Overview
Scaffolders erect and dismantle scaffolding to provide work platforms on building and industrial sites, and for temporary structures such as staging and seating.
Day-to-day
- fits and bolts tubes, support braces and components to form bases and build up scaffolding
- lifts and positions sections of scaffolding
- erects guard rails, guy wires, ropes and clamps, laying planks and hanging safety nets
- dismantles and removes scaffolding from building sites.
Considerations
- Physically demanding
- Working outdoors
To become a Scaffolder
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You can work as a Scaffolder without formal qualifications. Some on the job training may be provided. A certificate III in scaffolding might be helpful.
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