Title of course: 32 Hour Supported Scaffold Installer/Remover

DOB Course Code: SCA-102

CEUs: 3.2

Language: English

CEU Requirements: 

1. 100% attendance for the course
2. Completion of Continuing Education and Training Registration Form
3. Active participation in all class exercises (determined by course instructor)
4. Completion of required pre-and post-quiz assessment
5. As applicable, achievement of minimum passing score on required end-of-course examination
6. Participation and submittal of end-of-course evaluation form (must provide name on form to receive credit)

Course Description: Instructors will demonstrate safe methods of installation, removal and modification of different types of supported scaffolds using OSHA regulations, DOB standards and good work practice as a guide. Some topics covered during the course will include major scaffold components, importance of proper pre-planning, worker training, and how to read scaffold design drawings. Throughout the course, students will also participate in hands on exercises in which they will build and dismantle supported scaffolds, apply various knots on the rope and demonstrate ability to apply basic rigging techniques.

The instructor will assess students to determine if each student is capable of applying rope knots used to rig scaffold equipment, properly install/maintain fall protection systems, safely build supported scaffold systems and walking/working scaffold platforms and immediately prior to the end of the course, students will independently participate in a multiple choice final exam.

Pre-requisites: There are no prerequisites needed to attend this course. Students must be able to verbally communicate with instructor in primary language of the training.

Training Requirements: As per 3314.4.5.1 of the New York City Building Code, this course is required for workers who install, adjust, repair, maintain, inspect, or remove a supported scaffold that is 40 feet or more in height, including the person supervising such, shall, at a minimum, have completed a department-approved training program or course that is at least 32 hours long and shall complete a department-approved 8-hour refresher program or course every 4 years thereafter.

Audience: Experienced Construction workers, supervisors, and other personnel responsible for construction activities with general knowledge of the New York City Building Codes as it relates to worker and public safety.

Course Duration: 32 Hours of training (not including class breaks)

Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• Recognize supported scaffold related terminology and definitions
• Identify causes of scaffolding accidents and prevention methods
• Discuss differences between New York City Building Code and OSHA scaffolding regulations
• Illustrate hazards related to installation/removing and use of supported scaffolds and how to control them
• Develop a basic knowledge of how to safely use supported scaffold equipment in the classroom environment
• Inspect supported scaffold components using methods learned

Completion Requirements: Students are required to complete 100% of the course and actively participate in all learning activities including hands-on exercises and the final course exam. Students must pass the hands-on and written assessment with a score of 70% or higher to receive a 32 Hour Supported Scaffold Installer/Remover course completion picture ID card. This card is valid for 4 years.

Students who do not pass the written or practical exam will have one opportunity to retake the entire 32-hour course and retake the exam at reduced fee of $200. Students must contact All Eyes on Safety to schedule and pay for the retake class within 6 months following the original class date.

Make-up time is not permitted for this training course. Should students miss any portions of the course, it is the student’s responsibility to contact All Eyes on Safety Training Academy to arrange to attend another scheduled event.