Level 2 NCO Water Assessment

What Is the Level 2 NCO Water Qualification?

The Level 2 NCO Water Assessment is the benchmark qualification for operatives working on clean water infrastructure in the UK.

At Evolution Safety Solutions, we deliver this as an assessment-only route. That means no classroom time, no off-site courses. You get certified through what you already do on-site, with support from experienced assessors.

Who Should Complete the NCO Water Assessment?

This EUIAS NVQ Water qualification is for you if:

• • Water operatives already working on live clean water networks
  • Employees of water utility companies, Tier 1/Tier 2 contractors, or sub-contractors
  • Workers laying mains, installing services, or performing repairs
  • Employers seeking to meet EUSR, DWI, or contract compliance standards

  You must be employed in a relevant water network role. This qualification is based on real work, not training simulations.

What Will You Be Assessed On?

To complete the NCO Water qualification, you’ll complete:

1. Group A: Core Mandatory Units

Including:

• ✅ Health and safety
• ✅ Service avoidance
• ✅ Trench support
• ✅ Operate powered tools
• ✅ Electrofusion jointing

2. One Full Water Pathway

Choose based on your job role:

• ✅ B1: Water Main Layer
• ✅ B2: Water Service Layer
• ✅ B3: Water Repair & Maintenance Operative

3. Optional Units (Group D)

To meet credit requirements, such as:

• ✅ Butt fusion jointing
• ✅ Installing large-diameter water mains
• ✅ Pressure testing, swabbing, and disinfection

All tasks are aligned to national occupational standards and mapped to official Learning Outcomes (LO) and Assessment Criteria (AC).

How the Assessment Process Works

This is a work-based qualification, managed entirely through your day-to-day role. We assess your competence using:

• Photos and documentation from live work
• Test records, job sheets, flushing logs, QA forms
• Assessor observations (in person or remote)
• Supervisor or manager witness statements
• Short written tasks, clearly linked to the unit criteria

You’ll submit everything through QualsDirect, your secure e-portfolio system. Your assessor provides regular feedback and support.

Entry Requirements

• To begin, you must:
  • Be employed in a suitable water infrastructure role
  • Regularly carry out tasks like pipe laying, disinfection, repair or reinstatement
  • Have access to relevant equipment and documents
  • Work under a supervisor willing to validate your tasks (if needed)

  There are no formal pre-requisites. Just live work experience in the water network sector.

How Long Does It Take?

• Minimum duration: 6 months
• Typical completion: 6–12 months, depending on work access
• Total qualification time (TQT): approx. 460–550 hours
• Submit and assess one unit at a time via QualsDirect
• Feedback provided within 10 working days per unit

What You’ll Achieve

You’ll be awarded the:

Level 2 Diploma in Network Construction Operations – Water Pathway

This is:

• Fully regulated by Ofqual regulated water qualification
• Recognised by EUSR, CSCS, and clean water employers
• Compliant with utility frameworks and DWI expectations
• Accepted across the UK water and civil engineering sector

Why Choose Evolution Safety Solutions?

• Assessment-only model – no classroom time
• Qualified assessors with clean water network experience
• Structured task packs written for real water operatives
• Rapid, supportive feedback cycle
• Secure e-portfolio access (QualsDirect)
• Trusted by contractors and utilities across the UK
• Choose from multiple EUSR Courses on our website.

Ready to Get Assessed?

Whether you’re looking to progress your career or get your team certified to industry standard, we’re ready to help.

📞 Call: 03333 399 037
📧 Email: info@evolutionsafetysolutions.co.uk
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