Am I In Danger?
Working
with heavy equipment and building materials on the limited space
of a scaffold is difficult. Without fall protection or safe access,
it becomes hazardous. Falls from such improperly constructed scaffolds
can result in injuries ranging from sprains to death.
How Do I Avoid Hazards?
- Construct all scaffolds according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Install guardrail systems along all open sides and ends of platforms.
- Use at least one of the following for scaffolds more than 10 feet above
a lower level:
- Provide safe access to scaffold
platforms [For additional information, see Scaffold
Access].
- Do not climb cross-bracing as a means of access.
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![Mixture of several different scaffold components in the same scaffold Mixture of several different scaffold components in the same scaffold](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20120925121337im_/http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/etools/construction/images/improper_scaffolds.jpg)
This scaffold is not in compliance with the regulations because it mixes several
different scaffold components in the same scaffold. The guardrails are also improper
because they are not complete.
![Safety Bulletin Sign Safety Bulletin Sign](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20120925121337im_/http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/etools/construction/images/bulletin.gif)
Improper Guardrails on Tubular Welded-Frame Scaffolds
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