Description
Objectives
Learning Objective 1 • Identify the reasons for the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) regulations that govern the scaffolding industry.
- Explain the development and intent of the regulations and standards.
- Describe common safety practices used in the scaffolding industry.
Learning Objective 2 • Explain the basic guidelines for planning, erecting, and using scaffolding.
- Explain the basic guidelines for planning a scaffolding project.
- Explain the basic guidelines for erecting a scaffold.
- Explain the basic guidelines for using a scaffold.
Learning Objective 3 • Identify the equipment and tasks required for safe scaffold erection.
- List the personal protective equipment required for safe scaffold erection.
Learning Objective 4 • Identify the fall protection and lifesaving measures employed in the scaffolding trade.
- Identify the appropriate fall protection and lifesaving equipment, and describe their proper use.
- Describe proper rescue procedures after a fall.
Learning Objective 5 • Identify common electrical hazards and sources when working with scaffolds.
- Identify common electrical hazards when working with scaffolds.
- Identify common electrical sources when working with scaffolds.
Performance Tasks
Performance Task 1 (Learning Objective 1) • Inspect the work site and identify potential safety hazards.
Performance Task 2 (Learning Objective 2) • Plan and sketch a scaffold for a specific application specified by the instructor.
Performance Task 3 (Learning Objective 2) • Examine and identify the soil type at the work site, and determine the proper mudsills to use.
Performance Task 4 (Learning Objective 4) • Demonstrate the proper method for wearing and rigging a body harness.
