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TRAINING PROSPECTUS

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CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................... 05-06

SIMIAN SKILL- Scaffolding .............................................................................................................................................. 11-20- Inspection ................................................................................................................................................ 21-22- Mobile Towers ........................................................................................................................................ 23-24- Site Safety ............................................................................................................................................... 25-26- Bespoke Training.................................................................................................................................. 27-42- MEWPS ..................................................................................................................................................... 43-46- Asbestos .................................................................................................................................................. 47-49

WAYS TO PAY 'SCAFFPLAN' .......................................................................................................... 50

SIMIAN RISK ............................................................................................................................................ 53-58

SIMIAN INTERNATIONAL ................................................................................................................ 61

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Established in 2005 by a team of scaffolding industry experts with unsurpassed knowledge, expertise and experience, the Group has rapidly expanded into multiple global markets.

Simian Risk Group operates across a range of industries including construction, petrochemical, nuclear, pharmaceutical, manufacturing and power generation. We operate across the UK, Europe, Africa and the Middle East, supporting clients to improve and maintain standards across all operations when working at height.

Utilising our extensive skills and knowledge of the scaffolding industry, we have developed a range of training courses, support services and consultancy packages to suit the growing needs of our clients. Within our breadth of services, we offer scaffold inspections, training and consultancy.

We support clients to operate in accordance with legislative requirements, including British and European standards and other location-specific performance standards such as OSHA and ANSI in the USA and AS/NZS in Australasia.

INTRODUCTION


Simian Skill offer a complete range of scaffolding training and work at height programmes.

Simian Skill is the training division of Simian Risk Group, providing scaffolding courses throughout the UK and to a global market. This booklet provides general information and a prospectus of our extensive range of scaffolding, access and work at height related training courses and qualifications.

We deliver training courses designed for all levels of personnel at various stages of their careers, from entry-level operatives and apprenticeships to supervisors and management teams, ensuring that all staff are fully competent in their roles.

Our aim at Simian Skill is to provide an education in access and scaffolding to best practice.

SIMIAN SKILLWe’re world-leading experts in working at height


MOBILE TOWERSINSPECTIONSCAFFOLDER

The CISRS Scaffold Inspection Training Scheme (SITS) is the nationally recognised training qualification for Scaffold Inspectors.

Whether you're undertaking statutory scaffolding inspections or looking to raise your knowledge and awareness of good practice, we offer CISRS Basic and Advanced Scaffold Inspection training courses.

The CISRS accredited courses can be supplemented with our comprehensive range of system scaffold inspection training.

The Construction Industry Scaffolders’ Record Scheme (CISRS) is the recognised occupational qualification for UK-based Scaffolders.

Simian Skill offers the full portfolio of CISRS training and assessment for Entry-level (COTS), Apprenticeships, Trainees (Part 1), Scaffolders (Part 2), Advanced Scaffolders, Supervisors and Managers in this sector.

Whether it’s traditional Tube and Fitting or System Scaffolding we’ve got it covered!'

PASMA is the Prefabricated Access Suppliers' & Manufacturers' Association, the lead trade association specifically for the mobile access tower industry. If you're using mobile access towers, you'll need a PASMA card and we can deliver training at one of our centres or at your workplace (if suitable).

APPROVED TRAINING COURSES TO RECOGNISED INDUSTRY STANDARDS

Simian Skill offer an extensive range of accredited training courses that meet the needs of the scaffolding, construction and engineering industries.


ASBESTOSBESPOKE TRAINING MEWPSSITE SAFETY

Mobile Elevating Work Platforms offer flexible and convenient access and are an increasingly popular access solution for many work at height tasks. We offer the internationally recognised training programmes accredited by the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF).

Our in-house CITB Health, Safety and Environmental test centre allows learners to complete their knowledge test while attending a course or just to simply book a test to renew their CISRS, CSCS or affiliated cards.

We offer a comprehensive range of health and safety related training such as Risk Assessor through to industry accredited Site Supervisor and Manager courses.

In conjunction with our UKATA-registered training partner, AC&T LLP, Simian Skill offers a range of asbestos-based training courses.

The aim of these programmes is to provide scaffolders and those working in the construction & refurbishment sectors with in-depth knowledge of asbestos, where it occurs, and how to manage it in the workplace.

Simian Skill has a proven record of working with clients to create bespoke scaffolding training courses to suit the individual needs of each business.

Training can be tailored to each organisation's systems, procedures and paperwork, in line with specific competence and personal development objectives.

To design a bespoke training course, speak to one of our training experts.


Duration1 Day

AttendeesOperatives who carry out labouring /driving duties in support of scaffold operations.

ObjectivesTo provide the delegate with current health and safety knowledge and the relevant industry skills and knowledge to carry out their duties in a safe manner.

Content• Introduction and welcome• General responsibilities• Basic scaffold terminology

(components & application)• Servicing of equipment, tube,

fittings etc• Boards and stock – quality control• Health, welfare, hygiene and

housekeeping• Electrical safety• Fire prevention and control• Noise and vibration

• Work at height• Accident prevention and reporting• Slips, trips and falls• Personal protective equipment• Site transport safety (including

loading and unloading)• Equipment and tools• Manual handling (including

practical element)• Lifting equipment using

rope and wheel

CISRS OPERATIVES (COTS) TRAINING SCHEME


Content • Centre induction and completion

by delegates of training terms and conditions form

• Health & safety awareness• ½ Day fall prevention training (SG4)• Performance standards (BS EN

12810/11 and TG20) • General scaffolding awareness• Stability, ties and anchors

(including TG4)• Manual handling techniques

• Foundations & ground conditions• Methods of access• Gin wheels, ropes, knots & hitches• Interpretation of drawings• Independent tied scaffold

(theory & practical)• Putlog scaffold (theory and

practical) tube and fitting courses• Static tower scaffolds (theory

& practical)• Birdcage scaffolds (theory

& practical)

• Alterations to scaffolds (e.g. Changing a lift height)

• TG20 stair access (theory & practical)

• Mobile aluminium tower training for scaffolders (mats)

• Scaffold inspection (theory)• 50 Question test paper (plus a 25

question mock at the end of the first week)

• Practical test

Duration10 Days

AttendeesTrainee Scaffolders who have held a COTS card for 6 months. Must work under the supervision of a qualified Scaffolder as a minimum.

ObjectivesTo give attendees both theoretical and practical knowledge to enable them to erect and dismantle basic scaffolds in accordance with the CISRS criteria and guidelines.

