Do not use second hand scaffolding with parts from different manufacturers.
When you buy scaffolding, each system should have detailed plans for the safe erection and use of the scaffolding.
Scaffolding costs could rocket if you are hiring scaffolding and your project becomes delayed.
Construction scaffolding is designed with the purpose of helping builders with the construction of buildings and other high-rise structures.
Ensure that all mobile scaffolding platforms are tightly planked.
It may be more convenient to buy scaffolding rather than rent it.
Workers should have pulleys for pulling tools and equipment up and down the scaffold, leaving their hands free to climb access ladders.
The purpose of using scaffolding bars is to create a safe working platform fro the workforce to build from.
Always take care if you are erecting scaffolding on frozen or soft ground.
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’.
Scaffolding is a much safer alternative to using ladders so long as it has been erected correctly. Find out more...
If you need Scaffolding erected for a particular job you will need to be aware of the Scaffold Safety basics.
Find out about Hiring and Licensing your Scaffolding, plus Regulations and other related topics.