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NPORS Appointed Person Course or Training NPORS Appointed Person Lifting Operations Training is aimed at anyone who is required to plan safe systems of work using lifting equipment and to gain the NPORS Appointed Person operator card. The aim of the course is to provide candidates with underpinning knowledge to prepare them for the role and responsibility. It is recommended that prior to attending this course individuals should have some experience of working with lifting equipment, especially mobile cranes. It is important that all delegates have a good understanding of spoken and written English for the appointed person course. NPORS is an approved CSCS Partner Card Scheme, firstly providing evidence that individuals working on construction sites have the appropriate training and qualifications but more importantly for the safe operation of the appointed person. Furthermore, training criteria is based on the approved standards of the Construction leadership Council. Experienced Appointed Person Test For experienced Appointed Persons you must complete a 1 day refresher training course. For refresher training you must have held a certificate or card in the past Appointed Person Course Duration: Experienced Worker Test: 1 day refresher training, maximum of 6 candidates Novice: 5 day’s training, maximum of 6 candidates Location*: Tewkesbury or at our clients’ site nationwide Mileage and accommodation charges may apply Certification NPORS Traditional card – lasts for 5 years and is mainly accepted with housebuilders, utilities, port and marine as proof of competence OR NPORS card with CSCS logo – accepted by all major building contractor’s. The initial card is the RED trained operator card which lasts for 2 years and can be upgraded to BLUE competent operator card further to completion of relevant NVQ. CSCS Health & Safety Test If you require the NPORS Appointed Person Red operator card with the CSCS logo on then you must have completed the operatives health and safety test within the last two years. In house certificates: suitable as proof of operator competence accepted for insurance and HSE compliance. The Appointed Person Course Includes: This Appointed Person Course covers essential legislation, crane appreciation, lifting accessories, and planning lifting operations. It culminates in writing a risk assessment and method statement. Legislation LOLER, PUWER, HASAWA. Codes of practice BS7121. Roles and responsibilities of personnel involved with lifting operations. Crane appreciation, crane types, capabilities and limitations. Duty charts. Crane terminology. Documentation and certification for lifting equipment and lifting accessories. Crane stability/ground conditions. Safe Load Indicators (SLI) and Safe Working Loads (SWL). Lifting accessories. Types of accessories and use. Slinging techniques. Down rating of accessories. Sling angles. Communications. Planning a lifting operation. Writing a risk assessment (end test). Writing a method statement (end test). Appointed Person Training Available 7 days a week to suit your business requirements. VPT have a team of friendly and approachable instructors, who have a wealth of knowledge of lifting equipment and the construction industry We have our own training centre conveniently located close to the M5 junction 9, In Tewkesbury. With its own purpose-built practical training area to simulate an actual working environment for the AP Course. Our Appointed Person training and test packages are priced to be competitive. Discounts are available for multiple bookings We can send a fully qualified NPORS Appointed Person Tester to your site nationwide, to reduce the amount of time away from work Frequently Asked Questions 1. What is the NPORS Appointed Person Lifting Operations Training? This training is designed for individuals required to plan safe systems of work using lifting equipment. It provides the knowledge necessary to prepare for the role and responsibilities of an Appointed Person. 2. Who should take this course? Anyone involved in planning and managing lifting operations, especially those with prior experience with lifting equipment, should take this course. 3. What does the course cover? The course covers legislation, codes of practice, roles and responsibilities, types of cranes, duty charts, lifting accessories, risk assessment, and method statement preparation. 4. How long is the course? The course duration is 5 days for novices and 1 day for experienced individuals seeking a refresher. 5. What certification do I receive upon completion? Participants receive an NPORS Appointed Person operator card, valid for 5 years or an NPORS card with CSCS logo. 6. Are there any prerequisites? Candidates should have a good understanding of English. For the NPORS card with CSCS logo, a CSCS Health & Safety test must have been completed within the last two years. Our more courses: Polish your abilities with our dedicated Lift Supervision Training, Slinger Signaller Training, Telehandler Training, Cat & Genny Training, Plant Loader Securer, Ride-On Road Roller, Abrasive Wheel Training, Lorry Loader Training and Scissor Lift Training sessions. Learn the safe and effective operation of these vital machines, crucial for construction and maintenance tasks. Elevate your skills and career prospects by enrolling in our comprehensive courses today.

