This scaffolding awareness course provides basic information about different types of scaffolds and guidelines for their use, to assist participants in obtaining a better understanding
of the relevant regulations and risks associated with working on or around scaffold systems. When complete, participants will have a basic understanding of regulations and roles and
responsibilities for personnel erecting, dismantling, and using scaffold systems.
As part of this course, trainees complete several Knowledge Checks and other exercises to validate their training and identify subject areas where additional review/training are recommended.
A certificate of completion will be provided to all participants who successfully complete the course.
Important Note: This is a basic awareness course intended for general knowledge of scaffold systems and is not meant as certification for erection or inspection.
Topics covered in this course include:
- Scaffold system types, components, and selection
- Scaffold regulations
- Fall protection
- Roles and responsibilities
- Importance of leveling
- Scaffold inspection
- Scaffold erection and dismantling guidelines