The City & Guilds Construction (Level 2) – Scaffolding is designed to allow learners in work-based learning to learn and develop their knowledge, skills and understanding of scaffolding. Learners will also develop their understanding of construction workplace practices in Wales, including sustainability and environmental considerations.
This qualification, along with employer confirmation, will enable learners to be proven as occupationally proficient.
It is suitable for:
- learners aged 16+ currently working in the construction sector.
The qualification will allow learners to plan and perform scaffolding projects, in line with recognised national standards, before reviewing the outputs of their work.
It covers knowledge and understanding of
- working in the construction sector
- relevant legislation
- scaffolding technical guidance
- fall prevention and scaffolding systems and skills in interpreting information, selecting and using resources
- adopting safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work practices
- setting up fall protection systems
- erecting and dismantling different types of scaffold structures including independent, birdcage, cantilever, mobile and static towers, pedestrian access lift and roof saddle.
The qualification is designed to be completed on a part-time basis within an apprenticeship. Before the assessments, learners must first demonstrate their performance and capability to the satisfaction of their employer.
Coming soon – Sample Test
Sample On-screen Assessments – How to book and use the sample tests (PDF)
Coming soon – Scaffolding Assessment Pack
On completion of the qualification, along with employer confirmation of occupational proficiency and meeting the training and assessment requirements set by the Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme (CISRS), learners will have the skills and knowledge required to be capable of working as a Scaffolder across the UK. Learners can also progress onto an Advanced Scaffolder qualification.
- Centre Support Guidance Supporting centres in the delivery and quality assurance of the Skills for Wales qualifications (Uploaded on 24/03/2026 at 01:52 pm)
- 8042: Interpreting Qualification Wales Construction ‘Test Reports’ / Dehongli ‘Adroddiadau Prawf’ Cymwysterau Cymru (Uploaded on 11/03/2022 at 01:11 pm)