Scaffolding Systems

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A scaffold can be generally defined as a temporary structure  supporting a platform positioned at an elevation above the ground. Its  purpose to provide a safe working surface to support workers and their  necessary tools and material.

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. Wikipedia

Working in the construction trades is hard work and can be dangerous.  Employers can assists these trades that must work at heights by using professional scaffolding installations.  Providing safe and efficient work environments.   

Upper Limit Scaffolding uses Tube and Clamp to build its work systems. 

Tube and clamp scaffold (commonly called tube and coupler scaffold) is a versatile type of scaffolding consisting of steel tubes and clamps. Vertical tubes are connected to horizontal tubes via right  angle clamps. Diagonal tubes are periodically connected to the scaffold  via swivel clamps in order to stabilize the scaffold.

This type of scaffold is generally used where unlimited versatility is required. In many countries, it is common in construction.  Horizontal tubes (and thus walking-decks) can be placed at any height  along the vertical tube (as permitted by engineering constraints), and  vertical tubes, or legs, can be spaced at any distance apart, up to the  maximum distance allowed by engineering constraints.

ULS is in the business of erecting scaffolding creating safe work environments for employees to work safely and more efficient in elevated situations. 

Scaffolding should always be designed and built by Journeyman Scaffolders.  In Canada these professionals have the SIAC (Scaffolding Industry Association of Canada) accreditation.  http://www.siac-ontario.com/

All Upper Limits Scaffolding journeyman hold this certification and may years of  experience in construction and industry environments.

Q. Must I use a tag system on a scaffold? 

A. Although tag systems are a legal requirement, a safe practice require inspection of scaffolding from which a person might fall 2 metres or more and the issue of a report by a journeyman scaffolder, on completion and at least weekly thereafter.  

A risk assessment may find the need for more frequent inspection of scaffolding. Inspection may also be required after bad weather and always after any modification. 

Using a visible tag system to supplement inspection reports is a useful way of ensuring those who need to access the scaffold know that it has been inspected and is safe to use.

Q. What qualifications do I need to put up scaffolding?

A. Scaffolds should be designed, erected, altered and dismantled only by SIAC journeymen and the work should always be carried out under the direction of a competent supervisor. 

Q. How can I prevent falls while putting up scaffolding? 

A. You can prevent falls during the erection of scaffolding by using a guard rail system, where this is not practicable, workers should wear harnesses to arrest their fall.