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This occupation is found in the construction and built environment sector. Curtain Walling is an integral part of the building external envelope. Curtain walling installers work primarily in the commercial market and on higher-end residential projects ranging from simple single storey retail screens to multi storey, high rise office and residential developments.
Curtain walling is predominately manufactured from aluminium. For specialist applications curtain walling systems are also available in timber and steel materials.
Aluminium offers a durable and lightweight framework which is typically anchored to the primary structure of the building. Curtain walling can have infills such as window and door inserts, glass panels, ventilation and acoustic elements.
The broad purpose of the occupation is to install curtain wall systems to form all, or part of the external envelope of a building. Curtain walling systems are structurally capable of spanning multiple floors. They offer a continuous glazed façade, often covering the full height of the building.
The installation process includes fixing of the primary system, securing the infill materials and applying all the perimeter abutment products following The Centre for Window and Cladding Technology (CWCT) guidelines and manufacturers systems’ manuals.
In their daily work, an employee in this occupation interacts with other members of the installation team, site managers and installation managers, the client, main contractors, architect, design team, external envelope contractors, system supplier and façade consultants.
This is usually a site-based occupation and can involve working at extreme heights including the use of specialist access equipment and specialist plant to handle and install the products.
The installer may work directly for the system fabricator or work for a specialist installation company. The installers will travel to where the work or site is located. This can involve working away for a period of time and staying in local accommodation for the duration of the work programme.
An employee in this occupation will be responsible for working with a team ensuring they have the correct access, tools, plant and materials to carry out the installation. This may involve different parts of the building being worked on at one time. They will be responsible for the setting out and fixing of the main grid work in accordance with the approved drawings and works instructions. They will normally work under an Installation Manager, Project Manager or Site Manager who will task them with different duties during the project programme. On smaller projects they may work unsupervised due to the simpler nature of the installation being carried out. The work may also include the fitting of doors and windows into the curtain wall grid.
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Duty 1 Work in compliance with occupational health, safety and environmental requirements to ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of self and others at all times |
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Duty 2 Interpret drawings, specifications, risk assessments, method statements, programmes, systems manuals, regulations and standards |
K3 K6 K8 K9 K11 K12 K15 K16 K21 K22 K27
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Duty 3 Receive, handle, store, load, transport and position materials and components safely |
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Duty 4 Prepare the site, materials and access equipment ready for installation |
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Duty 5 Use the appropriate hand tools, power tools and equipment to install curtain walling to industry standards |
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Duty 6 Install and fix grid work and datum in line with specifications |
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Duty 7 Identify and confirm installation requirements and components |
K10 K11 K12 K17 K18 K23 K24 K25 K26 K30 K31 K33 K35 |
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Duty 8 Install required setting blocks and support pieces to ensure correct load transfer of infill element |
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Duty 9 Conduct installation in accordance with manufacturers' instructions and information and client requirements |
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Duty 10 Perimeter sealing to surrounding structure to ensure weather and air tightness |
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Duty 11 Secure infills to the correct torque setting. |
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Duty 12 Apply decorative face caps, gaskets or weather seals |
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Duty 13 Conduct interim and final inspections of the work to ensure adherence to specifications and project specific drawings and work instructions |
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Duty 14 Clean and handover to customer including main contractors, clients, architects, fabrication specialists, façade specialist |
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Duty 15 Complete project documentation at the relevant stages of the project |
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Duty 16 Maintain a clear and safe worksite at all times, promoting sustainable building practices |
K1: Awareness of health, safety and welfare regulations, standards, and guidance and impact on role of the team and other construction trades. Employer and employee responsibilities. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (CoSHH). Fire safety. Health and Safety at Work Act. Building Safety Act Asbestos awareness. Manual handling. Fire extinguishers. Safety signage. Situational awareness. Slips, trips, and falls. Working in confined spaces. Working at height. Electrical safety. Reporting injuries, diseases and dangerous occurrences regulations (RIDDOR), Provision and use of work equipment regulations (PUWER) and near miss reporting, signage and meaning.
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K2: Safety Control equipment and safety techniques: Personal protective equipment (PPE), respiratory protective equipment (RPE) and dust suppression.
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K3: Types incidents - accidents, near misses. Mitigation methods.
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K4: Moving, handling and storing of materials, including loading and unloading of materials.
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K5: Licences required for moving and handling site equipment.
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K6: Industry legislation and regulations that apply to working in the curtain wall profession Legislation, standards and regulations associated with curtain wall activities.
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K7: Application and types of face caps and gaskets.
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K8: Curtain wall markets: domestic, commercial and public sector.
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K9: Characteristics, qualities and uses of curtain wall products and an awareness of specialist products for enhanced performance, safety, security and fire rating.
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K10: Types of use of fixings, anchors and brackets used to secure curtain wall systems.
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K11: Pre-installation inspection methods and techniques: compliant with specification and fault rectification.
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K12: Methods of interpreting and extracting relevant information from drawings, specifications, digital documents including Building information modelling (BIM) and work instructions, including confirming installation requirements.
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K13: Written communication techniques. Plain English principles using curtain wall terminology.
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K14: Verbal communication techniques. Giving and receiving information and matching style to audience.
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K15: Planning, work scheduling, and time management techniques for curtain wall installation for self and others.
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K16: Setting out techniques: positioning, gridlines, datums and comparing to approved drawings.
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K17: Project testing techniques, purpose and consequence of unsatisfactory results.
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K18: Site specific inductions, toolbox talks, risk assessments and control measures, method statements and hazard identification in the work area.
