01MANDATORY
Competent Person Inspection
- ✓Arrange a visible-defect inspection before each shift.
- ✓Reinspect after alterations or events affecting integrity.
- ✓Never use an uninspected scaffold.
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Scaffold Critical Safety Rules
Inspect • Verify Status • Use Safely
OSHA 1926.451OSHA Subpart LISO 45001 Framework
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SRN-SCF-001
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30 SEC CHECKSERNEM Pre-Job Control
Check Before Starting
✓Inspection Status
✓Competent Person
✓Foundation
✓Ties and Braces
✓Full Platform
✓Safe Access
✓Area Isolation
02MANDATORY
Tag and Use Status
- ✓Verify the current inspection tag or use status.
- ✓Read all restrictions and special precautions.
- ✓Do not access a scaffold marked out of service.
03MANDATORY
Foundation and Stability
- ✓Verify base plates and firm supporting foundations.
- ✓Check ties, braces and stabilizing components.
- ✓Stop work if settlement, leaning or movement is found.
04MANDATORY
Fully Decked Platform
- ✓Ensure working levels are fully planked or decked.
- ✓Do not use loose, cracked or damaged platform units.
- ✓Close hazardous gaps or stop scaffold use.
05WARNING
Guardrail System
- ✓Verify toprails and midrails are complete.
- ✓Protect all exposed sides and ends.
- ✓Never remove or modify guardrails without authorization.
06MANDATORY
Safe Access
- ✓Use an approved ladder, stair tower or access system.
- ✓Never climb scaffold cross-braces for access.
- ✓Keep access trapdoors closed after passing.
07WARNING
Load and Material Control
- ✓Never exceed the permitted scaffold load.
- ✓Distribute and secure materials safely.
- ✓Keep walkways and access points clear.
08INFORMATION
Prevent Dropped Objects
- ✓Use toe boards, screens or suitable falling-object protection.
- ✓Keep tools and materials away from platform edges.
- ✓Barricade the area below and prevent unauthorized entry.
Critical Stop Criteria
🛑 Stop Work Now
×
There is no valid inspection status or approval for use
×
Stop work immediately if platforms or guardrails are incomplete, or access is unsafe
×
The scaffold is leaning, settled or unstable
×
Components are damaged or connections are loose
×
The scaffold is overloaded or materials are stored unsafely
Technical Control
Critical Values
4×
Maximum intended load
2,5 cm
Normal platform gap
0,6 m
Access-system threshold
EACH SHIFT
Competent-person inspection
Reference
OSHA 29 CFR 1926.451
OSHA 1926 Subpart L
Personal Protective Equipment
Required PPE
⛑️
Chin-Strap Helmet
EN 397
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Safety Glasses
EN 166
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Work Gloves
EN 388
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Slip-Resistant Footwear
ISO 20345
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Safety Harness
EN 361
Engineering controls first, personal protection second.