How do you use scaffolding?

Answer 1

Scaffolding is most often used for creating a working platform for either building or maintaining structures, but because it is so adaptable, it can be used for a variety of purposes, including:

* Maintaining the exterior of an existing structure eg. painting. * Providing working platforms for workers building a structure. * Stair towers for access to other raised platforms such as flat roofs. * Suspended platforms, cradles or hanging platforms eg. for bridge maintenance. * Platforms on uneven ground for stages or marquees. * Stabilising or shoring a structure or tall object to keep it vertical. * Temporary roofs. * Temporary walkways. * Temporary bridges. * Temporary buildings eg. storage sheds. * River bank or lake-side reinforcement. * Ramps. * Sign-boards frames and advertising hoardings. * Bracing structural props. * Racking and storage bays. * Hand-rails and edge protection. * Masts for aeriels. * Stage sets for television, film and theatre.

Answer 2

In many countries scaffold manufacturers must comply to the standards and regulations specifically designed by their government organizations in order to ensure safety to those who use them.

Steel or aluminum is most often used to manufacture scaffolding, except in China (They still use bamboo. Yes, you've seen them in Jackie Chan movies!! ). These materials are not only cheaper but also provide greater strength to the scaffolding structures.

But even with government regulations in place and the use of iron compound materials, people still fall off scaffolds. Here are few reasons why this happens:

• Overloading and Stressing the Planks.
• Using Scaffold Planks Over Spans Greater Than Those Recommended.
• Inadequate Scaffolding Foundation.

• Uneven Ground or Flooring Surfaces.
• Faulty or Damaged Scaffolding Parts (Due to improper storage of scaffolding).

• Faulty Scaffolding Assemblies
• And the Last and Most Common: Ignoring the Instruction Manual.