Annex RFG10–Installation of sheeting and cladding
Routes to demonstrating required competence
Route /

Qualifications/Certification

/

Experience / Evidence

/ Inspection / Assessment
On-Site / Off-Site
1 / Achievement of QCF Units M/600/7040, F/600/7043, J/600/7044, Y/600/7047 and Y/600/7050 either as standalone units or within QCF qualifications derived from the NOS. / Must have evidence of work carried out to be able to demonstrate their practical competence for the scope for which they have applied in accordance with the competence requirements stated in this annex. / Yes / No
2 / Alternative certification that has been mapped to the competence requirements within this Annex and agreed by CITB as aligning with the competence requirements within this annex and aligning with the related requirements for acceptance as alternative certification. / Must have evidence of work carried out to be able to demonstrate their practical competence for the scope for which they have applied in accordance with the competence requirements stated in this annex. / Yes / No
3 / Registered with a Building Regulations Competent Person Scheme or certificated by another UKAS Accredited Certification Body for the type of work covered in this annex. / Must have evidence of work carried out to be able to demonstrate their practical competence for the scope for which they have applied in accordance with the competence requirements stated in this annex. / Yes / No
4 / Qualifications/certification other than above or no formal qualification. / Minimum of 3 years verifiable relevant experience covering the competence requirements stated in this annexand successful completion of the Experienced Worker Assessment. / Yes / Yes
NOTES
Route 1 – In addition to off-the-job training and assessment routes, some awarding organisations include On-Site Assessment and Training (OSAT) and Experienced Worker Practical
Assessment (EWPA) options to achieve QCF units/qualifications.
Route 4– Experienced Worker Assessments will be conducted by the registering Scheme Operator or Certification Body who shall assess the Enterprise’s evidence of meeting the
underpinning knowledge and practical competence requirements as stated in this annex. Note: Experienced Worker Assessments enable the competences within this annex to be
assessedand demonstrated but do not lead to the award of a qualification.
Area of Competence / Installation of sheeting and cladding / Annex RFG 10
Competence requirement
The installer must: / Context/Scope / NOS Ref. / Further Guidance
1 / Know and be able to interpret information relating to the installation of sheeting and cladding /
  • Installation drawings
  • Specifications
  • Schedules
  • Method statements
  • Risk assessments
  • Manufacturer’s information
  • Regulations governing buildings
/ COSVR94, 95, 96, 97, 98
P1
K1, K2
2 / Know and be able to follow the appropriate procedures when inappropriate information exists /
  • Inappropriate information relating to:
Installation drawings
Specifications
Schedules
Method statements
Risk assessments
Manufacturer’s information
Regulations governing buildings
  • Procedures to report inappropriate information
  • Procedures to rectify problems with information:
Within limits of own authority
Outside limits of own authority / COSVR 94, 95, 96, 97, 98
P1
K3
3 / Know and be able to comply with the requirements of legislation and official guidance in relation to safe working practices when undertaking the installation of sheeting and cladding / Legislation and official guidance relating to the operatives own responsibilities for:
  • Potential accidents and health hazards when:
In the workplace
Working at height
Working in confined spaces
Working with tools and equipment
Working with materials and substances
Manually moving and handling materials
Moving and handling materials using mechanical equipment
Asbestos based materials when stripping roofs
  • Selection and safe use of health and safety control equipment:
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
  • Safe use and storage of materials, tools and equipment
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Accident reporting
/ COSVR 94, 95, 96, 97, 98
P2
K4, K5, K6, K7, K8
Area of Competence / Installation of sheeting and cladding / Annex RFG 10
Competence requirement
The installer must: / Context/Scope / NOS Ref. / Further Guidance
4 / Know how to and be able to select resources required for carrying out the installation of sheeting and cladding /
  • The materials, components and equipment relating to types, quantity, quality and sizes of standard and/or specialist resources associated with own work:
Mechanical fixings and fasteners
Flashings
Fittings
Insulation
Sealers and fillers
Metal and translucent sheets
Composite panels
Fibre cement systems
Condensation and vapour control
Related materials and components
Rainwater goods including brackets, fixings, supports, gutters, downpipes, sealant, flashings, sumps, overflows and outlets
Resources used in preparing background surfaces including primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes and separating membranes
Hand and/or power tools and equipment
  • Organisational procedures to selected resources
  • Identification of the characteristics, quality, uses, sustainability and defects associated with the resources and how these should be rectified
  • Hazards associated with the resources and how they are overcome
/ COSVR 94, 95, 96, 97, 98
P3
K9, K10, K11, K12
5 / Know how to and be able to minimise the risk of damage to the work and the surrounding area /
  • Protection of work against damage from:
General workplace activities
Other occupations
Adverse weather conditions
  • Disposal of waste in accordance with legislation and required procedures:
Statutory regulations and official guidance
Environmental legislation and procedures
Manufacturer’s guidance and procedures
Organisational procedures / COSVR 94, 95, 96, 97, 98
P4
K13, K14
Area of Competence / Installation of sheeting and cladding / Annex RFG 10
Competence requirement
The installer must: / Context/Scope / NOS Ref. / Further Guidance
6 / Know how to and be able tocarry out the installation of sheeting and cladding /
  • Application of knowledge for safe work practices, procedures and skills, relating to the work area and resources used and demonstration of work skills forthe following:
Inclined and vertical areas
New and refurbishment work
Assessment and preparation of backgrounds with regards to cleaning, preparing, treating, removal of existing materials(including asbestos) and making good
Over-cladding
Assessment of the suitability of the structure to receive replacement materials
Identifying and carrying out repairs to damaged sheets and components including minor surface coating defects, damaged or missing flashings, roof leaks and condensation problems
Safe removal of asbestos based roofing materials
Installation of fibre cement, standing seam/secret fix, composite panels, built-up roof sheeting and cladding systems, flashings, vents and insulation materials
Installation of rainwater goods including brackets, fixings, supports, gutters, downpipes, sealant, flashings, sumps, overflows and outlets
Installation of resources used in preparing background surfaces including primers, cleaning agents, sealing tapes and separating membranes
Installation of related materials and components
Checking resources for type, quantity and damage and reporting discrepancies
Preparing and positioning resources ready to install
Report and communicate
Checking dimensions
Confirming structural backgrounds as complete and acceptable for work requirements
Reporting results to the appropriate person
Using hand tools, power tools and equipment
Usingaccess equipment
Working at height
  • Team work and communication
  • Needs of other occupations associated with installing sheeting and cladding
  • Maintenance of tools and equipment
/ COSVR 94, 95, 96, 97, 98
P5
K15, K16

Annex RFG10 - Technical Reference Document Requirements

Theinstaller shall hold or have access tocurrent editions, including all amendments, of the documents (or recognised equivalent documents) listed in the following table:

Technical Reference Documents for theinstallation of sheeting and cladding
Building Regulations Approved Documents:A - Structural Safety, B - Fire Safety, C - Site Preparation and Damp Proofing, D - Toxic Substances, E – Soundproofing, F – Ventilation, H- Drainage and waste disposal, K – Protection from Falling, L - Conservation of Fuel and Power (L1B existing dwellings and L2B existing buildings other than dwellings), N - Glazing Materials and Protection, P Electrical safety. 7- Materials and Workmanship
Health and Safety Documents:HSG33 - Safe Working in Roof work, CDM Regulations, Control of Asbestos Regulations, ACR (CP)002 - Safe Working with Fragile Roofs, Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR), NFRC Roofing and Cladding in Windy Conditions
NFRC CompetentRoofer Building Regulations Handbook, Section 6: Metal Roofing
BS5427 Code of practice for the use of profiled sheet for roof and wall cladding on buildings. Design

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