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Career Guidance Skills constructing S7.1 - building and repairing structures S7.1.2 - installing metal structural components Build scaffolding
Description
Assemble temporary scaffolding structures for construction, maintenance or event-related purposes. Set vertical standards on the base plate of the scaffolding structure. Ensure the scaffolding structure is secured from lateral forces and supported sufficiently. Place wood or metal scaffolding decks into the transoms to stand on and make sure they are aligned. Safely set scaffolding stairs and ladders, which allow enough room for safe and easy manoeuvring.
Occupations requiring this skill
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Skill demand overview
- Essential in 2 occupations
- Optional in 12 occupations
- Total: 14 occupations
- Most common in: ISCO major group 7 (Craft and related trades workers)
Essential for
- Construction scaffolderConstruction scaffolders put up scaffolds and platforms in order to make safe construction work at heights possible. Duties The duties of a construction scaffolder include, but are…
- SteeplejackSteeplejacks are specialised heightworkers who safely scale the outside of buildings and structures to perform critical work. Duties The job role of a steeplejack involves the foll…
Optional for
- BricklayerBricklayers assemble brick walls and structures by skilfully laying the bricks in an established pattern, using a binding agent like cement to bond the bricks together. They then f…
- Construction painterConstruction painters paint the interior and exterior of buildings and other structures. They may use standard latex based paints or specialised paints for decorative effect or pro…
- Container equipment assemblerContainer equipment assemblers manufacture containers such as boilers or pressure vessels. They read blueprints and technical drawings to assemble parts and to build piping and fit…
- CarpenterCarpenters cut, shape and assemble wooden elements for the construction of buildings and other structures. They also use materials such as plastic and metal in their creations. Car…
- Construction scaffolding supervisorConstruction scaffolding supervisors plan and supervise the transport, assembly, disassembly and maintenance of the structures. They also ensure the safety of the scaffolds, suppor…
- Plate glass installerPlate glass installers fit panes of glass into windows and other structural elements like glass doors, walls, facades and other structures. Other titles The following job titles al…
- Event scaffolderEvent scaffolders set up and dismantle temporary seating, stages and structures to support performance equipment, artists and audience. Their job can include rope access, working a…
- Building exterior cleanerBuilding exterior cleaners remove dirt and litter from a building's exterior, as well as perform restoration tasks. They ensure the cleaning methods are compliant with safety regul…
- Insulation workerInsulation workers install a variety of insulation materials to shield a structure or materials from heat, cold, and noise from the environment. Duties Insulation workers typically…
- StagehandStagehands assist stage technicians setting up and preparing equipment for live performance. Their work includes setting up the scenery, lights, sound, props, rigging, and special …
- StonemasonStonemasons build stone walls and set stone exteriors and floors. They work with two types of stone: natural-cut stone, such as marble, granite, and limestone; and artificial stone…
- PlastererPlasterers apply plaster made from gypsum, cement or other solutions to walls as a smooth finish. They mix dry plaster powder with water, then smear the resulting paste onto…
Related skills
- Scaffolding components
- Follow safety procedures when working at heights
- Work ergonomically
- Keep personal administration
- Keep records of work progress
- Work in a construction team
- Inspect construction supplies
- Follow health and safety procedures in construction
- Use safety equipment in construction
- Process incoming construction supplies
- Interpret 2D plans
- Interpret 3D plans
- Transport construction supplies
Last updated on February 18, 2026
