New Model Curriculum Foreman Scaffolding
New Model Curriculum Foreman Scaffolding
Foreman Scaffolding
SECTOR: Construction
SUB-SECTOR: Real Estate and Infrastructure Construction
OCCUPATION: Scaffolding
REF ID: CON/Q0309, V1.0
NSQF LEVEL: 5
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Curriculum 01
2. Trainer Prerequisites 08
3. Annexure: Assessment Criteria 09
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CURRICULUM / SYLLABUS
This program is aimed at training candidates for the job of a “ Foreman Scaffolding”, in the
“Construction” Sector/Industry and aims at building the following key competencies amongst the
learner
Qualification Pack
Name & Reference CON/Q0309, v1.0
ID. ID
Preferably 10th standard With 12 years site experience for non trained
Pre-requisites to
workers in same occupation and 3 years site experience as a certified
Training
Foreman Scaffolding – System
After completing this programme, participants will be able to:
Read and interpret drawings and work method statement of scaffolding :
Read & interpret drawings, formwork specification and standards
Ensure erection and dismantling of system scaffold as per schematic
working drawings and specifications : Erection and dismantling of system
scaffold as per specified standards
Inspect erected scaffolds as per specified standards :Inspect erected
scaffold as per specified standards and check for safe use of scaffolding.
Plan, arrange and manage resources for execution of relevant work
:Arrange and manage manpower,tools, material and equipment
Work effectively in a team to deliver desired results at the workplace:
Interact and communicate effectively with co-workers, superiors and sub-
ordinates across different teams to ensure execution of work.
Plan and organize work to meet expected outcomes: Prioritize and
organize work activities and resorces to achieve desired results.
•Supervise, monitor and evaluate performance of subordinates at
workplace: Monitor all construction work activities performed by
subordinates, evaluate their performance
Manage workplace for safe and healthy work environment: Ensure
healthy and safe working environment for subordinates
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This course encompasses 8 out of 8 National Occupational Standards (NOS) of “ Foreman
Scaffolding” Qualification Pack issued by “Construction Skill Development Council of India”.
Sr. Equipment
Module Key Learning Outcomes
No. Required
1 Introduction Overiew of construction sector and Classroom
scaffolding occupation Requirement
Theory Duration Role description/ functions of the 1. Classroom of
(hh:mm) foreman-scaffolder system 30 students
08:00 Expected personal attributes of capacity
Practical Duration foreman-scaffolder 2. Black/White
(hh:mm) Brief description about course board
00:00 content, mode of learning and 3. Projector/LED
duration of course Monitor
Future possible progression and 4. Computer
career development provisions on 5. Trade specific
completion of the course charts and
other teaching
aids
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Sr. Equipment
Module Key Learning Outcomes
No. Required
Read and understand schedule 20. Aluminium/ GI
provided for completion of scaffolding ladder
work 21. Safety net
Read and extract information from
method statement for erection of PPEs & safety
scaffolding equipment’s
Ensure work method standards are 22. Helmet
followed for scaffolding works 23. Safety shoes
Prepare hand sketches for describing 24. Safety belt
work to sub-ordinate 25. Cotton hand
Calculate for required quantity of gloves
material components from schematic 26. Goggles
working drawing of scaffolding 27. Reflective
Jackets
28. Safety
message
boards
29. Scaffolding
Tags
30.Barricade Tape
3 Ensure erection & Theory:- Hand tools
dismantling of system Tolerance limits for of scaffolding work 1. Hammer
scaffold as per (including erection And standard 2. Ring spanner
schematic working dismantling of conventional scaffold, (set)
drawings and mobile tower, staircase, complex 3. Open end
specifications Scaffolds as per India/international spanner
code. 4. Double end
Theory Duration Preventive and corrective action to meet spanner
(hh:mm) the required standards of quality in 5. Wrench
196:00 scaffolding work 6. Pulley
Checklist for scaffolding works 7. Rope
Practical Duration Line, level and alignment required for 8. Nuts and bolts
(hh:mm) erection of scaffolding work 9. Hack saw
292:00 Scaffold components, materials and frame with
tools used in scaffolding works blade
Corresponding NOS Different types of scaffolds system such 10.Drilling
Code as pipe &couplers and other common Machine with bits
CON/N0361 customized system scaffold (frame Measuring
scaffold ) for basic and complex Instruments
structures 10. Measuring
Procedure for layout of scaffolding as tape
per drawings 11. Spirit level
12. Plumb-bob
Demonstration/ Practical :- 13. Chalk Line
14. Water level
check and ensure that cutting, filling,
tube
leveling and compaction of earth if
required prior to commencement of work
Materials
Check and ensure survey works and
15. Cup-lock/
marking are available before
frame
commencing the scaffolding work.
