NVQ in Passive Fire Protection (Level 2)

Course Overview

This qualification is designed to allow individuals in the construction industry to prove that they have the level and range of knowledge and skills required to carry out the installation of passive fire protection solutions.

  • Entry Requirements

    None

  • Summary of Outcomes

    Successful delegates will gain the opportunity to progress onto a level 3 NVQ in Occupational Work Supervision. Additionally, successful delegates will gain increased employment prospects in a number of roles including: Fire Stopping Technician, Fire Protection Installer, Site Supervisor, Fire Safety Consultant, Construction Worker specializing in Fire Protection, Building Inspector, Training Instructor.

  • Course Modules

    Mandatory Units:
    - Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare
    - Moving, Handling and Storing Resources
    - Conforming to Productive Working Practices

    Optional Units (Minimum of 2 required):
    - Installing dry cladding to protect structural steel
    - Applying thin film reactive coatings
    - Installing fire-resisting ductwork systems
    - Installing fire-stopping and penetration seals
    - Installing flexible (non-mechanical) cavity barriers
    - Erecting fire-resisting walls and wall linings
    - Erecting fire-resisting ceiling systems
    - Applying non-reactive spray coatings
    - Installing fire-resisting timber door assemblies and door-sets

  • Method of Assessment

    - Observation in the Workplace
    - Portfolio of Evidence

Location

Locations across wales or in-house at your business

Course length

1 year

Fee

£0 – funding available, subject to eligibility

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