Plant Operations – Cranes & Specialist Lifting
A Level 2 NVQ Certificate for plant operatives working with cranes and specialist lifting equipment on construction and civil engineering sites.
- Workplace portfolio route
- Flexible completion around your job
- Awarded by NOCN
- Supports CSCS Skilled / Competent Worker card applications*
Who is this qualification for?
- Crane operators and specialist lifting plant operatives
- Workers involved in coordinating or assisting lifting operations
- Operatives seeking recognised competence in crane operation
What you'll cover
- Pre-use checks and maintenance requirements for crane and lifting plant
- Planning and carrying out safe lifting operations
- Communicating effectively with banks persons and lift supervisors
- Understanding load calculations and crane capacity charts
- Regulatory requirements for lifting operations (LOLER)
Assessment & evidence
- Workplace evidence portfolio evidencing lifting operations competence
- On-site observations by a NOCN assessor
- Technical professional discussion on lifting knowledge
Evidence examples
- Lift plans you have worked to
- Machine check sheets and maintenance records
- Photographs of lifting operations at different stages
- Supervisor sign-off on completed lift activities
CSCS Skilled & Competent Worker Cards
Many Level 2 NVQs are accepted as supporting evidence when applying for a CSCS Skilled Worker or Competent Worker card, depending on the occupational area. Achieving this qualification may form part of the evidence required for your card application. Not sure which card you need? We'll confirm the best route during enrolment.
* CSCS card applications have additional requirements (e.g. the CITB Health, Safety & Environment test and CSCS-specific criteria). We'll advise you on the most suitable route based on your role.
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