Colliery Training College
Scaffold Inspection & Safety
Core Competencies:
Duration:
2 Days
Entry Requirements
– Completion of Scaffold Erecting & Dismantling
– Minimum Grade 10
– Valid certificate of fitness
Upcoming Dates:
23–24 July 2025
03–04 September 2025
Cost (including VAT):
R 2 070.00
Contact Details
Course Overview
Designed for those ready to step into a safety-critical role, this comprehensive two-day course dives into formal scaffold inspection and site safety. Participants will learn to:
– Execute both initial hand-over and routine weekly inspection
– Conduct detailed inspections in line with SANS 10085 and South African Construction Regulations
– Understand the duties of a competent scaffold inspector and supervisor
– Identify structural faults, load‑bearing issues, and improper anchorage
– Use thorough checklists, tagging systems, and maintain accurate inspection registers
– Monitor foundation stability, bracing, planking, ties, guardrails, and safe access
– Address fall protection, weather effects, PPE, and emergency protocols
Course Outcome:
Upon completion, attendees will be equipped to:
– Perform competent person inspections per legal and industry standards
– Use inspection systems with logs and tagging correctly
– Document and report non-compliances clearly
– Ensure ongoing scaffold safety through risk-based monitoring
Who Should Attend:
Targeted at scaffold supervisors, competent persons, maintenance personnel, and safety officers who have completed scaffold erection training and are tasked with ensuring scaffold integrity on site.
Why CTC?
Benchmarking international best practices and national standards, our expert instructors guide you through live-case inspections, scaffold tagging systems, and compliance documentation. Training is hands-on at our eMalahleni campus — you’ll leave ready to lead scaffold safety on any project.