CISRS PART 1 TRAINEE SCAFFOLDER COURSE SPECIFICATION




• ½ Day fall prevention & rescue training (SG4)

• Health and safety awareness• Performance standards (BS

EN 12811 and TG20) and management of temporary works (BS5975)

• Basic independent tied scaffold (theory and practical)

• Bridging with prefabricated beams (theory and practical)

• Protection fans (theory and practical)

• Truss-out scaffold (theory and practical)

• Pavement gantry (theory and practical)

• Loading bay (theory and practical)• Roof saddle scaffold (theory

and practical)• Splay scaffold (circular or radial)

(theory and practical)• Edge protection (theory

and practical)

• TG4 tie testing (theory and practical)

• Basic scaffold inspection (theory and practical)


• Alterations (e.g removing standards from a structure)

• 50 Question test paper (plus a 25 question mock at the end of the first week)

• Practical test

Duration10 Days

Attendees Trainee Scaffolders who have completed a CISRS Part 1 course with at least 6 months’ site experience.

ObjectivesTo give attendees both theoretical and practical knowledge to enable them to erect and dismantle basic scaffolds in accordance with the CISRS criteria and guidelines.

CISRS PART 2 SCAFFOLDER COURSE SPECIFICATION




• ½ Day fall prevention & rescue training (SG4)

• Health and safety awareness• Performance standards (BS EN

12811 and TG20) & management of temporary works (BS5975)

• Tubular drop scaffold from steelwork (theory and practical)

• Cantilever drop scaffold (theory and practical)

• 2 Chord raking shore (theory and practical)

• 3 Chord raking shore (theory and practical)

• Dead shore (theory and practical)• Flying shore (theory only)• Temporary roof scaffold (theory

and practical)• Stairways (theory and practical)• Ramps (theory and practical)• Advanced scaffold inspection

(theory and practical)


• Risk assessment (theory and practical)

• Method statements (theory and practical)

• Communication skills tool box talks (theory and practical)

• Testing of ties (TG4)

Duration10 Days

Attendees Scaffolders who have held a CISRS Scaffolder card for a minimum of 12 months.

ObjectivesTo give attendees both theoretical and practical knowledge to enable them to erect and dismantle complex scaffolds in accordance with the CISRS criteria and guidelines.

CISRS ADVANCED SCAFFOLDER COURSE SPECIFICATION


Duration2 Days

AttendeesOnly CISRS card holders, who have achieved a minimum of part 1 training (in either tube and fitting or system) are eligible to attend these 2-day training courses. If the operative has only completed part 1 training, they will still be classed as a Trainee.They may use the specific system they have been trained in, but only under the direct supervision of a CISRS qualified Scaffolder who also holds that system endorsement.

ObjectivesThe aim of this Scaffolder training scheme is to provide Scaffolders with skills and knowledge for safe use of the particular system in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

CISRS SYSTEM SCAFFOLD PRODUCT TRAINING SCHEME (SSPTS)

OverviewThis 2-day System Scaffolding Product Training Scheme was introduced along with the CISRS System Scaffolder scheme in recognition of the significant differences between the various proprietary system scaffolding products covered by CISRS.Attendees who successfully complete the scaffolding training and assessment can apply to have their CISRS record card endorsed with the name of the specific system scaffold product, for which they have received training.If an operative wishes to use a second type or brand of a similar CISRS-approved systems product, e.g. Cuplok and Genlok, the employer will be required to ensure all relevant product information is passed onto the operative, and that the operative is aware of any differences in product capability, erection procedure, tie patterns, etc.

We run all the following courses so you can choose the right one for you:

• Layher Allround • Genlok• Metrix• Peri Up Flex • Cuplok • Trad Lok • Plettac Altrad Contur• Kwikstage • Haki Universal • K-Lok


Duration1 Day

AttendeesThis course is designed for Trainee Scaffolders who have completed Scaffolder Part 1 and 2 training courses. Delegates must have at least 6 months’ site experience since completing the Part 2 training, and must complete their NVQ before attending the skills test. This Skills Test is a mandatory requirement of the CISRS scheme.

Objectives The main aim of this scaffolding training course is to assess delegates to the CISRS scheme requirements for a Scaffolder.Certification Successful delegates will receive a CISRS Completion Certificate and can apply for their CISRS Scaffolder Card, once received.

CISRS SCAFFOLDER SKILLS TEST (1 DAY)


Duration2 Days

AttendeesThis course is designed for Scaffolders who have completed the Advanced Scaffolder Training Course. Delegates must have at least 6 months’ site experience since completing the Advanced training, and must complete their NVQ before attending the skills test.

This Skills Test is a mandatory requirement of the CISRS scheme

ObjectivesTo deliver the knowledge and management skills required for first line management in the scaffolding industry.

Certification Successful delegates on this Scaffolder training course will receive a CISRS Completion Certificate and can then apply for their CISRS Advanced Scaffolder card once received.

CISRS ADVANCED SCAFFOLDER SKILLS TEST (2 DAY)


Duration5 days (one-week block or 1 day per week for 5 consecutive weeks).

AttendeesThe qualification is aimed at first line supervision for scaffolding contractors (e.g. Contract Managers, Supervisors, Foremen and Charge-hand Scaffolders.

ObjectivesTo give attendees both theoretical and practical knowledge to enable them to erect and dismantle complex scaffolds using laid down training guidelines.

Certification Successful delegates will receive a CISRS completion certificate and can apply for the gold CISRS Scaffolding Supervisor card.

ContentDay one – Health and safety

• Introduction & welcome• Aims & objectives• Legal overview – health & safety law• Health & safety management• HSE ACOPs and guidance• Risk assessment project

Day two – Performance standards

• British & European standards• NASC safety & technical guidance• Design engineering appreciation • Review risk assessment projects

Day three – Employment basics

• Legal overview (employment law)• Recruitment• Discipline & grievance• Managing absence• Managing conflict & resolution

Day four – Supervisory skills

• Planning & organisation• Materials & logistics• Competence & allocating duties• Effective supervision• Commissioning & handover• Statutory scaffold inspections.• Planning & Organisation• Effective communication (including

basic presentation skills, briefings & toolbox talks)

• Meeting skills• Customer relations• Performance management

Day five – Commercial skills• NASC commercial guidance• Sales, estimating & surveying• Contracts awareness• Managing variations• Valuations & payment• Payment disputes & remedies• Multiple choice test paper• Assess risk assessment project• Course summary & close• Multiple Choice Test Paper• Assess Risk Assessment Project• Course Summary & Close

CISRS SCAFFOLDING SUPERVISOR (5 DAY)


Duration2 Days

What is the EWPA scaffolding practical assessment?As an alternative to completing VQ portfolios for level 2, Trainees can undertake a practical assessment and interview, at a participating Accredited Centre.This is the Experienced Worker Practical Assessment (EWPA), in which Trainees attend a 2-day practical assessment to prove they have the skills and knowledge to be deemed competent.

