Other Course
Scaffold Erector Training
Purpose of the course:
Aligned with US 263245
This course equips participants with the skills required to safely erect, alter, reposition, and dismantle scaffolding in accordance with SANS 10085-1:2024. It ensures structural safety, legal compliance, and practical competence for safe scaffold operations onsite.
Target group:
Suitable for scaffold erectors, construction workers, general labourers, and supervisors involved in tasks requiring access scaffolding. Minimum Grade 7 or NQF Level 3 recommended.
Course outline:
1. Introduction to Scaffolding
⭄ Course objectives
⭄ Legislative requirements and safety protocols
2. Theoretical Components
⭄ Types of scaffolding and materials used
⭄ Reading and interpreting scaffold drawings
⭄ Safety standards and requirements
3. Practical Components
⭄ Scaffold erection and dismantling
⭄ Repositioning and alterations
⭄ Safe working-at-heights techniques
4. Safety Procedures
⭄ Risk assessments
⭄ Emergency response measures
Other Information:
Entry Requirements:
⭄ Certified copy of ID
⭄ Valid Working-at-Heights certificate
Duration: 2 days
⭄ Format: Theory + practical
⭄ Evaluation: Theory and practical
⭄ Certificate: Certificate of Attendance
