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Introduction

The ProQual Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Installations – Hoist (Construction) qualification

provides a nationally recognised qualification for those working in the construction and the

built environment sector in the specialised area of hoists. It is designed to assess

occupational competence in the workplace where candidates are required to demonstrate

skills and knowledge to a level required in the construction industry.

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 Plant Installations – Hoist

(Construction)

Qualification title ProQual Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Installations –

Hoist (Construction)

Ofqual qualification number 603/0346/3

Level 3

Total Qualification Time 1820 hours (701 GLH)

Assessment

Pass or fail

Internally assessed and verified by centre staff

External quality assurance by ProQual verifiers

Qualification start date 29/08/16

Qualification end date

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.

Centres should carry out an initial assessment of candidate skills and knowledge to identify

any gaps and help plan the assessment.

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Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Qualification Structure

To achieve the qualification candidates must complete the eleven Mandatory units.

CITB references and credit values are provided in this document for information only.

Mandatory Units

CITB

references

provided for

information

only

Unit Ref. Title Level CITB Internal

Unit Ref.

R/615/1888 Dismantling pre-installed hoists in the workplace 2 P26A

R/615/1891 Carrying out basic maintenance on installed plant and

equipment in the workplace

2 P27

F/615/1983 Supervising and co-ordinating plant installation and

dismantling activities in the workplace

3 P28v2

Y/615/1889 Preparing and operating hoists during installation activities

in the workplace

2 384A

A/508/6525 Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended

loads in the workplace

2 402Av1

M/508/6537 Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the

workplace

1 641

Y/508/6533 Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace 2 643

D/615/1893 Inspecting plant or machinery for operational serviceability

in the workplace

2 663v2

H/615/1894 Diagnosing faults in plant or machinery systems or

components in the workplace

3 664

L/615/1887 Installing plant or machinery for operational activities in

the workplace

3 667

R/615/1986 Configuring plant or machinery for specific operational

activities in the workplace

2 669

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Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Additional Units

Candidates may complete any of the Additional Units but these will not count towards the

qualification.

Additional Units

CITB references

provided for

information

only

Unit Ref. Title Level CITB Internal

Unit Ref.

Y/508/6483 Preparing and operating hoists to lift and transfer loads in

the workplace

2 387Ov2

K/615/1895 Handing over plant or machinery to the control of others

in the workplace

3 672

Y/615/1987 Providing technical information, advice and guidance to

users of plant or machinery in the workplace

3 673

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Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

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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Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

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 9.

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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Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

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 Plant Installations – Hoist (Construction)

Claiming certificates

Centres may claim certificates for candidates who have been registered with ProQual and

who have successfully achieved the qualification. All certificates will be issued to the centre

for successful candidates.

Unit certificates

If a candidate does not achieve all of the units required for a qualification, the centre may

claim a unit certificate for the candidate which will list all of the units achieved.

Replacement certificates

If a replacement certificate is required a request must be made to ProQual in writing.

Replacement certificates are labelled as such and are only provided when the claim has

been authenticated. Refer to the Fee Schedule for details of charges for replacement

certificates.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Dismantling pre-installed hoists in the workplace

Unit Number: R/615/1888

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1 Work safely at all times

when dismantling installed

hoists.

1.1 Comply with current health and safety legislation and

other relevant regulations and guidelines applicable to

the dismantling of installed hoists.

1.2 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant to

hoist dismantling activities.

1.3 Describe health and safety legislation, regulations, safe

working practices and procedures and company health

and safety policies and workplace procedures that

apply when dismantling installed hoists.

1.4 State health and safety issues and describe reasons for

possible injuries when dismantling installed hoists at

height, in confined spaces and below ground level.

2 Carry out preparation

activities in order to

dismantle pre-installed

hoists and/or components.

2.1 Identify and extract applicable information from

relevant information sources when dismantling

installed hoists.

2.2 Establish and, where appropriate, mark components to

aid re-assembly.

2.3 Ensure that any stored energy or substances are

released safely and correctly.

2.4 Follow relevant dismantling instructions, disassembly

drawings and any other relevant specifications to aid

dismantling.

2.5 Describe different sources of information and technical

literature to aid the dismantling of hoists and/or

components.

2.6 Make all isolations and disconnections to installed

hoists in line with approved procedures.

2.7 Give reasons for the importance of dismantling

installed hoists in the correct sequence and explain the

possible consequences should procedures not be

followed.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Dismantling pre-installed hoists in the workplace

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

3 Dismantle a range of

relevant pre-installed hoists

in the workplace following

safe systems of work.

3.1 Carry out dismantling operations on installed hoists, relevant

to the occupational area on sites and/or client’s premises,

whilst conforming to given level of responsibility.

3.2 Disassemble installed hoists using correct tools and

techniques and following clearly defined procedures.

3.3 Describe the type or types of approved dismantling methods,

techniques, procedures, and tools and equipment needed to

dismantle installed hoists relevant to the occupational area.

3.4 Take suitable precautions to prevent damage to

components, tools and equipment during dismantling

operations.

3.5 Outline the safe manual handling methods, safe

removal procedures of components, and safe use

requirements of lifting equipment during dismantling

operations on installed hoists.

3.6 Describe ways of protecting tools, accessories and

equipment when dismantling relevant installed hoists,

how to use lifting equipment and lifting aids, and how

to store and keep secure specialist tools and

equipment.

3.7 Describe the possible types of damage that can occur

to hoists and their components, when dismantling

installed units.

4 Segregate and sort parts and

components from

dismantled hoists for

disposal and/or reuse.

4.1 Label and store parts, components and sub-assemblies

from dismantled hoists for reuse in approved locations.

4.2 Discard unwanted dismantled components, parts, subassemblies or substances in accordance with approved

procedures.

4.3 State the organisational instructions and procedures

for dealing with damages and defects, and the

disposing of hazardous and non-hazardous waste

substances.

5 Comply with organisational

communication procedures

when dismantling installed

hoists.

5.1 Demonstrate dealing promptly and effectively with

problems within given control and report those that

cannot be solved to other designated personnel.

5.2 State the organisations reporting lines and procedures

associated with the dismantling of installed hoists.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Dismantling pre-installed hoists 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 Plant Installations – Hoist (Construction):

One of the following endorsements required:

Hoist rack and pinion goods

Hoist passenger/goods combined

Hoist rope operated goods

Hoist transport platform

Sector subject

area

05.2 Building and Construction

Availability for

use

Shared unit

Unit guided

learning hours

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Carrying out basic maintenance on installed plant and equipment in the

workplace

Unit Number: R/615/1891

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1 Work safely at all times

when carrying out basic

maintenance on installed

plant and equipment.

1.1 Comply with current health and safety legislation, and other

relevant regulations and guidelines applicable to the basic

maintenance of installed plant and equipment.

1.2 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) relevant to

installed plant and equipment maintenance activities.

1.3 Describe health and safety legislation, regulations, codes of

practice, official guidance, safe working practices and

procedures and company health and safety policies and

workplace procedures that apply to basic maintenance

activities.

1.4 Describe the safe and correct use of personal protective

equipment (PPE) and manual handling procedures when

carrying out basic maintenance activities on installed plant

and equipment to the occupational area.

1.5 State reasons for the care and protection of surrounding

areas and persons affected by the work, and possible injuries

through:

– the release of substances

– slipping on wet/greasy surfaces

– working at height.

2 Follow the relevant

maintenance schedules to

carry out the required work.

