Basic Scaffold Inspection

In the UK, one of the main cause of serious workplace accidents are falls from height. Where scaffolding is not maintained, inspected and signed off by a competent person major accidents become a very real possibility.

This course is designed specifically for those responsible for ensuring that basic scaffolds are erected and maintained correctly. This responsibility often falls to Site Managers or Supervisors who may not have an extensive background in scaffolding.

As such this course will highlight the many scaffold components, how they are to be used correctly and regulations surrounding scaffolding erection including Working at Height Regulations (2005), BS EN 12811-1 and NASC guidance (TG20:21)

The training is delivered over 2 days and split between classroom and practical exercises, including the inspection of reconstructed scaffolds at Alpha Safety's Construction Academy.

Course Topics:

• Current Legislation, Codes of Practice, Regulations and Guidance
• Scaffolding Components & Terminology
• Scaffold Drawing and Construction (including scaffold types and their recommended use)
• Practical Inspection and Report Writing
• Assessment (Practical Inspection, Report and Short Answer Questions)