National Certificate in Scrap Metal Recycling - Nonferrous Purchasing

Level 5 Credits 153

This national certificate recognises the specialist skills and knowledge of experienced purchasers working in the scrap metal industry.

This qualification builds on the National Certificate in Scrap Metal Recycling – Operations (Level 3).

This qualification is for scrap metal purchasers who hold a Second-hand Dealers Licence or a Second-hand Dealers Certificate.

It is recommended that people entering programmes leading to the award of this qualification possess the skills and knowledge of an experienced scrap metal recycling worker. This might be evidenced by award of the National Certificate in Scrap Metal Recycling – Operations (Level 3) or the demonstration of equivalent knowledge and skills.

COMPULSORY:  141 Credits

Unit Standard	Description	Level	Credit
22648	Demonstrate knowledge of health, safety, and environmental protection for scrap metal recycling	4	15
22671	Demonstrate knowledge of the Second-hand Dealers and Pawnbrokers Act 2004 for scrap metal recycling	3	6
22674	Recognise, classify, grade, value, and purchase nonferrous metals for scrap metal recycling	5	120

ELECTIVE A: A minimum of 1 standard;

Unit Standard	Description	Level	Credit
7108	Deliver on-job training to adults	4	8
17575	Operate a combination vehicle to meet the requirements for a full Class 3 driver licence	3	7
22658	Uplift and discharge scrap metal	4	10

ELECTIVE B: A minimum of 5 credits from anywhere on the DAS.