Retrofit

Retrofit Pre Installation Building Inspection

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Site Inspection – Construction

The Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Site Inspection – Construction will develop knowledge and skills in areas such as: Monitoring projects in the workplace, inspecting and reporting on the condition of property in the workplace, plan and monitor maintenance programmes as well as developing and maintaining working relationships.

The qualification is at Level 3, although some units may be at different levels. The qualification has been developed in a way to allow employees from companies of all sizes and specialisms equal opportunity to complete.

Are you prepared for the evolving requirements of PAS 2030:2023? As part of these updated standards, Retrofit Installers are now mandated to showcase evidence of competence, specifically through a NVQ Diploma in Site Inspection, integral to fulfilling the Pre-installation Building Inspection (PIBI) criteria.

 

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Course Details

Course Type: On-Site

Level: 3

Duration: 10 Weeks +

Location: National

Category: Retrofit

PAS 2030:2023 Requirements

Are you prepared for the evolving requirements of PAS 2030:2023? As part of these updated standards, Retrofit Installers are now mandated to showcase evidence of competence, specifically through a NVQ Diploma in Site Inspection, integral to fulfilling the Pre-installation Building Inspection (PIBI) criteria.

Let us break it down for you:

What does PIBI involve? Before any installation commences, a thorough Pre-installation Building Inspection is required. This inspection serves to validate the completeness and adherence of the retrofit design to PAS standards, ensuring it aligns with statutory requirements and industry best practices.

Inspector Competence Requirements: In accordance with PAS 2030:2023, the competence of inspectors undertaking pre-installation building inspections, especially for external wall insulation installations, is paramount. Only inspectors meeting the strict competence standards outlined in Table B.4, Section B4.3, are eligible for engagement by Retrofit Installers.

Key Takeaway: Yes, you guessed it right! The Technical Inspector must obtain an NVQ in the relevant Pathway in Building Inspection, complementing their existing DEA and Retrofit Qualification.

Operative Selection and Training: Under Section 6.5, rigorous procedures must be established to ensure the vocational competence of all skilled workforce involved in installation work. This includes periodic assessments and provision of appropriate training to maintain competence levels.

The Importance of Vocational Competence: Holding a regulated and industry-approved vocational qualification is non-negotiable. It demonstrates the ability to deliver required outcomes through practical application of knowledge and skills in a workplace environment.

Execution of Pre-installation Building Inspection: Lastly, the Retrofit Installer must conduct the pre-installation inspection meticulously, adhering to the installation method statement prepared under Section 6.1. This inspection demands the involvement of vocationally competent individuals, as specified in the relevant measure-specific annex of PAS 2030:2023.

Are you ready to lead the charge towards compliance excellence?

To undertake any NVQ you will need to have prior knowledge of the chosen qualification you are looking to achieve. NetRet group has a rough guidance to eligibility, but this can change depending on the individual basis.

  • Candidates must have experience in their chosen area of skill.
  • Candidates must have basic level of literacy.
  • Candidates must be in some form of employment or have access to an observable working situation.
  • Basic IT skills may be required but is not essential.

We use a QuickBooks system with credit card and PayPal options for payment. If you need the invoice to go to a specific individual or department, please let us know and we will make sure our system has the correct information.

Upon Payment

  • You will receive an email giving you access to your employer Dashboard to check everyone’s progress.
  • Each operative will receive an email giving them access to their NVQ dashboard.
  • The assessor will call within 2 working days to carry out a general NVQ induction and arrange a Professional Discussion.
  • Assessor will provide each operative with their assigned tasks.

You and/or your operatives will be enrolled onto an online system you can view at any time to check progression. Using our specialist portal you can communicate with us directly about anything they are not sure about.

Some of the benefits

  • Check Progress
  • Upload Work
  • Communicate with us
  • Get Direct Feedback
  • Join the Forum

Your Assessor/Tutor will talk you through system before you start and you can contact us if ever you need help.

