Scaffolding Safety Training Course
Scaffolding Safety Training aligned with OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart L, ANSI A10.8, and EN 12811 standards.
Course Title
Scaffolding Safety
Course Duration
1 Day
Competency Assessment Criteria
Practical assessment and knowledge Assessment
Training Delivery Method
Classroom (Instructor-Led)
Service Coverage
In Tamkene Training Center or On-Site: Covering Saudi Arabia (Dammam - Khobar - Dhahran - Jubail - Riyadh - Jeddah - Tabuk - Madinah - NEOM - Qassim - Makkah - Any City in Saudi Arabia) - MENA Region
Course Average Passing Rate
98%
Post Training Reporting
Post Training Report + Candidate(s) Training Evaluation Forms
Certificate of Successful Completion
Certification is provided upon successful completion. The certificate can be verified through a QR-Code system.
Certification Provider
Tamkene Saudi Training Center - Approved by TVTC (Technical and Vocational Training Corporation)
Certificate Validity
2 Years (Extendable with additional training hours)
Instructors Languages
English / Arabic / Urdu / Hindi
Training Services Design Methodology
ADDIE Training Design Methodology
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Course Overview
This comprehensive Scaffolding Safety Training course provides participants with essential knowledge and practical skills required for safe scaffold use, inspection, and maintenance in construction and industrial environments. The course covers fundamental scaffolding safety principles along with hands-on techniques for hazard identification, fall protection, and regulatory compliance procedures.
Participants will learn to apply OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart L Scaffolds, ANSI A10.8 Safety Requirements for Scaffolding, EN 12811 Temporary Works - Scaffolds, and SSFI Scaffold and Access Industry Association Guidelines to ensure comprehensive scaffolding safety and regulatory compliance. This course combines theoretical scaffolding concepts with practical hands-on training and real-world application scenarios to ensure participants gain valuable skills applicable to their work environment while emphasizing fall protection and structural integrity.
Key Learning Objectives
Understand scaffolding safety fundamentals and regulatory requirements
Implement effective scaffold inspection and structural assessment procedures
Apply proper fall protection systems and safety equipment protocols
Execute comprehensive scaffold erection and dismantling safety procedures
Develop effective hazard recognition and risk assessment capabilities
Apply appropriate access and egress safety requirements
Implement proper load capacity and weight distribution procedures
Apply emergency response and rescue coordination protocols
Group Exercises
Inspection checklists development including (component assessment, safety verification, documentation standards, regulatory compliance)
Fall protection plans including (system selection, anchor points, rescue procedures, equipment requirements)
Safety procedures including (work practices, load limitations, access requirements, emergency protocols)
Training documentation including (competency verification, inspection records, incident reporting, corrective actions)
Knowledge Assessment
Scaffolding safety theory evaluations including (OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart L requirements, ANSI A10.8 standards, safety principles)
Component identification exercises including (structural elements, connection systems, fall protection, safety equipment)
Inspection procedure testing including (assessment criteria, defect recognition, documentation requirements, corrective actions)
Fall protection assessments including (system selection, PFAS requirements, anchor points, equipment inspection)
Course Outline
1. Scaffolding Safety Fundamentals and Regulatory Framework
Scaffolding principles including (structural integrity, fall protection, load capacity, safe access)
OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart L requirements including (competent person, inspection frequency, fall protection, training)
ANSI A10.8 standards including (design requirements, safety factors, inspection criteria, use limitations)
Scaffold types including (supported scaffolds, suspended scaffolds, aerial lifts, mobile scaffolds, specialty scaffolds)
2. Scaffold Components and Structural Integrity
