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LEADER'S GUIDE

1432-LDG-E

SUSPENDED SCAFFOLDING SAFETY

Training for the OSHA SCAFFOLDING STANDARD

Quality Safety and Health Products, for Today...and Tomorrow

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THE REGULATORY COMPLIANCE KIT VIDEO SERIES

This education program is part of a comprehensive series of programs on important regulatory topics. Many of these programs have been created to meet employee training requirements of specific OSHA, EPA and DOT regulations. The series includes programs on the following regulations and topics:

- The Asbestos Standard. - The Bloodborne Pathogens Standard. - The Confined Space Entry Standard. - DOT Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR). - Emergency Planning. - Forklifts/Powered Industrial Trucks Standard. - The "HAZWOPER" Standard (Hazardous Waste Operations and

Emergency Response). - Hearing Conservation and Safety - Indoor Air Quality. - The Laboratory Standard. - The OSHA Lead Standard (Industrial and Construction versions). - Lock-Out/Tag-Out. - The OSHA Recordkeeping Standard. - The Personal Protective Equipment Standards (Industrial and

Construction versions). - The Respiratory Protection Standard. - Right-To-Know/The Hazard Communications Standard (Industrial

and Construction versions). - Supported Scaffold Safety (Industrial and Construction versions). - Suspended Scaffold Safety (Industrial and Construction versions). - The CDC Tuberculosis Prevention Guidelines.

Other products in the Regulatory Compliance Kit line include compliance manuals, employee booklets and posters which have been designed specifically to be used with the programs. These products can be used to satisfy OSHA, EPA and DOT compliance requirements for creating written compliance programs, as well as employee training.



WARRANTY/DISCLAIMER "This program has been created to assist companies that are endeavoring to educate their employees regarding good safety and health practices. The information contained in this program is the information available to the producers of the program at the time of its production. All information in this program should be reviewed for accuracy and appropriateness by companies using the program to assure that it conforms to their situation and recommended procedures, as well as to any state, federal or other laws and regulations governing their operations. There is no warranty, expressed or implied, that the information in this program is accurate or appropriate for any particular company's environment. In order to comply with OSHA's scaffolding regulation, employees must be provided with site-specific information in addition to the information presented in this program."

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION TO THE PROGRAM

- Structure and organization - Background - Objectives - Reviewing the program

2 PREPARING FOR THE PRESENTATION

- Structuring the presentation - Setting up the class and classroom

3 CONDUCTING THE SESSION

- The initial steps - Showing the program - Conducting the discussion - Concluding the presentation - Wrapping up the paperwork

4 OUTLINE OF MAJOR POINTS IN THE PROGRAM 5 ACCOMPANYING MATERIALS

- Scheduling and Attendance Form - Quiz - Training Certificate - Employee Training Log



INTRODUCTION TO THE PROGRAM Structure and Organization Information in this program is presented in a definite order, so that employees will see the relationships between the various groups of information and can retain them more easily. The sections included in the program are:

- Definitions of suspended scaffolds.

- Responsibilities of a scaffold expert.

- Hazards of working with suspended scaffolds.

- Suspension devices.

- Maximum intended load.

- Outrigger beams.

- Tie-backs and counterweights.

- Ropes and hoists.

- Platforms.

- Boatswain's chairs.

- Safe work practices.

- Personal fall arrest systems (PFAs).

- Guarding against falling objects. Each of the sections covers important information in one topic area, providing employees with general knowledge about working in and around suspended scaffolds.



Background For many people, getting to their jobs means driving a car or hopping on a bus or train. But for some workers, it involves climbing onto a scaffold to work on a building or other structure. Whenever someone leaves the ground, the risk of an accident increases dramatically. With more than 10,000 scaffold-related injuries reported each year, OSHA has mandated that workers be trained on how to safely erect and use these valuable work platforms. From ensuring that the hanging devices are attached to structurally sound objects to clearing a platform of unnecessary materials and debris workers can reduce the odds that they or their coworkers might be involved in an accident when using a scaffold. But too many workers approach scaffolds with a lack of knowledge about the hazards and limitations of these temporary work surfaces. No matter what type of suspended scaffold a worker uses, they need to understand that the dangers associated with this type of equipment can be minimized with proper training, preparation and maintenance. This program highlights the primary causes of safety problems associated with suspended scaffolds, and shows workers how to use proper procedures to work with them safely. Objectives This training program is designed to present information about the nature of OSHA's Scaffolding Regulation and help employees reduce or eliminate potential hazards in their work environments. Upon completion of the program, employees should:

- Know what the responsibilities of a scaffold expert are, and understand why OSHA mandates that an expert be present at every scaffold worksite.

