1. Roof Slaters
    responsibility
    1. Fabricate and install weathering leadwork to roofs
      COSVR287 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and preparing, forming and installing lead sheet weatherings for chimneys, abutments, pipes, junctions, valleys, hips and openings for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, fit, position, weld, secure, dress, boss, point and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install lead sheet weatherings to given working instructions for the following
      • chimneys
      • abutments
      • soil and/or vent pipes
      • junction saddles
      • valleys
      • hips
      • ridges
      • openings (roof lights/windows)
      10. fabricate back gutters, aprons and pipe slates by lead welding
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut, fit and place soakers
      ‐ cut, form and install step flashings
      ‐ install valley liners and saddles
      ‐ form and install aprons, back gutters and soil and/or vent pipe flashings
      ‐ weld and boss
      ‐ install rolls to hips/ridges
      ‐ install secret gutters
      ‐ point/seal flashings
      ‐ apply patination fluid
      ‐ recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ recorgnise specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with fabricating and installing weathering leadwork to roofs
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ sheet lead, patination fluids and pointing materials
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to fabricate and install weathering leadwork to roofs
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
      3. Building Maintenance Multi-trades Repair and Refurbishment Operations
    2. Harvest and transport thatching materials
      cosvr115 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 selecting, gathering and transporting materials for thatching
      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
      • naturally grown and cultivated materials
      • 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 handle, cut, gather, stack, load and tie
      10. use and maintain harvesting tools and ancillary equipment
      11. identify, select, harvest and transport three of the following thatching materials to given working instructions
      • long straw, combed wheat reed, water reed, sedge grass, coppice materials, heather, marram, bent, bracken, rush, flax, turf or other specialist local material
      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 and their uses
      16. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, manufacturers' information and regulations
      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 and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      19. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and 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
      ‐ identify and select suitable thatching materials
      ‐ stack and store thatching materials using appropriate methods and techniques
      ‐ handle materials using mechanical and manual methods
      ‐ load and transport thatching materials
      ‐ use tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with the use of thatching materials
      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 and sizes of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ straw, reed, grass, coppice materials, heather, marram, bent, bracken, rush, flax and turf
      ‐ transport equipment
      ‐ harvesting tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to harvest thatching materials
      26. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
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      Waterproof Membrane Roofing Systems
    3. Install components for warm and cold roof construction
      COSVR281 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 counter-battens, ventilation systems, insulation and access hatch insulation, supporting timbers and ancillary components to construct warm and cold roofs for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, cut, mark out, fit, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install the following roofing components to roofs with ridges, verges, hips, valleys, openings, penetrations and abutments to given working instructions to construct a warm and cold roof
      • counter-battens
      • ventilation systems
      • over and/or between rafter level insulation
      • ceiling level insulation
      • access hatch insulation
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut and fit warm and cold roof materials and components to the required size and shape
      ‐ fix underlay and counter-battens to roof design
      ‐ install ventilation systems
      ‐ install over and/or between rafter level insulation
      ‐ install ceiling level insulation
      ‐ install access hatch insulation
      ‐ remove ineffective/damaged insulation from roof area
      ‐ check and maintain adequate ventilation
      ‐ check supporting timber at hips, valleys, ridges, abutments and openings
      ‐ recognise the principles of warm/cold roof construction
      ‐ recognise ceiling construction, including air tightness, air layers and vapour control layers
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing components for warm or cold roof construction
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ underlays, counter-battens, quilt and rigid insulation and ventilation systems
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install components for warm and cold roof construction
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    4. Install double-lap artificial roof slates
      COSVR277 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing double-lap artificial slate roof coverings for new and/or re-roof 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
      • he 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install double-lap artificial slates and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ install undereaves, eaves and top course
      ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ set out and install double-lap artificial roof slates to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ form dry fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ double-lap artificial slates, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems and ventilation systems
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install double-lap artificial roof slates
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    5. Install double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details
      COSVR286 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 double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details (eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas) for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working 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 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap), to battens and/or boards, and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for at least two of the following roof details
      • eyebrow dormers
      • swept valleys
      • laced valleys
      • curved vertical
      • curved pitch (cones, apse ends)
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ fix boards, wedges, fillets and split battens
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ fix tiles to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ set out and install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap) and components, including soakers to eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ plain tiles, peg tiles, boards, split battens, soakers, timber, wedges, fillets, fittings and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    6. Install fully supported lead and hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      COSVR327 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment for preparing and installing fully supported lead and hard metal to flat, low pitched and pitched roofs, cladding and weatherings.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set out, cut, profile, position, secure and joint
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare substrate and install to given working instructions fully supported flat lead roofing or low pitched hard metal roofing plus, fully supported lead or hard metal roofing to the following
      • pitched roofs
      • vertical cladding
      10. install two of the following fully supported lead or hard metal weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces to given working instructions
      • soffits
      • cornices or parapets
      • gutters
      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
      • oral/written instructions, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ clean/clear substrate
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ set out joints
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ install fully supported flat lead roofing or low pitched hard metal roofing
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal pitched roofs and vertical cladding
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal weatherings to vertical, horizontal and inclined surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, finishings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    7. Install natural roof slate to mitred and vertical roof details
      COSVR278 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing natural slate roof coverings to mitred and vertical roof areas for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install natural roof slates to batterns and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • mitred hips
      • mitred valleys
      • vertical surfaces
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges and ridges
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ grade and hole slates
      ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ form mitred hips and mitred valleys, including measuring, cutting and fitting soakers
      ‐ set out and install natural roof slates to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ natural slates, fixings, soakers, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install natural roof slates to mitred and vertical roof details
      23. Security procedure
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Building Maintenance Multi-trades Repair and Refurbishment Operations
      3. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    8. Install natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details
      COSVR288 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 natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details (eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas) for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, grade, size, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install natural slates to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for at least two of the following roof details
      • eyebrow dormers
      • swept valleys
      • laced valleys
      • curved vertical
      • curved pitch (cones, apse ends)
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ fix boards, wedges, fillets and split battens
      ‐ grade, size and hole slates
      ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ set out and install slates and components, including soakers to eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ slates, boards, split battens, soakers, timber, wedges, fillets, fittings and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    9. Install plain tile roof coverings
      COSVR275 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing plain tile roof coverings for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install plain roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ set out and install tiles to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations and internal and external corners
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries 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
      ‐ plain tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install plain tile roof coverings
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    10. Install pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs
      COSVR273 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing pre-formed lead and/or proprietary flashings to single and double-lap roof coverings with chimneys, abutments, soil and/or vent pipes, junctions, valleys and openings for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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 cut, fit, position, secure, dress, point and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install pre-formed lead and/or proprietary flashings to single and double-lap roof coverings to given working instructions relating to the following
      • chimneys
      • abutments
      • soil and/or vent pipes
      • junction saddles
      • valleys
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut, fit and place lead and/or proprietary soakers
      ‐ cut and fit flashing materials to the required size and shape
      • install step flashings
      ‐ install valley liners and saddles
      ‐ install lead aprons, back gutters, soil and/or vent pipe flashings
      ‐ install flashings to openings (roof lights, windows)
      ‐ dress flashings
      ‐ point/seal flashings
      ‐ apply patination fluid
      ‐ install proprietary flashings and weatherings
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing weathering flashings to roofs
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ pre-formed lead flashings, proprietary flashings, soakers, patination fluids, pointing materials
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity and length associated with the method/procedure to install pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    11. Install rainscreen wall cladding systems
      COSVR184 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 rainscreen wall cladding 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 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 specialised fixings for compatible materials
      • tools and equipment
      • access equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. prevent 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, set out, adjust, align, fit, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools, levelling instruments and ancillary equipment
      9. install rainscreen wall cladding 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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of rainscreen wall cladding systems
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ ensure currency of calibration for levelling equipment
      ‐ assess suitability of background materials
      ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
      ‐ identify the types and characteristics of current rainscreen cladding materials, including metal, clay, ceramic and laminate
      ‐ form internal and external angles
      ‐ form opening reveals
      ‐ Install rainscreen wall cladding systems
      • position and install panel hangers, drips, cover strips, fixings and fittings
      ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces
      ‐ fit components around protrusions and penetrations
      ‐ position and secure flashings and vents
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing rainscreen wall cladding systems
      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 specialist
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, panel hangers, drips, cover strips, halters and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, fire stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and rainscreen panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install rainscreen wall cladding systems
      22. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Cladding Occupations (Construction)
      2. Innovative/Modern Methods of Construction
      3. Wood Occupations (Construction)
    12. Install random natural roof slates with diminishing margins
      COSVR279 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 random natural slate roof coverings (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) with diminishing margins for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, size, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install random sized (length and width) natural roof slates (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ grade, size and hole slates
      ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ maintain head laps for diminishing courses
      ‐ maintain side laps for random width slates
      ‐ recognise the relationship between head and side lap, roof pitch and geographical location
      ‐ set out and install random sized (length and width) natural roof slates (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) to battens and/or boards, fittings and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ random sized natural slates, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, boards, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install random natural roof slates with diminishing margins
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    13. Install regular sized natural roof slate to standard roof details
      COSVR276 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing regular sized natural slate roof coverings to battens and/or boards for new and/or re-roof 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 practicesK4 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 resourcesK10 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 specificationK16 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 timeK18 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install regular sized natural roof slates to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ grade and hole slates
      ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ regular sized natural slates, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install regular sized natural slates to standard roof details
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    14. Install sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
      COSVR96 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing sheeting and cladding rainwater goods to new and existing roofs and walls.
      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. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, cut, set out, align, fit, position, fix and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install the following sheeting and cladding rainwater goods to given working instructions
      • gutters
      • pipes, downpipes and angles (swan necks, off sets)
      • brackets and supports
      • sumps
      • overflows
      • outlets
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of rainwater goods
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ identify datum, line, level and plumb
      ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect materials and resources
      ‐ position, fix and secure brackets and supports
      ‐ install gutters, pipes including downpipes and angles (swan necks and offsets), sumps, outlets and overflows
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints and overlaps
      ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces
      ‐ install materials and components, stop-ends, grills, guards, filters, sealants, gaskets and covers
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
      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
      ‐ brackets, fixings and supports
      ‐ gutters, pipes, downpipes and angles
      ‐ sealant and gaskets
      ‐ stop-ends, grills, guards, filters and covers
      ‐ overflows, sumps and outlets
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    15. Install sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls
      COSVR95 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing sheeting and cladding systems and 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
      • 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. prevent 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, adjust, align, level, plumb, fit, fix and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • install sheeting and cladding materials to roofs and walls, to include flashings, openings, vents, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
      • built-up
      • standing seam
      • secret fix
      • composite panel
      • fibre-cement
      9. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      10. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      11. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      12. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. 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)
      14. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of sheeting and cladding systems
      15. 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 and storage of materials, by manual handling and mechanical lifting and with mechanical access equipment
      16. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      17. 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 quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specifications
      ‐ conform to manufacturer's installation criteria
      ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
      ‐ position and secure fixings, halters, spacers, clips, fittings and sheets
      ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect sheeting, cladding materials and resources
      ‐ install built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ install decking and structural panels
      ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces, backgrounds, sheets and panels
      ‐ position and secure vents
      ‐ install insulation
      ‐ measure, cut, fit, shape and fix flashing materials
      ‐ install translucent sheets, condensation and vapour control materials
      ‐ form and shape components for openings, vents, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, overlaps and interface details
      ‐ apply sealants and install fillers to ensure water and airtight seals
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
      18. 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 specialist
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, spacer systems and clips
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and transclucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
      22. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    16. Install sheeting and cladding systems to curved and complex roof and wall formations
      COSVR99 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing sheeting and cladding systems and components to curved and complex formations.
      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
      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. prevent 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, fit, finish, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install sheeting and cladding to complex roof or wall formations, incorporating weathering materials, related materials and components, ventilation and insulation, fittings, fixings and flashings for the following to given working instructions
      • curved areas
      • complex formations
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of sheeting and cladding systems
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ set out and transfer lines and levels in preparation for installation
      ‐ prepare and layout materials, components, fixings and fittings
      ‐ install fire stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ install sheeting and cladding to curved and complex formations
      ‐ position and secure flashings and vents
      ‐ install insulation and flashing material
      ‐ form and shape components for intricate, unconventional areas, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, overlaps and interface details
      ‐ apply sealants and install fillers to ensure water and airtightness
      ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roof and walls
      ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect sheeting and cladding materials and resources
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding 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
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, fire-stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding to curved and complex roof and wall formations
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    17. Install single and double-lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details
      COSVR688 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 single and double-lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details for new and/or re-roof 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 working 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install single and double-lap roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials, for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • mitred hips
      • mitred valleys
      • vertical surfaces (double-lap only)
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges and ridges
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install single and double-lap tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ form mitred hips and mitred valleys, including measuring, cutting and fitting soakers
      ‐ set out and install double-lap tiles to vertical surfaces, including gable ends, openings and penetrations
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ tiles, fixings, soakers, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single and double lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    18. Install single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge
      COSVR282 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install single-lap fixed gauge roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments, and general areas
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ single-lap fixed gauge tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    19. Install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge
      COSVR274 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install tiles, to a variable gauge, and components to eaves, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      • form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ single-lap tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    20. Install underlay, battens and roofing components
      COSVR272 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 battens, underlay, counter-battens, undercloaks, eaves ventilation systems, underlay support trays and fire breaks for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, cut, mark out, position and fix
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. set out battens to datum points and gauge
      10. install materials and components to eaves, verges, hips, ridges, valleys, abutments, openings, penetrations, general areas and vertical surfaces to given working instructions relating to the following
      • underlay
      • battens
      • counter battens
      • undercloaks
      • eaves ventilation systems
      • underlay support trays
      • fire-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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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 7 operative care of hand tools, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interface
      ‐ establish fixed points and determine the gauge to set out and fix batten positions
      ‐ cut underlay, battens and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ fix underlay, battens and counter-battens, verge clips and hip irons
      ‐ set out and determine overhang for wet and/or dry fix systems
      ‐ fix undercloak for bedded verges and/or dry fix systems
      ‐ install underlay to openings (roof lights, windows) and penetrations
      ‐ install underlay support trays and eaves ventilation systems
      ‐ form fire breaks
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing underlay, battens and roofing components
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ underlay, battens, counter-battens, undercloak, verge clips, eave ventilation systems and hip irons
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install underlay, battens and roofing components
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    21. Install wood shingle roof coverings
      COSVR283 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 wood shingles for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install wood shingles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • verges
      • ridges
      • hips
      • valleys
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • vertical surfaces
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut and fit wooden shingles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install wood shingles to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments, vertical and general areas
      ‐ set out and install wood shingle to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
      ‐ install pre-formed ridge/hip units
      ‐ install vents
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof coverings
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ wood shingles, pre-formed hip and ridge units, vents and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install wood shingle roof coverings
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    22. Prepare and install fully supported lead and hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      COSVR687 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 fully supported lead and/or hard metal tapered, concave, convex and segmented roofing and cladding profiles.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
      • tapered
      • concave
      • convex
      • segmented
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead, hard metal roofing or cladding
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    23. Prepare and install fully supported lead and hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      COSVR687 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 fully supported lead and/or hard metal tapered, concave, convex and segmented roofing and cladding profiles.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
      • tapered
      • concave
      • convex
      • segmented
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ 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
      ‐ stop work at the point when conjecture begins and report findings
      ‐ record work carried out (written, photographic or digital)
      ‐ recognise and/or report endangered/protected flora and fauna
      ‐ remove deteriorated and/or inappropriate materials
      ‐ maintain existing structure
      ‐ integrate existing and new constructional components or finishes
      ‐ store salvageable fabric, materials and structural components
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead or hard metal roofing or cladding
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      Heritage Skills (Construction)
    24. Prepare and install fully supported lead and hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      COSVR687 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 fully supported lead and/or hard metal tapered, concave, convex and segmented roofing and cladding profiles.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
      • tapered
      • concave
      • convex
      • segmented
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ 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
      ‐ stop work at the point when conjecture begins and report findings
      ‐ record work carried out (written, photographic or digital)
      ‐ recognise and/or report endangered/protected flora and fauna
      ‐ remove deteriorated and/or inappropriate materials
      ‐ maintain existing structure
      ‐ integrate existing and new constructional components or finishes
      ‐ store salvageable fabric, materials and structural components
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead or hard metal roofing or cladding
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      Heritage Skills (Construction)
    25. Prepare and install fully supported lead and hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      COSVR687 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 fully supported lead and/or hard metal tapered, concave, convex and segmented roofing and cladding profiles.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
      • tapered
      • concave
      • convex
      • segmented
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead, hard metal roofing or cladding
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    26. Prepare backing walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding systems
      COSVR183 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and preparing backing walls and securing proprietary and bespoke sub-frames to receive rainscreen cladding 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
      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 associated equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and specialised fixings for compatible materials
      • tools and equipment
      • access equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. prevent 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, level, plumb, adjust, fit, position, fix and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare backing walls and install rainscreen wall cladding vertical and horizontal support 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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with preparing backing walls and installing support systems to receive rainscreen wall cladding systems
      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, by manual handling and mechanical lifting and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ assess suitability of backing walls
      ‐ check currency of calibration for levelling equipment
      ‐ identify datum, establish, work to and transfer levels and plumb lines
      ‐ install proprietary vertical and horizontal support systems
      ‐ install bespoke vertical and horizontal support systems
      ‐ measure, mark out and cut supports to form internal and external angles
      ‐ form opening reveals
      ‐ adjust, fit, position, fix and secure brackets and fixing components for rainscreen wall cladding support systems
      ‐ install insulation, fire stops, breather membranes and vapour control layers
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine 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
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ 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 preparation of backing walls for rainscreen wall cladding support 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
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, carriers, rails, brackets and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes, primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare backing walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding support systems
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    27. Prepare resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials on roofs and walls
      COSVR94 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and preparing resources, components and materials for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials to roofs and walls.
      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. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to identify, check, measure, mark out, cut, prepare and position
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare resources for installation, to include sheeting and cladding materials, fixings, flashings, roof and wall components and ancillary equipment, to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
      • built-up
      • standing seam
      • secret fix
      • composite panel
      • fibre-cement
      • rainscreen cladding
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ check resources for type, quantity and damage and report discrepancies
      ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect roof and wall sheeting and cladding materials and resources
      ‐ identify types and characteristics of cladding sheets, including single skin, sinusoidal (corrugated), trapezoidal (box) and fibre cement profiles, twin or double skin insulated systems, composite panel (sandwich panel) systems, decking, structural decking and rainscreen products
      ‐ identify parts of roof and wall cladding sheets including top and bottom flanges, crown, web, trough or pan
      ‐ identify types, characteristics and applications of cladding products and systems including built-up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panel, fibre cement, rainscreen cladding products
      ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding profiles for walls and roofs
      ‐ measure, mark out and cut sheeting and cladding
      ‐ adjust and position fixings, halters, spacers, clips and fittings
      ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
      ‐ prepare, align and position resources ready to install: built-up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panel, fibre cement and rainscreen cladding
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials on roofs and walls
      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
      ‐ fixings and fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare sheeting and cladding materials and resources for installation on roofs and walls
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    28. Produce lead and hard metal ornamental features
      COSVR329 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and producing ornamental features in lead and hard metal.
      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 oral/written 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 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/set out, cast, cut, fold, stretch, reduce, press, boss, weld, solder, joint, fit, finish, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. produce two of the following lead and/or hard metal ornamental features to given working instructions
      • scrolls/bullnoses
      • finials/bosses
      • hoppers/planters
      • ornaments
      • shingle/preformed panels
      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
      • oral/written instructions, electronic data, 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, 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, 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
      ‐ draw and produce patterns/templates
      ‐ produce lead and/or hard metal scrolls/bullnoses, finials/bosses, hoppers/planters, ornaments and shingle/preformed panels by cutting, folding, casting, bossing, pressing, welding, soldering, stretching and reducing as appropriate to the metal
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with producing lead or hard metal ornamental features
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, casting sand, pressings, moulds, solder, flux, lettering, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce lead or hard metal ornamental features
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    29. Refurbish sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or rainscreen systems
      COSVR97 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and removing existing materials, preparing backgrounds and components for sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls and rainscreen systems to refurbish, strip and re-sheet or over-clad existing coverings.
      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. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to identify, check, measure, mark out, cut, remove, clean, replace, align, position, fix and seal
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare resources and backgrounds to refurbish, strip and re-sheet or over-clad sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
      • built up
      • standing seam
      • secret fix
      • composite panel
      • fibre cement
      • rainscreen cladding
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      ‐ the discovery of asbestos containing substances
      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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the refurbishment of sheeting and cladding
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ identify the criteria for removing and over-cladding materials containing hazardous substances, including licenced and non-licenced asbestos
      ‐ check currency of calibration for levelling equipment
      ‐ retain the integrity of background surfaces and backing walls
      ‐ prepare backgrounds and backing walls for replacement (new or recycled) sheeting and cladding systems
      ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
      ‐ prepare existing roof and wall coverings for over-cladding
      ‐ strip existing roof and wall coverings and rainscreen wall cladding support systems for re-sheeting
      ‐ apply cleaning agents and primers
      ‐ install insulation, sealing tapes, vapour checks and separation membranes
      ‐ assess the suitability of structures and existing roof coverings to receive replacement materials
      ‐ layout and align products, adjust fixings, halters, spacers, clips, fittings, sheets and cladding materials
      ‐ fit and fix replacement materials
      ‐ form and shape components for up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
      ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roofs and walls and rainscreen systems
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ handle, store and dispose of removed materials and components
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with refurbishment of sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls or rainscreen 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
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, clips and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal, translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement system
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to refurbish sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or rainscreen systems
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    30. Repair and maintain fully supported lead and hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      COSVR328 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment to remove, repair or replace and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined 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 oral/written 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 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/set out, remove, cut, joint, fix or dress, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. repair and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing or cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces to given working instructions relating to the following
      • remove, repair or replace defective coverings/components
      • install and/or repair lead or hard metal
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 access arrangements
      ‐ inspect surfaces to determine condition and identify defects
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ remove, replace, cut, joint, fix or dress to repair defective coverings/components
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ install and/or repair fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints
      ‐ remove blockages to ensure free drainage
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with repairing and maintaining fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weathering
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, fixings, finishings, ancillary items, underlay and substrate
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to repair and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    31. Repair sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls (including rainscreen)
      COSVR98 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and repairing defects in existing sheeting and cladding materials on roofs and walls (including rainscreen).
      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
      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 and 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. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to remove, replace, renew and repair
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. identify and repair the following defects in sheeting and cladding systems to given working instructions
      • leaks
      • condensation
      • damaged sheets and components
      • minor surface coating defects
      • damaged or missing flashings
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the repair of sheeting and cladding systems
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' repair and installation criteria
      ‐ identify defects including: leaks and condensation, damaged sheets and components, surface coating defects, damaged and missing flashings
      ‐ remove and recover defective materials
      ‐ carry out repairs to sheet components
      ‐ remove and replace damaged, missing and incorrect sheeting and cladding materials, components, fittings, fixings and flashings
      ‐ identify and match existing products
      ‐ identify the source of leaks and condensation
      ‐ deal with and prevent water leaks and condensation
      ‐ inspect, test, repair and replace rainwater goods
      ‐ identify and ensure the integrity of joints and overlaps
      ‐ treat surface coating defects
      ‐ apply sealants and fillers to ensure water and airtightness
      ‐ install and replace insulation, fire stops, breather membranes and vapour control layers
      ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roofs and walls including rainscreen systems
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 repairing sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
      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
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to repair sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Cladding Occupations (Construction)
      2. Building Maintenance Multi-trades Repair and Refurbishment Operations
    32. Strip and reclaim roof coverings
      COSVR280 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and removing and reclaiming roof coverings for future use, disposing of unsuitable materials and preparing surfaces for re-roofing.
      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 informationK1 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 practicesK4 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 resourcesK10 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 damageK14 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 specificationK16 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 timeK18 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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
      • 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 remove, reclaim, de-nail, re-hole, re-size, clean and sort
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. remove, reclaim and/or dispose of weathering materials and ancillary components to given working instructions, plus at least two of the following
      • natural slates
      • plain tiles
      • single-lap tiles
      • stone slates
      10. prepare surface and materials ready for re-roofing in accordance with 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 (asbestos materials), 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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ position temporary stop boards at eaves
      ‐ remove existing roof coverings
      ‐ clear roof of debris and nails in rafters and other roof timbers
      ‐ sort removed roof coverings and dispose of unwanted materials
      ‐ reclaim reusable tiles and natural slates, stone slates and weatherings
      ‐ assess the suitability of materials to be reclaimed
      ‐ determine sizes of imperial and metric slates
      ‐ stack/store reclaimed materials for reuse
      ‐ prepare materials for reuse, including de-nailing, re-holing and re-sizing
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • liaise with clients regarding procedures for carrying out the work and protecting property and the surrounding area
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with stripping and reclaiming roof coverings
      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
      • components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity associated with the method/procedure to strip and reclaim roof coverings
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      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. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme
    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
    • 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
    • he hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    8. Safe work practicesK4 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
    9. Selection of resourcesK10 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
    10. Meet the contract specificationK16 how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
    • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
    11. Allocated timeK18 what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
    12. 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 working practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
    13. Interpretation of informationK1 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
    14. Minimise the risk of damageK14 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
    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 and when personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
    16. 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
    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 specialised fixings for compatible materials
    • tools and equipment
    • access equipment
    4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
    5. prevent 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, set out, adjust, align, fit, position and secure
    8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools, levelling instruments and ancillary equipment
    9. install rainscreen wall cladding 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, falls, rescue procedures
    ‐ 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)
    15. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of rainscreen wall cladding systems
    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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
    17. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • how and when maintenance should be carried out
    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
    ‐ identify installation quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ ensure currency of calibration for levelling equipment
    ‐ assess suitability of background materials
    ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
    ‐ identify the types and characteristics of current rainscreen cladding materials, including metal, clay, ceramic and laminate
    ‐ form internal and external angles
    ‐ form opening reveals
    ‐ Install rainscreen wall cladding systems
    • position and install panel hangers, drips, cover strips, fixings and fittings
    ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces
    ‐ fit components around protrusions and penetrations
    ‐ position and secure flashings and vents
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing rainscreen wall cladding systems
    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 specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, panel hangers, drips, cover strips, halters and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, fire stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and rainscreen panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install rainscreen wall cladding systems
    22. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company and operative
    23. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials, components and fixings
    • tools and equipment
    24. demonstration of work skills to measure, cut, set out, align, fit, position, fix and secure
    25. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    26. install the following sheeting and cladding rainwater goods to given working instructions
    • gutters
    • pipes, downpipes and angles (swan necks, off sets)
    • brackets and supports
    • sumps
    • overflows
    • outlets
    27. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of rainwater goods
    28. 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 and storage of materials, by manual handling and mechanical lifting and with mechanical access 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
    ‐ identify installation quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ identify datum, line, level and plumb
    ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect materials and resources
    ‐ position, fix and secure brackets and supports
    ‐ install gutters, pipes including downpipes and angles (swan necks and offsets), sumps, outlets and overflows
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints and overlaps
    ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces
    ‐ install materials and components, stop-ends, grills, guards, filters, sealants, gaskets and covers
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
    30. Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    31. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ brackets, fixings and supports
    ‐ gutters, pipes, downpipes and angles
    ‐ sealant and gaskets
    ‐ stop-ends, grills, guards, filters and covers
    ‐ overflows, sumps and outlets
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
    32. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, adjust, align, level, plumb, fit, fix and finish
    33. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • install sheeting and cladding materials to roofs and walls, to include flashings, openings, vents, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
    • built-up
    • standing seam
    • secret fix
    • composite panel
    • fibre-cement
    34. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of sheeting and cladding systems
    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
    ‐ identify installation quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specifications
    ‐ conform to manufacturer's installation criteria
    ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
    ‐ position and secure fixings, halters, spacers, clips, fittings and sheets
    ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect sheeting, cladding materials and resources
    ‐ install built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ install decking and structural panels
    ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces, backgrounds, sheets and panels
    ‐ position and secure vents
    ‐ install insulation
    ‐ measure, cut, fit, shape and fix flashing materials
    ‐ install translucent sheets, condensation and vapour control materials
    ‐ form and shape components for openings, vents, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, overlaps and interface details
    ‐ apply sealants and install fillers to ensure water and airtight seals
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
    36. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, spacer systems and clips
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and transclucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
    37. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, fit, finish, position and secure
    38. prepare and install sheeting and cladding to complex roof or wall formations, incorporating weathering materials, related materials and components, ventilation and insulation, fittings, fixings and flashings for the following to given working instructions
    • curved areas
    • complex formations
    39. 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 quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ set out and transfer lines and levels in preparation for installation
    ‐ prepare and layout materials, components, fixings and fittings
    ‐ install fire stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ install sheeting and cladding to curved and complex formations
    ‐ position and secure flashings and vents
    ‐ install insulation and flashing material
    ‐ form and shape components for intricate, unconventional areas, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, overlaps and interface details
    ‐ apply sealants and install fillers to ensure water and airtightness
    ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roof and walls
    ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect sheeting and cladding materials and resources
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding systems
    40. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, fire-stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding to curved and complex roof and wall formations
    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 use of access equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and associated equipment
    • specific risks to health
    42. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, cut, level, plumb, adjust, fit, position, fix and secure
    43. prepare backing walls and install rainscreen wall cladding vertical and horizontal support systems to given working instructions
    44. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with preparing backing walls and installing support systems to receive rainscreen wall cladding systems
    45. 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 and with mechanical access equipment
    46. 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 quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ assess suitability of backing walls
    ‐ check currency of calibration for levelling equipment
    ‐ identify datum, establish, work to and transfer levels and plumb lines
    ‐ install proprietary vertical and horizontal support systems
    ‐ install bespoke vertical and horizontal support systems
    ‐ measure, mark out and cut supports to form internal and external angles
    ‐ form opening reveals
    ‐ adjust, fit, position, fix and secure brackets and fixing components for rainscreen wall cladding support systems
    ‐ install insulation, fire stops, breather membranes and vapour control layers
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine 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
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ 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 preparation of backing walls for rainscreen wall cladding support systems
    47. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, carriers, rails, brackets and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes, primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare backing walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding support systems
    48. demonstration of work skills to identify, check, measure, mark out, cut, prepare and position
    49. prepare resources for installation, to include sheeting and cladding materials, fixings, flashings, roof and wall components and ancillary equipment, to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
    • built-up
    • standing seam
    • secret fix
    • composite panel
    • fibre-cement
    • rainscreen cladding
    50. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding
    51. 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 quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ check resources for type, quantity and damage and report discrepancies
    ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect roof and wall sheeting and cladding materials and resources
    ‐ identify types and characteristics of cladding sheets, including single skin, sinusoidal (corrugated), trapezoidal (box) and fibre cement profiles, twin or double skin insulated systems, composite panel (sandwich panel) systems, decking, structural decking and rainscreen products
    ‐ identify parts of roof and wall cladding sheets including top and bottom flanges, crown, web, trough or pan
    ‐ identify types, characteristics and applications of cladding products and systems including built-up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panel, fibre cement, rainscreen cladding products
    ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding profiles for walls and roofs
    ‐ measure, mark out and cut sheeting and cladding
    ‐ adjust and position fixings, halters, spacers, clips and fittings
    ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
    ‐ prepare, align and position resources ready to install: built-up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panel, fibre cement and rainscreen cladding
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials on roofs and walls
    52. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings and fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare sheeting and cladding materials and resources for installation on roofs and walls
    53. demonstration of work skills to identify, check, measure, mark out, cut, remove, clean, replace, align, position, fix and seal
    54. prepare resources and backgrounds to refurbish, strip and re-sheet or over-clad sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
    • built up
    • standing seam
    • secret fix
    • composite panel
    • fibre cement
    • rainscreen cladding
    55. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries, falls, rescue procedures
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    ‐ the discovery of asbestos containing substances
    56. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the refurbishment of sheeting and cladding
    57. 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 quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ identify the criteria for removing and over-cladding materials containing hazardous substances, including licenced and non-licenced asbestos
    ‐ check currency of calibration for levelling equipment
    ‐ retain the integrity of background surfaces and backing walls
    ‐ prepare backgrounds and backing walls for replacement (new or recycled) sheeting and cladding systems
    ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
    ‐ prepare existing roof and wall coverings for over-cladding
    ‐ strip existing roof and wall coverings and rainscreen wall cladding support systems for re-sheeting
    ‐ apply cleaning agents and primers
    ‐ install insulation, sealing tapes, vapour checks and separation membranes
    ‐ assess the suitability of structures and existing roof coverings to receive replacement materials
    ‐ layout and align products, adjust fixings, halters, spacers, clips, fittings, sheets and cladding materials
    ‐ fit and fix replacement materials
    ‐ form and shape components for up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
    ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roofs and walls and rainscreen systems
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ handle, store and dispose of removed materials and components
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with refurbishment of sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls or rainscreen systems
    58. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, clips and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal, translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement system
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to refurbish sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or rainscreen systems
    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 of access equipment and working platforms
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    60. demonstration of work skills to remove, replace, renew and repair
    61. identify and repair the following defects in sheeting and cladding systems to given working instructions
    • leaks
    • condensation
    • damaged sheets and components
    • minor surface coating defects
    • damaged or missing flashings
    62. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the repair of sheeting and cladding systems
    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
    ‐ identify installation quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' repair and installation criteria
    ‐ identify defects including: leaks and condensation, damaged sheets and components, surface coating defects, damaged and missing flashings
    ‐ remove and recover defective materials
    ‐ carry out repairs to sheet components
    ‐ remove and replace damaged, missing and incorrect sheeting and cladding materials, components, fittings, fixings and flashings
    ‐ identify and match existing products
    ‐ identify the source of leaks and condensation
    ‐ deal with and prevent water leaks and condensation
    ‐ inspect, test, repair and replace rainwater goods
    ‐ identify and ensure the integrity of joints and overlaps
    ‐ treat surface coating defects
    ‐ apply sealants and fillers to ensure water and airtightness
    ‐ install and replace insulation, fire stops, breather membranes and vapour control layers
    ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roofs and walls including rainscreen systems
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 repairing sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
    64. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to repair sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
    65. interpretation of oral/written instructions, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    66. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
    67. demonstration of work skills to measure, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
    68. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    69. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
    • tapered
    • concave
    • convex
    • segmented
    70. 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
    71. 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)
    72. Information
    • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
    73. 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 and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    74. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    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 report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
    ‐ lay underlay if required
    ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
    ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
    ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
    ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
    ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
    ‐ 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
    ‐ stop work at the point when conjecture begins and report findings
    ‐ record work carried out (written, photographic or digital)
    ‐ recognise and/or report endangered/protected flora and fauna
    ‐ remove deteriorated and/or inappropriate materials
    ‐ maintain existing structure
    ‐ integrate existing and new constructional components or finishes
    ‐ store salvageable fabric, materials and structural components
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead or hard metal roofing or cladding
    76. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
    77. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
    78. interpretation of oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    79. 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
    80. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, cut, fit, position, weld, secure, dress, boss, point and finish
    81. prepare and install lead sheet weatherings to given working instructions for the following
    • chimneys
    • abutments
    • soil and/or vent pipes
    • junction saddles
    • valleys
    • hips
    • ridges
    • openings (roof lights/windows)
    82. fabricate back gutters, aprons and pipe slates by lead welding
    83. Information
    • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures and current regulations governing buildings
    84. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut, fit and place soakers
    ‐ cut, form and install step flashings
    ‐ install valley liners and saddles
    ‐ form and install aprons, back gutters and soil and/or vent pipe flashings
    ‐ weld and boss
    ‐ install rolls to hips/ridges
    ‐ install secret gutters
    ‐ point/seal flashings
    ‐ apply patination fluid
    ‐ recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ recorgnise specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with fabricating and installing weathering leadwork to roofs
    85. Programme
    • types of work schedules/diaries, progress charts, timetables and estimated times
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    86. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ sheet lead, patination fluids and pointing materials
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to fabricate and install weathering leadwork to roofs
    87. demonstration of work skills to measure, cut, mark out, fit, position and secure
    88. install the following roofing components to roofs with ridges, verges, hips, valleys, openings, penetrations and abutments to given working instructions to construct a warm and cold roof
    • counter-battens
    • ventilation systems
    • over and/or between rafter level insulation
    • ceiling level insulation
    • access hatch insulation
    89. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut and fit warm and cold roof materials and components to the required size and shape
    ‐ fix underlay and counter-battens to roof design
    ‐ install ventilation systems
    ‐ install over and/or between rafter level insulation
    ‐ install ceiling level insulation
    ‐ install access hatch insulation
    ‐ remove ineffective/damaged insulation from roof area
    ‐ check and maintain adequate ventilation
    ‐ check supporting timber at hips, valleys, ridges, abutments and openings
    ‐ recognise the principles of warm/cold roof construction
    ‐ recognise ceiling construction, including air tightness, air layers and vapour control layers
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing components for warm or cold roof construction
    90. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ underlays, counter-battens, quilt and rigid insulation and ventilation systems
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install components for warm and cold roof construction
    91. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark out, cut, fit, position, secure and finish
    92. install double-lap artificial slates and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    93. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ install undereaves, eaves and top course
    ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ set out and install double-lap artificial roof slates to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ form dry fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof slates
    94. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ double-lap artificial slates, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems and ventilation systems
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install double-lap artificial roof slates
    95. interpretation of oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    96. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
    97. install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap), to battens and/or boards, and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for at least two of the following roof details
    • eyebrow dormers
    • swept valleys
    • laced valleys
    • curved vertical
    • curved pitch (cones, apse ends)
    98. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ fix boards, wedges, fillets and split battens
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ fix tiles to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ set out and install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap) and components, including soakers to eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    99. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ plain tiles, peg tiles, boards, split battens, soakers, timber, wedges, fillets, fittings and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details
    100. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, cut, profile, position, secure and joint
    101. prepare substrate and install to given working instructions fully supported flat lead roofing or low pitched hard metal roofing plus, fully supported lead or hard metal roofing to the following
    • pitched roofs
    • vertical cladding
    102. install two of the following fully supported lead or hard metal weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces to given working instructions
    • soffits
    • cornices or parapets
    • gutters
    103. Information
    • oral/written instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
    104. 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 report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ clean/clear substrate
    ‐ lay underlay if required
    ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
    ‐ set out joints
    ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
    ‐ install fully supported flat lead roofing or low pitched hard metal roofing
    ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal pitched roofs and vertical cladding
    ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal weatherings to vertical, horizontal and inclined surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
    ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
    105. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, finishings and ancillary items
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
    106. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
    107. install natural roof slates to batterns and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • mitred hips
    • mitred valleys
    • vertical surfaces
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges and ridges
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ grade and hole slates
    ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ form mitred hips and mitred valleys, including measuring, cutting and fitting soakers
    ‐ set out and install natural roof slates to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
    109. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ natural slates, fixings, soakers, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install natural roof slates to mitred and vertical roof details
    110. Security procedure
    • site, workplace, company and operative
    111. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark out, grade, size, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
    112. install natural slates to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for at least two of the following roof details
    • eyebrow dormers
    • swept valleys
    • laced valleys
    • curved vertical
    • curved pitch (cones, apse ends)
    113. 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
    114. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ fix boards, wedges, fillets and split battens
    ‐ grade, size and hole slates
    ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ set out and install slates and components, including soakers to eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
    115. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ slates, boards, split battens, soakers, timber, wedges, fillets, fittings and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details
    116. install plain roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    117. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    118. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ set out and install tiles to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations and internal and external corners
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    120. Programme
    • types of work schedules/diaries progress charts, timetables and estimated times
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    121. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ plain tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install plain tile roof coverings
    122. demonstration of work skills to cut, fit, position, secure, dress, point and finish
    123. install pre-formed lead and/or proprietary flashings to single and double-lap roof coverings to given working instructions relating to the following
    • chimneys
    • abutments
    • soil and/or vent pipes
    • junction saddles
    • valleys
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut, fit and place lead and/or proprietary soakers
    ‐ cut and fit flashing materials to the required size and shape
    • install step flashings
    ‐ install valley liners and saddles
    ‐ install lead aprons, back gutters, soil and/or vent pipe flashings
    ‐ install flashings to openings (roof lights, windows)
    ‐ dress flashings
    ‐ point/seal flashings
    ‐ apply patination fluid
    ‐ install proprietary flashings and weatherings
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing weathering flashings to roofs
    125. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ pre-formed lead flashings, proprietary flashings, soakers, patination fluids, pointing materials
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity and length associated with the method/procedure to install pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs
    126. demonstration of work skills to measure, size, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
    127. install random sized (length and width) natural roof slates (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ grade, size and hole slates
    ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ maintain head laps for diminishing courses
    ‐ maintain side laps for random width slates
    ‐ recognise the relationship between head and side lap, roof pitch and geographical location
    ‐ set out and install random sized (length and width) natural roof slates (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) to battens and/or boards, fittings and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
    129. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ random sized natural slates, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, boards, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install random natural roof slates with diminishing margins
    130. install regular sized natural roof slates to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    131. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ grade and hole slates
    ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
    132. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ regular sized natural slates, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install regular sized natural slates to standard roof details
    133. 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 of access equipment/working platforms
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    134. install single and double-lap roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials, for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • mitred hips
    • mitred valleys
    • vertical surfaces (double-lap only)
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges and ridges
    135. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install single and double-lap tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ form mitred hips and mitred valleys, including measuring, cutting and fitting soakers
    ‐ set out and install double-lap tiles to vertical surfaces, including gable ends, openings and penetrations
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    136. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ tiles, fixings, soakers, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single and double lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details
    137. install single-lap fixed gauge roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    138. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments, and general areas
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    139. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ single-lap fixed gauge tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge
    140. install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    141. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install tiles, to a variable gauge, and components to eaves, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    • form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    142. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ single-lap tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge
    143. demonstration of work skills to measure, cut, mark out, position and fix
    144. set out battens to datum points and gauge
    145. install materials and components to eaves, verges, hips, ridges, valleys, abutments, openings, penetrations, general areas and vertical surfaces to given working instructions relating to the following
    • underlay
    • battens
    • counter battens
    • undercloaks
    • eaves ventilation systems
    • underlay support trays
    • fire-breaks
    146. Information
    • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures and current regulations governing buildings
    147. Maintenance 7 operative care of hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    148. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interface
    ‐ establish fixed points and determine the gauge to set out and fix batten positions
    ‐ cut underlay, battens and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ fix underlay, battens and counter-battens, verge clips and hip irons
    ‐ set out and determine overhang for wet and/or dry fix systems
    ‐ fix undercloak for bedded verges and/or dry fix systems
    ‐ install underlay to openings (roof lights, windows) and penetrations
    ‐ install underlay support trays and eaves ventilation systems
    ‐ form fire breaks
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing underlay, battens and roofing components
    149. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ underlay, battens, counter-battens, undercloak, verge clips, eave ventilation systems and hip irons
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install underlay, battens and roofing components
    150. install wood shingles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • verges
    • ridges
    • hips
    • valleys
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • vertical surfaces
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut and fit wooden shingles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install wood shingles to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments, vertical and general areas
    ‐ set out and install wood shingle to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
    ‐ install pre-formed ridge/hip units
    ‐ install vents
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof coverings
    152. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ wood shingles, pre-formed hip and ridge units, vents and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install wood shingle roof coverings
    153. 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 report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
    ‐ lay underlay if required
    ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
    ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
    ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
    ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
    ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead, hard metal roofing or cladding
    154. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark/set out, cast, cut, fold, stretch, reduce, press, boss, weld, solder, joint, fit, finish, position and secure
    155. produce two of the following lead and/or hard metal ornamental features to given working instructions
    • scrolls/bullnoses
    • finials/bosses
    • hoppers/planters
    • ornaments
    • shingle/preformed panels
    156. 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
    ‐ draw and produce patterns/templates
    ‐ produce lead and/or hard metal scrolls/bullnoses, finials/bosses, hoppers/planters, ornaments and shingle/preformed panels by cutting, folding, casting, bossing, pressing, welding, soldering, stretching and reducing as appropriate to the metal
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with producing lead or hard metal ornamental features
    157. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ lead, hard metal, casting sand, pressings, moulds, solder, flux, lettering, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce lead or hard metal ornamental features
    158. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark/set out, remove, cut, joint, fix or dress, position and secure
    159. repair and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing or cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces to given working instructions relating to the following
    • remove, repair or replace defective coverings/components
    • install and/or repair lead or hard metal
    160. 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 access arrangements
    ‐ inspect surfaces to determine condition and identify defects
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ remove, replace, cut, joint, fix or dress to repair defective coverings/components
    ‐ lay underlay if required
    ‐ install and/or repair fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints
    ‐ remove blockages to ensure free drainage
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with repairing and maintaining fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weathering
    161. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ lead, hard metal, fixings, finishings, ancillary items, underlay and substrate
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to repair and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
    162. selection of resources associated with own work
    • tools and equipment
    163. demonstration of work skills to remove, reclaim, de-nail, re-hole, re-size, clean and sort
    164. remove, reclaim and/or dispose of weathering materials and ancillary components to given working instructions, plus at least two of the following
    • natural slates
    • plain tiles
    • single-lap tiles
    • stone slates
    165. prepare surface and materials ready for re-roofing in accordance with given working instructions
    166. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work (asbestos materials), manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    167. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ position temporary stop boards at eaves
    ‐ remove existing roof coverings
    ‐ clear roof of debris and nails in rafters and other roof timbers
    ‐ sort removed roof coverings and dispose of unwanted materials
    ‐ reclaim reusable tiles and natural slates, stone slates and weatherings
    ‐ assess the suitability of materials to be reclaimed
    ‐ determine sizes of imperial and metric slates
    ‐ stack/store reclaimed materials for reuse
    ‐ prepare materials for reuse, including de-nailing, re-holing and re-sizing
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • liaise with clients regarding procedures for carrying out the work and protecting property and the surrounding area
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with stripping and reclaiming roof coverings
    168. Resources
    • components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity associated with the method/procedure to strip and reclaim roof coverings
    169. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    170. safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to carry out the activity, in accordance with legislation and/or organisational requirements
    171. safe use and storage of tools and equipment
    172. safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
    173. selection of resources associated with own work
    • naturally grown and cultivated materials
    • tools and equipment
    174. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
    175. demonstration of work skills to handle, cut, gather, stack, load and tie
    176. use and maintain harvesting tools and ancillary equipment
    177. identify, select, harvest and transport three of the following thatching materials to given working instructions
    • long straw, combed wheat reed, water reed, sedge grass, coppice materials, heather, marram, bent, bracken, rush, flax, turf or other specialist local material
    178. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    179. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    180. Fire extinguishers
    • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
    181. Hazards
    • those identified by method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    182. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, manufacturers' information and regulations
    183. 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 and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    184. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools and ancillary equipment
    185. 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 and select suitable thatching materials
    ‐ stack and store thatching materials using appropriate methods and techniques
    ‐ handle materials using mechanical and manual methods
    ‐ load and transport thatching materials
    ‐ use tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with the use of thatching materials
    186. personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
    187. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality and sizes of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ straw, reed, grass, coppice materials, heather, marram, bent, bracken, rush, flax and turf
    ‐ transport equipment
    ‐ harvesting tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to harvest thatching materials
  2. Roof Tilers
    responsibility
    1. Fabricate and install weathering leadwork to roofs
      COSVR287 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and preparing, forming and installing lead sheet weatherings for chimneys, abutments, pipes, junctions, valleys, hips and openings for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, fit, position, weld, secure, dress, boss, point and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install lead sheet weatherings to given working instructions for the following
      • chimneys
      • abutments
      • soil and/or vent pipes
      • junction saddles
      • valleys
      • hips
      • ridges
      • openings (roof lights/windows)
      10. fabricate back gutters, aprons and pipe slates by lead welding
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut, fit and place soakers
      ‐ cut, form and install step flashings
      ‐ install valley liners and saddles
      ‐ form and install aprons, back gutters and soil and/or vent pipe flashings
      ‐ weld and boss
      ‐ install rolls to hips/ridges
      ‐ install secret gutters
      ‐ point/seal flashings
      ‐ apply patination fluid
      ‐ recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ recorgnise specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with fabricating and installing weathering leadwork to roofs
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ sheet lead, patination fluids and pointing materials
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to fabricate and install weathering leadwork to roofs
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
      3. Building Maintenance Multi-trades Repair and Refurbishment Operations
    2. Harvest and transport thatching materials
      cosvr115 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 selecting, gathering and transporting materials for thatching
      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
      • naturally grown and cultivated materials
      • 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 handle, cut, gather, stack, load and tie
      10. use and maintain harvesting tools and ancillary equipment
      11. identify, select, harvest and transport three of the following thatching materials to given working instructions
      • long straw, combed wheat reed, water reed, sedge grass, coppice materials, heather, marram, bent, bracken, rush, flax, turf or other specialist local material
      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 and their uses
      16. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, manufacturers' information and regulations
      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 and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      19. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and 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
      ‐ identify and select suitable thatching materials
      ‐ stack and store thatching materials using appropriate methods and techniques
      ‐ handle materials using mechanical and manual methods
      ‐ load and transport thatching materials
      ‐ use tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with the use of thatching materials
      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 and sizes of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ straw, reed, grass, coppice materials, heather, marram, bent, bracken, rush, flax and turf
      ‐ transport equipment
      ‐ harvesting tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to harvest thatching materials
      26. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Waterproof Membrane Roofing Systems
    3. Install components for warm and cold roof construction
      COSVR281 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 counter-battens, ventilation systems, insulation and access hatch insulation, supporting timbers and ancillary components to construct warm and cold roofs for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, cut, mark out, fit, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install the following roofing components to roofs with ridges, verges, hips, valleys, openings, penetrations and abutments to given working instructions to construct a warm and cold roof
      • counter-battens
      • ventilation systems
      • over and/or between rafter level insulation
      • ceiling level insulation
      • access hatch insulation
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut and fit warm and cold roof materials and components to the required size and shape
      ‐ fix underlay and counter-battens to roof design
      ‐ install ventilation systems
      ‐ install over and/or between rafter level insulation
      ‐ install ceiling level insulation
      ‐ install access hatch insulation
      ‐ remove ineffective/damaged insulation from roof area
      ‐ check and maintain adequate ventilation
      ‐ check supporting timber at hips, valleys, ridges, abutments and openings
      ‐ recognise the principles of warm/cold roof construction
      ‐ recognise ceiling construction, including air tightness, air layers and vapour control layers
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing components for warm or cold roof construction
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ underlays, counter-battens, quilt and rigid insulation and ventilation systems
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install components for warm and cold roof construction
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    4. Install double-lap artificial roof slates
      COSVR277 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing double-lap artificial slate roof coverings for new and/or re-roof 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
      • he 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install double-lap artificial slates and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ install undereaves, eaves and top course
      ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ set out and install double-lap artificial roof slates to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ form dry fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ double-lap artificial slates, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems and ventilation systems
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install double-lap artificial roof slates
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    5. Install double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details
      COSVR286 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 double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details (eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas) for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working 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 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap), to battens and/or boards, and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for at least two of the following roof details
      • eyebrow dormers
      • swept valleys
      • laced valleys
      • curved vertical
      • curved pitch (cones, apse ends)
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ fix boards, wedges, fillets and split battens
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ fix tiles to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ set out and install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap) and components, including soakers to eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ plain tiles, peg tiles, boards, split battens, soakers, timber, wedges, fillets, fittings and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    6. Install fully supported lead and hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      COSVR327 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment for preparing and installing fully supported lead and hard metal to flat, low pitched and pitched roofs, cladding and weatherings.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set out, cut, profile, position, secure and joint
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare substrate and install to given working instructions fully supported flat lead roofing or low pitched hard metal roofing plus, fully supported lead or hard metal roofing to the following
      • pitched roofs
      • vertical cladding
      10. install two of the following fully supported lead or hard metal weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces to given working instructions
      • soffits
      • cornices or parapets
      • gutters
      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
      • oral/written instructions, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ clean/clear substrate
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ set out joints
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ install fully supported flat lead roofing or low pitched hard metal roofing
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal pitched roofs and vertical cladding
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal weatherings to vertical, horizontal and inclined surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, finishings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    7. Install natural roof slate to mitred and vertical roof details
      COSVR278 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing natural slate roof coverings to mitred and vertical roof areas for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install natural roof slates to batterns and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • mitred hips
      • mitred valleys
      • vertical surfaces
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges and ridges
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ grade and hole slates
      ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ form mitred hips and mitred valleys, including measuring, cutting and fitting soakers
      ‐ set out and install natural roof slates to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ natural slates, fixings, soakers, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install natural roof slates to mitred and vertical roof details
      23. Security procedure
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Building Maintenance Multi-trades Repair and Refurbishment Operations
      3. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    8. Install natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details
      COSVR288 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 natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details (eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas) for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, grade, size, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install natural slates to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for at least two of the following roof details
      • eyebrow dormers
      • swept valleys
      • laced valleys
      • curved vertical
      • curved pitch (cones, apse ends)
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ fix boards, wedges, fillets and split battens
      ‐ grade, size and hole slates
      ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ set out and install slates and components, including soakers to eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ slates, boards, split battens, soakers, timber, wedges, fillets, fittings and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    9. Install plain tile roof coverings
      COSVR275 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing plain tile roof coverings for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install plain roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ set out and install tiles to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations and internal and external corners
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries 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
      ‐ plain tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install plain tile roof coverings
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    10. Install pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs
      COSVR273 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing pre-formed lead and/or proprietary flashings to single and double-lap roof coverings with chimneys, abutments, soil and/or vent pipes, junctions, valleys and openings for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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 cut, fit, position, secure, dress, point and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install pre-formed lead and/or proprietary flashings to single and double-lap roof coverings to given working instructions relating to the following
      • chimneys
      • abutments
      • soil and/or vent pipes
      • junction saddles
      • valleys
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut, fit and place lead and/or proprietary soakers
      ‐ cut and fit flashing materials to the required size and shape
      • install step flashings
      ‐ install valley liners and saddles
      ‐ install lead aprons, back gutters, soil and/or vent pipe flashings
      ‐ install flashings to openings (roof lights, windows)
      ‐ dress flashings
      ‐ point/seal flashings
      ‐ apply patination fluid
      ‐ install proprietary flashings and weatherings
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing weathering flashings to roofs
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ pre-formed lead flashings, proprietary flashings, soakers, patination fluids, pointing materials
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity and length associated with the method/procedure to install pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    11. Install rainscreen wall cladding systems
      COSVR184 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 rainscreen wall cladding 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 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 specialised fixings for compatible materials
      • tools and equipment
      • access equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. prevent 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, set out, adjust, align, fit, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools, levelling instruments and ancillary equipment
      9. install rainscreen wall cladding 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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of rainscreen wall cladding systems
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ ensure currency of calibration for levelling equipment
      ‐ assess suitability of background materials
      ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
      ‐ identify the types and characteristics of current rainscreen cladding materials, including metal, clay, ceramic and laminate
      ‐ form internal and external angles
      ‐ form opening reveals
      ‐ Install rainscreen wall cladding systems
      • position and install panel hangers, drips, cover strips, fixings and fittings
      ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces
      ‐ fit components around protrusions and penetrations
      ‐ position and secure flashings and vents
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing rainscreen wall cladding systems
      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 specialist
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, panel hangers, drips, cover strips, halters and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, fire stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and rainscreen panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install rainscreen wall cladding systems
      22. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Cladding Occupations (Construction)
      2. Innovative/Modern Methods of Construction
      3. Wood Occupations (Construction)
    12. Install random natural roof slates with diminishing margins
      COSVR279 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 random natural slate roof coverings (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) with diminishing margins for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, size, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install random sized (length and width) natural roof slates (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ grade, size and hole slates
      ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ maintain head laps for diminishing courses
      ‐ maintain side laps for random width slates
      ‐ recognise the relationship between head and side lap, roof pitch and geographical location
      ‐ set out and install random sized (length and width) natural roof slates (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) to battens and/or boards, fittings and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ random sized natural slates, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, boards, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install random natural roof slates with diminishing margins
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    13. Install regular sized natural roof slate to standard roof details
      COSVR276 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing regular sized natural slate roof coverings to battens and/or boards for new and/or re-roof 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 practicesK4 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 resourcesK10 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 specificationK16 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 timeK18 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install regular sized natural roof slates to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ grade and hole slates
      ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ regular sized natural slates, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install regular sized natural slates to standard roof details
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    14. Install sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
      COSVR96 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing sheeting and cladding rainwater goods to new and existing roofs and walls.
      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. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, cut, set out, align, fit, position, fix and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install the following sheeting and cladding rainwater goods to given working instructions
      • gutters
      • pipes, downpipes and angles (swan necks, off sets)
      • brackets and supports
      • sumps
      • overflows
      • outlets
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of rainwater goods
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ identify datum, line, level and plumb
      ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect materials and resources
      ‐ position, fix and secure brackets and supports
      ‐ install gutters, pipes including downpipes and angles (swan necks and offsets), sumps, outlets and overflows
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints and overlaps
      ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces
      ‐ install materials and components, stop-ends, grills, guards, filters, sealants, gaskets and covers
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
      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
      ‐ brackets, fixings and supports
      ‐ gutters, pipes, downpipes and angles
      ‐ sealant and gaskets
      ‐ stop-ends, grills, guards, filters and covers
      ‐ overflows, sumps and outlets
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    15. Install sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls
      COSVR95 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing sheeting and cladding systems and 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
      • 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. prevent 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, adjust, align, level, plumb, fit, fix and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • install sheeting and cladding materials to roofs and walls, to include flashings, openings, vents, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
      • built-up
      • standing seam
      • secret fix
      • composite panel
      • fibre-cement
      9. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      10. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      11. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      12. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. 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)
      14. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of sheeting and cladding systems
      15. 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 and storage of materials, by manual handling and mechanical lifting and with mechanical access equipment
      16. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      17. 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 quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specifications
      ‐ conform to manufacturer's installation criteria
      ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
      ‐ position and secure fixings, halters, spacers, clips, fittings and sheets
      ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect sheeting, cladding materials and resources
      ‐ install built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ install decking and structural panels
      ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces, backgrounds, sheets and panels
      ‐ position and secure vents
      ‐ install insulation
      ‐ measure, cut, fit, shape and fix flashing materials
      ‐ install translucent sheets, condensation and vapour control materials
      ‐ form and shape components for openings, vents, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, overlaps and interface details
      ‐ apply sealants and install fillers to ensure water and airtight seals
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
      18. 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 specialist
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, spacer systems and clips
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and transclucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
      22. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    16. Install sheeting and cladding systems to curved and complex roof and wall formations
      COSVR99 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing sheeting and cladding systems and components to curved and complex formations.
      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
      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. prevent 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, fit, finish, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install sheeting and cladding to complex roof or wall formations, incorporating weathering materials, related materials and components, ventilation and insulation, fittings, fixings and flashings for the following to given working instructions
      • curved areas
      • complex formations
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of sheeting and cladding systems
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ set out and transfer lines and levels in preparation for installation
      ‐ prepare and layout materials, components, fixings and fittings
      ‐ install fire stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ install sheeting and cladding to curved and complex formations
      ‐ position and secure flashings and vents
      ‐ install insulation and flashing material
      ‐ form and shape components for intricate, unconventional areas, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, overlaps and interface details
      ‐ apply sealants and install fillers to ensure water and airtightness
      ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roof and walls
      ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect sheeting and cladding materials and resources
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding 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
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, fire-stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding to curved and complex roof and wall formations
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    17. Install single and double-lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details
      COSVR688 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 single and double-lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details for new and/or re-roof 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 working 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install single and double-lap roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials, for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • mitred hips
      • mitred valleys
      • vertical surfaces (double-lap only)
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges and ridges
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install single and double-lap tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ form mitred hips and mitred valleys, including measuring, cutting and fitting soakers
      ‐ set out and install double-lap tiles to vertical surfaces, including gable ends, openings and penetrations
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ tiles, fixings, soakers, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single and double lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    18. Install single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge
      COSVR282 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install single-lap fixed gauge roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments, and general areas
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ single-lap fixed gauge tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    19. Install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge
      COSVR274 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install tiles, to a variable gauge, and components to eaves, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      • form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ single-lap tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    20. Install underlay, battens and roofing components
      COSVR272 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 battens, underlay, counter-battens, undercloaks, eaves ventilation systems, underlay support trays and fire breaks for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, cut, mark out, position and fix
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. set out battens to datum points and gauge
      10. install materials and components to eaves, verges, hips, ridges, valleys, abutments, openings, penetrations, general areas and vertical surfaces to given working instructions relating to the following
      • underlay
      • battens
      • counter battens
      • undercloaks
      • eaves ventilation systems
      • underlay support trays
      • fire-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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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 7 operative care of hand tools, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interface
      ‐ establish fixed points and determine the gauge to set out and fix batten positions
      ‐ cut underlay, battens and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ fix underlay, battens and counter-battens, verge clips and hip irons
      ‐ set out and determine overhang for wet and/or dry fix systems
      ‐ fix undercloak for bedded verges and/or dry fix systems
      ‐ install underlay to openings (roof lights, windows) and penetrations
      ‐ install underlay support trays and eaves ventilation systems
      ‐ form fire breaks
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing underlay, battens and roofing components
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ underlay, battens, counter-battens, undercloak, verge clips, eave ventilation systems and hip irons
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install underlay, battens and roofing components
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    21. Install wood shingle roof coverings
      COSVR283 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 wood shingles for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install wood shingles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • verges
      • ridges
      • hips
      • valleys
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • vertical surfaces
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut and fit wooden shingles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install wood shingles to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments, vertical and general areas
      ‐ set out and install wood shingle to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
      ‐ install pre-formed ridge/hip units
      ‐ install vents
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof coverings
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ wood shingles, pre-formed hip and ridge units, vents and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install wood shingle roof coverings
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    22. Prepare and install fully supported lead and hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      COSVR687 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 fully supported lead and/or hard metal tapered, concave, convex and segmented roofing and cladding profiles.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
      • tapered
      • concave
      • convex
      • segmented
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead, hard metal roofing or cladding
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    23. Prepare and install fully supported lead and hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      COSVR687 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 fully supported lead and/or hard metal tapered, concave, convex and segmented roofing and cladding profiles.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
      • tapered
      • concave
      • convex
      • segmented
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ 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
      ‐ stop work at the point when conjecture begins and report findings
      ‐ record work carried out (written, photographic or digital)
      ‐ recognise and/or report endangered/protected flora and fauna
      ‐ remove deteriorated and/or inappropriate materials
      ‐ maintain existing structure
      ‐ integrate existing and new constructional components or finishes
      ‐ store salvageable fabric, materials and structural components
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead or hard metal roofing or cladding
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      Heritage Skills (Construction)
    24. Prepare and install fully supported lead and hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      COSVR687 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 fully supported lead and/or hard metal tapered, concave, convex and segmented roofing and cladding profiles.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
      • tapered
      • concave
      • convex
      • segmented
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ 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
      ‐ stop work at the point when conjecture begins and report findings
      ‐ record work carried out (written, photographic or digital)
      ‐ recognise and/or report endangered/protected flora and fauna
      ‐ remove deteriorated and/or inappropriate materials
      ‐ maintain existing structure
      ‐ integrate existing and new constructional components or finishes
      ‐ store salvageable fabric, materials and structural components
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead or hard metal roofing or cladding
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      Heritage Skills (Construction)
    25. Prepare and install fully supported lead and hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      COSVR687 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 fully supported lead and/or hard metal tapered, concave, convex and segmented roofing and cladding profiles.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
      • tapered
      • concave
      • convex
      • segmented
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead, hard metal roofing or cladding
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    26. Prepare backing walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding systems
      COSVR183 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and preparing backing walls and securing proprietary and bespoke sub-frames to receive rainscreen cladding 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
      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 associated equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and specialised fixings for compatible materials
      • tools and equipment
      • access equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. prevent 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, level, plumb, adjust, fit, position, fix and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare backing walls and install rainscreen wall cladding vertical and horizontal support 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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with preparing backing walls and installing support systems to receive rainscreen wall cladding systems
      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, by manual handling and mechanical lifting and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ assess suitability of backing walls
      ‐ check currency of calibration for levelling equipment
      ‐ identify datum, establish, work to and transfer levels and plumb lines
      ‐ install proprietary vertical and horizontal support systems
      ‐ install bespoke vertical and horizontal support systems
      ‐ measure, mark out and cut supports to form internal and external angles
      ‐ form opening reveals
      ‐ adjust, fit, position, fix and secure brackets and fixing components for rainscreen wall cladding support systems
      ‐ install insulation, fire stops, breather membranes and vapour control layers
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine 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
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ 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 preparation of backing walls for rainscreen wall cladding support 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
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, carriers, rails, brackets and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes, primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare backing walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding support systems
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    27. Prepare resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials on roofs and walls
      COSVR94 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and preparing resources, components and materials for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials to roofs and walls.
      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. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to identify, check, measure, mark out, cut, prepare and position
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare resources for installation, to include sheeting and cladding materials, fixings, flashings, roof and wall components and ancillary equipment, to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
      • built-up
      • standing seam
      • secret fix
      • composite panel
      • fibre-cement
      • rainscreen cladding
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ check resources for type, quantity and damage and report discrepancies
      ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect roof and wall sheeting and cladding materials and resources
      ‐ identify types and characteristics of cladding sheets, including single skin, sinusoidal (corrugated), trapezoidal (box) and fibre cement profiles, twin or double skin insulated systems, composite panel (sandwich panel) systems, decking, structural decking and rainscreen products
      ‐ identify parts of roof and wall cladding sheets including top and bottom flanges, crown, web, trough or pan
      ‐ identify types, characteristics and applications of cladding products and systems including built-up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panel, fibre cement, rainscreen cladding products
      ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding profiles for walls and roofs
      ‐ measure, mark out and cut sheeting and cladding
      ‐ adjust and position fixings, halters, spacers, clips and fittings
      ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
      ‐ prepare, align and position resources ready to install: built-up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panel, fibre cement and rainscreen cladding
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials on roofs and walls
      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
      ‐ fixings and fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare sheeting and cladding materials and resources for installation on roofs and walls
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    28. Produce lead and hard metal ornamental features
      COSVR329 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and producing ornamental features in lead and hard metal.
      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 oral/written 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 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/set out, cast, cut, fold, stretch, reduce, press, boss, weld, solder, joint, fit, finish, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. produce two of the following lead and/or hard metal ornamental features to given working instructions
      • scrolls/bullnoses
      • finials/bosses
      • hoppers/planters
      • ornaments
      • shingle/preformed panels
      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
      • oral/written instructions, electronic data, 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, 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, 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
      ‐ draw and produce patterns/templates
      ‐ produce lead and/or hard metal scrolls/bullnoses, finials/bosses, hoppers/planters, ornaments and shingle/preformed panels by cutting, folding, casting, bossing, pressing, welding, soldering, stretching and reducing as appropriate to the metal
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with producing lead or hard metal ornamental features
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, casting sand, pressings, moulds, solder, flux, lettering, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce lead or hard metal ornamental features
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    29. Refurbish sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or rainscreen systems
      COSVR97 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and removing existing materials, preparing backgrounds and components for sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls and rainscreen systems to refurbish, strip and re-sheet or over-clad existing coverings.
      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. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to identify, check, measure, mark out, cut, remove, clean, replace, align, position, fix and seal
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare resources and backgrounds to refurbish, strip and re-sheet or over-clad sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
      • built up
      • standing seam
      • secret fix
      • composite panel
      • fibre cement
      • rainscreen cladding
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      ‐ the discovery of asbestos containing substances
      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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the refurbishment of sheeting and cladding
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ identify the criteria for removing and over-cladding materials containing hazardous substances, including licenced and non-licenced asbestos
      ‐ check currency of calibration for levelling equipment
      ‐ retain the integrity of background surfaces and backing walls
      ‐ prepare backgrounds and backing walls for replacement (new or recycled) sheeting and cladding systems
      ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
      ‐ prepare existing roof and wall coverings for over-cladding
      ‐ strip existing roof and wall coverings and rainscreen wall cladding support systems for re-sheeting
      ‐ apply cleaning agents and primers
      ‐ install insulation, sealing tapes, vapour checks and separation membranes
      ‐ assess the suitability of structures and existing roof coverings to receive replacement materials
      ‐ layout and align products, adjust fixings, halters, spacers, clips, fittings, sheets and cladding materials
      ‐ fit and fix replacement materials
      ‐ form and shape components for up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
      ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roofs and walls and rainscreen systems
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ handle, store and dispose of removed materials and components
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with refurbishment of sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls or rainscreen 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
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, clips and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal, translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement system
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to refurbish sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or rainscreen systems
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    30. Repair and maintain fully supported lead and hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      COSVR328 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment to remove, repair or replace and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined 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 oral/written 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 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/set out, remove, cut, joint, fix or dress, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. repair and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing or cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces to given working instructions relating to the following
      • remove, repair or replace defective coverings/components
      • install and/or repair lead or hard metal
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 access arrangements
      ‐ inspect surfaces to determine condition and identify defects
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ remove, replace, cut, joint, fix or dress to repair defective coverings/components
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ install and/or repair fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints
      ‐ remove blockages to ensure free drainage
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with repairing and maintaining fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weathering
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, fixings, finishings, ancillary items, underlay and substrate
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to repair and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    31. Repair sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls (including rainscreen)
      COSVR98 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and repairing defects in existing sheeting and cladding materials on roofs and walls (including rainscreen).
      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
      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 and 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. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to remove, replace, renew and repair
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. identify and repair the following defects in sheeting and cladding systems to given working instructions
      • leaks
      • condensation
      • damaged sheets and components
      • minor surface coating defects
      • damaged or missing flashings
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the repair of sheeting and cladding systems
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' repair and installation criteria
      ‐ identify defects including: leaks and condensation, damaged sheets and components, surface coating defects, damaged and missing flashings
      ‐ remove and recover defective materials
      ‐ carry out repairs to sheet components
      ‐ remove and replace damaged, missing and incorrect sheeting and cladding materials, components, fittings, fixings and flashings
      ‐ identify and match existing products
      ‐ identify the source of leaks and condensation
      ‐ deal with and prevent water leaks and condensation
      ‐ inspect, test, repair and replace rainwater goods
      ‐ identify and ensure the integrity of joints and overlaps
      ‐ treat surface coating defects
      ‐ apply sealants and fillers to ensure water and airtightness
      ‐ install and replace insulation, fire stops, breather membranes and vapour control layers
      ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roofs and walls including rainscreen systems
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 repairing sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
      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
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to repair sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Cladding Occupations (Construction)
      2. Building Maintenance Multi-trades Repair and Refurbishment Operations
    32. Strip and reclaim roof coverings
      COSVR280 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and removing and reclaiming roof coverings for future use, disposing of unsuitable materials and preparing surfaces for re-roofing.
