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1 MOM Technical Notes Part II v1.1- SMSEC

MINISTRY OF MANPOWER

TECHNICAL NOTES

For

Supervision of Metal Scaffold Erection

Course

PART II

Version 1.0

14 October 2014

Workplace Safety and Health Council, Ministry of Manpower, Singapore (MOM) All rights reserved.

This document is provided for explicit use and guidance of Learning Service Providers (LSPs) as information resource for curriculum development and assessment purposes. Any other use of this document or parts thereof, including reproduction, publication, distribution, transmission, retransmission or public showing, or storage in a retrieval system in any form, electronic or otherwise, for purposes other than that expressly stated in this advice without the expressed permission of MOM is strictly prohibited.


Version History

Version

Effective Date

Changes

Author

1.0

14 Oct 2014

First issue

ICB, WSH Council

Office

1.1 4 November 2016 Amendments ICB, WSH Council Office


Table of Contents: Page Aim of MOM Technical Notes 4 MOM Technical Notes 4 Overview of Course Requirements 6 Training Delivery Advice 7 Assessment Advice 10 Facilitator and Assessor Requirements 11 End of Course Evaluation and Feedback 11 Related WSH Legislations, Industrial Code of Practice, and other 12 References Annex A: Course Syllabus Annex B: Course Reference Matrix Annex C: Assessment Plan


1 AIM OF THE MOM TECHNICAL NOTES 1.1 The MOM Technical Notes is a document listing the requirements expected of the Learning Service Providers (LSPs), the Facilitators, course and facilities suitable for the conduct of the WSH course. It also aims to help facilitate LSPs learning process, deliver effective training and conduct competency-based training and assessment. 1.2 The main part of this document contains key information on the Supervision of Metal Scaffold Erection Course, including the course aim, learning objectives, target audience, assumed skills and knowledge, course syllabus, course duration, class size, and Facilitator/Learner ratio. It also sets forth guidelines for training delivery and assessment for the course. 1.3 This MOM Technical Notes shall be reviewed on a regular basis and or whenever it is deemed necessary due to changes in MOM policy and or requirements, training syllabus and or industrial requirements. 2 MOM TECHNICAL NOTES 2.1 LSP Criteria:

• 1 full time Principal/Manager • 1 full time facilitator & 1 associate facilitator • 2 facilitators per language per course • bizSAFE Level 3 • Paid up Capital $5k / $50K (SOCs) • ACTA or DACE • Advanced Certificate in WSH for worker level courses • Specialist Diploma in WSH for supervisor and above courses • 5 years of relevant industry experience • Any other course specific requirement/s

2.2 LSP Facilities:

• Conduciveness of training facilities • Safe • Noise • Lighting • Sanitary • Projection • Tables/Chairs • Ventilation • No training in containers/portable cabins


2.3 Supervision of Metal Scaffold Erection Course (SMSEC) - Theory Assessment:

• Course duration - 75 hours comprising theory (28 hours), practical (39.5 hours),

assessments (6 hours: Written (2 hours), Practical (4 hours)) and course evaluation/debrief (1.5 hours)

• Assessment as follow: • Written Assessment (closed book) - 2 hours comprising

• Section A - 30 MCQs assessment • Section B – Other types of question setting such as Fill in the

Blanks, Short/Long Questions • Practical Assessment – 4 hours

• Pass criterion: 65% of the assessment (Note: Learners who fail the assessment are required to attend the course again before retaking the assessment)

• Each Learner shall be given a different set of assessment question paper. • Facilitator for class is not allowed to be the invigilator for the assessment (same

class) • Assessment papers are to be issued in accordance with the course language

registered for only. No mix language assessment is permitted. • Facilitator to Learner ratio is 1:12 • A certificate of successful completion of a safety pass/ card shall be issued to

each Learner who passes the assessment, by the LSP. • All training records must be kept by LSP for period of no less than 2 years for

audit purpose.

