Temporary Works - Technical Awareness of Design Considerations - Above Ground

Covers key considerations in design, focusing on temporary works. Includes technical awareness of minor schemes, impact of site conditions, design processes, and coordination procedures in line with BS5975.

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Temporary Works – Technical Awareness of Design Considerations – Above Ground

Course Cost £295 +VAT

Duration 1 DAY

Online

Objectives: Considerations in Design, Site Conditions, Processes, Procedures, Coordination.
Technical Awareness of TW Schemes, Site Conditions Impact, Design Processes.
Procedures: BS5975, Roles in TW Assurance, Legal Duties under CDM Regulations.
Formwork: Wall & Column, Types, Lateral Pressures, Ties, Team Exercise.
Scaffold Design: Basic, TG20, Calculations, Tying, Bracing, Working Platforms.

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Overview

This course focuses on enhancing technical awareness and knowledge in temporary works design, emphasizing factors like site conditions and procedures according to BS5975. It covers topics such as formwork, falsework, scaffold design, and legal aspects under CDM regulations. Participants will learn about different types of formwork, calculation of loads, scaffold limitations, and more through practical exercises. The course aims to equip individuals with the necessary skills and understanding for effective temporary works design.

Who should attend

Designers, Technicians, Scaffolders

Course Content

This focused course is designed to give delegates a solid grounding in the key considerations when dealing with temporary works in design. Aimed at those involved in planning, reviewing, or managing temporary works schemes, it highlights what to look out for and how to apply best practice throughout the process.

Participants will gain technical awareness of minor temporary works schemes, explore how varying site conditions influence design decisions, and develop a clear understanding of the processes and procedures behind safe and effective temporary works planning.

The course also covers the principles of temporary works coordination and compliance with BS5975, helping attendees understand their responsibilities and the wider project context in which temporary works operate.

Who Should Attend

Designers, Technicians, Scaffolders

Location

This course supports online training.

Course Syllabus

Day 1

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

Course Cost £295 +VAT

Online

Duration 1 DAY

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FAQs

Are Synergie Training courses accredited and recognised in the UK?

Yes. Many Synergie Training courses are accredited by recognised industry bodies such as the Association for Project Safety (APS) and are aligned with current UK legislation, including the Building Safety Act and Building Regulations. This ensures training content is relevant, credible and suitable for continuing professional development (CPD).

Are refresher courses required for temporary works training?

Refresher training is recommended every five years or when guidance, standards, or responsibilities change. Synergie Training offers refresher courses to help maintain competency and compliance with BS 5975.

How is temporary works training assessed?

Assessment generally includes a multiple-choice test and participation in course exercises. Synergie Training assessments are designed to reflect real site-based challenges and decision-making.

Is temporary works training mandatory for construction sites?

While not legally mandated, temporary works training is widely required by clients, principal contractors, and insurers. Synergie Training supports organisations in meeting contractual, safety, and best practice expectations.

What is a temporary works course?

A temporary works course provides structured training on managing temporary structures such as formwork, scaffolding, excavations, and propping systems. It covers planning, design coordination, risk management, inspection, and compliance with BS 5975. Synergie Training delivers temporary works courses that reflect current industry standards and site practices.

What types of temporary works training are there?

Temporary works training includes Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC), Temporary Works Supervisor (TWS), Temporary Works Awareness, Temporary Works for Designated Individuals and Directors and refresher courses. Synergie Training offers a full suite of courses to suit different roles and experience levels.

Who should attend a temporary works course?

Temporary works courses are suitable for site managers, engineers, supervisors, project managers, and contractors with responsibility for temporary works. Synergie Training ensures delegates gain a clear understanding of their role within the temporary works process.

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Testimonials

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The course was exceptional, well run in terms of delivery of information, IT online course but seamless. Very interesting examples of temporary works failures applicable to the businesses we worked in. Break out activities / group examples worked very well and were again well managed by the trainer. Fantastic course, I will recommend to others! Best course I have attended in years!

CITB Temporary Works Co-Ordinator

Black & Veatch

The trainers knowledge was excellent and I liked his examples and how he could relate them to every day relatable examples that we could all understand. Coming from different industries and sectors his examples were a common ground. It was handled very well virtually and the engagement worked with his questioning and answering

Contract Management

The Pension Regulator

The training was very interactive and the tutor was excellent in engaging every course attendee and ensuring that the course content was tailored to each attendees Organisation and Company requirements

CITB Temporary Works Awareness

Kone – H &S Advisor