Unit details for Create the built environment: using tools - National Database of Accredited Qualifications

Create the built environment: using tools

Unit summary

Students will understand a range of hazards and risks commonly encountered in the construction of the built environment and show how they can be minimised. Students will apply good practice in safe working techniques by appropriate selection and use of a range of tools, materials and personal protective equipment to perform construction activities. In so doing, students will develop knowledge and understanding of career pathways in the construction industry.

Unit details

Unit reference number

R/500/9496

Unit owner name

AQA - City & Guilds

Unit owner reference number

2.5

Unit level

Level 2

Unit sector/subject area<br>Unit sub-areas

05 Construction, Planning and the Built Environment
- 05.2 Building and Construction

Unit guided learning hours

Unit grading system

A*/A/B/C

Unit Dates

Available from:

01/09/2008

Expiry:

31/08/2013

Unit assessment methods

Task-based controlled assessment

Learning outcome / assessment criteria

Learning Outcome	Assessment Criteria
1 understand Health, Safety and Welfare issues associated with using construction equipment	1 Health, safety and welfare issues associated with construction equipment a explain the importance of health and safety on construction sites in terms of: i on-site inductions for employees ii safe methods of working iii good housekeeping iv using the appropriate tools, materials, PPE and access equipment b identify and describe a range of hazards and risks associated with: i normal working practices ii natural and manufactured materials iii hazardous substances (COSHH) iv working in confined spaces v working at height vi working below ground vii the provision and use of work equipment c analyse risk assessments for: i normal working practices ii natural and manufactured materials iii hazardous substances (COSHH) iv working in confined spaces v working at height vi working below ground vii the provision and use of work equipment d select and use safe working methods to control hazards and minimise risks: i interpret risk assessments and method statements ii select and use appropriate control measures.
2 know how to select appropriate tools, materials, PPE and hand tool skills for particular tasks	2 Selection of tools, materials, PPE and hand tool skills a select a range of PPE in terms of: i intended purpose ii intended use: • general site wear • specific work activities b identify and describe skills using different hand tools with different materials in the: i construction crafts ii building services crafts c select the correct tools, access equipment and materials for given craft activities.
3 be able to work safely when using tools to perform craft tasks	3 Working safety when using tools to perform craft tasks a use a range of different hand tools and equipment to work with different materials b apply safe working practices to the use of tools both independently and as part of a team: i carpentry and joinery ii bricklaying iii painting and decorating iv building services crafts: • plumbing • electrical.
4 know how to plan a career in constructing the built environment.	4 Careers opportunities a compare and contrast career opportunities in construction and the built environment: i range and characteristics of career opportunities ii level of available career opportunities in the following fields: • craft • technical • supervisory • professional and management iii nature of interactions between those who work in construction iv progression opportunities available in construction v qualifications needed to support career progression.