2.1 Identify and extract applicable maintenance schedule

and related specifications from relevant information

sources.

2.2 Outline maintenance schedules and durations for

typical plant and equipment within the occupational

area.

2.3 Describe typical information contained within

manufacturers operation and maintenance manuals.

3 Maintain a range of plant

and equipment used in the

construction and allied

industries in both

operational and nonoperational situations.

3.1 Carry out typical basic maintenance activities according to

manufacturer’s specifications and organisational procedures

within the limits of their personal authority.

3.2 Maintain to a basic level, typical plant and equipment

relevant to the occupational area on construction sites

and/or client’s premises.

3.3 Describe the routine maintenance methods and procedures

required by manufacturers, and the organisational

instructions and procedures when maintaining plant and

equipment.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Carrying out basic maintenance on installed plant and equipment in the

workplace

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

3 Continued 3.4 Outline the types of available resources, tools and

equipment and their suitability for different maintenance

tasks, and the different application techniques for applying

and replenishing lubricants.

3.5 Carry out basic maintenance activities in the specified

sequence and complete the activities within the agreed

timescale.

3.6 Describe how to carry out sensory, functional and safety

checks on the plant and equipment prior to, during and on

completion of basic maintenance tasks as specified by the

manufacturers.

4 Comply with the procedures

for non-planned

occurrences when carrying

out basic maintenance on

plant and equipment.

4.1 Demonstrate following procedures where the maintenance

activities cannot be fully met, or where there are identified

defect outside of the planned schedule.

4.2 Describe typical problems that can occur during basic

maintenance tasks on plant and equipment within the

occupational area, and how recognised problems can be

rectified.

5 Comply with organisational

maintenance records

documentation procedures

and waste disposal

procedures when carrying

out basic maintenance on

plant and equipment.

5.1 Complete relevant maintenance records accurately and pass

them onto the appropriate person.

5.2 Dispose of waste materials and substances in accordance

with safe working practices and approved procedures.

5.3 Outline the type of maintenance records kept by the

organisation and the service history of individual machines.

5.4 Describe the importance of keeping servicing and

maintenance records, organisational and statutory

requirements for record keeping, operational efficiency in

keeping records and customer requirements (where

applicable) of requiring accurate records.

5.5 State the organisational procedures for handling and

disposing of waste materials and substances.

5.6 Describe the maintenance authorisation procedures as

specified by the manufacturer and the organisation

(applicable to customer requirements).

5.7 Outline the organisation’s reporting lines and communication

procedures associated with maintaining plant and

equipment.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Carrying out basic maintenance on installed plant and equipment 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 Plant Installations – Hoist (Construction):

One of the following endorsements required:

Hoist rack and pinion goods

Hoist passenger/goods combined

Hoist rope operated goods

Hoist transport platform

Sector subject area 05.2 Building and Construction

Availability for use Shared unit

Unit guided

learning hours

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Supervising and co-ordinating plant installation and dismantling activities in

the workplace

Unit Number: F/615/1983

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1 Plan plant installation and

dismantling work activities

in accordance with given

instructions.

1.1 Identify work methods and activities relevant to the

occupational area to make optimum use of resources.

1.2 Extract relevant information from a range of technical

documents that establishes the installation and

dismantling procedures

1.3 Prioritise designated work activities to achieve given

objectives in a cost-effective and efficient manner.

1.4 Agree and record individual roles and group

responsibilities.

1.5 Record agreed work activities and plans following

organisational procedures.

1.6 Describe current health and safety legislation,

regulations, safe working practices and procedures,

and company health and safety policies and workplace

procedures that apply to the occupational workplace.

1.7 Describe types of planning methods and techniques

that allow work to be carried out effectively.

2 Co-ordinate given plant

installation and dismantling

work activities from given

criteria according to the

level of responsibility.

2.1 Organise the work activity for installing and dismantling

plant against given criteria and organisational

procedures.

2.2 Demonstrate procedures for seeking appropriate

assistance and advice in order to resolve typical

problems.

2.3 Establish and maintain effective working relationships

that follow organisation procedures.

2.4 Respond to requests for help or information following

organisational expectations.

2.5 Describe the types of organisational information

systems and procedures.

3 Communicate plant

installation and dismantling

work activities to relevant

people.

3.1 Communicate agreed work plans and activities on a regular

basis to all involved using the following methods:

– spoken

– written

– electronic.

3.2 Describe the effectiveness of different styles of

communication when working with others on typical

installation and dismantling activities

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Supervising and co-ordinating plant installation and dismantling activities in

the workplace

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

3 Continued 3.3 Describe the types of people that would be

communicated with, relevant to the occupational area

and level of responsibility.

3.4 Describe the organisational communication procedures

when installing and dismantling plant.

4 Check the progress of plant

installation and dismantling

activities against given

schedules.

4.1 Carry our regular checks during installation and

dismantling work to quantify any deviations from

planned progress which can or may have occurred.

4.2 Confirm the circumstances of any deviation, agree with

others if relevant, and implement appropriate

corrective actions.

4.3 Inform decision makers about progress, changes to the

operational programme and changes to resource needs.

4.4 Describe any deviations that have or could occur when

installing and dismantling plant.

4.5 Explain corrective actions that may have or may need to

be undertaken during plant installation and dismantling.

4.6 Explain who may need to be informed when deviations

from the installation/dismantling specification may have

occurred.

5 Confirm that the work

meets given quality

standards when installing

and dismantling plant.

5.1 Identify the required quality standards from relevant

information sources.

5.2 Regularly check that installation and dismantling work

conforms to the specified standards.

5.3 Identify work that fails to meet the specified standard

and implement corrective actions.

5.4 Explain why installation and dismantling work should

conform to the specified quality standards and the

consequences if they do not.

5.5 Explain typical types of corrective actions that may need

to be taken when installing and dismantling plant.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Supervising and co-ordinating plant installation and dismantling activities in

the workplace

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

6 Implement and maintain

Health, Safety and Welfare

requirements when

installing and dismantling

plant.

6.1 Ensure correct allocation of health, safety and welfare

equipment relevant to the work activity.

6.2 Induct people and check they are suitably competent

and monitored during installation and dismantling

activities.

6.3 Monitor health, safety and welfare in accordance with

statutory requirements.

6.4 Identify and record workplace conditions that do not

comply with relevant regulations.

6.5 Describe the types, function and special procedures

relating to specialist safety equipment specific to plant

installation and dismantling activities.

6.6 Explain the organisational induction procedures for

those carrying out plant installation and dismantling.

6.7 Explain the organisational procedures for the

monitoring, identification and recording of workplace

health, safety and welfare conditions.

7 Understand effective work

relationship issues when

installing and dismantling

plant.

7.1 Describe the importance of maintaining working

relations.

7.2 Explain the meaning of effective working relationships.

7.3 Describe typical issues that can affect effective working

relationships.

7.4 Explain different ways of avoiding conflict with other

colleagues, customers, other workers and managers.

7.5 Describe how to create and maintain good working

relationships when installing and dismantling plant.

7.6 Give reasons why it is important to keep people

informed about the work.

