Become an OSHA-compliant competent person in the construction industry with Competent Person: Scaffolding training. This program provides the knowledge and tools needed to identify, control and correct scaffolding hazards in the workplace.
Managing scaffolding hazards is crucial for preventing accidents that could result in serious injury or death. Our 100% online course satisfies scaffolding safety requirements established by OSHA for construction sites. After successfully completing the course, students can instantly download a Competent Person: Scaffolding certificate of completion.
Competent Persons in Construction Who Identify, Control and Correct Scaffolding Safety Hazards
100% Online Course
Digital Certificate of Completion
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Construction sites and other businesses may be required to designate an OSHA-compliant competent person to minimize scaffolding hazards. The competent person has the knowledge and authority to identify, control and correct hazards associated with the construction, use and disassembly of scaffolding structures.
Complete this training course to earn your OSHA competent person designation for scaffolding. When you finish this course, you can instantly download a certificate of completion.
Scaffolding competent person training may be required for:
OSHA Competent Person: Scaffolding contains several knowledge checks, multiple interactive activities and one final exam.
To pass this course, students must achieve a score of at least 70% on the 15-question final exam. The test is a comprehensive review of all the modules in the course. Students have unlimited attempts to pass the exam.
During Module 2, students will complete a knowledge check consisting of 10 fictional scenarios to assess knowledge of OSHA regulations for safe scaffolding assembly, use and disassembly.
In Modules 3 and 4, students will explore 10 illustrated interactive scenes. Learners will identify hazards and threats to worker safety before assessing appropriate corrective measures for each situation.
After completing Competent Person: Scaffolding, students will be able to:
Competent Person: Scaffolding includes 3.5 hours of safety instruction that will prepare students to identify and correct workplace hazards involving scaffolding structures. Learn more about competent persons, scaffolding safety awareness and how to take appropriate action using the four modules detailed below.
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Yes. This course is compliant with the definitions of a competent person under 29 CFR 1926.32(f). It addresses scaffolding safety standards and regulations outlined in OSHA 1926 Subpart L.
Under 29 CFR 1926.32(f), a competent person is defined as someone “who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them.”
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A competent person refers to anyone with appropriate training in any of OSHA’s safety standards. This course deals specifically with OSHA 1926 Subpart L, which covers standards and regulations related to scaffolds.
Our Competent Person: Scaffolding training describes hazards related to scaffolds, the various types of scaffolding systems and their components. The course emphasizes the competent person’s role in assuring that workers use scaffolding systems safely while on the jobsite.
By taking this training course, you will learn how to assess the workplace for potential scaffolding hazards and identify appropriate steps to minimize or eliminate those hazards. As part of this course, you will learn the correct types of scaffolding for the job, proper tie-offs for scaffolding supports and proper hazard training techniques for workers.
Additionally, this course teaches communication and leadership skills. Competent persons must communicate safety requirements and procedures to workers while leading by example to demonstrate safe work practices. Learn how to effectively manage scaffolding hazards in the workplace and promote a culture of safety among workers.
Yes. This course is OSHA compliant and available 100% online. Master lesson material, participate in course activities and take the final exam from any internet-connected device. Download and print your certificate of completion as soon as you pass the exam.
Competent Person: Scaffolding training takes approximately 3.5 hours to finish. Students can start and stop training at any time. Progress is saved automatically. After completing all lesson material, students must pass a 15-question final exam.
After you pass the final exam, you will receive a certificate of completion. You can download and print the certificate immediately and print a new copy as often as you like.
OSHA does not certify competent persons. This course prepares students to become a competent person as defined by 29 CFR 1926.32(f). Students who complete the course and earn a certificate of completion are eligible to serve as a competent person for scaffolding hazards on jobsites.
Employers and managers may designate individuals to identify, control and correct hazards related to scaffolds.
Your certificate of completion for this course does not expire. It is highly recommended that you refresh your training every three years.