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Introduction
The ProQual Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Heritage Skills (Construction) – Roof Slating and Tiling
Occupations qualification provides a nationally recognised qualification for those working in
the construction industry who want to specialise in Heritage Skills.
The awarding body for this qualification is ProQual Awarding Body (www.proqualab.com)
and the regulatory body is the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual);
It is also endorsed by the sector body for construction – CITB.
The qualification has been accredited onto the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF)
and is published on Ofqual’s Register of Qualifications.
Qualification Profile
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Heritage Skills (Construction) –
Roof Slating and Tiling Occupations
Qualification title ProQual Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Heritage (Construction)
Skills – Roof Slating and Tiling Occupations
Ofqual qualification number 603/7585/1
Level 3
Total Qualification Time 1720 hours (675 GLH)
Assessment
Pass or fail
Internally assessed and verified by centre staff
External quality assurance by ProQual verifiers
Qualification start date 14/6/2021
Qualification end date
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.
Centres should carry out an initial assessment of candidate skills and knowledge to identify
any gaps and help plan the assessment.
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Qualification Structure
To achieve the qualification candidates must complete:
- EIGHT Mandatory units
- plus TWO Optional units
Mandatory Units – complete ALL units
CITB references
provided for
information
only
Unit Ref. Title Level CITB Internal
Unit Ref.
M/508/6537 Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the
workplace
1 641
A/503/2772 Confirming work activities and resources for an
occupational work area in the workplace
3 209v2
M/503/2915 Developing and maintaining good occupational working
relationships in the workplace
5 210v2
R/503/2924 Confirming the occupational method of work in the
workplace
3 211v2
M/615/8315 Working on conservation and restoration projects in the
workplace
Unit Endorsements:
One of the following endorsements required:
Roofing
Lead work
Brickwork
Earthen structure
Stonemasonry
Decoration
Plastering
Wall and floor tiling
Carpentry and joinery
Iron/metal work
Thatching
3 546v2
L/618/7319 Re-laying heritage roof coverings in the workplace
Unit endorsements:
Three of the following endorsements required:
Single-lap clay tiles
Clay plain tiles
Peg tiles
Stone slates
Regular sized natural slates
Random length and width natural slates
Flashings
Related fittings and components
3 500
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F/618/7320 Replacing heritage roof coverings in the workplace
Unit endorsements:
Two of the following endorsements required:
Vernacular and roofing styles specific to geographical
areas
Places of religious worship
Stately homes
Public buildings
Historic buildings
Castles and/or fortified buildings
Conservation areas
Listed buildings
3 501
L/618/7322 Repairing and maintaining heritage roof coverings in the
workplace
Unit endorsements:
Two of the following endorsements required:
Vernacular and roofing styles specific to geographical
areas
Places of religious worship
Stately homes
Public buildings
Historic buildings
Castles and/or fortified buildings
Conservation areas
Listed buildings
3 502
OPTIONAL UNITS – TWO units required
CITB references
provided for
info. only
Unit Ref. Title Level CITB Internal
Unit Ref.
D/618/6417 Installing plain tile roof coverings in the workplace
Unit Endorsements:
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
2 275v2
R/618/7323 Installing regular sized natural roof slate to standard roof
slate details in the workplace
Unit Endorsements:
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
2 276v2
J/618/6413 Installing natural roof slate to mitred and vertical roof
details in the workplace
Unit Endorsements:
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
3 278v2
L/618/6414 Installing random natural roof slates with diminishing
margins in the workplace
Unit Endorsements:
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
3 279v2
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H/618/6418 Installing single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge in the
workplace
Unit Endorsements:
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
2 282v2
K/618/6419 Installing double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof
details in the workplace
Unit Endorsements:
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
3 286v2
Y/618/7324 Fabricating and installing weathering leadwork to roofs in
the workplace
3 287v2
D/618/7325 Installing natural roof slates to curved and swept roof
details in the workplace
Unit Endorsements:
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
3 288v2
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Centre Requirements
Centres must be approved to offer this qualification. If your centre is not approved please
complete and submit form ProQual Additional Qualification Approval Application.
Staff
Staff delivering this qualification must be appropriately qualified and/or occupationally
competent.
Assessors/Internal Quality Assurance
Assessors for each unit must have verifiable, current industry experience and a sufficient
depth of relevant occupational expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated Assessment Strategy.
Assessors and internal quality assurance verifiers for competence-based units or
qualifications will normally need to hold appropriate assessor or internal quality assurance
qualifications.
Support for Candidates
Materials produced by centres to support candidates should:
- enable them to track their achievements as they progress through the learning
outcomes and assessment criteria;
- provide information on where ProQual’s policies and procedures can be viewed;
- provide a means of enabling Internal and External Quality Assurance staff to
authenticate evidence
Links to National Standards / NOS mapping
National Occupational Standards (NOS) are owned by a Sector Skills Council or Standard
Setting Body and they describe the skills, knowledge and understanding needed to
undertake a particular task or job at different levels of competence.
The structure and units of this qualification are based on NOS for the construction sector
developed by CITB.
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Assessment
This qualification is competence-based, candidates must demonstrate the level of
competence described in the units. Assessment is the process of measuring a candidate’s
skill, knowledge and understanding against the standards set in the qualification.
The qualifications must be assessed in a work environment and in accordance with the
ConstructionSkills’ Consolidated Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment, and it must be internally assessed by an appropriately experienced and
qualified assessor.
Each candidate is required to produce a portfolio of evidence which demonstrates their
achievement of all of the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for each unit.
Evidence can include: – observation report by assessor
– assignments/projects/reports
– professional discussion
– witness testimony
– candidate product
– worksheets
– record of oral and written questioning
– Recognition of Prior Learning
Learning outcomes set out what a candidate is expected to know, understand or be able to
do.
Assessment criteria specify the standard a candidate must meet to show the learning
outcome has been achieved.
Learning outcomes and assessment criteria can be found from page 10.
Additional information for assessment and requirements for unit endorsements where
relevant is included after all of the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for each unit.
