We all know that fall hazards are the leading cause of construction worker deaths, accounting for about 40% of all fatalities in construction each year. About 16% were from scaffolds. OSHA estimates that about 65% of all construction workers perform some work on scaffolds every year. That’s a lot of folks working on scaffolds potentially being exposed to a number of hazards such as falls, electrocutions and falling objects. For safe Scaffolding in London you need to hire a reputable Service provider.
Scaffold under supervision of competent Person
The key issue to safety when working on scaffolding boils down to whether or not the scaffold is safe to work on. This means working on scaffolding that has been erected by trained professionals under the supervision of a competent person and that the scaffold has been properly inspected before use. It is also important that each worker is equipped with proper protective equipment and has been thoroughly trained on safe work practices when working on scaffolding.
Proper training of staff
Get properly trained before using a scaffold. Training must be done by a qualified person and includes identification of electrocution, fall and falling objects hazards and the procedures for dealing with those hazards. Training must also include the proper use of the scaffold, how to handle materials and the load capacities of the scaffold. Get retrained when additional hazards present themselves due to changes at the jobsite or if the type of scaffold, fall protection or falling objects protection changes. You can also be required to receive additional training if your boss feels that your initial training was not adequately retained.
Safety precautions
Before getting on a scaffold check to make sure that a competent person has inspected the scaffold before the work shift and that it is safe to use and in proper working order. Scaffolds can only be erected, dismantled, altered or moved under the direct supervision of a competent person by trained personnel. If you are ever unsure regarding the safety of a scaffold check with a supervisor before use.
Why us?
Always wear your hard hat when working on, under or around a scaffold. You should also get a good sturdy, non-skid pair of work boots and consider using tool lanyards when working on scaffolds. ASG Scaffolding offers safe scaffolding in London. They have years of experience and a great reputation in industry for their safe and reliable work.
