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Introduction
The aim of this qualification is to recognise the knowledge, skills and competence of
individuals who work in this specialised area of the construction industry. This qualification
enables learners to gain recognition for their skills and the potential to take on more
responsibility in the workplace.
The awarding organisation for this qualification is ProQual AB. This qualification is regulated
by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) and the Council for the
Curriculum Examinations and Assessment (CCEA) Regulation. The Regulated Qualifications
Framework (RQF) includes those qualifications regulated by Ofqual and CCEA Regulation.
Qualification Profile
Qualification title ProQual Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations
(Construction)
Ofqual qualification number 603/7178/X
Level Level 3
Total qualification time 1670 hours
Guided learning hours 557
Assessment
Pass or fail
Internally assessed and verified by centre staff
External quality assurance by ProQual verifiers
Qualification start date 22/2/2021
Qualification end date
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.
Centres should carry out an initial assessment of candidate skills and knowledge to identify
any gaps and help plan the assessment.
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Qualification Structure
Candidates must complete all of the Mandatory Units in one of the pathways:
Pathway 1 – Roof Slater
Pathway 2 – Roof Slater and Tiler
Pathway 3 – Roof Tiler
Pathway 1 – Roof Slater
Mandatory Units – complete all units
Unit
Reference
Number
Unit Title Unit
Level GLH CITB Ref (for
info only)
A/503/2772 Confirming Work Activities and Resources for an
Occupational Work Area in the Workplace 3 33 209v2
M/503/2915 Developing and Maintaining Good Occupational Working
Relationships in the Workplace 5 27 210v2
R/503/2924 Confirming the Occupational Method of Work in the
Workplace 3 37 211v2
M/508/6537 Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the
workplace 1 7 641
T/618/6410 Installing underlay, battens and roofing components in the
workplace 2 37 272v2
A/618/6411 Installing pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs in the
workplace 2 33 273v2
F/618/6412 Installing double-lap artificial roof slates in the workplace 2 33 277v2
J/618/6413 Installing natural roof slate to mitred and vertical roof
details in the workplace
Unit Endorsements:
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
3 100 278v2
L/618/6414 Installing random natural roof slates with diminishing
margins in the workplace
Unit Endorsements:
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
3 100 279v2
R/618/6415 Stripping and reclaiming roof coverings in the workplace 2 50 280v2
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Pathway 2 – Roof Slater and Tiler
Mandatory Units – complete all units
Unit
Reference
Number
Unit Title Unit
Level GLH
CITB Ref
(for info
only)
A/503/2772 Confirming Work Activities and Resources for an
Occupational Work Area in the Workplace 3 33 209v2
M/503/2915 Developing and Maintaining Good Occupational Working
Relationships in the Workplace 5 27 210v2
R/503/2924 Confirming the Occupational Method of Work in the
Workplace 3 37 209v2
M/508/6537 Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the
workplace 1 7 641
T/618/6410 Installing underlay, battens and roofing components in the
workplace 2 37 272v2
A/618/6411 Installing pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs in the
workplace 2 33 273v2
Y/618/6416 Installing single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge in the
workplace
Unit Endorsements:
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
2 43 274v2
D/618/6417 Installing plain tile roof coverings in the workplace
Unit Endorsements:
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
2 57 275v2
F/618/6412 Installing double-lap artificial roof slates in the workplace 2 33 277v2
J/618/6413 Installing natural roof slate to mitred and vertical roof details
in the workplace
Unit Endorsements:
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
3 100 278v2
L/618/6414 Installing random natural roof slates with diminishing
margins in the workplace
Unit Endorsements:
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
3 100 279v2
R/618/6415 Stripping and reclaiming roof coverings in the workplace 2 50 280v2
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Pathway 3 – Roof Tiler
Mandatory Units – complete all units
Unit
Reference
Number
Unit Title Unit
Level GLH
CITB
Ref. No
(for info
only)
A/503/2772 Confirming Work Activities and Resources for an
Occupational Work Area in the Workplace 3 33 209v2
M/503/2915 Developing and Maintaining Good Occupational Working
Relationships in the Workplace 5 27 210v2
R/503/2924 Confirming the Occupational Method of Work in the
Workplace 3 37 211v2
M/508/6537 Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the
workplace 1 7 641
T/618/6410 Installing underlay, battens and roofing components in the
workplace 2 37 272v2
A/618/6411 Installing pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs in the
workplace 2 33 273v2
R/618/6415 Stripping and reclaiming roof coverings in the workplace 2 50 280v2
H/618/6418 Installing single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge in the
workplace
Unit Endorsements:
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
2 33 282v2
K/618/6419 Installing double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof
details in the workplace
Unit Endorsements:
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
3 100 286v2
D/618/6420 Installing single and double lap roof tiles to mitred and
vertical roof details in the workplace
Unit Endorsements:
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
3 100 688v1
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Centre Requirements
Centres must be approved to offer this qualification. If your centre is not approved please
complete and submit form ProQual Additional Qualification Approval Application.
Staff
Staff delivering this qualification must be appropriately qualified and occupationally
competent.
Assessors/Internal Quality Assurance
For each competence-based unit centres must be able to provide at least one assessor and
one internal quality assurance verifier who are suitably qualified for the specific
occupational area. Assessors and internal quality assurance verifiers for competence-based
units or qualifications will normally need to hold appropriate assessor or verifier
qualifications, such as:
- Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment
- Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement
- Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
- Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practices
- Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and
Practices
Support for Candidates
Materials produced by centres to support candidates should:
- enable them to track their achievements as they progress through the learning
outcomes and assessment criteria;
- provide information on where ProQual’s policies and procedures can be viewed;
- provide a means of enabling Internal and External Quality Assurance staff to
authenticate evidence
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Assessment
Candidates must demonstrate the level of knowledge described in the unit. Assessment is
the process of measuring a candidate’s knowledge and understanding against the standards
set in the qualification.
Each candidate is required to produce evidence which demonstrates their achievement of
all of the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for each unit.
Evidence can include: – assignments/projects/reports
– worksheets
– portfolio of evidence
– record of oral and/or written questioning
– candidate test papers
Learning outcomes set out what a candidate is expected to know, understand or be able to
do.
Assessment criteria specify the standard a candidate must meet to show the learning
outcome has been achieved.
Learning outcomes and assessment criteria for this qualification can be found from page 10.
Internal Quality Assurance
An internal quality assurance verifier confirms that assessment decisions made in centres
are made by competent and qualified assessors, that they are the result of sound and fair
assessment practice and that they are recorded accurately and appropriately.
Adjustments to Assessment
Adjustments to standard assessment arrangements are made on the individual needs of
candidates. ProQual’s Reasonable Adjustments Policy and Special Consideration Policy sets
out the steps to follow when implementing reasonable adjustments and special
considerations and the service that ProQual provides for some of these arrangements.
Centres should contact ProQual for further information or queries about the contents of the
policy.
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Results Enquiries and Appeals
All enquiries relating to assessment or other decisions should be dealt with by centres, with
reference to ProQual’s Enquiries and Appeals Procedures.
Certification
Candidates who achieve the required credits for qualifications will be awarded:
- A certificate listing the unit achieved with its related credit value, and
- A certificate giving the full qualification title –
ProQual Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
Claiming certificates
Centres may claim certificates for candidates who have been registered with ProQual and
who have successfully achieved the required number of credits for a qualification. All
certificates will be issued to the centre for successful candidates.