Internal Quality Assurance
An internal quality assurance verifier confirms that assessment decisions made in centres
are made by competent and qualified assessors, that they are the result of sound and fair
assessment practice and that they are recorded accurately and appropriately.
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Adjustments to Assessment
Adjustments to standard assessment arrangements are made on the individual needs of
candidates. ProQual’s Reasonable Adjustments Policy and Special Consideration Policy sets
out the steps to follow when implementing reasonable adjustments and special
considerations and the service that ProQual provides for some of these arrangements.
Centres should contact ProQual for further information or queries about the contents of the
policy.
Results Enquiries and Appeals
All enquiries relating to assessment or other decisions should be dealt with by centres, with
reference to ProQual’s Enquiries and Appeals Procedures.
Certification
Candidates who achieve the requirements for this qualification will be awarded:
- A certificate listing all units achieved, and
- A certificate giving the full qualification title –
ProQual Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Heritage Skills (Construction) – Roof Slating and
Tiling Occupations
Claiming certificates
Centres may claim certificates for candidates who have been registered with ProQual and
who have successfully achieved the qualification. All certificates will be issued to the centre
for successful candidates.
Unit certificates
If a candidate does not achieve all of the units required for a qualification, the centre may
claim a unit certificate for the candidate which will list all of the units achieved.
Replacement certificates
If a replacement certificate is required a request must be made to ProQual in writing.
Replacement certificates are labelled as such and are only provided when the claim has
been authenticated. Refer to the Fee Schedule for details of charges for replacement
certificates.
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Title: Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace.
Unit Number: M/508/6537
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Comply with all workplace
health, safety and welfare
legislation requirements.
1.1 Comply with information from workplace inductions and any
health, safety and welfare briefings attended relevant to the
occupational area.
1.2 Use health and safety control equipment safely to carry out
the activity in accordance with legislation and organisational
requirements.
1.3 Comply with statutory requirements, safety notices and
warning notices displayed within the workplace and/or on
equipment.
1.4 State why and when health and safety control equipment,
identified by the principles of protection, should be used
relating to types, purpose and limitations of each type, the
work situation, occupational use and the general work
environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV).
1.5 State how the health and safety control equipment relevant
to the work should be used in accordance with the given
instructions.
1.6 State which types of health, safety and welfare legislation,
notices and warning signs are relevant to the occupational
area and associated equipment.
1.7 State why health, safety and welfare legislation, notices and
warning signs are relevant to the occupational area.
1.8 State how to comply with control measures that have been
identified by risk assessments and safe systems of work.
2 Recognise hazards
associated with the
workplace that have not
been previously controlled
and report them in
accordance with
organisational procedures.
2.1 Report any hazards created by changing circumstances
within the workplace in accordance with organisational
procedures.
2.2 List typical hazards associated with the work environment
and occupational area in relation to resources, substances,
asbestos, equipment, obstructions, storage, services and
work activities.
2.3 List the current Health and Safety Executive top ten safety
risks.
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Title: Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace.
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
2 continued 2.4 List the current Health and Safety Executive top five
health risks.
2.5 State how changing circumstances within the workplace
could cause hazards.
2.6 State the methods used for reporting changed
circumstances, hazards and incidents in the workplace.
3 Comply with organisational
policies and procedures to
contribute to health, safety
and welfare.
3.1 Interpret and comply with given instructions to maintain
safe systems of work and quality working practices.
3.2 Contribute to discussions by offering/providing
feedback relating to health, safety and welfare.
3.3 Contribute to the maintenance of workplace welfare
facilities in accordance with workplace welfare
procedures.
3.4 Safely store health and safety control equipment in
accordance with given instructions.
3.5 Dispose of waste and/or consumable items in
accordance with legislation.
3.6 State the organisational policies and procedures for
health, safety and welfare, in relation to:
– dealing with accidents and emergencies associated
with the work and environment
– methods of receiving or sourcing information
– reporting
– stopping work
– evacuation
– fire risks and safe exit procedures
– consultation and feedback.
3.7 State the appropriate types of fire extinguishers
relevant to the work.
3.8 State how and when the different types of fire
extinguishers are used in accordance with legislation
and official guidance.
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Title: Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace.
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Work responsibly to
contribute to workplace
health, safety and welfare
whilst carrying out work in
the relevant occupational
area.
4.1 Demonstrate behaviour which shows personal
responsibility for general workplace health, safety and
welfare.
4.2 State how personal behaviour demonstrates
responsibility for general workplace health, safety and
welfare, in relation to:
– recognising when to stop work in the face of serious
and imminent danger to self and/or others
– contributing to discussions and providing feedback
– reporting changed circumstances and incidents in
the workplace
– complying with the environmental requirements of
the workplace.
4.3 Give examples of how the behaviour and actions of
individuals could affect others within the workplace.
5 Comply with and support all
organisational security
arrangements and approved
procedures.
5.1 Provide appropriate support for security arrangements
in accordance with approved procedures:
– during the working day
– on completion of the day’s work
– for unauthorised personnel (other operatives and
the general public)
– for theft.
5.2 State how security arrangements are implemented in
relation to the workplace, the general public, site
personnel and resources.
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Title: Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace.
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment, in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
Sector Subject Area 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 7
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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.
Subject Sector 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.
2.3 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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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: Working on conservation and restoration projects in the workplace
Unit Number: M/615/8315
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
working on conservation
and restoration projects.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
drawings, specifications, method statements, schedules
and manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and method statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to
report and rectify inappropriate information and
unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and
how they are interpreted in relation to:
– drawings, specifications, method statements,
schedules, manufacturers’ information,
archaeological watching brief, historical
conservation plans and charters, legislations and
regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
working on conservation
and restoration projects.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents and health hazards, whilst working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, at height, in
confined spaces, with tools and equipment, with
materials and substances, with movement/storage
of materials and by manual handling and mechanical
lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
working on conservation
and restoration projects.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment and access
equipment safely to carry out the activity in accordance
with current legislation and organisational requirements
when working on conservation and restoration projects.
3.2 Comply with information relating to specific risks to
health when working on conservation and restoration
projects.