      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 informationK1 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 practicesK4 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 resourcesK10 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 damageK14 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 specificationK16 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 timeK18 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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
      • 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 remove, reclaim, de-nail, re-hole, re-size, clean and sort
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. remove, reclaim and/or dispose of weathering materials and ancillary components to given working instructions, plus at least two of the following
      • natural slates
      • plain tiles
      • single-lap tiles
      • stone slates
      10. prepare surface and materials ready for re-roofing in accordance with 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 (asbestos materials), 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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ position temporary stop boards at eaves
      ‐ remove existing roof coverings
      ‐ clear roof of debris and nails in rafters and other roof timbers
      ‐ sort removed roof coverings and dispose of unwanted materials
      ‐ reclaim reusable tiles and natural slates, stone slates and weatherings
      ‐ assess the suitability of materials to be reclaimed
      ‐ determine sizes of imperial and metric slates
      ‐ stack/store reclaimed materials for reuse
      ‐ prepare materials for reuse, including de-nailing, re-holing and re-sizing
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • liaise with clients regarding procedures for carrying out the work and protecting property and the surrounding area
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with stripping and reclaiming roof coverings
      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
      • components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity associated with the method/procedure to strip and reclaim roof coverings
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      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. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme
    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
    • 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
    • he hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    8. Safe work practicesK4 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
    9. Selection of resourcesK10 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
    10. Meet the contract specificationK16 how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
    • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
    11. Allocated timeK18 what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
    12. 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 working practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
    13. Interpretation of informationK1 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
    14. Minimise the risk of damageK14 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
    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 and when personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
    16. 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
    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 specialised fixings for compatible materials
    • tools and equipment
    • access equipment
    4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
    5. prevent 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, set out, adjust, align, fit, position and secure
    8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools, levelling instruments and ancillary equipment
    9. install rainscreen wall cladding 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, falls, rescue procedures
    ‐ 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)
    15. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of rainscreen wall cladding systems
    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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
    17. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • how and when maintenance should be carried out
    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
    ‐ identify installation quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ ensure currency of calibration for levelling equipment
    ‐ assess suitability of background materials
    ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
    ‐ identify the types and characteristics of current rainscreen cladding materials, including metal, clay, ceramic and laminate
    ‐ form internal and external angles
    ‐ form opening reveals
    ‐ Install rainscreen wall cladding systems
    • position and install panel hangers, drips, cover strips, fixings and fittings
    ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces
    ‐ fit components around protrusions and penetrations
    ‐ position and secure flashings and vents
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing rainscreen wall cladding systems
    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 specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, panel hangers, drips, cover strips, halters and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, fire stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and rainscreen panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install rainscreen wall cladding systems
    22. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company and operative
    23. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials, components and fixings
    • tools and equipment
    24. demonstration of work skills to measure, cut, set out, align, fit, position, fix and secure
    25. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    26. install the following sheeting and cladding rainwater goods to given working instructions
    • gutters
    • pipes, downpipes and angles (swan necks, off sets)
    • brackets and supports
    • sumps
    • overflows
    • outlets
    27. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of rainwater goods
    28. 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 and storage of materials, by manual handling and mechanical lifting and with mechanical access 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
    ‐ identify installation quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ identify datum, line, level and plumb
    ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect materials and resources
    ‐ position, fix and secure brackets and supports
    ‐ install gutters, pipes including downpipes and angles (swan necks and offsets), sumps, outlets and overflows
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints and overlaps
    ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces
    ‐ install materials and components, stop-ends, grills, guards, filters, sealants, gaskets and covers
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
    30. Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    31. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ brackets, fixings and supports
    ‐ gutters, pipes, downpipes and angles
    ‐ sealant and gaskets
    ‐ stop-ends, grills, guards, filters and covers
    ‐ overflows, sumps and outlets
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
    32. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, adjust, align, level, plumb, fit, fix and finish
    33. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • install sheeting and cladding materials to roofs and walls, to include flashings, openings, vents, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
    • built-up
    • standing seam
    • secret fix
    • composite panel
    • fibre-cement
    34. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of sheeting and cladding systems
    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
    ‐ identify installation quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specifications
    ‐ conform to manufacturer's installation criteria
    ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
    ‐ position and secure fixings, halters, spacers, clips, fittings and sheets
    ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect sheeting, cladding materials and resources
    ‐ install built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ install decking and structural panels
    ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces, backgrounds, sheets and panels
    ‐ position and secure vents
    ‐ install insulation
    ‐ measure, cut, fit, shape and fix flashing materials
    ‐ install translucent sheets, condensation and vapour control materials
    ‐ form and shape components for openings, vents, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, overlaps and interface details
    ‐ apply sealants and install fillers to ensure water and airtight seals
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
    36. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, spacer systems and clips
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and transclucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
    37. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, fit, finish, position and secure
    38. prepare and install sheeting and cladding to complex roof or wall formations, incorporating weathering materials, related materials and components, ventilation and insulation, fittings, fixings and flashings for the following to given working instructions
    • curved areas
    • complex formations
    39. 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 quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ set out and transfer lines and levels in preparation for installation
    ‐ prepare and layout materials, components, fixings and fittings
    ‐ install fire stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ install sheeting and cladding to curved and complex formations
    ‐ position and secure flashings and vents
    ‐ install insulation and flashing material
    ‐ form and shape components for intricate, unconventional areas, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, overlaps and interface details
    ‐ apply sealants and install fillers to ensure water and airtightness
    ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roof and walls
    ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect sheeting and cladding materials and resources
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding systems
    40. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, fire-stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding to curved and complex roof and wall formations
    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 use of access equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and associated equipment
    • specific risks to health
    42. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, cut, level, plumb, adjust, fit, position, fix and secure
    43. prepare backing walls and install rainscreen wall cladding vertical and horizontal support systems to given working instructions
    44. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with preparing backing walls and installing support systems to receive rainscreen wall cladding systems
    45. 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 and with mechanical access equipment
    46. 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 quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ assess suitability of backing walls
    ‐ check currency of calibration for levelling equipment
    ‐ identify datum, establish, work to and transfer levels and plumb lines
    ‐ install proprietary vertical and horizontal support systems
    ‐ install bespoke vertical and horizontal support systems
    ‐ measure, mark out and cut supports to form internal and external angles
    ‐ form opening reveals
    ‐ adjust, fit, position, fix and secure brackets and fixing components for rainscreen wall cladding support systems
    ‐ install insulation, fire stops, breather membranes and vapour control layers
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine 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
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ 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 preparation of backing walls for rainscreen wall cladding support systems
    47. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, carriers, rails, brackets and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes, primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare backing walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding support systems
    48. demonstration of work skills to identify, check, measure, mark out, cut, prepare and position
    49. prepare resources for installation, to include sheeting and cladding materials, fixings, flashings, roof and wall components and ancillary equipment, to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
    • built-up
    • standing seam
    • secret fix
    • composite panel
    • fibre-cement
    • rainscreen cladding
    50. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding
    51. 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 quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ check resources for type, quantity and damage and report discrepancies
    ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect roof and wall sheeting and cladding materials and resources
    ‐ identify types and characteristics of cladding sheets, including single skin, sinusoidal (corrugated), trapezoidal (box) and fibre cement profiles, twin or double skin insulated systems, composite panel (sandwich panel) systems, decking, structural decking and rainscreen products
    ‐ identify parts of roof and wall cladding sheets including top and bottom flanges, crown, web, trough or pan
    ‐ identify types, characteristics and applications of cladding products and systems including built-up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panel, fibre cement, rainscreen cladding products
    ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding profiles for walls and roofs
    ‐ measure, mark out and cut sheeting and cladding
    ‐ adjust and position fixings, halters, spacers, clips and fittings
    ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
    ‐ prepare, align and position resources ready to install: built-up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panel, fibre cement and rainscreen cladding
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials on roofs and walls
    52. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings and fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare sheeting and cladding materials and resources for installation on roofs and walls
    53. demonstration of work skills to identify, check, measure, mark out, cut, remove, clean, replace, align, position, fix and seal
    54. prepare resources and backgrounds to refurbish, strip and re-sheet or over-clad sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
    • built up
    • standing seam
    • secret fix
    • composite panel
    • fibre cement
    • rainscreen cladding
    55. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries, falls, rescue procedures
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    ‐ the discovery of asbestos containing substances
    56. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the refurbishment of sheeting and cladding
    57. 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 quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ identify the criteria for removing and over-cladding materials containing hazardous substances, including licenced and non-licenced asbestos
    ‐ check currency of calibration for levelling equipment
    ‐ retain the integrity of background surfaces and backing walls
    ‐ prepare backgrounds and backing walls for replacement (new or recycled) sheeting and cladding systems
    ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
    ‐ prepare existing roof and wall coverings for over-cladding
    ‐ strip existing roof and wall coverings and rainscreen wall cladding support systems for re-sheeting
    ‐ apply cleaning agents and primers
    ‐ install insulation, sealing tapes, vapour checks and separation membranes
    ‐ assess the suitability of structures and existing roof coverings to receive replacement materials
    ‐ layout and align products, adjust fixings, halters, spacers, clips, fittings, sheets and cladding materials
    ‐ fit and fix replacement materials
    ‐ form and shape components for up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
    ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roofs and walls and rainscreen systems
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ handle, store and dispose of removed materials and components
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with refurbishment of sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls or rainscreen systems
    58. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, clips and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal, translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement system
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to refurbish sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or rainscreen systems
    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 of access equipment and working platforms
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    60. demonstration of work skills to remove, replace, renew and repair
    61. identify and repair the following defects in sheeting and cladding systems to given working instructions
    • leaks
    • condensation
    • damaged sheets and components
    • minor surface coating defects
    • damaged or missing flashings
    62. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the repair of sheeting and cladding systems
    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
    ‐ identify installation quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' repair and installation criteria
    ‐ identify defects including: leaks and condensation, damaged sheets and components, surface coating defects, damaged and missing flashings
    ‐ remove and recover defective materials
    ‐ carry out repairs to sheet components
    ‐ remove and replace damaged, missing and incorrect sheeting and cladding materials, components, fittings, fixings and flashings
    ‐ identify and match existing products
    ‐ identify the source of leaks and condensation
    ‐ deal with and prevent water leaks and condensation
    ‐ inspect, test, repair and replace rainwater goods
    ‐ identify and ensure the integrity of joints and overlaps
    ‐ treat surface coating defects
    ‐ apply sealants and fillers to ensure water and airtightness
    ‐ install and replace insulation, fire stops, breather membranes and vapour control layers
    ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roofs and walls including rainscreen systems
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 repairing sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
    64. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to repair sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
    65. interpretation of oral/written instructions, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    66. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
    67. demonstration of work skills to measure, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
    68. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    69. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
    • tapered
    • concave
    • convex
    • segmented
    70. 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
    71. 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)
    72. Information
    • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
    73. 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 and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    74. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    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 report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
    ‐ lay underlay if required
    ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
    ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
    ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
    ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
    ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
    ‐ 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
    ‐ stop work at the point when conjecture begins and report findings
    ‐ record work carried out (written, photographic or digital)
    ‐ recognise and/or report endangered/protected flora and fauna
    ‐ remove deteriorated and/or inappropriate materials
    ‐ maintain existing structure
    ‐ integrate existing and new constructional components or finishes
    ‐ store salvageable fabric, materials and structural components
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead or hard metal roofing or cladding
    76. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
    77. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
    78. interpretation of oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    79. 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
    80. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, cut, fit, position, weld, secure, dress, boss, point and finish
    81. prepare and install lead sheet weatherings to given working instructions for the following
    • chimneys
    • abutments
    • soil and/or vent pipes
    • junction saddles
    • valleys
    • hips
    • ridges
    • openings (roof lights/windows)
    82. fabricate back gutters, aprons and pipe slates by lead welding
    83. Information
    • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures and current regulations governing buildings
    84. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut, fit and place soakers
    ‐ cut, form and install step flashings
    ‐ install valley liners and saddles
    ‐ form and install aprons, back gutters and soil and/or vent pipe flashings
    ‐ weld and boss
    ‐ install rolls to hips/ridges
    ‐ install secret gutters
    ‐ point/seal flashings
    ‐ apply patination fluid
    ‐ recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ recorgnise specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with fabricating and installing weathering leadwork to roofs
    85. Programme
    • types of work schedules/diaries, progress charts, timetables and estimated times
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    86. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ sheet lead, patination fluids and pointing materials
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to fabricate and install weathering leadwork to roofs
    87. demonstration of work skills to measure, cut, mark out, fit, position and secure
    88. install the following roofing components to roofs with ridges, verges, hips, valleys, openings, penetrations and abutments to given working instructions to construct a warm and cold roof
    • counter-battens
    • ventilation systems
    • over and/or between rafter level insulation
    • ceiling level insulation
    • access hatch insulation
    89. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut and fit warm and cold roof materials and components to the required size and shape
    ‐ fix underlay and counter-battens to roof design
    ‐ install ventilation systems
    ‐ install over and/or between rafter level insulation
    ‐ install ceiling level insulation
    ‐ install access hatch insulation
    ‐ remove ineffective/damaged insulation from roof area
    ‐ check and maintain adequate ventilation
    ‐ check supporting timber at hips, valleys, ridges, abutments and openings
    ‐ recognise the principles of warm/cold roof construction
    ‐ recognise ceiling construction, including air tightness, air layers and vapour control layers
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing components for warm or cold roof construction
    90. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ underlays, counter-battens, quilt and rigid insulation and ventilation systems
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install components for warm and cold roof construction
    91. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark out, cut, fit, position, secure and finish
    92. install double-lap artificial slates and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    93. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ install undereaves, eaves and top course
    ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ set out and install double-lap artificial roof slates to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ form dry fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof slates
    94. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ double-lap artificial slates, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems and ventilation systems
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install double-lap artificial roof slates
    95. interpretation of oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    96. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
    97. install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap), to battens and/or boards, and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for at least two of the following roof details
    • eyebrow dormers
    • swept valleys
    • laced valleys
    • curved vertical
    • curved pitch (cones, apse ends)
    98. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ fix boards, wedges, fillets and split battens
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ fix tiles to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ set out and install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap) and components, including soakers to eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    99. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ plain tiles, peg tiles, boards, split battens, soakers, timber, wedges, fillets, fittings and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details
    100. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, cut, profile, position, secure and joint
    101. prepare substrate and install to given working instructions fully supported flat lead roofing or low pitched hard metal roofing plus, fully supported lead or hard metal roofing to the following
    • pitched roofs
    • vertical cladding
    102. install two of the following fully supported lead or hard metal weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces to given working instructions
    • soffits
    • cornices or parapets
    • gutters
    103. Information
    • oral/written instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
    104. 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 report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ clean/clear substrate
    ‐ lay underlay if required
    ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
    ‐ set out joints
    ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
    ‐ install fully supported flat lead roofing or low pitched hard metal roofing
    ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal pitched roofs and vertical cladding
    ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal weatherings to vertical, horizontal and inclined surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
    ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
    105. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, finishings and ancillary items
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
    106. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
    107. install natural roof slates to batterns and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • mitred hips
    • mitred valleys
    • vertical surfaces
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges and ridges
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ grade and hole slates
    ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ form mitred hips and mitred valleys, including measuring, cutting and fitting soakers
    ‐ set out and install natural roof slates to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
    109. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ natural slates, fixings, soakers, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install natural roof slates to mitred and vertical roof details
    110. Security procedure
    • site, workplace, company and operative
    111. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark out, grade, size, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
    112. install natural slates to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for at least two of the following roof details
    • eyebrow dormers
    • swept valleys
    • laced valleys
    • curved vertical
    • curved pitch (cones, apse ends)
    113. 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
    114. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ fix boards, wedges, fillets and split battens
    ‐ grade, size and hole slates
    ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ set out and install slates and components, including soakers to eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
    115. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ slates, boards, split battens, soakers, timber, wedges, fillets, fittings and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details
    116. install plain roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    117. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    118. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ set out and install tiles to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations and internal and external corners
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    120. Programme
    • types of work schedules/diaries progress charts, timetables and estimated times
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    121. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ plain tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install plain tile roof coverings
    122. demonstration of work skills to cut, fit, position, secure, dress, point and finish
    123. install pre-formed lead and/or proprietary flashings to single and double-lap roof coverings to given working instructions relating to the following
    • chimneys
    • abutments
    • soil and/or vent pipes
    • junction saddles
    • valleys
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut, fit and place lead and/or proprietary soakers
    ‐ cut and fit flashing materials to the required size and shape
    • install step flashings
    ‐ install valley liners and saddles
    ‐ install lead aprons, back gutters, soil and/or vent pipe flashings
    ‐ install flashings to openings (roof lights, windows)
    ‐ dress flashings
    ‐ point/seal flashings
    ‐ apply patination fluid
    ‐ install proprietary flashings and weatherings
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing weathering flashings to roofs
    125. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ pre-formed lead flashings, proprietary flashings, soakers, patination fluids, pointing materials
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity and length associated with the method/procedure to install pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs
    126. demonstration of work skills to measure, size, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
    127. install random sized (length and width) natural roof slates (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ grade, size and hole slates
    ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ maintain head laps for diminishing courses
    ‐ maintain side laps for random width slates
    ‐ recognise the relationship between head and side lap, roof pitch and geographical location
    ‐ set out and install random sized (length and width) natural roof slates (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) to battens and/or boards, fittings and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
    129. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ random sized natural slates, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, boards, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install random natural roof slates with diminishing margins
    130. install regular sized natural roof slates to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    131. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ grade and hole slates
    ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
    132. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ regular sized natural slates, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install regular sized natural slates to standard roof details
    133. 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 of access equipment/working platforms
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    134. install single and double-lap roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials, for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • mitred hips
    • mitred valleys
    • vertical surfaces (double-lap only)
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges and ridges
    135. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install single and double-lap tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ form mitred hips and mitred valleys, including measuring, cutting and fitting soakers
    ‐ set out and install double-lap tiles to vertical surfaces, including gable ends, openings and penetrations
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    136. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ tiles, fixings, soakers, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single and double lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details
    137. install single-lap fixed gauge roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    138. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments, and general areas
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    139. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ single-lap fixed gauge tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge
    140. install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    141. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install tiles, to a variable gauge, and components to eaves, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    • form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    142. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ single-lap tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge
    143. demonstration of work skills to measure, cut, mark out, position and fix
    144. set out battens to datum points and gauge
    145. install materials and components to eaves, verges, hips, ridges, valleys, abutments, openings, penetrations, general areas and vertical surfaces to given working instructions relating to the following
    • underlay
    • battens
    • counter battens
    • undercloaks
    • eaves ventilation systems
    • underlay support trays
    • fire-breaks
    146. Information
    • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures and current regulations governing buildings
    147. Maintenance 7 operative care of hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    148. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interface
    ‐ establish fixed points and determine the gauge to set out and fix batten positions
    ‐ cut underlay, battens and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ fix underlay, battens and counter-battens, verge clips and hip irons
    ‐ set out and determine overhang for wet and/or dry fix systems
    ‐ fix undercloak for bedded verges and/or dry fix systems
    ‐ install underlay to openings (roof lights, windows) and penetrations
    ‐ install underlay support trays and eaves ventilation systems
    ‐ form fire breaks
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing underlay, battens and roofing components
    149. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ underlay, battens, counter-battens, undercloak, verge clips, eave ventilation systems and hip irons
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install underlay, battens and roofing components
    150. install wood shingles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • verges
    • ridges
    • hips
    • valleys
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • vertical surfaces
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut and fit wooden shingles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install wood shingles to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments, vertical and general areas
    ‐ set out and install wood shingle to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
    ‐ install pre-formed ridge/hip units
    ‐ install vents
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof coverings
    152. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ wood shingles, pre-formed hip and ridge units, vents and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install wood shingle roof coverings
    153. 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 report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
    ‐ lay underlay if required
    ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
    ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
    ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
    ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
    ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead, hard metal roofing or cladding
    154. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark/set out, cast, cut, fold, stretch, reduce, press, boss, weld, solder, joint, fit, finish, position and secure
    155. produce two of the following lead and/or hard metal ornamental features to given working instructions
    • scrolls/bullnoses
    • finials/bosses
    • hoppers/planters
    • ornaments
    • shingle/preformed panels
    156. 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
    ‐ draw and produce patterns/templates
    ‐ produce lead and/or hard metal scrolls/bullnoses, finials/bosses, hoppers/planters, ornaments and shingle/preformed panels by cutting, folding, casting, bossing, pressing, welding, soldering, stretching and reducing as appropriate to the metal
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with producing lead or hard metal ornamental features
    157. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ lead, hard metal, casting sand, pressings, moulds, solder, flux, lettering, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce lead or hard metal ornamental features
    158. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark/set out, remove, cut, joint, fix or dress, position and secure
    159. repair and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing or cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces to given working instructions relating to the following
    • remove, repair or replace defective coverings/components
    • install and/or repair lead or hard metal
    160. 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 access arrangements
    ‐ inspect surfaces to determine condition and identify defects
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ remove, replace, cut, joint, fix or dress to repair defective coverings/components
    ‐ lay underlay if required
    ‐ install and/or repair fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints
    ‐ remove blockages to ensure free drainage
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with repairing and maintaining fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weathering
    161. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ lead, hard metal, fixings, finishings, ancillary items, underlay and substrate
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to repair and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
    162. selection of resources associated with own work
    • tools and equipment
    163. demonstration of work skills to remove, reclaim, de-nail, re-hole, re-size, clean and sort
    164. remove, reclaim and/or dispose of weathering materials and ancillary components to given working instructions, plus at least two of the following
    • natural slates
    • plain tiles
    • single-lap tiles
    • stone slates
    165. prepare surface and materials ready for re-roofing in accordance with given working instructions
    166. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work (asbestos materials), manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    167. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ position temporary stop boards at eaves
    ‐ remove existing roof coverings
    ‐ clear roof of debris and nails in rafters and other roof timbers
    ‐ sort removed roof coverings and dispose of unwanted materials
    ‐ reclaim reusable tiles and natural slates, stone slates and weatherings
    ‐ assess the suitability of materials to be reclaimed
    ‐ determine sizes of imperial and metric slates
    ‐ stack/store reclaimed materials for reuse
    ‐ prepare materials for reuse, including de-nailing, re-holing and re-sizing
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • liaise with clients regarding procedures for carrying out the work and protecting property and the surrounding area
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with stripping and reclaiming roof coverings
    168. Resources
    • components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity associated with the method/procedure to strip and reclaim roof coverings
    169. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    170. safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to carry out the activity, in accordance with legislation and/or organisational requirements
    171. safe use and storage of tools and equipment
    172. safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
    173. selection of resources associated with own work
    • naturally grown and cultivated materials
    • tools and equipment
    174. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
    175. demonstration of work skills to handle, cut, gather, stack, load and tie
    176. use and maintain harvesting tools and ancillary equipment
    177. identify, select, harvest and transport three of the following thatching materials to given working instructions
    • long straw, combed wheat reed, water reed, sedge grass, coppice materials, heather, marram, bent, bracken, rush, flax, turf or other specialist local material
    178. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    179. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    180. Fire extinguishers
    • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
    181. Hazards
    • those identified by method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    182. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, manufacturers' information and regulations
    183. 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 and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    184. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools and ancillary equipment
    185. 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 and select suitable thatching materials
    ‐ stack and store thatching materials using appropriate methods and techniques
    ‐ handle materials using mechanical and manual methods
    ‐ load and transport thatching materials
    ‐ use tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with the use of thatching materials
    186. personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
    187. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality and sizes of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ straw, reed, grass, coppice materials, heather, marram, bent, bracken, rush, flax and turf
    ‐ transport equipment
    ‐ harvesting tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to harvest thatching materials
  3. Roofers
    responsibility
    1. Fabricate and install weathering leadwork to roofs
      COSVR287 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and preparing, forming and installing lead sheet weatherings for chimneys, abutments, pipes, junctions, valleys, hips and openings for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, fit, position, weld, secure, dress, boss, point and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install lead sheet weatherings to given working instructions for the following
      • chimneys
      • abutments
      • soil and/or vent pipes
      • junction saddles
      • valleys
      • hips
      • ridges
      • openings (roof lights/windows)
      10. fabricate back gutters, aprons and pipe slates by lead welding
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut, fit and place soakers
      ‐ cut, form and install step flashings
      ‐ install valley liners and saddles
      ‐ form and install aprons, back gutters and soil and/or vent pipe flashings
      ‐ weld and boss
      ‐ install rolls to hips/ridges
      ‐ install secret gutters
      ‐ point/seal flashings
      ‐ apply patination fluid
      ‐ recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ recorgnise specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with fabricating and installing weathering leadwork to roofs
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ sheet lead, patination fluids and pointing materials
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to fabricate and install weathering leadwork to roofs
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
      3. Building Maintenance Multi-trades Repair and Refurbishment Operations
    2. Install components for warm and cold roof construction
      COSVR281 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 counter-battens, ventilation systems, insulation and access hatch insulation, supporting timbers and ancillary components to construct warm and cold roofs for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, cut, mark out, fit, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install the following roofing components to roofs with ridges, verges, hips, valleys, openings, penetrations and abutments to given working instructions to construct a warm and cold roof
      • counter-battens
      • ventilation systems
      • over and/or between rafter level insulation
      • ceiling level insulation
      • access hatch insulation
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut and fit warm and cold roof materials and components to the required size and shape
      ‐ fix underlay and counter-battens to roof design
      ‐ install ventilation systems
      ‐ install over and/or between rafter level insulation
      ‐ install ceiling level insulation
      ‐ install access hatch insulation
      ‐ remove ineffective/damaged insulation from roof area
      ‐ check and maintain adequate ventilation
      ‐ check supporting timber at hips, valleys, ridges, abutments and openings
      ‐ recognise the principles of warm/cold roof construction
      ‐ recognise ceiling construction, including air tightness, air layers and vapour control layers
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing components for warm or cold roof construction
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ underlays, counter-battens, quilt and rigid insulation and ventilation systems
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install components for warm and cold roof construction
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    3. Install double-lap artificial roof slates
      COSVR277 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing double-lap artificial slate roof coverings for new and/or re-roof 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
      • he 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install double-lap artificial slates and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ install undereaves, eaves and top course
      ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ set out and install double-lap artificial roof slates to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ form dry fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ double-lap artificial slates, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems and ventilation systems
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install double-lap artificial roof slates
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    4. Install double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details
      COSVR286 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 double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details (eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas) for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working 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 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap), to battens and/or boards, and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for at least two of the following roof details
      • eyebrow dormers
      • swept valleys
      • laced valleys
      • curved vertical
      • curved pitch (cones, apse ends)
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ fix boards, wedges, fillets and split battens
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ fix tiles to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ set out and install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap) and components, including soakers to eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ plain tiles, peg tiles, boards, split battens, soakers, timber, wedges, fillets, fittings and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    5. Install fully supported lead and hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      COSVR327 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment for preparing and installing fully supported lead and hard metal to flat, low pitched and pitched roofs, cladding and weatherings.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set out, cut, profile, position, secure and joint
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare substrate and install to given working instructions fully supported flat lead roofing or low pitched hard metal roofing plus, fully supported lead or hard metal roofing to the following
      • pitched roofs
      • vertical cladding
      10. install two of the following fully supported lead or hard metal weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces to given working instructions
      • soffits
      • cornices or parapets
      • gutters
      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
      • oral/written instructions, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ clean/clear substrate
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ set out joints
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ install fully supported flat lead roofing or low pitched hard metal roofing
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal pitched roofs and vertical cladding
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal weatherings to vertical, horizontal and inclined surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, finishings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    6. Install natural roof slate to mitred and vertical roof details
      COSVR278 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing natural slate roof coverings to mitred and vertical roof areas for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install natural roof slates to batterns and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • mitred hips
      • mitred valleys
      • vertical surfaces
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges and ridges
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ grade and hole slates
      ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ form mitred hips and mitred valleys, including measuring, cutting and fitting soakers
      ‐ set out and install natural roof slates to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ natural slates, fixings, soakers, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install natural roof slates to mitred and vertical roof details
      23. Security procedure
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Building Maintenance Multi-trades Repair and Refurbishment Operations
      3. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    7. Install natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details
      COSVR288 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 natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details (eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas) for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, grade, size, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install natural slates to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for at least two of the following roof details
      • eyebrow dormers
      • swept valleys
      • laced valleys
      • curved vertical
      • curved pitch (cones, apse ends)
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ fix boards, wedges, fillets and split battens
      ‐ grade, size and hole slates
      ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ set out and install slates and components, including soakers to eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ slates, boards, split battens, soakers, timber, wedges, fillets, fittings and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    8. Install plain tile roof coverings
      COSVR275 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing plain tile roof coverings for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install plain roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ set out and install tiles to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations and internal and external corners
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries 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
      ‐ plain tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install plain tile roof coverings
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    9. Install pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs
      COSVR273 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing pre-formed lead and/or proprietary flashings to single and double-lap roof coverings with chimneys, abutments, soil and/or vent pipes, junctions, valleys and openings for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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 cut, fit, position, secure, dress, point and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install pre-formed lead and/or proprietary flashings to single and double-lap roof coverings to given working instructions relating to the following
      • chimneys
      • abutments
      • soil and/or vent pipes
      • junction saddles
      • valleys
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut, fit and place lead and/or proprietary soakers
      ‐ cut and fit flashing materials to the required size and shape
      • install step flashings
      ‐ install valley liners and saddles
      ‐ install lead aprons, back gutters, soil and/or vent pipe flashings
      ‐ install flashings to openings (roof lights, windows)
      ‐ dress flashings
      ‐ point/seal flashings
      ‐ apply patination fluid
      ‐ install proprietary flashings and weatherings
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing weathering flashings to roofs
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ pre-formed lead flashings, proprietary flashings, soakers, patination fluids, pointing materials
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity and length associated with the method/procedure to install pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    10. Install rainscreen wall cladding systems
      COSVR184 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 rainscreen wall cladding 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 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 specialised fixings for compatible materials
      • tools and equipment
      • access equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. prevent 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, set out, adjust, align, fit, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools, levelling instruments and ancillary equipment
      9. install rainscreen wall cladding 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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of rainscreen wall cladding systems
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ ensure currency of calibration for levelling equipment
      ‐ assess suitability of background materials
      ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
      ‐ identify the types and characteristics of current rainscreen cladding materials, including metal, clay, ceramic and laminate
      ‐ form internal and external angles
      ‐ form opening reveals
      ‐ Install rainscreen wall cladding systems
      • position and install panel hangers, drips, cover strips, fixings and fittings
      ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces
      ‐ fit components around protrusions and penetrations
      ‐ position and secure flashings and vents
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing rainscreen wall cladding systems
      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 specialist
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, panel hangers, drips, cover strips, halters and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, fire stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and rainscreen panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install rainscreen wall cladding systems
      22. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Cladding Occupations (Construction)
      2. Innovative/Modern Methods of Construction
      3. Wood Occupations (Construction)
    11. Install random natural roof slates with diminishing margins
      COSVR279 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 random natural slate roof coverings (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) with diminishing margins for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, size, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install random sized (length and width) natural roof slates (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ grade, size and hole slates
      ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ maintain head laps for diminishing courses
      ‐ maintain side laps for random width slates
      ‐ recognise the relationship between head and side lap, roof pitch and geographical location
      ‐ set out and install random sized (length and width) natural roof slates (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) to battens and/or boards, fittings and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ random sized natural slates, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, boards, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install random natural roof slates with diminishing margins
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    12. Install regular sized natural roof slate to standard roof details
      COSVR276 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing regular sized natural slate roof coverings to battens and/or boards for new and/or re-roof 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 practicesK4 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 resourcesK10 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 specificationK16 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 timeK18 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install regular sized natural roof slates to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ grade and hole slates
      ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ regular sized natural slates, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install regular sized natural slates to standard roof details
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    13. Install sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
      COSVR96 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing sheeting and cladding rainwater goods to new and existing roofs and walls.
      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. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, cut, set out, align, fit, position, fix and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install the following sheeting and cladding rainwater goods to given working instructions
      • gutters
      • pipes, downpipes and angles (swan necks, off sets)
      • brackets and supports
      • sumps
      • overflows
      • outlets
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of rainwater goods
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ identify datum, line, level and plumb
      ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect materials and resources
      ‐ position, fix and secure brackets and supports
      ‐ install gutters, pipes including downpipes and angles (swan necks and offsets), sumps, outlets and overflows
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints and overlaps
      ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces
      ‐ install materials and components, stop-ends, grills, guards, filters, sealants, gaskets and covers
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
      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
      ‐ brackets, fixings and supports
      ‐ gutters, pipes, downpipes and angles
      ‐ sealant and gaskets
      ‐ stop-ends, grills, guards, filters and covers
      ‐ overflows, sumps and outlets
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    14. Install sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls
      COSVR95 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing sheeting and cladding systems and 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
      • 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. prevent 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, adjust, align, level, plumb, fit, fix and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • install sheeting and cladding materials to roofs and walls, to include flashings, openings, vents, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
      • built-up
      • standing seam
      • secret fix
      • composite panel
      • fibre-cement
      9. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      10. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      11. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      12. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. 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)
      14. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of sheeting and cladding systems
      15. 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 and storage of materials, by manual handling and mechanical lifting and with mechanical access equipment
      16. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      17. 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 quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specifications
      ‐ conform to manufacturer's installation criteria
      ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
      ‐ position and secure fixings, halters, spacers, clips, fittings and sheets
      ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect sheeting, cladding materials and resources
      ‐ install built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ install decking and structural panels
      ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces, backgrounds, sheets and panels
      ‐ position and secure vents
      ‐ install insulation
      ‐ measure, cut, fit, shape and fix flashing materials
      ‐ install translucent sheets, condensation and vapour control materials
      ‐ form and shape components for openings, vents, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, overlaps and interface details
      ‐ apply sealants and install fillers to ensure water and airtight seals
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
      18. 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 specialist
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, spacer systems and clips
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and transclucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
      22. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    15. Install sheeting and cladding systems to curved and complex roof and wall formations
      COSVR99 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing sheeting and cladding systems and components to curved and complex formations.
      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
      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. prevent 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, fit, finish, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install sheeting and cladding to complex roof or wall formations, incorporating weathering materials, related materials and components, ventilation and insulation, fittings, fixings and flashings for the following to given working instructions
      • curved areas
      • complex formations
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of sheeting and cladding systems
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ set out and transfer lines and levels in preparation for installation
      ‐ prepare and layout materials, components, fixings and fittings
      ‐ install fire stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ install sheeting and cladding to curved and complex formations
      ‐ position and secure flashings and vents
      ‐ install insulation and flashing material
      ‐ form and shape components for intricate, unconventional areas, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, overlaps and interface details
      ‐ apply sealants and install fillers to ensure water and airtightness
      ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roof and walls
      ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect sheeting and cladding materials and resources
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding 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
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, fire-stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding to curved and complex roof and wall formations
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    16. Install single and double-lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details
      COSVR688 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 single and double-lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details for new and/or re-roof 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 working 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install single and double-lap roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials, for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • mitred hips
      • mitred valleys
      • vertical surfaces (double-lap only)
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges and ridges
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install single and double-lap tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ form mitred hips and mitred valleys, including measuring, cutting and fitting soakers
      ‐ set out and install double-lap tiles to vertical surfaces, including gable ends, openings and penetrations
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ tiles, fixings, soakers, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single and double lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    17. Install single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge
      COSVR282 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install single-lap fixed gauge roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments, and general areas
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ single-lap fixed gauge tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    18. Install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge
      COSVR274 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install tiles, to a variable gauge, and components to eaves, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      • form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ single-lap tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    19. Install underlay, battens and roofing components
      COSVR272 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 battens, underlay, counter-battens, undercloaks, eaves ventilation systems, underlay support trays and fire breaks for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, cut, mark out, position and fix
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. set out battens to datum points and gauge
      10. install materials and components to eaves, verges, hips, ridges, valleys, abutments, openings, penetrations, general areas and vertical surfaces to given working instructions relating to the following
      • underlay
      • battens
      • counter battens
      • undercloaks
      • eaves ventilation systems
      • underlay support trays
      • fire-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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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 7 operative care of hand tools, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interface
      ‐ establish fixed points and determine the gauge to set out and fix batten positions
      ‐ cut underlay, battens and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ fix underlay, battens and counter-battens, verge clips and hip irons
      ‐ set out and determine overhang for wet and/or dry fix systems
      ‐ fix undercloak for bedded verges and/or dry fix systems
      ‐ install underlay to openings (roof lights, windows) and penetrations
      ‐ install underlay support trays and eaves ventilation systems
      ‐ form fire breaks
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing underlay, battens and roofing components
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ underlay, battens, counter-battens, undercloak, verge clips, eave ventilation systems and hip irons
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install underlay, battens and roofing components
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    20. Install wood shingle roof coverings
      COSVR283 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 wood shingles for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install wood shingles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • verges
      • ridges
      • hips
      • valleys
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • vertical surfaces
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut and fit wooden shingles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install wood shingles to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments, vertical and general areas
      ‐ set out and install wood shingle to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
      ‐ install pre-formed ridge/hip units
      ‐ install vents
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof coverings
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ wood shingles, pre-formed hip and ridge units, vents and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install wood shingle roof coverings
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    21. Prepare and install fully supported lead and hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      COSVR687 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 fully supported lead and/or hard metal tapered, concave, convex and segmented roofing and cladding profiles.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
      • tapered
      • concave
      • convex
      • segmented
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead, hard metal roofing or cladding
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    22. Prepare and install fully supported lead and hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      COSVR687 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 fully supported lead and/or hard metal tapered, concave, convex and segmented roofing and cladding profiles.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
      • tapered
      • concave
      • convex
      • segmented
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ 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
      ‐ stop work at the point when conjecture begins and report findings
      ‐ record work carried out (written, photographic or digital)
      ‐ recognise and/or report endangered/protected flora and fauna
      ‐ remove deteriorated and/or inappropriate materials
      ‐ maintain existing structure
      ‐ integrate existing and new constructional components or finishes
      ‐ store salvageable fabric, materials and structural components
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead or hard metal roofing or cladding
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      Heritage Skills (Construction)
    23. Prepare and install fully supported lead and hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      COSVR687 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 fully supported lead and/or hard metal tapered, concave, convex and segmented roofing and cladding profiles.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
      • tapered
      • concave
      • convex
      • segmented
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ 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
      ‐ stop work at the point when conjecture begins and report findings
      ‐ record work carried out (written, photographic or digital)
      ‐ recognise and/or report endangered/protected flora and fauna
      ‐ remove deteriorated and/or inappropriate materials
      ‐ maintain existing structure
      ‐ integrate existing and new constructional components or finishes
      ‐ store salvageable fabric, materials and structural components
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead or hard metal roofing or cladding
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      Heritage Skills (Construction)
    24. Prepare and install fully supported lead and hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      COSVR687 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 fully supported lead and/or hard metal tapered, concave, convex and segmented roofing and cladding profiles.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
      • tapered
      • concave
      • convex
      • segmented
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead, hard metal roofing or cladding
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    25. Prepare backing walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding systems
      COSVR183 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and preparing backing walls and securing proprietary and bespoke sub-frames to receive rainscreen cladding 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
      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 associated equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and specialised fixings for compatible materials
      • tools and equipment
      • access equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. prevent 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, level, plumb, adjust, fit, position, fix and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare backing walls and install rainscreen wall cladding vertical and horizontal support 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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with preparing backing walls and installing support systems to receive rainscreen wall cladding systems
      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, by manual handling and mechanical lifting and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ assess suitability of backing walls
      ‐ check currency of calibration for levelling equipment
      ‐ identify datum, establish, work to and transfer levels and plumb lines
      ‐ install proprietary vertical and horizontal support systems
      ‐ install bespoke vertical and horizontal support systems
      ‐ measure, mark out and cut supports to form internal and external angles
      ‐ form opening reveals
      ‐ adjust, fit, position, fix and secure brackets and fixing components for rainscreen wall cladding support systems
      ‐ install insulation, fire stops, breather membranes and vapour control layers
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine 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
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ 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 preparation of backing walls for rainscreen wall cladding support 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
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, carriers, rails, brackets and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes, primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare backing walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding support systems
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    26. Prepare resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials on roofs and walls
      COSVR94 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and preparing resources, components and materials for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials to roofs and walls.
      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. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to identify, check, measure, mark out, cut, prepare and position
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare resources for installation, to include sheeting and cladding materials, fixings, flashings, roof and wall components and ancillary equipment, to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
      • built-up
      • standing seam
      • secret fix
      • composite panel
      • fibre-cement
      • rainscreen cladding
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ check resources for type, quantity and damage and report discrepancies
      ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect roof and wall sheeting and cladding materials and resources
      ‐ identify types and characteristics of cladding sheets, including single skin, sinusoidal (corrugated), trapezoidal (box) and fibre cement profiles, twin or double skin insulated systems, composite panel (sandwich panel) systems, decking, structural decking and rainscreen products
      ‐ identify parts of roof and wall cladding sheets including top and bottom flanges, crown, web, trough or pan
      ‐ identify types, characteristics and applications of cladding products and systems including built-up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panel, fibre cement, rainscreen cladding products
      ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding profiles for walls and roofs
      ‐ measure, mark out and cut sheeting and cladding
      ‐ adjust and position fixings, halters, spacers, clips and fittings
      ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
      ‐ prepare, align and position resources ready to install: built-up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panel, fibre cement and rainscreen cladding
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials on roofs and walls
      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
      ‐ fixings and fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare sheeting and cladding materials and resources for installation on roofs and walls
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    27. Produce lead and hard metal ornamental features
      COSVR329 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and producing ornamental features in lead and hard metal.
      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 oral/written 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 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/set out, cast, cut, fold, stretch, reduce, press, boss, weld, solder, joint, fit, finish, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. produce two of the following lead and/or hard metal ornamental features to given working instructions
      • scrolls/bullnoses
      • finials/bosses
      • hoppers/planters
      • ornaments
      • shingle/preformed panels
      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
      • oral/written instructions, electronic data, 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, 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, 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
      ‐ draw and produce patterns/templates
      ‐ produce lead and/or hard metal scrolls/bullnoses, finials/bosses, hoppers/planters, ornaments and shingle/preformed panels by cutting, folding, casting, bossing, pressing, welding, soldering, stretching and reducing as appropriate to the metal
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with producing lead or hard metal ornamental features
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, casting sand, pressings, moulds, solder, flux, lettering, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce lead or hard metal ornamental features
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    28. Refurbish sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or rainscreen systems
      COSVR97 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and removing existing materials, preparing backgrounds and components for sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls and rainscreen systems to refurbish, strip and re-sheet or over-clad existing coverings.
      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. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to identify, check, measure, mark out, cut, remove, clean, replace, align, position, fix and seal
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare resources and backgrounds to refurbish, strip and re-sheet or over-clad sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
      • built up
      • standing seam
      • secret fix
      • composite panel
      • fibre cement
      • rainscreen cladding
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      ‐ the discovery of asbestos containing substances
      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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the refurbishment of sheeting and cladding
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ identify the criteria for removing and over-cladding materials containing hazardous substances, including licenced and non-licenced asbestos
      ‐ check currency of calibration for levelling equipment
      ‐ retain the integrity of background surfaces and backing walls
      ‐ prepare backgrounds and backing walls for replacement (new or recycled) sheeting and cladding systems
      ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
      ‐ prepare existing roof and wall coverings for over-cladding
      ‐ strip existing roof and wall coverings and rainscreen wall cladding support systems for re-sheeting
      ‐ apply cleaning agents and primers
      ‐ install insulation, sealing tapes, vapour checks and separation membranes
      ‐ assess the suitability of structures and existing roof coverings to receive replacement materials
      ‐ layout and align products, adjust fixings, halters, spacers, clips, fittings, sheets and cladding materials
      ‐ fit and fix replacement materials
      ‐ form and shape components for up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
      ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roofs and walls and rainscreen systems
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ handle, store and dispose of removed materials and components
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with refurbishment of sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls or rainscreen 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
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, clips and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal, translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement system
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to refurbish sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or rainscreen systems
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    29. Repair and maintain fully supported lead and hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      COSVR328 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment to remove, repair or replace and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined 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 oral/written 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 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/set out, remove, cut, joint, fix or dress, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. repair and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing or cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces to given working instructions relating to the following
      • remove, repair or replace defective coverings/components
      • install and/or repair lead or hard metal
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 access arrangements
      ‐ inspect surfaces to determine condition and identify defects
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ remove, replace, cut, joint, fix or dress to repair defective coverings/components
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ install and/or repair fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints
      ‐ remove blockages to ensure free drainage
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with repairing and maintaining fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weathering
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, fixings, finishings, ancillary items, underlay and substrate
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to repair and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    30. Repair sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls (including rainscreen)
      COSVR98 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and repairing defects in existing sheeting and cladding materials on roofs and walls (including rainscreen).
      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
      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 and 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. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to remove, replace, renew and repair
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. identify and repair the following defects in sheeting and cladding systems to given working instructions
      • leaks
      • condensation
      • damaged sheets and components
      • minor surface coating defects
      • damaged or missing flashings
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the repair of sheeting and cladding systems
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' repair and installation criteria
      ‐ identify defects including: leaks and condensation, damaged sheets and components, surface coating defects, damaged and missing flashings
      ‐ remove and recover defective materials
      ‐ carry out repairs to sheet components
      ‐ remove and replace damaged, missing and incorrect sheeting and cladding materials, components, fittings, fixings and flashings
      ‐ identify and match existing products
      ‐ identify the source of leaks and condensation
      ‐ deal with and prevent water leaks and condensation
      ‐ inspect, test, repair and replace rainwater goods
      ‐ identify and ensure the integrity of joints and overlaps
      ‐ treat surface coating defects
      ‐ apply sealants and fillers to ensure water and airtightness
      ‐ install and replace insulation, fire stops, breather membranes and vapour control layers
      ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roofs and walls including rainscreen systems
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 repairing sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
      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
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to repair sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Cladding Occupations (Construction)
      2. Building Maintenance Multi-trades Repair and Refurbishment Operations
    31. Strip and reclaim roof coverings
      COSVR280 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and removing and reclaiming roof coverings for future use, disposing of unsuitable materials and preparing surfaces for re-roofing.
      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 informationK1 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 practicesK4 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 resourcesK10 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 damageK14 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 specificationK16 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 timeK18 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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
      • 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 remove, reclaim, de-nail, re-hole, re-size, clean and sort
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. remove, reclaim and/or dispose of weathering materials and ancillary components to given working instructions, plus at least two of the following
      • natural slates
      • plain tiles
      • single-lap tiles
      • stone slates
      10. prepare surface and materials ready for re-roofing in accordance with 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 (asbestos materials), 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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ position temporary stop boards at eaves
      ‐ remove existing roof coverings
      ‐ clear roof of debris and nails in rafters and other roof timbers
      ‐ sort removed roof coverings and dispose of unwanted materials
      ‐ reclaim reusable tiles and natural slates, stone slates and weatherings
      ‐ assess the suitability of materials to be reclaimed
      ‐ determine sizes of imperial and metric slates
      ‐ stack/store reclaimed materials for reuse
      ‐ prepare materials for reuse, including de-nailing, re-holing and re-sizing
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • liaise with clients regarding procedures for carrying out the work and protecting property and the surrounding area
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with stripping and reclaiming roof coverings
      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
      • components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity associated with the method/procedure to strip and reclaim roof coverings
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      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. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme
    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
    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
    • he hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    8. Safe work practicesK4 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
    9. Selection of resourcesK10 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
    10. Meet the contract specificationK16 how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
    • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
    11. Allocated timeK18 what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
    12. 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 working practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
    13. Interpretation of informationK1 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
    14. Minimise the risk of damageK14 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
    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 specialised fixings for compatible materials
    • tools and equipment
    • access equipment
    4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
    5. prevent 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, set out, adjust, align, fit, position and secure
    8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools, levelling instruments and ancillary equipment
    9. install rainscreen wall cladding 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, falls, rescue procedures
    ‐ 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)
    15. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of rainscreen wall cladding systems
    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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
    17. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • how and when maintenance should be carried out
    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
    ‐ identify installation quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ ensure currency of calibration for levelling equipment
    ‐ assess suitability of background materials
    ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
    ‐ identify the types and characteristics of current rainscreen cladding materials, including metal, clay, ceramic and laminate
    ‐ form internal and external angles
    ‐ form opening reveals
    ‐ Install rainscreen wall cladding systems
    • position and install panel hangers, drips, cover strips, fixings and fittings
    ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces
    ‐ fit components around protrusions and penetrations
    ‐ position and secure flashings and vents
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing rainscreen wall cladding systems
    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 specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, panel hangers, drips, cover strips, halters and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, fire stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and rainscreen panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install rainscreen wall cladding systems
    22. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company and operative
    23. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials, components and fixings
    • tools and equipment
    24. demonstration of work skills to measure, cut, set out, align, fit, position, fix and secure
    25. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    26. install the following sheeting and cladding rainwater goods to given working instructions
    • gutters
    • pipes, downpipes and angles (swan necks, off sets)
    • brackets and supports
    • sumps
    • overflows
    • outlets
    27. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of rainwater goods
    28. 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 and storage of materials, by manual handling and mechanical lifting and with mechanical access 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
    ‐ identify installation quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ identify datum, line, level and plumb
    ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect materials and resources
    ‐ position, fix and secure brackets and supports
    ‐ install gutters, pipes including downpipes and angles (swan necks and offsets), sumps, outlets and overflows
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints and overlaps
    ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces
    ‐ install materials and components, stop-ends, grills, guards, filters, sealants, gaskets and covers
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
    30. Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    31. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ brackets, fixings and supports
    ‐ gutters, pipes, downpipes and angles
    ‐ sealant and gaskets
    ‐ stop-ends, grills, guards, filters and covers
    ‐ overflows, sumps and outlets
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
    32. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, adjust, align, level, plumb, fit, fix and finish
    33. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • install sheeting and cladding materials to roofs and walls, to include flashings, openings, vents, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
    • built-up
    • standing seam
    • secret fix
    • composite panel
    • fibre-cement
    34. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of sheeting and cladding systems
    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
    ‐ identify installation quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specifications
    ‐ conform to manufacturer's installation criteria
    ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
    ‐ position and secure fixings, halters, spacers, clips, fittings and sheets
    ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect sheeting, cladding materials and resources
    ‐ install built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ install decking and structural panels
    ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces, backgrounds, sheets and panels
    ‐ position and secure vents
    ‐ install insulation
    ‐ measure, cut, fit, shape and fix flashing materials
    ‐ install translucent sheets, condensation and vapour control materials
    ‐ form and shape components for openings, vents, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, overlaps and interface details
    ‐ apply sealants and install fillers to ensure water and airtight seals
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
    36. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, spacer systems and clips
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and transclucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
    37. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, fit, finish, position and secure
    38. prepare and install sheeting and cladding to complex roof or wall formations, incorporating weathering materials, related materials and components, ventilation and insulation, fittings, fixings and flashings for the following to given working instructions
    • curved areas
    • complex formations
    39. 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 quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ set out and transfer lines and levels in preparation for installation
    ‐ prepare and layout materials, components, fixings and fittings
    ‐ install fire stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ install sheeting and cladding to curved and complex formations
    ‐ position and secure flashings and vents
    ‐ install insulation and flashing material
    ‐ form and shape components for intricate, unconventional areas, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, overlaps and interface details
    ‐ apply sealants and install fillers to ensure water and airtightness
    ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roof and walls
    ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect sheeting and cladding materials and resources
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding systems
    40. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, fire-stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding to curved and complex roof and wall formations
    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 use of access equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and associated equipment
    • specific risks to health
    42. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, cut, level, plumb, adjust, fit, position, fix and secure
    43. prepare backing walls and install rainscreen wall cladding vertical and horizontal support systems to given working instructions
    44. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with preparing backing walls and installing support systems to receive rainscreen wall cladding systems
    45. 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 and with mechanical access equipment
    46. 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 quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ assess suitability of backing walls
    ‐ check currency of calibration for levelling equipment
    ‐ identify datum, establish, work to and transfer levels and plumb lines
    ‐ install proprietary vertical and horizontal support systems
    ‐ install bespoke vertical and horizontal support systems
    ‐ measure, mark out and cut supports to form internal and external angles
    ‐ form opening reveals
    ‐ adjust, fit, position, fix and secure brackets and fixing components for rainscreen wall cladding support systems
    ‐ install insulation, fire stops, breather membranes and vapour control layers
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine 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
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ 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 preparation of backing walls for rainscreen wall cladding support systems
    47. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, carriers, rails, brackets and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes, primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare backing walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding support systems
    48. demonstration of work skills to identify, check, measure, mark out, cut, prepare and position
    49. prepare resources for installation, to include sheeting and cladding materials, fixings, flashings, roof and wall components and ancillary equipment, to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
    • built-up
    • standing seam
    • secret fix
    • composite panel
    • fibre-cement
    • rainscreen cladding
    50. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding
    51. 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 quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ check resources for type, quantity and damage and report discrepancies
    ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect roof and wall sheeting and cladding materials and resources
    ‐ identify types and characteristics of cladding sheets, including single skin, sinusoidal (corrugated), trapezoidal (box) and fibre cement profiles, twin or double skin insulated systems, composite panel (sandwich panel) systems, decking, structural decking and rainscreen products
    ‐ identify parts of roof and wall cladding sheets including top and bottom flanges, crown, web, trough or pan
    ‐ identify types, characteristics and applications of cladding products and systems including built-up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panel, fibre cement, rainscreen cladding products
    ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding profiles for walls and roofs
    ‐ measure, mark out and cut sheeting and cladding
    ‐ adjust and position fixings, halters, spacers, clips and fittings
    ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
    ‐ prepare, align and position resources ready to install: built-up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panel, fibre cement and rainscreen cladding
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials on roofs and walls
    52. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings and fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare sheeting and cladding materials and resources for installation on roofs and walls
    53. demonstration of work skills to identify, check, measure, mark out, cut, remove, clean, replace, align, position, fix and seal
    54. prepare resources and backgrounds to refurbish, strip and re-sheet or over-clad sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
    • built up
    • standing seam
    • secret fix
    • composite panel
    • fibre cement
    • rainscreen cladding
    55. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries, falls, rescue procedures
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    ‐ the discovery of asbestos containing substances
    56. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the refurbishment of sheeting and cladding
    57. 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 quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ identify the criteria for removing and over-cladding materials containing hazardous substances, including licenced and non-licenced asbestos
    ‐ check currency of calibration for levelling equipment
    ‐ retain the integrity of background surfaces and backing walls
    ‐ prepare backgrounds and backing walls for replacement (new or recycled) sheeting and cladding systems
    ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
    ‐ prepare existing roof and wall coverings for over-cladding
    ‐ strip existing roof and wall coverings and rainscreen wall cladding support systems for re-sheeting
    ‐ apply cleaning agents and primers
    ‐ install insulation, sealing tapes, vapour checks and separation membranes
    ‐ assess the suitability of structures and existing roof coverings to receive replacement materials
    ‐ layout and align products, adjust fixings, halters, spacers, clips, fittings, sheets and cladding materials
    ‐ fit and fix replacement materials
    ‐ form and shape components for up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
    ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roofs and walls and rainscreen systems
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ handle, store and dispose of removed materials and components
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with refurbishment of sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls or rainscreen systems
    58. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, clips and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal, translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement system
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to refurbish sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or rainscreen systems
    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 of access equipment and working platforms
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    60. demonstration of work skills to remove, replace, renew and repair
    61. identify and repair the following defects in sheeting and cladding systems to given working instructions
    • leaks
    • condensation
    • damaged sheets and components
    • minor surface coating defects
    • damaged or missing flashings
    62. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the repair of sheeting and cladding systems
    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
    ‐ identify installation quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' repair and installation criteria
    ‐ identify defects including: leaks and condensation, damaged sheets and components, surface coating defects, damaged and missing flashings
    ‐ remove and recover defective materials
    ‐ carry out repairs to sheet components
    ‐ remove and replace damaged, missing and incorrect sheeting and cladding materials, components, fittings, fixings and flashings
    ‐ identify and match existing products
    ‐ identify the source of leaks and condensation
    ‐ deal with and prevent water leaks and condensation
    ‐ inspect, test, repair and replace rainwater goods
    ‐ identify and ensure the integrity of joints and overlaps
    ‐ treat surface coating defects
    ‐ apply sealants and fillers to ensure water and airtightness
    ‐ install and replace insulation, fire stops, breather membranes and vapour control layers
    ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roofs and walls including rainscreen systems
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 repairing sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
    64. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to repair sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
    65. interpretation of oral/written instructions, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    66. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
    67. demonstration of work skills to measure, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
    68. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    69. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
    • tapered
    • concave
    • convex
    • segmented
    70. 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
    71. 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)
    72. Information
    • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
    73. 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 and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    74. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    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 report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
    ‐ lay underlay if required
    ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
    ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
    ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
    ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
    ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
    ‐ 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
    ‐ stop work at the point when conjecture begins and report findings
    ‐ record work carried out (written, photographic or digital)
    ‐ recognise and/or report endangered/protected flora and fauna
    ‐ remove deteriorated and/or inappropriate materials
    ‐ maintain existing structure
    ‐ integrate existing and new constructional components or finishes
    ‐ store salvageable fabric, materials and structural components
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead or hard metal roofing or cladding
    76. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
    77. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
    78. interpretation of oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    79. 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
    80. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, cut, fit, position, weld, secure, dress, boss, point and finish
    81. prepare and install lead sheet weatherings to given working instructions for the following
    • chimneys
    • abutments
    • soil and/or vent pipes
    • junction saddles
    • valleys
    • hips
    • ridges
    • openings (roof lights/windows)
    82. fabricate back gutters, aprons and pipe slates by lead welding
    83. Information
    • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures and current regulations governing buildings
    84. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut, fit and place soakers
    ‐ cut, form and install step flashings
    ‐ install valley liners and saddles
    ‐ form and install aprons, back gutters and soil and/or vent pipe flashings
    ‐ weld and boss
    ‐ install rolls to hips/ridges
    ‐ install secret gutters
    ‐ point/seal flashings
    ‐ apply patination fluid
    ‐ recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ recorgnise specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with fabricating and installing weathering leadwork to roofs
    85. Programme
    • types of work schedules/diaries, progress charts, timetables and estimated times
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    86. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ sheet lead, patination fluids and pointing materials
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to fabricate and install weathering leadwork to roofs
    87. demonstration of work skills to measure, cut, mark out, fit, position and secure
    88. install the following roofing components to roofs with ridges, verges, hips, valleys, openings, penetrations and abutments to given working instructions to construct a warm and cold roof
    • counter-battens
    • ventilation systems
    • over and/or between rafter level insulation
    • ceiling level insulation
    • access hatch insulation
    89. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut and fit warm and cold roof materials and components to the required size and shape
    ‐ fix underlay and counter-battens to roof design
    ‐ install ventilation systems
    ‐ install over and/or between rafter level insulation
    ‐ install ceiling level insulation
    ‐ install access hatch insulation
    ‐ remove ineffective/damaged insulation from roof area
    ‐ check and maintain adequate ventilation
    ‐ check supporting timber at hips, valleys, ridges, abutments and openings
    ‐ recognise the principles of warm/cold roof construction
    ‐ recognise ceiling construction, including air tightness, air layers and vapour control layers
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing components for warm or cold roof construction
    90. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ underlays, counter-battens, quilt and rigid insulation and ventilation systems
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install components for warm and cold roof construction
    91. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark out, cut, fit, position, secure and finish
    92. install double-lap artificial slates and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    93. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ install undereaves, eaves and top course
    ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ set out and install double-lap artificial roof slates to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ form dry fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof slates
    94. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ double-lap artificial slates, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems and ventilation systems
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install double-lap artificial roof slates
    95. interpretation of oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    96. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
    97. install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap), to battens and/or boards, and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for at least two of the following roof details
    • eyebrow dormers
    • swept valleys
    • laced valleys
    • curved vertical
    • curved pitch (cones, apse ends)
    98. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ fix boards, wedges, fillets and split battens
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ fix tiles to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ set out and install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap) and components, including soakers to eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    99. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ plain tiles, peg tiles, boards, split battens, soakers, timber, wedges, fillets, fittings and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details
    100. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, cut, profile, position, secure and joint
    101. prepare substrate and install to given working instructions fully supported flat lead roofing or low pitched hard metal roofing plus, fully supported lead or hard metal roofing to the following
    • pitched roofs
    • vertical cladding
    102. install two of the following fully supported lead or hard metal weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces to given working instructions
    • soffits
    • cornices or parapets
    • gutters
    103. Information
    • oral/written instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
    104. 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 report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ clean/clear substrate
    ‐ lay underlay if required
    ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
    ‐ set out joints
    ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
    ‐ install fully supported flat lead roofing or low pitched hard metal roofing
    ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal pitched roofs and vertical cladding
    ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal weatherings to vertical, horizontal and inclined surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
    ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
    105. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, finishings and ancillary items
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
    106. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
    107. install natural roof slates to batterns and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • mitred hips
    • mitred valleys
    • vertical surfaces
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges and ridges
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ grade and hole slates
    ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ form mitred hips and mitred valleys, including measuring, cutting and fitting soakers
    ‐ set out and install natural roof slates to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
    109. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ natural slates, fixings, soakers, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install natural roof slates to mitred and vertical roof details
    110. Security procedure
    • site, workplace, company and operative
    111. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark out, grade, size, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
    112. install natural slates to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for at least two of the following roof details
    • eyebrow dormers
    • swept valleys
    • laced valleys
    • curved vertical
    • curved pitch (cones, apse ends)
    113. 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
    114. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ fix boards, wedges, fillets and split battens
    ‐ grade, size and hole slates
    ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ set out and install slates and components, including soakers to eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
    115. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ slates, boards, split battens, soakers, timber, wedges, fillets, fittings and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details
    116. install plain roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    117. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    118. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ set out and install tiles to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations and internal and external corners
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    120. Programme
    • types of work schedules/diaries progress charts, timetables and estimated times
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    121. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ plain tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install plain tile roof coverings
    122. demonstration of work skills to cut, fit, position, secure, dress, point and finish
    123. install pre-formed lead and/or proprietary flashings to single and double-lap roof coverings to given working instructions relating to the following
    • chimneys
    • abutments
    • soil and/or vent pipes
    • junction saddles
    • valleys
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut, fit and place lead and/or proprietary soakers
    ‐ cut and fit flashing materials to the required size and shape
    • install step flashings
    ‐ install valley liners and saddles
    ‐ install lead aprons, back gutters, soil and/or vent pipe flashings
    ‐ install flashings to openings (roof lights, windows)
    ‐ dress flashings
    ‐ point/seal flashings
    ‐ apply patination fluid
    ‐ install proprietary flashings and weatherings
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing weathering flashings to roofs
    125. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ pre-formed lead flashings, proprietary flashings, soakers, patination fluids, pointing materials
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity and length associated with the method/procedure to install pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs
    126. demonstration of work skills to measure, size, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
    127. install random sized (length and width) natural roof slates (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ grade, size and hole slates
    ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ maintain head laps for diminishing courses
    ‐ maintain side laps for random width slates
    ‐ recognise the relationship between head and side lap, roof pitch and geographical location
    ‐ set out and install random sized (length and width) natural roof slates (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) to battens and/or boards, fittings and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
    129. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ random sized natural slates, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, boards, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install random natural roof slates with diminishing margins
    130. install regular sized natural roof slates to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    131. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ grade and hole slates
    ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
    132. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ regular sized natural slates, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install regular sized natural slates to standard roof details
    133. 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 of access equipment/working platforms
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    134. install single and double-lap roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials, for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • mitred hips
    • mitred valleys
    • vertical surfaces (double-lap only)
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges and ridges
    135. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install single and double-lap tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ form mitred hips and mitred valleys, including measuring, cutting and fitting soakers
    ‐ set out and install double-lap tiles to vertical surfaces, including gable ends, openings and penetrations
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    136. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ tiles, fixings, soakers, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single and double lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details
    137. install single-lap fixed gauge roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    138. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments, and general areas
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    139. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ single-lap fixed gauge tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge
    140. install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    141. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install tiles, to a variable gauge, and components to eaves, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    • form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    142. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ single-lap tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge
    143. demonstration of work skills to measure, cut, mark out, position and fix
    144. set out battens to datum points and gauge
    145. install materials and components to eaves, verges, hips, ridges, valleys, abutments, openings, penetrations, general areas and vertical surfaces to given working instructions relating to the following
    • underlay
    • battens
    • counter battens
    • undercloaks
    • eaves ventilation systems
    • underlay support trays
    • fire-breaks
    146. Information
    • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures and current regulations governing buildings
    147. Maintenance 7 operative care of hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    148. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interface
    ‐ establish fixed points and determine the gauge to set out and fix batten positions
    ‐ cut underlay, battens and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ fix underlay, battens and counter-battens, verge clips and hip irons
    ‐ set out and determine overhang for wet and/or dry fix systems
    ‐ fix undercloak for bedded verges and/or dry fix systems
    ‐ install underlay to openings (roof lights, windows) and penetrations
    ‐ install underlay support trays and eaves ventilation systems
    ‐ form fire breaks
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing underlay, battens and roofing components
    149. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ underlay, battens, counter-battens, undercloak, verge clips, eave ventilation systems and hip irons
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install underlay, battens and roofing components
    150. install wood shingles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • verges
    • ridges
    • hips
    • valleys
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • vertical surfaces
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut and fit wooden shingles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install wood shingles to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments, vertical and general areas
    ‐ set out and install wood shingle to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
    ‐ install pre-formed ridge/hip units
    ‐ install vents
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof coverings
    152. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ wood shingles, pre-formed hip and ridge units, vents and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install wood shingle roof coverings
    153. 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 report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
    ‐ lay underlay if required
    ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
    ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
    ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
    ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
    ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead, hard metal roofing or cladding
    154. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark/set out, cast, cut, fold, stretch, reduce, press, boss, weld, solder, joint, fit, finish, position and secure
    155. produce two of the following lead and/or hard metal ornamental features to given working instructions
    • scrolls/bullnoses
    • finials/bosses
    • hoppers/planters
    • ornaments
    • shingle/preformed panels
    156. 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
    ‐ draw and produce patterns/templates
    ‐ produce lead and/or hard metal scrolls/bullnoses, finials/bosses, hoppers/planters, ornaments and shingle/preformed panels by cutting, folding, casting, bossing, pressing, welding, soldering, stretching and reducing as appropriate to the metal
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with producing lead or hard metal ornamental features
    157. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ lead, hard metal, casting sand, pressings, moulds, solder, flux, lettering, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce lead or hard metal ornamental features
    158. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark/set out, remove, cut, joint, fix or dress, position and secure
    159. repair and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing or cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces to given working instructions relating to the following
    • remove, repair or replace defective coverings/components
    • install and/or repair lead or hard metal
    160. 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 access arrangements
    ‐ inspect surfaces to determine condition and identify defects
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ remove, replace, cut, joint, fix or dress to repair defective coverings/components
    ‐ lay underlay if required
    ‐ install and/or repair fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints
    ‐ remove blockages to ensure free drainage
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with repairing and maintaining fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weathering
    161. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ lead, hard metal, fixings, finishings, ancillary items, underlay and substrate
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to repair and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
    162. selection of resources associated with own work
    • tools and equipment
    163. demonstration of work skills to remove, reclaim, de-nail, re-hole, re-size, clean and sort
    164. remove, reclaim and/or dispose of weathering materials and ancillary components to given working instructions, plus at least two of the following
    • natural slates
    • plain tiles
    • single-lap tiles
    • stone slates
    165. prepare surface and materials ready for re-roofing in accordance with given working instructions
    166. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work (asbestos materials), manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    167. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ position temporary stop boards at eaves
    ‐ remove existing roof coverings
    ‐ clear roof of debris and nails in rafters and other roof timbers
    ‐ sort removed roof coverings and dispose of unwanted materials
    ‐ reclaim reusable tiles and natural slates, stone slates and weatherings
    ‐ assess the suitability of materials to be reclaimed
    ‐ determine sizes of imperial and metric slates
    ‐ stack/store reclaimed materials for reuse
    ‐ prepare materials for reuse, including de-nailing, re-holing and re-sizing
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • liaise with clients regarding procedures for carrying out the work and protecting property and the surrounding area
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with stripping and reclaiming roof coverings
    168. Resources
    • components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity associated with the method/procedure to strip and reclaim roof coverings
  4. Scaffolders
    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
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    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
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    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
      Accessing Operations and Rigging (Construction)
    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
      Accessing Operations and Rigging (Construction)
    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
  5. Senior Officials in Construction
    responsibility
    1. Bid for contracts to supply products and services
      INSML048 This standard is about bidding for contracts to supply products and services following a formal tendering process. You identify tender opportunities, carry out targeted research amongst customers, and evaluate your organisation's capability and capacity to respond. You prepare tenders with financial quotations and present them to potential customers. You also evaluate potential trade-offs and respond to queries and objections. The standard includes negotiating contracts and asking for feedback to improve future bids.
      duty
      1. engage colleagues and stakeholders in obtaining contracts to supply products and services
      2. maintain systems to identify opportunities to bid to supply products and services
      3. carry out targeted research amongst existing and potential customers to identify opportunities to tender to supply products and services
      4. evaluate your organisation's capacity and capability to respond to opportunities to tender to supply products and services credibly and competitively
      5. collaborate on tenders with other organisations with complementary capabilities, where appropriate
      6. prepare tenders in line with customers' requirements, emphasising your organisation's capacity and capability and the unique features and potential benefits of your products and services
      7. prepare financial quotations that take account of your organisations' financial objectives, the customer's ability to pay and your estimates of competitors' quotations
      8. present your bids to potential customers, anticipating or pre-empting any queries and objections
      9. evaluate potential trade-offs which will be beneficial both to the customer and to your organisation
      10. respond to any queries or objections from potential customers
      11. check the potential customers understand and accept your responses to objections and queries
      12. negotiate contracts that meet both the new customer's and your organisation's requirements
      13. ensure formal agreements are drawn up and signed which meet legal requirements
      14. obtain feedback from customers identify how you can improve, in cases where you fail to obtain contracts
      15. review the tendering process with colleagues and use the lessons learned to improve future bids
      16. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to bidding for contracts
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to engage colleagues and stakeholders in obtaining contracts to supply products and services
      • the communication skills including active listening, asking different types of questions, clarifying points, and restating or rephrasing statements to check mutual understanding
      • how to conduct research to identify sales opportunities
      • how to prepare tenders which emphasise your organisation's capacity and capability and the unique features and benefits of your products and services
      • how to calculate the cost of supplying products and services and prepare competitive financial quotations
      • how to present tenders clearly and convincingly, anticipating customers' queries or objections, and how to do so
      • the importance of identifying trade-offs, whereby particular aspects of your offer might be enhanced whilst others of lesser importance might be reduced, and how to do so
      • the principles and methods of negotiation and how to reach agreements that are a 'win-win', to meet both the customer's and your organisation's requirements
      • what agreements to supply products and services should cover and how to draw these up
      • the importance of seeking feedback from customers to improve future tenders
      • the importance of reviewing the tendering process and identifying the lessons to be learned
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements, guidelines and codes of practice for procurement
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to bidding for contracts
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your organisation's financial objectives, stakeholders, tendering requirements, contractual requirements, products and services and their features and potential benefits to customers
      • your organisation's existing and potential customers, their needs and motivations
      • your organisation's capacity and capability to supply products and services
      • other organisations that your organisation can collaborate with on tenders, including existing collaborators and potential new ones
      skill
      1. Analysing
      2. Communicating
      3. Evaluating
      4. information management
      5. Innovating
      6. Involving colleagues
      7. Negotiating
      8. Networking
      9. Obtaining feedback
      10. Persuading
      11. planning
      12. Presenting information
      13. Prioritising
      14. reviewing
      15. Thinking strategically
      16. Thinking with a focus on customers
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    2. Build teams and allocate work to team members
      INSML024 This standard is about building teams and allocating work to team members, including set up for a particular project and ongoing teams. You specify the purpose of teams and their expertise, skills and attitudes required to achieve them. You ensure that the work required of your teams is allocated amongst team members, taking account of their skills, knowledge and competence, their workloads and opportunities for personal development. You encourage your teams to collaborate and build respect for the strengths and expertise that each employee brings. You encourage creative problem solving and feedback to enhance team and individual performance. You also celebrate individual and team successes and refocus energy when things go wrong.
      duty
      1. specify the purpose of teams and what they must achieve
      2. define the expertise, knowledge, skills and attitudes required to achieve team purpose
      3. identify team members' knowledge, skills and competences to determine their roles within the teams
      4. plan and develop any knowledge, skills and competences lacking in the teams
      5. develop and implement succession and knowledge and skills transfer plans, where required
      6. confirm the work required of teams with your manager and seek clarification on any outstanding points and issues
      7. plan how teams will undertake the work, identifying any priorities or critical activities and making effective use of the available resources
      8. allocate work to team members by taking account of their skills, knowledge, competence, backgrounds and experience
      9. analyse team members existing workloads, and opportunities for their development
      10. brief team members on the work they have been allocated and the standard of performance expected
      11. encourage team members to ask questions, make suggestions and seek clarification in relation to the work they have been allocated
      12. respond to any concerns team members may have about their work
      13. demonstrate behaviours that show and inspires team members to show, respect, helpfulness and cooperation
      14. agree the behaviours that will help achieve team purpose and those likely to hinder progress with team members
      15. support team members to understand their unique contribution to teams, the contributions of fellow team members, and how these complement each other
      16. provide opportunities for team members to get to know each other's strengths and weaknesses and build mutual respect and trust
      17. allow time for teams to develop through their stages of growth
      18. support the team to seize opportunities presented by team member changes and the introduction of new members
      19. encourage team members to share problems with each other and solve these creatively together
      20. encourage open communication between team members, including providing constructive feedback to enhance the performance of individual members and the whole team
      21. monitor the performance of teams to evaluate how well its purpose is being achieved
      22. celebrate team and individual successes together
      23. identify conflicts, acknowledge the feelings and views of all parties, and redirect energy towards a common goal
      24. dissolve teams once their purpose has been achieved and they are no longer required
      25. follow the industry legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to building teams and allocating work
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the importance of confirming and clarifying the work required of teams with your manager and how to do this
      • how to identify the scope of knowledge, skills and competence required to achieve the purpose of teams
      • the importance of selecting team members with the required knowledge, skills, competence and different personalities so they can play complementary roles within teams, and how to do so
      • the succession and knowledge and skills transfer planning
      • the importance of agreeing with team members the behaviours that are likely to help achievement of team purpose and those that are likely to hinder progress and should be avoided
      • how to help team members to understand their unique contribution to team purpose
      • the contributions expected of team members and how these compliment and support each other
      • the importance of providing opportunities for team members to get to know each other's strengths and weaknesses to build mutual respect and trust
      • the importance of encouraging open communication between team members, and how this supports collaboration
      • how to provide feedback to team members to enhance the performance of fellow team members and the team as a whole
      • the importance of allowing time for teams to develop through its stages of growth, and how to do so
      • the importance of celebrating team and individual successes together and commiserating together when things go wrong
      • the different ways of communicating with members of teams and refocusing the energy on achieving its purpose
      • how to plan the work of teams, including how to identify any priorities or critical activities and the available resources
      • why it is important to allocate work across teams and how to do so
      • why it is important to brief team members on the work they have been allocated and the standard or level of expected performance and how to do so
      • the ways of encouraging team members to ask questions, seek clarification and make suggestions in relation to the work which they have been allocated
      • the concerns team members may have about their work and how to address these concerns
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
      • the industry and sector requirements for the development or maintenance of knowledge, skills and competence.
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the purpose and objectives of your teams, the plans for undertaking the required work and the resources required
      • the required mix of expertise, knowledge and skills to achieve teams' purpose
      • the work required of your teams and your organisation's standards or levels of expected performance
      • the backgrounds and experience of team members, their knowledge, skills, competence and workloads
      • the opportunities for team members' development and your organisation's policy and procedures for personal and professional development
      • the reporting lines in your organisation and the limits of your authority
      skill
      1. Acting assertively
      2. Communicating
      3. Decision-making
      4. Empowering
      5. Evaluating
      6. Involving others
      7. Leadership
      8. Monitoring
      9. Obtaining feedback
      10. planning
      11. Presenting information
      12. Problem solving
      13. Providing feedback
      14. reviewing
      15. Setting objectives
      16. Team building
      17. Valuing and supporting others
      18. Delegating
      19. information management
      20. Leading by example
      21. Prioritising
      22. reporting
      23. time management
      24. Valuing and supporting members of staff
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      Management and Leadership
    3. Carry out and participate in quality audits
      INSML054 This standard is about carrying out and participating in quality audits. You manage a programme of quality audits to ensure people are complying with your organisation's quality system and procedures. You carry out quality audits as part of a formal quality management system. You also prepare for, and participate in, quality audits of your own area of responsibility and take action to improve business processes, quality standards or procedures.
      duty
      1. Manage and carry out quality audits
      • engage colleagues and stakeholders in auditing compliance with your organisation's quality systems
      • establish the scope and objectives of quality audits
      • evaluate the risks of organisational processes not complying with quality systems
      • plan programmes of quality audits which prioritises the areas and processes at greatest risk
      • develop, support and supervise people to carry out audit programmes
      • allocate audits to people, based on their expertise and development needs
      • ensure colleagues responsible for organisational processes understand their roles within quality audits, and the requirements of quality systems and procedures
      • monitor progress of quality audits against planned programmes
      • revise audit activities in the event of significant variances or changes in organisational strategy, risk assessment or resource availability
      • evaluate the results of quality audits and report non-compliance and associated risks to senior management according to the level of urgency
      • provide feedback to auditees to enhance their confidence and commitment to quality
      • use audit results to inform risk assessment and future quality audit programmes
      • carry out quality audits according to a plan and schedule agreed, giving auditees the required period of notice
      • carry out quality audits in ways which enhance auditees' confidence in the quality system and their commitment to maintaining quality standards
      • define the scope of audits, the responsibilities of the auditees, the quality procedures and previous audit history
      • clarify the purpose of audits and the roles, responsibilities and expectations of yourself and the auditees
      • carry out an investigation of the auditees' work in sufficient detail to reveal any non-conformances with required quality procedures
      • encourage auditees to co-operate fully to achieve the purpose of audits
      • share the results of audits with auditees
      • agree corrective actions to remedy any non-conformances and the date by which the actions should be carried out
      • check with auditees that corrective actions have been carried out by agreed dates
      • seek advice from your manager or quality specialists if you cannot agree actions with auditees
      • escalate any non-conformances which present serious or immediate risks to your manager or quality specialists
      • identify and analyse any problems with processes and procedures and report your findings and any recommendations
      • keep complete records of quality audits giving access to authorised people
      • follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing and carrying out quality audits
      2. Participate in quality audits
      • establish the quality standards and procedures that apply to your area of responsibility
      • monitor work to ensure it consistently meets quality standards and complies with organisational procedures
      • check that records and documentation are complete, up to date and accessible
      • check that any corrective actions agreed in previous audits have been completed and that recommendations have been acted upon, where appropriate
      • provide the auditor with access to information, records and documentation
      • discuss the results of the audit to agree corrective actions to remedy any non-conformances and the date by which the actions should be carried out
      • discuss any areas where business processes, quality standards or procedures could be improved, with the auditor
      • create and carry out any corrective actions by agreed dates
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to engage people within your organisation and other stakeholders in auditing compliance with your organisation's quality systems
      • the quality and risk management principles, methods, tools, techniques that can be used and current developments in best practice
      • how to prioritise areas and processes at greatest risk of non-compliance
      • how to develop a quality audit programme
      • the competences that quality auditors require
      • how to calculate the resources required to deliver a quality audit programme
      • how to monitor progress against plans and identify significant variances
      • how to provide feedback to auditees in ways which enhance their confidence and commitment to quality
      • how to carry out quality audits and the importance of doing so according to an agreed audit plan and schedule
      • the different ways of carrying out quality audits to enhance auditees' confidence in the quality system and their commitment to meeting and maintaining quality standards
      • the importance of giving auditees the required period of notice of your intention to audit
      • the importance of preparing carefully for the audits, and how to do so
      • how to carry out an investigation in sufficient detail to reveal any non-conformances
      • how to decide corrective actions to remedy each non-conformance, the date by which the actions should be carried out, and the importance of agreeing this with the auditees
      • how to identify and analyse inherent problems with processes and quality procedures and why it is important to report your finding and recommendations with an appropriate degree of urgency
      • the importance of checking with auditees that corrective actions have been carried out by agreed dates, and how to do so
      • how to keep complete records of quality audits and the importance of making your audit reports available to authorised people
      • how to identify the non-conformances that present serious or immediate risks to employees or to the organisation and the importance of promptly bringing this to the attention of your manager or quality specialists
      • how to monitor work to ensure it consistently meets quality standards and complies with procedures
      • the importance of ensuring that records and documentation are complete and up to date and how to make these readily accessible to auditors
      • how to identify areas where business processes, quality systems or procedures could be improved
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements for quality management and auditing
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing and carrying out quality audits
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your organisation's strategy, stakeholders, policies and procedures
      • the people in your organisation with responsibility for quality and the quality systems used
      • the culture and quality management systems in place in the organisation in which the audit is being carried out
      • the customers of the audit and their needs
      • the responsibilities of the auditees and the quality procedures that apply to their work
      • the sources of advice, guidance and support from your manager or quality specialists
      • the authorised personnel who should receive your audit reports
      • the quality standards and procedures that apply to your area of responsibility
      • the records and documentation required for your area of responsibility
      • the corrective actions and recommendations agreed in previous audits
      skill
      1. Assessing
      2. benchmarking
      3. Communicating
      4. Decision-making
      5. Delegating
      6. Evaluating
      7. information management
      8. Interviewing
      9. Involving employees
      10. Monitoring
      11. planning
      12. Presenting information
      13. Problem solving
      14. Providing feedback
      15. Questioning
      16. reporting
      17. reviewing
      18. risk management
      19. Thinking systematically
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      Management and Leadership
    4. Coach or mentor employees
      INSML030 This standard is about coaching or mentoring employees, either in your own team or from another work group, to develop and maintain their performance. This standard also covers helping employees address problems affecting their performance. You understand the difference between mentoring and coaching. You help employees improve their performance by coaching them to identify their strengths and how they can use these most effectively. You support employees to analyse their performance and identify, develop, test and refine new skills and alternative behaviours as a coach. As a mentor, you provide information and advice to employees and facilitate their access to the resources they need to develop and progress.
      duty
      1. help employees identify their needs and expectations for coaching or mentoring
      2. ensure that employees' coaching or mentoring needs and expectations are in accordance with your organisation's objectives
      3. define your own expectations of the coaching or mentoring process
      4. agree coaching or mentoring contracts covering the specific area(s) for performance development, the gaps between current and required performance, and employees' motivations
      5. outline the support that employees can expect from you, and the commitment you expect from them
      6. provide opportunities for employees to approach you, as a mentor or a coach, with problems affecting their performance
      7. identify performance issues and bring these to the attention of the employees concerned
      8. identify obstacles to performance and support employees to overcome them
      9. agree revisions to planned actions when required
      10. maintain confidential records of your discussions with employees about problems affecting their performance
      11. agree coaching or mentoring arrangements with employees including what you will provide, timescales, the location, frequency and duration of meetings
      12. agree points when progress will be reviewed and how this will be measured and assessed
      13. explore the skills employees need to develop and the behaviours for change to meet the desired standard of performance during coaching conversations
      14. explore obstacles which could hinder employees' progress and how to remove these obstacles
      15. plan with employees how they can develop new skills and behaviours in a logical step-by-step sequence
      16. provide opportunities for employees to develop new skills and experiment with alternative behaviours
      17. encourage employees to identify and seize opportunities to apply their newly developed skills and behaviours to their work
      18. explore with employees any risks involved in applying their newly developed skills and behaviours to their work
      19. plan how to reduce any risks to levels acceptable to employees and the organisation
      20. identify and facilitate employees' access to the resources, information and advice they require for their development
      21. provide advice to employees based on your own knowledge and experience during mentoring conversations
      22. encourage and empower employees to take responsibility for developing and maintaining their own self-awareness, performance and impact
      23. encourage employees to reflect on their progress and clarify their thoughts and feelings about it
      24. monitor employees' progress in a systematic way, keeping records as required by your organisation
      25. provide specific feedback designed to improve employees' skills, reinforce effective behaviours and enhance their motivation to achieve the desired standard of performance
      26. agree with employees when they have achieved the desired standard of performance, or when they no longer require coaching or mentoring
      27. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to coaching or mentoring employees
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the differences between coaching or mentoring and the features and benefits of each approach
      • the range of coaching or mentoring models, tools and techniques available, and how to select and apply these
      • the skills effective coaches and mentors require, and how to apply these skills
      • how to establish a formal and informal coaching contract with employees and what the contract should cover, including ethical considerations
      • the importance in giving employees opportunities to discuss problems affecting their performance
      • the importance of identifying performance issues and bringing these to the attention of the employees concerned
      • the importance of discussing performance with employees
      • the different communication approaches that can be used to raise and discuss individual performance with employees
      • the coaching or mentoring communication techniques used to help employees identify the skills they need to develop and the behaviours they need to change
      • the types of obstacles that could hinder employees' progress and how to remove them
      • how to help employees prepare a plan to develop their skills and adapt their behaviours
      • how to help employees try out new skills and behaviours in safe environments
      • the importance of helping employees identify and seize opportunities to apply their newly developed skills and behaviours in their work
      • how to help employees assess and manage risks associated with new skills and behaviours
      • the importance of monitoring employees' progress in developing new skills and behaviours and how to do this
      • how to give employees specific feedback designed to improve their skills, reinforce effective behaviours and enhance their motivation
      • how to establish a mentoring contract with employees and what the contract should cover
      • how to facilitate employees' access to the information, people and resources they require
      • the importance of employees reflecting on their progress and how to help them do this
      • the importance of recognising when employees have achieved their development objectives
      • how to empower employees to take responsibility for their own development
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to coaching or mentoring employees
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the employees in your area of work, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
      • your organisation's objectives and culture for embedding coaching or mentoring practices through leadership and management
      • the types of coaching or mentoring contracts that your organisation requires
      • the documents and records that are used to support coaching or mentoring and how these are stored
      • the sources of information, resources and advice in your organisation that can support employees and you as a coach and mentor
      skill
      1. coaching
      2. Communicating
      3. Demonstrating
      4. Empathising
      5. Empowering
      6. Evaluating
      7. Influencing
      8. information management
      9. Inspiring
      10. Leading by example
      11. Learning
      12. Monitoring
      13. Motivating
      14. Networking
      15. Obtaining feedback
      16. planning
      17. Presenting information
      18. Problem solving
      19. Providing feedback
      20. Questioning
      21. Reflecting
      22. reviewing
      23. Thinking systematically
      24. Valuing and supporting members of staff
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    5. Deliver products and services to customers
      INSML051 This standard is about delivering products and services to customers. You establish customer expectations and design processes to meet them. You measure customer satisfaction with the processes, products and services your organisation delivers. You ensure that colleagues are briefed on their roles and responsibilities, are trained and supported, and have access to processes and resources to provide customer-focused service. You also monitor colleagues against your organisation's values to nurture them to perform to the required standard, recognising their contributions and rewarding their successes.
      duty
      1. specify your organisation's customer-focused values
      2. engage colleagues and stakeholders in delivering products and services to customers
      3. establish customers' expectations in terms of products, services and the ways to deliver these
      4. design organisational processes to deliver products and services to customers' expectations
      5. manage organisational processes to deliver products and services to customers' expectations
      6. check that colleagues are briefed on processes and customers' expectations
      7. communicate colleagues' roles and responsibilities in meeting customer expectations, including any agreed standards of customer service
      8. empower colleagues to meet or beat customers' expectations
      9. provide training, support, supervision and other resources when required
      10. establish sustainable processes to support customers and resolve any problems
      11. monitor that the day-to-day behaviour of colleagues against your organisation's customer-focused values
      12. develop a culture which nurtures, respects, values, recognises and rewards employees who work in the 'front-line' directly with customers
      13. identify processes for monitoring levels of customer satisfaction with products, services and the ways these are delivered
      14. operate processes for monitoring levels of customer satisfaction
      15. evaluate the delivery of products and services to make recommendations for improvements
      16. demonstrate increasing levels of customer satisfaction with the organisation's products, services and processes
      17. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to delivering products and services to customers
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to engage colleagues and other stakeholders in delivering products and services to customers
      • the difference between customer service and customer satisfaction
      • the factors that make customers satisfied and continue to buy from you
      • the importance of achieving customer satisfaction in a competitive environment or an environment where high levels of service are expected
      • the best practice in customer service outside your own sector
      • the types of customer survey available and effective ways of collecting feedback
      • the techniques for motivating staff to deliver excellent service to customers
      • how information and communications technology can support customer service and help measure customer satisfaction
      • how to design and manage processes and systems focused on customers' needs
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the current and emerging trends that are likely to affect your products and services
      • the developments in technology and how these will affect your work with customers
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to delivering products and services to customers
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your organisation's vision, objectives, plans, values, stakeholders, products and services, and customers
      • the strengths and weaknesses of your products and services in terms of customer satisfaction
      • the customer satisfaction survey, feedback and measuring methods that are suitable for your organisation and why
      • the activities and services of your competitors or similar organisations and how this may affect your products, services and processes
      • the organisations that your customers compare your organisation against
      skill
      1. Communicating
      2. Empowering
      3. Evaluating
      4. Involving others
      5. Leadership
      6. Monitoring
      7. Motivating
      8. Obtaining feedback
      9. Persuading
      10. Presenting information
      11. Problem solving
      12. Providing feedback
      13. Questioning
      14. reviewing
      15. Thinking with a focus on customers
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    6. Develop a customer-focused organisation
      INSML050 This standard is about developing a customer-focused organisation. You define your organisation's values and beliefs, assessing how you provide customer service at key points. You produce plans to implement customer-focused approaches, agree them with stakeholders and communicate them to colleagues. You also develop employee skills, behaviours and attitudes that puts customers first. The standard includes collaborating with other organisations, undertaking joint activities with customers and making improvements based on analysis.
      duty
      1. define customer-focused organisational values and beliefs
      2. assess the level of customer service your organisation is currently providing
      3. produce plans to put customers at the heart of achieving your organisation's vision and strategic objectives
      4. communicate your plans to key stakeholders and decision-makers to secure their agreement to your approach
      5. review processes and systems throughout the organisation to ensure they are customer-focused
      6. communicate your plans for embedding customer-focused approaches to colleagues to gain their commitment
      7. develop employee skills, behaviours and attitudes to build a culture that puts customers first
      8. implement processes and systems that reinforce staff commitment to providing service that meets or beats customers' expectations
      9. establish collaborations with other organisations to maintain and improve services to customers, where appropriate
      10. undertake joint activities with customers to identify improvements to the level of customer service provided by your organisation
      11. model behaviour that shows, and inspires employees to show, respect, helpfulness and cooperation
      12. analyse the level of customer service your organisation is providing at specified intervals, in accordance with your plan
      13. make improvements to the level of customer service provided by your organisation based on analysis and feedback
      14. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to developing a customer-focused organisation
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the principles of effective customer service, the factors that make customers satisfied
      • how to measure the level of customer service being provided and why it is important
      • the benefits of forming collaborations with other organisations to maintain and improve customer service
      • the best practice in customer service outside your own sector
      • the techniques for developing employee skills, behaviours and attitudes, and how to motivate them to deliver excellent service to customers
      • how to design and manage processes and systems focused on customers' needs
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the current and emerging trends that are likely to affect your products and services
      • the developments in technology that support customer service
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to developing a customer-focused organisation
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your organisation's products and services, vision, objectives and associated plans
      • your organisation's customers and their needs
      • the strengths and weaknesses of your organisation in terms of satisfying customers
      • how a change in your market structure, products or services will affect your customers
      • the activities and services of your competitors or similar organisations, and how this may affect your abilities to be customer-focused
      skill
      1. Building consensus
      2. Communicating
      3. Empowering
      4. Evaluating
      5. Leadership
      6. Monitoring
      7. Motivating
      8. reviewing
      9. Thinking strategically
      10. Thinking with a focus on customers
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    7. Develop and implement marketing plans
      INSML046 This standard is about developing and implementing marketing plans for your area of responsibility. It covers understanding of your markets and customers by gathering and reviewing data, and consulting specialists when required. You evaluate current and potential markets and customers, and how your organisation delivers products and services compared to your competitors.
      duty
      1. engage colleagues and stakeholders in developing and implementing marketing plans
      2. identify and prioritise marketing objectives for your area of responsibility
      3. check that marketing objectives are consistent with your organisation's overall business plan, culture, vision and values
      4. consider the needs of other areas of your organisation when developing marketing objectives
      5. obtain advice and support from marketing specialists and those providing marketing services, as required
      6. engage colleagues within your organisation and stakeholders in developing understanding of your markets and customers
      7. review the available customer data and information
      8. review the available data and information about your markets
      9. carry out research to develop understanding of your organisation's markets and customers
      10. evaluate information on current and potential markets for your products and services to identify the characteristics that distinguish market segments
      11. evaluate current and potential customers to identify their behaviour, needs and expectations
      12. evaluate the extent to which current and potential customers' needs and expectations are being met by your organisation's or competitor's products and services
      13. evaluate current and potential developments in your sector, including competitors' activities
      14. evaluate opportunities to enter new markets
      15. assess the opportunities to introduce innovations that meet customers' needs
      16. establish why customers select specific products and services, either your organisation's or your competitors'
      17. identify any threats to, and weaknesses in, your organisation's products and services
      18. provide data and information about markets and customers to help managers take decisions
      19. develop marketing plans and budgets for the achievement of the strategies, setting out clear actions, risks, contingencies, responsibilities and milestones
      20. discuss marketing plans and budgets with senior management and stakeholders
      21. confirm the commitment of senior management and stakeholders to your marketing plans and providing the necessary employees and resources
      22. identify and access the employees and other resources required for your marketing plans
      23. communicate your marketing plans to ensure the understanding and commitment of colleagues and the support of stakeholders
      24. ensure that those involved in implementing marketing plans understand their individual responsibilities and are committed to achieving objectives
      25. provide training, support and supervision to enable colleagues to carry out their responsibilities
      26. implement marketing plans as agreed, whilst responding flexibly to responses from customers and changes in the markets, including competitor activity
      27. monitor the implementation and performance of your marketing plan against milestones and budgets
      28. take action to address any significant variances in performance against the plan
      29. report on the performance of your marketing plans to senior management and stakeholders
      30. seek authority to make any significant changes to marketing plans, where required
      31. evaluate the implementation of your marketing plans and use the information to improve future marketing planning
      32. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out to develop and implement marketing plans
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to engage employees within your organisation and stakeholders in developing and implementing marketing plans
      • how to identify, develop and prioritise marketing objectives for your area of responsibility that are consistent with your organisation's overall business plan
      • the importance of obtaining advice and support from marketing specialists and those providing services, as required
      • how to engage colleagues within your organisation and other stakeholders in developing understanding of your markets and customers
      • where you can get information about your customers and the market and the advantages and disadvantages of different sources
      • how you can get information on competitors or similar organisations
      • how to assess sources of information about your customers and the market to see how suitable they are to use
      • the sources of professional market research expertise
      • the methods of gaining customer feedback, and the costs and benefits associated with them
      • how to analyse, measure and assess data and turn it into information that is suitable for business purposes
      • how information software products can help you collect and analyse information
      • the principle that customers buy products and services for the benefits they give them
      • the principle of trying to secure competitive advantage so that more customers will prefer the products and services of your organisation
      • how to identify and target markets by developing appropriate strategies for realising marketing objectives
      • how to develop marketing plans and budgets for the achievement of the strategies, setting out clear actions, accountabilities and milestones and the importance of agreeing these
      • how to identify and access the resources and capabilities required for your plans
      • the importance of communicating plans to employees and ensure understanding and commitment, and how to do so effectively
      • the importance of ensuring the commitment of senior management and other stakeholders to your marketing plans, and how to do so effectively
      • how to identify and provide employees with the training, support and supervision they need to carry out their marketing responsibilities
      • how to monitor and report on the implementation and performance of plans against milestones and budgets
      • the importance of taking action to address any significant variances in performance against the plan, and how to do so effectively
      • the importance of identifying ways in which future marketing planning can be improved
      • how to produce and implement measures and methods for evaluating the development and implementation of marketing plans
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements for developing and implementing marketing plans
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out to develop and implement marketing plans
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your organisations' overall business plan relevant to your area of responsibility
      • the sources of advice and support from marketing specialists and marketing service providers
      • your organisation's products and services, their features and potential benefits
      • your organisation's actual and potential customer base
      • the competitors for your products and services
      • the available organisational resources and capabilities to support your plans
      skill
      1. Analysing
      2. Communicating
      3. Consulting
      4. Decision-making
      5. Forecasting
      6. Involving others
      7. planning
      8. Presenting information
      9. Prioritising
      10. Setting objectives
      11. Thinking creatively
      12. Thinking strategically
      13. Delegating
      14. Evaluating
      15. Monitoring
      16. Motivating
      17. Obtaining feedback
      18. Problem solving
      19. Providing feedback
      20. Questioning
      21. reporting
      22. Thinking with a focus on customers
      23. time management
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      Management and Leadership
    8. Develop and maintain your professional connections
      INSML003 This standard is about developing and maintaining your professional connections. You define objectives for networking activities, identify relevant professionals, stakeholders and organisations that can support your current and future work. You develop mutually beneficial relationships with your contacts, respecting confidentiality when sharing your own knowledge, skills and competence to support your colleagues and team members. You use the relevant digital technologies for engagement and communication with your professional connections and also follow organisational policies and procedures for sharing information and resources.
