Road Surfacing – Thermal Repair (Manual)
A Level 2 NVQ Certificate for highway operatives carrying out thermal repair operations to reinstate road surface defects.
- Workplace portfolio route
- Flexible completion around your job
- Awarded by NOCN
- Supports CSCS Skilled / Competent Worker card applications*
Who is this qualification for?
- Highway maintenance operatives using thermal repair methods
- Road workers using infrared or hot-in-place recycling equipment
- Those seeking formal recognition of thermal repair competence
What you'll cover
- Understanding thermal repair processes and their application
- Setting up and operating thermal repair equipment safely
- Heating, reworking and reinstating defective road surfaces
- Applying rejuvenating agents and new material where required
- Compacting repaired areas to specification
Assessment & evidence
- Workplace evidence portfolio from thermal repair activities
- Assessor observations of thermal repair operations
- Technical discussion on thermal repair methods and materials
Evidence examples
- Equipment set-up and operation records
- Photographs of thermal repair operations at each stage
- Repaired area inspection records
- Supervisor sign-off on completed repairs
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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