CISRS Basic Scaffold Inspection Course
Key Features
Of this CISRS Basic Inspection Course:
- Covers full scope of basic scaffold inspection under current UK regulations and TG20:21 guidance
- Teaches systematic inspection of independent tied scaffolds, tower scaffolds, and system scaffolds up to 2.0m in height
- Includes practical fault identification, risk assessment, and completion of accurate inspection reports
- Aligns with CISRS and NASC standards for competent persons responsible for scaffold safety
- Features hands-on exercises using real scaffold structures to develop professional inspection skills
Course Date Availability
CISRS Basic Inspection training at the following 8 centres. Prices from £575 per person :
Course Information
Overview:
The CISRS Basic Scaffold Inspection course provides the recognised training for individuals who need to carry out statutory inspections of basic scaffolds on construction sites and maintenance projects. It equips delegates with the knowledge and practical ability to identify defects, confirm compliance with design and legislation, and produce clear, defensible inspection records. In 2026 this qualification remains essential for anyone with responsibility for scaffold safety, helping to reduce incidents caused by inadequate inspection and ensuring sites meet the requirements of the Work at Height Regulations 2005 and BS EN 12811.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for:
- Site supervisors and managers with scaffold inspection duties
- Health and safety professionals responsible for temporary works
- Competent persons appointed to inspect scaffolds
- Scaffold chargehands and foremen moving into inspection roles
- Client representatives and principal contractors overseeing scaffold contractors
What You Will Learn
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Legal duties and responsibilities under current scaffold regulations
- How to interpret TG20:21 guidance and basic scaffold design drawings
- Systematic inspection techniques for independent, tower and system scaffolds
- Recognition of common faults, defects and non-compliance issues
- Completion of accurate scaffold inspection reports and handover documentation
- Safe access and working practices during scaffold inspections
Course Agenda
Overview:
The course runs over three consecutive days combining classroom theory with extensive practical inspection exercises on purpose-built scaffold structures. Delegates complete both written and practical assessments on the final day.
Key Modules Covered
What you will learn:
- Legislation, guidance and responsibilities for scaffold inspection
- Scaffold components, systems and TG20:21 compliance standards
- Inspection of independent tied scaffolds including ties and bracing
- Tower scaffold inspection, including mobile access towers
- System scaffold inspection techniques and common configurations
- Fault finding, defect reporting and practical inspection exercises
- Report writing, record keeping and handover procedures
Private Courses On-site
CISRS Basic Scaffold Inspection training is also available as a dedicated course, at your premises, and on a date and time of your choosing. Advantages of group / private course is the convenience of candidates being in familiar surroundings and not having to travel, the lowest price, and the ability to have the course tailored to your own application.
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Accreditation & Next Steps
What you will achieve as a result:
Successful delegates receive a CISRS Basic Scaffold Inspection certificate and record card. The qualification is valid for five years and can be renewed through the CISRS CPD scheme or by completing the CISRS Advanced Scaffold Inspection course when progression is required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most commonly asked CISRS Basic Scaffold Inspection questions:
The course is delivered over three consecutive days, with a mix of theory sessions and practical inspection exercises on scaffold structures.
Delegates should have a good understanding of scaffold terminology and basic site experience. A current CITB health and safety test or equivalent is usually required before the course.
The syllabus includes legislation, TG20:21 guidance, inspection of independent tied scaffolds, tower scaffolds, system scaffolds, fault identification, report writing and practical exercises.
Delegates complete a written test and a practical inspection exercise on the final day, with both elements needing to be passed to achieve the qualification.
Successful delegates receive a CISRS Basic Scaffold Inspection certificate and a CISRS record card valid for five years.
The card is valid for five years. Renewal is managed through the CISRS CPD scheme or by progressing to the Advanced Scaffold Inspection course.
The Basic course covers scaffolds up to 2.0 m in height using standard configurations, while the Advanced course includes complex, designed scaffolds, loading bays and specialist structures.
Delegates must bring appropriate site PPE including hard hat, safety boots, high-visibility clothing and gloves for the practical sessions.
Some prior site or scaffold awareness is recommended because the course assumes familiarity with basic scaffold terminology and components.
Delegates who do not pass can usually re-sit the failed element within a set period, subject to the training provider’s policy.
Most providers deliver the course at approved training centres with purpose-built scaffold rigs, although some can arrange on-site delivery where suitable facilities exist.
It enables competent persons to carry out statutory inspections, identify defects early, produce compliant reports and support overall site safety management.
Prices per person typically start at £575. Discounts available for multi person or group bookings (depending upon location)
More Information
The training focuses on developing the practical competence needed to carry out reliable scaffold inspections in real site conditions. Delegates leave with the ability to apply recognised inspection methods and produce documentation that stands up to scrutiny by clients, principal contractors and enforcing authorities.
Last updated: Jun 2026 • Part of XYZ Training Group