Steel Erector NVQ Course - Certification | BTAQ

Steel erector NVQ: What You Will Learn

PRACTICAL PART: The assessment process consists in 2 - 3 site visits performed by one of our assessors at your place to perform direct observation as well as collect workplace evidences that will cover the criteria of the qualification. This could include - but not limited to - method statements and risk assessments. lift plans, permits of work, installation drawings, specifications for materials or tools used, pre-use inspections; any kind of similar document can somehow be used by the assessor in documenting your competence.

THEORETICAL PART: The assessment will include a section of the evaluation of the job knowledge. This can be completed either in writing - by answering the standard questionnaire (approx 45 questions) - or by having a recorded conversation with the assessor on topics such as planning of the works, works implied by the erection process, lifting, quality checks as well as general H&S

Steel erector NVQ: Certification

A RQF nationally as well as internationally recognised qualification valid for life

Steel erector NVQ: Course content

The mandatory units of this qualification are:

✓ K/602/6329 - Contribute to effective working relationships in steel erection
✓ K/602/6332 - Work safely and minimise risk in steel erection
✓ M/602/6333 - Identify and deal with hazards and emergencies in steel erection
✓ T/602/6334 - Move structural steel sections under supervision
✓ A/602/6335 - Install structural steelwork components
✓ J/602/6337 - Work safely at height on steel structures
✓ L/602/6338 - Assemble bolted joints in structural steelwork

Steel erector NVQ: Who is this for?

This qualification is for those who are working as experienced steel erectors or junior positions planning to progress to a senior role. The certification of the competence would help in getting further work and acquire an experienced worker CSCS card through either of the official recognised industry schemes

Steel erector NVQ: Duration

There is no official indication on how long the assessment process should take - there is a certain number of GUIDED learning hours to be found in the qualification specification of the awarding body – please see PDF document.

Typically, the assessment process takes 2 – 3 months, after which the assessor should be in the position to finalise the observation report and close out the coverage of all criteria. This along with the IQA and potential EQA process for the issuing of the diploma should not exceed an additional period of 2 – 3 weeks.

Steel erector NVQ: What will I get?

We will provide a pleasant learning experience which will keep you engaged by blending practical activities with the refreshing of your knowledge related to health and safety compliance. Successful completion of the Steel erector NVQ course will award an industry - recognised certification which will deem you as competent in health and safety area of the site supervision level.

Steel erector NVQ: Price

£750 + VAT in instalments that can be agreed upon enrolment

Steel erector NVQ: Certification: Validity

The NVQ diploma / Steel erector NVQ is valid for life.

Steel erector NVQ: Requirements

Students for Steel erector NVQ must be 16+ and bring along valid ID (Passport, Driving license or ID card) along with National Insurance and Proof of Address.

You must also have a good understanding of spoken and written English.

Steel erector NVQ: Packages

Corporate packages are available - embedding SSSTS course with NVQ level 3 or 4 as well as other industry relevant qualifications - providing significant discounts as well as similar advantages.
Contact us (office@btaq.co.uk) for prices and discounts.