End Point Assessment
Formworker
- Reference Code: ST0461
- Level: 2
- Version: 1
- Duration: 18-24 months
Introduction
Formwork is internationally recognised as an innovative technique that is used to form concrete structures across the entire infrastructure, from constructing roads, rail, bridges, underground structures to high-rise concrete buildings. Concrete technology has developed significantly over the past 50 years and continues to do so, with structures being formed stronger, vaster and spanning wider. This has only been achieved by the continued application of new formwork techniques.
Occupational role
Formworkers contribute to the construction of projects through the preparation, installation and quality management of all stages of the formwork and falsework process. Preparing falsework that provides temporary support structures for forms and undertake formwork. This includes producing panels and fittings that mould to form a desired shape with concrete, such as slabs, support beams, columns and walls. Formworkers are involved in the entire envelope of the construction industry: including all the major over ground and underground projects across the UK.
Funding
Maximum £8,000
Entry requirements
Employers set the selection criteria.
Content
The apprenticeship includes core skills, core technical knowledge, and core behaviours required by Formworkers.
End Point Assessment
Overview of assessment
The end point assessment covers all of the skills, knowledge and behaviours in the Standard. It will take place using independent assessors appointed by QFI and the methods shown below:
Knowledge Test
The knowledge test is conducted under exam conditions and will consist of 30 multiple choice knowledge-based questions. The aim of the test will be to assess the apprentice’s knowledge and skills against those expected as part of the Formworker standard. The knowledge test will last a maximum of 1 hour and may be electronic or paper based.
Structured Interview
This consists of a structured interview between the apprentice and an assessor who will ask a minimum of 8-10 open questions using the apprentice’s portfolio as a basis for the discussion. It will take place over 40 minutes and the apprentice can refer to their portfolio to support their answers.
Practical test
This will consist of a practical assessment, completed in in a realistic work situation and will take a maximum of 8 hours. During the test, the apprentice will be observed carrying out two of the following: using a specification/drawing to select the correct materials and tools and then position and fix in place formwork for a slab, beam, kicker, column, deck, wall or lift shaft. The assessor will ask a minimum of 6 questions during or following the task, to assess related underpinning knowledge. The apprentice will be provided with both written and verbal instructions on the tasks they must complete including timescales.
Readiness for assessment
The employer will endorse progression to the end-point when satisfied that the apprentice is consistently working at or above the level set out in the standard, and the pre-requisite gateway requirements have been met with evidence to support these:
- achieved minimum level 1 English and mathematics
- achieved NVQ Level 2 Formworking Diploma
- completed a Portfolio of Evidence
Grading
This apprenticeship is graded by the independent assessor appointed by QFI and grades are either: fail, pass or distinction.
Professional Recognition
N/A
Why choose QFI
QFI is listed on the Register of Apprenticeship Assessment Organisations to assess this apprenticeship Standard. We have access to specialist, occupationally competent independent assessors. We will work with you to ensure that the end-point assessment runs as smoothly as possible providing support for any staff involved in the process. Contact us now to discuss your requirements leadassessor@qfiepa.org
