Erect and dismantle cantilever

scaffolds
Reference : K/506/5119
Level : Level 2
Credit Value : 18
Guided Learning Hours : 144
Aim : The aim of this unit is to provide the learner with the knowledge and skills to be deemed trained to erect and dismantle cantilever
scaffolds in relation to: - selecting resources to erect and dismantle cantilever scaffolds - erecting cantilever scaffolds (including truss plus fan
and/or single lift cantilever) - dismantling cantilever scaffolds. This unit is applicable for Tube and Fitting scaffolds and System Scaffolds. When
using the notes for guidance TG20 is applicable for tube and fitting scaffolds only and Manufacturers’instructions refer to System Scaffolding
(and Tube and Fitting).

Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria

The Learner Will The Learner Can
1 Know how to interpret information to erect and dismantle 1.1 - State the potential hazards associated with erecting and
cantilever scaffolds. dismantling cantilever scaffolds.
- Including:
- how to prevent breaches in Health and Safety using risk
assessment.
- TG20 guidance
- BSEN12811-1
- protection of the public
- working at height regulations
- manual handling
1.2 - Describe the different types of information used for erecting
and dismantling cantilever scaffolds
-

Could include:
- plans, drawings and sketches, specifications, method statements,
risk assessments, manufacturers' technical information
- official guidance associated with scaffolding work
- The Work at Height Regulations2005

- TG20 Compliance sheets/BSEN12811-1

1.3 - Describe how to check the information for accuracy and
compliance
-

Including:
- given specification
- technical guidance: TG20, BSEN12811-1
Check accuracy including:
- drawings match requirements.
- job brief
- TG20 compliance sheets
1.4 - Describe why it is important to record and report discrepancies
in the information prior to starting the work
-

Including:
- accuracy
- compliance
- reasons reporting and recording procedures in accordance with
organisation requirements
1.5 - Describe the reporting procedures for solving problems with
information
-

Including:
- communications with other team members
- reporting and recording procedures in accordance with
organisation requirements

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 e.g. verbal, written, formal notification, electronic etc.
1.6 - Describe the methods and configurations to erect and
dismantle cantilever scaffolds
-

Including:
- TG20
- BSEN
- Specification drawings
- Transference of load

Including :
-Truss out,
-fan and

- single lift cantilever

2 Be able to interpret information to erect and dismantle cantilever 2.1 - Select the information required for erecting and dismantling
scaffolds. cantilever scaffolds
-

Information:
- plans, drawings and sketches, specifications, method statements,
risk assessments, manufacturers' technical information, official
guidance associated with scaffolding work, The Work at Height
Regulations 2005. TG20 compliance sheets/BSEN1211-1
2.2 - Check the information for accuracy and compliance
-

Could include:
- given specification
- technical guidance: TG20, BSEN12811-1

Check accuracy including:

- drawings match requirements.
- job brief
- TG20 compliance sheets
2.3 - Record and report discrepancies in the information prior to
starting the work
-

Including:
- communications with other team members
- reporting and recording procedures in accordance with
organisation requirements
e.g. verbal, written, formal notification, electronic etc.

3 Know how to prepare to erect and dismantle cantilever scaffolds. 3.1 - Describe the personal protective equipment (PPE)
requirements for erecting and dismantling cantilever scaffolds
-

Including:
- gloves, safety boots, harness, hard hat, hi-vis, glasses, job specific
specialist PPE and RPE

- Suitable fall arrest equipment e.g. Inertia blocks, rescue kit , SG4
guidance
3.2 - Describe how to protect the work and its surrounding area from
damage
-

Including:
- reasons why work should be protected
- protection against damage from general workplace activities, other
occupations and adverse weather conditions.
- protection of the public and other tradespeople
3.3 - Describe how to identify that the area is suitable to erect
cantilever scaffolds
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Suitability:
- ground conditions
- proximity to other structure / utilities / obstructions
3.4 - Describe how to identify and select the different materials,
components and equipment used when erecting and dismantling

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 cantilever scaffolds
-

Including:
- Methods of calculations

Components and equipment including:

- tube and fitting, associated materials (ropes, boards, ladders,
proprietary components).
Hand tools and ancillary equipment would include:
- scaffold spanner, hammer, tape measure and levels.
3.5 - Describe why it is important to use scaffolding equipment
manufactured to British and European standards when erecting
scaffolds
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Including:
- TG20 guidance
- British and European standards BSEN12811-1
3.6 - Describe the appropriate method for reporting defective
materials, components and equipment
-

Components and equipment including:

- tube and fitting, ropes, boards, ladders, proprietary components.
- hand tools.
- non-standard equipment
- identification of defects

Methods of reporting:
- communications with other team members
- reporting and recording procedures in accordance with
organisation requirements
e.g. verbal, written, formal notification, electronic etc

4 Be able to prepare to erect and dismantle cantilever scaffolds. 4.1 - Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment
(PPE) for erecting and dismantling cantilever scaffolds
-

