The SCSA remains the trusted safety partner of the Saskatchewan construction industry since 1995. Experienced SCSA instructors deliver construction safety training either in person or online. Courses are interactive with discussions, questions and group activities. Learners receive digital manuals and resources from course materials developed by industry professionals.

Member pricing for instructor led courses is $50 per day. All courses conclude with a digital/printable certificate and access to permanent training records through epassport.

General Scaffold Safety Training

 
 
 

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Description

This one-day, in-person course is designed for those working on or around scaffolding and supervisors overseeing this type of work. While this course does not certify participants to build scaffold systems, it is imperative that workers are familiar with the proper setup and hazards associated with working on and around scaffold systems.

Through practical learning, participants become familiar with the different types of scaffold systems, their components and how to properly inspect scaffolding.

 

Course Focus

  • Recognize the different types of scaffold systems and their intended use

  • Describe the various components of scaffolding

  • Understand proper erection of scaffold in accordance with Saskatchewan OHS Regulations

  • Identify common hazards related to scaffold work

  • Discuss the proper inspection of scaffolding

  • References CSA standards

   

Course Length:

1 Day (8 hours)

 

Certification

Certificate has a 3-year expiry


Online Requirements

  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

    • Hard Hat
    • Safety Glasses
    • Steel Toe Boots
    • Safety Gloves

If you do not have the required PPE, please plan to access the listed items before attending this training.

Prerequisites

  • None

   

CEU Credits

Course hours can be used towards the Gold Seal Certification application for credits. Note: every 3 hours of learning equals 1 Gold Seal credit.

This course may be eligible for BCRSP CPD points through the Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals and Continuing Education Units through the Sask Operator Certification Board.

 

NOTE: This course is scheduled seasonally. To request another date, email scsatraining@scsaonline.ca or call a Training Coordinator at 1.800.817.2079