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Level 4 Award in Scaffolding Safety (Erection, Dismantling & Inspection)
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HiQual UK delivers the Level 4 Award in Scaffolding Safety (Erection, Dismantling & Inspection), designed for supervisors, inspectors, and advanced practitioners responsible for managing scaffolding operations in construction and industrial projects. The program emphasizes advanced principles, scaffold design, inspection, erection, dismantling, and compliance with international standards. Participants will gain the competence to supervise complex scaffolding projects, ensure safety, and prepare audit‑ready documentation.
Qualification Details
| Qualification Title | Level 4 Award in Scaffolding Safety (Erection, Dismantling & Inspection) |
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| Total Credits | 80 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 240 |
| Qualification Time | 800 |
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Advanced Scaffolding Principles and Concepts Complex scaffolding systems, advanced configurations, and safety integration.
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Scaffold Design and Structural Stability Engineering principles, load paths, bracing, and stability analysis.
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Inspection and Certification of Scaffolds Detailed inspection protocols, defect identification, and certification processes.
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Erection of Complex Scaffolding Structures Step‑by‑step erection procedures for large‑scale and specialized scaffolds.
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Dismantling Techniques for Large‑Scale Scaffolds Safe dismantling methods, sequencing, and hazard control.
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Health and Safety Regulations for Scaffolding OSHA, HSE, ISO 45001, and BS EN 12811 compliance requirements.
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Load‑Bearing Calculations and Material Selection Calculating scaffold loads, selecting appropriate materials, and ensuring safety margins.
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Emergency Procedures and Risk Management Accident response, collapse prevention, rescue protocols, and risk mitigation.
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Supervision & Team Management in Scaffolding Operations Leadership strategies, team coordination, and communication protocols.
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Scaffolding Standards and Compliance Audits Preparing audit‑ready documentation, compliance verification, and continual improvement.
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Builds competence in advanced scaffolding safety and supervision
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Enhances compliance with OSHA, HSE, ISO, and BS EN standards
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Strengthens skills in design, inspection, erection, and dismantling of scaffolds
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Provides tools for audit‑ready documentation and continual improvement
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Offers recognized certification to support careers in scaffolding safety leadership, site management, and compliance consultancy
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Scaffolding supervisors and advanced inspectors
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QA/QC professionals in construction and industrial projects
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Safety officers and compliance auditors
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Individuals progressing from Level 2 Award in Scaffolding Supervisor (SCSP‑212) or equivalent qualifications
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Assessment Type: Written exam + practical scaffolding project + viva
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Format: MCQs, applied case studies, hands‑on scaffolding project, and oral defense
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Total Questions: 100 theory + 1 practical project + 1 viva
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Passing Score: 70%
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Duration: 6–9 months (400–500 hours total)
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Certification: Level 4 Award in Scaffolding Safety (SSFE)
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