Scaffolding Awareness (OSHA)
Learn the basics of scaffold components, hazards, PPE, access requirements, roles and responsibilities, scaffold tagging, and inspection awareness in accordance with OSHA-related guidance.
Overview
The aim of this course is to give you an awareness of scaffolding components and procedures. You will learn about the basic tools used to construct scaffolds, the personal protective equipment required, the roles and responsibilities associated with scaffolding work, and the importance of inspections.
Who is it For
This course is suitable for employees, contractors, supervisors, and others who work around scaffolding or require awareness of OSHA-related scaffold safety requirements.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the course, learners will be able to:
- Describe what a scaffold is and why it is used
- Define the key terms used in the construction of scaffolds
- Recognize the basic components of a scaffold
- Describe the key elements of a scaffold
- Identify the different types of scaffolding structures
- List the basic tools used in the construction of a scaffold
- List the requirements for access to scaffolds
- Identify hazards associated with the use of scaffolding
- Describe the PPE requirements for scaffolding
- Identify the responsibilities of key personnel involved with scaffolding
- Describe the use of the scafftags system
- Describe the importance of scaffold inspections
Course Content
The course includes topics such as:
- Purpose and use of scaffolds
- Scaffold terms and components
- Types of scaffold structures
- Tools used in scaffold construction
- Access requirements
- Scaffold hazards and controls
- PPE requirements
- Key personnel responsibilities
- Scafftag systems and inspections
Assessment
Learners are assessed through knowledge checks and assessment questions during the course. The course includes 5 questions.
Certificate
Successful completion of the course will result in a certificate of completion issued by RelyOn.
OSHA-Aligned eLearning
This course is developed by RelyOn and aligned with relevant OSHA requirements and guidance. OSHA does not approve, accredit, certify, or endorse individual training providers or courses. This training is intended to support awareness and understanding of workplace safety requirements related to OSHA.