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SUPPORTING THE ROOFING INDUSTRY

EDITION 1

Roofing Training Prospectus

www.roofindustryalliance.co.uk2

ContentsWelcome ......................................................................3

Roofing Industry Alliance Overview.............................4

Roofing Industry Alliance Members.............................5

Your Regional Roof Training Groups............................7

Facts about Regional Training Groups.........................8

How roofing contractors can benefit from roof training and working towards a qualified workforce....9

Career Paths in the Roofing Industry .........................10

Jargon Buster / Abbreviations ...................................11

Definitions of the types of training available...................................................12-13

Which Training Programme?......................................14

Roofing Training Routes .............................................15

CSCS Cards ..........................................................16-17

A Guide to CSCS Cards .............................................18

Management Qualification Structure.........................19

Principles for good quality training............................20

Index of Roofing Colleges / Roof Training Centres ...25

How to Book a Course ...............................................25

Roofing Instructors & Roofing Assessors ...................25

Pitched Roofing 26-33

Heritage Roofing 34-37

Flat Roofing 38-47

Sheeting, Cladding & Rainscreen Training 48-53

Mastic Ashphalt Roofing 54

Lead & Hard Metal Training 55-62

Photo Voltaic Solar 63Green Roofs Training by LANTRA 64-65

Thatching 65

The Basic Competency Programme (BCP) 66-68

CompetentRoofer 69

Management Training 70-71

Apprenticeships, Courses & Qualifications

Welcome to The Roofing Industry Alliance (RIA)Roof Training Prospectus - Edition 1 July 2015The Roofing Industry Alliance works closely with the roofing industry stakeholders in setting up thetraining standards for achieving the minimum competency, qualification and the Blue Skilled Worker CSCSCard whilst at the same time, encouraging career progression to management level.

This RIA Training Prospectus offers a centralised and up to date information on specialist roof training andincludes information on most of the roof training disciplines, qualification routes, CITB funding availableand the methods of accessing the training at national level.

The RIA Prospectus will keep you up to date with the latest training developments and one of the mostexciting is the upcoming development of the Trailblazer for Roofing in England led by the roofingemployers working group.

The information in the prospectus will help to understand the different ways oftraining and hopefully guide you in choosing the best route for achieving thecompetency and qualification, from traditional roofing apprenticeships tospecialist apprenticeship and upskilling programmes (SAP & SUP), the BasicCompetency Programme (BCP) or Experienced Worker Practical Assessment(EWPA) for experienced operatives.

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information on this publication. Roofing Industry Alliance

have not verified the information by independent testing nor has control over the circumstances in which it will be used.

The information in the RIA training prospectus is correct at the time of going to press - please contact your local

Roof Training Group for the latest information (see pages 6-7).

Geoff HoltRIA Chairman


Roofing Industry Alliance OverviewOriginally set up in 1997, The Roofing Industry Alliance has been revitalised in 2013 in order to re-addressthe roofing industry needs by bringing together the major roofing industry stakeholder who collectivelyset up training strategy for tackling the increased skill gap in our industry at all levels. Also, provide timelyand forward-thinking industry responses to major economic and technological issues and enhance thelong-term viability and attractiveness of the roofing industry.

The roofing sector has become the first within the Construction industry to be allowed to manage andorganise its own CITB training funds through the auspices of the RIA.

The RIA includes all the major roofing trade associations and 13 Roof Training Groups (RTG) in the UK andis keen to support roof training by promoting best practice. The board of directors of the RIA is drawnfrom all areas of roofing and training. The key aim of the RIA is to co-ordinate training information,publicise opportunities and fill any gaps in provision whilst simulating a whole range of trainingopportunities. Companies are encouraged to step up their game and invest in their workforce for a better,safer and more productive future. NFRC CEO, Ray Horwood, is playing a leading part in taking the policyfor training forward assisted by RIA Training Manager, Livia Williams.

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Roofing Industry Alliance MembersMembers include 9 Roofing Federations and 13 Regional Roof Training Groups

Roofing Federations

National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC)Roofing House, 31 Worship Street, London, EC2A 2DYT: 020 7638 7663www.nfrc.co.uk

Single Ply Roofing Association (SPRA)Roofing House, 31 Worship Street, London, EC2A 2DYT: 0845 1547188 www.spra.co.uk

Liquid Roofing WaterproofAssociations (LRWA)Roofing House, 31 Worship Street, London, EC2A 2DYT: 0207 448 3859 lrwa.org.uk

Mastic Asphalt Council (MAC)PO Box 77, Hastings TN35 4WLT: 01424 814400www.masticasphaltcouncil.co.uk

Metal Cladding & RoofingManufacturers Association(MCRMA)106 Ruskin Avenue, Rogerstone, Newport, South Wales, NP10 0BDT: 01633 895633www.mcrma.co.uk

Lead Contractor Association (LCA)Centurion House, 36 London RoadEast Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 1ABT: 01342 317888www.leadcontractorsassociation.com

Confederation of RoofingContractors (CoRC)Association House, 22d VictoriaPlace, Brightlingsea, Colchester, CO7 0BXT: 01206 306 600 www.corc.co.uk

Metal Roofing ContractorAssociation (MRCA)11 Bush Mews, Arundel Road,Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 5TET: 01273 699545 www.mrca.org.uk

Lead Sheet Association (LSA)Unit 10 Archers Park, BranbridgesRoad,East Peckham, Tonbridge, Kent TN12 5HPT: 01622 872432www.leadsheet.co.uk

The Federation of TraditionalMetal Roofing Contractors(FTMRC)36 London Road, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 1ABT: 01342 301627www.ftmrc.co.uk

The Institute of RoofingRoofing House, 31 Worship Street, London, EC2A 2DYT: 020 7448 3858www.instituteofroofing.org

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Your Regional Roof Training Groups

Independent Roof Training Group (Scotland)Contact: Ian LethamM: 07771 935 820Email: [email protected]: www.irtscotland.co.uk

North West Roof Training GroupContact: Mike WhartonM: 07931 918 507Email: [email protected]: www.northwest.rooftraining.co.uk

North East Roof Training GroupContact: Helen WilsonM: 07771 802096Email: [email protected]: www.nertg.co.uk

Yorkshire Independent Roof Training GroupContact: Denise CherryM: 07971 232645Email: [email protected]: www.yirtg.org.uk

Midland Roof Training GroupContact: Livia WilliamsM: 07931 708 038Email: [email protected]: www.midlandsrooftraining.co.uk

London & Southern Roofing Training GroupContact: Brian MiddlemissM: 07791 377 559Email: [email protected]: www.londonsouthern.rooftraining.co.uk

South Central Roofing Training GroupContact: Mike FildesT: 0845 678 0065Website: www.southcoastrooftraining.co.uk

Eastern Region Roof Training GroupContact: Clive CooteT: 01473 744412Email: [email protected]: www.eastern.rooftraining.co.uk

South Wales & South West Roofing Training GroupContact: Alex WilliamsT: 01395 233667Email: [email protected]: www.swales-swest.rooftraining.co.uk

Wales National Roof Training GroupContact: Lesley HughesM: 07817 641 984Email: [email protected]

National Metal Training GroupContact: Claire IacovouT: 01273 699545Email: [email protected]: www.metalrooftraining.co.uk

Lead & Hard Metal Training GroupContact: Ray RobertsonM: 07990 970 200

Northern Ireland Roof Training GroupContact: Gordon Penrose / Geoffrey ParkinsonT: 02893 351650Email: [email protected]

Facts about Regional Training Groups• The 13 Regional Training Groups are in place to organise and co-ordinate roof training at all levels.

• The Regional Training Groups are located throughout the UK and work directly with their local roofingcontractor members.

• Manufacturers, trade association representatives and local training providers can also be associatemembers of the Regional Training Groups.

• Regional Training Groups meet regularly to ensure regular exchange of information is maintained tofacilitate best practice regionally and nationally.

• Regional Training Groups are able to access or prepare courses specifically designed for the roofingindustry and the needs of the group member companies.

• Regional Training Groups are able to obtain early information and keep up to date with changes andinitiatives which affect the roofing industry, such as changes to legislation, grants, building regulations,European directives, environmental issues, technological developments and changes in materials,equipment and tools.

• Regional Training Groups work closely with RIA on the development of pilot schemes for traininginitiatives nationally and specific to Groups’ needs


How roofing contractors can benefit fromengaging with roof training and workingtowards a qualified workforce• Job done right first time

• Increased motivation of workforce

• Increased work rate per employee

• Structured planning of workforce and their training requirements for the future.

• Reduce turnover of employees

• Attract better operatives and staff to your company with clearly defined opportunities

• Repeat business with satisfied clients

• Improved understanding of each person’s role and internal communications

• Reduced risk of accidents

• Less waste on site

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Career Paths in the Roofing IndustryRoofing is one industry which allows you to join as an apprentice, develop your skills and withdetemination and drive, ultimately to manage your own business. The routes of entry are varied but twousual options are detailed here:

Trainee managersMost roofing contractors require staffto develop some or a combinationof the management skills below:

• Contracts supervisor

• Quantity surveyor

• Estimator

• Technical drawing / CAD

• Buyer

In some larger companies the above

jobs will be carried out by staff inseparate departments.

Senior managerAs above plus other managerialroles, e.g. sales and marketing

manager, technical manager, buyer,office manager.

Partner / directorBecome partner or director of thecompany or set up and becomeowner of your own company.

Partner / directorCo-ordinate work from the deliveryof materials to final completion. They must liaise with the projectsdesign team, QS, engineer andother trades required.

Trade trainee /Modern apprenticeship

Roofing operatives lay the roofingmaterials and systems onto thestructure that forms the roof.

They can specialise in any of thespecific roofing crafts, or they maytrain to become skilled.

SupervisorManages and oversees own team of(two to five) operatives and isresponsible for quality of work and

liaison with others involved in thecontract/project.

Office experience route

Site experience route

Set up your owncompany route

Technical /mamangement

Trade / Craft

*Other roofing options youcould move into include:

*Other roofing options You may require to have a combination of some of the following elements: practical, technical, health and safety, commercialknowledge, qualifications and experience.

This chart above indicates some of the most likely career paths. Due to the flexibility of the roofing industry others are available anddepend on, the size, location, and trades covered with your own aptitude, attitude and ability.

• Training

• Health and safety

• Roofing consultancy

• Distribution / Merchants

• Roofing surveyor

• Manufacturing of roofing products

• Sales / Marketing / PR

Enter roofing industryEmployed by roofing

contractor

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Jargon Buster / AbbreviationsACoP Approved Code of Practice

BCP Basic Competency Programme

CAA Construction Awards Alliance

CAWR Control of Asbestos at Work Regulations

CDM Construction Design & Management Regulations

CHAS Construction Health & Safety

C-ILM Construction - Institute of Leadership & Management

CISRS Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme

CITB Construction Industry Training Board

CORC Confederation of Roofing Contractors

CPCS Construction Plant Certification Scheme

CSCS Construction Skills Certification Scheme

EWPA(R) Experienced Worker Practical Assessment (Route)

HaSWA Health & Safety at Work Act

HSE Health & Safety Executive

ILM Institute of Leadership & Management

IOR Institute of Roofing

IOSH Institution of Occupational Safety and Health

IPAF International Powered Access Federation

LRWA Liquid Roofing & Waterproofing Association

MEWP Mobile Elevated Working Platform

MTC Minimum Technical Competency

NEBOSH National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health

NFRC National Federation of Roofing Contractors

NOS National Occupational Standards

NVQ National Vocational Qualification

OFQUAL Office of Qualifications of Examinations Regulations

PASMA Prefabricated access Suppliers and Manufacturers Association Ltd

QCF Qualification and Credit Framework

RTG Roof Training Group

SA Scottich Apprenticeship

SAP Specialist Apprenticeship Programme

SEATS Site Environmental Awareness Scheme

SMSTS Site Managers Safety Training Scheme

SPRA Single Ply Roofing Association

SSSTS Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme

SSTP Sector Specific Training Plan

SUP Specialist Upskilling Programme

UKATA UK Asbestos Training Association


Definitions of the types of training available

New Entrant training and the Modern Apprenticeship SchemeThe aim of the industry is to recruit and train young people into the roofing industry and provide themwith the foundation for an exciting, rewarding and successful career.

