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1 MOM Technical Notes Part II v1.1 - SUSSC

MINISTRY OF MANPOWER

TECHNICAL NOTES

For

Suspended Scaffolding Supervisors’

Course (SUSSC)

PART II

Version 1.0

14 October 2014

Workplace Safety and Health Council, Ministry of Manpower, Singapore (MOM)

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This document is provided for explicit use and guidance of Learning Service Providers (LSPs) as information resource for curriculum development and assessment purposes. Any other use of this document or parts thereof, including reproduction, publication, distribution, transmission, retransmission or public showing, or storage in a retrieval system in any form, electronic or otherwise, for purposes other than that expressly stated in this advice without the expressed permission of MOM is strictly prohibited.


Version History

Version Effective Date Changes Author

1.0 14 October 2014 MOM Technical

Notes (First issue)

ICB, WSH Council Office

1.1 4 Nov 2016 Amendments ICB, WSH

Council Office


Table of Content: Page

1 Aim of MOM Technical Notes 4

2 MOM Technical Notes 4

3 Overview of Course Requirements 6

4 Training Delivery Advice 7

5 Assessment Advice 9

6 Approved Facilitator and Assessor Requirements 10

7 End of Course Evaluation and Feedback 11

8 Related WSH Legislations, Industrial Code of Practice, and other 11 References

Annex A: Course Syllabus Annex B: Course Reference Matrix Annex C: Assessment Plan


AIM OF THE MOM TECHNICAL NOTES 1.1 The MOM Technical Notes is a document listing the requirements expected of

the Learning Service Providers (LSPs), the approved facilitators, course and facilities suitable for the conduct of the WSH course. It also aims to help facilitate LSPs deliver effective training and conduct competency-based training and assessment.

1.2 The main part of this document contains key information on the Suspended Scaffold Supervisors’ Course (SUSSC), including the course aim, learning objectives, target audience, assumed skills and knowledge, course syllabus, course duration, class size, and approved facilitator/learner ratio. It also sets forth guidelines for training delivery and assessment for the course.

1.3 This MOM Technical Notes shall be reviewed on a regular basis and or

whenever it is deemed necessary due to changes in MOM policy and or requirements, training syllabus and or industrial requirements.

2 MOM TECHNICAL NOTES 2.1 LSP Criteria:

1 full time Principal/Manager

1 full time approved facilitator & 1 associate approved facilitator

2 approved facilitators per language per course

bizSAFE Level 3

Paid up Capital $5k

ACTA or DACE

Specialist Diploma in WSH

5 years of relevant industry experience

Any other course specific requirement/s 2.2 LSP Facilities:

Conduciveness of training facilities

Safe

Noise

Lighting

Sanitary

Projection

Tables/Chairs

Ventilation

No training in containers


2.3 Suspended Scaffold Supervisors’ Course (SUSSC) Theory Assessment:

50 MCQ assessment in 2 hour

A closed book assessment

Each learner shall be given a different set of assessment question paper

Approved facilitator for class is not allowed to be the invigilator for the assessment (same class)

Assessment papers are to be issued in accordance to the course language registered for only. No mix language assessment is permitted

Approved facilitator to learner ratio is 1: 24 for theory

A certificate of successful completion or safety pass/card shall be issued to each learner who passes the assessment, by the LSP

The passing mark for the theory examination shall be at least 65% 2.4 Practical Requirement / Assessment

• For practical training, learners will learn (1) the standard components and parts of suspended scaffold, (2) pre-start checks, (3) interpret drawings, (4) inspection of suspended scaffold, (5) trouble-shooting of winch/climbing mechanism, and (6) proper use of PPEs and lifelines.

• For the Practical Test, learners will be tested on what they have learned from the practical training within the time limit of 2-hour allocation.

