If you own a scaffolding business be aware that many of your clients will acquire quote from other scaffolding firms. Make sure quote accurately as well as competitively.

Smaller scaffolding firms that have little storage space prefer to leave their scaffolding up until it can be moved to the next job.

As a qualified scaffolder, you will be able to seek employment with building contractors specialist scaffolding firms and even oil and power companies.

As well as erecting scaffold local scaffolding firms can hire scaffolding poles to you at very little cost.

Some scaffolding firms prefer to leave their scaffolding in situ. This is because it’s easier to leave than dismantle and store.

It's important to not allow excessive debris and equipment to accumulate on or around scaffolds.

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’.

Common scaffold accidents include employees slipping or being struck by falling objects.

Make sure that all workers are aware of the new ‘fall zone’ when moving portable scaffolding.

Don't allow anyone to work on scaffolds during storms or in high winds, and don't allow anyone to move a scaffold while workers are on it unless it's been designed for that purpose.