Scaffolding Safety

Course Description

Gain an in depth overview of scaffolding safety. In this course, you will identify basic scaffold hazards and review OSHA’s scaffold standard, subpart L, in order to increase safety standards when using scaffolding.

However, this course is not intended as training for erectors or dismantlers, nor will it certify competent persons or qualified persons.

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for scaffold users, foremen, superintendents, project engineers, job-site competent persons, job-site safety coordinators, and others involved in the construction industry.

What You Will Learn

• Scaffold capacity and construction
• Scaffold use and fall protection
• Aerial and boom lifts
• Suspended scaffolding
• Specialty scaffolds
• Scaffold requirements training

How You Will Benefit

• Recognize hazards and the causes commonly associated with work around scaffolds.
• Be aware of common scaffold-related accidents.
• Understand the general OSHA requirements for scaffold safety.
• Understand the correct procedures and controls necessary to minimize the hazards.