Climbing the Ladder of Scaffolding

14 April 2016 | Updated 01 January 1970

With the construction industry calling for 230,000 new recruits over the next five years and the scaffolding sector playing such a vital role in the industry, demand for trainee scaffolding operatives has never been greater; hence promotional tools such as this latest film from the Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme (CISRS).

There are currently 50,000 plus CISRS card holding scaffolders currently in the UK (and over 4,000 Overseas Scaffolder Training Scheme, OSTS, card holders), helping to meet the strong demand for skilled, regulated scaffolders with the right training in the construction industry.

The short, two-minute viral video was shot at approved CISRS training provider, Simian Risk Management in Warrington and covers the basics of the industry recognised CISRS training scheme, specifically through the stories of three (Part 1, Part 2 and Advanced) scaffolders currently in training and the 2016 NASC Apprentice of the Year (Paul Howells) as well as featuring quotes from CISRS Scheme Manager, Dave Mosley and Simian Risk Management’s Training Director, Dave Abraham.

“Scaffolding is a great career choice, full of interesting opportunities and offering the chance to earn good money, working on different locations and projects every week,” said Dave Mosley, Scheme Manager, CISRS. “And it’s a genuine ‘career for life,’ with options to diversify into other sectors, or even start your own company later on. We have created this film to try to encourage people to kick-start a rewarding career in scaffolding, a sector which is greatly in demand.”

There is a full a list of approved training providers, further details about CISRS card courses, training changes following the introduction of SG4:15 and TG20:13, information and dates on courses available or to find out more about CISRS on its website.

Picture: CISRS has produced a short film promoting the attractions of the scaffolding sector

Article written by Cathryn Ellis | Published 14 April 2016