3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and
relevant legislation when installing sheeting and
cladding systems on roofs and walls in relation to the
following:
– safe use of access equipment
– safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools
and equipment
– specific risks to health
3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of prevention,
should be used, relating to installing sheeting and
cladding systems on roofs and walls, 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)
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries, falls, rescue procedures and other task-related
activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
install sheeting and cladding
systems on roofs and walls.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in
relation to materials, components, fixings, tools and
equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, spacer
systems and clips,
– insulation, vapour control, separation and breather
membranes
– sealants and fillers
– metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam,
secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and fibre
cement systems
– hand tools, portable power tools and equipment.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
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Title: Installing sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Continued 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 the methods of calculating quantity, length,
area and wastage associated with the method and
procedure to install sheeting and cladding systems on
roofs and walls.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
installing sheeting and
cladding systems on roofs
and walls.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Prevent 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
installing sheeting and
cladding systems on roofs
and walls.
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.
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Title: Installing sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
install sheeting and
cladding systems on roofs
and walls to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing
sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls:
– measuring, setting out, adjusting, aligning, levelling
plumb, fitting, fixing and finishing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and
ancillary equipment.
7.3 Install sheeting and cladding materials to roofs and
walls, to include flashings, openings, vents, up-stands,
protrusions and penetrations to given working
instructions for one of the following systems:
– built-up
– standing seam
– secret fix
– composite panel
– fibre-cement
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– identify installation quality requirements
– conform to agreed specifications
– conform to manufacturers’ installation criteria
– identify, recognise and work to gridlines and
datum marks
– position and secure fixings, halters, spacers, clips,
fittings and sheets
– deal with damaged and incorrect sheeting,
cladding materials and resources
– install built up, standing seam, secret fix,
composite panels and fibre cement systems
– install decking and structural panels
– maintain the integrity of surfaces, backgrounds,
sheets and panels
– position and secure vents
– install insulation
– measure, cut, fit, shape and fix flashing materials
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Title: Installing sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Continued 7.4
contd
– install translucent sheets, condensation and
vapour control materials
– form and shape components for openings, vents,
up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
– ensure the integrity of joints, overlaps and
interface details
– apply sealants and install fillers to ensure water
and airtight seals
– check quality and suitability of work on
completion and at the end of each working period
– recognise and determine when additional
specialist skills and knowledge are required and
report accordingly
– work from mobile elevating work platforms
– work with, around and in close proximity to plant
and machinery
– use hand tools, portable power tools and
equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment.
7.5 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when installing
sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls.
7.6 Describe how and when to maintain the tools and
equipment used when installing sheeting and cladding
systems on roofs and walls.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
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Title: Installing sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls 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 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Operations (Construction):
One of the following endorsements required:
Built up systems
Standing seam systems
Secret fix systems
Composite panel systems
Fibre-cement systems
Sector Subject
Areas
5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for
use
Shared unit
Unit guided
learning hours
67
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
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Title: Installing sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls in the
workplace
Unit Number: J/616/1706
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
installing sheeting and
cladding rainwater goods on
roofs and walls.
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, oral and written procedures, site
inductions, current regulations governing buildings
and official guidance associated with the installation
of rainwater goods.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing sheeting and
cladding rainwater goods on
roofs and walls.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents, health hazards and the environment, whilst
working:
– in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with
tools and equipment, with materials and substances,
with movement and storage of materials, by manual
handling and mechanical lifting and with mechanical
access equipment.
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
installing sheeting and
cladding rainwater goods on
roofs and walls.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when installing sheeting
and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
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Title: Installing sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Continued 3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and relevant
legislation when installing sheeting and cladding rainwater
goods on roofs and walls in relation to the following:
– safe use of access equipment
– safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and
equipment
– specific risks to health
3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control equipment,
identified by the principles of prevention should be used,
relating to installing sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on
roofs and walls, 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)
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and personal
skills when involved with fires, spillages, injuries, falls, rescue
procedures and other task-related activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
install sheeting and cladding
rainwater goods on roofs
and walls.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– brackets, fixings and supports
– gutters, pipes, downpipes and angles
– sealant and gaskets
– stop-ends, grills, guards, filters and covers
– overflows, sumps and outlets
– hand tools, portable power tools and equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly, 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.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
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Title: Installing sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Continued 4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
4.6 Describe the methods of calculating quantity, length,
area and wastage associated with the method and
procedure to install sheeting and cladding rainwater
goods on roofs and walls.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
installing sheeting and
cladding rainwater goods on
roofs and walls.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Prevent 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
installing sheeting and
cladding rainwater goods on
roofs and walls.
