Assessment Methods
Delivered via to face-to-face training at our training centre in Tullamarine, VIC – or on your site Australia-wide (if suitable).

Outcome
The course is competency based, and successful applicants who attain the necessary competence will be eligible to apply for the issue of a National High Risk Licence via their State Authority. Assessment is against the National Standard and Assessment Instruments, which are common in all states and territories.

Unit Description

CPCCLSF2001A Licence to erect, alter and dismantle scaffolding – basic level

This unit specifies the outcomes required to erect, alter and dismantle scaffolding at the basic level, consisting of scaffolding work connected with the operation or use of modular or pre-fabricated scaffolds, cantilevered materials hoists with a maximum working load of 500kg, ropes and gin wheels, safety nets and static lines, and bracket scaffolds (tank and formwork) for licensing purposes.

Elements and Performance Criteria

• Compliance with OHS licensing legislation.
• Communication and working safely with others in the work area.
• Risk assessment and management procedure at a basic scaffolder level.
• Planning, erection and dismantling of a scaffolding system, in accordance with procedures
• Scaffold to be of a minimum height of at least 5.0 metres above the supporting surface with full edge protection (includes safety screen) for each work platform including toe boards and handrails.
• Fibre rope bends and hitches.
• Pre and post operational checks of basic scaffolding.
• Completion of handover certificate as required.

Erect and dismantle of:

• Modular Scaffold with return and ladder access and platform brackets (hop-up brackets)
• Bracket Scaffold
• Mobile Scaffold
• Gin wheel
• Cantilever Hoist
• Safety net and static line
• Safety screens