SVQ/NVQ – Specialist Installation Occupations
This qualification provides nationally recognised certification for individuals working across specialist construction installation roles. Learners must demonstrate competence, skills, and knowledge in core construction areas, alongside occupational competence in their chosen pathway.
Assessment is workplace-based, measured against national standards, and involves compiling a portfolio of evidence.
Mandatory Core Units (for all pathways)
Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace
Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace
Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace
Additional units may be required depending on the chosen pathway.
Pathways and Unit Requirements
Pathway 1 – Insulated Enclosures (Industrial)
Mandatory Units – Complete all 6
Installing and repairing ceilings in insulated enclosures
Installing insulated enclosure floors
Installing insulated cladding walls
Additional Units (optional)
Erecting/dismantling access platforms, MEWP operation, slinging & signaling
Pathway 2 – Insulated Enclosures (Commercial)
Mandatory Units – Complete all 6
Installing insulated enclosure floors
Installing door and gate systems
Additional Units (optional)
MEWP operation, slinging & signaling, welding (MIG/MAG/Manual)
Pathway 3 – Industrial Storage Systems (Installation)
Mandatory Units – Complete all 5
Installing industrial pallet racking systems
Installing industrial shelving systems
Additional Units (optional)
MEWP operation, staging, forklift, sideloader, telescopic handler, lorry loader operation, powered units/tools operation
Pathway 4 – Door, Gate & Shutter Systems (Installation & Maintenance)
Mandatory Units – Complete all 4
Servicing and maintaining door, gate, or shutter systems
Unit endorsements: industrial, commercial, or pedestrian doors
Optional Units – Complete 1
Installing door/gate systems
Installing shutter systems
Dismantling/repairing door, gate, or shutter systems
Additional Units (optional)
MEWP operation, slinging & signaling, door/blind/shutter wiring systems, welding
Pathway 5 – Architectural Metalwork Installer
Mandatory Units – Complete all 4
Installing architectural metalwork
Pathway 6 – Acoustic Packages & Frames Installer
Mandatory Units – Complete all 4
Installing acoustic packages and support frames
Additional Units (optional)
MEWP operation, slinging & signaling, installing/maintaining work area protection
Key Notes:
All pathways require demonstration of occupational competence in a real work environment
Optional/additional units enhance versatility but are not mandatory for qualification
Successful completion allows candidates to formally recognise specialist installation skills
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