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Last checked 31 October 2026

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South Australia

Scaffolder

Erects, alters and dismantles scaffolding on construction sites, plants and shutdowns.

  • White Card (construction induction)

    South Australia: needed to work in construction. Keep it with you on site. It stays valid while you have worked in construction in the last 2 years.

    Required by law
  • Level 1 · Basic scaffolding (SB)

    Entry level: modular or prefabricated scaffolds, bracket scaffolds, small cantilevered materials hoists (up to 500 kg), safety nets and static lines. Required in every state to do this work (you must be 18 or over). Valid for 5 years and recognised Australia-wide. Renew within 12 months of expiry, or you must train and be assessed again.

    Required by law
  • Level 2 · Intermediate scaffolding (SI)

    Needs basic scaffolding (SB) first. Adds tube and coupler scaffolds, cantilevered and spur scaffolds, crane loading platforms, mast climbing platforms.

    Depends on the job
  • Level 3 · Advanced scaffolding (SA)

    Needs intermediate scaffolding (SI) first. Adds cantilevered hoists, hung scaffolds and suspended scaffolds.

    Depends on the job

Employers and mine sites often add their own requirements. Always check the job ad or ask the agency.

Sources for scaffolder in South Australia

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