VRQ413 – Principles and practices of managing a metals recycling facility (Metal Recycling Facility)

This optional unit falls in the Medium risk tier of the CIWM (WAMITAB) Operator Competence Scheme, there for it is also suitable for Low risk tier metal recovery of dry scrap. 

Specially designed for those involved in storing and recycling various grades of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. 

The initial training course covers a range of aspects from waste acceptance and rejection of loads, metal grades, recycling and associated equipment , emissions, technical and environmental benefits, problems associated with the metal recycling process, records and much more! 

On completion of the 5 mandatory units and optional unit VRQ413, the individual can act as the technically competent manager (TCM) of the below site types: 

• Metal recovery site (MRS) (wet scrap e.g. oily metal swarf – free-flowing liquid)

• Metal recovery site (MRS) dry scrap (including separately collected batteries – no free-flowing liquid)

Applicable Standard Rules Permits: SR2008No21, SR2008No22, SR2015No14, SR2009No7, SR2011No2, SR2015No16, SR2021No11

If you're applying for a bespoke permit, we advise you speak with the relevant regulator (EA/NRW) or alternatively contact the Centre or your consultant. 

Please note this award is suitable as competence in England and Wales. Those in Northern Ireland and Scotland will need to check with NIEA/SEPA prior to enrolment.