7.7 Describe the organisational lines of communication and

responsibilities, and the procedures for work when

installing and dismantling plant.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Supervising and co-ordinating plant installation and dismantling activities 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 Plant Installations – Hoist (Construction):

One of the following endorsements required:

Hoist rack and pinion goods

Hoist passenger/goods combined

Hoist rope operated goods

Hoist transport platform

Sector Subject

Areas

5.2 Building and Construction

Availability for use Shared unit

Unit guided

learning hours

117

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Preparing and operating hoists during installation activities in the workplace

Unit Number: Y/615/1889

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1 Interpret the given

information relating to the

use of hoists during

installation activities.

1.1 Interpret and extract information from drawings,

specifications, schedules and manufacturers’ information.

1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived from

risk assessments and method statement.

1.3 State the organisational procedures developed to report and

rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources

and how they are implemented.

1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and how

they are interpreted in relation to:

– drawings, specifications, schedules, manufacturers’

information, method statements, risk assessments and

guidance applicable to hoist operations.

2 Know how to comply with

relevant legislation and

official guidance when

operating hoists during

installation activities.

2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current legislation and

official guidance whilst working:

– in the workplace, below ground level, at height, with

tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with

movement/storage of materials and by manual handling

and mechanical lifting.

2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for tools,

equipment and personal belongings in relation to site,

workplace, company and operative.

2.3 State what the accident reporting procedures are and who is

responsible for making reports.

3 Maintain safe working

practices when operating

hoists during installation

activities.

3.1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) safely and carry out

the activity in accordance with legislation and organisational

requirements.

3.2 Explain why and when personal protective equipment (PPE)

should be used, relating to hoist installation operations, 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

particular task-related hazards.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Preparing and operating hoists during installation activities in the workplace

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

4 Comply with the given

contract information to

prepare and operate hoists

during installation activities,

to the required

specification.

4.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when preparing

and operating hoists during installation activities:

– checking, adjusting, operating, communicating,

manoeuvring and positioning.

4.2 Prepare and operate hoists in the workplace to given

working instructions whilst engaging in installation

activities.

4.3 Describe how to apply safe work practices, the typical

hazards, follow procedures, how problems are reported

and the authority needed to rectify, to:

– identify the characteristics of the hoist that is to be

installed, erected, altered or dismantled

– carry out pre-use checks

– prepare, set up, check and adjust for operational

requirements, safety and security

– carry out functional and operational checks

– confirm hoist and equipment stability and security

– shut down and secure the hoist.

4.4 Use ancillary equipment and machinery.

4.5 State the needs of other occupations and how to

communicate within a team when preparing for and

operating hoist during installation activities.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Preparing and operating hoists during installation activities 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 Plant Installations – Hoist (Construction) :

One of the following endorsements required:

Hoist rack and pinion goods

Hoist passenger/goods combined

Hoist rope operated goods

Hoist transport platform

Sector Subject

Area

05.2 Building and Construction

Availability for

use

Shared unit

Unit guided

learning hours

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the workplace

Unit Number: A/508/6525

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1 Interpret the given

information relating to the

preparation for and the

slinging and signalling of loads.

1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from drawings,

specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method

statements (lift plans) and manufacturers’ information.

1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived from

risk assessments and method statements.

1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to report

and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable

resources and how they are implemented.

1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and how

they are interpreted in relation to:

– drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements,

risk assessments, lift plans, work instructions,

manufacturers’ information, approved procedures and

Codes of Practice.

2 Organise with others the

sequence and operation in

which the slinging and

signalling of loads is to be

carried out.

2.1 Organise the work according to given information or

instructions.

2.2 Describe how to communicate ideas between team

members.

2.3 Organise and communicate with team members and other

associated occupations.

2.4 Describe how to organise resources prior to and when

slinging and signalling of loads.

3 Know how to comply with

relevant legislation and official

guidance to carry out slinging

and signalling of loads.

3.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential accidents,

health hazards and the environment whilst working:

– in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces,

at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and

substances, with movement/storage of materials and by

manual handling and mechanical lifting.

3.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for tools,

equipment and personal belongings in relation to site,

workplace, company and operative.

3.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and who

is responsible for making reports.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the workplace

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

4 Maintain safe and healthy

working practices when

preparing for and slinging and

signalling loads.

4.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and comply

with the methods of work to carry out the activity in

accordance with legislation and organisational requirements

when slinging and signalling loads.

4.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and relevant

legislation when carrying out the slinging and signalling of

loads in relation to at least three of the following:

– safe use and storage of tools and equipment

– safe use, storage and handling of lifting accessories

– safe use of access equipment

– specific risks to health.

4.3 Explain why and when health and safety control equipment,

identified by the principles of protection, should be used,

relating to slinging and signalling of loads, and the types,

purpose and limitations of each type, the work situation and

general work environment, in relation to:

– collective protective measures

– personal protective equipment (PPE)

– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)

– local exhaust ventilation (LEV).

4.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control

equipment should be used in accordance with the given

working instructions.

4.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in

accordance with organisational authorisation and personal

skills when involved with fires, spillages, injuries and other

task-related activities.

5 Select the required quantity

and quality of resources to

prepare for and when slinging

and signalling loads.

5.1 Select resources associated with slinging/signalling in relation

to lifting accessories/aids, hand tools and ancillary

equipment.

5.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,

limitations and defects associated with the resources, and

how they should be used correctly, relating to:

– lifting accessories

– signalling and communication equipment

– hand tools and ancillary equipment.

5.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly, and

how problems associated with the resources are reported.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the workplace

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

5 Continued 5.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been

developed and how they are used for the selection of

required resources.

5.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the resources

and methods of work.

5.6 Describe how to identify weight, quantity, length and area

associated with the method/procedures to carry out

slinging/signalling.

6 Minimise the risk of damage

to the work and surrounding

area when preparing to and

slinging and signalling loads.

6.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage in

accordance with safe working practices and organisational

procedures.

6.2 Prevent damage and maintain a clean work space.

6.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.

6.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the purpose

of protection in relation to general workplace activities, other

occupations and adverse weather conditions.

6.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out safely

in accordance with environmental responsibilities,

organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information,

statutory regulations and official guidance.

7 Complete the work within the

allocated time when preparing

to and slinging and signalling

loads.

7.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the allocated

time.

7.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and describe

why deadlines should be kept in relation to:

– types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times

– organisational procedures for reporting circumstances

which will affect the work programme.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the workplace

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

8 Comply with the given

contract information to

prepare to and sling and signal

suspended loads for

movement to the required

specification.

8.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when preparing to and

slinging and signalling loads:

– measuring, gauging, estimating, calculating, fitting, fixing,

testing, balancing, interpreting, inspecting, judging,

explaining, preparing, indicating, informing, instructing,

signing, positioning, adjusting, configuring, moving,

securing, signalling and relaying.

8.2 Use and maintain lifting accessories, lifting aids and

equipment.

8.3 Inspect and prepare lifting accessories prior to slinging.

8.4 Prepare to and attach suspended loads to lifting equipment, using

appropriate lifting accessories and load securing methods, to given

working instructions for three of the following:

– balanced

– unbalanced

– loose

– bundled

– container

– drum

– a load where the machine operator cannot observe its full

movement path.

8.5 Guide, move and place suspended loads to specified destinations,

using hand signals, to given working instructions for three of the

following:

– balanced

– unbalanced

– loose

– bundled

– container

– drum

– a load where the machine operator cannot observe its full

movement path.