      duty
      1. define your objectives for collaboration with relevant professionals and stakeholders
      2. identify contacts and organisations that support your current work and provide future opportunities
      3. create professional networks of contacts which meet your current needs for information and resources
      4. compare your own and your colleagues' expectations of professional relationships
      5. identify preferred ways of communication with your networks of contacts
      6. develop your professional connections to meet your current and future needs for information and resources
      7. outline your knowledge, skills and competence with your professional connections
      8. provide information about the benefits of collaboration with you
      9. assess opportunities presented by your networks of contacts
      10. maintain boundaries of confidentiality between yourself and your networks of contacts
      11. agree guidelines for exchanging information and resources following your organisational policies
      12. encourage your colleagues and team members to share information and knowledge in accordance with confidentiality
      13. develop your professional connections in conjunction with your priorities and needs
      14. select communication media channels and styles to suit different contacts and professional sectors
      15. deliver your position and views where there are differing opinions
      16. use the range of digital technologies for engagement, communication and maintaining your professional connections
      17. use the information and resources gained through your professional networks to enhance your work
      18. comply with legal requirements, industry regulations, organisational policies and professional codes of practice
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the types of professional connections and their features
      • the benefits of connecting with stakeholders and organisations
      • the principles and methods of communication and how to apply them to engaging with professional connections
      • the different communication styles and how to identify individual preferences
      • the methods for developing mutually beneficial relationships with other professionals, stakeholders and organisations
      • how to respond to differences of opinion and deliver your position and views
      • the range of digital technologies for engagement, communication and maintaining your professional connections
      • when and how to use of the information and resources gained through professional networks
      • the principles of confidentiality and the legal and organisational policies
      • how to develop approaches for exchanging information between individuals and organisations
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements for the development and maintenance of knowledge, skills and competence
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your own values, motivations and emotions, and the effect of these on your own actions
      • your own interests and how these may conflict with the interests of other professionals, stakeholders and organisations
      • your own objectives in developing your professional connections
      • your current and future needs for information and resources
      • the relevant professionals, stakeholders and organisations that can support your work, and vice versa
      • the information and resources that relevant professionals and stakeholders may need from you and your organisation
      • the relevant professionals, stakeholders and organisations in your current professional connections
      skill
      1. Communicating
      2. Influencing
      3. information management
      4. Learning
      5. Managing of self
      6. Networking
      7. Personal resilience
      8. Persuading
      9. Presenting information
      10. Questioning
      11. risk management
      12. Thinking strategically
      13. Valuing individuals
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    9. Develop and sustain collaborative relationships with departments and other organisations
      INSML032 This standard is about developing and sustaining collaborative relationships with other departments within your organisation and other organisations. You evaluate opportunities to collaborate, considering your organisation's objectives. You identify the benefits of collaboration and agree actions that will be completed. You also set up communication and reporting systems. The standard includes informing collaborators if you are unable to fulfil your organisation's commitments, solving difficult situations when working together and providing feedback to support performance.
      duty
      1. evaluate opportunities to work collaboratively with other departments to improve overall organisational efficiency and effectiveness
      2. identify departments and organisations that share common or complementary objectives to determine the feasibility of collaboration
      3. judge when to collaborate with other organisations, based on an evaluation of potential benefits, the compatibility of the organisations and your ability to mitigate any risks involved
      4. create a climate of trust and mutual respect where you have no authority, or shared authority, over those you are working with
      5. agree the aims and objectives of collaboration with other departments and organisations and the benefits for each collaborator
      6. outline the resources each department and organisation will commit to collaborations
      7. plan the actions each department and organisation will complete and when
      8. define the expected outcomes and levels of service when collaborating
      9. identify the risks involved in collaborations and how these will be managed
      10. set up arrangements for communicating and reporting on progress
      11. plan how and when you will review the effectiveness of your collaborations
      12. complete actions within the agreed time and to the agreed quality
      13. inform the other departments and organisations if you are unable to complete actions and the reasons for this
      14. explore difficult situations and issues from other departmental and organisational perspectives and provide support to move things forward
      15. provide reports, and receive reports from, the other departments and organisations according to arrangements agreed
      16. provide feedback to the other departments and organisations to help them to perform effectively and reinforce their commitment and enthusiasm for collaboration
      17. process information supplied by the other departments and organisations in accordance with arrangements and relevant legislation
      18. review the effectiveness of your collaboration at agreed times and the extent to which the aims and objectives have been achieved
      19. evaluate the actions carried out by each department and organisation, any deviations from the actions agreed and reasons for these
      20. identify any failures or mistakes, the reasons for these and ways of avoiding these failures or mistakes in the future
      21. assess the collaboration costs and identify ways that costs may be reduced in the future
      22. compare the benefits to each department and organisation, the value of these benefits and how mutual benefits may be increased in the future
      23. agree the extent that expectations of each department and organisation have been met
      24. recommend changes to make your collaboration more effective in the future
      25. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to collaborative working
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the importance of identifying and evaluating potential departments and organisations to collaborate with
      • the importance of basing your decision to collaborate on your evaluation of potential benefits, the compatibility of the departments, organisations and your ability to mitigate any risks involved, and how to do so
      • how to identify the potential costs (money, time and resources) of working together
      • how to identify and agree the benefits and costs of working together
      • how to identify the aims, values and working practices of other organisations and assess how compatible these are with your own organisation
      • how to develop service level agreements with other departments and what they should cover
      • how to assess and manage the risks involved in collaborative working
      • how to develop communication protocols with other departments and organisations
      • the importance of meeting your commitments and keeping employees informed if you are unable to do so
      • how to provide support to help collaborators meet their commitments
      • the importance of identifying and agreeing the actions each collaborator will take including when, and how to do so
      • the ways to plan how and when you will review collaborations and their effectiveness, and how to do so
      • the importance of reporting and receiving reports from collaborating organisations according to arrangements agreed, and how to do so
      • how to provide feedback to collaborating organisations in ways that help them to perform effectively and reinforce their commitment and enthusiasm for collaboration
      • how to process information supplied by collaborating departments and organisations in accordance with agreements and data protection legislation
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements and legislation for collaboration with other organisations to achieve common or complementary objectives
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to collaborative working
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your organisation's structure, vision and strategic objectives, values and working practices
      • the nature of the relationship between departments, other organisations and your area of responsibility
      • the opportunities for collaboration with departments and other organisations
      • the range of digital technologies, platforms and tools for collaboration
      • the individual departments and other organisations that you need to collaborate, and their roles, responsibilities, competence and potential
      skill
      1. Assessing
      2. Communicating
      3. Empathising
      4. Evaluating
      5. information management
      6. Involving employees
      7. Leading by example
      8. Managing conflict
      9. Negotiating
      10. Networking
      11. Obtaining feedback
      12. Presenting information
      13. Prioritising
      14. Problem solving
      15. Providing feedback
      16. reporting
      17. reviewing
      18. risk management
      19. Balancing competing needs and interests
      20. Decision-making
      21. planning
      22. Setting objectives
      23. Thinking strategically
      24. Valuing and supporting members of staff
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    10. Develop and sustain working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
      INSML031 This standard is about developing and sustaining working relationships with colleagues within your own organisation, employees from other organisations that your organisation works with and other external stakeholders. You use relevant tools and technologies for managing different teams, including office-based, dispersed, remote or hybrid. You establish working relationships and respect the roles and responsibilities of colleagues and stakeholders, actively seeking to understand their perspectives. You identify and resolve conflicts, monitor working relationships and identify aspects that can be improved. You also create a climate of trust providing support to help move difficult situations forward. The standard includes consulting stakeholders, fulfilling agreements with them and resolving conflicts of interest. You monitor wider developments and gather feedback to evaluate the performance of working relationships.
      duty
      1. establish working relationships with relevant colleagues within your organisation
      2. use relevant tools and technologies for managing different teams, including office-based, dispersed, remote or hybrid
      3. recognise and respect the roles, responsibilities, interests and concerns of colleagues
      4. create a climate of trust and mutual respect where you have no authority, or shared authority over your colleagues
      5. explore difficult situations and issues from colleagues' perspectives and provide support to move things forward
      6. provide colleagues with appropriate information to enable them to perform effectively
      7. consult colleagues about key decisions and activities, taking account of their views
      8. fulfil the agreements made with colleagues
      9. advise colleagues of difficulties, or where it will be impossible to fulfil agreements
      10. identify and resolve conflicts of interest and disagreements with colleagues in ways that minimise damage to work activities and to the individuals involved
      11. monitor and review the effectiveness of working relationships with colleagues to identify areas for improvement
      12. provide feedback to improve your colleagues performance
      13. analyse the feedback you have received to improve your own performance
      14. identify external stakeholders and the nature of their interest in the activities and performance of your organisation
      15. establish working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
      16. recognise and respect the roles, responsibilities, interests and concerns of stakeholders and, particularly in situations of matrix management, their managers requirements
      17. evaluate difficult situations and issues from stakeholders' perspectives
      18. provide support, where necessary, to move difficult situations forward
      19. provide stakeholders with appropriate information to enable them to perform effectively
      20. consult stakeholders about key decisions and activities and take account of their views, including their priorities, expectations and attitudes to potential risks
      21. fulfil agreements made with internal and external stakeholders
      22. advise stakeholders promptly of any difficulties or where it is not possible to fulfil the agreements made
      23. identify and resolve conflicts of interest and disagreements with stakeholders in ways that minimise damage to work activities and to the stakeholders involved
      24. monitor and review the effectiveness of working relationships with stakeholders to identify areas for improvement
      25. gather feedback to improve your own and stakeholders' performance
      26. monitor wider developments to identify issues of potential interest or concern to stakeholders in the future
      27. identify new stakeholders to build working relationships with
      28. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to developing and sustaining productive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the importance to recognising and respecting the roles, responsibilities, interests and concerns of colleagues and stakeholders
      • the relevant tools and technologies for managing different teams, including office-based, dispersed, remote or hybrid
      • the importance of creating a climate of trust and mutual respect where you have no authority, or shared authority, over those you are working with
      • the importance of understanding difficult situations and issues from colleagues' perspectives and providing support, where necessary, to move things forward
      • how to identify and meet the information needs of colleagues and stakeholders
      • the information it is appropriate to provide to colleagues and stakeholders and the factors that need to be taken into consideration
      • how to consult with colleagues and stakeholders in relation to key decisions and activities
      • the importance of taking account, and being seen to take account, of the views of colleagues and stakeholders, particularly in relation to their priorities, expectations and attitudes to potential risks
      • why communication with colleagues and stakeholders on fulfilment of agreements or any problems affecting or preventing fulfilment is important
      • how to identify conflicts of interest with colleagues and stakeholders and the techniques that can be used to manage or remove them
      • how to identify disagreements with colleagues and stakeholders and the techniques for resolving them
      • the damage that conflicts of interest and disagreements with colleagues and stakeholders can cause to individuals and organisations
      • how to monitor and review the effectiveness of working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
      • how to get and make effective use of feedback from colleagues and stakeholders
      • how to provide colleagues and stakeholders with feedback designed to improve their performance
      • the different types of stakeholder and key principles which underpin the 'stakeholder' concept
      • how to identify your organisation's stakeholders, including background information, the nature of their interest in your organisation and their expectations
      • how to recognise and take account of political issues when dealing with stakeholders
      • the importance of monitoring wider developments in relation to stakeholders to manage their expectations
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the standards of behaviour and performance in your industry and sector
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to developing and sustaining productive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the existing agreements with colleagues and stakeholders and their identified information needs
      • the mechanisms for consulting and communicating with colleagues and stakeholders on key decisions and activities
      • the power, influence and politics within your organisation and culture
      • the standards of behaviour and performance that are expected in your organisation
      • the mechanisms in place for monitoring and reviewing the effectiveness of working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
      • the key stakeholders, their background and interests in the activities and performance of your organisation
      skill
      1. Communicating
      2. Empathising
      3. information management
      4. Leading by example
      5. Managing conflict
      6. Networking
      7. Obtaining feedback
      8. Prioritising
      9. Providing feedback
      10. Stress management
      11. Balancing competing needs and interests
      12. Consulting
      13. Involving colleagues
      14. Leadership
      15. Monitoring
      16. Presenting information
      17. Problem solving
      18. reviewing
      19. Valuing and supporting members of staff
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    11. Develop knowledge and communicate information
      INSML042 This standard is about developing knowledge and communicating information to a wide range of employees. You make information available to those who require it. You implement agreed standards and processes, and provide training, support and guidance to employees. You identify risks, and work practices that hinder knowledge development, implementing changes to improve organisational information sharing. You also communicate information to those who require it, considering their personal communication preferences, and use different techniques to maintain their interest and ensure that they retain the knowledge shared. The standard also includes monitoring communication and the use of knowledge management standards, systems, tools and processes to make improvements.
      duty
      1. engage employees in your area of responsibility in developing their knowledge
      2. identify where key knowledge is created, developed and shared in your area of responsibility
      3. specify how information is made available to other departments or organisations
      4. identify and access networks, communities and other sources of knowledge relevant to your area of responsibility
      5. implement agreed standards and processes that support knowledge creation, development, sharing and capture to ensure that valuable knowledge is recorded
      6. provide systems and tools to support the development, recording and sharing of knowledge
      7. provide training, support and guidance to allow employees to use knowledge management systems and tools effectively
      8. identify where work practices and behaviours hinder effective knowledge development and sharing
      9. implement changes to improve knowledge development and sharing, when required
      10. encourage employees to share knowledge and use knowledge management standards, systems, tools and processes
      11. evaluate knowledge management risks and take action to manage them
      12. protect intellectual property from unauthorised use
      13. identify the information and knowledge employees require
      14. communicate information and knowledge to those who require it, in accordance with policies
      15. identify how employees prefer to receive information and knowledge and what media, languages, styles, timing and pace are most appropriate
      16. check that the information and knowledge you are communicating are current, accurate and complete in line with your organisation's requirements
      17. take action to minimise any interference or disruption to your communication
      18. communicate in ways that help employees to understand the information and knowledge you are communicating and their relevance
      19. use a variety of techniques to gain and maintain employees' attention and interest and help them retain information and knowledge
      20. adjust and fine-tune your communication in response to both verbal and non-verbal feedback
      21. state the level of confidence that can be placed in the information and knowledge you are communicating
      22. explain jargon, technical terms or abbreviations
      23. confirm that employees have received and understood the information and knowledge you have communicated
      24. monitor communication and the use of knowledge management standards, systems, tools and processes in your area of responsibility to ensure that knowledge is effectively captured and made available to those who may benefit from it
      25. implement improvements to knowledge management standards, systems, tools and processes
      26. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to developing knowledge and communicating information
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the importance of knowledge management principles, the techniques used and good practice
      • the support and guidance employees may need to use knowledge management systems and tools
      • how to identify the work practices or behaviours that help or hinder effective knowledge management
      • how to encourage employees to share knowledge and use knowledge management standards, systems, tools and processes
      • how to ensure that knowledge developed through individual and group work activities is effectively captured and made available to those who may benefit from it
      • how to evaluate risks and manage significant risks involved in knowledge management
      • the importance of protecting intellectual property from unauthorised use, and how to do so
      • how to identify employees' needs for information and knowledge and their motivations for acquiring it
      • the importance of communicating information and knowledge only to those who have a right to it
      • how to establish employees' preferred communication media, languages, styles, timing and pace
      • the importance of checking the currency, accuracy and completeness of the information and knowledge you are communicating, and how to do so
      • how to take action to minimise any interference or disruption to your communication
      • the importance of structuring your communication in ways that facilitate employees' reception and understanding, and how to do so
      • the techniques that gain and maintain employees' attention and interest, help them retain information and knowledge, and how to use a variety of techniques
      • the importance of using verbal and non-verbal feedback to help you fine-tune your communication, and how to do so
      • the importance of communicating the information and knowledge, i.e. whether it is based on researched evidence, accepted facts or it is personal opinion
      • the importance of explaining jargon, technical terms or abbreviations
      • the importance of confirming that employees have received and understood the information and knowledge you have communicated, and how to do so
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements for knowledge management and communicating information
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to developing knowledge and communicating information
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • how knowledge is created, developed, shared and used in your area of responsibility
      • how knowledge is exchanged with other departments or organisations
      • the networks, communities and other sources of knowledge relevant to your area of responsibility
      • your organisation's standards and processes to support knowledge management and the systems and tools available
      • the needs, motivations and preferences of the employees you are communicating with, and who has a right to the information and knowledge
      • the jargon, technical terms and abbreviations commonly used in the context in which you are working
      skill
      1. Analysing
      2. Assessing
      3. Communicating
      4. Decision-making
      5. Evaluating
      6. information management
      7. Involving others
      8. Monitoring
      9. Obtaining feedback
      10. planning
      11. Presenting information
      12. Providing feedback
      13. Questioning
      14. reviewing
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    12. Develop operational plans and manage risks
      INSML010 This standard is about developing operational plans and managing risks within your organisation. You develop operational plans that are consistent with organisational values and strategy through collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders. You identify the resources required to deliver operational plans and communicate them to secure commitment. You specify risk management activities including defining risk criteria for your organisation. You also evaluate current and planning organisational activities to identify risks to produce a risk profile. The standard includes providing support to colleagues to integrate risk management into strategic and operational activities and evaluating how identified risks have been dealt with.
      duty
      1. develop operational plans in collaboration with colleagues from your area of responsibility and other key stakeholders
      2. develop operational plans that are consistent with organisational values and strategy and the specific objectives of your area of responsibility
      3. identify synergies with other areas within the organisation when developing operational plans
      4. compare innovative approaches and tried-and-tested solutions when developing plans
      5. identify resource requirements and their availability both now and in the future
      6. define indicators and methods for monitoring and evaluating the plans
      7. communicate operational plans to secure colleague commitment and the support of other key stakeholders
      8. review operational plans, in the light of changes to organisational strategy and the operating environment
      9. specify risk management activities that take account of the size and nature of your organisation
      10. develop your organisation's written risk management policy, including a statement of risk appetite and responsibilities for risk management
      11. confirm that your organisation's risk management policy has management support and is clearly communicated across the organisation and to other stakeholders
      12. define, and periodically review, risk criteria for your organisation, considering the views of relevant people across the organisation and stakeholders
      13. evaluate current and planned organisational activities to identify potential risks, the nature of the risks, the probability of occurrence and consequences
      14. produce a risk profile for your organisation and, taking account of your organisation's risk criteria and other relevant information
      15. prioritise identified risks following your organisation's procedures
      16. communicate risk information to colleagues and stakeholders to enable decisions and actions to be taken in terms of accepting or treating the risks
      17. allocate resources to enable effective risk management
      18. provide support for colleagues to integrate risk management into strategic and operational plans and activities
      19. collect information about how identified risks have been or are being dealt with, including contingency plans which have been put in place
      20. develop an organisational culture in which people are risk aware but are prepared to take acceptable risks and to make and learn from mistakes
      21. seek specialist support on risk management issues, where necessary
      22. maintain the risk management process in your organisation, identifying potential improvements and making changes where necessary
      23. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role in developing operational plans and managing risks
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to engage employees and stakeholders in operational planning
      • the principles and methods of short to medium-term planning and how to develop and assign objectives which are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time–bound (SMART)
      • how to analyse and manage risks by contingency planning
      • how to identify resource requirements and evaluate their availability and sustainability
      • the relevant national and international standards in risk management
      • the different types of risks and the factors which drive different types of risks
      • the key stages in the risk management process, including developing a written risk management policy and what it should cover, risk management tools, techniques and indicators
      • how to communicate the written risk management policy to colleagues and other relevant stakeholders
      • what risk criteria might cover, including the importance of seeking and taking account of the views of colleagues and stakeholders
      • the ways of identifying and clearly describing potential risks in relation to current and planned activities, the nature of the risks, the probability of occurrence and consequences
      • the types of decisions and actions that might be taken in relation to identified risks
      • why it is important and how to collect and evaluate information on how identified risks have been or are being dealt with, including contingency plans
      • the ways of developing an organisational culture in which colleagues are risk aware but are prepared to take acceptable risks in undertaking activities
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
      • the current and potential competitors and collaborators in the sector, and their strategies and plans
      • the typical risks encountered in the sectors in which your organisation operates
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your organisation's operating environment, actual and potential customer base, opportunities and current and planned organisational activities
      • the overall vision and values of your organisation and the objectives you are responsible for achieving
      • the processes for engaging with employees within your organisation to determine their needs and expectations
      • your organisation's culture in relation to risks criteria
      • the key stakeholders with an interest in risk management in your organisation
      • the written risk management policy and the risks criteria
      • the current risk profile of your organisation, prioritised risks and the decisions and actions
      • the identified potential risks, including any contingency plans in place
      • the resources available across the organisation to support risk management
      • the sources of specialist support on risk management
      • the systems in place for monitoring and reviewing the effectiveness of the risk management processes in your organisation
      behaviour
      1. Assessing
      2. Building consensus
      3. Communicating
      4. Consulting
      5. contingency planning
      6. Decision-making
      7. Delegating
      8. Evaluating
      9. Influencing
      10. information management
      11. Innovating
      12. Involving others
      13. Monitoring
      14. Persuading
      15. planning
      16. Presenting information
      17. Prioritising
      18. Reflecting
      19. reviewing
      20. risk management
      21. Setting objectives
      22. Scenario building
      23. Thinking systematically
      24. Thinking critically
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    13. Develop your knowledge, skills and competence to meet the requirements of your work
      INSML002 This standard is about developing your own knowledge, skills and competence to meet the current and future requirements of your work. You monitor trends in your professional sector and area of expertise to support your personal and career development. You identify gaps in your knowledge, skills and competence; then plan and undertake learning and development activities to improve your performance. You regularly seek feedback and action it accordingly.
      duty
      1. monitor trends and developments in your professional sector and area of expertise
      2. evaluate the impact of trends and developments on your work role
      3. assess the current and future requirements of your work role in accordance with the vision and objectives of your organisation
      4. identify gaps between the current and future requirements of your work role and your current knowledge, skills and competence.
      5. assess your own values, motivations and emotions
      6. identify your own strengths and limitations
      7. identify your learning and development needs
      8. agree a development plan which addresses identified gaps in your knowledge, skills and competence
      9. agree a development plan which supports your own career and personal goals
      10. undertake the activities agreed in your development plan using preferred learning methods
      11. seek new sources of support, when necessary
      12. access available learning and development resources to support development activities
      13. evaluate how learning and development activities have contributed to your performance
      14. request objective, specific and valid feedback on your performance from colleagues, team members and customers
      15. collate and analyse the feedback and take appropriate actions, where required
      16. update your development plan in the light of your performance, development activities undertaken and any wider changes
      17. reflect on your learning and work experiences in your continuing professional development (CPD) records
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to evaluate the current requirements of a work role and how these requirements may evolve in the future
      • how to monitor changes, trends and developments in your professional sector
      • how to identify learning and development needs
      • how to address any identified gaps between the requirements of your work role and your current knowledge, understanding and skills
      • the key components of a personal development plan
      • the importance of taking account of your career and personal goals when planning your professional development
      • the different learning methods available and how to identify the methods of learning
      • the types of development activities that can be undertaken to address identified gaps in your knowledge, skills and competence
      • how to evaluate the extent to which development activities have contributed to your performance
      • how to update development plans in the light of your performance, any development activities and any wider changes
      • how to identify sources of feedback on your performance
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements for development or maintenance of your knowledge, skills and competence
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your responsibilities for developing knowledge, skills and competence
      • the development opportunities and learning resources in your organisation
      • your continuing professional development (CPD) records and why these need to be kept up-to-date
      • your organisation's policies and procedures for personal development
      skill
      1. Communicating
      2. Evaluating
      3. Learning
      4. Managing self
      5. Motivation of self
      6. Obtaining feedback
      7. Personal resilience
      8. Personal and professional development
      9. planning
      10. Reflecting
      11. reviewing
      12. Role modelling
      13. Self-assessment
      14. Setting objectives
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    14. Develop your organisation’s values and culture
      INSML009 This standard is about developing your organisation's values and culture. You develop your organisation's values and culture, agreeing these with colleagues, team members and stakeholders. You formulate cultural policies, programmes and systems and communicate the values across your organisation. You role-model your organisation's values in the way that you behave, encouraging colleagues to demonstrate the values in their work behaviours too. The standard also includes challenging behaviours and messages that conflict with the agreed values and reviewing the values to understand how they work in practice.
      duty
      1. engage colleagues, team members and other stakeholders in developing your organisation's values and culture in line with the organisation's vision and strategy
      2. agree values consistent with your organisation's overall vision and strategy and the needs and interests of stakeholders
      3. identify the behaviours expected of colleagues and team members aligned with its culture and values
      4. communicate the agreed values to colleagues and team members across your organisation
      5. encourage colleagues and team members to act in ways consistent both with organisational values and with their culture of origin
      6. formulate policies, programmes and systems to support the agreed values
      7. support colleagues and team members to demonstrate the values in their work
      8. demonstrate awareness of your own values, motivations and emotions
      9. identify colleagues' and team members' needs, feelings and motivations and take an active interest in their opinions
      10. role-model organisational behaviours and values to inspires colleagues and team members to show respect, helpfulness and cooperation
      11. monitor the way values are applied at work
      12. challenge behaviour and counter messages that conflict with the agreed values
      13. review your organisation's culture and redefine or reinforce values
      14. follow, and ensure others follow, legal requirements, industry regulations, organisational policies and professional codes
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to engage colleagues and team members in your organisation and other key stakeholders in developing your organisation's values and culture
      • the concept of culture as applied to organisations
      • the importance of values in underpinning individual and organisational performance
      • the internal and external factors that influence organisational culture, including national cultures
      • the different types of organisational culture, their features and benefits
      • the relationship between organisational culture, strategy and performance
      • the principles and methods of managing culture change within organisations
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
      • the types of organisational culture in your sector and their strengths and limitations
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the cultures of your workforce and the implications of these for organisational culture
      • your organisation's vision, strategies and current organisational culture
      • the organisational values, assumptions and behaviours that are consistent and inconsistent with your vision and strategy
      • the methods for communicating values, and supporting the way they are applied in your organisation
      • the ways of dealing with messages and behaviour that conflict with agreed values and assumptions
      skill
      1. Building consensus
      2. Communicating
      3. Empathising
      4. Influencing
      5. Leading by example
      6. Managing conflict
      7. Monitoring
      8. Motivating
      9. Persuading
      10. reviewing
      11. Role-modelling
      12. Thinking strategically
      13. Valuing and supporting others
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      Management and Leadership
    15. Develop your organisation’s vision, strategies and business plans
      INSML007 This standard is about developing your organisation's vision, strategies and business plans. You develop your organisation's vision and strategies by engaging with of a variety of stakeholders. You challenge opinions to generate innovative ideas and formulate a vision that aligns with organisational strategies. You communicate the vision and inspire commitment, developing strategic business plans with prioritised objectives. You also develop policies and procedures that support the implementation of business plans and methods for monitoring and evaluating success.
      duty
      1. develop your organisation's vision and strategies by engaging with the governing bodies, colleagues, strategic partners, shareholders, suppliers, customers and your community
      2. challenge opinions to encourage, generate and recognise innovative solutions
      3. formulate a vision based on an evaluation of the operating environment, the values of your organisation and the expectations of key stakeholders
      4. check that the vision aligns with your organisation's longer-term strategic goals
      5. communicate the vision to inspire stakeholders to commit to achieving it
      6. develop strategic business plans by engaging colleagues and key stakeholders
      7. establish and prioritise strategic objectives that are consistent with your organisation's vision and values
      8. identify programmes of activity capable of achieving the strategic objectives
      9. create a business plan to implement your organisation's strategic objectives
      10. evaluate potential risks and develop realistic plans to manage risks
      11. identify resource requirements and evaluate their availability both now and in the future
      12. develop policies that will guide the work of colleagues towards the achievement of the organisation's vision
      13. identify reliable measures and methods for monitoring and evaluating the plan
      14. communicate the strategic business plan to win the support and commitment of key stakeholders
      15. present ideas and arguments convincingly to engage people and create a common sense of purpose
      16. identify stakeholders' needs and interests and manage these effectively
      17. provide strategic direction and clear parameters that empower stakeholders to apply their energies and expertise creatively to achieve the vision
      18. monitor organisational performance against strategic business plans
      19. evaluate organisational performance against strategic business plans
      20. seek opportunities to improve your own performance
      21. balance risks against the benefits that may arise from taking risks
      22. review and redefine the vision, strategies and business plan to reflect changes in the operating environment
      23. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role when developing your organisation's vision, strategies and business plans
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to engage colleagues and stakeholders in developing an organisation's vision, strategies and business plans
      • how to formulate an appropriate and effective vision for an organisation
      • the principles and methods of communication, and how to apply them
      • the level of strategic direction colleagues and team members require, and how to provide this direction in ways that promote energy and creativity
      • the importance of long and medium-term planning to the success of an organisation
      • the principles of strategic management and business planning, including what strategic business plans should cover
      • the importance of creativity and innovation in strategic management
      • how to identify and manage potential risks in relation to the achievement of objectives
      • how to develop strategic objectives which are SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-bound)
      • how to delegate responsibility and allocate resources to support a strategic plan
      • how to identify sustainable resources and ensure their effective use to support a strategic plan
      • how to develop measures and methods for monitoring and evaluating performance against the strategic business plan
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
      • the trends and developments in your sector locally, nationally and internationally
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the key colleagues and team members at your organisation, their roles, responsibilities, expectations, needs, competences and potential
      • your organisation's operating environment, stakeholders and their interests and expectations
      • your organisation's values, purpose and longer-term goals
      • your organisation's actual and potential customer base and their needs and expectations
      • your actual and potential competitors and collaborators, and their strategies and plans
      • the opportunities in your organisation's operating environment at local, national and international levels and your organisation's ability to respond
      • the processes for engaging with employees and their representatives within your organisation
      • the organisational sources of information that can aid monitoring and evaluation
      skill
      1. Analysing
      2. Building consensus
      3. Communicating
      4. Consulting
      5. Decision-making
      6. Delegating
      7. Evaluating
      8. Influencing
      9. Innovating
      10. Involving others
      11. Leadership
      12. Monitoring
      13. Obtaining feedback
      14. Persuading
      15. planning
      16. Presenting information
      17. Prioritising
      18. reviewing
      19. risk management
      20. Setting objectives
      21. Thinking creatively
      22. Thinking strategically
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    16. Develop, maintain and evaluate business continuity plans and arrangements
      INSML011 This standard is about developing, maintaining and evaluating business continuity plans and arrangements to ensure that organisations continue to exercise core functions in the event of a business disruption or emergency. You develop business continuity plans in collaboration with colleagues, team members and stakeholders and confirm the scope and objectives. You evaluate your organisation's structures and processes and assess alternative strategies to mitigate the effective of business disruption. You also produce a framework for business continuity management, ensuring that resources are proportionate to the potential impact. The standard includes presenting your plans and encouraging colleagues and team members to take ownership, providing training if required.
      duty
      1. develop business continuity plans and arrangements by collaborating with colleagues, team members and stakeholders
      2. confirm the required aim, scope and objectives of business continuity plans and arrangements
      3. identify key products or services and the critical activities and resources that support them
      4. evaluate the resilience of the structures and processes of the organisation and external organisations
      5. identify and assess alternative strategies to mitigate the effects of business disruption or emergencies
      6. develop business continuity plans and arrangements that can mitigate the effects of business disruption or emergencies
      7. produce a framework for business continuity management, co-ordination and control
      8. develop procedures for determining when the business continuity plan must be invoked
      9. define roles and responsibilities of colleagues and team members involved in business continuity management, co-ordination and control
      10. outline prioritisation of organisational processes or services
      11. develop procedures for activating response arrangements
      12. agree provision of resources to support business continuity plans
      13. provide resilient information and communications systems
      14. check that the resources committed to business continuity management are proportionate to the potential impact of business disruption or emergencies
      15. present business continuity plans and arrangements to colleagues, team members and stakeholders to promote understanding
      16. establish the ownership of business continuity plans and arrangements within different business units
      17. communicate business continuity plans and arrangements to colleagues, team members and other stakeholders
      18. arrange training for colleagues and team members
      19. provide exercises to validate and practice business continuity plans and arrangements
      20. review business continuity plans systematically in response to organisational changes, changes to the potential impact of disruption or emergencies and lessons identified from incidents and exercises
      knowledge
      how to engage colleagues, team members and stakeholders in developing business continuity plans and arrangements the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out how to confirm the aim, scope and objectives of business continuity plans and arrangements the importance of involving stakeholders in the business continuity planning process and recognising their requirements and expectations the potential impact of disruption or emergencies on the organisation how to analyse the impact of disruptions or emergencies on the business the local arrangements for managing emergencies how to develop a framework including the procedures for determining when the business continuity plan must be invoked, the roles and responsibilities of key people in the organisation, prioritisation of organisational processes or services the procedures for activating response arrangements, provision of resources (e.g. people, premises, technology, equipment) how to provide resilient information and communications systems how to identify aspects of business continuity planning which can be addressed by training how to plan for provision of resources in the event of a business disruption or emergency the information needs following a business disruption or emergency how to identify critical and non-critical functions of the organisation the organisation's structure, governance and business processes the organisation's priorities for processes or service delivery the methods of raising awareness of business continuity plans and arrangements the importance of obtaining ownership of plans and arrangements at the appropriate level the importance of developing a business continuity management culture within an organisation how and why business continuity plans must be systematically reviewed
      skill
      1. Analysing
      2. Communicating
      3. Consulting
      4. Evaluating
      5. Influencing
      6. Leadership
      7. Negotiating
      8. Networking
      9. planning
      10. Presenting information
      11. Prioritising
      12. Problem solving
      13. reporting
      14. Thinking strategically
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    17. Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements
      INSML013 This standard is about ensuring compliance with your organisation's legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements. You monitor your organisation's compliance with specified requirements and the impact, developing policies and procedures to support the process. You also emphasise the importance of putting policies into practice and provide support for colleagues. You identify risks, hazards and ethical concerns, taking action to rectify any breaches in compliance and avoid them being repeated. The standard also includes providing information to support compliance and reporting to stakeholders.
      duty
      1. monitor national and international legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements and the effect they have on your organisation
      2. evaluate what will happen if you do not meet national and international legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements
      3. develop policies and procedures to make sure your organisation meets all requirements
      4. check that colleagues understand organisational policies and procedures and the importance of putting them into practice
      5. monitor the way policies and procedures are put into practice and provide support
      6. support colleagues or team members to report any concerns about not meeting the requirements
      7. identify potential risks and hazards
      8. identify and raise ethical concerns with colleagues and decision-makers
      9. identify and correct failures to meet the requirements
      10. identify reasons for not meeting requirements
      11. encourage others to share information and knowledge within the constraints of confidentiality
      12. adjust policies and procedures to reduce the likelihood of failures in the future
      13. implement difficult or unpopular decisions when necessary to ensure compliance
      14. provide full reports about any failures to meet the requirements to key stakeholders
      15. provide information and knowledge to support compliance with legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the importance of having an ethical and value-based approach to governance and how to put this into practice
      • the legal requirements governing the running of organisations
      • the current and emerging social attitudes to management and leadership practice and the importance of being sensitive to these
      • the ways in which other organisations deal with current and emerging social concerns and expectations
      • how to identify potential risks and hazards related to legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements
      • the ways that ethical concerns can be identified and raised
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out (national and international)
      • the current and emerging social concerns and expectations within your sector
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the organisation's culture and values and the effect these have on corporate governance
      • the organisational policies and procedures that support colleagues to meet the requirements specified
      • the support available to enable colleagues to report concerns about not meeting requirements
      • the processes for maintaining policies and procedures and the colleagues involved
      • the importance of making sure that policies and procedures continue to be effective
      • the different ways that colleagues or team members may not meet the requirements and the risks of these happening
      • the organisational procedures for dealing with colleagues who do not meet the requirements, and how these are reported
      skill
      1. Analysing
      2. Assessing
      3. Communicating
      4. Decision-making
      5. information management
      6. Involving others
      7. Leadership
      8. Monitoring
      9. Motivating
      10. Presenting information
      11. Providing feedback
      12. reporting
      13. risk management
      14. Valuing and supporting members of staff
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    18. Evaluate your organisation’s operating environment
      INSML006 This standard is about evaluating your organisation's operating environment. You engage with colleagues, team members and stakeholders to support the evaluation. You also monitor political, economic, social, technological, legal and environmental trends and developments in addition to the needs of customers to evaluate the impact on your organisation. You benchmark performance against comparable organisations and consider the ability of your organisation to respond to opportunities and threats. In addition, you develop and maintain systems to manage knowledge and expertise in accordance with organisational policies, legal requirements and codes of practice.
      duty
      1. engage your colleagues and team members to support evaluation of your organisation's operating environment
      2. engage stakeholders to support evaluation of your organisation's operating environment
      3. monitor political, economic, social, technological, legal and environmental trends and developments and evaluate their impact on your organisation
      4. monitor needs, behaviours and expectations of existing and potential customers and evaluate their impact on your organisation
      5. monitor the activities of existing and potential competitors and collaborators and evaluate their impact on your organisation
      6. monitor and evaluate the impact of trends and developments within your organisation
      7. benchmark your organisation's performance and practices with comparable organisations nationally and internationally, where appropriate
      8. compare the strengths and weaknesses of your organisation to respond to opportunities and threats in existing and future work
      9. assess the implications or consequences of future scenarios
      10. specify the assumptions made and risks involved to understand future scenarios
      11. organise information and knowledge in a way that supports the strategic planning and decision-making
      12. structure information to facilitate organisational knowledge management
      13. develop systems to gather information and knowledge within agreed timescales and ethics
      14. maintain systems to manage information and knowledge
      15. identify the internal and external political factors that impact on your organisation's operating environment
      16. identify systemic issues and mitigate their impact on organisational performance
      17. assess future scenarios based on the analysis of trends and developments
      18. explore and assess the range of future scenarios within the environment in which your organisation operates
      19. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role when evaluating your organisation's operating environment
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to engage colleagues and other stakeholders in evaluating your organisation's operating environment
      • the sources of information on customers and competitors and how to use them
      • how to measure and review your organisational performance
      • how to analyse organisational culture and the impact this has on performance
      • how to carry out benchmarking to identify good practice in relation to an organisation's performance and practices
      • how to undertake a strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) analysis
      • how to undertake an analysis of the political, economic, social, technological, legal and environmental (PESTLE) factors in the external environment
      • how to analyse stakeholder interests
      • how to build future scenarios and assess their implications
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the sources of information on trends and developments in your sector, including those at a global level and how to access these
      • the current and emerging trends and developments in your sector internationally, nationally and locally
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your organisation's structure and culture
      • your organisation's performance and the factors that influence this
      • the factors in the international, national and local market in which your organisation operates
      • your organisation's existing and potential customer base on the market
      • the needs and expectations of your existing and potential customers and other stakeholders
      • your organisation's actual and potential competitors, including their activities and relative performance levels
      • your organisation's actual and potential partners, including their activities and relative performance levels
      skill
      1. Analysing
      2. benchmarking
      3. Communicating
      4. Consulting
      5. Customer focused
      6. Decision-making
      7. Evaluating
      8. information management
      9. Monitoring
      10. Networking
      11. planning
      12. Presenting information
      13. reporting
      14. reviewing
      15. Managing risks
      16. Scenario building
      17. Thinking critically
      18. Thinking strategically
      19. Thinking systematically
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    19. Follow your organisation’s disciplinary and grievance procedures
      INSML023 This standard is about following your organisation's disciplinary and grievance procedures in response to misconduct or unsatisfactory performance of team members and their complaints. You inform your team about the standards of performance, conduct what is expected of them, and your organisation's disciplinary and grievance procedures. You ask colleagues, human resources and legal specialists for support when required. You investigate misconduct and unsatisfactory performance to establish the facts, resolving cases informally when they are minor. You respond to grievances by investigating them further and resolving them. The standard includes using your organisation's formal procedures to resolve serious grievances and disciplinary cases. You also maintain records in accordance with your organisation's and legal requirements.
      duty
      1. inform employees about the standards of conduct and performance expected of them
      2. identify your organisation's procedures for dealing with misconduct or unsatisfactory performance
      3. seek support from colleagues, human resources or legal specialists on implementing disciplinary and grievance procedures when required
      4. investigate and establish the facts relating to team members misconduct or unsatisfactory performance
      5. resolve cases of minor misconduct or unsatisfactory performance informally
      6. follow your organisation's formal disciplinary procedure in serious cases of misconduct or unsatisfactory performance
      7. share your organisation's procedure for raising grievances with your team
      8. identify potential grievances and take preventative measures to resolve issues where possible
      9. recognise the role of employee representatives such as trade unions and ensure that they are included in the process
      10. use an informal approach to resolve employee concerns, problems and complaints where possible
      11. follow your organisation's formal grievance procedures if an employee raises a grievance in writing
      12. maintain records related to disciplinary and the grievance processes and store these confidentially in line with organisational procedures
      13. evaluate your organisation's disciplinary and grievance procedures to identify improvements
      14. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the importance of informing employees about the standards of conduct and performance expected, and the current procedure for raising grievances
      • how to carry out investigations to establish facts relating to any misconduct or unsatisfactory performance, and grievances
      • the informal approaches to dealing with cases of minor misconduct or unsatisfactory performance, and concerns, problems or complaints raised with you, and when this type of approach is likely to resolve the situation effectively
      • the differences between misconduct, gross misconduct and unsatisfactory performance, and how each should be handled
      • the importance of following your organisation's formal disciplinary and grievance procedures in serious cases of misconduct or unsatisfactory performance, and grievances
      • the importance of recognising the role of employee representatives such as trade unions and ensuring they are included in the process
      • how to conduct a formal meeting with an employee to discuss their grievance, misconduct or unsatisfactory performance
      • how to gather feedback about disciplinary and grievance procedures to evaluate them and make recommendations for improvements
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
      • the industry and sector requirements for supporting employees to improve their performance
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your organisation's standards of conduct and performance expected of employees and the procedures for dealing with misconduct or unsatisfactory performance
      • your organisation's procedure for dealing with grievances
      • your knowledge, skills and competence and the sources of advice, guidance and support available from colleagues, human resources or legal specialists
      • your organisation's requirements for keeping records throughout disciplinary and grievance processes and how store these in line with legislation and procedure
      skill
      1. Acting assertively
      2. Assessing
      3. Communicating
      4. Decision-making
      5. Empathising
      6. information management
      7. Interviewing
      8. Monitoring
      9. Presenting information
      10. Providing feedback
      11. Questioning
      12. reporting
      13. reviewing
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    20. Identify and evaluate opportunities for innovation and improvement
      INSML015 This standard is about identifying and evaluating opportunities for innovation and improvement. You collaborate with colleagues and team members to identify opportunities to develop new and existing products or services, markets or processes. The standard covers monitoring trends and developments, including benchmarking your organisation against other comparable organisations. You understand how the organisational culture impacts on innovation. You evaluate potential innovations and improvements against agreed criteria, presenting findings to stakeholders. You also take action to defend intellectual property rights when required.
      duty
      1. identify opportunities for innovation and improvement through collaboration with colleagues and team members
      2. identify potential new ideas in collaboration with external experts and other organisations
      3. monitor trends and developments in your organisation's operating environment
      4. monitor the performance of your organisation's products, services and processes
      5. benchmark your organisation's products and services with comparable organisations
      6. develop potential new products, services, markets, or processes
      7. manage improvements to existing products, services and processes
      8. encourage, generate and recognise imaginative and innovative solutions from colleagues and team members
      9. agree clear criteria for evaluating potential innovations and improvements with key stakeholders
      10. gather sufficient, valid information to allow potential innovations and improvements to be evaluated
      11. gather, store and retrieve information within the budget and timescales agreed
      12. evaluate potential innovations and improvements against agreed criteria
      13. present your evaluation findings to key stakeholders to help them appreciate the potential value of innovations and improvements
      14. communicate your evaluation to colleagues and team members to reinforce their commitment to seek opportunities for innovation and improvement
      15. defend the intellectual property rights of innovations by acting, where required
      16. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role when identifying and evaluating opportunities for innovation and improvement
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to engage employees and stakeholders in identifying and evaluating opportunities for innovation and improvement
      • how organisational culture impacts on innovation
      • the principles of monitoring and the methods, tools and techniques that can be used
      • the principles of benchmarking, and the methods, tools and techniques that support this
      • the range of change management methodologies, tools and techniques available
      • how to develop and gain consensus on criteria for evaluating potential innovations and improvements
      • how to gather and validate information to evaluate potential innovations and improvements against criteria
      • innovation principles, methods, tools and techniques and how to protect the intellectual property rights
      • how to evaluate potential innovations and improvements and present finding to stakeholders
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the current and emerging trends and developments in your sector
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the colleagues and team members within your area of work, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
      • the political, economic, social, technological, legal and environmental factors that affect your organisation
      • the external experts and other organisations with which you may collaborate to generate and develop ideas
      • your organisation's operating environment, business processes, markets, products and services
      • your organisation's stakeholders, their interests and expectations
      • the change management approaches used in your organisation
      skill
      1. Analysing
      2. Assessing
      3. benchmarking
      4. Building consensus
      5. Communicating
      6. Consulting
      7. Empowering
      8. Evaluating
      9. Forecasting
      10. information management
      11. Innovating
      12. Involving others
      13. Monitoring
      14. Networking
      15. Presenting information
      16. Scenario building
      17. Thinking creatively
      18. Valuing and supporting members of staff
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    21. Identify and justify requirements for financial resources
      INSML035 This standard is about identifying and justifying the financial resources required for achieving organisational objectives. You identify financial resource requirements, justifying them in accordance with the objectives set. You estimate costs of activities and overheads for the method you have selected. You prepare a business case including methods, timescale, costs, risks and evaluation arrangements and seek approval from decision-makers. The standard also includes providing alternative options when required and seek feedback on your presentation of the business case to improve future proposals.
      duty
      1. confirm the organisational objectives to be achieved
      2. identify and justify requirements for financial resources by engaging with stakeholders
      3. identify methods of achieving objectives
      4. evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of methods to select the optimal method
      5. estimate the costs of the activities and overheads required to achieve objectives by the optimal method
      6. prepare the business case for your requirements for financial resources, specifying objectives and the benefits of achieving these objectives
      7. outline the proposed method, timescales for activities and costs involved in your business case
      8. perform cost benefit analysis
      9. specify the assumptions made, the risks and how these will be managed in your business case
      10. outline evaluation arrangements
      11. provide any alternative options considered but rejected as sub-optimal to stakeholders
      12. prepare alternative options for achieving objectives, in case your budget requirements are not approved
      13. present your business case to budget decision-makers, providing any further information or rationale required
      14. defend your business case, engaging the support of stakeholders and decision-makers
      15. seek approval for alternative options when your original business case for budget requirements is not accepted
      16. obtain feedback on your presentation of the business case from decision-makers to help improve future proposals
      17. communicate the decision on your budget requirements to stakeholders, explaining the reasons for any changes or alternative options adopted
      18. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role when identifying and justify requirements for financial resources
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to engage stakeholders in identifying and justifying requirements for financial resources
      • the financial resource planning principles and methods available and how to apply them
      • how to identify and select optimal methods for achieving objectives
      • how to calculate fixed and variable costs of activities
      • the importance of cost-benefit analysis techniques and how to use them
      • the different decision-making techniques available and how to select and apply them
      • what a business case should cover and how to develop convincing arguments for what you are proposing
      • how to present and argue a business case
      • the importance of identifying assumptions made
      • how to identify and manage risks
      • the different negotiation techniques that can be used and how to apply them
      • the importance of developing alternative solutions as fallback positions
      • the importance of obtaining feedback on your presentation of the business case and how to use this feedback to improve future proposals
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role when identifying and justify requirements for financial resources
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your organisation's stakeholders and their interests and strategic objectives
      • the objectives you are responsible for achieving
      • the roles and employees with budgetary responsibility in your organisation
      skill
      1. Acting assertively
      2. Analysing
      3. Communicating
      4. Decision-making
      5. Evaluating
      6. Involving colleagues
      7. Negotiating
      8. Obtaining feedback
      9. Persuading
      10. Presenting information
      11. Problem solving
      12. Providing feedback
      13. Reflecting
      14. reporting
      15. risk management
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    22. Implement and evaluate change
      INSML017 This standard is about implementing and evaluating change. You change processes, systems, structures, roles or cultures by engaging with employees and other stakeholders. You delegate responsibilities, supporting and training your team. You monitor change progress against plans, maintain business continuity and assess the impact of the changes. You understand the increased need to be agile to manage risks or a crisis. You also identify the benefits or disadvantages resulting from the change. The standard includes evaluating change implementation, learning the lessons from the change process itself and communicating finding to stakeholders.
      duty
      1. engage employees and other stakeholders in implementing changes
      2. initiate your organisation's plans for change in line with agreed timescales and available resources
      3. delegate responsibilities to colleagues in line with your plans
      4. provide support and encouragement to colleagues implementing changes
      5. arrange training and support for colleagues impacted by changes
      6. implement your organisation's agreed contingency plans when required
      7. take contingency actions in the event of risks or situations of crisis
      8. identify, evaluate and resolve any problems or obstacles that arise
      9. maintain the continuity of business activities during periods of change
      10. monitor progress against your plans and take action in response to any significant variances
      11. communicate progress and provide opportunities for people to give feedback
      12. provide recognition for colleagues and teams who achieve results
      13. check that change management meets the requirements of your organisation
      14. engage employees and other stakeholders in evaluating changes
      15. evaluate the change process against the success criteria agreed with stakeholders
      16. establish the reasons for any failure to meet the success criteria in full
      17. assess the impact on those involved in the changes
      18. identify any unanticipated benefits or disadvantages arising from the change and the reasons for these
      19. review the change process, including any deviations from original plans
      20. identify the lessons to be learned for future changes
      21. calculate the net value of the change and determine whether it meets the expectations of stakeholders
      22. communicate the findings of your evaluation to stakeholders with recommendations for any further changes required
      23. the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and implementing and evaluating changes
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to engage employees and stakeholders in implementing change
      • the main models and methods for managing change effectively, and their strengths and weaknesses
      • the theories of teams, including team-building techniques and how to apply them
      • the types of support and training the colleagues may need to implement and respond to changes
      • how to assess the risks and benefits associated with strategies and plans
      • how to make critical decisions during change implementation
      • the obstacles to change, and the techniques that remove them
      • the different stakeholder expectations and how they influence the process
      • the principles and methods of effective communication and how to apply them
      • how to analyse change processes to identify the causes of success or failure and unanticipated benefits or disadvantages
      • the range of digital technologies required for implementation of change
      • the tools and techniques for evaluation and management of impact of change
      • how to identify lessons to be learned and applied to future change processes
      • how to calculate net value of changes
      • how to formulate and present recommendations
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • your organisation's current position in its sector and operating environment, compared with its main competitors, relevant to change programmes
      • the range of information sources that are relevant to the sector in which your organisation operates
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the individuals within your area of work, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
      • your organisation's culture, the vision for the future, the reasons for change, the risks and expected benefits
      • your organisation's change plans that have been agreed, how to access them, and the business-critical activities and interdependencies that you are responsible for
      • the factors that need to be changed, and the associated priorities and reasons
      • the importance of being agile in the events of risks or crisis
      • your organisation's communication channels, both formal and informal
      • the change management frameworks and methods used in your organisation
      • your organisation's stakeholders, their interests and expectations
      skill
      1. Analysing
      2. Assessing risks
      3. Being agile in managing risks or crisis
      4. Communicating
      5. contingency planning
      6. Decision-making
      7. Delegating
      8. Evaluating
      9. Influencing
      10. information management
      11. Involving others
      12. Managing conflict
      13. Monitoring
      14. Motivating
      15. Negotiating
      16. Obtaining feedback
      17. Persuading
      18. planning
      19. Presenting information
      20. Problem solving
      21. Reflecting
      22. reviewing
      23. risk management
      24. Stress management
      25. Team building
      26. time management
      27. Valuing and supporting members of staff
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    23. Implement and evaluate strategic and operational business plans
      INSML043 This standard is about implementing and evaluating business plans. You put strategic and operational business plans into action by engaging and delegating work to colleagues, monitoring progress and adjusting plans, when necessary. You also evaluate the extent to which strategic and operational objectives have been achieved, learning lessons, celebrating success and recognising employees' contributions.
      duty
      1. communicate your strategic business plan to colleagues and key stakeholders to engage their understanding and support
      2. delegate responsibilities for achieving strategic objectives to individuals and gain their commitment to achieving them
      3. evaluate risks to the achievement of strategic objectives and take action to mitigate risks
      4. demonstrate your personal commitment by leading the achievement of key strategic objectives
      5. review the strategic business plan at regular intervals, considering significant changes in the operating environment to ensure it can deliver the organisation's objectives within agreed timescales
      6. communicate operational plans to gain the understanding and support of colleagues and key stakeholders
      7. delegate responsibilities for achieving operational objectives to individuals and gain their commitment to achieving them
      8. provide the resources required to achieve the objectives in your strategic and operational plans
      9. hold employees to account for the achievement of the strategic and operational objectives delegated to them
      10. use agreed methods and measures to monitor implementation of your business plans
      11. provide advice, guidance and support towards achieving strategic and operational objectives, when required
      12. apply indicators and methods for monitoring progress against your business plans at agreed intervals
      13. evaluate variances from your business plans and the reasons for significant variances
      14. ask colleagues to explain variances and propose action to address significant variances
      15. adjust your business plans or the deployment of employees and resources to take account of significant variances, availability of employees and resources, or changes in your organisation's operating environment
      16. inform colleagues of adjustments to your plans and help them make changes to their own plans
      17. evaluate the implementation of your business plans to make recommendations that identify good practice and areas for improvement
      18. evaluate and agree with colleagues and key stakeholders the extent to which the objectives in your strategic and operational business plans have been achieved
      19. celebrate the achievement of strategic and operational objectives and recognise the contributions of those involved
      20. analyse the reasons for any shortfalls in the achievement of strategic and operational objectives to inform the development and implementation of future business plans
      21. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to implementing and evaluating business plans
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the principles and methods of strategic, operational management and business planning
      • how to consult with colleagues and other stakeholders
      • the importance of communicating business plans to employees and how to check their understanding of what is required
      • the principles and methods of delegation
      • how to hold employees to account for the achievement of objectives
      • how to assess and manage risk
      • the importance of demonstrating your personal commitment to business plans and how to do so
      • how to use resources effectively to achieve objectives
      • how to further develop and adjust the plan in the light of variances, including redeployment of employees and resources to implement the plan
      • how to monitor and review implementation of and performance against strategic and operational plans
      • the indicators and methods for measuring progress against plan and evaluating the implementation of plans
      • how to evaluate the implementation of business plans to identify and share the lessons learned
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the trends and developments in your industry and sector at local, national and international levels
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to implementing and evaluating business plans
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your organisation's vision, structure, strategy, culture, key stakeholders, communication and business processes
      • the customer feedback, financial and other management information that informs business planning in your organisation
      • the employees and resources available to achieve your organisation's strategic objectives
      • the trends and developments in your organisation's operating environment
      • the threats to achieving your organisation's vision and strategy
      • the ways of celebrating the achievement of your organisation's strategic objectives
      • the sources of information you can use to monitor and evaluate plans and the procedures for reporting and making recommendations
      skill
      1. Analysing
      2. Communicating
      3. Consulting
      4. Delegating
      5. Evaluating
      6. Influencing
      7. Innovating
      8. Involving colleagues
      9. Leadership
      10. Leading by example
      11. Monitoring
      12. Networking
      13. Persuading
      14. planning
      15. Presenting information
      16. Prioritising
      17. Problem solving
      18. Providing feedback
      19. Reflecting
      20. reviewing
      21. risk management
      22. Setting objectives
      23. Thinking strategically
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    24. Lead meetings to achieve objectives
      INSML034 This standard is about leading meetings to achieve objectives. The meetings may be to solve problems, take decisions, consult with colleagues or to exchange information and knowledge. You determine the purpose of meetings, prepare to lead them and invite participants to attend. You confirm why meetings are important and brief individual participants to contribute when required. To conduct the meetings, you use the relevant technologies or digital tools for face-to-face or remote meetings. During meetings, you encourage everyone to participate and re-focus attention when required. You are also flexible in changing agenda items and timings to ensure that objectives are met. The standard includes summarising discussions and allocating actions to participates that are circulated afterwards.
      duty
      1. establish the purpose and objectives of meetings
      2. prepare to lead meetings and identify who needs to participate
      3. use the relevant tools and technologies for conducting the meeting face-to-face or remotely
      4. invite participants, giving them sufficient notice to enable them to attend
      5. state the importance of the meeting, the role participants will be expected to play
      6. circulate information in advance to enable participants to review and prepare
      7. consult with relevant colleagues and prepare to represent their interests and opinions
      8. brief participants on the content and purpose of meetings and their roles, when required
      9. set time for meetings to begin and end and allocate time for each agenda item
      10. check that all participants understand why they are present and what is expected of them
      11. clarify specific objectives at the beginning of each agenda item
      12. present information at meetings to develop the understanding of other participants
      13. present your opinions and the interests of those you are representing persuasively, providing evidence to support your case, where required
      14. encourage all participants to make contributions from their perspectives, whilst acknowledging and building on their contributions
      15. re-focus attention on the objectives of the meetings when unhelpful comments and digressions occur
      16. identify any issues emerging from discussions which impact on your area of responsibility
      17. propose and evaluate possible solutions which meet the needs of your area of responsibility, other teams and your organisation
      18. acknowledge and constructively discuss information and opinions provided by your colleagues
      19. clarify decisions taken on the various agenda items, where necessary
      20. manage time flexibly, giving more time to agenda items, if necessary, whilst ensuring key objectives are met
      21. inform participants of changes in meeting agendas when these happen
      22. summarise discussions at key points during meetings
      23. allocate action points to participants at the end of each agenda item
      24. take decisions within the meeting's authority, remit or terms of reference
      25. observe any formal procedures or standing orders that apply to the meeting in accordance with your organisation's requirements
      26. check that decisions and action points are recorded and communicated to participants
      27. evaluate whether the purpose and objectives of the meetings have been achieved
      28. identify how future meetings could be improved
      29. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role when leading meetings to achieve objectives
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the importance of briefing yourself on the purpose, objectives and agenda of the meeting
      • how to identify relevant information for meetings and clarify your opinions on the various agenda items
      • the importance of consulting relevant colleagues in your area of responsibility, and how to develop your understanding to be able to represent their interests and opinions
      • the importance of circulating information in advance and briefing participants individually on the content and purpose of the meeting and their roles
      • how to inform participants of the role they will be expected to play, the preparation they need to do and the objectives of the meeting
      • the time for meetings to begin and end and duration for each agenda item
      • the importance of confirming a meeting is the best way to achieve objectives
      • the importance of preparing how you will lead the meeting and how to do so
      • how to identify who needs to participate in the meeting and the inputs you require from them
      • the importance of inviting participants, giving them sufficient notice to enable them to attend and contribute to the agenda
      • how to identify the information that participants require in advance of meetings
      • the importance of presenting relevant information and opinions during the meetings and how to do so
      • the ways to identify and articulate any issues and problems emerging from discussions, and how to contribute to resolving them
      • how to present your opinions and the interests of those you are representing persuasively and why this is important
      • the importance of stating the purpose of the meeting at the start and checking that all participants understand why they are present and what is expected of them
      • how to clarify specific objectives at the beginning of each agenda item and the impact this has
      • the ways to encourage all participants to make clear, concise and constructive contributions from their perspectives, whilst acknowledging and building on the contributions of other participants
      • how to discourage unhelpful comments and digressions, and refocus attention on the objectives of meetings
      • how to manage time flexibly, giving more time to agenda items, if necessary, whilst ensuring the key objectives are met and participants are kept informed of changes in agendas
      • the importance of summarising the discussion at key points and allocating action points to participants at the end of each agenda item and how to do so
      • how to take decisions within a meeting's authority, remit or terms of reference and how to refer decisions to colleagues when required
      • the importance of checking that decisions and action points are accurately recorded and promptly communicated to participants
      • how to evaluate whether the purpose and objectives of meetings have been achieved and how future meetings could be made more effective
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements for leading meetings
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role when leading meetings to achieve objectives
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the colleagues who need to participate in meetings and the roles they will be expected to play
      • the tools and technologies for conducting the meeting face-to-face or remotely
      • the types and sources of information required in advance of meetings
      • the meeting's authority, remit or terms of reference and any formal procedures or standing orders that apply to the meeting
      skill
      1. Building consensus
      2. Communicating
      3. Consulting
      4. Decision-making
      5. information management
      6. Involving colleagues
      7. Leadership
      8. Obtaining feedback
      9. planning
      10. Presenting information
      11. Providing feedback
      12. Setting objectives
      13. time management
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    25. Lead your organisation
      INSML004 This standard is about leading your organisation. You provide direction to colleagues and team members in your organisation by communicating and reinforcing your organisation's purpose, values and vision. You engage with external stakeholders and consider how your organisation impacts the environment, local community and society. You empower, inspire, motivate and support colleagues, team members to achieve your organisation's purpose and vision, reinforcing your organisation's values to build trust. You shadow other leaders and their style, regularly seek feedback on your performance and action it accordingly.
      duty
      1. define your organisation's direction by engaging with colleagues, team members and other stakeholders
      2. assess and analyse current trends, opportunities and risks to your organisation
      3. present the outcomes of your analysis to senior management representatives
      4. facilitate discussions with senior management to secure commitment and expertise to achieving results
      5. communicate and reinforce your organisation's purpose, values and vision across the organisation
      6. communicate your organisation's purpose, values and vision to external stakeholders
      7. evaluate the impact of your organisation on the environment, the local community and society
      8. identify the benefits of your organisation's impact on the environment, local community and society
      9. develop organisational plans that support your organisation's purpose, values and vision
      10. identify specific details that are critical to achieving the results
      11. develop methods of managing organisational difficulties and challenges
      12. develop a range of leadership styles and apply them when leading and managing different stakeholders and situations
      13. identify and evaluate colleagues' and stakeholder's needs and motivations
      14. provide support to help colleagues achieve their objectives
      15. protect your colleagues and team members from negative impacts
      16. recognise individual and team successes and achievements
      17. encourage colleagues to take responsibility for decision making and their own development needs
      18. provide individual and team support, advice and guidance when required, especially during periods of setback and change
      19. motivate colleagues, team members and stakeholders to present their own ideas
      20. empower colleagues and team members to develop their own ways of working within agreed boundaries
      21. encourage colleagues to take the lead when they have the relevant knowledge and expertise
      22. follow other peer leaders and learn from their professional expertise and leadership styles
      23. develop and maintain trust and support across the organisation and stakeholders
      24. create your organisation's culture that encourages creativity and innovation through role-modelling
      25. request regular feedback on your performance
      26. analyse feedback to plan and implement personal performance improvements
      27. monitor activity progress in different areas or departments of your organisation
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to engage people within your organisation and other key stakeholders in defining your organisation's direction and committing their energies and expertise to achieving its results
      • the differences between managing and leading
      • how to develop a compelling vision for an organisation
      • how to assess critically current trends, risks and opportunities to your organisation
      • the importance of and what is meant by organisational values
      • how to measure the impact of your organisation on the environment, the local community and society
      • the ways of ensuring that organisational plans support the organisation's purpose, values and vision
      • how to select and successfully apply different methods and techniques for communicating with people across an organisation
      • the types of challenges and difficulties that may arise and ways of identifying and addressing them
      • the different theories, models and styles of leadership and the effect that they can have on organisations
      • how to select and apply leadership styles to different individuals and situations
      • the different methods and techniques for motivating, empowering, rewarding, influencing and persuading colleagues and how to apply them
      • the different types of organisational culture that encourage and recognise creativity and innovation
      • how to recognise and develop the leadership capability of colleagues and follow their lead
      • the sources of feedback on your leadership performance and how to analyse it
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the range of leadership styles in the industry and sector
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the key colleagues and team members within your organisation, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
      • your own values, motivations, aspirations and emotions and the effect these have on your own actions and others
      • your own strengths and limitations in your role of leadership or management
      • the strengths, limitations and potential of colleagues and team members
      • your own role, responsibilities and level of authority
      • the purpose, values, vision and plans for your organisation
      • the leadership culture and capability of your organisation
      • the types of support and advice required and how to respond to these
      • the range of stakeholders you may need to communicate and work with
      skill
      1. Communicating
      2. Consulting
      3. Decision-making
      4. Empowering
      5. Evaluating
      6. Following
      7. Influencing
      8. Inspiring
      9. Managing conflict
      10. Monitoring
      11. Motivating
      12. Obtaining feedback
      13. Persuading
      14. planning
      15. Presenting information
      16. Prioritising
      17. Problem solving
      18. Providing feedback
      19. Role-modelling
      20. Setting objectives
      21. Supporting
      22. Thinking strategically
      23. Valuing differences
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    26. Manage and quality assure work in your team
      INSML025 This standard is about managing and quality assuring work in your team. You plan how objectives will be achieved by considering existing workloads and the skills and experience that your team members have. You agree individual objectives and the quality of work required, checking that employees are committed to achieving them. You also provide resources, support and feedback to maintain and improve performance. The standard includes reviewing plans and communicating changes to those affected when required. You monitor work outputs against your organisation's quality standards and motivate your team, recognising their achievement of objectives. This standard also covers resolution of issues, disagreements or conflicts as part of managing the team.
      duty
      1. communicate the standards of work and behaviours expected from team members
      2. help team members understand how the roles of different team members interface, complement and support each other
      3. plan how overall objectives can be achieved, identifying any priorities or priority activities
      4. review employees' existing workloads to make the best use of the available resources
      5. delegate responsibilities to employees on a fair basis taking account of their skills, knowledge and competence, backgrounds and experience
      6. identify opportunities for employees' development
      7. agree smart (specific, measurable, agreed, realistic and time-bound) objectives with employees, including the standard of performance expected
      8. agree with employees how and when progress towards, and achievement of, objectives will be monitored, reviewed and evaluated
      9. check that employees are committed to achieving their objectives and understand their unique contribution to team and organisational objectives
      10. discuss and agree effective methods for achieving individual objectives and the resources, support and supervision required
      11. provide employees with the resources, support and supervision agreed
      12. monitor progress against objectives and evaluate performance against the standard expected at agreed times
      13. provide employees with constructive feedback to maintain and improve their performance
      14. identify any unsatisfactory performance, discuss the causes and agree ways of improving performance with the employees concerned
      15. recognise successful achievement of objectives in line with your organisation's policy
      16. review plans, responsibilities and objectives as agreed and following any significant changes to organisational plans and objectives
      17. communicate plans, responsibilities and objectives and any changes to those affected
      18. check the quality of team members work outputs against the standard of performance expected
      19. motivate team members to complete their allocated work on time and to the quality standard required
      20. provide additional support and resources team members require to complete their work on time and to the quality standard required
      21. motivate team members to maintain and continuously improve their performance
      22. use information collected on the performance of team members in formal appraisals of performance
      23. identify potential conflicts between team members and take preventative action to avoid these
      24. encourage team members to resolve their own problems and conflicts amongst themselves
      25. manage conflicts when the team members concerned are not able to resolve the conflicts themselves
      26. acknowledge and show respect for team members' emotions regarding the conflict and manage any negative emotions
      27. investigate the causes of the conflict, giving all parties opportunities to present the facts and their perceptions about the conflict
      28. agree with team members how to resolve the conflict, without apportioning blame
      29. accept help from colleagues or specialists, where necessary
      30. maintain complete, accurate and confidential records of conflicts and their outcomes, in line with organisational policy
      31. follow the industry legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role in managing and quality assuring the work of your team
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to plan to meet objectives, identify priorities and critical issues, and the methods, resources, support and supervision necessary for achieving objectives
      • how to develop Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time-bound (SMART) objectives, delegate fairly and clarify the standards of performance required with employees
      • how to gain employees' commitment to their objectives including how to develop and agree a plan for monitoring, reviewing and evaluating individual progress and achievement of objectives
      • how to take cultural differences into account when managing individual performance
      • how to provide employees with constructive feedback to maintain and improve their performance
      • the importance of identifying and addressing unacceptable or poor performance, and how to do so
      • the importance of reviewing objectives and performance regularly, and how to do so
      • how to select and apply different methods for motivating, supporting and encouraging team members to complete the work they have been allocated and continuously improve their performance
      • how to select and apply different methods for recognising team members' achievements
      • the importance of identifying potential conflicts between team members, taking preventative action to avoid these, and how to do so
      • the importance of giving team members opportunities to discuss serious problems that directly or indirectly affect their work, and how to encourage team members to do so
      • the importance of taking prompt action to bring up and deal with conflicts when they arise if the team members concerned are unable to resolve the conflicts themselves
      • the ways of dealing with conflicts when they arise, what types of action should be taken and when
      • the importance of acknowledging and showing respect for team members' emotions about the conflict and how to manage any negative emotions
      • how to remain impartial when identifying the causes of the conflict, giving all parties opportunities to present the facts and their perceptions about the conflict
      • the importance of identifying and agreeing with team members how to resolve the conflict, without apportioning blame, and how to do so
      • the additional support and resources which team members might require to help them complete their work on time and to the quality standard required and how to assist in providing this
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements for the development or maintenance of knowledge, skills and competences
      • the industry and sector specific legislation, regulations, guidelines, codes of practice relating to managing and quality assuring work
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the standards of work and behaviour expected of your team members
      • how to help your team understand how the roles of different team members interface, complement and support each other
      • the employees within your area of responsibility, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
      • the objectives for your area of responsibility
      • the planned work for your area of responsibility and the available resources for undertaking the required work
      • your organisation's quality standards or level of expected performance
      • your organisation's policies and procedures for dealing with poor performance
      • your organisation's grievance and disciplinary policies and procedures
      • your organisation's performance appraisal systems and reward policies and procedures
      • your organisation's policies and procedures for personal and professional development
      • your organisation's requirements for resolving conflicts and maintaining records of conflicts and their outcomes
      • the reporting lines in your organisation and the limits of your authority
      skill
      1. Acting assertively
      2. Communicating
      3. Decision-making
      4. Delegating
      5. Empowering
      6. Evaluating
      7. Involving others
      8. Leadership
      9. Managing conflict
      10. Monitoring
      11. Motivating
      12. planning
      13. Presenting information
      14. Prioritising
      15. Problem solving
      16. Providing feedback
      17. reviewing
      18. Setting objectives
      19. Team building
      20. Valuing and supporting members of staff
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    27. Manage budgets
      INSML037 This standard is about managing budgets for your area of responsibility, specific projects or activities. You gather information and evaluate it to plan budgets, engaging colleagues and stakeholders in the process. You produce budget proposals, submit them to decision-makers and agree final budgets. The standard also includes monitoring budgetary performance, taking corrective actions when required. You propose revisions and provide reports to decision-makers, including identifying potential fraud is necessary.
      duty
      1. engage colleagues and stakeholders to provide information related to budget planning and management
      2. gather information to plan budgets for your area of responsibility, activities or projects
      3. identify organisational key performance indicators (KPIs)
      4. evaluate information to prepare forecasts for your area of responsibility, activities or projects
      5. produce budget proposals based on your evaluation of the information gathered
      6. submit your proposed budgets for decision-makers approval clearly specifying assumptions made, risks involved and how these will be managed
      7. negotiate the proposed budgets with decision-makers to agree final budgets
      8. use the agreed budgets to monitor and control performance for your area of responsibility, activities or projects
      9. identify the causes of any significant variances between what was budgeted and what happened
      10. take corrective action when required to manage budgets
      11. obtain agreement for corrective actions from decision-makers, if required
      12. track the budgets in response to variances, significant or unforeseen developments and propose revisions to them
      13. discuss and agree revisions with decision-makers
      14. provide reports on performance against the budgets to decision-makers
      15. identify and report evidence of potentially fraudulent activities in line with legal and organisational procedures, if required
      16. gather information from implementation of the budget to assist in the preparation of future budgets
      17. evaluate your budget management to identify and recommend improvements
      18. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing budgets
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the purposes of budgetary systems and how to engage colleagues and stakeholders in managing budgets
      • where to get and how to evaluate the available information to be able to prepare a realistic budget
      • your organisation's key performance indicators (KPIs)
      • how to discuss, negotiate and confirm a budget with those with budgetary responsibility and the key factors that should be covered
      • how to forecast the budgets
      • how to use a budget to actively monitor and control performance for a defined area or activity of work
      • the main causes of budget variances, how to identify them and the different types of corrective action which could be taken to address identified variances
      • how to track the budgets against the performance criteria
      • the importance of agreeing revisions to the budget and communicating the changes
      • the importance of providing regular information on performance against the budget to colleagues
      • the types of fraudulent activities that can occur, how to identify them and gather supporting evidence
      • the importance of using the implementation of the budget to identify information and lessons for the preparation of future budgets
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the factors, trends and developments that are likely to affect the setting of budgets in your industry and sector
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing budgets
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the vision, objectives and operational plans and budgets for your area of responsibility
      • the budgeting periods used in your organisation
      • your organisational guidelines and procedures for the preparation and approval of budgets, monitoring and reporting of performance against budgets, and revising budgets
      • the agreed budgets within your area of responsibility, how they can be used, how much you can change them within the limits of your authority, and how to obtain agreement for changes beyond your limits
      • who needs information in your organisation about performance against your budget, what information they need, when they need it and in what format
      • what to do and who to contact if you suspect fraud has been committed
      skill
      1. Acting assertively
      2. Communicating
      3. Consulting
      4. contingency planning
      5. Decision-making
      6. Evaluating
      7. information management
      8. Learning
      9. Monitoring
      10. Negotiating
      11. Presenting information
      12. Problem solving
      13. reporting
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    28. Manage business processes
      INSML044 This standard is about managing business processes. You identify organisational outputs and engage stakeholders in managing business processes. You design processes and identify the resources required to support them, making links between teams to create a complete system. The standard includes defining individual roles and responsibilities, providing training and support, and considering the factors that may affect how business processes work. You also develop and implement measures to monitor the processes, planning and implementing improvements when required.
      duty
      1. identify your organisation's outputs to meet customer and stakeholder needs
      2. engage employees and stakeholders in managing business processes
      3. design business processes that deliver outcomes in line with organisational strategy
      4. identify the resources required for business processes
      5. secure the resources required for business processes
      6. assess business processes to ensure they make effective, efficient and sustainable use of resources
      7. identify and take account of factors that may affect how business processes work
      8. link business processes so that they interact across the organisation to form a complete system
      9. define employees' roles and responsibilities within business processes
      10. identify the training, support and supervision requirements for teams and employees
      11. provide training, support and supervision to enable employees to carry out their defined roles and responsibilities
      12. develop measures to manage business processes effectively
      13. implement measures to manage business processes effectively
      14. review business processes at regular intervals, and in light of changes in customer needs or organisational strategy
      15. identify how the processes can be improved
      16. plan improvements to business processes
      17. implement improvements to business processes
      18. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out to manage business processes
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to engage employees and other stakeholders in managing business processes.