Replacement certificates
If a replacement certificate is required a request must be made to ProQual in writing.
Replacement certificates are labelled as such and are only provided when the claim has
been authenticated. Refer to the Fee Schedule for details of charges for replacement
certificates.
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Title: Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace.
Unit Number: M/508/6537
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Comply with all workplace
health, safety and welfare
legislation requirements.
1.1 Comply with information from workplace inductions and any
health, safety and welfare briefings attended relevant to the
occupational area.
1.2 Use health and safety control equipment safely to carry out
the activity in accordance with legislation and organisational
requirements.
1.3 Comply with statutory requirements, safety notices and
warning notices displayed within the workplace and/or on
equipment.
1.4 State why and when health and safety control equipment,
identified by the principles of protection, should be used
relating to types, purpose and limitations of each type, the
work situation, occupational use and the general work
environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV).
1.5 State how the health and safety control equipment relevant
to the work should be used in accordance with the given
instructions.
1.6 State which types of health, safety and welfare legislation,
notices and warning signs are relevant to the occupational
area and associated equipment.
1.7 State why health, safety and welfare legislation, notices and
warning signs are relevant to the occupational area.
1.8 State how to comply with control measures that have been
identified by risk assessments and safe systems of work.
2 Recognise hazards
associated with the
workplace that have not
been previously controlled
and report them in
accordance with
organisational procedures.
2.1 Report any hazards created by changing circumstances
within the workplace in accordance with organisational
procedures.
2.2 List typical hazards associated with the work environment
and occupational area in relation to resources, substances,
asbestos, equipment, obstructions, storage, services and
work activities.
2.3 List the current Health and Safety Executive top ten safety
risks.
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Title: Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace.
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
2 continued 2.4 List the current Health and Safety Executive top five
health risks.
2.5 State how changing circumstances within the workplace
could cause hazards.
2.6 State the methods used for reporting changed
circumstances, hazards and incidents in the workplace.
3 Comply with organisational
policies and procedures to
contribute to health, safety
and welfare.
3.1 Interpret and comply with given instructions to maintain
safe systems of work and quality working practices.
3.2 Contribute to discussions by offering/providing
feedback relating to health, safety and welfare.
3.3 Contribute to the maintenance of workplace welfare
facilities in accordance with workplace welfare
procedures.
3.4 Safely store health and safety control equipment in
accordance with given instructions.
3.5 Dispose of waste and/or consumable items in
accordance with legislation.
3.6 State the organisational policies and procedures for
health, safety and welfare, in relation to:
– dealing with accidents and emergencies associated
with the work and environment
– methods of receiving or sourcing information
– reporting
– stopping work
– evacuation
– fire risks and safe exit procedures
– consultation and feedback.
3.7 State the appropriate types of fire extinguishers
relevant to the work.
3.8 State how and when the different types of fire
extinguishers are used in accordance with legislation
and official guidance.
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Title: Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace.
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Work responsibly to
contribute to workplace
health, safety and welfare
whilst carrying out work in
the relevant occupational
area.
4.1 Demonstrate behaviour which shows personal
responsibility for general workplace health, safety and
welfare.
4.2 State how personal behaviour demonstrates
responsibility for general workplace health, safety and
welfare, in relation to:
– recognising when to stop work in the face of serious
and imminent danger to self and/or others
– contributing to discussions and providing feedback
– reporting changed circumstances and incidents in
the workplace
– complying with the environmental requirements of
the workplace.
4.3 Give examples of how the behaviour and actions of
individuals could affect others within the workplace.
5 Comply with and support all
organisational security
arrangements and approved
procedures.
5.1 Provide appropriate support for security arrangements
in accordance with approved procedures:
– during the working day
– on completion of the day’s work
– for unauthorised personnel (other operatives and
the general public)
– for theft.
5.2 State how security arrangements are implemented in
relation to the workplace, the general public, site
personnel and resources.
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Title: Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace.
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment, in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
Sector Subject Area 05.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 7
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Title: Confirming work activities and resources for an occupational work area in the
workplace
Unit Number: A/503/2772
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Identify work activities,
assess required resources
and plan the sequence of
work.
1.1 Identify work activities, assess required resources and
plan the sequence of work.
1.2 Identify work activities and formulate a plan for their
own sequence of work.
1.3 Explain the types of work relative to the occupational
area and how to identify different work activities.
1.4 Explain methods of assessing the resources needed
from a range of available information.
1.5 Explain the required information and the different
methods used to prepare a work programme relative to
the occupational area.
2 Obtain clarification and
advice where the resources
required are not available.
2.1 Seek advice and clarity from appropriate sources on resources
available and the alternatives that can be used for the work
when required resources are not available.
2.2 Explain the different sources and methods that can be used to
obtain clarification and advice when the required resources
are not available.
3 Evaluate the work activities
and the requirements of
any significant external
factors against the project
requirements.
3.1 Assess progress of work against project requirements, taking
into account external factors relating to:
– other occupations and /or customers
– resources
– weather conditions
– health and safety requirements.
3.2 Explain different methods of evaluating work activities against
the following project requirements:
– contract conditions
– contract programme
– health and safety requirements of operatives.
3.3 Evaluate the requirements of significant external factors that
could affect the progress of work, in relation to:
– other related programmes
– special working conditions
– weather conditions
– other occupations/people
– resources
– health and safety requirements.
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Title: Confirming work activities and resources for an occupational work area in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Identify work activities
which influence each other
and make the best use of
the resources available.
4.1 Determine work activities that have an influence on
each other.
4.2 Evaluate which work activities make the best use of
available resources in relation to:
– occupations and/or customers associated with the
work
– tools, plant and/or ancillary equipment
– materials and components.
4.3 Explain different methods and sources that can identify
which work activities influence each other.
4.4 Describe how to determine the sequence of work
activities and how long each work activity will take.
4.5 Describe what zero and low carbon requirements are.
4.6 Explain how work activities and different ways of using
resources can impact on zero and low carbon
requirements, and make a positive contribution to the
environment.
5 Identify changed
circumstances that require
alterations to the work
programme and justify them
to decision makers.
5.1 Evaluate project progress against the work programme
to identify any changed circumstances.
5.2 Inform line management and/or customers on the type
and extent of any required changes to the work
programme.
5.3 Explain how to identify possible alterations to the work
programme to meet changed circumstances relating to
action lists, method statements, duration, schedules
and/or occupation specific requirements.
5.4 Explain how to assess contractual/work effects resulting
from alterations to the work programme.
5.5 Explain the methods used to justify to decision makers
on the effects resulting from alterations to the work
programme.
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Title: Confirming work activities and resources for an occupational work area in the
workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment, in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
Subject Sector Area 05.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 33
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Title: Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships in the
workplace
Unit Number: M/503/2915
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Develop, maintain and
encourage working
relationships to promote
good will and trust.
1.1 Give appropriate advice and information to relevant
people about the occupational work activities and/or
associated occupations involved.
1.2 Apply the principles of equality and diversity by
considering the needs of individuals when working and
communicating with others.
