GQA
Level 2
QN: 500/6185/9
Curriculum Active
GQA PAA\VQ-SET Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Nuclear Decommissioning
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by GQA. Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 396 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
GQA
Syllabus Units
38 Units
Guided Hours
396 hrs
Instant access to interactive lessons, quizzes, and spaced revision.
Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Adjust Equipment Used in Nuclear Decommissioning to Meet Operational Requirements
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to make adjustments to equipment
- Be able to work to the appropriate specification
- Be able to identify and report any quality assurance problems
- Be able to follow organisational procedures when adjusting equipment used in nuclear decommissioning
2
Assemble Equipment to Aid Nuclear Decommissioning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare to assemble equipment
- Be able to assemble equipment safely
- Be able to follow organisational procedures when assembling equipment
3
Carry Out Planned Preventative Maintenance Procedures on Equipment Used in Nuclear Decommissioning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to carry out planned preventative maintenance procedures safely
- Be able to deal with and report problems
- Be able to follow organisational procedures when assembling equipment
4
Check Radiological Monitoring Instruments and Equipment are in Good Order Within a Nuclear Decommissioning Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to maintain the condition of radiological instruments and equipment
- Be able to work safely, according to procedures
- Be able to follow organisational procedures when assembling equipment
5
Contribute To Your Own Development within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to identify improvements to working practices
- Be able to present and develop proposals for improvements to working practices
- Be able to take responsibility for personal development
- Be able to contribute to effective working relationships
- Be able to follow organisational procedures
6
Control Personal Radiation Dose Uptake Within a Nuclear Decommissioning Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use the equipment provided to ensure safe dose levels
- Be able to minimise exposure to radiation
- Be able to follow organisational procedures
7
Dismantle Contaminated Plant, Structures And Equipment Used Within Nuclear Facilities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to dismantle contaminated plant, structures and equipment safely
- Be able to deal with materials for re-use or disposal
- Be able to deal with and report problems
- Be able to follow organisational procedures when assembling equipment
8
Dismantle Equipment Used in Nuclear Decommissioning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to dismantle equipment safely
- Be able to deal with damaged, re-usable or unwanted elements
- Be able to follow organisational procedures
9
How to Adjust Equipment Used in Nuclear Decommissioning to Meet Operational Requirements
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to interpret the documentation when adjusting equipment
- Know how to carry out maintenance on equipment
- Know how to follow organisational procedures when adjusting equipment used in nuclear decommissioning
10
How to Assemble Equipment to Aid Nuclear Decommissioning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to construct equipment
- Know how to work safely when assembling equipment
- Know how to follow organisational procedures when assembling equipment
11
How to Carry Out Planned Preventative Maintenance Procedures on Equipment Used in Nuclear Decommissioning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to interpret the documentation
- Know how to carry out planned preventative maintenance
- Know how to follow organisational procedures
12
How to Check Radiological Monitoring Instruments and Equipment are in Good Order Within a Nuclear Decommissioning Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to deal with defective instruments
- Know the principles and techniques that are used when checking radiological monitoring instruments and equipment
- Know how to work safely when checking radiological monitoring instruments and equipment
- Know how to follow organisational procedures
13
How to Contribute To Your Own Development within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the organisational structure that enables the identification of improvements
- Know how to use information to identify and present suggestions for improvement
- Know the strategies in place to aid personal development
- Know how to contribute to effective working relationships
- Know how to follow organisational procedures
14
How to Control Personal Radiation Dose Uptake Within a Nuclear Decommissioning Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to use the equipment provided to ensure safe dose levels
- Know how to minimise exposure to radiation
- Know how to follow organisational procedures
15
How to Dismantle Contaminated Plant, Structures And Equipment Used Within Nuclear Facilities
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to read and interpret the documentation
- Know the correct use of tools and equipment
- Know how to work safely in a radiation environment
- Know the techniques to use when dismantling contaminated plant, structures and equipment
- Know how to follow organisational procedures
16
How to Dismantle Equipment Used in Nuclear Decommissioning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to dismantle equipment safely
- Know how to follow organisational procedures
17
How to Identify And Minimise Hazards And Risks Within a Nuclear Decommissioning Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to identify hazards and risks
- Know how to minimise the possibility of hazards and risks
- Know the reporting procedures in order to minimise hazards and risks
- Know why it is important to minimise hazards and risks
- Know how to follow organisational procedures
18
How to Implement Safe Access Systems in a Radiation/Contamination Controlled Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the concepts of safe access systems
- Know how to communicate information effectively
- Know how to work safely
- Know how to follow organisational procedures
19
How to Minimise and Package Radioactive Waste Within a Nuclear Decommissioning Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to follow procedures for minimising radioactive waste
- Know how to comply with safe working practices when dealing with radioactive waste
- Know how to follow procedures for packaging radioactive waste
- Know how to identify and report any issues
- Know the principles and requirements regarding dealing with radioactive waste
20
How to Monitor Operational Radiological Conditions Within a Nuclear Decommissioning Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to operate equipment and apply control procedures