scaffolding
Ensure that scaffold is erected as per components
schematic working drawings 16. Staircase
Ensure lifting & lowering of scaffold tower
material manually or by using crane is
done safely and appropriately
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Sr. Equipment
Module Key Learning Outcomes
No. Required
Ensure layout of scaffolding as per components
drawings with fixtures
Ensure rigidity and stability of erected 17. Castor wheels
scaffold 18. 40 NB pipes
Ensure adequate support is provided to 19. Swivel coupler
the erected scaffold as per standard 20. Fixed clamp
practice 21. Steel
Ensure that system scaffold is walkways
dismantled sequentially and safely 22. Aluminium/ GI
Ensure repair and maintenance of ladder
damage components as per requirement 23. Safety net
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Sr. Equipment
Module Key Learning Outcomes
No. Required
line, level and alignment required for 15. Cup-lock/
scaffold wedge
Preventive and corrective action to lock/frame
ensure scaffold meets the required scaffolding
standards of quality components
Components, materials and tools used 16. Staircase
in scaffolding works tower
Procedure for layout of scaffold as per components
drawings with fixtures
Different types of scaffolds system 17. Castor wheels
such as pipe &couplers and other 18. 40 NB pipes
common customized system scaffold 19. Swivel coupler
for basic and complex structures 20. Fixed clamp
Computer basics & Auto-cad software 21. Steel
application for 2D drawing walkways
22. Aluminium/ GI
Demonstration/Practical ladder
check only right components are used 23. Safety net
with respect to the types of scaffold
PPEs & safety
check erected scaffold is in plumb and
equipment’s
level as per requirements
24. Helmet
check scaffold with respect to
25. Safety shoes
inspection checklist
26. Safety belt
Record details of erected scaffold and 27. Cotton hand
document into inspection gloves
Ensure all corrective and suggestive 28. Goggles
actions are completed before giving 29. Reflective
safe use of permission. jackets
Ensure scaffolds are used only for 30. Safety
intended purpose message
Ensure safety protocol is followed boards
while using or accessing scaffold 31. Scaffolding
Tags
5 Plan, arrange and Theory:- Hand tools
manage resources for Service request procedures for tools, 1. Hammer
execution of relevant materials and equipments 2. Ring spanner
work statutory compliance requirement (set)
related to workmen engagement 3. Open end
Theory Duration identification of critical activities under spanner
(hh:mm) scaffolding work. 4. Double end
12:00 Daily productivity report and its spanner
importance 5. Wrench
Practical Duration Daily attendance register and its 6. Pulley
(hh:mm) importance 7. Rope
20:00 Sequencing and prioritizing of 8. Nuts and bolts
activities under scaffolding work 9. Hack saw
Corresponding NOS Method of calculating quantum of frame with
Code relevant work blade
CON/N7001 10.Drilling
Method of calculation of tools and
Machine with bits
material requirement
Measuring
optimizing resouces required in
Instruments
scaffolding work
10. Measuring
Demonstration/ Practical :-
tape
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Sr. Equipment
Module Key Learning Outcomes
No. Required
Estimate the quantity of tools and 11. Spirit level
machineries required in assigned 12. Plumb-bob
activities under scaffolding work 13. Chalk line
Estimate materials,components and 14. Water level
fixtures required in assigned activities tube
under scaffolding work Materials
Maintaining records in the daily labour 15. Cup-
attendance report and the daily lock/frame
productivity report scaffolding
Carryout reconciliation of material components
consumption and consumables used 16. 40 NB steel
in assigned activities of scaffolding pipes
work 17. Swivel coupler
Demonstrate use of resources 18. Fixed clamp
engaged in erection and dismantling 19. Steel
of scaffolding in optimum manner walkways
plan work targets, schedules for 20. Aluminium/ GI
subordinates for completion of task as ladder
per work plan, time schedule and 21. Safety net
quality
Allocate material equipment and tools PPEs & safety
to workmen and extract work as per equipment’s
plan 22. Helmet
23. Safety shoes
24. Safety belt
25. Cotton hand
gloves
26. Goggles
27. Reflective
Jackets
28. Safety
message
boards
29. Scaffolding
Tags
30.Barricade Tape
6 Work effectively in a Theory:-
team to deliver desired Different modes of communication, and
results at the its appropriate usage
workplace Importance of team work
Effective communication with team
Theory Duration Risk of failures in a team
(hh:mm) Importance of creating healthy and
8:00 cooperative work environment among
the gangs of worker
Practical Duration
(hh:mm) Demonstration/practicals
16:00 Demonstrate the effective and correct
procedures of reporting to supervisors
Corresponding NOS Demonstrate effective passing on of
Code work related information/ requirement
CON/N clearly to the team members
Evaluate the complexity of task and
determine if any guidance is required
from superiors
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Sr. Equipment
Module Key Learning Outcomes
No. Required
Evaluate deviation from the specified
work and inform the same to
subordinates and superiors.
