GQA
Level 2
QN: 603/4873/2
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GQA Level 2 Award for Fenestration Installation -Competency Update Version 2
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by GQA. Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 77 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
GQA
Syllabus Units
3 Units
Guided Hours
77 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Knowledge of Building Regulations in the Installation of Windows and Doors
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know why Building Regulations exist ,where they apply and how to keep up to date with information
- Know who can carry out inspections on completed installations
- Know how Structural safety and integrity is covered in the Building Regulations
- Know how Fire Safety is covered in the Building Regulations
- Know how Resistance to contaminants and moisture is covered in the Building Regulations
- Know how Ventilation is covered in the Building Regulations
- Know how Conservation of Fuel and Power is covered in the Building Regulations
- Know how access to, and use of buildings is covered in the Building Regulations
- Know how Safety Glazing and Protection from falling is covered in the Building Regulations
2
Requirements for Window and Door Installation -Competency update
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to remove and install windows and doors in accordance with job specifications safe working practices and Building Regulations
- Be able to install glass and/or panels in accordance with job specifications, following safe working practices and Building Regulations
- Understand the current Health and Safety requirements within the Fenestration installation working environment
- Understand the current products, processes, materials, legislation and Industry Codes of Practice in the Fenestration installation working environment
3
Understanding the Building Regulations in the Fenestration Industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand why Building Regulations exist, and where they apply.
- Know the main parts of Building Regulations that affect the Fenestration Industry
- Know who can carry out inspection of work covered by the Building Regulations and who is responsible for ensuring the inspection takes place
- Know the implications of a failed inspection.
- Understand the aims of part L(Conservation of Fuel and Power) of the Building Regulations regarding U value requirements for Fenestration installation
- Know the name and range of the UK's national system used for rating the energy efficiency of windows and the minimum energy rating band acceptable in the Building Regulations.
- Know the optimum space for heat retention between 2 panes of glass in a double glazed unit
- Know the types of glazing units other than “traditional” double glazed units that can help meet the requirements of Part L of the Building Regulations and the benefits of the different types
- Know the advantages of using types of glazing that minimise heat loss.
- Understand what is meant by safety glazing.
- Understand when safety glazing must be used
- Know the exceptions to the use of safety glazing and the minimum thickness acceptable for the exceptions
- Know the requirements for visible glass markings
- Know the common problems that can occur when taking delivery of glass and how to minimise the impact of these problems
- Know the types of windows and doors that part A (Structure) of the Building Regulations applies to
- Understand when Lintels should be used
- Understand the process to be followed with Bay Window replacement
- Understand when and why to ensure any defects in the structure should be addressed before the installation commences
- Know what bearing plates are and when they should be used
- Understand the problems that can occur in bay window removal and replacement and how to overcome them
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/4873/2
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- GQA
- Qualification Type
- Occupational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2019