1. Metal Decker
    responsibility
    1. Install metal decking and edge trims
      COSVR785 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • working with materials at high temperatures
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      • consumables
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clean and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark, cut, position, lay, align, fit, fix, secure and seal
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare for and install metal decking and edge trims to given working instructions
      10. record, report and complete handover
      11. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their use
      15. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      16. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      17. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, permits to work, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations associated with metal decking and edge trim installation
      18. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      19. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      20. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify and follow the installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers installation criteria
      ‐ check resources for type, quantity, damage and report discrepancies
      ‐ identify types and characteristics of metal decking and edge trim components
      ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks (start off point [SOP])
      ‐ lay out, align, fit, adjust, fix and secure metal sheets and edge trims
      ‐ recognise specified bearing requirements (masonry, steel, columns, piers)
      ‐ measure, mark out and cut metal decking sheets and edge trim
      ‐ seal metal decking and edge trims
      ‐ record, report and complete handovers
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with the installation of metal decking and edge trims
      21. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      22. Programme
      • types of productivity targets and time scales
      • how times are estimated
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      23. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      24. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ metal decking sheets
      ‐ edge trim sections
      ‐ fittings and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install metal decking and edge trims
      25. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Metal Decking and Stud Welding Occupations
    2. Install studs by stud welding
      COSVR786 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment to install studs by welding for construction projects.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • working with materials at high temperatures
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      • consumables
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clean and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to set up, measure, mark, position, align, initiate, secure, inspect, test and clean
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare for and install studs by stud welding to given working instructions for at least one of the following operations
      • composite floor construction
      • refractory and thermal insulation
      • civil engineering horizontal bridge decks, gantries or floors
      • civil engineering vertical, sheet piling, cladding
      10. complete pre-installation test
      11. inspect and test installed studs, and record and report findings
      12. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      13. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      15. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      16. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health assessments (COSHH), methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      18. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, permits to work, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations associated with stud welding
      19. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      20. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      21. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify and follow the installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers installation criteria
      ‐ check resources for type, quantity and damage and report discrepancies
      ‐ identify types and characteristics of stud welding components
      ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks (start off points [SOP])
      ‐ measure, mark out and position studs
      ‐ clean and prepare stud positions
      ‐ confirm pre-qualification record prior to installation
      ‐ inspect and test installed studs
      ‐ position and prepare stud welding equipment including plant, cables, connections, earthing and welding gun
      ‐ recognise the effects of applying heat to metal (distortion, heat affected zone)
      ‐ set up stud gun for installation
      ‐ clean weld
      ‐ recognise faults and identify the causes of faults in stud welds
      ‐ maintain dimensional accuracy
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ complete shut down and disassembly procedures
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ record, report and complete handovers
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with the installation of studs by stud welding
      22. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      23. Programme
      • types of productivity targets and time scales
      • how times are estimated
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      24. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      25. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ studs
      ‐ fittings and fixings
      ‐ consumables
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install studs by stud welding
      26. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Metal Decking and Stud Welding Occupations
    duty
    1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
    2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
    3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
    4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
    5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
    6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
    knowledge
    1. Interpretation of information
    • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
    • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
    • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
    2. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
    3. Selection of resources
    • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
    • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
    • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
    • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    4. Minimise the risk of damage
    • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
    • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
    5. Meet the contract specification
    • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
    • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
    6. Allocated time
    • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
    context
    1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use of access equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • working with materials at high temperatures
    • specific risks to health
    3. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials, components and fixings
    • tools and equipment
    • consumables
    4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
    5. maintain a clean and tidy work space
    6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
    7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark, cut, position, lay, align, fit, fix, secure and seal
    8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    9. prepare for and install metal decking and edge trims to given working instructions
    10. record, report and complete handover
    11. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
    12. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    13. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    14. Fire extinguishers
    • water, CO2, foam, powder and their use
    15. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    16. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    17. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, permits to work, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations associated with metal decking and edge trim installation
    18. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    19. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • how and when maintenance should be carried out
    20. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify and follow the installation quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers installation criteria
    ‐ check resources for type, quantity, damage and report discrepancies
    ‐ identify types and characteristics of metal decking and edge trim components
    ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks (start off point [SOP])
    ‐ lay out, align, fit, adjust, fix and secure metal sheets and edge trims
    ‐ recognise specified bearing requirements (masonry, steel, columns, piers)
    ‐ measure, mark out and cut metal decking sheets and edge trim
    ‐ seal metal decking and edge trims
    ‐ record, report and complete handovers
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with the installation of metal decking and edge trims
    21. Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    22. Programme
    • types of productivity targets and time scales
    • how times are estimated
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    23. Protect work
    • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
    24. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ metal decking sheets
    ‐ edge trim sections
    ‐ fittings and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install metal decking and edge trims
    25. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
    26. demonstration of work skills to set up, measure, mark, position, align, initiate, secure, inspect, test and clean
    27. prepare for and install studs by stud welding to given working instructions for at least one of the following operations
    • composite floor construction
    • refractory and thermal insulation
    • civil engineering horizontal bridge decks, gantries or floors
    • civil engineering vertical, sheet piling, cladding
    28. complete pre-installation test
    29. inspect and test installed studs, and record and report findings
    30. Fire extinguishers
    • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
    31. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health assessments (COSHH), methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    32. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, permits to work, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations associated with stud welding
    33. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify and follow the installation quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers installation criteria
    ‐ check resources for type, quantity and damage and report discrepancies
    ‐ identify types and characteristics of stud welding components
    ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks (start off points [SOP])
    ‐ measure, mark out and position studs
    ‐ clean and prepare stud positions
    ‐ confirm pre-qualification record prior to installation
    ‐ inspect and test installed studs
    ‐ position and prepare stud welding equipment including plant, cables, connections, earthing and welding gun
    ‐ recognise the effects of applying heat to metal (distortion, heat affected zone)
    ‐ set up stud gun for installation
    ‐ clean weld
    ‐ recognise faults and identify the causes of faults in stud welds
    ‐ maintain dimensional accuracy
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ complete shut down and disassembly procedures
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ record, report and complete handovers
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with the installation of studs by stud welding
    34. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ studs
    ‐ fittings and fixings
    ‐ consumables
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install studs by stud welding
  2. Mobile Machine Drivers
    responsibility
    1. Carry out tremie operations
      COSVR236 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and positioning materials, components, ancillary equipment, preparing and using a tremie system to place concrete or grout for specialist works.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are controlled
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • safe use and storage of lifting accessories
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      • consumables
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clean and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, clean, inspect, prepare, assemble, fit, sample, position, place, monitor, extract and remove
      8. use and maintain hand tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
      9. contribute to the construction of specialist works by using tremie systems to place concrete or grout to given working instructions during at least one of the following operations
      • cast in-situ piling
      • diaphragm walling
      • under water or support fluid
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      15. Information
      • drawings, instructions, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, electronic data, manufacturers' information, concrete pour records, tool-box talks, daily briefing, work instructions, certificates and permits related to tremie operations
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method and area of work and materials used, to
      ‐ contribute to the construction of specialist works by placing concrete or grout using tremie systems for cast in-situ piling, diaphragm walling and under water or support fluids
      ‐ identify and follow the installation quality requirements
      ‐ recognise how recording and reporting accurate information will support quality outcomes
      ‐ recognise how information can contribute to building information modelling
      ‐ work to datum marks, lines, plumbs and levels
      ‐ recognise the uses and characteristics of materials
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the movement and operations of plant and machinery
      ‐ recognise the requirements for conducting lifting operations, planning, supervision and safe completion
      ‐ identify, select and check lifting accessories
      ‐ prepare, assemble, maintain, check, disassemble and clean tremie equipment
      ‐ monitor the production (if on site) and delivery of concrete or grout for consistency, quantity and quality
      ‐ extract concrete or grout samples for testing
      ‐ recognise the effects of additives and retardants that can be used in concrete or grout mixes
      ‐ determine combination of tremie lengths and control the rate of tremie pipe extraction
      ‐ handle displaced fluids
      ‐ install protection to formed structure to prevent access and support the curing process
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ identify and report variations
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ complete pour records
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with carrying out tremie operations
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ tremie systems
      ‐ concrete or grout and delivery systems
      ‐ tremie materials
      ‐ lifting equipment and accessories
      ‐ consumables
      ‐ hand tools, power tools, plant, machinery and ancillary equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • identify quantity, length, area, volume, and wastage associated with the method and procedure to carry out tremie operations
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Piling Operations (Construction)
    2. Contribute to the piling operation
      COSVR235 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting materials, components and equipment to provide ground support, preparing and installing or contributing to the installation of bored and/or driven piles and/or specialist works.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are controlled
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • safe use and storage of lifting accessories
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      • consumables
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clean and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, communicate, prepare, position, fit, secure, remove, clean and maintain
      8. use and maintain hand tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
      9. install or contribute to the installation of bored and/or driven piles and/or specialist works to given working instructions using at least one of the following methods
      • sheet
      • pressed
      • driven
      • rotary bored
      • driven cast-in-situ
      • mini or micro
      • continuous flight auger
      • displacement flight auger
      • slurry walling
      • tripod
      • vibro
      • diaphragm walling
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, instructions, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, electronic data, manufacturers' information, tool-box talks, daily briefings, work instructions, certificates and permits related to piling operations
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ install or contribute to the installation of piles using at least one of the following methods: sheet, pressed, driven, rotary bored, driven cast in-situ, mini or micro, continuous flight auger, displacement flight auger, slurry walling, tripod, vibro, diaphragm walling
      ‐ identify and follow the installation quality requirements
      ‐ recognise how recording and reporting accurate information will support quality outcomes
      ‐ recognise how information can contribute to building information modelling
      ‐ work to datum marks, lines, plumbs and levels
      ‐ recognise the uses and characteristics of piling materials
      ‐ recognise changes in ground conditions and soil types
      ‐ recognise the potential effects of installing piles near to existing structures
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ support the rigging and de-rigging of piling plant and machinery
      ‐ assist in the preparation for use, maintenance in use, close down, cleaning and preparation for transportation of plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ direct and guide the movement and operations of plant and machinery
      ‐ recognise the requirements for conducting lifting operations, planning, supervision and safe completion
      ‐ identify, select and check lifting accessories
      ‐ install protection to pile tops to prevent access and damage
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ identify and report variations
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with piling operations
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ piling materials
      ‐ lifting equipment and accessories
      ‐ consumables
      ‐ hand tools, power tools, plant, machinery and ancillary equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • identify quantity, volume, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to contribute to the piling operation
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
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      Piling Operations (Construction)
    3. Co-ordinate plant installation work activities
      cospi28 This standard is about co-ordinating your own work and/or the work of other staff when carrying out plant installation activities and maintaining good working relationships with your line manager and work colleagues, including other departments and customers
      duty
      1. Contribute to the planning and organisation of plant installation activities
      2. Contribute to effective working relationships for plant installation activities
      knowledge
      1. Health and safety legislation, regulations and safe working practices and procedures
      • relevant parts of the Health and Safety at Work Act, Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations, Control of Substances Hazardous to
      2. Health Regulations, Electricity at Work Regulations, Manual Handling
      3. Operations Regulations, Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment
      4. Regulations, your companys health and safety policies and procedures for your workplace
      5. Planning methods and techniques
      • planning methods and techniques that you can use to organise your work and the work of others effectively offering suggestions to improve planning and organisational procedures
      6. Information systems and procedures
      • manufacturers information statutory requirements method statements, risk assessments, permits to work
      7. Codes of Practice your organisations work practices and procedures and information systems that need to be adhered to
      8. Working relationships
      • the importance of establishing and maintaining good and effective working relationships in planning and organising work that involves others (i.e. colleagues, other trades, customers)
      • how to avoid conflict with colleagues, tradespeople, customers
      9. Communication methods and procedures
      • how to communicate with colleagues, customers and other personnel when planning, organising and carrying out plant maintenance and repair activities
      • your organisations communication procedures and instructions
      • the different types of communication that can be used: telephone; facsimile; two-way radio; memorandum; letters; notes; face-to-face
      10. Reporting lines and procedures
      • your organisations procedures and instructions associated with the organisation and planning of plant maintenance and repair activities
      11. Creating and maintaining working relationships
      • what constitutes effective working relationships
      ‐ working together towards a target or aim
      ‐ assisting each other to reach the targets
      • importance of maintaining effective working relationships to improve efficiency and output
      • responsibilities of self and others
      ‐ maintain targets
      ‐ assisting others with work
      ‐ giving help and guidance where and when necessary
      12. Problems affecting working relationships
      • colleagues and other people's behaviour breakdown in communications being uncooperative misinterpreting job requirements other factors that may affect good working relationships
      13. Lines of communication and responsibilities
      • the responsibilities of line managers and colleagues in your organisation; when you may need to communicate with them and how to do so
      • the importance of keeping people informed (line manager, colleagues, customers) of work activities, progress and results and quantity of detail required
      • the importance of being polite when requesting assistance
      • procedures to follow before starting work
      • procedures to follow during, and on the completion of plant maintenance and repair activities
      context
      Types of engineering activities installation of plant machinery and equipment
      • Complexity of activities these activities would be carried out on site or client's/hirers premises planned installation of plant and equipment and their associated systems and components, depending on the installation environment; typical examples could include construction sites; client/hirers premises; working at height; unfavourable weather conditions; working below ground; confined spaces dealing with problems, breakdowns and emergencies
      • Level and extent of responsibility the responsibility extends to organising and supervising your own and work of other staff on a day-to-day basis and requires you to provide technical expertise to the work of others as required. This would be in accordance with organisational procedures and requirements for the installation of plant machinery and equipment
      • Methods of communicating activities use of the following methods of communication activities: spoken; written; electronic
      • Groups of people with which relationships should be maintained establishing and maintaining working relationships and dealing with difficulties whilst still maintaining relationships with colleagues, customers, general public, supervisors and line managers when dealing with own work and the work of others
      • Communications reporting to others in a fair and honest manner and seeking guidance, advice and assistance informing others of their work activities and plans, work progress and results
      suite
      Plant Installation (Construction)
    4. Direct and guide the movement of vehicles, plant or
      cosvr396 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting materials, components, tools and ancillary equipment to direct and guide the movement of loaded and unloaded vehicles, plant or machinery, preparing for and directing and guiding the movement of loaded and unloaded vehicles, plant or machinery This standard is for people working independently or in a team required to direct and guide the movement of loaded and unloaded vehicles, plant or machinery and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the work and resources and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      5. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      6. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      7. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      5. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      6. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      7. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ signalling and communication equipment
      ‐ barriers, cones, signs
      ‐ lighting equipment
      ‐ hand tools and ancillary equipment
      • identify weight/bearing pressures, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure for directing and guiding the movement of vehicles, plant and machinery
      2. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, plant and vehicle movement plans and manufacturers' information related to the movement of vehicles, plant or machinery
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the movement of vehicles, plant or machinery and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of tools
      • safe use and storage of equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. selection of resources associated with own work
      • hand tools and ancillary equipment
      • signalling and communication equipment
      6. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      7. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      8. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      9. demonstration of work skills to measure, gauge, estimate, interpret, judge, explain, prepare, command, direct, guide, indicate, inform, instruct, sign, position, move, secure, signal and relay
      10. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and signalling and communication equipment
      11. direct and guide the movement of loaded and unloaded vehicles, including articulated vehicles and plant or machinery (wheeled or tracked) to given working instructions, relating to the following
      • hand signals
      • hand signalling equipment
      • verbal and electronic communication equipment
      12. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      13. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings, signalling and radio communication
      14. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      16. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      18. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, plant and vehicle movement plans, manufacturers' information and Codes of Practice for the direction and guidance of vehicle, plant and machinery
      19. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      20. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, ancillary equipment, signalling and communication equipment
      21. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the differences between directing and guiding movement, directing and guiding operations and slinging and signalling
      ‐ interpret a work management plan and vehicle movement plan
      ‐ identify the hierarchy of traffic control measures and pedestrian separation
      ‐ organise and ensure the maintenance of holding areas, routes, exclusion zones, markers and signs
      ‐ assess and determine the movement of vehicles, plant and machinery, to include own position of safety, visibility, ground conditions and features, proximity hazards and weight limits
      ‐ recognise and react to changing conditions, ground, environment, weather, light, numbers and types of vehicles, plant and machinery
      ‐ liaise with, convey and collect information from and to, drivers and operators
      ‐ recognise and utilise movement aids (cameras, mirrors, audio and visual warnings, etc.)
      ‐ recognise blind-spots, potential crush zones and other limitations to driver visibility
      ‐ recognise the requirements of directing and guiding the movement of vehicles, plant and machinery onto and from public highways
      ‐ recognise the requirements of working on public highways
      ‐ direct and guide different vehicle types and size e.g. height, weight length, width, tracked, wheeled and articulated continued/...
      22. Methods of work (continued)
      • assess and determine the movement of loads, including unloading, discharging and loading requirements
      ‐ direct and guide vehicles, plant and machinery across rough or uneven terrain
      ‐ check the integrity of load securing equipment and stability of loads, prior to commencement of movements and on arrival, prior to release
      ‐ signal and communicate following recognised and agreed operational procedures
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ use hand tools and ancillary equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with directing and guiding the movement of vehicles, plant and machinery
      23. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      24. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      25. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Construction Operations and Civil Engineering Services (Construction)
      3. Site Logistics Operations (Construction)
      4. Temporary Traffic Management (Construction)
      5. Tunnelling Operations (Construction)
      6. Fencing
      7. Treework
    5. Dismantle installed plant and equipment
      cospi26 This standard is about interpreting and implementing specifications and instructions for dismantling plant machinery and equipment on construction sites, hirers/clients premises and selecting and modifying techniques and procedures to achieve the best possible result in the applicable conditions
      duty
      work safely at all times, complying with health and safety and other relevant regulations and guidelines establish and where appropriate mark component for re-assembly ensure that any stored energy or substances are released safely and correctly make all isolations and disconnections to the equipment in line with approved procedures carry out the dismantling to the agreed level using correct tools and techniques store components for reuse in approved locations dispose of unwanted components and substances in accordance with approved procedures deal promptly and effectively with problems within your control and report those that cannot be solved
      knowledge
      1. Health and safety legislation, regulations and safe working practices and procedures
      • relevant parts of the Health and Safety at Work Act, Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations, Control of Substances Hazardous to
      2. Health Regulations, Electricity at Work Regulations, Manual Handling
      3. Operations Regulations, Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment
      4. Regulations, your companys health and safety policies and procedures for your workplace use of personal protective equipment specific health and safety issues relating to the dismantling of plant machinery and equipment, including working at height; working in confined spaces; working below ground; injuries through falling, slipping, trapping hands, fingers, limbs
      5. Dismantling instructions and related specifications
      • manufacturers technical literature your organisations instructions and procedures for carrying out specific dismantling activities
      • job/site requirements
      • method statements
      • risk assessments
      • safe systems of work
      • codes of practice
      6. Dismantling, methods and techniques
      • lifting equipment, mechanical cranes, manufacturers specialist tools and equipment, lifting accessories or dismantling equipment
      • hand and power tools
      • your organisations relevant tools and equipment to carry out specific dismantling activities
      • plant machinery and equipment familiarity i.e. the machines in your organisations fleet and the different methods and procedures required for dismantling them
      • the importance of dismantling plant installations in the correct sequence
      7. Handling equipment methods and techniques
      • safe manual handling methods
      • use of mechanical lifting aids: mobile cranes, mechanical cranes, lifting accessories to aid in dismantling installations
      • safe removal procedures and use of personal protective equipment specific for the handling of dismantled components
      8. Tool and equipment care and control procedures
      • lifting equipment and lifting accessories, hand and power tool care and storage of tools and equipment in a workshop or on site, clients/hirers premises
      • types of damage and defect that can occur during dismantling
      ‐ leaks/lubricants, fuels, coolants
      ‐ scoring and marking of parts and components
      ‐ damage/breakage
      • your organisations instructions and procedures for dealing with damages and defects to plant machinery equipment, associated components and tools and equipment
      9. Waste disposal procedures
      • your organisations procedures for disposing of waste substances (hazardous and non-hazardous)
      10. Reporting lines and procedures
      • your organisations reporting lines and procedures associated with the installation of plant machinery and equipment
      context
      Level and extent of responsibility for this standard the candidates responsibility is limited to working within detailed specifications and following clearly defined procedures. In some cases the candidate will still be expected to refer to others (e.g. chargehand, supervisor) for final authorisation
      • Types of assets to be dismantled associated with plant installations used in the construction and allied industries and plant hire industries; typical examples could include: goods hoists; passenger hoists; transport platforms; tower cranes; mobile cranes; mobile plant; static plant
      • Dismantling methods and techniques to be used typical methods and techniques could include manual handling, use of lifting aids and accessories, use of hand and powered tools safe systems of work for the dismantling of the installation removal and storage of assemblies, sub-assemblies, parts and components, and ancillary equipment
      • Types of disconnections to be made disconnections could include power supply; retaining devices (nuts, bolts, pins, clips); linkages; wire ropes; controls; levers; plug in devices; ties; anchors; supports; mast sections; cable and associated connections; pipework; safety devices
      • Complexity of dismantling to be carried out there will be a significant number of parts and components to be dismantled and some securing points and connections may be difficult to access and could be complex to achieve, depending on the specific installation, typical examples could include site conditions; hirers/clients premises; confined spaces; working at height; working below ground
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      Plant Installation (Construction)
    6. Guide formation of piles
      COSVR239 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting materials, components, equipment, preparing and guiding a piling rig and other plant for the formation and/or installation of piles.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are controlled
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, sequence, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to at least five of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • safe use and storage of lifting accessories
      • safe movement of plant and machinery
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      • consumables
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clean and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, position, secure, align, level and adjust
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. guide and monitor the piling rig for the formation and/or installation of piles to given working instructions, using at least one of the following methods
      • sheet
      • pressed
      • driven
      • rotary bored
      • driven cast in-situ
      • mini or micro
      • continuous flight auger
      • displacement flight auger
      • slurry walling
      • tripod
      • vibro
      • diaphragm walling
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, instructions, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, electronic data, manufacturers' information, tool-box talks, daily briefings, work instructions, certificates and permits relating to piling operations
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the sequence of work
      ‐ identify and follow the installation quality requirements and report variations
      ‐ recognise how recording and reporting accurate information will support quality outcomes
      ‐ recognise how information can contribute to building information modelling
      ‐ work to datum marks, lines, plumbs and levels
      ‐ recognise the uses and characteristics of piling materials
      ‐ recognise changes in ground conditions and soil types
      ‐ recognise the potential effects of installing piles near to existing structures
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery 910 support the rigging and de-rigging of piling plant and machinery
      ‐ assist in the preparation for use, maintenance in use, close down, cleaning and preparation for transportation of plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ direct and guide the movement and operations of plant and machinery
      ‐ recognise the requirements for conducting lifting operations, planning, supervision and safe completion
      ‐ identify and check lifting accessories
      ‐ liaise with appointed persons and lift supervisors and position lifting equipment
      ‐ ensure piles are installed in accordance with setting-out and reference points to given tolerances
      ‐ guide, align, level and check the bore or drive position for at least one of the following methods: sheet, pressed, driven rotary bored, driven cast in-situ, mini or micro, continuous flight auger, displacement flight auger, slurry walling, tripod, vibro and diaphragm walling
      ‐ monitor and adjust the rake of the hole or pile
      ‐ maintain records of activities completed and report to the supervisor
      ‐ guide the placement and extraction of support fluids
      ‐ fit and remove piling rig ancillaries
      ‐ prepare, position and place reinforcement steel and other components
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ identify and report variations
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with guiding piling rigs for the formation and installation of piles
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ lifting equipment and ancillaries
      ‐ piling materials
      ‐ hand tools, power tools, plant, machinery and ancillary equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to guide formation of piles
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Piling Operations (Construction)
    7. Operate earth pressure balance and slurry tunnel boring machines to construct and form tunnels
      COSVR771 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment, and preparing and operating an earth pressure balance or slurry tunnel boring machine to construct and form tunnels.
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, computer generated data, specifications, method statements, task briefings, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment/systems
      • safe use and storage of machinery
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, evaluate, adjust, communicate, align, manoeuvre, position, construct and form
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. prepare and operate at least one of the following tunnel boring machines (TBM) to construct and form tunnels to given working instructions
      • earth pressure balance TBM
      • slurry TBM
      13. analyse and process computer generated data
      14. shut down and secure the machine
      15. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      16. Communication
      • discussions, electronic data and briefings
      17. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      18. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      19. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk and COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, task and tool box talks, statutory regulations and official guidance
      20. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      21. Information
      • drawings, computer generated data, specifications, schedules, method statements, task briefings, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures, official guidance and current regulations governing tunnelling and the operation of tunnel boring machines
      22. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      23. Maintenance
      • operative care of machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      24. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the TBM used for the construction and formation of tunnels
      ‐ carry out function checks for the tunnelling operation
      ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ carry out the tunnelling operation using an earth pressure balance or slurry TBM
      ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
      ‐ operate hydraulic systems
      ‐ interpret, analyse and process the visual display and computer data systems to advance the machine's operation
      ‐ identify working parameters (ground pressures/strata changes)
      ‐ identify alignment and rate of advance
      ‐ adjust machine settings, as required, to maintain alignment
      ‐ record and report information
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ shut down and secure the TBM
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating earth pressure balance or slurry tunnel boring machines to construct and form tunnels
      25. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      26. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      27. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      28. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants, attachments and aids for construction and formation work
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify quantity and length associated with the method/procedure to operate earth pressure balance or slurry tunnel boring machines to construct and form tunnels
      29. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      30. Skills
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      suite
      Tunnelling Operations (Construction)
    8. Operate plant or machinery attachments
      cosvr399 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, using plant, machinery, materials, components, tools and ancillary equipment, setting up, operating, closing down and removing attachments This standard is for people working independently or in a team who fit, operate and remove attachments for plant or machinery and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible working practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • attachments, tools and ancillary equipment
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to prepare, configure, align, fit, connect, fasten, adjust, secure, check, manoeuvre, operate, disconnect, remove and store
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. fit, operate and remove plant attachments to given working instructions for at least one of the following
      • lift and transfer
      • cut or shear or sever
      • bore or drill
      • drive
      • hammer
      • vibrate
      • remove
      • compact or level
      • mix
      • access as a work platform
      • demolish or process
      13. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      14. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      15. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      16. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      17. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      18. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      19. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing plant and machinery attachments
      20. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      21. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, attachments and ancillary equipment
      22. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify relevant attachment documentation
      ‐ select attachment compatible to the plant and machinery for: lifting, transferring, cutting, shearing, severing, boring, drilling, driving, hammering, removing, compacting, levelling, accessing, demolishing and processing
      ‐ configure plant and machinery to accept attachments
      ‐ fit attachments
      ‐ operate, maintain, manoeuvre, shut down and secure plant and machinery with an attachment
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ recognise signals given to fit and remove attachments
      ‐ disconnect attachments
      ‐ remove attachments and move plant and machinery
      ‐ secure and store attachments
      ‐ transport attachments
      ‐ use hand tools and equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with the use of plant and machinery attachments
      23. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      24. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      suite
      Plant Operations (Construction)
    9. Operate plant or machinery from a floating vessel
      cosvr403 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting materials, components and equipment, preparing for, moving, containing and securing plant or machinery to a floating vessel This standard is for people who operate plant or machinery attached or mounted on a floating vessel and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible working practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, lift plans, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the floating vessel operation and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the floating vessel operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery on floating vessels
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • plant, machinery, attachments, tools and ancillary equipment
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment, accessories and lifting accessories
      10. carry out plant operations from a floating vessel to given working instructions, protocols and Codes of Practice, relating to the movement and operation for at least six of the following activities
      • lift
      • transfer
      • extract
      • excavate
      • construct
      • form
      • receive
      • access
      • distribute
      • demolish
      • process
      11. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      12. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      13. Communication
      14. discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      15. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      16. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      ‐ man overboard
      17. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures(including marine life saving equipment)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE including life jackets)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, lift plans, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing operations from and with, a floating vessel
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, plant, machinery and ancillary equipment
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ mobilise and demobilise plant for floating vessel operations
      ‐ identify the restrictions on plant and machinery when operating on a floating vessel
      ‐ counter the effects of floating vessel movement during plant and machinery operations
      ‐ carry out function checks for the control of plant and machinery on the floating vessel
      ‐ confirm the area of work for the operation
      ‐ recognise operational limitations and de-ratings
      ‐ confirm safety and security requirements
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ synchronise movements with other plant and machinery on a floating vessel
      ‐ prepare, manoeuvre, position, sea fasten and set up plant and machinery for operations
      ‐ stop, shut down operations and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools and equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with plant and machinery operations from a floating vessel
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Construction Diving Operations
    10. Operate plant or machinery from a floating vessel
      cosvr403 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting materials, components and equipment, preparing for, moving, containing and securing plant or machinery to a floating vessel This standard is for people who operate plant or machinery attached or mounted on a floating vessel and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible working practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, lift plans, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the floating vessel operation and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the floating vessel operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery on floating vessels
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • plant, machinery, attachments, tools and ancillary equipment
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment, accessories and lifting accessories
      10. carry out plant operations from a floating vessel to given working instructions, protocols and Codes of Practice, relating to the movement and operation for at least six of the following activities
      • lift
      • transfer
      • extract
      • excavate
      • construct
      • form
      • receive
      • access
      • distribute
      • demolish
      • process
      11. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      12. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      13. Communication
      14. discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      15. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      16. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      ‐ man overboard
      17. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures(including marine life saving equipment)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE including life jackets)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, lift plans, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing operations from and with, a floating vessel
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, plant, machinery and ancillary equipment
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ mobilise and demobilise plant for floating vessel operations
      ‐ identify the restrictions on plant and machinery when operating on a floating vessel
      ‐ counter the effects of floating vessel movement during plant and machinery operations
      ‐ carry out function checks for the control of plant and machinery on the floating vessel
      ‐ confirm the area of work for the operation
      ‐ recognise operational limitations and de-ratings
      ‐ confirm safety and security requirements
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ synchronise movements with other plant and machinery on a floating vessel
      ‐ prepare, manoeuvre, position, sea fasten and set up plant and machinery for operations
      ‐ stop, shut down operations and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools and equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with plant and machinery operations from a floating vessel
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Construction Diving Operations
    11. Operate plant or machinery to compact
      cosvr394 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment for plant or machinery operations, setting up, operating and shutting down plant or machinery for compaction work This standard is for people working independently or as part of a team to operate plant or machinery to compact and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      2. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
      ‐ attachments, compaction aids
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery to carry out compaction work
      3. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position and compact
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. operate plant or machinery for compaction to given working instructions, relating to one of the following categories
      • ride on rollers
      • compactors
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for compaction work
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools and ancillary equipment
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for compaction operations
      ‐ carry out function checks for compaction operations
      ‐ identify with the area for the compaction work
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
      ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
      ‐ recognise different compaction methods
      ‐ recognise and work compaction patterns
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ complete compaction work
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for compaction work
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      25. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Sub-structure Work Occupations (Construction)
    12. Operate plant or machinery to construct or form
      cosvr390 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment for plant or machinery operations, operating and shutting down plant or machinery for construction or formation work This standard is for people working independently or as part of a team to operate plant or machinery to construct or form and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Perrformance Criteria 3
      4. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      5. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      6. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      7. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      8. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      9. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      2. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      3. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      4. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
      ‐ attachments and aids for construction or formation work
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery used to carry out construction and formation work
      5. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position, construct or form
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. operate plant or machinery to construct or form to given working instructions relating to one of the following categories
      • graders
      • piling rigs
      • drilling rigs
      • dozers
      • tunnelling plant and equipment
      • formwork rig (slipform, climbing, jumping)
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      15. Scope/range related Communication to knowledge and
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for construction or formation
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for construction and formation operations
      ‐ carry out function checks for the construction and formation operation
      ‐ identify the area for the construction and formation work
      ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ complete construction and formation work
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for construction or formation work
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Demolition (Construction)
      3. Piling Operations (Construction)
      4. Tunnelling Operations (Construction)
    13. Operate plant or machinery to construct or form
      cosvr390 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment for plant or machinery operations, operating and shutting down plant or machinery for construction or formation work This standard is for people working independently or as part of a team to operate plant or machinery to construct or form and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Perrformance Criteria 3
      4. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      5. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      6. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      7. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      8. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      9. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      2. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      3. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      4. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
      ‐ attachments and aids for construction or formation work
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery used to carry out construction and formation work
      5. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position, construct or form
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. operate plant or machinery to construct or form to given working instructions relating to one of the following categories
      • graders
      • piling rigs
      • drilling rigs
      • dozers
      • tunnelling plant and equipment
      • formwork rig (slipform, climbing, jumping)
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      15. Scope/range related Communication to knowledge and
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for construction or formation
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for construction and formation operations
      ‐ carry out function checks for the construction and formation operation
      ‐ identify the area for the construction and formation work
      ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ complete construction and formation work
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for construction or formation work
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Demolition (Construction)
      3. Piling Operations (Construction)
      4. Tunnelling Operations (Construction)
    14. Operate plant or machinery to construct or form legacy
      cosvr390 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment for plant or machinery operations, operating and shutting down plant or machinery for construction or formation work This standard is for people working independently or as part of a team to operate plant or machinery to construct or form and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position, construct or form
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. operate plant or machinery to construct or form to given working instructions relating to one of the following categories
      • graders
      • piling rigs
      • drilling rigs
      • dozers
      • tunnelling plant and equipment
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for construction or formation
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for construction and formation operations
      ‐ carry out function checks for the construction and formation operation
      ‐ identify the area for the construction and formation work
      ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ complete construction and formation work
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for construction or formation work
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Demolition (Construction)
      3. Piling Operations (Construction)
      4. Tunnelling Operations (Construction)
    15. Operate plant or machinery to construct or form legacy
      cosvr390 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment for plant or machinery operations, operating and shutting down plant or machinery for construction or formation work This standard is for people working independently or as part of a team to operate plant or machinery to construct or form and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position, construct or form
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. operate plant or machinery to construct or form to given working instructions relating to one of the following categories
      • graders
      • piling rigs
      • drilling rigs
      • dozers
      • tunnelling plant and equipment
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for construction or formation
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for construction and formation operations
      ‐ carry out function checks for the construction and formation operation
      ‐ identify the area for the construction and formation work
      ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ complete construction and formation work
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for construction or formation work
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Demolition (Construction)
      3. Piling Operations (Construction)
      4. Tunnelling Operations (Construction)
    16. Operate plant or machinery to construct piles
      COSVR752 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment for piling plant or machinery operations, preparing, operating and shutting down plant or machinery for the construction of piles.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the given, relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for given, relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are controlled
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to at least five of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • safe use and storage of lifting accessories
      • safe use of access equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage, and third parties
      8. maintain a clean and tidy work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, align, position, fit, drive or bore, monitor, construct, record and report
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. prepare, operate and maintain piling plant or machinery to construct piles to given working instructions relating to at least one of the following
      • driven; to include pitch, lifting, handling, driving and monitoring the rate of penetration of piling materials
      • pressed; to include pitch, pressing, extracting, walking and monitoring the rate of penetration of piling materials
      • rotary; to include pitch, control extracted spoil, rate of penetration and extraction
      • mini or micro piling, (driven or rotary); to include working in areas of restricted access
      • diaphragm walling; to include excavating, lifting and handling piling materials and monitoring rate of excavation and control of extracted spoil
      • vibro; to include dry top feed and bottom feed stone columns, rapid impact compaction and vibro concrete columns
      13. stop, shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. record and report activities, including progress and completion
      15. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      16. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      17. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      18. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      19. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk and COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      20. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      21. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, electronic data, manufacturers' information, tool-box talks, daily briefings, work instructions, certificates, permits and current regulations governing the operation of piling plant and machinery
      22. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      23. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant, machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      24. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for the construction of piles
      ‐ carry out operator maintenance and function checks
      ‐ identify the area for piling, the working platform, safe access and egress points
      ‐ confirm supplied information, piling materials and resources match site conditions prior to commencing work and report changes
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ install, or contribute to the installation of piles using at least one of the following methods: sheet, pressed, driven, rotary bored, driven cast in-situ, mini or micro, continuous flight auger, displacement flight auger, slurry walling, tripod, vibro or diaphragm walling
      ‐ identify and follow the installation quality requirements
      ‐ recognise how recording and reporting accurate information will support quality outcomes
      ‐ recognise how information can contribute to building information modelling
      ‐ work to datum marks, lines, plumbs and levels
      ‐ recognise changes in ground conditions and soil types and report
      ‐ recognise the potential effects of installing piles near to existing structures
      ‐ operate with, around and in close proximity to other plant and machinery
      ‐ support the rigging and de-rigging of piling plant and machinery
      ‐ assist in the preparation for use, maintenance in use, close down, cleaning and preparation for transportation of plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ comply with instructions when being directed and guided
      ‐ recognise the requirements for conducting lifting operations, planning, supervision and safe completion
      ‐ identify, select and check lifting accessories
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ identify and report variations
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ identify the criteria for plant and machinery travelling on public highways
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for the construction of piles
      25. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      26. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      27. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      28. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
      ‐ attachments and aids for the construction of piles
      ‐ hand tools, power tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • identify weight, quantity, length, height and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant and machinery used to construct piles
      29. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      30. Skills
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      suite
      Piling Operations (Construction)
    17. Operate plant or machinery to excavate
      cosvr389 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment for plant or machinery operations, setting up, operating and shutting down plant or machinery for carrying out excavation work This standard is for people working independently to operate plant or machinery to excavate ground and loose materials and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      2. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      3. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
      ‐ attachments and excavation aids
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • Identify weight, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery to excavate ground and loose materials
      4. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • attachments, tools and ancillary equipment
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, operate, manoeuvre, position, excavate, measure and remove
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. operate plant or machinery to excavate ground and loose materials to given working instructions relating to one of the following categories
      • excavators
      • trenchers
      • dozers
      • loading shovels
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for excavation work
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for excavating operations
      ‐ carry out function checks for excavation work
      ‐ identify the area to be excavated
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
      ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ excavate accurately to line and level
      ‐ use equipment to gauge and measure
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ excavate materials safely and securely
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery to excavate ground and loose materials
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Piling Operations (Construction)
      3. Sub-structure Work Occupations (Construction)
      4. Fencing
    18. Operate plant or machinery to extract
      cosvr388 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment for plant or machinery operations, setting up, operating and shutting down plant or machinery for carrying out extraction work This standard is for people working independently to operate plant or machinery to extract, ground, face and loose materials or commodities and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      2. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      3. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
      ‐ attachments and extraction aids
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery to extract ground and loose materials
      4. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • attachments, tools and ancillary equipment
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position, extract, form, remove and load
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. operate plant or machinery to extract ground, face and loose materials or commodities to given working instructions relating to one of the following categories
      • excavators
      • loading shovels
      • skid steer loaders
      • motorised scrapers
      • trenchers
      • draglines
      • dozers
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for extraction work
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for extraction operations
      ‐ carry out function checks for the extraction operation
      ‐ identify the area to be extracted
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
      ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ extract, remove and load materials and commodities safely and securely
      ‐ form and remove stockpiles
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant or machinery to extract ground, loose materials and commodities
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Piling Operations (Construction)
      3. Sub-structure Work Occupations (Construction)
      4. Treework
    19. Operate plant or machinery to lay and distribute
      cosvr393 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment for plant or machinery operations, setting up, operating and shutting down plant or machinery for laying and distribution work This standard is for people working independently or as part of a team to operate plant or machinery to lay and distribute materials and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      2. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
      ‐ attachments, laying and distribution aids
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, quantity, pressures, length and area associated with the method/procedure to carry out laying and distribution work
      3. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position, mix, lay, distribute and compact
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. operate plant or machinery for laying and distribution work to given working instructions, relating to at least one of the following categories
      • soil stabilisers
      • binder spreaders
      • motorised scrapers
      • towed scrapers
      • dozers
      • laser screeders
      • topping spreaders
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for laying and distribution work
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools and ancillary equipment
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for laying and distribution operations
      ‐ carry out function checks for the laying and distribution work
      ‐ identify with the area for the laying and distribution work
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ confirm material characteristics
      ‐ lay and distribute materials in laying patterns
      ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
      ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ complete laying and distribution work
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for laying and distribution work
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      25. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Cladding Occupations (Construction)
      3. Piling Operations (Construction)
      4. Plant Installation (Construction)
      5. Site Logistics Operations (Construction)
      6. Sub-structure Work Occupations (Construction)
      7. Specialist Installation Occupations (Construction)
      8. Fencing
      9. Treework
    20. Operate plant or machinery to process
      cosvr395 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment for plant or machinery operations, setting up, operating and shutting down plant or machinery to carry out processing work This standard is for people working independently to operate plant or machinery to process and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position and process
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. operate plant or machinery for processing operations to given working instructions, relating to at least one of the following categories
      • crushers
      • screeners
      • batching plant
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for carrying out processing work
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for processing operations
      ‐ carry out function checks for process operations
      ‐ identify with the area for the process work
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ carry out the processing work
      ‐ deal with blockages prior to, during and on completion of operations
      ‐ deposit processed materials
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for process work
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      25. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      suite
      Plant Operations (Construction)
    21. Operate plant or machinery to receive and transport loads
      cosvr391 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment for plant or machinery operations, setting up, operating and shutting down plant or machinery to receive and transport bulk material loads This standard is for people working independently to operate plant or machinery that receives and transports bulk material loads and can be used by
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      2. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
      ‐ attachments and load coverings
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, quantity, pressure, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery for receiving and transporting bulk material loads
      3. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      4. Operate plant or machinery to receive and transport loads
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. operate plant or machinery to receive and transport bulk material loads to given working instructions, relating to one of the following categories
      • concrete pumps
      • forward tipping dumpers
      • tractors complete with towed equipment
      • tunnelling plant and equipment
      • dump trucks
      • bowsers
      • volumetric truck
      11. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery to receive and transport loads
      17. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools and ancillary equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for the receipt and transportation operations
      ‐ carry out function checks to receive and transport loads
      ‐ identify characteristics, type and volume of loads to receive and transport
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ receive, secure and balance loads for transport
      ‐ transport and deposit loads
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for receiving and transporting bulk material loads
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Piling Operations (Construction)
      3. Site Logistics Operations (Construction)
      4. Sub-structure Work Occupations (Construction)
      5. Tunnelling Operations (Construction)
      6. Fencing
    22. Operate plant or machinery to sweep, clean or clear
      COSVR761 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment, preparing, setting up, operating and shutting down plant or machinery for sweeping, cleaning and clearing.
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least five of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, prepare, refill, replenish, set up, align, engage, adjust, manoeuvre, empty, wash out, clear and clean
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment
      12. operate plant or machinery to given working instructions to sweep and to carry out at least two of the following
      • tipping of lifted materials
      • scrub clean
      • hose clean, wet sweep
      • pressure wash clean
      • suck empty or clear
      • blow clear
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, work instructions, manufacturers' information, waste carriers register and current regulations governing the operation of plant or machinery
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant or machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant, machinery and equipment used to sweep, clean and clear
      ‐ liaise with site representative
      ‐ complete pre-use and post stop checks for sweeper, cleaner, clearer and ancillary equipment
      ‐ carry out functional checks
      ‐ identify the area to be swept, cleaned and cleared
      ‐ check to avoid damage to structures, utilities service apparatus, vehicles, people and animals
      ‐ prepare, set up and adjust for operational requirements, safety and security
      ‐ operate plant, machinery and equipment; gears, clutch, brake, steering, reversing aids, speed and position for sweeping, cleaning and clearing patterns, sequences and operations
      ‐ monitor operations making use of audio and visual aids
      ‐ identify and deal with waste streams
      ‐ empty and discharge hopper and dispose of lifted materials
      ‐ recognise and avoid fly tipping
      ‐ form stockpiles
      ‐ replenish, refill water from remote hydrants
      ‐ monitor brush wear
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ deal with spills of oil, diesel, petrol and chemicals
      ‐ washout hopper
      ‐ operate in various conditions, day, night, low light, restricted visibility changing weather conditions
      ‐ shut down and secure plant or machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for sweeping, cleaning and clearing
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      25. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      26. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      27. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables
      ‐ brushes, hoses and nozzles
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant or machinery for sweeping, cleaning and clearing
      28. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      29. Skills
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      suite
      1. Road building and Maintenance
      2. Piling Operations (Construction)
    23. Operate plant or machinery used as work platforms
      cosvr392 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment with the plant or machinery operations, setting up, operating and shutting down of plant or machinery used as work platforms This standard is for people working independently or as part of a team to operate plant or machinery used as work platforms and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      2. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
      ‐ attachments and accessing aids
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery used as work platforms
      3. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position, access and set down
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. operate plant or machinery used as work platforms to given working instructions, relating to one of the following categories
      • mobile elevated working platforms
      • mast climbing work platforms
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      ‐ rescue plans
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, working in restricted areas, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used as work platforms
      ‐ identify valid certification for maintenance, inspection and thorough examination
      ‐ carry out function checks for accessing operation
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability and ground conditions affecting the work and surrounding area
      ‐ identify and remain aware of the area of operation to include potential entrapment situations
      ‐ use of fall prevention equipment
      ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
      ‐ position, set up and secure plant and machinery for accessing operations
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ operate, manoeuvre, position, set down and secure
      ‐ operate and travel on public highways
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery used as work platforms
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      25. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Accessing Operations and Rigging (Construction)
      3. Demolition (Construction)
      4. Erection of Precast Concrete (Construction)
      5. Removal of Hazardous and Non-hazardous Waste (Construction)
      6. Site Logistics Operations (Construction)
      7. Specialist Installation Occupations (Construction)
      8. Sub-structure Work Occupations (Construction)
      9. Thermal Insulation (Construction)
      10. Fencing
    24. Operate road rail plant
      cosvr398 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, using plant or machinery, tools and ancillary equipment, setting up, operating and shutting down plant or machinery for work on tracks This standard is for people working independently and as part of a team to operate road rail plant for building, repair and maintenance of railway track and surrounding areas and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      2. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      3. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables, fittings, fuels, oils, lubricants
      ‐ accessories
      ‐ hand tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating weight, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate road rail plant
      4. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, work package plans, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant and machinery
      • safe use of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • attachments, tools and ancillary equipment
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to prepare, manoeuvre, configure, place, travel, negotiate, set, operate and remove
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment attachments and/or accessories
      12. operate road rail plant to given working instructions for at least one of the following
      • lift carry and/or transfer
      • extract
      • excavate
      • construct and/or form
      • receive and/or transport
      • access as a work platform
      • lay and/or distribute
      • compact
      • demolish and/or process
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, lift plans, work package plans, risk assessments, certification and manufacturers' information for the operation of road rail plant
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, plant and machinery and ancillary equipment
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for rail operations
      ‐ operate, maintain, shut down and secure road rail plant and machinery
      ‐ identify the documentation and certification requirements for road rail plant, machinery, equipment and attachments
      ‐ operate radios
      ‐ recognise current signalling systems in use for road rail plant
      ‐ place the plant and machine on and off rails
      ‐ identify the criteria for movements within possessions
      ‐ recognise and avoid damage to axle counter equipment, force transducers and accelerometers
      ‐ avoid damage to infrastructure including track, lineside and undertrack equipment supporting structures, routes of cables and services
      ‐ work on cants and gradients
      ‐ negotiate points and crossings
      ‐ move failed machines
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating road rail plant
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Fencing
    25. Plant installation basic maintenance
      cospi27 This standard is about the competence required by an individual to carry out basic maintenance procedures and activities to specification on plant installations and their associated equipment
      duty
      work safely at all times, complying with health and safety and other relevant regulations and guidelines follow the relevant maintenance schedules to carry out the required work carry out the maintenance activities within the limits of your personal authority carry out the maintenance activities in the specified sequence and in an agreed timescale report any instances where the maintenance activities cannot be fully met or where there are identified defects outside the planned schedule complete relevant maintenance records accurately and pass them on to the appropriate person dispose of waste materials in accordance with safe working practices and approved procedures
      knowledge
      1. Health and safety legislation, regulations and safe working practices and procedures
      • relevant information for current legislation, approved Codes of
      2. Practice and official guidance and how it is applied your companys health and safety policies and procedures for your workplace the health and safety issues specific to basic maintenance on plant installations including
      • use of personal protective equipment
      ‐ manual handling procedures
      ‐ reasons for care and protection of surrounding areas and persons who may be affected by, but not engaged in, the work
      ‐ working at height
      ‐ avoidance of slipping on wet/greasy surfaces
      3. Maintenance schedules and related specifications
      • manufacturers maintenance schedules and related specifications for the plant and equipment you are working on use of manufacturers operation and maintenance manuals
      4. Maintenance methods and procedures
      • the routine maintenance methods and procedures required by the manufacturer and your organisational instructions and procedures
      • carrying out minor adjustments in accordance with specifications, e.g. linkages, cables, controls
      • checking for leaks, loose/worn fittings
      • the types of resource that are available and their suitability for different maintenance tasks
      ‐ lubricants
      ‐ replacement parts
      ‐ reusable parts
      ‐ tools and equipment
      ‐ consumables: fastenings, pins, bolts, nuts, etc
      • methods and procedures to adopt when replenishing lubricants
      ‐ different types of application techniques for lubricants, e.g. grease gun, brush, oil cans, oil measures, funnels, brush, spray
      ‐ problems that can occur during basic maintenance tasks and how they can be rectified
      ‐ spillages of substances and how to deal with them
      5. Maintenance records and documentation procedures
      • the importance of keeping servicing and maintenance records
      • the records kept in your organisation in relation to planned maintenance
      • organisational and statutory requirements
      • service history of individual machines
      • operational efficiency
      • customer requirements (where applicable)
      6. Equipment operating and care and control procedures
      • operating machines and equipment to carry out functional and safety checks prior to, and on completion of, servicing and maintenance tasks
      • carrying out sensory checks on completion of work to check for leaks, defects, smells, sounds etc
      • visual checking of machines and ancillary equipment
      7. Maintenance authorisation procedures and limits of responsibility and authority
      • your organisations procedures and instructions for authorisation
      8. Waste disposal procedures
      • your organisations procedures for the handling and disposal of waste material and substances
      9. Reporting lines and procedures
      • organisational reporting and communication procedure when carrying out basic maintenance tasks
      context
      Level and extent of responsibility for this standard, responsibility extends to carrying out basic maintenance tasks as directed by your supervisor/authorised person
      • Assets or equipment to be maintained the plant installations and their associated systems are those typically used in the construction and plant hire industries and could include goods hoists; passenger hoists; transport platforms; tower cranes; mobile cranes; mobile plant; static plant
      • Types of maintenance procedures and activities the servicing and maintenance procedures and activities that would be undertaken under operational conditions on construction sites, clients/hirers premises typical basic maintenance activities could include replenishment of lubricants; easily replaced components; lubrication of parts and components, wire ropes etc; cleaning parts and components; securing fastenings, e.g. nuts, bolts, pins, linkages; replacing fastenings, nuts, bolts, pins, etc; carrying out minor adjustments disposing of waste materials and substances in accordance with manufacturers specifications and organisational procedures and instructions
      • Quality standards and accuracy to be achieved in accordance with manufacturers specifications and organisational instructions and procedures
      suite
      Plant Installation (Construction)
    26. Plant operations from a barge - legacy
      cosvr403 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 preparing for, moving, containing and anchoring the barge vessel for plant operations
      duty
      interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe work practices request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why and when personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality and sizes of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ barge vessel
      ‐ consumables, lubricant, fuels
      ‐ attachments
      ‐ hand tools, accessories and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating weight, ballast, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure for plant operations from, and control of, a barge
      2. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the barge operation and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the barge operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoid hazards by following given safety information, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to carry out the activity in accordance with legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and/or organisational requirements
      5. safe use and storage of plant and barge vessel, tools and equipment
      6. safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
      7. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      8. selection of resources associated with own work
      • plant, machinery, attachments, tools and ancillary equipment
      9. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      10. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      11. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
      12. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, communicate, operate, manoeuvre, control, position and anchor
      13. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      14. manoeuvre, position and secure the plant to the barge and ballast and anchor the barge
      15. carry out plant operations from a barge to given working instructions, protocols and Codes of Practice, relating to the movement of the plant and barge, for one or more of the following operations
      • lift
      • transfer
      • extract
      • excavate
      • construct
      • form
      • receive
      • transport
      • access
      • lay
      • distribute
      • compact
      • demolish
      • process
      16. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      17. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      18. Communication
      • discussions, sketches and briefings
      19. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      20. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      21. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      22. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information statutory regulations and official guidance
      23. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, manufacturers' information and regulations governing operations from, and with, a barge vessel
      24. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      25. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and ancillary equipment
      26. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the barge vessel appropriate to the plant operation
      ‐ carry out performance checks for the control of plant or machinery on the barge
      ‐ confirm the area of work for the operation
      ‐ confirm safety and security requirements
      ‐ prepare, manoeuvre, position, anchor, ballast and set up the barge for plant operations
      ‐ carry out plant operations for the control of barges to recognised codes of practice
      ‐ stop, shut down operations and secure plant and barge
      ‐ use hand tools and equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with the operations and control of a barge
      27. personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
      28. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      29. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      30. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Construction Diving Operations
    27. Plant operations from a barge - legacy
      cosvr403 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 preparing for, moving, containing and anchoring the barge vessel for plant operations
      duty
      interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe work practices request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why and when personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality and sizes of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ barge vessel
      ‐ consumables, lubricant, fuels
      ‐ attachments
      ‐ hand tools, accessories and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating weight, ballast, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure for plant operations from, and control of, a barge
      2. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the barge operation and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the barge operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoid hazards by following given safety information, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to carry out the activity in accordance with legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and/or organisational requirements
      5. safe use and storage of plant and barge vessel, tools and equipment
      6. safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
      7. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      8. selection of resources associated with own work
      • plant, machinery, attachments, tools and ancillary equipment
      9. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      10. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      11. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
      12. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, communicate, operate, manoeuvre, control, position and anchor
      13. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      14. manoeuvre, position and secure the plant to the barge and ballast and anchor the barge
      15. carry out plant operations from a barge to given working instructions, protocols and Codes of Practice, relating to the movement of the plant and barge, for one or more of the following operations
      • lift
      • transfer
      • extract
      • excavate
      • construct
      • form
      • receive
      • transport
      • access
      • lay
      • distribute
      • compact
      • demolish
      • process
      16. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      17. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      18. Communication
      • discussions, sketches and briefings
      19. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      20. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      21. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      22. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information statutory regulations and official guidance
      23. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, manufacturers' information and regulations governing operations from, and with, a barge vessel
      24. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      25. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and ancillary equipment
      26. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the barge vessel appropriate to the plant operation
      ‐ carry out performance checks for the control of plant or machinery on the barge
      ‐ confirm the area of work for the operation
      ‐ confirm safety and security requirements
      ‐ prepare, manoeuvre, position, anchor, ballast and set up the barge for plant operations
      ‐ carry out plant operations for the control of barges to recognised codes of practice
      ‐ stop, shut down operations and secure plant and barge
      ‐ use hand tools and equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with the operations and control of a barge
      27. personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
      28. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      29. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      30. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Construction Diving Operations
    28. Prepare plant or machinery prior to operational
      cosvr386 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and tools to prepare plant, machinery or equipment for operational performance. Preparing and setting up plant, machinery or equipment prior to operational performance This standard is for people working independently or as part of a team to prepare, set up and check, plant, machinery or equipment prior to operational performance and can be used by operatives, technicians, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      2. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, quantity, bearing, volume, length and area associated with the method/procedure to prepare plant, machinery and equipment prior to operational performance
      3. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe preparation for use of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • attachments, tools and ancillary equipment
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to fit, attach, set up, adjust, secure, check, confirm and remove
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. prepare plant, machinery or equipment prior to operational performance to given working instructions relating to
      • set up
      • functional checks
      • operational performance
      • safety and security
      13. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      14. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      15. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      16. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      17. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      18. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      19. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant or machinery or the use of equipment
      20. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      21. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      22. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ find information for preparing plant and machinery including attachments and ancillary equipment
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ complete pre-use checks
      ‐ select ancillary equipment and accessories
      ‐ prepare, set up and adjust for operational requirements, safety and security
      ‐ complete function checks
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ operate and move plant and machinery, and use equipment
      ‐ move and remove attachments, ancillary equipment and accessories
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing plant, machinery and equipment prior to operations
      23. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      24. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Fencing
    duty
    1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
    2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
    3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
    4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
    5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
    6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
    7. interpret the given information relating to the work and confirm its relevance
    8. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
    9. comply with the given, relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
    10. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
    11. select resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
    12. Contribute to the planning and organisation of plant installation activities
    13. Contribute to effective working relationships for plant installation activities
    14. work safely at all times, complying with health and safety and other relevant regulations and guidelines establish and where appropriate mark component for re-assembly ensure that any stored energy or substances are released safely and correctly make all isolations and disconnections to the equipment in line with approved procedures carry out the dismantling to the agreed level using correct tools and techniques store components for reuse in approved locations dispose of unwanted components and substances in accordance with approved procedures deal promptly and effectively with problems within your control and report those that cannot be solved
    15. work safely at all times, complying with health and safety and other relevant regulations and guidelines follow the relevant maintenance schedules to carry out the required work carry out the maintenance activities within the limits of your personal authority carry out the maintenance activities in the specified sequence and in an agreed timescale report any instances where the maintenance activities cannot be fully met or where there are identified defects outside the planned schedule complete relevant maintenance records accurately and pass them on to the appropriate person dispose of waste materials in accordance with safe working practices and approved procedures
    16. interpret the given operating information relating to the work and resources and confirm its relevance
    17. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
    18. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
    19. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
    20. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe work practices request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
    knowledge
    1. Interpretation of information
    • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
    • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
    • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
    2. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
    3. Selection of resources
    • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
    • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
    • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
    • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are controlled
    4. Minimise the risk of damage
    • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
    • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
    5. Meet the contract specification
    • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
    • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
    6. Allocated time
    • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
    7. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
    8. Organise with others
    • communication of ideas between team members
    • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
    • the skills required to carry out the work
    9. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for given, relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
    10. Request resources
    • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
    11. Selection of resources
    • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with resources and how defects should be rectified
    • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
    • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
    • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are controlled
    12. Meet the contract specification
    • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
    • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
    13. Health and safety legislation, regulations and safe working practices and procedures
    • relevant parts of the Health and Safety at Work Act, Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations, Control of Substances Hazardous to
    14. Health Regulations, Electricity at Work Regulations, Manual Handling
    15. Operations Regulations, Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment
    16. Regulations, your companys health and safety policies and procedures for your workplace
    17. Planning methods and techniques
    • planning methods and techniques that you can use to organise your work and the work of others effectively offering suggestions to improve planning and organisational procedures
    18. Information systems and procedures
    • manufacturers information statutory requirements method statements, risk assessments, permits to work
    19. Codes of Practice your organisations work practices and procedures and information systems that need to be adhered to
    20. Working relationships
    • the importance of establishing and maintaining good and effective working relationships in planning and organising work that involves others (i.e. colleagues, other trades, customers)
    • how to avoid conflict with colleagues, tradespeople, customers
    21. Communication methods and procedures
    • how to communicate with colleagues, customers and other personnel when planning, organising and carrying out plant maintenance and repair activities
    • your organisations communication procedures and instructions
    • the different types of communication that can be used: telephone; facsimile; two-way radio; memorandum; letters; notes; face-to-face
    22. Reporting lines and procedures
    • your organisations procedures and instructions associated with the organisation and planning of plant maintenance and repair activities
    23. Creating and maintaining working relationships
    • what constitutes effective working relationships
    ‐ working together towards a target or aim
    ‐ assisting each other to reach the targets
    • importance of maintaining effective working relationships to improve efficiency and output
    • responsibilities of self and others
    ‐ maintain targets
    ‐ assisting others with work
    ‐ giving help and guidance where and when necessary
    24. Problems affecting working relationships
    • colleagues and other people's behaviour breakdown in communications being uncooperative misinterpreting job requirements other factors that may affect good working relationships
    25. Lines of communication and responsibilities
    • the responsibilities of line managers and colleagues in your organisation; when you may need to communicate with them and how to do so
    • the importance of keeping people informed (line manager, colleagues, customers) of work activities, progress and results and quantity of detail required
    • the importance of being polite when requesting assistance
    • procedures to follow before starting work
    • procedures to follow during, and on the completion of plant maintenance and repair activities
    26. Regulations, your companys health and safety policies and procedures for your workplace use of personal protective equipment specific health and safety issues relating to the dismantling of plant machinery and equipment, including working at height; working in confined spaces; working below ground; injuries through falling, slipping, trapping hands, fingers, limbs
    27. Dismantling instructions and related specifications
    • manufacturers technical literature your organisations instructions and procedures for carrying out specific dismantling activities
    • job/site requirements
    • method statements
    • risk assessments
    • safe systems of work
    • codes of practice
    28. Dismantling, methods and techniques
    • lifting equipment, mechanical cranes, manufacturers specialist tools and equipment, lifting accessories or dismantling equipment
    • hand and power tools
    • your organisations relevant tools and equipment to carry out specific dismantling activities
    • plant machinery and equipment familiarity i.e. the machines in your organisations fleet and the different methods and procedures required for dismantling them
    • the importance of dismantling plant installations in the correct sequence
    29. Handling equipment methods and techniques
    • safe manual handling methods
    • use of mechanical lifting aids: mobile cranes, mechanical cranes, lifting accessories to aid in dismantling installations
    • safe removal procedures and use of personal protective equipment specific for the handling of dismantled components
    30. Tool and equipment care and control procedures
    • lifting equipment and lifting accessories, hand and power tool care and storage of tools and equipment in a workshop or on site, clients/hirers premises
    • types of damage and defect that can occur during dismantling
    ‐ leaks/lubricants, fuels, coolants
    ‐ scoring and marking of parts and components
    ‐ damage/breakage
    • your organisations instructions and procedures for dealing with damages and defects to plant machinery equipment, associated components and tools and equipment
    31. Waste disposal procedures
    • your organisations procedures for disposing of waste substances (hazardous and non-hazardous)
    32. Reporting lines and procedures
    • your organisations reporting lines and procedures associated with the installation of plant machinery and equipment
    33. Health and safety legislation, regulations and safe working practices and procedures
    • relevant information for current legislation, approved Codes of
    34. Practice and official guidance and how it is applied your companys health and safety policies and procedures for your workplace the health and safety issues specific to basic maintenance on plant installations including
    • use of personal protective equipment
    ‐ manual handling procedures
    ‐ reasons for care and protection of surrounding areas and persons who may be affected by, but not engaged in, the work
    ‐ working at height
    ‐ avoidance of slipping on wet/greasy surfaces
    35. Maintenance schedules and related specifications
    • manufacturers maintenance schedules and related specifications for the plant and equipment you are working on use of manufacturers operation and maintenance manuals
    36. Maintenance methods and procedures
    • the routine maintenance methods and procedures required by the manufacturer and your organisational instructions and procedures
    • carrying out minor adjustments in accordance with specifications, e.g. linkages, cables, controls
    • checking for leaks, loose/worn fittings
    • the types of resource that are available and their suitability for different maintenance tasks
    ‐ lubricants
    ‐ replacement parts
    ‐ reusable parts
    ‐ tools and equipment
    ‐ consumables: fastenings, pins, bolts, nuts, etc
    • methods and procedures to adopt when replenishing lubricants
    ‐ different types of application techniques for lubricants, e.g. grease gun, brush, oil cans, oil measures, funnels, brush, spray
    ‐ problems that can occur during basic maintenance tasks and how they can be rectified
    ‐ spillages of substances and how to deal with them
    37. Maintenance records and documentation procedures
    • the importance of keeping servicing and maintenance records
    • the records kept in your organisation in relation to planned maintenance
    • organisational and statutory requirements
    • service history of individual machines
    • operational efficiency
    • customer requirements (where applicable)
    38. Equipment operating and care and control procedures
    • operating machines and equipment to carry out functional and safety checks prior to, and on completion of, servicing and maintenance tasks
    • carrying out sensory checks on completion of work to check for leaks, defects, smells, sounds etc
    • visual checking of machines and ancillary equipment
    39. Maintenance authorisation procedures and limits of responsibility and authority
    • your organisations procedures and instructions for authorisation
    40. Waste disposal procedures
    • your organisations procedures for the handling and disposal of waste material and substances
    41. Reporting lines and procedures
    • organisational reporting and communication procedure when carrying out basic maintenance tasks
    42. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
    43. Selection of resources
    • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
    • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
    • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
    • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    44. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible working practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
    45. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
    • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible working practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
    46. Perrformance Criteria 3
    47. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
    • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why and when personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
    48. Selection of resources
    • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
    • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
    • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
    • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    skill
    1. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ signalling and communication equipment
    ‐ barriers, cones, signs
    ‐ lighting equipment
    ‐ hand tools and ancillary equipment
    • identify weight/bearing pressures, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure for directing and guiding the movement of vehicles, plant and machinery
    2. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company and operative
    • own occupation and occupations related to the work
    3. own occupation and occupations related to the work
    4. Protect work
    • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
    5. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
    ‐ attachments, compaction aids
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery to carry out compaction work
    6. Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    7. Programme
    • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    8. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
    ‐ attachments and aids for construction or formation work
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery used to carry out construction and formation work
    9. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
    ‐ attachments and excavation aids
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • Identify weight, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery to excavate ground and loose materials
    10. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
    ‐ attachments and extraction aids
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery to extract ground and loose materials
    11. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
    ‐ attachments, laying and distribution aids
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, quantity, pressures, length and area associated with the method/procedure to carry out laying and distribution work
    12. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
    ‐ attachments and load coverings
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, quantity, pressure, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery for receiving and transporting bulk material loads
    13. Operate plant or machinery to receive and transport loads
    14. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
    ‐ attachments and accessing aids
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery used as work platforms
    15. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables, fittings, fuels, oils, lubricants
    ‐ accessories
    ‐ hand tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating weight, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate road rail plant
    16. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality and sizes of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ barge vessel
    ‐ consumables, lubricant, fuels
    ‐ attachments
    ‐ hand tools, accessories and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating weight, ballast, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure for plant operations from, and control of, a barge
    17. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, quantity, bearing, volume, length and area associated with the method/procedure to prepare plant, machinery and equipment prior to operational performance
    context
    1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to at least four of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use of access equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • safe use and storage of lifting accessories
    • specific risks to health
    3. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials, components and fixings
    • tools and equipment
    • consumables
    4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
    5. maintain a clean and tidy work space
    6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
    7. demonstration of work skills to measure, clean, inspect, prepare, assemble, fit, sample, position, place, monitor, extract and remove
    8. use and maintain hand tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
    9. contribute to the construction of specialist works by using tremie systems to place concrete or grout to given working instructions during at least one of the following operations
    • cast in-situ piling
    • diaphragm walling
    • under water or support fluid
    10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
    11. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    12. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    13. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    14. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
    15. Information
    • drawings, instructions, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, electronic data, manufacturers' information, concrete pour records, tool-box talks, daily briefing, work instructions, certificates and permits related to tremie operations
    16. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    17. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
    18. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method and area of work and materials used, to
    ‐ contribute to the construction of specialist works by placing concrete or grout using tremie systems for cast in-situ piling, diaphragm walling and under water or support fluids
    ‐ identify and follow the installation quality requirements
    ‐ recognise how recording and reporting accurate information will support quality outcomes
    ‐ recognise how information can contribute to building information modelling
    ‐ work to datum marks, lines, plumbs and levels
    ‐ recognise the uses and characteristics of materials
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the movement and operations of plant and machinery
    ‐ recognise the requirements for conducting lifting operations, planning, supervision and safe completion
    ‐ identify, select and check lifting accessories
    ‐ prepare, assemble, maintain, check, disassemble and clean tremie equipment
    ‐ monitor the production (if on site) and delivery of concrete or grout for consistency, quantity and quality
    ‐ extract concrete or grout samples for testing
    ‐ recognise the effects of additives and retardants that can be used in concrete or grout mixes
    ‐ determine combination of tremie lengths and control the rate of tremie pipe extraction
    ‐ handle displaced fluids
    ‐ install protection to formed structure to prevent access and support the curing process
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ identify and report variations
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ complete pour records
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with carrying out tremie operations
    19. Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    20. Programme
    • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    21. Protect work
    • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
    22. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ tremie systems
    ‐ concrete or grout and delivery systems
    ‐ tremie materials
    ‐ lifting equipment and accessories
    ‐ consumables
    ‐ hand tools, power tools, plant, machinery and ancillary equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • identify quantity, length, area, volume, and wastage associated with the method and procedure to carry out tremie operations
    23. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company and operative
    24. demonstration of work skills to measure, communicate, prepare, position, fit, secure, remove, clean and maintain
    25. install or contribute to the installation of bored and/or driven piles and/or specialist works to given working instructions using at least one of the following methods
    • sheet
    • pressed
    • driven
    • rotary bored
    • driven cast-in-situ
    • mini or micro
    • continuous flight auger
    • displacement flight auger
    • slurry walling
    • tripod
    • vibro
    • diaphragm walling
    26. Fire extinguishers
    • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
    27. Information
    • drawings, instructions, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, electronic data, manufacturers' information, tool-box talks, daily briefings, work instructions, certificates and permits related to piling operations
    28. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
    29. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ install or contribute to the installation of piles using at least one of the following methods: sheet, pressed, driven, rotary bored, driven cast in-situ, mini or micro, continuous flight auger, displacement flight auger, slurry walling, tripod, vibro, diaphragm walling
    ‐ identify and follow the installation quality requirements
    ‐ recognise how recording and reporting accurate information will support quality outcomes
    ‐ recognise how information can contribute to building information modelling
    ‐ work to datum marks, lines, plumbs and levels
    ‐ recognise the uses and characteristics of piling materials
    ‐ recognise changes in ground conditions and soil types
    ‐ recognise the potential effects of installing piles near to existing structures
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ support the rigging and de-rigging of piling plant and machinery
    ‐ assist in the preparation for use, maintenance in use, close down, cleaning and preparation for transportation of plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ direct and guide the movement and operations of plant and machinery
    ‐ recognise the requirements for conducting lifting operations, planning, supervision and safe completion
    ‐ identify, select and check lifting accessories
    ‐ install protection to pile tops to prevent access and damage
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ identify and report variations
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with piling operations
    30. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ piling materials
    ‐ lifting equipment and accessories
    ‐ consumables
    ‐ hand tools, power tools, plant, machinery and ancillary equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • identify quantity, volume, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to contribute to the piling operation
    31. interpretation of drawings, specifications, sequence, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    32. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to at least five of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use of access equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • safe use and storage of lifting accessories
    • safe movement of plant and machinery
    • specific risks to health
    33. demonstration of work skills to measure, position, secure, align, level and adjust
    34. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    35. guide and monitor the piling rig for the formation and/or installation of piles to given working instructions, using at least one of the following methods
    • sheet
    • pressed
    • driven
    • rotary bored
    • driven cast in-situ
    • mini or micro
    • continuous flight auger
    • displacement flight auger
    • slurry walling
    • tripod
    • vibro
    • diaphragm walling
    36. Information
    • drawings, instructions, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, electronic data, manufacturers' information, tool-box talks, daily briefings, work instructions, certificates and permits relating to piling operations
    37. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the sequence of work
    ‐ identify and follow the installation quality requirements and report variations
    ‐ recognise how recording and reporting accurate information will support quality outcomes
    ‐ recognise how information can contribute to building information modelling
    ‐ work to datum marks, lines, plumbs and levels
    ‐ recognise the uses and characteristics of piling materials
    ‐ recognise changes in ground conditions and soil types
    ‐ recognise the potential effects of installing piles near to existing structures
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery 910 support the rigging and de-rigging of piling plant and machinery
    ‐ assist in the preparation for use, maintenance in use, close down, cleaning and preparation for transportation of plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ direct and guide the movement and operations of plant and machinery
    ‐ recognise the requirements for conducting lifting operations, planning, supervision and safe completion
    ‐ identify and check lifting accessories
    ‐ liaise with appointed persons and lift supervisors and position lifting equipment
    ‐ ensure piles are installed in accordance with setting-out and reference points to given tolerances
    ‐ guide, align, level and check the bore or drive position for at least one of the following methods: sheet, pressed, driven rotary bored, driven cast in-situ, mini or micro, continuous flight auger, displacement flight auger, slurry walling, tripod, vibro and diaphragm walling
    ‐ monitor and adjust the rake of the hole or pile
    ‐ maintain records of activities completed and report to the supervisor
    ‐ guide the placement and extraction of support fluids
    ‐ fit and remove piling rig ancillaries
    ‐ prepare, position and place reinforcement steel and other components
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ identify and report variations
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with guiding piling rigs for the formation and installation of piles
    38. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ lifting equipment and ancillaries
    ‐ piling materials
    ‐ hand tools, power tools, plant, machinery and ancillary equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to guide formation of piles
    39. organisation of own work
    40. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
    41. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to at least five of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
    • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
    • safe use and storage of lifting accessories
    • safe use of access equipment
    • specific risks to health
    42. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
    43. selection of resources associated with own work
    • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
    44. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage, and third parties
    45. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, align, position, fit, drive or bore, monitor, construct, record and report
    46. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
    47. prepare, operate and maintain piling plant or machinery to construct piles to given working instructions relating to at least one of the following
    • driven; to include pitch, lifting, handling, driving and monitoring the rate of penetration of piling materials
    • pressed; to include pitch, pressing, extracting, walking and monitoring the rate of penetration of piling materials
    • rotary; to include pitch, control extracted spoil, rate of penetration and extraction
    • mini or micro piling, (driven or rotary); to include working in areas of restricted access
    • diaphragm walling; to include excavating, lifting and handling piling materials and monitoring rate of excavation and control of extracted spoil
    • vibro; to include dry top feed and bottom feed stone columns, rapid impact compaction and vibro concrete columns
    48. stop, shut down and secure plant or machinery
    49. record and report activities, including progress and completion
    50. Communication
    • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
    51. Hazards
    • those identified by method of work, risk and COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    52. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    53. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, electronic data, manufacturers' information, tool-box talks, daily briefings, work instructions, certificates, permits and current regulations governing the operation of piling plant and machinery
    54. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    55. Maintenance
    • operative care of plant, machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    56. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for the construction of piles
    ‐ carry out operator maintenance and function checks
    ‐ identify the area for piling, the working platform, safe access and egress points
    ‐ confirm supplied information, piling materials and resources match site conditions prior to commencing work and report changes
    ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
    ‐ install, or contribute to the installation of piles using at least one of the following methods: sheet, pressed, driven, rotary bored, driven cast in-situ, mini or micro, continuous flight auger, displacement flight auger, slurry walling, tripod, vibro or diaphragm walling
    ‐ identify and follow the installation quality requirements
    ‐ recognise how recording and reporting accurate information will support quality outcomes
    ‐ recognise how information can contribute to building information modelling
    ‐ work to datum marks, lines, plumbs and levels
    ‐ recognise changes in ground conditions and soil types and report
    ‐ recognise the potential effects of installing piles near to existing structures
    ‐ operate with, around and in close proximity to other plant and machinery
    ‐ support the rigging and de-rigging of piling plant and machinery
    ‐ assist in the preparation for use, maintenance in use, close down, cleaning and preparation for transportation of plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ comply with instructions when being directed and guided
    ‐ recognise the requirements for conducting lifting operations, planning, supervision and safe completion
    ‐ identify, select and check lifting accessories
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ identify and report variations
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ identify the criteria for plant and machinery travelling on public highways
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
    ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for the construction of piles
    57. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
    ‐ attachments and aids for the construction of piles
    ‐ hand tools, power tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • identify weight, quantity, length, height and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant and machinery used to construct piles
    58. Skills
    • own occupation and occupations related to the work
    59. Types of engineering activities installation of plant machinery and equipment
    • Complexity of activities these activities would be carried out on site or client's/hirers premises planned installation of plant and equipment and their associated systems and components, depending on the installation environment; typical examples could include construction sites; client/hirers premises; working at height; unfavourable weather conditions; working below ground; confined spaces dealing with problems, breakdowns and emergencies
    • Level and extent of responsibility the responsibility extends to organising and supervising your own and work of other staff on a day-to-day basis and requires you to provide technical expertise to the work of others as required. This would be in accordance with organisational procedures and requirements for the installation of plant machinery and equipment
    • Methods of communicating activities use of the following methods of communication activities: spoken; written; electronic
    • Groups of people with which relationships should be maintained establishing and maintaining working relationships and dealing with difficulties whilst still maintaining relationships with colleagues, customers, general public, supervisors and line managers when dealing with own work and the work of others
    • Communications reporting to others in a fair and honest manner and seeking guidance, advice and assistance informing others of their work activities and plans, work progress and results
    60. Level and extent of responsibility for this standard the candidates responsibility is limited to working within detailed specifications and following clearly defined procedures. In some cases the candidate will still be expected to refer to others (e.g. chargehand, supervisor) for final authorisation
    • Types of assets to be dismantled associated with plant installations used in the construction and allied industries and plant hire industries; typical examples could include: goods hoists; passenger hoists; transport platforms; tower cranes; mobile cranes; mobile plant; static plant
    • Dismantling methods and techniques to be used typical methods and techniques could include manual handling, use of lifting aids and accessories, use of hand and powered tools safe systems of work for the dismantling of the installation removal and storage of assemblies, sub-assemblies, parts and components, and ancillary equipment
    • Types of disconnections to be made disconnections could include power supply; retaining devices (nuts, bolts, pins, clips); linkages; wire ropes; controls; levers; plug in devices; ties; anchors; supports; mast sections; cable and associated connections; pipework; safety devices
    • Complexity of dismantling to be carried out there will be a significant number of parts and components to be dismantled and some securing points and connections may be difficult to access and could be complex to achieve, depending on the specific installation, typical examples could include site conditions; hirers/clients premises; confined spaces; working at height; working below ground
    61. Level and extent of responsibility for this standard, responsibility extends to carrying out basic maintenance tasks as directed by your supervisor/authorised person
    • Assets or equipment to be maintained the plant installations and their associated systems are those typically used in the construction and plant hire industries and could include goods hoists; passenger hoists; transport platforms; tower cranes; mobile cranes; mobile plant; static plant
    • Types of maintenance procedures and activities the servicing and maintenance procedures and activities that would be undertaken under operational conditions on construction sites, clients/hirers premises typical basic maintenance activities could include replenishment of lubricants; easily replaced components; lubrication of parts and components, wire ropes etc; cleaning parts and components; securing fastenings, e.g. nuts, bolts, pins, linkages; replacing fastenings, nuts, bolts, pins, etc; carrying out minor adjustments disposing of waste materials and substances in accordance with manufacturers specifications and organisational procedures and instructions
    • Quality standards and accuracy to be achieved in accordance with manufacturers specifications and organisational instructions and procedures
    62. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, plant and vehicle movement plans and manufacturers' information related to the movement of vehicles, plant or machinery
    63. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the movement of vehicles, plant or machinery and the work to be carried out
    64. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use and storage of tools
    • safe use and storage of equipment
    • specific risks to health
    65. selection of resources associated with own work
    • hand tools and ancillary equipment
    • signalling and communication equipment
    66. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
    67. demonstration of work skills to measure, gauge, estimate, interpret, judge, explain, prepare, command, direct, guide, indicate, inform, instruct, sign, position, move, secure, signal and relay
    68. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and signalling and communication equipment
    69. direct and guide the movement of loaded and unloaded vehicles, including articulated vehicles and plant or machinery (wheeled or tracked) to given working instructions, relating to the following
    • hand signals
    • hand signalling equipment
    • verbal and electronic communication equipment
    70. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
    71. Communication
    • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings, signalling and radio communication
    72. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    73. Hazards
    • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    74. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    75. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, plant and vehicle movement plans, manufacturers' information and Codes of Practice for the direction and guidance of vehicle, plant and machinery
    76. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    77. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, ancillary equipment, signalling and communication equipment
    78. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the differences between directing and guiding movement, directing and guiding operations and slinging and signalling
    ‐ interpret a work management plan and vehicle movement plan
    ‐ identify the hierarchy of traffic control measures and pedestrian separation
    ‐ organise and ensure the maintenance of holding areas, routes, exclusion zones, markers and signs
    ‐ assess and determine the movement of vehicles, plant and machinery, to include own position of safety, visibility, ground conditions and features, proximity hazards and weight limits
    ‐ recognise and react to changing conditions, ground, environment, weather, light, numbers and types of vehicles, plant and machinery
    ‐ liaise with, convey and collect information from and to, drivers and operators
    ‐ recognise and utilise movement aids (cameras, mirrors, audio and visual warnings, etc.)
    ‐ recognise blind-spots, potential crush zones and other limitations to driver visibility
    ‐ recognise the requirements of directing and guiding the movement of vehicles, plant and machinery onto and from public highways
    ‐ recognise the requirements of working on public highways
    ‐ direct and guide different vehicle types and size e.g. height, weight length, width, tracked, wheeled and articulated continued/...
    79. Methods of work (continued)
    • assess and determine the movement of loads, including unloading, discharging and loading requirements
    ‐ direct and guide vehicles, plant and machinery across rough or uneven terrain
    ‐ check the integrity of load securing equipment and stability of loads, prior to commencement of movements and on arrival, prior to release
    ‐ signal and communicate following recognised and agreed operational procedures
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ use hand tools and ancillary equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with directing and guiding the movement of vehicles, plant and machinery
    80. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    81. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
    • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    82. selection of resources associated with own work
    • attachments, tools and ancillary equipment
    83. demonstration of work skills to prepare, configure, align, fit, connect, fasten, adjust, secure, check, manoeuvre, operate, disconnect, remove and store
    84. fit, operate and remove plant attachments to given working instructions for at least one of the following
    • lift and transfer
    • cut or shear or sever
    • bore or drill
    • drive
    • hammer
    • vibrate
    • remove
    • compact or level
    • mix
    • access as a work platform
    • demolish or process
    85. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing plant and machinery attachments
    86. Maintenance
    • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, attachments and ancillary equipment
    87. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify relevant attachment documentation
    ‐ select attachment compatible to the plant and machinery for: lifting, transferring, cutting, shearing, severing, boring, drilling, driving, hammering, removing, compacting, levelling, accessing, demolishing and processing
    ‐ configure plant and machinery to accept attachments
    ‐ fit attachments
    ‐ operate, maintain, manoeuvre, shut down and secure plant and machinery with an attachment
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ recognise signals given to fit and remove attachments
    ‐ disconnect attachments
    ‐ remove attachments and move plant and machinery
    ‐ secure and store attachments
    ‐ transport attachments
    ‐ use hand tools and equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with the use of plant and machinery attachments
    88. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, lift plans, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the floating vessel operation and the work to be carried out
    89. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the floating vessel operation and the work to be carried out
    90. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use and storage of plant or machinery on floating vessels
    • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
    91. selection of resources associated with own work
    • plant, machinery, attachments, tools and ancillary equipment
    92. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment, accessories and lifting accessories
    93. carry out plant operations from a floating vessel to given working instructions, protocols and Codes of Practice, relating to the movement and operation for at least six of the following activities
    • lift
    • transfer
    • extract
    • excavate
    • construct
    • form
    • receive
    • access
    • distribute
    • demolish
    • process
    94. shut down and secure plant or machinery
    95. Communication
    96. discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
    97. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    ‐ man overboard
    98. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures(including marine life saving equipment)
    ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE including life jackets)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    99. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, lift plans, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing operations from and with, a floating vessel
    100. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    101. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, plant, machinery and ancillary equipment
    102. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ mobilise and demobilise plant for floating vessel operations
    ‐ identify the restrictions on plant and machinery when operating on a floating vessel
    ‐ counter the effects of floating vessel movement during plant and machinery operations
    ‐ carry out function checks for the control of plant and machinery on the floating vessel
    ‐ confirm the area of work for the operation
    ‐ recognise operational limitations and de-ratings
    ‐ confirm safety and security requirements
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ synchronise movements with other plant and machinery on a floating vessel
    ‐ prepare, manoeuvre, position, sea fasten and set up plant and machinery for operations
    ‐ stop, shut down operations and secure plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools and equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with plant and machinery operations from a floating vessel
    103. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
    104. demonstration of work skills check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position and compact
    105. operate plant or machinery for compaction to given working instructions, relating to one of the following categories
    • ride on rollers
    • compactors
    106. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for compaction work
    107. Maintenance
    • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools and ancillary equipment
    108. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for compaction operations
    ‐ carry out function checks for compaction operations
    ‐ identify with the area for the compaction work
    ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
    ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
    ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
    ‐ recognise different compaction methods
    ‐ recognise and work compaction patterns
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ complete compaction work
    ‐ travel on public highways
    ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for compaction work
    109. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position, construct or form
    110. operate plant or machinery to construct or form to given working instructions relating to one of the following categories
    • graders
    • piling rigs
    • drilling rigs
    • dozers
    • tunnelling plant and equipment
    • formwork rig (slipform, climbing, jumping)
    111. Scope/range related Communication to knowledge and
    • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
    112. Hazards
    • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    113. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for construction or formation
    114. Maintenance
    • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    115. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for construction and formation operations
    ‐ carry out function checks for the construction and formation operation
    ‐ identify the area for the construction and formation work
    ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
    ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
    ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ complete construction and formation work
    ‐ travel on public highways
    ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for construction or formation work
    116. operate plant or machinery to construct or form to given working instructions relating to one of the following categories
    • graders
    • piling rigs
    • drilling rigs
    • dozers
    • tunnelling plant and equipment
    117. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, operate, manoeuvre, position, excavate, measure and remove
    118. operate plant or machinery to excavate ground and loose materials to given working instructions relating to one of the following categories
    • excavators
    • trenchers
    • dozers
    • loading shovels
    119. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for excavation work
    120. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for excavating operations
    ‐ carry out function checks for excavation work
    ‐ identify the area to be excavated
    ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
    ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
    ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ excavate accurately to line and level
    ‐ use equipment to gauge and measure
    ‐ travel on public highways
    ‐ excavate materials safely and securely
    ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery to excavate ground and loose materials
    121. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position, extract, form, remove and load
    122. operate plant or machinery to extract ground, face and loose materials or commodities to given working instructions relating to one of the following categories
    • excavators
    • loading shovels
    • skid steer loaders
    • motorised scrapers
    • trenchers
    • draglines
    • dozers
    123. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for extraction work
    124. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for extraction operations
    ‐ carry out function checks for the extraction operation
    ‐ identify the area to be extracted
    ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
    ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
    ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ extract, remove and load materials and commodities safely and securely
    ‐ form and remove stockpiles
    ‐ travel on public highways
    ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant or machinery to extract ground, loose materials and commodities
    125. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
    126. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position, mix, lay, distribute and compact
    127. operate plant or machinery for laying and distribution work to given working instructions, relating to at least one of the following categories
    • soil stabilisers
    • binder spreaders
    • motorised scrapers
    • towed scrapers
    • dozers
    • laser screeders
    • topping spreaders
    128. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for laying and distribution work
    129. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for laying and distribution operations
    ‐ carry out function checks for the laying and distribution work
    ‐ identify with the area for the laying and distribution work
    ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
    ‐ confirm material characteristics
    ‐ lay and distribute materials in laying patterns
    ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
    ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ complete laying and distribution work
    ‐ travel on public highways
    ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for laying and distribution work
    130. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position and process
    131. operate plant or machinery for processing operations to given working instructions, relating to at least one of the following categories
    • crushers
    • screeners
    • batching plant
    132. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for carrying out processing work
    133. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for processing operations
    ‐ carry out function checks for process operations
    ‐ identify with the area for the process work
    ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ carry out the processing work
    ‐ deal with blockages prior to, during and on completion of operations
    ‐ deposit processed materials
    ‐ travel on public highways
    ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for process work
    134. operate plant or machinery to receive and transport bulk material loads to given working instructions, relating to one of the following categories
    • concrete pumps
    • forward tipping dumpers
    • tractors complete with towed equipment
    • tunnelling plant and equipment
    • dump trucks
    • bowsers
    • volumetric truck
    135. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery to receive and transport loads
    136. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for the receipt and transportation operations
    ‐ carry out function checks to receive and transport loads
    ‐ identify characteristics, type and volume of loads to receive and transport
    ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ receive, secure and balance loads for transport
    ‐ transport and deposit loads
    ‐ travel on public highways
    ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for receiving and transporting bulk material loads
    137. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position, access and set down
    138. operate plant or machinery used as work platforms to given working instructions, relating to one of the following categories
    • mobile elevated working platforms
    • mast climbing work platforms
    139. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    ‐ rescue plans
    140. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery
    141. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, working in restricted areas, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    142. Maintenance
    • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment
    143. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used as work platforms
    ‐ identify valid certification for maintenance, inspection and thorough examination
    ‐ carry out function checks for accessing operation
    ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability and ground conditions affecting the work and surrounding area
    ‐ identify and remain aware of the area of operation to include potential entrapment situations
    ‐ use of fall prevention equipment
    ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
    ‐ position, set up and secure plant and machinery for accessing operations
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ operate, manoeuvre, position, set down and secure
    ‐ operate and travel on public highways
    ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery used as work platforms
    144. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, work package plans, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
    145. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use and storage of plant and machinery
    • safe use of tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    146. demonstration of work skills to prepare, manoeuvre, configure, place, travel, negotiate, set, operate and remove
    147. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment attachments and/or accessories
    148. operate road rail plant to given working instructions for at least one of the following
    • lift carry and/or transfer
    • extract
    • excavate
    • construct and/or form
    • receive and/or transport
    • access as a work platform
    • lay and/or distribute
    • compact
    • demolish and/or process
    149. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, lift plans, work package plans, risk assessments, certification and manufacturers' information for the operation of road rail plant
    150. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, plant and machinery and ancillary equipment
    151. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for rail operations
    ‐ operate, maintain, shut down and secure road rail plant and machinery
    ‐ identify the documentation and certification requirements for road rail plant, machinery, equipment and attachments
    ‐ operate radios
    ‐ recognise current signalling systems in use for road rail plant
    ‐ place the plant and machine on and off rails
    ‐ identify the criteria for movements within possessions
    ‐ recognise and avoid damage to axle counter equipment, force transducers and accelerometers
    ‐ avoid damage to infrastructure including track, lineside and undertrack equipment supporting structures, routes of cables and services
    ‐ work on cants and gradients
    ‐ negotiate points and crossings
    ‐ move failed machines
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ travel on public highways
    ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating road rail plant
    152. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the barge operation and the work to be carried out
    153. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the barge operation and the work to be carried out
    154. avoid hazards by following given safety information, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to carry out the activity in accordance with legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and/or organisational requirements
    155. safe use and storage of plant and barge vessel, tools and equipment
    156. safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
    157. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
    158. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
    159. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, communicate, operate, manoeuvre, control, position and anchor
    160. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    161. manoeuvre, position and secure the plant to the barge and ballast and anchor the barge
    162. carry out plant operations from a barge to given working instructions, protocols and Codes of Practice, relating to the movement of the plant and barge, for one or more of the following operations
    • lift
    • transfer
    • extract
    • excavate
    • construct
    • form
    • receive
    • transport
    • access
    • lay
    • distribute
    • compact
    • demolish
    • process
    163. Communication
    • discussions, sketches and briefings
    164. Hazards
    • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information statutory regulations and official guidance
    165. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, manufacturers' information and regulations governing operations from, and with, a barge vessel
    166. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    167. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools and ancillary equipment
    168. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the barge vessel appropriate to the plant operation
    ‐ carry out performance checks for the control of plant or machinery on the barge
    ‐ confirm the area of work for the operation
    ‐ confirm safety and security requirements
    ‐ prepare, manoeuvre, position, anchor, ballast and set up the barge for plant operations
    ‐ carry out plant operations for the control of barges to recognised codes of practice
    ‐ stop, shut down operations and secure plant and barge
    ‐ use hand tools and equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with the operations and control of a barge
    169. personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
    170. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe preparation for use of plant or machinery
    • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    171. demonstration of work skills to fit, attach, set up, adjust, secure, check, confirm and remove
    172. prepare plant, machinery or equipment prior to operational performance to given working instructions relating to
    • set up
    • functional checks
    • operational performance
    • safety and security
    173. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant or machinery or the use of equipment
    174. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ find information for preparing plant and machinery including attachments and ancillary equipment
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ complete pre-use checks
    ‐ select ancillary equipment and accessories
    ‐ prepare, set up and adjust for operational requirements, safety and security
    ‐ complete function checks
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ operate and move plant and machinery, and use equipment
    ‐ move and remove attachments, ancillary equipment and accessories
    ‐ travel on public highways
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with preparing plant, machinery and equipment prior to operations
    175. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least five of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
    • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
    • safe use of access equipment
    • specific risks to health
    176. selection of resources associated with own work
    • tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    177. demonstration of work skills to check, prepare, refill, replenish, set up, align, engage, adjust, manoeuvre, empty, wash out, clear and clean
    178. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment
    179. operate plant or machinery to given working instructions to sweep and to carry out at least two of the following
    • tipping of lifted materials
    • scrub clean
    • hose clean, wet sweep
    • pressure wash clean
    • suck empty or clear
    • blow clear
    180. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, work instructions, manufacturers' information, waste carriers register and current regulations governing the operation of plant or machinery
    181. Maintenance
    • operative care of plant or machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    182. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant, machinery and equipment used to sweep, clean and clear
    ‐ liaise with site representative
    ‐ complete pre-use and post stop checks for sweeper, cleaner, clearer and ancillary equipment
    ‐ carry out functional checks
    ‐ identify the area to be swept, cleaned and cleared
    ‐ check to avoid damage to structures, utilities service apparatus, vehicles, people and animals
    ‐ prepare, set up and adjust for operational requirements, safety and security
    ‐ operate plant, machinery and equipment; gears, clutch, brake, steering, reversing aids, speed and position for sweeping, cleaning and clearing patterns, sequences and operations
    ‐ monitor operations making use of audio and visual aids
    ‐ identify and deal with waste streams
    ‐ empty and discharge hopper and dispose of lifted materials
    ‐ recognise and avoid fly tipping
    ‐ form stockpiles
    ‐ replenish, refill water from remote hydrants
    ‐ monitor brush wear
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ travel on public highways
    ‐ deal with spills of oil, diesel, petrol and chemicals
    ‐ washout hopper
    ‐ operate in various conditions, day, night, low light, restricted visibility changing weather conditions
    ‐ shut down and secure plant or machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for sweeping, cleaning and clearing
    183. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables
    ‐ brushes, hoses and nozzles
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant or machinery for sweeping, cleaning and clearing
    184. interpretation of drawings, computer generated data, specifications, method statements, task briefings, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    185. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the machinery operation and the work to be carried out
    186. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use of access equipment/systems
    • safe use and storage of machinery
    • specific risks to health
    187. maintain a clean work space
    188. demonstration of work skills to check, evaluate, adjust, communicate, align, manoeuvre, position, construct and form
    189. prepare and operate at least one of the following tunnel boring machines (TBM) to construct and form tunnels to given working instructions
    • earth pressure balance TBM
    • slurry TBM
    190. analyse and process computer generated data
    191. shut down and secure the machine
    192. Communication
    • discussions, electronic data and briefings
    193. Hazards
    • those identified by method of work, risk and COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, task and tool box talks, statutory regulations and official guidance
    194. Information
    • drawings, computer generated data, specifications, schedules, method statements, task briefings, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures, official guidance and current regulations governing tunnelling and the operation of tunnel boring machines
    195. Maintenance
    • operative care of machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    196. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the TBM used for the construction and formation of tunnels
    ‐ carry out function checks for the tunnelling operation
    ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
    ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
    ‐ carry out the tunnelling operation using an earth pressure balance or slurry TBM
    ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
    ‐ operate hydraulic systems
    ‐ interpret, analyse and process the visual display and computer data systems to advance the machine's operation
    ‐ identify working parameters (ground pressures/strata changes)
    ‐ identify alignment and rate of advance
    ‐ adjust machine settings, as required, to maintain alignment
    ‐ record and report information
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ shut down and secure the TBM
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating earth pressure balance or slurry tunnel boring machines to construct and form tunnels
    197. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants, attachments and aids for construction and formation work
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify quantity and length associated with the method/procedure to operate earth pressure balance or slurry tunnel boring machines to construct and form tunnels
  3. Mobile Machine Operatives
    responsibility
    1. Carry out tremie operations
      COSVR236 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and positioning materials, components, ancillary equipment, preparing and using a tremie system to place concrete or grout for specialist works.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are controlled
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • safe use and storage of lifting accessories
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      • consumables
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clean and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, clean, inspect, prepare, assemble, fit, sample, position, place, monitor, extract and remove
      8. use and maintain hand tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
      9. contribute to the construction of specialist works by using tremie systems to place concrete or grout to given working instructions during at least one of the following operations
      • cast in-situ piling
      • diaphragm walling
      • under water or support fluid
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      15. Information
      • drawings, instructions, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, electronic data, manufacturers' information, concrete pour records, tool-box talks, daily briefing, work instructions, certificates and permits related to tremie operations
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method and area of work and materials used, to
      ‐ contribute to the construction of specialist works by placing concrete or grout using tremie systems for cast in-situ piling, diaphragm walling and under water or support fluids
      ‐ identify and follow the installation quality requirements
      ‐ recognise how recording and reporting accurate information will support quality outcomes
      ‐ recognise how information can contribute to building information modelling
      ‐ work to datum marks, lines, plumbs and levels
      ‐ recognise the uses and characteristics of materials
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the movement and operations of plant and machinery
      ‐ recognise the requirements for conducting lifting operations, planning, supervision and safe completion
      ‐ identify, select and check lifting accessories
      ‐ prepare, assemble, maintain, check, disassemble and clean tremie equipment
      ‐ monitor the production (if on site) and delivery of concrete or grout for consistency, quantity and quality
      ‐ extract concrete or grout samples for testing
      ‐ recognise the effects of additives and retardants that can be used in concrete or grout mixes
      ‐ determine combination of tremie lengths and control the rate of tremie pipe extraction
      ‐ handle displaced fluids
      ‐ install protection to formed structure to prevent access and support the curing process
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ identify and report variations
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ complete pour records
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with carrying out tremie operations
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ tremie systems
      ‐ concrete or grout and delivery systems
      ‐ tremie materials
      ‐ lifting equipment and accessories
      ‐ consumables
      ‐ hand tools, power tools, plant, machinery and ancillary equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • identify quantity, length, area, volume, and wastage associated with the method and procedure to carry out tremie operations
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Piling Operations (Construction)
    2. Contribute to the piling operation
      COSVR235 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting materials, components and equipment to provide ground support, preparing and installing or contributing to the installation of bored and/or driven piles and/or specialist works.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are controlled
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • safe use and storage of lifting accessories
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      • consumables
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clean and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, communicate, prepare, position, fit, secure, remove, clean and maintain
      8. use and maintain hand tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
      9. install or contribute to the installation of bored and/or driven piles and/or specialist works to given working instructions using at least one of the following methods
      • sheet
      • pressed
      • driven
      • rotary bored
      • driven cast-in-situ
      • mini or micro
      • continuous flight auger
      • displacement flight auger
      • slurry walling
      • tripod
      • vibro
      • diaphragm walling
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, instructions, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, electronic data, manufacturers' information, tool-box talks, daily briefings, work instructions, certificates and permits related to piling operations
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ install or contribute to the installation of piles using at least one of the following methods: sheet, pressed, driven, rotary bored, driven cast in-situ, mini or micro, continuous flight auger, displacement flight auger, slurry walling, tripod, vibro, diaphragm walling
      ‐ identify and follow the installation quality requirements
      ‐ recognise how recording and reporting accurate information will support quality outcomes
      ‐ recognise how information can contribute to building information modelling
      ‐ work to datum marks, lines, plumbs and levels
      ‐ recognise the uses and characteristics of piling materials
      ‐ recognise changes in ground conditions and soil types
      ‐ recognise the potential effects of installing piles near to existing structures
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ support the rigging and de-rigging of piling plant and machinery
      ‐ assist in the preparation for use, maintenance in use, close down, cleaning and preparation for transportation of plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ direct and guide the movement and operations of plant and machinery
      ‐ recognise the requirements for conducting lifting operations, planning, supervision and safe completion
      ‐ identify, select and check lifting accessories
      ‐ install protection to pile tops to prevent access and damage
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ identify and report variations
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with piling operations
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ piling materials
      ‐ lifting equipment and accessories
      ‐ consumables
      ‐ hand tools, power tools, plant, machinery and ancillary equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • identify quantity, volume, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to contribute to the piling operation
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Piling Operations (Construction)
    3. Co-ordinate plant installation work activities
      cospi28 This standard is about co-ordinating your own work and/or the work of other staff when carrying out plant installation activities and maintaining good working relationships with your line manager and work colleagues, including other departments and customers
      duty
      1. Contribute to the planning and organisation of plant installation activities
      2. Contribute to effective working relationships for plant installation activities
      knowledge
      1. Health and safety legislation, regulations and safe working practices and procedures
      • relevant parts of the Health and Safety at Work Act, Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations, Control of Substances Hazardous to
      2. Health Regulations, Electricity at Work Regulations, Manual Handling
      3. Operations Regulations, Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment
      4. Regulations, your companys health and safety policies and procedures for your workplace
      5. Planning methods and techniques
      • planning methods and techniques that you can use to organise your work and the work of others effectively offering suggestions to improve planning and organisational procedures
      6. Information systems and procedures
      • manufacturers information statutory requirements method statements, risk assessments, permits to work
      7. Codes of Practice your organisations work practices and procedures and information systems that need to be adhered to
      8. Working relationships
      • the importance of establishing and maintaining good and effective working relationships in planning and organising work that involves others (i.e. colleagues, other trades, customers)
      • how to avoid conflict with colleagues, tradespeople, customers
      9. Communication methods and procedures
      • how to communicate with colleagues, customers and other personnel when planning, organising and carrying out plant maintenance and repair activities
      • your organisations communication procedures and instructions
      • the different types of communication that can be used: telephone; facsimile; two-way radio; memorandum; letters; notes; face-to-face
      10. Reporting lines and procedures
      • your organisations procedures and instructions associated with the organisation and planning of plant maintenance and repair activities
      11. Creating and maintaining working relationships
      • what constitutes effective working relationships
      ‐ working together towards a target or aim
      ‐ assisting each other to reach the targets
      • importance of maintaining effective working relationships to improve efficiency and output
      • responsibilities of self and others
      ‐ maintain targets
      ‐ assisting others with work
      ‐ giving help and guidance where and when necessary
      12. Problems affecting working relationships
      • colleagues and other people's behaviour breakdown in communications being uncooperative misinterpreting job requirements other factors that may affect good working relationships
      13. Lines of communication and responsibilities
      • the responsibilities of line managers and colleagues in your organisation; when you may need to communicate with them and how to do so
      • the importance of keeping people informed (line manager, colleagues, customers) of work activities, progress and results and quantity of detail required
      • the importance of being polite when requesting assistance
      • procedures to follow before starting work
      • procedures to follow during, and on the completion of plant maintenance and repair activities
      context
      Types of engineering activities installation of plant machinery and equipment
      • Complexity of activities these activities would be carried out on site or client's/hirers premises planned installation of plant and equipment and their associated systems and components, depending on the installation environment; typical examples could include construction sites; client/hirers premises; working at height; unfavourable weather conditions; working below ground; confined spaces dealing with problems, breakdowns and emergencies
      • Level and extent of responsibility the responsibility extends to organising and supervising your own and work of other staff on a day-to-day basis and requires you to provide technical expertise to the work of others as required. This would be in accordance with organisational procedures and requirements for the installation of plant machinery and equipment
      • Methods of communicating activities use of the following methods of communication activities: spoken; written; electronic
      • Groups of people with which relationships should be maintained establishing and maintaining working relationships and dealing with difficulties whilst still maintaining relationships with colleagues, customers, general public, supervisors and line managers when dealing with own work and the work of others
      • Communications reporting to others in a fair and honest manner and seeking guidance, advice and assistance informing others of their work activities and plans, work progress and results
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      Plant Installation (Construction)
    4. Direct and guide the movement of vehicles, plant or
      cosvr396 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting materials, components, tools and ancillary equipment to direct and guide the movement of loaded and unloaded vehicles, plant or machinery, preparing for and directing and guiding the movement of loaded and unloaded vehicles, plant or machinery This standard is for people working independently or in a team required to direct and guide the movement of loaded and unloaded vehicles, plant or machinery and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the work and resources and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      5. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      6. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      7. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      5. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      6. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      7. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ signalling and communication equipment
      ‐ barriers, cones, signs
      ‐ lighting equipment
      ‐ hand tools and ancillary equipment
      • identify weight/bearing pressures, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure for directing and guiding the movement of vehicles, plant and machinery
      2. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, plant and vehicle movement plans and manufacturers' information related to the movement of vehicles, plant or machinery
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the movement of vehicles, plant or machinery and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of tools
      • safe use and storage of equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. selection of resources associated with own work
      • hand tools and ancillary equipment
      • signalling and communication equipment
      6. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      7. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      8. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      9. demonstration of work skills to measure, gauge, estimate, interpret, judge, explain, prepare, command, direct, guide, indicate, inform, instruct, sign, position, move, secure, signal and relay
      10. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and signalling and communication equipment
      11. direct and guide the movement of loaded and unloaded vehicles, including articulated vehicles and plant or machinery (wheeled or tracked) to given working instructions, relating to the following
      • hand signals
      • hand signalling equipment
      • verbal and electronic communication equipment
      12. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      13. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings, signalling and radio communication
      14. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      16. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      18. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, plant and vehicle movement plans, manufacturers' information and Codes of Practice for the direction and guidance of vehicle, plant and machinery
      19. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      20. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, ancillary equipment, signalling and communication equipment
      21. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the differences between directing and guiding movement, directing and guiding operations and slinging and signalling
      ‐ interpret a work management plan and vehicle movement plan
      ‐ identify the hierarchy of traffic control measures and pedestrian separation
      ‐ organise and ensure the maintenance of holding areas, routes, exclusion zones, markers and signs
      ‐ assess and determine the movement of vehicles, plant and machinery, to include own position of safety, visibility, ground conditions and features, proximity hazards and weight limits
      ‐ recognise and react to changing conditions, ground, environment, weather, light, numbers and types of vehicles, plant and machinery
      ‐ liaise with, convey and collect information from and to, drivers and operators
      ‐ recognise and utilise movement aids (cameras, mirrors, audio and visual warnings, etc.)
      ‐ recognise blind-spots, potential crush zones and other limitations to driver visibility
      ‐ recognise the requirements of directing and guiding the movement of vehicles, plant and machinery onto and from public highways
      ‐ recognise the requirements of working on public highways
      ‐ direct and guide different vehicle types and size e.g. height, weight length, width, tracked, wheeled and articulated continued/...
      22. Methods of work (continued)
      • assess and determine the movement of loads, including unloading, discharging and loading requirements
      ‐ direct and guide vehicles, plant and machinery across rough or uneven terrain
      ‐ check the integrity of load securing equipment and stability of loads, prior to commencement of movements and on arrival, prior to release
      ‐ signal and communicate following recognised and agreed operational procedures
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ use hand tools and ancillary equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with directing and guiding the movement of vehicles, plant and machinery
      23. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      24. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      25. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
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      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Construction Operations and Civil Engineering Services (Construction)
      3. Site Logistics Operations (Construction)
      4. Temporary Traffic Management (Construction)
      5. Tunnelling Operations (Construction)
      6. Fencing
      7. Treework
    5. Dismantle installed plant and equipment
      cospi26 This standard is about interpreting and implementing specifications and instructions for dismantling plant machinery and equipment on construction sites, hirers/clients premises and selecting and modifying techniques and procedures to achieve the best possible result in the applicable conditions
      duty
      work safely at all times, complying with health and safety and other relevant regulations and guidelines establish and where appropriate mark component for re-assembly ensure that any stored energy or substances are released safely and correctly make all isolations and disconnections to the equipment in line with approved procedures carry out the dismantling to the agreed level using correct tools and techniques store components for reuse in approved locations dispose of unwanted components and substances in accordance with approved procedures deal promptly and effectively with problems within your control and report those that cannot be solved
      knowledge
      1. Health and safety legislation, regulations and safe working practices and procedures
      • relevant parts of the Health and Safety at Work Act, Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations, Control of Substances Hazardous to
      2. Health Regulations, Electricity at Work Regulations, Manual Handling
      3. Operations Regulations, Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment
      4. Regulations, your companys health and safety policies and procedures for your workplace use of personal protective equipment specific health and safety issues relating to the dismantling of plant machinery and equipment, including working at height; working in confined spaces; working below ground; injuries through falling, slipping, trapping hands, fingers, limbs
      5. Dismantling instructions and related specifications
      • manufacturers technical literature your organisations instructions and procedures for carrying out specific dismantling activities
      • job/site requirements
      • method statements
      • risk assessments
      • safe systems of work
      • codes of practice
      6. Dismantling, methods and techniques
      • lifting equipment, mechanical cranes, manufacturers specialist tools and equipment, lifting accessories or dismantling equipment
      • hand and power tools
      • your organisations relevant tools and equipment to carry out specific dismantling activities
      • plant machinery and equipment familiarity i.e. the machines in your organisations fleet and the different methods and procedures required for dismantling them
      • the importance of dismantling plant installations in the correct sequence
      7. Handling equipment methods and techniques
      • safe manual handling methods
      • use of mechanical lifting aids: mobile cranes, mechanical cranes, lifting accessories to aid in dismantling installations
      • safe removal procedures and use of personal protective equipment specific for the handling of dismantled components
      8. Tool and equipment care and control procedures
      • lifting equipment and lifting accessories, hand and power tool care and storage of tools and equipment in a workshop or on site, clients/hirers premises
      • types of damage and defect that can occur during dismantling
      ‐ leaks/lubricants, fuels, coolants
      ‐ scoring and marking of parts and components
      ‐ damage/breakage
      • your organisations instructions and procedures for dealing with damages and defects to plant machinery equipment, associated components and tools and equipment
      9. Waste disposal procedures
      • your organisations procedures for disposing of waste substances (hazardous and non-hazardous)
      10. Reporting lines and procedures
      • your organisations reporting lines and procedures associated with the installation of plant machinery and equipment
      context
      Level and extent of responsibility for this standard the candidates responsibility is limited to working within detailed specifications and following clearly defined procedures. In some cases the candidate will still be expected to refer to others (e.g. chargehand, supervisor) for final authorisation
      • Types of assets to be dismantled associated with plant installations used in the construction and allied industries and plant hire industries; typical examples could include: goods hoists; passenger hoists; transport platforms; tower cranes; mobile cranes; mobile plant; static plant
      • Dismantling methods and techniques to be used typical methods and techniques could include manual handling, use of lifting aids and accessories, use of hand and powered tools safe systems of work for the dismantling of the installation removal and storage of assemblies, sub-assemblies, parts and components, and ancillary equipment
      • Types of disconnections to be made disconnections could include power supply; retaining devices (nuts, bolts, pins, clips); linkages; wire ropes; controls; levers; plug in devices; ties; anchors; supports; mast sections; cable and associated connections; pipework; safety devices
      • Complexity of dismantling to be carried out there will be a significant number of parts and components to be dismantled and some securing points and connections may be difficult to access and could be complex to achieve, depending on the specific installation, typical examples could include site conditions; hirers/clients premises; confined spaces; working at height; working below ground
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      Plant Installation (Construction)
    6. Guide formation of piles
      COSVR239 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting materials, components, equipment, preparing and guiding a piling rig and other plant for the formation and/or installation of piles.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are controlled
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, sequence, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to at least five of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • safe use and storage of lifting accessories
      • safe movement of plant and machinery
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      • consumables
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clean and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, position, secure, align, level and adjust
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. guide and monitor the piling rig for the formation and/or installation of piles to given working instructions, using at least one of the following methods
      • sheet
      • pressed
      • driven
      • rotary bored
      • driven cast in-situ
      • mini or micro
      • continuous flight auger
      • displacement flight auger
      • slurry walling
      • tripod
      • vibro
      • diaphragm walling
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, instructions, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, electronic data, manufacturers' information, tool-box talks, daily briefings, work instructions, certificates and permits relating to piling operations
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the sequence of work
      ‐ identify and follow the installation quality requirements and report variations
      ‐ recognise how recording and reporting accurate information will support quality outcomes
      ‐ recognise how information can contribute to building information modelling
      ‐ work to datum marks, lines, plumbs and levels
      ‐ recognise the uses and characteristics of piling materials
      ‐ recognise changes in ground conditions and soil types
      ‐ recognise the potential effects of installing piles near to existing structures
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery 910 support the rigging and de-rigging of piling plant and machinery
      ‐ assist in the preparation for use, maintenance in use, close down, cleaning and preparation for transportation of plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ direct and guide the movement and operations of plant and machinery
      ‐ recognise the requirements for conducting lifting operations, planning, supervision and safe completion
      ‐ identify and check lifting accessories
      ‐ liaise with appointed persons and lift supervisors and position lifting equipment
      ‐ ensure piles are installed in accordance with setting-out and reference points to given tolerances
      ‐ guide, align, level and check the bore or drive position for at least one of the following methods: sheet, pressed, driven rotary bored, driven cast in-situ, mini or micro, continuous flight auger, displacement flight auger, slurry walling, tripod, vibro and diaphragm walling
      ‐ monitor and adjust the rake of the hole or pile
      ‐ maintain records of activities completed and report to the supervisor
      ‐ guide the placement and extraction of support fluids
      ‐ fit and remove piling rig ancillaries
      ‐ prepare, position and place reinforcement steel and other components
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ identify and report variations
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with guiding piling rigs for the formation and installation of piles
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ lifting equipment and ancillaries
      ‐ piling materials
      ‐ hand tools, power tools, plant, machinery and ancillary equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to guide formation of piles
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
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      Piling Operations (Construction)
    7. Operate earth pressure balance and slurry tunnel boring machines to construct and form tunnels
      COSVR771 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment, and preparing and operating an earth pressure balance or slurry tunnel boring machine to construct and form tunnels.
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, computer generated data, specifications, method statements, task briefings, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment/systems
      • safe use and storage of machinery
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, evaluate, adjust, communicate, align, manoeuvre, position, construct and form
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. prepare and operate at least one of the following tunnel boring machines (TBM) to construct and form tunnels to given working instructions
      • earth pressure balance TBM
      • slurry TBM
      13. analyse and process computer generated data
      14. shut down and secure the machine
      15. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      16. Communication
      • discussions, electronic data and briefings
      17. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      18. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      19. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk and COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, task and tool box talks, statutory regulations and official guidance
      20. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      21. Information
      • drawings, computer generated data, specifications, schedules, method statements, task briefings, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures, official guidance and current regulations governing tunnelling and the operation of tunnel boring machines
      22. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      23. Maintenance
      • operative care of machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      24. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the TBM used for the construction and formation of tunnels
      ‐ carry out function checks for the tunnelling operation
      ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ carry out the tunnelling operation using an earth pressure balance or slurry TBM
      ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
      ‐ operate hydraulic systems
      ‐ interpret, analyse and process the visual display and computer data systems to advance the machine's operation
      ‐ identify working parameters (ground pressures/strata changes)
      ‐ identify alignment and rate of advance
      ‐ adjust machine settings, as required, to maintain alignment
      ‐ record and report information
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ shut down and secure the TBM
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating earth pressure balance or slurry tunnel boring machines to construct and form tunnels
      25. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      26. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      27. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      28. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants, attachments and aids for construction and formation work
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify quantity and length associated with the method/procedure to operate earth pressure balance or slurry tunnel boring machines to construct and form tunnels
      29. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      30. Skills
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      suite
      Tunnelling Operations (Construction)
    8. Operate plant or machinery attachments
      cosvr399 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, using plant, machinery, materials, components, tools and ancillary equipment, setting up, operating, closing down and removing attachments This standard is for people working independently or in a team who fit, operate and remove attachments for plant or machinery and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible working practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • attachments, tools and ancillary equipment
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to prepare, configure, align, fit, connect, fasten, adjust, secure, check, manoeuvre, operate, disconnect, remove and store
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. fit, operate and remove plant attachments to given working instructions for at least one of the following
      • lift and transfer
      • cut or shear or sever
      • bore or drill
      • drive
      • hammer
      • vibrate
      • remove
      • compact or level
      • mix
      • access as a work platform
      • demolish or process
      13. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      14. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      15. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      16. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      17. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      18. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      19. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing plant and machinery attachments
      20. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      21. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, attachments and ancillary equipment
      22. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify relevant attachment documentation
      ‐ select attachment compatible to the plant and machinery for: lifting, transferring, cutting, shearing, severing, boring, drilling, driving, hammering, removing, compacting, levelling, accessing, demolishing and processing
      ‐ configure plant and machinery to accept attachments
      ‐ fit attachments
      ‐ operate, maintain, manoeuvre, shut down and secure plant and machinery with an attachment
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ recognise signals given to fit and remove attachments
      ‐ disconnect attachments
      ‐ remove attachments and move plant and machinery
      ‐ secure and store attachments
      ‐ transport attachments
      ‐ use hand tools and equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with the use of plant and machinery attachments
      23. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      24. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      suite
      Plant Operations (Construction)
    9. Operate plant or machinery from a floating vessel
      cosvr403 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting materials, components and equipment, preparing for, moving, containing and securing plant or machinery to a floating vessel This standard is for people who operate plant or machinery attached or mounted on a floating vessel and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible working practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, lift plans, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the floating vessel operation and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the floating vessel operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery on floating vessels
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • plant, machinery, attachments, tools and ancillary equipment
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment, accessories and lifting accessories
      10. carry out plant operations from a floating vessel to given working instructions, protocols and Codes of Practice, relating to the movement and operation for at least six of the following activities
      • lift
      • transfer
      • extract
      • excavate
      • construct
      • form
      • receive
      • access
      • distribute
      • demolish
      • process
      11. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      12. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      13. Communication
      14. discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      15. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      16. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      ‐ man overboard
      17. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures(including marine life saving equipment)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE including life jackets)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, lift plans, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing operations from and with, a floating vessel
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, plant, machinery and ancillary equipment
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ mobilise and demobilise plant for floating vessel operations
      ‐ identify the restrictions on plant and machinery when operating on a floating vessel
      ‐ counter the effects of floating vessel movement during plant and machinery operations
      ‐ carry out function checks for the control of plant and machinery on the floating vessel
      ‐ confirm the area of work for the operation
      ‐ recognise operational limitations and de-ratings
      ‐ confirm safety and security requirements
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ synchronise movements with other plant and machinery on a floating vessel
      ‐ prepare, manoeuvre, position, sea fasten and set up plant and machinery for operations
      ‐ stop, shut down operations and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools and equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with plant and machinery operations from a floating vessel
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Construction Diving Operations
    10. Operate plant or machinery from a floating vessel
      cosvr403 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting materials, components and equipment, preparing for, moving, containing and securing plant or machinery to a floating vessel This standard is for people who operate plant or machinery attached or mounted on a floating vessel and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible working practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, lift plans, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the floating vessel operation and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the floating vessel operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery on floating vessels
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • plant, machinery, attachments, tools and ancillary equipment
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment, accessories and lifting accessories
      10. carry out plant operations from a floating vessel to given working instructions, protocols and Codes of Practice, relating to the movement and operation for at least six of the following activities
      • lift
      • transfer
      • extract
      • excavate
      • construct
      • form
      • receive
      • access
      • distribute
      • demolish
      • process
      11. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      12. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      13. Communication
      14. discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      15. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      16. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      ‐ man overboard
      17. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures(including marine life saving equipment)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE including life jackets)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, lift plans, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing operations from and with, a floating vessel
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, plant, machinery and ancillary equipment
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ mobilise and demobilise plant for floating vessel operations
      ‐ identify the restrictions on plant and machinery when operating on a floating vessel
      ‐ counter the effects of floating vessel movement during plant and machinery operations
      ‐ carry out function checks for the control of plant and machinery on the floating vessel
      ‐ confirm the area of work for the operation
      ‐ recognise operational limitations and de-ratings
      ‐ confirm safety and security requirements
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ synchronise movements with other plant and machinery on a floating vessel
      ‐ prepare, manoeuvre, position, sea fasten and set up plant and machinery for operations
      ‐ stop, shut down operations and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools and equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with plant and machinery operations from a floating vessel
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Construction Diving Operations
    11. Operate plant or machinery to compact
      cosvr394 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment for plant or machinery operations, setting up, operating and shutting down plant or machinery for compaction work This standard is for people working independently or as part of a team to operate plant or machinery to compact and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      2. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
      ‐ attachments, compaction aids
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery to carry out compaction work
      3. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position and compact
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. operate plant or machinery for compaction to given working instructions, relating to one of the following categories
      • ride on rollers
      • compactors
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for compaction work
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools and ancillary equipment
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for compaction operations
      ‐ carry out function checks for compaction operations
      ‐ identify with the area for the compaction work
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
      ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
      ‐ recognise different compaction methods
      ‐ recognise and work compaction patterns
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ complete compaction work
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for compaction work
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      25. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Sub-structure Work Occupations (Construction)
    12. Operate plant or machinery to construct or form
      cosvr390 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment for plant or machinery operations, operating and shutting down plant or machinery for construction or formation work This standard is for people working independently or as part of a team to operate plant or machinery to construct or form and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Perrformance Criteria 3
      4. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      5. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      6. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      7. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      8. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      9. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      2. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      3. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      4. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
      ‐ attachments and aids for construction or formation work
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery used to carry out construction and formation work
      5. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position, construct or form
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. operate plant or machinery to construct or form to given working instructions relating to one of the following categories
      • graders
      • piling rigs
      • drilling rigs
      • dozers
      • tunnelling plant and equipment
      • formwork rig (slipform, climbing, jumping)
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      15. Scope/range related Communication to knowledge and
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for construction or formation
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for construction and formation operations
      ‐ carry out function checks for the construction and formation operation
      ‐ identify the area for the construction and formation work
      ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ complete construction and formation work
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for construction or formation work
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Demolition (Construction)
      3. Piling Operations (Construction)
      4. Tunnelling Operations (Construction)
    13. Operate plant or machinery to construct or form
      cosvr390 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment for plant or machinery operations, operating and shutting down plant or machinery for construction or formation work This standard is for people working independently or as part of a team to operate plant or machinery to construct or form and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Perrformance Criteria 3
      4. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      5. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      6. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      7. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      8. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      9. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      2. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      3. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      4. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
      ‐ attachments and aids for construction or formation work
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery used to carry out construction and formation work
      5. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position, construct or form
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. operate plant or machinery to construct or form to given working instructions relating to one of the following categories
      • graders
      • piling rigs
      • drilling rigs
      • dozers
      • tunnelling plant and equipment
      • formwork rig (slipform, climbing, jumping)
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      15. Scope/range related Communication to knowledge and
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for construction or formation
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for construction and formation operations
      ‐ carry out function checks for the construction and formation operation
      ‐ identify the area for the construction and formation work
      ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ complete construction and formation work
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for construction or formation work
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Demolition (Construction)
      3. Piling Operations (Construction)
      4. Tunnelling Operations (Construction)
    14. Operate plant or machinery to construct or form legacy
      cosvr390 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment for plant or machinery operations, operating and shutting down plant or machinery for construction or formation work This standard is for people working independently or as part of a team to operate plant or machinery to construct or form and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position, construct or form
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. operate plant or machinery to construct or form to given working instructions relating to one of the following categories
      • graders
      • piling rigs
      • drilling rigs
      • dozers
      • tunnelling plant and equipment
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for construction or formation
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for construction and formation operations
      ‐ carry out function checks for the construction and formation operation
      ‐ identify the area for the construction and formation work
      ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ complete construction and formation work
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for construction or formation work
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Demolition (Construction)
      3. Piling Operations (Construction)
      4. Tunnelling Operations (Construction)
    15. Operate plant or machinery to construct or form legacy
      cosvr390 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment for plant or machinery operations, operating and shutting down plant or machinery for construction or formation work This standard is for people working independently or as part of a team to operate plant or machinery to construct or form and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position, construct or form
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. operate plant or machinery to construct or form to given working instructions relating to one of the following categories
      • graders
      • piling rigs
      • drilling rigs
      • dozers
      • tunnelling plant and equipment
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for construction or formation
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for construction and formation operations
      ‐ carry out function checks for the construction and formation operation
      ‐ identify the area for the construction and formation work
      ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ complete construction and formation work
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for construction or formation work
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Demolition (Construction)
      3. Piling Operations (Construction)
      4. Tunnelling Operations (Construction)
    16. Operate plant or machinery to construct piles
      COSVR752 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment for piling plant or machinery operations, preparing, operating and shutting down plant or machinery for the construction of piles.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the given, relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for given, relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are controlled
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to at least five of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • safe use and storage of lifting accessories
      • safe use of access equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage, and third parties
      8. maintain a clean and tidy work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, align, position, fit, drive or bore, monitor, construct, record and report
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. prepare, operate and maintain piling plant or machinery to construct piles to given working instructions relating to at least one of the following
      • driven; to include pitch, lifting, handling, driving and monitoring the rate of penetration of piling materials
      • pressed; to include pitch, pressing, extracting, walking and monitoring the rate of penetration of piling materials
      • rotary; to include pitch, control extracted spoil, rate of penetration and extraction
      • mini or micro piling, (driven or rotary); to include working in areas of restricted access
      • diaphragm walling; to include excavating, lifting and handling piling materials and monitoring rate of excavation and control of extracted spoil
      • vibro; to include dry top feed and bottom feed stone columns, rapid impact compaction and vibro concrete columns
      13. stop, shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. record and report activities, including progress and completion
      15. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      16. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      17. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      18. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      19. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk and COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      20. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      21. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, electronic data, manufacturers' information, tool-box talks, daily briefings, work instructions, certificates, permits and current regulations governing the operation of piling plant and machinery
      22. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      23. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant, machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      24. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for the construction of piles
      ‐ carry out operator maintenance and function checks
      ‐ identify the area for piling, the working platform, safe access and egress points
      ‐ confirm supplied information, piling materials and resources match site conditions prior to commencing work and report changes
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ install, or contribute to the installation of piles using at least one of the following methods: sheet, pressed, driven, rotary bored, driven cast in-situ, mini or micro, continuous flight auger, displacement flight auger, slurry walling, tripod, vibro or diaphragm walling
      ‐ identify and follow the installation quality requirements
      ‐ recognise how recording and reporting accurate information will support quality outcomes
      ‐ recognise how information can contribute to building information modelling
      ‐ work to datum marks, lines, plumbs and levels
      ‐ recognise changes in ground conditions and soil types and report
      ‐ recognise the potential effects of installing piles near to existing structures
      ‐ operate with, around and in close proximity to other plant and machinery
      ‐ support the rigging and de-rigging of piling plant and machinery
      ‐ assist in the preparation for use, maintenance in use, close down, cleaning and preparation for transportation of plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ comply with instructions when being directed and guided
      ‐ recognise the requirements for conducting lifting operations, planning, supervision and safe completion
      ‐ identify, select and check lifting accessories
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ identify and report variations
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ identify the criteria for plant and machinery travelling on public highways
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for the construction of piles
      25. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      26. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      27. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      28. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
      ‐ attachments and aids for the construction of piles
      ‐ hand tools, power tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • identify weight, quantity, length, height and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant and machinery used to construct piles
      29. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      30. Skills
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      suite
      Piling Operations (Construction)
    17. Operate plant or machinery to excavate
      cosvr389 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment for plant or machinery operations, setting up, operating and shutting down plant or machinery for carrying out excavation work This standard is for people working independently to operate plant or machinery to excavate ground and loose materials and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      2. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      3. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
      ‐ attachments and excavation aids
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • Identify weight, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery to excavate ground and loose materials
      4. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • attachments, tools and ancillary equipment
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, operate, manoeuvre, position, excavate, measure and remove
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. operate plant or machinery to excavate ground and loose materials to given working instructions relating to one of the following categories
      • excavators
      • trenchers
      • dozers
      • loading shovels
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for excavation work
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for excavating operations
      ‐ carry out function checks for excavation work
      ‐ identify the area to be excavated
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
      ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ excavate accurately to line and level
      ‐ use equipment to gauge and measure
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ excavate materials safely and securely
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery to excavate ground and loose materials
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Piling Operations (Construction)
      3. Sub-structure Work Occupations (Construction)
      4. Fencing
    18. Operate plant or machinery to extract
      cosvr388 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment for plant or machinery operations, setting up, operating and shutting down plant or machinery for carrying out extraction work This standard is for people working independently to operate plant or machinery to extract, ground, face and loose materials or commodities and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      2. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      3. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
      ‐ attachments and extraction aids
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery to extract ground and loose materials
      4. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • attachments, tools and ancillary equipment
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position, extract, form, remove and load
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. operate plant or machinery to extract ground, face and loose materials or commodities to given working instructions relating to one of the following categories
      • excavators
      • loading shovels
      • skid steer loaders
      • motorised scrapers
      • trenchers
      • draglines
      • dozers
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for extraction work
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for extraction operations
      ‐ carry out function checks for the extraction operation
      ‐ identify the area to be extracted
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
      ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ extract, remove and load materials and commodities safely and securely
      ‐ form and remove stockpiles
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant or machinery to extract ground, loose materials and commodities
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Piling Operations (Construction)
      3. Sub-structure Work Occupations (Construction)
      4. Treework
    19. Operate plant or machinery to lay and distribute
      cosvr393 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment for plant or machinery operations, setting up, operating and shutting down plant or machinery for laying and distribution work This standard is for people working independently or as part of a team to operate plant or machinery to lay and distribute materials and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      2. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
      ‐ attachments, laying and distribution aids
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, quantity, pressures, length and area associated with the method/procedure to carry out laying and distribution work
      3. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position, mix, lay, distribute and compact
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. operate plant or machinery for laying and distribution work to given working instructions, relating to at least one of the following categories
      • soil stabilisers
      • binder spreaders
      • motorised scrapers
      • towed scrapers
      • dozers
      • laser screeders
      • topping spreaders
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for laying and distribution work
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools and ancillary equipment
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for laying and distribution operations
      ‐ carry out function checks for the laying and distribution work
      ‐ identify with the area for the laying and distribution work
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ confirm material characteristics
      ‐ lay and distribute materials in laying patterns
      ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
      ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ complete laying and distribution work
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for laying and distribution work
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      25. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Cladding Occupations (Construction)
      3. Piling Operations (Construction)
      4. Plant Installation (Construction)
      5. Site Logistics Operations (Construction)
      6. Sub-structure Work Occupations (Construction)
      7. Specialist Installation Occupations (Construction)
      8. Fencing
      9. Treework
    20. Operate plant or machinery to process
      cosvr395 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment for plant or machinery operations, setting up, operating and shutting down plant or machinery to carry out processing work This standard is for people working independently to operate plant or machinery to process and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position and process
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. operate plant or machinery for processing operations to given working instructions, relating to at least one of the following categories
      • crushers
      • screeners
      • batching plant
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for carrying out processing work
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for processing operations
      ‐ carry out function checks for process operations
      ‐ identify with the area for the process work
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ carry out the processing work
      ‐ deal with blockages prior to, during and on completion of operations
      ‐ deposit processed materials
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for process work
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      25. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      suite
      Plant Operations (Construction)
    21. Operate plant or machinery to receive and transport loads
      cosvr391 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment for plant or machinery operations, setting up, operating and shutting down plant or machinery to receive and transport bulk material loads This standard is for people working independently to operate plant or machinery that receives and transports bulk material loads and can be used by
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      2. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
      ‐ attachments and load coverings
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, quantity, pressure, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery for receiving and transporting bulk material loads
      3. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      4. Operate plant or machinery to receive and transport loads
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. operate plant or machinery to receive and transport bulk material loads to given working instructions, relating to one of the following categories
      • concrete pumps
      • forward tipping dumpers
      • tractors complete with towed equipment
      • tunnelling plant and equipment
      • dump trucks
      • bowsers
      • volumetric truck
      11. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery to receive and transport loads
      17. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools and ancillary equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for the receipt and transportation operations
      ‐ carry out function checks to receive and transport loads
      ‐ identify characteristics, type and volume of loads to receive and transport
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ receive, secure and balance loads for transport
      ‐ transport and deposit loads
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for receiving and transporting bulk material loads
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Piling Operations (Construction)
      3. Site Logistics Operations (Construction)
      4. Sub-structure Work Occupations (Construction)
      5. Tunnelling Operations (Construction)
      6. Fencing
    22. Operate plant or machinery to sweep, clean or clear
      COSVR761 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment, preparing, setting up, operating and shutting down plant or machinery for sweeping, cleaning and clearing.
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least five of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, prepare, refill, replenish, set up, align, engage, adjust, manoeuvre, empty, wash out, clear and clean
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment
      12. operate plant or machinery to given working instructions to sweep and to carry out at least two of the following
      • tipping of lifted materials
      • scrub clean
      • hose clean, wet sweep
      • pressure wash clean
      • suck empty or clear
      • blow clear
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, work instructions, manufacturers' information, waste carriers register and current regulations governing the operation of plant or machinery
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant or machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant, machinery and equipment used to sweep, clean and clear
      ‐ liaise with site representative
      ‐ complete pre-use and post stop checks for sweeper, cleaner, clearer and ancillary equipment
      ‐ carry out functional checks
      ‐ identify the area to be swept, cleaned and cleared
      ‐ check to avoid damage to structures, utilities service apparatus, vehicles, people and animals
      ‐ prepare, set up and adjust for operational requirements, safety and security
      ‐ operate plant, machinery and equipment; gears, clutch, brake, steering, reversing aids, speed and position for sweeping, cleaning and clearing patterns, sequences and operations
      ‐ monitor operations making use of audio and visual aids
      ‐ identify and deal with waste streams
      ‐ empty and discharge hopper and dispose of lifted materials
      ‐ recognise and avoid fly tipping
      ‐ form stockpiles
      ‐ replenish, refill water from remote hydrants
      ‐ monitor brush wear
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ deal with spills of oil, diesel, petrol and chemicals
      ‐ washout hopper
      ‐ operate in various conditions, day, night, low light, restricted visibility changing weather conditions
      ‐ shut down and secure plant or machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for sweeping, cleaning and clearing
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      25. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      26. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      27. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables
      ‐ brushes, hoses and nozzles
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant or machinery for sweeping, cleaning and clearing
      28. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      29. Skills
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      suite
      1. Road building and Maintenance
      2. Piling Operations (Construction)
    23. Operate plant or machinery used as work platforms
      cosvr392 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment with the plant or machinery operations, setting up, operating and shutting down of plant or machinery used as work platforms This standard is for people working independently or as part of a team to operate plant or machinery used as work platforms and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      2. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
      ‐ attachments and accessing aids
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery used as work platforms
      3. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position, access and set down
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. operate plant or machinery used as work platforms to given working instructions, relating to one of the following categories
      • mobile elevated working platforms
      • mast climbing work platforms
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      ‐ rescue plans
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, working in restricted areas, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used as work platforms
      ‐ identify valid certification for maintenance, inspection and thorough examination
      ‐ carry out function checks for accessing operation
      ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability and ground conditions affecting the work and surrounding area
      ‐ identify and remain aware of the area of operation to include potential entrapment situations
      ‐ use of fall prevention equipment
      ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
      ‐ position, set up and secure plant and machinery for accessing operations
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ operate, manoeuvre, position, set down and secure
      ‐ operate and travel on public highways
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery used as work platforms
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      25. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Accessing Operations and Rigging (Construction)
      3. Demolition (Construction)
      4. Erection of Precast Concrete (Construction)
      5. Removal of Hazardous and Non-hazardous Waste (Construction)
      6. Site Logistics Operations (Construction)
      7. Specialist Installation Occupations (Construction)
      8. Sub-structure Work Occupations (Construction)
      9. Thermal Insulation (Construction)
      10. Fencing
    24. Operate road rail plant
      cosvr398 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, using plant or machinery, tools and ancillary equipment, setting up, operating and shutting down plant or machinery for work on tracks This standard is for people working independently and as part of a team to operate road rail plant for building, repair and maintenance of railway track and surrounding areas and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      2. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      3. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables, fittings, fuels, oils, lubricants
      ‐ accessories
      ‐ hand tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating weight, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate road rail plant
      4. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, work package plans, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant and machinery
      • safe use of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • attachments, tools and ancillary equipment
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to prepare, manoeuvre, configure, place, travel, negotiate, set, operate and remove
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment attachments and/or accessories
      12. operate road rail plant to given working instructions for at least one of the following
      • lift carry and/or transfer
      • extract
      • excavate
      • construct and/or form
      • receive and/or transport
      • access as a work platform
      • lay and/or distribute
      • compact
      • demolish and/or process
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, lift plans, work package plans, risk assessments, certification and manufacturers' information for the operation of road rail plant
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, plant and machinery and ancillary equipment
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for rail operations
      ‐ operate, maintain, shut down and secure road rail plant and machinery
      ‐ identify the documentation and certification requirements for road rail plant, machinery, equipment and attachments
      ‐ operate radios
      ‐ recognise current signalling systems in use for road rail plant
      ‐ place the plant and machine on and off rails
      ‐ identify the criteria for movements within possessions
      ‐ recognise and avoid damage to axle counter equipment, force transducers and accelerometers
      ‐ avoid damage to infrastructure including track, lineside and undertrack equipment supporting structures, routes of cables and services
      ‐ work on cants and gradients
      ‐ negotiate points and crossings
      ‐ move failed machines
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating road rail plant
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Fencing
    25. Plant installation basic maintenance
      cospi27 This standard is about the competence required by an individual to carry out basic maintenance procedures and activities to specification on plant installations and their associated equipment
      duty
      work safely at all times, complying with health and safety and other relevant regulations and guidelines follow the relevant maintenance schedules to carry out the required work carry out the maintenance activities within the limits of your personal authority carry out the maintenance activities in the specified sequence and in an agreed timescale report any instances where the maintenance activities cannot be fully met or where there are identified defects outside the planned schedule complete relevant maintenance records accurately and pass them on to the appropriate person dispose of waste materials in accordance with safe working practices and approved procedures
      knowledge
      1. Health and safety legislation, regulations and safe working practices and procedures
      • relevant information for current legislation, approved Codes of
      2. Practice and official guidance and how it is applied your companys health and safety policies and procedures for your workplace the health and safety issues specific to basic maintenance on plant installations including
      • use of personal protective equipment
      ‐ manual handling procedures
      ‐ reasons for care and protection of surrounding areas and persons who may be affected by, but not engaged in, the work
      ‐ working at height
      ‐ avoidance of slipping on wet/greasy surfaces
      3. Maintenance schedules and related specifications
      • manufacturers maintenance schedules and related specifications for the plant and equipment you are working on use of manufacturers operation and maintenance manuals
      4. Maintenance methods and procedures
      • the routine maintenance methods and procedures required by the manufacturer and your organisational instructions and procedures
      • carrying out minor adjustments in accordance with specifications, e.g. linkages, cables, controls
      • checking for leaks, loose/worn fittings
      • the types of resource that are available and their suitability for different maintenance tasks
      ‐ lubricants
      ‐ replacement parts
      ‐ reusable parts
      ‐ tools and equipment
      ‐ consumables: fastenings, pins, bolts, nuts, etc
      • methods and procedures to adopt when replenishing lubricants
      ‐ different types of application techniques for lubricants, e.g. grease gun, brush, oil cans, oil measures, funnels, brush, spray
      ‐ problems that can occur during basic maintenance tasks and how they can be rectified
      ‐ spillages of substances and how to deal with them
      5. Maintenance records and documentation procedures
      • the importance of keeping servicing and maintenance records
      • the records kept in your organisation in relation to planned maintenance
      • organisational and statutory requirements
      • service history of individual machines
      • operational efficiency
      • customer requirements (where applicable)
      6. Equipment operating and care and control procedures
      • operating machines and equipment to carry out functional and safety checks prior to, and on completion of, servicing and maintenance tasks
      • carrying out sensory checks on completion of work to check for leaks, defects, smells, sounds etc
      • visual checking of machines and ancillary equipment
      7. Maintenance authorisation procedures and limits of responsibility and authority
      • your organisations procedures and instructions for authorisation
      8. Waste disposal procedures
      • your organisations procedures for the handling and disposal of waste material and substances
      9. Reporting lines and procedures
      • organisational reporting and communication procedure when carrying out basic maintenance tasks
      context
      Level and extent of responsibility for this standard, responsibility extends to carrying out basic maintenance tasks as directed by your supervisor/authorised person
      • Assets or equipment to be maintained the plant installations and their associated systems are those typically used in the construction and plant hire industries and could include goods hoists; passenger hoists; transport platforms; tower cranes; mobile cranes; mobile plant; static plant
      • Types of maintenance procedures and activities the servicing and maintenance procedures and activities that would be undertaken under operational conditions on construction sites, clients/hirers premises typical basic maintenance activities could include replenishment of lubricants; easily replaced components; lubrication of parts and components, wire ropes etc; cleaning parts and components; securing fastenings, e.g. nuts, bolts, pins, linkages; replacing fastenings, nuts, bolts, pins, etc; carrying out minor adjustments disposing of waste materials and substances in accordance with manufacturers specifications and organisational procedures and instructions
      • Quality standards and accuracy to be achieved in accordance with manufacturers specifications and organisational instructions and procedures
      suite
      Plant Installation (Construction)
    26. Plant operations from a barge - legacy
      cosvr403 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 preparing for, moving, containing and anchoring the barge vessel for plant operations
      duty
      interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe work practices request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why and when personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality and sizes of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ barge vessel
      ‐ consumables, lubricant, fuels
      ‐ attachments
      ‐ hand tools, accessories and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating weight, ballast, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure for plant operations from, and control of, a barge
      2. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the barge operation and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the barge operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoid hazards by following given safety information, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to carry out the activity in accordance with legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and/or organisational requirements
      5. safe use and storage of plant and barge vessel, tools and equipment
      6. safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
      7. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      8. selection of resources associated with own work
      • plant, machinery, attachments, tools and ancillary equipment
      9. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      10. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      11. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
      12. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, communicate, operate, manoeuvre, control, position and anchor
      13. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      14. manoeuvre, position and secure the plant to the barge and ballast and anchor the barge
      15. carry out plant operations from a barge to given working instructions, protocols and Codes of Practice, relating to the movement of the plant and barge, for one or more of the following operations
      • lift
      • transfer
      • extract
      • excavate
      • construct
      • form
      • receive
      • transport
      • access
      • lay
      • distribute
      • compact
      • demolish
      • process
      16. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      17. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      18. Communication
      • discussions, sketches and briefings
      19. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      20. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      21. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      22. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information statutory regulations and official guidance
      23. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, manufacturers' information and regulations governing operations from, and with, a barge vessel
      24. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      25. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and ancillary equipment
      26. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the barge vessel appropriate to the plant operation
      ‐ carry out performance checks for the control of plant or machinery on the barge
      ‐ confirm the area of work for the operation
      ‐ confirm safety and security requirements
      ‐ prepare, manoeuvre, position, anchor, ballast and set up the barge for plant operations
      ‐ carry out plant operations for the control of barges to recognised codes of practice
      ‐ stop, shut down operations and secure plant and barge
      ‐ use hand tools and equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with the operations and control of a barge
      27. personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
      28. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      29. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      30. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Construction Diving Operations
    27. Plant operations from a barge - legacy
      cosvr403 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 preparing for, moving, containing and anchoring the barge vessel for plant operations
      duty
      interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe work practices request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why and when personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality and sizes of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ barge vessel
      ‐ consumables, lubricant, fuels
      ‐ attachments
      ‐ hand tools, accessories and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating weight, ballast, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure for plant operations from, and control of, a barge
      2. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the barge operation and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the barge operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoid hazards by following given safety information, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to carry out the activity in accordance with legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and/or organisational requirements
      5. safe use and storage of plant and barge vessel, tools and equipment
      6. safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
      7. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      8. selection of resources associated with own work
      • plant, machinery, attachments, tools and ancillary equipment
      9. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      10. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      11. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
      12. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, communicate, operate, manoeuvre, control, position and anchor
      13. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      14. manoeuvre, position and secure the plant to the barge and ballast and anchor the barge
      15. carry out plant operations from a barge to given working instructions, protocols and Codes of Practice, relating to the movement of the plant and barge, for one or more of the following operations
      • lift
      • transfer
      • extract
      • excavate
      • construct
      • form
      • receive
      • transport
      • access
      • lay
      • distribute
      • compact
      • demolish
      • process
      16. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      17. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      18. Communication
      • discussions, sketches and briefings
      19. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      20. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      21. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      22. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information statutory regulations and official guidance
      23. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, manufacturers' information and regulations governing operations from, and with, a barge vessel
      24. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      25. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and ancillary equipment
      26. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the barge vessel appropriate to the plant operation
      ‐ carry out performance checks for the control of plant or machinery on the barge
      ‐ confirm the area of work for the operation
      ‐ confirm safety and security requirements
      ‐ prepare, manoeuvre, position, anchor, ballast and set up the barge for plant operations
      ‐ carry out plant operations for the control of barges to recognised codes of practice
      ‐ stop, shut down operations and secure plant and barge
      ‐ use hand tools and equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with the operations and control of a barge
      27. personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
      28. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      29. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      30. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Construction Diving Operations
    28. Prepare plant or machinery prior to operational
      cosvr386 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and tools to prepare plant, machinery or equipment for operational performance. Preparing and setting up plant, machinery or equipment prior to operational performance This standard is for people working independently or as part of a team to prepare, set up and check, plant, machinery or equipment prior to operational performance and can be used by operatives, technicians, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      2. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, quantity, bearing, volume, length and area associated with the method/procedure to prepare plant, machinery and equipment prior to operational performance
      3. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe preparation for use of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • attachments, tools and ancillary equipment
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to fit, attach, set up, adjust, secure, check, confirm and remove
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. prepare plant, machinery or equipment prior to operational performance to given working instructions relating to
      • set up
      • functional checks
      • operational performance
      • safety and security
      13. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      14. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      15. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      16. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      17. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      18. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      19. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant or machinery or the use of equipment
      20. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      21. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      22. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ find information for preparing plant and machinery including attachments and ancillary equipment
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ complete pre-use checks
      ‐ select ancillary equipment and accessories
      ‐ prepare, set up and adjust for operational requirements, safety and security
      ‐ complete function checks
      ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ operate and move plant and machinery, and use equipment
      ‐ move and remove attachments, ancillary equipment and accessories
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing plant, machinery and equipment prior to operations
      23. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      24. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      suite
      1. Plant Operations (Construction)
      2. Fencing
    duty
    1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
    2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
    3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
    4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
    5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
    6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
    7. interpret the given information relating to the work and confirm its relevance
    8. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
    9. comply with the given, relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
    10. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
    11. select resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
    12. Contribute to the planning and organisation of plant installation activities
    13. Contribute to effective working relationships for plant installation activities
    14. work safely at all times, complying with health and safety and other relevant regulations and guidelines establish and where appropriate mark component for re-assembly ensure that any stored energy or substances are released safely and correctly make all isolations and disconnections to the equipment in line with approved procedures carry out the dismantling to the agreed level using correct tools and techniques store components for reuse in approved locations dispose of unwanted components and substances in accordance with approved procedures deal promptly and effectively with problems within your control and report those that cannot be solved
    15. work safely at all times, complying with health and safety and other relevant regulations and guidelines follow the relevant maintenance schedules to carry out the required work carry out the maintenance activities within the limits of your personal authority carry out the maintenance activities in the specified sequence and in an agreed timescale report any instances where the maintenance activities cannot be fully met or where there are identified defects outside the planned schedule complete relevant maintenance records accurately and pass them on to the appropriate person dispose of waste materials in accordance with safe working practices and approved procedures
    16. interpret the given operating information relating to the work and resources and confirm its relevance
    17. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
    18. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
    19. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
    20. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe work practices request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
    knowledge
    1. Interpretation of information
    • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
    • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
    • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
    2. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
    3. Selection of resources
    • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
    • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
    • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
    • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are controlled
    4. Minimise the risk of damage
    • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
    • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
    5. Meet the contract specification
    • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
    • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
    6. Allocated time
    • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
    7. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
    8. Organise with others
    • communication of ideas between team members
    • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
    • the skills required to carry out the work
    9. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for given, relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
    10. Request resources
    • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
    11. Selection of resources
    • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with resources and how defects should be rectified
    • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
    • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
    • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are controlled
    12. Meet the contract specification
    • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
    • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
    13. Health and safety legislation, regulations and safe working practices and procedures
    • relevant parts of the Health and Safety at Work Act, Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations, Control of Substances Hazardous to
    14. Health Regulations, Electricity at Work Regulations, Manual Handling
    15. Operations Regulations, Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment
    16. Regulations, your companys health and safety policies and procedures for your workplace
    17. Planning methods and techniques
    • planning methods and techniques that you can use to organise your work and the work of others effectively offering suggestions to improve planning and organisational procedures
    18. Information systems and procedures
    • manufacturers information statutory requirements method statements, risk assessments, permits to work
    19. Codes of Practice your organisations work practices and procedures and information systems that need to be adhered to
    20. Working relationships
    • the importance of establishing and maintaining good and effective working relationships in planning and organising work that involves others (i.e. colleagues, other trades, customers)
    • how to avoid conflict with colleagues, tradespeople, customers
    21. Communication methods and procedures
    • how to communicate with colleagues, customers and other personnel when planning, organising and carrying out plant maintenance and repair activities
    • your organisations communication procedures and instructions
    • the different types of communication that can be used: telephone; facsimile; two-way radio; memorandum; letters; notes; face-to-face
    22. Reporting lines and procedures
    • your organisations procedures and instructions associated with the organisation and planning of plant maintenance and repair activities
    23. Creating and maintaining working relationships
    • what constitutes effective working relationships
    ‐ working together towards a target or aim
    ‐ assisting each other to reach the targets
    • importance of maintaining effective working relationships to improve efficiency and output
    • responsibilities of self and others
    ‐ maintain targets
    ‐ assisting others with work
    ‐ giving help and guidance where and when necessary
    24. Problems affecting working relationships
    • colleagues and other people's behaviour breakdown in communications being uncooperative misinterpreting job requirements other factors that may affect good working relationships
    25. Lines of communication and responsibilities
    • the responsibilities of line managers and colleagues in your organisation; when you may need to communicate with them and how to do so
    • the importance of keeping people informed (line manager, colleagues, customers) of work activities, progress and results and quantity of detail required
    • the importance of being polite when requesting assistance
    • procedures to follow before starting work
    • procedures to follow during, and on the completion of plant maintenance and repair activities
    26. Regulations, your companys health and safety policies and procedures for your workplace use of personal protective equipment specific health and safety issues relating to the dismantling of plant machinery and equipment, including working at height; working in confined spaces; working below ground; injuries through falling, slipping, trapping hands, fingers, limbs
    27. Dismantling instructions and related specifications
    • manufacturers technical literature your organisations instructions and procedures for carrying out specific dismantling activities
    • job/site requirements
    • method statements
    • risk assessments
    • safe systems of work
    • codes of practice
    28. Dismantling, methods and techniques
    • lifting equipment, mechanical cranes, manufacturers specialist tools and equipment, lifting accessories or dismantling equipment
    • hand and power tools
    • your organisations relevant tools and equipment to carry out specific dismantling activities
    • plant machinery and equipment familiarity i.e. the machines in your organisations fleet and the different methods and procedures required for dismantling them
    • the importance of dismantling plant installations in the correct sequence
    29. Handling equipment methods and techniques
    • safe manual handling methods
    • use of mechanical lifting aids: mobile cranes, mechanical cranes, lifting accessories to aid in dismantling installations
    • safe removal procedures and use of personal protective equipment specific for the handling of dismantled components
    30. Tool and equipment care and control procedures
    • lifting equipment and lifting accessories, hand and power tool care and storage of tools and equipment in a workshop or on site, clients/hirers premises
    • types of damage and defect that can occur during dismantling
    ‐ leaks/lubricants, fuels, coolants
    ‐ scoring and marking of parts and components
    ‐ damage/breakage
    • your organisations instructions and procedures for dealing with damages and defects to plant machinery equipment, associated components and tools and equipment
    31. Waste disposal procedures
    • your organisations procedures for disposing of waste substances (hazardous and non-hazardous)
    32. Reporting lines and procedures
    • your organisations reporting lines and procedures associated with the installation of plant machinery and equipment
    33. Health and safety legislation, regulations and safe working practices and procedures
    • relevant information for current legislation, approved Codes of
    34. Practice and official guidance and how it is applied your companys health and safety policies and procedures for your workplace the health and safety issues specific to basic maintenance on plant installations including
    • use of personal protective equipment
    ‐ manual handling procedures
    ‐ reasons for care and protection of surrounding areas and persons who may be affected by, but not engaged in, the work
    ‐ working at height
    ‐ avoidance of slipping on wet/greasy surfaces
    35. Maintenance schedules and related specifications
    • manufacturers maintenance schedules and related specifications for the plant and equipment you are working on use of manufacturers operation and maintenance manuals
    36. Maintenance methods and procedures
    • the routine maintenance methods and procedures required by the manufacturer and your organisational instructions and procedures
    • carrying out minor adjustments in accordance with specifications, e.g. linkages, cables, controls
    • checking for leaks, loose/worn fittings
    • the types of resource that are available and their suitability for different maintenance tasks
    ‐ lubricants
    ‐ replacement parts
    ‐ reusable parts
    ‐ tools and equipment
    ‐ consumables: fastenings, pins, bolts, nuts, etc
    • methods and procedures to adopt when replenishing lubricants
    ‐ different types of application techniques for lubricants, e.g. grease gun, brush, oil cans, oil measures, funnels, brush, spray
    ‐ problems that can occur during basic maintenance tasks and how they can be rectified
    ‐ spillages of substances and how to deal with them
    37. Maintenance records and documentation procedures
    • the importance of keeping servicing and maintenance records
    • the records kept in your organisation in relation to planned maintenance
    • organisational and statutory requirements
    • service history of individual machines
    • operational efficiency
    • customer requirements (where applicable)
    38. Equipment operating and care and control procedures
    • operating machines and equipment to carry out functional and safety checks prior to, and on completion of, servicing and maintenance tasks
    • carrying out sensory checks on completion of work to check for leaks, defects, smells, sounds etc
    • visual checking of machines and ancillary equipment
    39. Maintenance authorisation procedures and limits of responsibility and authority
    • your organisations procedures and instructions for authorisation
    40. Waste disposal procedures
    • your organisations procedures for the handling and disposal of waste material and substances
    41. Reporting lines and procedures
    • organisational reporting and communication procedure when carrying out basic maintenance tasks
    42. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
    43. Selection of resources
    • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
    • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
    • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
    • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    44. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible working practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
    45. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
    • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible working practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
    46. Perrformance Criteria 3
    47. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
    • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why and when personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
    48. Selection of resources
    • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
    • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
    • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
    • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    skill
    1. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ signalling and communication equipment
    ‐ barriers, cones, signs
    ‐ lighting equipment
    ‐ hand tools and ancillary equipment
    • identify weight/bearing pressures, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure for directing and guiding the movement of vehicles, plant and machinery
    2. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company and operative
    • own occupation and occupations related to the work
    3. own occupation and occupations related to the work
    4. Protect work
    • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
    5. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
    ‐ attachments, compaction aids
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery to carry out compaction work
    6. Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    7. Programme
    • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    8. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
    ‐ attachments and aids for construction or formation work
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery used to carry out construction and formation work
    9. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
    ‐ attachments and excavation aids
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • Identify weight, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery to excavate ground and loose materials
    10. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
    ‐ attachments and extraction aids
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery to extract ground and loose materials
    11. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
    ‐ attachments, laying and distribution aids
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, quantity, pressures, length and area associated with the method/procedure to carry out laying and distribution work
    12. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
    ‐ attachments and load coverings
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, quantity, pressure, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery for receiving and transporting bulk material loads
    13. Operate plant or machinery to receive and transport loads
    14. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
    ‐ attachments and accessing aids
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant and machinery used as work platforms
    15. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables, fittings, fuels, oils, lubricants
    ‐ accessories
    ‐ hand tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating weight, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate road rail plant
    16. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality and sizes of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ barge vessel
    ‐ consumables, lubricant, fuels
    ‐ attachments
    ‐ hand tools, accessories and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating weight, ballast, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure for plant operations from, and control of, a barge
    17. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, quantity, bearing, volume, length and area associated with the method/procedure to prepare plant, machinery and equipment prior to operational performance
    context
    1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to at least four of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use of access equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • safe use and storage of lifting accessories
    • specific risks to health
    3. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials, components and fixings
    • tools and equipment
    • consumables
    4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
    5. maintain a clean and tidy work space
    6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
    7. demonstration of work skills to measure, clean, inspect, prepare, assemble, fit, sample, position, place, monitor, extract and remove
    8. use and maintain hand tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
    9. contribute to the construction of specialist works by using tremie systems to place concrete or grout to given working instructions during at least one of the following operations
    • cast in-situ piling
    • diaphragm walling
    • under water or support fluid
    10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
    11. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    12. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    13. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    14. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
    15. Information
    • drawings, instructions, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, electronic data, manufacturers' information, concrete pour records, tool-box talks, daily briefing, work instructions, certificates and permits related to tremie operations
    16. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    17. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
    18. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method and area of work and materials used, to
    ‐ contribute to the construction of specialist works by placing concrete or grout using tremie systems for cast in-situ piling, diaphragm walling and under water or support fluids
    ‐ identify and follow the installation quality requirements
    ‐ recognise how recording and reporting accurate information will support quality outcomes
    ‐ recognise how information can contribute to building information modelling
    ‐ work to datum marks, lines, plumbs and levels
    ‐ recognise the uses and characteristics of materials
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the movement and operations of plant and machinery
    ‐ recognise the requirements for conducting lifting operations, planning, supervision and safe completion
    ‐ identify, select and check lifting accessories
    ‐ prepare, assemble, maintain, check, disassemble and clean tremie equipment
    ‐ monitor the production (if on site) and delivery of concrete or grout for consistency, quantity and quality
    ‐ extract concrete or grout samples for testing
    ‐ recognise the effects of additives and retardants that can be used in concrete or grout mixes
    ‐ determine combination of tremie lengths and control the rate of tremie pipe extraction
    ‐ handle displaced fluids
    ‐ install protection to formed structure to prevent access and support the curing process
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ identify and report variations
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ complete pour records
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with carrying out tremie operations
    19. Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    20. Programme
    • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    21. Protect work
    • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
    22. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ tremie systems
    ‐ concrete or grout and delivery systems
    ‐ tremie materials
    ‐ lifting equipment and accessories
    ‐ consumables
    ‐ hand tools, power tools, plant, machinery and ancillary equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • identify quantity, length, area, volume, and wastage associated with the method and procedure to carry out tremie operations
    23. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company and operative
    24. demonstration of work skills to measure, communicate, prepare, position, fit, secure, remove, clean and maintain
    25. install or contribute to the installation of bored and/or driven piles and/or specialist works to given working instructions using at least one of the following methods
    • sheet
    • pressed
    • driven
    • rotary bored
    • driven cast-in-situ
    • mini or micro
    • continuous flight auger
    • displacement flight auger
    • slurry walling
    • tripod
    • vibro
    • diaphragm walling
    26. Fire extinguishers
    • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
    27. Information
    • drawings, instructions, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, electronic data, manufacturers' information, tool-box talks, daily briefings, work instructions, certificates and permits related to piling operations
    28. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
    29. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ install or contribute to the installation of piles using at least one of the following methods: sheet, pressed, driven, rotary bored, driven cast in-situ, mini or micro, continuous flight auger, displacement flight auger, slurry walling, tripod, vibro, diaphragm walling
    ‐ identify and follow the installation quality requirements
    ‐ recognise how recording and reporting accurate information will support quality outcomes
    ‐ recognise how information can contribute to building information modelling
    ‐ work to datum marks, lines, plumbs and levels
    ‐ recognise the uses and characteristics of piling materials
    ‐ recognise changes in ground conditions and soil types
    ‐ recognise the potential effects of installing piles near to existing structures
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ support the rigging and de-rigging of piling plant and machinery
    ‐ assist in the preparation for use, maintenance in use, close down, cleaning and preparation for transportation of plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ direct and guide the movement and operations of plant and machinery
    ‐ recognise the requirements for conducting lifting operations, planning, supervision and safe completion
    ‐ identify, select and check lifting accessories
    ‐ install protection to pile tops to prevent access and damage
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ identify and report variations
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with piling operations
    30. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ piling materials
    ‐ lifting equipment and accessories
    ‐ consumables
    ‐ hand tools, power tools, plant, machinery and ancillary equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • identify quantity, volume, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to contribute to the piling operation
    31. interpretation of drawings, specifications, sequence, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    32. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to at least five of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use of access equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • safe use and storage of lifting accessories
    • safe movement of plant and machinery
    • specific risks to health
    33. demonstration of work skills to measure, position, secure, align, level and adjust
    34. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    35. guide and monitor the piling rig for the formation and/or installation of piles to given working instructions, using at least one of the following methods
    • sheet
    • pressed
    • driven
    • rotary bored
    • driven cast in-situ
    • mini or micro
    • continuous flight auger
    • displacement flight auger
    • slurry walling
    • tripod
    • vibro
    • diaphragm walling
    36. Information
    • drawings, instructions, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, electronic data, manufacturers' information, tool-box talks, daily briefings, work instructions, certificates and permits relating to piling operations
    37. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the sequence of work
    ‐ identify and follow the installation quality requirements and report variations
    ‐ recognise how recording and reporting accurate information will support quality outcomes
    ‐ recognise how information can contribute to building information modelling
    ‐ work to datum marks, lines, plumbs and levels
    ‐ recognise the uses and characteristics of piling materials
    ‐ recognise changes in ground conditions and soil types
    ‐ recognise the potential effects of installing piles near to existing structures
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery 910 support the rigging and de-rigging of piling plant and machinery
    ‐ assist in the preparation for use, maintenance in use, close down, cleaning and preparation for transportation of plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ direct and guide the movement and operations of plant and machinery
    ‐ recognise the requirements for conducting lifting operations, planning, supervision and safe completion
    ‐ identify and check lifting accessories
    ‐ liaise with appointed persons and lift supervisors and position lifting equipment
    ‐ ensure piles are installed in accordance with setting-out and reference points to given tolerances
    ‐ guide, align, level and check the bore or drive position for at least one of the following methods: sheet, pressed, driven rotary bored, driven cast in-situ, mini or micro, continuous flight auger, displacement flight auger, slurry walling, tripod, vibro and diaphragm walling
    ‐ monitor and adjust the rake of the hole or pile
    ‐ maintain records of activities completed and report to the supervisor
    ‐ guide the placement and extraction of support fluids
    ‐ fit and remove piling rig ancillaries
    ‐ prepare, position and place reinforcement steel and other components
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ identify and report variations
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with guiding piling rigs for the formation and installation of piles
    38. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ lifting equipment and ancillaries
    ‐ piling materials
    ‐ hand tools, power tools, plant, machinery and ancillary equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to guide formation of piles
    39. organisation of own work
    40. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
    41. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to at least five of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
    • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
    • safe use and storage of lifting accessories
    • safe use of access equipment
    • specific risks to health
    42. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
    43. selection of resources associated with own work
    • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
    44. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage, and third parties
    45. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, align, position, fit, drive or bore, monitor, construct, record and report
    46. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
    47. prepare, operate and maintain piling plant or machinery to construct piles to given working instructions relating to at least one of the following
    • driven; to include pitch, lifting, handling, driving and monitoring the rate of penetration of piling materials
    • pressed; to include pitch, pressing, extracting, walking and monitoring the rate of penetration of piling materials
    • rotary; to include pitch, control extracted spoil, rate of penetration and extraction
    • mini or micro piling, (driven or rotary); to include working in areas of restricted access
    • diaphragm walling; to include excavating, lifting and handling piling materials and monitoring rate of excavation and control of extracted spoil
    • vibro; to include dry top feed and bottom feed stone columns, rapid impact compaction and vibro concrete columns
    48. stop, shut down and secure plant or machinery
    49. record and report activities, including progress and completion
    50. Communication
    • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
    51. Hazards
    • those identified by method of work, risk and COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    52. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    53. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, electronic data, manufacturers' information, tool-box talks, daily briefings, work instructions, certificates, permits and current regulations governing the operation of piling plant and machinery
    54. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    55. Maintenance
    • operative care of plant, machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    56. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for the construction of piles
    ‐ carry out operator maintenance and function checks
    ‐ identify the area for piling, the working platform, safe access and egress points
    ‐ confirm supplied information, piling materials and resources match site conditions prior to commencing work and report changes
    ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
    ‐ install, or contribute to the installation of piles using at least one of the following methods: sheet, pressed, driven, rotary bored, driven cast in-situ, mini or micro, continuous flight auger, displacement flight auger, slurry walling, tripod, vibro or diaphragm walling
    ‐ identify and follow the installation quality requirements
    ‐ recognise how recording and reporting accurate information will support quality outcomes
    ‐ recognise how information can contribute to building information modelling
    ‐ work to datum marks, lines, plumbs and levels
    ‐ recognise changes in ground conditions and soil types and report
    ‐ recognise the potential effects of installing piles near to existing structures
    ‐ operate with, around and in close proximity to other plant and machinery
    ‐ support the rigging and de-rigging of piling plant and machinery
    ‐ assist in the preparation for use, maintenance in use, close down, cleaning and preparation for transportation of plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ comply with instructions when being directed and guided
    ‐ recognise the requirements for conducting lifting operations, planning, supervision and safe completion
    ‐ identify, select and check lifting accessories
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ identify and report variations
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ identify the criteria for plant and machinery travelling on public highways
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools, machinery and ancillary equipment
    ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for the construction of piles
    57. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
    ‐ attachments and aids for the construction of piles
    ‐ hand tools, power tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • identify weight, quantity, length, height and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant and machinery used to construct piles
    58. Skills
    • own occupation and occupations related to the work
    59. Types of engineering activities installation of plant machinery and equipment
    • Complexity of activities these activities would be carried out on site or client's/hirers premises planned installation of plant and equipment and their associated systems and components, depending on the installation environment; typical examples could include construction sites; client/hirers premises; working at height; unfavourable weather conditions; working below ground; confined spaces dealing with problems, breakdowns and emergencies
    • Level and extent of responsibility the responsibility extends to organising and supervising your own and work of other staff on a day-to-day basis and requires you to provide technical expertise to the work of others as required. This would be in accordance with organisational procedures and requirements for the installation of plant machinery and equipment
    • Methods of communicating activities use of the following methods of communication activities: spoken; written; electronic
    • Groups of people with which relationships should be maintained establishing and maintaining working relationships and dealing with difficulties whilst still maintaining relationships with colleagues, customers, general public, supervisors and line managers when dealing with own work and the work of others
    • Communications reporting to others in a fair and honest manner and seeking guidance, advice and assistance informing others of their work activities and plans, work progress and results
    60. Level and extent of responsibility for this standard the candidates responsibility is limited to working within detailed specifications and following clearly defined procedures. In some cases the candidate will still be expected to refer to others (e.g. chargehand, supervisor) for final authorisation
    • Types of assets to be dismantled associated with plant installations used in the construction and allied industries and plant hire industries; typical examples could include: goods hoists; passenger hoists; transport platforms; tower cranes; mobile cranes; mobile plant; static plant
    • Dismantling methods and techniques to be used typical methods and techniques could include manual handling, use of lifting aids and accessories, use of hand and powered tools safe systems of work for the dismantling of the installation removal and storage of assemblies, sub-assemblies, parts and components, and ancillary equipment
    • Types of disconnections to be made disconnections could include power supply; retaining devices (nuts, bolts, pins, clips); linkages; wire ropes; controls; levers; plug in devices; ties; anchors; supports; mast sections; cable and associated connections; pipework; safety devices
    • Complexity of dismantling to be carried out there will be a significant number of parts and components to be dismantled and some securing points and connections may be difficult to access and could be complex to achieve, depending on the specific installation, typical examples could include site conditions; hirers/clients premises; confined spaces; working at height; working below ground
    61. Level and extent of responsibility for this standard, responsibility extends to carrying out basic maintenance tasks as directed by your supervisor/authorised person
    • Assets or equipment to be maintained the plant installations and their associated systems are those typically used in the construction and plant hire industries and could include goods hoists; passenger hoists; transport platforms; tower cranes; mobile cranes; mobile plant; static plant
    • Types of maintenance procedures and activities the servicing and maintenance procedures and activities that would be undertaken under operational conditions on construction sites, clients/hirers premises typical basic maintenance activities could include replenishment of lubricants; easily replaced components; lubrication of parts and components, wire ropes etc; cleaning parts and components; securing fastenings, e.g. nuts, bolts, pins, linkages; replacing fastenings, nuts, bolts, pins, etc; carrying out minor adjustments disposing of waste materials and substances in accordance with manufacturers specifications and organisational procedures and instructions
    • Quality standards and accuracy to be achieved in accordance with manufacturers specifications and organisational instructions and procedures
    62. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, plant and vehicle movement plans and manufacturers' information related to the movement of vehicles, plant or machinery
    63. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the movement of vehicles, plant or machinery and the work to be carried out
    64. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use and storage of tools
    • safe use and storage of equipment
    • specific risks to health
    65. selection of resources associated with own work
    • hand tools and ancillary equipment
    • signalling and communication equipment
    66. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
    67. demonstration of work skills to measure, gauge, estimate, interpret, judge, explain, prepare, command, direct, guide, indicate, inform, instruct, sign, position, move, secure, signal and relay
    68. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and signalling and communication equipment
    69. direct and guide the movement of loaded and unloaded vehicles, including articulated vehicles and plant or machinery (wheeled or tracked) to given working instructions, relating to the following
    • hand signals
    • hand signalling equipment
    • verbal and electronic communication equipment
    70. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
    71. Communication
    • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings, signalling and radio communication
    72. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    73. Hazards
    • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    74. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    75. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, plant and vehicle movement plans, manufacturers' information and Codes of Practice for the direction and guidance of vehicle, plant and machinery
    76. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    77. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, ancillary equipment, signalling and communication equipment
    78. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the differences between directing and guiding movement, directing and guiding operations and slinging and signalling
    ‐ interpret a work management plan and vehicle movement plan
    ‐ identify the hierarchy of traffic control measures and pedestrian separation
    ‐ organise and ensure the maintenance of holding areas, routes, exclusion zones, markers and signs
    ‐ assess and determine the movement of vehicles, plant and machinery, to include own position of safety, visibility, ground conditions and features, proximity hazards and weight limits
    ‐ recognise and react to changing conditions, ground, environment, weather, light, numbers and types of vehicles, plant and machinery
    ‐ liaise with, convey and collect information from and to, drivers and operators
    ‐ recognise and utilise movement aids (cameras, mirrors, audio and visual warnings, etc.)
    ‐ recognise blind-spots, potential crush zones and other limitations to driver visibility
    ‐ recognise the requirements of directing and guiding the movement of vehicles, plant and machinery onto and from public highways
    ‐ recognise the requirements of working on public highways
    ‐ direct and guide different vehicle types and size e.g. height, weight length, width, tracked, wheeled and articulated continued/...
    79. Methods of work (continued)
    • assess and determine the movement of loads, including unloading, discharging and loading requirements
    ‐ direct and guide vehicles, plant and machinery across rough or uneven terrain
    ‐ check the integrity of load securing equipment and stability of loads, prior to commencement of movements and on arrival, prior to release
    ‐ signal and communicate following recognised and agreed operational procedures
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ use hand tools and ancillary equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with directing and guiding the movement of vehicles, plant and machinery
    80. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    81. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
    • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    82. selection of resources associated with own work
    • attachments, tools and ancillary equipment
    83. demonstration of work skills to prepare, configure, align, fit, connect, fasten, adjust, secure, check, manoeuvre, operate, disconnect, remove and store
    84. fit, operate and remove plant attachments to given working instructions for at least one of the following
    • lift and transfer
    • cut or shear or sever
    • bore or drill
    • drive
    • hammer
    • vibrate
    • remove
    • compact or level
    • mix
    • access as a work platform
    • demolish or process
    85. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing plant and machinery attachments
    86. Maintenance
    • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, attachments and ancillary equipment
    87. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify relevant attachment documentation
    ‐ select attachment compatible to the plant and machinery for: lifting, transferring, cutting, shearing, severing, boring, drilling, driving, hammering, removing, compacting, levelling, accessing, demolishing and processing
    ‐ configure plant and machinery to accept attachments
    ‐ fit attachments
    ‐ operate, maintain, manoeuvre, shut down and secure plant and machinery with an attachment
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ recognise signals given to fit and remove attachments
    ‐ disconnect attachments
    ‐ remove attachments and move plant and machinery
    ‐ secure and store attachments
    ‐ transport attachments
    ‐ use hand tools and equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with the use of plant and machinery attachments
    88. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, lift plans, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the floating vessel operation and the work to be carried out
    89. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the floating vessel operation and the work to be carried out
    90. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use and storage of plant or machinery on floating vessels
    • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
    91. selection of resources associated with own work
    • plant, machinery, attachments, tools and ancillary equipment
    92. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment, accessories and lifting accessories
    93. carry out plant operations from a floating vessel to given working instructions, protocols and Codes of Practice, relating to the movement and operation for at least six of the following activities
    • lift
    • transfer
    • extract
    • excavate
    • construct
    • form
    • receive
    • access
    • distribute
    • demolish
    • process
    94. shut down and secure plant or machinery
    95. Communication
    96. discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
    97. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    ‐ man overboard
    98. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures(including marine life saving equipment)
    ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE including life jackets)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    99. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, lift plans, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing operations from and with, a floating vessel
    100. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    101. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, plant, machinery and ancillary equipment
    102. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ mobilise and demobilise plant for floating vessel operations
    ‐ identify the restrictions on plant and machinery when operating on a floating vessel
    ‐ counter the effects of floating vessel movement during plant and machinery operations
    ‐ carry out function checks for the control of plant and machinery on the floating vessel
    ‐ confirm the area of work for the operation
    ‐ recognise operational limitations and de-ratings
    ‐ confirm safety and security requirements
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ synchronise movements with other plant and machinery on a floating vessel
    ‐ prepare, manoeuvre, position, sea fasten and set up plant and machinery for operations
    ‐ stop, shut down operations and secure plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools and equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with plant and machinery operations from a floating vessel
    103. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
    104. demonstration of work skills check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position and compact
    105. operate plant or machinery for compaction to given working instructions, relating to one of the following categories
    • ride on rollers
    • compactors
    106. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for compaction work
    107. Maintenance
    • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools and ancillary equipment
    108. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for compaction operations
    ‐ carry out function checks for compaction operations
    ‐ identify with the area for the compaction work
    ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
    ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
    ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
    ‐ recognise different compaction methods
    ‐ recognise and work compaction patterns
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ complete compaction work
    ‐ travel on public highways
    ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for compaction work
    109. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position, construct or form
    110. operate plant or machinery to construct or form to given working instructions relating to one of the following categories
    • graders
    • piling rigs
    • drilling rigs
    • dozers
    • tunnelling plant and equipment
    • formwork rig (slipform, climbing, jumping)
    111. Scope/range related Communication to knowledge and
    • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
    112. Hazards
    • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    113. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for construction or formation
    114. Maintenance
    • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    115. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for construction and formation operations
    ‐ carry out function checks for the construction and formation operation
    ‐ identify the area for the construction and formation work
    ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
    ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
    ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ complete construction and formation work
    ‐ travel on public highways
    ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for construction or formation work
    116. operate plant or machinery to construct or form to given working instructions relating to one of the following categories
    • graders
    • piling rigs
    • drilling rigs
    • dozers
    • tunnelling plant and equipment
    117. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, operate, manoeuvre, position, excavate, measure and remove
    118. operate plant or machinery to excavate ground and loose materials to given working instructions relating to one of the following categories
    • excavators
    • trenchers
    • dozers
    • loading shovels
    119. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for excavation work
    120. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for excavating operations
    ‐ carry out function checks for excavation work
    ‐ identify the area to be excavated
    ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
    ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
    ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ excavate accurately to line and level
    ‐ use equipment to gauge and measure
    ‐ travel on public highways
    ‐ excavate materials safely and securely
    ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery to excavate ground and loose materials
    121. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position, extract, form, remove and load
    122. operate plant or machinery to extract ground, face and loose materials or commodities to given working instructions relating to one of the following categories
    • excavators
    • loading shovels
    • skid steer loaders
    • motorised scrapers
    • trenchers
    • draglines
    • dozers
    123. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for extraction work
    124. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for extraction operations
    ‐ carry out function checks for the extraction operation
    ‐ identify the area to be extracted
    ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
    ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
    ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ extract, remove and load materials and commodities safely and securely
    ‐ form and remove stockpiles
    ‐ travel on public highways
    ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant or machinery to extract ground, loose materials and commodities
    125. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
    126. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position, mix, lay, distribute and compact
    127. operate plant or machinery for laying and distribution work to given working instructions, relating to at least one of the following categories
    • soil stabilisers
    • binder spreaders
    • motorised scrapers
    • towed scrapers
    • dozers
    • laser screeders
    • topping spreaders
    128. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for laying and distribution work
    129. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for laying and distribution operations
    ‐ carry out function checks for the laying and distribution work
    ‐ identify with the area for the laying and distribution work
    ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
    ‐ confirm material characteristics
    ‐ lay and distribute materials in laying patterns
    ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
    ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ complete laying and distribution work
    ‐ travel on public highways
    ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for laying and distribution work
    130. demonstration of work skills to check, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position and process
    131. operate plant or machinery for processing operations to given working instructions, relating to at least one of the following categories
    • crushers
    • screeners
    • batching plant
    132. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery for carrying out processing work
    133. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for processing operations
    ‐ carry out function checks for process operations
    ‐ identify with the area for the process work
    ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ carry out the processing work
    ‐ deal with blockages prior to, during and on completion of operations
    ‐ deposit processed materials
    ‐ travel on public highways
    ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for process work
    134. operate plant or machinery to receive and transport bulk material loads to given working instructions, relating to one of the following categories
    • concrete pumps
    • forward tipping dumpers
    • tractors complete with towed equipment
    • tunnelling plant and equipment
    • dump trucks
    • bowsers
    • volumetric truck
    135. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery to receive and transport loads
    136. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for the receipt and transportation operations
    ‐ carry out function checks to receive and transport loads
    ‐ identify characteristics, type and volume of loads to receive and transport
    ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ receive, secure and balance loads for transport
    ‐ transport and deposit loads
    ‐ travel on public highways
    ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for receiving and transporting bulk material loads
    137. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, communicate, manoeuvre, position, access and set down
    138. operate plant or machinery used as work platforms to given working instructions, relating to one of the following categories
    • mobile elevated working platforms
    • mast climbing work platforms
    139. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    ‐ rescue plans
    140. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant and machinery
    141. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, working in restricted areas, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    142. Maintenance
    • operative care of plant and machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment
    143. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used as work platforms
    ‐ identify valid certification for maintenance, inspection and thorough examination
    ‐ carry out function checks for accessing operation
    ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability and ground conditions affecting the work and surrounding area
    ‐ identify and remain aware of the area of operation to include potential entrapment situations
    ‐ use of fall prevention equipment
    ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
    ‐ position, set up and secure plant and machinery for accessing operations
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ operate, manoeuvre, position, set down and secure
    ‐ operate and travel on public highways
    ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery used as work platforms
    144. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, work package plans, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
    145. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use and storage of plant and machinery
    • safe use of tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    146. demonstration of work skills to prepare, manoeuvre, configure, place, travel, negotiate, set, operate and remove
    147. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment attachments and/or accessories
    148. operate road rail plant to given working instructions for at least one of the following
    • lift carry and/or transfer
    • extract
    • excavate
    • construct and/or form
    • receive and/or transport
    • access as a work platform
    • lay and/or distribute
    • compact
    • demolish and/or process
    149. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, lift plans, work package plans, risk assessments, certification and manufacturers' information for the operation of road rail plant
    150. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, plant and machinery and ancillary equipment
    151. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant and machinery used for rail operations
    ‐ operate, maintain, shut down and secure road rail plant and machinery
    ‐ identify the documentation and certification requirements for road rail plant, machinery, equipment and attachments
    ‐ operate radios
    ‐ recognise current signalling systems in use for road rail plant
    ‐ place the plant and machine on and off rails
    ‐ identify the criteria for movements within possessions
    ‐ recognise and avoid damage to axle counter equipment, force transducers and accelerometers
    ‐ avoid damage to infrastructure including track, lineside and undertrack equipment supporting structures, routes of cables and services
    ‐ work on cants and gradients
    ‐ negotiate points and crossings
    ‐ move failed machines
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ travel on public highways
    ‐ shut down and secure plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating road rail plant
    152. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the barge operation and the work to be carried out
    153. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the barge operation and the work to be carried out
    154. avoid hazards by following given safety information, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to carry out the activity in accordance with legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and/or organisational requirements
    155. safe use and storage of plant and barge vessel, tools and equipment
    156. safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
    157. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
    158. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
    159. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, communicate, operate, manoeuvre, control, position and anchor
    160. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    161. manoeuvre, position and secure the plant to the barge and ballast and anchor the barge
    162. carry out plant operations from a barge to given working instructions, protocols and Codes of Practice, relating to the movement of the plant and barge, for one or more of the following operations
    • lift
    • transfer
    • extract
    • excavate
    • construct
    • form
    • receive
    • transport
    • access
    • lay
    • distribute
    • compact
    • demolish
    • process
    163. Communication
    • discussions, sketches and briefings
    164. Hazards
    • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers technical information statutory regulations and official guidance
    165. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, manufacturers' information and regulations governing operations from, and with, a barge vessel
    166. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    167. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools and ancillary equipment
    168. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the barge vessel appropriate to the plant operation
    ‐ carry out performance checks for the control of plant or machinery on the barge
    ‐ confirm the area of work for the operation
    ‐ confirm safety and security requirements
    ‐ prepare, manoeuvre, position, anchor, ballast and set up the barge for plant operations
    ‐ carry out plant operations for the control of barges to recognised codes of practice
    ‐ stop, shut down operations and secure plant and barge
    ‐ use hand tools and equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with the operations and control of a barge
    169. personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
    170. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least four of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe preparation for use of plant or machinery
    • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    171. demonstration of work skills to fit, attach, set up, adjust, secure, check, confirm and remove
    172. prepare plant, machinery or equipment prior to operational performance to given working instructions relating to
    • set up
    • functional checks
    • operational performance
    • safety and security
    173. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant or machinery or the use of equipment
    174. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ find information for preparing plant and machinery including attachments and ancillary equipment
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ complete pre-use checks
    ‐ select ancillary equipment and accessories
    ‐ prepare, set up and adjust for operational requirements, safety and security
    ‐ complete function checks
    ‐ recognise and determine when specific skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ operate and move plant and machinery, and use equipment
    ‐ move and remove attachments, ancillary equipment and accessories
    ‐ travel on public highways
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with preparing plant, machinery and equipment prior to operations
    175. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least five of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
    • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
    • safe use of access equipment
    • specific risks to health
    176. selection of resources associated with own work
    • tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    177. demonstration of work skills to check, prepare, refill, replenish, set up, align, engage, adjust, manoeuvre, empty, wash out, clear and clean
    178. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment
    179. operate plant or machinery to given working instructions to sweep and to carry out at least two of the following
    • tipping of lifted materials
    • scrub clean
    • hose clean, wet sweep
    • pressure wash clean
    • suck empty or clear
    • blow clear
    180. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, work instructions, manufacturers' information, waste carriers register and current regulations governing the operation of plant or machinery
    181. Maintenance
    • operative care of plant or machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    182. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant, machinery and equipment used to sweep, clean and clear
    ‐ liaise with site representative
    ‐ complete pre-use and post stop checks for sweeper, cleaner, clearer and ancillary equipment
    ‐ carry out functional checks
    ‐ identify the area to be swept, cleaned and cleared
    ‐ check to avoid damage to structures, utilities service apparatus, vehicles, people and animals
    ‐ prepare, set up and adjust for operational requirements, safety and security
    ‐ operate plant, machinery and equipment; gears, clutch, brake, steering, reversing aids, speed and position for sweeping, cleaning and clearing patterns, sequences and operations
    ‐ monitor operations making use of audio and visual aids
    ‐ identify and deal with waste streams
    ‐ empty and discharge hopper and dispose of lifted materials
    ‐ recognise and avoid fly tipping
    ‐ form stockpiles
    ‐ replenish, refill water from remote hydrants
    ‐ monitor brush wear
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ travel on public highways
    ‐ deal with spills of oil, diesel, petrol and chemicals
    ‐ washout hopper
    ‐ operate in various conditions, day, night, low light, restricted visibility changing weather conditions
    ‐ shut down and secure plant or machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for sweeping, cleaning and clearing
    183. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables
    ‐ brushes, hoses and nozzles
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant or machinery for sweeping, cleaning and clearing
    184. interpretation of drawings, computer generated data, specifications, method statements, task briefings, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    185. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the machinery operation and the work to be carried out
    186. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use of access equipment/systems
    • safe use and storage of machinery
    • specific risks to health
    187. maintain a clean work space
    188. demonstration of work skills to check, evaluate, adjust, communicate, align, manoeuvre, position, construct and form
    189. prepare and operate at least one of the following tunnel boring machines (TBM) to construct and form tunnels to given working instructions
    • earth pressure balance TBM
    • slurry TBM
    190. analyse and process computer generated data
    191. shut down and secure the machine
    192. Communication
    • discussions, electronic data and briefings
    193. Hazards
    • those identified by method of work, risk and COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, task and tool box talks, statutory regulations and official guidance
    194. Information
    • drawings, computer generated data, specifications, schedules, method statements, task briefings, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures, official guidance and current regulations governing tunnelling and the operation of tunnel boring machines
    195. Maintenance
    • operative care of machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    196. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the TBM used for the construction and formation of tunnels
    ‐ carry out function checks for the tunnelling operation
    ‐ identify geological, environmental and material changes and report
    ‐ carry out pre-operational checks for obstructions, stability, safety and security of the work and surrounding area
    ‐ carry out the tunnelling operation using an earth pressure balance or slurry TBM
    ‐ check to avoid damage to structures and utilities service apparatus
    ‐ operate hydraulic systems
    ‐ interpret, analyse and process the visual display and computer data systems to advance the machine's operation
    ‐ identify working parameters (ground pressures/strata changes)
    ‐ identify alignment and rate of advance
    ‐ adjust machine settings, as required, to maintain alignment
    ‐ record and report information
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ shut down and secure the TBM
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating earth pressure balance or slurry tunnel boring machines to construct and form tunnels
    197. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants, attachments and aids for construction and formation work
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify quantity and length associated with the method/procedure to operate earth pressure balance or slurry tunnel boring machines to construct and form tunnels
  4. Offshore Scaffolders
    responsibility
    1. Erect and dismantle independent and birdcage scaffolds
      COSVR247 This standard is about preparing, erecting and dismantling independent and birdcage scaffolds, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpret plans, drawings, sketches, method statements, risk assessments, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoid risk by following the given information relating to the following:
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. select resources associated with own work:
      • materials, components, fixings, anchors and ties
      • tools and equipment
      • access equipment
      4. protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy workspace
      6. dispose waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstrate work skills to measure, set out, assemble, fix, position, secure and remove
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and access equipment
      9. erect and dismantle independent and birdcage scaffolds to given working instructions for one of the following:
      • tube and fitting
      • systems scaffold
      10. erect and dismantle bridging beam work within either independent or birdcage scaffold
      11. complete own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with:
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment:
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      16. Information
      • plans, drawings and sketches, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' technical information, regulations and official guidance associated with scaffolding work
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools, ancillary equipment and access equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ confirm the area to erect the independent and birdcage scaffolds
      ‐ confirm that the stability of the foundation and structure on which the scaffold will be erected and secured has been considered
      ‐ identify the technical differences between independent and birdcage scaffolds
      ‐ confirm the materials and component make-up (tube and fitting, systems scaffolds)
      ‐ set out and prepare for the erection of independent and birdcage scaffolds
      ‐ erect and secure scaffolds
      ‐ dismantle and remove independent and birdcage scaffolds
      ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
      ‐ install ties and test anchors
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • teamwork and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with erecting and dismantling independent and birdcage scaffolds
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work:
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and specialist:
      ‐ tube and fitting
      ‐ systems scaffold
      ‐ associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties, boards, plates, beams, ladders, proprietary components)
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to erect and dismantle independent and birdcage scaffolds
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative, vehicles
      suite
      Accessing Operations and Rigging (Construction)
    duty
    1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
    2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
    3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
    4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
    5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
    6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
    knowledge
    1. Interpretation of information
    • organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
    • types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
    • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
    2. Safe work practices
    • current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
    3. Selection of resources
    • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
    • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
    • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
    • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    4. Minimise the risk of damage
    • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
    • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
    5. Meet the contract specification
    • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
    • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
    6. Allocated time
    • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
    context
    1. interpret plans, drawings, sketches, method statements, risk assessments, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    2. avoid risk by following the given information relating to the following:
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use of access equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    3. select resources associated with own work:
    • materials, components, fixings, anchors and ties
    • tools and equipment
    • access equipment
    4. protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
    5. maintain a clear and tidy workspace
    6. dispose waste in accordance with current legislation
    7. demonstrate work skills to measure, set out, assemble, fix, position, secure and remove
    8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and access equipment
    9. erect and dismantle independent and birdcage scaffolds to given working instructions for one of the following:
    • tube and fitting
    • systems scaffold
    10. erect and dismantle bridging beam work within either independent or birdcage scaffold
    11. complete own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
    12. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    13. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with:
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    14. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    15. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment:
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    16. Information
    • plans, drawings and sketches, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' technical information, regulations and official guidance associated with scaffolding work
    17. Legislation and official guidance
    • responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    18. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools, ancillary equipment and access equipment
    19. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ confirm the area to erect the independent and birdcage scaffolds
    ‐ confirm that the stability of the foundation and structure on which the scaffold will be erected and secured has been considered
    ‐ identify the technical differences between independent and birdcage scaffolds
    ‐ confirm the materials and component make-up (tube and fitting, systems scaffolds)
    ‐ set out and prepare for the erection of independent and birdcage scaffolds
    ‐ erect and secure scaffolds
    ‐ dismantle and remove independent and birdcage scaffolds
    ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
    ‐ install ties and test anchors
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • teamwork and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with erecting and dismantling independent and birdcage scaffolds
    20. Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work:
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    21. Programme
    • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    22. Protect work
    • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
    23. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and specialist:
    ‐ tube and fitting
    ‐ systems scaffold
    ‐ associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties, boards, plates, beams, ladders, proprietary components)
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to erect and dismantle independent and birdcage scaffolds
    24. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company and operative, vehicles
  5. Painters
    responsibility
    1. Apply coatings by the air spray method
      COSVR340 This standard is about assembling and setting up the high volume low pressure (HVLP) air spray systems, applying coatings with air spray equipment and cleaning out and maintaining the air spray equipment, providing protection to the work area, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting, preparing and using materials, components, tools and associated equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to prepare, load, protect, communicate, measure, assemble, position, secure and clean
      8. use and maintain hand and power tools, air spray equipment and ancillary equipment
      9. set up and adjust spray equipment (high volume low pressure [HVLP] systems) to achieve the finish stated in the given working instructions, relating to
      • preparation of coatings
      • loading the system
      • monitoring and maintaining supply
      10. apply water-borne and/or solvent-borne coatings by high volume low pressure [HVLP] air spray systems to given working instructions for the following
      • broad work
      • linear and structural components
      11. check wet film thickness (as specified)
      12. shut down and clean out spray equipment
      13. implement shut down procedures
      • temporary shut down
      • final shut down, clean out and maintain spray equipment
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      15. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      16. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities (to include air and fluid injection)
      17. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam and powder
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with occupational requirements
      21. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people, and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of spray equipment, associated hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ check suitability of previously decorated or prepared surfaces
      ‐ provide protection by sheeting, masking and removing items
      ‐ select and assemble component parts for spraying equipment (high volume low pressure [HVLP] systems)
      ‐ prepare and apply coatings: single-pack and two-pack systems
      ‐ load, operate, maintain (during use) and monitor the paint spray equipment
      ‐ establish air-change requirements in confined areas
      ‐ assemble, set up, operate and shut down spray equipment
      ‐ use correct spray gun technique on broad areas, angles, linear items and complex structural features
      ‐ plan the safety of operatives and the general public from spraying activities
      ‐ identify and report spray equipment problems
      ‐ identify and rectify application problems
      ‐ measure wet film thickness with gauges
      ‐ shut down, clean, maintain and store equipment
      ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect coatings and their application process
      ‐ identify the working life of prepared materials
      ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ identify and follow manufacture instructions
      ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ inspect and use access equipment
      ‐ use hand tools and ancillary equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with applying coatings by the air spray method
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      25. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      26. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and adverse weather conditions
      27. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
      ‐ water-borne and solvent-borne coatings
      ‐ masking materials: masking tape, masking paper, dust sheets, masking shield
      ‐ two-pack coatings (base, activator and solvents)
      ‐ protective sheeting
      ‐ access equipment
      ‐ hand tools, wet film thickness gauges and air spray equipment (high volume low pressure [HVLP] systems) and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating the quantity, including wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to apply coatings by the air spray method
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      28. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)
    2. Apply coatings by the airless spray method
      COSVR339 This standard is about applying coatings by airless spray equipment including assembling, setting up, using, cleaning out and maintaining the airless spray equipment, providing protection to the work area, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out.
