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There are three categories of training. First, there is Scaffold Hazard Awareness Training, developed for those workers who work on, but do not erect scaffolds. Second, there is Primary Access Training developed for those workers who erect scaffolds that do not exceed the height to base ratio for their jurisdiction. The third type of training is for those professional scaffolders who erect and dismantle all forms of scaffolds in various configurations for others to use.

Scaffolding - User Hazard Awareness
Designed to help the scaffold user recognize the hazards on various types of scaffold. This workshop incorporates a Power Point/slide presentation that encourages student participation. This course is not designed for workers that erect scaffolds but is for those workers that need to use scaffolds during the course of their work.

Scaffold - Primary Access Training
Intended for workers who use various scaffolds. Content includes: hand tools and personal protective equipment, platforms and platform materials, frame scaffolds, tube-and-coupler scaffolds, system scaffolds, foundation requirements, Occupational Health and Safety requirements, erection of a scaffold that does not exceed the height to base ratio. Includes Scaffold Industry Association (SIA) Certification for Frame, Tube-and-Coupler or System Scaffolds.

Fee: $TBA (GST Included) 24 Hours or 16 Hours self-study
$TBA Challenge Exam &8 Hour Workshop

Scaffold Erection Level 1 (Basic)
The first of three courses for professional scaffold erectors. Content includes: the development of scaffolding, role of the scaffolder, mathematics, basic drawing tools, scaffold materials, describe frame scaffolds, describe tube and coupler scaffolds, describe system scaffolds, scaffold erection, and safety. Includes Scaffold industry Association (SIA) Certification for Frame, Tube-and-Coupler or System Scaffolds.

Fee: $TBA (GST Included) 60 Hours self-study
$TBA Challenge Exam & 16 Hour workshop

Scaffold Erection Level 2 (Intermediate)
Prerequisite: Scaffold Erection Level 1 (Basic)
The second course in a three course series for scaffold erection. Content includes: scaffold loads, blueprint reading, sketch scaffold details, lifting equipment, hand signals, rolling scaffolds, scaffolds with outriggers, bleachers, bridges, cantilevers, hanging scaffolds, enclosed scaffolds, ties, shoring, and fall arrest systems. Includes Scaffold Industry Association (SIA) Certification for Frame, Tube-and-Coupler or System Scaffolds.

Fee: $TBA (GST Included) 60 Hours self-study
$TBA Challenge Exam & 16 Hour workshop

Scaffold Erection Level 3 (Specialty)
Prerequisite: Scaffold Erection Level 2 (Intermediate)
The last course in a three course series this course covers advanced scaffolding topics for the scaffold foreman or supervisor: Prepare scaffold drawings, analyze job requirements, putlog scaffolds, estimate materials, suspended scaffolds, swing stage scaffolds, stages, analyze enclosed scaffolds, and wind loads. Includes Scaffold Industry Association (SIA) Certification for Frame, Tube-and-Coupler or System Scaffolds.

Scaffolding - Challenge Option
Scaffolders with work experience in the erection and dismantling of scaffold may choose to enter the Challenge Program which tests their overall knowledge, and with a passing mark receive their SIA Training Program Scaffolder Card and Certificate for Level I and Level 2. Students choosing this option will be required to submit a verified work history form. This option consists of a pretest to evaluate the level of knowledge and determine any areas of weakness. If any deficiencies are found, those areas are reinforced with training. The final test is then administered, testing all aspects of knowledge required. 70% is required to pass. The challenge exam option is available for a limited time.

