Erect, use and dismantle access equipment for construction work
DESCRIPTION
Unit Standard (SAQA Reg. No 261664)
Scaffolding performs several important functions during the construction process. It provides a temporary working platform to enable work to be performed at a height. It is also used to protect persons working at a height from falling or to protect persons working below from falling objects.
Falling from a height is the most common cause of accidental death and serious injury in the construction industry. Scaffolding which is adequately erected and maintained can prevent many such accidents.
Successful candidates credited with this unit standard are able to:
- Erect and dismantle a system scaffold with ladder access.
- Erect and dismantle a trestle scaffold.
- Erect and dismantle an extension ladder.
- Make use of a step ladder.
COURSE DURATION: 2 Days
NQF LEVEL: 3
CREDITS: 6
Quality Assured Partner: Construction Education And Training Authority
Description
The skills, values and knowledge reflected in this course are required by people in the field of building and civil construction. Learners should be able to perform duties in installing access equipment for construction work effectively and safely.
System Scaffold
Introduction
- Scaffolding Hazards
- Definitions
- Safe Erection And Dismantling
- Safety Of Scaffolders
- Safety Of Other Workers and Persons
- Incomplete Scaffolding
- Materials
- Stability
- Adjacent Excavations and Underground Services
- Blocks, Bricks and Other Material
- Access To The Scaffold
- Erection On Public Streets
- Through Access
- Adjacent Parking Or Traffic
- Inspection And Hand-Over
Safety Regulations
System Scaffolding
- Components Used In System Scaffolding.
- Types Of Systems
- Components Of The Cuplok system
- Connecting The System
- Dismantling System Scaffold
Other Scaffolding Systems
- Putlock Scaffold
- Scaffolding Towers
- Birdcage Scaffold
- Tubular Steel System Scaffolding
- Tubular Steel Independent Tied Scaffold
- Ledgers:
- Transoms:
Inspection of the Scaffolding Structure
Trestle Scaffold
Safety Regulations For Trestle Scaffolding.
Erect And Dismantle Trestle Scaffolding
- Steel Trestles
- Steps To Erect Trestle Scaffolding
Dismantle Trestle Scaffolding.
Extension Ladder
Safety Regulations, Erection And Use Of Ladders
- Extracts From The General Safety Regulations
Guidelines To Select A Ladder
- Wooden Ladders
- Length And Type Of Extension Ladders
Guidelines To Free An Area Of Obstructions
Safety When Using Extension Ladders
Setting-Up An Extension Ladder
- How To Erect A Ladder Without Help
- Ascending And Descending A Ladder
- Mounting A Ladder While Carrying Equipment
General Information Regarding Ladders
- Ladder Inspection
- Storing Ladders
- Tip For Painting On A Ladder
Using Step Ladders
- Setting Up A Step Ladder
- Procedure To Ascend (Climb) And Descend Stepladders
Safety For Step Ladders
Taking Care Of Step Ladders
- Storing A Step Ladder
Entry Level Requirements Into This Programme?
- Certified copy of his/her ID document
- Highest School certificate or Skills certificate equivalent NQF Level 2
- Be medically fit and in possession of a medical certificate, declaring him/her free from a condition that may prevent him/her from working safely at heights.
Learning Assumed To Be In Place And Recognition Of Prior Learning:
- Communication at NQF Level 2 or equivalent
- Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 2 or equivalent
Target Audience
All employees, Managers, Supervisors and safety practitioners who want to understand better the requirements of how to Erect, use and dismantle access equipment in the construction workplace.
