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NVQ Level 2
Passive Fire Protection

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* Professional discussions (interviews) are audio or video recorded as evidence for your qualification

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NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Passive Fire Protection (Fire Stopping): Everything You Need to Know

Entry Requirements

You should take this qualification if your work involves fire stopping, fireproofing, or installing fire-rated materials.

Typical roles include:

Passive Fire Protection Installer
Fire Stopping Technician
Fireproofing Operative
Construction or maintenance workers involved in installing fire-rated materials

To achieve the firestopping NVQ, you should be able to carry out any two of the following:

Firestop walls/floors using compound or fire batt and mastic
Apply intumescent coatings to surfaces using brush or roller
Install encasements around service pipes, columns or steel beams
Apply non-reactive spray coatings
Install cavity barriers
Erect fire-resisting walls and linings (partitions)
Erect fire-resisting ceilings
Install fire-resisting timber doorsets
Install fire-resisting ductwork systems

Depending on your responsibilities as a fire stopper, you should be able to demonstrate how to:

Identify and select appropriate passive fire protection materials for different construction elements
Correctly prepare surfaces and openings for installation of fire protection systems
Install fire stopping systems in walls, floors, ceilings, and service penetrations
Fit fire-resistant doors, frames, and glazing as required
Apply fireproofing coatings or sprays to structural elements
Maintain quality standards and ensure compliance with building regulations
Inspect and test installed passive fire protection systems
Record work completed accurately and report any defects or non-compliance
Work safely and follow health and safety regulations at all times

You can provide practical evidence (from current or previous projects) that may include:

Photographs or videos of completed installations
Short video diaries of your daily work activities in fire stopping
Witness statements from supervisors or colleagues confirming your work
Work schedules or job sheets showing tasks you completed
Material delivery notes or installation records
Inspection or test reports
Completed risk assessments or method statements
Any relevant certificates or training logs

To learn more about the modules that make up this qualification, refer to the “Qualification Structure” section.

Qualification Structure

To achieve NVQ in Fire Stopping (official title: Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Associated Industrial Services Occupations – Passive Fire Protection), the candidate must complete 4 mandatory units, plus 2 additional units from a list of optional units listed below.

You must choose 2 optional units based on your work activities, ensuring you can provide evidence and successfully achieve the criteria.

Mandatory Units · 4 units

Unit Title	Level
Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace	1
Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace	2
Moving, Handling and Storing Resources in the Workplace	2
Erecting and dismantling access/working platforms in the workplace	2

Optional Units · min. 2 required

Unit Title	Level
Installing dry cladding in the workplace	2
Applying intumescent coatings in the workplace	2
Installing fire resisting ductwork systems in the workplace	2
Installing fire stopping in the workplace	2
Installing cavity barriers in the workplace	2
Erecting fire resisting walls and linings in the workplace	2
Erecting fire resisting ceiling systems in the workplace	2
Applying non-reactive spray coatings in the workplace	2
Installing fire resisting timber doorsets in the workplace	2

How It Works

Although the assessment process can vary depending on the package you selected at the time of your booking (for options, see the booking form), we can outline the typical steps you can expect during your assessment. However, given the dynamic nature of the industry, we always aim to adapt the process to suit your individual situation.

For clarity, let's break down the typical assessment process for a passive fire stopper into 5 steps.

Initial Sign-Up

You complete a short enrolment form and speak with your assessor about your experience, job role, and upcoming work plans. Together, you agree on the next steps and discuss potential dates for a site visit (if possible).

Evidence Collection

You provide examples of your day-to-day work. This may include photos, videos, job sheets, method statements, or short video diaries of how you carry out certain tasks. Your assessor guides you on exactly what is needed, so you only submit relevant evidence (typically via WhatsApp, emails, etc.).

On-Site Observation

If applicable, your assessor visits your site to observe you carrying out your normal work. There are no tests or exams — just your usual tasks. In some cases, a remote observation can be arranged via Zoom. The observation method is always agreed with you in advance.

