NPORS N053 – Scaffolding Appreciation Course

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The NPORS N053 Scaffolding Appreciation course provides an overview of scaffold types, components, common hazards and safe-use principles. It is an awareness course and does not replace role-specific scaffolding erection, inspection or design training.

Who this course suits
Site managers, supervisors and operatives who need an awareness of scaffold types, components, hazards and safe-use limitations.

Learning outcomes
• Explain the purpose and limitations of a scaffolding-appreciation course.
• Recognise common scaffold types, principal components and access arrangements.
• Identify visible defects, unsafe alterations and common work-at-height hazards.
• Explain the importance of handover information, inspections and authorised changes.
• Recognise loading, weather, ground and interface risks around scaffolds.
• Report concerns and prevent use when a scaffold appears unsafe.