Description  Whether you want to become a highly paid Android Developer or a Freelancer Android Developer and build top-notch Apps in no time flat, then this Android Developer's Portfolio Masterclass - Build real Apps course is what you need. This comprehensive course is designed to help you in building Android Developer's Portfolio, developer resume, and attract employers and amp. This course covers everything you need to know about building world-class apps you can add to your portfolio including the tools and techniques that required to become a Pro-Java Developer. You'll also learn how to grow your Android Development knowledge while building up your portfolio and the crucial Android Framework in a little time. What you'll learn Build Android Apps to include on your portfolio Master intermediate to advanced Android & Java Development Skills Build your Android Developer Resume and Reputation so you get that job! Master the tools that will make you and EXPERT Android & Java Developer Get all the tools and knowledge to become a true Android Developer Champion Requirements Have some Android Development Experience Have some Java Programming Experience (Java Refresher section provided) Not a complete Java and Android Beginner Who is the target audience? If you have a working Java and Android Development knowledge, this is for you. If you are a seasoned Java programmer and have done some Android Development then take this for you. If you are switching from C++ to Java then this is a fast-track way of doing it. You can get started straight away with the Intermediate Java Language section. If you are a pro developer and want to quickly get up to date with Android Development, then this course is for you. If you need some Java refresher, then you have come to the right place as I have included a bonus section on Java too. Who this course is for: Java and Android Student's who want to build their Android Developer's Portfolio Intermediate Android Developers who want to build their Android Developer Resume and get Jobs or start their freelancer careers Advanced Java and Android Developers who want to Build Android Apps that will wow potential employers and clients Android Developers who want to build their developer online presence Students who want to take their existent Android/Java Skills to the next level by building Amazing Android Apps Getting Started What you'll get from this Course? 00:03:00 How To Get Your Free Gifts? 00:05:00 About Bonus Sections 00:02:00 Build Your Portfolio App - Brand Yourself as Android Development What You'll Make by the End of This Section 1 00:01:00 Let's Build our Portfolio App - Setup User Interface - Part 1 00:14:00 Let's Build our Portfolio App - Setup User Interface - Part 2 00:10:00 Portfolio App - User Interface and Coordinator Widget 00:10:00 Let's Build our Portfolio App - TabLayout and Fragment 00:13:00 Let's Build our Portfolio App - Setup User Interface - Viewpager Adapter 00:15:00 Let's Build our Portfolio App - Final App 00:08:00 Build Your Portfolio - Motivational App What You'll Make by the End of This Section 2 00:01:00 Motivational App - Intro and UI Setup - Part 1 00:11:00 Motivational App - AppController Class 00:10:00 Motivational App - Pager Adapter 00:14:00 Motivational App - Quotes Fragment Setup 00:14:00 Motivational App - Show Quotes on Slide 00:20:00 Motivational App - Final - Cardview Colors 00:07:00 Build Your Portfolio - Build and Android Game What You'll Make by the End of This Section 3 00:01:00 Let's Build a Fun Game - Reflex Game - UI Setup 00:10:00 Let's Build a Fun Game - Reflex View - Setup - Part 1 00:11:00 Let's Build a Fun Game - Reflex View - Setup - Part 2 00:13:00 Let's Build a Fun Game - Reflex Game - Add Spot on Screen 00:13:00 Let's Build a Fun Game - Reflex Game - Show Spots and Tapping 00:15:00 Let's Build a Fun Game - Reflex Game - Adding Sound Efects 00:13:00 Let's Build a Fun Game - Reflex Game - More Setup 00:11:00 Let's Build a Fun Game - Reflex Game - Game Setup 00:11:00 Let's Build a Fun Game - Reflex Game -Final Game 00:17:00 Advanced Drawing on Screen Draw and Views in Android 00:05:00 Drawing Primitive Shapes on Screen - Circles and Lines 00:16:00 How to Read the Android Documentations 00:07:00 Gradients 00:07:00 Drawing Bitmaps on Screen 00:08:00 Custom TextViews 00:08:00 Build Your