2.4 Practical Requirement / Assessment

• For practical training, facilitators to demonstrate the erection/dismantling of the different types of scaffolds, as prescribed in the course. Learners are then to erect/dismantle the different scaffolds as per the course instructions.

• Have a documented register to account for ALL the inspections carried out on all the PPEs and in line with WSH (Scaffold) Regulations

LSP is to ensure learners use and wear the appropriate personal protective equipment and apparels during the practical sessions. LSP is also to ensure sufficient scaffold materials and components for the learners and proper housekeeping carried out at all times.

Assessors must be familiar with the assessment criteria before conducting any assessment.

Learner is to pass 100% in all the practical assignments/tests. If any Learner fails the assessment, he is required to be re-coursed and re-assessed on a separate occasion.

All training records must be kept by LSP for period of no less than 2 years for audit purpose.


2.5 Checklist for LSPs:

URA approved use of venue: Commercial School (theory only) or Industrial Training (theory and practical)

Facilitators to be approved by authority by course, language and venue

Updated register of all facilitators by course, language and venue

Facilitator certification: Advanced Certificate/Specialist Diploma in WSH for worker/supervisor & above courses

Course information including cancellation and refund policy must be available to public

Accountability for all test related materials including test question sets i.e. number of sets produced / destroyed

Guidelines for invigilator and assessors

Code of conduct for invigilators and assessors

Register to show production, issuance and destruction of safety certificates/pass/card

All safety certificates/safety pass/card to be issued by LSPs to Learners no later than one month from assessment date

End of course evaluation for each course

LSPs to have copy of Technical Notes Part I (Terms and Conditions and course related SOP/s

3 OVERVIEW OF THE COURSE REQUIREMENTS 3.1 Learning objectives:

3.1.1 Explain the types of commonly used metal scaffolds based on their characteristic and classification

3.1.2 State the criteria for the selection of scaffolds 3.1.3 Define the terminology used in scaffold as well as its components and

materials for metal scaffolding 3.1.3 State the tools, equipment and personal protective equipment used for in

scaffold erection and dismantling. 3.1.4 Identify and explain the material and work platform requirement for

independent tied scaffold erection 3.1.5 Set up and erect independent tied scaffold safely 3.1.6 Identify and explain the characteristics and material requirement for

commonly used scaffolds as follows:

Frame scaffold

Birdcage scaffold

Tower scaffold

Modular scaffold, including cup lock system scaffold

Suspended scaffold

Special scaffold 3.1.7 Set up, erect and dismantle commonly used scaffolds 3.1.8 Conduct hazards identification of scaffold erection and dismantling 3.1.9 State the requirements of ties and braces for birdcage scaffold 3.1.10 State the requirements of WSH(Scaffolds) Regulations 3.1.11 List the causes of scaffold incidents and the resulting learning points


3.1.12 Describe the importance of the scaffold register for safe scaffolding activities

3.1.13 State the essential information for the scaffold register 3.1.14 List the types of scaffold inspection checklists 3.1.15 State the factors affecting safety of scaffold structure

3.2 Target audience: This course is designed for all workers involved in supervising

scaffold erection and dismantling work activities in construction and other industries.

3.3 Entry requirement: Successfully completed the Metal Scaffold Erection Course.

Proof of entry requirement includes the submission of Certificate of Successful Completion to LSP.

3.4 Course duration: 75 hours 3.4 Maximum class size: 12 Learners 3.5 Recommended Facilitator/Learner ratio:

Theory Lesson = 1:12 max

Practical lesson= 1: 6 max

Theory Assessment = 1:12 max

Practical Assessment = 1:6 max (if exceeds 6 Learners, Assessor: Learner ratio is 2:12)

3.6 Course attendance: 100% attendance. 4 TRAINING DELIVERY ADVICE 4.1 Facilitator’s guide and Learners’ workbook/handouts

4.1.1 In order to deliver more effective instruction and ensure consistency in training, a copy of the facilitator’s guide shall be prepared. The guide provides the facilitator with information on the course including:

Course aim

Learning objectives

Target audience

Assumed skills and knowledge

Course duration

Class size and Facilitator/Learner ratio

Lesson plan

Course contents and instructional materials according to the course requirements

Training methodologies

Areas of focus/emphasis for each slide/topic

Training resource requirements


Course administration instruction

4.1.2 The LSP shall also facilitate the learning process by providing each learner with a learners’ workbook/handouts to summarize (with illustrations, where possible) key learning points of all the topics covered in the syllabus. This may be in the form of drawings/illustrations rather than words. 4.1.3 The LSP is required to prepare and submit a course reference matrix (see Annex B) for coverage of course contents with respect to the training slides and the practical assessment modes. This is to facilitate cross references between topics and training slides on the said topics. 4.1.4 It is the responsibility of the LSP to ensure that no part of the materials used for the training infringe on patent, design, copyright and intellectual property rights of any individual or organization.

4.1.5 The LSP shall retain an updated version of the training course syllabus, lesson plan, facilitator’s guide and a learners’ workbook/handouts at all times for inspection and verification by appointed auditors.

4.2 Training Methodology

4.2.1 Facilitators are expected to draw upon their facilitator-training in the development and delivery of the training programme and to apply appropriate principles of training in the design and delivery of the course. 4.2.2 Many training delivery approaches are appropriate for this course which is pegged at workers’ level. Training methods shall combine a wide range of delivery methods. 4.2.3 Some of the training methods which can be adopted for the theory lessons are, but not limited to the following:

Classroom instruction

Case studies

Videos and photographs, other e-resources and instructional media 4.2.4 To enhance the transfer of learning, an adult-oriented approach to learning is encouraged in the development and delivery of the course. For adult learning, instructional techniques are designed with the following factors in mind:

Adults are self-directed

Adults have acquired a large amount of knowledge and experience that can be tapped as a resource for learning

On-the-job and workplace learning

Adults show a greater readiness to learn tasks that are relevant to the roles they take on in life

Adults are motivated to learn in order to solve problems or address needs, and they are expect to apply what they learn to address problems and needs in general.


4.3 Training venue requirements

4.3.1 LSP is required to be equipped with sufficient and relevant practical training equipment such as scaffold materials and accessories, PPEs, fire fighting equipment etc. 4.3.2 For the theory training, this is to be conducted in a classroom with supporting training slides, videos, local case studies on incidents and accidents at the yards, and where possible, actual equipment/PPEs to enhance learning. 4.3.3 The LSP shall ensure the classroom has adequate chairs and writing tables to be comfortably spaced for a class of up to 18 Learners for conduciveness to the learning process. There must also be adequate land space to comfortably conduct the practical training and assessment safely. A time device e.g. clock, lightings and ventilation must be adequate for classroom instruction. Emergency exit routes must be clearly marked out and briefed to the course Learners at the start of the course. Necessary equipment such as projectors, multimedia player, whiteboards, flipcharts and any other equipment essential for instruction purpose must be made available. 4.3.4 LSP is to adhere to the conditions stipulated in the MOM Technical Notes Part I and Part II at all times, where applicable. Adequate safety control measures must be undertaken to ensure the safety of the learners and facilitators during the conduct of the course/training at all times.

4.4 Training Requirements:

4.4.1 Training site emergency evacuation route – to be briefed at start of course 4.4.2 Training SOP must be available before the conduct of the course 4.4.3 Photos/slides of the various types of marine-related hazards (biological,

fire, explosives, working at height, chemicals, mechanical, electrical, radiation and gas)

4.4.5 Local case studies, where possible, relating to incidents/accidents in the marine industry

4.4.6 Appropriate and relevant PPEs and relevant and appropriate equipment for classroom demonstration shall be made available during the course

4.5 Practical Training Requirements:

4.5.1 Scaffold equipment, materials and accessories and setup shall be designed to simulate realistic practical demonstrations.