Qualification Structure

Mandatory Units

  • Monitoring Projects in the Workplace
  • Monitoring Health & Safety systems and responsibilities in the workplace
  • Preparing documentation for handover and obtaining project feedback in the workplace
  • Preparing and organising site inspection information in the workplace
  • Practicing in a professional and ethical manner in the workplace

Pathways

Pathway 1 – Construction - Pathway mandatory units (Recommended for Retrofit)

  • Monitoring dimensional accuracy in the workplace
  • Inspecting and reporting on the condition of property in the workplace

Pathway 1 – Construction - Pathway optional units (select 1)

  • Plan and monitor maintenance programmes
  • Develop and maintain professional working relationships
  • Monitor and solve Customer Service problems

Pathway 2 - Civil Engineering Pathway mandatory units

  • Monitoring dimensional accuracy in the workplace
  • Monitoring and recording tests in the workplace

Pathway 2 - Civil Engineering Pathway optional units (select 1)

  • Monitor the installation and commissioning of engineering systems
  • Plan and monitor maintenance programmes
  • Develop and maintain professional working relationships
  • Inspecting and reporting on the condition of property in the workplace
  • Monitor and solve Customer Service problems

Pathway 3 - Building Services Pathway mandatory units

  • Monitor the installation and commissioning of engineering systems
  • Inspecting and reporting on the condition of property in the workplace

Pathway 3 - Building Services Pathway optional units (select 1)

  • Monitoring and recording tests in the workplace
  • Plan and monitor maintenance programmes
  • Develop and maintain professional working relationships
  • Monitor and solve Customer Service problems

NVQ Cost per Person

£1,575 + VAT

If you are a CITB Member you can claim back £600 once you have achieved your qualification. (As of May 2018, you do not have to be a levy payer to receive you training grants. Have a look to see if you qualify)

Use this link to apply for the CITB NVQ Achievement Grant https://www.citb.co.uk/levy-grants-and-funding/grants-funding/qualification-grants/short-period-less-than-1yr-and-vq-grants/

If you’re studying a Level 3 qualification, you might be eligible for an ‘Adult Education Budget’ grant instead of an Advanced Learner Loan. If you get a grant, you do not need to repay it. Ask your college or training provider about grants before you apply for a loan.

Advanced Learner Loan: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Delivery Time

Our NVQs can be carried on site or remotely and have minimal impact to your operative’s working day, but on rare occasions we can also deliver the NVQ in a surrounding that might be best for the candidate.

You do not need to attend a classroom as this is not a course. You will be assessed based upon your current knowledge, any questions and professional discussions can be done at your own time.

We always put a minimum 10-week achievement rule on our NVQs for quality purposes, however you can work with your assessor to gain achievement quicker if needed.

Our assessment team can assess anywhere in the UK, and we will work with both the employer and the candidate to make sure we get the best outcome when we carry out the assessment.

In some cases you might require your NVQ urgently, we offer a fast track option for such cases.

How it works:

We will priorities you to a specialist assessor who will allocate you to the top of the list. You will be priority at the start of each day, we don't allocate more that 4 fast tracks to each assessor per case load.

Stage 1 - Initial Contact – Please allow 2 weeks

  1. We will confirm NVQ booking with client
  2. We will pass candidates details onto assigned assessor
  3. Assessor carries out skills check with candidate (please allow 2-3 days)
  4. Client makes payment to NetRet (as agreed on invoice)

Stage 2 - Induction Stage – Please allow 2 weeks

  1. Assessors carries out induction to NVQ with candidate (can be done over the phone)
  2. Assessor will agree an estimated end date for your NVQ
  3. We will register candidate onto awarding body system
  4. We will send client & candidate confirmation of induction and enrolment

Stage 3 - Assessment Stage – You and the assessor will agree an estimated end date

  1. Assessor keeps in contact with candidate throughout NVQ and coordinates observation
  2. We will inform client of observation date
  3. Assessor carries out observation on candidate
  4. For higher NVQ levels this will be repeated until achievement

Stage 4 – Completion Stage – Please allow 2 weeks

  1. Candidate achieves NVQ
  2. We will inform client of candidate’s achievement
  3. Assessor submits file for IQA/EQA process
  4. We order candidates’ certificate
  5. We will send certificate to client/candidate (please note that certificates will not be issued
    until outstanding payment are paid)

Benefits

Qualifications with NetRet Group

  • Fully Accredited and NVQs
  • Direct Certificate Claims (Quicker Turnaround)
  • Industry Recognised Assessors and Trainers
  • On Line Support
  • Dedicated Assessor & Advisor
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