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- Recognize the dangers of power lines, and other electrocution hazards.

- Be able to determine how to effectively use outrigger beams,

including counterweights and tie-backs.

- Understand how the components of personal fall arrest systems work together to help keep workers safe.

- Understand the concept of maximum intended load and why it is an

integral part of scaffolding safety.

- Recognize the importance of limiting the build-up of tools and debris on a suspended scaffold.

Reviewing the Program As with any educational program, the presenter should go through the entire program at least once to become familiar with the content and make sure the program is consistent with company policy and directives. An Outline of Major Program Points section is included in this Leader's Guide to help with this task and for general reference. As part of this review process, you should determine how you, as the presenter, will conduct your session. The use of materials such as handouts, charts, etc., that may be available to you needs to be well thought out and integrated into the overall program presentation.



PREPARING FOR THE PRESENTATION Structuring the Presentation In conducting this education session, you should proceed with a friendly and helpful attitude. Remember that the trainees are looking to your experience and knowledge to help them relate to the situations shown in the program. It is important to let the trainees interact with you and each other during the training session. Stimulating conversation within the group is one of the best things you, as the presenter of the program, can do to help everyone get as much as possible from the session. Be alert for comments that could help in this area in future sessions and make note of them. As the presenter, you also should:

- Keep the session related to the topic of suspended scaffolding safety.

- Relate discussions to your company's operations, procedures and

responsibilities.

- Prevent any one person or small group of employees in the session from doing all the talking.

- Get everyone involved. Ask questions of those who don't participate

voluntarily.

- Clarify comments by relating them to the key points in the program. Use the Outline of Major Points section in this guide, as well as the information included in the quiz, as the basis for answering any questions. If you don't know the answer, say so. Tragic results may occur should you provide incorrect or inaccurate information. Remember, this is a positive program on suspended scaffolding safety. Make sure your attitude and words reflect this and that the emphasis is always on providing the information needed by the attendees to work safely in their jobs.



Setting Up the Class and Classroom Remember, there are a number of things that must be done to set up the class as well as the classroom. These fall into several groups of activities, and include:

- Scheduling and Notification - Use the enclosed form to schedule employees into the

session. - Make sure that the session is scheduled so that it fits

into your attendees' work day. - Send out notification of the session well in advance, to

give people enough time to incorporate it into their schedule for that day.

- If possible, post a notification on bulletin boards in the affected employees' areas.

- The Classroom

- Schedule the room well in advance. - Make sure the room can accommodate the expected

number of attendees. - Check it again on the day of the program to make sure

there is no conflict. - Make sure the room can be darkened, and won't create

a glare on the television screen. - Locate the light controls and test them. - Make sure the power for the videotape or DVD player

you are using operates separately from the room light. - See if you can control the room temperature. - Know where the closest restrooms are located. - Assure that the room is free from distracting noises. - Make sure emergency exits are marked and known to

the attendees.

- Seating - Make sure everyone can see the screen from their seat. - Make sure everyone can hear the videotape/DVD and

you (when you speak).



- Check to see that seating is such that writing can be done easily.

- Make sure the seating arrangement allows eye contact between attendees, and between you and attendees.

- Equipment and Materials

- Make sure the videotape or DVD player, monitor, and all appropriate cables and extension cords are available.

- Make sure a stand or table is available and is of appropriate height for all attendees to easily see the monitor.

- If you plan on using a chartpad, blackboard, or other writing board, make sure it is available, easy to see, and you have the proper writing implements.

- Make sure you have 6" x 8" index cards or other materials to be used as name tents for attendees.

- Make sure you have made up a sufficient number of copies of the quiz, as well as any other handouts you are using.

- Final Check

- Make sure equipment is in the room prior to the scheduled session.

