Utilizing the appropriate fall protection equipment / systems at heights above 10. Access shall be provided when scaffold platforms are more than 24 inches above or below the point of access. It is impossible for a stable scaffold structure to be built unless _____. a. Workers are most vulnerable to fall hazards when climbing on or off a scaffold. Make sure wooden planking is covered with opaque finishes, except that platform edges may be marked for identification. \text { to school } It is generally applied as a thin coat over a base coat and takes several days to achieve its designed strength. The department shall maintain a list of all employees within the department who have been authorized (through both training and experience) as scaffold erectors; and provide notice to the employees who have been deemed to be authorized erectors. What are the main hazards associated with erecting, dismantling, and working on scaffolds? 2.Always use the proper ladder or stairs. b.Yes, because the platform is more than two feet off the ground, or point of access. b.Use the scaffolding as is. c.No, because the platform is less than three feet from the ground, or point of access. In its simplest form, a scaffold is any temporary elevated or suspended work surface used to support workers and/or materials. Select all that apply and then click DONE. Be sure scaffolding stays level and plumb as erection progresses. Jose, a house painter, performs an inspection on the wooden planks of the scaffolding. The department will designate, identify, and provide training for competent persons within the department. Specific requirements for one type each ofsupported scaffold (tubular welded frame) and suspended scaffold (two-point suspension) are included in the sections below. Included here are general requirements for all scaffolds. Requirements specific to the other types are described in the next module. Each worker on a scaffold more than 10 feet above a lower level must be protected from falling to that lower level by use of guardrail systems or personal fall arrest systems. Select the correct answer and then click DONE. Make sure portable, hook-on, and attachable ladders are positioned so as not to tip the scaffold. The competent person is responsible for determining the safety and feasibility of installing and using safe means of access, based on site conditions and the type of scaffold involved. The periodicity of this training to be determined by EHS and the departments management, but should not exceed a period of 5 years from the previous training. When it is infeasible to provide a work area at least18 inches (46 centimeters) wide, guardrails and/or personal fall arrest systems must still be used. Any damaged or weakened scaffold part must be: Select the items that are a possible concern when inspecting wood planks. O>wk`2^Ln?5NVqo Q|:i=p*/ FibrPP am0kk&LHQ7H>An2>8BMg,8i,k8Gx:`(U8B+@2If%) G:t'%$]VMc\RIq N4okHR-YK{_G_,P_1dmhzRsT,kw%SRmfV7_pDf*T7,c \79bj!1}dpB~9V&co7Sj. Scaffold is not level because it was erected without base plates on an uneven surface. The scaffolding platform will be 32 inches from the ground. a.5 Platforms shall be constructed as follows: Scaffold components made of dissimilar metals shall not be used together unless a competent person has determined that galvanic action will not reduce the strength of any component. All scaffolding shall be plumb and level. Ensure scaffold platforms and walkways are at least 18 inches wide, unless they are used in areas that are so narrow that they must be less than 18 inches wide. Horizontal members are erected in a manner that creates a usable ladder and provides good hand hold and foot space. An access ladder or equivalent safe access must be provided. Make sure two or more vertical lifelines are not attached to each other, or to the same point of anchorage. Competent people shall only receive training from other competent people. Note: A level should be used during assembly to make sure new structural components remain in line. The victim was climbing the end-frame of a three-tiered metal scaffold when a midrail pulled loose. 21 0 obj <><><>]/ON[37 0 R]/Order[]/RBGroups[]>>/OCGs[37 0 R]>>/PageLabels 15 0 R/Pages 17 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 36 0 obj <>/Font<>>>/Fields 41 0 R>> endobj 18 0 obj <>stream c.20 inches Cross bracing is not acceptable as an entire guardrail system but is acceptable for a toprail when the crossing point of the two braces is between 38 inches (0.9 meters) and 48 inches (1.3 meters) above the work platform and for midrails when between 20 inches (0.5 meters) and 30 inches (0.8 meters) above the work platform. Select the correct answer and then click DONE. By itself it is not normally a useable foundation material. 1926.451 (b) (9) and must be provided on any scaffold 10 feet or more above a lower level. b. To avoid injury while moving from one platform to another, you should: You will receive a message if you forgot to answer one of the questions. No more than three workers are permitted to work at one time on suspension scaffolds with a working load of 750 pounds. Base plates or screw jacks shall be in firm contact with both the sills and the legs of the scaffolding. Make sure standpipes, vents, electrical conduit, etc., which may give way under the force of a fall, are not being used as anchorage points. Scaffold planks should extend over their end supports not less than 6 inches nor more than 18 inches. F: 773.702.6546 The end points of the cross bracing must be no more than 48 inches (1.3 meters) apart vertically. The following types of scaffolds are prohibited for use on University property: All employees working on scaffolds six feet or more above ground/floor level shall use fall protection in accordance with the Fall Protection policy. Contacting EHS if there is a concern regarding the erection of the scaffold. 