Formwork Safety Course For Supervisors

Course Objective

By the end of the course, participants would be equipped with the knowledge on the proper inspection of formwork during construction, erection, alteration or dismantling in order to prevent accidents

For Whom

This course is designed for personnel appointed to supervise the construction, erection, alteration or dismantling and inspection of formwork structures at any worksite.

Entry Requirements

• Singapore citizen, Permanent Resident or Holder of valid employment pass/work
• Must be over 18 years of age
• Must be physically and mentally fit for the training.
• Assumed Skills and Knowledge: Workplace Literacy & Numeracy Level 4

Course Contents

THEORY:

1. 1.Apply the WSH Act and its subsidiary legislations and relevant Codes of Practice to the construction, erection, alteration or dismantling of any formwork structure in a worksite
2. 2.List the roles and responsibilities of a formwork supervisor
3. Assist in carrying out risk assessment for formwork activities
4. Apply the fundamentals of formwork structure construction
5. Ensure formwork structure construction is in accordance with approved design
6. Inspect formwork structure before, during and after concreting
7. Respond to failure in formwork structure, fire and emergencies

Skills Development Fund (SDF) (Fee Type: Full Fee)

Participants who are Singaporean or Singapore PR and sponsored by company are eligible for SDF Fundings. To be eligible for the SDF funding, companies are required to enroll their trainees through the SkillsConnect System.

For assistance, please call WDA at 68835885 or log-on to www.skillsconnect.gov.sg for more information.

Passing Criteria:

• Written Assessment

100 MCQ – 65%

• Role Play / Case Study – 65%
• Course attendance: 75% Late comers will not be allowed to sit for the test.

Upon successful completion of the course, a Certificate / Card endorsed by Global Training Services will be issued to all participants.