8.6 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices, follow

procedures, report problems and establish authority needed to

rectify, to:

– identify the differences between: slinging and signalling,

directing and guiding movement of vehicles, plant and

machinery, and directing and guiding operations of plant and

machinery not being used for lifting operations

– confirm the authority, duties and responsibilities allocated

– identify characteristics of lifting equipment and lifting

accessories

– identify and interpret valid certification for maintenance,

inspection and thorough examination

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the workplace

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

8 Continued 8.7 – lift and transfer people

– sling balanced, unbalanced, loose, live, bundled,

container drum loads and loads that are blind to the

equipment operator

– communicate using hand signals, hand signalling

equipment (lights, wands, fluorescent gloves, flags) and

electronic communication equipment (loud hailers,

radios)

– confirm methods of communication

– recognise blind-spots, potential crush zones and other

limitations to driver visibility

– consider the load characteristics including centre of

gravity and lifting points to determine the method of

slinging

– determine and check the route of the load before and

during the lift including distances, clearances and

landing position

8.8 – select, handle, inspect and use (assemble, set up and

adjust) lifting accessories and aids

– identify rejection criteria for removing lifting accessories

from service

– recognise and determine when specific skills and

knowledge are required and report accordingly

– attach lifting accessories and sling loads securely

– ensure balance and stability of loads

– attach and use load guidance equipment (tag lines)

– guide and place suspended loads by recognised

methods of communication and agreed operational

procedures

– land and position loads safely and securely

– remove and store lifting accessories

– use hand tools and ancillary equipment.

8.9 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to

communicate within a team when preparing to and slinging

and signalling loads.

8.10 Describe how to maintain the lifting accessories, lifting aids

and signalling and communication equipment used to sling

and signal loads.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the

workplace

Additional information about this unit

Assessment

Guidance

This unit must be assessed in a work environment and in accordance with

the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated Assessment Strategy for Construction

and the Built Environment.

Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry experience

and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational expertise and knowledge,

and must use a combination of assessment methods as defined in the

Consolidated Assessment Strategy.

Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.

This unit must be assessed against the endorsements detailed within the

relevant NVQ Structure.

ProQual Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Installations – Hoist (Construction):

The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):

Slinger signaller – plant installations (hoists) only

Sector subject area 5.2 Building and Construction

Availability for use Shared unit

Unit guided learning

hours

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

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.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

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.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

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.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace.

Additional information about this unit

Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment, in

accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated

Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built

Environment.

Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry

experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational

expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of

assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated

Assessment Strategy.

Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.

Sector Subject Area 05.2 Building and Construction

Availability for use Shared unit

Unit guided learning hours 7

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace

Unit Number Y/508/6533

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1 Comply with given

information when moving,

handling and/or storing

resources.

1.1 Interpret the given information relating to moving,

handling and/or storing resources, relevant to the given

occupation.

1.2 Interpret the given information relating to the use and

storage of lifting aids and equipment.

1.3 Describe the different types of technical, product and

regulatory information, their source and how they are

interpreted.

1.4 State the organisational procedures developed to report

and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable

resources and how they are implemented.

1.5 Describe how to obtain information relating to using and

storing lifting aids and equipment.

2 Know how to comply with

relevant legislation and

official guidance when

moving, handling and/or

storing resources.

2.1 Describe their responsibilities under current legislation

and official guidance whilst working:

– in the workplace, in confined spaces, below ground

level, at height, with tools and equipment, with

materials and substances, with movement/storage

of materials and by manual handling and mechanical

lifting.

2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for

tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to

site, workplace, company and operative.

2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and

who is responsible for making the reports.

2.4 State the appropriate types of fire extinguishers relevant

to the work.

2.5 Describe how and when the different types of fire

extinguishers, relevant to the given occupation, are used

in accordance with legislation and official guidance.

3 Maintain safe working

practices when moving,

handling and/or storing

resources.

3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely to carry

out the activity in accordance with legislation and

organisational requirements when moving, handling

and/or storing resources.

3.2 Use lifting aids safely as appropriate to the work.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

3 continued 3.3 Protect the environment in accordance with safe working

practices as appropriate to the work.

3.4 Explain why and when health and safety control equipment,

identified by the principles of protection, should be used,

relating to moving, handling and/or storing resources, and

the types, purpose and limitations of each type, the work

situation, occupational use and the general work

environment, in relation to:

– collective protective measures

– personal protective equipment (PPE)

– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)

– local exhaust ventilation (LEV).

3.5 Describe how the health and safety control equipment

relevant to the work should be used in accordance with the

given instructions.

3.6 State how emergencies should be responded to in accordance

with organisational authorisation and personal skills when

involved with fires, spillages, injuries and other task-related

hazards.

4 Select the required quantity

and quality of resources for the

methods of work to move,

handle and/or store

occupational resources.

4.1 Select the relevant resources to be moved, handled and/or

stored, associated with own work.

4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,

limitations and defects associated with the occupational

resources in relation to:

– lifting and handling aids

– container(s)

– fixing, holding and securing systems.

4.3 Describe how the resources should be handled and how any

problems associated with the resources are reported.

4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been

developed and how they are used for the selection of

required resources.

4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the resources

and methods of work.

5 Prevent the risk of damage to

occupational resources and

surrounding environment

when moving, handling and/or

storing resources.

5.1 Protect occupational resources and their surrounding area

from damage in accordance with safe working practices and

organisational procedures.

5.2 Dispose of waste and packaging in accordance with

legislation.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

5 continued 5.3 Maintain a clean work space when moving, handling or

storing resources.

5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the

purpose of protection in relation to general workplace

activities, other occupations and adverse weather

conditions.

5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried

safely in accordance with environmental

responsibilities, organisational procedures,

manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and

official guidance.

6 Complete the work within

the allocated time when

moving, handling and/or

storing resources.

6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the

allocated time.

6.2 State the purpose of the work programme and explain why

deadlines should be kept in relation to:

– progress charts, timetables and estimated times

– organisational procedures for reporting circumstances

which will affect the work programme.

7 Comply with the given

occupational resource

information to move,

handle and/or store

resources to the required

guidance.

7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when moving,

handling and/or storing occupational resources:

– moving, positioning, storing, securing and/or using

lifting aids and kinetic lifting techniques.

7.2 Move, handle and/or store occupational resources to meet

product information and organisational requirements relating

to three of the following:

– sheet material

– loose material

– bagged or wrapped material

– fragile material

– tools and equipment

– components

– liquids.

7.3 Describe how to apply safe work practices, follow

procedures, report problems and establish the authority

needed to rectify them when moving, handling and/or

storing occupational resources.

7.4 Describe the needs of other occupations when moving,

handling and/or storing resources.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace

Additional information about this unit

Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment, in

accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated

Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built

Environment.

Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry

experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational

expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of

assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated

Assessment Strategy.

Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.

Sector Subject Areas 05.2 Building and Construction

Availability for use Shared unit

Unit guided learning hours 17

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Inspecting plant or machinery for operational serviceability in the workplace

Unit Number: D/615/1893

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

inspecting plant or

machinery for operational

serviceability.

1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from

drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements,

risk assessments, workshop manuals, technical service

bulletins, parts manuals and manufacturers’

information.

1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived

from risk assessments and method statements.

1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to

report and rectify inappropriate information and

unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.

1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and

how they are interpreted in relation to:

– drawings, specifications, schedules, method

statements, risk assessments, workshop manuals,

technical service bulletins, parts manuals,

manufacturers’ information and current regulations

associated with the inspection, examination and test

of plant and machinery.

