
Since the Grenfell tragedy, the construction industry has faced unprecedented scrutiny. With the Building Safety Act 2022 and upcoming reform and implementation 2025 now in force, contractors must prove that their operatives are not only skilled but demonstrably competent in installing safety-critical systems.
This shift in accountability means traditional trowel qualifications are no longer enough. Today’s projects demand operatives who can demonstrate technical precision, safety compliance, and traceable competence — exactly what the ProQual Level 2 NVQ Diploma for Brickwork Technicians provides.
The Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Brickwork Technicians (Construction) goes beyond the traditional bricklaying qualification.
It recognises operatives who can:
While the Trowel NVQ proves your operatives can lay bricks, the Brickwork Technician NVQ proves they can install the systems that keep people safe — and that’s exactly what clients, inspectors, and regulators now demand.
The Building Safety Act 2022 and upcoming reform and implementation 2025 has reshaped the construction landscape. It places legal duties on principal contractors, developers, and subcontractors to ensure all work on safety-critical components — including masonry and facade systems — is carried out by competent, qualified professionals.
By achieving the Brickwork Technician NVQ, you can:
Learn more about how the Building Safety Act 2022 and upcoming reform and implementation 2025 affects your responsibilities:
Understanding the Building Safety Act Course
It’s designed for bricklayers, facade installers, and site operatives involved in the installation of safety-critical masonry systems.
The qualification provides documented proof of competence, a requirement under the Building Safety Act for anyone working on regulated, high-risk buildings.
Yes. The NVQ is CITB grant-eligible, and up to £600 per learner may be available.
Completion time varies, but experienced operatives can often achieve the NVQ within a few months through on-site assessments.
Absolutely. Demonstrating that your workforce is certified in installing safety-critical systems strengthens your credibility and compliance profile with clients and regulators.
Don’t wait until compliance becomes a barrier to winning work.
Invest in your team’s future today with the Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Brickwork Technicians (Construction) — a qualification that proves your operatives can build safely, accurately, and to the highest modern standards.
Apply now while funding opportunities remain open.
The Brickwork Technician NVQ bridges the gap between traditional skills and modern safety requirements.
It’s not just about laying bricks — it’s about building confidence, competence, and compliance under the Building Safety Act 2022 and upcoming reform and implementation 2025.