All college courses are based on a programme combining site work spent with a roofing company,training at the college and ongoing assessment. Apprenticeships allow young employees to learn, workand get qualified at the same time. It’s a simple, step-by-step process with colleges offering guidance toboth apprentices and employers throughout.

The training programmes currently offered for the roofing industry are built-up felt roofing, roof sheetingand cladding, roof slating and tiling, roof tiling for new house building, and mastic asphalt.

All courses provide the practical and theoretical knowledge required to achieve the relevant qualifications.Apprentices also obtain a safe working knowledge and the practical appreciation of the skills andtechniques to enable them to become valuable members of the workforce.

All programmes lead to a qualification in Functional Skills Level 1, Abrasive Wheels (CITB-ConstructionSkills), Mobile Towers (CITB-ConstructionSkills), First Aid Certificate, Health and Safety test,Safe use of ladders and Manual Handling.

The built-up felt roofing programme also offers the N/SVQ Level 2 in applied waterproof membranes(built-up felt roofing) and an apprenticeship framework.

The roof sheeting and cladding programme also offers the N/SVQ Level 2 in roof sheeting and cladding,the apprenticeship framework, telescopic boom (IPAF) and scissors lift (IPAF).

The roof slating and tiling programme also offers the N/SVQ Level 2 in roof slating and roof tiling, theintermediate construction award in roof slating and roof tiling and apprenticeship framework.

On-site assessment and training (OSAT)On-site assessment and training (OSAT) is a cost-effective method of qualifying experienced roofing staffto industry’s national occupational standards. OSAT enables experienced, but not formally qualified,roofing staff to prove they are competent, safe and qualified to work on construction sites.

Available through Colleges, Regional Roofing Training Groups, Manufacturers, Contractors, NationalConstruction College courses and mobile rigs.

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The Specialist Apprenticeship Programme (SAP)SAP was developed as a result of the lack of availability of traditional college based Modern RoofingApprenticeships for a range of specialist roofing occupational sectors The National Specialist Team ofCSkills (NSAC) has worked with the roofing NFRC, SPRA, LRWA and LSA to develop and introducespecialist apprenticeship programmes which meet the requirements of employers within these sectors.

Duration of training may very up to a maximum of two years with a total of apprximately 5 weeks off thejob training.

Currently, there are Level 2 & 3 SAPs in Pitched Roofing, Single Ply Roofing, Liquid Roofing, Heritage RoofSlating and Tiling, Lead and Hard Metal

The Specialist Upskilling Programme (SUP)SUP gives a roofing worker who has no formal skill but some basic site experience, the opportunity tolearn a formal skill through a combination of course attendance and/or on-site training and experience.The duration of training may vary up to a maximum of 12 months, at the end of which the operative, ifsuccessful, could attain an N/SVQ Level 2 and qualify for a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS)card (see Section 5).

This is a CITB product / qualification which is delivered through approved CITB training providers.

Experienced Worker Practical Assessed Route (EWPAR)This assessment route has been introduced as an alternative for the experienced worker with a minimumof five years’ experience in the occupation, which is considered sufficient time to gain experience acrossthe range of work. Accredited assessment centres are able to use this method to assess experiencedcandidates. This method is not being introduced to replace existing assessment methods, but to offer analternative. Currently the EWPAR route is available for Sheeting and Cladding, Rainscreens, Slating and Tiling.

National and Scottish Vocational Qualifications (N/SVQs)National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs) or in Scotland, Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs), arework-based qualifications designed to prove that the standard of work required has been met.

There are five different levels of NVQ/SVQ:

• Level 1 is foundation level.

• Level 2 is for skilled operatives.

• Level 3 is for skilled craftsmen or supervisors.

• Levels 4 and 5 are generally for the industry managers and professionals who may have already attainedone or more professional qualifications.

A qualification is made up of individual units. When all the units are achieved as required, the N/SVQ isawarded. N/SVQs are designed to show that an acceptable level of competence has been reached toenable work to be carried out correctly and safely.


Which Training Programme?

OSAT On-site Assessment and TrainingFor operatives with good range of skills andexperience but no formal qualification

Assessments carried out over timeto show competence

£400 grant per candidate

Traditional Apprenticeship*For new entrants with little experience

Day or block release over a 2 year period

£6,000 grant over 2 years

Level 3: Maximum grant of £10,250 over 3 years

SAP Specialist Apprenticeship Programme

SUP Specialist UpskillingProgramme

Basic CompetencyProgramme (BCP)

Experienced WorkerPractical Assessment(EWPAR)

*Scottish apprenticeships are between 3-5 years.

Funding as per 2015 - 2016 Grant Scheme Year.

For operatives with some experience, butalso some gaps in knowledge and no formaltraining

20-30 days training, followed by on-sitevisits. Programme up to 2 years

Grant up to £7,650

For operatives with good skills but a few gapsin knowledge and need some formal training

5-15 days training which has been identifiedthough comprehensive pre-course diagnostic

Grant between £1,215 & £3,035

Currently available only for sheeting andcladding.

For operatives with good range of skills andexperience but no formal qualification.

Assessment carried out at the training centre.

£400.00 grant per candidate onachievement of the qualification.

For roofing operatives who want to get onthe path of achieving a competency and aroofing qualification.

Depending on their experience, the roofingoperative might have to undertake furthertraining and get a qualification and shouldconsider the Specialist ApprenticeshipProgrammes (SAP) or the SpecialistUpskilling Programmes (SUP).

£400.00 grant per candidate onachievement of the qualification.

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Roofing Training Routes

Course

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CSCS Cards CSCS cards provide the construction industry with a means of identity and proof of competence forindividuals working on site. There are nearly 1.8 million cardholders in the UK and most major contractors,homebuilders and local authorities require employees and sub-contractors to hold a valid CSCS cardbefore allowing them access to site. There are a range of CSCS cards available which reflect the variety ofoccupations in the industry.

Identifying the right cardLabourer Card (Green)The green CSCS Construction Labourer Card is available tolabourers or workers who carry out basic site skills only; it should not be used as an alternative to the ExperiencedWorker Card to gain access to site.*

Apprentice Card (Red)New entrants who have been registered onto an appropriatetraining course to achieve the S/NVQ can obtain the red CSCSTrainee Card.

Experienced Worker Card (Red)Experienced operatives working towards the S/NVQ canobtain the red CSCS Experienced Worker Card. This is validfor one year from the date of issue and cannot be renewed. By the time the card expires, the operative must have achievedthe S/NVQ level in order to obtain a Skilled Worker Card.

Trainee Card - Craft, Operative (Red)This card is available if you are a trainee and are registered foran NVQ or SVQ (or if you are registered for or have achieved aConstruction Award) but have not yet achieved an NVQ orSVQ. The trainee card is valid for three years and cannot berenewed. Prior to applying for the card applicants are requiredto have achieved either the CITB Health, Safety andEnvironment test at the relevant level for their occupation orhave attended a 1-day Health and Safety Awareness Course (acopy of the certificate will be required with the application).

Trainee Card - Technical, Supervisor, Management (Red)

*The green card was re-launched as the Labourer’s card in July 2014

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Skilled Worker Card (Blue)Qualified operatives in the Roofing sector should hold theLevel 2 S/NVQ and obtain the blue CSCS Skilled WorkerCard in the at least one of the roofing dicsiplines.

Advanced Craft/Supervisory Card (Gold)This card is available if you have either achieved aConstruction Related NVQ or SVQ level 3 or you havecompleted an approved Level 3 apprenticeship.This card is valid for five years.All applicants must pass the CITB Health, Safety &Environment Test. For Advanced Craft occupations youshould take the Operative or the Specialist test dependingwhat your occupation is. For Supervisory occupations youshould take the Supervisors test.

Manager Card (Black)This card is available for manager occupations subject toachievement of a Construction related NVQ/SVQ Levels 4, 5, (or Construction related QCF Level 6 or 7) in therelevant occupation. This card is valid for five years.All applicants must pass the CITB Managers andProfessionals Health, Safety and Environment Test.

Academically Qualified Person Card (White)

Professionally Qualified Person Card (White)This card is available to competence assessed members ofCSCS approved Professional Bodies. This card is valid forfive years.All applicants must pass the CITB Managers andProfessionals Health, Safety and Environment Test.When you apply for this card you will need to provide yourprofessional body membership number, level of membership(i.e. Institute of Roofing) along with a copy of yourprofessional body membership certificate or card. If youdon’t have a copy of your membership certificate ormembership card you can alternatively provide the name,membership number and contact number of someone of thesame level or higher in the same professional body as yours,and who is prepared to recommend you, or supply a letter oremail from the professional body confirming that you are acurrent, competent assessed member.


A Guide to CSCS Cards

Do you have a CSCS card?

Are you a labourer?

Do you visit construction sites?

The site rules may require you to have a yellow

ESCORTED SITE VISITOR cardYou must have passed the relevantHS&E Test within the last 2 years

VALID FOR 5 YEARS - RENEWABLE

APPRENTICEYou must be registered on an industry-recognised

apprenticeship scheme and have passed the relevant HS&ETest within the last 2 years (unless you have already completeda one-day health, safety and awareness course as part of yourapprenticeship induction). Apply for a red APPRENTICE card.

VALID FOR 4 YEARS - NON RENEWABLEYou will need to complete your Apprenticeship prior

to your card expiring

EXPERIENCED WORKERYou must have passed the relevant HS&E test within the last 2

years. Register for the appropriate NVQ or SVQ for youroccupation. Where there is none, you should contact the CSCS

Contact Centre on 0344 994 4777Apply for a red EXPERIENCED WORKER cardVALID FOR 12 MONTHS - NON RENEWABLE

You will need to achieve the relevant NVQ or SVQ priorto your card expiring

EXPERIENCED TECHNICIAN, SUPERVISOR OR MANAGERYou must have passed the relevant HS&E Test within

the last 2 years. Register for the appropriate NVQ or SVQ for your occupation

Where there is none, you should contactthe CSCS Contact Centre on 0344 994 4777

Apply for a red EXPERIENCED TECHNICIAN, SUPERVISOROR MANAGER card

VALID FOR 3 YEARS - NON RENEWABLEYou will need to complete the relevant NVQ or SVQ prior

to your card expiring

TRAINEE (CRAFT AND OPERATIVE)You must have passed the relevant HS&E Test withinthe last 2 years (unless you have attended a CSCS

recognised health and safety course)Register for the appropriate NVQ or SVQ

Apply for a red TRAINEE (CRAFT AND OPERATIVE) cardVALID FOR 3 YEARS - NON RENEWABLE

You will need to achieve the relevant

TRAINEE (TECHNICAL, SUPERVISORYAND MANAGEMENT)

You must have passed the relevant HS&E Test within the last 2years (unless you have attended a CSCS recognised

health and safety course)Apply for a red TRAINEE (TECHNICAL,

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT) cardVALID FOR 3 YEARS - RENEWABLE ONCE

You will need to achieve the relevant qualification prior toyour card expiring

PROVISIONALYou must have passed the relevant HS&E Test within

the last 2 yearsApply for a red PROVISIONAL card

VALID FOR 6 MONTHS - NON RENEWABLEYou will need to register for, or achieve an industry recognised qualification prior to your card expiring

Do you need a CSCScard as you are not

working on aconstruction site?

Call the CSCS ContactCentre for advice on

0344 994 4777

LABOURERYou must have passed the

relevant HS&E Test within the last 2 years.

Achieve a CSCS recognisedhealth and safety qualification

such as: The QCF/SQCF Level 1Award Health and Safety in aConstruction Environment

OR The one day Site Safety plusHealth and Safety AwarenessCourse. A full list of courses is

available atwww.cscs.uk.com/greencardApply for (or renew) a green

LABOURER card. VALID FOR 5 YEARS -

RENEWABLE

Do you hold a qualification orare you a member of a

professional body relevant toyour job or occupation that is

recognised by CSCS?

