This mandatory 8-hour refresher course is required for all construction industry employees in New York City under NYC Department of Buildings regulations. It must be completed every four years following the initial 32-hour course. NYC established this training requirement following OSHA fatality reports and workplace fatalities and injuries documented in the city. Local Law 52 specifically requires refresher training for experienced workers who erect, dismantle, modify, or repair supported scaffolds exceeding 40 feet in height.
The course helps participants understand that scaffold use is fundamental to worker safety and addresses common hazards, including fall protection, struck-by incidents, electrocution, and structural collapse. Training covers the safe and proper installation, removal, and modification of scaffolding systems. Upon successful completion, students receive a photo identification card valid for four years.
Audience: This course is required by the NYC Department of Buildings for anyone installing or removing scaffolds in New York City who has completed the NYC Department of Buildings 32-Hour Supported Scaffold Supervisor course within the past four years.
Prerequisites: Students must be able to communicate clearly with the instructor in the language in which the course is delivered. A valid picture ID is required. This is a refresher course and should not be used as initial training. Students must have previously completed the 32-Hour Supported Scaffold Supervisor course. A copy of your initial or refresher card must be provided by email or in person before taking this refresher course.
Materials: Course handouts, tests, videos, PowerPoint presentations, instructor evaluation sheets, and attendance sign-in sheets.
Course Fee Information: Administrative fees, course materials, and certificates are included in the course fee. Extra booklets, certificate replacements, and certificate mailing services are available for an additional fee.
Methods of Instruction: The course employs a combination of lectures, PowerPoint presentations, open discussions, hands-on activities, and testing throughout.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify why scaffold accidents led to new safety rules for scaffold users in NYC
- Explain the new rules and procedures implemented following fatal accidents
- Understand the importance of reporting scaffold accidents and follow proper notification procedures in case of an accident in the City of New York
- Recognize each of the four focus hazards and demonstrate knowledge of corrective controls and protective measures, as well as proper material handling, hoisting, and storage
- Apply focus hazard knowledge to demonstrate correction methods with controls and protection measures related to power and hand tools, as well as ladders and scaffolds on job sites
- Understand the limitations of personal protective equipment and the responsibilities of both employer and employee regarding PPE use
- Recall safety rules related to scaffold use as per the NYC Building Code and OSHA standards
- Recognize Supported Scaffold Rules and Codes and cite relevant code sections for scaffold use
- Understand rigging principles related to scaffold erection and recall rules for safe and compliant scaffold installation
- Erect scaffolds according to design specifications and safety rules. Review installed scaffolds and make necessary corrections.
- Read design drawings to verify compliance with inspection requirements and inspect supported scaffolds to identify deficiencies
- Identify rules related to logbooks for supported scaffolds
- Understand standards for fall protection while working on supported scaffolds and recall usage requirements
- Recall the types of supported scaffolds, standards for each type, and rules for installation, removal, and use
- Identify electrical hazards associated with working on scaffolds
Successful Completion:
To successfully complete the 8-Hour Supported Scaffold Supervisor refresher course, students must:
- Communicate clearly with the instructor and complete all paperwork in the language in which the course is delivered. Personal interpreters are not permitted.
- Complete all required paperwork, including registration, evaluation, and attendance documentation
- Attend all required course hours. Makeup sessions must be completed within six months of the start date.
- Participate actively in class activities and reviews
- Achieve a minimum passing grade of 70% on all course tests
No exceptions will be made. Partial credit is not awarded for any course.
Course Length: 8 hours
Continuing Education Units: 0.8 CEUs
Students must present a valid photo ID on the start date. Students should arrive at least 15 minutes before class begins. Missed sessions can be rescheduled by contacting [email protected]
Important Note: All course hours include both instructional time and breaks. Courses are subject to cancellation due to low student enrollment.