7 Plan and organize Theory
work to meet expected policies, procedures and work targets
outcomes set by superiors
organizational policies,procedures and
Theory Duration protocol for smooth completion of
(hh:mm) work at the respective workplace
8:00 Importance of proper housekeeping at
Practical Duration worksite
(hh:mm) standard practices of work to be
16:00 adopted for assigned task
Corresponding NOS
Code Demonstration/practicals
CON/N8002 Plan work as per right sequence and
organize required resources in
coordination with the team members
Plan activities of scaffolding work as
per schedule and sequence
Evaluate and find solutions to
minimize errors and suggest
improvements for optimizing resource
utilization
List and arrange required resource
prior to commencement of work
Allocate manpower in an appropriate
manner
8 Supervise, monitor Theory
and evaluate Policies, procedures and work targets
performance of for performance evaluation and
subordinates at appraisals
workplace organizational policies, procedures
and protocol for smooth completion of
Theory Duration work at the respective workplace
(hh:mm) Method of completing work/task
8:00 accurately by following standard
Practical Duration specifications and procedures
(hh:mm) optimized and correct use of materials
16:00 tools, tackles & equipment
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Sr. Equipment
Module Key Learning Outcomes
No. Required
requirements set by the concerned
authority
Fix expected targets for the
respective gang as per site
requirements and allocate work to
subordinates
Demonstration &practicals
Identify any hazard in workplace and
notify them to appropriate authority
Ensure that all safety and protection
installation are correctly placed &
adequate
Ensure appropriate use of following
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
as per applicability:
Head Protection (Helmets)
Ear Protection
Fall Protection
Foot Protection
Face and Eye Protection,
Hand &Body Protection
Respiratory Protection
Ensure effective adherence to
response to emergency procedures /
protocols
Demonstrate procedures for accident
recording and reporting as per
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Sr. Equipment
Module Key Learning Outcomes
No. Required
organizational and statuary
requirements
Implement control measures to reduce
risk & meet legal requirement as per
organizational policies
Demonstrate the use of fire protection
equipments for different type of fire
hazard
(This syllabus/ curriculum has been approved by Construction Skill Development Council of
India)
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Trainer Prerequisites for Job role: “Foreman Scaffolding” mapped to
Qualification Pack: “CON/Q0309, v1.0”
Sr.
Area Details
No.
1 Description To deliver accredited training service, mapping to the curriculum detailed
above, in accordance with the Qualification Pack “CON/Q0309”.
2 Personal Aptitude for conducting training, and pre/ post work to ensure competent,
Attributes employable candidates at the end of the training. Strong communication
skills, interpersonal skills, ability to work as part of a team; a passion for
quality and for developing others; well-organised and focused, eager to
learn and keep oneself updated with the latest in the mentioned field
3 Minimum ITI/12th standard pass
Educational
Qualifications
4a Domain Trainer/Assessor- 70% in each NOS of Qualification Pack “CON/Q0309”
Certification & 80% overall , Lead trainer/Lead Assessors- 70% in each NOS of
Qualification Pack “CON/Q0309” & 90% overall
4b Platform Trainer/Assessor-80% in each NOS of Qualification Pack “MEP/Q0102” or
Certification “MEP/Q0104”, Lead trainer/ Lead Assessors- 90% in each NOS of
Qualification Pack “MEP/Q0101” or “MEP/Q0103”and overall 90%
5 Experience i. Technical Degree holder with minimum three years of Field experience
and preferably two years of teaching experience or,
ii. In case of a Diploma Holder five years of field experience and
preferably two years of teaching experience or,
iii. In case of ITI/12th pass minimum eight years of field experience and
preferably two years of teaching Experience.