Are you registered(or could you register)

for an industry recognisedapprenticeship scheme?

Do you have on the jobexperience of at least 1 year

in the last 3 years?

Are you new to construction?

Call the CSCS Contact Centreon 0344 994 4777 to find theright qualification for your job

or occupationYOU MAY FIND THAT YOUCANNOT GAIN ACCESS TO

CONSTRUCTION SITESWITHOUT THE RIGHT

CSCS CARD

DO YOU CARRY OUT WORK ONCONSTRUCTION SITES?

Is your card the right card for your occupation?

www.cscs.uk.com/cardfinder to find the correct card

Ensure you pass yourHS&E Test and renew your

card in plenty of time

SKILLED WORKERYou must have passed the relevantHS&E Test within the last 2 years.Apply for the correct CSCS card

relevant to your qualification(s) andoccupation (Level 2 - Blue SKILLED

WORKER, Level 3 - GoldADVANCED CRAFT/SUPERVISORYor Level 4 or 5 - Black MANAGER

card) Visit www.cscs.uk.com/cardfinder to find the correct card

and HS&E Test VALID FOR 5 YEARS - RENEWABLE

ACADEMICALLY ORPROFESSIONALLYQUALIFIED PERSON

You must have passed theManagers and Professionals HS&ETest within the last 2 years. Applyfor the correct CSCS card relevant

to your qualification(s) ormembership.

Visit www.cscs.uk.com/cardfinderto find the correct cardVALID FOR 5 YEARS -

RENEWABLE

NOTES• Different occupations and levels of cardsrequire different H&SE tests. It is importantthat you book and take the right test.

• To find the right test for your occupation,visit www.cscs.uk.com/cardfinder

• All HS&E tests cost £17.50• All CSCS cards cost £30• Card applications can be made bytelephone on 0344 994 4777 and paid forby credit or debit card. Applications bytelephone are processed by the nextworking day.

• Card applications can also be made bypost. Download an application form fromwww.cscs.uk.com/Downloads/ application-forms and pay by cheque. Suchapplications via post are processed within30 days.

• The CSCS Contact Centre can becontacted by calling 0344 994 4777

Is your current card a green CONSTRUCTION SITE OPERATIVE card?

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Management Qualification Structure

QCF Level Examples Type of learning

1CSCS Green Labourer

IOR Student

• GCSEs grades D-G

• BTEC Introductory Diplomas and Certificates

• Essential Skills

Level 1 Health & Safety Course

Award Certificate DiplomaGuides Learning Hours 10 - 120 120 - 370 Over 370

Credit Value 1 - 12 13 - 36 Over 37

• Basic knowledge and skills

• Ability to apply learning withguidance or supervision

• May be linked to job competence

2CSCS Blue Skilled

IOR Licent

• GCSEs grades A*- C

• BTEC First Diplomas & Certificates

NVQ Roofing OccupationsNVQ Roof Sheeting & CladdingNVQ Applied Waterproof MembranesNVQ Leadwork

• Good knowledge andunderstanding of a subject

• Ability to perform variety of taskswith some guidance or supervision

• Appropriate for many job roles

3CSCS Gold Supervisor

IOR Assoc

• A levels

• BTEC Diplomas, Certificates and Awards

• BTEC Nationals

NVQ Heritage RoofingNVQ Heritage LeadworkNVQ Roof Sheeting & CladdingNVQ Roof Slating (& Tiling)NVQ Occupational Work Supervision

• Ability to gain or apply a range ofknowledge, skills andunderstanding, at a detailed level

• Appropriate if you plan to go touniversity, work independently, or(in some cases) supervise and trainothers in their field of work

4CSCS Black Manager

IOR Member

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• Key Skills level 4

• BTEC Professional Diplomas,Certificates and Awards

NVQ Site Supervision

• Level 6 Management Qualification

NVQ Site ManagementNVQ Construction Contracting Operations

NVQ Senior Site Management

• Specialist learning, involvingdetailed analysis of a high level ofinformation and knowledge in anarea of work or study

• Appropriate for people working intechnical and professional jobs, and/ormanaging and developing others


Principles for good quality trainingMandatory under HASWA

1. The performance of individuals during their training and development should be monitored, reviewed at intervals and recorded, with any necessary actions taken.

2. Training and development policies, plans and programmes need to be evaluated, reviewed andupdated if necessary.

3. All training and development should lead to a National Vocational Qualification/ Scottish VocationalQualification (VQ) or credit towards one where possible.

4. The ultimate responsibility for training and development within the firm rests with senior management.

5. The training and development of workers should be seen as a responsibility of every individual who holds a supervisory position.

6. Training and development should be based on an assessment of the performance required of individuals.

7. In order to be cost-effective, it should take account of the abilities they possess before they begin training.

8. Training and development programmes should be designed to enable individuals to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to carry out work safely, and to an agreed and measured level of performance.

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Index of Roofing Colleges / Roof Training CentresDedicated to Specialist Roofing Training

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NCC Scotland4 Fountain AvenueInchinnan Business ParkInchinnan, Renfrewshire PA4 9RQTel: 0141 810 3044

Dundee & Angus (Angus)Old Glamis Road, Dundee,Angus DD3 8LEGary Gordon (Roofing Lecturer)T: 01241 432675E: [email protected]: www.dundeeandangus.ac.uk

EdinburghSchool of Building &Engineering350 West Granton RoadEdinburgh, EH5 1QET: 0131 559 4000E: [email protected] W: www.ed-coll.ac.uk

West College Scotland(Reid Kerr), Renfrew Road,Paisley, PA3 4DR.T: 0141 581 2222W: www.reidkerr.ac.uk

South Lanarkshire85 Hamilton Road,Cambuslang, SouthLanarkshire, G72 7NY.T: 0141 641 6600W: www.slc.ac.uk

Fife CollegePittsburgh Road,Dunfermline, Fife KY11 8DYT: 0844 248 0115W: www.fife.ac.uk

Forsters Skills Academy22 Commerce Street,Brechin, Angus, DD9 7BDT: 01356 628560W: www.forstergroup.co.uk

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of Slating

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Roof Slating

& Tiling SAP

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& Tiling SUP

Roof Tiling for N

ewHouse Building

Heritage

SAP/SUP

Built-up

Felt Roofing

AWM Single Ply

SAP/SUP

AWM Liquid

Roofing SAP/SUP

Matic

Ashpalt

Roof Sheeting

& Cladding

Roof Sheet & Clad

Building Env SAP

Rainscreen

Cladding SAP

Lead Trainging &

Qualifications

Photovoltaic

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YORKSHIRELeeds College of Building,Cudbear Street,Off Hunslet Road,Leeds, LS10 1HDChris Messenger, Lecturer in Roof

Slating and Tiling

T: 0113 222 6003

M: 07775 995574

E: [email protected]

W: www.lcb.ac.uk

Full CircleUnit K, The CroftsQuarry Hill Rotherham, S60 2DN

T: 01709 376979E: [email protected]

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Newcastle CollegeWincombee RoadWalkerNewcastle upon TyneNE6 3QS

Alyn Carr, Team LeaderT: 0191 262 3152E: [email protected]: www.newcastlecollege.co.uk

NORTH WESTBolton CollegeDeane Road CampusDeane RoadBoltonBL3 5BGE: [email protected]

Skills SolutionsGreater ManchesterSkillCentreUnit B, Ashburton PointWheelforge WayTrafford ParkM17 1EH

Lisa WilsonCentre Co-OrdinatorT: 0161 876 3300E: [email protected]: www.skills-solutions.org.uk

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of Slating

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Roof Tiling for N

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Heritage

SAP/SUP

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Felt Roofing

AWM Single Ply

SAP/SUP

AWM Liquid

Roofing SAP/SUP

Matic

Ashpalt

Roof Sheeting

& Cladding

Roof Sheet & Clad

Building Env SAP

Rainscreen

Cladding SAP

Lead Trainging &

Qualifications

Photovoltaic

Solar

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East Midlands RoofingCollege16/17 Bennerly CourtBleheim Industrial EstateBulwellNottingham, NG6 8UT

Carol DaviesT: 0115 8244020E: [email protected]: www.eastmidlandsroofingcollege.org.uk

Derbyshire Construction Skills CollegePilot 1, Littlewell LaneStanton by Dale, DerbyshireDE7 4QW

Nicola WheatleyM: 07903 735 976E: [email protected]: www.dcsc.co.uk

Heritage Craft and Skills Centre, TibshelfDerbyshire, DE55

Richard JordanM: 07788313645E: [email protected]

LRWA / SPRA ApprovedTraining Centre Briggs Amasco Cradley Heath Birmingham B64 5PX

Gray Walpole (SPRA)E: [email protected] Bussens (LRWA)E: [email protected]

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MIDLANDSNCC Midlands83 Lifford Lane, King's Norton Birmingham, B30 3JHArthur Jevons, Senior Instructor/Site Co-ordinator Specialist M: 07788 105590T: 0300 456 5638E: [email protected]

Central Construction TrainingUnit 5 Norton CanesBusiness Park,Norton Green LaneCannock, WS11 9SS

M: 07972 855 517T: 0845 366 5453E: [email protected] W: www.centralconstructiontraining.co.uk

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of Slating

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Roof Slating

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ewHouse Building

Heritage

SAP/SUP

Built-up

Felt Roofing

AWM Single Ply

SAP/SUP

AWM Liquid

Roofing SAP/SUP

Matic

Ashpalt

Roof Sheeting

& Cladding

Roof Sheet & Clad

Building Env SAP

Rainscreen

Cladding SAP

Lead Trainging &

Qualifications

Photovoltaic

Solar


LONDON & SOUTHERN REGIONNCC ErithManor Road , Erith, Kent, DA8 2ADT: 0300 456 5333

Hackney CommunityCollege, ShoreditchCampus, Falkirk Street,London, N1 6HQ

Alfred Tufano, Roofing InstructorE: [email protected]: 0207 613 9493

Lead Sheet AssociationUnit 10 Archers Park,Branbridges Road,East Peckham, Tonbridge,Kent TN12 5HP

T: 01622 872432

SOUTH WALES & SOUTH WESTSouth Wales & South WestRoof TrainingUnit 8C Mill Park IndustrialEstate, Whitecross RoadWoodbury SaltertonDevon, EX5 1EL

Alex WilliamsT: 01395 233667E: [email protected]: swales-swest.rooftraining.co.uk

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Cornwall College St. AustellTregonissey RoadSt Austell, Cornwall PL25 4DJ

T: 01726 226626E: [email protected]: www.st-austell.ac.uk

EASTERN REGIONEastern Region Training Centre, Unit 15Sterling ComplexFarthing Road IndustrialEstate, Ipswich, IP1 5AP

Clive CooteE: [email protected]: 01473 744412F: 01473 744413

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Heritage

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Felt Roofing

AWM Single Ply

SAP/SUP

AWM Liquid

Roofing SAP/SUP

Matic

Ashpalt

Roof Sheeting

& Cladding

Roof Sheet & Clad

Building Env SAP

Rainscreen

Cladding SAP

Lead Trainging &

Qualifications

Photovoltaic

Solar

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Wales National RoofingTraining GroupUnit 3aGallagher Retail ParkParc PontypandyCaerphillyCF83 3GX

Lesley HughesE: [email protected]: www.wnrtg.co.uk

Canolfan Tywi Centre,Dinefwr Farm, Llandeilo,SA19 6RT

Lesley HughesE: [email protected]: www.wnrtg.co.uk

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Roofing industry Alliance is working closely with the industry in increasing capacity of delivery and increasethe number of qualified roofing tutors and assessors in all roofing disciplines. If you are consider a careeras a roofing tutor and/or assessor and you would like to find more information, contact: [email protected].

