Scaffolding Parts

What is Scaffolding ?

Basic Scaffolding Parts. When a building is erected, scaffolding is used to provide external structural support for both the building-in-progress and the people working on it. … Basic scaffolding Parts include three general components: standards, ledgers, and transoms.

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Which type of scaffolding parts are available?

Scaffolding, also called scaffold or staging, is a temporary structure used to support a work crew and materials to aid in the construction, maintenance and repair of buildings, bridges and all other man-made structures. … There are five main types of scaffolding used worldwide today.

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  1. Adapters
  2. 12″ Caster Wheel (With Brake)
  3. Gates, Ladders & Stairs
  4. Jacks
  5. Racks & Baskets

Main Hazards of Scaffolds

Falls from elevation. This is the most common scaffolding hazard. …

Bad planning. Another cause of scaffold-related incidents is unsecured planking. …

Getting struck by falling tools or debris. More often than not, scaffolding-related injuries involve being struck with falling debris. …

Electrocution.

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