Trades
Scaffolder skills assessment
Scaffolders build the platforms everyone else works on. This scorecard covers erection, tying, inspection and safety so employers can prove competency for high-risk work.
- 12 skills to score
- 1–10 scale on every skill
- 7 starting levels
The 12 Scaffolder skills you can score
These are the default Scaffolder skills in SkillScorer. Each one is scored from 1 to 10 for every tradesperson, and you can edit, remove or add skills at any time.
Scaffold Design Knowledge
Understands load ratings, spans, bracing and tie requirements.
Erection Sequencing
Erects scaffolds safely in the correct order with edge protection in place.
Tying and Bracing
Fits ties and braces at correct spacing to keep structures stable.
Platform and Edge Protection
Installs boards, guardrails and toe boards correctly.
Loading and Hoisting
Uses gin wheels, ropes and lifting equipment safely to move materials.
Inspection and Tagging
Inspects scaffolds regularly and completes handover tags and records.
Dismantling
Dismantles scaffolds in reverse order without dropping materials.
Working at Heights Safety
Uses harnesses and fall arrest equipment correctly.
Reading Scaffold Drawings
Interprets engineering drawings and scaffold plans.
Communication on Site
Coordinates with other trades and manages exclusion zones.
Manual Handling
Carries and passes scaffold components safely using correct lifting techniques.
Fitness and Balance
Maintains physical strength and comfort working at height.
Levels included with Scaffolder
Scaffolder starts with 7 levels, which SkillScorer calls “Level” for trades, so tradespeople can be grouped and compared fairly. Rename, reorder or replace them at any time.
- Apprentice Year 1
- Apprentice Year 2
- Apprentice Year 3
- Apprentice Year 4
- Tradesperson
- Advanced Tradesperson
- Supervisor
How Scaffolder works in SkillScorer
Score
Each tradesperson in a crew is scored on the Scaffolder skills in the Skills Matrix: tap a cell, type a score, and it saves itself.
Compare
Rank tradespeople, compare two side by side, or compare your crews against each other to see exactly where the strengths and gaps are.
Track
Scores are kept year after year, so you can see who is improving and which Scaffolder skills need attention. Reports also follow each supervisor's crew.
Scaffolder scorecard: common questions
What skills does the Scaffolder scorecard include?
SkillScorer's Scaffolder scorecard covers 12 skills: Scaffold Design Knowledge, Erection Sequencing, Tying and Bracing, Platform and Edge Protection, Loading and Hoisting, Inspection and Tagging, Dismantling, Working at Heights Safety, Reading Scaffold Drawings, Communication on Site, Manual Handling and Fitness and Balance. Each one comes with a written description of what it measures, and you can edit, rename, remove or add skills to suit your organisation.
How are tradespeople scored in Scaffolder?
Every tradesperson is scored from 1 to 10 on each skill (1 = Poor, 5 = Average, 10 = Elite), one crew and year at a time. Scores autosave in the Skills Matrix, and the 18 built-in reports turn them into rankings, radar charts, skill gaps and year-on-year trends.
Which levels come with Scaffolder?
Scaffolder starts with these levels (called “Level” in the app): Apprentice Year 1, Apprentice Year 2, Apprentice Year 3, Apprentice Year 4, Tradesperson, Advanced Tradesperson and Supervisor. They are just a starting point, so you can rename, reorder or replace them.
Can I change the Scaffolder skills and wording?
Yes. The skills, levels and labels are all editable per organisation. In trades the app talks about tradespeople, crews and supervisors, and you can change any of those words too.
Score Scaffolder with SkillScorer
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