• Have a documented register to account for ALL the inspections carried out on all the PPEs

LSP is to ensure the following:

- The suspended scaffold (gondola) and related materials and components including outriggers, suspension lines, lifelines, etc are to be used for practical exercises

- The gondola, related materials and components are kept and maintained in good condition and in sufficient number to ensure the exercises and tests could be conducted properly and safely

- Learners use and wear the appropriate personal protective equipment and apparels during the practical sessions.

Assessors must be familiar with the assessment criteria before conducting any assessment.

Learner is to pass 100% in all practical assignments/tests. If any learner fails the assessment, he is required to be re-coursed and re-assessed on a separate occasion.

All training records must be kept by LSP for period of no less than 2 years for audit purpose.

2.5 Checklist for LSPs:

URA approved use of venue: Commercial School (theory only) or Industrial Training (theory and practical)

Approved facilitators to be approved by authority by course, language and venue


Updated register of all approved facilitators by course, language and venue

Approved facilitator certification: Specialist Diploma in WSH

Course information including cancellation and refund policy must be made available to the public

Accountability for all test related materials including test question sets i.e. number of sets produced / destroyed

Guidelines for invigilator and assessors

Code of conduct for Invigilators and Assessors

Register to show production, issuance and destruction of safety certificates/pass/card

All safety certificates/safety pass/card to be issued by LSPs to learners no later than one month from assessment date

End of course evaluation for each course

LSPs to have copy of MOM Technical Notes Parts I and II and course related SOP/s

3 OVERVIEW OF THE COURSE REQUIREMENTS 3.1 Learning objectives:

3.1.1 Introduction to Legal Requirements 3.1.2 Roles and Responsibilities 3.1.3 Safe Rigging of Suspended Scaffolds 3.1.4 Safe Use & Inspection of Suspended Scaffolds 3.1.5 Interpretation of Design Drawings 3.1.6 Accident Investigation and Case Studies

3.2 Target audience: This course is designed for all learners working in the

construction related industry. 3.3 Course duration: 32 hours 3.4 Maximum class size: 24 learners 3.5 Recommended approved facilitator/learner ratio:

Theory Lesson = 1:24 max

Practical lesson= 1: 12 max

Theory Assessment = 1:24 max

Practical Assessment = 1:12 max

3.6 Course attendance: 100% attendance.


4 TRAINING DELIVERY ADVICE 4.1 Approved facilitator’s guide and learners’ workbook/handouts

4.1.1 In order to deliver more effective instruction and ensure consistency in training, a copy of the approved facilitator’s guide shall be prepared. The guide provides the approved facilitator with information on the course including:

Course aim

Learning objectives

Target audience

Assumed skills and knowledge

Course duration

Class size and approved facilitator/learner ratio

Lesson plan

Course contents and instructional materials according to the course requirements

Training methodologies

Areas of focus/emphasis for each slide/topic

Training resource requirements

Course administration instruction

4.1.2 The LSP shall also facilitate the learning process by providing each learner with a learners’ workbook/handouts to summarize (with illustrations, where possible) key learning points of all the topics covered in the syllabus. This may be in the form of drawings/illustrations rather than words. 4.1.3 The LSP is required to prepare and submit a course reference matrix (see Annex B) for coverage of course contents with respect to the training slides and the practical assessment modes. This is to facilitate cross references between topics and training slides on the said topics. 4.1.4 It is the responsibility of the LSP to ensure that no part of the materials used for the training infringe on patent, design, copyright and intellectual property rights of any individual or organization.

4.1.5 The LSP shall retain an updated version of the training course syllabus, lesson plan, approved facilitator’s guide and a learners’ workbook/handouts at all times for inspection and verification by appointed auditors.

4.2 Training Methodology

4.2.1 Approved facilitators are expected to draw upon their approved facilitator-training in the development and delivery of the training programme and to apply appropriate principles of training in the design and delivery of the course.


