Once you have been involved in a scaffolding accident it is important that you make urgent contact with a solicitor with expertise in the field of work accident claims.

If you are a victim of a scaffolding accident and there is proof that your employer is to blame then you may well be entitled to compensation.

The length of your scaffolding accident compensation claim will vary depending on the severity of your injuries. If you have suffered only minor injuries and the insurer accepts responsibility for the accident then you may well be able to settle your claim in a matter of weeks. However, if you need private medical treatment this can prolong the claim as a settlement cannot take place before a full assessment of your injuries can be obtained.

In a recent survey, 73% of builders injured in a scaffolding accident said that the accident was caused either by planking giving way or by being struck by a falling object.

Always be sure that the names of the scaffolding companies you may choose, are not associated with anything negative.

Scaffolding tubes make up the structure of scaffolding used for the construction and maintenance of buildings etc.

Jobs such as removing or installing guttering, installing replacement windows, painting or demolition work should usually be carried out from independent scaffolding or mobile access equipment.

Bamboo scaffolding is mainly used in Asia and most commonly seen in Hong Kong, China, and India.

Most scaffolding bars, particularly in North America, are usually connected with metal ‘Clams’ (clamps) which offer a versatile and effective method for the erection of scaffolding.

Not only is it important to purchase or rent the correct type of scaffolding to insure that the job is done correctly, but also to maintain the safety of the construction workers employed on the job.