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to prepare, load, protect, communicate, measure, assemble, position, secure and clean
      8. use and maintain hand and power tools, airless spray equipment and ancillary equipment
      9. set up and adjust spray equipment to achieve the finish stated in the given working instructions, relating to the following
      • preparation of coatings
      • loading the system
      • monitor and maintain supply
      10. apply water-borne and/or solvent-borne coatings by airless spray to given working instructions for the following
      • broad work
      • linear and structural components
      11. check wet film thickness (as specified)
      12. implement shut down procedures
      • temporary shut down
      • final shut down, clean out and maintain spray equipment
      13. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      14. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities (to include fluid injection)
      16. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam and powder
      17. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      18. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      19. Information
      • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with occupational requirements
      20. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people, and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      21. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools, spray equipment and ancillary equipment
      22. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ check suitability of previously decorated and/or prepared surfaces
      ‐ provide protection by sheeting, masking and removing items
      ‐ select and assemble component parts for paint spraying equipment
      ‐ prepare and apply coatings: single pack and/or two pack systems
      ‐ load, operate, maintain (during use) and monitor the paint spray equipment
      ‐ establish air-change requirements in confined areas
      ‐ assemble, set up, operate and shut down spray equipment
      ‐ use correct spray gun technique on broad areas and complex structural features
      ‐ implement safety procedures to protect operatives and the general public from spraying activities
      ‐ identify and report spray equipment problems
      ‐ identify and rectify application problems
      ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect coatings and their application process
      ‐ identify the working and pot life of materials prepared for use
      ‐ measure wet film thickness
      ‐ shut down, clean, maintain and store equipment
      ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ identify and follow manufacturer's instructions
      ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ inspect and use access equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with applying coatings by the airless spray method
      23. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      24. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      25. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from spraying operations, general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and adverse weather conditions
      26. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ water-borne and solvent-borne coatings
      ‐ masking materials: masking tape, masking paper, dust sheets, masking shield
      ‐ two-pack coatings (base, activator and solvent)
      ‐ protective sheeting
      ‐ plant and access equipment
      ‐ hand tools, power tools, wet film thickness gauges, airless spray equipment and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to apply coatings by the airless spray method
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      27. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)
    3. Apply coatings to produce textured finishes
      COSVR647 This standard is about preparing for and applying coatings to produce textured finishes by use of brush, stippler and roller, providing protection to the work area, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting, preparing and using materials, components, tools and associated equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, asbestos report, risk assessments, method statements, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out.
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health, including any highlighted by an asbestos report
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to mix, lay-on, manipulate, clean, wash, measure, fill and smooth
      8. use and maintain hand and power tools and associated equipment
      9. mix and apply coatings to given working instructions and produce the following textured finishes
      • stippled design
      • one other manufacturers' recognised design produced by brush and/or stippler and/or roller
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam and powder
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by an asbestos survey, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with occupational requirements
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ prepare surfaces for texturing (new and previously textured)
      ‐ produce a range of manufacturers' recognised brush, stippler and roller textured finishes
      ‐ prepare texturing coatings
      ‐ lay-on texturing material to surfaces
      ‐ work around electrical fittings and pipework
      ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect coatings and their application process
      ‐ identify the working life of prepared materials
      ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
      ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ inspect and use access equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with the application of coatings to produce textured finishes
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and atmospheric weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ powder-based and ready-mixed texturing materials
      ‐ primers and sealers
      ‐ access equipment
      ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
      ‐ waste containers and/or bags
      ‐ texturing tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating the quantity, including wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to apply coatings to produce textured finishes
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)
    4. Apply metal leaf to surfaces
      COSVR348 This standard is about applying loose leaf metal and/or transfer metal to previously prepared surfaces, providing protection to the work area, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting, preparing and using materials, components, tools and associated equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to cut, pick-up, lay-on, burnish and seal when required
      8. use and maintain hand tools and associated equipment
      9. apply appropriate barrier coat as required
      10. apply appropriate gold size, loose leaf metal and transfer metal, skew and burnish to given working instructions, relating to the following areas
      • flat areas
      • detailed and/or ornate areas
      11. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam and powder
      15. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      16. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      17. Information
      • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with occupational requirements
      18. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      19. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and associated equipment
      20. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ check suitability of previously prepared surfaces
      ‐ clean surfaces for application
      ‐ prepare and apply suitable barrier coat when required
      ‐ identify starting and finishing points
      ‐ prepare and apply solvent-borne and water-borne gold size and loose leaf metal and transfer metal to flat and ornate surfaces
      ‐ remove barrier coat from finished work
      ‐ skew surplus materials
      ‐ burnish metal surfaces
      ‐ apply protective coatings when required
      ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect gold size, protective coatings and their application process
      ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
      ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ inspect and use access equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use hand tools and associated equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with applying metal leaf to surfaces
      21. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      22. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      23. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and adverse atmospheric conditions
      24. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ loose leaf metal and transfer metal
      ‐ gold sizes
      ‐ barrier coats and protective coatings
      ‐ cotton wool
      ‐ waste containers and/or bags and skewing bags
      ‐ access equipment
      ‐ hand tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to apply metal leaf to surfaces
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      25. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      1. Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)
      2. Senior Crafts (Construction)
    5. Appy surface coatings by brush and roller
      COSVR333 This standard is about applying water-borne and/or solvent-borne coatings by brush and/or roller in industrial and/or non-industrial situations, providing protection to the work area, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out.
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to match, mix, pour, dilute, load, lay-on, lay-off and cut-in
      8. use and maintain hand and power tools and associated equipment
      9. apply water-borne and/or solvent-borne coatings to internal and/or external surfaces for industrial and/or non-industrial situations, to given working instructions for trim, broad areas and structural and architectural work by brush and/or roller
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam and powder
      14. Hazards
      • identify by risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with occupational requirements
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people, and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of brushes, rollers, and associated tools and equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ check suitability of previously decorated or prepared surfaces
      ‐ prepare and apply water-borne, solvent-borne and two-pack coatings by brush and roller
      ‐ coat broad areas and structural and/or architectural features
      ‐ stripe-coat surface features (industrial environment)
      ‐ test wet and dry film thickness
      ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect coatings and their application process
      ‐ identify the working and pot life of materials prepared for use
      ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
      ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ inspect and use access equipment
      ‐ use appropriate brushes, rollers and associated tools and equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with applying surface coatings systems by brush and roller and members of the public who may be affected
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ water-borne and solvent-borne coatings
      ‐ primers, sealers, intermediate coatings (undercoats) and finishes (single- and two-pack coatings)
      ‐ single-product systems (e.g. emulsions, varnishes, timber preservative treatments)
      ‐ specialist coatings
      ‐ solvents and/or thinners
      ‐ appropriate brushes, rollers and other associated equipment
      ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
      ‐ plant and access equipment
      ‐ hand tools and associated equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to apply surface coatings by brush and roller
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      1. Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)
      2. Accessing Operations and Rigging (Construction)
      3. Construction Using Off-site Manufactured Assemblies
      4. Building Maintenance Multi-trades Repair and Refurbishment Operations
    6. Hang hand trimmed wall coverings
      cosvr604 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting and preparing materials and associated equipment 4 providing protection to the work area 5 analysing surfaces for defects, proposing solutions and carrying out repairs 6 hanging hand trimmed wall coverings to complex and demanding architectural features
      duty
      interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe work practices select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of specifications, current regulations/legislation, method statements and/or risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by following the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use and storage of products, tools and equipment (with emphasis on sharp bladed knives)
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to inspect, analyse, propose, repair, shade, trim, measure, match, cut, mix, apply, fold, position, fix and clean-off
      8. use and maintain hand tools and associated equipment
      9. set out, prepare and hang handprints and lincrusta wall coverings to given working instructions
      • selvedge removal by knife and straight edge and/or trimming tool and straight edge
      • hand block prints to columns, pillars, internal/external angles and arches
      • hang lincrusta to staircases with raking cuts and/or joints
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment (with emphasis on sharp blades), method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Information
      • specifications, current regulations/legislation, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information
      15. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling
      16. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and associated equipment
      17. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ inspect and analyse surfaces for defects
      ‐ propose solutions for defects
      ‐ carry out repairs
      ‐ prepare wall coverings and adhesives
      ‐ hand trim handprints and lincrusta
      ‐ prepare, set out and hang to free standing columns/pillars, staircases, walls with both internal and external angles, alcoves, niches and arches
      ‐ use hand tools and associated equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with hanging hand trimmed wall coverings
      18. personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ sealers and adhesives
      ‐ wall coverings
      ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
      ‐ waste containers/bags
      ‐ access equipment
      ‐ hand trimming tools and associated equipment for specialist wall coverings
      • methods of calculating quantity of materials reqquired associated with the method/procedure to hang hand trimmed wall coverings
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Senior Crafts (Construction)
    7. Hang non-standard width wallcoverings
      COSVR337 This standard is about hanging wide-width wallcoverings to surfaces, providing protection to the work area, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment in industrial and/or non-industrial situations.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out.
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to shade, measure, cut, mix and apply, fold, position and fix, trim and clean off
      8. use and maintain hand and power tools and associated equipment
      9. establish start and finish point, plan, cut and hang to sequence wide-width wallcoverings, and confirm working instructions and/or manufacturers' instructions to surfaces including broad areas with internal, external angles, reveals and features
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam and powder
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with occupational requirements
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people, and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ check suitability of previously prepared surfaces
      ‐ prepare appropriate primer, sealer and adhesives
      ‐ prepare and hang non-standard width wallcoverings to surfaces
      ‐ check manufacturers' instructions and form appropriate joints using joint cutter or protective strip, knife and straight-edge
      ‐ work to broad surfaces including areas with reveals and internal and external angles
      ‐ work around electrical fittings and pipework
      ‐ keep the material and adjacent surfaces clean
      ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
      • recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
      ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ inspect and use access equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use tools and associated equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with papering operations
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
      ‐ primer and sealer
      ‐ adhesives
      ‐ non-standard width wallcoverings
      ‐ protective sheeting
      ‐ waste containers and/or bags
      ‐ access equipment
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      • methods of calculating the quantity of materials, including wastage associated with the method and procedure for papering operations
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)
    8. Hang wallcoverings (specialised papers)
      COSVR346 This standard is about hanging wallcoverings that have specialist and/or non-routine handling requirements, providing protection to the work area, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting, preparing and using materials, components, tools and associated equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out.
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to shade, measure, match and cut, mix and apply, fold, position, fix, trim, handle and clean-off
      8. use and maintain hand tools and associated equipment
      9. hang at least three different specialised wallcoverings from the following: fabrics, Lincrusta, hand-print, flock, murals including digital prints, hessian, wool and/or silk strand, metallic, to given working instructions to surfaces with internal and external angles
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam and powder
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with occupational requirements
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ check suitability of surface to receive wallcoverings
      ‐ prepare adhesives and/or pastes
      ‐ protect specialised wallcoverings when handling
      ‐ prepare and hang fabrics, Lincrusta, hand-prints, flock, murals including digital prints, hessian, wool and/or silk strand and metallic
      ‐ work to broad surfaces including reveals and internal and external angles
      ‐ work around electrical fittings and pipework
      ‐ keep the wallcoverings' surface and adjacent surfaces clean
      ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
      ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ inspect and use access equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with hanging specialised paper wallcoverings
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and atmospheric conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
      ‐ surface preparation materials
      ‐ appropriate pastes and/or adhesives
      ‐ specialised wallcoverings
      ‐ protective sheeting for the work area, appropriate glove type
      ‐ waste containers and/or bags
      ‐ access equipment
      ‐ hand tools and associated equipment for specialised wallcoverings
      • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage associated with the method and procedure to hang specialised paper wallcoverings
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)
    9. Hang wallcoverings (standard and foundation papers)
      COSVR336 This standard is about hanging foundation papers (cross), textured and/or relief and patterned finishing papers in non-complex locations, providing protection to the work area, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment in industrial and/or non-industrial situations.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out.
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials and components
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to shade, measure, match and cut, mix and apply, fold, position, fix, trim and clean-off
      8. use and maintain hand and power tools and associated equipment
      9. establish start and finish point and hang standard papers of substantial length to given working instructions to the following areas
      • ceilings with any type of paper
      • walls with both internal and external angles using foundation papers (cross), textured and/or relief and patterned finishing papers
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam and powder
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessments, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with occupational requirements
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ check suitability of surface to receive wallcoverings
      ‐ prepare and apply pastes and adhesives
      ‐ prepare and hang paper to ceilings
      ‐ prepare and hang foundation paper, textured and/or relief and patterned finished wallcoverings
      ‐ work to reveals and internal and external angles
      ‐ work around electrical fittings and pipework
      ‐ keep paper and adjacent surfaces clean
      ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
      ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ inspect and use access equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with hanging wallcoverings
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ surface preparation materials
      ‐ pastes and adhesives
      ‐ wallpapers
      ‐ protective sheeting
      ‐ waste containers and/or bags
      ‐ access equipment
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      • methods of calculating the quantity, and including wastage of materials associated with the method and procedure to hang wallcoverings
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      1. Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)
      2. Building Maintenance Multi-trades Repair and Refurbishment Operations
    10. Hang wallcoverings to complex surfaces
      COSVR343 This standard is about hanging wallcoverings to complex and demanding architectural features, providing protection to the work area, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting, preparing and using materials, components, tools and associated equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out.
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to shade, measure, match and cut, mix and apply adhesive, fold, position, fix, trim and clean-off
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      9. establish start and finish point and hang substantial length foundation or finishing wallcoverings to given working instructions for at least three of the following, including at least one with a matching patterned wallcovering
      • sloping ceilings
      • free-standing columns and/or pillars
      • stairwells
      • ceilings (above average span)
      • alcoves and/or niches and/or arches
      • complex structural wall features including internal and external angles
      • work around electrical fittings and pipework
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam and powder
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with occupational requirements
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ check suitability of surface to receive wallcovering
      ‐ prepare pastes and adhesives
      ‐ prepare and hang matching patterned wallcovering to ceilings (above average span)
      ‐ prepare and hang foundation, textured and/or relief and patterned finished wallcoverings
      ‐ prepare and hang wallcoverings to: sloping ceilings, free-standing columns and/or pillars, stairwells, complex structural features including internal and external angles, ceilings of above average span, alcoves, niches and arches
      ‐ work around electrical fittings and pipework
      ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
      ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ inspect and use access equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with hanging wallcoverings to complex surfaces
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ surface preparation materials
      ‐ pastes and adhesives
      ‐ wallcoverings
      ‐ protective sheeting
      ‐ waste container and/or bags
      ‐ plant and access equipment
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity and length, including wastage associated with the method and procedure to hang wallcoverings to complex surfaces
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      1. Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)
      2. Building Maintenance Multi-trades Repair and Refurbishment Operations
    11. Install coving and decorative mouldings
      COSVR646 This standard is about installing coving and decorative mouldings, providing protection to the work area, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting, preparing and using materials, components, tools and associated equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out.
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to level, measure, cut, apply adhesive, fix, joint, secure, fill, smooth and clean
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      9. cut and install coving and decorative mouldings to form straight runs and internal and external angles to given working instructions
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam and powder
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with occupational requirements
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ prepare surfaces for coving and decorative mouldings, including lightweight centre piece installation
      ‐ prepare, cut and secure coving and decorative mouldings, including lightweight centre pieces and finish joints
      ‐ identify and prepare adhesives
      ‐ work around electrical fittings and pipework
      ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect the installations and their application
      ‐ identify the working life of prepared materials
      ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ identify and follow the manufacturers' intructions
      ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ inspect and use access equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing coving and decorative mouldings
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and adverse atmospheric conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ primer and/or sealers
      ‐ adhesives
      ‐ coving
      ‐ decorative mouldings and lightweight centre-pieces
      ‐ access equipment
      ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
      ‐ waste containers and/or bags
      ‐ fixings, coving tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating the quantity, including wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to install coving and decorative mouldings
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)
    12. Mix, colour match and apply specialist traditional paints
      cosvr601 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting recipes and preparing materials using associated equipment 4 providing protection to the work area 5 analysing surfaces for defects and proposing solutions 6 mixing, colour matching and applying specialist traditional paints
      duty
      interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe work practices select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of specifications, schedules, current regulations, method statements and/or risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by following the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use and storage of products, tools and equipment
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • recipes and materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to inspect, analyse, propose mix and measure
      8. use and maintain hand tools and associated equipment
      9. mix raw materials, colour match to an existing sample and apply the following to given working instructions
      • lime wash
      • oil bound distemper
      • soft distemper
      • lead paints
      • flat oil paints
      • linseed oil based paints
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations
      15. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling
      16. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and associated equipment
      17. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ identify surfaces for suitability and causes of faults; and propose solutions
      ‐ mix from raw materials, colour match and apply lime wash, oil bound distemper, soft distemper, lead paints, flat oil paints and linseed oil based paints
      ‐ coat broad areas, linear, trim, narrow runs and detailed, complex structural/architectural features
      ‐ identify types and suitability of stainers and colourants
      ‐ explain the effect on the paint colour by the use of selected stains
      ‐ select and apply by brush traditional coatings
      ‐ understand the working life of prepared materials
      ‐ determine the atmospheric condition and its influence on the process
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with mixing, colour matching and applying specialist traditional paints
      18. personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ raw materials
      ‐ traditional paints, including lime wash, oil bound distemper, soft distemper, lead paints, flat oil paints and linseed oil based paints
      ‐ primers, sealers, undercoats, finishes, solvents and thinners
      ‐ brushes and other associated equipment
      ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
      ‐ access equipment
      ‐ hand tools and associated equipment
      • methods of calculating the quantity of materials required associated with the method/procedure of mixing, colour matching and applying specialist traditional paints
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Senior Crafts (Construction)
    13. Operate equipment in support of the abrasive blast cleaner
      COSVR335 This standard is about assembling, setting up, cleaning out and maintaining the abrasive blast cleaner, interpreting information, including preparing materials, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using components, tools and equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out.
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to assemble, prepare, load, operate, protect and communicate
      8. use, clean and maintain hand and power tools, material supply equipment and ancillary equipment
      9. operate abrasive blast cleaning equipment in support of the abrasive blast cleaner to the given working instructions, relating to the following
      • preparation of abrasives
      • loading the system
      • monitoring and maintaining supply
      10. shut down and clean the abrasive blast cleaning equipment
      • implement shut down procedures
      • temporary shut down
      • final shut down, and clean out abrasive blast cleaning equipment
      11. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam and powder
      15. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      16. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      17. Information
      • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with occupational requirements
      18. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people, and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      19. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools, material supply equipment and ancillary equipment
      20. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ assemble component parts
      ‐ identify and prepare abrasives
      ‐ load hoppers
      ‐ operate, monitor and maintain (during use) the abrasive blast cleaning equipment
      ‐ shut-down, clean and store equipment
      ‐ apply and remove protective and masking products to maintain the integrity of the work
      ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ identify and follow manufacturer's instructions
      ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ inspect and use access equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with abrasive blasting operations
      21. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      22. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      23. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      24. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ the materials for protecting and masking the work area
      ‐ blast cleaning equipment
      ‐ blast media
      ‐ lighting and signage
      ‐ plant and access equipment
      ‐ hand tools, power tools, surface profile testing equipment and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage of materials associated with the method and procedure for abrasive blasting operations
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      25. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)
    14. Operate equipment in support of the paint sprayer
      COSVR334 This standard is about selecting and using components, tools and equipment for assembling, setting up, cleaning out and maintaining the spray equipment, interpreting information including preparing materials, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out.
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to assemble, prepare, load, protect and communicate
      8. use and maintain hand and power tools, material supply equipment and ancillary equipment
      9. set up, adjust and operate paint spraying equipment in support of the paint sprayer to the given working instructions, relating to the following
      • preparation of coatings
      • loading the system
      • monitoring and maintaining supply
      10. shut down and clean out paint spraying equipment
      11. implement shut down procedures
      • temporary shut down
      • final shut down, clean out and maintain spray equipment
      12. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      13. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities (to include air and fluid injection)
      15. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam and powder
      16. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      18. Information
      • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with spray painter's instructions and occupational requirements
      19. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people, and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      20. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools, material supply equipment and ancillary equipment
      21. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ assemble component parts to form paint spraying equipment
      ‐ prepare coatings: single-pack and two-pack systems
      ‐ load material containers
      ‐ apply and remove masking products to maintain the integrity of the work
      ‐ operate, monitor and maintain (during use) the paint spraying equipment
      ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
      ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ inspect and use access equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ shut down, clean and store equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating equipment in support of the paint sprayer, and members of the public who may be affected
      22. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      23. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      24. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and adverse weather conditions
      25. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ water-borne and solvent-borne coatings
      ‐ masking materials: masking tape, masking paper, dust sheets, masking shield
      ‐ two-pack coatings (base, activator and solvent)
      ‐ protective sheeting
      ‐ plant and access equipment
      ‐ hand tools, paint spraying equipment and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage of materials associated with the method and procedure for paint spraying operations
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      26. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)
    15. Prepare surfaces by abrasive blast cleaning
      COSVR349 This standard is about preparing and cleaning surfaces by abrasive blast cleaning process and maintaining the blast cleaning equipment, providing protection to the work area, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting, preparing and using materials, components, tools and equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health including those posed by lead and other existing industrial coatings
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to assemble, prepare, load, communicate, position, profile, fill, check, fit, set-up, shut down, protect and blast
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools, blast cleaning equipment and ancillary equipment
      9. set up abrasive blast cleaning equipment
      10. operate blast cleaning equipment to achieve the required standard as stated in the given working instructions, relating to the following
      • preparation of abrasives
      • loading the system
      • monitoring and maintaining supply
      11. prepare the following surfaces using two types of abrasive media for each
      • metal surfaces to the specified profile
      • masonry surfaces
      12. shut down and clean out the blast cleaning equipment
      13. dismantle blast cleaning equipment
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      15. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      16. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      17. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam and powder
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with occupational requirements
      21. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools, blast cleaning equipment and ancillary equipment
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ establish suitable atmospheric conditions
      ‐ establish lighting requirements
      ‐ mask surfaces
      ‐ assemble component parts
      ‐ identify and prepare abrasives
      ‐ plan the safeguard of operatives and the general public from blast cleaning activities
      ‐ prepare, load, operate, maintain (during use) and monitor the abrasive blast cleaning equipment
      ‐ monitor blast media effect on the surface to achieve the required standard of surface preparation, profile and cleanliness
      ‐ remove toxic and non-toxic surface layers
      ‐ monitor the protective integrity of PPE/RPE during work
      ‐ evaluate contamination and/or deterioration of newly blasted surfaces and understand the timing constraints for primer application
      ‐ close-down, dismantle, clean and store equipment
      ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
      ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ inspect and use access equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use hand tools and ancillary equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing surfaces by abrasive blast cleaning
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      25. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      26. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and adverse weather conditions
      27. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ blast media
      ‐ lighting and signage
      ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
      ‐ abrasive blast cleaning equipment
      ‐ plant and access equipment
      ‐ hand tools, power tools, surface profile testing equipment, blast cleaning and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage of materials associated with the method and procedure to prepare surfaces by abrasive blast cleaning
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      28. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)
    16. Prepare surfaces for painting and/or decorating
      COSVR332 This standard is about preparing surfaces in readiness to receive decorative and protective finishes in industrial and/or non-industrial situations, providing protection to the work area.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out.
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to wash, strip and/or scrape, abrade and key, mix, fill, level and/or flatten and brush-down
      8. use and maintain hand and power tools and associated equipment
      9. prepare, prime and seal exterior and/or interior surfaces for industrial and/or non-industrial situations to given working instructions for the following
      • bare substrates and previously painted and/or decorated surfaces in sound condition including surface defects
      • removal of existing covering and/or material where required
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      14. Hazards
      • identify by visual inspection and use risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with occupational requirements
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the employer's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people, and the environment, whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ check suitability of previously prepared surfaces
      ‐ prepare bare, untreated substrates
      ‐ prepare previously treated surfaces in sound condition
      ‐ prepare previously treated surfaces with defects
      ‐ remove surface contamination
      ‐ identify and report potentially toxic and/or hazardous materials
      ‐ remove toxic and/or hazardous materials from surfaces
      ‐ remove existing wallcoverings
      ‐ remove defective coatings from timber, brick and/or stone and/or concrete, plaster and metal
      ‐ fill, level and abrade surfaces
      ‐ apply appropriate primer or sealer to bare substrates
      ‐ apply special preparatory treatments to prepared surfaces
      ‐ work around electrical fittings and pipework
      ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required, including traditional buildings (pre 1919), and report accordingly
      ‐ have an awareness of structures of special interest, traditional build and historical significance and the impact of your work on these
      ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ inspect and use access equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing surfaces for painting and/or decorating
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Programme
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public, and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ protective sheets and masking materials
      ‐ degreasing agents for the removal of contaminates
      ‐ cleaning agents
      ‐ paint stripping materials and equipment
      ‐ fillers (single- and two-pack)
      ‐ abrasives
      ‐ surface treatment materials
      ‐ waste containers and/or bags
      ‐ access equipment
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity of materials, including wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare surfaces for painting and/or decorating
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)
    17. Produce and apply complex stencils
      COSVR342 This standard is about producing stencil plates from complex designs to include setting out and application, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting, preparing and using materials, components, tools and associated equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to protect, match, scale, draw, cut out, set out, mix, pour, dilute, position, secure, apply, maintain and transfer
      8. use and maintain hand tools and associated equipment
      9. form, manufacture and set out complex single-plate and multi-plate stencils
      10. position, register and produce stencil designs on surfaces of linear runs and/or broad areas using water-borne and/or solvent-borne paints to given working instructions
      11. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam and powder
      15. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      16. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      17. Information
      • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with occupational requirements
      18. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      19. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools and associared equipment
      20. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ check suitability of previously decorated or prepared surface and bring up to suitable finish/ground
      ‐ form, manufacture and set out single-plate and multi-plate stencils, including ties
      ‐ adjust dilution of coating to appropriate viscosity
      ‐ register and produce stencil designs using water-borne and solvent-borne paints for linear runs and broad area applications
      ‐ produce graduated effects by brush, sponge and spray
      ‐ maintain the integrity of the stencil plate (cleanliness and structure)
      ‐ apply protective coating as required
      ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
      ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ inspect and use access equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with producing and applying complex stencils
      21. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      22. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      23. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and adverse weather conditions
      24. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ water-borne and solvent-borne coatings
      ‐ stencil plate materials
      ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
      ‐ waste containers and/or bags
      ‐ access equipment
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity of materials required associated with the method and procedure to produce and apply complex stencils
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      25. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)
    18. Produce and apply specialist stencilling
      cosvr603 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting and preparing materials and associated equipment 4 providing protection to the work area 5 producing specialist designs for stencil application 6 applying specialist stencil designs to surfaces
      duty
      interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe work practices select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, current regulations/legislation, method statements and/or risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by following the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use and storage of products, tools and equipment (with emphasis on sharp bladed knives)
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to enlarge, reduce, copy, trace and cut
      8. use and maintain hand tools and associated equipment
      9. produce and apply specialist stencilling to given working instructions to
      • produce stencil plates by hand from the original design
      • trace from an existing complex design and produce plates by hand
      10. set out and apply complex designs (to areas including reveals)
      11. use multi plates (minimum two overlays)
      12. use diaper pattern (minimum one overlay)
      13. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      14. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      16. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment (with emphasis on sharp blades), method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Information
      • drawings, specifications, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations/legislation
      18. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling
      19. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and associated equipment
      20. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ clean/prepare surfaces for stencil application
      ‐ carry out copying by enlargement/reduction and tracing
      ‐ set out and form multi-plate stencils
      ‐ cut stencils by hand
      ‐ register and apply stencil designs, to include diaper pattern, using water-borne and/or solvent-borne paints for full wall application
      ‐ set out to architectural features including windows reveals
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with producing and applying specialist stencilling
      21. personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
      22. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      23. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      24. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      25. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ water-borne and solvent borne paints
      ‐ copying, enlarging, reducing and tracing materials
      ‐ stencil plate materials
      ‐ stencil knives, hot wire cutters, lasers and computers
      ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
      ‐ waste containers/bags
      ‐ access equipment
      ‐ hand tools and associated equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity of materials required associated with the method/procedure to produce and apply specialist stencilling
      26. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Senior Crafts (Construction)
    19. Produce broken colour effects
      COSVR648 This standard is about preparing grounds and producing broken colour effects, providing protection to the work area interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting, preparing and using specialised materials, tools and associated equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out.
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to protect, match, mix, pour, dilute, lay-on, lay-off, cut-in, roll, bag, drag, stipple and wipe off
      8. use and maintain hand tools and associated equipment
      9. prepare high quality ground and produce broken colour effects to broad and linear and/or trim areas, using water-borne or solvent-borne scumbles (proprietary and/or self-produced), to given working instructions for at least two of the following
      • rag-rolling
      • bagging
      • dragging
      • brush and sponge stippling
      • wiping-off relief surfaces
      • colour washing
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam and powder
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with occupational requirements
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ check suitability of previously prepared surface and bring up to suitable finish and/or ground
      ‐ identify and prepare paint and/or scumble products (proprietary and self-produced)
      ‐ prepare brushes, rollers, specialised tools and equipment
      ‐ produce broken colour effects of rag-rolling, bagging, dragging, brush and sponge stippling, wiping-off relief surfaces and colour washing
      ‐ decorate broad and linear areas
      ‐ apply appropriate protective coating over decorative effects if required
      ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect coatings and their application process
      ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ identify and follow the manufacturers' instructions
      ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ inspect and use access equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with producing broken colour effects
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ water-borne and solvent-borne proprietary scumbles and scumble glazes
      ‐ paints, stainers, binders, solvents and/or thinners, pigments, protective coating, driers
      ‐ draggers, bags, rag-rolling materials, natural sponges, stipplers, other items for working scumble
      ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
      ‐ waste containers and/or bags
      ‐ access equipment
      ‐ hand tools and broken colour work equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to produce broken colour effects
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)
    20. Produce comb textured finishes
      COSVR347 This standard is about preparing the texturing material and producing texture finishes using combs, providing protection to the work area and providing all necessary preparation to surfaces that are to be textured, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting, preparing and using materials, components, tools and associated equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, asbestos report, risk assessments, method statements, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health, including any highlighted by an asbestos report
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to mix, apply, brush and/or trowel, comb and clean
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      9. prepare materials and produce combed textured finishes to ceilings and/or walls to given working instructions of circle and/or fan pattern and one other manufacturers' recognised comb design
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam and powder
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by an asbestos survey, risk assessments, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with occupational requirements
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ prepare previously textured, existing and new surfaces for texturing
      ‐ prepare texturing materials
      ‐ produce a circle and/or fan pattern design
      ‐ produce other comb designs as found in trade and manufacturers' literature
      ‐ work around electrical fittings and pipework
      ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect coatings and their application process
      ‐ identify the working life of prepared materials
      ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ identify and follow the manufacturers' instructions
      ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ inspect and use access equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with producing comb textured finishes
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and adverse atmospheric conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ powder-based and ready-mixed texturing materials
      ‐ primer and/or sealer
      ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
      ‐ waste containers and/or bags
      ‐ plant and access equipment
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to produce comb textured finishes
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)
    21. Produce decorative ashlar work
      cosvr602 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting and preparing materials and associated equipment 4 providing protection to the work area 5 analysing surfaces for defects, proposing solutions and carrying out repairs 6 producing decorative ashlar work
      duty
      interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe work practices select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, current regulations, method statements and/or risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by following the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use and storage of products, tools and equipment
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to inspect, analyse, propose, repair, prepare, set out and mix
      8. use and maintain hand tools and associated equipment
      9. set out blocks, fix and remove tapes to architectural features to given working instructions
      • apply textured masonry paint
      • prepare water-borne glazes to match stone colours
      • apply veining
      • apply flat finish clear glazes
      • apply colour to mortar joints
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, current regulations, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information
      15. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling
      16. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and associated equipment
      17. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ inspect surfaces for suitability, identify causes of faults and propose solutions
      ‐ carry out repairs
      ‐ prepare and clean surfaces for application
      ‐ select and prepare paint/glaze products
      ‐ set out ashlar work from a scale drawing and mask mortar joints
      ‐ produce differing stone effects
      ‐ produce individual stone effects
      ‐ set out work from a scale drawing for architectural features
      ‐ mask to apply ashlar block effect
      ‐ apply protective glaze
      ‐ determine the atmospheric condition and its influence on the process
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with producing decorative ashlar work
      18. personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ water-borne glazes and varnishes
      ‐ smooth and textured masonry paints
      ‐ pigments, stainers, solvents and driers
      ‐ equipment for setting out including chalk lines and laser beams
      ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
      ‐ waste containers/bags
      ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
      ‐ access equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce decorative ashlar work
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Senior Crafts (Construction)
    22. Produce marbling effects
      COSVR652 This standard is about producing marbling effects, preparing and using materials, components, tools and equipment, providing protection to the work area, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out.
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to mix, blend, pour, dilute, lay-on, stipple, soften, feather and wipe out
      8. use and maintain hand tools and associated equipment
      9. prepare high quality grounds and produce marbling effects using water-borne scumbles and/or solvent-borne scumbles to given working instructions on broad and linear work
      10. apply appropriate protective finish
      11. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam and powder
      15. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessments, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      16. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      17. Information
      • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with occupational requirements
      18. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      19. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools tools and associated equipment
      20. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ check suitability of previously prepared surface and bring up to suitable finish and ground
      ‐ prepare paint and/or scumble products (proprietary and self-produced)
      ‐ prepare brushes, rollers, specialised tools and equipment
      ‐ Produce marbling effects
      • apply marbling effects to broad and linear work
      ‐ complete work in stages
      ‐ apply appropriate protective coating to marbled work
      ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect coatings and their application process
      ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
      ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ inspect and use access equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use hand tools and associated equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with producing marbling effects
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ water-borne and solvent-borne proprietary and self-produced scumbles and scumble glazes
      ‐ paints, stainers, binders, solvents, pigments, driers, appropriate protective coatings
      ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
      ‐ waste containers and/or bags
      ‐ access equipment
      ‐ hand tools and equipment associated with marbling
      • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage associated with the method and procedure to produce marbling effects
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      1. Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    23. Produce quality replica marble finishes
      COSVR653 This standard is about producing finishes to replicate known marble types, preparing grounds, providing protection to the work area, selecting, preparing and using materials, compontents, tools and associated equipment, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out.
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to mix, blend, pour, dilute, mask, lay-on, stipple, soften, feather, open-up, and wipe out
      8. use and maintain hand tools and associated equipment
      9. prepare high quality grounds and produce replica marble finishes on broad and linear work, by at least two distinct stages, using water-borne and/or solvent-borne scumble to given working instructions for at least two of the following
      • Carrara
      • Verte De Mer
      • Sienna
      10. apply appropriate protective coating
      11. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam and powder
      15. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessments, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      16. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      17. Information
      • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with occupational requirements
      18. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      19. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and associated equipment
      20. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ check suitability of previously prepared surface and bring to appropriate finish and ground colour
      ‐ identify materials for inclusion in scumbles
      ‐ prepare paint and/or scumble products (proprietary and self-produced)
      ‐ prepare brushes, specialised tools and equipment
      ‐ produce high quality replica marble finishes
      ‐ apply marble finishes to broad and linear work
      ‐ complete work in stages
      ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect coatings and their application process
      ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
      ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ inspect and use access equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use hand tools and associated equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with producing quality replica marble finishes
      21. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      22. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      23. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and adverse atmospheric conditions
      24. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ water-borne and solvent-borne proprietary scumbles and scumble glazes
      ‐ paints, stainers, binders, solvents, pigments, appropriate protective coating and driers
      ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
      ‐ waste containers and/or bags
      ‐ access equipment
      ‐ hand tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to produce quality replica marble finishes
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      25. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      1. Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)
      2. Senior Crafts (Construction)
    24. Produce quality replica wood grained finishes
      COSVR651 This standard is about producing wood grained finishes to replicate the natural grain of soft or hard wood timbers, providing protection to the work area and preparing grounds, preparing and using materials, components, tools and associated equipment, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out.
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to mix, blend, pour, dilute, mask, lay-on, drag, soften, overgrain, flog, comb and wipe out
      8. use and maintain hand tools and associated equipment
      9. prepare high quality grounds and produce the following replica wood grained finishes on broad and linear work, by at least two distinct stages, using water-borne and/or solvent-borne scumble or other appropriate materials, to given working instructions
      • oak (any two): quarter sawn, heartwood, straight grain
      • mahogany (any two): heartwood, straight grain, feather cut
      10. apply appropriate protective coating
      11. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam and powder
      15. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessments, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      16. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      17. Information
      • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with occupational requirements
      18. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      19. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and associated equipment
      20. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ check suitability of previously prepared surface and bring to appropriate finish and ground colour
      ‐ identify materials for inclusion in scumbles or appropriate materials
      ‐ prepare paint and/or scumble products (proprietary and self-produced)
      ‐ prepare brushes, specialised tools and equipment
      ‐ produce high quality replica wood grained finishes for soft and hard woods
      ‐ apply to doors, panelling and linear and/or trim work
      ‐ complete work in stages
      ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect the coatings and their application process
      ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ identify and follow the manufacturers' instructions
      ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ inspect and use access equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use hand tools and associated equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with producing quality replica wood grained finishes
      21. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      22. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      23. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and adverse weather conditions
      24. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ water-borne and solvent-borne proprietary scumbles, scumble glazes and other appropriate materials
      ‐ paints, stainers, binders, solvents, pigments and protective coatings driers
      ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
      ‐ waste containers and/or bags
      ‐ plant and access equipment
      ‐ hand tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to produce quality replica wood grained finishes
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      25. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      1. Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)
      2. Senior Crafts (Construction)
    25. Produce stencilled designs using pre-cut stencil plates
      COSVR649 This standard is about using pre-cut stencil plates and applying paint to produce stencilled designs, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting, preparing and using materials, components, tools and associated equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to protect, move, match, mix, pour, dilute, position, secure, apply and transfer
      8. use and maintain hand tools and associated equipment
      9. prepare high quality ground, set out and position pre-cut stencils to produce stencil designs using water-borne or solvent-borne coatings to linear runs and/or wall applications to given working instructions
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam and powder
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with occupational requirements
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and associated equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ check suitability of previously prepared surface and bring up to suitable finish and/or ground
      ‐ prepare paint products
      ‐ prepare brushes, rollers, specialised tools and equipment
      ‐ set out and position pre-cut stencil plates
      ‐ apply stencil designs on surfaces of linear runs and broad areas
      ‐ apply stencil designs using brush, roller and spray equipment
      ‐ maintain the integrity of the stencil plate (cleanliness and structure)
      ‐ apply appropriate protective coating as required
      ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect coatings and their application process
      ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
      ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ inspect and use access equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use hand tools and associated equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with producing stencilled designs
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and adverse atmospheric conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ water-borne and solvent-borne coatings
      ‐ stainers, solvents and/or thinners, driers and protective coatings
      ‐ pre-cut stencil plates
      ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
      ‐ waste containers and/or bags
      ‐ access equipment
      ‐ paint application equipment, stencilling tools and stencil setting-out equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to produce stencil designs
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)
    26. Produce straight wood grained effects
      COSVR650 This standard is about producing straight wood grained effects, preparing grounds, providing protection to the work area, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting, preparing and using materials, components, tools and equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out.
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to mix, blend, pour, dilute, lay-on, drag, soften, flog, comb and wipe out
      8. use and maintain hand tools and associated equipment
      9. prepare high quality grounds and produce straight wood grained effects using water-borne scumbles and/or solvent-borne scumbles and other appropriate materials to given working instructions, relating to the following
      • doors or panelling
      • linear and/or trim work
      10. apply protective coating
      11. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam and powder
      15. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessments, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      16. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      17. Information
      • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with occupational requirements
      18. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      19. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and associated equipment
      20. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ establish access requirements
      ‐ check suitability of previously prepared surface and bring up to suitable finish and/or ground
      ‐ prepare paint and/or scumble products (proprietary and self-produced)
      ‐ prepare brushes, rollers, specialised tools and equipment
      ‐ produce straight wood graining effects for hard and soft woods
      ‐ apply to doors, panelling and linear and/or trim work
      ‐ apply appropriate protective coating for grained work
      ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect coatings and their application process
      ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
      ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ inspect and use access equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use hand tools and associated equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with producing straight wood grained effects
      21. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      22. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      23. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and adverse weather conditions
      24. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
      ‐ water-borne and solvent-borne proprietary scumbles, scumble glazes and other appropriate materials
      ‐ paints, stainers, binders, solvents, pigments, driers, protective coating
      ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
      ‐ waste containers and/or bags
      ‐ access equipment
      ‐ hand tools and ancillary equipment associated with straight wood graining
      • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to produce straight wood grained effects
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      25. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      1. Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    duty
    1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
    2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
    3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
    4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
    5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
    6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
    7. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe work practices select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
    knowledge
    1. Interpretation of information
    • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
    • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
    • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
    2. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
    3. Selection of resources
    • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
    • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
    • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
    • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    4. Minimise the risk of damage
    • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
    • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
    5. Meet the contract specification
    • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
    • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
    6. Allocated time
    • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
    7. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
    context
    1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use of access equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    3. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials
    • tools and equipment
    4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
    5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
    6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
    7. demonstration of work skills to prepare, load, protect, communicate, measure, assemble, position, secure and clean
    8. use and maintain hand and power tools, air spray equipment and ancillary equipment
    9. set up and adjust spray equipment (high volume low pressure [HVLP] systems) to achieve the finish stated in the given working instructions, relating to
    • preparation of coatings
    • loading the system
    • monitoring and maintaining supply
    10. apply water-borne and/or solvent-borne coatings by high volume low pressure [HVLP] air spray systems to given working instructions for the following
    • broad work
    • linear and structural components
    11. check wet film thickness (as specified)
    12. shut down and clean out spray equipment
    13. implement shut down procedures
    • temporary shut down
    • final shut down, clean out and maintain spray equipment
    14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
    15. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    16. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities (to include air and fluid injection)
    17. Fire extinguishers
    • water, CO2, foam and powder
    18. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    19. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
    20. Information
    • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with occupational requirements
    21. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people, and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    22. Maintenance
    • operative care of spray equipment, associated hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    23. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ check suitability of previously decorated or prepared surfaces
    ‐ provide protection by sheeting, masking and removing items
    ‐ select and assemble component parts for spraying equipment (high volume low pressure [HVLP] systems)
    ‐ prepare and apply coatings: single-pack and two-pack systems
    ‐ load, operate, maintain (during use) and monitor the paint spray equipment
    ‐ establish air-change requirements in confined areas
    ‐ assemble, set up, operate and shut down spray equipment
    ‐ use correct spray gun technique on broad areas, angles, linear items and complex structural features
    ‐ plan the safety of operatives and the general public from spraying activities
    ‐ identify and report spray equipment problems
    ‐ identify and rectify application problems
    ‐ measure wet film thickness with gauges
    ‐ shut down, clean, maintain and store equipment
    ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect coatings and their application process
    ‐ identify the working life of prepared materials
    ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ identify and follow manufacture instructions
    ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ inspect and use access equipment
    ‐ use hand tools and ancillary equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with applying coatings by the air spray method
    24. Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    25. Programme
    • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    26. Protect work
    • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and adverse weather conditions
    27. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
    ‐ water-borne and solvent-borne coatings
    ‐ masking materials: masking tape, masking paper, dust sheets, masking shield
    ‐ two-pack coatings (base, activator and solvents)
    ‐ protective sheeting
    ‐ access equipment
    ‐ hand tools, wet film thickness gauges and air spray equipment (high volume low pressure [HVLP] systems) and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating the quantity, including wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to apply coatings by the air spray method
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    28. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
    29. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out.
    30. use and maintain hand and power tools, airless spray equipment and ancillary equipment
    31. set up and adjust spray equipment to achieve the finish stated in the given working instructions, relating to the following
    • preparation of coatings
    • loading the system
    • monitor and maintain supply
    32. apply water-borne and/or solvent-borne coatings by airless spray to given working instructions for the following
    • broad work
    • linear and structural components
    33. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities (to include fluid injection)
    34. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, power tools, spray equipment and ancillary equipment
    35. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ check suitability of previously decorated and/or prepared surfaces
    ‐ provide protection by sheeting, masking and removing items
    ‐ select and assemble component parts for paint spraying equipment
    ‐ prepare and apply coatings: single pack and/or two pack systems
    ‐ load, operate, maintain (during use) and monitor the paint spray equipment
    ‐ establish air-change requirements in confined areas
    ‐ assemble, set up, operate and shut down spray equipment
    ‐ use correct spray gun technique on broad areas and complex structural features
    ‐ implement safety procedures to protect operatives and the general public from spraying activities
    ‐ identify and report spray equipment problems
    ‐ identify and rectify application problems
    ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect coatings and their application process
    ‐ identify the working and pot life of materials prepared for use
    ‐ measure wet film thickness
    ‐ shut down, clean, maintain and store equipment
    ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ identify and follow manufacturer's instructions
    ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ inspect and use access equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with applying coatings by the airless spray method
    36. Protect work
    • protect work against damage from spraying operations, general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and adverse weather conditions
    37. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ water-borne and solvent-borne coatings
    ‐ masking materials: masking tape, masking paper, dust sheets, masking shield
    ‐ two-pack coatings (base, activator and solvent)
    ‐ protective sheeting
    ‐ plant and access equipment
    ‐ hand tools, power tools, wet film thickness gauges, airless spray equipment and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to apply coatings by the airless spray method
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    38. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, asbestos report, risk assessments, method statements, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out.
    39. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use of access equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health, including any highlighted by an asbestos report
    40. demonstration of work skills to mix, lay-on, manipulate, clean, wash, measure, fill and smooth
    41. use and maintain hand and power tools and associated equipment
    42. mix and apply coatings to given working instructions and produce the following textured finishes
    • stippled design
    • one other manufacturers' recognised design produced by brush and/or stippler and/or roller
    43. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    44. Hazards
    • those identified by an asbestos survey, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    45. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    46. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
    47. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ prepare surfaces for texturing (new and previously textured)
    ‐ produce a range of manufacturers' recognised brush, stippler and roller textured finishes
    ‐ prepare texturing coatings
    ‐ lay-on texturing material to surfaces
    ‐ work around electrical fittings and pipework
    ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect coatings and their application process
    ‐ identify the working life of prepared materials
    ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
    ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ inspect and use access equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with the application of coatings to produce textured finishes
    48. Protect work
    • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and atmospheric weather conditions
    49. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ powder-based and ready-mixed texturing materials
    ‐ primers and sealers
    ‐ access equipment
    ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
    ‐ waste containers and/or bags
    ‐ texturing tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating the quantity, including wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to apply coatings to produce textured finishes
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    50. demonstration of work skills to cut, pick-up, lay-on, burnish and seal when required
    51. use and maintain hand tools and associated equipment
    52. apply appropriate barrier coat as required
    53. apply appropriate gold size, loose leaf metal and transfer metal, skew and burnish to given working instructions, relating to the following areas
    • flat areas
    • detailed and/or ornate areas
    54. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools and associated equipment
    55. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ check suitability of previously prepared surfaces
    ‐ clean surfaces for application
    ‐ prepare and apply suitable barrier coat when required
    ‐ identify starting and finishing points
    ‐ prepare and apply solvent-borne and water-borne gold size and loose leaf metal and transfer metal to flat and ornate surfaces
    ‐ remove barrier coat from finished work
    ‐ skew surplus materials
    ‐ burnish metal surfaces
    ‐ apply protective coatings when required
    ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect gold size, protective coatings and their application process
    ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
    ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ inspect and use access equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use hand tools and associated equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with applying metal leaf to surfaces
    56. Protect work
    • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and adverse atmospheric conditions
    57. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ loose leaf metal and transfer metal
    ‐ gold sizes
    ‐ barrier coats and protective coatings
    ‐ cotton wool
    ‐ waste containers and/or bags and skewing bags
    ‐ access equipment
    ‐ hand tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to apply metal leaf to surfaces
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    58. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials, components and fixings
    • tools and equipment
    59. demonstration of work skills to match, mix, pour, dilute, load, lay-on, lay-off and cut-in
    60. apply water-borne and/or solvent-borne coatings to internal and/or external surfaces for industrial and/or non-industrial situations, to given working instructions for trim, broad areas and structural and architectural work by brush and/or roller
    61. Hazards
    • identify by risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    62. Maintenance
    • operative care of brushes, rollers, and associated tools and equipment
    63. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ check suitability of previously decorated or prepared surfaces
    ‐ prepare and apply water-borne, solvent-borne and two-pack coatings by brush and roller
    ‐ coat broad areas and structural and/or architectural features
    ‐ stripe-coat surface features (industrial environment)
    ‐ test wet and dry film thickness
    ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect coatings and their application process
    ‐ identify the working and pot life of materials prepared for use
    ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
    ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ inspect and use access equipment
    ‐ use appropriate brushes, rollers and associated tools and equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with applying surface coatings systems by brush and roller and members of the public who may be affected
    64. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ water-borne and solvent-borne coatings
    ‐ primers, sealers, intermediate coatings (undercoats) and finishes (single- and two-pack coatings)
    ‐ single-product systems (e.g. emulsions, varnishes, timber preservative treatments)
    ‐ specialist coatings
    ‐ solvents and/or thinners
    ‐ appropriate brushes, rollers and other associated equipment
    ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
    ‐ plant and access equipment
    ‐ hand tools and associated equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to apply surface coatings by brush and roller
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    65. demonstration of work skills to shade, measure, cut, mix and apply, fold, position and fix, trim and clean off
    66. establish start and finish point, plan, cut and hang to sequence wide-width wallcoverings, and confirm working instructions and/or manufacturers' instructions to surfaces including broad areas with internal, external angles, reveals and features
    67. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ check suitability of previously prepared surfaces
    ‐ prepare appropriate primer, sealer and adhesives
    ‐ prepare and hang non-standard width wallcoverings to surfaces
    ‐ check manufacturers' instructions and form appropriate joints using joint cutter or protective strip, knife and straight-edge
    ‐ work to broad surfaces including areas with reveals and internal and external angles
    ‐ work around electrical fittings and pipework
    ‐ keep the material and adjacent surfaces clean
    ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
    • recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
    ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ inspect and use access equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use tools and associated equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with papering operations
    68. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
    ‐ primer and sealer
    ‐ adhesives
    ‐ non-standard width wallcoverings
    ‐ protective sheeting
    ‐ waste containers and/or bags
    ‐ access equipment
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
    • methods of calculating the quantity of materials, including wastage associated with the method and procedure for papering operations
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    69. demonstration of work skills to shade, measure, match and cut, mix and apply, fold, position, fix, trim, handle and clean-off
    70. hang at least three different specialised wallcoverings from the following: fabrics, Lincrusta, hand-print, flock, murals including digital prints, hessian, wool and/or silk strand, metallic, to given working instructions to surfaces with internal and external angles
    71. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ check suitability of surface to receive wallcoverings
    ‐ prepare adhesives and/or pastes
    ‐ protect specialised wallcoverings when handling
    ‐ prepare and hang fabrics, Lincrusta, hand-prints, flock, murals including digital prints, hessian, wool and/or silk strand and metallic
    ‐ work to broad surfaces including reveals and internal and external angles
    ‐ work around electrical fittings and pipework
    ‐ keep the wallcoverings' surface and adjacent surfaces clean
    ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
    ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ inspect and use access equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with hanging specialised paper wallcoverings
    72. Protect work
    • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public and atmospheric conditions
    73. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
    ‐ surface preparation materials
    ‐ appropriate pastes and/or adhesives
    ‐ specialised wallcoverings
    ‐ protective sheeting for the work area, appropriate glove type
    ‐ waste containers and/or bags
    ‐ access equipment
    ‐ hand tools and associated equipment for specialised wallcoverings
    • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage associated with the method and procedure to hang specialised paper wallcoverings
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    74. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials and components
    • tools and equipment
    75. demonstration of work skills to shade, measure, match and cut, mix and apply, fold, position, fix, trim and clean-off
    76. establish start and finish point and hang standard papers of substantial length to given working instructions to the following areas
    • ceilings with any type of paper
    • walls with both internal and external angles using foundation papers (cross), textured and/or relief and patterned finishing papers
    77. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessments, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    78. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ check suitability of surface to receive wallcoverings
    ‐ prepare and apply pastes and adhesives
    ‐ prepare and hang paper to ceilings
    ‐ prepare and hang foundation paper, textured and/or relief and patterned finished wallcoverings
    ‐ work to reveals and internal and external angles
    ‐ work around electrical fittings and pipework
    ‐ keep paper and adjacent surfaces clean
    ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
    ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ inspect and use access equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with hanging wallcoverings
    79. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ surface preparation materials
    ‐ pastes and adhesives
    ‐ wallpapers
    ‐ protective sheeting
    ‐ waste containers and/or bags
    ‐ access equipment
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
    • methods of calculating the quantity, and including wastage of materials associated with the method and procedure to hang wallcoverings
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    80. demonstration of work skills to shade, measure, match and cut, mix and apply adhesive, fold, position, fix, trim and clean-off
    81. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
    82. establish start and finish point and hang substantial length foundation or finishing wallcoverings to given working instructions for at least three of the following, including at least one with a matching patterned wallcovering
    • sloping ceilings
    • free-standing columns and/or pillars
    • stairwells
    • ceilings (above average span)
    • alcoves and/or niches and/or arches
    • complex structural wall features including internal and external angles
    • work around electrical fittings and pipework
    83. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ check suitability of surface to receive wallcovering
    ‐ prepare pastes and adhesives
    ‐ prepare and hang matching patterned wallcovering to ceilings (above average span)
    ‐ prepare and hang foundation, textured and/or relief and patterned finished wallcoverings
    ‐ prepare and hang wallcoverings to: sloping ceilings, free-standing columns and/or pillars, stairwells, complex structural features including internal and external angles, ceilings of above average span, alcoves, niches and arches
    ‐ work around electrical fittings and pipework
    ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
    ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ inspect and use access equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with hanging wallcoverings to complex surfaces
    84. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ surface preparation materials
    ‐ pastes and adhesives
    ‐ wallcoverings
    ‐ protective sheeting
    ‐ waste container and/or bags
    ‐ plant and access equipment
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity and length, including wastage associated with the method and procedure to hang wallcoverings to complex surfaces
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    85. demonstration of work skills to level, measure, cut, apply adhesive, fix, joint, secure, fill, smooth and clean
    86. cut and install coving and decorative mouldings to form straight runs and internal and external angles to given working instructions
    87. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ prepare surfaces for coving and decorative mouldings, including lightweight centre piece installation
    ‐ prepare, cut and secure coving and decorative mouldings, including lightweight centre pieces and finish joints
    ‐ identify and prepare adhesives
    ‐ work around electrical fittings and pipework
    ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect the installations and their application
    ‐ identify the working life of prepared materials
    ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ identify and follow the manufacturers' intructions
    ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ inspect and use access equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing coving and decorative mouldings
    88. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ primer and/or sealers
    ‐ adhesives
    ‐ coving
    ‐ decorative mouldings and lightweight centre-pieces
    ‐ access equipment
    ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
    ‐ waste containers and/or bags
    ‐ fixings, coving tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating the quantity, including wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to install coving and decorative mouldings
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    89. demonstration of work skills to assemble, prepare, load, operate, protect and communicate
    90. use, clean and maintain hand and power tools, material supply equipment and ancillary equipment
    91. operate abrasive blast cleaning equipment in support of the abrasive blast cleaner to the given working instructions, relating to the following
    • preparation of abrasives
    • loading the system
    • monitoring and maintaining supply
    92. shut down and clean the abrasive blast cleaning equipment
    • implement shut down procedures
    • temporary shut down
    • final shut down, and clean out abrasive blast cleaning equipment
    93. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, power tools, material supply equipment and ancillary equipment
    94. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ assemble component parts
    ‐ identify and prepare abrasives
    ‐ load hoppers
    ‐ operate, monitor and maintain (during use) the abrasive blast cleaning equipment
    ‐ shut-down, clean and store equipment
    ‐ apply and remove protective and masking products to maintain the integrity of the work
    ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ identify and follow manufacturer's instructions
    ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ inspect and use access equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with abrasive blasting operations
    95. Protect work
    • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
    96. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ the materials for protecting and masking the work area
    ‐ blast cleaning equipment
    ‐ blast media
    ‐ lighting and signage
    ‐ plant and access equipment
    ‐ hand tools, power tools, surface profile testing equipment and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage of materials associated with the method and procedure for abrasive blasting operations
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    97. demonstration of work skills to assemble, prepare, load, protect and communicate
    98. use and maintain hand and power tools, material supply equipment and ancillary equipment
    99. set up, adjust and operate paint spraying equipment in support of the paint sprayer to the given working instructions, relating to the following
    • preparation of coatings
    • loading the system
    • monitoring and maintaining supply
    100. shut down and clean out paint spraying equipment
    101. Information
    • drawings, specifications, current legislation, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings associated with spray painter's instructions and occupational requirements
    102. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ assemble component parts to form paint spraying equipment
    ‐ prepare coatings: single-pack and two-pack systems
    ‐ load material containers
    ‐ apply and remove masking products to maintain the integrity of the work
    ‐ operate, monitor and maintain (during use) the paint spraying equipment
    ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
    ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ inspect and use access equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ shut down, clean and store equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating equipment in support of the paint sprayer, and members of the public who may be affected
    103. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ water-borne and solvent-borne coatings
    ‐ masking materials: masking tape, masking paper, dust sheets, masking shield
    ‐ two-pack coatings (base, activator and solvent)
    ‐ protective sheeting
    ‐ plant and access equipment
    ‐ hand tools, paint spraying equipment and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage of materials associated with the method and procedure for paint spraying operations
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    104. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to all of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use of access equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health including those posed by lead and other existing industrial coatings
    105. demonstration of work skills to assemble, prepare, load, communicate, position, profile, fill, check, fit, set-up, shut down, protect and blast
    106. use and maintain hand tools, power tools, blast cleaning equipment and ancillary equipment
    107. set up abrasive blast cleaning equipment
    108. operate blast cleaning equipment to achieve the required standard as stated in the given working instructions, relating to the following
    • preparation of abrasives
    • loading the system
    • monitoring and maintaining supply
    109. prepare the following surfaces using two types of abrasive media for each
    • metal surfaces to the specified profile
    • masonry surfaces
    110. shut down and clean out the blast cleaning equipment
    111. dismantle blast cleaning equipment
    112. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, power tools, blast cleaning equipment and ancillary equipment
    113. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ establish suitable atmospheric conditions
    ‐ establish lighting requirements
    ‐ mask surfaces
    ‐ assemble component parts
    ‐ identify and prepare abrasives
    ‐ plan the safeguard of operatives and the general public from blast cleaning activities
    ‐ prepare, load, operate, maintain (during use) and monitor the abrasive blast cleaning equipment
    ‐ monitor blast media effect on the surface to achieve the required standard of surface preparation, profile and cleanliness
    ‐ remove toxic and non-toxic surface layers
    ‐ monitor the protective integrity of PPE/RPE during work
    ‐ evaluate contamination and/or deterioration of newly blasted surfaces and understand the timing constraints for primer application
    ‐ close-down, dismantle, clean and store equipment
    ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
    ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ inspect and use access equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use hand tools and ancillary equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with preparing surfaces by abrasive blast cleaning
    114. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ blast media
    ‐ lighting and signage
    ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
    ‐ abrasive blast cleaning equipment
    ‐ plant and access equipment
    ‐ hand tools, power tools, surface profile testing equipment, blast cleaning and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage of materials associated with the method and procedure to prepare surfaces by abrasive blast cleaning
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    115. demonstration of work skills to wash, strip and/or scrape, abrade and key, mix, fill, level and/or flatten and brush-down
    116. prepare, prime and seal exterior and/or interior surfaces for industrial and/or non-industrial situations to given working instructions for the following
    • bare substrates and previously painted and/or decorated surfaces in sound condition including surface defects
    • removal of existing covering and/or material where required
    117. Fire extinguishers
    • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
    118. Hazards
    • identify by visual inspection and use risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    119. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the employer's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards, people, and the environment, whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    120. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ check suitability of previously prepared surfaces
    ‐ prepare bare, untreated substrates
    ‐ prepare previously treated surfaces in sound condition
    ‐ prepare previously treated surfaces with defects
    ‐ remove surface contamination
    ‐ identify and report potentially toxic and/or hazardous materials
    ‐ remove toxic and/or hazardous materials from surfaces
    ‐ remove existing wallcoverings
    ‐ remove defective coatings from timber, brick and/or stone and/or concrete, plaster and metal
    ‐ fill, level and abrade surfaces
    ‐ apply appropriate primer or sealer to bare substrates
    ‐ apply special preparatory treatments to prepared surfaces
    ‐ work around electrical fittings and pipework
    ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required, including traditional buildings (pre 1919), and report accordingly
    ‐ have an awareness of structures of special interest, traditional build and historical significance and the impact of your work on these
    ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ inspect and use access equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with preparing surfaces for painting and/or decorating
    121. Programme
    • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations, members of the public, and adverse weather conditions
    122. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ protective sheets and masking materials
    ‐ degreasing agents for the removal of contaminates
    ‐ cleaning agents
    ‐ paint stripping materials and equipment
    ‐ fillers (single- and two-pack)
    ‐ abrasives
    ‐ surface treatment materials
    ‐ waste containers and/or bags
    ‐ access equipment
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity of materials, including wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare surfaces for painting and/or decorating
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    123. demonstration of work skills to protect, match, scale, draw, cut out, set out, mix, pour, dilute, position, secure, apply, maintain and transfer
    124. form, manufacture and set out complex single-plate and multi-plate stencils
    125. position, register and produce stencil designs on surfaces of linear runs and/or broad areas using water-borne and/or solvent-borne paints to given working instructions
    126. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, power tools and associared equipment
    127. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ check suitability of previously decorated or prepared surface and bring up to suitable finish/ground
    ‐ form, manufacture and set out single-plate and multi-plate stencils, including ties
    ‐ adjust dilution of coating to appropriate viscosity
    ‐ register and produce stencil designs using water-borne and solvent-borne paints for linear runs and broad area applications
    ‐ produce graduated effects by brush, sponge and spray
    ‐ maintain the integrity of the stencil plate (cleanliness and structure)
    ‐ apply protective coating as required
    ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
    ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ inspect and use access equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with producing and applying complex stencils
    128. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ water-borne and solvent-borne coatings
    ‐ stencil plate materials
    ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
    ‐ waste containers and/or bags
    ‐ access equipment
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity of materials required associated with the method and procedure to produce and apply complex stencils
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    129. demonstration of work skills to protect, match, mix, pour, dilute, lay-on, lay-off, cut-in, roll, bag, drag, stipple and wipe off
    130. prepare high quality ground and produce broken colour effects to broad and linear and/or trim areas, using water-borne or solvent-borne scumbles (proprietary and/or self-produced), to given working instructions for at least two of the following
    • rag-rolling
    • bagging
    • dragging
    • brush and sponge stippling
    • wiping-off relief surfaces
    • colour washing
    131. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ check suitability of previously prepared surface and bring up to suitable finish and/or ground
    ‐ identify and prepare paint and/or scumble products (proprietary and self-produced)
    ‐ prepare brushes, rollers, specialised tools and equipment
    ‐ produce broken colour effects of rag-rolling, bagging, dragging, brush and sponge stippling, wiping-off relief surfaces and colour washing
    ‐ decorate broad and linear areas
    ‐ apply appropriate protective coating over decorative effects if required
    ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect coatings and their application process
    ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ identify and follow the manufacturers' instructions
    ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ inspect and use access equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with producing broken colour effects
    132. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ water-borne and solvent-borne proprietary scumbles and scumble glazes
    ‐ paints, stainers, binders, solvents and/or thinners, pigments, protective coating, driers
    ‐ draggers, bags, rag-rolling materials, natural sponges, stipplers, other items for working scumble
    ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
    ‐ waste containers and/or bags
    ‐ access equipment
    ‐ hand tools and broken colour work equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to produce broken colour effects
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    133. interpretation of drawings, specifications, current regulations, asbestos report, risk assessments, method statements, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    134. demonstration of work skills to mix, apply, brush and/or trowel, comb and clean
    135. prepare materials and produce combed textured finishes to ceilings and/or walls to given working instructions of circle and/or fan pattern and one other manufacturers' recognised comb design
    136. Hazards
    • those identified by an asbestos survey, risk assessments, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    137. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ prepare previously textured, existing and new surfaces for texturing
    ‐ prepare texturing materials
    ‐ produce a circle and/or fan pattern design
    ‐ produce other comb designs as found in trade and manufacturers' literature
    ‐ work around electrical fittings and pipework
    ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect coatings and their application process
    ‐ identify the working life of prepared materials
    ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ identify and follow the manufacturers' instructions
    ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ inspect and use access equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with producing comb textured finishes
    138. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ powder-based and ready-mixed texturing materials
    ‐ primer and/or sealer
    ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
    ‐ waste containers and/or bags
    ‐ plant and access equipment
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to produce comb textured finishes
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    139. demonstration of work skills to mix, blend, pour, dilute, lay-on, stipple, soften, feather and wipe out
    140. prepare high quality grounds and produce marbling effects using water-borne scumbles and/or solvent-borne scumbles to given working instructions on broad and linear work
    141. apply appropriate protective finish
    142. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools tools and associated equipment
    143. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ check suitability of previously prepared surface and bring up to suitable finish and ground
    ‐ prepare paint and/or scumble products (proprietary and self-produced)
    ‐ prepare brushes, rollers, specialised tools and equipment
    ‐ Produce marbling effects
    • apply marbling effects to broad and linear work
    ‐ complete work in stages
    ‐ apply appropriate protective coating to marbled work
    ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect coatings and their application process
    ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
    ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ inspect and use access equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use hand tools and associated equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with producing marbling effects
    144. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ water-borne and solvent-borne proprietary and self-produced scumbles and scumble glazes
    ‐ paints, stainers, binders, solvents, pigments, driers, appropriate protective coatings
    ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
    ‐ waste containers and/or bags
    ‐ access equipment
    ‐ hand tools and equipment associated with marbling
    • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage associated with the method and procedure to produce marbling effects
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    145. demonstration of work skills to mix, blend, pour, dilute, mask, lay-on, stipple, soften, feather, open-up, and wipe out
    146. prepare high quality grounds and produce replica marble finishes on broad and linear work, by at least two distinct stages, using water-borne and/or solvent-borne scumble to given working instructions for at least two of the following
    • Carrara
    • Verte De Mer
    • Sienna
    147. apply appropriate protective coating
    148. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ check suitability of previously prepared surface and bring to appropriate finish and ground colour
    ‐ identify materials for inclusion in scumbles
    ‐ prepare paint and/or scumble products (proprietary and self-produced)
    ‐ prepare brushes, specialised tools and equipment
    ‐ produce high quality replica marble finishes
    ‐ apply marble finishes to broad and linear work
    ‐ complete work in stages
    ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect coatings and their application process
    ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
    ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ inspect and use access equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use hand tools and associated equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with producing quality replica marble finishes
    149. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ water-borne and solvent-borne proprietary scumbles and scumble glazes
    ‐ paints, stainers, binders, solvents, pigments, appropriate protective coating and driers
    ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
    ‐ waste containers and/or bags
    ‐ access equipment
    ‐ hand tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to produce quality replica marble finishes
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    150. demonstration of work skills to mix, blend, pour, dilute, mask, lay-on, drag, soften, overgrain, flog, comb and wipe out
    151. prepare high quality grounds and produce the following replica wood grained finishes on broad and linear work, by at least two distinct stages, using water-borne and/or solvent-borne scumble or other appropriate materials, to given working instructions
    • oak (any two): quarter sawn, heartwood, straight grain
    • mahogany (any two): heartwood, straight grain, feather cut
    152. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ check suitability of previously prepared surface and bring to appropriate finish and ground colour
    ‐ identify materials for inclusion in scumbles or appropriate materials
    ‐ prepare paint and/or scumble products (proprietary and self-produced)
    ‐ prepare brushes, specialised tools and equipment
    ‐ produce high quality replica wood grained finishes for soft and hard woods
    ‐ apply to doors, panelling and linear and/or trim work
    ‐ complete work in stages
    ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect the coatings and their application process
    ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ identify and follow the manufacturers' instructions
    ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ inspect and use access equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use hand tools and associated equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with producing quality replica wood grained finishes
    153. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ water-borne and solvent-borne proprietary scumbles, scumble glazes and other appropriate materials
    ‐ paints, stainers, binders, solvents, pigments and protective coatings driers
    ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
    ‐ waste containers and/or bags
    ‐ plant and access equipment
    ‐ hand tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to produce quality replica wood grained finishes
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    154. demonstration of work skills to protect, move, match, mix, pour, dilute, position, secure, apply and transfer
    155. prepare high quality ground, set out and position pre-cut stencils to produce stencil designs using water-borne or solvent-borne coatings to linear runs and/or wall applications to given working instructions
    156. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ check suitability of previously prepared surface and bring up to suitable finish and/or ground
    ‐ prepare paint products
    ‐ prepare brushes, rollers, specialised tools and equipment
    ‐ set out and position pre-cut stencil plates
    ‐ apply stencil designs on surfaces of linear runs and broad areas
    ‐ apply stencil designs using brush, roller and spray equipment
    ‐ maintain the integrity of the stencil plate (cleanliness and structure)
    ‐ apply appropriate protective coating as required
    ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect coatings and their application process
    ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
    ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ inspect and use access equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use hand tools and associated equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with producing stencilled designs
    157. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ water-borne and solvent-borne coatings
    ‐ stainers, solvents and/or thinners, driers and protective coatings
    ‐ pre-cut stencil plates
    ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
    ‐ waste containers and/or bags
    ‐ access equipment
    ‐ paint application equipment, stencilling tools and stencil setting-out equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to produce stencil designs
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    158. demonstration of work skills to mix, blend, pour, dilute, lay-on, drag, soften, flog, comb and wipe out
    159. prepare high quality grounds and produce straight wood grained effects using water-borne scumbles and/or solvent-borne scumbles and other appropriate materials to given working instructions, relating to the following
    • doors or panelling
    • linear and/or trim work
    160. apply protective coating
    161. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ check suitability of previously prepared surface and bring up to suitable finish and/or ground
    ‐ prepare paint and/or scumble products (proprietary and self-produced)
    ‐ prepare brushes, rollers, specialised tools and equipment
    ‐ produce straight wood graining effects for hard and soft woods
    ‐ apply to doors, panelling and linear and/or trim work
    ‐ apply appropriate protective coating for grained work
    ‐ identify how atmospheric conditions affect coatings and their application process
    ‐ provide information for Building Information Modelling (BIM)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ identify and follow manufacturers' instructions
    ‐ work around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ inspect and use access equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use hand tools and associated equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with producing straight wood grained effects
    162. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
    ‐ water-borne and solvent-borne proprietary scumbles, scumble glazes and other appropriate materials
    ‐ paints, stainers, binders, solvents, pigments, driers, protective coating
    ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
    ‐ waste containers and/or bags
    ‐ access equipment
    ‐ hand tools and ancillary equipment associated with straight wood graining
    • methods of calculating quantity, including wastage of materials required associated with the method and procedure to produce straight wood grained effects
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    163. interpretation of specifications, current regulations/legislation, method statements and/or risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    164. avoidance of risk by following the given information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • safe use of access equipment
    • safe use and storage of products, tools and equipment (with emphasis on sharp bladed knives)
    165. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
    166. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
    167. demonstration of work skills to inspect, analyse, propose, repair, shade, trim, measure, match, cut, mix, apply, fold, position, fix and clean-off
    168. set out, prepare and hang handprints and lincrusta wall coverings to given working instructions
    • selvedge removal by knife and straight edge and/or trimming tool and straight edge
    • hand block prints to columns, pillars, internal/external angles and arches
    • hang lincrusta to staircases with raking cuts and/or joints
    169. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    170. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment (with emphasis on sharp blades), method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    171. Information
    • specifications, current regulations/legislation, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information
    172. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling
    173. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ inspect and analyse surfaces for defects
    ‐ propose solutions for defects
    ‐ carry out repairs
    ‐ prepare wall coverings and adhesives
    ‐ hand trim handprints and lincrusta
    ‐ prepare, set out and hang to free standing columns/pillars, staircases, walls with both internal and external angles, alcoves, niches and arches
    ‐ use hand tools and associated equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with hanging hand trimmed wall coverings
    174. personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
    175. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ sealers and adhesives
    ‐ wall coverings
    ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
    ‐ waste containers/bags
    ‐ access equipment
    ‐ hand trimming tools and associated equipment for specialist wall coverings
    • methods of calculating quantity of materials reqquired associated with the method/procedure to hang hand trimmed wall coverings
    176. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company and operative
    177. interpretation of specifications, schedules, current regulations, method statements and/or risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    178. avoidance of risk by following the given information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • safe use of access equipment
    • safe use and storage of products, tools and equipment
    179. selection of resources associated with own work
    • recipes and materials
    • tools and equipment
    180. demonstration of work skills to inspect, analyse, propose mix and measure
    181. mix raw materials, colour match to an existing sample and apply the following to given working instructions
    • lime wash
    • oil bound distemper
    • soft distemper
    • lead paints
    • flat oil paints
    • linseed oil based paints
    182. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    183. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations
    184. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ identify surfaces for suitability and causes of faults; and propose solutions
    ‐ mix from raw materials, colour match and apply lime wash, oil bound distemper, soft distemper, lead paints, flat oil paints and linseed oil based paints
    ‐ coat broad areas, linear, trim, narrow runs and detailed, complex structural/architectural features
    ‐ identify types and suitability of stainers and colourants
    ‐ explain the effect on the paint colour by the use of selected stains
    ‐ select and apply by brush traditional coatings
    ‐ understand the working life of prepared materials
    ‐ determine the atmospheric condition and its influence on the process
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with mixing, colour matching and applying specialist traditional paints
    185. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ raw materials
    ‐ traditional paints, including lime wash, oil bound distemper, soft distemper, lead paints, flat oil paints and linseed oil based paints
    ‐ primers, sealers, undercoats, finishes, solvents and thinners
    ‐ brushes and other associated equipment
    ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
    ‐ access equipment
    ‐ hand tools and associated equipment
    • methods of calculating the quantity of materials required associated with the method/procedure of mixing, colour matching and applying specialist traditional paints
    186. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, current regulations/legislation, method statements and/or risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    187. demonstration of work skills to enlarge, reduce, copy, trace and cut
    188. produce and apply specialist stencilling to given working instructions to
    • produce stencil plates by hand from the original design
    • trace from an existing complex design and produce plates by hand
    189. set out and apply complex designs (to areas including reveals)
    190. use multi plates (minimum two overlays)
    191. use diaper pattern (minimum one overlay)
    192. Information
    • drawings, specifications, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations/legislation
    193. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ clean/prepare surfaces for stencil application
    ‐ carry out copying by enlargement/reduction and tracing
    ‐ set out and form multi-plate stencils
    ‐ cut stencils by hand
    ‐ register and apply stencil designs, to include diaper pattern, using water-borne and/or solvent-borne paints for full wall application
    ‐ set out to architectural features including windows reveals
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with producing and applying specialist stencilling
    194. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ water-borne and solvent borne paints
    ‐ copying, enlarging, reducing and tracing materials
    ‐ stencil plate materials
    ‐ stencil knives, hot wire cutters, lasers and computers
    ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
    ‐ waste containers/bags
    ‐ access equipment
    ‐ hand tools and associated equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity of materials required associated with the method/procedure to produce and apply specialist stencilling
    195. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, current regulations, method statements and/or risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    196. demonstration of work skills to inspect, analyse, propose, repair, prepare, set out and mix
    197. set out blocks, fix and remove tapes to architectural features to given working instructions
    • apply textured masonry paint
    • prepare water-borne glazes to match stone colours
    • apply veining
    • apply flat finish clear glazes
    • apply colour to mortar joints
    198. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, current regulations, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information
    199. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
    ‐ establish access requirements
    ‐ inspect surfaces for suitability, identify causes of faults and propose solutions
    ‐ carry out repairs
    ‐ prepare and clean surfaces for application
    ‐ select and prepare paint/glaze products
    ‐ set out ashlar work from a scale drawing and mask mortar joints
    ‐ produce differing stone effects
    ‐ produce individual stone effects
    ‐ set out work from a scale drawing for architectural features
    ‐ mask to apply ashlar block effect
    ‐ apply protective glaze
    ‐ determine the atmospheric condition and its influence on the process
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with producing decorative ashlar work
    200. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ water-borne glazes and varnishes
    ‐ smooth and textured masonry paints
    ‐ pigments, stainers, solvents and driers
    ‐ equipment for setting out including chalk lines and laser beams
    ‐ protective sheeting and masking materials
    ‐ waste containers/bags
    ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
    ‐ access equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce decorative ashlar work
  6. Paper Machine Operatives
    responsibility
    1. Operate and maintain timber treatment plant
      cosvr19 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 operating timber treatment plant 4 maintaining timber treatment plant
      duty
      interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe work practices select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why and when personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to carry out the activity, in accordance with legislation and/or organisational requirements
      3. safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      4. safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
      5. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      6. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      7. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      8. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
      9. demonstration of work skills to operate, monitor, inspect, clean and lubricate
      10. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      11. treat timber with preservatives to manufacturers guidelines and/or to given working instructions, relating to preservative plant operational process
      12. maintain timber treatment plant to manufacturers guidelines and/or given working instructions
      13. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      14. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      16. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder, vaporising liquid and their uses
      17. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      18. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, manufacturers' information and regulations governing timber treatment installations
      19. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, with plant, tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      20. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and/or portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      21. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
      ‐ start up, operate and close down treatment plant
      ‐ monitor plant and check for malfunction
      ‐ inspect treatment plant and carry out routine maintenance
      ‐ report malfunctions
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating and maintaining treatment plant
      22. personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
      23. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      24. Programme
      • work programmes and timetables
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      25. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      26. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ timber treatment plant
      ‐ lubricants
      ‐ consumables
      ‐ Timber
      ‐ treatment chemicals
      ‐ hand and/or power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity associated with the method/procedure to operate and maintain treatment plant
      27. Security procedures
      • workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Wood Preserving Industrial Pre-Treatment (Construction)
    2. Prepare timber for treatment, dry and store treated timber
      cosvr17 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 preparing timber for preservative treatment and storing freshly treated timber in designated drying areas
      duty
      interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe work practices select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why and when personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to carry out the activity, in accordance with legislation and/or organisational requirements
      3. safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      4. safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
      5. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      6. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      7. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      8. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
      9. demonstration of work skills to mark, record, check, transport, position, stack, load and unload
      10. use and maintain hand tools and lifting equipment
      11. prepare, move and store timber for preservative treatment to given working instructions, relating to
      • labels
      • records of movement
      • moisture content
      • stacking and drying
      • storage of treated timber
      12. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      13. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      15. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder, vaporising liquid and their uses
      16. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Information
      • specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information
      18. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      19. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and/or ancillary equipment
      20. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
      ‐ mark materials to identify, trace and record
      ‐ check moisture content of timber
      ‐ load and unload timbers into and out of pressure vessel
      ‐ move and stack treated timber in designated areas
      ‐ prepare timber for despatch
      ‐ use hand tools and ancillary equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with the use of treated timber.
      21. personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
      22. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      23. Programme
      • work programmes and timetables
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      24. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities
      25. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality and sizes of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ pre- and post-treated timber
      ‐ hand and/or ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating volume associated with the method/procedure to treat, dry and store timbers
      26. Security procedures
      • workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Wood Preserving Industrial Pre-Treatment (Construction)
    3. Prepare timber treatment chemicals
      cosvr18 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 receiving, handling and storing chemicals 4 preparing timber preservative chemicals in treatment plant
      duty
      interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe work practices select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why and when personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to carry out the activity, in accordance with legislation and/or organisational requirements
      3. safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      4. safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
      5. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      6. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      7. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      8. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
      9. demonstration of work skills to check, transfer, store and record
      10. use and maintain hand tools and lifting and transferring equipment
      11. prepare chemicals for use and load treatment plant to given working instructions, relating to
      • receipt and check that chemicals are correct product, type, quantity and concentration
      • storage of chemicals
      • records of usage
      12. carry out emergency procedures for spillages
      13. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      14. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      16. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder, vaporising liquid and their uses
      17. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      18. Information
      • specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information
      19. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, with tools and equipment, with chemical substances, with movement/storage of chemicals and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      20. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and lifting equipment
      21. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
      ‐ receive, check and record chemicals
      ‐ isolate damaged products
      ‐ soften water in hard water areas
      ‐ transfer chemicals
      ‐ deal with spillages
      ‐ use hand tools and lifting/transferring equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with the use of treated timbers
      22. personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
      23. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      24. Programme
      • work programmes and timetables
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      25. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities and adverse weather conditions
      26. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes of standard and/or specialist:
      ‐ timber treatment chemicals
      ‐ water
      ‐ hand tools and lifting/transferring equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, volume and ratios associated with the method/procedure to receive, transfer, store and use treatment chemicals
      27. Security procedures
      • workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Wood Preserving Industrial Pre-Treatment (Construction)
    duty
    interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe work practices select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
    knowledge
    1. Interpretation of information
    • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
    • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
    • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
    2. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why and when personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
    3. Selection of resources
    • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
    • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
    • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
    • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    4. Minimise the risk of damage
    • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
    • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
    5. Meet the contract specification
    • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
    • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
    6. Allocated time
    • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
    context
    1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    2. safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to carry out the activity, in accordance with legislation and/or organisational requirements
    3. safe use and storage of tools and equipment
    4. safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
    5. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials, components and fixings
    • tools and equipment
    6. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
    7. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
    8. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
    9. demonstration of work skills to operate, monitor, inspect, clean and lubricate
    10. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    11. treat timber with preservatives to manufacturers guidelines and/or to given working instructions, relating to preservative plant operational process
    12. maintain timber treatment plant to manufacturers guidelines and/or given working instructions
    13. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
    14. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    15. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    16. Fire extinguishers
    • water, CO2, foam, powder, vaporising liquid and their uses
    17. Hazards
    • those identified by method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    18. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, manufacturers' information and regulations governing timber treatment installations
    19. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, with plant, tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    20. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools and/or portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    21. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
    ‐ start up, operate and close down treatment plant
    ‐ monitor plant and check for malfunction
    ‐ inspect treatment plant and carry out routine maintenance
    ‐ report malfunctions
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating and maintaining treatment plant
    22. personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
    23. Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    24. Programme
    • work programmes and timetables
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    25. Protect work
    • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
    26. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ timber treatment plant
    ‐ lubricants
    ‐ consumables
    ‐ Timber
    ‐ treatment chemicals
    ‐ hand and/or power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity associated with the method/procedure to operate and maintain treatment plant
    27. Security procedures
    • workplace, company and operative
    28. interpretation of specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    29. demonstration of work skills to mark, record, check, transport, position, stack, load and unload
    30. use and maintain hand tools and lifting equipment
    31. prepare, move and store timber for preservative treatment to given working instructions, relating to
    • labels
    • records of movement
    • moisture content
    • stacking and drying
    • storage of treated timber
    32. Information
    • specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information
    33. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    34. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools and/or ancillary equipment
    35. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
    ‐ mark materials to identify, trace and record
    ‐ check moisture content of timber
    ‐ load and unload timbers into and out of pressure vessel
    ‐ move and stack treated timber in designated areas
    ‐ prepare timber for despatch
    ‐ use hand tools and ancillary equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with the use of treated timber.
    36. Protect work
    • protect work against damage from general workplace activities
    37. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality and sizes of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ pre- and post-treated timber
    ‐ hand and/or ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating volume associated with the method/procedure to treat, dry and store timbers
    38. demonstration of work skills to check, transfer, store and record
    39. use and maintain hand tools and lifting and transferring equipment
    40. prepare chemicals for use and load treatment plant to given working instructions, relating to
    • receipt and check that chemicals are correct product, type, quantity and concentration
    • storage of chemicals
    • records of usage
    41. carry out emergency procedures for spillages
    42. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, with tools and equipment, with chemical substances, with movement/storage of chemicals and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    43. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools and lifting equipment
    44. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
    ‐ receive, check and record chemicals
    ‐ isolate damaged products
    ‐ soften water in hard water areas
    ‐ transfer chemicals
    ‐ deal with spillages
    ‐ use hand tools and lifting/transferring equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with the use of treated timbers
    45. Protect work
    • protect work against damage from general workplace activities and adverse weather conditions
    46. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes of standard and/or specialist:
    ‐ timber treatment chemicals
    ‐ water
    ‐ hand tools and lifting/transferring equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, volume and ratios associated with the method/procedure to receive, transfer, store and use treatment chemicals
  7. Planning Process Technicians
    responsibility
    1. Control vehicular traffic on construction sites
      COSVR617 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and for controlling the movement of vehicles onto and around the construction site for loading, unloading or parking.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of delivery schedules, traffic management plans, site procedures, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clean and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, signal, position and secure
      8. use and maintain ancillary equipment
      9. set up, initiate, monitor and maintain temprary traffic management systems to control vehicles onto, around and off the site, to given working instructions, relating to
      • methods of traffic management
      • appropriate control equipment
      • signalling and communication
      • enabling safe departure of vehicles
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      15. Information
      • drawings, delivery schedules, traffic management plans, site procedures, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations associated with controlling vehicular traffic on construction sites
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify and follow the organisational quality requirements
      ‐ assess site, location, conditions and surroundings for safe and efficient vehicle movement
      ‐ select and confirm the appropriate method of setting out traffic control systems
      ‐ initiate traffic management systems and procedures
      ‐ agree safe and suitable methods of signalling and communication (hand, radio, oral and visual)
      ‐ determine loading and unloading requirements
      ‐ confirm the nature and purpose of vehicles reporting to the site; against delivery schedules if appropriate
      ‐ direct and manoeuvre vehicles onto and around the site for loading, unloading or parking
      ‐ inspect and prepare vehicles for departure from site (e.g. sheeting, wheel washing)
      ‐ monitor and maintain all traffic management equipment and sundries
      ‐ report and record any incidents
      ‐ record information and maintain records
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ use ancillary equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with controlling vehicular traffic on construction sites
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ cones, signs, lights, barriers, protection and segregation units
      ‐ communication equipment
      ‐ wheel cleaning equipment
      ‐ sheeting
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to control vehicular traffic on construction sites
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Site Logistics Operations (Construction)
    2. Control vehicular traffic on construction sites legacy
      cosvr617 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 controlling the movement of vehicles onto and around the construction site for loading, unloading or parking 5 preparing vehicles for departure
      duty
      interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe work practices select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, delivery schedules, traffic management plans, site procedures, specifications, risk assessments, method statement and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by following the given information relating the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of personal protective.4 safe use and storage of
      • safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, signal, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. set up, initiate, monitor and maintain temporary traffic management systems to control vehicles onto, around and off the site, to given working instructions, relating to
      • methods of traffic management
      • appropriate control equipment
      • signalling and communication
      • preparation of vehicles for departure
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Information
      • drawings, delivery schedules, traffic management plans, site procedures, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statement, manufacturers' information and associated regulations
      15. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      16. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and/or portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      17. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
      ‐ assess site, location, conditions and surroundings for safe and efficient vehicle movement
      ‐ select and confirm the appropriate method of setting out traffic control systems
      ‐ identify signing, lighting, pavement marking and guarding requirements
      ‐ initiate traffic management systems and procedures
      ‐ agree safe and suitable methods of signalling and communication (hand, radio, oral and visual)
      ‐ determine loading and unloading requirements
      ‐ confirm the nature and purpose of vehicles reporting to the site; against delivery schedules if appropriate
      ‐ direct and manoeuvre vehicles onto and around the site for loading, unloading or parking
      ‐ inspect and prepare vehicles for departure from site (e.g. sheeting, wheel washing)
      ‐ monitor and maintain all traffic management equipment and sundries
      ‐ report and record any incidents
      ‐ record information and maintain records
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with controlling vehicular traffic on construction sites
      18. personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ cones, signs, lights, temporary marking materials, barriers, protection and segregation units
      ‐ communication equipment
      ‐ wheel cleaning equipment
      ‐ sheeting
      ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to control vehicular traffic on construction sites
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Post Tensioning Operations (Construction)
    3. Coordinate construction resources
      COSVR792 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and coordinating construction resources.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of specifications, schedules, Control of substances hazardous to health (COSHH) and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • records, delivery schedules, storage facilities
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clean and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to check, record, issue and control stock
      8. check and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. coordinate construction resources, relating to the following, to given working instructions
      • maintain records of the issue and return of materials and equipment
      • store and issue substances which are hazardous to health
      • secure materials and equipment
      • carry out stock taking in accordance with organisational requirements
      • liaise with suppliers
      • communicate with supervisors and managers
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, COSHH, methods of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and official guidance associated with coordinating construction resources
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ maintain records of the issue and return of materials and equipment
      ‐ record and report any deviations from the original orders
      ‐ ensure the security of materials and equipment
      ‐ liaise with suppliers
      ‐ store and issue substances which are hazardous to health in accordance with COSHH
      ‐ carry out stock control in accordance with organisational requirements
      ‐ liaise with supervisors and managers
      ‐ record all information and maintain records
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ observe plant and machinery exclusion zones
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with coordinating construction resources
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect materials and equipment against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ construction resources
      ‐ communication equipment
      ‐ stock control systems
      ‐ hand tools, and/or portable power tools and equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to coordinate construction resources
      24. Security procedures
      • site, materials, equipment, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Site Logistics Operations (Construction)
    4. Maintain construction site fire management systems
      COSVR793 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and maintaining construction site fire management systems.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. monitor the maintenance, condition and security of fire extinguishers
      4. selection of resources associated with own work
      • components and fixings
      • fire-fighting equipment
      • tools and equipment
      5. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      6. maintain a clean and tidy work space
      7. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      8. demonstration of work skills to check, record, maintain, monitor, report
      9. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      10. maintain construction site fire management systems to given working instructions, relating to the following
      • check and maintain fire points, signage, exits and meeting points
      • monitor the usage and storage of flammable materials and equipment
      11. produce and maintain records
      12. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      13. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      15. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      16. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment
      18. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations associated with maintaining construction site fire management systems
      19. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      20. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      21. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ check and maintain fire points, signage, exits and meeting points
      ‐ monitor gas usage and storage
      ‐ monitor flammable materials and equipment, (timber, plant, vehicles)
      ‐ produce and maintain records
      ‐ carry out fire drills
      ‐ execute evacuation procedures
      ‐ contact emergency services
      ‐ identify and follow the organisational quality requirements
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with maintaining construction site fire management systems
      22. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      23. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      24. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      25. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ fire-fighting equipment
      ‐ signage, records
      ‐ components and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to maintain construction site fire management systems
      26. Security procedures
      • site, fire-fighting equipment, gas compounds, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Site Logistics Operations (Construction)
    5. Maintain construction site set-up systems
      COSVR791 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment, and maintaining construction site set-up systems.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Performance Critria 1
      2. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      4. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      5. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      6. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      7. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessment, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tindy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to erect, secure, liaise, dismantle, maintain
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. maintain construction site set-up systems, relating to at least four of the following, to given working instructions
      • erect and/or maintain secure hoarding/fencing
      • erect and/or maintain temporary signage and barriers
      • erect and/or maintain compounds for vehicles, plant and equipment
      • erect and/or maintain compounds for the storage of materials
      • maintain welfare facilities
      • segregate and maintain areas for pedestrian access
      • coordinate vehicle scheduling and deliveries
      • liaise with the public
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and official guidance associated with maintaining construction site set-up systems
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify and follow the organisational quality requirements
      ‐ erect and maintain secure hoarding/fencing
      ‐ erect and maintain temporary signage and barriers
      ‐ erect and maintain compounds for vehicles, plant and equipment
      ‐ erect and maintain compounds for the storage of materials
      ‐ maintain welfare facilities
      ‐ coordinate vehicle scheduling and deliveries
      ‐ liaise with the public
      ‐ understand specific client requirements
      ‐ segregate and maintain areas for pedestrian access
      ‐ ensure combustible materials are correctly stored
      ‐ ensure that records of the use of the combustible materials are maintained
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ recognise specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ maintain exclusion zones for plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with maintaining construction site set-up systems
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ hoarding, fencing, signage, barriers
      ‐ welfare facilities
      ‐ compounds
      ‐ fittings and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to maintain construction site set up systems
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
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    6. Maintain construction site waste management systems
      COSVR794 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and maintaining construction site waste management systems.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • waste receptacles and components
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clean and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to liaise, check, record, maintain, monitor, report
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. maintain construction site waste management systems to given working instructions, relating to the following
      • ensure the various waste streams are disposed of in the appropriate waste receptacles for non-hazardous and hazardous waste
      • liaise with waste management companies for the collection and transfer of site waste
      • complete and retain waste transfer notes
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH), manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, COSHH, methods of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and official guidance associated with maintaining construction site waste management systems
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the various waste streams which will be generated
      ‐ arrange the facilities to be used for recycling and managing waste
      ‐ liaise with waste management companies for the collection and transfer of site waste
      ‐ complete and retain waste transfer notes
      ‐ understand the impact of site waste on the flora and fauna
      ‐ ensure that there is no contamination of water courses
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with maintaining construction site waste management systems
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ recycling and waste management facilities
      ‐ waste transfer notes
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedures to maintain construction site waste management systems
      24. Security procedures
      • site, waste receptacle, workplace, company and operative
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    duty
    1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe work practices select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
    2. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
    3. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
    4. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
    5. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
    6. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
    7. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
    knowledge
    1. Interpretation of information
    • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
    • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
    • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
    2. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    3. Selection of resources
    • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
    • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
    • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
    • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    4. Minimise the risk of damage
    • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
    • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
    5. Meet the contract specification
    • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
    • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
    6. Allocated time
    • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
    7. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
    8. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
    9. Performance Critria 1
    context
    1. interpretation of drawings, delivery schedules, traffic management plans, site procedures, specifications, risk assessments, method statement and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    2. avoidance of risk by following the given information relating the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of personal protective.4 safe use and storage of
    • safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
    3. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials, components and fixings
    • tools and equipment
    4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
    5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
    6. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
    7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, signal, position and secure
    8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    9. set up, initiate, monitor and maintain temporary traffic management systems to control vehicles onto, around and off the site, to given working instructions, relating to
    • methods of traffic management
    • appropriate control equipment
    • signalling and communication
    • preparation of vehicles for departure
    10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
    11. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    12. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    13. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    14. Information
    • drawings, delivery schedules, traffic management plans, site procedures, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statement, manufacturers' information and associated regulations
    15. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    16. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools and/or portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    17. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
    ‐ assess site, location, conditions and surroundings for safe and efficient vehicle movement
    ‐ select and confirm the appropriate method of setting out traffic control systems
    ‐ identify signing, lighting, pavement marking and guarding requirements
    ‐ initiate traffic management systems and procedures
    ‐ agree safe and suitable methods of signalling and communication (hand, radio, oral and visual)
    ‐ determine loading and unloading requirements
    ‐ confirm the nature and purpose of vehicles reporting to the site; against delivery schedules if appropriate
    ‐ direct and manoeuvre vehicles onto and around the site for loading, unloading or parking
    ‐ inspect and prepare vehicles for departure from site (e.g. sheeting, wheel washing)
    ‐ monitor and maintain all traffic management equipment and sundries
    ‐ report and record any incidents
    ‐ record information and maintain records
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with controlling vehicular traffic on construction sites
    18. personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
    19. Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    20. Programme
    • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    21. Protect work
    • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
    22. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ cones, signs, lights, temporary marking materials, barriers, protection and segregation units
    ‐ communication equipment
    ‐ wheel cleaning equipment
    ‐ sheeting
    ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to control vehicular traffic on construction sites
    23. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company and operative
    24. interpretation of delivery schedules, traffic management plans, site procedures, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    25. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    26. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials, components and fixings
    • equipment
    27. maintain a clean and tidy work space
    28. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
    29. use and maintain ancillary equipment
    30. set up, initiate, monitor and maintain temprary traffic management systems to control vehicles onto, around and off the site, to given working instructions, relating to
    • methods of traffic management
    • appropriate control equipment
    • signalling and communication
    • enabling safe departure of vehicles
    31. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    32. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    33. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    34. Information
    • drawings, delivery schedules, traffic management plans, site procedures, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations associated with controlling vehicular traffic on construction sites
    35. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    36. Maintenance
    • operative care of ancillary equipment
    37. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify and follow the organisational quality requirements
    ‐ assess site, location, conditions and surroundings for safe and efficient vehicle movement
    ‐ select and confirm the appropriate method of setting out traffic control systems
    ‐ initiate traffic management systems and procedures
    ‐ agree safe and suitable methods of signalling and communication (hand, radio, oral and visual)
    ‐ determine loading and unloading requirements
    ‐ confirm the nature and purpose of vehicles reporting to the site; against delivery schedules if appropriate
    ‐ direct and manoeuvre vehicles onto and around the site for loading, unloading or parking
    ‐ inspect and prepare vehicles for departure from site (e.g. sheeting, wheel washing)
    ‐ monitor and maintain all traffic management equipment and sundries
    ‐ report and record any incidents
    ‐ record information and maintain records
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ use ancillary equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with controlling vehicular traffic on construction sites
    38. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ cones, signs, lights, barriers, protection and segregation units
    ‐ communication equipment
    ‐ wheel cleaning equipment
    ‐ sheeting
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to control vehicular traffic on construction sites
    39. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
    40. interpretation of specifications, schedules, Control of substances hazardous to health (COSHH) and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    41. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    42. selection of resources associated with own work
    • records, delivery schedules, storage facilities
    • tools and equipment
    43. demonstration of work skills to check, record, issue and control stock
    44. check and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    45. coordinate construction resources, relating to the following, to given working instructions
    • maintain records of the issue and return of materials and equipment
    • store and issue substances which are hazardous to health
    • secure materials and equipment
    • carry out stock taking in accordance with organisational requirements
    • liaise with suppliers
    • communicate with supervisors and managers
    46. Fire extinguishers
    • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
    47. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, COSHH, methods of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    48. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    49. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and official guidance associated with coordinating construction resources
    50. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    51. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    52. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ maintain records of the issue and return of materials and equipment
    ‐ record and report any deviations from the original orders
    ‐ ensure the security of materials and equipment
    ‐ liaise with suppliers
    ‐ store and issue substances which are hazardous to health in accordance with COSHH
    ‐ carry out stock control in accordance with organisational requirements
    ‐ liaise with supervisors and managers
    ‐ record all information and maintain records
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ observe plant and machinery exclusion zones
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with coordinating construction resources
    53. Protect work
    • protect materials and equipment against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
    54. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ construction resources
    ‐ communication equipment
    ‐ stock control systems
    ‐ hand tools, and/or portable power tools and equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to coordinate construction resources
    55. Security procedures
    • site, materials, equipment, workplace, company and operative
    56. interpretation of specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    57. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    58. monitor the maintenance, condition and security of fire extinguishers
    59. selection of resources associated with own work
    • components and fixings
    • fire-fighting equipment
    • tools and equipment
    60. demonstration of work skills to check, record, maintain, monitor, report
    61. maintain construction site fire management systems to given working instructions, relating to the following
    • check and maintain fire points, signage, exits and meeting points
    • monitor the usage and storage of flammable materials and equipment
    62. produce and maintain records
    63. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment
    64. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations associated with maintaining construction site fire management systems
    65. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ check and maintain fire points, signage, exits and meeting points
    ‐ monitor gas usage and storage
    ‐ monitor flammable materials and equipment, (timber, plant, vehicles)
    ‐ produce and maintain records
    ‐ carry out fire drills
    ‐ execute evacuation procedures
    ‐ contact emergency services
    ‐ identify and follow the organisational quality requirements
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with maintaining construction site fire management systems
    66. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ fire-fighting equipment
    ‐ signage, records
    ‐ components and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to maintain construction site fire management systems
    67. Security procedures
    • site, fire-fighting equipment, gas compounds, workplace, company and operative
    68. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessment, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    69. maintain a clear and tindy work space
    70. demonstration of work skills to erect, secure, liaise, dismantle, maintain
    71. maintain construction site set-up systems, relating to at least four of the following, to given working instructions
    • erect and/or maintain secure hoarding/fencing
    • erect and/or maintain temporary signage and barriers
    • erect and/or maintain compounds for vehicles, plant and equipment
    • erect and/or maintain compounds for the storage of materials
    • maintain welfare facilities
    • segregate and maintain areas for pedestrian access
    • coordinate vehicle scheduling and deliveries
    • liaise with the public
    72. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    73. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    74. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and official guidance associated with maintaining construction site set-up systems
    75. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify and follow the organisational quality requirements
    ‐ erect and maintain secure hoarding/fencing
    ‐ erect and maintain temporary signage and barriers
    ‐ erect and maintain compounds for vehicles, plant and equipment
    ‐ erect and maintain compounds for the storage of materials
    ‐ maintain welfare facilities
    ‐ coordinate vehicle scheduling and deliveries
    ‐ liaise with the public
    ‐ understand specific client requirements
    ‐ segregate and maintain areas for pedestrian access
    ‐ ensure combustible materials are correctly stored
    ‐ ensure that records of the use of the combustible materials are maintained
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ recognise specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ maintain exclusion zones for plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with maintaining construction site set-up systems
    76. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ hoarding, fencing, signage, barriers
    ‐ welfare facilities
    ‐ compounds
    ‐ fittings and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to maintain construction site set up systems
    77. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    78. selection of resources associated with own work
    • waste receptacles and components
    • tools and equipment
    79. demonstration of work skills to liaise, check, record, maintain, monitor, report
    80. maintain construction site waste management systems to given working instructions, relating to the following
    • ensure the various waste streams are disposed of in the appropriate waste receptacles for non-hazardous and hazardous waste
    • liaise with waste management companies for the collection and transfer of site waste
    • complete and retain waste transfer notes
    81. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH), manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    82. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and official guidance associated with maintaining construction site waste management systems
    83. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the various waste streams which will be generated
    ‐ arrange the facilities to be used for recycling and managing waste
    ‐ liaise with waste management companies for the collection and transfer of site waste
    ‐ complete and retain waste transfer notes
    ‐ understand the impact of site waste on the flora and fauna
    ‐ ensure that there is no contamination of water courses
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with maintaining construction site waste management systems
    84. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ recycling and waste management facilities
    ‐ waste transfer notes
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedures to maintain construction site waste management systems
    85. Security procedures
    • site, waste receptacle, workplace, company and operative
  8. Plant Operatives
    responsibility
    1. Operate plant or machinery to sweep, clean or clear
      COSVR761 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment, preparing, setting up, operating and shutting down plant or machinery for sweeping, cleaning and clearing.
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least five of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, prepare, refill, replenish, set up, align, engage, adjust, manoeuvre, empty, wash out, clear and clean
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment
      12. operate plant or machinery to given working instructions to sweep and to carry out at least two of the following
      • tipping of lifted materials
      • scrub clean
      • hose clean, wet sweep
      • pressure wash clean
      • suck empty or clear
      • blow clear
      13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      19. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      20. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, work instructions, manufacturers' information, waste carriers register and current regulations governing the operation of plant or machinery
      21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      22. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant or machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      23. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant, machinery and equipment used to sweep, clean and clear
      ‐ liaise with site representative
      ‐ complete pre-use and post stop checks for sweeper, cleaner, clearer and ancillary equipment
      ‐ carry out functional checks
      ‐ identify the area to be swept, cleaned and cleared
      ‐ check to avoid damage to structures, utilities service apparatus, vehicles, people and animals
      ‐ prepare, set up and adjust for operational requirements, safety and security
      ‐ operate plant, machinery and equipment; gears, clutch, brake, steering, reversing aids, speed and position for sweeping, cleaning and clearing patterns, sequences and operations
      ‐ monitor operations making use of audio and visual aids
      ‐ identify and deal with waste streams
      ‐ empty and discharge hopper and dispose of lifted materials
      ‐ recognise and avoid fly tipping
      ‐ form stockpiles
      ‐ replenish, refill water from remote hydrants
      ‐ monitor brush wear
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ travel on public highways
      ‐ deal with spills of oil, diesel, petrol and chemicals
      ‐ washout hopper
      ‐ operate in various conditions, day, night, low light, restricted visibility changing weather conditions
      ‐ shut down and secure plant or machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for sweeping, cleaning and clearing
      24. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      25. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      26. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      27. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables
      ‐ brushes, hoses and nozzles
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant or machinery for sweeping, cleaning and clearing
      28. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      29. Skills
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      suite
      1. Road building and Maintenance
      2. Piling Operations (Construction)
    duty
    1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
    2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
    3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
    4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
    5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
    6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
    7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
    8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
    knowledge
    1. Interpretation of information
    • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
    • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
    • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
    2. Organise with others
    • communication of ideas between team members
    • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
    • the skills required to carry out the work
    3. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
    4. Request resources
    • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
    5. Selection of resources
    • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
    • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
    • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
    • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    6. Minimise the risk of damage
    • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
    • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
    7. Meet the contract specification
    • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
    • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
    8. Allocated time
    • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
    context
    1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
    2. organisation of own work
    3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operation and the work to be carried out
    4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least five of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use and storage of plant or machinery
    • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
    • safe use of access equipment
    • specific risks to health
    5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
    6. selection of resources associated with own work
    • tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
    8. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
    9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
    10. demonstration of work skills to check, prepare, refill, replenish, set up, align, engage, adjust, manoeuvre, empty, wash out, clear and clean
    11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment
    12. operate plant or machinery to given working instructions to sweep and to carry out at least two of the following
    • tipping of lifted materials
    • scrub clean
    • hose clean, wet sweep
    • pressure wash clean
    • suck empty or clear
    • blow clear
    13. shut down and secure plant or machinery
    14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
    15. Communication
    • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
    16. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    17. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    18. Hazards
    • those identified by method of work, risk/COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    19. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    20. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, work instructions, manufacturers' information, waste carriers register and current regulations governing the operation of plant or machinery
    21. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    22. Maintenance
    • operative care of plant or machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    23. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the plant, machinery and equipment used to sweep, clean and clear
    ‐ liaise with site representative
    ‐ complete pre-use and post stop checks for sweeper, cleaner, clearer and ancillary equipment
    ‐ carry out functional checks
    ‐ identify the area to be swept, cleaned and cleared
    ‐ check to avoid damage to structures, utilities service apparatus, vehicles, people and animals
    ‐ prepare, set up and adjust for operational requirements, safety and security
    ‐ operate plant, machinery and equipment; gears, clutch, brake, steering, reversing aids, speed and position for sweeping, cleaning and clearing patterns, sequences and operations
    ‐ monitor operations making use of audio and visual aids
    ‐ identify and deal with waste streams
    ‐ empty and discharge hopper and dispose of lifted materials
    ‐ recognise and avoid fly tipping
    ‐ form stockpiles
    ‐ replenish, refill water from remote hydrants
    ‐ monitor brush wear
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ travel on public highways
    ‐ deal with spills of oil, diesel, petrol and chemicals
    ‐ washout hopper
    ‐ operate in various conditions, day, night, low light, restricted visibility changing weather conditions
    ‐ shut down and secure plant or machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant and machinery for sweeping, cleaning and clearing
    24. Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    25. Programme
    • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    26. Protect work
    • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
    27. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables
    ‐ brushes, hoses and nozzles
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate plant or machinery for sweeping, cleaning and clearing
    28. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company and operative
    29. Skills
    • own occupation and occupations related to the work
  9. Plasterers
    responsibility
    1. Apply finishing plaster to prepared surfaces
      COSVR65 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and preparing and applying finishing plaster to prepared surfaces.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment/working platforms
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials and components
      • tools and ancillary equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to check, apply and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. check surface, mix and apply finishing plasters to at least two of the following to given working instructions
      • pre-plastered surfaces
      • plasterboard
      • finished concrete
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ mix plasters
      ‐ check surface preparation
      ‐ apply finishing plasters to vertical and horizontal surfaces (pre-plastered, plasterboard and finished concrete)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with plastering
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ plaster
      ‐ clean water
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to apply finishing plaster to prepared surfaces
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Plastering (Construction)
      2. Building Maintenance Multi-trades Repair and Refurbishment Operations
    2. Apply projection plaster and render, and maintain equipment
      COSVR70 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment, loading and operating machinery, applying projection plaster and render, and cleaning and maintaining the equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment/working platforms
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials and components
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, load and apply
      8. use and maintain hand tools, plaster and render spray equipment, and associated equipment
      9. prepare, load and operate equipment and apply plaster and/or render to vertical and horizontal surfaces (internal and/or external) to given working instructions
      10. clean and maintain plaster/render equipment
      11. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, plaster and render spray equipment and associated equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ prepare, load and operate plastering and render equipment
      ‐ apply plaster and render to vertical and horizontal surfaces (internal and/or external)
      ‐ clean and maintain plastering and rendering equipment
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, plaster and render spray equipment and associated equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with the projection plastering and rendering process
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ projection plaster and render
      ‐ clean water
      ‐ hand tools, plaster and render spray equipment and associated equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to apply and finish projection plasters and renders
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Plastering (Construction)
    3. Apply solid plaster to complex internal surfaces
      COSVR76 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and applying solid plaster to complex internal surfaces.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment/working platforms
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to plumb, measure, mark out, mix, apply and finish one-, two- and three-coat plaster
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare background surfaces, mix plaster and apply internal solid plaster to at least six of the following to given working instructions
      • internal and external angles other than 90°
      • splayed walls
      • round or arched windows
      • round or square columns
      • attached piers
      • beams
      • inclined walls or ceilings
      • curved surfaces
      • lath walls or ceilings
      • expanded metal lath (EML)
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ prepare background surfaces
      ‐ mix plaster
      ‐ apply and finish one-, two- and three-coat plasterwork to splayed walls, round and arched windows, round and square columns, attached piers, beams, inclined walls and ceilings, curved surfaces, lath walls and ceilings and EML to solid backgrounds and board backgrounds
      ‐ form internal and external angles other than 90°, reveals and expansion joints
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with internal solid plastering
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ backing coat and finishing plasters, sand, lime, cement and additives
      ‐ beads and trims, scrim and tapes
      ‐ expanded metal lath (EML), timber lath
      ‐ clean water
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to apply solid plaster to complex internal surfaces
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Plastering (Construction)
      2. Building Maintenance Multi-trades Repair and Refurbishment Operations
    4. Apply solid render to background surfaces and produce finishes
      COSVR67 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment, preparing materials, applying solid render to external backgrounds and producing finishes.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment/working platforms
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, fittings and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, mix, apply and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. application of base coats, reinforcing mesh and stress patches
      10. prepare background surfaces, mix and apply solid render to bellcasts, internal and external angles, walls, reveals and soffits, and to at least one of the following background surfaces to given working instructions
      • brick
      • block
      • concrete
      • rubble stone masonry
      • expanded metal lath (EML)
      • external insulation
      11. produce a plain-faced finish coat to external walls and/or external insulation plus at least one of the following finishes to given working instructions
      • dash
      • rough-cast (harling, wet dash)
      • synthetic or non-synthetic renders
      • proprietary pre-cast
      12. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      13. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      15. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      16. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      17. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
      18. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      19. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      20. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ carry out pre-installation checks to include structural integrity, dampness, vents, services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
      ‐ mix render to the required strength for background surfaces and supporting fixtures
      ‐ prepare background surfaces
      ‐ recognise the procedures to check flues and combustion air ventilation
      ‐ understand the implications of existing guarantees and warranties
      ‐ apply base coats, reinforcing mesh and stress patches
      ‐ apply multiple coat renders to external walls and external insulation
      ‐ form internal and external angles, reveals, soffits, expansion joints and bellcasts
      ‐ position, secure and apply renders to expanded metal lath (EML)
      ‐ apply dash, plain-faced coat, rough-cast (harling, wet-dash), synthetic and non-synthetic renders and proprietary pre-cast finishes and sealants to external surfaces and external insulation including door and window reveals
      ‐ complete post installation checks: compliance with specifications, resistance to water penetration, anchorage/fixing, vents, services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with rendering
      21. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      22. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      23. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      24. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ render, sand, lime, cement and additives
      ‐ bellcasts and beads, expanded metal lath (EML)
      ‐ dash, rough-cast (harling, wet dash), proprietary pre-cast finish, synthetic and non-synthetic renders
      ‐ reinforcement, stress patches, sealants, fixings and fittings
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to apply external solid render to background surfaces and produce finishes
      25. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Plastering (Construction)
      2. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      3. Trowel Occupations (Construction)
      4. Building Maintenance Multi-trades Repair and Refurbishment Operations
    5. Conserve, restore or repair solid plaster or render surfaces
      COSVR557 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment, repairing backgrounds and conserving, restoring or repairing solid plaster or render surfaces on conservation and restoration projects or earthen structures.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • 3 the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work and appropriate to the type/period
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection sympathetic to the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, plumb, level, remove, apply, spread, run, rule, finish, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. conserve, restore or repair existing internal plaster and/or external render to given working instructions relating to the following
      • removal of defective plaster and/or render laths
      • preparation of background surfaces
      • replication of existing finishes
      • stabilisation of existing plaster and/or render
      • internal and external angles
      10. conserve, restore or repair four of the following plaster and/or render surfaces
      • vertical
      • ceiling
      • inclined
      • in-situ moulded
      • moulded and cast enrichment
      • curved (dome, barrel, vault, lunette etc.)
      • floor
      • in-situ hand moulded
      11. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, archaeological watching brief, historical conservation plans and charters, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ remove defective plaster, render and laths
      ‐ prepare background surfaces appropriate to the plaster and render finish
      ‐ apply and finish internal plaster and external render to the following surfaces: vertical, ceiling, inclined, in-situ moulded, in-situ hand moulded, moulded and cast enrichment, curved (dome, barrel, vault, lunette etc.) and floor
      ‐ form internal and external angles
      ‐ replicate existing finishes
      ‐ stabilise existing plaster and render
      ‐ validate appropriate ways in which the work should be carried out
      ‐ recognise sensitive areas
      ‐ maintain heritage and archaeological integrity
      ‐ maintain the principles of minimum intervention and reversible alterations
      ‐ record work carried out (written, photographic or digital)
      ‐ recognise and/or report endangered/protected flora and fauna (masonry bees)
      ‐ remove deteriorated and/or inappropriate materials
      ‐ maintain existing structure
      ‐ integrate existing and new constructional components
      ‐ store salvageable materials and components
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with conserving, restoring or repairing plaster and render surfaces
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ lath work, plasters, earth plasters, earth renders, clays, sand, aggregates, cements, lime, beads, additives, bonding agents, fixings and associated ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area, volume and wastage associated with the method/procedure to conserve, restore or repair solid plaster or render surfaces
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Heritage Skills (Construction)
    6. Conserve, restore, maintain and repair plasterwork
      cosvr595 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 repairing, restoring, conserving and maintaining plasterwork commensurate with the style and method of the existing work
      duty
      interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe work practices select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by following the given information relating to / at least one of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use and storage of products, tools and equipment
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, set out, mix, apply, finish, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. conserve, restore, maintain and repair existing plasterwork in keeping with the style, period and method of construction of the original for a minimum of two complex projects
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, manufacturers' information and regulations governing buildings
      15. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      16. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and/or portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      17. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
      ‐ erect and dismantle temporary supports
      ‐ remove defective plasterwork and laths and safely store retained components
      ‐ stabilise existing plasterwork
      ‐ repair or replace backgrounds using modern and traditional methods
      ‐ prepare moulds, produce and fix plaster components in the style and method of construction of the original
      ‐ carry out patching and minor repairs
      ‐ use paint strippers
      ‐ identify and select materials in keeping with the period of the work
      ‐ make records
      ‐ identify the requirements of statutory and other interested bodies
      ‐ understand conservation charter requirements
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with conserving, restoring, maintaining and repairing plasterwork
      18. personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ plasters (undercoat and finishing), sands, limes, cement, fixings, bonding agents, reinforcements, pigments, hair, additives and associated ancillary items
      ‐ beads, trims, scrim and tapes
      ‐ release agents, retarders, accelerators, flexible moulding material and associated ancillary items
      ‐ modern and traditional laths
      ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to conserve, restore, maintain and repair plasterwork
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Senior Crafts (Construction)
    7. Install complex fibrous plaster components
      COSVR82 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment, preparing and fixing fibrous plaster mouldings for skirtings, cornices, dados, panels, arches, pilasters, domes, lunettes, barrels and vaults.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment/working platforms
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, fit, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. survey to minimise waste
      10. prepare background surfaces, mix casting plasters and install fibrous plaster mouldings to decorative cornices and/or dados and/or panels and to at least two of the following to given working instructions
      • arches or pilasters
      • domes
      • lunettes
      • barrel vaulted or shaped ceilings
      • decorative ceilings
      • cross vaulted ceilings
      • balanced mitred mouldings
      11. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ prepare background surfaces
      ‐ mix casting plasters and adhesives
      ‐ install grid work where necessary
      ‐ install fibrous plaster mouldings for decorative cornices, decorative dados, decorative panels, arches, pilasters, domes and lunettes
      ‐ install fibrous plaster mouldings for barrel, vaulted, shaped, cross vaulted and decorative ceilings and balanced mitred mouldings
      ‐ secure structure using wire and wad and mechanically fixed methods
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing fibrous plaster components
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ casting plaster, reinforcing material, timber, grid work and fixings
      ‐ suspension materials
      ‐ adhesives
      ‐ clean water
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install complex fibrous plaster components
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Plastering (Construction)
    8. Install direct bond dry lining systems
      COSVR68 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and preparing and installing dry lining systems by direct bond to internal solid backgrounds.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment/working platforms
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, mix, cut, apply, fit, finish, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare background surfaces, mix bonding compounds and install dry lining systems to given working instructions to include
      • direct bonding to solid backgrounds
      • form openings with reveals
      • form seals around perimeter and services
      • fit around services
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ mix bonding compounds
      ‐ install internal dry linings by direct bond to solid backgrounds
      ‐ form openings and reveals
      ‐ fit around services
      ‐ form seals around perimeter and services
      ‐ repair direct bond dry internal linings
      ‐ maintain ventilation as appropriate
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with the installation of direct bond dry internal linings
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ manufactured proprietary boards
      ‐ bonding compounds
      ‐ fixings
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install direct dry bond lining systems
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Plastering (Construction)
    9. Install mechanically fixed plasterboard
      COSVR71 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and preparing and mechanically fixing plasterboard to internal backgrounds.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment/working platforms
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, cut, apply, fit, fix, finish, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare backgrounds and install plasterboard to given working instructions relating to the following
      • clad to timber and/or metal
      • form openings with and without reveals
      • fit around services
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify appropriate standard, performance and uses of the plasterboard
      ‐ install and mechanically fix plasterboard to timber and metal internal backgrounds
      ‐ form openings with and without reveals
      ‐ fit around services
      ‐ repair damaged boarded areas
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with mechanically fixing plasterboard
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ manufactured proprietary boards
      ‐ fittings and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install mechanically fixed plasterboard
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Plastering (Construction)
    10. Lay sand and cement screeds
      COSVR69 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment, preparing materials and laying sand and cement screeds.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment/working platforms
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials and components
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, clean, lay, compact and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare surfaces, mix and lay floor screeds to given working instructions relating to the following
      • sand and cement screeds, level and/or to falls
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ prepare floor surfaces
      ‐ lay and finish sand and cement screeds to level and falls
      ‐ fall to drainage outlets and form skirtings
      ‐ remove defective and repair sand and cement screeds
      ‐ install damp proof membranes (DPM)
      ‐ prepare screed materials
      ‐ accommodate movement
      ‐ lay bonded and floating screeds
      ‐ accommodate for insulation and underfloor heating
      ‐ reinforce screeds (fibres and mesh)
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with sand and cement screeding
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ sand, cement, ready-mixed screeds
      ‐ damp proof membranes (DPM)
      ‐ reinforcement fibre/mesh
      ‐ expansion joints
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to lay sand and cement screeds
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Plastering (Construction)
      2. Wall and Floor Tiling (Construction)
    11. Position and secure fibrous plaster components
      COSVR72 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and preparing and fixing fibrous plaster components in situ.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment/working platforms
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, cut, joint, fix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare background and install at least two of the following fibrous plasterwork components to given working instructions
      • plain cornice mouldings
      • dado/panel mouldings
      • plain-faced casts
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ install fibrous plaster cornice, dado, panel and plain-faced (including rebated) mouldings
      ‐ identify the differences between mirrored and balanced mitres
      ‐ set out to mask positioning of un-mirrored mitres
      ‐ identify proprietary methods of fixing
      ‐ form and reinforce joints
      ‐ form internal and external returns and stop ends
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with fibrous plastering
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ casting and fixing plasters
      ‐ adhesives
      ‐ reinforcing materials
      ‐ timber and fixings
      ‐ clean water
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to position and secure fibrous plaster components
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Plastering (Construction)
    12. Prepare and mix earth plasters and earth renders
      COSVR767 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and preparing and mixing earth plasters and earth renders mechanically and/or by hand.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • s pecific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to extract, measure, sample, grade, test, batch, temper, mix, add, knock up and store
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and mix the following to given working instructions
      • earth plaster – base and finish coat mix (with or without additives)
      • earth render – base and finish coat mix (with or without additives)
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ carry out soil analysis and field testing
      ‐ source and select materials, aggregates and additives
      ‐ temper materials (soaking etc.)
      ‐ batch materials
      ‐ Prepare and mix earth plasters and earth renders
      • protect and store mixed and unmixed materials
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and mixing earth plasters and earth renders
      19. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      20. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      21. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ clay, earth, chalk, marle, loam, fibres, aggregates, additives, pigments, lime
      ‐ ancillary items
      ‐ fittings and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools, plant, machinery and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area, volume and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and mix earth plasters and earth renders
      22. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Heritage Skills (Construction)
    13. Produce cement castings
      COSVR75 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and preparing and producing cement casting components.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment/working platforms
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, gauge, mix and cast running finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools, vibrating table and ancillary equipment
      9. construct models and running moulds
      10. prepare bench, install reinforcements and produce cement castings to given working instructions from the following
      • running straight and radial moulds
      • flood moulds, case moulds and casts
      11. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ construct models and running moulds
      ‐ prepare bench
      ‐ install reinforcement
      ‐ produce running straight and radial moulds
      ‐ produce mouldings using flood, case moulds and casts
      ‐ prepare mould compounds, aggregates, cement, lime, casting plasters and specialised casting materials
      ‐ mix, place and compact material to make castings
      ‐ remove and cure castings
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools, vibrating table and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with producing cement castings
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ mould compounds, aggregates, cement, lime, casting plasters and specialised casting materials
      ‐ reinforcing material
      ‐ timber, zinc and fixings
      ‐ additives, release agents
      ‐ hot and cold pour
      ‐ clean water
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools, vibrating table and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce cement castings
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Plastering (Construction)
    14. Produce complex external plaster finishes and surfaces
      cosvr596 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 preparing materials and applying render to external backgrounds
      duty
      interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe work practices select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by following the given information relating to / at least one of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use and storage of products, tools and equipment
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, mix, fit, finish, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare materials and apply external render to given working instructions
      • multiple coat render to external walls
      • mouldings (running and in-situ)
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, manufacturers' information and regulations governing buildings
      15. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      16. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and/or portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      17. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
      ‐ prepare modern and traditional external backgrounds
      ‐ apply and finish multiple coat external render to walls, including rough cast, pebble dash, wattle and daub, ashlar, mouldings and insitu
      ‐ mix modern and traditional render
      ‐ apply waterproofing to external walls
      ‐ apply additives and colourings
      ‐ patch and repair external wall render
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with producing complex external plaster finishes and surfaces
      18. personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ renders, undercoats, sands, stone, aggregate, limes, cement, fixings, pre-cast components, pigments and additives
      ‐ bellcasts, beads and trims
      ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce complex external plaster finishes and surfaces
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Senior Crafts (Construction)
    15. Produce complex external render finishes
      COSVR77 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and applying two- and three-coat render and produce complex finishes to external backgrounds.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment/working platforms
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, apply and finish two and three coat render
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare background surfaces, mix render and produce four of the following external render finishes to given working instructions
      • tyrolean
      • dash
      • ashlar joint
      • rough cast (harling, wet dash)
      • scraped
      • textured
      • simulated stone
      • decorative
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ prepare background surfaces
      ‐ mix sand, cement and lime based external renders
      ‐ apply two- and three-coat rendering to external solid backgrounds and expanded metal lath
      ‐ form internal and external angles, reveals and expansion joints
      ‐ form tyrolean, dash, ashlar joint, rough cast (harling, wet dash), scraped, textured, simulated stone and decorative render finishes
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with rendering
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ render, sand, lime, cement and additives
      ‐ clean water
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce complex external render finishes
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Plastering (Construction)
    16. Produce complex internal plaster finishes and surfaces
      cosvr594 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 applying plasterwork to complex surfaces
      duty
      interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe work practices select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved 3
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by following the given information relating to at least one of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use and storage of products, tools and equipment
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, mix, apply, fit, finish, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare materials and apply internal plasterwork to given working instructions
      • ellipses
      • domes
      • niches and/or apses
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      12. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, manufacturers' information and regulations governing buildings
      14. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      15. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and/or portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      16. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
      ‐ prepare modern and traditional internal backgrounds
      ‐ apply and finish plasterwork to complex walls and ceilings using modern and traditional methods
      ‐ prepare and produce scagliola and polished and plasterers finishes
      ‐ position and secure modern and traditional laths
      ‐ mix modern and traditional plaster
      ‐ apply additives and colourings
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with producing complex internal plaster finishes and surfaces
      • personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
      17. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      18. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      19. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      20. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ plasters, undercoats, limes, fixings, bonding agents, pre-cast components, pigments and additives
      ‐ beads, trims, scrim and tapes
      ‐ modern and traditional laths
      ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce complex internal plaster finishes and surfaces
      21. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Senior Crafts (Construction)
    17. Produce complex plaster moulds
      cosvr592 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 setting out and producing casting moulds for intricate plasterwork designs 5 running moulds for intricate components
      duty
      interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe work practices select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by following the given information relating to / at least one of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use and storage of products, tools and equipment
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, fit, finish, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. set out and produce complex plasterwork casting and running moulds to given working instructions on no less than four projects for at least four of the following
      • domes (elliptical and coffer)
      • vaults/lunettes
      • arches
      • circles
      • ellipses
      • plain columns
      • fluted columns
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, manufacturers' information and regulations governing buildings
      15. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      16. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and/or portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      17. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
      ‐ set out and produce complex casting moulds for intricate designs, patterns and motifs for flood, case, two-part, plaster reverse, fibre glass/polymer modified gypsum and silicone, including thixotropic
      ‐ set out and produce modern and traditional running moulds for intricate designs and patterns
      ‐ use modern and traditional additives and releasing agents
      ‐ geometrically develop Roman, Grecian and Gothic profiles, fan vaults and orders of architecture
      ‐ geometrically develop domes (elliptical and coffer), vaults/lunettes, arches, circles, ellipses and columns (fluted and entasis)
      ‐ turn columns
      ‐ take moulds and squeezes in situ
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with producing complex plaster moulds
      18. personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ timber, timber-based sheet material, metal based sheet materials, fixings and fittings
      ‐ modern and traditional materials for moulds
      ‐ release agents, retarders, accelerators, flexible moulding material and associated ancillary items
      ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce complex plaster moulds
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Senior Crafts (Construction)
    18. Produce complex plasterwork moulds
      COSVR81 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and setting out and producing casting moulds for intricate designs, patterns, motifs, arches, curves and circular areas and running moulds for cornices, dados, skirtings and panel work.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment/working platforms
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, cut, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare bench, set out and produce plasterwork casting and running moulds to given working instructions to cast for at least three of the following
      • intricate designs
      • patterns and motifs
      • arches
      • curves and ellipses
      • circular areas
      • run for cornices, dados, skirtings and panels
      10. produce decorative mouldings
      11. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ prepare bench
      ‐ check setting-out and profiles against drawings/instructions/samples
      ‐ understand the appropriate uses of rigid, loose piece and flexible casting moulds used to cast for intricate designs, patterns and motifs, arches, curves and ellipses, circular areas and decorative mouldings
      ‐ identify the appropriate materials and reinforcements for both rigid and flexible moulds
      ‐ understand casting and site installation requirements
      ‐ set out and produce running moulds and enrichments for cornices, dados, skirtings and panels
      ‐ produce intricate designs, patterns and motifs, curves, domes, vaults/lunettes, arches, circles, ellipses, columns and decorative mouldings
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with producing plasterwork moulds
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ casting plasters
      ‐ rubber, GRP (glass reinforced plastic), resins, release agents, catalysts, reinforcement
      ‐ timber, timber-based sheet material, zinc, steel and fixings
      ‐ clean water
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce complex plasterwork moulds
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Plastering (Construction)
    19. Produce fibrous plaster components
      COSVR74 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and producing fibrous plaster components.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and q uality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment/working platforms
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, cut, position, gauge, mix, cast and run mouldings
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. construct models and running moulds
      10. prepare bench, install reinforcement and produce plasterwork to given working instructions to form at least three of the following
      • straight and radial moulds
      • flood moulds and casts
      • reverse (negative) cornice moulds and casts
      • plain-faced rebated slabs
      11. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ construct models and running moulds
      ‐ prepare bench
      ‐ install reinforcement
      ‐ mix casting plasters and use retarders where appropriate
      ‐ produce reverse (negative) cornice moulds and casts
      ‐ produce straight and radial moulds
      ‐ produce mouldings using flood moulds and casts
      ‐ produce plain faced rebated slabs
      ‐ prepare mould compounds
      ‐ identify different types of casting plasters and retarders, and their appropriate uses
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with fibrous plastering
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ casting plasters
      ‐ reinforcing material
      ‐ timber, zinc and fixings
      ‐ hot and cold pour
      ‐ sealants, additives, release agents
      ‐ clean water
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce fibrous plaster components
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Plastering (Construction)
    20. Produce granolithic works
      COSVR78 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and to prepare and lay granolithic works.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment/working platforms
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, mix, lay, compact and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare backgrounds/surfaces and produce the following to given working instructions
      • granolithic beds/floors, level and to falls
      • drainage outlets
      10. lay skirting to given working instructions
      11. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ ensure the stability of the substrate
      ‐ prepare backgrounds/surfaces
      ‐ lay and finish granolithic beds/floors and topping work, level and to falls
      ‐ form skirtings, steps and drainage outlets
      ‐ form imitation stonework
      ‐ mix granolithic paving/topping material
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/work platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with granolithic works
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ granolithic aggregates, granite dust, sands, carborundum, cement and additives
      ‐ formwork components
      ‐ bonding and release agents
      ‐ expansion joints
      ‐ clean water
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce granolithic works
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Plastering (Construction)
    21. Produce internal solid plastering finishes
      COSVR66 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and preparing and applying plasters to internal backgrounds.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment/working platforms
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and ancillary equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, prepare, mix, apply and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare background surfaces, mix and apply internal plasters to given working instructions relating to the following
      • one-coat work
      • two-coat work
      • 90° internal and external angles
      • reveals, cills and soffits (door and/or windows)
      • walls and ceilings
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ mix plaster
      ‐ prepare background surfaces
      ‐ install expanded metal lath (EML) and timber lath
      ‐ apply and finish one- and two-coat plasterwork to internal solid backgrounds, EML, timber lath backgrounds and manufactured boards to walls and ceilings
      ‐ form internal and external angles, reveals and expansion joints
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with plastering
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ backing coat and finishing plasters, sand, lime, cement and additives
      ‐ beads, trims and fibre/paper tapes
      ‐ manufactured boards
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce internal solid plastering finishes
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Plastering (Construction)
      2. Trowel Occupations (Construction)
    22. Produce plaster and render finishes on conservation or restoration projects or earthen structures
      COSVR556 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment, preparing background surfaces and producing internal plaster and/or external render finishes on conservation and restoration projects or earthen structures.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, plumb, level, apply, spread, run, rule, finish, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. produce internal plaster and/or external render finishes to given working instructions relating to the following
      • preparation of background surface
      • one, two and three coat work
      • vertical, inclined, curved, horizontal and ceiling surfaces
      • internal and external angles
      • replication of decorative and textured finishes
      • moulded sections
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, archaeological watching brief, historical conservation plans and charters, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ prepare background surface appropriate to plasterwork finish
      ‐ apply and finish internal plaster (one, two and three coat), and external render, work to vertical, inclined, curved, horizontal and ceiling surfaces
      ‐ form internal and external surfaces
      ‐ replicate decorative and textured finishes
      ‐ prepare clay, earth plasters, earth renders, coarse stuff, lime putty, plaster, cements and aggregates
      ‐ protect unmixed and mixed materials
      ‐ geometrically develop moulding profiles
      ‐ validate appropriate ways in which the work should be carried out
      ‐ recognise sensitive areas
      ‐ maintain heritage and archaeological integrity
      ‐ maintain the principles of minimum intervention and reversible alterations
      ‐ record work carried out (written, photographic or digital)
      ‐ recognise and/or report endangered/protected flora and fauna (masonry bees)
      ‐ remove deteriorated and/or inappropriate materials
      ‐ maintain existing structure
      ‐ integrate existing and new constructional components
      ‐ store salvageable fabric, materials and structural components
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with producing plaster and render finishes on conservation or restoration projects or earthen structures
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ plasters, earth plasters, earth renders, clays, sand, cements, lime, beads, additives, bonding agents, fixings and associated ancillary items
      ‐ fittings and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area, volume and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce plaster and render finishes on conservation or restoration projects or earthen structures
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Heritage Skills (Construction)
    23. Produce specialised plaster finishes
      COSVR79 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment, inspecting and preparing surfaces and producing terrazzo, mosaic, scagliola, polished and micro-cement finishes.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment/working platforms
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, apply and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. inspect and prepare backgrounds, mix materials and produce at least one of the following specialist plaster finishes to given working instructions
      • terrazzo
      • mosaic
      • scagliola
      • polished
      • micro cement
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ inspect and prepare backgrounds
      ‐ mix materials
      ‐ prepare and apply plaster to produce terrazzo, mosaic, scagliola, micro-cement and polished plaster finishes
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with specialist plaster finishes
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ stone, aggregate, mosaic, cement, plaster, pigments and pre-cast components
      ‐ additives, fixings, bonding agents
      ‐ clean water
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce specialist plaster finishes
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Plastering (Construction)
    24. Repair complex decorative fibrous plaster components
      COSVR83 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and repairing complex decorative fibrous plaster components.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment/working platforms
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to survey, measure, mark out, remove, replicate, fix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare background surfaces, mix casting plaster, take thixotropic squeeze (impression) and repair one of the following complex decorative fibrous plasterwork components to given working instructions
      • cornices
      • dados
      • skirtings
      • panels
      10. tie-back fibrous plaster components to structure
      11. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ prepare background surfaces
      ‐ mix casting plasters
      ‐ take impressions, including thixotropic squeezes
      ‐ repair complex decorative fibrous plaster components
      • tie-back fibrous plaster components to structure
      ‐ replicate mouldings
      ‐ reinforce around damaged areas
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with fibrous plastering
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ casting plasters, reinforcing material, timber and fixings
      ‐ release agents
      ‐ thixotropic rubber
      • clean water
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to repair complex decorative fibrous plaster components
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Plastering (Construction)
    25. Repair fibrous plaster components
      COSVR73 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and repairing existing fibrous plaster cornice, dado and panel mouldings.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment/working platforms
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, cut, remove, replicate, fix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare/repair backgrounds, mix casting plasters and adhesives and repair the following existing fibrous plasterwork to given working instructions
      • plain cornice mouldings
      • dado/panel mouldings
      • plain-faced casts
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ prepare and repair backgrounds
      ‐ mix casting plasters and adhesives
      ‐ repair fibrous plaster cornice, dado and panel mouldings and plain faced-casts
      ‐ replicate mouldings using relevant methods and materials (silicone, clay, profile gauge)
      ‐ form, repair and reinforce joints
      ‐ form internal and external returns and stop ends
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with fibrous plastering
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ casting plasters and adhesives
      ‐ reinforcing material
      ‐ release agents
      ‐ timber and fixings
      ‐ clean water
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to repair fibrous plaster components
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Plastering (Construction)
    26. Run in-situ mouldings
      COSVR80 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment, preparing and running in-situ mouldings.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment/working platforms
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, fit, apply, run, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare backgrounds and moulds, gauge and mix materials and run in-situ mouldings straight and/or curved to given working instructions for any one of the following
      • cornices
      • dados
      • skirting
      • panels
      • angles
      • arches
      10. form joints; mitres; returns; stop-ends; short breaks
      11. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ produce templates and construct running moulds
      ‐ prepare backgrounds, set out and run in-situ straight and curved mouldings for cornices, dados, skirting, angles, panels and arches
      ‐ prepare, guage and mix materials
      ‐ form short breaks and returns, short lengths and returns, joints and mitres
      ‐ set out and fix running rules in situ, including overlaps
      ‐ reproduce shape of existing mould to form template
      ‐ core-out moulding
      ‐ prevent build-up and gathering-on
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance equipment
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with running in-situ moulds
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ timber, timber-based products, sheet materials, metal laths, sand, cement, lime, plaster
      ‐ bonding agents, additives
      ‐ clean water
      ‐ fixings and fittings
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to run in-situ mouldings
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Plastering (Construction)
    27. Set out and install complex plaster components
      cosvr593 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 setting out complex plasterwork for walls and ceiling 5 preparing and fixing complex plasterwork for walls and ceilings
      duty
      interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe work practices select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by following the given information relating to at least one of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use and storage of products, tools and equipment
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, fit, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. set out and install complex plasterwork with enrichments on walls and ceilings to given working instructions on a minimum of four projects
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, manufacturers' information and regulations governing buildings
      15. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      16. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and/or portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      17. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
      ‐ set out complex plasterwork within regular and irregular spaces
      ‐ set out complex shapes
      ‐ space enrichments
      ‐ understand modern and traditional datums
      ‐ install fibrous plaster complex mouldings for skirtings, cornices, dados, panels, arches, lunettes, barrels vaults (plain and intersecting), columns with entasis and strap work
      ‐ methods of fixing modern and traditional plaster mouldings
      ‐ mixing casting plaster
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with setting out and installing complex plaster components
      18. personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ modern and traditional setting out equipment
      ‐ casting plaster, reinforcing material, modern and traditional timber fixings
      ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to set out and install plaster components
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Senior Crafts (Construction)
    duty
    1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
    2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
    3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
    4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
    5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
    6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
    7. select the required quantity and q uality of resources for the methods of work
    8. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe work practices select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
    knowledge
    1. Interpretation of information
    • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
    • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
    • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
    2. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
    3. Selection of resources
    • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
    • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
    • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
    • 3 the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    4. Minimise the risk of damage
    • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
    • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
    5. Meet the contract specification
    • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
    • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
    6. Allocated time
    • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
    7. Selection of resources
    • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
    • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
    • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
    • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    8. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
    9. Minimise the risk of damage
    • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
    • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved 3
    context
    1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use of access equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    3. selection of resources associated with own work and appropriate to the type/period
    • materials, components and fixings
    • tools and equipment
    4. protection sympathetic to the work and its surrounding area from damage
    5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
    6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
    7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, plumb, level, remove, apply, spread, run, rule, finish, position and secure
    8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    9. conserve, restore or repair existing internal plaster and/or external render to given working instructions relating to the following
    • removal of defective plaster and/or render laths
    • preparation of background surfaces
    • replication of existing finishes
    • stabilisation of existing plaster and/or render
    • internal and external angles
    10. conserve, restore or repair four of the following plaster and/or render surfaces
    • vertical
    • ceiling
    • inclined
    • in-situ moulded
    • moulded and cast enrichment
    • curved (dome, barrel, vault, lunette etc.)
    • floor
    • in-situ hand moulded
    11. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
    12. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    13. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    14. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    15. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    16. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, archaeological watching brief, historical conservation plans and charters, official guidance and current regulations governing buildings
    17. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    18. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    19. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ remove defective plaster, render and laths
    ‐ prepare background surfaces appropriate to the plaster and render finish
    ‐ apply and finish internal plaster and external render to the following surfaces: vertical, ceiling, inclined, in-situ moulded, in-situ hand moulded, moulded and cast enrichment, curved (dome, barrel, vault, lunette etc.) and floor
    ‐ form internal and external angles
    ‐ replicate existing finishes
    ‐ stabilise existing plaster and render
    ‐ validate appropriate ways in which the work should be carried out
    ‐ recognise sensitive areas
    ‐ maintain heritage and archaeological integrity
    ‐ maintain the principles of minimum intervention and reversible alterations
    ‐ record work carried out (written, photographic or digital)
    ‐ recognise and/or report endangered/protected flora and fauna (masonry bees)
    ‐ remove deteriorated and/or inappropriate materials
    ‐ maintain existing structure
    ‐ integrate existing and new constructional components
    ‐ store salvageable materials and components
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with conserving, restoring or repairing plaster and render surfaces
    20. Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    21. Programme
    • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    22. Protect work
    • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
    23. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ lath work, plasters, earth plasters, earth renders, clays, sand, aggregates, cements, lime, beads, additives, bonding agents, fixings and associated ancillary items
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area, volume and wastage associated with the method/procedure to conserve, restore or repair solid plaster or render surfaces
    24. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company and operative
    25. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use of access equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • s pecific risks to health
    26. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials, components and fixings
    • tools and equipment
    27. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
    28. demonstration of work skills to extract, measure, sample, grade, test, batch, temper, mix, add, knock up and store
    29. prepare and mix the following to given working instructions
    • earth plaster – base and finish coat mix (with or without additives)
    • earth render – base and finish coat mix (with or without additives)
    30. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
    31. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ carry out soil analysis and field testing
    ‐ source and select materials, aggregates and additives
    ‐ temper materials (soaking etc.)
    ‐ batch materials
    ‐ Prepare and mix earth plasters and earth renders
    • protect and store mixed and unmixed materials
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and mixing earth plasters and earth renders
    32. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ clay, earth, chalk, marle, loam, fibres, aggregates, additives, pigments, lime
    ‐ ancillary items
    ‐ fittings and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools, plant, machinery and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area, volume and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and mix earth plasters and earth renders
    33. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, plumb, level, apply, spread, run, rule, finish, position and secure
    34. produce internal plaster and/or external render finishes to given working instructions relating to the following
    • preparation of background surface
    • one, two and three coat work
    • vertical, inclined, curved, horizontal and ceiling surfaces
    • internal and external angles
    • replication of decorative and textured finishes
    • moulded sections
    35. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    36. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ prepare background surface appropriate to plasterwork finish
    ‐ apply and finish internal plaster (one, two and three coat), and external render, work to vertical, inclined, curved, horizontal and ceiling surfaces
    ‐ form internal and external surfaces
    ‐ replicate decorative and textured finishes
    ‐ prepare clay, earth plasters, earth renders, coarse stuff, lime putty, plaster, cements and aggregates
    ‐ protect unmixed and mixed materials
    ‐ geometrically develop moulding profiles
    ‐ validate appropriate ways in which the work should be carried out
    ‐ recognise sensitive areas
    ‐ maintain heritage and archaeological integrity
    ‐ maintain the principles of minimum intervention and reversible alterations
    ‐ record work carried out (written, photographic or digital)
    ‐ recognise and/or report endangered/protected flora and fauna (masonry bees)
    ‐ remove deteriorated and/or inappropriate materials
    ‐ maintain existing structure
    ‐ integrate existing and new constructional components
    ‐ store salvageable fabric, materials and structural components
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with producing plaster and render finishes on conservation or restoration projects or earthen structures
    37. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ plasters, earth plasters, earth renders, clays, sand, cements, lime, beads, additives, bonding agents, fixings and associated ancillary items
    ‐ fittings and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area, volume and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce plaster and render finishes on conservation or restoration projects or earthen structures
    38. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use of access equipment/working platforms
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    39. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials and components
    • tools and ancillary equipment
    40. demonstration of work skills to check, apply and finish
    41. check surface, mix and apply finishing plasters to at least two of the following to given working instructions
    • pre-plastered surfaces
    • plasterboard
    • finished concrete
    42. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    43. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    44. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
    45. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ mix plasters
    ‐ check surface preparation
    ‐ apply finishing plasters to vertical and horizontal surfaces (pre-plastered, plasterboard and finished concrete)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with plastering
    46. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ plaster
    ‐ clean water
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to apply finishing plaster to prepared surfaces
    47. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials and components
    • tools and equipment
    48. demonstration of work skills to measure, load and apply
    49. use and maintain hand tools, plaster and render spray equipment, and associated equipment
    50. prepare, load and operate equipment and apply plaster and/or render to vertical and horizontal surfaces (internal and/or external) to given working instructions
    51. clean and maintain plaster/render equipment
    52. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, plaster and render spray equipment and associated equipment
    53. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ prepare, load and operate plastering and render equipment
    ‐ apply plaster and render to vertical and horizontal surfaces (internal and/or external)
    ‐ clean and maintain plastering and rendering equipment
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, plaster and render spray equipment and associated equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with the projection plastering and rendering process
    54. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ projection plaster and render
    ‐ clean water
    ‐ hand tools, plaster and render spray equipment and associated equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to apply and finish projection plasters and renders
    55. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials
    • tools and equipment
    56. demonstration of work skills to plumb, measure, mark out, mix, apply and finish one-, two- and three-coat plaster
    57. prepare background surfaces, mix plaster and apply internal solid plaster to at least six of the following to given working instructions
    • internal and external angles other than 90°
    • splayed walls
    • round or arched windows
    • round or square columns
    • attached piers
    • beams
    • inclined walls or ceilings
    • curved surfaces
    • lath walls or ceilings
    • expanded metal lath (EML)
    58. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ prepare background surfaces
    ‐ mix plaster
    ‐ apply and finish one-, two- and three-coat plasterwork to splayed walls, round and arched windows, round and square columns, attached piers, beams, inclined walls and ceilings, curved surfaces, lath walls and ceilings and EML to solid backgrounds and board backgrounds
    ‐ form internal and external angles other than 90°, reveals and expansion joints
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with internal solid plastering
    59. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ backing coat and finishing plasters, sand, lime, cement and additives
    ‐ beads and trims, scrim and tapes
    ‐ expanded metal lath (EML), timber lath
    ‐ clean water
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to apply solid plaster to complex internal surfaces
    60. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials, fittings and fixings
    • tools and equipment
    61. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, mix, apply and finish
    62. application of base coats, reinforcing mesh and stress patches
    63. prepare background surfaces, mix and apply solid render to bellcasts, internal and external angles, walls, reveals and soffits, and to at least one of the following background surfaces to given working instructions
    • brick
    • block
    • concrete
    • rubble stone masonry
    • expanded metal lath (EML)
    • external insulation
    64. produce a plain-faced finish coat to external walls and/or external insulation plus at least one of the following finishes to given working instructions
    • dash
    • rough-cast (harling, wet dash)
    • synthetic or non-synthetic renders
    • proprietary pre-cast
    65. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ carry out pre-installation checks to include structural integrity, dampness, vents, services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
    ‐ mix render to the required strength for background surfaces and supporting fixtures
    ‐ prepare background surfaces
    ‐ recognise the procedures to check flues and combustion air ventilation
    ‐ understand the implications of existing guarantees and warranties
    ‐ apply base coats, reinforcing mesh and stress patches
    ‐ apply multiple coat renders to external walls and external insulation
    ‐ form internal and external angles, reveals, soffits, expansion joints and bellcasts
    ‐ position, secure and apply renders to expanded metal lath (EML)
    ‐ apply dash, plain-faced coat, rough-cast (harling, wet-dash), synthetic and non-synthetic renders and proprietary pre-cast finishes and sealants to external surfaces and external insulation including door and window reveals
    ‐ complete post installation checks: compliance with specifications, resistance to water penetration, anchorage/fixing, vents, services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with rendering
    66. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ render, sand, lime, cement and additives
    ‐ bellcasts and beads, expanded metal lath (EML)
    ‐ dash, rough-cast (harling, wet dash), proprietary pre-cast finish, synthetic and non-synthetic renders
    ‐ reinforcement, stress patches, sealants, fixings and fittings
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to apply external solid render to background surfaces and produce finishes
    67. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, fit, position and secure
    68. survey to minimise waste
    69. prepare background surfaces, mix casting plasters and install fibrous plaster mouldings to decorative cornices and/or dados and/or panels and to at least two of the following to given working instructions
    • arches or pilasters
    • domes
    • lunettes
    • barrel vaulted or shaped ceilings
    • decorative ceilings
    • cross vaulted ceilings
    • balanced mitred mouldings
    70. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ prepare background surfaces
    ‐ mix casting plasters and adhesives
    ‐ install grid work where necessary
    ‐ install fibrous plaster mouldings for decorative cornices, decorative dados, decorative panels, arches, pilasters, domes and lunettes
    ‐ install fibrous plaster mouldings for barrel, vaulted, shaped, cross vaulted and decorative ceilings and balanced mitred mouldings
    ‐ secure structure using wire and wad and mechanically fixed methods
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing fibrous plaster components
    71. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ casting plaster, reinforcing material, timber, grid work and fixings
    ‐ suspension materials
    ‐ adhesives
    ‐ clean water
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install complex fibrous plaster components
    72. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, mix, cut, apply, fit, finish, position and secure
    73. prepare background surfaces, mix bonding compounds and install dry lining systems to given working instructions to include
    • direct bonding to solid backgrounds
    • form openings with reveals
    • form seals around perimeter and services
    • fit around services
    74. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ mix bonding compounds
    ‐ install internal dry linings by direct bond to solid backgrounds
    ‐ form openings and reveals
    ‐ fit around services
    ‐ form seals around perimeter and services
    ‐ repair direct bond dry internal linings
    ‐ maintain ventilation as appropriate
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with the installation of direct bond dry internal linings
    75. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ manufactured proprietary boards
    ‐ bonding compounds
    ‐ fixings
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install direct dry bond lining systems
    76. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, cut, apply, fit, fix, finish, position and secure
    77. prepare backgrounds and install plasterboard to given working instructions relating to the following
    • clad to timber and/or metal
    • form openings with and without reveals
    • fit around services
    78. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify appropriate standard, performance and uses of the plasterboard
    ‐ install and mechanically fix plasterboard to timber and metal internal backgrounds
    ‐ form openings with and without reveals
    ‐ fit around services
    ‐ repair damaged boarded areas
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with mechanically fixing plasterboard
    79. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ manufactured proprietary boards
    ‐ fittings and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install mechanically fixed plasterboard
    80. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, clean, lay, compact and finish
    81. prepare surfaces, mix and lay floor screeds to given working instructions relating to the following
    • sand and cement screeds, level and/or to falls
    82. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ prepare floor surfaces
    ‐ lay and finish sand and cement screeds to level and falls
    ‐ fall to drainage outlets and form skirtings
    ‐ remove defective and repair sand and cement screeds
    ‐ install damp proof membranes (DPM)
    ‐ prepare screed materials
    ‐ accommodate movement
    ‐ lay bonded and floating screeds
    ‐ accommodate for insulation and underfloor heating
    ‐ reinforce screeds (fibres and mesh)
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with sand and cement screeding
    83. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ sand, cement, ready-mixed screeds
    ‐ damp proof membranes (DPM)
    ‐ reinforcement fibre/mesh
    ‐ expansion joints
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to lay sand and cement screeds
    84. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, cut, joint, fix, position, secure and finish
    85. prepare background and install at least two of the following fibrous plasterwork components to given working instructions
    • plain cornice mouldings
    • dado/panel mouldings
    • plain-faced casts
    86. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ install fibrous plaster cornice, dado, panel and plain-faced (including rebated) mouldings
    ‐ identify the differences between mirrored and balanced mitres
    ‐ set out to mask positioning of un-mirrored mitres
    ‐ identify proprietary methods of fixing
    ‐ form and reinforce joints
    ‐ form internal and external returns and stop ends
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with fibrous plastering
    87. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ casting and fixing plasters
    ‐ adhesives
    ‐ reinforcing materials
    ‐ timber and fixings
    ‐ clean water
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to position and secure fibrous plaster components
    88. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, gauge, mix and cast running finish
    89. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools, vibrating table and ancillary equipment
    90. construct models and running moulds
    91. prepare bench, install reinforcements and produce cement castings to given working instructions from the following
    • running straight and radial moulds
    • flood moulds, case moulds and casts
    92. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ construct models and running moulds
    ‐ prepare bench
    ‐ install reinforcement
    ‐ produce running straight and radial moulds
    ‐ produce mouldings using flood, case moulds and casts
    ‐ prepare mould compounds, aggregates, cement, lime, casting plasters and specialised casting materials
    ‐ mix, place and compact material to make castings
    ‐ remove and cure castings
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools, vibrating table and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with producing cement castings
    93. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ mould compounds, aggregates, cement, lime, casting plasters and specialised casting materials
    ‐ reinforcing material
    ‐ timber, zinc and fixings
    ‐ additives, release agents
    ‐ hot and cold pour
    ‐ clean water
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools, vibrating table and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce cement castings
    94. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, apply and finish two and three coat render
    95. prepare background surfaces, mix render and produce four of the following external render finishes to given working instructions
    • tyrolean
    • dash
    • ashlar joint
    • rough cast (harling, wet dash)
    • scraped
    • textured
    • simulated stone
    • decorative
    96. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ prepare background surfaces
    ‐ mix sand, cement and lime based external renders
    ‐ apply two- and three-coat rendering to external solid backgrounds and expanded metal lath
    ‐ form internal and external angles, reveals and expansion joints
    ‐ form tyrolean, dash, ashlar joint, rough cast (harling, wet dash), scraped, textured, simulated stone and decorative render finishes
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with rendering
    97. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ render, sand, lime, cement and additives
    ‐ clean water
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce complex external render finishes
    98. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, cut, position and secure
    99. prepare bench, set out and produce plasterwork casting and running moulds to given working instructions to cast for at least three of the following
    • intricate designs
    • patterns and motifs
    • arches
    • curves and ellipses
    • circular areas
    • run for cornices, dados, skirtings and panels
    100. produce decorative mouldings
    101. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ prepare bench
    ‐ check setting-out and profiles against drawings/instructions/samples
    ‐ understand the appropriate uses of rigid, loose piece and flexible casting moulds used to cast for intricate designs, patterns and motifs, arches, curves and ellipses, circular areas and decorative mouldings
    ‐ identify the appropriate materials and reinforcements for both rigid and flexible moulds
    ‐ understand casting and site installation requirements
    ‐ set out and produce running moulds and enrichments for cornices, dados, skirtings and panels
    ‐ produce intricate designs, patterns and motifs, curves, domes, vaults/lunettes, arches, circles, ellipses, columns and decorative mouldings
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with producing plasterwork moulds
    102. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ casting plasters
    ‐ rubber, GRP (glass reinforced plastic), resins, release agents, catalysts, reinforcement
    ‐ timber, timber-based sheet material, zinc, steel and fixings
    ‐ clean water
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce complex plasterwork moulds
    103. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, cut, position, gauge, mix, cast and run mouldings
    104. prepare bench, install reinforcement and produce plasterwork to given working instructions to form at least three of the following
    • straight and radial moulds
    • flood moulds and casts
    • reverse (negative) cornice moulds and casts
    • plain-faced rebated slabs
    105. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ construct models and running moulds
    ‐ prepare bench
    ‐ install reinforcement
    ‐ mix casting plasters and use retarders where appropriate
    ‐ produce reverse (negative) cornice moulds and casts
    ‐ produce straight and radial moulds
    ‐ produce mouldings using flood moulds and casts
    ‐ produce plain faced rebated slabs
    ‐ prepare mould compounds
    ‐ identify different types of casting plasters and retarders, and their appropriate uses
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with fibrous plastering
    106. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ casting plasters
    ‐ reinforcing material
    ‐ timber, zinc and fixings
    ‐ hot and cold pour
    ‐ sealants, additives, release agents
    ‐ clean water
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce fibrous plaster components
    107. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, mix, lay, compact and finish
    108. prepare backgrounds/surfaces and produce the following to given working instructions
    • granolithic beds/floors, level and to falls
    • drainage outlets
    109. lay skirting to given working instructions
    110. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ ensure the stability of the substrate
    ‐ prepare backgrounds/surfaces
    ‐ lay and finish granolithic beds/floors and topping work, level and to falls
    ‐ form skirtings, steps and drainage outlets
    ‐ form imitation stonework
    ‐ mix granolithic paving/topping material
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/work platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with granolithic works
    111. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ granolithic aggregates, granite dust, sands, carborundum, cement and additives
    ‐ formwork components
    ‐ bonding and release agents
    ‐ expansion joints
    ‐ clean water
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce granolithic works
    112. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials
    • tools and ancillary equipment
    113. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, prepare, mix, apply and finish
    114. prepare background surfaces, mix and apply internal plasters to given working instructions relating to the following
    • one-coat work
    • two-coat work
    • 90° internal and external angles
    • reveals, cills and soffits (door and/or windows)
    • walls and ceilings
    115. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ mix plaster
    ‐ prepare background surfaces
    ‐ install expanded metal lath (EML) and timber lath
    ‐ apply and finish one- and two-coat plasterwork to internal solid backgrounds, EML, timber lath backgrounds and manufactured boards to walls and ceilings
    ‐ form internal and external angles, reveals and expansion joints
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with plastering
    116. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ backing coat and finishing plasters, sand, lime, cement and additives
    ‐ beads, trims and fibre/paper tapes
    ‐ manufactured boards
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce internal solid plastering finishes
    117. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, apply and finish
    118. inspect and prepare backgrounds, mix materials and produce at least one of the following specialist plaster finishes to given working instructions
    • terrazzo
    • mosaic
    • scagliola
    • polished
    • micro cement
    119. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ inspect and prepare backgrounds
    ‐ mix materials
    ‐ prepare and apply plaster to produce terrazzo, mosaic, scagliola, micro-cement and polished plaster finishes
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with specialist plaster finishes
    120. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ stone, aggregate, mosaic, cement, plaster, pigments and pre-cast components
    ‐ additives, fixings, bonding agents
    ‐ clean water
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce specialist plaster finishes
    121. demonstration of work skills to survey, measure, mark out, remove, replicate, fix, position, secure and finish
    122. prepare background surfaces, mix casting plaster, take thixotropic squeeze (impression) and repair one of the following complex decorative fibrous plasterwork components to given working instructions
    • cornices
    • dados
    • skirtings
    • panels
    123. tie-back fibrous plaster components to structure
    124. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ prepare background surfaces
    ‐ mix casting plasters
    ‐ take impressions, including thixotropic squeezes
    ‐ repair complex decorative fibrous plaster components
    • tie-back fibrous plaster components to structure
    ‐ replicate mouldings
    ‐ reinforce around damaged areas
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with fibrous plastering
    125. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ casting plasters, reinforcing material, timber and fixings
    ‐ release agents
    ‐ thixotropic rubber
    • clean water
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to repair complex decorative fibrous plaster components
    126. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, cut, remove, replicate, fix, position, secure and finish
    127. prepare/repair backgrounds, mix casting plasters and adhesives and repair the following existing fibrous plasterwork to given working instructions
    • plain cornice mouldings
    • dado/panel mouldings
    • plain-faced casts
    128. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ prepare and repair backgrounds
    ‐ mix casting plasters and adhesives
    ‐ repair fibrous plaster cornice, dado and panel mouldings and plain faced-casts
    ‐ replicate mouldings using relevant methods and materials (silicone, clay, profile gauge)
    ‐ form, repair and reinforce joints
    ‐ form internal and external returns and stop ends
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with fibrous plastering
    129. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ casting plasters and adhesives
    ‐ reinforcing material
    ‐ release agents
    ‐ timber and fixings
    ‐ clean water
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to repair fibrous plaster components
    130. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, fit, apply, run, position and secure
    131. prepare backgrounds and moulds, gauge and mix materials and run in-situ mouldings straight and/or curved to given working instructions for any one of the following
    • cornices
    • dados
    • skirting
    • panels
    • angles
    • arches
    132. form joints; mitres; returns; stop-ends; short breaks
    133. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ produce templates and construct running moulds
    ‐ prepare backgrounds, set out and run in-situ straight and curved mouldings for cornices, dados, skirting, angles, panels and arches
    ‐ prepare, guage and mix materials
    ‐ form short breaks and returns, short lengths and returns, joints and mitres
    ‐ set out and fix running rules in situ, including overlaps
    ‐ reproduce shape of existing mould to form template
    ‐ core-out moulding
    ‐ prevent build-up and gathering-on
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ understand specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance equipment
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with running in-situ moulds
    134. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ timber, timber-based products, sheet materials, metal laths, sand, cement, lime, plaster
    ‐ bonding agents, additives
    ‐ clean water
    ‐ fixings and fittings
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to run in-situ mouldings
    135. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    136. avoidance of risk by following the given information relating to / at least one of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • safe use of access equipment
    • safe use and storage of products, tools and equipment
    137. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
    138. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, set out, mix, apply, finish, position and secure
    139. conserve, restore, maintain and repair existing plasterwork in keeping with the style, period and method of construction of the original for a minimum of two complex projects
    140. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    141. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    142. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, manufacturers' information and regulations governing buildings
    143. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    144. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools and/or portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    145. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
    ‐ erect and dismantle temporary supports
    ‐ remove defective plasterwork and laths and safely store retained components
    ‐ stabilise existing plasterwork
    ‐ repair or replace backgrounds using modern and traditional methods
    ‐ prepare moulds, produce and fix plaster components in the style and method of construction of the original
    ‐ carry out patching and minor repairs
    ‐ use paint strippers
    ‐ identify and select materials in keeping with the period of the work
    ‐ make records
    ‐ identify the requirements of statutory and other interested bodies
    ‐ understand conservation charter requirements
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with conserving, restoring, maintaining and repairing plasterwork
    146. personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
    147. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ plasters (undercoat and finishing), sands, limes, cement, fixings, bonding agents, reinforcements, pigments, hair, additives and associated ancillary items
    ‐ beads, trims, scrim and tapes
    ‐ release agents, retarders, accelerators, flexible moulding material and associated ancillary items
    ‐ modern and traditional laths
    ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to conserve, restore, maintain and repair plasterwork
    148. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, mix, fit, finish, position and secure
    149. prepare materials and apply external render to given working instructions
    • multiple coat render to external walls
    • mouldings (running and in-situ)
    150. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    151. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
    ‐ prepare modern and traditional external backgrounds
    ‐ apply and finish multiple coat external render to walls, including rough cast, pebble dash, wattle and daub, ashlar, mouldings and insitu
    ‐ mix modern and traditional render
    ‐ apply waterproofing to external walls
    ‐ apply additives and colourings
    ‐ patch and repair external wall render
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with producing complex external plaster finishes and surfaces
    152. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ renders, undercoats, sands, stone, aggregate, limes, cement, fixings, pre-cast components, pigments and additives
    ‐ bellcasts, beads and trims
    ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce complex external plaster finishes and surfaces
    153. avoidance of risk by following the given information relating to at least one of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • safe use of access equipment
    • safe use and storage of products, tools and equipment
    154. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, mix, apply, fit, finish, position and secure
    155. prepare materials and apply internal plasterwork to given working instructions
    • ellipses
    • domes
    • niches and/or apses
    156. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
    ‐ prepare modern and traditional internal backgrounds
    ‐ apply and finish plasterwork to complex walls and ceilings using modern and traditional methods
    ‐ prepare and produce scagliola and polished and plasterers finishes
    ‐ position and secure modern and traditional laths
    ‐ mix modern and traditional plaster
    ‐ apply additives and colourings
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with producing complex internal plaster finishes and surfaces
    • personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
    157. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ plasters, undercoats, limes, fixings, bonding agents, pre-cast components, pigments and additives
    ‐ beads, trims, scrim and tapes
    ‐ modern and traditional laths
    ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce complex internal plaster finishes and surfaces
    158. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    159. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, fit, finish, position and secure
    160. set out and produce complex plasterwork casting and running moulds to given working instructions on no less than four projects for at least four of the following
    • domes (elliptical and coffer)
    • vaults/lunettes
    • arches
    • circles
    • ellipses
    • plain columns
    • fluted columns
    161. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
    ‐ set out and produce complex casting moulds for intricate designs, patterns and motifs for flood, case, two-part, plaster reverse, fibre glass/polymer modified gypsum and silicone, including thixotropic
    ‐ set out and produce modern and traditional running moulds for intricate designs and patterns
    ‐ use modern and traditional additives and releasing agents
    ‐ geometrically develop Roman, Grecian and Gothic profiles, fan vaults and orders of architecture
    ‐ geometrically develop domes (elliptical and coffer), vaults/lunettes, arches, circles, ellipses and columns (fluted and entasis)
    ‐ turn columns
    ‐ take moulds and squeezes in situ
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with producing complex plaster moulds
    162. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ timber, timber-based sheet material, metal based sheet materials, fixings and fittings
    ‐ modern and traditional materials for moulds
    ‐ release agents, retarders, accelerators, flexible moulding material and associated ancillary items
    ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce complex plaster moulds
    163. set out and install complex plasterwork with enrichments on walls and ceilings to given working instructions on a minimum of four projects
    164. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
    ‐ set out complex plasterwork within regular and irregular spaces
    ‐ set out complex shapes
    ‐ space enrichments
    ‐ understand modern and traditional datums
    ‐ install fibrous plaster complex mouldings for skirtings, cornices, dados, panels, arches, lunettes, barrels vaults (plain and intersecting), columns with entasis and strap work
    ‐ methods of fixing modern and traditional plaster mouldings
    ‐ mixing casting plaster
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with setting out and installing complex plaster components
    165. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ modern and traditional setting out equipment
    ‐ casting plaster, reinforcing material, modern and traditional timber fixings
    ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to set out and install plaster components
  10. Production Development Manager
    responsibility
    1. Identify and maintain communication systems and organisational procedures
      COSVR734 This standard is about identifying communication systems and procedures that support the organisation of the project, establishing communication systems and managing meetings and maintaining communication systems and procedures in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. identify the organisational and communication needs for the project in relation to the following and implement procedures which ensure administrative, management and operational control
      • roles and responsibilities
      • site or head office interface
      • contract or project administration
      • health, safety, welfare, wellbeing and environmental needs
      • project team interfaces
      • integration of data
      • sharing of project data
      • team working
      • stakeholders
      2. establish and maintain systems which are compatible with those used by the client, customer or their representative, the supply chain and other stakeholders
      3. ensure project information is produced, accurate and issued to relevant stakeholders for the following
      • details of roles and responsibilities
      • details of the organisational structure
      4. implement inclusive methods of communication for reporting, recording and retrieving information between the project team, organisations and stakeholders
      5. monitor communication systems and organisational procedures for effectiveness
      6. identify, investigate and record any breakdowns, conflicts or opportunities for improvement to the communication systems and organisational procedures
      7. implement and record any action taken to improve or restore effective communication systems and organisational procedures
      8. prepare for and manage meetings with colleagues and stakeholders that include the following
      • prepare an agenda, arrange venue and contact attendees in good time
      • the objectives to be achieved during the meeting
      • encourage and acknowledge constructive contributions from the attendees during the meeting
      • encourage a balanced and informed discussion on the agenda items
      • run the meeting on time
      • agree whether objectives have been achieved
      • agree and record actions and responsibilities following the meeting
      9. ensure post meeting activities are carried out including
      • minutes of the meeting drafted and circulated
      • monitoring of the completion of the agreed post meeting actions
      knowledge
      1. Organisational and communication systems
      • how to identify the following communication systems and organisational procedures for a project
      ‐ roles and responsibilities
      ‐ site and head office interface
      ‐ contract and project administration
      ‐ health, safety, welfare, wellbeing and environmental needs
      ‐ project team interfaces
      ‐ integration of data
      ‐ sharing of project data
      ‐ team working
      ‐ stakeholders
      2. Establish and maintain systems
      • how to establish communication systems and organisational procedures that will enable clear effective management, administrative and operational controls
      • how to establish communication systems which are compatible with those used by the client, customer or their representative, other stakeholders and supply chain
      • why it is important that communication systems and organisational procedures meet statutory and organisational controls relating to data, privacy and confidentiality
      3. Produce project information
      • how to produce accurate information about the project, the organisational structure and people’s roles and responsibilities using individual job descriptions, organisation charts, contractual arrangements and team schedules
      • how to circulate information, using inclusive communication methods, about people’s roles and responsibilities (using individual job descriptions, organisation charts, project contractual arrangements and team schedules) and the project and organisational structure to relevant stakeholders
      • why information on people’s roles and responsibilities including individual job descriptions, organisation charts, contractual arrangements and team schedules is important to relevant stakeholders
      4. Methods of inclusive communication
      • how to implement inclusive methods of reporting, recording and retrieving information using inclusive communication methods, between people and organisations who have an interest
      • why reporting, recording and retrieving information using inclusive communication methods, between interested people and organisations should be established
      5. Monitor communication systems and organisational procedures
      • how to monitor the methods of communicating, for reporting, recording and retrieving information
      • why it is important to monitor the methods of communication
      6. Identify and investigate breakdowns
      • how to identify and investigate conflicts to the communication systems and organisational procedures
      • why conflicts in communication systems and organisational procedures need to be investigated
      7. Identify improvements
      • how to identify opportunities for improvements to methods of communication and organisational procedures
      • how to implement actions to improve or restore effective communication and organisational procedures
      • why it is important to improve established communication systems and organisational procedures
      8. Prepare and manage meetings
      • how to prepare for meetings with colleagues and stakeholders that include the following
      ‐ prepare an agenda, arrange venue and contact attendees in good time
      ‐ the objectives to be achieved during the meeting
      ‐ encourage and acknowledge constructive contributions from the attendees during the meeting
      ‐ encourage a balanced and informed discussion on the agenda items
      ‐ run the meeting on time
      ‐ agree and record actions and responsibilities following the meeting and whether set objectives have been met
      • how to manage face-to-face and remote meetings to ensure objectives are met for the following
      ‐ formal group
      ‐ informal group
      ‐ formal one-to-one
      ‐ informal one-to-one
      • why you should manage meetings to ensure objectives are met
      9. Actions following meetings
      • how to ensure the actions arising from a meeting are completed following meetings to ensure objectives are met
      • why it is required to evaluate the effectiveness of meetings and how this can be done
      suite
      Construction Site Management
    duty
    1. identify the organisational and communication needs for the project in relation to the following and implement procedures which ensure administrative, management and operational control
    • roles and responsibilities
    • site or head office interface
    • contract or project administration
    • health, safety, welfare, wellbeing and environmental needs
    • project team interfaces
    • integration of data
    • sharing of project data
    • team working
    • stakeholders
    2. establish and maintain systems which are compatible with those used by the client, customer or their representative, the supply chain and other stakeholders
    3. ensure project information is produced, accurate and issued to relevant stakeholders for the following
    • details of roles and responsibilities
    • details of the organisational structure
    4. implement inclusive methods of communication for reporting, recording and retrieving information between the project team, organisations and stakeholders
    5. monitor communication systems and organisational procedures for effectiveness
    6. identify, investigate and record any breakdowns, conflicts or opportunities for improvement to the communication systems and organisational procedures
    7. implement and record any action taken to improve or restore effective communication systems and organisational procedures
    8. prepare for and manage meetings with colleagues and stakeholders that include the following
    • prepare an agenda, arrange venue and contact attendees in good time
    • the objectives to be achieved during the meeting
    • encourage and acknowledge constructive contributions from the attendees during the meeting
    • encourage a balanced and informed discussion on the agenda items
    • run the meeting on time
    • agree whether objectives have been achieved
    • agree and record actions and responsibilities following the meeting
    9. ensure post meeting activities are carried out including
    • minutes of the meeting drafted and circulated
    • monitoring of the completion of the agreed post meeting actions
    knowledge
    1. Organisational and communication systems
    • how to identify the following communication systems and organisational procedures for a project
    ‐ roles and responsibilities
    ‐ site and head office interface
    ‐ contract and project administration
    ‐ health, safety, welfare, wellbeing and environmental needs
    ‐ project team interfaces
    ‐ integration of data
    ‐ sharing of project data
    ‐ team working
    ‐ stakeholders
    2. Establish and maintain systems
    • how to establish communication systems and organisational procedures that will enable clear effective management, administrative and operational controls
    • how to establish communication systems which are compatible with those used by the client, customer or their representative, other stakeholders and supply chain
    • why it is important that communication systems and organisational procedures meet statutory and organisational controls relating to data, privacy and confidentiality
    3. Produce project information
    • how to produce accurate information about the project, the organisational structure and people’s roles and responsibilities using individual job descriptions, organisation charts, contractual arrangements and team schedules
    • how to circulate information, using inclusive communication methods, about people’s roles and responsibilities (using individual job descriptions, organisation charts, project contractual arrangements and team schedules) and the project and organisational structure to relevant stakeholders
    • why information on people’s roles and responsibilities including individual job descriptions, organisation charts, contractual arrangements and team schedules is important to relevant stakeholders
    4. Methods of inclusive communication
    • how to implement inclusive methods of reporting, recording and retrieving information using inclusive communication methods, between people and organisations who have an interest
    • why reporting, recording and retrieving information using inclusive communication methods, between interested people and organisations should be established
    5. Monitor communication systems and organisational procedures
    • how to monitor the methods of communicating, for reporting, recording and retrieving information
    • why it is important to monitor the methods of communication
    6. Identify and investigate breakdowns
    • how to identify and investigate conflicts to the communication systems and organisational procedures
    • why conflicts in communication systems and organisational procedures need to be investigated
    7. Identify improvements
    • how to identify opportunities for improvements to methods of communication and organisational procedures
    • how to implement actions to improve or restore effective communication and organisational procedures
    • why it is important to improve established communication systems and organisational procedures
    8. Prepare and manage meetings
    • how to prepare for meetings with colleagues and stakeholders that include the following
    ‐ prepare an agenda, arrange venue and contact attendees in good time
    ‐ the objectives to be achieved during the meeting
    ‐ encourage and acknowledge constructive contributions from the attendees during the meeting
    ‐ encourage a balanced and informed discussion on the agenda items
    ‐ run the meeting on time
    ‐ agree and record actions and responsibilities following the meeting and whether set objectives have been met
    • how to manage face-to-face and remote meetings to ensure objectives are met for the following
    ‐ formal group
    ‐ informal group
    ‐ formal one-to-one
    ‐ informal one-to-one
    • why you should manage meetings to ensure objectives are met
    9. Actions following meetings
    • how to ensure the actions arising from a meeting are completed following meetings to ensure objectives are met
    • why it is required to evaluate the effectiveness of meetings and how this can be done
  11. Production Directors in Construction
    responsibility
    1. Assess and evaluate the sustainability and environmental impact of developments in construction management
      COSCSMO07 This standard is about managing the impact of the built environment on the natural environment. You will need to investigate requirements for assessing the environmental impact of proposals. You will also need to select the factors and the criteria used to assess the impact and assess their significance.
      duty
      1. Assess the environmental impact of development proposals 1 investigate the requirements for assessing the environmental impact of proposals by examining policy documents, consulting stakeholders and experts 2 select the factors which will be included in the assessment and the criteria to be used for assessing the impact 3 collate relevant data and examine the proposal in its context 4 identify and review alternative solutions which will improve environmental quality and increase sustainability 5 analyse and forecast the environmental impact of the selected factors, both individually and in combination 6 assess, quantify and report on the significance of each factor and suggest measures which will reduce the environmental impact
      2. Evaluate and present sustainable requirements 7 identify goals and priorities for potential development, both currently and in the future 8 investigate and identify the design, function and performance requirements of the potential project 9 investigate economic factors and resources, environmental and ecological factors, and social views that affect the future asset value and sustainability of potential development and consider alternatives 10 evaluate the best balance between the potential asset value and sustainability and project design, function, performance and return on investment 11 present development strategies in a suitable format and justify them to decision makers 12 decide whether and how to implement potential sustainable development projects so as to achieve key requirements
      3. Identify and evaluate sustainable resources 13 investigate, from appropriate information sources, the factors which impact on the utilisation and sustainability of renewable resources 14 assess accurately the costs and implications of the management and replacement of renewable resources 15 identify and summarise appropriate and valid information sources and identify potential alternative resources 16 compare the technical performance and environmental implications of alternative resources with the performance of existing finite resources with a similar function and calculate any variances 17 investigate, assess and recommend suitable strategies for developing alternative resources, which indicate positive technical and environmental advantages 18 present strategies in a suitable format and justify them to stakeholders
      knowledge
      1. Assess the environmental impact of development proposals 1 how and why to investigate the requirements for assessing the environmental impact of proposals by examining policy documents, consulting stakeholders and experts (analysis) 2 how and why to select the factors which will be included in the assessment and the criteria to be used for assessing the impact (evaluation) 3 how to collate relevant data (application) 4 how and why to examine the proposal in its context (analysis) 5 what to identify as alternative solutions which will improve environmental quality and increase sustainability (understanding) 6 how and why to review alternative solutions which will improve environmental quality and increase sustainability (analysis) 7 how and why to analyse the environmental impact of the selected factors, both individually and in combination (analysis) 8 how and why to forecast the environmental impact of the selected factors, both individually and in combination (analysis) 9 how and why to assess and quantify the significance of each factor (analysis) 10 how to report on the significance of each factor (application) 11 how and why to suggest measures which will reduce the environmental impact (synthesis)
      2. Evaluate and present sustainable requirements 12 what to identify as the goals and priorities for potential development, both currently and in the future (understanding) 13 how and why to investigate the design, function and performance requirements of the potential project (analysis) 14 what to identify as the design, function and performance requirements of the potential project (understanding) 15 how and why to investigate economic factors and resources, environmental and ecological factors, and social views that affect the future asset value and sustainability of potential development and consider alternatives (analysis) 16 how and why to evaluate the best balance between the potential asset value and sustainability and project design, function, performance and return on investment (evaluation) 17 how to present development strategies in a suitable format (application) 18 how and why to justify development strategies to decision makers (synthesis) 19 how and why to decide whether and how to implement potential sustainable development projects so as to achieve key requirements (evaluation)
      3. Identify and evaluate sustainable resources 20 how and why to investigate, from appropriate information sources, the factors which impact on the utilisation and sustainability of renewable resources (analysis) 21 how and why to assess accurately the costs and implications of the management and replacement of renewable resources (analysis) 22 what to identify as appropriate and valid information sources (understanding) 23 how to summarise appropriate and valid information sources (application) 24 what to identify as potential alternative resources (understanding) 25 how and why to compare the technical performance and environmental implications of alternative resources with the performance of existing finite resources with a similar function and calculate any variances (synthesis) 26 how and why to investigate and assess suitable strategies for developing alternative resources, which indicate positive technical and environmental advantages (analysis) 27 how and why to recommend suitable strategies for developing alternative resources, which indicate positive technical and environmental advantages (synthesis) 28 how to present strategies in a suitable format (application) 29 how and why to justify strategies to stakeholders (evaluation)
      context
      1. Assess the environmental impact of development proposals
      • Requirements:
      ‐ social and community obligations
      ‐ legal obligations
      ‐ current codes of practice
      ‐ feasibility
      ‐ conditions to be applied to the proposal
      ‐ significant environmental issues and effects
      ‐ examining alternatives
      ‐ proposing appropriate mitigation measures
      • Proposals:
      ‐ individual projects
      ‐ strategic policies, plans and proposals
      • Factors:
      ‐ environmental impact and sustainability
      ‐ quantity
      ‐ quality (including design)
      ‐ cost (including whole life costs/return on investment)
      ‐ time
      ‐ social (community use and adaptability)
      ‐ Programme
      ‐ transport impact minimisation
      • Criteria:
      ‐ primary and secondary effects
      ‐ positive and negative
      ‐ risk and opportunity
      ‐ construction, operation and decommissioning stages
      ‐ temporary, cumulative and permanent
      ‐ short and long term
      • Relevant data:
      ‐ project baseline information
      ‐ survey information
      ‐ relevant standards
      ‐ relevant legal, regulatory and policy requirements
      ‐ historical
      ‐ project
      • Alternative solutions:
      ‐ different locations
      ‐ different sites
      ‐ brownfield development
      ‐ different layouts
      ‐ extending the use of existing resources
      ‐ renewable energy technology
      ‐ use of alternative resources
      ‐ changes to implementation and phasing
      ‐ not carrying out the proposal
      2. Evaluate and present sustainable requirement
      • Goals and priorities:
      ‐ quantity
      ‐ cost (including whole life costs)
      ‐ time
      ‐ development
      ‐ improvement
      ‐ use
      ‐ Maintenance
      ‐ low carbon design
      ‐ environmental impact and sustainability
      ‐ security
      ‐ health and safety
      ‐ logistics
      • Investigate:
      ‐ use of benchmarking tools
      ‐ insurance risk
      ‐ research
      ‐ consultancy advice
      ‐ regulatory advice
      • Economic factors and resources:
      ‐ finance
      ‐ fiscal policy (including carbon tax/incentives)
      ‐ water demand/supply/use minimisation
      ‐ payback/return on investment
      ‐ carbon trading schemes/carbon reduction credits
      ‐ climate change levy agreements
      ‐ workforce (skills)
      ‐ raw materials
      ‐ manufactured systems and component/modular systems
      ‐ energy use/demand minimisation
      ‐ water demand/supply/use minimisation
      ‐ brownfield development
      ‐ land use
      ‐ resource efficient low carbon urban design
      ‐ market demands and social factors
      • Environmental and ecological factors:
      ‐ natural resources
      ‐ emissions (air, land, water)
      ‐ waste and recycling
      ‐ effluent
      ‐ access to environmentally sensitive areas
      ‐ effects of climate change
      ‐ land use contamination
      ‐ carbon use minimisation
      ‐ water use
      ‐ biodiversity
      ‐ renewable energy technology
      ‐ protect archaeological and historically valuable resources
      ‐ transport impact minimisation
      • Social views:
      ‐ client
      ‐ funders/investors
      ‐ workforce
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ users
      ‐ community (including public and private space)
      • Asset value and sustainability:
      ‐ provide capital growth
      ‐ location in relation to a stable economy and community
      ‐ saleable revenue
      ‐ minimising running costs (environmental and economic)
      ‐ minimising maintenance
      ‐ location in relation to flooding/ground conditions
      ‐ energy use/demand minimisation
      ‐ district heating
      3. Identify and evaluate sustainable resources
      • Information sources:
      ‐ desk research of published literature
      ‐ commissioned research
      ‐ consultation with appropriate authorities
      ‐ consultation with colleagues
      • Factors:
      ‐ Nature
      ‐ location
      ‐ continued availability
      ‐ energy use/demand/storage capacity
      ‐ climate change impact
      ‐ carbon use
      ‐ waste
      ‐ water use
      ‐ biodiversity
      • Utilisation:
      ‐ historic use
      ‐ current use
      ‐ anticipated future use
      • Resources:
      ‐ alternative power generation schemes and implications on design and master planning
      ‐ solar, wind, biomass, CHP, photovoltaic, ground source heat pump, air source heat pump, hydrogen; fuel cell)
      ‐ hydro, wave and tidal power
      • Environmental implications:
      ‐ social
      ‐ cultural
      ‐ technical
      ‐ economic (including funding/tax incentives)
      ‐ visual
      ‐ political
      ‐ legal
      • Present:
      ‐ oral
      ‐ written
      ‐ graphically
      ‐ electronically
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ immediate superiors and managers
      ‐ elected representatives
      ‐ public servants
      ‐ shareholders
      suite
      Construction Senior Management
    2. Control budgets and contract entitlement in construction management
      COSCSMO16 This standard is about identifying responsibilities for the control of budgets and expenditure, and providing the necessary guidance and training in the agreed procedures and format.
