5.1 EOSH UK - Award in Scaffolding Safety Awareness.

Participants in the Level 2 Award in Basic Scaffolding Safety gain fundamental knowledge and abilities pertaining to scaffolding safety. Anyone working in construction, maintenance, or any other business that uses scaffolding can benefit from this training. The fundamentals of safe scaffolding procedures, such as scaffold erection, inspection, maintenance, and disassembly, will be covered for participants.

• Introduction to Scaffolding Safety

• Roles and Responsibilities in Scaffolding Operations

• Types of Scaffolding and their Uses

• Scaffold Components and Terminology

• Scaffold Erection and Dismantling Procedures

• Scaffolding Stability and Load Capacity

• Fall Protection Systems in Scaffolding

• Electrical Safety in Scaffolding

• Hazards Identification and Risk Assessment

• Emergency Procedures and Response

This qualification is evaluated using assessments and Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs). To receive it, the learner must pass both tests with a certain percentage.

The qualification has a recommended course duration of 3 days.