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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Plan to erect scaffolding up to 4 metres.
   • Reviewscaffolding task and workplace-specific information relating to the task and confirm with associated personnel.
   • Identify environmental protection and legislativerequirements for scaffolding task and incorporate into planning and preparation.
   • Identify hazards, control measures and equipment associated with the workplace and scaffolding task from job safety analysis (JSA) and safe work method statement (SWMS).
   • Calculate scaffolding and material requirements and incorporate into planning and preparation.
   • Determine expected loading on scaffold and supporting structure using load tables, and incorporate into planning and preparation.
   • Identify site access and egress routes and incorporate into planning and preparation.
   • Plan scaffolding task in accordance with workplace requirements.
2. Prepare to erect scaffolding up to 4 metres.
   • Apply risk control measures and equipment including installing safety signs and barriers and using personal protective equipment (PPE).
   • Select plant, tools and equipment, check for serviceability and rectify or report any faults.
   • Select, prepare and locate materials using safe handling techniques.
   • Inspect scaffolding and components and label, reject or repair damaged items.
3. Erect scaffolding up to 4 metres.
   • Establish footing in accordance with the Australian Standard for scaffolding.
   • Erect scaffolding in accordance with regulations, planned risk prevention and control measures, acceptable safe work practices and manufacturers’ specifications.
4. Inspect, repair and alter scaffolding up to 4 metres.
   • Inspect critical structural and safety areas of scaffolding for damage, corrosion and wear.
   • Check current use of scaffolding for compliance with type of scaffolding equipment.
   • Review scaffolding to determine if changes or modifications were scheduled as per original planning.
   • Carry out alterations or repairs.
   • Complete inspection log and handover.
5. Dismantle scaffolding up to 4 metres and clean up.
   • Dismantle scaffolding using reverse of procedure for erection.
   • Clear work area and dispose of, reuse or recycle materials in accordance with legislation, regulations, codes of practice and task specifications.
   • Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications and workplace requirements.