Level 2 Certificate in Plant Operations (Construction)

Who is it for?

Designed for those who are employed in the construction and built environment sector, the Level 2 Certificate in Plant Operations (Construction) enables individuals to demonstrate that they possess the professional skills, knowledge and understanding required to:work eff ectively in their roleprogress to higher level positionscontribute to the overall success and growth of an organisation

Benefits to the individual

Gain a recognised qualifi cation

Develop your skillsExpand your knowledge

Work safely and eff ectively in your job

Demonstrate your professional abilities

Benefits to the employer

Knowledgeable, skilled, effi cient employeesImprove staff retention

Grow your own talentIncrease operational safety

Promote cost-eff ectiveness

The course

Delivered by industry experts, the Level 2 Certifi cate in Plant Operations (Construction) covers a clear set of units which have been developed to meet the skills needs of the industry. It provides learners with a nationally recognised work-based qualifi cation, allowing them to evidence their expertise, competence and confi dence to carry out duties in line with expected high standards. Two pathways are available, each of which off ers a number of optional units, meaning individuals can tailor their learning to best refl ect what their day-to-day job involves.

Training includedRTITB lift truck licence or other associated vocational training

Progression

IOSH Managing SafelyIPAF coursesFirst Aid At WorkWork towards becoming a Team Leader or Manager

Mandatory Group A (Credits Required: Min 5, Max 5)Conforming to general safety in the workplace2 creditsConforming to effi cient working practices in the workplace3 creditsOptional Group C1 (Credits Required: Min 16)Preparing and operating rough terrain masted forklifts to lift and transfer loads in the workplace18 creditsPreparing and operating industrial counterbalanced forklifts to lift and transfer loads in the workplace16 creditsPreparing and operating sideloader forklifts to lift and trans-fer loads in the workplace16 creditsPreparing and operating telescopic handlers to lift and transfer loads in the workplace25 creditsPreparing and operating reach trucks to lift and transfer loads in the workplace16 creditsThe courseDelivered by industry experts, the Level 2 Certifi cate in Plant Operations (Construction) covers a clear set of units which have been developed to meet the skills needs of the industry. It provides learners with a nationally recognised work-based qualifi cation, allowing them to evidence their expertise, competence and confi dence to carry out duties in line with expected high standards. Two pathways are available, each of which off ers a number of optional units, meaning individuals can tailor their learning to best refl ect what their day-to-day job involves.A minimum of 21 credits is required to achieve this qualifi cation. Learners must complete all units from Mandatory Group A and a minimum of one unit from Optional Group C1

Assessment method

Learners will be assessed using:Direct observationsKnowledge workbookProduct evidence Personal statementsSimulationProfessional discussionWitness testimoniesEvidence of prior learning

Mandatory Group A (Credits Required: Min 5, Max 5)Conforming to general safety in the workplace2 creditsConforming to effi cient working practices in the workplace3 creditsOptional Group F1 (Credits Required: Min 12)Preparing and operating scissor-type Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP) in the workplace12 creditsPreparing and operating boom-type Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP) in the workplace14 creditsPreparing and operating mast climber-type Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP) in the workplace12 creditsA minimum of 17 credits is required to achieve this qualifi cation. Learners must complete all units from Mandatory Group A and a minimum of one unit from Optional Group F1