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Demolition operative (level 2)

Carrying out the process of demolishing or part-demolishing structures ranging from standard brick and concrete buildings to bridges, industrial plants and power stations.

Qualification level
2
Equivalent to GCSE.
Typical duration
24 months
Apprenticeship category
Construction and the built environment
Maximum funding
£18,000
Maximum amount government will fund
for apprenticeship training.
Skills
Skills an apprentice will learn
  • Health, Safety & Environment Protection: Carry out point of work risk assessments
  • Health, Safety & Environment Protection: Identify and report hazards, unsafe conditions and uncontrolled demolition operations
  • Health, Safety & Environment Protection: Follow and apply the safe systems of work, permits and seek authorisation including the discovery of hazardous materials
  • Health, Safety & Environment Protection: Identify when an area is or potentially becomes a confined space and carry out the necessary confined space precautions
  • Health, Safety & Environment Protection: Wear the correct Personal Protective Equipment for the demolition operations to be carried out, inspect and store when not in use
  • Health, Safety & Environment Protection: Work safely in varying conditions around the site including at height, in close proximity to other operations, contaminated ground, plant and lifting equipment
  • Demolition Procedures & Methods: Limitations and when to hand the work over to the Demolition Topman
  • Demolition Procedures & Methods: Identify different materials and components of a structure
  • Demolition Procedures & Methods: Calculate and quantify materials for removal from site
  • Demolition Procedures & Methods: Apply the safest and most appropriate process to the demolition task
  • Demolition Procedures & Methods: Recognise when the task is not going to the plan and when to stop and seek advice or hand over to the Topman
  • Hand & Power Tools for Demolition Operations: Select the correct tool, carry out pre-use checks and identify any faults with hand and power tools and remote-controlled demolition equipment
  • Hand & Power Tools for Demolition Operations: Report defects and dispose of faulty tools and equipment following the correct procedure
  • Hand & Power Tools for Demolition Operations: Demonstrate how to use hand and power tools safely along with remote controlled equipment for the demolition task to be completed
  • Hand & Power Tools for Demolition Operations: Leave tools and equipment in a safe state and store in the appropriate location on completion
  • Fuel Cutting Operations: Select and identify the correct type of cutting equipment associated with the work to be completed
  • Fuel Cutting Operations: Set up equipment and carry out daily per use checks, identify faults, report any defects and condemn unsuitable and faulty equipment
  • Fuel Cutting Operations: Apply different types of cut in relation to varying situations, material types and thickness relating to non-structural steel beams at ground level
  • Lifting & Demolition Plant Operatives: Carry out all work safely in line with legislation and official guidance
  • Lifting & Demolition Plant Operatives: Read and follow a lift plan and demonstrate how to complete the work exactly to the detail
  • Lifting & Demolition Plant Operatives: Select the correct accessories for the load to be lifted
  • Lifting & Demolition Plant Operatives: Utilise various types of lifting accessory to sling and lift loads
  • Lifting & Demolition Plant Operatives: Guide demolition plant to carry out operations using a range of communication methods
  • Communication: Communicate clearly with all internal and external personnel using the correct terminology
  • Communication: Use a range of communication methods including radios and hand signals
  • Team Working: Demonstrate a strong ability to work as part of a team working cooperatively with others
  • Team Working: Provide support to other team members as required
  • Team Working: Demonstrate a clear understanding of your role and limitations
  • Team Working: Undertake all tasks responsibly and apply safe working practices

Full information on Demolition operative (level 2) is available from the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.

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