      duty
      1. Allocate budgets 1 identify responsibilities for budgetary control and allocations under the budget headings of financial plans 2 identify an appropriate method of maintaining overall control of the budget, produce guidance documents and circulate the information to those responsible 3 identify appropriate methods for presenting financial information to responsible personnel 4 issue allocations under budget headings and cash flow calculations and report requirements to those with financial responsibilities 5 authorise expenditure and changes to budgets and issue the information to those responsible 6 identify and agree appropriate methods and timescales for reporting contingencies and variances 7 resolve queries and discrepancies over allocated budgets
      2. Prepare and agree entitlement for reimbursement for loss and expense 8 assess the basis of entitlement and criteria for recovery against the contract and relevant expert opinion, and progress and structure valid entitlement which can be substantiated 9 calculate entitlement accurately from relevant and verified information sources 10 identify the liability for the cost and inform the parties involved in the contract 11 analyse the opposing grounds for the entitlement, structure the entitlement clearly and present them 12 conduct negotiations with the parties involved in the contract in a professional manner 13 negotiate, agree and finalise amendments to the entitlement with the parties involved in the contract 14 record and store documents, back-up information and calculations so that they can be easily accessed for reference and auditing purposes
      knowledge
      1. Allocate budgets 1 what to identify as responsibilities for budgetary control and allocations under the budget headings of financial plans (understanding) 2 what to identify as an appropriate method of maintaining overall control of the budget (understanding) 3 how to produce guidance documents on the method for maintaining budget control (application) 4 how to circulate the information and guidance documents to those responsible for maintaining overall control of the budget (application) 5 what to identify as appropriate methods for presenting financial information to responsible personnel (understanding) 6 how to issue allocations under budget headings and cash flow calculations (application) 7 how to report requirements to those with financial responsibilities (application) 8 how and why to authorise expenditure and changes to budgets (evaluation) 9 how to issue information on changes to budgets to those responsible (application) 10 what to identify as appropriate methods and timescales for reporting contingencies and variances (understanding) 11 how and why to agree appropriate methods and timescales for reporting contingencies and variances (evaluation) 12 how and why to resolve queries and discrepancies over allocated budgets (synthesis)
      2. Prepare and agree entitlement for reimbursement for loss and expense 13 how and why to assess the basis of entitlement and criteria for recovery against the contract and relevant expert opinion (analysis) 14 how to progress valid entitlement which can be substantiated (application) 15 how to structure valid entitlement which can be substantiated (application) 16 how to calculate entitlement accurately from relevant and verified information sources (application) 17 what to identify as the liability for the cost (understanding) 18 how to inform the parties involved in the contract about the liability for the cost (application) 19 how and why to analyse the opposing grounds for the entitlement (analysis) 20 how and why to structure the entitlement clearly (synthesis) 21 how to present the opposing grounds for the entitlement (application) 22 how to conduct negotiations with the parties involved in the contract in a professional manner (application) 23 how and why to negotiate amendments to the entitlement with the parties involved in the contract (synthesis) 24 how and why to agree amendments to the entitlement with the parties involved in the contract (evaluation) 25 how and why to finalise amendments to the entitlement with the parties involved in the contract (evaluation) 26 how to record documents, back-up information and calculations so that they can be easily accessed for reference and auditing purposes (application) 27 how to store documents, back-up information and calculations so that they can be easily accessed for reference and auditing purposes (application)
      context
      1. Allocate budgets
      • Budget headings:
      ‐ income
      ‐ employment costs
      ‐ capital plant and equipment
      ‐ materials
      ‐ liabilities
      ‐ subcontract costs
      ‐ consumables
      • Financial plans:
      ‐ forecasts
      ‐ budgets
      ‐ cash flow
      • Cash flow calculations:
      ‐ income receivable
      ‐ expenditure
      • Contingencies:
      ‐ delays in receivables
      ‐ project and contract delays
      ‐ interruptions
      ‐ risk
      • Variances:
      ‐ overspend
      ‐ underspend
      2. Prepare and agree entitlement for reimbursement for loss and expense
      • Entitlement - resulting from:
      ‐ measurement
      ‐ valuation of variations
      ‐ liability for costs
      ‐ loss and expense arising from breaches of contract
      ‐ extensions of time
      ‐ damages arising from extra-contractual consideration
      • Expert opinion:
      ‐ legal
      ‐ technical
      ‐ financial
      • Information sources:
      ‐ contract provisions
      ‐ contract claims for payment
      ‐ dimensions and approximations from latest revisions of contract drawings
      ‐ records of executed work
      ‐ inspections of work in progress
      ‐ contract documents
      ‐ day work
      ‐ agreed contract quantities
      ‐ agreed contract rates of payment
      ‐ agreed methods of calculation
      ‐ variations issued
      ‐ contract records
      ‐ site records including photographs
      ‐ company accounts
      • Costs:
      ‐ re-work
      ‐ additional work
      ‐ programme implications
      ‐ increased complexity
      ‐ logistical implications
      • Analyse:
      ‐ claimant's analysis
      ‐ respondent's analysis
      suite
      Construction Senior Management
    3. Control project progress against agreed programmes
      COSVR737 This standard is about controlling progress processes and procedures, making improvements as a result of monitoring and feedback from others in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. implement and monitor at least four of the following systems to record the progress of the project against the agreed programme(s)
      • visual inspection(s)
      • resource records
      • site inspection reports
      • contractor’s report
      • written, graphical and electronic records of the actual work against the programmed work
      • site meetings
      • organisational procedures
      • management reports
      • benchmarks
      • comparison with project requirements
      2. collect and record progress information regularly and summarise it for stakeholders
      3. identify and record inadequate or inappropriate resources, recommend alternative resources and pass the information to stakeholders
      4. identify, quantify and record any identified or predicted deviations from planned progress which have or may occur
      5. identify and record the circumstances of any deviations and identify corrective actions
      6. recommend options to stakeholders that allow the programme to be maintained
      7. inform stakeholders about changes to the operational programme
      8. suggest, implement and record the decisions and actions that need to be taken to maintain progress
      9. identify and record improvements to the programme from feedback received and inform stakeholders
      knowledge
      1. Develop, monitor and implement systems
      • how to develop, monitor and implement the following systems and record the progress of the project against agreed programme(s)
      ‐ visual inspection
      ‐ resources records
      ‐ site inspection reports
      ‐ contractor’s reports
      ‐ written, graphical and electronic records of actual work against programmed work
      ‐ site meetings
      ‐ organisational procedures
      ‐ management reports
      ‐ benchmarks
      ‐ comparison with project requirements
      • why it is important to develop systems to monitor and record the progress of the project against the following
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ network analysis
      ‐ critical path
      ‐ line balance
      ‐ action lists
      ‐ resource schedules
      ‐ project expenditure forecasts
      2. Collect information
      • how to collect progress information
      • how to accurately summarise progress information for stakeholders
      3. Identify inadequate or inappropriate resources
      • how to identify inadequate and inappropriate resources
      • how to inform stakeholders about inadequate and inappropriate resources
      • how to recommend alternative resources to stakeholders
      4. Identify and quantify deviations
      • how to identify the causes of deviations from planned progress which have occurred, and which may occur
      • how to identify and quantify deviations from the planned progress which may disrupt the programme
      • why it is important to identify and quantify deviations from planned progress
      5. Investigate deviations
      • how to investigate the circumstances of deviations from planned progress
      • how to agree corrective action for deviations from planned progress with stakeholders
      • how to implement agreed corrective action for deviations to
      ‐ maintain progress in accordance with agreed programme
      ‐ agree a revised programme
      ‐ secure additional resources
      ‐ alter planned work schedules
      • why it is important to agree corrective action(s)
      6. Recommend options
      • how to recommend options to stakeholders that will minimise delays to the programme
      • how to recommend options that will help the project progress
      • why it is important to make recommendations that will minimise increases in cost and time and help the project progress
      7. Inform stakeholders
      • how and when to inform stakeholders about changes to operational programme(s) and demands on resources
      • why it is important to keep stakeholders informed about changes to operational programme(s) and demands on resources
      8. Maintain progress
      • how to recommend decisions and actions that need to be taken to maintain progress
      • why it is important to make recommendations to maintain progress
      9. Identify improvements from feedback
      • how to identify improvements in progress from feedback received
      • how to recommend improvements in progress to stakeholders
      • why it is important to recommend improvements in progress to stakeholders
      suite
      Construction Site Management
    4. Control project progress against agreed quality standards
      COSVR735 This standard is about implementing specified operational quality assurance, implementing control processes and procedures and making improvements as a result of monitoring and collecting feedback from others in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. identify and interpret quality standards from available information and ensure their implementation before work commences
      2. specify roles and responsibilities and allocate these to individuals to maintain quality standards, and contribute towards a site quality plan or procedure
      3. establish systems to inspect and control the quality of the work and record the systems adopted
      4. regularly check that inspections are carried out to ensure that work conforms to the specified quality standards
      5. identify and record any work which fails to meet the requirements and specified quality standards, implement corrective action and ensure records are kept
      6. inform stakeholders about variations in quality standards, record and recommend solutions and actions for the following
      • effects of quality on the programme
      • effects of quality on safety
      • effects of quality on finished product
      7. identify conflicts between quality standards and refer them to stakeholders for resolution
      8. identify improvements from analysing feedback received and record and recommend them to stakeholders
      knowledge
      1. Identify and interpret quality standards
      • how to identify and interpret quality standards, including but not limited to the following
      ‐ current legislation
      ‐ project specifications
      ‐ British Standards
      ‐ International Standards
      ‐ codes of practice
      ‐ organisation standards
      ‐ trade advisory guidance and best practice
      ‐ benchmarking
      • how to ensure the project’s quality standards are issued to the workforce before starting work on a contract
      2. Specify responsibilities
      • how to allocate and specify the roles and responsibilities to maintain quality standards
      • why it is important to specify and allocate the roles and responsibilities to maintain quality standards
      • how to contribute to a site quality plan or procedure in accordance with the project’s quality standards
      3. Establish quality control systems
      • how to establish the following systems for inspecting, controlling and recording the quality of work relating to methods of construction, materials, components and their use
      ‐ visual inspection
      ‐ comparison with design requirements
      ‐ comparison with standard documentation
      ‐ checking manufacturer’s documentation
      ‐ checking delivery notes
      ‐ sampling and mock ups
      ‐ testing
      ‐ site inspection reports
      ‐ contractor reports
      ‐ site meetings
      • why it is important to establish systems for inspecting, controlling and recording the quality of work relating to methods of construction and materials, components and their use
      4. Check standards of work
      • how to check that work relating to methods of construction and materials, components and their use conforms to design requirements and the specified project quality standards
      5. Identify non-conformance
      • how to identify and record work relating to methods of construction, materials, components and their use that fail to meet the requirements and specified project quality standards
      • how to inform stakeholders following the organisational non conformance procedures regarding methods of construction, materials, components and their use that fail to meet the requirements and specified project quality standards
      • why it is important to identify, record and report work relating to methods of construction, materials, components and their use, that fail to meet the requirements and specified project quality standards
      • how to implement corrective action where work relating to methods of construction, materials, components and their use fails to meet the requirements and specified project quality standards
      • why it is important to implement corrective actions in cases of non-conformance
      6. Inform of variations
      • how to inform stakeholders about variations in project quality standards, safety implications and the finish to the product that may affect the programme
      • how to recommend solutions to stakeholders on the actions required to correct variations
      • how to recommend improvements to stakeholders
      • why it is important to recommend solutions and improvements
      7. Conflicts
      • how to identify conflicts between the project’s quality standards
      • how to refer conflicting quality standards to stakeholders for resolution
      • why it is important to identify and report conflicting quality standards
      8. Identify improvements from feedback
      • how to identify improvements in project quality standards from feedback
      • how to recommend improvements to decision-makers
      • why it is important to identify and recommend improvements to the project quality standards
      • how to agree and record amendments to the project quality standards with stakeholders
      suite
      1. Construction Site Management
      2. Senior Crafts (Construction)
    5. Control project quantities and costs
      COSVR738 This standard is about implementing quantity and cost control systems, identifying variances in quantities and costs and recommending cost efficiencies in the execution of projects in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. implement and monitor one of the following quantities and cost control systems which can provide early warning of problems
      • operational procedures and meetings
      • electronic records
      2. ensure that quantity and cost data is collected, recorded and passed on to the stakeholders in relation to at least four of the following
      • people
      • plant, equipment or machinery
      • materials and components
      • sub-contractors
      • information
      • work area and facilities
      • waste management
      • site overheads
      • records of valuations of work completed
      3. ensure that work values, quantities and cost data are prepared and recorded
      4. ensure that prepared data is presented in a format which will help the people responsible to make decisions
      5. ensure that variations and trends in quantities and cost data are identified, specified, quantified, costed and recorded
      6. ensure that any variations are investigated, agreed and recorded to allow at least one of the following actions to be implemented
      • alter progress in accordance with agreed programme
      • agree new completion dates
      • initiate contract claim
      • secure alternative resources
      • alter planned work schedules
      • alter method of work
      7. identify and record at least four of the following opportunities for cost efficiency and recommend them to stakeholders
      • waste reduction
      • resource management and logistics
      • applications of new technologies and materials
      • energy and utility management
      • recyclable and recoverable materials
      • alternative sources and types of materials
      • variations in quality
      • standardisation
      • revenue generation
      • method of work
      knowledge
      1. Implement systems
      • how to implement and monitor project quantities and cost control systems which will provide early warnings of problems
      2. Collect quantity and cost data
      • how to ensure that the following quantities and cost data is collected and recorded for the project against the following resources used
      3. Quantities and cost data
      • materials
      ‐ plant
      ‐ people
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ day works
      ‐ variations
      ‐ retention sums
      ‐ forecasts of expenditures
      ‐ performance information
      ‐ project programme and progress
      4. Resources
      • people
      ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
      ‐ materials and components
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ Information
      ‐ work area and facilities
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ site overheads
      ‐ records of valuations of work completed
      • how to ensure data is passed on to the stakeholders in time for them to use it
      5. Prepare data
      • how to ensure the correct work values and following quantities and cost data are prepared
      ‐ materials
      ‐ plant
      ‐ people
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ day works
      ‐ variations
      ‐ retention sums
      ‐ forecasts of expenditures
      ‐ performance information
      ‐ project programme and progress
      6. Present data
      • how to ensure that the following quantities and cost data are presented in a format which will help the people responsible to make decisions
      ‐ materials
      ‐ plant
      ‐ people
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ day works
      ‐ variations
      ‐ retention sums
      ‐ forecasts of expenditures
      ‐ performance information
      ‐ project programme and progress
      7. Identify variations and trends
      • how to ensure variations and trends in the following quantities and cost data are identified, specified, quantified and calculated
      ‐ materials
      ‐ plant
      ‐ people
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ day works
      ‐ variations
      ‐ retention sums
      ‐ forecasts of expenditures
      ‐ performance information
      ‐ project programme and progress
      • why it is important to quantify the cost trends in quantities and cost data
      8. Investigate variations and implement corrective action
      • how to ensure variations in cost data are investigated
      • why it is important to investigate variations in cost data
      • how to agree and implement the following corrective actions with stakeholders which will add costs and expenditure to budget
      ‐ alter progress in accordance with agreed programme
      ‐ agree new completion dates
      ‐ secure alternative resources
      ‐ alter planned work schedules
      ‐ alter method of work
      • why it is important to agree and implement corrective action with stakeholders in order to maintain costs and expenditure to budget
      • how to initiate a contract claim
      9. Identify cost efficiencies
      • how to identify the following opportunities for cost efficiencies
      ‐ waste reduction
      ‐ resource management and logistics
      ‐ applications of new technologies and materials
      ‐ energy and utility management
      ‐ recyclable and recoverable materials
      ‐ alternative sources and types of materials
      ‐ variations in quality
      ‐ standardisation
      ‐ revenue generation
      ‐ method of work
      • how to develop and recommend to stakeholders the systems and processes that will assist in the identification of opportunities for cost efficiencies
      • why it is important to develop and recommend to stakeholders the systems and processes to identify opportunities for cost efficiencies
      • how to recommend opportunities for cost efficiencies to stakeholders
      suite
      1. Construction Site Management
      2. Senior Crafts (Construction)
    6. Control projects in construction management
      COSCSMO15 This standard is about controlling projects. You will identify qualitystandards and pass them to the project team. You will set up systems for recording the quality of work against these standards, and require anyunacceptable quality standards to be corrected. You will provideevidence of how the project team are kept informed on quality issues and identify how improvements are implemented.
      duty
      1. Control projects against quality standards 1 identify and interpret quality standards from available information and pass them to the project team for their implementation, before they start work 2 set up systems for inspecting, controlling and recording the quality of work against specified quality standards 3 require the non-compliance of quality standards to be addressed and notify the project team if this is not done within a reasonable time 4 inform the project team regularly about significant variations in complying with quality standards, programme and safety and suggest the decisions which they need to make and actions they need to take 5 identify improvements from feedback received and recommend them to the project team 6 agree and record amendments to the contract quality requirements and specifications
      2. Ensure project compliance with legal and contractual requirements 7 identify and interpret legal, contractual and industry standards requirements from available information and clarify them where there is uncertainty 8 ensure that required legal, contractual and industry standards requirements consents are obtained 9 brief the project team about their legal, contractual and industry standards requirements responsibilities to those responsible for implementing them before they start work on the contract 10 develop and implement monitoring systems, collect information regularly and summarise it 11 identify situations which do not comply with legal, contractual and industry standards requirements, investigate the circumstances thoroughly and take responsibility for corrective action 12 identify any changes in legal, contractual and industry standards requirements which may have an impact on the project, summarise the important details and pass this on to the project team 13 complete statutory submissions accurately and on time
      3. Control project progress against agreed programme 14 develop and implement systems to monitor and record information on the progress of the project against the agreed programme 15 collect and analyse information regularly and summarise it 16 identify inadequately and inappropriately specified resources, inform project team and specify and obtain alternative resources 17 ensure that any progress deviations are identified and quantified 18 investigate the circumstances of any deviations thoroughly and agree and implement corrective action 19 recommend options which are most likely to minimise increases in time and help the project progress, and pass these on to the project team 20 regularly inform the project team and stakeholders about progress, changes to the programme, resource needs, and suggest the decisions and actions that need to be taken 21 identify improvements from feedback received and recommend them to project team and stakeholders
      4. Control project value and cost 22 ensure that appropriate project cost control systems are developed and implemented which are able to provide early warning of problems 23 ensure that value and cost data is collected regularly, recorded correctly and passed on to the people who need it in time for them to be able to use it 24 ensure that the correct work value and cost data are calculated from measurement of work quantity and payment rates 25 ensure that accurate value and cost data is prepared and presented in a format which will help people to make decisions 26 ensure that variations and trends in value and cost data are identified and quantify and cost them 27 ensure that any variations are investigated thoroughly and appropriate corrective action or amendment is agreed and implemented with the project team which will restore costs and expenditure to budget 28 ensure that systems and processes are developed and implemented for identifying opportunities for cost savings and recommend them to the project team 29 ensure that realistic opportunities for cost savings are identified and costed correctly and recommend them to the project team
      knowledge
      1. Control projects against quality standards 1 what to identify as quality standards from available information (understanding) 2 how and why to interpret quality standards from available information (analysis) 3 how to pass quality standards to the project team for implementation before they start work (application) 4 how and why to set up systems for inspecting, controlling and recording the quality of work against specified quality standards (synthesis) 5 how and why to require the non-compliance of quality standards to be addressed (synthesis) 6 how to notify the project team if the non-compliance of quality standards is not addressed within a reasonable time (application) 7 how to inform the project team regularly about significant variations in complying with quality standards, programme and safety (application) 8 how and why to suggest the decisions which they need to make and actions they need to take (synthesis) 9 what to identify as improvements from feedback received (understanding) 10 how and why to recommend improvements from feedback received to the project team (synthesis) 11 how and why to agree amendments to the contract quality requirements and specifications (evaluation) 12 how to record amendments to the contract quality requirements and specifications (application)
      2. Ensure project compliance with legal and contractual requirements 13 what to identify as legal, contractual and industry standards requirements from available information (understanding) 14 how and why to interpret legal, contractual and industry standards requirements from available information (analysis) 15 how to clarify legal, contractual and industry standards requirements where there is uncertainty (application) 16 how to ensure that required legal, contractual and industry standards requirements consents are obtained (application) 17 how to brief the project team about their legal, contractual and industry standards requirements responsibilities to those responsible for implementing them before they start work on the contract (application) 18 how and why to develop monitoring systems (synthesis) 19 how to implement monitoring systems (application) 20 how to collect information regularly from monitoring systems (application) 21 how to summarise information collected from monitoring systems (application) 22 what to identify as situations which do not comply with legal, contractual and industry standards requirements (understanding) 23 how and why to investigate the circumstances of situations which do not comply with legal, contractual and industry standards requirements (analysis) 24 how to take responsibility for corrective action in situations which do not comply with legal, contractual and industry standards requirements (application) 25 what to identify as any changes in legal, contractual and industry standards requirements which may have an impact on the project (understanding) 26 how to summarise the important details of any legal, contractual and industry standards requirements (application) 27 how to pass the important details of any changes in legal, contractual and industry standards requirements on to the project team (application) 28 how to complete statutory submissions accurately and on time (application)
      3. Control project progress against agreed programme 29 how and why to develop systems to monitor and record information on the progress of the project against the agreed programme (synthesis) 30 how to implement systems to monitor and record information on the progress of the project against the agreed programme (application) 31 how to collect information regularly (application) 32 how and why to analyse information regularly (analysis) 33 how to summarise information regularly (application) 34 what to identify as inadequately and inappropriately specified resources (understanding) 35 how to inform project team about inadequately and inappropriately specified resources (application) 36 how and why to specify alternative resources (evaluation) 37 how to obtain alternative resources (application) 38 how to ensure that any progress deviations are identified and quantified (application) 39 how and why to investigate the circumstances of any deviations thoroughly (analysis) 40 how and why to agree corrective action (evaluation) 41 how to implement corrective action (application) 42 how and why to recommend options which are most likely to minimise increases in time and help the project progress (synthesis) 43 how to pass your recommended options on to the project team (application) 44 how to inform the project team and stakeholders regularly about progress, changes to the programme, resource needs (application) 45 how to suggest the decisions and actions that need to be taken to the project team and stakeholders (synthesis) 46 what to identify as improvements from feedback received (understanding) 47 how and why to recommend improvements from feedback received to project team and stakeholders (synthesis)
      4. Control project value and costs 48 how to ensure that appropriate project cost control systems are developed and implemented which are able to provide early warning of problems (application) 49 how to ensure that value and cost data is collected regularly, recorded correctly and passed on to the people who need it in time for them to be able to use it (application) 50 how to ensure that the correct work value and cost data is calculated from measurement of work quantity and payment rates (application) 51 how to ensure that accurate value and cost data is prepared and presented in a format which will help people to make decisions (application) 52 how to ensure that variations and trends in value and cost data are identified (application) 53 how and why to quantify variations and trends in value and cost data (analysis) 54 how and why to cost any variations and trends in value and cost data (analysis) 55 how to ensure that any variations are investigated thoroughly and appropriate corrective action or amendment is agreed and implemented with the project team which will restore costs and expenditure to budget (application) 56 how to ensure that systems and processes are developed and implemented for identifying opportunities for cost savings(application) 57 how and why to recommend systems and processes for identifying opportunities for cost savings to the project team (synthesis) 58 how to ensure that realistic opportunities for cost savings are identified and costed correctly (application) 59 how and why to recommend realistic opportunities for cost savings to the project team (synthesis)
      context
      1. Control projects against quality standards
      • Quality standards:
      ‐ statutory requirements
      ‐ project specifications
      ‐ British Standards
      ‐ International Standards
      ‐ codes of practice
      ‐ organisation standards
      ‐ trade advisory guidance and best practice
      ‐ setting out information
      ‐ benchmarks
      ‐ dimensional control checks
      ‐ certification and accreditation of products, systems and personnel
      • Project team:
      ‐ client
      ‐ workforce
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ partners in the programme
      • Systems:
      ‐ inspection and test plans
      ‐ implementing corrective action
      ‐ records
      ‐ comparison with standard documentation
      ‐ comparison with manufacturer's documentation
      ‐ meetings
      ‐ contractors' reports
      ‐ site inspection reports
      ‐ dimension checks
      ‐ supply chain management
      ‐ audits
      2. Ensure project compliance with legal and contractual requirements
      • Legal, contractual and industry standards requirements and responsibilities for:
      ‐ planning approvals and conditions
      ‐ building regulations
      ‐ environmental health
      ‐ health, safety and welfare
      ‐ environment (e.g. noise, dust, transport, emissions, waste management)
      ‐ compliance for new products & technologies
      ‐ certificates & accreditation on products, systems and personnel
      ‐ fire
      ‐ utilities
      ‐ highways
      ‐ heritage and conservation
      ‐ ecology
      ‐ development licenses and building permits
      ‐ employment practice
      ‐ community benefits
      ‐ bylaws
      ‐ non-statutory guidelines
      ‐ energy
      ‐ insurance
      ‐ warranties
      ‐ project activities
      ‐ security
      • Project team:
      ‐ client
      ‐ workforce
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ partners in the programme
      • Monitoring systems:
      ‐ inspection and test plans
      ‐ implementing corrective action
      ‐ records
      ‐ audits
      ‐ comparison with design requirements
      ‐ comparison with standard documentation
      ‐ checking manufacturers' documentation
      ‐ checking delivery notes
      ‐ sampling
      ‐ testing
      ‐ site inspection reports
      ‐ contractors' reports
      ‐ meetings
      ‐ dimension checks
      ‐ supply chain management
      • Corrective action:
      ‐ instigate contingency action
      ‐ restore compliance
      ‐ agree waiver
      3. Control project progress against agreed programme
      • Information:
      ‐ inspection and testing
      ‐ resource records
      ‐ site inspection reports
      ‐ contractors' reports
      ‐ certified payments
      ‐ written, graphical and electronic records of actual work against programmed work
      ‐ photographs
      ‐ meetings
      ‐ organisational procedures
      ‐ management reports
      ‐ benchmarks
      ‐ comparison with project requirements
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ schedule of deliverables
      ‐ supply chain management
      • Programmes:
      ‐ digital timeline model
      ‐ bar charts
      ‐ flow charts
      ‐ network analysis
      ‐ critical path
      ‐ line of balance
      ‐ time chainage
      ‐ action lists
      ‐ method statements
      ‐ check costs
      ‐ control systems
      ‐ as built programme
      ‐ project expenditure forecasts
      • Resources:
      ‐ people
      ‐ plant and equipment
      ‐ materials and components
      ‐ finance
      ‐ time
      ‐ specialist services
      ‐ public utility services
      ‐ Information
      • Project team:
      ‐ client
      ‐ workforce
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ partners in the programme
      ‐ facilities/asset manager
      • Deviations:
      ‐ resource shortages
      ‐ design problems and constraints
      ‐ industrial disputes
      ‐ lack of essential construction information
      ‐ construction errors and rework
      ‐ weather conditions
      ‐ physical constraints
      ‐ legal
      ‐ environmental
      ‐ poor scope definition
      ‐ contract variation
      ‐ force majeure
      • Quantify:
      ‐ method study
      ‐ work study
      ‐ production analysis
      ‐ cost implication
      • Corrective action:
      ‐ restore progress in accordance with agreed programme
      ‐ agree new completion dates
      ‐ secure additional resources
      ‐ alter planned work
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ the client
      ‐ prospective occupiers/owners
      ‐ prospective users
      ‐ regulatory authorities
      ‐ government agencies
      ‐ public interest organisations
      ‐ public utilities
      4. Control project value and costs
      • Project cost control systems:
      ‐ contractual procedures and meetings
      ‐ operational procedures and meetings
      ‐ open book accounting
      ‐ electronic recording
      • Value and cost data:
      ‐ materials and quantities
      ‐ plant and equipment
      ‐ people
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ dayworks
      ‐ periodic valuations
      ‐ final accounts
      ‐ retention sums
      ‐ forecasts of expenditure
      ‐ performance information
      ‐ indirect costs
      ‐ variations
      ‐ contract programme and progress
      • Corrective action:
      ‐ contract programme and progress
      ‐ control expenditure to conform with budgets
      ‐ agree additional costs
      ‐ make a contract claim
      ‐ mitigation strategy
      • Project team:
      ‐ client
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ partners in the programme
      • Opportunities for cost saving:
      ‐ increase productivity
      ‐ waste reduction and management
      ‐ modify project management systems
      ‐ resource management and logistics
      ‐ applications of new technologies and materials
      ‐ energy management
      ‐ water
      ‐ recycling/materials
      ‐ alternative sources and types of materials
      ‐ reduce plant and labour resource
      ‐ variations in quality
      ‐ standardisation
      ‐ value engineering
      ‐ apply lean construction principles
      ‐ design out waste
      ‐ lean manufacturing principles
      ‐ offsite construction
      suite
      Construction Senior Management
    7. Develop self and others in construction management
      COSCSMO04 This standard is about promoting personal development and providing opportunities for others to learn from your experiences.
      duty
      1. Manage your own resources and undertake continuing personal development in the occupational practice area 1 develop and maintain personal networks of contacts, which are appropriate to meet your current and future needs for information and resources 2 check, on a regular basis, how you are using your time at work and identify possible improvements 3 ensure that your performance consistently meets or goes beyond agreed requirements 4 get regular and useful feedback on your performance from those who are in a good position to judge it and provide you with objective and valid feedback 5 discuss and agree, with those you report to, any changes to your personal work objectives and development plan in the light of performance, feedback received, any development activities undertaken and any wider changes 6 define the personal aims and objectives for undertaking personal development 7 identify and contact sources of support and guidance for undertaking personal development 8 identify and select relevant standards of competence against which personal development can be measured 9 analyse the current personal level of performance against the identified standards of competence and record a profile of present competence and personal development needs 10 prepare a development plan for achieving identified development needs 11 undertake development activities aimed at achieving identified development needs, review and record progress and the effectiveness of the activities 12 measure the achievement of identified development needs and record evidence of competence gained against the identified standards of competence 13 review the cycle of personal development aims and objectives and revise and update aims and objectives to suit changing circumstances
      2. Enable people and yourself to learn and benefit from practice experience 14 identify, through discussion with people, areas where they need help to achieve their agreed competence levels and use the information to produce an agreed personal development plan 15 identify and offer adequate and appropriate opportunities and resources for people to learn 16 select and summarise relevant and up to date information about knowledge and practice in a format which is suitable for distribution and for developing learning materials 17 acknowledge appropriate opportunities to learn from other people 18 advise and coach people so that they can identify their current level of competence, their learning needs and targets 19 select and use appropriate learning techniques and methods which are suitable for the topic and the needs of the individual 20 present information to people using a pace, style and form which is appropriate to their needs 21 encourage people to ask questions, seek clarification and advice when they need help and during learning activities 22 review peoples' progress towards agreed objectives and give realistic and positive feedback on achievements
      knowledge
      1. Manage your own resources and undertake continuing personal development in the occupational practice area 1 how and why to develop personal networks of contacts, which are appropriate to meet your current and future needs for information and resources (synthesis) 2 how to maintain personal networks of contacts, which are appropriate to meet your current and future needs for information and resources (application) 3 how to check, on a regular basis, how you are using your time at work (application) 4 what to identify as possible improvements to how you utilise your time at work (understanding) 5 how to ensure that your performance consistently meets or goes beyond agreed requirements (application) 6 how to get regular and useful feedback on your performance from those who are in a good position to judge it and provide you with objective and valid feedback (application) 7 how and why to discuss with those you report to, any changes to your personal work objectives and development plan in the light of performance, feedback received, any development activities undertaken and any wider changes (synthesis) 8 how and why to agree with those you report to, any changes to your personal work objectives and development plan in the light of performance, feedback received, any development activities undertaken and any wider changes (evaluation) 9 how and why to define the personal aims and objectives for undertaking personal development (evaluation) 10 what to identify as sources of support and guidance for undertaking personal development (understanding) 11 how to contact sources of support and guidance for undertaking personal development (application) 12 what to identify as relevant standards of competence against which personal development can be measured (understanding) 13 how and why to select relevant standards of competence against which personal development can be measured (evaluation) 14 how and why to analyse the current personal level of performance against the identified standards of competence (analysis) 15 how to record a profile of present competence and personal development needs (application) 16 how and why to prepare a development plan for achieving identified development needs (synthesis) 17 how to undertake development activities aimed at achieving identified development needs (application) 18 how and why to review progress and the effectiveness of the development activities (analysis) 19 how to record progress and the effectiveness of the development activities (application) 20 how to measure the achievement of identified development needs (application) 21 how to record evidence of competence gained against the identified standards of competence (application) 22 how and why to review the cycle of personal development aims and objectives (analysis) 23 how to revise aims and objectives to suit changing circumstances (application) 24 how to update aims and objectives to suit changing circumstances (application)
      2. Enable people and yourself to learn and benefit from practice experience 25 what to identify as areas where people need help to achieve their agreed competence levels (understanding) 26 how to use the information from discussions to produce an agreed personal development plan (application) 27 what to identify as adequate and appropriate opportunities and resources for people to learn (understanding) 28 how to offer adequate and appropriate opportunities and resources for people to learn (application) 29 how and why to select relevant and up to date information about knowledge and practice in a format which is suitable for distribution and for developing learning materials (evaluation) 30 how to summarise relevant and up to date information about knowledge and practice in a format which is suitable for distribution and for developing learning materials (application) 31 how to acknowledge appropriate opportunities to learn from other people (application) 32 how and why to advise and coach people so that they can identify their current level of competence, their learning needs and targets (synthesis) 33 how and why to select appropriate learning techniques and methods which are suitable for the topic and the needs of the individual (evaluation) 34 how to use appropriate learning techniques and methods which are suitable for the topic and the needs of the individual (application) 35 how to present information to people using a pace, style and form which is appropriate to their needs (application) 36 how to encourage people to ask questions, seek clarification and advice when they need help and during learning activities (application) 37 how and why to review peoples' progress towards agreed objectives and give realistic and positive feedback on achievements (analysis)
      context
      1. Manage your own resources and undertake continuing personal development in the occupational practice area
      • Development plan includes:
      ‐ priorities
      ‐ target dates
      ‐ development activities
      • Development activities:
      ‐ formal courses
      ‐ research
      ‐ work experience
      ‐ personal study
      ‐ work shadowing/secondment
      ‐ mentoring including professional discussions
      ‐ developing personal networks
      ‐ publications
      • Aims and objectives:
      ‐ preparation for career development
      ‐ intellectual challenge
      ‐ need to provide evidence of vocational competence
      ‐ compliance with employer and professional requirements
      ‐ awareness of development needs
      ‐ developing personal networks
      • Personal development:
      ‐ development of new competence
      ‐ maintenance of existing competence
      ‐ improvements of existing competence
      ‐ commitment to vocational excellence
      • Sources of support and guidance:
      ‐ national/industry bodies
      ‐ Professional Institutions
      ‐ education and training providers
      ‐ in house
      ‐ national occupational standards
      ‐ current publications
      ‐ benchmarks
      ‐ mentoring
      • Standards of competence:
      ‐ job descriptions and personal specification
      ‐ professional institution requirements
      ‐ national occupational standards
      2. Enable people and yourself to learn and benefit from practice experience
      • People:
      ‐ colleagues
      ‐ junior colleagues
      ‐ trainees and students
      ‐ potential entrants to the industry
      • Opportunities and resources:
      ‐ paid time
      ‐ personal time
      ‐ office
      ‐ site
      ‐ collaboration with others
      • Knowledge and practice:
      ‐ lessons from own experience
      ‐ lessons from others experience
      ‐ published sources
      • Learning techniques and methods:
      ‐ attending training and educational programmes
      ‐ coaching
      ‐ mentoring
      ‐ instructing
      ‐ agreeing work based learning opportunities
      ‐ performance appraisal
      ‐ work shadowing/secondments
      suite
      Construction Senior Management
    8. Direct the management of design development and processes in construction management
      COSCSMO06 This standard is about managing projects and the team that deliver design solutions to meet the project brief. It recognises the paramount importance of health, safety and welfare requirements and environmental sustainability issues. It is about ensuring that coherence and consistency is maintained between all aspects of the production and installation design solution and concept.
      duty
      1. Identify and assess hazards, and identify risks 1 check that clients are made aware of the relevant health, safety and welfare regulations and legal framework and their obligations in relation to them 2 collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the compliance of designs with relevant health, safety and welfare regulations and legal framework 3 ensure that hazards and their consequences arising from operations and individual activities are identified and prioritised 4 ensure that hazards are assessed to identify the significance of risks on an iterative basis throughout the development process
      2. Make design choices to reduce health and safety risks 5 ensure that identified hazards are eliminated and reduced whilst developing and modifying designs and conflicting demands are taken into account 6 ensure that community measures are given equal priority over project measures when reducing risks 7 take responsibility for ensuring that the risk reduction measures comply with relevant health and safety regulations and guidelines 8 ensure that the information needed by other people involved is recorded in any design documentation so that they can comply with their duties under relevant health and safety regulations 9 promote the implementation of the risk reduction measures with other people involved 10 encourage a responsible culture of health, safety and welfare in design processes and decision making
      3. Manage the design process 11 agree with the stakeholders the purposes which will be served by production and installation design information appropriate to the project stage 12 choose a format for presenting the production and installation design information which meets the requirements of the stakeholders 13 identify which parts of the overall project require production and installation design information 14 ensure that the parts of the project design which interact with each other are identified and suitable ways to maintain coherence and consistency between all aspects of the production and installation design information are agreed 15 ensure that procedures are set up which will maintain coherence and consistency between the production and installation design solutions and the overall development concept 16 ensure that techniques are confirmed which are suitable for investigating, calculating, testing, developing and specifying the production and installation design which are consistent with best practice and conform to relevant codes and standards
      knowledge
      1. Identify and assess hazards, and identify risks 1 how to check that clients are made aware of the relevant health, safety and welfare regulations and legal framework and their obligations in relation to them (application) 2 how to collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the compliance of designs with relevant health, safety and welfare regulations and legal framework (application) 3 how to ensure that hazards and their consequences arising from operations and individual activities are identified and prioritised (application) 4 how to ensure that hazards are assessed to identify the significance of risks on an iterative basis throughout the development process (application)
      2. Make design choices to reduce health and safety risks 5 how to ensure that identified hazards are eliminated and reduced whilst developing and modifying designs and conflicting demands are taken into account (application) 6 how to ensure that community measures are given equal priority over project measures when reducing risks (application) 7 how and why to take responsibility for ensuring that the risk reduction measures comply with relevant health and safety regulations and guidelines (evaluation) 8 how to ensure that information needed by other people involved is recorded in any design documentation so that they can comply with their duties under relevant health and safety regulations (application) 9 how and why to promote the implementation of the risk reduction measures with other people involved (analysis) 10 how to encourage a responsible culture of health, safety and welfare in design processes and decision making (application)
      3. Manage the design process 11 how and why to agree with the stakeholders the purposes which will be served by production and installation design information appropriate to the project stage (evaluation) 12 how and why to choose a format for presenting the production and installation design which meets the requirements of the stakeholders (evaluation) 13 what to identify as parts of the overall project which require production and installation design information (understanding) 14 how to ensure that the parts of the project design which interact with each other are identified and suitable ways to maintain coherency and consistency between all aspects of the production and installation design are agreed (application) 15 how to ensure that procedures are set up which will maintain coherence and consistency between the production and installation design solutions and the overall development concept (application) 16 how to ensure that techniques are confirmed which are suitable for investigating, calculating, testing, developing and specifying the production and installation design information which are consistent with best practice and conform to relevant codes and standards (application)
      context
      1. Identify and assess hazards, and identify risks
      • Clients:
      ‐ customers
      ‐ owners
      ‐ users
      ‐ occupiers
      • Relevant health, safety and welfare regulations and legal framework:
      ‐ current health, safety and welfare regulations
      ‐ Construction and Building Regulations
      ‐ international law, standards and practice
      ‐ contract and procurement
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ CDM co-ordinator (or recognised body under the CDM code of practice)
      ‐ other designers
      ‐ advisors
      ‐ clients
      ‐ construction managers
      ‐ contractors and specialist contractors
      • Hazards:
      ‐ working at height
      ‐ slips, trips and falls (same height)
      ‐ debris
      ‐ falling or moving objects
      ‐ incorrect manual handling
      ‐ health issues
      ‐ power sources
      ‐ hazardous substances
      ‐ trapped by something collapsing or overturning
      ‐ confined spaces
      ‐ fire
      ‐ obstructions
      ‐ moving vehicles
      ‐ water
      ‐ lack of security/breaches
      ‐ sector or context specific
      • Consequences:
      ‐ injuring people
      ‐ causing ill health
      ‐ damaging property
      ‐ adversely affecting the natural and built environment
      ‐ contravening legislative requirements
      ‐ litigation and prosecution
      ‐ causing adverse publicity/perception
      ‐ working conditions and circumstances, buildability
      ‐ alienating workforce/team members
      ‐ economic and business factors (positive or negative)
      ‐ language barriers
      • Operations and individual activities during:
      ‐ site establishment
      ‐ constructing (infrastructure, structure, building fabric, prefabrication, finishes, services and equipment, landscape, temporary works)
      ‐ using and operating plant and machinery
      ‐ cleaning
      ‐ maintaining
      ‐ altering
      ‐ demolition
      ‐ commissioning and decommissioning
      ‐ refurbishing
      ‐ proximity to existing services and obstructions
      • Assess:
      ‐ likelihood of occurrence
      ‐ severity of harm incurred
      • Significance of risks:
      ‐ common
      ‐ generic
      ‐ not obvious to a competent contractor or designer
      ‐ likely to be difficult to manage effectively
      2. Make design choices to reduce health and safety risks
      • Hazards:
      ‐ working at height
      ‐ slips, trips and falls (same height)
      ‐ debris
      ‐ falling or moving objects
      ‐ incorrect manual handling
      ‐ health issues
      ‐ power sources
      ‐ hazardous substances
      ‐ trapped by something collapsing or overturning
      ‐ confined spaces
      ‐ fire
      ‐ obstructions
      ‐ moving vehicles
      ‐ water
      ‐ lack of security/breaches
      ‐ sector or context specific
      • Developing and modifying design:
      ‐ identifying project requirements
      ‐ planning
      ‐ investigation
      ‐ verifying competence and resources
      ‐ analysis
      ‐ identifying interactions
      ‐ calculation
      ‐ testing
      ‐ selecting materials, components and systems
      ‐ assessing costs & benefits (including life cycle)
      ‐ detailing and specifying
      ‐ assessing buildability
      • Measures:
      ‐ control at sources
      ‐ cumulative protection
      ‐ manage residual risks
      • Risks:
      ‐ common
      ‐ generic
      ‐ not obvious to a competent contractor or designer
      ‐ likely to be difficult to manage effectively
      • Relevant health and safety regulations and guidelines:
      ‐ current health, safety and welfare regulations
      ‐ Construction and Building Regulations
      ‐ international law, standards and practice
      ‐ codes of practice
      ‐ industry guides
      • Other people involved:
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ cleaners
      ‐ maintainers
      ‐ owners
      ‐ users
      • Design documentation:
      ‐ drawings
      ‐ specifications
      ‐ models
      ‐ calculations
      ‐ Health and safety plans and files
      3. Manage the design process
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ the client
      ‐ CDM Coordinator (or recognised body under the CDM code of practice)
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ potential contractors
      ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ regulatory authorities
      ‐ facilities/asset maintenance managers
      ‐ users
      ‐ general public
      ‐ site visitors
      • Project Stages:
      ‐ Stage 4 (Design)
      ‐ Stage 5 (Build and Commission)
      • Format:
      ‐ in writing
      ‐ graphically
      ‐ electronically
      • Parts of the overall project design:
      ‐ location and size
      ‐ assembly and construction/installation
      ‐ components and systems
      ‐ specification
      ‐ environmental assessment objectives
      • Maintain coherence and consistency:
      ‐ visual and spatial
      ‐ functional performance
      ‐ technical performance
      ‐ quality
      ‐ requirements of relevant legislation and codes
      ‐ obsolescence/design life
      ‐ cost
      ‐ health and safety
      ‐ environmental factors
      ‐ sustainability
      ‐ buildability/disassembly
      ‐ maintenance/operation and use
      ‐ value management
      ‐ concurrent design and construction
      ‐ minimise emissions and waste
      ‐ energy use (U value calculations, Building Energy Assessment. carbon rating)
      ‐ protect archaeological and historically valuable resources
      ‐ carbon footprint
      ‐ grey water usage
      ‐ risk/confidence in information
      • Techniques:
      ‐ data research
      ‐ comparison with regulations
      ‐ specialist guidance and best practice
      ‐ relevant previous solutions and feedback
      ‐ computer modelling
      ‐ Building Information Modelling
      ‐ calculation
      ‐ lifetime impact modelling
      ‐ maintain risk register
      ‐ performance dynamic modelling
      ‐ comparison of costs of new and renewable energy
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    9. Ensure that contracts are prepared, negotiated and agreed in construction management
      COSCSMO13 This standard is about ensuring that contracts are prepared, negotiated and agreed. You will need to select appropriate forms of contract to suit the project. You will ensure that standard forms of contract are amended to suit the form of procurement. You will ensure that any necessary preliminaries to the form of contract are drafted. You will demonstrate that you have verified that the proposed contract satisfies all party’s interests and that you have negotiated agreements and any amendments with the concerned parties. You will ensure that the contract meets legal requirements to the point of signature
      duty
      1. Ensure that forms of contract are prepared 1 select forms of contract, contract clauses and documents for the form of procurement proposed 2 ensure that standard forms of contract are amended so that the clauses and documents are suitable for the form of procurement proposed 3 ensure that particulars and preliminaries are drafted which accurately describe the needs of all the stakeholders in the form of contract 4 ensure that contract clauses are checked and that appendices and amendments meet statutory requirements 5 ensure that non-standard forms of contract, clauses and documents are drafted, which have legal precedent, where standard or modified standard forms are not suitable 6 obtain legal advice on the implications of drafting non-standard clauses and forms of contract and explain why this is necessary to the stakeholders in the contract 7 obtain necessary checks and approvals for the draft forms of contract
      2. Ensure that the contract is negotiated and agreed 8 ensure that the obligations of the parties to the contract are identified and obtain valid, written proof that they are able to meet the obligations 9 negotiate contracts using a style and manner which maintains good long term relationships with all the stakeholders 10 negotiate and agree optimum contract terms, conditions and amendments 11 record the results of negotiations accurately and pass the information on, promptly and in accordance with legal requirements, to all the stakeholders 12 ensure that accurate copies of the final contract documents are prepared and checked to meet legal requirements and arrange for them to be signed
      knowledge
      1. Ensure that forms of contract are prepared 1 how and why to select forms of contract, contract clauses and documents for the form of procurement proposed (evaluation) 2 how to ensure that standard forms of contract are amended so that the clauses and documents are suitable for the form of procurement proposed (application) 3 how to ensure that particulars and preliminaries are drafted which accurately describe the needs of all the stakeholders in the form of contract (application) 4 how to ensure that contract clauses are checked and that appendices and amendments meet statutory requirements (application) 5 how to ensure that non-standard forms of contract, clauses and documents are drafted, which have legal precedent, where standard or modified standard forms are not suitable (application) 6 how to obtain legal advice on the implications of drafting non-standard clauses and forms of contract (application) 7 how to explain why it is necessary to obtain legal advice on the implications of drafting non-standard clauses and forms of contract the stakeholders in the contract (application) 8 how to obtain necessary checks and approvals for the draft forms of contract (application)
      2. Ensure that the contract is negotiated and agreed 9 how to ensure that the obligations of the parties to the contract are identified (application) 10 how to obtain valid, written proof that the parties to the contract are able to meet the obligations (application) 11 how and why to negotiate contracts using a style and manner which maintains good long term relationships with all the stakeholders (synthesis) 12 how and why to negotiate optimum contract terms, conditions and amendments (synthesis) 13 how and why to agree optimum contract terms, conditions and amendments (synthesis) 14 how to record the results of negotiations accurately (application) 15 how to pass the information on, promptly and in accordance with legal requirements, to all the stakeholders (application) 16 how to ensure that accurate copies of the final contract documents are prepared and checked to meet legal requirements (application) 17 how to arrange for the final contract documents to be signed (application)
      context
      1. Ensure that forms of contract are prepared
      • Forms of contract:
      ‐ standard
      ‐ non standard
      • Form of procurement:
      ‐ competitive tender
      ‐ non-competitive
      • Drafted:
      ‐ allocation of risks and responsibilities
      ‐ structure of contract
      ‐ key instructions
      ‐ legal factors
      ‐ business standing orders
      ‐ fair and prompt payment arrangements
      2. Ensure that the contract is negotiated and agreed
      • Obligations:
      ‐ insurances
      ‐ bonds
      ‐ warranties
      ‐ statutory
      ‐ financial guarantees
      ‐ competence of people
      ‐ deliverables
      • Contracts - type:
      ‐ standard
      ‐ non-standard
      • Amendments:
      ‐ allocation of risks and responsibilities
      ‐ structure of contract
      ‐ key instructions
      ‐ legal factors
      • Contract documents:
      ‐ invitation to tender
      ‐ forms of tender
      ‐ returns procedures
      ‐ specifications
      ‐ survey reports
      ‐ drawings and schedules
      ‐ bills of quantities/schedules of rates
      ‐ health and safety plans
      ‐ scope of services
      ‐ terms and conditions
      • Legal requirements:
      ‐ statutes
      ‐ regulations
      ‐ codes of practice and procedure
      ‐ common law
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    10. Ensure that work activities and resources meet project work requirements
      COSVR731 This standard is about interpreting information, analysing information to identify resource requirements, ensuring the work activities are planned to meet project work requirements and developing, preparing, monitoring and modifying programmes and schedules in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. identify major activities, determine the resources needed from the information available, prepare draft work programmes and schedules and record all the information
      2. evaluate, assess and record alternative methods, resources and systems and consider the outcomes in order to select the best solution to meet project requirements
      3. obtain clarification and advice from the following information sources where the resources required are not available
      • stakeholders
      • the workforce
      • technical and trade literature
      4. analyse the activities against project requirements giving consideration to at least four of the following external factors and record the outcomes
      • other lead programmes
      • supply lead times
      • contingencies
      • special working conditions
      • weather conditions
      • statutory limitations
      • site conditions
      • environmental considerations
      • customers
      5. determine how long each activity will take, identify and record the activities which influence each other and sequence them logically and realistically into a schedule so that they make the best use of the resources available
      6. ensure the production of detailed programmes and schedules of planned activities, including at least two of the following, which are consistent with the complexity of the project
      • programmes
      • network analysis
      • critical activities
      • action lists
      • resource schedules
      7. develop, record and implement a system to monitor the works programmes and schedules, analyse and record the results and make recommendations to improve production and planning
      8. identify and record circumstances that cause alterations to the works programmes and schedules, calculate cost and time benefits to ensure they will meet changed circumstances and record decision-maker’s endorsement of changes
      knowledge
      1. Draft work programmes and schedules
      • how to identify major activities
      • how to determine the resources required by analysing designs, contractual information, statutory consents, contractor’s pre planning information, conditions of contract, health, safety, welfare and environmental plans, risk assessments and method statements, programmes and schedules and sub contractor arrangements and attendance in relation to the following
      ‐ people
      ‐ plant, equipment and machinery
      ‐ materials and components
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ Information
      ‐ work area and facilities
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ utility providers
      • how to prepare the following draft programmes and schedules
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ network analysis
      ‐ critical activities
      ‐ action lists
      ‐ resources schedules
      • why it is important to prepare draft programmes and schedules
      2. Evaluate alternative methods
      • how to evaluate alternative methods and systems in relation to the following resources
      ‐ people
      ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
      ‐ materials and components
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ Information
      ‐ work area and facilities
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ utility providers
      • how to select the best solution to meet the following project requirements
      ‐ contract conditions
      ‐ contract programme stipulations
      ‐ statutory consent
      ‐ Building Control notification
      ‐ third-party obligations
      ‐ health and safety requirements
      3. Obtain clarification and advice
      • how to obtain clarification and advice from stakeholders, the workforce and technical and trade literature where the following resources are not available
      ‐ people
      ‐ plant, equipment and machinery
      ‐ materials and components
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ Information
      ‐ work area and facilities
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ utility providers
      4. Analyse activities
      • how to analyse method studies, work studies and production analysis activities against the following
      ‐ contract conditions
      ‐ contract programme stipulations
      ‐ statutory consent
      ‐ Building Control notification
      ‐ third-party obligations
      ‐ health and safety requirements
      • how to identify and consider the following possible external factors
      ‐ other related programmes
      ‐ supply lead times
      ‐ contingencies
      ‐ special working conditions
      ‐ weather conditions
      ‐ statutory limitations
      ‐ site conditions
      ‐ environmental considerations
      ‐ customers
      • how to analyse activities against external factors
      5. Identify and sequence activities
      • how to calculate the duration of activities for programmes and schedules
      • how to identify activities that influence each other
      • how to make best use of resources by sequencing activities logically and realistically
      6. Production of programmes and schedules
      • how to ensure the production of the following detailed programmes and schedules
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ network analysis
      ‐ critical activities
      ‐ action lists
      ‐ resources schedules
      • how to ensure detailed programmes and schedules of planned activities are consistent with the complexity of the project
      7. Develop a monitoring system
      • how to develop a system to monitor the following works programmes and schedules
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ network analysis
      ‐ critical activities
      ‐ action lists
      ‐ resources schedules
      • how to implement a system to monitor works programmes and schedules and use the results to improve production and planning
      8. Identify alterations
      • how to identify alterations to the following works programmes and schedules
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ network analysis
      ‐ critical activities
      ‐ action lists
      ‐ resources schedules
      • how to ensure alterations to works programmes and schedules will meet changed circumstances
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    11. Establish dimensional control criteria
      COSVR736 This standard is about ensuring the project dimensional control information is in accordance with specified accuracy criteria, ensuring project dimensional controls are regularly and appropriately checked for operational and post-completion requirements in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. collect, collate and analyse relevant pre-construction information, ensuring that it is up to date and accurate
      2. establish and record the relevant dimensional control information for the project
      3. ensure that variations in dimensional control are identified, recorded and notified to stakeholders
      4. establish a dimensional control monitoring system, which ensures dimensional controls are maintained
      5. ensure that measuring and recording equipment is calibrated and maintained to meet the specified accuracy criteria and the checks are recorded
      knowledge
      1. Obtain pre-construction information in relation to dimensional control
      • how to obtain relevant pre-construction information
      • how to check that pre-construction information is up to date and accurate
      • how to resolve problems with pre-construction information
      • why it is important to resolve problems with pre-construction information
      2. Correlate and interpret information
      • how to correlate and interpret information on project work which is relevant to the following dimensional control information
      ‐ lines
      ‐ levels
      ‐ angles
      ‐ distances
      ‐ radii
      ‐ positions
      ‐ setting out points
      • why it is important to correlate and interpret information on project work which is relevant to the following dimensional control information
      ‐ lines
      ‐ levels
      ‐ angles
      ‐ distances
      ‐ radii
      ‐ positions
      ‐ setting out points
      3. Identify variations
      • how to identify and record variations, relating to boundaries, levels and locations, between the specified and the actual project dimensions
      • why it is important to identify and record variations, relating to boundaries, levels and locations, between the specified and the actual project dimensions
      4. Establish a monitoring system
      • how to establish graphical, measured and instrumental monitoring systems for dimensional controls
      • why establishing graphical, measured and instrumental monitoring systems for dimensional controls is required
      • why it is important to record and store dimensional control information for future reference
      5. Maintain measuring and recording equipment
      • how to ensure mechanical, optical and electronic measuring and recording equipment are calibrated and maintained
      • why specific mechanical, optical and electronic measuring and recording equipment should be selected
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    12. Establish project procurement arrangements in construction management
      COSCSMO09 This standard is about the establishment of project procurementstrategies from inception to implementation by way of procurementmethods, their objectives and criteria. Project stakeholders and legaland contractual constraints are considered. You will need to demonstratehow you have brought the procurement strategy forward to implementation.
      duty
      1. Select and agree procurement strategies 1 identify and agree feasible and realistic procurement objectives and criteria 2 identify procurement methods which are capable of meeting the procurement objectives and evaluate them against selected criteria 3 select and recommend the most effective procurement methods which meet stakeholders' constraints and relevant legal and industry requirements 4 agree and record the selected procurement method and appropriate implementation procedures
      2. Establish project team arrangements 5 identify and confirm with the stakeholders, the type of project work and objectives for project team collaboration 6 form a selection panel of stakeholders to assess potential suppliers and services and identify selection criteria 7 provide information to potential suppliers and services and invite them to submit a statement of their capabilities 8 evaluate the potential suppliers and services using the selection criteria and agree a short-list 9 interview and hold discussions with the short-listed potential suppliers and services to assess their suitability, capability and commitment to the project and compliance with selection criteria 10 select and confirm the project suppliers and services with the stakeholders 11 negotiate agreements and contracts with project suppliers and services 12 conduct project team meetings to facilitate collaborative working and agree individual and mutual project objectives
      3. Recommend and agree a form of contract 13 identify clearly the stakeholders and the purpose of the contract 14 identify with the stakeholders significant criteria for selecting the form of contract 15 select and recommend a form of contract which is appropriate to the type of project work 16 give clear and accurate information and advice and provide stakeholders with the opportunities to comment and ask for clarification 17 agree a form of contract which is capable of being put into effect
      knowledge
      1. Select and agree procurement strategies 1 what to identify as feasible and realistic procurement objectives and criteria (understanding) 2 how and why to agree feasible and realistic procurement objectives and criteria (evaluation) 3 what to identify as procurement methods which are capable of meeting the procurement objectives (understanding) 4 how and why to evaluate procurement methods against selected criteria (evaluation) 5 how and why to select the most effective procurement methods which meets stakeholders' constraints and relevant legal and industry requirements (evaluation) 6 how and why to recommend the most effective procurement methods which meets stakeholders' constraints and relevant legal and industry requirements (synthesis) 7 how and why to agree the selected procurement methods and appropriate implementation procedures (evaluation) 8 how to record the selected procurement methods and appropriate implementation procedures (application)
      2. Establish project team arrangements 9 what to identify with the stakeholders as the type of project work and objectives for project team collaboration (understanding) 10 how to confirm with the stakeholders, the type of project work and objectives for project team collaboration (application) 11 how and why to form a selection panel of stakeholders to assess potential suppliers and services and identify selection criteria (synthesis) 12 how to provide information to potential suppliers and services and invite them to submit a statement of their capabilities (application) 13 how and why to evaluate the potential suppliers and services using the selection criteria (evaluation) 14 how and why to agree the short-list of potential suppliers and services (evaluation) 15 how and why to interview and hold discussions with the short-listed potential suppliers and services to assess their suitability, capability and commitment to the project and compliance with selection criteria (analysis) 16 how and why to select the project suppliers and services with the stakeholders (evaluation) 17 how to confirm the project suppliers and services with the stakeholders (application) 18 how and why to negotiate agreements and contracts with project suppliers and services (synthesis) 19 how to conduct project team meetings to facilitate collaborative working (application) 20 how and why to agree individual and mutual project objectives to facilitate collaborative working (evaluation)
      3. Recommend and agree a form of contract 21 what to identify as the stakeholders and the purpose of the contract (understanding) 22 what to identify with the stakeholders as the significant criteria for selecting the form of contract (understanding) 23 how and why to select a form of contract which is appropriate to the type of project work (evaluation) 24 how and why to recommend a form of contract which is appropriate to the type of project work (synthesis) 25 how to give clear and accurate information and advice (synthesis) 26 how to provide stakeholders with the opportunities to comment and ask for clarification (application) 27 how and why to agree a form of contract which is capable of being put into effect (evaluation)
      context
      1. Select and agree procurement strategies
      • Procurement objectives and criteria:
      ‐ type and form of contract
      ‐ definition and coverage of required project services
      ‐ alignment of interests and benefits
      ‐ early participation of key suppliers
      ‐ risk allocation
      ‐ integrated project insurance
      ‐ Building Information Modelling protocols
      ‐ economic, political and social context
      ‐ funding sources
      ‐ degree of commercial and financial risk
      ‐ agreed payment procedures
      ‐ whole life principles
      ‐ best overall value
      ‐ timescales/sequencing
      ‐ environmental benefits and sustainability
      ‐ community benefit
      • Procurement methods:
      ‐ managed forms of construction
      ‐ design and build
      ‐ traditional
      ‐ Public, Private Partnership
      ‐ prime contracting
      ‐ partnering
      ‐ advisory
      ‐ sole source/single negotiations
      ‐ competitive tendering
      ‐ early contractor involvement
      ‐ service level agreement
      • Legal and industry requirements:
      ‐ common law
      ‐ contract law
      ‐ EU directives on procurement
      ‐ codes of practice and procedures
      • Implementation procedures:
      ‐ tendering process
      ‐ tender evaluation
      ‐ award recommendation
      ‐ contract award
      2. Establish project team arrangements
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ the client
      ‐ the client’s financial advisers
      ‐ CDM coordinator or recognised body under the CDM code of practice
      ‐ design consultants
      ‐ potential contractors
      ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ facilities/asset managers
      ‐ potential investors
      ‐ funding agencies
      ‐ independent client adviser
      ‐ user groups
      • Type of project work:
      ‐ design
      ‐ construction
      ‐ services
      ‐ supply
      ‐ operate and maintain
      ‐ management
      ‐ decommissioning
      • Objectives:
      ‐ business case for integration
      ‐ commitment to multi-discipline partnering (whole supply chain)
      ‐ minimum on-site construction period
      ‐ certainty of completion
      ‐ minimum whole life cost
      ‐ sustainable solution
      ‐ agreed maximum cost
      ‐ zero defects
      ‐ respect for people (including health, safety, welfare and the environment)
      ‐ agree quality
      ‐ working to budget
      ‐ effective work scheduling
      ‐ Building Information Modelling
      ‐ adoption of industry guidance and benchmarking
      ‐ sharing knowledge and information
      • Selection criteria:
      ‐ cost
      ‐ quality
      ‐ time
      ‐ organisational experience
      ‐ performance measurement
      ‐ health, safety and welfare record
      ‐ environmental record
      ‐ staff competence and development
      ‐ commitment to integration/partnering
      ‐ commitment to Building Information Modelling
      ‐ social inclusivity record
      • Information:
      ‐ administration details
      ‐ scope of work
      ‐ budget
      ‐ information required from partners
      ‐ selection criteria and weightings
      • Capability:
      ‐ information modelling
      ‐ organisational experience
      ‐ performance measurement
      ‐ health, safety and welfare record
      ‐ environmental record
      ‐ staff competence and development
      ‐ commitment to integration/partnering
      ‐ commitment to BIM capability
      ‐ availability of appropriate resources
      3. Recommend and agree a form of contract
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ the client
      ‐ the client’s financial advisers
      ‐ CDM coordinator or recognised body under CDM code of practice
      ‐ design consultants
      ‐ potential contractors
      ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ facilities/asset managers
      ‐ potential investors
      ‐ funding agencies
      ‐ independent client adviser
      ‐ user groups
      • Criteria for selecting:
      ‐ client’s needs and requirements
      ‐ form of procurement
      ‐ degree of risk
      ‐ technical complexity
      ‐ project partnering
      ‐ sector practice
      • Form of contract:
      ‐ standard
      ‐ non standard
      • Type of project work:
      ‐ design
      ‐ construction
      ‐ services
      ‐ management
      ‐ operate and maintenance
      ‐ decommissioning
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    13. Establish, control and monitor environmental factors and sustainability
      COSVR727 This standard is about identifying considerations for environmental management and methods that will support sustainability, delegating responsibilities and encouraging a culture of environmental awareness and support for sustainability. Monitoring environmental factors and sustainability requirements as the project progresses in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. identify the environmental management considerations
      2. examine project data, and establish and record methods of work that will support sustainability
      3. promote a culture of environmental awareness and support for sustainability in the workforce
      4. examine and record the policies adopted for environmental management and sustainability
      5. delegate and record the assigned duties for environmental management and monitoring of sustainable work methods
      6. monitor project work against at least four of the following environmental factors and take appropriate action to ensure organisational requirements are met
      • appearance
      • ecological
      • natural conservation
      • historical conservation
      • statutory nuisances
      • emissions to air, land and water
      • movement of project people, resources and vehicles
      • waste management
      • responsible contractor
      • contaminated land
      • invasive species
      7. monitor project work against at least four of the following sustainability requirements and take appropriate action to ensure organisational requirements are met in respect of:
      • reuse and recycled materials and resources
      • corporate social responsibility (CSR) and social value
      • wellbeing
      • innovation, legislation, technologies and skills
      • procurement of sustainable materials and resources
      • use and storage of materials and resources
      • energy use, environmental emissions
      8. identify positive performance in environmental management and sustainable methods of work and make recommendations to at least three of the following stakeholders:
      • the client, customer or their representative
      • contractors
      • consultants
      • sub-contractors
      • suppliers
      • workforce
      • internal management
      knowledge
      1. Environmental management
      • how to examine the following project data to identify needs for environmental management and to establish methods of work that will support sustainability
      ‐ conditions of contract
      ‐ bills of quantities or methods of measurement
      ‐ specifications
      ‐ drawings
      ‐ health, safety and environmental plans
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ organisational requirements
      ‐ instructions and variations
      • why it is important to identify environmental management needs and the following sustainable work methods
      ‐ appearance
      ‐ ecological
      ‐ natural conservation
      ‐ historical conservation
      ‐ statutory nuisances
      ‐ emissions to air, land and water
      ‐ movement of project people, resources and vehicles
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ responsible contractor
      ‐ contaminated land
      ‐ invasive species
      2. Sustainable work methods
      • how to examine project data, and establish and record methods of work that will support sustainability
      • why it is important to examine project data, and establish and record methods of work that will support sustainability
      3. Promote and support
      • how to promote a culture of environmental awareness and support for sustainability in the workforce in relation to the following
      ‐ built to last
      ‐ integration with surroundings
      ‐ movement of project people, resources and vehicles
      ‐ meeting stakeholders’ needs
      ‐ energy efficiency
      ‐ efficient building services systems
      ‐ use of materials and resources
      ‐ waste recycling
      ‐ use of recycled materials
      ‐ responsible procurement
      ‐ biodiversity
      ‐ renewables
      ‐ water use and discharge
      ‐ archaeological and historical requirements
      • why it is important to promote a culture of environmental awareness and support for sustainability in the workforce
      4. Adopted Policies
      • how to examine and record the policies adopted for environmental management and sustainability
      • why it is important to examine and record the policies adopted for environmental management and sustainability
      5. Delegation
      • how to delegate duties for environmental management
      • how to delegate duties for monitoring the following sustainable work methods
      ‐ reuse and recycled materials and resources
      ‐ sustainable materials
      ‐ corporate social responsibility (CSR) and social value
      ‐ wellbeing
      ‐ innovation, legislation, technologies and skills
      ‐ procurement of materials and resources
      ‐ use and storage of materials and resources
      ‐ economic
      6. environmental factors
      • how to assess the significance of the following environmental factors as they affect the project and take appropriate action
      ‐ appearance
      ‐ ecological
      ‐ natural conservation
      ‐ historical conservation
      ‐ statutory nuisances
      ‐ emissions, air, land and water
      ‐ movement of project people, resources and vehicles
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ responsible contractor
      ‐ contaminated land
      ‐ invasive species
      7. Monitor sustainability
      • how to monitor project work against sustainability requirements and take appropriate action and comply with organisational requirements in relation to
      ‐ built to last
      ‐ integration with surroundings
      ‐ movement of project people, resources and vehicles
      ‐ meeting stakeholders’ needs
      ‐ energy efficiency
      ‐ efficient building services systems
      ‐ use of materials and resources
      ‐ waste recycling
      ‐ use of recycled materials
      ‐ responsible procurement
      ‐ biodiversity
      ‐ renewables
      ‐ water use and discharge
      ‐ archaeological and historical requirements
      8. Record positive performance
      • how to record positive performance in environmental management according to project and organisational requirements
      • how to make recommendations of positive performance to the following stakeholders
      ‐ the client, customer or their representative
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ workforce
      ‐ internal management
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    14. Establish, implement and maintain organisational systems for managing health, safety, welfare and wellbeing
      COSVR726 This standard is about establishing, implementing and maintaining a culture of health, safety, welfare and wellbeing. To ensure personnel undertake their responsibilities through planning, managing and monitoring; developing, implementing and reviewing the site in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements. Ensuring hazards are identified and where necessary, risk assessments completed.
      duty
      1. establish a culture of health, safety, welfare and wellbeing on site by carrying out the following
      • communicate with and involve the workforce
      • provide opportunities for development or training
      • lead by example
      • implement a proactive reporting process
      • identify and implement agreed ways to improve health, safety, welfare and wellbeing
      2. delegate specific health, safety, welfare and wellbeing responsibilities
      • assign responsibilities that are defined, documented and communicated and which adhere to current organisational requirements
      • carry out and monitor site inductions to ensure people have been informed of their responsibilities
      3. ensure accurate and appropriate notices and hazard warnings that conform to current organisational requirements are maintained and observed
      • carry out regular inspections to ensure conformity
      • ensure maintenance is carried out regularly and documented
      • check that people have been trained to recognise and understand the different types of notices and warnings
      4. ensure health, safety and welfare equipment and resources are available and sufficient to meet current organisational requirements
      • monitor and allocate health, safety and welfare equipment and resources
      • implement a recording system to confirm that the health and safety control equipment is appropriate for the work being carried out
      • implement maintenance checks on health, safety and welfare equipment and resources
      5. implement systems which meet current organisational requirements to identify hazards, reduce risks and maintain the health, safety, welfare and wellbeing of people including the following
      • identify the hazards and their consequences
      • analyse hazards and identify risks
      • consolidate and prioritise risks
      • implement monitoring systems and regularly evaluate to improve health, safety, welfare and wellbeing
      • implement appropriate measures to manage risks at source
      6. ensure hazards are assessed to identify the residual risks, apply the principles of prevention to reduce the risks and provide information to the appropriate people
      • record identified residual risks and maintain a reporting system to disseminate information
      • identify measures which can control the risks to health and safety
      • implement organisational prevention policy which covers health, safety, welfare and wellbeing relating to the working environment
      7. monitor health, safety, welfare and wellbeing systems regularly for compliance with current organisational requirements
      • ensure health, safety, welfare and wellbeing organisational requirements are current and actioned
      • collect and record workplace health, safety, welfare and wellbeing systems data
      • contribute to reports which demonstrate compliance with the organisational policies
      knowledge
      1. Establish and improve
      • the different methods of communication required to establish a culture of health, safety, welfare and wellbeing with the following
      ‐ the workforce
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ clients
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ visitors
      ‐ the public
      • the principles of leading by example
      • how to implement a proactive reporting process to provide the workforce the opportunity to influence the health, safety, welfare and wellbeing culture on site
      • how to identify opportunities to improve health, safety, welfare and wellbeing, make appropriate recommendations and implement agreed modifications
      • the importance of wellbeing in the workplace
      2. Inform people
      • how to identify and delegate the specific responsibilities for health, safety, welfare and wellbeing to, including but not limited to:
      ‐ supervisors
      ‐ safety officers
      ‐ first aiders
      ‐ fire marshals
      • how to carry out site inductions, using various communication methods, which are specific to the site and which provide information including but not limited to:
      ‐ health and safety responsibilities
      ‐ health, safety and welfare equipment and resources
      ‐ risk control procedures
      ‐ first aid arrangements
      ‐ emergency plans
      ‐ evacuation plans
      ‐ traffic management
      ‐ Hazards
      ‐ fire procedures
      • how to monitor and maintain records of inductions to ensure they consistently inform the following of their health, safety and welfare responsibilities, including but not limited to:
      ‐ the workforce
      ‐ supervisors
      ‐ safety officers
      ‐ first aiders and fire marshals
      3. Notices
      • how to ensure the following notices and hazard warnings comply with construction specific health, safety and welfare regulations, general health, safety and welfare legislation and organisational policies and procedures:
      ‐ prescribed notices
      ‐ statutory certification notifications
      ‐ site safety signs
      ‐ Information
      • how to maintain accurate and appropriate signs, notices and hazard warnings, ensuring they are sufficient to cover all requirements, their distribution and position is correct, and they are being effective for the workforce, visitors and the public
      • why it is important to ensure accurate and appropriate notices are maintained
      4. Equipment and resources
      • how to ensure the following health, safety and welfare equipment and resources are available and sufficient for the project, including but not limited to:
      ‐ protective clothing
      ‐ protective equipment
      ‐ first aid facilities and arrangements
      ‐ welfare facilities
      ‐ storage and security of materials and equipment
      ‐ accident and incident reporting
      ‐ firefighting equipment
      ‐ provision of health, safety and welfare training
      • how to ensure health, safety and welfare equipment and resources comply with current organisational policies and procedures
      5. Implement systems
      • how to implement hazard identification, risk assessment, prevention and protection management systems which meet current organisational policies and procedures for identifying and reducing risks
      • how to implement management systems for reporting and recording accidents, emergencies and near misses
      • how to maintain the welfare of the following in accordance with current organisational policies and procedures:
      ‐ workforce
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ visitors
      ‐ the public
      6. Hazard identification and risk assessment
      • how to ensure health, safety and environmental hazards which have the potential to cause harm are identified
      • how to obtain additional information about hazards by communicating with the following:
      ‐ clients
      ‐ designers
      ‐ workforce
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ consultants
      • the effects of occupational health hazards
      • how to identify and record any residual risks and implement contingencies to manage the potential implications
      • how to apply the principles of prevention to eliminate and control risks at source, to manage risks and hazards, to attain a collective protection approach and to monitor the use of health and safety control equipment
      • how to review risks and communicate information to the following
      ‐ workforce
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ visitors
      ‐ the public
      7. Monitor for compliance
      • how to monitor health, safety, and welfare and wellbeing systems regularly to ensure compliance with current organisational policies and procedures
      • why it is important to monitor health, safety, and welfare and wellbeing systems regularly
      suite
      Construction Site Management
    15. Evaluate and confirm work methods
      COSVR728 This standard is about evaluating and confirming information, identifying safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work methods. Identifying how materials and resources will be used and preparing, producing and agreeing method statements and/or risk assessments in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. evaluate and record at least five of the following project data sources in order to identify work methods
      • conditions of contract
      • bills of quantities or methods of measurement
      • specifications and/or schedules of work
      • drawings
      • health, safety and environmental plans
      • organisational requirements
      • instructions and variations
      • information on materials
      • programmes
      • survey reports
      • design data
      • statutory consents
      • sub-contractor arrangements and attendance
      • method statements and/or risk assessments
      • safe systems of work
      2. obtain and record additional information from at least two of the following sources in cases where the available project data is insufficient
      • stakeholders
      • regulatory authorities
      • technical and trade guidance
      3. identify and record the work methods which will make the best use of resources and materials and which meet project and current organisational requirements from at least two of the following information sources:
      • current organisational requirements, codes of practice and official guidance
      • investigative research
      • technical and trade guidance
      • building regulations and/or standards
      • surveys and reports
      4. evaluate and record identified work methods against at least six of the following technical, environmental and project criteria and select the most suitable
      • materials performance and availability
      • health, safety, welfare and wellbeing
      • fire safety
      • access
      • plant, equipment or machinery performance and availability
      • resources
      • traffic management
      • environmental issues
      • cost benefits
      • current organisational requirements, codes of practice and official guidance
      • stakeholders needs
      • contract requirements in terms of time and quantity
      • waste management
      • sustainability
      5. ensure method statements and risk assessments are current, accurate, agreed and acceptable to all stakeholders
      6. recommend the chosen work method to at least two of the following stakeholders and record the outcomes
      • the client, customer or their representative
      • contractors
      • consultants
      • designers
      • sub-contractors
      • suppliers
      • workforce
      • internal management
      knowledge
      1. Evaluate data
      • how to evaluate the following project data sources:
      ‐ conditions of contract
      ‐ bills of quantities or methods of measurement
      ‐ specifications and/or schedules of work
      ‐ drawings
      ‐ health, safety and environmental plans
      ‐ organisational requirements
      ‐ instructions and variations
      ‐ information on materials
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ survey reports
      ‐ design data
      ‐ statutory consents
      ‐ sub-contractor arrangements and attendance
      ‐ method statement and risk assessments
      ‐ safe systems of work
      • how to identify construction work methods from the evaluation of project data
      • why it is important to evaluate available project data
      2. Obtain additional information
      • how to obtain additional information in cases where the available project data is insufficient from the following:
      ‐ stakeholders
      ‐ regulatory authorities
      ‐ technical and trade guidance
      3. Identify work methods
      • how to identify work methods from evaluating organisational requirements, including but not limited to: investigative research, technical and trade guidance, codes of practice and official guidance which will make the best use of resources and materials in relation to:
      ‐ sequencing and integration
      ‐ organisation of resources
      ‐ Techniques
      ‐ use of temporary works
      ‐ modern methods of construction
      ‐ preparatory systems
      ‐ adoption of new materials
      ‐ application of new skills
      • how to identify work methods which meet the project and current organisational requirements
      4. Evaluate and select work methods
      • how to evaluate the identified work methods against the following relevant technical, environmental and project criteria to select the best method in relation to:
      ‐ materials performance and availability
      ‐ health, safety, welfare and wellbeing
      ‐ fire safety
      ‐ access
      ‐ plant, equipment or machinery performance and availability
      ‐ Resources
      ‐ traffic management
      ‐ environmental issues
      ‐ cost benefits
      ‐ current organisational requirements, codes of practice and official guidance
      ‐ stakeholder needs
      ‐ contract requirements in terms of time and quantity
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ sustainability
      5. Confirm method statements
      • how to ensure the method statement and risk assessments derived from the selected work methods are current, accurate, agreed and acceptable to all stakeholders
      • why it is important to ensure the selected work methods, method statement and risk assessments are acceptable to all stakeholders
      6. Recommend work methods
      • how to recommend and present work methods to stakeholders
      • the potential risks of works impacting on the cultural significance of the historic environment
      • the specific requirements for buildings and structures of traditional (pre-1919) construction or of architectural, historical or archaeological significance
      suite
      1. Construction Site Management
      2. Controlling Lifting Operations (Construction)
    16. Evaluate and progress the resolution of contractual disputes in construction management
      COSCSMO17 This standard is about having the experience and ability to assess the background and basis of a contractual dispute. In this process you will need to identify the strengths and weaknesses of the case being made.
      duty
      1. Evaluate potential implications for the resolution of disputes 1 evaluate all the information which is relevant to the dispute, identify information which will support the case and summarise and justify it in a reasoned argument 2 assess the strengths and weaknesses of the case and make a judgement about the potential outcomes 3 identify what expertise and support will be needed at different stages of the dispute 4 consult with experts, and provide them with a clear, valid and accurate summary, in cases where expert interpretation and judgement is required 5 assess the arguments and the advice received from experts, produce justifiable conclusions and recommendations for further action and pass these to the parties involved in the dispute 6 assess the implications of proceeding with the case 7 identify potential options for settling the dispute which are based on relevant information and accurate assessments 8 identify potential responses to the options for settling the dispute and assess the risk involved 9 recommend a process for settling the dispute which is likely to be most acceptable to all the parties involved and which meets legal requirements 10 specify, clearly, the process for settling the dispute which has been agreed and prepare written terms and conditions
      2. Negotiate and progress the resolution of disputes 11 prepare documents about the dispute which have a clear rationale, and which include valid supporting information 12 keep regular contact with the parties involved in the dispute and investigate and propose options and processes for settling the dispute, which are likely to be acceptable to them 13 review reactions and proposals from opposite parties and recommend a response 14 ask questions to test the consistency and resilience of the opposite parties' position and to probe for possible movement 15 summarise and record points of agreement and disagreement 16 recommend acceptance of offers which are judged to be the best available 17 draft formal acceptance letters accurately and in a suitable style, and send them promptly to all parties 18 suggest realistic options and processes for settling the dispute when offers are not acceptable and assess the advantages and disadvantages of each alternative
      knowledge
      1. Evaluate potential implications for the resolution of disputes 1 how and why to evaluate all the information which is relevant to the dispute (evaluation) 2 what to identify as information which will support the case (understanding) 3 how to summarise information which will support the case (application) 4 how and why to justify information which will support the case in a reasoned argument (evaluation) 5 how and why to assess the strengths and weaknesses of the case and make a judgement about the potential outcomes (analysis) 6 what to identify as the expertise and support which will be needed at different stages of the dispute (understanding) 7 how to consult with experts in cases where expert interpretation and judgement is required (application) 8 how and why to provide experts with a clear, valid and accurate summary (synthesis) 9 how and why to assess the arguments and the advice received from experts (analysis) 10 how to produce justifiable conclusions and recommendations for further action (application) 11 how to pass justifiable conclusions and recommendations to the parties involved in the dispute (application) 12 how and why to assess the implications of proceeding with the case (analysis) 13 what to identify as potential options for settling the dispute which are based on relevant information and accurate assessments (understanding) 14 what to identify as potential responses to the options for settling the dispute (understanding) 15 how and why to assess the risk involved in the potential responses to the options for settling the dispute (analysis) 16 how and why to recommend a process for settling the dispute which is likely to be most acceptable to all the parties involved and which meets legal requirements (synthesis) 17 how and why to specify, clearly, the process for settling the dispute which has been agreed (synthesis) 18 how to prepare written terms and conditions for settling the dispute (application)
      2. Negotiate and progress the resolution of disputes 19 how to prepare documents about the dispute which have a clear rationale, and which include valid supporting information (application) 20 how to keep regular contact with the parties involved in the dispute (application) 21 how and why to investigate options and processes for settling the dispute, which are likely to be acceptable to the parties involved in the dispute (analysis) 22 how and why to propose options and processes for settling the dispute, which are likely to be acceptable to the parties involved in the dispute (synthesis) 23 how and why to review reactions and proposals from opposite parties (analysis) 24 how and why to recommend a response to opposite parties (synthesis) 25 how to ask questions to test the consistency and resilience of the opposite parties' position (application) 26 how and why to probe for possible movement in the opposite parties' position (analysis) 27 how to summarise and record points of agreement and disagreement (application) 28 how and why to recommend acceptance of offers which are judged to be the best available (synthesis) 29 how and why to draft formal acceptance letters accurately and in a suitable style, and send them promptly to all parties (synthesis) 30 how and why to suggest realistic options and processes for settling the dispute when offers are not acceptable (synthesis) 31 how and why to assess the advantages and disadvantages of each of the alternative options and processes for settling the dispute (analysis)
      context
      1. Evaluate potential implications for the resolution of disputes
      • Dispute - types:
      ‐ land
      ‐ property
      ‐ construction
      ‐ contracts
      ‐ agreements
      ‐ third party claims
      • Information which is relevant to the dispute:
      ‐ contract documents
      ‐ correspondence
      ‐ instructions
      ‐ contract records
      ‐ technical reports
      ‐ witness testimony
      ‐ other evidential material
      ‐ expert opinion
      • Expertise and support in:
      ‐ legal
      ‐ technical
      ‐ financial
      • Options and processes for settling the dispute:
      ‐ re-negotiation
      ‐ negotiations at higher levels of authority
      ‐ mediation, adjudication and arbitration
      ‐ formal dispute resolution
      ‐ legal action
      2. Negotiate and progress the resolution of disputes
      • Dispute - types:
      ‐ land
      ‐ property
      ‐ construction
      ‐ contracts
      ‐ agreements
      ‐ third party claims
      • Options and processes for settling the dispute:
      ‐ re-negotiation
      ‐ negotiations at higher levels of authority
      ‐ mediation, adjudication and arbitration
      ‐ formal dispute resolution
      ‐ legal action
      • Reactions and proposals:
      ‐ positive
      ‐ negative
      • Responses:
      ‐ accepting
      ‐ rejecting
      ‐ clarifying
      ‐ providing additional information
      suite
      Construction Senior Management
    17. Evaluate feedback and make recommendations
      COSVR739 This standard is about obtaining feedback information from operational activities, investigating and evaluating feedback information and recommending improvements in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. implement systems for the collection of feedback from at least six of the following sources
      • general public
      • workforce
      • suppliers
      • customers
      • colleagues
      • social media
      • regulators
      • auditors
      • client appointees
      • designers
      2. ensure feedback from five of the following methods or sources is obtained, investigated, recorded and analysed
      • project correspondence
      • site tests and inspections
      • scientific research and data
      • performance in use
      • meetings
      • questionnaires
      • audits and reports
      • site monitoring
      • consultations
      3. evaluate the feedback received and justify the recommendations to stakeholders
      4. summarise and record recommendations from feedback analysis and promote for adoption and use
      5. evaluate feedback systems to ensure recommendations have been implemented and are effective
      knowledge
      1. Implement systems for the collection of feedback
      • how to implement systems to collect feedback from the following sources
      ‐ general public
      ‐ workforce
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ customers
      ‐ colleagues
      ‐ social media
      ‐ regulators
      ‐ auditors
      ‐ client appointees
      ‐ designers
      • how to encourage the collection of feedback from sources
      • why it is important to encourage the collection of feedback from sources
      2. Obtain, investigate and assess feedback
      • how to ensure feedback from the following stakeholders is obtained using the following methods
      3. stakeholders
      • general public
      ‐ workforce
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ customers
      ‐ colleagues
      ‐ social media
      ‐ regulators
      ‐ auditors
      ‐ client appointees
      ‐ designers
      4. Methods
      • project correspondence
      ‐ site tests and inspections
      ‐ scientific research and data
      ‐ performance in use
      ‐ meetings
      ‐ questionnaires
      ‐ audits and reports
      ‐ site monitoring
      ‐ consultations
      • how to investigate and assess feedback from stakeholders
      • why it is important to investigate and assess feedback from stakeholders
      5. Evaluate feedback and justify recommendations
      • how to evaluate feedback received and make recommendations
      • how to justify recommendations to stakeholders based on feedback
      • why it is important to make and justify recommendations based on feedback to stakeholders
      6. Summarise and promote recommendations
      • how to summarise changes and recommendations based on feedback received
      • how to promote the adoption of changes and recommendations based on feedback
      7. Evaluate feedback systems
      • how to evaluate feedback systems to ensure recommendations have been implemented and are effective
      • why it is important to evaluate feedback systems
      suite
      Construction Site Management
    18. Evaluate sustainable resources and requirements for the whole life cycle of a construction project
      COSCSMO08 This standard is about assessing and quantifying the whole life cost and low carbon cost implications for the project. You will need to review them against the project criteria and energy goals and priorities and select the most viable options.
      duty
      1. Evaluate project whole life and low carbon costs 1 confirm energy goals and priorities for the project, both currently and in the future 2 confirm assumptions about cost elements, alternative designs, construction, services, financing and use options for the project stage with stakeholders 3 review and present the potential whole life costs and low carbon cost of the project from available design and development information 4 assess and quantify the whole life costs and low carbon cost implications for the project taking into account the views of experts and project stakeholders 5 review the whole life costs and low carbon costs against the project criteria and energy goals and priorities 6 summarise and present clearly and accurately the whole life costs and low carbon costs 7 discuss the whole life costs and low carbon costs with stakeholders and select and agree the most viable options
      2. Assess and provide for the conservation of energy use 8 review legislative requirements in order to identify the energy use and control criteria relevant to the type of property and systems 9 ensure that the information on the property and systems necessary to assess energy use is gathered and recorded 10 ensure that solutions which meet the criteria for the type of property and systems are reviewed, calculated and specified 11 prescribe commissioning procedures and certification necessary for property and systems 12 identify and define any consequent improvements that may be required to meet energy use and control criteria relevant to the type of property and systems 13 provide operating and maintenance instructions to users to enable property and systems to be operated in an energy efficient manner
      knowledge
      1. Evaluate project whole life and low carbon costs 1 how to confirm energy goals and priorities for the project, both currently and in the future (application) 2 how to confirm assumptions about cost elements, alternative designs, construction, services, financing and use options for the project stage with stakeholders (application) 3 how and why to review the potential whole life costs and low carbon costs of the project from available design and development information (analysis) 4 how to present the potential whole life costs and low carbon costs of the project from available design and development information (application) 5 how and why to assess and quantify the whole life costs and low carbon costs implications for the project taking into account the views of experts and project stakeholders (analysis) 6 how and why to review the whole life costs and low carbon costs against the project criteria and energy goals and priorities (analysis) 7 how to summarise the whole life costs and low carbon costs (application) 8 how to present the whole life costs and low carbon costs (application) 9 how and why to discuss the whole life costs and low carbon costs with stakeholders (synthesis) 10 how and why to select the most viable options (evaluation) 11 how and why to agree the most viable options (evaluation
      2. Assess and provide for the conservation of energy use 12 how and why to review legislative requirements in order to identify the energy use and control criteria relevant to the type of property and systems (analysis) 13 how to ensure that the information on the property and systems necessary to assess energy use is gathered and recorded (application) 14 how to ensure that solutions which meet the criteria for the type of property and systems are reviewed, calculated and specified (application) 15 how and why to prescribe commissioning procedures and certification necessary for property and systems (evaluation) 16 what to identify as consequent improvements that may be required to meet energy use and control criteria relevant to the type of property and systems (understanding) 17 how and why to define any consequent improvements that may be required to meet energy use and control criteria relevant to the type of property and systems (evaluation) 18 how to provide operating and maintenance instructions to users to enable property and systems to be operated in an energy efficient manner (application)
      context
      1. Evaluate project whole life and low carbon costs
      • Energy goals and priorities:
      ‐ energy sources and infrastructure
      ‐ energy consumption
      ‐ low carbon targets
      ‐ use of renewable resources
      ‐ use of non-renewable resources
      ‐ energy reduction programmes
      ‐ heat recovery and re-use energy efficient technologies
      ‐ energy efficient practices
      • Project Stage:
      ‐ Stage 0 (Strategy)
      ‐ Stage 1 (Brief)
      ‐ Stage 2 (Concept)
      ‐ Stage 3 (Definition)
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ the client
      ‐ financial advisers
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ potential contractors
      ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ potential investors
      ‐ partners in the development programme
      ‐ facilities/asset managers
      • Whole life costs and low carbon cost:
      ‐ energy sources and infrastructure
      ‐ design stage
      ‐ materials and components (including embodied energy)
      ‐ construction and installation
      ‐ energy use
      ‐ grey water usage
      ‐ operations/maintenance
      ‐ adaptation/demolition/decommissioning
      • Assess and quantify:
      ‐ cost benefit analysis
      ‐ whole life
      ‐ life cycle costing
      ‐ lifetime impact modelling
      ‐ in-use asset performance
      ‐ carbon accounting
      ‐ value management feasibility studies
      ‐ elemental cost planning
      ‐ risk management
      ‐ cost effective out-performance of statutory requirements
      ‐ decision tools for passive/active systems
      ‐ model costs of alternative designs
      • Present:
      ‐ orally
      ‐ in writing
      ‐ graphically
      ‐ electronically
      ‐ simulation
      2. Assess and provide for the conservation of energy use
      • Criteria:
      ‐ carbon dioxide emissions
      ‐ efficiency of construction
      ‐ efficiency of building services and installation
      ‐ u values
      ‐ continuity of insulation
      ‐ air leakage
      • Property and systems:
      ‐ new development
      ‐ existing development
      • Information:
      ‐ building type
      ‐ building size and capacity
      ‐ current energy usage
      ‐ building fabric
      ‐ building heating, lighting and ventilation
      • Gathered and recorded:
      ‐ design proposals
      ‐ measured survey
      ‐ condition survey
      ‐ energy measurement and assessment tools
      suite
      Construction Senior Management
    19. Identify, allocate and plan the deployment and use of plant, equipment or machinery
      COSVR732 This standard is about identifying, allocating and planning the deployment and use of plant, equipment or machinery for operational requirements, and providing opportunities for improvements in the use of plant, equipment or machinery to be suggested in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. ensure and record that the specification of the selected plant, equipment or machinery meets the needs of the project before deployment
      2. confirm and record that pre-use and operative checks have been carried out to ensure that the plant, equipment or machinery to be deployed complies with current legislation and will be set up, operated and maintained by competent people
      3. implement and use a system to update the deployment and allocation of plant, equipment or machinery and operators, as the project progresses or changes occur and make recommendations on the use of alternative types of plant, equipment or machinery to decision-makers
      4. identify hazards, assess, and mitigate risks arising from the use of plant, equipment or machinery to protect the workforce, sub-contractors, suppliers, consultants, occupants, visitors, the general public, and the environment by the application of information relating to at least three of the following
      • methods of work
      • risk assessment
      • safe use and storage of tools
      • safe use and storage of materials
      • traffic management
      5. ensure that plant, equipment or machinery operations are planned, appropriately supervised and conducted in accordance with current legislation by analysing the following
      • safe systems of work written or approved for plant, equipment or machinery operations
      • roles and responsibilities allocated to plant, equipment or machinery supervisors, operators and users
      • information passed to operators, users and supervisors
      6. ensure that the suitable storage, servicing and maintenance of plant, equipment or machinery has been arranged and meets organisational requirements by analysing the following
      • arrangements for the storage of plant, equipment or machinery
      • checks made for serviceability and maintenance of plant, equipment or machinery as appropriate to organisational requirements
      7. identify and record the competency requirements for supervisors, operators and users of plant, equipment or machinery that will or could support the project or future projects in relation to organisational requirements
      8. promote and record opportunities to suggest improvements in plant operations provided to at least four of the following
      • supervisors
      • operators
      • users
      • the workforce
      • members of the public
      • stakeholders
      • clients and other duty holders
      • visitors
      • supply chain
      9. ensure that plant, equipment or machinery which is no longer needed is returned or removed and records are maintained
      knowledge
      1. specification
      • how to ensure the specification of the following plant, equipment or machinery meets the needs of the project before deployment
      ‐ static
      ‐ mobile
      ‐ accessories
      ‐ consumables
      ‐ health and safety equipment
      ‐ specialised hand tools
      ‐ standard plant, equipment or machinery
      ‐ non-standard plant, equipment or machinery
      • why it is important to ensure the specification meets the needs of the project
      2. Compliance with current legislation
      • how to ensure plant, equipment or machinery complies with current organisational requirements
      • how to check the competence of those that will set up, operate or maintain plant, equipment or machinery
      • why it is important to ensure compliance and check competence
      3. System implementation
      • how to implement a system that will update the deployment and allocation of plant, equipment or machinery as the project progresses and changes occur
      • how to recommend alternative plant, equipment or machinery to decision-makers
      • why a system to update the deployment and allocation of plant, equipment or machinery is required
      4. Identify hazards and assess risks
      • how to identify hazards and assess risks arising from the use of plant, equipment or machinery
      • how to mitigate risks by implementing measures that protect the workforce, sub-contractors, suppliers, consultants, occupants, visitors, the general public, and the environment by the application of the following information
      ‐ methods of work
      ‐ risk assessment
      ‐ safe use and storage of tools
      ‐ safe use and storage of materials
      ‐ traffic management
      5. Planning, supervision and use
      • how to ensure plant, equipment or machinery operations are supervised and conducted in accordance with organisational requirements
      • how to ensure adequate safe systems of work are in place for the use of plant, equipment or machinery
      • how to maintain records for the competence of supervisors, and operators
      • how to inform relevant persons about the use of plant, equipment or machinery in relation to organisational requirements.
      6. Storage, service and maintenance
      • how to confirm plant, equipment or machinery is stored, serviced, maintained, examined and inspected in accordance with organisational requirements
      • why it is important to ensure plant, equipment or machinery is stored, serviced, maintained, examined and inspected in accordance with organisational requirements
      7. Competency
      • how to identify the competency requirements for supervisors and operators of plant, equipment or machinery according to organisational requirements
      • how to compare identified competency needs with the needs of the project and future projects
      • how to determine if a person meets the competency requirements of their project role
      • how to arrange development for supervisors and operators of plant, equipment or machinery according to organisational requirements
      8. Suggestions for improvements
      • how to promote and record opportunities to suggest improvements in plant operations
      • why it is important to promote and record opportunities to suggest improvements in plant operations
      9. Return or remove
      • how to return or remove plant, equipment or machinery which is no longer needed
      • why it is important to return or remove plant, equipment or machinery which is no longer needed
      suite
      1. Construction Site Management
      2. Controlling Lifting Operations (Construction)
      3. Senior Crafts (Construction)
    20. Implement procurement processes in construction management
      COSCSMO11 This standard is about implementing an appropriate procurement strategy and shortlisting and selecting appropriate tenderers. It is also the about the review and amendment of tender documents and ensuring that addendums are issued.
      duty
      1. Evaluate pre-qualification of tenderers 1 implement an appropriate type of procurement strategy which aligns with legal and statutory requirements and decide which potential tenderers could meet the contract conditions 2 decide which potential tenderers could meet the contract specification to fulfil the selected type of procurement process 3 decide how many tenderers to invite, taking into account the value and size of the contract 4 send enquiries to potential tenderers, in accordance with regulatory requirements, requiring them to provide evidence about their experience and capability 5 choose selection criteria which are suitable to weight and rate performance for the type of work described in the tender 6 evaluate potential tenderers who respond to the invitation against the selection criteria, place them in rank order and choose the number needed 7 offer advice and information to decision makers about potential tenderers and the selection criteria and modify the tender list to reflect any agreed changes 8 confirm that the selected tenderers are willing to tender 9 add more potential tenderers from the evaluation list which meet the selection criteria if those contacted are not willing to tender
      2. Obtain bids and tenders 10 ensure that procurement information and documents are drafted which meet statutory regulations, codes of practice and the organisation's policies 11 ensure that procurement information and documents are issued to all the tenderers on the agreed list, following the agreed procedures 12 respond to queries from tenderers promptly and pass on any additional information which they need 13 pass on to all the tenderers the information given to individual tenderers, and amendments to procurement information and documents 14 ensure that accurate records are kept of procurement information and documents issued, feedback, queries and information from tenderers 15 ensure that required action is implemented when tenderers withdraw from the process
      3. Analyse and select successful bids and tenders and negotiate changes 16 ensure that the tenders received are stored in a secure place and opened on the closing date in line with the organisation's procedures and regulatory requirements 17 select for evaluation those tenders which meet the criteria and reject those that do not 18 check with tenderers if any discrepancies, omissions and errors are found in the tenders, and agree and make any amendments with tenderers 19 analyse the tenders which are selected against the agreed criteria and choose the tender which best meets the criteria 20 check that the successful tenderer and the client can meet the obligations of the contract and recommend a preferred tender to the client 21 negotiate and agree any variations, adjustments and corrections with the successful tenderer and confirm them in writing, subject to contract 22 accept the successful tender formally and notify tenderers who have been unsuccessful, about the result 23 modify and repeat the procurement process if too few tenders are received to show that there has been adequate competition
      knowledge
      1. Evaluate pre-qualification of tenderers 1 how to implement an appropriate type of procurement strategy which aligns with legal and statutory requirements (evaluation) 2 how and why to decide which potential tenderers could meet the contract conditions (evaluation) 3 how and why to decide which potential tenderers could meet the contract specification to fulfil the selected type of procurement process (evaluation) 4 how and why to decide how many tenderers to invite, taking into account the value and size of the contract (evaluation) 5 how to send enquiries to potential tenderers, in accordance with regulatory requirements requiring them to provide evidence about their experience and capability (application) 6 how and why to choose selection criteria which are suitable to weight and rate performance for the type of work described in the tender (evaluation) 7 how and why to evaluate potential tenderers who respond to the invitation against the selection criteria (evaluation) 8 how and why to place potential tenderers in rank order (analysis) 9 how and why to choose the number of potential tenderers needed (evaluation) 10 how and why to offer advice and information to decision makers about potential tenderers and the selection criteria (synthesis) 11 how to modify the tender list to reflect any agreed changes(application) 12 how to confirm that the selected tenderers are willing to tender (application) 13 how to add more potential tenderers from the evaluation list which meet the selection criteria if those contacted are not willing to tender (application)
      2. Obtain bids and tenders 14 how to ensure that procurement information and documents are drafted which meet statutory regulations, codes of practice and the organisation's policies (application) 15 how to ensure that procurement information and documents are issued to all the tenderers on the agreed list, following the agreed procedures (application) 16 how to respond to queries from tenderers promptly (application) 17 how to pass on any additional information to tenderers which they need (application) 18 how to pass on to all the tenderers the information given to individual tenderers, and amendments to procurement information and documents (application) 19 how to ensure that accurate records are kept of procurement information and documents issued, feedback, queries and information from tenderers (application) 20 how to ensure that required action is implemented when tenderers withdraw from the process (application)
      3. Analyse and select successful bids and tenders and negotiate changes 21 how to ensure that the tenders received are stored in a secure place and opened on the closing date in line with the organisation's procedures and regulatory requirements (application) 22 how and why to select for evaluation those tenders which meet the criteria (evaluation) 23 how and why to reject tenders which do not meet the criteria (evaluation) 24 how to check with tenderers if any discrepancies, omissions and errors are found in the tenders (application) 25 how and why to agree any amendments with tenderers (evaluation) 26 how to make any amendments with tenderers where discrepancies, omissions and errors are found in the tenders (application) 27 how and why to analyse the tenders which are selected against the agreed criteria (analysis) 28 how and why to choose the tender which best meets the criteria (evaluation) 29 how to check that the successful tenderer and the client can meet the obligations of the contract (application) 30 how and why to recommend a preferred tender to the client (synthesis) 31 how and why to negotiate any variations, adjustments and corrections with the successful tenderer (synthesis) 32 how and why to agree any variations, adjustments and corrections with the successful tenderer and (evaluation) 33 how to confirm any variations, adjustments and corrections with the successful tenderer in writing, subject to contract (application) 34 how and why to accept the successful tender formally (evaluation) 35 how to notify tenderers who have been unsuccessful, about the result (application) 36 how to modify the procurement process if too few tenders are received to show that there has been adequate competition (application) 37 how to repeat the procurement process if too few tenders are received to show that there has been adequate competition (application)
      context
      1. Evaluate pre-qualification of tenderers
      • Procurement strategy:
      ‐ estimate
      ‐ open competitive tender
      ‐ two stage tender
      ‐ â€˜two envelope’ tender
      ‐ selected list tender
      ‐ negotiated
      ‐ bid
      ‐ design and build
      ‐ design, build, finance and operate
      • Tenderers:
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ sub/works/trade contractors
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ consultants
      • Regulatory requirements:
      ‐ compulsory competitive tendering
      ‐ international
      ‐ in-house
      ‐ national
      ‐ local
      • Evidence:
      ‐ documentary
      ‐ references
      ‐ interview
      • Selection criteria:
      ‐ quality of delivery record
      ‐ added value (including past performance)
      ‐ acceptability of known sub-contracting arrangements & supply chain organisation
      ‐ acceptability to client
      ‐ financial resources
      ‐ credit rating
      ‐ references from previous clients and bankers
      ‐ health, safety and welfare record
      ‐ competence of people
      ‐ Building Information Modelling capability
      ‐ systems compatibility
      ‐ resources (human, materials, facilities)
      ‐ insurance
      ‐ environmental record
      ‐ design quality and costing
      ‐ innovation record
      ‐ local economic benefit
      2. Obtain bids and tenders
      • Procurement information and documents:
      ‐ invitation to tender
      ‐ form of tender
      ‐ returns procedure
      ‐ surveys
      ‐ models
      ‐ graphical and non-graphical electronic data files
      ‐ drawings, schedules and programmes
      ‐ bills of quantities
      ‐ health, safety and welfare record
      ‐ environmental record
      ‐ scope of services
      ‐ terms and conditions
      ‐ schedules of rates
      ‐ evaluation criteria and procedures
      • Tenderers:
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ sub/works/trade contractors
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ consultants
      • Queries:
      ‐ errors
      ‐ omissions
      ‐ ambiguities
      • Amendments:
      ‐ extension to tender period
      ‐ changes resulting from queries
      3. Analyse and select successful bids and tenders and negotiate changes
      • Regulatory requirements:
      ‐ statutes
      ‐ regulations
      ‐ codes of practice and procedure
      • Criteria:
      ‐ quality and delivery record
      ‐ technical viability
      ‐ financial viability
      ‐ timescale
      ‐ Resources
      ‐ cost (budgets, rates)
      ‐ loading and cash flow
      ‐ policies which offer added value
      ‐ comparative criteria (benchmarking)
      ‐ weighting
      ‐ organisational policies
      ‐ regulatory requirements
      ‐ competence of people
      ‐ Building Information Modelling capability
      ‐ information delivery
      ‐ design quality and costing
      ‐ community benefits
      ‐ best whole life value
      ‐ open book accounting
      • Tenderers:
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ sub/works/trade contractors
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ consultants
      • Variations, adjustments and corrections:
      ‐ price
      ‐ quantity
      ‐ quality
      ‐ standards
      ‐ logistics
      ‐ completion
      ‐ Maintenance
      ‐ after sales service
      ‐ method of payment
      ‐ contract conditions
      ‐ scope of service
      ‐ terms and conditions
      ‐ client amendment
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      Construction Senior Management
    21. Implement, monitor and control strategic procurement systems in construction management
      COSCSMO10 This standard is about agreeing and implementing with stakeholders what systems are most effective for managing the project.
      duty
      1. Agree and implement systems with suppliers and services 1 specify and agree the ways in which systems will be managed and aligned with suppliers and services 2 identify and agree, with stakeholders, the changes to systems which are necessary to meet technical and quality requirements 3 develop and implement systems, identify any problems and make appropriate modifications before moving to full implementation 4 check that the alignment of systems conforms to the requirements of data protection legislation 5 negotiate and agree formal contractual arrangements that set out the requirements for the implementation and operation of strategic sourcing partnerships
      2. Monitor and control arrangements for strategic sourcing 6 review the terms of contract regularly with suppliers and services and assess whether there are continued benefits 7 monitor the performance of suppliers and services against agreed standards and quantify any variations in performance 8 inform suppliers and services about variations in performance from contract terms, and provide them with advice and information about the changes needed and the time allowed to make the changes 9 investigate variations and problems, identify likely causes and inform all those who are affected 10 assess existing sourcing arrangements against alternative supply options regularly and estimate the relative benefits and advantages
      knowledge
      1. Agree and implement systems with suppliers and services 1 how and why to specify with suppliers and services the ways in which systems will be managed and aligned (evaluation) 2 how and why to agree with suppliers and services the ways in which systems will be managed and aligned (evaluation) 3 what to identify with stakeholders as the changes to systems which may be necessary to meet technical and quality requirements (understanding) 4 how and why to agree with stakeholders the changes to systems which may be necessary to meet technical and quality requirements (evaluation) 5 how and why to develop systems (synthesis) 6 how to implement systems (application) 7 what to identify as any problems with systems (understanding) 8 how to make appropriate modifications to systems before moving to full implementation (application) 9 how to check that the alignment of systems conforms to the requirements of data protection legislation (application) 10 how and why to negotiate formal contractual arrangements that set out the requirements for the implementation and operation of strategic sourcing partnerships (synthesis) 11 how and why to agree formal contractual arrangements that set out the requirements for the implementation and operation of strategic sourcing partnerships (evaluation)
      2. Monitor and control arrangements for strategic sourcing 12 how and why to review the terms of contract with suppliers and services (analysis) 13 how and why to assess whether the terms of contract provide continued benefits (analysis) 14 how and why to monitor the performance of suppliers and services against agreed standards (analysis) 15 how and why to quantify any variations in performance of suppliers and services (analysis) 16 how to inform suppliers and services about variations in performance from contract terms (application) 17 how and why to provide suppliers and services with advice and information about the changes needed and the time allowed to make the changes (synthesis) 18 how and why to investigate variations and problems (analysis) 19 what to identify as the likely causes of variations and problems (understanding) 20 how to inform all those who are affected (application) 21 how and why to assess existing sourcing arrangements against alternative supply options (analysis) 22 how and why to estimate the relative benefits and advantages of alternative supply options (analysis)
      context
      1. Agree and implement systems with suppliers and services
      • Systems:
      ‐ manual
      ‐ electronic
      ‐ Building Information Modelling
      ‐ TQM systems
      ‐ design
      ‐ commercial
      ‐ health and safety
      ‐ environmental
      ‐ time management
      ‐ open book forms linked to outcomes
      ‐ agreed payment procedure
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ the client
      ‐ the client’s financial advisers
      ‐ design consultants
      ‐ potential contractors
      ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ facilities/asset managers
      ‐ potential investors
      ‐ funding agencies
      ‐ independent client adviser
      ‐ user groups
      2. Monitor and control arrangements for strategic sourcing
      • Monitoring - methods:
      ‐ in-house reporting
      ‐ consultant
      • Those who are affected:
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ users
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      Construction Senior Management
    22. Manage installation, commissioning and handover of retrofit works
      COSVR757 This standard is about managing the installation, commissioning and handover of retrofit work in accordance with organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. observe and apply organisational requirements appropriate for the protection of the workforce, sub-contractors, suppliers, consultants, occupants, visitors, the general public, and the environment by the application of information relating to:
      • methods of work
      • risk assessments
      • safe use and storage of tools
      • safe use and storage of materials and components
      • traffic management
      • emergency plans
      • fire safety
      • acoustic and sound insulation
      • thermal insulation
      • workforce competency
      • site constraints
      2. manage the implementation of the retrofit plan ensuring effective and efficient working practices compliant with design and quality standards, for a given occupational area
      3. review and record on works progress against the project programme, resources and planned sequencing of works, and recommend and take corrective action when required
      4. recognise and report defects in installation, with specific reference to six of the following:
      • gaps in installation
      • missing and inappropriate fixings
      • detailing at corners, edges, junctions and openings
      • interaction with building services
      • combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
      • fire safety
      • acoustic and sound insulation
      • thermal bypass and thermal bridges
      • loading
      5. record and report that ventilation is not compromised and complies with all relevant standards for the following:
      • gas and other combustion appliances
      • flues
      • general ventilation
      6. check and record that the retrofit works conform to quality, standards and compliance with the retrofit design and manufacturers’ instructions, throughout the installation process, for at least fourteen of the following:
      • alterations to the structure
      • loadings
      • fixings
      • corners, junctions and edges of building elements
      • interfaces between the building fabric, services and the occupants
      • windows and doors including reveals, sills and soffits
      • thermal bypass
      • thermal bridges
      • air tightness
      • vapour barriers
      • moisture movement
      • moisture ingress
      • condensation risks
      • rainwater goods
      • mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP)
      • fire safety
      • acoustic and sound insulation
      7. recommend, record and implement corrective actions when required for at least fourteen of the following:
      • alterations to the structure
      • loadings
      • fixings
      • corners, junctions and edges of building elements
      • interfaces between the building fabric, services and the occupants
      • windows and doors including reveals, sills and soffits
      • thermal bypass
      • thermal bridges
      • air tightness
      • vapour barriers
      • moisture movement
      • moisture ingress
      • condensation risks
      • rainwater goods
      • mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP)
      • combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
      • fire safety
      • acoustic and sound insulation
      8. manage the scheduling and coordination of the inspection, testing, and commissioning and record the outcomes for retrofit works
      9. recommend, record and implement any required corrective actions for retrofit works following commissioning including but not limited to two of the following:
      • ventilation
      • combustion appliances
      • heat recovery devices
      • heating systems
      • hot water systems
      • lighting fittings
      • systems and controls
      • insulation
      • draught proofing
      • windows and doors
      • solar blinds, shutter and shading devices
      • renewable energy installations
      • fire safety
      • acoustic and sound insulation
      10. manage the project handover on completion of the installation of retrofit works
      knowledge
      1. Observe and apply organisational requirements
      • what organisational requirements apply to the protection of the workforce, sub-contractors, suppliers, consultants, occupants, visitors, the general public, and the environment in relation to the following:
      ‐ methods of work
      ‐ risk assessment
      ‐ safe use and storage of tools
      ‐ safe use and storage of materials and components
      ‐ traffic management
      ‐ emergency plans
      ‐ fire safety
      ‐ acoustic and sound insulation
      ‐ thermal insulation
      ‐ workforce competency
      ‐ site constraints
      2. Manage implementation of the retrofit plan
      • why it is important to manage the implementation of the retrofit plan ensuring effective and efficient working practices compliant with design and quality standards for a given occupational area, and how to do this
      • why it is required, and how to ensure operatives undertaking the installation, commissioning and handover are qualified to do so for a given occupational area
      3. Review and record on works progress
      • why reviewing and recording on works progress against the project programme, resources and planned sequencing of works is required
      • how to review, record and report on works progress against the project programme, resources and planned sequencing of work
      • when and how to recommend and take corrective action
      • how to identify potential risks of failure and mitigate through planning, accuracy, dimensional control and sequencing of work, including but not limited to:
      ‐ technical and performance risks: a thermal bridges b heating c ventilation d thermal bypass e condensation and interstitial condensation f alterations in structure g moisture movement h fire safety i acoustic and sound insulation
      ‐ inefficiencies
      ‐ additional costs
      ‐ delays to programme
      ‐ abortive works
      ‐ duplication
      ‐ damage
      ‐ latent defects
      4. Recognise defects in installation
      • how to recognise defects in installation with specific reference to:
      ‐ gaps in installation
      ‐ missing and inappropriate fixings
      ‐ detailing at corners, edges, junctions and openings
      ‐ interaction with building services
      ‐ combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
      ‐ fire safety
      ‐ acoustic and sound insulation
      ‐ thermal bypass and thermal bridges
      ‐ loading
      • how and when to propose suitable corrective action for any defects in installation
      5. Check, record and report that ventilation is not compromised
      • why it is important to check, record and report that ventilation is not compromised and complies with all relevant standards, and how to do this, for the following:
      ‐ gas and other combustion appliances
      ‐ flues
      ‐ general ventilation
      6. Check and record installation of works
      • why it is required to carry out specified checks of the retrofit works during installation and record the works conform to:
      ‐ quality
      ‐ standards
      ‐ manufacturers’ instructions, technical information and product data sheets
      ‐ retrofit design
      • how to check and record installation of works for quality, standards and compliance with the retrofit design, and manufacturers’ instructions for the following:
      ‐ alterations to the structure
      ‐ loadings
      ‐ fixings
      ‐ corners, junctions and edges of building elements
      ‐ interfaces between the building fabric, services and the occupants
      ‐ windows and doors including reveals, sills and soffits
      ‐ thermal bypass
      ‐ thermal bridges
      ‐ air tightness
      ‐ vapour barriers
      ‐ moisture movement
      ‐ moisture ingress
      ‐ condensation and interstitial condensation risks
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP)
      ‐ fire safety
      ‐ acoustic and sound insulation
      • the potential risks and implications of non-compliance and poor quality installations over time for active and passive fire safety measures
      • the principles of a building as a system and its component parts and the importance of identifying standards and the consequences of failure to follow organisational requirements
      • the potential risks and implications of non-compliance and poor quality installations over time including but not limited to:
      ‐ occupant health and safety
      ‐ indoor air quality
      ‐ mould
      ‐ performance gaps
      ‐ rot
      ‐ building fabric decay
      ‐ overheating
      • the importance of maintaining ventilation
      • how to recognise ventilation and air movement pathways through buildings and ensure that these are maintained, whilst balancing the need for airtightness
      • how to recognise the different properties of insulation materials and how these relate to thermal, moisture, condensation, acoustic and sound and fire safety
      • the different types of air and vapour control layers and breather membranes, where and how they should be used, and why it is important to install them correctly
      • the importance of ensuring the integrity of air and vapour control layers and breather membranes following installation and the need to ensure continuity
      • how condensation forms in buildings, how this relates to moisture and moisture movement and what steps can be taken to mitigate potential risks
      • why a whole building approach is taken to retrofit works and how this relates to building performance and building use
      7. Recommend, record and implement corrective actions
      • how and when to recommend, record and implement corrective actions for the following:
      ‐ alterations to the structure
      ‐ loadings
      ‐ fixings
      ‐ corners, junctions and edges of building elements
      ‐ interfaces between the building fabric, services and the occupants
      ‐ windows and doors including reveals, sills and soffits
      ‐ thermal bypass
      ‐ thermal bridges
      ‐ air tightness
      ‐ vapour barriers
      ‐ moisture movement
      ‐ moisture ingress
      ‐ condensation and interstitial condensation risks
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP)
      ‐ combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
      ‐ fire safety
      ‐ acoustic and sound insulation
      8. Manage the scheduling and coordination of the inspection testing and commissioning
      • why managing the scheduling and coordination of the inspection testing and commissioning for retrofit works is required
      • how to manage the scheduling and coordination of the inspection testing and commissioning for retrofit works
      • why it is required and how to record outcomes for retrofit works, services and fabric
      • the range of non-destructive testing and investigation methods including but not limited to:
      ‐ thermal imaging
      ‐ moisture content of building fabric
      ‐ air tightness for building envelope and identifying air filtration and air leakage points
      ‐ energy use of buildings from meters and sub-meters for individual systems
      ‐ sound insulation testing
      ‐ borescope testing
      • the stages of commissioning including but not limited to:
      ‐ setting-to-work
      ‐ regulation
      ‐ performance optimisation
      ‐ recording
      ‐ post-commissioning checks
      ‐ fine tuning during occupancy
      • why the final commissioning of all building services is done together, rather than separately
      9. Recommend, record and implement corrective actions for retrofit works following commissioning
      • why recommending, recording and implementing corrective actions is required following commissioning
      • how to recommend, record and implement corrective actions following commissioning
      10. Manage, monitor and evaluate the project handover
      • why it is important to manage the project handover on completion of the installation, and how to do this
      • why monitoring and evaluation of the project handover is required
      • how to manage the project handover in accordance with the handover strategy and requirements of relevant certification schemes
      • how to gather, record, analyse and interpret information
      • how to convey the following information about the installed measures:
      ‐ physical inspection and explanation of function and operation
      ‐ demonstrate the safe operation of any components, devices and controls
      ‐ visual checks to ensure the recipient is able to operate the components, devices and controls
      ‐ care needed to avoid detrimental effects
      ‐ maintenance, including requirements to comply with guarantees and warranties
      ‐ efficient operation to facilitate the delivery of intended reduction in energy use
      ‐ importance of ventilation
      ‐ post completion services
      ‐ provision of documentation including end-user advice information
      • how to present information and recommendations for any remedial actions or changes to the retrofit process required, to relevant stakeholders including, but not limited to:
      ‐ clients
      ‐ designers and contract administrators
      ‐ installers and contractors
      ‐ end-users
      ‐ external enforcement and quality assurance bodies
      ‐ funding organisations
      ‐ guarantee or warranty providers
      • how to ensure operatives undertaking the handover are vocationally competent to do so and have access to adequate knowledge of the measures and the behaviours required for their safe, efficient and effective operation and maintenance
      • when to undertake the handover procedure, including a phased handover
      • when basic, intermediate and advanced levels of monitoring and evaluation are required and what information is required for each
      • timescales for completing and reporting different levels of monitoring and evaluation
      • who are the recipients of the handover process
      • which stakeholders require copies of the following documentation:
      ‐ test certificates and commissioning records
      ‐ operation and maintenance instructions and manuals
      ‐ warranty and guarantee certificates
      ‐ as constructed plans
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      Construction Site Management
    23. Manage marketing and customer service in construction management
      COSCSMO18 This standard is about establishing and managing the marketing and customer service process to meet organisational and business objectives. You will need to develop and implement a marketing process that helps promote new business and opportunities to improve branding, corporate image and market share.
      duty
      1. Identify and resource the development of new products and services to meet market needs 1 review the organisation's operations and evaluate its strengths and weaknesses to compete in potential markets 2 identify appropriate and realistic market areas for the organisation and summarise the information accurately 3 analyse the demand for and type of new products and services within the identified market areas 4 identify opportunities to use new marketing technologies, materials and techniques to meet identified market needs 5 ensure that the resources needed are calculated accurately and that sufficient resources are allocated for the development of new products and services 6 negotiate additional resources in cases where existing resources are insufficient to meet development costs 7 select new and innovative products and services for development which are based on an accurate evaluation of the organisation's business policy
      2. Develop and implement a marketing strategy 8 evaluate the present image and reputation of the organisation with the target audience and identify the potential client base 9 develop an information gathering system to support the development of marketing and promotion strategies 10 identify and agree potential new business opportunities 11 evaluate marketing and promotion options and develop a clear and relevant strategy which is capable of making a significant impact on the target audience 12 choose methods, media and techniques for the marketing and promotion of the organisation which are consistent with the corporate image 13 negotiate, agree and implement a programme and budget to deliver the agreed marketing and promotion strategy 14 monitor the marketing and promotion strategy regularly, review the impact and make modifications which will improve market presence and penetration
      3. Develop and maintain a policy to maximise client and customer satisfaction 15 analyse market research to determine realistically the type and quality of services clients and customers will need 16 develop a clear and realistic client and customer service policy and agree it with decision makers 17 develop a policy for client and customer service which summarises the organisation's agreed policy and circulate it to all the workforce 18 develop and introduce an appropriate client and customer service system, which will meet the service needs 19 develop and introduce systems for obtaining client and customer feedback and monitor them regularly for both positive and negative feedback 20 summarise positive client and customer feedback and circulate it to decision makers 21 investigate and respond to negative client and customer feedback and individual complaints promptly and resolve cases 22 produce regular summaries of client and customer complaints and compliments, the action taken and recommendations for future action and circulate the summaries to decision makers
      knowledge
      1. Identify and resource the development of new products and services to meet market needs 1 how and why to review the organisation's operations (analysis) 2 how and why to evaluate the organisation's strengths and weaknesses to compete in potential markets (evaluation) 3 what to identify as appropriate and realistic market areas for the organisation (understanding) 4 how to summarise the information on realistic market areas for the organisation (application) 5 how and why to analyse the demand for and type of new products and services within the identified market areas (analysis) 6 what to identify as opportunities to use new marketing technologies, materials and techniques to meet identified market needs (understanding) 7 how and why to ensure that the resources needed are calculated accurately and that sufficient resources are allocated for the development of new products and services (application) 8 how and why to negotiate additional resources in cases where existing resources are insufficient to meet development costs (synthesis) 9 how and why to select new and innovative products and services for development which are based on an accurate evaluation of the organisation's business policy (evaluation)
      2. Develop and implement a marketing strategy 10 how and why to evaluate the present image and reputation of the organisation with the target audience (evaluation) 11 what to identify as the potential client base (understanding) 12 how and why to develop an information gathering system to support the development of marketing and promotion strategies (synthesis) 13 what to identify as potential new business opportunities (understanding) 14 how and why to agree potential new business opportunities (evaluation) 15 how and why to evaluate marketing and promotion options (evaluation) 16 how and why to develop a clear and relevant strategy which is capable of making a significant impact on the target audience (evaluation) 17 how and why to choose methods, media and techniques for the marketing and promotion of the organisation which are consistent with the corporate image (evaluation) 18 how and why to negotiate a programme and budget to deliver the agreed marketing and promotion strategy (synthesis) 19 how and why to agree a programme and budget to deliver the agreed marketing and promotion strategy (evaluation) 20 how to implement a programme and budget to deliver the agreed marketing and promotion strategy (application) 21 how and why to monitor the marketing and promotion strategy regularly (analysis) 22 how and why to review the impact and make modifications which will improve market presence and penetration (analysis)
      3. Develop and maintain a policy to maximise client and customer satisfaction 23 how and why to analyse market research to determine realistically the type and quality of services clients and customers will need (analysis) 24 how and why to develop a clear and realistic client and customer service policy (evaluation) 25 how and why to agree a realistic client and customer service policy with decision makers (evaluation) 26 how and why to develop a policy for client and customer service which summarises the organisation's agreed policy (evaluation) 27 how to circulate the agreed policy for client and customer service to all the workforce (application) 28 how and why to develop an appropriate client and customer service system, which will meet the service needs (evaluation) 29 how and why to introduce an appropriate client and customer service system, which will meet the service needs (synthesis) 30 how and why to develop systems for obtaining client and customer feedback (evaluation) 31 how and why to introduce systems for obtaining client and customer feedback (synthesis) 32 how and why to monitor systems for obtaining client and customer feedback regularly for both positive and negative feedback (analysis) 33 how to summarise positive client and customer feedback (application) 34 how to circulate positive client and customer feedback to decision makers (application) 35 how and why to investigate negative client and customer feedback and individual complaints promptly (analysis) 36 how to respond to negative client and customer feedback and individual complaints promptly (application) 37 how to resolve cases of negative client and customer feedback and individual complaints promptly (synthesis) 38 how and why to produce regular summaries of client and customer complaints and compliments, the action taken and recommendations for future action (application) 39 how to circulate the summaries of client and customer complaints and compliments, the action taken and recommendations for future action to decision makers (application)
      context
      1. Identify and resource the development of new products and services to meet market needs
      • The organisation’s operations:
      ‐ new and innovative services, products and processes (benefits and features)
      ‐ information management systems
      ‐ customer requirements
      ‐ communications with potential customers and partners
      ‐ legal requirements and statutory legislation
      ‐ past and future negotiations
      ‐ specifications
      ‐ pricing strategy
      ‐ recording systems
      ‐ time schedules
      ‐ quality
      ‐ identification of competitors
      ‐ target markets
      ‐ training
      • Strengths and weaknesses:
      ‐ market share
      ‐ scope of products and services
      ‐ availability of resources
      ‐ working practices
      ‐ productivity
      ‐ profitability and cost factors
      ‐ corporate values
      ‐ environmental impact
      ‐ energy performance
      ‐ socio-economic factors
      ‐ ability to innovate
      ‐ efficiency of systems (including information technology)
      ‐ product life-cycle
      ‐ understanding of client's needs
      ‐ standardisation
      ‐ competence of staff
      • Analysis - methods:
      ‐ feasibility studies
      ‐ SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats) analyses
      ‐ feedback
      • Products and services:
      ‐ design
      ‐ finance
      ‐ build
      ‐ operate
      ‐ research, development and innovation
      ‐ technological
      ‐ consultation
      ‐ advisory
      ‐ project management
      • Resources:
      ‐ people (knowledge, training, competence)
      ‐ plant and equipment
      ‐ materials
      ‐ sub-contractors and suppliers
      ‐ partners
      ‐ external services
      ‐ financial resources
      ‐ accommodation
      2. Develop and implement a marketing strategy
      • Present image and reputation of the organisation:
      ‐ market share
      ‐ scope of products and services
      ‐ availability of resources
      ‐ working practices
      ‐ productivity
      ‐ profitability and cost factors
      ‐ corporate values
      ‐ environmental impact
      ‐ socio-economic factors
      • Information gathering system:
      ‐ organisation sources
      ‐ external sources
      ‐ customer feedback
      ‐ specialists
      ‐ market research
      • Marketing and promotion:
      ‐ branding
      ‐ corporate image
      ‐ professional networks
      ‐ sponsorship
      ‐ publications
      ‐ samples
      ‐ relation with press and media
      ‐ advertising policies
      ‐ direct and indirect client and customer relations
      ‐ presentations
      ‐ e-commerce
      ‐ delivery
      • Potential new business opportunities:
      ‐ products and services
      ‐ developments and projects
      ‐ customers and markets
      • Monitoring:
      ‐ market share
      ‐ levels of resource allocation
      ‐ profitability
      ‐ reputation
      ‐ image
      3. Develop and maintain a policy to maximise client and customer satisfaction
      • Clients and customers:
      ‐ individuals
      ‐ external organisations
      ‐ departments or teams
      • Client and customer service:
      ‐ quality
      ‐ timescales
      ‐ cost
      ‐ communication and involvement in decision making
      ‐ conduct
      ‐ pre-contract
      ‐ post-contract
      ‐ after care
      • Policy:
      ‐ relationships with clients
      ‐ statutory rights and the organisational response
      ‐ operational expectations and performance
      ‐ policy regarding adherence to current norms of business ethics and practice
      ‐ environmental concerns
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      Construction Senior Management
    24. Manage project handover
      COSVR742 This standard is about confirming that the project requirements meet the stakeholders' expectations, developing, agreeing and following a project handover programme. Identifying, agreeing and arranging for the completion of outstanding work and handing over responsibilities and documentation for the project in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. confirm project requirements, consult with stakeholders and develop, agree and record a handover programme
      2. check that project requirements have been met, or record outstanding work, including any remedial activities or defects, in order to agree, arrange and record a satisfactory completion
      3. carry out handover inspections, relevant tests and commissioning activities ensuring they are recorded and certificated
      4. record stakeholder concerns during inspection, agree and record any actions required
      5. ensure that at least three of the following stakeholders’ respective responsibilities are recorded, accepted and adopted on handover
      • insurance
      • security
      • operations
      • health, safety and wellbeing
      • utility supply
      • environmental
      • sustainability
      6. assemble, record and hand over relevant documentation for the following in accordance with the project
      • manuals and guidance materials
      • plans
      • operating equipment
      • security information and equipment
      • certificates
      • services
      • systems
      • equipment
      • materials
      • maintenance records
      • structural design
      knowledge
      1. Handover programme
      • how to consult with stakeholders to confirm the following project requirements to develop a handover programme
      ‐ time
      ‐ quality
      ‐ cost
      ‐ health and safety
      ‐ sustainability
      ‐ defects rectification period
      ‐ warranties
      • why it is important a handover programme
      2. Project requirements and outstanding work
      • how to check that the following project requirements have been met
      ‐ time
      ‐ quality
      ‐ cost
      ‐ health and safety
      ‐ sustainability
      ‐ defects rectification period
      ‐ warranties
      • how to record outstanding work in order to agree and arrange a satisfactory completion
      • why it is important to check project requirements and outstanding work to agree a satisfactory completion
      3. Handover inspections and tests
      • how to carry out handover inspections
      • the range of tests required on handover
      • how to ensure relevant tests are witnessed by the following stakeholders
      ‐ client, customer or their representative
      ‐ users
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ regulatory authorities
      • how to ensure relevant certification is acquired
      • why it is important handover inspections and certificates
      4. Stakeholder concerns
      • how to record the following stakeholders’ concerns during inspections
      ‐ client, customer or their representative
      ‐ users
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ regulatory authorities
      • how to agree relevant actions during inspections with stakeholders
      • why stakeholders’ concerns need to be addressed
      5. Stakeholder responsibilities
      • how to ensure the following accept and adopt the following responsibilities on handover
      6. stakeholders
      • client, customer or their representative
      ‐ users
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ regulatory authorities
      7. responsibilities
      • insurance
      ‐ security
      ‐ operations
      ‐ health, safety and wellbeing
      ‐ utility supply
      ‐ environmental
      ‐ sustainability
      • why it is required for stakeholders to accept their responsibilities
      8. documentation
      • how to assemble the following relevant documentation in accordance with the project
      ‐ manuals and guidance materials
      ‐ plans
      ‐ operating equipment
      ‐ security information and equipment
      ‐ certificates
      ‐ services
      ‐ systems
      ‐ equipment
      ‐ materials
      ‐ maintenance records
      ‐ structural design
      • how to hand over relevant documentation in accordance with the project requirements
      • why it is required to assemble and hand over appropriate documentation for the project
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      Construction Site Management
    25. Manage project processes in construction management
      COSCSMO14 This standard is about preparing a strategy for the project using the most appropriate team. The needs of the stakeholders will need to be identified along with the requirements of the brief and schedule.
      duty
      1. Assess and manage project risks and opportunities 1 identify and review project information and processes relating to risks and opportunities 2 identify and assess the significance and ownership of the risks and opportunities 3 select the most effective risk management methods and procedures to manage residual risks that comply with all relevant regulations and guidelines 4 identify the activities and resources required to implement the risk management methods 5 specify clearly the procedures for implementing the risk management methods and procedures 6 implement and maintain the risk management methods and procedures and modify them to meet changed circumstances
      2. Develop and maintain systems for managing health, safety and welfare 7 encourage a culture of health, safety and welfare on the project and identify and recommend opportunities for improving the work environment 8 develop and maintain adequate health, safety and welfare policies and systems which meet organisational and statutory requirements 9 allocate health, safety and welfare responsibilities, equipment and resources to people which are consistent with organisational and statutory requirements, and the specific project requirements 10 develop and implement systems which meet statutory requirements for identifying and reducing hazards and reporting accidents and emergencies and preventing recurrence 11 ensure that health, safety and welfare systems are checked regularly, in accordance with organisational and statutory requirements, and identify and record any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations
      3. Establish and manage project team activities 12 prepare a strategy for the project which makes the best use of the capabilities of all project team members 13 examine stakeholder needs and intentions from the brief, discuss and clarify them with stakeholders and resolve any issues 14 develop clear parameters which will enable the project to meet the requirements of the brief and schedules 15 set up arrangements to achieve communication and trust between stakeholders 16 set up and agree, with the project team members, appropriate and realistic methods for project development, evaluation, modification, monitoring and updating 17 identify potential areas needing investigation and agree a realistic timescale and costs with the project team 18 motivate, coach and involve project team members to maximise and integrate their contributions to the project development 19 monitor the progress of the project team and provide members with feedback on timing, task completion and team processes 20 coordinate feedback sessions in a manner which is suitable for the needs and capabilities of the project team and which allows each team member enough time to express their views
      4. Implement project organisation and communication systems 21 identify the organisational and communication needs for the project 22 implement systems which are compatible with those used by the client and supply chain and which enable clear and effective management, and administrative and operational controls 23 produce information about people's roles and responsibilities, the project, and the organisational structure, and circulate the information to stakeholders 24 introduce methods of communicating, reporting, recording and retrieving information between stakeholders which are appropriate to the needs of the project and monitor the methods regularly for effectiveness 25 set up systems for recording and providing feedback on the ways in which resources are allocated and used 26 audit health, safety and welfare systems regularly, in accordance with organisational and statutory requirements, and identify and record any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations and if necessary take responsibility restoring compliance
      5. Obtain and evaluate project feedback information and make improvements 27 promote the value of making improvements from feedback throughout the project and encourage stakeholders to collaborate and deliver feedback information to collaborate and deliver feedback information 28 identify and agree the areas to focus on for making improvements from feedback 29 identify and agree valid and reliable methods and sources for obtaining feedback information on projects and for assessing and recommending improvements from feedback 30 obtain, investigate and review the feedback information, match it against the original requirements and objectives and summarise both positive and negative factors 31 recommend improvements from feedback received and justify the recommendations to decision makers 32 classify improvements from feedback which have been agreed and incorporate them accurately into updated procedures and databases
      knowledge
      1. Assess and manage project risks and opportunities 1 what to identify as the project information and processes relating to risks and opportunities (understanding) 2 how and why to review project information and processes relating to risks and opportunities (analysis) 3 what to identify as the significance and ownership of the risks and opportunities (understanding) 4 how and why to assess the significance and ownership of the risks and opportunities (analysis) 5 how and why to select the most effective risk management methods and procedures to manage residual risks that comply with all relevant regulations and guidelines (evaluation) 6 what to identify as the activities and resources required to implement the risk management methods (understanding) 7 how and why to specify clearly the procedures for implementing the risk management methods and procedures (evaluation) 8 how to implement the risk management methods and procedures (application) 9 how to maintain the risk management methods and procedures (application) 10 how to modify the risk management methods and procedures to meet changed circumstances (application)
      2. Develop and maintain systems for managing health, safety and welfare 11 how and why to encourage a culture of health, safety and welfare on the project (application) 12 what to identify as opportunities for improving the work environment (understanding) 13 how and why to recommend opportunities for improving the work environment (synthesis) 14 how and why to develop adequate health, safety and welfare policies and systems which meet organisational and statutory requirements (synthesis) 15 how to maintain adequate health, safety and welfare policies and systems which meet organisational and statutory requirements (application) 16 how to allocate health, safety and welfare responsibilities, equipment and resources to people which are consistent with organisational and statutory requirements, and the specific project requirements (application) 17 how and why to develop systems which meet statutory requirements for identifying and reducing hazards and reporting accidents and emergencies and preventing recurrence (synthesis) 18 how to implement systems which meet statutory requirements for identifying and reducing hazards and reporting accidents and emergencies and preventing recurrence (application) 19 how to ensure that health, safety and welfare systems are checked regularly, in accordance with organisational and statutory requirements, (application) 20 what to identify as any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations (understanding) 21 how to record any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations (application)
      3. Establish and manage project team activities 22 how and why to prepare a strategy for the project which makes the best use of the capabilities of all project team members (evaluation) 23 how and why to examine stakeholder needs and intentions from the brief (analysis) 24 how to discuss stakeholder needs and intentions from the brief (synthesis) 25 how to clarify stakeholder needs and intentions and resolve any issues (application) 26 how and why to develop clear parameters which will enable the project to meet the requirements of the brief and schedules (synthesis) 27 how and why to set up arrangements to achieve communication and trust between stakeholders (synthesis) 28 how and why to set up with the project team members, appropriate and realistic methods for project development, evaluation, modification, monitoring and updating (synthesis) 29 how and why to agree with the project team members, appropriate and realistic methods for project development, evaluation, modification, monitoring and updating (evaluation) 30 what to identify as potential areas needing investigation (understanding) 31 how and why to agree a realistic timescale and costs with the project team (evaluation) 32 how and why to motivate project team members to maximise and integrate their contributions to the project development (synthesis) 33 how and why to coach project team members to maximise and integrate their contributions to the project development (synthesis) 34 how to involve project team members to maximise and integrate their contributions to the project development (application) 35 how and why to monitor the progress of the project team (analysis) 36 how to provide members with feedback on timing, task completion and team processes (application) 37 how and why to coordinate feedback sessions in a manner which is suitable for the needs and capabilities of the project team and which allows each team member enough time to express their views (synthesis)
      4. Implement project organisation and communication systems 38 what to identify as the organisational and communication needs for the project (understanding) 39 how to implement systems which are compatible with those used by the client and supply chain and which enable clear and effective management, and administrative and operational controls (application) 40 how to produce information about people's roles and responsibilities, the project, and the organisational structure (application) 41 how to circulate the information about people's roles and responsibilities, the project, and the organisational structure to stakeholders (application) 42 how to introduce methods of communicating, reporting, recording and retrieving information between stakeholders which are appropriate to the needs of the project (synthesis) 43 how and why to monitor the methods of communicating, reporting, recording and retrieving information between stakeholders regularly for effectiveness (analysis) 44 how and why to set up systems for recording and providing feedback on the ways in which resources are allocated and used (synthesis) 45 how and why to audit health, safety and welfare systems regularly, in accordance with organisational and statutory requirements (analysis) 46 what to identify as any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations (understanding) 47 how to record any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations (application) 48 how and why to take responsibility restoring compliance with regulations where necessary (evaluation)
      5. Obtain and evaluate project feedback information and make improvements 49 how to promote the value of making improvements from feedback throughout the project (synthesis) 50 how to encourage stakeholders to collaborate and deliver feedback information (application) 51 what to identify as the areas to focus on for making improvements from feedback (understanding) 52 how and why to agree the areas to focus on for making improvements from feedback (evaluation) 53 what to identify as valid and reliable methods and sources for obtaining feedback information on projects and for assessing and recommending improvements from feedback (understanding) 54 how and why to agree valid and reliable methods and sources for obtaining feedback information on projects and for assessing and recommending improvements from feedback (evaluation) 55 how to obtain the feedback information (application) 56 how and why to investigate the feedback information (analysis) 57 how and why to review the feedback information (analysis) 58 how and why to match feedback information against the original requirements and objectives (synthesis) 59 how to summarise both positive and negative factors from feedback information (application) 60 how and why to recommend improvements from feedback received (synthesis) 61 how and why to justify the recommended improvements from feedback to decision makers (evaluation) 62 how to classify improvements from feedback which have been agreed (application) 63 how to incorporate improvements from feedback accurately into updated procedures and databases (application)
      context
      1. Assess and manage project risks and opportunities
      • Project information:
      ‐ environmental
      ‐ statutory and legal requirements
      ‐ client, user and community requirements
      ‐ construction and technical requirements
      ‐ site constraints
      ‐ finance, procurement and contract
      ‐ quality
      ‐ cost
      ‐ Programme
      • Risks:
      ‐ health, safety and welfare
      ‐ site environment
      ‐ management and workforce experience
      ‐ information management and project stage decision making
      ‐ complexity and scope
      ‐ consents
      ‐ team composition
      ‐ project costs
      ‐ impact on business
      ‐ technical considerations
      ‐ Programme
      ‐ contract form
      ‐ availability of resources
      ‐ maintenance and communication of information
      ‐ innovation
      ‐ poor quality
      ‐ impact on natural and built environment
      ‐ impact of users; public and third parties
      ‐ impact on community
      ‐ impact of political risk
      ‐ resource scarcity
      • Opportunities:
      ‐ impact on the natural and built environment
      ‐ impact on users, public and third parties
      ‐ improved quality
      ‐ improved procurement
      ‐ programme reduction
      ‐ specification change
      ‐ business benefit
      ‐ profitability
      ‐ scope reduction
      ‐ sustainable development
      • Risk management methods and procedures:
      ‐ risk identification
      ‐ risk assessment
      ‐ prevention, reduction and protection
      ‐ risk register
      • Resources:
      ‐ people
      ‐ materials, plant and equipment
      ‐ finance
      ‐ time
      ‐ specialist services
      ‐ utility services
      ‐ Information
      2. Develop and maintain systems for managing health, safety and welfare
      • Culture of health, safety & welfare:
      ‐ personal values, attitudes and behaviours
      ‐ communicating and passing on information
      ‐ accident and incident reporting
      ‐ giving and receiving feedback
      ‐ situational awareness
      ‐ recognising and responding to potential changes
      ‐ materials, plant and equipment and their constraints and failure points
      • Organisation and statutory requirements:
      ‐ construction specific health, safety and welfare regulations
      ‐ general health, safety and welfare legislation
      ‐ recognised industry codes of practice
      ‐ organisational procedures
      ‐ safety audit
      ‐ health and safety plans
      • Equipment and resources:
      ‐ protective clothing
      ‐ protective equipment
      ‐ first aid facilities
      ‐ welfare facilities
      ‐ storage and security of materials and equipment
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ fire fighting equipment
      ‐ provision of health, safety and welfare training
      ‐ hazard warnings
      • Specific project requirements:
      ‐ contract
      ‐ organisational policy
      ‐ site, construction, induction and installation operations
      ‐ risk assessments
      ‐ demolition
      ‐ control of nuisance (e.g. noise, dust, transport and waste management)
      ‐ language
      ‐ first-aid arrangements
      ‐ statutory notices
      ‐ accident and incident reporting
      3. Establish and manage project team activities
      • Project team:
      ‐ client
      ‐ design and development consultants
      ‐ potential contractors
      ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ partners in the development programme
      ‐ facilities/asset managers
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ the client
      ‐ prospective occupiers/owners
      ‐ local community
      ‐ regulatory authorities
      ‐ government agencies
      ‐ facilities/asset managers
      • Requirements of the development brief and schedule:
      ‐ key decision stages
      ‐ objectives and targets
      ‐ scheduling and timetabling
      ‐ statutory deadlines
      ‐ team meetings
      ‐ procurement
      ‐ concurrent design and construction
      ‐ levels of design refinement at key decision stages
      ‐ level of risk/confidence
      • Communication:
      ‐ orally
      ‐ written
      ‐ electronically
      • Methods for project development, evaluation, modification, monitoring and updating:
      ‐ responsibilities
      ‐ format
      ‐ content
      ‐ indexing
      ‐ distribution
      ‐ reviewing
      ‐ resolving conflicts
      ‐ revising
      ‐ quality control/assurance
      ‐ storage
      ‐ security
      ‐ retrieval
      ‐ statutory approval
      ‐ integration of data
      ‐ Building Information Modelling
      • Investigation:
      ‐ documentary search
      ‐ investigative research
      ‐ site investigation
      ‐ consultation with stakeholders
      ‐ physical/virtual models
      ‐ insurance risk/opportunities associated with new technology
      ‐ adaptation and mitigation
      4. Implement project organisation and communication systems
      • Organisational and communication needs:
      ‐ site management
      ‐ site/head office interface
      ‐ contract administration
      ‐ health, safety, and welfare
      ‐ environmental strategy
      ‐ Common Data Environment (CDE)
      ‐ team working
      ‐ design information management
      ‐ Building Information Modelling
      • Information about people’s roles and responsibilities:
      ‐ individual job descriptions, responsibilities and competence
      ‐ organisation charts
      ‐ contractual arrangements
      ‐ team
      ‐ skills, training and development
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ clients
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ third parties including public
      ‐ utility providers
      ‐ emergency services
      ‐ people working on site
      ‐ site visitors
      ‐ statutory authorities
      ‐ off-site manufacturing/suppliers
      ‐ facility/asset managers
      • Methods of communicating, reporting, recording and retrieving:
      ‐ oral
      ‐ written
      ‐ graphic
      ‐ electronic
      • Resources:
      ‐ people
      ‐ plant and equipment
      ‐ materials and components
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ information (digital models, drawings, graphical & non-graphical electronic data files)
      ‐ work area and facilities
      5. Obtain and evaluate project feedback information and make improvements
      • Improvements from feedback:
      ‐ management procedures
      ‐ client, design and construction team performance
      ‐ working arrangements
      ‐ formal and informal communications
      ‐ quality assurance and control
      ‐ design and technical appraisal
      ‐ operational appraisal
      ‐ performance in use
      ‐ energy use
      ‐ benchmarking
      ‐ sustainability
      ‐ post project review
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ the design team
      ‐ CDM co-ordinator (or recognised body under the CDM code of practice)
      ‐ specialist consultants
      ‐ the client
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ site inspectorate
      ‐ users
      ‐ managing agents
      ‐ stakeholders
      ‐ facility/asset managers
      • Feedback information:
      ‐ contract documentation
      ‐ project documentation
      ‐ organisational documentation
      ‐ standard communication details
      ‐ user feedback
      ‐ specification amendments
      ‐ product information
      ‐ government and statutory publications
      ‐ research and advisory data
      ‐ periodicals and abstracts
      • Methods and sources:
      ‐ project records and documentation
      ‐ Building Information Modelling
      ‐ application and methodology
      ‐ open book accounting
      ‐ site inspections
      ‐ scientific research and data
      ‐ studies of performance in use
      ‐ meetings
      ‐ questionnaires
      ‐ reports
      ‐ warranty claims
      ‐ Post Construction Evaluation (PCE)
      ‐ Post Occupancy Evaluation (POE)
      • Databases:
      ‐ manual files
      ‐ Building Information Model object library
      ‐ model templates
      ‐ standard drawings
      ‐ specifications
      ‐ pro-forma
      ‐ on-line
      ‐ quality management systems
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      Construction Senior Management
    26. Manage teams in construction management
      COSCSMO01 This standard is about identifying the team resources that are needed to deliver a particular project, and how the significant factors will impact on your team selection. You will select the project team following contractual and statutory rules and recognised industry processes.
      duty
      1. Select and form a project team 1 identify the team resources that are needed and where they can be obtained, and select those that meet agreed timescales and budget limits 2 identify any significant factors which will affect the number, type and availability of team resources 3 evaluate the quality and potential reliability of team resources and circulate the results to decision makers 4 negotiate and agree proposals of contractual arrangements for team resources which are likely to produce an effective team and follow necessary rules and formalities 5 follow the rules and formalities for obtaining team resources
      2. Develop and maintain working relationships 6 develop, maintain and encourage working relationships with people which promote goodwill, trust and respect 7 inform people about work activities in an appropriate level of detail and with an appropriate degree of urgency 8 offer advice and help to people about work activities with sensitivity and encourage questions, requests for clarification and comments 9 present proposals for action clearly to people at an appropriate time and with the right level of detail for the degree of change, expenditure and risk involved 10 clarify with people objections to proposals and suggest alternative proposals
      knowledge
      1. Select and form a project team 1 what to identify as the team resources that are needed and where they can be obtained (understanding) 2 how and why to select team resources that meet agreed timescales and budget limits (evaluation) 3 what to identify as significant factors which will affect the number, type and availability of team resources (understanding) 4 how and why to evaluate the quality and potential reliability of team resources (evaluation) 5 how to circulate to decision makers the results of the evaluations of the quality and reliability of team resources (application) 6 how and why to negotiate proposals of contractual arrangements for team resources (synthesis) 7 how and why to agree proposals of contractual arrangements for team resources (evaluation) 8 how to follow the rules and formalities for obtaining team resources (application)
      2. Develop and maintain working relationships 9 how and why to develop working relationships with people which promote goodwill, trust and respect (synthesis) 10 how to maintain working relationships with people which promote goodwill, trust and respect (application) 11 how to encourage working relationships with people which promote goodwill, trust and respect (application) 12 how to inform people about work activities in an appropriate level of detail and with an appropriate degree of urgency (application) 13 how and why to offer advice and help to people about work activities (synthesis) 14 how to encourage questions, requests for clarification and comments (application) 15 how to present proposals for action to people (application) 16 how to clarify with people objections to proposals (application) 17 how and why to suggest alternative proposals where objections have been raised (synthesis)
      context
      1. Select and form a project team
      • Team Resources:
      ‐ management
      ‐ technical staff
      ‐ specialist sub-contractors
      ‐ specialist services
      ‐ workforce
      • Significant factors:
      ‐ location
      ‐ cost
      ‐ time
      ‐ skills, experience and knowledge required and availability
      ‐ training and development requirements
      ‐ impact of new technology processes and materials on skills
      ‐ diversity
      ‐ language
      ‐ accreditation requirements
      • Rules and formalities:
      ‐ contractual
      ‐ statutory
      ‐ recognised industry processes
      ‐ organisational processes
      ‐ certification of competence
      2. Develop and maintain working relationships
      • Working relationships:
      ‐ formal (contractual and statutory)
      ‐ informal
      • People:
      ‐ clients and customers
      ‐ employers
      ‐ employees
      ‐ statutory & regulatory bodies
      ‐ users and community groups
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ partners
      ‐ near neighbours
      ‐ occupiers
      ‐ general public
      ‐ people with specific access and communication needs
      ‐ suppliers of products and services
      ‐ government agencies
      ‐ non-English speakers
      • Promote goodwill, trust and respect:
      ‐ demonstrating a duty of care
      ‐ ethical relationships
      ‐ professional independence
      ‐ honouring promises and undertakings
      ‐ honest relationships
      ‐ constructive relationships
      ‐ equal opportunities
      ‐ acknowledge diversity
      • Inform, offer advice, present and clarify:
      ‐ orally
      ‐ in writing
      ‐ using graphics
      ‐ electronically
      • Work activities:
      ‐ proposals and their impact
      ‐ progress
      ‐ results
      ‐ achievements
      ‐ potential problems
      ‐ risks
      ‐ opportunities
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    27. Manage the installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works
      COSVR758 This standard is about managing the installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works, that are consistent with site requirements, and adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. interpret and confirm the relevance of the following information in relation to the supervision of installing, maintaining and removing temporary works:
      • drawings
      • design brief
      • check certificates
      • hold points
      • permits to work
      • risk classification
      • implementation plan
      • inspection and test plan
      • specifications
      • schedules
      • method statements
      • risk assessments
      • manufacturers’ information
      2. observe current legislation and official guidance to the work environment to ensure protection and safety of the workforce, the general public, visitors, and the environment by application of information relating to at least six of the following:
      • methods of work
      • risk assessment
      • safe use and storage of tools
      • safe use of access equipment
      • traffic management
      • emergency plans
      • fire safety/ hot works
      • lifting plans
      • environmental factors
      3. identify, assess and maintain the following resources for temporary works
      • people
      • plant, equipment or machinery
      • materials and components
      • sub-contractors
      • information
      • work and facilities
      • waste management
      • utilities (power, water, lighting)
      4. confirm that all materials, equipment and tooling is correct prior to installation
      5. manage the installation of the temporary works in accordance with the programme of works to meet the needs of organisational and other stakeholder procedures
      6. keep accurate records of work progress checks, faults, problems, corrective actions, quantities involved and maintain safe working methods and practices
      7. handover the temporary works in accordance with organisational procedures
      8. manage the removal of the temporary works in accordance with the programme of works to meet the needs of organisational and other stakeholder requirements
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • how to interpret the given design information relating to the work and resources to confirm its accuracy, completeness and relevance to the building type and construction and record and report issues in relation to the following:
      ‐ drawings
      ‐ design brief
      ‐ check certificates
      ‐ hold points
      ‐ permit to work
      ‐ risk classification
      ‐ implementation plan
      ‐ inspection and test plan
      ‐ specifications
      ‐ schedules
      ‐ method statements
      ‐ risk assessments
      ‐ manufacturers’ information
      • the characteristics, uses and limitations of temporary works including but not limited to:
      ‐ pedestrian and vehicular access
      ‐ earthworks: trenches, excavations, temporary slopes and stockpiles
      ‐ structures: formwork, falsework, propping, façade retention, needling, shoring, edge protection, scaffolding, temporary bridges, site hoarding and signage, site fencing and cofferdams
      ‐ equipment and plant foundations: tower crane bases, supports, anchors and ties for construction hoists and mast climbing work platforms, piling platforms and groundworks to provide suitable locations for plant and lifting equipment erection
      ‐ dewatering
      ‐ non-permanent vehicle restraint systems
      ‐ traffic management
      • how to identify the correct sequence of work for installation, maintenance and removal of temporary works
      • how to implement the organisational requirements, to report inappropriate; design briefs, design check certification, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, electronic data, written and verbal instructions, permits, manufacturers' information, official guidance associated with installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works
      • the organisational requirements to solve problems with the information
      • why it is important to follow the organisational requirements
      2. Observe legislation and guidelines
      • how to comply with relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied to install and maintain safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices including:
      ‐ communicate and coordinate with the responsible person
      ‐ methods of work
      ‐ safe use of health and safety control equipment
      ‐ safe use of access equipment
      ‐ safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      ‐ specific risks to health
      • why communication and coordination with the responsible person as denoted by industry standards is required
      • the organisational requirements for the security of temporary works
      • why it is important to follow the correct sequence of work when installing and removing temporary works installations
      3. Identify, assess, maintain and record the acquisition of resources
      • how to identify, assess and record the acquisition of the following resources:
      ‐ people
      ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
      ‐ materials and components
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ Information
      ‐ work and facilities
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ utilities (power, water, lighting)
      • how to assess the quality of the resources
      • how to maintain the resources for work activities
      • how any problems and defects associated with the resources are reported
      • hazards associated with the temporary works materials, supports, components, fittings and fixings, hand tools, portable power tools and equipment and methods of installation
      • project and organisational requirements to obtain a permit to load from the relevant responsible person as denoted by industry standards
      4. Confirm that all materials, equipment and tooling is correct
      • how to implement organisational procedures, to report inappropriate; materials, machinery and equipment associated with the installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works
      • why reporting inappropriate materials, machinery and equipment associated with installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works is required
      5. Maintain and monitor work progress reports
      • how to keep and maintain accurate records of work progress by managing checks of the temporary works
      • why accurate records, to maintain and monitor work progress are needed
      • how to communicate and suggest corrective actions and changes to the programme
      6. Installation of Temporary Works
      • how the installation of the works in accordance with the programme and schedule is to be carried out to meet the needs of the organisation and other stakeholders
      • the hazards associated with temporary works materials, supports, components, fittings, fixings and tooling in relation to the installation of temporary works
      • why deadlines should be kept in the installation and removal of temporary works structures
      7. Handover the works
      • why handover of temporary works to the responsible person, as denoted by organisational procedures, is required
      • how to identify and confirm the responsible person for temporary works
      • how to obtain certificates of sign-off works from the responsible person
      8. Removal of temporary works
      • how the removal of the works in accordance with the programme and schedule is to be carried out to meet the needs of the organisation and other stakeholders
      • the hazards associated with temporary works materials, supports, components, fittings, fixings and tooling in relation to the removal of temporary works
      • the project and organisational procedures to obtain permission from the responsible person to remove the temporary works
      • how to comply with organisational procedures to manage the removal of temporary works
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    28. Manage the preparation and submission of estimates, bids and tenders in construction management
      COSCSMO12 This standard is about managing the technical content of the tendering process.
      duty
      1. Evaluate estimate, bid and tender enquiry documentation 1 check the tender details and tender requirements and confirm them with decision makers 2 summarise the tender requirements accurately and pass them on for comment to decision makers 3 identify any points of concern in the tender documents and refer them to decision makers for them to clarify and resolve 4 evaluate the tender documents against the agreed criteria and assess whether the organisation is capable of meeting the tender requirements 5 identify and assess any contractual and legal issues which might affect the project 6 investigate the tender documents within budgets and tender time limits 7 draw accurate conclusions about tender requirements within the limits of the tender information which is available, and which provide an objective basis for making a decision on whether to make a bid 8 keep information about tender enquiries in confidence and only pass it on to people who have the authority to receive it
      2. Assess the resource requirements and costs within an estimate, bid and tender 9 develop a proposed method statement and draft programme which meet the tender requirements 10 ensure that the resources needed are calculated accurately from available sources, resource availability is investigated and the information is presented so that the requirements can be costed and planned 11 ensure that resource costs are estimated by calculating an accurate cost for each item which is required 12 ensure that the cost is modified to take into account any external factors which may affect the cost projections 13 produce the overall estimate of costs and check that it is complete, accurate and in a form which is suitable for a judgement to be made 14 explain and clarify the projected costs to support the calculations 15 recommend payment schedules which will meet known cash flow requirements
      3. Finalise and submit an estimate, bid and tender offer 16 identify and evaluate, realistically, the risks and opportunities involved in a successful tender offer 17 identify and specify any alternatives and qualifications to the original tender requirements which may improve the organisation's ability to carry out the work 18 apply a profit margin and payment schedule which meets the objectives and strategy of the organisation 19 check that the tender offer is complete and accurate and conforms to house style and make any necessary modifications 20 present and support the tender offer in a manner which maximises its acceptability 21 collate, arrange and submit the tender offer information in accordance with procurement requirements 22 collect together all the tender offer information, record it, store it securely and only pass it on to people who have the authority to receive it
      knowledge
      1. Evaluate estimate, bid and tender enquiry documentation 1 how to check the tender details and tender requirements (application) 2 how to confirm the tender requirements with decision makers (application) 3 how to summarise the tender requirements accurately (application) 4 how to pass summaries of the tender requirements on for comment to decision makers (application) 5 what to identify as any points of concern in the tender documents (understanding) 6 how to refer any points of concern in the tender documents to decision makers for them to clarify and resolve (application) 7 how and why to evaluate the tender documents against the agreed criteria (evaluation) 8 how and why to assess whether the organisation is capable of meeting the tender requirements (analysis) 9 what to identify as any contractual and legal issues which might affect the project (understanding) 10 how and why to assess any contractual and legal issues which might affect the project (analysis) 11 how and why to investigate the tender documents within budgets and tender time limits (analysis) 12 how and why to draw accurate conclusions about tender requirements within the limits of the tender information which is available, and which provide an objective basis for making a decision on whether to make a bid (evaluation) 13 how to keep information about tender enquiries in confidence (application) 14 how to pass on information about tender enquiries on to people who have the authority to receive it (application)
      2. Assess the resource requirements and costs within an estimate, bid and tender 15 how and why to develop a proposed method statement and draft programme which meet the tender requirements (evaluation) 16 how to ensure that the resources needed are calculated accurately from available sources, resource availability is investigated and the information is presented so that the requirements can be costed and planned (application) 17 how to ensure that resource costs are estimated by calculating an accurate cost for each item which is required (application) 18 how to ensure that the cost is modified to take into account any external factors which may affect the cost projections (application) 19 how to produce the overall estimate of costs (application) 20 how to check that the overall estimate of costs is complete, accurate and in a form which is suitable for a judgement to be made (application) 21 how to explain the projected costs to support the calculations (application) 22 how to clarify the projected costs to support the calculations (application) 23 how and why to recommend payment schedules which will meet known cash flow requirements (synthesis)
      3. Finalise and submit an estimate, bid and tender offer 24 what to identify as the risks and opportunities involved in a successful tender offer (understanding) 25 how and why to evaluate, realistically, the risks and opportunities involved in a successful tender offer (evaluation) 26 what to identify as any alternatives and qualifications to the original tender requirements which may improve the organisation's ability to carry out the work (understanding) 27 how and why to specify any alternatives and qualifications to the original tender requirements which may improve the organisation's ability to carry out the work (evaluation) 28 how to apply a profit margin and payment schedule which meets the objectives and strategy of the organisation (application) 29 how to check that the tender offer is complete and accurate and conforms to house style (application) 30 how to make any necessary modifications to the tender offer (application) 31 how to present and support the tender offer in a manner which maximises its acceptability (application) 32 how to collate the tender offer information in accordance with procurement requirements (application) 33 how to arrange the tender offer information in accordance with procurement requirements (application) 34 how to submit the tender offer information in accordance with procurement requirements (application) 35 how to collect together all the tender offer information (application) 36 how to record the tender offer information (application) 37 how to store the tender offer information securely (application) 38 how to pass the tender offer information on to people who have the authority to receive it (application)
      context
      1. Evaluate estimate, bid and tender enquiry documentation
      • Tender:
      ‐ contractor
      ‐ sub/works/trade contractor
      ‐ supply
      ‐ consultants
      • Tender requirements:
      ‐ construction
      ‐ installation and maintenance work
      ‐ supply of goods and materials
      ‐ consultancy services
      • Decision makers:
      ‐ clients and their agents
      ‐ colleagues
      ‐ line managers and directors
      ‐ specialists - internal or external to organisation
      • Points of concern:
      ‐ inconsistent with the policy of the organisation
      ‐ discrepancies within enquiry information
      ‐ tender procedure requirements
      ‐ quantitative requirements
      ‐ qualitative requirements
      ‐ contractual requirements
      • Tender documents:
      ‐ invitation to tender
      ‐ form of tender
      ‐ returns procedure
      ‐ survey reports
      ‐ specifications
      ‐ graphical and non-graphical electronic data files
      ‐ drawing schedule and programme
      ‐ bills of quantities
      ‐ health, safety and welfare requirements
      ‐ scope of services
      ‐ terms and conditions
      ‐ schedule of rates
      ‐ environmental requirements
      ‐ procedures for submitting tenders
      ‐ evaluation criteria and procedures
      • Agreed criteria:
      ‐ change to organisational capability
      ‐ financial
      ‐ viability of tendering information
      ‐ current workload
      ‐ type of work
      ‐ competence of people
      ‐ timescale (tender and contract)
      ‐ social and political policies
      ‐ environmental impact
      ‐ location
      ‐ potential completion
      • Legal issues:
      ‐ planning
      ‐ health and safety
      ‐ environmental
      ‐ ownership
      ‐ common law rights
      ‐ European Union requirements
      2. Assess the resource requirements and costs within an estimate, bid and tender
      • Tender requirements:
      ‐ construction
      ‐ installation and maintenance work
      ‐ supply of goods and materials
      ‐ consultancy services
      ‐ purchasing
      ‐ low carbon and resource efficient procurement
      ‐ invitation to tender
      ‐ form of tender
      ‐ technology required
      ‐ procedures for submitting tenders
      • Resources:
      ‐ people (in-house & external)
      ‐ plant and equipment
      ‐ materials
      ‐ finance
      ‐ time
      ‐ supply options
      • Available sources:
      ‐ client brief
      ‐ tender enquiry documentation
      ‐ site measurements/visits
      ‐ survey reports
      ‐ scaled drawings
      ‐ schedules
      ‐ method statements
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ specialist contractors and suppliers
      • Estimate:
      ‐ cost based on a quotation
      ‐ elemental cost data
      ‐ unit cost built up from basic data
      ‐ internal and historical cost data
      ‐ published cost data
      • Calculate cost:
      ‐ manual
      ‐ electronic
      • External factors:
      ‐ variations over time
      ‐ location
      ‐ statutory and contractual requirements
      ‐ special working conditions and methods
      ‐ resourcing conditions
      ‐ competition
      3. Finalise and submit an estimate, bid and tender offer
      • Risks and opportunities:
      ‐ environmental and sustainability
      ‐ social
      ‐ financial and market fluctuations
      ‐ political
      ‐ technical
      ‐ health and safety
      ‐ reputation
      ‐ competence of people
      • Tender offer:
      ‐ contractor
      ‐ sub/works/trade contractor
      ‐ supply
      ‐ consultancy
      ‐ purchase
      • Alternatives and qualifications:
      ‐ specifications and materials
      ‐ methods of construction
      ‐ services
      ‐ time-scales
      ‐ supply options
      ‐ price offer options
      ‐ whole life value
      • Tender requirements:
      ‐ construction
      ‐ installation and maintenance work
      ‐ supply of goods and materials
      ‐ consultancy services
      ‐ delivery
      • Present:
      ‐ orally
      ‐ in writing
      ‐ graphically
      ‐ using computer models
      ‐ electronically
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    29. Manage your personal development
      COSVR740 This standard is about improving the development of yourself through personal planning, action and review and measuring and recording achievement against identified standards in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. define and record your aims and objectives for undertaking personal development
      2. access at least three of the following sources of support and guidance to identify recognised standards to manage your personal development
      • national organisations
      • industry organisations and associations
      • professional institutions
      • further education organisations
      • training providers
      • in-house resources
      • line manager
      • colleagues
      • trade periodicals and journals
      • social media
      • online resources
      • certification bodies
      3. analyse the current level of your knowledge and performance against selected and recognised standards
      4. develop a profile of your competence and personal development needs and record the outcomes
      5. prepare and record a development plan for achieving identified development needs
      6. undertake development activities aimed at achieving identified development needs, reviewing and recording progress and the effectiveness of the activities
      7. obtain, accept and record feedback from people who can judge your performance and provide objective, valid feedback
      8. review the cycle of personal development aims and objectives to revise and update aims and objectives to suit changing circumstances and record the outcomes
      knowledge
      1. Aims and objectives
      • how to define your aims and objectives based on the following for undertaking development
      ‐ preparation for new assignment
      ‐ intellectual challenge
      ‐ continued professional development (CPD)
      ‐ professional competence
      ‐ compliance with employer
      ‐ professional body membership requirements
      ‐ promotion and role change
      ‐ awareness of personal strengths and areas of focus
      • why you need to define aims and objectives
      2. Support and guidance
      • how to access the following sources of support and guidance to identify recognised standards
      ‐ national organisations
      ‐ industry organisations and associations
      ‐ Professional Institutions
      ‐ further education organisations
      ‐ training providers
      ‐ in house resources
      ‐ line manager
      ‐ colleagues
      ‐ trade periodicals and journals
      ‐ social media
      ‐ online resources
      ‐ certification bodies
      • why you need to access the following recognised standards for you to undertake personal development
      ‐ job descriptions
      ‐ professional institution requirements
      ‐ national occupational standards
      ‐ industry recognised standards
      3. Analyse performance
      • how to analyse your current level of knowledge and performance against the following selected and recognised standards
      ‐ job descriptions
      ‐ professional institution requirements
      ‐ national occupational standards
      ‐ industry recognised standards
      • how to develop a profile of your personal development needs based on the following:
      ‐ maintenance of existing competence
      ‐ improvements to existing skills
      ‐ improvements to existing knowledge
      ‐ development of new skills and knowledge
      ‐ commitment to professional excellence
      • why you need to develop a profile of your personal development needs
      4. Profile of competence
      • how to develop a profile of your knowledge and competence against the following identified recognised standards
      ‐ job descriptions
      ‐ professional institution requirements
      ‐ national occupational standards
      ‐ industry recognised standards
      • how to measure achievement of the following identified personal development needs
      ‐ maintenance of existing competence
      ‐ improvements to existing skills
      ‐ improvements to existing knowledge
      ‐ improvements to existing competence
      ‐ development of new skills and knowledge
      ‐ commitment to professional excellence
      5. Development plan
      • how to prepare a personal development plan based on the following
      ‐ maintenance of existing competence
      ‐ improvements to existing skills
      ‐ improvements to existing knowledge
      ‐ development of new skills and knowledge
      ‐ commitment to professional excellence
      • why you need to prepare a personal development plan
      6. development activities
      • how to undertake development activities to achieve personal development needs
      • how to review and record progress and evaluate the effectiveness of the activities
      7. Obtain and accept feedback
      • how to obtain, accept and record feedback from people who can judge your performance and provide objective, valid feedback
      • why you need to obtain and accept feedback
      8. Review, revise and update
      • how to review the cycle of the following personal development aims and objectives
      9. Personal development
      • maintenance of existing competence
      ‐ improvements to existing skills
      ‐ improvements to existing knowledge
      ‐ development of new knowledge and skills
      ‐ commitment to professional excellence
      10. Aims and objectives
      • preparation for new assignment
      ‐ intellectual challenge
      ‐ continued professional development (CPD)
      ‐ professional competence
      ‐ compliance with employer
      ‐ professional body membership requirements
      ‐ promotion and role change
      ‐ awareness of personal strengths and weaknesses
      • how to revise and update aims and objectives to suit changing circumstances
      • why reviewing, revising and updating your personal development plan is required
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    30. Monitor project activities
      COSVR730 This standard is about monitoring information, monitoring personnel, providing them with details of their job responsibilities, planning, organising and controlling site and project resources to meet planned and unplanned situations in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. give adequate written notification(s) to all the stakeholders who will be affected about when work will start, how long it will take and when it will finish and confirm all dates in writing
      2. communicate and agree a programme and method with people who will be doing the work that integrates operations and keep records in accordance with organisational requirements
      3. identify, record and obtain information requirements before work starts including but not limited to the following
      • survey reports
      • design
      • contractual
      • statutory consents
      • contractor’s pre-planning information
      • health safety and environmental plan
      • method statements
      • programmes
      • checks carried out to verify the competence of the workforce including but not limited to industry certification schemes, cards, competence schemes, qualifications, certificates and training
      4. organise attendance for sub-contractors including but not limited to the following
      • welfare facilities
      • work specifications
      • security and fencing
      • utilities
      • traffic management
      • access and egress
      • off-loading and loading
      • dimensional control
      • storage
      • records of attendance
      5. organise and keep records of meetings and communications with sub-contractors to discuss project or contract requirements and attendances including but not limited to
      • time
      • quality
      • cost
      • statutory consents and notifications
      • sustainability
      • environment
      6. plan, schedule, obtain and maintain sufficient resources of the appropriate type which will meet the project requirements and timescales for at least three of the following
      • people
      • plant, equipment and machinery¬¬
      • materials and components
      • sub-contractors
      • information
      7. organise and control the site and resources so that conditions are safe and the site is tidy by producing a record of site maintenance activities including but not limited to the following
      • plan of the site showing storage and waste management areas
      • hoardings and security arrangements
      • signage
      • access and egress
      • safety and emergency response
      • welfare facilities
      • personal protective equipment (PPE)
      8. develop contingency plans to meet special requirements and minimise disruption to those likely to be affected by the works programme
      9. maintain records or plans showing how disruption has been minimised for special requirements and contingencies which include records of delegated tasks to other team members including but not limited to the following
      • sequencing
      • archaeology
      • heritage issues
      • stakeholders
      • environmental considerations
      • vehicular and public access
      • health and safety and emergencies
      • hazards and site conditions
      • trespass
      • statutory regulations and limitations
      • political intervention
      knowledge
      1. Notification
      • how to give adequate notice to all the stakeholders, including but not limited to the following, who will be affected, by when the work will start, how long will it take and when it will finish
      ‐ client
      ‐ customer or their representative
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ third parties
      ‐ public services
      ‐ emergency services
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ people working on site
      ‐ statutory authorities
      ‐ near neighbours
      ‐ residents
      • how to confirm all dates in writing
      • why it is important to confirm arrangements in writing
      2. Communicate and agree programme
      • how to agree the following programmes with stakeholders who will be doing the work
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ network analysis
      ‐ critical path
      ‐ action lists
      ‐ method statements
      • why it is important to agree programmes and methods with the people who will be doing the work
      • how to communicate programmes and methods to the people who will be doing the work
      3. Information
      • how to identify, record and obtain the following information requirements before work starts
      ‐ survey reports
      ‐ design
      ‐ contractual
      ‐ statutory consents
      ‐ contractor’s pre-planning information
      ‐ health safety and environmental plan
      ‐ method statements
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ checks carried out to verify the competence of the workforce including but not limited to industry certification schemes, cards, competence schemes, qualifications, certificates and training
      4. Organise attendance
      • how to organise the following attendance by contract or agreement for sub-contractors and attending workforce
      ‐ welfare facilities
      ‐ work specifications
      ‐ security and fencing
      ‐ utilities
      ‐ traffic management
      ‐ access and egress
      ‐ off-loading and loading
      ‐ dimensional control
      ‐ storage
      ‐ records of attendance
      • why it is important to organise and record attendance by contract or agreement for sub-contractors in accordance with project requirements and contractual agreements
      5. Meetings and communications
      • how to organise and keep records of meetings and communications with sub-contractors to discuss project or contract requirements and attendances to include but not limited to
      ‐ time
      ‐ quality
      ‐ cost
      ‐ statutory consents and notifications
      ‐ sustainability
      ‐ environment
      • why it is important to organise and keep records of meetings and communications with sub-contractors to discuss project or contract requirements and attendances
      6. Plan, schedule, obtain and maintain resources
      • how to identify and plan the use of the following resources
      ‐ people
      ‐ plant, equipment and machinery
      ‐ materials and components
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ Information
      • why it is important to plan and schedule the use of resources
      • how to ensure sufficient resources are obtained and maintained
      7. Organise and control the site
      • how to organise and control the site and resources so that the site is safe and tidy
      • how to produce records of site maintenance activities which include
      ‐ plan of the site showing storage and waste management areas
      ‐ hoardings and security arrangements
      ‐ signage
      ‐ access and egress
      ‐ safety and emergency response
      ‐ welfare facilities
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • why it is important to organise and control the site and resources and produce records of site maintenance activities
      8. Contingency plans
      • how to develop plans to meet the following special requirements and contingencies
      ‐ elimination of waste
      ‐ archaeological
      ‐ heritage issues
      ‐ occupiers
      ‐ environmental considerations
      ‐ vehicular access and egress
      ‐ Hazards
      ‐ trespass
      ‐ near neighbours
      ‐ public access
      ‐ site conditions
      • why it is important to develop plans to meet special requirements and contingencies
      9. Delegate responsibilities
      • when and why it is important to delegate responsibilities under contingency plans
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    31. Organise, control and monitor supplies of materials
      COSVR733 This standard is about organising, controlling and monitoring supplies of materials by managing the supply of materials for the project, evaluating the performance of the supply chain and making improvements in the acquisition, storage and use of materials for the project in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. analyse project requirements in line with operational plans to ensure quantities and supplies of materials meet organisational requirements and develop a delivery schedule
      2. analyse calculations for delivery and lead times and ensure records of delivery schedule and traffic management are maintained
      3. identify and record alternatives to the supply of materials to improve the following
      • economy of usage
      • cost
      • environmental impact
      • sustainability
      4. ensure orders are prepared in line with organisational and/or project requirements to meet the delivery schedule
      5. promote goodwill and trust with suppliers and users to ensure the delivery schedule is maintained through positive negotiation
      6. implement and record the organisational or project systems for the monitoring of the delivery schedule, materials and supplier performance to ensure they meet the project specification
      7. analyse records of the following identified factors used in materials control
      • quality
      • quantity
      • payment to suppliers
      • approval by client, customer or their representative
      • programming
      8. identify and record problems with supply and take action to resolve them
      9. identify and record revisions to the delivery schedule to facilitate change or minimise disruption to the programme
      knowledge
      1. delivery schedule
      • how to analyse operational plans and quantities to assess what raw materials, manufactured materials, components and prefabricated systems will be required
      • how to calculate delivery and lead times for supplies of materials
      • why it is necessary to analyse organisational and project plans and quantities to assess what materials will be required
      • the factors involved in developing a delivery schedule
      2. Delivery and lead times
      • how to analyse calculations for delivery and lead times and ensure records of delivery schedule and traffic management are maintained
      • why delivery schedules and construction logistics plans are required
      3. Supply improvements
      • how to identify and record alternative materials in relation to
      ‐ economy of usage
      ‐ cost
      ‐ environmental impact
      ‐ sustainability
      • how standardisation and alternative materials can assist a project
      • why opportunities for standardisation and alternative materials should be considered
      4. Prepare orders
      • how to check what materials are needed to maintain programme and project requirements
      • how to ensure appropriate orders are prepared
      • why it is important to make checks and ensure appropriate orders are prepared
      5. Conduct negotiations and meetings
      • how to promote goodwill and trust with suppliers and users to ensure the delivery schedule is maintained through positive negotiation in relation to
      ‐ elimination or reduction of waste
      ‐ recycling and re-use
      ‐ quantity
      ‐ quality considerations
      ‐ availability
      ‐ lead time
      ‐ life expectancy or deterioration
      ‐ Maintenance
      ‐ storage and handling facilities
      ‐ environmental considerations
      ‐ ethical and sustainability considerations
      ‐ health and safety considerations
      ‐ logistics
      ‐ damage
      ‐ loss or theft
      ‐ supplier service
      ‐ archaeology
      ‐ heritage issues
      • how to maintain goodwill and trust
      • why goodwill and trust should be maintained
      • why it is important to conduct formal and informal meetings with suppliers and users
      6. Implement systems
      • how to implement an organisational or project system, that analyses the following factors which will inform the delivery schedule
      ‐ quality
      ‐ quantity
      ‐ payment to suppliers
      ‐ approval by client, customer or their representative
      ‐ programming
      ‐ cost
      • how to implement an organisational or project system to monitor materials and the performance of suppliers against the agreed supply requirements
      • how to identify and record any improvements
      • why it is important to analyse performance of suppliers against the delivery schedule
      7. Materials control
      • how to analyse records of the following identified factors used in materials control
      ‐ quality
      ‐ quantity
      ‐ payment to suppliers
      ‐ approval by client, customer or their representative
      ‐ programming
      • why it is important to analyse factors in materials control
      8. Identify problems
      • how to identify and record problems with supply and the action taken to resolve them
      • why it is important to identify and record problems with supply and the action taken to resolve them
      9. Identify changes
      • how to identify changes likely to result in over or under supply
      • how to modify the delivery schedule to minimise disruption to the programme by ensuring supplies of raw materials, manufactured materials, components and prefabricated systems are available
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    32. Plan and schedule the maintenance activities of property, services or systems
      COSVR741 This standard is about producing work programmes and specifications for maintenance activities, sequencing resources for the maintenance activities and ensuring the maintenance activities are completed within the agreed budget, to the agreed quality and within the agreed time in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. implement and record regular inspections to confirm the project requirements for at least three of the following maintenance activities for the following property, services or systems:
      2. identify, review and record the consideration of at least four of the following influencing factors and three of the following guidance materials about the property, service or system to be maintained
      3. prioritise and record the maintenance activities to take account of identified influencing factors whilst maintaining consistency
      4. identify and record at least four of the following changing circumstances
      • susceptibility to damage
      • safety requirements
      • need to inhibit, and respond to deterioration
      • weather conditions
      • ground or site conditions
      • environmental conditions
      • use or change of use
      • current legislation
      • resources
      • security threats
      • client, customer or their representative
      • reports and surveys
      • historical data
      • planning or statutory consents
      5. ensure maintenance activity records of actions carried out and data collected are current for at least four of the following
      • inspections
      • faults or problems
      • corrective actions
      • costs
      • resources
      • complaints
      • delays
      6. identify, assess and obtain at least two of the following necessary resources for maintenance activities
      • people
      • plant, equipment or machinery
      • materials and components
      • sub-contractors
      • information
      • work area and facilities
      • waste management
      • utility providers
      7. prepare plans and schedules for at least three of the following maintenance activities and negotiate and agree them with stakeholders
      • planned maintenance activities
      • tendered works
      • responsive works
      • preventative maintenance work
      • cost estimated works
      • seasonal maintenance
      • traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
      • emergency works
      • contingency plans
      knowledge
      1. project requirements
      • how to confirm project requirements for the following maintenance activities of the following property, systems or services
      2. Maintenance activities
      • remedial
      ‐ scheduled
      ‐ unscheduled
      ‐ preventative
      ‐ corrective
      ‐ emergency
      3. Property, services or systems
      • highways
      ‐ traffic controls
      ‐ structures
      ‐ external structure
      ‐ internal structure
      ‐ historical or conservation interests
      ‐ internal fabric
      ‐ external fabric
      ‐ utilities and services
      ‐ landscaping
      • who to consult with to confirm project requirements
      4. Identify and review
      • how to identify and review the following influencing factors
      ‐ organisational requirements
      ‐ project requirements
      ‐ current legislation
      ‐ resource allocation
      ‐ working requirements
      ‐ environmental considerations
      ‐ near neighbours
      ‐ weather conditions
      ‐ ground or site conditions
      ‐ sustainability
      ‐ client, customer or their representative
      ‐ reports and surveys
      ‐ archaeology
      ‐ heritage issues
      ‐ planning and statutory consents
      • how to identify and review the following guidance materials
      ‐ plans, drawings or diagrams
      ‐ owner’s manuals
      ‐ log books
      ‐ maintenance schedules and manuals
      ‐ practice guides and specifications
      ‐ current legislation and official guidance
      ‐ historical data
      ‐ existing records
      ‐ surveys
      • why it is important to identify and review influencing factors against guidance materials
      5. Prioritise maintenance activities
      • how to prioritise and record the maintenance activities to take account of identified influencing factors whilst maintaining consistency
      • why it is important to prioritise and record the maintenance activities to take account of identified influencing factors whilst maintaining consistency
      • how to assess the following influencing factors
      ‐ organisational requirements
      ‐ project requirements
      ‐ current legislation
      ‐ resource allocation
      ‐ working requirements
      ‐ environmental considerations
      ‐ near neighbours
      ‐ weather conditions
      ‐ ground or site conditions
      ‐ sustainability
      ‐ client, customer or their representative
      ‐ reports and surveys
      ‐ archaeology
      ‐ heritage issues
      ‐ planning and statutory consents
      • how to prioritise the following maintenance activities
      ‐ planned maintenance
      ‐ tendered works
      ‐ responsive works
      ‐ preventative maintenance work
      ‐ cost estimated work
      ‐ seasonal maintenance
      ‐ traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
      ‐ emergency works
      ‐ Contingency plans
      • why it is important to assess influencing factors and prioritise maintenance activities
      6. changing circumstances
      • how to account for the following changing circumstances
      ‐ susceptibility to damage
      ‐ safety requirements
      ‐ need to inhibit, and respond to deterioration
      ‐ weather conditions
      ‐ ground or site conditions
      ‐ environmental conditions
      ‐ use or change of use
      ‐ current legislation
      ‐ Resources
      ‐ security threats
      ‐ client, customer or their representative
      ‐ reports and surveys
      ‐ historical data
      ‐ planning and statutory consents
      • how to amend priorities when reviewing the following influencing factors:
      ‐ organisational requirements
      ‐ project requirements
      ‐ current legislation
      ‐ resource allocation
      ‐ working requirements
      ‐ environmental considerations
      ‐ near neighbours
      ‐ weather conditions
      ‐ ground or site conditions
      ‐ sustainability
      ‐ client, customer or their representative
      ‐ reports and surveys
      ‐ archaeology
      ‐ heritage issues
      ‐ planning and statutory consents
      7. recording systems
      • why activity records and data collected for the following work and maintenance activities needs to be current
      8. Activity records and data collected
      • inspections
      ‐ faults or problems
      ‐ corrective actions
      ‐ costs
      ‐ Resources
      ‐ complaints
      ‐ delays
      9. maintenance work
      • remedial
      ‐ scheduled
      ‐ unscheduled
      ‐ preventative
      ‐ corrective
      ‐ emergency
      10. Maintenance activities
      • planned maintenance work
      ‐ tendered works
      ‐ responsive works
      ‐ preventative maintenance work
      ‐ cost estimated work
      ‐ seasonal maintenance
      ‐ traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
      ‐ emergency works
      ‐ Contingency plans
      • how to ensure that records of the following activities and data are current
      ‐ inspections
      ‐ faults or problems
      ‐ corrective actions
      ‐ costs
      ‐ Resources
      ‐ complaints
      ‐ delays
      11. Resources
      • how to identify the following necessary resources for maintenance activities
      12. Resources
      • people
      ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
      ‐ materials and components
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ Information
      ‐ work area and facilities
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ utility providers
      13. Maintenance activities
      • planned maintenance work
      ‐ tendered works
      ‐ responsive works
      ‐ preventative maintenance work
      ‐ cost estimated work
      ‐ seasonal maintenance
      ‐ traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
      ‐ emergency works
      ‐ Contingency plans
      • how to assess the quantity and quality of resources for maintenance activities
      • how to maintain the necessary resources for the maintenance work of the following property, systems or services
      ‐ highways
      ‐ traffic controls
      ‐ structures
      ‐ external structure
      ‐ internal structure
      ‐ historical or preservation interests
      ‐ internal fabric
      ‐ external fabric
      ‐ utilities and services
      ‐ landscaping
      14. Plans and schedules
      • how to prepare plans and schedules for the following maintenance activities
      ‐ planned maintenance work
      ‐ tendered works
      ‐ responsive works
      ‐ preventative maintenance work
      ‐ cost estimated work
      ‐ seasonal maintenance
      ‐ traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
      ‐ emergency works
      ‐ Contingency plans
      • how to negotiate and agree plans and schedules with decision-makers
      • why it is important plans and schedules for the following maintenance activities
      ‐ planned maintenance work
      ‐ tendered works
      ‐ responsive works
      ‐ preventative maintenance work
      ‐ cost estimated work
      ‐ seasonal maintenance
      ‐ traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
      ‐ emergency works
      ‐ Contingency plans
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    33. Plan the installation of retrofit works
      COSVR756 This standard is about managing the installation planning for retrofit works by managing pre-installation checks, building inspections, technical and procedural risks, reviewing information sources, recording and reporting issues and recommending corrective actions, contributing to the project programming and planning of works to include a selection of resources in accordance with organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. evaluate and implement pre-installation checks to identify technical and procedural risks for at least nine of the following:
      • accuracy and completeness of project information
      • building condition
      • health and safety hazards
      • fire safety
      • temporary works
      • protection of existing fabric and services
      • suitability of materials
      • working in and around buildings and their occupants and neighbouring properties
      • environment and ecology including but not limited to safeguarding protected species
      • heritage significance
      • discovery of architectural or archaeological features
      2. implement external and internal pre-installation building inspections, and record and report findings to relevant stakeholders to include:
      • suitable access
      • property suitability
      • adjoining structures
      • structural integrity
      • hazardous materials
      • dampness
      • decay
      • exposure ratings
      • combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
      • services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
      3. implement and record suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate risks arising from external and internal pre-installation building inspections to include:
      • suitable access
      • property suitability
      • adjoining structures
      • structural integrity
      • hazardous materials
      • dampness
      • decay
      • exposure ratings
      • combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
      • services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
      4. implement and record suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate technical and procedural risks for at least eight of the following:
      • accuracy and completeness of project information
      • building condition
      • health and safety hazards
      • fire safety
      • temporary works
      • protection of existing fabric and services
      • suitability of materials
      • working in and around buildings and their occupants and neighbouring properties
      • environment and ecology including but not limited to safeguarding protected species
      • heritage significance
      • discovery of architectural or archaeological features
      5. identify, review and confirm information sources against on site conditions to contribute to the retrofit works plan, risk assessments and method statements for at least six of the following:
      • drawings, design and specification information
      • building Pto industry standards
      • manufacturers technical information and product data sheets
      • sub-contractor methods and scope of works
      • surveys
      • tests
      • examinations
      • specialist reports
      • statutory consents
      • current legislation, official and technical guidance
      • written scheme of investigation (WSI) for archaeology
      6. record and report issues with the planned retrofit works and recommend corrective actions for at least seven of the following information sources:
      • risk assessments
      • method statements
      • drawings, design and specification information
      • building Pto industry standards
      • manufacturers technical information and product data sheets
      • sub-contractor methods and scope of works
      • surveys
      • tests
      • examinations
      • specialist reports
      • statutory consents
      • current legislation, official and technical guidance
      • the limitations, defects of the materials and their characteristics
      • written scheme of investigation (WSI) for archaeology
      7. contribute to the project programme and plan the sequence of works for the installation of retrofit works, including but not limited to:
      • repair
      • stabilisation
      • temporary works
      • opening-up and investigations
      • removal of fabric, structure or services, and making good
      • preparing the building for installation of fabric measures
      • installation of fabric, structure or services
      • testing
      • commissioning
      • handover
      8. plan the efficient use of resources required for retrofit works, including but not limited to:
      • materials and components
      • services
      • plant, equipment or machinery
      • workforce
      • information
      • site facilities
      • waste management
      • structures
      • storage of materials within specified parameters
      knowledge
      1. Evaluate and implement pre-installation checks to identify technical and procedural risks
      • why it is important to evaluate and implement pre-installation checks to identify technical and procedural risks and how to do this
      • why it is important to determine accuracy and completeness of project information and how to do this
      • the implications of building conditions and common building defects for retrofit works including but not limited to:
      ‐ moisture ingress including, but not limited to, damp, salts and causes of dampness, rain penetration, rising damp
      ‐ internal moisture vapour
      ‐ poor indoor air quality
      ‐ inadequate ventilation
      ‐ existing and damaged services
      ‐ structural defects
      • the importance of building condition and repair and maintenance as the first stage in energy efficiency improvements
      • specific health and safety hazards including but not limited to poor ventilation (roof space, inside the property and under floor) and services
      • the principles of building design for fire safety and the key components of the building and their implications for retrofit works
      • the primary causes of failure to fire safety systems and their potential impact on users and occupants, building safety and each other, including compartmentation
      • how to implement temporary works as required during retrofit works
      • why it is important to explain the Whole Building approach to energy efficiency retrofit comprising building fabric, services, any low zero carbon technologies, renewable technologies and occupant behaviour, and how to do this
      • how to identify traditional and protected buildings including the difference in performance characteristics between traditional and modern materials and construction methods with particular reference to the breathability and permeability characteristics of traditional building fabric
      • how to identify building fabric, building structure, materials and construction methods for buildings of different ages including alterations and additions
      • the materials proposed are suitable and in sufficient quantity to achieve the design outcomes
      • how to work in and around buildings and their occupants including neighbouring properties and site constraints
      • the potential environmental and ecological impacts of retrofit works and how to respond including but not limited to safeguarding protected species
      • how to explain key terms and concepts including but not limited to:
      ‐ heritage values
      ‐ heritage significance
      ‐ heritage impact assessment
      ‐ conservation principles
      ‐ sustainable development
      ‐ management of traditional and historic buildings and structures
      • legislation and official guidance including but not limited to heritage, traditional and protected buildings
      • why it is important to report the discovery of architectural or archaeological features to relevant stakeholders, and how to do this
      2. Implement pre-installation building inspections
      • why implementation of external and internal pre-installation building inspections, and recording and reporting findings to relevant stakeholders is required
      • how to implement external and internal pre-installation building inspections and record and report to stakeholders for the following:
      ‐ suitable access
      ‐ property suitability
      ‐ adjoining structures
      ‐ structural integrity
      ‐ hazardous materials
      ‐ dampness,
      ‐ decay
      ‐ exposure ratings
      ‐ combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
      ‐ services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
      ‐ invasive species
      • how to identify, assess and respond to hazards including hazardous materials, fire safety and flues and ventilation (incorrectly installed, blocked, damaged and insufficient)
      3. Implement and record control measures to mitigate risks from pre-installation building inspections
      • why implementation and recording of suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate risks arising from external and internal pre-installation building inspections is required
      • how to implement and record suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate risks arising from external and internal pre-installation building inspections for the following:
      ‐ suitable access
      ‐ property suitability
      ‐ adjoining structures
      ‐ structural integrity
      ‐ hazardous materials
      ‐ dampness,
      ‐ decay
      ‐ exposure ratings
      ‐ combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
      ‐ services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
      ‐ invasive species
      • how to record and report the key issues from external and internal pre-installation building inspections that may affect the commencement of the work whilst working within your authority to rectify or suspend works
      4. Implement and record controls to mitigate risks
      • why suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate the technical and procedural risks need to be implemented and recorded
      • how to determine, implement and record suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate the technical and procedural risks for the following:
      ‐ accuracy and completeness of project information
      ‐ building condition
      ‐ health and safety hazards
      ‐ fire safety
      ‐ temporary works
      ‐ protection of existing fabric and services
      ‐ suitability of materials
      ‐ working in and around buildings and their occupants and neighbouring properties
      ‐ environment and ecology including but not limited to safeguarding protected species
      ‐ heritage significance
      ‐ discovery of architectural and archaeological features
      • how to use due diligence to apply the principles and intent of fire safety legislation and guidance relating to the retrofit design, construction, management and use of the building
      • the issues relating to the control of work onsite interpreting any statutory or manufacturers requirements for testing and maintaining fire prevention and protection systems and records
      • the principles and benefits of effective fire risk management and the required mitigation measures to deliver safe buildings
      • how to recognise, record and report the key issues from technical and procedural risks that may affect the commencement of the work whilst working within your authority to rectify or suspend works
      5. Identify and review information sources
      • why identification and review of information sources against on-site conditions to contribute to the retrofit works plan, risk assessments and method statements are required for the following:
      ‐ drawings, design and specification information
      ‐ building Pto industry standards
      ‐ manufacturers’ technical information and product data sheets
      ‐ sub-contractor methods and scope of works
      ‐ surveys
      ‐ tests
      ‐ examinations
      ‐ specialist reports
      ‐ statutory consents
      ‐ current legislation, official and technical guidance
      ‐ written scheme of investigation (WSI) for archaeology
      • how to identify and review information sources against on site conditions to contribute to the retrofit works plan, risk assessments and method statements for the following:
      ‐ drawings, design and specification information
      ‐ building Pto industry standards
      ‐ manufacturers’ technical information and product data sheets
      ‐ sub-contractor methods and scope of works
      ‐ surveys
      ‐ tests
      ‐ examinations
      ‐ specialist reports
      ‐ statutory consents
      ‐ current legislation, official and technical guidance
      ‐ written scheme of investigation (WSI) for archaeology
      • why it is important to comply with relevant legal duties and fire safety standards during the construction phase of retrofit works, and how to do this
      • why documented information for fire safety including advising and sharing information with end-users and relevant stakeholders is required
      • the range of energy assessment tools used for both domestic and non-domestic buildings
      • the range of hygrothermal assessment tools for both domestic and non-domestic buildings
      • sources of heat loss and heat gains
      • explain heat loss through fabric, U values and calculations and thermal bridging
      • the difference between one off, incremental and whole building retrofit plans
      • how to review low carbon improvement plans
      6. Report issues and recommend corrective actions
      • why it is important and how to report issues with planned retrofit works and suggest corrective actions for the following:
      ‐ risk assessments
      ‐ method statements
      ‐ drawings, design and specification information
      ‐ building Pto industry standards
      ‐ manufacturers’ technical information and product data sheets
      ‐ sub-contractor methods and scope of works
      ‐ surveys
      ‐ tests
      ‐ examinations
      ‐ specialist reports
      ‐ statutory consents
      ‐ current legislation, official and technical guidance
      ‐ the limitations, defects of the materials and their characteristics
      ‐ written scheme of investigation (WSI) for archaeology
      • the principles and factors affecting the fire safety of users and explain the impact on the building and performance in relation to retrofit works
      7. Contribute to the project programme, planning and sequencing of works
      • why contributing to the project programmes and method statements for working on and around existing buildings and structures are required
      • how to contribute to a project programme for working on and around existing buildings and structures
      • how to produce method statements for working on and around existing buildings and structures
      • why planning the sequence of works for the installation of retrofit works is required
      • how to plan the sequence of works for the installation of retrofit works:
      ‐ repair
      ‐ stabilisation
      ‐ temporary works
      ‐ opening-up and investigations
      ‐ removal of fabric, structure or services, and making good
      ‐ preparing the building for installation of fabric measures
      ‐ installation of fabric, structure or services
      ‐ testing
      ‐ commissioning
      ‐ handover
      • why it is required and how to identify and plan to avoid potential thermal and hygrothermal technical and performance risks of failure through planning and sequencing of works including but not limited to:
      ‐ thermal bridges
      ‐ ventilation
      ‐ thermal bypass
      ‐ condensation and interstitial condensation
      ‐ alterations in structure including materials, components and the building
      ‐ moisture movement
      ‐ optimisation of heating systems
      • the implications to planning and sequencing of offsite construction methods and onsite assembly
      8. Plan the resources required
      • why it is important to plan the efficient use of resources required for retrofit works and how to do this for the following:
      ‐ materials and components
      ‐ services
      ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
      ‐ workforce
      ‐ Information
      ‐ site facilities
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ structures
      ‐ storage of materials within specified parameters
      • how to recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and how to resource accordingly including but not limited to:
      ‐ electrical
      ‐ asbestos
      ‐ radon
      ‐ heritage
      ‐ ecology
      ‐ ventilation
      ‐ fire safety
      • the principles of due diligence to deliver specialist skills as they apply to obtaining, electing and appointing contractors, selecting suppliers, executing work and record keeping
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    34. Plan the preparation of the site for the project
      COSVR729 This standard is about pre-start and ongoing planning, implementation of arrangements for the project at the place of work and ensuring safe, healthy, environmentally responsible and secure site operations in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. assemble, review and record at least four of the following types of information used in the preparation of the project plan, clarify and verify information which is not clear and update it for production planning purposes
      • survey reports
      • design information
      • contractual information
      • statutory consents
      • contracts pre-planning information
      • health, safety and environmental plans
      • risk assessments and method statements
      • programmes and schedules
      • team competency
      • sub-contractor arrangements and attendance
      2. identify at least four of the following factors for consideration, record them and distribute the information to the people who may be affected
      • occupiers
      • near neighbours
      • public access
      • site conditions
      • environment considerations
      • vehicular access and egress
      • security and trespass
      • public utilities
      • heritage issues
      • archaeological
      • sustainability
      • temporary works
      3. plan for traffic management and identify access and egress points for the site and works which are safe, convenient and minimise disruption
      4. organise and record at least four of the following resources assigned for the preparation of site operations
      • people
      • plant, equipment or machinery
      • materials and components
      • sub-contractors
      • information
      • work area and facilities
      • waste management
      • utility providers
      5. provide and record accurate details about the proposed work, site access and egress, layout, evacuation and hazards to the utility and emergency services
      6. make and record the arrangements identified before work starts and review as work progresses for site safety and welfare
      7. implement and record the procedures and arrangements for environmental protection and security
      8. implement and record the procedures and arrangements for temporary works
      9. plan, record and distribute information about the site layout for operational purposes including plans showing resources and materials delivery, storage and waste collection locations and arrangements for recycling
      10. record the types and locations of notices, which provide information that complies with current organisational requirements
      11. ensure the notices are placed correctly and implement a maintenance schedule
      knowledge
      1. Assemble and review information
      • how to assemble the following information used in the preparation of the project plan
      ‐ survey reports
      ‐ design information
      ‐ contractual information
      ‐ statutory consents
      ‐ contracts pre-planning information
      ‐ health, safety and environmental plans
      ‐ risk assessments and method statements
      ‐ programmes and schedules
      ‐ team competency
      ‐ sub-contractor arrangements and attendance
      • how to clarify information that is not clear and keep it up to date
      • why it is important to assemble and clarify information and keep it up to date
      2. Identify factors
      • how to identify and record the following relevant factors for consideration when planning
      ‐ occupiers
      ‐ near neighbours
      ‐ public access
      ‐ site conditions
      ‐ environment considerations
      ‐ vehicular access and egress
      ‐ security and trespass
      ‐ public utilities
      ‐ the potential risks of works impacting in the cultural significance of the historic environment
      ‐ the specific requirements for buildings and structures of traditional (pre 1919) construction or of architectural, historical or archaeological significance
      ‐ sustainability
      ‐ temporary works
      • how to pass on records of factors considered to people who will be affected
      • why it is important to pass considered and recorded factors to people who will be affected
      3. Identify access and egress points
      • how to identify access and egress points for the site and works which are the most convenient for works traffic and which minimise disruption in relation to:
      ‐ current organisational requirements
      ‐ local traffic
      ‐ access and egress control
      ‐ security
      ‐ parking
      ‐ visitors
      ‐ site induction
      ‐ occupiers
      ‐ near neighbours
      ‐ traffic management
      • how to prepare a traffic management plan
      4. Organise resources
      • how to organise and assign the following resources for site preparation
      ‐ people
      ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
      ‐ materials and components
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ Information
      ‐ work area and facilities
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ utility providers
      • how to utilise the resources used in site preparation for project work or tasks
      5. Passing information
      • how to give details about the following proposed work to utility and emergency services
      ‐ new build
      ‐ infrastructure
      ‐ demolition
      ‐ extension
      ‐ alteration
      ‐ refurbishment
      ‐ temporary works
      ‐ installation
      ‐ conservation
      • how to record and provide details on site access and egress, layout, evacuation and hazards to utility and emergency services
      • why it is important to provide details on site access and egress, layout, evacuation and hazards to utility and emergency services
      6. Site safety, welfare and security
      • how to ensure adequate site safety and welfare for the following proposed work is implemented and recorded:
      ‐ new build
      ‐ infrastructure
      ‐ demolition
      ‐ extension
      ‐ alteration
      ‐ refurbishment
      ‐ temporary works
      ‐ installation
      ‐ conservation
      ‐ retrofit works
      • how to ensure adequate site security
      • how to ensure arrangements for health, safety, welfare and security are reviewed as work progresses
      7. environmental protection
      • how to make consideration of relevant factors when arranging site environmental protection
      ‐ occupiers
      ‐ near neighbours
      ‐ public access
      ‐ site conditions
      ‐ environment considerations
      ‐ vehicular access and egress
      ‐ security and trespass
      ‐ public utilities
      ‐ the potential risks of works impacting on the cultural significance of the historic environment
      ‐ the specific requirements for buildings and structures of traditional (pre 1919) construction or of architectural, historical or archaeological significance, heritage issues
      ‐ sustainability
      8. temporary works
      • how to implement and record the procedures and arrangements for temporary works
      • why it is important to implement procedures and arrangements for temporary works
      9. Plan site layout
      • how to plan the site layout to include the following
      ‐ storage
      ‐ temporary accommodation
      ‐ work areas
      ‐ plant
      ‐ temporary services
      ‐ access and egress
      ‐ security
      ‐ continuing use by occupiers
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ pollution control
      ‐ provision for prefabricated components and systems
      ‐ existing fabric
      • how to record the site layout for operational purposes including plans showing resources and materials delivery, storage and waste collection locations and arrangements for recycling and pass information about the plans to the people on the site
      10. Types and location of notices
      • how to record the types and locations of site notices
      • how to ensure the signs comply with current organisational requirements
      11. Position and maintenance of notices
      • how to ensure the notices are positioned correctly
      • how to implement a maintenance schedule
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      1. Construction Site Management
      2. Controlling Lifting Operations (Construction)
    35. Plan Tunnelling activities
      COSVR743 This standard is about implementing tunnelling requirements, prioritising tunnelling activities and identifying and scheduling tunnelling requirements with decision-makers, in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. determine and record at least two of the following tunnelling activities against the input of information from at least five of the following information sources
      2. identify and review at least three of the following influencing factors relating to the work environment and record the outcomes
      • organisational requirements
      • contractual requirements
      • statutory requirements
      • resource allocation
      • working requirements
      • environmental considerations
      • weather conditions
      • ground conditions
      3. prioritise activities by assessing and accounting for all the influencing factors
      4. identify and review at least two of the following guidance materials and record the outcomes
      • owner’s manuals
      • log books
      • maintenance schedules and manuals
      • practice guides and specifications
      • current legislation and official guidance
      • organisational procedures
      • historical data
      5. amend priorities to take account of at least four of the following changing circumstances whilst maintaining consistency with the influencing factors
      • susceptibility to damage
      • safety requirements
      • need to inhibit and respond to deterioration
      • compromised operational effectiveness
      • weather conditions
      • unidentified obstructions
      • meeting current legislation
      • resources
      • security threats
      • ground conditions
      • face instability
      6. prepare plans and programmes for at least three of the following activities then negotiate, agree and record them with stakeholders
      • mobile plant and machinery operations
      • back up services installation, operations, maintenance or removal
      • spoil removal
      • access equipment erection, maintenance or removal
      • pipejacking operations
      • micro tunnelling operations
      • excavation and/or installation of supports
      • shaft and tunnel construction
      • tunnel transport
      • spraying concrete lining
      • operating separation plant
      • temporary works
      • lifting loads
      knowledge
      1. Determine work requirements
      • how to determine work requirements for the following tunnelling activities against the following information sources:
      2. Tunnelling activities
      • mobile plant and machinery operations
      ‐ back up services installation, maintenance or removal
      ‐ spoil removal
      ‐ access equipment erection, maintenance or removal
      ‐ pipejacking operations
      ‐ micro tunnelling operations
      ‐ excavation and installation of supports
      ‐ shaft and tunnel construction
      ‐ tunnel transport
      ‐ spraying concrete lining
      ‐ operating separation plant
      ‐ temporary works
      ‐ lifting loads
      3. Information sources
      • survey reports
      ‐ site investigations
      ‐ drawings
      ‐ schedules and specifications
      ‐ contractual
      ‐ statutory consents
      ‐ risk assessments and method statements
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ records about the competence of people
      ‐ sub-contractor arrangements
      ‐ health, safety and environmental plan
      ‐ material suppliers
      ‐ tunnelling plans
      • who to consult to confirm work requirements
      4. Identify and review influencing factors
      • how to identify and review the following influencing factors:
      ‐ organisational requirements
      ‐ contractual requirements
      ‐ statutory requirements
      ‐ resource allocation
      ‐ working requirements
      ‐ environmental considerations
      ‐ weather conditions
      ‐ ground conditions
      5. prioritise activities
      • how to assess and account for the following influencing factors:
      ‐ organisational requirements
      ‐ contractual requirements
      ‐ statutory requirements
      ‐ resource allocation
      ‐ working requirements
      ‐ environmental considerations
      ‐ weather conditions
      ‐ ground conditions
      • how to prioritise the following tunnelling activities:
      ‐ mobile plant and machinery operations
      ‐ back up services installation, maintenance or removal
      ‐ spoil removal
      ‐ access equipment erection, maintenance or removal
      ‐ pipejacking operations
      ‐ micro tunnelling operations
      ‐ excavation and installation of supports
      ‐ shaft and tunnel construction
      ‐ tunnel transport
      ‐ spraying concrete lining
      ‐ operating separation plant
      ‐ temporary works
      ‐ lifting loads
      • why it is important to prioritise tunnelling activities
      6. Guidance materials
      • how to identify and review the following guidance materials:
      ‐ owner’s manuals
      ‐ log books
      ‐ maintenance schedules and manuals
      ‐ practice guides and specifications
      ‐ current legislation and official guidance
      ‐ organisational procedures
      ‐ historical data
      • why it is important to review influencing factors against guidance materials
      7. Amend priorities
      • how to take account of the following changing circumstances
      ‐ susceptibility to damage
      ‐ safety requirements
      ‐ need to inhibit and respond to deterioration
      ‐ compromised operational effectiveness
      ‐ weather conditions
      ‐ unidentified obstructions
      ‐ meeting current legislation
      ‐ Resources
      ‐ security threats
      ‐ ground conditions
      ‐ face instability
      • how to amend priorities when reviewing the following influencing factors
      ‐ organisational requirements
      ‐ contractual requirements
      ‐ statutory requirements
      ‐ resource allocation
      ‐ working requirements
      ‐ environmental considerations
      ‐ weather conditions
      ‐ ground conditions
      8. Prepare plans and programmes
      • how to prepare plans and programmes for the following tunnelling activities
      ‐ mobile plant and machinery operations
      ‐ back up services installation, maintenance or removal
      ‐ spoil removal
      ‐ access equipment erection, maintenance or removal
      ‐ pipejacking operations
      ‐ micro tunnelling operations
      ‐ excavation and installation of supports
      ‐ shaft and tunnel construction
      ‐ tunnel transport
      ‐ spraying concrete lining
      ‐ operating separation plant
      ‐ temporary works
      ‐ lifting loads
      • how to negotiate and agree plans and programmes with stakeholders
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      Construction Site Management
    36. Prepare and agree a project brief and outline programme in construction management
      COSCSMO05 This standard is about managing projects and the team that delivers design solutions to meet the project brief. It is about ascertaining stakeholders' requirements, exploring the constraints and risks and agreeing deliverables to meet the various demands and needs. You must have a detailed knowledge of the stakeholders' areas of operation and future aspirations. You need to clarify the project stakeholders' understanding of project processes and peoples' roles and responsibilities.