Knowledge Questions / Professional Discussion

Depending on your chosen package (for details see booking form):

Standard assessment: We email you the Q&A sheets covering all knowledge criteria. You complete them in your own time and return them to your assessor.
No Homework package: We conduct an on-site professional discussion. You simply explain how you do your job while your assessor asks relevant questions. No written work is required.

Final Evidence Check & Certification

If any evidence is missing, we contact you and help gather what is needed to ensure all criteria are covered. Once everything is complete, we finalise your portfolio and claim your certificate from the awarding organisation.

Passive Fire Protection NVQ Level 2 operative installing firestopping on site

Key facts for NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Passive Fire Protection (Fire Stopping)
Official title	Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Associated Industrial Services Occupations – Passive Fire Protection
Also known as	NVQ Level 2 Passive Fire Protection
Assessment type	Work-based & distance assessment
Prior experience	Required
Classroom attendance	No
Fast Track	Yes
Typical completion	4 weeks (adjust to your pace)
Remote assessments	Teams & Zoom options available
Dedicated assessor	Yes, with a direct contact number
Guidance & support	Yes, we're here to help
Planning & preparation	Guidance provided
CITB grant claimable	Yes, up to £600
Industry-recognised qualification	Yes, UK and globally
Our coverage	England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
Exams	No

FAQ

Common Questions, Answered

Everything you need to know about accreditation, eligibility, and what happens after your assessment.

Once your assessment has been successfully completed and your qualification is ready to be issued, you have a few options if you're paying by instalments:

Pay the remaining balance in full and we'll issue your certificate immediately.
Continue with your payment plan, and we'll issue your certificate once the final instalment has been received.
Request an Early Certificate Release (ECR), which may allow you to receive and use your certificate before your payment plan is completed. To do this, you'll need to sign an ECR agreement and provide identification and proof of address — this helps protect both parties while you continue making your scheduled payments.

If you have any questions about your payment plan or certificate release options, our team will be happy to help.

Up Level Training Centre is officially registered and accredited by nationally recognised awarding and industry bodies. We operate as an NVQ assessment and training centre for construction-related qualifications. We are an approved member of the CITB Training Provider Network (TPN), an approved centre with Pearson (Edexcel), and an approved centre with ProQual Awarding Body.

As a CITB TPN member, our centre is listed on the official CITB Training Directory. Please note CITB is currently updating its directory system — while our centre is visible, NVQ qualifications may not yet appear on the map listing during this update period. You can also contact CITB directly for confirmation.

Pearson (Edexcel): 80 Strand, Charing Cross, London, WC2R — qualifications.pearson.com.
ProQual AB: ProQual House, Unit 1, Innovation Drive, Newport, Brough, HU15 2GX — Tel: +44 (0) 1430 423822, proqualab.com.

No, this is not a traditional training or college course. This is an NVQ assessment for experienced workers and professionals who know their job very well and require official recognition of their skills in the industry. Knowledge and prior experience is mandatory.

Yes, to apply for a temporary Experienced Worker (red) CSCS card, you must have a valid H&S test that was completed within the last two years. Find more information on the CSCS website.

Yes, to apply for a CSCS card, you must have a valid H&S touch screen test, passed within the last two years. Find more information on the CSCS website.

Yes, it is possible to skip levels and obtain a higher NVQ qualification, as long as you can provide evidence of your competence in your field of expertise.

The timeframe for the NVQ assessment may vary depending on your employment status and your ability to provide evidence of your work practice. Typically, you'll discuss all aspects of your circumstances with your assessor before starting, to confirm a potential completion date.

Yes, you can register for the NVQ assessment without a National Insurance number.

Once your assessment is completed and your portfolio is submitted to the awarding body for achievement, the typical waiting period is up to 15 working days — though this may vary depending on the awarding body's workload and your individual case. Your certificate is released by our sales department upon receipt of full payment.

Yes. Having dyslexia or a non-academic mind does not affect your ability to complete an NVQ. Our assessors take your individual situation into account and create an assessment plan that suits your needs — your grammar ability is not a significant factor in the process.

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