Workers equipped with safety harnesses constructing a complex scaffolding structure at height inside an industrial facility, demonstrating advanced scaffolding techniques taught in the Scaffolding Advanced course.

Difference Between Scaffolding Basic, Intermediate & Advanced

Scaffolding Basic, Scaffolding Intermediate, and Scaffolding Advanced are essential courses for anyone pursuing a career in the highly rewarding and in-demand scaffolding industry in Australia. These courses offer excellent earning potential and opportunities to work in various sectors.

At Saferight, we provide nationally accredited courses tailored to help you get started and advance your career. Below, we’ll break down the different levels of scaffolding courses available, so you can choose the one that best suits your career goals.

1. Scaffolding Basic: The Starting Point for Residential Work

Course Overview:

Why Enrol in the Basic Course?

  • Comprehensive Skills Training: Learn how to safely erect and dismantle various types of scaffolding, including modular or fabricated scaffolds, materials hoists, gin wheels, safety nets, and static lines.
  • Master the Modular Technique: Gain practical knowledge in the modular technique, which involves constructing scaffolding structures from the ground up.
  • Tailored for Residential Projects: This course is ideal for those looking to start a career in residential and housing construction, where scaffolders play a vital role in ensuring safety and efficiency.
  • Attractive Earning Potential: With a basic scaffolding qualification, you can earn between $70,000 and $90,000 per year in Australia, making this a lucrative entry-level opportunity.

Perfect for Beginners

If you’re new to scaffolding, this course is the best starting point. You’ll learn the fundamental skills of scaffolding, both in theory and hands-on practice. Plus, you’ll be in a supportive learning environment, working alongside a group of 8-10 people who are just as new to the field as you are.

Workers in safety gear assembling a basic scaffolding structure on the ground in an indoor facility. The image captures the early stages of scaffold construction, demonstrating the foundational skills taught in Scaffolding Basic training

2. Scaffolding Intermediate: Advance Your Skills for Industrial Work

Course Overview:

Why Enrol in the Intermediate Course?

  • Intermediate Skills Training: This course teaches you how to safely erect and dismantle more complex types of scaffolding, including cantilevered platforms, barrow ramps, safety screens, mast climbers, and tube and coupler scaffolds, which are commonly used in industrial settings.
  • Master the Tube and Fit Technique: Gain in-depth knowledge of the tube and fit technique, essential for industrial and city-based projects.
  • Ideal for Industrial and Urban Construction: Perfect for those aiming to work on industrial sites or in urban environments, where more advanced skills are required.
  • Significant Earning Potential: With an Intermediate ticket, you can earn between $120,000 and $150,000 per year in Australia, opening doors to higher-paying job opportunities. It makes you more competitive in the job market, giving you an edge over those with only a basic qualification. This increased skill set allows you to take on more complex projects and secure better-paying jobs.

Prerequisite for the Intermediate Course:

To enrol in this course, you must first have completed the Scaffolding Basic course and obtained the CPCCLSF2001 certification. This ensures you have the foundational knowledge required to succeed in more advanced training.

Workers in safety harnesses and helmets working on an industrial scaffolding structure inside a facility, demonstrating the techniques and skills taught in the Scaffolding Intermediate course

3. Scaffolding Advanced: Become an Expert in Complex Structures & Offshore Rigging

Course Overview:

Why Enrol in the Advanced Course?

  • Expert-Level Skills Training: This course equips you with the ability to erect, operate, and dismantle advanced systems, including cantilevered hoists, hung scaffolds (using chains, wire ropes, or tubes), and suspended scaffolds with dual needle systems and powered winches.
  • Master the Hung Technique: Learn the sophisticated hung scaffold technique, where scaffolding is built from the structure down—an essential skill for complex and challenging projects.
  • Excel in Large-Scale Projects: This course is ideal for experienced scaffolders who want to work on major, high-profile projects, including offshore rigs and other complex structures.
  • Maximise Your Earning Potential: With advanced skills, you can earn between $150,000 and $300,000 per year in Australia, positioning yourself for top-tier job opportunities in the industry.

Prerequisites for the Advanced Course:

To enrol in this course, you must have successfully completed:

By completing the Scaffolding Advanced course, you’ll become a true expert in the field, capable of handling the most complex and demanding scaffolding projects. This qualification will open doors to prestigious and lucrative positions, including opportunities in offshore rigging and other specialised areas.

Workers wearing safety gear and harnesses performing advanced scaffolding techniques inside an industrial facility. The setup includes a complex scaffold structure and overhead rigging, demonstrating skills taught in Scaffolding Advanced training

4. Scaffolding Intermediate and Advanced Combo: Fast-Track Your Career

Course Overview:

  • Duration: 6 days
  • Cost: $2,200
  • Accreditation: Nationally accredited (CPCCLSF3001 & CPCCLSF4001)
  • Delivery Method: Face-to-face

Why Enrol in the Scaffolding Combo Course?

  • Get Both Licenses Quickly: Complete both the intermediate and advanced courses in just 6 days.
  • Comprehensive Training: Receive comprehensive instruction on both the tube and fit technique and the hung scaffold technique, equipping you with a broad skill set for various complex projects.
  • Maximise Your Earnings: With both qualifications, you can significantly increase your earning potential in the scaffolding industry.

Prerequisite for the Combo Course:

To enrol in this course, you must first have completed the Scaffolding Basic course and obtained the CPCCLSF2001 – Licence to Erect, Alter, and Dismantle Scaffolding Basic Level.

Workers wearing safety gear working on a complex scaffolding structure inside an industrial facility, demonstrating both intermediate and advanced scaffolding techniques. The image highlights the skills taught in the Scaffolding Intermediate and Advanced Combo course.

Why Choose Saferight for Your Training?

At Saferight, we offer high-quality training with experienced instructors, ensuring you gain the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the scaffolding industry. All our courses are nationally accredited and designed to meet the rigorous demands of the Australian construction industry.

Get All Three Licenses in Just Two Weeks!

For those eager to fast-track their career, start with the Basic course and then move on to the Combo course. Within just two weeks, you can obtain all three licenses and position yourself as a top candidate in the industry.

Visit our website to learn more about our courses and start your journey toward a successful career. With Saferight, your future in the industry is bright.

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