2 Know how to comply with

relevant legislation and

official guidance when

inspecting plant or

machinery for operational

serviceability.

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

inspecting plant or

machinery for operational

serviceability.

3.1 Use health and safety control equipment and access

equipment (if applicable) safely to carry out the activity

in accordance with current legislation and organisational

requirements when inspecting plant or machinery for

operational serviceability.

3.2 Comply with information relating to specific risks to

health when inspecting plant or machinery for

operational serviceability.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Inspecting plant or machinery for operational serviceability 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 inspecting plant or machinery for operational

serviceability 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

inspect plant or machinery

for operational

serviceability.

4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to

materials, components, fixings, tools, equipment and

consumables.

4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,

limitations and defects associated with the resources in

relation to:

– consumables

– inspection equipment

– fixings

– hand tools, portable powered tools, specialist 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 inspect plant and

machinery for operational serviceability.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Inspecting plant or machinery for operational serviceability 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

inspecting plant or

machinery for operational

serviceability.

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

inspecting plant or

machinery for operational

serviceability.

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

inspect plant or machinery

for operational

serviceability to the

required specification.

7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when inspecting

plant or machinery for operational serviceability:

– inspecting, checking, recording and reporting.

7.2 Complete the following inspections to given working

instructions:

– routine checks, daily, weekly

– periodic e.g. monthly, annual, number, hours run

– pre-use, delivery

– post-use, return, off hire.

7.3 Record and report results and findings of inspection

using the appropriate method, in accordance with given

working instructions.

7.4 Safely use and handle materials, hand tools, specialist

tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment.

7.5 Safely store the materials, tools and equipment used

when inspecting plant or machinery for operational

serviceability.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Inspecting plant or machinery for operational serviceability in the workplace

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

7 Continued 7.6 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,

follow procedures, report problems and establish the

authority needed to rectify them, to:

– identify inspection criteria

– conduct inspections, daily/weekly, periodic

(monthly, annual, number and hours run), pre-use

and post-use and returned items

– identify the difference between test, inspection and

thorough examination

– check the calibration of inspection tools and

equipment

– use specialist inspection equipment and test and

diagnostic aids

– identify deterioration, damage, excess wear and

leaks

– identify non-critical defects

– identify critical defects

– classify the serviceability of plant and machinery

– consider plant and machinery life expectancy

– report findings

– use hand tools, portable power tools, specialist tools

and equipment

– work at height

– use access equipment

– complete and maintain records.

7.7 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to

effectively communicate within a team inspecting plant

or machinery for operational serviceability.

7.8 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used

when inspecting plant or machinery for operational

serviceability.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Inspecting plant or machinery for operational serviceability 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 Plant Installations – Hoist (Construction):

One of the following endorsements required:

Hoist rack and pinion goods

Hoist passenger/goods combined

Hoist rope operated goods

Hoist transport platform

Sector Subject Areas 5.2 Building and Construction

Availability for use Shared unit

Unit guided learning

hours

110

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Diagnosing faults in plant or machinery systems or components in the

workplace

Unit Number: H/615/1894

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

diagnosing faults in plant or

machinery systems or

components.

1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from

drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements,

risk assessments, workshop manuals, technical service

bulletins, parts manuals and manufacturers’

information.

1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived

from risk assessments and method statements.

1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to

report and rectify inappropriate information and

unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.

1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and

how they are interpreted in relation to:

– drawings, specifications, schedules, method

statements, risk assessments, manufacturers’

information and current regulations associated with

diagnosing faults in plant or machinery systems or

components.

2 Know how to comply with

relevant legislation and

official guidance when

diagnosing faults in plant or

machinery systems or

components.

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

diagnosing faults in plant or

machinery systems or

components.

3.1 Use health and safety control equipment and access

equipment (if applicable) safely to carry out the activity

in accordance with current legislation and organisational

requirements when diagnosing faults in plant or

machinery systems or components.

3.2 Comply with information relating to specific risks to

health when diagnosing faults in plant or machinery

systems or components.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Diagnosing faults in plant or machinery systems or components 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 diagnosing faults in plant or

machinery systems or components, 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

diagnose faults in plant or

machinery systems or

components.

4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to

materials, components, fixings, tools, equipment and

consumables.

4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,

limitations and defects associated with the resources in

relation to:

– hand tools, portable powered tools, specialist

diagnostic and testing 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, volume

and wastage associated with the method/procedure to

diagnose faults in plant and machinery systems and

components.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Diagnosing faults in plant or machinery systems or components 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

diagnosing faults in plant or

machinery systems or

components.

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

diagnosing faults in plant or

machinery systems or

components.

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

diagnose faults in plant or

machinery systems or

components to the required

specification.

7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when diagnosing

faults in plant or machinery systems or components:

– selecting, investigating, interrogating, observing,

listening, smelling, feeling, applying, identifying,

collecting, analysing, interpreting, diagnosing and

reporting.

7.2 Identify and diagnose functional and operational faults in

plant or machinery, systems or components to given working

instructions for four of the following:

– power unit

– transmission

– steering

– hydraulics

– pump

– brakes

– pneumatics

– electrical

– electronic

– operating ancillaries or attachments.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Diagnosing faults in plant or machinery systems or components in the

workplace

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

7 Continued 7.3 Complete functional, operational and safety checks on plant

or machinery systems or components, to given working

instructions.

7.4 Complete and maintain records when diagnosing faults in

plant or machinery systems or components.

7.5 Safely use and handle materials, hand tools, portable power

tools, specialist diagnostic and testing tools and ancillary

equipment.

7.6 Safely store the materials, tools and equipment used when

diagnosing faults in plant or machinery systems or

components.

7.7 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices, follow

procedures, report problems and establish the authority

needed to rectify them, to:

– collect and collate information from operators and users

on symptoms and problems

– consider information from existing records

– analyse information to define the diagnosis start point

– investigate and establish the most likely causes of the

faults

– observe the operational functions of plant and machinery

components and systems

– interpret sounds and smells

– collect and analyse data from diagnostic aids; multimeters, pressure and flow gauges, computers, test lamps,

portable appliance testing equipment and other specialist

tools and equipment

– identify faults and determine the cause

– determine and suggest repair requirements for faults in

power units, transmissions, steering, hydraulic systems,

pumps, brakes, pneumatic systems, electrical systems,

electronic components and operating ancillaries and

attachments

– categorise faults by type (continual, intermittent or

breakdown)

– apply situational awareness to select routine and nonroutine fault diagnosis procedures

– determine the implications of faults for other work and

the operational safety of the plant or machinery

– report, mark, tag and place notices on plant and

machinery systems and components deemed hazardous

– use hand tools, specialist diagnostic and testing tools,

portable power tools and equipment

– work at height

– use access equipment

– complete and maintain records.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Diagnosing faults in plant or machinery systems or components in the

workplace

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

7 continued 7.8 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to

effectively communicate within a team when diagnosing

faults in plant or machinery systems or components.

7.9 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used

when diagnosing faults in plant or machinery systems or

components.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Diagnosing faults in plant or machinery systems or components 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 Plant Installations – Hoists (Construction):

Four of the following endorsements required:

Power unit

Transmission

Steering hydraulic

Pump

Brake

Pneumatic

Electrical

Electronic

Operating ancillaries and attachments

Sector Subject Areas 5.2 Building and Construction

Availability for use Shared unit

Unit guided learning

hours

110

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Installing plant or machinery for operational activities in the workplace

Unit Number: L/615/1887

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 plant or

machinery for operational

activities.

