Scaffolds are widely used in the construction and maintenance industry to give employees access to heights ranging from a few feet to over several hundred feet. But as the height increases, so do the risks. The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) reports that scaffolding accidents attribute to an estimated 9,000 injuries and 79 fatalities annually.
Upon successful completion of this course, you should be able to:
Define common types of scaffolds and terms associated with their use
Identify scaffold hazards
Recognize who may build and design scaffolds
Recognize required safe practices for working on or near scaffolds
Identify fall protection requirements specific to work on scaffolds
Identify requirements for operating and working in aerial lifts