      duty
      1. Prepare proposal for a project brief 1 identify and agree the stakeholders' requirements, opinions and aspirations and prepare a project proposal 2 select data which is relevant and valid, analyse it and qualify its status 3 estimate and confirm the cost and timescale of the project 4 review the cost implications of adopting alternative design, construction, services, financing and use strategies and agree them with stakeholders 5 prepare a draft brief clearly, accurately, unambiguously and within the time agreed, and present the brief to stakeholders 6 explain and discuss any significant constraints, opportunities and areas of uncertainty relating to the project 7 modify the draft to reflect the discussion and relevant points which have been raised 8 negotiate a clear and mutually acceptable agreement on the brief which is in sufficient detail to allow work to start on the next stage of the project
      2. Develop a project outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief 9 review the requirements of the brief and check and clarify initial assumptions about the project outline programme with stakeholders 10 develop a realistic outline programme for the project stages which takes account of identified constraints 11 discuss the outline programme with stakeholders and agree any necessary modifications to the brief, outline programme and constraints 12 prepare, present and agree an outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief and the expectations of stakeholders
      3. Identify, assess and agree project requirements and stakeholder preferences 13 clarify the project stakeholders' understanding of project processes and procedures and the roles of those who need to be involved 14 identify and agree with project stakeholders what their goals and priorities are both now and for the future 15 clarify the project stakeholders' circumstances and requirements, the options available and the constraints and risks which might apply to the project 16 advise and guide project stakeholders about new regulatory or technological requirements and innovations to enable them to make informed decisions 17 summarise and present the project requirements and stakeholders' preferences 18 evaluate project requirements and stakeholders' preferences which do not appear to be realistic and recommend valid options and record agreement
      knowledge
      1. Prepare proposal for a project brief 1 what to identify as stakeholders' requirements opinions and aspirations (understanding) 2 how and why to agree the stakeholders' requirements opinions and aspirations (evaluation) 3 how to prepare a project proposal (application) 4 how and why to select data which is relevant and valid (evaluation) 5 how and why to analyse data and qualify its status data (analysis) 6 how and why to estimate the cost and timescale of the project (analysis) 7 how to confirm the cost and timescale of the project (application) 8 how and why to review the cost implications of adopting alternative design, construction, services, financing and use strategies (analysis) 9 how and why to agree the cost implications of adopting alternative design, construction, services, financing and use strategies with stakeholders (evaluation) 10 how and why to prepare a draft brief clearly, accurately, unambiguously and within the time agreed (synthesis) 11 how to present the brief to stakeholders (application) 12 how to explain any significant constraints, opportunities and areas of uncertainty relating to the project (application) 13 how and why to discuss any significant constraints, opportunities and areas of uncertainty relating to the project (synthesis) 14 how to modify the draft to reflect the discussion and relevant points which have been raised (application) 15 how and why to negotiate a clear and mutually acceptable agreement on the brief which is in sufficient detail to allow work to start on the next stage of the project (synthesis)
      2. Develop a project outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief 16 how and why to review the requirements of the brief (analysis) 17 how to check and clarify the initial assumptions about the project outline programme with stakeholders (application) 18 how and why to develop a realistic outline programme for the project stages which takes account of identified constraints (synthesis) 19 how to discuss the outline programme with stakeholders (application) 20 how and why to agree any necessary modifications to the brief, outline programme and constraints (evaluation) 21 how and why to prepare an outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief and the expectations of stakeholders (synthesis) 22 how to present an outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief and the expectations of stakeholders (application) 23 how and why to agree an outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief and the expectations of stakeholders (evaluation)
      3. Identify, assess and agree project requirements and stakeholder preferences 24 how to clarify the project stakeholders' understanding of project processes and procedures and the roles of those who need to be involved (application) 25 what to identify as the project stakeholders' goals and priorities both now and in the future (understanding) 26 how and why to agree with the project stakeholders what their goals and priorities are both now and in the future (evaluation) 27 how to clarify the project stakeholders' circumstances and requirements, the options available and the constraints and risks which might apply to the project (application) 28 how and why to advise project stakeholders about new regulatory or technological requirements and innovations to enable them to make informed decisions (synthesis) 29 how and why to guide project stakeholders about new regulatory or technological requirements and innovations to enable them to make informed decisions (synthesis) 30 how to summarise the project requirements and stakeholders' preferences (application) 31 how to present the project requirements and stakeholders' preferences (application) 32 how and why to evaluate project requirements and stakeholders' preferences which do not appear to be realistic (evaluation) 33 how and why to recommend valid options to meet project requirements and stakeholders' preferences (synthesis) 34 how to record agreement on valid options to meet project requirements and stakeholders' preferences (application)
      context
      1. Prepare a proposal for a project brief
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ the client
      ‐ the client's financial advisers
      ‐ statutory authorities
      ‐ CDM co-ordinator (or responsible body under CDM regulations)
      ‐ project managers
      ‐ potential contractors
      ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ potential investors
      ‐ funding agencies
      ‐ independent client adviser
      ‐ user groups
      ‐ community groups
      ‐ facilities/asset managers
      • Project proposal - will consider:
      ‐ the client's requirements
      ‐ project stage information requirements
      ‐ user requirements
      ‐ design quality requirements
      ‐ ergonomic requirements
      ‐ community requirements
      ‐ procurement requirements
      ‐ physical requirements
      ‐ resource requirements
      ‐ construction requirements
      ‐ legal requirements
      ‐ cost requirements
      ‐ business opportunities and objectives
      ‐ risk factors
      ‐ health, safety and welfare requirements
      ‐ current and future needs
      ‐ energy, water and natural resource management
      ‐ compliance with local, regional national development strategies
      ‐ Building Information Modelling
      ‐ insurance risks/opportunities associated with new technologies
      ‐ adaptation and mitigation
      • Review:
      ‐ cost benefit analysis
      ‐ whole life costing
      ‐ value management
      ‐ feasibility studies
      ‐ elemental cost planning
      • Present:
      ‐ orally
      ‐ in writing
      ‐ graphically
      ‐ electronically
      2. Develop a project outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief
      • Programme:
      ‐ timetable
      ‐ phasing
      ‐ integration of data
      ‐ interaction between design consultants
      ‐ critical path
      ‐ key project stages/gate management plan
      ‐ interface between design, procurement, construction, operation and end use
      ‐ interaction with design approval stages
      ‐ interaction with construction programme
      ‐ concurrent design and construction
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ the client
      ‐ the client's financial advisers
      ‐ statutory authorities
      ‐ CDM co-ordinator (or responsible body under CDM regulations)
      ‐ project managers
      ‐ potential contractors
      ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ potential investors
      ‐ funding agencies
      ‐ independent client adviser
      ‐ user groups
      ‐ community groups
      ‐ facilities/asset managers
      • Project Stages:
      ‐ Stage 0 (Strategy)
      ‐ Stage 1 (Brief)
      ‐ Stage 2 (Concept)
      ‐ Stage 3 (Definition)
      ‐ Stage 4 (Design)
      ‐ Stage 5 (Build and Commission)
      ‐ Stage 6 (Handover and Closeout)
      • Constraints:
      ‐ work content
      ‐ time duration/sequencing
      ‐ resources available
      ‐ contingencies
      ‐ budget
      ‐ site
      ‐ risk and valuation
      ‐ regulations
      • Expectations:
      ‐ design quality
      ‐ consultation
      ‐ timetable
      ‐ phasing of design development
      ‐ best value
      3. Identify, assess and agree project requirements and stakeholder preferences
      • Clarify the project stakeholders’ circumstances and requirements by:
      ‐ reference to standard documentation
      ‐ checklists
      ‐ client consultation
      ‐ questionnaires
      ‐ comparative field research
      ‐ market research
      ‐ identifying options and alternatives
      ‐ use of benchmarking tool(s)
      ‐ digital exchange
      • Processes and procedures:
      ‐ Project Information Plan
      ‐ Model Delivery Plan
      ‐ information management accountabilities
      ‐ implementation plans
      ‐ capability assessments
      ‐ delivery plans
      ‐ execution plans
      ‐ levels of graphical and non-graphical detail/development
      • Agree:
      ‐ direct with a client
      ‐ by negotiation and agreement with partnering team
      ‐ facilitation
      • Project Stakeholders:
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ the client
      ‐ the client's financial advisers
      ‐ statutory authorities
      ‐ CDM co-ordinator (or responsible body under CDM regulations)
      ‐ project managers
      ‐ potential contractors
      ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ potential investors
      ‐ funding agencies
      ‐ independent client adviser
      ‐ user groups
      ‐ community groups
      ‐ facilities/asset managers
      • Goals and priorities:
      ‐ quantity
      ‐ design quality
      ‐ time
      ‐ use/adaptability/maintenance
      ‐ whole life costs
      ‐ health, safety and welfare
      ‐ sustainability
      ‐ economic benefits
      ‐ community benefits
      ‐ security
      ‐ market demands
      ‐ changing circumstances
      • Constraints and risks:
      ‐ cost
      ‐ time
      ‐ quality
      ‐ health and safety
      ‐ the environment
      ‐ the client's requirements
      ‐ system compatibility
      ‐ system interoperability
      • Present:
      ‐ orally
      ‐ in writing
      ‐ graphically
      ‐ electronically
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    37. Provide advice, judgement and service ethically in construction management
      COSCSMO03 This standard is about obtaining and evaluating information which issufficiently detailed for the purpose and presenting it in anappropriate manner. You will be able to present clear, accurate andvalid technical recommendations, judgement and service ethically.
      duty
      1. Exchange information and present advice on technical issues 1 obtain and evaluate information which is sufficiently detailed for the purpose 2 present technical information and advice which is complete, summarised accurately and relevant to technical issues 3 present technical recommendations and judgements which are clear, accurate and valid, and which represent the best advice possible, given the information and resources available 4 give technical instructions and guidance which are likely to be understood by the people who will follow them 5 present technical recommendations and judgements using a style of communication which is appropriate to the people receiving information and advice 6 adapt and modify the presentation of technical recommendations and judgements where people have difficulties understanding them
      2. Resolve complex indeterminate situations 7 identify where complex indeterminate situations exist, estimate their effects realistically and summarise the issues for the organisation 8 assess the validity and completeness of the information available and identify any significant gaps 9 specify and obtain sufficient additional information to cover any gaps and to provide a valid starting point for the analysis of the situation 10 analyse information and draw valid and justifiable conclusions 11 apply decision making techniques which increase the reliability of the conclusions 12 reflect on the conclusions and interpret them into detailed issues that enable known opportunities and solutions to be identified and utilised for establishing policy
      3. Practice within an ethical framework 13 make judgements and offer advice which balance the needs of the client, the resources available and the needs of people in the community who are directly and indirectly affected 14 take clear and unequivocal personal responsibility for your own decisions and the decisions of others in your organisation 15 behave in an ethical manner and take appropriate action if unethical behaviour is brought to your attention 16 establish a system of communication to report instances of unethical behaviour which encourages responsibility and empowerment at all levels 17 offer judgements and advice which recognise the needs of other people 18 manage criteria that identify offers and contracts which are illegal and which may generate conflicts of interest and reject those that fail the criteria 19 define the limits of your professional expertise and set perimeters to work within them 20 disclose information obtained from clients only to those who have a legitimate right to receive it 21 enter into formal and informal contracts and agreements for advisory and problem-solving services which conform to legal requirements, ethical standards and recognised good practice and that service providers adhere to relevant conditions 22 communicate with clients in a style and manner which maintains professional independence and maximises goodwill and trust 23 define and agree the working practices and the expectations of the people involved in the contract 24 set up and implement systems to protect the individual, and the interests of society and to indemnify clients where the advice given results in loss or damage to the client 25 keep all funds, including interest, held on behalf of clients, separate from personal and organisational funds 26 promote a culture of honesty and equity with people, identify areas of weakness and recommend or implement improvements
      knowledge
      1. Exchange information and present advice on technical issues 1 how to obtain information which is sufficiently detailed for the purpose (application) 2 how and why to evaluate information which is sufficiently detailed for the purpose (evaluation) 3 how to present technical information and advice which is complete, summarised accurately and relevant to technical issues (application) 4 how to present technical recommendations and judgements which are clear, accurate and valid, and which represent the best advice possible, given the information and resources available (synthesis) 5 how and why to give technical instructions and guidance which are likely to be understood by the people who will follow them (application) 6 how to present technical recommendations and judgements using a style of communication which is appropriate to the people receiving information and advice (application) 7 how to adapt the presentation of technical recommendations and judgements where people have difficulties understanding them (application) 8 how to modify the presentation of technical recommendations and judgements where people have difficulties understanding them (application)
      2. Resolve complex indeterminate situations 9 what to identify as complex indeterminate situations (understanding) 10 how and why to estimate realistically the effects of complex indeterminate situations (analysis) 11 how to summarise the issues relating to existing complex indeterminate situations for the organisation (application) 12 how and why to assess the validity and completeness of the information available (analysis) 13 what to identify as any significant gaps in the validity and completeness of the information available (understanding) 14 how and why to specify sufficient additional information to cover any gaps and to provide a valid starting point for the analysis of the situation (evaluation) 15 how to obtain sufficient additional information to cover any gaps and to provide a valid starting point for the analysis of the situation (application) 16 how and why to analyse information (analysis) 17 how and why to draw valid and justifiable conclusions from information (evaluation) 18 how to apply decision making techniques which increase the reliability of the conclusions (application) 19 how and why to reflect on the conclusions (analysis) 20 how and why to interpret the conclusions into detailed issues that enable known opportunities and solutions to be identified and utilised for establishing policy (analysis)
      3. Practice within an ethical framework 21 how and why to make judgements and offer advice which balance the needs of the client, the resources available and the needs of people in the community who are directly and indirectly affected (evaluation) 22 how and why to offer advice which balance the needs of the client, the resources available and the needs of people in the community who are directly and indirectly affected (synthesis) 23 how and why to take clear and unequivocal personal responsibility for your own decisions and the decisions of others in your organisation (evaluation) 24 how to behave in an ethical manner by taking appropriate action if unethical behaviour is brought to your attention (application) 25 how and why to establish a system of communication to report instances of unethical behaviour which encourages responsibility and empowerment at all levels (synthesis) 26 how and why to offer judgements and advice which recognise the needs of other people (synthesis) 27 how and why to manage criteria that identify offers and contracts which are illegal and which may generate conflicts of interest (evaluation) 28 how and why to reject criteria which are illegal and which may generate conflicts of interest that fail the criteria (evaluation) 29 how and why to define the limits of your professional expertise and set perimeters to work within them (evaluation) 30 how to disclose information obtained from clients only to those who have a legitimate right to receive it (application) 31 how and why to enter into formal and informal contracts and agreements for advisory and problem-solving services which conform to legal requirements, ethical standards and recognised good practice and that service providers adhere to relevant conditions (evaluation) 32 how to communicate with clients in a style and manner which maintains professional independence and maximises goodwill and trust (application) 33 how and why to define the working practices and the expectations of the people involved in the contract (evaluation) 34 how and why to agree the working practices and the expectations of the people involved in the contract (evaluation) 35 how and why to set up systems to protect the individual, and the interests of society and to indemnify clients where the advice given results in loss or damage to the client (synthesis) 36 how to implement systems to protect the individual, and the interests of society and to indemnify clients where the advice given results in loss or damage to the client (application) 37 how to keep all funds, including interest, held on behalf of clients, separate from personal and organisational funds (application) 38 how and why to promote a culture of honesty and equity with people (synthesis) 39 what to identify as areas of weakness in the culture (understanding) 40 how and why to recommend improvements to the culture (synthesis) 41 how to implement improvements to the culture (application)
      context
      1. Exchange information and present advice on technical issues
      • Purpose:
      ‐ sharing experience
      ‐ issuing instructions
      ‐ making judgements
      ‐ increasing understanding
      ‐ implementing a solution
      ‐ dealing with confrontation
      ‐ negotiation
      • Present:
      ‐ orally
      ‐ in writing
      ‐ graphically
      ‐ electronically
      • Technical recommendations and judgements include:
      ‐ realistic estimates of the implications of other options which have been considered
      ‐ clear descriptions of the information sources consulted
      ‐ the analysis techniques applied
      ‐ the criteria used for making evaluations and reaching justifiable conclusions
      • People receiving information and advice:
      ‐ peers and other related occupations
      ‐ clients and customers
      ‐ technical and non-technical team members
      ‐ craftspeople and operatives
      ‐ senior and junior colleagues
      ‐ members of the public
      ‐ people with individual needs
      2. Resolve complex indeterminate situations
      • Information:
      ‐ project information
      ‐ own experience and practice
      ‐ manual and electronic information systems (e.g. libraries, technical journals, databases)
      ‐ published research
      ‐ other colleagues and specialists
      ‐ continuing professional development
      • Reflect:
      ‐ comparison between previous cases and the current situation
      ‐ the outcomes required
      ‐ known and anticipated limitations and opportunities
      3. Practice within an ethical framework
      • Conflicts of interest:
      ‐ actions which may mislead other individuals
      ‐ offers which involve the financial interest of the practitioner
      ‐ giving unfair advantage to the practitioner's family or friends
      ‐ as defined by legislation
      • Ethical standards and recognised good practice:
      ‐ personal beliefs
      ‐ mandatory ethical codes of practice within the occupation, discipline or organisation
      ‐ national and international statute law
      ‐ national and international voluntary codes of practice and guidance
      • Systems:
      ‐ organisational policies
      ‐ indemnity insurance
      ‐ guarantees
      ‐ contract conditions
      ‐ bonds
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    duty
    1. Assess the environmental impact of development proposals 1 investigate the requirements for assessing the environmental impact of proposals by examining policy documents, consulting stakeholders and experts 2 select the factors which will be included in the assessment and the criteria to be used for assessing the impact 3 collate relevant data and examine the proposal in its context 4 identify and review alternative solutions which will improve environmental quality and increase sustainability 5 analyse and forecast the environmental impact of the selected factors, both individually and in combination 6 assess, quantify and report on the significance of each factor and suggest measures which will reduce the environmental impact
    2. Evaluate and present sustainable requirements 7 identify goals and priorities for potential development, both currently and in the future 8 investigate and identify the design, function and performance requirements of the potential project 9 investigate economic factors and resources, environmental and ecological factors, and social views that affect the future asset value and sustainability of potential development and consider alternatives 10 evaluate the best balance between the potential asset value and sustainability and project design, function, performance and return on investment 11 present development strategies in a suitable format and justify them to decision makers 12 decide whether and how to implement potential sustainable development projects so as to achieve key requirements
    3. Identify and evaluate sustainable resources 13 investigate, from appropriate information sources, the factors which impact on the utilisation and sustainability of renewable resources 14 assess accurately the costs and implications of the management and replacement of renewable resources 15 identify and summarise appropriate and valid information sources and identify potential alternative resources 16 compare the technical performance and environmental implications of alternative resources with the performance of existing finite resources with a similar function and calculate any variances 17 investigate, assess and recommend suitable strategies for developing alternative resources, which indicate positive technical and environmental advantages 18 present strategies in a suitable format and justify them to stakeholders
    4. Allocate budgets 1 identify responsibilities for budgetary control and allocations under the budget headings of financial plans 2 identify an appropriate method of maintaining overall control of the budget, produce guidance documents and circulate the information to those responsible 3 identify appropriate methods for presenting financial information to responsible personnel 4 issue allocations under budget headings and cash flow calculations and report requirements to those with financial responsibilities 5 authorise expenditure and changes to budgets and issue the information to those responsible 6 identify and agree appropriate methods and timescales for reporting contingencies and variances 7 resolve queries and discrepancies over allocated budgets
    5. Prepare and agree entitlement for reimbursement for loss and expense 8 assess the basis of entitlement and criteria for recovery against the contract and relevant expert opinion, and progress and structure valid entitlement which can be substantiated 9 calculate entitlement accurately from relevant and verified information sources 10 identify the liability for the cost and inform the parties involved in the contract 11 analyse the opposing grounds for the entitlement, structure the entitlement clearly and present them 12 conduct negotiations with the parties involved in the contract in a professional manner 13 negotiate, agree and finalise amendments to the entitlement with the parties involved in the contract 14 record and store documents, back-up information and calculations so that they can be easily accessed for reference and auditing purposes
    6. Control projects against quality standards 1 identify and interpret quality standards from available information and pass them to the project team for their implementation, before they start work 2 set up systems for inspecting, controlling and recording the quality of work against specified quality standards 3 require the non-compliance of quality standards to be addressed and notify the project team if this is not done within a reasonable time 4 inform the project team regularly about significant variations in complying with quality standards, programme and safety and suggest the decisions which they need to make and actions they need to take 5 identify improvements from feedback received and recommend them to the project team 6 agree and record amendments to the contract quality requirements and specifications
    7. Ensure project compliance with legal and contractual requirements 7 identify and interpret legal, contractual and industry standards requirements from available information and clarify them where there is uncertainty 8 ensure that required legal, contractual and industry standards requirements consents are obtained 9 brief the project team about their legal, contractual and industry standards requirements responsibilities to those responsible for implementing them before they start work on the contract 10 develop and implement monitoring systems, collect information regularly and summarise it 11 identify situations which do not comply with legal, contractual and industry standards requirements, investigate the circumstances thoroughly and take responsibility for corrective action 12 identify any changes in legal, contractual and industry standards requirements which may have an impact on the project, summarise the important details and pass this on to the project team 13 complete statutory submissions accurately and on time
    8. Control project progress against agreed programme 14 develop and implement systems to monitor and record information on the progress of the project against the agreed programme 15 collect and analyse information regularly and summarise it 16 identify inadequately and inappropriately specified resources, inform project team and specify and obtain alternative resources 17 ensure that any progress deviations are identified and quantified 18 investigate the circumstances of any deviations thoroughly and agree and implement corrective action 19 recommend options which are most likely to minimise increases in time and help the project progress, and pass these on to the project team 20 regularly inform the project team and stakeholders about progress, changes to the programme, resource needs, and suggest the decisions and actions that need to be taken 21 identify improvements from feedback received and recommend them to project team and stakeholders
    9. Control project value and cost 22 ensure that appropriate project cost control systems are developed and implemented which are able to provide early warning of problems 23 ensure that value and cost data is collected regularly, recorded correctly and passed on to the people who need it in time for them to be able to use it 24 ensure that the correct work value and cost data are calculated from measurement of work quantity and payment rates 25 ensure that accurate value and cost data is prepared and presented in a format which will help people to make decisions 26 ensure that variations and trends in value and cost data are identified and quantify and cost them 27 ensure that any variations are investigated thoroughly and appropriate corrective action or amendment is agreed and implemented with the project team which will restore costs and expenditure to budget 28 ensure that systems and processes are developed and implemented for identifying opportunities for cost savings and recommend them to the project team 29 ensure that realistic opportunities for cost savings are identified and costed correctly and recommend them to the project team
    10. Manage your own resources and undertake continuing personal development in the occupational practice area 1 develop and maintain personal networks of contacts, which are appropriate to meet your current and future needs for information and resources 2 check, on a regular basis, how you are using your time at work and identify possible improvements 3 ensure that your performance consistently meets or goes beyond agreed requirements 4 get regular and useful feedback on your performance from those who are in a good position to judge it and provide you with objective and valid feedback 5 discuss and agree, with those you report to, any changes to your personal work objectives and development plan in the light of performance, feedback received, any development activities undertaken and any wider changes 6 define the personal aims and objectives for undertaking personal development 7 identify and contact sources of support and guidance for undertaking personal development 8 identify and select relevant standards of competence against which personal development can be measured 9 analyse the current personal level of performance against the identified standards of competence and record a profile of present competence and personal development needs 10 prepare a development plan for achieving identified development needs 11 undertake development activities aimed at achieving identified development needs, review and record progress and the effectiveness of the activities 12 measure the achievement of identified development needs and record evidence of competence gained against the identified standards of competence 13 review the cycle of personal development aims and objectives and revise and update aims and objectives to suit changing circumstances
    11. Enable people and yourself to learn and benefit from practice experience 14 identify, through discussion with people, areas where they need help to achieve their agreed competence levels and use the information to produce an agreed personal development plan 15 identify and offer adequate and appropriate opportunities and resources for people to learn 16 select and summarise relevant and up to date information about knowledge and practice in a format which is suitable for distribution and for developing learning materials 17 acknowledge appropriate opportunities to learn from other people 18 advise and coach people so that they can identify their current level of competence, their learning needs and targets 19 select and use appropriate learning techniques and methods which are suitable for the topic and the needs of the individual 20 present information to people using a pace, style and form which is appropriate to their needs 21 encourage people to ask questions, seek clarification and advice when they need help and during learning activities 22 review peoples' progress towards agreed objectives and give realistic and positive feedback on achievements
    12. Identify and assess hazards, and identify risks 1 check that clients are made aware of the relevant health, safety and welfare regulations and legal framework and their obligations in relation to them 2 collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the compliance of designs with relevant health, safety and welfare regulations and legal framework 3 ensure that hazards and their consequences arising from operations and individual activities are identified and prioritised 4 ensure that hazards are assessed to identify the significance of risks on an iterative basis throughout the development process
    13. Make design choices to reduce health and safety risks 5 ensure that identified hazards are eliminated and reduced whilst developing and modifying designs and conflicting demands are taken into account 6 ensure that community measures are given equal priority over project measures when reducing risks 7 take responsibility for ensuring that the risk reduction measures comply with relevant health and safety regulations and guidelines 8 ensure that the information needed by other people involved is recorded in any design documentation so that they can comply with their duties under relevant health and safety regulations 9 promote the implementation of the risk reduction measures with other people involved 10 encourage a responsible culture of health, safety and welfare in design processes and decision making
    14. Manage the design process 11 agree with the stakeholders the purposes which will be served by production and installation design information appropriate to the project stage 12 choose a format for presenting the production and installation design information which meets the requirements of the stakeholders 13 identify which parts of the overall project require production and installation design information 14 ensure that the parts of the project design which interact with each other are identified and suitable ways to maintain coherence and consistency between all aspects of the production and installation design information are agreed 15 ensure that procedures are set up which will maintain coherence and consistency between the production and installation design solutions and the overall development concept 16 ensure that techniques are confirmed which are suitable for investigating, calculating, testing, developing and specifying the production and installation design which are consistent with best practice and conform to relevant codes and standards
    15. Ensure that forms of contract are prepared 1 select forms of contract, contract clauses and documents for the form of procurement proposed 2 ensure that standard forms of contract are amended so that the clauses and documents are suitable for the form of procurement proposed 3 ensure that particulars and preliminaries are drafted which accurately describe the needs of all the stakeholders in the form of contract 4 ensure that contract clauses are checked and that appendices and amendments meet statutory requirements 5 ensure that non-standard forms of contract, clauses and documents are drafted, which have legal precedent, where standard or modified standard forms are not suitable 6 obtain legal advice on the implications of drafting non-standard clauses and forms of contract and explain why this is necessary to the stakeholders in the contract 7 obtain necessary checks and approvals for the draft forms of contract
    16. Ensure that the contract is negotiated and agreed 8 ensure that the obligations of the parties to the contract are identified and obtain valid, written proof that they are able to meet the obligations 9 negotiate contracts using a style and manner which maintains good long term relationships with all the stakeholders 10 negotiate and agree optimum contract terms, conditions and amendments 11 record the results of negotiations accurately and pass the information on, promptly and in accordance with legal requirements, to all the stakeholders 12 ensure that accurate copies of the final contract documents are prepared and checked to meet legal requirements and arrange for them to be signed
    17. Select and agree procurement strategies 1 identify and agree feasible and realistic procurement objectives and criteria 2 identify procurement methods which are capable of meeting the procurement objectives and evaluate them against selected criteria 3 select and recommend the most effective procurement methods which meet stakeholders' constraints and relevant legal and industry requirements 4 agree and record the selected procurement method and appropriate implementation procedures
    18. Establish project team arrangements 5 identify and confirm with the stakeholders, the type of project work and objectives for project team collaboration 6 form a selection panel of stakeholders to assess potential suppliers and services and identify selection criteria 7 provide information to potential suppliers and services and invite them to submit a statement of their capabilities 8 evaluate the potential suppliers and services using the selection criteria and agree a short-list 9 interview and hold discussions with the short-listed potential suppliers and services to assess their suitability, capability and commitment to the project and compliance with selection criteria 10 select and confirm the project suppliers and services with the stakeholders 11 negotiate agreements and contracts with project suppliers and services 12 conduct project team meetings to facilitate collaborative working and agree individual and mutual project objectives
    19. Recommend and agree a form of contract 13 identify clearly the stakeholders and the purpose of the contract 14 identify with the stakeholders significant criteria for selecting the form of contract 15 select and recommend a form of contract which is appropriate to the type of project work 16 give clear and accurate information and advice and provide stakeholders with the opportunities to comment and ask for clarification 17 agree a form of contract which is capable of being put into effect
    20. Evaluate potential implications for the resolution of disputes 1 evaluate all the information which is relevant to the dispute, identify information which will support the case and summarise and justify it in a reasoned argument 2 assess the strengths and weaknesses of the case and make a judgement about the potential outcomes 3 identify what expertise and support will be needed at different stages of the dispute 4 consult with experts, and provide them with a clear, valid and accurate summary, in cases where expert interpretation and judgement is required 5 assess the arguments and the advice received from experts, produce justifiable conclusions and recommendations for further action and pass these to the parties involved in the dispute 6 assess the implications of proceeding with the case 7 identify potential options for settling the dispute which are based on relevant information and accurate assessments 8 identify potential responses to the options for settling the dispute and assess the risk involved 9 recommend a process for settling the dispute which is likely to be most acceptable to all the parties involved and which meets legal requirements 10 specify, clearly, the process for settling the dispute which has been agreed and prepare written terms and conditions
    21. Negotiate and progress the resolution of disputes 11 prepare documents about the dispute which have a clear rationale, and which include valid supporting information 12 keep regular contact with the parties involved in the dispute and investigate and propose options and processes for settling the dispute, which are likely to be acceptable to them 13 review reactions and proposals from opposite parties and recommend a response 14 ask questions to test the consistency and resilience of the opposite parties' position and to probe for possible movement 15 summarise and record points of agreement and disagreement 16 recommend acceptance of offers which are judged to be the best available 17 draft formal acceptance letters accurately and in a suitable style, and send them promptly to all parties 18 suggest realistic options and processes for settling the dispute when offers are not acceptable and assess the advantages and disadvantages of each alternative
    22. Evaluate project whole life and low carbon costs 1 confirm energy goals and priorities for the project, both currently and in the future 2 confirm assumptions about cost elements, alternative designs, construction, services, financing and use options for the project stage with stakeholders 3 review and present the potential whole life costs and low carbon cost of the project from available design and development information 4 assess and quantify the whole life costs and low carbon cost implications for the project taking into account the views of experts and project stakeholders 5 review the whole life costs and low carbon costs against the project criteria and energy goals and priorities 6 summarise and present clearly and accurately the whole life costs and low carbon costs 7 discuss the whole life costs and low carbon costs with stakeholders and select and agree the most viable options
    23. Assess and provide for the conservation of energy use 8 review legislative requirements in order to identify the energy use and control criteria relevant to the type of property and systems 9 ensure that the information on the property and systems necessary to assess energy use is gathered and recorded 10 ensure that solutions which meet the criteria for the type of property and systems are reviewed, calculated and specified 11 prescribe commissioning procedures and certification necessary for property and systems 12 identify and define any consequent improvements that may be required to meet energy use and control criteria relevant to the type of property and systems 13 provide operating and maintenance instructions to users to enable property and systems to be operated in an energy efficient manner
    24. Agree and implement systems with suppliers and services 1 specify and agree the ways in which systems will be managed and aligned with suppliers and services 2 identify and agree, with stakeholders, the changes to systems which are necessary to meet technical and quality requirements 3 develop and implement systems, identify any problems and make appropriate modifications before moving to full implementation 4 check that the alignment of systems conforms to the requirements of data protection legislation 5 negotiate and agree formal contractual arrangements that set out the requirements for the implementation and operation of strategic sourcing partnerships
    25. Monitor and control arrangements for strategic sourcing 6 review the terms of contract regularly with suppliers and services and assess whether there are continued benefits 7 monitor the performance of suppliers and services against agreed standards and quantify any variations in performance 8 inform suppliers and services about variations in performance from contract terms, and provide them with advice and information about the changes needed and the time allowed to make the changes 9 investigate variations and problems, identify likely causes and inform all those who are affected 10 assess existing sourcing arrangements against alternative supply options regularly and estimate the relative benefits and advantages
    26. Evaluate pre-qualification of tenderers 1 implement an appropriate type of procurement strategy which aligns with legal and statutory requirements and decide which potential tenderers could meet the contract conditions 2 decide which potential tenderers could meet the contract specification to fulfil the selected type of procurement process 3 decide how many tenderers to invite, taking into account the value and size of the contract 4 send enquiries to potential tenderers, in accordance with regulatory requirements, requiring them to provide evidence about their experience and capability 5 choose selection criteria which are suitable to weight and rate performance for the type of work described in the tender 6 evaluate potential tenderers who respond to the invitation against the selection criteria, place them in rank order and choose the number needed 7 offer advice and information to decision makers about potential tenderers and the selection criteria and modify the tender list to reflect any agreed changes 8 confirm that the selected tenderers are willing to tender 9 add more potential tenderers from the evaluation list which meet the selection criteria if those contacted are not willing to tender
    27. Obtain bids and tenders 10 ensure that procurement information and documents are drafted which meet statutory regulations, codes of practice and the organisation's policies 11 ensure that procurement information and documents are issued to all the tenderers on the agreed list, following the agreed procedures 12 respond to queries from tenderers promptly and pass on any additional information which they need 13 pass on to all the tenderers the information given to individual tenderers, and amendments to procurement information and documents 14 ensure that accurate records are kept of procurement information and documents issued, feedback, queries and information from tenderers 15 ensure that required action is implemented when tenderers withdraw from the process
    28. Analyse and select successful bids and tenders and negotiate changes 16 ensure that the tenders received are stored in a secure place and opened on the closing date in line with the organisation's procedures and regulatory requirements 17 select for evaluation those tenders which meet the criteria and reject those that do not 18 check with tenderers if any discrepancies, omissions and errors are found in the tenders, and agree and make any amendments with tenderers 19 analyse the tenders which are selected against the agreed criteria and choose the tender which best meets the criteria 20 check that the successful tenderer and the client can meet the obligations of the contract and recommend a preferred tender to the client 21 negotiate and agree any variations, adjustments and corrections with the successful tenderer and confirm them in writing, subject to contract 22 accept the successful tender formally and notify tenderers who have been unsuccessful, about the result 23 modify and repeat the procurement process if too few tenders are received to show that there has been adequate competition
    29. Identify and resource the development of new products and services to meet market needs 1 review the organisation's operations and evaluate its strengths and weaknesses to compete in potential markets 2 identify appropriate and realistic market areas for the organisation and summarise the information accurately 3 analyse the demand for and type of new products and services within the identified market areas 4 identify opportunities to use new marketing technologies, materials and techniques to meet identified market needs 5 ensure that the resources needed are calculated accurately and that sufficient resources are allocated for the development of new products and services 6 negotiate additional resources in cases where existing resources are insufficient to meet development costs 7 select new and innovative products and services for development which are based on an accurate evaluation of the organisation's business policy
    30. Develop and implement a marketing strategy 8 evaluate the present image and reputation of the organisation with the target audience and identify the potential client base 9 develop an information gathering system to support the development of marketing and promotion strategies 10 identify and agree potential new business opportunities 11 evaluate marketing and promotion options and develop a clear and relevant strategy which is capable of making a significant impact on the target audience 12 choose methods, media and techniques for the marketing and promotion of the organisation which are consistent with the corporate image 13 negotiate, agree and implement a programme and budget to deliver the agreed marketing and promotion strategy 14 monitor the marketing and promotion strategy regularly, review the impact and make modifications which will improve market presence and penetration
    31. Develop and maintain a policy to maximise client and customer satisfaction 15 analyse market research to determine realistically the type and quality of services clients and customers will need 16 develop a clear and realistic client and customer service policy and agree it with decision makers 17 develop a policy for client and customer service which summarises the organisation's agreed policy and circulate it to all the workforce 18 develop and introduce an appropriate client and customer service system, which will meet the service needs 19 develop and introduce systems for obtaining client and customer feedback and monitor them regularly for both positive and negative feedback 20 summarise positive client and customer feedback and circulate it to decision makers 21 investigate and respond to negative client and customer feedback and individual complaints promptly and resolve cases 22 produce regular summaries of client and customer complaints and compliments, the action taken and recommendations for future action and circulate the summaries to decision makers
    32. Assess and manage project risks and opportunities 1 identify and review project information and processes relating to risks and opportunities 2 identify and assess the significance and ownership of the risks and opportunities 3 select the most effective risk management methods and procedures to manage residual risks that comply with all relevant regulations and guidelines 4 identify the activities and resources required to implement the risk management methods 5 specify clearly the procedures for implementing the risk management methods and procedures 6 implement and maintain the risk management methods and procedures and modify them to meet changed circumstances
    33. Develop and maintain systems for managing health, safety and welfare 7 encourage a culture of health, safety and welfare on the project and identify and recommend opportunities for improving the work environment 8 develop and maintain adequate health, safety and welfare policies and systems which meet organisational and statutory requirements 9 allocate health, safety and welfare responsibilities, equipment and resources to people which are consistent with organisational and statutory requirements, and the specific project requirements 10 develop and implement systems which meet statutory requirements for identifying and reducing hazards and reporting accidents and emergencies and preventing recurrence 11 ensure that health, safety and welfare systems are checked regularly, in accordance with organisational and statutory requirements, and identify and record any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations
    34. Establish and manage project team activities 12 prepare a strategy for the project which makes the best use of the capabilities of all project team members 13 examine stakeholder needs and intentions from the brief, discuss and clarify them with stakeholders and resolve any issues 14 develop clear parameters which will enable the project to meet the requirements of the brief and schedules 15 set up arrangements to achieve communication and trust between stakeholders 16 set up and agree, with the project team members, appropriate and realistic methods for project development, evaluation, modification, monitoring and updating 17 identify potential areas needing investigation and agree a realistic timescale and costs with the project team 18 motivate, coach and involve project team members to maximise and integrate their contributions to the project development 19 monitor the progress of the project team and provide members with feedback on timing, task completion and team processes 20 coordinate feedback sessions in a manner which is suitable for the needs and capabilities of the project team and which allows each team member enough time to express their views
    35. Implement project organisation and communication systems 21 identify the organisational and communication needs for the project 22 implement systems which are compatible with those used by the client and supply chain and which enable clear and effective management, and administrative and operational controls 23 produce information about people's roles and responsibilities, the project, and the organisational structure, and circulate the information to stakeholders 24 introduce methods of communicating, reporting, recording and retrieving information between stakeholders which are appropriate to the needs of the project and monitor the methods regularly for effectiveness 25 set up systems for recording and providing feedback on the ways in which resources are allocated and used 26 audit health, safety and welfare systems regularly, in accordance with organisational and statutory requirements, and identify and record any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations and if necessary take responsibility restoring compliance
    36. Obtain and evaluate project feedback information and make improvements 27 promote the value of making improvements from feedback throughout the project and encourage stakeholders to collaborate and deliver feedback information to collaborate and deliver feedback information 28 identify and agree the areas to focus on for making improvements from feedback 29 identify and agree valid and reliable methods and sources for obtaining feedback information on projects and for assessing and recommending improvements from feedback 30 obtain, investigate and review the feedback information, match it against the original requirements and objectives and summarise both positive and negative factors 31 recommend improvements from feedback received and justify the recommendations to decision makers 32 classify improvements from feedback which have been agreed and incorporate them accurately into updated procedures and databases
    37. Select and form a project team 1 identify the team resources that are needed and where they can be obtained, and select those that meet agreed timescales and budget limits 2 identify any significant factors which will affect the number, type and availability of team resources 3 evaluate the quality and potential reliability of team resources and circulate the results to decision makers 4 negotiate and agree proposals of contractual arrangements for team resources which are likely to produce an effective team and follow necessary rules and formalities 5 follow the rules and formalities for obtaining team resources
    38. Develop and maintain working relationships 6 develop, maintain and encourage working relationships with people which promote goodwill, trust and respect 7 inform people about work activities in an appropriate level of detail and with an appropriate degree of urgency 8 offer advice and help to people about work activities with sensitivity and encourage questions, requests for clarification and comments 9 present proposals for action clearly to people at an appropriate time and with the right level of detail for the degree of change, expenditure and risk involved 10 clarify with people objections to proposals and suggest alternative proposals
    39. Evaluate estimate, bid and tender enquiry documentation 1 check the tender details and tender requirements and confirm them with decision makers 2 summarise the tender requirements accurately and pass them on for comment to decision makers 3 identify any points of concern in the tender documents and refer them to decision makers for them to clarify and resolve 4 evaluate the tender documents against the agreed criteria and assess whether the organisation is capable of meeting the tender requirements 5 identify and assess any contractual and legal issues which might affect the project 6 investigate the tender documents within budgets and tender time limits 7 draw accurate conclusions about tender requirements within the limits of the tender information which is available, and which provide an objective basis for making a decision on whether to make a bid 8 keep information about tender enquiries in confidence and only pass it on to people who have the authority to receive it
    40. Assess the resource requirements and costs within an estimate, bid and tender 9 develop a proposed method statement and draft programme which meet the tender requirements 10 ensure that the resources needed are calculated accurately from available sources, resource availability is investigated and the information is presented so that the requirements can be costed and planned 11 ensure that resource costs are estimated by calculating an accurate cost for each item which is required 12 ensure that the cost is modified to take into account any external factors which may affect the cost projections 13 produce the overall estimate of costs and check that it is complete, accurate and in a form which is suitable for a judgement to be made 14 explain and clarify the projected costs to support the calculations 15 recommend payment schedules which will meet known cash flow requirements
    41. Finalise and submit an estimate, bid and tender offer 16 identify and evaluate, realistically, the risks and opportunities involved in a successful tender offer 17 identify and specify any alternatives and qualifications to the original tender requirements which may improve the organisation's ability to carry out the work 18 apply a profit margin and payment schedule which meets the objectives and strategy of the organisation 19 check that the tender offer is complete and accurate and conforms to house style and make any necessary modifications 20 present and support the tender offer in a manner which maximises its acceptability 21 collate, arrange and submit the tender offer information in accordance with procurement requirements 22 collect together all the tender offer information, record it, store it securely and only pass it on to people who have the authority to receive it
    42. Prepare proposal for a project brief 1 identify and agree the stakeholders' requirements, opinions and aspirations and prepare a project proposal 2 select data which is relevant and valid, analyse it and qualify its status 3 estimate and confirm the cost and timescale of the project 4 review the cost implications of adopting alternative design, construction, services, financing and use strategies and agree them with stakeholders 5 prepare a draft brief clearly, accurately, unambiguously and within the time agreed, and present the brief to stakeholders 6 explain and discuss any significant constraints, opportunities and areas of uncertainty relating to the project 7 modify the draft to reflect the discussion and relevant points which have been raised 8 negotiate a clear and mutually acceptable agreement on the brief which is in sufficient detail to allow work to start on the next stage of the project
    43. Develop a project outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief 9 review the requirements of the brief and check and clarify initial assumptions about the project outline programme with stakeholders 10 develop a realistic outline programme for the project stages which takes account of identified constraints 11 discuss the outline programme with stakeholders and agree any necessary modifications to the brief, outline programme and constraints 12 prepare, present and agree an outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief and the expectations of stakeholders
    44. Identify, assess and agree project requirements and stakeholder preferences 13 clarify the project stakeholders' understanding of project processes and procedures and the roles of those who need to be involved 14 identify and agree with project stakeholders what their goals and priorities are both now and for the future 15 clarify the project stakeholders' circumstances and requirements, the options available and the constraints and risks which might apply to the project 16 advise and guide project stakeholders about new regulatory or technological requirements and innovations to enable them to make informed decisions 17 summarise and present the project requirements and stakeholders' preferences 18 evaluate project requirements and stakeholders' preferences which do not appear to be realistic and recommend valid options and record agreement
    45. Exchange information and present advice on technical issues 1 obtain and evaluate information which is sufficiently detailed for the purpose 2 present technical information and advice which is complete, summarised accurately and relevant to technical issues 3 present technical recommendations and judgements which are clear, accurate and valid, and which represent the best advice possible, given the information and resources available 4 give technical instructions and guidance which are likely to be understood by the people who will follow them 5 present technical recommendations and judgements using a style of communication which is appropriate to the people receiving information and advice 6 adapt and modify the presentation of technical recommendations and judgements where people have difficulties understanding them
    46. Resolve complex indeterminate situations 7 identify where complex indeterminate situations exist, estimate their effects realistically and summarise the issues for the organisation 8 assess the validity and completeness of the information available and identify any significant gaps 9 specify and obtain sufficient additional information to cover any gaps and to provide a valid starting point for the analysis of the situation 10 analyse information and draw valid and justifiable conclusions 11 apply decision making techniques which increase the reliability of the conclusions 12 reflect on the conclusions and interpret them into detailed issues that enable known opportunities and solutions to be identified and utilised for establishing policy
    47. Practice within an ethical framework 13 make judgements and offer advice which balance the needs of the client, the resources available and the needs of people in the community who are directly and indirectly affected 14 take clear and unequivocal personal responsibility for your own decisions and the decisions of others in your organisation 15 behave in an ethical manner and take appropriate action if unethical behaviour is brought to your attention 16 establish a system of communication to report instances of unethical behaviour which encourages responsibility and empowerment at all levels 17 offer judgements and advice which recognise the needs of other people 18 manage criteria that identify offers and contracts which are illegal and which may generate conflicts of interest and reject those that fail the criteria 19 define the limits of your professional expertise and set perimeters to work within them 20 disclose information obtained from clients only to those who have a legitimate right to receive it 21 enter into formal and informal contracts and agreements for advisory and problem-solving services which conform to legal requirements, ethical standards and recognised good practice and that service providers adhere to relevant conditions 22 communicate with clients in a style and manner which maintains professional independence and maximises goodwill and trust 23 define and agree the working practices and the expectations of the people involved in the contract 24 set up and implement systems to protect the individual, and the interests of society and to indemnify clients where the advice given results in loss or damage to the client 25 keep all funds, including interest, held on behalf of clients, separate from personal and organisational funds 26 promote a culture of honesty and equity with people, identify areas of weakness and recommend or implement improvements
    48. implement and monitor at least four of the following systems to record the progress of the project against the agreed programme(s)
    • visual inspection(s)
    • resource records
    • site inspection reports
    • contractor’s report
    • written, graphical and electronic records of the actual work against the programmed work
    • site meetings
    • organisational procedures
    • management reports
    • benchmarks
    • comparison with project requirements
    49. collect and record progress information regularly and summarise it for stakeholders
    50. identify and record inadequate or inappropriate resources, recommend alternative resources and pass the information to stakeholders
    51. identify, quantify and record any identified or predicted deviations from planned progress which have or may occur
    52. identify and record the circumstances of any deviations and identify corrective actions
    53. recommend options to stakeholders that allow the programme to be maintained
    54. inform stakeholders about changes to the operational programme
    55. suggest, implement and record the decisions and actions that need to be taken to maintain progress
    56. identify and record improvements to the programme from feedback received and inform stakeholders
    57. identify and interpret quality standards from available information and ensure their implementation before work commences
    58. specify roles and responsibilities and allocate these to individuals to maintain quality standards, and contribute towards a site quality plan or procedure
    59. establish systems to inspect and control the quality of the work and record the systems adopted
    60. regularly check that inspections are carried out to ensure that work conforms to the specified quality standards
    61. identify and record any work which fails to meet the requirements and specified quality standards, implement corrective action and ensure records are kept
    62. inform stakeholders about variations in quality standards, record and recommend solutions and actions for the following
    • effects of quality on the programme
    • effects of quality on safety
    • effects of quality on finished product
    63. identify conflicts between quality standards and refer them to stakeholders for resolution
    64. identify improvements from analysing feedback received and record and recommend them to stakeholders
    65. implement and monitor one of the following quantities and cost control systems which can provide early warning of problems
    • operational procedures and meetings
    • electronic records
    66. ensure that quantity and cost data is collected, recorded and passed on to the stakeholders in relation to at least four of the following
    • people
    • plant, equipment or machinery
    • materials and components
    • sub-contractors
    • information
    • work area and facilities
    • waste management
    • site overheads
    • records of valuations of work completed
    67. ensure that work values, quantities and cost data are prepared and recorded
    68. ensure that prepared data is presented in a format which will help the people responsible to make decisions
    69. ensure that variations and trends in quantities and cost data are identified, specified, quantified, costed and recorded
    70. ensure that any variations are investigated, agreed and recorded to allow at least one of the following actions to be implemented
    • alter progress in accordance with agreed programme
    • agree new completion dates
    • initiate contract claim
    • secure alternative resources
    • alter planned work schedules
    • alter method of work
    71. identify and record at least four of the following opportunities for cost efficiency and recommend them to stakeholders
    • waste reduction
    • resource management and logistics
    • applications of new technologies and materials
    • energy and utility management
    • recyclable and recoverable materials
    • alternative sources and types of materials
    • variations in quality
    • standardisation
    • revenue generation
    • method of work
    72. identify major activities, determine the resources needed from the information available, prepare draft work programmes and schedules and record all the information
    73. evaluate, assess and record alternative methods, resources and systems and consider the outcomes in order to select the best solution to meet project requirements
    74. obtain clarification and advice from the following information sources where the resources required are not available
    • stakeholders
    • the workforce
    • technical and trade literature
    75. analyse the activities against project requirements giving consideration to at least four of the following external factors and record the outcomes
    • other lead programmes
    • supply lead times
    • contingencies
    • special working conditions
    • weather conditions
    • statutory limitations
    • site conditions
    • environmental considerations
    • customers
    76. determine how long each activity will take, identify and record the activities which influence each other and sequence them logically and realistically into a schedule so that they make the best use of the resources available
    77. ensure the production of detailed programmes and schedules of planned activities, including at least two of the following, which are consistent with the complexity of the project
    • programmes
    • network analysis
    • critical activities
    • action lists
    • resource schedules
    78. develop, record and implement a system to monitor the works programmes and schedules, analyse and record the results and make recommendations to improve production and planning
    79. identify and record circumstances that cause alterations to the works programmes and schedules, calculate cost and time benefits to ensure they will meet changed circumstances and record decision-maker’s endorsement of changes
    80. identify the environmental management considerations
    81. examine project data, and establish and record methods of work that will support sustainability
    82. promote a culture of environmental awareness and support for sustainability in the workforce
    83. examine and record the policies adopted for environmental management and sustainability
    84. delegate and record the assigned duties for environmental management and monitoring of sustainable work methods
    85. monitor project work against at least four of the following environmental factors and take appropriate action to ensure organisational requirements are met
    • appearance
    • ecological
    • natural conservation
    • historical conservation
    • statutory nuisances
    • emissions to air, land and water
    • movement of project people, resources and vehicles
    • waste management
    • responsible contractor
    • contaminated land
    • invasive species
    86. monitor project work against at least four of the following sustainability requirements and take appropriate action to ensure organisational requirements are met in respect of:
    • reuse and recycled materials and resources
    • corporate social responsibility (CSR) and social value
    • wellbeing
    • innovation, legislation, technologies and skills
    • procurement of sustainable materials and resources
    • use and storage of materials and resources
    • energy use, environmental emissions
    87. identify positive performance in environmental management and sustainable methods of work and make recommendations to at least three of the following stakeholders:
    • the client, customer or their representative
    • contractors
    • consultants
    • sub-contractors
    • suppliers
    • workforce
    • internal management
    88. establish a culture of health, safety, welfare and wellbeing on site by carrying out the following
    • communicate with and involve the workforce
    • provide opportunities for development or training
    • lead by example
    • implement a proactive reporting process
    • identify and implement agreed ways to improve health, safety, welfare and wellbeing
    89. delegate specific health, safety, welfare and wellbeing responsibilities
    • assign responsibilities that are defined, documented and communicated and which adhere to current organisational requirements
    • carry out and monitor site inductions to ensure people have been informed of their responsibilities
    90. ensure accurate and appropriate notices and hazard warnings that conform to current organisational requirements are maintained and observed
    • carry out regular inspections to ensure conformity
    • ensure maintenance is carried out regularly and documented
    • check that people have been trained to recognise and understand the different types of notices and warnings
    91. ensure health, safety and welfare equipment and resources are available and sufficient to meet current organisational requirements
    • monitor and allocate health, safety and welfare equipment and resources
    • implement a recording system to confirm that the health and safety control equipment is appropriate for the work being carried out
    • implement maintenance checks on health, safety and welfare equipment and resources
    92. implement systems which meet current organisational requirements to identify hazards, reduce risks and maintain the health, safety, welfare and wellbeing of people including the following
    • identify the hazards and their consequences
    • analyse hazards and identify risks
    • consolidate and prioritise risks
    • implement monitoring systems and regularly evaluate to improve health, safety, welfare and wellbeing
    • implement appropriate measures to manage risks at source
    93. ensure hazards are assessed to identify the residual risks, apply the principles of prevention to reduce the risks and provide information to the appropriate people
    • record identified residual risks and maintain a reporting system to disseminate information
    • identify measures which can control the risks to health and safety
    • implement organisational prevention policy which covers health, safety, welfare and wellbeing relating to the working environment
    94. monitor health, safety, welfare and wellbeing systems regularly for compliance with current organisational requirements
    • ensure health, safety, welfare and wellbeing organisational requirements are current and actioned
    • collect and record workplace health, safety, welfare and wellbeing systems data
    • contribute to reports which demonstrate compliance with the organisational policies
    95. collect, collate and analyse relevant pre-construction information, ensuring that it is up to date and accurate
    96. establish and record the relevant dimensional control information for the project
    97. ensure that variations in dimensional control are identified, recorded and notified to stakeholders
    98. establish a dimensional control monitoring system, which ensures dimensional controls are maintained
    99. ensure that measuring and recording equipment is calibrated and maintained to meet the specified accuracy criteria and the checks are recorded
    100. evaluate and record at least five of the following project data sources in order to identify work methods
    • conditions of contract
    • bills of quantities or methods of measurement
    • specifications and/or schedules of work
    • drawings
    • health, safety and environmental plans
    • organisational requirements
    • instructions and variations
    • information on materials
    • programmes
    • survey reports
    • design data
    • statutory consents
    • sub-contractor arrangements and attendance
    • method statements and/or risk assessments
    • safe systems of work
    101. obtain and record additional information from at least two of the following sources in cases where the available project data is insufficient
    • stakeholders
    • regulatory authorities
    • technical and trade guidance
    102. identify and record the work methods which will make the best use of resources and materials and which meet project and current organisational requirements from at least two of the following information sources:
    • current organisational requirements, codes of practice and official guidance
    • investigative research
    • technical and trade guidance
    • building regulations and/or standards
    • surveys and reports
    103. evaluate and record identified work methods against at least six of the following technical, environmental and project criteria and select the most suitable
    • materials performance and availability
    • health, safety, welfare and wellbeing
    • fire safety
    • access
    • plant, equipment or machinery performance and availability
    • resources
    • traffic management
    • environmental issues
    • cost benefits
    • current organisational requirements, codes of practice and official guidance
    • stakeholders needs
    • contract requirements in terms of time and quantity
    • waste management
    • sustainability
    104. ensure method statements and risk assessments are current, accurate, agreed and acceptable to all stakeholders
    105. recommend the chosen work method to at least two of the following stakeholders and record the outcomes
    • the client, customer or their representative
    • contractors
    • consultants
    • designers
    • sub-contractors
    • suppliers
    • workforce
    • internal management
    106. implement systems for the collection of feedback from at least six of the following sources
    • general public
    • workforce
    • suppliers
    • customers
    • colleagues
    • social media
    • regulators
    • auditors
    • client appointees
    • designers
    107. ensure feedback from five of the following methods or sources is obtained, investigated, recorded and analysed
    • project correspondence
    • site tests and inspections
    • scientific research and data
    • performance in use
    • meetings
    • questionnaires
    • audits and reports
    • site monitoring
    • consultations
    108. evaluate the feedback received and justify the recommendations to stakeholders
    109. summarise and record recommendations from feedback analysis and promote for adoption and use
    110. evaluate feedback systems to ensure recommendations have been implemented and are effective
    111. ensure and record that the specification of the selected plant, equipment or machinery meets the needs of the project before deployment
    112. confirm and record that pre-use and operative checks have been carried out to ensure that the plant, equipment or machinery to be deployed complies with current legislation and will be set up, operated and maintained by competent people
    113. implement and use a system to update the deployment and allocation of plant, equipment or machinery and operators, as the project progresses or changes occur and make recommendations on the use of alternative types of plant, equipment or machinery to decision-makers
    114. identify hazards, assess, and mitigate risks arising from the use of plant, equipment or machinery to protect the workforce, sub-contractors, suppliers, consultants, occupants, visitors, the general public, and the environment by the application of information relating to at least three of the following
    • methods of work
    • risk assessment
    • safe use and storage of tools
    • safe use and storage of materials
    • traffic management
    115. ensure that plant, equipment or machinery operations are planned, appropriately supervised and conducted in accordance with current legislation by analysing the following
    • safe systems of work written or approved for plant, equipment or machinery operations
    • roles and responsibilities allocated to plant, equipment or machinery supervisors, operators and users
    • information passed to operators, users and supervisors
    116. ensure that the suitable storage, servicing and maintenance of plant, equipment or machinery has been arranged and meets organisational requirements by analysing the following
    • arrangements for the storage of plant, equipment or machinery
    • checks made for serviceability and maintenance of plant, equipment or machinery as appropriate to organisational requirements
    117. identify and record the competency requirements for supervisors, operators and users of plant, equipment or machinery that will or could support the project or future projects in relation to organisational requirements
    118. promote and record opportunities to suggest improvements in plant operations provided to at least four of the following
    • supervisors
    • operators
    • users
    • the workforce
    • members of the public
    • stakeholders
    • clients and other duty holders
    • visitors
    • supply chain
    119. ensure that plant, equipment or machinery which is no longer needed is returned or removed and records are maintained
    120. observe and apply organisational requirements appropriate for the protection of the workforce, sub-contractors, suppliers, consultants, occupants, visitors, the general public, and the environment by the application of information relating to:
    • methods of work
    • risk assessments
    • safe use and storage of tools
    • safe use and storage of materials and components
    • traffic management
    • emergency plans
    • fire safety
    • acoustic and sound insulation
    • thermal insulation
    • workforce competency
    • site constraints
    121. manage the implementation of the retrofit plan ensuring effective and efficient working practices compliant with design and quality standards, for a given occupational area
    122. review and record on works progress against the project programme, resources and planned sequencing of works, and recommend and take corrective action when required
    123. recognise and report defects in installation, with specific reference to six of the following:
    • gaps in installation
    • missing and inappropriate fixings
    • detailing at corners, edges, junctions and openings
    • interaction with building services
    • combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
    • fire safety
    • acoustic and sound insulation
    • thermal bypass and thermal bridges
    • loading
    124. record and report that ventilation is not compromised and complies with all relevant standards for the following:
    • gas and other combustion appliances
    • flues
    • general ventilation
    125. check and record that the retrofit works conform to quality, standards and compliance with the retrofit design and manufacturers’ instructions, throughout the installation process, for at least fourteen of the following:
    • alterations to the structure
    • loadings
    • fixings
    • corners, junctions and edges of building elements
    • interfaces between the building fabric, services and the occupants
    • windows and doors including reveals, sills and soffits
    • thermal bypass
    • thermal bridges
    • air tightness
    • vapour barriers
    • moisture movement
    • moisture ingress
    • condensation risks
    • rainwater goods
    • mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP)
    • fire safety
    • acoustic and sound insulation
    126. recommend, record and implement corrective actions when required for at least fourteen of the following:
    • alterations to the structure
    • loadings
    • fixings
    • corners, junctions and edges of building elements
    • interfaces between the building fabric, services and the occupants
    • windows and doors including reveals, sills and soffits
    • thermal bypass
    • thermal bridges
    • air tightness
    • vapour barriers
    • moisture movement
    • moisture ingress
    • condensation risks
    • rainwater goods
    • mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP)
    • combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
    • fire safety
    • acoustic and sound insulation
    127. manage the scheduling and coordination of the inspection, testing, and commissioning and record the outcomes for retrofit works
    128. recommend, record and implement any required corrective actions for retrofit works following commissioning including but not limited to two of the following:
    • ventilation
    • combustion appliances
    • heat recovery devices
    • heating systems
    • hot water systems
    • lighting fittings
    • systems and controls
    • insulation
    • draught proofing
    • windows and doors
    • solar blinds, shutter and shading devices
    • renewable energy installations
    • fire safety
    • acoustic and sound insulation
    129. manage the project handover on completion of the installation of retrofit works
    130. confirm project requirements, consult with stakeholders and develop, agree and record a handover programme
    131. check that project requirements have been met, or record outstanding work, including any remedial activities or defects, in order to agree, arrange and record a satisfactory completion
    132. carry out handover inspections, relevant tests and commissioning activities ensuring they are recorded and certificated
    133. record stakeholder concerns during inspection, agree and record any actions required
    134. ensure that at least three of the following stakeholders’ respective responsibilities are recorded, accepted and adopted on handover
    • insurance
    • security
    • operations
    • health, safety and wellbeing
    • utility supply
    • environmental
    • sustainability
    135. assemble, record and hand over relevant documentation for the following in accordance with the project
    • manuals and guidance materials
    • plans
    • operating equipment
    • security information and equipment
    • certificates
    • services
    • systems
    • equipment
    • materials
    • maintenance records
    • structural design
    136. interpret and confirm the relevance of the following information in relation to the supervision of installing, maintaining and removing temporary works:
    • drawings
    • design brief
    • check certificates
    • hold points
    • permits to work
    • risk classification
    • implementation plan
    • inspection and test plan
    • specifications
    • schedules
    • method statements
    • risk assessments
    • manufacturers’ information
    137. observe current legislation and official guidance to the work environment to ensure protection and safety of the workforce, the general public, visitors, and the environment by application of information relating to at least six of the following:
    • methods of work
    • risk assessment
    • safe use and storage of tools
    • safe use of access equipment
    • traffic management
    • emergency plans
    • fire safety/ hot works
    • lifting plans
    • environmental factors
    138. identify, assess and maintain the following resources for temporary works
    • people
    • plant, equipment or machinery
    • materials and components
    • sub-contractors
    • information
    • work and facilities
    • waste management
    • utilities (power, water, lighting)
    139. confirm that all materials, equipment and tooling is correct prior to installation
    140. manage the installation of the temporary works in accordance with the programme of works to meet the needs of organisational and other stakeholder procedures
    141. keep accurate records of work progress checks, faults, problems, corrective actions, quantities involved and maintain safe working methods and practices
    142. handover the temporary works in accordance with organisational procedures
    143. manage the removal of the temporary works in accordance with the programme of works to meet the needs of organisational and other stakeholder requirements
    144. define and record your aims and objectives for undertaking personal development
    145. access at least three of the following sources of support and guidance to identify recognised standards to manage your personal development
    • national organisations
    • industry organisations and associations
    • professional institutions
    • further education organisations
    • training providers
    • in-house resources
    • line manager
    • colleagues
    • trade periodicals and journals
    • social media
    • online resources
    • certification bodies
    146. analyse the current level of your knowledge and performance against selected and recognised standards
    147. develop a profile of your competence and personal development needs and record the outcomes
    148. prepare and record a development plan for achieving identified development needs
    149. undertake development activities aimed at achieving identified development needs, reviewing and recording progress and the effectiveness of the activities
    150. obtain, accept and record feedback from people who can judge your performance and provide objective, valid feedback
    151. review the cycle of personal development aims and objectives to revise and update aims and objectives to suit changing circumstances and record the outcomes
    152. give adequate written notification(s) to all the stakeholders who will be affected about when work will start, how long it will take and when it will finish and confirm all dates in writing
    153. communicate and agree a programme and method with people who will be doing the work that integrates operations and keep records in accordance with organisational requirements
    154. identify, record and obtain information requirements before work starts including but not limited to the following
    • survey reports
    • design
    • contractual
    • statutory consents
    • contractor’s pre-planning information
    • health safety and environmental plan
    • method statements
    • programmes
    • checks carried out to verify the competence of the workforce including but not limited to industry certification schemes, cards, competence schemes, qualifications, certificates and training
    155. organise attendance for sub-contractors including but not limited to the following
    • welfare facilities
    • work specifications
    • security and fencing
    • utilities
    • traffic management
    • access and egress
    • off-loading and loading
    • dimensional control
    • storage
    • records of attendance
    156. organise and keep records of meetings and communications with sub-contractors to discuss project or contract requirements and attendances including but not limited to
    • time
    • quality
    • cost
    • statutory consents and notifications
    • sustainability
    • environment
    157. plan, schedule, obtain and maintain sufficient resources of the appropriate type which will meet the project requirements and timescales for at least three of the following
    • people
    • plant, equipment and machinery¬¬
    • materials and components
    • sub-contractors
    • information
    158. organise and control the site and resources so that conditions are safe and the site is tidy by producing a record of site maintenance activities including but not limited to the following
    • plan of the site showing storage and waste management areas
    • hoardings and security arrangements
    • signage
    • access and egress
    • safety and emergency response
    • welfare facilities
    • personal protective equipment (PPE)
    159. develop contingency plans to meet special requirements and minimise disruption to those likely to be affected by the works programme
    160. maintain records or plans showing how disruption has been minimised for special requirements and contingencies which include records of delegated tasks to other team members including but not limited to the following
    • sequencing
    • archaeology
    • heritage issues
    • stakeholders
    • environmental considerations
    • vehicular and public access
    • health and safety and emergencies
    • hazards and site conditions
    • trespass
    • statutory regulations and limitations
    • political intervention
    161. analyse project requirements in line with operational plans to ensure quantities and supplies of materials meet organisational requirements and develop a delivery schedule
    162. analyse calculations for delivery and lead times and ensure records of delivery schedule and traffic management are maintained
    163. identify and record alternatives to the supply of materials to improve the following
    • economy of usage
    • cost
    • environmental impact
    • sustainability
    164. ensure orders are prepared in line with organisational and/or project requirements to meet the delivery schedule
    165. promote goodwill and trust with suppliers and users to ensure the delivery schedule is maintained through positive negotiation
    166. implement and record the organisational or project systems for the monitoring of the delivery schedule, materials and supplier performance to ensure they meet the project specification
    167. analyse records of the following identified factors used in materials control
    • quality
    • quantity
    • payment to suppliers
    • approval by client, customer or their representative
    • programming
    168. identify and record problems with supply and take action to resolve them
    169. identify and record revisions to the delivery schedule to facilitate change or minimise disruption to the programme
    170. implement and record regular inspections to confirm the project requirements for at least three of the following maintenance activities for the following property, services or systems:
    171. identify, review and record the consideration of at least four of the following influencing factors and three of the following guidance materials about the property, service or system to be maintained
    172. prioritise and record the maintenance activities to take account of identified influencing factors whilst maintaining consistency
    173. identify and record at least four of the following changing circumstances
    • susceptibility to damage
    • safety requirements
    • need to inhibit, and respond to deterioration
    • weather conditions
    • ground or site conditions
    • environmental conditions
    • use or change of use
    • current legislation
    • resources
    • security threats
    • client, customer or their representative
    • reports and surveys
    • historical data
    • planning or statutory consents
    174. ensure maintenance activity records of actions carried out and data collected are current for at least four of the following
    • inspections
    • faults or problems
    • corrective actions
    • costs
    • resources
    • complaints
    • delays
    175. identify, assess and obtain at least two of the following necessary resources for maintenance activities
    • people
    • plant, equipment or machinery
    • materials and components
    • sub-contractors
    • information
    • work area and facilities
    • waste management
    • utility providers
    176. prepare plans and schedules for at least three of the following maintenance activities and negotiate and agree them with stakeholders
    • planned maintenance activities
    • tendered works
    • responsive works
    • preventative maintenance work
    • cost estimated works
    • seasonal maintenance
    • traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
    • emergency works
    • contingency plans
    177. evaluate and implement pre-installation checks to identify technical and procedural risks for at least nine of the following:
    • accuracy and completeness of project information
    • building condition
    • health and safety hazards
    • fire safety
    • temporary works
    • protection of existing fabric and services
    • suitability of materials
    • working in and around buildings and their occupants and neighbouring properties
    • environment and ecology including but not limited to safeguarding protected species
    • heritage significance
    • discovery of architectural or archaeological features
    178. implement external and internal pre-installation building inspections, and record and report findings to relevant stakeholders to include:
    • suitable access
    • property suitability
    • adjoining structures
    • structural integrity
    • hazardous materials
    • dampness
    • decay
    • exposure ratings
    • combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
    • services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
    179. implement and record suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate risks arising from external and internal pre-installation building inspections to include:
    • suitable access
    • property suitability
    • adjoining structures
    • structural integrity
    • hazardous materials
    • dampness
    • decay
    • exposure ratings
    • combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
    • services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
    180. implement and record suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate technical and procedural risks for at least eight of the following:
    • accuracy and completeness of project information
    • building condition
    • health and safety hazards
    • fire safety
    • temporary works
    • protection of existing fabric and services
    • suitability of materials
    • working in and around buildings and their occupants and neighbouring properties
    • environment and ecology including but not limited to safeguarding protected species
    • heritage significance
    • discovery of architectural or archaeological features
    181. identify, review and confirm information sources against on site conditions to contribute to the retrofit works plan, risk assessments and method statements for at least six of the following:
    • drawings, design and specification information
    • building Pto industry standards
    • manufacturers technical information and product data sheets
    • sub-contractor methods and scope of works
    • surveys
    • tests
    • examinations
    • specialist reports
    • statutory consents
    • current legislation, official and technical guidance
    • written scheme of investigation (WSI) for archaeology
    182. record and report issues with the planned retrofit works and recommend corrective actions for at least seven of the following information sources:
    • risk assessments
    • method statements
    • drawings, design and specification information
    • building Pto industry standards
    • manufacturers technical information and product data sheets
    • sub-contractor methods and scope of works
    • surveys
    • tests
    • examinations
    • specialist reports
    • statutory consents
    • current legislation, official and technical guidance
    • the limitations, defects of the materials and their characteristics
    • written scheme of investigation (WSI) for archaeology
    183. contribute to the project programme and plan the sequence of works for the installation of retrofit works, including but not limited to:
    • repair
    • stabilisation
    • temporary works
    • opening-up and investigations
    • removal of fabric, structure or services, and making good
    • preparing the building for installation of fabric measures
    • installation of fabric, structure or services
    • testing
    • commissioning
    • handover
    184. plan the efficient use of resources required for retrofit works, including but not limited to:
    • materials and components
    • services
    • plant, equipment or machinery
    • workforce
    • information
    • site facilities
    • waste management
    • structures
    • storage of materials within specified parameters
    185. assemble, review and record at least four of the following types of information used in the preparation of the project plan, clarify and verify information which is not clear and update it for production planning purposes
    • survey reports
    • design information
    • contractual information
    • statutory consents
    • contracts pre-planning information
    • health, safety and environmental plans
    • risk assessments and method statements
    • programmes and schedules
    • team competency
    • sub-contractor arrangements and attendance
    186. identify at least four of the following factors for consideration, record them and distribute the information to the people who may be affected
    • occupiers
    • near neighbours
    • public access
    • site conditions
    • environment considerations
    • vehicular access and egress
    • security and trespass
    • public utilities
    • heritage issues
    • archaeological
    • sustainability
    • temporary works
    187. plan for traffic management and identify access and egress points for the site and works which are safe, convenient and minimise disruption
    188. organise and record at least four of the following resources assigned for the preparation of site operations
    • people
    • plant, equipment or machinery
    • materials and components
    • sub-contractors
    • information
    • work area and facilities
    • waste management
    • utility providers
    189. provide and record accurate details about the proposed work, site access and egress, layout, evacuation and hazards to the utility and emergency services
    190. make and record the arrangements identified before work starts and review as work progresses for site safety and welfare
    191. implement and record the procedures and arrangements for environmental protection and security
    192. implement and record the procedures and arrangements for temporary works
    193. plan, record and distribute information about the site layout for operational purposes including plans showing resources and materials delivery, storage and waste collection locations and arrangements for recycling
    194. record the types and locations of notices, which provide information that complies with current organisational requirements
    195. ensure the notices are placed correctly and implement a maintenance schedule
    196. determine and record at least two of the following tunnelling activities against the input of information from at least five of the following information sources
    197. identify and review at least three of the following influencing factors relating to the work environment and record the outcomes
    • organisational requirements
    • contractual requirements
    • statutory requirements
    • resource allocation
    • working requirements
    • environmental considerations
    • weather conditions
    • ground conditions
    198. prioritise activities by assessing and accounting for all the influencing factors
    199. identify and review at least two of the following guidance materials and record the outcomes
    • owner’s manuals
    • log books
    • maintenance schedules and manuals
    • practice guides and specifications
    • current legislation and official guidance
    • organisational procedures
    • historical data
    200. amend priorities to take account of at least four of the following changing circumstances whilst maintaining consistency with the influencing factors
    • susceptibility to damage
    • safety requirements
    • need to inhibit and respond to deterioration
    • compromised operational effectiveness
    • weather conditions
    • unidentified obstructions
    • meeting current legislation
    • resources
    • security threats
    • ground conditions
    • face instability
    201. prepare plans and programmes for at least three of the following activities then negotiate, agree and record them with stakeholders
    • mobile plant and machinery operations
    • back up services installation, operations, maintenance or removal
    • spoil removal
    • access equipment erection, maintenance or removal
    • pipejacking operations
    • micro tunnelling operations
    • excavation and/or installation of supports
    • shaft and tunnel construction
    • tunnel transport
    • spraying concrete lining
    • operating separation plant
    • temporary works
    • lifting loads
    knowledge
    1. Assess the environmental impact of development proposals 1 how and why to investigate the requirements for assessing the environmental impact of proposals by examining policy documents, consulting stakeholders and experts (analysis) 2 how and why to select the factors which will be included in the assessment and the criteria to be used for assessing the impact (evaluation) 3 how to collate relevant data (application) 4 how and why to examine the proposal in its context (analysis) 5 what to identify as alternative solutions which will improve environmental quality and increase sustainability (understanding) 6 how and why to review alternative solutions which will improve environmental quality and increase sustainability (analysis) 7 how and why to analyse the environmental impact of the selected factors, both individually and in combination (analysis) 8 how and why to forecast the environmental impact of the selected factors, both individually and in combination (analysis) 9 how and why to assess and quantify the significance of each factor (analysis) 10 how to report on the significance of each factor (application) 11 how and why to suggest measures which will reduce the environmental impact (synthesis)
    2. Evaluate and present sustainable requirements 12 what to identify as the goals and priorities for potential development, both currently and in the future (understanding) 13 how and why to investigate the design, function and performance requirements of the potential project (analysis) 14 what to identify as the design, function and performance requirements of the potential project (understanding) 15 how and why to investigate economic factors and resources, environmental and ecological factors, and social views that affect the future asset value and sustainability of potential development and consider alternatives (analysis) 16 how and why to evaluate the best balance between the potential asset value and sustainability and project design, function, performance and return on investment (evaluation) 17 how to present development strategies in a suitable format (application) 18 how and why to justify development strategies to decision makers (synthesis) 19 how and why to decide whether and how to implement potential sustainable development projects so as to achieve key requirements (evaluation)
    3. Identify and evaluate sustainable resources 20 how and why to investigate, from appropriate information sources, the factors which impact on the utilisation and sustainability of renewable resources (analysis) 21 how and why to assess accurately the costs and implications of the management and replacement of renewable resources (analysis) 22 what to identify as appropriate and valid information sources (understanding) 23 how to summarise appropriate and valid information sources (application) 24 what to identify as potential alternative resources (understanding) 25 how and why to compare the technical performance and environmental implications of alternative resources with the performance of existing finite resources with a similar function and calculate any variances (synthesis) 26 how and why to investigate and assess suitable strategies for developing alternative resources, which indicate positive technical and environmental advantages (analysis) 27 how and why to recommend suitable strategies for developing alternative resources, which indicate positive technical and environmental advantages (synthesis) 28 how to present strategies in a suitable format (application) 29 how and why to justify strategies to stakeholders (evaluation)
    4. Allocate budgets 1 what to identify as responsibilities for budgetary control and allocations under the budget headings of financial plans (understanding) 2 what to identify as an appropriate method of maintaining overall control of the budget (understanding) 3 how to produce guidance documents on the method for maintaining budget control (application) 4 how to circulate the information and guidance documents to those responsible for maintaining overall control of the budget (application) 5 what to identify as appropriate methods for presenting financial information to responsible personnel (understanding) 6 how to issue allocations under budget headings and cash flow calculations (application) 7 how to report requirements to those with financial responsibilities (application) 8 how and why to authorise expenditure and changes to budgets (evaluation) 9 how to issue information on changes to budgets to those responsible (application) 10 what to identify as appropriate methods and timescales for reporting contingencies and variances (understanding) 11 how and why to agree appropriate methods and timescales for reporting contingencies and variances (evaluation) 12 how and why to resolve queries and discrepancies over allocated budgets (synthesis)
    5. Prepare and agree entitlement for reimbursement for loss and expense 13 how and why to assess the basis of entitlement and criteria for recovery against the contract and relevant expert opinion (analysis) 14 how to progress valid entitlement which can be substantiated (application) 15 how to structure valid entitlement which can be substantiated (application) 16 how to calculate entitlement accurately from relevant and verified information sources (application) 17 what to identify as the liability for the cost (understanding) 18 how to inform the parties involved in the contract about the liability for the cost (application) 19 how and why to analyse the opposing grounds for the entitlement (analysis) 20 how and why to structure the entitlement clearly (synthesis) 21 how to present the opposing grounds for the entitlement (application) 22 how to conduct negotiations with the parties involved in the contract in a professional manner (application) 23 how and why to negotiate amendments to the entitlement with the parties involved in the contract (synthesis) 24 how and why to agree amendments to the entitlement with the parties involved in the contract (evaluation) 25 how and why to finalise amendments to the entitlement with the parties involved in the contract (evaluation) 26 how to record documents, back-up information and calculations so that they can be easily accessed for reference and auditing purposes (application) 27 how to store documents, back-up information and calculations so that they can be easily accessed for reference and auditing purposes (application)
    6. Control projects against quality standards 1 what to identify as quality standards from available information (understanding) 2 how and why to interpret quality standards from available information (analysis) 3 how to pass quality standards to the project team for implementation before they start work (application) 4 how and why to set up systems for inspecting, controlling and recording the quality of work against specified quality standards (synthesis) 5 how and why to require the non-compliance of quality standards to be addressed (synthesis) 6 how to notify the project team if the non-compliance of quality standards is not addressed within a reasonable time (application) 7 how to inform the project team regularly about significant variations in complying with quality standards, programme and safety (application) 8 how and why to suggest the decisions which they need to make and actions they need to take (synthesis) 9 what to identify as improvements from feedback received (understanding) 10 how and why to recommend improvements from feedback received to the project team (synthesis) 11 how and why to agree amendments to the contract quality requirements and specifications (evaluation) 12 how to record amendments to the contract quality requirements and specifications (application)
    7. Ensure project compliance with legal and contractual requirements 13 what to identify as legal, contractual and industry standards requirements from available information (understanding) 14 how and why to interpret legal, contractual and industry standards requirements from available information (analysis) 15 how to clarify legal, contractual and industry standards requirements where there is uncertainty (application) 16 how to ensure that required legal, contractual and industry standards requirements consents are obtained (application) 17 how to brief the project team about their legal, contractual and industry standards requirements responsibilities to those responsible for implementing them before they start work on the contract (application) 18 how and why to develop monitoring systems (synthesis) 19 how to implement monitoring systems (application) 20 how to collect information regularly from monitoring systems (application) 21 how to summarise information collected from monitoring systems (application) 22 what to identify as situations which do not comply with legal, contractual and industry standards requirements (understanding) 23 how and why to investigate the circumstances of situations which do not comply with legal, contractual and industry standards requirements (analysis) 24 how to take responsibility for corrective action in situations which do not comply with legal, contractual and industry standards requirements (application) 25 what to identify as any changes in legal, contractual and industry standards requirements which may have an impact on the project (understanding) 26 how to summarise the important details of any legal, contractual and industry standards requirements (application) 27 how to pass the important details of any changes in legal, contractual and industry standards requirements on to the project team (application) 28 how to complete statutory submissions accurately and on time (application)
    8. Control project progress against agreed programme 29 how and why to develop systems to monitor and record information on the progress of the project against the agreed programme (synthesis) 30 how to implement systems to monitor and record information on the progress of the project against the agreed programme (application) 31 how to collect information regularly (application) 32 how and why to analyse information regularly (analysis) 33 how to summarise information regularly (application) 34 what to identify as inadequately and inappropriately specified resources (understanding) 35 how to inform project team about inadequately and inappropriately specified resources (application) 36 how and why to specify alternative resources (evaluation) 37 how to obtain alternative resources (application) 38 how to ensure that any progress deviations are identified and quantified (application) 39 how and why to investigate the circumstances of any deviations thoroughly (analysis) 40 how and why to agree corrective action (evaluation) 41 how to implement corrective action (application) 42 how and why to recommend options which are most likely to minimise increases in time and help the project progress (synthesis) 43 how to pass your recommended options on to the project team (application) 44 how to inform the project team and stakeholders regularly about progress, changes to the programme, resource needs (application) 45 how to suggest the decisions and actions that need to be taken to the project team and stakeholders (synthesis) 46 what to identify as improvements from feedback received (understanding) 47 how and why to recommend improvements from feedback received to project team and stakeholders (synthesis)
    9. Control project value and costs 48 how to ensure that appropriate project cost control systems are developed and implemented which are able to provide early warning of problems (application) 49 how to ensure that value and cost data is collected regularly, recorded correctly and passed on to the people who need it in time for them to be able to use it (application) 50 how to ensure that the correct work value and cost data is calculated from measurement of work quantity and payment rates (application) 51 how to ensure that accurate value and cost data is prepared and presented in a format which will help people to make decisions (application) 52 how to ensure that variations and trends in value and cost data are identified (application) 53 how and why to quantify variations and trends in value and cost data (analysis) 54 how and why to cost any variations and trends in value and cost data (analysis) 55 how to ensure that any variations are investigated thoroughly and appropriate corrective action or amendment is agreed and implemented with the project team which will restore costs and expenditure to budget (application) 56 how to ensure that systems and processes are developed and implemented for identifying opportunities for cost savings(application) 57 how and why to recommend systems and processes for identifying opportunities for cost savings to the project team (synthesis) 58 how to ensure that realistic opportunities for cost savings are identified and costed correctly (application) 59 how and why to recommend realistic opportunities for cost savings to the project team (synthesis)
    10. Manage your own resources and undertake continuing personal development in the occupational practice area 1 how and why to develop personal networks of contacts, which are appropriate to meet your current and future needs for information and resources (synthesis) 2 how to maintain personal networks of contacts, which are appropriate to meet your current and future needs for information and resources (application) 3 how to check, on a regular basis, how you are using your time at work (application) 4 what to identify as possible improvements to how you utilise your time at work (understanding) 5 how to ensure that your performance consistently meets or goes beyond agreed requirements (application) 6 how to get regular and useful feedback on your performance from those who are in a good position to judge it and provide you with objective and valid feedback (application) 7 how and why to discuss with those you report to, any changes to your personal work objectives and development plan in the light of performance, feedback received, any development activities undertaken and any wider changes (synthesis) 8 how and why to agree with those you report to, any changes to your personal work objectives and development plan in the light of performance, feedback received, any development activities undertaken and any wider changes (evaluation) 9 how and why to define the personal aims and objectives for undertaking personal development (evaluation) 10 what to identify as sources of support and guidance for undertaking personal development (understanding) 11 how to contact sources of support and guidance for undertaking personal development (application) 12 what to identify as relevant standards of competence against which personal development can be measured (understanding) 13 how and why to select relevant standards of competence against which personal development can be measured (evaluation) 14 how and why to analyse the current personal level of performance against the identified standards of competence (analysis) 15 how to record a profile of present competence and personal development needs (application) 16 how and why to prepare a development plan for achieving identified development needs (synthesis) 17 how to undertake development activities aimed at achieving identified development needs (application) 18 how and why to review progress and the effectiveness of the development activities (analysis) 19 how to record progress and the effectiveness of the development activities (application) 20 how to measure the achievement of identified development needs (application) 21 how to record evidence of competence gained against the identified standards of competence (application) 22 how and why to review the cycle of personal development aims and objectives (analysis) 23 how to revise aims and objectives to suit changing circumstances (application) 24 how to update aims and objectives to suit changing circumstances (application)
    11. Enable people and yourself to learn and benefit from practice experience 25 what to identify as areas where people need help to achieve their agreed competence levels (understanding) 26 how to use the information from discussions to produce an agreed personal development plan (application) 27 what to identify as adequate and appropriate opportunities and resources for people to learn (understanding) 28 how to offer adequate and appropriate opportunities and resources for people to learn (application) 29 how and why to select relevant and up to date information about knowledge and practice in a format which is suitable for distribution and for developing learning materials (evaluation) 30 how to summarise relevant and up to date information about knowledge and practice in a format which is suitable for distribution and for developing learning materials (application) 31 how to acknowledge appropriate opportunities to learn from other people (application) 32 how and why to advise and coach people so that they can identify their current level of competence, their learning needs and targets (synthesis) 33 how and why to select appropriate learning techniques and methods which are suitable for the topic and the needs of the individual (evaluation) 34 how to use appropriate learning techniques and methods which are suitable for the topic and the needs of the individual (application) 35 how to present information to people using a pace, style and form which is appropriate to their needs (application) 36 how to encourage people to ask questions, seek clarification and advice when they need help and during learning activities (application) 37 how and why to review peoples' progress towards agreed objectives and give realistic and positive feedback on achievements (analysis)
    12. Identify and assess hazards, and identify risks 1 how to check that clients are made aware of the relevant health, safety and welfare regulations and legal framework and their obligations in relation to them (application) 2 how to collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the compliance of designs with relevant health, safety and welfare regulations and legal framework (application) 3 how to ensure that hazards and their consequences arising from operations and individual activities are identified and prioritised (application) 4 how to ensure that hazards are assessed to identify the significance of risks on an iterative basis throughout the development process (application)
    13. Make design choices to reduce health and safety risks 5 how to ensure that identified hazards are eliminated and reduced whilst developing and modifying designs and conflicting demands are taken into account (application) 6 how to ensure that community measures are given equal priority over project measures when reducing risks (application) 7 how and why to take responsibility for ensuring that the risk reduction measures comply with relevant health and safety regulations and guidelines (evaluation) 8 how to ensure that information needed by other people involved is recorded in any design documentation so that they can comply with their duties under relevant health and safety regulations (application) 9 how and why to promote the implementation of the risk reduction measures with other people involved (analysis) 10 how to encourage a responsible culture of health, safety and welfare in design processes and decision making (application)
    14. Manage the design process 11 how and why to agree with the stakeholders the purposes which will be served by production and installation design information appropriate to the project stage (evaluation) 12 how and why to choose a format for presenting the production and installation design which meets the requirements of the stakeholders (evaluation) 13 what to identify as parts of the overall project which require production and installation design information (understanding) 14 how to ensure that the parts of the project design which interact with each other are identified and suitable ways to maintain coherency and consistency between all aspects of the production and installation design are agreed (application) 15 how to ensure that procedures are set up which will maintain coherence and consistency between the production and installation design solutions and the overall development concept (application) 16 how to ensure that techniques are confirmed which are suitable for investigating, calculating, testing, developing and specifying the production and installation design information which are consistent with best practice and conform to relevant codes and standards (application)
    15. Ensure that forms of contract are prepared 1 how and why to select forms of contract, contract clauses and documents for the form of procurement proposed (evaluation) 2 how to ensure that standard forms of contract are amended so that the clauses and documents are suitable for the form of procurement proposed (application) 3 how to ensure that particulars and preliminaries are drafted which accurately describe the needs of all the stakeholders in the form of contract (application) 4 how to ensure that contract clauses are checked and that appendices and amendments meet statutory requirements (application) 5 how to ensure that non-standard forms of contract, clauses and documents are drafted, which have legal precedent, where standard or modified standard forms are not suitable (application) 6 how to obtain legal advice on the implications of drafting non-standard clauses and forms of contract (application) 7 how to explain why it is necessary to obtain legal advice on the implications of drafting non-standard clauses and forms of contract the stakeholders in the contract (application) 8 how to obtain necessary checks and approvals for the draft forms of contract (application)
    16. Ensure that the contract is negotiated and agreed 9 how to ensure that the obligations of the parties to the contract are identified (application) 10 how to obtain valid, written proof that the parties to the contract are able to meet the obligations (application) 11 how and why to negotiate contracts using a style and manner which maintains good long term relationships with all the stakeholders (synthesis) 12 how and why to negotiate optimum contract terms, conditions and amendments (synthesis) 13 how and why to agree optimum contract terms, conditions and amendments (synthesis) 14 how to record the results of negotiations accurately (application) 15 how to pass the information on, promptly and in accordance with legal requirements, to all the stakeholders (application) 16 how to ensure that accurate copies of the final contract documents are prepared and checked to meet legal requirements (application) 17 how to arrange for the final contract documents to be signed (application)
    17. Select and agree procurement strategies 1 what to identify as feasible and realistic procurement objectives and criteria (understanding) 2 how and why to agree feasible and realistic procurement objectives and criteria (evaluation) 3 what to identify as procurement methods which are capable of meeting the procurement objectives (understanding) 4 how and why to evaluate procurement methods against selected criteria (evaluation) 5 how and why to select the most effective procurement methods which meets stakeholders' constraints and relevant legal and industry requirements (evaluation) 6 how and why to recommend the most effective procurement methods which meets stakeholders' constraints and relevant legal and industry requirements (synthesis) 7 how and why to agree the selected procurement methods and appropriate implementation procedures (evaluation) 8 how to record the selected procurement methods and appropriate implementation procedures (application)
    18. Establish project team arrangements 9 what to identify with the stakeholders as the type of project work and objectives for project team collaboration (understanding) 10 how to confirm with the stakeholders, the type of project work and objectives for project team collaboration (application) 11 how and why to form a selection panel of stakeholders to assess potential suppliers and services and identify selection criteria (synthesis) 12 how to provide information to potential suppliers and services and invite them to submit a statement of their capabilities (application) 13 how and why to evaluate the potential suppliers and services using the selection criteria (evaluation) 14 how and why to agree the short-list of potential suppliers and services (evaluation) 15 how and why to interview and hold discussions with the short-listed potential suppliers and services to assess their suitability, capability and commitment to the project and compliance with selection criteria (analysis) 16 how and why to select the project suppliers and services with the stakeholders (evaluation) 17 how to confirm the project suppliers and services with the stakeholders (application) 18 how and why to negotiate agreements and contracts with project suppliers and services (synthesis) 19 how to conduct project team meetings to facilitate collaborative working (application) 20 how and why to agree individual and mutual project objectives to facilitate collaborative working (evaluation)
    19. Recommend and agree a form of contract 21 what to identify as the stakeholders and the purpose of the contract (understanding) 22 what to identify with the stakeholders as the significant criteria for selecting the form of contract (understanding) 23 how and why to select a form of contract which is appropriate to the type of project work (evaluation) 24 how and why to recommend a form of contract which is appropriate to the type of project work (synthesis) 25 how to give clear and accurate information and advice (synthesis) 26 how to provide stakeholders with the opportunities to comment and ask for clarification (application) 27 how and why to agree a form of contract which is capable of being put into effect (evaluation)
    20. Evaluate potential implications for the resolution of disputes 1 how and why to evaluate all the information which is relevant to the dispute (evaluation) 2 what to identify as information which will support the case (understanding) 3 how to summarise information which will support the case (application) 4 how and why to justify information which will support the case in a reasoned argument (evaluation) 5 how and why to assess the strengths and weaknesses of the case and make a judgement about the potential outcomes (analysis) 6 what to identify as the expertise and support which will be needed at different stages of the dispute (understanding) 7 how to consult with experts in cases where expert interpretation and judgement is required (application) 8 how and why to provide experts with a clear, valid and accurate summary (synthesis) 9 how and why to assess the arguments and the advice received from experts (analysis) 10 how to produce justifiable conclusions and recommendations for further action (application) 11 how to pass justifiable conclusions and recommendations to the parties involved in the dispute (application) 12 how and why to assess the implications of proceeding with the case (analysis) 13 what to identify as potential options for settling the dispute which are based on relevant information and accurate assessments (understanding) 14 what to identify as potential responses to the options for settling the dispute (understanding) 15 how and why to assess the risk involved in the potential responses to the options for settling the dispute (analysis) 16 how and why to recommend a process for settling the dispute which is likely to be most acceptable to all the parties involved and which meets legal requirements (synthesis) 17 how and why to specify, clearly, the process for settling the dispute which has been agreed (synthesis) 18 how to prepare written terms and conditions for settling the dispute (application)
    21. Negotiate and progress the resolution of disputes 19 how to prepare documents about the dispute which have a clear rationale, and which include valid supporting information (application) 20 how to keep regular contact with the parties involved in the dispute (application) 21 how and why to investigate options and processes for settling the dispute, which are likely to be acceptable to the parties involved in the dispute (analysis) 22 how and why to propose options and processes for settling the dispute, which are likely to be acceptable to the parties involved in the dispute (synthesis) 23 how and why to review reactions and proposals from opposite parties (analysis) 24 how and why to recommend a response to opposite parties (synthesis) 25 how to ask questions to test the consistency and resilience of the opposite parties' position (application) 26 how and why to probe for possible movement in the opposite parties' position (analysis) 27 how to summarise and record points of agreement and disagreement (application) 28 how and why to recommend acceptance of offers which are judged to be the best available (synthesis) 29 how and why to draft formal acceptance letters accurately and in a suitable style, and send them promptly to all parties (synthesis) 30 how and why to suggest realistic options and processes for settling the dispute when offers are not acceptable (synthesis) 31 how and why to assess the advantages and disadvantages of each of the alternative options and processes for settling the dispute (analysis)
    22. Evaluate project whole life and low carbon costs 1 how to confirm energy goals and priorities for the project, both currently and in the future (application) 2 how to confirm assumptions about cost elements, alternative designs, construction, services, financing and use options for the project stage with stakeholders (application) 3 how and why to review the potential whole life costs and low carbon costs of the project from available design and development information (analysis) 4 how to present the potential whole life costs and low carbon costs of the project from available design and development information (application) 5 how and why to assess and quantify the whole life costs and low carbon costs implications for the project taking into account the views of experts and project stakeholders (analysis) 6 how and why to review the whole life costs and low carbon costs against the project criteria and energy goals and priorities (analysis) 7 how to summarise the whole life costs and low carbon costs (application) 8 how to present the whole life costs and low carbon costs (application) 9 how and why to discuss the whole life costs and low carbon costs with stakeholders (synthesis) 10 how and why to select the most viable options (evaluation) 11 how and why to agree the most viable options (evaluation
    23. Assess and provide for the conservation of energy use 12 how and why to review legislative requirements in order to identify the energy use and control criteria relevant to the type of property and systems (analysis) 13 how to ensure that the information on the property and systems necessary to assess energy use is gathered and recorded (application) 14 how to ensure that solutions which meet the criteria for the type of property and systems are reviewed, calculated and specified (application) 15 how and why to prescribe commissioning procedures and certification necessary for property and systems (evaluation) 16 what to identify as consequent improvements that may be required to meet energy use and control criteria relevant to the type of property and systems (understanding) 17 how and why to define any consequent improvements that may be required to meet energy use and control criteria relevant to the type of property and systems (evaluation) 18 how to provide operating and maintenance instructions to users to enable property and systems to be operated in an energy efficient manner (application)
    24. Agree and implement systems with suppliers and services 1 how and why to specify with suppliers and services the ways in which systems will be managed and aligned (evaluation) 2 how and why to agree with suppliers and services the ways in which systems will be managed and aligned (evaluation) 3 what to identify with stakeholders as the changes to systems which may be necessary to meet technical and quality requirements (understanding) 4 how and why to agree with stakeholders the changes to systems which may be necessary to meet technical and quality requirements (evaluation) 5 how and why to develop systems (synthesis) 6 how to implement systems (application) 7 what to identify as any problems with systems (understanding) 8 how to make appropriate modifications to systems before moving to full implementation (application) 9 how to check that the alignment of systems conforms to the requirements of data protection legislation (application) 10 how and why to negotiate formal contractual arrangements that set out the requirements for the implementation and operation of strategic sourcing partnerships (synthesis) 11 how and why to agree formal contractual arrangements that set out the requirements for the implementation and operation of strategic sourcing partnerships (evaluation)
    25. Monitor and control arrangements for strategic sourcing 12 how and why to review the terms of contract with suppliers and services (analysis) 13 how and why to assess whether the terms of contract provide continued benefits (analysis) 14 how and why to monitor the performance of suppliers and services against agreed standards (analysis) 15 how and why to quantify any variations in performance of suppliers and services (analysis) 16 how to inform suppliers and services about variations in performance from contract terms (application) 17 how and why to provide suppliers and services with advice and information about the changes needed and the time allowed to make the changes (synthesis) 18 how and why to investigate variations and problems (analysis) 19 what to identify as the likely causes of variations and problems (understanding) 20 how to inform all those who are affected (application) 21 how and why to assess existing sourcing arrangements against alternative supply options (analysis) 22 how and why to estimate the relative benefits and advantages of alternative supply options (analysis)
    26. Evaluate pre-qualification of tenderers 1 how to implement an appropriate type of procurement strategy which aligns with legal and statutory requirements (evaluation) 2 how and why to decide which potential tenderers could meet the contract conditions (evaluation) 3 how and why to decide which potential tenderers could meet the contract specification to fulfil the selected type of procurement process (evaluation) 4 how and why to decide how many tenderers to invite, taking into account the value and size of the contract (evaluation) 5 how to send enquiries to potential tenderers, in accordance with regulatory requirements requiring them to provide evidence about their experience and capability (application) 6 how and why to choose selection criteria which are suitable to weight and rate performance for the type of work described in the tender (evaluation) 7 how and why to evaluate potential tenderers who respond to the invitation against the selection criteria (evaluation) 8 how and why to place potential tenderers in rank order (analysis) 9 how and why to choose the number of potential tenderers needed (evaluation) 10 how and why to offer advice and information to decision makers about potential tenderers and the selection criteria (synthesis) 11 how to modify the tender list to reflect any agreed changes(application) 12 how to confirm that the selected tenderers are willing to tender (application) 13 how to add more potential tenderers from the evaluation list which meet the selection criteria if those contacted are not willing to tender (application)
    27. Obtain bids and tenders 14 how to ensure that procurement information and documents are drafted which meet statutory regulations, codes of practice and the organisation's policies (application) 15 how to ensure that procurement information and documents are issued to all the tenderers on the agreed list, following the agreed procedures (application) 16 how to respond to queries from tenderers promptly (application) 17 how to pass on any additional information to tenderers which they need (application) 18 how to pass on to all the tenderers the information given to individual tenderers, and amendments to procurement information and documents (application) 19 how to ensure that accurate records are kept of procurement information and documents issued, feedback, queries and information from tenderers (application) 20 how to ensure that required action is implemented when tenderers withdraw from the process (application)
    28. Analyse and select successful bids and tenders and negotiate changes 21 how to ensure that the tenders received are stored in a secure place and opened on the closing date in line with the organisation's procedures and regulatory requirements (application) 22 how and why to select for evaluation those tenders which meet the criteria (evaluation) 23 how and why to reject tenders which do not meet the criteria (evaluation) 24 how to check with tenderers if any discrepancies, omissions and errors are found in the tenders (application) 25 how and why to agree any amendments with tenderers (evaluation) 26 how to make any amendments with tenderers where discrepancies, omissions and errors are found in the tenders (application) 27 how and why to analyse the tenders which are selected against the agreed criteria (analysis) 28 how and why to choose the tender which best meets the criteria (evaluation) 29 how to check that the successful tenderer and the client can meet the obligations of the contract (application) 30 how and why to recommend a preferred tender to the client (synthesis) 31 how and why to negotiate any variations, adjustments and corrections with the successful tenderer (synthesis) 32 how and why to agree any variations, adjustments and corrections with the successful tenderer and (evaluation) 33 how to confirm any variations, adjustments and corrections with the successful tenderer in writing, subject to contract (application) 34 how and why to accept the successful tender formally (evaluation) 35 how to notify tenderers who have been unsuccessful, about the result (application) 36 how to modify the procurement process if too few tenders are received to show that there has been adequate competition (application) 37 how to repeat the procurement process if too few tenders are received to show that there has been adequate competition (application)
    29. Identify and resource the development of new products and services to meet market needs 1 how and why to review the organisation's operations (analysis) 2 how and why to evaluate the organisation's strengths and weaknesses to compete in potential markets (evaluation) 3 what to identify as appropriate and realistic market areas for the organisation (understanding) 4 how to summarise the information on realistic market areas for the organisation (application) 5 how and why to analyse the demand for and type of new products and services within the identified market areas (analysis) 6 what to identify as opportunities to use new marketing technologies, materials and techniques to meet identified market needs (understanding) 7 how and why to ensure that the resources needed are calculated accurately and that sufficient resources are allocated for the development of new products and services (application) 8 how and why to negotiate additional resources in cases where existing resources are insufficient to meet development costs (synthesis) 9 how and why to select new and innovative products and services for development which are based on an accurate evaluation of the organisation's business policy (evaluation)
    30. Develop and implement a marketing strategy 10 how and why to evaluate the present image and reputation of the organisation with the target audience (evaluation) 11 what to identify as the potential client base (understanding) 12 how and why to develop an information gathering system to support the development of marketing and promotion strategies (synthesis) 13 what to identify as potential new business opportunities (understanding) 14 how and why to agree potential new business opportunities (evaluation) 15 how and why to evaluate marketing and promotion options (evaluation) 16 how and why to develop a clear and relevant strategy which is capable of making a significant impact on the target audience (evaluation) 17 how and why to choose methods, media and techniques for the marketing and promotion of the organisation which are consistent with the corporate image (evaluation) 18 how and why to negotiate a programme and budget to deliver the agreed marketing and promotion strategy (synthesis) 19 how and why to agree a programme and budget to deliver the agreed marketing and promotion strategy (evaluation) 20 how to implement a programme and budget to deliver the agreed marketing and promotion strategy (application) 21 how and why to monitor the marketing and promotion strategy regularly (analysis) 22 how and why to review the impact and make modifications which will improve market presence and penetration (analysis)
    31. Develop and maintain a policy to maximise client and customer satisfaction 23 how and why to analyse market research to determine realistically the type and quality of services clients and customers will need (analysis) 24 how and why to develop a clear and realistic client and customer service policy (evaluation) 25 how and why to agree a realistic client and customer service policy with decision makers (evaluation) 26 how and why to develop a policy for client and customer service which summarises the organisation's agreed policy (evaluation) 27 how to circulate the agreed policy for client and customer service to all the workforce (application) 28 how and why to develop an appropriate client and customer service system, which will meet the service needs (evaluation) 29 how and why to introduce an appropriate client and customer service system, which will meet the service needs (synthesis) 30 how and why to develop systems for obtaining client and customer feedback (evaluation) 31 how and why to introduce systems for obtaining client and customer feedback (synthesis) 32 how and why to monitor systems for obtaining client and customer feedback regularly for both positive and negative feedback (analysis) 33 how to summarise positive client and customer feedback (application) 34 how to circulate positive client and customer feedback to decision makers (application) 35 how and why to investigate negative client and customer feedback and individual complaints promptly (analysis) 36 how to respond to negative client and customer feedback and individual complaints promptly (application) 37 how to resolve cases of negative client and customer feedback and individual complaints promptly (synthesis) 38 how and why to produce regular summaries of client and customer complaints and compliments, the action taken and recommendations for future action (application) 39 how to circulate the summaries of client and customer complaints and compliments, the action taken and recommendations for future action to decision makers (application)
    32. Assess and manage project risks and opportunities 1 what to identify as the project information and processes relating to risks and opportunities (understanding) 2 how and why to review project information and processes relating to risks and opportunities (analysis) 3 what to identify as the significance and ownership of the risks and opportunities (understanding) 4 how and why to assess the significance and ownership of the risks and opportunities (analysis) 5 how and why to select the most effective risk management methods and procedures to manage residual risks that comply with all relevant regulations and guidelines (evaluation) 6 what to identify as the activities and resources required to implement the risk management methods (understanding) 7 how and why to specify clearly the procedures for implementing the risk management methods and procedures (evaluation) 8 how to implement the risk management methods and procedures (application) 9 how to maintain the risk management methods and procedures (application) 10 how to modify the risk management methods and procedures to meet changed circumstances (application)
    33. Develop and maintain systems for managing health, safety and welfare 11 how and why to encourage a culture of health, safety and welfare on the project (application) 12 what to identify as opportunities for improving the work environment (understanding) 13 how and why to recommend opportunities for improving the work environment (synthesis) 14 how and why to develop adequate health, safety and welfare policies and systems which meet organisational and statutory requirements (synthesis) 15 how to maintain adequate health, safety and welfare policies and systems which meet organisational and statutory requirements (application) 16 how to allocate health, safety and welfare responsibilities, equipment and resources to people which are consistent with organisational and statutory requirements, and the specific project requirements (application) 17 how and why to develop systems which meet statutory requirements for identifying and reducing hazards and reporting accidents and emergencies and preventing recurrence (synthesis) 18 how to implement systems which meet statutory requirements for identifying and reducing hazards and reporting accidents and emergencies and preventing recurrence (application) 19 how to ensure that health, safety and welfare systems are checked regularly, in accordance with organisational and statutory requirements, (application) 20 what to identify as any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations (understanding) 21 how to record any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations (application)
    34. Establish and manage project team activities 22 how and why to prepare a strategy for the project which makes the best use of the capabilities of all project team members (evaluation) 23 how and why to examine stakeholder needs and intentions from the brief (analysis) 24 how to discuss stakeholder needs and intentions from the brief (synthesis) 25 how to clarify stakeholder needs and intentions and resolve any issues (application) 26 how and why to develop clear parameters which will enable the project to meet the requirements of the brief and schedules (synthesis) 27 how and why to set up arrangements to achieve communication and trust between stakeholders (synthesis) 28 how and why to set up with the project team members, appropriate and realistic methods for project development, evaluation, modification, monitoring and updating (synthesis) 29 how and why to agree with the project team members, appropriate and realistic methods for project development, evaluation, modification, monitoring and updating (evaluation) 30 what to identify as potential areas needing investigation (understanding) 31 how and why to agree a realistic timescale and costs with the project team (evaluation) 32 how and why to motivate project team members to maximise and integrate their contributions to the project development (synthesis) 33 how and why to coach project team members to maximise and integrate their contributions to the project development (synthesis) 34 how to involve project team members to maximise and integrate their contributions to the project development (application) 35 how and why to monitor the progress of the project team (analysis) 36 how to provide members with feedback on timing, task completion and team processes (application) 37 how and why to coordinate feedback sessions in a manner which is suitable for the needs and capabilities of the project team and which allows each team member enough time to express their views (synthesis)
    35. Implement project organisation and communication systems 38 what to identify as the organisational and communication needs for the project (understanding) 39 how to implement systems which are compatible with those used by the client and supply chain and which enable clear and effective management, and administrative and operational controls (application) 40 how to produce information about people's roles and responsibilities, the project, and the organisational structure (application) 41 how to circulate the information about people's roles and responsibilities, the project, and the organisational structure to stakeholders (application) 42 how to introduce methods of communicating, reporting, recording and retrieving information between stakeholders which are appropriate to the needs of the project (synthesis) 43 how and why to monitor the methods of communicating, reporting, recording and retrieving information between stakeholders regularly for effectiveness (analysis) 44 how and why to set up systems for recording and providing feedback on the ways in which resources are allocated and used (synthesis) 45 how and why to audit health, safety and welfare systems regularly, in accordance with organisational and statutory requirements (analysis) 46 what to identify as any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations (understanding) 47 how to record any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations (application) 48 how and why to take responsibility restoring compliance with regulations where necessary (evaluation)
    36. Obtain and evaluate project feedback information and make improvements 49 how to promote the value of making improvements from feedback throughout the project (synthesis) 50 how to encourage stakeholders to collaborate and deliver feedback information (application) 51 what to identify as the areas to focus on for making improvements from feedback (understanding) 52 how and why to agree the areas to focus on for making improvements from feedback (evaluation) 53 what to identify as valid and reliable methods and sources for obtaining feedback information on projects and for assessing and recommending improvements from feedback (understanding) 54 how and why to agree valid and reliable methods and sources for obtaining feedback information on projects and for assessing and recommending improvements from feedback (evaluation) 55 how to obtain the feedback information (application) 56 how and why to investigate the feedback information (analysis) 57 how and why to review the feedback information (analysis) 58 how and why to match feedback information against the original requirements and objectives (synthesis) 59 how to summarise both positive and negative factors from feedback information (application) 60 how and why to recommend improvements from feedback received (synthesis) 61 how and why to justify the recommended improvements from feedback to decision makers (evaluation) 62 how to classify improvements from feedback which have been agreed (application) 63 how to incorporate improvements from feedback accurately into updated procedures and databases (application)
    37. Select and form a project team 1 what to identify as the team resources that are needed and where they can be obtained (understanding) 2 how and why to select team resources that meet agreed timescales and budget limits (evaluation) 3 what to identify as significant factors which will affect the number, type and availability of team resources (understanding) 4 how and why to evaluate the quality and potential reliability of team resources (evaluation) 5 how to circulate to decision makers the results of the evaluations of the quality and reliability of team resources (application) 6 how and why to negotiate proposals of contractual arrangements for team resources (synthesis) 7 how and why to agree proposals of contractual arrangements for team resources (evaluation) 8 how to follow the rules and formalities for obtaining team resources (application)
    38. Develop and maintain working relationships 9 how and why to develop working relationships with people which promote goodwill, trust and respect (synthesis) 10 how to maintain working relationships with people which promote goodwill, trust and respect (application) 11 how to encourage working relationships with people which promote goodwill, trust and respect (application) 12 how to inform people about work activities in an appropriate level of detail and with an appropriate degree of urgency (application) 13 how and why to offer advice and help to people about work activities (synthesis) 14 how to encourage questions, requests for clarification and comments (application) 15 how to present proposals for action to people (application) 16 how to clarify with people objections to proposals (application) 17 how and why to suggest alternative proposals where objections have been raised (synthesis)
    39. Evaluate estimate, bid and tender enquiry documentation 1 how to check the tender details and tender requirements (application) 2 how to confirm the tender requirements with decision makers (application) 3 how to summarise the tender requirements accurately (application) 4 how to pass summaries of the tender requirements on for comment to decision makers (application) 5 what to identify as any points of concern in the tender documents (understanding) 6 how to refer any points of concern in the tender documents to decision makers for them to clarify and resolve (application) 7 how and why to evaluate the tender documents against the agreed criteria (evaluation) 8 how and why to assess whether the organisation is capable of meeting the tender requirements (analysis) 9 what to identify as any contractual and legal issues which might affect the project (understanding) 10 how and why to assess any contractual and legal issues which might affect the project (analysis) 11 how and why to investigate the tender documents within budgets and tender time limits (analysis) 12 how and why to draw accurate conclusions about tender requirements within the limits of the tender information which is available, and which provide an objective basis for making a decision on whether to make a bid (evaluation) 13 how to keep information about tender enquiries in confidence (application) 14 how to pass on information about tender enquiries on to people who have the authority to receive it (application)
    40. Assess the resource requirements and costs within an estimate, bid and tender 15 how and why to develop a proposed method statement and draft programme which meet the tender requirements (evaluation) 16 how to ensure that the resources needed are calculated accurately from available sources, resource availability is investigated and the information is presented so that the requirements can be costed and planned (application) 17 how to ensure that resource costs are estimated by calculating an accurate cost for each item which is required (application) 18 how to ensure that the cost is modified to take into account any external factors which may affect the cost projections (application) 19 how to produce the overall estimate of costs (application) 20 how to check that the overall estimate of costs is complete, accurate and in a form which is suitable for a judgement to be made (application) 21 how to explain the projected costs to support the calculations (application) 22 how to clarify the projected costs to support the calculations (application) 23 how and why to recommend payment schedules which will meet known cash flow requirements (synthesis)
    41. Finalise and submit an estimate, bid and tender offer 24 what to identify as the risks and opportunities involved in a successful tender offer (understanding) 25 how and why to evaluate, realistically, the risks and opportunities involved in a successful tender offer (evaluation) 26 what to identify as any alternatives and qualifications to the original tender requirements which may improve the organisation's ability to carry out the work (understanding) 27 how and why to specify any alternatives and qualifications to the original tender requirements which may improve the organisation's ability to carry out the work (evaluation) 28 how to apply a profit margin and payment schedule which meets the objectives and strategy of the organisation (application) 29 how to check that the tender offer is complete and accurate and conforms to house style (application) 30 how to make any necessary modifications to the tender offer (application) 31 how to present and support the tender offer in a manner which maximises its acceptability (application) 32 how to collate the tender offer information in accordance with procurement requirements (application) 33 how to arrange the tender offer information in accordance with procurement requirements (application) 34 how to submit the tender offer information in accordance with procurement requirements (application) 35 how to collect together all the tender offer information (application) 36 how to record the tender offer information (application) 37 how to store the tender offer information securely (application) 38 how to pass the tender offer information on to people who have the authority to receive it (application)
    42. Prepare proposal for a project brief 1 what to identify as stakeholders' requirements opinions and aspirations (understanding) 2 how and why to agree the stakeholders' requirements opinions and aspirations (evaluation) 3 how to prepare a project proposal (application) 4 how and why to select data which is relevant and valid (evaluation) 5 how and why to analyse data and qualify its status data (analysis) 6 how and why to estimate the cost and timescale of the project (analysis) 7 how to confirm the cost and timescale of the project (application) 8 how and why to review the cost implications of adopting alternative design, construction, services, financing and use strategies (analysis) 9 how and why to agree the cost implications of adopting alternative design, construction, services, financing and use strategies with stakeholders (evaluation) 10 how and why to prepare a draft brief clearly, accurately, unambiguously and within the time agreed (synthesis) 11 how to present the brief to stakeholders (application) 12 how to explain any significant constraints, opportunities and areas of uncertainty relating to the project (application) 13 how and why to discuss any significant constraints, opportunities and areas of uncertainty relating to the project (synthesis) 14 how to modify the draft to reflect the discussion and relevant points which have been raised (application) 15 how and why to negotiate a clear and mutually acceptable agreement on the brief which is in sufficient detail to allow work to start on the next stage of the project (synthesis)
    43. Develop a project outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief 16 how and why to review the requirements of the brief (analysis) 17 how to check and clarify the initial assumptions about the project outline programme with stakeholders (application) 18 how and why to develop a realistic outline programme for the project stages which takes account of identified constraints (synthesis) 19 how to discuss the outline programme with stakeholders (application) 20 how and why to agree any necessary modifications to the brief, outline programme and constraints (evaluation) 21 how and why to prepare an outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief and the expectations of stakeholders (synthesis) 22 how to present an outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief and the expectations of stakeholders (application) 23 how and why to agree an outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief and the expectations of stakeholders (evaluation)
    44. Identify, assess and agree project requirements and stakeholder preferences 24 how to clarify the project stakeholders' understanding of project processes and procedures and the roles of those who need to be involved (application) 25 what to identify as the project stakeholders' goals and priorities both now and in the future (understanding) 26 how and why to agree with the project stakeholders what their goals and priorities are both now and in the future (evaluation) 27 how to clarify the project stakeholders' circumstances and requirements, the options available and the constraints and risks which might apply to the project (application) 28 how and why to advise project stakeholders about new regulatory or technological requirements and innovations to enable them to make informed decisions (synthesis) 29 how and why to guide project stakeholders about new regulatory or technological requirements and innovations to enable them to make informed decisions (synthesis) 30 how to summarise the project requirements and stakeholders' preferences (application) 31 how to present the project requirements and stakeholders' preferences (application) 32 how and why to evaluate project requirements and stakeholders' preferences which do not appear to be realistic (evaluation) 33 how and why to recommend valid options to meet project requirements and stakeholders' preferences (synthesis) 34 how to record agreement on valid options to meet project requirements and stakeholders' preferences (application)
    45. Exchange information and present advice on technical issues 1 how to obtain information which is sufficiently detailed for the purpose (application) 2 how and why to evaluate information which is sufficiently detailed for the purpose (evaluation) 3 how to present technical information and advice which is complete, summarised accurately and relevant to technical issues (application) 4 how to present technical recommendations and judgements which are clear, accurate and valid, and which represent the best advice possible, given the information and resources available (synthesis) 5 how and why to give technical instructions and guidance which are likely to be understood by the people who will follow them (application) 6 how to present technical recommendations and judgements using a style of communication which is appropriate to the people receiving information and advice (application) 7 how to adapt the presentation of technical recommendations and judgements where people have difficulties understanding them (application) 8 how to modify the presentation of technical recommendations and judgements where people have difficulties understanding them (application)
    46. Resolve complex indeterminate situations 9 what to identify as complex indeterminate situations (understanding) 10 how and why to estimate realistically the effects of complex indeterminate situations (analysis) 11 how to summarise the issues relating to existing complex indeterminate situations for the organisation (application) 12 how and why to assess the validity and completeness of the information available (analysis) 13 what to identify as any significant gaps in the validity and completeness of the information available (understanding) 14 how and why to specify sufficient additional information to cover any gaps and to provide a valid starting point for the analysis of the situation (evaluation) 15 how to obtain sufficient additional information to cover any gaps and to provide a valid starting point for the analysis of the situation (application) 16 how and why to analyse information (analysis) 17 how and why to draw valid and justifiable conclusions from information (evaluation) 18 how to apply decision making techniques which increase the reliability of the conclusions (application) 19 how and why to reflect on the conclusions (analysis) 20 how and why to interpret the conclusions into detailed issues that enable known opportunities and solutions to be identified and utilised for establishing policy (analysis)
    47. Practice within an ethical framework 21 how and why to make judgements and offer advice which balance the needs of the client, the resources available and the needs of people in the community who are directly and indirectly affected (evaluation) 22 how and why to offer advice which balance the needs of the client, the resources available and the needs of people in the community who are directly and indirectly affected (synthesis) 23 how and why to take clear and unequivocal personal responsibility for your own decisions and the decisions of others in your organisation (evaluation) 24 how to behave in an ethical manner by taking appropriate action if unethical behaviour is brought to your attention (application) 25 how and why to establish a system of communication to report instances of unethical behaviour which encourages responsibility and empowerment at all levels (synthesis) 26 how and why to offer judgements and advice which recognise the needs of other people (synthesis) 27 how and why to manage criteria that identify offers and contracts which are illegal and which may generate conflicts of interest (evaluation) 28 how and why to reject criteria which are illegal and which may generate conflicts of interest that fail the criteria (evaluation) 29 how and why to define the limits of your professional expertise and set perimeters to work within them (evaluation) 30 how to disclose information obtained from clients only to those who have a legitimate right to receive it (application) 31 how and why to enter into formal and informal contracts and agreements for advisory and problem-solving services which conform to legal requirements, ethical standards and recognised good practice and that service providers adhere to relevant conditions (evaluation) 32 how to communicate with clients in a style and manner which maintains professional independence and maximises goodwill and trust (application) 33 how and why to define the working practices and the expectations of the people involved in the contract (evaluation) 34 how and why to agree the working practices and the expectations of the people involved in the contract (evaluation) 35 how and why to set up systems to protect the individual, and the interests of society and to indemnify clients where the advice given results in loss or damage to the client (synthesis) 36 how to implement systems to protect the individual, and the interests of society and to indemnify clients where the advice given results in loss or damage to the client (application) 37 how to keep all funds, including interest, held on behalf of clients, separate from personal and organisational funds (application) 38 how and why to promote a culture of honesty and equity with people (synthesis) 39 what to identify as areas of weakness in the culture (understanding) 40 how and why to recommend improvements to the culture (synthesis) 41 how to implement improvements to the culture (application)
    48. Develop, monitor and implement systems
    • how to develop, monitor and implement the following systems and record the progress of the project against agreed programme(s)
    ‐ visual inspection
    ‐ resources records
    ‐ site inspection reports
    ‐ contractor’s reports
    ‐ written, graphical and electronic records of actual work against programmed work
    ‐ site meetings
    ‐ organisational procedures
    ‐ management reports
    ‐ benchmarks
    ‐ comparison with project requirements
    • why it is important to develop systems to monitor and record the progress of the project against the following
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ network analysis
    ‐ critical path
    ‐ line balance
    ‐ action lists
    ‐ resource schedules
    ‐ project expenditure forecasts
    49. Collect information
    • how to collect progress information
    • how to accurately summarise progress information for stakeholders
    50. Identify inadequate or inappropriate resources
    • how to identify inadequate and inappropriate resources
    • how to inform stakeholders about inadequate and inappropriate resources
    • how to recommend alternative resources to stakeholders
    51. Identify and quantify deviations
    • how to identify the causes of deviations from planned progress which have occurred, and which may occur
    • how to identify and quantify deviations from the planned progress which may disrupt the programme
    • why it is important to identify and quantify deviations from planned progress
    52. Investigate deviations
    • how to investigate the circumstances of deviations from planned progress
    • how to agree corrective action for deviations from planned progress with stakeholders
    • how to implement agreed corrective action for deviations to
    ‐ maintain progress in accordance with agreed programme
    ‐ agree a revised programme
    ‐ secure additional resources
    ‐ alter planned work schedules
    • why it is important to agree corrective action(s)
    53. Recommend options
    • how to recommend options to stakeholders that will minimise delays to the programme
    • how to recommend options that will help the project progress
    • why it is important to make recommendations that will minimise increases in cost and time and help the project progress
    54. Inform stakeholders
    • how and when to inform stakeholders about changes to operational programme(s) and demands on resources
    • why it is important to keep stakeholders informed about changes to operational programme(s) and demands on resources
    55. Maintain progress
    • how to recommend decisions and actions that need to be taken to maintain progress
    • why it is important to make recommendations to maintain progress
    56. Identify improvements from feedback
    • how to identify improvements in progress from feedback received
    • how to recommend improvements in progress to stakeholders
    • why it is important to recommend improvements in progress to stakeholders
    57. Identify and interpret quality standards
    • how to identify and interpret quality standards, including but not limited to the following
    ‐ current legislation
    ‐ project specifications
    ‐ British Standards
    ‐ International Standards
    ‐ codes of practice
    ‐ organisation standards
    ‐ trade advisory guidance and best practice
    ‐ benchmarking
    • how to ensure the project’s quality standards are issued to the workforce before starting work on a contract
    58. Specify responsibilities
    • how to allocate and specify the roles and responsibilities to maintain quality standards
    • why it is important to specify and allocate the roles and responsibilities to maintain quality standards
    • how to contribute to a site quality plan or procedure in accordance with the project’s quality standards
    59. Establish quality control systems
    • how to establish the following systems for inspecting, controlling and recording the quality of work relating to methods of construction, materials, components and their use
    ‐ visual inspection
    ‐ comparison with design requirements
    ‐ comparison with standard documentation
    ‐ checking manufacturer’s documentation
    ‐ checking delivery notes
    ‐ sampling and mock ups
    ‐ testing
    ‐ site inspection reports
    ‐ contractor reports
    ‐ site meetings
    • why it is important to establish systems for inspecting, controlling and recording the quality of work relating to methods of construction and materials, components and their use
    60. Check standards of work
    • how to check that work relating to methods of construction and materials, components and their use conforms to design requirements and the specified project quality standards
    61. Identify non-conformance
    • how to identify and record work relating to methods of construction, materials, components and their use that fail to meet the requirements and specified project quality standards
    • how to inform stakeholders following the organisational non conformance procedures regarding methods of construction, materials, components and their use that fail to meet the requirements and specified project quality standards
    • why it is important to identify, record and report work relating to methods of construction, materials, components and their use, that fail to meet the requirements and specified project quality standards
    • how to implement corrective action where work relating to methods of construction, materials, components and their use fails to meet the requirements and specified project quality standards
    • why it is important to implement corrective actions in cases of non-conformance
    62. Inform of variations
    • how to inform stakeholders about variations in project quality standards, safety implications and the finish to the product that may affect the programme
    • how to recommend solutions to stakeholders on the actions required to correct variations
    • how to recommend improvements to stakeholders
    • why it is important to recommend solutions and improvements
    63. Conflicts
    • how to identify conflicts between the project’s quality standards
    • how to refer conflicting quality standards to stakeholders for resolution
    • why it is important to identify and report conflicting quality standards
    64. Identify improvements from feedback
    • how to identify improvements in project quality standards from feedback
    • how to recommend improvements to decision-makers
    • why it is important to identify and recommend improvements to the project quality standards
    • how to agree and record amendments to the project quality standards with stakeholders
    65. Implement systems
    • how to implement and monitor project quantities and cost control systems which will provide early warnings of problems
    66. Collect quantity and cost data
    • how to ensure that the following quantities and cost data is collected and recorded for the project against the following resources used
    67. Quantities and cost data
    • materials
    ‐ plant
    ‐ people
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ day works
    ‐ variations
    ‐ retention sums
    ‐ forecasts of expenditures
    ‐ performance information
    ‐ project programme and progress
    68. Resources
    • people
    ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
    ‐ materials and components
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ Information
    ‐ work area and facilities
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ site overheads
    ‐ records of valuations of work completed
    • how to ensure data is passed on to the stakeholders in time for them to use it
    69. Prepare data
    • how to ensure the correct work values and following quantities and cost data are prepared
    ‐ materials
    ‐ plant
    ‐ people
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ day works
    ‐ variations
    ‐ retention sums
    ‐ forecasts of expenditures
    ‐ performance information
    ‐ project programme and progress
    70. Present data
    • how to ensure that the following quantities and cost data are presented in a format which will help the people responsible to make decisions
    ‐ materials
    ‐ plant
    ‐ people
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ day works
    ‐ variations
    ‐ retention sums
    ‐ forecasts of expenditures
    ‐ performance information
    ‐ project programme and progress
    71. Identify variations and trends
    • how to ensure variations and trends in the following quantities and cost data are identified, specified, quantified and calculated
    ‐ materials
    ‐ plant
    ‐ people
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ day works
    ‐ variations
    ‐ retention sums
    ‐ forecasts of expenditures
    ‐ performance information
    ‐ project programme and progress
    • why it is important to quantify the cost trends in quantities and cost data
    72. Investigate variations and implement corrective action
    • how to ensure variations in cost data are investigated
    • why it is important to investigate variations in cost data
    • how to agree and implement the following corrective actions with stakeholders which will add costs and expenditure to budget
    ‐ alter progress in accordance with agreed programme
    ‐ agree new completion dates
    ‐ secure alternative resources
    ‐ alter planned work schedules
    ‐ alter method of work
    • why it is important to agree and implement corrective action with stakeholders in order to maintain costs and expenditure to budget
    • how to initiate a contract claim
    73. Identify cost efficiencies
    • how to identify the following opportunities for cost efficiencies
    ‐ waste reduction
    ‐ resource management and logistics
    ‐ applications of new technologies and materials
    ‐ energy and utility management
    ‐ recyclable and recoverable materials
    ‐ alternative sources and types of materials
    ‐ variations in quality
    ‐ standardisation
    ‐ revenue generation
    ‐ method of work
    • how to develop and recommend to stakeholders the systems and processes that will assist in the identification of opportunities for cost efficiencies
    • why it is important to develop and recommend to stakeholders the systems and processes to identify opportunities for cost efficiencies
    • how to recommend opportunities for cost efficiencies to stakeholders
    74. Draft work programmes and schedules
    • how to identify major activities
    • how to determine the resources required by analysing designs, contractual information, statutory consents, contractor’s pre planning information, conditions of contract, health, safety, welfare and environmental plans, risk assessments and method statements, programmes and schedules and sub contractor arrangements and attendance in relation to the following
    ‐ people
    ‐ plant, equipment and machinery
    ‐ materials and components
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ Information
    ‐ work area and facilities
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ utility providers
    • how to prepare the following draft programmes and schedules
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ network analysis
    ‐ critical activities
    ‐ action lists
    ‐ resources schedules
    • why it is important to prepare draft programmes and schedules
    75. Evaluate alternative methods
    • how to evaluate alternative methods and systems in relation to the following resources
    ‐ people
    ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
    ‐ materials and components
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ Information
    ‐ work area and facilities
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ utility providers
    • how to select the best solution to meet the following project requirements
    ‐ contract conditions
    ‐ contract programme stipulations
    ‐ statutory consent
    ‐ Building Control notification
    ‐ third-party obligations
    ‐ health and safety requirements
    76. Obtain clarification and advice
    • how to obtain clarification and advice from stakeholders, the workforce and technical and trade literature where the following resources are not available
    ‐ people
    ‐ plant, equipment and machinery
    ‐ materials and components
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ Information
    ‐ work area and facilities
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ utility providers
    77. Analyse activities
    • how to analyse method studies, work studies and production analysis activities against the following
    ‐ contract conditions
    ‐ contract programme stipulations
    ‐ statutory consent
    ‐ Building Control notification
    ‐ third-party obligations
    ‐ health and safety requirements
    • how to identify and consider the following possible external factors
    ‐ other related programmes
    ‐ supply lead times
    ‐ contingencies
    ‐ special working conditions
    ‐ weather conditions
    ‐ statutory limitations
    ‐ site conditions
    ‐ environmental considerations
    ‐ customers
    • how to analyse activities against external factors
    78. Identify and sequence activities
    • how to calculate the duration of activities for programmes and schedules
    • how to identify activities that influence each other
    • how to make best use of resources by sequencing activities logically and realistically
    79. Production of programmes and schedules
    • how to ensure the production of the following detailed programmes and schedules
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ network analysis
    ‐ critical activities
    ‐ action lists
    ‐ resources schedules
    • how to ensure detailed programmes and schedules of planned activities are consistent with the complexity of the project
    80. Develop a monitoring system
    • how to develop a system to monitor the following works programmes and schedules
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ network analysis
    ‐ critical activities
    ‐ action lists
    ‐ resources schedules
    • how to implement a system to monitor works programmes and schedules and use the results to improve production and planning
    81. Identify alterations
    • how to identify alterations to the following works programmes and schedules
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ network analysis
    ‐ critical activities
    ‐ action lists
    ‐ resources schedules
    • how to ensure alterations to works programmes and schedules will meet changed circumstances
    82. Environmental management
    • how to examine the following project data to identify needs for environmental management and to establish methods of work that will support sustainability
    ‐ conditions of contract
    ‐ bills of quantities or methods of measurement
    ‐ specifications
    ‐ drawings
    ‐ health, safety and environmental plans
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ organisational requirements
    ‐ instructions and variations
    • why it is important to identify environmental management needs and the following sustainable work methods
    ‐ appearance
    ‐ ecological
    ‐ natural conservation
    ‐ historical conservation
    ‐ statutory nuisances
    ‐ emissions to air, land and water
    ‐ movement of project people, resources and vehicles
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ responsible contractor
    ‐ contaminated land
    ‐ invasive species
    83. Sustainable work methods
    • how to examine project data, and establish and record methods of work that will support sustainability
    • why it is important to examine project data, and establish and record methods of work that will support sustainability
    84. Promote and support
    • how to promote a culture of environmental awareness and support for sustainability in the workforce in relation to the following
    ‐ built to last
    ‐ integration with surroundings
    ‐ movement of project people, resources and vehicles
    ‐ meeting stakeholders’ needs
    ‐ energy efficiency
    ‐ efficient building services systems
    ‐ use of materials and resources
    ‐ waste recycling
    ‐ use of recycled materials
    ‐ responsible procurement
    ‐ biodiversity
    ‐ renewables
    ‐ water use and discharge
    ‐ archaeological and historical requirements
    • why it is important to promote a culture of environmental awareness and support for sustainability in the workforce
    85. Adopted Policies
    • how to examine and record the policies adopted for environmental management and sustainability
    • why it is important to examine and record the policies adopted for environmental management and sustainability
    86. Delegation
    • how to delegate duties for environmental management
    • how to delegate duties for monitoring the following sustainable work methods
    ‐ reuse and recycled materials and resources
    ‐ sustainable materials
    ‐ corporate social responsibility (CSR) and social value
    ‐ wellbeing
    ‐ innovation, legislation, technologies and skills
    ‐ procurement of materials and resources
    ‐ use and storage of materials and resources
    ‐ economic
    87. environmental factors
    • how to assess the significance of the following environmental factors as they affect the project and take appropriate action
    ‐ appearance
    ‐ ecological
    ‐ natural conservation
    ‐ historical conservation
    ‐ statutory nuisances
    ‐ emissions, air, land and water
    ‐ movement of project people, resources and vehicles
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ responsible contractor
    ‐ contaminated land
    ‐ invasive species
    88. Monitor sustainability
    • how to monitor project work against sustainability requirements and take appropriate action and comply with organisational requirements in relation to
    ‐ built to last
    ‐ integration with surroundings
    ‐ movement of project people, resources and vehicles
    ‐ meeting stakeholders’ needs
    ‐ energy efficiency
    ‐ efficient building services systems
    ‐ use of materials and resources
    ‐ waste recycling
    ‐ use of recycled materials
    ‐ responsible procurement
    ‐ biodiversity
    ‐ renewables
    ‐ water use and discharge
    ‐ archaeological and historical requirements
    89. Record positive performance
    • how to record positive performance in environmental management according to project and organisational requirements
    • how to make recommendations of positive performance to the following stakeholders
    ‐ the client, customer or their representative
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ workforce
    ‐ internal management
    90. Establish and improve
    • the different methods of communication required to establish a culture of health, safety, welfare and wellbeing with the following
    ‐ the workforce
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ clients
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ visitors
    ‐ the public
    • the principles of leading by example
    • how to implement a proactive reporting process to provide the workforce the opportunity to influence the health, safety, welfare and wellbeing culture on site
    • how to identify opportunities to improve health, safety, welfare and wellbeing, make appropriate recommendations and implement agreed modifications
    • the importance of wellbeing in the workplace
    91. Inform people
    • how to identify and delegate the specific responsibilities for health, safety, welfare and wellbeing to, including but not limited to:
    ‐ supervisors
    ‐ safety officers
    ‐ first aiders
    ‐ fire marshals
    • how to carry out site inductions, using various communication methods, which are specific to the site and which provide information including but not limited to:
    ‐ health and safety responsibilities
    ‐ health, safety and welfare equipment and resources
    ‐ risk control procedures
    ‐ first aid arrangements
    ‐ emergency plans
    ‐ evacuation plans
    ‐ traffic management
    ‐ Hazards
    ‐ fire procedures
    • how to monitor and maintain records of inductions to ensure they consistently inform the following of their health, safety and welfare responsibilities, including but not limited to:
    ‐ the workforce
    ‐ supervisors
    ‐ safety officers
    ‐ first aiders and fire marshals
    92. Notices
    • how to ensure the following notices and hazard warnings comply with construction specific health, safety and welfare regulations, general health, safety and welfare legislation and organisational policies and procedures:
    ‐ prescribed notices
    ‐ statutory certification notifications
    ‐ site safety signs
    ‐ Information
    • how to maintain accurate and appropriate signs, notices and hazard warnings, ensuring they are sufficient to cover all requirements, their distribution and position is correct, and they are being effective for the workforce, visitors and the public
    • why it is important to ensure accurate and appropriate notices are maintained
    93. Equipment and resources
    • how to ensure the following health, safety and welfare equipment and resources are available and sufficient for the project, including but not limited to:
    ‐ protective clothing
    ‐ protective equipment
    ‐ first aid facilities and arrangements
    ‐ welfare facilities
    ‐ storage and security of materials and equipment
    ‐ accident and incident reporting
    ‐ firefighting equipment
    ‐ provision of health, safety and welfare training
    • how to ensure health, safety and welfare equipment and resources comply with current organisational policies and procedures
    94. Implement systems
    • how to implement hazard identification, risk assessment, prevention and protection management systems which meet current organisational policies and procedures for identifying and reducing risks
    • how to implement management systems for reporting and recording accidents, emergencies and near misses
    • how to maintain the welfare of the following in accordance with current organisational policies and procedures:
    ‐ workforce
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ visitors
    ‐ the public
    95. Hazard identification and risk assessment
    • how to ensure health, safety and environmental hazards which have the potential to cause harm are identified
    • how to obtain additional information about hazards by communicating with the following:
    ‐ clients
    ‐ designers
    ‐ workforce
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ consultants
    • the effects of occupational health hazards
    • how to identify and record any residual risks and implement contingencies to manage the potential implications
    • how to apply the principles of prevention to eliminate and control risks at source, to manage risks and hazards, to attain a collective protection approach and to monitor the use of health and safety control equipment
    • how to review risks and communicate information to the following
    ‐ workforce
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ visitors
    ‐ the public
    96. Monitor for compliance
    • how to monitor health, safety, and welfare and wellbeing systems regularly to ensure compliance with current organisational policies and procedures
    • why it is important to monitor health, safety, and welfare and wellbeing systems regularly
    97. Obtain pre-construction information in relation to dimensional control
    • how to obtain relevant pre-construction information
    • how to check that pre-construction information is up to date and accurate
    • how to resolve problems with pre-construction information
    • why it is important to resolve problems with pre-construction information
    98. Correlate and interpret information
    • how to correlate and interpret information on project work which is relevant to the following dimensional control information
    ‐ lines
    ‐ levels
    ‐ angles
    ‐ distances
    ‐ radii
    ‐ positions
    ‐ setting out points
    • why it is important to correlate and interpret information on project work which is relevant to the following dimensional control information
    ‐ lines
    ‐ levels
    ‐ angles
    ‐ distances
    ‐ radii
    ‐ positions
    ‐ setting out points
    99. Identify variations
    • how to identify and record variations, relating to boundaries, levels and locations, between the specified and the actual project dimensions
    • why it is important to identify and record variations, relating to boundaries, levels and locations, between the specified and the actual project dimensions
    100. Establish a monitoring system
    • how to establish graphical, measured and instrumental monitoring systems for dimensional controls
    • why establishing graphical, measured and instrumental monitoring systems for dimensional controls is required
    • why it is important to record and store dimensional control information for future reference
    101. Maintain measuring and recording equipment
    • how to ensure mechanical, optical and electronic measuring and recording equipment are calibrated and maintained
    • why specific mechanical, optical and electronic measuring and recording equipment should be selected
    102. Evaluate data
    • how to evaluate the following project data sources:
    ‐ conditions of contract
    ‐ bills of quantities or methods of measurement
    ‐ specifications and/or schedules of work
    ‐ drawings
    ‐ health, safety and environmental plans
    ‐ organisational requirements
    ‐ instructions and variations
    ‐ information on materials
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ survey reports
    ‐ design data
    ‐ statutory consents
    ‐ sub-contractor arrangements and attendance
    ‐ method statement and risk assessments
    ‐ safe systems of work
    • how to identify construction work methods from the evaluation of project data
    • why it is important to evaluate available project data
    103. Obtain additional information
    • how to obtain additional information in cases where the available project data is insufficient from the following:
    ‐ stakeholders
    ‐ regulatory authorities
    ‐ technical and trade guidance
    104. Identify work methods
    • how to identify work methods from evaluating organisational requirements, including but not limited to: investigative research, technical and trade guidance, codes of practice and official guidance which will make the best use of resources and materials in relation to:
    ‐ sequencing and integration
    ‐ organisation of resources
    ‐ Techniques
    ‐ use of temporary works
    ‐ modern methods of construction
    ‐ preparatory systems
    ‐ adoption of new materials
    ‐ application of new skills
    • how to identify work methods which meet the project and current organisational requirements
    105. Evaluate and select work methods
    • how to evaluate the identified work methods against the following relevant technical, environmental and project criteria to select the best method in relation to:
    ‐ materials performance and availability
    ‐ health, safety, welfare and wellbeing
    ‐ fire safety
    ‐ access
    ‐ plant, equipment or machinery performance and availability
    ‐ Resources
    ‐ traffic management
    ‐ environmental issues
    ‐ cost benefits
    ‐ current organisational requirements, codes of practice and official guidance
    ‐ stakeholder needs
    ‐ contract requirements in terms of time and quantity
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ sustainability
    106. Confirm method statements
    • how to ensure the method statement and risk assessments derived from the selected work methods are current, accurate, agreed and acceptable to all stakeholders
    • why it is important to ensure the selected work methods, method statement and risk assessments are acceptable to all stakeholders
    107. Recommend work methods
    • how to recommend and present work methods to stakeholders
    • the potential risks of works impacting on the cultural significance of the historic environment
    • the specific requirements for buildings and structures of traditional (pre-1919) construction or of architectural, historical or archaeological significance
    108. Implement systems for the collection of feedback
    • how to implement systems to collect feedback from the following sources
    ‐ general public
    ‐ workforce
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ customers
    ‐ colleagues
    ‐ social media
    ‐ regulators
    ‐ auditors
    ‐ client appointees
    ‐ designers
    • how to encourage the collection of feedback from sources
    • why it is important to encourage the collection of feedback from sources
    109. Obtain, investigate and assess feedback
    • how to ensure feedback from the following stakeholders is obtained using the following methods
    110. stakeholders
    • general public
    ‐ workforce
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ customers
    ‐ colleagues
    ‐ social media
    ‐ regulators
    ‐ auditors
    ‐ client appointees
    ‐ designers
    111. Methods
    • project correspondence
    ‐ site tests and inspections
    ‐ scientific research and data
    ‐ performance in use
    ‐ meetings
    ‐ questionnaires
    ‐ audits and reports
    ‐ site monitoring
    ‐ consultations
    • how to investigate and assess feedback from stakeholders
    • why it is important to investigate and assess feedback from stakeholders
    112. Evaluate feedback and justify recommendations
    • how to evaluate feedback received and make recommendations
    • how to justify recommendations to stakeholders based on feedback
    • why it is important to make and justify recommendations based on feedback to stakeholders
    113. Summarise and promote recommendations
    • how to summarise changes and recommendations based on feedback received
    • how to promote the adoption of changes and recommendations based on feedback
    114. Evaluate feedback systems
    • how to evaluate feedback systems to ensure recommendations have been implemented and are effective
    • why it is important to evaluate feedback systems
    115. specification
    • how to ensure the specification of the following plant, equipment or machinery meets the needs of the project before deployment
    ‐ static
    ‐ mobile
    ‐ accessories
    ‐ consumables
    ‐ health and safety equipment
    ‐ specialised hand tools
    ‐ standard plant, equipment or machinery
    ‐ non-standard plant, equipment or machinery
    • why it is important to ensure the specification meets the needs of the project
    116. Compliance with current legislation
    • how to ensure plant, equipment or machinery complies with current organisational requirements
    • how to check the competence of those that will set up, operate or maintain plant, equipment or machinery
    • why it is important to ensure compliance and check competence
    117. System implementation
    • how to implement a system that will update the deployment and allocation of plant, equipment or machinery as the project progresses and changes occur
    • how to recommend alternative plant, equipment or machinery to decision-makers
    • why a system to update the deployment and allocation of plant, equipment or machinery is required
    118. Identify hazards and assess risks
    • how to identify hazards and assess risks arising from the use of plant, equipment or machinery
    • how to mitigate risks by implementing measures that protect the workforce, sub-contractors, suppliers, consultants, occupants, visitors, the general public, and the environment by the application of the following information
    ‐ methods of work
    ‐ risk assessment
    ‐ safe use and storage of tools
    ‐ safe use and storage of materials
    ‐ traffic management
    119. Planning, supervision and use
    • how to ensure plant, equipment or machinery operations are supervised and conducted in accordance with organisational requirements
    • how to ensure adequate safe systems of work are in place for the use of plant, equipment or machinery
    • how to maintain records for the competence of supervisors, and operators
    • how to inform relevant persons about the use of plant, equipment or machinery in relation to organisational requirements.
