Scaffolding Safety Course

Introduction

The Scaffolding Safety Course is designed to train workers, supervisors, and safety professionals in the safe erection, use, and dismantling of scaffolding systems, in compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.451. This program covers scaffold hazard identification, safe work practices, and inspection procedures. Through theoretical instruction, hands-on training, and practical exercises, participants will gain the expertise to prevent scaffold-related accidents, ensure worker safety, and maintain regulatory compliance.

Course Objectives

• Understand OSHA standards for scaffolding safety and their workplace applications.
• Identify scaffold hazards, such as unstable bases, overloading, and fall risks.
• Learn safe scaffold erection, use, and dismantling procedures.
• Develop skills to conduct pre-use scaffold inspections and identify defects.
• Explore the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and fall protection for scaffolding.
• Gain knowledge of emergency response procedures for scaffold-related incidents.
• Understand the importance of scaffold safety training and communication.
• Learn to document scaffold inspections and incidents for compliance.

Learning Outcomes

• Participants will demonstrate compliance with OSHA scaffolding safety standards.
• Learners will identify and mitigate scaffold hazards effectively.
• Attendees will erect, use, and dismantle scaffolds safely.
• Graduates will conduct thorough scaffold inspections to ensure safety.
• Participants will use PPE and fall protection systems during scaffold tasks.
• Learners will respond appropriately to scaffold-related emergencies.
• Attendees will maintain accurate scaffold inspection and incident records.

Assessment

A 30-minute multiple-choice question (MCQ) exam and a practical scaffold inspection and setup evaluation.

Certification

Scaffolding Safety Certificate issued by ACSGP upon successful completion.