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K19: Environmental management systems and standards. Environmental Protection Act. Environmental signage, notices and permits. Types of pollution and control measures: waste and disposal of hazardous waste.
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K20: The importance and considerations of the environment: U values, R Values, airtightness, acoustic performance, and applicable building regulations.
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K21: Power tools check, use, maintenance and storage, defect or fault identification.
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K22: Curtain wall errors: during installation; drainage errors, investigation, reporting and rectification techniques.
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K23: Principles of structure checks: floor check, correct to drawing, full height curtain wall installation, structural clashes, building structure and structural irregularities. Types of position and uses of load bearing and wind restraint bracketry.
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K24: Material compatibility: incompatibility and how to prevent bi-metallic corrosion.
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K25: Position and installation techniques of windows and doors.
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K26: Positioning and installation techniques of glazed and infill panels.
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K27: Installation checking techniques: Line, level and plumb.
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K28: Sealing methods, purpose and use.
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K29: Causes and consequences of deflection.
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K30: Ventilation systems and requirements in curtain walling systems.
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K31: Torque system settings and how to adjust.
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K32: Application and use of support or setting blocks.
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K33: Toggle and pressure plate purpose and use.
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K34: Post-installation inspection requirements including defect identification and pre handover checks.
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K35: Architectural finishes to curtain wall.
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K36: Employment types (self-employed and employed), small business start-up principles and tax responsibilities.
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K37: Signs of wellbeing and mental health within the workplace, and signposting to available support Inclusion, equity and diversity in the workplace.
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K38: Apply team working principles.
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S1: Comply with health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance.
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S2: Apply environmental and sustainable principles in compliance with regulations standards and systems for example segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
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S3: Implement and monitor safe systems of work and control measures.
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S4: Comply with industry standards, guidance and tolerances.
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S5: Identify and use safety control equipment including RPE, dust suppression and PPE.
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S6: Interpret and extract information using paper based or digital sources for example from drawings, specifications, production plans and work instructions.
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S7: Handle, load, unload and store curtain wall products safely to minimise damage.
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S8: Check, use and store power tools and equipment.
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S9: Verbally communicate with colleagues using industry terminology.
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S10: Apply written communication techniques: Site documentation, checklists, email and handover documents.
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S11: Use lifting, moving and handling equipment for installation.
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S12: Set out for curtain walling.
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S13: Install glazed and infill panels and secure into place with pressure plates or toggles.
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S14: Install windows and doors into curtain wall systems.
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S15: Apply face caps and gaskets.
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S16: Use fixings, anchors and brackets.
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S17: Apply sealants to curtain wall system.
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S18: Check curtain wall is plumb, line and level.
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S19: Use support or setting blocks.
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S20: Manage time and tasks to meet project deadlines.
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S21: Carry out post installation checks, complete workplace documentation and report any issues.
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S22: Carry out pre-installation inspection and checks.
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S23: Carry out and record planned and unplanned learning opportunities and development activities.
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S24: Apply team working principles.
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B1: Take personal responsibility for their own health and safety.
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B2: Support equity, diversity, and inclusivity in the workplace.
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B3: Collaborate and promote teamwork across disciplines and external stakeholders.
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B4: Committed to continued professional development (CPD) to maintain and enhance competence in their own area of practice.
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B5: Respond and adapt to work demands and situations and know when to seek advice from others.
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Apprentices without level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the End-Point Assessment. For those with an education, health and care plan or a legacy statement, the apprenticeship’s English and maths minimum requirement is Entry Level 3. A British Sign Language (BSL) qualification is an alternative to the English qualification for those whose primary language is BSL.
This document explains the requirements for end-point assessment (EPA) for the curtain wall installer apprenticeship. End-point assessment organisations (EPAOs) must follow this when designing and delivering the EPA.
Curtain wall installer apprentices, their employers and training providers should read this document.
A full-time curtain wall installer apprentice typically spends 30 months on-programme. The apprentice must spend at least 12 months on-programme and complete the required amount of off-the-job training in line with the apprenticeship funding rules.
The EPA should be completed within an EPA period lasting typically 3 months.
The apprentice must complete their training and meet the gateway requirements before starting their EPA. The EPA will assess occupational competence.
An approved EPAO must conduct the EPA for this apprenticeship. Employers must work with the training provider to select an approved EPAO from the apprenticeship providers and assessment register (APAR).
This EPA has 4 assessment methods.
The grades available for each assessment method are below.
Assessment method 1 - multiple-choice test:
Assessment method 2 - observation with questions:
Assessment method 3 - presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence:
Assessment method 4 - interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence:
The result from each assessment method is combined to decide the overall apprenticeship grade. The following grades are available for the apprenticeship:
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The apprentice must:
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The apprentice’s employer must be content that the apprentice is occupationally competent. The apprentice must:
For the interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence, the apprentice must submit a portfolio of evidence.
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The grades available for each assessment method are below
Multiple-choice test:
Observation with questions:
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence:
Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence:
Overall EPA and apprenticeship can be graded:
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The EPA is taken in the EPA period. The EPA period starts when the EPAO confirms the gateway requirements have been met and is typically 3 months.
The EPAO should confirm the gateway requirements have been met and start the EPA as quickly as possible.
The apprentice’s employer must be content that the apprentice is occupationally competent. That is, they are deemed to be working at or above the level set out in the apprenticeship standard and ready to undertake the EPA. The employer may take advice from the apprentice's training provider, but the employer must make the decision. The apprentice will then enter the gateway.
The apprentice must meet the gateway requirements before starting their EPA.
