City & Guilds Limited · RQF Level 2

City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Work-based Environmental Conservation

You don’t just earn this. You learn to use it, one-to-one, on your own real work.

  • LevelRQF Level 2
  • Total credits37
  • Guided learning342 hours
  • Units in this qualification121

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City & Guilds, in collaboration with the National Land Based College (NLBC) has designed Land Based Technical Qualifications to increase skills levels in the land based sector.

These are the units City & Guilds Limited registers against this qualification. It is a catalogue, not a syllabus. Which of them you take depends on the combination the qualification requires, and that is set by the awarding body rather than by us. Every unit here is regulated, and every one you earn is yours to keep.

Carry out habitat managementReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit develops learners' practical skills to carry out habitat management tasks safely and effectively. You'll manage vegetation across different habitat types, select and maintain suitable equipment, and apply environmental good practice to minimise damage during maintenance activities.

What you'll be able to do

  • Carry out maintenance tasks.
  • Manage vegetation in different types of habitat.
  • Select equipment for managing vegetation.
  • Use equipment for managing vegetation.
  • Maintain equipment for managing vegetation.
  • Work safely when managing vegetation.
  • Minimise environmental damage when managing vegetation.
  • Describe how to carry out maintenance tasks.
  • Explain the need to manage vegetation.
  • Understand the need to manage vegetation.
  • Identify the types of equipment required to manage vegetation.
  • Describe how to maintain the types of equipment required to manage vegetation.
  • Explain the current health and safety legislation relevant to managing vegetation.
  • Explain environmental good practice relevant to managing vegetation.
Carry out habitat management work to maintain suitable coastal site conditionsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to maintain suitable coastal site conditions through habitat management techniques. The unit includes selecting and using equipment safely, monitoring effectiveness, and minimising environmental impact in line with legislation.

What you'll be able to do

  • Maintain suitable coastal site conditions.
  • Select, use and maintain equipment for maintaining suitable coastal site conditions.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage.
  • Maintain suitable coastal site conditions.
  • Know the types of equipment required and how to maintain them.
  • Know the current health and safety legislation and environmental good practice.
Carry out habitat management work to maintain suitable site conditions for grasslandReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll develop the skills to maintain suitable site conditions for grassland, including selecting, using, and maintaining appropriate equipment. The unit emphasises safe working practices and minimising environmental impact during habitat management tasks.

What you'll be able to do

  • Maintain suitable site conditions for grassland
  • Select equipment for maintaining suitable conditions for grassland
  • Use equipment for maintaining suitable conditions for grassland
  • Maintain equipment for maintaining suitable conditions for grassland
  • Work safely when maintaining suitable conditions for grassland
  • Minimise environmental damage when maintaining suitable conditions for grassland
  • Maintain suitable site conditions for grassland
  • Know the types of equipment required for maintaining suitable conditions for grassland
  • Maintain the equipment required for maintaining suitable conditions for grassland
  • Know the current health and safety legislation and environmental good practice related to grassland maintenance
Carry out habitat management work to maintain suitable site conditions for heathlandReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit equips learners with skills to carry out habitat management tasks aimed at maintaining suitable site conditions for heathland. You'll select, use, and maintain appropriate equipment while controlling vegetation, invasive species, and managing grazing safely and with minimal environmental impact.

What you'll be able to do

  • Maintain suitable site conditions for heathland.
  • Select equipment for maintaining suitable site conditions for heathland.
  • Use equipment for maintaining suitable site conditions for heathland.
  • Maintain equipment for maintaining suitable site conditions for heathland.
  • Work safely when maintaining suitable site conditions for heathland.
  • Minimise environmental damage when maintaining suitable site conditions for heathland.
  • Describe how to maintain suitable site conditions for heathland.
  • Identify the types of equipment required to maintain suitable site conditions for heathland.
  • Describe how to maintain the types of equipment required to maintain suitable site conditions for heathland.
  • Explain the current health and safety legislation relevant to maintaining suitable site conditions for heathland.
  • Explain environmental good practice relevant to maintaining suitable site conditions for heathland.
Carry out habitat management work to maintain suitable site conditions for hedgerows / farmlandReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit equips learners to carry out habitat management to maintain suitable site conditions for hedgerows or farmland. You'll select and use equipment safely, apply correct techniques, and address potential environmental issues.

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to maintain suitable site conditions for hedgerows or farmland
  • Demonstrate the ability to select, use and maintain equipment for maintaining suitable site conditions for hedgerows or farmland
  • Demonstrate the ability to work safely and minimise environmental damage during habitat management work
  • Understand how to maintain suitable site conditions for hedgerows or farmland
  • Know the types of equipment required for habitat management and how to maintain them
  • Understand the current health and safety legislation and environmental good practice relevant to habitat management
Carry out habitat management work to maintain suitable site conditions for moorlandReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll gain skills to maintain suitable site conditions for moorland habitats, including selecting, using, and maintaining appropriate equipment. The unit focuses on safe working practices, environmental protection, and monitoring site conditions to meet specified requirements.

What you'll be able to do

  • Maintain suitable coastal site conditions for moorland
  • Select equipment for maintaining suitable site conditions for moorlands
  • Use equipment for maintaining suitable site conditions for moorlands
  • Maintain equipment for maintaining suitable site conditions for moorlands
  • Work safely when maintaining suitable site conditions for moorland
  • Minimise environmental damage when maintaining suitable site conditions for moorland
  • Describe how to maintain suitable site conditions for moorland
  • Identify the types of equipment required to maintain suitable site conditions for moorland
  • Describe how to maintain the types of equipment required to maintain suitable site conditions for moorland
  • Explain current health and safety legislation relevant to maintaining suitable site conditions for moorland
  • Explain environmental good practice relevant to maintaining suitable site conditions for moorland
Carry out habitat management work to maintain suitable site conditions for wetlandReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to carry out habitat management in wetlands, including maintaining water levels, controlling vegetation, and preserving water quality. The unit emphasises safe equipment use, environmental protection, and adherence to good practice.

What you'll be able to do

  • Maintain suitable site conditions for wetland habitats effectively.
  • Select appropriate equipment for maintaining suitable site conditions for wetland habitats.
  • Use equipment safely and effectively for maintaining suitable site conditions for wetland habitats.
  • Maintain equipment in good working order for maintaining suitable site conditions for wetland habitats.
  • Work safely at all times when carrying out habitat management work in wetlands.
  • Minimise environmental damage when carrying out habitat management work in wetlands.
  • Describe the methods used to maintain suitable site conditions for wetlands.
  • Identify the types of equipment required for maintaining suitable site conditions for wetlands.
  • Explain how to maintain the equipment used for maintaining suitable site conditions for wetlands.
  • Describe the current health and safety legislation relevant to habitat management work in wetlands.
  • Explain environmental good practice relevant to habitat management work in wetlands.
Carry out habitat management work to maintain suitable site conditions for woodlandsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
It teaches you to maintain suitable woodland site conditions using habitat management techniques. You'll select and use equipment safely, monitor management effectiveness, and apply health and safety and environmental good practice.

What you'll be able to do

  • Maintain suitable site conditions for woodlands.
  • Select, use and maintain equipment for maintaining suitable site conditions for woodlands.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage during habitat management activities.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of how to maintain suitable site conditions for woodland.
  • Identify the types of equipment required for woodland maintenance and explain how to maintain them.
  • Explain the current health and safety legislation and environmental good practice relevant to woodland habitat management.
Carry out the fabrication and installation of permanent structures for the water environmentReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to fabricate and install permanent structures in the water environment safely and according to specifications. The unit includes selecting, using, and maintaining relevant equipment while minimising environmental impact and complying with health and safety legislation.

What you'll be able to do

  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage during the fabrication and installation of permanent structures in the water environment.
  • Select, use and maintain relevant equipment for the fabrication and installation of permanent structures.
  • Carry out the fabrication and installation of permanent structures according to specified designs and procedures.
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice related to the fabrication and installation of permanent structures in the water environment.
  • Carry out the fabrication and installation of permanent structures, including techniques and materials.
  • Understand wider environmental issues related to the fabrication and installation of permanent structures in the water environment.
Chainsaw maintenanceReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll be able to maintain chainsaws by inspecting for damage, sharpening chains, cleaning and lubricating components, replacing parts, and testing functionality. The unit ensures competence in chainsaw maintenance to promote safe and efficient operation.

What you'll be able to do

  • Carry out maintenance of a chainsaw
Co-ordinate and oversee habitat management workReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit develops learners' ability to co-ordinate and oversee habitat management work. It includes managing activities to meet standards, promoting health and safety, and ensuring environmental good practice throughout the work.

What you'll be able to do

  • Effectively co-ordinate habitat management work activities.
  • Oversee habitat management work to ensure it meets required standards.
  • Promote health and safety procedures during habitat management work.
  • Promote environmental good practice during habitat management work.
  • Understand the processes involved in co-ordinating habitat management work.
  • Understand the processes involved in overseeing habitat management work.
  • Understand relevant health and safety legislation pertaining to habitat management.
  • Understand relevant environmental good practice guidelines pertaining to habitat management.
Collect, sort and process materials for recyclingReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit equips learners to collect, sort, and process materials for recycling using appropriate equipment. You'll handle various recyclable materials correctly, sort them into categories, and prepare them for recycling while ensuring health and safety.

What you'll be able to do

  • Collect materials for recycling
  • Sort materials for recycling
  • Process materials for recycling
  • Use equipment in recycling materials
  • Protect your own and others health and safety
  • Collect, sort and process materials for recycling
  • Know the relevant health and safety and other legislation in recycling materials
Communicate with the public and othersReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll develop effective communication skills for interacting with the public and others, adapting styles to suit different audiences. The unit also covers working safely, minimising environmental damage, and understanding relevant health and safety legislation and organisational values.

What you'll be able to do

  • Communicate effectively with the public and others in a clear, concise, and respectful manner.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage during work activities.
  • Communicate with the public and others, including active listening and responding to queries.
  • Know the current health and safety legislation and environmental good practice relevant to the work environment.
  • Understand the values of the organisation and how they relate to interactions with the public and others.
Conduct and report on a field survey for access networksReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to conduct and report on field surveys for access networks. The unit covers accurate data collection and recording, safe working practices, minimising environmental damage, and clear presentation of survey findings.

What you'll be able to do

  • Collect and record field survey data for access networks accurately and comprehensively.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage while conducting field surveys.
  • Report on the findings of the field survey for access networks, presenting data clearly and concisely.
Conduct and report on a field survey for animalsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to conduct and report on field surveys for animals, including accurate data collection using standardised methods. The unit emphasises safe working practices and minimising environmental impact while presenting survey findings clearly.

What you'll be able to do

  • Collect field survey data for animals accurately and systematically.
  • Record field survey data for animals clearly and comprehensively.
  • Work safely when conducting field surveys for animals.
  • Minimise environmental damage when conducting field surveys for animals.
  • Report on the findings of the field survey for animals in a clear and concise manner.
Conduct and report on a field survey for habitat typesReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
It teaches you to conduct and report on field surveys for habitat types by accurately collecting and recording data using appropriate methods and equipment. You'll work safely and minimise environmental damage throughout the survey process.

What you'll be able to do

  • Collect field survey data for habitat types accurately and systematically, using appropriate methods and equipment.
  • Record field survey data for habitat types clearly and comprehensively, ensuring it is organised and readily accessible.
  • Work safely during the field survey, adhering to relevant health and safety guidelines and procedures.
  • Minimise environmental damage during the field survey, following environmental good practice and minimising disturbance to habitats and wildlife.
  • Report on the field survey for habitat types, presenting the findings in a clear, concise, and informative manner.
Conduct and report on a field survey for peopleReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to conduct and report on field surveys for people, including accurate and systematic data collection. The unit emphasises safe working practices, minimising environmental impact, and clear reporting of survey results.

