Level 3 Award in Scaffolding Inspection

• Legislation and Scaffolding Standards
• Types of Scaffolding Structures
• Scaffold Components and Functions
• Scaffold Erection and Dismantling Procedures
• Scaffold Load-Bearing and Stability
• Inspection of Scaffold Ties and Bracing
• Identifying Scaffolding Hazards and Defects
• Scaffold Risk Assessment and Safe Practices
• Tagging and Scaffold Inspection Records
• Reporting and Documentation Procedures

Benefits of the Course

Target Audience

The Level 3 Award in Scaffolding Inspection is suitable for:

• Site Supervisors and Managers: Individuals responsible for overseeing scaffolding operations on construction sites.
• Health and Safety Officers: Safety professionals involved in ensuring scaffolding safety.
• Scaffolding Inspectors: Those who inspect scaffolding structures to ensure compliance and safety.
• Construction Workers: Workers with experience in scaffolding who wish to formalize their skills and take on inspection responsibilities.
• Scaffolding Contractors: Individuals or contractors who erect scaffolding and want to ensure it meets inspection standards.

• Improved Competence and Confidence: Learners gain the skills to carry out scaffolding inspections confidently and competently.
• Compliance with Legal Standards: The course provides knowledge of relevant laws and standards, ensuring scaffolds comply with legal requirements.
• Enhanced Safety: Reduces the risk of accidents and injuries by ensuring scaffolding is safe for use.
• Professional Development: Provides a recognized qualification that enhances career opportunities in health and safety, construction supervision, and site management.
• Cost Efficiency: Helps reduce costs related to scaffold failures, accidents, and legal liabilities by ensuring high inspection standards.

The assessment process typically includes:

• Written Examination:
  • Learners complete a written exam that tests their theoretical understanding of scaffolding inspection standards, procedures, and relevant legislation.
  • Multiple-choice questions or short-answer questions may be included, focusing on identifying hazards, understanding safe working practices, and complying with regulations.
• Practical Assessment:
  • Learners are assessed on their ability to inspect scaffolding structures on-site.
  • This may involve performing an inspection of a scaffold, identifying defects or non-compliance, and completing an inspection report.
  • The practical exam will test the learner’s knowledge of scaffold components, stability, load-bearing capacities, and tagging procedures.
• Portfolio of Evidence:
  • In some courses, learners are required to compile a portfolio of evidence demonstrating their ability to conduct and document scaffolding inspections over a period of time.