SCAFFOLDER, LEVEL 1 – System Scaffolds
Prerequisite for this course: None
Module Sequence
A-2     Orientation
A-3     The Development of Scaffolding
D-1     Identify Scaffolder Hand Tools
K-1     Identify System Scaffolds
K-2     Identify Typical Uses of System Scaffolds
P-1     Identify Elevating Work Platforms
P-2     Describe Typical Uses of Elevating Work Platforms
B-1     Introduction to Applied Mathematics
H-1     Identify Scaffolds Used for Access
H-2     Describe Typical Uses for Access Scaffolds
B-2     Metric System
B-3     Imperial System (Inch/Pound System)
K-3     Identify Specialty Uses of System Scaffolds
V-1     General Safety Practices

A-4     Review of the Scaffold Industry
A-5     Identify the Role of a Scaffolder
U-1     Review OHS Regulations and Identify CSA Standards
U-2     Review WHMIS
F-1     Identify Platforms and Platform Materials
F-2     Select and Use Platform Materials
B-4     Lineal Measure
B-5     Area Measure
B-6     Volume Measure
C-1     Produce Multiview Sketches
C-2     Produce Isometric Sketches
F-4     Describe Platform Guardrail Systems
S-1     Identify Foundation Requirements
K-4     Describe System Scaffold Tower Erection
K-5*   Erect a System Scaffold Tower (Practical Test)

C-3     Read Blueprints
C-4     Interpret Blueprints for Scaffolds
D-2     Scaffolder’s Power Tools
E-1     Organize Correct Sequencing of Material
S-2     Site Preparation
H-3     Describe Ladders
U-3     Review HAZCOM
U-4     Identify US Regulations, Codes and Standards
V-2     Employ Manual Lifting
V-3     Identify Personal Protective Equipment
T-1     Describe Ties
T-2     Select Typical Ties for Standard Scaffolds
K-6     Describe Erection of a System Scaffold Run
K-7*   Erect a System Scaffold Run (Practical Test)

SCAFFOLDER, LEVEL 2 – System Scaffolds
Prerequisite for this course: Level 1 – System
Module Sequence
B-7     Apply Percentages
B-8     Apply Ratio and Proportion
D-3     Explosive Actuated Tools
C-5     Sketch Scaffold Details
L-1      Identify Wood Scaffold Systems
G-1     Describe Wire Rope
G-2     Describe Chains
G-3     Describe Fiber Ropes
G-4     Use Ropes and Tie Knots
V-4     Describe Fall Arrest Systems
Q-1     Identify Debris Chutes
K-8     Describe Area System Scaffold Erection
K-9*    Erect an Area System Scaffold (Practical Test)

B-9     Understand the Concept of Loads
F-3      Describe the Inspection and Storage of Platform Materials
G-5     Identify Rigging Hardware
G-6     Identify Lifting Equipment
G-7     Describe Slings
G-8     International Hand Signals
W-1     Identify Shoring
Q-2     Identify Scaffold Bridges
Q-3     Identify Scaffold Buttresses
Q-4     Identify Cantilevered Scaffolds
R-1     Describe Enclosed Scaffolds
K-10    Describe Erection of a Rolling System Scaffold
K-11*  Erect a Rolling System Scaffold (Practical Test)
Supervised Test #2 (worth 60% of final rating)

COURSE OUTLINE
SCAFFOLDER, Frame Endorsement
Prerequisite for this course: Level 1 & 2 System Scaffolds
Module Sequence
I-1       Identify Frame Scaffolds
I-2       Identify Typical Uses for Frame Scaffolds
I-3       Identify How Frame Scaffold Towers Are Erected
I-4*     Erect a Four-Lift Tower Frame Scaffold (Practical Test)
I-5       Identify How Rolling Tower Frame Scaffolds Are Erected
I-6*     Erect a Rolling Tower Scaffold (Practical Test)
I-7       Describe Tower Frame Scaffold Erection
I-8*     Erect a Tower Scaffold (Practical Test)
I-9       Identify Specialty Uses for Frame Scaffolds
I-10     Describe Platform Frame Scaffold Erection
I-11     Erect a Platform Frame Scaffold (Practical Test)
I-12     Describe Rolling Frame Scaffold Erection
I-13*    Erect a Rolling Frame Scaffold With Outriggers (Practical Test)

