How To Errect Scaffold Tower Safely

In the workplace, assessment is to confirm that there is no alternative to working at height and that the most suitable equipment has been selected for the job in hand, the same should apply to all the project. Scaffold towers are, when used correctly, a safe means of gaining access to work which is being done at height. Where incidents can occur is when there has been inappropriate erection or the misuse of the scaffold towers, also known as access towers. Numerous accidents occur because of these reasons but with the correct health and safety practices these are being lowered and can be prevented. When erecting scaffold tower we need to be aware that aluminium towers are relatively light and can overturn easily with incorrect use. All parts must be in their correct place to ensure the required core strength. If sections are left out there is a good chance that the towers can collapse. Methods which have been developed in conjunction with the Health and Safety Executive. However all manufacturers also have the duty to provide the instruction manual which explains the erection sequence and this should include any bracing requirements. The same applies to any organizations which hire the towers to you. The first approved method is an advance guard rail system, which makes use of guard rail units which are specifically designed for the job. These guard rail units are locked in place form the level below and moved up onto the platform level. They provide collective fall prevention and are put in place before the operator accesses the platform in order to fit the permanent guard rails. It is the progressive erection of guard rails from the protected areas at the lower level which makes sure that the operator will not be exposed to the risk of falling from an un-guarded platform. The second approved method of erection is through the trapdoor method. It involves the operator taking up a working position in the trap door of the platform. From this position you can add or remove the components which are acting as guard rails on the level above the platform. This method is designed to make sure that the operator does not stand on an un-guarded platform, yet can install the components to a particular level while you are positioned within the trap door of that level. Before use the scaffolding tower you should inspect the access towers well to see that they are in a safe working condition. Naturally you or any other person using the scaffold towers should not be under the influence of any state altering medication or other substances.Take the time to plan your work well as this will help you keep safe when using scaffold towers.