1.3 Explain the methods and techniques used and personal
attributes required to encourage and maintain working
relationships that promote goodwill and trust with
relevant people.
1.4 Explain the principles of equality and diversity and how
to apply them when working and communicating with
others.
2 Inform relevant people
about work activities in an
appropriate level of detail,
with the appropriate level
of urgency.
2.1 Communicate on the following work activity
information to relevant people following organisational
procedures:
– appropriate timescales
– health and safety requirements
– co-ordination of work procedures.
2.2 Explain the different methods and techniques used to
inform relevant people about work activities.
2.3 Explain the effects of not informing relevant people
with the expected level of urgency.
2.4 Explain the different types of work activity related
information and to what level of detail the following
people would expect to receive:
– colleagues
– employers
– customers
– contractors
– suppliers of products and services
– other people affected by the work/project.
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Title: Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Offer advice and help to
relevant people about work
activities and encourage
questions/requests for
clarification and comments.
3.1 Give appropriate advice and information to relevant
people about the different methods of carrying out
occupational work activities to achieve the required
outcome.
3.2 Explain the techniques of encouraging questions
and/or requests for clarification and comments.
3.3 Explain the different ways of offering advice and help
to different people about work activities, in relation to:
– progress
– results
– achievements
– occupational problems
– occupational opportunities
– health and safety requirements
– co-ordinated work.
4 Clarify proposals with
relevant people and discuss
alternative suggestions.
4.1 Engage regular discussions with relevant people about
the occupational work activity and/or other
occupations involved.
4.2 Explain the methods of clarifying alternative proposals
with relevant people.
4.3 Explain the methods of suggesting alternative
proposals.
5 Resolve differences of
opinion in ways that
minimise offence and
maintain goodwill, trust and
respect.
5.1 Examine and agree the work activities that satisfy all
people involved and will meet the required outcome of
the proposed method of work.
5.2 Explain the methods and techniques used to resolve
differences of opinion in ways which minimise offence
and maintain goodwill, trust and respect.
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Title: Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships in the
workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment, in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
Sector Subject Areas 05.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 27
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Title: Confirming the occupational method of work in the workplace
Unit Number: R/503/2924
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Assess available project
data accurately to
determine the occupational
method of work.
1.1 Interpret and extract information from drawings,
specifications, schedules, manufacturer’s information,
methods of work, risk assessments and programmes of
work.
1.2 Explain how to summarise the following project data:
– required quantities
– specifications
– detailed drawings
– health and safety requirements
– timescales
– scope of works.
1.3 Explain the different methods of assessing available
project data.
1.4 Explain how to use project data to interpret the work
method, In relation to:
– standard work procedures
– sequence of work
– organisation of resources (people, equipment,
materials)
– work techniques
– working conditions (health, safety and welfare)
– risk assessment.
2 Obtain additional
information from
alternative sources in cases
where the available project
data is insufficient.
2.1 Collect and collate additional information from
alternative sources to clarify the work to be carried out.
2.3 Explain different methods and techniques of obtaining
additional information from the following alternative
sources when available project data is insufficient:
– customers or representatives
– suppliers
– regulatory authorities
– manufacturer’s literature.
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Title: Confirming the occupational method of work in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Identify work methods that
will make best use of
resources and meet project,
statutory and contractual
requirements.
3.1 Examine potential work methods to carry out the
occupational work activity.
3.2 Determine which work methods will make best use of
relevant resources and meet health and safety requirements
relating to technical and/or project criteria.
3.3 Explain how to identify work methods that make best use of
resources and meet project, statutory and contractual
requirements against technical criteria, in relation to:
– health and safety welfare (principles of protection)
– fire protection
– access and egress
– equipment availability
– availability of competent workforce
– pollution risk
– waste and disposal
– zero and low carbon outcomes
– weather conditions.
3.4 Explain how to identify work methods that make best use of
resources and meet project, statutory and contractual
requirements against project criteria, in relation to:
– conforming to statutory requirements
– customer and user needs
– contract requirements in terms of time, quantity and
quality
– environmental considerations.
3.5 Explain how different methods of work can achieve zero/low
carbon outcomes.
4 Confirm and communicate the
selected work method to
relevant personnel.
4.1 Confirm the selected occupational work method that meets
project, statutory and contractual requirements.
4.2 Communicate appropriately to relevant people on the
selected occupational work method.
4.3 Describe the different techniques and methods of confirming
and communicating work methods to relevant people.
4.4 Explain the principles of equality and diversity and how to
apply them when working and communicating with others.
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Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment, in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
Sector Subject Areas 05.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 37
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Title: Installing underlay, battens and roofing components in the workplace
Unit Number: T/618/6410
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 underlay, battens
and roofing components.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
oral/written working instructions, drawings,
specifications, method statements, risk assessments and
manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and method statement.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to
report and rectify inappropriate information and
unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and
how they are interpreted in relation to:
– oral/written working instructions, electronic data,
drawings, specifications, method statements, risk
assessments, manufacturers’ information,
organisational procedures and current regulations
governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing underlay, battens
and roofing components.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst
working:
– in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with
tools and equipment, with materials and substances,
with movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
installing underlay, battens
and roofing components.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when installing underlay,
battens and roofing components.
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Title: Installing underlay, battens and roofing components in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Continued 3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and
relevant legislation when installing underlay, battens
and roofing components in relation to the following:
– safe use of access equipment/working platforms
– safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools
and equipment
– specific risks to health
3.3 Explain why and when personal protective equipment
(PPE) health and safety control equipment, identified by
the principles of prevention, should be used, relating to
installing underlay, battens and roofing 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
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
install underlay, battens
and roofing components.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– underlay, battens, counter-battens, undercloak, verge
clips, eave ventilation systems and hip irons,
– hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported.
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been
developed and how they are used for the selection of
required resources.
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Title: Installing underlay, battens and roofing components in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Continued 4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to
install underlay, battens and roofing components
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
installing underlay, battens
and roofing 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
installing underlay, battens
and roofing 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 work schedules/diaries, progress charts,
timetables and estimated times
– organisational procedures for reporting
circumstances which will affect the work
programme.
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
install underlay, battens and
roofing components to the
required specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing
underlay, battens and roofing components:
– measuring, cutting, marking out, positioning and
fixing .
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary
equipment.
7.3 Set out battens to datum points and gauge.
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Title: Installing underlay, battens and roofing components in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Continued 7.4 Install materials and components to eaves, verges, hips,
ridges, valleys, abutments, openings, penetrations,
general areas and vertical surfaces to given working
instructions relating to the following for:
– underlay
– battens
– counter battens
– undercloaks
– eaves ventilation systems
– underlay support trays
– fire- breaks.
7.5 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the authority
needed to rectify them, to:
– assess suitability of sub-structure
– identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof
interface
– establish fixed points and determine the gauge to set out
and fix batten positions
– cut underlay, battens and roofing components to the
required size and shape
– fix underlay, battens and counter-battens, verge clips and
hip irons
– set out and determine overhang for wet and/or dry fix
systems
– fix undercloak for bedded verges and/or dry fix systems
– install underlay to openings (roof lights, windows) and
penetrations
– install underlay support trays and eaves ventilation
systems
– form fire-stops
– recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are
required and report accordingly
– recognise specific requirements for structures of special
interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical
significance
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment/working platforms.