2.Rubber 2.Electrical Check to ensure fall protection consists of either personal fall-arrest systems (PFAS) or guardrail systems meeting OSHA requirements. Two tiebacks installed at opposing angles are required when a perpendicular tieback cannot be installed. c.Inspect the scaffolding for paint. Scaffold Roles and Responsibilites Section. Inspections of scaffolds after changes / alterations have been made. Select the correct answer and then click DONE. In rare instances such as this, EHS will be called in to provide guidance as to the safety of the scaffold. Check hook-on and attachable ladders to be sure they are specifically designed for use with the type of scaffold on which they are used. footings are capable of supporting the loaded scaffold without settling or displacement. Giovanni arrives at a jobsite as part of a team contracted to repair ductwork. Select the correct answer and then click DONE. 4.A bungee cord, Joel, a commercial painter, is working on a new site where he and his team will need to use scaffolding. d.Add additional poles to support the scaffolding. a.2 to 1 Cross-braces of the proper length must be used to ensure that the scaffold will remain plumb and rigid. The competent person is responsible for determining the safety and feasibility of installing and using safe means of access, based on site conditions and the type of scaffold involved. Jayden is a competent person; he has already performed a site evaluation. Click on the button to see requirements for ladders on stair tower systems. Note: Except where indicated, these requirements also apply to manually propelled, pump jack, ladder jack, tube and coupler, and pole scaffolds, as well as the specialty scaffolds described in their applicable sections. A competent person is one who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions that are hazardous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them. S/N 869-034-00107-6; cost $30 (foreign $37.50). Suspended scaffold - like the supported scaffold, this type also usually consists of one or more platforms but is suspended by overhead support and ropes. \end{array} d.Hearing protection. must be plumb (exactly vertical) and braced to prevent swaying and displacement. Additionally, there is no material cohesion; during a storm the material can wash away under the scaffold base plates. fall protection systems in place, falling object prevention in place, appropriate access / egress to and from the scaffold, appropriate anchorage and stability of the structure, appropriate walking / working surfaces, maintaining appropriate clearances from electrical hazards, etc.). a. \text { Advertisement } The footing of scaffolding must be sound and rigid, capable of supporting the weight. Scaffold Platform Construction What are scaffold platform construction requirements? Make sure scaffold components manufactured by different manufacturers are not intermixed, unless they fit together without being forced and the scaffold's structural integrity is maintained. Training of other competent persons, scaffold erectors, and users. 1926.451(e)(1) . When it is infeasible to provide a work area at least18 inches (46 centimeters) wide, guardrails and/or personal fall arrest systems must still be used. Employers must provide access when the scaffold platforms are more than 2 feet (0.6 meters) above or below a point of access. All scaffolds and their components must support without failure its own weight and at least four times the maximum intended load applied or transmitted to the scaffold. Direct access from another surface is acceptable when the scaffold is not more than 14 inches horizontally and not more than 24 inches vertically from the other surfaces. Direct access is acceptable when the scaffold is not more than 14 inches (36 centimeters) horizontally and not more than 24 inches (61 centimeters) vertically from the other surfaces. What are integral (built-in) access frames specifically designed for? He fell, sustaining a concussion for which he was hospitalized. a.Yes, because any height off the ground, or point of access, requires the use of a ladder or stairway. d.Choose access points. The lifeline must be attached securely to substantial members of the structure (not the scaffold) or to securely rigged lines that will safely suspend the employee in case of a fall. Maximum intended load and load-carrying capacities of scaffolds used. In the event of an emergency, please call 123 from any campus phone or 773.702.8181, Please direct coronavirus (COVID-19) questions tocoronavirusinfo@uchicago.edu. 4.Wear face masks. d. 14 feet, What must be worn at all times while working from scaffolding? This scaffold is overloaded and planks are strained. Scaffold components manufactured by different manufacturers shall not be intermixed unless the components fit together without force and the scaffolds structural integrity is maintained. 