ICTQual AB Level 3 Diploma

Supporting Structures (SUP)

Awarding Body

ICTQual AB

Hours

60 Hours

Course

Lifting Operation

study mode

Online Learning

Course overview

The ICTQual AB Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Structures (SUP) is designed for construction professionals, site supervisors, and safety personnel involved in the design, installation, and maintenance of temporary and permanent supporting structures. The course focuses on practical and theoretical knowledge required to safely work with scaffolding, shoring, propping systems, and other structural support equipment used across construction, civil engineering, and industrial projects. Learners gain a strong understanding of statutory regulations, legal responsibilities, and compliance with UK and international safety standards.

Participants develop essential skills in load assessment, structural stability, equipment selection, and safe installation practices. Core modules cover hazard identification, inspection procedures, maintenance routines, risk assessment, and emergency planning. Through a combination of classroom learning, case studies, and hands-on practical exercises, learners build confidence in managing supporting structures effectively while reducing the risk of accidents, equipment failure, and structural collapse on site.

This diploma is ideal for site operatives and supervisors aiming to enhance technical competence and operational control in supporting structure management. It supports career progression by improving problem-solving skills, promoting safe work practices, and ensuring efficient, compliant installation and maintenance of temporary and permanent structures in high-risk construction environments.

ICTQual AB

Approved Training centre of ICTQual AB

Centre # : ATC24001

Entry Requirments

Entry Requirements for the ICTQual AB Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Structures (SUP):

  • Educational Qualifications:A minimum of secondary school education or equivalent is recommended, with basic literacy and numeracy skills to understand technical instructions.
  • Professional Experience:Some prior experience in construction, scaffolding, or structural support work is preferred but not mandatory.
  • English Language Proficiency:Since the program is delivered in English, learners must show competence in reading, writing, and communication.

Course structure

ICTQual AB Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Structures (SUP) in Personal Protective Equipment qualification consists of 6 mandatory units.

  1. Working on Site & Examiner Tool Use
  2. Types of Inspection & Examination
  3. Structural Supports, Beams & Gantries
  4. Platforms, Brackets & Scaffold Tie-ins
  5. Material Loading Behaviour & Defect Identification
  6. Reporting, Assessment & Certification Procedures

What You Will Gain

Working on Site & Examiner Tool Use

  • Understand basic site safety protocols and hazard awareness.
  • Gain proficiency in the use of standard examiner tools for structural inspections.
  • Apply safe working practices during inspection tasks.

Types of Inspection & Examination

  • Differentiate between routine, detailed, and advanced inspections.
  • Recognize when different examination methods should be applied.
  • Record findings in compliance with workplace requirements.

Structural Supports, Beams & Gantries

  • Identify the key components of structural supports and their functions.
  • Assess the condition of beams and gantries for wear, cracks, or deformation.
  • Develop the ability to recognize early warning signs of failure.

Platforms, Brackets & Scaffold Tie-ins

  • Understand the role of platforms and brackets in structural integrity.
  • Evaluate scaffold tie-ins for strength, stability, and compliance with safety standards.
  • Support proper installation and inspection of temporary structures.

Material Loading Behaviour & Defect Identification

  • Learn how materials behave under different load conditions.
  • Detect common defects such as corrosion, fatigue, or misalignment.
  • Apply risk-based approaches to defect assessment.

Reporting, Assessment & Certification Procedures

  1. Develop skills to prepare clear and accurate inspection reports.
  2. Understand the basics of certification processes for structural supports.
  3. Contribute to maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.

Want to know more?

This course is ideal for construction workers, site operatives, scaffolding personnel, and supervisors responsible for structural support and safety on-site.

Yes, the qualification aligns with UK and international safety standards, enhancing employability in construction and industrial sectors worldwide.

Yes, the program combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on exercises, case studies, and practical scenarios to build competence in safe supporting structure management.

Graduates can work as scaffolding operatives, site supervisors, structural support assistants, safety officers, or construction site coordinators.

Proper training ensures structural stability, reduces on-site accidents, ensures regulatory compliance, and improves operational efficiency in high-risk construction environments.

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