Scaffold builder course

The scaffold builder course covers the theoretical requirements for scaffolders, according to the regulations on performance of work § 17-4. The course is formerly called § 46C and § 13 courses.

The course is for those who will mantle scaffolds of all heights (also over 9 m) and/or will not follow standard alignment for scaffold.

The online course is flexible and convenient – you can take it anywhere and anytime. Do you want to know more about how it works? Click here.

The scaffold builder course is a 36 hour course in scaffolding building in accordance to the Working Environment Act and the relevant regulations. During this online course you will get an insight into all relevant laws and regulations. You will also get an overview of the different scaffold types and their characteristics. Including mobile scaffolds, system scaffolds, suspended scaffolds, tube and coupler scaffolds, wooden scaffolds and trestle scaffolds.

This online course takes you through the phases of assembly of the different scaffolds. The course also explains the precautions that must be taken both before getting started with the assembly of the scaffolding, during assembly, during use of the scaffolding and the dismantling of the scaffolding. You will be presented for the calculation methods you need to assemble scaffoldings. It is this part of the online course that separates the scaffolder builder course from scaffolding course 2-5 meters and scaffolding course 2-9 meters. As with all our courses, you will get an introduction to first aid and how to act during emergencies at the end of the course.

Online course consists of pictures, sound, video and questions along. There will be a final exam that you must pass in order to get the course approved. A diploma is issued after completed course.

To get a scaffolder certificate you also need to document the following;

• At least 72 hours practical training in use of scaffolding (at least 3 different types)
• Employment for at least 6 months in a business using scaffolds.

You will get access to the documents that must be filled out when you start the course.

Course duration: 36 hours