What you'll be able to do

  • Collect and record field survey data for people accurately and systematically, using appropriate methods and tools.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage during the field survey, adhering to health and safety regulations and environmental best practices.
  • Report on the field survey for people clearly and concisely, presenting the findings in a format suitable for the intended audience.
Conduct and report on a field survey for physical featuresReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
It teaches you to conduct field surveys for physical features by collecting, recording, and organising data accurately and systematically. You'll also apply safe working practices and minimise environmental impact during survey activities.

What you'll be able to do

  • Collect field survey data for physical features accurately and systematically, using appropriate methods and equipment.
  • Record field survey data for physical features clearly and comprehensively, ensuring it is organised and readily accessible.
  • Work safely during the field survey, adhering to relevant health and safety guidelines and procedures.
  • Minimise environmental damage during the field survey, following environmental good practice and minimising disturbance to habitats and wildlife.
  • Report on the field survey for physical features, presenting the findings in a clear, concise, and informative manner.
Conduct and report on a field survey for plantsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
It teaches you to conduct and report on field surveys for plants, ensuring accurate data collection and clear reporting. You'll also develop safe working practices to minimise environmental impact during survey activities.

What you'll be able to do

  • Collect field survey data for plants accurately
  • Record field survey data for plants effectively
  • Work safely during the field survey for plants
  • Minimise environmental damage during the field survey for plants
  • Report on the findings of the field survey for plants accurately and comprehensively
Construct, maintain and repair access gatesReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll gain the skills to construct, maintain, and repair access gates to a satisfactory standard. The unit includes selecting and safely using relevant equipment, complying with health and safety legislation, and minimising environmental damage during these activities.

What you'll be able to do

  • Construct, maintain and repair access gates to a satisfactory standard
  • Select, use and maintain equipment for the construction, maintenance and repair of access gates safely and effectively
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage during the construction, maintenance and repair of access gates
  • Construct, maintain and repair access gates, including different gate types and construction methods
  • Know the current health and safety legislation and environmental good practice relevant to gate construction, maintenance and repair
  • Know the types of equipment required for gate construction, maintenance and repair, and how to maintain them in good working order
Construct, maintain and repair aggregate pathsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit covers the construction, maintenance, and repair of aggregate paths, including working to required dimensions and levels. You'll select and use appropriate equipment safely, understand relevant health and safety legislation, and minimise environmental damage.

What you'll be able to do

  • Construct, maintain and repair aggregate paths to the required specification.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage during the construction, maintenance and repair of aggregate paths.
  • Select, use and maintain relevant equipment for the construction, maintenance and repair of aggregate paths.
  • Know the different types of path and their suitability for different purposes.
  • Construct, maintain and repair paths using appropriate techniques and materials.
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice related to path construction and maintenance.
  • Know the types of equipment required for path construction and maintenance and how to maintain them in good working order.
Construct, maintain and repair banksReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
It teaches you to construct, maintain, and repair banks according to specified designs and environmental considerations. You'll select and use appropriate equipment safely, monitor bank conditions, and implement maintenance to ensure structural integrity.

What you'll be able to do

  • Construct banks according to specified designs and environmental considerations.
  • Maintain banks to ensure their structural integrity and functionality.
  • Repair banks to address damage and prevent further deterioration.
  • Select, use and maintain equipment for the construction, maintenance and repair of banks, ensuring safe and efficient operation.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage during the construction, maintenance and repair of banks, adhering to relevant regulations and best practices.
  • Construct, maintain and repair banks, including techniques, materials, and environmental considerations.
  • Know the current health and safety legislation and environmental good practice relevant to bank construction, maintenance and repair.
  • Know the types of equipment required for bank construction, maintenance and repair, and how to maintain them in good working order.
Construct, maintain and repair bark pathsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit covers the construction, maintenance, and repair of bark paths, including ground preparation, bark laying, and surface compaction. You'll also develop skills in equipment use and maintenance, health and safety compliance, and environmental protection.

What you'll be able to do

  • Construct bark paths to meet specified requirements
  • Maintain bark paths to ensure their continued usability
  • Repair bark paths to restore them to their original condition
  • Work safely at all times when constructing, maintaining and repairing bark paths
  • Minimise environmental damage during construction, maintenance and repair activities
  • Select appropriate equipment for constructing, maintaining and repairing bark paths
  • Use equipment safely and effectively for constructing, maintaining and repairing bark paths
  • Maintain equipment in good working order for constructing, maintaining and repairing bark paths
  • Understand the methods used to construct bark paths
  • Understand the methods used to maintain bark paths
  • Understand the methods used to repair bark paths
  • Understand relevant health and safety legislation pertaining to bark path construction, maintenance and repair
  • Understand environmental good practice related to bark path construction, maintenance and repair
  • Identify the types of equipment required for bark path construction, maintenance and repair
  • Understand how to maintain the equipment required for bark path construction, maintenance and repair
Construct, maintain and repair boardwalksReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to construct, maintain, and repair boardwalks safely and to the required standard. The unit covers selecting and using appropriate equipment, following safe working practices, and minimising environmental disturbance during construction and maintenance activities.

What you'll be able to do

  • Construct, maintain and repair boardwalks to a suitable standard.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage during boardwalk construction, maintenance and repair.
  • Select, use and maintain relevant equipment for boardwalk construction, maintenance and repair.
  • Understand how to construct, maintain and repair boardwalks.
  • Understand the difference between boardwalk paths and other types of path.
  • Understand relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice related to boardwalk construction.
  • Understand the types of equipment required for boardwalk construction and how to maintain them.
Construct, maintain and repair flag pathsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
It teaches you to construct, maintain, and repair flag paths to required specifications. You'll select and use appropriate materials and equipment safely while minimising environmental damage and ensuring path functionality.

What you'll be able to do

  • Construct flag paths to meet required specifications.
  • Maintain flag paths to ensure their continued functionality.
  • Repair flag paths to restore them to their original condition.
  • Work safely at all times when constructing, maintaining and repairing flag paths.
  • Minimise environmental damage during the construction, maintenance and repair of flag paths.
  • Select appropriate equipment for the construction, maintenance and repair of flag paths.
  • Use equipment safely and effectively for the construction, maintenance and repair of flag paths.
  • Maintain equipment to ensure its continued safe and effective operation.
  • Describe the methods used to construct, maintain and repair flag paths.
  • Explain the differences between flag paths and other types of path.
  • Describe current health and safety legislation relevant to the construction, maintenance and repair of flag paths.
  • Explain environmental good practice relevant to the construction, maintenance and repair of flag paths.
  • Identify the types of equipment required for constructing, maintaining and repairing flag paths.
  • Describe how to maintain the equipment used for constructing, maintaining and repairing flag paths.
Construct, maintain and repair fordsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit provides learners with the skills to construct, maintain, and repair fords safely and effectively. It includes interpreting plans, selecting materials, performing construction and maintenance tasks, and minimising environmental impact.

What you'll be able to do

  • Construct fords to meet specified requirements
  • Maintain fords to ensure their continued usability
  • Repair fords to restore them to their original condition
  • Work safely at all times when constructing, maintaining and repairing fords
  • Minimise environmental damage during construction, maintenance and repair activities
  • Select appropriate equipment for constructing, maintaining and repairing fords
  • Use equipment safely and effectively for constructing, maintaining and repairing fords
  • Maintain equipment in good working order for constructing, maintaining and repairing fords
  • Understand the methods used to construct fords
  • Understand the methods used to maintain fords
  • Understand the methods used to repair fords
  • Differentiate between different types of access structure
  • Understand relevant health and safety legislation pertaining to ford construction, maintenance and repair
  • Understand environmental good practice related to ford construction, maintenance and repair
  • Identify the types of equipment required for ford construction, maintenance and repair
  • Understand how to maintain the equipment required for ford construction, maintenance and repair
Construct, maintain and repair post and rail boundariesReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to construct, maintain, and repair post and rail boundaries to specified standards. The unit emphasises safe equipment selection, use, and maintenance, as well as minimising environmental damage during these activities.

What you'll be able to do

  • Construct post and rail boundaries to a specified standard.
  • Maintain post and rail boundaries to ensure their continued effectiveness.
  • Repair post and rail boundaries to restore them to their original condition.
  • Select, use and maintain equipment for the construction, maintenance and repair of post and rail fence boundaries.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage during the construction, maintenance and repair of post and rail fence boundaries.
  • Construct, maintain and repair post and rail fence boundaries according to industry best practice.
  • Know the current health and safety legislation and environmental good practice relevant to post and rail boundary work.
  • Know the types of equipment required for post and rail boundary work and how to maintain them.
Construct, maintain and repair post and wire fence boundariesReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to construct, maintain, and repair post and wire fence boundaries according to specifications. The unit covers safe equipment selection and use, environmental considerations, and adherence to health and safety requirements.

What you'll be able to do

  • Construct, maintain and repair post and wire fence boundaries to the required specification.
  • Select, use and maintain equipment for the construction, maintenance and repair of post and wire fence boundaries effectively.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage during the construction, maintenance and repair of post and wire fence boundaries.
  • Construct, maintain and repair post and wire fence boundaries using appropriate techniques and materials.
  • Know the current health and safety legislation and environmental good practice related to fence construction and maintenance.
  • Know the types of equipment required for fence construction and maintenance and how to maintain them in good working order.
Construct, maintain and repair reinforced pathsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll develop the skills to construct, maintain, and repair reinforced paths to specified dimensions and standards. The unit includes safe working practices, environmental considerations, equipment selection and maintenance, and understanding the differences between reinforced and other path types.

What you'll be able to do

  • Construct, maintain and repair reinforced paths to the required specification.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage during the construction, maintenance and repair of reinforced paths.
  • Select, use and maintain relevant equipment for the construction, maintenance and repair of reinforced paths.
  • Construct, maintain and repair reinforced paths using appropriate techniques and materials.
  • Know the difference between reinforced paths and other types of path, including their suitability for different purposes.
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice related to path construction and maintenance.
  • Know the types of equipment required for path construction and maintenance and how to maintain them in good working order.
Construct, maintain and repair signs/way markersReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit provides learners with the skills to construct, maintain, and repair signs and way markers according to specifications. You'll select and use appropriate equipment safely, inspect and treat signs to prevent deterioration, and carry out repairs while minimising environmental impact.

What you'll be able to do

  • Construct signs and way markers according to specifications
  • Maintain signs and way markers to ensure their longevity and effectiveness
  • Repair signs and way markers to restore them to their original condition
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage during the construction, maintenance, and repair of signs and way markers
  • Select, use, and maintain relevant equipment for constructing, maintaining, and repairing signs and way markers
  • Construct signs and way markers using appropriate materials and techniques
  • Maintain signs and way markers to prevent deterioration
  • Repair signs and way markers effectively
  • Distinguish between different types of access structure used for signs and way markers
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice relating to the construction, maintenance, and repair of signs and way markers
  • Know the types of equipment required for constructing, maintaining, and repairing signs and way markers and how to maintain them in good working order
Construct, maintain and repair simple bridgesReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit covers the construction, maintenance, and repair of simple bridges according to specified plans. You'll develop skills in safe working practices, environmental protection, and the selection, use, and maintenance of relevant equipment.