7.6 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when installing
underlay, battens and roofing components.
7.7 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when installing underlay, battens and roofing
components.
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Title: Installing underlay, battens and roofing components in the workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment and in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
Sector Subject Area 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 37
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Title: Installing pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs in the workplace
Unit Number: A/618/6411
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 pre-formed
weathering flashings to
roofs.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
oral/written working instructions, drawings,
specifications, method statements, risk assessments and
manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and method statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to
report and rectify inappropriate information and
unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and
how they are interpreted in relation to:
– oral/written working instructions, electronic data,
drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments, manufacturers’
information, organisational procedures and current
regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing pre-formed
weathering flashings to
roofs.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents, health hazards and the environment, whilst
working:
– in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with
tools and equipment, with materials and substances,
with movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
installing pre-formed
weathering flashings to
roofs.
3.1 Use health and safety control safely and comply with the
methods of work to carry out the activity in accordance
with current legislation and organisational requirements
when installing pre-formed weathering flashings to
roofs.
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Title: Installing pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Continued 3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and
relevant legislation when installing pre-formed
weathering flashings to roofs in relation to the
following:
– safe use of access equipment/working platforms
– safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools
and equipment
– specific risks to health
3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of prevention,
should be used, relating to installing pre-formed
weathering flashings to roofs, and the types, purpose
and limitations of each type, the work situation and
general work environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
install pre-formed
weathering flashings to
roofs.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– pre-formed lead flashings, proprietary flashings,
soakers, patination fluids, pointing materials
– hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported.
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been
developed and how they are used for the selection of
required resources.
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Title: Installing pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Continued 4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity and length
associated with the method/procedure to install
weathering flashings to roofs.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
installing pre-formed
weathering flashings to
roofs.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out
safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and
official guidance
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
installing pre-formed
weathering flashings to
roofs.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and
explain why deadlines should be kept in relation to:
– types of work schedules/diaries, progress charts,
timetables and estimated times
– organisational procedures for reporting
circumstances which will affect the work
programme.
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Title: Installing pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
install pre-formed
weathering flashings to
roofs to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing
pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs:
– cutting, fitting, positioning, securing, dressing,
pointing and finishing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary
equipment
7.3 Install pre-formed lead and/or proprietary flashings to
single- and double-lap roof coverings, to given working
instructions, relating to the following:
– chimneys
– abutments
– soil and/or vent pipes
– junction saddles
– valleys
– openings (roof lights, windows).
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– assess suitability of sub-structure
– identify and report faults with sub-structure and
roof interfaces
– cut, fit and place lead and/or proprietary soakers
– cut and fit flashing materials to the required size and
shape
– install step flashings
– install valley liners and saddles
– install lead aprons, back gutters, soil and/or vent
pipe flashings
– install flashings to openings (roof lights, windows)
– dress flashings
– point/seal flashings
– apply patination fluid
– install proprietary flashings and weatherings
– recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are
required and report accordingly
– recognise specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment/working platforms.
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7.5 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when installing
pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when installing pre-formed weathering flashings to
roofs.
Title: Installing pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs in the workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment and in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
Sector Support Areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 33
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Title: Installing double-lap artificial roof slates in the workplace
Unit Number: F/618/6412
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
installing double-lap
artificial roof slates.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
oral/written working instructions, drawings,
specifications, method statements, risk assessments and
manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and method statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to
report and rectify inappropriate information and
unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and
how they are interpreted in relation to:
– oral/written working instructions, electronic data,
drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments, manufacturers’
information, organisational procedures and current
regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing double-lap
artificial roof slates.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents, health hazards and the environment, whilst
working:
– in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with
tools and equipment, with materials and substances,
with movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
installing double-lap
artificial roof slates.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of works to carry out the
activity in accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when installing double-lap
artificial roof slates.
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Title: Installing double-lap artificial roof slates in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Continued 3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and
relevant legislation when installing double-lap artificial
roof slates in relation to the following:
– safe use of access equipment/working platforms
– safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools
and equipment
– specific risks to health
3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of prevention
should be used, relating to installing double-lap artificial
roof slates, and the types, purpose and limitations of
each type, the work situation and general work
environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
install double-lap artificial
roof slates.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– double-lap artificial slates, fittings, fixings, ridge
and hip tiles, dry fix systems and ventilation
systems,
– hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported.
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been
developed and how they are used for the selection of
required resources.
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Title: Installing double-lap artificial roof slates in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Continued 4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to
install double-lap artificial roof slates.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
installing double-lap
artificial roof slates.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out
safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and
official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
installing double-lap
artificial roof slates.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and
explain why deadlines should be kept in relation to:
– types of work schedules/diaries, progress charts,
timetables and estimated times
– organisational procedures for reporting
circumstances which will affect the work
programme.
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
install double-lap artificial
roof slates to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing
double-lap artificial roof slates:
– measuring, setting out, marking out, cutting, fitting,
positioning, securing and finishing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary
equipment.
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Title: Installing double-lap artificial roof slates in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Continued 7.3 Install double-lap artificial slates and related fittings,
fixings and components to given working instructions,
using new materials for roofs with the following:
– general areas
– eaves and top course
– abutments
– openings (roof lights, windows)
– dry fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys.
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– assess suitability of sub-structure
– identify and report faults with sub-structure and
roof interfaces
– determine lap and gauge dimensions
– cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to
the required size and shape
– install undereaves, eaves and top course
– set out and install slates and components to eaves
and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings
(roof lights, windows), abutments, and general areas
– set out and install double-lap artificial roof slates to
vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings,
penetrations, internal and external corners
– install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level
ventilation
– form dry fix finishing details
– recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are
required and report accordingly
– recognise specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment/working platforms.
7.5 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when installing
double-lap artificial roof slates.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when installing double-lap artificial roof slates.
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Title: Installing double-lap artificial roof slates in the workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment and in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated
Sector Subject Areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 33
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
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Title: Installing natural roof slate to mitred and vertical roof details in the workplace
Unit Number: J/618/6413
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
installing natural roof slate
to mitred and vertical roof
details.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
oral/written working instructions, drawings,
specifications, method statements, risk assessments and
manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and method statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to
report and rectify inappropriate information and
unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and
how they are interpreted in relation to:
– oral/written working instructions, electronic data,
drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments, manufacturers’
information, organisational procedures and current
regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing natural roof slate
to mitred and vertical roof
details.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents, health hazards and the environment, whilst
working:
– in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with
tools and equipment, with materials and substances,
with movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
installing natural roof slate
to mitred and vertical roof
details.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when installing natural roof
slate to mitred and vertical roof details.
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Title: Installing natural roof slate to mitred and vertical roof details in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 continued 3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and
relevant legislation when installing natural roof slate to
mitred and vertical roof details in relation to the
following:
– safe use of access equipment/working platforms
– safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools
and equipment
– specific risks to health
3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of prevention
should be used, relating to installing natural roof slate
to mitred and vertical roof details, and the types,
purpose and limitations of each type, the work situation
and general work environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
install natural roof slate to
mitred and vertical roof
details.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– natural slates, fixings, soakers, ridge and hip tiles,
dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary
roofing grade mortar, and sand, cement and
additives
– hand tools, power tools and equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported.
