To enable the delegates to be fully aware of the various types of scaffold, their uses and construction, and to assess the suitability of basic/compliant scaffolds for safe use and identify common faults.
It will not provide the delegate with the information and knowledge required to become a fully qualified Scaffold Inspector.
Overview
- Applicable legislation, British Standards Code of Practice BS5973 and HSE recommendations
- Working platforms and their safe working loads
- Scaffold systems including independent tied scaffolds, system scaffolds and mobile aluminium towers
- Safe use of ladders
- Scaffold erection to include the correct use and application of fall arrest equipment during scaffold erection
- The inspection of all types of scaffold (independent, putlog, birdcage, mobile and static)
- Statutory Inspections and completion of reports also incorporating handover certificates and method statements
By the end of the course delegates will be able to:
- Understand the requirements of the relevant legislation, British Standards Code of Practice BS5973 and HSE recommendations for inspecting scaffold systems
- Identify the safe working loads for working platforms
- Differentiate between various scaffold systems and for what purpose they should be used
- Adopt a safe working practice for the use of ladders
- Correctly select and use fall arrest equipment during scaffold erection
- Carry out statutory inspections of all types of scaffolds
Course Details
| Course Duration | 2 Days |
| Approval Body | In House |
| Format | Face to Face or E-Learning |
| Assessment | Assessment and exam |
| Certification | Within 28 days of course |
| Valid For | 3 Years |
Who is this course for?
This course is intended for people that have the responsibility for inspecting basic/compliant scaffolds and who may have responsibility for completing reports in accordance with the work at height regulations 2005.
Scaffold Inspection Course FAQ’s
How do I sign up?
Ensure you can find the right course, then sign up to be a member of the Association
How do I access my course?
Our Training Adviser will sort out all the paperwork and send you joining instructions
What do I need?
Just arrive at the Training centre at a venue to suit you, will need HI-viz, safety shoes. Computer for E-Learning
Will I get a certificate?
Yes, once you complete all requirements.