CISRS (EWPA) EXPERIENCED WORKER PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT

The successful completion of EWPA would negate the requirement of attendance and successful completion of the CISRS Skills Test and VQ assessment. If the operative fails the EWPA, they will be advised by the centre of alternative methods available for completing their VQ.To be eligible for EWPA, a Trainee must have had a minimum period of 12 months' practical experience after completing their CISRS Part 2 training.EWPA is only currently available for VQ Level 2.


Duration5 Days

AttendeesThis scaffold course is designed for non-Scaffolders who erect, alter and dismantle very basic and routine scaffolding structures using specific modular system scaffolding.Attendees will be required to:• Hold a current Construction Skills

health & safety test pass certificate, or equivalent. As a basic scaffolding course, it is aimed at tradespersons such as bricklayers or maintenance operatives who have the need to construct their own temporary access.

• Have Attended a 1 day COTS at least 6 months before enrolment .

• Hold a COTS card or CSCS Trade Card (e.g. Bricklayer, Plasterer, Joiner, General Operative etc.) for a minimum of 6 months.

CISRS (BASE) BASIC ACCESS SYSTEM ERECTOR

ObjectivesThe aim of this CISRS basic access systems course is to provide operatives with limited skills and knowledge for safe use in accordance with the manufacturers’ instructions within restricted conditions and environments.

CertificationUpon successful completion of the course, the Trainee will be issued with a BASE Completion Certificate and an application form to apply for a BASE record card for the specific system scaffolding product in which they have been trained.The Accredited Centre will notify the data management unit at Construction Skills of successful completion.


Duration3 Days

AttendeesManagement / Supervision who are responsible for inspecting scaffolds and completing reports in accordance the Work at Height Regulations.CISRS would expect delegates to have awareness and experience of scaffolding structures. Examples could include:• Delegate has held a CISRS card for

less than 2 years• Delegate has relevant industry

experience and knowledge of scaffolding (e.g. Site Managers/Agents, Engineers or H&S Professionals). Note, CISRS may request evidence of experience

• Delegate has previously attended a Scaffold Appreciation/Awareness Course (1 Day) See page [46]

• Delegate has previously attended a Scaffold Inspection Course

CISRS BASIC SCAFFOLD INSPECTION (BSI)

ObjectivesTo give attendees the knowledge to enable them to understand how to inspect basic scaffolding structures in line with the requirements of the Work at Height Regulations.

CertificationSuccessful delegates of this scaffold inspection course will receive a CISRS completion certificate, and Simian will apply for the CISRS Basic Scaffold Inspection card on delegate’s behalf.

Course itinerary • Introduction to scaffolding &

scaffolding terminology• The work at height regulations• British, European and industry

standards (NASC)• Overview of SG4 fall arrest

equipment• TG20• Tube, fittings & boards• Safe ladder access and egress• Scaffolders training and

working methods

• Bracing and tying scaffolds• Fan boards and public protection• Mobile, static and loading towers• Birdcage scaffolds• Beams and bridging beams• Various types of system

scaffolding• How to carry out a scaffold

inspection• Scaffold tagging systems• Scaffold inspection exercise• Multiple choice test paper


Duration2 Days

Attendees This CISRS Advanced Scaffold Inspection Training course is designed for experienced Scaffolders and Scaffold Inspectors who are responsible for inspecting scaffolds and completing reports in accordance with the Work at Height Regulations. This course is also suitable for other professionals at a similar level who wish to expand their knowledge of scaffolding. Delegates must meet at least one of the following criteria before being accepted onto the course:• Hold a CISRS Basic SITS card for a

minimum of 2 years• Hold a CISRS Scaffolder card for a

minimum of 2 years• Hold a CISRS Advanced card• Have attended a retrospective

Advanced Inspection Course, with a CISRS provider, within a 10 year period prior to their enquiry

CISRS ADVANCED SCAFFOLD INSPECTION (ASI)

ObjectiveThe main objective of the Advanced Scaffold Inspection course is to give attendees more comprehensive and in-depth knowledge, to enable them to understand how to inspect complex scaffolding structures in accordance with the Work at Height Regulations. This is in addition to the skills needed to complete full scaffold inspection reports.

CertificationSuccessful delegates will receive a CISRS completion certificate, and Simian will apply for the CISRS Advanced Scaffold Inspection card on their behalf. Delegates are required to bring a passport photograph and current the CITB Health, Safety & Environment test pass certificate or valid exemption in order to receive certification.

ContentDay one

• Introductions & welcome• Aims & objectives• Practical exercise 1• Basic scaffolding types• Scaffolding components • Advanced terminology and

definitions• Legal overview• Role of the inspector• Industry performance standards• Foundations and ground

conditions• Ties and stability• Working platforms• Access and egress

Day two

• Design appreciation• TG20 compliant scaffolds (recap)• Special protection fans• Shoring scaffolds• Special freestanding scaffolds• Slung & suspended scaffolds• Cantilevered & truss-out scaffolds• Gantries• Ramps & gangways• Splayed / radial scaffolds• Temporary roofs, weather

protection & other enclosures• Temporary edge protection• Erection tolerances• Practical exercise 2• Multiple choice test paper


Content • Legislation• Regulations and guidance

affecting working at height with mobile access towers

• Pasma code of practice • Product standards en 1004:2004• Assembling, altering and

dismantling towers incorporating current best practice for fall protection

• Inspection of completed mobile access towers and completion of tower inspection records

• Hazards affecting the use of mobile access towers and how to avoid

Duration1 Day

AttendeesAll operatives who erect, move, alter, use, dismantle, or inspect lightweight tower scaffolding or those who supervise and manage such operatives.

ObjectivesTo give attendees knowledge of relevant regulations, codes of practice and good working practices along with hands on practical skills. This will enable them to safely erect, move, alter, use and inspect lightweight tower scaffolding.

CertificationSuccessful delegates will receive a training certificate and licence issued by PASMA.

PASMA TOWERS FOR USERS


DurationHalf day

AttendeesThis mobile tower course is designed for personnel who work from prefabricated units under 2.5m of height. No formal qualifications or experience are necessary, but it would be beneficial if delegates had a basic understanding of the risks associated with work at height.

Content • Current legislation• Regulations and guidance

affecting work at height with low level access units

• Pasma code of practice • Assembling, altering and

dismantling low level units incorporating current best practice for fall protection

• Inspection of completed low level units

• Hazards affecting the use of low level units

PASMA LOW LEVEL ACCESS

ObjectivesDelegates will learn how to safely assemble, dismantle and relocate low-level access units without risk of personal injury to the delegate or others.

CertificationA PASMA mobile tower scaffold training certificate and Photo Card will be issued to successful delegates who complete the theory and assessment sessions at the level they attend the course, which has a five-year validity period.


