OVERVIEW

This Level 2 qualification provides learners with an overview of information used, the health and safety considerations, the resources used, the risks of damage, contractual requirements and the processes involved as part of retrofit activities. It is focused on the building insulation aspect of retrofit and is designed to support learners to progress onto the NVQ Level 2 in Building Insulation and Treatments.

SUITABLE FOR

This Level 2 qualification is primarily designed for learners who already have a background and experience in the construction industry or learners who are looking to move into this sector of the construction industry.

AIMS

The aim of this qualification is to equip learners with the knowledge to understand the basic principles of domestic retrofit.

Outcomes / Objectives of the Course:

1. Be able to interpret domestic retrofit information specific to the work activities and resources.
2. Be able to interpret health and safety information.
3. Be able to identify the materials required for work activities in domestic retrofit.
4. Be able to identify the risk of damage to the work and the surrounding area.
5. Be able to understand the basic principles for domestic retrofit installations.
6. Be able to understand how to carry out basic domestic retrofit installations.