Plant Operations – Movement Guide
A Level 2 NVQ Certificate for operatives who act as movement guides (banks persons) for plant and vehicles on construction sites.
- Workplace portfolio route
- Flexible completion around your job
- Awarded by NOCN
- Supports CSCS Skilled / Competent Worker card applications*
Who is this qualification for?
- Banks persons and movement guides working around plant on-site
- Operatives responsible for directing plant movements safely
- Workers who regularly assist with vehicle and plant manoeuvring
What you'll cover
- Responsibilities and duties of a plant movement guide
- Using recognised hand signals and communication systems
- Identifying and managing exclusion zones around moving plant
- Working safely in proximity to plant and mobile machinery
- Communication with plant operators and site management
Assessment & evidence
- Portfolio of workplace evidence from guiding activities
- Assessor observations of movement guiding tasks
- Professional discussion on safety and communication knowledge
Evidence examples
- Site safety records relevant to plant movement activities
- Photographs demonstrating guiding activities
- Supervisor statements confirming your guiding role
- Training records for any relevant banksman courses
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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