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Level 2 NVQ Diploma
Sub Structure Work Occupations

This Level 2 Substructure NVQ diploma is aimed at candidates in the construction industry.
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Level 2 NVQ Diploma
Sub-Structure Work Occupations

About This Qualification

Qualification title
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Sub - Structure Work Occupations

Occupation
Sub-Structure Work Occupations

This Level 2 NVQ is aimed at candidates in the construction industry working in specific job roles.

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Eligible For Grant & Funding

This NVQ is eligible to claim the CITB Short Qualification Grant. If you are a CITB-registered employer and up-to-date with your Levy returns, then £600 can be claimed upon completion of the NVQ.

*Only for Pathways 1, 12 and 13.
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Duration: 2 to 3 visits

Location: On-site assessment and/or remote

Cost: Price on calling

Dates: On-site assessment

Accreditation: OFQUAL Certification

Occupation: Underpinning, Chemical Grouting Operative

  • CITB Short Qualification Grant Eligible
  • CITB Skills & Training Fund Eligible
  • CITB Employer Networks Eligible

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Success Rate

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Delegates completed their NVQs with us in 2024

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Eligible for CITB Short Qualification Grant

Qualification Structure

Candidates must complete nine units:

  • Four Mandatory units
  • One unit from Optional unit Group A
  • Four units from Optional unit Group B
Mandatory Units
Candidates must complete four units.
Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
K/615/4862Setting out and marking positions for underpinning sequence in the workplace2
Optional Units group A
Candidates must complete one unit.
Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
A/615/4977Excavating for underpinning in the workplace2
J/615/4979Excavating and providing temporary support to pits and trenches in the workplace

Unit Endorsements:

One of the following endorsements required:

  • Timber
  • Trench sheet
  • Frames
  • Support systems
    		• 2
    Optional Units group B
    Candidates must complete four units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    A/615/4980Erecting and striking underpinning formwork in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Excavated underpinning
  • Basement Construction – Excavated Underpinning
    		• 2
    J/615/4982Installing reinforcement steel for underpinning in the workplace2
    L/615/4983Installing drypacking in the workplace 2
    Y/615/4985Repairing sub-structure after underpinning in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Two of the following endorsements required:

  • Brickwork
  • Blockwork
  • Concrete
  • Timber
  • Facings
  • Linings
  • Waterproofing systems
    		• 2
    D/615/4986Placing and compacting concrete in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Three of the following endorsements required:

  • Chute
  • Elephants trunk
  • Skip
  • Pump
  • Mono-rail
  • Manual
    		• 2
    H/615/4987Installing, constructing, maintaining, dismantling and removing temporary works in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    Four of the following endorsements required:

  • Protective screens, hoardings and covers
  • Access and egress routes
  • Supports
  • Supporting structures
  • Removal equipment
  • Diverting equipment
  • Site facilities
  • Stabilisation
    		• 2

    Candidates must complete seven units:

    • Six Mandatory units
    • One Optional unit
    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete six units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    K/615/4862Setting out and marking positions for underpinning sequence in the workplace2
    M/615/4989 Installing piles in areas of restricted access (micro or mini piling) in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    Two of the following endorsements required:

  • Open auger
  • Hollow stem auger
  • Sectional flight auger (cfa)
  • Down-hole hammer In-hole support drilling
  • Drop hammer
  • Jacked down piling
  • Pneumatic displacement piling
  • Proprietary micro piling systems
    		• 2
    Y/615/2363Inspecting and completing user maintenance on plant or machinery in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following (i.e. own area of work)

  • Underpinning piling
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Chemical and resin grouting
    		• 2
    Optional units
    Candidates must complete one unit.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    Y/615/4985Repairing sub-structure after underpinning in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Two of the following endorsements required:

  • Brickwork
  • Blockwork
  • Concrete
  • Timber
  • Facings
  • Linings
  • Waterproofing systems
    		• 2
    J/615/4979Excavating and providing temporary support to pits and trenches in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Timber
  • Trench sheet
  • Frames
  • Support systems
    		• 2
    D/615/4986Placing and compacting concrete in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Three of the following endorsements required:

  • Chute
  • Elephants trunk
  • Skip
  • Pump
  • Mono-rail
  • Manual
    		• 2
    A/508/6525Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Slinger signaller – Underpinning Piling only
  • Slinger signaller – Dewatering only
  • Slinger signaller – Self-drilling Ground Anchor only
  • Slinger signaller – Chemical and Resin Grouting
    		• 2
    H/615/4987Installing constructing, maintaining, dismantling and removing temporary works

    Unit endorsements:

    Four of the following endorsements required:

  • Protective screens, hoardings and covers Access and egress routes
  • Supports
  • Supporting structures
  • Removal equipment
  • Diverting equipment
  • Site facilities
  • Stabilisation
    		• 2

    Candidates must complete six units:

    • Five Mandatory units
    • One Optional unit
    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete five units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    H/615/4990Preparing the site for chemical and resin grouting and soil injection in the workplace2
    M/615/4992Carrying out chemical and resin grouting and soil injection in the workplace2
    Optional units
    Candidates must complete one unit.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    Y/615/2363Inspecting and completing user maintenance on plant or machinery in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following (i.e. own area of work)

  • Underpinning piling
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Chemical and resin grouting
    		• 2
    J/617/1197Installing, maintaining and removing work area protection and safety equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Chemical and resin grouting
  • Retaining structures
    		• 2
    A/508/6525Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Slinger signaller – Underpinning Piling only
  • Slinger signaller – Dewatering only
  • Slinger signaller – Self-drilling Ground Anchor only
  • Slinger signaller – Chemical and Resin Grouting
    		• 2

    Candidates must complete seven units:

    • Six Mandatory units
    • One Optional unit
    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete six units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    J/617/1197 Installing, maintaining and removing work area protection and safety equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Chemical and resin grouting
  • Retaining structures
    		• 2
    A/508/6587Preparing and operating powered units, tools or pedestrian plant, machinery or equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Generators
  • Pumps
  • Pedestrian operated plant or machines
  • Mixers
  • Compressors
  • Self-powered tools
    		• 2
    K/508/6536 Setting out secondary dimensional work control in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Three of the following endorsements required:

  • Lines
  • Levels
  • Depths
  • Areas
  • Heights
  • Angles
    		• 2
    Optional units
    Candidates must complete one unit.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/615/5012Installing mass gravity retaining structures in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Two of the following endorsements required:

  • Gabions
  • Crib walls
  • Dry laid segmental blocks
    		• 2
    T/615/5013Installing precast concrete retaining structures in the workplace2
    A/615/5014Installing reinforcement for the formation of soil structures and slopes in the workplace2
    F/615/5015Stablishing steep slopes in the workplace2

    Candidates must complete six units:

    • Five Mandatory units
    • One Optional unit
    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete five units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    J/615/5016Preparing the site for the installation of dewatering systems in the workplace2
    L/615/5017Installing well point dewatering systems in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Two of the following endorsements required:

  • Set up pumping system
  • Commission and monitor system
  • Decommission system
    		• 2
    Optional units
    Candidates must complete one unit.
    Regulator's UnitUnit TitleLevel
    Y/615/2363Inspecting and completing user maintenance on plant or machinery in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following (i.e. own area of work)

  • Underpinning piling
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Chemical and resin grouting
    		• 2
    J/617/1197Installing, maintaining and removing work area protection and safety equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Chemical and resin grouting
  • Retaining structures
    		• 2
    A/508/6587Preparing and operating powered units, tools or pedestrian plant, machinery or equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Generators
  • Pumps
  • Pedestrian operated plant or machines
  • Mixers
  • Compressors
  • Self-powered tools
    		• 2
    A/508/6525Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Slinger signaller – Underpinning Piling only
  • Slinger signaller – Dewatering only
  • Slinger signaller – Self-drilling Ground Anchor only
  • Slinger signaller – Chemical and Resin Grouting
    		• 2