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Title: Working on conservation and restoration projects in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 continued 3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of protection,
should be used, relating to working on conservation and
restoration projects, and the types, purpose and
limitations of each type, the work situation and general
work environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV).
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related hazards.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
work on conservation and
restoration projects.
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:
– conservation and restoration materials or
structural components
– 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 methods of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to work
on conservation and restoration projects.
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Title: Working on conservation and restoration projects 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
working on conservation
and restoration projects.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out
safely in accordance with environmental responsibilities,
organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information,
statutory regulations and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
working on conservation
and restoration projects.
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
work on conservation and
restoration projects to the
required specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when working on
conservation and restoration projects:
– measuring, marking out, adapting, aligning, applying,
making good, maintaining, conserving, restoring or
reinstating, finishing, positioning and securing.
7.2 Use specialist heritage and historical conservation/restoration
skills to sample, select, prepare, match, maintain or repair in
at least one of the following occupational areas, to given
working instructions:
– roofing
– lead work
– brickwork
– earthen structure
– stonemasonry
– decoration
– plastering
– wall and floor tiling
– carpentry and joinery
– iron/metal work
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Title: Working on conservation and restoration projects in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 continued 7.3 Safely use materials, hand tools, portable power tools
and ancillary equipment.
7.4 Safely store the materials, tools and equipment used
when working on conservation and restoration projects.
7.5 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– validate appropriate ways in which the work should
be carried out
– recognise sensitive areas
– maintain heritage and archaeological integrity
– maintain the principles of minimum intervention and
reversible alterations
– remove deteriorated and/or inappropriate materials
– remove and restore fabric, materials or structural
components
– repair removed fabric, materials or structural
components
– replace fabric, materials or structural components
– repair fabric, materials or structural components insitu
– maintain existing structure
– integrate existing and new constructional
components or finishes
– store salvageable fabric, materials and structural
components
– stop work at the point when conjecture begins and
report findings
– record work carried out (written, photographic or
digital)
– recognise and/or report endangered/protected flora
and fauna
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment.
7.6 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when working on
conservation and restoration projects.
7.7 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when working on conservation and restoration projects.
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Title: Working on conservation and restoration projects 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 Heritage Skills – Roof Slating
and Tiling (Construction)
One of the following endorsements required:
Roofing
Lead work
Brickwork
Earthen structure
Stonemasonry
Decoration
Plastering
Wall and floor tiling
Carpentry and joinery
Iron/metal work
Thatching
Sector Subject Areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 100
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Title: Re-laying heritage roof coverings in the workplace
Unit Number: L/618/7319
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
re-laying heritage roof
coverings
1.1 Interpret and extract information from drawings,
specifications, method statements, schedules and
manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and/or method statement.
1.3 State the organisational procedures developed to report
and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable
resources and how they are implemented.
1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and how
they are interpreted in relation to:
– drawings, specifications, method statements, schedules,
manufacturers’ information, archaeological watching
brief, historical conservation plans and charters,
legislations and regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when relaying heritage roof
coverings.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current legislation
and official guidance whilst working:
– in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with
tools and equipment, with materials and
substances, with movement/storage of materials
and by manual handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 State what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe working
practices when re-laying
heritage roof coverings.
3.1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and access
equipment safely to carry out the activity in accordance
with legislation and organisational requirements when
re-laying heritage roof coverings.
3.2 Explain why and when personal protective equipment
(PPE) should be used, relating to re-laying heritage roof
coverings, and the types, purpose and limitations of
each type.
3.3 State how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related hazards.
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Title: Re-laying heritage roof coverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to relay heritage roof coverings.
4.1 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations
and defects associated with the resources in relation to:
– battens, sarking boards, sand, cement, lime,
underlay, tiles, natural slates/stone slates, fittings,
flashings, insulation, fixings, ventilators and
associated ancillary items
– hand and/or powered tools and equipment.
4.2 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment
4.3 State how the resources should be used correctly, how
problems associated with the resources are reported
and how the organisational procedures are used.
4.4 Outline potential hazards associated with the resources
and method of work.
4.5 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to relay heritage roof coverings.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when relaying heritage roof
coverings.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.4 Dispose of waste in accordance with legislation.
5.5 State why the disposal of waste should be carried out in
relation to the work.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when relaying heritage roof
coverings.
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: Re-laying heritage roof coverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Comply with the given
contract information to relay heritage roof coverings
to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when re-laying
heritage roof coverings:
– removing, cleaning, stacking, storing, preparing,
measuring, marking out, fixing, fitting, finishing,
positioning and securing.
7.2 Strip existing roof coverings and re-lay either to full or partial
re-roofing contracts to given working instructions, relating to
at least three of the following:
– single-lap clay tiles
– clay plain tiles
– peg tiles
– stone slates
– regular sized natural slates
– random length and width natural slates
– flashings
– related fittings and components.
7.3 Apply re-laid materials to the following areas to given working
instructions:
– verges
– eaves
– ridge
– hips
– valleys
– openings
– top and side abutments
– general areas.
7.4 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow procedures,
report problems and establish the authority needed to rectify
them, to:
– remove and salvage reusable existing roof coverings
– determine gauge and fix battens and underlays (where
required) appropriate to the roof covering
– fix direct to boarded surfaces (sarking)
– restore full or partial natural slates/stone slates and/or
tiled roofs in keeping with the existing roof covering
– mix and apply mortar to meet the requirements of the
contract
– validate appropriate ways in which the work should be
carried out
– recognise sensitive areas
– maintain heritage and archaeological integrity
– maintain the principles of minimum intervention and
reversible alterations
– stop work at the point when conjecture begins and
report findings
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Title: Re-laying heritage roof coverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 continued 7.4
cont
– record work carried out (written, photographic or
digital)
– recognise and/or report endangered/protected
flora and fauna
– remove deteriorated and/or inappropriate
materials
– maintain existing structure
– integrate existing and new constructional
components
– store salvageable materials and components
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– use ancillary equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment.
