Scaffold Inspector Training
(Lecture)

Purpose:  The purpose of this course of instruction is to provide scaffold users, erectors and inspectors with the regulations, safety guidelines and procedures needed to recognize and eliminate hazards in the field. Satisfactory achievement of the course objectives will assist the student in satisfying the OSHA training requirements as defined in 29 CFR 1926.454.

Terminal Objective: Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the OSHA Standards by the following:

Given:   A set of 100 questions on OSHA regulations and the safe set-up, use and inspection of scaffolds.

You will:  Use the OSHA regulations to answer the question by selecting  the term or phrase that makes each statement valid.

How Well:  Achieve a score of 100% on the Knowledge Check.

Enabling Objectives:  After completion of this class you will be able to perform the following:

1. Specify the General Requirements for Frame, Tube and Clamp, and System Scaffolding.
2. Determine the Specific Safety Rules and Steps Associated with the Erection of Frame Scaffolding.
3. Determine the Specific Safety Rules and Steps Associated with the Erection of Tube and Clamp Scaffolding.
4. Determine the Specific Safety Rules and Steps Associated with the Erection of System Scaffolding.
5. Identify the Major Items to Consider when Performing a Scaffold Inspection.
6. Specify the Major Elements of OSHA Regulation 29 CFR Subpart L – Scaffolding.

Length of Class: 7 hours lecture, written test.