They must:
Portfolio of evidence requirements:
The apprentice must compile a portfolio of evidence during the on-programme period of the apprenticeship. It should only contain evidence related to the KSBs that will be assessed by the interview. It will typically contain 8 discrete pieces of evidence. Evidence must be mapped against the KSBs. Evidence may be used to demonstrate more than one KSB; a qualitative as opposed to quantitative approach is suggested.
Evidence sources may include:
This is not a definitive list; other evidence sources can be included.
The portfolio of evidence should not include reflective accounts or any methods of self-assessment. Any employer contributions should focus on direct observation of performance, for example, witness statements, rather than opinions. The evidence provided should be valid and attributable to the apprentice; the portfolio of evidence should contain a statement from the employer and apprentice confirming this.
The EPAO should not assess the portfolio of evidence directly as it underpins the interview. The independent assessor should review the portfolio of evidence to prepare questions for the interview. They are not required to provide feedback after this review.
Gateway evidence must be submitted to the EPAO, along with any organisation specific policies and procedures requested by the EPAO.
The assessment methods can be delivered in any order.
The result of one assessment method does not need to be known before starting the next.
In the multiple-choice test, the apprentice answers questions in a controlled and invigilated environment. It gives the apprentice the opportunity to demonstrate the knowledge mapped to this assessment method.
This assessment method is being used because:
The multiple-choice test must be structured to give the apprentice the opportunity to demonstrate the knowledge mapped to this assessment method to the highest available grade.
The test can be computer or paper based.
The test will consist of 40 multiple-choice questions.
Multiple-choice questions must have four options, including one correct answer.
The apprentice must be given at least 14 days’ notice of the date and time of the test.
The apprentice must have 60 minutes to complete the test.
The test is closed book which means that the apprentice cannot refer to reference books or materials whilst taking the test.
The test must be taken in the presence of an invigilator who is the responsibility of the EPAO. The EPAO must have an invigilation policy setting out how the test must be conducted. It must state the ratio of apprentices to invigilators for the setting and allow the test to take place in a secure way.
The EPAO must verify the apprentice’s identity and ensure invigilation of the apprentice for example, with 360-degree cameras and screen sharing facilities.
The EPAO is responsible for the security of the test including the arrangements for on-line testing. The EPAO must ensure that their security arrangements maintain the validity and reliability of the test.
The test must be marked by an independent assessor or marker employed by the EPAO. They must follow a marking scheme produced by the EPAO. Marking by computer is allowed where question types support this.
A correct answer gets 1 mark.
Any incorrect or missing answers get zero marks.
The EPAO is responsible for overseeing the marking of the test.
The apprentice must take the test in a suitably controlled and invigilated environment that is a quiet room, free from distractions and influence. The EPAO must check the venue is suitable.
The test can take place remotely if the appropriate technology and systems are in place to prevent malpractice.
The EPAO must develop a purpose-built assessment specification and question bank. It is recommended this is done in consultation with employers of this occupation. The EPAO should maintain the security and confidentiality of EPA materials when consulting with employers. The assessment specification and question bank must be reviewed at least once a year to ensure they remain fit-for-purpose.
The assessment specification must be relevant to the occupation and demonstrate how to assess the KSBs mapped to this assessment method. The EPAO must ensure that questions are refined and developed to a high standard. The questions must be unpredictable. A question bank of sufficient size will support this.
The EPAO must ensure that the apprentice has a different set of questions in the case of re-sits or re-takes.
The EPAO must produce the following materials to support the test:
The EPAO must ensure that the EPA materials are subject to quality assurance procedures including standardisation and moderation.
In the observation with questions, an independent assessor observes the apprentice in their workplace and asks questions. The apprentice completes their day-to-day duties under normal working conditions. Simulation is not allowed. It gives the apprentice the opportunity to demonstrate the KSBs mapped to this assessment method.
This assessment method is being used because:
The observation with questions must be structured to give the apprentice the opportunity to demonstrate the KSBs mapped to this assessment method to the highest available grade.
An independent assessor must conduct and assess the observation with questions.
The independent assessor must only observe one apprentice at a time to ensure quality and rigour. They must be as unobtrusive as possible.
The EPAO must give the apprentice 14 days' notice of the observation with questions.
The observation must take 7 hours.
The independent assessor can increase the time of the observation with questions by up to 10%. This time is to allow the apprentice to complete a task or respond to a question if necessary.
The observation may be split into discrete sections held on the same working day.
The EPAO must manage invigilation of the apprentice during the assessment, to maintain security of the EPA, in line with their malpractice policy. This includes breaks and moving between locations.
The independent assessor must explain to the apprentice the format and timescales of the observation with questions before it starts. This does not count towards the assessment time.
The independent assessor should observe the following during the observation:
These activities provide the apprentice with the opportunity to demonstrate the KSBs mapped to this assessment method.
The independent assessor must ask questions.
The purpose of the questions is:
Questioning can occur during the observation. The time for questions asked during the observation is included in the overall assessment time. The independent assessor must ask at least 3 questions during the observation. To remain as unobtrusive as possible, the independent assessor should ask questions during natural stops between tasks rather than disrupting the apprentice’s flow. Follow-up questions are allowed where clarification is required. The independent assessor must use the questions from the EPAO’s question bank.
The independent assessor must ask questions about KSBs that were not observed to gather assessment evidence. These questions are in addition to the set number of questions for the observation with questions and should be kept to a minimum.
The independent assessor must make the grading decision. The independent assessor must assess the observation and responses to questions holistically when deciding the grade.
The independent assessor must keep accurate records of the assessment. They must record:
The observation with questions must take place in the apprentice’s normal place of work for example, their employer’s premises or a customer’s premises. Equipment and resources needed for the observation must be provided by the employer and be in good and safe working condition.