- Know how to identify the features which need to be established
- Know how to act upon findings from monitoring operational radiological conditions
- Know how to deal with problems and comply with the relevant procedures
- Know how to identify factors that need to be considered when dealing with radiological conditions
21
How to Operate Remote Controlled Equipment for Use in Nuclear Decommissioning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to operate remote controlled equipment used in nuclear decommissioning
- Know how to identify and deal with problems
- Know how to report and document the operation
22
How to Prepare Alpha Radiation/Contamination Controlled Work Areas Within a Nuclear Decommissioning Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the procedures involved when preparing alpha radiation/contamination controlled work areas within nuclear environments
- Know why it is important to prepare the work areas in the correct manner
- Know how to correctly use materials and equipment when preparing alpha radiation/contamination controlled work areas
- Know how to identify the properties and hazards connected with alpha radiation
23
How to Prepare and Move Loads in Nuclear Installations Within a Nuclear Decommissioning Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to prepare to move loads
- Know how to move loads in nuclear installations
- Know how to deal with equipment used when moving loads in nuclear installations
- Know how to comply with requirements, regulations and procedures regarding moving loads in nuclear installations
24
How to Prepare Beta/Gamma Radiation/Contamination Controlled Work Areas Within a Nuclear Decommissioning Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to prepare the work area
- Know how to work with the materials
- Know how to work safely to minimise risk
- Know how to follow organisational procedures
25
How to Prepare Engineering Equipment for Use in a Radiation/Contamination Controlled Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to prepare engineering equipment
- Know which tools to use and how to look after them
- Know how to follow organisational procedures when preparing engineering equipment
26
How to Provide Operational Monitoring Assistance Within a Nuclear Decommissioning Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the principles and techniques that are used when providing operational monitoring assistance
- Know how to work safely when providing operational monitoring assistance
- Know how to follow organisational procedures
27
How to Undertake Decontamination Operations Within a Nuclear Decommissioning Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to use the accessories needed to undertake decontamination operations
- Know how to avoid and deal with waste safely
- Know the principles of safe working practices
- Know how to identify and measure radioactivity
- Know how to solve problems
- Know how to follow organisational procedures
28
Identify And Minimise Hazards And Risks Within a Nuclear Decommissioning Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to identify potential hazards and risks in the workplace
- Be able to minimise the risk of hazards
- Be able to deal with hazards
- Be able to report and communicate essential information to others
- Be able to follow organisational procedures
29
Implement Safe Access Systems in a Radiation/Contamination Controlled Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to set the access controls
- Be able to communicate information to the right people
- Be able to contribute to the improvement of working practices
- Be able to follow organisational procedures
30
Minimise and Package Radioactive Waste Within a Nuclear Decommissioning Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to follow procedures for minimising radioactive waste
- Be able to comply with safe working practices when dealing with radioactive waste
- Be able to follow procedures for packaging radioactive waste
- Be able to identify and report any issues
31
Monitor Operational Radiological Conditions Within a Nuclear Decommissioning Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to follow procedures for monitoring operational radiological conditions
- Be able to work effectively with others relevant to the process
- Be able to deal with problems and maintain a safe working environment
32
Operate Remote Controlled Equipment for Use in Nuclear Decommissioning
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare to operate remote controlled equipment for use in nuclear decommissioning
- Be able to operate remote controlled equipment used in nuclear decommissioning
- Be able to deal with and report any problems encountered during the process
- Be able to comply with specified guidelines and procedures while operating remote controlled equipment used in nuclear decommissioning
33
Prepare Alpha Radiation/Contamination Controlled Work Areas Within a Nuclear Decommissioning Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to follow procedures for preparing alpha radiation or contamination controlled work areas
- Be able to deal with problems and communicate with the appropriate people when necessary
- Be able to comply with health and safety, and other relevant regulations and guidelines
34
Prepare and Move Loads in Nuclear Installations Within a Nuclear Decommissioning Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare loads for moving
- Be able to move loads in nuclear installations
- Be able to follow procedures when preparing and moving loads in nuclear installations
35
Prepare Beta/Gamma Radiation/Contamination Controlled Work Areas Within a Nuclear Decommissioning Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to check that the work area is safe and ready to be prepared
- Be able to prepare the work area safely
- Be able to follow organisational procedures
36
Prepare Engineering Equipment for Use in a Radiation/Contamination Controlled Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to understand and interpret the documentation
- Be able to prepare engineering equipment accurately and safely
- Be able to identify and report any quality assurance problems
- Be able to follow organisational procedures
37
Provide Operational Monitoring Assistance Within a Nuclear Decommissioning Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to work safely when providing monitoring assistance
- Be able to identify and report safety issues when giving monitoring assistance
- Be able to follow organisational procedures
38
Undertake Decontamination Operations Within a Nuclear Decommissioning Environment
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare to undertake decontamination operations
- Be able to undertake the decontamination safely
- Be able to deal with secondary waste
- Be able to restore the work area
- Be able to follow organisational procedures
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 500/6185/9
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- GQA
- Qualification Type
- Occupational Qualification
- Operational Start
- May 2009