1926.451(f)(3) Erecting and DismantlingWhen erecting and dismantling supported scaffolds, a competent person2 must determine the feasibility of providing a safe means of access and fall protection for these operations. (1) A type of supported scaffold set on wheels or casters (2) A simple device consisting of a platform resting on brackets attached to a ladder (3) A uniquely designed scaffold consisting of a platform supported by moveable brackets on vertical poles (1)Mobile Scaffold (2) Ladder Scaffold (3) Pump Jack Scaffold HV[o6~8%9N(Km -QTI*CJe'{tC^nAieAi?Ypqvi;y5P( s!u Wood planks used for platforms on scaffolding shall be specifically graded for scaffold use by an approved grading agency. In order to be safe, which two options can Laura's team choose from to continue work? b. Training of other scaffold users if needed. Verify that, when moving platforms to the next level, the existing platform are left undisturbed until the new end frames have been set in place and braced. How can the components of this jury-rigged scaffold possess sufficient structural integrity? Scaffold should not be occupied while moving unless a competent person has determined it is safe to do so. c.Four times a.Begin to erect the scaffolding. 8 inches Check to make sure frames are stacked, and that cross braces are of such length as will automatically keep the scaffold plumb, level, and square. Scaffolds must be plumb, level, and squared. d.Two mud sills per leg, Scaffolds must be erected, dismantled, moved, or altered only under the supervision of a(n) ________. Prior to occupation scaffold erectors must notify the competent person that the scaffold has been erected and is ready to be inspected. The use of shore scaffolds and lean-to-scaffolds is strictly prohibited. 8. When horizontal lifelines are used, make sure they are being secured to two or more structural members of the scaffold. \text { Featured } Ensure hook-on or attachable ladders are installed as soon as scaffold erection has progressed to the point that permits safe installation and use. A qualified person must design all scaffolding in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.451 "General Requirements for Scaffolds" and 29 CFR 1926.452 "Additional Requirements Applicable to Specific Types of Scaffolds". endstream endobj 15 0 obj <> endobj 17 0 obj <> endobj 22 0 obj <>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/Type/Page>> endobj 1 0 obj <>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/Type/Page>> endobj 5 0 obj <>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/Type/Page>> endobj 8 0 obj <>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/Type/Page>> endobj 11 0 obj <>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/Type/Page>> endobj 54 0 obj <>stream All equipment shall be inspected to ensure that it is in good condition and is serviceable. a.Steel-toed boots tools, scrap material, chemicals, snow, ice, etc.) Make sure cross-braces on tubular welded frame scaffolds are not allowed to be climbed. Employers must ensure that: Before erecting a scaffold, the first step is to: that apply to the following statement and then click DONE. The footing of scaffolding must be sound and rigid, capable of supporting the weight. Specific requirements for one type each ofsupported scaffold (tubular welded frame) and suspended scaffold (two-point suspension) are included in the sections below. A ladder or other safe means of access must be provided. Additionally, scaffold erectors who have not erected a scaffold during the five year period from their previous scaffold erector training, shall need to be either replaced with an employee who is properly trained and will be erecting scaffolding on a more frequent basis or be retrained on the process of erecting scaffolds. b.One continuous mudsill under both legs Its important to make sure all bracing on a scaffold has been properly constructed to make sure the scaffold does not collapse. Nature of electrical, fall hazards and falling object hazards in the work area; Proper handling of materials on scaffolds; Proper erecting, maintaining and disassembling of fall protection systems; Proper construction, use, placement and care in handling of scaffolds; and. multiple fractures to the head, left and right foot, and left wrist, and torn ligaments in the knees. c.10 \text { Students-back } \\ b.12, 16 A scaffold erectors responsibilities include (but are not limited to): A scaffold user is defined as any employee who utilizes an elevated temporary work platform (scaffold) to perform work. 3. Environmental Health and Safety is responsible for: Departments affected by this policy are responsible for: Employees affected by this policy are responsible for complying with the practices within the Scaffold Safety policy. The competent person shall be trained in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and responsible for: Qualified persons shall be responsible for: No University employee shall design scaffolding. Ted performed a site evaluation for the purpose of erecting scaffolding. 