4-Hour Supported Scaffold User Training

April 27, 2025 (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST)

Scaffold (English)

April 29, 2025 (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST)

Scaffold (English)

Every Saturday (6:00 PM - 10:00 PM EST)

Scaffold (Spanish)

The 4-Hour Supported Scaffold User Training is a NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)–approved safety course required for construction workers and supervisors working on or near supported scaffolds at job sites in New York City.

This training is delivered via a live Zoom session and covers all required topics outlined by the NYC DOB, including scaffold types, proper setup, safe usage, hazard recognition, accident prevention, and Department of Buildings regulations. The training provides individuals with important safety knowledge to work safely at construction sites.

Upon successful completion, individuals will receive the Worker Wallet Card, with the 4-hour course completion linked to the card. This card is mandatory for anyone working on supported scaffolds in NYC.

How To Enroll

1) Click on the “Register Now” button

2) Complete the purchase.

3) Once the payment is made. You’ll receive a confirmation email..

Who Should Take the 4-Hour Supported Scaffold Course?

This course is best for:

NYC Construction and Demolition Workers.
Site Supervisors.
Individuals planning to work on or near supported scaffolds in New York City.

What is Included in the NYC 4-Hour Supported Scaffold Course:

The Course covers the following topics:

Introduction to Supported Scaffolds
Supported Scaffold Accidents
OSHA 1926 Overview – Safety & Health Regulations for Construction
NYC Construction Codes Overview
NYC Department of Buildings Overview
General Principles of Fall Protection
Personal Protective Equipment & Fall Arrest Systems
Supported Scaffold Use
Supported Scaffold Inspections
Emergency Situations & Preparedness Procedures

Why This Course Matters

Scaffold-related incidents are a leading cause of construction site injuries in NYC. This course helps reduce risks by educating workers and supervisors on:

NYC Codes & OSHA Regulations (Subpart L, M, E, and X)
Scaffold types: Frame, Rolling Tower, Tube & Clamp, System Scaffolds
PPE usage, fall protection, hazard prevention
Accident case studies, NYC DOB documentation & policy navigation

Important Information

No exam required; the card will be mailed within a week after session completion.
The 4-Hour Supported Scaffold Card is valid for 4 years.
No renewal option is available; once expired, the entire 4-hour training must be retaken.
This training is separate from SST (Site Safety Training) credits:
- If the goal is to earn SST credits, there is a separate Site Safety Training course available online.
- To receive the Supported Scaffold User Card, either Virtual (Zoom) or in-person training is required.

Steps to Get the Worker Wallet Card

Register for the Training

Pay for the training to enroll in the class.

Complete the Training

Attend the live Zoom session and complete the training

Submit Your Documents

After attending the session, email the required documents to info@oshatrainingschool.com for verification.

Receive Your Worker Wallet Card

Once verified, your Worker Wallet Card will be processed and shipped within a week.

Required Documents

Once the 4-Hour Supported Scaffold training session is completed, you will need to submit the following documents to info@oshatrainingschool.com to receive your Worker Wallet Card:

✔ Picture of your 40-hour or 62-hour Site Safety Card (if available)
✔ Picture of your photo ID (front and back)
✔ A clear passport-like photo (against a white background with no headwear or shadows)
✔ Your height and eye color
✔ Mailing address for the card

Register for the 4-Hour Supported Scaffold User Training today and learn the skills needed for safe scaffold use in NYC!

Anyone in New York City who installs, uses, or works on supported scaffolds must complete this NYC Department of Buildings (DOB)-approved training to be eligible to work at construction sites.

No. This training does not count toward Site Safety Training (SST) credits. It is a separate requirement set by the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) to obtain the Worker Wallet Card. To earn SST credits, a separate Site Safety Training course must be completed, which is available online.

The training is conducted live via Zoom by a DOB-approved instructor and meets all NYC DOB scaffold safety training standards.

Yes. Upon successful completion of the training and submission of required documents, the Worker Wallet Card will be issued, confirming the completion of the 4-Hour Supported Scaffold User Training.

This training is officially approved by the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) and meets all requirements for scaffold user certification. It is offered in partnership with Compu21 Institute Corp (Provider No: 2Q17).

The Supported Scaffold User Certification is valid for four years. After expiration, the full 4-hour training must be retaken, as there is no refresher course available.

Once the training is completed and all required documents are submitted, your card will be processed and shipped within one week.