Scaffold Tie Drilling & Tie Testing Training

This specialist course is designed for scaffolders, site supervisors, and inspectors involved in installing, testing, or inspecting scaffold ties. It provides a comprehensive understanding of tie systems, correct drilling techniques, pull testing procedures, and legal requirements, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with industry standards.

What’s Included in our Scaffold Tie Drilling & Tie Testing Course

• Tieing Principles – structural theory, positioning, and purpose
• Types of Scaffold Ties:
  • HKD Hilti
  • Fischer & Apollo Anchors
  • Box Ties and Rakers
• Review of Manufacturers’ Guidance
• Bespoke Designs – adapting tie systems for non-standard structures
• Tools & Equipment – correct drill use, PPE, and inspection
• Dust Extraction – legal requirements for health and safety
• Tie Duties & Load Ratings
• Pull Testing Procedures – including how to calculate kN loads
• Hand Arm Vibration – exposure limits and safe practice
• Practical Training – hands-on use of tie systems and testing kits

Who Should Attend?

• Scaffolders and advanced scaffolders
• Site managers or supervisors
• Health and safety professionals involved in scaffold inspection

Scaffold Tie Testing Training Course Format

• Duration: Half day
• Assessment: Practical tie testing and written assessment
• Location: Safety & Access training centres or onsite (by arrangement)
• Certificate: Safety & Access Certificate of Competence (valid for 5 years)

Learning Outcomes

• Confidently identify and install various scaffold tie types
• Accurately carry out and document tie pull tests
• Apply manufacturers’ guidelines for safe and compliant use
• Comply with current legal requirements for safety and structural integrity

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Make sure your scaffold structures are properly tied, tested, and compliant. Book your training online or contact our team to arrange a custom course for your site.

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Course Objectives

Delegates will gain the knowledge and practical ability to:

• Understand the principles and purpose of scaffold ties
• Safely use a variety of tie systems including mechanical and chemical anchors
• Carry out accurate and safe drilling techniques for tie installation
• Perform scaffold tie pull testing and interpret results
• Understand legal compliance including dust extraction and hand-arm vibration limits

1. These terms and conditions are in addition to the standard terms and conditions (Rev 2 06/99) of Safety & Access Ltd which are available for inspection upon request
2. Course bookings will only be accepted upon receipt of a signed Safety & Access Ltd course booking form.
3. Course fees must be paid in full prior to course commencing if no account held with Safety & Access Ltd.
4. Safety & Access Ltd reserves the right to withhold the issue of training certificates, grant aid applications and NVQ paperwork until such time as the training/assessment is paid for in full
5. Once a booking is confirmed, the following conditions will apply in respect of course cancellations. Cancellations are required in writing and will apply from date received.  Bank Holidays and Weekends are not included on time limits:
   1. For cancellations made 21 days or more before the course start date, full refund of course fee
   2. For cancellations made more than 14 days, but less than 21 days, before the course start date: 50% refund of course fee on cancellation or £50.00 administration fee on transfer to next available course. Transfers will not be accepted less than 5 working days before the course start date.
   3. For cancellation made less than 14 days before the course start date or non-arrival: Full fee payable
6. Safety & Access Ltd reserves the right at its absolute discretion, and without liability, to cancel, alter or re-arrange courses for any reason including a lack of attendees; in which event attendees will be transferred to other courses or monies paid fully refunded
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