Scaffolding certificates
Scaffolding is the erection, alteration or dismantling of a temporary structure, specifically erected to support platforms.
Schedule 5 of the Workplace Health and Safety Regulation 2008 defines scaffolding as a prescribed occupation which means that a certificate is required, to undertake any work related to this area. Certificate requirements also apply where a person or object could fall more than four metres from the scaffolding.
Existing and interstate certificates
Existing certificates have no expiry date, recognition of interstate certificates
Fees for certificates
Application costs, new certificates, replacement of lost or stolen certificates, assessment of qualifications
Basic scaffolder certificates - SB
Types of work classified as basic scaffolding, the methods to obtain basic scaffolding certificate, how assessments are conducted
Intermediate scaffolder certificates - SI
What is considered to be intermediate scaffolding, methods to obtain the certificate, how assessments are conducted
Advanced scaffolder certificate - SA
What is considered to be advanced scaffolding, how applicants can obtain a certificate, how assessments are conducted
Workplace Health and Safety Queensland have developed a Safety Information Handbook which is advisable for anyone intending to undertake field work using scaffolders. It is available for purchase by contacting a Workplace Health and Safety Office on 1300 369 915.
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