Scaffolding - Tube and Clamp
TO REGISTER FOR THIS COURSE, A CANDIDATE NEEDS TO PROVIDE
A valid email address.
A valid “Fall Arrest Training” Certificate
Introduction
This course was designed to give basic instruction on the safe erection and dismantling of Tube and Clamp Scaffolding in a residential/commercial environment. Topics covered will include: Site Inspection and documentation of completed hazard/risk assessment, Erection/Dismantle of Towers, Safe Access, Tie in methods and proper Bracing. Included under these headings is information on material handling, tools for scaffold erection, inspection of scaffold components and commonly used scaffolding hand signals. As a pre-requisite to completing this course, the student must have a valid “Fall Arrest Training” Certificate.
Course Information
Duration: 4 day course
Components: Theory and Practical
Course Outline
Chapter 1: Introduction
• Review of Applicable Regulations and Standards
• OH&S Regulations
• Manufacturer’s Instructions
• Ground Conditions (Base plates, sills and foundations)
• Elevations
• Tie-In Locations and Bracing
• Overhead Conditions
• Electrical Hazards
• Congested Areas
• Chemical and Physical Hazards
• Weather Conditions
• Cosmetic Considerations
• Locations of Exits and Utilities
• Working over Water
• Hazard/Risk Assessment
• Review
Chapter 2: Safe Erection of Towers
• Tools used in Scaffolding
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Material Handling
• Pre-use Inspection of Scaffolding Parts
• Scaffolding Hand Signals
• Tube and Clamp Scaffolds
• Inspections on Scaffolding
• Review
Chapter: 3 Providing Access
• Regulations
• Ladders
• Ladder Types
• Ladder Selection and Inspection
• General Conditions
• Review
Chapter 4: Braces and Ties
• Bracing
• A Correctly Braced Scaffold
• Tie-Ins
• Critical Ties
• Understanding Braces and Ties
• Review
Exam
• A pass mark of 70% must be obtained on exam in order to proceed to the practical portion
Practical
• Practical portion of course consists of pre-use inspection of scaffolding equipment, proper erection/inspection/dismantling of tower scaffolds, as well as documenting inspections and installing proper tagging systems. Students will also be graded on their abilities to meet the requirements and standards covered in this course. Any number of days can be added for practical depending on the client’s needs. Minimum of 2 days practical recommended. Scaffolding systems used can be Sure-Lock, Frame or Tube and Clamp.
