Scaffolding Safety Training

Scaffolders are responsible to install, dismantle and maintain scaffolding. The provisions of 74 (1) of the Regulations (Building Operations and Works of Engineering Construction) (Safety) Regulations, Factories and Machinery Act, 1986 stipulates that all the work of installing, dismantle or maintain the scaffold shall be carried out under the supervision of the 'designated person' or competent person appointed by the employer to supervise or inspect the work.

This course has been design to: Create awareness of the various types of scaffold, their uses and construction; basic safety and management of various scaffolds used at workplace; and identifying hazards that may be present on site in ensuring a safe working condition.

Practical Content:

• Code of Practice for Access and Working Platforms
• Scaffolding Terminology
• Components, Standards, Ledgers, Couplers etc.
• Foundations, Bracing and Tying Scaffolds
• Working Platforms, Ladder Access, Manual Handling
• System Scaffolds, A Frame Metal or Aluminum
• Theory of Basic Independent Scaffold
• Practical Exercise: Erect 3 x 2.4m bays, one lift