CITB SITE MANAGERS SAFETY TRAINING SCHEME (SSSTS)

Duration5 Days (Block, Split or Day Release)

AttendeesThis course is intended for Project Managers, Site Managers and Supervisors as well as proprietors of small to medium sized companies. Client-based personnel would also benefit from attending the course. For Site Managers, this qualification is listed in the Approved Code of Practice for the Construction Design and Management Regulations (CDM) as evidence of meeting the required standard of competence.

ObjectivesTo give an understanding of delegates’ responsibilities and accountability for site safety, health, welfare and current health and safety legislation. This industry-recognised course is ideal for companies who need to meet the ever-increasing demand for evidence of sound health and safety management on site.The course fee includes the CITB publication Construction Site Safety – Health, Safety and Environmental Information Manual (GE700) as well as other course materials.

CertificationA CITB Certificate of Training will be issued to all those who complete the course to a satisfactory standard.

Content • Health and safety law and

legislation• Risk assessments• Method statements• Managing site• Work at height• Electricity• Excavation• Confined space• Time management

• Safe systems of work• CDM• Management skills• Health issues• Asbestos• Manual handling• COSHH, noise, vibration• Environmental waste• Site layout and toolbox talk exercise


CITB SITE SUPERVISOR SAFETY TRAINING SCHEME (SMSTS)

Duration2 Days (Block or Day Release)

AttendeesThis course is intended for chargehands and site forepersons who are progressing into supervision.

ObjectivesTo provide training in supervisory skills and assist the management team in ensuring a safe site environment.

CertificationA CITB Certificate of Training will be issued to all those who complete the course to a satisfactory standard.

Content • Law and legislation• Supervisory skills• Safe systems of work• Occupational health• Fire• Hazardous substances• CDM

• Puwer• Work at height• PPE• Manual handling• Accident investigation• First aid• Monitoring


SAFE MANAGEMENT OF SCAFFOLDING OPERATIONS (SMSO)

Duration1 Day

AttendeesThis scaffolding health and safety course is designed for Company Directors, Managers, Safety Advisors, Contract Supervisors, Site Agents and others whose companies arrange, organise and control scaffolding operations on their sites.

Content • Introduction • Pre-contract planning for

scaffolding operatives • Scaffold design • Choosing a scaffolding contractor • Scaffolders training

and qualifications • Scaffolders safe working

practices, including safe use of harness to SG4

• Handover certificates • Safe use of scaffolding • Scaffolding supervision

and control • Scaffold inspections • Scaffold tagging systems • Monitoring scaffolding

operations on-site • Questions

ObjectivesThe aim of this scaffolding safety training is to give attendees up-to-date knowledge of how to safely manage and control scaffolding operations.

CertificationSuccessful delegates who complete this course receive a certificate of training attendance.


SAFE MANAGEMENT OF TEMPORARY WORKS (SMTW)

Duration1 Day

AttendeesThis course is aimed at construction sector management and those responsible for the planning, procurement, management and control of temporary works in building and civil engineering.

ObjectivesTo give delegates increased basic knowledge and awareness of the legal and industry requirements (BS5975) for the safe management of temporary works; delivered by construction, building and civil engineering contractors.

Content• Introduction and welcome • Course scope, aims & objectives • Overview of temporary works • Legal overview • British & European standards • Industry performance standards

(HSE ACoPs/guidance, industry guidance)

• Proprietary equipment manufacturers’ information

• Temporary works roles & competence

• TW engineer• TW coordinators• TW supervisors• Temporary works design

• Design competence• Design brief• Checking and verification• Temporary works procedures• Design control• Managing variations• Commissioning, permits, inspections• Coordination & supervision

on-site• Quality assurance• Temporary works – structures• Falsework (propping, shoring,

façade retention, etc.) • Formwork• Access scaffolding & edge

protection

• Fencing & hoarding• Earthworks• Excavations• Caissons• Cofferdams• Plant • Tower cranes• Mobile cranes• Hoists• Mewps• Test paper• Summary & review


PREVENTING FALLS IN SCAFFOLDING OPERATIONS (SG4)

DurationHalf Day

AttendeesAll Scaffolding Operatives, Supervisors and Managers are suitable for this Scaffolding Health and Safety Course

ObjectivesThe aim of this fall protection scaffolding safety training is to provide theoretical knowledge to attendees on how to inspect fall protection equipment and the work methods to be applied whilst erecting, altering and dismantling scaffolding.

CertificationA certificate of attendance will be issued to all those who complete the course to a satisfactory standard.

Content • Introduction • Background to the requirement

to use safety harnesses • SG4 safe systems of work • Collective protection • The safe zone • Relevant regulations and

HSE advice • How to inspect and wear a full

body safety harness, lanyard and scaffold hook

• Review of NASC SG4 • HSE and client enforcement of

use of safety harnesses • Practical inspection, where

possible, and wearing of safety harness

• Question session • Theory test paper


MANUAL HANDLING IN THE SCAFFOLDING INDUSTRY (SG6)

DurationHalf Day

AttendeesThis training is suitable for all Operatives who work in the scaffold industry, including Yard Staff, Drivers and Labourers.

ObjectivesThis course is designed reduce injury by demonstrating the correct kinetic handling techniques for those working in the industry.

Content • Introduction and welcome • General responsibilities • Planning for manual

handling (LITE) • Risk assessment and the manual

handling regulations • Health screening and capability • Manual handling aids

• Selection of materials • Video on SG6 • Kinetic lifting • Manual handling (including

practical element) • Questions/test paper


SCAFFOLDER RESCUE (SG19)

DurationHalf Day

AttendeesThis course is aimed at Scaffolders, Forepersons, Supervision staff and Members of Management.

ObjectivesThe purpose of this course is to give attendees the knowledge and skills to effectively plan and facilitate rescue and recovery of a Scaffolder suspended by Personal Fall Protection Equipment (PFPE). The course can be tailored to suit clients’ own arrangements and rescue equipment.

CertificationA certificate of attendance will be issued to all those who complete the course to a satisfactory standard.

