EAS ESSENTIAL- Scaffolding

Scaffolds have been inspected signed off with proper tagging attached at each access point prior to each work day or prior to each shift. The scaffold will need to be re-inspected if altered, moved, or dismantled.

Provide protection from falls on scaffolds where falls more than 10 feet can occur by guardrails or personal fall arrest systems.

Installed guardrails must be on open sides and ends containing a Top rail (38” to 45”), Mid rail (halfway between the top rail and work platform), and Toe Boards (at least 3.5” high).

Barricade the area below the scaffold to stop the entry into the work area and include the proper signage. Maintain barricades through dismantling.

Inspect scaffolds for good supported base plates. Cinder block and bricks are not considered good support. Erect on stable and level ground. Do not use during bad weather conditions. (Snow, Ice, or High Winds) Lock all wheels and braces. Keep the scaffolds free of all debris.

Scaffolds are erected 10 feet away from all overhead power lines.

Inspect scaffold decking or planking to ensure there are no more the 1” gaps between each one and butted up against one another. Should be able to support 4 times the maximum load and be at least 18” wide. Platform ends must extend at least 6”, but no more than 12”. Inspect wood platform for cracks or splits.

Scaffold heights are to be no more than 4 times its minimum base. On moving scaffolds the ratio is 2:1. The scaffolds must be within 14” the work.

Provide access to the scaffold platforms that are 2 feet or more above an access point. (Ladders, Stair towers, or Ramps) Building Stairs and windows are acceptable access as well. Do not access by cross braces.

On moving scaffolds, (Teletowers) inspect for moving the scaffold while on platform. Come down off of the scaffold and move it from the ground. Outriggers must be used at all times.