    120. Storage, service and maintenance
    • how to confirm plant, equipment or machinery is stored, serviced, maintained, examined and inspected in accordance with organisational requirements
    • why it is important to ensure plant, equipment or machinery is stored, serviced, maintained, examined and inspected in accordance with organisational requirements
    121. Competency
    • how to identify the competency requirements for supervisors and operators of plant, equipment or machinery according to organisational requirements
    • how to compare identified competency needs with the needs of the project and future projects
    • how to determine if a person meets the competency requirements of their project role
    • how to arrange development for supervisors and operators of plant, equipment or machinery according to organisational requirements
    122. Suggestions for improvements
    • how to promote and record opportunities to suggest improvements in plant operations
    • why it is important to promote and record opportunities to suggest improvements in plant operations
    123. Return or remove
    • how to return or remove plant, equipment or machinery which is no longer needed
    • why it is important to return or remove plant, equipment or machinery which is no longer needed
    124. Observe and apply organisational requirements
    • what organisational requirements apply to the protection of the workforce, sub-contractors, suppliers, consultants, occupants, visitors, the general public, and the environment in relation to the following:
    ‐ methods of work
    ‐ risk assessment
    ‐ safe use and storage of tools
    ‐ safe use and storage of materials and components
    ‐ traffic management
    ‐ emergency plans
    ‐ fire safety
    ‐ acoustic and sound insulation
    ‐ thermal insulation
    ‐ workforce competency
    ‐ site constraints
    125. Manage implementation of the retrofit plan
    • why it is important to manage the implementation of the retrofit plan ensuring effective and efficient working practices compliant with design and quality standards for a given occupational area, and how to do this
    • why it is required, and how to ensure operatives undertaking the installation, commissioning and handover are qualified to do so for a given occupational area
    126. Review and record on works progress
    • why reviewing and recording on works progress against the project programme, resources and planned sequencing of works is required
    • how to review, record and report on works progress against the project programme, resources and planned sequencing of work
    • when and how to recommend and take corrective action
    • how to identify potential risks of failure and mitigate through planning, accuracy, dimensional control and sequencing of work, including but not limited to:
    ‐ technical and performance risks: a thermal bridges b heating c ventilation d thermal bypass e condensation and interstitial condensation f alterations in structure g moisture movement h fire safety i acoustic and sound insulation
    ‐ inefficiencies
    ‐ additional costs
    ‐ delays to programme
    ‐ abortive works
    ‐ duplication
    ‐ damage
    ‐ latent defects
    127. Recognise defects in installation
    • how to recognise defects in installation with specific reference to:
    ‐ gaps in installation
    ‐ missing and inappropriate fixings
    ‐ detailing at corners, edges, junctions and openings
    ‐ interaction with building services
    ‐ combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
    ‐ fire safety
    ‐ acoustic and sound insulation
    ‐ thermal bypass and thermal bridges
    ‐ loading
    • how and when to propose suitable corrective action for any defects in installation
    128. Check, record and report that ventilation is not compromised
    • why it is important to check, record and report that ventilation is not compromised and complies with all relevant standards, and how to do this, for the following:
    ‐ gas and other combustion appliances
    ‐ flues
    ‐ general ventilation
    129. Check and record installation of works
    • why it is required to carry out specified checks of the retrofit works during installation and record the works conform to:
    ‐ quality
    ‐ standards
    ‐ manufacturers’ instructions, technical information and product data sheets
    ‐ retrofit design
    • how to check and record installation of works for quality, standards and compliance with the retrofit design, and manufacturers’ instructions for the following:
    ‐ alterations to the structure
    ‐ loadings
    ‐ fixings
    ‐ corners, junctions and edges of building elements
    ‐ interfaces between the building fabric, services and the occupants
    ‐ windows and doors including reveals, sills and soffits
    ‐ thermal bypass
    ‐ thermal bridges
    ‐ air tightness
    ‐ vapour barriers
    ‐ moisture movement
    ‐ moisture ingress
    ‐ condensation and interstitial condensation risks
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP)
    ‐ fire safety
    ‐ acoustic and sound insulation
    • the potential risks and implications of non-compliance and poor quality installations over time for active and passive fire safety measures
    • the principles of a building as a system and its component parts and the importance of identifying standards and the consequences of failure to follow organisational requirements
    • the potential risks and implications of non-compliance and poor quality installations over time including but not limited to:
    ‐ occupant health and safety
    ‐ indoor air quality
    ‐ mould
    ‐ performance gaps
    ‐ rot
    ‐ building fabric decay
    ‐ overheating
    • the importance of maintaining ventilation
    • how to recognise ventilation and air movement pathways through buildings and ensure that these are maintained, whilst balancing the need for airtightness
    • how to recognise the different properties of insulation materials and how these relate to thermal, moisture, condensation, acoustic and sound and fire safety
    • the different types of air and vapour control layers and breather membranes, where and how they should be used, and why it is important to install them correctly
    • the importance of ensuring the integrity of air and vapour control layers and breather membranes following installation and the need to ensure continuity
    • how condensation forms in buildings, how this relates to moisture and moisture movement and what steps can be taken to mitigate potential risks
    • why a whole building approach is taken to retrofit works and how this relates to building performance and building use
    130. Recommend, record and implement corrective actions
    • how and when to recommend, record and implement corrective actions for the following:
    ‐ alterations to the structure
    ‐ loadings
    ‐ fixings
    ‐ corners, junctions and edges of building elements
    ‐ interfaces between the building fabric, services and the occupants
    ‐ windows and doors including reveals, sills and soffits
    ‐ thermal bypass
    ‐ thermal bridges
    ‐ air tightness
    ‐ vapour barriers
    ‐ moisture movement
    ‐ moisture ingress
    ‐ condensation and interstitial condensation risks
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP)
    ‐ combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
    ‐ fire safety
    ‐ acoustic and sound insulation
    131. Manage the scheduling and coordination of the inspection testing and commissioning
    • why managing the scheduling and coordination of the inspection testing and commissioning for retrofit works is required
    • how to manage the scheduling and coordination of the inspection testing and commissioning for retrofit works
    • why it is required and how to record outcomes for retrofit works, services and fabric
    • the range of non-destructive testing and investigation methods including but not limited to:
    ‐ thermal imaging
    ‐ moisture content of building fabric
    ‐ air tightness for building envelope and identifying air filtration and air leakage points
    ‐ energy use of buildings from meters and sub-meters for individual systems
    ‐ sound insulation testing
    ‐ borescope testing
    • the stages of commissioning including but not limited to:
    ‐ setting-to-work
    ‐ regulation
    ‐ performance optimisation
    ‐ recording
    ‐ post-commissioning checks
    ‐ fine tuning during occupancy
    • why the final commissioning of all building services is done together, rather than separately
    132. Recommend, record and implement corrective actions for retrofit works following commissioning
    • why recommending, recording and implementing corrective actions is required following commissioning
    • how to recommend, record and implement corrective actions following commissioning
    133. Manage, monitor and evaluate the project handover
    • why it is important to manage the project handover on completion of the installation, and how to do this
    • why monitoring and evaluation of the project handover is required
    • how to manage the project handover in accordance with the handover strategy and requirements of relevant certification schemes
    • how to gather, record, analyse and interpret information
    • how to convey the following information about the installed measures:
    ‐ physical inspection and explanation of function and operation
    ‐ demonstrate the safe operation of any components, devices and controls
    ‐ visual checks to ensure the recipient is able to operate the components, devices and controls
    ‐ care needed to avoid detrimental effects
    ‐ maintenance, including requirements to comply with guarantees and warranties
    ‐ efficient operation to facilitate the delivery of intended reduction in energy use
    ‐ importance of ventilation
    ‐ post completion services
    ‐ provision of documentation including end-user advice information
    • how to present information and recommendations for any remedial actions or changes to the retrofit process required, to relevant stakeholders including, but not limited to:
    ‐ clients
    ‐ designers and contract administrators
    ‐ installers and contractors
    ‐ end-users
    ‐ external enforcement and quality assurance bodies
    ‐ funding organisations
    ‐ guarantee or warranty providers
    • how to ensure operatives undertaking the handover are vocationally competent to do so and have access to adequate knowledge of the measures and the behaviours required for their safe, efficient and effective operation and maintenance
    • when to undertake the handover procedure, including a phased handover
    • when basic, intermediate and advanced levels of monitoring and evaluation are required and what information is required for each
    • timescales for completing and reporting different levels of monitoring and evaluation
    • who are the recipients of the handover process
    • which stakeholders require copies of the following documentation:
    ‐ test certificates and commissioning records
    ‐ operation and maintenance instructions and manuals
    ‐ warranty and guarantee certificates
    ‐ as constructed plans
    134. Handover programme
    • how to consult with stakeholders to confirm the following project requirements to develop a handover programme
    ‐ time
    ‐ quality
    ‐ cost
    ‐ health and safety
    ‐ sustainability
    ‐ defects rectification period
    ‐ warranties
    • why it is important a handover programme
    135. Project requirements and outstanding work
    • how to check that the following project requirements have been met
    ‐ time
    ‐ quality
    ‐ cost
    ‐ health and safety
    ‐ sustainability
    ‐ defects rectification period
    ‐ warranties
    • how to record outstanding work in order to agree and arrange a satisfactory completion
    • why it is important to check project requirements and outstanding work to agree a satisfactory completion
    136. Handover inspections and tests
    • how to carry out handover inspections
    • the range of tests required on handover
    • how to ensure relevant tests are witnessed by the following stakeholders
    ‐ client, customer or their representative
    ‐ users
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ regulatory authorities
    • how to ensure relevant certification is acquired
    • why it is important handover inspections and certificates
    137. Stakeholder concerns
    • how to record the following stakeholders’ concerns during inspections
    ‐ client, customer or their representative
    ‐ users
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ regulatory authorities
    • how to agree relevant actions during inspections with stakeholders
    • why stakeholders’ concerns need to be addressed
    138. Stakeholder responsibilities
    • how to ensure the following accept and adopt the following responsibilities on handover
    139. stakeholders
    • client, customer or their representative
    ‐ users
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ regulatory authorities
    140. responsibilities
    • insurance
    ‐ security
    ‐ operations
    ‐ health, safety and wellbeing
    ‐ utility supply
    ‐ environmental
    ‐ sustainability
    • why it is required for stakeholders to accept their responsibilities
    141. documentation
    • how to assemble the following relevant documentation in accordance with the project
    ‐ manuals and guidance materials
    ‐ plans
    ‐ operating equipment
    ‐ security information and equipment
    ‐ certificates
    ‐ services
    ‐ systems
    ‐ equipment
    ‐ materials
    ‐ maintenance records
    ‐ structural design
    • how to hand over relevant documentation in accordance with the project requirements
    • why it is required to assemble and hand over appropriate documentation for the project
    142. Interpretation of information
    • how to interpret the given design information relating to the work and resources to confirm its accuracy, completeness and relevance to the building type and construction and record and report issues in relation to the following:
    ‐ drawings
    ‐ design brief
    ‐ check certificates
    ‐ hold points
    ‐ permit to work
    ‐ risk classification
    ‐ implementation plan
    ‐ inspection and test plan
    ‐ specifications
    ‐ schedules
    ‐ method statements
    ‐ risk assessments
    ‐ manufacturers’ information
    • the characteristics, uses and limitations of temporary works including but not limited to:
    ‐ pedestrian and vehicular access
    ‐ earthworks: trenches, excavations, temporary slopes and stockpiles
    ‐ structures: formwork, falsework, propping, façade retention, needling, shoring, edge protection, scaffolding, temporary bridges, site hoarding and signage, site fencing and cofferdams
    ‐ equipment and plant foundations: tower crane bases, supports, anchors and ties for construction hoists and mast climbing work platforms, piling platforms and groundworks to provide suitable locations for plant and lifting equipment erection
    ‐ dewatering
    ‐ non-permanent vehicle restraint systems
    ‐ traffic management
    • how to identify the correct sequence of work for installation, maintenance and removal of temporary works
    • how to implement the organisational requirements, to report inappropriate; design briefs, design check certification, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, electronic data, written and verbal instructions, permits, manufacturers' information, official guidance associated with installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works
    • the organisational requirements to solve problems with the information
    • why it is important to follow the organisational requirements
    143. Observe legislation and guidelines
    • how to comply with relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied to install and maintain safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices including:
    ‐ communicate and coordinate with the responsible person
    ‐ methods of work
    ‐ safe use of health and safety control equipment
    ‐ safe use of access equipment
    ‐ safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    ‐ specific risks to health
    • why communication and coordination with the responsible person as denoted by industry standards is required
    • the organisational requirements for the security of temporary works
    • why it is important to follow the correct sequence of work when installing and removing temporary works installations
    144. Identify, assess, maintain and record the acquisition of resources
    • how to identify, assess and record the acquisition of the following resources:
    ‐ people
    ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
    ‐ materials and components
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ Information
    ‐ work and facilities
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ utilities (power, water, lighting)
    • how to assess the quality of the resources
    • how to maintain the resources for work activities
    • how any problems and defects associated with the resources are reported
    • hazards associated with the temporary works materials, supports, components, fittings and fixings, hand tools, portable power tools and equipment and methods of installation
    • project and organisational requirements to obtain a permit to load from the relevant responsible person as denoted by industry standards
    145. Confirm that all materials, equipment and tooling is correct
    • how to implement organisational procedures, to report inappropriate; materials, machinery and equipment associated with the installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works
    • why reporting inappropriate materials, machinery and equipment associated with installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works is required
    146. Maintain and monitor work progress reports
    • how to keep and maintain accurate records of work progress by managing checks of the temporary works
    • why accurate records, to maintain and monitor work progress are needed
    • how to communicate and suggest corrective actions and changes to the programme
    147. Installation of Temporary Works
    • how the installation of the works in accordance with the programme and schedule is to be carried out to meet the needs of the organisation and other stakeholders
    • the hazards associated with temporary works materials, supports, components, fittings, fixings and tooling in relation to the installation of temporary works
    • why deadlines should be kept in the installation and removal of temporary works structures
    148. Handover the works
    • why handover of temporary works to the responsible person, as denoted by organisational procedures, is required
    • how to identify and confirm the responsible person for temporary works
    • how to obtain certificates of sign-off works from the responsible person
    149. Removal of temporary works
    • how the removal of the works in accordance with the programme and schedule is to be carried out to meet the needs of the organisation and other stakeholders
    • the hazards associated with temporary works materials, supports, components, fittings, fixings and tooling in relation to the removal of temporary works
    • the project and organisational procedures to obtain permission from the responsible person to remove the temporary works
    • how to comply with organisational procedures to manage the removal of temporary works
    150. Aims and objectives
    • how to define your aims and objectives based on the following for undertaking development
    ‐ preparation for new assignment
    ‐ intellectual challenge
    ‐ continued professional development (CPD)
    ‐ professional competence
    ‐ compliance with employer
    ‐ professional body membership requirements
    ‐ promotion and role change
    ‐ awareness of personal strengths and areas of focus
    • why you need to define aims and objectives
    151. Support and guidance
    • how to access the following sources of support and guidance to identify recognised standards
    ‐ national organisations
    ‐ industry organisations and associations
    ‐ Professional Institutions
    ‐ further education organisations
    ‐ training providers
    ‐ in house resources
    ‐ line manager
    ‐ colleagues
    ‐ trade periodicals and journals
    ‐ social media
    ‐ online resources
    ‐ certification bodies
    • why you need to access the following recognised standards for you to undertake personal development
    ‐ job descriptions
    ‐ professional institution requirements
    ‐ national occupational standards
    ‐ industry recognised standards
    152. Analyse performance
    • how to analyse your current level of knowledge and performance against the following selected and recognised standards
    ‐ job descriptions
    ‐ professional institution requirements
    ‐ national occupational standards
    ‐ industry recognised standards
    • how to develop a profile of your personal development needs based on the following:
    ‐ maintenance of existing competence
    ‐ improvements to existing skills
    ‐ improvements to existing knowledge
    ‐ development of new skills and knowledge
    ‐ commitment to professional excellence
    • why you need to develop a profile of your personal development needs
    153. Profile of competence
    • how to develop a profile of your knowledge and competence against the following identified recognised standards
    ‐ job descriptions
    ‐ professional institution requirements
    ‐ national occupational standards
    ‐ industry recognised standards
    • how to measure achievement of the following identified personal development needs
    ‐ maintenance of existing competence
    ‐ improvements to existing skills
    ‐ improvements to existing knowledge
    ‐ improvements to existing competence
    ‐ development of new skills and knowledge
    ‐ commitment to professional excellence
    154. Development plan
    • how to prepare a personal development plan based on the following
    ‐ maintenance of existing competence
    ‐ improvements to existing skills
    ‐ improvements to existing knowledge
    ‐ development of new skills and knowledge
    ‐ commitment to professional excellence
    • why you need to prepare a personal development plan
    155. development activities
    • how to undertake development activities to achieve personal development needs
    • how to review and record progress and evaluate the effectiveness of the activities
    156. Obtain and accept feedback
    • how to obtain, accept and record feedback from people who can judge your performance and provide objective, valid feedback
    • why you need to obtain and accept feedback
    157. Review, revise and update
    • how to review the cycle of the following personal development aims and objectives
    158. Personal development
    • maintenance of existing competence
    ‐ improvements to existing skills
    ‐ improvements to existing knowledge
    ‐ development of new knowledge and skills
    ‐ commitment to professional excellence
    159. Aims and objectives
    • preparation for new assignment
    ‐ intellectual challenge
    ‐ continued professional development (CPD)
    ‐ professional competence
    ‐ compliance with employer
    ‐ professional body membership requirements
    ‐ promotion and role change
    ‐ awareness of personal strengths and weaknesses
    • how to revise and update aims and objectives to suit changing circumstances
    • why reviewing, revising and updating your personal development plan is required
    160. Notification
    • how to give adequate notice to all the stakeholders, including but not limited to the following, who will be affected, by when the work will start, how long will it take and when it will finish
    ‐ client
    ‐ customer or their representative
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ third parties
    ‐ public services
    ‐ emergency services
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ people working on site
    ‐ statutory authorities
    ‐ near neighbours
    ‐ residents
    • how to confirm all dates in writing
    • why it is important to confirm arrangements in writing
    161. Communicate and agree programme
    • how to agree the following programmes with stakeholders who will be doing the work
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ network analysis
    ‐ critical path
    ‐ action lists
    ‐ method statements
    • why it is important to agree programmes and methods with the people who will be doing the work
    • how to communicate programmes and methods to the people who will be doing the work
    162. Information
    • how to identify, record and obtain the following information requirements before work starts
    ‐ survey reports
    ‐ design
    ‐ contractual
    ‐ statutory consents
    ‐ contractor’s pre-planning information
    ‐ health safety and environmental plan
    ‐ method statements
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ checks carried out to verify the competence of the workforce including but not limited to industry certification schemes, cards, competence schemes, qualifications, certificates and training
    163. Organise attendance
    • how to organise the following attendance by contract or agreement for sub-contractors and attending workforce
    ‐ welfare facilities
    ‐ work specifications
    ‐ security and fencing
    ‐ utilities
    ‐ traffic management
    ‐ access and egress
    ‐ off-loading and loading
    ‐ dimensional control
    ‐ storage
    ‐ records of attendance
    • why it is important to organise and record attendance by contract or agreement for sub-contractors in accordance with project requirements and contractual agreements
    164. Meetings and communications
    • how to organise and keep records of meetings and communications with sub-contractors to discuss project or contract requirements and attendances to include but not limited to
    ‐ time
    ‐ quality
    ‐ cost
    ‐ statutory consents and notifications
    ‐ sustainability
    ‐ environment
    • why it is important to organise and keep records of meetings and communications with sub-contractors to discuss project or contract requirements and attendances
    165. Plan, schedule, obtain and maintain resources
    • how to identify and plan the use of the following resources
    ‐ people
    ‐ plant, equipment and machinery
    ‐ materials and components
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ Information
    • why it is important to plan and schedule the use of resources
    • how to ensure sufficient resources are obtained and maintained
    166. Organise and control the site
    • how to organise and control the site and resources so that the site is safe and tidy
    • how to produce records of site maintenance activities which include
    ‐ plan of the site showing storage and waste management areas
    ‐ hoardings and security arrangements
    ‐ signage
    ‐ access and egress
    ‐ safety and emergency response
    ‐ welfare facilities
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • why it is important to organise and control the site and resources and produce records of site maintenance activities
    167. Contingency plans
    • how to develop plans to meet the following special requirements and contingencies
    ‐ elimination of waste
    ‐ archaeological
    ‐ heritage issues
    ‐ occupiers
    ‐ environmental considerations
    ‐ vehicular access and egress
    ‐ Hazards
    ‐ trespass
    ‐ near neighbours
    ‐ public access
    ‐ site conditions
    • why it is important to develop plans to meet special requirements and contingencies
    168. Delegate responsibilities
    • when and why it is important to delegate responsibilities under contingency plans
    169. delivery schedule
    • how to analyse operational plans and quantities to assess what raw materials, manufactured materials, components and prefabricated systems will be required
    • how to calculate delivery and lead times for supplies of materials
    • why it is necessary to analyse organisational and project plans and quantities to assess what materials will be required
    • the factors involved in developing a delivery schedule
    170. Delivery and lead times
    • how to analyse calculations for delivery and lead times and ensure records of delivery schedule and traffic management are maintained
    • why delivery schedules and construction logistics plans are required
    171. Supply improvements
    • how to identify and record alternative materials in relation to
    ‐ economy of usage
    ‐ cost
    ‐ environmental impact
    ‐ sustainability
    • how standardisation and alternative materials can assist a project
    • why opportunities for standardisation and alternative materials should be considered
    172. Prepare orders
    • how to check what materials are needed to maintain programme and project requirements
    • how to ensure appropriate orders are prepared
    • why it is important to make checks and ensure appropriate orders are prepared
    173. Conduct negotiations and meetings
    • how to promote goodwill and trust with suppliers and users to ensure the delivery schedule is maintained through positive negotiation in relation to
    ‐ elimination or reduction of waste
    ‐ recycling and re-use
    ‐ quantity
    ‐ quality considerations
    ‐ availability
    ‐ lead time
    ‐ life expectancy or deterioration
    ‐ Maintenance
    ‐ storage and handling facilities
    ‐ environmental considerations
    ‐ ethical and sustainability considerations
    ‐ health and safety considerations
    ‐ logistics
    ‐ damage
    ‐ loss or theft
    ‐ supplier service
    ‐ archaeology
    ‐ heritage issues
    • how to maintain goodwill and trust
    • why goodwill and trust should be maintained
    • why it is important to conduct formal and informal meetings with suppliers and users
    174. Implement systems
    • how to implement an organisational or project system, that analyses the following factors which will inform the delivery schedule
    ‐ quality
    ‐ quantity
    ‐ payment to suppliers
    ‐ approval by client, customer or their representative
    ‐ programming
    ‐ cost
    • how to implement an organisational or project system to monitor materials and the performance of suppliers against the agreed supply requirements
    • how to identify and record any improvements
    • why it is important to analyse performance of suppliers against the delivery schedule
    175. Materials control
    • how to analyse records of the following identified factors used in materials control
    ‐ quality
    ‐ quantity
    ‐ payment to suppliers
    ‐ approval by client, customer or their representative
    ‐ programming
    • why it is important to analyse factors in materials control
    176. Identify problems
    • how to identify and record problems with supply and the action taken to resolve them
    • why it is important to identify and record problems with supply and the action taken to resolve them
    177. Identify changes
    • how to identify changes likely to result in over or under supply
    • how to modify the delivery schedule to minimise disruption to the programme by ensuring supplies of raw materials, manufactured materials, components and prefabricated systems are available
    178. project requirements
    • how to confirm project requirements for the following maintenance activities of the following property, systems or services
    179. Maintenance activities
    • remedial
    ‐ scheduled
    ‐ unscheduled
    ‐ preventative
    ‐ corrective
    ‐ emergency
    180. Property, services or systems
    • highways
    ‐ traffic controls
    ‐ structures
    ‐ external structure
    ‐ internal structure
    ‐ historical or conservation interests
    ‐ internal fabric
    ‐ external fabric
    ‐ utilities and services
    ‐ landscaping
    • who to consult with to confirm project requirements
    181. Identify and review
    • how to identify and review the following influencing factors
    ‐ organisational requirements
    ‐ project requirements
    ‐ current legislation
    ‐ resource allocation
    ‐ working requirements
    ‐ environmental considerations
    ‐ near neighbours
    ‐ weather conditions
    ‐ ground or site conditions
    ‐ sustainability
    ‐ client, customer or their representative
    ‐ reports and surveys
    ‐ archaeology
    ‐ heritage issues
    ‐ planning and statutory consents
    • how to identify and review the following guidance materials
    ‐ plans, drawings or diagrams
    ‐ owner’s manuals
    ‐ log books
    ‐ maintenance schedules and manuals
    ‐ practice guides and specifications
    ‐ current legislation and official guidance
    ‐ historical data
    ‐ existing records
    ‐ surveys
    • why it is important to identify and review influencing factors against guidance materials
    182. Prioritise maintenance activities
    • how to prioritise and record the maintenance activities to take account of identified influencing factors whilst maintaining consistency
    • why it is important to prioritise and record the maintenance activities to take account of identified influencing factors whilst maintaining consistency
    • how to assess the following influencing factors
    ‐ organisational requirements
    ‐ project requirements
    ‐ current legislation
    ‐ resource allocation
    ‐ working requirements
    ‐ environmental considerations
    ‐ near neighbours
    ‐ weather conditions
    ‐ ground or site conditions
    ‐ sustainability
    ‐ client, customer or their representative
    ‐ reports and surveys
    ‐ archaeology
    ‐ heritage issues
    ‐ planning and statutory consents
    • how to prioritise the following maintenance activities
    ‐ planned maintenance
    ‐ tendered works
    ‐ responsive works
    ‐ preventative maintenance work
    ‐ cost estimated work
    ‐ seasonal maintenance
    ‐ traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
    ‐ emergency works
    ‐ Contingency plans
    • why it is important to assess influencing factors and prioritise maintenance activities
    183. changing circumstances
    • how to account for the following changing circumstances
    ‐ susceptibility to damage
    ‐ safety requirements
    ‐ need to inhibit, and respond to deterioration
    ‐ weather conditions
    ‐ ground or site conditions
    ‐ environmental conditions
    ‐ use or change of use
    ‐ current legislation
    ‐ Resources
    ‐ security threats
    ‐ client, customer or their representative
    ‐ reports and surveys
    ‐ historical data
    ‐ planning and statutory consents
    • how to amend priorities when reviewing the following influencing factors:
    ‐ organisational requirements
    ‐ project requirements
    ‐ current legislation
    ‐ resource allocation
    ‐ working requirements
    ‐ environmental considerations
    ‐ near neighbours
    ‐ weather conditions
    ‐ ground or site conditions
    ‐ sustainability
    ‐ client, customer or their representative
    ‐ reports and surveys
    ‐ archaeology
    ‐ heritage issues
    ‐ planning and statutory consents
    184. recording systems
    • why activity records and data collected for the following work and maintenance activities needs to be current
    185. Activity records and data collected
    • inspections
    ‐ faults or problems
    ‐ corrective actions
    ‐ costs
    ‐ Resources
    ‐ complaints
    ‐ delays
    186. maintenance work
    • remedial
    ‐ scheduled
    ‐ unscheduled
    ‐ preventative
    ‐ corrective
    ‐ emergency
    187. Maintenance activities
    • planned maintenance work
    ‐ tendered works
    ‐ responsive works
    ‐ preventative maintenance work
    ‐ cost estimated work
    ‐ seasonal maintenance
    ‐ traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
    ‐ emergency works
    ‐ Contingency plans
    • how to ensure that records of the following activities and data are current
    ‐ inspections
    ‐ faults or problems
    ‐ corrective actions
    ‐ costs
    ‐ Resources
    ‐ complaints
    ‐ delays
    188. Resources
    • how to identify the following necessary resources for maintenance activities
    189. Resources
    • people
    ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
    ‐ materials and components
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ Information
    ‐ work area and facilities
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ utility providers
    190. Maintenance activities
    • planned maintenance work
    ‐ tendered works
    ‐ responsive works
    ‐ preventative maintenance work
    ‐ cost estimated work
    ‐ seasonal maintenance
    ‐ traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
    ‐ emergency works
    ‐ Contingency plans
    • how to assess the quantity and quality of resources for maintenance activities
    • how to maintain the necessary resources for the maintenance work of the following property, systems or services
    ‐ highways
    ‐ traffic controls
    ‐ structures
    ‐ external structure
    ‐ internal structure
    ‐ historical or preservation interests
    ‐ internal fabric
    ‐ external fabric
    ‐ utilities and services
    ‐ landscaping
    191. Plans and schedules
    • how to prepare plans and schedules for the following maintenance activities
    ‐ planned maintenance work
    ‐ tendered works
    ‐ responsive works
    ‐ preventative maintenance work
    ‐ cost estimated work
    ‐ seasonal maintenance
    ‐ traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
    ‐ emergency works
    ‐ Contingency plans
    • how to negotiate and agree plans and schedules with decision-makers
    • why it is important plans and schedules for the following maintenance activities
    ‐ planned maintenance work
    ‐ tendered works
    ‐ responsive works
    ‐ preventative maintenance work
    ‐ cost estimated work
    ‐ seasonal maintenance
    ‐ traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
    ‐ emergency works
    ‐ Contingency plans
    192. Evaluate and implement pre-installation checks to identify technical and procedural risks
    • why it is important to evaluate and implement pre-installation checks to identify technical and procedural risks and how to do this
    • why it is important to determine accuracy and completeness of project information and how to do this
    • the implications of building conditions and common building defects for retrofit works including but not limited to:
    ‐ moisture ingress including, but not limited to, damp, salts and causes of dampness, rain penetration, rising damp
    ‐ internal moisture vapour
    ‐ poor indoor air quality
    ‐ inadequate ventilation
    ‐ existing and damaged services
    ‐ structural defects
    • the importance of building condition and repair and maintenance as the first stage in energy efficiency improvements
    • specific health and safety hazards including but not limited to poor ventilation (roof space, inside the property and under floor) and services
    • the principles of building design for fire safety and the key components of the building and their implications for retrofit works
    • the primary causes of failure to fire safety systems and their potential impact on users and occupants, building safety and each other, including compartmentation
    • how to implement temporary works as required during retrofit works
    • why it is important to explain the Whole Building approach to energy efficiency retrofit comprising building fabric, services, any low zero carbon technologies, renewable technologies and occupant behaviour, and how to do this
    • how to identify traditional and protected buildings including the difference in performance characteristics between traditional and modern materials and construction methods with particular reference to the breathability and permeability characteristics of traditional building fabric
    • how to identify building fabric, building structure, materials and construction methods for buildings of different ages including alterations and additions
    • the materials proposed are suitable and in sufficient quantity to achieve the design outcomes
    • how to work in and around buildings and their occupants including neighbouring properties and site constraints
    • the potential environmental and ecological impacts of retrofit works and how to respond including but not limited to safeguarding protected species
    • how to explain key terms and concepts including but not limited to:
    ‐ heritage values
    ‐ heritage significance
    ‐ heritage impact assessment
    ‐ conservation principles
    ‐ sustainable development
    ‐ management of traditional and historic buildings and structures
    • legislation and official guidance including but not limited to heritage, traditional and protected buildings
    • why it is important to report the discovery of architectural or archaeological features to relevant stakeholders, and how to do this
    193. Implement pre-installation building inspections
    • why implementation of external and internal pre-installation building inspections, and recording and reporting findings to relevant stakeholders is required
    • how to implement external and internal pre-installation building inspections and record and report to stakeholders for the following:
    ‐ suitable access
    ‐ property suitability
    ‐ adjoining structures
    ‐ structural integrity
    ‐ hazardous materials
    ‐ dampness,
    ‐ decay
    ‐ exposure ratings
    ‐ combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
    ‐ services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
    ‐ invasive species
    • how to identify, assess and respond to hazards including hazardous materials, fire safety and flues and ventilation (incorrectly installed, blocked, damaged and insufficient)
    194. Implement and record control measures to mitigate risks from pre-installation building inspections
    • why implementation and recording of suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate risks arising from external and internal pre-installation building inspections is required
    • how to implement and record suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate risks arising from external and internal pre-installation building inspections for the following:
    ‐ suitable access
    ‐ property suitability
    ‐ adjoining structures
    ‐ structural integrity
    ‐ hazardous materials
    ‐ dampness,
    ‐ decay
    ‐ exposure ratings
    ‐ combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
    ‐ services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
    ‐ invasive species
    • how to record and report the key issues from external and internal pre-installation building inspections that may affect the commencement of the work whilst working within your authority to rectify or suspend works
    195. Implement and record controls to mitigate risks
    • why suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate the technical and procedural risks need to be implemented and recorded
    • how to determine, implement and record suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate the technical and procedural risks for the following:
    ‐ accuracy and completeness of project information
    ‐ building condition
    ‐ health and safety hazards
    ‐ fire safety
    ‐ temporary works
    ‐ protection of existing fabric and services
    ‐ suitability of materials
    ‐ working in and around buildings and their occupants and neighbouring properties
    ‐ environment and ecology including but not limited to safeguarding protected species
    ‐ heritage significance
    ‐ discovery of architectural and archaeological features
    • how to use due diligence to apply the principles and intent of fire safety legislation and guidance relating to the retrofit design, construction, management and use of the building
    • the issues relating to the control of work onsite interpreting any statutory or manufacturers requirements for testing and maintaining fire prevention and protection systems and records
    • the principles and benefits of effective fire risk management and the required mitigation measures to deliver safe buildings
    • how to recognise, record and report the key issues from technical and procedural risks that may affect the commencement of the work whilst working within your authority to rectify or suspend works
    196. Identify and review information sources
    • why identification and review of information sources against on-site conditions to contribute to the retrofit works plan, risk assessments and method statements are required for the following:
    ‐ drawings, design and specification information
    ‐ building Pto industry standards
    ‐ manufacturers’ technical information and product data sheets
    ‐ sub-contractor methods and scope of works
    ‐ surveys
    ‐ tests
    ‐ examinations
    ‐ specialist reports
    ‐ statutory consents
    ‐ current legislation, official and technical guidance
    ‐ written scheme of investigation (WSI) for archaeology
    • how to identify and review information sources against on site conditions to contribute to the retrofit works plan, risk assessments and method statements for the following:
    ‐ drawings, design and specification information
    ‐ building Pto industry standards
    ‐ manufacturers’ technical information and product data sheets
    ‐ sub-contractor methods and scope of works
    ‐ surveys
    ‐ tests
    ‐ examinations
    ‐ specialist reports
    ‐ statutory consents
    ‐ current legislation, official and technical guidance
    ‐ written scheme of investigation (WSI) for archaeology
    • why it is important to comply with relevant legal duties and fire safety standards during the construction phase of retrofit works, and how to do this
    • why documented information for fire safety including advising and sharing information with end-users and relevant stakeholders is required
    • the range of energy assessment tools used for both domestic and non-domestic buildings
    • the range of hygrothermal assessment tools for both domestic and non-domestic buildings
    • sources of heat loss and heat gains
    • explain heat loss through fabric, U values and calculations and thermal bridging
    • the difference between one off, incremental and whole building retrofit plans
    • how to review low carbon improvement plans
    197. Report issues and recommend corrective actions
    • why it is important and how to report issues with planned retrofit works and suggest corrective actions for the following:
    ‐ risk assessments
    ‐ method statements
    ‐ drawings, design and specification information
    ‐ building Pto industry standards
    ‐ manufacturers’ technical information and product data sheets
    ‐ sub-contractor methods and scope of works
    ‐ surveys
    ‐ tests
    ‐ examinations
    ‐ specialist reports
    ‐ statutory consents
    ‐ current legislation, official and technical guidance
    ‐ the limitations, defects of the materials and their characteristics
    ‐ written scheme of investigation (WSI) for archaeology
    • the principles and factors affecting the fire safety of users and explain the impact on the building and performance in relation to retrofit works
    198. Contribute to the project programme, planning and sequencing of works
    • why contributing to the project programmes and method statements for working on and around existing buildings and structures are required
    • how to contribute to a project programme for working on and around existing buildings and structures
    • how to produce method statements for working on and around existing buildings and structures
    • why planning the sequence of works for the installation of retrofit works is required
    • how to plan the sequence of works for the installation of retrofit works:
    ‐ repair
    ‐ stabilisation
    ‐ temporary works
    ‐ opening-up and investigations
    ‐ removal of fabric, structure or services, and making good
    ‐ preparing the building for installation of fabric measures
    ‐ installation of fabric, structure or services
    ‐ testing
    ‐ commissioning
    ‐ handover
    • why it is required and how to identify and plan to avoid potential thermal and hygrothermal technical and performance risks of failure through planning and sequencing of works including but not limited to:
    ‐ thermal bridges
    ‐ ventilation
    ‐ thermal bypass
    ‐ condensation and interstitial condensation
    ‐ alterations in structure including materials, components and the building
    ‐ moisture movement
    ‐ optimisation of heating systems
    • the implications to planning and sequencing of offsite construction methods and onsite assembly
    199. Plan the resources required
    • why it is important to plan the efficient use of resources required for retrofit works and how to do this for the following:
    ‐ materials and components
    ‐ services
    ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
    ‐ workforce
    ‐ Information
    ‐ site facilities
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ structures
    ‐ storage of materials within specified parameters
    • how to recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and how to resource accordingly including but not limited to:
    ‐ electrical
    ‐ asbestos
    ‐ radon
    ‐ heritage
    ‐ ecology
    ‐ ventilation
    ‐ fire safety
    • the principles of due diligence to deliver specialist skills as they apply to obtaining, electing and appointing contractors, selecting suppliers, executing work and record keeping
    200. Assemble and review information
    • how to assemble the following information used in the preparation of the project plan
    ‐ survey reports
    ‐ design information
    ‐ contractual information
    ‐ statutory consents
    ‐ contracts pre-planning information
    ‐ health, safety and environmental plans
    ‐ risk assessments and method statements
    ‐ programmes and schedules
    ‐ team competency
    ‐ sub-contractor arrangements and attendance
    • how to clarify information that is not clear and keep it up to date
    • why it is important to assemble and clarify information and keep it up to date
    201. Identify factors
    • how to identify and record the following relevant factors for consideration when planning
    ‐ occupiers
    ‐ near neighbours
    ‐ public access
    ‐ site conditions
    ‐ environment considerations
    ‐ vehicular access and egress
    ‐ security and trespass
    ‐ public utilities
    ‐ the potential risks of works impacting in the cultural significance of the historic environment
    ‐ the specific requirements for buildings and structures of traditional (pre 1919) construction or of architectural, historical or archaeological significance
    ‐ sustainability
    ‐ temporary works
    • how to pass on records of factors considered to people who will be affected
    • why it is important to pass considered and recorded factors to people who will be affected
    202. Identify access and egress points
    • how to identify access and egress points for the site and works which are the most convenient for works traffic and which minimise disruption in relation to:
    ‐ current organisational requirements
    ‐ local traffic
    ‐ access and egress control
    ‐ security
    ‐ parking
    ‐ visitors
    ‐ site induction
    ‐ occupiers
    ‐ near neighbours
    ‐ traffic management
    • how to prepare a traffic management plan
    203. Organise resources
    • how to organise and assign the following resources for site preparation
    ‐ people
    ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
    ‐ materials and components
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ Information
    ‐ work area and facilities
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ utility providers
    • how to utilise the resources used in site preparation for project work or tasks
    204. Passing information
    • how to give details about the following proposed work to utility and emergency services
    ‐ new build
    ‐ infrastructure
    ‐ demolition
    ‐ extension
    ‐ alteration
    ‐ refurbishment
    ‐ temporary works
    ‐ installation
    ‐ conservation
    • how to record and provide details on site access and egress, layout, evacuation and hazards to utility and emergency services
    • why it is important to provide details on site access and egress, layout, evacuation and hazards to utility and emergency services
    205. Site safety, welfare and security
    • how to ensure adequate site safety and welfare for the following proposed work is implemented and recorded:
    ‐ new build
    ‐ infrastructure
    ‐ demolition
    ‐ extension
    ‐ alteration
    ‐ refurbishment
    ‐ temporary works
    ‐ installation
    ‐ conservation
    ‐ retrofit works
    • how to ensure adequate site security
    • how to ensure arrangements for health, safety, welfare and security are reviewed as work progresses
    206. environmental protection
    • how to make consideration of relevant factors when arranging site environmental protection
    ‐ occupiers
    ‐ near neighbours
    ‐ public access
    ‐ site conditions
    ‐ environment considerations
    ‐ vehicular access and egress
    ‐ security and trespass
    ‐ public utilities
    ‐ the potential risks of works impacting on the cultural significance of the historic environment
    ‐ the specific requirements for buildings and structures of traditional (pre 1919) construction or of architectural, historical or archaeological significance, heritage issues
    ‐ sustainability
    207. temporary works
    • how to implement and record the procedures and arrangements for temporary works
    • why it is important to implement procedures and arrangements for temporary works
    208. Plan site layout
    • how to plan the site layout to include the following
    ‐ storage
    ‐ temporary accommodation
    ‐ work areas
    ‐ plant
    ‐ temporary services
    ‐ access and egress
    ‐ security
    ‐ continuing use by occupiers
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ pollution control
    ‐ provision for prefabricated components and systems
    ‐ existing fabric
    • how to record the site layout for operational purposes including plans showing resources and materials delivery, storage and waste collection locations and arrangements for recycling and pass information about the plans to the people on the site
    209. Types and location of notices
    • how to record the types and locations of site notices
    • how to ensure the signs comply with current organisational requirements
    210. Position and maintenance of notices
    • how to ensure the notices are positioned correctly
    • how to implement a maintenance schedule
    211. Determine work requirements
    • how to determine work requirements for the following tunnelling activities against the following information sources:
    212. Tunnelling activities
    • mobile plant and machinery operations
    ‐ back up services installation, maintenance or removal
    ‐ spoil removal
    ‐ access equipment erection, maintenance or removal
    ‐ pipejacking operations
    ‐ micro tunnelling operations
    ‐ excavation and installation of supports
    ‐ shaft and tunnel construction
    ‐ tunnel transport
    ‐ spraying concrete lining
    ‐ operating separation plant
    ‐ temporary works
    ‐ lifting loads
    213. Information sources
    • survey reports
    ‐ site investigations
    ‐ drawings
    ‐ schedules and specifications
    ‐ contractual
    ‐ statutory consents
    ‐ risk assessments and method statements
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ records about the competence of people
    ‐ sub-contractor arrangements
    ‐ health, safety and environmental plan
    ‐ material suppliers
    ‐ tunnelling plans
    • who to consult to confirm work requirements
    214. Identify and review influencing factors
    • how to identify and review the following influencing factors:
    ‐ organisational requirements
    ‐ contractual requirements
    ‐ statutory requirements
    ‐ resource allocation
    ‐ working requirements
    ‐ environmental considerations
    ‐ weather conditions
    ‐ ground conditions
    215. prioritise activities
    • how to assess and account for the following influencing factors:
    ‐ organisational requirements
    ‐ contractual requirements
    ‐ statutory requirements
    ‐ resource allocation
    ‐ working requirements
    ‐ environmental considerations
    ‐ weather conditions
    ‐ ground conditions
    • how to prioritise the following tunnelling activities:
    ‐ mobile plant and machinery operations
    ‐ back up services installation, maintenance or removal
    ‐ spoil removal
    ‐ access equipment erection, maintenance or removal
    ‐ pipejacking operations
    ‐ micro tunnelling operations
    ‐ excavation and installation of supports
    ‐ shaft and tunnel construction
    ‐ tunnel transport
    ‐ spraying concrete lining
    ‐ operating separation plant
    ‐ temporary works
    ‐ lifting loads
    • why it is important to prioritise tunnelling activities
    216. Guidance materials
    • how to identify and review the following guidance materials:
    ‐ owner’s manuals
    ‐ log books
    ‐ maintenance schedules and manuals
    ‐ practice guides and specifications
    ‐ current legislation and official guidance
    ‐ organisational procedures
    ‐ historical data
    • why it is important to review influencing factors against guidance materials
    217. Amend priorities
    • how to take account of the following changing circumstances
    ‐ susceptibility to damage
    ‐ safety requirements
    ‐ need to inhibit and respond to deterioration
    ‐ compromised operational effectiveness
    ‐ weather conditions
    ‐ unidentified obstructions
    ‐ meeting current legislation
    ‐ Resources
    ‐ security threats
    ‐ ground conditions
    ‐ face instability
    • how to amend priorities when reviewing the following influencing factors
    ‐ organisational requirements
    ‐ contractual requirements
    ‐ statutory requirements
    ‐ resource allocation
    ‐ working requirements
    ‐ environmental considerations
    ‐ weather conditions
    ‐ ground conditions
    218. Prepare plans and programmes
    • how to prepare plans and programmes for the following tunnelling activities
    ‐ mobile plant and machinery operations
    ‐ back up services installation, maintenance or removal
    ‐ spoil removal
    ‐ access equipment erection, maintenance or removal
    ‐ pipejacking operations
    ‐ micro tunnelling operations
    ‐ excavation and installation of supports
    ‐ shaft and tunnel construction
    ‐ tunnel transport
    ‐ spraying concrete lining
    ‐ operating separation plant
    ‐ temporary works
    ‐ lifting loads
    • how to negotiate and agree plans and programmes with stakeholders
    context
    1. Assess the environmental impact of development proposals
    • Requirements:
    ‐ social and community obligations
    ‐ legal obligations
    ‐ current codes of practice
    ‐ feasibility
    ‐ conditions to be applied to the proposal
    ‐ significant environmental issues and effects
    ‐ examining alternatives
    ‐ proposing appropriate mitigation measures
    • Proposals:
    ‐ individual projects
    ‐ strategic policies, plans and proposals
    • Factors:
    ‐ environmental impact and sustainability
    ‐ quantity
    ‐ quality (including design)
    ‐ cost (including whole life costs/return on investment)
    ‐ time
    ‐ social (community use and adaptability)
    ‐ Programme
    ‐ transport impact minimisation
    • Criteria:
    ‐ primary and secondary effects
    ‐ positive and negative
    ‐ risk and opportunity
    ‐ construction, operation and decommissioning stages
    ‐ temporary, cumulative and permanent
    ‐ short and long term
    • Relevant data:
    ‐ project baseline information
    ‐ survey information
    ‐ relevant standards
    ‐ relevant legal, regulatory and policy requirements
    ‐ historical
    ‐ project
    • Alternative solutions:
    ‐ different locations
    ‐ different sites
    ‐ brownfield development
    ‐ different layouts
    ‐ extending the use of existing resources
    ‐ renewable energy technology
    ‐ use of alternative resources
    ‐ changes to implementation and phasing
    ‐ not carrying out the proposal
    2. Evaluate and present sustainable requirement
    • Goals and priorities:
    ‐ quantity
    ‐ cost (including whole life costs)
    ‐ time
    ‐ development
    ‐ improvement
    ‐ use
    ‐ Maintenance
    ‐ low carbon design
    ‐ environmental impact and sustainability
    ‐ security
    ‐ health and safety
    ‐ logistics
    • Investigate:
    ‐ use of benchmarking tools
    ‐ insurance risk
    ‐ research
    ‐ consultancy advice
    ‐ regulatory advice
    • Economic factors and resources:
    ‐ finance
    ‐ fiscal policy (including carbon tax/incentives)
    ‐ water demand/supply/use minimisation
    ‐ payback/return on investment
    ‐ carbon trading schemes/carbon reduction credits
    ‐ climate change levy agreements
    ‐ workforce (skills)
    ‐ raw materials
    ‐ manufactured systems and component/modular systems
    ‐ energy use/demand minimisation
    ‐ water demand/supply/use minimisation
    ‐ brownfield development
    ‐ land use
    ‐ resource efficient low carbon urban design
    ‐ market demands and social factors
    • Environmental and ecological factors:
    ‐ natural resources
    ‐ emissions (air, land, water)
    ‐ waste and recycling
    ‐ effluent
    ‐ access to environmentally sensitive areas
    ‐ effects of climate change
    ‐ land use contamination
    ‐ carbon use minimisation
    ‐ water use
    ‐ biodiversity
    ‐ renewable energy technology
    ‐ protect archaeological and historically valuable resources
    ‐ transport impact minimisation
    • Social views:
    ‐ client
    ‐ funders/investors
    ‐ workforce
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ users
    ‐ community (including public and private space)
    • Asset value and sustainability:
    ‐ provide capital growth
    ‐ location in relation to a stable economy and community
    ‐ saleable revenue
    ‐ minimising running costs (environmental and economic)
    ‐ minimising maintenance
    ‐ location in relation to flooding/ground conditions
    ‐ energy use/demand minimisation
    ‐ district heating
    3. Identify and evaluate sustainable resources
    • Information sources:
    ‐ desk research of published literature
    ‐ commissioned research
    ‐ consultation with appropriate authorities
    ‐ consultation with colleagues
    • Factors:
    ‐ Nature
    ‐ location
    ‐ continued availability
    ‐ energy use/demand/storage capacity
    ‐ climate change impact
    ‐ carbon use
    ‐ waste
    ‐ water use
    ‐ biodiversity
    • Utilisation:
    ‐ historic use
    ‐ current use
    ‐ anticipated future use
    • Resources:
    ‐ alternative power generation schemes and implications on design and master planning
    ‐ solar, wind, biomass, CHP, photovoltaic, ground source heat pump, air source heat pump, hydrogen; fuel cell)
    ‐ hydro, wave and tidal power
    • Environmental implications:
    ‐ social
    ‐ cultural
    ‐ technical
    ‐ economic (including funding/tax incentives)
    ‐ visual
    ‐ political
    ‐ legal
    • Present:
    ‐ oral
    ‐ written
    ‐ graphically
    ‐ electronically
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ immediate superiors and managers
    ‐ elected representatives
    ‐ public servants
    ‐ shareholders
    4. Allocate budgets
    • Budget headings:
    ‐ income
    ‐ employment costs
    ‐ capital plant and equipment
    ‐ materials
    ‐ liabilities
    ‐ subcontract costs
    ‐ consumables
    • Financial plans:
    ‐ forecasts
    ‐ budgets
    ‐ cash flow
    • Cash flow calculations:
    ‐ income receivable
    ‐ expenditure
    • Contingencies:
    ‐ delays in receivables
    ‐ project and contract delays
    ‐ interruptions
    ‐ risk
    • Variances:
    ‐ overspend
    ‐ underspend
    5. Prepare and agree entitlement for reimbursement for loss and expense
    • Entitlement - resulting from:
    ‐ measurement
    ‐ valuation of variations
    ‐ liability for costs
    ‐ loss and expense arising from breaches of contract
    ‐ extensions of time
    ‐ damages arising from extra-contractual consideration
    • Expert opinion:
    ‐ legal
    ‐ technical
    ‐ financial
    • Information sources:
    ‐ contract provisions
    ‐ contract claims for payment
    ‐ dimensions and approximations from latest revisions of contract drawings
    ‐ records of executed work
    ‐ inspections of work in progress
    ‐ contract documents
    ‐ day work
    ‐ agreed contract quantities
    ‐ agreed contract rates of payment
    ‐ agreed methods of calculation
    ‐ variations issued
    ‐ contract records
    ‐ site records including photographs
    ‐ company accounts
    • Costs:
    ‐ re-work
    ‐ additional work
    ‐ programme implications
    ‐ increased complexity
    ‐ logistical implications
    • Analyse:
    ‐ claimant's analysis
    ‐ respondent's analysis
    6. Control projects against quality standards
    • Quality standards:
    ‐ statutory requirements
    ‐ project specifications
    ‐ British Standards
    ‐ International Standards
    ‐ codes of practice
    ‐ organisation standards
    ‐ trade advisory guidance and best practice
    ‐ setting out information
    ‐ benchmarks
    ‐ dimensional control checks
    ‐ certification and accreditation of products, systems and personnel
    • Project team:
    ‐ client
    ‐ workforce
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ partners in the programme
    • Systems:
    ‐ inspection and test plans
    ‐ implementing corrective action
    ‐ records
    ‐ comparison with standard documentation
    ‐ comparison with manufacturer's documentation
    ‐ meetings
    ‐ contractors' reports
    ‐ site inspection reports
    ‐ dimension checks
    ‐ supply chain management
    ‐ audits
    7. Ensure project compliance with legal and contractual requirements
    • Legal, contractual and industry standards requirements and responsibilities for:
    ‐ planning approvals and conditions
    ‐ building regulations
    ‐ environmental health
    ‐ health, safety and welfare
    ‐ environment (e.g. noise, dust, transport, emissions, waste management)
    ‐ compliance for new products & technologies
    ‐ certificates & accreditation on products, systems and personnel
    ‐ fire
    ‐ utilities
    ‐ highways
    ‐ heritage and conservation
    ‐ ecology
    ‐ development licenses and building permits
    ‐ employment practice
    ‐ community benefits
    ‐ bylaws
    ‐ non-statutory guidelines
    ‐ energy
    ‐ insurance
    ‐ warranties
    ‐ project activities
    ‐ security
    • Project team:
    ‐ client
    ‐ workforce
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ partners in the programme
    • Monitoring systems:
    ‐ inspection and test plans
    ‐ implementing corrective action
    ‐ records
    ‐ audits
    ‐ comparison with design requirements
    ‐ comparison with standard documentation
    ‐ checking manufacturers' documentation
    ‐ checking delivery notes
    ‐ sampling
    ‐ testing
    ‐ site inspection reports
    ‐ contractors' reports
    ‐ meetings
    ‐ dimension checks
    ‐ supply chain management
    • Corrective action:
    ‐ instigate contingency action
    ‐ restore compliance
    ‐ agree waiver
    8. Control project progress against agreed programme
    • Information:
    ‐ inspection and testing
    ‐ resource records
    ‐ site inspection reports
    ‐ contractors' reports
    ‐ certified payments
    ‐ written, graphical and electronic records of actual work against programmed work
    ‐ photographs
    ‐ meetings
    ‐ organisational procedures
    ‐ management reports
    ‐ benchmarks
    ‐ comparison with project requirements
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ schedule of deliverables
    ‐ supply chain management
    • Programmes:
    ‐ digital timeline model
    ‐ bar charts
    ‐ flow charts
    ‐ network analysis
    ‐ critical path
    ‐ line of balance
    ‐ time chainage
    ‐ action lists
    ‐ method statements
    ‐ check costs
    ‐ control systems
    ‐ as built programme
    ‐ project expenditure forecasts
    • Resources:
    ‐ people
    ‐ plant and equipment
    ‐ materials and components
    ‐ finance
    ‐ time
    ‐ specialist services
    ‐ public utility services
    ‐ Information
    • Project team:
    ‐ client
    ‐ workforce
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ partners in the programme
    ‐ facilities/asset manager
    • Deviations:
    ‐ resource shortages
    ‐ design problems and constraints
    ‐ industrial disputes
    ‐ lack of essential construction information
    ‐ construction errors and rework
    ‐ weather conditions
    ‐ physical constraints
    ‐ legal
    ‐ environmental
    ‐ poor scope definition
    ‐ contract variation
    ‐ force majeure
    • Quantify:
    ‐ method study
    ‐ work study
    ‐ production analysis
    ‐ cost implication
    • Corrective action:
    ‐ restore progress in accordance with agreed programme
    ‐ agree new completion dates
    ‐ secure additional resources
    ‐ alter planned work
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ the client
    ‐ prospective occupiers/owners
    ‐ prospective users
    ‐ regulatory authorities
    ‐ government agencies
    ‐ public interest organisations
    ‐ public utilities
    9. Control project value and costs
    • Project cost control systems:
    ‐ contractual procedures and meetings
    ‐ operational procedures and meetings
    ‐ open book accounting
    ‐ electronic recording
    • Value and cost data:
    ‐ materials and quantities
    ‐ plant and equipment
    ‐ people
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ dayworks
    ‐ periodic valuations
    ‐ final accounts
    ‐ retention sums
    ‐ forecasts of expenditure
    ‐ performance information
    ‐ indirect costs
    ‐ variations
    ‐ contract programme and progress
    • Corrective action:
    ‐ contract programme and progress
    ‐ control expenditure to conform with budgets
    ‐ agree additional costs
    ‐ make a contract claim
    ‐ mitigation strategy
    • Project team:
    ‐ client
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ partners in the programme
    • Opportunities for cost saving:
    ‐ increase productivity
    ‐ waste reduction and management
    ‐ modify project management systems
    ‐ resource management and logistics
    ‐ applications of new technologies and materials
    ‐ energy management
    ‐ water
    ‐ recycling/materials
    ‐ alternative sources and types of materials
    ‐ reduce plant and labour resource
    ‐ variations in quality
    ‐ standardisation
    ‐ value engineering
    ‐ apply lean construction principles
    ‐ design out waste
    ‐ lean manufacturing principles
    ‐ offsite construction
    10. Manage your own resources and undertake continuing personal development in the occupational practice area
    • Development plan includes:
    ‐ priorities
    ‐ target dates
    ‐ development activities
    • Development activities:
    ‐ formal courses
    ‐ research
    ‐ work experience
    ‐ personal study
    ‐ work shadowing/secondment
    ‐ mentoring including professional discussions
    ‐ developing personal networks
    ‐ publications
    • Aims and objectives:
    ‐ preparation for career development
    ‐ intellectual challenge
    ‐ need to provide evidence of vocational competence
    ‐ compliance with employer and professional requirements
    ‐ awareness of development needs
    ‐ developing personal networks
    • Personal development:
    ‐ development of new competence
    ‐ maintenance of existing competence
    ‐ improvements of existing competence
    ‐ commitment to vocational excellence
    • Sources of support and guidance:
    ‐ national/industry bodies
    ‐ Professional Institutions
    ‐ education and training providers
    ‐ in house
    ‐ national occupational standards
    ‐ current publications
    ‐ benchmarks
    ‐ mentoring
    • Standards of competence:
    ‐ job descriptions and personal specification
    ‐ professional institution requirements
    ‐ national occupational standards
    11. Enable people and yourself to learn and benefit from practice experience
    • People:
    ‐ colleagues
    ‐ junior colleagues
    ‐ trainees and students
    ‐ potential entrants to the industry
    • Opportunities and resources:
    ‐ paid time
    ‐ personal time
    ‐ office
    ‐ site
    ‐ collaboration with others
    • Knowledge and practice:
    ‐ lessons from own experience
    ‐ lessons from others experience
    ‐ published sources
    • Learning techniques and methods:
    ‐ attending training and educational programmes
    ‐ coaching
    ‐ mentoring
    ‐ instructing
    ‐ agreeing work based learning opportunities
    ‐ performance appraisal
    ‐ work shadowing/secondments
    12. Identify and assess hazards, and identify risks
    • Clients:
    ‐ customers
    ‐ owners
    ‐ users
    ‐ occupiers
    • Relevant health, safety and welfare regulations and legal framework:
    ‐ current health, safety and welfare regulations
    ‐ Construction and Building Regulations
    ‐ international law, standards and practice
    ‐ contract and procurement
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ CDM co-ordinator (or recognised body under the CDM code of practice)
    ‐ other designers
    ‐ advisors
    ‐ clients
    ‐ construction managers
    ‐ contractors and specialist contractors
    • Hazards:
    ‐ working at height
    ‐ slips, trips and falls (same height)
    ‐ debris
    ‐ falling or moving objects
    ‐ incorrect manual handling
    ‐ health issues
    ‐ power sources
    ‐ hazardous substances
    ‐ trapped by something collapsing or overturning
    ‐ confined spaces
    ‐ fire
    ‐ obstructions
    ‐ moving vehicles
    ‐ water
    ‐ lack of security/breaches
    ‐ sector or context specific
    • Consequences:
    ‐ injuring people
    ‐ causing ill health
    ‐ damaging property
    ‐ adversely affecting the natural and built environment
    ‐ contravening legislative requirements
    ‐ litigation and prosecution
    ‐ causing adverse publicity/perception
    ‐ working conditions and circumstances, buildability
    ‐ alienating workforce/team members
    ‐ economic and business factors (positive or negative)
    ‐ language barriers
    • Operations and individual activities during:
    ‐ site establishment
    ‐ constructing (infrastructure, structure, building fabric, prefabrication, finishes, services and equipment, landscape, temporary works)
    ‐ using and operating plant and machinery
    ‐ cleaning
    ‐ maintaining
    ‐ altering
    ‐ demolition
    ‐ commissioning and decommissioning
    ‐ refurbishing
    ‐ proximity to existing services and obstructions
    • Assess:
    ‐ likelihood of occurrence
    ‐ severity of harm incurred
    • Significance of risks:
    ‐ common
    ‐ generic
    ‐ not obvious to a competent contractor or designer
    ‐ likely to be difficult to manage effectively
    13. Make design choices to reduce health and safety risks
    • Hazards:
    ‐ working at height
    ‐ slips, trips and falls (same height)
    ‐ debris
    ‐ falling or moving objects
    ‐ incorrect manual handling
    ‐ health issues
    ‐ power sources
    ‐ hazardous substances
    ‐ trapped by something collapsing or overturning
    ‐ confined spaces
    ‐ fire
    ‐ obstructions
    ‐ moving vehicles
    ‐ water
    ‐ lack of security/breaches
    ‐ sector or context specific
    • Developing and modifying design:
    ‐ identifying project requirements
    ‐ planning
    ‐ investigation
    ‐ verifying competence and resources
    ‐ analysis
    ‐ identifying interactions
    ‐ calculation
    ‐ testing
    ‐ selecting materials, components and systems
    ‐ assessing costs & benefits (including life cycle)
    ‐ detailing and specifying
    ‐ assessing buildability
    • Measures:
    ‐ control at sources
    ‐ cumulative protection
    ‐ manage residual risks
    • Risks:
    ‐ common
    ‐ generic
    ‐ not obvious to a competent contractor or designer
    ‐ likely to be difficult to manage effectively
    • Relevant health and safety regulations and guidelines:
    ‐ current health, safety and welfare regulations
    ‐ Construction and Building Regulations
    ‐ international law, standards and practice
    ‐ codes of practice
    ‐ industry guides
    • Other people involved:
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ cleaners
    ‐ maintainers
    ‐ owners
    ‐ users
    • Design documentation:
    ‐ drawings
    ‐ specifications
    ‐ models
    ‐ calculations
    ‐ Health and safety plans and files
    14. Manage the design process
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ the client
    ‐ CDM Coordinator (or recognised body under the CDM code of practice)
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ potential contractors
    ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ regulatory authorities
    ‐ facilities/asset maintenance managers
    ‐ users
    ‐ general public
    ‐ site visitors
    • Project Stages:
    ‐ Stage 4 (Design)
    ‐ Stage 5 (Build and Commission)
    • Format:
    ‐ in writing
    ‐ graphically
    ‐ electronically
    • Parts of the overall project design:
    ‐ location and size
    ‐ assembly and construction/installation
    ‐ components and systems
    ‐ specification
    ‐ environmental assessment objectives
    • Maintain coherence and consistency:
    ‐ visual and spatial
    ‐ functional performance
    ‐ technical performance
    ‐ quality
    ‐ requirements of relevant legislation and codes
    ‐ obsolescence/design life
    ‐ cost
    ‐ health and safety
    ‐ environmental factors
    ‐ sustainability
    ‐ buildability/disassembly
    ‐ maintenance/operation and use
    ‐ value management
    ‐ concurrent design and construction
    ‐ minimise emissions and waste
    ‐ energy use (U value calculations, Building Energy Assessment. carbon rating)
    ‐ protect archaeological and historically valuable resources
    ‐ carbon footprint
    ‐ grey water usage
    ‐ risk/confidence in information
    • Techniques:
    ‐ data research
    ‐ comparison with regulations
    ‐ specialist guidance and best practice
    ‐ relevant previous solutions and feedback
    ‐ computer modelling
    ‐ Building Information Modelling
    ‐ calculation
    ‐ lifetime impact modelling
    ‐ maintain risk register
    ‐ performance dynamic modelling
    ‐ comparison of costs of new and renewable energy
    15. Ensure that forms of contract are prepared
    • Forms of contract:
    ‐ standard
    ‐ non standard
    • Form of procurement:
    ‐ competitive tender
    ‐ non-competitive
    • Drafted:
    ‐ allocation of risks and responsibilities
    ‐ structure of contract
    ‐ key instructions
    ‐ legal factors
    ‐ business standing orders
    ‐ fair and prompt payment arrangements
    16. Ensure that the contract is negotiated and agreed
    • Obligations:
    ‐ insurances
    ‐ bonds
    ‐ warranties
    ‐ statutory
    ‐ financial guarantees
    ‐ competence of people
    ‐ deliverables
    • Contracts - type:
    ‐ standard
    ‐ non-standard
    • Amendments:
    ‐ allocation of risks and responsibilities
    ‐ structure of contract
    ‐ key instructions
    ‐ legal factors
    • Contract documents:
    ‐ invitation to tender
    ‐ forms of tender
    ‐ returns procedures
    ‐ specifications
    ‐ survey reports
    ‐ drawings and schedules
    ‐ bills of quantities/schedules of rates
    ‐ health and safety plans
    ‐ scope of services
    ‐ terms and conditions
    • Legal requirements:
    ‐ statutes
    ‐ regulations
    ‐ codes of practice and procedure
    ‐ common law
    17. Select and agree procurement strategies
    • Procurement objectives and criteria:
    ‐ type and form of contract
    ‐ definition and coverage of required project services
    ‐ alignment of interests and benefits
    ‐ early participation of key suppliers
    ‐ risk allocation
    ‐ integrated project insurance
    ‐ Building Information Modelling protocols
    ‐ economic, political and social context
    ‐ funding sources
    ‐ degree of commercial and financial risk
    ‐ agreed payment procedures
    ‐ whole life principles
    ‐ best overall value
    ‐ timescales/sequencing
    ‐ environmental benefits and sustainability
    ‐ community benefit
    • Procurement methods:
    ‐ managed forms of construction
    ‐ design and build
    ‐ traditional
    ‐ Public, Private Partnership
    ‐ prime contracting
    ‐ partnering
    ‐ advisory
    ‐ sole source/single negotiations
    ‐ competitive tendering
    ‐ early contractor involvement
    ‐ service level agreement
    • Legal and industry requirements:
    ‐ common law
    ‐ contract law
    ‐ EU directives on procurement
    ‐ codes of practice and procedures
    • Implementation procedures:
    ‐ tendering process
    ‐ tender evaluation
    ‐ award recommendation
    ‐ contract award
    18. Establish project team arrangements
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ the client
    ‐ the client’s financial advisers
    ‐ CDM coordinator or recognised body under the CDM code of practice
    ‐ design consultants
    ‐ potential contractors
    ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ facilities/asset managers
    ‐ potential investors
    ‐ funding agencies
    ‐ independent client adviser
    ‐ user groups
    • Type of project work:
    ‐ design
    ‐ construction
    ‐ services
    ‐ supply
    ‐ operate and maintain
    ‐ management
    ‐ decommissioning
    • Objectives:
    ‐ business case for integration
    ‐ commitment to multi-discipline partnering (whole supply chain)
    ‐ minimum on-site construction period
    ‐ certainty of completion
    ‐ minimum whole life cost
    ‐ sustainable solution
    ‐ agreed maximum cost
    ‐ zero defects
    ‐ respect for people (including health, safety, welfare and the environment)
    ‐ agree quality
    ‐ working to budget
    ‐ effective work scheduling
    ‐ Building Information Modelling
    ‐ adoption of industry guidance and benchmarking
    ‐ sharing knowledge and information
    • Selection criteria:
    ‐ cost
    ‐ quality
    ‐ time
    ‐ organisational experience
    ‐ performance measurement
    ‐ health, safety and welfare record
    ‐ environmental record
    ‐ staff competence and development
    ‐ commitment to integration/partnering
    ‐ commitment to Building Information Modelling
    ‐ social inclusivity record
    • Information:
    ‐ administration details
    ‐ scope of work
    ‐ budget
    ‐ information required from partners
    ‐ selection criteria and weightings
    • Capability:
    ‐ information modelling
    ‐ organisational experience
    ‐ performance measurement
    ‐ health, safety and welfare record
    ‐ environmental record
    ‐ staff competence and development
    ‐ commitment to integration/partnering
    ‐ commitment to BIM capability
    ‐ availability of appropriate resources
    19. Recommend and agree a form of contract
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ the client
    ‐ the client’s financial advisers
    ‐ CDM coordinator or recognised body under CDM code of practice
    ‐ design consultants
    ‐ potential contractors
    ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ facilities/asset managers
    ‐ potential investors
    ‐ funding agencies
    ‐ independent client adviser
    ‐ user groups
    • Criteria for selecting:
    ‐ client’s needs and requirements
    ‐ form of procurement
    ‐ degree of risk
    ‐ technical complexity
    ‐ project partnering
    ‐ sector practice
    • Form of contract:
    ‐ standard
    ‐ non standard
    • Type of project work:
    ‐ design
    ‐ construction
    ‐ services
    ‐ management
    ‐ operate and maintenance
    ‐ decommissioning
    20. Evaluate potential implications for the resolution of disputes
    • Dispute - types:
    ‐ land
    ‐ property
    ‐ construction
    ‐ contracts
    ‐ agreements
    ‐ third party claims
    • Information which is relevant to the dispute:
    ‐ contract documents
    ‐ correspondence
    ‐ instructions
    ‐ contract records
    ‐ technical reports
    ‐ witness testimony
    ‐ other evidential material
    ‐ expert opinion
    • Expertise and support in:
    ‐ legal
    ‐ technical
    ‐ financial
    • Options and processes for settling the dispute:
    ‐ re-negotiation
    ‐ negotiations at higher levels of authority
    ‐ mediation, adjudication and arbitration
    ‐ formal dispute resolution
    ‐ legal action
    21. Negotiate and progress the resolution of disputes
    • Dispute - types:
    ‐ land
    ‐ property
    ‐ construction
    ‐ contracts
    ‐ agreements
    ‐ third party claims
    • Options and processes for settling the dispute:
    ‐ re-negotiation
    ‐ negotiations at higher levels of authority
    ‐ mediation, adjudication and arbitration
    ‐ formal dispute resolution
    ‐ legal action
    • Reactions and proposals:
    ‐ positive
    ‐ negative
    • Responses:
    ‐ accepting
    ‐ rejecting
    ‐ clarifying
    ‐ providing additional information
    22. Evaluate project whole life and low carbon costs
    • Energy goals and priorities:
    ‐ energy sources and infrastructure
    ‐ energy consumption
    ‐ low carbon targets
    ‐ use of renewable resources
    ‐ use of non-renewable resources
    ‐ energy reduction programmes
    ‐ heat recovery and re-use energy efficient technologies
    ‐ energy efficient practices
    • Project Stage:
    ‐ Stage 0 (Strategy)
    ‐ Stage 1 (Brief)
    ‐ Stage 2 (Concept)
    ‐ Stage 3 (Definition)
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ the client
    ‐ financial advisers
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ potential contractors
    ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ potential investors
    ‐ partners in the development programme
    ‐ facilities/asset managers
    • Whole life costs and low carbon cost:
    ‐ energy sources and infrastructure
    ‐ design stage
    ‐ materials and components (including embodied energy)
    ‐ construction and installation
    ‐ energy use
    ‐ grey water usage
    ‐ operations/maintenance
    ‐ adaptation/demolition/decommissioning
    • Assess and quantify:
    ‐ cost benefit analysis
    ‐ whole life
    ‐ life cycle costing
    ‐ lifetime impact modelling
    ‐ in-use asset performance
    ‐ carbon accounting
    ‐ value management feasibility studies
    ‐ elemental cost planning
    ‐ risk management
    ‐ cost effective out-performance of statutory requirements
    ‐ decision tools for passive/active systems
    ‐ model costs of alternative designs
    • Present:
    ‐ orally
    ‐ in writing
    ‐ graphically
    ‐ electronically
    ‐ simulation
    23. Assess and provide for the conservation of energy use
    • Criteria:
    ‐ carbon dioxide emissions
    ‐ efficiency of construction
    ‐ efficiency of building services and installation
    ‐ u values
    ‐ continuity of insulation
    ‐ air leakage
    • Property and systems:
    ‐ new development
    ‐ existing development
    • Information:
    ‐ building type
    ‐ building size and capacity
    ‐ current energy usage
    ‐ building fabric
    ‐ building heating, lighting and ventilation
    • Gathered and recorded:
    ‐ design proposals
    ‐ measured survey
    ‐ condition survey
    ‐ energy measurement and assessment tools
    24. Agree and implement systems with suppliers and services
    • Systems:
    ‐ manual
    ‐ electronic
    ‐ Building Information Modelling
    ‐ TQM systems
    ‐ design
    ‐ commercial
    ‐ health and safety
    ‐ environmental
    ‐ time management
    ‐ open book forms linked to outcomes
    ‐ agreed payment procedure
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ the client
    ‐ the client’s financial advisers
    ‐ design consultants
    ‐ potential contractors
    ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ facilities/asset managers
    ‐ potential investors
    ‐ funding agencies
    ‐ independent client adviser
    ‐ user groups
    25. Monitor and control arrangements for strategic sourcing
    • Monitoring - methods:
    ‐ in-house reporting
    ‐ consultant
    • Those who are affected:
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ users
    26. Evaluate pre-qualification of tenderers
    • Procurement strategy:
    ‐ estimate
    ‐ open competitive tender
    ‐ two stage tender
    ‐ â€˜two envelope’ tender
    ‐ selected list tender
    ‐ negotiated
    ‐ bid
    ‐ design and build
    ‐ design, build, finance and operate
    • Tenderers:
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ sub/works/trade contractors
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ consultants
    • Regulatory requirements:
    ‐ compulsory competitive tendering
    ‐ international
    ‐ in-house
    ‐ national
    ‐ local
    • Evidence:
    ‐ documentary
    ‐ references
    ‐ interview
    • Selection criteria:
    ‐ quality of delivery record
    ‐ added value (including past performance)
    ‐ acceptability of known sub-contracting arrangements & supply chain organisation
    ‐ acceptability to client
    ‐ financial resources
    ‐ credit rating
    ‐ references from previous clients and bankers
    ‐ health, safety and welfare record
    ‐ competence of people
    ‐ Building Information Modelling capability
    ‐ systems compatibility
    ‐ resources (human, materials, facilities)
    ‐ insurance
    ‐ environmental record
    ‐ design quality and costing
    ‐ innovation record
    ‐ local economic benefit
    27. Obtain bids and tenders
    • Procurement information and documents:
    ‐ invitation to tender
    ‐ form of tender
    ‐ returns procedure
    ‐ surveys
    ‐ models
    ‐ graphical and non-graphical electronic data files
    ‐ drawings, schedules and programmes
    ‐ bills of quantities
    ‐ health, safety and welfare record
    ‐ environmental record
    ‐ scope of services
    ‐ terms and conditions
    ‐ schedules of rates
    ‐ evaluation criteria and procedures
    • Tenderers:
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ sub/works/trade contractors
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ consultants
    • Queries:
    ‐ errors
    ‐ omissions
    ‐ ambiguities
    • Amendments:
    ‐ extension to tender period
    ‐ changes resulting from queries
    28. Analyse and select successful bids and tenders and negotiate changes
    • Regulatory requirements:
    ‐ statutes
    ‐ regulations
    ‐ codes of practice and procedure
    • Criteria:
    ‐ quality and delivery record
    ‐ technical viability
    ‐ financial viability
    ‐ timescale
    ‐ Resources
    ‐ cost (budgets, rates)
    ‐ loading and cash flow
    ‐ policies which offer added value
    ‐ comparative criteria (benchmarking)
    ‐ weighting
    ‐ organisational policies
    ‐ regulatory requirements
    ‐ competence of people
    ‐ Building Information Modelling capability
    ‐ information delivery
    ‐ design quality and costing
    ‐ community benefits
    ‐ best whole life value
    ‐ open book accounting
    • Tenderers:
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ sub/works/trade contractors
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ consultants
    • Variations, adjustments and corrections:
    ‐ price
    ‐ quantity
    ‐ quality
    ‐ standards
    ‐ logistics
    ‐ completion
    ‐ Maintenance
    ‐ after sales service
    ‐ method of payment
    ‐ contract conditions
    ‐ scope of service
    ‐ terms and conditions
    ‐ client amendment
    29. Identify and resource the development of new products and services to meet market needs
    • The organisation’s operations:
    ‐ new and innovative services, products and processes (benefits and features)
    ‐ information management systems
    ‐ customer requirements
    ‐ communications with potential customers and partners
    ‐ legal requirements and statutory legislation
    ‐ past and future negotiations
    ‐ specifications
    ‐ pricing strategy
    ‐ recording systems
    ‐ time schedules
    ‐ quality
    ‐ identification of competitors
    ‐ target markets
    ‐ training
    • Strengths and weaknesses:
    ‐ market share
    ‐ scope of products and services
    ‐ availability of resources
    ‐ working practices
    ‐ productivity
    ‐ profitability and cost factors
    ‐ corporate values
    ‐ environmental impact
    ‐ energy performance
    ‐ socio-economic factors
    ‐ ability to innovate
    ‐ efficiency of systems (including information technology)
    ‐ product life-cycle
    ‐ understanding of client's needs
    ‐ standardisation
    ‐ competence of staff
    • Analysis - methods:
    ‐ feasibility studies
    ‐ SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats) analyses
    ‐ feedback
    • Products and services:
    ‐ design
    ‐ finance
    ‐ build
    ‐ operate
    ‐ research, development and innovation
    ‐ technological
    ‐ consultation
    ‐ advisory
    ‐ project management
    • Resources:
    ‐ people (knowledge, training, competence)
    ‐ plant and equipment
    ‐ materials
    ‐ sub-contractors and suppliers
    ‐ partners
    ‐ external services
    ‐ financial resources
    ‐ accommodation
    30. Develop and implement a marketing strategy
    • Present image and reputation of the organisation:
    ‐ market share
    ‐ scope of products and services
    ‐ availability of resources
    ‐ working practices
    ‐ productivity
    ‐ profitability and cost factors
    ‐ corporate values
    ‐ environmental impact
    ‐ socio-economic factors
    • Information gathering system:
    ‐ organisation sources
    ‐ external sources
    ‐ customer feedback
    ‐ specialists
    ‐ market research
    • Marketing and promotion:
    ‐ branding
    ‐ corporate image
    ‐ professional networks
    ‐ sponsorship
    ‐ publications
    ‐ samples
    ‐ relation with press and media
    ‐ advertising policies
    ‐ direct and indirect client and customer relations
    ‐ presentations
    ‐ e-commerce
    ‐ delivery
    • Potential new business opportunities:
    ‐ products and services
    ‐ developments and projects
    ‐ customers and markets
    • Monitoring:
    ‐ market share
    ‐ levels of resource allocation
    ‐ profitability
    ‐ reputation
    ‐ image
    31. Develop and maintain a policy to maximise client and customer satisfaction
    • Clients and customers:
    ‐ individuals
    ‐ external organisations
    ‐ departments or teams
    • Client and customer service:
    ‐ quality
    ‐ timescales
    ‐ cost
    ‐ communication and involvement in decision making
    ‐ conduct
    ‐ pre-contract
    ‐ post-contract
    ‐ after care
    • Policy:
    ‐ relationships with clients
    ‐ statutory rights and the organisational response
    ‐ operational expectations and performance
    ‐ policy regarding adherence to current norms of business ethics and practice
    ‐ environmental concerns
    32. Assess and manage project risks and opportunities
    • Project information:
    ‐ environmental
    ‐ statutory and legal requirements
    ‐ client, user and community requirements
    ‐ construction and technical requirements
    ‐ site constraints
    ‐ finance, procurement and contract
    ‐ quality
    ‐ cost
    ‐ Programme
    • Risks:
    ‐ health, safety and welfare
    ‐ site environment
    ‐ management and workforce experience
    ‐ information management and project stage decision making
    ‐ complexity and scope
    ‐ consents
    ‐ team composition
    ‐ project costs
    ‐ impact on business
    ‐ technical considerations
    ‐ Programme
    ‐ contract form
    ‐ availability of resources
    ‐ maintenance and communication of information
    ‐ innovation
    ‐ poor quality
    ‐ impact on natural and built environment
    ‐ impact of users; public and third parties
    ‐ impact on community
    ‐ impact of political risk
    ‐ resource scarcity
    • Opportunities:
    ‐ impact on the natural and built environment
    ‐ impact on users, public and third parties
    ‐ improved quality
    ‐ improved procurement
    ‐ programme reduction
    ‐ specification change
    ‐ business benefit
    ‐ profitability
    ‐ scope reduction
    ‐ sustainable development
    • Risk management methods and procedures:
    ‐ risk identification
    ‐ risk assessment
    ‐ prevention, reduction and protection
    ‐ risk register
    • Resources:
    ‐ people
    ‐ materials, plant and equipment
    ‐ finance
    ‐ time
    ‐ specialist services
    ‐ utility services
    ‐ Information
    33. Develop and maintain systems for managing health, safety and welfare
    • Culture of health, safety & welfare:
    ‐ personal values, attitudes and behaviours
    ‐ communicating and passing on information
    ‐ accident and incident reporting
    ‐ giving and receiving feedback
    ‐ situational awareness
    ‐ recognising and responding to potential changes
    ‐ materials, plant and equipment and their constraints and failure points
    • Organisation and statutory requirements:
    ‐ construction specific health, safety and welfare regulations
    ‐ general health, safety and welfare legislation
    ‐ recognised industry codes of practice
    ‐ organisational procedures
    ‐ safety audit
    ‐ health and safety plans
    • Equipment and resources:
    ‐ protective clothing
    ‐ protective equipment
    ‐ first aid facilities
    ‐ welfare facilities
    ‐ storage and security of materials and equipment
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ fire fighting equipment
    ‐ provision of health, safety and welfare training
    ‐ hazard warnings
    • Specific project requirements:
    ‐ contract
    ‐ organisational policy
    ‐ site, construction, induction and installation operations
    ‐ risk assessments
    ‐ demolition
    ‐ control of nuisance (e.g. noise, dust, transport and waste management)
    ‐ language
    ‐ first-aid arrangements
    ‐ statutory notices
    ‐ accident and incident reporting
    34. Establish and manage project team activities
    • Project team:
    ‐ client
    ‐ design and development consultants
    ‐ potential contractors
    ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ partners in the development programme
    ‐ facilities/asset managers
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ the client
    ‐ prospective occupiers/owners
    ‐ local community
    ‐ regulatory authorities
    ‐ government agencies
    ‐ facilities/asset managers
    • Requirements of the development brief and schedule:
    ‐ key decision stages
    ‐ objectives and targets
    ‐ scheduling and timetabling
    ‐ statutory deadlines
    ‐ team meetings
    ‐ procurement
    ‐ concurrent design and construction
    ‐ levels of design refinement at key decision stages
    ‐ level of risk/confidence
    • Communication:
    ‐ orally
    ‐ written
    ‐ electronically
    • Methods for project development, evaluation, modification, monitoring and updating:
    ‐ responsibilities
    ‐ format
    ‐ content
    ‐ indexing
    ‐ distribution
    ‐ reviewing
    ‐ resolving conflicts
    ‐ revising
    ‐ quality control/assurance
    ‐ storage
    ‐ security
    ‐ retrieval
    ‐ statutory approval
    ‐ integration of data
    ‐ Building Information Modelling
    • Investigation:
    ‐ documentary search
    ‐ investigative research
    ‐ site investigation
    ‐ consultation with stakeholders
    ‐ physical/virtual models
    ‐ insurance risk/opportunities associated with new technology
    ‐ adaptation and mitigation
    35. Implement project organisation and communication systems
    • Organisational and communication needs:
    ‐ site management
    ‐ site/head office interface
    ‐ contract administration
    ‐ health, safety, and welfare
    ‐ environmental strategy
    ‐ Common Data Environment (CDE)
    ‐ team working
    ‐ design information management
    ‐ Building Information Modelling
    • Information about people’s roles and responsibilities:
    ‐ individual job descriptions, responsibilities and competence
    ‐ organisation charts
    ‐ contractual arrangements
    ‐ team
    ‐ skills, training and development
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ clients
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ third parties including public
    ‐ utility providers
    ‐ emergency services
    ‐ people working on site
    ‐ site visitors
    ‐ statutory authorities
    ‐ off-site manufacturing/suppliers
    ‐ facility/asset managers
    • Methods of communicating, reporting, recording and retrieving:
    ‐ oral
    ‐ written
    ‐ graphic
    ‐ electronic
    • Resources:
    ‐ people
    ‐ plant and equipment
    ‐ materials and components
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ information (digital models, drawings, graphical & non-graphical electronic data files)
    ‐ work area and facilities
    36. Obtain and evaluate project feedback information and make improvements
    • Improvements from feedback:
    ‐ management procedures
    ‐ client, design and construction team performance
    ‐ working arrangements
    ‐ formal and informal communications
    ‐ quality assurance and control
    ‐ design and technical appraisal
    ‐ operational appraisal
    ‐ performance in use
    ‐ energy use
    ‐ benchmarking
    ‐ sustainability
    ‐ post project review
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ the design team
    ‐ CDM co-ordinator (or recognised body under the CDM code of practice)
    ‐ specialist consultants
    ‐ the client
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ site inspectorate
    ‐ users
    ‐ managing agents
    ‐ stakeholders
    ‐ facility/asset managers
    • Feedback information:
    ‐ contract documentation
    ‐ project documentation
    ‐ organisational documentation
    ‐ standard communication details
    ‐ user feedback
    ‐ specification amendments
    ‐ product information
    ‐ government and statutory publications
    ‐ research and advisory data
    ‐ periodicals and abstracts
    • Methods and sources:
    ‐ project records and documentation
    ‐ Building Information Modelling
    ‐ application and methodology
    ‐ open book accounting
    ‐ site inspections
    ‐ scientific research and data
    ‐ studies of performance in use
    ‐ meetings
    ‐ questionnaires
    ‐ reports
    ‐ warranty claims
    ‐ Post Construction Evaluation (PCE)
    ‐ Post Occupancy Evaluation (POE)
    • Databases:
    ‐ manual files
    ‐ Building Information Model object library
    ‐ model templates
    ‐ standard drawings
    ‐ specifications
    ‐ pro-forma
    ‐ on-line
    ‐ quality management systems
    37. Select and form a project team
    • Team Resources:
    ‐ management
    ‐ technical staff
    ‐ specialist sub-contractors
    ‐ specialist services
    ‐ workforce
    • Significant factors:
    ‐ location
    ‐ cost
    ‐ time
    ‐ skills, experience and knowledge required and availability
    ‐ training and development requirements
    ‐ impact of new technology processes and materials on skills
    ‐ diversity
    ‐ language
    ‐ accreditation requirements
    • Rules and formalities:
    ‐ contractual
    ‐ statutory
    ‐ recognised industry processes
    ‐ organisational processes
    ‐ certification of competence
    38. Develop and maintain working relationships
    • Working relationships:
    ‐ formal (contractual and statutory)
    ‐ informal
    • People:
    ‐ clients and customers
    ‐ employers
    ‐ employees
    ‐ statutory & regulatory bodies
    ‐ users and community groups
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ partners
    ‐ near neighbours
    ‐ occupiers
    ‐ general public
    ‐ people with specific access and communication needs
    ‐ suppliers of products and services
    ‐ government agencies
    ‐ non-English speakers
    • Promote goodwill, trust and respect:
    ‐ demonstrating a duty of care
    ‐ ethical relationships
    ‐ professional independence
    ‐ honouring promises and undertakings
    ‐ honest relationships
    ‐ constructive relationships
    ‐ equal opportunities
    ‐ acknowledge diversity
    • Inform, offer advice, present and clarify:
    ‐ orally
    ‐ in writing
    ‐ using graphics
    ‐ electronically
    • Work activities:
    ‐ proposals and their impact
    ‐ progress
    ‐ results
    ‐ achievements
    ‐ potential problems
    ‐ risks
    ‐ opportunities
    39. Evaluate estimate, bid and tender enquiry documentation
    • Tender:
    ‐ contractor
    ‐ sub/works/trade contractor
    ‐ supply
    ‐ consultants
    • Tender requirements:
    ‐ construction
    ‐ installation and maintenance work
    ‐ supply of goods and materials
    ‐ consultancy services
    • Decision makers:
    ‐ clients and their agents
    ‐ colleagues
    ‐ line managers and directors
    ‐ specialists - internal or external to organisation
    • Points of concern:
    ‐ inconsistent with the policy of the organisation
    ‐ discrepancies within enquiry information
    ‐ tender procedure requirements
    ‐ quantitative requirements
    ‐ qualitative requirements
    ‐ contractual requirements
    • Tender documents:
    ‐ invitation to tender
    ‐ form of tender
    ‐ returns procedure
    ‐ survey reports
    ‐ specifications
    ‐ graphical and non-graphical electronic data files
    ‐ drawing schedule and programme
    ‐ bills of quantities
    ‐ health, safety and welfare requirements
    ‐ scope of services
    ‐ terms and conditions
    ‐ schedule of rates
    ‐ environmental requirements
    ‐ procedures for submitting tenders
    ‐ evaluation criteria and procedures
    • Agreed criteria:
    ‐ change to organisational capability
    ‐ financial
    ‐ viability of tendering information
    ‐ current workload
    ‐ type of work
    ‐ competence of people
    ‐ timescale (tender and contract)
    ‐ social and political policies
    ‐ environmental impact
    ‐ location
    ‐ potential completion
    • Legal issues:
    ‐ planning
    ‐ health and safety
    ‐ environmental
    ‐ ownership
    ‐ common law rights
    ‐ European Union requirements
    40. Assess the resource requirements and costs within an estimate, bid and tender
    • Tender requirements:
    ‐ construction
    ‐ installation and maintenance work
    ‐ supply of goods and materials
    ‐ consultancy services
    ‐ purchasing
    ‐ low carbon and resource efficient procurement
    ‐ invitation to tender
    ‐ form of tender
    ‐ technology required
    ‐ procedures for submitting tenders
    • Resources:
    ‐ people (in-house & external)
    ‐ plant and equipment
    ‐ materials
    ‐ finance
    ‐ time
    ‐ supply options
    • Available sources:
    ‐ client brief
    ‐ tender enquiry documentation
    ‐ site measurements/visits
    ‐ survey reports
    ‐ scaled drawings
    ‐ schedules
    ‐ method statements
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ specialist contractors and suppliers
    • Estimate:
    ‐ cost based on a quotation
    ‐ elemental cost data
    ‐ unit cost built up from basic data
    ‐ internal and historical cost data
    ‐ published cost data
    • Calculate cost:
    ‐ manual
    ‐ electronic
    • External factors:
    ‐ variations over time
    ‐ location
    ‐ statutory and contractual requirements
    ‐ special working conditions and methods
    ‐ resourcing conditions
    ‐ competition
    41. Finalise and submit an estimate, bid and tender offer
    • Risks and opportunities:
    ‐ environmental and sustainability
    ‐ social
    ‐ financial and market fluctuations
    ‐ political
    ‐ technical
    ‐ health and safety
    ‐ reputation
    ‐ competence of people
    • Tender offer:
    ‐ contractor
    ‐ sub/works/trade contractor
    ‐ supply
    ‐ consultancy
    ‐ purchase
    • Alternatives and qualifications:
    ‐ specifications and materials
    ‐ methods of construction
    ‐ services
    ‐ time-scales
    ‐ supply options
    ‐ price offer options
    ‐ whole life value
    • Tender requirements:
    ‐ construction
    ‐ installation and maintenance work
    ‐ supply of goods and materials
    ‐ consultancy services
    ‐ delivery
    • Present:
    ‐ orally
    ‐ in writing
    ‐ graphically
    ‐ using computer models
    ‐ electronically
    42. Prepare a proposal for a project brief
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ the client
    ‐ the client's financial advisers
    ‐ statutory authorities
    ‐ CDM co-ordinator (or responsible body under CDM regulations)
    ‐ project managers
    ‐ potential contractors
    ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ potential investors
    ‐ funding agencies
    ‐ independent client adviser
    ‐ user groups
    ‐ community groups
    ‐ facilities/asset managers
    • Project proposal - will consider:
    ‐ the client's requirements
    ‐ project stage information requirements
    ‐ user requirements
    ‐ design quality requirements
    ‐ ergonomic requirements
    ‐ community requirements
    ‐ procurement requirements
    ‐ physical requirements
    ‐ resource requirements
    ‐ construction requirements
    ‐ legal requirements
    ‐ cost requirements
    ‐ business opportunities and objectives
    ‐ risk factors
    ‐ health, safety and welfare requirements
    ‐ current and future needs
    ‐ energy, water and natural resource management
    ‐ compliance with local, regional national development strategies
    ‐ Building Information Modelling
    ‐ insurance risks/opportunities associated with new technologies
    ‐ adaptation and mitigation
    • Review:
    ‐ cost benefit analysis
    ‐ whole life costing
    ‐ value management
    ‐ feasibility studies
    ‐ elemental cost planning
    • Present:
    ‐ orally
    ‐ in writing
    ‐ graphically
    ‐ electronically
    43. Develop a project outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief
    • Programme:
    ‐ timetable
    ‐ phasing
    ‐ integration of data
    ‐ interaction between design consultants
    ‐ critical path
    ‐ key project stages/gate management plan
    ‐ interface between design, procurement, construction, operation and end use
    ‐ interaction with design approval stages
    ‐ interaction with construction programme
    ‐ concurrent design and construction
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ the client
    ‐ the client's financial advisers
    ‐ statutory authorities
    ‐ CDM co-ordinator (or responsible body under CDM regulations)
    ‐ project managers
    ‐ potential contractors
    ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ potential investors
    ‐ funding agencies
    ‐ independent client adviser
    ‐ user groups
    ‐ community groups
    ‐ facilities/asset managers
    • Project Stages:
    ‐ Stage 0 (Strategy)
    ‐ Stage 1 (Brief)
    ‐ Stage 2 (Concept)
    ‐ Stage 3 (Definition)
    ‐ Stage 4 (Design)
    ‐ Stage 5 (Build and Commission)
    ‐ Stage 6 (Handover and Closeout)
    • Constraints:
    ‐ work content
    ‐ time duration/sequencing
    ‐ resources available
    ‐ contingencies
    ‐ budget
    ‐ site
    ‐ risk and valuation
    ‐ regulations
    • Expectations:
    ‐ design quality
    ‐ consultation
    ‐ timetable
    ‐ phasing of design development
    ‐ best value
    44. Identify, assess and agree project requirements and stakeholder preferences
    • Clarify the project stakeholders’ circumstances and requirements by:
    ‐ reference to standard documentation
    ‐ checklists
    ‐ client consultation
    ‐ questionnaires
    ‐ comparative field research
    ‐ market research
    ‐ identifying options and alternatives
    ‐ use of benchmarking tool(s)
    ‐ digital exchange
    • Processes and procedures:
    ‐ Project Information Plan
    ‐ Model Delivery Plan
    ‐ information management accountabilities
    ‐ implementation plans
    ‐ capability assessments
    ‐ delivery plans
    ‐ execution plans
    ‐ levels of graphical and non-graphical detail/development
    • Agree:
    ‐ direct with a client
    ‐ by negotiation and agreement with partnering team
    ‐ facilitation
    • Project Stakeholders:
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ the client
    ‐ the client's financial advisers
    ‐ statutory authorities
    ‐ CDM co-ordinator (or responsible body under CDM regulations)
    ‐ project managers
    ‐ potential contractors
    ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ potential investors
    ‐ funding agencies
    ‐ independent client adviser
    ‐ user groups
    ‐ community groups
    ‐ facilities/asset managers
    • Goals and priorities:
    ‐ quantity
    ‐ design quality
    ‐ time
    ‐ use/adaptability/maintenance
    ‐ whole life costs
    ‐ health, safety and welfare
    ‐ sustainability
    ‐ economic benefits
    ‐ community benefits
    ‐ security
    ‐ market demands
    ‐ changing circumstances
    • Constraints and risks:
    ‐ cost
    ‐ time
    ‐ quality
    ‐ health and safety
    ‐ the environment
    ‐ the client's requirements
    ‐ system compatibility
    ‐ system interoperability
    • Present:
    ‐ orally
    ‐ in writing
    ‐ graphically
    ‐ electronically
    45. Exchange information and present advice on technical issues
    • Purpose:
    ‐ sharing experience
    ‐ issuing instructions
    ‐ making judgements
    ‐ increasing understanding
    ‐ implementing a solution
    ‐ dealing with confrontation
    ‐ negotiation
    • Present:
    ‐ orally
    ‐ in writing
    ‐ graphically
    ‐ electronically
    • Technical recommendations and judgements include:
    ‐ realistic estimates of the implications of other options which have been considered
    ‐ clear descriptions of the information sources consulted
    ‐ the analysis techniques applied
    ‐ the criteria used for making evaluations and reaching justifiable conclusions
    • People receiving information and advice:
    ‐ peers and other related occupations
    ‐ clients and customers
    ‐ technical and non-technical team members
    ‐ craftspeople and operatives
    ‐ senior and junior colleagues
    ‐ members of the public
    ‐ people with individual needs
    46. Resolve complex indeterminate situations
    • Information:
    ‐ project information
    ‐ own experience and practice
    ‐ manual and electronic information systems (e.g. libraries, technical journals, databases)
    ‐ published research
    ‐ other colleagues and specialists
    ‐ continuing professional development
    • Reflect:
    ‐ comparison between previous cases and the current situation
    ‐ the outcomes required
    ‐ known and anticipated limitations and opportunities
    47. Practice within an ethical framework
    • Conflicts of interest:
    ‐ actions which may mislead other individuals
    ‐ offers which involve the financial interest of the practitioner
    ‐ giving unfair advantage to the practitioner's family or friends
    ‐ as defined by legislation
    • Ethical standards and recognised good practice:
    ‐ personal beliefs
    ‐ mandatory ethical codes of practice within the occupation, discipline or organisation
    ‐ national and international statute law
    ‐ national and international voluntary codes of practice and guidance
    • Systems:
    ‐ organisational policies
    ‐ indemnity insurance
    ‐ guarantees
    ‐ contract conditions
    ‐ bonds
  12. Production Managers in Construction
    responsibility
    1. Assess and evaluate the sustainability and environmental impact of developments in construction management
      COSCSMO07 This standard is about managing the impact of the built environment on the natural environment. You will need to investigate requirements for assessing the environmental impact of proposals. You will also need to select the factors and the criteria used to assess the impact and assess their significance.
      duty
      1. Assess the environmental impact of development proposals 1 investigate the requirements for assessing the environmental impact of proposals by examining policy documents, consulting stakeholders and experts 2 select the factors which will be included in the assessment and the criteria to be used for assessing the impact 3 collate relevant data and examine the proposal in its context 4 identify and review alternative solutions which will improve environmental quality and increase sustainability 5 analyse and forecast the environmental impact of the selected factors, both individually and in combination 6 assess, quantify and report on the significance of each factor and suggest measures which will reduce the environmental impact
      2. Evaluate and present sustainable requirements 7 identify goals and priorities for potential development, both currently and in the future 8 investigate and identify the design, function and performance requirements of the potential project 9 investigate economic factors and resources, environmental and ecological factors, and social views that affect the future asset value and sustainability of potential development and consider alternatives 10 evaluate the best balance between the potential asset value and sustainability and project design, function, performance and return on investment 11 present development strategies in a suitable format and justify them to decision makers 12 decide whether and how to implement potential sustainable development projects so as to achieve key requirements
      3. Identify and evaluate sustainable resources 13 investigate, from appropriate information sources, the factors which impact on the utilisation and sustainability of renewable resources 14 assess accurately the costs and implications of the management and replacement of renewable resources 15 identify and summarise appropriate and valid information sources and identify potential alternative resources 16 compare the technical performance and environmental implications of alternative resources with the performance of existing finite resources with a similar function and calculate any variances 17 investigate, assess and recommend suitable strategies for developing alternative resources, which indicate positive technical and environmental advantages 18 present strategies in a suitable format and justify them to stakeholders
      knowledge
      1. Assess the environmental impact of development proposals 1 how and why to investigate the requirements for assessing the environmental impact of proposals by examining policy documents, consulting stakeholders and experts (analysis) 2 how and why to select the factors which will be included in the assessment and the criteria to be used for assessing the impact (evaluation) 3 how to collate relevant data (application) 4 how and why to examine the proposal in its context (analysis) 5 what to identify as alternative solutions which will improve environmental quality and increase sustainability (understanding) 6 how and why to review alternative solutions which will improve environmental quality and increase sustainability (analysis) 7 how and why to analyse the environmental impact of the selected factors, both individually and in combination (analysis) 8 how and why to forecast the environmental impact of the selected factors, both individually and in combination (analysis) 9 how and why to assess and quantify the significance of each factor (analysis) 10 how to report on the significance of each factor (application) 11 how and why to suggest measures which will reduce the environmental impact (synthesis)
      2. Evaluate and present sustainable requirements 12 what to identify as the goals and priorities for potential development, both currently and in the future (understanding) 13 how and why to investigate the design, function and performance requirements of the potential project (analysis) 14 what to identify as the design, function and performance requirements of the potential project (understanding) 15 how and why to investigate economic factors and resources, environmental and ecological factors, and social views that affect the future asset value and sustainability of potential development and consider alternatives (analysis) 16 how and why to evaluate the best balance between the potential asset value and sustainability and project design, function, performance and return on investment (evaluation) 17 how to present development strategies in a suitable format (application) 18 how and why to justify development strategies to decision makers (synthesis) 19 how and why to decide whether and how to implement potential sustainable development projects so as to achieve key requirements (evaluation)
      3. Identify and evaluate sustainable resources 20 how and why to investigate, from appropriate information sources, the factors which impact on the utilisation and sustainability of renewable resources (analysis) 21 how and why to assess accurately the costs and implications of the management and replacement of renewable resources (analysis) 22 what to identify as appropriate and valid information sources (understanding) 23 how to summarise appropriate and valid information sources (application) 24 what to identify as potential alternative resources (understanding) 25 how and why to compare the technical performance and environmental implications of alternative resources with the performance of existing finite resources with a similar function and calculate any variances (synthesis) 26 how and why to investigate and assess suitable strategies for developing alternative resources, which indicate positive technical and environmental advantages (analysis) 27 how and why to recommend suitable strategies for developing alternative resources, which indicate positive technical and environmental advantages (synthesis) 28 how to present strategies in a suitable format (application) 29 how and why to justify strategies to stakeholders (evaluation)
      context
      1. Assess the environmental impact of development proposals
      • Requirements:
      ‐ social and community obligations
      ‐ legal obligations
      ‐ current codes of practice
      ‐ feasibility
      ‐ conditions to be applied to the proposal
      ‐ significant environmental issues and effects
      ‐ examining alternatives
      ‐ proposing appropriate mitigation measures
      • Proposals:
      ‐ individual projects
      ‐ strategic policies, plans and proposals
      • Factors:
      ‐ environmental impact and sustainability
      ‐ quantity
      ‐ quality (including design)
      ‐ cost (including whole life costs/return on investment)
      ‐ time
      ‐ social (community use and adaptability)
      ‐ Programme
      ‐ transport impact minimisation
      • Criteria:
      ‐ primary and secondary effects
      ‐ positive and negative
      ‐ risk and opportunity
      ‐ construction, operation and decommissioning stages
      ‐ temporary, cumulative and permanent
      ‐ short and long term
      • Relevant data:
      ‐ project baseline information
      ‐ survey information
      ‐ relevant standards
      ‐ relevant legal, regulatory and policy requirements
      ‐ historical
      ‐ project
      • Alternative solutions:
      ‐ different locations
      ‐ different sites
      ‐ brownfield development
      ‐ different layouts
      ‐ extending the use of existing resources
      ‐ renewable energy technology
      ‐ use of alternative resources
      ‐ changes to implementation and phasing
      ‐ not carrying out the proposal
      2. Evaluate and present sustainable requirement
      • Goals and priorities:
      ‐ quantity
      ‐ cost (including whole life costs)
      ‐ time
      ‐ development
      ‐ improvement
      ‐ use
      ‐ Maintenance
      ‐ low carbon design
      ‐ environmental impact and sustainability
      ‐ security
      ‐ health and safety
      ‐ logistics
      • Investigate:
      ‐ use of benchmarking tools
      ‐ insurance risk
      ‐ research
      ‐ consultancy advice
      ‐ regulatory advice
      • Economic factors and resources:
      ‐ finance
      ‐ fiscal policy (including carbon tax/incentives)
      ‐ water demand/supply/use minimisation
      ‐ payback/return on investment
      ‐ carbon trading schemes/carbon reduction credits
      ‐ climate change levy agreements
      ‐ workforce (skills)
      ‐ raw materials
      ‐ manufactured systems and component/modular systems
      ‐ energy use/demand minimisation
      ‐ water demand/supply/use minimisation
      ‐ brownfield development
      ‐ land use
      ‐ resource efficient low carbon urban design
      ‐ market demands and social factors
      • Environmental and ecological factors:
      ‐ natural resources
      ‐ emissions (air, land, water)
      ‐ waste and recycling
      ‐ effluent
      ‐ access to environmentally sensitive areas
      ‐ effects of climate change
      ‐ land use contamination
      ‐ carbon use minimisation
      ‐ water use
      ‐ biodiversity
      ‐ renewable energy technology
      ‐ protect archaeological and historically valuable resources
      ‐ transport impact minimisation
      • Social views:
      ‐ client
      ‐ funders/investors
      ‐ workforce
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ users
      ‐ community (including public and private space)
      • Asset value and sustainability:
      ‐ provide capital growth
      ‐ location in relation to a stable economy and community
      ‐ saleable revenue
      ‐ minimising running costs (environmental and economic)
      ‐ minimising maintenance
      ‐ location in relation to flooding/ground conditions
      ‐ energy use/demand minimisation
      ‐ district heating
      3. Identify and evaluate sustainable resources
      • Information sources:
      ‐ desk research of published literature
      ‐ commissioned research
      ‐ consultation with appropriate authorities
      ‐ consultation with colleagues
      • Factors:
      ‐ Nature
      ‐ location
      ‐ continued availability
      ‐ energy use/demand/storage capacity
      ‐ climate change impact
      ‐ carbon use
      ‐ waste
      ‐ water use
      ‐ biodiversity
      • Utilisation:
      ‐ historic use
      ‐ current use
      ‐ anticipated future use
      • Resources:
      ‐ alternative power generation schemes and implications on design and master planning
      ‐ solar, wind, biomass, CHP, photovoltaic, ground source heat pump, air source heat pump, hydrogen; fuel cell)
      ‐ hydro, wave and tidal power
      • Environmental implications:
      ‐ social
      ‐ cultural
      ‐ technical
      ‐ economic (including funding/tax incentives)
      ‐ visual
      ‐ political
      ‐ legal
      • Present:
      ‐ oral
      ‐ written
      ‐ graphically
      ‐ electronically
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ immediate superiors and managers
      ‐ elected representatives
      ‐ public servants
      ‐ shareholders
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    2. Control budgets and contract entitlement in construction management
      COSCSMO16 This standard is about identifying responsibilities for the control of budgets and expenditure, and providing the necessary guidance and training in the agreed procedures and format.
      duty
      1. Allocate budgets 1 identify responsibilities for budgetary control and allocations under the budget headings of financial plans 2 identify an appropriate method of maintaining overall control of the budget, produce guidance documents and circulate the information to those responsible 3 identify appropriate methods for presenting financial information to responsible personnel 4 issue allocations under budget headings and cash flow calculations and report requirements to those with financial responsibilities 5 authorise expenditure and changes to budgets and issue the information to those responsible 6 identify and agree appropriate methods and timescales for reporting contingencies and variances 7 resolve queries and discrepancies over allocated budgets
      2. Prepare and agree entitlement for reimbursement for loss and expense 8 assess the basis of entitlement and criteria for recovery against the contract and relevant expert opinion, and progress and structure valid entitlement which can be substantiated 9 calculate entitlement accurately from relevant and verified information sources 10 identify the liability for the cost and inform the parties involved in the contract 11 analyse the opposing grounds for the entitlement, structure the entitlement clearly and present them 12 conduct negotiations with the parties involved in the contract in a professional manner 13 negotiate, agree and finalise amendments to the entitlement with the parties involved in the contract 14 record and store documents, back-up information and calculations so that they can be easily accessed for reference and auditing purposes
      knowledge
      1. Allocate budgets 1 what to identify as responsibilities for budgetary control and allocations under the budget headings of financial plans (understanding) 2 what to identify as an appropriate method of maintaining overall control of the budget (understanding) 3 how to produce guidance documents on the method for maintaining budget control (application) 4 how to circulate the information and guidance documents to those responsible for maintaining overall control of the budget (application) 5 what to identify as appropriate methods for presenting financial information to responsible personnel (understanding) 6 how to issue allocations under budget headings and cash flow calculations (application) 7 how to report requirements to those with financial responsibilities (application) 8 how and why to authorise expenditure and changes to budgets (evaluation) 9 how to issue information on changes to budgets to those responsible (application) 10 what to identify as appropriate methods and timescales for reporting contingencies and variances (understanding) 11 how and why to agree appropriate methods and timescales for reporting contingencies and variances (evaluation) 12 how and why to resolve queries and discrepancies over allocated budgets (synthesis)
      2. Prepare and agree entitlement for reimbursement for loss and expense 13 how and why to assess the basis of entitlement and criteria for recovery against the contract and relevant expert opinion (analysis) 14 how to progress valid entitlement which can be substantiated (application) 15 how to structure valid entitlement which can be substantiated (application) 16 how to calculate entitlement accurately from relevant and verified information sources (application) 17 what to identify as the liability for the cost (understanding) 18 how to inform the parties involved in the contract about the liability for the cost (application) 19 how and why to analyse the opposing grounds for the entitlement (analysis) 20 how and why to structure the entitlement clearly (synthesis) 21 how to present the opposing grounds for the entitlement (application) 22 how to conduct negotiations with the parties involved in the contract in a professional manner (application) 23 how and why to negotiate amendments to the entitlement with the parties involved in the contract (synthesis) 24 how and why to agree amendments to the entitlement with the parties involved in the contract (evaluation) 25 how and why to finalise amendments to the entitlement with the parties involved in the contract (evaluation) 26 how to record documents, back-up information and calculations so that they can be easily accessed for reference and auditing purposes (application) 27 how to store documents, back-up information and calculations so that they can be easily accessed for reference and auditing purposes (application)
      context
      1. Allocate budgets
      • Budget headings:
      ‐ income
      ‐ employment costs
      ‐ capital plant and equipment
      ‐ materials
      ‐ liabilities
      ‐ subcontract costs
      ‐ consumables
      • Financial plans:
      ‐ forecasts
      ‐ budgets
      ‐ cash flow
      • Cash flow calculations:
      ‐ income receivable
      ‐ expenditure
      • Contingencies:
      ‐ delays in receivables
      ‐ project and contract delays
      ‐ interruptions
      ‐ risk
      • Variances:
      ‐ overspend
      ‐ underspend
      2. Prepare and agree entitlement for reimbursement for loss and expense
      • Entitlement - resulting from:
      ‐ measurement
      ‐ valuation of variations
      ‐ liability for costs
      ‐ loss and expense arising from breaches of contract
      ‐ extensions of time
      ‐ damages arising from extra-contractual consideration
      • Expert opinion:
      ‐ legal
      ‐ technical
      ‐ financial
      • Information sources:
      ‐ contract provisions
      ‐ contract claims for payment
      ‐ dimensions and approximations from latest revisions of contract drawings
      ‐ records of executed work
      ‐ inspections of work in progress
      ‐ contract documents
      ‐ day work
      ‐ agreed contract quantities
      ‐ agreed contract rates of payment
      ‐ agreed methods of calculation
      ‐ variations issued
      ‐ contract records
      ‐ site records including photographs
      ‐ company accounts
      • Costs:
      ‐ re-work
      ‐ additional work
      ‐ programme implications
      ‐ increased complexity
      ‐ logistical implications
      • Analyse:
      ‐ claimant's analysis
      ‐ respondent's analysis
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    3. Control project progress against agreed programmes
      COSVR737 This standard is about controlling progress processes and procedures, making improvements as a result of monitoring and feedback from others in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. implement and monitor at least four of the following systems to record the progress of the project against the agreed programme(s)
      • visual inspection(s)
      • resource records
      • site inspection reports
      • contractor’s report
      • written, graphical and electronic records of the actual work against the programmed work
      • site meetings
      • organisational procedures
      • management reports
      • benchmarks
      • comparison with project requirements
      2. collect and record progress information regularly and summarise it for stakeholders
      3. identify and record inadequate or inappropriate resources, recommend alternative resources and pass the information to stakeholders
      4. identify, quantify and record any identified or predicted deviations from planned progress which have or may occur
      5. identify and record the circumstances of any deviations and identify corrective actions
      6. recommend options to stakeholders that allow the programme to be maintained
      7. inform stakeholders about changes to the operational programme
      8. suggest, implement and record the decisions and actions that need to be taken to maintain progress
      9. identify and record improvements to the programme from feedback received and inform stakeholders
      knowledge
      1. Develop, monitor and implement systems
      • how to develop, monitor and implement the following systems and record the progress of the project against agreed programme(s)
      ‐ visual inspection
      ‐ resources records
      ‐ site inspection reports
      ‐ contractor’s reports
      ‐ written, graphical and electronic records of actual work against programmed work
      ‐ site meetings
      ‐ organisational procedures
      ‐ management reports
      ‐ benchmarks
      ‐ comparison with project requirements
      • why it is important to develop systems to monitor and record the progress of the project against the following
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ network analysis
      ‐ critical path
      ‐ line balance
      ‐ action lists
      ‐ resource schedules
      ‐ project expenditure forecasts
      2. Collect information
      • how to collect progress information
      • how to accurately summarise progress information for stakeholders
      3. Identify inadequate or inappropriate resources
      • how to identify inadequate and inappropriate resources
      • how to inform stakeholders about inadequate and inappropriate resources
      • how to recommend alternative resources to stakeholders
      4. Identify and quantify deviations
      • how to identify the causes of deviations from planned progress which have occurred, and which may occur
      • how to identify and quantify deviations from the planned progress which may disrupt the programme
      • why it is important to identify and quantify deviations from planned progress
      5. Investigate deviations
      • how to investigate the circumstances of deviations from planned progress
      • how to agree corrective action for deviations from planned progress with stakeholders
      • how to implement agreed corrective action for deviations to
      ‐ maintain progress in accordance with agreed programme
      ‐ agree a revised programme
      ‐ secure additional resources
      ‐ alter planned work schedules
      • why it is important to agree corrective action(s)
      6. Recommend options
      • how to recommend options to stakeholders that will minimise delays to the programme
      • how to recommend options that will help the project progress
      • why it is important to make recommendations that will minimise increases in cost and time and help the project progress
      7. Inform stakeholders
      • how and when to inform stakeholders about changes to operational programme(s) and demands on resources
      • why it is important to keep stakeholders informed about changes to operational programme(s) and demands on resources
      8. Maintain progress
      • how to recommend decisions and actions that need to be taken to maintain progress
      • why it is important to make recommendations to maintain progress
      9. Identify improvements from feedback
      • how to identify improvements in progress from feedback received
      • how to recommend improvements in progress to stakeholders
      • why it is important to recommend improvements in progress to stakeholders
      suite
      Construction Site Management
    4. Control project progress against agreed quality standards
      COSVR735 This standard is about implementing specified operational quality assurance, implementing control processes and procedures and making improvements as a result of monitoring and collecting feedback from others in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. identify and interpret quality standards from available information and ensure their implementation before work commences
      2. specify roles and responsibilities and allocate these to individuals to maintain quality standards, and contribute towards a site quality plan or procedure
      3. establish systems to inspect and control the quality of the work and record the systems adopted
      4. regularly check that inspections are carried out to ensure that work conforms to the specified quality standards
      5. identify and record any work which fails to meet the requirements and specified quality standards, implement corrective action and ensure records are kept
      6. inform stakeholders about variations in quality standards, record and recommend solutions and actions for the following
      • effects of quality on the programme
      • effects of quality on safety
      • effects of quality on finished product
      7. identify conflicts between quality standards and refer them to stakeholders for resolution
      8. identify improvements from analysing feedback received and record and recommend them to stakeholders
      knowledge
      1. Identify and interpret quality standards
      • how to identify and interpret quality standards, including but not limited to the following
      ‐ current legislation
      ‐ project specifications
      ‐ British Standards
      ‐ International Standards
      ‐ codes of practice
      ‐ organisation standards
      ‐ trade advisory guidance and best practice
      ‐ benchmarking
      • how to ensure the project’s quality standards are issued to the workforce before starting work on a contract
      2. Specify responsibilities
      • how to allocate and specify the roles and responsibilities to maintain quality standards
      • why it is important to specify and allocate the roles and responsibilities to maintain quality standards
      • how to contribute to a site quality plan or procedure in accordance with the project’s quality standards
      3. Establish quality control systems
      • how to establish the following systems for inspecting, controlling and recording the quality of work relating to methods of construction, materials, components and their use
      ‐ visual inspection
      ‐ comparison with design requirements
      ‐ comparison with standard documentation
      ‐ checking manufacturer’s documentation
      ‐ checking delivery notes
      ‐ sampling and mock ups
      ‐ testing
      ‐ site inspection reports
      ‐ contractor reports
      ‐ site meetings
      • why it is important to establish systems for inspecting, controlling and recording the quality of work relating to methods of construction and materials, components and their use
      4. Check standards of work
      • how to check that work relating to methods of construction and materials, components and their use conforms to design requirements and the specified project quality standards
      5. Identify non-conformance
      • how to identify and record work relating to methods of construction, materials, components and their use that fail to meet the requirements and specified project quality standards
      • how to inform stakeholders following the organisational non conformance procedures regarding methods of construction, materials, components and their use that fail to meet the requirements and specified project quality standards
      • why it is important to identify, record and report work relating to methods of construction, materials, components and their use, that fail to meet the requirements and specified project quality standards
      • how to implement corrective action where work relating to methods of construction, materials, components and their use fails to meet the requirements and specified project quality standards
      • why it is important to implement corrective actions in cases of non-conformance
      6. Inform of variations
      • how to inform stakeholders about variations in project quality standards, safety implications and the finish to the product that may affect the programme
      • how to recommend solutions to stakeholders on the actions required to correct variations
      • how to recommend improvements to stakeholders
      • why it is important to recommend solutions and improvements
      7. Conflicts
      • how to identify conflicts between the project’s quality standards
      • how to refer conflicting quality standards to stakeholders for resolution
      • why it is important to identify and report conflicting quality standards
      8. Identify improvements from feedback
      • how to identify improvements in project quality standards from feedback
      • how to recommend improvements to decision-makers
      • why it is important to identify and recommend improvements to the project quality standards
      • how to agree and record amendments to the project quality standards with stakeholders
      suite
      1. Construction Site Management
      2. Senior Crafts (Construction)
    5. Control project quantities and costs
      COSVR738 This standard is about implementing quantity and cost control systems, identifying variances in quantities and costs and recommending cost efficiencies in the execution of projects in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. implement and monitor one of the following quantities and cost control systems which can provide early warning of problems
      • operational procedures and meetings
      • electronic records
      2. ensure that quantity and cost data is collected, recorded and passed on to the stakeholders in relation to at least four of the following
      • people
      • plant, equipment or machinery
      • materials and components
      • sub-contractors
      • information
      • work area and facilities
      • waste management
      • site overheads
      • records of valuations of work completed
      3. ensure that work values, quantities and cost data are prepared and recorded
      4. ensure that prepared data is presented in a format which will help the people responsible to make decisions
      5. ensure that variations and trends in quantities and cost data are identified, specified, quantified, costed and recorded
      6. ensure that any variations are investigated, agreed and recorded to allow at least one of the following actions to be implemented
      • alter progress in accordance with agreed programme
      • agree new completion dates
      • initiate contract claim
      • secure alternative resources
      • alter planned work schedules
      • alter method of work
      7. identify and record at least four of the following opportunities for cost efficiency and recommend them to stakeholders
      • waste reduction
      • resource management and logistics
      • applications of new technologies and materials
      • energy and utility management
      • recyclable and recoverable materials
      • alternative sources and types of materials
      • variations in quality
      • standardisation
      • revenue generation
      • method of work
      knowledge
      1. Implement systems
      • how to implement and monitor project quantities and cost control systems which will provide early warnings of problems
      2. Collect quantity and cost data
      • how to ensure that the following quantities and cost data is collected and recorded for the project against the following resources used
      3. Quantities and cost data
      • materials
      ‐ plant
      ‐ people
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ day works
      ‐ variations
      ‐ retention sums
      ‐ forecasts of expenditures
      ‐ performance information
      ‐ project programme and progress
      4. Resources
      • people
      ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
      ‐ materials and components
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ Information
      ‐ work area and facilities
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ site overheads
      ‐ records of valuations of work completed
      • how to ensure data is passed on to the stakeholders in time for them to use it
      5. Prepare data
      • how to ensure the correct work values and following quantities and cost data are prepared
      ‐ materials
      ‐ plant
      ‐ people
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ day works
      ‐ variations
      ‐ retention sums
      ‐ forecasts of expenditures
      ‐ performance information
      ‐ project programme and progress
      6. Present data
      • how to ensure that the following quantities and cost data are presented in a format which will help the people responsible to make decisions
      ‐ materials
      ‐ plant
      ‐ people
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ day works
      ‐ variations
      ‐ retention sums
      ‐ forecasts of expenditures
      ‐ performance information
      ‐ project programme and progress
      7. Identify variations and trends
      • how to ensure variations and trends in the following quantities and cost data are identified, specified, quantified and calculated
      ‐ materials
      ‐ plant
      ‐ people
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ day works
      ‐ variations
      ‐ retention sums
      ‐ forecasts of expenditures
      ‐ performance information
      ‐ project programme and progress
      • why it is important to quantify the cost trends in quantities and cost data
      8. Investigate variations and implement corrective action
      • how to ensure variations in cost data are investigated
      • why it is important to investigate variations in cost data
      • how to agree and implement the following corrective actions with stakeholders which will add costs and expenditure to budget
      ‐ alter progress in accordance with agreed programme
      ‐ agree new completion dates
      ‐ secure alternative resources
      ‐ alter planned work schedules
      ‐ alter method of work
      • why it is important to agree and implement corrective action with stakeholders in order to maintain costs and expenditure to budget
      • how to initiate a contract claim
      9. Identify cost efficiencies
      • how to identify the following opportunities for cost efficiencies
      ‐ waste reduction
      ‐ resource management and logistics
      ‐ applications of new technologies and materials
      ‐ energy and utility management
      ‐ recyclable and recoverable materials
      ‐ alternative sources and types of materials
      ‐ variations in quality
      ‐ standardisation
      ‐ revenue generation
      ‐ method of work
      • how to develop and recommend to stakeholders the systems and processes that will assist in the identification of opportunities for cost efficiencies
      • why it is important to develop and recommend to stakeholders the systems and processes to identify opportunities for cost efficiencies
      • how to recommend opportunities for cost efficiencies to stakeholders
      suite
      1. Construction Site Management
      2. Senior Crafts (Construction)
    6. Control projects in construction management
      COSCSMO15 This standard is about controlling projects. You will identify qualitystandards and pass them to the project team. You will set up systems for recording the quality of work against these standards, and require anyunacceptable quality standards to be corrected. You will provideevidence of how the project team are kept informed on quality issues and identify how improvements are implemented.
      duty
      1. Control projects against quality standards 1 identify and interpret quality standards from available information and pass them to the project team for their implementation, before they start work 2 set up systems for inspecting, controlling and recording the quality of work against specified quality standards 3 require the non-compliance of quality standards to be addressed and notify the project team if this is not done within a reasonable time 4 inform the project team regularly about significant variations in complying with quality standards, programme and safety and suggest the decisions which they need to make and actions they need to take 5 identify improvements from feedback received and recommend them to the project team 6 agree and record amendments to the contract quality requirements and specifications
      2. Ensure project compliance with legal and contractual requirements 7 identify and interpret legal, contractual and industry standards requirements from available information and clarify them where there is uncertainty 8 ensure that required legal, contractual and industry standards requirements consents are obtained 9 brief the project team about their legal, contractual and industry standards requirements responsibilities to those responsible for implementing them before they start work on the contract 10 develop and implement monitoring systems, collect information regularly and summarise it 11 identify situations which do not comply with legal, contractual and industry standards requirements, investigate the circumstances thoroughly and take responsibility for corrective action 12 identify any changes in legal, contractual and industry standards requirements which may have an impact on the project, summarise the important details and pass this on to the project team 13 complete statutory submissions accurately and on time
      3. Control project progress against agreed programme 14 develop and implement systems to monitor and record information on the progress of the project against the agreed programme 15 collect and analyse information regularly and summarise it 16 identify inadequately and inappropriately specified resources, inform project team and specify and obtain alternative resources 17 ensure that any progress deviations are identified and quantified 18 investigate the circumstances of any deviations thoroughly and agree and implement corrective action 19 recommend options which are most likely to minimise increases in time and help the project progress, and pass these on to the project team 20 regularly inform the project team and stakeholders about progress, changes to the programme, resource needs, and suggest the decisions and actions that need to be taken 21 identify improvements from feedback received and recommend them to project team and stakeholders
      4. Control project value and cost 22 ensure that appropriate project cost control systems are developed and implemented which are able to provide early warning of problems 23 ensure that value and cost data is collected regularly, recorded correctly and passed on to the people who need it in time for them to be able to use it 24 ensure that the correct work value and cost data are calculated from measurement of work quantity and payment rates 25 ensure that accurate value and cost data is prepared and presented in a format which will help people to make decisions 26 ensure that variations and trends in value and cost data are identified and quantify and cost them 27 ensure that any variations are investigated thoroughly and appropriate corrective action or amendment is agreed and implemented with the project team which will restore costs and expenditure to budget 28 ensure that systems and processes are developed and implemented for identifying opportunities for cost savings and recommend them to the project team 29 ensure that realistic opportunities for cost savings are identified and costed correctly and recommend them to the project team
      knowledge
      1. Control projects against quality standards 1 what to identify as quality standards from available information (understanding) 2 how and why to interpret quality standards from available information (analysis) 3 how to pass quality standards to the project team for implementation before they start work (application) 4 how and why to set up systems for inspecting, controlling and recording the quality of work against specified quality standards (synthesis) 5 how and why to require the non-compliance of quality standards to be addressed (synthesis) 6 how to notify the project team if the non-compliance of quality standards is not addressed within a reasonable time (application) 7 how to inform the project team regularly about significant variations in complying with quality standards, programme and safety (application) 8 how and why to suggest the decisions which they need to make and actions they need to take (synthesis) 9 what to identify as improvements from feedback received (understanding) 10 how and why to recommend improvements from feedback received to the project team (synthesis) 11 how and why to agree amendments to the contract quality requirements and specifications (evaluation) 12 how to record amendments to the contract quality requirements and specifications (application)
      2. Ensure project compliance with legal and contractual requirements 13 what to identify as legal, contractual and industry standards requirements from available information (understanding) 14 how and why to interpret legal, contractual and industry standards requirements from available information (analysis) 15 how to clarify legal, contractual and industry standards requirements where there is uncertainty (application) 16 how to ensure that required legal, contractual and industry standards requirements consents are obtained (application) 17 how to brief the project team about their legal, contractual and industry standards requirements responsibilities to those responsible for implementing them before they start work on the contract (application) 18 how and why to develop monitoring systems (synthesis) 19 how to implement monitoring systems (application) 20 how to collect information regularly from monitoring systems (application) 21 how to summarise information collected from monitoring systems (application) 22 what to identify as situations which do not comply with legal, contractual and industry standards requirements (understanding) 23 how and why to investigate the circumstances of situations which do not comply with legal, contractual and industry standards requirements (analysis) 24 how to take responsibility for corrective action in situations which do not comply with legal, contractual and industry standards requirements (application) 25 what to identify as any changes in legal, contractual and industry standards requirements which may have an impact on the project (understanding) 26 how to summarise the important details of any legal, contractual and industry standards requirements (application) 27 how to pass the important details of any changes in legal, contractual and industry standards requirements on to the project team (application) 28 how to complete statutory submissions accurately and on time (application)
      3. Control project progress against agreed programme 29 how and why to develop systems to monitor and record information on the progress of the project against the agreed programme (synthesis) 30 how to implement systems to monitor and record information on the progress of the project against the agreed programme (application) 31 how to collect information regularly (application) 32 how and why to analyse information regularly (analysis) 33 how to summarise information regularly (application) 34 what to identify as inadequately and inappropriately specified resources (understanding) 35 how to inform project team about inadequately and inappropriately specified resources (application) 36 how and why to specify alternative resources (evaluation) 37 how to obtain alternative resources (application) 38 how to ensure that any progress deviations are identified and quantified (application) 39 how and why to investigate the circumstances of any deviations thoroughly (analysis) 40 how and why to agree corrective action (evaluation) 41 how to implement corrective action (application) 42 how and why to recommend options which are most likely to minimise increases in time and help the project progress (synthesis) 43 how to pass your recommended options on to the project team (application) 44 how to inform the project team and stakeholders regularly about progress, changes to the programme, resource needs (application) 45 how to suggest the decisions and actions that need to be taken to the project team and stakeholders (synthesis) 46 what to identify as improvements from feedback received (understanding) 47 how and why to recommend improvements from feedback received to project team and stakeholders (synthesis)
      4. Control project value and costs 48 how to ensure that appropriate project cost control systems are developed and implemented which are able to provide early warning of problems (application) 49 how to ensure that value and cost data is collected regularly, recorded correctly and passed on to the people who need it in time for them to be able to use it (application) 50 how to ensure that the correct work value and cost data is calculated from measurement of work quantity and payment rates (application) 51 how to ensure that accurate value and cost data is prepared and presented in a format which will help people to make decisions (application) 52 how to ensure that variations and trends in value and cost data are identified (application) 53 how and why to quantify variations and trends in value and cost data (analysis) 54 how and why to cost any variations and trends in value and cost data (analysis) 55 how to ensure that any variations are investigated thoroughly and appropriate corrective action or amendment is agreed and implemented with the project team which will restore costs and expenditure to budget (application) 56 how to ensure that systems and processes are developed and implemented for identifying opportunities for cost savings(application) 57 how and why to recommend systems and processes for identifying opportunities for cost savings to the project team (synthesis) 58 how to ensure that realistic opportunities for cost savings are identified and costed correctly (application) 59 how and why to recommend realistic opportunities for cost savings to the project team (synthesis)
      context
      1. Control projects against quality standards
      • Quality standards:
      ‐ statutory requirements
      ‐ project specifications
      ‐ British Standards
      ‐ International Standards
      ‐ codes of practice
      ‐ organisation standards
      ‐ trade advisory guidance and best practice
      ‐ setting out information
      ‐ benchmarks
      ‐ dimensional control checks
      ‐ certification and accreditation of products, systems and personnel
      • Project team:
      ‐ client
      ‐ workforce
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ partners in the programme
      • Systems:
      ‐ inspection and test plans
      ‐ implementing corrective action
      ‐ records
      ‐ comparison with standard documentation
      ‐ comparison with manufacturer's documentation
      ‐ meetings
      ‐ contractors' reports
      ‐ site inspection reports
      ‐ dimension checks
      ‐ supply chain management
      ‐ audits
      2. Ensure project compliance with legal and contractual requirements
      • Legal, contractual and industry standards requirements and responsibilities for:
      ‐ planning approvals and conditions
      ‐ building regulations
      ‐ environmental health
      ‐ health, safety and welfare
      ‐ environment (e.g. noise, dust, transport, emissions, waste management)
      ‐ compliance for new products & technologies
      ‐ certificates & accreditation on products, systems and personnel
      ‐ fire
      ‐ utilities
      ‐ highways
      ‐ heritage and conservation
      ‐ ecology
      ‐ development licenses and building permits
      ‐ employment practice
      ‐ community benefits
      ‐ bylaws
      ‐ non-statutory guidelines
      ‐ energy
      ‐ insurance
      ‐ warranties
      ‐ project activities
      ‐ security
      • Project team:
      ‐ client
      ‐ workforce
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ partners in the programme
      • Monitoring systems:
      ‐ inspection and test plans
      ‐ implementing corrective action
      ‐ records
      ‐ audits
      ‐ comparison with design requirements
      ‐ comparison with standard documentation
      ‐ checking manufacturers' documentation
      ‐ checking delivery notes
      ‐ sampling
      ‐ testing
      ‐ site inspection reports
      ‐ contractors' reports
      ‐ meetings
      ‐ dimension checks
      ‐ supply chain management
      • Corrective action:
      ‐ instigate contingency action
      ‐ restore compliance
      ‐ agree waiver
      3. Control project progress against agreed programme
      • Information:
      ‐ inspection and testing
      ‐ resource records
      ‐ site inspection reports
      ‐ contractors' reports
      ‐ certified payments
      ‐ written, graphical and electronic records of actual work against programmed work
      ‐ photographs
      ‐ meetings
      ‐ organisational procedures
      ‐ management reports
      ‐ benchmarks
      ‐ comparison with project requirements
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ schedule of deliverables
      ‐ supply chain management
      • Programmes:
      ‐ digital timeline model
      ‐ bar charts
      ‐ flow charts
      ‐ network analysis
      ‐ critical path
      ‐ line of balance
      ‐ time chainage
      ‐ action lists
      ‐ method statements
      ‐ check costs
      ‐ control systems
      ‐ as built programme
      ‐ project expenditure forecasts
      • Resources:
      ‐ people
      ‐ plant and equipment
      ‐ materials and components
      ‐ finance
      ‐ time
      ‐ specialist services
      ‐ public utility services
      ‐ Information
      • Project team:
      ‐ client
      ‐ workforce
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ partners in the programme
      ‐ facilities/asset manager
      • Deviations:
      ‐ resource shortages
      ‐ design problems and constraints
      ‐ industrial disputes
      ‐ lack of essential construction information
      ‐ construction errors and rework
      ‐ weather conditions
      ‐ physical constraints
      ‐ legal
      ‐ environmental
      ‐ poor scope definition
      ‐ contract variation
      ‐ force majeure
      • Quantify:
      ‐ method study
      ‐ work study
      ‐ production analysis
      ‐ cost implication
      • Corrective action:
      ‐ restore progress in accordance with agreed programme
      ‐ agree new completion dates
      ‐ secure additional resources
      ‐ alter planned work
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ the client
      ‐ prospective occupiers/owners
      ‐ prospective users
      ‐ regulatory authorities
      ‐ government agencies
      ‐ public interest organisations
      ‐ public utilities
      4. Control project value and costs
      • Project cost control systems:
      ‐ contractual procedures and meetings
      ‐ operational procedures and meetings
      ‐ open book accounting
      ‐ electronic recording
      • Value and cost data:
      ‐ materials and quantities
      ‐ plant and equipment
      ‐ people
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ dayworks
      ‐ periodic valuations
      ‐ final accounts
      ‐ retention sums
      ‐ forecasts of expenditure
      ‐ performance information
      ‐ indirect costs
      ‐ variations
      ‐ contract programme and progress
      • Corrective action:
      ‐ contract programme and progress
      ‐ control expenditure to conform with budgets
      ‐ agree additional costs
      ‐ make a contract claim
      ‐ mitigation strategy
      • Project team:
      ‐ client
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ partners in the programme
      • Opportunities for cost saving:
      ‐ increase productivity
      ‐ waste reduction and management
      ‐ modify project management systems
      ‐ resource management and logistics
      ‐ applications of new technologies and materials
      ‐ energy management
      ‐ water
      ‐ recycling/materials
      ‐ alternative sources and types of materials
      ‐ reduce plant and labour resource
      ‐ variations in quality
      ‐ standardisation
      ‐ value engineering
      ‐ apply lean construction principles
      ‐ design out waste
      ‐ lean manufacturing principles
      ‐ offsite construction
      suite
      Construction Senior Management
    7. Develop self and others in construction management
      COSCSMO04 This standard is about promoting personal development and providing opportunities for others to learn from your experiences.
      duty
      1. Manage your own resources and undertake continuing personal development in the occupational practice area 1 develop and maintain personal networks of contacts, which are appropriate to meet your current and future needs for information and resources 2 check, on a regular basis, how you are using your time at work and identify possible improvements 3 ensure that your performance consistently meets or goes beyond agreed requirements 4 get regular and useful feedback on your performance from those who are in a good position to judge it and provide you with objective and valid feedback 5 discuss and agree, with those you report to, any changes to your personal work objectives and development plan in the light of performance, feedback received, any development activities undertaken and any wider changes 6 define the personal aims and objectives for undertaking personal development 7 identify and contact sources of support and guidance for undertaking personal development 8 identify and select relevant standards of competence against which personal development can be measured 9 analyse the current personal level of performance against the identified standards of competence and record a profile of present competence and personal development needs 10 prepare a development plan for achieving identified development needs 11 undertake development activities aimed at achieving identified development needs, review and record progress and the effectiveness of the activities 12 measure the achievement of identified development needs and record evidence of competence gained against the identified standards of competence 13 review the cycle of personal development aims and objectives and revise and update aims and objectives to suit changing circumstances
      2. Enable people and yourself to learn and benefit from practice experience 14 identify, through discussion with people, areas where they need help to achieve their agreed competence levels and use the information to produce an agreed personal development plan 15 identify and offer adequate and appropriate opportunities and resources for people to learn 16 select and summarise relevant and up to date information about knowledge and practice in a format which is suitable for distribution and for developing learning materials 17 acknowledge appropriate opportunities to learn from other people 18 advise and coach people so that they can identify their current level of competence, their learning needs and targets 19 select and use appropriate learning techniques and methods which are suitable for the topic and the needs of the individual 20 present information to people using a pace, style and form which is appropriate to their needs 21 encourage people to ask questions, seek clarification and advice when they need help and during learning activities 22 review peoples' progress towards agreed objectives and give realistic and positive feedback on achievements
      knowledge
      1. Manage your own resources and undertake continuing personal development in the occupational practice area 1 how and why to develop personal networks of contacts, which are appropriate to meet your current and future needs for information and resources (synthesis) 2 how to maintain personal networks of contacts, which are appropriate to meet your current and future needs for information and resources (application) 3 how to check, on a regular basis, how you are using your time at work (application) 4 what to identify as possible improvements to how you utilise your time at work (understanding) 5 how to ensure that your performance consistently meets or goes beyond agreed requirements (application) 6 how to get regular and useful feedback on your performance from those who are in a good position to judge it and provide you with objective and valid feedback (application) 7 how and why to discuss with those you report to, any changes to your personal work objectives and development plan in the light of performance, feedback received, any development activities undertaken and any wider changes (synthesis) 8 how and why to agree with those you report to, any changes to your personal work objectives and development plan in the light of performance, feedback received, any development activities undertaken and any wider changes (evaluation) 9 how and why to define the personal aims and objectives for undertaking personal development (evaluation) 10 what to identify as sources of support and guidance for undertaking personal development (understanding) 11 how to contact sources of support and guidance for undertaking personal development (application) 12 what to identify as relevant standards of competence against which personal development can be measured (understanding) 13 how and why to select relevant standards of competence against which personal development can be measured (evaluation) 14 how and why to analyse the current personal level of performance against the identified standards of competence (analysis) 15 how to record a profile of present competence and personal development needs (application) 16 how and why to prepare a development plan for achieving identified development needs (synthesis) 17 how to undertake development activities aimed at achieving identified development needs (application) 18 how and why to review progress and the effectiveness of the development activities (analysis) 19 how to record progress and the effectiveness of the development activities (application) 20 how to measure the achievement of identified development needs (application) 21 how to record evidence of competence gained against the identified standards of competence (application) 22 how and why to review the cycle of personal development aims and objectives (analysis) 23 how to revise aims and objectives to suit changing circumstances (application) 24 how to update aims and objectives to suit changing circumstances (application)
      2. Enable people and yourself to learn and benefit from practice experience 25 what to identify as areas where people need help to achieve their agreed competence levels (understanding) 26 how to use the information from discussions to produce an agreed personal development plan (application) 27 what to identify as adequate and appropriate opportunities and resources for people to learn (understanding) 28 how to offer adequate and appropriate opportunities and resources for people to learn (application) 29 how and why to select relevant and up to date information about knowledge and practice in a format which is suitable for distribution and for developing learning materials (evaluation) 30 how to summarise relevant and up to date information about knowledge and practice in a format which is suitable for distribution and for developing learning materials (application) 31 how to acknowledge appropriate opportunities to learn from other people (application) 32 how and why to advise and coach people so that they can identify their current level of competence, their learning needs and targets (synthesis) 33 how and why to select appropriate learning techniques and methods which are suitable for the topic and the needs of the individual (evaluation) 34 how to use appropriate learning techniques and methods which are suitable for the topic and the needs of the individual (application) 35 how to present information to people using a pace, style and form which is appropriate to their needs (application) 36 how to encourage people to ask questions, seek clarification and advice when they need help and during learning activities (application) 37 how and why to review peoples' progress towards agreed objectives and give realistic and positive feedback on achievements (analysis)
      context
      1. Manage your own resources and undertake continuing personal development in the occupational practice area
      • Development plan includes:
      ‐ priorities
      ‐ target dates
      ‐ development activities
      • Development activities:
      ‐ formal courses
      ‐ research
      ‐ work experience
      ‐ personal study
      ‐ work shadowing/secondment
      ‐ mentoring including professional discussions
      ‐ developing personal networks
      ‐ publications
      • Aims and objectives:
      ‐ preparation for career development
      ‐ intellectual challenge
      ‐ need to provide evidence of vocational competence
      ‐ compliance with employer and professional requirements
      ‐ awareness of development needs
      ‐ developing personal networks
      • Personal development:
      ‐ development of new competence
      ‐ maintenance of existing competence
      ‐ improvements of existing competence
      ‐ commitment to vocational excellence
      • Sources of support and guidance:
      ‐ national/industry bodies
      ‐ Professional Institutions
      ‐ education and training providers
      ‐ in house
      ‐ national occupational standards
      ‐ current publications
      ‐ benchmarks
      ‐ mentoring
      • Standards of competence:
      ‐ job descriptions and personal specification
      ‐ professional institution requirements
      ‐ national occupational standards
      2. Enable people and yourself to learn and benefit from practice experience
      • People:
      ‐ colleagues
      ‐ junior colleagues
      ‐ trainees and students
      ‐ potential entrants to the industry
      • Opportunities and resources:
      ‐ paid time
      ‐ personal time
      ‐ office
      ‐ site
      ‐ collaboration with others
      • Knowledge and practice:
      ‐ lessons from own experience
      ‐ lessons from others experience
      ‐ published sources
      • Learning techniques and methods:
      ‐ attending training and educational programmes
      ‐ coaching
      ‐ mentoring
      ‐ instructing
      ‐ agreeing work based learning opportunities
      ‐ performance appraisal
      ‐ work shadowing/secondments
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    8. Direct the management of design development and processes in construction management
      COSCSMO06 This standard is about managing projects and the team that deliver design solutions to meet the project brief. It recognises the paramount importance of health, safety and welfare requirements and environmental sustainability issues. It is about ensuring that coherence and consistency is maintained between all aspects of the production and installation design solution and concept.
      duty
      1. Identify and assess hazards, and identify risks 1 check that clients are made aware of the relevant health, safety and welfare regulations and legal framework and their obligations in relation to them 2 collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the compliance of designs with relevant health, safety and welfare regulations and legal framework 3 ensure that hazards and their consequences arising from operations and individual activities are identified and prioritised 4 ensure that hazards are assessed to identify the significance of risks on an iterative basis throughout the development process
      2. Make design choices to reduce health and safety risks 5 ensure that identified hazards are eliminated and reduced whilst developing and modifying designs and conflicting demands are taken into account 6 ensure that community measures are given equal priority over project measures when reducing risks 7 take responsibility for ensuring that the risk reduction measures comply with relevant health and safety regulations and guidelines 8 ensure that the information needed by other people involved is recorded in any design documentation so that they can comply with their duties under relevant health and safety regulations 9 promote the implementation of the risk reduction measures with other people involved 10 encourage a responsible culture of health, safety and welfare in design processes and decision making
      3. Manage the design process 11 agree with the stakeholders the purposes which will be served by production and installation design information appropriate to the project stage 12 choose a format for presenting the production and installation design information which meets the requirements of the stakeholders 13 identify which parts of the overall project require production and installation design information 14 ensure that the parts of the project design which interact with each other are identified and suitable ways to maintain coherence and consistency between all aspects of the production and installation design information are agreed 15 ensure that procedures are set up which will maintain coherence and consistency between the production and installation design solutions and the overall development concept 16 ensure that techniques are confirmed which are suitable for investigating, calculating, testing, developing and specifying the production and installation design which are consistent with best practice and conform to relevant codes and standards
      knowledge
      1. Identify and assess hazards, and identify risks 1 how to check that clients are made aware of the relevant health, safety and welfare regulations and legal framework and their obligations in relation to them (application) 2 how to collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the compliance of designs with relevant health, safety and welfare regulations and legal framework (application) 3 how to ensure that hazards and their consequences arising from operations and individual activities are identified and prioritised (application) 4 how to ensure that hazards are assessed to identify the significance of risks on an iterative basis throughout the development process (application)
      2. Make design choices to reduce health and safety risks 5 how to ensure that identified hazards are eliminated and reduced whilst developing and modifying designs and conflicting demands are taken into account (application) 6 how to ensure that community measures are given equal priority over project measures when reducing risks (application) 7 how and why to take responsibility for ensuring that the risk reduction measures comply with relevant health and safety regulations and guidelines (evaluation) 8 how to ensure that information needed by other people involved is recorded in any design documentation so that they can comply with their duties under relevant health and safety regulations (application) 9 how and why to promote the implementation of the risk reduction measures with other people involved (analysis) 10 how to encourage a responsible culture of health, safety and welfare in design processes and decision making (application)
      3. Manage the design process 11 how and why to agree with the stakeholders the purposes which will be served by production and installation design information appropriate to the project stage (evaluation) 12 how and why to choose a format for presenting the production and installation design which meets the requirements of the stakeholders (evaluation) 13 what to identify as parts of the overall project which require production and installation design information (understanding) 14 how to ensure that the parts of the project design which interact with each other are identified and suitable ways to maintain coherency and consistency between all aspects of the production and installation design are agreed (application) 15 how to ensure that procedures are set up which will maintain coherence and consistency between the production and installation design solutions and the overall development concept (application) 16 how to ensure that techniques are confirmed which are suitable for investigating, calculating, testing, developing and specifying the production and installation design information which are consistent with best practice and conform to relevant codes and standards (application)
      context
      1. Identify and assess hazards, and identify risks
      • Clients:
      ‐ customers
      ‐ owners
      ‐ users
      ‐ occupiers
      • Relevant health, safety and welfare regulations and legal framework:
      ‐ current health, safety and welfare regulations
      ‐ Construction and Building Regulations
      ‐ international law, standards and practice
      ‐ contract and procurement
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ CDM co-ordinator (or recognised body under the CDM code of practice)
      ‐ other designers
      ‐ advisors
      ‐ clients
      ‐ construction managers
      ‐ contractors and specialist contractors
      • Hazards:
      ‐ working at height
      ‐ slips, trips and falls (same height)
      ‐ debris
      ‐ falling or moving objects
      ‐ incorrect manual handling
      ‐ health issues
      ‐ power sources
      ‐ hazardous substances
      ‐ trapped by something collapsing or overturning
      ‐ confined spaces
      ‐ fire
      ‐ obstructions
      ‐ moving vehicles
      ‐ water
      ‐ lack of security/breaches
      ‐ sector or context specific
      • Consequences:
      ‐ injuring people
      ‐ causing ill health
      ‐ damaging property
      ‐ adversely affecting the natural and built environment
      ‐ contravening legislative requirements
      ‐ litigation and prosecution
      ‐ causing adverse publicity/perception
      ‐ working conditions and circumstances, buildability
      ‐ alienating workforce/team members
      ‐ economic and business factors (positive or negative)
      ‐ language barriers
      • Operations and individual activities during:
      ‐ site establishment
      ‐ constructing (infrastructure, structure, building fabric, prefabrication, finishes, services and equipment, landscape, temporary works)
      ‐ using and operating plant and machinery
      ‐ cleaning
      ‐ maintaining
      ‐ altering
      ‐ demolition
      ‐ commissioning and decommissioning
      ‐ refurbishing
      ‐ proximity to existing services and obstructions
      • Assess:
      ‐ likelihood of occurrence
      ‐ severity of harm incurred
      • Significance of risks:
      ‐ common
      ‐ generic
      ‐ not obvious to a competent contractor or designer
      ‐ likely to be difficult to manage effectively
      2. Make design choices to reduce health and safety risks
      • Hazards:
      ‐ working at height
      ‐ slips, trips and falls (same height)
      ‐ debris
      ‐ falling or moving objects
      ‐ incorrect manual handling
      ‐ health issues
      ‐ power sources
      ‐ hazardous substances
      ‐ trapped by something collapsing or overturning
      ‐ confined spaces
      ‐ fire
      ‐ obstructions
      ‐ moving vehicles
      ‐ water
      ‐ lack of security/breaches
      ‐ sector or context specific
      • Developing and modifying design:
      ‐ identifying project requirements
      ‐ planning
      ‐ investigation
      ‐ verifying competence and resources
      ‐ analysis
      ‐ identifying interactions
      ‐ calculation
      ‐ testing
      ‐ selecting materials, components and systems
      ‐ assessing costs & benefits (including life cycle)
      ‐ detailing and specifying
      ‐ assessing buildability
      • Measures:
      ‐ control at sources
      ‐ cumulative protection
      ‐ manage residual risks
      • Risks:
      ‐ common
      ‐ generic
      ‐ not obvious to a competent contractor or designer
      ‐ likely to be difficult to manage effectively
      • Relevant health and safety regulations and guidelines:
      ‐ current health, safety and welfare regulations
      ‐ Construction and Building Regulations
      ‐ international law, standards and practice
      ‐ codes of practice
      ‐ industry guides
      • Other people involved:
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ cleaners
      ‐ maintainers
      ‐ owners
      ‐ users
      • Design documentation:
      ‐ drawings
      ‐ specifications
      ‐ models
      ‐ calculations
      ‐ Health and safety plans and files
      3. Manage the design process
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ the client
      ‐ CDM Coordinator (or recognised body under the CDM code of practice)
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ potential contractors
      ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ regulatory authorities
      ‐ facilities/asset maintenance managers
      ‐ users
      ‐ general public
      ‐ site visitors
      • Project Stages:
      ‐ Stage 4 (Design)
      ‐ Stage 5 (Build and Commission)
      • Format:
      ‐ in writing
      ‐ graphically
      ‐ electronically
      • Parts of the overall project design:
      ‐ location and size
      ‐ assembly and construction/installation
      ‐ components and systems
      ‐ specification
      ‐ environmental assessment objectives
      • Maintain coherence and consistency:
      ‐ visual and spatial
      ‐ functional performance
      ‐ technical performance
      ‐ quality
      ‐ requirements of relevant legislation and codes
      ‐ obsolescence/design life
      ‐ cost
      ‐ health and safety
      ‐ environmental factors
      ‐ sustainability
      ‐ buildability/disassembly
      ‐ maintenance/operation and use
      ‐ value management
      ‐ concurrent design and construction
      ‐ minimise emissions and waste
      ‐ energy use (U value calculations, Building Energy Assessment. carbon rating)
      ‐ protect archaeological and historically valuable resources
      ‐ carbon footprint
      ‐ grey water usage
      ‐ risk/confidence in information
      • Techniques:
      ‐ data research
      ‐ comparison with regulations
      ‐ specialist guidance and best practice
      ‐ relevant previous solutions and feedback
      ‐ computer modelling
      ‐ Building Information Modelling
      ‐ calculation
      ‐ lifetime impact modelling
      ‐ maintain risk register
      ‐ performance dynamic modelling
      ‐ comparison of costs of new and renewable energy
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    9. Ensure that contracts are prepared, negotiated and agreed in construction management
      COSCSMO13 This standard is about ensuring that contracts are prepared, negotiated and agreed. You will need to select appropriate forms of contract to suit the project. You will ensure that standard forms of contract are amended to suit the form of procurement. You will ensure that any necessary preliminaries to the form of contract are drafted. You will demonstrate that you have verified that the proposed contract satisfies all party’s interests and that you have negotiated agreements and any amendments with the concerned parties. You will ensure that the contract meets legal requirements to the point of signature
      duty
      1. Ensure that forms of contract are prepared 1 select forms of contract, contract clauses and documents for the form of procurement proposed 2 ensure that standard forms of contract are amended so that the clauses and documents are suitable for the form of procurement proposed 3 ensure that particulars and preliminaries are drafted which accurately describe the needs of all the stakeholders in the form of contract 4 ensure that contract clauses are checked and that appendices and amendments meet statutory requirements 5 ensure that non-standard forms of contract, clauses and documents are drafted, which have legal precedent, where standard or modified standard forms are not suitable 6 obtain legal advice on the implications of drafting non-standard clauses and forms of contract and explain why this is necessary to the stakeholders in the contract 7 obtain necessary checks and approvals for the draft forms of contract
      2. Ensure that the contract is negotiated and agreed 8 ensure that the obligations of the parties to the contract are identified and obtain valid, written proof that they are able to meet the obligations 9 negotiate contracts using a style and manner which maintains good long term relationships with all the stakeholders 10 negotiate and agree optimum contract terms, conditions and amendments 11 record the results of negotiations accurately and pass the information on, promptly and in accordance with legal requirements, to all the stakeholders 12 ensure that accurate copies of the final contract documents are prepared and checked to meet legal requirements and arrange for them to be signed
      knowledge
      1. Ensure that forms of contract are prepared 1 how and why to select forms of contract, contract clauses and documents for the form of procurement proposed (evaluation) 2 how to ensure that standard forms of contract are amended so that the clauses and documents are suitable for the form of procurement proposed (application) 3 how to ensure that particulars and preliminaries are drafted which accurately describe the needs of all the stakeholders in the form of contract (application) 4 how to ensure that contract clauses are checked and that appendices and amendments meet statutory requirements (application) 5 how to ensure that non-standard forms of contract, clauses and documents are drafted, which have legal precedent, where standard or modified standard forms are not suitable (application) 6 how to obtain legal advice on the implications of drafting non-standard clauses and forms of contract (application) 7 how to explain why it is necessary to obtain legal advice on the implications of drafting non-standard clauses and forms of contract the stakeholders in the contract (application) 8 how to obtain necessary checks and approvals for the draft forms of contract (application)
      2. Ensure that the contract is negotiated and agreed 9 how to ensure that the obligations of the parties to the contract are identified (application) 10 how to obtain valid, written proof that the parties to the contract are able to meet the obligations (application) 11 how and why to negotiate contracts using a style and manner which maintains good long term relationships with all the stakeholders (synthesis) 12 how and why to negotiate optimum contract terms, conditions and amendments (synthesis) 13 how and why to agree optimum contract terms, conditions and amendments (synthesis) 14 how to record the results of negotiations accurately (application) 15 how to pass the information on, promptly and in accordance with legal requirements, to all the stakeholders (application) 16 how to ensure that accurate copies of the final contract documents are prepared and checked to meet legal requirements (application) 17 how to arrange for the final contract documents to be signed (application)
      context
      1. Ensure that forms of contract are prepared
      • Forms of contract:
      ‐ standard
      ‐ non standard
      • Form of procurement:
      ‐ competitive tender
      ‐ non-competitive
      • Drafted:
      ‐ allocation of risks and responsibilities
      ‐ structure of contract
      ‐ key instructions
      ‐ legal factors
      ‐ business standing orders
      ‐ fair and prompt payment arrangements
      2. Ensure that the contract is negotiated and agreed
      • Obligations:
      ‐ insurances
      ‐ bonds
      ‐ warranties
      ‐ statutory
      ‐ financial guarantees
      ‐ competence of people
      ‐ deliverables
      • Contracts - type:
      ‐ standard
      ‐ non-standard
      • Amendments:
      ‐ allocation of risks and responsibilities
      ‐ structure of contract
      ‐ key instructions
      ‐ legal factors
      • Contract documents:
      ‐ invitation to tender
      ‐ forms of tender
      ‐ returns procedures
      ‐ specifications
      ‐ survey reports
      ‐ drawings and schedules
      ‐ bills of quantities/schedules of rates
      ‐ health and safety plans
      ‐ scope of services
      ‐ terms and conditions
      • Legal requirements:
      ‐ statutes
      ‐ regulations
      ‐ codes of practice and procedure
      ‐ common law
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    10. Ensure that work activities and resources meet project work requirements
      COSVR731 This standard is about interpreting information, analysing information to identify resource requirements, ensuring the work activities are planned to meet project work requirements and developing, preparing, monitoring and modifying programmes and schedules in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. identify major activities, determine the resources needed from the information available, prepare draft work programmes and schedules and record all the information
      2. evaluate, assess and record alternative methods, resources and systems and consider the outcomes in order to select the best solution to meet project requirements
      3. obtain clarification and advice from the following information sources where the resources required are not available
      • stakeholders
      • the workforce
      • technical and trade literature
      4. analyse the activities against project requirements giving consideration to at least four of the following external factors and record the outcomes
      • other lead programmes
      • supply lead times
      • contingencies
      • special working conditions
      • weather conditions
      • statutory limitations
      • site conditions
      • environmental considerations
      • customers
      5. determine how long each activity will take, identify and record the activities which influence each other and sequence them logically and realistically into a schedule so that they make the best use of the resources available
      6. ensure the production of detailed programmes and schedules of planned activities, including at least two of the following, which are consistent with the complexity of the project
      • programmes
      • network analysis
      • critical activities
      • action lists
      • resource schedules
      7. develop, record and implement a system to monitor the works programmes and schedules, analyse and record the results and make recommendations to improve production and planning
      8. identify and record circumstances that cause alterations to the works programmes and schedules, calculate cost and time benefits to ensure they will meet changed circumstances and record decision-maker’s endorsement of changes
      knowledge
      1. Draft work programmes and schedules
      • how to identify major activities
      • how to determine the resources required by analysing designs, contractual information, statutory consents, contractor’s pre planning information, conditions of contract, health, safety, welfare and environmental plans, risk assessments and method statements, programmes and schedules and sub contractor arrangements and attendance in relation to the following
      ‐ people
      ‐ plant, equipment and machinery
      ‐ materials and components
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ Information
      ‐ work area and facilities
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ utility providers
      • how to prepare the following draft programmes and schedules
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ network analysis
      ‐ critical activities
      ‐ action lists
      ‐ resources schedules
      • why it is important to prepare draft programmes and schedules
      2. Evaluate alternative methods
      • how to evaluate alternative methods and systems in relation to the following resources
      ‐ people
      ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
      ‐ materials and components
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ Information
      ‐ work area and facilities
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ utility providers
      • how to select the best solution to meet the following project requirements
      ‐ contract conditions
      ‐ contract programme stipulations
      ‐ statutory consent
      ‐ Building Control notification
      ‐ third-party obligations
      ‐ health and safety requirements
      3. Obtain clarification and advice
      • how to obtain clarification and advice from stakeholders, the workforce and technical and trade literature where the following resources are not available
      ‐ people
      ‐ plant, equipment and machinery
      ‐ materials and components
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ Information
      ‐ work area and facilities
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ utility providers
      4. Analyse activities
      • how to analyse method studies, work studies and production analysis activities against the following
      ‐ contract conditions
      ‐ contract programme stipulations
      ‐ statutory consent
      ‐ Building Control notification
      ‐ third-party obligations
      ‐ health and safety requirements
      • how to identify and consider the following possible external factors
      ‐ other related programmes
      ‐ supply lead times
      ‐ contingencies
      ‐ special working conditions
      ‐ weather conditions
      ‐ statutory limitations
      ‐ site conditions
      ‐ environmental considerations
      ‐ customers
      • how to analyse activities against external factors
      5. Identify and sequence activities
      • how to calculate the duration of activities for programmes and schedules
      • how to identify activities that influence each other
      • how to make best use of resources by sequencing activities logically and realistically
      6. Production of programmes and schedules
      • how to ensure the production of the following detailed programmes and schedules
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ network analysis
      ‐ critical activities
      ‐ action lists
      ‐ resources schedules
      • how to ensure detailed programmes and schedules of planned activities are consistent with the complexity of the project
      7. Develop a monitoring system
      • how to develop a system to monitor the following works programmes and schedules
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ network analysis
      ‐ critical activities
      ‐ action lists
      ‐ resources schedules
      • how to implement a system to monitor works programmes and schedules and use the results to improve production and planning
      8. Identify alterations
      • how to identify alterations to the following works programmes and schedules
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ network analysis
      ‐ critical activities
      ‐ action lists
      ‐ resources schedules
      • how to ensure alterations to works programmes and schedules will meet changed circumstances
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    11. Establish dimensional control criteria
      COSVR736 This standard is about ensuring the project dimensional control information is in accordance with specified accuracy criteria, ensuring project dimensional controls are regularly and appropriately checked for operational and post-completion requirements in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. collect, collate and analyse relevant pre-construction information, ensuring that it is up to date and accurate
      2. establish and record the relevant dimensional control information for the project
      3. ensure that variations in dimensional control are identified, recorded and notified to stakeholders
      4. establish a dimensional control monitoring system, which ensures dimensional controls are maintained
      5. ensure that measuring and recording equipment is calibrated and maintained to meet the specified accuracy criteria and the checks are recorded
      knowledge
      1. Obtain pre-construction information in relation to dimensional control
      • how to obtain relevant pre-construction information
      • how to check that pre-construction information is up to date and accurate
      • how to resolve problems with pre-construction information
      • why it is important to resolve problems with pre-construction information
      2. Correlate and interpret information
      • how to correlate and interpret information on project work which is relevant to the following dimensional control information
      ‐ lines
      ‐ levels
      ‐ angles
      ‐ distances
      ‐ radii
      ‐ positions
      ‐ setting out points
      • why it is important to correlate and interpret information on project work which is relevant to the following dimensional control information
      ‐ lines
      ‐ levels
      ‐ angles
      ‐ distances
      ‐ radii
      ‐ positions
      ‐ setting out points
      3. Identify variations
      • how to identify and record variations, relating to boundaries, levels and locations, between the specified and the actual project dimensions
      • why it is important to identify and record variations, relating to boundaries, levels and locations, between the specified and the actual project dimensions
      4. Establish a monitoring system
      • how to establish graphical, measured and instrumental monitoring systems for dimensional controls
      • why establishing graphical, measured and instrumental monitoring systems for dimensional controls is required
      • why it is important to record and store dimensional control information for future reference
      5. Maintain measuring and recording equipment
      • how to ensure mechanical, optical and electronic measuring and recording equipment are calibrated and maintained
      • why specific mechanical, optical and electronic measuring and recording equipment should be selected
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    12. Establish project procurement arrangements in construction management
      COSCSMO09 This standard is about the establishment of project procurementstrategies from inception to implementation by way of procurementmethods, their objectives and criteria. Project stakeholders and legaland contractual constraints are considered. You will need to demonstratehow you have brought the procurement strategy forward to implementation.
      duty
      1. Select and agree procurement strategies 1 identify and agree feasible and realistic procurement objectives and criteria 2 identify procurement methods which are capable of meeting the procurement objectives and evaluate them against selected criteria 3 select and recommend the most effective procurement methods which meet stakeholders' constraints and relevant legal and industry requirements 4 agree and record the selected procurement method and appropriate implementation procedures
      2. Establish project team arrangements 5 identify and confirm with the stakeholders, the type of project work and objectives for project team collaboration 6 form a selection panel of stakeholders to assess potential suppliers and services and identify selection criteria 7 provide information to potential suppliers and services and invite them to submit a statement of their capabilities 8 evaluate the potential suppliers and services using the selection criteria and agree a short-list 9 interview and hold discussions with the short-listed potential suppliers and services to assess their suitability, capability and commitment to the project and compliance with selection criteria 10 select and confirm the project suppliers and services with the stakeholders 11 negotiate agreements and contracts with project suppliers and services 12 conduct project team meetings to facilitate collaborative working and agree individual and mutual project objectives
      3. Recommend and agree a form of contract 13 identify clearly the stakeholders and the purpose of the contract 14 identify with the stakeholders significant criteria for selecting the form of contract 15 select and recommend a form of contract which is appropriate to the type of project work 16 give clear and accurate information and advice and provide stakeholders with the opportunities to comment and ask for clarification 17 agree a form of contract which is capable of being put into effect
      knowledge
      1. Select and agree procurement strategies 1 what to identify as feasible and realistic procurement objectives and criteria (understanding) 2 how and why to agree feasible and realistic procurement objectives and criteria (evaluation) 3 what to identify as procurement methods which are capable of meeting the procurement objectives (understanding) 4 how and why to evaluate procurement methods against selected criteria (evaluation) 5 how and why to select the most effective procurement methods which meets stakeholders' constraints and relevant legal and industry requirements (evaluation) 6 how and why to recommend the most effective procurement methods which meets stakeholders' constraints and relevant legal and industry requirements (synthesis) 7 how and why to agree the selected procurement methods and appropriate implementation procedures (evaluation) 8 how to record the selected procurement methods and appropriate implementation procedures (application)
      2. Establish project team arrangements 9 what to identify with the stakeholders as the type of project work and objectives for project team collaboration (understanding) 10 how to confirm with the stakeholders, the type of project work and objectives for project team collaboration (application) 11 how and why to form a selection panel of stakeholders to assess potential suppliers and services and identify selection criteria (synthesis) 12 how to provide information to potential suppliers and services and invite them to submit a statement of their capabilities (application) 13 how and why to evaluate the potential suppliers and services using the selection criteria (evaluation) 14 how and why to agree the short-list of potential suppliers and services (evaluation) 15 how and why to interview and hold discussions with the short-listed potential suppliers and services to assess their suitability, capability and commitment to the project and compliance with selection criteria (analysis) 16 how and why to select the project suppliers and services with the stakeholders (evaluation) 17 how to confirm the project suppliers and services with the stakeholders (application) 18 how and why to negotiate agreements and contracts with project suppliers and services (synthesis) 19 how to conduct project team meetings to facilitate collaborative working (application) 20 how and why to agree individual and mutual project objectives to facilitate collaborative working (evaluation)
      3. Recommend and agree a form of contract 21 what to identify as the stakeholders and the purpose of the contract (understanding) 22 what to identify with the stakeholders as the significant criteria for selecting the form of contract (understanding) 23 how and why to select a form of contract which is appropriate to the type of project work (evaluation) 24 how and why to recommend a form of contract which is appropriate to the type of project work (synthesis) 25 how to give clear and accurate information and advice (synthesis) 26 how to provide stakeholders with the opportunities to comment and ask for clarification (application) 27 how and why to agree a form of contract which is capable of being put into effect (evaluation)
      context
      1. Select and agree procurement strategies
      • Procurement objectives and criteria:
      ‐ type and form of contract
      ‐ definition and coverage of required project services
      ‐ alignment of interests and benefits
      ‐ early participation of key suppliers
      ‐ risk allocation
      ‐ integrated project insurance
      ‐ Building Information Modelling protocols
      ‐ economic, political and social context
      ‐ funding sources
      ‐ degree of commercial and financial risk
      ‐ agreed payment procedures
      ‐ whole life principles
      ‐ best overall value
      ‐ timescales/sequencing
      ‐ environmental benefits and sustainability
      ‐ community benefit
      • Procurement methods:
      ‐ managed forms of construction
      ‐ design and build
      ‐ traditional
      ‐ Public, Private Partnership
      ‐ prime contracting
      ‐ partnering
      ‐ advisory
      ‐ sole source/single negotiations
      ‐ competitive tendering
      ‐ early contractor involvement
      ‐ service level agreement
      • Legal and industry requirements:
      ‐ common law
      ‐ contract law
      ‐ EU directives on procurement
      ‐ codes of practice and procedures
      • Implementation procedures:
      ‐ tendering process
      ‐ tender evaluation
      ‐ award recommendation
      ‐ contract award
      2. Establish project team arrangements
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ the client
      ‐ the client’s financial advisers
      ‐ CDM coordinator or recognised body under the CDM code of practice
      ‐ design consultants
      ‐ potential contractors
      ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ facilities/asset managers
      ‐ potential investors
      ‐ funding agencies
      ‐ independent client adviser
      ‐ user groups
      • Type of project work:
      ‐ design
      ‐ construction
      ‐ services
      ‐ supply
      ‐ operate and maintain
      ‐ management
      ‐ decommissioning
      • Objectives:
      ‐ business case for integration
      ‐ commitment to multi-discipline partnering (whole supply chain)
      ‐ minimum on-site construction period
      ‐ certainty of completion
      ‐ minimum whole life cost
      ‐ sustainable solution
      ‐ agreed maximum cost
      ‐ zero defects
      ‐ respect for people (including health, safety, welfare and the environment)
      ‐ agree quality
      ‐ working to budget
      ‐ effective work scheduling
      ‐ Building Information Modelling
      ‐ adoption of industry guidance and benchmarking
      ‐ sharing knowledge and information
      • Selection criteria:
      ‐ cost
      ‐ quality
      ‐ time
      ‐ organisational experience
      ‐ performance measurement
      ‐ health, safety and welfare record
      ‐ environmental record
      ‐ staff competence and development
      ‐ commitment to integration/partnering
      ‐ commitment to Building Information Modelling
      ‐ social inclusivity record
      • Information:
      ‐ administration details
      ‐ scope of work
      ‐ budget
      ‐ information required from partners
      ‐ selection criteria and weightings
      • Capability:
      ‐ information modelling
      ‐ organisational experience
      ‐ performance measurement
      ‐ health, safety and welfare record
      ‐ environmental record
      ‐ staff competence and development
      ‐ commitment to integration/partnering
      ‐ commitment to BIM capability
      ‐ availability of appropriate resources
      3. Recommend and agree a form of contract
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ the client
      ‐ the client’s financial advisers
      ‐ CDM coordinator or recognised body under CDM code of practice
      ‐ design consultants
      ‐ potential contractors
      ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ facilities/asset managers
      ‐ potential investors
      ‐ funding agencies
      ‐ independent client adviser
      ‐ user groups
      • Criteria for selecting:
      ‐ client’s needs and requirements
      ‐ form of procurement
      ‐ degree of risk
      ‐ technical complexity
      ‐ project partnering
      ‐ sector practice
      • Form of contract:
      ‐ standard
      ‐ non standard
      • Type of project work:
      ‐ design
      ‐ construction
      ‐ services
      ‐ management
      ‐ operate and maintenance
      ‐ decommissioning
      suite
      Construction Senior Management
    13. Establish, control and monitor environmental factors and sustainability
      COSVR727 This standard is about identifying considerations for environmental management and methods that will support sustainability, delegating responsibilities and encouraging a culture of environmental awareness and support for sustainability. Monitoring environmental factors and sustainability requirements as the project progresses in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. identify the environmental management considerations
      2. examine project data, and establish and record methods of work that will support sustainability
      3. promote a culture of environmental awareness and support for sustainability in the workforce
      4. examine and record the policies adopted for environmental management and sustainability
      5. delegate and record the assigned duties for environmental management and monitoring of sustainable work methods
      6. monitor project work against at least four of the following environmental factors and take appropriate action to ensure organisational requirements are met
      • appearance
      • ecological
      • natural conservation
      • historical conservation
      • statutory nuisances
      • emissions to air, land and water
      • movement of project people, resources and vehicles
      • waste management
      • responsible contractor
      • contaminated land
      • invasive species
      7. monitor project work against at least four of the following sustainability requirements and take appropriate action to ensure organisational requirements are met in respect of:
      • reuse and recycled materials and resources
      • corporate social responsibility (CSR) and social value
      • wellbeing
      • innovation, legislation, technologies and skills
      • procurement of sustainable materials and resources
      • use and storage of materials and resources
      • energy use, environmental emissions
      8. identify positive performance in environmental management and sustainable methods of work and make recommendations to at least three of the following stakeholders:
      • the client, customer or their representative
      • contractors
      • consultants
      • sub-contractors
      • suppliers
      • workforce
      • internal management
      knowledge
      1. Environmental management
      • how to examine the following project data to identify needs for environmental management and to establish methods of work that will support sustainability
      ‐ conditions of contract
      ‐ bills of quantities or methods of measurement
      ‐ specifications
      ‐ drawings
      ‐ health, safety and environmental plans
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ organisational requirements
      ‐ instructions and variations
      • why it is important to identify environmental management needs and the following sustainable work methods
      ‐ appearance
      ‐ ecological
      ‐ natural conservation
      ‐ historical conservation
      ‐ statutory nuisances
      ‐ emissions to air, land and water
      ‐ movement of project people, resources and vehicles
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ responsible contractor
      ‐ contaminated land
      ‐ invasive species
      2. Sustainable work methods
      • how to examine project data, and establish and record methods of work that will support sustainability
      • why it is important to examine project data, and establish and record methods of work that will support sustainability
      3. Promote and support
      • how to promote a culture of environmental awareness and support for sustainability in the workforce in relation to the following
      ‐ built to last
      ‐ integration with surroundings
      ‐ movement of project people, resources and vehicles
      ‐ meeting stakeholders’ needs
      ‐ energy efficiency
      ‐ efficient building services systems
      ‐ use of materials and resources
      ‐ waste recycling
      ‐ use of recycled materials
      ‐ responsible procurement
      ‐ biodiversity
      ‐ renewables
      ‐ water use and discharge
      ‐ archaeological and historical requirements
      • why it is important to promote a culture of environmental awareness and support for sustainability in the workforce
      4. Adopted Policies
      • how to examine and record the policies adopted for environmental management and sustainability
      • why it is important to examine and record the policies adopted for environmental management and sustainability
      5. Delegation
      • how to delegate duties for environmental management
      • how to delegate duties for monitoring the following sustainable work methods
      ‐ reuse and recycled materials and resources
      ‐ sustainable materials
      ‐ corporate social responsibility (CSR) and social value
      ‐ wellbeing
      ‐ innovation, legislation, technologies and skills
      ‐ procurement of materials and resources
      ‐ use and storage of materials and resources
      ‐ economic
      6. environmental factors
      • how to assess the significance of the following environmental factors as they affect the project and take appropriate action
      ‐ appearance
      ‐ ecological
      ‐ natural conservation
      ‐ historical conservation
      ‐ statutory nuisances
      ‐ emissions, air, land and water
      ‐ movement of project people, resources and vehicles
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ responsible contractor
      ‐ contaminated land
      ‐ invasive species
      7. Monitor sustainability
      • how to monitor project work against sustainability requirements and take appropriate action and comply with organisational requirements in relation to
      ‐ built to last
      ‐ integration with surroundings
      ‐ movement of project people, resources and vehicles
      ‐ meeting stakeholders’ needs
      ‐ energy efficiency
      ‐ efficient building services systems
      ‐ use of materials and resources
      ‐ waste recycling
      ‐ use of recycled materials
      ‐ responsible procurement
      ‐ biodiversity
      ‐ renewables
      ‐ water use and discharge
      ‐ archaeological and historical requirements
      8. Record positive performance
      • how to record positive performance in environmental management according to project and organisational requirements
      • how to make recommendations of positive performance to the following stakeholders
      ‐ the client, customer or their representative
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ workforce
      ‐ internal management
      suite
      Construction Site Management
    14. Establish, implement and maintain organisational systems for managing health, safety, welfare and wellbeing
      COSVR726 This standard is about establishing, implementing and maintaining a culture of health, safety, welfare and wellbeing. To ensure personnel undertake their responsibilities through planning, managing and monitoring; developing, implementing and reviewing the site in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements. Ensuring hazards are identified and where necessary, risk assessments completed.
      duty
      1. establish a culture of health, safety, welfare and wellbeing on site by carrying out the following
      • communicate with and involve the workforce
      • provide opportunities for development or training
      • lead by example
      • implement a proactive reporting process
      • identify and implement agreed ways to improve health, safety, welfare and wellbeing
      2. delegate specific health, safety, welfare and wellbeing responsibilities
      • assign responsibilities that are defined, documented and communicated and which adhere to current organisational requirements
      • carry out and monitor site inductions to ensure people have been informed of their responsibilities
      3. ensure accurate and appropriate notices and hazard warnings that conform to current organisational requirements are maintained and observed
      • carry out regular inspections to ensure conformity
      • ensure maintenance is carried out regularly and documented
      • check that people have been trained to recognise and understand the different types of notices and warnings
      4. ensure health, safety and welfare equipment and resources are available and sufficient to meet current organisational requirements
      • monitor and allocate health, safety and welfare equipment and resources
      • implement a recording system to confirm that the health and safety control equipment is appropriate for the work being carried out
      • implement maintenance checks on health, safety and welfare equipment and resources
      5. implement systems which meet current organisational requirements to identify hazards, reduce risks and maintain the health, safety, welfare and wellbeing of people including the following
      • identify the hazards and their consequences
      • analyse hazards and identify risks
      • consolidate and prioritise risks
      • implement monitoring systems and regularly evaluate to improve health, safety, welfare and wellbeing
      • implement appropriate measures to manage risks at source
      6. ensure hazards are assessed to identify the residual risks, apply the principles of prevention to reduce the risks and provide information to the appropriate people
      • record identified residual risks and maintain a reporting system to disseminate information
      • identify measures which can control the risks to health and safety
      • implement organisational prevention policy which covers health, safety, welfare and wellbeing relating to the working environment
      7. monitor health, safety, welfare and wellbeing systems regularly for compliance with current organisational requirements
      • ensure health, safety, welfare and wellbeing organisational requirements are current and actioned
      • collect and record workplace health, safety, welfare and wellbeing systems data
      • contribute to reports which demonstrate compliance with the organisational policies
      knowledge
      1. Establish and improve
      • the different methods of communication required to establish a culture of health, safety, welfare and wellbeing with the following
      ‐ the workforce
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ clients
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ visitors
      ‐ the public
      • the principles of leading by example
      • how to implement a proactive reporting process to provide the workforce the opportunity to influence the health, safety, welfare and wellbeing culture on site
      • how to identify opportunities to improve health, safety, welfare and wellbeing, make appropriate recommendations and implement agreed modifications
      • the importance of wellbeing in the workplace
      2. Inform people
      • how to identify and delegate the specific responsibilities for health, safety, welfare and wellbeing to, including but not limited to:
      ‐ supervisors
      ‐ safety officers
      ‐ first aiders
      ‐ fire marshals
      • how to carry out site inductions, using various communication methods, which are specific to the site and which provide information including but not limited to:
      ‐ health and safety responsibilities
      ‐ health, safety and welfare equipment and resources
      ‐ risk control procedures
      ‐ first aid arrangements
      ‐ emergency plans
      ‐ evacuation plans
      ‐ traffic management
      ‐ Hazards
      ‐ fire procedures
      • how to monitor and maintain records of inductions to ensure they consistently inform the following of their health, safety and welfare responsibilities, including but not limited to:
      ‐ the workforce
      ‐ supervisors
      ‐ safety officers
      ‐ first aiders and fire marshals
      3. Notices
      • how to ensure the following notices and hazard warnings comply with construction specific health, safety and welfare regulations, general health, safety and welfare legislation and organisational policies and procedures:
      ‐ prescribed notices
      ‐ statutory certification notifications
      ‐ site safety signs
      ‐ Information
      • how to maintain accurate and appropriate signs, notices and hazard warnings, ensuring they are sufficient to cover all requirements, their distribution and position is correct, and they are being effective for the workforce, visitors and the public
      • why it is important to ensure accurate and appropriate notices are maintained
      4. Equipment and resources
      • how to ensure the following health, safety and welfare equipment and resources are available and sufficient for the project, including but not limited to:
      ‐ protective clothing
      ‐ protective equipment
      ‐ first aid facilities and arrangements
      ‐ welfare facilities
      ‐ storage and security of materials and equipment
      ‐ accident and incident reporting
      ‐ firefighting equipment
      ‐ provision of health, safety and welfare training
      • how to ensure health, safety and welfare equipment and resources comply with current organisational policies and procedures
      5. Implement systems
      • how to implement hazard identification, risk assessment, prevention and protection management systems which meet current organisational policies and procedures for identifying and reducing risks
      • how to implement management systems for reporting and recording accidents, emergencies and near misses
      • how to maintain the welfare of the following in accordance with current organisational policies and procedures:
      ‐ workforce
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ visitors
      ‐ the public
      6. Hazard identification and risk assessment
      • how to ensure health, safety and environmental hazards which have the potential to cause harm are identified
      • how to obtain additional information about hazards by communicating with the following:
      ‐ clients
      ‐ designers
      ‐ workforce
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ consultants
      • the effects of occupational health hazards
      • how to identify and record any residual risks and implement contingencies to manage the potential implications
      • how to apply the principles of prevention to eliminate and control risks at source, to manage risks and hazards, to attain a collective protection approach and to monitor the use of health and safety control equipment
      • how to review risks and communicate information to the following
      ‐ workforce
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ visitors
      ‐ the public
      7. Monitor for compliance
      • how to monitor health, safety, and welfare and wellbeing systems regularly to ensure compliance with current organisational policies and procedures
      • why it is important to monitor health, safety, and welfare and wellbeing systems regularly
      suite
      Construction Site Management
    15. Evaluate and confirm work methods
      COSVR728 This standard is about evaluating and confirming information, identifying safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work methods. Identifying how materials and resources will be used and preparing, producing and agreeing method statements and/or risk assessments in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. evaluate and record at least five of the following project data sources in order to identify work methods
      • conditions of contract
      • bills of quantities or methods of measurement
      • specifications and/or schedules of work
      • drawings
      • health, safety and environmental plans
      • organisational requirements
      • instructions and variations
      • information on materials
      • programmes
      • survey reports
      • design data
      • statutory consents
      • sub-contractor arrangements and attendance
      • method statements and/or risk assessments
      • safe systems of work
      2. obtain and record additional information from at least two of the following sources in cases where the available project data is insufficient
      • stakeholders
      • regulatory authorities
      • technical and trade guidance
      3. identify and record the work methods which will make the best use of resources and materials and which meet project and current organisational requirements from at least two of the following information sources:
      • current organisational requirements, codes of practice and official guidance
      • investigative research
      • technical and trade guidance
      • building regulations and/or standards
      • surveys and reports
      4. evaluate and record identified work methods against at least six of the following technical, environmental and project criteria and select the most suitable
      • materials performance and availability
      • health, safety, welfare and wellbeing
      • fire safety
      • access
      • plant, equipment or machinery performance and availability
      • resources
      • traffic management
      • environmental issues
      • cost benefits
      • current organisational requirements, codes of practice and official guidance
      • stakeholders needs
      • contract requirements in terms of time and quantity
      • waste management
      • sustainability
      5. ensure method statements and risk assessments are current, accurate, agreed and acceptable to all stakeholders
      6. recommend the chosen work method to at least two of the following stakeholders and record the outcomes
      • the client, customer or their representative
      • contractors
      • consultants
      • designers
      • sub-contractors
      • suppliers
      • workforce
      • internal management
      knowledge
      1. Evaluate data
      • how to evaluate the following project data sources:
      ‐ conditions of contract
      ‐ bills of quantities or methods of measurement
      ‐ specifications and/or schedules of work
      ‐ drawings
      ‐ health, safety and environmental plans
      ‐ organisational requirements
      ‐ instructions and variations
      ‐ information on materials
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ survey reports
      ‐ design data
      ‐ statutory consents
      ‐ sub-contractor arrangements and attendance
      ‐ method statement and risk assessments
      ‐ safe systems of work
      • how to identify construction work methods from the evaluation of project data
      • why it is important to evaluate available project data
      2. Obtain additional information
      • how to obtain additional information in cases where the available project data is insufficient from the following:
      ‐ stakeholders
      ‐ regulatory authorities
      ‐ technical and trade guidance
      3. Identify work methods
      • how to identify work methods from evaluating organisational requirements, including but not limited to: investigative research, technical and trade guidance, codes of practice and official guidance which will make the best use of resources and materials in relation to:
      ‐ sequencing and integration
      ‐ organisation of resources
      ‐ Techniques
      ‐ use of temporary works
      ‐ modern methods of construction
      ‐ preparatory systems
      ‐ adoption of new materials
      ‐ application of new skills
      • how to identify work methods which meet the project and current organisational requirements
      4. Evaluate and select work methods
      • how to evaluate the identified work methods against the following relevant technical, environmental and project criteria to select the best method in relation to:
      ‐ materials performance and availability
      ‐ health, safety, welfare and wellbeing
      ‐ fire safety
      ‐ access
      ‐ plant, equipment or machinery performance and availability
      ‐ Resources
      ‐ traffic management
      ‐ environmental issues
      ‐ cost benefits
      ‐ current organisational requirements, codes of practice and official guidance
      ‐ stakeholder needs
      ‐ contract requirements in terms of time and quantity
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ sustainability
      5. Confirm method statements
      • how to ensure the method statement and risk assessments derived from the selected work methods are current, accurate, agreed and acceptable to all stakeholders
      • why it is important to ensure the selected work methods, method statement and risk assessments are acceptable to all stakeholders
      6. Recommend work methods
      • how to recommend and present work methods to stakeholders
      • the potential risks of works impacting on the cultural significance of the historic environment
      • the specific requirements for buildings and structures of traditional (pre-1919) construction or of architectural, historical or archaeological significance
      suite
      1. Construction Site Management
      2. Controlling Lifting Operations (Construction)
    16. Evaluate and progress the resolution of contractual disputes in construction management
      COSCSMO17 This standard is about having the experience and ability to assess the background and basis of a contractual dispute. In this process you will need to identify the strengths and weaknesses of the case being made.
      duty
      1. Evaluate potential implications for the resolution of disputes 1 evaluate all the information which is relevant to the dispute, identify information which will support the case and summarise and justify it in a reasoned argument 2 assess the strengths and weaknesses of the case and make a judgement about the potential outcomes 3 identify what expertise and support will be needed at different stages of the dispute 4 consult with experts, and provide them with a clear, valid and accurate summary, in cases where expert interpretation and judgement is required 5 assess the arguments and the advice received from experts, produce justifiable conclusions and recommendations for further action and pass these to the parties involved in the dispute 6 assess the implications of proceeding with the case 7 identify potential options for settling the dispute which are based on relevant information and accurate assessments 8 identify potential responses to the options for settling the dispute and assess the risk involved 9 recommend a process for settling the dispute which is likely to be most acceptable to all the parties involved and which meets legal requirements 10 specify, clearly, the process for settling the dispute which has been agreed and prepare written terms and conditions
      2. Negotiate and progress the resolution of disputes 11 prepare documents about the dispute which have a clear rationale, and which include valid supporting information 12 keep regular contact with the parties involved in the dispute and investigate and propose options and processes for settling the dispute, which are likely to be acceptable to them 13 review reactions and proposals from opposite parties and recommend a response 14 ask questions to test the consistency and resilience of the opposite parties' position and to probe for possible movement 15 summarise and record points of agreement and disagreement 16 recommend acceptance of offers which are judged to be the best available 17 draft formal acceptance letters accurately and in a suitable style, and send them promptly to all parties 18 suggest realistic options and processes for settling the dispute when offers are not acceptable and assess the advantages and disadvantages of each alternative
      knowledge
      1. Evaluate potential implications for the resolution of disputes 1 how and why to evaluate all the information which is relevant to the dispute (evaluation) 2 what to identify as information which will support the case (understanding) 3 how to summarise information which will support the case (application) 4 how and why to justify information which will support the case in a reasoned argument (evaluation) 5 how and why to assess the strengths and weaknesses of the case and make a judgement about the potential outcomes (analysis) 6 what to identify as the expertise and support which will be needed at different stages of the dispute (understanding) 7 how to consult with experts in cases where expert interpretation and judgement is required (application) 8 how and why to provide experts with a clear, valid and accurate summary (synthesis) 9 how and why to assess the arguments and the advice received from experts (analysis) 10 how to produce justifiable conclusions and recommendations for further action (application) 11 how to pass justifiable conclusions and recommendations to the parties involved in the dispute (application) 12 how and why to assess the implications of proceeding with the case (analysis) 13 what to identify as potential options for settling the dispute which are based on relevant information and accurate assessments (understanding) 14 what to identify as potential responses to the options for settling the dispute (understanding) 15 how and why to assess the risk involved in the potential responses to the options for settling the dispute (analysis) 16 how and why to recommend a process for settling the dispute which is likely to be most acceptable to all the parties involved and which meets legal requirements (synthesis) 17 how and why to specify, clearly, the process for settling the dispute which has been agreed (synthesis) 18 how to prepare written terms and conditions for settling the dispute (application)
      2. Negotiate and progress the resolution of disputes 19 how to prepare documents about the dispute which have a clear rationale, and which include valid supporting information (application) 20 how to keep regular contact with the parties involved in the dispute (application) 21 how and why to investigate options and processes for settling the dispute, which are likely to be acceptable to the parties involved in the dispute (analysis) 22 how and why to propose options and processes for settling the dispute, which are likely to be acceptable to the parties involved in the dispute (synthesis) 23 how and why to review reactions and proposals from opposite parties (analysis) 24 how and why to recommend a response to opposite parties (synthesis) 25 how to ask questions to test the consistency and resilience of the opposite parties' position (application) 26 how and why to probe for possible movement in the opposite parties' position (analysis) 27 how to summarise and record points of agreement and disagreement (application) 28 how and why to recommend acceptance of offers which are judged to be the best available (synthesis) 29 how and why to draft formal acceptance letters accurately and in a suitable style, and send them promptly to all parties (synthesis) 30 how and why to suggest realistic options and processes for settling the dispute when offers are not acceptable (synthesis) 31 how and why to assess the advantages and disadvantages of each of the alternative options and processes for settling the dispute (analysis)
      context
      1. Evaluate potential implications for the resolution of disputes
      • Dispute - types:
      ‐ land
      ‐ property
      ‐ construction
      ‐ contracts
      ‐ agreements
      ‐ third party claims
      • Information which is relevant to the dispute:
      ‐ contract documents
      ‐ correspondence
      ‐ instructions
      ‐ contract records
      ‐ technical reports
      ‐ witness testimony
      ‐ other evidential material
      ‐ expert opinion
      • Expertise and support in:
      ‐ legal
      ‐ technical
      ‐ financial
      • Options and processes for settling the dispute:
      ‐ re-negotiation
      ‐ negotiations at higher levels of authority
      ‐ mediation, adjudication and arbitration
      ‐ formal dispute resolution
      ‐ legal action
      2. Negotiate and progress the resolution of disputes
      • Dispute - types:
      ‐ land
      ‐ property
      ‐ construction
      ‐ contracts
      ‐ agreements
      ‐ third party claims
      • Options and processes for settling the dispute:
      ‐ re-negotiation
      ‐ negotiations at higher levels of authority
      ‐ mediation, adjudication and arbitration
      ‐ formal dispute resolution
      ‐ legal action
      • Reactions and proposals:
      ‐ positive
      ‐ negative
      • Responses:
      ‐ accepting
      ‐ rejecting
      ‐ clarifying
      ‐ providing additional information
      suite
      Construction Senior Management
    17. Evaluate feedback and make recommendations
      COSVR739 This standard is about obtaining feedback information from operational activities, investigating and evaluating feedback information and recommending improvements in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. implement systems for the collection of feedback from at least six of the following sources
      • general public
      • workforce
      • suppliers
      • customers
      • colleagues
      • social media
      • regulators
      • auditors
      • client appointees
      • designers
      2. ensure feedback from five of the following methods or sources is obtained, investigated, recorded and analysed
      • project correspondence
      • site tests and inspections
      • scientific research and data
      • performance in use
      • meetings
      • questionnaires
      • audits and reports
      • site monitoring
      • consultations
      3. evaluate the feedback received and justify the recommendations to stakeholders
      4. summarise and record recommendations from feedback analysis and promote for adoption and use
      5. evaluate feedback systems to ensure recommendations have been implemented and are effective
      knowledge
      1. Implement systems for the collection of feedback
      • how to implement systems to collect feedback from the following sources
      ‐ general public
      ‐ workforce
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ customers
      ‐ colleagues
      ‐ social media
      ‐ regulators
      ‐ auditors
      ‐ client appointees
      ‐ designers
      • how to encourage the collection of feedback from sources
      • why it is important to encourage the collection of feedback from sources
      2. Obtain, investigate and assess feedback
      • how to ensure feedback from the following stakeholders is obtained using the following methods
      3. stakeholders
      • general public
      ‐ workforce
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ customers
      ‐ colleagues
      ‐ social media
      ‐ regulators
      ‐ auditors
      ‐ client appointees
      ‐ designers
      4. Methods
      • project correspondence
      ‐ site tests and inspections
      ‐ scientific research and data
      ‐ performance in use
      ‐ meetings
      ‐ questionnaires
      ‐ audits and reports
      ‐ site monitoring
      ‐ consultations
      • how to investigate and assess feedback from stakeholders
      • why it is important to investigate and assess feedback from stakeholders
      5. Evaluate feedback and justify recommendations
      • how to evaluate feedback received and make recommendations
      • how to justify recommendations to stakeholders based on feedback
      • why it is important to make and justify recommendations based on feedback to stakeholders
      6. Summarise and promote recommendations
      • how to summarise changes and recommendations based on feedback received
      • how to promote the adoption of changes and recommendations based on feedback
      7. Evaluate feedback systems
      • how to evaluate feedback systems to ensure recommendations have been implemented and are effective
      • why it is important to evaluate feedback systems
      suite
      Construction Site Management
    18. Evaluate sustainable resources and requirements for the whole life cycle of a construction project
      COSCSMO08 This standard is about assessing and quantifying the whole life cost and low carbon cost implications for the project. You will need to review them against the project criteria and energy goals and priorities and select the most viable options.
      duty
      1. Evaluate project whole life and low carbon costs 1 confirm energy goals and priorities for the project, both currently and in the future 2 confirm assumptions about cost elements, alternative designs, construction, services, financing and use options for the project stage with stakeholders 3 review and present the potential whole life costs and low carbon cost of the project from available design and development information 4 assess and quantify the whole life costs and low carbon cost implications for the project taking into account the views of experts and project stakeholders 5 review the whole life costs and low carbon costs against the project criteria and energy goals and priorities 6 summarise and present clearly and accurately the whole life costs and low carbon costs 7 discuss the whole life costs and low carbon costs with stakeholders and select and agree the most viable options
      2. Assess and provide for the conservation of energy use 8 review legislative requirements in order to identify the energy use and control criteria relevant to the type of property and systems 9 ensure that the information on the property and systems necessary to assess energy use is gathered and recorded 10 ensure that solutions which meet the criteria for the type of property and systems are reviewed, calculated and specified 11 prescribe commissioning procedures and certification necessary for property and systems 12 identify and define any consequent improvements that may be required to meet energy use and control criteria relevant to the type of property and systems 13 provide operating and maintenance instructions to users to enable property and systems to be operated in an energy efficient manner
      knowledge
      1. Evaluate project whole life and low carbon costs 1 how to confirm energy goals and priorities for the project, both currently and in the future (application) 2 how to confirm assumptions about cost elements, alternative designs, construction, services, financing and use options for the project stage with stakeholders (application) 3 how and why to review the potential whole life costs and low carbon costs of the project from available design and development information (analysis) 4 how to present the potential whole life costs and low carbon costs of the project from available design and development information (application) 5 how and why to assess and quantify the whole life costs and low carbon costs implications for the project taking into account the views of experts and project stakeholders (analysis) 6 how and why to review the whole life costs and low carbon costs against the project criteria and energy goals and priorities (analysis) 7 how to summarise the whole life costs and low carbon costs (application) 8 how to present the whole life costs and low carbon costs (application) 9 how and why to discuss the whole life costs and low carbon costs with stakeholders (synthesis) 10 how and why to select the most viable options (evaluation) 11 how and why to agree the most viable options (evaluation
      2. Assess and provide for the conservation of energy use 12 how and why to review legislative requirements in order to identify the energy use and control criteria relevant to the type of property and systems (analysis) 13 how to ensure that the information on the property and systems necessary to assess energy use is gathered and recorded (application) 14 how to ensure that solutions which meet the criteria for the type of property and systems are reviewed, calculated and specified (application) 15 how and why to prescribe commissioning procedures and certification necessary for property and systems (evaluation) 16 what to identify as consequent improvements that may be required to meet energy use and control criteria relevant to the type of property and systems (understanding) 17 how and why to define any consequent improvements that may be required to meet energy use and control criteria relevant to the type of property and systems (evaluation) 18 how to provide operating and maintenance instructions to users to enable property and systems to be operated in an energy efficient manner (application)
      context
      1. Evaluate project whole life and low carbon costs
      • Energy goals and priorities:
      ‐ energy sources and infrastructure
      ‐ energy consumption
      ‐ low carbon targets
      ‐ use of renewable resources
      ‐ use of non-renewable resources
      ‐ energy reduction programmes
      ‐ heat recovery and re-use energy efficient technologies
      ‐ energy efficient practices
      • Project Stage:
      ‐ Stage 0 (Strategy)
      ‐ Stage 1 (Brief)
      ‐ Stage 2 (Concept)
      ‐ Stage 3 (Definition)
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ the client
      ‐ financial advisers
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ potential contractors
      ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ potential investors
      ‐ partners in the development programme
      ‐ facilities/asset managers
      • Whole life costs and low carbon cost:
      ‐ energy sources and infrastructure
      ‐ design stage
      ‐ materials and components (including embodied energy)
      ‐ construction and installation
      ‐ energy use
      ‐ grey water usage
      ‐ operations/maintenance
      ‐ adaptation/demolition/decommissioning
      • Assess and quantify:
      ‐ cost benefit analysis
      ‐ whole life
      ‐ life cycle costing
      ‐ lifetime impact modelling
      ‐ in-use asset performance
      ‐ carbon accounting
      ‐ value management feasibility studies
      ‐ elemental cost planning
      ‐ risk management
      ‐ cost effective out-performance of statutory requirements
      ‐ decision tools for passive/active systems
      ‐ model costs of alternative designs
      • Present:
      ‐ orally
      ‐ in writing
      ‐ graphically
      ‐ electronically
      ‐ simulation
      2. Assess and provide for the conservation of energy use
      • Criteria:
      ‐ carbon dioxide emissions
      ‐ efficiency of construction
      ‐ efficiency of building services and installation
      ‐ u values
      ‐ continuity of insulation
      ‐ air leakage
      • Property and systems:
      ‐ new development
      ‐ existing development
      • Information:
      ‐ building type
      ‐ building size and capacity
      ‐ current energy usage
      ‐ building fabric
      ‐ building heating, lighting and ventilation
      • Gathered and recorded:
      ‐ design proposals
      ‐ measured survey
      ‐ condition survey
      ‐ energy measurement and assessment tools
      suite
      Construction Senior Management
    19. Identify, allocate and plan the deployment and use of plant, equipment or machinery
      COSVR732 This standard is about identifying, allocating and planning the deployment and use of plant, equipment or machinery for operational requirements, and providing opportunities for improvements in the use of plant, equipment or machinery to be suggested in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. ensure and record that the specification of the selected plant, equipment or machinery meets the needs of the project before deployment
      2. confirm and record that pre-use and operative checks have been carried out to ensure that the plant, equipment or machinery to be deployed complies with current legislation and will be set up, operated and maintained by competent people
      3. implement and use a system to update the deployment and allocation of plant, equipment or machinery and operators, as the project progresses or changes occur and make recommendations on the use of alternative types of plant, equipment or machinery to decision-makers
      4. identify hazards, assess, and mitigate risks arising from the use of plant, equipment or machinery to protect the workforce, sub-contractors, suppliers, consultants, occupants, visitors, the general public, and the environment by the application of information relating to at least three of the following
      • methods of work
      • risk assessment
      • safe use and storage of tools
      • safe use and storage of materials
      • traffic management
      5. ensure that plant, equipment or machinery operations are planned, appropriately supervised and conducted in accordance with current legislation by analysing the following
      • safe systems of work written or approved for plant, equipment or machinery operations
      • roles and responsibilities allocated to plant, equipment or machinery supervisors, operators and users
      • information passed to operators, users and supervisors
      6. ensure that the suitable storage, servicing and maintenance of plant, equipment or machinery has been arranged and meets organisational requirements by analysing the following
      • arrangements for the storage of plant, equipment or machinery
      • checks made for serviceability and maintenance of plant, equipment or machinery as appropriate to organisational requirements
      7. identify and record the competency requirements for supervisors, operators and users of plant, equipment or machinery that will or could support the project or future projects in relation to organisational requirements
      8. promote and record opportunities to suggest improvements in plant operations provided to at least four of the following
      • supervisors
      • operators
      • users
      • the workforce
      • members of the public
      • stakeholders
      • clients and other duty holders
      • visitors
      • supply chain
      9. ensure that plant, equipment or machinery which is no longer needed is returned or removed and records are maintained
      knowledge
      1. specification
      • how to ensure the specification of the following plant, equipment or machinery meets the needs of the project before deployment
      ‐ static
      ‐ mobile
      ‐ accessories
      ‐ consumables
      ‐ health and safety equipment
      ‐ specialised hand tools
      ‐ standard plant, equipment or machinery
      ‐ non-standard plant, equipment or machinery
      • why it is important to ensure the specification meets the needs of the project
      2. Compliance with current legislation
      • how to ensure plant, equipment or machinery complies with current organisational requirements
      • how to check the competence of those that will set up, operate or maintain plant, equipment or machinery
      • why it is important to ensure compliance and check competence
      3. System implementation
      • how to implement a system that will update the deployment and allocation of plant, equipment or machinery as the project progresses and changes occur
      • how to recommend alternative plant, equipment or machinery to decision-makers
      • why a system to update the deployment and allocation of plant, equipment or machinery is required
      4. Identify hazards and assess risks
      • how to identify hazards and assess risks arising from the use of plant, equipment or machinery
      • how to mitigate risks by implementing measures that protect the workforce, sub-contractors, suppliers, consultants, occupants, visitors, the general public, and the environment by the application of the following information
      ‐ methods of work
      ‐ risk assessment
      ‐ safe use and storage of tools
      ‐ safe use and storage of materials
      ‐ traffic management
      5. Planning, supervision and use
      • how to ensure plant, equipment or machinery operations are supervised and conducted in accordance with organisational requirements
      • how to ensure adequate safe systems of work are in place for the use of plant, equipment or machinery
      • how to maintain records for the competence of supervisors, and operators
      • how to inform relevant persons about the use of plant, equipment or machinery in relation to organisational requirements.
