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Online Course
Erecting and Dismantling Working Platforms - NVQ Unit
1-2 hours
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The Erecting and Dismantling Access Working Platforms in the Workplace - NVQ Unit is a comprehensive online course designed to fulfil the Level 2 NVQ mandatory requirements.
The NVQ Unit - Erecting and Dismantling Working Platforms online course provides the knowledge components of this unit and the final module will allow you to write in your answers which, once marked as completed by your assessor, can then be downloaded and used as part of your work portfolio.
This course not only ensures compliance with mandatory NVQ requirements but also equips individuals with a robust understanding of the technical and safety considerations essential in the field of erecting and dismantling working platforms. Participants emerge with a comprehensive skill set and documented evidence for their professional portfolios.
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Price
£92
Course Content
1-2 hours
Quantity
1. Complying With Information and Legislation.
2. Fixed Scaffolding.
3. Fixed scaffolding: assembly and dismantling.
4 .Mobile access towers and MEWPs.
5. Safe Working Practices.
6. Final Exam.
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This course is available in the following languages:
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Erecting and Dismantling Working Platforms - NVQ Unit
Course Certificate
Training consists of modules on platform assembly and working at height, each ending with a quiz. Learners receive a certificate after full completion.
This certificate is available to download instantly and is recorded within the training management system for tracking and compliance.
This Erecting and Dismantling Working Platforms - NVQ Unit course is passed by answering questions throughout each module.
A pass rate of 70% is required to earn your certificate.
Format: Fully Online
Assessment: Multiple Choice
Pass Mark: 70%
Course Assessment
CPD Points
CPD Points are not awarded for the completion of this course.
By earning CPD points learners can improve their credibility and record the time they have invested in to their professional development.
Compliance
The course has been created in line with the UK Government guidelines on workplace health and safety, as outlined by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
For full details, visit gov.uk.
The Erecting and Dismantling Working Platforms - NVQ Unit is essential for compliance with health and safety regulations in the UK construction industry. This unit focuses on equipping workers with the skills to safely assemble and dismantle working platforms, such as scaffolding, in accordance with the Work at Height Regulations 2005.
By completing this unit, individuals demonstrate competency in ensuring the safety of themselves and others while working at height, contributing to legal compliance and the prevention of workplace accidents.
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Erecting and Dismantling Working Platforms FAQ
What is this NVQ unit about?
This unit focuses on the safe erection, alteration, and dismantling of working platforms, such as scaffolding, podiums, and mobile towers. It’s part of the practical units required for construction-related NVQs.
Who should complete this course?
This course is suitable for labourers, scaffolders, site operatives, and tradespeople working toward a Level 2 or 3 construction NVQ, or those who use access equipment regularly on site.
What skills will I learn in this unit?
You’ll learn how to select and handle components, follow method statements and risk assessments, erect platforms safely, maintain stability, and dismantle equipment without endangering yourself or others.
Does this unit help meet legal safety requirements?
Yes. It supports compliance with the Work at Height Regulations 2005, which require anyone working at height to be properly trained and competent.
Is this unit required for CSCS or NVQ progression?
Yes. It is a recognised unit within most construction NVQs and may be necessary for gaining or renewing a CSCS card depending on your trade route.
Does this training include working with mobile towers or scaffolds?
Yes. It includes typical working platforms used in construction, though some roles may require additional PASMA or CISRS qualifications for specific scaffold types.
Will I be assessed on site for this unit?
Usually, yes. Most NVQ units involve onsite assessment by a qualified assessor who observes your work and checks your understanding of safety procedures and best practices.
Can I complete the theory part of this unit online?
Some providers offer online resources or blended learning for the knowledge component, but practical assessment must take place in a real working environment.