MaintenanceLevel 2 NVQ

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Overview

The Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Building Maintenance Multi-trade Repair and Refurbishment Operations qualification has been developed for achievement in a real workplace environment which means you need to be employed to undertake this qualification.

This qualification enables you, the learner, to demonstrate and recognise your skills, knowledge and understanding and to demonstrate your competence in a real workplace environment so you can work in two or more of the following disciplines Carpentry and Joinery, Painting and Decorating, Tiling, Plastering, Roofing or Trowel Occupations within the construction industry.

You will be assessed against a set of performance and knowledge statements which have been derived from National Occupational Standards for your occupational area. You will be assessed by an occupationally competent and qualified assessor whose job is to work with you and help you complete your qualification.

Assessment Process

OSAT (On Site Assessment & Training)

Your assessor will visit you between 2-4 times (in general) to collect evidence relating to the qualification you’re doing. Using methods such as Observation (watching) and Questioning/Discussion they will collect what’s needed to prove your competence at your trade.

A third party reference (Witness Testimony) can be used as another source of evidence stating the work you do on site and that you are capable of working safely.

Videos and recorded discussions are sometimes used as they are a good way of collecting substantial evidence in both practical ability and level of understanding

Your assessor will work with you to plan the assessments and methods used taking into account any of your individual needs.

Timescales

The timescale between your initial induction for the course and completion varies. However, 3-4 months is a realistic time although it can be longer or even shorter depending on the candidate’s ability and availability.

Units

Mandatory Units

Moving, Handling and Storing Resources in the Workplace
Deliver reliable customer service
Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace
Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace

Additional Units

Establishing Work Area Protection and Safety in the Workplace
Erecting and Dismantling Access/Working Platforms in the Workplace
Clearing the Site and Handing Over on Completion in the Workplace
Repairing, Replacing and Renewing Gates, Posts and Fencing in the Workplace
Maintaining non-structural or structural components in the workplace
Maintaining Non-structural Carpentry Work in the Workplace
Preparing Background Surfaces for Plastering, Tiling, Panelling or Painting/Decorating in the Workplace
Hanging Standard Paper Wallcoverings in the Workplace
Applying Paint Systems by Brush and Roller in the Workplace
Tiling Wall and Floor Structures in the Workplace
Removing and Renewing Floor Screeds in the Workplace
Preparing Background Surfaces for Plastering, Tiling, Panelling or Painting/Decorating in the Workplace
Preparing Background Surfaces for Plasterwork in the Workplace
Applying Finishing Plaster to Background Surfaces in the Workplace
Repairing Roof Sheeting and Cladding Systems in the Workplace
Repairing membrane roofing systems in the workplace
Removing and Repairing Eaves and Verge Finishings in the Workplace
Maintaining Slate and Tile Roofing in the Workplace
Repairing Basic Stonemasonry Structures in the Workplace
Repairing and Maintaining Masonry Structures in the Workplace

Topics Covered In This Qualification

Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace
Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace
Moving, Handling and Storing Resources in the Workplace
Deliver reliable customer service

The learner will also learn key practical skills and knowledge in some of the following optional units:

Erecting and Dismantling Access/Working Platforms in the Workplace
Clearing the Site and Handing Over on Completion in the Workplace
Establishing Work Area Protection and Safety in the Workplace
Repairing, Replacing and Renewing Gates, Posts and Fencing in the Workplace
Maintaining Non-structural Carpentry Work in the Workplace
Maintaining non-structural or structural components in the workplace
Applying Paint Systems by Brush and Roller in the Workplace
Preparing Background Surfaces for Plastering, Tiling, Panelling or Painting/Decorating in the workplace
Hanging Standard Paper Wallcoverings in the Workplace
Tiling Wall and Floor Structures in the Workplace
Preparing Background Surfaces for Plastering, Tiling, Panelling or Painting/Decorating in the Workplace
Removing and Renewing Floor Screeds in the Workplace
Preparing Background Surfaces for Plasterwork in the Workplace
Applying Finishing Plaster to Background Surfaces in the Workplace
Maintaining Slate and Tile Roofing in the Workplace
Repairing Roof Sheeting and Cladding Systems in the Workplace
Removing and Repairing Eaves and Verge Finishings in the Workplace
Repairing membrane roofing systems in the workplace
Repairing Basic Stonemasonry Structures in the Workplace
Repairing and Maintaining Masonry Structures in the Workplace

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements to take this qualification. This qualification can be undertaken without any previous training or qualifications in this subject area, however we do require at least 3 years experience in the trade.

Progression

On completion of this qualification you will have obtained the skills, knowledge and understanding and demonstrated competence to progress on to a higher level qualification in the same or similar occupational area or enable entry into supervisory and management positions within the workplace.

Industry will accept the qualification on its own as entry to a job role.

For further details on other qualifications available in this occupational area, see our Qualification Search.

Course Fees and Enrol

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