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Title: Installing natural roof slate to mitred and vertical roof details in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 continued 4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been
developed and how they are used for the selection of
required resources.
4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to
install natural roof slate to mitred and vertical roof
details.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
installing natural roof slate
to mitred and vertical roof
details.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the purpose
of protection in relation to general workplace activities, other
occupations and adverse weather conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out safely
in accordance with environmental responsibilities,
organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information,
statutory regulations and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
installing natural roof slate
to mitred and vertical roof
details.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the allocated
time.
6.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and explain
why deadlines should be kept in relation to:
– types of work schedules/diaries, progress charts,
timetables and estimated times
– organisational procedures for reporting circumstances
which will affect the work programme.
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
install natural roof slate to
mitred and vertical roof
details to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing natural
roof slate to mitred and vertical roof details:
– measuring, setting out, marking out, grading, holing,
cutting, fitting, mixing, positioning, securing and finishing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary
equipment.
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Title: Installing natural roof slate to mitred and vertical roof details in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 continued 7.3 Install natural roof slates to battens and/or boards and
related fittings, fixings and components to given
working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed
materials for roofs with the following:
– general areas
– mitred hips
– mitred valleys
– vertical surfaces
– eaves and top course
– abutments
– openings (roof lights, windows)
– dry and/or wet fix verges and ridges.
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– assess suitability of sub-structure
– identify and report faults with sub-structure and
roof interfaces
– determine lap and gauge dimensions
– cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to
the required size and shape
– grade and hole slates
– fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
– set out and install slates and components to eaves
and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings
(roof lights, windows), abutments, vertical and
general areas
– form mitred hips and mitred valleys, including
measuring, cutting and fitting of soakers
– set out and install natural roof slates to vertical
surfaces including gable ends, openings,
penetrations, internal and external corners
– install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level
ventilation
– mix sand, cement and additives
– mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
– form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
– recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
– understand the effects on lap and gauge when using
reclaimed imperial sized slates
– recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are
required and report accordingly
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Title: Installing natural roof slate to mitred and vertical roof details in the workplace
Additional information about this unit
7 continued 7.4
cont
– recognise specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment/working platforms.
7.5 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when installing
regular sized natural roof slate to mitred and vertical
advanced roof details.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when installing natural roof slate to mitred and vertical
roof details.
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
43
Title: Installing natural roof slate to mitred and vertical roof details in the workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment and in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills ‘Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
This unit must be assessed against the endorsements detailed
within the relevant NVQ structure.
ProQual Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations
(Construction):
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
Sector Subject Areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 100
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
44
Title: Installing random natural roof slates with diminishing margins in the
workplace
Unit Number: L/618/6414
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
installing random natural
roof slates with diminishing
margins.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
oral/written working instructions, drawings,
specifications, method statements, risk assessments and
manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and method statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to
report and rectify inappropriate information and
unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and
how they are interpreted in relation to:
– oral/written working instructions, electronic data,
drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statement, risk assessments, manufacturers’
information, organisational procedures and current
regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing random natural
roof slates with diminishing
margins.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents, health hazards and the environment, whilst
working:
– in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with
tools and equipment, with materials and substances,
with movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
installing random natural
roof slates with diminishing
margins.
3.1 Use health and safety equipment safely and comply with
the methods of work to carry out the activity in
accordance with current legislation and organisational
requirements when installing random natural roof slates
with diminishing margins.
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
45
Title: Installing random natural roof slates with diminishing margins in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 continued 3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and
relevant legislation when installing random natural roof
slates with diminishing margins in relation to the
following:
– safe use of access equipment/working platforms
– safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools
and equipment
– specific risks to health
3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of prevention,
should be used, relating to installing random natural
roof slates with diminishing margins, and the types,
purpose and limitations of each type, the work situation
and general work environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV).
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
install random natural roof
slates with diminishing
margins.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– random sized natural slates, fixings, ridge and hip
tiles, boards, ventilation systems, proprietary
roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
– hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment.
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
46
Title: Installing random natural roof slates with diminishing margins in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 continued 4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported.
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been
developed and how they are used for the selection of
required resources.
4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to
install random natural roof slates with diminishing
margins.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
installing random natural
roof slates with diminishing
margins.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out
safely in accordance with environmental responsibilities,
organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information,
statutory regulations and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
installing random natural
roof slates with diminishing
margins.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and
explain why deadlines should be kept in relation to:
– types of work schedules/diaries, progress charts,
timetables and estimated times
– organisational procedures for reporting
circumstances which will affect the work
programme.
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
47
Title: Installing random natural roof slates with diminishing margins in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
install random natural roof
slates with diminishing
margins to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing
random natural roof slates with diminishing margins:
– measuring, grading, sizing and holing, setting out,
marking out, cutting, fitting, mixing, positioning,
securing and finishing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary
equipment.
7.3 Install, random sized (length and width) natural roof
slates (centre- and/or head-nailed) to battens and/or
boards, and related fittings, fixings and components to
given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed
materials for roofs with the following:
– general areas
– eaves and top course
– abutments
– openings (roof lights, windows)
– dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys.
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– assess suitability of sub-structure
– identify and report faults with sub-structure and
roof interfaces
– determine lap and gauge dimensions
– cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to
the required size and shape
– grade, size and hole slates
– fix slatesto battens or direct to boarded areas
– maintain head laps for diminishing courses
– maintain side laps for random width slates
– recognise the relationship between head and side
lap, roof pitch and geographical location
– set out and install random sized (length and width)
natural roof slates (centre-nailed and/or headnailed), to battens and/or boards, fittings and
components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge,
hips, valleys, openings, (roof lights, windows)
abutments and general areas
– install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level
ventilation
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
48
Title: Installing random natural roof slates with diminishing margins in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 continued 7.4
cont
– mix sand, cement and additives
– mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
– form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
– recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
– understand the effects on lap and gauge when
using reclaimed imperial sized slates
– recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are
required and report accordingly
– recognise specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment/working platforms.
7.5 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when installing
random natural roof slates with diminishing margins.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when installing random natural roof slates with
diminishing margins.
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
49
Title: Installing random natural roof slates with diminishing margins in the workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment and in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills ‘Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
This unit must be assessed against the endorsements detailed
within the relevant NVQ structure.
ProQual Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations
(Construction):
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
Sector Subject Areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 100
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
50
Title: Stripping and reclaiming roof coverings in the workplace
Unit Number: R/618/6415
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
stripping and reclaiming
roof coverings.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
oral/written working instructions, drawings,
specifications, method statements, risk assessments and
manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and method statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to
report and rectify inappropriate information and
unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and
how they are interpreted in relation to:
– oral/written working instructions, electronic data,
drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments, manufacturers’
information, organisational procedures and current
regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
stripping and reclaiming
roof coverings.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents, health hazards and the environment, whilst
working:
– in the workplace, in confined spaces. at height, with
tools and equipment, with materials and substances,
with movement/ storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
stripping and reclaiming
roof coverings.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when stripping and
reclaiming roof coverings.
