CISRS Advanced Scaffolding Inspection Training Scheme (SITS Advanced)

This course is designed for individuals responsible for conducting statutory scaffold inspections of intricate scaffolding structures. Its purpose is to provide learners with current health and safety information and the necessary factors to consider when performing complex scaffold inspections in accordance with the Work at Height Regulations 2005.

CISRS Advanced Scaffolding Inspection Training Scheme Course Overview

This CISRS Advanced Scaffolding Training will cover both basic and more complex scaffolding structures. It is aimed at professional Scaffold Inspectors, Scaffolding Supervisors and Managers and others who would be responsible for the inspection of complex tube and fitting scaffolds and completing a report in accordance with Work at Height Regulations 2005.

Course Content

• Introduction to scaffolding & scaffolding terminology
• The Work at Height Regulations 2005
• British, European and industry standards (NASC)
• Overview of SG4 – preventing falls in scaffolding operations
• Tube, fittings & boards
• Safe ladder access and egress
• Scaffolders training and working methods
• Bracing and tying scaffolds
• Fan boards and public protection
• Mobile, static and loading towers
• Beams and bridging beams
• Reading and interpretation of scaffold design drawings
• Various types of system scaffolding
• How to carry out a scaffolding inspection
• Scaffold tagging systems
• Scaffold inspection exercise
• Knowledge test and assessment

Entry requirements

Before enrolling in a CISRS Advanced Scaffold Inspection course, participants are required to meet one of the following criteria:

1. Possess a CISRS Basic Scaffold Inspection Card for at least two years.
2. Hold a CISRS Part Two Scaffolding card for a minimum of two years.
3. Be an existing holder of an Advanced Scaffold Inspection card.

Additionally, delegates must have successfully completed a CSCS Health, Safety & Environment test within two years of the course date, or they should have a valid CISRS approved exemption.

Learner Numbers

In order to ensure the interaction between the learners and the tutor is spread evenly and effectively, the maximum number of learners allowed on a course is twelve.