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Award in Scaffolding Inspector

Module Overview

This curriculum aims to equip individuals with the necessary knowledge, skills, and practical experience to conduct thorough scaffold inspections, ensure compliance with safety standards, and contribute to maintaining a safe working environment in construction settings.

Module Structure

Module 1: Introduction to Scaffold Inspection

• Overview of the role and responsibilities of a scaffold inspector
• Importance of scaffold inspections in ensuring safety
• Regulatory standards and codes related to scaffold inspections (OSHA, ANSI, etc.)

Module 2: Scaffold Components and Terminology

• Detailed study of scaffold components, including types, materials, and fittings
• Understanding scaffold terminology and industry-specific jargon
• Identification of common scaffold configurations and their applications

Module 3: Inspection Procedures and Protocols

• Detailed inspection protocols for scaffold components and structures
• Techniques for assessing scaffold stability, load capacities, and structural integrity
• Procedures for conducting pre-use, routine, and post-assembly inspections

Module 4: Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment

Identifying potential hazards associated with scaffold installations
Conducting risk assessments during inspections
Methods for documenting and reporting identified hazards

Module 5: Safety Regulations and Compliance

• Detailed review of scaffold-related safety regulations and standards
• Ensuring compliance with local, national, and international safety codes
• Responsibilities of inspectors, employers, and workers in maintaining compliance

Module 6: Implementation Strategies and Case Studies

• Documentation requirements for scaffold inspections
• Report writing: creating detailed, accurate inspection reports
• Communicating inspection findings and recommendations effectively

Module 7: Advanced Inspection Techniques

• Advanced techniques for specialized scaffolding (e.g., suspended scaffolds, shoring, etc.)
• Inspection methodologies for complex scaffold systems
• Assessing unique challenges in scaffold structures (e.g., confined spaces, heights, etc.)

Module 8: Practical Inspection Exercises

• Hands-on practice in conducting scaffold inspections
• Simulated scenarios to replicate real inspection situations
• Case studies and role-playing exercises for practical application

Module 9: Communication and Reporting

• Effective communication with stakeholders: contractors, workers, and site managers
• Providing clear and concise inspection feedback and recommendations
• Communicating safety concerns and enforcement of corrective actions

Module 10: Code of Ethics and Professional Development

• Understanding professional ethics in scaffold inspection
• Continuous professional development for scaffold inspectors
• Encouraging a commitment to ongoing learning and improvement

Assessment

• Assessment of practical skills through MCQ based exam
• Total Marks :100
• Passing Marks: 75
Training Duration: 7 Days
Training Mode: Virtual through Zoom App
Timing: Evening Training for Working Professionals
Certificate: Awarded by EOSH-UK within 30 days of completion of training Programs