NVQ Level 2 General Construction

This qualification is supported by CSCS and accredited by either SQA or ProQual, ensuring it meets industry standards and requirements.

CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) provides a registration card scheme widely acknowledged across the construction sector. This scheme recognizes your:

• Skills

• Knowledge and understanding

• Competence

• Qualifications

By achieving this qualification, you’ll demonstrate your ability to meet industry expectations, making you a valuable asset on any construction site.

Upon completing the Level 2 NVQ in Groundwork, you will have gained the skills, knowledge, and understanding required to demonstrate competence in your role.

This qualification provides a clear pathway for career progression, enabling learners to advance from Groundworker to the Level 3 NVQ in Occupational Work Supervision — Occupational Supervisor.

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, and it can be undertaken without any prior training or qualifications in this subject area. However, learners must have the potential and opportunity to successfully complete the qualification.

Who is This Qualification Suitable For?

This qualification is ideal for:

• Workers needing to meet legislative requirements.

• Workers looking to progress into a supervisory role.

• Employees wanting to enhance their career prospects.

• Individuals aiming to start their own business.

• Those seeking full-time or part-time study options.

To achieve this qualification, learners must successfully complete mandatory core units along with units from Group A and either Group B or Group C.

Mandatory Core Units (Complete 2 Units):

1. Conforming to General Health, Safety, and Welfare in the Workplace

2. Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace

Group A (Mandatory Unit + Optional Endorsement):

Learners must complete the mandatory unit and one optional endorsement unit:

Mandatory Unit:

• Installing, Maintaining, and Removing Work Area Protection and Safety Equipment in the Workplace (Construction and Civil Engineering Operations)

Optional Endorsements (Choose One):

• Installing, Maintaining, and Removing Work Area Protection and Safety Equipment in the Workplace (Protection and Safety Notices)

• Installing, Maintaining, and Removing Work Area Protection and Safety Equipment in the Workplace (Safety Lighting)

Group B (Choose 3 Units):

Learners must achieve three of the following:

• Placing and Finishing Non-Specialist Concrete in the Workplace (Concrete Slabs/Bases)

• Placing and Finishing Non-Specialist Concrete in the Workplace (Form Slab Edging)

• Placing and Finishing Non-Specialist Concrete in the Workplace (Position Reinforcement)

• Placing and Finishing Non-Specialist Concrete in the Workplace (Form Surface Finish)

Group C (Mandatory Unit + Optional Endorsement):

Learners must complete the mandatory unit and one optional endorsement unit:

Mandatory Unit:

• Installing Drainage in the Workplace (Construction and Civil Engineering Operations)

Optional Endorsements (Choose One):

• Installing Drainage in the Workplace (Inspection Chambers)

• Installing Drainage in the Workplace (Surface Water Systems)

• Installing Drainage in the Workplace (Foul Water Systems)

Assessment Process

Once enrolled, learners will be assigned a dedicated assessor who will guide them through the qualification process:

• An induction visit will be arranged to explain evidence requirements.

• Your assessor will schedule on-site observations to assess your practical skills.

• Various assessment methods will be used, including:

• Professional Discussions

• Written Knowledge Questions

• Witness Testimonials

This structured approach ensures learners can effectively demonstrate their competence and meet the qualification requirements.

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