Safety checks yes no comments scaffold components, plankingdecking in good condition. Scaffolding code of practice 2009 worksafe queensland. Scaffold scaffold instructioninstructioninstruction. Brackets except mobile brackets designed to carry materials are. A scaffolding certificate is not required to use a mobile scaffold. It will show employees that planning ahead for the erection, use and dismantling of scaffolding can decrease the potential for accidents and injuries.
This guide is intended to clarify when a scaffold design is required and what level of training and competence those erecting, dismantling, altering, inspecting and supervising scaffolding operations are expected to have. This course discusses the general requirements of scaffold safety as well as the components, erection, use and dismantling of supported and suspended scaffolds. Scaffolding catalogs scaffolding erection manuals safety. Model safety program date subject regulatory standard. Scaffold not positioned too close to plant operating area. Factsheet occupational safety and health administration. Most aluminum scaffolding systems excel in only one aspect. The fold easy mobile scaffold is the top rated mobile work platform in new zealand and the uk. The maximum work level height of any mobile scaffolding will not exceed four 4 times the minimum or least base. Scaffolds are commonly used in construction work so workers have a safe, stable work platform when work cant be done at ground level or on a. It is supported by guidance material for specific types of scaffolds and scaffolding, suspended swing stage scaffolds, scaffold inspection and maintenance, and advice for small businesses and workers on managing the risks associated with tower and mobile scaffolds and related scaffolding work. Approved code of practice for the safe erection and use of scaffolding, under section 20 of the health and safety in employment act 1992. Mobile plumb, level and squared braced to prevent collapse casters and wheels locked to prevent.
You must have the right skills and capabilities to work with them safely. A mobile scaffold suitable for use in working at elevated positions on the outside or inside structure of buildings. Falls from an elevated level tipovers electric shocks structural failures collapse training workers in scaffold safety under the occupational safety and health act employers are responsible for providing a safe. This scaffold safety inspection checklist template can be used by scaffolding inspection professionals to conduct assessments of scaffolding work to ensure it is safe for use. If you are doing work on scaffolds, know how to work on them safely it could save your life. For higher mobile scaffolds obtain equiptecs recommendations. Safe work practices environmental health, safety, and risk management university of alaska fairbanks. Other hazards, other risks at a workplace and work health and safety procedures and controls identified when moving, relocating, setting up or using aluminium mobile scaffolding. Scaffold a temporary structure erected to support access or working platforms. Mobile scaffolds made by krause just more flexibility and safety when working at great heights. Osha and the mobile scaffold safety regulations hazards associated with operating mobile scaffolds how to control mobile scaffold hazards proper use of mobile scaffolds proper materials handling on mobile. Approval form including change management approval. The safe working height of mobile scaffolds must not exceed four times the base.
Know the basics of scaffold safety there are thousands of scaffoldrelated injuries and about 40 scaffoldrelated deaths every year in the u. The loading condition considered in this table is only. In fact, scaffolding safety is a topic which you should look to revisit on a pretty frequent basis, especially because the state of scaffolding and its associated hazards can change and evolve dramatically over the course of a project. Mobile contd not allowed to ride on scaffolds unless the following exist surface on which scaffold is being moved is within 3. Reason for revision prepared by checked by approval by. Training workers in scaffold safety under the occupational safety and health act. The safety, health and welfare at work act 2005 and the construction regulations 2006 state that only competent persons are permitted to erect move and dismantle a mobile tower scaffold. Tool box talk no 10 mobile scaffold towers page 2 of 2 falls from working at height causes death or serious injury do you have any questions for me.
Screw jacks being used to level and plumb scaffold when required. With progress in the construction industry, and so many different styles of architecture, various types of scaffolding systems are in use. Xsplatforms combines both aspects into one hybrid scaffolding system. Some of the hazards associated with narrow frame scaffolds, can lead to personal injury or death.