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
install sheeting and cladding
rainwater goods on roofs
and walls to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing
sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls:
– measuring, cutting, setting out, aligning, fitting,
positioning, fixing and securing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and
ancillary equipment.
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Title: Installing sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls in the
workplace
Additional information about this unit
7 Continued 7.3 Install the following roof sheeting and cladding
rainwater goods to given working instructions for:
– gutters
– pipes, downpipes and angles (swan necks, off sets)
– brackets and supports
– sumps
– overflows
– outlets.
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the authority
needed to rectify them, to:
– identify installation quality requirements
– conform to agreed specification
– confirm manufacturers’ installation criteria
– identify datum, line, level and plumb
– deal with damaged and incorrect materials and
resources
– position, fix and secure brackets and supports
– install gutters, pipes including downpipes, and angles
(swan necks and offsets), sumps, outlets and overflows
– ensure the integrity of joints and overlaps
– maintain the integrity of surfaces
– install materials and components, stop-ends, grills,
guards, filters, sealants, gaskets and covers
– check quality and suitability of work on completion and
at the end of each working period
– recognise and determine when additional specialist skills
and knowledge are required and report accordingly
– determine specific requirements for structures of special
interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical
significance
– work from mobile elevating work platforms
– work with, around and in close proximity to plant and
machinery
– use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
– work at height
– use of access equipment.
7.5 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when installing
sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and
walls.
7.6 Describe how and when to maintain the tools and
equipment used when installing sheeting and cladding
rainwater goods on roofs and walls.
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Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
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Title: Installing sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls 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 Area 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 43
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
39
Title: Installing sheeting and cladding systems to curved and complex roof and wall
formations in the workplace
Unit Number: H/615/9218
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
installing sheeting and
cladding systems to curved
and complex roof and wall
formations.
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, oral and written procedures, site
inductions, current regulations governing buildings,
and official guidance associated with the installation
of sheeting and cladding systems.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing sheeting and
cladding systems to curved
and complex roof and wall
formations.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents, health hazards and the environment, whilst
working:
– in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with
tools and equipment, with materials and substances,
with movement/ and storage of materials, by
manual handling and mechanical lifting and with
mechanical access equipment.
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
installing sheeting and
cladding systems to curved
and complex roof and wall
formations.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when installing sheeting
and cladding systems to curved and complex roof and
wall formations.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
40
Title: Installing sheeting and cladding systems to curved and complex roof and wall
formations in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Continued 3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and
relevant legislation when installing sheeting and
cladding systems to curved and complex roof and wall
formations in relation to the following:
– safe use of access equipment
– safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools
and equipment
– specific risks to health
3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of prevention
should be used, relating to installing sheeting and
cladding systems to curved and complex roof and wall
formations, 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)
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages, injuries,
falls, rescue procedures and other task-related activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
install sheeting and cladding
systems to curved and
complex roof and wall
formations.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters and spacer
system
– insulation, fire–stops, vapour control, separation and
breather membranes
– primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and
fillers
– metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam,
secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and fibre
cement systems
– rainwater goods
– hand tools, portable power tools and equipment.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
41
Title: Installing sheeting and cladding systems to curved and complex roof and wall
formations in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Continued 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 the methods of calculating quantity, length,
area and wastage associated with the method and
procedure to install sheeting and cladding systems to
curved and complex roof and wall formations.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
installing sheeting and
cladding systems to curved
and complex roof and wall
formations.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Prevent 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
installing sheeting and
cladding systems to curved
and complex roof and wall
formations.
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.
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Title: Installing sheeting and cladding systems to curved and complex roof and wall
formations in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
install sheeting and
cladding systems to curved
and complex roof and wall
formations to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing
sheeting and cladding systems to curved and complex
roof and wall formations:
– measuring, setting out, fitting, finishing,
positioning and securing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and
ancillary equipment.
