NVQ Unit - Erecting and Dismantling Working Platforms

Course Overview

This course can be used as part of the Level 2 NVQ Mandatory Unit Erecting and Dismantling Working Platforms. It provides the knowledge components of this unit and the final module will allow you to type in your answers which, once marked as completed by your assessor can then be downloaded and used as part of your work portfolio. This unit covers 5 areas: Module 1: Interpreting work and resource information - and complying with legislation and official guidance Module 2: Fixed Scaffolding - Considerations Before Assembly Module 3: Fixed Scaffolding - Assembly and Dismantling Module 4: Scaffold Towers and Mobile Elevating Work Platforms Module 5: Safe Working Practices, How To Select The Right Resources And Minimise The Risk Of Injuries.

About This Course

This course can be used as part of the Level 2 NVQ Mandatory Unit Erecting and Dismantling Working Platforms. It provides the knowledge components of this unit and the final module will allow you to type in your answers which, once marked as completed by your assessor can then be downloaded and used as part of your work portfolio. This unit covers 5 areas: Module 1: Interpreting work and resource information - and complying with legislation and official guidance Module 2: Fixed Scaffolding - Considerations Before Assembly Module 3: Fixed Scaffolding - Assembly and Dismantling Module 4: Scaffold Towers and Mobile Elevating Work Platforms Module 5: Safe Working Practices, How To Select The Right Resources And Minimise The Risk Of Injuries.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Identify key legislation and official guidance.
• Recognise the issues surrounding Fixed Scaffolding, such as considerations before, during and after assembly and dismantling.
• Identify issues and practices involved with Scaffold Towers and Mobile Elevating Work Platforms
• Define Safe Working Practices and understand how to select the right resources and minimise the risks involved.

Who Is This Course For?

As this course can be used as part of several Level 2 NVQ courses it is aimed at anyone taking one of those courses.

Using this course in Ireland's construction sector

This online course can support Irish construction, maintenance, facilities, contractor and site-support teams. It is useful for induction, refresher learning, documented training records or structured awareness before local instruction.

The course should be matched to the learner's role, the work activity, site rules, risk assessment, method statement, supervision arrangements and any practical competence required.

For construction topics, online learning is strongest when it supports site induction, toolbox talks, supervision and task-specific instruction rather than replacing them.

The course content and assessment requirements are provided on this page. Final written answers can be downloaded for the work portfolio once the assessor has marked them complete.

This course refers to an NVQ unit. Irish learners should confirm that the unit is relevant to the qualification, employer or project route they are following.

Course information

This online course provides the knowledge component of the named Level 2 NVQ unit. The final module allows written answers to be entered; after the assessor marks them complete, the answers can be downloaded for the work portfolio. Practical NVQ elements remain separate. The taught modules require 70% to pass and the final examination requires 100%. Online study is self-paced around work and personal commitments. Related options include other Level 2 NVQ units, Asbestos Awareness, COSHH and Abrasive Wheels. The full unit content and system requirements are set out above.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the NVQ Unit - Erecting and Dismantling Working Platforms course suitable for?

It is suitable for learners whose role, induction plan or refresher training matrix includes this topic. Employers should decide suitability by looking at the learner's duties, workplace risks and any practical competence needed.

Can this online course stand on its own?

It can provide useful awareness and completion evidence, but it should be supported by local procedures, supervision, practical instruction or competency checks where the topic or role requires them.

What evidence is available before enrolment?

The course content and assessment requirements are provided on this page. Final written answers can be downloaded for the work portfolio once the assessor has marked them complete.

Does this construction course use UK terminology?

Some online construction courses refer to UK frameworks or card routes. Irish employers and learners should check the current Irish, client, project or card requirements before relying on the course for a specific purpose.

Related online course categories

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Irish Legislative Context

UK qualification context: NVQ Level 2 (UK qualification framework)

Irish context: This course refers to a UK NVQ unit. Recognition of a foreign qualification is a separate decision for the relevant employer, education provider or competent authority. QQI/NARIC provides comparability advice where available; it does not make the recognition decision. Confirm the particular award, role and site-entry purpose. Completion of a unit must not be assumed to award a full NVQ or an Irish qualification.

Phoenix STS delivers training under both Irish and UK regulatory frameworks. If you require guidance on which legislation applies to your organisation, contact us on 043 334 9611.