CISRS Operative Training Scheme (COTS)

A one day course for those that require a CISRS Scaffold Labourers Card to lead on to their Part 1 scaffolding training.  

 

£170 + VAT  per person Booking

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CISRS Operative Training Scheme (COTS)


Duration:1 day


Accredited by:CISRS


  • 1 day
  • Fri 19 Dec 2025 | 08:00 - 17:00

Aims & Objectives

Successful completion of this COTS course along with passing a CITB Health, Safety & Environment touch screen test or recognised exemption will provide delegates with a CISRS Scaffold Labourers Card.  This enables them to then work towards their Part 1 scaffolding training.  (as of 1st March 2024 no new entrant/trainee cards will be available.  

Course Content

  • Relevant Regulations and Codes of Practice

  • General Responsibilities

  • Basic Scaffold Terminology (Components & Application)

  • Servicing of Equipment, Tube, Fitting’s etc.

  • Boards & Stock – Quality Control

  • Health, Welfare, Hygiene & Housekeeping

  • Electrical Safety

  • Fire Prevention & Control

  • Noise & Vibration

  • Work at Height

  • Accident Prevention & Reporting

  • Personal Protective Equipment

  • Site Transport Safety (Including Loading & Unloading)

  • Equipment & Tools

  • Manual Handling (Including a practical element)

  • Lifting Equipment Using a Rope & Wheel

Theory Exam

Practical Assessment

Evaluations