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Appointed Person / Planning Lifts NVQ
Appointed Person / Planning Lifts NVQ
The Appointed Person / Planning Lifts NVQ Level 5 assesses experienced Appointed Persons planning lifting operations. It formally recognises AP competence at management level. It costs £1,350 fixed with no VAT, typically takes 4–8 weeks with assessment carried out remotely or on site from your normal work — no exams, no classroom, and leads to the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker card.
Qualification Overview
If you are the Appointed Person for lifting operations — producing lift plans, selecting cranes and accessories, assessing ground conditions and managing the lifting team under BS 7121 — this qualification evidences your planning competence at Level 5.
Assessment is evidence-based from lift plans and lifting operations you control, remotely or on site, typically over 6–12 weeks.
Qualification Structure
Key information
| Full title | Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations — Planning Lifts (Construction) |
| Qualification code | 603/2746/7 |
| Level | 5 |
| Awarding body | GQA |
| Typical completion | 4–8 weeks |
| Assessment | Remote or on-site evidence — no exams, no classroom |
| Typical CSCS route | Blue CSCS Skilled Worker |
Who this NVQ is for
Practising Appointed Persons and lift planners (often holding CPCS/NPORS AP tickets) who need formal management-level recognition of their competence.
Entry requirements
You need to be working in the role (or able to evidence recent competent work) so an assessor can gather real workplace evidence. No exams and no classroom — your day-to-day work is the evidence.
CSCS card route
With this Level 5 NVQ plus the CITB HS&E test you can apply for the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker card. Many Appointed Persons also hold a CPCS or NPORS AP ticket alongside it — this NVQ evidences the competence those routes require.
Frequently asked questions
Is this the same as a CPCS/NPORS AP ticket?
No — the ticket shows course attendance; the NVQ evidences real planning competence from your live lifting operations.
Cost?
£1,350 fixed, no VAT.
Can evidence come from past lift plans?
Recent lift plans and records you produced can form part of your portfolio alongside current work — your assessor confirms scope.
What candidates say
“Done my Level 5 NVQ Appointed Person with them, it was a good experience. I will be using them for future courses and would recommend them.”
Oren Storey — Verified Google review ↗
What card does this NVQ lead to?
Leads to the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker card
On completion you can apply for the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker card, proving competence in your trade.
Your NVQ pathway
- Level 2 Skilled
- Level 3 Advanced
- Level 4 Supervisor
- Level 5 Senior Supervisor
- Level 6 Manager
Your current qualification is highlighted. Progress up the pathway as your career develops.
How the e-portfolio assessment works
- Enrol and be assigned a dedicated occupational assessor.
- Gather workplace evidence — photos, videos, witness statements — via our online portal.
- Complete a professional discussion and observations against the 610/0052/9 standards.
- Certification, then apply to CSCS for your card.