Manual Roadbuilding – Flexible Pavement Construction
A Level 2 NVQ Certificate for highway operatives involved in the manual construction of flexible bituminous pavement layers.
- Workplace portfolio route
- Flexible completion around your job
- Awarded by NOCN
- Supports CSCS Skilled / Competent Worker card applications*
Who is this qualification for?
- Highway operatives constructing or repairing flexible pavements
- Surfacing and roadbuilding workers in highways maintenance
- Operatives working with hot or cold bituminous materials
What you'll cover
- Understanding flexible pavement layer systems and specifications
- Preparing the surface prior to laying
- Placing, raking and finishing bituminous materials manually
- Using hand tools and compaction equipment for flexible pavement
- Quality and safety requirements for pavement construction
Assessment & evidence
- Evidence portfolio from pavement construction and repair activities
- Assessor observations on-site
- Professional discussion on pavement construction knowledge
Evidence examples
- Photographs of pavement laying at each stage
- Site records and materials delivery documentation
- Compaction and quality inspection records
- Supervisor statements on task completion and quality
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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