This course teaches the fundamentals of safe scaffolding through the erection and dismantling of end frame components. The participants will learn the principles of basic scaffold design, techniques for safe erection and dismantling, and inspection. Total course time is 16 hours (2 days) with 4 hours of classroom and 12 hours of practical hands on where the participants will build and dismantle end frame scaffold.
Maximum class size is 12 participants with a minimum of 6 for on-site training.
Wesco International, Inc. provides training sessions on a regular basis. To arrange on-site training or register for regular monthly courses, please call 902-468-8467
Course teaching points are, but not limited to, the following:
• Provincial / State regulations
• CSA requirements
• Manufacturer specifications
• Scaffold theory
• Application of end frame scaffolding
• The limitations and advantages of end frame
• Basic design principles
• Tie-in theory and principles
• Scaffold loading
• Bracing fundamentals
• Outriggers
• Side wall brackets
• 3-to-1 principle
• Inspection
Exam: 80% pass requirement.
Instructions
PLEASE NOTE:
Participants will need to bring the following to the course:
Fully Inspected CSA approved Class A Harness and Double Scaffold Hook Lanyard or SRL
CSA Approved Steel Toed Boots
CSA Approved Type 2 Class E or G Hard Hat
Safety Glasses
Gloves
Steel Claw Hammer (16-20oz)
Small Level
Tape Measure.