      • the principles and models of effective process management and how to define business processes
      • the types of business process measures and how to assess their suitability
      • how to calculate the resources needed for business processes
      • how to ensure processes and resources are sustainable and effective in their use, and the importance of doing so
      • the difference between process outputs and outcomes
      • how to assess process changes for risk and return against their potential investment cost
      • how to carry out cost-benefit analyses
      • types of analytical and problem-solving tools that you can use when developing business processes
      • how to evaluate the business processes
      • how to measure the effect of changes in the business process
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the relevant sector trends, developments and competitor performance that affect your business processes
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out to manage business processes
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your organisation's aims, goals, structure, values and culture
      • how your organisation adds value through its products, services and processes
      • the needs of your actual and potential customers and other stakeholders
      • the employees in your organisation, their roles and responsibilities, competences and potential in relation to business processes
      • your organisation's products, services and processes, the interdependencies between them and measures of performance
      skill
      1. Analysing
      2. Assessing
      3. Communicating
      4. Influencing
      5. information management
      6. Involving employees
      7. Monitoring
      8. Negotiating
      9. Persuading
      10. Presenting information
      11. Prioritising
      12. Problem solving
      13. reviewing
      14. Thinking creatively
      15. Thinking systematically
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      Management and Leadership
    29. Manage conflicts in work environment
      INSML033 This standard is about managing conflicts in the broader work environment. The conflicts can be between different stakeholders, colleagues working at different levels, employees in different departments or other organisations. You communicate conflict management and resolution processes to the broader work environment, identifying differences in expectations to promote ways to manage situations. You take preventative action to avoid the negative impacts of conflicts and resolve conflicts when they emerge. You also act as a mediator and access support from specialists when required.
      duty
      1. communicate the different types of conflict management and dispute resolution processes available to your organisation
      2. identify differences in expectations and working methods of employees from different backgrounds
      3. promote ways of managing differences that take account of different expectations
      4. create a climate of trust and mutual respect
      5. compare difficult situations from different employees' perspectives to understand the conflicts
      6. identify any issues with organisational structures, systems or procedures that are likely to give rise to conflict
      7. resolve any issues with organisational structures, systems or procedures creating conflict
      8. identify potential conflicts across the wider organisation or with other organisations and take preventative action to avoid these
      9. encourage the employees concerned to resolve their own problems and conflicts amongst themselves
      10. take action to act as a third-party mediator to deal with conflicts when the employees concerned are not able to resolve the conflicts themselves
      11. demonstrate respect for employees' emotions regarding the conflict
      12. manage any negative emotions in yourself and the parties involved
      13. investigate the causes of the conflict, giving all parties opportunities to present the facts and their perceptions about the conflict
      14. agree how to resolve the conflict with all parties, without apportioning blame
      15. accept help from colleagues or specialists, where necessary
      16. comply with organisational and legal requirements when resolving conflicts
      17. maintain complete, accurate and confidential records of conflicts and their outcomes, in line with organisational policy
      18. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing conflict in the broader working environment
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the principles of communication, conflict management and dispute resolution and how to apply them
      • how to identify and address any issues with organisational structures, systems or procedures that may create conflict
      • how employees' backgrounds may create differences in expectations and how to manage these differences
      • the importance of identifying potential conflicts across the organisation to take preventative action to avoid these, and how to do so
      • the ways of dealing with conflicts when they arise, including what types of action should be taken and when
      • the process and principles of mediation to resolve work conflicts
      • the different conflict resolution techniques and how to apply them in different situations
      • the importance of acknowledging and showing respect for employees' emotions regarding the conflict and how to manage any negative emotions in yourself and employees
      • how to identify the causes of the conflict, remain impartial, and give all parties opportunities to present the facts and their perceptions about the conflict
      • the importance of identifying and agreeing with team members how to resolve the conflict, without apportioning blame, and how to do so
      • when and how to seek help from colleagues or specialists
      • how and why conflict happens in the broader work environment, between different stakeholders, different levels, different departments or organisations
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements and systems for managing conflicts
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing conflict in the broader working environment
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your organisation's culture, rank and role hierarchies, and how work roles interface, complement and support each other
      • the organisational structures, systems and procedures that are likely to create conflict
      • the sources of specialist or third-party support available to you to manage conflicts
      • the organisational and legal requirements for resolving conflicts and maintaining records and their outcomes
      skill
      1. Communicating
      2. Empathising
      3. Evaluating
      4. information management
      5. Managing conflict
      6. Monitoring
      7. Obtaining feedback
      8. Problem solving
      9. Providing feedback
      10. Questioning
      11. reviewing
      12. risk management
      13. Stress management
      14. Valuing and supporting members of staff
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    30. Manage continuous improvement of overall performance of your organisation
      INSML018 This standard is about managing the continuous improvement of the overall performance of your organisation. You set up systems to measure organisational performance and create action plans to make improvements, gathering feedback and ideas from colleagues and customers. The emphasis is on identifying and implementing changes which will add value in the eyes of customers and other key stakeholders.
      duty
      1. engage colleagues and key stakeholders in managing continuous improvement
      2. specify valid and reliable measures for evaluating the performance of your organisation
      3. set up systems for collecting and assessing information on the overall performance of the organisation
      4. identify the cause and effects of problems and changes
      5. identify opportunities where performance could be improved using information on the overall performance of the organisation
      6. establish an organisational culture where people freely make suggestions for improvements
      7. encourage customers, suppliers and other key stakeholders to provide feedback on your organisation's performance and suggest improvements
      8. benchmark the performance of your organisation against other comparable organisations
      9. identify improvements that are beneficial to your organisation, its customers and other key stakeholders
      10. create action plans based on feedback and the benchmarking findings
      11. agree continuous improvement actions with decision makers
      12. implement actions to improve organisational performance
      13. share knowledge and understanding of how improvements have, or can be made, across your organisation
      14. check that any improvements made are aligned to the organisation's vision and objectives
      15. show that the improvements made reduce the gap between what your customers and key stakeholders want, and what your organisation's products, services and processes deliver
      16. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out to manage continuous improvement
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to engage colleagues and other stakeholders in managing continuous improvement
      • the principles which support organisational improvement
      • how to establish systems and measures for collecting and assessing information on the overall performance of the organisation and how to use the findings to identify opportunities where organisational performance could be improved
      • how to benchmark the performance of your organisation against others and take actions based on the findings
      • the importance of receiving feedback from customers and suppliers on your organisation's performance, and how to obtain and analyse this feedback
      • the importance of developing a culture that continually improves and how to involve others in achieving this
      • the importance of finding out the cause and effects of problems and changes
      • the ways of measuring the effect of improvements
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the range of information sources and techniques for collecting information that are relevant to the sector in which your organisation works
      • the trends and developments in the sector related to continuous improvement
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out to manage continuous improvement
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your organisation's vision, objectives, plans, structure, values, culture and key stakeholders
      • how your organisation adds value through the delivery of its products, services and processes
      • your organisation's customers and the value of a customer-focused culture
      • the measures of performance relevant to your own organisation
      • the formal and informal sources of information relevant to your organisation and how to gather suitable information
      skill
      1. Analysing
      2. benchmarking
      3. Communicating
      4. Decision-making
      5. Evaluating
      6. information management
      7. Involving others
      8. Leadership
      9. planning
      10. Presenting information
      11. Prioritising
      12. Thinking strategically
      13. Thinking systematically
      14. Thinking with a focus on customers
      15. Valuing and supporting members of staff
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      Management and Leadership
    31. Manage Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
      INSML012 This standard is about managing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). You review and develop your organisation's CSR policy and objectives with stakeholders. You also evaluate the impact that your organisation has on the environment, sustainability, local community and wider society to identify how it can become more beneficial. You check that the CSR policy aligns with business activities and communicate the details to stakeholders. The standard includes supporting initiatives that create value for your organisation, monitoring compliance with the CSR policy, and defining actions to ensure that objectives are met. You communicate progress and achievements to stakeholders and revise the policy following feedback and changes in the operating environment.
      duty
      1. review your organisation's CSR policy and objectives by engaging with colleagues and stakeholders
      2. develop your organisation's CSR policy and objectives by collaborating with colleagues
      3. evaluate the impact of your organisation on the environment, sustainability, the local community and society as a whole
      4. identify ways in which your organisation's impact can be more beneficial
      5. check that your CSR policy and objectives reflect your organisation's vision and values and its legal, ethical, social and environmental responsibilities
      6. communicate your CSR policy and its benefits to colleagues and stakeholders
      7. check that your organisation's normal business activities comply with your CSR policy (employment, selection of collaborators, suppliers, use of resources, health and safety)
      8. support initiatives which create shared value for your organisation, the community and the wider social and physical environment
      9. monitor compliance with your CSR policy and progress towards its objectives
      10. define actions to ensure that objectives are met
      11. provide advice, guidance and support towards achieving CSR objectives, when required
      12. report progress towards your CSR objectives to stakeholders and ask for feedback
      13. communicate the achievement of your CSR objectives to stakeholders
      14. revise your organisation's CSR policy and objectives, using results, feedback from stakeholders and changes in the operating environment
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the range of corporate social responsibility (CSR) principles, methods, tools and techniques
      • how to engage a range of stakeholders in CSR including colleagues, customers, investors, suppliers, communities, regulators, special interest groups and society
      • how to measure the impact of your organisation on the environment, the local community and society
      • the principles and methods of effective communication and negotiation, and how to apply them when collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders
      • the different consensus-building principles, methods and techniques
      • the principles of sustainability
      • how to monitor compliance with the CSR policy
      • how to provide people with the advice, guidance and support they need
      • how to evaluate the effectiveness of a CSR policy
      • how to report achievement of, and progress towards, CSR objectives
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the colleagues within your area of work, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
      • your organisation's legal, ethical, social and environmental responsibilities
      • your organisation's stakeholders, their interests and expectations
      • your organisation's values, vision, activities and operating environment
      skill
      1. Assessing
      2. Balancing competing needs and interests
      3. Building consensus
      4. Communicating
      5. Consulting
      6. Evaluating
      7. Influencing
      8. Inspiring
      9. Involving others
      10. Leadership
      11. Monitoring
      12. Networking
      13. Persuading
      14. Presenting information
      15. reporting
      16. reviewing
      17. Setting objectives
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    32. Manage customer service
      INSML052 This standard is about managing customer service. You organise employees and resources to deliver customer service in accordance with your organisation's standards. You provide customer service training and support to enable staff to provide service autonomously to specified levels. The standard includes responding to customers who are referred to you, monitoring customer service performance, obtaining feedback and analysing data to identify improvements and recommend changes to processes, systems and standards.
      duty
      1. engage colleagues and stakeholders in managing customer service
      2. establish measurable standards of customer service, considering customers' expectations and your organisation's resources
      3. organise colleagues and resources to meet customer service standards, taking account of varying levels of demand and likely contingencies
      4. measure colleagues competence to ensure they can deliver the required level of customer service
      5. provide training, support and supervision to colleagues when required
      6. communicate the standards of customer service that colleagues are expected to deliver
      7. outline colleagues' level of autonomy for responding to customers' requests and problems
      8. respond to customers' requests and problems referred to you
      9. seek advice from specialists and/or more senior managers, where necessary
      10. keep customers informed about the actions you are taking to deal with their requests and problems
      11. obtain feedback on staff and customer perceptions of the standards of customer service your organisation delivers
      12. monitor the customer service delivered, customers' requests, problems and feedback against your organisation's standards for customer service
      13. analyse your organisation's customer service data to identify the causes of problems
      14. identify opportunities for improving customer service based on feedback and monitoring
      15. recommend changes to processes, systems or standards to improve customer service
      16. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing customer service
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to engage colleagues and stakeholders in managing customer service
      • how to establish clear and measurable standards of customer service, considering customers' expectations and your organisation's resources
      • how to organise staffing and other resources to meet customer service standards, including the importance of taking account of varying levels of demand and likely contingencies
      • the importance of ensuring customer service staff are competent to carry out their duties, and how to provide any necessary training and support
      • the importance of ensuring staff understand the standards of customer service they are expected to deliver
      • the extent of staff autonomy for responding to customers' requests and problems, and when to refer these to a senior staff member
      • the importance of taking responsibility for dealing with customers' requests and problems referred to you, and keeping them informed about the actions you are taking
      • how to monitor the standards of customer service delivered
      • identify and manage potential issues before they develop into problems, customers' requests and feedback (from staff and customers), and the importance of doing so
      • the types of customer service data available and how to analyse it to identify the causes of problems and opportunities for improving customer service
      • the importance of making or recommending changes to processes, systems and standards to improve customer service, and how to do so
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements for the delivery of customer service
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing customer service
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your organisation's stakeholders and their interests, and available resources
      • your organisation's customers and their expectations of customer service
      • the types of problems that occur and your organisation's complaints policy and procedures
      • your organisation's staffing in relation to delivering customer service
      • the sources of advice, guidance and support from customer service specialists or more senior managers
      skill
      1. Acting assertively
      2. Analysing
      3. Communicating
      4. information management
      5. Managing conflict
      6. Monitoring
      7. Obtaining feedback
      8. planning
      9. Problem solving
      10. reviewing
      11. Team building
      12. Thinking with a focus on customers
      13. Valuing and supporting members of staff
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    33. Manage financial resources
      INSML036 This standard is about managing financial resources to achieve the objectives for your organisation or your area of responsibility. You manage finances to achieve organisational objectives by engaging with stakeholders. You identify the finances required and evaluate the costs, benefits and risks, accessing specialist advise when required. The standard also includes negotiating budgets, developing master budget plans and delegating budget responsibilities to colleagues. You obtain finance from external providers for projects or programmes of work. You also establish systems to monitor, report and evaluate budget performance, taking corrective actions when required.
      duty
      1. confirm your financial responsibilities, including the limits of your authority, with colleagues you report to
      2. engage key stakeholders in managing finance to achieve objectives for your organisation or area of responsibility
      3. evaluate financial information, your organisation's objectives and plans to identify priorities, potential problems and risks
      4. identify the finance required to achieve your organisation's objectives and plans
      5. access specialist financial expertise, where required
      6. evaluate the costs, benefits and risks of different types of finance
      7. select the types of finance which meet the needs of your organisation, taking account of levels of acceptable risk and views of stakeholders
      8. identify and evaluate potential providers of finance
      9. submit clear, evidenced and convincing proposals, bids or applications to potential providers of finance
      10. request updates on progress to secure finance from providers
      11. make formal agreements with providers of finance, specifying amounts, timing, costs and repayment schedules
      12. discuss and negotiate delegated budgets with colleagues and agree provisional budgets
      13. develop a master budget for your organisation or area and submit it for approval by budget decision-makers, clearly specifying assumptions made, risks involved and how these will be managed
      14. discuss and negotiate the proposed master budget with decision-makers
      15. communicate the final budget to colleagues in your area or senior managers
      16. delegate responsibility for budgets for clearly defined activities to colleagues, providing ongoing support and resources as required
      17. identify any shortfall in the level of finance obtained and take appropriate action
      18. put contingency plans in place to deal with any problems in finance being made available and any changes to the level of finance required
      19. establish systems to monitor and evaluate performance against delegated budgets and the master budget and put contingency plans in place
      20. identify the causes of any significant variances between proposed versus actual budget
      21. take corrective action, obtaining agreement from decision-makers, if required
      22. propose revisions to the master budget, if necessary, in response to variances and/or significant or unforeseen developments
      23. agree master budget revisions with decision-makers
      24. report on the financial performance of your area to decision-makers
      25. link operational targets with financial results
      26. monitor the financial agreements with providers, identifying and making changes where necessary
      27. advise relevant employees promptly if you have identified evidence of any potentially fraudulent activities
      28. review the financial performance of your organisation or area and identify improvements to be implemented in the future
      29. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing financial resources and obtaining finance
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the importance of agreeing your financial responsibilities, including the limits of your authority, with those to whom you report
      • where to get and how to evaluate the available financial information to be able to prepare a realistic master budget
      • the importance of taking account of the objectives and associated plans of your area in developing and operating the master budget
      • the importance of consulting with colleagues in identifying priorities, potential problems and risks to prepare the budget for your area
      • how to discuss, negotiate and confirm budgets with colleagues in your area and with employees who control the finance and the key factors that should be covered
      • where to obtain and how to evaluate information to identify an organisation's requirement for finance
      • how to evaluate the costs, benefits and risks of different types and providers of finance, including how to work out the full cost of obtaining finance from providers
      • the criteria for selecting types and providers of finance to match organisational needs and the views of stakeholders
      • the importance of risk in obtaining finance and ways in which the level of risk can be identified and managed
      • the importance of submitting clear proposals or bids or applications to potential providers of finance and allowing sufficient time for their submission and consideration
      • the type of formal agreements that should be put in place with providers of finance, what they should cover, and how to monitor them
      • why it is necessary to put contingency plans in place in relation to obtaining finance and the type of contingencies that might occur
      • the main causes of variances, how to identify them and the different types of corrective action for addressing identified variances
      • the importance of agreeing revisions to the budget and communicating the changes
      • the importance of providing regular information on the financial performance of your area to colleagues and what they might want to know
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the types and providers of finance that tend to be used in your industry or sector, and why they are preferred
      • the factors, trends and developments that are likely to affect financial management in your industry and sector
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing financial resources and obtaining finance
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the vision, objectives and plans of your organisation, including those which require finance
      • the current types and providers of finance used by your organisation and other potential providers of finance and their associated costs, benefits and risks
      • the needs of your organisation for securing finance, including the organisation's attitude to risk and stakeholder views regarding the financing of projects and activities
      • the colleagues and key stakeholders who should be consulted on proposals and recommendations for obtaining finance
      • the specialist financial expertise currently used by your organisation and other potential sources of expertise
      • the systems in place for monitoring the effectiveness of the agreements for finance and identifying changes to agreements for future improvements
      • the financial information available in your organisation, the budgeting periods used, and the agreed master budget for your area, including delegated budgets
      • your financial responsibilities, including the limits of your authority and colleagues with budgetary responsibility in your organisation
      • your organisation's procedures for the preparation and approval of budgets, and the systems established for managing, reporting and evaluating performance against budgets
      • what to do and whom to contact if you suspect financial fraud has been committed
      skill
      1. Communicating
      2. contingency planning
      3. Decision-making
      4. Evaluating
      5. Forecasting
      6. Influencing
      7. information management
      8. Involving employees
      9. Leadership
      10. Monitoring
      11. Negotiating
      12. Persuading
      13. planning
      14. Presenting information
      15. Prioritising
      16. Problem solving
      17. Questioning
      18. reviewing
      19. risk management
      20. Thinking strategically
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    34. Manage flexible and remote working arrangements
      INSML027 This standard is about managing flexible and remote working arrangements. You develop and manage flexible working arrangements through consultation with stakeholders. You match your organisation's strategy and values to flexible working arrangements that support the business and employees. You introduce flexible working, checking that the agreements made are compatible with the team and objectives. The standard includes providing information to staff and considering requests for flexible and remote working. You give specific reasons for refusing requests, and manage any associated appeals, drawing on specialist support when required. You review flexible and remote working policies and arrangements and recommend improvements. You use relevant tools and technologies for managing different teams, including office-based, dispersed, remote or hybrid.
      duty
      1. consult staff, their representatives and other stakeholders in developing and managing flexible and remote working arrangements
      2. use relevant tools and technologies for managing different teams, including office-based, dispersed, remote or hybrid
      3. evaluate the range of flexible and remote working arrangements and identify those which are consistent with the nature of your organisation's business, its strategy and values
      4. evaluate opportunities to introduce flexible and remote working arrangements to support business processes and the achievement of objectives
      5. consider the impact of flexible and remote working arrangements on your own work activities, the management of your area and other parts of your organisation
      6. introduce flexible and remote working arrangements in consultation with staff, their representatives and other key stakeholders
      7. confirm that flexible and remote working arrangements are compatible with the workload of the team and the achievement of objectives
      8. provide your organisation's flexible and remote working policy to staff
      9. confirm that staff understand their rights under flexible and remote working legislation and the flexible working arrangements
      10. consider requests for flexible and remote working from staff and seek to accommodate these, where possible
      11. agree to trial and review flexible and remote working arrangements, when required
      12. state specific reasons if you decide to refuse a flexible and remote working request, ensuring these reasons are consistent with your organisation's policy and legal requirements
      13. manage appeals to decisions to refuse a flexible and remote working request in line with your organisation's policy and legal requirements
      14. arrange support from specialists, where necessary
      15. review flexible and remote working arrangements to recommend improvements
      16. follow the industry legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role in managing flexible and remote working
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to engage members of staff, their representatives and other stakeholders in developing, managing and reviewing flexible and working arrangements
      • the range of flexible and remote working arrangements (full time, part time, flexi-time, time off in lieu, job sharing, annual hours, etc) and where employees work (home working, tele-working, hot-desking, etc).
      • the relevant tools and technologies for managing different teams, including office-based, dispersed, remote or hybrid
      • the features and benefits of flexible and remote working to individuals and organisations
      • the principles, methods and technologies of communication
      • how to consult with staff, their representatives and other key stakeholders about flexible and remote working arrangements
      • how to evaluate requests for flexible and remote working and identify ways of accommodating these
      • the importance of considering requests for flexible and remote working from a whole team impact perspective
      • the legitimate reasons for refusing requests for flexible and remote working and how to give feedback on decisions to individuals
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements for consultation with employees and their representatives
      • follow the industry legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role in managing flexible and remote working
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the employees within your area of work, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
      • your organisation's flexible and remote working policy and the flexible working arrangements available within this policy
      • your organisation's business, strategy and values and how flexible working can support the achievement of objectives
      • your organisation's stakeholders, their interests and commitment to flexible and remote working
      • the sources of internal and external specialist support available to you within your role to make decisions and deal with appeals related to flexible and remote working
      skill
      1. Problem solving
      2. Team building
      3. Thinking creatively
      4. Valuing and supporting members of staff
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    35. Manage information, knowledge and communication systems
      INSML041 This standard is about managing information, knowledge and communication systems for your organisation or your area of responsibility. You develop systems by engaging with colleagues and stakeholders, considering current and future needs. You evaluate the capability and capacity of your organisation's information, knowledge and communication systems to identify any changes required. You also evaluate the technologies and suppliers available to meet organisational needs, including relevant levels of security. The standard includes implementing protocols for using systems and ensuring that users are trained and supported. You facilitate the creation, maintenance and sharing of organisational knowledge specifying standards and processes. You consider the organisational culture, values, work practices and behaviours that hinder effective knowledge management and implement strategies to overcome these. You encourage senior managers to role-model good practices and promote knowledge management.
      duty
      1. engage colleagues and stakeholders in developing, implementing and maintaining information, knowledge management and communication systems
      2. establish the current and likely future information, knowledge and communication needs of employees within your organisation or area of responsibility and other stakeholders
      3. establish the levels of security required for information, knowledge and communication systems
      4. evaluate the capability and capacity of existing information, knowledge and communication systems to meet current needs
      5. evaluate the capability and capacity of existing information, knowledge and communication systems to meet likely future needs, and identify changes and enhancements
      6. evaluate the capability of technologies and suppliers to meet current and likely future information, knowledge and communication needs
      7. select technologies and suppliers capable of meeting current and likely future information, knowledge and communication needs to the level of security required within resource constraints
      8. implement any new or modified protocols to allow information, knowledge and communication systems to be used effectively and securely
      9. evaluate the training and on-going support required to enable employees to use information, knowledge and communication systems effectively, efficiently and securely
      10. develop and implement plans to introduce changes and enhancements to information, knowledge and communication systems that minimise adverse impacts on business activities
      11. enable employees to benefit from the changes and enhancements
      12. provide user training and on-going support required
      13. ensure maintenance and updating of information, knowledge and communication systems is carried out as required by your organisation
      14. monitor the security of systems and their effectiveness in meeting employees' information, knowledge and communication needs, and take effective action to address any problems
      15. identify where key knowledge is created, developed, shared and transferred and how it adds value to your organisation or area of responsibility
      16. define and gain support for strategies to facilitate the creation, maintenance and sharing of organisational knowledge
      17. specify standards and processes that support knowledge creation, development, sharing and capture to ensure that valuable knowledge is recorded
      18. provide systems and tools to support knowledge management and sharing
      19. ensure employees have the necessary guidance and competence to use systems and tools effectively
      20. identify where organisational culture, values, work practices and behaviours hinder effective knowledge management and sharing, and any changes required
      21. implement changes in organisational culture, values, work practices and behaviours to enable effective knowledge management and sharing
      22. encourage senior managers and key influencers within your organisation to act as role models in using knowledge management standards, systems, tools and processes
      23. implement effective systems and procedures to protect intellectual property from unauthorised use
      24. identify and implement processes that promote effective knowledge management and sharing and communicate the benefits of doing so
      25. monitor and review progress in embedding a culture of knowledge management and sharing in your organisation and plan any essential changes
      26. evaluate and record the value of knowledge management and sharing to the organisation
      27. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing information, knowledge and communication systems
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to engage colleagues and stakeholders in managing information, sharing knowledge and communication systems
      • how to gather and analyse data about employees' information, knowledge and communication needs
      • the principles, methods, tools and techniques for keeping information, knowledge and communication secure and how to establish appropriate security levels and approaches
      • how to evaluate current information, knowledge and communication systems and their capability and capacity to meet future needs
      • the range of information, knowledge and communication technologies available, and how to match their features and benefits to your needs
      • the suppliers of information, knowledge and communication technologies and their capabilities
      • how to develop protocols to allow information, knowledge and communication systems to be used effectively and securely
      • the training and support in the use of information, knowledge and communication systems that employees require
      • the change management principles, methods, tools and techniques that help support implementation of information, knowledge and communication systems
      • how to establish the requirements for system maintenance and updating
      • the existing and emerging knowledge management theories, concepts, strategies, principles, techniques and good practice
      • the systems and tools available to support knowledge management and sharing and how to select appropriate ones
      • how to specify standards and processes to support knowledge management and sharing
      • the systems and procedures to protect intellectual property from unauthorised use and how to identify and develop appropriate ones
      • how to evaluate the value of knowledge and knowledge management to the organisation and gain support for organisational strategies
      • how to monitor the effectiveness of information, knowledge sharing and communication systems to identify and take action to address problems
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry standards, requirements and benchmarks for information management, knowledge sharing and communication systems
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing information, knowledge and communication systems
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the individuals and groups in your organisation and their information, knowledge and communication needs
      • your organisation's current information, knowledge and communication systems
      • the levels of security of information, knowledge and communication required by your organisation
      • the levels of security appropriate for different users of your organisation's information, knowledge and communication systems
      • your organisation's business activities and processes
      • how knowledge is created, developed, shared and used in your organisation
      • your organisation's culture, values and work practice and how these may help or hinder effective knowledge management and sharing
      • the senior managers and key influencers in your organisation
      skill
      1. Analysing
      2. Assessing
      3. Communicating
      4. Decision-making
      5. Evaluating
      6. Forecasting
      7. Influencing
      8. information management
      9. Involving employees
      10. Monitoring
      11. Obtaining feedback
      12. planning
      13. Presenting information
      14. Providing feedback
      15. Questioning
      16. reviewing
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    36. Manage physical resources
      INSML038 This standard is about managing the physical resources required to carry out planned activities in your area of responsibility. Physical resources may include equipment, materials, premises, services and energy supplies. You identify the physical resources required by engaging with colleagues and evaluating historical patterns of resource use and trends. You specify resource requirements and produce a business case to secure them. You adapt plans when resources cannot be obtained, agreeing adjustments with colleagues. The standard includes negotiating with suppliers to obtain resources and agreeing approaches for using shared resources with other teams. You also monitor resources to minimise adverse environmental impact, checking that they are used safely.
      duty
      1. engage resource users to identify and obtain the physical resources required
      2. evaluate past patterns of resource use and trends
      3. identify developments likely to affect future demand for resources
      4. prepare specifications for the resources required
      5. identify the range and quantity of resources required for the planned activities in your area of responsibility, including contingencies
      6. identify sustainable resources and ensure their effectiveness and efficiency to meet specified needs
      7. produce a business case for the resources required, showing the costs and expected benefits
      8. agree adjustments to your planned activities, where the required resources cannot be obtained in full
      9. negotiate with suppliers to ensure they deliver resources of the required quality on time
      10. agree the use of shared resources with other teams, considering the needs of the different parties and the objectives of your organisation
      11. engage resource users to plan how they can be used most efficiently
      12. plan to use resources in ways that are effective, efficient and minimise any adverse impact on the environment
      13. maintain the security of resources and monitor that they are used safely
      14. ensure that resources no longer required are disposed of with minimal adverse environmental impact
      15. monitor the quality of resources and patterns of resource use in line with your organisation's requirements
      16. identify and deal with any significant variances between actual and planned resource use
      17. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing physical resources
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the importance of engaging with resource users (equipment, materials, premises, services and energy supplies), and how to do so
      • how to identify the range and calculate the quantity of resources required to carry out planned activities
      • the importance of using sustainable resources and how to identify such resources and ensure their effectiveness and efficiency
      • how to carry out cost-benefit analyses and write business cases
      • how to develop activity plans and adjust the plans if required resources cannot be obtained to support them
      • how to negotiate with suppliers to ensure they deliver resources of the required quality on time
      • how to negotiate the use of shared resources with colleagues to optimise resource use for all concerned
      • the potential impact of resource use on the environment and actions you can take to minimise any adverse impact
      • the risks associated with different physical resources used and actions you can take to ensure resources are secure and used safely
      • the importance of monitoring the quality and use of resources, and how to do so
      • the types of corrective actions (e.g. changing planned activities, changing the ways in which resources are used for activities, renegotiating the availability of resources) you can take in case of significant discrepancies between actual and planned resource use
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements for managing physical resources
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing physical resources
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the past patterns of resource use in your area of responsibility, how to access this information and analyse it to plan activities
      • the trends and developments that affect future demand for resources in your area of responsibility and how to evaluate the likely impact of these
      • the planned activities in your area of activity and possible contingencies
      • the actual and potential suppliers of the resources you need to carry out planned activities in your area of responsibility
      skill
      1. Analysing
      2. Communicating
      3. contingency planning
      4. Decision-making
      5. Evaluating
      6. Forecasting
      7. Influencing
      8. information management
      9. Involving employees
      10. Monitoring
      11. Negotiating
      12. Persuading
      13. planning
      14. Presenting information
      15. Prioritising
      16. Problem solving
      17. reviewing
      18. risk management
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    37. Manage programmes of work or projects
      INSML045 This standard is about managing programmes of work or projects for which you have been given responsibility to achieve strategic goals. You meet with sponsors or stakeholders to confirm the key programme or project objectives and identify the links with organisational needs. You confirm resource requirements and deploy these, monitoring programme or project progress and taking action to respond to changes. The standard also includes communicating progress and results. The standard includes delivering projects on time, within budget, to the satisfaction of project sponsors and stakeholders.
      duty
      1. establish overall programme or project objectives and link these to strategic goals
      2. discuss and agree the objectives and scope of programme or project with sponsors and stakeholders
      3. confirm the available resources with the sponsors and stakeholders
      4. identify how the proposed programme or the project fit with the overall vision, objectives and plans of your organisation
      5. develop a programme or a project plan in consultation with project team members
      6. agree the programme or the project plan with sponsors and stakeholders, making changes, where necessary
      7. brief project team members on the final programme or project plan and their roles and responsibilities
      8. provide ongoing support, encouragement and information to project team members
      9. deploy resources in line with the requirements and priorities of the programme or a project
      10. implement processes and resources to manage potential risks arising from the project and deal with contingencies
      11. implement the programme or project plan, selecting and applying project management tools and techniques to monitor, control and review progress
      12. establish the contribution different stages of the programme or the project to achieve the overall objectives
      13. assess and manage risks for different milestones of the programme or the project
      14. ensure your colleagues fulfil their responsibilities for the achievement of different stages of the programme or the project
      15. monitor the programme or the project to ensure it achieves its objectives on time and within budget
      16. communicate progress and results of the programme or the project and its different stages to colleagues and stakeholders
      17. change the programme or project plan to respond to problems encountered or changes to organisational objectives
      18. obtain agreement to programme or project plan changes from project sponsors and other stakeholders, where necessary
      19. deliver programme or project objectives on time and within budget
      20. confirm satisfactory completion of the project with the project sponsor and any key stakeholders
      21. make recommendations which identify good practice and areas for improvement
      22. evaluate the success of the project, identifying what lessons can be learned and shared
      23. celebrate the completion of the project, recognising the contributions of project team members
      24. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out to manage programmes or projects
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the characteristics of programme or projects as opposed to routine management functions, activities and their key stages
      • the role and key responsibilities of a project manager, including the importance of the relationship between the project manager, sponsors and stakeholders
      • why it is important to discuss and agree the key objectives and scope of a proposed programme or a project with sponsors and stakeholders before detailed planning commences
      • why it is important to be able to identify and understand how a programme or a project fits with the overall vision, objectives and plans of the organisation and any programmes of work or other projects being undertaken
      • why it is important to consult with employees to develop a project plan and the type of information needed for effective project planning
      • what should be included in a programme or a project plan, particularly activities, required resources and timescales and why the plan needs to be discussed and agreed with the project sponsors and any key stakeholders
      • how to brief programme or project team members on the plan, confirm their roles and responsibilities and provide ongoing support, encouragement and information
      • how to identify and manage potential risks and the importance of contingency planning
      • the type of changes that might need to be made to a programme or a project plan during implementation and the importance of agreeing these with the sponsors and stakeholders
      • why it is important to confirm satisfactory completion of the programme or the project with the sponsors and stakeholders
      • how to establish effective systems for evaluating the success of the programme or the project to identify lessons for the future and recognise the contributions of the team members
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the project management tools and techniques commonly used in the industry and sector
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out to manage programme or projects
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the sponsors, stakeholders, agreed key objectives and scope of the plan and the resources available for the programme or the project
      • the overall vision, objectives and plans of the organisation and any other relevant programmes of work or other projects being undertaken
      • your organisation's project management methodology, tools and techniques used to monitor, control and review progress
      • the mechanisms for consulting on the development of the programme or project plan and the feedback received from relevant employees
      • the roles and responsibilities of programme or project team members and the methods used for briefing, supporting, encouraging and providing information to them
      skill
      1. Acting assertively
      2. Analysing
      3. Balancing competing needs and interests
      4. Communicating
      5. Decision-making
      6. Delegating
      7. Influencing
      8. information management
      9. Involving employees
      10. Leadership
      11. Managing conflict
      12. Managing programmes
      13. Managing projects
      14. Monitoring
      15. Motivating
      16. Negotiating
      17. planning
      18. Presenting information
      19. Prioritising
      20. Problem solving
      21. Providing feedback
      22. Questioning
      23. reporting
      24. risk management
      25. Setting objectives
      26. Stress management
      27. Team building
      28. Thinking strategically
      29. Thinking systematically
      30. time management
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    38. Manage quality assurance systems
      INSML053 This standard is about managing quality assurance systems. You check systems to ensure that business processes consistently deliver products and services that meet customers' and other stakeholders' quality expectations and legal and regulatory requirements. You check that staff are competent and encourage them to take responsibility for achieving quality standards, motivating them to contribute to continuous improvement. You also detect, record and correct any shortfalls in quality and develop actions plans.
      duty
      1. ensure that your organisation's quality standards can deliver the quality of products and services your customers expect
      2. check that quality standards allow you to obtain any expected quality marks, awards or accreditation
      3. confirm that quality standards are in line with your organisation's values, aims and objectives
      4. establish systems, plans and resources to ensure quality standards are met and maintained
      5. specify staff roles and responsibilities in meeting quality standards
      6. check that staff are competent to fulfil their specified roles
      7. identify and assess risks of shortfalls in the quality of processes, products and services
      8. mitigate risks by taking preventative action in line with organisational procedures
      9. encourage colleagues to take personal responsibility for achieving quality standards and to address or report any actual or potential shortfalls
      10. obtain sufficient, valid information from your quality assurance system and other sources, including customers, to evaluate if processes, products and services are meeting the required standards
      11. provide feedback to motivate colleagues to maintain quality standards and improve performance
      12. detect and record any shortfall in the quality of processes, products and services
      13. investigate the causes of shortfalls and take corrective action within the required timescales
      14. report quality performance, including shortfalls and corrective actions taken, to stakeholders within agreed timescales
      15. encourage customers and colleagues to identify and recommend improvements to your quality assurance system
      16. develop plans to implement quality improvements which deliver significant benefits at reasonable cost and acceptable level of risk
      17. agree quality action plans with decision makers
      18. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing quality assurance systems
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to keep up to date with current developments, tools and techniques in quality management, customers' and other stakeholders' quality expectations
      • the value of quality marks, awards and accreditation to profile of an organisation and its brands
      • how to ensure the quality standards to which you are working can deliver the quality of products and services your customers expect
      • the importance of ensuring systems and plans are in place to ensure quality standards are met and maintained, and how to do so
      • the importance of keeping employees up to date about their roles in meeting quality standards, and how to ensure they are competent to fulfil the roles
      • the importance of encouraging employees to take personal responsibility for achieving quality standards and address or report any actual or potential shortfalls in the quality of processes, products and services
      • the importance of obtaining sufficient, valid information to enable you to evaluate accurately whether processes, products and services are meeting the required standards, and how to do so
      • the importance of providing feedback to motivate employees to maintain quality standards and continuously improve performance, and how to do so
      • how to detect, record and report quality performance, including any shortfall in the quality of processes, products and services, and investigate the cause(s) and corrective action to taken
      • the importance of encouraging customers and those involved in delivering products and services to identify and recommend quality improvements
      • how to develop resourced plans to implement quality improvements which deliver significant benefits at reasonable cost and acceptable level of risk
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements for quality assurance and current developments
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing quality assurance
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your customers' and other stakeholders' expectations regarding quality
      • your organisation's values, aims and objectives, products and services
      • your organisation's quality standards and the available resources to ensure these are met and maintained
      • the sources of information (including your quality assurance system and customers), that enable you to evaluate whether processes, products and services are meeting the required organisational standards
      • the relevant quality marks, awards or accreditation for your organisation, and how the quality standards to which you are working can obtain these
      skill
      1. Assessing
      2. Communicating
      3. Decision-making
      4. Evaluating
      5. Influencing
      6. information management
      7. Involving employees
      8. Monitoring
      9. Motivating
      10. Obtaining feedback
      11. planning
      12. Presenting information
      13. Providing feedback
      14. Questioning
      15. reporting
      16. Setting objectives
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    39. Manage redundancies
      INSML022 This standard is about managing redundancies. You seek support from colleagues and specialists to manage staff redundancies. You outline the consultation process to staff and justify the reasons that redundancies are required. You inform staff about the decisions related to redundancies and speak to the employees affected. You also keep other staff up to date to maintain their confidence and morale during the consultant process. The standard includes maintaining records and evaluating the redundancy process to identify improvements.
      duty
      1. seek support from colleagues or human resources specialists to manage redundancies when required
      2. provide accurate information on your organisation's redundancy policy and the appeals procedure to staff in your area of responsibility
      3. justify the reasons for the redundancies
      4. outline the consultation process for the redundancies with staff and their representatives
      5. confirm the number of employees being dismissed for reasons of redundancy
      6. outline the methods and criteria used to select employees for redundancy
      7. provide information about the alternative employment opportunities
      8. specify the learning opportunities, counselling or support available
      9. confirm the process and timescale for the redundancies
      10. confirm the method of calculating any redundancy payments
      11. inform employees selected for dismissal for reasons of redundancy clearly, considerately and confidentially
      12. interview employees being dismissed for reasons of redundancy to understand their experience of working in the organisation and of the redundancy process itself
      13. demonstrate empathy with staff needs, feelings and motivations and take an active interest in their concerns
      14. maintain the confidence and morale of remaining staff by sharing information about the process, in line with your organisation's confidentiality requirements
      15. comply with your organisation's redundancy policy and current legislation throughout the process
      16. maintain accurate records of the redundancy process and store these confidentially following organisational procedures
      17. evaluate the redundancy process with colleagues or human resources specialists
      18. identify areas for improvements in the redundancy process
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to break news to staff selected for redundancy dismissal and the importance of communicating information clearly, concisely, considerately and confidentially
      • the importance of providing learning opportunities, counselling and support; both for employees selected for redundancy dismissal and those who remain in employment
      • how to demonstrate empathy with staff needs, feelings and motivations during redundancy consultation
      • the importance of complying fully with your organisation's redundancy policy and current legislation throughout the process
      • the importance of keeping employees who remain in employment informed about the process, without breaching confidentiality, and how to do so in ways that maintain their confidence and morale
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements for managing redundancies
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your organisation's redundancy policy and appeals procedure
      • the sources of advice, guidance and support from colleagues or human resources specialists
      • the reasons why it is necessary to make redundancies
      • the numbers of employees being dismissed for reasons of redundancy
      • the methods and criteria for selecting employees for redundancy
      • the consultation process and timescales for the redundancies
      • the methods for calculating any redundancy payments
      • the redundancy consultation that has taken place with staff and their representatives
      • the alternative employment opportunities and how to decide which opportunities would be appropriate to offer to employees
      • the counselling available for employees selected for dismissal for reasons of redundancy or for those who remain in employment
      • your organisation's procedures for keeping accurate records in line with confidentiality and data protection policies
      skill
      1. Acting assertively
      2. Balancing competing needs and interests
      3. Communicating
      4. Decision-making
      5. Empathising
      6. Evaluating
      7. information management
      8. Interviewing
      9. Leadership
      10. Leading by example
      11. Managing conflict
      12. Monitoring
      13. Motivating
      14. Obtaining feedback
      15. planning
      16. Presenting information
      17. Providing feedback
      18. Stress management
      19. Valuing and supporting members of staff
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    40. Manage team communications
      INSML026 This standard is about managing team communications in your own team and between different teams. It includes supporting employees who work remotely or at different locations to communicate and feel part of a team. You confirm the information that your team requires and the information provided to internal and external teams. You select the communication media and styles that your team will use, and methods that match the requirements of your organisation's targets, resources and available technologies. You monitor communication and provide support to your team for any issues that arise. The standard also includes reviewing the resource requirements for remote, virtual teams, identifying, developing and maintaining tools and process to support work. You provide guidelines and facilitate collaboration, encouraging team members to share information. You also evaluate the effectiveness of team communications to identify and plan actions for improvement.
      duty
      1. confirm the information your team requires from you, other team members and other teams, and when they need it
      2. discuss the preferred communication media and styles for different employees and situations in your team
      3. agree the information your team need to provide to you, other team members and other teams, and when they need to provide it
      4. outline when your team should discuss their work and issues with you, other team members and other teams
      5. select the media and styles of communication that will be used
      6. agree team communication methods which meet their needs and match organisational targets, resources, and available technology
      7. agree the individual team contacts for specific work activities
      8. agree the communication methods to be used in urgent or exceptional circumstances
      9. provide information to your team as and when they need it
      10. monitor that your team provide you, other team members and other teams with the information they need, when they need it
      11. provide opportunities for team members to discuss their work and issues arising with you
      12. identify the key communication challenges for remote, virtual workers with stakeholders
      13. review the resource requirements for providing communication tools and processes for remote, virtual working with stakeholders
      14. identify, develop and maintain effective tools and processes to support remote, virtual teams
      15. identify networks, processes and systems that allow employees to connect to information and knowledge remotely
      16. provide guidelines, training, coaching and support to facilitate and encourage effective use of communication tools and processes
      17. provide guidelines to facilitate interactive collaboration between internal and external stakeholders
      18. encourage others to share information and knowledge within the constraints of confidentiality
      19. check that team members understand and adhere to regulatory, professional and commercial requirements
      20. resolve records management issues arising from communication and remote/virtual working
      21. evaluate the effectiveness of communication methods with team members and other teams to identify improvements
      22. plan actions to sustain or improve effective communication
      23. follow the industry legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role in managing team communications
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the principles and methods of effective communication and how to apply them
      • the range of media (e.g. face-to-face, paper, telephone, e-mail, internet) and styles of communication (e.g. written, spoken, visual, demonstration) that can be used and their features, advantages and benefits
      • the technologies that can support team communication and how to use them
      • how to discuss and agree communication needs with team members and other teams (internal and external)
      • how to review the effectiveness of communication methods with team members and other teams (internal and external)
      • the importance of providing team members with opportunities to discuss their work and issues arising, and how to do so
      • the range of tools and techniques available to support remote, virtual working, including face- to-face and technology-enabled solutions
      • how to enable the management of information resources for remote and virtual teams
      • how remote, virtual working interfaces with core business processes
      • the records, information and knowledge management issues that may arise from team and virtual working and how to resolve them
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role in managing team communications
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the types of communication needs that your team have, individually and collectively, to deliver the organisational objectives set
      • the internal and external teams that your staff communicate with to get information, including when and how they access this
      • why, how and when your team provides information to other teams and each other
      • the importance of receiving and providing information when it is required and the implications when communication breaks down
      • your organisation's working practices and how these affect teams, virtual teams and remote workers
      • the employees in your area of work, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
      • your organisation's requirements for reporting and providing information
      • the technologies and other resources available within your organisation that can facilitate communication, and the strengths and challenges of using them
      • the team members who should be contacted for specific purposes
      • the types of urgent or exceptional communication circumstances that may arise and how to deal with these
      skill
      1. Communicating
      2. Decision-making
      3. Empowering
      4. Evaluating
      5. information management
      6. Innovating
      7. Involving team members
      8. Monitoring
      9. Motivating
      10. Networking
      11. Obtaining feedback
      12. Problem solving
      13. Reflecting
      14. reviewing
      15. Team building
      16. Thinking creatively
      17. Thinking strategically
      18. Valuing and supporting members of staff
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    41. Manage the environmental and social impacts of your work
      INSML039 This standard is about managing work activities and resources in your area of responsibility to minimise the negative impact, and maximise the positive effect they may have on the environment and society. You contribute to environmental and social impact improvements by working with your team and stakeholders, organising sustainable resource use and ensuring compliance with environmental and social impact policies. You report environmental risks beyond your control and obtain specialist advice when required. You also implement changes to activities to reduce negative and increase positive impacts of your organisation's work on the environment and demonstrate corporate social responsibility.
      duty
      1. identify opportunities for improving the environmental and social impacts by engaging your team and stakeholders
      2. contribute to improving the environmental and social impacts by working with your team and stakeholders
      3. organise work activities and safe and sustainable use of resources
      4. assess work activities to ensure they comply with legal requirements, environmental and social impact policies
      5. agree actions to minimise negative and maximise positive impacts on the environment and society
      6. identify the environmental and social impacts of work activities
      7. identify the environmental and social impacts of the use of resources
      8. report any identified risks to the environment which you do not have the ability to control
      9. identify and implement changes to work activities and the use of resources that will reduce negative and increase positive impacts on the environment and society
      10. communicate the environmental and social benefits resulting from changes to work activities and the use of resources
      11. obtain specialist advice, where necessary, to help you identify and manage the environmental and social impacts of your work activities and use of resources
      12. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing the environmental and social impacts of your work
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to organise work activities and the use of resources in your area of responsibility so that they are efficient, effective and sustainable
      • the importance of organising work activities and the use of resources so that they minimise their negative and maximise their positive environmental and social impacts, and how to do this in your area of responsibility
      • how to engage employees and other stakeholders in managing the environmental and social impacts of work
      • how to identify and implement changes to work activities and the use of resources that will reduce their negative and increase their positive environmental and social impacts
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements for managing environmental performance
      • the industry and sector requirements for corporate social responsibility
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing the environmental and social impacts of your work
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your organisation's environmental and corporate social responsibility policies and how to comply with them
      • the types of risks to the environment that you do not have the ability to control within your role and why it is important to identify risks
      • the employees in your area of responsibility who can contribute to, and identify opportunities for, improving the environmental and social impacts of work
      • the range of environmental and social specialists that exists inside and/or outside your organisation
      • your role, responsibilities and limits of your authority in relation to managing the environmental and social impacts of your work
      skill
      1. Assessing
      2. Communicating
      3. Consulting
      4. Decision-making
      5. Evaluating
      6. Involving employees
      7. Monitoring
      8. planning
      9. Presenting information
      10. reporting
      11. risk management
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    42. Manage the redeployment of employees to new roles
      INSML021 This standard is about redeploying employees to new roles. You develop redeployment plans in accordance with your organisation's policies and procedures. You identify the need for redeployment based on business needs and communicate the reasons for this. You define and apply selection criteria to make fair decisions. The standard includes making redeployment offers to employees and justifying the changes that are necessary. These changes may concern their job roles, levels of responsibilities or working arrangements, especially where remote working is required. You show empathy to employees' perspectives and provide confidential support for them. You evaluate the redeployment process and make recommendations for improvements.
      duty
      1. engage colleagues and other stakeholders in developing plans for redeploying employees
      2. comply with your organisation's redeployment policies and procedures
      3. use internal and external specialist resources, where required
      4. identify the business need to redeploy employees to different roles, areas of the organisation or locations
      5. define specific, fair criteria for selecting individuals for redeployment
      6. apply the selection criteria objectively to identify those individuals to be redeployed
      7. communicate the reasons for redeployment to those affected making the decision-making criteria transparent
      8. make redeployment offers to individuals, specifying the new job specification, levels of responsibility, location and reporting arrangements
      9. justify any changes in salary, benefits or other terms and conditions including any relocation allowances or remote working arrangements
      10. confirm the date by which the offer must be accepted or rejected, and the alternatives if the offer is not accepted
      11. identify colleagues' needs, feelings and motivations related to redeployment of themselves and their colleagues
      12. provide support to individuals being deployed showing interest in their concerns
      13. protect the confidentiality and security of information following organisational procedures
      14. arrange induction, support, supervision and feedback to enable individuals to perform in their new roles
      15. evaluate the redeployment process with those involved
      16. identify any areas for improvement to the redeployment process and make recommendations
      17. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and managing the redeployment of employees
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to engage employees and other stakeholders in redeployment processes
      • the principles and methods of effective communication and how to apply them
      • how to establish fair and clear criteria for redeployment
      • how to match redeployed employees to different roles, areas of the organisation and/or locations
      • the content that is required in redeployment offers
      • the importance of arranging and providing induction, support, supervision and feedback to individuals being redeployed and how to do so
      • the importance of evaluating the effectiveness of redeployment processes and identifying areas for improvement
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the consultation requirements in your industry and sector
      • the employment practices in your industry and sector
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your organisation's redeployment policies and procedures
      • the specialist resources available to support redeployment processes and how to access and use them
      • the need for redeploying employees
      • how to communicate redeployment decisions to individuals and empathise with their needs. feelings and motivations
      • the relevant working arrangements or changes in location
      • the employment contracts with employees working at your organisation
      • the employees within your area of work, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
      • your own role, responsibilities and level of authority
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and managing the redeployment of employees
      skill
      1. Communicating
      2. Consulting
      3. Decision-making
      4. Empathising
      5. Evaluating
      6. information management
      7. Involving others
      8. Managing conflict
      9. Negotiating
      10. planning
      11. Presenting information
      12. reviewing
      13. Thinking systematically
      14. Valuing and supporting others
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    43. Manage yourself to achieve your work and personal objectives
      INSML001 This standard is about managing yourself to achieve your work and personal objectives. You develop objectives to achieve your organisation's vision and objectives in line with its values. You identify your priorities and focus your time and resources to achieve them. You also assess your own values, motivations and aspirations against your organisation's vision, objectives and values to align and manage conflicts. You recognise and manage your emotions and emotions of your colleagues, mental health and wellbeing, responding to new opportunities and urgent situations with positivity, energy and focus. You use emotional intelligence to discern between feelings, collate relevant information to guide your judgement, decision-making and adapt to the working environment to achieve your work and personal objectives.
      duty
      1. define the key purpose of your work role
      2. identify how your role contributes to achieving your organisation's vision and objectives
      3. identify how your role relates to other roles in the organisation and where there are opportunities for joint working and mutual support
      4. develop personal objectives which are compatible with the vision, objectives and values of your organisation
      5. prioritise objectives and plan work to make best use of available time and resources
      6. assess your own values, motivations and aspirations
      7. evaluate your organisation's vision, objectives and values against your own values, motivations and aspirations to identify alignment and conflicts
      8. plan methods to maximise alignment and resolve the personal or organisational conflicts
      9. agree and prioritise your objectives with members of staff you report to
      10. monitor your progress and achievements against objectives and deadlines
      11. manage your time to achieve objectives within agreed deadlines
      12. delegate responsibilities to colleagues to ensure that deadlines are met
      13. use the relevant technologies to help you achieve your objectives
      14. identify and remove distractions and activities that do not help achieve your objectives
      15. monitor changes to your organisation's objectives, processes, systems and structures
      16. identify how changes to the organisation's objectives, processes, systems and structures impact on your role
      17. identify new work opportunities as they arise
      18. respond quickly and positively to new opportunities and revise your objectives and priorities
      19. identify urgent situations that arise during work activities
      20. respond quickly and positively to urgent situations when they arise, revising your objectives and priorities as necessary
      21. maintain your wellbeing through self-reflection when working towards achievement of your objectives
      22. use emotional intelligence to recognise and evaluate your own and your colleagues' strengths and weaknesses, feelings, opinions and judgements
      23. manage your relationships with colleagues and customers to achieve your objectives
      24. request regular objective, specific and valid feedback on your performance from colleagues and customers
      25. monitor progress towards your objectives
      26. seek new sources of support and feedback, when necessary
      27. evaluate the achievement of your objectives with members of staff you report to
      28. agree changes to your objectives with those you report to, based on your performance, feedback received or changes in organisational priorities
      29. take actions to maintain balance between your professional and personal life, when required
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to identify the requirements of your work role
      • how to gather and validate information
      • how to analyse your work role and how it relates to other roles in the organisation.
      • the ways that you can assess your own values, motivations and aspirations
      • the importance of balancing personal values, motivations and aspirations with organisational vision, objectives and values
      • how to evaluate the impact of different factors on your role
      • the importance of managing your knowledge, understanding and skills
      • how to set work objectives which are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time-bound (SMART)
      • the ways to measure progress against your work objectives
      • how to monitor changes, trends and developments and revise objectives to incorporate them
      • the techniques for managing emotions, mental health and wellbeing
      • the methods for gathering feedback on your performance
      • how to make effective use of performance feedback
      • how to update work objectives based on your performance, feedback received or changes in organisational priorities
      • how to track time management and identify possible improvements
      • how to address multiple demands with focus and energy
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements for the development and maintenance of knowledge, skills and competence
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the colleagues and team members within your area of work, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
      • your organisation's business processes
      • your organisation's objectives
      • the agreed requirements of your work role including the limits of your responsibilities
      • your agreed personal work objectives
      • your organisation's structure and reporting lines
      • your own your own and your colleagues' strengths and weaknesses, feelings, opinions and judgements
      • your own values, motivations and aspirations
      • the importance of emotional intelligence in the workplace
      • your own emotions and the effect these have on your own actions and colleagues
      • the sources of performance feedback in your organisation
      skill
      1. Communicating
      2. Evaluating
      3. Empathy
      4. Motivation
      5. Obtaining feedback
      6. Managing self
      7. Personal resilience
      8. planning
      9. Prioritising
      10. reviewing
      11. Self-assessment
      12. Self-reflection
      13. Self-awareness
      14. Setting objectives
      15. time management
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    44. Optimise the use of technologies
      INSML040 This standard is about optimising the use of technologies. You engage with colleagues to develop approaches for using technologies, sourcing and using specialist when required. You review strategies for using technologies and monitoring their performance. You also identify planned technology changes including using them for new purposes and introducing new technologies. You benchmark to identify good practice and ensure your technologies are aligned to organisational strategy. The standard also includes communicating the strategy, checking compatibility, resolving technology problems and contingency planning. You support colleagues to use technologies, monitoring and maintaining systems during strategy implementation and reporting on performance.
      duty
      1. develop effective approaches to the use of technologies by engaging relevant colleagues
      2. identify and secure sources of internal and external specialist support
      3. identify the current approaches to the use of technologies within your organisation or area of responsibility
      4. identify any plans to discard or introduce technologies or to use existing technologies for different purposes within your organisation or work area
      5. carry out benchmarking to identify good practice in relation to the use of technologies
      6. identify lessons learnt and apply these to your organisation
      7. identify opportunities for introducing new technologies, adapting existing technologies or using existing technologies for different purposes
      8. develop your strategy for using technologies and monitoring performance, using specialist expertise when required
      9. implement your strategy for using technologies and monitoring performance, using specialist expertise when required
      10. review your strategy for using technologies and monitoring their performance
      11. ensure that your strategy for using technologies is aligned to the overall vision, values, objectives and plans of your organisation
      12. communicate the technology strategy to colleagues and key stakeholders
      13. check that new technologies are compatible with current technologies
      14. monitor the introduction of any technology, or adaptation of existing technology
      15. resolve technological problems within agreed organisational service levels
      16. provide resources and support to enable colleagues to make effective use of technologies
      17. ensure that contingency plans are in place in case technology fails
      18. maintain systems to monitor implementation of technologies
      19. report on technology performance for your organisation or area of responsibility
      20. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to optimising the effective use of technology
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the different types of technologies and the main factors to consider when assessing the use or introduction of new technologies, including the full costs and benefits
      • the importance of consulting with colleagues and relevant parties in relation to technologies
      • what an effective organisational strategy for using technologies should cover
      • the importance of contingency planning in relation to the ongoing use or introduction of technologies and how to do this
      • the different techniques and methods for communicating your organisation's strategy for using technologies
      • how to benchmark your organisation's use of strategy against other organisations
      • how to check the compatibility of new technologies with existing technologies
      • how to establish systems for reviewing the implementation of the strategy and identifying areas for improvement
      • the types of resources and support needed to enable colleagues to make the best use of technologies
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the trends and types of technology that are available to your industry and sector and their main features, benefits and drawbacks
      • the financial or other incentives or support that may be available for investing in technology in your industry and sector
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to optimising the effective use of technology
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the role of technologies in your organisation's culture and the current approaches to use
      • the plans to discard or introduce technologies, or use existing technologies for different purposes and who needs to be consulted across the organisation
      • the other parties with an interest in your organisation's use of technologies
      • the vision, values, objectives and plans of your organisation and how the technology strategy aligns
      • the systems in place for effective monitoring and reporting on the use of technologies, including contingency plans
      • the specialists who can advise your organisation on using technologies
      • what technologies have already been used in your organisation and what the outcomes were
      skill
      1. benchmarking
      2. Communicating
      3. Consulting
      4. contingency planning
      5. information management
      6. Innovating
      7. Involving colleagues
      8. Lead by example
      9. Leadership
      10. Monitoring
      11. Networking
      12. planning
      13. Problem solving
      14. Questioning
      15. reporting
      16. reviewing
      17. Thinking strategically
      18. Thinking systematically
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    45. Outsource business processes
      INSML058 This standard is about outsourcing business processes which are not part of your organisation's core competences. You identify non-core business processes with potential to outsource, assessing the benefits and risks that outsourcing may have for your organisation. You produce outsourcing business cases and present these to decision-makers to confirm agreement. You also manage the human resource implications linked to outsourcing. The standard includes developing a specification to support vendor tendering, inviting vendors to submit tenders and assessing applications to select the most suitable supplier. You work with legal specialists to negotiate the vendor contract and communicate the plans to internal and external stakeholders. You work with the vendor to transfer business processes, then manage risks and monitor performance against the contract.
      duty
      1. engage colleagues and other stakeholders in outsourcing decisions and managing outsourcing arrangements
      2. analyse your organisation's core competences and identify business processes which are non-core
      3. assess the potential benefits, costs, disadvantages, risks and legal and ethical implications of outsourcing non-core processes
      4. produce business cases for outsourcing non-core processes
      5. present business cases to decision-makers and confirm actions if they agree that outsourcing is worth pursuing
      6. manage the human resource implications of outsourcing, including any redundancy, redeployment, training and development, and cultural issues
      7. identify and evaluate potential vendors to outsource the processes to
      8. develop a specification of your outsourcing requirements
      9. invite potential vendors to tender for outsourced work
      10. assess tenders received against the specifications
      11. select the vendor which best meets your criteria
      12. negotiate an outsourcing contract with the vendor which specifies the volume and level of service to be provided, payment terms
      13. monitor the vendor's performance in partnership with work with legal specialists
      14. communicate outsourcing plans, both internally and externally as required
      15. monitor staff reactions to outsourcing plans and address their concerns
      16. develop a plan to transfer the business processes to the vendor including contingency plans to manage risks
      17. transfer the business processes to the vendor, addressing any emerging issues
      18. monitor the vendor's ongoing performance in line with the contract, addressing any anomalies that occur
      19. review the outsourcing arrangement at agreed points and in the event of significant changes in the operating environment
      20. evaluate the business outsourcing processes to identify areas for improvement
      21. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to outsourcing business processes
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to engage colleagues and stakeholders in outsourcing decisions and managing outsourcing arrangements
      • the difference between core and non-core business processes
      • how to assess the potential benefits, costs, disadvantages, risks, and legal and ethical implications of outsourcing non-core processes
      • how to make a business case for outsourcing non-core processes
      • the potential human resource implications of outsourcing, including redundancy, redeployment, training and development, and cultural issues, and how to address these
      • how to identify and evaluate potential vendors to which you could outsource the process, including the use of vendor rating systems
      • the importance of inviting potential vendors to tender against a specification of your requirements
      • how to assess and select the vendor which best meets your criteria
      • the techniques for negotiating and agreeing a legally binding outsourcing contract, and how to work with legal specialists
      • the importance of a legally binding outsourcing contract with a vendor specifying in detail the volume and level of service to be provided, payment terms and how the vendor's performance will be monitored
      • the importance of communicating the outsourcing plans internally and externally as required, and how to do so clearly and effectively
      • how to monitor a vendor's performance in line with the contract, promptly and effectively addressing any anomalies that occur
      • the importance of working closely with the vendor to transfer the business process to them, and how to do this
      • how to identify potential risks and emerging issues when transferring the business process and how to resolve them
      • the importance of reviewing the outsourcing arrangement at agreed points and in the event of significant changes in the business environment
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements for outsourcing business processes
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out to outsource business processes
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the individuals in your area of work, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
      • your organisation's core and non-core business processes
      • your organisation's procedures and relevant legal requirements for inviting tenders to supply your requirements
      skill
      1. Analysing
      2. Assessing
      3. Communicating
      4. Decision-making
      5. Evaluating
      6. Monitoring
      7. Negotiating
      8. Persuading
      9. Presenting information
      10. Questioning
      11. reviewing
      12. risk management
      13. Thinking strategically
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    46. Plan and monitor the work of sales teams
      INSML047 This standard is about planning and monitoring the work of sales teams. You create sales and call plans for a team of sales staff. You select sales team structures and activities based on identified customer needs and selling opportunities, setting financial and sales activity targets. You also review selling procedures and monitor sales call effectiveness, adjusting plans when required.
      duty
      1. identify factors affecting sales trends for your organisation
      2. measure the impact of trends on the existing sales structure and resources available
      3. analyse the implications of trends for existing and future sales structures
      4. evaluate the criteria your key customers use to choose suppliers, and how these impact your customers' buying practices
      5. analyse sales resource requirements, based on information about the number, size and location of customers
      6. identify potential gaps that need to be fulfilled to achieve sales targets
      7. select an approach for structuring your sales team activities including territories, customer types and industry sectors
      8. assign sales team members using the approach selected, matching their knowledge, abilities and skills to the requirements of customers within the relevant territories, customer types or sectors
      9. identify customers and prospects to contact by telephone, email, or in person
      10. estimate the time required to deal with your prospective or existing customers to sell effectively
      11. set financial and sales activity targets for the sales team
      12. review the selling procedures of the sales team to ensure that they can meet sales targets
      13. monitor the effectiveness of sales call plans, identifying any significant variances from agreed targets
      14. encourage members of sales teams to discuss new ideas for improvement and offer criticisms
      15. make agreed tactical adjustments to call plans, where necessary, to achieve targets
      16. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to planning and monitoring the work of sales teams
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the different ways of structuring sales forces, including territory management, customer type and industry sector management, and the reasons for selecting each
      • the reasons why an organisation might establish, maintain or change its sales management structure
      • how sales structures are established and the factors to be considered when establishing an appropriate structure
      • the concept of 'preferred supplier' status as used by customers when selecting suppliers of products and services
      • the variety of procurement practices used by a range of organisations
      • how to prioritise calls according to the potential value and probability of a sale
      • how to develop a call plan, record the outcome of each call effectively and measure the success of sales calls
      • the techniques for motivating a sales force, including the use of tactical sales incentives
      • the exchange of ideas and criticism for performance improvement
      • the sources of general and specialist advice on effective resourcing of the sales team
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to planning and monitoring the work of sales teams
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your own organisation's products and services, sales strategies, plans and targets, including those in relation to relevant key accounts
      • the employment contracts and current working practices of the sales team
      • the geographical spread of your organisation's potential and existing customers
      • the criteria used by your key customers to select their suppliers, and how they affect their procurement practice
      • your organisation's actual and potential competitors and partners and the key features of their selling strategies
      skill
      1. Analysing
      2. Communicating
      3. Decision-making
      4. Evaluating
      5. information management
      6. Involving employees
      7. Monitoring
      8. Obtaining feedback
      9. planning
      10. Presenting information
      11. Problem solving
      12. Setting objectives
      13. Thinking strategically
      14. Thinking with a focus on customers
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    47. Plan change in your work environment
      INSML016 This standard is about the planning change in your work environment. You engage employees and other stakeholders and assess the gap between current and future states. You identify obstacles to change and plan approaches to overcome them. The standard includes planning business continuity activities and communication strategies to keep stakeholders informed. You also identify change in roles and responsibilities and the training and support requirements of employees and colleagues. You communicate your change plans to explain how different stakeholders are affected and overcome difficulties during planning. You also monitor engagement with the change programme and recognise the contributions and cooperation of those involved. You evaluate the process to identify improvements to future organisational changes.
      duty
      1. engage employees and other stakeholders in planning changes
      2. outline the processes, systems, structures, roles or cultures that need to be changed with stakeholders
      3. assess the gap between the current state and the required future state
      4. identify obstacles to changes
      5. develop a plan to achieve the required changes agreed
      6. agree evaluation criteria to measure the success of change processes with stakeholders
      7. identify the roles and responsibilities of colleagues involved in or affected by the changes
      8. plan for the continuity of business activities during the period of changes
      9. evaluate the risks associated with plans and develop contingency arrangements
      10. identify how and when progress will be monitored against the plans
      11. develop communication strategies to keep colleagues and stakeholders informed about the progress
      12. present plans for change using appropriate tools to evaluate its impact
      13. ask employees and stakeholders to give feedback on changes
      14. ask employees and stakeholders to suggest innovations and improvements to products, services, processes, systems, structures, roles and cultures
      15. communicate the business case for changes, specifying both the benefits, costs and risks
      16. provide opportunities for employees and other stakeholders to discuss business cases for change, provide feedback, express any concerns and make suggestions
      17. plan changes, identifying roles and responsibilities
      18. evaluate how the changes will affect employees and other stakeholders
      19. mitigate for change and understand the differences between change and crisis management
      20. identify training or support that employees and stakeholders need and how and when these will be provided
      21. communicate with employees and other stakeholders about change processes, specifying how it affects them and any actions required of them
      22. discuss planning progress, overcoming difficulties and inviting suggestions for improvements
      23. monitor engagement with and responses to the change planning processes
      24. provide training, support and encouragement to colleagues
      25. recognise the contributions and cooperation of those involved and affected by the change
      26. evaluate employees experience of the change planning process and use the lessons learned to improve future change processes
      27. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out to plan organisational change
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the main models and methods for managing organisational change, and their strengths and weaknesses, and how to select an approach that matches a defined organisational change
      • the theory of teams, including team-building techniques and how to apply them when engaging employees and stakeholders to plan and deliver organisational change
      • how to develop and gain consensus on criteria for evaluating the success of the change process with stakeholders
      • how to assess the risks and benefits associated with change strategies and plans
      • the importance of contingency planning and how to do so effectively
      • the obstacles to change, and the techniques that deal with these
      • the range of stakeholder expectations and how they influence the process
      • how to engage employees and other stakeholders in change processes
      • the principles and methods of effective communication and how to apply them
      • how to encourage people to provide feedback and respond appropriately to feedback
      • how to identify individual training needs and provide the support people need to cope with change
      • the monitoring and evaluation principles, methods, tools and techniques
      • how to evaluate people's experience of change and identify the lessons to be learned
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • your organisation's current position in its sector and operating environment, compared with its main competitors, relevant to change programmes
      • the range of information sources that are relevant to the sector, and related sectors, in which your organisation operates
      • the current and emerging trends and developments in your sector
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the individuals within your area of work, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
      • your organisation's culture, the vision for the future, reasons for change, consultation processes, the risks and expected benefits
      • the business-critical activities, interdependencies, factors that need to be changed, and the associated priorities and reasons
      • your organisation's communication channels, both formal and informal
      • the change management frameworks and methods used in your organisation
      • how to mitigate for change and the differences between change and crisis management
      • the business case for change in your organisation, including cost-benefit analysis techniques
      • the different obstacles to change within your organisation
      • your organisation's stakeholders, their interests and expectations
      skill
      1. Analysing
      2. Assessing
      3. Communicating
      4. Consulting
      5. contingency planning
      6. Decision-making
      7. Empathising
      8. Empowering
      9. Evaluating
      10. Influencing
      11. information management
      12. Innovating
      13. Involving others
      14. Monitoring
      15. Negotiating
      16. Obtaining feedback
      17. Persuading
      18. Presenting information
      19. planning
      20. Problem solving
      21. Reflecting
      22. reporting
      23. risk management
      24. Stress management
      25. Team building
      26. Thinking systematically
      27. Valuing and supporting others
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    48. Plan the workforce
      INSML019 This standard is about planning the workforce. You engage with stakeholders and specialists to assist with workforce planning. You evaluate your organisation's strategy and plans to identify what is required to deliver them. You also review the current workforce for capacity and capability to deliver and identify learning and development needs. The standard includes checking workforce diversity and developing plans using internal and external specialists. You confirm that employment contracts and resources are in place to meet your organisation's requirements. You also communicate workforce plans and consider contingencies to deal with unforeseen circumstances.
      duty
      1. engage colleagues and key stakeholders in planning workforce requirements
      2. confirm specialist resources to assist in workforce planning activities, where necessary
      3. evaluate your organisation's strategic objectives and plans to obtain information needed for workforce planning purposes and identify any key issues for further consideration
      4. identify the knowledge, skills and competence required to deliver your organisation's strategic objectives and plans
      5. review the capacity and capability of the current workforce to meet identified knowledge, skills and competence requirements
      6. identify any learning or development needs of the current workforce to meet requirements
      7. check that the diversity of the workforce provides a suitable mix of people to achieve its objectives
      8. interpret the range of needs of your workforce
      9. develop workforce plans that meet the organisation's long, medium, and short-term requirements, making effective use of internal and external specialists
      10. check that employment contracts meet the needs of the organisation
      11. confirm that resources needed to recruit, develop, retain and redeploy people are available
      12. develop contingency plans to deal with unforeseen circumstances and maintain business continuity
      13. identify any recurring issues that cause people to leave your organisation and seek to address these
      14. communicate workforce plans to colleagues
      15. review your workforce plans when required by your organisation, or in the light of changes to your organisation's strategic objectives and plans
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to engage employees and other stakeholders in workforce planning
      • what an effective workforce plan should cover to meet organisational requirements
      • the information required to undertake workforce planning
      • the legislation and requirements relating to employment, workers' welfare and rights, equality and health and safety
      • how to take account of equality, diversity and inclusion issues in workforce planning
      • the strategies and services which need to be in place for when employees leave, including redundancy counselling
      • the importance of putting contingency plans in place and how to do so effectively
      • the different ways in which workforce requirements can be met, their advantages and disadvantages, costs and benefits
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the types of employment contracts typically used within the industry and sector
      • the patterns for employing, recruiting, and retaining employees in the industry and sector
      • the trends and developments in the sector which are relevant to workforce planning
      • the legislation, regulations and codes of practice that apply in the industry and sector
      • the working culture and practices of the industry and sector
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the individuals within your organisation, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
      • the internal and external specialist resources available for workforce planning and how to make use of them
      skill
      1. Analysing
      2. Communicating
      3. contingency planning
      4. Decision-making
      5. Evaluating
      6. information management
      7. Monitoring
      8. planning
      9. Prioritising
      10. reviewing
      11. Scenario building
      12. Thinking creatively
      13. Thinking strategically
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    49. Produce and procure products and services from external suppliers
      INSML056 This standard is about producing and procuring products and services from external suppliers. You engage with colleagues to take decisions about whether to produce products and services within your organisation or whether to buy them from other organisations. You review capacity and capability of your own and suppliers to produce the products and services identified. You make decisions by analysing costs, benefits and risks, considering ethics and sustainability. The standard includes creating specifications and selecting suppliers that best meet your organisation's requirements. You monitor the performance of suppliers and resolve any problems that arise, reviewing your decisions to align with changes in your operating environment.
      duty
      1. engage colleagues and key stakeholders in deciding whether to produce or buy in products and services
      2. establish your organisation's requirements for products and services
      3. establish whether your organisation has the capability and capacity to produce required products and services, or could develop capability and capacity in the timescale required
      4. identify potential suppliers and evaluate their capability and capacity to supply required products and services in the timescale required
      5. analyse the costs of producing products and services in-house, including the benefits of developing new capability and expertise
      6. analyse the costs of buying in products and services, including procurement processes and the benefits of collaborative arrangements
      7. evaluate the risks involved in producing products and services compared to buying them in
      8. review ethical and sustainability considerations and the interests of key stakeholders
      9. decide whether to produce or buy in products and services based on your analysis of costs and benefits, risks, review of ethical and sustainability considerations, and the interests of key stakeholders
      10. record and communicate your decision, explaining your rationale and the assumptions made
      11. seek support from colleagues, procurement or legal specialists when required
      12. create specifications for products and services to meet your organisation's requirements
      13. identify a diverse range of products and services suppliers to compare options
      14. select products and services suppliers which offer the optimal mix of quality, cost, timeliness and reliability
      15. negotiate with selected suppliers to reach an agreement which offers value for money and is acceptable to both parties
      16. agree a contract which states the quality and quantity of products and services to be supplied, timescales, costs, terms and conditions, and the consequences if either party fails to comply with the contract
      17. monitor the performance of suppliers in terms of the quality, timeliness and reliability of products and services
      18. resolve any supplier problems, in accordance with the terms of the contract
      19. review your decisions to produce or buy in products and services at agreed intervals, taking account of the actual costs and benefits and any changes in your organisation's operating environment
      20. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to procuring products and services
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the importance of consulting with colleagues to identify requirements for products and services and decisions to produce or buy in products and services
      • how to draw up detailed specifications for procuring products and services
      • how to source products and services and compare alternative suppliers
      • how to select products and services suppliers which offer the optimal mix of quality, costs, timeliness and reliability
      • how to negotiate with selected suppliers to reach an agreement which offers value for money and is acceptable to both parties
      • the importance of agreeing a contract which clearly states quality and quantity of products and services, timescales and costs, terms and conditions, and consequences if either party fails to comply with the contract
      • how to monitor the performance of suppliers in terms of the quality, timeliness and reliability of products and services
      • the importance of taking prompt action to resolve any problems with the performance of suppliers, in accordance with the terms of the contract, and how to decide what action should be taken and when
      • how to evaluate your organisation's actual or potential capability and capacity to produce required products and services
      • how to evaluate the capability and capacity of potential suppliers
      • how to carry out cost-benefit analyses and identify and evaluate risks
      • the decision-making principles, methods, tools and techniques and how to apply them
      • the importance of carrying out regular reviews of your decisions to produce or buy in products and services, and how to do so
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements for procuring products/services
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to procuring products and services
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the sources of advice, guidance and support from colleagues or procurement or legal specialists on any aspect of procuring products and services about which you are unsure
      • the limits of your own knowledge, skills and competence and whom to consult with to identify your requirements for products and services and suppliers, where necessary
      • the sources of products and services suppliers which meet your organisation's requirements
      • your organisation's strategic objectives, values, key stakeholders, business activities, processes and requirements for products and services
      • your organisation's ethical and sustainability considerations that may impact on your decisions
      skill
      1. Analysing
      2. Assessing
      3. Communicating
      4. Consulting
      5. Decision-making
      6. Evaluating
      7. Forecasting
      8. information management
      9. Involving others
      10. Influencing
      11. Monitoring
      12. Negotiating
      13. Obtaining feedback
      14. planning
      15. Presenting information
      16. Problem solving
      17. reporting
      18. reviewing
      19. Thinking systematically
      20. Thinking strategically
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    50. Promote and manage staff wellbeing
      INSML028 This standard is about promoting and managing the wellbeing of your staff. You review your organisation's key indicators to understand the levels of wellbeing in your organisation. You create plans and implement initiatives to promote and manage employee wellbeing. You also check that workloads are achievable within the available working hours and provide support to assist staff to fulfil their responsibilities. You provide opportunities for staff to talk about wellbeing and discuss problems with them. The standard includes consulting with internal and external sources of expertise and referring individuals for specialist support to alleviate problems affecting their wellbeing.
      duty
      1. engage staff, their representatives and other stakeholders in promoting staff wellbeing
      2. review key indicators to identify patterns and trends
      3. analyse the available quantitative and qualitative data to determine levels of staff wellbeing
      4. review current research and ideas related to staff wellbeing
      5. create plans to improve staff wellbeing based on your analysis
      6. identify areas of your organisation that create support to develop a wellbeing culture
      7. implement specific initiatives to enhance staff wellbeing in identified areas
      8. check that objectives and workloads of staff are achievable within the working hours available
      9. provide staff with the training, support and supervision they need to be able to fulfil their responsibilities effectively both now and, in the future,
      10. provide opportunities for teams to talk about their wellbeing
      11. discuss problems affecting wellbeing with individual staff
      12. respect individual confidentiality in relation to information sharing or addressing the issues and problems
      13. identify when staff have problems affecting their wellbeing and take action to alleviate the problems, where possible
      14. consult with specialists, where their problems are outside your area of competence or authority
      15. refer staff to specialists, when required
      16. follow the industry legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role in promoting and managing staff wellbeing
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to engage staff, their representatives and other key stakeholders in promoting staff wellbeing
      • the key indicators (such as attendance, retention, working hours, productivity, job satisfaction, innovative suggestions) and measures of staff wellbeing
      • the quantitative data (such as absenteeism, staff turnover, accident records, overtime) which can be used to evaluate levels of staff wellbeing
      • the qualitative information (such as supervisory meetings, appraisals, exit interviews, staff surveys, body language) which can be used to evaluate levels of staff wellbeing
      • how to analyse quantitative data and qualitative information to determine levels of staff wellbeing
      • the initiatives that can be implemented to reduce stress and enhance staff wellbeing
      • how to calculate achievable objectives and workloads for staff
      • the importance of providing staff with opportunities to discuss issues affecting their wellbeing
      • how to recognise signs that staff are having problems affecting their wellbeing
      • the actions you can take to alleviate problems affecting staff wellbeing
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements for enhancing staff wellbeing
      • the industry legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role in promoting staff wellbeing
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the data available in your organisation that can inform an assessment of staff wellbeing
      • why it is important to confirm with confidentiality while sharing or receiving information about individual issues or problems
      • the individuals within your area of work, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
      • the internal and external sources of specialist expertise (such as HR staff, mental health first aiders, employee assistance programmes, charities, local support groups)
      skill
      1. Communicating
      2. Empathising
      3. Evaluating
      4. Leadership
      5. Leading by example
      6. Obtaining feedback
      7. planning
      8. Problem solving
      9. reviewing
      10. risk management
      11. Setting objectives
      12. Stress management
      13. Team building
      14. Valuing and supporting members of staff
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    51. Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion in your organisation
      INSML008 This standard is about promoting equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion in your organisation. You identify your own and your organisation's responsibilities and liabilities related to equality, diversity and inclusion. You actively promote diversity and inclusion in the way that you behave and the language that you use. You review the diversity needs of colleagues and customers and identify improvements that can be made, taking action to uphold individuals' rights. You maintain systems to monitor, review and report on progress related to equality, diversity and inclusion and seek specialist expertise when required.
      duty
      1. identify your organisation's and your own responsibilities and liabilities under equality, diversity and inclusion legislation and any relevant codes of practice
      2. identify your own responsibilities and liabilities under equality, diversity and inclusion legislation and any relevant codes of practice
      3. check that your organisation's written equality, diversity and inclusion policy and action plan enables you to carry out your own responsibilities
      4. agree revisions to your organisation's written equality, diversity and inclusion policy and action plan with decision makers, if required
      5. check that the equality, diversity and inclusion policy and action plan has been communicated to all colleagues and other relevant stakeholders
      6. challenge the status quo and seek better alternatives when required
      7. promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion by engaging colleagues and other key stakeholders
      8. agree management commitment to promoting equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion
      9. check that commitment to promoting equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion underpins your organisation's vision, values, objectives and plans
      10. use language and behaviours that role-models your organisation's commitment to equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion
      11. monitor the language and behaviours used by colleagues to ensure it supports your organisation's commitment to equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion
      12. review the diversity and needs of your organisation's current and potential customers
      13. select communication media and styles that meet the needs of different colleagues, customers and situations
      14. identify areas where needs are not being satisfied or where the diversity of customers should be improved
      15. review the diversity of the workforce, at all levels, in comparison to the population and your organisation's current and potential customers and
      16. consider the views and actions of colleagues, team members and other stakeholders when making decisions
      17. support colleagues, team members and other stakeholders to encourage use of their knowledge, skills and expertise
      18. take action to uphold individuals' rights following your organisation's guidelines for decision-making and building allyship
      19. identify areas for improvement in the diversity of the workforce
      20. seek specialist expertise in relation to equality, diversity and inclusion issues, where required
      21. maintain systems to monitor, review and report on progress in relation to equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion within your organisation
      22. use the findings of your reviews to identify required actions and changes to practice
      23. comply with, and ensure others comply with, legal requirements, industry regulations, organisational policies and professional codes
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • your organisation's and your personal responsibilities and liabilities under equality, diversity and inclusion legislation and the relevant codes of practice
      • the different definitions of equality, diversity and inclusion
      • the different forms which discrimination and harassment might take in the workplace
      • the business case for ensuring equality of opportunity and promoting diversity and inclusion
      • the importance of senior management commitment to promoting equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion and how this can be achieved
      • why it is important to lead by example in terms of your behaviour, words and actions supporting a commitment to equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion
      • how to recognise when the behaviour, words and actions of colleagues and customers does, and does not, support a commitment to equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion and the actions that can be taken to correct behaviours
      • the importance of reviewing the diversity and needs of an organisation's current and potential customers to identify areas for improvement and how to review
      • the importance of reviewing the diversity of an organisation's workforce, at all levels, to identify areas for improvement and how to review
      • how to develop a written equality, diversity and inclusion policy and what it should cover
      • how to communicate the organisation's equality, diversity and inclusion policy to all people who work for the organisation and other relevant parties
      • the sources of specialist expertise in relation to equality, diversity and inclusion
      • how to establish systems for monitoring, reviewing and reporting on progress in relation to equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion within an organisation
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector-specific legislation, regulations, guidelines and codes of practice relating to equality, diversity and inclusion
      • the range of equality, diversity and inclusion issues and developments that are particular to your industry and sector
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the overall vision, values, objectives, plans and culture of your organisation
      • why allyship in the workplace is important
      • the planning and decision-making processes within your organisation including the guidelines related to fairness and consistency
      • your organisation's current and potential customers and their needs
      • the current diversity of your organisation's workforce
      • the key stakeholders with an interest in equality, diversity and inclusion in your organisation
      • your organisation's written equality, diversity and inclusion policy and action plan and how they are communicated to colleagues and to other relevant stakeholders
      • the mechanisms for consulting with colleagues or their representatives on equality, diversity and inclusion issues, and why consideration of their views and actions is important
      • the sources of specialist expertise in relation to equality, diversity and inclusion used by your organisation (internal and external)
      • your organisation's systems for monitoring, reviewing and reporting on progress in relation to equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion
      skill
      1. Building allyship
      2. Communicating
      3. Consulting
      4. Empathising
      5. Evaluating
      6. Influencing
      7. Involving others
      8. Leadership
      9. Leading by example
      10. Monitoring
      11. Persuading
      12. planning
      13. reporting
      14. reviewing
      15. Valuing and supporting others
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    52. Provide healthy, safe and secure working environments and practices
      INSML055 This standard is about providing healthy, safe and secure working environments and practices. You ensure that the physical environment and working practices in your area of responsibility comply with your organisation's health and safety policy statement and that resources are secure. You consult your team and representatives on health and safety issues, ensuring that systems are in place to identify and assess hazards and risks. You also take action to control or eliminate hazards, using specialists or referring concerns to colleagues when they are outside your limits of authority. The standard also includes setting up systems to monitor, measure and report on health, safety, security and productivity within your work area. You demonstrate your commitment to health, safety, security and productivity by setting a good example to your team.
      duty
      1. identify your personal responsibilities and liabilities under health and safety legislation
      2. communicate your organisation's health and safety policy statement to employees in your area of responsibility and other colleagues
      3. ensure the working environments and practices in your area of responsibility comply with your organisation's health and safety policy statement and are reviewed when required
      4. check compliance with your organisation's health and safety policy statement following any significant changes to the environment, practices or legislation
      5. consult employees in your area of responsibility or their representatives on health and safety issues, in line with organisational requirements
      6. set up a system for identifying health and safety hazards in your area of responsibility
      7. implement a risk assessment system in your area of responsibility
      8. ensure that a system is in place for identifying and assessing risks to the security of resources in your area of responsibility
      9. agree actions to eliminate or control identified hazards and manage identified risks
      10. refer identified hazards and risks outside your level/area of authority to colleagues responsible for health and safety
      11. ensure that the health and safety of employees and the security of resources and information are prime considerations when designing or reviewing working environments and practices
      12. allocate sufficient resources across your area of responsibility to deal with health, safety and security issues
      13. seek and make use of specialist expertise, where required
      14. set up systems for monitoring, measuring and reporting of health, safety, security and productivity performance in your area of responsibility
      15. demonstrate your personal commitment to health, safety, security and productivity through your actions
      16. review the application of health and safety policy statement in your area of responsibility and make recommendations to inform future developments
      17. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to providing healthy, safe, secure and productive working environments and practices
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the importance of health, safety and security in the workplace, your personal responsibilities and liabilities under health and safety legislation and how to keep up with legislative and other developments relating to health and safety
      • how to communicate the written health and safety policy statement to employees who work in your area of responsibility and other relevant parties
      • how to identify risks to the security of resources and information and actions you can take to mitigate these risks
      • how and when to consult with employees in your area of responsibility or their representatives on health, safety and security issues
      • the ways of developing a culture in your area of responsibility which puts health, safety and security first and the importance of setting a good example to employees
      • how to establish and use systems for identifying hazards and assessing risks, the actions that should be taken to control or eliminate them, and the type of resources required
      • how to establish systems for monitoring, measuring and reporting on health, safety and security performance in your area of responsibility
      • how and when to review the application of the written health and safety policy statement in your area of responsibility and produce/provide findings to inform future planning and decision-making
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector-specific legislation, regulations, guidelines and codes of practice relating to health, safety and security
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to providing healthy, safe, secure and productive working environments and practices
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the employees with an interest in health, safety and security in your area of responsibility
      • your organisation's written health and safety policy statement and how it is communicated to employees at your organisation and to other relevant parties
      • the sources of specialist expertise available to support you in managing health, safety and security
      • the operational plans for your area of responsibility and the resources allocated to and across your area of responsibility for health, safety and security
      • the allocated responsibilities for health, safety and security in your area and your organisation in general
      • the systems in place in your area of responsibility for identifying hazards, assessing risks, taking actions and who to refer to when identified hazards or risks are outside your level and area of authority
      • the systems in place for monitoring, measuring and reporting of health, safety and security performance in your area of responsibility
      skill
      1. Communicating
      2. Consulting
      3. Decision-making
      4. information management
      5. Involving employees
      6. Leadership
      7. Monitoring
      8. planning
      9. Presenting information
      10. Prioritising
      11. Questioning
      12. reporting
      13. reviewing
      14. risk management
      15. Thinking systematically
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    53. Provide leadership to your team
      INSML005 The standard is about providing leadership to your team. You communicate your organisation's vison and values and the team's purpose and objectives, engaging team members to define direction and commit their energies and expertise to achieving results. You agree work objectives for individuals and manage your team through challenges. The standard includes encouraging your team to take responsibility, be creative and innovative, take the lead and work autonomously within defined boundaries. You motivate and support your team to achieve objectives, modelling your organisation's values and expected behaviours.
      duty
      1. communicate the purpose and objectives of the team to all members
      2. define direction within your area of responsibility by engaging your team
      3. plan how the team will achieve its objectives by consulting with them
      4. agree individual work objectives with all team members
      5. explain how individual objectives help to achieve the objectives of the team and the organisation
      6. persuade your team to commit their efforts and expertise to achieving results
      7. communicate a vision and shared values of where your organisation is going
      8. check that your team understand how the operational plans align with your organisation's vision, values and objectives
      9. manage your area successfully through challenges
      10. develop a range of leadership styles and apply them to different roles and situations
      11. communicate regularly and effectively with your team
      12. demonstrate that you listen to what your team say and act on it
      13. encourage team members to take responsibility for their own development needs
      14. support team members' resilience
      15. provide support and advice face-to-face or while working remotely
      16. encourage and recognise creativity and innovation within the team
      17. motivate team members to achieve their work and development objectives, providing recognition when they are successful
      18. empower team members to work autonomously and take their own decisions within agreed boundaries
      19. encourage team members to take the lead in their own areas of expertise, following their lead
      20. model behaviours that reflect your organisation's values and expected behaviours to build trust and support in your team
      21. make decisions that meet your organisation's requirements for fairness and integrity
      22. protect your own and your team's work against negative impacts
      23. request feedback from others and act on this to improve your leadership practice
      24. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role when providing leadership to your team
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to engage team members within your area of responsibility to define team direction and persuade them to commit their energies and expertise to achieving results
      • the differences between managing and leading and how to empower team members
      • how to create and communicate a compelling vision to different audiences within your area of responsibility
      • the different leadership styles and how to select and apply these to different situations and team members
      • how to lead and motivate your team face-to-face or remotely
      • how to get and make use of feedback from team members and other colleagues on your leadership performance.