Questioning that occurs after the observation should take place in a suitable environment, for example a quiet room, free from distractions and influence.
The EPAO must develop a purpose-built assessment specification and question bank. It is recommended this is done in consultation with employers of this occupation. The EPAO must maintain the security and confidentiality of EPA materials when consulting with employers. The assessment specification and question bank must be reviewed at least once a year to ensure they remain fit-for-purpose.
The assessment specification must be relevant to the occupation and demonstrate how to assess the KSBs mapped to this assessment method. The EPAO must ensure that questions are refined and developed to a high standard. The questions must be unpredictable. A question bank of sufficient size will support this.
The EPAO must produce the following materials to support the observation with questions:
The EPAO must ensure that the EPA materials are subject to quality assurance procedures including standardisation and moderation.
In the presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence, the apprentice delivers a presentation to an independent assessor on a set subject. The independent assessor must ask questions after the presentation. It gives the apprentice the opportunity to demonstrate the KSBs mapped to this assessment method.
This EPA method is being used as it provides the opportunity to demonstrate a range of knowledge, skills, and behaviours that are usually demonstrated in an observation or practical assessment. These assessment methods would be unsuitable due to the length of time the curtain walling work takes to complete.
The further rationale for this assessment method is:
The presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence must be structured to give the apprentice the opportunity to demonstrate the KSBs mapped to this assessment method to the highest available grade.
An independent assessor must observe and assess the presentation with questions.
The presentation must be based on curtain walling work undertaken by the apprentice during the final 18 months of the on-programme period and or the EPA period of the apprenticeship.
The presentation must include:
The presentations with questions must be underpinned by work-based evidence. The work-based evidence should relate to the KSBs assessed in this assessment method. The work-based evidence must be presented clearly as presentation slides for the apprentice to use and refer to in the presentation. The presentation slides may contain supporting evidence such as photographs, videos and witness statements. (videos should be no longer than 3 minutes long; the apprentice must be in view and identifiable). The evidence provided within the presentation slides should be valid and attributable to the apprentice; the presentation slides should contain a statement from the employer and apprentice confirming this.
The apprentice must submit any presentation materials to the EPAO by the end of week 6 of the EPA period. The apprentice must notify the EPAO, at that point, of any technical requirements for the presentation.
During the presentation, the apprentice must have access to:
The independent assessor must have at least 2 weeks to review the presentation materials, before the presentation is delivered by the apprentice, to allow them to prepare questions. The EPAO must give the apprentice at least 14 days' notice of the presentation assessment.
The independent assessor must ask questions after the presentation.
The purpose of the questions is:
The presentation and questions must last 50 minutes. This will typically include a presentation of 30 minutes and questioning lasting 20 minutes. The independent assessor must use the full time available for questioning. The independent assessor can increase the total time of the presentation and questioning by up to 10%. This time is to allow the apprentice to complete their last point or respond to a question if necessary.
The independent assessor must ask at least 4 questions. They must use the questions from the EPAO’s question bank or create their own questions in line with the EPAO’s training. Follow up questions are allowed where clarification is required.
The independent assessor must make the grading decision. The independent assessor must assess the presentation and answers to questions holistically when deciding the grade.
The independent assessor must keep accurate records of the assessment. They must record:
The presentation with questions must take place in a suitable venue selected by the EPAO for example, the EPAO’s or employer’s premises. The presentation with questions should take place in a quiet room, free from distractions and influence.
The EPAO must develop a purpose-built assessment specification and question bank. It is recommended this is done in consultation with employers of this occupation. The EPAO must maintain the security and confidentiality of EPA materials when consulting with employers. The assessment specification and question bank must be reviewed at least once a year to ensure they remain fit-for-purpose.
The assessment specification must be relevant to the occupation and demonstrate how to assess the KSBs mapped to this assessment method. The EPAO must ensure that questions are refined and developed to a high standard. The questions must be unpredictable. A question bank of sufficient size will support this.
The EPAO must ensure that the apprentice has a different set of questions in the case of re-sits or re-takes.
The EPAO must produce the following materials to support the presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence:
The EPAO must ensure that the EPA materials are subject to quality assurance procedures including standardisation and moderation.
In the interview, an independent assessor asks the apprentice questions. It gives the apprentice the opportunity to demonstrate the KSBs mapped to this assessment method.
The apprentice can refer to and illustrate their answers with evidence from their portfolio of evidence.
This assessment method is being used because:
The interview must be structured to give the apprentice the opportunity to demonstrate the KSBs mapped to this assessment method to the highest available grade.
An independent assessor must conduct and assess the interview.
The purpose is to assess the apprentice's competence against the following themes:
The EPAO must give an apprentice 14 days' notice of the interview.
The independent assessor must have at least 2 weeks to review the supporting documentation.
The apprentice must have access to their portfolio of evidence during the interview.
The apprentice can refer to and illustrate their answers with evidence from their portfolio of evidence however, the portfolio of evidence is not directly assessed.
The interview must last for 45 minutes. The independent assessor can increase the time of the interview by up to 10%. This time is to allow the apprentice to respond to a question if necessary.
The independent assessor must ask at least 6 questions. The independent assessor must use the questions from the EPAO’s question bank. Follow-up questions are allowed where clarification is required.
The independent assessor must make the grading decision.
The independent assessor must keep accurate records of the assessment. They must record:
The interview must take place in a suitable venue selected by the EPAO for example, the EPAO’s or employer’s premises.
The interview should take place in a quiet room, free from distractions and influence.
