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CISRS Scaffolder - Part 1

Who Will Benefit:

The law requires that any individual wishing to erect, alter or dismantle scaffolding must be able to prove their competency. The industry-wide accepted proof of competency for operatives is to hold a CISRS scaffolder card.

The CISRS Scaffolding part 1 course is suitable for adult trainees who want to work towards achieving a CISRS scaffolder card and level 2 NVQ diploma in accessing operations and rigging (construction) scaffolding. Following completion of the part 1 course operatives will have been trained to erect and dismantle basic scaffolds as listed below. Operatives can apply for a CISRS trainee scaffolder card once they have passed a construction skills health, safety and environmental test.

Course Contents:

- Health and safety awareness
- Instruction/training SG4:15
- Ladder access to scaffolds
- Manual handling
- Interpretation of drawings
- Tie methods and TG4:11
- Erection/dismantle of independent access scaffold
- Erection/dismantle of birdcage scaffolds
- Erection/dismantle static tower scaffolds
- Erection/dismantle of putlog scaffolds and staircases
- Alterations to scaffolds
- Theory and practical application of gin wheels
- Mobile access towers
- 50 question test paper
- Review of course

Pre-requisites:

- Candidates must also have a minimum of 6 months practical experience of scaffolding operations (e.g. labouring, carrying out simple scaffolding operations under the direct supervision of a qualified scaffolder).
- Literacy and language comprehension are important requirements on all courses. Any physical impairment or literacy issues should be discussed with the trainer prior to making a booking so we can best accommodate your needs.

To be eligible to apply for this card, delegates must successfully complete the following:

- CISRS Scaffolding Part 1 course
- CISRS Scaffolding Part 2 course
- Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Accessing Operations and Rigging (Construction) Scaffolding
- CISRS 1 Day Skills Assessment

Certification for all of the above courses will need to be attached to your CISRS scaffolder card application form for it to be issued.

Duration:

10 days

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