Site Logistics

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Site Logistics Operations (Construction)

Ofqual code: 610/0396/7

Minimum total qualification time: 420 hours

The NVQ Diploma in Site Logistic Operation (Construction) Level 2 qualification aims to recognise the knowledge, skills and competence demonstrated by an individual in the workplace and provides the opportunity for individuals whose responsibilities involve the management of vehicular traffic on construction sites, establishing work area protection and slinging and signalling the movement of loads to demonstrate their competence.

This qualification covers the following areas.

• general health, safety and welfare in the workplace
• preparing and operating specialised power tools and equipment in the workplace
• conforming to productive working practices in the workplace
• moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace

Rationale and purpose of this qualification

This qualification recognises the learner’s skills, knowledge and understanding and demonstrates their competence in a real workplace environment so that they can work in the site logistics operations sector within the construction industry.

Learners who achieve this qualification can use it to gain employment, to progress in the industry, or to work towards another qualification (see Progression).

Objectives

The qualification is designed to meet the following objectives:

• supporting a role in the workplace
• confirming knowledge, understanding and skills
• enabling professional membership
• providing access to a relevant card scheme
• enabling learners to gain the relevant licence to practise