Safety Management of Formwork and Falsework
Safety Management of Formwork and Falsework
Duration
4 Hours
Accredidations
4 PDU/ 4 CET/ 2 STU
Course Type
Safety Courses
Description
This course provides essential knowledge on the safe design, installation, inspection, and management of formwork and falsework systems in construction projects. Participants will understand workplace safety requirements, structural considerations, inspection procedures, fall prevention measures, and common failure causes to ensure safe and reliable temporary works execution.
Course Coverage
- Introduction to Formwork and Falsework Systems
- Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Legislation and Codes of Practice
- Fundamentals of Formwork and Falsework Design and Construction
- Types and Applications of Formwork Systems
- Falsework Components and Temporary Support Systems
- Load Considerations and Structural Stability Requirements
- Safe Installation, Modification, and Removal Procedures
- Inspection Requirements for Formwork and Falsework
- Pre-Pour Inspection and Approval Processes
- Common Defects and Unsafe Conditions Identification
- Fall Hazards Associated with Formwork Structures
- Work-at-Height Safety Measures and Control Methods
- Responsibilities of Engineers, Supervisors, and Site Personnel
Target Audience
- Professional Engineers (PE)
- Resident Engineers (RE)
- Resident Technical Officers (RTO)
- Structural and Design Engineers
- Project Managers
- Site Engineers and Construction Supervisors
- Temporary Works Coordinators
- Workplace Safety & Health Officers (WSHO)
- Safety Coordinators
