Plant Operations – Processing
A Level 2 NVQ Certificate for operatives working with plant used to process materials 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?
- Operatives working with crushing, screening or processing plant
- Quarry and demolition workers involved in material processing
- Those seeking formal recognition of processing plant competence
What you'll cover
- Pre-use inspection and safe start-up of processing plant
- Monitoring and controlling material processing operations
- Recognising and responding to plant faults or material blockages
- Environmental controls including dust suppression
- End-of-day shutdown and securing of processing plant
Assessment & evidence
- Workplace evidence portfolio from processing operations
- On-site assessor observations
- Professional discussion to confirm technical knowledge
Evidence examples
- Plant inspection and check sheets
- Processing output records and tonnage logs
- Photographs of processing plant operations
- Supervisor witness statements
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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