7.3 Prepare and install sheeting and cladding to complex
roof or wall formations, incorporating weathering
materials, related materials and components,
ventilation and insulation, fittings and fixings and
flashings for the following to given working
instructions:
– curved areas
– complex formations.
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– identify installation quality requirements
– conform to agreed specification
– confirm manufacturers’ installation criteria
– set out and transfer lines and levels in preparation
for installation
– prepare and layout materials, components, fixings
and fittings
– install fire stops, vapour control, separation and
breather membranes
– install sheeting and cladding to curved and
complex formations
– position and secure flashings and vents
– install insulation and flashing material
– form and shape components for intricate,
unconventional areas, up-stands, protrusions and
penetrations
– ensure the integrity of joints, overlaps and
interface details
– apply sealants and install fillers to ensure water
and airtightness.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
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Title: Installing sheeting and cladding systems to curved and complex roof and wall
formations in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Continued 7.4
contd
– recognise the differences between sheeting and
cladding materials for roof and walls
– deal with damaged and incorrect sheeting and
cladding materials and resources
– check quality and suitability of work on
completion and at the end of each working period
– recognise and determine when additional
specialist skills and knowledge are required and
report accordingly
– work from mobile elevating work platforms
– work with, around and in close proximity to plant
and machinery
– use hand tools, portable power tools and
equipment
– work at height
– use of access equipment.
7.5 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when installing
sheeting and cladding systems to curved and complex
roof and wall formations.
7.6 Describe how and when to maintain the tools and
equipment used when installing sheeting and cladding
systems to curved and complex roof and wall
formations.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
44
Title: Installing sheeting and cladding systems to curved and complex roof and wall
formations 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 Area 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 147
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
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Title: Refurbishing sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or rainscreen systems in
the workplace
Unit Number: K/615/9219
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
refurbishing sheeting and
cladding on roofs or walls or
rainscreen systems.
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, oral and written procedures, site
inductions, current regulations governing buildings
and official guidance associated with the
refurbishment of sheeting and cladding on roofs or
walls or rainscreen systems
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
refurbishing sheeting and
cladding on roofs or walls or
rainscreen systems
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst
working:
– in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with
tools and equipment, with materials and substances,
with movement and storage of materials, by manual
handling and mechanical lifting and with mechanical
access equipment.
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
refurbishing sheeting and
cladding on roofs or walls or
rainscreen systems.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when refurbishing sheeting
and cladding on roofs or walls or rainscreen systems.
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Title: Refurbishing sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or rainscreen systems in
the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Continued 3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and relevant
legislation when refurbishing sheeting and cladding on roofs
or walls or rainscreen systems. in relation to the following:
– safe use of access equipment
– safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and
equipment
– specific risks to health
3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control equipment,
identified by the principles of prevention, should be used,
relating to refurbishing sheeting and cladding on roofs or
walls or rainscreen systems, 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)
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and personal
skills when involved with fires, spillages, injuries, falls, rescue
procedures, other task-related activities and the discovery of
asbestos containing substances.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
refurbish sheeting and
cladding on roofs or walls or
rainscreen systems.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, clips and
spacer systems
– insulation, vapour control, separation and breather
membranes
– primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes sealants and
fillers
– metal, translucent sheets, built up, standing seam,
secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels,
decking panels and fibre cement system
– rainwater goods
– hand tools, portable power tools and equipment.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
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Title: Refurbishing sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or rainscreen systems in
the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 continued 4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly,
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, area and
wastage associated with the method and procedure to
refurbish sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or
rainscreen systems.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
refurbishing sheeting and
cladding on roofs or walls or
rainscreen systems.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Prevent 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
safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and
official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
refurbishing sheeting and
cladding on roofs or walls or
rainscreen systems.
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.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
48
Title: Refurbishing sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or rainscreen systems in
the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
refurbish sheeting and
cladding on roofs or walls
or rainscreen systems to
the required specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when
refurbishing sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or
rainscreen systems:
– identifying, checking, measuring, marking out,
cutting, removing, cleaning, replacing, aligning,
positioning, fixing and sealing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and
ancillary equipment.