1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from

drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements,

risk assessments, installation manuals and

manufacturers’ information.

1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived

from risk assessments and method statements.

1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to

report and rectify inappropriate information and

unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.

1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and

how they are interpreted in relation to:

– drawings, specifications, schedules, method

statements, risk assessments, installation manuals

manufacturers’ information and current regulations

associated with the installation of plant and

machinery.

2 Know how to comply with

relevant legislation and

official guidance when

installing plant or

machinery for operational

activities.

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

installing plant or

machinery for operational

activities.

3.1 Use health and safety control equipment and access

equipment (if applicable) safely to carry out the activity

in accordance with current legislation and organisational

requirements when installing plant or machinery for

operational activities.

3.2 Comply with information relating to specific risks to

health when installing plant or machinery for

operational activities.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Installing plant or machinery for operational activities 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 installing plant or machinery

for operational activities 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

install plant or machinery

for operational activities.

4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to

materials, components, fixings, tools, equipment and

consumables.

4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability

limitations and defects associated with the resources in

relation to:

– lifting accessories

– fastening, ties, anchors and fixings

– consumables

– measuring and levelling equipment

– hand tools, portable 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, volume, area

and wastage associated with the method/procedure to

install plant or machinery for operational activities.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Installing plant or machinery for operational activities in the workplace

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

5 Minimise the risk of damage

to the work and

surrounding area when

installing plant or machinery

for operational activities.

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 plant or machinery

for operational activities.

6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the

allocated time.

6.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and

explain why deadlines should be kept in relation to:

– types of progress charts, timetables and estimated

times

– organisational procedures for reporting

circumstances which will affect the work

programme.

7 Comply with the given

contract information to

install plant or machinery

for operational activities to

the required specification.

7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing

plant or machinery for operational activities:

– measuring, marking, aligning, laying, levelling,

plumbing, adjusting, fitting, connecting, fixing,

fastening and securing.

7.2 Install plant or machinery to given working instructions for

one of the following types:

– crane (mobile or ringer)

– tower crane

– hoist (passenger, goods or building maintenance units)

– rig (demolition, piling or drilling)

– excavation or vacuum plant or machinery

– batching, mixing or blending plants

– crushing or screening plants

– power generation equipment

– pump

– climate management machines

– concrete placing boom.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Installing plant or machinery for operational activities in the workplace

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

7 continued 7.3 Complete functional, operational and safety checks on

plant or machinery, to given working instructions.

7.4 Complete and maintain records when installing plant or

machinery for operational activities.

7.5 Safely use and handle materials, hand tools, portable

power tools, measuring instruments and ancillary

equipment.

7.6 Safely store the materials, tools and equipment used

when installing plant or machinery for operational

activities.

7.7 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices, follow

procedures, report problems and establish the authority

needed to rectify them, to:

– install plant and machinery; mobile and ringer cranes,

tower cranes, passenger and goods hoists, piling and

drilling rigs, excavation plant or machinery, batching plants,

crushing and screening plants, power generation

equipment, pumps, climate management machines

– assess suitability of conditions for installation

requirements (site layout, location, availability of space,

levels, prevailing weather conditions)

– operate and control lifting equipment and lifting aids

– confirm the integrity of lifting accessories

– consider the resources required for the installation of

plant and machinery

– confirm parts, components, attachments, accessories are

available to complete the installation

– secure plant and machinery parts and components for

movement and lifting into position

– align, attach and secure plant and machinery parts and

components (tied in, pinned, clamped, bolted and

screwed)

– fixing plant or machinery to load bearing structures

– install and test anchors and ties

– route, lay, connect and secure cables, pipes and hoses

– connect power supplies

– make adjustments to ensure optimum operational

function

– liaise with client, customer or their representatives

– deal with damages and defects that can occur during

installation, misaligned components, cracked casings and

housings, leaks, scoring and marking of parts and

components and breakages

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Installing plant or machinery for operational activities in the workplace

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

7 Continued 7.7 – confirm installation functionality meets quality

expectations

– complete functional operational and safety checks

– use hand tools, portable power tools and

equipment

– work at height

– use access equipment

– complete and maintain records.

7.8 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to

effectively communicate within a team when installing

plant or machinery for operational activities.

7.9 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used

when installing plant or machinery for operational

activities.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Installing plant or machinery for operational activities 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 Plant Installations – Hoist

(Construction):

One of the following endorsements required:

Hoist rack and pinion goods

Hoist passenger/goods combined

Hoist rope operated goods

Hoist transport platform

Sector Subject Area 5.2 Building and Construction

Availability for use Shared unit

Unit guided learning hours 180

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Preparing and operating hoists to lift and transfer loads in the workplace

Unit Number: Y/508/6483

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

1 Interpret the given

information relating to the

preparation and use of hoists

to lift and transfer loads.

1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from drawings,

specifications, schedules, method statements, lift plans, risk

assessments and manufacturers’ information.

1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived from

risk assessments and method statements.

1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to report

and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable

resources and how they are implemented.

1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and how

they are interpreted in relation to:

– drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements,

risk assessments, manufacturers’ information and current

regulations governing the operation of hoists to lift and

transfer loads.

2 Organise with others the

sequence and operation in

which lifting and transferring

operations using hoist are to

be carried out.

2.1 Organise the work according to given information or

instructions.

2.2 Describe how to communicate ideas between team

members.

2.3 Organise and communicate with team members and other

associated occupations.

2.4 Describe how to organise resources prior to and during hoist

operations.

3 Know how to comply with

relevant legislation and official

guidance when lifting and

transferring loads using hoists.

3.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential accidents,

health hazards and the environment whilst working:

– in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces,

at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and

substances, with movement/storage of materials and by

manual handling and mechanical lifting.

3.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for tools,

equipment and personal belongings in relation to site,

workplace, company and operative.

3.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and who

is responsible for making reports.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Preparing and operating hoists to lift and transfer loads in the workplace

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

4 Maintain safe and healthy

working practices when

preparing for and carrying out

lifting and transferring

operations using hoists.

4.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and comply

with the methods of work to carry out the activity in

accordance with legislation and organisational requirements

during hoist operations.

4.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and relevant

legislation when carrying out hoist operations in relation to

two or more of the following:

– safe use and storage of plant or machinery

– safe use and storage of tools and equipment

– safe use and storage of lifting accessories

– specific risks to health.

4.3 Explain why and when health and safety control equipment,

identified by the principles of protection, should be used,

relating to hoist use, and the types, purpose and limitations

of each type, the work situation and general work

environment, in relation to:

– collective protective measures

– personal protective equipment (PPE)

– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)

– local exhaust ventilation (LEV).

4.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control

equipment should be used in accordance with the given

working instructions.

4.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in

accordance with organisational authorisation and personal

skills when involved with fires, spillages, injuries and other

task-related activities.

5 Request and select the

required quantity and quality

of resources to prepare for

and carry out lifting and

transferring operations using

hoists.

5.1 Request and select resources associated with hoists in

relation to consumables, materials, tools, ancillary equipment

and/or accessories.

5.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,

limitations and defects associated with the resources, and

how they should be used correctly, relating to:

– consumables, lubricants and fuels

– attachments and lifting accessories

– hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories.

