Do I receive my certificate of fitness once I pass the S-56 course exam?
2016-09-09
No, students have to formally apply to the FDNY and take at least one additional exam with the FDNY in order to earn the Certificate of Fitness. For additional information, click here.
What training do I need to take for the FDNY S-56 certificate of fitness?
The Construction Site Fire Safety Manager training is required.
When do I need rigging training (specific to local law 41?)
Rigging training is needed whenever the equipment is rated for more than 2000 pounds and not directly employed by a Master Rigger. All workers need to have 16 Hour Rigging Worker training and at least one person needs to have the 32 hour Rigging Supervisor training.
What is the difference between the 32-Hour Suspended Scaffold Supervisor course and the 32 Hour Rigging Supervisor course?
The 32 Hour Suspended Scaffold Supervisor course is designed for individuals who exclusively work with Suspended Scaffolds while the 32 Hour Rigging Supervisor course is specific to those who work with hoisting and crane operations.
Are the 32-hour suspended scaffold supervisor and 32 hour rigging foreman programs the same courses?
Yes they are. In 2012 the NYC DOB updated the name of the 32-HOUR RIGGING FOREMAN course to the 32 Hour Suspended Scaffold Supervisor Training course.
When will I receive my scaffold card?
The 4 Hour User Supported Scaffold card is released to students after class EXCEPT: Your company/employer paid for the training and requested that the card be mailed to their office. Scaffold classes which require that students pass a final exam will be available for pick-up 1-2 business days after the end of class.
Can I keep working with an expired scaffold card?
As per NYC Department of Buildings, persons with expired cards are not allowed to work on any type of scaffold.
How long after my scaffold card expires do I have to renew?
All scaffold refresher courses must be taken within one year of the original card’s expiration date. If more than a year has passed since the card has expired, the entire 32 Hour Supported Scaffold Installer/Remover, 16 Hour Suspended Scaffold User or 32 Hour Suspended Scaffold Supervisor course must be taken again.
How do I renew my scaffold training?
The renewal process is different for each type of scaffold training. Below is a list of card type and the relevant renewal process. ID Card Type Course Required to Renew 4 Hour Supported Scaffold 4 Hour Supported Scaffold 32 Hour Supported Scaffold Installer/Remover 8 Hour Supported Scaffold Installer Remover Refresher required every 4 years […]
If my employer paid for my OSHA training, will I receive my course completion card?
OSHA cards will be distributed directly to the student, regardless of who paid for the training.
If my employer paid for my OSHA training will I receive my student course completion certificate?
OSHA cards course completion certificates will be released directly to the party that paid for the training.
