About the Water Jetting NVQ

The Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Industrial Services Occupations – Water Jetting is a nationally recognised qualification for operatives working in high-pressure water jetting activities within construction, industrial cleaning, and maintenance environments. It certifies your ability to safely operate jetting equipment, prepare work areas, and carry out cutting or cleaning tasks using water jetting systems.

This NOCN-Certified NVQ leads to the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker Card and ensures you meet UK industry health and safety standards.

How to Get Your Blue CSCS Card

To apply for your Blue CSCS Skilled Worker Card, you must complete this NVQ and pass the CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test. This combination proves your ability to work safely in water jetting operations on UK construction and industrial sites.

Let Think Construction Skills guide you through every step—from registration to certification.

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Level 2 NVQ - Water Jetting

Title Credit Value Level
Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace 2 Level 1
Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace 3 Level 2
Moving, Handling and Storing Resources in the Workplace 5 Level 2
Preparing and Demobilising Water Jetting Equipment in the Workplace 9 Level 2
Title Credit Value Level
Cutting and Breaking Materials by Water Jetting in the Workplace 17 Level 2
Removing Materials and Deposits by Water Jetting in the Workplace 12 Level 2

Water Jetting NVQ FAQs

Yes. This is a recognised Level 2 qualification that enables you to apply for the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker Card, proving your capability on-site.

Through onsite observation, evidence collection, and professional discussion with a qualified assessor, no exams or classroom work required.

This NVQ suits anyone performing cutting, cleaning, or breaking tasks using water jetting equipment in construction, utilities, or industrial services.

  • Obtain an NVQ Level 6: Complete an NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management, demonstrating your skills and knowledge.
  • Get a Black CSCS Card: Achieve the NVQ Level 6 qualification to be eligible for the Black CSCS card, which is necessary for Managing onsite.
  • Meet Additional Requirements: Fulfil other requirements, such as relevant work experience and passing the CITB Health, Safety, and Environment Test.

It covers key water jetting skills, including equipment setup, demobilisation, material removal, and safe work practices, all assessed in real working conditions.

A Level 2 NVQ in construction, including the Level 2 Diploma in Water Jetting, is equivalent to five GCSEs (grades A-C / 9-4)* in the UK education system. It is a recognised industry qualification for skilled tradespeople. Read more about NVQ Level 2 qualifications on our Construction NVQ Level 2 page.

See our NVQ equivalence chart here.

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