Scaffolding tubes can be used horizontally, vertically and diagonally using a variety of clamps including swivel clams.
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Read and follow all instructions that are laid out in scaffold safety manuals regarding scaffolding erection, usage and dismantling.
The width of the scaffolding is determined by the width of the boards. The minimum width allowed for scaffolding is 600mm. Usually a four board scaffold would be 870mm wide.
You may wish to buy new scaffolding boards when you buy scaffolding that has been used.
All independent scaffolding should be designed, erected, altered and dismantled by competent people, with all independent scaffolding work under the supervision of a ‘competent person’.
You must secure the scaffolding to the building if the scaffolding height exceeds four times the minimum base width.
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Independent scaffolding should be designed to prevent materials falling and be fitted with brickguards, netting or sheeting.
There are training courses available on the erection of scaffolding, and many safety rules and regulations to be adhered to. In most countries, there will be random checks conducted on the scaffolding on industrial construction sites to ensure that they meet all their safety regulation requirements.