7.3 Prepare resources and backgrounds to refurbish, strip
and re-sheet or over-clad, sheeting and cladding on
roofs or walls to given working instructions for one of
the following systems:
– built-up
– standing seam
– secret fix
– composite panel
– fibre cement
– rainscreen cladding
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– identify installation quality requirements
– conform to agreed specification
– confirm manufacturers’ installation criteria
– identify the criteria for removing and over-cladding
materials containing hazardous substances, including
licenced and non-licenced asbestos
– check currency of calibration for levelling equipment
– retain the integrity of background surfaces and backing
walls
– prepare backgrounds and backing walls for replacement
(new or recycled) sheeting and cladding systems
– identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum
marks
– prepare existing roof and wall coverings for overcladding
– strip existing roof and wall coverings and rainscreen
wall cladding support systems for re-sheeting
– apply cleaning agents and primers
– install insulation, sealing tapes, vapour checks and
separation membranes
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
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Title: Refurbishing sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or rainscreen systems in
the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Continued 7.4
contd
– assess the suitability of structures and existing
roof coverings to receive replacement materials
– layout and align products, adjust fixings, halters,
spacers, clips, fittings, sheets and cladding
materials
– fit and fix replacement materials
– form and shape components for up-stands,
protrusions and penetrations
– recognise the differences between sheeting and
cladding materials for roofs and walls and
rainscreen systems
– check quality and suitability of work on
completion and at the end of each working
period
– recognise and determine when additional
specialist skills and knowledge are required and
report accordingly
– determine specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance
– work from mobile elevating work platforms
– work with, around and in close proximity to plant
and machinery
– handle, store and dispose of removed materials
and components
– use hand tools, portable power tools and
equipment
– work at height
– use of access equipment.
7.5 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when
refurbishing sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or
rainscreen systems.
7.6 Describe how and when to maintain the tools and
equipment used when refurbishing sheeting and
cladding on roofs or walls or rainscreen systems.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
50
Title: Refurbishing sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or rainscreen systems in
the workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment
Guidance
This unit must be assessed in a work environment and in accordance 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 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Operations (Construction:
One of the following endorsements required:
Built up systems
Standing seam systems
Secret fix systems
Composite panel systems
Fibre-cement systems
Rainscreen cladding systems
Sector Subject
Area
5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for
use
Shared unit
Unit guided
learning hours
73
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
51
Title: Repairing sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls (including
rainscreen) in the workplace
Unit Number: D/615/9220
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
repairing sheeting and
cladding systems on roofs
and walls, including
rainscreen.
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, oral and written procedures, site
inductions, current regulations governing buildings
and official guidance associated with the repair of
sheeting and cladding systems.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
repairing sheeting and
cladding systems on roofs
and walls, including
rainscreen.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents, health hazards and the environment, whilst
working:
– in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with
tools and equipment, with materials and substances,
with movement and storage of materials, by manual
handling and mechanical lifting and with mechanical
access equipment.
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
repairing sheeting and
cladding systems on roofs
and walls, including
rainscreen.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when repairing sheeting
and cladding systems on roofs and walls, including
rainscreen.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
52
Title: Repairing sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls (including rainscreen) in
the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Continued 3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and
relevant legislation when repairing sheeting and cladding
systems on roofs and walls, including rainscreen, in relation
to the following:
– safe use of access equipment and working platforms
– safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and
equipment
– specific risks to health
3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control equipment,
identified by the principles of prevention, should be used,
relating to repairing sheeting and cladding systems on roofs
and walls, including rainscreen, 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)
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and personal
skills when involved with fires, spillages, injuries, falls,
rescue procedures and other task-related activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
repair sheeting and cladding
systems on roofs and walls,
including rainscreen.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation
to materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in relation
to:
– fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters and spacer
system
– insulation, vapour control, separation and breather
membranes
– primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
– metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret
fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking
panels and fibre cement systems
– rainwater goods
– hand tools, portable power tools and equipment.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
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Title: Repairing sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls (including rainscreen) in
the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Continued 4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly, 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 the methods of calculating quantity, length, area
and wastage associated with the method and procedure to
repair sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls,
including rainscreen.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and surrounding
area when repairing sheeting
and cladding systems on roofs
and walls, including
rainscreen.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage in
accordance with safe working practices and organisational
procedures.
5.2 Prevent 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 repairing
sheeting and cladding systems
on roofs and walls, including
rainscreen.