5.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly and

how problems associated with the resources are reported.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Preparing and operating hoists to lift and transfer loads in the workplace

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

5 Continued 5.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been

developed and how they are used for the selection of

required resources.

5.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the resources

and method of work.

5.6 Describe how to identify weight, quantity, length and area

associated with the method/procedures to carry out lifting

and transferring operations with hoists.

6 Minimise the risk of damage

to the work and surrounding

area when preparing to and

lifting and transferring loads.

6.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage in

accordance with safe working practices and organisational

procedures.

6.2 Prevent damage and maintain a clean work space.

6.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.

6.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the purpose

of protection in relation to general workplace activities, other

occupations and adverse weather conditions.

6.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out safely

in accordance with environmental responsibilities,

organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information,

statutory regulations and official guidance.

7 Complete the work within the

allocated time when preparing

to and lifting and transferring

loads.

7.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the allocated

time.

7.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and describe

why deadlines should be kept in relation to:

– types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times

– organisational procedures for reporting circumstances

which will affect the work programme.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Preparing and operating hoists to lift and transfer loads in the workplace

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

8 Comply with the given

contract information to lift

and transfer loads using hoists

to the required specification.

8.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when preparing for,

lifting and transferring loads using hoists:

– checking, adjusting, communicating, operating,

manoeuvring, positioning, lifting, transferring and setting

down.

8.2 Use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or

accessories.

8.3 Prepare, set up and operate hoists to lift and transfer a

variety of loads and personnel (where applicable), at various

levels or heights, to given working instructions.

8.4 Shut down and secure hoists.

8.5 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices, follow

procedures, report problems and establish authority needed to

rectify, to:

– identify the characteristics of the hoist for the lifting operation

– identify valid certification for maintenance, inspection and

thorough examination

– lift and transfer people

– carry out function checks for lifting and transferring loads

– prepare, set up and reconfigure for various loads and locations

– carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability,

safety and security of the work and surrounding area

8.6 – identify characteristics, type, weight and position of loads for

lifting and transferring

– recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge

are required and report accordingly

– secure and balance loads for lifting

– lift and transfer loads

– position, place and set down loads

– confirm load stability, security and release

– attach and remove guide ropes and aids

– be on the public highway

– shut down and isolate the hoist

– use hand tools and ancillary equipment

– use, handle and store lifting accessories.

8.7 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to

effectively communicate within a team when preparing for

and lifting and transferring loads.

8.8 Describe how to maintain the plant and machinery, hand

tools, ancillary equipment and accessories used to lift and

transfer loads.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Preparing and operating hoists to lift and transfer loads in the workplace

Additional information about this unit

Assessment

Guidance

This unit must be assessed in a work environment and in accordance with the

ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated Assessment Strategy for Construction and

the Built Environment.

Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry experience and a

sufficient depth of relevant occupational expertise and knowledge, and must

use a combination of assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated

Assessment Strategy.

Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.

This unit must be assessed against the endorsements detailed within the NVQ

Structure.

ProQual Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Installations – Hoists (Construction):

One of the following endorsements required:

Hoist rack and pinion goods

Hoist passenger/goods combined

Hoist rope operated goods

Hoist transport platform.

Sector subject

area

5.2 Building and Construction

Availability for

use

Shared unit

Unit guided

learning hours

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Handing over plant or machinery to the control of others in the workplace

Unit Number: K/615/1895

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

handing over plant or

machinery to the control of

others.

1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from

drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements,

risk assessments and manufacturers’ information.

1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived

from risk assessments and method statements.

1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to

report and rectify inappropriate information and

unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.

1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and

how they are interpreted in relation to:

– drawings, specifications, schedules, method

statements, risk assessments, manufacturers’

information and current regulations associated with

the operation and use of plant and machinery.

2 Know how to comply with

relevant legislation and

official guidance when

handing over plant or

machinery to the control of

others.

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

handing over plant or

machinery to the control of

others.

3.1 Use health and safety control equipment and access

equipment (if applicable) safely to carry out the activity

in accordance with current legislation and organisational

requirements when handing over plant or machinery to

the control of others.

3.2 Comply with information relating to specific risks to

health when handing over plant or machinery to the

control of others.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Handing over plant or machinery to the control of others 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 handing over plant or

machinery to the control of others 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

hand over plant or

machinery to the control of

others.

4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to

tools, equipment and consumables.

4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,

limitations and defects associated with the resources in

relation to:

– consumables

– literature, forms and documents

– hand tools, portable 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 hand

over plant and machinery to others.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Handing over plant or machinery to the control of others 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

handing over plant or

machinery to the control of

others.

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

handing over plant or

machinery to the control of

others.

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

hand over plant or

machinery to the control of

others to the required

specification.

7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when handing over

plant or machinery to the control of others:

– liaising, explaining, presenting, demonstrating,

instructing, confirming, communicating and assessing.

7.2 Explain and demonstrate the operation of plant or

machinery to given working instructions in order to

hand over control to others.

7.3 Complete and maintain records when handing over

plant or machinery to the control of others.

7.4 Safely use and handle materials, hand tools, portable

power tools and ancillary equipment.

7.5 Safely store the materials, tools and equipment used

when handing over plant or machinery to the control of

others.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Handing over plant or machinery to the control of others in the workplace

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

7 continued 7.6 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,

follow procedures, report problems and establish the

authority needed to rectify them, to:

– liaise with customers, hirers, colleagues and end

users

– clearly define the moment of transferred

responsibility

– assess and confirm the condition of plant and

machinery

– confirm the suitability of the handover environment

– prepare plant or machinery for explanation and

demonstration

– instruct users and operators in the operation, safety

and emergency requirements

– demonstrate the operation of plant and machinery

– explain statutory requirements, inspection,

maintenance, report of thorough examination, tests

and certification

– present and explain documentation: safety

literature, operating instructions and operator forms

– complete and register the handover: forms,

checklists, confirmation, acceptance and receipt

forms

– explain the availability of technical support,

guidance, information, advice, breakdown, call out,

guarantees, warranties and replacement

– communicate in a way that maintains goodwill

– use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment

– work at height

– use access equipment

– complete and maintain records.

7.7 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to

effectively communicate within a team when handing

over plant or machinery to the control of others.

7.8 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used

when handing over plant or machinery to the control of

others.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Handing over plant or machinery to the control of others 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 Plant Installations – Hoists (Construction):

One of the following endorsements required:

Hoist rack and pinion goods

Hoist passenger/goods combined

Hoist rope operated goods

Hoist transport platform

Sector

Subject Area

5.2 Building and Construction

Availability

for use

Shared unit

Unit guided

learning

hours

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Providing technical information, advice and guidance to users of plant or

machinery in the workplace

Unit Number: Y/615/1987

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

providing technical

information, advice and

guidance to users of plant

or machinery.

1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from

drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements,

risk assessments and manufacturers’ information.

1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived

from risk assessments and method statements.

1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to

report and rectify inappropriate information and

unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.

1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and

how they are interpreted in relation to:

– drawings, specifications, schedules, method

statements, risk assessments, manufacturers’

information and current regulations associated with

the operation and use of plant and machinery.

2 Know how to comply with

relevant legislation and

official guidance when

providing technical

information, advice and

guidance to users of plant

or machinery.

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

providing technical

information, advice and

guidance to users of plant

or machinery.

3.1 Use health and safety control equipment and access

equipment (if applicable) safely to carry out the activity

in accordance with current legislation and organisational

requirements when providing technical information,

advice and guidance to users of plant or machinery.

