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Level 3 Award in Scaffolding Inspector
  • The Level 3 Award in Scaffolding Inspector qualification equips participants with the theoretical knowledge and practical competence to inspect scaffolding systems in line with international standards, safety regulations, and best practices.
  • The course is targeted at professionals responsible for ensuring the structural integrity and safety of scaffolding in construction, industrial, and maintenance settings.
  • Emphasis is placed on risk identification, defect assessment, and decision-making in real-world setting.
  • Some of the core modules include.
  • Introduction to scaffolding systems, types and components.
  • Safety legislation, codes, standards and compliance
  • Roles, responsibilities and ethical obligations of a scaffolding inspector.
  • Inspection methodology and systematic checklists
  • Hazard identification, defect classification and risk assessment.
  • Reporting, documentation, and corrective action planning.
  • Permit-to-work systems, handover protocols, and site-based coordination.
  • Case studies: past failures, lessons learned, preventive techniques.
  • Ideal candidates include:
  • Scaffolding supervisors, foremen, and senior scaffolders.
  • Site safety officers, HSE professionals, and compliance auditors.
  • Construction project managers and site engineers.
  • Inspection agencies and maintenance teams.
  • Anyone responsible for signing off or certifying scaffolding for use.
  • Hold a recognized Level 3 certification in scaffolding inspection.
  • Be able to inspect and certify scaffolding for safe use
  • Reduce accident risk by early detection of defects.
    Improve site safety and compliance posture.
  • Strengthen reporting, documentation, and decision-making skills.
  • Increase employability in construction and industrial sectors.
  • Written Examination: Multiple-choice and short-answer items covering theory, regulations, and inspection methodology.
  • Practical Inspection Task: On-site or simulated scaffolding structure inspection, identifying defects and hazards.

Case Study: Submission of a formal inspection report, including findings, risk evaluations, and recommendations.
Passing all components leads to award of the Level 3 Award in Scaffolding Inspector.