scaffold user in construction
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Scaffold User in Construction. Learning Objectives. Objectives: OSHA Standard for Scaffold users, 29 CFR 1926.454(a) Procedures for dealing with Hazards Proper use of scaffolds Proper material handling. Agenda. Agenda: Overview Scaffold types Terminology Associated hazards Proper use - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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Scaffold User in Construction
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Learning Objectives
Objectives:
► OSHA Standard for Scaffold users, 29 CFR 1926.454(a)
► Procedures for dealing with Hazards
► Proper use of scaffolds
► Proper material handling
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Agenda
Agenda:
► Overview
► Scaffold types
► Terminology
► Associated hazards
► Proper use
► Your responsibilities
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Overviewof the Issue
►Section 1
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Scaffold Use in Construction
Scaffold prevention:
► 4500 injuries annually
► 50 deaths annually
► $90 million in workdays
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Categories
Three major scaffolds:
► Supported
► Suspended
► Other
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What does OSHA have to say?
Key elements:
► Fall protection, fall arrest systems
► Guardrail height
► Crossbracing, midrails and footings
► Platforms, guying ties, and capacity
► Training
► Inspections
► Erecting and dismantling
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The Competent Person
Duties include:
► Select and direct employees
► Determine safe work conditions
► Training
► Inspections
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The Qualified Person
Duties include:
► Design and load scaffold
► Training
► Design rigging for suspension scaffolds
► Design platforms less than 36”
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Engineer
Must design:
► Direct connection of mason’s multi-point adjustable suspension scaffolds
► Pole scaffolds over 60 feet tall
► Tube and coupler scaffolds over125 feet tall
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Employee Training
Training includes:
► Electrical, fall, and falling objects hazards
► How to deal with hazards
► Proper use of scaffolds
► Maximum intended load
► Other pertinent information
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Types of Scaffolds
►Section 2
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Types of Scaffolds
Scaffolds:
► Over 25 different types in use
► Most common include fabricated, supported frame or system scaffolds
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Types of Scaffolds
Scaffolds:
► Plasterers’, decorators, and large area scaffolds
► Bricklayers square scaffolds
► Horse scaffolds
► Form scaffolds
► Roof bracket scaffolds
► Outrigger scaffolds (one level)
► Pump and window jack scaffolds
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Types of Scaffolds
Scaffolds:
► Step, platform and trestle ladder
► Single point adjustable suspension
► Two point adjustable suspension
► Catenary scaffolds
► Float (ship) scaffolds
► Interior hung scaffolds
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Types of Scaffolds
Scaffolds:
► Needle beam scaffolds
► Multi-level suspension scaffolds
► Mobile scaffolds
► Repair bracket scaffolds
► Stilts
► Tank builder scaffolds
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Types of Scaffolds
Scaffolds:
► Many different scaffolds in workplace
► Choice is based on work to be performed
► Erection done only b trained professional
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Scaffold Terminology
►Section 3
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Scaffold Terminology
Terminology:
► What is a scaffold?
► What is a platform?
► What is a brace?
► What is a stair tower?
► What is a runner, ledger or ribbon?
► What is a bearer?
► What are mud sills and base plates?
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Scaffold Terminology
Terminology:
► What is a scaffold Competent Person?
► What is a scaffold Qualified Person?
► What is the Maximum Intended Load?
► What is a Rated Load?
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Hazards Associated with Scaffold Use
►Section 4
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Hazards Associated with Scaffold Use
Hazards:
► Electrical hazards
► Fall hazards
► Falling objects
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Electrical Hazards – Overhead Power Lines
Clearance for insulated lines:
► <300v = minimum 3 feet
► 300v to 50kv = minimum 10 feet
► >50kv = 10 feet + .4 inches for each kv over 50
Clearance for non-insulated lines:
► Less than 50kv = minimum 10 feet
► >50kv = 10 feet + .4 inches for each kv over 50
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Fall Hazards
Protection:
► Install guardrails
► Employ use of harness and lanyard (personal fall arrest system)
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Fall Hazards
Guardrail systems:
► Height between 38 and 45 inches
► Withstand 200 pounds of force
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Falling Objects Protection Systems
Falling objects protection:
► Hard hats
► Toe boards
► Safety screens or guardrails
► Debris nets, catch platforms, or canopy structures
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Proper Use of Scaffolds
►Section 5
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Proper Use of Scaffolds
Basic ground rules:
► Never overload scaffolds
► Always inspect scaffolds prior to use
► Repair, replace, or remove from service
► Competent or qualified individual supervises the erection, installation, repair, or relocation of scaffolds
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Basic Safety Issues for Work on Scaffolds
Be aware of:
► Weather conditions
► Debris
► Makeshift devices to gain height
► Ladders in use on platforms
► Load within capacity of scaffold
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What is Wrong with this Picture?
What do you think of this scaffold design?
► Planks not cleated or secured
► No guardrails
► Greater than 14 inch gap between scaffold and building
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What is Wrong with this Picture?
What do you think?
► No midrails
► No toeboards
► No mesh
► Safety lines not tied to proper anchorage
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Your Responsibilities
►Section 6
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Your Responsibilities
You should:
► Understand power lines within 10 feet
► Appropriate scaffolding inspection
► Properly install mud sills and base plates
► Guardrails and platforms secured in place
► Conditions of decking or planks
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Your Responsibilities
Also:
► Know the maximum intended load for each unit
► Know debris removal policy while on scaffolds
► Monitor weather conditions
► Worker training