What you'll be able to do

  • Construct simple bridges according to specifications.
  • Maintain simple bridges to ensure their continued functionality.
  • Repair simple bridges to restore them to their original condition.
  • Work safely at all times when constructing, maintaining, or repairing bridges.
  • Minimise environmental damage during bridge construction, maintenance, or repair.
  • Select appropriate equipment for bridge construction, maintenance, or repair.
  • Use equipment safely and effectively for bridge construction, maintenance, or repair.
  • Maintain equipment in good working order for bridge construction, maintenance, or repair.
  • Describe the processes involved in constructing simple bridges.
  • Explain the procedures for maintaining simple bridges.
  • Outline the methods used to repair simple bridges.
  • Differentiate between different types of access structures used in bridge work.
  • Identify relevant health and safety legislation pertaining to bridge work.
  • Apply environmental good practice during bridge construction, maintenance and repair.
  • Identify the types of equipment required for bridge work.
  • Describe how to maintain equipment used in bridge work.
Construct, maintain and repair stepsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll gain the skills to construct, maintain, and repair steps to the required standard, selecting and using appropriate equipment safely. The unit also covers understanding different types of access structures and applying relevant health and safety and environmental good practice.

What you'll be able to do

  • Construct, maintain and repair steps to the required standard
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage during construction, maintenance and repair of steps
  • Select, use and maintain relevant equipment for constructing, maintaining and repairing steps
  • Describe how to construct, maintain and repair steps
  • Distinguish between different types of access structure used in step construction
  • Explain relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice related to step construction
  • Identify the types of equipment required for step construction and explain how to maintain them
Construct, maintain and repair stilesReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit equips learners with practical skills to construct, maintain, and repair stiles to required specifications. You'll select, use, and maintain appropriate equipment safely while adhering to health and safety legislation and minimising environmental impact.

What you'll be able to do

  • Construct stiles to meet required specifications.
  • Maintain stiles to ensure their continued functionality.
  • Repair stiles to restore them to their original condition.
  • Select appropriate equipment for the construction, maintenance and repair of stiles.
  • Use equipment safely and effectively for the construction, maintenance and repair of stiles.
  • Maintain equipment to ensure its continued safe and effective operation.
  • Work safely at all times when constructing, maintaining and repairing stiles.
  • Minimise environmental damage during the construction, maintenance and repair of stiles.
  • Describe the methods used to construct stiles.
  • Explain the procedures used to maintain stiles.
  • Outline the processes used to repair stiles.
  • Describe current health and safety legislation relevant to the construction, maintenance and repair of stiles.
  • Explain environmental good practice relevant to the construction, maintenance and repair of stiles.
Construct, maintain and repair stone pitched pathsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit covers the construction, maintenance, and repair of stone pitched paths. You'll develop skills in site preparation, stone laying techniques, equipment selection, and safe working practices to ensure durable and environmentally considerate pathwork.

What you'll be able to do

  • Construct stone pitched paths to a specified standard.
  • Maintain stone pitched paths to ensure their continued effectiveness.
  • Repair stone pitched paths to restore them to their original condition.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage during the construction, maintenance and repair of stone pitched paths.
  • Select, use and maintain relevant equipment for stone pitched path work.
  • Construct, maintain and repair stone pitched paths according to industry best practice.
  • Know the difference between stone pitched paths and other types of path in terms of construction and purpose.
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice related to stone pitched path work.
  • Know the types of equipment required for stone pitched path work and how to maintain them.
Construct, maintain and repair stone wall boundariesReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to construct, maintain, and repair stone wall boundaries to specified standards. The unit includes selecting appropriate materials and equipment, working safely, and minimising environmental impact during all activities.

What you'll be able to do

  • Construct stone wall boundaries to meet required specifications
  • Maintain stone wall boundaries to ensure their structural integrity and appearance
  • Repair stone wall boundaries using appropriate techniques and materials
  • Select appropriate equipment for the construction, maintenance and repair of stone wall boundaries
  • Use equipment safely and effectively when constructing, maintaining and repairing stone wall boundaries
  • Maintain equipment to ensure it is in good working order for the construction, maintenance and repair of stone wall boundaries
  • Work safely at all times when constructing, maintaining and repairing stone wall boundaries
  • Minimise environmental damage during the construction, maintenance and repair of stone wall boundaries
  • Describe the methods used to construct stone wall boundaries
  • Explain the processes involved in maintaining stone wall boundaries
  • Describe the techniques used to repair stone wall boundaries
  • Explain current health and safety legislation relevant to the construction, maintenance and repair of stone wall boundaries
  • Describe environmental good practice relevant to the construction, maintenance and repair of stone wall boundaries
Contribute to restoring polluted environments to acceptable conditionsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
It teaches you to contribute to restoring polluted environments by assessing pollution extent, selecting restoration methods, and assisting in operations. Emphasis is placed on safe working practices and minimising environmental damage.

What you'll be able to do

  • Assess the site to determine the extent of pollution and identify appropriate restoration methods.
  • Assist and complete operations in the restoration of polluted environments to acceptable conditions, following established procedures and guidelines.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage during restoration activities, adhering to health and safety regulations and environmental best practices.
  • Know the methods and reasons for restoration of polluted environments to acceptable conditions, demonstrating an understanding of the principles and techniques involved.
  • Understand the methods and reasons for the restoration of polluted environments to acceptable conditions, including the ecological and environmental factors to consider.
  • Select, use and maintain equipment for restoring polluted environments to acceptable conditions, ensuring safe and effective operation.
  • Know the types of equipment required for restoring polluted environments and how to maintain them in good working order.
  • Know the current health and safety legislation and environmental good practice relevant to the restoration of polluted environments.
Control vertebrate pest populations using chemical meansReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit equips learners to control vertebrate pest populations using chemical methods safely and effectively. It includes site surveys, pest assessment, chemical selection and application, record keeping, and minimising environmental impact.

What you'll be able to do

  • Determine the need for vertebrate pest control based on site assessment
  • Control vertebrate pest populations using chemical means in a safe and effective manner
  • Work safely when controlling vertebrate pest populations using chemical means
  • Minimise environmental damage when controlling vertebrate pest populations using chemical means
  • Maintain accurate records of vertebrate pest control activities
  • Understand how to assess a site to determine the need for vertebrate pest control
  • Understand the methods used to control vertebrate pest populations using chemical means
  • Understand relevant health and safety legislation pertaining to vertebrate pest control using chemical means
  • Understand environmental good practice related to vertebrate pest control using chemical means
  • Understand how to maintain accurate records of vertebrate pest control activities
Control vertebrate pests and predators by shootingReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll develop the ability to assess the need for vertebrate pest and predator control and apply humane shooting techniques safely and legally. The unit includes firearm handling, environmental considerations, and maintaining accurate records of control activities.

What you'll be able to do

  • Determine the need for vertebrate pest and predator control measures.
  • Shoot vertebrate pests and predators effectively and humanely.
  • Handle firearms and ammunition safely and in accordance with legal requirements.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage during vertebrate pest and predator control activities.
  • Maintain accurate records of vertebrate pest and predator control activities.
  • Understand how to determine the need for vertebrate pest and predator control.
  • Understand how to shoot vertebrate pests and predators effectively and humanely.
  • Understand relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice related to vertebrate pest and predator control.
  • Understand how to maintain accurate records of vertebrate pest and predator control activities.
Control vertebrate pests and predators using trapsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit equips learners with the knowledge and skills to control vertebrate pests and predators using traps. You'll assess the need for control, select and use traps appropriately, work safely, minimise environmental damage, and maintain accurate records of control activities.

What you'll be able to do

  • Determine the need for vertebrate pest and predator control in a given situation.
  • Trap vertebrate pests and predators effectively and humanely.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage when controlling vertebrate pests and predators.
  • Maintain accurate records of vertebrate pest and predator control activities.
  • Understand how to determine the need for vertebrate pest and predator control.
  • Understand how to trap vertebrate pests and predators using appropriate methods.
  • Understand relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice related to pest control.
  • Understand how to maintain accurate records of pest control activities.
Control water channel capacity by manual operationsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll gain knowledge and skills to control water channel capacity using manually operated systems. The unit includes safe working practices, relevant legislation, environmental protection, and understanding operational plans and system effects.

What you'll be able to do

  • Work safely, adhering to health and safety regulations and minimising environmental damage during water channel control operations.
  • Control channel capacity using manually operated water control systems effectively.
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation pertaining to water channel control operations.
  • Know environmental good practice relevant to water channel control operations.
  • Understand plans for controlling channel capacity using manual operations.
  • Control channel capacity by the control of water transfer using manual operations.
Cross-cut and stack small diameter timber using a chainsawReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit develops learners' ability to safely cross-cut and stack small diametre timber using a chainsaw. It covers safe chainsaw operation, adherence to safety regulations, accurate timber cutting, and organised stacking techniques.

What you'll be able to do

  • Cross-cut small diameter timber using a chainsaw, adhering to safety regulations and industry best practices.
  • Stack small diameter timber using a chainsaw, ensuring stability and efficient use of space.
Deal with accidents and emergencies involving children and young people during environmental activitiesReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll gain the ability to respond appropriately to accidents and emergencies involving children and young people during environmental activities. The unit includes practical response skills and understanding of relevant procedures and organisational policies.

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to deal with accidents and emergencies whilst working with children and young people during environmental activities
  • Demonstrate knowledge of how to deal with accidents and emergencies when working with children and young people during environmental activities
Deliver and evaluate interpretive entertainment and educational activitiesReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
It teaches you to deliver and evaluate interpretive entertainment and educational activities related to environmental topics. You'll adapt delivery methods to audience needs and assess the effectiveness of activities in achieving learning objectives.

What you'll be able to do

  • Deliver interpretive and educational activities to engage audiences with environmental topics
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of interpretive and educational activities in achieving learning objectives
  • Explain how to deliver engaging and informative interpretive entertainment and educational activities
  • Explain how to evaluate the effectiveness of interpretive and educational activities, using appropriate methods
Encourage and motivate volunteersReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit equips learners to encourage and motivate volunteers by promoting the ethos and values of volunteering. You'll recognise volunteer contributions, use motivational techniques, and provide constructive feedback to support volunteer participation.

What you'll be able to do

  • Motivate volunteers by promoting the special ethos and values of volunteering.
  • Recognise voluntary effort by valuing volunteer contributions.
  • Understand how to motivate volunteers by promoting the special ethos and values of volunteering within an organisation.
  • Understand how to recognise voluntary effort by valuing volunteer contributions to an organisation.
Encourage involvement in recyclingReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll gain knowledge and skills to promote recycling initiatives effectively. The unit covers selecting and adapting communication methods, understanding environmental, social, and economic benefits, and adhering to health and safety and waste legislation.

What you'll be able to do

  • Promote recycling to others using appropriate communication methods.
  • Understand the need to encourage and involve people in recycling initiatives.
  • Know the implications of encouraging involvement in recycling with respect to health and safety regulations.
  • Know the implications of encouraging involvement in recycling with respect to waste legislation.
  • Know the implications of encouraging involvement in recycling with respect to waste regulations.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with othersReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit focuses on establishing and maintaining effective working relationships within a land-based context. You'll develop communication skills, demonstrate respect for others, contribute positively to team activities, and understand the importance of good working practices.

What you'll be able to do

  • Maintain effective working relationships with others in a land-based context.
  • Understand why good working practices are important for maintaining effective working relationships.
Establish and protect coastal vegetationReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit covers the knowledge and skills required to establish and protect coastal vegetation, including identifying suitable species and applying appropriate techniques. You'll also understand relevant health and safety legislation, environmental good practice, and equipment maintenance.