The EPAO must develop a purpose-built assessment specification and question bank. It is recommended this is done in consultation with employers of this occupation. The EPAO must maintain the security and confidentiality of EPA materials when consulting with employers. The assessment specification and question bank must be reviewed at least once a year to ensure they remain fit-for-purpose.
The assessment specification must be relevant to the occupation and demonstrate how to assess the KSBs mapped to this assessment method. The EPAO must ensure that questions are refined and developed to a high standard. The questions must be unpredictable. A question bank of sufficient size will support this.
The EPAO must ensure that the apprentice has a different set of questions in the case of re-sits or re-takes.
The EPAO must produce the following materials to support the interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence:
The EPAO must ensure that the EPA materials are subject to quality assurance procedures including standardisation and moderation.
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Health and safety
K2 S1 S5 B1 |
Complies with health and safety regulations, standards and guidance taking responsibility for their own health and safety. (S1, B1) Identifies and uses safety control equipment including RPE, PPE and dust suppression in line with the manufacturer’s instructions and task requirements. (K2, S5) |
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Documentation
K12 S6 |
Interprets and extracts information from digital or paper in line with the task. (K12, S6) |
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Verbal communication
K14 S9 |
Uses verbal communication techniques suitable for the context, adapting style and use of terminology to suit the audience. (K14, S9) |
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Tools and equipment
K21 S8 |
Checks for faults or defects, uses and stores hand tools, power tools and equipment in line with manufacturer’s guidance and organisational procedure. (K21, S8)
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Position and install
K26 K27 K33 S13 S18 |
Installs glazed and infill panels and secures the panels with pressure plates or toggles in line with the task requirements. (K26, K33, S13) Applies installation checking techniques to check the installation for plumb, line and level in line with task requirements and specification tolerance. (K27, S18) |
Fail - does not meet pass criteria
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Apprentices must demonstrate all of the pass descriptors
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Distinction
Apprentices must demonstrate all of the pass descriptors and all of the distinction descriptors
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Pre-installation
K11 S22 |
Describes how they carry out pre installation inspection and checks in line with the organisational procedure. (K11, S22) |
Explains the benefits of carrying out the pre installation checks and the impact of not doing them. (K11, S22) |
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Setting out
K16 S12 |
Describes how they apply setting out techniques, when setting out curtain walling in line with task requirements and approved drawings. (K16, S12) |
Justifies their choice of setting out techniques for the curtain walling system being installed. (K16, S12) |
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Moving and handling
K4 S7 |
Describes how they move, handle and store materials including the loading and unloading, to prevent damage during curtain walling tasks. (K4, S7) |
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Fixings
K10 S16 |
Describes how they use anchors and brackets to secure the curtain wall to the structure in line with the specification. (K10, S16) |
Explains the importance of using the anchors and fixing specified in the work instruction. (K10, S16) |
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Position and install
K25 K32 S14 S19 |
Explains how they position and install windows and doors within curtain wall systems in line with the specification. (K25, S14) Describes how they use of support and setting block when installing curtain wall systems in line with good practice. (K32, S19)
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Finishing and post-installation
K7 K28 K34 S15 S17 S21 |
Explains how they apply face caps and gaskets and describes how they apply sealants to make waterproof the curtain wall system. (K7, K28, S15, S17) Explains how they carry out post installation checks and how they report any defects and the documentation that is required to be completed for the curtain wall system. (K34, S21)
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Legislation, regulation and environmental
K6 K19 S2 S4 |
Explains how they comply with industry standards, guidance and tolerances when working on curtain wall systems. (K6, S4) Describes how they follow procedures in compliance with environmental and sustainability regulations standards, organisational procedures, and guidelines and consider the environment through the use and reuse of resources and disposal of waste. (K19, S2)
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Explains the impact to themselves and the business of non-compliance with environmental and sustainability regulations standards, organisational procedures, and guidelines. (K19, S2) |
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Team working
K38 S24 B3 |
Explains how they have applied team working principles within their own team and with different disciplines whilst installing curtain wall systems. (K38, S24, B3) |
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Fail - does not meet pass criteria
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Apprentices must demonstrate all of the pass descriptors
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Distinction
Apprentices must demonstrate all of the pass descriptors and all of the distinction descriptors
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Health and safety
K18 S3 |
Describes how they implement safe systems of work and control measures to curtain walling tasks. Explains how they apply monitoring techniques to ensure safe systems of work and control measures are fully fulfilled and applied continuously throughout the task. (K18, S3) |
Justifies how chosen control measures and safe systems of work have the potential to minimise risks or hazards to themself and others. (K18, S3) |
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Characteristics and finishes
K9 K35 |
Describes the different uses of curtain walling and the characteristics and qualities needed in those applications. Describes the specialist products used in curtain walling for fire safety, security and enhanced performance. (K9) Describes different architectural finishes that can be applied to curtain walling. (K35)
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None. |
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Written communication
K13 S10 |
Describes how they communicate information to others using written techniques, paper based or electronic, to complete documentation that is suitable for the context and supports task completion. (K13, S10) |
None. |
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Moving and handling
S11 |
Explains how they use lifting, moving and handling equipment in the installation of curtain walling in line with good manual handling techniques. (S11) |
None. |
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Errors, Causes and adjustments
K22 K29 K31 |
Explains common errors that can occur during installation of curtain walling and drainage systems and how errors are investigated, reported and rectified. (K22) Describes the causes and consequences of deflection on curtain walls. (K29) Explains torque systems and adjustments for curtain walling. (K31)
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None.