Content• Introduction and welcome • Aims & objectives• Overview of temporary works • Legal overview – work at height

regulations 2005 (rescue only)• NASC safety guidance• SG4 – preventing falls (rescue only)• SG19 – rescue planning• Rescue equipment• Remote kits (scaffpack/gotcha)• Retractable inertia reels• Fully assisted kits• Rescue techniques

• Rescue without specialist rescue equipment

• Use of access equipment for rescue• Remote rescue techniques for

scaffolders suspended in free-space• Fully-assisted rescue for scaffolders

suspended in free-space• Role of the emergency services• HSE first aid advice• Syndicate exercise – prepare

rescue plan for a given scenario• Practical rescue exercises

& assessments• Simulation of a scaffolder

suspended within/adjacent to the

structure (e.g. Tower, independent or birdcage scaffolds)

• Simulation of a scaffolder suspended in free-space using retractable inertia lines (e.g. Cantilever, drop-lift, hung, truss-out, protection fan)

• Simulation of a scaffolder suspended in free-space using remote rescue equipment (e.g. Bridging with beams, gantry, temporary roofs (with voids)

• Test paper

• Summary & review


SCAFFOLD ANCHORS (TG4) MANAGEMENT

DurationHalf Day

AttendeesThis anchor testing course is specifically aimed at Scaffolding Management (Estimators, Managers, Supervisors, Forepersons and Chargehands) who are responsible for the planning of scaffolding with masonry anchors (and similar invasive anchors) for scaffold ties as per NASC Technical Guidance TG4.

Content • Introduction and welcome • Course objectives • Work at height regulations –

scaffolding stability • NASC TG4 • Tie frequency and loads • Selection of anchors for

base materials • Role of manufacturers and

suppliers of anchors

• Installation requirements (including training, instruction & supervision)

• Test reports & tie tags • Demonstration of the installation

of common anchor types • Practical exercise – tie testing

(preliminary and proof testing) • 10 Question multiple choice

test paper • Summary and close

ObjectivesThe aim of this scaffolding training is to give attendees theoretical knowledge for the planning of installation of anchor ties, and the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to undertake the tie testing in accordance with National Access and Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) Technical Guidance No. 4 and chapter 7 of TG20.

CertificationA Certificate of Training will be issued to all those who complete this scaffolding training course to a satisfactory standard.


SCAFFOLD ANCHORS (TG4) OPERATIVES

DurationHalf Day

AttendeesThis anchor testing course is specifically aimed towards Scaffolding Operatives who are responsible for the installation of masonry anchors (and similar invasive anchors) for scaffold ties as per NASC Technical Guidance TG4.


scaffolding stability • NASC TG4 • Tie frequency and loads • Selection of anchors (theory) • Installation in practice • Tie testing (preliminary and

proof testing)

• Test reports & tie tags • Practical exercise for the installation

of common anchor types • Tie testing demonstration • 10 Question multiple choice test

paper • Summary and close

ObjectivesThe purpose of this scaffolding safety course is to give attendees both theoretical and practical knowledge to enable them to install common anchor ties, and an appreciation of ties testing in accordance with National Access and Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) Technical Guidance No. 4 and chapter 7 of TG20.

CertificationAll successful delegates who complete this anchor testing course to a satisfactory standard will receive a certificate of training.


TG20 AWARENESS (MANAGEMENT)

Duration1 Day

AttendeesThis course is based upon the NASC publication ‘A Comprehensive Guide to Good Practice for Tube & Fitting Scaffolding; and is suitable for Managers, Scaffold Inspectors & Health & Safety Professionals.’

ObjectivesTo show that the delegate has knowledge to implement the standards recommended by TG20.

CertificationAll successful delegates who complete this course to a satisfactory standard will receive a certificate of training.

Content • Introduction and welcome• History of scaffolding• Work at height regulations• EN standards• TG20 changes and compliance

sheets• Clients brief• Site safety• Independents

• Bracing• Tie patterns• Beams• Towers and mobile towers• Birdcages, loading bays

and splays• House building scaffolds• Questions/test paper


TG20 AWARENESS (SCAFFOLDING OPERATIVE)

Duration1 Day

AttendeesAimed at scaffolding operatives and first line Supervision.

ObjectivesTo give attendees knowledge and awareness to enable them to erect traditional tube and fitting scaffolds in accordance with NASC Technical Guidance Note TG20 – Technical Guidance on the use of BS N 12811-1, Guide to Good Practice for a comprehensive Scaffolding Tubes and Fitting.

CertificationA certificate of training will be issued to all those who complete the course to a satisfactory standard.


scaffolding stability • NASC TG4 • Tie frequency and loads • Selection of anchors (theory) • Installation in practice • Tie testing (preliminary and

proof testing)

• Test reports & tie tags • Practical exercise for the

installation of common anchor types

• Tie testing demonstration • 10 Question multiple choice

test paper • Summary and close


SCAFFOLDING YARDMAN AND LABOURER

Duration1 Day

AttendeesThis course is aimed at Yard Operatives, Drivers, Scaffolders Labourers and Trainee Scaffolders.

ObjectivesTo give attendees a general knowledge and understanding of the basic yard and site skills, health and safety precautions and good practice to support scaffolding operations.

CertificationA certificate of training will be issued to all those who complete the course to a satisfactory standard.

Content • Introduction to scaffolding and

scaffolding terminology• General health and safety• British and European standards• How to inspect tube, fittings

and boards• Inspection of ladders• Quality control• Yard manual handling skills

• Moving vehicles and plant• Mechanical handling equipment• Loading and unloading vehicles• Stacking and storage of materials• Stores procedures• Service and repair of materials• COSHH• Knowledge test


EDGE PROTECTION

Duration2 Days

AttendeesConstruction operatives who are required to erect, alter and dismantle temporary edge protection using tube and fitting scaffolding.

ObjectivesTo give attendees such knowledge so as to enable them to erect, alter and dismantle temporary edge protection in accordance with the Work at Height Regulations, British and European Standards and industry best practice

Content Day one

• Introduction and welcome• Course scope, aims & objectives• Applications for edge protection• Legal overview (WAHR)• British & european standards

(BS EN 13374, BS EN 39, BS EN 74 etc.)

• Industry performance standards (NASC safety & technical guidance)

• Scaffolding terminology• Scaffolding materials• Inspection & maintenance of

materials manual handling in scaffolding (inc. practical exercises)

• Preventing falls in scaffolding

• The use of personal fall protection equipment for edge protection applications

• Practical exercise 1 – scaffolding boxing ring

• Practical exercise 1 continued• Summary & review

Day two

• Review of day one• Security and stability of

edge protection • Use of girder clamps• Use of masonry anchors (TG4) inc.

Installation and testing of anchors• Use of ground rakers and

buttress towers

• Netting and sheeting (wind loading)

• Methods of access for work at height (ladder, tower, MEWP)

• Practical exercise 2 – edge protection to a steel frame building

• Practical exercise 3 – edge protection to a low-level flat roof

• Overview of proprietary edge protection systems

• Protection of the public (including the HSE/LA protocol)

• Statutory scaffold inspection for edge protection

• Scaffold tagging systems


HARNESS USER AND INSPECTION

DurationHalf Day

AttendeesThis training course is aimed at harness wearers and competent persons responsible for issuing and inspecting harnesses on a regular basis.

ObjectivesThe course is intended to provide general information and guidance in the use of basic personal fall protection systems. It will cover the use of basic fall protection systems so that they may be used safely, and maintained in good order.

