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Scaffolding Safety for General Industry

Operating on the restricted area of a scaffold poses challenges. Falls from such platforms may cause harm that varies from minor bruises and sprains to fatal accidents. Both OSHA and the manufacturer's guidelines mandate that scaffolds be assembled and utilized correctly, necessitating workers to undergo training in scaffolding safety. Our course is designed to familiarize employees with the types of scaffolds often used in general industry facilities for manufacturing and maintenance purposes. The Scaffolding Safety for General Industry course specifically highlights the potential dangers associated with scaffolds and the correct way to utilize them safely.

COURSE OVERVIEW

Operating on the restricted area of a scaffold poses challenges. Falls from such platforms may cause harm that varies from minor bruises and sprains to fatal accidents. According to OSHA and the manufacturer's guidelines, scaffolds must be assembled and utilized correctly, necessitating workers to undergo training in scaffolding safety.

Our 'Scaffolding Safety for General Industry' course is designed to familiarize employees with the types of scaffolds often used in general industry facilities for manufacturing and maintenance purposes. The course specifically highlights the potential dangers associated with scaffolds and the correct way to utilize them safely.

COURSE TOPICS

Types of Scaffolds
Supported Scaffolds (Tube & Coupler, Frame or Fabricated Frame
Suspended Scaffolds (Two Point Adjustable)
Scissor Lifts
Load Limitations
Structural Integrity
OSHA Training Requirements
Potential Dangers & Common Hazards
Fall Protection Requirements
Access Requirements
Reporting Problems

Upon completion of the 'Scaffolding Safety for General Industry' course, participants will be able to:

Recognize the various types of scaffolds utilized in general industry (including suspended and supported scaffolds)
Identify potential hazards linked with scaffolds
Enumerate key safety precautions when working on a scaffold

ONLINE COURSE DURATION

Approximately 30 minutes

PASS MARK

This online course includes testing designed to reinforce the knowledge acquired. A score of 80% must be obtained to receive a completion certificate. Participants have the opportunity to retake the course twice if they do not achieve the pass mark on the first attempt.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available for download and print.

COURSE PREVIEW