- Check to see that the room is set up properly. - Check equipment prior to the presentation to assure

that it works. - Make sure extension cords, etc. are taped down, if need

be, to avoid tripping. - If you are using the videotape version of the program,

run the leader up to the point where the program begins.



CONDUCTING THE SESSION The Initial Steps In conducting the session remember the positive nature of this presentation. Everyone is attending in order to learn more about how to do things safely. Initially, you need to:

- Introduce yourself as the session leader.

- State the title of the program, Suspended Scaffolding Safety.

- Inform the attendees when there will be breaks (if you plan them) the location of exits and restrooms and if water, coffee, or other refreshments will be available.

- Make sure all of the attendees have signed in on your scheduling

and attendance sheet. Remember, it is very important to document peoples' attendance at the session.

Once this housekeeping is done, it is time to move to the meat of the session. First, the attendees need to be informed about the objectives of the session (this is where you can use a flip chart or board to list the objectives, which should be done prior to the class starting). This listing should be preceded with some introductory remarks. Your own words are always best, but the remarks should follow along the lines of the following:

"Today we are going to talk about OSHA's scaffolding regulation, and how we can work as safely as possible with suspended scaffolds as well as the equipment and tools that we use when we are on these platforms."

"We have a pretty good safety program here. However, as we all know, from time to time accidents can still occur when we use scaffolds. Materials we are using can fall off a scaffold, or a hammer or other tool can slip out of someone's hand and quickly head for the ground. A coworker might even stumble or trip, and could end up in



a dangerous position as a result. All of these situations have the potential to cause an injury."

"As you probably know, the government has created a set of regulations to make sure that companies that use scaffolds do as much as possible to protect their employees from accidents and injuries. To help us understand these regulations and learn how to reduce or eliminate scaffold-related accidents and injuries, we need as much information as possible about how to set up, maintain and use scaffolds."

"We realize that the first step in protecting ourselves in these situations is to be able to recognize situations where injuries can occur. We have tried whenever possible to limit these hazards through safe work practices. We also know that it is important to use appropriate personal protective equipment in many of our tasks."

"These are the type of things the scaffolding regulation address. And learning more about these topics is the focus of our session. To make this the most productive session possible, we need to look at what we want to accomplish here today (verbally reference the Objectives list provided in the preceding section of this guide, or point to the board or chart where they have been written down)."

Once the objectives have been provided, you are ready to show the program. However, you do need to let the attendees know that they will be taking a quiz at the end of the session (if you are using it). It needs to be emphasized that they are not being graded, but that the quiz is being used to see if the session is effectively transmitting information to them in a way they will remember. Showing the Program At this point, you need to introduce the title of the program once again, Suspended Scaffolding Safety, darken the lights if necessary, and begin the showing of the program. If you are using the DVD version of the course you have several options as to how you can move through the program and what employees see.



T

he DVD menu has two selection bars:

- Play. - Contact Us.

To just play the program from beginning to end, select Play. If you would like information on other programs and products that are available from Training Network you can select Contact Us for information about how to contact us. Conducting the Discussion After the program has been shown, it is time for the group discussion on the information contained in the session. Care must be taken to make sure that the discussion is kept to the general topic of suspended scaffolding safety. There are several ways to conduct these discussions. These include:

- Calling for questions from the attendees and using these questions as the basis for the discussion.

- Leading the discussion through the points covered in the program

using statements such as: - "One of the sections that we saw in the program was

about the maximum intended load of a scaffold. Who can tell us what this is and how it is determined?"

- "We saw some interesting things about using a boatswain's chair. Who can review OSHA's regulations concerning this type of suspended scaffold?"

You should use the discussion format that you are most comfortable with. The Outline of Major Points section in this guide, and the questions and answers in the master copies of the quiz can be very useful as a basis for discussion.



