The primary purpose of the PIABC Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Wood Preserving (QN:600/5229/6) is to enable individuals to demonstrate specific competence and knowledge appropriate for the day to day activities in a timber treatment environment dealing with the safe operation of specialised equipment.

This is a national qualification consisting of mandatory and optional units. Mandatory units cover topics such as health and safety, and optional units include preparing timber, preparing for the use of chemicals, and operating treatment equipment.

This qualification has been developed with the advice of employers and will typically suit the following groups:

1. People recently employed in the industry who want to gain a sound foundation to the materials, and management processes that are central to timber supply chain to enable them to operate more effectively. Including Apprentices. 
2. People who have been in the industry for some time who want to extend their knowledge and/or gain a recognised qualification.

There is no necessity for any formal entry requirement to this qualification beyond the basic literacy and numeracy expected from anyone entering the wood industry.

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