Scaffolding Hazards & Safety Precautions

This DIXONTECH course provides a comprehensive understanding of Scaffolding Hazards and Safety Precautions, focusing on the safe design, erection, use, inspection, and dismantling of scaffolding systems. Participants will learn to identify potential hazards, apply risk control measures, and comply with international standards such as OSHA, ISO 45001, and BS EN 12811. The training emphasizes both technical and procedural safety requirements to ensure safe working conditions at height.

TRAINING TOPICS

• Fundamentals of Scaffolding Safety
• Scaffold Design, Load Capacity, and Stability
• Risk Identification and Hazard Control
• Safe Use, Inspection, and Maintenance Practices
• Legal Requirements and International Standards

BY THE END OF THIS TRAINING COURSE, DELEGATES WILL BE ABLE TO:

• Identify hazards associated with scaffolding activities
• Apply proper erection and dismantling procedures
• Conduct safety inspections and risk assessments
• Implement controls to prevent falls and collapses
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and legislation
• Promote safe behavior and awareness at work sites
• Develop scaffolding safety checklists and procedures

TRAINING IS TAILORED TO:

• Construction Supervisors and Site Engineers
• Health, Safety, and Environment Officers
• Maintenance and Operations Managers
• Scaffolding Inspectors and Erectors
• Contractors and Project Managers
• Risk and Compliance Professionals
• Safety Trainers and Coordinators

TRAINING METHODOLOGY:

The DIXONTECH methodology integrates practical demonstrations, real-site case studies, group workshops, and multimedia instruction. Participants will engage in scaffold hazard identification exercises, risk evaluation simulations, and safety audit practices. The training is designed to build technical competence and strengthen safety culture in scaffold-related operations.

DAY 1:

INTRODUCTION TO SCAFFOLDING SAFETY

• Overview of scaffolding systems and classifications
• Purpose and importance of scaffolding safety
• Common scaffolding-related accidents and causes
• Key terminology and safety components
• Understanding legal obligations and standards
• Scaffolding design requirements overview
• The role of supervision in safe scaffold management

DAY 2:

SCAFFOLD DESIGN, ERECTION, AND LOAD CAPACITY

• Types of scaffolds and their applications
• Load-bearing capacity and weight limitations
• Structural stability and safe configurations
• Erection and dismantling sequence best practices
• Wind loads, weather impacts, and stability measures
• Bracing, ties, and support systems design
• Competent person requirements for scaffold assembly

DAY 3:

HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND RISK MANAGEMENT

• Recognizing key hazards in scaffold operations
• Fall hazards, falling objects, and collapses
• Electrical and environmental risk factors
• Control measures and hierarchy of protection
• Use of PPE and fall arrest systems
• Scaffold inspection frequency and procedures
• Documentation and reporting of hazards

DAY 4:

SAFE USE AND INSPECTION PRACTICES

• Access, egress, and platform safety standards
• Guardrails, toe boards, and decking safety
• Working near power lines and open edges
• Scaffold inspection techniques and checklists
• Maintenance and repair procedures
• Reporting unsafe conditions and near misses
• Emergency procedures and rescue planning

DAY 5:

COMPLIANCE, AUDITING, AND CONTINUAL IMPROVEMENT

• OSHA, ISO, and British Standards compliance overview
• Scaffold tagging and inspection documentation systems
• Internal audit and verification techniques
• Supervisor and worker training requirements
• Developing a scaffolding safety management plan
• Promoting continuous safety awareness and culture
• Final workshop: site audit and improvement plan presentation