Remember, you have allocated a limited amount of time in which this discussion can take place. It is important to blend the attendees' questions and areas of obvious interest with the objective of trying to touch on each major area within the session in the discussion. By touching on each area, the attendees are much more likely to retain the information presented in the session. Concluding the Presentation Once discussion has concluded, whether naturally or you have had to bring the discussion to a close in order to complete the session within the time allowed, it is time to give the quiz (if you are using it). Again, remind the attendees that the quiz is only meant to help determine how effective the presentation of the information is, and that they will not be graded on it. Let them know that they have approximately five minutes to complete the quiz. At the end of the five minute period, remind the attendees to date and sign their quizzes, and then collect them. The attendees should be thanked for attending the session and reminded of any other sessions in the educational program that they may be attending. They can then be dismissed to return to their normal activities. *(An alternative to this approach is to give the quiz immediately after showing the program, then use a review of the quiz as a basis for your group discussion.)



Wrapping Up the Paperwork Before much time has passed, and the subject matter is fresh in your mind, several areas of paperwork must be completed. First, check to make sure that all attendees signed the scheduling and attendance form. Next, make sure that you have a quiz from every attendee, dated and signed. Also, depending upon what you have decided to do, a copy of the attendance sheet, along with the quiz for each attendee should be either filed in your files, or turned over to the attendee's department manager or the personnel office so that this paperwork can be included in their personnel file. Their training logs should also be updated, and each attendee should be given a filled out and signed training certificate, signifying that they have successfully completed the course. Remember, it is always a good idea to document information about an employee's attendance at these sessions, as well as the fact that the employee has come away from the session with some knowledge regarding suspended scaffolding safety.



OUTLINE OF MAJOR PROGRAM POINTS The following outline summarizes the major points of information presented in the program. The outline can be used to review the program before conducting a classroom session, as well as in preparing to lead a class discussion about the program.

- It's a simple fact: in order to do your job, you first have to get to where you work.

- Some people take a flight of stairs. - Others use elevators or escalators.

- But what if your job requires you to work suspended in mid-air 30

feet up? - In that case you need something much more

specialized to get there like a scaffold.

- When you are working high above the ground on structures like scaffolds, safety is especially important.

- In fact, scaffold safety is such a critical issue that OSHA has developed regulations specifically dealing with working on scaffolds.

- While there are many kinds of scaffolds covered by the OSHA regulations, this program will focus on suspended scaffolds.

- Suspended scaffolds are made up of one or more platforms that are

hung by metal or fiber rope. - The rope allows the platforms to be raised and lowered

to reach various work locations. - These scaffolds allow workers to safely reach difficult

places.



- Suspended scaffolds are like any other tool. - There are certain procedures that need to be followed to

make sure that no one gets hurt when they are used. - That's why workers must be trained on the rules and

safety regulations for suspended scaffolds before being allowed to use them.

- OSHA mandates that this training include:

- The proper ways to assemble and take down suspended scaffolds.

- Their correct use and placement. - How to handle materials when working on suspended

scaffolds. - Fall prevention and protection techniques.

- Even though workers must undergo this thorough training, OSHA

also requires that a scaffold expert be on site at all times whenever scaffolding is being used. This expert is responsible for:

- Designing each scaffold that is erected at the site. - Supervising scaffold construction. - Enforcing scaffold safety regulations. - Resolving any problems that relate to scaffolds.

- There are a number of hazards that you have to be concerned about

when working with scaffolds. - It is important to check the area where your scaffold will

be used before you even begin setting it up. - Look for things that could block the scaffold's path while

it is in motion. - Protruding objects like pipes and construction

equipment could very well tip the scaffold as it passes by.

- Electrocution can also be a hazard when you are working on a

suspended scaffold. - Make sure you are a safe distance from all electrical

sources. - Be especially aware of any nearby power lines that

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- The rule for working near power lines is the higher the voltage, the further away you should be.

- Ask your supervisor about how far away you should be from any lines around your work site.

- After your site has been inspected for obstructions and other

hazards you can move ahead with hanging a scaffold. - A scaffold expert will decide which suspension device

will best fit the structure that you are working on.

- There are a number of suspension devices to chose from, including: - Cornice hooks. - Parapet clamps. - Roof irons.

- These devices must be attached to parts of the structure that are

strong enough to support four times the maximum intended load of the scaffold.

- OSHA defines the maximum intended load as "...the total weight of a scaffold, including an estimate of all persons, equipment, tools and materials that can be applied to a scaffold or scaffold component at any time."

- All suspension devices must be made out of wrought iron, steel or a material equal in strength to these metals.

