This level 2 is structured to allow candidates to attain a
mandatory set of core units and to choose a minimum of three
occupational routes from a range of occupational routes. The
flexibility of this qualification allows candidates to obtain
further units if they so wish and give them recognition for their
skills.
Qualification offered in and the approved age
ranges
For information on the approval of qualifications for funding in
England, Wales and Northern Ireland, see the links to DCSF, DIUS,
DCELLS, DELNI and DENI below.
When undertaking a qualification that does not appear on the
governments' lists as eligible for funding for specific age ranges,
users must be aware of legal requirements. Not all qualifications
are suitable for all age ranges.
Progression
Operatives who work in the maintenance sector will be able to
progress to supervisory and management levels and obtain level 3
qualifications such as Occupational Work Supervision and
Construction Site Supervision.
Potential job occupations
Bricklayer
Caretaker/Maintenance Person
Carpenter/Joiner
Painter and Decorator
Plasterer
Plumber
Roofer
Wall/Floor Tiler
Qualification sector/subject area
Qualification sub-areas
05 Construction, Planning and the Built Environment
05.2 Building and Construction
Overall assessment method for the
qualification
The Awarding Body (AB) uses a Computer based touch-screen process,
operated by an independent contractor, to assess a mandatory Health
and Safety unit within the NVQ qualification. The candidate does
not get issued with their NVQ certificate until this test has been
achieved. The principle of holistic assessment is positively
encouraged by the AB.
Independence is achieved through the Quality Assurance
(Verification) system. The principle of holistic assessment is
positively encouraged.
Qualification structure summary
Candidates must complete all eight Mandatory Core units in Group A;
plus three of the Optional Routes B, C, D, E ,F, G or H.
Within these selected Optional Routes; candidates are required
to complete at least two units in Group B; at least two in Group C;
all units in Group D; at least two in Group E; all units in Group
F; at least two in Group G; at least two in Group H.
Qualification structure
A - Mandatory Core Units
Candidates must complete all mandatory core units
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R/102/3275 - Conform to general workplace safety
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Y/102/3276 - Conform to efficient work practices
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D/102/3277 - Move and handle resources
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M/103/1190 - Confirm Work Activities and Resources for the
Work
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L/103/3691 - Erect and dismantle access/working
platforms
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M/103/3683 - Establish work area protection and safety
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M/104/0942 - Clear Site and Hand Over on Completion
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H/104/0517 - Provide Customer Service in Construction
B - Maintenance Carpentry and Joinery (Option
Route)
Candidates must complete at least two units
This group represents a pathway.
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T/104/0943 - Repair, Replace and Renew Gates, Posts and
Fencing
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A/104/0944 - Replace Glazing to Windows and Doors
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L/103/1150 - Maintain Non-structural Carpentry Work
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T/103/1160 - Maintain Non-structural and Structural
Components
C - Maintenance Painting and Decorating
(Option Route)
Candidates must complete at least two units
This group represents a pathway.
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F/104/0945 - Prepare Background Surfaces for Tiling or
Painting/Decorating
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Y/103/5265 - Apply Paint Systems by Brush and Roller
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F/103/1372 - Hang Wallcoverings (Standard Papers)
D - Maintenance Plumbing (Option Route)
Candidates must complete all units
This group represents a pathway.
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J/103/3690 - Reinstate ground condition
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J/103/1437 - Install Basic Plumbing
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F/103/1260 - Lay Domestic Drainage
E - Maintenance Tiling (Option
Route)
Candidates must complete at least two units
This group represents a pathway.
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F/104/0945 - Prepare Background Surfaces for Tiling or
Painting/Decorating
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J/104/0946 - Remove and Renew Floor Screeds
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J/103/1292 - Tile Wall and Floor Surfaces
F - Maintenance Plastering (Option
Route)
Candidates must complete all units
This group represents a pathway.
G - Maintenance Roofing (Option
Route)
Candidates must complete at least two units
This group represents a pathway.
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L/103/1178 - Repair and Maintain Built Up Bituminous
Roofing
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R/103/1201 - Remove and Repair Eaves and Verge
Finishings
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T/103/1238 - Maintain Slate and Tile Roofing
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Y/103/1264 - Repair Roof Sheeting and Cladding Systems
H - Maintenance Trowel Operations (Option
Route)
Candidates must complete at least two units
This group represents a pathway.
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K/103/1348 - Repair Basic Stonemasonry Structures
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R/103/1201 - Remove and Repair Eaves and Verge
Finishings
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M/103/1402 - Repair and Maintain Masonry Structures