How to Book a CoursePlease contact your Regional Roof Training Group or your Local Roofing College/ Roof Training providerto discuss your training requirements. You will receive comprehensive information on courses available,funding, CITB training plan, support with qualifying your workforce, CSCS etc.

SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONSouth Coast Roof Training LtdUnit 18 Arndale RoadLineside Industrial EstateLittlehamptonWest Sussex, BN17 7HD

Mike FildesT: 0845 678 0065E: [email protected]

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of Slating

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Roof Slating

& Tiling SAP

Roof Slating

& Tiling SUP

Roof Tiling for N

ewHouse Building

Heritage

SAP/SUP

Built-up

Felt Roofing

AWM Single Ply

SAP/SUP

AWM Liquid

Roofing SAP/SUP

Matic

Ashpalt

Roof Sheeting

& Cladding

Roof Sheet & Clad

Building Env SAP

Rainscreen

Cladding SAP

Lead Trainging &

Qualifications

Photovoltaic

Solar


Pitched RoofingLevel 2 Roof Slating & Tiling Apprenticeship (Full Framework)

Age Group 16+ (typically 16-25)

Duration This course covers a two year period with 22 weeks attending off the job training at theroofing college/roof training centre.

The remainder of the time is spent with the employer on site, gaining experiencenecessary for the assessment on the NVQ/SVQ Diploma which is carried out by a roofingassessor from the roofing college/roof training centre.

Roofing Colleges &Roof Training Centres

• Edinburgh College• Bolton College• Skills Solutions, Manchester• Newcastle College• Leeds College of Building• Full Circle, Rotheram• East Midlands Roofing College, Nottingham

• NCC Midlands, Birmingham• Central Construction Training, Cannock• Eastern Region Roof Training• South Coast Roof Training, Littlehampton• NCC Erith• Roof Training, Exeter• Wales National Roof Training

CITB Grant

*If your apprentice is completing an AA direct apprenticeship they may not complete the NVQ Level 2 or theapprenticeship framework. However, the value of these grants will be paid to you when your apprentice achieves the AA.


For more details check the grant section on the CITB website: www.citb.co.uk/grants

Grant App/MA A/MA AA/MARef Description level 2 conv directA02 First year attendance/incentive £1,965 n/a £1,965

A03 Second year attendance/incentive £1,660 n/a £1,660

A31 NVQ/SVQ Level 2 achievement / appropriate PDA £400 n/a *£400

A04*** App/FMA/NT framework achievement £1,975 n/a £1,975

A05 Third year attendance/incentive **n/a **£1,125 **£1,125

A32 NVQ/SVQ Level 3 achievement n/a £400 £400

A06*** AA/MA framework achievement n/a £2,725 £2,725

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ApprenticeshipOverview The roof slating and tiling full framework apprenticeship is aimed to the young

apprentice (16-25 years old) and it has been designed in close consultation with theroofing industry. It provides training and assessment, together with the practical andtheoretical knowledge to achieve the Roof Slating and Tiling Framework.

Course Programme• Mathematics• English• Communication

Induction Programme• Employment Rights and Responsibilities (ERR)• Health & Safety• Drug and alcohol awareness• Mobile towers• Fire fighting• Safe use of ladders

Practical Training• Carrying out safe working practices in construction• Information, quantities and communicating with others• Building methods and construction technologies• Installing single-lap roof coverings to a variable gauge• Installing plain tile roof coverings• Installing regular sized natural roof slates to standard details• Stripping and reclaiming pitched roof coverings• Installing roofing backgrounds and components• Installing pre-formed weathering flashings to roofs

Assessment and TrainingThis is a combination of classroom based theory and worksheets based practicaltraining. The apprentice will undertake regular progress reviews and the employer willbe kept up to date with the apprentice performance.Assessment will take place via:• Written and practical assessments (based on the syllabus)• A site visit with the assessor• A synoptic practical test (practical end test)• Online multiple choice end test

Qualifications / Certification• Level 2 Construction Diploma in Roof Slating and Tiling• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations• Level 1 Functional Skills• Employment Rights and Responsibilities• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills

Progression• Level 3 Roof Slating & Tiling Apprenticeship• Scottish apprenticeships are between 3-5 years

For more information and to book contact your nearest college or training centre

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Pitched Roofing Specialist Apprenticeship Programme (SAP)

Age Group 16+

Duration


• South Wales and South West Roofing Training Group• South Coast Roof Training• Heritage Craft and Skills Centre

CITB Grant

1st year attendance/ incentive £1,125

2nd year attendance/incentive £1,125

VQ Level 2 £400

Framework achievement £2,000

Contribution to employer training costs £3,000

Total grant for 2 year apprenticeship £7,650

This course is covered over a two year period with 23 days attending off the job trainingat the roofing college/roof training centre.

This training scheme is designed to be delivered in a modularised manner by acombination of formal instruction off the job, followed by supervised on the job trainingwith an employer , with final end assessment by an industry approved Assessor. Thesupervision will be conducted by a competent person and there will be a candidaterecord book to show evidence of the training received.

The trainee will gain experience, through off the job training sessions, of every aspect ofthe industry, but the scheme provides flexibility through on the job training elements tosuit the employer’s core business requirements, whilst delivering the NVQ /SVQ Level 2outcome within a 2 year training period.

The course days will not be continuous, as this allows the candidate to gain practical on siteknowledge and experience following completion of each offsite formal training session.

Depending on the trainee’s qualification and status as a new entrant to the occupation, thefollowing grant package is available to employers who correctly complete and submit a claim:

NB. Employer must be CITB registered to be eligible for funding.

Please note that theEmployer will be claimingthe CITB grant and payingthe training provider forthe delivery of theSpecialist ApprenticeshipProgramme.

Funding as per 2015 -2016 Grant Scheme Year.

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ApprenticeshipOverview The Roof Pitched Roofing Specialist Apprenticeship Programme is aimed at the mature

apprentices (21 years and older) and it has been designed in close consultation withthe roofing industry. The content of this course is designed to ensure that thecandidates are able to understand the hazards and the safe working practices withinthis specialised trade and, upon completion of training, the apprentice will be able toinstall natural slates, cement fibre man-made slates, concrete interlocking single laptiles, plain tiles, shingles, basic lead welding & lead dressing skills and solar/PV panelinstallation (roofing) to industry standards of competence.

Induction Programme• Employment Rights and Responsibilities (ERR)• NVQ Induction• Health & Safety• Mobile towers• Safe use of ladders

Practical Training• Generic battening / Membrane• Introduction to Natural Slating• Abrasive Wheels / Asbestos Awareness• Introduction to Plain Tiling• Introduction to interlocking tiles - single lap variable gauge• Manual Handling & Fire Safety• Working with lead• Shingles• Emergency First Aid• Plain Tiling• Man-made cement fibre slating• Interlocking tiles - single lap variable gauge• Solar panel installation

Assessment and TrainingThe apprentice will undertake regular progress reviews and the employer will be keptup to date with the apprentice performance. Assessment will take place via:• Written and practical assessments (based on the syllabus)• On site assessments carried out by the roofing assessor

Qualifications / Certification• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations


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Level 2 Roof Slating & Tiling Specialist Upskilling Programme (SUP)

Age Group 16+

Duration

Roofing Colleges & Roof Training Centres• South Wales & South West Roofing Training Group• South Coast Roof Training

• Heritage Craft & Skills Centre• Leeds College of Building

CITB Grant

Grant Route Training days + Qualification Grant 2013/2014 Value £SUP2A 14+ days training Attendance £1,125

And a VQ level 2 VQ Achievement £400Completion incentive £1,500Total: £3,025

SUP2B 10-13 days training Attendance £1,125and a VQ level 2 VQ Achievement £400

Completion incentive £1,250Total: £2,775

SUP2C 5-9 days training Attendance £1,125and a VQ level 2 VQ Achievement £400


SUP3A 14+ days training Attendance £1,125and a VQ level 3 VQ Achievement £400

Completion incentive £800Total: £2,325





The SUP runs for 12 months from first registration and within that time, all trainingsessions must be completed and the qualification achieved. The minimum number ofdays training must be no less than five and no more than thirteen to suit the needs of thelearner/employer. Training providers should ensure that the minimum content as detailedin the training specification, are covered before any further training takes place.

Depending on the trainee’s qualification the following grant package is available to employerswho correctly complete and submit a claim:

Attendance grant payments accrue from the start date of your trainee’s entry point onto the trainingprogramme. We will confirm the amount of grant entitlement when payments will be due.

Please note that the Employer will be claiming the CITB grant and paying the training provider for the delivery of theSpecialist Apprenticeship Programme.


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Slating & TilingSUP Overview The purpose of a SUP is to fill gaps in skills or knowledge so that an individual is then

capable of gaining a nationally recognised qualification. The main difference betweenthis and other schemes is that the training is tailored to the individual rather than agroup and carries significantly more financial support to overcome many of the barriersoften associated with off the job training. SUP’s are generally seen as an essentialchoice alongside more established routes to qualification, as the requirement to provecompetence in the workplace increases.The Slating and Tiling SUP is aimed at slating and tiling operatives who have beenworking in the trade for at least three years but are in need of some training tobecome competent at VQ level 2. The likely candidates are:• Experienced roofers who are currently working on site but may have access to alimited range of work and require training in order to become competent across all ofthe mandatory units specific to slating and tiling (QCF Units 272, 273, 274, 275 and276 - see below for descriptors)

• Improvers and roofing assistants who are used to working within roofing teams, couldbe described as more than just ‘labourers’ and wish to take the next step tobecoming competent crafts people.

• Roofers who are returning to the trade after a gap of several years, and who are inneed of refresher training on one or more of the mandatory units.

What will be covered on the course?Practical training will be done on model roofs known as rigs. Knowledge will be coveredusing various means such as learning packages, lectures, self study and where possible,the training will involve live site visits to projects involving slating and tiling works. The course will provide learners with enough training to cover the five main unitsrelating to skills and knowledge for Slating and Tiling which are as follows:

Mandatory units covered by the Slating and Tiling SUP• QCF272: Installing roofing backgrounds and components in the WorkplaceThis unit deals with the installation of underlay, battens, valley liners, undercloak andother related materials which typically form the roofing backgrounds before the roofcoverings are laid.

• QCF273: Installing pre-formed weathering flashings to roof in the WorkplaceThis unit deals with installation of simple flashings such as soakers, saddles, pipeflashings and proprietary flashings which form part of a roofing system.

• QCF274: Installing single-lap roof coverings to a variable gauge in the WorkplaceThis Unit deals with the installation of the most common types of large format rooftiles and single-lap slates to standard details, where the batten gauge can beadjusted evenly to fit the rafter length.

• QCF275: Installing plain tile roof coverings in the WorkplaceThis unit deals with the installation of modern, machine made concrete and/or clayplain tiles with nibs and nail holes, to standard details.

• QCF276 Installing Regular Sized Natural Roof Slate to Standard Roof Details in the WorkplaceThis unit deals with the installation of new or reclaimed centre-nailed regular sizedslates which are laid to standard details.

Qualifications / Certification• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations


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Level 2 Roof Tiling for New House Building

Age Group 16+

Duration

Roofing Colleges & Roof Training Centres• South Lanarkshire College, Scotland• For an up-to-date list of training providers please contact:

CITBNational Specialists OfficeUnit 1, Bridge Business Park674 Melton RoadThurmastonLE4 8BBTelephone: 0300 456 5518Web: www.citb.co.uk

CITB Grant

The Roof Tiling for New House Building (RTNHB) SA is aimed at operatives who are newto the industry or who are in the early stages of their careers in roofing with the VQ/SVQto be achieved in a period of 24 months or less from initial registration.

The apprentice will be required to complete an assessment at the end of each off-sitetraining session to demonstrate has been understood. This will generally constitute abasic Question and Answer (Q&A) session.

There will be on site VQ assessment carried out during the two years. These assessmentpoints are designed to assess all training previously undertaken as part of the programmebut they will also enable regular monitoring of the apprentice’s progress.


