GQA
Level 2
QN: 603/1266/X
Curriculum Active
GQA Level 2 NVQ Certificate for Glass Related Occupations
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by GQA. Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 475 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
GQA
Syllabus Units
20 Units
Guided Hours
475 hrs
Instant access to interactive lessons, quizzes, and spaced revision.
Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Application of Graphics or Window Film
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to select the tools / equipment and materials to be able to apply the graphic / window film to comply with the specification.2. Be able prepare the surface ready to apply the graphic/window film
- Be able to apply the window / graphic film according to the specification the work being carried out
- Be able to check that the completed work meets the agreed specification
- Be able to clear up working area and remove all unwanted materials from site
2
Carry out site surveys for Glass Related Activities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the type of information that needs to be obtained from and given to the customer in relation to the work being carried out
- Know how to identify any potential problems with the location where the work is to be carried out and how to overcome them
- Know how to ensure the potential work can be carried out to meet customer requirements, codes of practice, regulations and organisational requirements
- Know what measurements, tolerances, location conditions and other information needs to be obtained and recorded.
- Know how to identify any potential problems with the features of the building which can influence how measurements are taken
- Be able to carry out the site survey and record all relevant information
- Be able to provide the customer with the information they require
- Know what happens with the information obtained during the site survey
- Be able to ensure the information obtained is processed and shared according to organisational procedures
3
Carrying out window or door maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to identify the location where the remedial or maintenance work is to be carried out
- Be able to identify the type of remedial window or door maintenance that may need to be carried out
- Be able to carry out the remedial or maintenance work on a window or door
- Be able to check the completed work meets the required specification
- Be able to clear up the work area on completion and store unused components
4
Communicating with customers and others in the working environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know who to contact to ensure the work can be completed on time
- Know what information to exchange with customers and others relating to the work being carried out and why this is important.
- Be able to share accurate information with customers and others who may be involved in the work.4.
- Know why good working relationships with customers and other people involved in the work are important and how barriers to this can be overcome.
- Be able to communicate with customers and/or others to promote a good working environment
5
Glass Splashbacks/ Panels Installation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to select the tools, equipment and materials to be able to install the glass panel or splashback to comply with the specification.2.
- Be able to prepare the surface ready to receive the glass splashback in accordance with the specification
- Be able to install the glass panel or splashback in accordance with the specification
- Be able to check that the completed work meets the agreed specification
- Be able to clear up working area and remove all unwanted materials
6
Health and Safety within the working environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know which, health and safety acts, regulations and guidelines apply to the working environment.
- Know what is covered during a site induction
- Know how to carry out a visual health and safety risk assessment in the working environment
- Be able to identify hazards and assess risks in the working environment.
- Know how to adopt safe working practices.6.
- Be able to adopt and adhere to safe working practices.7.
- Know how to keep others away from the working area.8.
- Be able to isolate the work area
7
Identify and confirm the requirements for work being carried out
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to identify and confirm the specifications required to complete the work
- Be able to ensure that the job specification can be carried out on site
- Know how to establish and check the type, location, and features of the work site
- Be able to check the condition of the location of the work being carried out
- Know how to check materials and components used to ensure they meet the specification for the task being carried out
- Be able to examine the materials and components to ensure they meet the specification of the task being carried out.7.
- Know how to overcome problems in the confirmation of task requirements.
8
In situ glass surface restoration
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to identify and confirm the specification for the restoration of the damaged glass.
- Be able to identify the damage on the glass surface and the correct process to use to restore it.
- Be able to prepare and isolate the work area correctly according to set procedures.
- Know the methods and equipment used in glass surface restoration.
- Be able to prepare the glass surface prior to starting restoration process.
- Know how to carry out the glass restoration process.
- Be able to carry out glass surface restoration process.
- Know the types of problems that can occur in the glass surface restoration process.
- Know how to clear up work area on completion of work.
- Be able to clear up work area on completion of process.
- Be able to record information on the completed glass surface restoration process .
9
Installation of overhead Modular Glazing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to select and identify tools and equipment required to carry out the work to meet specification and following safe working practices
- Be able to identify and use access equipment in accordance with legislation and following safe working practices
- Be able to prepare the aperture/kerb for the installation of Modular glazed systems
- Be able to prepare and position Modular glazed systems to meet the specification
- Be able to install and secure Modular glazed systems to meet the specification
- Be able to complete the installation to meet the specification
10
Installation of Secondary Glazing systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare the aperture/reveal for the installation of secondary glazed systems in accordance with safe working practices
- Be able to prepare, position and install secondary glazed systems to meet the specification
- Be able to complete the installation to meet the specification
11
Installing window control systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to select the tools and components to be able to install the window control systems to comply with the specification
- Be able to identify the suitable location to fix the window control systems
- Be able to install the window control systems in accordance with the specification
- Be able to check that the completed work meets the agreed specification
- Be able to clear up working area and remove all unused components
- Be able to provide customers with clear instructions relating to the use of the window control systems
12
Knowledge of Glass Splashbacks/Panel installation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the type of glass used in the manufacture of glass splashbacks and panels
- Know how to prepare the surface prior to installing a glass splashback or panel
- Know how to install the glass splashback or panel in accordance with the specification and following safe working practices
- Know how to check the completed work meets the required specification
- Know how to clean up the work area on the completion of the work
- Understand the problems that can occur and how to overcome them
13
Knowledge of Applying Graphics/ window film
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the types of graphic / window film and their various applications
- Know the tools / equipment to select to be able to apply the graphic / window film in accordance with safe working practices
- Know how to check that the quantity and type of materials have been selected to meet the specification.4.
