Safety Training Course

Scaffolding Safety For Employees

Equip employees with essential knowledge for safe scaffold use and operations.

Length:
10m
Language(s):
EN
Year Produced:
2011

Scaffolding Safety For Employees

Falls from scaffolds causing disabilities and fatal injuries is the most common hazard to constructions workers. According to OSHA, about 72% of scaffold accidents were due to one of the following causes: planking or support slipped or gave way, employee slipped or fell when struck by a falling object, and no guardrail installed. Each state has its own regulations and standards. It is important that work crews maintain and use scaffolds in a safe manner. This program is designed to review the basics of scaffolds with emphasis on safety procedures.Scaffold OverviewInjury PreventionElectrical SafetyLadders

Course Overview

  • Common scaffold accident causes (72% OSHA data)
  • Planking and support safety
  • Guardrail installation requirements
  • Electrical safety around scaffolds
  • Ladder usage and access
  • Fall prevention and injury prevention
Objectives:
Learn to equip employees with essential knowledge for safe scaffold use and operations
Master scaffolding safety protocols and procedures for construction operations
Develop skills for implementing comprehensive scaffolding safety programs and construction safety measures
Learn to implement effective scaffolding safety training programs for construction personnel

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FAQs

What does the training identify as the most typical hazard to construction workers?

In practical terms, falls from scaffolds causing disabilities and fatal injuries are the most typical hazard.

Based on OSHA, which percentage of scaffold accidents are due to particular named causes?

About 72% of scaffold accidents are due to the listed causes.

Which three particular causes of accidents are listed?

Learners are taught that the causes are planking or support slipping/giving way, employees slipping or falling (often when struck by a falling object), and the lack of installed guardrails.

Does the text suggest that regulations are uniform across the country?

No. Each state has its own regulations and standards.

Which four topics are listed in the program outline?

The topics are Scaffold Overview, Injury Prevention, Electrical Safety, and Ladders.

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