Additional Details
NYC DOB REQUIREMENT:
Local Law 52 of 2005 requires that all workers using supported scaffolds on construction sites in New York City receive this training and get their 4-hour scaffold card. Individuals must re-take this training course every 4 years.
As of June 1st, 2019 Supervisors will need a total of 62 hours of training which must include among other courses the 4 Hour Supported Scaffold User and Refresher Class.
CEUs (CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS)
0.4
Audience
Any individual who is required to use or work on a supported scaffold in New York City.
CEU REQUIREMENTS
- 100% attendance for the 4-Hour Supported Scaffold User & Refresher course: 4 hours of instruction time
- Completion of Continuing Education and Training Registration Form
- Active participation in all class exercises (determined by instructor)
- Completion of required pre-and post-quiz assessment
- As applicable, achievement of minimum passing score on required end-of-course examination
- Participation and submittal of end-of-course evaluation form (must provide name on form to receive credit)
- Make up time is not allowed. Students who miss time from any individual session must reschedule and attend the full training course.
PREREQUISITE:
Participants need to be able to communicate with the instructor in the language the course is held in.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
- List supported scaffold types and its major components
- Identify the most common supported scaffold safety hazards
- Protect themselves from supported scaffold safety hazards
- Outline New York City Building Code supported scaffold safety requirements
- Inspect supported scaffolds in accordance with federal and local safety regulations
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.