Scaffolding Regulations
Facts, Hints & Tips

Scaffolding Regulations

The scaffolding regulations are designed to protect the public as well as providing safety to workers.

Any company found to be in violation of scaffolding regulations is likely to be issued with a fine by OSHA.

To prevent accidents every scaffolder should be familiar with scaffolding regulations.

Always take the time to familiarize yourself with the scaffolding regulations.

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

Falls from a height, especially from independent scaffolding, continue to be the biggest killer on construction sites.

It is the scaffolding design which is the hardest part of any scaffolding job.

The vertical scaffolding poles must be placed no more than six feet apart.

It is more common these days to see the strong lightweight laminated veneer lumber scaffolding plank in use instead of conventional timber.

It is crucial that proper inspection of scaffolding bars is carried out before and after their erection.

Scaffolding Articles

How To Erect Scaffolding Correctly
How To Erect Scaffolding Correctly

Scaffolding is a much safer alternative to using ladders so long as it has been erected correctly. Find out more...

  • 23rd November, 2011
A Guide To Scaffold Safety Basics
A Guide To Scaffold Safety Basics

If you need Scaffolding erected for a particular job you will need to be aware of the Scaffold Safety basics.

  • 2nd January, 2007
Scaffolding Hire And Licensing
Scaffolding Hire And Licensing

Find out about Hiring and Licensing your Scaffolding, plus Regulations and other related topics.

  • 28th October, 2006

More Household Articles