Scaffold safety checklist to be completed by a competent person mobile scaffold requirements yes no na corrective action. Information in this document was reprinted from a guide to scaffold use in the construction industry 2002 revised for complete information on osha requirements please refer to a guide to scaffold use in the construction industry osha 3150. Scaffolding hazards continue to rank high on the list of the most frequently cited standards in the construction industry. These guidelines are based on the best practice guidelines for scaffolding in new zealand 2009 published by scaffolding, access, and rigging new zealand inc sarnz. Pole scaffold is a supported scaffold consisting of a platform resting on cross beams supported by ledgers and. Our mission at metaltech is to develop, manufacture and sell safe, reliable, innovative products that make work easier and faster to execute with built in safety and sturdiness. Are frames secured by braces which secure the vertical members laterally. Control measures to eliminate or minimise the risk of death or serious injury to workers moving, relocating, setting up or using mobile scaffolding are addressed in the mobile scaffold safety safe work method statement as per the following. It covers selecting, erecting, and dismantling all types of scaffolds. If a scaffold is to be altered contact the manufacturer or supplier for guidance. Osha says that each employee who works on a scaffold must be trained by a qualified person i. Guide for supported scaffolds california department of. A powered or unpowered, portable, caster or wheel mounted supported scaffold. Of the 359 construction worker fatalities attributed to falls in 2014, about 16% were from scaffolds.
Scaffold inspection sheet industrial safety trainers. Basic scaffold safety reminders for safely accessing scaffolding reference 1910 subpart d 1926 subpart l working on top of a scaffold presents many potential hazards, but so does the simple act of getting onto or off of a scaffold. General guide for scaffolds and scaffolding work guide to scaffolds and scaffolding. Scaffold safety guidelines this publication is to be used as a brief overview of scaffold safety. General guidelines for the safe use of a mobile scaffold post a sign indicating that only authorised staff are allowed to use mobile scaffold. Scaffold is a temporary structure, stage, or elevated platform that serves to aid construction and maintenance projects at a height. Job safety analysis jsa is a procedure which helps integrate accepted safety and health principles and practices into a particular task or job.
Attach the lanyard to a secure member of the scaffold. Unsafe scaffolding procedures can cause accidents, serious injuries and even death. Multiscaff scaffolds may also be used in static situations and utilising walkthrough frames for multibay linkup scaffolds. Following manufacturers instructions, complying with calosha regulations, and using this guide as a reference help you in working safely with supported scaffolds. So here are a few safety tips to remember each time you. Ensure that scaffolding is properly erected, maintained, moved, dismantled andor altered only under the supervision of a competent person. Scaffolding consistently ranks as one of the most incident inducing pieces of equipment and activities on industrial sites and continues to cause thousands of injuries and deaths on these sites the world over. Narrow frame scaffolds narrow frame scaffolds, also known as bakerperry style scaffolds, are among. Do not extend adjusting leg screws more than 12 inches. Universal mobile scaffolding is perfect for safe, offthefloor work required by building trades.
This scaffolding is designed to support a maximum load of 1,500 lb 680 kg. Basic scaffold safety identifying different types of scaffolds reference 1910 subpart d 1926 subpart l osha generically defines a scaffold as any temporary elevated platform, supported or suspended, and its supporting structure, including points of anchorage, used for supporting employees or materials or both. All exposed surfaces of scaffolding will be free from sharp edges, burrs or other safety hazards. Falling from a height overturning of the scaffold board breakage. The purpose of this procedure is to ensure scaffolding is adequate for the work to be performed and properly erected and dismantled. All the different types of scaffolding systems explained.
Use your safety belts and lanyards when working on scaffolding at a height of 10 feet or more above ground level. Mobile scaffold scaffolding occupational safety and. Employees will not work on scaffolding, which is covered, with ice and snow. Some of our favourite scaffolding safety toolbox talks include. Welcome to this training course for scaffold users. Universal mobile2 maintenance platform mobile2 is a safe and versatile maintenance platform designed to move through standard size doorways, around corners, into elevators and in crowded areas where most utility scaffolds cannot be used. A supervisors guide to scaffolding safety in construction. The agencys recent rule, safety standards for scaffolds use in the construction industry rule aims to protect workers using scaffolding in construction work.
Heres a simple guide you can follow to control the hazards when working on a scaffold. Leveling example there must be a school somewhere that teaches how to improperly erect scaffolding. Mobile scaffold means a powered or unpowered, portable, caster or wheelmounted supported scaffold. A competent person, an individual that has the skills to identify scaffold safety hazards and has the authority to promptly correct or. Scaffold mobile scaffolding occupational safety and.
When a code is approved, a court may have regard to it in relation to compliance with the relevant sections of the health and safety in employment act. Here are some guidelines on how you can utilize this digital checklist. Mobile tower scaffold severity c catastrophic cr critical s serious m inor probability n negligible f rfequent p probable o occasional r remote i improbable risk t olt erable l low m edium m h high n intolerable. Mobile scaffolding, mobile scaffolds, scaffold for sale. Safety code for scaffolds and ladders part 1 scaffolds first revision q. Every year nearly 100 fatalities and 10,000 injuries occur on scaffolding across the country, despite numerous. Prefabricated mobile scaffolds should be erected in accordance. Failure to comply with safety instructions and rams may result in disciplinary actions serial name date of toolbox talk signature site. A mobile scaffold is a tower scaffold mounted on wheels see figure 1. A guide to scaffold use in the construction industry. Scaffolding inspection the inspector should check that risers and braces are securely fastened with the locking mechanism properly engaged diagonal cross braces are provided according to design specifications handrails and toeboards are installed on all open ends and sides of scaffolding greater than 10 feet high.