What you'll be able to do

  • Establish and protect coastal vegetation, including appropriate species and techniques.
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice related to establishing and protecting coastal vegetation.
  • Know the types of equipment required for establishing and protecting coastal vegetation and how to maintain them.
  • Establish and protect coastal vegetation using appropriate methods and materials.
  • Distinguish between a coastal habitat and other types of habitat, recognising their unique characteristics and requirements.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage when establishing and protecting coastal vegetation.
  • Select, use and maintain relevant equipment for establishing and protecting coastal vegetation.
Establish and protect grassland vegetationReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit provides learners with knowledge and skills to establish and protect grassland vegetation. It covers species identification, health and safety legislation, environmental good practice, and equipment use and maintenance.

What you'll be able to do

  • Establish and protect grassland vegetation
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice
  • Know the types of equipment required for establishing and protecting grassland vegetation
  • Maintain the equipment required for establishing and protecting grassland vegetation
  • Establish and protect grassland vegetation effectively
  • Distinguish between a grassland habitat and other types of habitat
  • Work safely when establishing and protecting grassland vegetation
  • Minimise environmental damage when establishing and protecting grassland vegetation
  • Select relevant equipment for establishing and protecting grassland vegetation
  • Use relevant equipment for establishing and protecting grassland vegetation
  • Maintain relevant equipment for establishing and protecting grassland vegetation
Establish and protect heathland vegetationReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll gain knowledge and skills to establish and protect heathland vegetation. The unit covers appropriate methods, equipment maintenance, and relevant health and safety legislation alongside environmental good practice.

What you'll be able to do

  • Describe how to establish heathland vegetation
  • Describe how to protect heathland vegetation
  • Explain relevant health and safety legislation for establishing and protecting heathland vegetation
  • Explain environmental good practice for establishing and protecting heathland vegetation
  • Identify the types of equipment required for establishing and protecting heathland vegetation
  • Describe how to maintain the types of equipment required for establishing and protecting heathland vegetation
  • Establish heathland vegetation
  • Protect heathland vegetation
  • Distinguish between a heathland habitat and other types of habitat
  • Work safely when establishing and protecting heathland vegetation
  • Minimise environmental damage when establishing and protecting heathland vegetation
  • Select relevant equipment for establishing and protecting heathland vegetation
  • Use relevant equipment for establishing and protecting heathland vegetation
  • Maintain relevant equipment for establishing and protecting heathland vegetation
Establish and protect hedgerows/farmland vegetationReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll understand how to establish and protect hedgerows and farmland vegetation, including site preparation, species selection, planting techniques, and protection methods. The unit also covers relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice.

What you'll be able to do

  • Establish hedgerows and farmland vegetation, including site preparation, species selection, and planting techniques.
  • Protect hedgerows and farmland vegetation from damage, including fencing, pest control, and weed management.
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice related to hedgerow and farmland vegetation management.
  • Know the types of equipment required for hedgerow and farmland vegetation management and how to maintain them in good working order.
  • Establish hedgerows and farmland vegetation according to best practice guidelines.
  • Protect hedgerows and farmland vegetation from damage using appropriate methods.
  • Distinguish between a hedgerow/farmland habitat and other types of habitat based on their characteristics and ecological functions.
  • Work safely when establishing and protecting hedgerows and farmland vegetation, adhering to relevant health and safety procedures.
  • Minimise environmental damage when establishing and protecting hedgerows and farmland vegetation, following environmental good practice.
  • Select, use, and maintain relevant equipment for hedgerow and farmland vegetation management effectively and safely.
Establish and protect moorland vegetationReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit covers the establishment and protection of moorland vegetation, including methods such as seed sowing and planting. You'll understand relevant health and safety legislation, environmental good practice, and the selection, use, and maintenance of appropriate equipment.

What you'll be able to do

  • Establish and protect moorland vegetation.
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice.
  • Know the types of equipment required and how to maintain them.
  • Establish and protect moorland vegetation.
  • Distinguish between a moorland habitat and other types of habitat.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage.
  • Select, use and maintain relevant equipment.
Establish and protect wetland vegetationReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll gain knowledge and skills to establish and protect wetland vegetation, including methods of establishment and protection. The unit covers relevant health and safety legislation, environmental good practice, equipment selection and maintenance, and habitat identification.

What you'll be able to do

  • Establish wetland vegetation
  • Protect wetland vegetation
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation
  • Know relevant environmental good practice
  • Know the types of equipment required for establishing and protecting wetland vegetation
  • Maintain equipment used for establishing and protecting wetland vegetation
  • Establish wetland vegetation
  • Protect wetland vegetation
  • Distinguish between a wetland habitat and other types of habitat
  • Work safely when establishing and protecting wetland vegetation
  • Minimise environmental damage when establishing and protecting wetland vegetation
  • Select relevant equipment for establishing and protecting wetland vegetation
  • Use relevant equipment for establishing and protecting wetland vegetation
  • Maintain relevant equipment for establishing and protecting wetland vegetation
Establish and protect woodland vegetationReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll gain knowledge and practical skills to establish and protect woodland vegetation. The unit covers species identification, health and safety legislation, environmental good practice, and equipment selection and maintenance.

What you'll be able to do

  • Establish woodland vegetation
  • Protect woodland vegetation
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation
  • Know relevant environmental good practice
  • Know the types of equipment required for woodland vegetation establishment and protection
  • Maintain equipment used for woodland vegetation establishment and protection
  • Establish woodland vegetation
  • Protect woodland vegetation
  • Distinguish between a woodland habitat and other types of habitat
  • Work safely when establishing and protecting woodland vegetation
  • Minimise environmental damage when establishing and protecting woodland vegetation
  • Select relevant equipment for woodland vegetation establishment and protection
  • Use relevant equipment for woodland vegetation establishment and protection
  • Maintain relevant equipment for woodland vegetation establishment and protection
Establishing plants or seeds in soilReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to establish plants or seeds in soil effectively and safely. The unit covers selecting and maintaining equipment, transporting plants or seeds, carrying out the establishment process, and minimising environmental damage.

What you'll be able to do

  • Select appropriate equipment for establishing plants or seeds in soil
  • Use equipment safely and effectively for establishing plants or seeds in soil
  • Maintain equipment used for establishing plants or seeds in soil in good working order
  • Select suitable plants and/or seeds for establishment
  • Transport plants and/or seeds safely and effectively
  • Establish plants and/or seeds correctly in soil
  • Work safely during the plant or seed establishment process
  • Minimise environmental damage during the plant or seed establishment process
  • Describe the requirements for establishing healthy plants
  • Explain how to deal with damage and pollution incidents during plant or seed establishment
  • Describe the types of equipment required for plant or seed establishment and their maintenance requirements
  • Explain current health and safety legislation related to plant or seed establishment
  • Explain environmental good practice related to plant or seed establishment
Give customers a positive impression of yourself and your organisation.Real unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to establish rapport with customers, respond effectively to their needs, and communicate information clearly. This unit also covers how to create a positive impression of oneself and the organisation through professional and appropriate customer interactions.

What you'll be able to do

  • Establish rapport with customers, creating a positive and welcoming interaction
  • Respond appropriately to customers, addressing their needs and concerns effectively
  • Communicate information to customers clearly and accurately, using appropriate language and tone
  • Understand how to give customers a positive impression of themselves and the organisation, demonstrating professionalism and helpfulness
IT User FundamentalsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll develop fundamental IT skills to use systems for creating, editing, and presenting information. The unit also covers managing information storage, following safety and security practices, and troubleshooting common IT system issues.

What you'll be able to do

  • Use IT systems to meet a variety of needs, including creating, editing, and presenting information.
  • Manage information storage and retrieval appropriately, ensuring data is organised and accessible.
  • Follow and understand the need for safety and security practices when using IT systems.
  • Maintain system and troubleshoot IT system problems, identifying and resolving common issues.
Identify and respond to incidents of floodingReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to identify and respond to flooding incidents safely and in compliance with legislation. The unit covers damage assessment, risk evaluation, implementation of response plans, and coordination of resources during flood events.

What you'll be able to do

  • Work safely and in line with relevant legislation when responding to flooding incidents, adhering to health and safety protocols.
  • Assess incidents of flooding, evaluating the extent of the damage and potential risks.
  • Implement plans for dealing with incidents of flooding, coordinating resources and personnel effectively.
  • Know the relevant health and safety and legislation and environmental good practice related to flood response activities.
  • Know the types of incidents of flooding, including causes, characteristics, and potential impacts.
  • Produce and implement plans for dealing with incidents of flooding, including risk assessment, resource allocation, and communication strategies.
  • Deal with incidents of flooding, including techniques for water control, damage mitigation, and public safety.
  • Communicate effectively during incidents of flooding, providing clear and timely information to stakeholders.
Identify the need for, and plan, habitat management workReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll develop the ability to assess habitat conditions and identify necessary management work. This unit covers planning habitat management tasks, including setting objectives, allocating resources, and establishing timelines to maintain or improve habitat quality.

What you'll be able to do

  • Identify habitat management work that is required in a specific location.
  • Plan for habitat management work, considering resources and objectives.
  • Understand how to identify the need for habitat management work based on ecological principles.
  • Understand the need to plan habitat management work to ensure its effectiveness and sustainability.
Implement environmental good practice at workReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
It teaches you to promote environmental good practice within the workplace. You'll encourage colleagues to adopt sustainable behaviours, identify opportunities to improve environmental performance, and implement changes to enhance workplace environmental outcomes.

What you'll be able to do

  • Encourage environmental good practice at work.
  • Improve work activities to enhance environmental performance.
  • Describe how to encourage environmental good practice at work.
  • Describe how to improve work activities to enhance environmental performance.
Installing drainage systemsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll gain the knowledge and skills to install drainage systems safely and effectively. The unit includes selecting and maintaining equipment, understanding installation principles, and adhering to health, safety, and environmental regulations.

What you'll be able to do

  • Install drainage systems
  • Select, use and maintain equipment for installing drainage
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage
  • Know the principles of drain installation
  • Know the types of equipment required and how to maintain them
  • Know the current health and safety legislation and environmental practice
Interpret surveys and report on findingsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to interpret survey data and report findings clearly. The unit includes data extraction, trend identification, statistical interpretation, and effective presentation using appropriate visual aids.

What you'll be able to do

  • Interpret survey data accurately
  • Report on survey findings clearly and concisely
  • Understand how to interpret survey data, including statistical analysis and data visualisation
  • Understand how to report on survey findings, including structuring reports and presenting data effectively
Involve people in community recyclingReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll develop the ability to involve community groups in recycling projects by planning, engaging participants, and monitoring involvement. The unit also covers health and safety, waste legislation, and regulatory implications relevant to community recycling initiatives.

What you'll be able to do

  • Involve groups within the community in a recycling project, following agreed procedures.
  • Understand how to involve people in community recycling, considering different approaches and communication methods.
  • Understand the implications for work in respect of health and safety, waste legislation and regulations, ensuring compliance with relevant guidelines.
Load and unload physical resources within the work areaReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll develop the ability to safely and efficiently load and unload physical resources within a work area. The unit covers equipment selection, use, and maintenance, hazard identification, and minimising environmental damage in accordance with health and safety requirements.