5 ASSESSMENT ADVICE

5.1 There shall be a 2-hour written and a 4-hour practical assessment at the end of the course.


5.1.1 The learner must pass BOTH written and practical assessments in order to be issued with the certificate of successful completion. Failure to pass either of the assessments shall render a “Fail” outcome for the Learner and he must then re-attempt the course and assessments.

S/N Assessment Activity Method/Format Duration (12 pax)

1 Written Assessment

(Closed book) - individual

Section A – 30 MCQs Section B– Fill in the Blanks, Short/Long

Questions

2 hours

2 Practical Assessment -

groups

Demonstration of skills by working in groups

4 hours

Total Assessment Time 6 hours

5.2 Written Assessment:

5.2.1 The LSP must administer a 30 multiple choice question (MCQ) test. 5.2.2 The total allocated time for the written assessment is 2 hour. 5.2.3 The passing mark for the written assessment is 65%. 5.2.4 During the administration of the written assessment, there shall be an

invigilator to ensure the integrity of the assessment process. The facilitator for the course is not permitted to be the assessor or invigilator for the same course Learners during the assessment.

5.2.5 SOP on the upkeep of the confidentiality of the written assessment questions

5.3 Guidelines on Practical Assessment

5.3.1 The assessment plan shall comprise the following:

Overview of the assessment tools and its duration

Clear instructions on the conduct of the assessment

SOP on the upkeep of the confidentiality of the practical assessment questions

Instruments or tools of the practical assessment (e.g. question paper, scaffold checklist)

Practical assessment summary record 5.4 Conduct of Practical Assessment

5.4.1 The practical assessment must be conducted strictly in accordance with the

practical assessment plan. Each Learner is expected to complete and pass ALL the assessment requirements within the stipulated assessment time allocated.

5.4.2 The learner shall be assessed either “Competent” or “Not Yet Competent”.

100% pass for all the practical components is required.


5.5 Recording and reporting outcome of the Practical Assessment

5.5.1 All practical assessment outcomes must be accurately recorded in the assessment summary record form.

5.5.2 The practical assessment outcome must be conveyed to the Learners at

the end of the assessment. 5.5.3 The LSP shall maintain a record of the assessment results for 2 years for

inspection by the authorities, when requested.

6 FACILITATOR AND ASSESSOR REQUIREMENTS 6. A Facilitator and assessor of this course should possess the following:

6.1.1 Specialist Diploma in Workplace Safety and Health 6.1.2 At least 5 years of relevant industry experience as a supervisor / foreman /

safety personnel, of which: Theory training: Must be a registered WSH Officer with at least 2 year experience in scaffold erection work Practical training: At least 1 year experience in scaffold supervision work for registered WSH Officer and those with recognized Technical Diploma At least 5 years experience in scaffold supervision work for those who are not WSH Officer or those without recognized Technical diploma

6.1.3 Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA) or Diploma in Adult Continuing Education (DACE)

6.1.4 Certificate in Supervision of Metal Scaffold Erection Course 7 END OF COURSE EVALUATION AND FEEDBACK

7.1 The LSP shall conduct an end-of-course evaluation after each course, where Learners provide quantitative and qualitative feedback on the course content, duration, training delivery, training materials, training venue, training resources, quality of Facilitators and assessors.

7.2 The LSP shall analyse the feedback provided to improve the delivery of the

course. Immediate actions shall be taken to address issues with ratings below 3. The actions taken to address issues with a rating of 1 or 2 shall be recorded and kept for audit purpose.

