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If you are CITB levy-registered, you can benefit from being part of an Employer Network or accessing the CITB Skills and Training fund

  • Employer Networks - This NVQ can be 70% funded under Employer Network
  • CITB Skills and Training Fund - Cost neutral utilising the CITB skills and training fund and CITB short qualification grant

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NVQ

Level 2 NVQ Diploma
Roadbuilding & Maintenance (Construction)

Candidates need to be experienced and have sufficient knowledge to complete the assessment and carry out the specific Roadbuilding and Maintenance works specifically for the preferred pathway(s).
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Qualification information

Level 2 NVQ Diploma
Roadbuilding and Maintenance nVQ

About This Qualification

Qualification title
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Roadbuilding and Maintenance (Construction)

Occupation
Roadbuilding and Maintenance

This roadbuilding training level 2 NVQ is for those who want to show their competence in several areas. Candidates can choose one of the 18 pathways highlighted below.

roadbuilding training level 2

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.
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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: Roadbuilding Slurry-microsurfacing Operative - Manual, Roadbuilding Crack And Joint Repair Operative, Highways Maintenance Flexible Pavement, Roadbuilding Operative: Planning

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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

Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
R/650/8925Manually applying slurry surfacing materials in the workplace2

Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
T/650/8926Manually applying high friction (cold applied) surfacing materials in the workplace2

Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
Y/650/8927Manually applying high friction (hot applied) surfacing materials in the workplace2

Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
T/650/1436Manually applying crack and joint repair surfacing materials in the workplace2

Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
A/650/8928Manually applying thermal repair surfacing materials in the workplace2

Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
D/650/8929Manually applying resin bonded or resin bound surfacing materials in the workplace2

Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
J/650/8930Applying and removing pavement markings manually in the workplace.

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

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

Plus one of the following endorsements required:
Permanent markings
Temporary markings
2

Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
K/650/8931Installing and removing permanent road studs in the workplace

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

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

Plus two of the following endorsements required:
Inset milled stud
Inset drilled stud
Fixed surface mounted studs
Stud maintenance
2

Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
L/650/8932Operating and controlling operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for laying flexible and semi-flexible paving materials in the workplace

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):
Roadbuilding and maintenance plant

Plus one of the following endorsements required:
Paver screwman
Paver
Roller
Chipping machine
Loader compressor
180 degree Excavator
Spray Tanker
Geosynthetic installation equipment
Spray injection
2

Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
M/650/8933Operating and controlling operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for laying rigid paving in the workplace

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):
Roadbuilding and maintenance plant

Plus one of the following endorsements required:
Feed machine
Paver screwman
Paver
Finishing beam or float
Reinforcement placement equipment
Spray
Texturing and/or curing machine
Horizontal travel slip form machine operator
2

Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
R/650/8934Operating and controlling operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for laying slurry micro-surfacing in the workplace

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):
Roadbuilding and maintenance plant

Plus one of the following endorsements required:
Applicator steerman
Applicator
Slurry supply tanker
Tipper grab
Roller
2

Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
T/650/8935Operating and controlling operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for laying surface dressing in the workplace

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):
Roadbuilding and maintenance plant

Plus one of the following endorsements required:
Spray tanker
Self-propelled chipping machine
Tailboard chipping machine
Combined spray tanker and chipping machine
Spray bar
Tipper grab
Loading shovel
Roller
2

Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
Y/650/8936Operating and controlling operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for laying high friction surfacing in the workplace

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):
Roadbuilding and maintenance plant

Plus one of the following endorsements required:
Heating pot
Tanker
Spray bar
Chipper machine
2

Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
F/650/8939Operating and controlling operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for planing or milling operations in the workplace

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):
Roadbuilding and maintenance plant

Plus one of the following endorsements required:
Wheeled planing and/or milling machine up to 1 metre
Tracked planing and/or milling machine up to 1.5 metre’s
Tracked planning and/or milling machine over 1.5 metre’s
2

Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
K/650/8940Operating and controlling operations of specialist road plant, machinery or equipment for in-situ structural road recycling operations in the workplace

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):
Roadbuilding and maintenance plant

Plus one of the following endorsements required:
Pulveriser recycling machine
Combination in-situ recycling machine
Bulk binder spreader machine
Tanker truck
Motor grader
Roller
2

Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
L/650/8941Operating and controlling operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for soil stabilisation in the workplace

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

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

Roadbuilding and maintenance plant
Plus one of the following endorsements required:
Combination soil stabilisation machines
Mixer machine
Bulk builder spreader machine
Tiling machine
Self-propelled water browser
Towed water browser
Roller
2

Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
M/650/8942Operating and controlling operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for surface retexturing in the workplace

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):
Roadbuilding and maintenance plant

Plus one of the following endorsements required:
Bush hammering machine
Grooving machine
Flailing machine
High pressure jetting machine
Shot blasting machine
Planing or milling machine
Grinding machine
2

Unit Ref.TitleLevel
M/508/6537Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace1
T/508/6538Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace2
R/650/8943Operating and controlling operations of road plant, machinery or equipment for pavement markings in the workplace

UNIT ENDORSEMENTS

The following endorsement required (i.e. own area of work):
Roadbuilding and maintenance plant

Plus one of the following endorsements required:
Applicator steersman
Applicator
Feeder vehicle
2

Frequently Asked Questions

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

This qualification is designed for individuals working in the construction industry, specifically in roadbuilding and maintenance. It assesses their competence and skills in various tasks related to road construction and upkeep.

Typically, individuals working in roadbuilding and maintenance within the construction industry are eligible. There might be certain prerequisites or requirements that candidates need to fulfil, such as being employed in a relevant role.

Assessment for the NVQ Diploma involves demonstrating competence in a real-world work environment. Candidates compile a portfolio of evidence showing their ability to perform various tasks related to roadbuilding and maintenance. Assessment methods might include observations, work-based evidence, testimonies, and professional discussions.

Yes, this qualification is designed to be completed while working in the industry. Candidates compile evidence from their day-to-day work activities to fulfil the requirements of the NVQ Diploma.

Yes, understanding and implementing health and safety measures are critical in the construction industry. Candidates will be assessed on their knowledge and application of health and safety regulations relevant to roadbuilding and maintenance.

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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