      • the types of difficulties and challenges that may arise and ways of identifying and addressing them
      • how to create and maintain a culture which encourages and recognises creativity and innovation
      • the importance of recognising individual strengths, encouraging others to take the lead and ways to achieve this
      • how to select and successfully apply different methods for encouraging, motivating and supporting team members and recognising achievement
      • how to set objectives which are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time-bound (SMART)
      • how to plan the achievement of team objectives and the importance of involving team members in this process
      • the importance of showing team members how personal work objectives contribute to achievement of team and organisational objectives
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements for the development and maintenance of knowledge, skills and competence
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your own role, responsibilities and level of authority
      • your team members, their roles, responsibilities, competences, needs, motivations, strengths, limitations and potential
      • how to encourage and support resilience of your team members
      • your own values, motivations, emotions, strengths and limitations in your leadership role
      • the vision, strategic objectives and culture of the overall organisation and how your team's purpose, objectives, and operational plans for your area of responsibility align
      • the types of support and advice that team members are likely to need and how to respond to these
      • the leadership styles used across the organisation and how you compare
      • the personal work objectives and organisational standards of performance for your team members
      skill
      1. coaching
      2. Communicating
      3. Decision-making
      4. Empowering
      5. Evaluating
      6. Following
      7. Involving others
      8. Influencing
      9. Leadership
      10. Leading by example
      11. Managing conflict
      12. Monitoring
      13. Motivating
      14. Obtaining feedback
      15. Performance management
      16. Persuading
      17. planning
      18. Problem solving
      19. Presenting information
      20. Prioritising
      21. Providing feedback
      22. Supporting teams
      23. Supporting individual resilience
      24. Setting objectives
      25. Team building
      26. Valuing and supporting others
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    54. Recruit, induct and retain employees into their roles
      INSML020 This standard is about recruiting, inducting and retaining employees to undertake identified activities or work roles. You review the work required to identify shortfalls in number of employees, their knowledge, skills and competence. You develop job descriptions and specifications for recruitment. You plan and carry out recruitment using agreed selection criteria and make employment offers. You induct staff to your organisation taking their diverse needs into account. This includes supporting them to monitor their own induction progress. You also retain your staff by giving them ongoing opportunities to develop their potential and share any issues so that they can be resolved.
      duty
      1. engage colleagues and other stakeholders in recruiting, inducting and retaining staff
      2. seek specialist resources, where required
      3. review the work required in your area of responsibility
      4. identify any shortfalls in number of employees, their knowledge, skills and competence
      5. evaluate the options for addressing shortfalls and decide on the best options
      6. develop up-to-date job descriptions and person specifications for recruitment
      7. plan the recruitment and selection process for identified vacancies, the methods that will be used, the associated timings and who is going to be involved
      8. specify and agree criteria for assessing and selecting applicants
      9. inform applicants about the progress of their applications, in accordance with organisational policy
      10. carry out recruitment in accordance with your plan, using the agreed selection criteria
      11. offer positions to applicants who meet the selection criteria
      12. provide constructive feedback to unsuccessful applicants, in accordance with organisational policy
      13. welcome new staff and explain their roles in achieving the objectives of the organisation and their work area
      14. establish employees' needs for information about your organisation, organisational policies and practices, their work roles and people they will work with
      15. identify the learning and development needs to enable employees to perform their duties
      16. provide an induction programme to meet new staff information, learning and development needs
      17. consider employees' needs when designing their induction programmes
      18. introduce employees to their colleagues, explaining respective roles and how they will interface
      19. encourage employees to take responsibility for monitoring their progress and completing their induction programmes
      20. provide support, supervision and feedback to enable employees to perform their roles to your organisation's requirements
      21. provide work opportunities that challenge employees to make effective use of their knowledge, skills and competences to develop their potential
      22. review employees' performance and development systematically and provide constructive feedback
      23. recognise employees' performance and their achievements in line with your organisation's policy
      24. support employees to access the career and professional development opportunities within your organisation
      25. provide opportunities for employees to discuss issues about their work or development with you
      26. identify when employees are dissatisfied and agree solutions that meet the individual and organisational needs
      27. identify when employees' values, motivations and aspirations are incompatible with your organisation's vision, objectives and values and seek alternative solutions with the employees concerned
      28. meet with employees planning to leave your organisation and resolve any issues or misunderstandings
      29. evaluate the recruitment, induction and retention process to identify any areas for improvements
      30. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to recruiting, inducting and retaining staff
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • how to review the workload in your area to identify shortfalls in number of employees, their knowledge, skills and competence
      • how to identify actual skills and avoid stereotyping of skills levels and work ethics
      • the different options for addressing identified shortfalls and their advantages and disadvantages
      • what job descriptions and person specifications should cover and why it is important to consult with others in producing or updating them
      • the different stages in the recruitment and selection process
      • why it is important to consult with others on the stages, recruitment and selection methods to be used, associated timings and who is going to be involved
      • the different recruitment and selection methods and their associated advantages and disadvantages
      • why it is important to give clear information on vacancies to potential applicants
      • how cultural differences in language, body language, tone of voice and dress can differ from expectations and how to avoid bias
      • how to measure applicants' competence and capability against agreed criteria and assess whether they meet the stated requirements of the vacancy
      • the importance of keeping applicants informed about progress and how to do so
      • how to provide clear and constructive feedback to unsuccessful applicants
      • the purpose and importance of a structured induction programme and what an induction programme should cover to take account of employees' needs
      • how to encourage employees to take responsibility for their progress using active listening and questioning techniques
      • how and when to review employees' progress towards achieving the objectives in their induction programmes
      • how to identify employees' information, learning and development needs
      • the importance of recognising individual performance and how to do so
      • the importance of providing support and opportunities for employees to discuss issues with you
      • the alternative solutions that may be deployed when employees' values, motivations and aspirations are incompatible with their work or your organisation's vision, objectives and values
      • the importance of understanding the reasons why employees are leaving an organisation
      • the importance of evaluating the effectiveness of selection, induction and retention processes and the ways to obtain feedback to identify areas for improvement
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the recruitment and selection issues and specific initiatives and arrangements within the industry and sector
      • the relevant employment practices in your sector and the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies in relation to recruiting, inducting and retaining staff
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the variety of needs of employees, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
      • the job descriptions and person specifications for confirmed vacancies
      • the local employment market conditions and the staff turnover rate in your area
      • your organisation's structure, values and culture and the agreed operational plans and changes to work requirements in your area
      • the specialist resources available to support recruitment, induction and retention, and how to make use of them
      • the training and development opportunities and resources available
      • the legal and employment policies and practices within your organisation, including recruitment, selection, induction, development, promotion, retention, redundancy, dismissal, pay and other terms and conditions
      skill
      1. Communicating
      2. Consulting
      3. Decision-making
      4. Evaluating
      5. information management
      6. Inspiring
      7. Interviewing
      8. Involving others
      9. Monitoring
      10. Negotiating
      11. Obtaining feedback
      12. planning
      13. Presenting information
      14. Prioritising
      15. Problem solving
      16. Providing feedback
      17. reviewing
      18. Team building
      19. Valuing and supporting members of staff
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    55. Select suppliers through a tendering process
      INSML057 This standard is about selecting suppliers to supply products and services through a formal tendering process against a specification. You create a specification for the products and services and invite prospective suppliers to tender, providing information about the process and requirements. You develop criteria to evaluate tenders and apply them to identify the supplier who best meets your needs. You also contract with the successful supplier and give feedback to unsuccessful bidders following your organisation's procedures.
      duty
      1. seek support from colleagues or procurement or legal specialists on any aspects of tendering about which you are unsure
      2. produce a specification which describes the products and services required, including information on quality, time and cost constraints
      3. invite a number and range of suitably qualified prospective suppliers to tender, proportionate to the value of the contract and the diversity of suppliers available
      4. provide full information about the tendering process
      5. confirm deadlines for receipt of tenders
      6. outline contract details
      7. specify how pre-tender queries will be dealt with
      8. respond to pre-tender queries so that all prospective suppliers have the same information available to them
      9. establish criteria to allow tenders to be evaluated fairly so that the supplier that provides the optimal mix of quality, cost, timeliness and reliability can be selected
      10. receive, record and open tenders in line with your organisation's procedures
      11. evaluate tenders, by yourself or with others as required, applying your criteria
      12. seek clarification from prospective suppliers where necessary
      13. offer a contract to supply the products and services to the supplier whose tender was evaluated most highly
      14. inform unsuccessful prospective suppliers of the outcome of the evaluation and provide them with feedback where appropriate
      15. resolve any post-tender queries with unsuccessful suppliers
      16. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to selecting suppliers through a tendering process
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the importance of following organisational procedures and legal and ethical requirements when selecting suppliers
      • how to draw up a specification describing the products and services required, including information on quality, time and cost constraints, where appropriate
      • the importance of communicating information clearly, concisely and accurately, and how to do so
      • how to identify suitably qualified prospective suppliers to tender, taking account of the value of the contract and the diversity of suppliers available
      • the importance of including full information about the tendering process, deadlines for receipt of tenders, contract details and how pre-tender queries will be dealt with
      • how to deal with pre-tender queries in ways which ensure all prospective suppliers have the same information available to them
      • how to establish clear criteria and how to evaluate the tenders fairly, using the criteria, and select the supplier that provides the optimal mix of quality, cost, timeliness and reliability
      • how to evaluate tenders rigorously and the importance of seeking clarification from prospective suppliers, where necessary
      • the importance of informing unsuccessful prospective suppliers of the outcome of the evaluation and providing them with feedback, where appropriate
      • how to resolve any post-tender queries with unsuccessful suppliers promptly and effectively
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements for selecting suppliers
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to select suppliers through a tendering process
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your organisation's procedures and legal and ethical requirements for selecting suppliers
      • the limits of your own knowledge, skills and competence and the sources of advice, guidance and support available (from colleagues or procurement or legal specialists) on any aspects of tendering for supplies about which you are unsure
      • the details of the specifications about products and services required
      • the diversity of suppliers available to you in your role and how to contact them
      skill
      1. Assessing
      2. Communicating
      3. Decision-making
      4. Evaluating
      5. Presenting information
      6. Problem solving
      7. Providing feedback
      8. Questioning
      9. reviewing
      10. Setting objectives
      11. time management
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    56. Sell products and services
      INSML049 This standard is about selling products and services. You identify customers' requirements and match products and services to their needs. You make proposals, explore any queries and objections, explaining the strengths of your organisation to meet their requirements. You interpret buying signals and close sales, recording the details in line with your organisation's processes.
      duty
      1. contact customers identified as sales leads, accessing those who can make buying decisions
      2. identify customer requirements through questioning and checking for understanding
      3. summarise customer motivations, buying needs and interests
      4. identify the key features and benefits of your relevant products and services, matching these to the needs identified
      5. assess which products and services are suitable for customer needs
      6. evaluate potential trade-offs which may be beneficial both to the customer and to your organisation
      7. provide accurate information about products, services and prices
      8. make proposals to match the customer's requirements
      9. explore any queries or objections raised by the customer and identify any reasons holding the customer back from agreeing the sale
      10. identify and prioritise any customer concerns
      11. provide evidence of the strengths of your organisation and its products and services to address any concerns the customer may have
      12. check that the customer agrees how any concerns can be overcome
      13. interpret verbal and non-verbal buying signals given by the customer and act upon them to progress towards closing the sale
      14. close the sale by gaining the commitment of the customer
      15. agree future contact arrangements, including post-sales calls to confirm customer satisfaction where relevant
      16. record all required details in line with organisation processes and procedures
      17. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to selling products and services
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the difference between influencers and decision makers and their relative roles in the decision-making process
      • the key stages in the sales cycle, and how to use this effectively in structuring the sales approach
      • the importance of active and empathetic listening, and of confirming understanding
      • the importance of questioning techniques and how to use these during the sales cycle
      • the difference between features and benefits, and how to use these in selling
      • the typical range of behaviours displayed by customers, including body language, and how to respond to these constructively in a sales situation
      • the typical objections that can arise in a selling situation and how to manage these
      • how to evaluate potential trade-offs to achieve a 'win-win', whereby particular aspects of the product or service's package might be enhanced whilst others of lesser importance might be reduced, for the benefit of both your customer and your organisation
      • the effective methods for closing sales and confirming customer commitment
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to selling products and services
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • your organisation's sales plans and objectives, including its target market, key customers and their requirements from your products and services
      • your organisation's products and services, their features and potential benefits
      • your organisation's structure and lines of decision-making related to sales
      • the current competitor sales activities, the key features of their products and services, including how they compare with your organisation's products and services
      • your own sales targets and how to create plans for achieving these
      • your organisation's sales process and procedures, including recording requirements
      • the available literature and materials to support the selling process
      skill
      1. Assessing
      2. Communicating
      3. Empathising
      4. information management
      5. Innovating
      6. Negotiating
      7. Obtaining feedback
      8. Persuading
      9. Presenting information
      10. Prioritising
      11. Problem solving
      12. Questioning
      13. Reflecting
      14. Thinking with a focus on customers
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    57. Support employees’ learning and development
      INSML029 This standard is about supporting employees' learning and development. You promote a learning culture and encourage employees to seek and learn from feedback. You help employees to identify the knowledge, skills and competence they need to develop in to meet the demands of their current and future work roles, and to fulfil their personal aspirations. You agree development plans and enable employees to undertake learning and development to meet their objectives. You also help employees to identify the types of learning activity, methods and platforms for learning which are most effective for them, making use of unplanned opportunities. The standard includes giving opportunities for employees to apply their skills at work and encouraging them to take on new roles and responsibilities.
      duty
      1. promote the benefits of learning to employees in your area of responsibility
      2. encourage employees to seek feedback on their performance from colleagues who can provide objective, specific and valid feedback
      3. give employees objective, specific and valid feedback on their work performance, discussing and agreeing how they can improve
      4. agree the knowledge, skills and competence required to meet the demands of their current and potential future work roles with employees
      5. provide opportunities and tools for employees to make an accurate assessment of their current levels of knowledge, skills and competence and of their potential
      6. evaluate any additional, or higher levels of, knowledge, skills and competence employees need for their current work roles, potential future work roles and their personal aspirations
      7. engage employees in identifying and obtaining information on the learning activities available to address identified learning needs
      8. agree personal development plans which include learning activities to be undertaken, the learning objectives to be achieved, the required resources and timescales
      9. identify and evaluate any learning difficulties or specific needs employees may have
      10. provide opportunities and tools for employees to identify the types of learning they find most effective
      11. provide learning and development activities that match their learning preferences
      12. identify the range of learning methods, platforms and technologies to suit individual needs or preferences
      13. encourage employees to focus on their prioritised learning needs when selecting learning activities and planning their development
      14. arrange advice and support from learning and development specialists, when required
      15. support employees in undertaking learning activities, making required resources available
      16. remove any obstacles to learning, if required
      17. provide opportunities for employees to apply their developing competences in the workplace
      18. identify and make use of unplanned learning opportunities
      19. discuss progress towards the achievement of learning objectives
      20. discuss readiness to take on new roles and responsibilities with employees
      21. agree the support and supervision employees will require to take on new roles and responsibilities
      22. appoint employees to roles and responsibilities that are compatible with their competences and potential
      23. provide employees with the support and supervision they require
      24. provide specific feedback to enable employees to improve their performance
      25. discuss and agree revisions to personal development plans based on performance, learning activities undertaken and any wider changes
      26. encourage people to take responsibility for their own learning and development, including practising and reflecting on what they have learned
      27. evaluate learning and development activities to identify improvements for future support
      28. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to supporting employees' learning and development
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the benefits of learning for employees and the ways you can develop a culture where learning is valued and the willingness and efforts to learn are recognised
      • how to identify potential future roles and responsibilities for employees
      • how to provide employees with specific feedback designed to improve their performance
      • the tools available for assessing knowledge, skills and competence
      • how to analyse the gaps between current levels of knowledge, skills and competence and the levels required
      • how to develop learning and development plans based on a sound analysis of learning needs
      • why it is important for employees to have a written personal development plan and what it should contain (for example, identified learning needs, learning activities to be undertaken and the learning objectives to be achieved, timescales and required resources)
      • how to prioritise employees' learning needs, including taking account of organisational needs and priorities, and the personal and career development needs
      • the different types of learning activities, their advantages and disadvantages and the required resources (for example, time, fees, substitute staff)
      • the range of methods, platforms and technologies for learning and development
      • how and where to obtain information on different learning activities and how to match them to different individual learning preferences and learning content.
      • how to set learning objectives which are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time-bound (SMART)
      • the types of support employees might need to undertake learning activities, the types of obstacles they may face and how these can be resolved
      • how to monitor and evaluate whether learning activities have achieved their intended learning objectives
      • the importance of regularly reviewing and updating personal development plans based on performance, learning activities undertaken and any wider changes
      • how to encourage employees to take responsibility for their own learning and development, including personal reflection on their performance
      • the sources of specialist expertise in relation to identifying and providing learning for employees
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements for the development or maintenance of knowledge, skills and competence and specific initiatives and arrangements
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to supporting employees' learning and professional development
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the employees in your team, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
      • the knowledge, skills and competence requirements for different roles within your area of responsibility the identified gaps in employees' knowledge, skills and competence
      • the tools used in your organisation to identify individual learning needs and preferences
      • the identified learning needs of employees and their personal development plans linked to performance management or appraisal
      • the learning activities and resources available in your organisation
      • the opportunities for employees' learning and career development in your organisation
      • the support and supervision available to employees within your organisation
      • your organisation's learning and personal and professional development policy and practices
      • the sources of internal and external specialist advice and support available to you
      skill
      1. coaching
      2. Communicating
      3. Decision-making
      4. Delegating
      5. Empathising
      6. Empowering
      7. Evaluating
      8. Influencing
      9. Inspiring
      10. Involving others
      11. Leading by example
      12. mentoring
      13. Monitoring
      14. Motivating
      15. Persuading
      16. planning
      17. Presenting information
      18. Prioritising
      19. Problem solving
      20. Providing feedback
      21. Questioning
      22. reviewing
      23. Setting objectives
      24. Thinking strategically
      25. Valuing and supporting members of staff
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    58. Use information for decision making
      INSML014 This standard is about using information for decision making. You engage with the colleagues affected by decisions and colleagues who can help. You establish the objectives of decision-making and agree these with all parties involved. The standard includes obtaining information to support decision making, checking its accuracy, and resolving any issues. You draw conclusions based on analysis of the information and take decisions within the scope of your authority. You obtain help when you need it and discuss your concerns when you identify any conflicts with organisational values and policies.
      duty
      1. identify colleagues who may be affected by decisions and their interests
      2. engage colleagues who can contribute to decision-making processes or will be affected by the decisions
      3. establish the objectives of the decisions to be taken and what you are trying to achieve
      4. check that all parties involved agree with the objectives
      5. identify the information you need to take decisions and where this can be sourced
      6. obtain information to enable you to take decisions
      7. verify the accuracy and reliability of the information obtained
      8. resolve issues with inadequate, unreliable, contradictory or ambiguous information
      9. analyse the information to identify facts, patterns and trends that may impact on your decisions
      10. identify and evaluate the range of options open to you
      11. draw conclusions supported by reasoned arguments and evidence, clearly stating any assumptions you have made and risks that may be involved
      12. take decisions in line with your objectives, within the scope of your authority
      13. make decisions that are consistent with your organisation's values, policies, guidelines, and timelines
      14. obtain help and advice if you do not have adequate information
      15. analyse the data to inform the decision making
      16. refer decisions that are outside your area of responsibility or scope of authority
      17. discuss your decisions with key stakeholders if they are likely to conflict with current values, policies, guidelines and timelines
      18. communicate your decisions and rationale to colleagues who are affected
      19. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to using information for decision making
      knowledge
      1. General knowledge and understanding
      • the importance of engaging those who can contribute or may be affected in the decision making process, and how to do so
      • the importance of setting objectives for the decision, and how to make it clear what the decision must achieve and what is outside the scope of the decision
      • how to identify the information you need to take the decision and how to access it from different sources
      • how to judge whether you have the required information to allow you to take the decision
      • how to identify if information is inadequate, unreliable, contradictory or ambiguous, and how to remedy this within required timelines
      • how to analyse information to identify relevant facts, patterns and trends
      • the range of options open to you and how to evaluate the options
      • the concept of data driven decision making
      • how to justify your conclusions using evidence to support them
      • the importance of ensuring your decisions are in line with your organisation's values, policies, guidelines and timelines
      • the importance of showing any assumptions you have made and risks that may be involved, and how to do so
      • how to communicate your decision to different audiences
      2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
      • the industry and sector requirements for using information to make decisions
      • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to using information for decision making
      3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
      • the colleagues who can contribute to the decision making process or will be affected by the decision
      • the facts, patterns and trends within your organisation that may impact on your decision
      • your organisation's values, policies, guidelines and timelines related to your decisions
      • the scope of your authority for taking decisions, when you need to refer decisions to someone else and the colleagues you may need to refer to
      • the steps to take if you do not have the required information, the decision is outside your area of responsibility, or your decisions conflict with values, policies, guidelines and timelines required
      skill
      1. Acting assertively
      2. Analysing
      3. Assessing
      4. Communicating
      5. Decision-making
      6. Evaluating
      7. information management
      8. Involving colleagues
      9. Prioritising
      10. Problem solving
      11. Setting objectives
      12. time management
      suite
      Management and Leadership
    duty
    1. engage colleagues and stakeholders in obtaining contracts to supply products and services
    2. maintain systems to identify opportunities to bid to supply products and services
    3. carry out targeted research amongst existing and potential customers to identify opportunities to tender to supply products and services
    4. evaluate your organisation's capacity and capability to respond to opportunities to tender to supply products and services credibly and competitively
    5. collaborate on tenders with other organisations with complementary capabilities, where appropriate
    6. prepare tenders in line with customers' requirements, emphasising your organisation's capacity and capability and the unique features and potential benefits of your products and services
    7. prepare financial quotations that take account of your organisations' financial objectives, the customer's ability to pay and your estimates of competitors' quotations
    8. present your bids to potential customers, anticipating or pre-empting any queries and objections
    9. evaluate potential trade-offs which will be beneficial both to the customer and to your organisation
    10. respond to any queries or objections from potential customers
    11. check the potential customers understand and accept your responses to objections and queries
    12. negotiate contracts that meet both the new customer's and your organisation's requirements
    13. ensure formal agreements are drawn up and signed which meet legal requirements
    14. obtain feedback from customers identify how you can improve, in cases where you fail to obtain contracts
    15. review the tendering process with colleagues and use the lessons learned to improve future bids
    16. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to bidding for contracts
    17. specify the purpose of teams and what they must achieve
    18. define the expertise, knowledge, skills and attitudes required to achieve team purpose
    19. identify team members' knowledge, skills and competences to determine their roles within the teams
    20. plan and develop any knowledge, skills and competences lacking in the teams
    21. develop and implement succession and knowledge and skills transfer plans, where required
    22. confirm the work required of teams with your manager and seek clarification on any outstanding points and issues
    23. plan how teams will undertake the work, identifying any priorities or critical activities and making effective use of the available resources
    24. allocate work to team members by taking account of their skills, knowledge, competence, backgrounds and experience
    25. analyse team members existing workloads, and opportunities for their development
    26. brief team members on the work they have been allocated and the standard of performance expected
    27. encourage team members to ask questions, make suggestions and seek clarification in relation to the work they have been allocated
    28. respond to any concerns team members may have about their work
    29. demonstrate behaviours that show and inspires team members to show, respect, helpfulness and cooperation
    30. agree the behaviours that will help achieve team purpose and those likely to hinder progress with team members
    31. support team members to understand their unique contribution to teams, the contributions of fellow team members, and how these complement each other
    32. provide opportunities for team members to get to know each other's strengths and weaknesses and build mutual respect and trust
    33. allow time for teams to develop through their stages of growth
    34. support the team to seize opportunities presented by team member changes and the introduction of new members
    35. encourage team members to share problems with each other and solve these creatively together
    36. encourage open communication between team members, including providing constructive feedback to enhance the performance of individual members and the whole team
    37. monitor the performance of teams to evaluate how well its purpose is being achieved
    38. celebrate team and individual successes together
    39. identify conflicts, acknowledge the feelings and views of all parties, and redirect energy towards a common goal
    40. dissolve teams once their purpose has been achieved and they are no longer required
    41. follow the industry legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to building teams and allocating work
    42. Manage and carry out quality audits
    • engage colleagues and stakeholders in auditing compliance with your organisation's quality systems
    • establish the scope and objectives of quality audits
    • evaluate the risks of organisational processes not complying with quality systems
    • plan programmes of quality audits which prioritises the areas and processes at greatest risk
    • develop, support and supervise people to carry out audit programmes
    • allocate audits to people, based on their expertise and development needs
    • ensure colleagues responsible for organisational processes understand their roles within quality audits, and the requirements of quality systems and procedures
    • monitor progress of quality audits against planned programmes
    • revise audit activities in the event of significant variances or changes in organisational strategy, risk assessment or resource availability
    • evaluate the results of quality audits and report non-compliance and associated risks to senior management according to the level of urgency
    • provide feedback to auditees to enhance their confidence and commitment to quality
    • use audit results to inform risk assessment and future quality audit programmes
    • carry out quality audits according to a plan and schedule agreed, giving auditees the required period of notice
    • carry out quality audits in ways which enhance auditees' confidence in the quality system and their commitment to maintaining quality standards
    • define the scope of audits, the responsibilities of the auditees, the quality procedures and previous audit history
    • clarify the purpose of audits and the roles, responsibilities and expectations of yourself and the auditees
    • carry out an investigation of the auditees' work in sufficient detail to reveal any non-conformances with required quality procedures
    • encourage auditees to co-operate fully to achieve the purpose of audits
    • share the results of audits with auditees
    • agree corrective actions to remedy any non-conformances and the date by which the actions should be carried out
    • check with auditees that corrective actions have been carried out by agreed dates
    • seek advice from your manager or quality specialists if you cannot agree actions with auditees
    • escalate any non-conformances which present serious or immediate risks to your manager or quality specialists
    • identify and analyse any problems with processes and procedures and report your findings and any recommendations
    • keep complete records of quality audits giving access to authorised people
    • follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing and carrying out quality audits
    43. Participate in quality audits
    • establish the quality standards and procedures that apply to your area of responsibility
    • monitor work to ensure it consistently meets quality standards and complies with organisational procedures
    • check that records and documentation are complete, up to date and accessible
    • check that any corrective actions agreed in previous audits have been completed and that recommendations have been acted upon, where appropriate
    • provide the auditor with access to information, records and documentation
    • discuss the results of the audit to agree corrective actions to remedy any non-conformances and the date by which the actions should be carried out
    • discuss any areas where business processes, quality standards or procedures could be improved, with the auditor
    • create and carry out any corrective actions by agreed dates
    44. help employees identify their needs and expectations for coaching or mentoring
    45. ensure that employees' coaching or mentoring needs and expectations are in accordance with your organisation's objectives
    46. define your own expectations of the coaching or mentoring process
    47. agree coaching or mentoring contracts covering the specific area(s) for performance development, the gaps between current and required performance, and employees' motivations
    48. outline the support that employees can expect from you, and the commitment you expect from them
    49. provide opportunities for employees to approach you, as a mentor or a coach, with problems affecting their performance
    50. identify performance issues and bring these to the attention of the employees concerned
    51. identify obstacles to performance and support employees to overcome them
    52. agree revisions to planned actions when required
    53. maintain confidential records of your discussions with employees about problems affecting their performance
    54. agree coaching or mentoring arrangements with employees including what you will provide, timescales, the location, frequency and duration of meetings
    55. agree points when progress will be reviewed and how this will be measured and assessed
    56. explore the skills employees need to develop and the behaviours for change to meet the desired standard of performance during coaching conversations
    57. explore obstacles which could hinder employees' progress and how to remove these obstacles
    58. plan with employees how they can develop new skills and behaviours in a logical step-by-step sequence
    59. provide opportunities for employees to develop new skills and experiment with alternative behaviours
    60. encourage employees to identify and seize opportunities to apply their newly developed skills and behaviours to their work
    61. explore with employees any risks involved in applying their newly developed skills and behaviours to their work
    62. plan how to reduce any risks to levels acceptable to employees and the organisation
    63. identify and facilitate employees' access to the resources, information and advice they require for their development
    64. provide advice to employees based on your own knowledge and experience during mentoring conversations
    65. encourage and empower employees to take responsibility for developing and maintaining their own self-awareness, performance and impact
    66. encourage employees to reflect on their progress and clarify their thoughts and feelings about it
    67. monitor employees' progress in a systematic way, keeping records as required by your organisation
    68. provide specific feedback designed to improve employees' skills, reinforce effective behaviours and enhance their motivation to achieve the desired standard of performance
    69. agree with employees when they have achieved the desired standard of performance, or when they no longer require coaching or mentoring
    70. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to coaching or mentoring employees
    71. specify your organisation's customer-focused values
    72. engage colleagues and stakeholders in delivering products and services to customers
    73. establish customers' expectations in terms of products, services and the ways to deliver these
    74. design organisational processes to deliver products and services to customers' expectations
    75. manage organisational processes to deliver products and services to customers' expectations
    76. check that colleagues are briefed on processes and customers' expectations
    77. communicate colleagues' roles and responsibilities in meeting customer expectations, including any agreed standards of customer service
    78. empower colleagues to meet or beat customers' expectations
    79. provide training, support, supervision and other resources when required
    80. establish sustainable processes to support customers and resolve any problems
    81. monitor that the day-to-day behaviour of colleagues against your organisation's customer-focused values
    82. develop a culture which nurtures, respects, values, recognises and rewards employees who work in the 'front-line' directly with customers
    83. identify processes for monitoring levels of customer satisfaction with products, services and the ways these are delivered
    84. operate processes for monitoring levels of customer satisfaction
    85. evaluate the delivery of products and services to make recommendations for improvements
    86. demonstrate increasing levels of customer satisfaction with the organisation's products, services and processes
    87. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to delivering products and services to customers
    88. develop business continuity plans and arrangements by collaborating with colleagues, team members and stakeholders
    89. confirm the required aim, scope and objectives of business continuity plans and arrangements
    90. identify key products or services and the critical activities and resources that support them
    91. evaluate the resilience of the structures and processes of the organisation and external organisations
    92. identify and assess alternative strategies to mitigate the effects of business disruption or emergencies
    93. develop business continuity plans and arrangements that can mitigate the effects of business disruption or emergencies
    94. produce a framework for business continuity management, co-ordination and control
    95. develop procedures for determining when the business continuity plan must be invoked
    96. define roles and responsibilities of colleagues and team members involved in business continuity management, co-ordination and control
    97. outline prioritisation of organisational processes or services
    98. develop procedures for activating response arrangements
    99. agree provision of resources to support business continuity plans
    100. provide resilient information and communications systems
    101. check that the resources committed to business continuity management are proportionate to the potential impact of business disruption or emergencies
    102. present business continuity plans and arrangements to colleagues, team members and stakeholders to promote understanding
    103. establish the ownership of business continuity plans and arrangements within different business units
    104. communicate business continuity plans and arrangements to colleagues, team members and other stakeholders
    105. arrange training for colleagues and team members
    106. provide exercises to validate and practice business continuity plans and arrangements
    107. review business continuity plans systematically in response to organisational changes, changes to the potential impact of disruption or emergencies and lessons identified from incidents and exercises
    108. define customer-focused organisational values and beliefs
    109. assess the level of customer service your organisation is currently providing
    110. produce plans to put customers at the heart of achieving your organisation's vision and strategic objectives
    111. communicate your plans to key stakeholders and decision-makers to secure their agreement to your approach
    112. review processes and systems throughout the organisation to ensure they are customer-focused
    113. communicate your plans for embedding customer-focused approaches to colleagues to gain their commitment
    114. develop employee skills, behaviours and attitudes to build a culture that puts customers first
    115. implement processes and systems that reinforce staff commitment to providing service that meets or beats customers' expectations
    116. establish collaborations with other organisations to maintain and improve services to customers, where appropriate
    117. undertake joint activities with customers to identify improvements to the level of customer service provided by your organisation
    118. model behaviour that shows, and inspires employees to show, respect, helpfulness and cooperation
    119. analyse the level of customer service your organisation is providing at specified intervals, in accordance with your plan
    120. make improvements to the level of customer service provided by your organisation based on analysis and feedback
    121. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to developing a customer-focused organisation
    122. engage colleagues and stakeholders in developing and implementing marketing plans
    123. identify and prioritise marketing objectives for your area of responsibility
    124. check that marketing objectives are consistent with your organisation's overall business plan, culture, vision and values
    125. consider the needs of other areas of your organisation when developing marketing objectives
    126. obtain advice and support from marketing specialists and those providing marketing services, as required
    127. engage colleagues within your organisation and stakeholders in developing understanding of your markets and customers
    128. review the available customer data and information
    129. review the available data and information about your markets
    130. carry out research to develop understanding of your organisation's markets and customers
    131. evaluate information on current and potential markets for your products and services to identify the characteristics that distinguish market segments
    132. evaluate current and potential customers to identify their behaviour, needs and expectations
    133. evaluate the extent to which current and potential customers' needs and expectations are being met by your organisation's or competitor's products and services
    134. evaluate current and potential developments in your sector, including competitors' activities
    135. evaluate opportunities to enter new markets
    136. assess the opportunities to introduce innovations that meet customers' needs
    137. establish why customers select specific products and services, either your organisation's or your competitors'
    138. identify any threats to, and weaknesses in, your organisation's products and services
    139. provide data and information about markets and customers to help managers take decisions
    140. develop marketing plans and budgets for the achievement of the strategies, setting out clear actions, risks, contingencies, responsibilities and milestones
    141. discuss marketing plans and budgets with senior management and stakeholders
    142. confirm the commitment of senior management and stakeholders to your marketing plans and providing the necessary employees and resources
    143. identify and access the employees and other resources required for your marketing plans
    144. communicate your marketing plans to ensure the understanding and commitment of colleagues and the support of stakeholders
    145. ensure that those involved in implementing marketing plans understand their individual responsibilities and are committed to achieving objectives
    146. provide training, support and supervision to enable colleagues to carry out their responsibilities
    147. implement marketing plans as agreed, whilst responding flexibly to responses from customers and changes in the markets, including competitor activity
    148. monitor the implementation and performance of your marketing plan against milestones and budgets
    149. take action to address any significant variances in performance against the plan
    150. report on the performance of your marketing plans to senior management and stakeholders
    151. seek authority to make any significant changes to marketing plans, where required
    152. evaluate the implementation of your marketing plans and use the information to improve future marketing planning
    153. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out to develop and implement marketing plans
    154. define your objectives for collaboration with relevant professionals and stakeholders
    155. identify contacts and organisations that support your current work and provide future opportunities
    156. create professional networks of contacts which meet your current needs for information and resources
    157. compare your own and your colleagues' expectations of professional relationships
    158. identify preferred ways of communication with your networks of contacts
    159. develop your professional connections to meet your current and future needs for information and resources
    160. outline your knowledge, skills and competence with your professional connections
    161. provide information about the benefits of collaboration with you
    162. assess opportunities presented by your networks of contacts
    163. maintain boundaries of confidentiality between yourself and your networks of contacts
    164. agree guidelines for exchanging information and resources following your organisational policies
    165. encourage your colleagues and team members to share information and knowledge in accordance with confidentiality
    166. develop your professional connections in conjunction with your priorities and needs
    167. select communication media channels and styles to suit different contacts and professional sectors
    168. deliver your position and views where there are differing opinions
    169. use the range of digital technologies for engagement, communication and maintaining your professional connections
    170. use the information and resources gained through your professional networks to enhance your work
    171. comply with legal requirements, industry regulations, organisational policies and professional codes of practice
    172. evaluate opportunities to work collaboratively with other departments to improve overall organisational efficiency and effectiveness
    173. identify departments and organisations that share common or complementary objectives to determine the feasibility of collaboration
    174. judge when to collaborate with other organisations, based on an evaluation of potential benefits, the compatibility of the organisations and your ability to mitigate any risks involved
    175. create a climate of trust and mutual respect where you have no authority, or shared authority, over those you are working with
    176. agree the aims and objectives of collaboration with other departments and organisations and the benefits for each collaborator
    177. outline the resources each department and organisation will commit to collaborations
    178. plan the actions each department and organisation will complete and when
    179. define the expected outcomes and levels of service when collaborating
    180. identify the risks involved in collaborations and how these will be managed
    181. set up arrangements for communicating and reporting on progress
    182. plan how and when you will review the effectiveness of your collaborations
    183. complete actions within the agreed time and to the agreed quality
    184. inform the other departments and organisations if you are unable to complete actions and the reasons for this
    185. explore difficult situations and issues from other departmental and organisational perspectives and provide support to move things forward
    186. provide reports, and receive reports from, the other departments and organisations according to arrangements agreed
    187. provide feedback to the other departments and organisations to help them to perform effectively and reinforce their commitment and enthusiasm for collaboration
    188. process information supplied by the other departments and organisations in accordance with arrangements and relevant legislation
    189. review the effectiveness of your collaboration at agreed times and the extent to which the aims and objectives have been achieved
    190. evaluate the actions carried out by each department and organisation, any deviations from the actions agreed and reasons for these
    191. identify any failures or mistakes, the reasons for these and ways of avoiding these failures or mistakes in the future
    192. assess the collaboration costs and identify ways that costs may be reduced in the future
    193. compare the benefits to each department and organisation, the value of these benefits and how mutual benefits may be increased in the future
    194. agree the extent that expectations of each department and organisation have been met
    195. recommend changes to make your collaboration more effective in the future
    196. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to collaborative working
    197. establish working relationships with relevant colleagues within your organisation
    198. use relevant tools and technologies for managing different teams, including office-based, dispersed, remote or hybrid
    199. recognise and respect the roles, responsibilities, interests and concerns of colleagues
    200. create a climate of trust and mutual respect where you have no authority, or shared authority over your colleagues
    201. explore difficult situations and issues from colleagues' perspectives and provide support to move things forward
    202. provide colleagues with appropriate information to enable them to perform effectively
    203. consult colleagues about key decisions and activities, taking account of their views
    204. fulfil the agreements made with colleagues
    205. advise colleagues of difficulties, or where it will be impossible to fulfil agreements
    206. identify and resolve conflicts of interest and disagreements with colleagues in ways that minimise damage to work activities and to the individuals involved
    207. monitor and review the effectiveness of working relationships with colleagues to identify areas for improvement
    208. provide feedback to improve your colleagues performance
    209. analyse the feedback you have received to improve your own performance
    210. identify external stakeholders and the nature of their interest in the activities and performance of your organisation
    211. establish working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
    212. recognise and respect the roles, responsibilities, interests and concerns of stakeholders and, particularly in situations of matrix management, their managers requirements
    213. evaluate difficult situations and issues from stakeholders' perspectives
    214. provide support, where necessary, to move difficult situations forward
    215. provide stakeholders with appropriate information to enable them to perform effectively
    216. consult stakeholders about key decisions and activities and take account of their views, including their priorities, expectations and attitudes to potential risks
    217. fulfil agreements made with internal and external stakeholders
    218. advise stakeholders promptly of any difficulties or where it is not possible to fulfil the agreements made
    219. identify and resolve conflicts of interest and disagreements with stakeholders in ways that minimise damage to work activities and to the stakeholders involved
    220. monitor and review the effectiveness of working relationships with stakeholders to identify areas for improvement
    221. gather feedback to improve your own and stakeholders' performance
    222. monitor wider developments to identify issues of potential interest or concern to stakeholders in the future
    223. identify new stakeholders to build working relationships with
    224. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to developing and sustaining productive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
    225. engage employees in your area of responsibility in developing their knowledge
    226. identify where key knowledge is created, developed and shared in your area of responsibility
    227. specify how information is made available to other departments or organisations
    228. identify and access networks, communities and other sources of knowledge relevant to your area of responsibility
    229. implement agreed standards and processes that support knowledge creation, development, sharing and capture to ensure that valuable knowledge is recorded
    230. provide systems and tools to support the development, recording and sharing of knowledge
    231. provide training, support and guidance to allow employees to use knowledge management systems and tools effectively
    232. identify where work practices and behaviours hinder effective knowledge development and sharing
    233. implement changes to improve knowledge development and sharing, when required
    234. encourage employees to share knowledge and use knowledge management standards, systems, tools and processes
    235. evaluate knowledge management risks and take action to manage them
    236. protect intellectual property from unauthorised use
    237. identify the information and knowledge employees require
    238. communicate information and knowledge to those who require it, in accordance with policies
    239. identify how employees prefer to receive information and knowledge and what media, languages, styles, timing and pace are most appropriate
    240. check that the information and knowledge you are communicating are current, accurate and complete in line with your organisation's requirements
    241. take action to minimise any interference or disruption to your communication
    242. communicate in ways that help employees to understand the information and knowledge you are communicating and their relevance
    243. use a variety of techniques to gain and maintain employees' attention and interest and help them retain information and knowledge
    244. adjust and fine-tune your communication in response to both verbal and non-verbal feedback
    245. state the level of confidence that can be placed in the information and knowledge you are communicating
    246. explain jargon, technical terms or abbreviations
    247. confirm that employees have received and understood the information and knowledge you have communicated
    248. monitor communication and the use of knowledge management standards, systems, tools and processes in your area of responsibility to ensure that knowledge is effectively captured and made available to those who may benefit from it
    249. implement improvements to knowledge management standards, systems, tools and processes
    250. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to developing knowledge and communicating information
    251. develop operational plans in collaboration with colleagues from your area of responsibility and other key stakeholders
    252. develop operational plans that are consistent with organisational values and strategy and the specific objectives of your area of responsibility
    253. identify synergies with other areas within the organisation when developing operational plans
    254. compare innovative approaches and tried-and-tested solutions when developing plans
    255. identify resource requirements and their availability both now and in the future
    256. define indicators and methods for monitoring and evaluating the plans
    257. communicate operational plans to secure colleague commitment and the support of other key stakeholders
    258. review operational plans, in the light of changes to organisational strategy and the operating environment
    259. specify risk management activities that take account of the size and nature of your organisation
    260. develop your organisation's written risk management policy, including a statement of risk appetite and responsibilities for risk management
    261. confirm that your organisation's risk management policy has management support and is clearly communicated across the organisation and to other stakeholders
    262. define, and periodically review, risk criteria for your organisation, considering the views of relevant people across the organisation and stakeholders
    263. evaluate current and planned organisational activities to identify potential risks, the nature of the risks, the probability of occurrence and consequences
    264. produce a risk profile for your organisation and, taking account of your organisation's risk criteria and other relevant information
    265. prioritise identified risks following your organisation's procedures
    266. communicate risk information to colleagues and stakeholders to enable decisions and actions to be taken in terms of accepting or treating the risks
    267. allocate resources to enable effective risk management
    268. provide support for colleagues to integrate risk management into strategic and operational plans and activities
    269. collect information about how identified risks have been or are being dealt with, including contingency plans which have been put in place
    270. develop an organisational culture in which people are risk aware but are prepared to take acceptable risks and to make and learn from mistakes
    271. seek specialist support on risk management issues, where necessary
    272. maintain the risk management process in your organisation, identifying potential improvements and making changes where necessary
    273. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role in developing operational plans and managing risks
    274. monitor trends and developments in your professional sector and area of expertise
    275. evaluate the impact of trends and developments on your work role
    276. assess the current and future requirements of your work role in accordance with the vision and objectives of your organisation
    277. identify gaps between the current and future requirements of your work role and your current knowledge, skills and competence.
    278. assess your own values, motivations and emotions
    279. identify your own strengths and limitations
    280. identify your learning and development needs
    281. agree a development plan which addresses identified gaps in your knowledge, skills and competence
    282. agree a development plan which supports your own career and personal goals
    283. undertake the activities agreed in your development plan using preferred learning methods
    284. seek new sources of support, when necessary
    285. access available learning and development resources to support development activities
    286. evaluate how learning and development activities have contributed to your performance
    287. request objective, specific and valid feedback on your performance from colleagues, team members and customers
    288. collate and analyse the feedback and take appropriate actions, where required
    289. update your development plan in the light of your performance, development activities undertaken and any wider changes
    290. reflect on your learning and work experiences in your continuing professional development (CPD) records
    291. engage colleagues, team members and other stakeholders in developing your organisation's values and culture in line with the organisation's vision and strategy
    292. agree values consistent with your organisation's overall vision and strategy and the needs and interests of stakeholders
    293. identify the behaviours expected of colleagues and team members aligned with its culture and values
    294. communicate the agreed values to colleagues and team members across your organisation
    295. encourage colleagues and team members to act in ways consistent both with organisational values and with their culture of origin
    296. formulate policies, programmes and systems to support the agreed values
    297. support colleagues and team members to demonstrate the values in their work
    298. demonstrate awareness of your own values, motivations and emotions
    299. identify colleagues' and team members' needs, feelings and motivations and take an active interest in their opinions
    300. role-model organisational behaviours and values to inspires colleagues and team members to show respect, helpfulness and cooperation
    301. monitor the way values are applied at work
    302. challenge behaviour and counter messages that conflict with the agreed values
    303. review your organisation's culture and redefine or reinforce values
    304. follow, and ensure others follow, legal requirements, industry regulations, organisational policies and professional codes
    305. develop your organisation's vision and strategies by engaging with the governing bodies, colleagues, strategic partners, shareholders, suppliers, customers and your community
    306. challenge opinions to encourage, generate and recognise innovative solutions
    307. formulate a vision based on an evaluation of the operating environment, the values of your organisation and the expectations of key stakeholders
    308. check that the vision aligns with your organisation's longer-term strategic goals
    309. communicate the vision to inspire stakeholders to commit to achieving it
    310. develop strategic business plans by engaging colleagues and key stakeholders
    311. establish and prioritise strategic objectives that are consistent with your organisation's vision and values
    312. identify programmes of activity capable of achieving the strategic objectives
    313. create a business plan to implement your organisation's strategic objectives
    314. evaluate potential risks and develop realistic plans to manage risks
    315. identify resource requirements and evaluate their availability both now and in the future
    316. develop policies that will guide the work of colleagues towards the achievement of the organisation's vision
    317. identify reliable measures and methods for monitoring and evaluating the plan
    318. communicate the strategic business plan to win the support and commitment of key stakeholders
    319. present ideas and arguments convincingly to engage people and create a common sense of purpose
    320. identify stakeholders' needs and interests and manage these effectively
    321. provide strategic direction and clear parameters that empower stakeholders to apply their energies and expertise creatively to achieve the vision
    322. monitor organisational performance against strategic business plans
    323. evaluate organisational performance against strategic business plans
    324. seek opportunities to improve your own performance
    325. balance risks against the benefits that may arise from taking risks
    326. review and redefine the vision, strategies and business plan to reflect changes in the operating environment
    327. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role when developing your organisation's vision, strategies and business plans
    328. monitor national and international legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements and the effect they have on your organisation
    329. evaluate what will happen if you do not meet national and international legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements
    330. develop policies and procedures to make sure your organisation meets all requirements
    331. check that colleagues understand organisational policies and procedures and the importance of putting them into practice
    332. monitor the way policies and procedures are put into practice and provide support
    333. support colleagues or team members to report any concerns about not meeting the requirements
    334. identify potential risks and hazards
    335. identify and raise ethical concerns with colleagues and decision-makers
    336. identify and correct failures to meet the requirements
    337. identify reasons for not meeting requirements
    338. encourage others to share information and knowledge within the constraints of confidentiality
    339. adjust policies and procedures to reduce the likelihood of failures in the future
    340. implement difficult or unpopular decisions when necessary to ensure compliance
    341. provide full reports about any failures to meet the requirements to key stakeholders
    342. provide information and knowledge to support compliance with legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements
    343. engage your colleagues and team members to support evaluation of your organisation's operating environment
    344. engage stakeholders to support evaluation of your organisation's operating environment
    345. monitor political, economic, social, technological, legal and environmental trends and developments and evaluate their impact on your organisation
    346. monitor needs, behaviours and expectations of existing and potential customers and evaluate their impact on your organisation
    347. monitor the activities of existing and potential competitors and collaborators and evaluate their impact on your organisation
    348. monitor and evaluate the impact of trends and developments within your organisation
    349. benchmark your organisation's performance and practices with comparable organisations nationally and internationally, where appropriate
    350. compare the strengths and weaknesses of your organisation to respond to opportunities and threats in existing and future work
    351. assess the implications or consequences of future scenarios
    352. specify the assumptions made and risks involved to understand future scenarios
    353. organise information and knowledge in a way that supports the strategic planning and decision-making
    354. structure information to facilitate organisational knowledge management
    355. develop systems to gather information and knowledge within agreed timescales and ethics
    356. maintain systems to manage information and knowledge
    357. identify the internal and external political factors that impact on your organisation's operating environment
    358. identify systemic issues and mitigate their impact on organisational performance
    359. assess future scenarios based on the analysis of trends and developments
    360. explore and assess the range of future scenarios within the environment in which your organisation operates
    361. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role when evaluating your organisation's operating environment
    362. inform employees about the standards of conduct and performance expected of them
    363. identify your organisation's procedures for dealing with misconduct or unsatisfactory performance
    364. seek support from colleagues, human resources or legal specialists on implementing disciplinary and grievance procedures when required
    365. investigate and establish the facts relating to team members misconduct or unsatisfactory performance
    366. resolve cases of minor misconduct or unsatisfactory performance informally
    367. follow your organisation's formal disciplinary procedure in serious cases of misconduct or unsatisfactory performance
    368. share your organisation's procedure for raising grievances with your team
    369. identify potential grievances and take preventative measures to resolve issues where possible
    370. recognise the role of employee representatives such as trade unions and ensure that they are included in the process
    371. use an informal approach to resolve employee concerns, problems and complaints where possible
    372. follow your organisation's formal grievance procedures if an employee raises a grievance in writing
    373. maintain records related to disciplinary and the grievance processes and store these confidentially in line with organisational procedures
    374. evaluate your organisation's disciplinary and grievance procedures to identify improvements
    375. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
    376. identify opportunities for innovation and improvement through collaboration with colleagues and team members
    377. identify potential new ideas in collaboration with external experts and other organisations
    378. monitor trends and developments in your organisation's operating environment
    379. monitor the performance of your organisation's products, services and processes
    380. benchmark your organisation's products and services with comparable organisations
    381. develop potential new products, services, markets, or processes
    382. manage improvements to existing products, services and processes
    383. encourage, generate and recognise imaginative and innovative solutions from colleagues and team members
    384. agree clear criteria for evaluating potential innovations and improvements with key stakeholders
    385. gather sufficient, valid information to allow potential innovations and improvements to be evaluated
    386. gather, store and retrieve information within the budget and timescales agreed
    387. evaluate potential innovations and improvements against agreed criteria
    388. present your evaluation findings to key stakeholders to help them appreciate the potential value of innovations and improvements
    389. communicate your evaluation to colleagues and team members to reinforce their commitment to seek opportunities for innovation and improvement
    390. defend the intellectual property rights of innovations by acting, where required
    391. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role when identifying and evaluating opportunities for innovation and improvement
    392. confirm the organisational objectives to be achieved
    393. identify and justify requirements for financial resources by engaging with stakeholders
    394. identify methods of achieving objectives
    395. evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of methods to select the optimal method
    396. estimate the costs of the activities and overheads required to achieve objectives by the optimal method
    397. prepare the business case for your requirements for financial resources, specifying objectives and the benefits of achieving these objectives
    398. outline the proposed method, timescales for activities and costs involved in your business case
    399. perform cost benefit analysis
    400. specify the assumptions made, the risks and how these will be managed in your business case
    401. outline evaluation arrangements
    402. provide any alternative options considered but rejected as sub-optimal to stakeholders
    403. prepare alternative options for achieving objectives, in case your budget requirements are not approved
    404. present your business case to budget decision-makers, providing any further information or rationale required
    405. defend your business case, engaging the support of stakeholders and decision-makers
    406. seek approval for alternative options when your original business case for budget requirements is not accepted
    407. obtain feedback on your presentation of the business case from decision-makers to help improve future proposals
    408. communicate the decision on your budget requirements to stakeholders, explaining the reasons for any changes or alternative options adopted
    409. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role when identifying and justify requirements for financial resources
    410. engage employees and other stakeholders in implementing changes
    411. initiate your organisation's plans for change in line with agreed timescales and available resources
    412. delegate responsibilities to colleagues in line with your plans
    413. provide support and encouragement to colleagues implementing changes
    414. arrange training and support for colleagues impacted by changes
    415. implement your organisation's agreed contingency plans when required
    416. take contingency actions in the event of risks or situations of crisis
    417. identify, evaluate and resolve any problems or obstacles that arise
    418. maintain the continuity of business activities during periods of change
    419. monitor progress against your plans and take action in response to any significant variances
    420. communicate progress and provide opportunities for people to give feedback
    421. provide recognition for colleagues and teams who achieve results
    422. check that change management meets the requirements of your organisation
    423. engage employees and other stakeholders in evaluating changes
    424. evaluate the change process against the success criteria agreed with stakeholders
    425. establish the reasons for any failure to meet the success criteria in full
    426. assess the impact on those involved in the changes
    427. identify any unanticipated benefits or disadvantages arising from the change and the reasons for these
    428. review the change process, including any deviations from original plans
    429. identify the lessons to be learned for future changes
    430. calculate the net value of the change and determine whether it meets the expectations of stakeholders
    431. communicate the findings of your evaluation to stakeholders with recommendations for any further changes required
    432. the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and implementing and evaluating changes
    433. communicate your strategic business plan to colleagues and key stakeholders to engage their understanding and support
    434. delegate responsibilities for achieving strategic objectives to individuals and gain their commitment to achieving them
    435. evaluate risks to the achievement of strategic objectives and take action to mitigate risks
    436. demonstrate your personal commitment by leading the achievement of key strategic objectives
    437. review the strategic business plan at regular intervals, considering significant changes in the operating environment to ensure it can deliver the organisation's objectives within agreed timescales
    438. communicate operational plans to gain the understanding and support of colleagues and key stakeholders
    439. delegate responsibilities for achieving operational objectives to individuals and gain their commitment to achieving them
    440. provide the resources required to achieve the objectives in your strategic and operational plans
    441. hold employees to account for the achievement of the strategic and operational objectives delegated to them
    442. use agreed methods and measures to monitor implementation of your business plans
    443. provide advice, guidance and support towards achieving strategic and operational objectives, when required
    444. apply indicators and methods for monitoring progress against your business plans at agreed intervals
    445. evaluate variances from your business plans and the reasons for significant variances
    446. ask colleagues to explain variances and propose action to address significant variances
    447. adjust your business plans or the deployment of employees and resources to take account of significant variances, availability of employees and resources, or changes in your organisation's operating environment
    448. inform colleagues of adjustments to your plans and help them make changes to their own plans
    449. evaluate the implementation of your business plans to make recommendations that identify good practice and areas for improvement
    450. evaluate and agree with colleagues and key stakeholders the extent to which the objectives in your strategic and operational business plans have been achieved
    451. celebrate the achievement of strategic and operational objectives and recognise the contributions of those involved
    452. analyse the reasons for any shortfalls in the achievement of strategic and operational objectives to inform the development and implementation of future business plans
    453. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to implementing and evaluating business plans
    454. establish the purpose and objectives of meetings
    455. prepare to lead meetings and identify who needs to participate
    456. use the relevant tools and technologies for conducting the meeting face-to-face or remotely
    457. invite participants, giving them sufficient notice to enable them to attend
    458. state the importance of the meeting, the role participants will be expected to play
    459. circulate information in advance to enable participants to review and prepare
    460. consult with relevant colleagues and prepare to represent their interests and opinions
    461. brief participants on the content and purpose of meetings and their roles, when required
    462. set time for meetings to begin and end and allocate time for each agenda item
    463. check that all participants understand why they are present and what is expected of them
    464. clarify specific objectives at the beginning of each agenda item
    465. present information at meetings to develop the understanding of other participants
    466. present your opinions and the interests of those you are representing persuasively, providing evidence to support your case, where required
    467. encourage all participants to make contributions from their perspectives, whilst acknowledging and building on their contributions
    468. re-focus attention on the objectives of the meetings when unhelpful comments and digressions occur
    469. identify any issues emerging from discussions which impact on your area of responsibility
    470. propose and evaluate possible solutions which meet the needs of your area of responsibility, other teams and your organisation
    471. acknowledge and constructively discuss information and opinions provided by your colleagues
    472. clarify decisions taken on the various agenda items, where necessary
    473. manage time flexibly, giving more time to agenda items, if necessary, whilst ensuring key objectives are met
    474. inform participants of changes in meeting agendas when these happen
    475. summarise discussions at key points during meetings
    476. allocate action points to participants at the end of each agenda item
    477. take decisions within the meeting's authority, remit or terms of reference
    478. observe any formal procedures or standing orders that apply to the meeting in accordance with your organisation's requirements
    479. check that decisions and action points are recorded and communicated to participants
    480. evaluate whether the purpose and objectives of the meetings have been achieved
    481. identify how future meetings could be improved
    482. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role when leading meetings to achieve objectives
    483. define your organisation's direction by engaging with colleagues, team members and other stakeholders
    484. assess and analyse current trends, opportunities and risks to your organisation
    485. present the outcomes of your analysis to senior management representatives
    486. facilitate discussions with senior management to secure commitment and expertise to achieving results
    487. communicate and reinforce your organisation's purpose, values and vision across the organisation
    488. communicate your organisation's purpose, values and vision to external stakeholders
    489. evaluate the impact of your organisation on the environment, the local community and society
    490. identify the benefits of your organisation's impact on the environment, local community and society
    491. develop organisational plans that support your organisation's purpose, values and vision
    492. identify specific details that are critical to achieving the results
    493. develop methods of managing organisational difficulties and challenges
    494. develop a range of leadership styles and apply them when leading and managing different stakeholders and situations
    495. identify and evaluate colleagues' and stakeholder's needs and motivations
    496. provide support to help colleagues achieve their objectives
    497. protect your colleagues and team members from negative impacts
    498. recognise individual and team successes and achievements
    499. encourage colleagues to take responsibility for decision making and their own development needs
    500. provide individual and team support, advice and guidance when required, especially during periods of setback and change
    501. motivate colleagues, team members and stakeholders to present their own ideas
    502. empower colleagues and team members to develop their own ways of working within agreed boundaries
    503. encourage colleagues to take the lead when they have the relevant knowledge and expertise
    504. follow other peer leaders and learn from their professional expertise and leadership styles
    505. develop and maintain trust and support across the organisation and stakeholders
    506. create your organisation's culture that encourages creativity and innovation through role-modelling
    507. request regular feedback on your performance
    508. analyse feedback to plan and implement personal performance improvements
    509. monitor activity progress in different areas or departments of your organisation
    510. communicate the standards of work and behaviours expected from team members
    511. help team members understand how the roles of different team members interface, complement and support each other
    512. plan how overall objectives can be achieved, identifying any priorities or priority activities
    513. review employees' existing workloads to make the best use of the available resources
    514. delegate responsibilities to employees on a fair basis taking account of their skills, knowledge and competence, backgrounds and experience
    515. identify opportunities for employees' development
    516. agree smart (specific, measurable, agreed, realistic and time-bound) objectives with employees, including the standard of performance expected
    517. agree with employees how and when progress towards, and achievement of, objectives will be monitored, reviewed and evaluated
    518. check that employees are committed to achieving their objectives and understand their unique contribution to team and organisational objectives
    519. discuss and agree effective methods for achieving individual objectives and the resources, support and supervision required
    520. provide employees with the resources, support and supervision agreed
    521. monitor progress against objectives and evaluate performance against the standard expected at agreed times
    522. provide employees with constructive feedback to maintain and improve their performance
    523. identify any unsatisfactory performance, discuss the causes and agree ways of improving performance with the employees concerned
    524. recognise successful achievement of objectives in line with your organisation's policy
    525. review plans, responsibilities and objectives as agreed and following any significant changes to organisational plans and objectives
    526. communicate plans, responsibilities and objectives and any changes to those affected
    527. check the quality of team members work outputs against the standard of performance expected
    528. motivate team members to complete their allocated work on time and to the quality standard required
    529. provide additional support and resources team members require to complete their work on time and to the quality standard required
    530. motivate team members to maintain and continuously improve their performance
    531. use information collected on the performance of team members in formal appraisals of performance
    532. identify potential conflicts between team members and take preventative action to avoid these
    533. encourage team members to resolve their own problems and conflicts amongst themselves
    534. manage conflicts when the team members concerned are not able to resolve the conflicts themselves
    535. acknowledge and show respect for team members' emotions regarding the conflict and manage any negative emotions
    536. investigate the causes of the conflict, giving all parties opportunities to present the facts and their perceptions about the conflict
    537. agree with team members how to resolve the conflict, without apportioning blame
    538. accept help from colleagues or specialists, where necessary
    539. maintain complete, accurate and confidential records of conflicts and their outcomes, in line with organisational policy
    540. follow the industry legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role in managing and quality assuring the work of your team
    541. engage colleagues and stakeholders to provide information related to budget planning and management
    542. gather information to plan budgets for your area of responsibility, activities or projects
    543. identify organisational key performance indicators (KPIs)
    544. evaluate information to prepare forecasts for your area of responsibility, activities or projects
    545. produce budget proposals based on your evaluation of the information gathered
    546. submit your proposed budgets for decision-makers approval clearly specifying assumptions made, risks involved and how these will be managed
    547. negotiate the proposed budgets with decision-makers to agree final budgets
    548. use the agreed budgets to monitor and control performance for your area of responsibility, activities or projects
    549. identify the causes of any significant variances between what was budgeted and what happened
    550. take corrective action when required to manage budgets
    551. obtain agreement for corrective actions from decision-makers, if required
    552. track the budgets in response to variances, significant or unforeseen developments and propose revisions to them
    553. discuss and agree revisions with decision-makers
    554. provide reports on performance against the budgets to decision-makers
    555. identify and report evidence of potentially fraudulent activities in line with legal and organisational procedures, if required
    556. gather information from implementation of the budget to assist in the preparation of future budgets
    557. evaluate your budget management to identify and recommend improvements
    558. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing budgets
    559. identify your organisation's outputs to meet customer and stakeholder needs
    560. engage employees and stakeholders in managing business processes
    561. design business processes that deliver outcomes in line with organisational strategy
    562. identify the resources required for business processes
    563. secure the resources required for business processes
    564. assess business processes to ensure they make effective, efficient and sustainable use of resources
    565. identify and take account of factors that may affect how business processes work
    566. link business processes so that they interact across the organisation to form a complete system
    567. define employees' roles and responsibilities within business processes
    568. identify the training, support and supervision requirements for teams and employees
    569. provide training, support and supervision to enable employees to carry out their defined roles and responsibilities
    570. develop measures to manage business processes effectively
    571. implement measures to manage business processes effectively
    572. review business processes at regular intervals, and in light of changes in customer needs or organisational strategy
    573. identify how the processes can be improved
    574. plan improvements to business processes
    575. implement improvements to business processes
    576. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out to manage business processes
    577. communicate the different types of conflict management and dispute resolution processes available to your organisation
    578. identify differences in expectations and working methods of employees from different backgrounds
    579. promote ways of managing differences that take account of different expectations
    580. create a climate of trust and mutual respect
    581. compare difficult situations from different employees' perspectives to understand the conflicts
    582. identify any issues with organisational structures, systems or procedures that are likely to give rise to conflict
    583. resolve any issues with organisational structures, systems or procedures creating conflict
    584. identify potential conflicts across the wider organisation or with other organisations and take preventative action to avoid these
    585. encourage the employees concerned to resolve their own problems and conflicts amongst themselves
    586. take action to act as a third-party mediator to deal with conflicts when the employees concerned are not able to resolve the conflicts themselves
    587. demonstrate respect for employees' emotions regarding the conflict
    588. manage any negative emotions in yourself and the parties involved
    589. agree how to resolve the conflict with all parties, without apportioning blame
    590. comply with organisational and legal requirements when resolving conflicts
    591. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing conflict in the broader working environment
    592. engage colleagues and key stakeholders in managing continuous improvement
    593. specify valid and reliable measures for evaluating the performance of your organisation
    594. set up systems for collecting and assessing information on the overall performance of the organisation
    595. identify the cause and effects of problems and changes
    596. identify opportunities where performance could be improved using information on the overall performance of the organisation
    597. establish an organisational culture where people freely make suggestions for improvements
    598. encourage customers, suppliers and other key stakeholders to provide feedback on your organisation's performance and suggest improvements
    599. benchmark the performance of your organisation against other comparable organisations
    600. identify improvements that are beneficial to your organisation, its customers and other key stakeholders
    601. create action plans based on feedback and the benchmarking findings
    602. agree continuous improvement actions with decision makers
    603. implement actions to improve organisational performance
    604. share knowledge and understanding of how improvements have, or can be made, across your organisation
    605. check that any improvements made are aligned to the organisation's vision and objectives
    606. show that the improvements made reduce the gap between what your customers and key stakeholders want, and what your organisation's products, services and processes deliver
    607. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out to manage continuous improvement
    608. review your organisation's CSR policy and objectives by engaging with colleagues and stakeholders
    609. develop your organisation's CSR policy and objectives by collaborating with colleagues
    610. evaluate the impact of your organisation on the environment, sustainability, the local community and society as a whole
    611. identify ways in which your organisation's impact can be more beneficial
    612. check that your CSR policy and objectives reflect your organisation's vision and values and its legal, ethical, social and environmental responsibilities
    613. communicate your CSR policy and its benefits to colleagues and stakeholders
    614. check that your organisation's normal business activities comply with your CSR policy (employment, selection of collaborators, suppliers, use of resources, health and safety)
    615. support initiatives which create shared value for your organisation, the community and the wider social and physical environment
    616. monitor compliance with your CSR policy and progress towards its objectives
    617. define actions to ensure that objectives are met
    618. provide advice, guidance and support towards achieving CSR objectives, when required
    619. report progress towards your CSR objectives to stakeholders and ask for feedback
    620. communicate the achievement of your CSR objectives to stakeholders
    621. revise your organisation's CSR policy and objectives, using results, feedback from stakeholders and changes in the operating environment
    622. engage colleagues and stakeholders in managing customer service
    623. establish measurable standards of customer service, considering customers' expectations and your organisation's resources
    624. organise colleagues and resources to meet customer service standards, taking account of varying levels of demand and likely contingencies
    625. measure colleagues competence to ensure they can deliver the required level of customer service
    626. provide training, support and supervision to colleagues when required
    627. communicate the standards of customer service that colleagues are expected to deliver
    628. outline colleagues' level of autonomy for responding to customers' requests and problems
    629. respond to customers' requests and problems referred to you
    630. seek advice from specialists and/or more senior managers, where necessary
    631. keep customers informed about the actions you are taking to deal with their requests and problems
    632. obtain feedback on staff and customer perceptions of the standards of customer service your organisation delivers
    633. monitor the customer service delivered, customers' requests, problems and feedback against your organisation's standards for customer service
    634. analyse your organisation's customer service data to identify the causes of problems
    635. identify opportunities for improving customer service based on feedback and monitoring
    636. recommend changes to processes, systems or standards to improve customer service
    637. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing customer service
    638. confirm your financial responsibilities, including the limits of your authority, with colleagues you report to
    639. engage key stakeholders in managing finance to achieve objectives for your organisation or area of responsibility
    640. evaluate financial information, your organisation's objectives and plans to identify priorities, potential problems and risks
    641. identify the finance required to achieve your organisation's objectives and plans
    642. access specialist financial expertise, where required
    643. evaluate the costs, benefits and risks of different types of finance
    644. select the types of finance which meet the needs of your organisation, taking account of levels of acceptable risk and views of stakeholders
    645. identify and evaluate potential providers of finance
    646. submit clear, evidenced and convincing proposals, bids or applications to potential providers of finance
    647. request updates on progress to secure finance from providers
    648. make formal agreements with providers of finance, specifying amounts, timing, costs and repayment schedules
    649. discuss and negotiate delegated budgets with colleagues and agree provisional budgets
    650. develop a master budget for your organisation or area and submit it for approval by budget decision-makers, clearly specifying assumptions made, risks involved and how these will be managed
    651. discuss and negotiate the proposed master budget with decision-makers
    652. communicate the final budget to colleagues in your area or senior managers
    653. delegate responsibility for budgets for clearly defined activities to colleagues, providing ongoing support and resources as required
    654. identify any shortfall in the level of finance obtained and take appropriate action
    655. put contingency plans in place to deal with any problems in finance being made available and any changes to the level of finance required
    656. establish systems to monitor and evaluate performance against delegated budgets and the master budget and put contingency plans in place
    657. identify the causes of any significant variances between proposed versus actual budget
    658. take corrective action, obtaining agreement from decision-makers, if required
    659. propose revisions to the master budget, if necessary, in response to variances and/or significant or unforeseen developments
    660. agree master budget revisions with decision-makers
    661. report on the financial performance of your area to decision-makers
    662. link operational targets with financial results
    663. monitor the financial agreements with providers, identifying and making changes where necessary
    664. advise relevant employees promptly if you have identified evidence of any potentially fraudulent activities
    665. review the financial performance of your organisation or area and identify improvements to be implemented in the future
    666. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing financial resources and obtaining finance
    667. consult staff, their representatives and other stakeholders in developing and managing flexible and remote working arrangements
    668. evaluate the range of flexible and remote working arrangements and identify those which are consistent with the nature of your organisation's business, its strategy and values
    669. evaluate opportunities to introduce flexible and remote working arrangements to support business processes and the achievement of objectives
    670. consider the impact of flexible and remote working arrangements on your own work activities, the management of your area and other parts of your organisation
    671. introduce flexible and remote working arrangements in consultation with staff, their representatives and other key stakeholders
    672. confirm that flexible and remote working arrangements are compatible with the workload of the team and the achievement of objectives
    673. provide your organisation's flexible and remote working policy to staff
    674. confirm that staff understand their rights under flexible and remote working legislation and the flexible working arrangements
    675. consider requests for flexible and remote working from staff and seek to accommodate these, where possible
    676. agree to trial and review flexible and remote working arrangements, when required
    677. state specific reasons if you decide to refuse a flexible and remote working request, ensuring these reasons are consistent with your organisation's policy and legal requirements
    678. manage appeals to decisions to refuse a flexible and remote working request in line with your organisation's policy and legal requirements
    679. arrange support from specialists, where necessary
    680. review flexible and remote working arrangements to recommend improvements
    681. follow the industry legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role in managing flexible and remote working
    682. engage colleagues and stakeholders in developing, implementing and maintaining information, knowledge management and communication systems
    683. establish the current and likely future information, knowledge and communication needs of employees within your organisation or area of responsibility and other stakeholders
    684. establish the levels of security required for information, knowledge and communication systems
    685. evaluate the capability and capacity of existing information, knowledge and communication systems to meet current needs
    686. evaluate the capability and capacity of existing information, knowledge and communication systems to meet likely future needs, and identify changes and enhancements
    687. evaluate the capability of technologies and suppliers to meet current and likely future information, knowledge and communication needs
    688. select technologies and suppliers capable of meeting current and likely future information, knowledge and communication needs to the level of security required within resource constraints
    689. implement any new or modified protocols to allow information, knowledge and communication systems to be used effectively and securely
    690. evaluate the training and on-going support required to enable employees to use information, knowledge and communication systems effectively, efficiently and securely
    691. develop and implement plans to introduce changes and enhancements to information, knowledge and communication systems that minimise adverse impacts on business activities
    692. enable employees to benefit from the changes and enhancements
    693. provide user training and on-going support required
    694. ensure maintenance and updating of information, knowledge and communication systems is carried out as required by your organisation
    695. monitor the security of systems and their effectiveness in meeting employees' information, knowledge and communication needs, and take effective action to address any problems
    696. identify where key knowledge is created, developed, shared and transferred and how it adds value to your organisation or area of responsibility
    697. define and gain support for strategies to facilitate the creation, maintenance and sharing of organisational knowledge
    698. specify standards and processes that support knowledge creation, development, sharing and capture to ensure that valuable knowledge is recorded
    699. provide systems and tools to support knowledge management and sharing
    700. ensure employees have the necessary guidance and competence to use systems and tools effectively
    701. identify where organisational culture, values, work practices and behaviours hinder effective knowledge management and sharing, and any changes required
    702. implement changes in organisational culture, values, work practices and behaviours to enable effective knowledge management and sharing
    703. encourage senior managers and key influencers within your organisation to act as role models in using knowledge management standards, systems, tools and processes
    704. implement effective systems and procedures to protect intellectual property from unauthorised use
    705. identify and implement processes that promote effective knowledge management and sharing and communicate the benefits of doing so
    706. monitor and review progress in embedding a culture of knowledge management and sharing in your organisation and plan any essential changes
    707. evaluate and record the value of knowledge management and sharing to the organisation
    708. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing information, knowledge and communication systems
    709. engage resource users to identify and obtain the physical resources required
    710. evaluate past patterns of resource use and trends
    711. identify developments likely to affect future demand for resources
    712. prepare specifications for the resources required
    713. identify the range and quantity of resources required for the planned activities in your area of responsibility, including contingencies
    714. identify sustainable resources and ensure their effectiveness and efficiency to meet specified needs
    715. produce a business case for the resources required, showing the costs and expected benefits
    716. agree adjustments to your planned activities, where the required resources cannot be obtained in full
    717. negotiate with suppliers to ensure they deliver resources of the required quality on time
    718. agree the use of shared resources with other teams, considering the needs of the different parties and the objectives of your organisation
    719. engage resource users to plan how they can be used most efficiently
    720. plan to use resources in ways that are effective, efficient and minimise any adverse impact on the environment
    721. maintain the security of resources and monitor that they are used safely
    722. ensure that resources no longer required are disposed of with minimal adverse environmental impact
    723. monitor the quality of resources and patterns of resource use in line with your organisation's requirements
    724. identify and deal with any significant variances between actual and planned resource use
    725. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing physical resources
    726. establish overall programme or project objectives and link these to strategic goals
    727. discuss and agree the objectives and scope of programme or project with sponsors and stakeholders
    728. confirm the available resources with the sponsors and stakeholders
    729. identify how the proposed programme or the project fit with the overall vision, objectives and plans of your organisation
    730. develop a programme or a project plan in consultation with project team members
    731. agree the programme or the project plan with sponsors and stakeholders, making changes, where necessary
    732. brief project team members on the final programme or project plan and their roles and responsibilities
    733. provide ongoing support, encouragement and information to project team members
    734. deploy resources in line with the requirements and priorities of the programme or a project
    735. implement processes and resources to manage potential risks arising from the project and deal with contingencies
    736. implement the programme or project plan, selecting and applying project management tools and techniques to monitor, control and review progress
    737. establish the contribution different stages of the programme or the project to achieve the overall objectives
    738. assess and manage risks for different milestones of the programme or the project
    739. ensure your colleagues fulfil their responsibilities for the achievement of different stages of the programme or the project
    740. monitor the programme or the project to ensure it achieves its objectives on time and within budget
    741. communicate progress and results of the programme or the project and its different stages to colleagues and stakeholders
    742. change the programme or project plan to respond to problems encountered or changes to organisational objectives
    743. obtain agreement to programme or project plan changes from project sponsors and other stakeholders, where necessary
    744. deliver programme or project objectives on time and within budget
    745. confirm satisfactory completion of the project with the project sponsor and any key stakeholders
    746. make recommendations which identify good practice and areas for improvement
    747. evaluate the success of the project, identifying what lessons can be learned and shared
    748. celebrate the completion of the project, recognising the contributions of project team members
    749. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out to manage programmes or projects
    750. ensure that your organisation's quality standards can deliver the quality of products and services your customers expect
    751. check that quality standards allow you to obtain any expected quality marks, awards or accreditation
    752. confirm that quality standards are in line with your organisation's values, aims and objectives
    753. establish systems, plans and resources to ensure quality standards are met and maintained
    754. specify staff roles and responsibilities in meeting quality standards
    755. check that staff are competent to fulfil their specified roles
    756. identify and assess risks of shortfalls in the quality of processes, products and services
    757. mitigate risks by taking preventative action in line with organisational procedures
    758. encourage colleagues to take personal responsibility for achieving quality standards and to address or report any actual or potential shortfalls
    759. obtain sufficient, valid information from your quality assurance system and other sources, including customers, to evaluate if processes, products and services are meeting the required standards
    760. provide feedback to motivate colleagues to maintain quality standards and improve performance
    761. detect and record any shortfall in the quality of processes, products and services
    762. investigate the causes of shortfalls and take corrective action within the required timescales
    763. report quality performance, including shortfalls and corrective actions taken, to stakeholders within agreed timescales
    764. encourage customers and colleagues to identify and recommend improvements to your quality assurance system
    765. develop plans to implement quality improvements which deliver significant benefits at reasonable cost and acceptable level of risk
    766. agree quality action plans with decision makers
    767. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing quality assurance systems
    768. seek support from colleagues or human resources specialists to manage redundancies when required
    769. provide accurate information on your organisation's redundancy policy and the appeals procedure to staff in your area of responsibility
    770. justify the reasons for the redundancies
    771. outline the consultation process for the redundancies with staff and their representatives
    772. confirm the number of employees being dismissed for reasons of redundancy
    773. outline the methods and criteria used to select employees for redundancy
    774. provide information about the alternative employment opportunities
    775. specify the learning opportunities, counselling or support available
    776. confirm the process and timescale for the redundancies
    777. confirm the method of calculating any redundancy payments
    778. inform employees selected for dismissal for reasons of redundancy clearly, considerately and confidentially
    779. interview employees being dismissed for reasons of redundancy to understand their experience of working in the organisation and of the redundancy process itself
    780. demonstrate empathy with staff needs, feelings and motivations and take an active interest in their concerns
    781. maintain the confidence and morale of remaining staff by sharing information about the process, in line with your organisation's confidentiality requirements
    782. comply with your organisation's redundancy policy and current legislation throughout the process
    783. maintain accurate records of the redundancy process and store these confidentially following organisational procedures
    784. evaluate the redundancy process with colleagues or human resources specialists
    785. identify areas for improvements in the redundancy process
    786. confirm the information your team requires from you, other team members and other teams, and when they need it
    787. discuss the preferred communication media and styles for different employees and situations in your team
    788. agree the information your team need to provide to you, other team members and other teams, and when they need to provide it
    789. outline when your team should discuss their work and issues with you, other team members and other teams
    790. select the media and styles of communication that will be used
    791. agree team communication methods which meet their needs and match organisational targets, resources, and available technology
    792. agree the individual team contacts for specific work activities
    793. agree the communication methods to be used in urgent or exceptional circumstances
    794. provide information to your team as and when they need it
    795. monitor that your team provide you, other team members and other teams with the information they need, when they need it
    796. provide opportunities for team members to discuss their work and issues arising with you
    797. identify the key communication challenges for remote, virtual workers with stakeholders
    798. review the resource requirements for providing communication tools and processes for remote, virtual working with stakeholders
    799. identify, develop and maintain effective tools and processes to support remote, virtual teams
    800. identify networks, processes and systems that allow employees to connect to information and knowledge remotely
    801. provide guidelines, training, coaching and support to facilitate and encourage effective use of communication tools and processes
    802. provide guidelines to facilitate interactive collaboration between internal and external stakeholders
    803. check that team members understand and adhere to regulatory, professional and commercial requirements
    804. resolve records management issues arising from communication and remote/virtual working
    805. evaluate the effectiveness of communication methods with team members and other teams to identify improvements
    806. plan actions to sustain or improve effective communication
    807. follow the industry legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role in managing team communications
    808. identify opportunities for improving the environmental and social impacts by engaging your team and stakeholders
    809. contribute to improving the environmental and social impacts by working with your team and stakeholders
    810. organise work activities and safe and sustainable use of resources
    811. assess work activities to ensure they comply with legal requirements, environmental and social impact policies
    812. agree actions to minimise negative and maximise positive impacts on the environment and society
    813. identify the environmental and social impacts of work activities
    814. identify the environmental and social impacts of the use of resources
    815. report any identified risks to the environment which you do not have the ability to control
    816. identify and implement changes to work activities and the use of resources that will reduce negative and increase positive impacts on the environment and society
    817. communicate the environmental and social benefits resulting from changes to work activities and the use of resources
    818. obtain specialist advice, where necessary, to help you identify and manage the environmental and social impacts of your work activities and use of resources
    819. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing the environmental and social impacts of your work
    820. engage colleagues and other stakeholders in developing plans for redeploying employees
    821. comply with your organisation's redeployment policies and procedures
    822. use internal and external specialist resources, where required
    823. identify the business need to redeploy employees to different roles, areas of the organisation or locations
    824. define specific, fair criteria for selecting individuals for redeployment
    825. apply the selection criteria objectively to identify those individuals to be redeployed
    826. communicate the reasons for redeployment to those affected making the decision-making criteria transparent
    827. make redeployment offers to individuals, specifying the new job specification, levels of responsibility, location and reporting arrangements
    828. justify any changes in salary, benefits or other terms and conditions including any relocation allowances or remote working arrangements
    829. confirm the date by which the offer must be accepted or rejected, and the alternatives if the offer is not accepted
    830. identify colleagues' needs, feelings and motivations related to redeployment of themselves and their colleagues
    831. provide support to individuals being deployed showing interest in their concerns
    832. protect the confidentiality and security of information following organisational procedures
    833. arrange induction, support, supervision and feedback to enable individuals to perform in their new roles
    834. evaluate the redeployment process with those involved
    835. identify any areas for improvement to the redeployment process and make recommendations
    836. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and managing the redeployment of employees
    837. define the key purpose of your work role
    838. identify how your role contributes to achieving your organisation's vision and objectives
    839. identify how your role relates to other roles in the organisation and where there are opportunities for joint working and mutual support
    840. develop personal objectives which are compatible with the vision, objectives and values of your organisation
    841. prioritise objectives and plan work to make best use of available time and resources
    842. assess your own values, motivations and aspirations
    843. evaluate your organisation's vision, objectives and values against your own values, motivations and aspirations to identify alignment and conflicts
    844. plan methods to maximise alignment and resolve the personal or organisational conflicts
    845. agree and prioritise your objectives with members of staff you report to
    846. monitor your progress and achievements against objectives and deadlines
    847. manage your time to achieve objectives within agreed deadlines
    848. delegate responsibilities to colleagues to ensure that deadlines are met
    849. use the relevant technologies to help you achieve your objectives
    850. identify and remove distractions and activities that do not help achieve your objectives
    851. monitor changes to your organisation's objectives, processes, systems and structures
    852. identify how changes to the organisation's objectives, processes, systems and structures impact on your role
    853. identify new work opportunities as they arise
    854. respond quickly and positively to new opportunities and revise your objectives and priorities
    855. identify urgent situations that arise during work activities
    856. respond quickly and positively to urgent situations when they arise, revising your objectives and priorities as necessary
    857. maintain your wellbeing through self-reflection when working towards achievement of your objectives
    858. use emotional intelligence to recognise and evaluate your own and your colleagues' strengths and weaknesses, feelings, opinions and judgements
    859. manage your relationships with colleagues and customers to achieve your objectives
    860. request regular objective, specific and valid feedback on your performance from colleagues and customers
    861. monitor progress towards your objectives
    862. seek new sources of support and feedback, when necessary
    863. evaluate the achievement of your objectives with members of staff you report to
    864. agree changes to your objectives with those you report to, based on your performance, feedback received or changes in organisational priorities
    865. take actions to maintain balance between your professional and personal life, when required
    866. develop effective approaches to the use of technologies by engaging relevant colleagues
    867. identify and secure sources of internal and external specialist support
    868. identify the current approaches to the use of technologies within your organisation or area of responsibility
    869. identify any plans to discard or introduce technologies or to use existing technologies for different purposes within your organisation or work area
    870. carry out benchmarking to identify good practice in relation to the use of technologies
    871. identify lessons learnt and apply these to your organisation
    872. identify opportunities for introducing new technologies, adapting existing technologies or using existing technologies for different purposes
    873. develop your strategy for using technologies and monitoring performance, using specialist expertise when required
    874. implement your strategy for using technologies and monitoring performance, using specialist expertise when required
    875. review your strategy for using technologies and monitoring their performance
    876. ensure that your strategy for using technologies is aligned to the overall vision, values, objectives and plans of your organisation
    877. communicate the technology strategy to colleagues and key stakeholders
    878. check that new technologies are compatible with current technologies
    879. monitor the introduction of any technology, or adaptation of existing technology
    880. resolve technological problems within agreed organisational service levels
    881. provide resources and support to enable colleagues to make effective use of technologies
    882. ensure that contingency plans are in place in case technology fails
    883. maintain systems to monitor implementation of technologies
    884. report on technology performance for your organisation or area of responsibility
    885. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to optimising the effective use of technology
    886. engage colleagues and other stakeholders in outsourcing decisions and managing outsourcing arrangements
    887. analyse your organisation's core competences and identify business processes which are non-core
    888. assess the potential benefits, costs, disadvantages, risks and legal and ethical implications of outsourcing non-core processes
    889. produce business cases for outsourcing non-core processes
    890. present business cases to decision-makers and confirm actions if they agree that outsourcing is worth pursuing
    891. manage the human resource implications of outsourcing, including any redundancy, redeployment, training and development, and cultural issues
    892. identify and evaluate potential vendors to outsource the processes to
    893. develop a specification of your outsourcing requirements
    894. invite potential vendors to tender for outsourced work
    895. assess tenders received against the specifications
    896. select the vendor which best meets your criteria
    897. negotiate an outsourcing contract with the vendor which specifies the volume and level of service to be provided, payment terms
    898. monitor the vendor's performance in partnership with work with legal specialists
    899. communicate outsourcing plans, both internally and externally as required
    900. monitor staff reactions to outsourcing plans and address their concerns
    901. develop a plan to transfer the business processes to the vendor including contingency plans to manage risks
    902. transfer the business processes to the vendor, addressing any emerging issues
    903. monitor the vendor's ongoing performance in line with the contract, addressing any anomalies that occur
    904. review the outsourcing arrangement at agreed points and in the event of significant changes in the operating environment
    905. evaluate the business outsourcing processes to identify areas for improvement
    906. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to outsourcing business processes
    907. identify factors affecting sales trends for your organisation
    908. measure the impact of trends on the existing sales structure and resources available
    909. analyse the implications of trends for existing and future sales structures
    910. evaluate the criteria your key customers use to choose suppliers, and how these impact your customers' buying practices
    911. analyse sales resource requirements, based on information about the number, size and location of customers
    912. identify potential gaps that need to be fulfilled to achieve sales targets
    913. select an approach for structuring your sales team activities including territories, customer types and industry sectors
    914. assign sales team members using the approach selected, matching their knowledge, abilities and skills to the requirements of customers within the relevant territories, customer types or sectors
    915. identify customers and prospects to contact by telephone, email, or in person
    916. estimate the time required to deal with your prospective or existing customers to sell effectively
    917. set financial and sales activity targets for the sales team
    918. review the selling procedures of the sales team to ensure that they can meet sales targets
    919. monitor the effectiveness of sales call plans, identifying any significant variances from agreed targets
    920. encourage members of sales teams to discuss new ideas for improvement and offer criticisms
    921. make agreed tactical adjustments to call plans, where necessary, to achieve targets
    922. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to planning and monitoring the work of sales teams
    923. engage employees and other stakeholders in planning changes
    924. outline the processes, systems, structures, roles or cultures that need to be changed with stakeholders
    925. assess the gap between the current state and the required future state
    926. identify obstacles to changes
    927. develop a plan to achieve the required changes agreed
    928. agree evaluation criteria to measure the success of change processes with stakeholders
    929. identify the roles and responsibilities of colleagues involved in or affected by the changes
    930. plan for the continuity of business activities during the period of changes
    931. evaluate the risks associated with plans and develop contingency arrangements
    932. identify how and when progress will be monitored against the plans
    933. develop communication strategies to keep colleagues and stakeholders informed about the progress
    934. present plans for change using appropriate tools to evaluate its impact
    935. ask employees and stakeholders to give feedback on changes
    936. ask employees and stakeholders to suggest innovations and improvements to products, services, processes, systems, structures, roles and cultures
    937. communicate the business case for changes, specifying both the benefits, costs and risks
    938. provide opportunities for employees and other stakeholders to discuss business cases for change, provide feedback, express any concerns and make suggestions
    939. plan changes, identifying roles and responsibilities
    940. evaluate how the changes will affect employees and other stakeholders
    941. mitigate for change and understand the differences between change and crisis management
    942. identify training or support that employees and stakeholders need and how and when these will be provided
    943. communicate with employees and other stakeholders about change processes, specifying how it affects them and any actions required of them
    944. discuss planning progress, overcoming difficulties and inviting suggestions for improvements
    945. monitor engagement with and responses to the change planning processes
    946. provide training, support and encouragement to colleagues
    947. recognise the contributions and cooperation of those involved and affected by the change
    948. evaluate employees experience of the change planning process and use the lessons learned to improve future change processes
    949. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out to plan organisational change
    950. engage colleagues and key stakeholders in planning workforce requirements
    951. confirm specialist resources to assist in workforce planning activities, where necessary
    952. evaluate your organisation's strategic objectives and plans to obtain information needed for workforce planning purposes and identify any key issues for further consideration
    953. identify the knowledge, skills and competence required to deliver your organisation's strategic objectives and plans
    954. review the capacity and capability of the current workforce to meet identified knowledge, skills and competence requirements
    955. identify any learning or development needs of the current workforce to meet requirements
    956. check that the diversity of the workforce provides a suitable mix of people to achieve its objectives
    957. interpret the range of needs of your workforce
    958. develop workforce plans that meet the organisation's long, medium, and short-term requirements, making effective use of internal and external specialists
    959. check that employment contracts meet the needs of the organisation
    960. confirm that resources needed to recruit, develop, retain and redeploy people are available
    961. develop contingency plans to deal with unforeseen circumstances and maintain business continuity
    962. identify any recurring issues that cause people to leave your organisation and seek to address these
    963. communicate workforce plans to colleagues
    964. review your workforce plans when required by your organisation, or in the light of changes to your organisation's strategic objectives and plans
    965. engage colleagues and key stakeholders in deciding whether to produce or buy in products and services
    966. establish your organisation's requirements for products and services
    967. establish whether your organisation has the capability and capacity to produce required products and services, or could develop capability and capacity in the timescale required
    968. identify potential suppliers and evaluate their capability and capacity to supply required products and services in the timescale required
    969. analyse the costs of producing products and services in-house, including the benefits of developing new capability and expertise
    970. analyse the costs of buying in products and services, including procurement processes and the benefits of collaborative arrangements
    971. evaluate the risks involved in producing products and services compared to buying them in
    972. review ethical and sustainability considerations and the interests of key stakeholders
    973. decide whether to produce or buy in products and services based on your analysis of costs and benefits, risks, review of ethical and sustainability considerations, and the interests of key stakeholders
    974. record and communicate your decision, explaining your rationale and the assumptions made
    975. seek support from colleagues, procurement or legal specialists when required
    976. create specifications for products and services to meet your organisation's requirements
    977. identify a diverse range of products and services suppliers to compare options
    978. select products and services suppliers which offer the optimal mix of quality, cost, timeliness and reliability
    979. negotiate with selected suppliers to reach an agreement which offers value for money and is acceptable to both parties
    980. agree a contract which states the quality and quantity of products and services to be supplied, timescales, costs, terms and conditions, and the consequences if either party fails to comply with the contract
    981. monitor the performance of suppliers in terms of the quality, timeliness and reliability of products and services
    982. resolve any supplier problems, in accordance with the terms of the contract
    983. review your decisions to produce or buy in products and services at agreed intervals, taking account of the actual costs and benefits and any changes in your organisation's operating environment
    984. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to procuring products and services
    985. engage staff, their representatives and other stakeholders in promoting staff wellbeing
    986. review key indicators to identify patterns and trends
    987. analyse the available quantitative and qualitative data to determine levels of staff wellbeing
    988. review current research and ideas related to staff wellbeing
    989. create plans to improve staff wellbeing based on your analysis
    990. identify areas of your organisation that create support to develop a wellbeing culture
    991. implement specific initiatives to enhance staff wellbeing in identified areas
    992. check that objectives and workloads of staff are achievable within the working hours available
    993. provide staff with the training, support and supervision they need to be able to fulfil their responsibilities effectively both now and, in the future,
    994. provide opportunities for teams to talk about their wellbeing
    995. discuss problems affecting wellbeing with individual staff
    996. respect individual confidentiality in relation to information sharing or addressing the issues and problems
    997. identify when staff have problems affecting their wellbeing and take action to alleviate the problems, where possible
    998. consult with specialists, where their problems are outside your area of competence or authority
    999. refer staff to specialists, when required
    1000. follow the industry legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role in promoting and managing staff wellbeing
    1001. identify your organisation's and your own responsibilities and liabilities under equality, diversity and inclusion legislation and any relevant codes of practice
    1002. identify your own responsibilities and liabilities under equality, diversity and inclusion legislation and any relevant codes of practice
    1003. check that your organisation's written equality, diversity and inclusion policy and action plan enables you to carry out your own responsibilities
    1004. agree revisions to your organisation's written equality, diversity and inclusion policy and action plan with decision makers, if required
    1005. check that the equality, diversity and inclusion policy and action plan has been communicated to all colleagues and other relevant stakeholders
    1006. challenge the status quo and seek better alternatives when required
    1007. promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion by engaging colleagues and other key stakeholders
    1008. agree management commitment to promoting equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion
    1009. check that commitment to promoting equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion underpins your organisation's vision, values, objectives and plans
    1010. use language and behaviours that role-models your organisation's commitment to equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion
    1011. monitor the language and behaviours used by colleagues to ensure it supports your organisation's commitment to equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion
    1012. review the diversity and needs of your organisation's current and potential customers
    1013. select communication media and styles that meet the needs of different colleagues, customers and situations
    1014. identify areas where needs are not being satisfied or where the diversity of customers should be improved
    1015. review the diversity of the workforce, at all levels, in comparison to the population and your organisation's current and potential customers and
    1016. consider the views and actions of colleagues, team members and other stakeholders when making decisions
    1017. support colleagues, team members and other stakeholders to encourage use of their knowledge, skills and expertise
    1018. take action to uphold individuals' rights following your organisation's guidelines for decision-making and building allyship
    1019. identify areas for improvement in the diversity of the workforce
    1020. seek specialist expertise in relation to equality, diversity and inclusion issues, where required
    1021. maintain systems to monitor, review and report on progress in relation to equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion within your organisation
    1022. use the findings of your reviews to identify required actions and changes to practice
    1023. comply with, and ensure others comply with, legal requirements, industry regulations, organisational policies and professional codes
    1024. identify your personal responsibilities and liabilities under health and safety legislation
    1025. communicate your organisation's health and safety policy statement to employees in your area of responsibility and other colleagues
    1026. ensure the working environments and practices in your area of responsibility comply with your organisation's health and safety policy statement and are reviewed when required
    1027. check compliance with your organisation's health and safety policy statement following any significant changes to the environment, practices or legislation
    1028. consult employees in your area of responsibility or their representatives on health and safety issues, in line with organisational requirements
    1029. set up a system for identifying health and safety hazards in your area of responsibility
    1030. implement a risk assessment system in your area of responsibility
    1031. ensure that a system is in place for identifying and assessing risks to the security of resources in your area of responsibility
    1032. agree actions to eliminate or control identified hazards and manage identified risks
    1033. refer identified hazards and risks outside your level/area of authority to colleagues responsible for health and safety
    1034. ensure that the health and safety of employees and the security of resources and information are prime considerations when designing or reviewing working environments and practices
    1035. allocate sufficient resources across your area of responsibility to deal with health, safety and security issues
    1036. seek and make use of specialist expertise, where required
    1037. set up systems for monitoring, measuring and reporting of health, safety, security and productivity performance in your area of responsibility
    1038. demonstrate your personal commitment to health, safety, security and productivity through your actions
    1039. review the application of health and safety policy statement in your area of responsibility and make recommendations to inform future developments
    1040. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to providing healthy, safe, secure and productive working environments and practices
    1041. communicate the purpose and objectives of the team to all members
    1042. define direction within your area of responsibility by engaging your team
    1043. plan how the team will achieve its objectives by consulting with them
    1044. agree individual work objectives with all team members
    1045. explain how individual objectives help to achieve the objectives of the team and the organisation
    1046. persuade your team to commit their efforts and expertise to achieving results
    1047. communicate a vision and shared values of where your organisation is going
    1048. check that your team understand how the operational plans align with your organisation's vision, values and objectives
    1049. manage your area successfully through challenges
    1050. develop a range of leadership styles and apply them to different roles and situations
    1051. communicate regularly and effectively with your team
    1052. demonstrate that you listen to what your team say and act on it
    1053. encourage team members to take responsibility for their own development needs
    1054. support team members' resilience
    1055. provide support and advice face-to-face or while working remotely
    1056. encourage and recognise creativity and innovation within the team
    1057. motivate team members to achieve their work and development objectives, providing recognition when they are successful
    1058. empower team members to work autonomously and take their own decisions within agreed boundaries
    1059. encourage team members to take the lead in their own areas of expertise, following their lead
    1060. model behaviours that reflect your organisation's values and expected behaviours to build trust and support in your team
    1061. make decisions that meet your organisation's requirements for fairness and integrity
    1062. protect your own and your team's work against negative impacts
    1063. request feedback from others and act on this to improve your leadership practice
    1064. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role when providing leadership to your team
    1065. engage colleagues and other stakeholders in recruiting, inducting and retaining staff
    1066. seek specialist resources, where required
    1067. review the work required in your area of responsibility
    1068. identify any shortfalls in number of employees, their knowledge, skills and competence
    1069. evaluate the options for addressing shortfalls and decide on the best options
    1070. develop up-to-date job descriptions and person specifications for recruitment
    1071. plan the recruitment and selection process for identified vacancies, the methods that will be used, the associated timings and who is going to be involved
    1072. specify and agree criteria for assessing and selecting applicants
    1073. inform applicants about the progress of their applications, in accordance with organisational policy
    1074. carry out recruitment in accordance with your plan, using the agreed selection criteria
    1075. offer positions to applicants who meet the selection criteria
    1076. provide constructive feedback to unsuccessful applicants, in accordance with organisational policy
    1077. welcome new staff and explain their roles in achieving the objectives of the organisation and their work area
    1078. establish employees' needs for information about your organisation, organisational policies and practices, their work roles and people they will work with
    1079. identify the learning and development needs to enable employees to perform their duties
    1080. provide an induction programme to meet new staff information, learning and development needs
    1081. consider employees' needs when designing their induction programmes
    1082. introduce employees to their colleagues, explaining respective roles and how they will interface
    1083. encourage employees to take responsibility for monitoring their progress and completing their induction programmes
    1084. provide support, supervision and feedback to enable employees to perform their roles to your organisation's requirements
    1085. provide work opportunities that challenge employees to make effective use of their knowledge, skills and competences to develop their potential
    1086. review employees' performance and development systematically and provide constructive feedback
    1087. recognise employees' performance and their achievements in line with your organisation's policy
    1088. support employees to access the career and professional development opportunities within your organisation
    1089. provide opportunities for employees to discuss issues about their work or development with you
    1090. identify when employees are dissatisfied and agree solutions that meet the individual and organisational needs
    1091. identify when employees' values, motivations and aspirations are incompatible with your organisation's vision, objectives and values and seek alternative solutions with the employees concerned
    1092. meet with employees planning to leave your organisation and resolve any issues or misunderstandings
    1093. evaluate the recruitment, induction and retention process to identify any areas for improvements
    1094. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to recruiting, inducting and retaining staff
    1095. seek support from colleagues or procurement or legal specialists on any aspects of tendering about which you are unsure
    1096. produce a specification which describes the products and services required, including information on quality, time and cost constraints
    1097. invite a number and range of suitably qualified prospective suppliers to tender, proportionate to the value of the contract and the diversity of suppliers available
    1098. provide full information about the tendering process
    1099. confirm deadlines for receipt of tenders
    1100. outline contract details
    1101. specify how pre-tender queries will be dealt with
    1102. respond to pre-tender queries so that all prospective suppliers have the same information available to them
    1103. establish criteria to allow tenders to be evaluated fairly so that the supplier that provides the optimal mix of quality, cost, timeliness and reliability can be selected
    1104. receive, record and open tenders in line with your organisation's procedures
    1105. evaluate tenders, by yourself or with others as required, applying your criteria
    1106. seek clarification from prospective suppliers where necessary
    1107. offer a contract to supply the products and services to the supplier whose tender was evaluated most highly
    1108. inform unsuccessful prospective suppliers of the outcome of the evaluation and provide them with feedback where appropriate
    1109. resolve any post-tender queries with unsuccessful suppliers
    1110. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to selecting suppliers through a tendering process
    1111. contact customers identified as sales leads, accessing those who can make buying decisions
    1112. identify customer requirements through questioning and checking for understanding
    1113. summarise customer motivations, buying needs and interests
    1114. identify the key features and benefits of your relevant products and services, matching these to the needs identified
    1115. assess which products and services are suitable for customer needs
    1116. evaluate potential trade-offs which may be beneficial both to the customer and to your organisation
    1117. provide accurate information about products, services and prices
    1118. make proposals to match the customer's requirements
    1119. explore any queries or objections raised by the customer and identify any reasons holding the customer back from agreeing the sale
    1120. identify and prioritise any customer concerns
    1121. provide evidence of the strengths of your organisation and its products and services to address any concerns the customer may have
    1122. check that the customer agrees how any concerns can be overcome
    1123. interpret verbal and non-verbal buying signals given by the customer and act upon them to progress towards closing the sale
    1124. close the sale by gaining the commitment of the customer
    1125. agree future contact arrangements, including post-sales calls to confirm customer satisfaction where relevant
    1126. record all required details in line with organisation processes and procedures
    1127. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to selling products and services
    1128. promote the benefits of learning to employees in your area of responsibility
    1129. encourage employees to seek feedback on their performance from colleagues who can provide objective, specific and valid feedback
    1130. give employees objective, specific and valid feedback on their work performance, discussing and agreeing how they can improve
    1131. agree the knowledge, skills and competence required to meet the demands of their current and potential future work roles with employees
    1132. provide opportunities and tools for employees to make an accurate assessment of their current levels of knowledge, skills and competence and of their potential
    1133. evaluate any additional, or higher levels of, knowledge, skills and competence employees need for their current work roles, potential future work roles and their personal aspirations
    1134. engage employees in identifying and obtaining information on the learning activities available to address identified learning needs
    1135. agree personal development plans which include learning activities to be undertaken, the learning objectives to be achieved, the required resources and timescales
    1136. identify and evaluate any learning difficulties or specific needs employees may have
    1137. provide opportunities and tools for employees to identify the types of learning they find most effective
    1138. provide learning and development activities that match their learning preferences
    1139. identify the range of learning methods, platforms and technologies to suit individual needs or preferences
    1140. encourage employees to focus on their prioritised learning needs when selecting learning activities and planning their development
    1141. arrange advice and support from learning and development specialists, when required
    1142. support employees in undertaking learning activities, making required resources available
    1143. remove any obstacles to learning, if required
    1144. provide opportunities for employees to apply their developing competences in the workplace
    1145. identify and make use of unplanned learning opportunities
    1146. discuss progress towards the achievement of learning objectives
    1147. discuss readiness to take on new roles and responsibilities with employees
    1148. agree the support and supervision employees will require to take on new roles and responsibilities
    1149. appoint employees to roles and responsibilities that are compatible with their competences and potential
    1150. provide employees with the support and supervision they require
    1151. provide specific feedback to enable employees to improve their performance
    1152. discuss and agree revisions to personal development plans based on performance, learning activities undertaken and any wider changes
    1153. encourage people to take responsibility for their own learning and development, including practising and reflecting on what they have learned
    1154. evaluate learning and development activities to identify improvements for future support
    1155. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to supporting employees' learning and development
    1156. identify colleagues who may be affected by decisions and their interests
    1157. engage colleagues who can contribute to decision-making processes or will be affected by the decisions
    1158. establish the objectives of the decisions to be taken and what you are trying to achieve
    1159. check that all parties involved agree with the objectives
    1160. identify the information you need to take decisions and where this can be sourced
    1161. obtain information to enable you to take decisions
    1162. verify the accuracy and reliability of the information obtained
    1163. resolve issues with inadequate, unreliable, contradictory or ambiguous information
    1164. analyse the information to identify facts, patterns and trends that may impact on your decisions
    1165. identify and evaluate the range of options open to you
    1166. draw conclusions supported by reasoned arguments and evidence, clearly stating any assumptions you have made and risks that may be involved
    1167. take decisions in line with your objectives, within the scope of your authority
    1168. make decisions that are consistent with your organisation's values, policies, guidelines, and timelines
    1169. obtain help and advice if you do not have adequate information
    1170. analyse the data to inform the decision making
    1171. refer decisions that are outside your area of responsibility or scope of authority
    1172. discuss your decisions with key stakeholders if they are likely to conflict with current values, policies, guidelines and timelines
    1173. communicate your decisions and rationale to colleagues who are affected
    1174. follow the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to using information for decision making
    knowledge
    1. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to engage colleagues and stakeholders in obtaining contracts to supply products and services
    • the communication skills including active listening, asking different types of questions, clarifying points, and restating or rephrasing statements to check mutual understanding
    • how to conduct research to identify sales opportunities
    • how to prepare tenders which emphasise your organisation's capacity and capability and the unique features and benefits of your products and services
    • how to calculate the cost of supplying products and services and prepare competitive financial quotations
    • how to present tenders clearly and convincingly, anticipating customers' queries or objections, and how to do so
    • the importance of identifying trade-offs, whereby particular aspects of your offer might be enhanced whilst others of lesser importance might be reduced, and how to do so
    • the principles and methods of negotiation and how to reach agreements that are a 'win-win', to meet both the customer's and your organisation's requirements
    • what agreements to supply products and services should cover and how to draw these up
    • the importance of seeking feedback from customers to improve future tenders
    • the importance of reviewing the tendering process and identifying the lessons to be learned
    2. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector requirements, guidelines and codes of practice for procurement
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to bidding for contracts
    3. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your organisation's financial objectives, stakeholders, tendering requirements, contractual requirements, products and services and their features and potential benefits to customers
    • your organisation's existing and potential customers, their needs and motivations
    • your organisation's capacity and capability to supply products and services
    • other organisations that your organisation can collaborate with on tenders, including existing collaborators and potential new ones
    4. General knowledge and understanding
    • the importance of confirming and clarifying the work required of teams with your manager and how to do this
    • how to identify the scope of knowledge, skills and competence required to achieve the purpose of teams
    • the importance of selecting team members with the required knowledge, skills, competence and different personalities so they can play complementary roles within teams, and how to do so
    • the succession and knowledge and skills transfer planning
    • the importance of agreeing with team members the behaviours that are likely to help achievement of team purpose and those that are likely to hinder progress and should be avoided
    • how to help team members to understand their unique contribution to team purpose
    • the contributions expected of team members and how these compliment and support each other
    • the importance of providing opportunities for team members to get to know each other's strengths and weaknesses to build mutual respect and trust
    • the importance of encouraging open communication between team members, and how this supports collaboration
    • how to provide feedback to team members to enhance the performance of fellow team members and the team as a whole
    • the importance of allowing time for teams to develop through its stages of growth, and how to do so
    • the importance of celebrating team and individual successes together and commiserating together when things go wrong
    • the different ways of communicating with members of teams and refocusing the energy on achieving its purpose
    • how to plan the work of teams, including how to identify any priorities or critical activities and the available resources
    • why it is important to allocate work across teams and how to do so
    • why it is important to brief team members on the work they have been allocated and the standard or level of expected performance and how to do so
    • the ways of encouraging team members to ask questions, seek clarification and make suggestions in relation to the work which they have been allocated
    • the concerns team members may have about their work and how to address these concerns
    5. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
    • the industry and sector requirements for the development or maintenance of knowledge, skills and competence.
