Temporary Works - Technical Awareness of Design Considerations - Above Ground

Objectives – What to look out for and consider in Design

 Technical Awareness of minor TW Schemes
 Knowledge of how site conditions affect the design of temporary works
 Knowledge of the processes involved in temporary works design
 Knowledge of procedures in temporary works design, including temporary works coordination, in accordance with BS5975

Outline:

Introduction and course expectations

• Technician Awareness of factors affecting Design

Procedures

• BS5975
• The roles in temporary works assurance
• Other current guidance

Legal Aspects

• Designers duties under CDM regulations

Wall & column formwork

 Types of formwork in common use
 Calculation of lateral pressures
 Ties
 One-sided formwork
 Team Exercise

Falsework & soffit formwork

 Types of formwork in common use
 Calculation and identification of loads
 Team exercise

Scaffold design

•  Basic scaffolds, and their limitations
   Introduction to TG20
   Calculations for scaffolds
   Tying and Bracing
   Working Platforms
   Introduction to Special Scaffolds
• Hoardings and fencing

Summary and Close

Duration: 1 Day

Cost: £295 + VAT