This qualification has been developed specifically for those who carry out both surveying and installation work of windows, doors and/or conservatories. This qualification is at Level 3, and should be taken by those who are experienced and capable of dealing with a wide range of problems and situations, including working with installations that have complex requirements.
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Description
This qualification has been developed specifically for those who carry out both surveying and installation work of windows, doors and/or conservatories. This qualification is at Level 3, and should be taken by those who are experienced and capable of dealing with a wide range of problems and situations, including working with installations that have complex requirements. Candidates may take a technical or supervisory role, particularly in relation to less-experienced colleagues, they will also work closely with customers/clients and have well-developed customer service skills. Sound knowledge of Building Regulations and other relevant legislation will also be required to meet the requirements of the qualification.
Qualification Breakdown
Candidates must achieve all 10 mandatory units listed below, plus a minimum of 4 credits from group 1 of the optional units, a minimum of 3 credits from group 2 and a minimum of 14 credits from group 3. This makes the minimum credit value of the qualification 69 credits.
Mandatory Units
- Understanding the building regulations in the fenestration industry (3)
- Identify fenestration installation requirements (7)
- Produce specifications for window and door, curtain wall or conservatory installations (9)
- Post windows, doors or conservatories installation activity (3)
- Remove existing windows and doors and prepare apertures (8)
- Dealing with environmental matters in the glass and glass related working environment (3)
- Install glass and/or panels into windows and doors (4)
- Communicating and working with others the glass and related working environments (3)
- Prepare and position window and door units ready for installation (3)
- Install windows and doors (8)
Optional Units 1
A minimum of 4 credits are required:
- Maintain health and safety in the fenestration installation working environment (4)
- Promote and maintain health and safety in a glass or glass related working environment (4)
Optional Units 2
A minimum of 3 credits are required:
- Control the installation of doors and windows or conservatories or curtain walling (8)
- Ensure resources are available to meet work requirements in a glass or glass related working environment (3)
- Assess the quality of materials/components in a glass or glass related working environment (4)
- Identify and rectify technical problems in a glass or glass related working environment (5)
Optional Units 3
A minimum of 14 credits are required:
- Maintain/repair windows and doors or conservatories (6)
- Remove and install box sash windows (9)
- Remove and install oriel windows (9)
- Install bay windows (9)
- Remove and install rooflight windows (9)
- Remove bay windows (9)
- Remove and install windows and/or doors with non-routine features and installation requirements (9)
- Install conservatories (14)
Assessment
- E-assessment,
- Portfolio of Evidence
