MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS

The course covers the understanding and application of the following:

• Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace
• Use of PPE on a daily basis and when special PPE is required
• Workplace safety legislation and who is responsible
• Manual handling
• Security and emergency procedures
• Various ways of communication at work
• Delivering reliable customer service

Course Content:

• Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Maintenance Operations (Construction) QCF
• Level 1 Functional Skills in English and Maths at Level 1 – (exemption if you hold GCSE grade 3 or above)

Options available to fit with a wide range of work types:

• Erecting and dismantling work platforms
• Establishing work area protection
• Clearing the work site and handing over on completion
• Hanging standard wall coverings
• Preparation of background wall surfaces for different types of decoration
• Application of different paint systems
• Installing drainage
• Tiling (wall and floor)
• Floor screeds and basic floor coverings
• Non-structural carpentry
• Gate post and fencing work
• Window and door glazing

Length of Programme:

• 2 years