1 2 3 4 5

Poor Fair Satisfactory Very Good Excellent


8 RELATED WSH LEGISLATIONS, INDUSTRIAL CODE OF PRACTICE AND OTHER REFERENCES (the list is not exhaustive)

Workplace Safety and Health Act 2006

WSH CP:1 Code of Practice for Working Safely at Height

WSH (Risk Management) Regulations 2006

WSH (Work at Heights) Regulations 2013

WSH (Work at Heights) Regulations Amendment 2014

WSH (Construction) Regulations 2007

WSH (Scaffolds) Regulations 2011

CP14: 1996 (Code of Practice for Scaffolds)


Annex A Course Syllabus

Lesson No. Content Instructional

Mode Duration (Hours)

Day 1

1.1 Type of scaffold systems and their characteristics1.2 Criteria for selection of scaffolds 1.3 Terminology used in scaffolds as well as its components and materials1.4 Tools, equipment and personal protective equipment used in scaffold activities

Theory 3.5

1.5 Setting up and erection of independent tied scaffold in line with safe work procedures, general principles and requirements of WSH(Scaffold) Regulations and CP 14

Practical 4

Day 2

2.1 Material requirement for scaffolds 2.2 Work platform requirement for scaffolds

Theory 3.5

2.4 Inspection and dismantling of independent tied scaffold in line with safe work procedures, general principles and requirements of WSH(Scaffold) Regulations and CP 14

Practical 4

Day 3

3.1 Frame scaffold – Characteristics and material requirement 3.2 Material estimation 3.3 Hazards identification

Theory 3.5

3.4 Erection, inspection and dismantling of frame scaffold in line with safe work procedures, general principles and requirements of WSH(Scaffold) Regulations and CP 14

Practical 4

Day 4 4.1 Birdcage scaffold – Characteristics and types 4.2 Requirement of ties and brace

Theory 3.0




4.3 Erection, inspection and dismantling of birdcage scaffold in line with safe work procedures, general principles and requirements of WSH(Scaffold) Regulations and CP 14

Practical 4.5

Day 5

5.1 Tower scaffold – Characteristics and types 5.2 Modular scaffold and the systems

Theory 3.5

5.3 Erection, inspection and dismantling of tubular tower scaffold in line with safe work procedures, general principles and requirements of WSH(Scaffold) Regulations and CP 14

Practical 4

Day 6

6.1 Suspended scaffold and its characteristics 6.2 Special scaffold and its types

Theory 2.5

6.3 Erection, inspection and dismantling of Aluminium Tower Scaffold and All round system scaffold in line with safe work procedures, general principles and requirements of WSH(Scaffold) Regulations and CP 14

Practical 5

Day 7 7.1 Overview of WSH (Scaffolds) Regulations for scaffold activities 7.2 Relevant case studies on scaffold incidents

Theory 3.5

7.3 Erection, inspection and dismantling of cuplok system scaffold in line with safe work procedures, general principles and requirements of WSH(Scaffold) Regulations and CP 14

Practical 4

Day 8

8.1 Types of commonly used checklists 8.2 Essential information for the scaffold register

Theory 2.5

8.3 Practice on the use of scaffold register and inspection checklists

Practical 5

Day 9

9.1 Factors affecting safety of scaffold structure

Theory 2.5




9.2 Hazards identifications and safety of scaffold erection and dismantling Note: To include “Look, Think, Do” steps as part of the mental Risk Assessment. (Look - Look out for Danger / Think - Think of how you can protect yourself / Do - Do your work safely). The basic WSH rules for work such as “Working At Heights”, “Working on Roofs” should be mentioned. Refer to WSHC website (www.wshc.sg) for more information.

Practical 5

Day 10

10 Assessment, debrief and course evaluation 10.1 Written Assessment 10.2 Debrief and course evaluation

Theory 2

1.5

10.3 Practical Assessment

Practical 4

Total duration 75

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Annex B Course Reference Matrix – Theory only

APPROVED TRAINING SYLLABUS

Marine Metal Scaffolding Course for Scaffolder

Coverage of Course Content

For LSP Inputs

S/N Content Remarks Duration

Indicate slide number/topic e.g. Slide #2

of topic 1

Mode of Assessment

Day 1

1.1 Type of scaffold systems and their characteristics1.2 Criteria for selection of scaffolds 1.3 Terminology used in scaffolds as well as its components and materials1.4 Tools, equipment and personal protective equipment used in scaffold activities