7.5 Safely use and store materials, hand tools, portable
power tools and ancillary equipment.
7.6 State the needs of other occupations and how to
communicate within a team when re-laying heritage
roof coverings.
7.7 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when re-laying heritage roof coverings.
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Title: Re-laying heritage roof coverings 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 Heritage Skills – Roof Slating
and Tiling (Construction)
Three of the following endorsements required:
Single-lap clay tiles
Clay plain tiles
Peg tiles
Stone slates
Regular sized natural slates
Random length and width natural slates
Flashings
Related fittings and components
Sector Subject Area 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 97
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Title: Replacing heritage roof coverings in the workplace
Unit Number: F/618/7320
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
replacing heritage roof
coverings.
1.1 Interpret and extract information from drawings,
specifications, method statements, schedules and
manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and/or method statement.
1.3 State the organisational procedures developed to report
and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable
resources and how they are implemented.
1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and
how they are interpreted in relation to:
– drawings, specifications, method statements,
schedules, manufacturers’ information,
archaeological watching brief, historical
conservation plans and charters, legislations and
regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
replacing heritage roof
coverings.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current legislation and
official guidance whilst working:
– in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with tools
and equipment, with materials and substances, with
movement/storage of materials and by manual handling
and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 State what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe working
practices when replacing
heritage roof coverings.
3.1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and access
equipment safely to carry out the activity in accordance
with legislation and organisational requirements when
replacing heritage roof coverings.
3.2 Explain why and when personal protective equipment
(PPE) should be used, relating to replacing heritage roof
coverings, and the types, purpose and limitations of
each type.
3.3 State how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related hazards.
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Title: Replacing heritage roof coverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
replace heritage roof
coverings.
4.1 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations
and defects associated with the resources in relation to:
– battens, sarking boards, sand, cement, lime,
underlay, tiles, natural slates/stone slates, fittings,
flashings, insulation, fixings, ventilators and
associated ancillary items
– hand and/or powered tools and equipment.
4.2 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment.
4.3 State how the resources should be used correctly, how
problems associated with the resources are reported
and how the organisational procedures are used.
4.4 Outline potential hazards associated with the resources
and method of work.
4.5 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to
replace heritage roof coverings.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
replacing heritage roof
coverings.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.4 Dispose of waste in accordance with legislation.
5.5 State why the disposal of waste should be carried out in
relation to the work.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
replacing heritage roof
coverings.
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: Replacing heritage roof coverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
replace heritage roof
coverings to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when replacing
heritage roof coverings:
– removing, cleaning, stacking, storing, preparing,
measuring, marking out, fixing, fitting, finishing,
positioning and securing.
7.2 Strip existing roof coverings and replace full roofs or
elevations to given working instructions relating to at
least two of the following:
– vernacular and roofing styles specific to
geographical areas (e.g. Kent pegs, Yorkshire stone
slates)
– places of religious worship
– stately homes
– public buildings
– historic buildings
– castles and/or fortified buildings
– conservation areas
– listed buildings.
7.3 Replace roof coverings in the following areas to given
working instructions:
– verges
– eaves
– ridge
– hips
– valleys
– openings
– top and side abutments
– general areas.
7.4 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the authority
needed to rectify them, to:
– remove and salvage reusable existing roof coverings
– determine gauge and fix battens and underlays
(where required) appropriate to the roof covering
– fix direct to boarded surfaces (sarking)
– replace full or partial natural slates/stone slates
and/or tiled roofs in keeping with the existing roof
covering or an earlier style where required
– mix and apply mortar to meet the requirements of
the contract
– validate appropriate ways in which the work should
be carried out
– recognise sensitive areas
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Title: Replacing heritage roof coverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 continued 7.4
cont
– maintain heritage and archaeological integrity
– maintain the principles of minimum intervention
and reversible alterations
– stop work at the point when conjecture begins and
report findings
– record work carried out (written, photographic or
digital)
– recognise and/or report endangered/protected
flora and fauna
– remove deteriorated and/or inappropriate
materials
– maintain existing structure
– integrate existing and new constructional
components or finishes
– store salvageable materials and structural
components
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– use ancillary equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment.
7.4 Safely use and store materials, hand tools, portable
power tools and ancillary equipment.
7.5 State the needs of other occupations and how to
communicate within a team when replacing heritage
roof coverings.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when replacing heritage roof coverings.
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Title: Replacing heritage roof coverings 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 Heritage Skills – Roof Slating
and Tiling (Construction)
Two of the following endorsements required:
Vernacular and roofing styles specific to geographical areas
Places of religious worship
Stately homes
Public buildings
Historic buildings
Castles and/or fortified buildings
Conservation areas
Listed buildings
Sector Subject Area 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 97
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Title: Repairing and maintaining heritage roof coverings in the workplace
Unit Number: L/618/7322
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 and maintaining
heritage roof coverings.
1.1 Interpret and extract information from drawings,
specifications, method statements, schedules and
manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and/or method statement.
1.3 State the organisational procedures developed to report
and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable
resources and how they are implemented.
1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and how
they are interpreted in relation to:
– drawings, specifications, method statements, schedules,
manufacturers’ information, archaeological watching
brief, historical conservation plans and charters,
legislations and regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
repairing and maintaining
heritage roof coverings.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current legislation and
official guidance whilst working:
– in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with tools
and equipment, with materials and substances, with
movement/storage of materials and by manual handling
and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 State what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe working
practices when repairing
and maintaining heritage
roof coverings.
3.1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and access
equipment safely to carry out the activity in accordance with
legislation and organisational requirements when repairing
and maintaining heritage roof coverings.
3.2 Explain why and when personal protective equipment (PPE)
should be used, relating to repairing and maintaining heritage
roof coverings, and the types, purpose and limitations of each
type.
3.3 State how emergencies should be responded to in accordance
with organisational authorisation and personal skills when
involved with fires, spillages, injuries and other task-related
hazards.
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Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Heritage Skills (Construction) – Roof Slating & Tiling Occupations
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Title: Repairing and maintaining heritage roof coverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
repair and maintain
heritage roof coverings.
