Courses » Glazing » Windows / Curtain Walling & Conservatories » Level 2 - Fenestration Installation

This qualification is aimed at those who work as installers of glass supporting systems, which include window and door units, and basic curtain walling systems etc. The standards cover the most important aspects of the job.
This qualification is at Level 2, and should be taken by those who are fully trained to deal with routine assignments. Candidates should require minimum supervision in undertaking the job.
A further qualification that covers Fenestration Installation and Surveying at Level 3 is also available. Candidates for this qualification could be assessed in the context of installing Windows and Doors, Curtain Walling, Screen Walling, or Conservatories.
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Candidates should achieve all 3 mandatory units listed below, plus 4 of the 9 optional units. Candidates should prove that they can achieve all the statements listed for each element. Guidance on the evidence that will be acceptable is contained in the introduction to each unit.
Mandatory Units (all 3 units to be taken)
Unit 1 Maintain health and safety within the working environment
Unit 2 Contribute to the work of others
Unit 3 Handle materials
Optional Units (4 units to be taken, but a minimum of 2 units must come from units 8, 10, 11 and 9 or 12)
NB - Units 9 and 12 cannot be taken together as an option for completion of this qualification
Unit 4 Process products and materials by shaping
Unit 5 Confirm installation requirements
Unit 6 Prepare for the installation of glass supporting systems
Unit 7 Prepare apertures for glass supporting systems
Unit 8 Install glass supporting systems
Unit 9 Install window and door units in glass supporting systems
Unit 10 Install panels into glass supporting systems
Unit 11 Maintain glass supporting systems
Unit 12 Install window and door units in new build glass supporting systems
| Unit 1 | Maintain health and safety within the working environment |
| Element 1.1 | Maintain the health and safety of individuals |
| Element 1.2 | Minimise injury to individuals and damage to property in an emergency |
| Unit 2 | Contribute to the work of others |
| Element 2.1 | Minimise the wastage of resources |
| Element 2.2 | Obtain and provide information |
| Element 2.3 | Develop and maintain good working relationships |
| Unit 3 | Handle materials |
| Element 3.1 | Locate materials |
| Element 3.2 | Handle and position materials |
| Unit 4 | Process products and materials by shaping |
| Element 4.1 | Prepare products and materials for processing |
| Element 4.2 | Shape products and materials during processing |
| Unit 5 | Confirm installation requirements |
| Element 5.1 | Collect information on installation requirements |
| Element 5.2 | Check the specifications of the installation |
| Unit 6 | Prepare for the installation of glass supporting systems |
| Element 6.1 | Prepare work sites for work on glass supporting systems |
| Element 6.2 | Prepare equipment for work on glass supporting systems |
| Element 6.3 | Prepare materials for work on glass supporting systems |
| Unit 7 | Prepare apertures for glass supporting systems |
| Element 7.1 | Remove components and materials from apertures |
| Element 7.2 | Restructure or create apertures |
| Element 7.3 | Provide new surface finishes |
| Unit 8 | Install glass supporting systems |
| Element 8.1 | Position and secure glass supporting systems |
| Element 8.2 | Complete the installation of glass supporting systems |
| Unit 9 | Install window and door units in glass supporting systems |
| Element 9.1 | Prepare and position window and door units |
| Element 9.2 | Secure window and door units in glass supporting systems |
| Element 9.3 | Reinstate surface finishes, fixtures, and fittings |
| Element 9.4 | Complete the installation of window and door units |
| Unit 10 | Install panels into glass supporting systems |
| Element 10.1 | Secure panels into glass supporting systems |
| Element 10.2 | Complete the installation of panels |
| Unit 11 | Maintain glass supporting systems |
| Element 11.1 | Dismantle glass supporting systems |
| Element 11.2 | Maintain installations |
| Element 11.3 | Reinstate glass supporting systems |
| Unit 12 | Install window and door units in new build glass supporting systems |
| Element 12.1 | Prepare and position window and door units for installation in new build glass supporting systems |
| Element 12.2 | Secure window and door units in new build glass supporting systems |
| Element 12.3 | Complete the installation of window and door units in new build glass supporting systems |