Theory 3.5

Day 2

2.1 Material requirement for scaffolds 2.2 Work platform requirement for scaffolds 2.3 Independent tied scaffolds

Theory 3.5

Day 3 3.1 Frame scaffold - Characteristics and material requirement 3.2 Material estimation 3.3 Hazards identification

Theory 3.5

Day 4 4.1 Birdcage scaffold - Characteristics and types 4.2 Requirement of ties and brace

Theory 3

Day 5 5.1 Tower scaffold – Characteristics and types 5.2 Modular scaffold and the systems

Theory 3.5


APPROVED TRAINING SYLLABUS

Marine Metal Scaffolding Course for Scaffolder

Coverage of Course Content

For LSP Inputs

Day 6 6.1 Suspended scaffold and its characteristics 6.2 Special scaffold and its types

Theory 2.5

Day 7 7.1 Overview of WSH (Scaffolds) Regulations for scaffold activities 7.2 Relevant case studies on scaffold incidents

Theory 3.5

Day 8 8.1 Types of commonly used checklists 8.2 Essential information for the scaffold register

Theory 2.5

Day 9 9.1 Factors affecting safety of scaffold structure

Theory 2.5

Day 10

10.1 Written Assessment 10.2 Debrief and course evaluation

Theory

3.5

TOTAL for both Theory Training & Assessment 31.5

hours


Declaration by LSP

I hereby declare that all the training materials and related particulars / information given are true and correct nor have I infringed any copyright related issues in this entire accreditation process/application

____________________________ ____________________________________ ____________________________ Name of LSP Name of Applicant Designation of Applicant __________________________________ ___________________________ Applicant’s Signature Date ___________________________ ___________________________ Head/Principal’s Signature Date

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Annex C Assessment Plan

1 Overview of Assessment Plan 2 Instruction for Assessments 2.1 Instruction for preparation of written assessment 2.2 Instruction for conduct of practical assessment 3 Assessment Instruments 4 Assessment Record


Annex C 1 Overview of Assessment Plan (listed by topics)

Topics Lecture (hour)

Practical (hour)

Assessment Mode

Total (hour)

Day 1

Theory: 1.1 Type of scaffold systems and their characteristics1.2 Criteria for selection of scaffolds 1.3 Terminology used in scaffolds as well as its components and materials1.4 Tools, equipment and personal protective equipment used in scaffold activities

3.5 3.5

Practical: 1.5 Setting up and erection of independent tied scaffold in line with safe work procedures, general principles and requirements of WSH(Scaffold) Regulations and CP 14

4 4

Day 2

2.1 Material requirement for scaffolds 2.2 Work platform requirement for scaffolds 2.3 Independent tied scaffolds

3.5 3.5

Practical: 2.4 Inspection and dismantling of independent tied scaffold in line with safe work procedures, general principles and requirements of WSH(Scaffold) Regulations and CP 14

4 4

Day 3

Theory: 3.1 Frame scaffold - Characteristics and material requirement 3.2 Material estimation 3.3 Hazards identification

3.5 3.5

Practical: 3.4 Erection, inspection and dismantling of frame scaffold in line with safe work procedures, general principles and requirements of WSH(Scaffold) Regulations and CP 14

4 4


Day 4

Theory: 4.1 Birdcage scaffold – Characteristics and types 4.2 Requirement of ties and brace

3 3

Practical: 4.3 Erection, inspection and dismantling of birdcage scaffold in line with safe work procedures, general principles and requirements of WSH(Scaffold) Regulations and CP 14

4.5 4.5

Day 5

Theory: 5.1 Tower scaffold – Characteristics and types 5.2 Modular scaffold and the systems

3.5 3.5

Practical: 5.3 Erection, inspection and dismantling of tubular tower scaffold in line with safe work procedures, general principles and requirements of WSH(Scaffold) Regulations and CP 14

4 4

Day 6

Theory: 6.1 Suspended scaffold and its characteristics 6.2 Special scaffold and its types

