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Temporary Structures
Scaffold Inspection Checklist
Check scaffold access, platforms, guardrails, tags and foundations.
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Live safety status
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Complete all applicable items.
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Total questions
81
Answered
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Findings
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Critical findings
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General Requirements
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A valid scaffold inspection tag is securely attached at the access point.
Critical3
The scaffold inspection remains valid for the current date, shift and site requirements.
Critical4
The scaffold is suitable for the intended work activity and required working height.
Critical5
The scaffold load class or permitted loading is identified and understood.
6
The safe working load is displayed where required and has not been exceeded.
Critical7
No unauthorized modification, removal or relocation of scaffold components is observed.
CriticalFoundation and Base
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The supporting ground or structure is firm, stable and capable of carrying the scaffold load.
Critical9
Base plates are installed beneath all scaffold standards.
Critical10
Suitable sole boards are installed where required to distribute the load.
Critical11
Adjustable base jacks are correctly installed and remain within their permitted extension.
Critical12
No settlement, sinking, tilting or movement is visible at the scaffold base.
Critical13
There is no standing water, erosion or loss of support around the scaffold foundation.
14
Excavation, vehicle movement or nearby work has not undermined the scaffold foundation.
CriticalStructural Components
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Standards are vertical, correctly spaced and free from significant damage.
Critical16
Ledgers are complete, level and securely connected.
Critical17
Transoms and platform supports are correctly positioned and secured.
Critical18
Couplers, clamps and connection devices are correctly installed and tightened.
Critical19
Scaffold tubes and frames are free from cracks, severe corrosion, bending or deformation.
Critical20
No standards, ledgers, transoms or other essential structural components are missing.
Critical21
Scaffold components are compatible and have not been improvised with unsuitable materials.
CriticalBracing, Ties and Stability
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Facade or longitudinal bracing is installed in the required locations.
Critical23
Cross bracing is complete, correctly connected and undamaged.
Critical24
Plan or horizontal bracing is installed where required by the scaffold design.
Critical25
Scaffold ties are installed at the required spacing and locations.
Critical26
Anchors and tie points are secure, suitable and free from visible damage.
Critical27
No scaffold tie, anchor or brace has been removed without authorization and replacement control.
Critical28
Free-standing or mobile scaffold height and base dimensions remain within the approved limits.
CriticalWorking Platforms
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Working platforms are fully decked for the intended activity.
Critical30
No dangerous gaps exist between platform units, the scaffold structure or the work face.
Critical31
Platform boards and metal decks are free from cracks, severe damage, deformation or contamination.
Critical32
Platform units are secured against movement, uplift or displacement.
Critical33
The platform provides sufficient working width for workers, tools and materials.
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Platform board overhang is controlled and does not create instability or a trip hazard.
35
Materials are distributed safely and the platform is not overloaded.
Critical36
Platform openings, hatches and penetrations are closed or adequately protected.
CriticalEdge Protection
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Top guardrails are installed on all exposed platform sides and ends.
Critical38
Midrails or equivalent intermediate protection are installed.
Critical39
Toe boards are installed and complete on exposed platform edges.
Critical40
Platform ends, returns and access openings are adequately protected.
Critical41
Guardrails and toe boards are secure and free from significant damage.
Critical42
The gap between the working platform and structure is minimized or otherwise protected.
CriticalAccess and Egress
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A safe and designated means of access and egress is provided.
Critical44
Access ladders or stair towers are installed inside the scaffold where practicable.
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Access ladders are free from damage, contamination and missing rungs.
Critical46
Access ladders are securely fixed against slipping or displacement.
Critical47
Ladder landings and rest platforms are provided where required.
48
Self-closing gates or equivalent protection are installed at access openings.
Critical49
Access routes, ladders, stairways and landings are unobstructed.
Critical50
Workers are not required to climb scaffold frames, braces or guardrails.
CriticalFalling Object Protection
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Tools and loose equipment are secured where they could fall from the scaffold.
Critical52
Materials are stored away from platform edges and cannot roll or slide.
Critical53
Debris netting, brick guards or equivalent protection are installed where required.
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An exclusion zone is established below and around the scaffold where falling-object risk exists.
Critical55
Barricades and warning signs are visible and suitable for the level of risk.
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Simultaneous work above and below has been eliminated or properly controlled.
CriticalElectrical and Surrounding Hazards
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Safe clearance is maintained from overhead lines and other energized equipment.
Critical58
Temporary electrical cables are protected against damage and do not create trip hazards.
Critical59
Lighting is sufficient for safe access, work and emergency evacuation.
60
The scaffold is protected from vehicle, crane and mobile-equipment impact.
Critical61
Nearby process, pressure, heat, chemical and operational hazards have been controlled.
CriticalHousekeeping
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Working platforms are free from unnecessary waste, loose materials and obstructions.
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Access ways, ladders, stairs and landing areas are clean and clear.
Critical64
Oil, mud, ice, water and other slip hazards have been removed or controlled.
Critical65
No sharp edges, protruding tubes or exposed components create injury hazards.
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Scaffold materials and work equipment are stored in an orderly and stable manner.
Weather and Environmental Conditions
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Wind conditions are within the permitted limits for scaffold use.
Critical68
Rain, snow and ice conditions have been evaluated and controlled.
Critical69
Scaffold use has been stopped where lightning or severe weather creates unacceptable risk.
Critical70
Visibility is sufficient for safe work and access.
71
Sheeting, netting and temporary coverings have not created excessive wind loading.
CriticalMobile Scaffolds
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Castors and wheels are suitable, undamaged and securely attached.
Critical73
All wheel brakes are engaged before workers access or use the scaffold.
Critical74
Outriggers or stabilizers are correctly installed where required.
Critical75
The mobile scaffold is positioned on a level, firm and obstruction-free surface.
Critical76
No person remains on the scaffold while it is being moved.
CriticalFinal Inspection and Release
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No unresolved critical defect remains before the scaffold is released for use.
Critical78
Identified defects have been recorded, assigned and controlled.
Critical79
The scaffold inspection tag has been updated to reflect the current status.
Critical80
Unsafe or incomplete scaffolds are tagged, barricaded and prevented from use.
Critical81
The scaffold is formally accepted and released for its intended use.
CriticalInspection result
Calculated live from the inspection responses.
Inspection incomplete
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