Objective

During the course delegates will gain knowledge and practical skills on all aspects of working with tubular scaffolding including tying scaffold to structures, methods of stabilizing and uniting scaffolds.

Target Group

This course is designed for all personnel involved in the erection of tubular and fitting type scaffolding.

Prerequisites

All delegates must be in possession of a valid medical certificate.

Examination

N/A

Course Contents

Acts and Legislations OSHA 1994 (Act 514) and FMA (Act 139)

Scaffolding Requirements as per British Standard 1139/5973

Scaffold Designs

Unsafe Acts and Conditions

Tube Fittings and Scaffold Drawings

Permit to Work System

Working Platforms / Ladders / Planks / Safety Nets and Site Hazards

Emergency Procedures and Do's & Don'ts

Ropes and Knots

Load Calculations and Safety Factors

Practical Erection of Various Types of Scaffolds

Competency Standards / Practical and Written Assessment