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Title: Stripping and reclaiming roof coverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Continued 3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and relevant
legislation when stripping and reclaiming roof coverings. in
relation to the following:
– safe use of access equipment/working platforms
– safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and
equipment
– specific risks to health
3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control equipment,
identified by the principles of prevention, should be used,
relating to stripping and reclaiming roof coverings, and the
types, purpose and limitations of each type, the work
situation and general work environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and personal
skills when involved with fires, spillages, injuries and other
task-related activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
strip and reclaim roof
coverings.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to tools
and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly and how
problems associated with the resources are reported.
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been
developed and how they are used for the selection of
required resources.
4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the resources
and methods of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity associated with the
method/procedure to strip and reclaim roof coverings.
ProQual, February 2021
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Title: Stripping and reclaiming roof coverings 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
stripping and reclaiming
roof coverings.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried 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
stripping and reclaiming
roof coverings.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and explain
why deadlines should be kept in relation to:
– types of 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 strip
and reclaim roof coverings
to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when stripping and
reclaiming roof coverings:
– removing, reclaiming, de-nailing, re-holing, re-sizing,
cleaning and sorting.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary
equipment.
7.3 Remove, reclaim and/or dispose of weathering materials and
ancillary components to given working instructions, plus two
of the following:
– natural slates
– plain tiles
– single-lap tiles
– stone slates.
7.4 Prepare surface and materials ready for re-roofing in
accordance with given working instructions.
ProQual, February 2021
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Title: Stripping and reclaiming roof coverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Continued 7.5 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– assess suitability of sub-structure
– identify and report faults with sub-structure and
roof interfaces
– position temporary stop boards at eaves
– remove existing roof coverings
– clear roof of debris and nails in rafters and other
roof timbers
– sort removed roof coverings and dispose of
unwanted materials
– reclaim reusable tiles and natural slates, stone slates
and weatherings
– assess the suitability of materials to be reclaimed
– determine sizes of imperial and metric slates
– stack/store reclaimed materials for reuse
– prepare materials for reuse, including de-nailing, reholing and re-sizing
– recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are
required and report accordingly
– recognise specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment/work platforms.
7.6 Liaise with clients regarding procedures for carrying out
the work and protecting property and the surrounding
area
7.7 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when stripping
and reclaiming roof coverings.
7.8 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when stripping and reclaiming roof coverings.
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
54
Title: Stripping and reclaiming roof coverings in the workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment and in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
Sector Subject Areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 50
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
55
Title: Installing single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge in the workplace
Unit Number: Y/618/6416
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
installing single-lap roof
tiles to a variable gauge.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
oral/written working instructions, drawings,
specifications, method statements, risk assessments and
manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and method statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to
report and rectify inappropriate information and
unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and
how they are interpreted in relation to:
– oral/written working instructions, electronic data,
drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments, manufacturers’
information, organisational procedures and current
regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing single-lap roof
tiles to a variable gauge.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents, health hazards and the environment, whilst
working:
– in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with
tools and equipment, with materials and substances,
with movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
installing single-lap roof
tiles to a variable gauge.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when installing single-lap
roof tiles to a variable gauge.
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Title: Installing single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Continued 3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and
relevant legislation when installing single-lap roof tiles
to a variable gauge in relation to the following:
–– safe use of access equipment/working platforms
– safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools
and equipment
– specific risks to health.
3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment identified by the principles of prevention
should be used, relating to installing single-lap roof tiles
to a variable gauge, and the types, purpose and
limitations of each type, work situations and general
work environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV).
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
install single-lap roof tiles to
a variable gauge.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– single-lap tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles,
dry fix systems, ventilation systems proprietary
roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
– hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported.
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
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Title: Installing single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Continued 4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been
developed and how they are used for the selection of
required resources.
4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to
install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
installing single-lap roof tiles
to a variable gauge.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisation procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out
safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and
official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
installing single-lap roof tiles
to a variable gauge.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and explain
why deadlines should be kept in relation to:
– types of work schedules/diaries, progress charts,
timetables and estimated times
– organisational procedures for reporting circumstances
which will affect the work programme.
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
install single-lap roof tiles
to a variable gauge to the
required specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing singlelap roof tiles to a variable gauge:
– measuring, setting out, marking out, cutting, fitting,
mixing, positioning, securing and finishing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary
equipment
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Title: Installing single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Continued 7.3 Install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge and
related fittings, fixings and components to given
working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed
materials for roofs with the following:
– general areas
– eaves
– abutments
– openings (roof lights, windows)
– dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys.
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– assess suitability of sub-structure
– identify and report faults with sub-structure and
roof interfaces
– determine lap and gauge dimensions
– cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to
the required size and shape
– set out and install tiles to a variable gauge and
components to eaves, verges, ridge, hips, valleys,
openings (roof lights, windows) abutments and
general areas
– install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level
ventilation
– mix sand, cement and additives
– mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
– recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
– understand the effects on lap and gauge when using
reclaimed imperial sized tiles
– form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
– recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are
required and report accordingly
– recognise specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment/working platforms.
7.5 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when installing
single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when installing single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge.
ProQual, February 2021
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Title: Installing single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge 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 Roofing Occupations
(Construction):
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
Sector Subject Areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 43
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
60
Title: Installing plain tile roof coverings in the workplace
Unit Number: D/618/6417
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
installing plain tile roof
coverings.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
oral/written working instructions, drawings,
specifications, method statements, risk assessments and
manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and method statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to
report and rectify inappropriate information and
unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and
how they are interpreted in relation to:
– oral/written working instructions, electronic data,
drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments, manufacturers’
information, organisational procedures and current
regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing plain tile roof
coverings.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents, health hazards and the environment, whilst
working:
– in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with
tools and equipment, with materials and substances,
with movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
installing plain tile roof
coverings.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when installing plain tile
roof coverings.
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Title: Installing plain tile roof coverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Continued 3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and
relevant legislation when installing plain tile roof
coverings in relation to the following:
– safe use of access equipment/working platforms
– safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools
and equipment
– specific risks to health
3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of prevention,
should be used, relating to installing plain tile roof
coverings, and the types, purpose and limitations of
each type, the work situation and general work
environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
install plain tile roof
coverings.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– plain tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix
systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing
grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
– hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported.
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been
developed and how they are used for the selection of
required resources.
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
62
Title: Installing plain tile roof coverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Continued 4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to
install plain tile roof coverings.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
installing plain tile roof
coverings.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried safely in
accordance with environmental responsibilities,
organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information,
statutory regulations and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
installing plain tile roof
coverings.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and explain
why deadlines should be kept in relation to:
– types of work schedules/diaries, progress charts,
timetables and estimated times
– organisational procedures for reporting circumstances
which will affect the work programme.
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
install plain tile roof
coverings to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing plain
tile roof coverings:
– measuring, setting out, marking out, cutting, fitting,
mixing, positioning, securing and finishing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary
equipment.
7.3 Install, plain roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and
components to given working instructions, using new and/or
reclaimed materials for roofs with the following:
– general areas
– eaves and top course
– abutments
– openings (roof lights, widows)
– dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys.