What you'll be able to do

  • Load and unload physical resources within the work area
  • Select, use and maintain relevant equipment for loading and unloading physical resources
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage when loading and unloading physical resources
  • Load and unload physical resources effectively
  • Know the types of equipment required for loading and unloading physical resources and how to maintain them
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice related to loading and unloading physical resources
Maintain and develop personal performanceReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
It teaches you to maintain and develop personal performance in a land-based engineering context. You'll demonstrate consistent task performance, adhere to workplace procedures, manage time effectively, and implement personal development plans.

What you'll be able to do

  • Maintain personal performance in a land-based engineering context
  • Develop personal performance in a land-based engineering context
  • Develop personal performance in a land-based engineering context
Maintain and improve water channel capacity by manual bank re-forming and de-silting operationsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit provides learners with the skills to safely maintain and improve water channel capacity through manual bank re-forming and de-silting. You'll select, use, and maintain relevant tools and equipment while minimising environmental damage and adhering to health and safety legislation.

What you'll be able to do

  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage during water channel maintenance operations.
  • Select, use and maintain relevant tools and equipment for water channel maintenance.
  • Manually re-form the bank and de-silt the channel according to specified procedures.
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice related to water channel maintenance.
  • Know the types of tools and equipment required for water channel maintenance and how to maintain them in good working order.
  • Understand plans and specifications for maintaining the water channel.
  • Manually re-form the bank and de-silt the channel using appropriate techniques.
Maintain and improve water channel capacity by manually controlling vegetationReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit provides learners with the skills to manually control vegetation in water channels to maintain and improve capacity. It covers safe working practices, tool selection and maintenance, relevant legislation, and environmental good practice.

What you'll be able to do

  • Work safely, adhering to health and safety regulations and minimising environmental damage during water channel maintenance.
  • Select appropriate tools and equipment for manually controlling vegetation in water channels.
  • Use selected tools and equipment effectively and safely for manually controlling vegetation in water channels.
  • Maintain relevant tools and equipment in good working order for manually controlling vegetation in water channels.
  • Manually control vegetation in water channels using appropriate methods.
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation pertaining to water channel maintenance.
  • Know environmental good practice relevant to water channel maintenance.
  • Know the types of tools and equipment required for manually controlling vegetation.
  • Maintain the tools and equipment used for manually controlling vegetation.
  • Understand plans for maintaining the water channel, including vegetation control.
  • Manually control vegetation using the appropriate methods.
Maintain and improve water channel capacity by manually removing debris and obstructionsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
It teaches you to safely maintain and improve water channel capacity through manual removal of debris and obstructions. You'll select and use appropriate tools, adhere to health and safety legislation, and minimise environmental damage during maintenance tasks.

What you'll be able to do

  • Work safely, adhering to health and safety regulations and minimising environmental damage during water channel maintenance.
  • Select appropriate tools and equipment for manually removing debris and obstructions from water channels.
  • Use selected tools and equipment effectively and safely for manually removing debris and obstructions from water channels.
  • Maintain relevant tools and equipment in good working order for manually removing debris and obstructions from water channels.
  • Manually remove debris and obstructions from water channels.
  • Dispose of removed debris and obstructions in an appropriate and environmentally responsible manner.
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation pertaining to water channel maintenance.
  • Know environmental good practice relevant to water channel maintenance.
  • Know the types of tools and equipment required for manually removing debris and obstructions.
  • Maintain the tools and equipment used for manually removing debris and obstructions.
  • Understand plans for maintaining the water channel, including debris and obstruction removal.
  • Manually remove debris and obstructions from water channels.
Maintain and improve water levels and water flow by mechanically controlling vegetationReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll develop the ability to maintain and improve water levels and flow by mechanically controlling vegetation. The unit includes safe working practices, equipment selection and maintenance, mechanical vegetation control, and site restoration following maintenance activities.

What you'll be able to do

  • Work safely, adhering to health and safety regulations and minimising environmental damage during water channel maintenance.
  • Select appropriate equipment for mechanically controlling vegetation in water channels.
  • Use selected equipment effectively and safely for mechanically controlling vegetation in water channels.
  • Maintain relevant equipment in good working order for mechanically controlling vegetation in water channels.
  • Maintain the water channel mechanically by effectively controlling vegetation.
  • Restore the site to its original condition, or better, following the maintenance of the water channel.
  • Understand the reasons for maintaining the water channel mechanically.
  • Understand the reasons for restoring the site following the maintenance of the water channel.
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation pertaining to water channel maintenance.
  • Know environmental good practice relevant to water channel maintenance.
Maintain and repair permanent structures for the water environmentReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll gain knowledge and skills to maintain and repair permanent structures in the water environment safely. The unit covers health and safety legislation, environmental considerations, equipment use, and practical maintenance and repair techniques.

What you'll be able to do

  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage when maintaining and repairing permanent structures for the water environment
  • Know the current health and safety legislation and environmental good practice relevant to maintaining and repairing permanent structures for the water environment
  • Select, use and maintain equipment for use in the maintenance and repair of permanent structures in the water environment
  • Carry out maintenance and repair of permanent structures in the water environment to the required standard
  • Carry out maintenance and repair of permanent structures in the water environment effectively
Maintain and repair site furniture and structuresReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to maintain and repair site furniture and structures, ensuring their longevity and functionality. The unit covers identifying damage, applying repair techniques, selecting and using equipment safely, and adhering to health and safety and environmental guidelines.

What you'll be able to do

  • Maintain site furniture and structures to ensure their longevity and functionality.
  • Repair site furniture and structures to address damage and restore their original condition.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage during the maintenance and repair of site furniture and structures, adhering to relevant regulations and best practices.
  • Select, use and maintain relevant equipment for the maintenance and repair of site furniture and structures, ensuring safe and efficient operation.
  • Maintain and/or repair site furniture and structures, including techniques, materials, and environmental considerations.
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice related to the maintenance and repair of site furniture and structures.
  • Know the types of equipment required for the maintenance and repair of site furniture and structures, and how to maintain them in good working order.
Maintain drainage systemsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit develops learners' ability to inspect, maintain, and repair drainage systems effectively. You'll identify faults, carry out repairs, and ensure optimal system performance while adhering to health and safety and environmental regulations.

What you'll be able to do

  • Inspect and maintain drainage systems
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage
  • Inspect and maintain drainage systems
  • Know the current health and safety legislation and environmental practice
Maintain environmental good practice at workReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll develop knowledge and skills to maintain environmental good practice at work by following established procedures and responding appropriately to incidents of environmental damage. The unit includes relevant legislation and organisational policies.

What you'll be able to do

  • Maintain environmental good practice at work, following established procedures and guidelines
  • Deal with incidents of damage to the environment, taking appropriate action to minimise impact and report the incident
  • Maintain environmental good practice at work, understanding relevant legislation and organisational policies
  • Deal with incidents of damage to the environment, understanding reporting procedures and emergency response protocols
Maintain equipment and machinesReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit develops learners’ ability to maintain equipment and machines safely and effectively. You'll prepare equipment for maintenance, perform routine tasks, identify faults, and adhere to health and safety and environmental regulations.

What you'll be able to do

  • Prepare equipment and machines for maintenance, ensuring they are safe and ready for the process.
  • Carry out maintenance procedures on equipment and machines, following established protocols and guidelines.
  • Work safely when maintaining equipment and machines, adhering to health and safety regulations and minimising risks.
  • Minimise environmental damage when maintaining equipment and machines, following good environmental practices.
  • Prepare equipment and machines for maintenance, demonstrating a thorough understanding of the preparation process.
  • Carry out maintenance procedures for equipment and machines, demonstrating knowledge of appropriate techniques and methods.
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation applicable to equipment and machine maintenance, demonstrating awareness of legal requirements.
  • Know environmental good practice relevant to equipment and machine maintenance, demonstrating awareness of environmentally responsible procedures.
Maintain water level systemsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to adjust, monitor, and maintain water level systems, identify equipment failures, and work safely in compliance with health and safety legislation and environmental best practice. The unit includes reporting and preventative maintenance procedures.

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to adjust, monitor and maintain water level systems effectively
  • Demonstrate the ability to identify equipment failure within water level systems
  • Demonstrate the ability to work safely and minimise environmental damage when maintaining water level systems
  • Understand relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice related to water level systems
  • Understand how to adjust, monitor and maintain water level systems
Maintaining plants outdoorsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll gain skills to maintain plants outdoors by selecting and using appropriate tools, applying watering, feeding, and pest control techniques, and working safely. The unit includes understanding plant health and relevant health and safety and environmental legislation.

What you'll be able to do

  • Select and use appropriate tools and maintain relevant equipment for maintaining plants outdoors.
  • Maintain the health of plants outdoors, including watering, feeding, and pest control.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage when maintaining plants outdoors.
  • Understand how to maintain the health of plants outdoors.
  • Understand relevant health and safety and animal welfare legislation and environmental good practice related to maintaining plants outdoors.
Manage the work of volunteersReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to manage volunteer work effectively within an organisation. The unit covers planning, resource preparation, leadership, assessment, feedback, health and safety promotion, and accurate record-keeping.

What you'll be able to do

  • Plan the work of volunteers
  • Prepare resources for volunteers
  • Lead the work of volunteers
  • Assess the work of volunteers
  • Provide feedback to volunteers
  • Promote health and safety good practice when managing volunteers
  • Promote environmental good practice when managing volunteers
  • Maintain accurate records of volunteer work
  • Understand how to plan the work of volunteers
  • Understand how to prepare resources for volunteers
  • Understand how to lead the work of volunteers
  • Understand how to assess the work of volunteers
  • Understand how to provide feedback to volunteers
  • Understand relevant health and safety legislation
  • Understand relevant environmental good practice
  • Understand the importance of accurate record keeping when managing volunteers
Manage vegetation by coppicingReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll develop the skills to manage vegetation by coppicing safely and effectively. The unit includes selecting, using, and maintaining equipment, applying coppicing techniques in line with site requirements, and minimising environmental damage.

What you'll be able to do

  • Select relevant equipment for managing vegetation by coppicing
  • Use relevant equipment for managing vegetation by coppicing
  • Maintain relevant equipment for managing vegetation by coppicing
  • Work safely when managing vegetation by coppicing
  • Minimise environmental damage when managing vegetation by coppicing
  • Carry out the coppicing operation in line with site management requirements
  • Describe how to carry out coppicing safely
  • Recognise the vegetation to be managed by coppicing
  • Identify the types of equipment required for managing vegetation by coppicing
  • Describe how to maintain the types of equipment required for managing vegetation by coppicing
  • Explain relevant health and safety legislation for managing vegetation by coppicing
  • Explain environmental good practice for managing vegetation by coppicing
Manage vegetation by cutting/mowingReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to manage vegetation by cutting or mowing safely and effectively. The unit includes equipment selection, operation, maintenance, and adherence to site management and environmental best practice.

What you'll be able to do

  • Select relevant equipment for managing vegetation by cutting/mowing
  • Use relevant equipment for managing vegetation by cutting/mowing
  • Maintain relevant equipment for managing vegetation by cutting/mowing
  • Work safely when managing vegetation by cutting/mowing
  • Minimise environmental damage when managing vegetation by cutting/mowing
  • Carry out the cutting/mowing operation in line with site management requirements
  • Carry out the cutting/mowing safely
  • Recognise the vegetation to be managed by cutting/mowing
  • Know the types of equipment required for managing vegetation by cutting/mowing
  • Maintain the equipment required for managing vegetation by cutting/mowing
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice related to cutting/mowing
Manage vegetation by fellingReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
It teaches you to manage vegetation by felling safely and in accordance with site requirements. You'll select, use, and maintain appropriate equipment while minimising environmental impact and adhering to safety protocols.

