SCAFFOLD COMPETENT PERSON

Course Overview

After completion of this course delegates will be able to:

Specify the general requirements for Frame, Tube / Clamp, and Systems Scaffolding.
Determine the specific safety rules and steps associated with the erection of Tube & Clamp Scaffolding.
Determine the specific safety rules and steps involved in the safe erection of System Scaffolding
Identify the major items to consider when performing a scaffold inspection
Specify the major elements of OSHA’s Regulation 29 CFR Subpart L-Scaffolding

Course Objective

The course objectiove is to cover the following topics:

Recognizes hazards associated with each type of scaffold
Proper procedures to minimize and control those hazards
The nature and importance of any electrical hazards, fall hazards and falling objects hazards
The correct procedures in dealing with nearby electrical equipment and or power lines, proper protection systems erection for co-worker safety
Proper handling of materials on scaffolds and proper scaffold use
Maximum loading of scaffolds and scaffold capacities
Supervising the erection, repairing, and inspection of scaffold systems
Identification of various scaffold check points & safety considerations
Correct procedures for moving,disassembling, repairing and erecting scaffolds
Chaining worksite conditions as they pertain to scaffolds
Quality and professionalism in scaffold construction, repairing and inspections

Course Duration

02 Days (Theory & Practical)