Plant Operations
Plant Operations NVQ Level 2 (Lift Truck and Cranes)
Benefits of the Qualification
This N/SVQ benefits both employers and employees in a variety of ways.
For employers the qualification can:
• Increase productivity
• Help reduce workplace accidents
• Assist with recruitment and retention
• Boost employee morale and motivation
• Demonstrate the quality of the workforce to existing and potential customers
For employees the qualification can:
• Provide evidence of ability to do a particular job
• Help improve career development/promotion chances
• Give a sense of achievement
• Be gained on the job
• Be completed at a time and pace to suit.
The Process
Learning methods
100% workplace based. There are no exams.
How are NVQs assessed?
NVQ’s are work-based qualifications and require the candidate to demonstrate his/her competency when carrying out their activities. This is done by a qualified NVQ assessor observing the candidate at work and also in other sessions when the candidate’s knowledge and understanding is similarly assessed. NVQs offer a very ‘friendly’ route to candidates gaining recognised qualifications, as they simply focus on how the candidate performs his/her job activities.
The course will be assessed entirely in the workplace by a qualified assessor by way of observation
• of the candidate carrying out normal work activities associated with the NVQ they are enrolled on;
• examining workplace evidence collected by the candidate, such as pre-start check sheets, fault/defect reports etc
• questioning the candidate to confirm knowledge and understanding of own role.
Who is the course for?
For individuals who have current hands-on experience as lift truck or crane operatives and carry out lift truck or crane operations regularly as part of their job role.
What are the aims of the course?
• To Comply with Legislation
• To Improve Technical Skills
• To improve image & Reputation
• To Multi-skill, Up-skill or Re-skill
• To Improve Driver Awareness & Safety
Course Outline
This NVQ is intended for lift truck operators and crane operators within a workplace environment. Individuals may demonstrate their competence at work in performing lift truck or crane operations in any industry sector, against the standards of the NVQ.
EAL Accredited NVQ Centre to deliver the following:
NVQ Level 2 Plant Operations on:
• Counterbalance Lift Trucks
• Overhead Crane
• Mobile Elevated Working Platform Scissor
• Mobile Elevated Working Platform Boom
• Mobile Elevated Working Platform Vehicle mounted
• Slinger/Signaller
The evidence collected will be specific to he lift truck and attachment type on which the assessment takes place. The lift truck, energy source and attachment type must be clearly stated on all documentation and will be valid for that truck an attachment type only.
The categories of cranes include overhead.
To achieve the full NVQ, candidates must achieve 4 units.
Detailed standards for each unit are available.
Port Operations
NVQ Level 2 Port Operations - Stevedore Pathway
Benefits of the Qualification
The Port Operations NVQs benefit both employers and employees by offering alternative pathways and choice within pathways to suit the widest possible range of needs.
For employers the qualifications can:
• assist with recruitment and retention
• increase efficiency and effectiveness in the workplace
• boost employee morale and motivation
• increase productivity
• demonstrate the quality of the workforce to existing and potential customers.
For employees the qualifications can:
• provide evidence of ability to do a particular job
• help improve career development/promotion chances
• give a sense of achievement
• be gained on the job
• be completed at a time and pace to suit.
The Process
Learning methods
100% workplace based. There are no exams.
How are NVQs assessed?
NVQ’s are work-based qualifications and require the candidate to demonstrate his/her competency when carrying out their activities. This is done by a qualified NVQ assessor observing the candidate at work and also in other sessions when the candidate’s knowledge and understanding is similarly assessed. NVQs offer a very ‘friendly’ route to candidates gaining recognised qualifications, as they simply focus on how the candidate performs his/her job activities.
Who is the course for?
Individuals who have worked as port operatives (stevedores) for some period of time and wish to gain some formal qualification that recognises their competence and experience. Individuals who have just started work as a port operative (stevedore).
What are the aims of this course?
