Level 3 Certificate in Scaffolding Inspector

1. Introduction to Scaffolding Standards and Regulations OSHA, HSE, ISO 45001, and BS EN 12811 compliance requirements.

2. Types of Scaffolding Structures and Their Applications Tube and fitting, system scaffolds, suspended scaffolds, mobile towers, and specialized scaffolds.

3. Load Assessment and Structural Integrity Calculating scaffold loads, stability analysis, and structural safety checks.

4. Inspection Techniques and Reporting Procedures Visual checks, load testing, defect identification, and compliance reporting.

5. Safety Measures and Hazard Identification in Scaffolding PPE, fall protection, hazard awareness, and risk control measures.

6. Erection and Dismantling Compliance Checks Supervising erection and dismantling, sequencing, and safety verification.

7. Risk Assessment and Permit‑to‑Work Systems Hazard identification, risk mitigation, and permit‑to‑work compliance.

8. Identifying Non‑compliance and Fault Conditions Recognizing unsafe practices, structural faults, and corrective actions.

9. Tagging Systems and Inspection Records Maintenance Scaffold tagging, inspection logs, and audit‑ready documentation.

10. Practical Assessment and Site Inspection Simulation Hands‑on scaffold inspection, compliance verification, and reporting exercises.

• Builds competence in advanced scaffolding inspection and compliance verification

• Enhances compliance with OSHA, HSE, ISO, and BS EN standards

• Strengthens skills in structural integrity assessment, hazard identification, and reporting

• Provides tools for audit‑ready documentation and continual improvement

• Offers recognized certification to support careers in scaffolding inspection, site safety management, and compliance consultancy

• Scaffolding inspectors and supervisors

• QA/QC professionals in construction and industrial projects

• Safety officers and compliance auditors

• Individuals progressing from Level 2 Award in Scaffolding Inspector (SCIN‑212) or Scaffolding Supervisor (SCSP‑212)

• Assessment Type: Written exam + practical scaffolding inspection project + viva

• Format: MCQs, applied case studies, hands‑on inspection project, and oral defense

• Total Questions: 80 theory + 1 practical project + 1 viva

• Passing Score: 70%

• Duration: 6–8 weeks (120–150 hours total)

• Certification: Level 3 Certificate in Scaffolding Inspector (SCIC)

To deliver this Qualification, HiQual UK Approved ATPs must demonstrate the capability to deliver, assess, and internally quality assure qualifications in line with recognised regulatory principles and the expectations of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).

Approved centres must operate effective systems to ensure the validity, reliability, fairness, consistency, and security of assessment.

1. Centre Recognition and Legal Compliance

Centres must be formally recognised by HiQual UK prior to the delivery or assessment of any qualification. To maintain recognition, centres must: Be a legally constituted organisation operating in compliance with applicable legislation and regulatory requirements. Demonstrate effective governance, management oversight, and clear lines of accountability. Comply with all HiQual UK policies, procedures, and conditions of centre recognition. Notify HiQual UK promptly of any material changes that may affect delivery, assessment, or internal quality assurance arrangements.

2. Resources, Facilities, and Learning Environment

Centres must ensure that sufficient and appropriate resources are in place to support learning and assessment. This includes: Learning environments appropriate to the mode of delivery, including classrooms and, where applicable, specialist or practical facilities. Access to learning and assessment resources that enable learners to meet qualification outcomes. Secure systems for managing learner data, assessment records, and certification claims. Arrangements that support equality of access and reasonable adjustments for learners where required.

3. Staff Competence and Occupational Expertise

Centres must ensure that all staff involved in delivery, assessment, and internal quality assurance are competent and suitably qualified. Centres must: Appoint tutors with appropriate subject knowledge, teaching competence, and relevant occupational or professional experience. Ensure assessors are trained and competent in applying HiQual UK assessment requirements and standards. Appoint a qualified Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) responsible for monitoring assessment practice and decisions. Maintain records of staff qualifications, experience, training, and continuing professional development (CPD).

4. Assessment Practice and Internal Quality Assurance (IQA)

Centres must operate robust internal quality assurance systems to ensure assessment integrity. Centres must: Ensure assessment is valid, fit for purpose, and conducted in line with HiQual UK requirements. Implement effective IQA procedures to monitor assessor performance and confirm the consistency of assessment decisions. Maintain accurate, complete, and auditable records of learner registration, assessment evidence, and outcomes. Carry out regular internal reviews and standardisation activities to support continuous improvement.

5. Integrity, Risk Management, and Malpractice

Centres must take appropriate measures to protect the integrity of assessment. Centres must: Maintain policies and procedures for the prevention, identification, and management of malpractice and maladministration. Ensure secure handling, storage, and retention of assessment materials and learner evidence. Report any suspected or confirmed malpractice to HiQual UK in accordance with published procedures.

6. Health, Safety, Safeguarding, and Learner Protection

Centres must provide a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. Centres must: Comply with applicable health and safety and safeguarding legislation. Conduct risk assessments for learning activities, particularly where practical or technical work is involved. Maintain procedures to safeguard learner welfare and wellbeing.

7. Learner Information, Support, and Fair Treatment

Centres must ensure learners are informed, supported, and treated fairly. Centres must: Provide clear and accurate information on programme requirements, assessment methods, and certification. Ensure learners receive timely and constructive feedback on assessment outcomes. Operate transparent complaints and appeals procedures aligned with HiQual UK requirements. Manage learner information securely in compliance with data protection legislation.