Scaffolding Planks

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Scaffolding Planks

Scaffolding planks closest to the building wall should be flipped onto their sides. This will prevent any rain water splashing onto the mortar during an overnight storm.

Stresses that are generated by the use of scaffolding planks must be distributed properly for the plank to the framework.

Wooden scaffolding planks have a shorter useful life than the scaffolding framework.

The gap between scaffolding planks must not be more than one inch.

Unfortunately, because of the continuation of poor quality bamboo, there are increasing reports of accidents relating to bamboo scaffolding.

Scaffolding Clamps are used to join scaffolding members together. This forms a framework that supports the scaffolding boards.

OSHA states that scaffolds can be erected, moved, dismantled, or altered only under the supervision and direction of a "competent person." A "competent person" is someone who can identify hazards and is authorized to take prompt action to eliminate them.

A good scaffolding rental company will be able to give you an exact date when the scaffolding will be delivered, and will also agree to give you a guarantee that if they do not deliver on the correct day you will receive some financial compensation.

To find out the load capacity for scaffolding components check with the manufacturer.

Never use unstable objects such as bricks or boxes to support DIY scaffolding.

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