Basic Scaffolder

Purpose & Scope of Basic Scaffolder:

The Basic Scaffolder put up and takes down scaffolding that allows workers to reach the higher levels of buildings during construction, cleaning and renovation projects. Create a temporary structure used to support a work crew and materials to aid in the construction, maintenance and repair of buildings and all other man made structure. The goal is to create and maintain well-functioning scaffolder to minimize the probability of accidents.

Responsibilities:

Fixing guard rails and safety netting. Taking down the scaffolding after a job is finished. Setting base plates on the ground at regular intervals (these stop the upright poles slipping). Putting up the scaffolding poles (standards) and attaching the horizontal tubes (ledgers) to them with couples. Unloading scaffolding equipment at the site. Fixing the scaffolding to the building or structure to make it more stable, using short ‘tie tubes’. Laying planks (battens) across the scaffolding for workers to walk on.

Basic Scaffolder Responsibilities:

Safely and correctly erect independent and putlog scaffolds with returns, towers and birdcage scaffolds, in tube and fitting or proprietary systems where applicable. Observe regulations governing the safe erection, inspection and dismantling of scaffolds and work methods to be adopted. Determine the material requirements for independents and putlog with returns, towers, and birdcage scaffolds in tube and fitting or proprietary systems where applicable. Lay out materials, set out the scaffolds and overcome obstacles to erect the scaffold safely. Ensure that scaffolds are constructed to statutory regulations following the safe systems of work. Interpret simple drawings. Understand the basics of tie testing. Make alterations to scaffolds (eg dropping lift height on independent).

Safety, Quality & Environment: Ensure that all relevant safety, quality and environmental procedures, instructions and controls are adhered to so that the safety of employees, quality of products/services and environmental compliance can be guaranteed.