Aim

The aim of this course is to provide candidates with the knowledge and information required to identify suitable means of safe access, Including the safe and correct use of ladders and stepladders based upon an evaluation of the work to be done, the duration of the task, the working environment, its constraints and the capability of the person carrying out the task.

Pre Requisite

No previous knowledge required

Target Audience

Optimum Number: The optimum number fort his course is 8 delegates

Course Duration: This course will be of ½ days duration

Training Aids

Use will be made of demonstration, practical exercise, course notes and audio-visual presentation

Assessment

Assessment will be made by written questionnaire on completion of the training

NVQ Level:

NVQ Mandatory Modules

NVQ Optional Modules

Certification

On successful completion of the course delegates will receive a NETA certificate

NVQ Awarding Body:

Course Objectives

On successful completion of the course delegates will:-

• Understand and be able to comply with the legislation regarding the safe use of ladders and stepladders
• Be able to adopt and maintainsafe safe systems of work while using ladders and Stepladders
• Be able to inspect ladders and stepladders before use
• Be able to erect ladders and stepladders correctly and safely

Aim

This one day course is designed to give participants a sound working knowledge and appreciation of the principles involved in the erection and dismantling of Mobile Tower Scaffolding.  The course content will include an explanation and description of the various types of tower scaffolds and will address the Health & Safety aspects related to them, as well as the statutory regulations and codes of practice.  In addition, delegates will be given the opportunity to erect mobile tower scaffolding, move its position and dismantle it prior to undertaking a written and practical assessment.

Pre Requisite

A knowledge of scaffolding is very desirable but not essential.

Target Audience

Optimum Number:

Course Duration: This course will be of 1 days duration

Training Aids

Course hand outs together with practical demonstration and practice.

Assessment

A theoretical and practical test based on the course content.  Successful participants will receive a NETA certificate.

NVQ Level:

NVQ Mandatory Modules

NVQ Optional Modules

Certification

NVQ Awarding Body:

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this training course, delegates will have:

• A good working knowledge and appreciation of the various types of mobile tower scaffolds.
• A sound knowledge and appreciation of the principles involved in the erection, dismantling or movement of mobile tower scaffolds.
• An understanding of all the statutory regulations and Health & Safety aspects relating to Mobile Tower Scaffolds, with particular reference to Section 8 of the Health & Safety and Welfare Act 1996.
• A knowledge and understanding of BS 1139 as applied to mobile tower scaffolding.

Aim

The course is aimed at professional Scaffold Inspectors, Scaffolding Supervision and Management and others who would be responsible for statutory scaffold inspection for more complex structures

Pre Requisite

Applicants will need to have extensive scaffolding industry experience or have attended the basic Scaffold Inspection training course

Target Audience

Optimum Number: The optimum number of delegates is 9 people

Course Duration: The duration of the course is 2 days

Training Aids

Course handouts together with practical demonstration and practice

Assessment

A theoretical and practical test based on the course content. Successful participants will receive a certificate which is recognised by the CITB and qualifies them to be scaffolding inspectors

NVQ Level:

NVQ Mandatory Modules

NVQ Optional Modules

Certification

On successful completion of the course candidates will receive a NETA certificate

NVQ Awarding Body:

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, delegates will have knowledge of:-

• The correct and safe method of inspecting drop scaffolding of steelwork 
• The correct and safe method of inspecting cantilever drop scaffold. Including overturning moments, safety factors, counterbalance etc. and the estimating of weight requirements for cantilever drop
• The correct and safe method for the inspection of dead shores
• The safe and correct method of inspection temporary roof scaffolds
• The safe and correct method of inspections staircases and ramps
• How to interpret scaffolding drawings and specifications for the above structures

Aim

This course is aimed at anyone who is responsible for carrying out statutory scaffold inspections in accordance with the Work and Height Regulations 2005 and workers wishing to expand their knowledge of scaffolding

Pre Requisite

Delegates may include employees from outside the scaffolding industry such as Site Managers and Agents, Site Engineers, Health and Safety Professionals etc.

Target Audience

Optimum Number: Up to 9 participants

Course Duration: This course is of 2 days duration

Training Aids

Course hand outs together with practical demonstration and practice.

Assessment

A theoretical and practical test based on the course content.  Successful participants will receive a certificate which is recognised by the CITB and qualifies them to be scaffolding inspectors.

NVQ Level:

NVQ Mandatory Modules

NVQ Optional Modules

Certification

On successful completion of the course candidates will receive a NETA certificate.

NVQ Awarding Body:

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this training course, delegates will have:

• A good working knowledge of BS 5973 (TG20, BSEN 12811-1) and its impact and relevance to scaffolding
• An understanding and appreciation of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and its relevance to scaffolding
• An understanding and appreciation of the Health and Safety and Welfare Act 1996, Working at Heights Regulation 2005 and its relevance to scaffolding
• A sound knowledge of the various types of scaffolding and their application
• An ability to examine a scaffolding construction and detect any faults and have an awareness of corrective actions

Aim

The aim of the course is to provide scaffolding supervisors with an understanding of the requirements of modern Health and Safety regulations and how to manage them effectively.

Pre Requisite

Candidates must have a basic understanding of scaffolding.

Target Audience

Optimum Number: Optimum number for this course would be 12

Course Duration: Duration of this course is 5 Days (32.5 hours)

Training Aids

Use will be made of Lecture notes and audio/visual presentation

Assessment

Use will be made of both written and practical assessments.

NVQ Level:

NVQ Mandatory Modules

NVQ Optional Modules

Certification

On successful completion of the course delegates will receive a CISRS certificate

NVQ Awarding Body:

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this training course delegates will be able to: -

• Understanding the requirements of managing health and safety in compliance with statutory regulations
• Carrying out risk assessments using different proforma
• Develop risk assessment into a more detailed safe system of work
• Understand estimating principles
• Estimate using different techniques including the use of information technology
• Understand the requirements for the inspection of scaffolds and recording techniques