NYC SST 4 Hour Supported Scaffold User & Refresher Online Course (DOB Approved)

 

Objectives

Upon successful completion of both the online and practical elements of this safety training course candidates will be able to:

• Outline New York City Building Code supported scaffold safety requirements
• Identify the most common supported scaffold safety hazards and how to protect themselves
• List supported scaffold types and major components
• Inspect supported scaffolds in accordance with federal and local safety regulations

Agenda

This SST Online 4 Hour Supported Scaffold User & Refresher training course will cover the following topics:

• Introduction to Supported Scaffolds
• Review of Supported Scaffold Accidents
• Overview of OSHA 1926 Subpart “L”: Scaffolds
• Overview of NYC Dept. of Buildings & Construction Codes
• General Principals of Fall Protection
• Personal Protective Equipment & Fall Arrest Systems
• Supported Scaffold Hardware, Inspection & Use
• Emergency Situations & Preparedness Procedures

Assessment

Attendees will be required to attend full online learning hours plus a 1 hour in-person practical assessment.  To pass the online element of training, delegates are required to achieve a pass rate of at least 70% on the written assessment.  Upon successful completion of the final practical demonstration candidates will be able to download a copy of their Certificate.  The Scaffold Card is issued separately.

Who is this Course for?

Anyone who wishes to work on or use supported scaffold within NYC.

Prerequisites

Attendees will be required to attend full online learning hours plus a 1 hour in-person practical assessment. Prior to starting the course, during the enrollment process, registrants will need to take a photo to verify their identity and upload a government issued photo ID. Facial biometric verification is used throughout the course so please make sure that your photo is clear with a simple background. No hats or headphones should be worn, and students will need to avoid sitting in front of a light source as it will interfere with the facial biometrics’ verification. This photo will be used for your SST Card.