4.1 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations
and defects associated with the resources in relation to:
– battens, sarking boards, sand, cement, lime,
underlay, tiles, natural slates/stone slates, fittings,
flashings, insulation, fixings, ventilators and
associated ancillary items
– hand and/or powered tools and equipment.
4.2 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment.
4.3 State how the resources should be used correctly, how
problems associated with the resources are reported
and how the organisational procedures are used.
4.4 Outline potential hazards associated with the resources
and method of work.
4.5 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to
repair and maintain heritage roof coverings.
5 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
repair and maintain
heritage roof coverings.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.4 Dispose of waste in accordance with legislation.
5.5 State why the disposal of waste should be carried out in
relation to the work.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
repairing and maintaining
heritage roof coverings.
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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Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Heritage Skills (Construction) – Roof Slating & Tiling Occupations
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Title: Repairing and maintaining heritage roof coverings 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 and maintain
heritage roof coverings to
the required specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when repairing
and maintaining heritage roof coverings:
– removing, cleaning, stacking, storing, preparing,
measuring, marking out, fixing, fitting, finishing,
positioning and securing.
7.2 Repair existing roof coverings and carry out
maintenance to roofs or elevations to given working
instructions, relating to at least two of the following:
– vernacular and roofing styles specific to
geographical areas (e.g. Kent pegs, Yorkshire stone
slates)
– places of religious worship
– stately homes
– public buildings
– historic buildings
– castles and/or fortified buildings
– conservation areas
– listed buildings.
7.3 Repair and maintain roofs to given working instructions
in at least three of the following ways:
– replace natural slates/stone slates and/or tiles
– replace battens
– replace hip and ridge coverings
– replace flashings
– clear and treat blockages to gutters, outlets and
other draining areas
– re-bed and point
– torch (back pointing).
7.4 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the authority
needed to rectify them, to:
– differentiate between like-for-like repairs and
honest repairs, including date marking
– remove and salvage reusable existing roof coverings
– identify and resolve roof leaks, blockages and
general repairs in keeping with the existing roof
covering
– fix slate or stone to boarded surfaces (sarking)
– identify and implement preventative remedial and
maintenance work
– mix and apply mortar to meet the requirements of
the contract
– torch (back point)
– validate appropriate ways in which the work should
be carried out
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Title: Repairing and maintaining heritage roof coverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 continued 7.4
cont
– recognise sensitive areas
– maintain heritage and archaeological integrity
– maintain the principles of minimum intervention
and reversible alterations
– stop work at the point when conjecture begins and
report findings
– record work carried out (written, photographic or
digital)
– recognise and/or report endangered/protected
flora and fauna
– remove deteriorated and/or inappropriate
materials
– maintain existing structure
– integrate existing and new constructional
components or finishes
– store salvageable fabric, materials and structural
components
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– use ancillary equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment.
7.5 Safely use and store materials, hand tools, portable
power tools and ancillary equipment.
7.6 State the needs of other occupations and how to
communicate within a team when repairing and
maintaining heritage roof coverings.
7.7 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when repairing and maintaining heritage roof coverings.
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Title: Repairing and maintaining heritage roof coverings 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 Heritage Skills – Roof Slating
and Tiling (Construction)
Two of the following endorsements required:
Vernacular and roofing styles specific to geographical areas
Places of religious worship
Stately homes
Public buildings
Historic buildings
Castles and/or fortified buildings
Conservation areas
Listed buildings
Sector Subject Area 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 87
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Title: Installing plain tile roof coverings in the workplace
Unit Number: D/618/6417
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 plain tile roof
coverings.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
oral/written working instructions, drawings,
specifications, 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:
– oral/written working instructions, electronic data,
drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments, manufacturers’
information, organisational procedures and current
regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing plain tile roof
coverings.
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/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
installing plain tile roof
coverings.
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 plain tile
roof coverings.
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Title: Installing plain tile roof coverings 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 plain tile roof
coverings in relation to the following:
– safe use of access equipment/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 installing plain tile roof
coverings, 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 for
the methods of work to
install plain tile roof
coverings.
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:
– plain tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix
systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing
grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
– hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported.
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been
developed and how they are used for the selection of
required resources.
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Title: Installing plain tile roof coverings 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 how to calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to
install plain tile roof coverings.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
installing plain tile roof
coverings.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried
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 plain tile roof
coverings.
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 work schedules/diaries, 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 plain tile roof
coverings to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing plain
tile roof coverings:
– measuring, setting out, marking out, cutting, fitting,
mixing, positioning, securing and finishing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary
equipment.
7.3 Install, plain roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and
components to given working instructions, using new
and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following:
– general areas
– eaves and top course
– abutments
– openings (roof lights, widows)
– dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys.
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Title: Installing plain tile roof coverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Continued 7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– assess suitability of sub-structure
– identify and report faults with sub-structure and
roof interfaces
– determine lap and gauge dimensions
– cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to
the required size and shape
– set out and install tiles and components to eaves
and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings
(roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
– set out and install tiles to vertical surfaces including
gable ends, openings, penetrations and internal and
external corners
– mix sand, cement and additives
– mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
– install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level
ventilation
– form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
– recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
– understand the effects on lap and gauge when using
reclaimed imperial sized tiles
– understand the uses and limitations of handmade/crafted clay tiles
– recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are
required and report accordingly
– recognise specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment/working platforms.
7.5 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when installing
plain tile roof coverings.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when installing plain tile roof coverings.