COURSE OUTLINE
SCAFFOLDER, Tube-and-Coupler Endorsement
Prerequisite for this course: Level 1 & 2 System Scaffolds
Module Sequence
J-1     Identify Tube-and-Coupler Scaffolds
J-2     Identify Typical Uses of Tube-and-Coupler Scaffolds
J-3     Identify Specialty Uses of Tube-and-Coupler Scaffolds
J-4     Describe Tower Tube-and-Coupler Erection
J-5*   Erect a Tower Tube-and-Coupler Scaffold (Practical Test)
J-6     Describe Independent Tube-and-Coupler Scaffold Erection
J-7*   Erect an Independent Tube-and-Coupler Scaffold (Practical Test)
J-8     Describe Platform Tube-and-Coupler Scaffold Erection
J-9*   Erect a Platform Tube-and-Coupler Scaffold (Practical Test)
J-10   Describe Rolling Tube-and-Coupler Scaffold Erection
J-11* Erect a Rolling Tube-and-Coupler Scaffold (Practical Test)

The Program Profile has been developed through a detailed analysis process by selected knowledgeable people in the scaffold industry. The process began by identifying what a fully competent scaffolder would have to do in the industry. This is what you see on the left side of the Profile, and are identified by the letters of the alphabet. Each of these general competencies are followed by individual boxes to the right which are the specific competencies required to actually display competence. These are in fact individual modules or learning packages.

Modules are small bite-size topics in which a learner is directed to study selected content material and then display some form of competence either through a written test or through a practical hands-on activity. Every module must be achieved at a high level in order for the learner to progress.

The modules in this band deal with, first, how to use the computer system for accessing testing (if the training institution has that ability), and second how to use each module most effectively. After this there are three additional modules that orientate the learner to the scaffold industry. Contained in these modules are such objectives as the evolution of scaffolding, development of the Scaffold Industry Association and a description of a scaffolder. These are all Basic level modules.

The first eight modules in this band are at the Basic level and lead the learner through a review of the math concepts that are typical at about a grade nine (or lower) level. The kinds of skills included here are such objectives as using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division in various circumstances. The Metric system along with the Imperial system of measurement are covered where lengths, capacity and mass are dealt with in different typical ways. Perimeters, areas and volumes are also included in the competencies in this band. In the seventh module percentages are dealt with in such a way as to lead learners to be able to write percent numbers and calculate percentages in different ways. The eighth module deals with ratios and proportions where comparisons are made as well as determining methods of calculating mechanical advantages for pulleys and levers.

The ninth module in this series is at the Intermediate level and requires learners to be competent in the first eight modules. The objectives in this module lead the learner into understanding the concept of loads as they are placed on scaffolds and to be able to distinguish between actual and allowable loads.

The first two modules in this band are at the Basic level and are intended to have the learner produce both multiview (orthographic) and isometric (pictorial) sketches. Included in these modules are accepted standards, proportional concepts and specific terms used for this form of communication.

The next three modules are at the Intermediate level. How to read blueprints of buildings and how to find the specific information that a scaffolder is expected to find is found in module three. In module four, the learner will be expected to identify scaffold components, how they are shown on a scaffold blueprint, how these components are arranged when combined, and how to interpret safety requirements. The fifth module leads the learner to the point of being able to identify the importance of details, how to sketch those details and include safety factors.

The modules in this band are at the Basic level. Both hand and power tools are discussed where learners will be able to identify the tools a scaffolder is expected to use. In addition, a detailed set of objectives deals with explosive actuated tools where low velocity tools are identified as well as how they are safely used and for what purposes. Also, the different types of fasteners are identified and a description of where they can be used is given. The overall concept in this module is safety, not only for the operator but also for other workers.

There is only one module in this band at the Basic level. It deals with organizing the correct sequencing of scaffold equipment on a job site and includes such things as ordering, delivery and inspection.

