32-Hour Suspended Scaffold Supervisor
Description:
The 32-Hour Suspended Scaffold Supervisor (SCA-301) course is an intensive training program designed for individuals who are responsible for supervising and overseeing the use of suspended scaffolds in the construction industry. This course focuses specifically on the roles and responsibilities of a suspended scaffold supervisor, emphasizing the knowledge and skills necessary to ensure safe and compliant scaffold operations.
During the course, participants will learn about the various types of suspended scaffolds, their components, and their applications. They will gain a deep understanding of scaffold safety regulations, standards, and guidelines, including OSHA requirements, to ensure compliance and promote a safe work environment.
The training will cover topics such as scaffold hazard recognition, risk assessment, fall protection measures, scaffold assembly and dismantling procedures, platform requirements, load capacities, emergency response procedures, and effective communication and coordination. Additionally, the instructor will assess students on applying rope knots, terminating wire rope, building a block and tackle system, and operating a scaffold hoist motor.
The 32-Hour Suspended Scaffold Supervisor course is suitable for individuals with supervisory roles, such as site supervisors, construction managers, safety coordinators, and others responsible for overseeing suspended scaffold activities. By completing this course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to ensure the safe and efficient use of suspended scaffolds, minimize risks, and maintain a culture of safety on construction sites.
Language: English.
Duration: 32 Hours
Course Code: SCA-301
Delivery Requirements:
• Hands-On: the instruction must be delivered onsite and in person. The students must physically handle the items. The procedure being instructed must be demonstrated and explained to the students first.
• Demonstration: the demonstration may be delivered either by a person or a video. Video Demonstrations may be delivered by virtual live classroom however, self study modules are not permissible.
• Classroom Lecture/ Discussion w A/V: the instruction may be delivered by virtual live classroom; however, self-study modules are not permissible.
Learning Objectives:
- Comprehensive Understanding of Suspended Scaffolds: Participants will gain a thorough understanding of the various types of suspended scaffolds, their components, and their applications in the construction industry.
- Scaffold Safety Regulations and Standards: Learners will familiarize themselves with relevant scaffold safety regulations, standards, and guidelines, including OSHA requirements, ensuring compliance and promoting a safe work environment. Learners will also outline differences between OSHA and NYC DOB scaffold regulations and their sources.
- Hazard Recognition and Risk Assessment: Participants will develop the skills to identify potential hazards associated with suspended scaffolds, assess risks, and implement appropriate control measures to mitigate those risks.
- Effective Fall Protection Measures: The course aims to reinforce knowledge and skills related to fall protection on suspended scaffolds, including the proper use of personal fall arrest systems (PFAS), harnesses, lifelines, and tie-off techniques.
- Scaffold Assembly and Dismantling Procedures: Participants will learn about proper procedures for scaffold assembly and dismantling, including selecting components, rigging techniques, securing methods, and safe work practices.
- Platform Requirements and Load Capacities: The course will cover platform requirements for suspended scaffolds, including proper placement, securing, and maintaining load capacities for safe operations. Additionally, trainees will learn to apply rope knots, terminate wire rope, build a block and tackle system, and operate a scaffold hoist motor.
- Emergency Response Procedures: Learners will understand the importance of emergency response procedures specific to suspended scaffolds, including evacuation plans, rescue techniques, and effective communication during emergencies.
- Communication and Coordination: Participants will develop effective communication and coordination skills as a suspended scaffold supervisor, ensuring clear instructions, information dissemination, and coordination among workers.
- Responsibilities of a Suspended Scaffold Supervisor: The course will cover the specific responsibilities of a suspended scaffold supervisor, including conducting inspections, overseeing scaffold operations, addressing worker safety concerns, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Requirements
- There are no prerequisites needed to attend this course, however, it is recommended that students have some experience in rigging operations and supervision of or use of suspended scaffold systems.
- As per 3314.4.5.3 of the 2014 NYC Construction Codes, this course is required by the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) to supervise suspended scaffold projects on construction sites in New York City.
- Under the 2022 NYC DOB Building Codes, this training is now one of two required courses for applicants for a NYC DOB Special Rigger license. Special Rigger license applicants, as mandated by 28-404.3.2 of the NYC Administrative Code, must successfully complete this training and the 16-Hour Special Rigger Training Coursewithin one year prior to application submittal. The courses can be taken in the sequence of your choosing.
Features
- CEUs: 3.2
- CEU Requirements: 100% attendance for the course.
- Completion of IACET Registration Form
- Active participation in all class exercises
- As applicable, achievement of minimum passing score on required end-of-course examination
- Participation and submittal of end-of-course evaluation form
Target audiences
- Experienced workers with at least one year of practical experience in hoisting and rigging and whose roles require supervision of suspended scaffold projects. This training is also beneficial for safety managers, superintendents, and individuals planning to apply for the New York City Master or Special Rigger’s license.