3.2 Comply with information relating to specific risks to

health when providing technical information, advice and

guidance to users of plant or machinery.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Providing technical information, advice and guidance to users of plant or

machinery 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 providing technical information, advice and

guidance to users of plant or machinery, 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

provide technical

information, advice and

guidance to users of plant

or machinery.

4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to

materials, components, tools, equipment and

consumables.

4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,

limitations and defects associated with the resources in

relation to:

– consumables

– literature, forms and documents

– hand and/or portable 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

provide technical information, advice and guidance to

users of plant and machinery.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Providing technical information, advice and guidance to users of plant or

machinery 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

providing technical

information, advice and

guidance to users of plant

or machinery.

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

providing technical

information, advice and

guidance to users of plant

or machinery.

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

provide technical

information, advice and

guidance to users of plant

or machinery to the

required specification.

7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when providing

technical information, advice and guidance to users of

plant or machinery:

– interpreting, analysing, explaining, advising,

confirming, answering, replacing, referring and

informing.

7.2 Provide technical information and advice to given

working instructions for operators of plant or machinery

for two of the following:

– at breakdown

– on handover

– on request

– under terms of contract, guarantee, warranty or hire

agreement

– on recall

– modification or alteration.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Providing technical information, advice and guidance to users of plant or

machinery in the workplace

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

7 Continued 7.3 Complete and maintain records when providing

technical information, advice and guidance to users of

plant or machinery.

7.4 Safely use and handle materials, hand tools, portable

power tools and ancillary equipment.

7.6 Safely store the materials, tools and equipment used

when providing technical information, advice and

guidance to users of plant or machinery.

7.6 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,

follow procedures, report problems and establish the

authority needed to rectify them, to:

– provide information advice and guidance to users

and operators: on handover, at breakdowns, on

request, under terms of contract, guarantee,

warranty or hire agreement and for manufacturers’

recall

– explain the information, advice and guidance

available

– use situational awareness to interpret the

information and advice required

– analyse the information available to provide

answers

– refer to other sources of information: colleagues,

multi media

– source and supply replacement literature and

documentation

– inform on progress

– provide information, advice and guidance in a

manner that maintains goodwill

– confirm the information, advice and guidance given

is appropriate

– use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment

– work at height

– use access equipment

– complete and maintain records.

7.7 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to

effectively communicate within a team when providing

technical information, advice and guidance to users of

plant or machinery.

7.8 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used

when providing technical information, advice and

guidance to users of plant or machinery.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Providing technical information, advice and guidance to users of plant or

machinery 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 Plant Installations – Hoist (Construction):

Two of the following endorsements required:

Breakdown

Handover

Request

Contract/guarantee/warranty/hire agreement

Recall

Modification/alteration

Sector

Subject

Areas

5.2 Building and Construction

Availability

for use

Shared unit

Unit guided

learning

hours

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Configuring plant or machinery for specific operational activities in the

workplace

Unit Number: R/615/1986

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

configuring plant or

machinery for specific

operational activities.

1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from

drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements,

risk assessments, workshop manuals, technical service

bulletins, parts manuals and manufacturers’

information.

1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived

from risk assessments and method statements.

1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to

report and rectify inappropriate information and

unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.

1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and how

they are interpreted in relation to:

– drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements,

risk assessments, workshop manuals, technical service

bulletins, parts manuals, manufacturers’ information and

current regulations associated with the configuration of

plant and machinery.

2 Know how to comply with

relevant legislation and

official guidance when

configuring plant or

machinery for specific

operational activities.

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

configuring plant or

machinery for specific

operational activities.

3.1 Use health and safety control equipment and access

equipment (if applicable) safely to carry out the activity

in accordance with current legislation and organisational

requirements when configuring plant or machinery for

specific operational activities.

3.2 Comply with information relating to specific risks to

health when configuring plant or machinery for specific

operational activities.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Configuring plant or machinery for specific operational activities 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 configuring plant or

machinery for specific operational activities 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

configure plant or

machinery for specific

operational activities.

4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to

materials, components, fixings, tools, equipment and

consumables.

4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,

limitations and defects associated with the resources in

relation to:

– consumables

– fixings and fittings

– hand tools, portable powered 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, volume, area

and wastage associated with the method/procedure to

configure plant or machinery for specific operational

activities.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Configuring plant or machinery for specific operational activities 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

configuring plant or

machinery for specific

operational activities.

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

configuring plant or

machinery for specific

operational activities.

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

configure plant or

machinery for specific

operational activities to the

required specification.

7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when configuring plant

or machinery for specific operational activities:

– measuring, marking, aligning, fitting, adjusting, fixing,

fastening and securing.

7.2 Configure plant or machinery for specific operational activities

to given working instructions for two of the following:

– attachments

– ancillaries

– fire prevention (spark arrestors)

– structural support (anchors and ties)

– safety (restricted movement, passage or access, warning

alarms, notices, lights or governors)

– contaminant reduction (noise, gases, fluids)

– carriage of ancillaries or additional equipment

– rail and trackside

– cutting equipment (blade or teeth angles and aspects)

– additions (publicity boards, notices, lights)

– machine control (laser measurement or guidance, global

positioning system)

– productivity measurement (weigh load sensors,

compaction sensors).

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Configuring plant or machinery for specific operational activities in the

workplace

Learning outcomes

The learner will be able to:

Assessment criteria

The learner can:

7 Continued 7.3 Complete functional, operational and safety checks on

plant or machinery, to given working instructions.

7.4 Complete and maintain records when configuring plant

or machinery for specific operational activities.

7.5 Safely use materials, hand tools, portable power tools

and ancillary equipment.

7.6 Safely store the materials, tools and equipment used

when configuring plant or machinery for specific

operational activities.

7.7 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices, follow

procedures, report problems and establish the authority

needed to rectify them, to:

– assess requirements for configuration

– validate appropriate ways in which the work should be

carried out

– configure plant and machinery for the following:

attachments, ancillaries, fire prevention (spark arrestors),

structural support (anchors and ties), safety (restricted

movement, passage or access, warning alarms, notices,

lights or governors), contaminant reduction (noise, gases,

fluids), carriage of ancillaries or additional equipment, rail

and trackside work, cutting equipment (blade or teeth

angles, coatings, dressings and aspects), additions

(publicity boards, notices, lights), machine control (laser

measurement and guidance, global positioning system),

productivity measurement (weigh load sensors,

compaction sensors)

– ensure the required parameters are achieved for the

specific operational activity

– liaise with operators, customers, clients and their

representatives

– use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary

equipment

– work at height

– use access equipment

– complete and maintain records.

7.8 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to

effectively communicate within a team when

configuring plant or machinery for specific operational

activities.

7.9 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used

when configuring plant or machinery for specific

operational activities.

Units – Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

ProQual, August 2016

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations – Hoist (Construction)

Title: Configuring plant or machinery for specific operational activities 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 Plant Installations – Hoist (Construction)

Two of the following endorsements required:

Attachments

Ancillaries

Fire prevention

Structural support

Safety measures

Contaminant reduction

Carriage of ancillaries/additional equipment

Rail and trackside

Cutting equipment

Additions (e.g. publicity boards, notices, lights) Machine control

Productivity measurement

Sector Subject

Areas

5.2 Building and Construction

Availability for use Shared unit

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