- Know how to prepare the surface prior to applying the graphic / window film
- Know how to apply the graphic / window film in accordance with the specification and following safe working practices
- Know how to check the completed work meets the required specification
- Know how to clean up the work area on the completion of the work
- Understand the problems that can occur and how to overcome them
14
Knowledge of carrying out window or door maintenance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the type of maintenance and remedial window or door maintenance that may need to be carried out
- Know how to identify the maintenance or remedial work needed on a window or door
- Know how and when input from others may be required
- Know the tools and equipment and materials required to carry out maintenance or remedial work on a door or window
- Know how to carry out the maintenance and remedial work on a window or door
- Know how to check the completed work meets the required specification
- Know how to clear up the work area on completion and store unused components
15
Knowledge of installing window control systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the type of window control systems available and their uses
- Know the tools to select to be able to install the window control systems in accordance with safe working practices
- Know how to check that the quantity and type of window control systems have been selected to meet the specification
- Know how to select the required position to install the window control systems to ensure correct functionality
- Know how to install window control systems in accordance with the specification and following safe working practices
- Know how to check the completed work meets the required specification
- Know how to clear up the work area on completion and store unused components
- Know how to recognise and re
- solve potential problems in the installation process
16
Knowledge of overhead Glazed Modular systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know why overhead Modular Systems are installed and be able to explain their functionality
- Know the range of components available to meet specification and performance requirements of Modular glazed systems
- Know how to prepare the aperture/kerb for the installation of Modular Glazed Systems to meet the job specification
- Know how to ensure the compatibility of materials against specification to meet industry standards
- Know how to prepare and install different types of Modular Glazed systems to meet specification
- Know how to check the system meets the specification and is fully operational after installation
17
Knowledge of secondary glazing systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the types of secondary glazed systems available and explain their purpose
- Know the range of components available to meet specification and performance requirements of secondary glazed systems
- Know how to prepare the aperture/reveal for the installation of secondary glazed systems to meet the job specification4 Know how to ensure the compatibility of the primary and secondary glazed systems
- Know how to prepare and install different types of secondary glazed systems to meet specification
- Know how to check the system meets the specification and is fully operational after installation
- Know how to clean up the work area on the completion of the work
18
Locate, handle and transport materials tools or equipment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to select the appropriate materials and tools or equipment to carry out the task, and that they are fit for purpose
- Know the different types of tools / equipment used to carry ouy the work
- Be able to locate and select the appropriate type, quality and quantity of materials and suitable tools / equipment.4.
- Know the importance of handling and transporting materials and tools / equipment correctly and safely
- Be able to handle and transport materials and tools / equipment correctly and safely.6.
- Be able to deliver the materials and tools / equipment to the required location to allow the task to be carried out effectively
- Know the types of problems that can occur when locating, handling and transporting materials and tools / equipment.
19
Produce specifications for Glass Related Activities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to produce a specification for the work to be carried out to meet organisational requirements
- Be able to produce a specification for work to be completed
- Know the organisational procedures, codes of practice, product requirements and legislation that need to be adhered to when producing a specification.
20
Use Access Equipment to Work at Heights
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know what is meant by “Working at heights”.
- Know how to find guidance on the Legislation that applies to the use of access equipment and working at height.
- Know how to assess the risks of working at heights and why this is important.
- Be able to assess the risks of working at heights.
- Know the different types of access equipment and working platforms for working at heights.
- Know how to inspect the prepared access equipment or working platforms before use and how to deal with any problems identified.
- Know why it is important to regularly inspect access equipment and working platforms.
- Be able to inspect the access equipment before use.
- Use the equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s guidelines, Company procedures and relevant Health and Safety legislation.
- Recognise what is meant by a “fragile” surface, and the legislation that applies specifically to working on or near a fragile surface.
- Know the types of information to record regarding working at height.
- Be able to record necessary information regarding the use of access equipment to work at heights.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/1266/X
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- GQA
- Qualification Type
- Occupational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Apr 2017