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.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
54
Title: Repairing sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls (including rainscreen) in
the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Comply with the given
contract information to repair
sheeting and cladding systems
on roofs and walls, including
rainscreen, to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when repairing
sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls, including
rainscreen:
– removing, replacing, renewing and repairing
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and
ancillary equipment
7.3 Identify and repair defects in sheeting and cladding systems
to given working instructions:
– leaks
– condensation
– damaged sheets and components
– minor surface coating defects
– damaged or missing flashings.
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the authority
needed to rectify them, to:
– identify installation quality requirements
– conform to agreed specification
– confirm manufacturers’ repair and installation criteria
– identify defects including: leaks, condensation, damaged
sheets and components, surface coating defects,
damaged and missing flashings
– remove and recover defective materials
– carry out repairs to sheet components
– remove and replace damaged, missing and incorrect
sheeting and cladding materials, components, fittings,
fixings and flashings
– identify and match existing products
– identify the source of leaks and condensation
– deal with and prevent water leaks and condensation
– inspect, test, repair and replace rainwater goods
– identify and ensure the integrity of joints and overlaps
– treat surface coating defects
– apply sealants and fillers to ensure water and airtightness
– install and replace insulation, fire stops, breather
membranes and vapour control layers
– recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding
materials for roofs and walls including rainscreen systems
– check quality and suitability of work on completion and
at the end of each working period
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
55
Title: Repairing sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls (including
rainscreen) in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Continued 7.4
contd
– recognise and determine when additional
specialist skills and knowledge are required and
report accordingly
– work from mobile elevating work platforms
– work with, around and in close proximity to plant
and machinery
– use hand tools, portable power tools and
equipment
– work at height
– use of access equipment.
7.5 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when repairing
sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls,
including rainscreen.
7.6 Describe how and when to maintain the tools and
equipment used when repairing sheeting and cladding
systems on roofs and walls, including rainscreen.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
56
Title: Repairing sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls (including
rainscreen) 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 Area 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 67
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
57
Title: Installing solar collectors to roofs in the workplace
Unit Number: H/615/2186
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
installing solar collectors to
roofs.
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 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 and regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing solar collectors to
roofs.
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 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
58
Title: Installing solar collectors to roofs in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Maintain safe working
practices when installing
solar collectors to roofs.
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
installing solar collectors to roofs.
3.2 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of protection,
should be used, relating to installing solar collectors to
roofs, 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).
3.3 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
install solar collectors to
roofs.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– solar collector installation kits
– 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
install solar collectors to roofs.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
59
Title: Installing solar collectors to roofs in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
installing solar collectors to
roofs.
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.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
installing solar collectors to
roofs.
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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Title: Installing solar collectors to roofs in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
installing solar collectors
to roofs to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing solar
collectors to roofs:
– removing, measuring, marking out, cutting, fitting, fixing,
positioning, securing and replacing.
7.2 Prepare for and install solar collectors to roof to given working
instructions for one of the following:
– integrated photo voltaic
– mounted photo voltaic
– integrated solar thermal
– mounted solar thermal.
7.3 Reinstate roof coverings to given working instructions.
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
installing solar collectors to roofs.
7.7 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow procedures,
report problems and establish the authority needed to rectify
them, to:
– assess the installation area
– check the direction the roof is facing
– remove or leave out waterproofing elements
– mark out for installation using given templates or dimensions
– prepare and weatherproof penetrations
– fix additional supports
– secure fixtures, fittings and collector.
7.8 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow procedures,
report problems and establish the authority needed to rectify
them, to:
– reinstate roof covering including flashings
– install solar panels during construction and as retrofit to
existing buildings
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment.
7.9 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to effectively
communicate within a team when installing solar collectors to
roofs.
7.10 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used when
installing solar collectors to roofs.
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Title: Installing solar collectors to roofs 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.
This unit must be assessed against the endorsements detailed within the
relevant NVQ Structure.
ProQual Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Operations (Construction):
One of the following endorsements required:
Photo voltaic
Solar thermal
Sector Subject
Areas
5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for
use
Shared unit
Unit guided
learning hours
20
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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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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 scissortype 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.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (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.
ProQual, December 2017
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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:
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.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
66
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
Unit guided learning hours 40
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
67
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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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.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
69
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.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
70
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.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
71
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.
