MSC 3853 - Scaffolding Safety for the Competent Person

This two-day course is designed for personnel who may be designated as the Competent Person by their employer for typical construction-related scaffolding operations and is also recommended for any construction, maintenance, or supervisory personnel involved in scaffolding operations.

Topics include:

• typical construction exposure and applications;
• a review of the different types of scaffolds in the OSHA regulations, including A-frame, mast climbing, and system-type scaffolds;
• detailed coverage of the OSHA scaffold regulations;
• general hazards of use, and
• standard operating procedures.

This course satisfies the requirements of OSHA and USACE 385-1-1. Upon successful completion of the course, the student will receive a certificate of achievement.

Hours: 16.00