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
63
Title: Installing plain tile roof coverings in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Continued 7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices,
follow procedures, report problems and establish the
authority needed to rectify them, to:
– assess suitability of sub-structure
– identify and report faults with sub-structure and
roof interfaces
– determine lap and gauge dimensions
– cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to
the required size and shape
– set out and install tiles and components to eaves
and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings
(roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
– set out and install tiles to vertical surfaces including
gable ends, openings, penetrations and internal and
external corners
– mix sand, cement and additives
– mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
– install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level
ventilation
– form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
– recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
– understand the effects on lap and gauge when using
reclaimed imperial sized tiles
– understand the uses and limitations of handmade/crafted clay tiles
– recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are
required and report accordingly
– recognise specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment/working platforms.
7.5 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when installing
plain tile roof coverings.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when installing plain tile roof coverings.
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
64
Title: Installing plain tile roof coverings in the workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment and in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
This unit must be assessed against the endorsements
detailed within the relevant NVQ Structure.
ProQual Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations
(Construction):
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
Sector Subject Areas 05.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 57
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
65
Title: Installing single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge in the workplace
Unit Number: H/618/6418
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
installing single-lap roof
tiles to a fixed gauge.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
oral/written working instructions drawings,
specifications, method statements, risk assessments and
manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and method statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to
report and rectify inappropriate information and
unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and
how they are interpreted in relation to:
– oral/written working instructions, electronic data,
drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments, manufacturers’
information, organisational procedures and current
regulations governing buildings..
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing single-lap roof
tiles to a fixed gauge.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents, health hazards and the environment, whilst
working:
– in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with
tools and equipment, with materials and substances,
with movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
installing single-lap roof
tiles to a fixed gauge.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when installing single-lap
roof tiles to a fixed gauge.
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
66
Title: Installing single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Continued 3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and relevant
legislation when installing single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge
in relation to the following:
– safe use of access equipment/working platforms
– safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and
equipment
– specific risks to health
3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control equipment,
identified by the principles of prevention, should be used,
relating to installing single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge, and
the types, purpose and limitations of each type, the work
situation and general work environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
install single-lap roof tiles to
a fixed gauge.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– single-lap fixed gauge tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge
and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems,
proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement
and additives.
– hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment.
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported.
4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been
developed and how they are used for the selection of
required resources.
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
67
Title: Installing single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Continued 4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the
resources and methods of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and
wastage associated with the method/procedure to
install single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
installing single-lap roof
tiles to a fixed gauge.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out
safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and
official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
installing single-lap roof
tiles to a fixed gauge.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and
explain why deadlines should be kept in relation to:
– types of work schedules/diaries, progress charts,
timetables and estimated times
– organisational procedures for reporting
circumstances which will affect the work
programme.
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
install single-lap roof tiles to
a fixed gauge to the
required specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing
single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge:
– measuring, setting out, marking out, cutting, fitting,
mixing, positioning, securing and finishing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, power tools, and ancillary
equipment.
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
68
Title: Installing single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge in the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 Continued 7.3 Install single-lap fixed gauge roof tiles and related
fittings, fixings and components given working
instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for
roofs with the following:
– general areas
– eaves and top course
– abutments
– openings (roof lights, windows)
– dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the authority
needed to rectify them, to:
– assess suitability of sub-structure
– identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof
interfaces
– determine lap and gauge dimensions
– cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the
required size and shape
– set out and install tiles and components to eaves and top
course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights,
windows) abutments and general areas
– install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level
ventilation
– mix sand, cement and additives
– mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
– form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
– recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
– understand the effects on lap and gauge when using
reclaimed imperial sized tiles
– understand the uses and limitations of handmade/crafted clay tiles
– recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are
required and report accordingly
– recognise specific requirements for structures of special
interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical
significance
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment.
7.5 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when installing
single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when installing single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge.
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
69
Title: Installing single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge in the workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment and in
accordance the ConstructionSkills‘ Consolidated Assessment
Strategy for Construction and the Built Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
This unit must be assessed against the endorsements detailed
within the relevant NVQ Structure.
ProQual Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations
(Construction):
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
Sector Subject Areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 33
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
70
Title: Installing double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details in the
workplace
Unit Number: K/618/6419
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
installing double-lap roof
tiles to curved and swept
roof details.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
oral/written working instructions, drawings,
specifications, method statements, risk assessments and
manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and method statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to
report and rectify inappropriate information and
unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and
how they are interpreted in relation to:
– oral/written working instructions, electronic data,
drawings, specifications, schedules, method
statements, risk assessments, manufacturers’
information, organisational procedures and current
regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing double-lap roof
tiles to curved and swept
roof details.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities under regarding potential
accidents, health hazards and the environment, whilst
working:
– in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with
tools and equipment, with materials and substances,
with movement/storage of materials and by manual
handling and mechanical lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
installing double-lap roof
tiles to curved and swept
roof details.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when installing double-lap
roof tiles to curved and swept roof details.
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
71
Title: Installing double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 continued 3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and
relevant legislation when installing double-lap roof tiles
to curved and swept roof details in relation to the
following:
– safe use of access equipment/working platforms
– safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools
and equipment
– specific risks to health
3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of prevention,
should be used, relating to installing double-lap roof
tiles to curved and swept roof details, and the types,
purpose and limitations of each type, the work situation
and general work environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related activities.
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
install double-lap roof tiles
to curved and swept roof
details.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– plain tiles, peg tiles, boards, split battens, soakers,
timber, wedges, fillets, fittings and fixings
– hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
4.3 Describe how the resources should be used correctly
and how problems associated with the resources are
reported.
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
72
Title: Installing double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 continued 4.4 Explain why the organisational procedures have been
developed and how they are used for the selection of
required resources.
4.5 Describe any potential hazards associated with the resources
and methods of work.
4.6 Describe how to calculate quantity, length, area and wastage
associated with the method/procedure to install double-lap
roof tiles to curved and swept roof details.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
installing double-lap roof
tiles to curved and swept
roof details.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage in
accordance with safe working practices and organisational
procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the purpose
of protection in relation to general workplace activities, other
occupations and adverse weather conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out safely
in accordance with environmental responsibilities,
organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information,
statutory regulations and official guidance.
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
installing double-lap roof
tiles to curved and swept
roof details.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and
explain why deadlines should be kept in relation to:
– types of work schedules/diaries, progress charts,
timetables and estimated times
– organisational procedures for reporting
circumstances which will affect the work
programme.
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
install double-lap roof tiles
to curved and swept roof
details to the required
specification.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing
double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details:
– measuring, setting out, marking out, cutting, fitting,
mixing, positioning, securing and finishing.
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary
equipment.
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
73
Title: Installing double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details in the
workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 continued 7.3 Install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap) to battens
and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and
components to given working instructions, using new
and/or reclaimed materials for two of the following roof
details:
– eyebrow dormers
– swept valleys
– laced valleys
– curved vertical
– curved pitch (cones, apse ends).
