Scaffolding Erector and Dismantler Training

Course outline

A typical scaffolding erector and dismantler course combines theory, practical work and an assessment. Course length, language and group size are confirmed on the quotation.

• Theory

  Safe working practices, the hazards of the task, applicable site rules and how the equipment or system works.

• Practical

  Supervised exercises or demonstrations, including pre-use checks and correct use.

• Assessment

  Questions on the theory and observation of the practical work. The pass criteria are set by the training provider.

Typical topics for scaffolding erector and dismantler training

Content varies between providers and course levels. This list shows the topics most often covered in scaffolding erector and dismantler training; the syllabus actually used is confirmed on the quotation.

• Scaffold components, types and basic terminology
• Erection and dismantling sequence and safe working practices
• Inspection and hand-over, tagging, and hazards such as access, loading and changing conditions

Who should attend

Scaffolding Erector and Dismantler training is relevant to the following groups.

• Employers preparing a team for a new project or site
• Newly appointed staff who will take up this role or task
• Experienced staff who need a refresher or a documented course record
• Supervisors and team leaders who want to understand the role and its controls

Participants typically come from scaffolding contractors and the principal contractors who use their scaffolds.

Prerequisites

Requirements for scaffolding erector and dismantler training depend on the training provider, your employer and the site. Typical points are:

• Basic fitness for the role and the ability to follow instructions in the language of the course
• A valid ID and any documents the training provider asks for
• Any minimum age, medical fitness or prior experience set by the provider, your employer or the site: please state these when you request the quotation
• Personal protective equipment for the practical part: confirm who provides it

Assessment and completion record

Training providers normally record attendance and the assessment result. What is issued at the end, for example a certificate of completion, how long it is valid and whether your employer, client or any authority recognises it, is decided by the training provider and by the organisation that needs it.

Tell us your requirement when you ask for a quotation. It is confirmed in the quotation rather than assumed, and this page does not state or imply any accreditation or approval.

How it works

1. 1

   Send your request

   Tell us that you need scaffolding erector and dismantler training, the number of trainees, the preferred language and the city or site.

2. 2

   Confirm the outline

   We confirm the course content, duration, assessment method and what each trainee receives at the end.

3. 3

   Agree date and venue

   Choose a date, and whether training takes place at your site or at a training venue.

4. 4

   Attend the course

   Trainees complete the theory, practical and assessment parts.

5. 5

   Receive the completion record

   You receive the attendance and assessment record agreed in the quotation.