Basic Scaffolding (Erector & Dismantling)

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Overview

This course develops the knowledge, skills, and safe working attitudes required to erect, alter, and dismantle scaffolding systems.

Learners study material selection and faults, basic design principles, ties, scaffold drawings, erection and dismantling procedures, and the safe construction of independent, tower, and birdcage scaffolds.

Target Audience

Scaffolders who need to erect, alter, or dismantle simple or complex scaffolding structures safely.

Entry Requirements

Learners must be at least 21 years old, medically fit, able to climb scaffold ladders, and free from a fear of heights.

Key Benefits

Identify scaffolding material requirements and faults

Calculate materials for tower and birdcage structures

Interpret simple scaffolding drawings

Understand fundamental scaffolding principles and ties

Erect scaffolds using tube-and-fitting or system scaffolding

Alter and dismantle scaffolding structures safely

Assessment

Written theory examination and practical assessment completed during the three-day programme.

Course Details

Duration

3 Days - 9 Hours per Day

Class Size

Minimum 4 / Maximum 12

Language

English

Certificate

DISS Basic Scaffolding

Delivery Method

Day 1: classroom training. Day 2: classroom and practical training. Day 3: practical and theory assessments.

The course is divided into classroom and practical units:

Classroom Units

Scaffold definitions and fundamental principles

Reference standards and guidance

Personal protective equipment

Scaffolding hazards and control measures

Scaffolding systems and terminology

Material types, requirements, familiarisation, and faults

Step-by-step erection and dismantling procedures

Basic design familiarisation

Safety during erection, alteration, and dismantling

Practical Units

Static tower with two lifts, including foot tie

Nine-standard birdcage scaffold with two lifts, including foot tie

Independent scaffold with return

Safe erection, alteration, and dismantling practice

Practical assessment

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