Portable Tower Scaffolding
Overview
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Act 1998
The Work at Height Regulations 2005
Accident Types
Key points:
Safe Use of Tower Scaffolding Tipping Load of Tower Scaffolding
Methods of erection/dismantling
Use and Inspection Signing off of Scaffolding
Use of and Types of Stabilisers
Same Level Falls, Lower Level Falls, Fall Prevention
Ladder Safety Inspection and use of Fall Protection equipment
Types of safety harness and their uses
Correct and safe wearing of harness
Duration
8 Hours [1 Day]
Maximum Number
3 - 6
Pre-Requisites
No experience necessary
Aims
On completion of course, participants will be able to assemble and examine completed Portable Tower Scaffolding, ensuring that it complies with safety requirements and manufacturers recommendations. Candidates will be issued with a certificate of competence and card (depending on accreditation)
Teaching Methods
Classroom (Powerpoint, Handouts, Videos,Written Question Paper)
Practical (Demonstrations, Practical Assessment of Competence)
Accreditation Options
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