Scaffolding Awareness for Site Managers and Trainees
What is the Scaffolding Awareness course?
This practical 2-day scaffolding awareness course provides essential knowledge for anyone managing sites with scaffolding erections or working with scaffolding inspectors. It is designed to equip you with the necessary scaffolding safety awareness to effectively supervise and manage scaffolding activities, even if you're not required to sign off scaffolding as safe to use.
Who is the course for?
This scaffold awareness training is ideal for those who need to understand scaffolding from a management perspective, ensuring a safer work environment. It provides essential knowledge for managers, supervisors, trainees, and others who need to understand scaffold design, inspection, and safety.
Build upon your industry experience to become a more informed and effective leader in scaffolding-related projects.
Accreditation / qualification(s) offered
Attendance certificates are issued on the final day of training.
What this course includes
This price includes learning materials which will be handed out on the first day of training. Refreshments and lunch will also be provided as part of your course.See dates & book
Delivery method:
Face-to-face2 day course- See purchase options
£300.00 excl. VAT
- 2 Days
- Small Classes
- Certificate of attendance
- Scaffolding training site
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Are the trainers qualified?
A. All our trainers are fully qualified Scaffold Inspectors with considerable experience. In addition, we ensure all our trainers hold Level 5 teaching qualifications
Q. Will this course allow me to get the CISRS Scaffold Inspection card?
A. No. This course is aimed at people who need to be aware of the scaffolding requirements but not required to sign off scaffolding as safe to use.
Q. Can I do the course on two separate days?
A. No. The course is designed to be completed on two consecutive days.
Q. Will I need to bring my own PPE?
A. You will be required to bring your own hard hat, gloves and protective footwear. You will be provided with protective goggles and a hi-visibility vest while on the course.
Q. How is the course assessed?
A. The course is not formally assessed although you will be given advice and feedback on practical exercises.
Q. Will I get a certificate to prove I have passed the course?
A. Attendance certificates are issued on the final day of the training event.
Q. How long will my qualification last?
A. This is not a formal qualification and the content is accurate and up to date at the time of the course. TG20 is updated regularly and it is up to the individual to ensure they remain current. We will however be running update courses should significant changes develop.
Q. What are the course hours?
A. The course starts at 09:00.You will need to arrive at the main gate/student reception 30 minutes earlier in order to register and gain access to the site. Both working days end at 16:30. There are scheduled course breaks for refreshments and lunch built into the programme.
There are no entry requirements to attend this course. You should have awareness and experience of scaffolding structures, coming from time spent in your individual industry sector which you will build upon throughout this course.
Course outcomes:
- Gain a deep understanding of scaffold awareness principles and practices
- Explore crucial scaffolding training topics related to safety and compliance
- Improve your ability to identify and mitigate scaffolding hazards through enhanced scaffolding safety awareness
- Develop a robust understanding of regulatory requirements for scaffolding.
The course will develop your understanding of:
- Scaffolding components
- Scaffolding terminology
- Construction Design Management
- Working at heights
- Types of Ties
- TG20 – 13. User Guides
- Types of scaffolding
- Scaffolding features
- Inspection of ladders
- Fault finding procedures
- Scaffolding Fault Finding
- Detecting scaffolding faults
- Inspection timings
- Documentation and Scaf Tags
- Practical fault-finding exercises
Upcoming dates for Scaffolding Awareness for Site Managers and Trainees
MKC Training Centre
MKC Training Centre
MKC Training Centre
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VAT will be calculated at checkout.
