Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Plant

Course Details

The Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Plant Operations (Construction) is a nationally recognised qualification for plant operators in the construction industry. It demonstrates competence and allows individuals to progress to a blue CPCS or NPORS-CSCS competent operator card. The qualification is work-based and assessed against National Occupational Standards. It covers fundamental skills, knowledge, and understanding related to plant operation, including health and safety. Key features and benefits: • Recognised qualification: The NVQ Level 2 is a nationally recognised qualification in the construction industry. • Work-based assessment: The qualification is assessed in a real workplace environment, ensuring practical skills and knowledge are developed. • Progress to blue card: It allows individuals to upgrade from the red CPCS or NPORS trained operator card to the blue competent operator card. • Focus on competence: The qualification aims to demonstrate competence in specific areas of plant operation, such as excavating, lifting, and operating various types of machinery. • Tailored pathways: The qualification can be tailored to specialise in a particular type of plant machinery. • Optional units: Learners can choose optional units to specialise in specific areas of plant operation. • Mandatory units: All candidates must complete mandatory units covering health, safety, and productive working practices. • Ongoing support: Learners receive support from occupationally competent assessors throughout the qualification. • Evidence-based assessment: Learners provide evidence of their skills and knowledge through their work and portfolio. • Lifetime qualification: Once completed, the NVQ Level 2 is a lifetime qualification and does not require renewal. Assessment: • Learners are assessed against performance and knowledge statements derived from National Occupational Standards. • Assessments are carried out by occupationally competent and qualified assessors. • Evidence of competence is gathered through various methods, including observations, discussions, and work-based tasks. • The Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) will review the portfolio and confirm whether the qualification is complete.