- When there are no points on the structure that can support a

suspended scaffold, outrigger beams are used. - These beams are anchored to bearing supports within

the structure, and extend the scaffold out and away from it.

- For best results, outrigger beams should be placed perpendicular to their supports, unless it is determined by a scaffold expert that it is safe to attach them at a different angle.



- The beams should then be stabilized with ropes known as tie-backs. - Like the scaffold, the tie-backs must be strong enough

to support the maximum intended load of the scaffold. - They should be securely anchored to bearing supports,

like a building's I-beams and girders not things that could give way, like vents, pipes or electrical conduit.

- To further stabilize the outrigger beams, counterweights should be

attached. - This creates a balance between the weight of scaffold

and the weight of the beam. - But be sure to only use weights that are designed

specifically to act as counterweights. - Don't use construction materials like bricks or bags of

sand because other workers might think they are available for their normal use, and remove them from the beam.

- Make sure the weights you do use are securely attached to the outrigger beams, so they don't shift or fall off, which would also unbalance the scaffold.

- Once the suspension devices are in place, you will need to install

either metal or fiber ropes, which will be used to hang the scaffold. - These ropes are your lifelines, and you need to make

sure that they are in top working condition at all times. - You should inspect them for damage and wear before,

during and after each use.

- Replace the ropes immediately if you find any damage that could reduce their strength, such as:

- Tears. - Gouges. - Frayed strands.



- Ropes must also be replaced if they have lost one-third of their original diameter at any spot, which can happen through:

- Exposure to the heat of welding torches. - Contact with electrical sources. - Abrasions. - Corrosion.

- You can have other problems with ropes, as well.

- Kinks can make it difficult for a rope to smoothly travel through a hoist while a scaffold is being raised or lowered.

- This could cause the scaffold to bounce, or become unbalanced, making it unsafe for workers.

- So kinked ropes should be replaced as well.

- Ropes also need to be replaced it they go through any high-speed braking situations.

- These occur when there is a sudden change in the speed of a rope as it travels through a hoist.

- Quick changes in a rope's speed are warning signs that the scaffold may be falling.

- If a change in speed is detected, the hoist's secondary safety brake

will be triggered to stop the scaffold's descent quickly and smoothly. - But when a secondary brake engages, it puts so much

strain on a rope that it may be unsafe to use the rope again.

- Once you have determined that the ropes are in good condition, they

can be fixed to the scaffold's hoist. - But remember, if you are using a powered hoist to move

your scaffold, it must have an electric or air-driven motor.

- Gas-powered motors are not permitted, since they are considered a fire hazard.



- Whatever types of hoists you are using, test them to make sure that they are in safe working condition before you begin to work.

- A hoist must also be able to safely support, decelerate and stop a load during a fall.

- Once the hoists have been tested, they are ready to be attached to

the suspension ropes (which allows the scaffold to travel up and down the side of the structure).

- Always check with your scaffold expert to make sure that you have enough rope to safely reach your destination.

- You don't want to run out while you are raising or lowering the scaffold.

- Related hardware must support up to six times the scaffold's

maximum intended load. - Since the ropes attach to the hoists, the hoists must

support six times the maximum intended load of a scaffold as well.

- Understanding these load capacities is important, because you rely on ropes and hoists to support you while you work.

- If you have any questions about the load capacity of the scaffolds, ropes or hoists you are using, talk to a scaffold expert before you begin work.

- But ropes and hoists are just part of the scaffold picture.

- You also need a sturdy platform to stand on.

- Platforms should be wide enough to: - Allow workers room to store their tools. - Permit people to move around and pass by each other

as they work.



- One type of suspended scaffold that doesn't require room for walking is a boatswain's chair.

- Boatswain's chairs are suspended from ropes. - They are designed to support only one worker, in a

seated position. - The worker can sit on a board or in a sling made from

fiber or synthetic material.

- If a wooden plank is used as a chair's seat, OSHA requires that it be no less than 12 inches wide by 14 inches long.

- It must be at least one inch thick, to be strong enough to support the weight of an average worker.

- When suspending a boatswain's chair, either a fiber or wire rope

must be used. - If fiber rope is used, it has to be at least 5/8 of an inch in

diameter. - Since wire rope is stronger, OSHA only requires it to be

3/8 of an inch in diameter. - Because heat can burn and weaken a fiber rope, wire

rope should always be used whenever you are working on any project that involves a heat-producing process, such as welding.

