How to Control the Risk When Using Scaffolding
Scaffolding work means the erection, alteration and dismantling of a scaffold. Some examples of the hazards associated with work involving the erection, use, maintenance, alteration and dismantling of scaffolds include: · scaffolding collapse (before, during and after placement of the scaffold) · manual tasks. · work near overhead electric lines · mobile plant and other workplace traffic · mixing components from different scaffold systems (for example, do not mix aluminum tubing with steel tubing) · falls from heights · falling objects So how to control the risks, world scaffolding provide some suggestion. Using mechanical aids such as cranes, hoists, pallet jacks or trolleys to move equipment and materials wherever possible instead of manual lifting. Using concrete barriers to separate pedestrians and powered mobile plant to reduce the risk of collision. Providing a catch platform to prevent falling objects hitting workers or other persons below the work area. If risk remai...