What is tower scaffold?
Table of Contents
- 1 What is tower scaffold?
- 2 What are the two types of tower scaffold?
- 3 What is tower height in scaffolding?
- 4 When would you use a tower scaffold?
- 5 Do I need a Licence to erect scaffolding?
- 6 How high can a free standing scaffold be?
- 7 How wide is tower scaffolding?
- 8 Do you have to be trained to use a scaffold tower?
What is tower scaffold?
A tower scaffold is an independent scaffold consisting of four vertical standards connected longitudinally and transversely or two frames in plan connected transversely to create a scaffold of one bay. It may also have an extra, short stabiliser bay or outriggers to increase stability.
What are the two types of tower scaffold?
Different Types of Scaffold Towers and Their Uses
- Staircase Tower. This type of scaffold tower is self-explanatory – it’s for use on staircases, indoor and outdoor.
- Cantilever Scaffold Tower.
- Advanced Guardrail Scaffold (AGR) Tower.
- One Man Tower.
- Standard Scaffold Tower.
- GRP Scaffold Tower.
What is the 3 to 1 rule in scaffolding?
The 3 to 1 rule. The total working height of a freestanding scaffolding tower should be three (3) times the distance of the narrowest side of the base (if this is a measurement of outriggers, they must be set symmetrically about the tower). Always check for overhead power lines before moving any scaffolds.
What is tower height in scaffolding?
In this Aluminum scaffolding tower, multi-level work can be performed. The maximum height maintained for the safety standard is 12 meters.
When would you use a tower scaffold?
A tower scaffold is one way to prevent a fall when working at height. The type of tower selected must be suitable for the work and erected and dismantled by people who have been trained and are competent to do so.
Do you need to wear a harness on a tower scaffold?
Both PASMA and the HSE specifically recommend that you do not use a safety harness and lanyard when working on mobile towers. If the guardrails have been correctly installed then the tower has collective fall protection so personal fall protection is not necessary.
Do I need a Licence to erect scaffolding?
If your builder or scaffolder needs to put up scaffolding within the boundary of your property there is no need for a licence. However, if any part of the scaffolding needs to go on the pavement or the road outside your property your builder or scaffolder must get a licence from your local council.
How high can a free standing scaffold be?
. . . a free standing scaffold shall be considered safe when the total height is equal to or less than four times the minimum or least base dimension….OSHA.
| Model (not using outriggers) | Total height* at which restraint is required |
|---|---|
| 6-foot (29 inches wide) | over 9.668 feet |
| 7-foot (40 inches wide) | over 13.332 feet |
What does a red flag on a scaffold mean?
Red – This color tag indicates the scaffold is unfit for use.
How wide is tower scaffolding?
Technical Details
| Platform Height | Single Width -2.2m to 10.4m Double Width – 2.4m to 12.4m |
|---|---|
| Platform Length | Single Width – 0.8m Wide x 1.8m Double Width 1.4m Wide x 1.8m |
Do you have to be trained to use a scaffold tower?
Towers should be erected by trained and competent people. There are a number of organisations that provide training for the safe erection and use of tower scaffolds.