      6. Storage, service and maintenance
      • how to confirm plant, equipment or machinery is stored, serviced, maintained, examined and inspected in accordance with organisational requirements
      • why it is important to ensure plant, equipment or machinery is stored, serviced, maintained, examined and inspected in accordance with organisational requirements
      7. Competency
      • how to identify the competency requirements for supervisors and operators of plant, equipment or machinery according to organisational requirements
      • how to compare identified competency needs with the needs of the project and future projects
      • how to determine if a person meets the competency requirements of their project role
      • how to arrange development for supervisors and operators of plant, equipment or machinery according to organisational requirements
      8. Suggestions for improvements
      • how to promote and record opportunities to suggest improvements in plant operations
      • why it is important to promote and record opportunities to suggest improvements in plant operations
      9. Return or remove
      • how to return or remove plant, equipment or machinery which is no longer needed
      • why it is important to return or remove plant, equipment or machinery which is no longer needed
      suite
      1. Construction Site Management
      2. Controlling Lifting Operations (Construction)
      3. Senior Crafts (Construction)
    20. Implement procurement processes in construction management
      COSCSMO11 This standard is about implementing an appropriate procurement strategy and shortlisting and selecting appropriate tenderers. It is also the about the review and amendment of tender documents and ensuring that addendums are issued.
      duty
      1. Evaluate pre-qualification of tenderers 1 implement an appropriate type of procurement strategy which aligns with legal and statutory requirements and decide which potential tenderers could meet the contract conditions 2 decide which potential tenderers could meet the contract specification to fulfil the selected type of procurement process 3 decide how many tenderers to invite, taking into account the value and size of the contract 4 send enquiries to potential tenderers, in accordance with regulatory requirements, requiring them to provide evidence about their experience and capability 5 choose selection criteria which are suitable to weight and rate performance for the type of work described in the tender 6 evaluate potential tenderers who respond to the invitation against the selection criteria, place them in rank order and choose the number needed 7 offer advice and information to decision makers about potential tenderers and the selection criteria and modify the tender list to reflect any agreed changes 8 confirm that the selected tenderers are willing to tender 9 add more potential tenderers from the evaluation list which meet the selection criteria if those contacted are not willing to tender
      2. Obtain bids and tenders 10 ensure that procurement information and documents are drafted which meet statutory regulations, codes of practice and the organisation's policies 11 ensure that procurement information and documents are issued to all the tenderers on the agreed list, following the agreed procedures 12 respond to queries from tenderers promptly and pass on any additional information which they need 13 pass on to all the tenderers the information given to individual tenderers, and amendments to procurement information and documents 14 ensure that accurate records are kept of procurement information and documents issued, feedback, queries and information from tenderers 15 ensure that required action is implemented when tenderers withdraw from the process
      3. Analyse and select successful bids and tenders and negotiate changes 16 ensure that the tenders received are stored in a secure place and opened on the closing date in line with the organisation's procedures and regulatory requirements 17 select for evaluation those tenders which meet the criteria and reject those that do not 18 check with tenderers if any discrepancies, omissions and errors are found in the tenders, and agree and make any amendments with tenderers 19 analyse the tenders which are selected against the agreed criteria and choose the tender which best meets the criteria 20 check that the successful tenderer and the client can meet the obligations of the contract and recommend a preferred tender to the client 21 negotiate and agree any variations, adjustments and corrections with the successful tenderer and confirm them in writing, subject to contract 22 accept the successful tender formally and notify tenderers who have been unsuccessful, about the result 23 modify and repeat the procurement process if too few tenders are received to show that there has been adequate competition
      knowledge
      1. Evaluate pre-qualification of tenderers 1 how to implement an appropriate type of procurement strategy which aligns with legal and statutory requirements (evaluation) 2 how and why to decide which potential tenderers could meet the contract conditions (evaluation) 3 how and why to decide which potential tenderers could meet the contract specification to fulfil the selected type of procurement process (evaluation) 4 how and why to decide how many tenderers to invite, taking into account the value and size of the contract (evaluation) 5 how to send enquiries to potential tenderers, in accordance with regulatory requirements requiring them to provide evidence about their experience and capability (application) 6 how and why to choose selection criteria which are suitable to weight and rate performance for the type of work described in the tender (evaluation) 7 how and why to evaluate potential tenderers who respond to the invitation against the selection criteria (evaluation) 8 how and why to place potential tenderers in rank order (analysis) 9 how and why to choose the number of potential tenderers needed (evaluation) 10 how and why to offer advice and information to decision makers about potential tenderers and the selection criteria (synthesis) 11 how to modify the tender list to reflect any agreed changes(application) 12 how to confirm that the selected tenderers are willing to tender (application) 13 how to add more potential tenderers from the evaluation list which meet the selection criteria if those contacted are not willing to tender (application)
      2. Obtain bids and tenders 14 how to ensure that procurement information and documents are drafted which meet statutory regulations, codes of practice and the organisation's policies (application) 15 how to ensure that procurement information and documents are issued to all the tenderers on the agreed list, following the agreed procedures (application) 16 how to respond to queries from tenderers promptly (application) 17 how to pass on any additional information to tenderers which they need (application) 18 how to pass on to all the tenderers the information given to individual tenderers, and amendments to procurement information and documents (application) 19 how to ensure that accurate records are kept of procurement information and documents issued, feedback, queries and information from tenderers (application) 20 how to ensure that required action is implemented when tenderers withdraw from the process (application)
      3. Analyse and select successful bids and tenders and negotiate changes 21 how to ensure that the tenders received are stored in a secure place and opened on the closing date in line with the organisation's procedures and regulatory requirements (application) 22 how and why to select for evaluation those tenders which meet the criteria (evaluation) 23 how and why to reject tenders which do not meet the criteria (evaluation) 24 how to check with tenderers if any discrepancies, omissions and errors are found in the tenders (application) 25 how and why to agree any amendments with tenderers (evaluation) 26 how to make any amendments with tenderers where discrepancies, omissions and errors are found in the tenders (application) 27 how and why to analyse the tenders which are selected against the agreed criteria (analysis) 28 how and why to choose the tender which best meets the criteria (evaluation) 29 how to check that the successful tenderer and the client can meet the obligations of the contract (application) 30 how and why to recommend a preferred tender to the client (synthesis) 31 how and why to negotiate any variations, adjustments and corrections with the successful tenderer (synthesis) 32 how and why to agree any variations, adjustments and corrections with the successful tenderer and (evaluation) 33 how to confirm any variations, adjustments and corrections with the successful tenderer in writing, subject to contract (application) 34 how and why to accept the successful tender formally (evaluation) 35 how to notify tenderers who have been unsuccessful, about the result (application) 36 how to modify the procurement process if too few tenders are received to show that there has been adequate competition (application) 37 how to repeat the procurement process if too few tenders are received to show that there has been adequate competition (application)
      context
      1. Evaluate pre-qualification of tenderers
      • Procurement strategy:
      ‐ estimate
      ‐ open competitive tender
      ‐ two stage tender
      ‐ â€˜two envelope’ tender
      ‐ selected list tender
      ‐ negotiated
      ‐ bid
      ‐ design and build
      ‐ design, build, finance and operate
      • Tenderers:
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ sub/works/trade contractors
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ consultants
      • Regulatory requirements:
      ‐ compulsory competitive tendering
      ‐ international
      ‐ in-house
      ‐ national
      ‐ local
      • Evidence:
      ‐ documentary
      ‐ references
      ‐ interview
      • Selection criteria:
      ‐ quality of delivery record
      ‐ added value (including past performance)
      ‐ acceptability of known sub-contracting arrangements & supply chain organisation
      ‐ acceptability to client
      ‐ financial resources
      ‐ credit rating
      ‐ references from previous clients and bankers
      ‐ health, safety and welfare record
      ‐ competence of people
      ‐ Building Information Modelling capability
      ‐ systems compatibility
      ‐ resources (human, materials, facilities)
      ‐ insurance
      ‐ environmental record
      ‐ design quality and costing
      ‐ innovation record
      ‐ local economic benefit
      2. Obtain bids and tenders
      • Procurement information and documents:
      ‐ invitation to tender
      ‐ form of tender
      ‐ returns procedure
      ‐ surveys
      ‐ models
      ‐ graphical and non-graphical electronic data files
      ‐ drawings, schedules and programmes
      ‐ bills of quantities
      ‐ health, safety and welfare record
      ‐ environmental record
      ‐ scope of services
      ‐ terms and conditions
      ‐ schedules of rates
      ‐ evaluation criteria and procedures
      • Tenderers:
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ sub/works/trade contractors
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ consultants
      • Queries:
      ‐ errors
      ‐ omissions
      ‐ ambiguities
      • Amendments:
      ‐ extension to tender period
      ‐ changes resulting from queries
      3. Analyse and select successful bids and tenders and negotiate changes
      • Regulatory requirements:
      ‐ statutes
      ‐ regulations
      ‐ codes of practice and procedure
      • Criteria:
      ‐ quality and delivery record
      ‐ technical viability
      ‐ financial viability
      ‐ timescale
      ‐ Resources
      ‐ cost (budgets, rates)
      ‐ loading and cash flow
      ‐ policies which offer added value
      ‐ comparative criteria (benchmarking)
      ‐ weighting
      ‐ organisational policies
      ‐ regulatory requirements
      ‐ competence of people
      ‐ Building Information Modelling capability
      ‐ information delivery
      ‐ design quality and costing
      ‐ community benefits
      ‐ best whole life value
      ‐ open book accounting
      • Tenderers:
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ sub/works/trade contractors
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ consultants
      • Variations, adjustments and corrections:
      ‐ price
      ‐ quantity
      ‐ quality
      ‐ standards
      ‐ logistics
      ‐ completion
      ‐ Maintenance
      ‐ after sales service
      ‐ method of payment
      ‐ contract conditions
      ‐ scope of service
      ‐ terms and conditions
      ‐ client amendment
      suite
      Construction Senior Management
    21. Implement, monitor and control strategic procurement systems in construction management
      COSCSMO10 This standard is about agreeing and implementing with stakeholders what systems are most effective for managing the project.
      duty
      1. Agree and implement systems with suppliers and services 1 specify and agree the ways in which systems will be managed and aligned with suppliers and services 2 identify and agree, with stakeholders, the changes to systems which are necessary to meet technical and quality requirements 3 develop and implement systems, identify any problems and make appropriate modifications before moving to full implementation 4 check that the alignment of systems conforms to the requirements of data protection legislation 5 negotiate and agree formal contractual arrangements that set out the requirements for the implementation and operation of strategic sourcing partnerships
      2. Monitor and control arrangements for strategic sourcing 6 review the terms of contract regularly with suppliers and services and assess whether there are continued benefits 7 monitor the performance of suppliers and services against agreed standards and quantify any variations in performance 8 inform suppliers and services about variations in performance from contract terms, and provide them with advice and information about the changes needed and the time allowed to make the changes 9 investigate variations and problems, identify likely causes and inform all those who are affected 10 assess existing sourcing arrangements against alternative supply options regularly and estimate the relative benefits and advantages
      knowledge
      1. Agree and implement systems with suppliers and services 1 how and why to specify with suppliers and services the ways in which systems will be managed and aligned (evaluation) 2 how and why to agree with suppliers and services the ways in which systems will be managed and aligned (evaluation) 3 what to identify with stakeholders as the changes to systems which may be necessary to meet technical and quality requirements (understanding) 4 how and why to agree with stakeholders the changes to systems which may be necessary to meet technical and quality requirements (evaluation) 5 how and why to develop systems (synthesis) 6 how to implement systems (application) 7 what to identify as any problems with systems (understanding) 8 how to make appropriate modifications to systems before moving to full implementation (application) 9 how to check that the alignment of systems conforms to the requirements of data protection legislation (application) 10 how and why to negotiate formal contractual arrangements that set out the requirements for the implementation and operation of strategic sourcing partnerships (synthesis) 11 how and why to agree formal contractual arrangements that set out the requirements for the implementation and operation of strategic sourcing partnerships (evaluation)
      2. Monitor and control arrangements for strategic sourcing 12 how and why to review the terms of contract with suppliers and services (analysis) 13 how and why to assess whether the terms of contract provide continued benefits (analysis) 14 how and why to monitor the performance of suppliers and services against agreed standards (analysis) 15 how and why to quantify any variations in performance of suppliers and services (analysis) 16 how to inform suppliers and services about variations in performance from contract terms (application) 17 how and why to provide suppliers and services with advice and information about the changes needed and the time allowed to make the changes (synthesis) 18 how and why to investigate variations and problems (analysis) 19 what to identify as the likely causes of variations and problems (understanding) 20 how to inform all those who are affected (application) 21 how and why to assess existing sourcing arrangements against alternative supply options (analysis) 22 how and why to estimate the relative benefits and advantages of alternative supply options (analysis)
      context
      1. Agree and implement systems with suppliers and services
      • Systems:
      ‐ manual
      ‐ electronic
      ‐ Building Information Modelling
      ‐ TQM systems
      ‐ design
      ‐ commercial
      ‐ health and safety
      ‐ environmental
      ‐ time management
      ‐ open book forms linked to outcomes
      ‐ agreed payment procedure
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ the client
      ‐ the client’s financial advisers
      ‐ design consultants
      ‐ potential contractors
      ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ facilities/asset managers
      ‐ potential investors
      ‐ funding agencies
      ‐ independent client adviser
      ‐ user groups
      2. Monitor and control arrangements for strategic sourcing
      • Monitoring - methods:
      ‐ in-house reporting
      ‐ consultant
      • Those who are affected:
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ users
      suite
      Construction Senior Management
    22. Manage installation, commissioning and handover of retrofit works
      COSVR757 This standard is about managing the installation, commissioning and handover of retrofit work in accordance with organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. observe and apply organisational requirements appropriate for the protection of the workforce, sub-contractors, suppliers, consultants, occupants, visitors, the general public, and the environment by the application of information relating to:
      • methods of work
      • risk assessments
      • safe use and storage of tools
      • safe use and storage of materials and components
      • traffic management
      • emergency plans
      • fire safety
      • acoustic and sound insulation
      • thermal insulation
      • workforce competency
      • site constraints
      2. manage the implementation of the retrofit plan ensuring effective and efficient working practices compliant with design and quality standards, for a given occupational area
      3. review and record on works progress against the project programme, resources and planned sequencing of works, and recommend and take corrective action when required
      4. recognise and report defects in installation, with specific reference to six of the following:
      • gaps in installation
      • missing and inappropriate fixings
      • detailing at corners, edges, junctions and openings
      • interaction with building services
      • combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
      • fire safety
      • acoustic and sound insulation
      • thermal bypass and thermal bridges
      • loading
      5. record and report that ventilation is not compromised and complies with all relevant standards for the following:
      • gas and other combustion appliances
      • flues
      • general ventilation
      6. check and record that the retrofit works conform to quality, standards and compliance with the retrofit design and manufacturers’ instructions, throughout the installation process, for at least fourteen of the following:
      • alterations to the structure
      • loadings
      • fixings
      • corners, junctions and edges of building elements
      • interfaces between the building fabric, services and the occupants
      • windows and doors including reveals, sills and soffits
      • thermal bypass
      • thermal bridges
      • air tightness
      • vapour barriers
      • moisture movement
      • moisture ingress
      • condensation risks
      • rainwater goods
      • mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP)
      • fire safety
      • acoustic and sound insulation
      7. recommend, record and implement corrective actions when required for at least fourteen of the following:
      • alterations to the structure
      • loadings
      • fixings
      • corners, junctions and edges of building elements
      • interfaces between the building fabric, services and the occupants
      • windows and doors including reveals, sills and soffits
      • thermal bypass
      • thermal bridges
      • air tightness
      • vapour barriers
      • moisture movement
      • moisture ingress
      • condensation risks
      • rainwater goods
      • mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP)
      • combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
      • fire safety
      • acoustic and sound insulation
      8. manage the scheduling and coordination of the inspection, testing, and commissioning and record the outcomes for retrofit works
      9. recommend, record and implement any required corrective actions for retrofit works following commissioning including but not limited to two of the following:
      • ventilation
      • combustion appliances
      • heat recovery devices
      • heating systems
      • hot water systems
      • lighting fittings
      • systems and controls
      • insulation
      • draught proofing
      • windows and doors
      • solar blinds, shutter and shading devices
      • renewable energy installations
      • fire safety
      • acoustic and sound insulation
      10. manage the project handover on completion of the installation of retrofit works
      knowledge
      1. Observe and apply organisational requirements
      • what organisational requirements apply to the protection of the workforce, sub-contractors, suppliers, consultants, occupants, visitors, the general public, and the environment in relation to the following:
      ‐ methods of work
      ‐ risk assessment
      ‐ safe use and storage of tools
      ‐ safe use and storage of materials and components
      ‐ traffic management
      ‐ emergency plans
      ‐ fire safety
      ‐ acoustic and sound insulation
      ‐ thermal insulation
      ‐ workforce competency
      ‐ site constraints
      2. Manage implementation of the retrofit plan
      • why it is important to manage the implementation of the retrofit plan ensuring effective and efficient working practices compliant with design and quality standards for a given occupational area, and how to do this
      • why it is required, and how to ensure operatives undertaking the installation, commissioning and handover are qualified to do so for a given occupational area
      3. Review and record on works progress
      • why reviewing and recording on works progress against the project programme, resources and planned sequencing of works is required
      • how to review, record and report on works progress against the project programme, resources and planned sequencing of work
      • when and how to recommend and take corrective action
      • how to identify potential risks of failure and mitigate through planning, accuracy, dimensional control and sequencing of work, including but not limited to:
      ‐ technical and performance risks: a thermal bridges b heating c ventilation d thermal bypass e condensation and interstitial condensation f alterations in structure g moisture movement h fire safety i acoustic and sound insulation
      ‐ inefficiencies
      ‐ additional costs
      ‐ delays to programme
      ‐ abortive works
      ‐ duplication
      ‐ damage
      ‐ latent defects
      4. Recognise defects in installation
      • how to recognise defects in installation with specific reference to:
      ‐ gaps in installation
      ‐ missing and inappropriate fixings
      ‐ detailing at corners, edges, junctions and openings
      ‐ interaction with building services
      ‐ combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
      ‐ fire safety
      ‐ acoustic and sound insulation
      ‐ thermal bypass and thermal bridges
      ‐ loading
      • how and when to propose suitable corrective action for any defects in installation
      5. Check, record and report that ventilation is not compromised
      • why it is important to check, record and report that ventilation is not compromised and complies with all relevant standards, and how to do this, for the following:
      ‐ gas and other combustion appliances
      ‐ flues
      ‐ general ventilation
      6. Check and record installation of works
      • why it is required to carry out specified checks of the retrofit works during installation and record the works conform to:
      ‐ quality
      ‐ standards
      ‐ manufacturers’ instructions, technical information and product data sheets
      ‐ retrofit design
      • how to check and record installation of works for quality, standards and compliance with the retrofit design, and manufacturers’ instructions for the following:
      ‐ alterations to the structure
      ‐ loadings
      ‐ fixings
      ‐ corners, junctions and edges of building elements
      ‐ interfaces between the building fabric, services and the occupants
      ‐ windows and doors including reveals, sills and soffits
      ‐ thermal bypass
      ‐ thermal bridges
      ‐ air tightness
      ‐ vapour barriers
      ‐ moisture movement
      ‐ moisture ingress
      ‐ condensation and interstitial condensation risks
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP)
      ‐ fire safety
      ‐ acoustic and sound insulation
      • the potential risks and implications of non-compliance and poor quality installations over time for active and passive fire safety measures
      • the principles of a building as a system and its component parts and the importance of identifying standards and the consequences of failure to follow organisational requirements
      • the potential risks and implications of non-compliance and poor quality installations over time including but not limited to:
      ‐ occupant health and safety
      ‐ indoor air quality
      ‐ mould
      ‐ performance gaps
      ‐ rot
      ‐ building fabric decay
      ‐ overheating
      • the importance of maintaining ventilation
      • how to recognise ventilation and air movement pathways through buildings and ensure that these are maintained, whilst balancing the need for airtightness
      • how to recognise the different properties of insulation materials and how these relate to thermal, moisture, condensation, acoustic and sound and fire safety
      • the different types of air and vapour control layers and breather membranes, where and how they should be used, and why it is important to install them correctly
      • the importance of ensuring the integrity of air and vapour control layers and breather membranes following installation and the need to ensure continuity
      • how condensation forms in buildings, how this relates to moisture and moisture movement and what steps can be taken to mitigate potential risks
      • why a whole building approach is taken to retrofit works and how this relates to building performance and building use
      7. Recommend, record and implement corrective actions
      • how and when to recommend, record and implement corrective actions for the following:
      ‐ alterations to the structure
      ‐ loadings
      ‐ fixings
      ‐ corners, junctions and edges of building elements
      ‐ interfaces between the building fabric, services and the occupants
      ‐ windows and doors including reveals, sills and soffits
      ‐ thermal bypass
      ‐ thermal bridges
      ‐ air tightness
      ‐ vapour barriers
      ‐ moisture movement
      ‐ moisture ingress
      ‐ condensation and interstitial condensation risks
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP)
      ‐ combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
      ‐ fire safety
      ‐ acoustic and sound insulation
      8. Manage the scheduling and coordination of the inspection testing and commissioning
      • why managing the scheduling and coordination of the inspection testing and commissioning for retrofit works is required
      • how to manage the scheduling and coordination of the inspection testing and commissioning for retrofit works
      • why it is required and how to record outcomes for retrofit works, services and fabric
      • the range of non-destructive testing and investigation methods including but not limited to:
      ‐ thermal imaging
      ‐ moisture content of building fabric
      ‐ air tightness for building envelope and identifying air filtration and air leakage points
      ‐ energy use of buildings from meters and sub-meters for individual systems
      ‐ sound insulation testing
      ‐ borescope testing
      • the stages of commissioning including but not limited to:
      ‐ setting-to-work
      ‐ regulation
      ‐ performance optimisation
      ‐ recording
      ‐ post-commissioning checks
      ‐ fine tuning during occupancy
      • why the final commissioning of all building services is done together, rather than separately
      9. Recommend, record and implement corrective actions for retrofit works following commissioning
      • why recommending, recording and implementing corrective actions is required following commissioning
      • how to recommend, record and implement corrective actions following commissioning
      10. Manage, monitor and evaluate the project handover
      • why it is important to manage the project handover on completion of the installation, and how to do this
      • why monitoring and evaluation of the project handover is required
      • how to manage the project handover in accordance with the handover strategy and requirements of relevant certification schemes
      • how to gather, record, analyse and interpret information
      • how to convey the following information about the installed measures:
      ‐ physical inspection and explanation of function and operation
      ‐ demonstrate the safe operation of any components, devices and controls
      ‐ visual checks to ensure the recipient is able to operate the components, devices and controls
      ‐ care needed to avoid detrimental effects
      ‐ maintenance, including requirements to comply with guarantees and warranties
      ‐ efficient operation to facilitate the delivery of intended reduction in energy use
      ‐ importance of ventilation
      ‐ post completion services
      ‐ provision of documentation including end-user advice information
      • how to present information and recommendations for any remedial actions or changes to the retrofit process required, to relevant stakeholders including, but not limited to:
      ‐ clients
      ‐ designers and contract administrators
      ‐ installers and contractors
      ‐ end-users
      ‐ external enforcement and quality assurance bodies
      ‐ funding organisations
      ‐ guarantee or warranty providers
      • how to ensure operatives undertaking the handover are vocationally competent to do so and have access to adequate knowledge of the measures and the behaviours required for their safe, efficient and effective operation and maintenance
      • when to undertake the handover procedure, including a phased handover
      • when basic, intermediate and advanced levels of monitoring and evaluation are required and what information is required for each
      • timescales for completing and reporting different levels of monitoring and evaluation
      • who are the recipients of the handover process
      • which stakeholders require copies of the following documentation:
      ‐ test certificates and commissioning records
      ‐ operation and maintenance instructions and manuals
      ‐ warranty and guarantee certificates
      ‐ as constructed plans
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    23. Manage marketing and customer service in construction management
      COSCSMO18 This standard is about establishing and managing the marketing and customer service process to meet organisational and business objectives. You will need to develop and implement a marketing process that helps promote new business and opportunities to improve branding, corporate image and market share.
      duty
      1. Identify and resource the development of new products and services to meet market needs 1 review the organisation's operations and evaluate its strengths and weaknesses to compete in potential markets 2 identify appropriate and realistic market areas for the organisation and summarise the information accurately 3 analyse the demand for and type of new products and services within the identified market areas 4 identify opportunities to use new marketing technologies, materials and techniques to meet identified market needs 5 ensure that the resources needed are calculated accurately and that sufficient resources are allocated for the development of new products and services 6 negotiate additional resources in cases where existing resources are insufficient to meet development costs 7 select new and innovative products and services for development which are based on an accurate evaluation of the organisation's business policy
      2. Develop and implement a marketing strategy 8 evaluate the present image and reputation of the organisation with the target audience and identify the potential client base 9 develop an information gathering system to support the development of marketing and promotion strategies 10 identify and agree potential new business opportunities 11 evaluate marketing and promotion options and develop a clear and relevant strategy which is capable of making a significant impact on the target audience 12 choose methods, media and techniques for the marketing and promotion of the organisation which are consistent with the corporate image 13 negotiate, agree and implement a programme and budget to deliver the agreed marketing and promotion strategy 14 monitor the marketing and promotion strategy regularly, review the impact and make modifications which will improve market presence and penetration
      3. Develop and maintain a policy to maximise client and customer satisfaction 15 analyse market research to determine realistically the type and quality of services clients and customers will need 16 develop a clear and realistic client and customer service policy and agree it with decision makers 17 develop a policy for client and customer service which summarises the organisation's agreed policy and circulate it to all the workforce 18 develop and introduce an appropriate client and customer service system, which will meet the service needs 19 develop and introduce systems for obtaining client and customer feedback and monitor them regularly for both positive and negative feedback 20 summarise positive client and customer feedback and circulate it to decision makers 21 investigate and respond to negative client and customer feedback and individual complaints promptly and resolve cases 22 produce regular summaries of client and customer complaints and compliments, the action taken and recommendations for future action and circulate the summaries to decision makers
      knowledge
      1. Identify and resource the development of new products and services to meet market needs 1 how and why to review the organisation's operations (analysis) 2 how and why to evaluate the organisation's strengths and weaknesses to compete in potential markets (evaluation) 3 what to identify as appropriate and realistic market areas for the organisation (understanding) 4 how to summarise the information on realistic market areas for the organisation (application) 5 how and why to analyse the demand for and type of new products and services within the identified market areas (analysis) 6 what to identify as opportunities to use new marketing technologies, materials and techniques to meet identified market needs (understanding) 7 how and why to ensure that the resources needed are calculated accurately and that sufficient resources are allocated for the development of new products and services (application) 8 how and why to negotiate additional resources in cases where existing resources are insufficient to meet development costs (synthesis) 9 how and why to select new and innovative products and services for development which are based on an accurate evaluation of the organisation's business policy (evaluation)
      2. Develop and implement a marketing strategy 10 how and why to evaluate the present image and reputation of the organisation with the target audience (evaluation) 11 what to identify as the potential client base (understanding) 12 how and why to develop an information gathering system to support the development of marketing and promotion strategies (synthesis) 13 what to identify as potential new business opportunities (understanding) 14 how and why to agree potential new business opportunities (evaluation) 15 how and why to evaluate marketing and promotion options (evaluation) 16 how and why to develop a clear and relevant strategy which is capable of making a significant impact on the target audience (evaluation) 17 how and why to choose methods, media and techniques for the marketing and promotion of the organisation which are consistent with the corporate image (evaluation) 18 how and why to negotiate a programme and budget to deliver the agreed marketing and promotion strategy (synthesis) 19 how and why to agree a programme and budget to deliver the agreed marketing and promotion strategy (evaluation) 20 how to implement a programme and budget to deliver the agreed marketing and promotion strategy (application) 21 how and why to monitor the marketing and promotion strategy regularly (analysis) 22 how and why to review the impact and make modifications which will improve market presence and penetration (analysis)
      3. Develop and maintain a policy to maximise client and customer satisfaction 23 how and why to analyse market research to determine realistically the type and quality of services clients and customers will need (analysis) 24 how and why to develop a clear and realistic client and customer service policy (evaluation) 25 how and why to agree a realistic client and customer service policy with decision makers (evaluation) 26 how and why to develop a policy for client and customer service which summarises the organisation's agreed policy (evaluation) 27 how to circulate the agreed policy for client and customer service to all the workforce (application) 28 how and why to develop an appropriate client and customer service system, which will meet the service needs (evaluation) 29 how and why to introduce an appropriate client and customer service system, which will meet the service needs (synthesis) 30 how and why to develop systems for obtaining client and customer feedback (evaluation) 31 how and why to introduce systems for obtaining client and customer feedback (synthesis) 32 how and why to monitor systems for obtaining client and customer feedback regularly for both positive and negative feedback (analysis) 33 how to summarise positive client and customer feedback (application) 34 how to circulate positive client and customer feedback to decision makers (application) 35 how and why to investigate negative client and customer feedback and individual complaints promptly (analysis) 36 how to respond to negative client and customer feedback and individual complaints promptly (application) 37 how to resolve cases of negative client and customer feedback and individual complaints promptly (synthesis) 38 how and why to produce regular summaries of client and customer complaints and compliments, the action taken and recommendations for future action (application) 39 how to circulate the summaries of client and customer complaints and compliments, the action taken and recommendations for future action to decision makers (application)
      context
      1. Identify and resource the development of new products and services to meet market needs
      • The organisation’s operations:
      ‐ new and innovative services, products and processes (benefits and features)
      ‐ information management systems
      ‐ customer requirements
      ‐ communications with potential customers and partners
      ‐ legal requirements and statutory legislation
      ‐ past and future negotiations
      ‐ specifications
      ‐ pricing strategy
      ‐ recording systems
      ‐ time schedules
      ‐ quality
      ‐ identification of competitors
      ‐ target markets
      ‐ training
      • Strengths and weaknesses:
      ‐ market share
      ‐ scope of products and services
      ‐ availability of resources
      ‐ working practices
      ‐ productivity
      ‐ profitability and cost factors
      ‐ corporate values
      ‐ environmental impact
      ‐ energy performance
      ‐ socio-economic factors
      ‐ ability to innovate
      ‐ efficiency of systems (including information technology)
      ‐ product life-cycle
      ‐ understanding of client's needs
      ‐ standardisation
      ‐ competence of staff
      • Analysis - methods:
      ‐ feasibility studies
      ‐ SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats) analyses
      ‐ feedback
      • Products and services:
      ‐ design
      ‐ finance
      ‐ build
      ‐ operate
      ‐ research, development and innovation
      ‐ technological
      ‐ consultation
      ‐ advisory
      ‐ project management
      • Resources:
      ‐ people (knowledge, training, competence)
      ‐ plant and equipment
      ‐ materials
      ‐ sub-contractors and suppliers
      ‐ partners
      ‐ external services
      ‐ financial resources
      ‐ accommodation
      2. Develop and implement a marketing strategy
      • Present image and reputation of the organisation:
      ‐ market share
      ‐ scope of products and services
      ‐ availability of resources
      ‐ working practices
      ‐ productivity
      ‐ profitability and cost factors
      ‐ corporate values
      ‐ environmental impact
      ‐ socio-economic factors
      • Information gathering system:
      ‐ organisation sources
      ‐ external sources
      ‐ customer feedback
      ‐ specialists
      ‐ market research
      • Marketing and promotion:
      ‐ branding
      ‐ corporate image
      ‐ professional networks
      ‐ sponsorship
      ‐ publications
      ‐ samples
      ‐ relation with press and media
      ‐ advertising policies
      ‐ direct and indirect client and customer relations
      ‐ presentations
      ‐ e-commerce
      ‐ delivery
      • Potential new business opportunities:
      ‐ products and services
      ‐ developments and projects
      ‐ customers and markets
      • Monitoring:
      ‐ market share
      ‐ levels of resource allocation
      ‐ profitability
      ‐ reputation
      ‐ image
      3. Develop and maintain a policy to maximise client and customer satisfaction
      • Clients and customers:
      ‐ individuals
      ‐ external organisations
      ‐ departments or teams
      • Client and customer service:
      ‐ quality
      ‐ timescales
      ‐ cost
      ‐ communication and involvement in decision making
      ‐ conduct
      ‐ pre-contract
      ‐ post-contract
      ‐ after care
      • Policy:
      ‐ relationships with clients
      ‐ statutory rights and the organisational response
      ‐ operational expectations and performance
      ‐ policy regarding adherence to current norms of business ethics and practice
      ‐ environmental concerns
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    24. Manage project handover
      COSVR742 This standard is about confirming that the project requirements meet the stakeholders' expectations, developing, agreeing and following a project handover programme. Identifying, agreeing and arranging for the completion of outstanding work and handing over responsibilities and documentation for the project in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. confirm project requirements, consult with stakeholders and develop, agree and record a handover programme
      2. check that project requirements have been met, or record outstanding work, including any remedial activities or defects, in order to agree, arrange and record a satisfactory completion
      3. carry out handover inspections, relevant tests and commissioning activities ensuring they are recorded and certificated
      4. record stakeholder concerns during inspection, agree and record any actions required
      5. ensure that at least three of the following stakeholders’ respective responsibilities are recorded, accepted and adopted on handover
      • insurance
      • security
      • operations
      • health, safety and wellbeing
      • utility supply
      • environmental
      • sustainability
      6. assemble, record and hand over relevant documentation for the following in accordance with the project
      • manuals and guidance materials
      • plans
      • operating equipment
      • security information and equipment
      • certificates
      • services
      • systems
      • equipment
      • materials
      • maintenance records
      • structural design
      knowledge
      1. Handover programme
      • how to consult with stakeholders to confirm the following project requirements to develop a handover programme
      ‐ time
      ‐ quality
      ‐ cost
      ‐ health and safety
      ‐ sustainability
      ‐ defects rectification period
      ‐ warranties
      • why it is important a handover programme
      2. Project requirements and outstanding work
      • how to check that the following project requirements have been met
      ‐ time
      ‐ quality
      ‐ cost
      ‐ health and safety
      ‐ sustainability
      ‐ defects rectification period
      ‐ warranties
      • how to record outstanding work in order to agree and arrange a satisfactory completion
      • why it is important to check project requirements and outstanding work to agree a satisfactory completion
      3. Handover inspections and tests
      • how to carry out handover inspections
      • the range of tests required on handover
      • how to ensure relevant tests are witnessed by the following stakeholders
      ‐ client, customer or their representative
      ‐ users
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ regulatory authorities
      • how to ensure relevant certification is acquired
      • why it is important handover inspections and certificates
      4. Stakeholder concerns
      • how to record the following stakeholders’ concerns during inspections
      ‐ client, customer or their representative
      ‐ users
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ regulatory authorities
      • how to agree relevant actions during inspections with stakeholders
      • why stakeholders’ concerns need to be addressed
      5. Stakeholder responsibilities
      • how to ensure the following accept and adopt the following responsibilities on handover
      6. stakeholders
      • client, customer or their representative
      ‐ users
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ regulatory authorities
      7. responsibilities
      • insurance
      ‐ security
      ‐ operations
      ‐ health, safety and wellbeing
      ‐ utility supply
      ‐ environmental
      ‐ sustainability
      • why it is required for stakeholders to accept their responsibilities
      8. documentation
      • how to assemble the following relevant documentation in accordance with the project
      ‐ manuals and guidance materials
      ‐ plans
      ‐ operating equipment
      ‐ security information and equipment
      ‐ certificates
      ‐ services
      ‐ systems
      ‐ equipment
      ‐ materials
      ‐ maintenance records
      ‐ structural design
      • how to hand over relevant documentation in accordance with the project requirements
      • why it is required to assemble and hand over appropriate documentation for the project
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    25. Manage project processes in construction management
      COSCSMO14 This standard is about preparing a strategy for the project using the most appropriate team. The needs of the stakeholders will need to be identified along with the requirements of the brief and schedule.
      duty
      1. Assess and manage project risks and opportunities 1 identify and review project information and processes relating to risks and opportunities 2 identify and assess the significance and ownership of the risks and opportunities 3 select the most effective risk management methods and procedures to manage residual risks that comply with all relevant regulations and guidelines 4 identify the activities and resources required to implement the risk management methods 5 specify clearly the procedures for implementing the risk management methods and procedures 6 implement and maintain the risk management methods and procedures and modify them to meet changed circumstances
      2. Develop and maintain systems for managing health, safety and welfare 7 encourage a culture of health, safety and welfare on the project and identify and recommend opportunities for improving the work environment 8 develop and maintain adequate health, safety and welfare policies and systems which meet organisational and statutory requirements 9 allocate health, safety and welfare responsibilities, equipment and resources to people which are consistent with organisational and statutory requirements, and the specific project requirements 10 develop and implement systems which meet statutory requirements for identifying and reducing hazards and reporting accidents and emergencies and preventing recurrence 11 ensure that health, safety and welfare systems are checked regularly, in accordance with organisational and statutory requirements, and identify and record any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations
      3. Establish and manage project team activities 12 prepare a strategy for the project which makes the best use of the capabilities of all project team members 13 examine stakeholder needs and intentions from the brief, discuss and clarify them with stakeholders and resolve any issues 14 develop clear parameters which will enable the project to meet the requirements of the brief and schedules 15 set up arrangements to achieve communication and trust between stakeholders 16 set up and agree, with the project team members, appropriate and realistic methods for project development, evaluation, modification, monitoring and updating 17 identify potential areas needing investigation and agree a realistic timescale and costs with the project team 18 motivate, coach and involve project team members to maximise and integrate their contributions to the project development 19 monitor the progress of the project team and provide members with feedback on timing, task completion and team processes 20 coordinate feedback sessions in a manner which is suitable for the needs and capabilities of the project team and which allows each team member enough time to express their views
      4. Implement project organisation and communication systems 21 identify the organisational and communication needs for the project 22 implement systems which are compatible with those used by the client and supply chain and which enable clear and effective management, and administrative and operational controls 23 produce information about people's roles and responsibilities, the project, and the organisational structure, and circulate the information to stakeholders 24 introduce methods of communicating, reporting, recording and retrieving information between stakeholders which are appropriate to the needs of the project and monitor the methods regularly for effectiveness 25 set up systems for recording and providing feedback on the ways in which resources are allocated and used 26 audit health, safety and welfare systems regularly, in accordance with organisational and statutory requirements, and identify and record any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations and if necessary take responsibility restoring compliance
      5. Obtain and evaluate project feedback information and make improvements 27 promote the value of making improvements from feedback throughout the project and encourage stakeholders to collaborate and deliver feedback information to collaborate and deliver feedback information 28 identify and agree the areas to focus on for making improvements from feedback 29 identify and agree valid and reliable methods and sources for obtaining feedback information on projects and for assessing and recommending improvements from feedback 30 obtain, investigate and review the feedback information, match it against the original requirements and objectives and summarise both positive and negative factors 31 recommend improvements from feedback received and justify the recommendations to decision makers 32 classify improvements from feedback which have been agreed and incorporate them accurately into updated procedures and databases
      knowledge
      1. Assess and manage project risks and opportunities 1 what to identify as the project information and processes relating to risks and opportunities (understanding) 2 how and why to review project information and processes relating to risks and opportunities (analysis) 3 what to identify as the significance and ownership of the risks and opportunities (understanding) 4 how and why to assess the significance and ownership of the risks and opportunities (analysis) 5 how and why to select the most effective risk management methods and procedures to manage residual risks that comply with all relevant regulations and guidelines (evaluation) 6 what to identify as the activities and resources required to implement the risk management methods (understanding) 7 how and why to specify clearly the procedures for implementing the risk management methods and procedures (evaluation) 8 how to implement the risk management methods and procedures (application) 9 how to maintain the risk management methods and procedures (application) 10 how to modify the risk management methods and procedures to meet changed circumstances (application)
      2. Develop and maintain systems for managing health, safety and welfare 11 how and why to encourage a culture of health, safety and welfare on the project (application) 12 what to identify as opportunities for improving the work environment (understanding) 13 how and why to recommend opportunities for improving the work environment (synthesis) 14 how and why to develop adequate health, safety and welfare policies and systems which meet organisational and statutory requirements (synthesis) 15 how to maintain adequate health, safety and welfare policies and systems which meet organisational and statutory requirements (application) 16 how to allocate health, safety and welfare responsibilities, equipment and resources to people which are consistent with organisational and statutory requirements, and the specific project requirements (application) 17 how and why to develop systems which meet statutory requirements for identifying and reducing hazards and reporting accidents and emergencies and preventing recurrence (synthesis) 18 how to implement systems which meet statutory requirements for identifying and reducing hazards and reporting accidents and emergencies and preventing recurrence (application) 19 how to ensure that health, safety and welfare systems are checked regularly, in accordance with organisational and statutory requirements, (application) 20 what to identify as any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations (understanding) 21 how to record any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations (application)
      3. Establish and manage project team activities 22 how and why to prepare a strategy for the project which makes the best use of the capabilities of all project team members (evaluation) 23 how and why to examine stakeholder needs and intentions from the brief (analysis) 24 how to discuss stakeholder needs and intentions from the brief (synthesis) 25 how to clarify stakeholder needs and intentions and resolve any issues (application) 26 how and why to develop clear parameters which will enable the project to meet the requirements of the brief and schedules (synthesis) 27 how and why to set up arrangements to achieve communication and trust between stakeholders (synthesis) 28 how and why to set up with the project team members, appropriate and realistic methods for project development, evaluation, modification, monitoring and updating (synthesis) 29 how and why to agree with the project team members, appropriate and realistic methods for project development, evaluation, modification, monitoring and updating (evaluation) 30 what to identify as potential areas needing investigation (understanding) 31 how and why to agree a realistic timescale and costs with the project team (evaluation) 32 how and why to motivate project team members to maximise and integrate their contributions to the project development (synthesis) 33 how and why to coach project team members to maximise and integrate their contributions to the project development (synthesis) 34 how to involve project team members to maximise and integrate their contributions to the project development (application) 35 how and why to monitor the progress of the project team (analysis) 36 how to provide members with feedback on timing, task completion and team processes (application) 37 how and why to coordinate feedback sessions in a manner which is suitable for the needs and capabilities of the project team and which allows each team member enough time to express their views (synthesis)
      4. Implement project organisation and communication systems 38 what to identify as the organisational and communication needs for the project (understanding) 39 how to implement systems which are compatible with those used by the client and supply chain and which enable clear and effective management, and administrative and operational controls (application) 40 how to produce information about people's roles and responsibilities, the project, and the organisational structure (application) 41 how to circulate the information about people's roles and responsibilities, the project, and the organisational structure to stakeholders (application) 42 how to introduce methods of communicating, reporting, recording and retrieving information between stakeholders which are appropriate to the needs of the project (synthesis) 43 how and why to monitor the methods of communicating, reporting, recording and retrieving information between stakeholders regularly for effectiveness (analysis) 44 how and why to set up systems for recording and providing feedback on the ways in which resources are allocated and used (synthesis) 45 how and why to audit health, safety and welfare systems regularly, in accordance with organisational and statutory requirements (analysis) 46 what to identify as any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations (understanding) 47 how to record any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations (application) 48 how and why to take responsibility restoring compliance with regulations where necessary (evaluation)
      5. Obtain and evaluate project feedback information and make improvements 49 how to promote the value of making improvements from feedback throughout the project (synthesis) 50 how to encourage stakeholders to collaborate and deliver feedback information (application) 51 what to identify as the areas to focus on for making improvements from feedback (understanding) 52 how and why to agree the areas to focus on for making improvements from feedback (evaluation) 53 what to identify as valid and reliable methods and sources for obtaining feedback information on projects and for assessing and recommending improvements from feedback (understanding) 54 how and why to agree valid and reliable methods and sources for obtaining feedback information on projects and for assessing and recommending improvements from feedback (evaluation) 55 how to obtain the feedback information (application) 56 how and why to investigate the feedback information (analysis) 57 how and why to review the feedback information (analysis) 58 how and why to match feedback information against the original requirements and objectives (synthesis) 59 how to summarise both positive and negative factors from feedback information (application) 60 how and why to recommend improvements from feedback received (synthesis) 61 how and why to justify the recommended improvements from feedback to decision makers (evaluation) 62 how to classify improvements from feedback which have been agreed (application) 63 how to incorporate improvements from feedback accurately into updated procedures and databases (application)
      context
      1. Assess and manage project risks and opportunities
      • Project information:
      ‐ environmental
      ‐ statutory and legal requirements
      ‐ client, user and community requirements
      ‐ construction and technical requirements
      ‐ site constraints
      ‐ finance, procurement and contract
      ‐ quality
      ‐ cost
      ‐ Programme
      • Risks:
      ‐ health, safety and welfare
      ‐ site environment
      ‐ management and workforce experience
      ‐ information management and project stage decision making
      ‐ complexity and scope
      ‐ consents
      ‐ team composition
      ‐ project costs
      ‐ impact on business
      ‐ technical considerations
      ‐ Programme
      ‐ contract form
      ‐ availability of resources
      ‐ maintenance and communication of information
      ‐ innovation
      ‐ poor quality
      ‐ impact on natural and built environment
      ‐ impact of users; public and third parties
      ‐ impact on community
      ‐ impact of political risk
      ‐ resource scarcity
      • Opportunities:
      ‐ impact on the natural and built environment
      ‐ impact on users, public and third parties
      ‐ improved quality
      ‐ improved procurement
      ‐ programme reduction
      ‐ specification change
      ‐ business benefit
      ‐ profitability
      ‐ scope reduction
      ‐ sustainable development
      • Risk management methods and procedures:
      ‐ risk identification
      ‐ risk assessment
      ‐ prevention, reduction and protection
      ‐ risk register
      • Resources:
      ‐ people
      ‐ materials, plant and equipment
      ‐ finance
      ‐ time
      ‐ specialist services
      ‐ utility services
      ‐ Information
      2. Develop and maintain systems for managing health, safety and welfare
      • Culture of health, safety & welfare:
      ‐ personal values, attitudes and behaviours
      ‐ communicating and passing on information
      ‐ accident and incident reporting
      ‐ giving and receiving feedback
      ‐ situational awareness
      ‐ recognising and responding to potential changes
      ‐ materials, plant and equipment and their constraints and failure points
      • Organisation and statutory requirements:
      ‐ construction specific health, safety and welfare regulations
      ‐ general health, safety and welfare legislation
      ‐ recognised industry codes of practice
      ‐ organisational procedures
      ‐ safety audit
      ‐ health and safety plans
      • Equipment and resources:
      ‐ protective clothing
      ‐ protective equipment
      ‐ first aid facilities
      ‐ welfare facilities
      ‐ storage and security of materials and equipment
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ fire fighting equipment
      ‐ provision of health, safety and welfare training
      ‐ hazard warnings
      • Specific project requirements:
      ‐ contract
      ‐ organisational policy
      ‐ site, construction, induction and installation operations
      ‐ risk assessments
      ‐ demolition
      ‐ control of nuisance (e.g. noise, dust, transport and waste management)
      ‐ language
      ‐ first-aid arrangements
      ‐ statutory notices
      ‐ accident and incident reporting
      3. Establish and manage project team activities
      • Project team:
      ‐ client
      ‐ design and development consultants
      ‐ potential contractors
      ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ partners in the development programme
      ‐ facilities/asset managers
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ the client
      ‐ prospective occupiers/owners
      ‐ local community
      ‐ regulatory authorities
      ‐ government agencies
      ‐ facilities/asset managers
      • Requirements of the development brief and schedule:
      ‐ key decision stages
      ‐ objectives and targets
      ‐ scheduling and timetabling
      ‐ statutory deadlines
      ‐ team meetings
      ‐ procurement
      ‐ concurrent design and construction
      ‐ levels of design refinement at key decision stages
      ‐ level of risk/confidence
      • Communication:
      ‐ orally
      ‐ written
      ‐ electronically
      • Methods for project development, evaluation, modification, monitoring and updating:
      ‐ responsibilities
      ‐ format
      ‐ content
      ‐ indexing
      ‐ distribution
      ‐ reviewing
      ‐ resolving conflicts
      ‐ revising
      ‐ quality control/assurance
      ‐ storage
      ‐ security
      ‐ retrieval
      ‐ statutory approval
      ‐ integration of data
      ‐ Building Information Modelling
      • Investigation:
      ‐ documentary search
      ‐ investigative research
      ‐ site investigation
      ‐ consultation with stakeholders
      ‐ physical/virtual models
      ‐ insurance risk/opportunities associated with new technology
      ‐ adaptation and mitigation
      4. Implement project organisation and communication systems
      • Organisational and communication needs:
      ‐ site management
      ‐ site/head office interface
      ‐ contract administration
      ‐ health, safety, and welfare
      ‐ environmental strategy
      ‐ Common Data Environment (CDE)
      ‐ team working
      ‐ design information management
      ‐ Building Information Modelling
      • Information about people’s roles and responsibilities:
      ‐ individual job descriptions, responsibilities and competence
      ‐ organisation charts
      ‐ contractual arrangements
      ‐ team
      ‐ skills, training and development
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ clients
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ third parties including public
      ‐ utility providers
      ‐ emergency services
      ‐ people working on site
      ‐ site visitors
      ‐ statutory authorities
      ‐ off-site manufacturing/suppliers
      ‐ facility/asset managers
      • Methods of communicating, reporting, recording and retrieving:
      ‐ oral
      ‐ written
      ‐ graphic
      ‐ electronic
      • Resources:
      ‐ people
      ‐ plant and equipment
      ‐ materials and components
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ information (digital models, drawings, graphical & non-graphical electronic data files)
      ‐ work area and facilities
      5. Obtain and evaluate project feedback information and make improvements
      • Improvements from feedback:
      ‐ management procedures
      ‐ client, design and construction team performance
      ‐ working arrangements
      ‐ formal and informal communications
      ‐ quality assurance and control
      ‐ design and technical appraisal
      ‐ operational appraisal
      ‐ performance in use
      ‐ energy use
      ‐ benchmarking
      ‐ sustainability
      ‐ post project review
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ the design team
      ‐ CDM co-ordinator (or recognised body under the CDM code of practice)
      ‐ specialist consultants
      ‐ the client
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ site inspectorate
      ‐ users
      ‐ managing agents
      ‐ stakeholders
      ‐ facility/asset managers
      • Feedback information:
      ‐ contract documentation
      ‐ project documentation
      ‐ organisational documentation
      ‐ standard communication details
      ‐ user feedback
      ‐ specification amendments
      ‐ product information
      ‐ government and statutory publications
      ‐ research and advisory data
      ‐ periodicals and abstracts
      • Methods and sources:
      ‐ project records and documentation
      ‐ Building Information Modelling
      ‐ application and methodology
      ‐ open book accounting
      ‐ site inspections
      ‐ scientific research and data
      ‐ studies of performance in use
      ‐ meetings
      ‐ questionnaires
      ‐ reports
      ‐ warranty claims
      ‐ Post Construction Evaluation (PCE)
      ‐ Post Occupancy Evaluation (POE)
      • Databases:
      ‐ manual files
      ‐ Building Information Model object library
      ‐ model templates
      ‐ standard drawings
      ‐ specifications
      ‐ pro-forma
      ‐ on-line
      ‐ quality management systems
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    26. Manage teams in construction management
      COSCSMO01 This standard is about identifying the team resources that are needed to deliver a particular project, and how the significant factors will impact on your team selection. You will select the project team following contractual and statutory rules and recognised industry processes.
      duty
      1. Select and form a project team 1 identify the team resources that are needed and where they can be obtained, and select those that meet agreed timescales and budget limits 2 identify any significant factors which will affect the number, type and availability of team resources 3 evaluate the quality and potential reliability of team resources and circulate the results to decision makers 4 negotiate and agree proposals of contractual arrangements for team resources which are likely to produce an effective team and follow necessary rules and formalities 5 follow the rules and formalities for obtaining team resources
      2. Develop and maintain working relationships 6 develop, maintain and encourage working relationships with people which promote goodwill, trust and respect 7 inform people about work activities in an appropriate level of detail and with an appropriate degree of urgency 8 offer advice and help to people about work activities with sensitivity and encourage questions, requests for clarification and comments 9 present proposals for action clearly to people at an appropriate time and with the right level of detail for the degree of change, expenditure and risk involved 10 clarify with people objections to proposals and suggest alternative proposals
      knowledge
      1. Select and form a project team 1 what to identify as the team resources that are needed and where they can be obtained (understanding) 2 how and why to select team resources that meet agreed timescales and budget limits (evaluation) 3 what to identify as significant factors which will affect the number, type and availability of team resources (understanding) 4 how and why to evaluate the quality and potential reliability of team resources (evaluation) 5 how to circulate to decision makers the results of the evaluations of the quality and reliability of team resources (application) 6 how and why to negotiate proposals of contractual arrangements for team resources (synthesis) 7 how and why to agree proposals of contractual arrangements for team resources (evaluation) 8 how to follow the rules and formalities for obtaining team resources (application)
      2. Develop and maintain working relationships 9 how and why to develop working relationships with people which promote goodwill, trust and respect (synthesis) 10 how to maintain working relationships with people which promote goodwill, trust and respect (application) 11 how to encourage working relationships with people which promote goodwill, trust and respect (application) 12 how to inform people about work activities in an appropriate level of detail and with an appropriate degree of urgency (application) 13 how and why to offer advice and help to people about work activities (synthesis) 14 how to encourage questions, requests for clarification and comments (application) 15 how to present proposals for action to people (application) 16 how to clarify with people objections to proposals (application) 17 how and why to suggest alternative proposals where objections have been raised (synthesis)
      context
      1. Select and form a project team
      • Team Resources:
      ‐ management
      ‐ technical staff
      ‐ specialist sub-contractors
      ‐ specialist services
      ‐ workforce
      • Significant factors:
      ‐ location
      ‐ cost
      ‐ time
      ‐ skills, experience and knowledge required and availability
      ‐ training and development requirements
      ‐ impact of new technology processes and materials on skills
      ‐ diversity
      ‐ language
      ‐ accreditation requirements
      • Rules and formalities:
      ‐ contractual
      ‐ statutory
      ‐ recognised industry processes
      ‐ organisational processes
      ‐ certification of competence
      2. Develop and maintain working relationships
      • Working relationships:
      ‐ formal (contractual and statutory)
      ‐ informal
      • People:
      ‐ clients and customers
      ‐ employers
      ‐ employees
      ‐ statutory & regulatory bodies
      ‐ users and community groups
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ partners
      ‐ near neighbours
      ‐ occupiers
      ‐ general public
      ‐ people with specific access and communication needs
      ‐ suppliers of products and services
      ‐ government agencies
      ‐ non-English speakers
      • Promote goodwill, trust and respect:
      ‐ demonstrating a duty of care
      ‐ ethical relationships
      ‐ professional independence
      ‐ honouring promises and undertakings
      ‐ honest relationships
      ‐ constructive relationships
      ‐ equal opportunities
      ‐ acknowledge diversity
      • Inform, offer advice, present and clarify:
      ‐ orally
      ‐ in writing
      ‐ using graphics
      ‐ electronically
      • Work activities:
      ‐ proposals and their impact
      ‐ progress
      ‐ results
      ‐ achievements
      ‐ potential problems
      ‐ risks
      ‐ opportunities
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    27. Manage the installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works
      COSVR758 This standard is about managing the installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works, that are consistent with site requirements, and adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. interpret and confirm the relevance of the following information in relation to the supervision of installing, maintaining and removing temporary works:
      • drawings
      • design brief
      • check certificates
      • hold points
      • permits to work
      • risk classification
      • implementation plan
      • inspection and test plan
      • specifications
      • schedules
      • method statements
      • risk assessments
      • manufacturers’ information
      2. observe current legislation and official guidance to the work environment to ensure protection and safety of the workforce, the general public, visitors, and the environment by application of information relating to at least six of the following:
      • methods of work
      • risk assessment
      • safe use and storage of tools
      • safe use of access equipment
      • traffic management
      • emergency plans
      • fire safety/ hot works
      • lifting plans
      • environmental factors
      3. identify, assess and maintain the following resources for temporary works
      • people
      • plant, equipment or machinery
      • materials and components
      • sub-contractors
      • information
      • work and facilities
      • waste management
      • utilities (power, water, lighting)
      4. confirm that all materials, equipment and tooling is correct prior to installation
      5. manage the installation of the temporary works in accordance with the programme of works to meet the needs of organisational and other stakeholder procedures
      6. keep accurate records of work progress checks, faults, problems, corrective actions, quantities involved and maintain safe working methods and practices
      7. handover the temporary works in accordance with organisational procedures
      8. manage the removal of the temporary works in accordance with the programme of works to meet the needs of organisational and other stakeholder requirements
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • how to interpret the given design information relating to the work and resources to confirm its accuracy, completeness and relevance to the building type and construction and record and report issues in relation to the following:
      ‐ drawings
      ‐ design brief
      ‐ check certificates
      ‐ hold points
      ‐ permit to work
      ‐ risk classification
      ‐ implementation plan
      ‐ inspection and test plan
      ‐ specifications
      ‐ schedules
      ‐ method statements
      ‐ risk assessments
      ‐ manufacturers’ information
      • the characteristics, uses and limitations of temporary works including but not limited to:
      ‐ pedestrian and vehicular access
      ‐ earthworks: trenches, excavations, temporary slopes and stockpiles
      ‐ structures: formwork, falsework, propping, façade retention, needling, shoring, edge protection, scaffolding, temporary bridges, site hoarding and signage, site fencing and cofferdams
      ‐ equipment and plant foundations: tower crane bases, supports, anchors and ties for construction hoists and mast climbing work platforms, piling platforms and groundworks to provide suitable locations for plant and lifting equipment erection
      ‐ dewatering
      ‐ non-permanent vehicle restraint systems
      ‐ traffic management
      • how to identify the correct sequence of work for installation, maintenance and removal of temporary works
      • how to implement the organisational requirements, to report inappropriate; design briefs, design check certification, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, electronic data, written and verbal instructions, permits, manufacturers' information, official guidance associated with installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works
      • the organisational requirements to solve problems with the information
      • why it is important to follow the organisational requirements
      2. Observe legislation and guidelines
      • how to comply with relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied to install and maintain safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices including:
      ‐ communicate and coordinate with the responsible person
      ‐ methods of work
      ‐ safe use of health and safety control equipment
      ‐ safe use of access equipment
      ‐ safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      ‐ specific risks to health
      • why communication and coordination with the responsible person as denoted by industry standards is required
      • the organisational requirements for the security of temporary works
      • why it is important to follow the correct sequence of work when installing and removing temporary works installations
      3. Identify, assess, maintain and record the acquisition of resources
      • how to identify, assess and record the acquisition of the following resources:
      ‐ people
      ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
      ‐ materials and components
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ Information
      ‐ work and facilities
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ utilities (power, water, lighting)
      • how to assess the quality of the resources
      • how to maintain the resources for work activities
      • how any problems and defects associated with the resources are reported
      • hazards associated with the temporary works materials, supports, components, fittings and fixings, hand tools, portable power tools and equipment and methods of installation
      • project and organisational requirements to obtain a permit to load from the relevant responsible person as denoted by industry standards
      4. Confirm that all materials, equipment and tooling is correct
      • how to implement organisational procedures, to report inappropriate; materials, machinery and equipment associated with the installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works
      • why reporting inappropriate materials, machinery and equipment associated with installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works is required
      5. Maintain and monitor work progress reports
      • how to keep and maintain accurate records of work progress by managing checks of the temporary works
      • why accurate records, to maintain and monitor work progress are needed
      • how to communicate and suggest corrective actions and changes to the programme
      6. Installation of Temporary Works
      • how the installation of the works in accordance with the programme and schedule is to be carried out to meet the needs of the organisation and other stakeholders
      • the hazards associated with temporary works materials, supports, components, fittings, fixings and tooling in relation to the installation of temporary works
      • why deadlines should be kept in the installation and removal of temporary works structures
      7. Handover the works
      • why handover of temporary works to the responsible person, as denoted by organisational procedures, is required
      • how to identify and confirm the responsible person for temporary works
      • how to obtain certificates of sign-off works from the responsible person
      8. Removal of temporary works
      • how the removal of the works in accordance with the programme and schedule is to be carried out to meet the needs of the organisation and other stakeholders
      • the hazards associated with temporary works materials, supports, components, fittings, fixings and tooling in relation to the removal of temporary works
      • the project and organisational procedures to obtain permission from the responsible person to remove the temporary works
      • how to comply with organisational procedures to manage the removal of temporary works
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    28. Manage the preparation and submission of estimates, bids and tenders in construction management
      COSCSMO12 This standard is about managing the technical content of the tendering process.
      duty
      1. Evaluate estimate, bid and tender enquiry documentation 1 check the tender details and tender requirements and confirm them with decision makers 2 summarise the tender requirements accurately and pass them on for comment to decision makers 3 identify any points of concern in the tender documents and refer them to decision makers for them to clarify and resolve 4 evaluate the tender documents against the agreed criteria and assess whether the organisation is capable of meeting the tender requirements 5 identify and assess any contractual and legal issues which might affect the project 6 investigate the tender documents within budgets and tender time limits 7 draw accurate conclusions about tender requirements within the limits of the tender information which is available, and which provide an objective basis for making a decision on whether to make a bid 8 keep information about tender enquiries in confidence and only pass it on to people who have the authority to receive it
      2. Assess the resource requirements and costs within an estimate, bid and tender 9 develop a proposed method statement and draft programme which meet the tender requirements 10 ensure that the resources needed are calculated accurately from available sources, resource availability is investigated and the information is presented so that the requirements can be costed and planned 11 ensure that resource costs are estimated by calculating an accurate cost for each item which is required 12 ensure that the cost is modified to take into account any external factors which may affect the cost projections 13 produce the overall estimate of costs and check that it is complete, accurate and in a form which is suitable for a judgement to be made 14 explain and clarify the projected costs to support the calculations 15 recommend payment schedules which will meet known cash flow requirements
      3. Finalise and submit an estimate, bid and tender offer 16 identify and evaluate, realistically, the risks and opportunities involved in a successful tender offer 17 identify and specify any alternatives and qualifications to the original tender requirements which may improve the organisation's ability to carry out the work 18 apply a profit margin and payment schedule which meets the objectives and strategy of the organisation 19 check that the tender offer is complete and accurate and conforms to house style and make any necessary modifications 20 present and support the tender offer in a manner which maximises its acceptability 21 collate, arrange and submit the tender offer information in accordance with procurement requirements 22 collect together all the tender offer information, record it, store it securely and only pass it on to people who have the authority to receive it
      knowledge
      1. Evaluate estimate, bid and tender enquiry documentation 1 how to check the tender details and tender requirements (application) 2 how to confirm the tender requirements with decision makers (application) 3 how to summarise the tender requirements accurately (application) 4 how to pass summaries of the tender requirements on for comment to decision makers (application) 5 what to identify as any points of concern in the tender documents (understanding) 6 how to refer any points of concern in the tender documents to decision makers for them to clarify and resolve (application) 7 how and why to evaluate the tender documents against the agreed criteria (evaluation) 8 how and why to assess whether the organisation is capable of meeting the tender requirements (analysis) 9 what to identify as any contractual and legal issues which might affect the project (understanding) 10 how and why to assess any contractual and legal issues which might affect the project (analysis) 11 how and why to investigate the tender documents within budgets and tender time limits (analysis) 12 how and why to draw accurate conclusions about tender requirements within the limits of the tender information which is available, and which provide an objective basis for making a decision on whether to make a bid (evaluation) 13 how to keep information about tender enquiries in confidence (application) 14 how to pass on information about tender enquiries on to people who have the authority to receive it (application)
      2. Assess the resource requirements and costs within an estimate, bid and tender 15 how and why to develop a proposed method statement and draft programme which meet the tender requirements (evaluation) 16 how to ensure that the resources needed are calculated accurately from available sources, resource availability is investigated and the information is presented so that the requirements can be costed and planned (application) 17 how to ensure that resource costs are estimated by calculating an accurate cost for each item which is required (application) 18 how to ensure that the cost is modified to take into account any external factors which may affect the cost projections (application) 19 how to produce the overall estimate of costs (application) 20 how to check that the overall estimate of costs is complete, accurate and in a form which is suitable for a judgement to be made (application) 21 how to explain the projected costs to support the calculations (application) 22 how to clarify the projected costs to support the calculations (application) 23 how and why to recommend payment schedules which will meet known cash flow requirements (synthesis)
      3. Finalise and submit an estimate, bid and tender offer 24 what to identify as the risks and opportunities involved in a successful tender offer (understanding) 25 how and why to evaluate, realistically, the risks and opportunities involved in a successful tender offer (evaluation) 26 what to identify as any alternatives and qualifications to the original tender requirements which may improve the organisation's ability to carry out the work (understanding) 27 how and why to specify any alternatives and qualifications to the original tender requirements which may improve the organisation's ability to carry out the work (evaluation) 28 how to apply a profit margin and payment schedule which meets the objectives and strategy of the organisation (application) 29 how to check that the tender offer is complete and accurate and conforms to house style (application) 30 how to make any necessary modifications to the tender offer (application) 31 how to present and support the tender offer in a manner which maximises its acceptability (application) 32 how to collate the tender offer information in accordance with procurement requirements (application) 33 how to arrange the tender offer information in accordance with procurement requirements (application) 34 how to submit the tender offer information in accordance with procurement requirements (application) 35 how to collect together all the tender offer information (application) 36 how to record the tender offer information (application) 37 how to store the tender offer information securely (application) 38 how to pass the tender offer information on to people who have the authority to receive it (application)
      context
      1. Evaluate estimate, bid and tender enquiry documentation
      • Tender:
      ‐ contractor
      ‐ sub/works/trade contractor
      ‐ supply
      ‐ consultants
      • Tender requirements:
      ‐ construction
      ‐ installation and maintenance work
      ‐ supply of goods and materials
      ‐ consultancy services
      • Decision makers:
      ‐ clients and their agents
      ‐ colleagues
      ‐ line managers and directors
      ‐ specialists - internal or external to organisation
      • Points of concern:
      ‐ inconsistent with the policy of the organisation
      ‐ discrepancies within enquiry information
      ‐ tender procedure requirements
      ‐ quantitative requirements
      ‐ qualitative requirements
      ‐ contractual requirements
      • Tender documents:
      ‐ invitation to tender
      ‐ form of tender
      ‐ returns procedure
      ‐ survey reports
      ‐ specifications
      ‐ graphical and non-graphical electronic data files
      ‐ drawing schedule and programme
      ‐ bills of quantities
      ‐ health, safety and welfare requirements
      ‐ scope of services
      ‐ terms and conditions
      ‐ schedule of rates
      ‐ environmental requirements
      ‐ procedures for submitting tenders
      ‐ evaluation criteria and procedures
      • Agreed criteria:
      ‐ change to organisational capability
      ‐ financial
      ‐ viability of tendering information
      ‐ current workload
      ‐ type of work
      ‐ competence of people
      ‐ timescale (tender and contract)
      ‐ social and political policies
      ‐ environmental impact
      ‐ location
      ‐ potential completion
      • Legal issues:
      ‐ planning
      ‐ health and safety
      ‐ environmental
      ‐ ownership
      ‐ common law rights
      ‐ European Union requirements
      2. Assess the resource requirements and costs within an estimate, bid and tender
      • Tender requirements:
      ‐ construction
      ‐ installation and maintenance work
      ‐ supply of goods and materials
      ‐ consultancy services
      ‐ purchasing
      ‐ low carbon and resource efficient procurement
      ‐ invitation to tender
      ‐ form of tender
      ‐ technology required
      ‐ procedures for submitting tenders
      • Resources:
      ‐ people (in-house & external)
      ‐ plant and equipment
      ‐ materials
      ‐ finance
      ‐ time
      ‐ supply options
      • Available sources:
      ‐ client brief
      ‐ tender enquiry documentation
      ‐ site measurements/visits
      ‐ survey reports
      ‐ scaled drawings
      ‐ schedules
      ‐ method statements
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ specialist contractors and suppliers
      • Estimate:
      ‐ cost based on a quotation
      ‐ elemental cost data
      ‐ unit cost built up from basic data
      ‐ internal and historical cost data
      ‐ published cost data
      • Calculate cost:
      ‐ manual
      ‐ electronic
      • External factors:
      ‐ variations over time
      ‐ location
      ‐ statutory and contractual requirements
      ‐ special working conditions and methods
      ‐ resourcing conditions
      ‐ competition
      3. Finalise and submit an estimate, bid and tender offer
      • Risks and opportunities:
      ‐ environmental and sustainability
      ‐ social
      ‐ financial and market fluctuations
      ‐ political
      ‐ technical
      ‐ health and safety
      ‐ reputation
      ‐ competence of people
      • Tender offer:
      ‐ contractor
      ‐ sub/works/trade contractor
      ‐ supply
      ‐ consultancy
      ‐ purchase
      • Alternatives and qualifications:
      ‐ specifications and materials
      ‐ methods of construction
      ‐ services
      ‐ time-scales
      ‐ supply options
      ‐ price offer options
      ‐ whole life value
      • Tender requirements:
      ‐ construction
      ‐ installation and maintenance work
      ‐ supply of goods and materials
      ‐ consultancy services
      ‐ delivery
      • Present:
      ‐ orally
      ‐ in writing
      ‐ graphically
      ‐ using computer models
      ‐ electronically
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    29. Manage your personal development
      COSVR740 This standard is about improving the development of yourself through personal planning, action and review and measuring and recording achievement against identified standards in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. define and record your aims and objectives for undertaking personal development
      2. access at least three of the following sources of support and guidance to identify recognised standards to manage your personal development
      • national organisations
      • industry organisations and associations
      • professional institutions
      • further education organisations
      • training providers
      • in-house resources
      • line manager
      • colleagues
      • trade periodicals and journals
      • social media
      • online resources
      • certification bodies
      3. analyse the current level of your knowledge and performance against selected and recognised standards
      4. develop a profile of your competence and personal development needs and record the outcomes
      5. prepare and record a development plan for achieving identified development needs
      6. undertake development activities aimed at achieving identified development needs, reviewing and recording progress and the effectiveness of the activities
      7. obtain, accept and record feedback from people who can judge your performance and provide objective, valid feedback
      8. review the cycle of personal development aims and objectives to revise and update aims and objectives to suit changing circumstances and record the outcomes
      knowledge
      1. Aims and objectives
      • how to define your aims and objectives based on the following for undertaking development
      ‐ preparation for new assignment
      ‐ intellectual challenge
      ‐ continued professional development (CPD)
      ‐ professional competence
      ‐ compliance with employer
      ‐ professional body membership requirements
      ‐ promotion and role change
      ‐ awareness of personal strengths and areas of focus
      • why you need to define aims and objectives
      2. Support and guidance
      • how to access the following sources of support and guidance to identify recognised standards
      ‐ national organisations
      ‐ industry organisations and associations
      ‐ Professional Institutions
      ‐ further education organisations
      ‐ training providers
      ‐ in house resources
      ‐ line manager
      ‐ colleagues
      ‐ trade periodicals and journals
      ‐ social media
      ‐ online resources
      ‐ certification bodies
      • why you need to access the following recognised standards for you to undertake personal development
      ‐ job descriptions
      ‐ professional institution requirements
      ‐ national occupational standards
      ‐ industry recognised standards
      3. Analyse performance
      • how to analyse your current level of knowledge and performance against the following selected and recognised standards
      ‐ job descriptions
      ‐ professional institution requirements
      ‐ national occupational standards
      ‐ industry recognised standards
      • how to develop a profile of your personal development needs based on the following:
      ‐ maintenance of existing competence
      ‐ improvements to existing skills
      ‐ improvements to existing knowledge
      ‐ development of new skills and knowledge
      ‐ commitment to professional excellence
      • why you need to develop a profile of your personal development needs
      4. Profile of competence
      • how to develop a profile of your knowledge and competence against the following identified recognised standards
      ‐ job descriptions
      ‐ professional institution requirements
      ‐ national occupational standards
      ‐ industry recognised standards
      • how to measure achievement of the following identified personal development needs
      ‐ maintenance of existing competence
      ‐ improvements to existing skills
      ‐ improvements to existing knowledge
      ‐ improvements to existing competence
      ‐ development of new skills and knowledge
      ‐ commitment to professional excellence
      5. Development plan
      • how to prepare a personal development plan based on the following
      ‐ maintenance of existing competence
      ‐ improvements to existing skills
      ‐ improvements to existing knowledge
      ‐ development of new skills and knowledge
      ‐ commitment to professional excellence
      • why you need to prepare a personal development plan
      6. development activities
      • how to undertake development activities to achieve personal development needs
      • how to review and record progress and evaluate the effectiveness of the activities
      7. Obtain and accept feedback
      • how to obtain, accept and record feedback from people who can judge your performance and provide objective, valid feedback
      • why you need to obtain and accept feedback
      8. Review, revise and update
      • how to review the cycle of the following personal development aims and objectives
      9. Personal development
      • maintenance of existing competence
      ‐ improvements to existing skills
      ‐ improvements to existing knowledge
      ‐ development of new knowledge and skills
      ‐ commitment to professional excellence
      10. Aims and objectives
      • preparation for new assignment
      ‐ intellectual challenge
      ‐ continued professional development (CPD)
      ‐ professional competence
      ‐ compliance with employer
      ‐ professional body membership requirements
      ‐ promotion and role change
      ‐ awareness of personal strengths and weaknesses
      • how to revise and update aims and objectives to suit changing circumstances
      • why reviewing, revising and updating your personal development plan is required
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    30. Monitor project activities
      COSVR730 This standard is about monitoring information, monitoring personnel, providing them with details of their job responsibilities, planning, organising and controlling site and project resources to meet planned and unplanned situations in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. give adequate written notification(s) to all the stakeholders who will be affected about when work will start, how long it will take and when it will finish and confirm all dates in writing
      2. communicate and agree a programme and method with people who will be doing the work that integrates operations and keep records in accordance with organisational requirements
      3. identify, record and obtain information requirements before work starts including but not limited to the following
      • survey reports
      • design
      • contractual
      • statutory consents
      • contractor’s pre-planning information
      • health safety and environmental plan
      • method statements
      • programmes
      • checks carried out to verify the competence of the workforce including but not limited to industry certification schemes, cards, competence schemes, qualifications, certificates and training
      4. organise attendance for sub-contractors including but not limited to the following
      • welfare facilities
      • work specifications
      • security and fencing
      • utilities
      • traffic management
      • access and egress
      • off-loading and loading
      • dimensional control
      • storage
      • records of attendance
      5. organise and keep records of meetings and communications with sub-contractors to discuss project or contract requirements and attendances including but not limited to
      • time
      • quality
      • cost
      • statutory consents and notifications
      • sustainability
      • environment
      6. plan, schedule, obtain and maintain sufficient resources of the appropriate type which will meet the project requirements and timescales for at least three of the following
      • people
      • plant, equipment and machinery¬¬
      • materials and components
      • sub-contractors
      • information
      7. organise and control the site and resources so that conditions are safe and the site is tidy by producing a record of site maintenance activities including but not limited to the following
      • plan of the site showing storage and waste management areas
      • hoardings and security arrangements
      • signage
      • access and egress
      • safety and emergency response
      • welfare facilities
      • personal protective equipment (PPE)
      8. develop contingency plans to meet special requirements and minimise disruption to those likely to be affected by the works programme
      9. maintain records or plans showing how disruption has been minimised for special requirements and contingencies which include records of delegated tasks to other team members including but not limited to the following
      • sequencing
      • archaeology
      • heritage issues
      • stakeholders
      • environmental considerations
      • vehicular and public access
      • health and safety and emergencies
      • hazards and site conditions
      • trespass
      • statutory regulations and limitations
      • political intervention
      knowledge
      1. Notification
      • how to give adequate notice to all the stakeholders, including but not limited to the following, who will be affected, by when the work will start, how long will it take and when it will finish
      ‐ client
      ‐ customer or their representative
      ‐ contractors
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ third parties
      ‐ public services
      ‐ emergency services
      ‐ suppliers
      ‐ people working on site
      ‐ statutory authorities
      ‐ near neighbours
      ‐ residents
      • how to confirm all dates in writing
      • why it is important to confirm arrangements in writing
      2. Communicate and agree programme
      • how to agree the following programmes with stakeholders who will be doing the work
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ network analysis
      ‐ critical path
      ‐ action lists
      ‐ method statements
      • why it is important to agree programmes and methods with the people who will be doing the work
      • how to communicate programmes and methods to the people who will be doing the work
      3. Information
      • how to identify, record and obtain the following information requirements before work starts
      ‐ survey reports
      ‐ design
      ‐ contractual
      ‐ statutory consents
      ‐ contractor’s pre-planning information
      ‐ health safety and environmental plan
      ‐ method statements
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ checks carried out to verify the competence of the workforce including but not limited to industry certification schemes, cards, competence schemes, qualifications, certificates and training
      4. Organise attendance
      • how to organise the following attendance by contract or agreement for sub-contractors and attending workforce
      ‐ welfare facilities
      ‐ work specifications
      ‐ security and fencing
      ‐ utilities
      ‐ traffic management
      ‐ access and egress
      ‐ off-loading and loading
      ‐ dimensional control
      ‐ storage
      ‐ records of attendance
      • why it is important to organise and record attendance by contract or agreement for sub-contractors in accordance with project requirements and contractual agreements
      5. Meetings and communications
      • how to organise and keep records of meetings and communications with sub-contractors to discuss project or contract requirements and attendances to include but not limited to
      ‐ time
      ‐ quality
      ‐ cost
      ‐ statutory consents and notifications
      ‐ sustainability
      ‐ environment
      • why it is important to organise and keep records of meetings and communications with sub-contractors to discuss project or contract requirements and attendances
      6. Plan, schedule, obtain and maintain resources
      • how to identify and plan the use of the following resources
      ‐ people
      ‐ plant, equipment and machinery
      ‐ materials and components
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ Information
      • why it is important to plan and schedule the use of resources
      • how to ensure sufficient resources are obtained and maintained
      7. Organise and control the site
      • how to organise and control the site and resources so that the site is safe and tidy
      • how to produce records of site maintenance activities which include
      ‐ plan of the site showing storage and waste management areas
      ‐ hoardings and security arrangements
      ‐ signage
      ‐ access and egress
      ‐ safety and emergency response
      ‐ welfare facilities
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • why it is important to organise and control the site and resources and produce records of site maintenance activities
      8. Contingency plans
      • how to develop plans to meet the following special requirements and contingencies
      ‐ elimination of waste
      ‐ archaeological
      ‐ heritage issues
      ‐ occupiers
      ‐ environmental considerations
      ‐ vehicular access and egress
      ‐ Hazards
      ‐ trespass
      ‐ near neighbours
      ‐ public access
      ‐ site conditions
      • why it is important to develop plans to meet special requirements and contingencies
      9. Delegate responsibilities
      • when and why it is important to delegate responsibilities under contingency plans
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    31. Organise, control and monitor supplies of materials
      COSVR733 This standard is about organising, controlling and monitoring supplies of materials by managing the supply of materials for the project, evaluating the performance of the supply chain and making improvements in the acquisition, storage and use of materials for the project in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. analyse project requirements in line with operational plans to ensure quantities and supplies of materials meet organisational requirements and develop a delivery schedule
      2. analyse calculations for delivery and lead times and ensure records of delivery schedule and traffic management are maintained
      3. identify and record alternatives to the supply of materials to improve the following
      • economy of usage
      • cost
      • environmental impact
      • sustainability
      4. ensure orders are prepared in line with organisational and/or project requirements to meet the delivery schedule
      5. promote goodwill and trust with suppliers and users to ensure the delivery schedule is maintained through positive negotiation
      6. implement and record the organisational or project systems for the monitoring of the delivery schedule, materials and supplier performance to ensure they meet the project specification
      7. analyse records of the following identified factors used in materials control
      • quality
      • quantity
      • payment to suppliers
      • approval by client, customer or their representative
      • programming
      8. identify and record problems with supply and take action to resolve them
      9. identify and record revisions to the delivery schedule to facilitate change or minimise disruption to the programme
      knowledge
      1. delivery schedule
      • how to analyse operational plans and quantities to assess what raw materials, manufactured materials, components and prefabricated systems will be required
      • how to calculate delivery and lead times for supplies of materials
      • why it is necessary to analyse organisational and project plans and quantities to assess what materials will be required
      • the factors involved in developing a delivery schedule
      2. Delivery and lead times
      • how to analyse calculations for delivery and lead times and ensure records of delivery schedule and traffic management are maintained
      • why delivery schedules and construction logistics plans are required
      3. Supply improvements
      • how to identify and record alternative materials in relation to
      ‐ economy of usage
      ‐ cost
      ‐ environmental impact
      ‐ sustainability
      • how standardisation and alternative materials can assist a project
      • why opportunities for standardisation and alternative materials should be considered
      4. Prepare orders
      • how to check what materials are needed to maintain programme and project requirements
      • how to ensure appropriate orders are prepared
      • why it is important to make checks and ensure appropriate orders are prepared
      5. Conduct negotiations and meetings
      • how to promote goodwill and trust with suppliers and users to ensure the delivery schedule is maintained through positive negotiation in relation to
      ‐ elimination or reduction of waste
      ‐ recycling and re-use
      ‐ quantity
      ‐ quality considerations
      ‐ availability
      ‐ lead time
      ‐ life expectancy or deterioration
      ‐ Maintenance
      ‐ storage and handling facilities
      ‐ environmental considerations
      ‐ ethical and sustainability considerations
      ‐ health and safety considerations
      ‐ logistics
      ‐ damage
      ‐ loss or theft
      ‐ supplier service
      ‐ archaeology
      ‐ heritage issues
      • how to maintain goodwill and trust
      • why goodwill and trust should be maintained
      • why it is important to conduct formal and informal meetings with suppliers and users
      6. Implement systems
      • how to implement an organisational or project system, that analyses the following factors which will inform the delivery schedule
      ‐ quality
      ‐ quantity
      ‐ payment to suppliers
      ‐ approval by client, customer or their representative
      ‐ programming
      ‐ cost
      • how to implement an organisational or project system to monitor materials and the performance of suppliers against the agreed supply requirements
      • how to identify and record any improvements
      • why it is important to analyse performance of suppliers against the delivery schedule
      7. Materials control
      • how to analyse records of the following identified factors used in materials control
      ‐ quality
      ‐ quantity
      ‐ payment to suppliers
      ‐ approval by client, customer or their representative
      ‐ programming
      • why it is important to analyse factors in materials control
      8. Identify problems
      • how to identify and record problems with supply and the action taken to resolve them
      • why it is important to identify and record problems with supply and the action taken to resolve them
      9. Identify changes
      • how to identify changes likely to result in over or under supply
      • how to modify the delivery schedule to minimise disruption to the programme by ensuring supplies of raw materials, manufactured materials, components and prefabricated systems are available
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    32. Plan and schedule the maintenance activities of property, services or systems
      COSVR741 This standard is about producing work programmes and specifications for maintenance activities, sequencing resources for the maintenance activities and ensuring the maintenance activities are completed within the agreed budget, to the agreed quality and within the agreed time in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. implement and record regular inspections to confirm the project requirements for at least three of the following maintenance activities for the following property, services or systems:
      2. identify, review and record the consideration of at least four of the following influencing factors and three of the following guidance materials about the property, service or system to be maintained
      3. prioritise and record the maintenance activities to take account of identified influencing factors whilst maintaining consistency
      4. identify and record at least four of the following changing circumstances
      • susceptibility to damage
      • safety requirements
      • need to inhibit, and respond to deterioration
      • weather conditions
      • ground or site conditions
      • environmental conditions
      • use or change of use
      • current legislation
      • resources
      • security threats
      • client, customer or their representative
      • reports and surveys
      • historical data
      • planning or statutory consents
      5. ensure maintenance activity records of actions carried out and data collected are current for at least four of the following
      • inspections
      • faults or problems
      • corrective actions
      • costs
      • resources
      • complaints
      • delays
      6. identify, assess and obtain at least two of the following necessary resources for maintenance activities
      • people
      • plant, equipment or machinery
      • materials and components
      • sub-contractors
      • information
      • work area and facilities
      • waste management
      • utility providers
      7. prepare plans and schedules for at least three of the following maintenance activities and negotiate and agree them with stakeholders
      • planned maintenance activities
      • tendered works
      • responsive works
      • preventative maintenance work
      • cost estimated works
      • seasonal maintenance
      • traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
      • emergency works
      • contingency plans
      knowledge
      1. project requirements
      • how to confirm project requirements for the following maintenance activities of the following property, systems or services
      2. Maintenance activities
      • remedial
      ‐ scheduled
      ‐ unscheduled
      ‐ preventative
      ‐ corrective
      ‐ emergency
      3. Property, services or systems
      • highways
      ‐ traffic controls
      ‐ structures
      ‐ external structure
      ‐ internal structure
      ‐ historical or conservation interests
      ‐ internal fabric
      ‐ external fabric
      ‐ utilities and services
      ‐ landscaping
      • who to consult with to confirm project requirements
      4. Identify and review
      • how to identify and review the following influencing factors
      ‐ organisational requirements
      ‐ project requirements
      ‐ current legislation
      ‐ resource allocation
      ‐ working requirements
      ‐ environmental considerations
      ‐ near neighbours
      ‐ weather conditions
      ‐ ground or site conditions
      ‐ sustainability
      ‐ client, customer or their representative
      ‐ reports and surveys
      ‐ archaeology
      ‐ heritage issues
      ‐ planning and statutory consents
      • how to identify and review the following guidance materials
      ‐ plans, drawings or diagrams
      ‐ owner’s manuals
      ‐ log books
      ‐ maintenance schedules and manuals
      ‐ practice guides and specifications
      ‐ current legislation and official guidance
      ‐ historical data
      ‐ existing records
      ‐ surveys
      • why it is important to identify and review influencing factors against guidance materials
      5. Prioritise maintenance activities
      • how to prioritise and record the maintenance activities to take account of identified influencing factors whilst maintaining consistency
      • why it is important to prioritise and record the maintenance activities to take account of identified influencing factors whilst maintaining consistency
      • how to assess the following influencing factors
      ‐ organisational requirements
      ‐ project requirements
      ‐ current legislation
      ‐ resource allocation
      ‐ working requirements
      ‐ environmental considerations
      ‐ near neighbours
      ‐ weather conditions
      ‐ ground or site conditions
      ‐ sustainability
      ‐ client, customer or their representative
      ‐ reports and surveys
      ‐ archaeology
      ‐ heritage issues
      ‐ planning and statutory consents
      • how to prioritise the following maintenance activities
      ‐ planned maintenance
      ‐ tendered works
      ‐ responsive works
      ‐ preventative maintenance work
      ‐ cost estimated work
      ‐ seasonal maintenance
      ‐ traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
      ‐ emergency works
      ‐ Contingency plans
      • why it is important to assess influencing factors and prioritise maintenance activities
      6. changing circumstances
      • how to account for the following changing circumstances
      ‐ susceptibility to damage
      ‐ safety requirements
      ‐ need to inhibit, and respond to deterioration
      ‐ weather conditions
      ‐ ground or site conditions
      ‐ environmental conditions
      ‐ use or change of use
      ‐ current legislation
      ‐ Resources
      ‐ security threats
      ‐ client, customer or their representative
      ‐ reports and surveys
      ‐ historical data
      ‐ planning and statutory consents
      • how to amend priorities when reviewing the following influencing factors:
      ‐ organisational requirements
      ‐ project requirements
      ‐ current legislation
      ‐ resource allocation
      ‐ working requirements
      ‐ environmental considerations
      ‐ near neighbours
      ‐ weather conditions
      ‐ ground or site conditions
      ‐ sustainability
      ‐ client, customer or their representative
      ‐ reports and surveys
      ‐ archaeology
      ‐ heritage issues
      ‐ planning and statutory consents
      7. recording systems
      • why activity records and data collected for the following work and maintenance activities needs to be current
      8. Activity records and data collected
      • inspections
      ‐ faults or problems
      ‐ corrective actions
      ‐ costs
      ‐ Resources
      ‐ complaints
      ‐ delays
      9. maintenance work
      • remedial
      ‐ scheduled
      ‐ unscheduled
      ‐ preventative
      ‐ corrective
      ‐ emergency
      10. Maintenance activities
      • planned maintenance work
      ‐ tendered works
      ‐ responsive works
      ‐ preventative maintenance work
      ‐ cost estimated work
      ‐ seasonal maintenance
      ‐ traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
      ‐ emergency works
      ‐ Contingency plans
      • how to ensure that records of the following activities and data are current
      ‐ inspections
      ‐ faults or problems
      ‐ corrective actions
      ‐ costs
      ‐ Resources
      ‐ complaints
      ‐ delays
      11. Resources
      • how to identify the following necessary resources for maintenance activities
      12. Resources
      • people
      ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
      ‐ materials and components
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ Information
      ‐ work area and facilities
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ utility providers
      13. Maintenance activities
      • planned maintenance work
      ‐ tendered works
      ‐ responsive works
      ‐ preventative maintenance work
      ‐ cost estimated work
      ‐ seasonal maintenance
      ‐ traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
      ‐ emergency works
      ‐ Contingency plans
      • how to assess the quantity and quality of resources for maintenance activities
      • how to maintain the necessary resources for the maintenance work of the following property, systems or services
      ‐ highways
      ‐ traffic controls
      ‐ structures
      ‐ external structure
      ‐ internal structure
      ‐ historical or preservation interests
      ‐ internal fabric
      ‐ external fabric
      ‐ utilities and services
      ‐ landscaping
      14. Plans and schedules
      • how to prepare plans and schedules for the following maintenance activities
      ‐ planned maintenance work
      ‐ tendered works
      ‐ responsive works
      ‐ preventative maintenance work
      ‐ cost estimated work
      ‐ seasonal maintenance
      ‐ traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
      ‐ emergency works
      ‐ Contingency plans
      • how to negotiate and agree plans and schedules with decision-makers
      • why it is important plans and schedules for the following maintenance activities
      ‐ planned maintenance work
      ‐ tendered works
      ‐ responsive works
      ‐ preventative maintenance work
      ‐ cost estimated work
      ‐ seasonal maintenance
      ‐ traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
      ‐ emergency works
      ‐ Contingency plans
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    33. Plan the installation of retrofit works
      COSVR756 This standard is about managing the installation planning for retrofit works by managing pre-installation checks, building inspections, technical and procedural risks, reviewing information sources, recording and reporting issues and recommending corrective actions, contributing to the project programming and planning of works to include a selection of resources in accordance with organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. evaluate and implement pre-installation checks to identify technical and procedural risks for at least nine of the following:
      • accuracy and completeness of project information
      • building condition
      • health and safety hazards
      • fire safety
      • temporary works
      • protection of existing fabric and services
      • suitability of materials
      • working in and around buildings and their occupants and neighbouring properties
      • environment and ecology including but not limited to safeguarding protected species
      • heritage significance
      • discovery of architectural or archaeological features
      2. implement external and internal pre-installation building inspections, and record and report findings to relevant stakeholders to include:
      • suitable access
      • property suitability
      • adjoining structures
      • structural integrity
      • hazardous materials
      • dampness
      • decay
      • exposure ratings
      • combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
      • services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
      3. implement and record suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate risks arising from external and internal pre-installation building inspections to include:
      • suitable access
      • property suitability
      • adjoining structures
      • structural integrity
      • hazardous materials
      • dampness
      • decay
      • exposure ratings
      • combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
      • services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
      4. implement and record suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate technical and procedural risks for at least eight of the following:
      • accuracy and completeness of project information
      • building condition
      • health and safety hazards
      • fire safety
      • temporary works
      • protection of existing fabric and services
      • suitability of materials
      • working in and around buildings and their occupants and neighbouring properties
      • environment and ecology including but not limited to safeguarding protected species
      • heritage significance
      • discovery of architectural or archaeological features
      5. identify, review and confirm information sources against on site conditions to contribute to the retrofit works plan, risk assessments and method statements for at least six of the following:
      • drawings, design and specification information
      • building Pto industry standards
      • manufacturers technical information and product data sheets
      • sub-contractor methods and scope of works
      • surveys
      • tests
      • examinations
      • specialist reports
      • statutory consents
      • current legislation, official and technical guidance
      • written scheme of investigation (WSI) for archaeology
      6. record and report issues with the planned retrofit works and recommend corrective actions for at least seven of the following information sources:
      • risk assessments
      • method statements
      • drawings, design and specification information
      • building Pto industry standards
      • manufacturers technical information and product data sheets
      • sub-contractor methods and scope of works
      • surveys
      • tests
      • examinations
      • specialist reports
      • statutory consents
      • current legislation, official and technical guidance
      • the limitations, defects of the materials and their characteristics
      • written scheme of investigation (WSI) for archaeology
      7. contribute to the project programme and plan the sequence of works for the installation of retrofit works, including but not limited to:
      • repair
      • stabilisation
      • temporary works
      • opening-up and investigations
      • removal of fabric, structure or services, and making good
      • preparing the building for installation of fabric measures
      • installation of fabric, structure or services
      • testing
      • commissioning
      • handover
      8. plan the efficient use of resources required for retrofit works, including but not limited to:
      • materials and components
      • services
      • plant, equipment or machinery
      • workforce
      • information
      • site facilities
      • waste management
      • structures
      • storage of materials within specified parameters
      knowledge
      1. Evaluate and implement pre-installation checks to identify technical and procedural risks
      • why it is important to evaluate and implement pre-installation checks to identify technical and procedural risks and how to do this
      • why it is important to determine accuracy and completeness of project information and how to do this
      • the implications of building conditions and common building defects for retrofit works including but not limited to:
      ‐ moisture ingress including, but not limited to, damp, salts and causes of dampness, rain penetration, rising damp
      ‐ internal moisture vapour
      ‐ poor indoor air quality
      ‐ inadequate ventilation
      ‐ existing and damaged services
      ‐ structural defects
      • the importance of building condition and repair and maintenance as the first stage in energy efficiency improvements
      • specific health and safety hazards including but not limited to poor ventilation (roof space, inside the property and under floor) and services
      • the principles of building design for fire safety and the key components of the building and their implications for retrofit works
      • the primary causes of failure to fire safety systems and their potential impact on users and occupants, building safety and each other, including compartmentation
      • how to implement temporary works as required during retrofit works
      • why it is important to explain the Whole Building approach to energy efficiency retrofit comprising building fabric, services, any low zero carbon technologies, renewable technologies and occupant behaviour, and how to do this
      • how to identify traditional and protected buildings including the difference in performance characteristics between traditional and modern materials and construction methods with particular reference to the breathability and permeability characteristics of traditional building fabric
      • how to identify building fabric, building structure, materials and construction methods for buildings of different ages including alterations and additions
      • the materials proposed are suitable and in sufficient quantity to achieve the design outcomes
      • how to work in and around buildings and their occupants including neighbouring properties and site constraints
      • the potential environmental and ecological impacts of retrofit works and how to respond including but not limited to safeguarding protected species
      • how to explain key terms and concepts including but not limited to:
      ‐ heritage values
      ‐ heritage significance
      ‐ heritage impact assessment
      ‐ conservation principles
      ‐ sustainable development
      ‐ management of traditional and historic buildings and structures
      • legislation and official guidance including but not limited to heritage, traditional and protected buildings
      • why it is important to report the discovery of architectural or archaeological features to relevant stakeholders, and how to do this
      2. Implement pre-installation building inspections
      • why implementation of external and internal pre-installation building inspections, and recording and reporting findings to relevant stakeholders is required
      • how to implement external and internal pre-installation building inspections and record and report to stakeholders for the following:
      ‐ suitable access
      ‐ property suitability
      ‐ adjoining structures
      ‐ structural integrity
      ‐ hazardous materials
      ‐ dampness,
      ‐ decay
      ‐ exposure ratings
      ‐ combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
      ‐ services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
      ‐ invasive species
      • how to identify, assess and respond to hazards including hazardous materials, fire safety and flues and ventilation (incorrectly installed, blocked, damaged and insufficient)
      3. Implement and record control measures to mitigate risks from pre-installation building inspections
      • why implementation and recording of suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate risks arising from external and internal pre-installation building inspections is required
      • how to implement and record suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate risks arising from external and internal pre-installation building inspections for the following:
      ‐ suitable access
      ‐ property suitability
      ‐ adjoining structures
      ‐ structural integrity
      ‐ hazardous materials
      ‐ dampness,
      ‐ decay
      ‐ exposure ratings
      ‐ combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
      ‐ services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
      ‐ invasive species
      • how to record and report the key issues from external and internal pre-installation building inspections that may affect the commencement of the work whilst working within your authority to rectify or suspend works
      4. Implement and record controls to mitigate risks
      • why suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate the technical and procedural risks need to be implemented and recorded
      • how to determine, implement and record suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate the technical and procedural risks for the following:
      ‐ accuracy and completeness of project information
      ‐ building condition
      ‐ health and safety hazards
      ‐ fire safety
      ‐ temporary works
      ‐ protection of existing fabric and services
      ‐ suitability of materials
      ‐ working in and around buildings and their occupants and neighbouring properties
      ‐ environment and ecology including but not limited to safeguarding protected species
      ‐ heritage significance
      ‐ discovery of architectural and archaeological features
      • how to use due diligence to apply the principles and intent of fire safety legislation and guidance relating to the retrofit design, construction, management and use of the building
      • the issues relating to the control of work onsite interpreting any statutory or manufacturers requirements for testing and maintaining fire prevention and protection systems and records
      • the principles and benefits of effective fire risk management and the required mitigation measures to deliver safe buildings
      • how to recognise, record and report the key issues from technical and procedural risks that may affect the commencement of the work whilst working within your authority to rectify or suspend works
      5. Identify and review information sources
      • why identification and review of information sources against on-site conditions to contribute to the retrofit works plan, risk assessments and method statements are required for the following:
      ‐ drawings, design and specification information
      ‐ building Pto industry standards
      ‐ manufacturers’ technical information and product data sheets
      ‐ sub-contractor methods and scope of works
      ‐ surveys
      ‐ tests
      ‐ examinations
      ‐ specialist reports
      ‐ statutory consents
      ‐ current legislation, official and technical guidance
      ‐ written scheme of investigation (WSI) for archaeology
      • how to identify and review information sources against on site conditions to contribute to the retrofit works plan, risk assessments and method statements for the following:
      ‐ drawings, design and specification information
      ‐ building Pto industry standards
      ‐ manufacturers’ technical information and product data sheets
      ‐ sub-contractor methods and scope of works
      ‐ surveys
      ‐ tests
      ‐ examinations
      ‐ specialist reports
      ‐ statutory consents
      ‐ current legislation, official and technical guidance
      ‐ written scheme of investigation (WSI) for archaeology
      • why it is important to comply with relevant legal duties and fire safety standards during the construction phase of retrofit works, and how to do this
      • why documented information for fire safety including advising and sharing information with end-users and relevant stakeholders is required
      • the range of energy assessment tools used for both domestic and non-domestic buildings
      • the range of hygrothermal assessment tools for both domestic and non-domestic buildings
      • sources of heat loss and heat gains
      • explain heat loss through fabric, U values and calculations and thermal bridging
      • the difference between one off, incremental and whole building retrofit plans
      • how to review low carbon improvement plans
      6. Report issues and recommend corrective actions
      • why it is important and how to report issues with planned retrofit works and suggest corrective actions for the following:
      ‐ risk assessments
      ‐ method statements
      ‐ drawings, design and specification information
      ‐ building Pto industry standards
      ‐ manufacturers’ technical information and product data sheets
      ‐ sub-contractor methods and scope of works
      ‐ surveys
      ‐ tests
      ‐ examinations
      ‐ specialist reports
      ‐ statutory consents
      ‐ current legislation, official and technical guidance
      ‐ the limitations, defects of the materials and their characteristics
      ‐ written scheme of investigation (WSI) for archaeology
      • the principles and factors affecting the fire safety of users and explain the impact on the building and performance in relation to retrofit works
      7. Contribute to the project programme, planning and sequencing of works
      • why contributing to the project programmes and method statements for working on and around existing buildings and structures are required
      • how to contribute to a project programme for working on and around existing buildings and structures
      • how to produce method statements for working on and around existing buildings and structures
      • why planning the sequence of works for the installation of retrofit works is required
      • how to plan the sequence of works for the installation of retrofit works:
      ‐ repair
      ‐ stabilisation
      ‐ temporary works
      ‐ opening-up and investigations
      ‐ removal of fabric, structure or services, and making good
      ‐ preparing the building for installation of fabric measures
      ‐ installation of fabric, structure or services
      ‐ testing
      ‐ commissioning
      ‐ handover
      • why it is required and how to identify and plan to avoid potential thermal and hygrothermal technical and performance risks of failure through planning and sequencing of works including but not limited to:
      ‐ thermal bridges
      ‐ ventilation
      ‐ thermal bypass
      ‐ condensation and interstitial condensation
      ‐ alterations in structure including materials, components and the building
      ‐ moisture movement
      ‐ optimisation of heating systems
      • the implications to planning and sequencing of offsite construction methods and onsite assembly
      8. Plan the resources required
      • why it is important to plan the efficient use of resources required for retrofit works and how to do this for the following:
      ‐ materials and components
      ‐ services
      ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
      ‐ workforce
      ‐ Information
      ‐ site facilities
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ structures
      ‐ storage of materials within specified parameters
      • how to recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and how to resource accordingly including but not limited to:
      ‐ electrical
      ‐ asbestos
      ‐ radon
      ‐ heritage
      ‐ ecology
      ‐ ventilation
      ‐ fire safety
      • the principles of due diligence to deliver specialist skills as they apply to obtaining, electing and appointing contractors, selecting suppliers, executing work and record keeping
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      Construction Site Management
    34. Plan the preparation of the site for the project
      COSVR729 This standard is about pre-start and ongoing planning, implementation of arrangements for the project at the place of work and ensuring safe, healthy, environmentally responsible and secure site operations in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. assemble, review and record at least four of the following types of information used in the preparation of the project plan, clarify and verify information which is not clear and update it for production planning purposes
      • survey reports
      • design information
      • contractual information
      • statutory consents
      • contracts pre-planning information
      • health, safety and environmental plans
      • risk assessments and method statements
      • programmes and schedules
      • team competency
      • sub-contractor arrangements and attendance
      2. identify at least four of the following factors for consideration, record them and distribute the information to the people who may be affected
      • occupiers
      • near neighbours
      • public access
      • site conditions
      • environment considerations
      • vehicular access and egress
      • security and trespass
      • public utilities
      • heritage issues
      • archaeological
      • sustainability
      • temporary works
      3. plan for traffic management and identify access and egress points for the site and works which are safe, convenient and minimise disruption
      4. organise and record at least four of the following resources assigned for the preparation of site operations
      • people
      • plant, equipment or machinery
      • materials and components
      • sub-contractors
      • information
      • work area and facilities
      • waste management
      • utility providers
      5. provide and record accurate details about the proposed work, site access and egress, layout, evacuation and hazards to the utility and emergency services
      6. make and record the arrangements identified before work starts and review as work progresses for site safety and welfare
      7. implement and record the procedures and arrangements for environmental protection and security
      8. implement and record the procedures and arrangements for temporary works
      9. plan, record and distribute information about the site layout for operational purposes including plans showing resources and materials delivery, storage and waste collection locations and arrangements for recycling
      10. record the types and locations of notices, which provide information that complies with current organisational requirements
      11. ensure the notices are placed correctly and implement a maintenance schedule
      knowledge
      1. Assemble and review information
      • how to assemble the following information used in the preparation of the project plan
      ‐ survey reports
      ‐ design information
      ‐ contractual information
      ‐ statutory consents
      ‐ contracts pre-planning information
      ‐ health, safety and environmental plans
      ‐ risk assessments and method statements
      ‐ programmes and schedules
      ‐ team competency
      ‐ sub-contractor arrangements and attendance
      • how to clarify information that is not clear and keep it up to date
      • why it is important to assemble and clarify information and keep it up to date
      2. Identify factors
      • how to identify and record the following relevant factors for consideration when planning
      ‐ occupiers
      ‐ near neighbours
      ‐ public access
      ‐ site conditions
      ‐ environment considerations
      ‐ vehicular access and egress
      ‐ security and trespass
      ‐ public utilities
      ‐ the potential risks of works impacting in the cultural significance of the historic environment
      ‐ the specific requirements for buildings and structures of traditional (pre 1919) construction or of architectural, historical or archaeological significance
      ‐ sustainability
      ‐ temporary works
      • how to pass on records of factors considered to people who will be affected
      • why it is important to pass considered and recorded factors to people who will be affected
      3. Identify access and egress points
      • how to identify access and egress points for the site and works which are the most convenient for works traffic and which minimise disruption in relation to:
      ‐ current organisational requirements
      ‐ local traffic
      ‐ access and egress control
      ‐ security
      ‐ parking
      ‐ visitors
      ‐ site induction
      ‐ occupiers
      ‐ near neighbours
      ‐ traffic management
      • how to prepare a traffic management plan
      4. Organise resources
      • how to organise and assign the following resources for site preparation
      ‐ people
      ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
      ‐ materials and components
      ‐ sub-contractors
      ‐ Information
      ‐ work area and facilities
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ utility providers
      • how to utilise the resources used in site preparation for project work or tasks
      5. Passing information
      • how to give details about the following proposed work to utility and emergency services
      ‐ new build
      ‐ infrastructure
      ‐ demolition
      ‐ extension
      ‐ alteration
      ‐ refurbishment
      ‐ temporary works
      ‐ installation
      ‐ conservation
      • how to record and provide details on site access and egress, layout, evacuation and hazards to utility and emergency services
      • why it is important to provide details on site access and egress, layout, evacuation and hazards to utility and emergency services
      6. Site safety, welfare and security
      • how to ensure adequate site safety and welfare for the following proposed work is implemented and recorded:
      ‐ new build
      ‐ infrastructure
      ‐ demolition
      ‐ extension
      ‐ alteration
      ‐ refurbishment
      ‐ temporary works
      ‐ installation
      ‐ conservation
      ‐ retrofit works
      • how to ensure adequate site security
      • how to ensure arrangements for health, safety, welfare and security are reviewed as work progresses
      7. environmental protection
      • how to make consideration of relevant factors when arranging site environmental protection
      ‐ occupiers
      ‐ near neighbours
      ‐ public access
      ‐ site conditions
      ‐ environment considerations
      ‐ vehicular access and egress
      ‐ security and trespass
      ‐ public utilities
      ‐ the potential risks of works impacting on the cultural significance of the historic environment
      ‐ the specific requirements for buildings and structures of traditional (pre 1919) construction or of architectural, historical or archaeological significance, heritage issues
      ‐ sustainability
      8. temporary works
      • how to implement and record the procedures and arrangements for temporary works
      • why it is important to implement procedures and arrangements for temporary works
      9. Plan site layout
      • how to plan the site layout to include the following
      ‐ storage
      ‐ temporary accommodation
      ‐ work areas
      ‐ plant
      ‐ temporary services
      ‐ access and egress
      ‐ security
      ‐ continuing use by occupiers
      ‐ waste management
      ‐ pollution control
      ‐ provision for prefabricated components and systems
      ‐ existing fabric
      • how to record the site layout for operational purposes including plans showing resources and materials delivery, storage and waste collection locations and arrangements for recycling and pass information about the plans to the people on the site
      10. Types and location of notices
      • how to record the types and locations of site notices
      • how to ensure the signs comply with current organisational requirements
      11. Position and maintenance of notices
      • how to ensure the notices are positioned correctly
      • how to implement a maintenance schedule
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      1. Construction Site Management
      2. Controlling Lifting Operations (Construction)
    35. Plan Tunnelling activities
      COSVR743 This standard is about implementing tunnelling requirements, prioritising tunnelling activities and identifying and scheduling tunnelling requirements with decision-makers, in accordance with current organisational requirements which are equal to or exceed current statutory and legislative requirements.
      duty
      1. determine and record at least two of the following tunnelling activities against the input of information from at least five of the following information sources
      2. identify and review at least three of the following influencing factors relating to the work environment and record the outcomes
      • organisational requirements
      • contractual requirements
      • statutory requirements
      • resource allocation
      • working requirements
      • environmental considerations
      • weather conditions
      • ground conditions
      3. prioritise activities by assessing and accounting for all the influencing factors
      4. identify and review at least two of the following guidance materials and record the outcomes
      • owner’s manuals
      • log books
      • maintenance schedules and manuals
      • practice guides and specifications
      • current legislation and official guidance
      • organisational procedures
      • historical data
      5. amend priorities to take account of at least four of the following changing circumstances whilst maintaining consistency with the influencing factors
      • susceptibility to damage
      • safety requirements
      • need to inhibit and respond to deterioration
      • compromised operational effectiveness
      • weather conditions
      • unidentified obstructions
      • meeting current legislation
      • resources
      • security threats
      • ground conditions
      • face instability
      6. prepare plans and programmes for at least three of the following activities then negotiate, agree and record them with stakeholders
      • mobile plant and machinery operations
      • back up services installation, operations, maintenance or removal
      • spoil removal
      • access equipment erection, maintenance or removal
      • pipejacking operations
      • micro tunnelling operations
      • excavation and/or installation of supports
      • shaft and tunnel construction
      • tunnel transport
      • spraying concrete lining
      • operating separation plant
      • temporary works
      • lifting loads
      knowledge
      1. Determine work requirements
      • how to determine work requirements for the following tunnelling activities against the following information sources:
      2. Tunnelling activities
      • mobile plant and machinery operations
      ‐ back up services installation, maintenance or removal
      ‐ spoil removal
      ‐ access equipment erection, maintenance or removal
      ‐ pipejacking operations
      ‐ micro tunnelling operations
      ‐ excavation and installation of supports
      ‐ shaft and tunnel construction
      ‐ tunnel transport
      ‐ spraying concrete lining
      ‐ operating separation plant
      ‐ temporary works
      ‐ lifting loads
      3. Information sources
      • survey reports
      ‐ site investigations
      ‐ drawings
      ‐ schedules and specifications
      ‐ contractual
      ‐ statutory consents
      ‐ risk assessments and method statements
      ‐ programmes
      ‐ records about the competence of people
      ‐ sub-contractor arrangements
      ‐ health, safety and environmental plan
      ‐ material suppliers
      ‐ tunnelling plans
      • who to consult to confirm work requirements
      4. Identify and review influencing factors
      • how to identify and review the following influencing factors:
      ‐ organisational requirements
      ‐ contractual requirements
      ‐ statutory requirements
      ‐ resource allocation
      ‐ working requirements
      ‐ environmental considerations
      ‐ weather conditions
      ‐ ground conditions
      5. prioritise activities
      • how to assess and account for the following influencing factors:
      ‐ organisational requirements
      ‐ contractual requirements
      ‐ statutory requirements
      ‐ resource allocation
      ‐ working requirements
      ‐ environmental considerations
      ‐ weather conditions
      ‐ ground conditions
      • how to prioritise the following tunnelling activities:
      ‐ mobile plant and machinery operations
      ‐ back up services installation, maintenance or removal
      ‐ spoil removal
      ‐ access equipment erection, maintenance or removal
      ‐ pipejacking operations
      ‐ micro tunnelling operations
      ‐ excavation and installation of supports
      ‐ shaft and tunnel construction
      ‐ tunnel transport
      ‐ spraying concrete lining
      ‐ operating separation plant
      ‐ temporary works
      ‐ lifting loads
      • why it is important to prioritise tunnelling activities
      6. Guidance materials
      • how to identify and review the following guidance materials:
      ‐ owner’s manuals
      ‐ log books
      ‐ maintenance schedules and manuals
      ‐ practice guides and specifications
      ‐ current legislation and official guidance
      ‐ organisational procedures
      ‐ historical data
      • why it is important to review influencing factors against guidance materials
      7. Amend priorities
      • how to take account of the following changing circumstances
      ‐ susceptibility to damage
      ‐ safety requirements
      ‐ need to inhibit and respond to deterioration
      ‐ compromised operational effectiveness
      ‐ weather conditions
      ‐ unidentified obstructions
      ‐ meeting current legislation
      ‐ Resources
      ‐ security threats
      ‐ ground conditions
      ‐ face instability
      • how to amend priorities when reviewing the following influencing factors
      ‐ organisational requirements
      ‐ contractual requirements
      ‐ statutory requirements
      ‐ resource allocation
      ‐ working requirements
      ‐ environmental considerations
      ‐ weather conditions
      ‐ ground conditions
      8. Prepare plans and programmes
      • how to prepare plans and programmes for the following tunnelling activities
      ‐ mobile plant and machinery operations
      ‐ back up services installation, maintenance or removal
      ‐ spoil removal
      ‐ access equipment erection, maintenance or removal
      ‐ pipejacking operations
      ‐ micro tunnelling operations
      ‐ excavation and installation of supports
      ‐ shaft and tunnel construction
      ‐ tunnel transport
      ‐ spraying concrete lining
      ‐ operating separation plant
      ‐ temporary works
      ‐ lifting loads
      • how to negotiate and agree plans and programmes with stakeholders
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      Construction Site Management
    36. Prepare and agree a project brief and outline programme in construction management
      COSCSMO05 This standard is about managing projects and the team that delivers design solutions to meet the project brief. It is about ascertaining stakeholders' requirements, exploring the constraints and risks and agreeing deliverables to meet the various demands and needs. You must have a detailed knowledge of the stakeholders' areas of operation and future aspirations. You need to clarify the project stakeholders' understanding of project processes and peoples' roles and responsibilities.
      duty
      1. Prepare proposal for a project brief 1 identify and agree the stakeholders' requirements, opinions and aspirations and prepare a project proposal 2 select data which is relevant and valid, analyse it and qualify its status 3 estimate and confirm the cost and timescale of the project 4 review the cost implications of adopting alternative design, construction, services, financing and use strategies and agree them with stakeholders 5 prepare a draft brief clearly, accurately, unambiguously and within the time agreed, and present the brief to stakeholders 6 explain and discuss any significant constraints, opportunities and areas of uncertainty relating to the project 7 modify the draft to reflect the discussion and relevant points which have been raised 8 negotiate a clear and mutually acceptable agreement on the brief which is in sufficient detail to allow work to start on the next stage of the project
      2. Develop a project outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief 9 review the requirements of the brief and check and clarify initial assumptions about the project outline programme with stakeholders 10 develop a realistic outline programme for the project stages which takes account of identified constraints 11 discuss the outline programme with stakeholders and agree any necessary modifications to the brief, outline programme and constraints 12 prepare, present and agree an outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief and the expectations of stakeholders
      3. Identify, assess and agree project requirements and stakeholder preferences 13 clarify the project stakeholders' understanding of project processes and procedures and the roles of those who need to be involved 14 identify and agree with project stakeholders what their goals and priorities are both now and for the future 15 clarify the project stakeholders' circumstances and requirements, the options available and the constraints and risks which might apply to the project 16 advise and guide project stakeholders about new regulatory or technological requirements and innovations to enable them to make informed decisions 17 summarise and present the project requirements and stakeholders' preferences 18 evaluate project requirements and stakeholders' preferences which do not appear to be realistic and recommend valid options and record agreement
      knowledge
      1. Prepare proposal for a project brief 1 what to identify as stakeholders' requirements opinions and aspirations (understanding) 2 how and why to agree the stakeholders' requirements opinions and aspirations (evaluation) 3 how to prepare a project proposal (application) 4 how and why to select data which is relevant and valid (evaluation) 5 how and why to analyse data and qualify its status data (analysis) 6 how and why to estimate the cost and timescale of the project (analysis) 7 how to confirm the cost and timescale of the project (application) 8 how and why to review the cost implications of adopting alternative design, construction, services, financing and use strategies (analysis) 9 how and why to agree the cost implications of adopting alternative design, construction, services, financing and use strategies with stakeholders (evaluation) 10 how and why to prepare a draft brief clearly, accurately, unambiguously and within the time agreed (synthesis) 11 how to present the brief to stakeholders (application) 12 how to explain any significant constraints, opportunities and areas of uncertainty relating to the project (application) 13 how and why to discuss any significant constraints, opportunities and areas of uncertainty relating to the project (synthesis) 14 how to modify the draft to reflect the discussion and relevant points which have been raised (application) 15 how and why to negotiate a clear and mutually acceptable agreement on the brief which is in sufficient detail to allow work to start on the next stage of the project (synthesis)
      2. Develop a project outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief 16 how and why to review the requirements of the brief (analysis) 17 how to check and clarify the initial assumptions about the project outline programme with stakeholders (application) 18 how and why to develop a realistic outline programme for the project stages which takes account of identified constraints (synthesis) 19 how to discuss the outline programme with stakeholders (application) 20 how and why to agree any necessary modifications to the brief, outline programme and constraints (evaluation) 21 how and why to prepare an outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief and the expectations of stakeholders (synthesis) 22 how to present an outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief and the expectations of stakeholders (application) 23 how and why to agree an outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief and the expectations of stakeholders (evaluation)
      3. Identify, assess and agree project requirements and stakeholder preferences 24 how to clarify the project stakeholders' understanding of project processes and procedures and the roles of those who need to be involved (application) 25 what to identify as the project stakeholders' goals and priorities both now and in the future (understanding) 26 how and why to agree with the project stakeholders what their goals and priorities are both now and in the future (evaluation) 27 how to clarify the project stakeholders' circumstances and requirements, the options available and the constraints and risks which might apply to the project (application) 28 how and why to advise project stakeholders about new regulatory or technological requirements and innovations to enable them to make informed decisions (synthesis) 29 how and why to guide project stakeholders about new regulatory or technological requirements and innovations to enable them to make informed decisions (synthesis) 30 how to summarise the project requirements and stakeholders' preferences (application) 31 how to present the project requirements and stakeholders' preferences (application) 32 how and why to evaluate project requirements and stakeholders' preferences which do not appear to be realistic (evaluation) 33 how and why to recommend valid options to meet project requirements and stakeholders' preferences (synthesis) 34 how to record agreement on valid options to meet project requirements and stakeholders' preferences (application)
      context
      1. Prepare a proposal for a project brief
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ the client
      ‐ the client's financial advisers
      ‐ statutory authorities
      ‐ CDM co-ordinator (or responsible body under CDM regulations)
      ‐ project managers
      ‐ potential contractors
      ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ potential investors
      ‐ funding agencies
      ‐ independent client adviser
      ‐ user groups
      ‐ community groups
      ‐ facilities/asset managers
      • Project proposal - will consider:
      ‐ the client's requirements
      ‐ project stage information requirements
      ‐ user requirements
      ‐ design quality requirements
      ‐ ergonomic requirements
      ‐ community requirements
      ‐ procurement requirements
      ‐ physical requirements
      ‐ resource requirements
      ‐ construction requirements
      ‐ legal requirements
      ‐ cost requirements
      ‐ business opportunities and objectives
      ‐ risk factors
      ‐ health, safety and welfare requirements
      ‐ current and future needs
      ‐ energy, water and natural resource management
      ‐ compliance with local, regional national development strategies
      ‐ Building Information Modelling
      ‐ insurance risks/opportunities associated with new technologies
      ‐ adaptation and mitigation
      • Review:
      ‐ cost benefit analysis
      ‐ whole life costing
      ‐ value management
      ‐ feasibility studies
      ‐ elemental cost planning
      • Present:
      ‐ orally
      ‐ in writing
      ‐ graphically
      ‐ electronically
      2. Develop a project outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief
      • Programme:
      ‐ timetable
      ‐ phasing
      ‐ integration of data
      ‐ interaction between design consultants
      ‐ critical path
      ‐ key project stages/gate management plan
      ‐ interface between design, procurement, construction, operation and end use
      ‐ interaction with design approval stages
      ‐ interaction with construction programme
      ‐ concurrent design and construction
      • Stakeholders:
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ the client
      ‐ the client's financial advisers
      ‐ statutory authorities
      ‐ CDM co-ordinator (or responsible body under CDM regulations)
      ‐ project managers
      ‐ potential contractors
      ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ potential investors
      ‐ funding agencies
      ‐ independent client adviser
      ‐ user groups
      ‐ community groups
      ‐ facilities/asset managers
      • Project Stages:
      ‐ Stage 0 (Strategy)
      ‐ Stage 1 (Brief)
      ‐ Stage 2 (Concept)
      ‐ Stage 3 (Definition)
      ‐ Stage 4 (Design)
      ‐ Stage 5 (Build and Commission)
      ‐ Stage 6 (Handover and Closeout)
      • Constraints:
      ‐ work content
      ‐ time duration/sequencing
      ‐ resources available
      ‐ contingencies
      ‐ budget
      ‐ site
      ‐ risk and valuation
      ‐ regulations
      • Expectations:
      ‐ design quality
      ‐ consultation
      ‐ timetable
      ‐ phasing of design development
      ‐ best value
      3. Identify, assess and agree project requirements and stakeholder preferences
      • Clarify the project stakeholders’ circumstances and requirements by:
      ‐ reference to standard documentation
      ‐ checklists
      ‐ client consultation
      ‐ questionnaires
      ‐ comparative field research
      ‐ market research
      ‐ identifying options and alternatives
      ‐ use of benchmarking tool(s)
      ‐ digital exchange
      • Processes and procedures:
      ‐ Project Information Plan
      ‐ Model Delivery Plan
      ‐ information management accountabilities
      ‐ implementation plans
      ‐ capability assessments
      ‐ delivery plans
      ‐ execution plans
      ‐ levels of graphical and non-graphical detail/development
      • Agree:
      ‐ direct with a client
      ‐ by negotiation and agreement with partnering team
      ‐ facilitation
      • Project Stakeholders:
      ‐ consultants
      ‐ the client
      ‐ the client's financial advisers
      ‐ statutory authorities
      ‐ CDM co-ordinator (or responsible body under CDM regulations)
      ‐ project managers
      ‐ potential contractors
      ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
      ‐ potential investors
      ‐ funding agencies
      ‐ independent client adviser
      ‐ user groups
      ‐ community groups
      ‐ facilities/asset managers
      • Goals and priorities:
      ‐ quantity
      ‐ design quality
      ‐ time
      ‐ use/adaptability/maintenance
      ‐ whole life costs
      ‐ health, safety and welfare
      ‐ sustainability
      ‐ economic benefits
      ‐ community benefits
      ‐ security
      ‐ market demands
      ‐ changing circumstances
      • Constraints and risks:
      ‐ cost
      ‐ time
      ‐ quality
      ‐ health and safety
      ‐ the environment
      ‐ the client's requirements
      ‐ system compatibility
      ‐ system interoperability
      • Present:
      ‐ orally
      ‐ in writing
      ‐ graphically
      ‐ electronically
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      Construction Senior Management
    37. Provide advice, judgement and service ethically in construction management
      COSCSMO03 This standard is about obtaining and evaluating information which issufficiently detailed for the purpose and presenting it in anappropriate manner. You will be able to present clear, accurate andvalid technical recommendations, judgement and service ethically.
      duty
      1. Exchange information and present advice on technical issues 1 obtain and evaluate information which is sufficiently detailed for the purpose 2 present technical information and advice which is complete, summarised accurately and relevant to technical issues 3 present technical recommendations and judgements which are clear, accurate and valid, and which represent the best advice possible, given the information and resources available 4 give technical instructions and guidance which are likely to be understood by the people who will follow them 5 present technical recommendations and judgements using a style of communication which is appropriate to the people receiving information and advice 6 adapt and modify the presentation of technical recommendations and judgements where people have difficulties understanding them
      2. Resolve complex indeterminate situations 7 identify where complex indeterminate situations exist, estimate their effects realistically and summarise the issues for the organisation 8 assess the validity and completeness of the information available and identify any significant gaps 9 specify and obtain sufficient additional information to cover any gaps and to provide a valid starting point for the analysis of the situation 10 analyse information and draw valid and justifiable conclusions 11 apply decision making techniques which increase the reliability of the conclusions 12 reflect on the conclusions and interpret them into detailed issues that enable known opportunities and solutions to be identified and utilised for establishing policy
      3. Practice within an ethical framework 13 make judgements and offer advice which balance the needs of the client, the resources available and the needs of people in the community who are directly and indirectly affected 14 take clear and unequivocal personal responsibility for your own decisions and the decisions of others in your organisation 15 behave in an ethical manner and take appropriate action if unethical behaviour is brought to your attention 16 establish a system of communication to report instances of unethical behaviour which encourages responsibility and empowerment at all levels 17 offer judgements and advice which recognise the needs of other people 18 manage criteria that identify offers and contracts which are illegal and which may generate conflicts of interest and reject those that fail the criteria 19 define the limits of your professional expertise and set perimeters to work within them 20 disclose information obtained from clients only to those who have a legitimate right to receive it 21 enter into formal and informal contracts and agreements for advisory and problem-solving services which conform to legal requirements, ethical standards and recognised good practice and that service providers adhere to relevant conditions 22 communicate with clients in a style and manner which maintains professional independence and maximises goodwill and trust 23 define and agree the working practices and the expectations of the people involved in the contract 24 set up and implement systems to protect the individual, and the interests of society and to indemnify clients where the advice given results in loss or damage to the client 25 keep all funds, including interest, held on behalf of clients, separate from personal and organisational funds 26 promote a culture of honesty and equity with people, identify areas of weakness and recommend or implement improvements
      knowledge
      1. Exchange information and present advice on technical issues 1 how to obtain information which is sufficiently detailed for the purpose (application) 2 how and why to evaluate information which is sufficiently detailed for the purpose (evaluation) 3 how to present technical information and advice which is complete, summarised accurately and relevant to technical issues (application) 4 how to present technical recommendations and judgements which are clear, accurate and valid, and which represent the best advice possible, given the information and resources available (synthesis) 5 how and why to give technical instructions and guidance which are likely to be understood by the people who will follow them (application) 6 how to present technical recommendations and judgements using a style of communication which is appropriate to the people receiving information and advice (application) 7 how to adapt the presentation of technical recommendations and judgements where people have difficulties understanding them (application) 8 how to modify the presentation of technical recommendations and judgements where people have difficulties understanding them (application)
      2. Resolve complex indeterminate situations 9 what to identify as complex indeterminate situations (understanding) 10 how and why to estimate realistically the effects of complex indeterminate situations (analysis) 11 how to summarise the issues relating to existing complex indeterminate situations for the organisation (application) 12 how and why to assess the validity and completeness of the information available (analysis) 13 what to identify as any significant gaps in the validity and completeness of the information available (understanding) 14 how and why to specify sufficient additional information to cover any gaps and to provide a valid starting point for the analysis of the situation (evaluation) 15 how to obtain sufficient additional information to cover any gaps and to provide a valid starting point for the analysis of the situation (application) 16 how and why to analyse information (analysis) 17 how and why to draw valid and justifiable conclusions from information (evaluation) 18 how to apply decision making techniques which increase the reliability of the conclusions (application) 19 how and why to reflect on the conclusions (analysis) 20 how and why to interpret the conclusions into detailed issues that enable known opportunities and solutions to be identified and utilised for establishing policy (analysis)
      3. Practice within an ethical framework 21 how and why to make judgements and offer advice which balance the needs of the client, the resources available and the needs of people in the community who are directly and indirectly affected (evaluation) 22 how and why to offer advice which balance the needs of the client, the resources available and the needs of people in the community who are directly and indirectly affected (synthesis) 23 how and why to take clear and unequivocal personal responsibility for your own decisions and the decisions of others in your organisation (evaluation) 24 how to behave in an ethical manner by taking appropriate action if unethical behaviour is brought to your attention (application) 25 how and why to establish a system of communication to report instances of unethical behaviour which encourages responsibility and empowerment at all levels (synthesis) 26 how and why to offer judgements and advice which recognise the needs of other people (synthesis) 27 how and why to manage criteria that identify offers and contracts which are illegal and which may generate conflicts of interest (evaluation) 28 how and why to reject criteria which are illegal and which may generate conflicts of interest that fail the criteria (evaluation) 29 how and why to define the limits of your professional expertise and set perimeters to work within them (evaluation) 30 how to disclose information obtained from clients only to those who have a legitimate right to receive it (application) 31 how and why to enter into formal and informal contracts and agreements for advisory and problem-solving services which conform to legal requirements, ethical standards and recognised good practice and that service providers adhere to relevant conditions (evaluation) 32 how to communicate with clients in a style and manner which maintains professional independence and maximises goodwill and trust (application) 33 how and why to define the working practices and the expectations of the people involved in the contract (evaluation) 34 how and why to agree the working practices and the expectations of the people involved in the contract (evaluation) 35 how and why to set up systems to protect the individual, and the interests of society and to indemnify clients where the advice given results in loss or damage to the client (synthesis) 36 how to implement systems to protect the individual, and the interests of society and to indemnify clients where the advice given results in loss or damage to the client (application) 37 how to keep all funds, including interest, held on behalf of clients, separate from personal and organisational funds (application) 38 how and why to promote a culture of honesty and equity with people (synthesis) 39 what to identify as areas of weakness in the culture (understanding) 40 how and why to recommend improvements to the culture (synthesis) 41 how to implement improvements to the culture (application)
      context
      1. Exchange information and present advice on technical issues
      • Purpose:
      ‐ sharing experience
      ‐ issuing instructions
      ‐ making judgements
      ‐ increasing understanding
      ‐ implementing a solution
      ‐ dealing with confrontation
      ‐ negotiation
      • Present:
      ‐ orally
      ‐ in writing
      ‐ graphically
      ‐ electronically
      • Technical recommendations and judgements include:
      ‐ realistic estimates of the implications of other options which have been considered
      ‐ clear descriptions of the information sources consulted
      ‐ the analysis techniques applied
      ‐ the criteria used for making evaluations and reaching justifiable conclusions
      • People receiving information and advice:
      ‐ peers and other related occupations
      ‐ clients and customers
      ‐ technical and non-technical team members
      ‐ craftspeople and operatives
      ‐ senior and junior colleagues
      ‐ members of the public
      ‐ people with individual needs
      2. Resolve complex indeterminate situations
      • Information:
      ‐ project information
      ‐ own experience and practice
      ‐ manual and electronic information systems (e.g. libraries, technical journals, databases)
      ‐ published research
      ‐ other colleagues and specialists
      ‐ continuing professional development
      • Reflect:
      ‐ comparison between previous cases and the current situation
      ‐ the outcomes required
      ‐ known and anticipated limitations and opportunities
      3. Practice within an ethical framework
      • Conflicts of interest:
      ‐ actions which may mislead other individuals
      ‐ offers which involve the financial interest of the practitioner
      ‐ giving unfair advantage to the practitioner's family or friends
      ‐ as defined by legislation
      • Ethical standards and recognised good practice:
      ‐ personal beliefs
      ‐ mandatory ethical codes of practice within the occupation, discipline or organisation
      ‐ national and international statute law
      ‐ national and international voluntary codes of practice and guidance
      • Systems:
      ‐ organisational policies
      ‐ indemnity insurance
      ‐ guarantees
      ‐ contract conditions
      ‐ bonds
      suite
      Construction Senior Management
    duty
    1. Assess the environmental impact of development proposals 1 investigate the requirements for assessing the environmental impact of proposals by examining policy documents, consulting stakeholders and experts 2 select the factors which will be included in the assessment and the criteria to be used for assessing the impact 3 collate relevant data and examine the proposal in its context 4 identify and review alternative solutions which will improve environmental quality and increase sustainability 5 analyse and forecast the environmental impact of the selected factors, both individually and in combination 6 assess, quantify and report on the significance of each factor and suggest measures which will reduce the environmental impact
    2. Evaluate and present sustainable requirements 7 identify goals and priorities for potential development, both currently and in the future 8 investigate and identify the design, function and performance requirements of the potential project 9 investigate economic factors and resources, environmental and ecological factors, and social views that affect the future asset value and sustainability of potential development and consider alternatives 10 evaluate the best balance between the potential asset value and sustainability and project design, function, performance and return on investment 11 present development strategies in a suitable format and justify them to decision makers 12 decide whether and how to implement potential sustainable development projects so as to achieve key requirements
    3. Identify and evaluate sustainable resources 13 investigate, from appropriate information sources, the factors which impact on the utilisation and sustainability of renewable resources 14 assess accurately the costs and implications of the management and replacement of renewable resources 15 identify and summarise appropriate and valid information sources and identify potential alternative resources 16 compare the technical performance and environmental implications of alternative resources with the performance of existing finite resources with a similar function and calculate any variances 17 investigate, assess and recommend suitable strategies for developing alternative resources, which indicate positive technical and environmental advantages 18 present strategies in a suitable format and justify them to stakeholders
    4. Allocate budgets 1 identify responsibilities for budgetary control and allocations under the budget headings of financial plans 2 identify an appropriate method of maintaining overall control of the budget, produce guidance documents and circulate the information to those responsible 3 identify appropriate methods for presenting financial information to responsible personnel 4 issue allocations under budget headings and cash flow calculations and report requirements to those with financial responsibilities 5 authorise expenditure and changes to budgets and issue the information to those responsible 6 identify and agree appropriate methods and timescales for reporting contingencies and variances 7 resolve queries and discrepancies over allocated budgets
    5. Prepare and agree entitlement for reimbursement for loss and expense 8 assess the basis of entitlement and criteria for recovery against the contract and relevant expert opinion, and progress and structure valid entitlement which can be substantiated 9 calculate entitlement accurately from relevant and verified information sources 10 identify the liability for the cost and inform the parties involved in the contract 11 analyse the opposing grounds for the entitlement, structure the entitlement clearly and present them 12 conduct negotiations with the parties involved in the contract in a professional manner 13 negotiate, agree and finalise amendments to the entitlement with the parties involved in the contract 14 record and store documents, back-up information and calculations so that they can be easily accessed for reference and auditing purposes
    6. Control projects against quality standards 1 identify and interpret quality standards from available information and pass them to the project team for their implementation, before they start work 2 set up systems for inspecting, controlling and recording the quality of work against specified quality standards 3 require the non-compliance of quality standards to be addressed and notify the project team if this is not done within a reasonable time 4 inform the project team regularly about significant variations in complying with quality standards, programme and safety and suggest the decisions which they need to make and actions they need to take 5 identify improvements from feedback received and recommend them to the project team 6 agree and record amendments to the contract quality requirements and specifications
    7. Ensure project compliance with legal and contractual requirements 7 identify and interpret legal, contractual and industry standards requirements from available information and clarify them where there is uncertainty 8 ensure that required legal, contractual and industry standards requirements consents are obtained 9 brief the project team about their legal, contractual and industry standards requirements responsibilities to those responsible for implementing them before they start work on the contract 10 develop and implement monitoring systems, collect information regularly and summarise it 11 identify situations which do not comply with legal, contractual and industry standards requirements, investigate the circumstances thoroughly and take responsibility for corrective action 12 identify any changes in legal, contractual and industry standards requirements which may have an impact on the project, summarise the important details and pass this on to the project team 13 complete statutory submissions accurately and on time
    8. Control project progress against agreed programme 14 develop and implement systems to monitor and record information on the progress of the project against the agreed programme 15 collect and analyse information regularly and summarise it 16 identify inadequately and inappropriately specified resources, inform project team and specify and obtain alternative resources 17 ensure that any progress deviations are identified and quantified 18 investigate the circumstances of any deviations thoroughly and agree and implement corrective action 19 recommend options which are most likely to minimise increases in time and help the project progress, and pass these on to the project team 20 regularly inform the project team and stakeholders about progress, changes to the programme, resource needs, and suggest the decisions and actions that need to be taken 21 identify improvements from feedback received and recommend them to project team and stakeholders
    9. Control project value and cost 22 ensure that appropriate project cost control systems are developed and implemented which are able to provide early warning of problems 23 ensure that value and cost data is collected regularly, recorded correctly and passed on to the people who need it in time for them to be able to use it 24 ensure that the correct work value and cost data are calculated from measurement of work quantity and payment rates 25 ensure that accurate value and cost data is prepared and presented in a format which will help people to make decisions 26 ensure that variations and trends in value and cost data are identified and quantify and cost them 27 ensure that any variations are investigated thoroughly and appropriate corrective action or amendment is agreed and implemented with the project team which will restore costs and expenditure to budget 28 ensure that systems and processes are developed and implemented for identifying opportunities for cost savings and recommend them to the project team 29 ensure that realistic opportunities for cost savings are identified and costed correctly and recommend them to the project team
    10. Manage your own resources and undertake continuing personal development in the occupational practice area 1 develop and maintain personal networks of contacts, which are appropriate to meet your current and future needs for information and resources 2 check, on a regular basis, how you are using your time at work and identify possible improvements 3 ensure that your performance consistently meets or goes beyond agreed requirements 4 get regular and useful feedback on your performance from those who are in a good position to judge it and provide you with objective and valid feedback 5 discuss and agree, with those you report to, any changes to your personal work objectives and development plan in the light of performance, feedback received, any development activities undertaken and any wider changes 6 define the personal aims and objectives for undertaking personal development 7 identify and contact sources of support and guidance for undertaking personal development 8 identify and select relevant standards of competence against which personal development can be measured 9 analyse the current personal level of performance against the identified standards of competence and record a profile of present competence and personal development needs 10 prepare a development plan for achieving identified development needs 11 undertake development activities aimed at achieving identified development needs, review and record progress and the effectiveness of the activities 12 measure the achievement of identified development needs and record evidence of competence gained against the identified standards of competence 13 review the cycle of personal development aims and objectives and revise and update aims and objectives to suit changing circumstances
    11. Enable people and yourself to learn and benefit from practice experience 14 identify, through discussion with people, areas where they need help to achieve their agreed competence levels and use the information to produce an agreed personal development plan 15 identify and offer adequate and appropriate opportunities and resources for people to learn 16 select and summarise relevant and up to date information about knowledge and practice in a format which is suitable for distribution and for developing learning materials 17 acknowledge appropriate opportunities to learn from other people 18 advise and coach people so that they can identify their current level of competence, their learning needs and targets 19 select and use appropriate learning techniques and methods which are suitable for the topic and the needs of the individual 20 present information to people using a pace, style and form which is appropriate to their needs 21 encourage people to ask questions, seek clarification and advice when they need help and during learning activities 22 review peoples' progress towards agreed objectives and give realistic and positive feedback on achievements
    12. Identify and assess hazards, and identify risks 1 check that clients are made aware of the relevant health, safety and welfare regulations and legal framework and their obligations in relation to them 2 collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the compliance of designs with relevant health, safety and welfare regulations and legal framework 3 ensure that hazards and their consequences arising from operations and individual activities are identified and prioritised 4 ensure that hazards are assessed to identify the significance of risks on an iterative basis throughout the development process
    13. Make design choices to reduce health and safety risks 5 ensure that identified hazards are eliminated and reduced whilst developing and modifying designs and conflicting demands are taken into account 6 ensure that community measures are given equal priority over project measures when reducing risks 7 take responsibility for ensuring that the risk reduction measures comply with relevant health and safety regulations and guidelines 8 ensure that the information needed by other people involved is recorded in any design documentation so that they can comply with their duties under relevant health and safety regulations 9 promote the implementation of the risk reduction measures with other people involved 10 encourage a responsible culture of health, safety and welfare in design processes and decision making
    14. Manage the design process 11 agree with the stakeholders the purposes which will be served by production and installation design information appropriate to the project stage 12 choose a format for presenting the production and installation design information which meets the requirements of the stakeholders 13 identify which parts of the overall project require production and installation design information 14 ensure that the parts of the project design which interact with each other are identified and suitable ways to maintain coherence and consistency between all aspects of the production and installation design information are agreed 15 ensure that procedures are set up which will maintain coherence and consistency between the production and installation design solutions and the overall development concept 16 ensure that techniques are confirmed which are suitable for investigating, calculating, testing, developing and specifying the production and installation design which are consistent with best practice and conform to relevant codes and standards
    15. Ensure that forms of contract are prepared 1 select forms of contract, contract clauses and documents for the form of procurement proposed 2 ensure that standard forms of contract are amended so that the clauses and documents are suitable for the form of procurement proposed 3 ensure that particulars and preliminaries are drafted which accurately describe the needs of all the stakeholders in the form of contract 4 ensure that contract clauses are checked and that appendices and amendments meet statutory requirements 5 ensure that non-standard forms of contract, clauses and documents are drafted, which have legal precedent, where standard or modified standard forms are not suitable 6 obtain legal advice on the implications of drafting non-standard clauses and forms of contract and explain why this is necessary to the stakeholders in the contract 7 obtain necessary checks and approvals for the draft forms of contract
    16. Ensure that the contract is negotiated and agreed 8 ensure that the obligations of the parties to the contract are identified and obtain valid, written proof that they are able to meet the obligations 9 negotiate contracts using a style and manner which maintains good long term relationships with all the stakeholders 10 negotiate and agree optimum contract terms, conditions and amendments 11 record the results of negotiations accurately and pass the information on, promptly and in accordance with legal requirements, to all the stakeholders 12 ensure that accurate copies of the final contract documents are prepared and checked to meet legal requirements and arrange for them to be signed
    17. Select and agree procurement strategies 1 identify and agree feasible and realistic procurement objectives and criteria 2 identify procurement methods which are capable of meeting the procurement objectives and evaluate them against selected criteria 3 select and recommend the most effective procurement methods which meet stakeholders' constraints and relevant legal and industry requirements 4 agree and record the selected procurement method and appropriate implementation procedures
    18. Establish project team arrangements 5 identify and confirm with the stakeholders, the type of project work and objectives for project team collaboration 6 form a selection panel of stakeholders to assess potential suppliers and services and identify selection criteria 7 provide information to potential suppliers and services and invite them to submit a statement of their capabilities 8 evaluate the potential suppliers and services using the selection criteria and agree a short-list 9 interview and hold discussions with the short-listed potential suppliers and services to assess their suitability, capability and commitment to the project and compliance with selection criteria 10 select and confirm the project suppliers and services with the stakeholders 11 negotiate agreements and contracts with project suppliers and services 12 conduct project team meetings to facilitate collaborative working and agree individual and mutual project objectives
    19. Recommend and agree a form of contract 13 identify clearly the stakeholders and the purpose of the contract 14 identify with the stakeholders significant criteria for selecting the form of contract 15 select and recommend a form of contract which is appropriate to the type of project work 16 give clear and accurate information and advice and provide stakeholders with the opportunities to comment and ask for clarification 17 agree a form of contract which is capable of being put into effect
    20. Evaluate potential implications for the resolution of disputes 1 evaluate all the information which is relevant to the dispute, identify information which will support the case and summarise and justify it in a reasoned argument 2 assess the strengths and weaknesses of the case and make a judgement about the potential outcomes 3 identify what expertise and support will be needed at different stages of the dispute 4 consult with experts, and provide them with a clear, valid and accurate summary, in cases where expert interpretation and judgement is required 5 assess the arguments and the advice received from experts, produce justifiable conclusions and recommendations for further action and pass these to the parties involved in the dispute 6 assess the implications of proceeding with the case 7 identify potential options for settling the dispute which are based on relevant information and accurate assessments 8 identify potential responses to the options for settling the dispute and assess the risk involved 9 recommend a process for settling the dispute which is likely to be most acceptable to all the parties involved and which meets legal requirements 10 specify, clearly, the process for settling the dispute which has been agreed and prepare written terms and conditions
    21. Negotiate and progress the resolution of disputes 11 prepare documents about the dispute which have a clear rationale, and which include valid supporting information 12 keep regular contact with the parties involved in the dispute and investigate and propose options and processes for settling the dispute, which are likely to be acceptable to them 13 review reactions and proposals from opposite parties and recommend a response 14 ask questions to test the consistency and resilience of the opposite parties' position and to probe for possible movement 15 summarise and record points of agreement and disagreement 16 recommend acceptance of offers which are judged to be the best available 17 draft formal acceptance letters accurately and in a suitable style, and send them promptly to all parties 18 suggest realistic options and processes for settling the dispute when offers are not acceptable and assess the advantages and disadvantages of each alternative
    22. Evaluate project whole life and low carbon costs 1 confirm energy goals and priorities for the project, both currently and in the future 2 confirm assumptions about cost elements, alternative designs, construction, services, financing and use options for the project stage with stakeholders 3 review and present the potential whole life costs and low carbon cost of the project from available design and development information 4 assess and quantify the whole life costs and low carbon cost implications for the project taking into account the views of experts and project stakeholders 5 review the whole life costs and low carbon costs against the project criteria and energy goals and priorities 6 summarise and present clearly and accurately the whole life costs and low carbon costs 7 discuss the whole life costs and low carbon costs with stakeholders and select and agree the most viable options
    23. Assess and provide for the conservation of energy use 8 review legislative requirements in order to identify the energy use and control criteria relevant to the type of property and systems 9 ensure that the information on the property and systems necessary to assess energy use is gathered and recorded 10 ensure that solutions which meet the criteria for the type of property and systems are reviewed, calculated and specified 11 prescribe commissioning procedures and certification necessary for property and systems 12 identify and define any consequent improvements that may be required to meet energy use and control criteria relevant to the type of property and systems 13 provide operating and maintenance instructions to users to enable property and systems to be operated in an energy efficient manner
    24. Agree and implement systems with suppliers and services 1 specify and agree the ways in which systems will be managed and aligned with suppliers and services 2 identify and agree, with stakeholders, the changes to systems which are necessary to meet technical and quality requirements 3 develop and implement systems, identify any problems and make appropriate modifications before moving to full implementation 4 check that the alignment of systems conforms to the requirements of data protection legislation 5 negotiate and agree formal contractual arrangements that set out the requirements for the implementation and operation of strategic sourcing partnerships
    25. Monitor and control arrangements for strategic sourcing 6 review the terms of contract regularly with suppliers and services and assess whether there are continued benefits 7 monitor the performance of suppliers and services against agreed standards and quantify any variations in performance 8 inform suppliers and services about variations in performance from contract terms, and provide them with advice and information about the changes needed and the time allowed to make the changes 9 investigate variations and problems, identify likely causes and inform all those who are affected 10 assess existing sourcing arrangements against alternative supply options regularly and estimate the relative benefits and advantages
    26. Evaluate pre-qualification of tenderers 1 implement an appropriate type of procurement strategy which aligns with legal and statutory requirements and decide which potential tenderers could meet the contract conditions 2 decide which potential tenderers could meet the contract specification to fulfil the selected type of procurement process 3 decide how many tenderers to invite, taking into account the value and size of the contract 4 send enquiries to potential tenderers, in accordance with regulatory requirements, requiring them to provide evidence about their experience and capability 5 choose selection criteria which are suitable to weight and rate performance for the type of work described in the tender 6 evaluate potential tenderers who respond to the invitation against the selection criteria, place them in rank order and choose the number needed 7 offer advice and information to decision makers about potential tenderers and the selection criteria and modify the tender list to reflect any agreed changes 8 confirm that the selected tenderers are willing to tender 9 add more potential tenderers from the evaluation list which meet the selection criteria if those contacted are not willing to tender
    27. Obtain bids and tenders 10 ensure that procurement information and documents are drafted which meet statutory regulations, codes of practice and the organisation's policies 11 ensure that procurement information and documents are issued to all the tenderers on the agreed list, following the agreed procedures 12 respond to queries from tenderers promptly and pass on any additional information which they need 13 pass on to all the tenderers the information given to individual tenderers, and amendments to procurement information and documents 14 ensure that accurate records are kept of procurement information and documents issued, feedback, queries and information from tenderers 15 ensure that required action is implemented when tenderers withdraw from the process
    28. Analyse and select successful bids and tenders and negotiate changes 16 ensure that the tenders received are stored in a secure place and opened on the closing date in line with the organisation's procedures and regulatory requirements 17 select for evaluation those tenders which meet the criteria and reject those that do not 18 check with tenderers if any discrepancies, omissions and errors are found in the tenders, and agree and make any amendments with tenderers 19 analyse the tenders which are selected against the agreed criteria and choose the tender which best meets the criteria 20 check that the successful tenderer and the client can meet the obligations of the contract and recommend a preferred tender to the client 21 negotiate and agree any variations, adjustments and corrections with the successful tenderer and confirm them in writing, subject to contract 22 accept the successful tender formally and notify tenderers who have been unsuccessful, about the result 23 modify and repeat the procurement process if too few tenders are received to show that there has been adequate competition
    29. Identify and resource the development of new products and services to meet market needs 1 review the organisation's operations and evaluate its strengths and weaknesses to compete in potential markets 2 identify appropriate and realistic market areas for the organisation and summarise the information accurately 3 analyse the demand for and type of new products and services within the identified market areas 4 identify opportunities to use new marketing technologies, materials and techniques to meet identified market needs 5 ensure that the resources needed are calculated accurately and that sufficient resources are allocated for the development of new products and services 6 negotiate additional resources in cases where existing resources are insufficient to meet development costs 7 select new and innovative products and services for development which are based on an accurate evaluation of the organisation's business policy
    30. Develop and implement a marketing strategy 8 evaluate the present image and reputation of the organisation with the target audience and identify the potential client base 9 develop an information gathering system to support the development of marketing and promotion strategies 10 identify and agree potential new business opportunities 11 evaluate marketing and promotion options and develop a clear and relevant strategy which is capable of making a significant impact on the target audience 12 choose methods, media and techniques for the marketing and promotion of the organisation which are consistent with the corporate image 13 negotiate, agree and implement a programme and budget to deliver the agreed marketing and promotion strategy 14 monitor the marketing and promotion strategy regularly, review the impact and make modifications which will improve market presence and penetration
    31. Develop and maintain a policy to maximise client and customer satisfaction 15 analyse market research to determine realistically the type and quality of services clients and customers will need 16 develop a clear and realistic client and customer service policy and agree it with decision makers 17 develop a policy for client and customer service which summarises the organisation's agreed policy and circulate it to all the workforce 18 develop and introduce an appropriate client and customer service system, which will meet the service needs 19 develop and introduce systems for obtaining client and customer feedback and monitor them regularly for both positive and negative feedback 20 summarise positive client and customer feedback and circulate it to decision makers 21 investigate and respond to negative client and customer feedback and individual complaints promptly and resolve cases 22 produce regular summaries of client and customer complaints and compliments, the action taken and recommendations for future action and circulate the summaries to decision makers
    32. Assess and manage project risks and opportunities 1 identify and review project information and processes relating to risks and opportunities 2 identify and assess the significance and ownership of the risks and opportunities 3 select the most effective risk management methods and procedures to manage residual risks that comply with all relevant regulations and guidelines 4 identify the activities and resources required to implement the risk management methods 5 specify clearly the procedures for implementing the risk management methods and procedures 6 implement and maintain the risk management methods and procedures and modify them to meet changed circumstances
    33. Develop and maintain systems for managing health, safety and welfare 7 encourage a culture of health, safety and welfare on the project and identify and recommend opportunities for improving the work environment 8 develop and maintain adequate health, safety and welfare policies and systems which meet organisational and statutory requirements 9 allocate health, safety and welfare responsibilities, equipment and resources to people which are consistent with organisational and statutory requirements, and the specific project requirements 10 develop and implement systems which meet statutory requirements for identifying and reducing hazards and reporting accidents and emergencies and preventing recurrence 11 ensure that health, safety and welfare systems are checked regularly, in accordance with organisational and statutory requirements, and identify and record any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations
    34. Establish and manage project team activities 12 prepare a strategy for the project which makes the best use of the capabilities of all project team members 13 examine stakeholder needs and intentions from the brief, discuss and clarify them with stakeholders and resolve any issues 14 develop clear parameters which will enable the project to meet the requirements of the brief and schedules 15 set up arrangements to achieve communication and trust between stakeholders 16 set up and agree, with the project team members, appropriate and realistic methods for project development, evaluation, modification, monitoring and updating 17 identify potential areas needing investigation and agree a realistic timescale and costs with the project team 18 motivate, coach and involve project team members to maximise and integrate their contributions to the project development 19 monitor the progress of the project team and provide members with feedback on timing, task completion and team processes 20 coordinate feedback sessions in a manner which is suitable for the needs and capabilities of the project team and which allows each team member enough time to express their views
    35. Implement project organisation and communication systems 21 identify the organisational and communication needs for the project 22 implement systems which are compatible with those used by the client and supply chain and which enable clear and effective management, and administrative and operational controls 23 produce information about people's roles and responsibilities, the project, and the organisational structure, and circulate the information to stakeholders 24 introduce methods of communicating, reporting, recording and retrieving information between stakeholders which are appropriate to the needs of the project and monitor the methods regularly for effectiveness 25 set up systems for recording and providing feedback on the ways in which resources are allocated and used 26 audit health, safety and welfare systems regularly, in accordance with organisational and statutory requirements, and identify and record any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations and if necessary take responsibility restoring compliance
    36. Obtain and evaluate project feedback information and make improvements 27 promote the value of making improvements from feedback throughout the project and encourage stakeholders to collaborate and deliver feedback information to collaborate and deliver feedback information 28 identify and agree the areas to focus on for making improvements from feedback 29 identify and agree valid and reliable methods and sources for obtaining feedback information on projects and for assessing and recommending improvements from feedback 30 obtain, investigate and review the feedback information, match it against the original requirements and objectives and summarise both positive and negative factors 31 recommend improvements from feedback received and justify the recommendations to decision makers 32 classify improvements from feedback which have been agreed and incorporate them accurately into updated procedures and databases
    37. Select and form a project team 1 identify the team resources that are needed and where they can be obtained, and select those that meet agreed timescales and budget limits 2 identify any significant factors which will affect the number, type and availability of team resources 3 evaluate the quality and potential reliability of team resources and circulate the results to decision makers 4 negotiate and agree proposals of contractual arrangements for team resources which are likely to produce an effective team and follow necessary rules and formalities 5 follow the rules and formalities for obtaining team resources
    38. Develop and maintain working relationships 6 develop, maintain and encourage working relationships with people which promote goodwill, trust and respect 7 inform people about work activities in an appropriate level of detail and with an appropriate degree of urgency 8 offer advice and help to people about work activities with sensitivity and encourage questions, requests for clarification and comments 9 present proposals for action clearly to people at an appropriate time and with the right level of detail for the degree of change, expenditure and risk involved 10 clarify with people objections to proposals and suggest alternative proposals
    39. Evaluate estimate, bid and tender enquiry documentation 1 check the tender details and tender requirements and confirm them with decision makers 2 summarise the tender requirements accurately and pass them on for comment to decision makers 3 identify any points of concern in the tender documents and refer them to decision makers for them to clarify and resolve 4 evaluate the tender documents against the agreed criteria and assess whether the organisation is capable of meeting the tender requirements 5 identify and assess any contractual and legal issues which might affect the project 6 investigate the tender documents within budgets and tender time limits 7 draw accurate conclusions about tender requirements within the limits of the tender information which is available, and which provide an objective basis for making a decision on whether to make a bid 8 keep information about tender enquiries in confidence and only pass it on to people who have the authority to receive it
    40. Assess the resource requirements and costs within an estimate, bid and tender 9 develop a proposed method statement and draft programme which meet the tender requirements 10 ensure that the resources needed are calculated accurately from available sources, resource availability is investigated and the information is presented so that the requirements can be costed and planned 11 ensure that resource costs are estimated by calculating an accurate cost for each item which is required 12 ensure that the cost is modified to take into account any external factors which may affect the cost projections 13 produce the overall estimate of costs and check that it is complete, accurate and in a form which is suitable for a judgement to be made 14 explain and clarify the projected costs to support the calculations 15 recommend payment schedules which will meet known cash flow requirements
    41. Finalise and submit an estimate, bid and tender offer 16 identify and evaluate, realistically, the risks and opportunities involved in a successful tender offer 17 identify and specify any alternatives and qualifications to the original tender requirements which may improve the organisation's ability to carry out the work 18 apply a profit margin and payment schedule which meets the objectives and strategy of the organisation 19 check that the tender offer is complete and accurate and conforms to house style and make any necessary modifications 20 present and support the tender offer in a manner which maximises its acceptability 21 collate, arrange and submit the tender offer information in accordance with procurement requirements 22 collect together all the tender offer information, record it, store it securely and only pass it on to people who have the authority to receive it
    42. Prepare proposal for a project brief 1 identify and agree the stakeholders' requirements, opinions and aspirations and prepare a project proposal 2 select data which is relevant and valid, analyse it and qualify its status 3 estimate and confirm the cost and timescale of the project 4 review the cost implications of adopting alternative design, construction, services, financing and use strategies and agree them with stakeholders 5 prepare a draft brief clearly, accurately, unambiguously and within the time agreed, and present the brief to stakeholders 6 explain and discuss any significant constraints, opportunities and areas of uncertainty relating to the project 7 modify the draft to reflect the discussion and relevant points which have been raised 8 negotiate a clear and mutually acceptable agreement on the brief which is in sufficient detail to allow work to start on the next stage of the project
    43. Develop a project outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief 9 review the requirements of the brief and check and clarify initial assumptions about the project outline programme with stakeholders 10 develop a realistic outline programme for the project stages which takes account of identified constraints 11 discuss the outline programme with stakeholders and agree any necessary modifications to the brief, outline programme and constraints 12 prepare, present and agree an outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief and the expectations of stakeholders
    44. Identify, assess and agree project requirements and stakeholder preferences 13 clarify the project stakeholders' understanding of project processes and procedures and the roles of those who need to be involved 14 identify and agree with project stakeholders what their goals and priorities are both now and for the future 15 clarify the project stakeholders' circumstances and requirements, the options available and the constraints and risks which might apply to the project 16 advise and guide project stakeholders about new regulatory or technological requirements and innovations to enable them to make informed decisions 17 summarise and present the project requirements and stakeholders' preferences 18 evaluate project requirements and stakeholders' preferences which do not appear to be realistic and recommend valid options and record agreement
    45. Exchange information and present advice on technical issues 1 obtain and evaluate information which is sufficiently detailed for the purpose 2 present technical information and advice which is complete, summarised accurately and relevant to technical issues 3 present technical recommendations and judgements which are clear, accurate and valid, and which represent the best advice possible, given the information and resources available 4 give technical instructions and guidance which are likely to be understood by the people who will follow them 5 present technical recommendations and judgements using a style of communication which is appropriate to the people receiving information and advice 6 adapt and modify the presentation of technical recommendations and judgements where people have difficulties understanding them
    46. Resolve complex indeterminate situations 7 identify where complex indeterminate situations exist, estimate their effects realistically and summarise the issues for the organisation 8 assess the validity and completeness of the information available and identify any significant gaps 9 specify and obtain sufficient additional information to cover any gaps and to provide a valid starting point for the analysis of the situation 10 analyse information and draw valid and justifiable conclusions 11 apply decision making techniques which increase the reliability of the conclusions 12 reflect on the conclusions and interpret them into detailed issues that enable known opportunities and solutions to be identified and utilised for establishing policy
    47. Practice within an ethical framework 13 make judgements and offer advice which balance the needs of the client, the resources available and the needs of people in the community who are directly and indirectly affected 14 take clear and unequivocal personal responsibility for your own decisions and the decisions of others in your organisation 15 behave in an ethical manner and take appropriate action if unethical behaviour is brought to your attention 16 establish a system of communication to report instances of unethical behaviour which encourages responsibility and empowerment at all levels 17 offer judgements and advice which recognise the needs of other people 18 manage criteria that identify offers and contracts which are illegal and which may generate conflicts of interest and reject those that fail the criteria 19 define the limits of your professional expertise and set perimeters to work within them 20 disclose information obtained from clients only to those who have a legitimate right to receive it 21 enter into formal and informal contracts and agreements for advisory and problem-solving services which conform to legal requirements, ethical standards and recognised good practice and that service providers adhere to relevant conditions 22 communicate with clients in a style and manner which maintains professional independence and maximises goodwill and trust 23 define and agree the working practices and the expectations of the people involved in the contract 24 set up and implement systems to protect the individual, and the interests of society and to indemnify clients where the advice given results in loss or damage to the client 25 keep all funds, including interest, held on behalf of clients, separate from personal and organisational funds 26 promote a culture of honesty and equity with people, identify areas of weakness and recommend or implement improvements
    48. implement and monitor at least four of the following systems to record the progress of the project against the agreed programme(s)
    • visual inspection(s)
    • resource records
    • site inspection reports
    • contractor’s report
    • written, graphical and electronic records of the actual work against the programmed work
    • site meetings
    • organisational procedures
    • management reports
    • benchmarks
    • comparison with project requirements
    49. collect and record progress information regularly and summarise it for stakeholders
    50. identify and record inadequate or inappropriate resources, recommend alternative resources and pass the information to stakeholders
    51. identify, quantify and record any identified or predicted deviations from planned progress which have or may occur
    52. identify and record the circumstances of any deviations and identify corrective actions
    53. recommend options to stakeholders that allow the programme to be maintained
    54. inform stakeholders about changes to the operational programme
    55. suggest, implement and record the decisions and actions that need to be taken to maintain progress
    56. identify and record improvements to the programme from feedback received and inform stakeholders
    57. identify and interpret quality standards from available information and ensure their implementation before work commences
    58. specify roles and responsibilities and allocate these to individuals to maintain quality standards, and contribute towards a site quality plan or procedure
    59. establish systems to inspect and control the quality of the work and record the systems adopted
    60. regularly check that inspections are carried out to ensure that work conforms to the specified quality standards
    61. identify and record any work which fails to meet the requirements and specified quality standards, implement corrective action and ensure records are kept
    62. inform stakeholders about variations in quality standards, record and recommend solutions and actions for the following
    • effects of quality on the programme
    • effects of quality on safety
    • effects of quality on finished product
    63. identify conflicts between quality standards and refer them to stakeholders for resolution
    64. identify improvements from analysing feedback received and record and recommend them to stakeholders
    65. implement and monitor one of the following quantities and cost control systems which can provide early warning of problems
    • operational procedures and meetings
    • electronic records
    66. ensure that quantity and cost data is collected, recorded and passed on to the stakeholders in relation to at least four of the following
    • people
    • plant, equipment or machinery
    • materials and components
    • sub-contractors
    • information
    • work area and facilities
    • waste management
    • site overheads
    • records of valuations of work completed
    67. ensure that work values, quantities and cost data are prepared and recorded
    68. ensure that prepared data is presented in a format which will help the people responsible to make decisions
    69. ensure that variations and trends in quantities and cost data are identified, specified, quantified, costed and recorded
    70. ensure that any variations are investigated, agreed and recorded to allow at least one of the following actions to be implemented
    • alter progress in accordance with agreed programme
    • agree new completion dates
    • initiate contract claim
    • secure alternative resources
    • alter planned work schedules
    • alter method of work
    71. identify and record at least four of the following opportunities for cost efficiency and recommend them to stakeholders
    • waste reduction
    • resource management and logistics
    • applications of new technologies and materials
    • energy and utility management
    • recyclable and recoverable materials
    • alternative sources and types of materials
    • variations in quality
    • standardisation
    • revenue generation
    • method of work
    72. identify major activities, determine the resources needed from the information available, prepare draft work programmes and schedules and record all the information
    73. evaluate, assess and record alternative methods, resources and systems and consider the outcomes in order to select the best solution to meet project requirements
    74. obtain clarification and advice from the following information sources where the resources required are not available
    • stakeholders
    • the workforce
    • technical and trade literature
    75. analyse the activities against project requirements giving consideration to at least four of the following external factors and record the outcomes
    • other lead programmes
    • supply lead times
    • contingencies
    • special working conditions
    • weather conditions
    • statutory limitations
    • site conditions
    • environmental considerations
    • customers
    76. determine how long each activity will take, identify and record the activities which influence each other and sequence them logically and realistically into a schedule so that they make the best use of the resources available
    77. ensure the production of detailed programmes and schedules of planned activities, including at least two of the following, which are consistent with the complexity of the project
    • programmes
    • network analysis
    • critical activities
    • action lists
    • resource schedules
    78. develop, record and implement a system to monitor the works programmes and schedules, analyse and record the results and make recommendations to improve production and planning
    79. identify and record circumstances that cause alterations to the works programmes and schedules, calculate cost and time benefits to ensure they will meet changed circumstances and record decision-maker’s endorsement of changes
    80. identify the environmental management considerations
    81. examine project data, and establish and record methods of work that will support sustainability
    82. promote a culture of environmental awareness and support for sustainability in the workforce
    83. examine and record the policies adopted for environmental management and sustainability
    84. delegate and record the assigned duties for environmental management and monitoring of sustainable work methods
    85. monitor project work against at least four of the following environmental factors and take appropriate action to ensure organisational requirements are met
    • appearance
    • ecological
    • natural conservation
    • historical conservation
    • statutory nuisances
    • emissions to air, land and water
    • movement of project people, resources and vehicles
    • waste management
    • responsible contractor
    • contaminated land
    • invasive species
    86. monitor project work against at least four of the following sustainability requirements and take appropriate action to ensure organisational requirements are met in respect of:
    • reuse and recycled materials and resources
    • corporate social responsibility (CSR) and social value
    • wellbeing
    • innovation, legislation, technologies and skills
    • procurement of sustainable materials and resources
    • use and storage of materials and resources
    • energy use, environmental emissions
    87. identify positive performance in environmental management and sustainable methods of work and make recommendations to at least three of the following stakeholders:
    • the client, customer or their representative
    • contractors
    • consultants
    • sub-contractors
    • suppliers
    • workforce
    • internal management
    88. establish a culture of health, safety, welfare and wellbeing on site by carrying out the following
    • communicate with and involve the workforce
    • provide opportunities for development or training
    • lead by example
    • implement a proactive reporting process
    • identify and implement agreed ways to improve health, safety, welfare and wellbeing
    89. delegate specific health, safety, welfare and wellbeing responsibilities
    • assign responsibilities that are defined, documented and communicated and which adhere to current organisational requirements
    • carry out and monitor site inductions to ensure people have been informed of their responsibilities
    90. ensure accurate and appropriate notices and hazard warnings that conform to current organisational requirements are maintained and observed
    • carry out regular inspections to ensure conformity
    • ensure maintenance is carried out regularly and documented
    • check that people have been trained to recognise and understand the different types of notices and warnings
    91. ensure health, safety and welfare equipment and resources are available and sufficient to meet current organisational requirements
    • monitor and allocate health, safety and welfare equipment and resources
    • implement a recording system to confirm that the health and safety control equipment is appropriate for the work being carried out
    • implement maintenance checks on health, safety and welfare equipment and resources
    92. implement systems which meet current organisational requirements to identify hazards, reduce risks and maintain the health, safety, welfare and wellbeing of people including the following
    • identify the hazards and their consequences
    • analyse hazards and identify risks
    • consolidate and prioritise risks
    • implement monitoring systems and regularly evaluate to improve health, safety, welfare and wellbeing
    • implement appropriate measures to manage risks at source
    93. ensure hazards are assessed to identify the residual risks, apply the principles of prevention to reduce the risks and provide information to the appropriate people
    • record identified residual risks and maintain a reporting system to disseminate information
    • identify measures which can control the risks to health and safety
    • implement organisational prevention policy which covers health, safety, welfare and wellbeing relating to the working environment
    94. monitor health, safety, welfare and wellbeing systems regularly for compliance with current organisational requirements
    • ensure health, safety, welfare and wellbeing organisational requirements are current and actioned
    • collect and record workplace health, safety, welfare and wellbeing systems data
    • contribute to reports which demonstrate compliance with the organisational policies
    95. collect, collate and analyse relevant pre-construction information, ensuring that it is up to date and accurate
    96. establish and record the relevant dimensional control information for the project
    97. ensure that variations in dimensional control are identified, recorded and notified to stakeholders
    98. establish a dimensional control monitoring system, which ensures dimensional controls are maintained
    99. ensure that measuring and recording equipment is calibrated and maintained to meet the specified accuracy criteria and the checks are recorded
    100. evaluate and record at least five of the following project data sources in order to identify work methods
    • conditions of contract
    • bills of quantities or methods of measurement
    • specifications and/or schedules of work
    • drawings
    • health, safety and environmental plans
    • organisational requirements
    • instructions and variations
    • information on materials
    • programmes
    • survey reports
    • design data
    • statutory consents
    • sub-contractor arrangements and attendance
    • method statements and/or risk assessments
    • safe systems of work
    101. obtain and record additional information from at least two of the following sources in cases where the available project data is insufficient
    • stakeholders
    • regulatory authorities
    • technical and trade guidance
    102. identify and record the work methods which will make the best use of resources and materials and which meet project and current organisational requirements from at least two of the following information sources:
    • current organisational requirements, codes of practice and official guidance
    • investigative research
    • technical and trade guidance
    • building regulations and/or standards
    • surveys and reports
    103. evaluate and record identified work methods against at least six of the following technical, environmental and project criteria and select the most suitable
    • materials performance and availability
    • health, safety, welfare and wellbeing
    • fire safety
    • access
    • plant, equipment or machinery performance and availability
    • resources
    • traffic management
    • environmental issues
    • cost benefits
    • current organisational requirements, codes of practice and official guidance
    • stakeholders needs
    • contract requirements in terms of time and quantity
    • waste management
    • sustainability
    104. ensure method statements and risk assessments are current, accurate, agreed and acceptable to all stakeholders
    105. recommend the chosen work method to at least two of the following stakeholders and record the outcomes
    • the client, customer or their representative
    • contractors
    • consultants
    • designers
    • sub-contractors
    • suppliers
    • workforce
    • internal management
    106. implement systems for the collection of feedback from at least six of the following sources
    • general public
    • workforce
    • suppliers
    • customers
    • colleagues
    • social media
    • regulators
    • auditors
    • client appointees
    • designers
    107. ensure feedback from five of the following methods or sources is obtained, investigated, recorded and analysed
    • project correspondence
    • site tests and inspections
    • scientific research and data
    • performance in use
    • meetings
    • questionnaires
    • audits and reports
    • site monitoring
    • consultations
    108. evaluate the feedback received and justify the recommendations to stakeholders
    109. summarise and record recommendations from feedback analysis and promote for adoption and use
    110. evaluate feedback systems to ensure recommendations have been implemented and are effective
    111. ensure and record that the specification of the selected plant, equipment or machinery meets the needs of the project before deployment
    112. confirm and record that pre-use and operative checks have been carried out to ensure that the plant, equipment or machinery to be deployed complies with current legislation and will be set up, operated and maintained by competent people
    113. implement and use a system to update the deployment and allocation of plant, equipment or machinery and operators, as the project progresses or changes occur and make recommendations on the use of alternative types of plant, equipment or machinery to decision-makers
    114. identify hazards, assess, and mitigate risks arising from the use of plant, equipment or machinery to protect the workforce, sub-contractors, suppliers, consultants, occupants, visitors, the general public, and the environment by the application of information relating to at least three of the following
    • methods of work
    • risk assessment
    • safe use and storage of tools
    • safe use and storage of materials
    • traffic management
    115. ensure that plant, equipment or machinery operations are planned, appropriately supervised and conducted in accordance with current legislation by analysing the following
    • safe systems of work written or approved for plant, equipment or machinery operations
    • roles and responsibilities allocated to plant, equipment or machinery supervisors, operators and users
    • information passed to operators, users and supervisors
    116. ensure that the suitable storage, servicing and maintenance of plant, equipment or machinery has been arranged and meets organisational requirements by analysing the following
    • arrangements for the storage of plant, equipment or machinery
    • checks made for serviceability and maintenance of plant, equipment or machinery as appropriate to organisational requirements
    117. identify and record the competency requirements for supervisors, operators and users of plant, equipment or machinery that will or could support the project or future projects in relation to organisational requirements
    118. promote and record opportunities to suggest improvements in plant operations provided to at least four of the following
    • supervisors
    • operators
    • users
    • the workforce
    • members of the public
    • stakeholders
    • clients and other duty holders
    • visitors
    • supply chain
    119. ensure that plant, equipment or machinery which is no longer needed is returned or removed and records are maintained
    120. observe and apply organisational requirements appropriate for the protection of the workforce, sub-contractors, suppliers, consultants, occupants, visitors, the general public, and the environment by the application of information relating to:
    • methods of work
    • risk assessments
    • safe use and storage of tools
    • safe use and storage of materials and components
    • traffic management
    • emergency plans
    • fire safety
    • acoustic and sound insulation
    • thermal insulation
    • workforce competency
    • site constraints
    121. manage the implementation of the retrofit plan ensuring effective and efficient working practices compliant with design and quality standards, for a given occupational area
    122. review and record on works progress against the project programme, resources and planned sequencing of works, and recommend and take corrective action when required
    123. recognise and report defects in installation, with specific reference to six of the following:
    • gaps in installation
    • missing and inappropriate fixings
    • detailing at corners, edges, junctions and openings
    • interaction with building services
    • combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
    • fire safety
    • acoustic and sound insulation
    • thermal bypass and thermal bridges
    • loading
    124. record and report that ventilation is not compromised and complies with all relevant standards for the following:
    • gas and other combustion appliances
    • flues
    • general ventilation
    125. check and record that the retrofit works conform to quality, standards and compliance with the retrofit design and manufacturers’ instructions, throughout the installation process, for at least fourteen of the following:
    • alterations to the structure
    • loadings
    • fixings
    • corners, junctions and edges of building elements
    • interfaces between the building fabric, services and the occupants
    • windows and doors including reveals, sills and soffits
    • thermal bypass
    • thermal bridges
    • air tightness
    • vapour barriers
    • moisture movement
    • moisture ingress
    • condensation risks
    • rainwater goods
    • mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP)
    • fire safety
    • acoustic and sound insulation
    126. recommend, record and implement corrective actions when required for at least fourteen of the following:
    • alterations to the structure
    • loadings
    • fixings
    • corners, junctions and edges of building elements
    • interfaces between the building fabric, services and the occupants
    • windows and doors including reveals, sills and soffits
    • thermal bypass
    • thermal bridges
    • air tightness
    • vapour barriers
    • moisture movement
    • moisture ingress
    • condensation risks
    • rainwater goods
    • mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP)
    • combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
    • fire safety
    • acoustic and sound insulation
    127. manage the scheduling and coordination of the inspection, testing, and commissioning and record the outcomes for retrofit works
    128. recommend, record and implement any required corrective actions for retrofit works following commissioning including but not limited to two of the following:
    • ventilation
    • combustion appliances
    • heat recovery devices
    • heating systems
    • hot water systems
    • lighting fittings
    • systems and controls
    • insulation
    • draught proofing
    • windows and doors
    • solar blinds, shutter and shading devices
    • renewable energy installations
    • fire safety
    • acoustic and sound insulation
    129. manage the project handover on completion of the installation of retrofit works
    130. confirm project requirements, consult with stakeholders and develop, agree and record a handover programme
    131. check that project requirements have been met, or record outstanding work, including any remedial activities or defects, in order to agree, arrange and record a satisfactory completion
    132. carry out handover inspections, relevant tests and commissioning activities ensuring they are recorded and certificated
    133. record stakeholder concerns during inspection, agree and record any actions required
    134. ensure that at least three of the following stakeholders’ respective responsibilities are recorded, accepted and adopted on handover
    • insurance
    • security
    • operations
    • health, safety and wellbeing
    • utility supply
    • environmental
    • sustainability
    135. assemble, record and hand over relevant documentation for the following in accordance with the project
    • manuals and guidance materials
    • plans
    • operating equipment
    • security information and equipment
    • certificates
    • services
    • systems
    • equipment
    • materials
    • maintenance records
    • structural design
    136. interpret and confirm the relevance of the following information in relation to the supervision of installing, maintaining and removing temporary works:
    • drawings
    • design brief
    • check certificates
    • hold points
    • permits to work
    • risk classification
    • implementation plan
    • inspection and test plan
    • specifications
    • schedules
    • method statements
    • risk assessments
    • manufacturers’ information
    137. observe current legislation and official guidance to the work environment to ensure protection and safety of the workforce, the general public, visitors, and the environment by application of information relating to at least six of the following:
    • methods of work
    • risk assessment
    • safe use and storage of tools
    • safe use of access equipment
    • traffic management
    • emergency plans
    • fire safety/ hot works
    • lifting plans
    • environmental factors
    138. identify, assess and maintain the following resources for temporary works
    • people
    • plant, equipment or machinery
    • materials and components
    • sub-contractors
    • information
    • work and facilities
    • waste management
    • utilities (power, water, lighting)
    139. confirm that all materials, equipment and tooling is correct prior to installation
    140. manage the installation of the temporary works in accordance with the programme of works to meet the needs of organisational and other stakeholder procedures
    141. keep accurate records of work progress checks, faults, problems, corrective actions, quantities involved and maintain safe working methods and practices
    142. handover the temporary works in accordance with organisational procedures
    143. manage the removal of the temporary works in accordance with the programme of works to meet the needs of organisational and other stakeholder requirements
    144. define and record your aims and objectives for undertaking personal development
    145. access at least three of the following sources of support and guidance to identify recognised standards to manage your personal development
    • national organisations
    • industry organisations and associations
    • professional institutions
    • further education organisations
    • training providers
    • in-house resources
    • line manager
    • colleagues
    • trade periodicals and journals
    • social media
    • online resources
    • certification bodies
    146. analyse the current level of your knowledge and performance against selected and recognised standards
    147. develop a profile of your competence and personal development needs and record the outcomes
    148. prepare and record a development plan for achieving identified development needs
    149. undertake development activities aimed at achieving identified development needs, reviewing and recording progress and the effectiveness of the activities
    150. obtain, accept and record feedback from people who can judge your performance and provide objective, valid feedback
    151. review the cycle of personal development aims and objectives to revise and update aims and objectives to suit changing circumstances and record the outcomes
    152. give adequate written notification(s) to all the stakeholders who will be affected about when work will start, how long it will take and when it will finish and confirm all dates in writing
    153. communicate and agree a programme and method with people who will be doing the work that integrates operations and keep records in accordance with organisational requirements
    154. identify, record and obtain information requirements before work starts including but not limited to the following
    • survey reports
    • design
    • contractual
    • statutory consents
    • contractor’s pre-planning information
    • health safety and environmental plan
    • method statements
    • programmes
    • checks carried out to verify the competence of the workforce including but not limited to industry certification schemes, cards, competence schemes, qualifications, certificates and training
    155. organise attendance for sub-contractors including but not limited to the following
    • welfare facilities
    • work specifications
    • security and fencing
    • utilities
    • traffic management
    • access and egress
    • off-loading and loading
    • dimensional control
    • storage
    • records of attendance
    156. organise and keep records of meetings and communications with sub-contractors to discuss project or contract requirements and attendances including but not limited to
    • time
    • quality
    • cost
    • statutory consents and notifications
    • sustainability
    • environment
    157. plan, schedule, obtain and maintain sufficient resources of the appropriate type which will meet the project requirements and timescales for at least three of the following
    • people
    • plant, equipment and machinery¬¬
    • materials and components
    • sub-contractors
    • information
    158. organise and control the site and resources so that conditions are safe and the site is tidy by producing a record of site maintenance activities including but not limited to the following
    • plan of the site showing storage and waste management areas
    • hoardings and security arrangements
    • signage
    • access and egress
    • safety and emergency response
    • welfare facilities
    • personal protective equipment (PPE)
    159. develop contingency plans to meet special requirements and minimise disruption to those likely to be affected by the works programme
    160. maintain records or plans showing how disruption has been minimised for special requirements and contingencies which include records of delegated tasks to other team members including but not limited to the following
    • sequencing
    • archaeology
    • heritage issues
    • stakeholders
    • environmental considerations
    • vehicular and public access
    • health and safety and emergencies
    • hazards and site conditions
    • trespass
    • statutory regulations and limitations
    • political intervention
    161. analyse project requirements in line with operational plans to ensure quantities and supplies of materials meet organisational requirements and develop a delivery schedule
    162. analyse calculations for delivery and lead times and ensure records of delivery schedule and traffic management are maintained
    163. identify and record alternatives to the supply of materials to improve the following
    • economy of usage
    • cost
    • environmental impact
    • sustainability
    164. ensure orders are prepared in line with organisational and/or project requirements to meet the delivery schedule
    165. promote goodwill and trust with suppliers and users to ensure the delivery schedule is maintained through positive negotiation
    166. implement and record the organisational or project systems for the monitoring of the delivery schedule, materials and supplier performance to ensure they meet the project specification
    167. analyse records of the following identified factors used in materials control
    • quality
    • quantity
    • payment to suppliers
    • approval by client, customer or their representative
    • programming
    168. identify and record problems with supply and take action to resolve them
    169. identify and record revisions to the delivery schedule to facilitate change or minimise disruption to the programme
    170. implement and record regular inspections to confirm the project requirements for at least three of the following maintenance activities for the following property, services or systems:
    171. identify, review and record the consideration of at least four of the following influencing factors and three of the following guidance materials about the property, service or system to be maintained
    172. prioritise and record the maintenance activities to take account of identified influencing factors whilst maintaining consistency
    173. identify and record at least four of the following changing circumstances
    • susceptibility to damage
    • safety requirements
    • need to inhibit, and respond to deterioration
    • weather conditions
    • ground or site conditions
    • environmental conditions
    • use or change of use
    • current legislation
    • resources
    • security threats
    • client, customer or their representative
    • reports and surveys
    • historical data
    • planning or statutory consents
    174. ensure maintenance activity records of actions carried out and data collected are current for at least four of the following
    • inspections
    • faults or problems
    • corrective actions
    • costs
    • resources
    • complaints
    • delays
    175. identify, assess and obtain at least two of the following necessary resources for maintenance activities
    • people
    • plant, equipment or machinery
    • materials and components
    • sub-contractors
    • information
    • work area and facilities
    • waste management
    • utility providers
    176. prepare plans and schedules for at least three of the following maintenance activities and negotiate and agree them with stakeholders
    • planned maintenance activities
    • tendered works
    • responsive works
    • preventative maintenance work
    • cost estimated works
    • seasonal maintenance
    • traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
    • emergency works
    • contingency plans
    177. evaluate and implement pre-installation checks to identify technical and procedural risks for at least nine of the following:
    • accuracy and completeness of project information
    • building condition
    • health and safety hazards
    • fire safety
    • temporary works
    • protection of existing fabric and services
    • suitability of materials
    • working in and around buildings and their occupants and neighbouring properties
    • environment and ecology including but not limited to safeguarding protected species
    • heritage significance
    • discovery of architectural or archaeological features
    178. implement external and internal pre-installation building inspections, and record and report findings to relevant stakeholders to include:
    • suitable access
    • property suitability
    • adjoining structures
    • structural integrity
    • hazardous materials
    • dampness
    • decay
    • exposure ratings
    • combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
    • services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
    179. implement and record suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate risks arising from external and internal pre-installation building inspections to include:
    • suitable access
    • property suitability
    • adjoining structures
    • structural integrity
    • hazardous materials
    • dampness
    • decay
    • exposure ratings
    • combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
    • services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
    180. implement and record suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate technical and procedural risks for at least eight of the following:
    • accuracy and completeness of project information
    • building condition
    • health and safety hazards
    • fire safety
    • temporary works
    • protection of existing fabric and services
    • suitability of materials
    • working in and around buildings and their occupants and neighbouring properties
    • environment and ecology including but not limited to safeguarding protected species
    • heritage significance
    • discovery of architectural or archaeological features
    181. identify, review and confirm information sources against on site conditions to contribute to the retrofit works plan, risk assessments and method statements for at least six of the following:
    • drawings, design and specification information
    • building Pto industry standards
    • manufacturers technical information and product data sheets
    • sub-contractor methods and scope of works
    • surveys
    • tests
    • examinations
    • specialist reports
    • statutory consents
    • current legislation, official and technical guidance
    • written scheme of investigation (WSI) for archaeology
    182. record and report issues with the planned retrofit works and recommend corrective actions for at least seven of the following information sources:
    • risk assessments
    • method statements
    • drawings, design and specification information
    • building Pto industry standards
    • manufacturers technical information and product data sheets
    • sub-contractor methods and scope of works
    • surveys
    • tests
    • examinations
    • specialist reports
    • statutory consents
    • current legislation, official and technical guidance
    • the limitations, defects of the materials and their characteristics
    • written scheme of investigation (WSI) for archaeology
    183. contribute to the project programme and plan the sequence of works for the installation of retrofit works, including but not limited to:
    • repair
    • stabilisation
    • temporary works
    • opening-up and investigations
    • removal of fabric, structure or services, and making good
    • preparing the building for installation of fabric measures
    • installation of fabric, structure or services
    • testing
    • commissioning
    • handover
    184. plan the efficient use of resources required for retrofit works, including but not limited to:
    • materials and components
    • services
    • plant, equipment or machinery
    • workforce
    • information
    • site facilities
    • waste management
    • structures
    • storage of materials within specified parameters
    185. assemble, review and record at least four of the following types of information used in the preparation of the project plan, clarify and verify information which is not clear and update it for production planning purposes
    • survey reports
    • design information
    • contractual information
    • statutory consents
    • contracts pre-planning information
    • health, safety and environmental plans
    • risk assessments and method statements
    • programmes and schedules
    • team competency
    • sub-contractor arrangements and attendance
    186. identify at least four of the following factors for consideration, record them and distribute the information to the people who may be affected
    • occupiers
    • near neighbours
    • public access
    • site conditions
    • environment considerations
    • vehicular access and egress
    • security and trespass
    • public utilities
    • heritage issues
    • archaeological
    • sustainability
    • temporary works
    187. plan for traffic management and identify access and egress points for the site and works which are safe, convenient and minimise disruption
    188. organise and record at least four of the following resources assigned for the preparation of site operations
    • people
    • plant, equipment or machinery
    • materials and components
    • sub-contractors
    • information
    • work area and facilities
    • waste management
    • utility providers
    189. provide and record accurate details about the proposed work, site access and egress, layout, evacuation and hazards to the utility and emergency services
    190. make and record the arrangements identified before work starts and review as work progresses for site safety and welfare
    191. implement and record the procedures and arrangements for environmental protection and security
    192. implement and record the procedures and arrangements for temporary works
    193. plan, record and distribute information about the site layout for operational purposes including plans showing resources and materials delivery, storage and waste collection locations and arrangements for recycling
    194. record the types and locations of notices, which provide information that complies with current organisational requirements
    195. ensure the notices are placed correctly and implement a maintenance schedule
    196. determine and record at least two of the following tunnelling activities against the input of information from at least five of the following information sources
    197. identify and review at least three of the following influencing factors relating to the work environment and record the outcomes
    • organisational requirements
    • contractual requirements
    • statutory requirements
    • resource allocation
    • working requirements
    • environmental considerations
    • weather conditions
    • ground conditions
    198. prioritise activities by assessing and accounting for all the influencing factors
    199. identify and review at least two of the following guidance materials and record the outcomes
    • owner’s manuals
    • log books
    • maintenance schedules and manuals
    • practice guides and specifications
    • current legislation and official guidance
    • organisational procedures
    • historical data
    200. amend priorities to take account of at least four of the following changing circumstances whilst maintaining consistency with the influencing factors
    • susceptibility to damage
    • safety requirements
    • need to inhibit and respond to deterioration
    • compromised operational effectiveness
    • weather conditions
    • unidentified obstructions
    • meeting current legislation
    • resources
    • security threats
    • ground conditions
    • face instability
    201. prepare plans and programmes for at least three of the following activities then negotiate, agree and record them with stakeholders
    • mobile plant and machinery operations
    • back up services installation, operations, maintenance or removal
    • spoil removal
    • access equipment erection, maintenance or removal
    • pipejacking operations
    • micro tunnelling operations
    • excavation and/or installation of supports
    • shaft and tunnel construction
    • tunnel transport
    • spraying concrete lining
    • operating separation plant
    • temporary works
    • lifting loads
    knowledge
    1. Assess the environmental impact of development proposals 1 how and why to investigate the requirements for assessing the environmental impact of proposals by examining policy documents, consulting stakeholders and experts (analysis) 2 how and why to select the factors which will be included in the assessment and the criteria to be used for assessing the impact (evaluation) 3 how to collate relevant data (application) 4 how and why to examine the proposal in its context (analysis) 5 what to identify as alternative solutions which will improve environmental quality and increase sustainability (understanding) 6 how and why to review alternative solutions which will improve environmental quality and increase sustainability (analysis) 7 how and why to analyse the environmental impact of the selected factors, both individually and in combination (analysis) 8 how and why to forecast the environmental impact of the selected factors, both individually and in combination (analysis) 9 how and why to assess and quantify the significance of each factor (analysis) 10 how to report on the significance of each factor (application) 11 how and why to suggest measures which will reduce the environmental impact (synthesis)