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CRITERIA FOR ASSESSMENT OF TRAINEES
Job Role Foreman Scaffolding
Qualification Pack CON/Q0309
Sector Skill Council Construction
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Marks Allocation
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PC11. ensure rigidity and stability of erected scaffold 5 2 3
PC12. ensure adequate support is provided to the
4 2 2
erected scaffold as per standard practice
PC13. ensure scaffold is supported at regular interval
4 1 3
from permanent structure
PC14. ensure height of scaffold erected is within
4 1 3
permissible limits
PC15. ensure all working platform are properly fixed
4 1 3
for carrying out subsequent activity
PC16. ensure completion of work within the time with
4 2 2
quality and safety
PC17. point out errors to workers and suggest
remedial action / demonstrate repair work as and 4 1 3
when required
PC18. ensure that system scaffold is dismantled
8 4 4
sequentially and safely
PC19. ensure lifting & lowering of scaffold material
manually or by using crane is done safely and 4 2 2
appropriately
PC20. ensure safe storage and stacking of scaffold
3 1 2
components
PC21. ensure that all instructions/ guidelines are
3 1 2
followed while dismantling system scaffold
PC22. ensure that all the fixtures and small
3 1 2
components are staked properly for further use
PC23. ensure replace/repair and maintenance of
4 1 3
damage components as per requirement
Total 100 40 60
CON/N0362: PC1. check scaffold is resting on a firm base and well 2 1 1
Inspect erected compacted ground
scaffold is as per PC2. check only right components are used with 3 1 2
specified respect to the types of scaffold
standards PC3. check erected scaffold is in plumb and level as 4 2 2
per requirements
PC4. check diagonal cross bracing is in place for 4 2 2
support for the scaffold
PC5. check scaffold for rigidity and ensured stability 5 2 3
where height to base ratio exceeds 4:1
100
PC6. check all guardrails, toe board, walk way boards, 4 2 2
fall protection are in place to ensure safety
PC7. check for other safety hazards (pinch points, hot 3 1 2
surfaces, electrical) if any and prevention against
them
PC8. check scaffold is tagged for its purpose (safe for 4 2 2
use, unsafe for use, scaffold incomplete)
PC9. check and ensure scaffold is supported with 4 2 2
permanent structure at regular interval as per
standard practices
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PC10. check scaffold with respect to inspection 6 2 4
checklist
PC11. record details of erected scaffold and document 4 1 3
inspection checklist
PC12. ensure all corrective and suggestive actions are 3 1 2
completed before giving “safe for use” permission
PC13. point out errors to workers and suggest 4 1 3
remedial action / demonstrate repair work as and
when required
PC14. check ‘Scaffold Safe for Use’ tag has been
attached near access point after inspection from 5 2 3
scaffold inspector
PC15. check ladder or stairway has been attached for
3 1 2
access
PC16. ensure that bracing are not used as ladder for
3 1 2
accessing to scaffold
PC17. ensure scaffolds are used only for intended
5 2 3
purpose
PC18. ensure only portable ladders are used to
5 2 3
increase working height of scaffold
PC19. ensure maintenance of safety protocol while
6 3 3
using or accessing scaffold
PC20. check castors are locked before using mobile
4 2 2
tower
PC21. check positioning of scaffold so as not to
3 1 2
contact energized power line
PC22. ensure workplace is clear of construction debris
4 2 2
and unwanted material
PC23. point out errors to workers and suggest
remedial action / demonstrate repair work as and 6 2 4
when required
PC24. check scaffold with respect to inspection
6 2 4
checklist
Total 100 40 60
CON/N7001: PC1. determine quantum and nature of work under
5 2 3
Plan, arrange assigned activity
and manage PC2. calculate requirement of manpower for assigned
8 3 5
resources for activities
execution of PC3. submit manpower requirement to superiors 5 2 3
relevant work PC4. allocate and extract work as per plan 8 3 5
PC5. provide clear instructions to workmen for 100
8 3 5
execution of work
PC6. ensure optimum utilization of manpower
8 3 5
resources
PC7. record the daily labour attendance 8 3 5
PC8. record the daily productivity report 8 3 5
PC9. estimate quantity of assigned work 8 3 5
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PC10. estimate requirement for material, components
8 3 5
and fixtures
PC11. estimate equipment, tools and accessories
8 3 5
required
PC12. submit material, equipment and tool
8 3 5
requirement to superiors
PC13. allocate material , equipment and tools to
8 3 5
workmen and extract the work as per plan
PC14. provide clear instructions for optimized use of
8 3 5
resources
Total 100 40 60