Sector subject areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 47
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
72
Title: Setting out secondary dimensional work control in the workplace
Unit Number: K/508/6536
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to setting
out dimensional control of the
work.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from drawings,
specifications, schedules, method statements, risk
assessments, manufacturers’ information and reference
points.
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, reference
points and current regulations governing buildings and
construction work.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and official
guidance to set out
dimensional control of the
work.
2.1 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.
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.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
73
Title: Setting out secondary dimensional work control in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
setting out dimensional
control of the work.
3.1 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 setting out dimensional control of the work.
3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and relevant
legislation when setting out dimensional control of the work
in relation to two or more of the following:
– safe use of access equipment/working platforms
– safe handling of materials
– safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
– specific risks to health.
3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control equipment,
identified by the principles of protection, should be used,
relating to setting out dimensional control of the work, 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
working 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 activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources to set
out dimensional control of the
work.
4.1 Select resources associated with the work in relation to
measuring tools and instruments, marking
materials/components, tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations
and defects associated with the resources, and how they should be
used correctly, relating to:
– measuring tools and instruments
– marking equipment
– level and alignment tools.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly and
how problems associated with the resources are reported.
ProQual, December 2017
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Title: Setting out secondary dimensional work control in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Continued 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 identify quantity of resources associated
with the method/procedure to set out for secondary
dimensional work control.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and surrounding
area when setting out
dimensional control of the
work.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage in
accordance with safe working practices and organisational
procedures.
5.2 Prevent damage and maintain a clean work area.
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 setting
out dimensional control of the
work.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the allocated
time.
6.2 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.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
75
Title: Setting out secondary dimensional work control in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Comply with the given
contract information to set
out dimensional control of the
work to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when setting out
dimensional control of the work:
– transferring, transposing, levelling, measuring, marking,
positioning, fixing and securing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, measuring and marking
equipment.
7.3 Set out secondary dimensional control for the work to given
working instructions for three or more of the following:
– line
– level
– depth
– area
– height
– angle.
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish authority needed
to rectify, to:
– measure and set out secondary dimensional control for
the work
– measure, align and level to dimensional control
requirements
– transfer and set out lines, angles and levels to
dimensional control requirements
– recognise and determine when specific skills and
knowledge are required and report accordingly
– use hand tools, measuring and marking equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment.
7.5 Describe how to calculate height, depth, angle, length and
area associated with the method/procedure to set out
secondary dimensional work control.
7.6 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when setting out
dimensional control of the work.
7.7 Describe how to maintain the hand tools, measuring, marking
and ancillary and equipment used to set out dimensional
control of the work.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
76
Title: Setting out secondary dimensional work control 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 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Operations (Construction):
Three of the following endorsements required:
Lines
Levels
Depths
Areas
Heights
Angles
Sector subject
areas
5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided
learning hours
23
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
77
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.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
79
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:
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.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
80
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
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
81
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.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
82
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
NVQ Structure.
ProQual Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Operations (Construction):
The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):
Slinger signaller – Cladding Occupations only
Sector
subject areas
5.2 Building and Construction
Availability
for use
Shared unit
Unit guided
learning
hours
33
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
83
Title: Preparing backing walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding systems in the
workplace
Unit Number: L/616/1707
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
preparing backing walls to
receive rainscreen wall
cladding systems.
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, current regulations governing buildings
and official guidance associated with preparing
backing walls and installing support systems to
receive rainscreen wall cladding systems.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
preparing backing walls to
receive rainscreen wall
cladding systems.
2.1 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 and storage of materials, by
manual handling and mechanical lifting and with
mechanical access equipment.
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
preparing backing walls to
receive rainscreen wall
cladding systems.
3.1 Use safe and healthy control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when preparing backing
walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding systems.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
84
Title: Preparing backing walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding systems in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 continued 3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and
relevant legislation when preparing backing walls to
receive rainscreen wall cladding systems. in relation to
the following:
– safe use of access equipment
– safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools
and associated equipment
– specific risks to health.
3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of prevention,
should be used, relating to preparing backing walls to
receive rainscreen wall cladding systems, 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).