    2. Evaluate and present sustainable requirements 12 what to identify as the goals and priorities for potential development, both currently and in the future (understanding) 13 how and why to investigate the design, function and performance requirements of the potential project (analysis) 14 what to identify as the design, function and performance requirements of the potential project (understanding) 15 how and why to investigate economic factors and resources, environmental and ecological factors, and social views that affect the future asset value and sustainability of potential development and consider alternatives (analysis) 16 how and why to evaluate the best balance between the potential asset value and sustainability and project design, function, performance and return on investment (evaluation) 17 how to present development strategies in a suitable format (application) 18 how and why to justify development strategies to decision makers (synthesis) 19 how and why to decide whether and how to implement potential sustainable development projects so as to achieve key requirements (evaluation)
    3. Identify and evaluate sustainable resources 20 how and why to investigate, from appropriate information sources, the factors which impact on the utilisation and sustainability of renewable resources (analysis) 21 how and why to assess accurately the costs and implications of the management and replacement of renewable resources (analysis) 22 what to identify as appropriate and valid information sources (understanding) 23 how to summarise appropriate and valid information sources (application) 24 what to identify as potential alternative resources (understanding) 25 how and why to compare the technical performance and environmental implications of alternative resources with the performance of existing finite resources with a similar function and calculate any variances (synthesis) 26 how and why to investigate and assess suitable strategies for developing alternative resources, which indicate positive technical and environmental advantages (analysis) 27 how and why to recommend suitable strategies for developing alternative resources, which indicate positive technical and environmental advantages (synthesis) 28 how to present strategies in a suitable format (application) 29 how and why to justify strategies to stakeholders (evaluation)
    4. Allocate budgets 1 what to identify as responsibilities for budgetary control and allocations under the budget headings of financial plans (understanding) 2 what to identify as an appropriate method of maintaining overall control of the budget (understanding) 3 how to produce guidance documents on the method for maintaining budget control (application) 4 how to circulate the information and guidance documents to those responsible for maintaining overall control of the budget (application) 5 what to identify as appropriate methods for presenting financial information to responsible personnel (understanding) 6 how to issue allocations under budget headings and cash flow calculations (application) 7 how to report requirements to those with financial responsibilities (application) 8 how and why to authorise expenditure and changes to budgets (evaluation) 9 how to issue information on changes to budgets to those responsible (application) 10 what to identify as appropriate methods and timescales for reporting contingencies and variances (understanding) 11 how and why to agree appropriate methods and timescales for reporting contingencies and variances (evaluation) 12 how and why to resolve queries and discrepancies over allocated budgets (synthesis)
    5. Prepare and agree entitlement for reimbursement for loss and expense 13 how and why to assess the basis of entitlement and criteria for recovery against the contract and relevant expert opinion (analysis) 14 how to progress valid entitlement which can be substantiated (application) 15 how to structure valid entitlement which can be substantiated (application) 16 how to calculate entitlement accurately from relevant and verified information sources (application) 17 what to identify as the liability for the cost (understanding) 18 how to inform the parties involved in the contract about the liability for the cost (application) 19 how and why to analyse the opposing grounds for the entitlement (analysis) 20 how and why to structure the entitlement clearly (synthesis) 21 how to present the opposing grounds for the entitlement (application) 22 how to conduct negotiations with the parties involved in the contract in a professional manner (application) 23 how and why to negotiate amendments to the entitlement with the parties involved in the contract (synthesis) 24 how and why to agree amendments to the entitlement with the parties involved in the contract (evaluation) 25 how and why to finalise amendments to the entitlement with the parties involved in the contract (evaluation) 26 how to record documents, back-up information and calculations so that they can be easily accessed for reference and auditing purposes (application) 27 how to store documents, back-up information and calculations so that they can be easily accessed for reference and auditing purposes (application)
    6. Control projects against quality standards 1 what to identify as quality standards from available information (understanding) 2 how and why to interpret quality standards from available information (analysis) 3 how to pass quality standards to the project team for implementation before they start work (application) 4 how and why to set up systems for inspecting, controlling and recording the quality of work against specified quality standards (synthesis) 5 how and why to require the non-compliance of quality standards to be addressed (synthesis) 6 how to notify the project team if the non-compliance of quality standards is not addressed within a reasonable time (application) 7 how to inform the project team regularly about significant variations in complying with quality standards, programme and safety (application) 8 how and why to suggest the decisions which they need to make and actions they need to take (synthesis) 9 what to identify as improvements from feedback received (understanding) 10 how and why to recommend improvements from feedback received to the project team (synthesis) 11 how and why to agree amendments to the contract quality requirements and specifications (evaluation) 12 how to record amendments to the contract quality requirements and specifications (application)
    7. Ensure project compliance with legal and contractual requirements 13 what to identify as legal, contractual and industry standards requirements from available information (understanding) 14 how and why to interpret legal, contractual and industry standards requirements from available information (analysis) 15 how to clarify legal, contractual and industry standards requirements where there is uncertainty (application) 16 how to ensure that required legal, contractual and industry standards requirements consents are obtained (application) 17 how to brief the project team about their legal, contractual and industry standards requirements responsibilities to those responsible for implementing them before they start work on the contract (application) 18 how and why to develop monitoring systems (synthesis) 19 how to implement monitoring systems (application) 20 how to collect information regularly from monitoring systems (application) 21 how to summarise information collected from monitoring systems (application) 22 what to identify as situations which do not comply with legal, contractual and industry standards requirements (understanding) 23 how and why to investigate the circumstances of situations which do not comply with legal, contractual and industry standards requirements (analysis) 24 how to take responsibility for corrective action in situations which do not comply with legal, contractual and industry standards requirements (application) 25 what to identify as any changes in legal, contractual and industry standards requirements which may have an impact on the project (understanding) 26 how to summarise the important details of any legal, contractual and industry standards requirements (application) 27 how to pass the important details of any changes in legal, contractual and industry standards requirements on to the project team (application) 28 how to complete statutory submissions accurately and on time (application)
    8. Control project progress against agreed programme 29 how and why to develop systems to monitor and record information on the progress of the project against the agreed programme (synthesis) 30 how to implement systems to monitor and record information on the progress of the project against the agreed programme (application) 31 how to collect information regularly (application) 32 how and why to analyse information regularly (analysis) 33 how to summarise information regularly (application) 34 what to identify as inadequately and inappropriately specified resources (understanding) 35 how to inform project team about inadequately and inappropriately specified resources (application) 36 how and why to specify alternative resources (evaluation) 37 how to obtain alternative resources (application) 38 how to ensure that any progress deviations are identified and quantified (application) 39 how and why to investigate the circumstances of any deviations thoroughly (analysis) 40 how and why to agree corrective action (evaluation) 41 how to implement corrective action (application) 42 how and why to recommend options which are most likely to minimise increases in time and help the project progress (synthesis) 43 how to pass your recommended options on to the project team (application) 44 how to inform the project team and stakeholders regularly about progress, changes to the programme, resource needs (application) 45 how to suggest the decisions and actions that need to be taken to the project team and stakeholders (synthesis) 46 what to identify as improvements from feedback received (understanding) 47 how and why to recommend improvements from feedback received to project team and stakeholders (synthesis)
    9. Control project value and costs 48 how to ensure that appropriate project cost control systems are developed and implemented which are able to provide early warning of problems (application) 49 how to ensure that value and cost data is collected regularly, recorded correctly and passed on to the people who need it in time for them to be able to use it (application) 50 how to ensure that the correct work value and cost data is calculated from measurement of work quantity and payment rates (application) 51 how to ensure that accurate value and cost data is prepared and presented in a format which will help people to make decisions (application) 52 how to ensure that variations and trends in value and cost data are identified (application) 53 how and why to quantify variations and trends in value and cost data (analysis) 54 how and why to cost any variations and trends in value and cost data (analysis) 55 how to ensure that any variations are investigated thoroughly and appropriate corrective action or amendment is agreed and implemented with the project team which will restore costs and expenditure to budget (application) 56 how to ensure that systems and processes are developed and implemented for identifying opportunities for cost savings(application) 57 how and why to recommend systems and processes for identifying opportunities for cost savings to the project team (synthesis) 58 how to ensure that realistic opportunities for cost savings are identified and costed correctly (application) 59 how and why to recommend realistic opportunities for cost savings to the project team (synthesis)
    10. Manage your own resources and undertake continuing personal development in the occupational practice area 1 how and why to develop personal networks of contacts, which are appropriate to meet your current and future needs for information and resources (synthesis) 2 how to maintain personal networks of contacts, which are appropriate to meet your current and future needs for information and resources (application) 3 how to check, on a regular basis, how you are using your time at work (application) 4 what to identify as possible improvements to how you utilise your time at work (understanding) 5 how to ensure that your performance consistently meets or goes beyond agreed requirements (application) 6 how to get regular and useful feedback on your performance from those who are in a good position to judge it and provide you with objective and valid feedback (application) 7 how and why to discuss with those you report to, any changes to your personal work objectives and development plan in the light of performance, feedback received, any development activities undertaken and any wider changes (synthesis) 8 how and why to agree with those you report to, any changes to your personal work objectives and development plan in the light of performance, feedback received, any development activities undertaken and any wider changes (evaluation) 9 how and why to define the personal aims and objectives for undertaking personal development (evaluation) 10 what to identify as sources of support and guidance for undertaking personal development (understanding) 11 how to contact sources of support and guidance for undertaking personal development (application) 12 what to identify as relevant standards of competence against which personal development can be measured (understanding) 13 how and why to select relevant standards of competence against which personal development can be measured (evaluation) 14 how and why to analyse the current personal level of performance against the identified standards of competence (analysis) 15 how to record a profile of present competence and personal development needs (application) 16 how and why to prepare a development plan for achieving identified development needs (synthesis) 17 how to undertake development activities aimed at achieving identified development needs (application) 18 how and why to review progress and the effectiveness of the development activities (analysis) 19 how to record progress and the effectiveness of the development activities (application) 20 how to measure the achievement of identified development needs (application) 21 how to record evidence of competence gained against the identified standards of competence (application) 22 how and why to review the cycle of personal development aims and objectives (analysis) 23 how to revise aims and objectives to suit changing circumstances (application) 24 how to update aims and objectives to suit changing circumstances (application)
    11. Enable people and yourself to learn and benefit from practice experience 25 what to identify as areas where people need help to achieve their agreed competence levels (understanding) 26 how to use the information from discussions to produce an agreed personal development plan (application) 27 what to identify as adequate and appropriate opportunities and resources for people to learn (understanding) 28 how to offer adequate and appropriate opportunities and resources for people to learn (application) 29 how and why to select relevant and up to date information about knowledge and practice in a format which is suitable for distribution and for developing learning materials (evaluation) 30 how to summarise relevant and up to date information about knowledge and practice in a format which is suitable for distribution and for developing learning materials (application) 31 how to acknowledge appropriate opportunities to learn from other people (application) 32 how and why to advise and coach people so that they can identify their current level of competence, their learning needs and targets (synthesis) 33 how and why to select appropriate learning techniques and methods which are suitable for the topic and the needs of the individual (evaluation) 34 how to use appropriate learning techniques and methods which are suitable for the topic and the needs of the individual (application) 35 how to present information to people using a pace, style and form which is appropriate to their needs (application) 36 how to encourage people to ask questions, seek clarification and advice when they need help and during learning activities (application) 37 how and why to review peoples' progress towards agreed objectives and give realistic and positive feedback on achievements (analysis)
    12. Identify and assess hazards, and identify risks 1 how to check that clients are made aware of the relevant health, safety and welfare regulations and legal framework and their obligations in relation to them (application) 2 how to collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the compliance of designs with relevant health, safety and welfare regulations and legal framework (application) 3 how to ensure that hazards and their consequences arising from operations and individual activities are identified and prioritised (application) 4 how to ensure that hazards are assessed to identify the significance of risks on an iterative basis throughout the development process (application)
    13. Make design choices to reduce health and safety risks 5 how to ensure that identified hazards are eliminated and reduced whilst developing and modifying designs and conflicting demands are taken into account (application) 6 how to ensure that community measures are given equal priority over project measures when reducing risks (application) 7 how and why to take responsibility for ensuring that the risk reduction measures comply with relevant health and safety regulations and guidelines (evaluation) 8 how to ensure that information needed by other people involved is recorded in any design documentation so that they can comply with their duties under relevant health and safety regulations (application) 9 how and why to promote the implementation of the risk reduction measures with other people involved (analysis) 10 how to encourage a responsible culture of health, safety and welfare in design processes and decision making (application)
    14. Manage the design process 11 how and why to agree with the stakeholders the purposes which will be served by production and installation design information appropriate to the project stage (evaluation) 12 how and why to choose a format for presenting the production and installation design which meets the requirements of the stakeholders (evaluation) 13 what to identify as parts of the overall project which require production and installation design information (understanding) 14 how to ensure that the parts of the project design which interact with each other are identified and suitable ways to maintain coherency and consistency between all aspects of the production and installation design are agreed (application) 15 how to ensure that procedures are set up which will maintain coherence and consistency between the production and installation design solutions and the overall development concept (application) 16 how to ensure that techniques are confirmed which are suitable for investigating, calculating, testing, developing and specifying the production and installation design information which are consistent with best practice and conform to relevant codes and standards (application)
    15. Ensure that forms of contract are prepared 1 how and why to select forms of contract, contract clauses and documents for the form of procurement proposed (evaluation) 2 how to ensure that standard forms of contract are amended so that the clauses and documents are suitable for the form of procurement proposed (application) 3 how to ensure that particulars and preliminaries are drafted which accurately describe the needs of all the stakeholders in the form of contract (application) 4 how to ensure that contract clauses are checked and that appendices and amendments meet statutory requirements (application) 5 how to ensure that non-standard forms of contract, clauses and documents are drafted, which have legal precedent, where standard or modified standard forms are not suitable (application) 6 how to obtain legal advice on the implications of drafting non-standard clauses and forms of contract (application) 7 how to explain why it is necessary to obtain legal advice on the implications of drafting non-standard clauses and forms of contract the stakeholders in the contract (application) 8 how to obtain necessary checks and approvals for the draft forms of contract (application)
    16. Ensure that the contract is negotiated and agreed 9 how to ensure that the obligations of the parties to the contract are identified (application) 10 how to obtain valid, written proof that the parties to the contract are able to meet the obligations (application) 11 how and why to negotiate contracts using a style and manner which maintains good long term relationships with all the stakeholders (synthesis) 12 how and why to negotiate optimum contract terms, conditions and amendments (synthesis) 13 how and why to agree optimum contract terms, conditions and amendments (synthesis) 14 how to record the results of negotiations accurately (application) 15 how to pass the information on, promptly and in accordance with legal requirements, to all the stakeholders (application) 16 how to ensure that accurate copies of the final contract documents are prepared and checked to meet legal requirements (application) 17 how to arrange for the final contract documents to be signed (application)
    17. Select and agree procurement strategies 1 what to identify as feasible and realistic procurement objectives and criteria (understanding) 2 how and why to agree feasible and realistic procurement objectives and criteria (evaluation) 3 what to identify as procurement methods which are capable of meeting the procurement objectives (understanding) 4 how and why to evaluate procurement methods against selected criteria (evaluation) 5 how and why to select the most effective procurement methods which meets stakeholders' constraints and relevant legal and industry requirements (evaluation) 6 how and why to recommend the most effective procurement methods which meets stakeholders' constraints and relevant legal and industry requirements (synthesis) 7 how and why to agree the selected procurement methods and appropriate implementation procedures (evaluation) 8 how to record the selected procurement methods and appropriate implementation procedures (application)
    18. Establish project team arrangements 9 what to identify with the stakeholders as the type of project work and objectives for project team collaboration (understanding) 10 how to confirm with the stakeholders, the type of project work and objectives for project team collaboration (application) 11 how and why to form a selection panel of stakeholders to assess potential suppliers and services and identify selection criteria (synthesis) 12 how to provide information to potential suppliers and services and invite them to submit a statement of their capabilities (application) 13 how and why to evaluate the potential suppliers and services using the selection criteria (evaluation) 14 how and why to agree the short-list of potential suppliers and services (evaluation) 15 how and why to interview and hold discussions with the short-listed potential suppliers and services to assess their suitability, capability and commitment to the project and compliance with selection criteria (analysis) 16 how and why to select the project suppliers and services with the stakeholders (evaluation) 17 how to confirm the project suppliers and services with the stakeholders (application) 18 how and why to negotiate agreements and contracts with project suppliers and services (synthesis) 19 how to conduct project team meetings to facilitate collaborative working (application) 20 how and why to agree individual and mutual project objectives to facilitate collaborative working (evaluation)
    19. Recommend and agree a form of contract 21 what to identify as the stakeholders and the purpose of the contract (understanding) 22 what to identify with the stakeholders as the significant criteria for selecting the form of contract (understanding) 23 how and why to select a form of contract which is appropriate to the type of project work (evaluation) 24 how and why to recommend a form of contract which is appropriate to the type of project work (synthesis) 25 how to give clear and accurate information and advice (synthesis) 26 how to provide stakeholders with the opportunities to comment and ask for clarification (application) 27 how and why to agree a form of contract which is capable of being put into effect (evaluation)
    20. Evaluate potential implications for the resolution of disputes 1 how and why to evaluate all the information which is relevant to the dispute (evaluation) 2 what to identify as information which will support the case (understanding) 3 how to summarise information which will support the case (application) 4 how and why to justify information which will support the case in a reasoned argument (evaluation) 5 how and why to assess the strengths and weaknesses of the case and make a judgement about the potential outcomes (analysis) 6 what to identify as the expertise and support which will be needed at different stages of the dispute (understanding) 7 how to consult with experts in cases where expert interpretation and judgement is required (application) 8 how and why to provide experts with a clear, valid and accurate summary (synthesis) 9 how and why to assess the arguments and the advice received from experts (analysis) 10 how to produce justifiable conclusions and recommendations for further action (application) 11 how to pass justifiable conclusions and recommendations to the parties involved in the dispute (application) 12 how and why to assess the implications of proceeding with the case (analysis) 13 what to identify as potential options for settling the dispute which are based on relevant information and accurate assessments (understanding) 14 what to identify as potential responses to the options for settling the dispute (understanding) 15 how and why to assess the risk involved in the potential responses to the options for settling the dispute (analysis) 16 how and why to recommend a process for settling the dispute which is likely to be most acceptable to all the parties involved and which meets legal requirements (synthesis) 17 how and why to specify, clearly, the process for settling the dispute which has been agreed (synthesis) 18 how to prepare written terms and conditions for settling the dispute (application)
    21. Negotiate and progress the resolution of disputes 19 how to prepare documents about the dispute which have a clear rationale, and which include valid supporting information (application) 20 how to keep regular contact with the parties involved in the dispute (application) 21 how and why to investigate options and processes for settling the dispute, which are likely to be acceptable to the parties involved in the dispute (analysis) 22 how and why to propose options and processes for settling the dispute, which are likely to be acceptable to the parties involved in the dispute (synthesis) 23 how and why to review reactions and proposals from opposite parties (analysis) 24 how and why to recommend a response to opposite parties (synthesis) 25 how to ask questions to test the consistency and resilience of the opposite parties' position (application) 26 how and why to probe for possible movement in the opposite parties' position (analysis) 27 how to summarise and record points of agreement and disagreement (application) 28 how and why to recommend acceptance of offers which are judged to be the best available (synthesis) 29 how and why to draft formal acceptance letters accurately and in a suitable style, and send them promptly to all parties (synthesis) 30 how and why to suggest realistic options and processes for settling the dispute when offers are not acceptable (synthesis) 31 how and why to assess the advantages and disadvantages of each of the alternative options and processes for settling the dispute (analysis)
    22. Evaluate project whole life and low carbon costs 1 how to confirm energy goals and priorities for the project, both currently and in the future (application) 2 how to confirm assumptions about cost elements, alternative designs, construction, services, financing and use options for the project stage with stakeholders (application) 3 how and why to review the potential whole life costs and low carbon costs of the project from available design and development information (analysis) 4 how to present the potential whole life costs and low carbon costs of the project from available design and development information (application) 5 how and why to assess and quantify the whole life costs and low carbon costs implications for the project taking into account the views of experts and project stakeholders (analysis) 6 how and why to review the whole life costs and low carbon costs against the project criteria and energy goals and priorities (analysis) 7 how to summarise the whole life costs and low carbon costs (application) 8 how to present the whole life costs and low carbon costs (application) 9 how and why to discuss the whole life costs and low carbon costs with stakeholders (synthesis) 10 how and why to select the most viable options (evaluation) 11 how and why to agree the most viable options (evaluation
    23. Assess and provide for the conservation of energy use 12 how and why to review legislative requirements in order to identify the energy use and control criteria relevant to the type of property and systems (analysis) 13 how to ensure that the information on the property and systems necessary to assess energy use is gathered and recorded (application) 14 how to ensure that solutions which meet the criteria for the type of property and systems are reviewed, calculated and specified (application) 15 how and why to prescribe commissioning procedures and certification necessary for property and systems (evaluation) 16 what to identify as consequent improvements that may be required to meet energy use and control criteria relevant to the type of property and systems (understanding) 17 how and why to define any consequent improvements that may be required to meet energy use and control criteria relevant to the type of property and systems (evaluation) 18 how to provide operating and maintenance instructions to users to enable property and systems to be operated in an energy efficient manner (application)
    24. Agree and implement systems with suppliers and services 1 how and why to specify with suppliers and services the ways in which systems will be managed and aligned (evaluation) 2 how and why to agree with suppliers and services the ways in which systems will be managed and aligned (evaluation) 3 what to identify with stakeholders as the changes to systems which may be necessary to meet technical and quality requirements (understanding) 4 how and why to agree with stakeholders the changes to systems which may be necessary to meet technical and quality requirements (evaluation) 5 how and why to develop systems (synthesis) 6 how to implement systems (application) 7 what to identify as any problems with systems (understanding) 8 how to make appropriate modifications to systems before moving to full implementation (application) 9 how to check that the alignment of systems conforms to the requirements of data protection legislation (application) 10 how and why to negotiate formal contractual arrangements that set out the requirements for the implementation and operation of strategic sourcing partnerships (synthesis) 11 how and why to agree formal contractual arrangements that set out the requirements for the implementation and operation of strategic sourcing partnerships (evaluation)
    25. Monitor and control arrangements for strategic sourcing 12 how and why to review the terms of contract with suppliers and services (analysis) 13 how and why to assess whether the terms of contract provide continued benefits (analysis) 14 how and why to monitor the performance of suppliers and services against agreed standards (analysis) 15 how and why to quantify any variations in performance of suppliers and services (analysis) 16 how to inform suppliers and services about variations in performance from contract terms (application) 17 how and why to provide suppliers and services with advice and information about the changes needed and the time allowed to make the changes (synthesis) 18 how and why to investigate variations and problems (analysis) 19 what to identify as the likely causes of variations and problems (understanding) 20 how to inform all those who are affected (application) 21 how and why to assess existing sourcing arrangements against alternative supply options (analysis) 22 how and why to estimate the relative benefits and advantages of alternative supply options (analysis)
    26. Evaluate pre-qualification of tenderers 1 how to implement an appropriate type of procurement strategy which aligns with legal and statutory requirements (evaluation) 2 how and why to decide which potential tenderers could meet the contract conditions (evaluation) 3 how and why to decide which potential tenderers could meet the contract specification to fulfil the selected type of procurement process (evaluation) 4 how and why to decide how many tenderers to invite, taking into account the value and size of the contract (evaluation) 5 how to send enquiries to potential tenderers, in accordance with regulatory requirements requiring them to provide evidence about their experience and capability (application) 6 how and why to choose selection criteria which are suitable to weight and rate performance for the type of work described in the tender (evaluation) 7 how and why to evaluate potential tenderers who respond to the invitation against the selection criteria (evaluation) 8 how and why to place potential tenderers in rank order (analysis) 9 how and why to choose the number of potential tenderers needed (evaluation) 10 how and why to offer advice and information to decision makers about potential tenderers and the selection criteria (synthesis) 11 how to modify the tender list to reflect any agreed changes(application) 12 how to confirm that the selected tenderers are willing to tender (application) 13 how to add more potential tenderers from the evaluation list which meet the selection criteria if those contacted are not willing to tender (application)
    27. Obtain bids and tenders 14 how to ensure that procurement information and documents are drafted which meet statutory regulations, codes of practice and the organisation's policies (application) 15 how to ensure that procurement information and documents are issued to all the tenderers on the agreed list, following the agreed procedures (application) 16 how to respond to queries from tenderers promptly (application) 17 how to pass on any additional information to tenderers which they need (application) 18 how to pass on to all the tenderers the information given to individual tenderers, and amendments to procurement information and documents (application) 19 how to ensure that accurate records are kept of procurement information and documents issued, feedback, queries and information from tenderers (application) 20 how to ensure that required action is implemented when tenderers withdraw from the process (application)
    28. Analyse and select successful bids and tenders and negotiate changes 21 how to ensure that the tenders received are stored in a secure place and opened on the closing date in line with the organisation's procedures and regulatory requirements (application) 22 how and why to select for evaluation those tenders which meet the criteria (evaluation) 23 how and why to reject tenders which do not meet the criteria (evaluation) 24 how to check with tenderers if any discrepancies, omissions and errors are found in the tenders (application) 25 how and why to agree any amendments with tenderers (evaluation) 26 how to make any amendments with tenderers where discrepancies, omissions and errors are found in the tenders (application) 27 how and why to analyse the tenders which are selected against the agreed criteria (analysis) 28 how and why to choose the tender which best meets the criteria (evaluation) 29 how to check that the successful tenderer and the client can meet the obligations of the contract (application) 30 how and why to recommend a preferred tender to the client (synthesis) 31 how and why to negotiate any variations, adjustments and corrections with the successful tenderer (synthesis) 32 how and why to agree any variations, adjustments and corrections with the successful tenderer and (evaluation) 33 how to confirm any variations, adjustments and corrections with the successful tenderer in writing, subject to contract (application) 34 how and why to accept the successful tender formally (evaluation) 35 how to notify tenderers who have been unsuccessful, about the result (application) 36 how to modify the procurement process if too few tenders are received to show that there has been adequate competition (application) 37 how to repeat the procurement process if too few tenders are received to show that there has been adequate competition (application)
    29. Identify and resource the development of new products and services to meet market needs 1 how and why to review the organisation's operations (analysis) 2 how and why to evaluate the organisation's strengths and weaknesses to compete in potential markets (evaluation) 3 what to identify as appropriate and realistic market areas for the organisation (understanding) 4 how to summarise the information on realistic market areas for the organisation (application) 5 how and why to analyse the demand for and type of new products and services within the identified market areas (analysis) 6 what to identify as opportunities to use new marketing technologies, materials and techniques to meet identified market needs (understanding) 7 how and why to ensure that the resources needed are calculated accurately and that sufficient resources are allocated for the development of new products and services (application) 8 how and why to negotiate additional resources in cases where existing resources are insufficient to meet development costs (synthesis) 9 how and why to select new and innovative products and services for development which are based on an accurate evaluation of the organisation's business policy (evaluation)
    30. Develop and implement a marketing strategy 10 how and why to evaluate the present image and reputation of the organisation with the target audience (evaluation) 11 what to identify as the potential client base (understanding) 12 how and why to develop an information gathering system to support the development of marketing and promotion strategies (synthesis) 13 what to identify as potential new business opportunities (understanding) 14 how and why to agree potential new business opportunities (evaluation) 15 how and why to evaluate marketing and promotion options (evaluation) 16 how and why to develop a clear and relevant strategy which is capable of making a significant impact on the target audience (evaluation) 17 how and why to choose methods, media and techniques for the marketing and promotion of the organisation which are consistent with the corporate image (evaluation) 18 how and why to negotiate a programme and budget to deliver the agreed marketing and promotion strategy (synthesis) 19 how and why to agree a programme and budget to deliver the agreed marketing and promotion strategy (evaluation) 20 how to implement a programme and budget to deliver the agreed marketing and promotion strategy (application) 21 how and why to monitor the marketing and promotion strategy regularly (analysis) 22 how and why to review the impact and make modifications which will improve market presence and penetration (analysis)
    31. Develop and maintain a policy to maximise client and customer satisfaction 23 how and why to analyse market research to determine realistically the type and quality of services clients and customers will need (analysis) 24 how and why to develop a clear and realistic client and customer service policy (evaluation) 25 how and why to agree a realistic client and customer service policy with decision makers (evaluation) 26 how and why to develop a policy for client and customer service which summarises the organisation's agreed policy (evaluation) 27 how to circulate the agreed policy for client and customer service to all the workforce (application) 28 how and why to develop an appropriate client and customer service system, which will meet the service needs (evaluation) 29 how and why to introduce an appropriate client and customer service system, which will meet the service needs (synthesis) 30 how and why to develop systems for obtaining client and customer feedback (evaluation) 31 how and why to introduce systems for obtaining client and customer feedback (synthesis) 32 how and why to monitor systems for obtaining client and customer feedback regularly for both positive and negative feedback (analysis) 33 how to summarise positive client and customer feedback (application) 34 how to circulate positive client and customer feedback to decision makers (application) 35 how and why to investigate negative client and customer feedback and individual complaints promptly (analysis) 36 how to respond to negative client and customer feedback and individual complaints promptly (application) 37 how to resolve cases of negative client and customer feedback and individual complaints promptly (synthesis) 38 how and why to produce regular summaries of client and customer complaints and compliments, the action taken and recommendations for future action (application) 39 how to circulate the summaries of client and customer complaints and compliments, the action taken and recommendations for future action to decision makers (application)
    32. Assess and manage project risks and opportunities 1 what to identify as the project information and processes relating to risks and opportunities (understanding) 2 how and why to review project information and processes relating to risks and opportunities (analysis) 3 what to identify as the significance and ownership of the risks and opportunities (understanding) 4 how and why to assess the significance and ownership of the risks and opportunities (analysis) 5 how and why to select the most effective risk management methods and procedures to manage residual risks that comply with all relevant regulations and guidelines (evaluation) 6 what to identify as the activities and resources required to implement the risk management methods (understanding) 7 how and why to specify clearly the procedures for implementing the risk management methods and procedures (evaluation) 8 how to implement the risk management methods and procedures (application) 9 how to maintain the risk management methods and procedures (application) 10 how to modify the risk management methods and procedures to meet changed circumstances (application)
    33. Develop and maintain systems for managing health, safety and welfare 11 how and why to encourage a culture of health, safety and welfare on the project (application) 12 what to identify as opportunities for improving the work environment (understanding) 13 how and why to recommend opportunities for improving the work environment (synthesis) 14 how and why to develop adequate health, safety and welfare policies and systems which meet organisational and statutory requirements (synthesis) 15 how to maintain adequate health, safety and welfare policies and systems which meet organisational and statutory requirements (application) 16 how to allocate health, safety and welfare responsibilities, equipment and resources to people which are consistent with organisational and statutory requirements, and the specific project requirements (application) 17 how and why to develop systems which meet statutory requirements for identifying and reducing hazards and reporting accidents and emergencies and preventing recurrence (synthesis) 18 how to implement systems which meet statutory requirements for identifying and reducing hazards and reporting accidents and emergencies and preventing recurrence (application) 19 how to ensure that health, safety and welfare systems are checked regularly, in accordance with organisational and statutory requirements, (application) 20 what to identify as any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations (understanding) 21 how to record any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations (application)
    34. Establish and manage project team activities 22 how and why to prepare a strategy for the project which makes the best use of the capabilities of all project team members (evaluation) 23 how and why to examine stakeholder needs and intentions from the brief (analysis) 24 how to discuss stakeholder needs and intentions from the brief (synthesis) 25 how to clarify stakeholder needs and intentions and resolve any issues (application) 26 how and why to develop clear parameters which will enable the project to meet the requirements of the brief and schedules (synthesis) 27 how and why to set up arrangements to achieve communication and trust between stakeholders (synthesis) 28 how and why to set up with the project team members, appropriate and realistic methods for project development, evaluation, modification, monitoring and updating (synthesis) 29 how and why to agree with the project team members, appropriate and realistic methods for project development, evaluation, modification, monitoring and updating (evaluation) 30 what to identify as potential areas needing investigation (understanding) 31 how and why to agree a realistic timescale and costs with the project team (evaluation) 32 how and why to motivate project team members to maximise and integrate their contributions to the project development (synthesis) 33 how and why to coach project team members to maximise and integrate their contributions to the project development (synthesis) 34 how to involve project team members to maximise and integrate their contributions to the project development (application) 35 how and why to monitor the progress of the project team (analysis) 36 how to provide members with feedback on timing, task completion and team processes (application) 37 how and why to coordinate feedback sessions in a manner which is suitable for the needs and capabilities of the project team and which allows each team member enough time to express their views (synthesis)
    35. Implement project organisation and communication systems 38 what to identify as the organisational and communication needs for the project (understanding) 39 how to implement systems which are compatible with those used by the client and supply chain and which enable clear and effective management, and administrative and operational controls (application) 40 how to produce information about people's roles and responsibilities, the project, and the organisational structure (application) 41 how to circulate the information about people's roles and responsibilities, the project, and the organisational structure to stakeholders (application) 42 how to introduce methods of communicating, reporting, recording and retrieving information between stakeholders which are appropriate to the needs of the project (synthesis) 43 how and why to monitor the methods of communicating, reporting, recording and retrieving information between stakeholders regularly for effectiveness (analysis) 44 how and why to set up systems for recording and providing feedback on the ways in which resources are allocated and used (synthesis) 45 how and why to audit health, safety and welfare systems regularly, in accordance with organisational and statutory requirements (analysis) 46 what to identify as any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations (understanding) 47 how to record any special site conditions and situations which do not comply with regulations (application) 48 how and why to take responsibility restoring compliance with regulations where necessary (evaluation)
    36. Obtain and evaluate project feedback information and make improvements 49 how to promote the value of making improvements from feedback throughout the project (synthesis) 50 how to encourage stakeholders to collaborate and deliver feedback information (application) 51 what to identify as the areas to focus on for making improvements from feedback (understanding) 52 how and why to agree the areas to focus on for making improvements from feedback (evaluation) 53 what to identify as valid and reliable methods and sources for obtaining feedback information on projects and for assessing and recommending improvements from feedback (understanding) 54 how and why to agree valid and reliable methods and sources for obtaining feedback information on projects and for assessing and recommending improvements from feedback (evaluation) 55 how to obtain the feedback information (application) 56 how and why to investigate the feedback information (analysis) 57 how and why to review the feedback information (analysis) 58 how and why to match feedback information against the original requirements and objectives (synthesis) 59 how to summarise both positive and negative factors from feedback information (application) 60 how and why to recommend improvements from feedback received (synthesis) 61 how and why to justify the recommended improvements from feedback to decision makers (evaluation) 62 how to classify improvements from feedback which have been agreed (application) 63 how to incorporate improvements from feedback accurately into updated procedures and databases (application)
    37. Select and form a project team 1 what to identify as the team resources that are needed and where they can be obtained (understanding) 2 how and why to select team resources that meet agreed timescales and budget limits (evaluation) 3 what to identify as significant factors which will affect the number, type and availability of team resources (understanding) 4 how and why to evaluate the quality and potential reliability of team resources (evaluation) 5 how to circulate to decision makers the results of the evaluations of the quality and reliability of team resources (application) 6 how and why to negotiate proposals of contractual arrangements for team resources (synthesis) 7 how and why to agree proposals of contractual arrangements for team resources (evaluation) 8 how to follow the rules and formalities for obtaining team resources (application)
    38. Develop and maintain working relationships 9 how and why to develop working relationships with people which promote goodwill, trust and respect (synthesis) 10 how to maintain working relationships with people which promote goodwill, trust and respect (application) 11 how to encourage working relationships with people which promote goodwill, trust and respect (application) 12 how to inform people about work activities in an appropriate level of detail and with an appropriate degree of urgency (application) 13 how and why to offer advice and help to people about work activities (synthesis) 14 how to encourage questions, requests for clarification and comments (application) 15 how to present proposals for action to people (application) 16 how to clarify with people objections to proposals (application) 17 how and why to suggest alternative proposals where objections have been raised (synthesis)
    39. Evaluate estimate, bid and tender enquiry documentation 1 how to check the tender details and tender requirements (application) 2 how to confirm the tender requirements with decision makers (application) 3 how to summarise the tender requirements accurately (application) 4 how to pass summaries of the tender requirements on for comment to decision makers (application) 5 what to identify as any points of concern in the tender documents (understanding) 6 how to refer any points of concern in the tender documents to decision makers for them to clarify and resolve (application) 7 how and why to evaluate the tender documents against the agreed criteria (evaluation) 8 how and why to assess whether the organisation is capable of meeting the tender requirements (analysis) 9 what to identify as any contractual and legal issues which might affect the project (understanding) 10 how and why to assess any contractual and legal issues which might affect the project (analysis) 11 how and why to investigate the tender documents within budgets and tender time limits (analysis) 12 how and why to draw accurate conclusions about tender requirements within the limits of the tender information which is available, and which provide an objective basis for making a decision on whether to make a bid (evaluation) 13 how to keep information about tender enquiries in confidence (application) 14 how to pass on information about tender enquiries on to people who have the authority to receive it (application)
    40. Assess the resource requirements and costs within an estimate, bid and tender 15 how and why to develop a proposed method statement and draft programme which meet the tender requirements (evaluation) 16 how to ensure that the resources needed are calculated accurately from available sources, resource availability is investigated and the information is presented so that the requirements can be costed and planned (application) 17 how to ensure that resource costs are estimated by calculating an accurate cost for each item which is required (application) 18 how to ensure that the cost is modified to take into account any external factors which may affect the cost projections (application) 19 how to produce the overall estimate of costs (application) 20 how to check that the overall estimate of costs is complete, accurate and in a form which is suitable for a judgement to be made (application) 21 how to explain the projected costs to support the calculations (application) 22 how to clarify the projected costs to support the calculations (application) 23 how and why to recommend payment schedules which will meet known cash flow requirements (synthesis)
    41. Finalise and submit an estimate, bid and tender offer 24 what to identify as the risks and opportunities involved in a successful tender offer (understanding) 25 how and why to evaluate, realistically, the risks and opportunities involved in a successful tender offer (evaluation) 26 what to identify as any alternatives and qualifications to the original tender requirements which may improve the organisation's ability to carry out the work (understanding) 27 how and why to specify any alternatives and qualifications to the original tender requirements which may improve the organisation's ability to carry out the work (evaluation) 28 how to apply a profit margin and payment schedule which meets the objectives and strategy of the organisation (application) 29 how to check that the tender offer is complete and accurate and conforms to house style (application) 30 how to make any necessary modifications to the tender offer (application) 31 how to present and support the tender offer in a manner which maximises its acceptability (application) 32 how to collate the tender offer information in accordance with procurement requirements (application) 33 how to arrange the tender offer information in accordance with procurement requirements (application) 34 how to submit the tender offer information in accordance with procurement requirements (application) 35 how to collect together all the tender offer information (application) 36 how to record the tender offer information (application) 37 how to store the tender offer information securely (application) 38 how to pass the tender offer information on to people who have the authority to receive it (application)
    42. Prepare proposal for a project brief 1 what to identify as stakeholders' requirements opinions and aspirations (understanding) 2 how and why to agree the stakeholders' requirements opinions and aspirations (evaluation) 3 how to prepare a project proposal (application) 4 how and why to select data which is relevant and valid (evaluation) 5 how and why to analyse data and qualify its status data (analysis) 6 how and why to estimate the cost and timescale of the project (analysis) 7 how to confirm the cost and timescale of the project (application) 8 how and why to review the cost implications of adopting alternative design, construction, services, financing and use strategies (analysis) 9 how and why to agree the cost implications of adopting alternative design, construction, services, financing and use strategies with stakeholders (evaluation) 10 how and why to prepare a draft brief clearly, accurately, unambiguously and within the time agreed (synthesis) 11 how to present the brief to stakeholders (application) 12 how to explain any significant constraints, opportunities and areas of uncertainty relating to the project (application) 13 how and why to discuss any significant constraints, opportunities and areas of uncertainty relating to the project (synthesis) 14 how to modify the draft to reflect the discussion and relevant points which have been raised (application) 15 how and why to negotiate a clear and mutually acceptable agreement on the brief which is in sufficient detail to allow work to start on the next stage of the project (synthesis)
    43. Develop a project outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief 16 how and why to review the requirements of the brief (analysis) 17 how to check and clarify the initial assumptions about the project outline programme with stakeholders (application) 18 how and why to develop a realistic outline programme for the project stages which takes account of identified constraints (synthesis) 19 how to discuss the outline programme with stakeholders (application) 20 how and why to agree any necessary modifications to the brief, outline programme and constraints (evaluation) 21 how and why to prepare an outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief and the expectations of stakeholders (synthesis) 22 how to present an outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief and the expectations of stakeholders (application) 23 how and why to agree an outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief and the expectations of stakeholders (evaluation)
    44. Identify, assess and agree project requirements and stakeholder preferences 24 how to clarify the project stakeholders' understanding of project processes and procedures and the roles of those who need to be involved (application) 25 what to identify as the project stakeholders' goals and priorities both now and in the future (understanding) 26 how and why to agree with the project stakeholders what their goals and priorities are both now and in the future (evaluation) 27 how to clarify the project stakeholders' circumstances and requirements, the options available and the constraints and risks which might apply to the project (application) 28 how and why to advise project stakeholders about new regulatory or technological requirements and innovations to enable them to make informed decisions (synthesis) 29 how and why to guide project stakeholders about new regulatory or technological requirements and innovations to enable them to make informed decisions (synthesis) 30 how to summarise the project requirements and stakeholders' preferences (application) 31 how to present the project requirements and stakeholders' preferences (application) 32 how and why to evaluate project requirements and stakeholders' preferences which do not appear to be realistic (evaluation) 33 how and why to recommend valid options to meet project requirements and stakeholders' preferences (synthesis) 34 how to record agreement on valid options to meet project requirements and stakeholders' preferences (application)
    45. Exchange information and present advice on technical issues 1 how to obtain information which is sufficiently detailed for the purpose (application) 2 how and why to evaluate information which is sufficiently detailed for the purpose (evaluation) 3 how to present technical information and advice which is complete, summarised accurately and relevant to technical issues (application) 4 how to present technical recommendations and judgements which are clear, accurate and valid, and which represent the best advice possible, given the information and resources available (synthesis) 5 how and why to give technical instructions and guidance which are likely to be understood by the people who will follow them (application) 6 how to present technical recommendations and judgements using a style of communication which is appropriate to the people receiving information and advice (application) 7 how to adapt the presentation of technical recommendations and judgements where people have difficulties understanding them (application) 8 how to modify the presentation of technical recommendations and judgements where people have difficulties understanding them (application)
    46. Resolve complex indeterminate situations 9 what to identify as complex indeterminate situations (understanding) 10 how and why to estimate realistically the effects of complex indeterminate situations (analysis) 11 how to summarise the issues relating to existing complex indeterminate situations for the organisation (application) 12 how and why to assess the validity and completeness of the information available (analysis) 13 what to identify as any significant gaps in the validity and completeness of the information available (understanding) 14 how and why to specify sufficient additional information to cover any gaps and to provide a valid starting point for the analysis of the situation (evaluation) 15 how to obtain sufficient additional information to cover any gaps and to provide a valid starting point for the analysis of the situation (application) 16 how and why to analyse information (analysis) 17 how and why to draw valid and justifiable conclusions from information (evaluation) 18 how to apply decision making techniques which increase the reliability of the conclusions (application) 19 how and why to reflect on the conclusions (analysis) 20 how and why to interpret the conclusions into detailed issues that enable known opportunities and solutions to be identified and utilised for establishing policy (analysis)
    47. Practice within an ethical framework 21 how and why to make judgements and offer advice which balance the needs of the client, the resources available and the needs of people in the community who are directly and indirectly affected (evaluation) 22 how and why to offer advice which balance the needs of the client, the resources available and the needs of people in the community who are directly and indirectly affected (synthesis) 23 how and why to take clear and unequivocal personal responsibility for your own decisions and the decisions of others in your organisation (evaluation) 24 how to behave in an ethical manner by taking appropriate action if unethical behaviour is brought to your attention (application) 25 how and why to establish a system of communication to report instances of unethical behaviour which encourages responsibility and empowerment at all levels (synthesis) 26 how and why to offer judgements and advice which recognise the needs of other people (synthesis) 27 how and why to manage criteria that identify offers and contracts which are illegal and which may generate conflicts of interest (evaluation) 28 how and why to reject criteria which are illegal and which may generate conflicts of interest that fail the criteria (evaluation) 29 how and why to define the limits of your professional expertise and set perimeters to work within them (evaluation) 30 how to disclose information obtained from clients only to those who have a legitimate right to receive it (application) 31 how and why to enter into formal and informal contracts and agreements for advisory and problem-solving services which conform to legal requirements, ethical standards and recognised good practice and that service providers adhere to relevant conditions (evaluation) 32 how to communicate with clients in a style and manner which maintains professional independence and maximises goodwill and trust (application) 33 how and why to define the working practices and the expectations of the people involved in the contract (evaluation) 34 how and why to agree the working practices and the expectations of the people involved in the contract (evaluation) 35 how and why to set up systems to protect the individual, and the interests of society and to indemnify clients where the advice given results in loss or damage to the client (synthesis) 36 how to implement systems to protect the individual, and the interests of society and to indemnify clients where the advice given results in loss or damage to the client (application) 37 how to keep all funds, including interest, held on behalf of clients, separate from personal and organisational funds (application) 38 how and why to promote a culture of honesty and equity with people (synthesis) 39 what to identify as areas of weakness in the culture (understanding) 40 how and why to recommend improvements to the culture (synthesis) 41 how to implement improvements to the culture (application)
    48. Develop, monitor and implement systems
    • how to develop, monitor and implement the following systems and record the progress of the project against agreed programme(s)
    ‐ visual inspection
    ‐ resources records
    ‐ site inspection reports
    ‐ contractor’s reports
    ‐ written, graphical and electronic records of actual work against programmed work
    ‐ site meetings
    ‐ organisational procedures
    ‐ management reports
    ‐ benchmarks
    ‐ comparison with project requirements
    • why it is important to develop systems to monitor and record the progress of the project against the following
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ network analysis
    ‐ critical path
    ‐ line balance
    ‐ action lists
    ‐ resource schedules
    ‐ project expenditure forecasts
    49. Collect information
    • how to collect progress information
    • how to accurately summarise progress information for stakeholders
    50. Identify inadequate or inappropriate resources
    • how to identify inadequate and inappropriate resources
    • how to inform stakeholders about inadequate and inappropriate resources
    • how to recommend alternative resources to stakeholders
    51. Identify and quantify deviations
    • how to identify the causes of deviations from planned progress which have occurred, and which may occur
    • how to identify and quantify deviations from the planned progress which may disrupt the programme
    • why it is important to identify and quantify deviations from planned progress
    52. Investigate deviations
    • how to investigate the circumstances of deviations from planned progress
    • how to agree corrective action for deviations from planned progress with stakeholders
    • how to implement agreed corrective action for deviations to
    ‐ maintain progress in accordance with agreed programme
    ‐ agree a revised programme
    ‐ secure additional resources
    ‐ alter planned work schedules
    • why it is important to agree corrective action(s)
    53. Recommend options
    • how to recommend options to stakeholders that will minimise delays to the programme
    • how to recommend options that will help the project progress
    • why it is important to make recommendations that will minimise increases in cost and time and help the project progress
    54. Inform stakeholders
    • how and when to inform stakeholders about changes to operational programme(s) and demands on resources
    • why it is important to keep stakeholders informed about changes to operational programme(s) and demands on resources
    55. Maintain progress
    • how to recommend decisions and actions that need to be taken to maintain progress
    • why it is important to make recommendations to maintain progress
    56. Identify improvements from feedback
    • how to identify improvements in progress from feedback received
    • how to recommend improvements in progress to stakeholders
    • why it is important to recommend improvements in progress to stakeholders
    57. Identify and interpret quality standards
    • how to identify and interpret quality standards, including but not limited to the following
    ‐ current legislation
    ‐ project specifications
    ‐ British Standards
    ‐ International Standards
    ‐ codes of practice
    ‐ organisation standards
    ‐ trade advisory guidance and best practice
    ‐ benchmarking
    • how to ensure the project’s quality standards are issued to the workforce before starting work on a contract
    58. Specify responsibilities
    • how to allocate and specify the roles and responsibilities to maintain quality standards
    • why it is important to specify and allocate the roles and responsibilities to maintain quality standards
    • how to contribute to a site quality plan or procedure in accordance with the project’s quality standards
    59. Establish quality control systems
    • how to establish the following systems for inspecting, controlling and recording the quality of work relating to methods of construction, materials, components and their use
    ‐ visual inspection
    ‐ comparison with design requirements
    ‐ comparison with standard documentation
    ‐ checking manufacturer’s documentation
    ‐ checking delivery notes
    ‐ sampling and mock ups
    ‐ testing
    ‐ site inspection reports
    ‐ contractor reports
    ‐ site meetings
    • why it is important to establish systems for inspecting, controlling and recording the quality of work relating to methods of construction and materials, components and their use
    60. Check standards of work
    • how to check that work relating to methods of construction and materials, components and their use conforms to design requirements and the specified project quality standards
    61. Identify non-conformance
    • how to identify and record work relating to methods of construction, materials, components and their use that fail to meet the requirements and specified project quality standards
    • how to inform stakeholders following the organisational non conformance procedures regarding methods of construction, materials, components and their use that fail to meet the requirements and specified project quality standards
    • why it is important to identify, record and report work relating to methods of construction, materials, components and their use, that fail to meet the requirements and specified project quality standards
    • how to implement corrective action where work relating to methods of construction, materials, components and their use fails to meet the requirements and specified project quality standards
    • why it is important to implement corrective actions in cases of non-conformance
    62. Inform of variations
    • how to inform stakeholders about variations in project quality standards, safety implications and the finish to the product that may affect the programme
    • how to recommend solutions to stakeholders on the actions required to correct variations
    • how to recommend improvements to stakeholders
    • why it is important to recommend solutions and improvements
    63. Conflicts
    • how to identify conflicts between the project’s quality standards
    • how to refer conflicting quality standards to stakeholders for resolution
    • why it is important to identify and report conflicting quality standards
    64. Identify improvements from feedback
    • how to identify improvements in project quality standards from feedback
    • how to recommend improvements to decision-makers
    • why it is important to identify and recommend improvements to the project quality standards
    • how to agree and record amendments to the project quality standards with stakeholders
    65. Implement systems
    • how to implement and monitor project quantities and cost control systems which will provide early warnings of problems
    66. Collect quantity and cost data
    • how to ensure that the following quantities and cost data is collected and recorded for the project against the following resources used
    67. Quantities and cost data
    • materials
    ‐ plant
    ‐ people
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ day works
    ‐ variations
    ‐ retention sums
    ‐ forecasts of expenditures
    ‐ performance information
    ‐ project programme and progress
    68. Resources
    • people
    ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
    ‐ materials and components
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ Information
    ‐ work area and facilities
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ site overheads
    ‐ records of valuations of work completed
    • how to ensure data is passed on to the stakeholders in time for them to use it
    69. Prepare data
    • how to ensure the correct work values and following quantities and cost data are prepared
    ‐ materials
    ‐ plant
    ‐ people
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ day works
    ‐ variations
    ‐ retention sums
    ‐ forecasts of expenditures
    ‐ performance information
    ‐ project programme and progress
    70. Present data
    • how to ensure that the following quantities and cost data are presented in a format which will help the people responsible to make decisions
    ‐ materials
    ‐ plant
    ‐ people
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ day works
    ‐ variations
    ‐ retention sums
    ‐ forecasts of expenditures
    ‐ performance information
    ‐ project programme and progress
    71. Identify variations and trends
    • how to ensure variations and trends in the following quantities and cost data are identified, specified, quantified and calculated
    ‐ materials
    ‐ plant
    ‐ people
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ day works
    ‐ variations
    ‐ retention sums
    ‐ forecasts of expenditures
    ‐ performance information
    ‐ project programme and progress
    • why it is important to quantify the cost trends in quantities and cost data
    72. Investigate variations and implement corrective action
    • how to ensure variations in cost data are investigated
    • why it is important to investigate variations in cost data
    • how to agree and implement the following corrective actions with stakeholders which will add costs and expenditure to budget
    ‐ alter progress in accordance with agreed programme
    ‐ agree new completion dates
    ‐ secure alternative resources
    ‐ alter planned work schedules
    ‐ alter method of work
    • why it is important to agree and implement corrective action with stakeholders in order to maintain costs and expenditure to budget
    • how to initiate a contract claim
    73. Identify cost efficiencies
    • how to identify the following opportunities for cost efficiencies
    ‐ waste reduction
    ‐ resource management and logistics
    ‐ applications of new technologies and materials
    ‐ energy and utility management
    ‐ recyclable and recoverable materials
    ‐ alternative sources and types of materials
    ‐ variations in quality
    ‐ standardisation
    ‐ revenue generation
    ‐ method of work
    • how to develop and recommend to stakeholders the systems and processes that will assist in the identification of opportunities for cost efficiencies
    • why it is important to develop and recommend to stakeholders the systems and processes to identify opportunities for cost efficiencies
    • how to recommend opportunities for cost efficiencies to stakeholders
    74. Draft work programmes and schedules
    • how to identify major activities
    • how to determine the resources required by analysing designs, contractual information, statutory consents, contractor’s pre planning information, conditions of contract, health, safety, welfare and environmental plans, risk assessments and method statements, programmes and schedules and sub contractor arrangements and attendance in relation to the following
    ‐ people
    ‐ plant, equipment and machinery
    ‐ materials and components
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ Information
    ‐ work area and facilities
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ utility providers
    • how to prepare the following draft programmes and schedules
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ network analysis
    ‐ critical activities
    ‐ action lists
    ‐ resources schedules
    • why it is important to prepare draft programmes and schedules
    75. Evaluate alternative methods
    • how to evaluate alternative methods and systems in relation to the following resources
    ‐ people
    ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
    ‐ materials and components
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ Information
    ‐ work area and facilities
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ utility providers
    • how to select the best solution to meet the following project requirements
    ‐ contract conditions
    ‐ contract programme stipulations
    ‐ statutory consent
    ‐ Building Control notification
    ‐ third-party obligations
    ‐ health and safety requirements
    76. Obtain clarification and advice
    • how to obtain clarification and advice from stakeholders, the workforce and technical and trade literature where the following resources are not available
    ‐ people
    ‐ plant, equipment and machinery
    ‐ materials and components
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ Information
    ‐ work area and facilities
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ utility providers
    77. Analyse activities
    • how to analyse method studies, work studies and production analysis activities against the following
    ‐ contract conditions
    ‐ contract programme stipulations
    ‐ statutory consent
    ‐ Building Control notification
    ‐ third-party obligations
    ‐ health and safety requirements
    • how to identify and consider the following possible external factors
    ‐ other related programmes
    ‐ supply lead times
    ‐ contingencies
    ‐ special working conditions
    ‐ weather conditions
    ‐ statutory limitations
    ‐ site conditions
    ‐ environmental considerations
    ‐ customers
    • how to analyse activities against external factors
    78. Identify and sequence activities
    • how to calculate the duration of activities for programmes and schedules
    • how to identify activities that influence each other
    • how to make best use of resources by sequencing activities logically and realistically
    79. Production of programmes and schedules
    • how to ensure the production of the following detailed programmes and schedules
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ network analysis
    ‐ critical activities
    ‐ action lists
    ‐ resources schedules
    • how to ensure detailed programmes and schedules of planned activities are consistent with the complexity of the project
    80. Develop a monitoring system
    • how to develop a system to monitor the following works programmes and schedules
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ network analysis
    ‐ critical activities
    ‐ action lists
    ‐ resources schedules
    • how to implement a system to monitor works programmes and schedules and use the results to improve production and planning
    81. Identify alterations
    • how to identify alterations to the following works programmes and schedules
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ network analysis
    ‐ critical activities
    ‐ action lists
    ‐ resources schedules
    • how to ensure alterations to works programmes and schedules will meet changed circumstances
    82. Environmental management
    • how to examine the following project data to identify needs for environmental management and to establish methods of work that will support sustainability
    ‐ conditions of contract
    ‐ bills of quantities or methods of measurement
    ‐ specifications
    ‐ drawings
    ‐ health, safety and environmental plans
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ organisational requirements
    ‐ instructions and variations
    • why it is important to identify environmental management needs and the following sustainable work methods
    ‐ appearance
    ‐ ecological
    ‐ natural conservation
    ‐ historical conservation
    ‐ statutory nuisances
    ‐ emissions to air, land and water
    ‐ movement of project people, resources and vehicles
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ responsible contractor
    ‐ contaminated land
    ‐ invasive species
    83. Sustainable work methods
    • how to examine project data, and establish and record methods of work that will support sustainability
    • why it is important to examine project data, and establish and record methods of work that will support sustainability
    84. Promote and support
    • how to promote a culture of environmental awareness and support for sustainability in the workforce in relation to the following
    ‐ built to last
    ‐ integration with surroundings
    ‐ movement of project people, resources and vehicles
    ‐ meeting stakeholders’ needs
    ‐ energy efficiency
    ‐ efficient building services systems
    ‐ use of materials and resources
    ‐ waste recycling
    ‐ use of recycled materials
    ‐ responsible procurement
    ‐ biodiversity
    ‐ renewables
    ‐ water use and discharge
    ‐ archaeological and historical requirements
    • why it is important to promote a culture of environmental awareness and support for sustainability in the workforce
    85. Adopted Policies
    • how to examine and record the policies adopted for environmental management and sustainability
    • why it is important to examine and record the policies adopted for environmental management and sustainability
    86. Delegation
    • how to delegate duties for environmental management
    • how to delegate duties for monitoring the following sustainable work methods
    ‐ reuse and recycled materials and resources
    ‐ sustainable materials
    ‐ corporate social responsibility (CSR) and social value
    ‐ wellbeing
    ‐ innovation, legislation, technologies and skills
    ‐ procurement of materials and resources
    ‐ use and storage of materials and resources
    ‐ economic
    87. environmental factors
    • how to assess the significance of the following environmental factors as they affect the project and take appropriate action
    ‐ appearance
    ‐ ecological
    ‐ natural conservation
    ‐ historical conservation
    ‐ statutory nuisances
    ‐ emissions, air, land and water
    ‐ movement of project people, resources and vehicles
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ responsible contractor
    ‐ contaminated land
    ‐ invasive species
    88. Monitor sustainability
    • how to monitor project work against sustainability requirements and take appropriate action and comply with organisational requirements in relation to
    ‐ built to last
    ‐ integration with surroundings
    ‐ movement of project people, resources and vehicles
    ‐ meeting stakeholders’ needs
    ‐ energy efficiency
    ‐ efficient building services systems
    ‐ use of materials and resources
    ‐ waste recycling
    ‐ use of recycled materials
    ‐ responsible procurement
    ‐ biodiversity
    ‐ renewables
    ‐ water use and discharge
    ‐ archaeological and historical requirements
    89. Record positive performance
    • how to record positive performance in environmental management according to project and organisational requirements
    • how to make recommendations of positive performance to the following stakeholders
    ‐ the client, customer or their representative
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ workforce
    ‐ internal management
    90. Establish and improve
    • the different methods of communication required to establish a culture of health, safety, welfare and wellbeing with the following
    ‐ the workforce
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ clients
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ visitors
    ‐ the public
    • the principles of leading by example
    • how to implement a proactive reporting process to provide the workforce the opportunity to influence the health, safety, welfare and wellbeing culture on site
    • how to identify opportunities to improve health, safety, welfare and wellbeing, make appropriate recommendations and implement agreed modifications
    • the importance of wellbeing in the workplace
    91. Inform people
    • how to identify and delegate the specific responsibilities for health, safety, welfare and wellbeing to, including but not limited to:
    ‐ supervisors
    ‐ safety officers
    ‐ first aiders
    ‐ fire marshals
    • how to carry out site inductions, using various communication methods, which are specific to the site and which provide information including but not limited to:
    ‐ health and safety responsibilities
    ‐ health, safety and welfare equipment and resources
    ‐ risk control procedures
    ‐ first aid arrangements
    ‐ emergency plans
    ‐ evacuation plans
    ‐ traffic management
    ‐ Hazards
    ‐ fire procedures
    • how to monitor and maintain records of inductions to ensure they consistently inform the following of their health, safety and welfare responsibilities, including but not limited to:
    ‐ the workforce
    ‐ supervisors
    ‐ safety officers
    ‐ first aiders and fire marshals
    92. Notices
    • how to ensure the following notices and hazard warnings comply with construction specific health, safety and welfare regulations, general health, safety and welfare legislation and organisational policies and procedures:
    ‐ prescribed notices
    ‐ statutory certification notifications
    ‐ site safety signs
    ‐ Information
    • how to maintain accurate and appropriate signs, notices and hazard warnings, ensuring they are sufficient to cover all requirements, their distribution and position is correct, and they are being effective for the workforce, visitors and the public
    • why it is important to ensure accurate and appropriate notices are maintained
    93. Equipment and resources
    • how to ensure the following health, safety and welfare equipment and resources are available and sufficient for the project, including but not limited to:
    ‐ protective clothing
    ‐ protective equipment
    ‐ first aid facilities and arrangements
    ‐ welfare facilities
    ‐ storage and security of materials and equipment
    ‐ accident and incident reporting
    ‐ firefighting equipment
    ‐ provision of health, safety and welfare training
    • how to ensure health, safety and welfare equipment and resources comply with current organisational policies and procedures
    94. Implement systems
    • how to implement hazard identification, risk assessment, prevention and protection management systems which meet current organisational policies and procedures for identifying and reducing risks
    • how to implement management systems for reporting and recording accidents, emergencies and near misses
    • how to maintain the welfare of the following in accordance with current organisational policies and procedures:
    ‐ workforce
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ visitors
    ‐ the public
    95. Hazard identification and risk assessment
    • how to ensure health, safety and environmental hazards which have the potential to cause harm are identified
    • how to obtain additional information about hazards by communicating with the following:
    ‐ clients
    ‐ designers
    ‐ workforce
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ consultants
    • the effects of occupational health hazards
    • how to identify and record any residual risks and implement contingencies to manage the potential implications
    • how to apply the principles of prevention to eliminate and control risks at source, to manage risks and hazards, to attain a collective protection approach and to monitor the use of health and safety control equipment
    • how to review risks and communicate information to the following
    ‐ workforce
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ visitors
    ‐ the public
    96. Monitor for compliance
    • how to monitor health, safety, and welfare and wellbeing systems regularly to ensure compliance with current organisational policies and procedures
    • why it is important to monitor health, safety, and welfare and wellbeing systems regularly
    97. Obtain pre-construction information in relation to dimensional control
    • how to obtain relevant pre-construction information
    • how to check that pre-construction information is up to date and accurate
    • how to resolve problems with pre-construction information
    • why it is important to resolve problems with pre-construction information
    98. Correlate and interpret information
    • how to correlate and interpret information on project work which is relevant to the following dimensional control information
    ‐ lines
    ‐ levels
    ‐ angles
    ‐ distances
    ‐ radii
    ‐ positions
    ‐ setting out points
    • why it is important to correlate and interpret information on project work which is relevant to the following dimensional control information
    ‐ lines
    ‐ levels
    ‐ angles
    ‐ distances
    ‐ radii
    ‐ positions
    ‐ setting out points
    99. Identify variations
    • how to identify and record variations, relating to boundaries, levels and locations, between the specified and the actual project dimensions
    • why it is important to identify and record variations, relating to boundaries, levels and locations, between the specified and the actual project dimensions
    100. Establish a monitoring system
    • how to establish graphical, measured and instrumental monitoring systems for dimensional controls
    • why establishing graphical, measured and instrumental monitoring systems for dimensional controls is required
    • why it is important to record and store dimensional control information for future reference
    101. Maintain measuring and recording equipment
    • how to ensure mechanical, optical and electronic measuring and recording equipment are calibrated and maintained
    • why specific mechanical, optical and electronic measuring and recording equipment should be selected
    102. Evaluate data
    • how to evaluate the following project data sources:
    ‐ conditions of contract
    ‐ bills of quantities or methods of measurement
    ‐ specifications and/or schedules of work
    ‐ drawings
    ‐ health, safety and environmental plans
    ‐ organisational requirements
    ‐ instructions and variations
    ‐ information on materials
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ survey reports
    ‐ design data
    ‐ statutory consents
    ‐ sub-contractor arrangements and attendance
    ‐ method statement and risk assessments
    ‐ safe systems of work
    • how to identify construction work methods from the evaluation of project data
    • why it is important to evaluate available project data
    103. Obtain additional information
    • how to obtain additional information in cases where the available project data is insufficient from the following:
    ‐ stakeholders
    ‐ regulatory authorities
    ‐ technical and trade guidance
    104. Identify work methods
    • how to identify work methods from evaluating organisational requirements, including but not limited to: investigative research, technical and trade guidance, codes of practice and official guidance which will make the best use of resources and materials in relation to:
    ‐ sequencing and integration
    ‐ organisation of resources
    ‐ Techniques
    ‐ use of temporary works
    ‐ modern methods of construction
    ‐ preparatory systems
    ‐ adoption of new materials
    ‐ application of new skills
    • how to identify work methods which meet the project and current organisational requirements
    105. Evaluate and select work methods
    • how to evaluate the identified work methods against the following relevant technical, environmental and project criteria to select the best method in relation to:
    ‐ materials performance and availability
    ‐ health, safety, welfare and wellbeing
    ‐ fire safety
    ‐ access
    ‐ plant, equipment or machinery performance and availability
    ‐ Resources
    ‐ traffic management
    ‐ environmental issues
    ‐ cost benefits
    ‐ current organisational requirements, codes of practice and official guidance
    ‐ stakeholder needs
    ‐ contract requirements in terms of time and quantity
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ sustainability
    106. Confirm method statements
    • how to ensure the method statement and risk assessments derived from the selected work methods are current, accurate, agreed and acceptable to all stakeholders
    • why it is important to ensure the selected work methods, method statement and risk assessments are acceptable to all stakeholders
    107. Recommend work methods
    • how to recommend and present work methods to stakeholders
    • the potential risks of works impacting on the cultural significance of the historic environment
    • the specific requirements for buildings and structures of traditional (pre-1919) construction or of architectural, historical or archaeological significance
    108. Implement systems for the collection of feedback
    • how to implement systems to collect feedback from the following sources
    ‐ general public
    ‐ workforce
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ customers
    ‐ colleagues
    ‐ social media
    ‐ regulators
    ‐ auditors
    ‐ client appointees
    ‐ designers
    • how to encourage the collection of feedback from sources
    • why it is important to encourage the collection of feedback from sources
    109. Obtain, investigate and assess feedback
    • how to ensure feedback from the following stakeholders is obtained using the following methods
    110. stakeholders
    • general public
    ‐ workforce
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ customers
    ‐ colleagues
    ‐ social media
    ‐ regulators
    ‐ auditors
    ‐ client appointees
    ‐ designers
    111. Methods
    • project correspondence
    ‐ site tests and inspections
    ‐ scientific research and data
    ‐ performance in use
    ‐ meetings
    ‐ questionnaires
    ‐ audits and reports
    ‐ site monitoring
    ‐ consultations
    • how to investigate and assess feedback from stakeholders
    • why it is important to investigate and assess feedback from stakeholders
    112. Evaluate feedback and justify recommendations
    • how to evaluate feedback received and make recommendations
    • how to justify recommendations to stakeholders based on feedback
    • why it is important to make and justify recommendations based on feedback to stakeholders
    113. Summarise and promote recommendations
    • how to summarise changes and recommendations based on feedback received
    • how to promote the adoption of changes and recommendations based on feedback
    114. Evaluate feedback systems
    • how to evaluate feedback systems to ensure recommendations have been implemented and are effective
    • why it is important to evaluate feedback systems
    115. specification
    • how to ensure the specification of the following plant, equipment or machinery meets the needs of the project before deployment
    ‐ static
    ‐ mobile
    ‐ accessories
    ‐ consumables
    ‐ health and safety equipment
    ‐ specialised hand tools
    ‐ standard plant, equipment or machinery
    ‐ non-standard plant, equipment or machinery
    • why it is important to ensure the specification meets the needs of the project
    116. Compliance with current legislation
    • how to ensure plant, equipment or machinery complies with current organisational requirements
    • how to check the competence of those that will set up, operate or maintain plant, equipment or machinery
    • why it is important to ensure compliance and check competence
    117. System implementation
    • how to implement a system that will update the deployment and allocation of plant, equipment or machinery as the project progresses and changes occur
    • how to recommend alternative plant, equipment or machinery to decision-makers
    • why a system to update the deployment and allocation of plant, equipment or machinery is required
    118. Identify hazards and assess risks
    • how to identify hazards and assess risks arising from the use of plant, equipment or machinery
    • how to mitigate risks by implementing measures that protect the workforce, sub-contractors, suppliers, consultants, occupants, visitors, the general public, and the environment by the application of the following information
    ‐ methods of work
    ‐ risk assessment
    ‐ safe use and storage of tools
    ‐ safe use and storage of materials
    ‐ traffic management
    119. Planning, supervision and use
    • how to ensure plant, equipment or machinery operations are supervised and conducted in accordance with organisational requirements
    • how to ensure adequate safe systems of work are in place for the use of plant, equipment or machinery
    • how to maintain records for the competence of supervisors, and operators
    • how to inform relevant persons about the use of plant, equipment or machinery in relation to organisational requirements.
    120. Storage, service and maintenance
    • how to confirm plant, equipment or machinery is stored, serviced, maintained, examined and inspected in accordance with organisational requirements
    • why it is important to ensure plant, equipment or machinery is stored, serviced, maintained, examined and inspected in accordance with organisational requirements
    121. Competency
    • how to identify the competency requirements for supervisors and operators of plant, equipment or machinery according to organisational requirements
    • how to compare identified competency needs with the needs of the project and future projects
    • how to determine if a person meets the competency requirements of their project role
    • how to arrange development for supervisors and operators of plant, equipment or machinery according to organisational requirements
    122. Suggestions for improvements
    • how to promote and record opportunities to suggest improvements in plant operations
    • why it is important to promote and record opportunities to suggest improvements in plant operations
    123. Return or remove
    • how to return or remove plant, equipment or machinery which is no longer needed
    • why it is important to return or remove plant, equipment or machinery which is no longer needed
    124. Observe and apply organisational requirements
    • what organisational requirements apply to the protection of the workforce, sub-contractors, suppliers, consultants, occupants, visitors, the general public, and the environment in relation to the following:
    ‐ methods of work
    ‐ risk assessment
    ‐ safe use and storage of tools
    ‐ safe use and storage of materials and components
    ‐ traffic management
    ‐ emergency plans
    ‐ fire safety
    ‐ acoustic and sound insulation
    ‐ thermal insulation
    ‐ workforce competency
    ‐ site constraints
    125. Manage implementation of the retrofit plan
    • why it is important to manage the implementation of the retrofit plan ensuring effective and efficient working practices compliant with design and quality standards for a given occupational area, and how to do this
    • why it is required, and how to ensure operatives undertaking the installation, commissioning and handover are qualified to do so for a given occupational area
    126. Review and record on works progress
    • why reviewing and recording on works progress against the project programme, resources and planned sequencing of works is required
    • how to review, record and report on works progress against the project programme, resources and planned sequencing of work
    • when and how to recommend and take corrective action
    • how to identify potential risks of failure and mitigate through planning, accuracy, dimensional control and sequencing of work, including but not limited to:
    ‐ technical and performance risks: a thermal bridges b heating c ventilation d thermal bypass e condensation and interstitial condensation f alterations in structure g moisture movement h fire safety i acoustic and sound insulation
    ‐ inefficiencies
    ‐ additional costs
    ‐ delays to programme
    ‐ abortive works
    ‐ duplication
    ‐ damage
    ‐ latent defects
    127. Recognise defects in installation
    • how to recognise defects in installation with specific reference to:
    ‐ gaps in installation
    ‐ missing and inappropriate fixings
    ‐ detailing at corners, edges, junctions and openings
    ‐ interaction with building services
    ‐ combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
    ‐ fire safety
    ‐ acoustic and sound insulation
    ‐ thermal bypass and thermal bridges
    ‐ loading
    • how and when to propose suitable corrective action for any defects in installation
    128. Check, record and report that ventilation is not compromised
    • why it is important to check, record and report that ventilation is not compromised and complies with all relevant standards, and how to do this, for the following:
    ‐ gas and other combustion appliances
    ‐ flues
    ‐ general ventilation
    129. Check and record installation of works
    • why it is required to carry out specified checks of the retrofit works during installation and record the works conform to:
    ‐ quality
    ‐ standards
    ‐ manufacturers’ instructions, technical information and product data sheets
    ‐ retrofit design
    • how to check and record installation of works for quality, standards and compliance with the retrofit design, and manufacturers’ instructions for the following:
    ‐ alterations to the structure
    ‐ loadings
    ‐ fixings
    ‐ corners, junctions and edges of building elements
    ‐ interfaces between the building fabric, services and the occupants
    ‐ windows and doors including reveals, sills and soffits
    ‐ thermal bypass
    ‐ thermal bridges
    ‐ air tightness
    ‐ vapour barriers
    ‐ moisture movement
    ‐ moisture ingress
    ‐ condensation and interstitial condensation risks
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP)
    ‐ fire safety
    ‐ acoustic and sound insulation
    • the potential risks and implications of non-compliance and poor quality installations over time for active and passive fire safety measures
    • the principles of a building as a system and its component parts and the importance of identifying standards and the consequences of failure to follow organisational requirements
    • the potential risks and implications of non-compliance and poor quality installations over time including but not limited to:
    ‐ occupant health and safety
    ‐ indoor air quality
    ‐ mould
    ‐ performance gaps
    ‐ rot
    ‐ building fabric decay
    ‐ overheating
    • the importance of maintaining ventilation
    • how to recognise ventilation and air movement pathways through buildings and ensure that these are maintained, whilst balancing the need for airtightness
    • how to recognise the different properties of insulation materials and how these relate to thermal, moisture, condensation, acoustic and sound and fire safety
    • the different types of air and vapour control layers and breather membranes, where and how they should be used, and why it is important to install them correctly
    • the importance of ensuring the integrity of air and vapour control layers and breather membranes following installation and the need to ensure continuity
    • how condensation forms in buildings, how this relates to moisture and moisture movement and what steps can be taken to mitigate potential risks
    • why a whole building approach is taken to retrofit works and how this relates to building performance and building use
    130. Recommend, record and implement corrective actions
    • how and when to recommend, record and implement corrective actions for the following:
    ‐ alterations to the structure
    ‐ loadings
    ‐ fixings
    ‐ corners, junctions and edges of building elements
    ‐ interfaces between the building fabric, services and the occupants
    ‐ windows and doors including reveals, sills and soffits
    ‐ thermal bypass
    ‐ thermal bridges
    ‐ air tightness
    ‐ vapour barriers
    ‐ moisture movement
    ‐ moisture ingress
    ‐ condensation and interstitial condensation risks
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP)
    ‐ combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
    ‐ fire safety
    ‐ acoustic and sound insulation
    131. Manage the scheduling and coordination of the inspection testing and commissioning
    • why managing the scheduling and coordination of the inspection testing and commissioning for retrofit works is required
    • how to manage the scheduling and coordination of the inspection testing and commissioning for retrofit works
    • why it is required and how to record outcomes for retrofit works, services and fabric
    • the range of non-destructive testing and investigation methods including but not limited to:
    ‐ thermal imaging
    ‐ moisture content of building fabric
    ‐ air tightness for building envelope and identifying air filtration and air leakage points
    ‐ energy use of buildings from meters and sub-meters for individual systems
    ‐ sound insulation testing
    ‐ borescope testing
    • the stages of commissioning including but not limited to:
    ‐ setting-to-work
    ‐ regulation
    ‐ performance optimisation
    ‐ recording
    ‐ post-commissioning checks
    ‐ fine tuning during occupancy
    • why the final commissioning of all building services is done together, rather than separately
    132. Recommend, record and implement corrective actions for retrofit works following commissioning
    • why recommending, recording and implementing corrective actions is required following commissioning
    • how to recommend, record and implement corrective actions following commissioning
    133. Manage, monitor and evaluate the project handover
    • why it is important to manage the project handover on completion of the installation, and how to do this
    • why monitoring and evaluation of the project handover is required
    • how to manage the project handover in accordance with the handover strategy and requirements of relevant certification schemes
    • how to gather, record, analyse and interpret information
    • how to convey the following information about the installed measures:
    ‐ physical inspection and explanation of function and operation
    ‐ demonstrate the safe operation of any components, devices and controls
    ‐ visual checks to ensure the recipient is able to operate the components, devices and controls
    ‐ care needed to avoid detrimental effects
    ‐ maintenance, including requirements to comply with guarantees and warranties
    ‐ efficient operation to facilitate the delivery of intended reduction in energy use
    ‐ importance of ventilation
    ‐ post completion services
    ‐ provision of documentation including end-user advice information
    • how to present information and recommendations for any remedial actions or changes to the retrofit process required, to relevant stakeholders including, but not limited to:
    ‐ clients
    ‐ designers and contract administrators
    ‐ installers and contractors
    ‐ end-users
    ‐ external enforcement and quality assurance bodies
    ‐ funding organisations
    ‐ guarantee or warranty providers
    • how to ensure operatives undertaking the handover are vocationally competent to do so and have access to adequate knowledge of the measures and the behaviours required for their safe, efficient and effective operation and maintenance
    • when to undertake the handover procedure, including a phased handover
    • when basic, intermediate and advanced levels of monitoring and evaluation are required and what information is required for each
    • timescales for completing and reporting different levels of monitoring and evaluation
    • who are the recipients of the handover process
    • which stakeholders require copies of the following documentation:
    ‐ test certificates and commissioning records
    ‐ operation and maintenance instructions and manuals
    ‐ warranty and guarantee certificates
    ‐ as constructed plans
    134. Handover programme
    • how to consult with stakeholders to confirm the following project requirements to develop a handover programme
    ‐ time
    ‐ quality
    ‐ cost
    ‐ health and safety
    ‐ sustainability
    ‐ defects rectification period
    ‐ warranties
    • why it is important a handover programme
    135. Project requirements and outstanding work
    • how to check that the following project requirements have been met
    ‐ time
    ‐ quality
    ‐ cost
    ‐ health and safety
    ‐ sustainability
    ‐ defects rectification period
    ‐ warranties
    • how to record outstanding work in order to agree and arrange a satisfactory completion
    • why it is important to check project requirements and outstanding work to agree a satisfactory completion
    136. Handover inspections and tests
    • how to carry out handover inspections
    • the range of tests required on handover
    • how to ensure relevant tests are witnessed by the following stakeholders
    ‐ client, customer or their representative
    ‐ users
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ regulatory authorities
    • how to ensure relevant certification is acquired
    • why it is important handover inspections and certificates
    137. Stakeholder concerns
    • how to record the following stakeholders’ concerns during inspections
    ‐ client, customer or their representative
    ‐ users
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ regulatory authorities
    • how to agree relevant actions during inspections with stakeholders
    • why stakeholders’ concerns need to be addressed
    138. Stakeholder responsibilities
    • how to ensure the following accept and adopt the following responsibilities on handover
    139. stakeholders
    • client, customer or their representative
    ‐ users
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ regulatory authorities
    140. responsibilities
    • insurance
    ‐ security
    ‐ operations
    ‐ health, safety and wellbeing
    ‐ utility supply
    ‐ environmental
    ‐ sustainability
    • why it is required for stakeholders to accept their responsibilities
    141. documentation
    • how to assemble the following relevant documentation in accordance with the project
    ‐ manuals and guidance materials
    ‐ plans
    ‐ operating equipment
    ‐ security information and equipment
    ‐ certificates
    ‐ services
    ‐ systems
    ‐ equipment
    ‐ materials
    ‐ maintenance records
    ‐ structural design
    • how to hand over relevant documentation in accordance with the project requirements
    • why it is required to assemble and hand over appropriate documentation for the project
    142. Interpretation of information
    • how to interpret the given design information relating to the work and resources to confirm its accuracy, completeness and relevance to the building type and construction and record and report issues in relation to the following:
    ‐ drawings
    ‐ design brief
    ‐ check certificates
    ‐ hold points
    ‐ permit to work
    ‐ risk classification
    ‐ implementation plan
    ‐ inspection and test plan
    ‐ specifications
    ‐ schedules
    ‐ method statements
    ‐ risk assessments
    ‐ manufacturers’ information
    • the characteristics, uses and limitations of temporary works including but not limited to:
    ‐ pedestrian and vehicular access
    ‐ earthworks: trenches, excavations, temporary slopes and stockpiles
    ‐ structures: formwork, falsework, propping, façade retention, needling, shoring, edge protection, scaffolding, temporary bridges, site hoarding and signage, site fencing and cofferdams
    ‐ equipment and plant foundations: tower crane bases, supports, anchors and ties for construction hoists and mast climbing work platforms, piling platforms and groundworks to provide suitable locations for plant and lifting equipment erection
    ‐ dewatering
    ‐ non-permanent vehicle restraint systems
    ‐ traffic management
    • how to identify the correct sequence of work for installation, maintenance and removal of temporary works
    • how to implement the organisational requirements, to report inappropriate; design briefs, design check certification, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, electronic data, written and verbal instructions, permits, manufacturers' information, official guidance associated with installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works
    • the organisational requirements to solve problems with the information
    • why it is important to follow the organisational requirements
    143. Observe legislation and guidelines
    • how to comply with relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied to install and maintain safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices including:
    ‐ communicate and coordinate with the responsible person
    ‐ methods of work
    ‐ safe use of health and safety control equipment
    ‐ safe use of access equipment
    ‐ safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    ‐ specific risks to health
    • why communication and coordination with the responsible person as denoted by industry standards is required
    • the organisational requirements for the security of temporary works
    • why it is important to follow the correct sequence of work when installing and removing temporary works installations
    144. Identify, assess, maintain and record the acquisition of resources
    • how to identify, assess and record the acquisition of the following resources:
    ‐ people
    ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
    ‐ materials and components
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ Information
    ‐ work and facilities
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ utilities (power, water, lighting)
    • how to assess the quality of the resources
    • how to maintain the resources for work activities
    • how any problems and defects associated with the resources are reported
    • hazards associated with the temporary works materials, supports, components, fittings and fixings, hand tools, portable power tools and equipment and methods of installation
    • project and organisational requirements to obtain a permit to load from the relevant responsible person as denoted by industry standards
    145. Confirm that all materials, equipment and tooling is correct
    • how to implement organisational procedures, to report inappropriate; materials, machinery and equipment associated with the installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works
    • why reporting inappropriate materials, machinery and equipment associated with installation, maintenance, monitoring and removal of temporary works is required
    146. Maintain and monitor work progress reports
    • how to keep and maintain accurate records of work progress by managing checks of the temporary works
    • why accurate records, to maintain and monitor work progress are needed
    • how to communicate and suggest corrective actions and changes to the programme
    147. Installation of Temporary Works
    • how the installation of the works in accordance with the programme and schedule is to be carried out to meet the needs of the organisation and other stakeholders
    • the hazards associated with temporary works materials, supports, components, fittings, fixings and tooling in relation to the installation of temporary works
    • why deadlines should be kept in the installation and removal of temporary works structures
    148. Handover the works
    • why handover of temporary works to the responsible person, as denoted by organisational procedures, is required
    • how to identify and confirm the responsible person for temporary works
    • how to obtain certificates of sign-off works from the responsible person
    149. Removal of temporary works
    • how the removal of the works in accordance with the programme and schedule is to be carried out to meet the needs of the organisation and other stakeholders
    • the hazards associated with temporary works materials, supports, components, fittings, fixings and tooling in relation to the removal of temporary works
    • the project and organisational procedures to obtain permission from the responsible person to remove the temporary works
    • how to comply with organisational procedures to manage the removal of temporary works
    150. Aims and objectives
    • how to define your aims and objectives based on the following for undertaking development
    ‐ preparation for new assignment
    ‐ intellectual challenge
    ‐ continued professional development (CPD)
    ‐ professional competence
    ‐ compliance with employer
    ‐ professional body membership requirements
    ‐ promotion and role change
    ‐ awareness of personal strengths and areas of focus
    • why you need to define aims and objectives
    151. Support and guidance
    • how to access the following sources of support and guidance to identify recognised standards
    ‐ national organisations
    ‐ industry organisations and associations
    ‐ Professional Institutions
    ‐ further education organisations
    ‐ training providers
    ‐ in house resources
    ‐ line manager
    ‐ colleagues
    ‐ trade periodicals and journals
    ‐ social media
    ‐ online resources
    ‐ certification bodies
    • why you need to access the following recognised standards for you to undertake personal development
    ‐ job descriptions
    ‐ professional institution requirements
    ‐ national occupational standards
    ‐ industry recognised standards
    152. Analyse performance
    • how to analyse your current level of knowledge and performance against the following selected and recognised standards
    ‐ job descriptions
    ‐ professional institution requirements
    ‐ national occupational standards
    ‐ industry recognised standards
    • how to develop a profile of your personal development needs based on the following:
    ‐ maintenance of existing competence
    ‐ improvements to existing skills
    ‐ improvements to existing knowledge
    ‐ development of new skills and knowledge
    ‐ commitment to professional excellence
    • why you need to develop a profile of your personal development needs
    153. Profile of competence
    • how to develop a profile of your knowledge and competence against the following identified recognised standards
    ‐ job descriptions
    ‐ professional institution requirements
    ‐ national occupational standards
    ‐ industry recognised standards
    • how to measure achievement of the following identified personal development needs
    ‐ maintenance of existing competence
    ‐ improvements to existing skills
    ‐ improvements to existing knowledge
    ‐ improvements to existing competence
    ‐ development of new skills and knowledge
    ‐ commitment to professional excellence
    154. Development plan
    • how to prepare a personal development plan based on the following
    ‐ maintenance of existing competence
    ‐ improvements to existing skills
    ‐ improvements to existing knowledge
    ‐ development of new skills and knowledge
    ‐ commitment to professional excellence
    • why you need to prepare a personal development plan
    155. development activities
    • how to undertake development activities to achieve personal development needs
    • how to review and record progress and evaluate the effectiveness of the activities
    156. Obtain and accept feedback
    • how to obtain, accept and record feedback from people who can judge your performance and provide objective, valid feedback
    • why you need to obtain and accept feedback
    157. Review, revise and update
    • how to review the cycle of the following personal development aims and objectives
    158. Personal development
    • maintenance of existing competence
    ‐ improvements to existing skills
    ‐ improvements to existing knowledge
    ‐ development of new knowledge and skills
    ‐ commitment to professional excellence
    159. Aims and objectives
    • preparation for new assignment
    ‐ intellectual challenge
    ‐ continued professional development (CPD)
    ‐ professional competence
    ‐ compliance with employer
    ‐ professional body membership requirements
    ‐ promotion and role change
    ‐ awareness of personal strengths and weaknesses
    • how to revise and update aims and objectives to suit changing circumstances
    • why reviewing, revising and updating your personal development plan is required
    160. Notification
    • how to give adequate notice to all the stakeholders, including but not limited to the following, who will be affected, by when the work will start, how long will it take and when it will finish
    ‐ client
    ‐ customer or their representative
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ third parties
    ‐ public services
    ‐ emergency services
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ people working on site
    ‐ statutory authorities
    ‐ near neighbours
    ‐ residents
    • how to confirm all dates in writing
    • why it is important to confirm arrangements in writing
    161. Communicate and agree programme
    • how to agree the following programmes with stakeholders who will be doing the work
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ network analysis
    ‐ critical path
    ‐ action lists
    ‐ method statements
    • why it is important to agree programmes and methods with the people who will be doing the work
    • how to communicate programmes and methods to the people who will be doing the work
    162. Information
    • how to identify, record and obtain the following information requirements before work starts
    ‐ survey reports
    ‐ design
    ‐ contractual
    ‐ statutory consents
    ‐ contractor’s pre-planning information
    ‐ health safety and environmental plan
    ‐ method statements
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ checks carried out to verify the competence of the workforce including but not limited to industry certification schemes, cards, competence schemes, qualifications, certificates and training
    163. Organise attendance
    • how to organise the following attendance by contract or agreement for sub-contractors and attending workforce
    ‐ welfare facilities
    ‐ work specifications
    ‐ security and fencing
    ‐ utilities
    ‐ traffic management
    ‐ access and egress
    ‐ off-loading and loading
    ‐ dimensional control
    ‐ storage
    ‐ records of attendance
    • why it is important to organise and record attendance by contract or agreement for sub-contractors in accordance with project requirements and contractual agreements
    164. Meetings and communications
    • how to organise and keep records of meetings and communications with sub-contractors to discuss project or contract requirements and attendances to include but not limited to
    ‐ time
    ‐ quality
    ‐ cost
    ‐ statutory consents and notifications
    ‐ sustainability
    ‐ environment
    • why it is important to organise and keep records of meetings and communications with sub-contractors to discuss project or contract requirements and attendances
    165. Plan, schedule, obtain and maintain resources
    • how to identify and plan the use of the following resources
    ‐ people
    ‐ plant, equipment and machinery
    ‐ materials and components
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ Information
    • why it is important to plan and schedule the use of resources
    • how to ensure sufficient resources are obtained and maintained
    166. Organise and control the site
    • how to organise and control the site and resources so that the site is safe and tidy
    • how to produce records of site maintenance activities which include
    ‐ plan of the site showing storage and waste management areas
    ‐ hoardings and security arrangements
    ‐ signage
    ‐ access and egress
    ‐ safety and emergency response
    ‐ welfare facilities
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • why it is important to organise and control the site and resources and produce records of site maintenance activities
    167. Contingency plans
    • how to develop plans to meet the following special requirements and contingencies
    ‐ elimination of waste
    ‐ archaeological
    ‐ heritage issues
    ‐ occupiers
    ‐ environmental considerations
    ‐ vehicular access and egress
    ‐ Hazards
    ‐ trespass
    ‐ near neighbours
    ‐ public access
    ‐ site conditions
    • why it is important to develop plans to meet special requirements and contingencies
    168. Delegate responsibilities
    • when and why it is important to delegate responsibilities under contingency plans
    169. delivery schedule
    • how to analyse operational plans and quantities to assess what raw materials, manufactured materials, components and prefabricated systems will be required
    • how to calculate delivery and lead times for supplies of materials
    • why it is necessary to analyse organisational and project plans and quantities to assess what materials will be required
    • the factors involved in developing a delivery schedule
    170. Delivery and lead times
    • how to analyse calculations for delivery and lead times and ensure records of delivery schedule and traffic management are maintained
    • why delivery schedules and construction logistics plans are required
    171. Supply improvements
    • how to identify and record alternative materials in relation to
    ‐ economy of usage
    ‐ cost
    ‐ environmental impact
    ‐ sustainability
    • how standardisation and alternative materials can assist a project
    • why opportunities for standardisation and alternative materials should be considered
    172. Prepare orders
    • how to check what materials are needed to maintain programme and project requirements
    • how to ensure appropriate orders are prepared
    • why it is important to make checks and ensure appropriate orders are prepared
    173. Conduct negotiations and meetings
    • how to promote goodwill and trust with suppliers and users to ensure the delivery schedule is maintained through positive negotiation in relation to
    ‐ elimination or reduction of waste
    ‐ recycling and re-use
    ‐ quantity
    ‐ quality considerations
    ‐ availability
    ‐ lead time
    ‐ life expectancy or deterioration
    ‐ Maintenance
    ‐ storage and handling facilities
    ‐ environmental considerations
    ‐ ethical and sustainability considerations
    ‐ health and safety considerations
    ‐ logistics
    ‐ damage
    ‐ loss or theft
    ‐ supplier service
    ‐ archaeology
    ‐ heritage issues
    • how to maintain goodwill and trust
    • why goodwill and trust should be maintained
    • why it is important to conduct formal and informal meetings with suppliers and users
    174. Implement systems
    • how to implement an organisational or project system, that analyses the following factors which will inform the delivery schedule
    ‐ quality
    ‐ quantity
    ‐ payment to suppliers
    ‐ approval by client, customer or their representative
    ‐ programming
    ‐ cost
    • how to implement an organisational or project system to monitor materials and the performance of suppliers against the agreed supply requirements
    • how to identify and record any improvements
    • why it is important to analyse performance of suppliers against the delivery schedule
    175. Materials control
    • how to analyse records of the following identified factors used in materials control
    ‐ quality
    ‐ quantity
    ‐ payment to suppliers
    ‐ approval by client, customer or their representative
    ‐ programming
    • why it is important to analyse factors in materials control
    176. Identify problems
    • how to identify and record problems with supply and the action taken to resolve them
    • why it is important to identify and record problems with supply and the action taken to resolve them
    177. Identify changes
    • how to identify changes likely to result in over or under supply
    • how to modify the delivery schedule to minimise disruption to the programme by ensuring supplies of raw materials, manufactured materials, components and prefabricated systems are available
    178. project requirements
    • how to confirm project requirements for the following maintenance activities of the following property, systems or services
    179. Maintenance activities
    • remedial
    ‐ scheduled
    ‐ unscheduled
    ‐ preventative
    ‐ corrective
    ‐ emergency
    180. Property, services or systems
    • highways
    ‐ traffic controls
    ‐ structures
    ‐ external structure
    ‐ internal structure
    ‐ historical or conservation interests
    ‐ internal fabric
    ‐ external fabric
    ‐ utilities and services
    ‐ landscaping
    • who to consult with to confirm project requirements
    181. Identify and review
    • how to identify and review the following influencing factors
    ‐ organisational requirements
    ‐ project requirements
    ‐ current legislation
    ‐ resource allocation
    ‐ working requirements
    ‐ environmental considerations
    ‐ near neighbours
    ‐ weather conditions
    ‐ ground or site conditions
    ‐ sustainability
    ‐ client, customer or their representative
    ‐ reports and surveys
    ‐ archaeology
    ‐ heritage issues
    ‐ planning and statutory consents
    • how to identify and review the following guidance materials
    ‐ plans, drawings or diagrams
    ‐ owner’s manuals
    ‐ log books
    ‐ maintenance schedules and manuals
    ‐ practice guides and specifications
    ‐ current legislation and official guidance
    ‐ historical data
    ‐ existing records
    ‐ surveys
    • why it is important to identify and review influencing factors against guidance materials
    182. Prioritise maintenance activities
    • how to prioritise and record the maintenance activities to take account of identified influencing factors whilst maintaining consistency
    • why it is important to prioritise and record the maintenance activities to take account of identified influencing factors whilst maintaining consistency
    • how to assess the following influencing factors
    ‐ organisational requirements
    ‐ project requirements
    ‐ current legislation
    ‐ resource allocation
    ‐ working requirements
    ‐ environmental considerations
    ‐ near neighbours
    ‐ weather conditions
    ‐ ground or site conditions
    ‐ sustainability
    ‐ client, customer or their representative
    ‐ reports and surveys
    ‐ archaeology
    ‐ heritage issues
    ‐ planning and statutory consents
    • how to prioritise the following maintenance activities
    ‐ planned maintenance
    ‐ tendered works
    ‐ responsive works
    ‐ preventative maintenance work
    ‐ cost estimated work
    ‐ seasonal maintenance
    ‐ traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
    ‐ emergency works
    ‐ Contingency plans
    • why it is important to assess influencing factors and prioritise maintenance activities
    183. changing circumstances
    • how to account for the following changing circumstances
    ‐ susceptibility to damage
    ‐ safety requirements
    ‐ need to inhibit, and respond to deterioration
    ‐ weather conditions
    ‐ ground or site conditions
    ‐ environmental conditions
    ‐ use or change of use
    ‐ current legislation
    ‐ Resources
    ‐ security threats
    ‐ client, customer or their representative
    ‐ reports and surveys
    ‐ historical data
    ‐ planning and statutory consents
    • how to amend priorities when reviewing the following influencing factors:
    ‐ organisational requirements
    ‐ project requirements
    ‐ current legislation
    ‐ resource allocation
    ‐ working requirements
    ‐ environmental considerations
    ‐ near neighbours
    ‐ weather conditions
    ‐ ground or site conditions
    ‐ sustainability
    ‐ client, customer or their representative
    ‐ reports and surveys
    ‐ archaeology
    ‐ heritage issues
    ‐ planning and statutory consents
    184. recording systems
    • why activity records and data collected for the following work and maintenance activities needs to be current
    185. Activity records and data collected
    • inspections
    ‐ faults or problems
    ‐ corrective actions
    ‐ costs
    ‐ Resources
    ‐ complaints
    ‐ delays
    186. maintenance work
    • remedial
    ‐ scheduled
    ‐ unscheduled
    ‐ preventative
    ‐ corrective
    ‐ emergency
    187. Maintenance activities
    • planned maintenance work
    ‐ tendered works
    ‐ responsive works
    ‐ preventative maintenance work
    ‐ cost estimated work
    ‐ seasonal maintenance
    ‐ traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
    ‐ emergency works
    ‐ Contingency plans
    • how to ensure that records of the following activities and data are current
    ‐ inspections
    ‐ faults or problems
    ‐ corrective actions
    ‐ costs
    ‐ Resources
    ‐ complaints
    ‐ delays
    188. Resources
    • how to identify the following necessary resources for maintenance activities
    189. Resources
    • people
    ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
    ‐ materials and components
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ Information
    ‐ work area and facilities
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ utility providers
    190. Maintenance activities
    • planned maintenance work
    ‐ tendered works
    ‐ responsive works
    ‐ preventative maintenance work
    ‐ cost estimated work
    ‐ seasonal maintenance
    ‐ traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
    ‐ emergency works
    ‐ Contingency plans
    • how to assess the quantity and quality of resources for maintenance activities
    • how to maintain the necessary resources for the maintenance work of the following property, systems or services
    ‐ highways
    ‐ traffic controls
    ‐ structures
    ‐ external structure
    ‐ internal structure
    ‐ historical or preservation interests
    ‐ internal fabric
    ‐ external fabric
    ‐ utilities and services
    ‐ landscaping
    191. Plans and schedules
    • how to prepare plans and schedules for the following maintenance activities
    ‐ planned maintenance work
    ‐ tendered works
    ‐ responsive works
    ‐ preventative maintenance work
    ‐ cost estimated work
    ‐ seasonal maintenance
    ‐ traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
    ‐ emergency works
    ‐ Contingency plans
    • how to negotiate and agree plans and schedules with decision-makers
    • why it is important plans and schedules for the following maintenance activities
    ‐ planned maintenance work
    ‐ tendered works
    ‐ responsive works
    ‐ preventative maintenance work
    ‐ cost estimated work
    ‐ seasonal maintenance
    ‐ traffic maintenance (signing, lighting and guarding)
    ‐ emergency works
    ‐ Contingency plans
    192. Evaluate and implement pre-installation checks to identify technical and procedural risks
    • why it is important to evaluate and implement pre-installation checks to identify technical and procedural risks and how to do this
    • why it is important to determine accuracy and completeness of project information and how to do this
    • the implications of building conditions and common building defects for retrofit works including but not limited to:
    ‐ moisture ingress including, but not limited to, damp, salts and causes of dampness, rain penetration, rising damp
    ‐ internal moisture vapour
    ‐ poor indoor air quality
    ‐ inadequate ventilation
    ‐ existing and damaged services
    ‐ structural defects
    • the importance of building condition and repair and maintenance as the first stage in energy efficiency improvements
    • specific health and safety hazards including but not limited to poor ventilation (roof space, inside the property and under floor) and services
    • the principles of building design for fire safety and the key components of the building and their implications for retrofit works
    • the primary causes of failure to fire safety systems and their potential impact on users and occupants, building safety and each other, including compartmentation
    • how to implement temporary works as required during retrofit works
    • why it is important to explain the Whole Building approach to energy efficiency retrofit comprising building fabric, services, any low zero carbon technologies, renewable technologies and occupant behaviour, and how to do this
    • how to identify traditional and protected buildings including the difference in performance characteristics between traditional and modern materials and construction methods with particular reference to the breathability and permeability characteristics of traditional building fabric
    • how to identify building fabric, building structure, materials and construction methods for buildings of different ages including alterations and additions
    • the materials proposed are suitable and in sufficient quantity to achieve the design outcomes
    • how to work in and around buildings and their occupants including neighbouring properties and site constraints
    • the potential environmental and ecological impacts of retrofit works and how to respond including but not limited to safeguarding protected species
    • how to explain key terms and concepts including but not limited to:
    ‐ heritage values
    ‐ heritage significance
    ‐ heritage impact assessment
    ‐ conservation principles
    ‐ sustainable development
    ‐ management of traditional and historic buildings and structures
    • legislation and official guidance including but not limited to heritage, traditional and protected buildings
    • why it is important to report the discovery of architectural or archaeological features to relevant stakeholders, and how to do this
    193. Implement pre-installation building inspections
    • why implementation of external and internal pre-installation building inspections, and recording and reporting findings to relevant stakeholders is required
    • how to implement external and internal pre-installation building inspections and record and report to stakeholders for the following:
    ‐ suitable access
    ‐ property suitability
    ‐ adjoining structures
    ‐ structural integrity
    ‐ hazardous materials
    ‐ dampness,
    ‐ decay
    ‐ exposure ratings
    ‐ combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
    ‐ services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
    ‐ invasive species
    • how to identify, assess and respond to hazards including hazardous materials, fire safety and flues and ventilation (incorrectly installed, blocked, damaged and insufficient)
    194. Implement and record control measures to mitigate risks from pre-installation building inspections
    • why implementation and recording of suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate risks arising from external and internal pre-installation building inspections is required
    • how to implement and record suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate risks arising from external and internal pre-installation building inspections for the following:
    ‐ suitable access
    ‐ property suitability
    ‐ adjoining structures
    ‐ structural integrity
    ‐ hazardous materials
    ‐ dampness,
    ‐ decay
    ‐ exposure ratings
    ‐ combustion appliances, flues and ventilation
    ‐ services (gas, electric, water, media cables)
    ‐ invasive species
    • how to record and report the key issues from external and internal pre-installation building inspections that may affect the commencement of the work whilst working within your authority to rectify or suspend works
    195. Implement and record controls to mitigate risks
    • why suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate the technical and procedural risks need to be implemented and recorded
    • how to determine, implement and record suitable and sufficient control measures to mitigate the technical and procedural risks for the following:
    ‐ accuracy and completeness of project information
    ‐ building condition
    ‐ health and safety hazards
    ‐ fire safety
    ‐ temporary works
    ‐ protection of existing fabric and services
    ‐ suitability of materials
    ‐ working in and around buildings and their occupants and neighbouring properties
    ‐ environment and ecology including but not limited to safeguarding protected species
    ‐ heritage significance
    ‐ discovery of architectural and archaeological features
    • how to use due diligence to apply the principles and intent of fire safety legislation and guidance relating to the retrofit design, construction, management and use of the building
    • the issues relating to the control of work onsite interpreting any statutory or manufacturers requirements for testing and maintaining fire prevention and protection systems and records
    • the principles and benefits of effective fire risk management and the required mitigation measures to deliver safe buildings
    • how to recognise, record and report the key issues from technical and procedural risks that may affect the commencement of the work whilst working within your authority to rectify or suspend works
    196. Identify and review information sources
    • why identification and review of information sources against on-site conditions to contribute to the retrofit works plan, risk assessments and method statements are required for the following:
    ‐ drawings, design and specification information
    ‐ building Pto industry standards
    ‐ manufacturers’ technical information and product data sheets
    ‐ sub-contractor methods and scope of works
    ‐ surveys
    ‐ tests
    ‐ examinations
    ‐ specialist reports
    ‐ statutory consents
    ‐ current legislation, official and technical guidance
    ‐ written scheme of investigation (WSI) for archaeology
    • how to identify and review information sources against on site conditions to contribute to the retrofit works plan, risk assessments and method statements for the following:
    ‐ drawings, design and specification information
    ‐ building Pto industry standards
    ‐ manufacturers’ technical information and product data sheets
    ‐ sub-contractor methods and scope of works
    ‐ surveys
    ‐ tests
    ‐ examinations
    ‐ specialist reports
    ‐ statutory consents
    ‐ current legislation, official and technical guidance
    ‐ written scheme of investigation (WSI) for archaeology
    • why it is important to comply with relevant legal duties and fire safety standards during the construction phase of retrofit works, and how to do this
    • why documented information for fire safety including advising and sharing information with end-users and relevant stakeholders is required
    • the range of energy assessment tools used for both domestic and non-domestic buildings
    • the range of hygrothermal assessment tools for both domestic and non-domestic buildings
    • sources of heat loss and heat gains
    • explain heat loss through fabric, U values and calculations and thermal bridging
    • the difference between one off, incremental and whole building retrofit plans
    • how to review low carbon improvement plans
    197. Report issues and recommend corrective actions
    • why it is important and how to report issues with planned retrofit works and suggest corrective actions for the following:
    ‐ risk assessments
    ‐ method statements
    ‐ drawings, design and specification information
    ‐ building Pto industry standards
    ‐ manufacturers’ technical information and product data sheets
    ‐ sub-contractor methods and scope of works
    ‐ surveys
    ‐ tests
    ‐ examinations
    ‐ specialist reports
    ‐ statutory consents
    ‐ current legislation, official and technical guidance
    ‐ the limitations, defects of the materials and their characteristics
    ‐ written scheme of investigation (WSI) for archaeology
    • the principles and factors affecting the fire safety of users and explain the impact on the building and performance in relation to retrofit works
    198. Contribute to the project programme, planning and sequencing of works
    • why contributing to the project programmes and method statements for working on and around existing buildings and structures are required
    • how to contribute to a project programme for working on and around existing buildings and structures
    • how to produce method statements for working on and around existing buildings and structures
    • why planning the sequence of works for the installation of retrofit works is required
    • how to plan the sequence of works for the installation of retrofit works:
    ‐ repair
    ‐ stabilisation
    ‐ temporary works
    ‐ opening-up and investigations
    ‐ removal of fabric, structure or services, and making good
    ‐ preparing the building for installation of fabric measures
    ‐ installation of fabric, structure or services
    ‐ testing
    ‐ commissioning
    ‐ handover
    • why it is required and how to identify and plan to avoid potential thermal and hygrothermal technical and performance risks of failure through planning and sequencing of works including but not limited to:
    ‐ thermal bridges
    ‐ ventilation
    ‐ thermal bypass
    ‐ condensation and interstitial condensation
    ‐ alterations in structure including materials, components and the building
    ‐ moisture movement
    ‐ optimisation of heating systems
    • the implications to planning and sequencing of offsite construction methods and onsite assembly
    199. Plan the resources required
    • why it is important to plan the efficient use of resources required for retrofit works and how to do this for the following:
    ‐ materials and components
    ‐ services
    ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
    ‐ workforce
    ‐ Information
    ‐ site facilities
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ structures
    ‐ storage of materials within specified parameters
    • how to recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and how to resource accordingly including but not limited to:
    ‐ electrical
    ‐ asbestos
    ‐ radon
    ‐ heritage
    ‐ ecology
    ‐ ventilation
    ‐ fire safety
    • the principles of due diligence to deliver specialist skills as they apply to obtaining, electing and appointing contractors, selecting suppliers, executing work and record keeping
    200. Assemble and review information
    • how to assemble the following information used in the preparation of the project plan
    ‐ survey reports
    ‐ design information
    ‐ contractual information
    ‐ statutory consents
    ‐ contracts pre-planning information
    ‐ health, safety and environmental plans
    ‐ risk assessments and method statements
    ‐ programmes and schedules
    ‐ team competency
    ‐ sub-contractor arrangements and attendance
    • how to clarify information that is not clear and keep it up to date
    • why it is important to assemble and clarify information and keep it up to date
    201. Identify factors
    • how to identify and record the following relevant factors for consideration when planning
    ‐ occupiers
    ‐ near neighbours
    ‐ public access
    ‐ site conditions
    ‐ environment considerations
    ‐ vehicular access and egress
    ‐ security and trespass
    ‐ public utilities
    ‐ the potential risks of works impacting in the cultural significance of the historic environment
    ‐ the specific requirements for buildings and structures of traditional (pre 1919) construction or of architectural, historical or archaeological significance
    ‐ sustainability
    ‐ temporary works
    • how to pass on records of factors considered to people who will be affected
    • why it is important to pass considered and recorded factors to people who will be affected
    202. Identify access and egress points
    • how to identify access and egress points for the site and works which are the most convenient for works traffic and which minimise disruption in relation to:
    ‐ current organisational requirements
    ‐ local traffic
    ‐ access and egress control
    ‐ security
    ‐ parking
    ‐ visitors
    ‐ site induction
    ‐ occupiers
    ‐ near neighbours
    ‐ traffic management
    • how to prepare a traffic management plan
    203. Organise resources
    • how to organise and assign the following resources for site preparation
    ‐ people
    ‐ plant, equipment or machinery
    ‐ materials and components
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ Information
    ‐ work area and facilities
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ utility providers
    • how to utilise the resources used in site preparation for project work or tasks
    204. Passing information
    • how to give details about the following proposed work to utility and emergency services
    ‐ new build
    ‐ infrastructure
    ‐ demolition
    ‐ extension
    ‐ alteration
    ‐ refurbishment
    ‐ temporary works
    ‐ installation
    ‐ conservation
    • how to record and provide details on site access and egress, layout, evacuation and hazards to utility and emergency services
    • why it is important to provide details on site access and egress, layout, evacuation and hazards to utility and emergency services
    205. Site safety, welfare and security
    • how to ensure adequate site safety and welfare for the following proposed work is implemented and recorded:
    ‐ new build
    ‐ infrastructure
    ‐ demolition
    ‐ extension
    ‐ alteration
    ‐ refurbishment
    ‐ temporary works
    ‐ installation
    ‐ conservation
    ‐ retrofit works
    • how to ensure adequate site security
    • how to ensure arrangements for health, safety, welfare and security are reviewed as work progresses
    206. environmental protection
    • how to make consideration of relevant factors when arranging site environmental protection
    ‐ occupiers
    ‐ near neighbours
    ‐ public access
    ‐ site conditions
    ‐ environment considerations
    ‐ vehicular access and egress
    ‐ security and trespass
    ‐ public utilities
    ‐ the potential risks of works impacting on the cultural significance of the historic environment
    ‐ the specific requirements for buildings and structures of traditional (pre 1919) construction or of architectural, historical or archaeological significance, heritage issues
    ‐ sustainability
    207. temporary works
    • how to implement and record the procedures and arrangements for temporary works
    • why it is important to implement procedures and arrangements for temporary works
    208. Plan site layout
    • how to plan the site layout to include the following
    ‐ storage
    ‐ temporary accommodation
    ‐ work areas
    ‐ plant
    ‐ temporary services
    ‐ access and egress
    ‐ security
    ‐ continuing use by occupiers
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ pollution control
    ‐ provision for prefabricated components and systems
    ‐ existing fabric
    • how to record the site layout for operational purposes including plans showing resources and materials delivery, storage and waste collection locations and arrangements for recycling and pass information about the plans to the people on the site
    209. Types and location of notices
    • how to record the types and locations of site notices
    • how to ensure the signs comply with current organisational requirements
    210. Position and maintenance of notices
    • how to ensure the notices are positioned correctly
    • how to implement a maintenance schedule
    211. Determine work requirements
    • how to determine work requirements for the following tunnelling activities against the following information sources:
    212. Tunnelling activities
    • mobile plant and machinery operations
    ‐ back up services installation, maintenance or removal
    ‐ spoil removal
    ‐ access equipment erection, maintenance or removal
    ‐ pipejacking operations
    ‐ micro tunnelling operations
    ‐ excavation and installation of supports
    ‐ shaft and tunnel construction
    ‐ tunnel transport
    ‐ spraying concrete lining
    ‐ operating separation plant
    ‐ temporary works
    ‐ lifting loads
    213. Information sources
    • survey reports
    ‐ site investigations
    ‐ drawings
    ‐ schedules and specifications
    ‐ contractual
    ‐ statutory consents
    ‐ risk assessments and method statements
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ records about the competence of people
    ‐ sub-contractor arrangements
    ‐ health, safety and environmental plan
    ‐ material suppliers
    ‐ tunnelling plans
    • who to consult to confirm work requirements
    214. Identify and review influencing factors
    • how to identify and review the following influencing factors:
    ‐ organisational requirements
    ‐ contractual requirements
    ‐ statutory requirements
    ‐ resource allocation
    ‐ working requirements
    ‐ environmental considerations
    ‐ weather conditions
    ‐ ground conditions
    215. prioritise activities
    • how to assess and account for the following influencing factors:
    ‐ organisational requirements
    ‐ contractual requirements
    ‐ statutory requirements
    ‐ resource allocation
    ‐ working requirements
    ‐ environmental considerations
    ‐ weather conditions
    ‐ ground conditions
    • how to prioritise the following tunnelling activities:
    ‐ mobile plant and machinery operations
    ‐ back up services installation, maintenance or removal
    ‐ spoil removal
    ‐ access equipment erection, maintenance or removal
    ‐ pipejacking operations
    ‐ micro tunnelling operations
    ‐ excavation and installation of supports
    ‐ shaft and tunnel construction
    ‐ tunnel transport
    ‐ spraying concrete lining
    ‐ operating separation plant
    ‐ temporary works
    ‐ lifting loads
    • why it is important to prioritise tunnelling activities
    216. Guidance materials
    • how to identify and review the following guidance materials:
    ‐ owner’s manuals
    ‐ log books
    ‐ maintenance schedules and manuals
    ‐ practice guides and specifications
    ‐ current legislation and official guidance
    ‐ organisational procedures
    ‐ historical data
    • why it is important to review influencing factors against guidance materials
    217. Amend priorities
    • how to take account of the following changing circumstances
    ‐ susceptibility to damage
    ‐ safety requirements
    ‐ need to inhibit and respond to deterioration
    ‐ compromised operational effectiveness
    ‐ weather conditions
    ‐ unidentified obstructions
    ‐ meeting current legislation
    ‐ Resources
    ‐ security threats
    ‐ ground conditions
    ‐ face instability
    • how to amend priorities when reviewing the following influencing factors
    ‐ organisational requirements
    ‐ contractual requirements
    ‐ statutory requirements
    ‐ resource allocation
    ‐ working requirements
    ‐ environmental considerations
    ‐ weather conditions
    ‐ ground conditions
    218. Prepare plans and programmes
    • how to prepare plans and programmes for the following tunnelling activities
    ‐ mobile plant and machinery operations
    ‐ back up services installation, maintenance or removal
    ‐ spoil removal
    ‐ access equipment erection, maintenance or removal
    ‐ pipejacking operations
    ‐ micro tunnelling operations
    ‐ excavation and installation of supports
    ‐ shaft and tunnel construction
    ‐ tunnel transport
    ‐ spraying concrete lining
    ‐ operating separation plant
    ‐ temporary works
    ‐ lifting loads
    • how to negotiate and agree plans and programmes with stakeholders
    context
    1. Assess the environmental impact of development proposals
    • Requirements:
    ‐ social and community obligations
    ‐ legal obligations
    ‐ current codes of practice
    ‐ feasibility
    ‐ conditions to be applied to the proposal
    ‐ significant environmental issues and effects
    ‐ examining alternatives
    ‐ proposing appropriate mitigation measures
    • Proposals:
    ‐ individual projects
    ‐ strategic policies, plans and proposals
    • Factors:
    ‐ environmental impact and sustainability
    ‐ quantity
    ‐ quality (including design)
    ‐ cost (including whole life costs/return on investment)
    ‐ time
    ‐ social (community use and adaptability)
    ‐ Programme
    ‐ transport impact minimisation
    • Criteria:
    ‐ primary and secondary effects
    ‐ positive and negative
    ‐ risk and opportunity
    ‐ construction, operation and decommissioning stages
    ‐ temporary, cumulative and permanent
    ‐ short and long term
    • Relevant data:
    ‐ project baseline information
    ‐ survey information
    ‐ relevant standards
    ‐ relevant legal, regulatory and policy requirements
    ‐ historical
    ‐ project
    • Alternative solutions:
    ‐ different locations
    ‐ different sites
    ‐ brownfield development
    ‐ different layouts
    ‐ extending the use of existing resources
    ‐ renewable energy technology
    ‐ use of alternative resources
    ‐ changes to implementation and phasing
    ‐ not carrying out the proposal
    2. Evaluate and present sustainable requirement
    • Goals and priorities:
    ‐ quantity
    ‐ cost (including whole life costs)
    ‐ time
    ‐ development
    ‐ improvement
    ‐ use
    ‐ Maintenance
    ‐ low carbon design
    ‐ environmental impact and sustainability
    ‐ security
    ‐ health and safety
    ‐ logistics
    • Investigate:
    ‐ use of benchmarking tools
    ‐ insurance risk
    ‐ research
    ‐ consultancy advice
    ‐ regulatory advice
    • Economic factors and resources:
    ‐ finance
    ‐ fiscal policy (including carbon tax/incentives)
    ‐ water demand/supply/use minimisation
    ‐ payback/return on investment
    ‐ carbon trading schemes/carbon reduction credits
    ‐ climate change levy agreements
    ‐ workforce (skills)
    ‐ raw materials
    ‐ manufactured systems and component/modular systems
    ‐ energy use/demand minimisation
    ‐ water demand/supply/use minimisation
    ‐ brownfield development
    ‐ land use
    ‐ resource efficient low carbon urban design
    ‐ market demands and social factors
    • Environmental and ecological factors:
    ‐ natural resources
    ‐ emissions (air, land, water)
    ‐ waste and recycling
    ‐ effluent
    ‐ access to environmentally sensitive areas
    ‐ effects of climate change
    ‐ land use contamination
    ‐ carbon use minimisation
    ‐ water use
    ‐ biodiversity
    ‐ renewable energy technology
    ‐ protect archaeological and historically valuable resources
    ‐ transport impact minimisation
    • Social views:
    ‐ client
    ‐ funders/investors
    ‐ workforce
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ users
    ‐ community (including public and private space)
    • Asset value and sustainability:
    ‐ provide capital growth
    ‐ location in relation to a stable economy and community
    ‐ saleable revenue
    ‐ minimising running costs (environmental and economic)
    ‐ minimising maintenance
    ‐ location in relation to flooding/ground conditions
    ‐ energy use/demand minimisation
    ‐ district heating
    3. Identify and evaluate sustainable resources
    • Information sources:
    ‐ desk research of published literature
    ‐ commissioned research
    ‐ consultation with appropriate authorities
    ‐ consultation with colleagues
    • Factors:
    ‐ Nature
    ‐ location
    ‐ continued availability
    ‐ energy use/demand/storage capacity
    ‐ climate change impact
    ‐ carbon use
    ‐ waste
    ‐ water use
    ‐ biodiversity
    • Utilisation:
    ‐ historic use
    ‐ current use
    ‐ anticipated future use
    • Resources:
    ‐ alternative power generation schemes and implications on design and master planning
    ‐ solar, wind, biomass, CHP, photovoltaic, ground source heat pump, air source heat pump, hydrogen; fuel cell)
    ‐ hydro, wave and tidal power
    • Environmental implications:
    ‐ social
    ‐ cultural
    ‐ technical
    ‐ economic (including funding/tax incentives)
    ‐ visual
    ‐ political
    ‐ legal
    • Present:
    ‐ oral
    ‐ written
    ‐ graphically
    ‐ electronically
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ immediate superiors and managers
    ‐ elected representatives
    ‐ public servants
    ‐ shareholders
    4. Allocate budgets
    • Budget headings:
    ‐ income
    ‐ employment costs
    ‐ capital plant and equipment
    ‐ materials
    ‐ liabilities
    ‐ subcontract costs
    ‐ consumables
    • Financial plans:
    ‐ forecasts
    ‐ budgets
    ‐ cash flow
    • Cash flow calculations:
    ‐ income receivable
    ‐ expenditure
    • Contingencies:
    ‐ delays in receivables
    ‐ project and contract delays
    ‐ interruptions
    ‐ risk
    • Variances:
    ‐ overspend
    ‐ underspend
    5. Prepare and agree entitlement for reimbursement for loss and expense
    • Entitlement - resulting from:
    ‐ measurement
    ‐ valuation of variations
    ‐ liability for costs
    ‐ loss and expense arising from breaches of contract
    ‐ extensions of time
    ‐ damages arising from extra-contractual consideration
    • Expert opinion:
    ‐ legal
    ‐ technical
    ‐ financial
    • Information sources:
    ‐ contract provisions
    ‐ contract claims for payment
    ‐ dimensions and approximations from latest revisions of contract drawings
    ‐ records of executed work
    ‐ inspections of work in progress
    ‐ contract documents
    ‐ day work
    ‐ agreed contract quantities
    ‐ agreed contract rates of payment
    ‐ agreed methods of calculation
    ‐ variations issued
    ‐ contract records
    ‐ site records including photographs
    ‐ company accounts
    • Costs:
    ‐ re-work
    ‐ additional work
    ‐ programme implications
    ‐ increased complexity
    ‐ logistical implications
    • Analyse:
    ‐ claimant's analysis
    ‐ respondent's analysis
    6. Control projects against quality standards
    • Quality standards:
    ‐ statutory requirements
    ‐ project specifications
    ‐ British Standards
    ‐ International Standards
    ‐ codes of practice
    ‐ organisation standards
    ‐ trade advisory guidance and best practice
    ‐ setting out information
    ‐ benchmarks
    ‐ dimensional control checks
    ‐ certification and accreditation of products, systems and personnel
    • Project team:
    ‐ client
    ‐ workforce
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ partners in the programme
    • Systems:
    ‐ inspection and test plans
    ‐ implementing corrective action
    ‐ records
    ‐ comparison with standard documentation
    ‐ comparison with manufacturer's documentation
    ‐ meetings
    ‐ contractors' reports
    ‐ site inspection reports
    ‐ dimension checks
    ‐ supply chain management
    ‐ audits
    7. Ensure project compliance with legal and contractual requirements
    • Legal, contractual and industry standards requirements and responsibilities for:
    ‐ planning approvals and conditions
    ‐ building regulations
    ‐ environmental health
    ‐ health, safety and welfare
    ‐ environment (e.g. noise, dust, transport, emissions, waste management)
    ‐ compliance for new products & technologies
    ‐ certificates & accreditation on products, systems and personnel
    ‐ fire
    ‐ utilities
    ‐ highways
    ‐ heritage and conservation
    ‐ ecology
    ‐ development licenses and building permits
    ‐ employment practice
    ‐ community benefits
    ‐ bylaws
    ‐ non-statutory guidelines
    ‐ energy
    ‐ insurance
    ‐ warranties
    ‐ project activities
    ‐ security
    • Project team:
    ‐ client
    ‐ workforce
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ partners in the programme
    • Monitoring systems:
    ‐ inspection and test plans
    ‐ implementing corrective action
    ‐ records
    ‐ audits
    ‐ comparison with design requirements
    ‐ comparison with standard documentation
    ‐ checking manufacturers' documentation
    ‐ checking delivery notes
    ‐ sampling
    ‐ testing
    ‐ site inspection reports
    ‐ contractors' reports
    ‐ meetings
    ‐ dimension checks
    ‐ supply chain management
    • Corrective action:
    ‐ instigate contingency action
    ‐ restore compliance
    ‐ agree waiver
    8. Control project progress against agreed programme
    • Information:
    ‐ inspection and testing
    ‐ resource records
    ‐ site inspection reports
    ‐ contractors' reports
    ‐ certified payments
    ‐ written, graphical and electronic records of actual work against programmed work
    ‐ photographs
    ‐ meetings
    ‐ organisational procedures
    ‐ management reports
    ‐ benchmarks
    ‐ comparison with project requirements
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ schedule of deliverables
    ‐ supply chain management
    • Programmes:
    ‐ digital timeline model
    ‐ bar charts
    ‐ flow charts
    ‐ network analysis
    ‐ critical path
    ‐ line of balance
    ‐ time chainage
    ‐ action lists
    ‐ method statements
    ‐ check costs
    ‐ control systems
    ‐ as built programme
    ‐ project expenditure forecasts
    • Resources:
    ‐ people
    ‐ plant and equipment
    ‐ materials and components
    ‐ finance
    ‐ time
    ‐ specialist services
    ‐ public utility services
    ‐ Information
    • Project team:
    ‐ client
    ‐ workforce
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ partners in the programme
    ‐ facilities/asset manager
    • Deviations:
    ‐ resource shortages
    ‐ design problems and constraints
    ‐ industrial disputes
    ‐ lack of essential construction information
    ‐ construction errors and rework
    ‐ weather conditions
    ‐ physical constraints
    ‐ legal
    ‐ environmental
    ‐ poor scope definition
    ‐ contract variation
    ‐ force majeure
    • Quantify:
    ‐ method study
    ‐ work study
    ‐ production analysis
    ‐ cost implication
    • Corrective action:
    ‐ restore progress in accordance with agreed programme
    ‐ agree new completion dates
    ‐ secure additional resources
    ‐ alter planned work
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ the client
    ‐ prospective occupiers/owners
    ‐ prospective users
    ‐ regulatory authorities
    ‐ government agencies
    ‐ public interest organisations
    ‐ public utilities
    9. Control project value and costs
    • Project cost control systems:
    ‐ contractual procedures and meetings
    ‐ operational procedures and meetings
    ‐ open book accounting
    ‐ electronic recording
    • Value and cost data:
    ‐ materials and quantities
    ‐ plant and equipment
    ‐ people
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ dayworks
    ‐ periodic valuations
    ‐ final accounts
    ‐ retention sums
    ‐ forecasts of expenditure
    ‐ performance information
    ‐ indirect costs
    ‐ variations
    ‐ contract programme and progress
    • Corrective action:
    ‐ contract programme and progress
    ‐ control expenditure to conform with budgets
    ‐ agree additional costs
    ‐ make a contract claim
    ‐ mitigation strategy
    • Project team:
    ‐ client
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ partners in the programme
    • Opportunities for cost saving:
    ‐ increase productivity
    ‐ waste reduction and management
    ‐ modify project management systems
    ‐ resource management and logistics
    ‐ applications of new technologies and materials
    ‐ energy management
    ‐ water
    ‐ recycling/materials
    ‐ alternative sources and types of materials
    ‐ reduce plant and labour resource
    ‐ variations in quality
    ‐ standardisation
    ‐ value engineering
    ‐ apply lean construction principles
    ‐ design out waste
    ‐ lean manufacturing principles
    ‐ offsite construction
    10. Manage your own resources and undertake continuing personal development in the occupational practice area
    • Development plan includes:
    ‐ priorities
    ‐ target dates
    ‐ development activities
    • Development activities:
    ‐ formal courses
    ‐ research
    ‐ work experience
    ‐ personal study
    ‐ work shadowing/secondment
    ‐ mentoring including professional discussions
    ‐ developing personal networks
    ‐ publications
    • Aims and objectives:
    ‐ preparation for career development
    ‐ intellectual challenge
    ‐ need to provide evidence of vocational competence
    ‐ compliance with employer and professional requirements
    ‐ awareness of development needs
    ‐ developing personal networks
    • Personal development:
    ‐ development of new competence
    ‐ maintenance of existing competence
    ‐ improvements of existing competence
    ‐ commitment to vocational excellence
    • Sources of support and guidance:
    ‐ national/industry bodies
    ‐ Professional Institutions
    ‐ education and training providers
    ‐ in house
    ‐ national occupational standards
    ‐ current publications
    ‐ benchmarks
    ‐ mentoring
    • Standards of competence:
    ‐ job descriptions and personal specification
    ‐ professional institution requirements
    ‐ national occupational standards
    11. Enable people and yourself to learn and benefit from practice experience
    • People:
    ‐ colleagues
    ‐ junior colleagues
    ‐ trainees and students
    ‐ potential entrants to the industry
    • Opportunities and resources:
    ‐ paid time
    ‐ personal time
    ‐ office
    ‐ site
    ‐ collaboration with others
    • Knowledge and practice:
    ‐ lessons from own experience
    ‐ lessons from others experience
    ‐ published sources
    • Learning techniques and methods:
    ‐ attending training and educational programmes
    ‐ coaching
    ‐ mentoring
    ‐ instructing
    ‐ agreeing work based learning opportunities
    ‐ performance appraisal
    ‐ work shadowing/secondments
    12. Identify and assess hazards, and identify risks
    • Clients:
    ‐ customers
    ‐ owners
    ‐ users
    ‐ occupiers
    • Relevant health, safety and welfare regulations and legal framework:
    ‐ current health, safety and welfare regulations
    ‐ Construction and Building Regulations
    ‐ international law, standards and practice
    ‐ contract and procurement
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ CDM co-ordinator (or recognised body under the CDM code of practice)
    ‐ other designers
    ‐ advisors
    ‐ clients
    ‐ construction managers
    ‐ contractors and specialist contractors
    • Hazards:
    ‐ working at height
    ‐ slips, trips and falls (same height)
    ‐ debris
    ‐ falling or moving objects
    ‐ incorrect manual handling
    ‐ health issues
    ‐ power sources
    ‐ hazardous substances
    ‐ trapped by something collapsing or overturning
    ‐ confined spaces
    ‐ fire
    ‐ obstructions
    ‐ moving vehicles
    ‐ water
    ‐ lack of security/breaches
    ‐ sector or context specific
    • Consequences:
    ‐ injuring people
    ‐ causing ill health
    ‐ damaging property
    ‐ adversely affecting the natural and built environment
    ‐ contravening legislative requirements
    ‐ litigation and prosecution
    ‐ causing adverse publicity/perception
    ‐ working conditions and circumstances, buildability
    ‐ alienating workforce/team members
    ‐ economic and business factors (positive or negative)
    ‐ language barriers
    • Operations and individual activities during:
    ‐ site establishment
    ‐ constructing (infrastructure, structure, building fabric, prefabrication, finishes, services and equipment, landscape, temporary works)
    ‐ using and operating plant and machinery
    ‐ cleaning
    ‐ maintaining
    ‐ altering
    ‐ demolition
    ‐ commissioning and decommissioning
    ‐ refurbishing
    ‐ proximity to existing services and obstructions
    • Assess:
    ‐ likelihood of occurrence
    ‐ severity of harm incurred
    • Significance of risks:
    ‐ common
    ‐ generic
    ‐ not obvious to a competent contractor or designer
    ‐ likely to be difficult to manage effectively
    13. Make design choices to reduce health and safety risks
    • Hazards:
    ‐ working at height
    ‐ slips, trips and falls (same height)
    ‐ debris
    ‐ falling or moving objects
    ‐ incorrect manual handling
    ‐ health issues
    ‐ power sources
    ‐ hazardous substances
    ‐ trapped by something collapsing or overturning
    ‐ confined spaces
    ‐ fire
    ‐ obstructions
    ‐ moving vehicles
    ‐ water
    ‐ lack of security/breaches
    ‐ sector or context specific
    • Developing and modifying design:
    ‐ identifying project requirements
    ‐ planning
    ‐ investigation
    ‐ verifying competence and resources
    ‐ analysis
    ‐ identifying interactions
    ‐ calculation
    ‐ testing
    ‐ selecting materials, components and systems
    ‐ assessing costs & benefits (including life cycle)
    ‐ detailing and specifying
    ‐ assessing buildability
    • Measures:
    ‐ control at sources
    ‐ cumulative protection
    ‐ manage residual risks
    • Risks:
    ‐ common
    ‐ generic
    ‐ not obvious to a competent contractor or designer
    ‐ likely to be difficult to manage effectively
    • Relevant health and safety regulations and guidelines:
    ‐ current health, safety and welfare regulations
    ‐ Construction and Building Regulations
    ‐ international law, standards and practice
    ‐ codes of practice
    ‐ industry guides
    • Other people involved:
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ cleaners
    ‐ maintainers
    ‐ owners
    ‐ users
    • Design documentation:
    ‐ drawings
    ‐ specifications
    ‐ models
    ‐ calculations
    ‐ Health and safety plans and files
    14. Manage the design process
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ the client
    ‐ CDM Coordinator (or recognised body under the CDM code of practice)
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ potential contractors
    ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ regulatory authorities
    ‐ facilities/asset maintenance managers
    ‐ users
    ‐ general public
    ‐ site visitors
    • Project Stages:
    ‐ Stage 4 (Design)
    ‐ Stage 5 (Build and Commission)
    • Format:
    ‐ in writing
    ‐ graphically
    ‐ electronically
    • Parts of the overall project design:
    ‐ location and size
    ‐ assembly and construction/installation
    ‐ components and systems
    ‐ specification
    ‐ environmental assessment objectives
    • Maintain coherence and consistency:
    ‐ visual and spatial
    ‐ functional performance
    ‐ technical performance
    ‐ quality
    ‐ requirements of relevant legislation and codes
    ‐ obsolescence/design life
    ‐ cost
    ‐ health and safety
    ‐ environmental factors
    ‐ sustainability
    ‐ buildability/disassembly
    ‐ maintenance/operation and use
    ‐ value management
    ‐ concurrent design and construction
    ‐ minimise emissions and waste
    ‐ energy use (U value calculations, Building Energy Assessment. carbon rating)
    ‐ protect archaeological and historically valuable resources
    ‐ carbon footprint
    ‐ grey water usage
    ‐ risk/confidence in information
    • Techniques:
    ‐ data research
    ‐ comparison with regulations
    ‐ specialist guidance and best practice
    ‐ relevant previous solutions and feedback
    ‐ computer modelling
    ‐ Building Information Modelling
    ‐ calculation
    ‐ lifetime impact modelling
    ‐ maintain risk register
    ‐ performance dynamic modelling
    ‐ comparison of costs of new and renewable energy
    15. Ensure that forms of contract are prepared
    • Forms of contract:
    ‐ standard
    ‐ non standard
    • Form of procurement:
    ‐ competitive tender
    ‐ non-competitive
    • Drafted:
    ‐ allocation of risks and responsibilities
    ‐ structure of contract
    ‐ key instructions
    ‐ legal factors
    ‐ business standing orders
    ‐ fair and prompt payment arrangements
    16. Ensure that the contract is negotiated and agreed
    • Obligations:
    ‐ insurances
    ‐ bonds
    ‐ warranties
    ‐ statutory
    ‐ financial guarantees
    ‐ competence of people
    ‐ deliverables
    • Contracts - type:
    ‐ standard
    ‐ non-standard
    • Amendments:
    ‐ allocation of risks and responsibilities
    ‐ structure of contract
    ‐ key instructions
    ‐ legal factors
    • Contract documents:
    ‐ invitation to tender
    ‐ forms of tender
    ‐ returns procedures
    ‐ specifications
    ‐ survey reports
    ‐ drawings and schedules
    ‐ bills of quantities/schedules of rates
    ‐ health and safety plans
    ‐ scope of services
    ‐ terms and conditions
    • Legal requirements:
    ‐ statutes
    ‐ regulations
    ‐ codes of practice and procedure
    ‐ common law
    17. Select and agree procurement strategies
    • Procurement objectives and criteria:
    ‐ type and form of contract
    ‐ definition and coverage of required project services
    ‐ alignment of interests and benefits
    ‐ early participation of key suppliers
    ‐ risk allocation
    ‐ integrated project insurance
    ‐ Building Information Modelling protocols
    ‐ economic, political and social context
    ‐ funding sources
    ‐ degree of commercial and financial risk
    ‐ agreed payment procedures
    ‐ whole life principles
    ‐ best overall value
    ‐ timescales/sequencing
    ‐ environmental benefits and sustainability
    ‐ community benefit
    • Procurement methods:
    ‐ managed forms of construction
    ‐ design and build
    ‐ traditional
    ‐ Public, Private Partnership
    ‐ prime contracting
    ‐ partnering
    ‐ advisory
    ‐ sole source/single negotiations
    ‐ competitive tendering
    ‐ early contractor involvement
    ‐ service level agreement
    • Legal and industry requirements:
    ‐ common law
    ‐ contract law
    ‐ EU directives on procurement
    ‐ codes of practice and procedures
    • Implementation procedures:
    ‐ tendering process
    ‐ tender evaluation
    ‐ award recommendation
    ‐ contract award
    18. Establish project team arrangements
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ the client
    ‐ the client’s financial advisers
    ‐ CDM coordinator or recognised body under the CDM code of practice
    ‐ design consultants
    ‐ potential contractors
    ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ facilities/asset managers
    ‐ potential investors
    ‐ funding agencies
    ‐ independent client adviser
    ‐ user groups
    • Type of project work:
    ‐ design
    ‐ construction
    ‐ services
    ‐ supply
    ‐ operate and maintain
    ‐ management
    ‐ decommissioning
    • Objectives:
    ‐ business case for integration
    ‐ commitment to multi-discipline partnering (whole supply chain)
    ‐ minimum on-site construction period
    ‐ certainty of completion
    ‐ minimum whole life cost
    ‐ sustainable solution
    ‐ agreed maximum cost
    ‐ zero defects
    ‐ respect for people (including health, safety, welfare and the environment)
    ‐ agree quality
    ‐ working to budget
    ‐ effective work scheduling
    ‐ Building Information Modelling
    ‐ adoption of industry guidance and benchmarking
    ‐ sharing knowledge and information
    • Selection criteria:
    ‐ cost
    ‐ quality
    ‐ time
    ‐ organisational experience
    ‐ performance measurement
    ‐ health, safety and welfare record
    ‐ environmental record
    ‐ staff competence and development
    ‐ commitment to integration/partnering
    ‐ commitment to Building Information Modelling
    ‐ social inclusivity record
    • Information:
    ‐ administration details
    ‐ scope of work
    ‐ budget
    ‐ information required from partners
    ‐ selection criteria and weightings
    • Capability:
    ‐ information modelling
    ‐ organisational experience
    ‐ performance measurement
    ‐ health, safety and welfare record
    ‐ environmental record
    ‐ staff competence and development
    ‐ commitment to integration/partnering
    ‐ commitment to BIM capability
    ‐ availability of appropriate resources
    19. Recommend and agree a form of contract
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ the client
    ‐ the client’s financial advisers
    ‐ CDM coordinator or recognised body under CDM code of practice
    ‐ design consultants
    ‐ potential contractors
    ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ facilities/asset managers
    ‐ potential investors
    ‐ funding agencies
    ‐ independent client adviser
    ‐ user groups
    • Criteria for selecting:
    ‐ client’s needs and requirements
    ‐ form of procurement
    ‐ degree of risk
    ‐ technical complexity
    ‐ project partnering
    ‐ sector practice
    • Form of contract:
    ‐ standard
    ‐ non standard
    • Type of project work:
    ‐ design
    ‐ construction
    ‐ services
    ‐ management
    ‐ operate and maintenance
    ‐ decommissioning
    20. Evaluate potential implications for the resolution of disputes
    • Dispute - types:
    ‐ land
    ‐ property
    ‐ construction
    ‐ contracts
    ‐ agreements
    ‐ third party claims
    • Information which is relevant to the dispute:
    ‐ contract documents
    ‐ correspondence
    ‐ instructions
    ‐ contract records
    ‐ technical reports
    ‐ witness testimony
    ‐ other evidential material
    ‐ expert opinion
    • Expertise and support in:
    ‐ legal
    ‐ technical
    ‐ financial
    • Options and processes for settling the dispute:
    ‐ re-negotiation
    ‐ negotiations at higher levels of authority
    ‐ mediation, adjudication and arbitration
    ‐ formal dispute resolution
    ‐ legal action
    21. Negotiate and progress the resolution of disputes
    • Dispute - types:
    ‐ land
    ‐ property
    ‐ construction
    ‐ contracts
    ‐ agreements
    ‐ third party claims
    • Options and processes for settling the dispute:
    ‐ re-negotiation
    ‐ negotiations at higher levels of authority
    ‐ mediation, adjudication and arbitration
    ‐ formal dispute resolution
    ‐ legal action
    • Reactions and proposals:
    ‐ positive
    ‐ negative
    • Responses:
    ‐ accepting
    ‐ rejecting
    ‐ clarifying
    ‐ providing additional information
    22. Evaluate project whole life and low carbon costs
    • Energy goals and priorities:
    ‐ energy sources and infrastructure
    ‐ energy consumption
    ‐ low carbon targets
    ‐ use of renewable resources
    ‐ use of non-renewable resources
    ‐ energy reduction programmes
    ‐ heat recovery and re-use energy efficient technologies
    ‐ energy efficient practices
    • Project Stage:
    ‐ Stage 0 (Strategy)
    ‐ Stage 1 (Brief)
    ‐ Stage 2 (Concept)
    ‐ Stage 3 (Definition)
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ the client
    ‐ financial advisers
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ potential contractors
    ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ potential investors
    ‐ partners in the development programme
    ‐ facilities/asset managers
    • Whole life costs and low carbon cost:
    ‐ energy sources and infrastructure
    ‐ design stage
    ‐ materials and components (including embodied energy)
    ‐ construction and installation
    ‐ energy use
    ‐ grey water usage
    ‐ operations/maintenance
    ‐ adaptation/demolition/decommissioning
    • Assess and quantify:
    ‐ cost benefit analysis
    ‐ whole life
    ‐ life cycle costing
    ‐ lifetime impact modelling
    ‐ in-use asset performance
    ‐ carbon accounting
    ‐ value management feasibility studies
    ‐ elemental cost planning
    ‐ risk management
    ‐ cost effective out-performance of statutory requirements
    ‐ decision tools for passive/active systems
    ‐ model costs of alternative designs
    • Present:
    ‐ orally
    ‐ in writing
    ‐ graphically
    ‐ electronically
    ‐ simulation
    23. Assess and provide for the conservation of energy use
    • Criteria:
    ‐ carbon dioxide emissions
    ‐ efficiency of construction
    ‐ efficiency of building services and installation
    ‐ u values
    ‐ continuity of insulation
    ‐ air leakage
    • Property and systems:
    ‐ new development
    ‐ existing development
    • Information:
    ‐ building type
    ‐ building size and capacity
    ‐ current energy usage
    ‐ building fabric
    ‐ building heating, lighting and ventilation
    • Gathered and recorded:
    ‐ design proposals
    ‐ measured survey
    ‐ condition survey
    ‐ energy measurement and assessment tools
    24. Agree and implement systems with suppliers and services
    • Systems:
    ‐ manual
    ‐ electronic
    ‐ Building Information Modelling
    ‐ TQM systems
    ‐ design
    ‐ commercial
    ‐ health and safety
    ‐ environmental
    ‐ time management
    ‐ open book forms linked to outcomes
    ‐ agreed payment procedure
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ the client
    ‐ the client’s financial advisers
    ‐ design consultants
    ‐ potential contractors
    ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ facilities/asset managers
    ‐ potential investors
    ‐ funding agencies
    ‐ independent client adviser
    ‐ user groups
    25. Monitor and control arrangements for strategic sourcing
    • Monitoring - methods:
    ‐ in-house reporting
    ‐ consultant
    • Those who are affected:
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ users
    26. Evaluate pre-qualification of tenderers
    • Procurement strategy:
    ‐ estimate
    ‐ open competitive tender
    ‐ two stage tender
    ‐ â€˜two envelope’ tender
    ‐ selected list tender
    ‐ negotiated
    ‐ bid
    ‐ design and build
    ‐ design, build, finance and operate
    • Tenderers:
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ sub/works/trade contractors
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ consultants
    • Regulatory requirements:
    ‐ compulsory competitive tendering
    ‐ international
    ‐ in-house
    ‐ national
    ‐ local
    • Evidence:
    ‐ documentary
    ‐ references
    ‐ interview
    • Selection criteria:
    ‐ quality of delivery record
    ‐ added value (including past performance)
    ‐ acceptability of known sub-contracting arrangements & supply chain organisation
    ‐ acceptability to client
    ‐ financial resources
    ‐ credit rating
    ‐ references from previous clients and bankers
    ‐ health, safety and welfare record
    ‐ competence of people
    ‐ Building Information Modelling capability
    ‐ systems compatibility
    ‐ resources (human, materials, facilities)
    ‐ insurance
    ‐ environmental record
    ‐ design quality and costing
    ‐ innovation record
    ‐ local economic benefit
    27. Obtain bids and tenders
    • Procurement information and documents:
    ‐ invitation to tender
    ‐ form of tender
    ‐ returns procedure
    ‐ surveys
    ‐ models
    ‐ graphical and non-graphical electronic data files
    ‐ drawings, schedules and programmes
    ‐ bills of quantities
    ‐ health, safety and welfare record
    ‐ environmental record
    ‐ scope of services
    ‐ terms and conditions
    ‐ schedules of rates
    ‐ evaluation criteria and procedures
    • Tenderers:
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ sub/works/trade contractors
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ consultants
    • Queries:
    ‐ errors
    ‐ omissions
    ‐ ambiguities
    • Amendments:
    ‐ extension to tender period
    ‐ changes resulting from queries
    28. Analyse and select successful bids and tenders and negotiate changes
    • Regulatory requirements:
    ‐ statutes
    ‐ regulations
    ‐ codes of practice and procedure
    • Criteria:
    ‐ quality and delivery record
    ‐ technical viability
    ‐ financial viability
    ‐ timescale
    ‐ Resources
    ‐ cost (budgets, rates)
    ‐ loading and cash flow
    ‐ policies which offer added value
    ‐ comparative criteria (benchmarking)
    ‐ weighting
    ‐ organisational policies
    ‐ regulatory requirements
    ‐ competence of people
    ‐ Building Information Modelling capability
    ‐ information delivery
    ‐ design quality and costing
    ‐ community benefits
    ‐ best whole life value
    ‐ open book accounting
    • Tenderers:
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ sub/works/trade contractors
    ‐ suppliers
    ‐ consultants
    • Variations, adjustments and corrections:
    ‐ price
    ‐ quantity
    ‐ quality
    ‐ standards
    ‐ logistics
    ‐ completion
    ‐ Maintenance
    ‐ after sales service
    ‐ method of payment
    ‐ contract conditions
    ‐ scope of service
    ‐ terms and conditions
    ‐ client amendment
    29. Identify and resource the development of new products and services to meet market needs
    • The organisation’s operations:
    ‐ new and innovative services, products and processes (benefits and features)
    ‐ information management systems
    ‐ customer requirements
    ‐ communications with potential customers and partners
    ‐ legal requirements and statutory legislation
    ‐ past and future negotiations
    ‐ specifications
    ‐ pricing strategy
    ‐ recording systems
    ‐ time schedules
    ‐ quality
    ‐ identification of competitors
    ‐ target markets
    ‐ training
    • Strengths and weaknesses:
    ‐ market share
    ‐ scope of products and services
    ‐ availability of resources
    ‐ working practices
    ‐ productivity
    ‐ profitability and cost factors
    ‐ corporate values
    ‐ environmental impact
    ‐ energy performance
    ‐ socio-economic factors
    ‐ ability to innovate
    ‐ efficiency of systems (including information technology)
    ‐ product life-cycle
    ‐ understanding of client's needs
    ‐ standardisation
    ‐ competence of staff
    • Analysis - methods:
    ‐ feasibility studies
    ‐ SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats) analyses
    ‐ feedback
    • Products and services:
    ‐ design
    ‐ finance
    ‐ build
    ‐ operate
    ‐ research, development and innovation
    ‐ technological
    ‐ consultation
    ‐ advisory
    ‐ project management
    • Resources:
    ‐ people (knowledge, training, competence)
    ‐ plant and equipment
    ‐ materials
    ‐ sub-contractors and suppliers
    ‐ partners
    ‐ external services
    ‐ financial resources
    ‐ accommodation
    30. Develop and implement a marketing strategy
    • Present image and reputation of the organisation:
    ‐ market share
    ‐ scope of products and services
    ‐ availability of resources
    ‐ working practices
    ‐ productivity
    ‐ profitability and cost factors
    ‐ corporate values
    ‐ environmental impact
    ‐ socio-economic factors
    • Information gathering system:
    ‐ organisation sources
    ‐ external sources
    ‐ customer feedback
    ‐ specialists
    ‐ market research
    • Marketing and promotion:
    ‐ branding
    ‐ corporate image
    ‐ professional networks
    ‐ sponsorship
    ‐ publications
    ‐ samples
    ‐ relation with press and media
    ‐ advertising policies
    ‐ direct and indirect client and customer relations
    ‐ presentations
    ‐ e-commerce
    ‐ delivery
    • Potential new business opportunities:
    ‐ products and services
    ‐ developments and projects
    ‐ customers and markets
    • Monitoring:
    ‐ market share
    ‐ levels of resource allocation
    ‐ profitability
    ‐ reputation
    ‐ image
    31. Develop and maintain a policy to maximise client and customer satisfaction
    • Clients and customers:
    ‐ individuals
    ‐ external organisations
    ‐ departments or teams
    • Client and customer service:
    ‐ quality
    ‐ timescales
    ‐ cost
    ‐ communication and involvement in decision making
    ‐ conduct
    ‐ pre-contract
    ‐ post-contract
    ‐ after care
    • Policy:
    ‐ relationships with clients
    ‐ statutory rights and the organisational response
    ‐ operational expectations and performance
    ‐ policy regarding adherence to current norms of business ethics and practice
    ‐ environmental concerns
    32. Assess and manage project risks and opportunities
    • Project information:
    ‐ environmental
    ‐ statutory and legal requirements
    ‐ client, user and community requirements
    ‐ construction and technical requirements
    ‐ site constraints
    ‐ finance, procurement and contract
    ‐ quality
    ‐ cost
    ‐ Programme
    • Risks:
    ‐ health, safety and welfare
    ‐ site environment
    ‐ management and workforce experience
    ‐ information management and project stage decision making
    ‐ complexity and scope
    ‐ consents
    ‐ team composition
    ‐ project costs
    ‐ impact on business
    ‐ technical considerations
    ‐ Programme
    ‐ contract form
    ‐ availability of resources
    ‐ maintenance and communication of information
    ‐ innovation
    ‐ poor quality
    ‐ impact on natural and built environment
    ‐ impact of users; public and third parties
    ‐ impact on community
    ‐ impact of political risk
    ‐ resource scarcity
    • Opportunities:
    ‐ impact on the natural and built environment
    ‐ impact on users, public and third parties
    ‐ improved quality
    ‐ improved procurement
    ‐ programme reduction
    ‐ specification change
    ‐ business benefit
    ‐ profitability
    ‐ scope reduction
    ‐ sustainable development
    • Risk management methods and procedures:
    ‐ risk identification
    ‐ risk assessment
    ‐ prevention, reduction and protection
    ‐ risk register
    • Resources:
    ‐ people
    ‐ materials, plant and equipment
    ‐ finance
    ‐ time
    ‐ specialist services
    ‐ utility services
    ‐ Information
    33. Develop and maintain systems for managing health, safety and welfare
    • Culture of health, safety & welfare:
    ‐ personal values, attitudes and behaviours
    ‐ communicating and passing on information
    ‐ accident and incident reporting
    ‐ giving and receiving feedback
    ‐ situational awareness
    ‐ recognising and responding to potential changes
    ‐ materials, plant and equipment and their constraints and failure points
    • Organisation and statutory requirements:
    ‐ construction specific health, safety and welfare regulations
    ‐ general health, safety and welfare legislation
    ‐ recognised industry codes of practice
    ‐ organisational procedures
    ‐ safety audit
    ‐ health and safety plans
    • Equipment and resources:
    ‐ protective clothing
    ‐ protective equipment
    ‐ first aid facilities
    ‐ welfare facilities
    ‐ storage and security of materials and equipment
    ‐ waste management
    ‐ fire fighting equipment
    ‐ provision of health, safety and welfare training
    ‐ hazard warnings
    • Specific project requirements:
    ‐ contract
    ‐ organisational policy
    ‐ site, construction, induction and installation operations
    ‐ risk assessments
    ‐ demolition
    ‐ control of nuisance (e.g. noise, dust, transport and waste management)
    ‐ language
    ‐ first-aid arrangements
    ‐ statutory notices
    ‐ accident and incident reporting
    34. Establish and manage project team activities
    • Project team:
    ‐ client
    ‐ design and development consultants
    ‐ potential contractors
    ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ partners in the development programme
    ‐ facilities/asset managers
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ the client
    ‐ prospective occupiers/owners
    ‐ local community
    ‐ regulatory authorities
    ‐ government agencies
    ‐ facilities/asset managers
    • Requirements of the development brief and schedule:
    ‐ key decision stages
    ‐ objectives and targets
    ‐ scheduling and timetabling
    ‐ statutory deadlines
    ‐ team meetings
    ‐ procurement
    ‐ concurrent design and construction
    ‐ levels of design refinement at key decision stages
    ‐ level of risk/confidence
    • Communication:
    ‐ orally
    ‐ written
    ‐ electronically
    • Methods for project development, evaluation, modification, monitoring and updating:
    ‐ responsibilities
    ‐ format
    ‐ content
    ‐ indexing
    ‐ distribution
    ‐ reviewing
    ‐ resolving conflicts
    ‐ revising
    ‐ quality control/assurance
    ‐ storage
    ‐ security
    ‐ retrieval
    ‐ statutory approval
    ‐ integration of data
    ‐ Building Information Modelling
    • Investigation:
    ‐ documentary search
    ‐ investigative research
    ‐ site investigation
    ‐ consultation with stakeholders
    ‐ physical/virtual models
    ‐ insurance risk/opportunities associated with new technology
    ‐ adaptation and mitigation
    35. Implement project organisation and communication systems
    • Organisational and communication needs:
    ‐ site management
    ‐ site/head office interface
    ‐ contract administration
    ‐ health, safety, and welfare
    ‐ environmental strategy
    ‐ Common Data Environment (CDE)
    ‐ team working
    ‐ design information management
    ‐ Building Information Modelling
    • Information about people’s roles and responsibilities:
    ‐ individual job descriptions, responsibilities and competence
    ‐ organisation charts
    ‐ contractual arrangements
    ‐ team
    ‐ skills, training and development
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ clients
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ third parties including public
    ‐ utility providers
    ‐ emergency services
    ‐ people working on site
    ‐ site visitors
    ‐ statutory authorities
    ‐ off-site manufacturing/suppliers
    ‐ facility/asset managers
    • Methods of communicating, reporting, recording and retrieving:
    ‐ oral
    ‐ written
    ‐ graphic
    ‐ electronic
    • Resources:
    ‐ people
    ‐ plant and equipment
    ‐ materials and components
    ‐ sub-contractors
    ‐ information (digital models, drawings, graphical & non-graphical electronic data files)
    ‐ work area and facilities
    36. Obtain and evaluate project feedback information and make improvements
    • Improvements from feedback:
    ‐ management procedures
    ‐ client, design and construction team performance
    ‐ working arrangements
    ‐ formal and informal communications
    ‐ quality assurance and control
    ‐ design and technical appraisal
    ‐ operational appraisal
    ‐ performance in use
    ‐ energy use
    ‐ benchmarking
    ‐ sustainability
    ‐ post project review
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ the design team
    ‐ CDM co-ordinator (or recognised body under the CDM code of practice)
    ‐ specialist consultants
    ‐ the client
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ site inspectorate
    ‐ users
    ‐ managing agents
    ‐ stakeholders
    ‐ facility/asset managers
    • Feedback information:
    ‐ contract documentation
    ‐ project documentation
    ‐ organisational documentation
    ‐ standard communication details
    ‐ user feedback
    ‐ specification amendments
    ‐ product information
    ‐ government and statutory publications
    ‐ research and advisory data
    ‐ periodicals and abstracts
    • Methods and sources:
    ‐ project records and documentation
    ‐ Building Information Modelling
    ‐ application and methodology
    ‐ open book accounting
    ‐ site inspections
    ‐ scientific research and data
    ‐ studies of performance in use
    ‐ meetings
    ‐ questionnaires
    ‐ reports
    ‐ warranty claims
    ‐ Post Construction Evaluation (PCE)
    ‐ Post Occupancy Evaluation (POE)
    • Databases:
    ‐ manual files
    ‐ Building Information Model object library
    ‐ model templates
    ‐ standard drawings
    ‐ specifications
    ‐ pro-forma
    ‐ on-line
    ‐ quality management systems
    37. Select and form a project team
    • Team Resources:
    ‐ management
    ‐ technical staff
    ‐ specialist sub-contractors
    ‐ specialist services
    ‐ workforce
    • Significant factors:
    ‐ location
    ‐ cost
    ‐ time
    ‐ skills, experience and knowledge required and availability
    ‐ training and development requirements
    ‐ impact of new technology processes and materials on skills
    ‐ diversity
    ‐ language
    ‐ accreditation requirements
    • Rules and formalities:
    ‐ contractual
    ‐ statutory
    ‐ recognised industry processes
    ‐ organisational processes
    ‐ certification of competence
    38. Develop and maintain working relationships
    • Working relationships:
    ‐ formal (contractual and statutory)
    ‐ informal
    • People:
    ‐ clients and customers
    ‐ employers
    ‐ employees
    ‐ statutory & regulatory bodies
    ‐ users and community groups
    ‐ contractors
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ partners
    ‐ near neighbours
    ‐ occupiers
    ‐ general public
    ‐ people with specific access and communication needs
    ‐ suppliers of products and services
    ‐ government agencies
    ‐ non-English speakers
    • Promote goodwill, trust and respect:
    ‐ demonstrating a duty of care
    ‐ ethical relationships
    ‐ professional independence
    ‐ honouring promises and undertakings
    ‐ honest relationships
    ‐ constructive relationships
    ‐ equal opportunities
    ‐ acknowledge diversity
    • Inform, offer advice, present and clarify:
    ‐ orally
    ‐ in writing
    ‐ using graphics
    ‐ electronically
    • Work activities:
    ‐ proposals and their impact
    ‐ progress
    ‐ results
    ‐ achievements
    ‐ potential problems
    ‐ risks
    ‐ opportunities
    39. Evaluate estimate, bid and tender enquiry documentation
    • Tender:
    ‐ contractor
    ‐ sub/works/trade contractor
    ‐ supply
    ‐ consultants
    • Tender requirements:
    ‐ construction
    ‐ installation and maintenance work
    ‐ supply of goods and materials
    ‐ consultancy services
    • Decision makers:
    ‐ clients and their agents
    ‐ colleagues
    ‐ line managers and directors
    ‐ specialists - internal or external to organisation
    • Points of concern:
    ‐ inconsistent with the policy of the organisation
    ‐ discrepancies within enquiry information
    ‐ tender procedure requirements
    ‐ quantitative requirements
    ‐ qualitative requirements
    ‐ contractual requirements
    • Tender documents:
    ‐ invitation to tender
    ‐ form of tender
    ‐ returns procedure
    ‐ survey reports
    ‐ specifications
    ‐ graphical and non-graphical electronic data files
    ‐ drawing schedule and programme
    ‐ bills of quantities
    ‐ health, safety and welfare requirements
    ‐ scope of services
    ‐ terms and conditions
    ‐ schedule of rates
    ‐ environmental requirements
    ‐ procedures for submitting tenders
    ‐ evaluation criteria and procedures
    • Agreed criteria:
    ‐ change to organisational capability
    ‐ financial
    ‐ viability of tendering information
    ‐ current workload
    ‐ type of work
    ‐ competence of people
    ‐ timescale (tender and contract)
    ‐ social and political policies
    ‐ environmental impact
    ‐ location
    ‐ potential completion
    • Legal issues:
    ‐ planning
    ‐ health and safety
    ‐ environmental
    ‐ ownership
    ‐ common law rights
    ‐ European Union requirements
    40. Assess the resource requirements and costs within an estimate, bid and tender
    • Tender requirements:
    ‐ construction
    ‐ installation and maintenance work
    ‐ supply of goods and materials
    ‐ consultancy services
    ‐ purchasing
    ‐ low carbon and resource efficient procurement
    ‐ invitation to tender
    ‐ form of tender
    ‐ technology required
    ‐ procedures for submitting tenders
    • Resources:
    ‐ people (in-house & external)
    ‐ plant and equipment
    ‐ materials
    ‐ finance
    ‐ time
    ‐ supply options
    • Available sources:
    ‐ client brief
    ‐ tender enquiry documentation
    ‐ site measurements/visits
    ‐ survey reports
    ‐ scaled drawings
    ‐ schedules
    ‐ method statements
    ‐ programmes
    ‐ specialist contractors and suppliers
    • Estimate:
    ‐ cost based on a quotation
    ‐ elemental cost data
    ‐ unit cost built up from basic data
    ‐ internal and historical cost data
    ‐ published cost data
    • Calculate cost:
    ‐ manual
    ‐ electronic
    • External factors:
    ‐ variations over time
    ‐ location
    ‐ statutory and contractual requirements
    ‐ special working conditions and methods
    ‐ resourcing conditions
    ‐ competition
    41. Finalise and submit an estimate, bid and tender offer
    • Risks and opportunities:
    ‐ environmental and sustainability
    ‐ social
    ‐ financial and market fluctuations
    ‐ political
    ‐ technical
    ‐ health and safety
    ‐ reputation
    ‐ competence of people
    • Tender offer:
    ‐ contractor
    ‐ sub/works/trade contractor
    ‐ supply
    ‐ consultancy
    ‐ purchase
    • Alternatives and qualifications:
    ‐ specifications and materials
    ‐ methods of construction
    ‐ services
    ‐ time-scales
    ‐ supply options
    ‐ price offer options
    ‐ whole life value
    • Tender requirements:
    ‐ construction
    ‐ installation and maintenance work
    ‐ supply of goods and materials
    ‐ consultancy services
    ‐ delivery
    • Present:
    ‐ orally
    ‐ in writing
    ‐ graphically
    ‐ using computer models
    ‐ electronically
    42. Prepare a proposal for a project brief
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ the client
    ‐ the client's financial advisers
    ‐ statutory authorities
    ‐ CDM co-ordinator (or responsible body under CDM regulations)
    ‐ project managers
    ‐ potential contractors
    ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ potential investors
    ‐ funding agencies
    ‐ independent client adviser
    ‐ user groups
    ‐ community groups
    ‐ facilities/asset managers
    • Project proposal - will consider:
    ‐ the client's requirements
    ‐ project stage information requirements
    ‐ user requirements
    ‐ design quality requirements
    ‐ ergonomic requirements
    ‐ community requirements
    ‐ procurement requirements
    ‐ physical requirements
    ‐ resource requirements
    ‐ construction requirements
    ‐ legal requirements
    ‐ cost requirements
    ‐ business opportunities and objectives
    ‐ risk factors
    ‐ health, safety and welfare requirements
    ‐ current and future needs
    ‐ energy, water and natural resource management
    ‐ compliance with local, regional national development strategies
    ‐ Building Information Modelling
    ‐ insurance risks/opportunities associated with new technologies
    ‐ adaptation and mitigation
    • Review:
    ‐ cost benefit analysis
    ‐ whole life costing
    ‐ value management
    ‐ feasibility studies
    ‐ elemental cost planning
    • Present:
    ‐ orally
    ‐ in writing
    ‐ graphically
    ‐ electronically
    43. Develop a project outline programme which meets the requirements of the brief
    • Programme:
    ‐ timetable
    ‐ phasing
    ‐ integration of data
    ‐ interaction between design consultants
    ‐ critical path
    ‐ key project stages/gate management plan
    ‐ interface between design, procurement, construction, operation and end use
    ‐ interaction with design approval stages
    ‐ interaction with construction programme
    ‐ concurrent design and construction
    • Stakeholders:
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ the client
    ‐ the client's financial advisers
    ‐ statutory authorities
    ‐ CDM co-ordinator (or responsible body under CDM regulations)
    ‐ project managers
    ‐ potential contractors
    ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ potential investors
    ‐ funding agencies
    ‐ independent client adviser
    ‐ user groups
    ‐ community groups
    ‐ facilities/asset managers
    • Project Stages:
    ‐ Stage 0 (Strategy)
    ‐ Stage 1 (Brief)
    ‐ Stage 2 (Concept)
    ‐ Stage 3 (Definition)
    ‐ Stage 4 (Design)
    ‐ Stage 5 (Build and Commission)
    ‐ Stage 6 (Handover and Closeout)
    • Constraints:
    ‐ work content
    ‐ time duration/sequencing
    ‐ resources available
    ‐ contingencies
    ‐ budget
    ‐ site
    ‐ risk and valuation
    ‐ regulations
    • Expectations:
    ‐ design quality
    ‐ consultation
    ‐ timetable
    ‐ phasing of design development
    ‐ best value
    44. Identify, assess and agree project requirements and stakeholder preferences
    • Clarify the project stakeholders’ circumstances and requirements by:
    ‐ reference to standard documentation
    ‐ checklists
    ‐ client consultation
    ‐ questionnaires
    ‐ comparative field research
    ‐ market research
    ‐ identifying options and alternatives
    ‐ use of benchmarking tool(s)
    ‐ digital exchange
    • Processes and procedures:
    ‐ Project Information Plan
    ‐ Model Delivery Plan
    ‐ information management accountabilities
    ‐ implementation plans
    ‐ capability assessments
    ‐ delivery plans
    ‐ execution plans
    ‐ levels of graphical and non-graphical detail/development
    • Agree:
    ‐ direct with a client
    ‐ by negotiation and agreement with partnering team
    ‐ facilitation
    • Project Stakeholders:
    ‐ consultants
    ‐ the client
    ‐ the client's financial advisers
    ‐ statutory authorities
    ‐ CDM co-ordinator (or responsible body under CDM regulations)
    ‐ project managers
    ‐ potential contractors
    ‐ potential subcontractors and suppliers
    ‐ potential investors
    ‐ funding agencies
    ‐ independent client adviser
    ‐ user groups
    ‐ community groups
    ‐ facilities/asset managers
    • Goals and priorities:
    ‐ quantity
    ‐ design quality
    ‐ time
    ‐ use/adaptability/maintenance
    ‐ whole life costs
    ‐ health, safety and welfare
    ‐ sustainability
    ‐ economic benefits
    ‐ community benefits
    ‐ security
    ‐ market demands
    ‐ changing circumstances
    • Constraints and risks:
    ‐ cost
    ‐ time
    ‐ quality
    ‐ health and safety
    ‐ the environment
    ‐ the client's requirements
    ‐ system compatibility
    ‐ system interoperability
    • Present:
    ‐ orally
    ‐ in writing
    ‐ graphically
    ‐ electronically
    45. Exchange information and present advice on technical issues
    • Purpose:
    ‐ sharing experience
    ‐ issuing instructions
    ‐ making judgements
    ‐ increasing understanding
    ‐ implementing a solution
    ‐ dealing with confrontation
    ‐ negotiation
    • Present:
    ‐ orally
    ‐ in writing
    ‐ graphically
    ‐ electronically
    • Technical recommendations and judgements include:
    ‐ realistic estimates of the implications of other options which have been considered
    ‐ clear descriptions of the information sources consulted
    ‐ the analysis techniques applied
    ‐ the criteria used for making evaluations and reaching justifiable conclusions
    • People receiving information and advice:
    ‐ peers and other related occupations
    ‐ clients and customers
    ‐ technical and non-technical team members
    ‐ craftspeople and operatives
    ‐ senior and junior colleagues
    ‐ members of the public
    ‐ people with individual needs
    46. Resolve complex indeterminate situations
    • Information:
    ‐ project information
    ‐ own experience and practice
    ‐ manual and electronic information systems (e.g. libraries, technical journals, databases)
    ‐ published research
    ‐ other colleagues and specialists
    ‐ continuing professional development
    • Reflect:
    ‐ comparison between previous cases and the current situation
    ‐ the outcomes required
    ‐ known and anticipated limitations and opportunities
    47. Practice within an ethical framework
    • Conflicts of interest:
    ‐ actions which may mislead other individuals
    ‐ offers which involve the financial interest of the practitioner
    ‐ giving unfair advantage to the practitioner's family or friends
    ‐ as defined by legislation
    • Ethical standards and recognised good practice:
    ‐ personal beliefs
    ‐ mandatory ethical codes of practice within the occupation, discipline or organisation
    ‐ national and international statute law
    ‐ national and international voluntary codes of practice and guidance
    • Systems:
    ‐ organisational policies
    ‐ indemnity insurance
    ‐ guarantees
    ‐ contract conditions
    ‐ bonds
  13. Production Technicians
    responsibility
    1. Control vehicular traffic on construction sites
      COSVR617 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and for controlling the movement of vehicles onto and around the construction site for loading, unloading or parking.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of delivery schedules, traffic management plans, site procedures, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clean and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, signal, position and secure
      8. use and maintain ancillary equipment
      9. set up, initiate, monitor and maintain temprary traffic management systems to control vehicles onto, around and off the site, to given working instructions, relating to
      • methods of traffic management
      • appropriate control equipment
      • signalling and communication
      • enabling safe departure of vehicles
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      15. Information
      • drawings, delivery schedules, traffic management plans, site procedures, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations associated with controlling vehicular traffic on construction sites
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify and follow the organisational quality requirements
      ‐ assess site, location, conditions and surroundings for safe and efficient vehicle movement
      ‐ select and confirm the appropriate method of setting out traffic control systems
      ‐ initiate traffic management systems and procedures
      ‐ agree safe and suitable methods of signalling and communication (hand, radio, oral and visual)
      ‐ determine loading and unloading requirements
      ‐ confirm the nature and purpose of vehicles reporting to the site; against delivery schedules if appropriate
      ‐ direct and manoeuvre vehicles onto and around the site for loading, unloading or parking
      ‐ inspect and prepare vehicles for departure from site (e.g. sheeting, wheel washing)
      ‐ monitor and maintain all traffic management equipment and sundries
      ‐ report and record any incidents
      ‐ record information and maintain records
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ use ancillary equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with controlling vehicular traffic on construction sites
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ cones, signs, lights, barriers, protection and segregation units
      ‐ communication equipment
      ‐ wheel cleaning equipment
      ‐ sheeting
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to control vehicular traffic on construction sites
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
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      Site Logistics Operations (Construction)
    2. Control vehicular traffic on construction sites legacy
      cosvr617 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 controlling the movement of vehicles onto and around the construction site for loading, unloading or parking 5 preparing vehicles for departure
      duty
      interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe work practices select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, delivery schedules, traffic management plans, site procedures, specifications, risk assessments, method statement and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by following the given information relating the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of personal protective.4 safe use and storage of
      • safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, signal, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. set up, initiate, monitor and maintain temporary traffic management systems to control vehicles onto, around and off the site, to given working instructions, relating to
      • methods of traffic management
      • appropriate control equipment
      • signalling and communication
      • preparation of vehicles for departure
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Information
      • drawings, delivery schedules, traffic management plans, site procedures, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statement, manufacturers' information and associated regulations
      15. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      16. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and/or portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      17. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
      ‐ assess site, location, conditions and surroundings for safe and efficient vehicle movement
      ‐ select and confirm the appropriate method of setting out traffic control systems
      ‐ identify signing, lighting, pavement marking and guarding requirements
      ‐ initiate traffic management systems and procedures
      ‐ agree safe and suitable methods of signalling and communication (hand, radio, oral and visual)
      ‐ determine loading and unloading requirements
      ‐ confirm the nature and purpose of vehicles reporting to the site; against delivery schedules if appropriate
      ‐ direct and manoeuvre vehicles onto and around the site for loading, unloading or parking
      ‐ inspect and prepare vehicles for departure from site (e.g. sheeting, wheel washing)
      ‐ monitor and maintain all traffic management equipment and sundries
      ‐ report and record any incidents
      ‐ record information and maintain records
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with controlling vehicular traffic on construction sites
      18. personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ cones, signs, lights, temporary marking materials, barriers, protection and segregation units
      ‐ communication equipment
      ‐ wheel cleaning equipment
      ‐ sheeting
      ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to control vehicular traffic on construction sites
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Post Tensioning Operations (Construction)
    3. Coordinate construction resources
      COSVR792 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and coordinating construction resources.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of specifications, schedules, Control of substances hazardous to health (COSHH) and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • records, delivery schedules, storage facilities
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clean and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to check, record, issue and control stock
      8. check and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. coordinate construction resources, relating to the following, to given working instructions
      • maintain records of the issue and return of materials and equipment
      • store and issue substances which are hazardous to health
      • secure materials and equipment
      • carry out stock taking in accordance with organisational requirements
      • liaise with suppliers
      • communicate with supervisors and managers
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, COSHH, methods of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and official guidance associated with coordinating construction resources
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ maintain records of the issue and return of materials and equipment
      ‐ record and report any deviations from the original orders
      ‐ ensure the security of materials and equipment
      ‐ liaise with suppliers
      ‐ store and issue substances which are hazardous to health in accordance with COSHH
      ‐ carry out stock control in accordance with organisational requirements
      ‐ liaise with supervisors and managers
      ‐ record all information and maintain records
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ observe plant and machinery exclusion zones
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with coordinating construction resources
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect materials and equipment against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ construction resources
      ‐ communication equipment
      ‐ stock control systems
      ‐ hand tools, and/or portable power tools and equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to coordinate construction resources
      24. Security procedures
      • site, materials, equipment, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Site Logistics Operations (Construction)
    4. Maintain construction site fire management systems
      COSVR793 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and maintaining construction site fire management systems.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. monitor the maintenance, condition and security of fire extinguishers
      4. selection of resources associated with own work
      • components and fixings
      • fire-fighting equipment
      • tools and equipment
      5. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      6. maintain a clean and tidy work space
      7. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      8. demonstration of work skills to check, record, maintain, monitor, report
      9. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      10. maintain construction site fire management systems to given working instructions, relating to the following
      • check and maintain fire points, signage, exits and meeting points
      • monitor the usage and storage of flammable materials and equipment
      11. produce and maintain records
      12. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      13. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      15. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      16. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment
      18. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations associated with maintaining construction site fire management systems
      19. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      20. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      21. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ check and maintain fire points, signage, exits and meeting points
      ‐ monitor gas usage and storage
      ‐ monitor flammable materials and equipment, (timber, plant, vehicles)
      ‐ produce and maintain records
      ‐ carry out fire drills
      ‐ execute evacuation procedures
      ‐ contact emergency services
      ‐ identify and follow the organisational quality requirements
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with maintaining construction site fire management systems
      22. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      23. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      24. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      25. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ fire-fighting equipment
      ‐ signage, records
      ‐ components and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to maintain construction site fire management systems
      26. Security procedures
      • site, fire-fighting equipment, gas compounds, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Site Logistics Operations (Construction)
    5. Maintain construction site set-up systems
      COSVR791 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment, and maintaining construction site set-up systems.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Performance Critria 1
      2. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      4. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      5. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      6. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      7. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessment, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tindy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to erect, secure, liaise, dismantle, maintain
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. maintain construction site set-up systems, relating to at least four of the following, to given working instructions
      • erect and/or maintain secure hoarding/fencing
      • erect and/or maintain temporary signage and barriers
      • erect and/or maintain compounds for vehicles, plant and equipment
      • erect and/or maintain compounds for the storage of materials
      • maintain welfare facilities
      • segregate and maintain areas for pedestrian access
      • coordinate vehicle scheduling and deliveries
      • liaise with the public
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and official guidance associated with maintaining construction site set-up systems
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify and follow the organisational quality requirements
      ‐ erect and maintain secure hoarding/fencing
      ‐ erect and maintain temporary signage and barriers
      ‐ erect and maintain compounds for vehicles, plant and equipment
      ‐ erect and maintain compounds for the storage of materials
      ‐ maintain welfare facilities
      ‐ coordinate vehicle scheduling and deliveries
      ‐ liaise with the public
      ‐ understand specific client requirements
      ‐ segregate and maintain areas for pedestrian access
      ‐ ensure combustible materials are correctly stored
      ‐ ensure that records of the use of the combustible materials are maintained
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ recognise specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ maintain exclusion zones for plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with maintaining construction site set-up systems
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ hoarding, fencing, signage, barriers
      ‐ welfare facilities
      ‐ compounds
      ‐ fittings and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to maintain construction site set up systems
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Site Logistics Operations (Construction)
    6. Maintain construction site waste management systems
      COSVR794 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and maintaining construction site waste management systems.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • waste receptacles and components
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clean and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to liaise, check, record, maintain, monitor, report
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. maintain construction site waste management systems to given working instructions, relating to the following
      • ensure the various waste streams are disposed of in the appropriate waste receptacles for non-hazardous and hazardous waste
      • liaise with waste management companies for the collection and transfer of site waste
      • complete and retain waste transfer notes
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH), manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, COSHH, methods of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and official guidance associated with maintaining construction site waste management systems
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the various waste streams which will be generated
      ‐ arrange the facilities to be used for recycling and managing waste
      ‐ liaise with waste management companies for the collection and transfer of site waste
      ‐ complete and retain waste transfer notes
      ‐ understand the impact of site waste on the flora and fauna
      ‐ ensure that there is no contamination of water courses
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with maintaining construction site waste management systems
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ recycling and waste management facilities
      ‐ waste transfer notes
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedures to maintain construction site waste management systems
      24. Security procedures
      • site, waste receptacle, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Site Logistics Operations (Construction)
    duty
    1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe work practices select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
    2. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
    3. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
    4. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
    5. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
    6. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
    7. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
    knowledge
    1. Interpretation of information
    • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
    • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
    • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
    2. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    3. Selection of resources
    • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
    • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
    • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
    • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    4. Minimise the risk of damage
    • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
    • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
    5. Meet the contract specification
    • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
    • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
    6. Allocated time
    • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
    7. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
    8. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
    9. Performance Critria 1
    context
    1. interpretation of drawings, delivery schedules, traffic management plans, site procedures, specifications, risk assessments, method statement and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    2. avoidance of risk by following the given information relating the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of personal protective.4 safe use and storage of
    • safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
    3. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials, components and fixings
    • tools and equipment
    4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
    5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
    6. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
    7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, signal, position and secure
    8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    9. set up, initiate, monitor and maintain temporary traffic management systems to control vehicles onto, around and off the site, to given working instructions, relating to
    • methods of traffic management
    • appropriate control equipment
    • signalling and communication
    • preparation of vehicles for departure
    10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
    11. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    12. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    13. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    14. Information
    • drawings, delivery schedules, traffic management plans, site procedures, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statement, manufacturers' information and associated regulations
    15. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    16. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools and/or portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    17. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used, to
    ‐ assess site, location, conditions and surroundings for safe and efficient vehicle movement
    ‐ select and confirm the appropriate method of setting out traffic control systems
    ‐ identify signing, lighting, pavement marking and guarding requirements
    ‐ initiate traffic management systems and procedures
    ‐ agree safe and suitable methods of signalling and communication (hand, radio, oral and visual)
    ‐ determine loading and unloading requirements
    ‐ confirm the nature and purpose of vehicles reporting to the site; against delivery schedules if appropriate
    ‐ direct and manoeuvre vehicles onto and around the site for loading, unloading or parking
    ‐ inspect and prepare vehicles for departure from site (e.g. sheeting, wheel washing)
    ‐ monitor and maintain all traffic management equipment and sundries
    ‐ report and record any incidents
    ‐ record information and maintain records
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with controlling vehicular traffic on construction sites
    18. personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
    19. Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    20. Programme
    • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    21. Protect work
    • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
    22. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ cones, signs, lights, temporary marking materials, barriers, protection and segregation units
    ‐ communication equipment
    ‐ wheel cleaning equipment
    ‐ sheeting
    ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to control vehicular traffic on construction sites
    23. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company and operative
    24. interpretation of delivery schedules, traffic management plans, site procedures, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    25. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    26. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials, components and fixings
    • equipment
    27. maintain a clean and tidy work space
    28. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
    29. use and maintain ancillary equipment
    30. set up, initiate, monitor and maintain temprary traffic management systems to control vehicles onto, around and off the site, to given working instructions, relating to
    • methods of traffic management
    • appropriate control equipment
    • signalling and communication
    • enabling safe departure of vehicles
    31. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    32. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    33. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    34. Information
    • drawings, delivery schedules, traffic management plans, site procedures, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations associated with controlling vehicular traffic on construction sites
    35. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    36. Maintenance
    • operative care of ancillary equipment
    37. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify and follow the organisational quality requirements
    ‐ assess site, location, conditions and surroundings for safe and efficient vehicle movement
    ‐ select and confirm the appropriate method of setting out traffic control systems
    ‐ initiate traffic management systems and procedures
    ‐ agree safe and suitable methods of signalling and communication (hand, radio, oral and visual)
    ‐ determine loading and unloading requirements
    ‐ confirm the nature and purpose of vehicles reporting to the site; against delivery schedules if appropriate
    ‐ direct and manoeuvre vehicles onto and around the site for loading, unloading or parking
    ‐ inspect and prepare vehicles for departure from site (e.g. sheeting, wheel washing)
    ‐ monitor and maintain all traffic management equipment and sundries
    ‐ report and record any incidents
    ‐ record information and maintain records
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ use ancillary equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with controlling vehicular traffic on construction sites
    38. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ cones, signs, lights, barriers, protection and segregation units
    ‐ communication equipment
    ‐ wheel cleaning equipment
    ‐ sheeting
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to control vehicular traffic on construction sites
    39. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
    40. interpretation of specifications, schedules, Control of substances hazardous to health (COSHH) and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    41. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    42. selection of resources associated with own work
    • records, delivery schedules, storage facilities
    • tools and equipment
    43. demonstration of work skills to check, record, issue and control stock
    44. check and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    45. coordinate construction resources, relating to the following, to given working instructions
    • maintain records of the issue and return of materials and equipment
    • store and issue substances which are hazardous to health
    • secure materials and equipment
    • carry out stock taking in accordance with organisational requirements
    • liaise with suppliers
    • communicate with supervisors and managers
    46. Fire extinguishers
    • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
    47. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, COSHH, methods of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    48. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    49. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and official guidance associated with coordinating construction resources
    50. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    51. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    52. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ maintain records of the issue and return of materials and equipment
    ‐ record and report any deviations from the original orders
    ‐ ensure the security of materials and equipment
    ‐ liaise with suppliers
    ‐ store and issue substances which are hazardous to health in accordance with COSHH
    ‐ carry out stock control in accordance with organisational requirements
    ‐ liaise with supervisors and managers
    ‐ record all information and maintain records
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ observe plant and machinery exclusion zones
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with coordinating construction resources
    53. Protect work
    • protect materials and equipment against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
    54. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ construction resources
    ‐ communication equipment
    ‐ stock control systems
    ‐ hand tools, and/or portable power tools and equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to coordinate construction resources
    55. Security procedures
    • site, materials, equipment, workplace, company and operative
    56. interpretation of specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    57. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    58. monitor the maintenance, condition and security of fire extinguishers
    59. selection of resources associated with own work
    • components and fixings
    • fire-fighting equipment
    • tools and equipment
    60. demonstration of work skills to check, record, maintain, monitor, report
    61. maintain construction site fire management systems to given working instructions, relating to the following
    • check and maintain fire points, signage, exits and meeting points
    • monitor the usage and storage of flammable materials and equipment
    62. produce and maintain records
    63. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment
    64. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations associated with maintaining construction site fire management systems
    65. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ check and maintain fire points, signage, exits and meeting points
    ‐ monitor gas usage and storage
    ‐ monitor flammable materials and equipment, (timber, plant, vehicles)
    ‐ produce and maintain records
    ‐ carry out fire drills
    ‐ execute evacuation procedures
    ‐ contact emergency services
    ‐ identify and follow the organisational quality requirements
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with maintaining construction site fire management systems
    66. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ fire-fighting equipment
    ‐ signage, records
    ‐ components and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to maintain construction site fire management systems
    67. Security procedures
    • site, fire-fighting equipment, gas compounds, workplace, company and operative
    68. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessment, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    69. maintain a clear and tindy work space
    70. demonstration of work skills to erect, secure, liaise, dismantle, maintain
    71. maintain construction site set-up systems, relating to at least four of the following, to given working instructions
    • erect and/or maintain secure hoarding/fencing
    • erect and/or maintain temporary signage and barriers
    • erect and/or maintain compounds for vehicles, plant and equipment
    • erect and/or maintain compounds for the storage of materials
    • maintain welfare facilities
    • segregate and maintain areas for pedestrian access
    • coordinate vehicle scheduling and deliveries
    • liaise with the public
    72. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    73. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    74. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and official guidance associated with maintaining construction site set-up systems
    75. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify and follow the organisational quality requirements
    ‐ erect and maintain secure hoarding/fencing
    ‐ erect and maintain temporary signage and barriers
    ‐ erect and maintain compounds for vehicles, plant and equipment
    ‐ erect and maintain compounds for the storage of materials
    ‐ maintain welfare facilities
    ‐ coordinate vehicle scheduling and deliveries
    ‐ liaise with the public
    ‐ understand specific client requirements
    ‐ segregate and maintain areas for pedestrian access
    ‐ ensure combustible materials are correctly stored
    ‐ ensure that records of the use of the combustible materials are maintained
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ recognise specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ maintain exclusion zones for plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with maintaining construction site set-up systems
    76. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ hoarding, fencing, signage, barriers
    ‐ welfare facilities
    ‐ compounds
    ‐ fittings and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to maintain construction site set up systems
    77. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    78. selection of resources associated with own work
    • waste receptacles and components
    • tools and equipment
    79. demonstration of work skills to liaise, check, record, maintain, monitor, report
    80. maintain construction site waste management systems to given working instructions, relating to the following
    • ensure the various waste streams are disposed of in the appropriate waste receptacles for non-hazardous and hazardous waste
    • liaise with waste management companies for the collection and transfer of site waste
    • complete and retain waste transfer notes
    81. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH), manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    82. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and official guidance associated with maintaining construction site waste management systems
    83. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the various waste streams which will be generated
    ‐ arrange the facilities to be used for recycling and managing waste
    ‐ liaise with waste management companies for the collection and transfer of site waste
    ‐ complete and retain waste transfer notes
    ‐ understand the impact of site waste on the flora and fauna
    ‐ ensure that there is no contamination of water courses
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ direct and guide the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with maintaining construction site waste management systems
    84. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ recycling and waste management facilities
    ‐ waste transfer notes
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedures to maintain construction site waste management systems
    85. Security procedures
    • site, waste receptacle, workplace, company and operative
  14. Riggers
    responsibility
    1. Equip scaffolds with safeguards and environmental protection
      COSVR258 This standard is about preparing for and equipping scaffolding with operational safeguards and environmental protection, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • the accident reporting procedures and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpret plans, drawings and sketches, method statements, risk assessments, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoid risk by following the given information relating to the following:
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. select resources associated with own work:
      • materials, components, fixings, anchors and ties
      • tools and equipment
      4. protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy workspace
      6. dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstrate work skills to measure, position, fit, secure, dismantle and remove
      8. use and maintain hand tools, protection equipment and access equipment
      9. install and remove equipment to given working instructions relating to:
      • public protection
      • worker protection
      • environmental protection
      10. complet own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with:
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment:
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      15. Information
      • plans,drawings and sketches, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, standards, regulations and official guidance associated with the provision of safeguards and protection
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools, ancillary equipment and access equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method, area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ identify the requirements and confirm materials and method for fitting guards and barriers for the protection of the public, workers and environment
      ‐ measure and prepare for fitting guards, barriers and screens
      ‐ position, fit and secure guards, barriers and screens
      ‐ dismantle and remove guards, barriers and screens
      ‐ install and test anchors and ties
      ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with equipping scaffolds with safeguards and environmental protection
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work:
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and specialist:
      ‐ sheeting and netting
      ‐ boards and timber-based sheets
      ‐ tubes, fittings, clamps, couplers, anchors and ties
      ‐ rope, cord and tape
      ‐ protection equipment
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to equip scaffolding with operational safeguards and environmental protection
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative, vehicles
      suite
      Accessing Operations and Rigging (Construction)
    2. Erect and dismantle access/working platforms
      COSVR250 This standard is about erecting and dismantling access equipment suitable for the work operations, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • the accident reporting procedures and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpret plans, drawings and sketches, method statements, risk assessments, specifications and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoid risk by following the given information relating of the following:
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, and storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. select resources associated with own work:
      • materials and components
      • tools and equipment
      4. protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy workspace
      6. dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstrate work skills to move, position/erect, secure, check, dismantle and remove
      8. use and maintain hand tools and ancillary equipment
      9. erect, dismantle and store at least two of the following access equipment to given access regulations:
      • ladders/crawler boards
      • stepladders/platform steps
      • proprietary towers
      • trestle platforms
      • mobile scaffold towers
      • proprietary staging/podiums
      10. complete own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      15. Information
      • plans, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and regulations and official guidance associated with Legislation and official guidance
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method,area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ provide protection to the work area
      ‐ establish a base for equipment
      ‐ erect proprietary access equipment to manufacturer’s instructions suitable for the work
      ‐ erect non-proprietary access equipment suitable for the work
      ‐ place protective screens and notices
      ‐ check/monitor equipment during the period of use
      ‐ dismantle and store access equipment
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ use tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • teamwork and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with erecting and dismantling access/working platforms
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work:
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
      ‐ ladders/crawler boards
      ‐ stepladders/platform steps
      ‐ trestles
      ‐ proprietary staging/podiums
      ‐ proprietary towers
      ‐ mobile scaffold towers
      ‐ protection equipment and notices
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity of equipment required for the method and procedure to erect and dismantle access/working platforms
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative, vehicles
      suite
      1. Accessing Operations and Rigging (Construction)
      2. Associated Industrial Services Occupations (Construction)
      3. Building Maintenance Multi-trades Repair and Refurbishment Operations
      4. Chimney Engineering (Construction)
      5. Construction Operations and Civil Engineering Services (Construction)
      6. Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction)
      7. Demolition (Construction)
      8. Innovative/Modern Methods of Construction
      9. Insulation and Building Treatments (Construction)
      10. Removal of Hazardous and Non-hazardous Waste (Construction)
      11. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      12. Site Logistics Operations (Construction)
      13. Specialist Concrete Occupations (Construction)
      14. Specialist Installation Occupations (Construction)
      15. Super-structure Work Occupations
      16. Thermal Insulation (Construction)
      17. Treework
      18. Fencing
    3. Erect and dismantle cantilever scaffolds
      COSVR249 This standard is about preparing, erecting and dismantling cantilever scaffolds, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • the accident reporting procedures and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpret plans, drawings and sketches, method statements, risk assessments, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoid risk by following the given information relating to the following:
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. select resources associated with own work:
      • materials, components, fixings, anchors and ties
      • tools and equipment
      • access equipment
      4. protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy workspace
      6. dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstrate work skills to measure, set out, assemble, fix, position, secure and remove
      8. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and access equipment
      9. erect and dismantle at least one of the following cantilever scaffolds to given working instructions using either tube and fitting or system scaffold:
      • cantilever truss out
      • cantilever fan
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      15. Information
      • plans, drawings and sketches, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, standards, regulations and official guidance associated with scaffolding work
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools, ancillary equipment and access equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method, area of work and materials used, to:
      ‐ confirm the area to erect the cantilever scaffold
      ‐ confirm that the stability of the foundation and structure on which the scaffold will be erected and secured has been considered
      ‐ confirm the materials and component make-up (tube and fitting, systems scaffold)
      ‐ identify the differences between cantilever truss and cantilever fan
      ‐ set out and prepare for the scaffold structure
      ‐ erect and secure the scaffold (needles, spurs and check fittings)
      ‐ dismantle and remove cantilever scaffold structures
      ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
      ‐ install ties and test anchors
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • teamwork and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with erecting and dismantling cantilever scaffolds
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work:
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and specialist:
      ‐ tube and fitting
      ‐ systems scaffold
      ‐ associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties, boards, plates, beams, ladders, proprietary components)
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating length and area associated with the method and procedure to erect and dismantle cantilever scaffolds
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative, vehicles
      suite
      Accessing Operations and Rigging (Construction)
    4. Erect and dismantle falsework scaffolds
      COSVR407 This standard is about preparing, erecting, dismantling falsework scaffolds, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpret plans, drawings and sketches, method statements, risk assessments, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoid risk by following the given information relating to the following:
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. select resources associated with own work
      • materials, components, fixings, anchors and ties
      • tools and equipment
      4. protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy workspace
      6. dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstrate work skills to measure, set out, assemble, fix, position, secure and remove
      8. use and maintain hand tools and ancillary equipment
      9. erect and dismantle tube and fitting or systems scaffold to given working instructions to form falsework scaffolds (live loads)
      10. complete own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with:
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment:
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      15. Information
      • plans, drawings and sketches, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, standards, regulations and official guidance associated with scaffolding work
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools, and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method, area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ identify requirements of scaffold drawings and formula
      ‐ confirm the area to erect falsework scaffolds
      ‐ confirm that the stability of the foundation and structure on which the scaffold will be erected and secured has been considered
      ‐ calculate weight distribution and load balance (live loads)
      ‐ confirm the materials and component make-up (tube and fitting, systems scaffold)
      ‐ set out and prepare for the scaffold structure
      ‐ erect and secure the scaffold for the use of other occupations
      ‐ dismantle and remove falsework scaffolds
      ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • teamwork and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with erecting and dismantling falsework scaffolds
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work:
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and specialist:
      ‐ tube and fitting
      ‐ systems scaffold
      ‐ associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties, boards, plates, beams, ladders, proprietary components)
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to erect and dismantle falsework scaffolds
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative, vehicles
      suite
      Accessing Operations and Rigging (Construction)
    5. Erect and dismantle independent and birdcage scaffolds
      COSVR247 This standard is about preparing, erecting and dismantling independent and birdcage scaffolds, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpret plans, drawings, sketches, method statements, risk assessments, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoid risk by following the given information relating to the following:
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. select resources associated with own work:
      • materials, components, fixings, anchors and ties
      • tools and equipment
      • access equipment
      4. protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy workspace
      6. dispose waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstrate work skills to measure, set out, assemble, fix, position, secure and remove
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and access equipment
      9. erect and dismantle independent and birdcage scaffolds to given working instructions for one of the following:
      • tube and fitting
      • systems scaffold
      10. erect and dismantle bridging beam work within either independent or birdcage scaffold
      11. complete own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with:
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment:
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      16. Information
      • plans, drawings and sketches, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' technical information, regulations and official guidance associated with scaffolding work
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools, ancillary equipment and access equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ confirm the area to erect the independent and birdcage scaffolds
      ‐ confirm that the stability of the foundation and structure on which the scaffold will be erected and secured has been considered
      ‐ identify the technical differences between independent and birdcage scaffolds
      ‐ confirm the materials and component make-up (tube and fitting, systems scaffolds)
      ‐ set out and prepare for the erection of independent and birdcage scaffolds
      ‐ erect and secure scaffolds
      ‐ dismantle and remove independent and birdcage scaffolds
      ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
      ‐ install ties and test anchors
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • teamwork and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with erecting and dismantling independent and birdcage scaffolds
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work:
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and specialist:
      ‐ tube and fitting
      ‐ systems scaffold
      ‐ associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties, boards, plates, beams, ladders, proprietary components)
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to erect and dismantle independent and birdcage scaffolds
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative, vehicles
      suite
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    6. Erect and dismantle mobile or static scaffold towers
      COSVR248 This standard is about preparing, erecting, dismantling mobile or static scaffold towers, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • the accident reporting procedures and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpret plans, drawings and sketches, method statements, risk assessments, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoid risk by following the given information relating to the following:
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. select resources associated with own work:
      • materials, components, fixings, anchors and ties
      • tools and equipment
      • access equipment
      4. protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy workspace
      6. dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstrate work skills to measure, set out, assemble, fix, position, secure and remove
      8. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and access equipment
      9. erect and dismantle mobile or static scaffold towers to given working instructions using either of the following materials and component make-up:
      • tube and fitting
      • systems scaffold.
