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. Scaffolding poses some safety risks, but you can eliminate them if workers follow general guidelines and best practices on your worksite. When putting up scaffolding, it is important to think of every aspect of the...
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...