    Candidates must complete six units:

    • Five Mandatory units
    • One Optional unit
    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete five units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    J/615/5016Preparing the site for the installation of dewatering systems in the workplace2
    R/615/5018Installing deep well dewatering systems in the workplace2
    Optional units
    Candidates must complete one unit.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    Y/615/2363Inspecting and completing user maintenance on plant or machinery in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following (i.e. own area of work)

  • Underpinning piling
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Chemical and resin grouting
    		• 2
    J/617/1197Installing, maintaining and removing work area protection and safety equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements: One of the following endorsements required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Chemical and resin grouting
  • Retaining structures
    		• 2
    A/508/6587Preparing and operating powered units, tools or pedestrian plant, machinery or equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Generators
  • Pumps
  • Pedestrian operated plant or machines
  • Mixers
  • Compressors
  • Self-powered tools
    		• 2
    A/508/6525Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Slinger signaller – Underpinning Piling only
  • Slinger signaller – Dewatering only
  • Slinger signaller – Self-drilling Ground Anchor only
  • Slinger signaller – Chemical and Resin Grouting
    		• 2

    Candidates must complete six units:

    • Five Mandatory units
    • One Optional unit
    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete five units.
    Regulator's UnitUnit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    J/615/5016Preparing the site for the installation of dewatering systems in the workplace2
    Y/615/5019Installing ejector dewatering systems in the workplace2
    Optional units
    Candidates must complete one unit.
    Regulator's UnitUnit TitleLevel
    Y/615/2363Inspecting and completing user maintenance on plant or machinery in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following (i.e. own area of work)

  • Underpinning piling
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Chemical and resin grouting
    		• 2
    J/617/1197Installing, maintaining and removing work area protection and safety equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Chemical and resin grouting
  • Retaining structures
    		• 2
    A/508/6587Preparing and operating powered units, tools or pedestrian plant, machinery or equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Generators
  • Pumps
  • Pedestrian operated plant or machines
  • Mixers
  • Compressors
  • Self-powered tools
    		• 2
    A/508/6525Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Slinger signaller – Underpinning Piling only
  • Slinger signaller – Dewatering only
  • Slinger signaller – Self-drilling Ground Anchor only
  • Slinger signaller – Chemical and Resin Grouting
    		• 2

    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete five units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    L/615/5020Preparing the site to install ground anchors in the workplace2
    R/615/5021Installing mechanical ground anchors in the workplace2

    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete five units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    L/615/5020 Preparing the site to install ground anchors in the workplace2
    Y/615/5022Installing open hole ground anchors in the workplace2

    Candidates must complete six units:

    • Five Mandatory units
    • One unit from Optional unit
    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete five units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    L/615/5020Preparing the site for the installation of dewatering systems in the workplace2
    D/615/5023Installing self-drilling ground anchors in the workplace2
    Optional Units
    Candidates must complete one unit.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    Y/615/2363Inspecting and completing user maintenance on plant or machinery in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following (i.e. own area of work)

  • Underpinning piling
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Chemical and resin grouting
    		• 2
    A/508/6587Preparing and operating powered units, tools or pedestrian plant, machinery or equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Generators
  • Pumps
  • Pedestrian operated plant or machines
  • Mixers
  • Compressors
  • Self-powered tools
    		• 2

    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete six units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    J/617/1197Installing, maintaining and removing work area protection and safety equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Chemical and resin grouting
  • Retaining structures
    		• 2
    H/615/5024Preparing the site for the installation of post tensioning systems as sub-structural repair in the workplace2
    K/615/5025Installing post tensioning system as sub-structural repair in the workplace2

    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete five units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    M/615/5026Preparing to install gas membranes in the workplace2
    T/615/5027Installing gas membranes in the workplace 2

    Candidates must complete six units:

    • Five Mandatory units
    • One Optional unit
    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete five units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    A/615/5028Preparing surfaces for structural waterproofing in the workplace2
    H/615/1958Carrying out structural waterproofing in the workplace2
    Optional units
    Candidates must complete one unit.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    Y/615/2363Inspecting and completing user maintenance on plant or machinery in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following (i.e. own area of work)

  • Underpinning piling
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Chemical and resin grouting
    		• 2
    T/615/1611Establishing work area protection and safety in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Chemical and resin grouting
  • Retaining structures
    		• 2
    A/508/6587Preparing and operating powered units, tools or pedestrian plant, machinery or equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Generators
  • Pumps
  • Pedestrian operated plant or machines
  • Mixers
  • Compressors
  • Self-powered tools
    		• 2
    K/508/6538 Setting out secondary dimensional work control in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Three of the following endorsements required:

  • Lines
  • Levels
  • Depths
  • Areas
  • Heights
  • Angles
    		• 2

    Candidates must complete eleven units:

    • Six Mandatory units
    • One unit from Optional unit Group A
    • Four units from Optional unit Group B
    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete six units.
    Regulator's UnitUnit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    K/615/4862 Setting out and marking positions for underpinning sequence in the workplace2
    F/615/5029Working on basement construction projects in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Underpinning
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Grouting
  • Retaining structures
  • Installation of gas membranes
    		• 2
    H/615/4987Installing, constructing, maintaining, dismantling and removing temporary works in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    Four of the following endorsements required:

  • Protective screens, hoardings and covers
  • Access and egress routes
  • Supports
  • Supporting structures
  • Removal equipment
  • Diverting equipment
  • Site facilities
  • Stabilisation
    		• 2
    Optional Units group A
    Candidates must complete one unit.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    A/615/4977Excavating for underpinning in the workplace2
    A/508/6587Excavating and providing temporary support to pits and trenches in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Timber
  • Trench sheet
  • Frames
  • Support systems
    		• 2
    Optional Units group B
    Candidates must complete four units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    A/615/4980Erecting and striking underpinning formwork in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Excavated underpinning
  • Basement Construction – Excavated Underpinning
    		• 2
    J/615/4982Installing reinforcement steel for underpinning in the workplace2
    L/615/4983Installing drypacking in the workplace2
    Y/615/4985Repairing sub-structure after underpinning

    Unit Endorsements:

    Two of the following endorsements required:

  • Brickwork
  • Blockwork
  • Concrete
  • Timber
  • Facings
  • Linings
  • Waterproofing systems
    		• 2
    D/615/4986Placing and compacting concrete in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Three of the following endorsements required:

  • Chute
  • Elephants trunk
  • Skip
  • Pump
  • Mono-rail
  • Manual
    		• 2
    H/615/4987Installing, constructing, maintaining, dismantling and removing temporary works in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    Four of the following endorsements required:

  • Protective screens, hoardings and covers
  • Access and egress routes
  • Supports
  • Supporting structures
  • Removal equipment
  • Diverting equipment
  • Site facilities
  • Stabilisation
    		• 2

    Candidates must complete nine units:

    • Eight Mandatory units
    • One Optional unit
    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete eight units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    K/615/4862 Setting out and marking positions for underpinning sequence in the workplace2
    M/615/4989Installing piles in areas of restricted access (micro or mini piling) in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Two of the following endorsements required:

  • Open auger
  • Hollow stem auger
  • Sectional flight auger (cfa)
  • Down-hole hammer
  • In-hole support drilling
  • Drop hammer
  • Jacked down piling
  • Pneumatic displacement piling
  • Proprietary micro piling systems
    		• 2
    Y/615/2363 Inspecting and completing user maintenance on plant or machinery in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following (i.e. own area of work)

  • Underpinning piling
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Chemical and resin grouting
    		• 2
    F/615/5029 Working on basement construction projects

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Underpinning
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Grouting
  • Retaining structures
  • Installation of gas membranes
    		• 2
    H/615/4987Installing, constructing, maintaining, dismantling and removing temporary works in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    Four of the following endorsements required:

  • Protective screens, hoardings and covers
  • Access and egress routes
  • Supports
  • Supporting structures
  • Removal equipment
  • Diverting equipment
  • Site facilities
  • Stabilisation
    		• 2
    Optional units
    Candidates must complete one unit.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    Y/615/4985Repairing sub-structure after underpinning in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Two of the following endorsements required:

  • Brickwork
  • Blockwork
  • Concrete
  • Timber
  • Facings
  • Linings
  • Waterproofing systems
    		• 2
    J/615/4979Excavating and providing temporary support to pits and trenches in the workplace2
    D/615/4986Placing and compacting concrete in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Three of the following endorsements required:

  • Chute
  • Elephants trunk
  • Skip
  • Pump
  • Mono-rail
  • Manual
    		• 2
    A/508/6525Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Slinger signaller, Underpinning Piling only
  • Slinger signaller, Dewatering only
  • Slinger signaller, Self-drilling Ground Anchor only
  • Slinger signaller, Chemical and Resin Grouting
    		• 2
    H/615/4987Installing, constructing, maintaining, dismantling and removing temporary works in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    Four of the following endorsements required:

  • Protective screens, hoardings and covers
  • Access and egress routes
  • Supports
  • Supporting structures
  • Removal equipment
  • Diverting equipment
  • Site facilities
  • Stabilisation
    		• 2

    Candidates must complete eight units:

    • Seven Mandatory units
    • One Optional unit
    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete seven units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    H/615/4990Preparing the site for chemical and resin grouting and soil injection in the workplace2
    J/615/1077Carrying out chemical and resin grouting and soil injection in the workplace2
    F/615/5029Working on basement construction projects in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Underpinning
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Grouting
  • Retaining structures
  • Installation of gas membranes
    		• 2
    H/615/4987Installing, constructing, maintaining, dismantling and removing temporary works in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    Four of the following endorsements required:

  • Protective screens, hoardings and covers
  • Access and egress routes
  • Supports
  • Supporting structures
  • Removal equipment
  • Diverting equipment
  • Site facilities
  • Stabilisation
    		• 2
    Optional units
    Candidates must complete one unit.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    Y/615/2363Inspecting and completing user maintenance on plant or machinery in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following (i.e. own area of work)

  • Underpinning piling
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Chemical and resin grouting
    		• 2
    J/617/1197Installing, maintaining and removing work area protection and safety equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Chemical and resin grouting
  • Retaining structures
    		• 2
    A/508/6525Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Slinger signaller – Underpinning Piling only
  • Slinger signaller – Dewatering only
  • Slinger signaller – Self-drilling Ground Anchor only
  • Slinger signaller – Chemical and Resin Grouting
    		• 2

    Candidates must complete nine units:

    • Eight Mandatory units
    • One Optional unit
    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete eight units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    J/617/1197Installing, maintaining and removing work area protection and safety equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Chemical and resin grouting
  • Retaining structures
    		• 2
    A/508/6587Preparing and operating powered units, tools or pedestrian plant, machinery or equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Generators
  • Pumps
  • Pedestrian operated plant or machines
  • Mixers
  • Compressors
  • Self-powered tools
    		• 2
    K/508/6536Setting out secondary dimensional work control in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Three of the following endorsements required:

  • Lines
  • Levels
  • Depths
  • Areas
  • Heights
  • Angles
    		• 2
    F/615/5029Working on basement construction projects in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Underpinning
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Grouting
  • Retaining structures
  • Installation of gas membranes
    		• 2
    H/615/4987Installing, constructing, maintaining, dismantling and removing temporary works in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    Four of the following endorsements required:

  • Protective screens, hoardings and covers
  • Access and egress routes
  • Supports
  • Supporting structures
  • Removal equipment
  • Diverting equipment
  • Site facilities
  • Stabilisation
    		• 2
    Optional units
    Candidates must complete one unit.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/615/5012Installing mass gravity retaining structures in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Two of the following endorsements required:

  • Gabions
  • Crib walls
  • Dry laid segmental blocks
    		• 2
    T/615/5013Installing precast concrete retaining structures in the workplace2
    A/615/5014Installing reinforcement for the formation of soil structures and slopes in the workplace2
    F/615/5015Stabilising steep slopes in the workplace2

    Candidates must complete eight units:

    • Seven Mandatory units
    • One Optional unit
    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete seven units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    J/615/5016Preparing the site for the installation of dewatering systems in the workplace2
    L/615/5017Installing well point dewatering systems in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Two of the following endorsements required:

  • Set up pumping system
  • Commission and monitor system
  • Decommission system
    		• 2
    F/615/5029Working on basement construction projects in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Underpinning
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Grouting
  • Retaining structures
  • Installation of gas membranes
    		• 2
    H/615/4987Installing, constructing, maintaining, dismantling and removing temporary works in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    Four of the following endorsements required:

  • Protective screens, hoardings and covers
  • Access and egress routes
  • Supports
  • Supporting structures
  • Removal equipment
  • Diverting equipment
  • Site facilities
  • Stabilisation
    		• 2
    Optional units
    Candidates must complete one unit.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    Y/615/2363Inspecting and completing user maintenance on plant or machinery in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following (i.e. own area of work)

  • Underpinning piling
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Chemical and resin grouting
    		• 2
    J/617/1197Installing, maintaining and removing work area protection and safety equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Chemical and resin grouting
  • Retaining structures
    		• 2
    A/508/6587Preparing and operating powered units, tools or pedestrian plant, machinery or equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Generators
  • Pumps
  • Pedestrian operated plant or machines
  • Mixers
  • Compressors
  • Self-powered tools
    		• 2
    A/508/6525Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Slinger signaller – Underpinning Piling only
  • Slinger signaller – Dewatering only
  • Slinger signaller – Self-drilling Ground Anchor only
  • Slinger signaller – Chemical and Resin Grouting
    		• 2

    Candidates must complete eight units:

    • Seven Mandatory units
    • One Optional unit
    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete seven units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    J/615/5016Preparing the site for the installation of dewatering systems in the workplace2
    R/615/5018Installing deep well dewatering systems in the workplace2
    F/615/5029Working on basement construction projects in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Underpinning
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Grouting
  • Retaining structures
  • Installation of gas membranes
    		• 2
    H/615/4987Installing, constructing, maintaining, dismantling and removing temporary works in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    Four of the following endorsements required:

  • Protective screens, hoardings and covers
  • Access and egress routes
  • Supports
  • Supporting structures
  • Removal equipment
  • Diverting equipment
  • Site facilities
  • Stabilisation
    		• 2
    Optional units
    Candidates must complete one unit.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    Y/615/2363Inspecting and completing user maintenance on plant or machinery in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following (i.e. own area of work)

  • Underpinning piling
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Chemical and resin grouting
    		• 2
    J/617/1197Installing, maintaining and removing work area protection and safety equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Chemical and resin grouting
  • Retaining structures
    		• 2
    A/508/6587Preparing and operating powered units, tools or pedestrian plant, machinery or equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Generators
  • Pumps
  • Pedestrian operated plant or machines
  • Mixers
  • Compressors
  • Self-powered tools
    		• 2
    A/508/6525Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Slinger signaller – Underpinning Piling only
  • Slinger signaller – Dewatering only
  • Slinger signaller – Self-drilling Ground Anchor only
  • Slinger signaller – Chemical and Resin Grouting
    		• 2

    Candidates must complete eight units:

    • Seven Mandatory units
    • One Optional unit
    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete seven units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    J/615/5016Preparing the site for the installation of dewatering systems in the workplace2
    Y/615/5019Installing ejector dewatering systems in the workplace2
    F/615/5029Working on basement construction projects in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Underpinning
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Grouting
  • Retaining structures
  • Installation of gas membranes
    		• 2
    H/615/4987Installing, constructing, maintaining, dismantling and removing temporary works in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    Four of the following endorsements required:

  • Protective screens, hoardings and covers
  • Access and egress routes
  • Supports
  • Supporting structures
  • Removal equipment
  • Diverting equipment
  • Site facilities
  • Stabilisation
    		• 2
    Optional units
    Candidates must complete one unit.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    Y/615/2363Inspecting and completing user maintenance on plant or machinery in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following (i.e. own area of work)

  • Underpinning piling
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Chemical and resin grouting
    		• 2
    J/617/1197Installing, maintaining and removing work area protection and safety equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Chemical and resin grouting
  • Retaining structures
    		• 2
    A/508/6587Preparing and operating powered units, tools or pedestrian plant, machinery or equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Generators
  • Pumps
  • Pedestrian operated plant or machines
  • Mixers
  • Compressors
  • Self-powered tools
    		• 2
    A/508/6525Slinging and hand signalling the movement of suspended loads in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Slinger signaller – Underpinning Piling only
  • Slinger signaller – Dewatering only
  • Slinger signaller – Self-drilling Ground Anchor only
  • Slinger signaller – Chemical and Resin Grouting
    		• 2

    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete seven units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    L/615/5020Preparing the site to install ground anchors in the workplace2
    R/615/5021Installing mechanical ground anchors in the workplace2
    F/615/5029Working on basement construction projects in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Underpinning
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Grouting
  • Retaining structures
  • Installation of gas membranes
    		• 2
    H/615/4987Installing, constructing, maintaining, dismantling and removing temporary works in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    Four of the following endorsements required:

  • Protective screens, hoardings and covers
  • Access and egress routes
  • Supports
  • Supporting structures
  • Removal equipment
  • Diverting equipment
  • Site facilities
  • Stabilisation
    		• 2

    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete seven units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    L/615/5020Preparing the site to install ground anchors in the workplace2
    Y/615/5022Installing open hole ground anchors in the workplace2
    F/615/5029Working on basement construction projects in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Underpinning
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Grouting
  • Retaining structures
  • Installation of gas membranes
    		• 2
    H/615/4987Installing, constructing, maintaining, dismantling and removing temporary works in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    Four of the following endorsements required:

  • Protective screens, hoardings and covers
  • Access and egress routes
  • Supports
  • Supporting structures
  • Removal equipment
  • Diverting equipment
  • Site facilities
  • Stabilisation
    		• 2

    Candidates must complete eight units:

    • Seven Mandatory units
    • One Optional unit
    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete seven units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    L/615/5020Preparing the site to install ground anchors in the workplace2
    D/615/5023Installing self-drilling ground anchors in the workplace2
    F/615/5029Working on basement construction projects in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Underpinning
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Grouting
  • Retaining structures
  • Installation of gas membranes
    		• 2
    H/615/4987Installing, constructing, maintaining, dismantling and removing temporary works in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    Four of the following endorsements required:

  • Protective screens, hoardings and covers
  • Access and egress routes
  • Supports
  • Supporting structures
  • Removal equipment
  • Diverting equipment
  • Site facilities
  • Stabilisation
    		• 2
    Optional units
    Candidates must complete one unit.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    Y/615/2363Inspecting and completing user maintenance on plant or machinery in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following (i.e. own area of work)

  • Underpinning piling
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Chemical and resin grouting
    		• 2
    A/508/6587Preparing and operating powered units, tools or pedestrian plant, machinery or equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Generators
  • Pumps
  • Pedestrian operated plant or machines
  • Mixers
  • Compressors
  • Self-powered tools
    		• 2

    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete eight units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    J/617/1197Installing, maintaining and removing work area protection and safety equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Chemical and resin grouting
  • Retaining structures
    		• 2
    H/615/5024Preparing the site for the installation of post tensioning systems as sub-structural repair in the workplace2
    K/615/5025Installing post tensioning system as sub-structural repair in the workplace2
    F/615/5029Working on basement construction projects in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Underpinning
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Grouting
  • Retaining structures
  • Installation of gas membranes
    		• 2
    H/615/4987Installing, constructing, maintaining, dismantling and removing temporary works in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    Four of the following endorsements required:

  • Protective screens, hoardings and covers
  • Access and egress routes
  • Supports
  • Supporting structures
  • Removal equipment
  • Diverting equipment
  • Site facilities
  • Stabilisation
    		• 2

    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete seven units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    M/615/5026Preparing to install gas membranes in the workplace
    		2
    T/615/5027Installing gas membranes in the workplace2
    F/615/5029Working on basement construction projects in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Underpinning
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Grouting
  • Retaining structures
  • Installation of gas membranes
    		• 2
    H/615/4987Installing, constructing, maintaining, dismantling and removing temporary works in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    Four of the following endorsements required:

  • Protective screens, hoardings and covers
  • Access and egress routes
  • Supports
  • Supporting structures
  • Removal equipment
  • Diverting equipment
  • Site facilities
  • Stabilisation
    		• 2

    Candidates must complete eight units:

    • Seven Mandatory units
    • One Optional unit
    Mandatory Units
    Candidates must complete seven units.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
    T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
    Y/508/6533Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace2
    A/615/5028Preparing surfaces for structural waterproofing in the workplace2
    H/615/1958Carrying out structural waterproofing in the workplace2
    F/615/5029Working on basement construction projects in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Underpinning
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Grouting
  • Retaining structures
  • Installation of gas membranes
    		• 2
    H/615/4987Installing, constructing, maintaining, dismantling and removing temporary works in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    Four of the following endorsements required:

  • Protective screens, hoardings and covers
  • Access and egress routes
  • Supports
  • Supporting structures
  • Removal equipment
  • Diverting equipment
  • Site facilities
  • Stabilisation
    		• 2
    Optional units
    Candidates must complete one unit.
    Unit Ref.Unit TitleLevel
    Y/615/2363Inspecting and completing user maintenance on plant or machinery in the workplace

    Unit endorsements:

    One of the following (i.e. own area of work)

  • Underpinning piling
  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Ground anchors
  • Chemical and resin grouting
    		• 2
    J/617/1197Installing, maintaining and removing work area protection and safety equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required (i.e. own area of work):

  • Dewatering
  • Structural waterproofing
  • Box beam post tensioning
  • Chemical and resin grouting
  • Retaining structures
    		• 2
    A/508/6587Preparing and operating powered units, tools or pedestrian plant, machinery or equipment in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    One of the following endorsements required:

  • Generators
  • Pumps
  • Pedestrian operated plant or machines
  • Mixers
  • Compressors
  • Self-powered tools
    		• 2
    K/508/6536Setting out secondary dimensional work control in the workplace

    Unit Endorsements:

    Three of the following endorsements required:

  • Lines
  • Levels
  • Depths
  • Areas
  • Heights
  • Angles
    		• 2

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Do you have questions about this NVQ? Here is a compilation of our most frequently asked questions.

    The Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Sub-structure Work Occupations is a vocational qualification designed for individuals working in various roles within the construction industry, focussing on sub-structure work.

    This qualification is suitable for individuals employed in roles such as groundworkers, piling operatives, or concrete workers who want to validate their skills and knowledge in sub-structure work.

    Assessment is conducted through on-site observations, professional discussions, witness testimonies, and the review of work products. An assessor will evaluate your performance and competence in sub-structure work.

    Completing the Level 2 NVQ Diploma can lead to improved job opportunities, higher pay, and increased job security within the construction industry. It also demonstrates your expertise and commitment to quality standards.

    This qualification can open doors to various roles within the construction industry, including groundworks supervisor, piling specialist, or construction manager. It may also pave the way for further qualifications and career advancement.

    Yes, you can be eligible for the CSCS Blue Skilled Workers card, as long as you have completed the relevant Operative Health and Safety Test within 2 years of applying for the card. Please contact Workforce Skills Support for further CSCS experienced and trainee card information.

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