Steel Fixing NVQ Level 2

This qualification establishes the NVQ Level 2 content for Steelfixing. The candidate has to complete all Mandatory Units and pick two units from Optional Units. These Optional Units cover installation, pre-fabrication and the cutting and bending of reinforcement steel.

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Progression
Currently there is no Level 3 in Steelfixing, however, if a candidate wanted to progress they could opt to undertake Construction Site Supervision at Level 3, if their work allowed. As part of lifelong learning we encourage learner progression.

The qualification offers employment opportunities as learners are demonstrating occupational competence by qualification achievement.

Potential job occupations
Construction Operative

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
Cskills Awards has a quality management system in place which operates through Quality Advisers, Senior Quality Advisors and a Quality Manager. This system supports Internal Verification and complies and meets the requirements of the NVQ Code of Practice.

The Principle of holistic Assessment is positively encouraged by Cskills Awards.

Qualification structure summary
Candidates must complete all Mandatory units from Group A, plus two Optional units from Group B.

Candidates may complete the Additional Unit is they wish.

Qualification structure
A  -  Mandatory Units
Candidates must complete all mandatory units

  • R/102/3275 - Conform to general workplace safety
  • Y/102/3276 - Conform to efficient work practices
  • D/102/3277 - Move and handle resources

B  -  Optional Units
Candidates must complete two optional units

  • T/104/1266 - Fix Steel In Situ
  • A/104/1267 - Prefabricate Reinforcement Steel Sections
  • T/103/1305 - Cut and Bend Reinforcement Steel to Shape

C  -  Additional Units (not compulsory)
Candidates may complete the additional unit

  • A/103/3721 - Slinging and signalling the movement of loads