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries, falls, rescue procedures and other task-related
activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
prepare backing walls to
receive rainscreen wall
cladding systems.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components and specialised fixings for
compatible materials, tools and equipment, access
equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters carriers,
rails, brackets and spacer systems
– insulation, vapour control, separation and breather
membranes, primers, cleaning agents, sealing
tapes, sealants and fillers
– hand tools, portable power tools and equipment.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
85
Title: Preparing backing walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding systems in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 continued 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 the methods of calculating quantity, length,
area and wastage associated with the method and
procedure to prepare backing walls to receive
rainscreen wall cladding systems.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
preparing backing walls to
receive rainscreen wall
cladding systems.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Prevent 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
preparing backing walls to
receive rainscreen wall
cladding systems.
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.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
86
Title: Preparing backing walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding systems in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
prepare backing walls to
receive rainscreen wall
cladding systems to the
required specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when preparing
backing walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding
systems:
– measuring, marking out, cutting, levelling, plumb,
adjusting, fitting, positioning, fixing and securing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and
ancillary equipment.
7.3 Prepare backing walls and install rainscreen wall
cladding vertical and horizontal support systems to
given working instructions.
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– identify installation quality requirements
– conform to agreed specification
– confirm manufacturers’ installation criteria
– assess suitability of backing walls
– check currency of calibration for levelling equipment
– identify datum, establish, work to and transfer levels
and plumb lines
– install proprietary vertical and horizontal support
systems
– install bespoke vertical and horizontal support systems
– measure, mark out and cut supports to form internal
and external angles
– form opening reveals
– adjust, fit, position, fix and secure brackets and fixing
components for rainscreen wall cladding support
systems
– install insulation, fire stops, breather membranes and
vapour control layers
– check quality and suitability of work on completion and
at the end of each working period
– recognise and determine when additional specialist
skills and knowledge are required and report
accordingly
– determine specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance
– work with, around and in close proximity to plant and
machinery
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
87
Title: Preparing backing walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding systems in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 continued 7.4
contd
– work from mobile elevating work platforms
– use hand tools, portable power tools and
equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment
7.5 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when
preparing backing walls to receive rainscreen wall
cladding systems.
7.6 Describe how and when to maintain the tools and
equipment used when preparing backing walls to
receive rainscreen wall cladding systems.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
88
Title: Preparing backing walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding systems 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
Unit guided learning hours 67
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
89
Title: Installing rainscreen wall cladding systems in the workplace
Unit Number: R/616/1708
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
installing rainscreen wall
cladding systems.
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, current regulations governing buildings
and official guidance associated with the installation
of rainscreen wall cladding systems.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing rainscreen wall
cladding systems.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst
working:
– in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with
tools and equipment, with materials and
substances, with movement and storage of
materials, by manual handling and mechanical lifting
and with mechanical access equipment.
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.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
90
Title: Installing rainscreen wall cladding systems in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
installing rainscreen wall
cladding systems.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and comply
with the methods of work to carry out the activity in
accordance with current legislation and organisational
requirements when installing rainscreen wall cladding
systems.
3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and relevant
legislation when installing rainscreen wall cladding systems in
relation to the following:
– safe use of access equipment
– safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and
associated equipment
– specific risks to health
3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control equipment,
identified by the principles of prevention, should be used,
relating to installing rainscreen wall cladding systems, 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).
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and personal
skills when involved with fires, spillages, injuries, falls, rescue
procedures and other task-related activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to install
rainscreen wall cladding
systems.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components and specialised fixings for compatible
materials, tools and equipment and access equipment.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
91
Title: Installing rainscreen wall cladding systems in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Continued 4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, panel hangers, drips,
cover strips, halters and spacer systems
– insulation, fire stops, vapour control, separation and
breather membranes
– primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and
fillers
– metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam,
secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and
rainscreen panels and fibre cement systems
– rainwater goods
– hand tools, portable power 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 methods of work.
4.6 Describe the methods of calculating quantity, length, area
and wastage associated with the method and procedure to
install rainscreen wall cladding systems.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and surrounding
area when installing
rainscreen wall cladding
systems.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage in
accordance with safe working practices and organisational
procedures.
5.2 Prevent 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.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
92
Title: Installing rainscreen wall cladding systems in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
5 Continued 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
installing rainscreen wall
cladding systems.
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
install rainscreen wall
cladding systems to the
required specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing
rainscreen wall cladding systems:
– measuring, marking out, setting out, adjusting, aligning,
fitting, positioning and securing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools, levelling
instruments and ancillary equipment.