2.5 2.5

Practical: 6.3 Erection, inspection and dismantling of Aluminium Tower Scaffold and All round system scaffold in line with safe work procedures, general principles and requirements of WSH(Scaffold) Regulations and CP 14

5 5

Day 7

Theory: 7.1 Overview of WSH (Scaffolds) Regulations for scaffold activities 7.2 Relevant case studies on scaffold incidents

3.5 3.5

Practical: 7.3 Erection, inspection and dismantling of cuplok system scaffold in line with safe work procedures, general principles and requirements of WSH(Scaffold) Regulations and CP 14

4 4


Day 8

Theory: 8.1 Types of commonly used checklists 8.2 Essential information for the scaffold register

2.5 2.5

Practical: 8.3 Practice on the use of scaffold register and inspection checklists

5 5

Day 9

Theory: 9.1 Factors affecting safety of scaffold structure

2.5 2.5

Practical: 9.2 Hazard identification and practice on the ways to ensure the scaffold is safe for all activities involving erection and dismantling of scaffolds

5 5

Day 10

Theory: 10 Debrief and course evaluation

1.5 1.5

WRITTEN /PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT

TOTAL (Hours) – Written Assessment 2

TOTAL (Hours) – Practical Assessment 4

TOTAL (Hours) 75

WA = Written Assessment PA = Practical Assessment Practical duration is for cohort of 12 Learners


Annex C 2 Instruction for Assessments 2.1 Instruction for preparation of Written Assessment These instructions concern the written assessment of the Learner’s competency

Specification item Details on specifications

Learning outcome Fulfill the course learning objectives for all topics to be assessed

Duration 1 Hour

Venue Classroom

Set up Classroom setup for 12 Learners.

Tables & chairs for individual seating

Projector and monitor

Whiteboard & markers of different colours

Whiteboard duster

2B pencil and eraser for each Learner

Printed answer sheet

Common Clock

Conduct of the Written Test

Brief Learners to check if they have been given the correct test set

Brief Learners on the time allocated for the test

Brief Learners on the close book test format.

Brief Learners that they cannot refer to any material or notes or discuss the questions with any other Learners during the test

Brief Learners that they are allowed to ask the assessor to explain the question/s

Brief Learners on the 60% passing mark requirement

2.2 Instruction for the conduct of the Practical Assessment These instructions concern the practical assessment for the Learner’s competency

Specification item Details on specifications

Learning outcome To perform erection and dismantling of scaffolds in line with SWP, general principles and requirements of WSH (Scaffold) Regulations and CP 14

Duration 4 Hours

Venue LSP practical training area

Set up Learners to erect/ dismantle scaffolds of various types


3 Assessment Instruments Learners are required to work in groups to demonstrate to the assessor on the erection/ dismantle of the following scaffolds:

- Modular (1bay, 2 lifts) - Tower

4 Assessment Records Supervision of Metal Scaffold Erection Course Approved Assessment Centre: _________________________

Learner’s Name: Date of Assessment:

Learner’s NRIC/Passport/FIN:

Practical Performance Assessment Sheet Competency

Level Comments C NYC

1. Erection/ Dismantle of Modular and Tower scaffolds

Able to identify types of scaffolding system

Selection of scaffold materials

Check scaffolding materials

Plan scaffold erection

Erection/ tightening of various components

Practise safety during erection

Use of PPE

Proper procedures

Handing of materials

Safety during dismantling

Housekeeping

Storage of materials

Tie knots and hitches used in scaffolding

Adding scaffolds – ways and methods of adding

Partial removal of scaffolds – strengthening and safety precautions

Developing the Scaffold Checklists and Register


Overall Assessment

Written Assessment Pass / Fail (Marks: _________ %)

Practical Assessment Competent / Not Yet Competent

Overall Assessment Pass / Fail

Assessor 1: Name & Signature Assessor 2: Name & Signature

Date: Date:

Assessor Feedback: Overall performance of course Learners. For NYCs, areas of skills gap and improvements to recommend ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________

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