Structural Components including (standards, ledgers, transoms, braces, platforms, guardrails, toeboards)
Foundation Requirements including (base plates, mud sills, level surfaces, soil bearing capacity, stability)
Connection Systems including (couplers, clamps, pins, wedges, locking mechanisms, joint integrity)
Load Path including (vertical load transfer, lateral stability, wind resistance, structural continuity)
3. Fall Protection Systems and Safety Equipment
Fall Protection requirements including (guardrail systems, Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS), safety nets)
Guardrail Systems including (top rail, mid-rail, toeboard, post spacing, strength requirements)
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including (hard hats, safety harnesses, lanyards, connectors, anchor points)
Fall Arrest Systems including (full body harnesses, shock-absorbing lanyards, self-retracting lifelines, anchor points)
4. Scaffold Inspection and Assessment Procedures
Pre-Use Inspection including (structural integrity, platform condition, fall protection, access safety)
Periodic Inspection including (weather damage, structural changes, component wear, connection integrity)
Competent Person requirements including (training qualifications, inspection authority, corrective action, documentation)
Inspection Criteria including (acceptance standards, rejection criteria, repair requirements, out-of-service procedures)
5. Safe Work Practices and Load Management
Platform Requirements including (planking specifications, gap limitations, overlap requirements, securing methods)
Load Capacity including (working loads, uniform loads, concentrated loads, dynamic factors)
Access and Egress including (stair towers, ladder access, platform openings, safe passage)
Work Practices including (three-point contact, tool handling, material storage, movement restrictions)
6. Weather Conditions and Emergency Procedures
Weather Limitations including (wind restrictions, ice conditions, electrical storms, visibility requirements)
Environmental Hazards including (overhead power lines, excavations, traffic areas, chemical exposure)
Emergency Response including (rescue procedures, medical emergencies, structural failure, evacuation protocols)
Incident Management including (accident reporting, investigation procedures, corrective actions, prevention measures)
Practical Assessment
Scaffold inspection demonstration including (structural assessment, component examination, fall protection verification, documentation)
Fall protection setup including (guardrail installation, PFAS connection, anchor point verification, equipment inspection)
PPE selection and use including (harness fitting, lanyard connection, inspection procedures, maintenance requirements)
Hazard identification exercise including (structural defects, fall hazards, environmental conditions, safety violations)
Gained Core Technical Skills
Comprehensive scaffolding safety and inspection methodology capabilities
Fall protection system design and PFAS implementation proficiency
Structural integrity assessment and component evaluation expertise
Competent person inspection and documentation competency
Regulatory compliance with OSHA, ANSI A10.8, and scaffolding standards
Load capacity verification and weight distribution management
Emergency response and rescue coordination for scaffolding incidents
Professional scaffolding safety culture development and hazard prevention
Training Design Methodology
ADDIE Training Design Methodology
Targeted Audience
Construction Workers using scaffolding systems
Scaffold Erectors and Dismantlers
Safety Officers overseeing scaffolding operations
Site Supervisors managing construction activities
Competent Persons conducting scaffold inspections
Project Managers ensuring scaffolding compliance
Maintenance Workers accessing elevated work areas
Training Coordinators developing scaffolding safety programs
Why Choose This Course
Essential scaffolding safety competency development
Comprehensive fall protection expertise
Industry-recognized inspection methodology
Professional regulatory compliance training
Practical scaffolding safety certification preparation
Note
Note: This course outline, including specific topics, modules, and duration, is subject to change and also can be customized based on the specific needs and requirements of the client.