Usage sites located at great heights can easily be reached with a mobile scaffold and the scaffold itself can quickly be moved. Inspect the scaffold using a checklist or mobile inspection app before the work shift and ensure it is safe and in proper working order. A castormounted sections of tubular metal scaffolds and are. Safely use the ladder when climbing the cross braces for access to the scaffold.
Figure 1 mobile scaffold manufacturers and suppliers must provide information about how to use and erect mobile scaffolds safely. To provide safe scaffolding platform for jobs to be done at height. Scaffolding safety rules as recommended by the scaffolding, shoring, and forming institute reprinted with permission following are some common sense rules designe d to promote safety in the use of steel scaffolding. Do braces automatically square and align the frames. Types of commonly used supported scaffolds common scaffolding hazards selected calosha regulations safe work practices. Safety checklist to be completed by a competent person. Scaffold safety this course will discuss the general requirements of scaffolding, the basic parts of a scaffold as well as the different types of scaffolding. In most cases, falling from a mobile scaffold tower has serious consequences. This course will discuss the general requirements of scaffolding, the basic parts of a scaffold as well as the different types of scaffolding.
What safety precautions do you and your colleagues take when working with mobile scaffold towers. General requirements for scaffolds scaffolds and their components should be capable of supporting, without failure, at least four times the maximum intended load maintain scaffolds in a safe condition do not alter or move scaffolds horizontally while they are occupied nuts and bolts used for construction of scaffolds. A castormounted sections of tubular metal scaffolds and are used for work on street lighting, plant etc. Giving operatives job specific prestart briefings and regular toolbox talks is a good way of keeping them informed. Develop and implement a comprehensive safety program that includes, but is. We all know that fall hazards are the leading cause of construction worker deaths, accounting for about 40% of all fatalities in construction each year. A scaffolding safety toolbox talk should be at the top of the priority list for most construction and industrial companies. General guide for scaffolds and scaffolding work safe work. Scaffolds such as suspended systems from buildings, supported systems from the ground, and aerial systems on mobile equipment are common to many construction projects and allow workers to do their jobs at elevated heights. Install guardrails on all open sides of scaffolds which are more than ten feet above ground. In a jsa, for each basic step of the job, it is to identify potential hazards and to recommend the safest way to do the job. Mobile scaffold must be used only on a hard level surface and must not be located closer than 1 m to any. Basic scaffold safety identifying different types of scaffolds.
Protecting these workers from scaffold related accidents would prevent 4,500 injuries and 50 deaths every year. Know the basics of scaffold safety there are thousands of scaffold related injuries and about 40 scaffold related deaths every year in the u. The hse regulations and various standards prescribe scaffolding made of timber, steel tubes, aluminium tubes or prefabricated frames. If safety harness is required, connect to approved point other than mobile scaffold unless approved by workcover.
The quixsafe guarantees superfast, supersafe scaffolding tower erection. By using a krause mobile scaffold you can gain many advantages. The revolutionary threestep system used to attach the quixsafe to the scaffolding makes traditional methods of scaffolding tower erection a thing of the past. To insure safety and serviceability the following general precautions concerning the care and use of scaffolding will be observed. Mobile scaffold modular work platforms mobile scaffolding. Scaffolding safety written program university of california santa barbara 9 of 19 interior hung scaffold ladder jack scaffold leanto scaffold mason tjacks metal carpenter bracket mobile scaffold manually propelled mobile work stand modular scaffold outrigger scaffold plasterers decorators scaffold prefabricated mobile tower unit. These applications may require the scaffold to be built well beyond the ratiosrequirements mentioned. Mud sills properly placed and adequate sized when required. The scaffolding inspection procedure should involve a rigorous assessment of scaffolding parameters e. Scaffolding operatives should be up to date with the latest changes to safety guidance and good working practices within the scaffolding industry. Introduction pars oil and gas company pogc, a subsidiary of national iranian oil company nioc, was established in 1998. Start with a simple base unit, extend to a full mobile tower, create a stair deck, walkway solution.
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