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ApprenticeshipOverview Training Modules

The training modules have been developed to allow the learners to focus on the skillsand knowledge required specifically for roof tiling in the new house building market.

Furthermore, the modules are based upon the VQ Structure (QCF/SCQF Scheme) toassist with gaining recognition for Construction Awards Alliance (CAA) accreditation.Any future changes in VQ/QCF, SQCF or legislation will be reflected by modifications tothe course structure.

The off-the-job classroom/workshop training will take place at training centres approvedby CITB. Training and practice should continue on site, with the learner being closelysupervised (see scheme schedule) until such a time as the learner is able to work withminimum supervision or without own supervision, so that the learner can gatherevidence towards their qualification. It is important that this work is recorded by theemployer. The assessor will provide guidance on how to gather the relevant evidence.


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Module Off the Job Days on Title Training Days site

1 VQ inductionEmployment rights and responsibilities /citb induction 1 N/A

2 Generic health and safety (including emergency first aid) 2 N/A

3 Specific health and safety (including abrasive wheels & manual handling) 1.5 N/A

4 Generic units (explained) OngoingQCF641: conforming to general health, throughoutsafety and welfare in the workplace time onQCF642: conforming to productive working 1 sitepractices in the workplace (see 7,QCF643: moving, handling and storing 8 and 9)resources in the workplace

5 Industry standards 1 As above

6 Basic estimating and information sources 2 As above

7 Setting out skills and problem solving 2 10

8 Installation of single-lap tiles (including background materials and flashings) 25 50

9 Installation of plain tiles (including background materials and flashings) 25 50

Suggested number of days = 60.5 100

Qualifications / Certification• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Roof Tiling

NB. This qualification is currently only delivered in Scotland

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Heritage Roofing

Age Group 16+ (Preferred age 18+)

Duration

Roofing Colleges & Roof Training Centres• Heritage Craft & Skills Centre •South Coast Roofing Training Centre • Eastern Region Training Centre

CITB Grant

This course is covered over a 12 months period with 30 days attending off the job trainingat the roofing college/roof training centre.

The remainder of the time is spent with the employer on site, gaining experiencenecessary for the assessment on the NVQ/SVQ Diploma carried out by a roofing assessorfrom the roofing college/roof training centre

ApprenticeshipOverview The course is aimed at those who hold a Level 2 Slate & Tile N/SVQ/QCF or those

who can prove they have experience in laying slates & tiles.

The course is delivered over 12 months and includes:• 30 days “hands on” in the workshop laying pegs, pans, slates, stone and clay tiles.• Prepare and dress materials ready for fixing.• Work with horse hair and split lathes (battens)• Use of limes in roof work.• What do we use instead of lead? • Use traditional locally sourced materials. • On-Site Assessments and Training (OSAT)• Registration and enrolment to a Heritage QCF level 3 award.• Field visits to heritage and trust properties.

The Special Apprenticeship Program (SAP) is endorsed by CITB - CSkills, NFRC,English Heritage and National Trust. Grants are available subject to CITB terms andconditions. The National Heritage Training Group web site has advice on bursaries.

Qualifications / Certification• Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Heritage Roofing




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Level 3 Heritage Roofing Specialist Upskilling Programme (SUP)

Age Group 16+

Duration

Roofing Colleges & Roof Training Centres• South Coast Roof Training • Eastern Region Roof Training Group• Heritage Craft and Skills Centre

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SUP OverviewThis training programme is for the up-skilling of entrants and existing personnel in thetraditional roofing industry and will develop each individual to a competency levelacceptable to the Heritage sector. It is designed to be delivered in a modularisedmanner by a mix of formal instruction “off-the-job” training, followed by supervised“on-the-job” training at employer level with a final end assessment. It can take account of any distant learning processes involving workbooks orassignments, as well as e-learning methodology, along with the flexibility of day release;evening classes, weekend workshops or a permutation of several. This supervision will be conducted by a competent person and there will be a learnerrecord book, or a form of recording agreed with the sector, to evidence trainingreceived in Safety, Knowledge & Understanding, and Practical competences. The learner will gain further experience through “off-the-job” training sessions in everyaspect of the industry, but the programme provides flexibility through the “on-the-job”training elements to suit the employer’s core business requirements whilst delivering theLevel 3 NVQ Diploma in Heritage Roof Slating & Tiling within the 1-year learning period. Overall, this ‘Heritage Skills’ programme in Roof Slating & Tiling work is specificallydesigned to provide the learner with the necessary, fundamental, historical, theoretical,technological knowledge and practical skills to be proficient in working on theconservation, repair and restoration of Roof Slating & Tiling work on historic,traditional and vernacular buildings. The training programme is designed to be delivered in a modularised manner by acombination of formal instruction off-job, followed by on site training with an employer,where the final end assessment of the skills and knowledge gained by the learner, willbe carried out.

How does it work and how long is the course?An assessor will conduct a short interview with the learner to establish where the gapsare in relation to the Slating and Tiling VQ and if the learner’s needs can be addressedwithin a window of between five and thirteen days off-the-job training (mode ofattendance may vary) then they will qualify for the SUP. The assessor will explain other routes to the learner if their needs fall outside this 5-13day window. The assessor will also advise on how to gather the necessary evidence fromthe workplace and how to build a portfolio to achieve the VQ. It is important to remember that the learner must be working on Heritage projects duringthe SUP to generate the evidence and performing a role where the mandatory units are achievable.

Qualifications / Certification• Level 3 NVQ Heritage Roofing


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Flat Roofing - Waterproof Membrane Roofing SystemsLevel 2 Reinforced Bitumen Membrane Roofing Apprenticeship(Full Framework)


Duration This course is covered over a two year period with 23 weeks attending off the job trainingat the roofing college/roof training centre.

The remainder of the time is spent with the employer on site, gaining experiencenecessary for the assessment on the NVQ/SVQ Diploma carried out by a roofing assessorfrom the roofing college/roof training centre.


• NCC Scotland• Newcastle College• NCC Midlands• Derbyshire Construction Skills College• East Midlands Roofing College, Nottingham• Eastern Region Roof Training Group

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ApprenticeshipOverview The built-up felt roofing full framework apprenticeship is typically aimed at the young

apprentices (16-25 years old) and it has been designed in close consultation with theroofing industry. It provides training and assessment in bitumen, roofing felts, surfacingand insulation materials, tools and equipment, regulations and insulation materials,tools and equipment, regulations and standards, together with the practical andtheoretical knowledge required to achieve the Built-up Felt Roofing Framework.

Course Programme• Mathematics • English • Communication

Induction Programme• Employment Rights and Responsibilities (ERR)• Health & Safety• Drug and alcohol awareness• Mobile towers

Practical Training• Carrying out safe working practices in construction• Information, quantities and communicating with others• Building methods and construction technologies• Applying built-up bituminous roofing• Preparing decking for built-up bituminous roofing• Repairing and maintaining built-up bituminous roofing• Preparing background surfaces• Preparing materials and components• Storing resources ready for use• Providing setting out for applied waterproof membranes• Repairing surface defects• Applying materials to the structural fabric• Roll and pour techniques• Torch-on techniques• Establishing the suitability of the work area and access equipment• Contributing to efficient working practices• Abrasive wheels

Assessment and TrainingThis is a combination of classroom based theory and worksheets based practicaltraining. The apprentice will undertake regular progress reviews and the employer willbe kept up to date with the apprentice performance. Assessment will take place via:• Written and practical assessments (based on the syllabus)• A site visit with the assessor• A synoptic practical test (practical end test)• Online multiple choice end test

Qualifications / Certification• Level 2 Construction Diploma in Built-up Felt Roofing• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Applied Waterproof Membrane (Built-up Felt Roofing)• Level 1 Functional Skills• Employment Rights and Responsibilities• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills


• Fire fighting• Safe use of ladders• Manual Handling

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Waterproof Membrane Roofing Systems - Level 2 Single Ply Roofing Specialist Apprenticeship (SAP)

Age Group 16+

Duration The Single Ply SAP is a 2-year apprenticeship scheme that leads to a QCF Level 2 in SinglePly Roofing and a skilled worker card as part of the Construction Skills Certification Scheme(CSCS), once successfully completing a health and safety test.

This training scheme is designed to be delivered in modules by a combination of formalinstruction off-job at a dedicated facility, additional training with an accredited SPRAmanufacturer member of choice, and on site where the final end assessment of the skillsand knowledge gained will be carried out.


• Approved Training Centres- Briggs Amasco Training Centre, Cradley Heath, Birmingham

For more information please contact Gary Walpole at Single Ply Roofing Association(SPRA): [email protected]

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ApprenticeshipOverview Benefits

All relevant health and safety certificates including Working at height; Manualhandling; Regulations, Harnesses, Fire extinguishers, Emergency first aid, PASMA,Asbestos Awareness, Abrasive wheels and NVQ ‘Applied waterproof membranes -single ply roofing’ at level 2. Single ply membrane manufacturer product training card. A sound basis for a safeand successful career in single ply roofing.

Is this right for me? Applicants having a full contract of direct employment with a CITB Englishregistered company and are resident in England. Applicants who have reached theage of 16 prior to the registration date of the scheme. Open to all contractors. Applicants are not eligible for CITB grant if they have beenon a previous CITB grant assisted apprenticeship.

Induction Programme• Employment Rights and Responsibilities (ERR)• Health & Safety• Drug and alcohol awareness• Mobile towers• Fire fighting• Safe use of ladders• Manual Handling

Practical Training• Carrying out safe working practices in construction• Selecting the quantity and quality of resources for construction operations• Preparing roof sheeting and cladding materials and components for installation• Applying roof sheeting and cladding to the structural fabric• Installing rainwater goods• Providing setting out for roof sheeting and cladding• Storing resources ready for use

Assessment and TrainingThis is a combination of classroom based theory and worksheets based practicaltraining. The apprentice will undertake regular progress reviews and the employerwill be kept up to date with the apprentice performance.Assessment will take place via:• CITB Apprenticeship Officer• A site visit with the assessor

Qualifications / Certification• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Applied Waterproof Membranes - Single Ply Roofing.


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Duration

Roofing Colleges & Roof Training Centres• Briggs Amasco Training Centre, Cradley Heath, BirminghamFor more information please contact Gary Walpole at Single Ply Roofing Association (SPRA): [email protected]

CITB Grant

The SUP runs for 12 months from first registration and within that time, all trainingsessions must be completed and the qualification achieved. The minimum number ofdays training must be no less than five and no more than thirteen to suit the needs of thelearner/employer. SPRA will ensure that the minimum content as detailed in the trainingspecification, are covered before any further training takes place.

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SUP Overview

The purpose of a SUP is to fill any gaps in skills or knowledge so that an individual is then capable ofgaining a nationally recognised qualification. The main difference between this and other schemes is thatthe training is tailored to the individual rather than a group. SUPs are an essential choice to sit alongsidemore established routes to qualification (OSAT, SAP), as the requirement to prove competence in theworkplace increases.

How does it work and how long is the course?An assessor will conduct a short interview with the learner to establish where the gaps in relation to theVQ and if the learner’s needs can be addressed within a window of between five and thirteen daysoff-the-job training (mode of attendance may vary) then they will qualify for the SUP. The assessor willexplain other routes to the learner if their needs fall outside this 5-13 day window. The assessor will alsoadvise on how to gather the necessary evidence from the workplace and how to build a portfolio toachieve the VQ.

Who is it aimed at?The Single Ply SUP is aimed at single ply installers who have been working in the trade for a period of timebut are in need of extra training to become competent at NVQ level 2. The likely candidates are:• Experienced installers who are currently working on site in the market and require training in order tobecome competent across all the mandatory units specific to Single Ply Roofing (QCF units 685, 110v2,686, 641, 642 and 643)

• Improvers and roofing assistants who are used to working within install teams and wish to take the next stepto becoming competent crafts people.

• Installers who are returning to the trade after a gap of several years and who are in need of refreshertraining on one or more of the mandatory units.

