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Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Formwork (Construction)
It’s an ideal programme for those already employed as a formwork carpenter, shuttering carpenter, or in a similar role. It also makes you eligible for a CSCS blue card.
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About Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Formwork
The Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Formwork is a great fit for individuals with prior experience in assembling, installing, and dismantling formwork. This nationally recognised qualification significantly increases your job prospects, setting you apart from other candidates in the field. The diploma could be a worthwhile investment for your future if you intend to advance your career in the construction space.
The qualification entails an on-site assessment process designed to evaluate your ability to apply your learning and understanding in your workplace. Successfully completing the qualification, combined with holding a valid CITB Health and Safety certificate, can earn you a CSCS Blue Skilled Workers Card, which is a valuable asset within the UK construction sector.
The qualification offers you the flexibility to choose one of two specialised pathways: formwork carpenter or formwork erector and striker. Regardless of which pathway you select, both will require you to successfully complete five mandatory units. These units are structured to ensure that you have a thorough understanding of the necessary tools to safely and effectively identify and select appropriate formwork systems, interpret design specifications and plans, and manage the hazards associated with formwork fabrication.
Pathways
This qualification offers two distinct pathways, allowing you to choose the one that best suits your interests and career goals:
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Formwork Carpenter
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Formwork erector and striker.
Both pathways will teach you essential safety practices and standard procedures for handling resources. Furthermore, this programme will equip you with practical skills in assembling and dismantling timber formwork. By learning these techniques, you'll be able to confidently tackle a range of projects and work effectively within a team. Whether you're constructing temporary structures or permanent foundations, these skills will prove invaluable throughout your career.
Entry Requirements
Before signing up for this qualification, it's important that you have some prior experience in formwork. This will come in handy when you're providing evidence of meeting the learning outcomes of your chosen pathway. Even if you're planning to take up a relevant role in the near future, you can still sign up for the qualification. Just have a chat with your assessor and create a plan that works for both of you.
You don't need any formal academic background to enrol on this qualification. As long as you can show that you've worked on formwork tasks and met the learning outcomes of the qualification, you're good to go. So don't worry if you don't have a fancy degree, as long as you have the relevant experience and knowledge, you can enrol and start learning.
Duration
This qualification is self-paced, which means that it's entirely up to you to gather the evidence needed to meet the assessment criteria. Typically, it takes around 6-8 weeks to complete the diploma, but you can work at your own pace. Moreover, you can aim to finish it sooner if you're feeling motivated and ready to pursue a career in formwork. Remember, the sooner you complete the requirements, the sooner you'll be on your way to achieving your goals.
Assessment
This qualification is assessed practically at your workplace. You won't have to worry about any extra examination activities or taking time out of your work schedule to attend exams. Instead, a qualified assessor will be assigned to you. During the assessment process, the assessor will evaluate your performance based on a set of criteria to determine if you meet the learning outcomes of the qualification. This means that you'll need to demonstrate your understanding of the responsibilities of a formwork, as well as your ability to apply your knowledge and skills to perform tasks safely and effectively.
You will have to provide portfolio of evidence in one of the following forms to support your assessment:
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Assignments/projects/reports
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Worksheets
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Portfolio of evidence
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Record of oral and/or written questioning
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Candidate test papers
Who Should Do This Course?
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Individuals who wish to gain a CSCS Blue Skilled Workers Card
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Individuals who are already employed in the formwork industry as carpenters, erectors, or strikers and wish to enhance their skills and knowledge.
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Construction workers who are interested in pursuing a career as a formwork carpenter or erector.
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What you will learn
- Fabricate and maintain timber formwork systems, including panels, make-ups, box-outs, stop ends, and bolt boxes
- Erect and strike formwork for walls, columns, beams, soffits, bases, kickers, stop ends and precast units
- Methods of communicating with line management, colleagues and customers
- Manage resources effectively at the workplace
- Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace
- Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace
- Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace
Course content
This unit focuses on equipping learners with knowledge and understanding of general health, safety, and welfare practices in the workplace. Upon completion of this unit, learners will be able to comprehend the importance of maintaining a safe and healthy work environment. They will understand their responsibilities in adhering to relevant health and safety regulations, identifying potential hazards, and taking appropriate measures to prevent accidents or injuries.
This unit aims to develop learners' understanding of productive working practices within a workplace setting. After completing this unit, learners will be able to comprehend the significance of effective time management, efficient use of resources, and maintaining good working relationships with colleagues.
This unit focuses on providing learners with the expertise required for safely moving, handling, and storing resources within a workplace. Upon completion of this unit, learners will understand the principles of manual handling, including proper lifting techniques, assessing loads, and using appropriate equipment to minimise the risk of injury.
* An assessor will work with you to help you select a suitable pathway.
Pathway 1 - Formwork Carpenter:
This pathway equips you with the necessary expertise to construct and install formwork systems, which are essential for shaping and supporting concrete structures during the construction process. Through a combination of theoretical instruction and hands-on training, you will learn how to interpret technical drawings, measure and cut timber, assemble formwork components, and install them securely.
Pathway 2 - Formwork Erector and Striker:
The Formwork Erector and Striker pathway is designed for individuals aspiring to specialise in the critical roles of formwork erection and striking in the industry. Throughout this pathway, you will acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to efficiently assemble, dismantle, and remove formwork systems, ensuring the smooth progress of construction projects. This pathway will also familiarise you with the usage of specialized tools and equipment, emphasising safety practices and techniques for efficient formwork removal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This is a national vocational qualification that covers 5 mandatory units from either of the two pathways. You’ll learn important safety protocols for construction sites and get hands-on training in formwork.
To qualify for this certification, you'll need to successfully complete all five units from either of the two pathways. Once you've finished the programme, you'll be eligible to take the CITB Health and Safety test. If you already hold a health and safety certificate, you don’t need to take the test. However, it must have been issued within the last two years in order to meet CITB requirements.
Providing evidence in a timely manner is important to completing the qualification quickly, but keep in mind that it usually takes around 6-8 weeks to finish. The good news is that you can work at your own pace and submit evidence as you go. So you have the flexibility to move faster or slower depending on your schedule and other commitments.