CISRS Basic Scaffolder Part 1

Training course for candidates who have gained a minimum of 6 months experience within the scaffolding industry.

On completion of the course delegates will be able to:

• Have an understanding of the statutory regulations
• Have the knowledge and skill to be able to safely erect, as a member of a team, the various scaffold structures listed in the course content
• Work towards gaining a CISRS trainee card and an NVQ Level 2

Full Details

Course content

• Independent Tied Scaffold
• Putlog Scaffold
• Birdcage Scaffold
• Static Tower
• Mobile Tower
• Hoist Tower
• Proprietary Systems
• Getting the knowledge and skill to be able to safely dismantle the scaffolds in their correct sequence, as a member of a team.

Training method

A highly participative course, with practical sessions to compliment the classroom theory session.

Delegates attending this card will achieve a trainee card. To progress their training, delegates will need to return after 6 months and attend a ten day Basic Part 2 Course.
Six months later delegates will need to attend a one-day assessment.

This training along with their completed and signed off NVQ level 2 portfolio will ultimately gain them a basic scaffolders card.

Safety equipment

All delegates should have available & bring with them the following safety equipment.

• Safety shoes / boots
• Gloves
• Hardhat
• Overalls/work clothes
• Tool belt & Frogs
• Harness
• Scaffold Spanner
• Level
• Tape Measure
• 2 Passport photos

Books Provided

• User Guide to SG4:05
• NASC Trainee Guidance Notes

Certification

The delegate who successfully completes this course will recieve an accredited CISRS certificate and a CISRS trainee card.

Note

This course meets the criteria for CITB grants. CITB registered companies will be able to claim £26.00 per person per day for this course.

The UTN administration section will give full support for the application of this grant plus advise for health and safety touch screen tests.