What will be covered on the course?Practical training will be done on model roofs/rigs and the knowledge will be covered using various meanssuch as learning packages and resources, lectures and self-study.The course will provide learners with enough training to cover the six main units relating to skills andknowledge for Single Ply Roofing which are as follows:

Mandatory Units covered by the Single Ply Roofing SUP:• QCF685: Preparing surfaces for membrane roofing systems in the workplace• QCF110v2: Apply Single Ply Roofing in the Workplace• QCF686: Repairing membrane roofing systems in the workplace

Common Mandatory Units for all NVQ 2 Awards:• QCF641: Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace• QCF642: Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace• QCF643: Moving, Handling and Storing Resources in the Workplace

Additional UnitsThere is also a series of bolt-on additional units which the centre may allow learners to take at their discretion,providing they can be covered in the 5-13 day training window, and they are as follows:• QCF93v2: Installing Decking for Flat Roof Coverings in the workplace• QCF148v2: Installing support systems for green roofs in the workplace• QCF298v2: Installing solar connectors to Roofs in the workplace

Qualifications / Certification• Level 2 NVQ Applied Waterproof Membrane - Single Ply Roofing



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Waterproof Membrane Roofing Systems - Level 2Liquid Roofing Specialist Apprenticeship Programme (SAP)

Age Group 16+

Duration The Liquid Roofing SAP is a 2-year apprenticeship scheme based on 22 days off the jobtraining followed by the on-site assessments which lead to a QCF Level 2 in Liquid Roofingand a skilled worker card as part of the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS),providing the health and safety test has been successfully completed.

This training scheme is designed to be delivered in modules using a combination of formalinstruction off-job at a dedicated facility and additional training with an accredited LRWAmanufacturer member of choice, and finally on site where the end assessment of the skillsand knowledge gained will be carried out.


• Approved Training Centres

- Briggs Amasco Training Centre, Cradley Heath, Birmingham

- Derbyshire Construction Skills College- Eastern Region Roof Training Group

For more information please contact Chris Bussens at Liquid Roofing WaterproofingAssociation (LRWA): [email protected]

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VQ Level 2 £400








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ApprenticeshipOverview

Induction Programme• Manual Handling • Health & Safety• Drug and alcohol awareness • Mobile towers• Fire fighting • Safe use of ladders• Employment Rights and Responsibilities (ERR)

Is this right for me? Applicants having a full contract of direct employment with a CITB English registered companyand are resident in England. Applicants who have reached the age of 16 prior to the registrationdate of the scheme. Open to all contractors. Applicants are not eligible for CITB grant if they have been on a previousCITB grant assisted apprenticeship.

Practical Training• Single Pack Polyurethanes / Theory and Practical training day• Kemper Systems : Two Pack Polyurethanes and Flexible Polyesters.Theory and Practical training day.• Roof Structures, (Warm Roof etc.) / Terminology and Types / Bitumen• Polyroof: Glass Reinforced Polyester and Resilient Polyesters. Theory and Practical Training Day• Introduction to liquid applied Membranes, Including basic chemistries, coverage rates andmethods of control.

• Tryflex: - Poly metayl methacrylates / Theory and Practical Training day• Details, Terminations, Night Seals, Common Faults and Rectification• Kingspan Insulations: Tapered Insulation Systems. Why, When, and How. Practical Training Day• Spray training, Equipment and how to use. Theory and Practical • Hot Rubberised Bitumen. Theory and Practical Training Day • Insulation calculations, Condensation / Risk and Vapour Control Layers • Balconies, Podiums and Inverted roof systems. Theory and Practical / Training day.• Environment and Sustainability • Car Parks, Products and Applications.• Project planning and Preparation including / Site set up.• Rooflights, Translucent Sheets, the Reasons for, and the Maintenance and Waterproofing of. Theory and Practical Training Day.

• Roofing Felt Products and their Application. Theory and Practical Training Day• Primers, the reasons why and different types with different products.• Solar Panels, Photo Voltaic Technology. Theory and Practical Training Day.

Assessment and TrainingThis is a combination of classroom based theory and worksheets based practical training. Theapprentice will undertake regular progress reviews and the employer will be kept up to date with theapprentice performance.Assessment will take place via:• CITB Apprenticeship Officer • A site visit with the assessor

Qualifications / Certification• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Applied Waterproof Membranes - Liquid Roofing.



Age Group 16+

Duration

Roofing Colleges & Roof Training Centres• Briggs Amasco Training Centre, Cradley Heath, Birmingham• Derbyshire Construction Skills Centre

CITB Grant


For more information please contact Chris Bussens at Liquid Roofing WaterproofingAssociation (LRWA): [email protected]

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The purpose of a SUP is to fill any gaps in skills or knowledge so that an individual isthen capable of gaining a nationally recognised qualification. The main differencebetween this and other schemes is that the training is tailored to the individual ratherthan a group and carries significantly more financial support to overcome many of thebarriers often associated with off the job training. SUP’s are an essential choicealongside more established routes to qualification, as the requirement to provecompetence in the workplace increases.The Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing SUP is aimed at those operatives who havebeen working in the industry for at least three years and are in need of some trainingto become competent enough to achieve a NVQ Level 2 in liquid waterproofing. TheSUP will be aimed at the following operatives:• Those who are assisting in the work operations on site and are used to workingwithin a team. They will not be classed as labourers but semi-skilled operatives whoare looking to take the next step to become competent at work. This will enablethem to become more proficient at work as a skilled operative working with theirown initiatives.

• The operatives who have previously been working in the industry but have diversifiedinto another trade and would like to return to the industry. They will probably requireupdating on health and safety and general work/site conditions as well as product training.

• The experienced worked who probably has limited knowledge in the industry and requires to learn more about the industry as well as achieving his NVQ Level 2 qualification.

ProfilingAn initial assessment will be carried out with the learner by an Assessor to establish theexperience of the learner which will enable to assessor to agree the contents of thecourse required, this will in turn determine the length of the course. The Assessor will usea profiling document with the learner and this will ascertain the following:

• Health & Safety knowledge and understanding

• Product systems knowledge and understanding

• Practical experience on installation of roofing systems

• Prior learning certificates / leaner CV

• Employer’ s evidence

Depending on the outcome of that profile it will decide whether or not the learner is:

• Suitable to go onto a SUP

• The number of training days that learner requires on a SUP

• Suitable for an OSAT route

• Better suited for a SAP

Qualifications / Certification• Level 2 NVQ Applied Waterproof membrane - liquid roofing


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Sheeting, Cladding & Rainscreen TrainingLevel 2 Roof Sheeting & Cladding Apprenticeship (Full Framework)


Duration This course is covered over a two year period with 23 weeks attending off the job trainingat the roofing college/roof training centre.



• NCC Scotland• Newcastle College• Derbyshire Construction Skills College

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ApprenticeshipOverview The Roof Sheeting and Cladding full framework apprenticeship is typically aimed to

the young apprentices (16-25 years old) and it has been designed in closeconsultation with the roofing industry. It provides training and assessment in singleand double skin, as well as factory assembled composite systems which includeflashings, fasteners and fixings.

Course Programme• Mathematics • English • Communication



Assessment and TrainingThis is a combination of classroom based theory and worksheets based practicaltraining. The apprentice will undertake regular progress reviews and the employer willbe kept up to date with the apprentice performance.Assessment will take place via:• Written and practical assessments (based on the syllabus)• A site visit with the assessor• A synoptic practical test (practical end test)• Online multiple choice end test

Qualifications / Certification• Level 2 Construction Diploma in Roof Sheeting and Cladding• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Cladding Operations• Level 1 Functional Skills• Employment Rights and Responsibilities• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills


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Level 2 Roof Sheeting And Cladding Apprenticeship (SAP)Building Envelope


Duration This course is covered over a two year period with 25 days attending off the job training atthe roofing college/roof training centre.


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• South Wales and South West Roofing Training Group• Derbyshire Construction Skills College

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ApprenticeshipOverview The Roof Sheeting and Cladding full framework apprenticeship is aimed at the young

apprentices (16-25 years old) and it has been designed in close consultation with theroofing industry. It provides training and assessment in single and double skin, as wellas factory assembled composite systems that include flashings, fasteners and fixings.



Assessment and TrainingThis is a combination of classroom based theory and worksheets based practicaltraining. The apprentice will undertake regular progress reviews and the employer willbe kept up to date with the apprentice performance.Assessment will take place via:• A site visit with the assessor

Qualifications / Certification• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Cladding Operations




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Level 2 Rainscreen Cladding Specialist Apprentice Programme (SAP)

Age Group 16+

Duration This 24 month Specialist Apprentice Programme is intended for all new entrants to theroofing industry and all those who wish to expand their knowledge and abilities. There are no age limits to entrants of the programme so they are therefore open toeveryone in employment.


• South Wales and South West Roofing Training Group• Derbyshire Construction Skills College

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The programme consists of a number of off-site training days at our training centre; initially a twoday induction and introduction which is followed by training for one day a week for the next tenweeks and then approximately one day a month for the remainder of the training period. The off-site training is reinforced by supervised on-site training where the apprentice completes a logbookof workplace activities which contributes to the NVQ assessment.The programme concludes with the NVQ assessment through the On-Site Assessment & Trainingroute. This is where the apprentice is visited and observed by an assessor whilst at work. Theseobservations contribute to the evidence, which is gathered by the apprentice and assessor, forinsertion into the apprentice’s NVQ portfolio.The registration, training and NVQ assessment fees are fully funded by ConstructionSkills grantsfor all employers who are levy registered and meet all the requirements for receiving grants.

This 24 day off-site training programme covers the following-• Introduction, Induction and Employment Rights and Responsibilities• Overview of Rainscreen Cladding, Terminology, Materials and Components, Safe WorkingPractices

• Preparing Backgrounds, Fixing Techniques, Setting Out and Alignment, Insulated Systems, MetalPanels, Forming Flashings and Openings, Rain Water Goods

• Repair of Cladding Systems, Removal of Existing Wall Cladding

As well as general Health and Safety training on:

• Working at Heights• Asbestos Awareness• Abrasive Wheels• Manual Handling• Emergency First Aid at Work and Fire Safety



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Mastic Ashphalt RoofingLevel 2 Mastic Asphalt Apprenticeship (Full Framework)


Duration

Roofing Colleges & Roof Training Centres

CITB GrantGrant Ref Description App A/MA AA/MA

only conv directA02 First year attendance/incentive £1,965 n/a £1,965


A31 NVQ Level 2 achievement £400 n/a *£400

A04*** App/FMA framework achievement £1,975 n/a £1,975


A32 NVQ Level 3 achievement n/a £400 £400


Total £6,000 £4,250 £10,250

You will need to commit to the full 23 weeks of study. Much of the learning on the coursewill take place at College, with some assignments undertaken through accessing theCollege’s Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).

*If your apprentice iscompleting an AAdirect apprenticeshipthey may not completethe NVQ Level 2 or theapprenticeshipframework. However,the value of thesegrants will be paid toyou when yourapprentice achievesthe AA.

For more details checkthe grant section onthe CITB website.

• Hackney College, London

This course provides you with a broad knowledge, understanding and skills training tobecome qualified within Mastic Asphalting. The qualification is aimed at people whowish to join the construction industry as a Mastic Asphalter.

Assessment and TrainingThis is a combination of classroom based theory and worksheets based practical training.The apprentice will undertake regular progress reviews and the employer will be kept upto date with the apprentice performance.

Qualifications / Certification• Level 2 Construction Diploma in Mastic Asphalt / Level 3 Construction Diploma in Mastic Asphalt

• Level 2 NVQ/SVQ Diploma in Mastic Asphalt / Level 3 Construction Diploma in Mastic Asphalt

• Level 1 Functional Skills / Level 2 Functional Skills• Employment Rights and Responsibilities• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills

Progression• Level 3 Mastic Ashphalt Apprenticeship



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Lead & Hard Metal Training

Hands-on Technical Training and Expertise in Using Lead andHard Metals in Construction The LSA has created a state of the art, purpose built training facility in East Peckham, Kent. This includesfull scale training rigs and resources as well as providing a well-equipped environment in which to learn asit recreates real-life situations. It has developed it’s range of courses over the years in response to theneeds of installers and employers, offering a flexible approach to allow participants to get the most out oftheir training.