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Title: Installing plain tile roof coverings 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 Heritage Skills – Roof Slating
and Tiling
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
Sector Subject Areas 05.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 57
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Title: Installing regular sized natural roof slate to standard roof details in the
workplace
Unit Number: R/618/7323
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 natural roof slate
to standard roof details.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
oral/written working instructions, drawings,
specifications, 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: – oral/written
working instructions, electronic data, drawings,
specifications, schedules, method statements, risk
assessments, manufacturers’ information,
organisational procedures and current regulations
governing buildings
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing regular sized
natural roof slate to
standard roof details
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/storage of materials and by
manual handling and mechanical lifting
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
installing regular sized
natural roof slate to
standard roof details
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
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carry out the activity in accordance with current
legislation and organisational requirements when
installing regular sized natural roof slate to standard
roof details
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3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and
relevant legislation when installing regular sized natural
roof slate to standard roof details in relation to the
following: – safe use of access equipment/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 installing regular sized
natural roof slate to standard roof details, 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 for
the methods of work to
install regular sized natural
roof slate to standard roof
details
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: – regular sized natural slates, fixings, ridge
and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems,
proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and
additives – hand tools, power tools and ancillary
equipment
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been
developed and how they are used for the selection of
required resources
4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to
install regular sized natural roof slate to standard roof
details
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5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
installing regular sized
natural roof slate to
standard roof
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out
in relation to the work 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 regular sized
natural roof slate to
standard roof details
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 work schedules/diaries, 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 regular sized natural
roof slate to standard roof
details to the required
specification
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing
regular sized natural roof slate to standard roof details:
– measuring, setting out, marking out, grading, holing,
cutting, fitting, mixing, positioning, securing and
finishing
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary
equipment
7.3 Install regular sized natural roof slates to battens and/or
boards and related fittings, fixings and components to
given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed
materials for roofs with the following:
– general areas
– eaves and top course
– abutments
– openings (roof lights, windows)
– dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
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7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– assess suitability of sub ·structure
– identify and report faults with sub ·structure and roof
interfaces – determine lap and gauge dimensions
– cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to
the required size and shape
– grade and hole slates
– fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
– set out and install slates and components to eaves and
top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof
lights, windows), abutments, and general areas
– install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level
ventilation
– mix sand, cement and additives
– mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
– form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
– recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
– understand the effects on lap and gauge when using
reclaimed imperial sized slates
– recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are
required and report accordingly
– recognise specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance
– use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment/working platforms.
7.5 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when installing
regular sized natural roof slate to standard roof details
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when installing regular sized natural roof slate to
standard roof details
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Title: Installing regular sized natural roof slate to standard roof details 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 Heritage Skills – Roof Slating
and Tiling
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
Sector Subject Areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 100
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Title: Installing natural roof slate to mitred and vertical roof details in the workplace
Unit Number: J/618/6413
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 natural roof slate
to mitred and vertical roof
details.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
oral/written working instructions, drawings,
specifications, 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:
– oral/written working instructions, electronic data,
drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments, manufacturers’
information, organisational procedures and current
regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing natural roof slate
to mitred and vertical roof
details.
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/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
installing natural roof slate
to mitred and vertical roof
details.
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 natural roof
slate to mitred and vertical roof details.
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Title: Installing natural roof slate to mitred and vertical roof details 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 natural roof slate to
mitred and vertical roof details in relation to the
following:
– safe use of access equipment/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 installing natural roof slate
to mitred and vertical roof details, 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 for
the methods of work to
install natural roof slate to
mitred and vertical roof
details.
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:
– natural slates, fixings, soakers, ridge and hip tiles,
dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary
roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
– hand tools, power tools and equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported.
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Title: Installing natural roof slate to mitred and vertical roof details 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 calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to
install natural roof slate to mitred and vertical roof
details.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
installing natural roof slate
to mitred and vertical roof
details.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out
safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and
official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
installing natural roof slate
to mitred and vertical roof
details.
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 work schedules/diaries, 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 natural roof slate to
mitred and vertical roof
details to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing natural
roof slate to mitred and vertical roof details:
– measuring, setting out, marking out, grading, holing,
cutting, fitting, mixing, positioning, securing and finishing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary
equipment.
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Title: Installing natural roof slate to mitred and vertical roof details in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 continued 7.3 Install natural roof slates to battens and/or boards and
related fittings, fixings and components to given
working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed
materials for roofs with the following:
– general areas
– mitred hips
– mitred valleys
– vertical surfaces
– eaves and top course
– abutments
– openings (roof lights, windows)
– dry and/or wet fix verges and ridges.
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– assess suitability of sub-structure
– identify and report faults with sub-structure and
roof interfaces
– determine lap and gauge dimensions
– cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to
the required size and shape
– grade and hole slates
– fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
– set out and install slates and components to eaves
and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings
(roof lights, windows), abutments, vertical and
general areas
– form mitred hips and mitred valleys, including
measuring, cutting and fitting of soakers
– set out and install natural roof slates to vertical
surfaces including gable ends, openings,
penetrations, internal and external corners
– install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level
ventilation
– mix sand, cement and additives
– mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
– form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
– recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
– understand the effects on lap and gauge when using
reclaimed imperial sized slates
– recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are
required and report accordingly
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7 continued 7.4
cont
– recognise specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment/working platforms.
7.5 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when installing
regular sized natural roof slate to mitred and vertical
advanced roof details.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when installing natural roof slate to mitred and vertical
roof details.
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Title: Installing natural roof slate to mitred and vertical roof details 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 Heritage Skills – Roof Slating
and Tiling
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
Sector Subject Areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 100
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59
Title: Installing random natural roof slates with diminishing margins in the
workplace
Unit Number: L/618/6414
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 random natural
roof slates with diminishing
margins.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
oral/written working instructions, drawings,
specifications, 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:
– oral/written working instructions, electronic data,
drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statement, risk assessments, manufacturers’
information, organisational procedures and current
regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing random natural
roof slates with diminishing
margins.
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/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
installing random natural
roof slates with diminishing
margins.
3.1 Use health and safety equipment safely and comply with
the methods of work to carry out the activity in
accordance with current legislation and organisational
requirements when installing random natural roof slates
with diminishing margins.
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Title: Installing random natural roof slates with diminishing margins 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 random natural roof
slates with diminishing margins in relation to the
following:
– safe use of access equipment/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 installing random natural
roof slates with diminishing margins, 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 for
the methods of work to
install random natural roof
slates with diminishing
margins.