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Wellbeing, EDI and CPD
K37 S23 B2 B4 |
Describes mental and physical health considerations of themselves and others and identifies sources of support available for themselves and others. (K37) Describes how they support an inclusive workplace by taking account of individuals needs in relation to equity, diversity, and inclusion in line with regulations, guidance and principle. (B2) Describes learning and development they have completed and recorded to support competence in their role. (S23, B4) |
None. |
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Time management
K15 S20 B5 |
Explains how they use planning and time management techniques to meet project deadlines during curtain wall installation. (K15, S20) Explains how they respond and adapt to changing work priorities and situations to ensure project deadlines are met inline with customer and business needs. (B5) |
None. |
| Grade | Minimum marks required | Maximum marks required |
|---|---|---|
| Fail | 0 | 24 |
| Pass | 25 | 32 |
| Distinction | 33 | 40 |
Performance in the EPA determines the overall grade of:
An independent assessor must individually grade the observation with questions, presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence and interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence in line with this EPA plan.
The EPAO must combine the individual assessment method grades to determine the overall EPA grade.
If the apprentice fails one assessment method or more, they will be awarded an overall fail.
To achieve an overall pass, the apprentice must achieve at least a pass in all the assessment methods. To achieve an overall EPA merit, the apprentice must gain a distinction in the presentation with questions underpinned by work based evidence and a distinction in either the interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence or the multiple choice test, and a pass in the remaining assessment method. To achieve an overall EPA distinction, the apprentice must gain a distinction in presentation with questions underpinned by work based evidence, a distinction in the interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence and the multiple choice test and a pass in the observation with questions.
Grades from individual assessment methods must be combined in the following way to determine the grade of the EPA overall.
| Multiple-choice test | Observation with questions | Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence | Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence | Overall Grading |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Any grade | Any grade | Any grade | Fail | Fail |
| Any grade | Any grade | Fail | Any grade | Fail |
| Any grade | Fail | Any grade | Any grade | Fail |
| Fail | Any grade | Any grade | Any grade | Fail |
| Pass | Pass | Pass | Pass | Pass |
| Distinction | Pass | Pass | Pass | Pass |
| Pass | Pass | Distinction | Pass | Pass |
| Pass | Pass | Pass | Distinction | Pass |
| Distinction | Pass | Distinction | Pass | Merit |
| Pass | Pass | Distinction | Distinction | Merit |
| Distinction | Pass | Distinction | Distinction | Distinction |
If the apprentice fails one assessment method or more, they can take a re-sit or a re-take at their employer’s discretion. The apprentice’s employer needs to agree that a re-sit or re-take is appropriate. A re-sit does not need further learning, whereas a re-take does. The apprentice should have a supportive action plan to prepare for a re-sit or a re-take.
The employer and the EPAO should agree the timescale for a re-sit or re-take. A re-sit is typically taken within 3 months of the EPA outcome notification. The timescale for a re-take is dependent on how much re-training is required and is typically taken within 4 months of the EPA outcome notification.
Failed assessment methods must be re-sat or re-taken within a 6-month period from the EPA outcome notification, otherwise the entire EPA will need to be re-sat or re-taken in full.
Re-sits and re-takes are not offered to an apprentice wishing to move from pass to a higher grade.
The apprentice will get a maximum EPA grade of if pass they need to re-sit or re-take one or more assessment methods, unless the EPAO determines there are exceptional circumstances.
| Roles | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
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Apprentice |
As a minimum, the apprentice should:
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Employer |
As a minimum, the apprentice's employer must:
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EPAO |
As a minimum, the EPAO must:
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Independent assessor |
As a minimum, an independent assessor must:
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Training provider |
As a minimum, the training provider must:
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Marker |
As a minimum, the marker must:
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Invigilator |
As a minimum, the invigilator must:
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The EPAO must have reasonable adjustments arrangements for the EPA.
This should include:
Adjustments must maintain the validity, reliability and integrity of the EPA as outlined in this EPA plan.
Special considerations
The EPAO must have special consideration arrangements for the EPA.
This should include:
Special considerations must maintain the validity, reliability and integrity of the EPA as outlined in this EPA plan.
Internal quality assurance refers to the strategies, policies and procedures that an EPAO must have in place to ensure valid, consistent and reliable EPA decisions.
EPAOs for this EPA must adhere to the requirements within the roles and responsibilities table.
They must also appoint independent assessors who:
Affordability of the EPA will be aided by using at least some of the following:
This apprenticeship is not aligned to professional recognition.