Course Outline
1. Scaffolding Safety Fundamentals and Regulatory Framework
Scaffolding principles including (structural integrity, fall protection, load capacity, safe access)
OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart L requirements including (competent person, inspection frequency, fall protection, training)
ANSI A10.8 standards including (design requirements, safety factors, inspection criteria, use limitations)
Scaffold types including (supported scaffolds, suspended scaffolds, aerial lifts, mobile scaffolds, specialty scaffolds)
2. Scaffold Components and Structural Integrity
Structural Components including (standards, ledgers, transoms, braces, platforms, guardrails, toeboards)
Foundation Requirements including (base plates, mud sills, level surfaces, soil bearing capacity, stability)
Connection Systems including (couplers, clamps, pins, wedges, locking mechanisms, joint integrity)
Load Path including (vertical load transfer, lateral stability, wind resistance, structural continuity)
3. Fall Protection Systems and Safety Equipment
Fall Protection requirements including (guardrail systems, Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS), safety nets)
Guardrail Systems including (top rail, mid-rail, toeboard, post spacing, strength requirements)
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including (hard hats, safety harnesses, lanyards, connectors, anchor points)
Fall Arrest Systems including (full body harnesses, shock-absorbing lanyards, self-retracting lifelines, anchor points)
4. Scaffold Inspection and Assessment Procedures
Pre-Use Inspection including (structural integrity, platform condition, fall protection, access safety)
Periodic Inspection including (weather damage, structural changes, component wear, connection integrity)
Competent Person requirements including (training qualifications, inspection authority, corrective action, documentation)
Inspection Criteria including (acceptance standards, rejection criteria, repair requirements, out-of-service procedures)
5. Safe Work Practices and Load Management
Platform Requirements including (planking specifications, gap limitations, overlap requirements, securing methods)
Load Capacity including (working loads, uniform loads, concentrated loads, dynamic factors)
Access and Egress including (stair towers, ladder access, platform openings, safe passage)
Work Practices including (three-point contact, tool handling, material storage, movement restrictions)
6. Weather Conditions and Emergency Procedures
Weather Limitations including (wind restrictions, ice conditions, electrical storms, visibility requirements)
Environmental Hazards including (overhead power lines, excavations, traffic areas, chemical exposure)
Emergency Response including (rescue procedures, medical emergencies, structural failure, evacuation protocols)
Incident Management including (accident reporting, investigation procedures, corrective actions, prevention measures)
Why Choose This Course?
Essential scaffolding safety competency development
Comprehensive fall protection expertise
Industry-recognized inspection methodology
Professional regulatory compliance training
Practical scaffolding safety certification preparation
Note: This course outline, including specific topics, modules, and duration, is subject to change and also can be customized based on the specific needs and requirements of the client.
Practical Assessment
Scaffold inspection demonstration including (structural assessment, component examination, fall protection verification, documentation)
Fall protection setup including (guardrail installation, PFAS connection, anchor point verification, equipment inspection)
PPE selection and use including (harness fitting, lanyard connection, inspection procedures, maintenance requirements)
Hazard identification exercise including (structural defects, fall hazards, environmental conditions, safety violations)
Course Overview
This comprehensive Scaffolding Safety Training course provides participants with essential knowledge and practical skills required for safe scaffold use, inspection, and maintenance in construction and industrial environments. The course covers fundamental scaffolding safety principles along with hands-on techniques for hazard identification, fall protection, and regulatory compliance procedures.
Participants will learn to apply OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart L Scaffolds, ANSI A10.8 Safety Requirements for Scaffolding, EN 12811 Temporary Works - Scaffolds, and SSFI Scaffold and Access Industry Association Guidelines to ensure comprehensive scaffolding safety and regulatory compliance. This course combines theoretical scaffolding concepts with practical hands-on training and real-world application scenarios to ensure participants gain valuable skills applicable to their work environment while emphasizing fall protection and structural integrity.
Key Learning Objectives
Understand scaffolding safety fundamentals and regulatory requirements
Implement effective scaffold inspection and structural assessment procedures
Apply proper fall protection systems and safety equipment protocols
Execute comprehensive scaffold erection and dismantling safety procedures
Develop effective hazard recognition and risk assessment capabilities
Apply appropriate access and egress safety requirements
Implement proper load capacity and weight distribution procedures
Apply emergency response and rescue coordination protocols
Knowledge Assessment
Scaffolding safety theory evaluations including (OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart L requirements, ANSI A10.8 standards, safety principles)
Component identification exercises including (structural elements, connection systems, fall protection, safety equipment)
Inspection procedure testing including (assessment criteria, defect recognition, documentation requirements, corrective actions)
Fall protection assessments including (system selection, PFAS requirements, anchor points, equipment inspection)
Targeted Audience
Construction Workers using scaffolding systems
Scaffold Erectors and Dismantlers
Safety Officers overseeing scaffolding operations
Site Supervisors managing construction activities
Competent Persons conducting scaffold inspections
Project Managers ensuring scaffolding compliance
Maintenance Workers accessing elevated work areas
Training Coordinators developing scaffolding safety programs