- No matter what type of suspended scaffold you work with, one safe

work practice you should always follow is to do a full inspection before each use.

- Check to see that components have not been worn or damaged, and that the scaffold is not overloaded.

- If you discover any problems, report them to your supervisor immediately.



- Another work practice that can help to keep you safe is limiting the build-up of tools and other debris on a scaffold platform. Debris can be kept to a minimum by:

- Throwing away trash that has accumulated on the platform at the end of your shift.

- Putting tools away as you finish using them. - Not allowing excess work materials to be stored on the

platform.

- Not only will this relieve stress on the scaffold, it will help reduce the number of slips, trips and falls that occur as well.

- Think before your reach is another safe work practice that is very

important when you are working on a scaffold. - If you are trying to get to a work area that is a little high

or low raise or lower the scaffold. - Don't test your balance by leaning or stretching to reach

your work.

- Leaning against the structure you are working on can create a dangerous gap between the platform and the structure or even push the platform out from under you.

- Stretching to extend your reach by standing on things such as

bricks, barrels and boxes is also dangerous. - These materials are not sturdy and can easily slip from

under you. - Since falling is one of the main concerns when working on a

suspended scaffold, personal fall arrest systems (PFAs) should be used by everyone who is working on a scaffold.

- PFAs work by slowing down, then gently stopping a fall.

- Personal fall arrest systems consist of: - An anchoring device that is connected to a supporting

structure. - A full-body harness. - A deceleration device. - A lifeline.



- PFA lifelines that are used on suspended scaffolds must be separate from the ropes that suspend the scaffold platform itself.

- Lifelines should only be attached to a structural member, like girders or I-beams, which can withstand the weight of a falling worker.

- PFA lifelines must not be attached to the scaffold or the suspension ropes.

- If the scaffold falls, it could pull the person at the end of the lifelines down with it.

- Another danger in connecting lifelines to a scaffold is that a falling

worker could pull the scaffold and everything on it down with them.

- It is also important that lifelines extend far enough to allow freedom of movement.

- If they don't, they should be repositioned immediately so that they are attached to another structural member closer to the scaffold platform.

- Lifelines also need to be able to swing clear of physical hazards like tools, debris or other workers.

- Pay particular attention when you are raising or lowering a scaffold,

making sure that lifelines are clear of all obstacles. - Above all, never disconnect yourself from your lifelines

while you are on a scaffold. - Because falling is such a problem when work is done with scaffolds,

even with PFAs guardrails should be installed on most suspension scaffolds before workers are allowed to get on them. OSHA requires that the guardrails:

- Be installed between 39 and 45 inches above the walking surface of a scaffold.

- Have a top and middle rail. - Be strong enough to withstand the force of an average

worker falling onto them.



- People aren't the only things that can fall from a scaffold. - Objects such as tools, building materials and debris can

also hit the deck. - This is where falling object protection comes into play. - Everyone on the job site needs to take an active role in

making sure that nothing falls from a scaffold they are working on.

- In addition to following good work practices, using preventative

measures like toe-boards, screens and debris nets can be a big help.

- Toe-boards form a protective lip around the edge of a platform, and help prevent objects from sliding or being kicked off a scaffold.

- Screens and debris nets hang beneath platforms to catch falling objects before they can do any damage.

- But if there is the potential for extremely heavy objects to fall,

screens and netting will not be sufficient. - In these cases, the area below the danger zone should

be roped off to protect people from possible injuries. - You can help to protect yourself from falling objects by

wearing a hard hat.



* * *SUMMARY* * *

- Whenever you are working on a scaffold, protecting yourself is your number one responsibility!

- OSHA has made sure that you will receive good safety information and training.

- But you have to do your part as well.

- Be sure to set up your scaffold suspension devices correctly.

- Remember to use counterweights if they are needed to help support the scaffold.

- Make sure that you know your ropes and how to attach them to the

equipment you are working with.

- Keep your scaffold free of unused tools, materials and other debris.

- Use guardrails and PFAs to protect yourself from falling while on the job.

