CABWI Level 1 Network Construction Operations (Water) -Face to Face
The CABWI Level 1 Certificate in Network Construction Operations (Water) allows learners to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required by those working as part of a construction team on the water distribution network.
Description
This competence-based qualification covers the underpinning knowledge and practical skills required to act as part of a construction team on the water distribution network. The qualification covers the technical network construction skills required for a network construction assistant or operative, including health, safety and hygiene, and also includes requirements relating to working effectively within the team. Learners must produce evidence to show that they can meet the assessment requirements consistently over time.
Prerequisites
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. However, as there is a requirement for learners to provide evidence from workplace activities, the learner must be working as part of a team undertaking water network construction activities.
Intended For
This qualification is based on national occupational standards and may be used to provide recognition of competence for existing staff or for the development of new starters.
Mode for Delivery
Assessment for the Level 1 Certificate in Network Construction Operations (Water) is conducted using a portfolio of evidence. CABWI has produced documentation to support the recording of performance and knowledge evidence, which can be used to support assessment.
Aims & Objectives
The objectives of the course are as follows:
- Assist in locating and avoiding supply apparatus and sub-structures
- Working under supervision, excavate holes and trenches in ground and pavement structures
- Working under supervision, contribute to an efficient and effective work environment
- Working under supervision contribute to health, safety and environment in the workplace, including hygiene
- Working under supervision, operate powered tools and equipment for network construction operations
- Working under supervision, assemble components to meet specifications for water network construction operations
Also a choice of two optional objectives
- Either -Assist in preparing resources and signing, lighting and guarding the area for highway works
- Or - Assist in preparing resources and signing, lighting and guarding the area for site works
- Either - Working under supervision, join polyethylene pipe by electrofusion welding
- Or- Working under supervision, join polyethylene pipe by butt fusion welding