LEVEL 2 WOOD PRESERVING & DAMP PROOFING NVQ

A Level 2 NVQ in Wood Preserving & Damp Proofing is a qualification designed for individuals working to protect buildings from moisture and decay. It focuses on the practical skills and knowledge needed to identify, treat and prevent damp, rot, and wood infestation in domestic and commercial properties. Learners gain hands-on experience in applying preservation treatments, installing damp-proofing systems and following health and safety procedures on site, helping them demonstrate competence and professionalism in their trade.

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Who Is This For

A Level 2 NVQ in Wood Preserving & Damp Proofing is ideal for those already working or starting out in the building preservation industry. It’s designed for tradespeople such as damp proofing technicians, timber treatment specialists, or general construction workers who carry out preservation and protection work on buildings. This qualification allows learners to prove their competence on site, gain industry-recognised certification and progress their career within the construction and property maintenance sectors.

Mandatory Units

Learners must complete the five mandatory units

  • Conforming to general health, safety and welfare in the workplace
  • Conforming to productive working practices in the workplace
  • Moving, handling and storing resources in the workplace
  • Installing insulation to cold roofs in the workplace
  • Insulation and Building Treatments, Building Construction, Defects and Interfaces

Optional Units

Learners can choose to take additional units but they do not form part of the core qualification

  • Develop Customer Relationships
  • Erecting and Dismantling Access/Working Platforms in the Workplace

How You Will Learn

All Level 2 NVQs from the UK Skills Academy lead to a Blue CSCS card which is the certification that allows you to show your employer that you are qualified and have the knowledge and expertise to conduct yourself on-site in a safe and responsible manner. CSCS cards provide proof that individuals working on construction sites have the appropriate training and qualifications for the job they do on-site.

Eligibility

Duration

Our NVQs are flexible to work around you and the trade you are currently working in. You will be registered for 8-10 weeks and your assessor will collect a range of evidence from your workplace, work with you on assessments and will require your knowledge workbook to be completed in the first 4 weeks.

CITB Registered?

You could be eligible to receive up to £600 back upon completion if you are registered with CITB.

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