NVQ Unit Erecting and Dismantling Working Platforms

Course overview

Practical, easy-to-follow training in NVQ Unit Erecting and Dismantling Working Platforms, helping learners understand key risks, responsibilities, controls and good practice relevant to the workplace.

NVQ Unit – Erecting and Dismantling Working Platforms – Online Course

Level 2 NVQ Unit | Duration: Approx. 70 minutes

Course Overview This online course provides the knowledge component for the Level 2 NVQ Unit: Erecting and Dismantling Working Platforms, helping learners understand the procedures, risks, and legislation associated with safe working at height. The final module includes a written assessment section where learners can input their responses for assessor review and use the completed document as part of their NVQ work portfolio.

What You’ll Learn By the end of this course, you will be able to: Identify and interpret workplace legislation and official guidance Understand the considerations for fixed scaffolding before, during, and after assembly Safely plan and execute the use of scaffold towers and Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) Apply safe working practices and select the correct resources to minimise workplace injuries

Course Modules

Final module includes a written response section for portfolio use.

Who Should Take This Course? This course is suitable for:

• ️ Learners working towards a Level 2 NVQ in Construction or Site Work
• New operatives handling working platform systems
• Site supervisors overseeing scaffolding and platform use

Why Choose This Course?

• Fulfils a core knowledge unit for NVQ Level 2 Construction pathways
• Improves safety, efficiency, and awareness of platform systems
• 100% online – learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere
• Submit written evidence for assessor marking and portfolio inclusion

Further Progression Recommended follow-up courses include:

• NVQ – Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare
• COSHH Awareness
• Asbestos Awareness
• Abrasive Wheels
• Working at Height

System Requirements

• Browser: Latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Safari or Edge
• Memory: 1GB RAM or more
• Internet: Stable broadband connection (3Mb+ recommended)
• Video: Updated drivers for video playback

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UK guidance and good-practice context

Content reviewed for clear learning outcomes and cautious UK compliance wording; role-specific legal requirements should be checked before relying on training alone.

Important: This course supports knowledge and awareness. It does not replace site-specific risk assessments, employer procedures, competent supervision or role-specific practical training where these are required.