What you'll be able to do

  • Select relevant equipment for managing vegetation by felling
  • Use relevant equipment for managing vegetation by felling
  • Maintain relevant equipment for managing vegetation by felling
  • Work safely when managing vegetation by felling
  • Minimise environmental damage when managing vegetation by felling
  • Carry out the felling operation in line with site management requirements
  • Carry out the felling safely
  • Recognise the vegetation to be managed
  • State how to recognise the vegetation to be managed
  • Know the types of equipment required for managing vegetation by felling
  • Maintain equipment used for managing vegetation by felling
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation
  • Know relevant environmental good practice
Manage vegetation by hedge maintenanceReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to manage vegetation through hedge maintenance by selecting, using, and maintaining suitable equipment. The unit emphasises safe working practices, minimising environmental damage, and compliance with site management requirements and legislation.

What you'll be able to do

  • Select, use and maintain relevant equipment for managing vegetation by hedge maintenance.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage.
  • Carry out the hedge maintenance operation in line with site management requirements.
  • Carry out the hedge maintenance safely.
  • Recognise the vegetation to be managed.
  • Know the types of equipment required and how to maintain them.
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice.
Manage vegetation by mulchingReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
It teaches you to manage vegetation by mulching safely and effectively. You'll select, use, and maintain relevant equipment, adhere to site management requirements, and apply environmental best practice during mulching operations.

What you'll be able to do

  • Select appropriate equipment for managing vegetation by mulching
  • Use equipment safely and effectively for managing vegetation by mulching
  • Maintain equipment used for managing vegetation by mulching in good working order
  • Work safely during the mulching operation
  • Minimise environmental damage during the mulching operation
  • Carry out the mulching operation in line with specific site management requirements
  • Describe the procedures for carrying out mulching safely
  • Identify the vegetation to be managed by mulching
  • Describe the types of equipment required for mulching and their maintenance requirements
  • Explain relevant health and safety legislation related to mulching operations
  • Explain environmental good practice related to mulching operations
Manage vegetation by pruningReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to manage vegetation by pruning safely and effectively, selecting and maintaining appropriate equipment. The unit covers adherence to site management requirements and minimising environmental damage during pruning operations.

What you'll be able to do

  • Select relevant equipment for managing vegetation by pruning
  • Use relevant equipment for managing vegetation by pruning
  • Maintain relevant equipment for managing vegetation by pruning
  • Work safely when managing vegetation by pruning
  • Minimise environmental damage when managing vegetation by pruning
  • Carry out the pruning operation in line with site management requirements
  • Carry out the pruning safely
  • Recognise the vegetation to be managed by pruning
  • Know the types of equipment required for managing vegetation by pruning
  • Maintain the equipment required for managing vegetation by pruning
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice related to pruning
Manage vegetation by sprayingReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit covers the safe and effective management of vegetation by spraying, including selecting appropriate equipment, calibrating sprayers, and applying herbicides in line with site requirements. You'll maintain equipment and minimise environmental damage.

What you'll be able to do

  • Select appropriate equipment for managing vegetation by spraying, based on site requirements
  • Use equipment safely and effectively for managing vegetation by spraying
  • Maintain equipment used for managing vegetation by spraying in good working order
  • Work safely during vegetation spraying operations, adhering to health and safety guidelines
  • Minimise environmental damage during vegetation spraying operations
  • Carry out the spraying operation in line with specific site management requirements and objectives
  • Describe how to carry out vegetation spraying safely, adhering to health and safety guidelines
  • Identify and recognise the vegetation species to be managed through spraying
  • Describe the types of equipment required for vegetation spraying and how to maintain them
  • Explain relevant health and safety legislation pertaining to vegetation spraying operations
  • Explain environmental good practice and its application to vegetation spraying activities
Manage vegetation by thinningReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit covers the safe and effective management of vegetation by thinning, including selecting, using, and maintaining equipment. You'll carry out thinning operations in line with site management requirements while minimising environmental impact.

What you'll be able to do

  • Select appropriate equipment for managing vegetation by thinning, based on site requirements
  • Use equipment safely and effectively for managing vegetation by thinning
  • Maintain equipment used for managing vegetation by thinning in good working order
  • Work safely during vegetation thinning operations, adhering to health and safety guidelines
  • Minimise environmental damage during vegetation thinning operations
  • Carry out the thinning operation in line with specific site management requirements and objectives
  • Describe how to carry out vegetation thinning safely, adhering to health and safety guidelines
  • Identify and recognise the vegetation species to be managed through thinning
  • Describe the types of equipment required for vegetation thinning and how to maintain them
  • Explain relevant health and safety legislation pertaining to vegetation thinning operations
  • Explain environmental good practice and its application to vegetation thinning activities
Manage vegetation by uprootingReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll develop the ability to manage vegetation by uprooting, including selecting and maintaining equipment, implementing safe working practices, and minimising environmental damage while meeting site management requirements.

What you'll be able to do

  • Select, use and maintain relevant equipment for managing vegetation by uprooting, ensuring safe and efficient operation.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage during vegetation uprooting, adhering to best practices and regulations.
  • Carry out the uprooting operation in line with site management requirements, ensuring effective vegetation control and habitat management.
  • Carry out the uprooting safely, including risk assessment and safe working practices.
  • Recognise the vegetation to be managed, including identification of target species and potential impacts on the ecosystem.
  • Know the types of equipment required for vegetation uprooting and how to maintain them in good working order.
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice related to vegetation management activities.
Mechanically maintain water channelsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to mechanically maintain water channels in line with legislation and environmental standards. The unit includes safe working practices, defect identification and rectification, and maintaining channel functionality.

What you'll be able to do

  • Work safely and in line with relevant legislation when mechanically maintaining water channels
  • Maintain the water channel mechanically, ensuring its effective operation
  • Know the relevant health and safety and legislation related to mechanically maintaining water channels
  • Maintain the environment during mechanical maintenance of water channels, minimising any negative impact
  • Maintain the water channel mechanically using appropriate techniques and equipment
Monitor and evaluate the construction and maintenance of structures and surfacesReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to monitor and evaluate the construction and maintenance of structures and surfaces. The unit covers assessing work against specifications, evaluating material quality, identifying deviations, recommending corrective actions, and assessing overall effectiveness while considering health, safety, and environmental factors.

What you'll be able to do

  • Monitor and evaluate the construction and maintenance of structures and surfaces
  • Understand how to monitor and evaluate the construction and maintenance of structures and surfaces
  • Understand relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice related to the construction and maintenance of structures and surfaces
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of habitat management workReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
It teaches you to monitor and evaluate habitat management work using appropriate methods. You'll record data accurately, assess effectiveness against objectives, and recommend improvements based on their evaluations.

What you'll be able to do

  • Monitor the effectiveness of habitat management work using appropriate methods.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of habitat management work against agreed objectives.
  • Understand how to monitor the effectiveness of habitat management work.
  • Understand how to evaluate the effectiveness of habitat management work.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of promoting the characteristics and values of the organisationReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to monitor and evaluate promotional activities effectively. This includes selecting appropriate methods and tools, assessing impact against targets, and understanding the importance of measuring promotion effectiveness within an organisation.

What you'll be able to do

  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of promotion activities, using appropriate methods and tools.
  • Understand the need to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of promotion, including measuring its impact on target audiences and organisational goals.
Monitor and report on environmental conditionsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
It teaches you to monitor and report on environmental conditions accurately. You'll apply appropriate monitoring methods, promote health and safety, and understand relevant legislation to support environmental good practice.

What you'll be able to do

  • Accurately monitor environmental conditions using appropriate methods.
  • Promote health and safety procedures during environmental monitoring activities.
  • Promote environmental good practice during environmental monitoring activities.
  • Report on the results of monitoring environmental conditions in a clear and concise manner.
  • Understand the need to monitor environmental conditions to inform decision-making.
  • Understand relevant health and safety legislation pertaining to environmental monitoring.
  • Understand relevant environmental good practice guidelines pertaining to environmental monitoring.
  • Understand the need to report on environmental conditions to relevant stakeholders.
Monitor and report on water levelsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
It teaches you to obtain, monitor, and report on water levels accurately using appropriate methods. You'll understand the importance of water level monitoring for effective management and will work safely while minimising environmental impact.

What you'll be able to do

  • Obtain and monitor information on water levels accurately
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage when monitoring and reporting on water levels
  • Report on water levels clearly and concisely
  • Obtain and monitor information on water levels using appropriate methods
  • Understand the need to obtain and monitor information on water levels for effective water management
  • Report on water levels to relevant personnel or organisations
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice related to water level monitoring and reporting
Monitoring and maintaining health and safetyReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit provides learners with the knowledge and skills to maintain health, safety, and security in the workplace. You'll identify hazards, follow procedures, and use equipment safely to uphold standards that protect themselves and others in the work environment.

What you'll be able to do

  • Maintain health, safety and security in the workplace.
  • Use equipment and materials safely in accordance with established procedures.
  • Describe the systems and procedures for maintaining health, safety and security in the workplace.
  • Explain why equipment must be transported and stored safely.
  • Explain the reasons for following manufacturers’ guidance when using equipment and materials.
  • Maintain good standards of health and safety for self and others in the workplace.
  • Explain how to maintain the health and safety of self and others in the workplace.
  • Describe safe lifting techniques.
  • Explain how to maintain health and safety in a given working environment.
Operate work boatsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
It teaches you to operate work boats safely and effectively, including manoeuvring, control operation, and routine maintenance. You'll also understand relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice to minimise hazards and environmental impact.

What you'll be able to do

  • Operate work boats.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage.
  • Operate work boats.
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice.
Plan the construction and maintenance of structures and surfacesReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll gain the skills to plan construction and maintenance projects for structures and surfaces. The unit covers developing detailed plans, resource identification, site assessment, and understanding relevant health and safety and environmental legislation.

What you'll be able to do

  • Plan the construction of structures and surfaces.
  • Plan the maintenance of structures and surfaces.
  • Understand how to plan the construction of structures and surfaces.
  • Understand how to plan the maintenance of structures and surfaces.
  • Understand relevant health and safety legislation relating to the construction and maintenance of structures and surfaces.
  • Understand environmental good practice relating to the construction and maintenance of structures and surfaces.
Plan, deliver and evaluate environmental projectsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit develops learners' ability to plan, deliver, and evaluate environmental projects effectively. It includes resource assessment, risk management, team coordination, stakeholder engagement, and data analysis to ensure projects meet objectives and comply with relevant standards.

What you'll be able to do

  • Plan environmental projects effectively
  • Deliver environmental projects to agreed specifications
  • Evaluate environmental projects against set criteria
  • Understand how to plan environmental projects, including resource allocation and risk assessment
  • Understand how to deliver environmental projects, including managing teams and stakeholders
  • Understand how to evaluate environmental projects, including data collection and analysis
Plan, prepare and operate safely in confined spacesReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to plan, prepare, and operate safely in confined spaces. The unit covers risk assessment, hazard identification, safe entry and exit procedures, equipment selection and maintenance, and environmental considerations.

What you'll be able to do

  • Plan and prepare effectively to operate safely in confined spaces.
  • Operate safely and efficiently within confined spaces, adhering to safety protocols.
  • Select, use and maintain equipment appropriately for working in confined spaces.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage while operating in confined spaces.
  • Explain how to plan and prepare for working in confined spaces, including risk assessment and emergency procedures.
  • Describe how to operate safely in confined spaces, following established safety protocols.
  • Identify the types of equipment required for working in confined spaces and explain how to use and maintain them correctly.
  • State the current health and safety legislation and environmental good practice guidelines relevant to working in confined spaces.
Prepare and maintain the operational condition of work boatsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit provides learners with the skills to prepare and maintain workboats for operation. You'll perform pre-start checks, routine maintenance, safety inspections, and ensure compliance with health and safety and environmental good practice.