The Training Prospectus will guide you through the vocational courses and qualifications that are availablefor those wanting to improve their skills and expertise.

If you are interested in a leadwork or a hard metals course, please contact the Lead Sheet Associationdirectly to discuss the course that most suits your needs.

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Basic Welding - 3 DaysAimsThis course is designed for those with little or no experience of working with lead sheet. This course ismainly practical and gives an introduction to the skills required for working with lead sheet and will allowcandidates to develop competence in• Welding lead sheet details, to include positional and non-positional welding techniques.• Correct setting up and shutting down of the oxy-acetylene equipment.• Aspects of health and safety.Traditionally the welding of lead sheet has been known as lead burning. Lead welding is widely used as analternative to bossing and is preferred for situations where bossing is likely to result in unacceptablethinning of the lead sheet.This course will give the opportunity for a real hands on experience where you will discover how leadsheet can be manipulated and formed to a variety of shapes used in roofing applications by using handtools, and using hot and cold working techniques.The basic technique can be taught in a relatively short period of time, however the challenge is to thendevelop this skill in order to tackle the most demanding application - ornamental, vertical, or even upsidedown welding - and yet still provide a neat and weatherproof finish. This must be achieved withoutcompromising the weatherproof quality of the installation and therefore demands a high degree of skilland knowledge.

Basic Welding & Bossing - 5 DaysAimsBossing and Welding are two most common skills used by today’s leadworkers and these courses providea starting point for learning these essential foundations of leadwork practice.This course combines the two main working techniques into a concentrated training programme and willinclude safe working methods for the product.On completion of the course delegates should know the health and safety procedures for working withlead sheet and be able to form leadwork details by bossing and welding techniques.

Who should attend?While there are no special entry requirements this course would be useful for roofing and general buildingcontractors who want to become more skilled in the prefabrication and installation of typical lead flashing details.

BenefitsThe level of skill of a leadworker can often be determined by the neatness, uniformity and finishedappearance. You or your staff will gain skills and knowledge of lead welding and how to form lead sheetdetails, there-by improving the quality of leadwork and productivity on site.

Dates & VenueDates are flexible: please telephone 01622 872432 to book your place.Courses are held at the LSA Training Centre in East Peckham, Kent.

What should you bring?Safety Boots, overalls or warehouse coat are all you need as the tools, materials, and lead sheet requiredfor the course are included in the price.

FundingIf you or your company is in scope of CITB, grants are available up to £50.00 per day per person. Please contact your local CITB office for details.

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City & Guilds 6055 Leadworkers CertificateA City & Guilds qualification is nationally recognised as proof that you have achieved a high degree ofcompetency in your craft. The Certificate course consists of 4 modules and is approximately 35 daysduration, which you can complete with a combination of 35-day release weekdays and/or Saturday sessions.

To complete an Advanced Certificate you will need to attend a further module that requires another 15 days attendance.

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Leadwork Specialist Apprenticeship Programme (SAP) QCF Level 2Age Group All ages apprentices 16 +

Duration This course is covered over a two year period with 30 days attending off the job training.

The remainder of the time is spent with the employer on site, gaining experience necessaryfor the assessment on the NVQ/SVQ Diploma carried out by a roofing assessor from theroofing college/roof training centre.

Roofing Colleges & Roof Training Centres• LSA Training Centre, East Peckham, Kent

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ApprenticeshipOverview Aim

SAP is a 2-year apprenticeship scheme that leads to a QCF Level 2 in Metal Roofing (Lead &Hard Metals) while automatically gaining a City & Guilds 6055 Leadworks Certificate andConstruction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) recognition, once successfully completed ahealth & safety test.

This training scheme is designed to be delivered in a modularised manner by a combinationof formal instructions off-job, followed by on-site training with an employer, where the finalend assessment of the skills and knowledge gained will be carried out.

Qualifications / Certification• QCF Level 2 in Metal Roofing (Lead & Hard Metals)• City & Guilds 6055 Leadworks Certificate



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Specialist Apprenticeship Programme (SAP) Heritage Leadwork QCF Level 3

Age Group All ages apprentices 16 +

Duration Delivery of 15 days training programme and assessment towards the Level 3 NVQ Heritage Leadwork qualification.

Roofing Colleges & Roof Training Centres• Lead Sheet Association Training Centre

CITB Grant

ApprenticeshipOverview Who should attend?

Those candidates who have successfully completed the Metal Roofing QCF Level 2Lead/Hard Metals. Experienced leadworkers already working at the level ofcompetence and wishing to work on pre 1919 heritage and listed building projects.

Benefits• QCF Level 3 Heritage Leadworks

Qualifications / Certification• QCF Level 3 Heritage Leadworks

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Description Value £3rd year attendance £1,125

VQ Level 3 £400

Advanced framework achievement £1,100

Advanced framework achievement £1,500



Please note that the Employer willbe claiming the CITB grant andpaying the training provider for thedelivery of the SpecialistApprenticeship Programme.

Funding as per 2015 - 2016 GrantScheme Year.


Specialist Apprentice Programme (SAP) in Hard MetalsResulting Qualification QCF levels 2 & 3Course Length: Level 2 - 2 years, Level 3 - Additional 1 year

Age Group The preferred minimum age for new entrants to the SAP programme is 18 years due to thenature of the work, and therefore, there is thought to be no requirement for ‘key skills’inclusion. However, the training programme will allow for 16 year olds to attend the course.

Duration This course is covered over a two year period with 30 days attending off the job training atthe roofing college/roof training centre.

The remainder of the time is spent with the employer on site, gaining experience necessaryfor the assessment on the NVQ/SVQ Diploma carried out by a roofing assessor from theroofing college/roof training centre

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ApprenticeshipOverview Who is the course for?

Hard Metal working is a highly exacting skill used by roofing and specialist roofingcontractors throughout the construction industry. This course is aimed at those who arecurrently, or will be in the future, involved in installing Hard Metal weathering to a variety ofbuildings from domestic housing to historic and listed buildings, churches and cathedrals.

Course Aims & BenefitsThe SAP training programme provides a Hard Metal apprentice with two years training andresults in an QCF Level 2 Qualification. It combines attendance at the LSA training centrewith onsite training and assessments.

In more detail, this involves the combination of formal instruction off-job, which includes. 30days attendance at LSA Training Centre, which is usually completed by attending block release.

This is followed by on site training with an employer, where the final assessment of the skillsand knowledge of participants will be carried out.

During the first twelve months of the programme the trainee will serve as a third person in ateam of two men where they will have the ability to learn without being under undue stressor pressure. At the start of month 13 the trainee will be allowed to work as the secondperson in a two-man gang, and when an employer feels that they have acquired sufficientskills and experience to take more responsibility they will be allowed to work safely with less supervision.

The course content is also designed to ensure that the candidates are able to understand thehazards and safe working practices within this specialised industry, and on completion of thetraining the apprentice will be able to form and install metal flashings, weatherings, and roofdetails to a variety of roofs finishes to recognised practice and standards of competence.

The SAP is a great way to improve your skills and is designed to provide flexibility throughthe on site training elements to suit an employer’s business needs and at the same timeprovide on the job and off site training.

Qualifications / Certification• Qualification Credit Framework (QCF) Level 2 Metal Roofing in (Hard Metals)• Course length: two years• This apprenticeship programme will lead to a (QCF) Level 2 qualification and ConstructionSkills Certification Scheme (CSCS) recognition, on satisfactory completion of the health &safety test.

• Having gained a (QCF) Level 2 you are then eligible to undertake (QCF) Level 3 whichtakes an additional year.

Progression• Level 3 SAP in Hard Metals

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Hard Metal Courses (Copper, Zinc & Stainless Steel)The training available covers all levels of expertise and interest from the committed individual who wantsto make working with hard metals a career; workers who already work with hard metals and wish toimprove their skills set and those who need to know more about hard metals and their properties if theyare specifying it in a building project.

All the training, apart from the specially requested mobile facilities, takes place at the unique TrainingCentre based in Kent, where the training courses in hard metals form an integral part of a craft skillslearning environment. Everything is provided, all you need are your safety boots and overalls.

In order for us to assess your skills and enable us to recommend the course most suited to yourexperience and requirements, you would need to complete a Hard Metals Self Assessment form.

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PV Solar

Photovoltaic Solar Training (PV Solar)Course ObjectivesThe Solar PV Installation course will help you understand and provide you with the knowledgeon how Solar PV Panels attach safely to the roof. You will gain the understanding on howdifferent Solar Systems work and provide energy for the home owner.

Course Outline• Electrical regulations and working with DC current• How solar energy works• Sizing and Setting out for the System• Attaching anchor points for the Rails and Panels• Attaching the Solar Panels to tiled roofs• Roof Integrity and Remedial Repairs• F.I.T. overview• Health and safety regulations• MCS requirements• Planning and building regulations• Access to height

Course RequirementsDelegates must be competent in working at height.

Roofing Colleges / Training CentresPlease refer to the training centre index: pages 21-25.

Green Roofs Training by LANTRALevel 2 Diploma in Installing & Maintaining a Green Roof (QCF)This Qualification is linked to a range of National Occupational Standards (NOS) suites includingHorticulture. This ensures that personnel working within industry meet minimum standards. ThisQualification will provide the learner with the knowledge, understanding and skills required forundertaking specific tasks within Green Roofs.

The adoption of ‘green roofs’ offers a wide range of benefits from including provision of biodiversity, extrainsulation, extension of the life of the membrane, reduction in air borne particulates, moderation theurban ‘heat island’ effect, reduction of the rate and volume of water run-off and the creation of openspace for amenity.

Traditionally the construction of roofs has not required specialist horticultural expertise and subsequently thereare very few people able to install and maintain a green roof. Whilst the technology and material resource exists,skilled labour does not. It is likely that climate change and specifically sustainable urban drainage issues aregoing to lead to an increase in the amount of green roofs being retrofitted into existing properties.

Who is it for?This Qualification is designed for learners who wish to develop their knowledge and skills in green roofsenabling them to work safely, effectively and efficiently in the workplace. It will suit a number of differentneeds, including those learners looking to progress into work and onto an apprenticeship and it will alsosuit those currently in employment looking to enhance/update their skills and/or undertake further study.

This Qualification will be available for learners aged pre-16 and 16+ to take through a full time course atcollege. It will also be suitable for those private providers who wish to offer some provision to thoselearners who may not be ready for an apprenticeship.

There are no specific entry requirements and learners will be able to progress onto further full timeprogrammes or an apprenticeship.

This Qualification is targeted at the Landscaping and Horticultural Industry, as well as to the conventionalroofing contracting industry. It is envisaged that in terms of the waterproofing contracting industry thatthese Qualifications will set a precedent that green roofing is a practice of the landscaping andhorticultural industry. Conventional construction contractors/companies would need to have qualifiedoperatives with an understanding of the greening elements of a green roof, landscaping techniques andhorticultural expertise to ensure quality green roof installation and maintenance.

The level 2 Diploma in Installing and Maintaining a Green Roof is aimed at the ‘technician’ and the Level 3Diploma in Planning and Monitoring the Construction and Maintenance of a Green Roof at the ‘supervisor’.

The things you need to know:Cost: Cost is determined by yourtraining provider.