4.2.2 Recommended training methods are as follow:

Classroom instruction

Case studies

Videos and photographs, other e-resources and instructional media 4.3 Training venue requirements

4.3.1 LSP is required to be equipped with sufficient and relevant practical training equipment such as scaffold materials and accessories, PPEs, fire fighting equipment etc. 4.3.2 For the theory training, this is to be conducted in a classroom with supporting training slides, videos, local case studies on incidents and accidents at the construction or related sites, and where possible, actual equipment/PPEs to enhance learning. 4.3.3 The LSP shall ensure the classroom has adequate chairs and writing tables to be comfortably spaced for a class of up to 24 participants for conduciveness to the learning process. There must also be adequate land space to comfortably conduct the practical training and assessment safely. A time device e.g. clock, lightings and ventilation must be adequate for classroom instruction. Emergency exit routes must be clearly marked out and briefed to the course participants at the start of the course. Necessary equipment such as projectors, multimedia player, whiteboards, flipcharts and any other equipment essential for instruction purpose must be made available. 4.3.4 LSP is to adhere to the conditions stipulated in the MOM Technical Notes Parts I and II notes at all times, where applicable. Adequate safety control measures must be undertaken to ensure the safety of the learners and approved facilitators during the conduct of the course/training at all times.

4.4 Training Requirements:

4.4.1 Training site emergency evacuation route – to be briefed at start of course

4.4.2 Training SOP must be available before the conduct of the course 4.4.3 Photos/slides of the various types of construction-related hazards

(biological, fire, explosives, working at height, chemicals, mechanical, electrical, radiation and gas)

4.4.5 Local case studies, where possible, relating to incidents/accidents in the construction related industry

4.4.6 Appropriate and relevant PPEs and equipment for classroom demonstration must be made available during the course


4.5 Practical Training Requirements:

4.5.1 The suspended scaffold (gondola) and related materials and components including outriggers, suspension lines, lifelines, etc. that are to be used for practical exercises are to be kept and maintained in good condition, and in sufficient number to ensure that the exercises and tests could be conducted properly and safely. The LSP is to ensure that the approved facilitator use and wear the appropriate personal protective equipment and apparels during the practical sessions.

5 ASSESSMENT ADVICE

5.1 There shall be a one 2-hour written and one 2-hour practical assessment at the end of the course.

5.1.1 The learner must pass BOTH written and practical assessments in order to be issued with the certificate of successful completion. Failure to pass either of the assessments shall render a “Fail” outcome for the participant and he must then re-attempt the course and assessments.

S/N Assessment Activity Method Duration Duration

1 Written Assessment Test

(50 MCQs) -

2 hour (max 24 pax)

2 Practical Assessment Assessment - 2 hours

(max 12 pax)

Total Assessment Time 4 hours

5.2 Written Assessment:

5.2.1 The LSP must administer a 50 multiple choice question (MCQ) test. 5.2.2 The total allocated time for the written assessment is 2 hour. 5.2.3 The passing mark for the written assessment is 65% 5.2.4 During the administration of the written assessment, there shall be an

invigilator to ensure the integrity of the assessment process. The approved facilitator for the course is not permitted to be the assessor or invigilator for the same course participants during the assessment.

5.2.5 SOP on the upkeep of the confidentiality of the written assessment questions


5.3 Guidelines on Practical Assessment

5.3.1 The assessment plan shall comprise the following:

Overview of the assessment tools and its duration

Clear instructions on the conduct of the assessment

SOP on the upkeep of the confidentiality of the practical assessment questions

Instruments or tools of the practical assessment (e.g. question paper, suspended scaffold checklist)

Practical assessment summary record 5.4 Conduct of Practical Assessment

5.4.1 The practical assessment must be conducted strictly in accordance

with the practical assessment plan. Each learner is expected to complete and pass ALL the assessment requirements within the stipulated assessment time allocated.

5.4.2 The learner shall be assessed either “Competent” or “Not Yet

Competent”. 100% pass for all the practical components is required.

5.5 Recording and reporting outcome of the Practical Assessment

5.5.1 All practical assessment outcomes must be accurately recorded in the assessment summary record form.

5.5.2 The practical assessment outcome must be conveyed to the learners

at the end of the assessment. 5.5.3 The LSP shall maintain a record of the assessment results for 2 years

for inspection by the authorities, when requested.