- When you work on a suspended scaffold, gravity is always a

concern. - But if you follow the rules and safety precautions, you

can avoid letting it get you down.

- You should always be ready to rise to the occasion when you are working with suspended scaffolds!



ACCOMPANYING MATERIALS In order to assist you in complying with as many facets of your training requirements as possible, we have provided a number of specific materials that can be used with this program. Some of these materials have been furnished in master form. This will enable you to make as many copies of these forms as you need. If you have colored paper available to you, it is often useful to put each form on a different color. This enables you to easily differentiate between the materials. The materials enclosed with this guide include: Scheduling and Attendance Form This form is provided so you can easily schedule your attendees into each session of the program. It is important that you have each attendee sign-in on the appropriate form, documenting their attendance at the session. Usually, a copy of this attendance/sign-in form is filed in the employee's personnel file. Quiz The quiz is normally given after viewing the program. However, if you want an indication of the increase in the attendees' knowledge of suspended scaffolding safety you can give the quiz both before and after the program is shown. You can also use the quiz as the basis for class discussion. If you have decided to give the quiz both before and after the attendees view the program, it is often interesting to have the attendees compare their before and after answers as part of the session. Typically, the quiz is filed in the employee's personnel file.



Training Certificate This form allows you to give each employee their own certificate of completion showing that they have attended the course and taken the quiz. Space is provided to insert the employee's name, the course instructor and the date of completion. Employee Training Log This log helps you to keep track of when each employee has taken this course, as well as associated courses or training. Space is provided to list pertinent data about the employee, as well as information such as the date the course was taken, and the instructor conducting the course. A copy of this form should be kept in each employee's training or personnel file.



SCHEDULING AND ATTENDANCE FORM


TRAINING SESSION SCHEDULE

ATTENDEE DATE TIME SIGNATURE



QUIZ


Name: Date: 1. True or False... OSHA mandates that scaffold workers be trained in how to

assemble and take down a suspended scaffold? True False

2. True or False... OSHA requires that a scaffold expert be on site only during the

initial assembly of a scaffold? True False

3. True or False... The general rule for working near power lines is the higher the

line's voltage, the further away a worker should be? True False

4. Which of the following are considered suspension devices?

Cornice hooks. Parapet clamps. Roof irons. All of the above.

5. True or False... Counterweights are usually not needed when you are using

outrigger beams? True False

6. Personal fall arrest systems include of which of the following?

An anchoring device. A full-body harness. A lifeline. All of the above.

7. True or False... The maximum intended load of a scaffold includes the total

weight of all workers who will be on the scaffold, but not their equipment, tools and materials?

True False





QUIZ


PRESENTER'S COPY WITH ANSWERS 1. True or False... OSHA mandates that scaffold workers be trained in how to

assemble and take down a suspended scaffold? X True False

2. True or False... OSHA requires that a scaffold expert be on site only during the

initial assembly of a scaffold? True X False

3. True or False... The general rule for working near power lines is the higher the

line's voltage, the further away a worker should be? X True False

4. Which of the following are considered suspension devices:

Cornice hooks. Parapet clamps. Roof irons. X All of the above.

5. True or False... Counterweights are usually not needed when you are using

outrigger beams? True X False

6. Personal fall arrest systems include which of the following?

An anchoring device. A full-body harness. A lifeline. X All of the above.

7. True or False... The maximum intended load of a scaffold includes the total

weight of all workers who will be on the scaffold, but not their equipment, tools and materials?

True X False



EMPLOYEE TRAINING LOG

SUSPENDED SCAFFOLDING SAFETY Employee: Employee #: Social Security #: Department: Date of Next Required Training:

DATE

TYPE OF TRAINING

OR COURSE DESCRIPTION LOCATION OF COURSE MATERIALS

INSTRUCTOR'S NAME AND ADDRESS

CERTIFICATION OF TRAINING AND TESTING

(Instructor's Signature)



TRAINING CERTIFICATE

This is to certify that _____________________________________ has

completed the course Suspended Scaffolding Safety and has been tested

on the contents of the course, as required. This training, as well as the

associated testing was conducted by ___________________________ and

was completed on _________.

_____________________________ ____________

(course instructor)

(date)

(employee name)

(date)

(course instructor)

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