Level 4 Diploma in Scaffolding Inspection
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HiQual UK delivers the Level 4 Diploma in Scaffolding Inspection, designed for learners progressing from Level 3 construction, safety, or scaffolding‑related qualifications. This program emphasizes advanced scaffold inspection, structural assessment, legal compliance, risk management, and reporting standards. Participants gain the competence to inspect, evaluate, and certify scaffolding structures across construction, industrial, and maintenance environments while preparing audit‑ready documentation for regulated practice.
Qualification Details
| Qualification Title | Level 4 Diploma in Scaffolding Inspection |
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| Total Credits | 40 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 80 |
| Qualification Time | 160 |
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Principles of Scaffolding Inspection Safety frameworks, inspector responsibilities, and industry expectations.
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Scaffolding Components & Structural Behaviour Tubes, fittings, boards, couplers, load paths, and stability.
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Scaffold Erection Standards & Compliance BS EN 12811, TG20 guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
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Inspection Techniques & Hazard Identification Visual checks, structural faults, and risk categorization.
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Load Calculations & Structural Integrity Working loads, safe working limits, and failure prevention.
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Legal Frameworks & Industry Regulations OSHA, HSE, ISO standards, and duty‑of‑care obligations.
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Scaffold Tagging, Documentation & Reporting Inspection records, audit‑ready documentation, and compliance logs.
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Advanced Scaffolding Systems Suspended scaffolds, system scaffolds, mobile towers, and modular systems.
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Incident Response & Safety Management Emergency procedures, accident prevention, and corrective actions.
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Practical Assessments & Portfolio Development Real‑world scaffold inspections, case studies, and portfolio creation.
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Mastery of scaffold inspection and compliance
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Alignment with global safety standards (HSE, OSHA, ISO)
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Strengthened risk assessment and reporting skills
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Audit‑ready documentation and inspection logs
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Career progression into senior inspection and safety roles
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Scaffolding supervisors and technicians
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Construction safety officers
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Individuals progressing from Level 3 construction or safety qualifications
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Professionals seeking certification as scaffold inspectors
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Assessment Type: Practical inspections + written exam + portfolio review
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Format: Real‑world inspections, MCQs, case studies, oral defense
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Total Questions: 60 theory + multiple practical tasks
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Passing Score: 70%
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Duration: 18–22 weeks (280–320 hours)
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Certification: Level 4 Diploma in Scaffolding Inspection (SCIN)
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