SVQ/NVQ in Demolition

SVQ/NVQ Diploma – Demolition (Level 3)

The Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Demolition is a nationally recognised qualification designed for individuals working in the demolition industry who have developed advanced skills and knowledge. This qualification is aimed at experienced operatives, chargehands, and plant operators seeking to formalise their expertise and demonstrate competence at a higher supervisory or technical level.

Candidates are required to compile a portfolio of evidence that demonstrates their ability to meet the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for each unit. Assessment is conducted in a workplace environment under the guidance of a suitably experienced assessor.

Upon successful completion, candidates will be eligible to apply for the Gold CSCS Card, recognising their advanced skills and professional competence in demolition.

Who Should Attend?

• Experienced demolition operatives

• Chargehands supervising demolition works

• Plant operators working on demolition machinery

• Individuals seeking Gold CSCS Card eligibility

Assessment & Certification

• Assessment: Workplace observation, portfolio of evidence, professional discussion, and completion of unit requirements

• Certification: Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Demolition

• CSCS Card: Eligible for Gold CSCS Card

Pathways and Units

Pathway 1 – Demolition (Top Man) Operative

Mandatory Units – Complete all 7:

1. Removing and segregating components and materials in demolition and/or refurbishment

2. Confirming work activities and resources for an occupational work area

3. Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships

4. Confirming the occupational method of work

5. Implementing and maintaining health, safety, environmental, and welfare practices

6. Co-ordinating and confirming dimensional control requirements of the work

7. Installing, constructing, maintaining, dismantling, and removing temporary works

Optional Units – Complete 3 units:

• Dismantling and/or demolishing masonry and/or concrete structures

• Dismantling and/or demolishing roofs and/or cladding

• Dismantling and/or demolishing timber structures

• Dismantling and/or demolishing metal structures

Pathway 2 – Demolition Chargehand

Mandatory Units – Complete all 9:

1. Removing and segregating components and materials in demolition and/or refurbishment

2. Confirming work activities and resources for an occupational work area

3. Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships

4. Confirming the occupational method of work

5. Implementing and maintaining health, safety, environmental, and welfare practices

6. Co-ordinating and confirming dimensional control requirements of the work

7. Co-ordinating and organising work operations

8. Monitoring progress of work against schedules

9. Controlling, directing, and guiding the operation of plant or machinery

Optional Units – Complete 3 units:

• Dismantling and/or demolishing masonry and/or concrete structures

• Dismantling and/or demolishing roofs and/or cladding

• Dismantling and/or demolishing timber structures

• Dismantling and/or demolishing metal structures

Pathway 3 – Demolition Plant Operative

Mandatory Units – Complete all 5:

1. Confirming work activities and resources for an occupational work area

2. Developing and maintaining good occupational working relationships

3. Confirming the occupational method of work

4. Implementing and maintaining health, safety, environmental, and welfare practices

5. Monitoring progress of work against schedules

Optional Units – Complete 1 unit:

• Operating plant or machinery to dismantle and/or demolish structures above 30 metres

• Operating plant or machinery to dismantle and/or demolish structures up to 30 metres