Content • Introduction and welcome• Course aims and objectives• Personal fall protection

(principles & terminology)• The work at height regulations • British & European standards• Industry guidance

Essential information and guidance will be provided for the management and supervision of work at height with regards to the appropriate use of personal fall protection equipment and it will ensure that delegates demonstrate a fundamental understanding of both the statutory requirements and established safe working practice for the use of personal fall protection systems.

CertificationA certificate of training will be issued to all those who complete the course to a satisfactory standard


WORK AT HEIGHT AWARENESS TRAINING

Duration1 Day

AttendeesThis course is aimed at Managers/Supervisors or Operatives who are responsible for organising, planning and supervising in accordance with the Work at Height Regulations

ObjectivesThe aim of this training course is to give attendees knowledge to enable them to understand how to meet their personal duties as defined within the Work at Height Regulations.

Certification A certificate of training will be issued to all those who complete the course to a satisfactory standard.

Content • The work at height regulations

legal overview • British standards • Competency• Roof work• Rescue• Collective protection• Personal protection• Safe access and egress

• Scaffold inspection• Inspection of existing working

platforms• Inspection of work equipment• Roofwork and fragile roofs• Ladders• Low level access• Knowledge test

TOOLBOX TALK PRESENTERS

Duration1 Day

AttendeesThis course is designed for Line-Management who are responsible for preparing and delivering modular training in the form of Toolbox Talks. It is particularly beneficial for Managers and Supervisors responsible for a workforce in the construction sector.

ObjectivesThe primary aim is to give delegates both the theoretical and practical knowledge and skills to present effective toolbox talk briefings.

A certificate of training will be issued to all delegates who complete the course to the required standard.

Content • Welcome & introduction • Objective of training • What is a toolbox talk? • Why carry out toolbox talks? • Planning modular training

programmes • Preparing a toolbox talk briefing • Practical – simple

presentation exercise

• Basic instructional techniques • Delivering a TBT effectively • Preparation of a topic • Practical – delivery of

selected topic • Summary & finish


Duration1 Day

AttendeesManagers, Supervisors, Operatives and Site Agents, who need to have scaffolding knowledge for their own safety and for the safety of others on site.

ObjectivesTo give attendees up to date knowledge of scaffolding safety and how to safely observe and control scaffolding operations.

Content • Introduction to Scaffolding • Scaffolding Terminology • Tubes, Fittings, Boards • Legal Requirements and Codes

of Practice (Overview) • Technical Standards & Scaffold

Design Overview (TG20)• Independent Scaffold • Tower Scaffolds• Ladder Access and Egress

• Beams and Bridging• Public Protection• Scaffolders Training and Safe

Working Practices• Handover Certificates• Scaffold Inspections• Scaffold Tagging Systems• Questions• Theory Test Paper

Note: This course is eligible for CITB training grant aid to those within scope.

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IPAF PUSH AROUND VEHICLE (PAV)

DurationHalf day

AttendeesThis training is for all operators of PAV Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs), including the Pop-Up Eco and Pro machines.Note: If delegates already hold an IPAF Powered Access Licence (PAL Card) categories 1a or 3a, then they simply need familiarisation and a record in their IPAF log book. Product familiarisation training is available from Pop-Up Products. There is a maximum number of eight attendees per course session, to ensure proper attention for each delegate.

ObjectivesThe purpose of this course is to give delegates the essential knowledge and skills to operate PAV MEWPs effectively and safely. All Trainees that fulfil the requirements of this IPAF accredited training will receive a PAV Powered Access Licence.

CertificationThe IPAF-accredited training course for Operators of Push Around Vehicle (PAV) type Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) is an internationally recognised training qualification.

Content • Introduction• Legislation & guidance• Pre-use inspection

& handover• Operating instructions• Safe operating methods &

hazards• Practical training

& assessment• Theory test• Evaluation, summary

& close


IPAF OPERATOR TRAINING COURSE (3A)

Duration1 day

AttendeesThose who use, supervise or manage the use of powered access scissor lifts, self-propelled boom lift, trailer mounted boom lifts and aerial work platforms.

ObjectivesTo provide delegates with the essential knowledge required to operate MEWP’s efficiently and safely.

CertificationSuccessful delegates will receive an IPAF Powered Access Licence (PAL) Operate Card, an IPAF Certificate of Competency, a safety guide and an IPAF log Book.

Content • Introduction • Mewp categories structural

parts regulations • Pre-use inspection/handover • Safe operating methods

and hazards • Theory test (pass or fail) • Practical training • Practical assessment

(pass or fail) • Licence renewal and

log book


IPAF OPERATOR TRAINING COURSE (3B)

Duration1 day

AttendeesThose who use, supervise or manage the use of powered access scissor lifts, self-propelled boom lift, trailer mounted boom lifts and aerial work platforms.



Content • Introduction • MEWP categories • Structural parts • Regulations • Pre-use inspection/handover • Safe operating methods

and hazards

• Theory test (pass or fail) • Practical training • Practical assessment (pass

or fail) • Licence renewal and log book


IPAF OPERATOR TRAINING COURSE (3A & 3B)

Duration1 day

AttendeesThose who use, supervise or manage the use of powered access scissor lifts, self-propelled boom lifts, trailer mounted boom lifts and aerial work platforms.



Content • Introduction • MEWP categories • Structural parts • Regulations • Pre-use inspection/handover • Safe operating methods

and hazards • Theory test (pass or fail) • Practical training • Practical assessment (pass

or fail) • Licence renewal and log book


ASBESTOS AWARENESS (HALF DAY)

DurationHalf Day

AttendeesThis non-scaffolding training is for aimed at any individual likely to come into contact with asbestos in the construction and refurbishment sectors. The Health and Safety Executive has identified 16 target groups of approximately 1.8m persons who could be eligible for this course.

Content • Introduction, welcome

and registration • The properties of asbestos and

its effects on health • The products and materials likely

to contain asbestos • The potential operations that

could result in asbestos exposure

• The importance of and types of preventative controls that can be used to minimise exposure

• How to avoid the risks from asbestos

• Emergency procedures to deal correctly with an asbestos incident

Objectives This training course is designed to meet and exceed the HSE’s specifications on working adjacent to potential sources of asbestos exposure, and provides useful information on how workers can be protected.

CertificationSuccessful delegates will receive full UKATA certification, which is valid for a 12-month period in line with the HSE’s Approve Code of Practice on the Control of Asbestos Regulations

In conjunction with our UKATA registered training partner, AC&T LLP


MANAGING ASBESTOS (1 DAY)

Duration1 Day

AttendeesThose who have responsibility to manage asbestos.