| Knowledge | Assessment methods |
|---|---|
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K1
Awareness of health, safety and welfare regulations, standards, and guidance and impact on role of the team and other construction trades. Employer and employee responsibilities. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (CoSHH). Fire safety. Health and Safety at Work Act. Building Safety Act Asbestos awareness. Manual handling. Fire extinguishers. Safety signage. Situational awareness. Slips, trips, and falls. Working in confined spaces. Working at height. Electrical safety. Reporting injuries, diseases and dangerous occurrences regulations (RIDDOR), Provision and use of work equipment regulations (PUWER) and near miss reporting, signage and meaning. Back to Grading |
Multiple-choice test |
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K2
Safety Control equipment and safety techniques: Personal protective equipment (PPE), respiratory protective equipment (RPE) and dust suppression. Back to Grading |
Observation with questions |
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K3
Types incidents - accidents, near misses. Mitigation methods. Back to Grading |
Multiple-choice test |
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K4
Moving, handling and storing of materials, including loading and unloading of materials. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
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K5
Licences required for moving and handling site equipment. Back to Grading |
Multiple-choice test |
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K6
Industry legislation and regulations that apply to working in the curtain wall profession Legislation, standards and regulations associated with curtain wall activities. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
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K7
Application and types of face caps and gaskets. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
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K8
Curtain wall markets: domestic, commercial and public sector. Back to Grading |
Multiple-choice test |
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K9
Characteristics, qualities and uses of curtain wall products and an awareness of specialist products for enhanced performance, safety, security and fire rating. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence |
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K10
Types of use of fixings, anchors and brackets used to secure curtain wall systems. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
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K11
Pre-installation inspection methods and techniques: compliant with specification and fault rectification. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
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K12
Methods of interpreting and extracting relevant information from drawings, specifications, digital documents including Building information modelling (BIM) and work instructions, including confirming installation requirements. Back to Grading |
Observation with questions |
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K13
Written communication techniques. Plain English principles using curtain wall terminology. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence |
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K14
Verbal communication techniques. Giving and receiving information and matching style to audience. Back to Grading |
Observation with questions |
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K15
Planning, work scheduling, and time management techniques for curtain wall installation for self and others. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence |
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K16
Setting out techniques: positioning, gridlines, datums and comparing to approved drawings. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
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K17
Project testing techniques, purpose and consequence of unsatisfactory results. Back to Grading |
Multiple-choice test |
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K18
Site specific inductions, toolbox talks, risk assessments and control measures, method statements and hazard identification in the work area. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence |
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K19
Environmental management systems and standards. Environmental Protection Act. Environmental signage, notices and permits. Types of pollution and control measures: waste and disposal of hazardous waste. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
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K20
The importance and considerations of the environment: U values, R Values, airtightness, acoustic performance, and applicable building regulations. Back to Grading |
Multiple-choice test |
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K21
Power tools check, use, maintenance and storage, defect or fault identification. Back to Grading |
Observation with questions |
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K22
Curtain wall errors: during installation; drainage errors, investigation, reporting and rectification techniques. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence |
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K23
Principles of structure checks: floor check, correct to drawing, full height curtain wall installation, structural clashes, building structure and structural irregularities. Types of position and uses of load bearing and wind restraint bracketry. Back to Grading |
Multiple-choice test |
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K24
Material compatibility: incompatibility and how to prevent bi-metallic corrosion. Back to Grading |
Multiple-choice test |
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K25
Position and installation techniques of windows and doors. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
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K26
Positioning and installation techniques of glazed and infill panels. Back to Grading |
Observation with questions |
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K27
Installation checking techniques: Line, level and plumb. Back to Grading |
Observation with questions |
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K28
Sealing methods, purpose and use. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
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K29
Causes and consequences of deflection. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence |
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K30
Ventilation systems and requirements in curtain walling systems. Back to Grading |
Multiple-choice test |
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K31
Torque system settings and how to adjust. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence |
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K32
Application and use of support or setting blocks. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
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K33
Toggle and pressure plate purpose and use. Back to Grading |
Observation with questions |
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K34
Post-installation inspection requirements including defect identification and pre handover checks. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
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K35
Architectural finishes to curtain wall. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence |
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K36
Employment types (self-employed and employed), small business start-up principles and tax responsibilities. Back to Grading |
Multiple-choice test |
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K37
Signs of wellbeing and mental health within the workplace, and signposting to available support Inclusion, equity and diversity in the workplace. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence |
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K38
Apply team working principles. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
| Skill | Assessment methods |
|---|---|
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S1
Comply with health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance. Back to Grading |
Observation with questions |
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S2
Apply environmental and sustainable principles in compliance with regulations standards and systems for example segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
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S3
Implement and monitor safe systems of work and control measures. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence |
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S4
Comply with industry standards, guidance and tolerances. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
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S5
Identify and use safety control equipment including RPE, dust suppression and PPE. Back to Grading |
Observation with questions |
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S6
Interpret and extract information using paper based or digital sources for example from drawings, specifications, production plans and work instructions. Back to Grading |
Observation with questions |
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S7
Handle, load, unload and store curtain wall products safely to minimise damage. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
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S8
Check, use and store power tools and equipment. Back to Grading |
Observation with questions |
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S9
Verbally communicate with colleagues using industry terminology. Back to Grading |
Observation with questions |
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S10
Apply written communication techniques: Site documentation, checklists, email and handover documents. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence |
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S11
