Basic Scaffolding, Condensed Course
CPCCLSF2001A Licence to erect, alter and dismantle scaffolding basic level
Entry Requirements:
- Participants must provide 100 points of identification and be 18 years of age or over.
- Maths is a major part of the theory component and a sound understanding is essential to be able to complete this training. You must have the ability to use and understand Basic English.
- Trousers‚ shirt and safety boots are required to be worn at each session. A whistle and calculator are required.
Our five-day training course is for people who have minimal or no scaffolding experience.
It’s an intensive‚ hands-on training course, with the majority of the time spent completing practical tasks.
A strong theoretical and calculations component is also included that focuses on safe operating procedures.
It’s an intensive‚ hands-on training course, with the majority of the time spent completing practical tasks.
A strong theoretical and calculations component is also included that focuses on safe operating procedures.
On successful completion of the program you will receive a Statement of Attainment for:
- CPCCLSF2001A Licence to erect, alter and dismantle scaffolding basic level
You will gain an understanding of:
- application of slinging techniques
- selection and inspection of lifting gear
- directing of the crane or hoist operators
- movement of the load
- calculating load weight
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENTS
Elements describe the essential outcomes.
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate
achievement of the element.
achievement of the element.
1. Plan job
1.1 Task to be undertaken is assessed.
1.2 Potential workplace hazards are identified.
1.3 Hazard control measures are identified consistent with appropriate standards to ensure the safety of personnel and equipment.
1.4 Site information is obtained.
1.5 Scaffold, associated equipment and scaffolding equipment are identified from site information and in consultation with appropriate personnel(where applicable).
1.6 Safety equipment is identified
1.7 All forces and loads exerted on and by the scaffold and/or scaffolding equipment are determined and calculated.
1.8 Appropriate communication methods are identified with appropriate personnel.
2. Select and inspect equipment
2.1 Scaffold, associated equipment and scaffold equipment are selected and inspected according to procedures and site information.
2.2 Safety equipment is selected and inspected according to procedures.
2.3 All defective Scaffold, associated equipment, scaffold equipment and safety equipment are isolated according to procedures.
2.4 All defective Scaffold, associated equipment, scaffold equipment and safety equipment are reported and recorded according to procedures.
2.5 Communication equipment is selected and inspected for serviceability (where applicable).
3. Set up task
3.1 Appropriate hazard prevention /control measures are applied to the work area according to procedures.
3.2 Ground suitability is checked.
3.3 Appropriate footings are prepared to support scaffold and scaffold equipment according to procedures and the appropriate standard.
3.4 Scaffold and scaffold equipment are prepared for erection according to procedures and the appropriate standard.
3.5 Safety equipment is fitted and secured according to procedures (where applicable).
3.6 Scaffold and scaffold equipment are positioned for work application and stability according to procedures and the appropriate standard.
4. Erect scaffold and scaffold equipment.
4.1 Scaffold and scaffold equipment are erected according to procedures and the appropriate standard.
4.2 Work is conducted safely at heights including safe and effective use of safety equipment.
4.3 Scaffold and scaffold equipment are erected consistent with site information.
4.4 Appropriate communication methods are used to coordinate the tasks.
4.5 Completed tasks are inspected for compliance with the appropriate standard.
4.6 Handover certificate is completed as required and handed to appropriate personnel.
5. Dismantle scaffold
5.1 Scaffold and scaffold equipment are dismantled according to procedures and the appropriate standard.
5.2 Work is conducted safely at heights including safe and effective use of safety equipment.
5.3 Scaffold, associated equipment and scaffold equipment are inspected for damage and defects.
5.4 All damaged and defective scaffold, associated equipment and scaffold equipment are tagged and isolated according to procedures.
5.5 Hazard prevention/control measures are removed (where appropriate).
5.6 All damaged and defective scaffold, associated equipment and scaffold equipment are reported and recorded according to procedures and appropriate action taken.
Assessment
Mandated national assessment tools are used and include Theory, Calculations and Practical Assessments

Investment: $1600
Duration: 5 days
Training will be on your site and with your equipment.
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