12. Select the correct answer and then click DONE. Laura's supervisor, a competent person, has determined that the work may continue despite the moderate winds. Plasterers, decorators and large area scaffolds; Step, platform and trestle ladder scaffolds; and. Counterweights used for suspended scaffolds shall be made of materials that cannot be easily dislocated. a.16 inches The regulatory text also is found in 29 CFR 1926, Subpart L, which is available from the Government Printing Office at (202) 512-1800; (202) 512-2250 fax - Order No. b.18 inches Make sure no ramp or walkway inclines more than 1:3 (1 vertical to 3 horizontal, or 20 degrees above the horizontal). Should he use those planks? Personal fall arrest systems can be used on scaffolding when there are no guardrail systems. Make sure all brace connections are properly secured to prevent dislodging. Scaffold Training Institute or similar vendor). The means of access must be determined before erection of the scaffold and employees are never allowed to climb on cross braces for either vertical or horizontal movement. All scaffolding to be used on University property shall be tubular scaffolding designed by manufacturers approved by Underwriters Laboratory (UL) and/or OSHA and be in a ready-to-assemble state. Hot asphalt paving (summer) - This type of asphalt (top coat) is soft when placed and then compacted with rollers. OSHA has standards that apply specifically to the steps that must be taken to assure a stable scaffold base. \text { Advertised } -Make sure it was erected properly -Check that no structural alterations were made -Replace any missing ties or braces Scaffolding is widely used during construction and renovation activities. Scaffolding in this Guide means the individual components, for example tubes, couplers foundations are set on base plates, mud sills, and other adequate firm foundations. (b) Googles? Environmental Health and Safety 2012-10-05T11:53:02-04:00 Make sure no gaps greater than 1 inch are permitted between adjacent planks or deck units, or between the platform and the uprights. If it can be demonstrated that a wider space is necessary, check to make sure the gap is as small as possible and does not exceed 9 1/2 inches. Ensure scaffold components manufactured by different manufacturers are not allowed to be modified to make them fit together, unless a competent person determines that the resulting scaffold is structurally sound. . Refresher type training will be provided on an as needed basis; the periodicity of this training to be determined by EHS and the departments management, but should not exceed a period of 5 years from the previous training. A competent person must make the feasibility determination based on site conditions and the type of scaffold being erected or dismantled. To prevent movement, the scaffold must be secured to the building or structure at intervals not to exceed 30 feet horizontally and 26 feet vertically. Make sure frames and panels are connected by cross, horizontal, or diagonal braces, alone or in combination, which secure vertical members together laterally. The competent person would need to know the individual scaffold base plate loading and if each one is below the maximum allowable deck loading. a.5 feet has not been allowed to accumulate on the platform. 4. A qualified person must design all scaffolding in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.451 General Requirements for Scaffolds and 29 CFR 1926.452 Additional Requirements Applicable to Specific Types of Scaffolds. What should be Jayden's next step? Sills shall be level and in full contact with the supporting surface. 1926.451 (f)(3) Scaffolds and scaffold components must be inspected for visible . b.20 feet Ensure each employer working at any level over dangerous equipment while on a scaffold is protected from falling into the equipment. Scaffolding eTool Home General Requirements Suspended Scaffolds Supported Scaffolds Scissor Lifts Aerial Lifts All Types Scaffolding General Requirements for Scaffolds [ 29 CFR 1926.451] Capacity What are the capacity requirements for all scaffolds? d.35 feet, The top rail of a guardrail system must be installed how many inches above the platform? EHS staff Competent person, or qualified person). Access must be provided when the scaffold platforms are more than 2 feet (0.6 m) above or below a point of access. a. answers again. d. 8 feet, Except to remove such material, employees must not work on scaffolds covered in: 10. Materials being hoisted onto a scaffold must Note: Platforms may be coated periodically with wood preservatives, fire retardants, and slip-resistant finishes, provided they do not obscure the top or bottom wood surfaces. Princeton, NJ 08540ehs@princeton.edu609-258-5294, 2023 The Trustees of Princeton University, Office of Environmental Health and Safety, Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment, Laboratory Access and Training Recommendations, Laboratory Equipment and Engineering Controls, SHIELD - Safety, Health, Inspection and Equipment Logistics Database, Administration of Biological and Chemical Hazards to Animals, Medical Clearance and Safety Training For Animal Researchers, Recombinant and Synthetic Nucleic Acid Molecules, Shipping and Receiving Biological Material, X-Ray Machines & Other Radiation-Producing Equipment, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Construction, Specific Requirements of Welded Frame and Suspended Scaffolds. Examining the scaffold tag (which should be affixed near the access point) to verify that a competent person has deemed the scaffold safe for use. Scaffold planks shall extend over their end support at least six (6) inches but no more than twelve (12) inches. Employees shall be trained to demonstrate competency in the following areas: 5235 South Harper Court He fell 16 feet to the ground, sustaining facial fractures and other injuries. The most frequent fall-from-elevation accident is a fall off