Use lifting, moving and handling equipment for installation. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence |
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S12
Set out for curtain walling. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
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S13
Install glazed and infill panels and secure into place with pressure plates or toggles. Back to Grading |
Observation with questions |
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S14
Install windows and doors into curtain wall systems. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
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S15
Apply face caps and gaskets. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
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S16
Use fixings, anchors and brackets. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
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S17
Apply sealants to curtain wall system. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
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S18
Check curtain wall is plumb, line and level. Back to Grading |
Observation with questions |
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S19
Use support or setting blocks. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
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S20
Manage time and tasks to meet project deadlines. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence |
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S21
Carry out post installation checks, complete workplace documentation and report any issues. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
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S22
Carry out pre-installation inspection and checks. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
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S23
Carry out and record planned and unplanned learning opportunities and development activities. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence |
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S24
Apply team working principles. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
| Behaviour | Assessment methods |
|---|---|
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B1
Take personal responsibility for their own health and safety. Back to Grading |
Observation with questions |
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B2
Support equity, diversity, and inclusivity in the workplace. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence |
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B3
Collaborate and promote teamwork across disciplines and external stakeholders. Back to Grading |
Presentation with questions underpinned by work-based evidence |
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B4
Committed to continued professional development (CPD) to maintain and enhance competence in their own area of practice. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence |
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B5
Respond and adapt to work demands and situations and know when to seek advice from others. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence |
| KSBS GROUPED BY THEME | Knowledge | Skills | Behaviour |
|---|---|---|---|
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Health and safety
K2 S1 S5 B1 |
Safety Control equipment and safety techniques: Personal protective equipment (PPE), respiratory protective equipment (RPE) and dust suppression. (K2) |
Comply with health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance. (S1) Identify and use safety control equipment including RPE, dust suppression and PPE. (S5) |
Take personal responsibility for their own health and safety. (B1) |
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Documentation
K12 S6 |
Methods of interpreting and extracting relevant information from drawings, specifications, digital documents including Building information modelling (BIM) and work instructions, including confirming installation requirements. (K12) |
Interpret and extract information using paper based or digital sources for example from drawings, specifications, production plans and work instructions. (S6) |
None |
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Verbal communication
K14 S9 |
Verbal communication techniques. Giving and receiving information and matching style to audience. (K14) |
Verbally communicate with colleagues using industry terminology. (S9) |
None |
|
Tools and equipment
K21 S8 |
Power tools check, use, maintenance and storage, defect or fault identification. (K21) |
Check, use and store power tools and equipment. (S8) |
None |
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Position and install
K26 K27 K33 S13 S18 |
Positioning and installation techniques of glazed and infill panels. (K26) Installation checking techniques: Line, level and plumb. (K27) Toggle and pressure plate purpose and use. (K33) |
Install glazed and infill panels and secure into place with pressure plates or toggles. (S13) Check curtain wall is plumb, line and level. (S18) |
None |
| KSBS GROUPED BY THEME | Knowledge | Skills | Behaviour |
|---|---|---|---|
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Pre-installation
K11 S22 |
Pre-installation inspection methods and techniques: compliant with specification and fault rectification. (K11) |
Carry out pre-installation inspection and checks. (S22) |
None |
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Setting out
K16 S12 |
Setting out techniques: positioning, gridlines, datums and comparing to approved drawings. (K16) |
Set out for curtain walling. (S12) |
None |
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Moving and handling
K4 S7 |
Moving, handling and storing of materials, including loading and unloading of materials. (K4) |
Handle, load, unload and store curtain wall products safely to minimise damage. (S7) |
None |
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Fixings
K10 S16 |
Types of use of fixings, anchors and brackets used to secure curtain wall systems. (K10) |
Use fixings, anchors and brackets. (S16) |
None |
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Position and install
K25 K32 S14 S19 |
Position and installation techniques of windows and doors. (K25) Application and use of support or setting blocks. (K32) |
Install windows and doors into curtain wall systems. (S14) Use support or setting blocks. (S19) |
None |
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Finishing and post-installation
K7 K28 K34 S15 S17 S21 |
Application and types of face caps and gaskets. (K7) Sealing methods, purpose and use. (K28) Post-installation inspection requirements including defect identification and pre handover checks. (K34) |
Apply face caps and gaskets. (S15) Apply sealants to curtain wall system. (S17) Carry out post installation checks, complete workplace documentation and report any issues. (S21) |
None |
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Legislation, regulation and environmental
K6 K19 S2 S4 |
Industry legislation and regulations that apply to working in the curtain wall profession Legislation, standards and regulations associated with curtain wall activities. (K6) Environmental management systems and standards. Environmental Protection Act. Environmental signage, notices and permits. Types of pollution and control measures: waste and disposal of hazardous waste. (K19) |
Apply environmental and sustainable principles in compliance with regulations standards and systems for example segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal. (S2) Comply with industry standards, guidance and tolerances. (S4) |
None |
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Team working
K38 S24 B3 |
Apply team working principles. (K38) |
Apply team working principles. (S24) |
Collaborate and promote teamwork across disciplines and external stakeholders. (B3) |
| KSBS GROUPED BY THEME | Knowledge | Skills | Behaviour |
|---|---|---|---|
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Health and safety
K18 S3 |
Site specific inductions, toolbox talks, risk assessments and control measures, method statements and hazard identification in the work area. (K18) |
Implement and monitor safe systems of work and control measures. (S3) |
None |
|
Characteristics and finishes
K9 K35 |
Characteristics, qualities and uses of curtain wall products and an awareness of specialist products for enhanced performance, safety, security and fire rating. (K9) Architectural finishes to curtain wall. (K35) |
None |
None |
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Written communication
K13 S10 |
Written communication techniques. Plain English principles using curtain wall terminology. (K13) |
Apply written communication techniques: Site documentation, checklists, email and handover documents. (S10) |
None |
|
Moving and handling
S11 |
None |
Use lifting, moving and handling equipment for installation. (S11) |
None |
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Errors, Causes and adjustments
K22 K29 K31 |
Curtain wall errors: during installation; drainage errors, investigation, reporting and rectification techniques. (K22) Causes and consequences of deflection. (K29) Torque system settings and how to adjust. (K31) |
None |
None |
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Wellbeing, EDI and CPD
K37 S23 B2 B4 |
Signs of wellbeing and mental health within the workplace, and signposting to available support Inclusion, equity and diversity in the workplace. (K37) |
Carry out and record planned and unplanned learning opportunities and development activities. (S23) |
Support equity, diversity, and inclusivity in the workplace. (B2) Committed to continued professional development (CPD) to maintain and enhance competence in their own area of practice. (B4) |
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Time management
K15 S20 B5 |
Planning, work scheduling, and time management techniques for curtain wall installation for self and others. (K15) |
Manage time and tasks to meet project deadlines. (S20) |
Respond and adapt to work demands and situations and know when to seek advice from others. (B5) |
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| 1.0 | Approved for delivery | 03/02/2020 | Not set | Not set |
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