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:
– random sized natural slates, fixings, ridge and hip
tiles, boards, ventilation systems, proprietary
roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
– hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment.
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Title: Installing random natural roof slates with diminishing margins 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 how to calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to
install random natural roof slates with diminishing
margins.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
installing random natural
roof slates with diminishing
margins.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out
safely in accordance with environmental responsibilities,
organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information,
statutory regulations and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
installing random natural
roof slates with diminishing
margins.
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 work schedules/diaries, progress charts,
timetables and estimated times
– organisational procedures for reporting
circumstances which will affect the work
programme.
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Title: Installing random natural roof slates with diminishing margins 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 random natural roof
slates with diminishing
margins to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing
random natural roof slates with diminishing margins:
– measuring, grading, sizing and holing, setting out,
marking out, cutting, fitting, mixing, positioning,
securing and finishing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary
equipment.
7.3 Install, random sized (length and width) natural roof
slates (centre- and/or head-nailed) to battens and/or
boards, and related fittings, fixings and components to
given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed
materials for roofs with the following:
– general areas
– eaves and top course
– abutments
– openings (roof lights, windows)
– dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys.
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– assess suitability of sub-structure
– identify and report faults with sub-structure and
roof interfaces
– determine lap and gauge dimensions
– cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to
the required size and shape
– grade, size and hole slates
– fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
– maintain head laps for diminishing courses
– maintain side laps for random width slates
– recognise the relationship between head and side
lap, roof pitch and geographical location
– set out and install random sized (length and width)
natural roof slates (centre-nailed and/or headnailed), to battens and/or boards, fittings and
components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge,
hips, valleys, openings, (roof lights, windows)
abutments and general areas
– install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level
ventilation
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Title: Installing random natural roof slates with diminishing margins in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 continued 7.4
cont
– mix sand, cement and additives
– mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
– form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
– recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
– understand the effects on lap and gauge when
using reclaimed imperial sized slates
– recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are
required and report accordingly
– recognise specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment/working platforms.
7.5 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when installing
random natural roof slates with diminishing margins.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when installing random natural roof slates with
diminishing margins.
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Title: Installing random natural roof slates with diminishing margins 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 Heritage Skills – Roof Slating
and Tiling
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
Sector Subject Areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 100
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ProQual, May 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Heritage Skills (Construction) – Roof Slating & Tiling Occupations
65
Title: Installing single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge in the workplace
Unit Number: H/618/6418
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 single-lap roof
tiles to a fixed gauge.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
oral/written working instructions drawings,
specifications, 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:
– oral/written working instructions, electronic data,
drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments, manufacturers’
information, organisational procedures and current
regulations governing buildings..
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing single-lap roof
tiles to a fixed gauge.
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/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
installing single-lap roof
tiles to a fixed gauge.
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 single-lap
roof tiles to a fixed gauge.
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Title: Installing single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge 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 single-lap roof tiles
to a fixed gauge in relation to the following:
– safe use of access equipment/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 installing single-lap roof tiles
to a fixed gauge, 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 for
the methods of work to
install single-lap roof tiles to
a fixed gauge.
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:
– single-lap fixed gauge tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge
and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems,
proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement
and additives.
– hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported.
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been
developed and how they are used for the selection of
required resources.
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Title: Installing single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge 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 how to calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to
install single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
installing single-lap roof
tiles to a fixed gauge.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out
safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and
official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
installing single-lap roof
tiles to a fixed gauge.
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 work schedules/diaries, 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 single-lap roof tiles to
a fixed gauge to the
required specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing
single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge:
– measuring, setting out, marking out, cutting, fitting,
mixing, positioning, securing and finishing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, power tools, and ancillary
equipment.
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Title: Installing single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Continued 7.3 Install single-lap fixed gauge roof tiles and related
fittings, fixings and components given working
instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for
roofs with the following:
– general areas
– eaves and top course
– abutments
– openings (roof lights, windows)
– dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– assess suitability of sub-structure
– identify and report faults with sub-structure and
roof interfaces
– determine lap and gauge dimensions
– cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to
the required size and shape
– set out and install tiles and components to eaves
and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings
(roof lights, windows) abutments and general areas
– install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level
ventilation
– mix sand, cement and additives
– mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
– form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
– recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
– understand the effects on lap and gauge when using
reclaimed imperial sized tiles
– understand the uses and limitations of handmade/crafted clay tiles
– recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are
required and report accordingly
– recognise specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance
– use hand tools, 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
single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when installing single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge.
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Title: Installing single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge 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 Heritage Skills – Roof Slating
and Tiling
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
Sector Subject Areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 33
Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria
ProQual, May 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Heritage Skills (Construction) – Roof Slating & Tiling Occupations
70
Title: Installing double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details in the
workplace
Unit Number: K/618/6419
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 double-lap roof
tiles to curved and swept
roof details.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
oral/written working instructions, drawings,
specifications, 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:
– oral/written working instructions, electronic data,
drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments, manufacturers’
information, organisational procedures and current
regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing double-lap roof
tiles to curved and swept
roof details.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under 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/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
installing double-lap roof
tiles to curved and swept
roof details.
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 double-lap
roof tiles to curved and swept roof details.
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Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Heritage Skills (Construction) – Roof Slating & Tiling Occupations
71
Title: Installing double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details 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 double-lap roof tiles
to curved and swept roof details in relation to the
following:
– safe use of access equipment/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 installing double-lap roof
tiles to curved and swept roof details, 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 for
the methods of work to
install double-lap roof tiles
to curved and swept roof
details.
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:
– plain tiles, peg tiles, boards, split battens, soakers,
timber, wedges, fillets, fittings and fixings
– hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported.
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Title: Installing double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details 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 calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to
install double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof
details.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
installing double-lap roof
tiles to curved and swept
roof details.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out
safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and
official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
installing double-lap roof
tiles to curved and swept
roof details.
