Level 2 NVQ in Plant Operations - Extracting

NVQ Information

The Plant Operations Extracting qualification structure below specifies the combination of units that need to be achieved for the individual to be awarded the qualification, to confirm competence in preparing and operating wheeled loading shovels, suction and vacuum excavators, skid steer loaders or loader compressors to extract in the workplace.


CPCS Blue Card

The CPCS Red Trained Operator card is valid for 2 years, during which time you are required to undertake the relevant plant NVQ to upgrade to the Blue Competent Operator Card. On completion of your NVQ qualification, along with passing the relevant CPCS tests and the CITB HS&E test (within the last 2 years), you will be able to apply for the Blue CPCS card.

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L2 NVQ Certificate in Plant Operations (Construction) - Extracting

Minimum Credit Value: 21

Reference: 601/4999/1 

To achieve this qualification a minimum of 21 credits need to be attained. This comprises the 2 mandatory units plus 1 unit from the optional unit group. 

Mandatory Units

Credit Value: 5

Units Required: 2

Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace
Credits:3
Level:2
Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace
Credits:2
Level:1

Optional Units

Credit Value: 16

Units Required: 1

Preparing and operating wheeled loading shovels to extract loose materials in the workplace
Credits:26
Level:2
Preparing and operating suction and vacuum excavators to extract in the workplace
Credits:52
Level:2
Preparing and operating skid steer loaders to extract loose materials in the workplace
Credits:20
Level:2
Preparing and operating loader compressors to extract loose materials in the workplace
Credits:16
Level:2

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