Course Overview
This course equips participants with the essential knowledge and hands-on skills to safely erect and dismantle metal scaffolds in compliance with the WSH (Scaffolds) Regulations and SS659 standards.
Under the law, any scaffold above 4 metres must be erected by a trained and certified scaffold erector. This course is mandatory for all scaffold erectors and recommended for those involved in formwork or falsework support erection.
What You'll Learn
- Introduction to types and classifications of scaffold systems
- Definitions and terminology used in metal scaffolding
- Safe practices for erecting and dismantling modular, frame, tubular, and tower scaffolds
- Requirements for braces, ties, and scaffold stability
- WSH (Scaffold) Regulations and SS659 compliance
- Static vs. mobile tower scaffolds and safe use
Who Should Attend
- All scaffold erectors
- Workers involved in formwork and falsework support erection
Entry Requirements
To attend this course, you must:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Be a Singaporean, PR, or valid employment/work permit holder
- Be medically and physically fit for manual work
- Bring and wear your own safety boots for practical sessions
You must also be able to:
- Understand and communicate in the language of instruction
Course Format & Duration
Total Duration: 38 hours
- 30 training hours + 8 assessment hours
- Day Class: 5 full days or 5 Sundays (8:30am to 6:30pm)
- Evening Class: 9 evenings (6:00pm to 10:00pm)
- Attendance: 100% required
Training includes:
- Classroom lectures
- Demonstrations
- Hands-on practical performance
Assessment
- Written Test: 30 multiple-choice questions (60% to pass)
- Practical Test: Scaffold erection and dismantling tasks (must meet “Competent” standard)
Certification
Upon successful completion, participants will receive:
- An e-Statement of Attainment (SOA) from SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG)
- A Safety Pass issued by Fonda Global Engineering Pte Ltd
Results are released within one week of course completion.
Course Fee
$305.60 per participant (including GST)
Training Locations
Neythal Road
101 Neythal Road, Singapore 628589
101 Neythal Road, Singapore 628589