Drylining
What is Drylining?
Drylining is the general term used to describe the construction
of wall linings and partitions using sheets of wallboard together
with a variety of framing systems.
Systems range from simple internal walls for houses to complex
constructions providing high performance fire and acoustic walls.
It is a modern, fast and lightweight building technique used in
all types of construction...and is one of the newest and fastest
growing trades.
What is an NVQ in Internal Finishing (Drylining)?
An NVQ is a new type of qualification, which proves you have
reached an expected standard in a certain type of work.
The introduction of an NVQ in drylining now establishes it as
a bona fide trade, with structured training and assessment.
An NVQ is made up of a number of individual units, which can be
achieved in any order. You don't even need to do all the units
if you don't want the full NVQ.
Am I eligible to take an NVQ?
Anybody can take an NVQ, whether a novice or an experienced trades
person. The flexibility of the NVQ qualification enables each
individual to progress at a speed appropriate to their own educational
and existing skill levels.
The NVQ is equally suitable for the novice to begin a career
in the construction industry and in drylining in particular.
Why should I take an NVQ?
Drylining used to be seen as a sub-division of joinery or plastering,
but is now a fully recognised trade in its own right. Because
of this, there is a definite shortage of skilled and qualified
tradespeople.
With an NVQ in Internal Finishing (Drylining) you will be entering
an expanding trade, with good prospects and financial rewards.
How do I achieve an NVQ?
The NVQ qualification is gained by a series of assessments against
certain criteria.
These assessments normally take place in a working environment,
though they can take place having set up a project or work activity
as a test piece.
It is not like a traditional exam for which you must study and
then sit a written test. Training is available via a comprehensive
network of accredited Training Centres throughout the UK.
How long will it take?
There is no set time to complete an NVQ. You can work at your
own pace, spending as much or as little time on the qualification
as you are able. However, if you already have some experience,
then you should take less time to reach the standard required.
If you are interested in working towards an NVQ in Internal Finishing
(Drylining) then further information is available from:-
British Gypsum Limited Training Centre
Tel: 0115 945 1000
www.bpb.co.uk
Knauf Training Services
Tel: 01795 424499
Email: training@knauf.co.uk
www.knauf.co.uk
Lafarge Training Centre
Tel: 01275 375938
www.lafarge.com
CITB (Construction Industry Training Board
Bircham Newton
King's Lynn
Norfolk
PE31 6RH
Tel: 01553 776677
www.citb.org.uk
