Risk Assessment for Use of Scaffold Towers

Description

Risk Assessment for Use of Scaffold Towers:

1. Scaffolding shall be erected by trained and competent persons using undamaged and functioning materials or devices.
2. Scaffolding shall not be erected if ground levels and surfaces are not suitable for supporting the structure for the duration of the works.
3. Tube and fitting scaffolding shall not be used if it does not have a scaffold register on-site indicating that it has been inspected in the last 7 days by a competent person.
4. Do not use the scaffold if a Scaftag system is in use which indicates that it has not been inspected in the last 7 days.
5. Further inspections shall be required after any modifications, extreme weather conditions or any event which may have affected the integrity of the structure e.g., collisions.