This qualification is aimed at individuals wishing to prove they have the level and range of knowledge required to understand how to following engineering drawings that detail type of steel bar and spacing used and how to set out work when positioning and securing steel reinforcing bars,(rebar), and steel mesh used in reinforced concrete on construction projects. The qualification is equally relevant to those already employed in Construction, Apprentices or new entrants to the industry and is also suitable for those wishing to find out more about the theoretical aspect of Steelfixing without the need to be directly employed in a Construction working environment. Establishing underpinning knowledge and understanding relevant to the Industry, this qualification is intended to be capable of delivery through both a taught programme of off-the-job learning or through workplace assessment (for those with access to the real workplace). The qualification has been designed to allow employees from Companies of all sizes equal opportunity to complete.
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