7.3 Install rainscreen wall cladding to given working instructions.
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the authority
needed to rectify them, to:
– identify installation quality requirements
– conform to agreed specification
– confirm manufacturers’ installation criteria
– ensure currency of calibration for levelling equipment
– assess suitability of background materials
– identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum
marks
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
93
Title: Installing rainscreen wall cladding systems in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Continued 7.4
cont
– identify the types and characteristics of current
rainscreen cladding materials, including, metal, clay,
ceramic and laminate
– form internal and external angles
– form opening reveals
– install rainscreen wall cladding systems.
– position and install panel hangers, drips, cover strips,
fixings and fittings
– maintain the integrity of surfaces
– fit components around protrusions and penetrations
– position and secure flashings and vents
– check quality and suitability of work on completion and
at the end of each working period
– recognise and determine when additional specialist skills
and knowledge are required and report accordingly
– work from mobile elevating work platforms
– work with, around and in close proximity to plant and
machinery
– use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment
7.5 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when installing
rainscreen wall cladding systems.
7.6 Describe how and when to maintain the tools and equipment
used when installing rainscreen wall cladding systems.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
94
Title: Installing rainscreen wall cladding systems 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 83
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
95
Title: Preparing and operating ergonomic manipulating machines to lift and transfer
loads in the workplace
Unit Number: A/508/6489
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
preparation and use of
ergonomic manipulating
machines to lift, transfer and
place loads.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from drawings,
specifications, schedules, method statements, lift plans, 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 ergonomic
manipulating machines to lift and transfer loads.
2 Organise with others the
sequence and operation in
which lifting operations using
ergonomic manipulating
machines 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 lifting
operations with ergonomic manipulating machines.
3 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and official
guidance when lifting and
transferring loads using
ergonomic manipulating
machines.
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.
ProQual, December 2017
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction)
96
Title: Preparing and operating ergonomic manipulating machines to lift and transfer
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 carrying out
lifting operations using
ergonomic manipulating
machines.
4.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and comply
with the methods of work to carry out the activity in
accordance with current legislation and organisational
requirements during lifting operations.
4.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and relevant
legislation when carrying out lifting operations using ergonomic
manipulating machines 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
– safe use and storage of lifting accessories
– 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 ergonomic manipulating machine use, 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 Request and select the
required quantity and quality
of resources to prepare for
and carry out lifting operations
using ergonomic manipulating
machines.
5.1 Request and select resources associated with ergonomic
manipulating machines 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 lifting accessories
– hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories.
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 lifting
operations with ergonomic manipulating machines.
6 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and surrounding
area when preparing to and
lifting and transferring 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 lifting and transferring
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.
8 Comply with the given
contract information to lift,
transfer and place loads using
ergonomic manipulating
machines to the required
specification.
8.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when preparing for, lifting,
transferring and placing loads using ergonomic manipulating
machines:
– checking, adjusting, communicating, operating, manoeuvring,
positioning, lifting, transferring and setting down.
8.2 Use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or
accessories.
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Title: Preparing and operating ergonomic manipulating machines to lift and transfer
loads in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
8 Continued 8.3 Prepare, set up and operate ergonomic manipulating
machines to lift, transfer and place a variety of loads to given
working instructions.
8.4 Shut down and secure ergonomic manipulating machines.
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 ergonomic manipulating
machine for the lifting and transferring operation
– identify valid certification for maintenance, inspection
and thorough examination
– lift and transfer people
– carry out function checks for lifting and transferring loads
– prepare, set up and reconfigure for various loads and
locations
– carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions,
stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding
area
– identify characteristics, type, weight and position of loads
for lifting and transferring
– recognise and determine when specific skills and
knowledge are required and report accordingly
– secure and balance loads for lifting
– lift, remove and transfer loads
– position, place and set down loads
– confirm load stability, security and release
– attach and remove guide ropes and aids
– be on the public highway
– shut down and secure the ergonomic manipulating
machine
– use hand tools and ancillary equipment
– use, handle and store lifting accessories.
8.6 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when preparing for
and lifting and transferring loads.
8.7 Describe how to maintain the plant and machinery, hand
tools, ancillary equipment and accessories used to lift and
transfer loads.
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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 5.2 Building and Construction
