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PREREQUISITE: This Course Package is appropiate for individuals who meet the qualifications of a Supervisor under Local Law 196.
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There are no prerequisites needed to attend this course, however, it is recommended that students have some experience in rigging operations and supervision of or use of suspended scaffold systems. As per § RCNY 104-20, for an individual to be designated as a rigging foreman by a licensed special or master rigger they must meet certain qualifications (link to NYC DOB website) including an ability to read and write in English. Participants need to be able to communicate with the instructor in the language the course is held in.
NYC DOB REQUIREMENT:
As Per 3314.4.5.3 of the 2014 NYC Construction Code, this 32 Hour rigging foreman training is required by the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) to supervise suspended scaffold projects on construction sites in New York City.
CEUs (CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS)
CEU Credits: 3.2
Audience
Experienced workers with at least one year of practical experience in hoisting and rigging and whose roles require supervision of suspended scaffold projects. This training may also be beneficial for safety managers, superintendents, and individuals planning to apply for the New York City Master or Special Rigger’s license.
CEU REQUIREMENTS
To earn a certificate of completion and a permanent card, student must do the following:
- 100% attendance for the 32 hour suspended scaffold supervisor course: 32 hours of instruction time
- Completion of Continuing Education and Training Registration Form
- Active participation in all class exercise (determined by instructor)
- Completion of required pre- and post-quiz assessment
- As applicable, achievement of minimum passing (70%) score on required end-of-course examination
- Participation and submittal of end-of-course evaluation form (must provide name on form to ceive credit)
- Make-Up time is not allowed. Students who miss time from any individual session must reschedule and attend the full training course
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
- Identify suspended scaffold systems and their essential components
- Discuss common suspended scaffold hazards based on statistical and historical data provided
- Outline differences between OSHA and NYC DOB scaffold regulations and their sources
- Demonstrate practical skills necessary to properly install and maintain fall protection systems used on suspended scaffolds
- Create a suspended scaffold inspection checklist using provided requirements
- Apply various applications & connection techniques using ropes, knots & hitches
- Assemble the block and tackle for a fiber rope light duty scaffold
- Construct the wire rope termination for hoisting rope on suspended scaffolds
INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS
A plethora of methods will be used, such as auditory, visual and kinesthetic methods to ensure learning. This includes the program’s PowerPoint, related lectures, testing/quizzing, hands-on activities, and classroom discussions.