Equipment including:
- safety helmet, safety boots, gloves, full safety harness, lanyard
with shock absorber, associated hooks, rings and buckles.
- PPE as per specific job requirements
4.2 - Protect the work and its surrounding area from damage
-

Including:
- against damage from general workplace activities, other
occupations and adverse weather conditions.
- Using barriers and signage.
4.3 - Establish the appropriate area to erect cantilever scaffolds
4.4 - Select appropriate materials, components and equipment for
erecting and dismantling cantilever scaffolds
-

Components and equipment including:

- tube and fitting, associated materials (ropes, boards, ladders,
proprietary components).
Hand tools and ancillary equipment would include:
- scaffold spanner, hammer, tape measure and levels.
4.5 - Report defective materials, components and equipment to the
appropriate person
-

Components and equipment including:

- tube and fitting, boards, ladders, proprietary components.
- hand tools.
- non-standard equipment
- methods of communication with other team members
- reporting and recording procedures in accordance with
organisation requirements
e.g. verbal, written, formal notification, electronic etc.
4.6 - Inspect and record fall prevention equipment for security, safety
and operational movement
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 Including:
- visual and tactile checks prior to use
- checklist

5 Know how to erect and dismantle cantilever scaffolds. 5.1 - Understand how to check that the stability of the
foundation/structure for the cantilever scaffold has been considered.
5.2 - Describe how to confirm that the selected resources are
appropriate for the erection of cantilever scaffolds
-

- in accordance with given specification

Components and equipment including:
- tubes and fittings, ropes, boards, beams, ladders, proprietary
components.
- non-standard equipment
- TG20 compliance sheets/BSEN12811-1
5.3 - Describe how to set out and prepare for the erection of
cantilever scaffolds incorporating:
• Truss out
• Protection fan
• Single lift cantilever platform
-

Knowledge must cover all cantilever scaffolds (truss out, protection

fan and single lift cantilever platform)
Including:
-compliance to TG20/BSEN12811-1
-drawing
- manufacturers' instructions
5.4 - Describe how to erect and secure cantilever scaffolds
-

Knowledge must cover all cantilever scaffolds (truss out, protection

fan and single lift cantilever platform)
Could include:
- in accordance with compliance and given specification
- use of TG20 compliance sheets/ BSEN12811-1
- manufacturers' guidance/information
5.5 - Describe how to carry out basic maintenance of hand tools,
ancillary equipment and access equipment to erect basic cantilever
scaffolds.
-

Including:
- manufacturers' instructions
- storage requirements
- safe use and condition
5.6 - Describe how to dismantle cantilever scaffolds
-

Knowledge must cover all cantilever scaffolds (truss out, protection

fan and single lift cantilever platform)
Components and equipment including:
- tube and fitting, boards, ladders, proprietary components.
- hand tools.
- In accordance with organisational requirements.
5.7 - escribe how to store materials, components and equipment
safely
-

Components and equipment including:

- tube and fitting, boards, ladders, proprietary components.
- hand tools.
- In accordance with organisational requirements

6 Be able to erect and dismantle cantilever scaffolds. 6.1 - Confirm that the stability of the foundation/structure for
cantilever scaffolds has been established
-

Including:
- in accordance with organisational requirements
6.2 - Confirm that the selected resources are appropriate for the
erection of cantilever scaffolds
-

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 Components and equipment including:
- tubes and fittings, boards, beams, ladders, proprietary
components.
- hand tools
- in accordance with organisational requirements.
6.3 - Set out and prepare for the erection of cantilever scaffolds:
• truss out
• protection fan
• single lift cantilever
-

Including:
- in accordance with compliance and given specification
- use of TG20 compliance sheets

To do:
- truss out
And 1 from:
- single lift cantilever platform
- protection fan.
6.4 - Erect and secure cantilever scaffolds incorporating access for
erection or use of other occupations in accordance with the work
specification.
• truss out
• single lift cantilever and/or
• fan
-

To do:
- truss out

And 1 from:
- single lift cantilever platform
- protection fan

Components:
-erect and secure needles, spurs and check fittings
-erecting designed scaffolds
- using appropriate hand tools, ancillary equipment and access
equipment

Including:
- use of TG20 compliance sheets/BSEN12811-1
- manufacturers’ instructions
6.5 - Dismantle and remove cantilever scaffolds
-

In accordance with the given specification

- use of TG20 compliance sheets / BSEN12811-1
- manufacturer's instructions
6.6 - Carry out basic maintenance of hand tools, ancillary equipment
and access equipment to erect basic cantilever scaffolds
-

In accordance with:
- organisational requirements
- manufacturers' instructions
6.7 - Store materials, components and equipment safely
-

Could include:
- anchors, ties, boards, beams, ladders, proprietary components,
etc.
- as per organisational requirements
- manufacturers' instructions

Assessment guidance and/or requirements : This unit will be achieved in accordance with the additional guidance requirements as set
out by the Awarding Organisation.

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