Course:	Certificate III in Scaffolding
Code:	BCG30903
Institute:	Southern Queensland Institute of TAFE

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Course summary

Course detail	Description
Course summary	This qualification is appropriate for an apprentice tradesperson working in the scaffolding sector. Competencies covered may include erect and dismantle scaffolding (basic and intermediate), use explosive power tools, operate elevated work platforms, cut and bend materials using Oxy/LPG equipment, and operate a forklift. There are Basic, Intermediate and Advanced training assessment levels available for this course. This course ensures participants with the relevant competencies required to erect and dismantle scaffolding, provide work platforms for various occupational applications and safe work procdures required by relevant regulations and legislations. Participants will be gaining knowledge, both in theory and practical style in: - Operational risk managment associated with power cables (including overhead service trays, cables and conduits), lighting earth leakage boxes, trip hazards, working with dangerous materials, working in confined spaces, surrounding structures, restricted access barriers, traffic control and working at heights. - Safe work procedures to erecting and dismantling for restricted height. - Plant, tools and equipment types, characteristics, terminology and uses. - Scaffolding equipment and techniques, plans, drawings and specifications. - OH&S requirements. Course Fees - Basic Scaffolding - Training course costs (using client equipment) $420.00 OR -Training course costs (using equipment hire) $480.00 PLUS - Assessment fee $395.00 and - License fee $60.00 Course Fees - Intermediate Scaffolding - Training course costs (using client equipment or hire equipment) $655.00 PLUS - Assessment fee $395.00 and - License fee $60.00 Course Fees - Advanced Scaffolding - Training course costs (using client equipment or hire equipment) $420.00 PLUS - Assessment fee $395.00 and - License fee $60.00 Further Information For further information or enrolment details please contact the Chinchilla Campus (07) 4669 1205.
Study area	Building and Construction
Entry requirements	Year 10 or equivalent desirable
Career possibilities	Successful completion of this qualification will permit persons working in the industry to work erecting and dismantling modular and non-modular (tube and fitting/coupler) scaffold systems. Work in this field is a licensed occupation.
Duration	Basic Scaffolding - 3 training days - 1 access day - Log book minimum hours: 120 hours Intermediate Scaffolding - 3 training days - 1 access day - Log book minimum hours: 120 hours Advanced Scaffolding - 3 training days - 1 access day - Log book minimum hours: 180 hours
Downloads	Prescribed Occupation Machinery Tickets Course Information [PDF 119kb]
Status#	Open for enrolment

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Domestic student packages

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Apprenticeship and traineeship packages

This institute may offer this course as an apprenticeship or traineeship, contact the institute for further information about delivery packages available.

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Required units

Unit	Code
Follow OH&S policies and procedures This unit specifies the competency required to work safely on a General Construction site adhering to OH&S policies and procedures.	BCGCM1001B
Work effectively in the General Construction industry This unit covers the competency, background and underpinning knowledge required to prepare for and sustain effective work within the General Construction Industry.	BCGCM1002B
Plan and organise work This unit specifies the competency required to plan allotted tasks to maximise personal productivity on a General Construction site.	BCGCM1003B
Conduct workplace communication This unit specifies the competency required to communicate effectively with other workers in a general construction workplace environment.	BCGCM1004B
Carry out measurements and calculations This unit specifies the competency required to carry out measurements and perform simple calculations to determine task and material requirements for a job in a General Construction work environment.	BCGCM1005B
Read and interpret plans and specifications This unit specifies the competency required to read and interpret plans and specifications relevant to General Construction operations	BCGCM2001B
Safely handle and use scaffolding tools and equipment This unit specifies the competency required to safely move, locate, inspect, service and store scaffolding together with associated tools and equipment, to assist project planning and ensure OH&S requirements and manufacturers' specifications are met. The unit includes delivery, selection, positioning and maintenance of scaffolding tools and equipment.	BCGSC2001B
Erect and dismantle scaffolding - basic This unit specifies the competency required to erect and dismantle a range of modular scaffolding systems to provide work platforms for construction purposes.	BCGSC2002B
Erect and dismantle scaffolding - intermediate This unit specifies the competency required to erect and dismantle all types of tube and coupler scaffolding systems to provide work platforms for construction purposes and all work associated with modular scaffolding systems.The unit includes edge protection access ways and falsework (scaffold support systems for formwork).	BCGSC3001B

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Elective units

There may be one or more elective competencies. Please contact the institute for more information.