What you'll be able to do

  • Prepare workboats for operation according to manufacturer guidelines and safety regulations
  • Maintain the operational condition of workboats through regular checks and servicing
  • Work safely when preparing and maintaining workboats, adhering to safety protocols
  • Minimise environmental damage when preparing and maintaining workboats, using appropriate disposal methods
  • Prepare workboats for operation, including pre-start checks and equipment readiness
  • Maintain the operational condition of workboats, including routine maintenance and repairs
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation related to workboat operation and maintenance
  • Know relevant environmental good practice related to workboat operation and maintenance
Prepare and operate a power vehicle _excluding tractors_Real unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit provides learners with knowledge and practical skills to prepare and operate power vehicles (excluding tractors) safely and effectively. You'll perform pre-start checks, understand vehicle operation procedures, and follow manufacturer guidelines to ensure safe use.

What you'll be able to do

  • Understand how to prepare a power vehicle (excluding tractors) for operation, including pre-start checks
  • Prepare a power vehicle (excluding tractors) for operation, following established procedures
  • Understand how to operate a power vehicle (excluding tractors) safely and effectively
  • Operate a power vehicle (excluding tractors) competently in a variety of situations
Prepare and operate power tools and attachments when working in the environmental and land-based industries.Real unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll develop knowledge and skills to prepare, operate, and maintain power tools and attachments safely within environmental and land-based industries. The unit covers hazard identification, safe working practices, equipment checks, and relevant legislation.

What you'll be able to do

  • Work safely and in-line with relevant health and safety requirements when using power tools and attachments.
  • Prepare power tools and attachments for use, ensuring they are in safe working order.
  • Use power tools and attachments safely and effectively to achieve the specified work requirement.
  • Carry out post-stop checks on power tools and attachments and store them correctly after use.
  • State the relevant legislation and codes of practice related to the safe use of power tools and attachments.
  • Explain the principles of operation and safe use of various power tools and attachments.
  • Describe how to prepare and use power tools and attachments for specific tasks.
Prepare and operate water-borne plantReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to prepare and operate water-borne plant safely and effectively. The unit covers pre-start checks, operation procedures, environmental considerations, and adherence to health and safety regulations.

What you'll be able to do

  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage
  • Prepare water-borne plant for use
  • Operate water-borne plant
  • Prepare water-borne plant
  • Operate water-borne plant
  • Know the environmental conditions which must be considered
  • Know the relevant health and safety legislation
Prepare interpretive entertainment and educational activitiesReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit covers the preparation of interpretive, entertainment, and educational activities within a land-based context. You'll learn to select suitable resources, plan activity content and structure, and prepare the physical environment while promoting health, safety, and environmental good practice.

What you'll be able to do

  • Prepare interpretive, entertainment and educational activities in a land-based context.
  • Promote health and safety practices in the workplace.
  • Promote environmental good practice in the workplace.
  • Understand how to prepare interpretive entertainment and educational activities effectively.
  • Understand relevant health and safety legislation pertaining to land-based activities.
  • Understand environmental good practice and its importance in the land-based sector.
Prepare sites to create habitatsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
It teaches you to prepare sites for habitat creation by clearing vegetation, modifying soil, and managing water. You'll work safely, minimise environmental damage, and select and maintain appropriate equipment for site preparation.

What you'll be able to do

  • Prepare sites for habitats, ensuring appropriate conditions for the intended species and ecosystem.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage during site preparation, adhering to best practices and regulations.
  • Select, use and maintain relevant equipment for site preparation, ensuring efficient and safe operation.
  • Prepare sites to create habitats, including techniques for soil preparation, vegetation management, and water control.
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice related to site preparation activities.
  • Know the types of equipment required for site preparation and how to maintain them in good working order.
Prepare the site for the fabrication and installation of permanent structures for the water environmentReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit covers site preparation for the fabrication and installation of permanent water environment structures. You'll focus on safe working practices, environmental protection, and equipment preparation and maintenance.

What you'll be able to do

  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage during site preparation activities.
  • Prepare equipment for use in the fabrication and installation of permanent structures.
  • Prepare the site for the fabrication and installation of permanent structures.
  • Describe how to prepare the site for the fabrication and installation of permanent structures.
  • Describe how to prepare, use and maintain equipment used in site preparation.
  • State the relevant health and safety legislation pertaining to site preparation activities.
  • Explain wider environmental issues related to site preparation and construction.
Prepare to undertake and report on a field surveyReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit equips learners with knowledge to prepare for and report on field surveys. You'll understand methods for accurate data collection and recording, and the importance of clear, organised reporting to support effective survey outcomes.

What you'll be able to do

  • Describe how to collect data for field surveys accurately
  • Describe how to record data effectively for field surveys
  • Describe how to report on field surveys effectively
Prepare, conduct and report on field surveysReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit equips learners to prepare for, conduct, and report on field surveys. You'll develop skills in planning, data collection, team roles, and promoting health, safety, and environmental good practice throughout survey activities.

What you'll be able to do

  • Prepare to collect data for field surveys
  • Collect data through field surveys
  • Record data through field surveys
  • Promote health and safety good practice during field surveys
  • Promote environmental good practice during field surveys
  • Understand how to prepare for conducting surveys
  • Understand the roles of team members in conducting surveys
  • Understand how to conduct field surveys
  • Understand how to report on field surveys
  • Understand relevant health and safety legislation
  • Understand relevant environmental good practice
Prepare, produce and evaluate interpretive mediaReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit covers the preparation, production, and evaluation of interpretive media. You'll prepare briefs, monitor production processes, and assess media effectiveness in meeting objectives and engaging target audiences.

What you'll be able to do

  • Prepare briefs for producing interpretive media, clearly defining objectives, target audience, and key messages.
  • Monitor the production of interpretative media, ensuring adherence to the brief and quality standards.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of interpretative media, assessing its impact on the target audience and achievement of objectives.
  • Understand how to prepare briefs for producing interpretative media, including research, planning, and communication skills.
  • Understand how to produce and monitor interpretive media, including different media formats and production processes.
  • Understand how to evaluate the effectiveness of interpretive media, using appropriate methods and tools.
Preparing ground for seeding and plantingReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll gain skills to prepare ground effectively for seeding and planting. The unit covers selecting, using, and maintaining equipment safely, identifying hazards and weeds, and applying environmental good practice to ensure successful ground preparation.

What you'll be able to do

  • Select appropriate equipment for preparing ground for seeding and planting.
  • Use equipment safely and effectively for preparing ground for seeding and planting.
  • Maintain equipment in good working order for preparing ground for seeding and planting.
  • Prepare ground effectively for seeding and planting.
  • Work safely at all times when preparing ground for seeding and planting.
  • Minimise environmental damage when preparing ground for seeding and planting.
  • Describe the methods used to prepare the ground for seeding and planting.
  • Identify the types of hazards associated with preparing ground for seeding and planting.
  • Recognise different types of weeds that may be present in the ground.
  • Identify the types of equipment and materials required for preparing ground for seeding and planting.
  • Explain how to maintain the equipment used for preparing ground for seeding and planting.
  • Describe the current health and safety legislation relevant to preparing ground for seeding and planting.
  • Explain environmental good practice relevant to preparing ground for seeding and planting.
Present and promote the characteristics and values of the organisationReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit focuses on presenting and promoting an organisation's characteristics and values. You'll understand effective methods to communicate these attributes and represent the organisation positively to various audiences.

What you'll be able to do

  • Present the characteristics of the organisation to others
  • Promote the values of the organisation to others
  • Promote the characteristics of the organisation effectively
  • Promote the values of the organisation effectively
  • Know the importance of representing the organisation in a positive light
Produce management plans for environmental sitesReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to assess site resources and produce comprehensive site management plans. The unit covers evaluating flora, fauna, and water sources, considering legislation and policies, and presenting plans to support effective environmental site management.

What you'll be able to do

  • Assess site resources
  • Produce site management plans
  • Describe how to assess site resources
  • Explain the factors which influence the production of site management plans
  • Describe how to present site management plans
  • Explain the relevant legislation and policies related to site management plans
Promote responsible public use of the environmentReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
It teaches you to promote responsible public use of the environment by safeguarding people and protecting natural resources. You'll identify hazards, implement safety measures, communicate effectively, and understand relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice.

What you'll be able to do

  • Safeguard members of the public and others from potential hazards in the environment.
  • Safeguard the environment from damage or pollution.
  • Safeguard members of the public and the environment by implementing appropriate safety measures.
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice to ensure compliance and promote responsible behaviour.
Reinstate the site following repair of permanent structures for the water environmentReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll develop the ability to reinstate sites following repairs to permanent structures in the water environment. The unit covers safe working practices, environmental hazard control, equipment selection and maintenance, and compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation.

What you'll be able to do

  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage during site reinstatement following repair of permanent structures in the water environment.
  • Know the current health and safety legislation and environmental good practice related to site reinstatement.
  • Select, use and maintain relevant equipment for site reinstatement.
  • Reinstate the site following repair of permanent structures for the water environment to its original or improved condition.
  • Reinstate the site following maintenance and repair, including appropriate materials and techniques.
Reinstate the site following the fabrication and installation of permanent structures for the water environmentReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit covers the safe and effective reinstatement of sites following the fabrication and installation of permanent structures in the water environment. You'll gain knowledge of health and safety legislation, environmental protection procedures, and demonstrate practical reinstatement skills.

What you'll be able to do

  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage
  • Reinstate the site following the fabrication and installation of permanent structures
  • Reinstate the site following the fabrication and installation of permanent structures
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice
  • Understand the wider environmental issues
Remove unwanted plant growth to maintain developmentReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to identify and remove unwanted plant growth to support healthy plant development. The unit covers recognising common weeds and invasive species, selecting and maintaining appropriate equipment, and applying current health, safety, and environmental good practice.

What you'll be able to do

  • Identify the different types of unwanted plant growth.
  • Describe how to maintain plant development.
  • Identify the types of equipment required to remove unwanted plant growth.
  • Describe how to maintain the types of equipment required to remove unwanted plant growth.
  • Explain the current health and safety legislation relevant to removing unwanted plant growth.
  • Explain environmental good practice relevant to removing unwanted plant growth.
  • Select equipment for removing unwanted plant growth.
  • Use equipment for removing unwanted plant growth.
  • Maintain equipment for removing unwanted plant growth.
  • Identify unwanted plant growth.
  • Remove unwanted plant growth.
  • Work safely when removing unwanted plant growth.
  • Minimise environmental damage when removing unwanted plant growth.
Research and plan environmental interpretationsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
It teaches you to research and plan environmental interpretations effectively. You'll identify and evaluate information sources, define interpretation objectives, and develop structured plans to deliver engaging and accurate environmental interpretation activities.

What you'll be able to do

  • Research information for environmental interpretations.
  • Plan information for environmental interpretation activities.
  • Understand how to research information effectively for environmental interpretations.
  • Understand how to plan for environmental interpretations to ensure they are effective and engaging.
Restore the site following maintenance of the water channelReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit equips learners with the knowledge and skills to restore sites following water channel maintenance, ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation and environmental best practice. You'll identify hazards and apply appropriate restoration techniques.