6 APPROVED FACILITATOR AND ASSESSOR REQUIREMENTS 6. A approved facilitator and assessor of this course should possess the following:

6.1.1 Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA) or Diploma in Adult Continuing Education (DACE)

6.1.2 For the THEORY TRAINING: Registered WSH Officer with at least 2 years working experience relating to suspended scaffolds

6.1.3 For PRACTICAL TRAINING: Registered WSH Officer with at least 2 years of practical experience in the actual operation, installation and dismantling relating to suspended scaffolds, OR

6.1.4 For PRACTICAL TRAINING: Others with at least 3 years of practical experience in the actual operation, installation and dismantling relating to suspended scaffolds

7 END OF COURSE EVALUATION AND FEEDBACK

7.1 The LSP shall conduct an end-of-course evaluation after each course, where learners provide quantitative and qualitative feedback on the course content, duration, training delivery, training materials, training venue, training resources, quality of approved facilitators and assessors.

7.2 The LSP shall analyse the feedback provided to improve the delivery of

the course. Immediate actions shall be taken to address issues with ratings below 3. The actions taken to address issues with a rating of 1 or 2 shall be recorded and kept for audit purpose.

1 2 3 4 5

Poor Fair Satisfactory Very Good Excellent

8 RELATED WSH LEGISLATIONS, INDUSTRIAL CODE OF PRACTICE AND

OTHER REFERENCES (the list is not exhaustive)

Workplace Safety and Health Act 2006

WSH CP:1 (Code of Practice for Working Safely at Height)

WSH (Risk Management) Regulations 2006

WSH (Work at Heights) Regulations 2013

WSH (Work at Heights) Regulations Amendment 2014

WSH (Construction) Regulations 2007

WSH (Scaffolds) Regulations 2011

CP14: 1996 (Code of Practice for Scaffolds)

CP20:1999 (Code of Practice for Suspended Scaffolds)


Annex A Course Syllabus

Lesson No. Content Instructional

Mode Duration (Hours)

1 Introduction to Legal Requirements Theory 4

2 Roles and Responsibilities Theory 4

3 Safe Rigging of Suspended Scaffolds Theory 4

4

Safe Use & Inspection of Suspended Scaffolds Note: To include “Look, Think, Do” steps as part of the mental Risk Assessment. (Look - Look out for Danger / Think - Think of how you can protect yourself / Do - Do your work safely). The basic WSH rules for work such as “Working At Heights”, “Working on Roofs” should be mentioned. Refer to WSHC website (www.wshc.sg) for more information.

Theory 4

5 Interpretation of Design Drawings Theory 3

6 Accident Investigation and Case Studies Theory 3

Examination Written 2

Theory Sub-Total Duration 24

7 Practical Session

Understanding standard components and parts of suspended scaffold including Practical 6

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Lesson No. Content Instructional

Mode Duration (Hours)

different outriggers and anchorages

Pre-start check of equipment and gears, start-up procedures, shut-down procedures and emergency procedures

Interpret drawing with regards to rigging, installation and dismantling of suspended scaffold using different outriggers

Inspection of suspended scaffolds, safety devices, braking system, anchorage points and related details

