Why this matters
A scaffold is safe only if it's built, checked, and used correctly. Changes made by the wrong person can undo that.
What to cover
- Check the tag before you climb. Don't use a scaffold without a current inspection tag.
- Use the stairs or the ladder made for the scaffold. Don't climb the frame.
- Keep guardrails, toe boards, and planks in place.
- Don't overload the platform with materials.
- Don't move, remove, or change any part. Tell the competent person.
- Keep tools and materials from falling by tying them or using a tray.
Ask the crew
- Who checks the scaffold, and how often?
- What do you do if a plank looks damaged?
- What's the load limit for this scaffold?
One thing to do today
Check the tag and the guardrails on every scaffold before the shift starts.
