About the Course
Scaffold Inspection and Tag System Training-A
About the Course:
The Scaffold Inspection and Tag System Training is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills to inspect scaffolding structures, identify potential hazards, and effectively use the scaffold tagging system to ensure workplace safety. This course focuses on understanding scaffold components, recognizing structural defects, and maintaining compliance with international safety standards such as OSHA, ISO, Saudi Aramco GI 8.001 and local regulations.
Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Understand the types and components of scaffolding systems.
Conduct pre-use, periodic, and post-event inspections of scaffolds.
Identify common hazards, defects, and unsafe conditions.
Apply the scaffold tagging system (Green, Yellow, Red) correctly.
Maintain inspection records and ensure compliance with safety standards.
Promote a safe work-at-height environment through proactive inspection practices.
Course Content:
Introduction to Work-at-Height Safety
Scaffold Types and Components
Scaffold Erection and Stability Requirements
Scaffold Inspection Procedures and Checklists
Common Defects and Hazard Identification
Tagging System:
Green Tag – Safe for Use
Yellow Tag – Incomplete or Restricted Access
Red Tag – Unsafe / Do Not Use
Documentation and Reporting
Case Studies and Practical Demonstrations
Target Audience:
Site Engineers and Supervisors
Safety Officers and Inspectors
Scaffolding Supervisors and Erectors
Maintenance and Construction Personnel
Course Duration:
3 Days (including theory, demonstration, and assessment)
Certification:
Participants who successfully complete the training and assessment will be able to qualify Saudi Aramco Certification Scaffold Supervisor.
Outcome:
After completing this course, participants will have the confidence and competence to inspect scaffolds, tag them accurately, and maintain a safe working environment for all personnel working at height.