There are four Basic level modules in this band. Module one is intended to give the learner sufficient skill in identifying common materials used to construct platforms in different configurations. Module two brings the learner to the point of being able to select and use the platform materials in the most effective and safe way. The third module deals with the inspection and storage of platform materials such that they will not be damaged and will be ready for the next job. The last module in this band identifies the rules, regulations and requirements of guardrail systems.

The first six modules in this band are at the Basic level. Wire ropes, chains and fibre ropes are thoroughly discussed with concepts of construction, characteristics, safe working load and breaking strength along with an accepted factor of safety, inspection and maintenance are discussed. Module four requires the learner to actually tie thirteen basic rope knots. In the fifth Module, learners are expected to be able to identify rigging hardware such as end fittings, hooks, shackles, rings, links, eye clamps, binders, turnbuckles, spreader beams, sheaves and blocks. In the sixth module learners are expected to be able to identify cranes and their intended uses, small hoisting and winding devices as well as describing job site precautions when hoisting scaffold material.

The next two modules in this band are at the Intermediate level and bring each learner to the point of being able to identify typical slings and hitches used for rigging and hoisting, the effects of sling angles and selecting the best way of hoisting material. As well, recognized hand signals are identified and each learner is expected to demonstrate thirteen of these.

Three modules in this band are at the Basic level and deal with the ways in which scaffolds are used for access to work areas. The different types of scaffolds are identified, work categories are discussed, different uses for scaffolds are described and the rules, regulations, recommendations, guidelines and the SIA Code of Safe Practice that apply to scaffolds are brought forward. Ladders are also described in sufficient detail to allow the learner to be able to identify requirements of ladders, describe how they are to be used and to be aware of the various regulations that apply.

There are eight Basic level modules in this band that deal with aspects of erecting various configurations of Frame scaffolds. The basic components, compatibility among different systems and safety aspects are addressed in the first module. The second module describes to the learner typical uses for Frame scaffolds. The remaining six modules go into the basic assembly procedures for tower, rolling tower and multi-bay Frame scaffolds. In addition the learner is directed to erect and dismantle each of these configurations as a test of their competence. The Code of Safe Practices as published by the SIA is thoroughly discussed.

The additional five Intermediate level modules continues to lead the learner into other configurations that includes specialty uses for Frame scaffolds, how to erect multi-bay large platform scaffolds and rolling scaffolds with expanded bases. There are two practical modules in this section where learners are expected to erect and dismantle these two types of scaffolds in a safe and proper way as a demonstration of competence.

The first five modules in this band are at the Basic level. The first module deals with a general description of Tube & Coupler scaffolds, the identification of the different types of tubes used, the different types of connections and the components necessary for the erection of a scaffold. The second module discusses typical uses for Tube & Coupler scaffolds, how components can be used with other scaffold types and the nominal dimensions of these scaffolds. Specialty Tube & Coupler scaffolds are discussed in the third module which includes circular, enclosed and hanging scaffolds. The fourth module describes how tower Tube and Coupler scaffolds are to be erected and dismantled while at the same time providing an interpretation of safety regulations. The fifth module requires the learner to erect and dismantle a tower Tube & Coupler scaffold to demonstrate competence.

The next six modules are at the Intermediate level. The sixth, eighth and tenth modules explain how to erect and dismantle independent, platform and rolling Tube & Coupler scaffolds where step by step instructions are given along with safe practices to be observed. The seventh, ninth and eleventh modules direct learners to erect and dismantle these scaffold configurations in a safe and proper manner.

The first five modules in this band are at the Basic level. The first module deals with a general description of System scaffolds, identification of the different styles of connections and the basic parts. The second module discusses typical uses for System scaffolds and the nominal dimensions of these scaffolds. Specialty System scaffolds are discussed in the third module which includes circular, cantilevered, enclosed and hanging scaffolds are described. The fourth module describes how tower System scaffolds are to be erected and dismantled while at the same time providing an interpretation of safety regulations. The fifth module requires the learner to erect and dismantle a tower System scaffold to demonstrate competence.

