Scaffold Training

    Scaffold Training is a specialized safety program aimed at educating workers and supervisors involved in the erection, use, inspection, and dismantling of scaffolding systems. It ensures that individuals are competent to manage scaffold-related tasks safely, reducing the risk of falls, collapses, and other site accidents.

    Scaffold training is critical in construction, maintenance, industrial, and infrastructure projects where temporary work platforms are frequently used.

    Objectives of Scaffold Training

    • Ensure safe erection, use, and dismantling of scaffolds
    • Meet legal and regulatory compliance for scaffold safety
    • Promote awareness of fall protection, load limits, and risk prevention
    • Reduce accidents and liabilities at worksites
    • Build competency in identifying hazards and unsafe conditions

    Requirements of Scaffold Training

    Regulatory Requirements:

    • Must comply with international and national regulations:
      • OSHA 29 CFR 1926.451
      • ISO 18878 (Mobile elevating work platforms – Operator training)
      • BS EN 12811 (Scaffolds – Performance Requirements)
      • LEEA & ILO guidelines

    Eligibility Criteria:

    • Minimum age requirement (typically 18 years or above)
    • Physically fit to work at heights
    • Basic reading and comprehension skills

    Trainer Qualifications:

    • Trainers must be qualified and experienced in scaffold operations
    • Training must be conducted by an approved body or professional

    Training Duration:

    • Varies from 1 to 5 days depending on the type (basic, advanced, supervisory)
    • Includes both theoretical and practical modules

    Evaluation and Certification:

    • Trainees are assessed via written test and hands-on performance
    • Certification issued upon successful completion

      Who Should Attend Scaffold Training?

      • Scaffolders involved in erecting and dismantling scaffolding
      • Construction and maintenance workers using scaffolds at heights
      • Supervisors, engineers, and safety officers responsible for worksite safety
      • Inspectors and site managers who need to assess scaffold safety
      • Anyone working in industries such as construction, oil & gas, energy, infrastructure, and industrial plants

      Contents of Scaffold Training

      Theoretical (Classroom) Training

      • Introduction to types of scaffolds (e.g., tube & coupler, frame, system scaffolds)
      • Legal and regulatory framework
      • Scaffold design and load calculations
      • Safe erection and dismantling procedures
      • Fall protection systems and PPE usage
      • Scaffold tagging systems (green/yellow/red tags)
      • Inspection criteria and hazard identification
      • Emergency procedures and rescue planning

      Practical Training

      • Erection and dismantling of different types of scaffolds
      • Safe access and working techniques
      • Fall arrest system demonstration
      • Scaffold inspection walk-through
      • Hazard recognition exercises
      • Hands-on tool usage and system component handling

      DAS Certification (Private) Limited: Scaffold Training Services

      DAS Certification is a LEEA full member and accredited training provider that offers international-standard scaffold training to support workplace safety and compliance.

      ✅ Comprehensive Scaffold Training Programs

      • Basic Scaffold Training (workers)
      • Advanced Scaffold Erection & Inspection
      • Scaffold Supervisor Training
      • Refresher and Re-certification Programs

      ✅ Certified Trainers and Training Materials

      • Training by qualified instructors with practical industry experience
      • Includes manuals, handbooks, safety videos, and scaffold models

      ✅ Practical and On-Site Training Options

      • Hands-on training at DAS training center or on-site at client premises
      • Real scaffold structures used for practical sessions

      ✅ Certification and Evaluation

      • Written and practical assessment conducted
      • Certificate of successful completion issued
      • Training logs and competency verification provided to employers

      ✅ Scaffold Safety Advisory Services

      • Site-specific scaffold safety planning
      • Risk assessment and compliance audits
      • Development of internal scaffold safety policies and procedures

      Benefits of Choosing DAS for Scaffold Training

      • Training aligned with LEEA, OSHA, ISO, and local regulatory standards
      • Enhances workplace safety culture
      • Reduces scaffold-related incidents
      • Improves compliance during client or regulatory audits
      • Provides recognized certification accepted by international firms and projects