Plant Operations NVQs

Plant Operations NVQs – Get Certified & Upgrade Your Operator Card

At All Star Safety Ltd, we offer a wide range of Level 2 NVQs in Plant Operations, allowing operators to gain formal recognition of their skills and upgrade their CPCS or NPORS Red Trained Operator Cards to a Blue Competent Operator Card. Our flexible assessment process includes remote assessments, on-site observations, or a hybrid approach, enabling you to achieve your qualification in a way that fits around your work schedule.

Additionally, CITB-registered employers can claim up to £1,500 in grants to support this qualification, helping businesses invest in their workforce with minimal financial impact.


Why Choose a Plant Operations NVQ?

Upgrade your CPCS or NPORS Red Card to a Blue Competent Operator Card

Prove your competence with a nationally recognised qualification

Access CITB grants of up to £1,500 for eligible businesses

Flexible assessment options – choose remote, on-site, or hybrid assessments

No exams – Work-based evidence assessments instead

Advance your career and meet employer/site requirements


CITB Grant Funding – Get Up to £1,500 for Your NVQ

If your employer is CITB-registered, they can claim:

💰 £600 for completing a full Level 2 Plant Operations NVQ

💰 £300 for each additional plant-related unit (up to 3 units), meaning an extra £900 in grant funding

This means employers can receive up to £1,500 in total funding per learner.

📌 Find out more:

🔹 CITB Grant Details

📌 Want to check your eligibility? Contact us for assistance.


Plant Operations NVQs We Offer

We provide Level 2 NVQs in Plant Operations across various machinery categories, including:

Excavation & Earthmoving

360 Excavator (Tracked or Wheeled)

Forward Tipping Dumper

Ride-on Roller

Lifting & Crane Operations

Mobile Crane

Crawler Crane

Lorry Loader

Material Handling & Access Equipment

Telescopic Handler

MEWPs (Mobile Elevated Work Platforms)

Industrial & Rough Terrain Forklifts

📌 If your category is not listed, contact us – we cover many additional plant NVQs.


Flexible Assessment Options – Remote, On-Site, or Hybrid

We understand that every operator has different needs, so we offer:

Remote Assessment – Submit evidence and complete professional discussions via phone, video calls, or e-portfolio submissions.

On-Site Assessment – An assessor visits your workplace to observe you operating machinery on-site.

Hybrid Approach – A mix of remote assessment and on-site observation, depending on your role and site requirements.

📌 Not sure which assessment method suits you best? Contact us for expert advice.


How is the NVQ Assessed?

There are no exams – you will be assessed through:

🔹 Workplace Evidence – Submit real-world documentation (e.g., risk assessments, site logs, method statements).

🔹 Direct Observations – If required, an assessor will observe you operating machinery on-site.

🔹 Professional Discussions – A structured interview to confirm your industry knowledge.

🔹 Witness Testimonies – Statements from supervisors or managers confirming your skills.

📌 Most candidates complete the NVQ within 3 to 12 months, but fast-track options are available.


Upgrade to a Blue Competent Operator Card (CPCS or NPORS)

Once you complete your Level 2 NVQ in Plant Operations, you can apply for your Blue Competent Operator Card through:

CPCS – Requires passing the CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test within the last two years.

NPORS – Also requires a valid CITB HS&E Test to qualify for the NPORS-CSCS Competent Operator Card.

📌 Need help upgrading your card? We can assist with the application process so you can focus on your work!

🔹 Find out more about CPCS and NPORS card upgrades


Why Choose All Star Safety Ltd?

Workplace-based assessments – no exams

Remote, on-site, and hybrid assessment options

Access up to £1,500 in CITB grants for plant NVQs

Complete at your own pace with flexible scheduling

Expert assessors providing full support throughout the process

Help with CPCS & NPORS Blue Card applications

📌 Start your NVQ today! Contact us, call 0330 133 0402, or email us for expert guidance.