Scaffold erecting and dismantling is a high-risk activity, not just to those carrying out the work but also other workers on the site and the general public. Here we will look at some of the considerations you need to make when using scaffolding on your project, no matter how big or small. Protecting the Public from Scaffold Erecting The following steps from Network Scaffold will ensure members of the public are safe whilst your project is ongoing. Obtaining a temporary pavement or street closure Operating during quieter hours, such as mornings, evenings and weekends Incorporate fans, crash decks and ‘tunnels’ as early as possible into your scaffold Put up barriers and signs to divert the public away from your site Store scaffolding clips and other loose materials safely on the scaffold Don’t raise or lower materials over members of the public or other site workers Scaffold Erecting that Prevents Falls Network Scaffold follows strict working at height regulations to keep on-site workers safe. When lifting or lowering materials, all scaffolders must be clipped on or working within a handing platform that is fully boarded, with double guard rails and toe boards For scaffold erecting and dismantling, a minimum 3 board working platform with a single guardrail is provided Safety harnesses are worn at all times, fitted with 1.75m length lanyard and a 55m opening scaffold hook A safe ladder is incorporated into all scaffold erecting operations Scaffolders should not be going up and down scaffolds without proper ladder access and safe working platforms on each lift worked on Contact the Scaffold Erecting Experts Today Network Scaffold have years of experience providing scaffold erecting services from our base in Derby, all across the Midlands, including Staffordshire, Loughborough, Tamworth and Nottingham. Get in touch with our friendly team to receive your no-obligation quote for scaffolding on your next...
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Are you looking for scaffold erecting in the Midlands? Then you need a contractor who is reliable, professional and puts health and safety of not only their team and client but also the public. The answer, therefore, is Network Scaffold Services UK. Here at Network Scaffold, we understand the importance of a health and safety-conscious contractor. Scaffolding is one of the most dangerous careers in the UK, there are on average over 50 reported major injuries involving scaffolding, and sometimes they result in fatalities. This highlights the importance of choosing a scaffolder who are on top of their health and safety policies. With Network Scaffold Services UK, not only do you get access to safe scaffolding erecting in the Midlands, you’ll also receive excellent workmanship and the best possible advice. Why look anywhere else for scaffolding. Scaffold Erecting with the Environment in Mind Our scaffold erecting in the Midlands from Network Scaffold Services only uses the best materials. We take great pride in our scaffolding being environmentally friendly. We are aware that scaffold operations, and those of the construction industry in general, can lead to negative impacts on the environment and the surrounding public, some of which can be long-lasting. Our efforts are designed to provide the scaffolding that causes little to no impact on the surrounding areas. In an attempt to reduce the negative impact, we always utilise all resources as efficiently as possible and strive to reduce pollution whilst recycling and effective waste management. View our environmental policy for more information. Request a No-Obligation Quote for Scaffolding Services So, if you’re looking for responsible scaffold erecting and would like to find out more about any of our scaffolding services, please do not hesitate to get in touch. You can also find out more about our services...
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