CON/N8001: PC1. pass on work related information/ requirement
10 4 6
Work effectively clearly to the team members
in a team to PC2. inform co-workers and superiors about any kind
10 4 6
deliver desired of deviations from work
results at the PC3. address the problems effectively and report if
20 8 12
workplace required to immediate supervisor appropriately
PC4. receive instructions clearly from superiors and
10 4 6
respond effectively on the same
PC5. communicate to team members/subordinates 100
10 4 6
for appropriate work technique and method
PC6. seek clarification and advice as per the
10 4 6
requirement and applicability
PC7. hand over the required material, tools tackles,
equipment and work fronts timely to interfacing 15 6 9
teams
PC8. work together with co-workers in a synchronized
15 6 9
manner
Total 100 40 60
CON/N8002: PC1. understand clearly the targets and timelines set
13 5 8
Plan and by superiors
organize work to PC2. plan activities as per schedule and sequence 10 4 6
meet expected
outcomes PC3. provide guidance to the subordinates to obtain 13 5 8
desired outcome
PC4. plan housekeeping activities prior to and post
8 3 5
completion of work
PC5. list and arrange required resources prior to
10 4 6
commencement of work 100
PC6. select and employ correct tools, tackles and
8 3 5
equipment for completion of desired work
PC7. complete the work with allocated resources 8 3 5
PC8. engage allocated manpower in an appropriate
5 2 3
manner
PC9. use resources in an optimum manner to avoid
5 2 3
any unnecessary wastage
PC10. employ tools, tackles and equipment with care
5 2 3
to avoid damage to the same
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PC11. organize work output, materials used, tools and
10 4 6
tackles deployed,
PC12. processes adopted to be in line with the
8 3 5
specified standards and instructions
Total 100 40 60
CON/N8003: PC1. fix expected targets for the respective gang as
Supervise, per site requirements and allocate work to
15 6 9
monitor and subordinates
evaluate
performance of PC2. establish expected performance standards and
subordinates at expectations for the respective gang of workers to 15 6 9
workplace meet the desired outcomes
PC3. inspect assigned work to the respected gang of
20 8 12
workers through progressive checking 100
PC4. observe and verify the work activities performed
20 8 12
by the subordinates at the construction site
PC5. monitor overall performance of subordinates on
the designed measures to ensure quality 15 6 9
requirements set by the concerned authority
PC6. ensure adherence to the organizational policies
and procedures for all relevant construction activities 15 6 9
by the workmen subordinations
Total 100 40 60
CON/N9002: PC1. ensure proper housekeeping at workplace 5 2 3
Manage PC2. implement safe handling , stacking methods at
workplace for workplace / store 5 2 3
safe and healthy PC3. insure that health and safety plan is followed by
work all subordinates 5 2 3
environment PC4. identify any hazard in workplace and notify them
to appropriate authority 5 2 3
PC5. ensure that all safety and protection installation
are correctly placed & adequate 5 2 3
PC6. ensure safe access is available at work place for
movement of workers & materials 5 2 3
PC7. ensure safe use of tools and tackles by the
workmen as per applicability 5 2 3
PC8. ensure appropriate use of following Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE) as per applicability:
Head Protection (Helmets)
Ear Protection
Fall Protection 10 4 6
Foot Protection
Face and Eye Protection,
Hand &Body Protection
Respiratory Protection 100
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PC9. maintain entrances & exit from confined spaces ,
excavated pits and other location in concurrence with
safety parameters or instruction form safety
personals. 5 2 3
PC10. ensure organizational policies and procedures
are followed for health , safety and welfare, in
relation to:
methods of receiving or sourcing information
dealing with accidents and emergencies associated
with the work and environment 10 4 6
reporting
stooping work
evacuation
fire risks and safe exit procedures
PC11. follow procedures for accident recording and
reporting as per organizational and statuary
requirements 5 2 3
PC12. ensure effective adherence to response to
emergency procedures / protocols 7.5 3 4.5
PC13. report any case of emergency / risks to the
concern people at the construction site 7.5 3 4.5
PC14. report any perceived risk hazards to the
superiors / concerned EHS 7.5 3 4.5
PC15. demonstrate the use of fire protection
equipments for different type of fire hazard 7.5 3 4.5
PC16. implement control measures to reduce risk &
meet legal requirement as per organizational policies 5 2 3
Total 100 40 60
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