    6. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the purpose and objectives of your teams, the plans for undertaking the required work and the resources required
    • the required mix of expertise, knowledge and skills to achieve teams' purpose
    • the work required of your teams and your organisation's standards or levels of expected performance
    • the backgrounds and experience of team members, their knowledge, skills, competence and workloads
    • the opportunities for team members' development and your organisation's policy and procedures for personal and professional development
    • the reporting lines in your organisation and the limits of your authority
    7. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to engage people within your organisation and other stakeholders in auditing compliance with your organisation's quality systems
    • the quality and risk management principles, methods, tools, techniques that can be used and current developments in best practice
    • how to prioritise areas and processes at greatest risk of non-compliance
    • how to develop a quality audit programme
    • the competences that quality auditors require
    • how to calculate the resources required to deliver a quality audit programme
    • how to monitor progress against plans and identify significant variances
    • how to provide feedback to auditees in ways which enhance their confidence and commitment to quality
    • how to carry out quality audits and the importance of doing so according to an agreed audit plan and schedule
    • the different ways of carrying out quality audits to enhance auditees' confidence in the quality system and their commitment to meeting and maintaining quality standards
    • the importance of giving auditees the required period of notice of your intention to audit
    • the importance of preparing carefully for the audits, and how to do so
    • how to carry out an investigation in sufficient detail to reveal any non-conformances
    • how to decide corrective actions to remedy each non-conformance, the date by which the actions should be carried out, and the importance of agreeing this with the auditees
    • how to identify and analyse inherent problems with processes and quality procedures and why it is important to report your finding and recommendations with an appropriate degree of urgency
    • the importance of checking with auditees that corrective actions have been carried out by agreed dates, and how to do so
    • how to keep complete records of quality audits and the importance of making your audit reports available to authorised people
    • how to identify the non-conformances that present serious or immediate risks to employees or to the organisation and the importance of promptly bringing this to the attention of your manager or quality specialists
    • how to monitor work to ensure it consistently meets quality standards and complies with procedures
    • the importance of ensuring that records and documentation are complete and up to date and how to make these readily accessible to auditors
    • how to identify areas where business processes, quality systems or procedures could be improved
    8. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector requirements for quality management and auditing
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing and carrying out quality audits
    9. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your organisation's strategy, stakeholders, policies and procedures
    • the people in your organisation with responsibility for quality and the quality systems used
    • the culture and quality management systems in place in the organisation in which the audit is being carried out
    • the customers of the audit and their needs
    • the responsibilities of the auditees and the quality procedures that apply to their work
    • the sources of advice, guidance and support from your manager or quality specialists
    • the authorised personnel who should receive your audit reports
    • the quality standards and procedures that apply to your area of responsibility
    • the records and documentation required for your area of responsibility
    • the corrective actions and recommendations agreed in previous audits
    10. General knowledge and understanding
    • the differences between coaching or mentoring and the features and benefits of each approach
    • the range of coaching or mentoring models, tools and techniques available, and how to select and apply these
    • the skills effective coaches and mentors require, and how to apply these skills
    • how to establish a formal and informal coaching contract with employees and what the contract should cover, including ethical considerations
    • the importance in giving employees opportunities to discuss problems affecting their performance
    • the importance of identifying performance issues and bringing these to the attention of the employees concerned
    • the importance of discussing performance with employees
    • the different communication approaches that can be used to raise and discuss individual performance with employees
    • the coaching or mentoring communication techniques used to help employees identify the skills they need to develop and the behaviours they need to change
    • the types of obstacles that could hinder employees' progress and how to remove them
    • how to help employees prepare a plan to develop their skills and adapt their behaviours
    • how to help employees try out new skills and behaviours in safe environments
    • the importance of helping employees identify and seize opportunities to apply their newly developed skills and behaviours in their work
    • how to help employees assess and manage risks associated with new skills and behaviours
    • the importance of monitoring employees' progress in developing new skills and behaviours and how to do this
    • how to give employees specific feedback designed to improve their skills, reinforce effective behaviours and enhance their motivation
    • how to establish a mentoring contract with employees and what the contract should cover
    • how to facilitate employees' access to the information, people and resources they require
    • the importance of employees reflecting on their progress and how to help them do this
    • the importance of recognising when employees have achieved their development objectives
    • how to empower employees to take responsibility for their own development
    11. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to coaching or mentoring employees
    12. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the employees in your area of work, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
    • your organisation's objectives and culture for embedding coaching or mentoring practices through leadership and management
    • the types of coaching or mentoring contracts that your organisation requires
    • the documents and records that are used to support coaching or mentoring and how these are stored
    • the sources of information, resources and advice in your organisation that can support employees and you as a coach and mentor
    13. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to engage colleagues and other stakeholders in delivering products and services to customers
    • the difference between customer service and customer satisfaction
    • the factors that make customers satisfied and continue to buy from you
    • the importance of achieving customer satisfaction in a competitive environment or an environment where high levels of service are expected
    • the best practice in customer service outside your own sector
    • the types of customer survey available and effective ways of collecting feedback
    • the techniques for motivating staff to deliver excellent service to customers
    • how information and communications technology can support customer service and help measure customer satisfaction
    • how to design and manage processes and systems focused on customers' needs
    14. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the current and emerging trends that are likely to affect your products and services
    • the developments in technology and how these will affect your work with customers
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to delivering products and services to customers
    15. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your organisation's vision, objectives, plans, values, stakeholders, products and services, and customers
    • the strengths and weaknesses of your products and services in terms of customer satisfaction
    • the customer satisfaction survey, feedback and measuring methods that are suitable for your organisation and why
    • the activities and services of your competitors or similar organisations and how this may affect your products, services and processes
    • the organisations that your customers compare your organisation against
    16. how to engage colleagues, team members and stakeholders in developing business continuity plans and arrangements the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out how to confirm the aim, scope and objectives of business continuity plans and arrangements the importance of involving stakeholders in the business continuity planning process and recognising their requirements and expectations the potential impact of disruption or emergencies on the organisation how to analyse the impact of disruptions or emergencies on the business the local arrangements for managing emergencies how to develop a framework including the procedures for determining when the business continuity plan must be invoked, the roles and responsibilities of key people in the organisation, prioritisation of organisational processes or services the procedures for activating response arrangements, provision of resources (e.g. people, premises, technology, equipment) how to provide resilient information and communications systems how to identify aspects of business continuity planning which can be addressed by training how to plan for provision of resources in the event of a business disruption or emergency the information needs following a business disruption or emergency how to identify critical and non-critical functions of the organisation the organisation's structure, governance and business processes the organisation's priorities for processes or service delivery the methods of raising awareness of business continuity plans and arrangements the importance of obtaining ownership of plans and arrangements at the appropriate level the importance of developing a business continuity management culture within an organisation how and why business continuity plans must be systematically reviewed
    17. General knowledge and understanding
    • the principles of effective customer service, the factors that make customers satisfied
    • how to measure the level of customer service being provided and why it is important
    • the benefits of forming collaborations with other organisations to maintain and improve customer service
    • the best practice in customer service outside your own sector
    • the techniques for developing employee skills, behaviours and attitudes, and how to motivate them to deliver excellent service to customers
    • how to design and manage processes and systems focused on customers' needs
    18. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the current and emerging trends that are likely to affect your products and services
    • the developments in technology that support customer service
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to developing a customer-focused organisation
    19. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your organisation's products and services, vision, objectives and associated plans
    • your organisation's customers and their needs
    • the strengths and weaknesses of your organisation in terms of satisfying customers
    • how a change in your market structure, products or services will affect your customers
    • the activities and services of your competitors or similar organisations, and how this may affect your abilities to be customer-focused
    20. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to engage employees within your organisation and stakeholders in developing and implementing marketing plans
    • how to identify, develop and prioritise marketing objectives for your area of responsibility that are consistent with your organisation's overall business plan
    • the importance of obtaining advice and support from marketing specialists and those providing services, as required
    • how to engage colleagues within your organisation and other stakeholders in developing understanding of your markets and customers
    • where you can get information about your customers and the market and the advantages and disadvantages of different sources
    • how you can get information on competitors or similar organisations
    • how to assess sources of information about your customers and the market to see how suitable they are to use
    • the sources of professional market research expertise
    • the methods of gaining customer feedback, and the costs and benefits associated with them
    • how to analyse, measure and assess data and turn it into information that is suitable for business purposes
    • how information software products can help you collect and analyse information
    • the principle that customers buy products and services for the benefits they give them
    • the principle of trying to secure competitive advantage so that more customers will prefer the products and services of your organisation
    • how to identify and target markets by developing appropriate strategies for realising marketing objectives
    • how to develop marketing plans and budgets for the achievement of the strategies, setting out clear actions, accountabilities and milestones and the importance of agreeing these
    • how to identify and access the resources and capabilities required for your plans
    • the importance of communicating plans to employees and ensure understanding and commitment, and how to do so effectively
    • the importance of ensuring the commitment of senior management and other stakeholders to your marketing plans, and how to do so effectively
    • how to identify and provide employees with the training, support and supervision they need to carry out their marketing responsibilities
    • how to monitor and report on the implementation and performance of plans against milestones and budgets
    • the importance of taking action to address any significant variances in performance against the plan, and how to do so effectively
    • the importance of identifying ways in which future marketing planning can be improved
    • how to produce and implement measures and methods for evaluating the development and implementation of marketing plans
    21. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector requirements for developing and implementing marketing plans
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out to develop and implement marketing plans
    22. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your organisations' overall business plan relevant to your area of responsibility
    • the sources of advice and support from marketing specialists and marketing service providers
    • your organisation's products and services, their features and potential benefits
    • your organisation's actual and potential customer base
    • the competitors for your products and services
    • the available organisational resources and capabilities to support your plans
    23. General knowledge and understanding
    • the types of professional connections and their features
    • the benefits of connecting with stakeholders and organisations
    • the principles and methods of communication and how to apply them to engaging with professional connections
    • the different communication styles and how to identify individual preferences
    • the methods for developing mutually beneficial relationships with other professionals, stakeholders and organisations
    • how to respond to differences of opinion and deliver your position and views
    • the range of digital technologies for engagement, communication and maintaining your professional connections
    • when and how to use of the information and resources gained through professional networks
    • the principles of confidentiality and the legal and organisational policies
    • how to develop approaches for exchanging information between individuals and organisations
    24. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector requirements for the development and maintenance of knowledge, skills and competence
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
    25. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your own values, motivations and emotions, and the effect of these on your own actions
    • your own interests and how these may conflict with the interests of other professionals, stakeholders and organisations
    • your own objectives in developing your professional connections
    • your current and future needs for information and resources
    • the relevant professionals, stakeholders and organisations that can support your work, and vice versa
    • the information and resources that relevant professionals and stakeholders may need from you and your organisation
    • the relevant professionals, stakeholders and organisations in your current professional connections
    26. General knowledge and understanding
    • the importance of identifying and evaluating potential departments and organisations to collaborate with
    • the importance of basing your decision to collaborate on your evaluation of potential benefits, the compatibility of the departments, organisations and your ability to mitigate any risks involved, and how to do so
    • how to identify the potential costs (money, time and resources) of working together
    • how to identify and agree the benefits and costs of working together
    • how to identify the aims, values and working practices of other organisations and assess how compatible these are with your own organisation
    • how to develop service level agreements with other departments and what they should cover
    • how to assess and manage the risks involved in collaborative working
    • how to develop communication protocols with other departments and organisations
    • the importance of meeting your commitments and keeping employees informed if you are unable to do so
    • how to provide support to help collaborators meet their commitments
    • the importance of identifying and agreeing the actions each collaborator will take including when, and how to do so
    • the ways to plan how and when you will review collaborations and their effectiveness, and how to do so
    • the importance of reporting and receiving reports from collaborating organisations according to arrangements agreed, and how to do so
    • how to provide feedback to collaborating organisations in ways that help them to perform effectively and reinforce their commitment and enthusiasm for collaboration
    • how to process information supplied by collaborating departments and organisations in accordance with agreements and data protection legislation
    27. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector requirements and legislation for collaboration with other organisations to achieve common or complementary objectives
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to collaborative working
    28. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your organisation's structure, vision and strategic objectives, values and working practices
    • the nature of the relationship between departments, other organisations and your area of responsibility
    • the opportunities for collaboration with departments and other organisations
    • the range of digital technologies, platforms and tools for collaboration
    • the individual departments and other organisations that you need to collaborate, and their roles, responsibilities, competence and potential
    29. General knowledge and understanding
    • the importance to recognising and respecting the roles, responsibilities, interests and concerns of colleagues and stakeholders
    • the relevant tools and technologies for managing different teams, including office-based, dispersed, remote or hybrid
    • the importance of creating a climate of trust and mutual respect where you have no authority, or shared authority, over those you are working with
    • the importance of understanding difficult situations and issues from colleagues' perspectives and providing support, where necessary, to move things forward
    • how to identify and meet the information needs of colleagues and stakeholders
    • the information it is appropriate to provide to colleagues and stakeholders and the factors that need to be taken into consideration
    • how to consult with colleagues and stakeholders in relation to key decisions and activities
    • the importance of taking account, and being seen to take account, of the views of colleagues and stakeholders, particularly in relation to their priorities, expectations and attitudes to potential risks
    • why communication with colleagues and stakeholders on fulfilment of agreements or any problems affecting or preventing fulfilment is important
    • how to identify conflicts of interest with colleagues and stakeholders and the techniques that can be used to manage or remove them
    • how to identify disagreements with colleagues and stakeholders and the techniques for resolving them
    • the damage that conflicts of interest and disagreements with colleagues and stakeholders can cause to individuals and organisations
    • how to monitor and review the effectiveness of working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
    • how to get and make effective use of feedback from colleagues and stakeholders
    • how to provide colleagues and stakeholders with feedback designed to improve their performance
    • the different types of stakeholder and key principles which underpin the 'stakeholder' concept
    • how to identify your organisation's stakeholders, including background information, the nature of their interest in your organisation and their expectations
    • how to recognise and take account of political issues when dealing with stakeholders
    • the importance of monitoring wider developments in relation to stakeholders to manage their expectations
    30. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the standards of behaviour and performance in your industry and sector
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to developing and sustaining productive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
    31. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the existing agreements with colleagues and stakeholders and their identified information needs
    • the mechanisms for consulting and communicating with colleagues and stakeholders on key decisions and activities
    • the power, influence and politics within your organisation and culture
    • the standards of behaviour and performance that are expected in your organisation
    • the mechanisms in place for monitoring and reviewing the effectiveness of working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
    • the key stakeholders, their background and interests in the activities and performance of your organisation
    32. General knowledge and understanding
    • the importance of knowledge management principles, the techniques used and good practice
    • the support and guidance employees may need to use knowledge management systems and tools
    • how to identify the work practices or behaviours that help or hinder effective knowledge management
    • how to encourage employees to share knowledge and use knowledge management standards, systems, tools and processes
    • how to ensure that knowledge developed through individual and group work activities is effectively captured and made available to those who may benefit from it
    • how to evaluate risks and manage significant risks involved in knowledge management
    • the importance of protecting intellectual property from unauthorised use, and how to do so
    • how to identify employees' needs for information and knowledge and their motivations for acquiring it
    • the importance of communicating information and knowledge only to those who have a right to it
    • how to establish employees' preferred communication media, languages, styles, timing and pace
    • the importance of checking the currency, accuracy and completeness of the information and knowledge you are communicating, and how to do so
    • how to take action to minimise any interference or disruption to your communication
    • the importance of structuring your communication in ways that facilitate employees' reception and understanding, and how to do so
    • the techniques that gain and maintain employees' attention and interest, help them retain information and knowledge, and how to use a variety of techniques
    • the importance of using verbal and non-verbal feedback to help you fine-tune your communication, and how to do so
    • the importance of communicating the information and knowledge, i.e. whether it is based on researched evidence, accepted facts or it is personal opinion
    • the importance of explaining jargon, technical terms or abbreviations
    • the importance of confirming that employees have received and understood the information and knowledge you have communicated, and how to do so
    33. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector requirements for knowledge management and communicating information
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to developing knowledge and communicating information
    34. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • how knowledge is created, developed, shared and used in your area of responsibility
    • how knowledge is exchanged with other departments or organisations
    • the networks, communities and other sources of knowledge relevant to your area of responsibility
    • your organisation's standards and processes to support knowledge management and the systems and tools available
    • the needs, motivations and preferences of the employees you are communicating with, and who has a right to the information and knowledge
    • the jargon, technical terms and abbreviations commonly used in the context in which you are working
    35. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to engage employees and stakeholders in operational planning
    • the principles and methods of short to medium-term planning and how to develop and assign objectives which are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time–bound (SMART)
    • how to analyse and manage risks by contingency planning
    • how to identify resource requirements and evaluate their availability and sustainability
    • the relevant national and international standards in risk management
    • the different types of risks and the factors which drive different types of risks
    • the key stages in the risk management process, including developing a written risk management policy and what it should cover, risk management tools, techniques and indicators
    • how to communicate the written risk management policy to colleagues and other relevant stakeholders
    • what risk criteria might cover, including the importance of seeking and taking account of the views of colleagues and stakeholders
    • the ways of identifying and clearly describing potential risks in relation to current and planned activities, the nature of the risks, the probability of occurrence and consequences
    • the types of decisions and actions that might be taken in relation to identified risks
    • why it is important and how to collect and evaluate information on how identified risks have been or are being dealt with, including contingency plans
    • the ways of developing an organisational culture in which colleagues are risk aware but are prepared to take acceptable risks in undertaking activities
    36. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
    • the current and potential competitors and collaborators in the sector, and their strategies and plans
    • the typical risks encountered in the sectors in which your organisation operates
    37. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your organisation's operating environment, actual and potential customer base, opportunities and current and planned organisational activities
    • the overall vision and values of your organisation and the objectives you are responsible for achieving
    • the processes for engaging with employees within your organisation to determine their needs and expectations
    • your organisation's culture in relation to risks criteria
    • the key stakeholders with an interest in risk management in your organisation
    • the written risk management policy and the risks criteria
    • the current risk profile of your organisation, prioritised risks and the decisions and actions
    • the identified potential risks, including any contingency plans in place
    • the resources available across the organisation to support risk management
    • the sources of specialist support on risk management
    • the systems in place for monitoring and reviewing the effectiveness of the risk management processes in your organisation
    38. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to evaluate the current requirements of a work role and how these requirements may evolve in the future
    • how to monitor changes, trends and developments in your professional sector
    • how to identify learning and development needs
    • how to address any identified gaps between the requirements of your work role and your current knowledge, understanding and skills
    • the key components of a personal development plan
    • the importance of taking account of your career and personal goals when planning your professional development
    • the different learning methods available and how to identify the methods of learning
    • the types of development activities that can be undertaken to address identified gaps in your knowledge, skills and competence
    • how to evaluate the extent to which development activities have contributed to your performance
    • how to update development plans in the light of your performance, any development activities and any wider changes
    • how to identify sources of feedback on your performance
    39. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector requirements for development or maintenance of your knowledge, skills and competence
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
    40. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your responsibilities for developing knowledge, skills and competence
    • the development opportunities and learning resources in your organisation
    • your continuing professional development (CPD) records and why these need to be kept up-to-date
    • your organisation's policies and procedures for personal development
    41. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to engage colleagues and team members in your organisation and other key stakeholders in developing your organisation's values and culture
    • the concept of culture as applied to organisations
    • the importance of values in underpinning individual and organisational performance
    • the internal and external factors that influence organisational culture, including national cultures
    • the different types of organisational culture, their features and benefits
    • the relationship between organisational culture, strategy and performance
    • the principles and methods of managing culture change within organisations
    42. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
    • the types of organisational culture in your sector and their strengths and limitations
    43. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the cultures of your workforce and the implications of these for organisational culture
    • your organisation's vision, strategies and current organisational culture
    • the organisational values, assumptions and behaviours that are consistent and inconsistent with your vision and strategy
    • the methods for communicating values, and supporting the way they are applied in your organisation
    • the ways of dealing with messages and behaviour that conflict with agreed values and assumptions
    44. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to engage colleagues and stakeholders in developing an organisation's vision, strategies and business plans
    • how to formulate an appropriate and effective vision for an organisation
    • the principles and methods of communication, and how to apply them
    • the level of strategic direction colleagues and team members require, and how to provide this direction in ways that promote energy and creativity
    • the importance of long and medium-term planning to the success of an organisation
    • the principles of strategic management and business planning, including what strategic business plans should cover
    • the importance of creativity and innovation in strategic management
    • how to identify and manage potential risks in relation to the achievement of objectives
    • how to develop strategic objectives which are SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-bound)
    • how to delegate responsibility and allocate resources to support a strategic plan
    • how to identify sustainable resources and ensure their effective use to support a strategic plan
    • how to develop measures and methods for monitoring and evaluating performance against the strategic business plan
    45. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
    • the trends and developments in your sector locally, nationally and internationally
    46. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the key colleagues and team members at your organisation, their roles, responsibilities, expectations, needs, competences and potential
    • your organisation's operating environment, stakeholders and their interests and expectations
    • your organisation's values, purpose and longer-term goals
    • your organisation's actual and potential customer base and their needs and expectations
    • your actual and potential competitors and collaborators, and their strategies and plans
    • the opportunities in your organisation's operating environment at local, national and international levels and your organisation's ability to respond
    • the processes for engaging with employees and their representatives within your organisation
    • the organisational sources of information that can aid monitoring and evaluation
    47. General knowledge and understanding
    • the importance of having an ethical and value-based approach to governance and how to put this into practice
    • the legal requirements governing the running of organisations
    • the current and emerging social attitudes to management and leadership practice and the importance of being sensitive to these
    • the ways in which other organisations deal with current and emerging social concerns and expectations
    • how to identify potential risks and hazards related to legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements
    • the ways that ethical concerns can be identified and raised
    48. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out (national and international)
    • the current and emerging social concerns and expectations within your sector
    49. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the organisation's culture and values and the effect these have on corporate governance
    • the organisational policies and procedures that support colleagues to meet the requirements specified
    • the support available to enable colleagues to report concerns about not meeting requirements
    • the processes for maintaining policies and procedures and the colleagues involved
    • the importance of making sure that policies and procedures continue to be effective
    • the different ways that colleagues or team members may not meet the requirements and the risks of these happening
    • the organisational procedures for dealing with colleagues who do not meet the requirements, and how these are reported
    50. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to engage colleagues and other stakeholders in evaluating your organisation's operating environment
    • the sources of information on customers and competitors and how to use them
    • how to measure and review your organisational performance
    • how to analyse organisational culture and the impact this has on performance
    • how to carry out benchmarking to identify good practice in relation to an organisation's performance and practices
    • how to undertake a strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) analysis
    • how to undertake an analysis of the political, economic, social, technological, legal and environmental (PESTLE) factors in the external environment
    • how to analyse stakeholder interests
    • how to build future scenarios and assess their implications
    51. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the sources of information on trends and developments in your sector, including those at a global level and how to access these
    • the current and emerging trends and developments in your sector internationally, nationally and locally
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
    52. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your organisation's structure and culture
    • your organisation's performance and the factors that influence this
    • the factors in the international, national and local market in which your organisation operates
    • your organisation's existing and potential customer base on the market
    • the needs and expectations of your existing and potential customers and other stakeholders
    • your organisation's actual and potential competitors, including their activities and relative performance levels
    • your organisation's actual and potential partners, including their activities and relative performance levels
    53. General knowledge and understanding
    • the importance of informing employees about the standards of conduct and performance expected, and the current procedure for raising grievances
    • how to carry out investigations to establish facts relating to any misconduct or unsatisfactory performance, and grievances
    • the informal approaches to dealing with cases of minor misconduct or unsatisfactory performance, and concerns, problems or complaints raised with you, and when this type of approach is likely to resolve the situation effectively
    • the differences between misconduct, gross misconduct and unsatisfactory performance, and how each should be handled
    • the importance of following your organisation's formal disciplinary and grievance procedures in serious cases of misconduct or unsatisfactory performance, and grievances
    • the importance of recognising the role of employee representatives such as trade unions and ensuring they are included in the process
    • how to conduct a formal meeting with an employee to discuss their grievance, misconduct or unsatisfactory performance
    • how to gather feedback about disciplinary and grievance procedures to evaluate them and make recommendations for improvements
    54. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
    • the industry and sector requirements for supporting employees to improve their performance
    55. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your organisation's standards of conduct and performance expected of employees and the procedures for dealing with misconduct or unsatisfactory performance
    • your organisation's procedure for dealing with grievances
    • your knowledge, skills and competence and the sources of advice, guidance and support available from colleagues, human resources or legal specialists
    • your organisation's requirements for keeping records throughout disciplinary and grievance processes and how store these in line with legislation and procedure
    56. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to engage employees and stakeholders in identifying and evaluating opportunities for innovation and improvement
    • how organisational culture impacts on innovation
    • the principles of monitoring and the methods, tools and techniques that can be used
    • the principles of benchmarking, and the methods, tools and techniques that support this
    • the range of change management methodologies, tools and techniques available
    • how to develop and gain consensus on criteria for evaluating potential innovations and improvements
    • how to gather and validate information to evaluate potential innovations and improvements against criteria
    • innovation principles, methods, tools and techniques and how to protect the intellectual property rights
    • how to evaluate potential innovations and improvements and present finding to stakeholders
    57. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the current and emerging trends and developments in your sector
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
    58. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the colleagues and team members within your area of work, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
    • the political, economic, social, technological, legal and environmental factors that affect your organisation
    • the external experts and other organisations with which you may collaborate to generate and develop ideas
    • your organisation's operating environment, business processes, markets, products and services
    • your organisation's stakeholders, their interests and expectations
    • the change management approaches used in your organisation
    59. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to engage stakeholders in identifying and justifying requirements for financial resources
    • the financial resource planning principles and methods available and how to apply them
    • how to identify and select optimal methods for achieving objectives
    • how to calculate fixed and variable costs of activities
    • the importance of cost-benefit analysis techniques and how to use them
    • the different decision-making techniques available and how to select and apply them
    • what a business case should cover and how to develop convincing arguments for what you are proposing
    • how to present and argue a business case
    • the importance of identifying assumptions made
    • how to identify and manage risks
    • the different negotiation techniques that can be used and how to apply them
    • the importance of developing alternative solutions as fallback positions
    • the importance of obtaining feedback on your presentation of the business case and how to use this feedback to improve future proposals
    60. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role when identifying and justify requirements for financial resources
    61. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your organisation's stakeholders and their interests and strategic objectives
    • the objectives you are responsible for achieving
    • the roles and employees with budgetary responsibility in your organisation
    62. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to engage employees and stakeholders in implementing change
    • the main models and methods for managing change effectively, and their strengths and weaknesses
    • the theories of teams, including team-building techniques and how to apply them
    • the types of support and training the colleagues may need to implement and respond to changes
    • how to assess the risks and benefits associated with strategies and plans
    • how to make critical decisions during change implementation
    • the obstacles to change, and the techniques that remove them
    • the different stakeholder expectations and how they influence the process
    • the principles and methods of effective communication and how to apply them
    • how to analyse change processes to identify the causes of success or failure and unanticipated benefits or disadvantages
    • the range of digital technologies required for implementation of change
    • the tools and techniques for evaluation and management of impact of change
    • how to identify lessons to be learned and applied to future change processes
    • how to calculate net value of changes
    • how to formulate and present recommendations
    63. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • your organisation's current position in its sector and operating environment, compared with its main competitors, relevant to change programmes
    • the range of information sources that are relevant to the sector in which your organisation operates
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
    64. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the individuals within your area of work, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
    • your organisation's culture, the vision for the future, the reasons for change, the risks and expected benefits
    • your organisation's change plans that have been agreed, how to access them, and the business-critical activities and interdependencies that you are responsible for
    • the factors that need to be changed, and the associated priorities and reasons
    • the importance of being agile in the events of risks or crisis
    • your organisation's communication channels, both formal and informal
    • the change management frameworks and methods used in your organisation
    • your organisation's stakeholders, their interests and expectations
    65. General knowledge and understanding
    • the principles and methods of strategic, operational management and business planning
    • how to consult with colleagues and other stakeholders
    • the importance of communicating business plans to employees and how to check their understanding of what is required
    • the principles and methods of delegation
    • how to hold employees to account for the achievement of objectives
    • how to assess and manage risk
    • the importance of demonstrating your personal commitment to business plans and how to do so
    • how to use resources effectively to achieve objectives
    • how to further develop and adjust the plan in the light of variances, including redeployment of employees and resources to implement the plan
    • how to monitor and review implementation of and performance against strategic and operational plans
    • the indicators and methods for measuring progress against plan and evaluating the implementation of plans
    • how to evaluate the implementation of business plans to identify and share the lessons learned
    66. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the trends and developments in your industry and sector at local, national and international levels
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to implementing and evaluating business plans
    67. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your organisation's vision, structure, strategy, culture, key stakeholders, communication and business processes
    • the customer feedback, financial and other management information that informs business planning in your organisation
    • the employees and resources available to achieve your organisation's strategic objectives
    • the trends and developments in your organisation's operating environment
    • the threats to achieving your organisation's vision and strategy
    • the ways of celebrating the achievement of your organisation's strategic objectives
    • the sources of information you can use to monitor and evaluate plans and the procedures for reporting and making recommendations
    68. General knowledge and understanding
    • the importance of briefing yourself on the purpose, objectives and agenda of the meeting
    • how to identify relevant information for meetings and clarify your opinions on the various agenda items
    • the importance of consulting relevant colleagues in your area of responsibility, and how to develop your understanding to be able to represent their interests and opinions
    • the importance of circulating information in advance and briefing participants individually on the content and purpose of the meeting and their roles
    • how to inform participants of the role they will be expected to play, the preparation they need to do and the objectives of the meeting
    • the time for meetings to begin and end and duration for each agenda item
    • the importance of confirming a meeting is the best way to achieve objectives
    • the importance of preparing how you will lead the meeting and how to do so
    • how to identify who needs to participate in the meeting and the inputs you require from them
    • the importance of inviting participants, giving them sufficient notice to enable them to attend and contribute to the agenda
    • how to identify the information that participants require in advance of meetings
    • the importance of presenting relevant information and opinions during the meetings and how to do so
    • the ways to identify and articulate any issues and problems emerging from discussions, and how to contribute to resolving them
    • how to present your opinions and the interests of those you are representing persuasively and why this is important
    • the importance of stating the purpose of the meeting at the start and checking that all participants understand why they are present and what is expected of them
    • how to clarify specific objectives at the beginning of each agenda item and the impact this has
    • the ways to encourage all participants to make clear, concise and constructive contributions from their perspectives, whilst acknowledging and building on the contributions of other participants
    • how to discourage unhelpful comments and digressions, and refocus attention on the objectives of meetings
    • how to manage time flexibly, giving more time to agenda items, if necessary, whilst ensuring the key objectives are met and participants are kept informed of changes in agendas
    • the importance of summarising the discussion at key points and allocating action points to participants at the end of each agenda item and how to do so
    • how to take decisions within a meeting's authority, remit or terms of reference and how to refer decisions to colleagues when required
    • the importance of checking that decisions and action points are accurately recorded and promptly communicated to participants
    • how to evaluate whether the purpose and objectives of meetings have been achieved and how future meetings could be made more effective
    69. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector requirements for leading meetings
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role when leading meetings to achieve objectives
    70. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the colleagues who need to participate in meetings and the roles they will be expected to play
    • the tools and technologies for conducting the meeting face-to-face or remotely
    • the types and sources of information required in advance of meetings
    • the meeting's authority, remit or terms of reference and any formal procedures or standing orders that apply to the meeting
    71. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to engage people within your organisation and other key stakeholders in defining your organisation's direction and committing their energies and expertise to achieving its results
    • the differences between managing and leading
    • how to develop a compelling vision for an organisation
    • how to assess critically current trends, risks and opportunities to your organisation
    • the importance of and what is meant by organisational values
    • how to measure the impact of your organisation on the environment, the local community and society
    • the ways of ensuring that organisational plans support the organisation's purpose, values and vision
    • how to select and successfully apply different methods and techniques for communicating with people across an organisation
    • the types of challenges and difficulties that may arise and ways of identifying and addressing them
    • the different theories, models and styles of leadership and the effect that they can have on organisations
    • how to select and apply leadership styles to different individuals and situations
    • the different methods and techniques for motivating, empowering, rewarding, influencing and persuading colleagues and how to apply them
    • the different types of organisational culture that encourage and recognise creativity and innovation
    • how to recognise and develop the leadership capability of colleagues and follow their lead
    • the sources of feedback on your leadership performance and how to analyse it
    72. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the range of leadership styles in the industry and sector
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
    73. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the key colleagues and team members within your organisation, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
    • your own values, motivations, aspirations and emotions and the effect these have on your own actions and others
    • your own strengths and limitations in your role of leadership or management
    • the strengths, limitations and potential of colleagues and team members
    • your own role, responsibilities and level of authority
    • the purpose, values, vision and plans for your organisation
    • the leadership culture and capability of your organisation
    • the types of support and advice required and how to respond to these
    • the range of stakeholders you may need to communicate and work with
    74. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to plan to meet objectives, identify priorities and critical issues, and the methods, resources, support and supervision necessary for achieving objectives
    • how to develop Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time-bound (SMART) objectives, delegate fairly and clarify the standards of performance required with employees
    • how to gain employees' commitment to their objectives including how to develop and agree a plan for monitoring, reviewing and evaluating individual progress and achievement of objectives
    • how to take cultural differences into account when managing individual performance
    • how to provide employees with constructive feedback to maintain and improve their performance
    • the importance of identifying and addressing unacceptable or poor performance, and how to do so
    • the importance of reviewing objectives and performance regularly, and how to do so
    • how to select and apply different methods for motivating, supporting and encouraging team members to complete the work they have been allocated and continuously improve their performance
    • how to select and apply different methods for recognising team members' achievements
    • the importance of identifying potential conflicts between team members, taking preventative action to avoid these, and how to do so
    • the importance of giving team members opportunities to discuss serious problems that directly or indirectly affect their work, and how to encourage team members to do so
    • the importance of taking prompt action to bring up and deal with conflicts when they arise if the team members concerned are unable to resolve the conflicts themselves
    • the ways of dealing with conflicts when they arise, what types of action should be taken and when
    • the importance of acknowledging and showing respect for team members' emotions about the conflict and how to manage any negative emotions
    • how to remain impartial when identifying the causes of the conflict, giving all parties opportunities to present the facts and their perceptions about the conflict
    • the importance of identifying and agreeing with team members how to resolve the conflict, without apportioning blame, and how to do so
    • the additional support and resources which team members might require to help them complete their work on time and to the quality standard required and how to assist in providing this
    75. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector requirements for the development or maintenance of knowledge, skills and competences
    • the industry and sector specific legislation, regulations, guidelines, codes of practice relating to managing and quality assuring work
    76. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the standards of work and behaviour expected of your team members
    • how to help your team understand how the roles of different team members interface, complement and support each other
    • the employees within your area of responsibility, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
    • the objectives for your area of responsibility
    • the planned work for your area of responsibility and the available resources for undertaking the required work
    • your organisation's quality standards or level of expected performance
    • your organisation's policies and procedures for dealing with poor performance
    • your organisation's grievance and disciplinary policies and procedures
    • your organisation's performance appraisal systems and reward policies and procedures
    • your organisation's policies and procedures for personal and professional development
    • your organisation's requirements for resolving conflicts and maintaining records of conflicts and their outcomes
    • the reporting lines in your organisation and the limits of your authority
    77. General knowledge and understanding
    • the purposes of budgetary systems and how to engage colleagues and stakeholders in managing budgets
    • where to get and how to evaluate the available information to be able to prepare a realistic budget
    • your organisation's key performance indicators (KPIs)
    • how to discuss, negotiate and confirm a budget with those with budgetary responsibility and the key factors that should be covered
    • how to forecast the budgets
    • how to use a budget to actively monitor and control performance for a defined area or activity of work
    • the main causes of budget variances, how to identify them and the different types of corrective action which could be taken to address identified variances
    • how to track the budgets against the performance criteria
    • the importance of agreeing revisions to the budget and communicating the changes
    • the importance of providing regular information on performance against the budget to colleagues
    • the types of fraudulent activities that can occur, how to identify them and gather supporting evidence
    • the importance of using the implementation of the budget to identify information and lessons for the preparation of future budgets
    78. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the factors, trends and developments that are likely to affect the setting of budgets in your industry and sector
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing budgets
    79. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the vision, objectives and operational plans and budgets for your area of responsibility
    • the budgeting periods used in your organisation
    • your organisational guidelines and procedures for the preparation and approval of budgets, monitoring and reporting of performance against budgets, and revising budgets
    • the agreed budgets within your area of responsibility, how they can be used, how much you can change them within the limits of your authority, and how to obtain agreement for changes beyond your limits
    • who needs information in your organisation about performance against your budget, what information they need, when they need it and in what format
    • what to do and who to contact if you suspect fraud has been committed
    80. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to engage employees and other stakeholders in managing business processes.
    • the principles and models of effective process management and how to define business processes
    • the types of business process measures and how to assess their suitability
    • how to calculate the resources needed for business processes
    • how to ensure processes and resources are sustainable and effective in their use, and the importance of doing so
    • the difference between process outputs and outcomes
    • how to assess process changes for risk and return against their potential investment cost
    • how to carry out cost-benefit analyses
    • types of analytical and problem-solving tools that you can use when developing business processes
    • how to evaluate the business processes
    • how to measure the effect of changes in the business process
    81. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the relevant sector trends, developments and competitor performance that affect your business processes
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out to manage business processes
    82. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your organisation's aims, goals, structure, values and culture
    • how your organisation adds value through its products, services and processes
    • the needs of your actual and potential customers and other stakeholders
    • the employees in your organisation, their roles and responsibilities, competences and potential in relation to business processes
    • your organisation's products, services and processes, the interdependencies between them and measures of performance
    83. General knowledge and understanding
    • the principles of communication, conflict management and dispute resolution and how to apply them
    • how to identify and address any issues with organisational structures, systems or procedures that may create conflict
    • how employees' backgrounds may create differences in expectations and how to manage these differences
    • the importance of identifying potential conflicts across the organisation to take preventative action to avoid these, and how to do so
    • the ways of dealing with conflicts when they arise, including what types of action should be taken and when
    • the process and principles of mediation to resolve work conflicts
    • the different conflict resolution techniques and how to apply them in different situations
    • the importance of acknowledging and showing respect for employees' emotions regarding the conflict and how to manage any negative emotions in yourself and employees
    • how to identify the causes of the conflict, remain impartial, and give all parties opportunities to present the facts and their perceptions about the conflict
    • the importance of identifying and agreeing with team members how to resolve the conflict, without apportioning blame, and how to do so
    • when and how to seek help from colleagues or specialists
    • how and why conflict happens in the broader work environment, between different stakeholders, different levels, different departments or organisations
    84. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector requirements and systems for managing conflicts
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing conflict in the broader working environment
    85. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your organisation's culture, rank and role hierarchies, and how work roles interface, complement and support each other
    • the organisational structures, systems and procedures that are likely to create conflict
    • the sources of specialist or third-party support available to you to manage conflicts
    • the organisational and legal requirements for resolving conflicts and maintaining records and their outcomes
    86. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to engage colleagues and other stakeholders in managing continuous improvement
    • the principles which support organisational improvement
    • how to establish systems and measures for collecting and assessing information on the overall performance of the organisation and how to use the findings to identify opportunities where organisational performance could be improved
    • how to benchmark the performance of your organisation against others and take actions based on the findings
    • the importance of receiving feedback from customers and suppliers on your organisation's performance, and how to obtain and analyse this feedback
    • the importance of developing a culture that continually improves and how to involve others in achieving this
    • the importance of finding out the cause and effects of problems and changes
    • the ways of measuring the effect of improvements
    87. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the range of information sources and techniques for collecting information that are relevant to the sector in which your organisation works
    • the trends and developments in the sector related to continuous improvement
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out to manage continuous improvement
    88. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your organisation's vision, objectives, plans, structure, values, culture and key stakeholders
    • how your organisation adds value through the delivery of its products, services and processes
    • your organisation's customers and the value of a customer-focused culture
    • the measures of performance relevant to your own organisation
    • the formal and informal sources of information relevant to your organisation and how to gather suitable information
    89. General knowledge and understanding
    • the range of corporate social responsibility (CSR) principles, methods, tools and techniques
    • how to engage a range of stakeholders in CSR including colleagues, customers, investors, suppliers, communities, regulators, special interest groups and society
    • how to measure the impact of your organisation on the environment, the local community and society
    • the principles and methods of effective communication and negotiation, and how to apply them when collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders
    • the different consensus-building principles, methods and techniques
    • the principles of sustainability
    • how to monitor compliance with the CSR policy
    • how to provide people with the advice, guidance and support they need
    • how to evaluate the effectiveness of a CSR policy
    • how to report achievement of, and progress towards, CSR objectives
    90. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
    91. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the colleagues within your area of work, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
    • your organisation's legal, ethical, social and environmental responsibilities
    • your organisation's stakeholders, their interests and expectations
    • your organisation's values, vision, activities and operating environment
    92. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to engage colleagues and stakeholders in managing customer service
    • how to establish clear and measurable standards of customer service, considering customers' expectations and your organisation's resources
    • how to organise staffing and other resources to meet customer service standards, including the importance of taking account of varying levels of demand and likely contingencies
    • the importance of ensuring customer service staff are competent to carry out their duties, and how to provide any necessary training and support
    • the importance of ensuring staff understand the standards of customer service they are expected to deliver
    • the extent of staff autonomy for responding to customers' requests and problems, and when to refer these to a senior staff member
    • the importance of taking responsibility for dealing with customers' requests and problems referred to you, and keeping them informed about the actions you are taking
    • how to monitor the standards of customer service delivered
    • identify and manage potential issues before they develop into problems, customers' requests and feedback (from staff and customers), and the importance of doing so
    • the types of customer service data available and how to analyse it to identify the causes of problems and opportunities for improving customer service
    • the importance of making or recommending changes to processes, systems and standards to improve customer service, and how to do so
    93. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector requirements for the delivery of customer service
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing customer service
    94. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your organisation's stakeholders and their interests, and available resources
    • your organisation's customers and their expectations of customer service
    • the types of problems that occur and your organisation's complaints policy and procedures
    • your organisation's staffing in relation to delivering customer service
    • the sources of advice, guidance and support from customer service specialists or more senior managers
    95. General knowledge and understanding
    • the importance of agreeing your financial responsibilities, including the limits of your authority, with those to whom you report
    • where to get and how to evaluate the available financial information to be able to prepare a realistic master budget
    • the importance of taking account of the objectives and associated plans of your area in developing and operating the master budget
    • the importance of consulting with colleagues in identifying priorities, potential problems and risks to prepare the budget for your area
    • how to discuss, negotiate and confirm budgets with colleagues in your area and with employees who control the finance and the key factors that should be covered
    • where to obtain and how to evaluate information to identify an organisation's requirement for finance
    • how to evaluate the costs, benefits and risks of different types and providers of finance, including how to work out the full cost of obtaining finance from providers
    • the criteria for selecting types and providers of finance to match organisational needs and the views of stakeholders
    • the importance of risk in obtaining finance and ways in which the level of risk can be identified and managed
    • the importance of submitting clear proposals or bids or applications to potential providers of finance and allowing sufficient time for their submission and consideration
    • the type of formal agreements that should be put in place with providers of finance, what they should cover, and how to monitor them
    • why it is necessary to put contingency plans in place in relation to obtaining finance and the type of contingencies that might occur
    • the main causes of variances, how to identify them and the different types of corrective action for addressing identified variances
    • the importance of agreeing revisions to the budget and communicating the changes
    • the importance of providing regular information on the financial performance of your area to colleagues and what they might want to know
    96. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the types and providers of finance that tend to be used in your industry or sector, and why they are preferred
    • the factors, trends and developments that are likely to affect financial management in your industry and sector
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing financial resources and obtaining finance
    97. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the vision, objectives and plans of your organisation, including those which require finance
    • the current types and providers of finance used by your organisation and other potential providers of finance and their associated costs, benefits and risks
    • the needs of your organisation for securing finance, including the organisation's attitude to risk and stakeholder views regarding the financing of projects and activities
    • the colleagues and key stakeholders who should be consulted on proposals and recommendations for obtaining finance
    • the specialist financial expertise currently used by your organisation and other potential sources of expertise
    • the systems in place for monitoring the effectiveness of the agreements for finance and identifying changes to agreements for future improvements
    • the financial information available in your organisation, the budgeting periods used, and the agreed master budget for your area, including delegated budgets
    • your financial responsibilities, including the limits of your authority and colleagues with budgetary responsibility in your organisation
    • your organisation's procedures for the preparation and approval of budgets, and the systems established for managing, reporting and evaluating performance against budgets
    • what to do and whom to contact if you suspect financial fraud has been committed
    98. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to engage members of staff, their representatives and other stakeholders in developing, managing and reviewing flexible and working arrangements
    • the range of flexible and remote working arrangements (full time, part time, flexi-time, time off in lieu, job sharing, annual hours, etc) and where employees work (home working, tele-working, hot-desking, etc).
    • the relevant tools and technologies for managing different teams, including office-based, dispersed, remote or hybrid
    • the features and benefits of flexible and remote working to individuals and organisations
    • the principles, methods and technologies of communication
    • how to consult with staff, their representatives and other key stakeholders about flexible and remote working arrangements
    • how to evaluate requests for flexible and remote working and identify ways of accommodating these
    • the importance of considering requests for flexible and remote working from a whole team impact perspective
    • the legitimate reasons for refusing requests for flexible and remote working and how to give feedback on decisions to individuals
    99. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector requirements for consultation with employees and their representatives
    • follow the industry legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role in managing flexible and remote working
    100. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the employees within your area of work, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
    • your organisation's flexible and remote working policy and the flexible working arrangements available within this policy
    • your organisation's business, strategy and values and how flexible working can support the achievement of objectives
    • your organisation's stakeholders, their interests and commitment to flexible and remote working
    • the sources of internal and external specialist support available to you within your role to make decisions and deal with appeals related to flexible and remote working
    101. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to engage colleagues and stakeholders in managing information, sharing knowledge and communication systems
    • how to gather and analyse data about employees' information, knowledge and communication needs
    • the principles, methods, tools and techniques for keeping information, knowledge and communication secure and how to establish appropriate security levels and approaches
    • how to evaluate current information, knowledge and communication systems and their capability and capacity to meet future needs
    • the range of information, knowledge and communication technologies available, and how to match their features and benefits to your needs
    • the suppliers of information, knowledge and communication technologies and their capabilities
    • how to develop protocols to allow information, knowledge and communication systems to be used effectively and securely
    • the training and support in the use of information, knowledge and communication systems that employees require
    • the change management principles, methods, tools and techniques that help support implementation of information, knowledge and communication systems
    • how to establish the requirements for system maintenance and updating
    • the existing and emerging knowledge management theories, concepts, strategies, principles, techniques and good practice
    • the systems and tools available to support knowledge management and sharing and how to select appropriate ones
    • how to specify standards and processes to support knowledge management and sharing
    • the systems and procedures to protect intellectual property from unauthorised use and how to identify and develop appropriate ones
    • how to evaluate the value of knowledge and knowledge management to the organisation and gain support for organisational strategies
    • how to monitor the effectiveness of information, knowledge sharing and communication systems to identify and take action to address problems
    102. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry standards, requirements and benchmarks for information management, knowledge sharing and communication systems
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing information, knowledge and communication systems
    103. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the individuals and groups in your organisation and their information, knowledge and communication needs
    • your organisation's current information, knowledge and communication systems
    • the levels of security of information, knowledge and communication required by your organisation
    • the levels of security appropriate for different users of your organisation's information, knowledge and communication systems
    • your organisation's business activities and processes
    • how knowledge is created, developed, shared and used in your organisation
    • your organisation's culture, values and work practice and how these may help or hinder effective knowledge management and sharing
    • the senior managers and key influencers in your organisation
    104. General knowledge and understanding
    • the importance of engaging with resource users (equipment, materials, premises, services and energy supplies), and how to do so
    • how to identify the range and calculate the quantity of resources required to carry out planned activities
    • the importance of using sustainable resources and how to identify such resources and ensure their effectiveness and efficiency
    • how to carry out cost-benefit analyses and write business cases
    • how to develop activity plans and adjust the plans if required resources cannot be obtained to support them
    • how to negotiate with suppliers to ensure they deliver resources of the required quality on time
    • how to negotiate the use of shared resources with colleagues to optimise resource use for all concerned
    • the potential impact of resource use on the environment and actions you can take to minimise any adverse impact
    • the risks associated with different physical resources used and actions you can take to ensure resources are secure and used safely
    • the importance of monitoring the quality and use of resources, and how to do so
    • the types of corrective actions (e.g. changing planned activities, changing the ways in which resources are used for activities, renegotiating the availability of resources) you can take in case of significant discrepancies between actual and planned resource use
    105. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector requirements for managing physical resources
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing physical resources
    106. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the past patterns of resource use in your area of responsibility, how to access this information and analyse it to plan activities
    • the trends and developments that affect future demand for resources in your area of responsibility and how to evaluate the likely impact of these
    • the planned activities in your area of activity and possible contingencies
    • the actual and potential suppliers of the resources you need to carry out planned activities in your area of responsibility
    107. General knowledge and understanding
    • the characteristics of programme or projects as opposed to routine management functions, activities and their key stages
    • the role and key responsibilities of a project manager, including the importance of the relationship between the project manager, sponsors and stakeholders
    • why it is important to discuss and agree the key objectives and scope of a proposed programme or a project with sponsors and stakeholders before detailed planning commences
    • why it is important to be able to identify and understand how a programme or a project fits with the overall vision, objectives and plans of the organisation and any programmes of work or other projects being undertaken
    • why it is important to consult with employees to develop a project plan and the type of information needed for effective project planning
    • what should be included in a programme or a project plan, particularly activities, required resources and timescales and why the plan needs to be discussed and agreed with the project sponsors and any key stakeholders
    • how to brief programme or project team members on the plan, confirm their roles and responsibilities and provide ongoing support, encouragement and information
    • how to identify and manage potential risks and the importance of contingency planning
    • the type of changes that might need to be made to a programme or a project plan during implementation and the importance of agreeing these with the sponsors and stakeholders
    • why it is important to confirm satisfactory completion of the programme or the project with the sponsors and stakeholders
    • how to establish effective systems for evaluating the success of the programme or the project to identify lessons for the future and recognise the contributions of the team members
    108. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the project management tools and techniques commonly used in the industry and sector
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out to manage programme or projects
    109. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the sponsors, stakeholders, agreed key objectives and scope of the plan and the resources available for the programme or the project
    • the overall vision, objectives and plans of the organisation and any other relevant programmes of work or other projects being undertaken
    • your organisation's project management methodology, tools and techniques used to monitor, control and review progress
    • the mechanisms for consulting on the development of the programme or project plan and the feedback received from relevant employees
    • the roles and responsibilities of programme or project team members and the methods used for briefing, supporting, encouraging and providing information to them
    110. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to keep up to date with current developments, tools and techniques in quality management, customers' and other stakeholders' quality expectations
    • the value of quality marks, awards and accreditation to profile of an organisation and its brands
    • how to ensure the quality standards to which you are working can deliver the quality of products and services your customers expect
    • the importance of ensuring systems and plans are in place to ensure quality standards are met and maintained, and how to do so
    • the importance of keeping employees up to date about their roles in meeting quality standards, and how to ensure they are competent to fulfil the roles
    • the importance of encouraging employees to take personal responsibility for achieving quality standards and address or report any actual or potential shortfalls in the quality of processes, products and services
    • the importance of obtaining sufficient, valid information to enable you to evaluate accurately whether processes, products and services are meeting the required standards, and how to do so
    • the importance of providing feedback to motivate employees to maintain quality standards and continuously improve performance, and how to do so
    • how to detect, record and report quality performance, including any shortfall in the quality of processes, products and services, and investigate the cause(s) and corrective action to taken
    • the importance of encouraging customers and those involved in delivering products and services to identify and recommend quality improvements
    • how to develop resourced plans to implement quality improvements which deliver significant benefits at reasonable cost and acceptable level of risk
    111. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector requirements for quality assurance and current developments
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing quality assurance
    112. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your customers' and other stakeholders' expectations regarding quality
    • your organisation's values, aims and objectives, products and services
    • your organisation's quality standards and the available resources to ensure these are met and maintained
    • the sources of information (including your quality assurance system and customers), that enable you to evaluate whether processes, products and services are meeting the required organisational standards
    • the relevant quality marks, awards or accreditation for your organisation, and how the quality standards to which you are working can obtain these
    113. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to break news to staff selected for redundancy dismissal and the importance of communicating information clearly, concisely, considerately and confidentially
    • the importance of providing learning opportunities, counselling and support; both for employees selected for redundancy dismissal and those who remain in employment
    • how to demonstrate empathy with staff needs, feelings and motivations during redundancy consultation
    • the importance of complying fully with your organisation's redundancy policy and current legislation throughout the process
    • the importance of keeping employees who remain in employment informed about the process, without breaching confidentiality, and how to do so in ways that maintain their confidence and morale
    114. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector requirements for managing redundancies
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
    115. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your organisation's redundancy policy and appeals procedure
    • the sources of advice, guidance and support from colleagues or human resources specialists
    • the reasons why it is necessary to make redundancies
    • the numbers of employees being dismissed for reasons of redundancy
    • the methods and criteria for selecting employees for redundancy
    • the consultation process and timescales for the redundancies
    • the methods for calculating any redundancy payments
    • the redundancy consultation that has taken place with staff and their representatives
    • the alternative employment opportunities and how to decide which opportunities would be appropriate to offer to employees
    • the counselling available for employees selected for dismissal for reasons of redundancy or for those who remain in employment
    • your organisation's procedures for keeping accurate records in line with confidentiality and data protection policies
    116. General knowledge and understanding
    • the principles and methods of effective communication and how to apply them
    • the range of media (e.g. face-to-face, paper, telephone, e-mail, internet) and styles of communication (e.g. written, spoken, visual, demonstration) that can be used and their features, advantages and benefits
    • the technologies that can support team communication and how to use them
    • how to discuss and agree communication needs with team members and other teams (internal and external)
    • how to review the effectiveness of communication methods with team members and other teams (internal and external)
    • the importance of providing team members with opportunities to discuss their work and issues arising, and how to do so
    • the range of tools and techniques available to support remote, virtual working, including face- to-face and technology-enabled solutions
    • how to enable the management of information resources for remote and virtual teams
    • how remote, virtual working interfaces with core business processes
    • the records, information and knowledge management issues that may arise from team and virtual working and how to resolve them
    117. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role in managing team communications
    118. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the types of communication needs that your team have, individually and collectively, to deliver the organisational objectives set
    • the internal and external teams that your staff communicate with to get information, including when and how they access this
    • why, how and when your team provides information to other teams and each other
    • the importance of receiving and providing information when it is required and the implications when communication breaks down
    • your organisation's working practices and how these affect teams, virtual teams and remote workers
    • the employees in your area of work, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
    • your organisation's requirements for reporting and providing information
    • the technologies and other resources available within your organisation that can facilitate communication, and the strengths and challenges of using them
    • the team members who should be contacted for specific purposes
    • the types of urgent or exceptional communication circumstances that may arise and how to deal with these
    119. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to organise work activities and the use of resources in your area of responsibility so that they are efficient, effective and sustainable
    • the importance of organising work activities and the use of resources so that they minimise their negative and maximise their positive environmental and social impacts, and how to do this in your area of responsibility
    • how to engage employees and other stakeholders in managing the environmental and social impacts of work
    • how to identify and implement changes to work activities and the use of resources that will reduce their negative and increase their positive environmental and social impacts
    120. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector requirements for managing environmental performance
    • the industry and sector requirements for corporate social responsibility
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to managing the environmental and social impacts of your work
    121. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your organisation's environmental and corporate social responsibility policies and how to comply with them
    • the types of risks to the environment that you do not have the ability to control within your role and why it is important to identify risks
    • the employees in your area of responsibility who can contribute to, and identify opportunities for, improving the environmental and social impacts of work
    • the range of environmental and social specialists that exists inside and/or outside your organisation
    • your role, responsibilities and limits of your authority in relation to managing the environmental and social impacts of your work
    122. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to engage employees and other stakeholders in redeployment processes
    • the principles and methods of effective communication and how to apply them
    • how to establish fair and clear criteria for redeployment
    • how to match redeployed employees to different roles, areas of the organisation and/or locations
    • the content that is required in redeployment offers
    • the importance of arranging and providing induction, support, supervision and feedback to individuals being redeployed and how to do so
    • the importance of evaluating the effectiveness of redeployment processes and identifying areas for improvement
    123. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the consultation requirements in your industry and sector
    • the employment practices in your industry and sector
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
    124. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your organisation's redeployment policies and procedures
    • the specialist resources available to support redeployment processes and how to access and use them
    • the need for redeploying employees
    • how to communicate redeployment decisions to individuals and empathise with their needs. feelings and motivations
    • the relevant working arrangements or changes in location
    • the employment contracts with employees working at your organisation
    • the employees within your area of work, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
    • your own role, responsibilities and level of authority
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and managing the redeployment of employees
    125. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to identify the requirements of your work role
    • how to gather and validate information
    • how to analyse your work role and how it relates to other roles in the organisation.
