During maintenance and construction projects, scaffolding is frequently utilized. A scaffold can be any temporary elevated or suspended work surface that is used to support personnel, tools, and/or supplies. Scaffolds are used intensively in the construction business. Scaffolds and other elevated work platforms are regularly used by 65% of the construction labor force. These scaffolds are utilized in more challenging environments and are relocated and/or disassembled more frequently. Scaffolds thus cause hundreds of fatalities and thousands of injuries annually, at a cost to the global construction industry of about US$900 million. The repercussions of these mishaps cost the global economy more than $15 billion annually. Accidents with recorded injuries make up a very small percentage of all accidents.

Course Objectives:

Upon the successful completion of this course, each participant will be able to:-

Get certified as a “Scaffolding Inspector”
Implement the American and British regulations and industry standards related to scaffolding and aerial work platforms
Discuss the accidents, injuries, and fatality statistics
Plan, select, and use of scaffolding & aerial work platforms
Identify the various scaffold materials and aware of the methods used in calculating scaffolding requirements
Employ the fall protection procedures during erection and use of scaffolds
Describe electrocution on scaffolds and employ emergency response & rescue
Distinguish the different types of supported scaffolds such as tubular welded-frame scaffolds (mason’s frames), tube & coupler scaffolding, wood pole scaffolds, pump and ladder jack scaffolds
Determine the different types of suspended scaffolds such as single-point and two-point suspension scaffolds, multiple-point suspension scaffolds, adjustable multi-point suspension scaffolds (stone setters – mason’s), and outrigger types scaffolding
Explain the proper use of manually propelled rolling towers, aerial work platforms, stairways, and ladders
Use correct forms and checklists during the inspection procedures of scaffolds and aerial work platforms

Who Should Attend?

This course provides an overview of all significant aspects and considerations of scaffolding and aerial work platforms for the project, construction, maintenance, and safety managers, engineers, superintendents, supervisors, and foremen. Further, this course is also suitable for architects, engineers, contractors, attorneys, and insurance companies.

Course Outlines:

International Regulations and Industry Standards

American Standards
British Standards

Accidents, Injuries and Fatality Statistics

Hazards of Elevated Work Platforms
Statistics
Why Do Scaffolds Fall?
Case Studies
Failure to Understand and/or Comply with Regulatory Requirements
Proper Assembly of Scaffolds
Listing of Citations

Preplanning – Selection & Use Preplanning is Essential

Beginning
OSHA Standards

Training Requirements

Specific Requirements
Training Materials
Competent, Qualified and Authorized Designations
Scaffold Tags
Competent and Qualified Persons on the Jobsites

Materials and Methods

Soil Bearing Capacities
Foundation/Support
Scaffolds on Elevated Structures
Platforms
Falling Object Protection
Causes of Scaffold Accidents
Wire Suspension Ropes
Fiber Ropes

Fall Protection During Erection and Use of Scaffolds

Identifying Hazards – The Job Hazard Analysis Form
Fall Protection Solutions
Rescue Plans

Electrocution on Scaffolds

Safety Factors
Determining Location of Power Lines
Use of Electrical Power Tools on Scaffolds
Suspended Scaffolds and Welding
Case Studies
Working in the Vicinity of Power Lines

Emergency Response and Rescue

The Contract
Possible Scenarios
Workplace Emergencies

Supported Scaffolds General

Definition and Requirements
Maintaining Stability
Preventing Contact with Electrical Lines
Access
Square and Level
Criteria for Fall Protection on Supported Scaffolds
Guardrail Systems

Tubular Welded-Frame Scaffolds – Mason’s Frames

The Half-Ladder
End Frames
The Pad
Jacks
Planning
PreErection Inspection
OSHA Regulations

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