What you'll be able to do

  • Demonstrate the ability to work safely and in line with relevant legislation when restoring a site
  • Demonstrate the ability to restore the site following maintenance of a water channel
  • Understand the relevant health and safety legislation pertaining to site restoration
  • Understand how to maintain the environment during site restoration
  • Understand how to restore the site following maintenance of a water channel
  • Deal with unforeseen circumstances during site restoration
Safe use and application of pesticidesReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll gain knowledge and skills to use and apply pesticides safely and effectively in compliance with relevant regulations. The unit covers preparation, equipment calibration, safe application, and post-operation procedures to minimise risks to health and the environment.

What you'll be able to do

  • Use and apply pesticides safely, adhering to relevant regulations and guidelines.
  • Prepare to apply pesticides, including risk assessments and selection of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Calibrate the sprayer or applicator to ensure accurate and effective pesticide application.
  • Apply pesticide safely and effectively, following best practice and minimising environmental impact.
  • Carry out post-operation procedures, including cleaning equipment, storing pesticides safely, and disposing of waste appropriately.
Site and install site furniture and structuresReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
This unit provides learners with the skills to accurately site and securely install site furniture and structures. You'll select, use, and maintain relevant equipment safely, understand the importance of checking for underground services, and comply with health and safety legislation.

What you'll be able to do

  • Accurately site site furniture and structures according to specifications.
  • Install site furniture and structures securely and safely.
  • Select appropriate equipment for siting and installing site furniture and structures.
  • Use equipment safely and effectively for siting and installing site furniture and structures.
  • Maintain equipment in good working order for siting and installing site furniture and structures.
  • Understand the importance of correct siting and installation techniques for site furniture and structures.
  • Know relevant health and safety legislation relating to the siting and installation of site furniture and structures.
  • Know environmental good practice relating to the siting and installation of site furniture and structures.
  • Know the different types of equipment required for siting and installing site furniture and structures.
  • Maintain equipment used for siting and installing site furniture and structures.
Transport physical resources within the work areaReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
It teaches you to transport physical resources safely and efficiently within a work area. You'll select, use, and maintain appropriate equipment while minimising environmental damage and following established procedures.

What you'll be able to do

  • Transport physical resources safely and efficiently within the designated work area.
  • Select, use and maintain relevant equipment for transporting physical resources.
  • Work safely and minimise environmental damage while transporting physical resources.
  • Describe how to transport physical resources within the work area, following established procedures.
  • Identify the types of equipment required for transporting resources and explain how to maintain them in good working order.
  • State relevant health and safety legislation and environmental good practice guidelines related to transporting physical resources.
Work with and consult the local communityReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to work with and consult local communities professionally and respectfully. The unit covers effective communication, adapting styles to different audiences, recording feedback, and understanding the benefits of community engagement.

What you'll be able to do

  • Work with and consult the local community in a professional and respectful manner.
  • Understand the importance of working with and consulting the local community, including the benefits of community engagement and the potential impact of projects on local residents.
Work with children and young people during environmental activitiesReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll learn to establish and maintain a healthy, safe, and secure environment for children and young people during environmental activities. The unit includes hazard identification, risk management, behaviour management, and safeguarding practices.

What you'll be able to do

  • Establish a healthy, safe, and secure environment for children and young people during environmental activities
  • Maintain a healthy, safe, and secure environment for children and young people during environmental activities
  • Work effectively with children and young people during environmental activities, providing appropriate support and guidance
  • Protect children and young people during environmental activities, ensuring their well-being and safety
  • Describe how to establish and maintain a healthy, safe, and secure environment for children and young people during environmental activities
  • Explain the implications of working with children during environmental activities, including safeguarding and duty of care
Work within local coastal environmentsReal unit · City & Guilds Limited
You'll gain knowledge to identify environmental, safety, and access issues when working within local coastal environments. The unit covers hazard recognition, risk assessment, and considerations for safe and effective working in these areas.

What you'll be able to do

  • Identify issues involved in working within local coastal environments, including environmental, safety, and access considerations.
  • Identify issues involved in working within local coastal environments, including environmental, safety, and access considerations.

The honest bit

You’ve started things before

Most courses were built for a room full of people who aren’t you. A cohort moves on whether or not your week allowed it, and by the third week the thing you’re behind on becomes the reason you stop opening it.

There’s no cohort here, and no timetable to fall behind. Before anything starts, Zavmo asks when you’re sharpest and how long you can realistically sit down for, then builds the sessions around those answers. A bad fortnight changes your pace. It doesn’t put you behind.

And you only pay once you start learning. Searching and planning are free, and you can cancel any time — so the cost of finding out is an afternoon, not a year.

Your passport

Every credit is a stamp you keep

Level 2 credits are regulated. They don’t vanish when a subscription ends or a website closes. They travel to any employer, and Zavmo keeps the map of what you’ve earned and what’s next.

Carry out habitat managementCarry out habitat management work to maintain suitable coastal site conditionsCarry out habitat management work to maintain suitable site conditions for grasslandCarry out habitat management work to maintain suitable site conditions for heathlandCarry out habitat management work to maintain suitable site conditions for hedgerows / farmlandCarry out habitat management work to maintain suitable site conditions for moorlandCarry out habitat management work to maintain suitable site conditions for wetlandCarry out habitat management work to maintain suitable site conditions for woodlands

Each stamp is a real unit registered against this qualification.

Who’d teach you this

The Evidence Evaluator

Assessor

Helps you show what you can actually do, gathering the evidence that proves it as you learn.

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Where this connects

Where these credits take you

A qualification is never a dead end here. See the jobs its credits open, the national occupational standards its units map to, and the future skills they quietly build.

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City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Work-based Environmental Conservation
  • Advise customers on service and estimate resources and costs
  • Analyse vegetation fire behaviour
  • Carry out work to create, restore or manage habitats
  • Conduct Field Surveys
  • Construct paths or surfaces
  • Consult and negotiate to protect or improve the use of land or marine sites
  • Consult and work with the local community legacy
  • Control unwanted vegetation Legacy
This is your Mind Palace on learn.zavmo.ai. Every skill above comes from this role's own record, not an example borrowed from another job. A node lights up when you evidence it, and what you build stays yours between jobs. That is the part a course cannot do.

Where this can lead

Lead Environmental Monitoring Assistant

Your journey as a Lead Environmental Monitoring Assistant is just one step on a path that can lead to significant impact, whether you choose to lead teams, become a world-class technical expert, or shape the broader environmental strategy of an organisation. We're here to help you build that career.

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Skills it covers

What the job actually needs. These are the standards the units are built against, in the words employers and awarding bodies already use for the work itself.

Advise customers on service and estimate resources and costsAnalyse vegetation fire behaviourCarry out work to create, restore or manage habitatsConduct Field SurveysConstruct paths or surfacesConsult and negotiate to protect or improve the use of land or marine sitesConsult and work with the local community legacyControl unwanted vegetation LegacyControl vertebrate pest populations using chemical means (Legacy)Control vertebrate pest populations using chemical methods LegacyControl vertebrate pests and predators by shooting LegacyControl vertebrate pests and predators using traps LegacyCreate effective working relationshipsCross-cut timber using a chainsawDevelop a game and wildlife habitat management planImplement and monitor a game and wildlife habitat management planInspect, maintain and repair drainage systemsInstall Land Drainage Systems+33 more

How you’ll actually learn this

One-to-one, on your own real work

A qualification is usually something done to you: sit the class, sit the exam, hope it sticks. Here it’s the opposite. You learn it one-to-one with a companion, on your own real work, and you keep going until you can use it, not just recall it.

One-to-one, on your real workNo lectures, no past-papers. Every unit is practised on the actual tasks your job throws at you, a tutor beside you, not a video in front of you.
Taught to the top, not the testMost courses stop at remembering. Your companion keeps climbing: analysing, judging, creating. That’s the part a machine can’t do for you.
Credits you keep, a map that continuesEvery unit is regulated and yours for good. The day you finish, Zavmo already knows the next role your new credits open.
Carry out habitat managementLevel 2

Applied to your work in any of these jobs

This unit develops learners' practical skills to carry out habitat management tasks safely and effectively. Learners will manage vegetation across different habitat types, select and maintain suitable equipment, and apply environmental good practice to minimise damage during maintenance activities.

How the thinking builds
  1. Remember
  2. Understand
  3. Apply
  4. Analyse
  5. Evaluate
  6. Create
An illustration of a Zavmo lesson, built from this role’s own route. The unit, its objective and every criterion above are the awarding body’s own words, not an example.
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Built for City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Work-based Environmental Conservation

121 units in this credential, in the order it lists them, awarded by City & Guilds Limited.

  1. Carry out habitat management
  2. Carry out habitat management work to maintain suitable coastal site conditions
  3. Carry out habitat management work to maintain suitable site conditions for grassland
  4. Carry out habitat management work to maintain suitable site conditions for heathland
  5. Carry out habitat management work to maintain suitable site conditions for hedgerows / farmland
  6. Carry out habitat management work to maintain suitable site conditions for moorland

and 115 more in the full unit list below.

These are the real units of this credential, in its own order. Nothing here is marked done, because this plan has not been started by anyone yet. Yours would fill in as you go.

One to one, not one to many

No two people run this the same way

A course is written once and handed to everyone. This is assembled around you, and keeps changing as it learns you. Five things it reads, and what each one changes.

  1. Your actual work Every unit is taught against a live piece of your own work, not a worked example from a textbook.
  2. What you already know The first conversation finds your starting point, so you skip what you can already do and spend the time on what you cannot.
  3. The conditions you learn under Not a learning-styles quiz. The evidence does not support those. The dimensions the research does back, read once and used to shape the plan.
  4. How far you got last time It picks up mid-thought. The tutor knows what you said, what you struggled with, and what it asked you to try.
  5. Which tutor suits the moment Twelve of them, each for a different kind of thinking. The one who walks you through a first idea is not the one who stress-tests it.

See how you learn, free. Eight questions, no sign-up. A directional taster; the diagnostic inside Zavmo goes deeper and keeps adapting.

Why it sticks

Most courses stop at remembering

There’s a well-known ladder of how deeply you learn something, called Bloom’s Taxonomy. Most courses get you up the first two rungs: you remember some facts, you pass a test, you forget it. Real skill lives at the top. Judging, deciding, creating. And this isn’t a generic ladder: every rung has a named Zavmo tutor who walks you up it.

  1. 6CreateThe Creative Catalyst
  2. 5EvaluateThe Evidence Evaluator
  3. 4AnalyseThe Analyst
  4. 3ApplyThe Coach
  5. 2UnderstandThe Connector
  6. 1RememberThe Builder

Where most courses leave you Where Zavmo takes you

Why this matters: AI can already remember and understand for you. What it can’t do is take your real problem and judge the right call. So the only learning worth paying for is the learning that takes you to the top. That’s exactly what a tutor doing it with you, on your real work, is for.

The value

Why the companion is worth £70 a month

You’re not paying for the units. They’re regulated, and the same wherever you earn them. You’re paying for the one thing that decides whether you actually get there: a companion that makes them stick, on your real work.

That is one-to-one on this qualification, every day, on the work you already do, for £70 a month. Your first module is free, so you can see the teaching before you pay for any of it. Billed monthly, cancel any time and billing stops.

Earned on your own work, taught to the top.

Everything you just read, learned one-to-one on the job you already do. Your first module is free, so you can see the teaching before you pay for any of it.

Build my plan, free

No card. See how this qualification maps onto your role and meet the tutors who’d teach it, free. The learning begins when you subscribe. It’s £70 a month, billed monthly. Cancel any time and billing stops.