The next six modules are at the Intermediate level. The sixth, eighth and tenth modules explain how to erect and dismantle independent runs, an area scaffold and rolling System scaffolds where step by step instructions are given along with safe practices to be observed. The seventh, ninth and eleventh modules direct learners to erect and dismantle these scaffold configurations in a safe and proper manner as a display of competence.

This band has only one module and it is at the Basic level where wood scaffolds are identified. Such objectives as being able to identify wood scaffold systems and how they are used is dealt with in a very light way. The intention here is to inform rather than go into detail.

The two Basic level modules in this band deal with the identification and a general description of elevating work platforms. The different types, typical uses and the jobs in which they are used is discussed. The overall objective here is to introduce the learner to an awareness of this type of scaffold.

Only one module in this band is at the Basic level and it deals with the identification of debris chutes as they are used with scaffolds. In this case, the different types and their parts is discussed as well as how they should be installed on scaffolds.

The next four modules are at the Intermediate level. Module two describes the different types of scaffold bridge components and how they are used. Module three identifies the different types of buttress components and their use with scaffolds. Module four gets into cantilevered scaffolds, their different types, components used and the use of outriggers.

Only one Intermediate level module is in this band and deals with the different styles of enclosures, their application and purpose. In this module the learner is made aware of the additional load that is applied to a scaffold as a result of enclosing it and the necessary precautions necessary for the safety of the scaffold and the workers on it.

There are two Basic level modules in this band which deal with the requirements of scaffold foundations as well as how to prepare a scaffold site. Objectives that are discussed include the kinds of things that make for a good foundation as well as those things to avoid. In addition, site preparation includes the necessary steps to take to prepare a safe and stable site for the erection of a scaffold.

The first module in this band is at the Basic level and deals with identifying the purpose of ties, components and location of ties as well as understanding the limitations of them.

The second module is at the Intermediate level and goes into the strength requirements, selection methods and the additional bracing requirements when using ties.

The four modules in this band are at the Basic level and are intended to identify the various regulations, codes and guidelines a scaffolder must be aware of and comply with. Module one deals with the Canadian Occupational Health and Safety Act (CSA) and deals with the differentiation between Federal and Provincial acts as well as discussing the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) influence on scaffolds. This module is intended for Canadian scaffolders only.

The second module covers the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) as it applies in Canada which is a requirement for all employers to provide training for their employees. Such things as symbols, how to handle hazardous substances and the type of information needed on labels as well as how to prepare material safety data sheets is covered. It is not intended that this module replace the actual training needed, but rather it identifies what is required in the actual training. This module is intended for Canadian scaffolders.

Module three deals with the United States requirements for HAZCOM awareness where OSHA regulations are discussed. Confined spaces, permits for confined spaces and the necessary equipment for entering confined spaces is discussed. This module is not intended to train scaffolders in HAZCOM, but it is intended to make them aware of the training that is the responsibility of an employer.

Module four is a US regulation, code and standards module dealing with such things as the identification of OSHA regulations, codes affecting scaffolds use and the standards and guidelines that apply.

The first three modules in this band are at the Basic level and deal with general safety aspects of sites where scaffolds are erected. Module one is intended to bring scaffolders to realize that general health and safety guidelines apply not only to them but also other workers on a site. Such things as safety and maintenance of electrical tools, gasoline powered tools and the prevention of fires is discussed. Module two makes workers aware of how back injury is caused, how to properly lift things without endangering the back, and, how to strengthen the back muscles. Personal protective equipment is discussed in module three in light of the different types and where each should be worn.

The last module in this band is at the Intermediate level and deals with fall arrest systems in which the learner is introduced to the different types and how they should be used.

This one Intermediate level module goes into describing to a scaffolder how different scaffolds are used for the purpose of shoring up concrete forms at building sites. The three systems are described as they are used for single post shores, horizontal shoring beams, rolling shore brackets and flying shoring systems. The intention here is for awareness only, not to discuss the intricacies of how to do the job.