      10. complete own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with:
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment:
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      15. Information
      • plans, drawings and sketches, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and regulations and official guidance associated with scaffolding work
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools, ancillary equipment and access equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ confirm the area to erect the scaffold tower
      ‐ confirm that the stability of the foundation or structure on which the mobile or static scaffold tower will be erected and secured has been considered
      ‐ confirm the materials and component make-up (tube and fitting, systems scaffold)
      ‐ set out and prepare for the scaffold structure
      ‐ identify base and height ratio
      ‐ employ outriggers
      ‐ install ties and test anchors
      ‐ erect scaffold towers for support and access
      ‐ erect and secure the scaffold
      ‐ dismantle and remove scaffold tower
      ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment and move
      • teamwork and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with erecting and dismantling mobile or static scaffold towers
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and specialist:
      ‐ tube and fitting
      ‐ systems scaffold
      ‐ associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties, boards, plates, beams, ladders, wheels, proprietary components)
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to erect and dismantle mobile and static scaffold towers
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative, vehicles
      suite
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    7. Erect and dismantle overhead scaffolds
      COSVR406 This standard is about preparing, erecting, dismantling overhead scaffolds, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpret plans, drawings and sketches, method statements, risk assessments specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoid risk by following the given information relating to the following:
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. select resources associated with own work:
      • materials, components, fixings/anchors and ties
      • tools and equipment
      • access equipment
      4. protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstrate work skills to measure, set out, assemble, fix, position, secure and remove
      8. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and access equipment
      9. erect and dismantle tube and fitting and/or system scaffold for overhead scaffolds, to given working instructions, to form at least two of the following:
      • drop scaffolds
      • hung scaffolds
      • scaffolds to span gaps (bridging)
      • load bearing scaffold
      • scaffolds with restricted access or build restrictions
      • truss out
      10. complete own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with:
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment:
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      15. Information
      • plans, drawings and sketches, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, standards, regulations and official guidance associated with scaffolding work
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools, ancillary equipment and access equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method, area of work and materials used, to:
      ‐ identify requirements of scaffold design drawings and formula
      ‐ confirm the area to erect the overhead scaffold
      ‐ confirm the stability of the foundation/structure on which the scaffold will be erected and secured has been considered
      ‐ calculate weight distribution and load balance
      ‐ confirm the materials and component make-up (tube and fitting, systems scaffold
      ‐ set out and prepare for the scaffold structure
      ‐ erect and secure the following scaffolds: drop, hung and load bearing scaffolds, scaffolds with restricted access and build restrictions, truss out
      ‐ erect and secure scaffold for the use of other occupations
      ‐ dismantle and remove overhead scaffolds
      ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
      ‐ install ties and test anchors
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • teamwork and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with erecting and dismantling overhead scaffold structures
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work:
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and specialist:
      ‐ tube and fitting
      ‐ systems scaffold
      ‐ associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties, boards, plates, beams, ladders, proprietary components)
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to erect and dismantle overhead scaffold structures
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative, vehicles
      suite
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    8. Erect and dismantle pedestrian access lift or roof saddle
      COSVR251 This standard is about preparing, erecting and dismantling pedestrian access lifts and roof saddles, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • the accident reporting procedures and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpret plans, drawings, method statements, risk assessments, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoid of risk by following the given information relating to the following:
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • dealing with the public
      • specific risks to health
      3. select of resources associated with own work:
      • materials, components, fixings, anchors and ties
      • tools and equipment
      • access equipment
      4. protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy workspace
      6. dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstrate work skills to measure, set out, assemble, fix, position, secure and remove
      8. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and access equipment
      9. erect and dismantle pedestrian access lift or roof saddle to given working instructions using either of the following materials and component make-up:
      • tube and fitting
      • systems scaffold
      10. complete own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with:
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment:
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      15. Information
      • plans, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and regulations and official guidance associated with
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools, ancillary equipment and access equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method, area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ confirm the area to erect the pavement gantry or roof scaffold
      ‐ confirm that the stability of the foundation or structure on which the scaffold will be erected and secured has been considered
      ‐ confirm the materials and component make-up (tube and fitting, systems scaffold)
      ‐ set out and prepare for the scaffold structure
      ‐ erect, secure, dismantle and remove scaffold structure
      ‐ erect, secure, dismantle and remove gantries and saddles for pavement gantry and roof scaffolds
      ‐ erect and secure the scaffold
      ‐ deal with the public and third parties
      ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
      ‐ install ties and test anchors
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • teamwork and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with erecting and dismantling pavement gantry or roof scaffolds
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work:
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and specialist:
      ‐ tube and fitting
      ‐ systems scaffold
      ‐ associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties, boards, plates, beams, ladders, proprietary components )
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to erect and dismantle pavement gantry or roof scaffolds
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative, vehicles
      suite
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    9. Erect and dismantle shoring scaffolds
      COSVR408 This standard is about preparing, erecting and dismantling dead shore, raking-shore and flying-shore scaffold systems, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • the accident reporting procedures and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpret plans, drawings and sketches, method statements, risk assessments, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoid of risk by following the given information relating to the following:
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. select of resources associated with own work:
      • materials, components, fixings, anchors and ties
      • tools and equipment
      4. protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstrate work skills to measure, set out, assemble, fix, position, secure and remove
      8. use and maintain hand tools and ancillary equipment
      9. erect and dismantle tube and fitting and/or systems scaffold to given working instructions to form at least two of the following
      • raking-shore scaffolds
      • flying-shore scaffolds
      • dead shore scaffolds
      10. complete of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with:
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment:
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      15. Information
      • plans, drawings and sketches, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, standards, regulations and official guidance associated with scaffolding work
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method, area of work and materials used, to
      ‐ identify requirements of scaffold drawings and formula
      ‐ confirm the area to erect the shoring scaffold
      ‐ confirm that the stability of the foundation and structure on which the scaffold will be erected and secured has been considered
      ‐ calculate weight distribution and load balance
      ‐ confirm the materials and component make-up (tube and fitting, systems scaffold)
      ‐ set out and prepare for the scaffold structure
      ‐ erect and secure the scaffold for the use of other occupations
      ‐ dismantle and remove scaffold structure
      ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
      ‐ install ties and test anchors
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • teamwork and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with erecting and dismantling shoring scaffolds
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work:
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and specialist:
      ‐ tube and fitting
      ‐ systems scaffold
      ‐ associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties, boards, plates, beams, ladders, proprietary components)
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to erect and dismantle shoring scaffolds
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative, vehicles
      suite
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    10. Erect and dismantle temporary roof scaffolds
      COSVR609 This standard is about preparing, erecting and dismantling temporary roof scaffolds incorporating towers, independent scaffolds and beams, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • the accident reporting procedures and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpret plans, drawings and sketches, method statements, risk assessments, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoid risk by following the given information relating to the following:
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment and fall arrest equipment to carry out the activity
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. select resources associated with own work:
      • materials, components, fixings, anchors and ties
      • tools and equipment
      • lifting accessories
      • access equipment
      4. protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy workspace
      6. dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstrate work skills to measure, set out, assemble, fix, position, secure and remove
      8. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment, lifting accessories and access equipment
      9. erect and dismantle tube and fitting or systems scaffold to given working instructions to form the following:
      • mobile temporary roofs
      • prefabricated roof scaffolds
      • beams
      10. complete own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with:
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment:
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      15. Information
      • plans, drawings and sketches, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, standards, regulations and official guidance associated with scaffolding work
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools, ancillary equipment and access equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method, area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ identify requirements of scaffold design drawings and formula
      ‐ confirm the area to erect the temporary roof scaffold
      ‐ confirm that the stability of the foundation or structure on which the scaffold will be erected and secured has been considered
      ‐ calculate weight distribution and load balance
      ‐ confirm the materials and component make-up (tube and fitting, systems scaffold)
      ‐ set out and prepare for the scaffold structure
      ‐ erect, secure, dismantle and remove the following: temporary roof scaffolds, structures using independent scaffolds and beams, mobile temporary roofs, prefabricated roof caffolds
      ‐ erect and secure the scaffold for the use of other occupations
      ‐ work with lifting equipment and accessories
      ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
      ‐ install ties and test anchors
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with erecting and dismantling temporary roof scaffold structures
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and specialist:
      ‐ tube and fitting
      ‐ systems scaffold
      ‐ associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties, boards, plates, beams, ladders, proprietary components)
      ‐ lifting accessories
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to erect and dismantle temporary roof scaffold structures
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative, vehicles
      suite
      Accessing Operations and Rigging (Construction)
    11. Erect and remove specialist access equipment
      cosvr254 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 preparing, positioning, securing and removing specialist access equipment (ladders, tower scaffolds and suspended platforms)
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components, fixings/anchors and ties
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, position, assemble, fix, check, secure, dismantle and remove
      8. use and maintain hand tools and ancillary equipment
      9. erect and remove specialist equipment for accessing to given working instructions for at least one of the following occupational areas and its access equipment
      • steeplejacking: vertical ladders and roof ladders
      • lightning conductor engineering: roof ladders, tower scaffolds and crawler boards
      • rigging suspended access equipment: suspended platforms
      • rigging structures used in entertainment: vertical ladders, rope ladders and crawler boards
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, regulations and official guidance associated with accessing work
      15. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      16. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and ancillary equipment
      17. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ identify the occupational environment
      ‐ confirm the type of access equipment (vertical ladders, roof ladders, crawler boards, rope ladders, cradles, bosun's seats, metal sections and suspended platforms)
      ‐ check and prepare to erect specialist access equipment
      ‐ position, erect and secure the equipment
      ‐ dismantle and remove the equipment
      ‐ install and test anchors and ties
      ‐ identify the inspection criteria for completed specialist access equipment
      ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
      ‐ use hand tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with erecting and removing specialised access equipment
      18. personal protective equipment (PPE)
      • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
      ‐ vertical ladders
      ‐ roof ladders
      ‐ crawler boards
      ‐ rope ladders
      ‐ cradles
      ‐ bosun's seats
      ‐ decking frames
      ‐ associated securing materials (rope, lashings, clamps, anchors, ties)
      ‐ hand tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity and length associated with the method/procedure to erect and remove specialist access equipment
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Construction Design Management Coordination Level 4 NOS
    12. Erect specialised, designed scaffolds and rigging
      COSVR405 This standard is about preparing, planning, setting out and erecting scaffold and rigging to a design, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • the accident reporting procedures and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpret plans, drawings and sketches, method statements, risk assessments specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoid risk by following the given information relating to the following:
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. select resources associated with own work:
      • materials, components, fixings, anchors and ties
      • tools and equipment
      • access equipment
      4. protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy workspace
      6. dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstrate work skills to inspect, measure, position, set out, evaluate, organise
      8. use and maintain hand tools, measuring and calculation tools, ancillary equipment and access equipment
      9. erect an engineer's designed specialised scaffold and rigging structure to given working instructions for at least one of the following occupational areas:
      • scaffolding
      • steeplejacking
      • rigging – structures used in entertainment
      • rigging – suspended access equipment
      • off-shore scaffolding
      10. complete own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with:
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment:
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      15. Information
      • plans, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, standards, regulations and official guidance
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools, measuring and calculation tools, ancillary equipment and access equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ refer to survey and site inspection for the specialised, designed scaffold and rigging requirement
      ‐ confirm that the stability of the foundation and structure on which the scaffold will be erected and secured has been considered
      ‐ measure and evaluate the scope and design of the scaffold and rigging
      ‐ plan for and organise resources to erect the scaffold and rigging to the design
      ‐ confirm and set out for the scaffold and rigging to be erected
      ‐ erect scaffolds for use by other occupations
      ‐ maintain records and document design of scaffold and rigging
      ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
      ‐ install ties and test anchors
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, measuring and calculation tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • teamwork and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with the erection of specialised, designed scaffolds and rigging
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work:
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and specialist:
      ‐ tube and fitting
      ‐ systems scaffold
      ‐ associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties, boards, plates, beams, ladders, proprietary components)
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools, measuring and calculation tools and ancillary equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to erect specialised, designed scaffolds and rigging
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative, vehicles
      suite
      Accessing Operations and Rigging (Construction)
    13. Inspect scaffolding and rigging systems
      COSVR411 This standard is about preparing for and inspecting the integrity and security of scaffolding and rigging systems, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using resources.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • the accident reporting procedures and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpret plans, drawings and sketches, method statements, risk assessments, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoid of risk by following the given information relating to the following:
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. select resources associated with own work
      4. protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy workspace
      6. dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstrate work skills to measure, check and record
      8. use and maintain inspection and recording equipment
      9. inspect scaffolding and rigging systems for compliance with current legislation and issue an inspection or thorough examination certificate
      10. complete own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation: and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment:
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      15. Information
      • plans, drawings and sketches, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, standards, regulations and official guidance associated with scaffolding and rigging
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of inspection and recording equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method, area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ identify the location and the type of scaffolding and rigging arrangement for inspection
      ‐ confirm frequency of inspection and thorough examination
      ‐ inspect stability and security of the scaffold and rigging structures
      ‐ confirm that the structure complies with current legislation and approved practices
      ‐ communicate with appropriate personnel for corrections to the structure that will uphold its integrity and security
      ‐ record and report findings
      ‐ issue appropriate certification
      ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
      ‐ use inspection and recording equipment
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with inspecting scaffold and rigging structures
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • inspection and recording equipment
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative, vehicles
      suite
      Accessing Operations and Rigging (Construction)
    14. Utilise provision of fall protection systems
      COSVR252 This standard is about preparing and utilising provision of fall protection systems, interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • the accident reporting procedures and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpret plans, drawings and sketches, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information and users' instructions related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoid risk by complying with the given information relating to the following:
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. select resources associated with own work:
      • materials and components
      • tools and equipment
      4. protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy workspace
      6. dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstrate work skills to wear, attach, set out, position, secure, check and remove
      8. use and maintain hand tools and fall protection systems and equipment
      9. employ and utilise fall protection systems and equipment to given working instructions, using recognised anchor points, for at least two of the following:
      • scaffold and/or rigging
      • secured steelwork structures
      • wire and rope systems
      • permanently installed anchorage points
      • temporary anchorage points
      • track systems
      • proprietary systems
      10. complete own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with:
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activitie
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment:
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      15. Information
      • plans, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, regulations and official guidance associated with the provision of fall protection systems
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools, fall protection systems and equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method, area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ locate and position fall protection systems
      ‐ wear safety harnesses, attach and secure to fall protection system’s equipment
      ‐ identify the differences between, fall arrest, restraint, work positioning of rope access, access systems and harnesses
      ‐ identify the differences between shock absorbent and restraining lanyards
      ‐ visually inspect the fall protection system and equipment for security, safety and operational movement
      ‐ identify the thorough examination and test criteria for fall protection equipment (inertia reels, eyebolts and anchor points)
      ‐ apply hierarchy of control measures for working at height
      ‐ detach and remove fall protection attire and equipment
      ‐ comply with a rescue plan
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools
      ‐ use access equipment
      • teamwork and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with utilising provision of fall protection systems
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work:
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist;
      ‐ collective protective equipment
      ‐ full body harness and associated personal equipment
      ‐ lanyard with and without shock absorber
      ‐ associated hooks, rings and buckles
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to utilise provision for fall protection
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative, vehicles
      suite
      1. Accessing Operations and Rigging (Construction)
      2. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    duty
    1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
    2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
    3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
    4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
    5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
    6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
    7. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe work practices
    knowledge
    1. Interpretation of information
    • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
    • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
    • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
    2. Safe work practices
    • current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • the accident reporting procedures and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
    3. Selection of resources
    • the characteristics, quality, uses, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
    • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
    • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
    • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    4. Minimise the risk of damage
    • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
    • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
    5. Meet the contract specification
    • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
    • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
    6. Allocated time
    • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
    7. Selection of resources
    • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
    • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
    • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
    • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    8. Interpretation of information
    • organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
    • types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
    • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
    9. Safe work practices
    • current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
    10. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
    context
    1. interpret plans, drawings and sketches, method statements, risk assessments, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    2. avoid risk by following the given information relating to the following:
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use of access equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    3. select resources associated with own work:
    • materials, components, fixings, anchors and ties
    • tools and equipment
    4. protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
    5. maintain a clear and tidy workspace
    6. dispose of waste in accordance with current legislation
    7. demonstrate work skills to measure, position, fit, secure, dismantle and remove
    8. use and maintain hand tools, protection equipment and access equipment
    9. install and remove equipment to given working instructions relating to:
    • public protection
    • worker protection
    • environmental protection
    10. complet own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
    11. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    12. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with:
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    13. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    14. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment:
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    15. Information
    • plans,drawings and sketches, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, standards, regulations and official guidance associated with the provision of safeguards and protection
    16. Legislation and official guidance
    • the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    17. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools, ancillary equipment and access equipment
    18. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method, area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ identify the requirements and confirm materials and method for fitting guards and barriers for the protection of the public, workers and environment
    ‐ measure and prepare for fitting guards, barriers and screens
    ‐ position, fit and secure guards, barriers and screens
    ‐ dismantle and remove guards, barriers and screens
    ‐ install and test anchors and ties
    ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with equipping scaffolds with safeguards and environmental protection
    19. Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work:
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    20. Programme
    • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    21. Protect work
    • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
    22. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and specialist:
    ‐ sheeting and netting
    ‐ boards and timber-based sheets
    ‐ tubes, fittings, clamps, couplers, anchors and ties
    ‐ rope, cord and tape
    ‐ protection equipment
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to equip scaffolding with operational safeguards and environmental protection
    23. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company and operative, vehicles
    24. interpret plans, drawings and sketches, method statements, risk assessments, specifications and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    25. avoid risk by following the given information relating of the following:
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use of access equipment
    • safe use, and storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    26. select resources associated with own work:
    • materials and components
    • tools and equipment
    27. demonstrate work skills to move, position/erect, secure, check, dismantle and remove
    28. use and maintain hand tools and ancillary equipment
    29. erect, dismantle and store at least two of the following access equipment to given access regulations:
    • ladders/crawler boards
    • stepladders/platform steps
    • proprietary towers
    • trestle platforms
    • mobile scaffold towers
    • proprietary staging/podiums
    30. complete own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
    31. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    32. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    33. Information
    • plans, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and regulations and official guidance associated with Legislation and official guidance
    34. Legislation and official guidance
    • operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    35. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    36. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method,area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ provide protection to the work area
    ‐ establish a base for equipment
    ‐ erect proprietary access equipment to manufacturer’s instructions suitable for the work
    ‐ erect non-proprietary access equipment suitable for the work
    ‐ place protective screens and notices
    ‐ check/monitor equipment during the period of use
    ‐ dismantle and store access equipment
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ use tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • teamwork and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with erecting and dismantling access/working platforms
    37. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
    ‐ ladders/crawler boards
    ‐ stepladders/platform steps
    ‐ trestles
    ‐ proprietary staging/podiums
    ‐ proprietary towers
    ‐ mobile scaffold towers
    ‐ protection equipment and notices
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity of equipment required for the method and procedure to erect and dismantle access/working platforms
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    38. select resources associated with own work:
    • materials, components, fixings, anchors and ties
    • tools and equipment
    • access equipment
    39. demonstrate work skills to measure, set out, assemble, fix, position, secure and remove
    40. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and access equipment
    41. erect and dismantle at least one of the following cantilever scaffolds to given working instructions using either tube and fitting or system scaffold:
    • cantilever truss out
    • cantilever fan
    42. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
    43. Information
    • plans, drawings and sketches, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, standards, regulations and official guidance associated with scaffolding work
    44. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method, area of work and materials used, to:
    ‐ confirm the area to erect the cantilever scaffold
    ‐ confirm that the stability of the foundation and structure on which the scaffold will be erected and secured has been considered
    ‐ confirm the materials and component make-up (tube and fitting, systems scaffold)
    ‐ identify the differences between cantilever truss and cantilever fan
    ‐ set out and prepare for the scaffold structure
    ‐ erect and secure the scaffold (needles, spurs and check fittings)
    ‐ dismantle and remove cantilever scaffold structures
    ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
    ‐ install ties and test anchors
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • teamwork and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with erecting and dismantling cantilever scaffolds
    45. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and specialist:
    ‐ tube and fitting
    ‐ systems scaffold
    ‐ associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties, boards, plates, beams, ladders, proprietary components)
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating length and area associated with the method and procedure to erect and dismantle cantilever scaffolds
    46. select resources associated with own work
    • materials, components, fixings, anchors and ties
    • tools and equipment
    47. erect and dismantle tube and fitting or systems scaffold to given working instructions to form falsework scaffolds (live loads)
    48. Legislation and official guidance
    • the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    49. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools, and ancillary equipment
    50. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method, area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ identify requirements of scaffold drawings and formula
    ‐ confirm the area to erect falsework scaffolds
    ‐ confirm that the stability of the foundation and structure on which the scaffold will be erected and secured has been considered
    ‐ calculate weight distribution and load balance (live loads)
    ‐ confirm the materials and component make-up (tube and fitting, systems scaffold)
    ‐ set out and prepare for the scaffold structure
    ‐ erect and secure the scaffold for the use of other occupations
    ‐ dismantle and remove falsework scaffolds
    ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • teamwork and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with erecting and dismantling falsework scaffolds
    51. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and specialist:
    ‐ tube and fitting
    ‐ systems scaffold
    ‐ associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties, boards, plates, beams, ladders, proprietary components)
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to erect and dismantle falsework scaffolds
    52. interpret plans, drawings, sketches, method statements, risk assessments, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    53. dispose waste in accordance with current legislation
    54. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and access equipment
    55. erect and dismantle independent and birdcage scaffolds to given working instructions for one of the following:
    • tube and fitting
    • systems scaffold
    56. erect and dismantle bridging beam work within either independent or birdcage scaffold
    57. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    58. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    59. Information
    • plans, drawings and sketches, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' technical information, regulations and official guidance associated with scaffolding work
    60. Legislation and official guidance
    • responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    61. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ confirm the area to erect the independent and birdcage scaffolds
    ‐ confirm that the stability of the foundation and structure on which the scaffold will be erected and secured has been considered
    ‐ identify the technical differences between independent and birdcage scaffolds
    ‐ confirm the materials and component make-up (tube and fitting, systems scaffolds)
    ‐ set out and prepare for the erection of independent and birdcage scaffolds
    ‐ erect and secure scaffolds
    ‐ dismantle and remove independent and birdcage scaffolds
    ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
    ‐ install ties and test anchors
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • teamwork and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with erecting and dismantling independent and birdcage scaffolds
    62. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and specialist:
    ‐ tube and fitting
    ‐ systems scaffold
    ‐ associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties, boards, plates, beams, ladders, proprietary components)
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to erect and dismantle independent and birdcage scaffolds
    63. erect and dismantle mobile or static scaffold towers to given working instructions using either of the following materials and component make-up:
    • tube and fitting
    • systems scaffold.
    64. complete own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and client
    65. Information
    • plans, drawings and sketches, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and regulations and official guidance associated with scaffolding work
    66. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ confirm the area to erect the scaffold tower
    ‐ confirm that the stability of the foundation or structure on which the mobile or static scaffold tower will be erected and secured has been considered
    ‐ confirm the materials and component make-up (tube and fitting, systems scaffold)
    ‐ set out and prepare for the scaffold structure
    ‐ identify base and height ratio
    ‐ employ outriggers
    ‐ install ties and test anchors
    ‐ erect scaffold towers for support and access
    ‐ erect and secure the scaffold
    ‐ dismantle and remove scaffold tower
    ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment and move
    • teamwork and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with erecting and dismantling mobile or static scaffold towers
    67. Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    68. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and specialist:
    ‐ tube and fitting
    ‐ systems scaffold
    ‐ associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties, boards, plates, beams, ladders, wheels, proprietary components)
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to erect and dismantle mobile and static scaffold towers
    69. interpret plans, drawings and sketches, method statements, risk assessments specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    70. select resources associated with own work:
    • materials, components, fixings/anchors and ties
    • tools and equipment
    • access equipment
    71. maintain a clear and tidy work space
    72. erect and dismantle tube and fitting and/or system scaffold for overhead scaffolds, to given working instructions, to form at least two of the following:
    • drop scaffolds
    • hung scaffolds
    • scaffolds to span gaps (bridging)
    • load bearing scaffold
    • scaffolds with restricted access or build restrictions
    • truss out
    73. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method, area of work and materials used, to:
    ‐ identify requirements of scaffold design drawings and formula
    ‐ confirm the area to erect the overhead scaffold
    ‐ confirm the stability of the foundation/structure on which the scaffold will be erected and secured has been considered
    ‐ calculate weight distribution and load balance
    ‐ confirm the materials and component make-up (tube and fitting, systems scaffold
    ‐ set out and prepare for the scaffold structure
    ‐ erect and secure the following scaffolds: drop, hung and load bearing scaffolds, scaffolds with restricted access and build restrictions, truss out
    ‐ erect and secure scaffold for the use of other occupations
    ‐ dismantle and remove overhead scaffolds
    ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
    ‐ install ties and test anchors
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • teamwork and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with erecting and dismantling overhead scaffold structures
    74. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and specialist:
    ‐ tube and fitting
    ‐ systems scaffold
    ‐ associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties, boards, plates, beams, ladders, proprietary components)
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to erect and dismantle overhead scaffold structures
    75. interpret plans, drawings, method statements, risk assessments, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    76. avoid of risk by following the given information relating to the following:
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use of access equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • dealing with the public
    • specific risks to health
    77. select of resources associated with own work:
    • materials, components, fixings, anchors and ties
    • tools and equipment
    • access equipment
    78. erect and dismantle pedestrian access lift or roof saddle to given working instructions using either of the following materials and component make-up:
    • tube and fitting
    • systems scaffold
    79. Information
    • plans, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and regulations and official guidance associated with
    80. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method, area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ confirm the area to erect the pavement gantry or roof scaffold
    ‐ confirm that the stability of the foundation or structure on which the scaffold will be erected and secured has been considered
    ‐ confirm the materials and component make-up (tube and fitting, systems scaffold)
    ‐ set out and prepare for the scaffold structure
    ‐ erect, secure, dismantle and remove scaffold structure
    ‐ erect, secure, dismantle and remove gantries and saddles for pavement gantry and roof scaffolds
    ‐ erect and secure the scaffold
    ‐ deal with the public and third parties
    ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
    ‐ install ties and test anchors
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • teamwork and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with erecting and dismantling pavement gantry or roof scaffolds
    81. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and specialist:
    ‐ tube and fitting
    ‐ systems scaffold
    ‐ associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties, boards, plates, beams, ladders, proprietary components )
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to erect and dismantle pavement gantry or roof scaffolds
    82. avoid of risk by following the given information relating to the following:
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use of access equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    83. select of resources associated with own work:
    • materials, components, fixings, anchors and ties
    • tools and equipment
    84. erect and dismantle tube and fitting and/or systems scaffold to given working instructions to form at least two of the following
    • raking-shore scaffolds
    • flying-shore scaffolds
    • dead shore scaffolds
    85. complete of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
    86. Legislation and official guidance
    • the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    87. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method, area of work and materials used, to
    ‐ identify requirements of scaffold drawings and formula
    ‐ confirm the area to erect the shoring scaffold
    ‐ confirm that the stability of the foundation and structure on which the scaffold will be erected and secured has been considered
    ‐ calculate weight distribution and load balance
    ‐ confirm the materials and component make-up (tube and fitting, systems scaffold)
    ‐ set out and prepare for the scaffold structure
    ‐ erect and secure the scaffold for the use of other occupations
    ‐ dismantle and remove scaffold structure
    ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
    ‐ install ties and test anchors
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • teamwork and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with erecting and dismantling shoring scaffolds
    88. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and specialist:
    ‐ tube and fitting
    ‐ systems scaffold
    ‐ associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties, boards, plates, beams, ladders, proprietary components)
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to erect and dismantle shoring scaffolds
    89. avoid risk by following the given information relating to the following:
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use of access equipment and fall arrest equipment to carry out the activity
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    90. select resources associated with own work:
    • materials, components, fixings, anchors and ties
    • tools and equipment
    • lifting accessories
    • access equipment
    91. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment, lifting accessories and access equipment
    92. erect and dismantle tube and fitting or systems scaffold to given working instructions to form the following:
    • mobile temporary roofs
    • prefabricated roof scaffolds
    • beams
    93. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method, area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ identify requirements of scaffold design drawings and formula
    ‐ confirm the area to erect the temporary roof scaffold
    ‐ confirm that the stability of the foundation or structure on which the scaffold will be erected and secured has been considered
    ‐ calculate weight distribution and load balance
    ‐ confirm the materials and component make-up (tube and fitting, systems scaffold)
    ‐ set out and prepare for the scaffold structure
    ‐ erect, secure, dismantle and remove the following: temporary roof scaffolds, structures using independent scaffolds and beams, mobile temporary roofs, prefabricated roof caffolds
    ‐ erect and secure the scaffold for the use of other occupations
    ‐ work with lifting equipment and accessories
    ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
    ‐ install ties and test anchors
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with erecting and dismantling temporary roof scaffold structures
    94. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and specialist:
    ‐ tube and fitting
    ‐ systems scaffold
    ‐ associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties, boards, plates, beams, ladders, proprietary components)
    ‐ lifting accessories
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to erect and dismantle temporary roof scaffold structures
    95. demonstrate work skills to inspect, measure, position, set out, evaluate, organise
    96. use and maintain hand tools, measuring and calculation tools, ancillary equipment and access equipment
    97. erect an engineer's designed specialised scaffold and rigging structure to given working instructions for at least one of the following occupational areas:
    • scaffolding
    • steeplejacking
    • rigging – structures used in entertainment
    • rigging – suspended access equipment
    • off-shore scaffolding
    98. Information
    • plans, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, standards, regulations and official guidance
    99. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools, measuring and calculation tools, ancillary equipment and access equipment
    100. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ refer to survey and site inspection for the specialised, designed scaffold and rigging requirement
    ‐ confirm that the stability of the foundation and structure on which the scaffold will be erected and secured has been considered
    ‐ measure and evaluate the scope and design of the scaffold and rigging
    ‐ plan for and organise resources to erect the scaffold and rigging to the design
    ‐ confirm and set out for the scaffold and rigging to be erected
    ‐ erect scaffolds for use by other occupations
    ‐ maintain records and document design of scaffold and rigging
    ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
    ‐ install ties and test anchors
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, measuring and calculation tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • teamwork and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with the erection of specialised, designed scaffolds and rigging
    101. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and specialist:
    ‐ tube and fitting
    ‐ systems scaffold
    ‐ associated materials (props, ropes, anchors, ties, boards, plates, beams, ladders, proprietary components)
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools, measuring and calculation tools and ancillary equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to erect specialised, designed scaffolds and rigging
    102. select resources associated with own work
    103. demonstrate work skills to measure, check and record
    104. use and maintain inspection and recording equipment
    105. inspect scaffolding and rigging systems for compliance with current legislation and issue an inspection or thorough examination certificate
    106. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation: and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    107. Information
    • plans, drawings and sketches, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, standards, regulations and official guidance associated with scaffolding and rigging
    108. Maintenance
    • operative care of inspection and recording equipment
    109. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the method, area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ identify the location and the type of scaffolding and rigging arrangement for inspection
    ‐ confirm frequency of inspection and thorough examination
    ‐ inspect stability and security of the scaffold and rigging structures
    ‐ confirm that the structure complies with current legislation and approved practices
    ‐ communicate with appropriate personnel for corrections to the structure that will uphold its integrity and security
    ‐ record and report findings
    ‐ issue appropriate certification
    ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
    ‐ use inspection and recording equipment
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with inspecting scaffold and rigging structures
    110. Resources
    • inspection and recording equipment
    111. interpret plans, drawings and sketches, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information and users' instructions related to the work to be carried out
    112. avoid risk by complying with the given information relating to the following:
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use of access equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    113. demonstrate work skills to wear, attach, set out, position, secure, check and remove
    114. use and maintain hand tools and fall protection systems and equipment
    115. employ and utilise fall protection systems and equipment to given working instructions, using recognised anchor points, for at least two of the following:
    • scaffold and/or rigging
    • secured steelwork structures
    • wire and rope systems
    • permanently installed anchorage points
    • temporary anchorage points
    • track systems
    • proprietary systems
    116. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with:
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activitie
    117. Information
    • plans, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, regulations and official guidance associated with the provision of fall protection systems
    118. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools, fall protection systems and equipment
    119. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method, area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ locate and position fall protection systems
    ‐ wear safety harnesses, attach and secure to fall protection system’s equipment
    ‐ identify the differences between, fall arrest, restraint, work positioning of rope access, access systems and harnesses
    ‐ identify the differences between shock absorbent and restraining lanyards
    ‐ visually inspect the fall protection system and equipment for security, safety and operational movement
    ‐ identify the thorough examination and test criteria for fall protection equipment (inertia reels, eyebolts and anchor points)
    ‐ apply hierarchy of control measures for working at height
    ‐ detach and remove fall protection attire and equipment
    ‐ comply with a rescue plan
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools
    ‐ use access equipment
    • teamwork and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with utilising provision of fall protection systems
    120. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist;
    ‐ collective protective equipment
    ‐ full body harness and associated personal equipment
    ‐ lanyard with and without shock absorber
    ‐ associated hooks, rings and buckles
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to utilise provision for fall protection
    121. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    122. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • safe use of access equipment
    • safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
    123. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials, components, fixings/anchors and ties
    • tools and equipment
    124. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
    125. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
    126. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
    127. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, position, assemble, fix, check, secure, dismantle and remove
    128. erect and remove specialist equipment for accessing to given working instructions for at least one of the following occupational areas and its access equipment
    • steeplejacking: vertical ladders and roof ladders
    • lightning conductor engineering: roof ladders, tower scaffolds and crawler boards
    • rigging suspended access equipment: suspended platforms
    • rigging structures used in entertainment: vertical ladders, rope ladders and crawler boards
    129. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    130. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    131. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, regulations and official guidance associated with accessing work
    132. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    133. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools and ancillary equipment
    134. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ identify the occupational environment
    ‐ confirm the type of access equipment (vertical ladders, roof ladders, crawler boards, rope ladders, cradles, bosun's seats, metal sections and suspended platforms)
    ‐ check and prepare to erect specialist access equipment
    ‐ position, erect and secure the equipment
    ‐ dismantle and remove the equipment
    ‐ install and test anchors and ties
    ‐ identify the inspection criteria for completed specialist access equipment
    ‐ visually inspect fall protection equipment
    ‐ use hand tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with erecting and removing specialised access equipment
    135. personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
    136. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
    ‐ vertical ladders
    ‐ roof ladders
    ‐ crawler boards
    ‐ rope ladders
    ‐ cradles
    ‐ bosun's seats
    ‐ decking frames
    ‐ associated securing materials (rope, lashings, clamps, anchors, ties)
    ‐ hand tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity and length associated with the method/procedure to erect and remove specialist access equipment
    137. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company and operative
  15. Road Construction Operatives
    responsibility
    1. Apply and remove pavement markings manually
      cosvr377 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 preparing for, applying and removing pavement markings manually
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark, position, prepare, and communicate
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. apply and remove pavement markings manually to given specifications and working instructions for at least one of the following
      • permanent markings (thermoplastic applications and/or paint applications)
      • temporary markings (temporary preformed applications and temporary surface mounted studs)
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing temporary and permanent markings on pavement surfaces
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and/or portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ establish agreed time frame for pavement marking work
      ‐ prepare area, materials and equipment
      ‐ apply pavement markings manually
      ‐ remove pavement markings
      ‐ apply and remove temporary preformed applications
      ‐ install and remove temporary surface mounted studs
      ‐ communicate and co-ordinate progress
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with manually applying and removing pavement markings
      • Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      19. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      20. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      21. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
      ‐ thermoplastic materials
      ‐ adhesives
      ‐ paints
      ‐ temporary preformed materials
      ‐ temporary surface mounted studs
      ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to apply pavement markings
      22. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Road building and Maintenance
    2. Apply specialist pavement surfacing materials manually
      COSVR383 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment, preparing for and manually applying slurry surfacing, high friction, resin bonded, thermal patch repair, crack and joint repair to pavements.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark, position, dry, clean, mask, prime, seal, mix, heat and decant, spread, cure, inspect and communicate
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare for and manually apply specialist pavement surfacing materials using at least one of the following surfacing methods to given working instructions
      • slurry surfacing, mixing, squeegee operations and protect for the curing process
      • high friction (cold applied) mix materials, apply, spread aggregate and protect for the curing process
      • high friction (hot applied) heat and mix materials and monitor temperatures, lay, spread aggregate evenly and protect for the curing process
      • resin bonded, mixing multi packs, mix materials, squeegee and levelling operations, floating and protect for the curing process
      • thermal patch repair heat, remove, rake, mix, compact, level and finish and protect for the curing process
      • crack and joint repair mix, prepare surface and apply, finish and protect for the curing process
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions and current regulations relating to applying specialist pavement surfacing materials manually
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
      ‐ establish an agreed time frame for treatment
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ prepare substrate, to include measuring, setting out, marking out, drying, cleaning and repairing
      ‐ prepare equipment to apply specialist pavement surfacing materials manually
      ‐ protect and work around street furniture and ironwork
      ‐ prepare materials, to include storing, handling and mixing
      ‐ apply materials to prepared surfaces, to include heating, pouring, laying, screeding, spreading and floating
      ‐ work with, in close proximity to and around plant and machinery
      ‐ remove and dispose of arisings
      ‐ communicate and co-ordinate progress on specialist treatment
      ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools, pedestrian operated plant and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with applying specialist pavement surfacing materials manually
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of productivity targets and time scales
      • how times are estimated
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ primers, epoxy or thermoplastic resins, bituminous emulsion, catalyst, doping agents, fibres, rubber, pigment and asphalt rejuvenators
      ‐ aggregates
      ‐ protection and masking materials
      ‐ mixer and mixer pot
      ‐ pre-heaters and thermal heaters
      ‐ hand tools, power tools, pedestrian operated plant and equipment
      • identify by calculation, quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to apply specialist pavement surfacing materials manually
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Road building and Maintenance
    3. Apply specialist road surfacing manually
      cosvr383 COSVR383 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 preparing for and manually applying slurry/microsurfacing and/or high friction
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills (as applicable to the surfacing) to measure, set out, mark, position, dry, clean, mask, prime, mix, spray, heat and decant, spread, roll, cure, inspect and communicate
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare for and manually apply specialist road surfacing using at least one of the following methods to given working instructions
      • slurry/microsurfacing
      • high friction surfacing (cold applied)
      • high friction surfacing (hot applied)
      • surface dressing
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information and current regulations relating to slurry/micro surfacing or high friction
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and/or portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ establish an agreed time frame for resurfacing
      ‐ prepare substrate, to include measuring, setting out, marking out, drying, cleaning and repairing
      ‐ prepare equipment as necessary
      ‐ level and realign ironwork
      ‐ prepare materials, to include storing, handling and mixing
      ‐ apply materials to prepared surfaces, to include heating, pouring, screeding and spreading
      ‐ remove and dispose of arisings
      ‐ communicate and co-ordinate progress on specialist resurfacing
      ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with manually applying specialist road surfacing
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
      ‐ primers, epoxy or thermoplastic resins, bituminous emulsion, catalyst, doping agents, fibres, rubber, pigment
      ‐ aggregate, calcined bauxite
      ‐ masking tape
      ‐ mixer and mixer pot
      ‐ heater
      ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
      • of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to manually apply specialist road surfacing
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Construction Operations and Civil Engineering Services (Construction)
    4. Form and finish excavations manually
      COSVR373 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment to form and finish excavations manually including excavating around services.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable , and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      behaviour
      1. Work safely: consider the safety of yourself and those around you, challenge unsafe behaviour
      2. Effective communication: oral, written, electronic, listening, body language, presentation
      3. Respect: apply equality, diversity and inclusion in dealing with others
      4. Team work: work effectively and safely with others with limited supervision
      5. Independent working: take responsibility for safe completion of your own work
      6. Logical thinking: use clear and valid reasoning when making decisions to safely undertake the work instructions
      7. Working effectively: undertake the work in a reliable, safe and productive manner
      8. Time management: use own time effectively to complete the work instructions to schedule, take the time to be safe
      9. Adaptability: be able to adjust to changes to the work instructions, put safety first
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and method statements related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials and components
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to check, locate, measure, mark out, excavate and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. form and finish excavations manually to given working instructions
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, permits, current legislation and official guidance governing excavations and the support of excavations
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ locate, position, identify and confirm the type of surface and sub-surface composition including ground water
      ‐ conform to agreed specifications
      ‐ plan, prepare, set out and mark out excavations
      ‐ remove surface courses, street furniture and sub-surface structures
      ‐ protect and monitor adjacent structures
      ‐ excavate, form and finish ground manually
      ‐ recognise changes in ground conditions, ground water conditions, soil types and excavation stability
      ‐ recognise the dangers of loads and structures at the edge of excavations
      ‐ identify and locate utility services, excavate around services and protect
      ‐ monitor and check accuracy during progress and on completion of work
      ‐ recognise inspection and test criteria for excavations
      ‐ identify and store excavated and reusable materials
      ‐ confirm the disposal of unusable materials
      ‐ recognise the need for positioning, securing and removing excavation supports
      ‐ provide for access and egress
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ use access equipment
      ‐ work at height
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with the formation and finishing of excavations manually
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of productivity targets, time scales
      • how times are estimated
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
      ‐ digging equipment
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • how to confirm resources and materials conform with the given specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area, volume and wastage associated with the method and procedure to form and finish excavations manually
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Construction and Civil Engineering Operations (Construction)
    5. Identify and mark the location of utilities apparatus and sub-structures
      COSVR372 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment, surveying, identifying and placing surface markings for utilities apparatus and sub-structures.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • t he organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, survey and utility company information and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      • others affected by the work
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials and components
      • tools and equipment
      • electronic location instruments
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, locate, identify, mark out, position, protect and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools, ancillary equipment and electronic instruments
      9. survey, identify and mark the location of utilities apparatus and sub-structures to given working instructions
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries, damage to utilities apparatus and sub structures
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, organisational and manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, current regulations and official guidance governing utilities
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools, ancillary equipment and electronic instruments
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
      ‐ ensure electronic equipment is calibrated
      ‐ c onform to agreed specification and local utility providers requirements
      ‐ identify utilities apparatus and sub-structures by electronic locators and visually
      ‐ confirm the type of service, including: gas, fuel, electric, communication, water, sewage
      ‐ work around street furniture and ironwork
      ‐ recognise identification markers for utility types
      ‐ confirm structures (foundations, inspection chambers, joint and junction boxes)
      ‐ confirm the impact of the natural environment (tree roots, watercourses)
      ‐ mark the position of utilities apparatus and sub-structures
      ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with identifying and marking the loacation of utilities apparatus and sub-structures
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of productivity targets and time scales
      • how times are estimated
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist:
      ‐ electronic location instruments
      ‐ marking materials and equipment
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ ancillary equipment
      • identify by calculation, quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to identify and mark the location of utilities apparatus and sub-structures
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Road building and Maintenance
      2. Accessing Operations and Rigging (Construction)
      3. Construction and Civil Engineering Operations (Construction)
    6. Implement, monitor and remove mobile traffic
      cosvr381 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 preparing for, implementing, monitoring and removing mobile traffic
      duty
      Implement, monitor and remove mobile traffic management on motorways and dual carriageways
      knowledge
      1. Implement, monitor and remove mobile traffic management on motorways and dual carriageways
      2. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      4. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      5. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      6. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      7. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. Implement, monitor and remove mobile traffic management on motorways and dual carriageways
      • interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, site inspections and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      • avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating the following
      ‐ methods of work
      ‐ safe use of health and safety control equipment
      ‐ safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
      ‐ identification of hazards associated with traffic management
      ‐ specific risks to health
      • selection of resources associated with own work
      ‐ materials, components and fixings
      ‐ tools and equipment
      • protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      • minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      • disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      • demonstration of work skills to set up, operate, communicate and coordinate
      • use and maintain hand tools and ancillary equipment
      • implement mobile traffic management on motorways and dual carriageways, with and/or without hard shoulders, to given working instructions relating to the following
      ‐ prepare mobile vehicles and equipment
      ‐ co-ordinate communications and procedures to implement mobile traffic management
      ‐ carry out traffic counts
      ‐ implement, monitor and remove mobile traffic management in accordance with recognised current legislation and official/statutory guidance
      2. Implement, monitor and remove mobile traffic management on motorways and dual carriageways
      • completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      3. Implement, monitor and remove mobile traffic management on motorways and dual carriageways
      4. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      5. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      6. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      7. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      8. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing mobile traffic
      9. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting and in live traffic situations
      10. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and ancillary equipment
      11. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ carry out checks and prepare vehicles and equipment to be used for mobile traffic management
      ‐ communicate and agree procedure for implementing mobile traffic management
      ‐ monitor traffic count for mobile traffic management
      ‐ implement and remove mobile traffic management according to the relevant regulatory requirements and official guidance
      • use hand tools and equipment team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with implementing, monitoring and removing mobile traffic management on motorways and dual carriageways
      12. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      13. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      14. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      15. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
      ‐ traffic control vehicles
      ‐ radio and electronic equipment
      ‐ hand tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure for implementing mobile traffic management on motorways and dual carriageways
      16. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Temporary Traffic Management (Construction)
    7. Install and remove emergency traffic management
      cosvr538 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 setting up, maintaining and removing emergency traffic management on motorways, high speed dual carriageways or rural and urban roads
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of instructions, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
      • flow and movement of traffic
      • completed point of work risk assessments
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials and components
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to plan, locate, set out, position, install, maintain and remove
      8. use and maintain hand tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install and remove emergency traffic management to given working instructions on motorways, high speed dual carriageways or rural and urban roads
      • select and prepare materials, components and equipment
      • unload and load traffic management equipment
      • co-ordinate communications and procedures for setting up and maintaining the emergency traffic management
      • maintain the operational integrity of the emergency traffic management components and equipment while in use
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, point of work risk assessment method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, current regulations and official guidance governing work on motorways, high speed dual carriageways, rural and urban roads
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and/or portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ liaise with incident controllers (police, ambulance, fire, highways agency, local authority)
      ‐ apply the principles of incident control including survey, assess, disseminate, casualties, hazards, access, location, emergency services and type (SADCHALET)
      ‐ identify a setting down location
      ‐ control the flow of traffic
      ‐ protect the scene of the incident from contamination, danger or damage by position of the incident support vehicle and controlling traffic flow
      ‐ deal with displaced and damaged equipment
      ‐ select and prepare materials, components and equipment
      ‐ unload and load traffic management equipment
      ‐ install and remove emergency traffic management systems
      ‐ co-ordinate communications and procedures for setting up and maintaining the emergency traffic management
      ‐ maintain the operational integrity of the emergency traffic management components and equipment while in use
      ‐ apply compliant relief measures, trapped traffic, reverse flow, road closure, diversion, lane restrictions
      ‐ record and communicate the resolution of the incident and the removal of the emergency traffic management
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      ‐ apply the principle of equality and diversity
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing and removing emergency traffic management
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
      ‐ traffic control equipment (cones, signs, lights, lamps, guards and barriers)
      ‐ communication equipment
      ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install and remove emergency traffic management
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Construction Operations and Civil Engineering Services (Construction)
    8. Install and remove permanent road studs legacy
      cosvr378 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark, position, fit, fix, secure and communicate
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install and remove permanent road studs to given working instructions relating to at least one of the following
      • inset milled stud
      • inset drilled stud
      • fixed surface mounted studs
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing permanent markings on pavement surfaces
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and/or portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ establish agreed time frame for installing or removing permanent road studs
      ‐ prepare area, materials and equipment for installing or removing permanent road studs
      ‐ install and remove milled, drilled and surface mounted road studs and permanent road studs
      ‐ remove permanent road studs
      ‐ communicate and co-ordinate progress on the installation of permanent road studs
      • use hand tools, power tools and equipment team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing permanent road studs
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
      ‐ road studs
      ‐ fixing materials
      ‐ hand and/or powered tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install permanent road studs
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Construction Contracting Operations Management
    9. Install street ironwork (metal, plastic, concrete and composite materials)
      COSVR366 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment, preparing for and installing or adjusting street ironwork to new and reinstated pavements.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be ke
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      • those affected by the work
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, position, fit, level, align and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install street ironwork (metal, plastic, concrete and composite materials) to new and/or reinstated pavements to given working instructions relating to the following
      • access covers and frames
      • gully grates and frames
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions and current regulations for installing street ironwork fixtures
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
      ‐ locate the area and position where the street ironwork is to be installed
      ‐ conform to agreed specifications
      ‐ remove, take up and set aside street ironworks
      ‐ confirm the street ironwork, fixing and bedding requirements
      ‐ work around street furniture
      ‐ adjust height of existing street ironwork
      ‐ position, fit, align, level and secure the street ironwork
      ‐ protect ironwork during curing
      ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ use ancillary equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with the installation of street ironwork
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of productivity targets and time scales
      • how times are estimated
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist:
      ‐ sand, cement, mortar, resin-based materials
      ‐ bricks, shims and proprietary products for adjusting
      ‐ access covers and frames, gully grates and frames
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • identify by calculation, quantity and size associated with the method and procedure to install street ironwork (metal, plastic, concrete and composite materials)
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Road building and Maintenance
      2. Specialist Concrete Occupations (Construction)
    10. Install, maintain and remove static temporary traffic
      cosvr380 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 preparing for, installing, maintaining and removing static temporary traffic management on motorways and high speed roads
      duty
      Install, maintain and remove static temporary traffic management on motorways and high speed dual carriageways
      knowledge
      1. Install, maintain and remove static temporary traffic management on motorways and high speed dual carriageways
      2. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      4. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      5. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      6. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      7. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. Install, maintain and remove static temporary traffic management on motorways and high speed dual carriageways
      • interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      • avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating the following
      ‐ methods of work
      ‐ safe use of health and safety control equipment
      ‐ safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
      ‐ identification of hazards associated with traffic management
      ‐ specific risks to health
      • selection of resources associated with own work
      ‐ materials, components and fixings
      ‐ tools and equipment
      • protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      • minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      • disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      • demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, position, set out, secure, maintain and move
      • use and maintain hand tools and ancillary equipment
      • install, maintain and remove static temporary traffic management on high speed roads to given working instructions relating to the following
      ‐ select and prepare materials, components and equipment
      ‐ load and unload the static temporary traffic management equipment
      ‐ co-ordinate communications and procedures for setting up the static temporary traffic management
      ‐ install static temporary traffic management on high speed roads in accordance with current legislation and official/statutory guidance
      ‐ maintain the integrity of the static temporary traffic management installation
      ‐ remove static temporary traffic management
      2. Install, maintain and remove static temporary traffic management on motorways and high speed dual carriageways
      • completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      3. Install, maintain and remove static temporary traffic management on motorways and high speed dual carriageways
      4. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      5. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      6. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      7. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      8. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, current regulations and official/statutory guidance governing static temporary traffic management on high speed roads
      9. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting and in live traffic situations
      10. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and ancillary equipment
      11. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ carry out checks and prepare equipment to be used for static temporary traffic management
      ‐ communicate and agree procedure for implementing static temporary traffic management
      ‐ ensure static temporary traffic management equipment is loaded in sequence ready for installation
      ‐ unload static temporary traffic management equipment to maintain its integrity
      ‐ install, maintain and remove static temporary traffic management according to the relevant statutory, regulatory requirements and official guidance
      ‐ ensure operational compliance
      ‐ use hand tools and ancillary equipment team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing, maintaining and removing static temporary traffic management on high speed roads
      • Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      12. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      13. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      14. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
      ‐ traffic control equipment (cones, signs, lights, notices, guards, barriers)
      ‐ hand and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install, maintain and remove static temporary traffic management on high speed roads
      15. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Temporary Traffic Management (Construction)
    11. Install, maintain and remove temporary traffic
      cosvr382 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 preparing for, installing, maintaining and removing temporary traffic
      duty
      Install, maintain and remove temporary traffic management on urban and rural roads
      knowledge
      1. Install, maintain and remove temporary traffic management on urban and rural roads
      2. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      4. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      5. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      6. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      7. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. Install, maintain and remove temporary traffic management on urban and rural roads
      • interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, site inspections and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      • avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating the following
      ‐ methods of work
      ‐ safe use of health and safety control equipment
      ‐ safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
      ‐ identification of hazards associated with traffic management
      ‐ specific risks to health
      • selection of resources associated with own work
      ‐ materials, components and fixings
      ‐ tools and equipment
      • protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      • minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      • disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      • demonstration of work skills to plan, locate, set out, position, install, maintain and remove
      • use and maintain tools and ancillary equipment
      • install, maintain and remove temporary traffic management on urban and rural roads to given working instructions relating to the following
      ‐ select and prepare materials, components and equipment
      ‐ load and unload temporary traffic management equipment
      ‐ co-ordinate communications and procedures for setting up the temporary traffic management
      ‐ install temporary traffic management on urban and rural roads to recognised current legislation and statutory/official guidance
      ‐ maintain the integrity of the temporary traffic management installation
      ‐ remove temporary traffic management
      2. Install, maintain and remove temporary traffic management on urban and rural roads
      • completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      3. Install, maintain and remove temporary traffic management on urban and rural roads
      4. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      5. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      6. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      7. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      8. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing temporary traffic management on urban and rural roads
      9. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting and in live traffic situations
      10. Maintenance
      • operative care of tools and ancillary equipment
      11. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ confirm and plan for the requirements for temporary traffic management
      ‐ identify and confirm suitability of materials and equipment to be used for temporary traffic management
      ‐ communicate and agree procedure for convoy working
      ‐ set out, install and remove the temporary traffic management according to the relevant regulatory requirements and official/statutory guidance
      ‐ maintain the integrity of the installation and equipment
      ‐ use tools and equipment team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing, maintaining and removing temporary traffic management on urban and rural roads
      • Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      12. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      13. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      14. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
      ‐ traffic control equipment (cones, signs, lights/lamps, portable traffic lights, notices, pedestrian ramps, guards, barriers)
      ‐ tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install, maintain and remove temporary traffic
      15. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Temporary Traffic Management (Construction)
    12. Lay flexible pavement
      cosvr375 Lay flexible pavement This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      7. what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, lay, spread, roll, compact and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. lay flexible pavement to given working instructions relating to the following
      • sub-base construction
      • bituminous surface material
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      • collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing laying of flexible pavement
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and/or portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ prepare the area for laying of flexible pavement
      ‐ assess the suitability of flexible pavement materials
      ‐ lay, compact and finish sub-base and bituminous surface of the flexible pavement
      ‐ work with plant or machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with laying flexible pavement
      • Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      19. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      20. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      21. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
      ‐ sub-base and bituminous surface materials, bitumen sealer and emulsion
      ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to lay flexible pavements
      22. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Construction Operations and Civil Engineering Services (Construction)
    13. Lay flexible pavement materials
      COSVR375 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment, preparing for and laying sub-base and flexible pavement material.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, prepare, lay, spread, level, compact and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools, pedestrian operated plant and ancillary equipment
      9. lay flexible pavement materials to given working instructions relating to the following
      • unbound sub-base construction
      • prepare and form joints
      • flexible surface material
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, official guidance and current regulations governing the laying of flexible pavement materials
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
      ‐ prepare the area for laying of flexible pavement materials
      ‐ conform agreed specifications
      ‐ determine the suitability of flexible pavement materials
      ‐ lay, compact and finish unbound sub-base
      ‐ prepare and form joints
      ‐ lay, compact and finish flexible pavement materials
      ‐ work around street furniture and ironwork
      ‐ apply sealers, sealants, tack and bond coats and bitumen
      ‐ work with, in close proximity to and around plant and machinery
      ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools, pedestrian operated plant and equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with laying flexible pavement materials
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of productivity targets and time scales
      • how time is estimated
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist:
      ‐ unbound sub-base materials
      ‐ jointing materials
      ‐ flexible pavement materials, asphalt concretes, hot rolled asphalt, stone mastic asphalt, mastic asphalt and resin bound versions
      ‐ hand tools, power tools, pedestrian operated plant and equipment
      • identify by calculation, quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to lay flexible pavements materials
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Road building and Maintenance
    14. Lay modular pavement
      COSVR367 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment, preparing and laying modular paving manually or by machine.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be ke
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials and components
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to set out, prepare, measure, mark out, cut, place, lay, level, align, compact and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. place bedding and lay modular paving manually and/or by machine to given working instructions, to produce a bound or unbound pavement using at least two of the following
      • block paving
      • brick paving
      • stone and/or concrete setts
      • flags
      • natural stone rough cut (riven and/or cropped)
      • natural stone uniformly cut (sawn in dimension)
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions and current regulations governing the laying of modular paving
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
      ‐ confirm the type of block, brick, sett, flag and natural stone modular paving unit, bedding and jointing materials
      ‐ conform to the agreed specifications
      ‐ identify the differences between rigid (bound) and flexible (unbound) paving
      ‐ inspect and confirm substrate as acceptable for laying modular paving to given specification
      ‐ set out the area and prepare substrate for modular pavement construction
      ‐ install kerbs, channels, edgings and drainage
      ‐ mark and cut modular paving
      ‐ lay modular block, brick, sett, flag and natural stone paving manually and by machine to the required design and pattern, levels and stability
      ‐ work around street furniture and ironwork
      ‐ work with, in close proximity to and around plant or machinery
      ‐ monitor and check work against specification(s)
      ‐ lift modular paving for removal, maintenance and repair
      ‐ maintain and repair modular paving to match existing design functions
      ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with laying modular pavement
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of productivity targets and time scales
      • how times are estimated
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist:
      ‐ graded granular material, mortar and concrete
      ‐ blocks, stone setts, bricks, flags, natural stone
      ‐ kerbs, channels, drainage
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • identify by calculation, quantity, length, area, volume and wastage associated with the method and procedure to lay modular paving
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Road building and Maintenance
    15. Lay preformed kerbs and channels
      COSVR368 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment, preparing for laying and reinstating preformed (precast and prepared natural stone) kerbs, channels and combined drainage and kerb systems.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be ke
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      • others affected by the work
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, cut, position, level, align, compact, seal and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. lay kerbs and/or channels and/or combined drainage and kerb systems to given working instructions
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions and current regulations for laying preformed kerbs and channels
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
      ‐ identify different types of kerbs, channels and combined drainage and kerb systems
      ‐ conform to agreed specifications
      ‐ set out the area and prepare substrate and foundation for laying kerbs, channels and combined drainage and kerb systems
      ‐ lay and align kerbs, channels and combined drainage and kerb systems to the required specifications
      ‐ mark and cut kerbs, channels and combined drainage and kerb systems
      ‐ work around street furniture and ironwork
      ‐ protect completed work for curing process
      ‐ deal with others affected by the work
      ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with laying preformed kerbs, channels and combined drainage and kerb systems
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of productivity targets and time scales
      • how times are estimated
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      21. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      22. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist:
      ‐ sand, cement, aggregates, additives, sealants and resins
      ‐ kerbs, channels and combined drainage and kerb systems
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • identify by calculation, quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to lay preformed kerbs, channels and combined drainage and kerb systems
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Road building and Maintenance
    16. Locate and excavate to expose buried utility services
      COSVR782 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment, locating, exposing by excavation and protecting buried utility services.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, survey and utility company information and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      • working with and around utility services
      • safe use of access equipment
      • working in excavations
      • others affected by the work
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials and components
      • tools and equipment
      • electronic location instruments
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, locate, expose, mark out, position, protect and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools, ancillary equipment and electronic instruments
      9. locate and excavate to expose buried utility services to given working instructions
      10. apply protection measures to utility services
      11. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries, damage to utilities apparatus and sub- structures
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      15. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      16. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      17. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, permits, verbal, written and graphical instructions, organisational and manufacturers' information and current regulations and official guidance governing utility services
      18. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      19. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools, ancillary equipment and electronic instruments
      20. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
      ‐ ensure electronic equipment is calibrated
      ‐ conform to agreed specification and local utility services providers requirements
      ‐ identify utility services by electronic locators, trial holes and visually
      ‐ recognise criteria for operating location equipment and their limitations
      ‐ confirm the type of service including: gas, fuel, electric, communication, water, sewage
      ‐ liaise with utility services organisations
      ‐ recognise identification markers for utility types
      ‐ excavate by hand and with the assistance of plant or machinery
      ‐ work with, in close proximity to and around plant and machinery
      ‐ recognise the criteria for directing and guiding the operations and movement of plant and machinery
      ‐ work around street furniture and ironwork
      ‐ work in excavations, including the need for excavation supports, edge protection and access equipment
      ‐ provide for the recognition and protection of the utility services, sub-structure and the natural environment during operational activities
      ‐ install supports for exposed utility services
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment including specialist equipment
      ‐ use access equipment
      ‐ work at height
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with with locating and excavating to expose buried utility services
      21. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      22. Programme
      • types of productivity targets and tie scales
      • how times are estimated
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      23. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      24. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist:
      ‐ electronic instruments
      ‐ marking and protection materials
      ‐ excavation plant and machinery
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment including specialist tools (insulated and non-sparking tools)
      ‐ ancillary equipment
      • identify by calculation, length, volume and area associated with the method and procedure to locate and excavate to expose buried utility services
      25. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Road building and Maintenance
    17. Maintain temporary traffic management equipment
      cosvr379 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 preparing and maintaining temporary traffic management equipment prior to use
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
      • identification of hazards associated with traffic management
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to inspect, adjust, repair, replace, secure, maintain and lubricate
      8. use and maintain hand tools and ancillary equipment
      9. maintain temporary traffic management equipment to given working instructions, relating to the following
      • check and clean equipment
      • test and adjust components and equipment make-up
      • replace consumables/lost materials/components
      • replace/repair worn/damaged components/equipment
      • maintain/lubricate components/equipment
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing maintenance of temporary traffic management equipment
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting and in live traffic situations
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ carry out checks to ensure equipment is usable and operational
      ‐ repair/replace damaged and worn components/equipment
      ‐ service and maintain components/equipment to operational requirements
      ‐ store equipment to maintain its operational integrity
      ‐ mark and segregate faulty equipment
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with maintenance of temporary traffic management equipment
      • Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      19. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      20. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      21. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
      ‐ lubricants and consumables
      ‐ replacement components
      ‐ hand tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to maintain temporary traffic management equipment
      22. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Temporary Traffic Management (Construction)
    18. Operate and control operations of road plant or machinery
      cosvr376 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe and healthy working practices, selecting and/or using materials and equipment and/or accessories for road plant machinery operations and preparing, operating, controlling and shutdown of plant or machinery operations. This standard is for people operating and controlling the operations of road plant or machinery, working independently or as part of a team and can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers.
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible working practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      1. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
      ‐ attachments
      ‐ paving materials (bituminous; concrete; aggregates, resins, membranes, calcined bauxite, catalyst, doping agents, fibres, pigment, resins, primers)
      ‐ recycling materials
      ‐ pavement marking materials
      ‐ equipment/accessories
      • methods of calculating weight, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate and control plant or machinery
      2. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information, related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of plant or machinery, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work related to the plant and machinery operations
      • tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, communicate, operate, control, secure, lay, strip, compact, mark, level and finish
      11. use and maintain tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. operate, control operations and shut down plant or machinery to given working instructions relating to one of the following areas
      • bituminous paving: for at least one of the following screwman (screed operator) paver driver, roller driver, chipping machine driver, loader-compressor driver, sweeper operator, tanker/sprayer operator, geo-synthetic (membrane, mesh), installation, spray injection patching, thermal repair
      • concrete paving: as operator of the concrete paver, place/spreader, slip form paver, texturing/curing machine
      • slurry/microsurfacing: as operator of at least one of the following applicator, tanker, tipper grab, sweeper, roller
      • surface dressing: as operator of at least one of the following tanker, chipper, spray bar, tanker and chipper combined, roller, loader, linked tipper, sweeper
      • high friction surfacing: as operator of at least one of the following tanker, spray bar, chipper, sweeper
      • planing operations: as operator of at least one of the following up to 500 mm without elevator; 500 mm 1 m with elevator; over 1 m with elevator
      • road recycling: as operator
      • soil stabilisation: as operator
      • surface retexturing: as operator for at least one of the following mechanical retexturing, mechanical repair, flailing, high pressure jetting, grinding, sweeper
      • pavement marking: as steersman/operator for white liner vehicle
      • highways drainage: as operator for at least one of the following gully emptier, sweeper
      13. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
      14. Communication
      • discussion, sketches and briefings
      15. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      16. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      17. Hazards
      • those identified by risk/COSHH assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      18. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      19. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, organisational and manufacturers' information and current regulations and official guidance governing the operation of plant or machinery
      20. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      21. Maintenance
      • operative care of tools, plant or machinery and ancillary equipment
      22. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the work requirements and your occupational role
      ‐ identify the type of plant or machinery required
      ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements
      ‐ prepare, set up and carry out checks for performance of the plant or
      ‐ carry out and control operations according to your role and the required performance of plant or machinery
      ‐ stop, shut down operations and secure plant or machinery
      ‐ use equipment and/or accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with the operation and control of plant or machinery
      23. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      24. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      25. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      suite
      1. Construction Operations and Civil Engineering Services (Construction)
      2. Plant Operations (Construction)
    19. Operate and control operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for laying flexible and semi-flexible paving materials
      COSVR772 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and tools, preparing, setting up, completing pre-use checks and operating plant, machinery or equipment for preparing, laying and finishing flexible paving materials.
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant, machinery or equipment operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant, machinery or equipment operations and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of plant, machinery, equipment and tools
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, communicate, operate, control, secure, lay, compact, mark, level and finish
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. prepare, operate, or control the operations of plant, machinery or equipment for at least one of the following to given working instructions
      • paver screwman (screed operator) maintaining line and level
      • paver (tracked or wheeled) operator maintaining consistency of surface materials, line and direction
      • roller operator ensuring compaction, transverse and longitudinal evenness
      • chipping machine operator maintaining speed and distribution
      • loader compressor or 180 degree excavator operator maintaining supply of materials and/or preparing surfaces
      • spray tanker operator maintaining speed, line, direction and distribution
      • geosynthetic (membrane or steel mesh) installation equipment operator maintaining uniformity, line, direction, overlap and adhesion
      • spray injection operator ensuring compaction and finish
      13. shut down and secure plant, machinery or equipment
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic information and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      19. Hazards
      • those identified by methods of work, risk and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      20. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      21. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, current regulations and official guidance governing the operation of plant, machinery and accessories for laying flexible and semi-flexible paving materials
      22. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      23. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant or machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      24. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify installation requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specifications
      ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
      ‐ identify the characteristics of flexible paving materials e.g. hot rolled asphalt, stone mastic asphalt, mastic asphalt, asphalt concrete mixtures and geosynthetic material
      ‐ identify the characteristics of semi-flexible paving materials e.g. cement bound granular material (CGBM) and roller compacted concrete (RCC)
      ‐ prepare and install mesh reinforcement membrane
      ‐ prepare, set up and carry out pre-start and running checks of the plant, machinery and accessories
      ‐ confirm and monitor temperature and workability of flexible and semi-flexible paving materials throughout the process
      ‐ recognise the causes of poor performance and factors that will affect the finished product
      ‐ carry out and control operations according to your role and the required performance of plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ adjust the work in relation to prevailing weather conditions
      ‐ work around street furniture and ironwork
      ‐ recognise sampling, testing and quality control processes
      ‐ recognise, monitor and control processes e.g. treatment and preparation of joints, line, level, thickness, compaction and finishes
      ‐ recognise the duties of operatives paver screwman, paver operator, roller operator, chipping machine operator, loader compressor operator, 180 degree machine operator, spray tanker operator and geosynthetic installation equipment operator or spray injection operator to ensure cohesive operations
      ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ shut down and secure plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant, machinery and equipment for laying flexible and semi-flexible paving materials
      25. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      26. Programme
      • types of productivity targets and time scales
      • how times are estimated
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      27. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      28. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants and fuels
      ‐ attachments
      ‐ flexible paving materials
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, bearing pressure, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant, machinery and equipment for laying flexible and semi-flexible paving materials
      • how to confirm resources and materials conform with agreed specification
      29. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      30. Skills
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      suite
      Road building and Maintenance
    20. Operate and control operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for laying high friction surfacing
      COSVR776 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and tools, preparing, setting up and completing pre-use checks and operating plant, machinery or equipment for laying high friction surfacing.
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant, machinery or equipment operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant, machinery or equipment operations and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of plant, machinery, equipment and tools
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, align, communicate, operate, control, secure, lay, spread, compact, mark, level and finish
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. prepare, operate, or control the operations of at least one of the following items of plant, machinery or equipment to given working instructions
      • heating pot operator heating materials to specified temperature, avoiding overheating and delivering heated materials to shoe
      • tanker operator maintaining speed and distribution
      • spray bar operator maintaining level and distribution
      • chipper machine operator maintaining speed and distribution
      13. shut down and secure plant, machinery or equipment
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches electronic information and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      19. Hazards
      • those identified by methods of work, risk and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      20. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      21. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, current regulations and official guidance governing the operation of plant, machinery and accessories for high friction surfacing
      22. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      23. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant or machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      24. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify installation requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specifications
      ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
      ‐ identify the constituents of high friction surfacing materials
      ‐ prepare and mask features
      ‐ prepare, set up and carry out pre-start and running checks of the plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ check and monitor ambient conditions and adjust work in relation to prevailing weather conditions
      ‐ recognise the test criteria for high friction surfacing materials
      ‐ carry out and control operations according to your role and the required performance of plant, machinery or equipment
      ‐ recognise the duties of the operatives; tanker operator, spray bar operator and chipper machine operator to ensure cohesive operations
      ‐ recognise, monitor and control processes e.g. treatment and preparation of joints, line, level, spread, thickness and finishes
      ‐ work around street furniture and ironwork
      ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ record and report, machine operation factors, work progress and completions
      ‐ shut down and secure plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant, machinery and equipment for laying high friction surfacing
      25. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      26. Programme
      • types of productivity targets and time scales
      • how times are estimated
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      27. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      28. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants and fuels
      ‐ attachments
      ‐ high friction surfacing materials
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant, machinery and equipment for laying high friction surfacing
      • how to confirm resources and materials conform with agreed specification
      29. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      30. Skills
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      suite
      Road building and Maintenance
    21. Operate and control operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for laying rigid paving
      COSVR773 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and tools to prepare, set up, complete pre-use checks and operate plant, machinery or equipment for preparing, laying and finishing rigid paving.
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out P3 comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      4. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      5. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      6. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      7. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant machinery or equipment operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant, machinery or equipment operations and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of plant, machinery, equipment and tools
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, align, communicate, operate, control, secure, lay, spread, compact, mark, level, smooth, treat and finish
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. prepare, operate or control the operations of plant, machinery or equipment for at least one of the following to given working instructions
      • feed machine operator, (e.g. tipper truck, dump truck, 360 degree excavator, concrete truck mixer) placing and spreading materials evenly
      • paver screwman maintaining line and level
      • paver operator maintaining speed and consistency of concrete lay and spread
      • finishing beam or float operator maintaining surface finish
      • reinforcement placement equipment operator maintaining line, level and overlap
      • spray operator maintaining speed and coverage
      • texturing and/or curing machine operator maintaining speed
      • horizontal travel slip form machine operator maintaining consistent feed to the mould and speed of lay
      13. shut down and secure plant, machinery or equipment
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic information and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      19. Hazards
      • those identified by methods of work, risk and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      20. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      21. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, current regulations and official guidance governing the operation of plant, machinery and equipment for laying rigid paving
      22. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      23. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant or machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      24. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify installation requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specifications
      ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
      ‐ identify the workability of concrete mixes
      ‐ prepare and install reinforcement
      ‐ prepare, set up and carry out pre-start and running checks of the plant, machinery, equipment and accessories
      ‐ check and monitor ambient conditions and adjust work in relation to prevailing weather conditions
      ‐ receive, handle and extract samples for testing concrete
      ‐ level, vibrate and compact concrete
      ‐ screed concrete to finished level
      ‐ protect concrete for the curing process
      ‐ carry out and control operations according to your role and the required performance of plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ identify the duties of other operatives in the surfacing crew, feed machine operator, paver screwman, paver operator or finishing crew; finishing beam or float operator, spray operator, texturing machine operator, curing machine operator or horizontal travel slipform machine operator
      ‐ recognise, monitor and control processes e.g. treatment and preparation of joints, line, level, thickness, compaction and finishes
      ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ record and report, machine operation factors, work progress and completions
      ‐ shut down and secure plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant, machinery and equipment for laying rigid paving
      25. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      26. Programme
      • types of productivity targets and time scales
      • how times are estimated
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      27. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      28. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants and fuels
      ‐ attachments
      ‐ rigid paving materials
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, bearing pressure, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant, machinery or equipment for laying rigid paving
      • how to confirm resources and materials conform with agreed specification
      29. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      30. Skills
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      suite
      Road building and Maintenance
    22. Operate and control operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for laying slurry micro-surfacing
      COSVR774 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and tools, preparing, setting up and completing pre-use checks and operating plant, machinery or equipment for preparing, laying and finishing slurry micro-surfacing.
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant, machinery or equipment operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant, machinery or equipment operations and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of plant, machinery, equipment and tools
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, align, communicate, operate and control
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      12. prepare, operate, or control the operations of at least one of the following items of plant, machinery or equipment to given working instructions
      • applicator steersman reacting to signals to maintain speed, direction and line
      • applicator operator maintaining feed, spread of materials and communicating with steersman
      • slurry supply tanker operator collecting and delivering materials to the applicator
      • tipper grab operator collecting and delivering materials to the applicator
      • roller operator ensuring embedment of mix and continuity of joints
      13. shut down and secure plant, machinery or equipment
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches electronic information and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      19. Hazards
      • those identified by methods of work, risk and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      20. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      21. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, current regulations and official guidance governing the operation of plant, machinery, equipment and accessories for slurry micro-surfacing
      22. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      23. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant or machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      24. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify installation requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specifications
      ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
      ‐ identify the workability of slurry micro-surfacing materials
      ‐ prepare, set up and carry out pre-start and running checks of the plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ check and monitor ambient conditions and adjust work in relation to prevailing weather conditions
      ‐ recognise the test criteria for slurry micro-surfacing materials
      ‐ screed slurry micro-surfacing materials to finished level
      ‐ protect and work around street furniture and ironwork
      ‐ carry out and control operations according to your role and the required performance of plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ recognise the duties of other operatives, applicator steersman, applicator operator, slurry supply tanker operator, tipper grab operator and roller operator to ensure cohesive operations
      ‐ recognise, monitor and control processes e.g. treatment and preparation of joints, line, level, thickness, embedment and finishes
      ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ record and report, machine operation factors, work progress and completions
      ‐ shut down and secure plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant, machinery and equipment for laying slurry micro-surfacing
      25. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      26. Programme
      • types of productivity targets and time scales
      • how times are estimated
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      27. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      28. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants and fuels
      ‐ attachments
      ‐ slurry micro-surfacing materials
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant, machinery and equipment for laying slurry micro-surfacing
      • how to confirm resources and materials conform with agreed specification
      29. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      30. Skills
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      suite
      Road building and Maintenance
    23. Operate and control operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for laying surface dressing
      COSVR775 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and tools, preparing, setting up, completing pre-use checks and operating plant, machinery or equipment for laying surface dressing.
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant, machinery or equipment operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant, machinery or equipment operations and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of plant, machinery, equipment and tools
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, align, communicate, operate, control, secure, lay, spread, embed, mark, level, treat and finish
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      12. prepare, operate, or control the operations of at least one of the following items of plant, machinery or equipment to given working instructions
      • spray tanker operator maintaining speed, coverage and communicating with spray bar operator
      • self-propelled chipping machine operator maintaining speed and distribution
      • tailboard chipping machine operator maintaining speed and distribution
      • combined spray tanker and chipping machine operator maintaining speed, distribution and communicating with spray bar operator
      • spray bar operator maintaining level, distribution and communicating with spray tanker operator or combined spray tanker and chipping machine operator
      • tipper grab operator delivering materials to chipping machine
      • loading shovel operator supplying materials to the tipper
      • roller operator ensuring embedment and continuity of joints
      13. shut down and secure plant, machinery and equipment
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic information and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      19. Hazards
      • those identified by methods of work, risk and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      20. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      21. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, current regulations and official guidance governing the operation of plant, machinery and equipment for laying surface dressing
      22. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      23. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant, machinery and equipment, hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      24. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify installation requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specifications
      ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
      ‐ identify the components of surface dressing
      ‐ prepare and mask street furniture
      ‐ prepare, set up and carry out pre-start and running checks of the plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ check and monitor ambient conditions and adjust work in relation to prevailing weather conditions
      ‐ recognise the test criteria for surface dressing materials
      ‐ carry out and control operations according to your role and the required performance of plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ recognise, monitor and control processes e.g. treatment and preparation of joints, line, level, rate of spread and finishes
      ‐ work around street furniture and ironwork
      ‐ recognise the duties of other operatives, spray tanker operator, self-propelled and tailboard chipper operator, combined spray tanker operators, spray bar operator and roller operator to ensure cohesive operations
      ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ record and report, machine operation factors, work progress and completions
      ‐ shut down and secure plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant, machinery and equipment for laying surface dressing
      25. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      26. Programme
      • types of productivity targets and time scales
      • how times are estimated
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      27. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      28. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants and fuels
      ‐ attachments
      ‐ surface dressing materials
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant, machinery and eqyuipment for laying surface dressing
      • how to confirm resources and materials conform with agreed specification
      29. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      30. Skills
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      suite
      Road building and Maintenance
    24. Operate and control operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for planing or milling operations
      COSVR777 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and tools, preparing, setting up and completing pre-use checks and operating plant, machinery or equipment for planing or milling operations.
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant, machinery or equipment operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant, machinery or equipment operations and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of plant, machinery, equipment and tools
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, align, communicate, operate, control, cut, abrade, level, finish and secure
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. prepare, operate or control the operations of at least one of the following items of plant, machinery or equipment to given working instructions
      • wheeled planing and/or milling machine up to 1 metre operator maintaining speed, line, depth, level and communication with arisings collection vehicle
      • tracked planing and/or milling machine up to
      • metre operator maintaining speed, line, depth, level and communication with arisings collection vehicle
      • tracked planing and/or milling machine operator over
      • metre operator maintaining speed, line, depth, level and communication with arisings collection vehicle
      13. shut down and secure plant, machinery or equipment
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches electronic information and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      19. Hazards
      • those identified by methods of work, risk and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      20. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      21. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, current regulations and official guidance governing the operation of plant, machinery and equipment for operating and controlling operations for planing and milling operations
      22. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      23. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant or machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      24. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify planing and milling requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specifications
      ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
      ‐ prepare, set up and carry out pre-start and running checks of the plant, machinery, equipement and accessories
      ‐ carry out and control operations according to your role and the required performance of plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ work around street furniture and ironwork
      ‐ identify location marking of utility services
      ‐ recognise the duties of other operatives; planing machine operator, milling machine operator and arisings collection vehicle operator to ensure cohesive operations
      ‐ recognise, monitor and control processes, rate of removal, depth and finishes
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ record and report, machine operation factors, work progress and completions
      ‐ shut down and secure plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant, machinery and equipment for planing and milling operations
      25. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      26. Programme
      • types of productivity targets and time scales
      • how times are estimated
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      27. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      28. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants and fuels
      ‐ attachments
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, bearing pressure, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant, machinery and equipment for planing and milling operations
      • how to confirm resources and materials conform with agreed specification
      29. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      30. Skills
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      suite
      Road building and Maintenance
    25. Operate and control operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for soil stabilisation
      COSVR779 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and tools, preparing, setting up and completing pre-use checks and operating plant, machinery or equipment for preparing, laying and finishing soil stabilisation operations.
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant, machinery or equipment operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant, machinery or equipment operations and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of plant, machinery, equipment and tools
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, align, communicate, operate, control, lay, spread, compact, level, smooth and finish
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. prepare, operate, or control the operations of at least one of the following items of plant, machinery or equipment to given working instructions
      • combination soil stabilisation machine operator maintaining depth, speed, line, level and consistent integration of binding materials and supplying the spreader machine
      • mixer machine operator mixing binding materials and supplying the spreader machine
      • tilling machine operator maintaining depth, speed, line and level
      • self-propelled or towed water bowser machine operator maintaining speed and distribution
      • roller operator ensuring light compaction for sealing
      13. shut down and secure plant, machinery or equipment
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic information and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      19. Hazards
      • those identified by methods of work, risk and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      20. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      21. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, current regulations and official guidance governing the operation of plant, machinery and equipment for soil stabilisation
      22. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      23. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant or machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      24. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify installation requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specifications
      ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
      ‐ identify markings for utilities
      ‐ prepare, set up and carry out pre-start and running checks of the plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ check and monitor ambient conditions and adjust work in relation to prevailing weather conditions
      ‐ carry out and control operations according to your role and the required performance of plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ recognise the duties of other operators; combination soil stabilisation machine operator, mixing machine operator, bulk binder spreader operator, tilling machine operator, self-propelled and towed water bowser and roller operator to ensure cohesive operations
      ‐ recognise, monitor and control processes e.g. removal, mixing, spreading, tilling, compacting, maintaining line, level, spread, depth and finishes
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ record and report, machine operation factors, work progress and completions
      ‐ shut down and secure plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant, machinery and equipment for soil stabilisation
      25. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      26. Programme
      • types of productivity targets and time scales
      • how times are estimated
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      27. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      28. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants and fuels
      ‐ attachments
      ‐ binding materials
      ‐ sealing agents
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, bearing pressure, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant, machinery and equipment for soil stabilisation
      • how to confirm resources and materials conform with agreed specification
      29. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      30. Skills
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      suite
      Road building and Maintenance
    26. Operate and control operations of specialist road plant, machinery or equipment for in-situ structural road recycling operations
      COSVR778 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components and tools, preparing, setting up and completing pre-use checks and operating plant, machinery or equipment for in-situ structural road recycling operations.
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant, machinery or equipment operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant, machinery or equipment operations and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of plant, machinery, equipment and tools
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, align, communicate, operate, control, remove, lay, spread, compact, mark, level, smooth, treat and finish
      11. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      12. prepare, operate, or control the operations of at least one of the following items of plant, machinery or equipment to given working instructions
      • pulveriser (milling or planing), recycling and mixing machine operator maintaining speed, line and level
      • combination in-situ recycling machine operator maintaining speed, line and level
      • bulk binder spreader machine operator ensuring even spread and distribution of recycled materials and binder
      • tanker truck (water, emulsion or bitumen) operator maintaining speed, coverage and communication with pulveriser or recycling machine operator
      • spray bar operator maintaining level, coverage and communicating with the tanker operator
      • motor grader operator grading and shaping to profile
      • roller operator (single drum, tandem and pneumatic-tyred) ensuring compaction
      13. shut down and secure plant, machinery or equipment
      14. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      15. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic information and briefings
      16. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      18. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      19. Hazards
      • those identified by methods of work, risk and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      20. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      21. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, current regulations and official guidance governing the operation of plant, machinery and equipment for in-situ structural road recycling operations
      22. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      23. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant or machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
      24. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify installation requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specifications
      ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
      ‐ identify markings for ironwork and utilities
      ‐ prepare, set up and carry out pre-start and running checks of the plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ check and monitor ambient conditions and adjust work in relation to prevailing weather conditions
      ‐ carry out and control operations according to your role and the required performance of plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ recognise the duties of other operators; pulverising operator, recycling and mixing machine operator, motor grader operator, roller operator, self-propelled water bowser operator, spray tanker operator, spray bar operator and heated bitumen tanker operator
      ‐ recognise, monitor and control processes e.g. removal, mixing, compacting, laying, treatment and preparation of joints, line, level, spread, thickness, and finishes
      ‐ work around street furniture and ironwork
      ‐ identify trafficable times and protect site for curing
      ‐ clear gullies, relocate ironwork and reinstate verges
      ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ record and report, machine operation factors, work progress and completions
      ‐ shut down and secure plant, machinery and equipment
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant, machinery and equipment for in-situ structural road recycling operations
      25. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      26. Programme
      • types of productivity targets and time scales
      • how times are estimated
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      27. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      28. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ consumables, lubricants and fuels
      ‐ attachments
      ‐ in-situ structural road recycling additions
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, bearing pressure, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant, machinery and equipment for in-situ structural road recycling operations
      • how to confirm resources and materials conform with agreed specification
      29. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      30. Skills
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      suite
      Road building and Maintenance
    27. Operate plant, machinery equipment or vehicles to prevent clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow
      cosvr608 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible working practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment, setting up, operating and shutting down plant, machinery, equipment or vehicles for preventing, clearing or reducing the impact of ice or snow This standard is for people working independently or as part of a team to operate plant, machinery, equipment or vehicles that reasonably prevents, clears or reduces the impact of ice or snow, it can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery, equipment or vehicle and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery, equipment or vehicle operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant, machinery, equipment or vehicle resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles, tools and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible working practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant, machinery, equipment and vehicle resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant, machinery, towed equipment, vehicles, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, weather forecasts, maps, navigation aids and manufacturers' information related to the plant, machinery, towed equipment, equipment or vehicles operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant, machinery, towed equipment, equipment or vehicle operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least six of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • current training, competence and authority
      • safe use and storage of plant, machinery, towed equipment or vehicles
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • dealing with customers (pedestrians and road users)
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to measure, check, align, adjust, set, clear, and record
      11. use and maintain hand tools and ancillary equipment
      12. operate at least one of the following winter service plant, machinery, equipment or vehicles to reasonably prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow to given working instructions
      • up to 3500kg
      • from 3500kg to 7500kg (medium LGV)
      • over 7500kg (HGV)
      • snowplough up to 3500kg
      • snowplough up to 7500kg
      • snowplough over 7500kg
      • snowblower dedicated
      • snowblower demountable
      • pedestrian controlled mechanised equipmen
      • pedestrian controlled equipment
      • towed equipment
      • specialist equipment (ice breaker, melters)
      13. reasonably prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow for at least one of the following
      • dual carriageway roads
      • single carriageway roads
      • cycle ways
      • footways and, or footpaths
      • off highway areas (car parks, vehicle yards, airports, platforms, stadiums, loading bays, or quaysides)
      14. operate plant, machinery, towed equipment, vehicles or equipment to reasonably prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow to given working instructions by at least one of the following methods
      • spreading
      • spraying
      • ploughing
      • blowing
      • clearing
      15. record and, or, report activities and progress
      16. shut down and secure plant, machinery, towed equipment, vehicle or equipment
      17. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      18. Scope/range related Communication to knowledge and
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      19. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      20. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      ‐ cases of hypothermia and cold weather related injuries (causes, symptoms and treatment)
      21. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk and COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      22. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      23. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, weather forecasts, maps, navigation aids, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles
      24. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment, working alone and mobile work whilst working in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials, by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      25. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant, machinery, towed equipment or vehicles, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      26. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the winter service plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles and attachments for preventing, clearing and reducing the impact of ice and snow
      ‐ complete pre-start, running and post stop checks
      ‐ identify valid certification for maintenance and inspection
      ‐ prepare, set up and adjust for operational requirements, safety and security
      ‐ carry out function checks for, spreading, spraying, ploughing, blowing and clearing
      ‐ confirm routes and locations requiring priority treatment
      ‐ identify the suitability of de-icing and anti-icing materials
      ‐ recognise the criteria for storing de-icing and anti-icing materials
      ‐ recognise the eutectic point and its effect on treatment materials
      ‐ identify the environmental impact that can be caused by winter service operations, salt and de-icing and anti-icing materials
      ‐ check calibration of de-icing and anti-icing equipment, sprayers and spreaders
      ‐ identify spread rates for treatment, spraying and clearing patterns
      ‐ clear and treat dual carriageway roads, single carriageway roads, cycle ways, footways and footpaths (including tunnels and portals), off highway areas (car parks, vehicle yards, airports, platforms, stadiums loading bays and quaysides), tramways, level crossings, segregated areas, running surfaces, drainage channels, culverts, gullies and offlets
      ‐ avoid damage to structures, infrastructure (highway features, railway crossings and temporary works), utilities service apparatus, vehicles, cycles, people and animals
      ‐ adjust operations for varying weather conditions, surfaces, local requirements and constraints
      ‐ work in public areas
      ‐ load and replenish spread materials and return unused materials
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ record and report activities, progress and achievements
      ‐ clean, clear and lubricate equipment after operations
      ‐ monitor wear and tear on equipment
      ‐ deal with blockages
      ‐ deal with plant, machinery, equipment and vehicle breakdowns
      ‐ deal with communication equipment failures
      ‐ use access equipment (including; gantries, platforms and vehicle ladders)
      ‐ shut down and secure plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles used to prevent, clear and reasonably reduce the impact of ice or snow
      27. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      28. Programme
      • types of progress, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      29. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      30. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables
      ‐ de-icing and anti-icing materials
      ‐ attachments, ancillaries and aids for spreading, spraying, ploughing, blowing and clearing
      ‐ route planning and navigation aids
      ‐ monitoring, measuring and recording equipment
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, volume, length and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles used to prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow
      suite
      Winter Service
    28. Operate plant, machinery, equipment or vehicles to prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow
      COSVR608 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible working practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment, setting up, operating and shutting down plant, machinery, equipment or vehicles for preventing, clearing or reducing the impact of ice or snow.
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery, equipment or vehicle and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery, equipment or vehicle operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant, machinery, equipment or vehicle resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles, tools and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible working practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant, machinery, equipment and vehicle resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant, machinery, towed equipment, vehicles, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, weather forecasts, maps, navigation aids and manufacturers' information related to the plant, machinery, towed equipment, equipment or vehicles operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant, machinery, towed equipment, equipment or vehicle operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least six of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • current training, competence and authority
      • safe use and storage of plant, machinery, towed equipment or vehicles
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • dealing with customers (pedestrians and road users)
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to measure, check, align, adjust, set, clear, and record
      11. use and maintain hand tools and ancillary equipment
      12. operate pedestrian controlled equipment plus at least one of the following winter service plant, machinery, equipment or vehicles to reasonably prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow to given working instructions
      • up to 3500kg
      • from 3500kg to 7500kg (medium LGV)
      • over 7500kg (HGV)
      • snowplough up to 3500kg
      • snowplough up to 7500kg
      • snowplough over 7500kg
      • snowblower dedicated
      • snowblower demountable
      • pedestrian controlled mechanised equipment
      • towed equipment
      • specialist equipment (ice breaker, melters)
      13. reasonably prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow for at least one of the following
      • dual carriageway roads
      • single carriageway roads
      • cycle ways
      • footways and, or footpaths
      • off highway areas (car parks, vehicle yards, airports, platforms, stadiums, loading bays, or quaysides)
      14. operate plant, machinery, towed equipment, vehicles or equipment to reasonably prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow to given working instructions by at least one of the following methods
      • spreading
      • spraying
      • ploughing
      • blowing
      • clearing
      15. record and, or, report activities and progress
      16. shut down and secure plant, machinery, towed equipment, vehicle or equipment
      17. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      18. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      19. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      20. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      ‐ cases of hypothermia and cold weather related injuries (causes, symptoms and treatment)
      21. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk and COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      22. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      23. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, weather forecasts, maps, navigation aids, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles
      24. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment, working alone and mobile work whilst working in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials, by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      25. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant, machinery, towed equipment or vehicles, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      26. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the winter service plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles and attachments for preventing, clearing and reducing the impact of ice and snow
      ‐ complete pre-start, running and post stop checks
      ‐ identify valid certification for maintenance and inspection
      ‐ prepare, set up and adjust for operational requirements, safety and security
      ‐ carry out function checks for, spreading, spraying, ploughing, blowing and clearing
      ‐ confirm routes and locations requiring priority treatment
      ‐ identify the suitability of de-icing and anti-icing materials
      ‐ recognise the criteria for storing de-icing and anti-icing materials
      ‐ recognise the eutectic point and its effect on treatment materials
      ‐ identify the environmental impact that can be caused by winter service operations, salt and de-icing and anti-icing materials
      ‐ check calibration of de-icing and anti-icing equipment, sprayers and spreaders
      ‐ identify spread rates for treatment, spraying and clearing patterns
      ‐ clear and treat dual carriageway roads, single carriageway roads, cycle ways, footways and footpaths (including tunnels and portals), off highway areas (car parks, vehicle yards, airports, platforms, stadiums loading bays and quaysides), tramways, level crossings, segregated areas, running surfaces, drainage channels, culverts, gullies and offlets
      ‐ avoid damage to structures, infrastructure (highway features, railway crossings and temporary works), utilities service apparatus, vehicles, cycles, people and animals
      ‐ adjust operations for varying weather conditions, surfaces, local requirements and constraints
      ‐ work in public areas
      ‐ load and replenish spread materials and return unused materials
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ record and report activities, progress and achievements
      ‐ clean, clear and lubricate equipment after operations
      ‐ monitor wear and tear on equipment
      ‐ deal with blockages
      ‐ deal with plant, machinery, equipment and vehicle breakdowns
      ‐ deal with communication equipment failures
      ‐ use access equipment (including; gantries, platforms and vehicle ladders)
      ‐ shut down and secure plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles used to prevent, clear and reasonably reduce the impact of ice or snow
      27. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      28. Programme
      • types of progress, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      29. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      30. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables
      ‐ de-icing and anti-icing materials
      ‐ attachments, ancillaries and aids for spreading, spraying, ploughing, blowing and clearing
      ‐ route planning and navigation aids
      ‐ monitoring, measuring and recording equipment
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, volume, length and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles used to prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow
      31. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      32. Skills
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
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    29. Operate plant, machinery, equipment or vehicles to prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow
      COSVR608 COSVR608 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible working practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment, setting up, operating and shutting down plant, machinery, equipment or vehicles for preventing, clearing or reducing the impact of ice or snow This standard is for people working independently or as part of a team to operate plant, machinery, equipment or vehicles that reasonably prevents, clears or reduces the impact of ice or snow, it can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers COSVR608
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery, equipment or vehicle and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery, equipment or vehicle operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant, machinery, equipment or vehicle resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles, tools and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible working practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant, machinery, equipment and vehicle resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant, machinery, towed equipment, vehicles, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, weather forecasts, maps, navigation aids and manufacturers' information related to the plant, machinery, towed equipment, equipment or vehicle operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant, machinery, towed equipment, equipment or vehicle operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least six of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • current training, competence and authority
      • safe use and storage of plant, machinery, towed equipment or vehicles
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • dealing with customers (pedestrians and road users)
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to measure, check, align, adjust, set, clear, and record
      11. use and maintain hand tools and ancillary equipment
      12. operate pedestrian controlled equipment plus at least one of the following winter service plant, machinery, equipment or vehicles to reasonably prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow to given working instructions
      • up to 3500kg
      • from 3500kg to 7500kg (medium LGV)
      • over 7500kg (HGV)
      • snowplough up to 3500kg
      • snowplough up to 7500kg
      • snowplough over 7500kg
      • snowblower dedicated
      • snowblower demountable
      • pedestrian controlled mechanised equipment
      • towed equipment
      • specialist equipment (ice breaker, melter)
      13. reasonably prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow for at least one of the following
      • dual carriageway roads
      • single carriageway roads
      • cycle ways
      • footways and/or footpaths
      • off highway areas (car parks, vehicle yards, airports, platforms, stadiums, loading bays or quaysides)
      14. operate plant, machinery, towed equipment, vehicles or equipment to reasonably prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow to given working instructions by at least one of the following methods
      • spreading
      • spraying
      • ploughing
      • blowing
      • clearing
      15. record and report activities and progress
      16. shut down and secure plant, machinery, towed equipment, vehicles or equipment
      17. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and client
      18. Scope/range related Communication to knowledge and
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      19. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      20. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      ‐ hypothermia and cold weather related injuries (causes, symptoms and treatment)
      21. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk and COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      22. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      23. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, weather forecasts, maps, navigation aids, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles
      24. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment, working alone and mobile work whilst working in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials, by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      25. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant, machinery, towed equipment or vehicles, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      26. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the winter service plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles and attachments for preventing, clearing and reducing the impact of ice and snow
      ‐ complete pre-start, running and post stop checks
      ‐ identify valid certification for maintenance and inspection
      ‐ prepare, set up and adjust for operational requirements, safety and security
      ‐ carry out function checks for spreading, spraying, ploughing, blowing and clearing
      ‐ confirm routes and locations requiring priority treatment
      ‐ identify the suitability of de-icing and anti-icing materials
      ‐ recognise the criteria for storing de-icing and anti-icing materials
      ‐ recognise the eutectic point and its effect on treatment materials
      ‐ identify the environmental impact that can be caused by winter service operations, salt and de-icing and anti-icing materials
      ‐ check calibration of de-icing and anti-icing equipment, sprayers and spreaders
      ‐ identify spread rates for treatment, spraying and clearing patterns
      ‐ clear and treat dual carriageway roads, single carriageway roads, cycle ways, footways and footpaths (including tunnels and portals), off highway areas (e.g. car parks, vehicle yards, airports, platforms, stadiums, loading bays and quaysides), tramways, level crossings, segregated areas, running surfaces, drainage channels, culverts, gullies and offlets
      ‐ avoid damage to structures, infrastructure (e.g. highway features, railway crossings and temporary works), utilities service apparatus, vehicles, cycles, people and animals
      ‐ adjust operations for varying weather conditions, surfaces, local requirements and constraints
      ‐ work in public areas
      ‐ load and replenish spread materials and return unused materials
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ record and report activities, progress and achievements
      ‐ clean, clear and lubricate equipment after operations
      ‐ monitor wear and tear on equipment
      ‐ deal with blockages
      ‐ deal with plant, machinery, equipment and vehicle breakdowns
      ‐ deal with communication equipment failures
      ‐ use access equipment (including; gantries, platforms and vehicle ladders)
      ‐ shut down and secure plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles used to prevent, clear and reasonably reduce the impact of ice or snow
      27. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      28. Programme
      • types of progress, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      29. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      30. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables
      ‐ de-icing and anti-icing materials
      ‐ attachments, ancillaries and aids for spreading, spraying, ploughing, blowing and clearing
      ‐ route planning and navigation aids
      ‐ monitoring, measuring and recording equipment
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, volume, length and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles used to prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow
      31. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
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    30. Operate plant, machinery, equipment or vehicles to prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow
      COSVR608 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible working practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment, setting up, operating and shutting down plant, machinery, equipment or vehicles for preventing, clearing or reducing the impact of ice or snow.
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery, equipment or vehicle and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery, equipment or vehicle operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant, machinery, equipment or vehicle resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles, tools and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible working practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant, machinery, equipment and vehicle resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant, machinery, towed equipment, vehicles, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, weather forecasts, maps, navigation aids and manufacturers' information related to the plant, machinery, towed equipment, equipment or vehicles operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant, machinery, towed equipment, equipment or vehicle operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least six of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • current training, competence and authority
      • safe use and storage of plant, machinery, towed equipment or vehicles
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • dealing with customers (pedestrians and road users)
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to measure, check, align, adjust, set, clear, and record
      11. use and maintain hand tools and ancillary equipment
      12. operate pedestrian controlled equipment plus at least one of the following winter service plant, machinery, equipment or vehicles to reasonably prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow to given working instructions
      • up to 3500kg
      • from 3500kg to 7500kg (medium LGV)
      • over 7500kg (HGV)
      • snowplough up to 3500kg
      • snowplough up to 7500kg
      • snowplough over 7500kg
      • snowblower dedicated
      • snowblower demountable
      • pedestrian controlled mechanised equipment
      • towed equipment
      • specialist equipment (ice breaker, melters)
      13. reasonably prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow for at least one of the following
      • dual carriageway roads
      • single carriageway roads
      • cycle ways
      • footways and, or footpaths
      • off highway areas (car parks, vehicle yards, airports, platforms, stadiums, loading bays, or quaysides)
      14. operate plant, machinery, towed equipment, vehicles or equipment to reasonably prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow to given working instructions by at least one of the following methods
      • spreading
      • spraying
      • ploughing
      • blowing
      • clearing
      15. record and, or, report activities and progress
      16. shut down and secure plant, machinery, towed equipment, vehicle or equipment
      17. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      18. Communication
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      19. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      20. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      ‐ cases of hypothermia and cold weather related injuries (causes, symptoms and treatment)
      21. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk and COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      22. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      23. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, weather forecasts, maps, navigation aids, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles
      24. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment, working alone and mobile work whilst working in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials, by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      25. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant, machinery, towed equipment or vehicles, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      26. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the winter service plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles and attachments for preventing, clearing and reducing the impact of ice and snow
      ‐ complete pre-start, running and post stop checks
      ‐ identify valid certification for maintenance and inspection
      ‐ prepare, set up and adjust for operational requirements, safety and security
      ‐ carry out function checks for, spreading, spraying, ploughing, blowing and clearing
      ‐ confirm routes and locations requiring priority treatment
      ‐ identify the suitability of de-icing and anti-icing materials
      ‐ recognise the criteria for storing de-icing and anti-icing materials
      ‐ recognise the eutectic point and its effect on treatment materials
      ‐ identify the environmental impact that can be caused by winter service operations, salt and de-icing and anti-icing materials
      ‐ check calibration of de-icing and anti-icing equipment, sprayers and spreaders
      ‐ identify spread rates for treatment, spraying and clearing patterns
      ‐ clear and treat dual carriageway roads, single carriageway roads, cycle ways, footways and footpaths (including tunnels and portals), off highway areas (car parks, vehicle yards, airports, platforms, stadiums loading bays and quaysides), tramways, level crossings, segregated areas, running surfaces, drainage channels, culverts, gullies and offlets
      ‐ avoid damage to structures, infrastructure (highway features, railway crossings and temporary works), utilities service apparatus, vehicles, cycles, people and animals
      ‐ adjust operations for varying weather conditions, surfaces, local requirements and constraints
      ‐ work in public areas
      ‐ load and replenish spread materials and return unused materials
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ record and report activities, progress and achievements
      ‐ clean, clear and lubricate equipment after operations
      ‐ monitor wear and tear on equipment
      ‐ deal with blockages
      ‐ deal with plant, machinery, equipment and vehicle breakdowns
      ‐ deal with communication equipment failures
      ‐ use access equipment (including; gantries, platforms and vehicle ladders)
      ‐ shut down and secure plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles used to prevent, clear and reasonably reduce the impact of ice or snow
      27. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      28. Programme
      • types of progress, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      29. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      30. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables
      ‐ de-icing and anti-icing materials
      ‐ attachments, ancillaries and aids for spreading, spraying, ploughing, blowing and clearing
      ‐ route planning and navigation aids
      ‐ monitoring, measuring and recording equipment
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, volume, length and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles used to prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow
      31. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      32. Skills
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
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      Winter Service
    31. Operate plant, machinery, equipment or vehicles to prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow
      COSVR608 COSVR608 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible working practices, selecting and using materials, components and equipment, setting up, operating and shutting down plant, machinery, equipment or vehicles for preventing, clearing or reducing the impact of ice or snow This standard is for people working independently or as part of a team to operate plant, machinery, equipment or vehicles that reasonably prevents, clears or reduces the impact of ice or snow, it can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers COSVR608
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery, equipment or vehicle and confirm its relevance
      2. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
      3. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
      4. request resources to sustain plant or machinery, equipment or vehicle operations to complete the programme of work
      5. select plant, machinery, equipment or vehicle resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
      6. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      7. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      8. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Organise with others
      • communication of ideas between team members
      • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
      • the skills required to carry out the work
      3. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles, tools and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible working practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
      4. Request resources
      • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
      5. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant, machinery, equipment and vehicle resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      6. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      7. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of plant, machinery, towed equipment, vehicles, tools and equipment is carried out
      8. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      skill
      own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, weather forecasts, maps, navigation aids and manufacturers' information related to the plant, machinery, towed equipment, equipment or vehicle operations and the work to be carried out
      2. organisation of own work
      3. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant, machinery, towed equipment, equipment or vehicle operation and the work to be carried out
      4. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least six of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • current training, competence and authority
      • safe use and storage of plant, machinery, towed equipment or vehicles
      • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • dealing with customers (pedestrians and road users)
      • specific risks to health
      5. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
      6. selection of resources associated with own work
      • tools and ancillary equipment
      7. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      8. maintain a clean work space
      9. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      10. demonstration of work skills to measure, check, align, adjust, set, clear, and record
      11. use and maintain hand tools and ancillary equipment
      12. operate pedestrian controlled equipment plus at least one of the following winter service plant, machinery, equipment or vehicles to reasonably prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow to given working instructions
      • up to 3500kg
      • from 3500kg to 7500kg (medium LGV)
      • over 7500kg (HGV)
      • snowplough up to 3500kg
      • snowplough up to 7500kg
      • snowplough over 7500kg
      • snowblower dedicated
      • snowblower demountable
      • pedestrian controlled mechanised equipment
      • towed equipment
      • specialist equipment (ice breaker, melter)
      13. reasonably prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow for at least one of the following
      • dual carriageway roads
      • single carriageway roads
      • cycle ways
      • footways and/or footpaths
      • off highway areas (car parks, vehicle yards, airports, platforms, stadiums, loading bays or quaysides)
      14. operate plant, machinery, towed equipment, vehicles or equipment to reasonably prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow to given working instructions by at least one of the following methods
      • spreading
      • spraying
      • ploughing
      • blowing
      • clearing
      15. record and report activities and progress
      16. shut down and secure plant, machinery, towed equipment, vehicles or equipment
      17. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and client
      18. Scope/range related Communication to knowledge and
      • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
      19. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      20. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      ‐ hypothermia and cold weather related injuries (causes, symptoms and treatment)
      21. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, risk and COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      22. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      23. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, weather forecasts, maps, navigation aids, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles
      24. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment, working alone and mobile work whilst working in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials, by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      25. Maintenance
      • operative care of plant, machinery, towed equipment or vehicles, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      26. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
      ‐ identify the characteristics of the winter service plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles and attachments for preventing, clearing and reducing the impact of ice and snow
      ‐ complete pre-start, running and post stop checks
      ‐ identify valid certification for maintenance and inspection
      ‐ prepare, set up and adjust for operational requirements, safety and security
      ‐ carry out function checks for spreading, spraying, ploughing, blowing and clearing
      ‐ confirm routes and locations requiring priority treatment
      ‐ identify the suitability of de-icing and anti-icing materials
      ‐ recognise the criteria for storing de-icing and anti-icing materials
      ‐ recognise the eutectic point and its effect on treatment materials
      ‐ identify the environmental impact that can be caused by winter service operations, salt and de-icing and anti-icing materials
      ‐ check calibration of de-icing and anti-icing equipment, sprayers and spreaders
      ‐ identify spread rates for treatment, spraying and clearing patterns
      ‐ clear and treat dual carriageway roads, single carriageway roads, cycle ways, footways and footpaths (including tunnels and portals), off highway areas (e.g. car parks, vehicle yards, airports, platforms, stadiums, loading bays and quaysides), tramways, level crossings, segregated areas, running surfaces, drainage channels, culverts, gullies and offlets
      ‐ avoid damage to structures, infrastructure (e.g. highway features, railway crossings and temporary works), utilities service apparatus, vehicles, cycles, people and animals
      ‐ adjust operations for varying weather conditions, surfaces, local requirements and constraints
      ‐ work in public areas
      ‐ load and replenish spread materials and return unused materials
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ record and report activities, progress and achievements
      ‐ clean, clear and lubricate equipment after operations
      ‐ monitor wear and tear on equipment
      ‐ deal with blockages
      ‐ deal with plant, machinery, equipment and vehicle breakdowns
      ‐ deal with communication equipment failures
      ‐ use access equipment (including; gantries, platforms and vehicle ladders)
      ‐ shut down and secure plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles
      ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles used to prevent, clear and reasonably reduce the impact of ice or snow
      27. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      28. Programme
      • types of progress, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      29. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      30. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
      ‐ consumables
      ‐ de-icing and anti-icing materials
      ‐ attachments, ancillaries and aids for spreading, spraying, ploughing, blowing and clearing
      ‐ route planning and navigation aids
      ‐ monitoring, measuring and recording equipment
      ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
      • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, volume, length and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles used to prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow
      31. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
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      Winter Service
    32. Prepare maintenance response teams’ vehicles;
      cosvr536 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe and healthy working practices and selecting materials, components and equipment for preparing and driving maintenance response teams vehicles This standard is for people working in the occupational area of Construction Operations and Civil Engineering Services, particularly those involved in Highways Maintenance
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of specifications, risk assessments, inventory/check sheets and manufacturers' information related to the vehicle and the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
      • safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
      • maintenance of documentation (personal and vehicle)
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • replenish-able items (consumables)
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to inspect, check, wash, clean, replenish, report
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare maintenance response teams vehicles to given working instructions relating to the following
      • complete pre-use checks e.g. coolant, oil, fuel, tyres, lights, indicators
      • complete pre-driving checks, e.g. security (equipment and passengers), vision (mirrors windscreen and windows), driving position
      • designated carried equipment checks
      • complete motion checks, brakes
      • complete after use checks on vehicle and equipment
      10. report defects and discrepancies
      11. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      15. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      16. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      17. Information
      • specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, current regulations and official/statutory guidance governing vehicle use on roads, highways and motorways
      18. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials, by manual handling, by mechanical lifting and when driving vehicles
      19. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and/or portable power tools, ancillary equipment and vehicles
      20. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ identify and maintain fit for driving levels
      ‐ maintain the operational status of maintenance response teams vehicles
      ‐ maintain the operational status of the vehicles equipment (cones, signs, lighting/lamps, disc cutter, chain saw)
      ‐ complete pre-use checks
      ‐ complete pre-driving checks
      ‐ complete motion checks
      ‐ complete after use checks on vehicle and equipment
      ‐ maintain vehicle records (daily log book, patrol sheets, vehicle/drive sheets)
      ‐ report defects and discrepancies (vehicle defects sheets, equipment check lists)
      ‐ complete point of work risk assessments
      ‐ prepare the vehicle in accordance with prevailing conditions (type of road, daytime, night time, traffic volumes, road surface, visibility, weather conditions)
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing maintenance response teams vehicles
      21. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      22. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      23. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      24. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
      ‐ maintenance response teams vehicle and consumables
      ‐ designated equipment
      ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
      ‐ documentation
      • methods of calculating quantity and wastage of resources associated with the method/procedure to prepare maintenance response teams vehicle
      25. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
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      Construction Operations and Civil Engineering Services (Construction)
    33. Reinstate excavation and highway surfaces
      cosvr374 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 preparing for and reinstating excavations and highway surfaces
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to backfill, consolidate, lay, compact, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. reinstate excavations and highway surfaces to given working instructions relating to at least two of the following
      • sub-grades, sub-bases, road-bases
      • cold lay bituminous
      • warm lay bituminous
      • hot lay bituminous
      • concrete
      • modular
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      11. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      12. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      13. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing excavations and reinstatement on highways
      16. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and/or portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      18. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ confirm the type of ground structure for reinstatement (bituminous, concrete, modular, natural)
      ‐ reinstate and compact backfill, sub-grades, sub-bases, road bases, pavement bases for the relevant type of ground structure
      ‐ protect service apparatus and sub-structures during reinstatement
      ‐ reinstate the relevant type of ground surface, pavement surface, specialist surface treatment, kerbs, edge restraints, street ironwork and pavement markings
      ‐ dispose of surplus materials
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with reinstatement of excavations and highway surfaces
      • Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      19. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      20. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      21. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
      ‐ new and re-usable materials, sub-base, road-base and pavement surface
      ‐ cold-lay, warm-lay and hot-lay bituminous materials
      ‐ sands, jointing materials
      ‐ concrete, blocks and flags
      ‐ natural soil based materials
      ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to reinstate excavation and highway surfaces
      22. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Construction Operations and Civil Engineering Services (Construction)
    34. Respond to and assist with road-related incidents
      cosvr537 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 responding to road traffic incidents and hazards
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of information related to the nature, extent and location of the incident and use of the information to plan assistance for the incident
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to at least four of the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use of access equipment
      • safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
      • safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
      • flow and movement of traffic
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and consumables
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to plan, relay, clear, control, guide and communicate
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. respond to and assist with road-related incidents (routine, major or critical) to given working instructions for at least four of the following
      • flooding
      • spillage or debris
      • infrastructure failure
      • adverse weather
      • collision without injury
      • collision with injury
      • collision with fatality
      • terrorist activity
      10. liaise with incident controller and follow instructions ensuring compliance with organisational procedures
      11. report on the conclusion of the incident in accordance with current legislation and organisational procedures
      12. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      13. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      14. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      15. Fire extinguishers
      • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
      16. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, point of work risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      18. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, current regulations and official/statutory guidance governing work and incidents on motorways, high speed dual carriageways and rural and urban roads
      19. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      20. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and/or portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      21. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ assess response and assistance required for specific incidents, flooding, spillage, infrastructure failure, adverse weather, collision without injury, collision with injury, collision with fatality and terrorist activity
      ‐ complete point of work risk assessments (type of incident, incident duration, traffic speeds/volumes, lighting levels, weather and road geometry)
      ‐ liaise with incident controllers (emergency services) and follow instructions ensuring compliance with organisational procedures (visual, oral and electronic)
      ‐ deal with prevailing conditions, type of road, time of day, traffic volume, road surface, visibility, weather conditions
      ‐ prioritise activities
      ‐ adhere to response times
      ‐ apply the principles of equality and diversity
      ‐ report on the conclusion of the incident in accordance with current legislation and organisational procedures
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ install and operate lighting equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      ‐ work with plant or machinery
      ‐ record details of the incident and complete organisational documentation (site sketch, photographs, incident report forms, emails, accident and emergency report
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with responding and assisting with road-related incidents
      22. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      23. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      24. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      25. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
      ‐ traffic lights
      ‐ traffic management team
      ‐ lifting equipment and accessories
      ‐ clean up specialists
      ‐ highway repair and maintenance teams
      ‐ highways maintenance and repair materials
      ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to respond to and assist with road-related incidents
      26. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Construction Operations and Civil Engineering Services (Construction)
    35. Segregate the area for highways works
      COSVR365 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and preparing for and segregating the area for highways works.
      duty
      1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
      2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
      3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
      4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
      5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
      6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
      knowledge
      1. Interpretation of information
      • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
      • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
      • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
      2. Safe work practices
      • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
      • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
      • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
      • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
      • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
      • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
      3. Selection of resources
      • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
      • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
      • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
      • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
      4. Minimise the risk of damage
      • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
      • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
      5. Meet the contract specification
      • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
      • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
      6. Allocated time
      • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
      context
      1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, site inspections and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
      2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
      • methods of work
      • safe use of health and safety control equipment
      • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
      • specific risks to health
      • others affected by the work
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clear and tidy work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, locate, set out, position, assemble, maintain and remove
      8. use and maintain tools and ancillary equipment
      9. segregate the area for live highways works in compliance with recognised current legislation and official guidance and given working instructions relating to the following
      • access and egress to site
      • work activity and storage of resources
      • signs, cones, lighting and guarding, portable traffic signals for temporary traffic management control
      10. maintain and remove signs, lighting and guarding, portable traffic signals in compliance with recognised current legislation and official guidance
      11. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      12. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      14. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      15. Health and safety control equipment
      • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
      ‐ collective protective measures
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, electronic data, current regulations and current legislation, official guidance and Codes of Practice governing traffic management relating to the highways works
      17. Legislation and official guidance
      • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      18. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, power tools, ancillary equipment and traffic control equipment
      19. methods of work
      • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
      ‐ plan and implement the agreed plan for site safety, access and egress, work activities and storage of resources and temporary traffic management control around the highways works
      ‐ set out signs, cones, lights, portable traffic signals and guarding for temporary traffic management control
      ‐ work around street furniture and ironwork
      ‐ deal with others affected by the work
      ‐ check and maintain operation of traffic control equipment
      ‐ dismantle and remove signs, lights, cones, portable traffic signals and guarding for temporary traffic management control
      ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with segregating the area for highways works
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of productivity targets and time scales
      • how times are estimated
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      22. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      23. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist:
      ‐ signs, lights, guards and portable traffic signals
      ‐ pedestrian and vehicular traffic control systems
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • identify by calculation, quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure for segregating the area for highways works
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Road building and Maintenance
      2. Site Logistics Operations (Construction)
    duty
    1. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
    2. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry out your work and maintain safe and healthy work practices
    3. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of work
    4. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area
    5. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work efficiently to the required specification
    6. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme of work
    7. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery and confirm its relevance
    8. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out
    9. comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
    10. request resources to sustain plant or machinery operations to complete the programme of work
    11. select plant or machinery resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
    12. organise with others the sequence in which the work is to be carried out P3 comply with the relevant, current legislation, special legal status documents, official guidance and organisational procedures to maintain safe and healthy work practices
    13. Implement, monitor and remove mobile traffic management on motorways and dual carriageways
    14. Install, maintain and remove static temporary traffic management on motorways and high speed dual carriageways
    15. Install, maintain and remove temporary traffic management on urban and rural roads
    16. interpret the given operating information relating to the use of plant or machinery, equipment or vehicle and confirm its relevance
    17. request resources to sustain plant or machinery, equipment or vehicle operations to complete the programme of work
    18. select plant, machinery, equipment or vehicle resources for the methods of work and operations to be carried out
    knowledge
    1. Interpretation of information
    • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources, and how they are implemented
    • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
    • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
    2. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    3. Selection of resources
    • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
    • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
    • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
    • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    4. Minimise the risk of damage
    • how to protect work from damage and the purpose of protection
    • why disposal of waste should be carried out safely and how it is achieved
    5. Meet the contract specification
    • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
    • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
    6. Allocated time
    • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
    7. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • the types fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    8. Allocated time
    9. what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
    10. Organise with others
    • communication of ideas between team members
    • organisation of resources in conjunction with the progress of work
    • the skills required to carry out the work
    11. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible working practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
    12. Request resources
    • the organisational procedures for requisitioning consumables and other resources
    13. Selection of resources
    • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant resources and how defects should be rectified
    • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
    • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
    • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    14. Meet the contract specification
    • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
    • how maintenance of plant and/or machinery, tools and equipment is carried out
    15. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    16. Interpretation of information
    • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable , and how they are implemented
    • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
    • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
    17. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
    18. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation and official guidance and how it is applied
    • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
    19. Selection of resources
    • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with the resources and how defects should be rectified
    • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
    • t he organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
    • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    20. Allocated time
    • what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be ke
    21. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
    • the types of fire extinguishers and how and when they are used
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for plant and/or machinery, tools, equipment and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible work practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
    22. Interpretation of information
    • the organisational procedures developed to report and rectify inappropriate information and unsuitable resources and how they are implemented
    • the types of information, their source and how they are interpreted
    • the organisational procedures to solve problems with the information and why it is important they are followed
    23. Implement, monitor and remove mobile traffic management on motorways and dual carriageways
    24. Install, maintain and remove static temporary traffic management on motorways and high speed dual carriageways
    25. Install, maintain and remove temporary traffic management on urban and rural roads
    26. Safe work practices
    • the level of understanding operatives must have of information for relevant, current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance and how it is applied
    • how emergencies should be responded to and who should respond
    • the organisational security procedures for plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles, tools and personal belongings
    • what the accident reporting procedures are and who is responsible for making the report
    • why, when and how health and safety control equipment should be used
    • how to comply with environmentally responsible working practices to meet the requirements of current legislation and official guidance
    27. Selection of resources
    • the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability, limitations and defects associated with plant, machinery, equipment and vehicle resources and how defects should be rectified
    • how the resources should be used and how any problems associated with the resources are reported
    • the organisational procedures to select resources, why they have been developed and how they are used
    • the hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    28. Meet the contract specification
    • how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
    • how maintenance of plant, machinery, towed equipment, vehicles, tools and equipment is carried out
    behaviour
    1. Work safely: consider the safety of yourself and those around you, challenge unsafe behaviour
    2. Effective communication: oral, written, electronic, listening, body language, presentation
    3. Respect: apply equality, diversity and inclusion in dealing with others
    4. Team work: work effectively and safely with others with limited supervision
    5. Independent working: take responsibility for safe completion of your own work
    6. Logical thinking: use clear and valid reasoning when making decisions to safely undertake the work instructions
    7. Working effectively: undertake the work in a reliable, safe and productive manner
    8. Time management: use own time effectively to complete the work instructions to schedule, take the time to be safe
    9. Adaptability: be able to adjust to changes to the work instructions, put safety first
    skill
    1. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants, fuels
    ‐ attachments
    ‐ paving materials (bituminous; concrete; aggregates, resins, membranes, calcined bauxite, catalyst, doping agents, fibres, pigment, resins, primers)
    ‐ recycling materials
    ‐ pavement marking materials
    ‐ equipment/accessories
    • methods of calculating weight, quantity, length and area associated with the method/procedure to operate and control plant or machinery
    2. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company and operative
    • own occupation and occupations related to the work
    3. own occupation and occupations related to the work
    context
    1. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    2. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    3. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials, components and fixings
    • tools and equipment
    4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
    5. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
    6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
    7. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark, position, prepare, and communicate
    8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    9. apply and remove pavement markings manually to given specifications and working instructions for at least one of the following
    • permanent markings (thermoplastic applications and/or paint applications)
    • temporary markings (temporary preformed applications and temporary surface mounted studs)
    10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
    11. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    12. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    13. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    14. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
    15. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, official guidance and current regulations governing temporary and permanent markings on pavement surfaces
    16. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    17. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools and/or portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    18. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ establish agreed time frame for pavement marking work
    ‐ prepare area, materials and equipment
    ‐ apply pavement markings manually
    ‐ remove pavement markings
    ‐ apply and remove temporary preformed applications
    ‐ install and remove temporary surface mounted studs
    ‐ communicate and co-ordinate progress
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with manually applying and removing pavement markings
    • Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    19. Programme
    • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    20. Protect work
    • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
    21. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
    ‐ thermoplastic materials
    ‐ adhesives
    ‐ paints
    ‐ temporary preformed materials
    ‐ temporary surface mounted studs
    ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to apply pavement markings
    22. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company and operative
    23. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    24. demonstration of work skills (as applicable to the surfacing) to measure, set out, mark, position, dry, clean, mask, prime, mix, spray, heat and decant, spread, roll, cure, inspect and communicate
    25. prepare for and manually apply specialist road surfacing using at least one of the following methods to given working instructions
    • slurry/microsurfacing
    • high friction surfacing (cold applied)
    • high friction surfacing (hot applied)
    • surface dressing
    26. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information and current regulations relating to slurry/micro surfacing or high friction
    27. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ establish an agreed time frame for resurfacing
    ‐ prepare substrate, to include measuring, setting out, marking out, drying, cleaning and repairing
    ‐ prepare equipment as necessary
    ‐ level and realign ironwork
    ‐ prepare materials, to include storing, handling and mixing
    ‐ apply materials to prepared surfaces, to include heating, pouring, screeding and spreading
    ‐ remove and dispose of arisings
    ‐ communicate and co-ordinate progress on specialist resurfacing
    ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with manually applying specialist road surfacing
    28. Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    29. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
    ‐ primers, epoxy or thermoplastic resins, bituminous emulsion, catalyst, doping agents, fibres, rubber, pigment
    ‐ aggregate, calcined bauxite
    ‐ masking tape
    ‐ mixer and mixer pot
    ‐ heater
    ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
    • of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to manually apply specialist road surfacing
    30. interpretation of instructions, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    31. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
    • flow and movement of traffic
    • completed point of work risk assessments
    • specific risks to health
    32. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials and components
    • tools and equipment
    33. demonstration of work skills to plan, locate, set out, position, install, maintain and remove
    34. use and maintain hand tools and ancillary equipment
    35. install and remove emergency traffic management to given working instructions on motorways, high speed dual carriageways or rural and urban roads
    • select and prepare materials, components and equipment
    • unload and load traffic management equipment
    • co-ordinate communications and procedures for setting up and maintaining the emergency traffic management
    • maintain the operational integrity of the emergency traffic management components and equipment while in use
    36. Fire extinguishers
    • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
    37. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, point of work risk assessment method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    38. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, current regulations and official guidance governing work on motorways, high speed dual carriageways, rural and urban roads
    39. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    40. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ liaise with incident controllers (police, ambulance, fire, highways agency, local authority)
    ‐ apply the principles of incident control including survey, assess, disseminate, casualties, hazards, access, location, emergency services and type (SADCHALET)
    ‐ identify a setting down location
    ‐ control the flow of traffic
    ‐ protect the scene of the incident from contamination, danger or damage by position of the incident support vehicle and controlling traffic flow
    ‐ deal with displaced and damaged equipment
    ‐ select and prepare materials, components and equipment
    ‐ unload and load traffic management equipment
    ‐ install and remove emergency traffic management systems
    ‐ co-ordinate communications and procedures for setting up and maintaining the emergency traffic management
    ‐ maintain the operational integrity of the emergency traffic management components and equipment while in use
    ‐ apply compliant relief measures, trapped traffic, reverse flow, road closure, diversion, lane restrictions
    ‐ record and communicate the resolution of the incident and the removal of the emergency traffic management
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    ‐ apply the principle of equality and diversity
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing and removing emergency traffic management
    41. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
    ‐ traffic control equipment (cones, signs, lights, lamps, guards and barriers)
    ‐ communication equipment
    ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install and remove emergency traffic management
    42. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark, position, fit, fix, secure and communicate
    43. install and remove permanent road studs to given working instructions relating to at least one of the following
    • inset milled stud
    • inset drilled stud
    • fixed surface mounted studs
    44. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing permanent markings on pavement surfaces
    45. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ establish agreed time frame for installing or removing permanent road studs
    ‐ prepare area, materials and equipment for installing or removing permanent road studs
    ‐ install and remove milled, drilled and surface mounted road studs and permanent road studs
    ‐ remove permanent road studs
    ‐ communicate and co-ordinate progress on the installation of permanent road studs
    • use hand tools, power tools and equipment team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing permanent road studs
    46. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
    ‐ road studs
    ‐ fixing materials
    ‐ hand and/or powered tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install permanent road studs
    47. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    48. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials
    • tools and equipment
    49. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, lay, spread, roll, compact and finish
    50. lay flexible pavement to given working instructions relating to the following
    • sub-base construction
    • bituminous surface material
    51. Health and safety control equipment identified by the principles of protection for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    • collective protective measures
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
    52. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing laying of flexible pavement
    53. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    54. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ prepare the area for laying of flexible pavement
    ‐ assess the suitability of flexible pavement materials
    ‐ lay, compact and finish sub-base and bituminous surface of the flexible pavement
    ‐ work with plant or machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with laying flexible pavement
    • Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    55. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
    ‐ sub-base and bituminous surface materials, bitumen sealer and emulsion
    ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to lay flexible pavements
    56. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information, related to the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
    57. organisation of own work
    58. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant or machinery operations and the work to be carried out
    59. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use and storage of plant or machinery, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    60. follow organisational procedures for the requisition of consumables, materials and other resources
    61. selection of resources associated with own work related to the plant and machinery operations
    • tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
    62. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, communicate, operate, control, secure, lay, strip, compact, mark, level and finish
    63. use and maintain tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
    64. operate, control operations and shut down plant or machinery to given working instructions relating to one of the following areas
    • bituminous paving: for at least one of the following screwman (screed operator) paver driver, roller driver, chipping machine driver, loader-compressor driver, sweeper operator, tanker/sprayer operator, geo-synthetic (membrane, mesh), installation, spray injection patching, thermal repair
    • concrete paving: as operator of the concrete paver, place/spreader, slip form paver, texturing/curing machine
    • slurry/microsurfacing: as operator of at least one of the following applicator, tanker, tipper grab, sweeper, roller
    • surface dressing: as operator of at least one of the following tanker, chipper, spray bar, tanker and chipper combined, roller, loader, linked tipper, sweeper
    • high friction surfacing: as operator of at least one of the following tanker, spray bar, chipper, sweeper
    • planing operations: as operator of at least one of the following up to 500 mm without elevator; 500 mm 1 m with elevator; over 1 m with elevator
    • road recycling: as operator
    • soil stabilisation: as operator
    • surface retexturing: as operator for at least one of the following mechanical retexturing, mechanical repair, flailing, high pressure jetting, grinding, sweeper
    • pavement marking: as steersman/operator for white liner vehicle
    • highways drainage: as operator for at least one of the following gully emptier, sweeper
    65. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client to knowledge and
    66. Communication
    • discussion, sketches and briefings
    67. Hazards
    • those identified by risk/COSHH assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    68. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, organisational and manufacturers' information and current regulations and official guidance governing the operation of plant or machinery
    69. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    70. Maintenance
    • operative care of tools, plant or machinery and ancillary equipment
    71. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the work requirements and your occupational role
    ‐ identify the type of plant or machinery required
    ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements
    ‐ prepare, set up and carry out checks for performance of the plant or
    ‐ carry out and control operations according to your role and the required performance of plant or machinery
    ‐ stop, shut down operations and secure plant or machinery
    ‐ use equipment and/or accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with the operation and control of plant or machinery
    72. interpretation of specifications, risk assessments, inventory/check sheets and manufacturers' information related to the vehicle and the work to be carried out
    73. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
    • safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
    • maintenance of documentation (personal and vehicle)
    • specific risks to health
    74. selection of resources associated with own work
    • replenish-able items (consumables)
    • tools and equipment
    75. demonstration of work skills to inspect, check, wash, clean, replenish, report
    76. prepare maintenance response teams vehicles to given working instructions relating to the following
    • complete pre-use checks e.g. coolant, oil, fuel, tyres, lights, indicators
    • complete pre-driving checks, e.g. security (equipment and passengers), vision (mirrors windscreen and windows), driving position
    • designated carried equipment checks
    • complete motion checks, brakes
    • complete after use checks on vehicle and equipment
    77. report defects and discrepancies
    78. Information
    • specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, current regulations and official/statutory guidance governing vehicle use on roads, highways and motorways
    79. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials, by manual handling, by mechanical lifting and when driving vehicles
    80. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools and/or portable power tools, ancillary equipment and vehicles
    81. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ identify and maintain fit for driving levels
    ‐ maintain the operational status of maintenance response teams vehicles
    ‐ maintain the operational status of the vehicles equipment (cones, signs, lighting/lamps, disc cutter, chain saw)
    ‐ complete pre-use checks
    ‐ complete pre-driving checks
    ‐ complete motion checks
    ‐ complete after use checks on vehicle and equipment
    ‐ maintain vehicle records (daily log book, patrol sheets, vehicle/drive sheets)
    ‐ report defects and discrepancies (vehicle defects sheets, equipment check lists)
    ‐ complete point of work risk assessments
    ‐ prepare the vehicle in accordance with prevailing conditions (type of road, daytime, night time, traffic volumes, road surface, visibility, weather conditions)
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with preparing maintenance response teams vehicles
    82. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
    ‐ maintenance response teams vehicle and consumables
    ‐ designated equipment
    ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
    ‐ documentation
    • methods of calculating quantity and wastage of resources associated with the method/procedure to prepare maintenance response teams vehicle
    83. demonstration of work skills to backfill, consolidate, lay, compact, position, secure and finish
    84. reinstate excavations and highway surfaces to given working instructions relating to at least two of the following
    • sub-grades, sub-bases, road-bases
    • cold lay bituminous
    • warm lay bituminous
    • hot lay bituminous
    • concrete
    • modular
    85. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing excavations and reinstatement on highways
    86. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ confirm the type of ground structure for reinstatement (bituminous, concrete, modular, natural)
    ‐ reinstate and compact backfill, sub-grades, sub-bases, road bases, pavement bases for the relevant type of ground structure
    ‐ protect service apparatus and sub-structures during reinstatement
    ‐ reinstate the relevant type of ground surface, pavement surface, specialist surface treatment, kerbs, edge restraints, street ironwork and pavement markings
    ‐ dispose of surplus materials
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with reinstatement of excavations and highway surfaces
    • Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    87. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
    ‐ new and re-usable materials, sub-base, road-base and pavement surface
    ‐ cold-lay, warm-lay and hot-lay bituminous materials
    ‐ sands, jointing materials
    ‐ concrete, blocks and flags
    ‐ natural soil based materials
    ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to reinstate excavation and highway surfaces
    88. interpretation of information related to the nature, extent and location of the incident and use of the information to plan assistance for the incident
    89. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to at least four of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use of access equipment
    • safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
    • safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
    • flow and movement of traffic
    • specific risks to health
    90. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials, components and consumables
    • tools and equipment
    91. demonstration of work skills to plan, relay, clear, control, guide and communicate
    92. respond to and assist with road-related incidents (routine, major or critical) to given working instructions for at least four of the following
    • flooding
    • spillage or debris
    • infrastructure failure
    • adverse weather
    • collision without injury
    • collision with injury
    • collision with fatality
    • terrorist activity
    93. liaise with incident controller and follow instructions ensuring compliance with organisational procedures
    94. report on the conclusion of the incident in accordance with current legislation and organisational procedures
    95. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, point of work risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    96. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, current regulations and official/statutory guidance governing work and incidents on motorways, high speed dual carriageways and rural and urban roads
    97. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ assess response and assistance required for specific incidents, flooding, spillage, infrastructure failure, adverse weather, collision without injury, collision with injury, collision with fatality and terrorist activity
    ‐ complete point of work risk assessments (type of incident, incident duration, traffic speeds/volumes, lighting levels, weather and road geometry)
    ‐ liaise with incident controllers (emergency services) and follow instructions ensuring compliance with organisational procedures (visual, oral and electronic)
    ‐ deal with prevailing conditions, type of road, time of day, traffic volume, road surface, visibility, weather conditions
    ‐ prioritise activities
    ‐ adhere to response times
    ‐ apply the principles of equality and diversity
    ‐ report on the conclusion of the incident in accordance with current legislation and organisational procedures
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ install and operate lighting equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    ‐ work with plant or machinery
    ‐ record details of the incident and complete organisational documentation (site sketch, photographs, incident report forms, emails, accident and emergency report
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with responding and assisting with road-related incidents
    98. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
    ‐ traffic lights
    ‐ traffic management team
    ‐ lifting equipment and accessories
    ‐ clean up specialists
    ‐ highway repair and maintenance teams
    ‐ highways maintenance and repair materials
    ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to respond to and assist with road-related incidents
    99. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments and method statements related to the work to be carried out
    100. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to at least four of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use of access equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    101. maintain a clear and tidy work space
    102. demonstration of work skills to check, locate, measure, mark out, excavate and secure
    103. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    104. form and finish excavations manually to given working instructions
    105. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    106. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    107. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    108. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, permits, current legislation and official guidance governing excavations and the support of excavations
    109. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    110. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    111. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ locate, position, identify and confirm the type of surface and sub-surface composition including ground water
    ‐ conform to agreed specifications
    ‐ plan, prepare, set out and mark out excavations
    ‐ remove surface courses, street furniture and sub-surface structures
    ‐ protect and monitor adjacent structures
    ‐ excavate, form and finish ground manually
    ‐ recognise changes in ground conditions, ground water conditions, soil types and excavation stability
    ‐ recognise the dangers of loads and structures at the edge of excavations
    ‐ identify and locate utility services, excavate around services and protect
    ‐ monitor and check accuracy during progress and on completion of work
    ‐ recognise inspection and test criteria for excavations
    ‐ identify and store excavated and reusable materials
    ‐ confirm the disposal of unusable materials
    ‐ recognise the need for positioning, securing and removing excavation supports
    ‐ provide for access and egress
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ use access equipment
    ‐ work at height
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with the formation and finishing of excavations manually
    112. Programme
    • types of productivity targets, time scales
    • how times are estimated
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    113. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
    ‐ digging equipment
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • how to confirm resources and materials conform with the given specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area, volume and wastage associated with the method and procedure to form and finish excavations manually
    114. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    115. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    116. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark, position, dry, clean, mask, prime, seal, mix, heat and decant, spread, cure, inspect and communicate
    117. prepare for and manually apply specialist pavement surfacing materials using at least one of the following surfacing methods to given working instructions
    • slurry surfacing, mixing, squeegee operations and protect for the curing process
    • high friction (cold applied) mix materials, apply, spread aggregate and protect for the curing process
    • high friction (hot applied) heat and mix materials and monitor temperatures, lay, spread aggregate evenly and protect for the curing process
    • resin bonded, mixing multi packs, mix materials, squeegee and levelling operations, floating and protect for the curing process
    • thermal patch repair heat, remove, rake, mix, compact, level and finish and protect for the curing process
    • crack and joint repair mix, prepare surface and apply, finish and protect for the curing process
    118. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    119. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    120. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
    121. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions and current regulations relating to applying specialist pavement surfacing materials manually
    122. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    123. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
    ‐ establish an agreed time frame for treatment
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ prepare substrate, to include measuring, setting out, marking out, drying, cleaning and repairing
    ‐ prepare equipment to apply specialist pavement surfacing materials manually
    ‐ protect and work around street furniture and ironwork
    ‐ prepare materials, to include storing, handling and mixing
    ‐ apply materials to prepared surfaces, to include heating, pouring, laying, screeding, spreading and floating
    ‐ work with, in close proximity to and around plant and machinery
    ‐ remove and dispose of arisings
    ‐ communicate and co-ordinate progress on specialist treatment
    ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools, pedestrian operated plant and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with applying specialist pavement surfacing materials manually
    124. Programme
    • types of productivity targets and time scales
    • how times are estimated
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    125. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ primers, epoxy or thermoplastic resins, bituminous emulsion, catalyst, doping agents, fibres, rubber, pigment and asphalt rejuvenators
    ‐ aggregates
    ‐ protection and masking materials
    ‐ mixer and mixer pot
    ‐ pre-heaters and thermal heaters
    ‐ hand tools, power tools, pedestrian operated plant and equipment
    • identify by calculation, quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to apply specialist pavement surfacing materials manually
    126. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, survey and utility company information and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    127. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    • others affected by the work
    128. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials and components
    • tools and equipment
    • electronic location instruments
    129. demonstration of work skills to measure, locate, identify, mark out, position, protect and secure
    130. use and maintain hand tools, power tools, ancillary equipment and electronic instruments
    131. survey, identify and mark the location of utilities apparatus and sub-structures to given working instructions
    132. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries, damage to utilities apparatus and sub structures
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    133. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, organisational and manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, current regulations and official guidance governing utilities
    134. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    135. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, power tools, ancillary equipment and electronic instruments
    136. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
    ‐ ensure electronic equipment is calibrated
    ‐ c onform to agreed specification and local utility providers requirements
    ‐ identify utilities apparatus and sub-structures by electronic locators and visually
    ‐ confirm the type of service, including: gas, fuel, electric, communication, water, sewage
    ‐ work around street furniture and ironwork
    ‐ recognise identification markers for utility types
    ‐ confirm structures (foundations, inspection chambers, joint and junction boxes)
    ‐ confirm the impact of the natural environment (tree roots, watercourses)
    ‐ mark the position of utilities apparatus and sub-structures
    ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with identifying and marking the loacation of utilities apparatus and sub-structures
    137. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist:
    ‐ electronic location instruments
    ‐ marking materials and equipment
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ ancillary equipment
    • identify by calculation, quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to identify and mark the location of utilities apparatus and sub-structures
    138. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    • those affected by the work
    139. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, position, fit, level, align and secure
    140. install street ironwork (metal, plastic, concrete and composite materials) to new and/or reinstated pavements to given working instructions relating to the following
    • access covers and frames
    • gully grates and frames
    141. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions and current regulations for installing street ironwork fixtures
    142. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
    ‐ locate the area and position where the street ironwork is to be installed
    ‐ conform to agreed specifications
    ‐ remove, take up and set aside street ironworks
    ‐ confirm the street ironwork, fixing and bedding requirements
    ‐ work around street furniture
    ‐ adjust height of existing street ironwork
    ‐ position, fit, align, level and secure the street ironwork
    ‐ protect ironwork during curing
    ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ use ancillary equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with the installation of street ironwork
    143. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist:
    ‐ sand, cement, mortar, resin-based materials
    ‐ bricks, shims and proprietary products for adjusting
    ‐ access covers and frames, gully grates and frames
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • identify by calculation, quantity and size associated with the method and procedure to install street ironwork (metal, plastic, concrete and composite materials)
    144. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, prepare, lay, spread, level, compact and finish
    145. use and maintain hand tools, power tools, pedestrian operated plant and ancillary equipment
    146. lay flexible pavement materials to given working instructions relating to the following
    • unbound sub-base construction
    • prepare and form joints
    • flexible surface material
    147. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, official guidance and current regulations governing the laying of flexible pavement materials
    148. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
    ‐ prepare the area for laying of flexible pavement materials
    ‐ conform agreed specifications
    ‐ determine the suitability of flexible pavement materials
    ‐ lay, compact and finish unbound sub-base
    ‐ prepare and form joints
    ‐ lay, compact and finish flexible pavement materials
    ‐ work around street furniture and ironwork
    ‐ apply sealers, sealants, tack and bond coats and bitumen
    ‐ work with, in close proximity to and around plant and machinery
    ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools, pedestrian operated plant and equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with laying flexible pavement materials
    149. Programme
    • types of productivity targets and time scales
    • how time is estimated
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    150. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist:
    ‐ unbound sub-base materials
    ‐ jointing materials
    ‐ flexible pavement materials, asphalt concretes, hot rolled asphalt, stone mastic asphalt, mastic asphalt and resin bound versions
    ‐ hand tools, power tools, pedestrian operated plant and equipment
    • identify by calculation, quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to lay flexible pavements materials
    151. demonstration of work skills to set out, prepare, measure, mark out, cut, place, lay, level, align, compact and finish
    152. place bedding and lay modular paving manually and/or by machine to given working instructions, to produce a bound or unbound pavement using at least two of the following
    • block paving
    • brick paving
    • stone and/or concrete setts
    • flags
    • natural stone rough cut (riven and/or cropped)
    • natural stone uniformly cut (sawn in dimension)
    153. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions and current regulations governing the laying of modular paving
    154. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    155. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
    ‐ confirm the type of block, brick, sett, flag and natural stone modular paving unit, bedding and jointing materials
    ‐ conform to the agreed specifications
    ‐ identify the differences between rigid (bound) and flexible (unbound) paving
    ‐ inspect and confirm substrate as acceptable for laying modular paving to given specification
    ‐ set out the area and prepare substrate for modular pavement construction
    ‐ install kerbs, channels, edgings and drainage
    ‐ mark and cut modular paving
    ‐ lay modular block, brick, sett, flag and natural stone paving manually and by machine to the required design and pattern, levels and stability
    ‐ work around street furniture and ironwork
    ‐ work with, in close proximity to and around plant or machinery
    ‐ monitor and check work against specification(s)
    ‐ lift modular paving for removal, maintenance and repair
    ‐ maintain and repair modular paving to match existing design functions
    ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with laying modular pavement
    156. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist:
    ‐ graded granular material, mortar and concrete
    ‐ blocks, stone setts, bricks, flags, natural stone
    ‐ kerbs, channels, drainage
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • identify by calculation, quantity, length, area, volume and wastage associated with the method and procedure to lay modular paving
    157. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, cut, position, level, align, compact, seal and finish
    158. lay kerbs and/or channels and/or combined drainage and kerb systems to given working instructions
    159. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions and current regulations for laying preformed kerbs and channels
    160. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
    ‐ identify different types of kerbs, channels and combined drainage and kerb systems
    ‐ conform to agreed specifications
    ‐ set out the area and prepare substrate and foundation for laying kerbs, channels and combined drainage and kerb systems
    ‐ lay and align kerbs, channels and combined drainage and kerb systems to the required specifications
    ‐ mark and cut kerbs, channels and combined drainage and kerb systems
    ‐ work around street furniture and ironwork
    ‐ protect completed work for curing process
    ‐ deal with others affected by the work
    ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with laying preformed kerbs, channels and combined drainage and kerb systems
    161. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist:
    ‐ sand, cement, aggregates, additives, sealants and resins
    ‐ kerbs, channels and combined drainage and kerb systems
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • identify by calculation, quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to lay preformed kerbs, channels and combined drainage and kerb systems
    162. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    • working with and around utility services
    • safe use of access equipment
    • working in excavations
    • others affected by the work
    163. demonstration of work skills to measure, locate, expose, mark out, position, protect and secure
    164. locate and excavate to expose buried utility services to given working instructions
    165. apply protection measures to utility services
    166. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries, damage to utilities apparatus and sub- structures
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    167. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, permits, verbal, written and graphical instructions, organisational and manufacturers' information and current regulations and official guidance governing utility services
    168. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    169. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
    ‐ ensure electronic equipment is calibrated
    ‐ conform to agreed specification and local utility services providers requirements
    ‐ identify utility services by electronic locators, trial holes and visually
    ‐ recognise criteria for operating location equipment and their limitations
    ‐ confirm the type of service including: gas, fuel, electric, communication, water, sewage
    ‐ liaise with utility services organisations
    ‐ recognise identification markers for utility types
    ‐ excavate by hand and with the assistance of plant or machinery
    ‐ work with, in close proximity to and around plant and machinery
    ‐ recognise the criteria for directing and guiding the operations and movement of plant and machinery
    ‐ work around street furniture and ironwork
    ‐ work in excavations, including the need for excavation supports, edge protection and access equipment
    ‐ provide for the recognition and protection of the utility services, sub-structure and the natural environment during operational activities
    ‐ install supports for exposed utility services
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment including specialist equipment
    ‐ use access equipment
    ‐ work at height
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with with locating and excavating to expose buried utility services
    170. Programme
    • types of productivity targets and tie scales
    • how times are estimated
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    171. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist:
    ‐ electronic instruments
    ‐ marking and protection materials
    ‐ excavation plant and machinery
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment including specialist tools (insulated and non-sparking tools)
    ‐ ancillary equipment
    • identify by calculation, length, volume and area associated with the method and procedure to locate and excavate to expose buried utility services
    172. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant, machinery or equipment operations and the work to be carried out
    173. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant, machinery or equipment operations and the work to be carried out
    174. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of plant, machinery, equipment and tools
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials
    • specific risks to health
    175. selection of resources associated with own work
    • tools and ancillary equipment and/or accessories
    176. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, align, communicate, operate and control
    177. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    178. prepare, operate, or control the operations of at least one of the following items of plant, machinery or equipment to given working instructions
    • applicator steersman reacting to signals to maintain speed, direction and line
    • applicator operator maintaining feed, spread of materials and communicating with steersman
    • slurry supply tanker operator collecting and delivering materials to the applicator
    • tipper grab operator collecting and delivering materials to the applicator
    • roller operator ensuring embedment of mix and continuity of joints
    179. shut down and secure plant, machinery or equipment
    180. Communication
    • discussions, sketches electronic information and briefings
    181. Hazards
    • those identified by methods of work, risk and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    182. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, current regulations and official guidance governing the operation of plant, machinery, equipment and accessories for slurry micro-surfacing
    183. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment whilst working in the workplace, below ground level, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    184. Maintenance
    • operative care of plant or machinery, hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
    185. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify installation requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specifications
    ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
    ‐ identify the workability of slurry micro-surfacing materials
    ‐ prepare, set up and carry out pre-start and running checks of the plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ check and monitor ambient conditions and adjust work in relation to prevailing weather conditions
    ‐ recognise the test criteria for slurry micro-surfacing materials
    ‐ screed slurry micro-surfacing materials to finished level
    ‐ protect and work around street furniture and ironwork
    ‐ carry out and control operations according to your role and the required performance of plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ recognise the duties of other operatives, applicator steersman, applicator operator, slurry supply tanker operator, tipper grab operator and roller operator to ensure cohesive operations
    ‐ recognise, monitor and control processes e.g. treatment and preparation of joints, line, level, thickness, embedment and finishes
    ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ record and report, machine operation factors, work progress and completions
    ‐ shut down and secure plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant, machinery and equipment for laying slurry micro-surfacing
    186. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants and fuels
    ‐ attachments
    ‐ slurry micro-surfacing materials
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant, machinery and equipment for laying slurry micro-surfacing
    • how to confirm resources and materials conform with agreed specification
    187. Skills
    • own occupation and occupations related to the work
    188. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, align, communicate, operate, control, secure, lay, spread, compact, mark, level and finish
    189. use and maintain hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
    190. prepare, operate, or control the operations of at least one of the following items of plant, machinery or equipment to given working instructions
    • heating pot operator heating materials to specified temperature, avoiding overheating and delivering heated materials to shoe
    • tanker operator maintaining speed and distribution
    • spray bar operator maintaining level and distribution
    • chipper machine operator maintaining speed and distribution
    191. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, current regulations and official guidance governing the operation of plant, machinery and accessories for high friction surfacing
    192. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify installation requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specifications
    ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
    ‐ identify the constituents of high friction surfacing materials
    ‐ prepare and mask features
    ‐ prepare, set up and carry out pre-start and running checks of the plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ check and monitor ambient conditions and adjust work in relation to prevailing weather conditions
    ‐ recognise the test criteria for high friction surfacing materials
    ‐ carry out and control operations according to your role and the required performance of plant, machinery or equipment
    ‐ recognise the duties of the operatives; tanker operator, spray bar operator and chipper machine operator to ensure cohesive operations
    ‐ recognise, monitor and control processes e.g. treatment and preparation of joints, line, level, spread, thickness and finishes
    ‐ work around street furniture and ironwork
    ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ record and report, machine operation factors, work progress and completions
    ‐ shut down and secure plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant, machinery and equipment for laying high friction surfacing
    193. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants and fuels
    ‐ attachments
    ‐ high friction surfacing materials
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant, machinery and equipment for laying high friction surfacing
    • how to confirm resources and materials conform with agreed specification
    194. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, align, communicate, operate, control, cut, abrade, level, finish and secure
    195. prepare, operate or control the operations of at least one of the following items of plant, machinery or equipment to given working instructions
    • wheeled planing and/or milling machine up to 1 metre operator maintaining speed, line, depth, level and communication with arisings collection vehicle
    • tracked planing and/or milling machine up to
    • metre operator maintaining speed, line, depth, level and communication with arisings collection vehicle
    • tracked planing and/or milling machine operator over
    • metre operator maintaining speed, line, depth, level and communication with arisings collection vehicle
    196. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, current regulations and official guidance governing the operation of plant, machinery and equipment for operating and controlling operations for planing and milling operations
    197. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify planing and milling requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specifications
    ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
    ‐ prepare, set up and carry out pre-start and running checks of the plant, machinery, equipement and accessories
    ‐ carry out and control operations according to your role and the required performance of plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ work around street furniture and ironwork
    ‐ identify location marking of utility services
    ‐ recognise the duties of other operatives; planing machine operator, milling machine operator and arisings collection vehicle operator to ensure cohesive operations
    ‐ recognise, monitor and control processes, rate of removal, depth and finishes
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ record and report, machine operation factors, work progress and completions
    ‐ shut down and secure plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant, machinery and equipment for planing and milling operations
    198. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants and fuels
    ‐ attachments
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, bearing pressure, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant, machinery and equipment for planing and milling operations
    • how to confirm resources and materials conform with agreed specification
    199. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, communicate, operate, control, secure, lay, compact, mark, level and finish
    200. prepare, operate, or control the operations of plant, machinery or equipment for at least one of the following to given working instructions
    • paver screwman (screed operator) maintaining line and level
    • paver (tracked or wheeled) operator maintaining consistency of surface materials, line and direction
    • roller operator ensuring compaction, transverse and longitudinal evenness
    • chipping machine operator maintaining speed and distribution
    • loader compressor or 180 degree excavator operator maintaining supply of materials and/or preparing surfaces
    • spray tanker operator maintaining speed, line, direction and distribution
    • geosynthetic (membrane or steel mesh) installation equipment operator maintaining uniformity, line, direction, overlap and adhesion
    • spray injection operator ensuring compaction and finish
    201. Communication
    • discussions, sketches, electronic information and briefings
    202. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, current regulations and official guidance governing the operation of plant, machinery and accessories for laying flexible and semi-flexible paving materials
    203. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify installation requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specifications
    ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
    ‐ identify the characteristics of flexible paving materials e.g. hot rolled asphalt, stone mastic asphalt, mastic asphalt, asphalt concrete mixtures and geosynthetic material
    ‐ identify the characteristics of semi-flexible paving materials e.g. cement bound granular material (CGBM) and roller compacted concrete (RCC)
    ‐ prepare and install mesh reinforcement membrane
    ‐ prepare, set up and carry out pre-start and running checks of the plant, machinery and accessories
    ‐ confirm and monitor temperature and workability of flexible and semi-flexible paving materials throughout the process
    ‐ recognise the causes of poor performance and factors that will affect the finished product
    ‐ carry out and control operations according to your role and the required performance of plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ adjust the work in relation to prevailing weather conditions
    ‐ work around street furniture and ironwork
    ‐ recognise sampling, testing and quality control processes
    ‐ recognise, monitor and control processes e.g. treatment and preparation of joints, line, level, thickness, compaction and finishes
    ‐ recognise the duties of operatives paver screwman, paver operator, roller operator, chipping machine operator, loader compressor operator, 180 degree machine operator, spray tanker operator and geosynthetic installation equipment operator or spray injection operator to ensure cohesive operations
    ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ shut down and secure plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant, machinery and equipment for laying flexible and semi-flexible paving materials
    204. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants and fuels
    ‐ attachments
    ‐ flexible paving materials
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, bearing pressure, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant, machinery and equipment for laying flexible and semi-flexible paving materials
    • how to confirm resources and materials conform with agreed specification
    205. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the plant machinery or equipment operations and the work to be carried out
    206. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, align, communicate, operate, control, secure, lay, spread, compact, mark, level, smooth, treat and finish
    207. prepare, operate or control the operations of plant, machinery or equipment for at least one of the following to given working instructions
    • feed machine operator, (e.g. tipper truck, dump truck, 360 degree excavator, concrete truck mixer) placing and spreading materials evenly
    • paver screwman maintaining line and level
    • paver operator maintaining speed and consistency of concrete lay and spread
    • finishing beam or float operator maintaining surface finish
    • reinforcement placement equipment operator maintaining line, level and overlap
    • spray operator maintaining speed and coverage
    • texturing and/or curing machine operator maintaining speed
    • horizontal travel slip form machine operator maintaining consistent feed to the mould and speed of lay
    208. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, current regulations and official guidance governing the operation of plant, machinery and equipment for laying rigid paving
    209. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify installation requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specifications
    ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
    ‐ identify the workability of concrete mixes
    ‐ prepare and install reinforcement
    ‐ prepare, set up and carry out pre-start and running checks of the plant, machinery, equipment and accessories
    ‐ check and monitor ambient conditions and adjust work in relation to prevailing weather conditions
    ‐ receive, handle and extract samples for testing concrete
    ‐ level, vibrate and compact concrete
    ‐ screed concrete to finished level
    ‐ protect concrete for the curing process
    ‐ carry out and control operations according to your role and the required performance of plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ identify the duties of other operatives in the surfacing crew, feed machine operator, paver screwman, paver operator or finishing crew; finishing beam or float operator, spray operator, texturing machine operator, curing machine operator or horizontal travel slipform machine operator
    ‐ recognise, monitor and control processes e.g. treatment and preparation of joints, line, level, thickness, compaction and finishes
    ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ record and report, machine operation factors, work progress and completions
    ‐ shut down and secure plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant, machinery and equipment for laying rigid paving
    210. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants and fuels
    ‐ attachments
    ‐ rigid paving materials
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, bearing pressure, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant, machinery or equipment for laying rigid paving
    • how to confirm resources and materials conform with agreed specification
    211. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, align, communicate, operate, control, secure, lay, spread, embed, mark, level, treat and finish
    212. prepare, operate, or control the operations of at least one of the following items of plant, machinery or equipment to given working instructions
    • spray tanker operator maintaining speed, coverage and communicating with spray bar operator
    • self-propelled chipping machine operator maintaining speed and distribution
    • tailboard chipping machine operator maintaining speed and distribution
    • combined spray tanker and chipping machine operator maintaining speed, distribution and communicating with spray bar operator
    • spray bar operator maintaining level, distribution and communicating with spray tanker operator or combined spray tanker and chipping machine operator
    • tipper grab operator delivering materials to chipping machine
    • loading shovel operator supplying materials to the tipper
    • roller operator ensuring embedment and continuity of joints
    213. shut down and secure plant, machinery and equipment
    214. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, current regulations and official guidance governing the operation of plant, machinery and equipment for laying surface dressing
    215. Maintenance
    • operative care of plant, machinery and equipment, hand tools, ancillary equipment and/or accessories
    216. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify installation requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specifications
    ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
    ‐ identify the components of surface dressing
    ‐ prepare and mask street furniture
    ‐ prepare, set up and carry out pre-start and running checks of the plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ check and monitor ambient conditions and adjust work in relation to prevailing weather conditions
    ‐ recognise the test criteria for surface dressing materials
    ‐ carry out and control operations according to your role and the required performance of plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ recognise, monitor and control processes e.g. treatment and preparation of joints, line, level, rate of spread and finishes
    ‐ work around street furniture and ironwork
    ‐ recognise the duties of other operatives, spray tanker operator, self-propelled and tailboard chipper operator, combined spray tanker operators, spray bar operator and roller operator to ensure cohesive operations
    ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ record and report, machine operation factors, work progress and completions
    ‐ shut down and secure plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant, machinery and equipment for laying surface dressing
    217. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants and fuels
    ‐ attachments
    ‐ surface dressing materials
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant, machinery and eqyuipment for laying surface dressing
    • how to confirm resources and materials conform with agreed specification
    218. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, align, communicate, operate, control, lay, spread, compact, level, smooth and finish
    219. prepare, operate, or control the operations of at least one of the following items of plant, machinery or equipment to given working instructions
    • combination soil stabilisation machine operator maintaining depth, speed, line, level and consistent integration of binding materials and supplying the spreader machine
    • mixer machine operator mixing binding materials and supplying the spreader machine
    • tilling machine operator maintaining depth, speed, line and level
    • self-propelled or towed water bowser machine operator maintaining speed and distribution
    • roller operator ensuring light compaction for sealing
    220. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, current regulations and official guidance governing the operation of plant, machinery and equipment for soil stabilisation
    221. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify installation requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specifications
    ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
    ‐ identify markings for utilities
    ‐ prepare, set up and carry out pre-start and running checks of the plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ check and monitor ambient conditions and adjust work in relation to prevailing weather conditions
    ‐ carry out and control operations according to your role and the required performance of plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ recognise the duties of other operators; combination soil stabilisation machine operator, mixing machine operator, bulk binder spreader operator, tilling machine operator, self-propelled and towed water bowser and roller operator to ensure cohesive operations
    ‐ recognise, monitor and control processes e.g. removal, mixing, spreading, tilling, compacting, maintaining line, level, spread, depth and finishes
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ record and report, machine operation factors, work progress and completions
    ‐ shut down and secure plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant, machinery and equipment for soil stabilisation
    222. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants and fuels
    ‐ attachments
    ‐ binding materials
    ‐ sealing agents
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, bearing pressure, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant, machinery and equipment for soil stabilisation
    • how to confirm resources and materials conform with agreed specification
    223. demonstration of work skills to check, set up, adjust, align, communicate, operate, control, remove, lay, spread, compact, mark, level, smooth, treat and finish
    224. prepare, operate, or control the operations of at least one of the following items of plant, machinery or equipment to given working instructions
    • pulveriser (milling or planing), recycling and mixing machine operator maintaining speed, line and level
    • combination in-situ recycling machine operator maintaining speed, line and level
    • bulk binder spreader machine operator ensuring even spread and distribution of recycled materials and binder
    • tanker truck (water, emulsion or bitumen) operator maintaining speed, coverage and communication with pulveriser or recycling machine operator
    • spray bar operator maintaining level, coverage and communicating with the tanker operator
    • motor grader operator grading and shaping to profile
    • roller operator (single drum, tandem and pneumatic-tyred) ensuring compaction
    225. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, current regulations and official guidance governing the operation of plant, machinery and equipment for in-situ structural road recycling operations
    226. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify installation requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specifications
    ‐ confirm the area and location of work, the operations, safety and security requirements including temporary traffic management and immediate area protection
    ‐ identify markings for ironwork and utilities
    ‐ prepare, set up and carry out pre-start and running checks of the plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ check and monitor ambient conditions and adjust work in relation to prevailing weather conditions
    ‐ carry out and control operations according to your role and the required performance of plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ recognise the duties of other operators; pulverising operator, recycling and mixing machine operator, motor grader operator, roller operator, self-propelled water bowser operator, spray tanker operator, spray bar operator and heated bitumen tanker operator
    ‐ recognise, monitor and control processes e.g. removal, mixing, compacting, laying, treatment and preparation of joints, line, level, spread, thickness, and finishes
    ‐ work around street furniture and ironwork
    ‐ identify trafficable times and protect site for curing
    ‐ clear gullies, relocate ironwork and reinstate verges
    ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ record and report, machine operation factors, work progress and completions
    ‐ shut down and secure plant, machinery and equipment
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant, machinery and equipment for in-situ structural road recycling operations
    227. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ consumables, lubricants and fuels
    ‐ attachments
    ‐ in-situ structural road recycling additions
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, bearing pressure, pressure, quantity, length and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant, machinery and equipment for in-situ structural road recycling operations
    • how to confirm resources and materials conform with agreed specification
    228. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, site inspections and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    229. demonstration of work skills to measure, locate, set out, position, assemble, maintain and remove
    230. use and maintain tools and ancillary equipment
    231. segregate the area for live highways works in compliance with recognised current legislation and official guidance and given working instructions relating to the following
    • access and egress to site
    • work activity and storage of resources
    • signs, cones, lighting and guarding, portable traffic signals for temporary traffic management control
    232. maintain and remove signs, lighting and guarding, portable traffic signals in compliance with recognised current legislation and official guidance
    233. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, verbal, written and graphical instructions, electronic data, current regulations and current legislation, official guidance and Codes of Practice governing traffic management relating to the highways works
    234. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, power tools, ancillary equipment and traffic control equipment
    235. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ plan and implement the agreed plan for site safety, access and egress, work activities and storage of resources and temporary traffic management control around the highways works
    ‐ set out signs, cones, lights, portable traffic signals and guarding for temporary traffic management control
    ‐ work around street furniture and ironwork
    ‐ deal with others affected by the work
    ‐ check and maintain operation of traffic control equipment
    ‐ dismantle and remove signs, lights, cones, portable traffic signals and guarding for temporary traffic management control
    ‐ return infrastructure to operational status
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with segregating the area for highways works
    236. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist:
    ‐ signs, lights, guards and portable traffic signals
    ‐ pedestrian and vehicular traffic control systems
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • identify by calculation, quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure for segregating the area for highways works
    237. Implement, monitor and remove mobile traffic management on motorways and dual carriageways
    • interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, site inspections and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    • avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating the following
    ‐ methods of work
    ‐ safe use of health and safety control equipment
    ‐ safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
    ‐ identification of hazards associated with traffic management
    ‐ specific risks to health
    • selection of resources associated with own work
    ‐ materials, components and fixings
    ‐ tools and equipment
    • protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
    • minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
    • disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
    • demonstration of work skills to set up, operate, communicate and coordinate
    • use and maintain hand tools and ancillary equipment
    • implement mobile traffic management on motorways and dual carriageways, with and/or without hard shoulders, to given working instructions relating to the following
    ‐ prepare mobile vehicles and equipment
    ‐ co-ordinate communications and procedures to implement mobile traffic management
    ‐ carry out traffic counts
    ‐ implement, monitor and remove mobile traffic management in accordance with recognised current legislation and official/statutory guidance
    238. Implement, monitor and remove mobile traffic management on motorways and dual carriageways
    • completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
    239. Implement, monitor and remove mobile traffic management on motorways and dual carriageways
    240. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing mobile traffic
    241. Legislation and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents and health hazards whilst working in the workplace, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement/storage of materials and by manual handling and mechanical lifting and in live traffic situations
    242. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools and ancillary equipment
    243. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ carry out checks and prepare vehicles and equipment to be used for mobile traffic management
    ‐ communicate and agree procedure for implementing mobile traffic management
    ‐ monitor traffic count for mobile traffic management
    ‐ implement and remove mobile traffic management according to the relevant regulatory requirements and official guidance
    • use hand tools and equipment team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with implementing, monitoring and removing mobile traffic management on motorways and dual carriageways
    244. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
    ‐ traffic control vehicles
    ‐ radio and electronic equipment
    ‐ hand tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure for implementing mobile traffic management on motorways and dual carriageways
    245. Install, maintain and remove static temporary traffic management on motorways and high speed dual carriageways
    • interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    • avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating the following
    ‐ methods of work
    ‐ safe use of health and safety control equipment
    ‐ safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
    ‐ identification of hazards associated with traffic management
    ‐ specific risks to health
    • selection of resources associated with own work
    ‐ materials, components and fixings
    ‐ tools and equipment
    • protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
    • minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
    • disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
    • demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, position, set out, secure, maintain and move
    • use and maintain hand tools and ancillary equipment
    • install, maintain and remove static temporary traffic management on high speed roads to given working instructions relating to the following
    ‐ select and prepare materials, components and equipment
    ‐ load and unload the static temporary traffic management equipment
    ‐ co-ordinate communications and procedures for setting up the static temporary traffic management
    ‐ install static temporary traffic management on high speed roads in accordance with current legislation and official/statutory guidance
    ‐ maintain the integrity of the static temporary traffic management installation
    ‐ remove static temporary traffic management
    246. Install, maintain and remove static temporary traffic management on motorways and high speed dual carriageways
    • completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
    247. Install, maintain and remove static temporary traffic management on motorways and high speed dual carriageways
    248. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information, current regulations and official/statutory guidance governing static temporary traffic management on high speed roads
    249. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ carry out checks and prepare equipment to be used for static temporary traffic management
    ‐ communicate and agree procedure for implementing static temporary traffic management
    ‐ ensure static temporary traffic management equipment is loaded in sequence ready for installation
    ‐ unload static temporary traffic management equipment to maintain its integrity
    ‐ install, maintain and remove static temporary traffic management according to the relevant statutory, regulatory requirements and official guidance
    ‐ ensure operational compliance
    ‐ use hand tools and ancillary equipment team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing, maintaining and removing static temporary traffic management on high speed roads
    • Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    250. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
    ‐ traffic control equipment (cones, signs, lights, notices, guards, barriers)
    ‐ hand and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install, maintain and remove static temporary traffic management on high speed roads
    251. Install, maintain and remove temporary traffic management on urban and rural roads
    • interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, site inspections and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    • avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating the following
    ‐ methods of work
    ‐ safe use of health and safety control equipment
    ‐ safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
    ‐ identification of hazards associated with traffic management
    ‐ specific risks to health
    • selection of resources associated with own work
    ‐ materials, components and fixings
    ‐ tools and equipment
    • protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
    • minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
    • disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
    • demonstration of work skills to plan, locate, set out, position, install, maintain and remove
    • use and maintain tools and ancillary equipment
    • install, maintain and remove temporary traffic management on urban and rural roads to given working instructions relating to the following
    ‐ select and prepare materials, components and equipment
    ‐ load and unload temporary traffic management equipment
    ‐ co-ordinate communications and procedures for setting up the temporary traffic management
    ‐ install temporary traffic management on urban and rural roads to recognised current legislation and statutory/official guidance
    ‐ maintain the integrity of the temporary traffic management installation
    ‐ remove temporary traffic management
    252. Install, maintain and remove temporary traffic management on urban and rural roads
    • completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
    253. Install, maintain and remove temporary traffic management on urban and rural roads
    254. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing temporary traffic management on urban and rural roads
    255. Maintenance
    • operative care of tools and ancillary equipment
    256. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ confirm and plan for the requirements for temporary traffic management
    ‐ identify and confirm suitability of materials and equipment to be used for temporary traffic management
    ‐ communicate and agree procedure for convoy working
    ‐ set out, install and remove the temporary traffic management according to the relevant regulatory requirements and official/statutory guidance
    ‐ maintain the integrity of the installation and equipment
    ‐ use tools and equipment team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing, maintaining and removing temporary traffic management on urban and rural roads
    • Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    257. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
    ‐ traffic control equipment (cones, signs, lights/lamps, portable traffic lights, notices, pedestrian ramps, guards, barriers)
    ‐ tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install, maintain and remove temporary traffic
    258. avoidance of risk by complying with the given information relating the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
    • identification of hazards associated with traffic management
    • specific risks to health
    259. demonstration of work skills to inspect, adjust, repair, replace, secure, maintain and lubricate
    260. maintain temporary traffic management equipment to given working instructions, relating to the following
    • check and clean equipment
    • test and adjust components and equipment make-up
    • replace consumables/lost materials/components
    • replace/repair worn/damaged components/equipment
    • maintain/lubricate components/equipment
    261. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, risk assessments, method statements, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing maintenance of temporary traffic management equipment
    262. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method/area of work and materials used to:
    ‐ carry out checks to ensure equipment is usable and operational
    ‐ repair/replace damaged and worn components/equipment
    ‐ service and maintain components/equipment to operational requirements
    ‐ store equipment to maintain its operational integrity
    ‐ mark and segregate faulty equipment
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with maintenance of temporary traffic management equipment
    • Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    263. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist:
    ‐ lubricants and consumables
    ‐ replacement components
    ‐ hand tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to maintain temporary traffic management equipment
    264. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, weather forecasts, maps, navigation aids and manufacturers' information related to the plant, machinery, towed equipment, equipment or vehicles operations and the work to be carried out
    265. communication with team members and other associated occupations about the plant, machinery, towed equipment, equipment or vehicle operation and the work to be carried out
    266. avoidance of risk by complying with the given safety information relating to at least six of the following
    • methods of work
    • safe use of health and safety control equipment
    • current training, competence and authority
    • safe use and storage of plant, machinery, towed equipment or vehicles
    • safe use and storage of tools and equipment
    • safe use of access equipment
    • dealing with customers (pedestrians and road users)
    • specific risks to health
    267. selection of resources associated with own work
    • tools and ancillary equipment
    268. maintain a clean work space
    269. demonstration of work skills to measure, check, align, adjust, set, clear, and record
    270. operate pedestrian controlled equipment plus at least one of the following winter service plant, machinery, equipment or vehicles to reasonably prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow to given working instructions
    • up to 3500kg
    • from 3500kg to 7500kg (medium LGV)
    • over 7500kg (HGV)
    • snowplough up to 3500kg
    • snowplough up to 7500kg
    • snowplough over 7500kg
    • snowblower dedicated
    • snowblower demountable
    • pedestrian controlled mechanised equipment
    • towed equipment
    • specialist equipment (ice breaker, melters)
    271. reasonably prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow for at least one of the following
    • dual carriageway roads
    • single carriageway roads
    • cycle ways
    • footways and, or footpaths
    • off highway areas (car parks, vehicle yards, airports, platforms, stadiums, loading bays, or quaysides)
    272. operate plant, machinery, towed equipment, vehicles or equipment to reasonably prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow to given working instructions by at least one of the following methods
    • spreading
    • spraying
    • ploughing
    • blowing
    • clearing
    273. record and, or, report activities and progress
    274. shut down and secure plant, machinery, towed equipment, vehicle or equipment
    275. Communication
    • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
    276. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    ‐ cases of hypothermia and cold weather related injuries (causes, symptoms and treatment)
    277. Hazards
    • those identified by method of work, risk and COSHH assessments, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    278. Health and safety control equipment
    • identified by the principles of prevention for occupational use, types and purpose of each type, work situations and general work environment
    ‐ collective protective measures
    ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
    ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
    279. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, weather forecasts, maps, navigation aids, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing the operation of plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles
    280. Legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and official guidance
    • this relates to the operative's responsibilities regarding potential accidents, health hazards and the environment, working alone and mobile work whilst working in the workplace, in confined spaces, at height, with tools and equipment, with materials and substances, with movement and storage of materials, by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    281. Maintenance
    • operative care of plant, machinery, towed equipment or vehicles, hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    282. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the winter service plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles and attachments for preventing, clearing and reducing the impact of ice and snow
    ‐ complete pre-start, running and post stop checks
    ‐ identify valid certification for maintenance and inspection
    ‐ prepare, set up and adjust for operational requirements, safety and security
    ‐ carry out function checks for, spreading, spraying, ploughing, blowing and clearing
    ‐ confirm routes and locations requiring priority treatment
    ‐ identify the suitability of de-icing and anti-icing materials
    ‐ recognise the criteria for storing de-icing and anti-icing materials
    ‐ recognise the eutectic point and its effect on treatment materials
    ‐ identify the environmental impact that can be caused by winter service operations, salt and de-icing and anti-icing materials
    ‐ check calibration of de-icing and anti-icing equipment, sprayers and spreaders
    ‐ identify spread rates for treatment, spraying and clearing patterns
    ‐ clear and treat dual carriageway roads, single carriageway roads, cycle ways, footways and footpaths (including tunnels and portals), off highway areas (car parks, vehicle yards, airports, platforms, stadiums loading bays and quaysides), tramways, level crossings, segregated areas, running surfaces, drainage channels, culverts, gullies and offlets
    ‐ avoid damage to structures, infrastructure (highway features, railway crossings and temporary works), utilities service apparatus, vehicles, cycles, people and animals
    ‐ adjust operations for varying weather conditions, surfaces, local requirements and constraints
    ‐ work in public areas
    ‐ load and replenish spread materials and return unused materials
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ record and report activities, progress and achievements
    ‐ clean, clear and lubricate equipment after operations
    ‐ monitor wear and tear on equipment
    ‐ deal with blockages
    ‐ deal with plant, machinery, equipment and vehicle breakdowns
    ‐ deal with communication equipment failures
    ‐ use access equipment (including; gantries, platforms and vehicle ladders)
    ‐ shut down and secure plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles used to prevent, clear and reasonably reduce the impact of ice or snow
    283. Programme
    • types of progress, timetables and estimated times
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    284. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ consumables
    ‐ de-icing and anti-icing materials
    ‐ attachments, ancillaries and aids for spreading, spraying, ploughing, blowing and clearing
    ‐ route planning and navigation aids
    ‐ monitoring, measuring and recording equipment
    ‐ hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • identify weight, bearing, pressure, quantity, volume, length and area associated with the method and procedure to operate plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles used to prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow
    285. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, weather forecasts, maps, navigation aids and manufacturers' information related to the plant, machinery, towed equipment, equipment or vehicle operations and the work to be carried out
    286. operate pedestrian controlled equipment plus at least one of the following winter service plant, machinery, equipment or vehicles to reasonably prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow to given working instructions
    • up to 3500kg
    • from 3500kg to 7500kg (medium LGV)
    • over 7500kg (HGV)
    • snowplough up to 3500kg
    • snowplough up to 7500kg
    • snowplough over 7500kg
    • snowblower dedicated
    • snowblower demountable
    • pedestrian controlled mechanised equipment
    • towed equipment
    • specialist equipment (ice breaker, melter)
    287. reasonably prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow for at least one of the following
    • dual carriageway roads
    • single carriageway roads
    • cycle ways
    • footways and/or footpaths
    • off highway areas (car parks, vehicle yards, airports, platforms, stadiums, loading bays or quaysides)
    288. record and report activities and progress
    289. shut down and secure plant, machinery, towed equipment, vehicles or equipment
    290. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and client
    291. Scope/range related Communication to knowledge and
    • discussions, sketches, electronic data and briefings
    292. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    ‐ hypothermia and cold weather related injuries (causes, symptoms and treatment)
    293. methods of work
    • application of knowledge for safe and healthy work practices, procedures and skills relating to the method and area of work and materials used to
    ‐ identify the characteristics of the winter service plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles and attachments for preventing, clearing and reducing the impact of ice and snow
    ‐ complete pre-start, running and post stop checks
    ‐ identify valid certification for maintenance and inspection
    ‐ prepare, set up and adjust for operational requirements, safety and security
    ‐ carry out function checks for spreading, spraying, ploughing, blowing and clearing
    ‐ confirm routes and locations requiring priority treatment
    ‐ identify the suitability of de-icing and anti-icing materials
    ‐ recognise the criteria for storing de-icing and anti-icing materials
    ‐ recognise the eutectic point and its effect on treatment materials
    ‐ identify the environmental impact that can be caused by winter service operations, salt and de-icing and anti-icing materials
    ‐ check calibration of de-icing and anti-icing equipment, sprayers and spreaders
    ‐ identify spread rates for treatment, spraying and clearing patterns
    ‐ clear and treat dual carriageway roads, single carriageway roads, cycle ways, footways and footpaths (including tunnels and portals), off highway areas (e.g. car parks, vehicle yards, airports, platforms, stadiums, loading bays and quaysides), tramways, level crossings, segregated areas, running surfaces, drainage channels, culverts, gullies and offlets
    ‐ avoid damage to structures, infrastructure (e.g. highway features, railway crossings and temporary works), utilities service apparatus, vehicles, cycles, people and animals
    ‐ adjust operations for varying weather conditions, surfaces, local requirements and constraints
    ‐ work in public areas
    ‐ load and replenish spread materials and return unused materials
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ record and report activities, progress and achievements
    ‐ clean, clear and lubricate equipment after operations
    ‐ monitor wear and tear on equipment
    ‐ deal with blockages
    ‐ deal with plant, machinery, equipment and vehicle breakdowns
    ‐ deal with communication equipment failures
    ‐ use access equipment (including; gantries, platforms and vehicle ladders)
    ‐ shut down and secure plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles
    ‐ use hand tools, ancillary equipment and accessories
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with operating plant, machinery, equipment and vehicles used to prevent, clear and reasonably reduce the impact of ice or snow
    294. operate at least one of the following winter service plant, machinery, equipment or vehicles to reasonably prevent, clear or reduce the impact of ice or snow to given working instructions
    • up to 3500kg
    • from 3500kg to 7500kg (medium LGV)
    • over 7500kg (HGV)
    • snowplough up to 3500kg
    • snowplough up to 7500kg
    • snowplough over 7500kg
    • snowblower dedicated
    • snowblower demountable
    • pedestrian controlled mechanised equipmen
    • pedestrian controlled equipment
    • towed equipment
    • specialist equipment (ice breaker, melters)
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