ladders. Uplift is the separation of a frame from the frame below it. 2. The team has been unable to work on the project due to heavy rain over the last two days. A competent person is an employee who is capable of identifying existing or predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has the authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate these hazards. Tiebacks must be secured to a structurally sound anchorage on the building or structure. This includes (but is not limited to): mudsills, screw jacks, frames, braces, planks, access ladders, brackets, etc. Any damaged or weakened component of a scaffold must be repaired or replaced immediately. b.1 inch c.40 - 48 inches The scaffold must be capable of supporting its own weight and at least how many times the maximum intended load applied to it? Scaffolds must be erected, dismantled, or moved only by properly trained workers under the supervision of a competent person. No University employee shall design any scaffolding. 4.Ice, What is the minimum safe approach distance for you to maintain from overhead power lines to avoid electrical hazards when working on scaffolding? Standard guardrails (e.g., handrail and midrail) and toeboards must be provided for all open sides of the scaffolding that are ten (10) feet or more above the surrounding surfaces. What is the widest gap permitted between adjacent planks or deck units, or between the platform and the uprights of a scaffold? Scaffolding must not be placed on unstable objects, such as bricks or blocks. Single-point adjustable suspension scaffolds. Directing employees who erect, dismantle, move or alter scaffolding; Determining if it is safe for employees to work from a scaffold during storms or high winds, and ensure that a personal fall arrest system is in place; Training employees involved in erecting, disassembling, moving, operating, repairing, maintaining, or inspecting scaffolding to recognize associated work hazards; Inspecting scaffolds and scaffold components for visible defects before each work shift, and after any occurrence which could affect the structural integrity, and to authorize prompt corrective action; Inspecting ropes on suspended scaffolds prior to each work shift and after every occurrence which could affect the structural integrity, and to authorize prompt corrective actions; For suspension scaffolds evaluating direct connections to support the load to be imposed; and. d.24 inches, On high scaffolds, all planks should be secured by being tied down with: The competent person / trainer shall be verified to be of sufficient knowledge, skill set, and experience to provide said training. the forklift is not moved horizontally while the platform is occupied. d. Four feet. The number one scaffold hazard is worker falls. d.Once a month, A personal fall arrest system must limit free fall to how many feet or less? 3.String Reviewing this policy to ensure compliance with current regulations; Reporting any questionable conditions that are discovered to the responsible department; Ensuring all affected employees are trained in accordance with this policy. Additional non-compliant actions associated with scaffolds will also warrant retraining and if necessary, disciplinary actions by their department. Key comparative information for Samsung, Apple, and Google follows. 32 - 36 inches Then this must be inspected when conditions change, such as sunny conditions, warming temperatures, etc. Wood decking - This may lend itself for use as a foundation. All planking or platforms must be overlapped a minimum of twelve (12) inches and secured from movement. Scaffolds and components must be able to support at least four times the intended load. safety@uchicago.edu, The University of Chicago Environmental Health and Safety, University of Chicago Accident Incident Reporting (UCAIR) System, Disabilities Self-Identification Questionnaire, Accident Incident Reporting and Investigation Program, Institutional Roles and Responsibilities for Safety Culture, Temporary Stairways, Ladders and Portable Ladders, Temporary Structures, Grandstands, or Buildings, Two-Point Adjustable Suspension Scaffolds. Separation of frames can occur in high winds (uplift), or when workers climb endframes, overload the platform, The poles, legs, or uprights of scaffolds must be plumb, and securely and rigidly braced to prevent swaying and displacement. Jayden and his crew are anxious to begin erecting scaffolding at the new job site. Special consideration is required when scaffolding is to be erected on fill, soft or frozen ground. a.15 feet uuid:F4AC72E838E6DC1181DF85762784E02C The following table provides the clearance distances between scaffolds and power lines, or any other conductive material, while being erected, used, dismantled, altered or moved. Final inspection of the scaffold prior to initial occupation for use. Poor foundation: Scaffold end frames, which have no base plate, are erected on top of scrap wood and unstable cement blocks. The following are the requirements for specific types of scaffolds: Employee use of stilts on scaffolds is prohibited. Stairs must be at least 18 inches wide and have a landing platform at least 18 inches long at each level. Sand, gravel, masonry units, rolls of roofing felt, and other such materials shall not be used as counterweights. Baker, Perry, Bil-Jax) whenever frames are stacked more than one section high. 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