ServiceTech Training Programme - Level 2

Training could include some or all of the following modules:

• Module 1: Electrical Equipment - Including basic electrical theory, combined inspection and test (PAT) procedures, test equipment use (meters / RCD testers) and basic repairs e.g. cables, switches and plugs.
• Module 2: Mechanical Equipment - Including 2 stroke and 4 stroke SI engines and single cylinder diesel (CI) Engines.
• Module 3: Non-Mechanical Equipment - Typically delivered alongside Module 7, covers equipment from Acrows to Tyrol Guns, ladders, trestles and tower scaffold, steel and GRP coated tools (inspection and maintenance including LPG checks).
• Module 4: Small Plant - Micro and mini excavators, tracked dumpers and forward tipping dumpers (inspection, maintenance and basic adjustments and repairs).
• Module 5: Powered Access - Covering boom and scissor lift inspection, testing and basic fault diagnosis.
• Module 6: Health and Safety - Using the industry-proven IOSH Working Safely programme, a nationally recognised qualification for health & safety practices including hazard detection, improving safety and protecting the environment.
• Module 7: Materials Hoists - Typically delivered alongside Module 3 and covers the Genie Superlift series and/or Sumner 2000 series machines.
• Module 8: Road-Tow Equipment - Typically delivered alongside Module 9, covers hire equipment trailer checks, maintenance and basic repairs
• Module 9: Traffic Management Equipment - Typically delivered alongside Module 8, covers inspection and basic repairs
• Module 10: Generators and Lighting Towers - Up to 10kVA items, checks, tests and basic repairs
• Module 11: Welding, Heating and Cutting - Using arc, TIG, MIG and gas equipment safely for basic repairs
• Module 12: Climate Control, Heating, Cooling & Drying - electric (IR and fan), gas and oil heaters, basic checks and repairs

The qualification is assessed in the workplace over the first twelve months of the programme. Each training module covers specific requirements for the units to ensure technicians have the required knowledge. The assessment will look for evidence that learning is put into practice against the national standard.

Programme Benefits

• Delegates will achieve a Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Construction Plant or Machinery Maintenance (Construction)
• Delegates also receive certificates of competence for all modules attended. For Module 1 this would be a valid Electrical (PAT) Testing certificate
• Hire companies whose workshop operatives have completed the programme will gain advantages when being audited for SafeHire Certification