    • the ways that you can assess your own values, motivations and aspirations
    • the importance of balancing personal values, motivations and aspirations with organisational vision, objectives and values
    • how to evaluate the impact of different factors on your role
    • the importance of managing your knowledge, understanding and skills
    • how to set work objectives which are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time-bound (SMART)
    • the ways to measure progress against your work objectives
    • how to monitor changes, trends and developments and revise objectives to incorporate them
    • the techniques for managing emotions, mental health and wellbeing
    • the methods for gathering feedback on your performance
    • how to make effective use of performance feedback
    • how to update work objectives based on your performance, feedback received or changes in organisational priorities
    • how to track time management and identify possible improvements
    • how to address multiple demands with focus and energy
    126. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the colleagues and team members within your area of work, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
    • your organisation's business processes
    • your organisation's objectives
    • the agreed requirements of your work role including the limits of your responsibilities
    • your agreed personal work objectives
    • your organisation's structure and reporting lines
    • your own your own and your colleagues' strengths and weaknesses, feelings, opinions and judgements
    • your own values, motivations and aspirations
    • the importance of emotional intelligence in the workplace
    • your own emotions and the effect these have on your own actions and colleagues
    • the sources of performance feedback in your organisation
    127. General knowledge and understanding
    • the different types of technologies and the main factors to consider when assessing the use or introduction of new technologies, including the full costs and benefits
    • the importance of consulting with colleagues and relevant parties in relation to technologies
    • what an effective organisational strategy for using technologies should cover
    • the importance of contingency planning in relation to the ongoing use or introduction of technologies and how to do this
    • the different techniques and methods for communicating your organisation's strategy for using technologies
    • how to benchmark your organisation's use of strategy against other organisations
    • how to check the compatibility of new technologies with existing technologies
    • how to establish systems for reviewing the implementation of the strategy and identifying areas for improvement
    • the types of resources and support needed to enable colleagues to make the best use of technologies
    128. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the trends and types of technology that are available to your industry and sector and their main features, benefits and drawbacks
    • the financial or other incentives or support that may be available for investing in technology in your industry and sector
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to optimising the effective use of technology
    129. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the role of technologies in your organisation's culture and the current approaches to use
    • the plans to discard or introduce technologies, or use existing technologies for different purposes and who needs to be consulted across the organisation
    • the other parties with an interest in your organisation's use of technologies
    • the vision, values, objectives and plans of your organisation and how the technology strategy aligns
    • the systems in place for effective monitoring and reporting on the use of technologies, including contingency plans
    • the specialists who can advise your organisation on using technologies
    • what technologies have already been used in your organisation and what the outcomes were
    130. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to engage colleagues and stakeholders in outsourcing decisions and managing outsourcing arrangements
    • the difference between core and non-core business processes
    • how to assess the potential benefits, costs, disadvantages, risks, and legal and ethical implications of outsourcing non-core processes
    • how to make a business case for outsourcing non-core processes
    • the potential human resource implications of outsourcing, including redundancy, redeployment, training and development, and cultural issues, and how to address these
    • how to identify and evaluate potential vendors to which you could outsource the process, including the use of vendor rating systems
    • the importance of inviting potential vendors to tender against a specification of your requirements
    • how to assess and select the vendor which best meets your criteria
    • the techniques for negotiating and agreeing a legally binding outsourcing contract, and how to work with legal specialists
    • the importance of a legally binding outsourcing contract with a vendor specifying in detail the volume and level of service to be provided, payment terms and how the vendor's performance will be monitored
    • the importance of communicating the outsourcing plans internally and externally as required, and how to do so clearly and effectively
    • how to monitor a vendor's performance in line with the contract, promptly and effectively addressing any anomalies that occur
    • the importance of working closely with the vendor to transfer the business process to them, and how to do this
    • how to identify potential risks and emerging issues when transferring the business process and how to resolve them
    • the importance of reviewing the outsourcing arrangement at agreed points and in the event of significant changes in the business environment
    131. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector requirements for outsourcing business processes
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out to outsource business processes
    132. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the individuals in your area of work, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
    • your organisation's core and non-core business processes
    • your organisation's procedures and relevant legal requirements for inviting tenders to supply your requirements
    133. General knowledge and understanding
    • the different ways of structuring sales forces, including territory management, customer type and industry sector management, and the reasons for selecting each
    • the reasons why an organisation might establish, maintain or change its sales management structure
    • how sales structures are established and the factors to be considered when establishing an appropriate structure
    • the concept of 'preferred supplier' status as used by customers when selecting suppliers of products and services
    • the variety of procurement practices used by a range of organisations
    • how to prioritise calls according to the potential value and probability of a sale
    • how to develop a call plan, record the outcome of each call effectively and measure the success of sales calls
    • the techniques for motivating a sales force, including the use of tactical sales incentives
    • the exchange of ideas and criticism for performance improvement
    • the sources of general and specialist advice on effective resourcing of the sales team
    134. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to planning and monitoring the work of sales teams
    135. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your own organisation's products and services, sales strategies, plans and targets, including those in relation to relevant key accounts
    • the employment contracts and current working practices of the sales team
    • the geographical spread of your organisation's potential and existing customers
    • the criteria used by your key customers to select their suppliers, and how they affect their procurement practice
    • your organisation's actual and potential competitors and partners and the key features of their selling strategies
    136. General knowledge and understanding
    • the main models and methods for managing organisational change, and their strengths and weaknesses, and how to select an approach that matches a defined organisational change
    • the theory of teams, including team-building techniques and how to apply them when engaging employees and stakeholders to plan and deliver organisational change
    • how to develop and gain consensus on criteria for evaluating the success of the change process with stakeholders
    • how to assess the risks and benefits associated with change strategies and plans
    • the importance of contingency planning and how to do so effectively
    • the obstacles to change, and the techniques that deal with these
    • the range of stakeholder expectations and how they influence the process
    • how to engage employees and other stakeholders in change processes
    • the principles and methods of effective communication and how to apply them
    • how to encourage people to provide feedback and respond appropriately to feedback
    • how to identify individual training needs and provide the support people need to cope with change
    • the monitoring and evaluation principles, methods, tools and techniques
    • how to evaluate people's experience of change and identify the lessons to be learned
    137. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • your organisation's current position in its sector and operating environment, compared with its main competitors, relevant to change programmes
    • the range of information sources that are relevant to the sector, and related sectors, in which your organisation operates
    • the current and emerging trends and developments in your sector
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role and the activities being carried out
    138. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the individuals within your area of work, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
    • your organisation's culture, the vision for the future, reasons for change, consultation processes, the risks and expected benefits
    • the business-critical activities, interdependencies, factors that need to be changed, and the associated priorities and reasons
    • your organisation's communication channels, both formal and informal
    • the change management frameworks and methods used in your organisation
    • how to mitigate for change and the differences between change and crisis management
    • the business case for change in your organisation, including cost-benefit analysis techniques
    • the different obstacles to change within your organisation
    • your organisation's stakeholders, their interests and expectations
    139. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to engage employees and other stakeholders in workforce planning
    • what an effective workforce plan should cover to meet organisational requirements
    • the information required to undertake workforce planning
    • the legislation and requirements relating to employment, workers' welfare and rights, equality and health and safety
    • how to take account of equality, diversity and inclusion issues in workforce planning
    • the strategies and services which need to be in place for when employees leave, including redundancy counselling
    • the importance of putting contingency plans in place and how to do so effectively
    • the different ways in which workforce requirements can be met, their advantages and disadvantages, costs and benefits
    140. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the types of employment contracts typically used within the industry and sector
    • the patterns for employing, recruiting, and retaining employees in the industry and sector
    • the trends and developments in the sector which are relevant to workforce planning
    • the legislation, regulations and codes of practice that apply in the industry and sector
    • the working culture and practices of the industry and sector
    141. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the individuals within your organisation, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
    • the internal and external specialist resources available for workforce planning and how to make use of them
    142. General knowledge and understanding
    • the importance of consulting with colleagues to identify requirements for products and services and decisions to produce or buy in products and services
    • how to draw up detailed specifications for procuring products and services
    • how to source products and services and compare alternative suppliers
    • how to select products and services suppliers which offer the optimal mix of quality, costs, timeliness and reliability
    • how to negotiate with selected suppliers to reach an agreement which offers value for money and is acceptable to both parties
    • the importance of agreeing a contract which clearly states quality and quantity of products and services, timescales and costs, terms and conditions, and consequences if either party fails to comply with the contract
    • how to monitor the performance of suppliers in terms of the quality, timeliness and reliability of products and services
    • the importance of taking prompt action to resolve any problems with the performance of suppliers, in accordance with the terms of the contract, and how to decide what action should be taken and when
    • how to evaluate your organisation's actual or potential capability and capacity to produce required products and services
    • how to evaluate the capability and capacity of potential suppliers
    • how to carry out cost-benefit analyses and identify and evaluate risks
    • the decision-making principles, methods, tools and techniques and how to apply them
    • the importance of carrying out regular reviews of your decisions to produce or buy in products and services, and how to do so
    143. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector requirements for procuring products/services
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to procuring products and services
    144. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the sources of advice, guidance and support from colleagues or procurement or legal specialists on any aspect of procuring products and services about which you are unsure
    • the limits of your own knowledge, skills and competence and whom to consult with to identify your requirements for products and services and suppliers, where necessary
    • the sources of products and services suppliers which meet your organisation's requirements
    • your organisation's strategic objectives, values, key stakeholders, business activities, processes and requirements for products and services
    • your organisation's ethical and sustainability considerations that may impact on your decisions
    145. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to engage staff, their representatives and other key stakeholders in promoting staff wellbeing
    • the key indicators (such as attendance, retention, working hours, productivity, job satisfaction, innovative suggestions) and measures of staff wellbeing
    • the quantitative data (such as absenteeism, staff turnover, accident records, overtime) which can be used to evaluate levels of staff wellbeing
    • the qualitative information (such as supervisory meetings, appraisals, exit interviews, staff surveys, body language) which can be used to evaluate levels of staff wellbeing
    • how to analyse quantitative data and qualitative information to determine levels of staff wellbeing
    • the initiatives that can be implemented to reduce stress and enhance staff wellbeing
    • how to calculate achievable objectives and workloads for staff
    • the importance of providing staff with opportunities to discuss issues affecting their wellbeing
    • how to recognise signs that staff are having problems affecting their wellbeing
    • the actions you can take to alleviate problems affecting staff wellbeing
    146. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector requirements for enhancing staff wellbeing
    • the industry legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to your role in promoting staff wellbeing
    147. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the data available in your organisation that can inform an assessment of staff wellbeing
    • why it is important to confirm with confidentiality while sharing or receiving information about individual issues or problems
    • the individuals within your area of work, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
    • the internal and external sources of specialist expertise (such as HR staff, mental health first aiders, employee assistance programmes, charities, local support groups)
    148. General knowledge and understanding
    • your organisation's and your personal responsibilities and liabilities under equality, diversity and inclusion legislation and the relevant codes of practice
    • the different definitions of equality, diversity and inclusion
    • the different forms which discrimination and harassment might take in the workplace
    • the business case for ensuring equality of opportunity and promoting diversity and inclusion
    • the importance of senior management commitment to promoting equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion and how this can be achieved
    • why it is important to lead by example in terms of your behaviour, words and actions supporting a commitment to equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion
    • how to recognise when the behaviour, words and actions of colleagues and customers does, and does not, support a commitment to equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion and the actions that can be taken to correct behaviours
    • the importance of reviewing the diversity and needs of an organisation's current and potential customers to identify areas for improvement and how to review
    • the importance of reviewing the diversity of an organisation's workforce, at all levels, to identify areas for improvement and how to review
    • how to develop a written equality, diversity and inclusion policy and what it should cover
    • how to communicate the organisation's equality, diversity and inclusion policy to all people who work for the organisation and other relevant parties
    • the sources of specialist expertise in relation to equality, diversity and inclusion
    • how to establish systems for monitoring, reviewing and reporting on progress in relation to equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion within an organisation
    149. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector-specific legislation, regulations, guidelines and codes of practice relating to equality, diversity and inclusion
    • the range of equality, diversity and inclusion issues and developments that are particular to your industry and sector
    150. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the overall vision, values, objectives, plans and culture of your organisation
    • why allyship in the workplace is important
    • the planning and decision-making processes within your organisation including the guidelines related to fairness and consistency
    • your organisation's current and potential customers and their needs
    • the current diversity of your organisation's workforce
    • the key stakeholders with an interest in equality, diversity and inclusion in your organisation
    • your organisation's written equality, diversity and inclusion policy and action plan and how they are communicated to colleagues and to other relevant stakeholders
    • the mechanisms for consulting with colleagues or their representatives on equality, diversity and inclusion issues, and why consideration of their views and actions is important
    • the sources of specialist expertise in relation to equality, diversity and inclusion used by your organisation (internal and external)
    • your organisation's systems for monitoring, reviewing and reporting on progress in relation to equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion
    151. General knowledge and understanding
    • the importance of health, safety and security in the workplace, your personal responsibilities and liabilities under health and safety legislation and how to keep up with legislative and other developments relating to health and safety
    • how to communicate the written health and safety policy statement to employees who work in your area of responsibility and other relevant parties
    • how to identify risks to the security of resources and information and actions you can take to mitigate these risks
    • how and when to consult with employees in your area of responsibility or their representatives on health, safety and security issues
    • the ways of developing a culture in your area of responsibility which puts health, safety and security first and the importance of setting a good example to employees
    • how to establish and use systems for identifying hazards and assessing risks, the actions that should be taken to control or eliminate them, and the type of resources required
    • how to establish systems for monitoring, measuring and reporting on health, safety and security performance in your area of responsibility
    • how and when to review the application of the written health and safety policy statement in your area of responsibility and produce/provide findings to inform future planning and decision-making
    152. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector-specific legislation, regulations, guidelines and codes of practice relating to health, safety and security
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to providing healthy, safe, secure and productive working environments and practices
    153. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the employees with an interest in health, safety and security in your area of responsibility
    • your organisation's written health and safety policy statement and how it is communicated to employees at your organisation and to other relevant parties
    • the sources of specialist expertise available to support you in managing health, safety and security
    • the operational plans for your area of responsibility and the resources allocated to and across your area of responsibility for health, safety and security
    • the allocated responsibilities for health, safety and security in your area and your organisation in general
    • the systems in place in your area of responsibility for identifying hazards, assessing risks, taking actions and who to refer to when identified hazards or risks are outside your level and area of authority
    • the systems in place for monitoring, measuring and reporting of health, safety and security performance in your area of responsibility
    154. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to engage team members within your area of responsibility to define team direction and persuade them to commit their energies and expertise to achieving results
    • the differences between managing and leading and how to empower team members
    • how to create and communicate a compelling vision to different audiences within your area of responsibility
    • the different leadership styles and how to select and apply these to different situations and team members
    • how to lead and motivate your team face-to-face or remotely
    • how to get and make use of feedback from team members and other colleagues on your leadership performance.
    • the types of difficulties and challenges that may arise and ways of identifying and addressing them
    • how to create and maintain a culture which encourages and recognises creativity and innovation
    • the importance of recognising individual strengths, encouraging others to take the lead and ways to achieve this
    • how to select and successfully apply different methods for encouraging, motivating and supporting team members and recognising achievement
    • how to set objectives which are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time-bound (SMART)
    • how to plan the achievement of team objectives and the importance of involving team members in this process
    • the importance of showing team members how personal work objectives contribute to achievement of team and organisational objectives
    155. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your own role, responsibilities and level of authority
    • your team members, their roles, responsibilities, competences, needs, motivations, strengths, limitations and potential
    • how to encourage and support resilience of your team members
    • your own values, motivations, emotions, strengths and limitations in your leadership role
    • the vision, strategic objectives and culture of the overall organisation and how your team's purpose, objectives, and operational plans for your area of responsibility align
    • the types of support and advice that team members are likely to need and how to respond to these
    • the leadership styles used across the organisation and how you compare
    • the personal work objectives and organisational standards of performance for your team members
    156. General knowledge and understanding
    • how to review the workload in your area to identify shortfalls in number of employees, their knowledge, skills and competence
    • how to identify actual skills and avoid stereotyping of skills levels and work ethics
    • the different options for addressing identified shortfalls and their advantages and disadvantages
    • what job descriptions and person specifications should cover and why it is important to consult with others in producing or updating them
    • the different stages in the recruitment and selection process
    • why it is important to consult with others on the stages, recruitment and selection methods to be used, associated timings and who is going to be involved
    • the different recruitment and selection methods and their associated advantages and disadvantages
    • why it is important to give clear information on vacancies to potential applicants
    • how cultural differences in language, body language, tone of voice and dress can differ from expectations and how to avoid bias
    • how to measure applicants' competence and capability against agreed criteria and assess whether they meet the stated requirements of the vacancy
    • the importance of keeping applicants informed about progress and how to do so
    • how to provide clear and constructive feedback to unsuccessful applicants
    • the purpose and importance of a structured induction programme and what an induction programme should cover to take account of employees' needs
    • how to encourage employees to take responsibility for their progress using active listening and questioning techniques
    • how and when to review employees' progress towards achieving the objectives in their induction programmes
    • how to identify employees' information, learning and development needs
    • the importance of recognising individual performance and how to do so
    • the importance of providing support and opportunities for employees to discuss issues with you
    • the alternative solutions that may be deployed when employees' values, motivations and aspirations are incompatible with their work or your organisation's vision, objectives and values
    • the importance of understanding the reasons why employees are leaving an organisation
    • the importance of evaluating the effectiveness of selection, induction and retention processes and the ways to obtain feedback to identify areas for improvement
    157. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the recruitment and selection issues and specific initiatives and arrangements within the industry and sector
    • the relevant employment practices in your sector and the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies in relation to recruiting, inducting and retaining staff
    158. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the variety of needs of employees, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
    • the job descriptions and person specifications for confirmed vacancies
    • the local employment market conditions and the staff turnover rate in your area
    • your organisation's structure, values and culture and the agreed operational plans and changes to work requirements in your area
    • the specialist resources available to support recruitment, induction and retention, and how to make use of them
    • the training and development opportunities and resources available
    • the legal and employment policies and practices within your organisation, including recruitment, selection, induction, development, promotion, retention, redundancy, dismissal, pay and other terms and conditions
    159. General knowledge and understanding
    • the importance of following organisational procedures and legal and ethical requirements when selecting suppliers
    • how to draw up a specification describing the products and services required, including information on quality, time and cost constraints, where appropriate
    • the importance of communicating information clearly, concisely and accurately, and how to do so
    • how to identify suitably qualified prospective suppliers to tender, taking account of the value of the contract and the diversity of suppliers available
    • the importance of including full information about the tendering process, deadlines for receipt of tenders, contract details and how pre-tender queries will be dealt with
    • how to deal with pre-tender queries in ways which ensure all prospective suppliers have the same information available to them
    • how to establish clear criteria and how to evaluate the tenders fairly, using the criteria, and select the supplier that provides the optimal mix of quality, cost, timeliness and reliability
    • how to evaluate tenders rigorously and the importance of seeking clarification from prospective suppliers, where necessary
    • the importance of informing unsuccessful prospective suppliers of the outcome of the evaluation and providing them with feedback, where appropriate
    • how to resolve any post-tender queries with unsuccessful suppliers promptly and effectively
    160. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector requirements for selecting suppliers
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to select suppliers through a tendering process
    161. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your organisation's procedures and legal and ethical requirements for selecting suppliers
    • the limits of your own knowledge, skills and competence and the sources of advice, guidance and support available (from colleagues or procurement or legal specialists) on any aspects of tendering for supplies about which you are unsure
    • the details of the specifications about products and services required
    • the diversity of suppliers available to you in your role and how to contact them
    162. General knowledge and understanding
    • the difference between influencers and decision makers and their relative roles in the decision-making process
    • the key stages in the sales cycle, and how to use this effectively in structuring the sales approach
    • the importance of active and empathetic listening, and of confirming understanding
    • the importance of questioning techniques and how to use these during the sales cycle
    • the difference between features and benefits, and how to use these in selling
    • the typical range of behaviours displayed by customers, including body language, and how to respond to these constructively in a sales situation
    • the typical objections that can arise in a selling situation and how to manage these
    • how to evaluate potential trade-offs to achieve a 'win-win', whereby particular aspects of the product or service's package might be enhanced whilst others of lesser importance might be reduced, for the benefit of both your customer and your organisation
    • the effective methods for closing sales and confirming customer commitment
    163. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to selling products and services
    164. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • your organisation's sales plans and objectives, including its target market, key customers and their requirements from your products and services
    • your organisation's products and services, their features and potential benefits
    • your organisation's structure and lines of decision-making related to sales
    • the current competitor sales activities, the key features of their products and services, including how they compare with your organisation's products and services
    • your own sales targets and how to create plans for achieving these
    • your organisation's sales process and procedures, including recording requirements
    • the available literature and materials to support the selling process
    165. General knowledge and understanding
    • the benefits of learning for employees and the ways you can develop a culture where learning is valued and the willingness and efforts to learn are recognised
    • how to identify potential future roles and responsibilities for employees
    • how to provide employees with specific feedback designed to improve their performance
    • the tools available for assessing knowledge, skills and competence
    • how to analyse the gaps between current levels of knowledge, skills and competence and the levels required
    • how to develop learning and development plans based on a sound analysis of learning needs
    • why it is important for employees to have a written personal development plan and what it should contain (for example, identified learning needs, learning activities to be undertaken and the learning objectives to be achieved, timescales and required resources)
    • how to prioritise employees' learning needs, including taking account of organisational needs and priorities, and the personal and career development needs
    • the different types of learning activities, their advantages and disadvantages and the required resources (for example, time, fees, substitute staff)
    • the range of methods, platforms and technologies for learning and development
    • how and where to obtain information on different learning activities and how to match them to different individual learning preferences and learning content.
    • how to set learning objectives which are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time-bound (SMART)
    • the types of support employees might need to undertake learning activities, the types of obstacles they may face and how these can be resolved
    • how to monitor and evaluate whether learning activities have achieved their intended learning objectives
    • the importance of regularly reviewing and updating personal development plans based on performance, learning activities undertaken and any wider changes
    • how to encourage employees to take responsibility for their own learning and development, including personal reflection on their performance
    • the sources of specialist expertise in relation to identifying and providing learning for employees
    166. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector requirements for the development or maintenance of knowledge, skills and competence and specific initiatives and arrangements
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to supporting employees' learning and professional development
    167. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the employees in your team, their roles, responsibilities, competences and potential
    • the knowledge, skills and competence requirements for different roles within your area of responsibility the identified gaps in employees' knowledge, skills and competence
    • the tools used in your organisation to identify individual learning needs and preferences
    • the identified learning needs of employees and their personal development plans linked to performance management or appraisal
    • the learning activities and resources available in your organisation
    • the opportunities for employees' learning and career development in your organisation
    • the support and supervision available to employees within your organisation
    • your organisation's learning and personal and professional development policy and practices
    • the sources of internal and external specialist advice and support available to you
    168. General knowledge and understanding
    • the importance of engaging those who can contribute or may be affected in the decision making process, and how to do so
    • the importance of setting objectives for the decision, and how to make it clear what the decision must achieve and what is outside the scope of the decision
    • how to identify the information you need to take the decision and how to access it from different sources
    • how to judge whether you have the required information to allow you to take the decision
    • how to identify if information is inadequate, unreliable, contradictory or ambiguous, and how to remedy this within required timelines
    • how to analyse information to identify relevant facts, patterns and trends
    • the range of options open to you and how to evaluate the options
    • the concept of data driven decision making
    • how to justify your conclusions using evidence to support them
    • the importance of ensuring your decisions are in line with your organisation's values, policies, guidelines and timelines
    • the importance of showing any assumptions you have made and risks that may be involved, and how to do so
    • how to communicate your decision to different audiences
    169. Industry and sector specific knowledge and understanding
    • the industry and sector requirements for using information to make decisions
    • the legal, organisational, codes of practice and policies relevant to using information for decision making
    170. Context specific knowledge and understanding
    • the colleagues who can contribute to the decision making process or will be affected by the decision
    • the facts, patterns and trends within your organisation that may impact on your decision
    • your organisation's values, policies, guidelines and timelines related to your decisions
    • the scope of your authority for taking decisions, when you need to refer decisions to someone else and the colleagues you may need to refer to
    • the steps to take if you do not have the required information, the decision is outside your area of responsibility, or your decisions conflict with values, policies, guidelines and timelines required
    behaviour
    1. Assessing
    2. Building consensus
    3. Communicating
    4. Consulting
    5. contingency planning
    6. Decision-making
    7. Delegating
    8. Evaluating
    9. Influencing
    10. information management
    11. Innovating
    12. Involving others
    13. Monitoring
    14. Persuading
    15. planning
    16. Presenting information
    17. Prioritising
    18. Reflecting
    19. reviewing
    20. risk management
    21. Setting objectives
    22. Scenario building
    23. Thinking systematically
    24. Thinking critically
    skill
    1. Analysing
    2. Communicating
    3. Evaluating
    4. information management
    5. Innovating
    6. Involving colleagues
    7. Negotiating
    8. Networking
    9. Obtaining feedback
    10. Persuading
    11. planning
    12. Presenting information
    13. Prioritising
    14. reviewing
    15. Thinking strategically
    16. Thinking with a focus on customers
    17. Acting assertively
    18. Decision-making
    19. Empowering
    20. Involving others
    21. Leadership
    22. Monitoring
    23. Problem solving
    24. Providing feedback
    25. Setting objectives
    26. Team building
    27. Valuing and supporting others
    28. Delegating
    29. Leading by example
    30. reporting
    31. time management
    32. Valuing and supporting members of staff
    33. Assessing
    34. benchmarking
    35. Interviewing
    36. Involving employees
    37. Questioning
    38. risk management
    39. Thinking systematically
    40. coaching
    41. Demonstrating
    42. Empathising
    43. Influencing
    44. Inspiring
    45. Learning
    46. Motivating
    47. Reflecting
    48. Consulting
    49. Building consensus
    50. Forecasting
    51. Thinking creatively
    52. Managing of self
    53. Personal resilience
    54. Valuing individuals
    55. Managing conflict
    56. Balancing competing needs and interests
    57. Stress management
    58. Managing self
    59. Motivation of self
    60. Personal and professional development
    61. Role modelling
    62. Self-assessment
    63. Role-modelling
    64. Customer focused
    65. Managing risks
    66. Scenario building
    67. Thinking critically
    68. Assessing risks
    69. Being agile in managing risks or crisis
    70. contingency planning
    71. Following
    72. Supporting
    73. Valuing differences
    74. Managing programmes
    75. Managing projects
    76. Involving team members
    77. Empathy
    78. Motivation
    79. Self-reflection
    80. Self-awareness
    81. Lead by example
    82. Building allyship
    83. Performance management
    84. Supporting teams
    85. Supporting individual resilience
    86. mentoring
  6. Slaters
    responsibility
    1. Fabricate and install weathering leadwork to roofs
      COSVR287 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and preparing, forming and installing lead sheet weatherings for chimneys, abutments, pipes, junctions, valleys, hips and openings for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, fit, position, weld, secure, dress, boss, point and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install lead sheet weatherings to given working instructions for the following
      • chimneys
      • abutments
      • soil and/or vent pipes
      • junction saddles
      • valleys
      • hips
      • ridges
      • openings (roof lights/windows)
      10. fabricate back gutters, aprons and pipe slates by lead welding
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut, fit and place soakers
      ‐ cut, form and install step flashings
      ‐ install valley liners and saddles
      ‐ form and install aprons, back gutters and soil and/or vent pipe flashings
      ‐ weld and boss
      ‐ install rolls to hips/ridges
      ‐ install secret gutters
      ‐ point/seal flashings
      ‐ apply patination fluid
      ‐ recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ recorgnise specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with fabricating and installing weathering leadwork to roofs
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ sheet lead, patination fluids and pointing materials
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to fabricate and install weathering leadwork to roofs
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
      3. Building Maintenance Multi-trades Repair and Refurbishment Operations
    2. Harvest and transport thatching materials
      cosvr115 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 selecting, gathering and transporting materials for thatching
      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
      • naturally grown and cultivated materials
      • 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 handle, cut, gather, stack, load and tie
      10. use and maintain harvesting tools and ancillary equipment
      11. identify, select, harvest and transport three of the following thatching materials to given working instructions
      • long straw, combed wheat reed, water reed, sedge grass, coppice materials, heather, marram, bent, bracken, rush, flax, turf or other specialist local material
      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 and their uses
      16. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, manufacturers' information and regulations
      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 and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      19. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and 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
      ‐ identify and select suitable thatching materials
      ‐ stack and store thatching materials using appropriate methods and techniques
      ‐ handle materials using mechanical and manual methods
      ‐ load and transport thatching materials
      ‐ use tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with the use of thatching materials
      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 and sizes of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ straw, reed, grass, coppice materials, heather, marram, bent, bracken, rush, flax and turf
      ‐ transport equipment
      ‐ harvesting tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to harvest thatching materials
      26. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Waterproof Membrane Roofing Systems
    3. Install components for warm and cold roof construction
      COSVR281 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 counter-battens, ventilation systems, insulation and access hatch insulation, supporting timbers and ancillary components to construct warm and cold roofs for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, cut, mark out, fit, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install the following roofing components to roofs with ridges, verges, hips, valleys, openings, penetrations and abutments to given working instructions to construct a warm and cold roof
      • counter-battens
      • ventilation systems
      • over and/or between rafter level insulation
      • ceiling level insulation
      • access hatch insulation
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut and fit warm and cold roof materials and components to the required size and shape
      ‐ fix underlay and counter-battens to roof design
      ‐ install ventilation systems
      ‐ install over and/or between rafter level insulation
      ‐ install ceiling level insulation
      ‐ install access hatch insulation
      ‐ remove ineffective/damaged insulation from roof area
      ‐ check and maintain adequate ventilation
      ‐ check supporting timber at hips, valleys, ridges, abutments and openings
      ‐ recognise the principles of warm/cold roof construction
      ‐ recognise ceiling construction, including air tightness, air layers and vapour control layers
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing components for warm or cold roof construction
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ underlays, counter-battens, quilt and rigid insulation and ventilation systems
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install components for warm and cold roof construction
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    4. Install double-lap artificial roof slates
      COSVR277 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing double-lap artificial slate roof coverings for new and/or re-roof 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
      • he 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install double-lap artificial slates and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ install undereaves, eaves and top course
      ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ set out and install double-lap artificial roof slates to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ form dry fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ double-lap artificial slates, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems and ventilation systems
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install double-lap artificial roof slates
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    5. Install double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details
      COSVR286 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 double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details (eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas) for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working 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 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap), to battens and/or boards, and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for at least two of the following roof details
      • eyebrow dormers
      • swept valleys
      • laced valleys
      • curved vertical
      • curved pitch (cones, apse ends)
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ fix boards, wedges, fillets and split battens
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ fix tiles to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ set out and install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap) and components, including soakers to eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ plain tiles, peg tiles, boards, split battens, soakers, timber, wedges, fillets, fittings and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    6. Install fully supported lead and hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      COSVR327 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment for preparing and installing fully supported lead and hard metal to flat, low pitched and pitched roofs, cladding and weatherings.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set out, cut, profile, position, secure and joint
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare substrate and install to given working instructions fully supported flat lead roofing or low pitched hard metal roofing plus, fully supported lead or hard metal roofing to the following
      • pitched roofs
      • vertical cladding
      10. install two of the following fully supported lead or hard metal weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces to given working instructions
      • soffits
      • cornices or parapets
      • gutters
      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
      • oral/written instructions, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ clean/clear substrate
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ set out joints
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ install fully supported flat lead roofing or low pitched hard metal roofing
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal pitched roofs and vertical cladding
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal weatherings to vertical, horizontal and inclined surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, finishings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    7. Install natural roof slate to mitred and vertical roof details
      COSVR278 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing natural slate roof coverings to mitred and vertical roof areas for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install natural roof slates to batterns and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • mitred hips
      • mitred valleys
      • vertical surfaces
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges and ridges
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ grade and hole slates
      ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ form mitred hips and mitred valleys, including measuring, cutting and fitting soakers
      ‐ set out and install natural roof slates to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ natural slates, fixings, soakers, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install natural roof slates to mitred and vertical roof details
      23. Security procedure
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Building Maintenance Multi-trades Repair and Refurbishment Operations
      3. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    8. Install natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details
      COSVR288 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 natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details (eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas) for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, grade, size, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install natural slates to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for at least two of the following roof details
      • eyebrow dormers
      • swept valleys
      • laced valleys
      • curved vertical
      • curved pitch (cones, apse ends)
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ fix boards, wedges, fillets and split battens
      ‐ grade, size and hole slates
      ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ set out and install slates and components, including soakers to eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ slates, boards, split battens, soakers, timber, wedges, fillets, fittings and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    9. Install plain tile roof coverings
      COSVR275 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing plain tile roof coverings for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install plain roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ set out and install tiles to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations and internal and external corners
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries 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
      ‐ plain tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install plain tile roof coverings
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    10. Install pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs
      COSVR273 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing pre-formed lead and/or proprietary flashings to single and double-lap roof coverings with chimneys, abutments, soil and/or vent pipes, junctions, valleys and openings for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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 cut, fit, position, secure, dress, point and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install pre-formed lead and/or proprietary flashings to single and double-lap roof coverings to given working instructions relating to the following
      • chimneys
      • abutments
      • soil and/or vent pipes
      • junction saddles
      • valleys
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut, fit and place lead and/or proprietary soakers
      ‐ cut and fit flashing materials to the required size and shape
      • install step flashings
      ‐ install valley liners and saddles
      ‐ install lead aprons, back gutters, soil and/or vent pipe flashings
      ‐ install flashings to openings (roof lights, windows)
      ‐ dress flashings
      ‐ point/seal flashings
      ‐ apply patination fluid
      ‐ install proprietary flashings and weatherings
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing weathering flashings to roofs
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ pre-formed lead flashings, proprietary flashings, soakers, patination fluids, pointing materials
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity and length associated with the method/procedure to install pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    11. Install rainscreen wall cladding systems
      COSVR184 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 rainscreen wall cladding 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 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 specialised fixings for compatible materials
      • tools and equipment
      • access equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. prevent 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, set out, adjust, align, fit, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools, levelling instruments and ancillary equipment
      9. install rainscreen wall cladding 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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of rainscreen wall cladding systems
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ ensure currency of calibration for levelling equipment
      ‐ assess suitability of background materials
      ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
      ‐ identify the types and characteristics of current rainscreen cladding materials, including metal, clay, ceramic and laminate
      ‐ form internal and external angles
      ‐ form opening reveals
      ‐ Install rainscreen wall cladding systems
      • position and install panel hangers, drips, cover strips, fixings and fittings
      ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces
      ‐ fit components around protrusions and penetrations
      ‐ position and secure flashings and vents
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing rainscreen wall cladding systems
      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 specialist
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, panel hangers, drips, cover strips, halters and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, fire stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and rainscreen panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install rainscreen wall cladding systems
      22. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Cladding Occupations (Construction)
      2. Innovative/Modern Methods of Construction
      3. Wood Occupations (Construction)
    12. Install random natural roof slates with diminishing margins
      COSVR279 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 random natural slate roof coverings (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) with diminishing margins for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, size, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install random sized (length and width) natural roof slates (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ grade, size and hole slates
      ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ maintain head laps for diminishing courses
      ‐ maintain side laps for random width slates
      ‐ recognise the relationship between head and side lap, roof pitch and geographical location
      ‐ set out and install random sized (length and width) natural roof slates (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) to battens and/or boards, fittings and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ random sized natural slates, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, boards, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install random natural roof slates with diminishing margins
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    13. Install regular sized natural roof slate to standard roof details
      COSVR276 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing regular sized natural slate roof coverings to battens and/or boards for new and/or re-roof 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 practicesK4 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 resourcesK10 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 specificationK16 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 timeK18 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install regular sized natural roof slates to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ grade and hole slates
      ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ regular sized natural slates, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install regular sized natural slates to standard roof details
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    14. Install sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
      COSVR96 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing sheeting and cladding rainwater goods to new and existing roofs and walls.
      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. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, cut, set out, align, fit, position, fix and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install the following sheeting and cladding rainwater goods to given working instructions
      • gutters
      • pipes, downpipes and angles (swan necks, off sets)
      • brackets and supports
      • sumps
      • overflows
      • outlets
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of rainwater goods
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ identify datum, line, level and plumb
      ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect materials and resources
      ‐ position, fix and secure brackets and supports
      ‐ install gutters, pipes including downpipes and angles (swan necks and offsets), sumps, outlets and overflows
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints and overlaps
      ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces
      ‐ install materials and components, stop-ends, grills, guards, filters, sealants, gaskets and covers
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
      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
      ‐ brackets, fixings and supports
      ‐ gutters, pipes, downpipes and angles
      ‐ sealant and gaskets
      ‐ stop-ends, grills, guards, filters and covers
      ‐ overflows, sumps and outlets
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    15. Install sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls
      COSVR95 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing sheeting and cladding systems and 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
      • 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. prevent 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, adjust, align, level, plumb, fit, fix and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • install sheeting and cladding materials to roofs and walls, to include flashings, openings, vents, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
      • built-up
      • standing seam
      • secret fix
      • composite panel
      • fibre-cement
      9. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      10. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      11. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      12. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. 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)
      14. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of sheeting and cladding systems
      15. 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 and storage of materials, by manual handling and mechanical lifting and with mechanical access equipment
      16. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      17. 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 quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specifications
      ‐ conform to manufacturer's installation criteria
      ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
      ‐ position and secure fixings, halters, spacers, clips, fittings and sheets
      ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect sheeting, cladding materials and resources
      ‐ install built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ install decking and structural panels
      ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces, backgrounds, sheets and panels
      ‐ position and secure vents
      ‐ install insulation
      ‐ measure, cut, fit, shape and fix flashing materials
      ‐ install translucent sheets, condensation and vapour control materials
      ‐ form and shape components for openings, vents, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, overlaps and interface details
      ‐ apply sealants and install fillers to ensure water and airtight seals
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
      18. 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 specialist
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, spacer systems and clips
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and transclucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
      22. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    16. Install sheeting and cladding systems to curved and complex roof and wall formations
      COSVR99 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing sheeting and cladding systems and components to curved and complex formations.
      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
      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. prevent 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, fit, finish, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install sheeting and cladding to complex roof or wall formations, incorporating weathering materials, related materials and components, ventilation and insulation, fittings, fixings and flashings for the following to given working instructions
      • curved areas
      • complex formations
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of sheeting and cladding systems
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ set out and transfer lines and levels in preparation for installation
      ‐ prepare and layout materials, components, fixings and fittings
      ‐ install fire stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ install sheeting and cladding to curved and complex formations
      ‐ position and secure flashings and vents
      ‐ install insulation and flashing material
      ‐ form and shape components for intricate, unconventional areas, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, overlaps and interface details
      ‐ apply sealants and install fillers to ensure water and airtightness
      ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roof and walls
      ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect sheeting and cladding materials and resources
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding 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
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, fire-stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding to curved and complex roof and wall formations
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    17. Install single and double-lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details
      COSVR688 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 single and double-lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details for new and/or re-roof 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 working 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install single and double-lap roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials, for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • mitred hips
      • mitred valleys
      • vertical surfaces (double-lap only)
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges and ridges
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install single and double-lap tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ form mitred hips and mitred valleys, including measuring, cutting and fitting soakers
      ‐ set out and install double-lap tiles to vertical surfaces, including gable ends, openings and penetrations
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ tiles, fixings, soakers, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single and double lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    18. Install single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge
      COSVR282 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install single-lap fixed gauge roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments, and general areas
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ single-lap fixed gauge tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    19. Install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge
      COSVR274 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install tiles, to a variable gauge, and components to eaves, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      • form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ single-lap tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    20. Install underlay, battens and roofing components
      COSVR272 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 battens, underlay, counter-battens, undercloaks, eaves ventilation systems, underlay support trays and fire breaks for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, cut, mark out, position and fix
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. set out battens to datum points and gauge
      10. install materials and components to eaves, verges, hips, ridges, valleys, abutments, openings, penetrations, general areas and vertical surfaces to given working instructions relating to the following
      • underlay
      • battens
      • counter battens
      • undercloaks
      • eaves ventilation systems
      • underlay support trays
      • fire-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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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 7 operative care of hand tools, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interface
      ‐ establish fixed points and determine the gauge to set out and fix batten positions
      ‐ cut underlay, battens and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ fix underlay, battens and counter-battens, verge clips and hip irons
      ‐ set out and determine overhang for wet and/or dry fix systems
      ‐ fix undercloak for bedded verges and/or dry fix systems
      ‐ install underlay to openings (roof lights, windows) and penetrations
      ‐ install underlay support trays and eaves ventilation systems
      ‐ form fire breaks
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing underlay, battens and roofing components
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ underlay, battens, counter-battens, undercloak, verge clips, eave ventilation systems and hip irons
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install underlay, battens and roofing components
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    21. Install wood shingle roof coverings
      COSVR283 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 wood shingles for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install wood shingles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • verges
      • ridges
      • hips
      • valleys
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • vertical surfaces
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut and fit wooden shingles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install wood shingles to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments, vertical and general areas
      ‐ set out and install wood shingle to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
      ‐ install pre-formed ridge/hip units
      ‐ install vents
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof coverings
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ wood shingles, pre-formed hip and ridge units, vents and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install wood shingle roof coverings
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    22. Prepare and install fully supported lead and hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      COSVR687 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 fully supported lead and/or hard metal tapered, concave, convex and segmented roofing and cladding profiles.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
      • tapered
      • concave
      • convex
      • segmented
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead, hard metal roofing or cladding
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    23. Prepare and install fully supported lead and hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      COSVR687 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 fully supported lead and/or hard metal tapered, concave, convex and segmented roofing and cladding profiles.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
      • tapered
      • concave
      • convex
      • segmented
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ 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
      ‐ stop work at the point when conjecture begins and report findings
      ‐ record work carried out (written, photographic or digital)
      ‐ recognise and/or report endangered/protected flora and fauna
      ‐ remove deteriorated and/or inappropriate materials
      ‐ maintain existing structure
      ‐ integrate existing and new constructional components or finishes
      ‐ store salvageable fabric, materials and structural components
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead or hard metal roofing or cladding
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      Heritage Skills (Construction)
    24. Prepare and install fully supported lead and hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      COSVR687 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 fully supported lead and/or hard metal tapered, concave, convex and segmented roofing and cladding profiles.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
      • tapered
      • concave
      • convex
      • segmented
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ 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
      ‐ stop work at the point when conjecture begins and report findings
      ‐ record work carried out (written, photographic or digital)
      ‐ recognise and/or report endangered/protected flora and fauna
      ‐ remove deteriorated and/or inappropriate materials
      ‐ maintain existing structure
      ‐ integrate existing and new constructional components or finishes
      ‐ store salvageable fabric, materials and structural components
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead or hard metal roofing or cladding
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      Heritage Skills (Construction)
    25. Prepare and install fully supported lead and hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      COSVR687 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 fully supported lead and/or hard metal tapered, concave, convex and segmented roofing and cladding profiles.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
      • tapered
      • concave
      • convex
      • segmented
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead, hard metal roofing or cladding
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    26. Prepare backing walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding systems
      COSVR183 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and preparing backing walls and securing proprietary and bespoke sub-frames to receive rainscreen cladding 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
      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 associated equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and specialised fixings for compatible materials
      • tools and equipment
      • access equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. prevent 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, level, plumb, adjust, fit, position, fix and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare backing walls and install rainscreen wall cladding vertical and horizontal support 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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with preparing backing walls and installing support systems to receive rainscreen wall cladding systems
      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, by manual handling and mechanical lifting and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ assess suitability of backing walls
      ‐ check currency of calibration for levelling equipment
      ‐ identify datum, establish, work to and transfer levels and plumb lines
      ‐ install proprietary vertical and horizontal support systems
      ‐ install bespoke vertical and horizontal support systems
      ‐ measure, mark out and cut supports to form internal and external angles
      ‐ form opening reveals
      ‐ adjust, fit, position, fix and secure brackets and fixing components for rainscreen wall cladding support systems
      ‐ install insulation, fire stops, breather membranes and vapour control layers
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine 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
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ 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 preparation of backing walls for rainscreen wall cladding support 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
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, carriers, rails, brackets and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes, primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare backing walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding support systems
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    27. Prepare resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials on roofs and walls
      COSVR94 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and preparing resources, components and materials for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials to roofs and walls.
      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. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to identify, check, measure, mark out, cut, prepare and position
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare resources for installation, to include sheeting and cladding materials, fixings, flashings, roof and wall components and ancillary equipment, to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
      • built-up
      • standing seam
      • secret fix
      • composite panel
      • fibre-cement
      • rainscreen cladding
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ check resources for type, quantity and damage and report discrepancies
      ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect roof and wall sheeting and cladding materials and resources
      ‐ identify types and characteristics of cladding sheets, including single skin, sinusoidal (corrugated), trapezoidal (box) and fibre cement profiles, twin or double skin insulated systems, composite panel (sandwich panel) systems, decking, structural decking and rainscreen products
      ‐ identify parts of roof and wall cladding sheets including top and bottom flanges, crown, web, trough or pan
      ‐ identify types, characteristics and applications of cladding products and systems including built-up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panel, fibre cement, rainscreen cladding products
      ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding profiles for walls and roofs
      ‐ measure, mark out and cut sheeting and cladding
      ‐ adjust and position fixings, halters, spacers, clips and fittings
      ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
      ‐ prepare, align and position resources ready to install: built-up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panel, fibre cement and rainscreen cladding
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials on roofs and walls
      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
      ‐ fixings and fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare sheeting and cladding materials and resources for installation on roofs and walls
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    28. Produce lead and hard metal ornamental features
      COSVR329 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and producing ornamental features in lead and hard metal.
      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 oral/written 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 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/set out, cast, cut, fold, stretch, reduce, press, boss, weld, solder, joint, fit, finish, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. produce two of the following lead and/or hard metal ornamental features to given working instructions
      • scrolls/bullnoses
      • finials/bosses
      • hoppers/planters
      • ornaments
      • shingle/preformed panels
      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
      • oral/written instructions, electronic data, 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, 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, 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
      ‐ draw and produce patterns/templates
      ‐ produce lead and/or hard metal scrolls/bullnoses, finials/bosses, hoppers/planters, ornaments and shingle/preformed panels by cutting, folding, casting, bossing, pressing, welding, soldering, stretching and reducing as appropriate to the metal
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with producing lead or hard metal ornamental features
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, casting sand, pressings, moulds, solder, flux, lettering, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce lead or hard metal ornamental features
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    29. Refurbish sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or rainscreen systems
      COSVR97 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and removing existing materials, preparing backgrounds and components for sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls and rainscreen systems to refurbish, strip and re-sheet or over-clad existing coverings.
      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. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to identify, check, measure, mark out, cut, remove, clean, replace, align, position, fix and seal
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare resources and backgrounds to refurbish, strip and re-sheet or over-clad sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
      • built up
      • standing seam
      • secret fix
      • composite panel
      • fibre cement
      • rainscreen cladding
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      ‐ the discovery of asbestos containing substances
      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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the refurbishment of sheeting and cladding
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ identify the criteria for removing and over-cladding materials containing hazardous substances, including licenced and non-licenced asbestos
      ‐ check currency of calibration for levelling equipment
      ‐ retain the integrity of background surfaces and backing walls
      ‐ prepare backgrounds and backing walls for replacement (new or recycled) sheeting and cladding systems
      ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
      ‐ prepare existing roof and wall coverings for over-cladding
      ‐ strip existing roof and wall coverings and rainscreen wall cladding support systems for re-sheeting
      ‐ apply cleaning agents and primers
      ‐ install insulation, sealing tapes, vapour checks and separation membranes
      ‐ assess the suitability of structures and existing roof coverings to receive replacement materials
      ‐ layout and align products, adjust fixings, halters, spacers, clips, fittings, sheets and cladding materials
      ‐ fit and fix replacement materials
      ‐ form and shape components for up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
      ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roofs and walls and rainscreen systems
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ handle, store and dispose of removed materials and components
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with refurbishment of sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls or rainscreen 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
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, clips and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal, translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement system
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to refurbish sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or rainscreen systems
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    30. Repair and maintain fully supported lead and hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      COSVR328 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment to remove, repair or replace and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined 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 oral/written 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 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/set out, remove, cut, joint, fix or dress, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. repair and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing or cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces to given working instructions relating to the following
      • remove, repair or replace defective coverings/components
      • install and/or repair lead or hard metal
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 access arrangements
      ‐ inspect surfaces to determine condition and identify defects
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ remove, replace, cut, joint, fix or dress to repair defective coverings/components
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ install and/or repair fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints
      ‐ remove blockages to ensure free drainage
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with repairing and maintaining fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weathering
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, fixings, finishings, ancillary items, underlay and substrate
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to repair and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    31. Repair sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls (including rainscreen)
      COSVR98 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and repairing defects in existing sheeting and cladding materials on roofs and walls (including rainscreen).
      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
      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 and 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. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to remove, replace, renew and repair
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. identify and repair the following defects in sheeting and cladding systems to given working instructions
      • leaks
      • condensation
      • damaged sheets and components
      • minor surface coating defects
      • damaged or missing flashings
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the repair of sheeting and cladding systems
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' repair and installation criteria
      ‐ identify defects including: leaks and condensation, damaged sheets and components, surface coating defects, damaged and missing flashings
      ‐ remove and recover defective materials
      ‐ carry out repairs to sheet components
      ‐ remove and replace damaged, missing and incorrect sheeting and cladding materials, components, fittings, fixings and flashings
      ‐ identify and match existing products
      ‐ identify the source of leaks and condensation
      ‐ deal with and prevent water leaks and condensation
      ‐ inspect, test, repair and replace rainwater goods
      ‐ identify and ensure the integrity of joints and overlaps
      ‐ treat surface coating defects
      ‐ apply sealants and fillers to ensure water and airtightness
      ‐ install and replace insulation, fire stops, breather membranes and vapour control layers
      ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roofs and walls including rainscreen systems
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 repairing sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
      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
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to repair sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Cladding Occupations (Construction)
      2. Building Maintenance Multi-trades Repair and Refurbishment Operations
    32. Strip and reclaim roof coverings
      COSVR280 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and removing and reclaiming roof coverings for future use, disposing of unsuitable materials and preparing surfaces for re-roofing.
      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 informationK1 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 practicesK4 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 resourcesK10 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 damageK14 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 specificationK16 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 timeK18 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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
      • 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 remove, reclaim, de-nail, re-hole, re-size, clean and sort
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. remove, reclaim and/or dispose of weathering materials and ancillary components to given working instructions, plus at least two of the following
      • natural slates
      • plain tiles
      • single-lap tiles
      • stone slates
      10. prepare surface and materials ready for re-roofing in accordance with 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 (asbestos materials), 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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ position temporary stop boards at eaves
      ‐ remove existing roof coverings
      ‐ clear roof of debris and nails in rafters and other roof timbers
      ‐ sort removed roof coverings and dispose of unwanted materials
      ‐ reclaim reusable tiles and natural slates, stone slates and weatherings
      ‐ assess the suitability of materials to be reclaimed
      ‐ determine sizes of imperial and metric slates
      ‐ stack/store reclaimed materials for reuse
      ‐ prepare materials for reuse, including de-nailing, re-holing and re-sizing
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • liaise with clients regarding procedures for carrying out the work and protecting property and the surrounding area
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with stripping and reclaiming roof coverings
      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
      • components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity associated with the method/procedure to strip and reclaim roof coverings
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      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. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme
    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
    • 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
    • he hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    8. Safe work practicesK4 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
    9. Selection of resourcesK10 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
    10. Meet the contract specificationK16 how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
    • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
    11. Allocated timeK18 what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
    12. 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 working practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
    13. Interpretation of informationK1 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
    14. Minimise the risk of damageK14 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
    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 and when personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
    16. 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
    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 specialised fixings for compatible materials
    • tools and equipment
    • access equipment
    4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
    5. prevent 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, set out, adjust, align, fit, position and secure
    8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools, levelling instruments and ancillary equipment
    9. install rainscreen wall cladding 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, falls, rescue procedures
    ‐ 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)
    15. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of rainscreen wall cladding systems
    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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
    17. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • how and when maintenance should be carried out
    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
    ‐ identify installation quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ ensure currency of calibration for levelling equipment
    ‐ assess suitability of background materials
    ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
    ‐ identify the types and characteristics of current rainscreen cladding materials, including metal, clay, ceramic and laminate
    ‐ form internal and external angles
    ‐ form opening reveals
    ‐ Install rainscreen wall cladding systems
    • position and install panel hangers, drips, cover strips, fixings and fittings
    ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces
    ‐ fit components around protrusions and penetrations
    ‐ position and secure flashings and vents
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing rainscreen wall cladding systems
    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 specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, panel hangers, drips, cover strips, halters and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, fire stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and rainscreen panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install rainscreen wall cladding systems
    22. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company and operative
    23. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials, components and fixings
    • tools and equipment
    24. demonstration of work skills to measure, cut, set out, align, fit, position, fix and secure
    25. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    26. install the following sheeting and cladding rainwater goods to given working instructions
    • gutters
    • pipes, downpipes and angles (swan necks, off sets)
    • brackets and supports
    • sumps
    • overflows
    • outlets
    27. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of rainwater goods
    28. 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 and storage of materials, by manual handling and mechanical lifting and with mechanical access 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
    ‐ identify installation quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ identify datum, line, level and plumb
    ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect materials and resources
    ‐ position, fix and secure brackets and supports
    ‐ install gutters, pipes including downpipes and angles (swan necks and offsets), sumps, outlets and overflows
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints and overlaps
    ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces
    ‐ install materials and components, stop-ends, grills, guards, filters, sealants, gaskets and covers
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
    30. Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    31. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ brackets, fixings and supports
    ‐ gutters, pipes, downpipes and angles
    ‐ sealant and gaskets
    ‐ stop-ends, grills, guards, filters and covers
    ‐ overflows, sumps and outlets
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
    32. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, adjust, align, level, plumb, fit, fix and finish
    33. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • install sheeting and cladding materials to roofs and walls, to include flashings, openings, vents, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
    • built-up
    • standing seam
    • secret fix
    • composite panel
    • fibre-cement
    34. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of sheeting and cladding systems
    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
    ‐ identify installation quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specifications
    ‐ conform to manufacturer's installation criteria
    ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
    ‐ position and secure fixings, halters, spacers, clips, fittings and sheets
    ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect sheeting, cladding materials and resources
    ‐ install built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ install decking and structural panels
    ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces, backgrounds, sheets and panels
    ‐ position and secure vents
    ‐ install insulation
    ‐ measure, cut, fit, shape and fix flashing materials
    ‐ install translucent sheets, condensation and vapour control materials
    ‐ form and shape components for openings, vents, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, overlaps and interface details
    ‐ apply sealants and install fillers to ensure water and airtight seals
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
    36. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, spacer systems and clips
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and transclucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
    37. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, fit, finish, position and secure
    38. prepare and install sheeting and cladding to complex roof or wall formations, incorporating weathering materials, related materials and components, ventilation and insulation, fittings, fixings and flashings for the following to given working instructions
    • curved areas
    • complex formations
    39. 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 quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ set out and transfer lines and levels in preparation for installation
    ‐ prepare and layout materials, components, fixings and fittings
    ‐ install fire stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ install sheeting and cladding to curved and complex formations
    ‐ position and secure flashings and vents
    ‐ install insulation and flashing material
    ‐ form and shape components for intricate, unconventional areas, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, overlaps and interface details
    ‐ apply sealants and install fillers to ensure water and airtightness
    ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roof and walls
    ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect sheeting and cladding materials and resources
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding systems
    40. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, fire-stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding to curved and complex roof and wall formations
    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 use of access equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and associated equipment
    • specific risks to health
    42. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, cut, level, plumb, adjust, fit, position, fix and secure
    43. prepare backing walls and install rainscreen wall cladding vertical and horizontal support systems to given working instructions
    44. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with preparing backing walls and installing support systems to receive rainscreen wall cladding systems
    45. 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 and with mechanical access equipment
    46. 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 quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ assess suitability of backing walls
    ‐ check currency of calibration for levelling equipment
    ‐ identify datum, establish, work to and transfer levels and plumb lines
    ‐ install proprietary vertical and horizontal support systems
    ‐ install bespoke vertical and horizontal support systems
    ‐ measure, mark out and cut supports to form internal and external angles
    ‐ form opening reveals
    ‐ adjust, fit, position, fix and secure brackets and fixing components for rainscreen wall cladding support systems
    ‐ install insulation, fire stops, breather membranes and vapour control layers
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine 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
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ 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 preparation of backing walls for rainscreen wall cladding support systems
    47. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, carriers, rails, brackets and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes, primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare backing walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding support systems
    48. demonstration of work skills to identify, check, measure, mark out, cut, prepare and position
    49. prepare resources for installation, to include sheeting and cladding materials, fixings, flashings, roof and wall components and ancillary equipment, to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
    • built-up
    • standing seam
    • secret fix
    • composite panel
    • fibre-cement
    • rainscreen cladding
    50. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding
    51. 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 quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ check resources for type, quantity and damage and report discrepancies
    ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect roof and wall sheeting and cladding materials and resources
    ‐ identify types and characteristics of cladding sheets, including single skin, sinusoidal (corrugated), trapezoidal (box) and fibre cement profiles, twin or double skin insulated systems, composite panel (sandwich panel) systems, decking, structural decking and rainscreen products
    ‐ identify parts of roof and wall cladding sheets including top and bottom flanges, crown, web, trough or pan
    ‐ identify types, characteristics and applications of cladding products and systems including built-up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panel, fibre cement, rainscreen cladding products
    ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding profiles for walls and roofs
    ‐ measure, mark out and cut sheeting and cladding
    ‐ adjust and position fixings, halters, spacers, clips and fittings
    ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
    ‐ prepare, align and position resources ready to install: built-up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panel, fibre cement and rainscreen cladding
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials on roofs and walls
    52. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings and fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare sheeting and cladding materials and resources for installation on roofs and walls
    53. demonstration of work skills to identify, check, measure, mark out, cut, remove, clean, replace, align, position, fix and seal
    54. prepare resources and backgrounds to refurbish, strip and re-sheet or over-clad sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
    • built up
    • standing seam
    • secret fix
    • composite panel
    • fibre cement
    • rainscreen cladding
    55. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries, falls, rescue procedures
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    ‐ the discovery of asbestos containing substances
    56. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the refurbishment of sheeting and cladding
    57. 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 quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ identify the criteria for removing and over-cladding materials containing hazardous substances, including licenced and non-licenced asbestos
    ‐ check currency of calibration for levelling equipment
    ‐ retain the integrity of background surfaces and backing walls
    ‐ prepare backgrounds and backing walls for replacement (new or recycled) sheeting and cladding systems
    ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
    ‐ prepare existing roof and wall coverings for over-cladding
    ‐ strip existing roof and wall coverings and rainscreen wall cladding support systems for re-sheeting
    ‐ apply cleaning agents and primers
    ‐ install insulation, sealing tapes, vapour checks and separation membranes
    ‐ assess the suitability of structures and existing roof coverings to receive replacement materials
    ‐ layout and align products, adjust fixings, halters, spacers, clips, fittings, sheets and cladding materials
    ‐ fit and fix replacement materials
    ‐ form and shape components for up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
    ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roofs and walls and rainscreen systems
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ handle, store and dispose of removed materials and components
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with refurbishment of sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls or rainscreen systems
    58. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, clips and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal, translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement system
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to refurbish sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or rainscreen systems
    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 of access equipment and working platforms
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    60. demonstration of work skills to remove, replace, renew and repair
    61. identify and repair the following defects in sheeting and cladding systems to given working instructions
    • leaks
    • condensation
    • damaged sheets and components
    • minor surface coating defects
    • damaged or missing flashings
    62. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the repair of sheeting and cladding systems
    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
    ‐ identify installation quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' repair and installation criteria
    ‐ identify defects including: leaks and condensation, damaged sheets and components, surface coating defects, damaged and missing flashings
    ‐ remove and recover defective materials
    ‐ carry out repairs to sheet components
    ‐ remove and replace damaged, missing and incorrect sheeting and cladding materials, components, fittings, fixings and flashings
    ‐ identify and match existing products
    ‐ identify the source of leaks and condensation
    ‐ deal with and prevent water leaks and condensation
    ‐ inspect, test, repair and replace rainwater goods
    ‐ identify and ensure the integrity of joints and overlaps
    ‐ treat surface coating defects
    ‐ apply sealants and fillers to ensure water and airtightness
    ‐ install and replace insulation, fire stops, breather membranes and vapour control layers
    ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roofs and walls including rainscreen systems
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 repairing sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
    64. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to repair sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
    65. interpretation of oral/written instructions, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    66. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
    67. demonstration of work skills to measure, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
    68. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    69. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
    • tapered
    • concave
    • convex
    • segmented
    70. 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
    71. 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)
    72. Information
    • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
    73. 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 and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    74. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    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 report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
    ‐ lay underlay if required
    ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
    ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
    ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
    ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
    ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
    ‐ 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
    ‐ stop work at the point when conjecture begins and report findings
    ‐ record work carried out (written, photographic or digital)
    ‐ recognise and/or report endangered/protected flora and fauna
    ‐ remove deteriorated and/or inappropriate materials
    ‐ maintain existing structure
    ‐ integrate existing and new constructional components or finishes
    ‐ store salvageable fabric, materials and structural components
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead or hard metal roofing or cladding
    76. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
    77. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
    78. interpretation of oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    79. 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
    80. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, cut, fit, position, weld, secure, dress, boss, point and finish
    81. prepare and install lead sheet weatherings to given working instructions for the following
    • chimneys
    • abutments
    • soil and/or vent pipes
    • junction saddles
    • valleys
    • hips
    • ridges
    • openings (roof lights/windows)
    82. fabricate back gutters, aprons and pipe slates by lead welding
    83. Information
    • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures and current regulations governing buildings
    84. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut, fit and place soakers
    ‐ cut, form and install step flashings
    ‐ install valley liners and saddles
    ‐ form and install aprons, back gutters and soil and/or vent pipe flashings
    ‐ weld and boss
    ‐ install rolls to hips/ridges
    ‐ install secret gutters
    ‐ point/seal flashings
    ‐ apply patination fluid
    ‐ recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ recorgnise specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with fabricating and installing weathering leadwork to roofs
    85. Programme
    • types of work schedules/diaries, progress charts, timetables and estimated times
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    86. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ sheet lead, patination fluids and pointing materials
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to fabricate and install weathering leadwork to roofs
    87. demonstration of work skills to measure, cut, mark out, fit, position and secure
    88. install the following roofing components to roofs with ridges, verges, hips, valleys, openings, penetrations and abutments to given working instructions to construct a warm and cold roof
    • counter-battens
    • ventilation systems
    • over and/or between rafter level insulation
    • ceiling level insulation
    • access hatch insulation
    89. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut and fit warm and cold roof materials and components to the required size and shape
    ‐ fix underlay and counter-battens to roof design
    ‐ install ventilation systems
    ‐ install over and/or between rafter level insulation
    ‐ install ceiling level insulation
    ‐ install access hatch insulation
    ‐ remove ineffective/damaged insulation from roof area
    ‐ check and maintain adequate ventilation
    ‐ check supporting timber at hips, valleys, ridges, abutments and openings
    ‐ recognise the principles of warm/cold roof construction
    ‐ recognise ceiling construction, including air tightness, air layers and vapour control layers
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing components for warm or cold roof construction
    90. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ underlays, counter-battens, quilt and rigid insulation and ventilation systems
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install components for warm and cold roof construction
    91. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark out, cut, fit, position, secure and finish
    92. install double-lap artificial slates and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    93. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ install undereaves, eaves and top course
    ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ set out and install double-lap artificial roof slates to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ form dry fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof slates
    94. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ double-lap artificial slates, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems and ventilation systems
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install double-lap artificial roof slates
    95. interpretation of oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    96. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
    97. install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap), to battens and/or boards, and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for at least two of the following roof details
    • eyebrow dormers
    • swept valleys
    • laced valleys
    • curved vertical
    • curved pitch (cones, apse ends)
    98. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ fix boards, wedges, fillets and split battens
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ fix tiles to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ set out and install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap) and components, including soakers to eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    99. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ plain tiles, peg tiles, boards, split battens, soakers, timber, wedges, fillets, fittings and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details
    100. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, cut, profile, position, secure and joint
    101. prepare substrate and install to given working instructions fully supported flat lead roofing or low pitched hard metal roofing plus, fully supported lead or hard metal roofing to the following
    • pitched roofs
    • vertical cladding
    102. install two of the following fully supported lead or hard metal weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces to given working instructions
    • soffits
    • cornices or parapets
    • gutters
    103. Information
    • oral/written instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
    104. 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 report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ clean/clear substrate
    ‐ lay underlay if required
    ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
    ‐ set out joints
    ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
    ‐ install fully supported flat lead roofing or low pitched hard metal roofing
    ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal pitched roofs and vertical cladding
    ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal weatherings to vertical, horizontal and inclined surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
    ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
    105. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, finishings and ancillary items
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
    106. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
    107. install natural roof slates to batterns and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • mitred hips
    • mitred valleys
    • vertical surfaces
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges and ridges
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ grade and hole slates
    ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ form mitred hips and mitred valleys, including measuring, cutting and fitting soakers
    ‐ set out and install natural roof slates to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
    109. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ natural slates, fixings, soakers, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install natural roof slates to mitred and vertical roof details
    110. Security procedure
    • site, workplace, company and operative
    111. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark out, grade, size, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
    112. install natural slates to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for at least two of the following roof details
    • eyebrow dormers
    • swept valleys
    • laced valleys
    • curved vertical
    • curved pitch (cones, apse ends)
    113. 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
    114. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ fix boards, wedges, fillets and split battens
    ‐ grade, size and hole slates
    ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ set out and install slates and components, including soakers to eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
    115. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ slates, boards, split battens, soakers, timber, wedges, fillets, fittings and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details
    116. install plain roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    117. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    118. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ set out and install tiles to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations and internal and external corners
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    120. Programme
    • types of work schedules/diaries progress charts, timetables and estimated times
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    121. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ plain tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install plain tile roof coverings
    122. demonstration of work skills to cut, fit, position, secure, dress, point and finish
    123. install pre-formed lead and/or proprietary flashings to single and double-lap roof coverings to given working instructions relating to the following
    • chimneys
    • abutments
    • soil and/or vent pipes
    • junction saddles
    • valleys
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut, fit and place lead and/or proprietary soakers
    ‐ cut and fit flashing materials to the required size and shape
    • install step flashings
    ‐ install valley liners and saddles
    ‐ install lead aprons, back gutters, soil and/or vent pipe flashings
    ‐ install flashings to openings (roof lights, windows)
    ‐ dress flashings
    ‐ point/seal flashings
    ‐ apply patination fluid
    ‐ install proprietary flashings and weatherings
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing weathering flashings to roofs
    125. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ pre-formed lead flashings, proprietary flashings, soakers, patination fluids, pointing materials
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity and length associated with the method/procedure to install pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs
    126. demonstration of work skills to measure, size, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
    127. install random sized (length and width) natural roof slates (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ grade, size and hole slates
    ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ maintain head laps for diminishing courses
    ‐ maintain side laps for random width slates
    ‐ recognise the relationship between head and side lap, roof pitch and geographical location
    ‐ set out and install random sized (length and width) natural roof slates (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) to battens and/or boards, fittings and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
    129. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ random sized natural slates, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, boards, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install random natural roof slates with diminishing margins
    130. install regular sized natural roof slates to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    131. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ grade and hole slates
    ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
    132. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ regular sized natural slates, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install regular sized natural slates to standard roof details
    133. 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 of access equipment/working platforms
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    134. install single and double-lap roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials, for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • mitred hips
    • mitred valleys
    • vertical surfaces (double-lap only)
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges and ridges
    135. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install single and double-lap tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ form mitred hips and mitred valleys, including measuring, cutting and fitting soakers
    ‐ set out and install double-lap tiles to vertical surfaces, including gable ends, openings and penetrations
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    136. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ tiles, fixings, soakers, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single and double lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details
    137. install single-lap fixed gauge roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    138. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments, and general areas
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    139. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ single-lap fixed gauge tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge
    140. install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    141. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install tiles, to a variable gauge, and components to eaves, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    • form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    142. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ single-lap tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge
    143. demonstration of work skills to measure, cut, mark out, position and fix
    144. set out battens to datum points and gauge
    145. install materials and components to eaves, verges, hips, ridges, valleys, abutments, openings, penetrations, general areas and vertical surfaces to given working instructions relating to the following
    • underlay
    • battens
    • counter battens
    • undercloaks
    • eaves ventilation systems
    • underlay support trays
    • fire-breaks
    146. Information
    • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures and current regulations governing buildings
    147. Maintenance 7 operative care of hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    148. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interface
    ‐ establish fixed points and determine the gauge to set out and fix batten positions
    ‐ cut underlay, battens and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ fix underlay, battens and counter-battens, verge clips and hip irons
    ‐ set out and determine overhang for wet and/or dry fix systems
    ‐ fix undercloak for bedded verges and/or dry fix systems
    ‐ install underlay to openings (roof lights, windows) and penetrations
    ‐ install underlay support trays and eaves ventilation systems
    ‐ form fire breaks
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing underlay, battens and roofing components
    149. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ underlay, battens, counter-battens, undercloak, verge clips, eave ventilation systems and hip irons
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install underlay, battens and roofing components
    150. install wood shingles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • verges
    • ridges
    • hips
    • valleys
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • vertical surfaces
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut and fit wooden shingles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install wood shingles to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments, vertical and general areas
    ‐ set out and install wood shingle to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
    ‐ install pre-formed ridge/hip units
    ‐ install vents
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof coverings
    152. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ wood shingles, pre-formed hip and ridge units, vents and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install wood shingle roof coverings
    153. 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 report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
    ‐ lay underlay if required
    ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
    ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
    ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
    ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
    ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead, hard metal roofing or cladding
    154. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark/set out, cast, cut, fold, stretch, reduce, press, boss, weld, solder, joint, fit, finish, position and secure
    155. produce two of the following lead and/or hard metal ornamental features to given working instructions
    • scrolls/bullnoses
    • finials/bosses
    • hoppers/planters
    • ornaments
    • shingle/preformed panels
    156. 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
    ‐ draw and produce patterns/templates
    ‐ produce lead and/or hard metal scrolls/bullnoses, finials/bosses, hoppers/planters, ornaments and shingle/preformed panels by cutting, folding, casting, bossing, pressing, welding, soldering, stretching and reducing as appropriate to the metal
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with producing lead or hard metal ornamental features
    157. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ lead, hard metal, casting sand, pressings, moulds, solder, flux, lettering, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce lead or hard metal ornamental features
    158. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark/set out, remove, cut, joint, fix or dress, position and secure
    159. repair and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing or cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces to given working instructions relating to the following
    • remove, repair or replace defective coverings/components
    • install and/or repair lead or hard metal
    160. 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 access arrangements
    ‐ inspect surfaces to determine condition and identify defects
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ remove, replace, cut, joint, fix or dress to repair defective coverings/components
    ‐ lay underlay if required
    ‐ install and/or repair fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints
    ‐ remove blockages to ensure free drainage
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with repairing and maintaining fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weathering
    161. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ lead, hard metal, fixings, finishings, ancillary items, underlay and substrate
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to repair and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
    162. selection of resources associated with own work
    • tools and equipment
    163. demonstration of work skills to remove, reclaim, de-nail, re-hole, re-size, clean and sort
    164. remove, reclaim and/or dispose of weathering materials and ancillary components to given working instructions, plus at least two of the following
    • natural slates
    • plain tiles
    • single-lap tiles
    • stone slates
    165. prepare surface and materials ready for re-roofing in accordance with given working instructions
    166. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work (asbestos materials), manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    167. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ position temporary stop boards at eaves
    ‐ remove existing roof coverings
    ‐ clear roof of debris and nails in rafters and other roof timbers
    ‐ sort removed roof coverings and dispose of unwanted materials
    ‐ reclaim reusable tiles and natural slates, stone slates and weatherings
    ‐ assess the suitability of materials to be reclaimed
    ‐ determine sizes of imperial and metric slates
    ‐ stack/store reclaimed materials for reuse
    ‐ prepare materials for reuse, including de-nailing, re-holing and re-sizing
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • liaise with clients regarding procedures for carrying out the work and protecting property and the surrounding area
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with stripping and reclaiming roof coverings
    168. Resources
    • components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity associated with the method/procedure to strip and reclaim roof coverings
    169. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    170. safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to carry out the activity, in accordance with legislation and/or organisational requirements
    171. safe use and storage of tools and equipment
    172. safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
    173. selection of resources associated with own work
    • naturally grown and cultivated materials
    • tools and equipment
    174. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
    175. demonstration of work skills to handle, cut, gather, stack, load and tie
    176. use and maintain harvesting tools and ancillary equipment
    177. identify, select, harvest and transport three of the following thatching materials to given working instructions
    • long straw, combed wheat reed, water reed, sedge grass, coppice materials, heather, marram, bent, bracken, rush, flax, turf or other specialist local material
    178. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    179. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    180. Fire extinguishers
    • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
    181. Hazards
    • those identified by method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    182. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, manufacturers' information and regulations
    183. 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 and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    184. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools and ancillary equipment
    185. 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 and select suitable thatching materials
    ‐ stack and store thatching materials using appropriate methods and techniques
    ‐ handle materials using mechanical and manual methods
    ‐ load and transport thatching materials
    ‐ use tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with the use of thatching materials
    186. personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
    187. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality and sizes of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ straw, reed, grass, coppice materials, heather, marram, bent, bracken, rush, flax and turf
    ‐ transport equipment
    ‐ harvesting tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to harvest thatching materials
  7. Stagers
    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
      Accessing Operations and Rigging (Construction)
    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
  8. Tilers
    responsibility
    1. Fabricate and install weathering leadwork to roofs
      COSVR287 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and preparing, forming and installing lead sheet weatherings for chimneys, abutments, pipes, junctions, valleys, hips and openings for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, fit, position, weld, secure, dress, boss, point and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install lead sheet weatherings to given working instructions for the following
      • chimneys
      • abutments
      • soil and/or vent pipes
      • junction saddles
      • valleys
      • hips
      • ridges
      • openings (roof lights/windows)
      10. fabricate back gutters, aprons and pipe slates by lead welding
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut, fit and place soakers
      ‐ cut, form and install step flashings
      ‐ install valley liners and saddles
      ‐ form and install aprons, back gutters and soil and/or vent pipe flashings
      ‐ weld and boss
      ‐ install rolls to hips/ridges
      ‐ install secret gutters
      ‐ point/seal flashings
      ‐ apply patination fluid
      ‐ recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ recorgnise specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with fabricating and installing weathering leadwork to roofs
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ sheet lead, patination fluids and pointing materials
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to fabricate and install weathering leadwork to roofs
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
      3. Building Maintenance Multi-trades Repair and Refurbishment Operations
    2. Harvest and transport thatching materials
      cosvr115 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 selecting, gathering and transporting materials for thatching
      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
      • naturally grown and cultivated materials
      • 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 handle, cut, gather, stack, load and tie
      10. use and maintain harvesting tools and ancillary equipment
      11. identify, select, harvest and transport three of the following thatching materials to given working instructions
      • long straw, combed wheat reed, water reed, sedge grass, coppice materials, heather, marram, bent, bracken, rush, flax, turf or other specialist local material
      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 and their uses
      16. Hazards
      • those identified by method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      17. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, manufacturers' information and regulations
      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 and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      19. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools and 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
      ‐ identify and select suitable thatching materials
      ‐ stack and store thatching materials using appropriate methods and techniques
      ‐ handle materials using mechanical and manual methods
      ‐ load and transport thatching materials
      ‐ use tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with the use of thatching materials
      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 and sizes of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ straw, reed, grass, coppice materials, heather, marram, bent, bracken, rush, flax and turf
      ‐ transport equipment
      ‐ harvesting tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to harvest thatching materials
      26. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Waterproof Membrane Roofing Systems
    3. Install components for warm and cold roof construction
      COSVR281 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 counter-battens, ventilation systems, insulation and access hatch insulation, supporting timbers and ancillary components to construct warm and cold roofs for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, cut, mark out, fit, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install the following roofing components to roofs with ridges, verges, hips, valleys, openings, penetrations and abutments to given working instructions to construct a warm and cold roof
      • counter-battens
      • ventilation systems
      • over and/or between rafter level insulation
      • ceiling level insulation
      • access hatch insulation
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut and fit warm and cold roof materials and components to the required size and shape
      ‐ fix underlay and counter-battens to roof design
      ‐ install ventilation systems
      ‐ install over and/or between rafter level insulation
      ‐ install ceiling level insulation
      ‐ install access hatch insulation
      ‐ remove ineffective/damaged insulation from roof area
      ‐ check and maintain adequate ventilation
      ‐ check supporting timber at hips, valleys, ridges, abutments and openings
      ‐ recognise the principles of warm/cold roof construction
      ‐ recognise ceiling construction, including air tightness, air layers and vapour control layers
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing components for warm or cold roof construction
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ underlays, counter-battens, quilt and rigid insulation and ventilation systems
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install components for warm and cold roof construction
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    4. Install double-lap artificial roof slates
      COSVR277 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing double-lap artificial slate roof coverings for new and/or re-roof 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
      • he 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install double-lap artificial slates and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ install undereaves, eaves and top course
      ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ set out and install double-lap artificial roof slates to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ form dry fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ double-lap artificial slates, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems and ventilation systems
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install double-lap artificial roof slates
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    5. Install double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details
      COSVR286 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 double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details (eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas) for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working 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 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap), to battens and/or boards, and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for at least two of the following roof details
      • eyebrow dormers
      • swept valleys
      • laced valleys
      • curved vertical
      • curved pitch (cones, apse ends)
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ fix boards, wedges, fillets and split battens
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ fix tiles to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ set out and install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap) and components, including soakers to eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ plain tiles, peg tiles, boards, split battens, soakers, timber, wedges, fillets, fittings and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    6. Install fully supported lead and hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      COSVR327 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment for preparing and installing fully supported lead and hard metal to flat, low pitched and pitched roofs, cladding and weatherings.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set out, cut, profile, position, secure and joint
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare substrate and install to given working instructions fully supported flat lead roofing or low pitched hard metal roofing plus, fully supported lead or hard metal roofing to the following
      • pitched roofs
      • vertical cladding
      10. install two of the following fully supported lead or hard metal weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces to given working instructions
      • soffits
      • cornices or parapets
      • gutters
      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
      • oral/written instructions, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ clean/clear substrate
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ set out joints
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ install fully supported flat lead roofing or low pitched hard metal roofing
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal pitched roofs and vertical cladding
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal weatherings to vertical, horizontal and inclined surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, finishings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    7. Install natural roof slate to mitred and vertical roof details
      COSVR278 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing natural slate roof coverings to mitred and vertical roof areas for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install natural roof slates to batterns and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • mitred hips
      • mitred valleys
      • vertical surfaces
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges and ridges
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ grade and hole slates
      ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ form mitred hips and mitred valleys, including measuring, cutting and fitting soakers
      ‐ set out and install natural roof slates to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ natural slates, fixings, soakers, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install natural roof slates to mitred and vertical roof details
      23. Security procedure
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Building Maintenance Multi-trades Repair and Refurbishment Operations
      3. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    8. Install natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details
      COSVR288 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 natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details (eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas) for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, grade, size, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install natural slates to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for at least two of the following roof details
      • eyebrow dormers
      • swept valleys
      • laced valleys
      • curved vertical
      • curved pitch (cones, apse ends)
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ fix boards, wedges, fillets and split battens
      ‐ grade, size and hole slates
      ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ set out and install slates and components, including soakers to eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ slates, boards, split battens, soakers, timber, wedges, fillets, fittings and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    9. Install plain tile roof coverings
      COSVR275 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing plain tile roof coverings for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install plain roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ set out and install tiles to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations and internal and external corners
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries 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
      ‐ plain tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install plain tile roof coverings
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    10. Install pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs
      COSVR273 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing pre-formed lead and/or proprietary flashings to single and double-lap roof coverings with chimneys, abutments, soil and/or vent pipes, junctions, valleys and openings for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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 cut, fit, position, secure, dress, point and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install pre-formed lead and/or proprietary flashings to single and double-lap roof coverings to given working instructions relating to the following
      • chimneys
      • abutments
      • soil and/or vent pipes
      • junction saddles
      • valleys
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut, fit and place lead and/or proprietary soakers
      ‐ cut and fit flashing materials to the required size and shape
      • install step flashings
      ‐ install valley liners and saddles
      ‐ install lead aprons, back gutters, soil and/or vent pipe flashings
      ‐ install flashings to openings (roof lights, windows)
      ‐ dress flashings
      ‐ point/seal flashings
      ‐ apply patination fluid
      ‐ install proprietary flashings and weatherings
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing weathering flashings to roofs
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ pre-formed lead flashings, proprietary flashings, soakers, patination fluids, pointing materials
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity and length associated with the method/procedure to install pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    11. Install rainscreen wall cladding systems
      COSVR184 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 rainscreen wall cladding 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 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 specialised fixings for compatible materials
      • tools and equipment
      • access equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. prevent 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, set out, adjust, align, fit, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools, levelling instruments and ancillary equipment
      9. install rainscreen wall cladding 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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of rainscreen wall cladding systems
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ ensure currency of calibration for levelling equipment
      ‐ assess suitability of background materials
      ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
      ‐ identify the types and characteristics of current rainscreen cladding materials, including metal, clay, ceramic and laminate
      ‐ form internal and external angles
      ‐ form opening reveals
      ‐ Install rainscreen wall cladding systems
      • position and install panel hangers, drips, cover strips, fixings and fittings
      ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces
      ‐ fit components around protrusions and penetrations
      ‐ position and secure flashings and vents
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing rainscreen wall cladding systems
      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 specialist
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, panel hangers, drips, cover strips, halters and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, fire stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and rainscreen panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install rainscreen wall cladding systems
      22. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Cladding Occupations (Construction)
      2. Innovative/Modern Methods of Construction
      3. Wood Occupations (Construction)
    12. Install random natural roof slates with diminishing margins
      COSVR279 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 random natural slate roof coverings (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) with diminishing margins for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, size, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install random sized (length and width) natural roof slates (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ grade, size and hole slates
      ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ maintain head laps for diminishing courses
      ‐ maintain side laps for random width slates
      ‐ recognise the relationship between head and side lap, roof pitch and geographical location
      ‐ set out and install random sized (length and width) natural roof slates (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) to battens and/or boards, fittings and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ random sized natural slates, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, boards, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install random natural roof slates with diminishing margins
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    13. Install regular sized natural roof slate to standard roof details
      COSVR276 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing regular sized natural slate roof coverings to battens and/or boards for new and/or re-roof 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 practicesK4 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 resourcesK10 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 specificationK16 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 timeK18 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install regular sized natural roof slates to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ grade and hole slates
      ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
      ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ regular sized natural slates, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install regular sized natural slates to standard roof details
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    14. Install sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
      COSVR96 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing sheeting and cladding rainwater goods to new and existing roofs and walls.
      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. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, cut, set out, align, fit, position, fix and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install the following sheeting and cladding rainwater goods to given working instructions
      • gutters
      • pipes, downpipes and angles (swan necks, off sets)
      • brackets and supports
      • sumps
      • overflows
      • outlets
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of rainwater goods
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ identify datum, line, level and plumb
      ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect materials and resources
      ‐ position, fix and secure brackets and supports
      ‐ install gutters, pipes including downpipes and angles (swan necks and offsets), sumps, outlets and overflows
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints and overlaps
      ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces
      ‐ install materials and components, stop-ends, grills, guards, filters, sealants, gaskets and covers
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
      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
      ‐ brackets, fixings and supports
      ‐ gutters, pipes, downpipes and angles
      ‐ sealant and gaskets
      ‐ stop-ends, grills, guards, filters and covers
      ‐ overflows, sumps and outlets
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    15. Install sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls
      COSVR95 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing sheeting and cladding systems and 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
      • 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. prevent 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, adjust, align, level, plumb, fit, fix and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • install sheeting and cladding materials to roofs and walls, to include flashings, openings, vents, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
      • built-up
      • standing seam
      • secret fix
      • composite panel
      • fibre-cement
      9. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
      10. Disposal of waste
      • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers' information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      11. Emergencies
      • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
      ‐ fires, spillages, injuries, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      12. Hazards
      • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
      13. 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)
      14. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of sheeting and cladding systems
      15. 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 and storage of materials, by manual handling and mechanical lifting and with mechanical access equipment
      16. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      17. 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 quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specifications
      ‐ conform to manufacturer's installation criteria
      ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
      ‐ position and secure fixings, halters, spacers, clips, fittings and sheets
      ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect sheeting, cladding materials and resources
      ‐ install built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ install decking and structural panels
      ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces, backgrounds, sheets and panels
      ‐ position and secure vents
      ‐ install insulation
      ‐ measure, cut, fit, shape and fix flashing materials
      ‐ install translucent sheets, condensation and vapour control materials
      ‐ form and shape components for openings, vents, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, overlaps and interface details
      ‐ apply sealants and install fillers to ensure water and airtight seals
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
      18. 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 specialist
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, spacer systems and clips
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and transclucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
      22. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    16. Install sheeting and cladding systems to curved and complex roof and wall formations
      COSVR99 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing sheeting and cladding systems and components to curved and complex formations.