Portfolio - Build Pikasso - Doodlz App What You'll Make by the End of This Section 4 00:01:00 Pikasso App - Overview 00:14:00 Pikasso App - Setup - Part 1 00:06:00 Pikasso App - Setup - Motion Event Methods 00:15:00 Pikasso App - Drawing on Screen 00:15:00 Pikasso App - Setup - Creating Menus - Part 1 00:16:00 Pikasso App - Creating Menu - Part 2 00:06:00 Pikasso App - Setup Dialog for Width 00:11:00 Pikasso App - Setup - Color Seekbar - Part 1 00:12:00 Pikasso App - Setup SeekBar Dialog 00:16:00 Pikasso App - Setup - Finalize Color Seekbar Dialog 00:21:00 Pikasso App - Saving Images 00:18:00 Pikasso App - Final Product 00:05:00 Build Your Android Portfolio - Weather App What You'll Make by the End of This Section 5 00:01:00 Weather App - Setup User Interface 00:18:00 Weather App - adding a Background Image 00:08:00 Weather App - Setup Volley and JSON API 00:12:00 Weather App - Setup Model Class and ViewPager Fragment 00:17:00 Weather App - Creating the ForecastAdapter and Forecast Fragment 00:14:00 Weather App - Setup Forecast Fragment 00:13:00 Weather App - Setup Forecast Data Class and Download JSON Data 00:09:00 Weather App - Probing in JSON API Object 00:10:00 Weather App - Pulling Data and Async Callback Interface 00:18:00 Weather App - Showing data in ViewPager 00:10:00 Weather App - ViewPager Design and Rearranging Views 00:12:00 Weather App - Putting Together the Top CardView and Current Weather data 00:11:00 Weather App - Top Cardview Final Look 00:11:00 Weather App - Getting Location Input and Populate Screen 00:14:00 Weather App - Saving Locations - Shared Preferences 00:14:00 Weather App - Final Weather Forecast App 00:21:00 Build your Portfolio - Android Sensors What You'll Make by the End of This Section 6 00:01:00 Introduction to Sensor in Android Devices 00:04:00 Different types of Sensors 00:13:00 Getting Light Sensors 00:17:00 Ambient Temperature Sensor 00:11:00 Compass App - Part 1 00:12:00 Compass App - Final 00:12:00 Build your Portfolio - Breathe App What You'll Make by the End of This Section 6 00:01:00 Introduction to Breathe App - UI Setup 00:13:00 Introduction to Breathe App - Animation Library 00:11:00 Introduction to Breathe App - Animate the View 00:12:00 Introduction to Breathe App - Saving App Data 00:13:00 Introduction to Breathe App - Final App 00:21:00 Bonus Section - Java Refresher Intro to Variables - Java 00:07:00 Variables - Integers 00:08:00 Variables - Double, Chars, Floats 00:13:00 Variables - Booleans 00:03:00 Java Basic Operations 00:13:00 Java - Relational Operators and If Statements 00:10:00 Java For and While Loops 00:12:00 Java - Methods and Parameters 00:12:00 Java - Methods and Return Types 00:13:00 Java - Introduction to Classes 00:15:00 Java - Member Variables 00:09:00 Java Access Modifiers 00:13:00 Java - Overloading Constructors 00:05:00 Java - Introduction to Inheritance 00:04:00 Java Inheritance - Part 2 00:11:00 Java - Arrays 00:11:00 Java - Arrays - Part 2 00:06:00 Java - HashMaps 00:10:00 Java - HashMaps - Part 2 00:04:00 Installing Android Studio - Setup Development Environment Installing Java, JDK and JRE (Windows PC) 00:09:00 Install Android Studio on Windows PC 00:12:00 Install Android Studio - Mac OSX 00:09:00

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REFERENCE CODE 601/3040/4 COURSE LEVEL NVQ Level 3 THIS COURSE IS AVAILABLE IN Course Overview Who is this qualification for? This qualification is aimed at those who are involved in carrying out insulation or associated treatments to buildings; the qualification is at Level 3 and should be by those who are experienced and capable of dealing with a wide range of problems and situations and working with installations that have complex requirements. Candidates may take a technical or supervisory role, particularly in relation to less-experienced colleagues. They will also work closely with customers/clients and have well-developed customer service skills. The qualification is designed to ensure that there is a high degree of flexibility to complete by having pathways for a wide range of occupational roles and specialisms. All work must be carried out in accordance with Building Regulations and Industry recognised safe working practices, including the disposal of waste. What is required from candidates? GQA qualifications are made up of a number of