2013

Erected scaffolding should be inspected as part of a regular schedule and at certain key times in the operational cycle of the structure. This means scaffold should be inspected: at commissioning daily - prior to use routinely - every 30 days by a qualified person prior to dismantling Apart from routine inspections, the principles of hazard identification and reporting should be employed at all times. This means, personnel working on or around scaffolding should be alert to scaffold hazards. People should also be aware of their obligations to report scaffold damage, site conditions or work practices that could place people

When designing a scaffolding structure, there are many things to consider when working out the required components. The first of which is the function of the scaffold. We will look at determining whether a light, medium or heavy duty structure is required.Firstly though, it is important to know what kind of load the structure will be required to support. In scaffolding, load is normally considered in terms of dead load and the duty live load. The dead load generally refers to the weight of the scaffold itself. This includes the weight of the standard and all connected components such as the

Some might call it a hassle, but the fact of the matter is that health and safety regulations are there to protect all of us. We will look at some of these as a safety should really be a priority. If your job may require you to use a scaffold in order to carry out certain job functions, before commencing work, make sure you are familiar with the safe working guidelines for using scaffolding hire. Users of scaffolding should be aware of the general use specifications and adhere to them at all times. Some of the more common hazards created by users

Before you can erect, maintain or dismantle scaffolding, you will require a few basic tools and items of equipment. Let's take a quick look at the basics... Scaffold Spanner - A box or tube type wrench with a swing over handle that has been purpose designed for the tightening and releasing of couplers. Magnetic Spirit Level - A spirit level is used to sure the footings of the scaffold. The job of levelling the scaffold is made easier when the spirit level is magnetic. These are available at most harware stores. Tape Measure - The tape measure is used to

Aztex scaffoldings are designed to Australian Standards and consist of a number of component parts. When used in accordance with recommended job procedures, Aztex scaffolding provides safe, easy to use scaffolding solutions for a diverse range of jobs, work site requirements and conditions. We will look at some basic scaffolding components below... Frame - The Frame consists of two standards (or uprights) joined at the top by a transom (or horizontal structural member). Punced Hole Cross Brace - The brace is fixed diagonally to the pinlocks on the frame standards and consist of two members joined at the mid-point by