When Is Scaffolding Required for a Construction Job?
OCTOBER 21, 2021Falls are an all-too-common occurrence in the construction industry. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), falls represent one of the leading causes of construction-related deaths, topping the list of the agency's "Fatal Four" most common dangers (which also includes object strikes, electrocutions and getting caught in between objects or equipment). Due to the high risk of falling, scaffolding is essential at construction sites throughout...
How to Choose Between Frame Scaffolding and Cuplock Scaffolding?
MARCH 13, 2026Scaffolding is an essential piece of equipment in construction, ensuring protection and stability during work. Rather than using ladders, which pose significant safety risks, construction operations use scaffolds to provide a stable, temporary work platform for completing jobs at height. While OSHA does not mandate specific height requirements for scaffolding, there are many regulations about working on elevated platforms, including fall protection systems and guardrails. In construction...
When Is Scaffolding Required for a Construction Job?
OCTOBER 21, 2021Falls are an all-too-common occurrence in the construction industry. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), falls represent one of the leading causes of construction-related deaths, topping the...
Trash Chute Tips and Tricks
JULY 12, 2023Job sites in the construction industry can generate large amounts of trash and debris and quickly become cluttered. This is where a trash chute comes in. High-rise buildings may also...
Do You Need a Construction Permit to Erect Scaffolding in Illinois?
JULY 12, 2023Do you need a permit to construct scaffolding? Yes, a permit is typically required to build scaffolding in many jurisdictions, including Illinois. The specific permit requirements vary depending on the...
What Is a Competent Person, and When Are They Required?
APRIL 6, 2023Employee safety is crucial for all industries. Companies and industry leaders should always strive to meet or exceed health and safety regulations. Organizations like the United States Occupational Health and...
How to Protect Walkways and Sidewalks Under Scaffolding Systems
JULY 14, 2022Scaffolding is essential to the success of a construction or renovation project. Without it, it is nearly impossible to access the high parts of the building you are working on....
OSHA Requirements for Debris Netting
APRIL 13, 2022Falls are the leading cause of work-related deaths in the construction industry. According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, 401 out of 991 construction fatalities in 2019 resulted from...
OSHA Requirements for Debris Chutes
APRIL 13, 2022Debris chutes are valuable pieces of a construction site. Removing debris from multi-level construction sites can be time-consuming and straining. To prevent cluttering the workspace and dragging waste materials down...
How Much Weight Can Different Scaffolding Systems Support?
APRIL 13, 2022Scaffolding equipment enables workers to reach high places and perform tasks such as building restoration, exterior maintenance, window washing, painting and construction work. While scaffolds are valuable equipment, workers must...
What Is a Cuplock Scaffolding System?
OCTOBER 21, 2021One of the most popular types of scaffolding systems is a Cuplock scaffolding system. This type of system is fully galvanized and can serve several purposes. Since it’s a kind...
What Are OSHA Rolling Scaffold Regulations?
JANUARY 25, 2021What Are OSHA Rolling Scaffold Regulations? Using scaffolding in the workplace requires employees to perform their work at extreme heights. As a result, it’s essential for companies to provide crews...
Do’s and Don’ts of Scaffolding for Different Weather Conditions
JANUARY 25, 2021Do’s and Don’ts of Scaffolding for Different Weather Conditions Practicing caution is essential when using scaffolding. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported 61 scaffolding-related fatalities in 2018. Between 2011 and 2017, climbing...