ObjectivesDelegates on this course are typically those who have a direct responsibility for the management of asbestos in existing buildings

CertificationSuccessful candidates are awarded UKATA certification, which is valid for a 12-month period.


and registration • Asbestos – awareness • Legislation • Asbestos management plan • How to disseminate information

and protection of works

• Asbestos remediation process • Selection of suitable surveyor

and licensed asbestos removal contractor

In conjunction with our UKATA registered training partner, AC&T LLP


NON-LICENSED ASBESTOS

DurationMinimum 1 day, depending upon range of tasks identified.

AttendeesDelegates predominantly include in-house maintenance staff where a licence is not required.

ObjectivesThis non-scaffolding course will demonstrate, in a practical way, how to prevent exposure to asbestos when working with or removing non-licensed asbestos.

CertificationSuccessful delegates receive UKATA certification, which is valid for a 12-month period


and registration • The properties of asbestos and

its effects on health • The products and materials likely

to contain asbestos • The potential operations that

could result in asbestos exposure • The importance of and types of

preventative controls that can be used to minimise exposure

• How to avoid the risks from asbestos

• Decontamination procedures • Emergency procedures to deal

correctly with an asbestos incident • General procedures to be

followed in the event of release of asbestos

• Selection care and use of PPE and RPE

• Waste handling and disposal • Non-asbestos hazards • Use of tools, plant and equipment


WAYS TO PAY:SCAFFPLAN

What you may need to save*

Industry new entrant,

i.e. no COTS qualification.£120 Deposit24 x monthly payments of £100.00

Existing part 1 card holder

£250 Deposit24 x monthly payments of £88.08To become a card holding CISRS Part Two Scaffolder!

*Other options available, you decide.

Scaffplan is an innovative and cost effective way of progressing through the scaffolding ranks!Spread the cost of your scaffolding training over a timescale that suits your circumstances!Whether you’re just entering the industry, a COTS card holder, a Trainee or a Part 1 Scaffolder – We have a payment plan to suit you!

The delegate pays a deposit & chooses the monthly payment amount.

Payments continue until sufficient funds are accrued to pay for the next required course.

The delegate attends the courses and payments continue towards the next course.

The delegate attends the next course & payments continue if required.

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SIMIAN RISKWe’re world-leading experts in working at height


Simian’s key consultancy services include

• Independent Scaffold Inspection – a practical, cost-effective service to ensure compliance with statutory inspection requirements or to provide reassurance in regard to existing inspection arrangements (includes scaffolding anchor testing)

• Retained Health & Safety Consultancy – a service to provide competent health and safety advice

• Project Scaffold Coordination & Safety Cover – the provision of scaffold industry qualified safety personnel to drive the standards you require and coordinate and monitor scaffolding activity

• Scaffolding Compliance Audits – a holistic review of all scaffolding management processes and operational practices to drive safety performance and reduce accident frequency

• Supply Chain Support – Assistance for scaffold specifiers in identifying and assessing the capability of potential scaffolding suppliers

• Expert Witness Reports – for the Claimant, Defence or as a Single Joint Expert

• Scaffolding Contractor Vetting – Desktop and site-based audits of scaffolding suppliers

• Pre-Qualification Support – Assistance in achieving compliance with one the many industry standards, including RISQS (rail), CHAS, Building Confidence and NASC membership.

• Risk Management Surveys – Pre-cover surveys to assist insurers and brokers in understanding the level of risk in a would-be client’s operations.

• Technical Authoring – The authoring of specifications and standards to form the basis for compliance at all levels

AN INTRODUCTION TO SIMIAN RISK

With offices located in the UK and UAE, we provide global scaffolding consultancy services and technical support consistent with internationally recognised standards and accreditations.


RETAINED HEALTH AND SAFETY CONSULTANCY SERVICE

Included in a retained service agreement

• Retained Client Certificate – can be displayed in the reception of your business and included in clients’ prequalification submissions (PQQ).

• Competent Advice – we assume the role of competent advisor, responsible for keeping you up-to-date with changes in legislation and access industry best practice. We provide:

- Email Bulletins / Newsletters (at least monthly).

- Free Update Seminars (at least once per year).

• Initial Audit – A full compliance review audit carried out by a Senior Consultant includes a full written report, review meeting and action plan.

• Annual Review – meeting with management to ensure you’re kept up to date and key documentation remains current.

• Unlimited Advice – by telephone or email. We keep an extensive library of up-to-date reference material. Includes out of hours contact details.

• Emergency Response – we guarantee to respond to serious health and safety issues within 24 hours e.g. accident/incident investigation, HSE enforcement action, site non-compliance issues ( job stopped on safety grounds) etc.

• Nominated Consultant – we provide you with a nominated consultant for day to day issues. We also employ a team of consultants to ensure you get prompt advice and assistance at all times.

• Resources – the level of service can be matched to the demands of your business. Consultant’s time can be built into the retained service agreement or additional time can be called upon on an ad hoc basis.

• Discounted Training – retained clients receive preferential training rates at Simian Skill and priority to special and last minute offers at significantly reduced rates.

The retained health and safety consultancy provides you with competent advice from the access industry health and safety experts. Our consultants are qualified health and safety professionals with extensive scaffolding industry experience.


Simian Risk are experts in all aspects of scaffolding safety and have a wealth of experience in carrying out health and safety audits and inspections for scaffolding.

What we do

As part of our comprehensive scaffolding safety consultancy services, we can provide tailored scaffolding inspection services and scaffolding safety audits to meet each client’s particular requirements.

The UK legal framework specifies that all scaffolding should be inspected to ensure it meets appropriate safety standards following:

• Installation and before first use• At an interval of no more than

seven days• Any circumstances that arise which

could potentially compromise the safety of the installation, for example extreme weather conditions

The legal responsibility for scaffold inspection rests with the hiring organisation and Simian can assist in the discharging of these duties.

Scaffolding Inspections

Simian Risk provides an independent scaffold inspection service that meets the legal requirements of The Work at Height Regulations, these include:

• Before use• Handover• Design handover• Seven day (Statutory)

CISRS Scaffold Inspection

All of our inspectors are directly employed, highly experienced and qualified CISRS Advanced Scaffolders & Scaffolder Inspectors, and hold various levels of membership of the Institute of Occupational Safety & Health (IOSH). Simian Risk Management carries comprehensive indemnity insurance for the provision of these totally independent and impartial services.

Adhoc and Scheduled Monitoring

We perform scheduled and ad-hoc scaffolding inspections to monitor compliance and supplement the statutory inspections carried out by or on behalf of the client. A full written report is provided and digital photographs can be included to support our findings and recommendations.

Scaffolding Audits

One-off or scheduled scaffolding safety audits can be used to ascertain the adequacy of completed scaffolding structures, management arrangements (of the scaffolding supplier and/or the client), temporary works (scaffold design) arrangements and operational safety on site, including compliance with SG4, TG20 and the Work at Height Regulations.

