Purpose
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to safely perform basic scaffolding work.
Scaffolding work involves erecting, altering or dismantling a temporary structure to support a platform from which a person or object could fall more than four metres.
This unit applies to scaffolding work involving:
- modular or pre-fabricated scaffolds
- cantilevered materials hoists with a maximum working load of 500 kg
- ropes
- gin wheels
- safety nets and static lines
- bracket scaffolds (tank and formwork).
Scaffolding work is undertaken in construction and other industries where temporary structures are erected, altered and dismantled.
Course Overview
This course covers the below aspects:
- Plan task
- Select and inspect plant and equipment
- Set up task
- Undertake basic scaffolding activities
- Complete task
Course Delivery Mode
Training U conducts this course face to face at its Maddington facility.
Course Duration
5 days
Prerequisites and Course Requirements
- Students must be a minimum of 18 years of age
- Students must have basic English language and literacy skills
- Students must have sound maths skills
- Must be able to provide photo ID
Certification
On successful completion of this course the student will receive a Statement of Attainment and be issued a High Risk Work Licence in the class of SB.