CPCS construction plant NVQs
Each of these is the Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Plant Operations (Construction) for one kind of plant: a nationally recognised proof of competence for people who operate that plant on construction sites.
Plant we assess
Level 2
360 Excavator NVQ: Level 2 NVQ in Plant Operations
£660 inc VAT (£550 + VAT)
Typically 4–6 weeks
The 360 excavator NVQ is the Level 2 NVQ in Plant Operations (Construction) for people who operate 360 degree excavators on site.
Level 2
Compact Cranes, Overhead Cranes, Hoists, Lorry Loaders, Skip Handlers: Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Plant Operations
£660 inc VAT (£550 + VAT)
Typically 4–6 weeks
The Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Plant Operations (Construction) – Compact Cranes, Overhead Cranes, Hoists, Lorry Loaders, Skip Handlers – is a nationally...
Level 2
Erecting and Dismantling: Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Plant Operations
£660 inc VAT (£550 + VAT)
Typically 4–6 weeks
Putting plant up and taking it down safely is skilled, high-risk work.
Level 2
Forklift and Telehandler: Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Plant Operations
£660 inc VAT (£550 + VAT)
Typically 4–6 weeks
You move pallets, blocks and loads around site all day.
Level 2
Forward Tipping Dumper, Dump Truck, Concrete Pumps: Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Plant Operations
£660 inc VAT (£550 + VAT)
Typically 4–6 weeks
Dumpers and dump trucks carry the muck and materials that keep a site moving, and concrete pumps put the concrete where it needs to go.
Level 2
In-shore and Marine Plants: Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Plant Operations
£660 inc VAT (£550 + VAT)
Typically 4–6 weeks
Running plant on or beside water is not the same as running it on dry land.
Level 2
Loading Shovel, Skid Steer Loader: Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Plant Operations
£660 inc VAT (£550 + VAT)
Typically 4–6 weeks
A skid steer is small, quick and turns in its own length.
Level 2
Mobile Crane, Crawler Cranes and Tower Cranes: Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Plant Operations
£660 inc VAT (£550 + VAT)
Typically 4–6 weeks
Every lift you make goes over people's heads.
Level 2
Ride-on Roller: Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Plant Operations
£660 inc VAT (£550 + VAT)
Typically 4–6 weeks
The Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Plant Operations (Construction) – Ride-On Roller – is a nationally recognised proof of competence for persons required to...
Level 2
Road Plants and Machineries: Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Plant Operations
£660 inc VAT (£550 + VAT)
Typically 4–6 weeks
You lay, plane or roll the roads that everyone else drives on.
Level 2
Road Railers: Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Plant Operations
£660 inc VAT (£550 + VAT)
Typically 4–6 weeks
The Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Plant Operations (Construction) – Road Railer – is a nationally recognised proof of competence for persons required to...
Level 2
Road Sweeper, Pavement Sweeper: Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Plant Operations
£660 inc VAT (£550 + VAT)
Typically 4–6 weeks
The Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Plant Operations (Construction) – Road Sweeper, Pavement Sweeper – is a nationally recognised proof of competence for persons...
Level 2
Traffic Marshal: Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Plant Operations
£660 inc VAT (£550 + VAT)
Typically 4–6 weeks
The Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Plant Operations (Construction) – Traffic Marshal – is a nationally recognised proof of competence for persons required to...
How they are assessed
You produce a portfolio of evidence showing that you have achieved all the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for each unit. Evidence can include assignments, projects and reports, candidate test papers, worksheets and a record of oral and written questioning.
Awarding body and CPCS card
These NVQs are awarded by ProQual. Each usually supports a blue CPCS card: the NVQ is one of the prerequisites for a CPCS card. Card requirements can change; we confirm yours when we check your eligibility.
Starting and paying
There are no formal entry requirements. ASQSL carries out an initial assessment of your skills and knowledge to find any gaps and plan the assessment.
You can pay in two parts: half when you register, and the other half when your certificate is ready for collection. You can also pay in full at the start. Prices are shown including VAT, with the price before VAT beside it.