INDEPENDENT SCAFFOLD INSPECTIONS, MONITORING & AUDITS


SCAFFOLDING & ACCESS SUPPLY CHAIN SUPPORT CONSULTANCY SERVICE

Providing independent specialist expert support for supply chain professionals who are responsible for improving and managing the provision of temporary scaffolding and access services.

Key Elements of Supply Chain Support:

• Capability Assessments – assistance in the selection and vetting of scaffolding and access contractors that meet the needs of the business and share common objectives. Whether for a tender process or as part of a supplier consolidation exercise.

• Scaffolding Specifications – producing general or contract specific specifications, policies or procedures bespoke to the client’s needs and expectations – the client sets the performance standard (e.g. best practice or legal minimum).

• Tender Process Assistance – providing expert advice and evaluation assistance for safety, quality and technical performance.

• Frameworks – establishing framework contracts with preferred / approved contractors to ensure best value and improving commercial, quality, safety and technical standards – in line with the client’s business objectives.

• Measuring Performance – pro-active compliance monitoring and auditing to ensure continual improvement and maintenance of performance standards after award. Establishing KPI’s, targets and objectives.

• Training & Mentoring – working with operational, procurement and commercial teams by providing advice, training and mentoring to increase and maintain knowledge.

• Contractor Forums – assisting clients to establish and manage contractor review forums to provide feedback and drive improvement. Sharing best practice and learning from contractor performance (good and bad).

• Dispute Resolution – assist clients and contractors by providing an impartial ‘Honest Broker’ for dispute resolution.


SCAFFOLD PROJECT MANAGERS / SUPERVISORS AND COORDINATORS

On larger projects many of our clients simply do not have the time to adequately plan & manage scaffolding activity & interfaces. Our scaffolding co-ordinator service was set up to provide the necessary support. Our assigned individual will...

• An experienced Scaffolder with knowledge of industrial projects and be there to advise both trade leads and scaffolding operatives.

• Assume responsibility for the assigned project scaffolding and be the go-to person between the client and contractor.

• Assist to supervise, plan, and schedule scaffolding related work activities in line with the needs of the individual trades.

• Liaise with other trade coordinators to manage manpower and material and ensure that the scaffolds that are required are fit for purpose (Making sure men and materials is not underutilised in other areas).

• Coordinate the activities of the scaffold contractors ensuring the design of the scaffold (if needed) is correct and implementation goes ahead as per the plan.

• Ensure that workers on project are trained and knowledgeable of specifications and work procedures, and that work is being performed in

conformance with specified quality requirements.

• Plan required work activities to ensure that design drawings, tools, equipment, and materials are available.

• Manage and coordinates the activities of contractors within an area of assigned discipline in conjunction with contracts other trade leads.

• Monitor the activities of assigned contractors and ensures compliance with project safety policies.

• Play an active role in the development of the safety culture on the project, making safety a natural part of all work performed. Lead by example at all times.

• Remain knowledgeable of safety policies and procedures as well as performing assigned duties in a safe manner and, while supervising others, have responsibility for their safety and ensures that they comply with established safety policies and procedures and practice safe work habits.

• Control change/scope creep, ensuring that all scope changes are quickly and properly documented, and that change orders are approved prior to the performance of work .

• Schedule work activities and manpower requirements to meet established completion dates

• Review work assignments with craft supervisors and gives instruction relative to the methods and procedures to be used as well as desired results.

• Monitor construction activities to ensure work efficiency and that quality and workmanship meet project standards and specifications.

• Works closely with the Module Leads to maintain onsite standards.

• Have a good understanding of Risk Assessments, Method Statements and Rescue.


SAFETY ADVISORS

Overview of Service

Simian safety advisors are all directly employed by Simian and all are Advanced Scaffolders/Advanced Scaffold Inspectors and Nebosh qualified. All of our team cover the following whilst on site or office based. • Investigating/recording incidents,

accidents, complaints and cases of ill health

• Undertaking risk assessments and site inspections

• Ensuring that equipment is installed correctly/safely

• Identifying potential hazards • Determining ways of reducing risks • Writing internal health and safety

policies/strategies • Compiling statistics • Drawing-up safe operational practices

and making necessary changes

• Writing reports, bulletins and newsletters

• Making presentations to groups of employees/managers

• Providing health and safety meetings and training courses for employees

• Liaising with relevant authorities • Keeping up to date and ensuring

compliance with current health and safety legislation

• Undertaking training and developing courses

• Inspecting Scaffolds where needed.

SCAFFOLD MENTORS

Overview of Service

Simian Scaffold Mentors are on projects where training has taken place and our team are there to enhance their competence. Our mentors are normally put in specific areas to work with small teams of Scaffolders, scaffold inspectors or both.

Our mentors work with the teams assessing their performance through practical tasks, questions and observations.

ANCHOR TESTING

Overview of Service

Simian Risk Group provides independent onsite Scaffold Anchor Testing services for clients and scaffolding contractors, performed by fully trained scaffold inspectors in accordance with NASC Technical Guidance TG4 Anchorage Systems for Scaffolding.

Included in Anchor Testing services:

• Preliminary testing• Anchor selection advice• Proof testing• Test reportsWe provide Scaffold Anchor Testing services throughout the UK.



SIMIAN INTERNATIONALWe’re world-leading experts in working at height


INTERNATIONAL ACCREDITED SCAFFOLDER TRAINING

Introduction

Operating internationally with extensive experience working for Government’s, Enforcing Authorities, Clients and Contractors, in construction, oil and gas, power generation and manufacturing sectors. Simian International is a training provider with dedicated scaffolding training facilities in UAE, Nigeria and Oman, as well as providing approved training and assessment on site. We are the organisation behind the international scaffolder training standard providing recognised qualifications for the global scaffolding market and we hold several internationally recognised training and assessment accreditations.

CISRS Overseas Scheme

• Overseas Scaffolder (Level 1)• Overseas Scaffolder (Level 2)• Overseas Scaffolder (Level 3)• Overseas Scaffoder (Level 4)• Basic Scaffold Inspector• Advanced Scaffold Inspector• Scaffolding Supervisor

PASMA Mobile Tower CoursesSimian Risk Group is an occupational health and safety consultancy and training provider specialising in scaffolding and work at height.

General enquiries0345 602 2418 [email protected] www.simian-risk.com

London OfficeArgyle House, 29-31 Euston Rd,London, NW1 2SD Head OfficeWallis House, Birchwood Park, Warrington, WA3 6FW

UAE OfficeKnowledge Village,PO Box 502221Dubai, UAE

Simian Skill c/o Carshalton CollegeNightingale Road, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2EJ

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