QCF –  Level 3 Award In the Installation and Maintenance of Small Scale Solar Photovoltaic Systems  600/6283/6

Purpose Statement

Letter of Support – Summit Skills 

This is a nationally recognised qualification in the installation and maintenance of small scale solar photovoltaic systems. The qualification is developed from the National Occupational Standards and is recognised by the Micro-generation Certification Scheme (MCS) registration bodies as an acceptable qualification to join one of their respective schemes.

• D/602/3086 Know the requirements to install, commission and handover small scale solar photovoltaic systems
• K/602/3088 Install, commission and handover small scale solar photovoltaic systems
• M/602/3089 Know the requirements to inspect, service and maintain small scale solar photovoltaic systems
• M/602/3092 Inspect, service and maintain small scale solar photovoltaic

Trainees should hold a formal craft qualification e.g. N/SVQ 3 in Electrical Installation (Buildings and Structures) or equivalent earlier certification that includes Inspection & Testing or a recognised Part P competence certification that includes Inspection & Testing and a BS 7671: 2008 Requirements for Electrical Installations (17th Edition) qualification.

Assessments consist of a combination of practical and theory examinations.

Qualification Guide

This qualification satisfies MCS requirements for related work activites.

Training materials are available from a number of sources.

BPEC Services Ltd training materials

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