      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
      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. prevent 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, fit, finish, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install sheeting and cladding to complex roof or wall formations, incorporating weathering materials, related materials and components, ventilation and insulation, fittings, fixings and flashings for the following to given working instructions
      • curved areas
      • complex formations
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of sheeting and cladding systems
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ set out and transfer lines and levels in preparation for installation
      ‐ prepare and layout materials, components, fixings and fittings
      ‐ install fire stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ install sheeting and cladding to curved and complex formations
      ‐ position and secure flashings and vents
      ‐ install insulation and flashing material
      ‐ form and shape components for intricate, unconventional areas, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, overlaps and interface details
      ‐ apply sealants and install fillers to ensure water and airtightness
      ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roof and walls
      ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect sheeting and cladding materials and resources
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding 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
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, fire-stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding to curved and complex roof and wall formations
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    17. Install single and double-lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details
      COSVR688 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 single and double-lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details for new and/or re-roof 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 working 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install single and double-lap roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials, for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • mitred hips
      • mitred valleys
      • vertical surfaces (double-lap only)
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges and ridges
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install single and double-lap tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ form mitred hips and mitred valleys, including measuring, cutting and fitting soakers
      ‐ set out and install double-lap tiles to vertical surfaces, including gable ends, openings and penetrations
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ tiles, fixings, soakers, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single and double lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    18. Install single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge
      COSVR282 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install single-lap fixed gauge roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments, and general areas
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ single-lap fixed gauge tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    19. Install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge
      COSVR274 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and installing single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • eaves
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
      ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install tiles, to a variable gauge, and components to eaves, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
      ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
      ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
      ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
      • form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
      ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
      ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ single-lap tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    20. Install underlay, battens and roofing components
      COSVR272 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 battens, underlay, counter-battens, undercloaks, eaves ventilation systems, underlay support trays and fire breaks for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, cut, mark out, position and fix
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. set out battens to datum points and gauge
      10. install materials and components to eaves, verges, hips, ridges, valleys, abutments, openings, penetrations, general areas and vertical surfaces to given working instructions relating to the following
      • underlay
      • battens
      • counter battens
      • undercloaks
      • eaves ventilation systems
      • underlay support trays
      • fire-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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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 7 operative care of hand tools, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interface
      ‐ establish fixed points and determine the gauge to set out and fix batten positions
      ‐ cut underlay, battens and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ fix underlay, battens and counter-battens, verge clips and hip irons
      ‐ set out and determine overhang for wet and/or dry fix systems
      ‐ fix undercloak for bedded verges and/or dry fix systems
      ‐ install underlay to openings (roof lights, windows) and penetrations
      ‐ install underlay support trays and eaves ventilation systems
      ‐ form fire breaks
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing underlay, battens and roofing components
      20. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      21. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ underlay, battens, counter-battens, undercloak, verge clips, eave ventilation systems and hip irons
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install underlay, battens and roofing components
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    21. Install wood shingle roof coverings
      COSVR283 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 wood shingles for new and/or re-roof 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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, set out, mark out, cut, fit, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install wood shingles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new materials for roofs with the following
      • general areas
      • verges
      • ridges
      • hips
      • valleys
      • eaves and top course
      • abutments
      • openings (roof lights, windows)
      • vertical surfaces
      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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ cut and fit wooden shingles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
      ‐ set out and install wood shingles to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments, vertical and general areas
      ‐ set out and install wood shingle to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
      ‐ install pre-formed ridge/hip units
      ‐ install vents
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof coverings
      19. Problems
      • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
      ‐ own authority to rectify
      ‐ organisational reporting procedures
      20. Programme
      • types of work schedules/diaries, 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
      ‐ wood shingles, pre-formed hip and ridge units, vents and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install wood shingle roof coverings
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Roofing Occupations (Construction)
    22. Prepare and install fully supported lead and hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      COSVR687 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 fully supported lead and/or hard metal tapered, concave, convex and segmented roofing and cladding profiles.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
      • tapered
      • concave
      • convex
      • segmented
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead, hard metal roofing or cladding
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    23. Prepare and install fully supported lead and hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      COSVR687 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 fully supported lead and/or hard metal tapered, concave, convex and segmented roofing and cladding profiles.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
      • tapered
      • concave
      • convex
      • segmented
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ 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
      ‐ stop work at the point when conjecture begins and report findings
      ‐ record work carried out (written, photographic or digital)
      ‐ recognise and/or report endangered/protected flora and fauna
      ‐ remove deteriorated and/or inappropriate materials
      ‐ maintain existing structure
      ‐ integrate existing and new constructional components or finishes
      ‐ store salvageable fabric, materials and structural components
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead or hard metal roofing or cladding
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      Heritage Skills (Construction)
    24. Prepare and install fully supported lead and hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      COSVR687 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 fully supported lead and/or hard metal tapered, concave, convex and segmented roofing and cladding profiles.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
      • tapered
      • concave
      • convex
      • segmented
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ 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
      ‐ stop work at the point when conjecture begins and report findings
      ‐ record work carried out (written, photographic or digital)
      ‐ recognise and/or report endangered/protected flora and fauna
      ‐ remove deteriorated and/or inappropriate materials
      ‐ maintain existing structure
      ‐ integrate existing and new constructional components or finishes
      ‐ store salvageable fabric, materials and structural components
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead or hard metal roofing or cladding
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      Heritage Skills (Construction)
    25. Prepare and install fully supported lead and hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      COSVR687 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 fully supported lead and/or hard metal tapered, concave, convex and segmented roofing and cladding profiles.
      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 oral/written 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 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, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
      • tapered
      • concave
      • convex
      • segmented
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
      ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
      ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
      ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
      ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead, hard metal roofing or cladding
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    26. Prepare backing walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding systems
      COSVR183 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and preparing backing walls and securing proprietary and bespoke sub-frames to receive rainscreen cladding 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
      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 associated equipment
      • specific risks to health
      3. selection of resources associated with own work
      • materials, components and specialised fixings for compatible materials
      • tools and equipment
      • access equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. prevent 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, level, plumb, adjust, fit, position, fix and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare backing walls and install rainscreen wall cladding vertical and horizontal support 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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with preparing backing walls and installing support systems to receive rainscreen wall cladding systems
      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, by manual handling and mechanical lifting and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ assess suitability of backing walls
      ‐ check currency of calibration for levelling equipment
      ‐ identify datum, establish, work to and transfer levels and plumb lines
      ‐ install proprietary vertical and horizontal support systems
      ‐ install bespoke vertical and horizontal support systems
      ‐ measure, mark out and cut supports to form internal and external angles
      ‐ form opening reveals
      ‐ adjust, fit, position, fix and secure brackets and fixing components for rainscreen wall cladding support systems
      ‐ install insulation, fire stops, breather membranes and vapour control layers
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine 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
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ 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 preparation of backing walls for rainscreen wall cladding support 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
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, carriers, rails, brackets and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes, primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare backing walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding support systems
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    27. Prepare resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials on roofs and walls
      COSVR94 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and preparing resources, components and materials for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials to roofs and walls.
      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. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to identify, check, measure, mark out, cut, prepare and position
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare resources for installation, to include sheeting and cladding materials, fixings, flashings, roof and wall components and ancillary equipment, to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
      • built-up
      • standing seam
      • secret fix
      • composite panel
      • fibre-cement
      • rainscreen cladding
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ check resources for type, quantity and damage and report discrepancies
      ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect roof and wall sheeting and cladding materials and resources
      ‐ identify types and characteristics of cladding sheets, including single skin, sinusoidal (corrugated), trapezoidal (box) and fibre cement profiles, twin or double skin insulated systems, composite panel (sandwich panel) systems, decking, structural decking and rainscreen products
      ‐ identify parts of roof and wall cladding sheets including top and bottom flanges, crown, web, trough or pan
      ‐ identify types, characteristics and applications of cladding products and systems including built-up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panel, fibre cement, rainscreen cladding products
      ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding profiles for walls and roofs
      ‐ measure, mark out and cut sheeting and cladding
      ‐ adjust and position fixings, halters, spacers, clips and fittings
      ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
      ‐ prepare, align and position resources ready to install: built-up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panel, fibre cement and rainscreen cladding
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials on roofs and walls
      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
      ‐ fixings and fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare sheeting and cladding materials and resources for installation on roofs and walls
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    28. Produce lead and hard metal ornamental features
      COSVR329 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and producing ornamental features in lead and hard metal.
      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 oral/written 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 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/set out, cast, cut, fold, stretch, reduce, press, boss, weld, solder, joint, fit, finish, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. produce two of the following lead and/or hard metal ornamental features to given working instructions
      • scrolls/bullnoses
      • finials/bosses
      • hoppers/planters
      • ornaments
      • shingle/preformed panels
      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
      • oral/written instructions, electronic data, 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, 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, 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
      ‐ draw and produce patterns/templates
      ‐ produce lead and/or hard metal scrolls/bullnoses, finials/bosses, hoppers/planters, ornaments and shingle/preformed panels by cutting, folding, casting, bossing, pressing, welding, soldering, stretching and reducing as appropriate to the metal
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with producing lead or hard metal ornamental features
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, casting sand, pressings, moulds, solder, flux, lettering, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce lead or hard metal ornamental features
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    29. Refurbish sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or rainscreen systems
      COSVR97 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and removing existing materials, preparing backgrounds and components for sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls and rainscreen systems to refurbish, strip and re-sheet or over-clad existing coverings.
      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. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to identify, check, measure, mark out, cut, remove, clean, replace, align, position, fix and seal
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare resources and backgrounds to refurbish, strip and re-sheet or over-clad sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
      • built up
      • standing seam
      • secret fix
      • composite panel
      • fibre cement
      • rainscreen cladding
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
      ‐ the discovery of asbestos containing substances
      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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the refurbishment of sheeting and cladding
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
      ‐ identify the criteria for removing and over-cladding materials containing hazardous substances, including licenced and non-licenced asbestos
      ‐ check currency of calibration for levelling equipment
      ‐ retain the integrity of background surfaces and backing walls
      ‐ prepare backgrounds and backing walls for replacement (new or recycled) sheeting and cladding systems
      ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
      ‐ prepare existing roof and wall coverings for over-cladding
      ‐ strip existing roof and wall coverings and rainscreen wall cladding support systems for re-sheeting
      ‐ apply cleaning agents and primers
      ‐ install insulation, sealing tapes, vapour checks and separation membranes
      ‐ assess the suitability of structures and existing roof coverings to receive replacement materials
      ‐ layout and align products, adjust fixings, halters, spacers, clips, fittings, sheets and cladding materials
      ‐ fit and fix replacement materials
      ‐ form and shape components for up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
      ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roofs and walls and rainscreen systems
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ handle, store and dispose of removed materials and components
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with refurbishment of sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls or rainscreen 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
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, clips and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal, translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement system
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to refurbish sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or rainscreen systems
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Cladding Occupations (Construction)
    30. Repair and maintain fully supported lead and hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      COSVR328 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment to remove, repair or replace and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined 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 oral/written 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 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/set out, remove, cut, joint, fix or dress, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. repair and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing or cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces to given working instructions relating to the following
      • remove, repair or replace defective coverings/components
      • install and/or repair lead or hard metal
      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
      • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, 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, 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, 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 access arrangements
      ‐ inspect surfaces to determine condition and identify defects
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ remove, replace, cut, joint, fix or dress to repair defective coverings/components
      ‐ lay underlay if required
      ‐ install and/or repair fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces
      ‐ ensure the integrity of joints
      ‐ remove blockages to ensure free drainage
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with repairing and maintaining fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weathering
      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
      ‐ lead, hard metal, fixings, finishings, ancillary items, underlay and substrate
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to repair and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
      suite
      1. Roofing Occupations (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    31. Repair sheeting and cladding systems on roofs and walls (including rainscreen)
      COSVR98 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and repairing defects in existing sheeting and cladding materials on roofs and walls (including rainscreen).
      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
      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 and 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. prevent damage and maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to remove, replace, renew and repair
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. identify and repair the following defects in sheeting and cladding systems to given working instructions
      • leaks
      • condensation
      • damaged sheets and components
      • minor surface coating defects
      • damaged or missing flashings
      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, falls, rescue procedures
      ‐ 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)
      15. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the repair of sheeting and cladding systems
      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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
      17. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      • how and when maintenance should be carried out
      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
      ‐ identify installation quality requirements
      ‐ conform to agreed specification
      ‐ confirm manufacturers' repair and installation criteria
      ‐ identify defects including: leaks and condensation, damaged sheets and components, surface coating defects, damaged and missing flashings
      ‐ remove and recover defective materials
      ‐ carry out repairs to sheet components
      ‐ remove and replace damaged, missing and incorrect sheeting and cladding materials, components, fittings, fixings and flashings
      ‐ identify and match existing products
      ‐ identify the source of leaks and condensation
      ‐ deal with and prevent water leaks and condensation
      ‐ inspect, test, repair and replace rainwater goods
      ‐ identify and ensure the integrity of joints and overlaps
      ‐ treat surface coating defects
      ‐ apply sealants and fillers to ensure water and airtightness
      ‐ install and replace insulation, fire stops, breather membranes and vapour control layers
      ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roofs and walls including rainscreen systems
      ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
      ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 repairing sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
      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
      ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters and spacer systems
      ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
      ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
      ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
      ‐ rainwater goods
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to repair sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      1. Cladding Occupations (Construction)
      2. Building Maintenance Multi-trades Repair and Refurbishment Operations
    32. Strip and reclaim roof coverings
      COSVR280 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment and removing and reclaiming roof coverings for future use, disposing of unsuitable materials and preparing surfaces for re-roofing.
      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 informationK1 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 practicesK4 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 resourcesK10 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 damageK14 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 specificationK16 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 timeK18 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 oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, 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
      • 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 remove, reclaim, de-nail, re-hole, re-size, clean and sort
      8. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. remove, reclaim and/or dispose of weathering materials and ancillary components to given working instructions, plus at least two of the following
      • natural slates
      • plain tiles
      • single-lap tiles
      • stone slates
      10. prepare surface and materials ready for re-roofing in accordance with 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 (asbestos materials), 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
      • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures 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, 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, 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
      ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
      ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
      ‐ position temporary stop boards at eaves
      ‐ remove existing roof coverings
      ‐ clear roof of debris and nails in rafters and other roof timbers
      ‐ sort removed roof coverings and dispose of unwanted materials
      ‐ reclaim reusable tiles and natural slates, stone slates and weatherings
      ‐ assess the suitability of materials to be reclaimed
      ‐ determine sizes of imperial and metric slates
      ‐ stack/store reclaimed materials for reuse
      ‐ prepare materials for reuse, including de-nailing, re-holing and re-sizing
      ‐ recognise 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
      ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
      • liaise with clients regarding procedures for carrying out the work and protecting property and the surrounding area
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with stripping and reclaiming roof coverings
      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
      • components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity associated with the method/procedure to strip and reclaim roof coverings
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      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. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the programme
    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
    • 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
    • he hazards associated with the resources and methods of work and how they are overcome
    8. Safe work practicesK4 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
    9. Selection of resourcesK10 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
    10. Meet the contract specificationK16 how methods of work, to meet the specification, are carried out and problems reported
    • how maintenance of tools and equipment is carried out
    11. Allocated timeK18 what the programme is for the work to be carried out in the estimated, allocated time and why deadlines should be kept
    12. 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 working practices to meet current legislation and official guidance
    13. Interpretation of informationK1 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
    14. Minimise the risk of damageK14 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
    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 and when personal protective equipment (PPE) should be used
    16. 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
    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 specialised fixings for compatible materials
    • tools and equipment
    • access equipment
    4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
    5. prevent 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, set out, adjust, align, fit, position and secure
    8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools, levelling instruments and ancillary equipment
    9. install rainscreen wall cladding 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, falls, rescue procedures
    ‐ 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)
    15. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of rainscreen wall cladding systems
    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, 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 and with mechanical access equipment
    17. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • how and when maintenance should be carried out
    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
    ‐ identify installation quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ ensure currency of calibration for levelling equipment
    ‐ assess suitability of background materials
    ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
    ‐ identify the types and characteristics of current rainscreen cladding materials, including metal, clay, ceramic and laminate
    ‐ form internal and external angles
    ‐ form opening reveals
    ‐ Install rainscreen wall cladding systems
    • position and install panel hangers, drips, cover strips, fixings and fittings
    ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces
    ‐ fit components around protrusions and penetrations
    ‐ position and secure flashings and vents
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing rainscreen wall cladding systems
    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 specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, panel hangers, drips, cover strips, halters and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, fire stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and rainscreen panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install rainscreen wall cladding systems
    22. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company and operative
    23. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials, components and fixings
    • tools and equipment
    24. demonstration of work skills to measure, cut, set out, align, fit, position, fix and secure
    25. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    26. install the following sheeting and cladding rainwater goods to given working instructions
    • gutters
    • pipes, downpipes and angles (swan necks, off sets)
    • brackets and supports
    • sumps
    • overflows
    • outlets
    27. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of rainwater goods
    28. 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 and storage of materials, by manual handling and mechanical lifting and with mechanical access 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
    ‐ identify installation quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ identify datum, line, level and plumb
    ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect materials and resources
    ‐ position, fix and secure brackets and supports
    ‐ install gutters, pipes including downpipes and angles (swan necks and offsets), sumps, outlets and overflows
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints and overlaps
    ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces
    ‐ install materials and components, stop-ends, grills, guards, filters, sealants, gaskets and covers
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
    30. Problems
    • those arising from information, resources and methods of work
    ‐ own authority to rectify
    ‐ organisational reporting procedures
    31. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ brackets, fixings and supports
    ‐ gutters, pipes, downpipes and angles
    ‐ sealant and gaskets
    ‐ stop-ends, grills, guards, filters and covers
    ‐ overflows, sumps and outlets
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding rainwater goods on roofs and walls
    32. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, adjust, align, level, plumb, fit, fix and finish
    33. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    • install sheeting and cladding materials to roofs and walls, to include flashings, openings, vents, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
    • built-up
    • standing seam
    • secret fix
    • composite panel
    • fibre-cement
    34. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the installation of sheeting and cladding systems
    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
    ‐ identify installation quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specifications
    ‐ conform to manufacturer's installation criteria
    ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
    ‐ position and secure fixings, halters, spacers, clips, fittings and sheets
    ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect sheeting, cladding materials and resources
    ‐ install built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ install decking and structural panels
    ‐ maintain the integrity of surfaces, backgrounds, sheets and panels
    ‐ position and secure vents
    ‐ install insulation
    ‐ measure, cut, fit, shape and fix flashing materials
    ‐ install translucent sheets, condensation and vapour control materials
    ‐ form and shape components for openings, vents, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, overlaps and interface details
    ‐ apply sealants and install fillers to ensure water and airtight seals
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
    36. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, spacer systems and clips
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and transclucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
    37. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, fit, finish, position and secure
    38. prepare and install sheeting and cladding to complex roof or wall formations, incorporating weathering materials, related materials and components, ventilation and insulation, fittings, fixings and flashings for the following to given working instructions
    • curved areas
    • complex formations
    39. 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 quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ set out and transfer lines and levels in preparation for installation
    ‐ prepare and layout materials, components, fixings and fittings
    ‐ install fire stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ install sheeting and cladding to curved and complex formations
    ‐ position and secure flashings and vents
    ‐ install insulation and flashing material
    ‐ form and shape components for intricate, unconventional areas, up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, overlaps and interface details
    ‐ apply sealants and install fillers to ensure water and airtightness
    ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roof and walls
    ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect sheeting and cladding materials and resources
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 installing sheeting and cladding systems
    40. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, fire-stops, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to install sheeting and cladding to curved and complex roof and wall formations
    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 use of access equipment
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and associated equipment
    • specific risks to health
    42. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, cut, level, plumb, adjust, fit, position, fix and secure
    43. prepare backing walls and install rainscreen wall cladding vertical and horizontal support systems to given working instructions
    44. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with preparing backing walls and installing support systems to receive rainscreen wall cladding systems
    45. 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 and with mechanical access equipment
    46. 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 quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ assess suitability of backing walls
    ‐ check currency of calibration for levelling equipment
    ‐ identify datum, establish, work to and transfer levels and plumb lines
    ‐ install proprietary vertical and horizontal support systems
    ‐ install bespoke vertical and horizontal support systems
    ‐ measure, mark out and cut supports to form internal and external angles
    ‐ form opening reveals
    ‐ adjust, fit, position, fix and secure brackets and fixing components for rainscreen wall cladding support systems
    ‐ install insulation, fire stops, breather membranes and vapour control layers
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine 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
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ 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 preparation of backing walls for rainscreen wall cladding support systems
    47. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, carriers, rails, brackets and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes, primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare backing walls to receive rainscreen wall cladding support systems
    48. demonstration of work skills to identify, check, measure, mark out, cut, prepare and position
    49. prepare resources for installation, to include sheeting and cladding materials, fixings, flashings, roof and wall components and ancillary equipment, to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
    • built-up
    • standing seam
    • secret fix
    • composite panel
    • fibre-cement
    • rainscreen cladding
    50. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding
    51. 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 quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ check resources for type, quantity and damage and report discrepancies
    ‐ deal with damaged and incorrect roof and wall sheeting and cladding materials and resources
    ‐ identify types and characteristics of cladding sheets, including single skin, sinusoidal (corrugated), trapezoidal (box) and fibre cement profiles, twin or double skin insulated systems, composite panel (sandwich panel) systems, decking, structural decking and rainscreen products
    ‐ identify parts of roof and wall cladding sheets including top and bottom flanges, crown, web, trough or pan
    ‐ identify types, characteristics and applications of cladding products and systems including built-up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panel, fibre cement, rainscreen cladding products
    ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding profiles for walls and roofs
    ‐ measure, mark out and cut sheeting and cladding
    ‐ adjust and position fixings, halters, spacers, clips and fittings
    ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
    ‐ prepare, align and position resources ready to install: built-up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panel, fibre cement and rainscreen cladding
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 preparing resources for the installation of sheeting and cladding materials on roofs and walls
    52. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings and fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare sheeting and cladding materials and resources for installation on roofs and walls
    53. demonstration of work skills to identify, check, measure, mark out, cut, remove, clean, replace, align, position, fix and seal
    54. prepare resources and backgrounds to refurbish, strip and re-sheet or over-clad sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls to given working instructions for at least one of the following systems
    • built up
    • standing seam
    • secret fix
    • composite panel
    • fibre cement
    • rainscreen cladding
    55. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries, falls, rescue procedures
    ‐ emergencies relating to occupational activities
    ‐ the discovery of asbestos containing substances
    56. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the refurbishment of sheeting and cladding
    57. 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 quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' installation criteria
    ‐ identify the criteria for removing and over-cladding materials containing hazardous substances, including licenced and non-licenced asbestos
    ‐ check currency of calibration for levelling equipment
    ‐ retain the integrity of background surfaces and backing walls
    ‐ prepare backgrounds and backing walls for replacement (new or recycled) sheeting and cladding systems
    ‐ identify, recognise and work to gridlines and datum marks
    ‐ prepare existing roof and wall coverings for over-cladding
    ‐ strip existing roof and wall coverings and rainscreen wall cladding support systems for re-sheeting
    ‐ apply cleaning agents and primers
    ‐ install insulation, sealing tapes, vapour checks and separation membranes
    ‐ assess the suitability of structures and existing roof coverings to receive replacement materials
    ‐ layout and align products, adjust fixings, halters, spacers, clips, fittings, sheets and cladding materials
    ‐ fit and fix replacement materials
    ‐ form and shape components for up-stands, protrusions and penetrations
    ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roofs and walls and rainscreen systems
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ determine specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ handle, store and dispose of removed materials and components
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with refurbishment of sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls or rainscreen systems
    58. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters, clips and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal, translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement system
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to refurbish sheeting and cladding on roofs or walls or rainscreen systems
    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 of access equipment and working platforms
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    60. demonstration of work skills to remove, replace, renew and repair
    61. identify and repair the following defects in sheeting and cladding systems to given working instructions
    • leaks
    • condensation
    • damaged sheets and components
    • minor surface coating defects
    • damaged or missing flashings
    62. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, oral and written procedures, site inductions and current regulations governing buildings and official guidance associated with the repair of sheeting and cladding systems
    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
    ‐ identify installation quality requirements
    ‐ conform to agreed specification
    ‐ confirm manufacturers' repair and installation criteria
    ‐ identify defects including: leaks and condensation, damaged sheets and components, surface coating defects, damaged and missing flashings
    ‐ remove and recover defective materials
    ‐ carry out repairs to sheet components
    ‐ remove and replace damaged, missing and incorrect sheeting and cladding materials, components, fittings, fixings and flashings
    ‐ identify and match existing products
    ‐ identify the source of leaks and condensation
    ‐ deal with and prevent water leaks and condensation
    ‐ inspect, test, repair and replace rainwater goods
    ‐ identify and ensure the integrity of joints and overlaps
    ‐ treat surface coating defects
    ‐ apply sealants and fillers to ensure water and airtightness
    ‐ install and replace insulation, fire stops, breather membranes and vapour control layers
    ‐ recognise the differences between sheeting and cladding materials for roofs and walls including rainscreen systems
    ‐ check quality and suitability of work on completion and at the end of each working period
    ‐ recognise and determine when additional specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work from mobile elevating work platforms
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to 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 repairing sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
    64. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and specialist
    ‐ fixings, fasteners, flashings, fittings, halters and spacer systems
    ‐ insulation, vapour control, separation and breather membranes
    ‐ primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes, sealants and fillers
    ‐ metal and translucent sheets, built up, standing seam, secret fix, composite panels, rainscreen cladding panels, decking panels and fibre cement systems
    ‐ rainwater goods
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    • identify quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to repair sheeting and cladding on roofs and walls
    65. interpretation of oral/written instructions, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    66. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
    67. demonstration of work skills to measure, set/mark out, profile, cut, joint, position, secure and finish
    68. use and maintain hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    69. prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing or cladding, incorporating coverings/weatherings, to two of the following profiles to given working instructions
    • tapered
    • concave
    • convex
    • segmented
    70. 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
    71. 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)
    72. Information
    • oral/written instructions, drawings, electronic data, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
    73. 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 and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    74. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    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 report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
    ‐ lay underlay if required
    ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
    ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
    ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
    ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
    ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
    ‐ 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
    ‐ stop work at the point when conjecture begins and report findings
    ‐ record work carried out (written, photographic or digital)
    ‐ recognise and/or report endangered/protected flora and fauna
    ‐ remove deteriorated and/or inappropriate materials
    ‐ maintain existing structure
    ‐ integrate existing and new constructional components or finishes
    ‐ store salvageable fabric, materials and structural components
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead or hard metal roofing or cladding
    76. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding
    77. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, buildings, company and operative
    78. interpretation of oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    79. 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
    80. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, cut, fit, position, weld, secure, dress, boss, point and finish
    81. prepare and install lead sheet weatherings to given working instructions for the following
    • chimneys
    • abutments
    • soil and/or vent pipes
    • junction saddles
    • valleys
    • hips
    • ridges
    • openings (roof lights/windows)
    82. fabricate back gutters, aprons and pipe slates by lead welding
    83. Information
    • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures and current regulations governing buildings
    84. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut, fit and place soakers
    ‐ cut, form and install step flashings
    ‐ install valley liners and saddles
    ‐ form and install aprons, back gutters and soil and/or vent pipe flashings
    ‐ weld and boss
    ‐ install rolls to hips/ridges
    ‐ install secret gutters
    ‐ point/seal flashings
    ‐ apply patination fluid
    ‐ recognise when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ recorgnise specific requirements for structures of special interest, traditional build (pre 1919) and historical significance
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with fabricating and installing weathering leadwork to roofs
    85. Programme
    • types of work schedules/diaries, progress charts, timetables and estimated times
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    86. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ sheet lead, patination fluids and pointing materials
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to fabricate and install weathering leadwork to roofs
    87. demonstration of work skills to measure, cut, mark out, fit, position and secure
    88. install the following roofing components to roofs with ridges, verges, hips, valleys, openings, penetrations and abutments to given working instructions to construct a warm and cold roof
    • counter-battens
    • ventilation systems
    • over and/or between rafter level insulation
    • ceiling level insulation
    • access hatch insulation
    89. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut and fit warm and cold roof materials and components to the required size and shape
    ‐ fix underlay and counter-battens to roof design
    ‐ install ventilation systems
    ‐ install over and/or between rafter level insulation
    ‐ install ceiling level insulation
    ‐ install access hatch insulation
    ‐ remove ineffective/damaged insulation from roof area
    ‐ check and maintain adequate ventilation
    ‐ check supporting timber at hips, valleys, ridges, abutments and openings
    ‐ recognise the principles of warm/cold roof construction
    ‐ recognise ceiling construction, including air tightness, air layers and vapour control layers
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing components for warm or cold roof construction
    90. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ underlays, counter-battens, quilt and rigid insulation and ventilation systems
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install components for warm and cold roof construction
    91. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark out, cut, fit, position, secure and finish
    92. install double-lap artificial slates and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    93. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ install undereaves, eaves and top course
    ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ set out and install double-lap artificial roof slates to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ form dry fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof slates
    94. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ double-lap artificial slates, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems and ventilation systems
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install double-lap artificial roof slates
    95. interpretation of oral/written working instructions, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    96. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark out, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
    97. install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap), to battens and/or boards, and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for at least two of the following roof details
    • eyebrow dormers
    • swept valleys
    • laced valleys
    • curved vertical
    • curved pitch (cones, apse ends)
    98. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ fix boards, wedges, fillets and split battens
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ fix tiles to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ set out and install plain and/or peg tiles (double-lap) and components, including soakers to eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    99. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ plain tiles, peg tiles, boards, split battens, soakers, timber, wedges, fillets, fittings and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install double-lap roof tiles to curved and swept roof details
    100. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, cut, profile, position, secure and joint
    101. prepare substrate and install to given working instructions fully supported flat lead roofing or low pitched hard metal roofing plus, fully supported lead or hard metal roofing to the following
    • pitched roofs
    • vertical cladding
    102. install two of the following fully supported lead or hard metal weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces to given working instructions
    • soffits
    • cornices or parapets
    • gutters
    103. Information
    • oral/written instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current regulations governing buildings
    104. 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 report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ clean/clear substrate
    ‐ lay underlay if required
    ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
    ‐ set out joints
    ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
    ‐ install fully supported flat lead roofing or low pitched hard metal roofing
    ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal pitched roofs and vertical cladding
    ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal weatherings to vertical, horizontal and inclined surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
    ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
    105. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ lead, hard metal, underlay, vents, fixings, finishings and ancillary items
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
    106. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
    107. install natural roof slates to batterns and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • mitred hips
    • mitred valleys
    • vertical surfaces
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges and ridges
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ grade and hole slates
    ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ form mitred hips and mitred valleys, including measuring, cutting and fitting soakers
    ‐ set out and install natural roof slates to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
    109. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ natural slates, fixings, soakers, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install natural roof slates to mitred and vertical roof details
    110. Security procedure
    • site, workplace, company and operative
    111. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, mark out, grade, size, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
    112. install natural slates to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for at least two of the following roof details
    • eyebrow dormers
    • swept valleys
    • laced valleys
    • curved vertical
    • curved pitch (cones, apse ends)
    113. 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
    114. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ fix boards, wedges, fillets and split battens
    ‐ grade, size and hole slates
    ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ set out and install slates and components, including soakers to eyebrow dormers, swept and laced valleys, curved and radial areas
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
    115. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ slates, boards, split battens, soakers, timber, wedges, fillets, fittings and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install natural roof slates to curved and swept roof details
    116. install plain roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    117. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers’ information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    118. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers’ technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ set out and install tiles to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations and internal and external corners
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    120. Programme
    • types of work schedules/diaries progress charts, timetables and estimated times
    • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
    121. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ plain tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install plain tile roof coverings
    122. demonstration of work skills to cut, fit, position, secure, dress, point and finish
    123. install pre-formed lead and/or proprietary flashings to single and double-lap roof coverings to given working instructions relating to the following
    • chimneys
    • abutments
    • soil and/or vent pipes
    • junction saddles
    • valleys
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut, fit and place lead and/or proprietary soakers
    ‐ cut and fit flashing materials to the required size and shape
    • install step flashings
    ‐ install valley liners and saddles
    ‐ install lead aprons, back gutters, soil and/or vent pipe flashings
    ‐ install flashings to openings (roof lights, windows)
    ‐ dress flashings
    ‐ point/seal flashings
    ‐ apply patination fluid
    ‐ install proprietary flashings and weatherings
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing weathering flashings to roofs
    125. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ pre-formed lead flashings, proprietary flashings, soakers, patination fluids, pointing materials
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity and length associated with the method/procedure to install pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs
    126. demonstration of work skills to measure, size, set out, mark out, grade, hole, cut, fit, mix, position, secure and finish
    127. install random sized (length and width) natural roof slates (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ grade, size and hole slates
    ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ maintain head laps for diminishing courses
    ‐ maintain side laps for random width slates
    ‐ recognise the relationship between head and side lap, roof pitch and geographical location
    ‐ set out and install random sized (length and width) natural roof slates (centre-nailed and/or head-nailed) to battens and/or boards, fittings and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
    129. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ random sized natural slates, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, boards, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install random natural roof slates with diminishing margins
    130. install regular sized natural roof slates to battens and/or boards and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    131. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit slates, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ grade and hole slates
    ‐ fix slates to battens or direct to boarded areas
    ‐ set out and install slates and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized slates
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing natural roof slates
    132. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ regular sized natural slates, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install regular sized natural slates to standard roof details
    133. 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 of access equipment/working platforms
    • safe use, storage and handling of materials, tools and equipment
    • specific risks to health
    134. install single and double-lap roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials, for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • mitred hips
    • mitred valleys
    • vertical surfaces (double-lap only)
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges and ridges
    135. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install single and double-lap tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ form mitred hips and mitred valleys, including measuring, cutting and fitting soakers
    ‐ set out and install double-lap tiles to vertical surfaces, including gable ends, openings and penetrations
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    136. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ tiles, fixings, soakers, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single and double lap roof tiles to mitred and vertical roof details
    137. install single-lap fixed gauge roof tiles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    138. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install tiles and components to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments, and general areas
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    ‐ form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ understand the uses and limitations of hand-made/crafted clay tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    139. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ single-lap fixed gauge tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single-lap roof tiles to a fixed gauge
    140. install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new and/or reclaimed materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • eaves
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • dry and/or wet fix verges, ridges, hips and valleys
    141. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ determine lap and gauge dimensions
    ‐ cut and fit tiles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install tiles, to a variable gauge, and components to eaves, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments and general areas
    ‐ install vents, ridge ventilation and other high level ventilation
    ‐ mix sand, cement and additives
    ‐ mix proprietary roofing grade mortar
    • form dry and/or wet fix finishing details
    ‐ recognise where reclaimed materials can be used
    ‐ understand the effects on lap and gauge when using reclaimed imperial sized tiles
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof tiles
    142. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ single-lap tiles, fittings, fixings, ridge and hip tiles, dry fix systems, ventilation systems, proprietary roofing grade mortar, sand, cement and additives
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install single-lap roof tiles to a variable gauge
    143. demonstration of work skills to measure, cut, mark out, position and fix
    144. set out battens to datum points and gauge
    145. install materials and components to eaves, verges, hips, ridges, valleys, abutments, openings, penetrations, general areas and vertical surfaces to given working instructions relating to the following
    • underlay
    • battens
    • counter battens
    • undercloaks
    • eaves ventilation systems
    • underlay support trays
    • fire-breaks
    146. Information
    • oral/written working instructions, electronic data, drawings, specifications, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information, organisational procedures and current regulations governing buildings
    147. Maintenance 7 operative care of hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    148. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interface
    ‐ establish fixed points and determine the gauge to set out and fix batten positions
    ‐ cut underlay, battens and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ fix underlay, battens and counter-battens, verge clips and hip irons
    ‐ set out and determine overhang for wet and/or dry fix systems
    ‐ fix undercloak for bedded verges and/or dry fix systems
    ‐ install underlay to openings (roof lights, windows) and penetrations
    ‐ install underlay support trays and eaves ventilation systems
    ‐ form fire breaks
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing underlay, battens and roofing components
    149. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ underlay, battens, counter-battens, undercloak, verge clips, eave ventilation systems and hip irons
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install underlay, battens and roofing components
    150. install wood shingles and related fittings, fixings and components to given working instructions, using new materials for roofs with the following
    • general areas
    • verges
    • ridges
    • hips
    • valleys
    • eaves and top course
    • abutments
    • openings (roof lights, windows)
    • vertical surfaces
    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
    ‐ assess suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ cut and fit wooden shingles, fittings and roofing components to the required size and shape
    ‐ set out and install wood shingles to eaves and top course, verges, ridge, hips, valleys, openings (roof lights, windows), abutments, vertical and general areas
    ‐ set out and install wood shingle to vertical surfaces including gable ends, openings, penetrations, internal and external corners
    ‐ install pre-formed ridge/hip units
    ‐ install vents
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with installing roof coverings
    152. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ wood shingles, pre-formed hip and ridge units, vents and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install wood shingle roof coverings
    153. 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 report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ install/fabricate ventilation systems
    ‐ lay underlay if required
    ‐ prepare and install fully supported lead or hard metal decorative roofing and cladding to tapered, concave, convex or segmented profiles (spires, domes, cupola, onion, barrel vault structures)
    ‐ install fully supported lead or hard metal coverings/weatherings to surfaces and abutments for soffits, cornices/parapets and gutters
    ‐ set/mark out roof/cladding
    ‐ prepare/fabricate lead or hard metal (cut to length and profile)
    ‐ join and terminate lead or hard metal in width and length
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints, fixings and ventilation
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and installing fully supported decorative lead, hard metal roofing or cladding
    154. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark/set out, cast, cut, fold, stretch, reduce, press, boss, weld, solder, joint, fit, finish, position and secure
    155. produce two of the following lead and/or hard metal ornamental features to given working instructions
    • scrolls/bullnoses
    • finials/bosses
    • hoppers/planters
    • ornaments
    • shingle/preformed panels
    156. 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
    ‐ draw and produce patterns/templates
    ‐ produce lead and/or hard metal scrolls/bullnoses, finials/bosses, hoppers/planters, ornaments and shingle/preformed panels by cutting, folding, casting, bossing, pressing, welding, soldering, stretching and reducing as appropriate to the metal
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with producing lead or hard metal ornamental features
    157. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ lead, hard metal, casting sand, pressings, moulds, solder, flux, lettering, fixings, fittings and ancillary items
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce lead or hard metal ornamental features
    158. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark/set out, remove, cut, joint, fix or dress, position and secure
    159. repair and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing or cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces to given working instructions relating to the following
    • remove, repair or replace defective coverings/components
    • install and/or repair lead or hard metal
    160. 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 access arrangements
    ‐ inspect surfaces to determine condition and identify defects
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ remove, replace, cut, joint, fix or dress to repair defective coverings/components
    ‐ lay underlay if required
    ‐ install and/or repair fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings to horizontal, vertical and inclined surfaces
    ‐ ensure the integrity of joints
    ‐ remove blockages to ensure free drainage
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with repairing and maintaining fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weathering
    161. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ lead, hard metal, fixings, finishings, ancillary items, underlay and substrate
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to repair and maintain fully supported lead or hard metal roofing, cladding and weatherings
    162. selection of resources associated with own work
    • tools and equipment
    163. demonstration of work skills to remove, reclaim, de-nail, re-hole, re-size, clean and sort
    164. remove, reclaim and/or dispose of weathering materials and ancillary components to given working instructions, plus at least two of the following
    • natural slates
    • plain tiles
    • single-lap tiles
    • stone slates
    165. prepare surface and materials ready for re-roofing in accordance with given working instructions
    166. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work (asbestos materials), manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    167. 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 suitability of sub-structure
    ‐ identify and report faults with sub-structure and roof interfaces
    ‐ position temporary stop boards at eaves
    ‐ remove existing roof coverings
    ‐ clear roof of debris and nails in rafters and other roof timbers
    ‐ sort removed roof coverings and dispose of unwanted materials
    ‐ reclaim reusable tiles and natural slates, stone slates and weatherings
    ‐ assess the suitability of materials to be reclaimed
    ‐ determine sizes of imperial and metric slates
    ‐ stack/store reclaimed materials for reuse
    ‐ prepare materials for reuse, including de-nailing, re-holing and re-sizing
    ‐ recognise 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
    ‐ use hand tools, power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment/working platforms
    • liaise with clients regarding procedures for carrying out the work and protecting property and the surrounding area
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with stripping and reclaiming roof coverings
    168. Resources
    • components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ hand tools, power tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity associated with the method/procedure to strip and reclaim roof coverings
    169. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    170. safe use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to carry out the activity, in accordance with legislation and/or organisational requirements
    171. safe use and storage of tools and equipment
    172. safe use of fire extinguishers, as appropriate to the fire
    173. selection of resources associated with own work
    • naturally grown and cultivated materials
    • tools and equipment
    174. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
    175. demonstration of work skills to handle, cut, gather, stack, load and tie
    176. use and maintain harvesting tools and ancillary equipment
    177. identify, select, harvest and transport three of the following thatching materials to given working instructions
    • long straw, combed wheat reed, water reed, sedge grass, coppice materials, heather, marram, bent, bracken, rush, flax, turf or other specialist local material
    178. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    179. Emergencies
    • operative's response to situations in accordance with organisational authorisation and personal skills when involved with
    ‐ fires, spillages, injuries
    180. Fire extinguishers
    • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
    181. Hazards
    • those identified by method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    182. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, manufacturers' information and regulations
    183. 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 and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    184. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools and ancillary equipment
    185. 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 and select suitable thatching materials
    ‐ stack and store thatching materials using appropriate methods and techniques
    ‐ handle materials using mechanical and manual methods
    ‐ load and transport thatching materials
    ‐ use tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with the use of thatching materials
    186. personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
    187. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality and sizes of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ straw, reed, grass, coppice materials, heather, marram, bent, bracken, rush, flax and turf
    ‐ transport equipment
    ‐ harvesting tools and ancillary equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to harvest thatching materials
  9. Transport Operatives NEC
    responsibility
    1. Control, direct and guide the operation of plant or machinery
      cosvr760 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting materials, components, tools and ancillary equipment to control direct and guide the operation of plant or machinery not being used for lifting operations but including plant or machinery used as work platforms. This standard is for people required to control, direct and guide the operation of plant or machinery; it is not for directing movement between locations or the slinging and signalling of plant or machinery for lifting and transferring loads in lifting operations. It does include people directing and guiding the operations of plant or machinery used as work platforms. It can be used by operatives, supervisors and managers
      duty
      1. interpret the given operating information relating to the work, resources and 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. 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
      ‐ hand tools and ancillary equipment
      ‐ electronic guidance equipment, global positioning systems and laser marking devices
      ‐ measuring equipment (pegs, tapes, strings, lines and levels)
      • identify weight and bearing pressures, quantity, length, area and volume associated with the method/procedure for directing and guiding the operation of plant and machinery
      2. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      • own occupation and occupations related to the work
      context
      1. interpretation of specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to controlling, directing and guiding the operation of plant or machinery not being used for lifting operations but including plant or machinery used as work platforms
      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 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, signalling and communication equipment
      11. control, direct and guide the plant or machinery not being used for lifting operations but including plant or machinery used as work platforms 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, work instructions, manufacturers' information and official guidance for controlling, directing and guiding the operations of plant and machinery
      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 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 operations, directing and guiding movement and slinging and signalling
      ‐ interpret work plans
      ‐ assess and determine the operation of plant and machinery not being used for lifting operation but including plant or machinery used as work platforms, to include own position, visibility, ground conditions and features, proximity hazards and weight limits
      ‐ identify the operational characteristics and limitations of plant and machinery, width, length, height, radius, reach, capacity
      ‐ recognise blind-spots, potential crush zones and other limitations to operator visibility
      ‐ control, direct and guide the operation of plant and machinery not being used for lifting operations to extract, excavate, construct, form, receive, transport, access, lay, distribute, compact and process, sweep, clean and clear
      ‐ assess and determine the movement of extracted and excavated materials or commodities including the formation and removal of stockpiles, unloading, discharging and loading
      ‐ control, direct and guide the operation of plant and machinery not being used in lifting operations on rough, uneven terrain and in areas of restricted movement
      ‐ ensure the integrity of equipment, structures, materials and components close to operations while directing and guiding
      ‐ recognise and utilise measurement and operation monitoring aids, pegs, tapes, strings, lines and levels, electronic guidance equipment, global positioning systems and laser marking devices
      22. Continued/...
      23. Methods of work (continued)
      • check measurements
      ‐ signal and communicate following recognised and agreed operational procedures
      ‐ recognise requirements for working on public highways
      ‐ 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 controlling, directing and guiding the operation of plant and machinery not being used in lifting operations but including plant or 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
      26. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      suite
      Plant Operations (Construction)
    duty
    1. interpret the given operating information relating to the work, resources and 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. 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
    ‐ hand tools and ancillary equipment
    ‐ electronic guidance equipment, global positioning systems and laser marking devices
    ‐ measuring equipment (pegs, tapes, strings, lines and levels)
    • identify weight and bearing pressures, quantity, length, area and volume associated with the method/procedure for directing and guiding the operation of plant and machinery
    2. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company and operative
    • own occupation and occupations related to the work
    context
    1. interpretation of specifications, schedules, risk assessments and manufacturers' information related to controlling, directing and guiding the operation of plant or machinery not being used for lifting operations but including plant or machinery used as work platforms
    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 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, signalling and communication equipment
    11. control, direct and guide the plant or machinery not being used for lifting operations but including plant or machinery used as work platforms 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, work instructions, manufacturers' information and official guidance for controlling, directing and guiding the operations of plant and machinery
    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 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 operations, directing and guiding movement and slinging and signalling
    ‐ interpret work plans
    ‐ assess and determine the operation of plant and machinery not being used for lifting operation but including plant or machinery used as work platforms, to include own position, visibility, ground conditions and features, proximity hazards and weight limits
    ‐ identify the operational characteristics and limitations of plant and machinery, width, length, height, radius, reach, capacity
    ‐ recognise blind-spots, potential crush zones and other limitations to operator visibility
    ‐ control, direct and guide the operation of plant and machinery not being used for lifting operations to extract, excavate, construct, form, receive, transport, access, lay, distribute, compact and process, sweep, clean and clear
    ‐ assess and determine the movement of extracted and excavated materials or commodities including the formation and removal of stockpiles, unloading, discharging and loading
    ‐ control, direct and guide the operation of plant and machinery not being used in lifting operations on rough, uneven terrain and in areas of restricted movement
    ‐ ensure the integrity of equipment, structures, materials and components close to operations while directing and guiding
    ‐ recognise and utilise measurement and operation monitoring aids, pegs, tapes, strings, lines and levels, electronic guidance equipment, global positioning systems and laser marking devices
    22. Continued/...
    23. Methods of work (continued)
    • check measurements
    ‐ signal and communicate following recognised and agreed operational procedures
    ‐ recognise requirements for working on public highways
    ‐ 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 controlling, directing and guiding the operation of plant and machinery not being used in lifting operations but including plant or 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
    26. Protect work
    • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
  10. Wall Tilers
    responsibility
    1. Conserve, restore, maintain and repair wall and floor tiling
      cosvr607 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 conserving, restoring, maintaining and repairing wall and floor tiling commensurate with the style and method of the existing tiled 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 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, record, mark out, set out, cut, apply, finish, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. conserve, restore, maintain and repair existing tiled surfaces on a broad range of work, in keeping with the style/period of the original method, on 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, 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 and treat existing wall and floor surfaces prior to applying backgrounds
      ‐ mix and apply modern and traditional bedding and jointing materials
      ‐ conserve, restore, maintain and repair modern and historic wall and floor tiling and mosaics in the style and method of construction of the original
      ‐ obtain templates by measurement and other recording means from original tile profiles to distinguish from later repairs
      ‐ identify appropriate techniques for cleaning wall and floor tiling, including the use of natural materials
      ‐ reinforce historic and modern tiled work
      ‐ consolidate historic wall and floor tiling, including the use of natural materials
      ‐ remove individual wall and floor tiles and re-lay to original positions
      ‐ make suitable records
      ‐ understand 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 wall and floor tiling
      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
      ‐ surface, background, bedding and jointing materials
      ‐ wall and floor tiles, mosaics and natural stone slabs
      ‐ cleaning materials
      ‐ 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 wall and floor tiling
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
    2. Install acoustic flooring
      COSVR620 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment, preparing new and existing surfaces and installing acoustic flooring.
      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 working 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 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, components and fixings
      • tools and equipment
      4. protection of the work and its surrounding area from damage
      5. maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, position, level, fit, finish and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare area and install acoustic flooring to given working instructions relating to the following
      • cradle or support systems
      • perimeter strips
      • overlay(s)
      • underlay(s)
      • quilt insulation
      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 activitiesHazards3 those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidanceHealth and safety control equipment4 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)
      13. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current guidance/regulations associated with installing acoustic flooring
      14. 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 and by manual handling and mechanical liftingMaintenance7 operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipmentMethods 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 installation quality requirements
      ‐ identify the location of, and work around, mechanical and electrical services
      ‐ assess installation area for level
      ‐ identify sequence of installation with other operations
      ‐ identify substrate type
      ‐ identify vertical and horizontal datum and set out
      ‐ check humidity is within specified limits
      ‐ understand the effects of humidity on acoustic flooring components
      ‐ ensure the use of an appropriate fixing regime
      ‐ lay cradles or support system
      ‐ make adjustments for height and level
      ‐ install quilt insulation
      ‐ install perimeter strips
      ‐ install overlays and underlays
      ‐ use levelling tools and equipment
      ‐ Install acoustic flooring
      • recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment9 how fire spreads through a building and how to impede it and protect the structure
      • team work and communication11 needs of other occupations associated with the installation of acoustic flooring
      15. Programme
      • types of progress charts, timetables and estimated times
      • organisational procedures for reporting circumstances which will affect the work programme
      16. Protect work
      • protect work against damage from general workplace activities, other occupations and adverse weather conditions
      17. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ cradles or support systems
      ‐ battens
      ‐ quilt insulation
      ‐ overlays, underlays and fixing systems
      ‐ humidity testing equipment
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment17 select correct resources and materials to comply with the specification18 methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install acoustic flooringSecurity procedures19 site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Interior Systems (Construction)
    3. Install, remove, and relocate raised access flooring systems
      COSVR133 This standard is about interpreting information, adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices, selecting and using materials, components, tools and equipment, preparing, installing, removing and relocating raised flooring 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 working 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. maintain a clean work space
      6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
      7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, remove, fit, finish, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. install, remove and relocate the following to given working instructions
      • proprietary raised access flooring systems (including fire barriers, ramps, steps, handrails)
      • mouldings
      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 activitiesHazards3 those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidanceHealth and safety control equipment4 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)
      13. Information
      • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current guidance/regulations associated with installing, removing and relocating raised access flooring systems
      14. 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 and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      15. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      16. 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 installation quality requirements
      ‐ establish the suitability of the existing substrate
      ‐ check vertical and horizontal datum
      ‐ prepare the background surface (apply sealants, damp course membranes, tanking and bunding)
      ‐ carry out any repairs and modifications
      ‐ identify the location of, and work around, mechanical and electrical services
      ‐ ensure the use of an appropriate fixing regime
      ‐ form openings for grilles and outlet boxes to raised access flooring systems
      ‐ install raised access flooring systems with fire barriers, ramps, steps and handrails
      ‐ remove and reinstall raised access flooring systems with fire barriers, ramps and steps, handrails and re-form openings for grilles and outlet boxes
      ‐ fix plastic and timber skirting
      ‐ install floorcoverings to door wells, ramps, steps and upstands
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
      ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
      ‐ use access equipment
      • how fire spreads through a building and how to impede it and protect the structure
      • team work and communication11 needs of other occupations associated with the installation, removal and relocation of raised access flooring systems
      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 times14 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 conditionsResources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ flooring system components, skirting, perimeter strips, timber, timber-based sheet material, fire barriers, fixings, fittings
      ‐ adhesives, sealants, floorcoverings
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment17 select correct resources and materials to comply with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install, remove and relocate raised access flooring systems
      20. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Interior Systems (Construction)
    4. Lay under-tile heating systems and tile surfaces
      COSVR149 This standard is about laying electrical under tile heating systems and laying tile surfaces to under tile and under floor heating 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
      • 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, work programmes, schedules, job details, method statements, risk assessments, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessments and manufacturers' information, including electronic 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, fixings and accessories
      • 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, cut, apply, finish, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
      9. position and secure electrical under tile heating systems to horizontal surfaces to given working instructions
      10. lay tile finish to under tile heating systems 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, 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)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      17. Information
      • drawings, specifications, work programme, schedules, job details, method statements, risk assessments, COSHH assessments, manufacturers' information, Codes of Practice and and official guidance
      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 by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      19. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power 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
      ‐ position and secure electrical under tile heating systems
      ‐ confirm commission procedures for floor heating systems
      ‐ locate and provide movement joints
      ‐ lay tiles over under tile heating systems
      ‐ lay tiles over under floor heating systems
      ‐ 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 installation requirements necessary to achieve quality standards
      ‐ 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 associated equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with laying under-tile heating systems and tile 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 and adverse weather conditions
      24. Resources
      • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
      ‐ electric under tile heating systems
      ‐ under floor heating systems
      ‐ floor tiles, grouts, adhesives, floor screeds, levelling compounds, profile trims, movement joints and accessories
      ‐ fittings and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to lay under-tile heating systems and tile surfaces
      25. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Wall and Floor Tiling (Construction)
    5. Prepare and apply tiling materials
      COSVR626 This standard is about preparing and applying tiling materials to receive wall and floor tiling, 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 instructions in relation to drawings, specifications, work programmes, schedules, job details, method statements, risk assessments, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessments and manufacturers' information, including electronic 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, fixings and accessories
      • 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 gauge and mix
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
      9. preparation and application of tiling materials to new and/or existing surfaces (to receive ceramic and natural stone wall and floor tiling) to given work instructions
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time allowed 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
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, work programmes, schedules, job details, method statements, risk assessments, COSHH assessments, manufacturers' information, Codes of Practice and official guidance
      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, portable 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
      ‐ identify suitability of backgrounds prior to preparation and application
      ‐ prepare and apply adhesives and grouts, primers and ancillary products
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ identify and follow the installation requirements necessary to achieve relevant quality standards
      ‐ 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 associated equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and applying tiling materials
      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
      ‐ adhesives, grouts and accessories 162 fittings and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare and apply tiling materials
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Wall and Floor Tiling (Construction)
    6. Prepare backgrounds for tiling
      COSVR141 This standard is about preparing new and existing solid and manufactured board backgrounds to receive wall and floor tiling and appropriate accessories, 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
      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, work programmes, schedules, job details, method statements, risk assessments, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessments and manufacturers' information, including electronic 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, fixings and accessories
      • 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, strip, cut out, remove, make good, apply, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
      9. preparation and application of surfaces to receive wall and floor tiling and appropriate accessories to given working instructions including:
      • the siting and installation of movement joints
      • the installation of membranes
      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 extinguisher
      • 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)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, work programmes, schedules, job details, method statements, risk assessments, COSHH assessments, manufacturers' information, Codes of Practice and official guidance
      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, portable 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
      ‐ prepare backgrounds including manufactured board surfaces, membranes and gypsum based wall and floor surfaces
      ‐ mix and apply cement and sand renders, and screed and plaster renders
      ‐ mix and apply proprietary material to make good the surfaces
      ‐ install appropriate accessories
      ‐ use waterproof, uncoupling, decoupling and acoustic membranes
      ‐ locate and install movement joints
      ‐ provide information relevant 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 installation requirements necessary to achieve relevant quality standards
      ‐ 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 associated equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with the preparing backgrounds for tiling
      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
      ‐ cement and sand renders, and plaster renders, screeds, sheets and boards, trim, bonding and priming agents, waterproofing systems, membranes and accessories
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare backgrounds for tiling
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      1. Wall and Floor Tiling (Construction)
      2. Heritage Skills (Construction)
    7. Prepare tiles for fixing
      COSVR627 This standard is about preparing and cutting wall and floor tiles, 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 instructions in relation to drawings, specifications,work programmes, schedules, job details, method statements, risk assessments, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessments and manufacturers' information, including electronic 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, fixings and accessories
      • 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 and cut
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
      9. preparation for, and cutting of ceramic and natural stone wall and floor tiles to given working instructions
      • hand operated cutting tools
      • wet cutting
      10. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time allowed 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
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, work programmes, schedules, job details, method statements, risk assessments, COSHH assessments, manufacturers' information, Codes of Practice and official guidance
      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, portable power tools and ancillary 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
      ‐ prepare and cut ceramic, porcelain and natural stone wall and floor tiles
      ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
      ‐ identify and follow the installation requirements necessary to achieve relevant quality standards
      ‐ 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 associated equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with preparing tiles for fixing
      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
      ‐ ceramic and natural stone tiles, accessories
      ‐ fittings and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare tiles for fixing
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Wall and Floor Tiling (Construction)
    8. Produce complex ceramic, mosaic and stone surface finishes
      COSVR143 This standard is about fixing wall and floor tiles to produce complex ceramic designs and surfaces, 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, work programmes, schedules, job details, method statements, risk assessments, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessments and manufacturers' information, including electronic 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, fixings and accessories
      • 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, cut, apply, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
      9. mix and apply materials
      10. fix tiles to complex surfaces, using two types from ceramic, mosaics and natural stone, to given working instructions for:
      • arches, reveals, cills and soffitts (door and/or windows)
      • staircase and landing
      11. fix tiles to complex designs using two types from ceramic, mosaics and natural stone, to given working instruction for:
      • at least two from patterns, motifs, curves and circles
      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 (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      18. Information
      • drawings, specifications, work programmes, schedules, job details, method statements, risk assessments, COSHH assessments, manufacturers' information, Codes of Practice and official guidance
      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 by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      20. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and associated 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
      ‐ prepare, fix and finish wall and floor tiles, ceramic, mosaics and natural stone to various complex surfaces, including staircase and landing (new and repair work)
      ‐ prepare, fix and finish wall and floor tiles, ceramic, mosaics and natural stone to complex designs
      ‐ set out designs with curves, circles, ellipses, obtuse and acute angles
      ‐ form reveals, cills and soffits (door and window openings)
      ‐ fix tiles using cement and sand beds
      ‐ fix profile trims
      ‐ locate and install movement joints
      ‐ 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 installation requirements necessary to achieve relevant quality standards
      ‐ 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 associated equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with producing complex ceramic, mosaic and stone surface finishes
      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
      ‐ wall and floor tiles, mosaics, natural stone, grouts, adhesives, surface treatments, profile trims, movement joints, accessories
      ‐ fittings and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to produce complex ceramic, mosaic and stone surface finishes
      26. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Wall and Floor Tiling (Construction)
    9. Produce complex tiled, mosaic and stone finishes
      cosvr606 This standard is about 1 interpreting information 2 adopting safe and healthy working practices 3 selecting materials, components and equipment 4 preparing and cutting, laying and finishing wall and floor tiles, mosaics and natural stone finishes to regular and irregular spaces and 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 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, cut, apply, finish, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare for and produce finishes to vertical, horizontal, inclined and curved surfaces over broad areas to given working instructions for the following
      • intricate designs involving rake and circular cutting
      • pillars and columns
      • arches and curved structures
      • geometric floors
      • steps, risers and stringers
      • mosaics (glass, marble and ceramic)
      • natural stone finishes
      • external tiling
      • tiles bedded in cement mortar
      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 new and existing wall and floor surfaces prior to applying backgrounds
      ‐ prepare and lay new and traditional backgrounds including lime mortar
      ‐ produce wall and floor tile, mosaics and natural stone slabs to regular and irregular finishes and surfaces for intricate designs, pillars and columns, arches and curved structures, geometric floors, steps, risers and ringers, competition pools, external tiling and tiles embedded in cement mortar
      ‐ produce designs with curves, circles, ellipses, obtuse and acute angles
      ‐ form reveals, cills and soffits
      ‐ fix angle trims and movement joints
      ‐ 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 tiled, mosaic and stone finishes
      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
      ‐ grout, adhesives, surface treatments, trims movement joints, fixings, fittings
      ‐ wall and floor tiles, mosaics and natural stone slabs
      ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce complex tiled, mosaic and stone finishes
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Senior Crafts (Construction)
    10. Produce internal and external sand and cement backgrounds
      COSVR151 This standard is about producing internal and external sand and cement backgrounds by applying one and two-coat renders, 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, work programmes, schedules, job details, method statements, risk assessments, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessments and manufacturers' information, including electronic 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, fixings and accessories
      • 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 measure, set out, mix, apply and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
      9. mix and apply internal and external rendering to given working instructions
      • one-coat work
      • two-coat work
      • internal and external angles
      • walls, reveals, cills and soffits
      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
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, work programme, schedules, job details, method statements, risk assessments, COSHH assessments, manufacturers' information, Codes of Practice and official guidance associated with producing internal and external sand and cement backgrounds
      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, portable 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
      ‐ apply and finish one and two-coat rendering to internal and external solid backgrounds
      ‐ fix expanded metal lath (EML) and stainless steel reinforced mesh and fixings
      ‐ form internal and external angles, reveals, cills, soffits and expansion joints
      ‐ mix render
      ‐ prepare backgrounds
      ‐ provide information relevant 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 installation requirements necessary to achieve quality standards
      ‐ 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, power tools and associated equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with producing internal and external sand and cement backgrounds
      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
      ‐ renders, sands, limes, cement and additives
      ‐ beads and trims
      ‐ expanded metal that (EML)
      ‐ stainless steel reinforced mesh and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to produce internal and external sand and cement backgrounds
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Wall and Floor Tiling (Construction)
    11. Provide drainage for tiled surfaces
      COSVR144 This standard is about positioning and installing drainage channels and outlets to the drainage system for tiled floors, 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, work programmes, schedules, job details, method statements, risk assessments, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessments and manufacturers' information, including electronic 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, fixings and accessories
      • 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, cut, fit, finish, position and secure
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
      9. installation to given working instructions of the following
      • tiled floor surface drainage channels
      • tiled floor surface drainage outlets
      • proprietary drainage system
      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
      ‐ personal protective equipment (PPE)
      ‐ respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      16. Information
      • drawings, specifications, work programmes, schedules, job details, method statements, risk assessments, COSHH assessments, manufacturers' information, Codes of Practice and official guidance
      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, portable 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
      ‐ install tiled floor surface drainage channels and drainage outlets
      ‐ insert and position proprietary drainage systems
      ‐ 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 installation requirements necessary to achieve relevant quality standards
      ‐ 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 associated equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with providing drainage for tiled 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
      ‐ channels, outlets, fixings and fittings
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to provide drainage for tiled surfaces
      24. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      Wall and Floor Tiling (Construction)
    12. Set out complex tiling
      cosvr605 Set out complex tiling 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
      2. confirm its relevance
      3. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry
      4. out your work and maintain safe work practices
      5. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of
      6. Work
      7. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to
      8. the work and surrounding area
      9. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work
      10. efficiently to the required specification
      11. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the
      12. 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 and set out
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
      9. prepare and set out complex tiling over broad areas to given working instructions for the following
      • intricate designs involving rake and circular cutting
      • pillars and columns
      • arches and curved structures
      • geometric floors
      • steps, risers and stringers
      • mosaic (glass, marble and ceramics)
      • external tiling
      • tiles bedded in cement mortar
      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 intricate designs involving rake and circular cutting
      ‐ set out complex tiling for pillars, columns, arches and curved structures
      ‐ set out complex tiling for geometric floors
      ‐ set out complex tiling for steps, risers and stringers
      ‐ set out mosaics (glass, marble and ceramic)
      ‐ set out external tiling and tiles bedded in cement mortar
      ‐ space repetitive elements
      ‐ understand modern and traditional datums
      ‐ 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 complex tiling
      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
      ‐ setting out equipment
      ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to set out complex tiling
      23. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company and operative
      suite
      Senior Crafts (Construction)
    13. Tile wall and floor surfaces
      COSVR142 This standard is about fixing wall and floor tiles to vertical, horizontal and inclined surfaces, 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, work programmes, schedules, job details, method statements, risk assessments, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessments and manufacturers' information, including electronic 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, fixings and accessories
      • 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, cut, remove, apply, position, secure and finish
      8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
      9. mix and apply materials
      10. fix tiles to vertical, horizontal and inclined wall surfaces to given working instructions for
      • wall surfaces
      • reveals, cills and soffits (door and windows)
      • fixture of appropriate accessories
      11. Fix tiles to vertical, horizontal and inclined floor surfaces to given working instructions for
      • floor surfaces
      • floor drainage and outlets
      • treads and risers
      • fixture of appropriate accessories
      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 (RPE)
      ‐ local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
      18. Information
      • drawings, specifications, work programmes, schedules, job details, method statements, risk assessments, COSHH assessments, manufacturers' information, Codes of Practice and official guidance
      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 by manual handling and mechanical lifting
      20. Maintenance
      • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and associated 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
      ‐ fix and finish wall tiles to regular and irregular vertical, horizontal and inclined surfaces
      ‐ fix and finish floor tiles to regular and irregular vertical, horizontal and inclined surfaces, including staircase and landing (new and repair work)
      ‐ form reveals, cills and soffits (door and window openings)
      ‐ form internal and external angles
      ‐ fix channels and form drainage and outlets
      ‐ locate and install movement joints
      ‐ use appropriate accessories
      ‐ 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 installation requirements necessary to achieve relevant quality standards
      ‐ 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 associated equipment
      ‐ work at height
      ‐ use access equipment
      • team work and communication
      • needs of other occupations associated with tiling wall and floor surfaces
      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
      ‐ wall and floor tiles, grouts, adhesives and accessories
      ‐ fittings and fixings
      ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
      • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
      • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to tile wall and floor surfaces
      26. Security procedures
      • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
      suite
      1. Wall and Floor Tiling (Construction)
      2. Building Maintenance Multi-trades Repair and Refurbishment Operations
    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
    8. interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to
    9. confirm its relevance
    10. comply with the given, relevant legislation and official guidance to carry
    11. out your work and maintain safe work practices
    12. select the required quantity and quality of resources for the methods of
    13. Work
    14. comply with organisational procedures to minimise the risk of damage to
    15. the work and surrounding area
    16. comply with the given contract information to carry out the work
    17. efficiently to the required specification
    18. complete the work within the allocated time, in accordance with the
    19. programme of work
    20. 1 interpret the given information relating to the work and resources to confirm its relevance
    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 working 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
    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
    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. maintain a clean work space
    6. disposal of waste in accordance with current legislation
    7. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, remove, fit, finish, position and secure
    8. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    9. install, remove and relocate the following to given working instructions
    • proprietary raised access flooring systems (including fire barriers, ramps, steps, handrails)
    • mouldings
    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 activitiesHazards3 those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidanceHealth and safety control equipment4 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)
    13. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current guidance/regulations associated with installing, removing and relocating raised access flooring systems
    14. 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 and by manual handling and mechanical lifting
    15. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    16. 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 installation quality requirements
    ‐ establish the suitability of the existing substrate
    ‐ check vertical and horizontal datum
    ‐ prepare the background surface (apply sealants, damp course membranes, tanking and bunding)
    ‐ carry out any repairs and modifications
    ‐ identify the location of, and work around, mechanical and electrical services
    ‐ ensure the use of an appropriate fixing regime
    ‐ form openings for grilles and outlet boxes to raised access flooring systems
    ‐ install raised access flooring systems with fire barriers, ramps, steps and handrails
    ‐ remove and reinstall raised access flooring systems with fire barriers, ramps and steps, handrails and re-form openings for grilles and outlet boxes
    ‐ fix plastic and timber skirting
    ‐ install floorcoverings to door wells, ramps, steps and upstands
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    ‐ use access equipment
    • how fire spreads through a building and how to impede it and protect the structure
    • team work and communication11 needs of other occupations associated with the installation, removal and relocation of raised access flooring systems
    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 times14 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 conditionsResources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ flooring system components, skirting, perimeter strips, timber, timber-based sheet material, fire barriers, fixings, fittings
    ‐ adhesives, sealants, floorcoverings
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment17 select correct resources and materials to comply with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install, remove and relocate raised access flooring systems
    20. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company and operative
    21. 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
    22. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, position, level, fit, finish and secure
    23. prepare area and install acoustic flooring to given working instructions relating to the following
    • cradle or support systems
    • perimeter strips
    • overlay(s)
    • underlay(s)
    • quilt insulation
    24. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, method statements, risk assessments, manufacturers' information and current guidance/regulations associated with installing acoustic flooring
    25. 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 and by manual handling and mechanical liftingMaintenance7 operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary equipmentMethods 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 installation quality requirements
    ‐ identify the location of, and work around, mechanical and electrical services
    ‐ assess installation area for level
    ‐ identify sequence of installation with other operations
    ‐ identify substrate type
    ‐ identify vertical and horizontal datum and set out
    ‐ check humidity is within specified limits
    ‐ understand the effects of humidity on acoustic flooring components
    ‐ ensure the use of an appropriate fixing regime
    ‐ lay cradles or support system
    ‐ make adjustments for height and level
    ‐ install quilt insulation
    ‐ install perimeter strips
    ‐ install overlays and underlays
    ‐ use levelling tools and equipment
    ‐ Install acoustic flooring
    • recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ work with, around and in close proximity to plant and machinery
    ‐ use hand tools, portable power tools and equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment9 how fire spreads through a building and how to impede it and protect the structure
    • team work and communication11 needs of other occupations associated with the installation of acoustic flooring
    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
    ‐ cradles or support systems
    ‐ battens
    ‐ quilt insulation
    ‐ overlays, underlays and fixing systems
    ‐ humidity testing equipment
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and equipment17 select correct resources and materials to comply with the specification18 methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to install acoustic flooringSecurity procedures19 site, workplace, company and operative
    29. interpretation of drawings, specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information related to the work to be carried out
    30. 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
    31. minimise damage and maintain a clean work space
    32. disposal of waste in accordance with legislation
    33. demonstration of work skills to measure, record, mark out, set out, cut, apply, finish, position and secure
    34. conserve, restore, maintain and repair existing tiled surfaces on a broad range of work, in keeping with the style/period of the original method, on a minimum of two complex projects
    35. Disposal of waste
    • environmental responsibilities, organisational procedures, manufacturers information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    36. 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
    37. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, method of work, manufacturers technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    38. Information
    • drawings, specifications, schedules, manufacturers' information and regulations governing buildings
    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. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools and/or portable power tools and ancillary equipment
    41. 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 and treat existing wall and floor surfaces prior to applying backgrounds
    ‐ mix and apply modern and traditional bedding and jointing materials
    ‐ conserve, restore, maintain and repair modern and historic wall and floor tiling and mosaics in the style and method of construction of the original
    ‐ obtain templates by measurement and other recording means from original tile profiles to distinguish from later repairs
    ‐ identify appropriate techniques for cleaning wall and floor tiling, including the use of natural materials
    ‐ reinforce historic and modern tiled work
    ‐ consolidate historic wall and floor tiling, including the use of natural materials
    ‐ remove individual wall and floor tiles and re-lay to original positions
    ‐ make suitable records
    ‐ understand 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 wall and floor tiling
    42. personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • occupational use, types, purpose of each type and work situations
    43. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ surface, background, bedding and jointing materials
    ‐ wall and floor tiles, mosaics and natural stone slabs
    ‐ cleaning materials
    ‐ 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 wall and floor tiling
    44. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out, cut, apply, finish, position and secure
    45. prepare for and produce finishes to vertical, horizontal, inclined and curved surfaces over broad areas to given working instructions for the following
    • intricate designs involving rake and circular cutting
    • pillars and columns
    • arches and curved structures
    • geometric floors
    • steps, risers and stringers
    • mosaics (glass, marble and ceramic)
    • natural stone finishes
    • external tiling
    • tiles bedded in cement mortar
    46. 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 new and existing wall and floor surfaces prior to applying backgrounds
    ‐ prepare and lay new and traditional backgrounds including lime mortar
    ‐ produce wall and floor tile, mosaics and natural stone slabs to regular and irregular finishes and surfaces for intricate designs, pillars and columns, arches and curved structures, geometric floors, steps, risers and ringers, competition pools, external tiling and tiles embedded in cement mortar
    ‐ produce designs with curves, circles, ellipses, obtuse and acute angles
    ‐ form reveals, cills and soffits
    ‐ fix angle trims and movement joints
    ‐ 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 tiled, mosaic and stone finishes
    47. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ grout, adhesives, surface treatments, trims movement joints, fixings, fittings
    ‐ wall and floor tiles, mosaics and natural stone slabs
    ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to produce complex tiled, mosaic and stone finishes
    48. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark out and set out
    49. prepare and set out complex tiling over broad areas to given working instructions for the following
    • intricate designs involving rake and circular cutting
    • pillars and columns
    • arches and curved structures
    • geometric floors
    • steps, risers and stringers
    • mosaic (glass, marble and ceramics)
    • external tiling
    • tiles bedded in cement mortar
    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
    ‐ set out intricate designs involving rake and circular cutting
    ‐ set out complex tiling for pillars, columns, arches and curved structures
    ‐ set out complex tiling for geometric floors
    ‐ set out complex tiling for steps, risers and stringers
    ‐ set out mosaics (glass, marble and ceramic)
    ‐ set out external tiling and tiles bedded in cement mortar
    ‐ space repetitive elements
    ‐ understand modern and traditional datums
    ‐ 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 complex tiling
    51. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ setting out equipment
    ‐ hand and/or powered tools and equipment
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method/procedure to set out complex tiling
    52. interpretation of drawings, specifications, work programmes, schedules, job details, method statements, risk assessments, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessments and manufacturers' information, including electronic information, related to the work to be carried out
    53. 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
    54. selection of resources associated with own work
    • materials, components, fixings and accessories
    • tools and equipment
    55. maintain a clear and tidy work space
    56. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, cut, apply, finish, position and secure
    57. use and maintain hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
    58. position and secure electrical under tile heating systems to horizontal surfaces to given working instructions
    59. lay tile finish to under tile heating systems to given working instructions
    60. Fire extinguishers
    • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
    61. Hazards
    • those identified by risk assessment, methods of work, manufacturers' technical information, statutory regulations and official guidance
    62. 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)
    63. Information
    • drawings, specifications, work programme, schedules, job details, method statements, risk assessments, COSHH assessments, manufacturers' information, Codes of Practice and and official guidance
    64. 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
    65. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
    66. 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
    ‐ position and secure electrical under tile heating systems
    ‐ confirm commission procedures for floor heating systems
    ‐ locate and provide movement joints
    ‐ lay tiles over under tile heating systems
    ‐ lay tiles over under floor heating systems
    ‐ 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 installation requirements necessary to achieve quality standards
    ‐ 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 associated equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with laying under-tile heating systems and tile surfaces
    67. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ electric under tile heating systems
    ‐ under floor heating systems
    ‐ floor tiles, grouts, adhesives, floor screeds, levelling compounds, profile trims, movement joints and accessories
    ‐ fittings and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to lay under-tile heating systems and tile surfaces
    68. Security procedures
    • site, workplace, company, operative and vehicles
    69. interpretation of instructions in relation to drawings, specifications, work programmes, schedules, job details, method statements, risk assessments, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessments and manufacturers' information, including electronic information, related to the work to be carried out
    70. demonstration of work skills to gauge and mix
    71. preparation and application of tiling materials to new and/or existing surfaces (to receive ceramic and natural stone wall and floor tiling) to given work instructions
    72. completion of own work within the estimated, allocated time allowed to meet the needs of other occupations and/or client
    73. Information
    • drawings, specifications, work programmes, schedules, job details, method statements, risk assessments, COSHH assessments, manufacturers' information, Codes of Practice and official guidance
    74. 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 suitability of backgrounds prior to preparation and application
    ‐ prepare and apply adhesives and grouts, primers and ancillary products
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ identify and follow the installation requirements necessary to achieve relevant quality standards
    ‐ 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 associated equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with preparing and applying tiling materials
    75. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ adhesives, grouts and accessories 162 fittings and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare and apply tiling materials
    76. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, strip, cut out, remove, make good, apply, position, secure and finish
    77. preparation and application of surfaces to receive wall and floor tiling and appropriate accessories to given working instructions including:
    • the siting and installation of movement joints
    • the installation of membranes
    78. Fire extinguisher
    • water, CO2, foam, powder and their uses
    79. 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
    ‐ prepare backgrounds including manufactured board surfaces, membranes and gypsum based wall and floor surfaces
    ‐ mix and apply cement and sand renders, and screed and plaster renders
    ‐ mix and apply proprietary material to make good the surfaces
    ‐ install appropriate accessories
    ‐ use waterproof, uncoupling, decoupling and acoustic membranes
    ‐ locate and install movement joints
    ‐ provide information relevant 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 installation requirements necessary to achieve relevant quality standards
    ‐ 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 associated equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with the preparing backgrounds for tiling
    80. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ cement and sand renders, and plaster renders, screeds, sheets and boards, trim, bonding and priming agents, waterproofing systems, membranes and accessories
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare backgrounds for tiling
    81. interpretation of instructions in relation to drawings, specifications,work programmes, schedules, job details, method statements, risk assessments, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) assessments and manufacturers' information, including electronic information, related to the work to be carried out
    82. demonstration of work skills to measure, mark and cut
    83. preparation for, and cutting of ceramic and natural stone wall and floor tiles to given working instructions
    • hand operated cutting tools
    • wet cutting
    84. Maintenance
    • operative care of hand tools, portable power tools and ancillary associated equipment
    85. 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
    ‐ prepare and cut ceramic, porcelain and natural stone wall and floor tiles
    ‐ recognise and determine when specialist skills and knowledge are required and report accordingly
    ‐ identify and follow the installation requirements necessary to achieve relevant quality standards
    ‐ 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 associated equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with preparing tiles for fixing
    86. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ ceramic and natural stone tiles, accessories
    ‐ fittings and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to prepare tiles for fixing
    87. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, cut, apply, position, secure and finish
    88. mix and apply materials
    89. fix tiles to complex surfaces, using two types from ceramic, mosaics and natural stone, to given working instructions for:
    • arches, reveals, cills and soffitts (door and/or windows)
    • staircase and landing
    90. fix tiles to complex designs using two types from ceramic, mosaics and natural stone, to given working instruction for:
    • at least two from patterns, motifs, curves and circles
    91. 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
    ‐ prepare, fix and finish wall and floor tiles, ceramic, mosaics and natural stone to various complex surfaces, including staircase and landing (new and repair work)
    ‐ prepare, fix and finish wall and floor tiles, ceramic, mosaics and natural stone to complex designs
    ‐ set out designs with curves, circles, ellipses, obtuse and acute angles
    ‐ form reveals, cills and soffits (door and window openings)
    ‐ fix tiles using cement and sand beds
    ‐ fix profile trims
    ‐ locate and install movement joints
    ‐ 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 installation requirements necessary to achieve relevant quality standards
    ‐ 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 associated equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with producing complex ceramic, mosaic and stone surface finishes
    92. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ wall and floor tiles, mosaics, natural stone, grouts, adhesives, surface treatments, profile trims, movement joints, accessories
    ‐ fittings and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to produce complex ceramic, mosaic and stone surface finishes
    93. demonstration of work skills measure, set out, mix, apply and finish
    94. mix and apply internal and external rendering to given working instructions
    • one-coat work
    • two-coat work
    • internal and external angles
    • walls, reveals, cills and soffits
    95. Information
    • drawings, specifications, work programme, schedules, job details, method statements, risk assessments, COSHH assessments, manufacturers' information, Codes of Practice and official guidance associated with producing internal and external sand and cement backgrounds
    96. 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
    ‐ apply and finish one and two-coat rendering to internal and external solid backgrounds
    ‐ fix expanded metal lath (EML) and stainless steel reinforced mesh and fixings
    ‐ form internal and external angles, reveals, cills, soffits and expansion joints
    ‐ mix render
    ‐ prepare backgrounds
    ‐ provide information relevant 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 installation requirements necessary to achieve quality standards
    ‐ 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, power tools and associated equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with producing internal and external sand and cement backgrounds
    97. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ renders, sands, limes, cement and additives
    ‐ beads and trims
    ‐ expanded metal that (EML)
    ‐ stainless steel reinforced mesh and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to produce internal and external sand and cement backgrounds
    98. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, cut, fit, finish, position and secure
    99. installation to given working instructions of the following
    • tiled floor surface drainage channels
    • tiled floor surface drainage outlets
    • proprietary drainage system
    100. 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 tiled floor surface drainage channels and drainage outlets
    ‐ insert and position proprietary drainage systems
    ‐ 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 installation requirements necessary to achieve relevant quality standards
    ‐ 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 associated equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with providing drainage for tiled surfaces
    101. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ channels, outlets, fixings and fittings
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to provide drainage for tiled surfaces
    102. demonstration of work skills to measure, set out, cut, remove, apply, position, secure and finish
    103. fix tiles to vertical, horizontal and inclined wall surfaces to given working instructions for
    • wall surfaces
    • reveals, cills and soffits (door and windows)
    • fixture of appropriate accessories
    104. Fix tiles to vertical, horizontal and inclined floor surfaces to given working instructions for
    • floor surfaces
    • floor drainage and outlets
    • treads and risers
    • fixture of appropriate accessories
    105. 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
    ‐ fix and finish wall tiles to regular and irregular vertical, horizontal and inclined surfaces
    ‐ fix and finish floor tiles to regular and irregular vertical, horizontal and inclined surfaces, including staircase and landing (new and repair work)
    ‐ form reveals, cills and soffits (door and window openings)
    ‐ form internal and external angles
    ‐ fix channels and form drainage and outlets
    ‐ locate and install movement joints
    ‐ use appropriate accessories
    ‐ 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 installation requirements necessary to achieve relevant quality standards
    ‐ 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 associated equipment
    ‐ work at height
    ‐ use access equipment
    • team work and communication
    • needs of other occupations associated with tiling wall and floor surfaces
    106. Resources
    • materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality, sizes and the sustainability of standard and/or specialist
    ‐ wall and floor tiles, grouts, adhesives and accessories
    ‐ fittings and fixings
    ‐ hand tools, portable power tools and associated equipment
    • confirm resources and materials conform with the specification
    • methods of calculating quantity, length, area and wastage associated with the method and procedure to tile wall and floor surfaces
  11. Wood 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
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