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the authority
needed to rectify them, to:
– assess suitability of sub-structure
– identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof
interfaces
– cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the
required size and shape
– fix boards, wedges, fillets and split battens
– determine lap and gauge dimensions
– fix tiles to battens or direct to boarded areas
– set out and install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap) and
components, including soakers to eyebrow dormers,
swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas
– recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
– understand the effects on lap and gauge when using
reclaimed imperial sized tiles
– understand the uses and limitations of handmade/crafted clay tiles
– recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are
required and report accordingly
– recognise specific requirements for structures of special
interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical
significance
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment/working platforms.
7.6 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when installing
double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when installing double-lap roof tiles to curved and
swept roof details.
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
74
Title: Installing double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details in the
workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment and in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills ‘Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
This unit must be assessed against the endorsements detailed
within the relevant NVQ structure.
ProQual Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations
(Construction):
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
Sector Subject Areas 5.2 Building and Construction
Availability for use Shared unit
Unit guided learning hours 100
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
75
Title: Installing single and double-lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details in
the workplace
Unit Number: D/618/6420
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1 Interpret the given
information relating to the
work and resources when
installing single and doublelap roof tiles to mitred and
vertical roof details.
1.1 Interpret and extract relevant information from
oral/written instructions, drawings, specifications,
method statements, risk assessments and
manufacturers’ information.
1.2 Comply with information and/or instructions derived
from risk assessments and method statements.
1.3 Describe the organisational procedures developed to
report and rectify inappropriate information and
unsuitable resources and how they are implemented.
1.4 Describe different types of information, their source and
how they are interpreted in relation to:
– oral/written instructions, electronic data, drawings,
specifications, schedules, method statement, risk
assessments, manufacturers’ information and
current regulations governing buildings.
2 Know how to comply with
relevant legislation and
official guidance when
installing single and doublelap roof tiles to mitred and
vertical roof details.
2.1 Describe their responsibilities regarding potential
accidents, health hazards and the environment, whilst
working:
– in the workplace, below ground level, in confined
spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with
materials and substances, with movement/storage
of materials and by manual handling and mechanical
lifting.
2.2 Describe the organisational security procedures for
tools, equipment and personal belongings in relation to
site, workplace, company and operative.
2.3 Explain what the accident reporting procedures are and
who is responsible for making reports.
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
76
Title: Installing single and double-lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details in
the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
3 Maintain safe and healthy
working practices when
installing single and doublelap roof tiles to mitred and
vertical roof details.
3.1 Use health and safety control equipment safely and
comply with the methods of work to carry out the
activity in accordance with current legislation and
organisational requirements when installing single and
double-lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details.
3.2 Demonstrate compliance with given information and
relevant legislation when installing single and double-lap
roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details in relation to
the following:
– safe use of access equipment/working platforms
– safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools
and equipment
– specific risks to health
3.3 Explain why and when health and safety control
equipment, identified by the principles of prevention
should be used, relating to installing single and doublelap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details and the
types, purpose and limitations of each type, the work
situation and general work environment, in relation to:
– collective protective measures
– personal protective equipment (PPE)
– respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
– local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
3.4 Describe how the relevant health and safety control
equipment should be used in accordance with the given
working instructions.
3.5 Describe how emergencies should be responded to in
accordance with organisational authorisation and
personal skills when involved with fires, spillages,
injuries and other task-related activities.
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
77
Title: Installing single and double-lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details in
the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
4 Select the required quantity
and quality of resources for
the methods of work to
install single and double-lap
roof tiles to mitred and
vertical roof details.
4.1 Select resources associated with own work in relation to
materials, components, fixings, tools and equipment.
4.2 Describe the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability,
limitations and defects associated with the resources in
relation to:
– tiles, fixings, soakers, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix
systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing
grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
– hand tools, 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
install single and double-lap roof tiles to mitred and
vertical roof details.
5 Minimise the risk of damage
to the work and
surrounding area when
installing single and doublelap roof tiles to mitred and
vertical roof details.
5.1 Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
in accordance with safe working practices and
organisational procedures.
5.2 Minimise damage and maintain a clean work space.
5.3 Dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation.
5.4 Describe how to protect work from damage and the
purpose of protection in relation to general workplace
activities, other occupations and adverse weather
conditions.
5.5 Explain why the disposal of waste should be carried out
safely in accordance with environmental
responsibilities, organisational procedures,
manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and
official guidance.
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Title: Installing single and double-lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details in
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Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
6 Complete the work within
the allocated time when
installing single and doublelap roof tiles to mitred and
vertical roof details.
6.1 Demonstrate completion of the work within the
allocated time.
6.2 Describe the purpose of the work programme and explain
why deadlines should be kept in relation to:
– types of work schedules/diaries, progress charts,
timetables and estimated times
– organisational procedures for reporting circumstances
which will affect the work programme.
7 Comply with the given
contract information to
install single and double-lap
roof tiles to mitred and
vertical roof details.
7.1 Demonstrate the following work skills when installing single
and double-lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details
– measuring, setting out, marking out, cutting, fitting,
mixing, positioning, securing and finishing
7.2 Use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary
equipment.
7.3 Install single and double-lap roof tiles and related fittings,
fixings and components to given working instructions, using
new and/or reclaimed materials, for roofs with the following
– general areas
– mitred hips
– mitred valleys
– vertical surfaces (double-lap only)
– eaves and top course
– abutments
– openings (roof lights, windows)
– dry and/or wet fix verges and ridges
7.4 Describe how to apply safe and healthy work practices, follow
procedures, report problems and establish the authority
needed to rectify them, to:
– assess suitability of sub-structure
– identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof
interfaces
– determine lap and gauge dimensions
– cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the
required size and shape
– set out and install single and double-lap tiles and
components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge,
hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments
and general areas
– form mitred hips and mitred valleys, including
measuring, cutting and fitting soakers
– set out and install double-lap tiles to vertical surfaces,
including gable ends, openings and penetrations
ProQual, February 2021
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
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Title: Installing single and double-lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details in
the workplace
Learning outcomes
The learner will be able to:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
7 continued 7.4
cont
– install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level
ventilation
– mix sand, cement and additives
– mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
– form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
– recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
– understand the effects on lap and gauge when
using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
– understand the uses and limitations of handmade/crafted clay tiles
– recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are
required and report accordingly
– recognise specific requirements for structures of
special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and
historical significance
– use hand tools, power tools and equipment
– work at height
– use access equipment/working platforms.
7.5 Describe the needs of other occupations and how to
effectively communicate within a team when installing
single and double-lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical
roof details.
7.6 Describe how to maintain the tools and equipment used
when installing single and double-lap roof tiles to
mitred and vertical roof details.
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Title: Installing single and double-lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details in
the workplace
Additional information about this unit
Assessment Guidance This unit must be assessed in a work environment and in
accordance with the ConstructionSkills ‘Consolidated
Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built
Environment.
Assessors for this unit must have verifiable, current industry
experience and a sufficient depth of relevant occupational
expertise and knowledge, and must use a combination of
assessment methods as defined in the Consolidated
Assessment Strategy.
Workplace evidence of skills cannot be simulated.
This unit must be assessed against the endorsements detailed
within the relevant NVQ structure.
ProQual Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations
(Construction):
One of the following endorsements required:
New materials
Reclaimed materials
Please refer to the NVQ structure applicable to the
qualification/occupational area in which the candidate is
being assessed.
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