units that have a credit value or credits. This qualification consists of 5 mandatory units and 6 pathways to cover occupational roles in External Wall Insulation, Cavity Wall Insulation, Loft insulation, Draught Proofing, Internal insulation and insulation to Framed Sections of Buildings. Candidates must complete all 5 mandatory units which have a total credit value of 23 credits and the required credits from the selected pathway. Dependent on the pathway selected the qualification has a total credit value ranging from 59 credits to 91 credits The units are made up of the things those working in these job roles need to know to be able to do to carry out the work safely and correctly. These are called Learning Outcomes, and all must be met to achieve the unit. Mandatory units Level Credit Maintain, promote and monitor Health and Safety in the Insulation and Building Treatments working environment Environmental Issues in the Insulation and Building Treatments working environment Identify and confirm requirements, resources and methods of work to carry out workplace activity Communication and teamwork in Insulation and Building Treatment activities Understanding Building Regulations and Legislation that apply to the Insulation and Building Treatments working environment Pathway 1 External Wall Insulation D/503/3042 Applying Surface Finishes to External Wall Insulation in the Workplace 2 19 Installing External Wall Insulation in the Workplace 2 19 Setting Out and Installing External Wall Insulation and Applying Surface Finishes to Buildings with Non-Routine or Complex Features Pathway 2 Cavity Wall Insulation Installing Cavity Wall Insulation in the Workplace 2 18 Setting Out and Installing Cavity Wall Insulation to Buildings with Non-Routine or Complex Features 3 24 Pathway 3 Loft Insulation Installing Loft Insulation in the Workplace Setting Out and Installing Loft Insulation to Buildings with Non-Routine or Complex Features Pathway 4 Draught Proofing Installing Draught-proofing to Openings in the Workplace 2 12 Setting Out and Installing Draught-Proofing to Openings with Non-Routine or Complex Features 3 30 Pathway 5 Internal Insulation to Walls, Floors or Ceilings Installing Internal Insulation to Walls, Floors or Ceilings in the Workplace Setting Out and Installing Internal Insulations to Walls, Floors or Ceilings to Buildings with Non-Routine or Complex Features Pathway 6 Insulation to Framed Sections of Buildings Installing Insulation to Framed Sections of Buildings in the Workplace 2 19 Setting Out and Installing Insulation to Framed Sections of Buildings with Complex or Non-Routine Features in the Workplace Assessment Guidance Evidence should show that you can complete all of the learning outcomes for each unit being taken. Types of evidence: Evidence of performance and knowledge is required. Evidence of performance should be demonstrated by activities and outcomes, and should be generated in the workplace only, unless indicated under potential sources of evidence (see below). Evidence of knowledge can be demonstrated though performance or by responding to questions. Quantity of evidence: Evidence should show that you can meet the requirements of the units in a way that demonstrates that the standards can be achieved consistently over an appropriate period of time. Potential sources of evidence: The main source of evidence for each unit will be observation of the candidate’s performance and knowledge demonstrated during the completion of the unit. This can be supplemented by the following types of physical or documentary evidence: Accident book/reporting system Photo/video evidence Safety records Work diaries Training records Timesheets Audio evidence Telephone logs Job specifications and documentations Delivery records Witness testimonies Equipment Correspondence with customers Prepared sites and structures Notes and memos Completed sites and structures Please Note that photocopied or downloaded documents such as manufacturers or industry guidance, H&S policies, Risk Assessments etc, are not normally acceptable evidence for GQA qualifications unless accompanied by a record of a professional discussion or Assessor statement confirming candidate knowledge of the subject. If you are in any doubt about the validity of evidence, please contact Oscar Onsite Academy