Scaffolding

Only certified scaffolders may alter, erect or dismantle scaffolds in compliance with NASC guide SG4:10 & HSG33. Any persons found altering, erecting or dismantling scaffold without authorisation will be immediately dismissed from site.

Scaffolders must have a current ‘CISRS’ Scaffolding Card. Scaffolders with a CISRS Trainee Scaffolder card must work under the direct supervision of an appropriately qualified scaffolder.

System scaffolding erectors must have had system scaffolding training from the manufacturer or CISRS training in the system used.

Scaffolding is to be erected to a recognised configuration, TG20:08 or EN 12811.1: 2003, and this should be clearly stated on any design, configuration or layout drawings.

If the scaffolding is beyond the scope of a recognised configuration a ‘design’ shall be prepared by an appropriately experienced and competent temporary works designer to prove strength and stability including necessary calculations.

Standard loading bay structures should also be accompanied by a design drawing. Loading bays will be labelled with the S.W.L. using signage, which can be clearly seen from ground level. All loading bays will be equipped with up and over gates, a swivel arm with gates or other similar proprietary system.

The working platforms will be fit for purpose including safe loading, working and passage of workers.

It is recommended that wherever practicable, scaffolds should incorporate a staircase or ladder bay. It should not be possible to fall from the working platform through a direct ladder or access opening. Ladder or stair access to working platforms should not normally be positioned next to or near loading bays.

Scaffolders must inspect the scaffold and provide a handover certificate on completion of work, and thereafter undertake inspections of these structures at least weekly or more frequently if required to do so by the site manager. A copy of recorded inspections must be provided to the McLaughlin & Harvey Site Manager and all scaffolds to be scaff-tagged by the scaffolding contractor to indicate whether they are incomplete or safe to use.

Scaffolds must be clearly signed with 'scaffold not in use' or 'under construction' signs as appropriate.

A work at height rescue plan will be requested from all scaffolding contractors. Scaffolders will be expected to wear harnesses and appropriate attachments at all times when working.