FASET Platform Decking Training
As the founding member of platform decking within the temporary safety systems trade association, FASET, G&M Safe Deck offer the FASET Platform Installer CSCS Skilled Worker Card at our training centre.

FASET Platform Installer Course
Platform decking systems are becoming the most popular way of dealing with height safety issues for those carrying out work activities in high fall risk areas, typically roofers and flooring contractors. They provide fall prevention and a safe working platform, therefore enabling the end user to work in complete safety without the risk of falling from height.
FASET Platform Decking Managers Course
The FASET Platform Decking Managers Course is for the site manager. Understanding the limitations of individual systems is key to managing the decking systems on-site. Consequently, it will enable site managers to inspect platform decking systems and manage their use on-site.
LEARN HOW TO INSTALL PLATFORM DECKING SYSTEMS?
The FASET platform installer course is designed for operatives. However, it would also suit anyone who wishes to learn how to install platform decking. This FASET course covers the planning, installation and practical issues surrounding the correct use of platform decking on site.
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
The course starts in a classroom environment. The theory session includes technical information, legislation and the relevant standards to platform decking. Following the presentation, you receive hands-on training with the G&M Safe Deck system. As a result of this training, you will be able to plan for and install platform decking using the manufacturers instruction manual, understanding its limitations and industry good practice.
Following the practical you will be GSA4 assessed. Your skills will be measured against a set standard. Following this you will, providing you pass the assessment, be able to apply for the Blue CSCS card. If unsuccessful, you will be advised to gain additional experience. Following this you can be re assessed.
Location
The course is delivered at our training centre in Cheshire. We will advise on the suitability of away from the centre location.
Certification
Candidates will receive a certificate of attendance. Competence is proved by GSA4 Assessment.
Specific Information
The course starts at 08:00 am and may run all day. For a maximum of 6 candidates. Lunch and drinks are also provided.
FASET Platform Decking Managers – Course Contents
- FASET and qualification route
- Standards
- Legislation
- Platform decking systems available
- Manufacturer’s Instruction Manual (MIM)
- How a system works
- Parts of a platform decking system
- Positioning limits and loading’s
- What’s wrong?
- Inspection routine
- Care and storage
- Examination/quarantine
- Test to confirm understanding and learning
Who should attend the PDfM Course?
The course is designed for: site/project managers and supervisors, health and safety professionals, principal designers and temporary works co-ordinators/supervisors/designers, or anybody else who requires a working knowledge of platform decking systems.
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