Level 3 Plant MPQC Vocational Qualifications SHE 4, 6 & 7 MPQC Vocational Qualifications MP Awards Revision Proposal for Levels 4, 6 & 7 SHE Qualifications John Bussey – Qualification Development Manager

Level 3 Plant MPQC Vocational Qualifications SHE 4, 6 & 7 MPQC Vocational Qualifications Positive aspects of the current qualifications They meet current/relevant legislation Recognised and accepted by the HSE as a demonstration of competence The criteria in units is logically sequenced There is a good standard of assessment and quality assurance

Level 3 Plant MPQC Vocational Qualifications SHE 4, 6 & 7 MPQC Vocational Qualifications Issues with the current qualifications The volume and duplication of knowledge across units Rigid requirements relating to the Health & Safety and Environmental improvements No clear progression route between qualifications Qualifications biased towards quarry activities making some criteria difficult to apply elsewhere Performance criteria relating to accident investigation is often difficult to cover

Level 3 Plant MPQC Vocational Qualifications SHE 4, 6 & 7 MPQC Vocational Qualifications Considerations in the review proposal Suite remains focussed on Health, Safety and Environmental Management Management of contractors should be included A generic core should form that basis of all qualifications to assist with progression Combine Health, Safety and Environmental units Structure qualifications to cover range of working environments and review the endorsement list

Level 3 Plant MPQC Vocational Qualifications SHE 4, 6 & 7 MPQC Vocational Qualifications Identifying which qualification As with all qualifications intended to demonstrate competence you should first establish what the individual undertakes in their role This should direct you towards one of the qualifications Clear descriptors should be included in qualification specifications to assist with identification

Level 3 Plant MPQC Vocational Qualifications SHE 4, 6 & 7 MPQC Vocational Qualifications I am looking to bring together a working group of industry experts and stakeholders for the development of the revised qualifications. I am also keen to hear from anyone with any comments or who would like to be part of the wider consultation without attending the working group meetings. Please send all enquiries to:- To Get Involved