Trouble-shooting of winch/climbing mechanism

Proper use of personal protective equipment (body harness) and life line

Examination Practical 2

Practical Sub-Total Duration 6

TOTAL DURATION 32


Annex B Course Reference Matrix – for theory only

APPROVED TRAINING SYLLABUS

Suspended Scaffold Supervisors’ Course

Coverage of Course Content

For LSP Inputs

S/N Content Remarks Duration

Indicate slide

number e.g. Slide

#2

Mode of Assessment

1 Introduction to Legal Requirements Theory 4

2 Roles and Responsibilities Theory 4

3 Safe Rigging of Suspended Scaffolds Theory 4

4 Safe Use & Inspection of Suspended Scaffolds Theory 4

5 Interpretation of Design Drawings Theory 3

6 Accident Investigation and Case Studies Theory 3


APPROVED TRAINING SYLLABUS

Suspended Scaffold Supervisors’ Course

Coverage of Course Content

For LSP Inputs

7 Practical Training Session Practical 6 NA Practical

7 Assessment Written/ Practical

2 2

WT/P

TOTAL for both Theory and Practical Training 32 hours

Declaration by LSP

I hereby declare that all the training materials and related particulars / information given are true and correct nor have I infringed any copyright related issues in this entire accreditation process/application

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Name of LSP Name of Applicant Designation of Applicant _______________________________________________________________ Applicant’s Signature Date _______________________________________________________________


Head/Principal’s Signature Date


Annex C Assessment Plan

1 Overview 2 Assessment method and duration 3.1 Instruction for preparation of written test 3.2 Instruction for conduct of practical assessment 4 Assessment Instruments 5 Assessment Record


Annex C-1

1 Overview of Assessment Plan (listed by topics)

Topics Lectur

e (hour)

Practical

(hour)

Assessment

Mode

Total (hour)

Introduction to Legal Requirements 4

WT 28

Roles and Responsibilities 4

Safe Rigging of Suspended Scaffolds 4

Safe Use & Inspection of Suspended Scaffolds

4

Interpretation of Design Drawings 3

Accident Investigation and Case Studies 3

Practical Session 6 PP

WRITTEN TEST/PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT

TOTAL (Hours) – Written Test 2

TOTAL (Hours) – Practical Assessment 2

TOTAL – WT/PA (Hours) 4

WT = Written Test PP = Practical Performance Practical duration is for cohort of 12 students


Annex C-2

2.1 Instruction for preparation of Written Test These instructions concern the written assessment of the learner’s competency

Specification item Details on specifications

Learning outcome Item 1-6

Duration 2 Hour

Venue Classroom

Set up Classroom setup for 24 learners.

Tables & chairs for individual seating

Projector and monitor

Whiteboard & markers of different colours

Whiteboard duster

2B pencil and eraser for each learner

Printed answer sheet

Common Clock

Conduct of the Written Test

Brief learners to check if they have been given the correct test set

Brief learners on the time allocated for the test

Brief learners on the close book test format.

Brief learners that they cannot refer to any material or notes or discuss the questions with any other learners during the test

Brief learners that they are allowed to ask the assessor to explain the question/s

Brief learners on the 65% passing mark requirement

2.2 Instruction for the conduct of the Practical Assessment These instructions concern the practical assessment for the learner’s competency

Specification item Details on specifications

Learning outcome Item 7

Duration 2 Hours

Venue LSP practical training area

Set up A suspended scaffold (gondola) and related materials and components including outriggers, suspension lines, lifelines, etc are to be used for practical exercises

Availability of appropriate personal protective equipment and apparels during the practical sessions.


3 Assessment Instruments Learners are assessed on:

The understanding of the standard components and parts of suspended scaffold including different outriggers and anchorages


The interpretation of drawing with regards to rigging, installation and dismantling of suspended scaffold using different outriggers




4 Assessment Records Suspended Scaffold Supervisors’ Course Approved Assessment Centre: _________________________

Learner’s Name: Date of Assessment:

Learner’s NRIC/Passport/FIN:

Practical Performance Assessment Sheet Competency

Level Comments C NYC

Understanding standard components and parts of suspended scaffold including different outriggers and anchorages


Interpret drawing with regards to rigging, installation and dismantling of suspended scaffold using different outriggers





Overall Assessment

Written Assessment Pass / Fail (Marks: _________ %)

Practical Assessment Competent / Not Yet Competent

Overall Assessment Pass / Fail

Assessor 1: Name & Signature Assessor 2: Name & Signature

Date: Date:

Assessor Feedback: Overall performance of course learners. For NYCs, areas of skills gap and improvements to recommend ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________

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