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 work schedules/diaries, 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 double-lap roof tiles
to curved and swept roof
details to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing doublelap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details:
– measuring, setting out, marking out, cutting, fitting,
mixing, positioning, securing and finishing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary
equipment.
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Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Heritage Skills (Construction) – Roof Slating & Tiling Occupations
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Title: Installing double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 continued 7.3 Install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap) to battens
and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and
components to given working instructions, using new
and/or reclaimed materials for two of the following roof
details:
– eyebrow dormers
– swept valleys
– laced valleys
– curved vertical
– curved pitch (cones, apse ends).
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– assess suitability of sub-structure
– identify and report faults with sub-structure and
roof interfaces
– cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to
the required size and shape
– fix boards, wedges, fillets and split battens
– determine lap and gauge dimensions
– fix tiles to battens or direct to boarded areas
– set out and install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap)
and components, including soakers to eyebrow
dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial
areas
– recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
– understand the effects on lap and gauge when using
reclaimed imperial sized tiles
– understand the uses and limitations of handmade/crafted clay tiles
– recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are
required and report accordingly
– recognise specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment/working platforms.
7.6 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when installing
double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when installing double-lap roof tiles to curved and
swept roof details.
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Title: Installing double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details 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 Heritage Skills – Roof Slating
and Tiling
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
Sector Subject Areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 100
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ProQual, May 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Heritage Skills (Construction) – Roof Slating & Tiling Occupations
75
Title: Fabricating and installing weathering leadwork to roofs in the workplace
Unit Number: Y/618/7324
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
fabricating and installing
weathering leadwork to
roofs.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from of
oral/written working instructions, drawings,
specifications, 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:
– oral/written working instructions, electronic data,
drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments, manufacturers’
information, organisational procedures and current
regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
fabricating and installing
weathering leadwork to
roofs.
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/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
fabricating and installing
weathering leadwork to
roofs.
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 fabricating and
installing weathering leadwork to roofs.
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Title: Fabricating and installing weathering leadwork to roofs 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 fabricating and installing
weathering leadwork to roofs in relation to the
following:
– safe use of access equipment/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 fabricating and installing
weathering leadwork 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)
3.4 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 for
the methods of work to
fabricate and install
weathering leadwork 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:
– sheet lead, patination fluids and pointing materials
– hand tools, 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.
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Title: Fabricating and installing weathering leadwork to roofs 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 how to calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to
fabricate and install weathering leadwork to roofs.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
fabricating and installing
weathering leadwork 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 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
fabricating and installing
weathering leadwork to
roofs.
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 work schedules/diaries, 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
fabricate and install
weathering leadwork to
roofs to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when fabricating
and installing weathering leadwork to roofs:
– measuring, marking out, cutting, fitting, positioning,
welding, securing, dressing, bossing, pointing and
finishing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary
equipment.
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Title: Fabricating and installing weathering leadwork to roofs in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 continued 7.3 Prepare and install lead sheet weatherings to given
working instructions, for the following:
– chimneys
– abutments
– soil and/or vent pipes
– junction saddles
– valleys
– hips
– ridges
– openings (roof lights, windows).
7.4 Fabricate back gutters and aprons and pipe slates by
lead welding.
7.5 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– assess suitability of sub-structure
– identify and report faults with sub-structure and
roof interfaces
– cut, fit and place soakers
– cut, form and install step flashings
– install valley liners and saddles
– form and install aprons, back gutters and soil and/or
vent pipe flashings
– weld and boss
– install rolls to hips/ridges
– install secret gutters
– point/seal flashings
– apply patination fluid
– recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are
required and report accordingly
– recognise specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment/working platforms.
7.6 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when fabricating
and installing weathering leadwork to roofs.
7.7 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when fabricating and installing weathering leadwork to
roofs.
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Title: Fabricating and installing weathering leadwork to roofs 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 83
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Title: Installing natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details in the workplace
Unit Number: D/618/7325
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 natural roof slates
to curved and swept roof
details.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
oral/written working instructions, drawings,
specifications, 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:
– oral/written working instructions, electronic data,
drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments, manufacturers’
information, organisational procedures and current
regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing natural roof slates
to curved and swept roof
details.
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.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
installing natural roof slates
to curved and swept roof
details.
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 natural roof
slates to curved and swept roof details.
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Title: Installing natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details 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 natural roof slates to
curved and swept roof details in relation to the
following:
– safe use of access equipment/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 installing natural roof slates
to curved and swept roof details, 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 for
the methods of work to
install natural roof slates to
curved and swept roof
details.
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:
– slates, boards, split battens, soakers, timber,
wedges, fillets, fittings and fixings
– hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported.
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Title: Installing natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details 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 method of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to
install natural roof slates to curved and swept roof
details.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
installing natural roof slates
to curved and swept roof
details.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures. .
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out
safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and
official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
installing natural roof slates
to curved and swept roof
details.
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 work schedules/diaries, 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 natural roof slates to
curved and swept roof
details to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing natural
roof slates to curved and swept roof details:
– measuring, setting out, marking out, grading, sizing,
holing, cutting, fitting, mixing, positioning, securing and
finishing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary
equipment.
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Title: Installing natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 continued 7.3 Install natural slates to battens and/or boards and
related fittings, fixings and components to given
working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed
materials for two of the following roof details:
– eyebrow dormers
– swept valleys
– laced valleys
– curved vertical
– curved pitch (cones, apse ends).
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– assess suitability of sub-structure
– identify and report faults with sub-structure and
roof interfaces
– determine lap and gauge dimensions
– cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to
the required size and shape
– fix boards, wedges, fillets and split battens
– grade, size, and hole slates
– fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
– set out and install slates and components, including
soakers to eyebrow dormers, swept and laced
valleys, curved and radial areas
– recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
– understand the effects on lap and gauge when using
reclaimed imperial sized slates
– recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are
required and report accordingly
– recognise specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment/working platforms.
7.5 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when installing
natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when installing natural roof slates to curved and swept
roof details.
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Title: Installing natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details 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 Heritage Skills – Roof Slating
and Tiling
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
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