To find your nearest providerplease check on LANTRA website:www.lantra.co.uk


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Thatching

Roof Thatching TrainingCskills Awards L2 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations(Construction) - Thatching QUE842 / 600/3699/0The Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations qualification has been developed and designed torecognise the knowledge, skills and competence of individuals who specialise in roofing in theconstruction industry. For this Thatching pathway, the learner will need to demonstrate skills,knowledge and understanding in core subject areas, such as General health, safety and welfare,Productive working practices and Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace. They willalso need to demonstrate occupational competence in: - Preparing Roof Structures for Thatching -Preparing Thatching Materials - Thatching Structures - Erecting and Dismantling Access/WorkingPlatforms. NVQs are based on National Occupational Standards that describe the 'competencies'expected in any given job role. Typically, learners will work towards an NVQ that reflects their job role.This qualification and the units which form it have been designed to sit within the Qualifications andCredit Framework (QCF) which is regulated by Ofqual. The QCF is a framework designed to support ademand-led approach to skills based on the building up and transfer of credit awarded for learning ina flexible, responsive and inclusive manner. Supported by Federation LCA.

QCF641 Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace

QCF642 Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace

QCF250CA Erecting and Dismantling Access/Working Platforms in the Workplace

QCF643 Moving, Handling and Storing Resources in the Workplace

QCF116v2 Preparing Roof Structures for Thatching in the Workplace

QCF117v2 Preparing Thatching Materials in the Workplace

QCF118v2 Thatching Structures in the Workplace

How to applyFor more information please contact:CITB, National Specialists Office, Unit 1, Bridge Business Park, 674 Melton Road, Thurmaston, LE4 8BBTelephone: 0300 456 5518 Website: www.citb.co.uk


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The Basic Competency Programme (BCP)What is a Basic Competency Programme (BCP)?The Basic Competency Programme (BCP) is based on BCP approved manufacturer training coursesderived from the Minimum Technical Competency (MTCs) and mapped to the National OccupationalStandards (NOS) and a Vocational Qualification (VQ).

The main objective of the programme is to support the operatives who has neither a full competency noran official roofing qualification to obtain one and also help them to convert their green CSCS card to ablue Skilled Worker CSCS card.

The BCP is endorsed by CITB and Competent Roofer Scheme as well as the CSCS. Operatives attendingsuccessfully the BCP course are able to apply for a 3 years Red Experienced Worker CSCS card which willput the operatives on the path to becoming competent and qualified.

What is the aim of a BCP? It is to give the individual a certificate of competency in the knowledge and understanding of systemproducts, health, safety and welfare at a recognised level in the industry.

Is there a qualification at the end of a BCP?No, but there will be a BCP certificate of recognition which can be taken to other roofing disciplines ormanufacturers. There will also be a mapping of specific elements of the programme towards a VocationalQualification (VQ).

Would I be eligible to attend the BCP and apply for the 3 years Red Experienced Worker CSCS Card? Roofing operatives who want to get on the path of achieving a competency and a roofing qualificationcan attend the BCP course, however the manufactures’ product training eligibility criteria still applies.

The BCP Course may not be sufficient for the roofing operative to achieve a roofing qualification.Depending on their experience, the roofing operative might have to undertake further training and get aqualification and should consider the Specialist Apprenticeship Programmes (SAP) or the SpecialistUpskilling Programmes (SUP).

How can I register on the BCP course? The BCP is only delivered by approved BCP manufacturers. For approved BCP manufacturer courses contact:

What manufacturers can participate in the BCP?Only BCP approved manufacturers.

What typical elements of a BCP would be mapped toward a VQThe elements on health & safety, safety & welfare plus the interpretation of information and instructionsgiven are examples of areas which can be mapped on the knowledge and understanding side of BCP. Onthe practical training, items on PPE, use of tools and equipment and communication are some of theelements which can be mapped as contributing evidence toward a VQ.

Tiling BCP / Built-up Felt Roofing / Sheeting & Cladding BCP The National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC)Kevin Taylor (BCP Tiling), Mike Long (BCP sheeting and cladding), Bill Jenkins (BCP Built-up Felt Roofing)Tel: 020 7638 7663. Email: [email protected]. Website: www.nfrc.co.uk

Liquid Roofing BCP Liquid Roofing Waterproofing Association (LRWA)Chris Bussens / Terry Wain. Tel: 07708 87202. Email: [email protected]. Website: www.lrwa.co.uk

Single Ply Roofing BCP Single Ply Roofing Association (SPRA)Gary Walpole. Tel: 07767 847053. Email: [email protected]. Website: www.spra.co.uk

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Is there a cost for a BCP?Yes, you would need to check with the approved BCPManufacturer when booking a place on the course.

Is there CITB funding for a BCP?Yes, if you are CITB levy registered, you can claim the CITB short duration grant currently for £50.00 per day.

CertificationOn completion of the BCP Course you will be asked to take anend test. Subject to successfully passing this, you will be issuedwith a Basic Competency Programme Certificate valid for 3 years.At this point you will then be able to contact the CSCS team andapply for the 3 years Red Experienced Worker CSCS Card. N.B. Please note that you would need to have a valid Health & Safety CSCS Test when you are applyingfor your CSCS Card.

When can I get a Roofing QualificationYou have up to 18 months from the time when you are issued with the 3 years Red Experienced WorkerCSCS Card to become registered for NVQ Level 2 Roofing Qualifications. If during the 18 months period you fail to register, you will be contacted by a representative fromLRWA/SPRA/NFRC/CITB to offer you advice and guidance.N.B. You will not be able to reapply via Basic Competency Programme for the 3 years Red ExperiencedWorker Card after 3 years if you fail to achieve your Level 2 Roofing Qualifications.

What benefits will there be for an employer?• A more knowledgeable and competent employee• An employee who will be partly committed to going on to a VQ• All training will be recognised within the industry and by the CITB and delivered by a team of qualified providers• Assessment time could be reduced on an OSAT• The generic element can count towards a SUP, again saving training days • Employees will have an enhanced cv which is likely to improve the opportunity of increased business• More trained individuals installing the system products, which can be added to the specificationcommitment to housing associations, local authorities, etc

• Links with additional websites – LWRA, RIA, NFRC and CITB, giving a greater social media presencewithin the roofing industry

What benefits are there for the individual?• 3 Years Red Experience Worker CSCS Card leading to the Blue Skilled Worker CSCS Card• The gaining of generic knowledge that can be taken into other roofing sectors• The completion of a recognised training programme with a certificate at the end• A contribution towards the assessment criteria of a vocational qualification with the mapping of specificelements across the programme

• Give the individual a better understanding of the roofing industry• Ensure a more competent operative when installing the manufacturers’ products• Will become a benefit to employer’s workforce by improving the CV • Will already have the exposure to a VQ giving him encouragement to stay in the roofing industry andfurther vocation


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ATTENDS the BasicCompetency Programme

with an approved BCP Manufacturer

1 ROOFING OPERATIVE

PASSES the BCP End Teston the approved BCP Manufacturer training course

2 ROOFING OPERATIVE

Receives the BCPCERTIFICATE from the

approved BCPManufacturer (certificate valid for 3 years)*

3 ROOFING OPERATIVE

Registers and passes theWorking at Heights CSCS

H&S Test (if required)

4 ROOFING OPERATIVE

Applies for the 3 Years Red Experienced WorkerCSCS Card if required

(this card can not be renewed)

5 ROOFING OPERATIVE

CONTACT FEDERATION/ ASSOCIATION to

register on the NVQ /SVQLevel 2 qualification

within 18 months fromwhen applied for the 3 years ExperiencedWorker CSCS Card

6 ROOFING OPERATIVE

ACHIEVES the NVQ/SVQLevel 2 Qualification

9 ROOFING OPERATIVE

APPLIES for the BlueSkilled Worker CSCS Card

10 ROOFING OPERATIVE

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8 OSAT ROUTE

8 UPSKILLING ROUTE

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CompetentRoofer

Competency through CompetentRooferCompetentRoofer is the Government Competent Person Scheme that allows professional roofingcontractors to self-certify that their roof refurbishment work complies with Building Regulations withinEngland and Wales. The scheme encompasses all roofing types for domestic, industrial and commercialproperties and is open to all roofing contractors to apply.

If 50% or more of your roof needs to be replaced, then under the Building Regulations, Local Authoritiesneed to be notified a minimum of 48 hours before work commences. If you don’t then you risk a fine of upto £5,000, plus the cost of putting the work right if it isn’t up to the required standards.

By using CompetentRoofer registered contractors, property owners will save not only time and money, butwill have the added reassurance that the work carried out meets the exacting standards of the BuildingRegulations

RegulationCompetentRoofer registered contractors are compliant and up to date with the Building Regulations.

ReliabilityCompetentRoofer registered contractors are professional contractors who are thoroughly audited andinspected prior to acceptance and undergo regular inspections thereafter.

ReassuranceA ten year insurance-backed guarantee is included with notification of roof refurbishment works upto a value of £50,000 where the building height is four storeys or less (also available forcommercial/industrial works).


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Management TrainingManagers and supervisors have limited access to job-specific training in the roofing disciplines.Accounts and administration are well catered for, as they are mainly universal throughout industry andbusiness in general. However, problems can arise in information and training regarding products’systems and procedures,which these may include areas such as legislation and specific regulations.

Most managers and supervisors gain their experience from life, undertaking the job and by genericmanagement courses. Many of them rely on life and experience as they are ‘too busy’ working to spendtime training. One of the most important benefits of Management and Supervisor training, whethergeneric, specific or trade-related, is that it offers individuals not only person development but alsobusiness development opportunities. Examples include NVQ Level 6 Construction, Management andTechnical Course (IOR approved), Level 6 Construction Contracting Operations qualification.

Courses are now available in roofing-specific management and supervisory areas of expertise.

The Institute of Roofing (IoR) provides various levels of entry to their professional body. It has a detailedsyllabus that is delivered by training providers leading to the examinations of the Institute of Roofing.

What are the benefits ofsupervisor & manager training? Briefly, they are as follows:• Proof of competence• Opportunities to progress in the industry• Continued professional development• Develop one’s own experience and skills• Learn new techniques• Follow product development and technical requirements

• Understand relationships to other trades• Managing Teams• Succession plans• Company development• Employee development

Information can be obtained from:The Institute of Roofing (IoR)Website: www.instituteofroofing.orgE-mail: [email protected]

Industry Accreditation Route• Managers with over 10 years roofingindustry experience at management levelwhich meet the criteria and submit acomprehensive CV

• Or hold evidence relating to otherqualifications accepted by the Institute

Exam route• Sit and pass either the IoR associate or licentiateexam (Management & Technician Course)

• Members can also deliver a work based 10,000word thesis

• Or in exceptional circumstances be nominatedby the Board

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Associate Management & Technician Course Schedule

Institute of Roofing Membership Grades

Introduction, profiling, IOR membership & exam process, Basic technology, roof types & systems. Short exercise.

Health & Safety legislation- including HASWA, Work at Height Regulations. RIDDOR CDM.

Roofing Science & Technology. Design criteria, material origins & uses Carbon emission (solar).

Appreciation of applications of Slating & Tiling and understanding drawings.

Basic accountancy, Balance Sheets, Profit & Loss accounts, Cash flow. employment issues, legal requirements, revision exercise.

Appreciation of the various aspects and systems used in Sheeting & Cladding.

Revision Exercise, recap previous weeks & review.

The Housing grants & Regeneration act, late payment legislation, Contracts forms, Programmes - Progress charts & Work monitoring.

Principles of estimating, surveying, SMM, NBS area calculation, compiling quotations, terms & conditions.

Business procedures- Insurance, Marketing, Quality control, Quality Standards ISO 9000, S/NVQs, CSCS, Regulations & British Standards eg, Building, Planning, Work of BSI, BBA, BRE, CE.

Application of liquid coatings - PVC, Bitumen, GRP, Asphalt single ply and BUF.

Employment issues, Business management, principles of supervision, resource control & motivation

Frames & Structures, terminology, loadings, structural stability, Drainage calculations

Contracts Management, supervising & planning, Method statements, risk assessment. Revision exercises.

Part L of the building regulations and impact on roofing work, thermal calculations, Insulation types and values, vapour control methods and breather membranes. BIM, Bream mock exam, revision and recap.

Green Roofing explained Overview of supported metal systems-lead-zinc-copper-steel applications.

IOR Associate exam.

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