Other Basic Components of the Scaffolding



                  scaffolding components


which is a provisional structure used for supporting a work team .  Look at the basic components that are used in scaffolding. Scaffolding is also referred as scaffold or staging.

Following are the  Essential Components of the Scaffolding:-


  • Scaffold Tubes
  • Scaffold Couplers
  • Adjustable Base Plates
  • Diagonal Braces
  • Toe Boards


Responsibilities of an Academic Head of Department


  • People Management
  • Responsibility for Teaching and Students
  • Quality Assurance
  • Leadership and Management
  • Knowledge Transfer
  • Financial Management
  • Development of Academic
  • Responsibility for Research
  • Person Specification for Head of Department


Scaffolding Basic Components

Following are the 7 basic components:-


  • Toeboard
  • Base collar
  • Diagonal brace
  • Standards
  • Adjustable base plate
  • Ledger
  • Deck



Suspended scaffold failure


  • Design and engineering verification.
  • Site-specific induction Site-specific induction.
  • Load-limiting devices.
  • Engineer's certification letter to verify the supporting structure is adequate to support a swing-stage suspension system.
  • Engineer's drawing for the swing-stage suspension system
  • Engineer's verification statement that the swing-stage has been erected in accordance with the design.
  • Engineer's design certification letter for the design of the swing-stage


Suspended Scaffolding


  • Powered Suspended Access Systems Safety Rope
  • Winches
  • Scaffolding Building
  • Outriggers
  • Outriggers Application
  • Formwork & Scaffolding
  • Modular Scaffolding
  • Suspended Scaffolding
  • Powered Suspended Access Systems Standard Platforms


Suspended Scaffolds Interior Hung


 For requirements that apply to all types of suspended scaffolds. An interior hung suspension scaffold consists of a platform suspended from the ceiling.  The requirements on this page are specific to interior hung scaffolds only.

Following are the General Requirements


  • Roof structures must be inspected for strength before scaffolds are erected.
  • Cables must be connected to overhead supports by shackles.
  • Interior hung scaffolds must be suspended from roof structures.


Supported Scaffolds Specialty and Other Scaffolds

                      Specialty and Other Scaffolds


Following are the General Requirements:-



  • The elements of scaffolding placed between one window jack and another. 
  • Scaffolds must be securely attached to the window opening. 
  • Scaffolds must be used only for working at the window opening through which the jack is placed.
  • Window jacks must not be used to support planks 
  • Following are the Non-mandatory Guidelines:
  • Not more than one employee at a time may occupy a window jack scaffold. 

Suspended Scaffolds Interior Hung

                        Interior Hung

An interior hung suspension scaffold consists of a platform suspended from the ceiling. The requirements on this page are specific to interior hung scaffolds only. Roof structure by fixed-length supports.  For requirements that apply to all types of suspended scaffolds.

Following are the requirements of interior hung suspension scaffold:


  • Interior hung scaffolds must be suspended from roof structures.
  • Roof structures must be inspected for strength before scaffolds are erected.
  • Suspension ropes and cables must be connected to overhead supports by shackles.

Inspecting Single-Point Adjustable Scaffolds


  • The rigging has been designed by a qualified person.
  • The scaffold is positioned so swinging cannot bring it into contact with other surfaces.
  • The scaffold is accessible to rescuers.
  • The support rope is protected from rubbing during direction changes.
  • Make sure, when combining two single-point scaffolds to form a two-point suspension system
  • Make sure the supporting rope between the scaffold.
  • Check that the maximum intended load for single-point adjustable suspension scaffolds is 250 pounds.
  • The suspension device is kept vertical, unless:

What is a suspended scaffold?


Suspended scaffolds are platforms suspended by ropes. This eTool uses the Two-Point module to describe requirements that apply to all suspended scaffolds. Because two-point scaffolds are the most common type of suspended scaffold.

How is a float scaffold supported?

A float and scaffold is a suspension scaffold consisting of a braced platform resting on. The requirements on this page are specific to float scaffolds only. Two parallel bearers and hung from overhead supports by ropes of fixed length.


What is a supported scaffold?

Supported scaffolds consist of one or more platforms supported by outrigger beams. This eTool uses the Frame module to describe requirements that are common to all supported scaffolds.

DEPARTMENT RESPONSIBILITIES


  • The Scaffolding Safety Program applies to any department on campus.
  • Ensuring that all personnel working on or in the vicinity of scaffolding equipment are trained.
  • Safety Scaffolding is Victoria’s residential scaffolding experts.
  • Designating a Competent Person  who will train and direct personnel involved in the erecting.
  • Safety Scaffolding’s team includes only highly experienced professionals. 
  • Ensuring that all personnel working on or in the vicinity of scaffolding equipment comply.
  • If you’re ready to get safe, high quality scaffolding for your construction site, give us a call.
  • Ensure all scaffolding equipment is properly maintained


Common Causes of Scaffolding Injuries


  • Improper use of scaffold.
  • Jumping on scaffold.
  • Â Defective components used to erect scaffold.
  • Unskilled construction of scaffold.
  • Wrong Components/Mixing Parts.
  • Slippery Surfaces/Bad Weather

Friday, 11 November 2016

Basic Scaffold Inspection


  • Scaffolding terminology.
  • Review of current legislation.
  • Scaffolding Components.
  • Bracing and tying scaffolds.
  • Basic Scaffold Requirements.
  • Documenting Inspections 


Scaffolding Types Explained



  • Independent/Birdcage
  • Single Pole Models
  • Rolling/Mobile Scaffolding
  • Matrial scaffolding 


Nets and Platforms in scaffolding


  • Canopy structures made of solid materials.
  • Screens which are erected between the toe board.
  • Debris nets to catch materials before they hit the ground.
  • Barricades to keep personnel out of a hazardous area.
                        


COMMON TYPES OF SCAFFOLDS

             


  • Rolling Scaffolding.
  • Restorative scaffolding.
  • Birdcage scaffolding.
  • Scaffolding with extra support.
  • Suspended Scaffolding.
  • Mobile Scaffolding.
  • Ladder access scaffolding.



BASIC SCAFFOLD SAFETY



  • Keep the scaffold free of scraps
  • Do not move a mobile scaffold if anyone is on the scaffold.
  • Do not jump from, to, or between scaffolding.
  • Do not climb on scaffolds that wobble or lean to one side.
  • Do not lean out from the scaffold.


Weekday Basic Scaffolding Training Course


  • Understand load capabilities
  • Maintenance requirements
  • If you want to install Static Lines this is where you must start.
  • Verify equipment faults 
  • If you want to Sign Handovers this is where you must start.
  • Set up fall arrest systems
  • If you want to erect system scaffold above 4m this is where you must start.

Working Safely in scaffolding


  • The distance between the wall and the ladder's base.
  • When positioning a ladder against a wall.
  • Never use a ladder in front of a doorway unless someone else guards it.
  • Check ladder feet.
  • Check that the ladder is sturdy enough to support your weight.
  • A metal ladder should have rubber slip-resistant feet.
  • Never use a ladder near overhead electrical wires.


How to Set Up Scaffolding


  • You will need to level the ground your scaffolding will sit on.
  • Attach wheels and depending on which you are using.
  • Assemble the scaffolding frame ends. 
  • Raise one end piece.
  • Secure on the bottom of the opposite end piece. Install the second set of cross braces.
  • Install your scaffolding planks by lifting them up.