• To Comply with Legislation
• To Improve Technical Skills
• To Develop Specialist Knowledge
Course outline
To confirm that the candidate is carrying out his/her duties as a port operative in a safe and efficient manner
To confirm that the candidate has the underpinning knowledge with which to carry out his/her duties as a port operative in a safe and efficient manner
To confirm that the candidate is carrying out his/her duties as a port operative in a safe and efficient manner
Course content
9 units must be completed for the qualification
• Mandatory Units
4.1.1 Take action to reduce risks to health and safety within a port environment
5.1.1 Maintain security in ports
• Group A – at least 2 Units no more than 3
4.1.2 Work safely with dangerous cargo
4.1.3 Work safely near water
4.1.4 Survive in the water
4.1.5 Work safely when alone
4.1.6 Work safely at heights
4.1.7 Work safely in confined spaces
4.1.8 Undertake safety inspections
4.2.1 Respond to shore based emergency situations
4.2.2 Respond to a pollution incident
4.2.3 Administer first aid
4.2.4 Respond to emergency situations aboard vessels
8.5.1 Maintain environmental good practice within ports
• Group B – at least 1 unit no more than 2
3.1.1 Give customers a positive impression of yourself and your organisation
7.2.1 Develop productive working relationships with colleagues
7.2.2 Liaise and develop professional working relationships with third parties
8.1.1 Manage your own resources
• Group C – at least 2 units no more than 4
1.1.1 Check and mark cargo
1.1.2 Secure cargo
1.1.3 Transfer loads through slinging and signalling
1.1.4 Load and unload cargo transport units
1.1.5 Receive, store and despatch cargo
1.1.6 Handle loads manually
1.1.7 Support cargo handling operations associated with Ro/Ro vessels
1.2.1 Move loads using lift trucks
1.2.2 Move containers using shore based lifting equipment
1.2.3 Lift and position loads by crane
1.2.4 Plan and implement a lifting plan
1.2.5 Transfer loads using ships gear
1.2.6 Handle dry bulk cargo using automated equipment
1.3.1 Drive shore-based tractor units
1.3.2 Drive tractor units within Ro/Ro vessels
1.3.3 Drive light vehicles on and off Ro/Ro vessels
1.3.4 Drive heavy vehicles on and off Ro/Ro vessels
1.3.5 Trim and clean out dry bulk cargo
1.4.1 Operate equipment for moving bulk liquids
2.2.1 Berth vessels
2.2.2 Position access equipment on vessels
6.1.1 Plan and coordinate the routine maintenance of port plant and equipment
6.1.2 Undertake basic maintenance and servicing of vehicles
6.1.5 Undertake minor repairs to port infrastructure
8.2.1 Operate radio equipment
8.3.1 Maintain records regarding the movement of cargo
8.4.1 Use IT systems
Distribution & Warehousing
NVQ Level 2 Distribution, Warehousing and Storage Operations
The Process
Learning methods
100% workplace based. There are no exams.
How are NVQs assessed?
NVQ’s are work-based qualifications and require the candidate to demonstrate his/her competency when carrying out their activities. This is done by a qualified NVQ assessor observing the candidate at work and also in other sessions when the candidate’s knowledge and understanding is similarly assessed. NVQs offer a very ‘friendly’ route to candidates gaining recognised qualifications, as they simply focus on how the candidate performs his/her job activities.
Who is the course for?
Suitable for logistics employees and those ports employees whose duties include some element of distribution, warehousing and storage activities
What are the aims of the course?
• To Implement Best Practice
• To Improve Technical Skills
• To Develop Specialist Knowledge
• To Multi-skill, Up-skill or Re-skill
Course outline
To confirm that the candidate is carrying out his/her duties as a warehouse operative in a safe and efficient manner
To confirm that the candidate has the underpinning knowledge with which to carry out his/her duties as a warehouse operative in a safe and efficient manner
To confirm that the candidate is carrying out his/her duties as a warehouse operative in a safe and efficient manner
Course content
This NVQ has 3 mandatory units and a choice of five optional units which best suit your workforce. We can help you select the best options for your employees by providing more detailed descriptions of the units.
Mandatory Units:
E.6 Contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace
E.12 Contribute to keeping the workplace secure
E.13 Work effectively in own organisation
Optional Units:
Group 1: Stock storage and order processing
B.3 Receive goods and materials into storage
B.5 Put goods and materials into storage
B.6 Maintain the quality of goods in storage
B.7 Dispatch goods and materials
B.9 Assemble bulk orders for distribution
B.10 Pick stock and make up orders
B.11 Process orders for goods
B.12 Process returned goods and materials
B.14 Process donated goods for resale or recycling
Group 2: Promoting products to customers
C.3 Help customers to choose products
C.5 Provide information and advice to customers
Group 3: Customer Services
D.1 Give customers a positive impression of yourself and your organization
Group 4: Organisational Effectiveness
E.7 Maintain the safety of high risk goods and materials
E.9 Maintain hygiene standards in handling and storing food products
E.10 Operate specialised plant and machinery to performance requirements
E.11 Lift, transfer and position loads
