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Load Limits On Scaffold Boards
Load Limits on Scaffold Boards in Medium Duty Applications
OHSA designates three different categories for load bearing calculations on scaffold boards. They are:
Light Duty - 25 pounds per square foot.
Medium Duty - 50 pounds per square foot.
Heavy Duty - 75 pounds per square foot.How Load Limits Are Calculated for Scaffolding
These ratings are based on the intended load, which is calculated by dividing the total weight to be placed between two spans of scaffolding by the total a
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May 18th 2023
Wall Braces for Sale or Rent - B4 and B5 by Southwest Scaffolding
Wall Braces for Rent or SaleSizes B4 and B5Galvanized SteelHeavy DutyAvailable for Pick Up or DeliveryWe Will Meet or Beat Competitor's PricesGET A QUOTEWall Braces For Your Construction ProjectMany construction projects, in particular masonry projects, require wall braces. This is especially true when constructing big box stores, tilt wall buildings, large concrete forms, or constructing long masonry walls. These walls must be braced until they can be tied into structural elements of the buildi
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May 16th 2023
OSHA Competent Person and Scaffold Tag Requirements
OSHA Competent Person Requirements
When working on scaffolding, adhering to OSHA regulations is crucial for ensuring safety and compliance. Two key elements in meeting these requirements are having an OSHA competent person on-site and using scaffold tags for tracking inspections.What is an OSHA Competent Person?
An OSHA competent person is someone who knows the OSHA regulations regarding scaffolding and can insure that scaffolding is built safely and per regulations and who will check
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May 16th 2023
Scaffold Tags
Scaffold Tags for SaleMake safety a top priority and keep your scaffolding OSHA compliant with our scaffold tags. Use these scaffold tags show your scaffolding has been inspected by a competent person, keep a record of inspection and to keep other trades off your scaffolding when you are not on site or when the scaffolding is being constructed.Red Scaffold Tag HolderGreen Scaffold TagHow to Use Scaffolding TagsOur scaffold tags consist of a holder and a green insert. The holder attaches to the s
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May 16th 2023
How to Write a Proposal for Construction Projects
A well-thought-out and well-written proposal is critical to your company’s ability to get work and successfully complete the work at a profit. So here are the first steps you need to take to learn how to write a proposal letter.
You have to make sure your proposals have a professional look. That means your company name and the name and contact information for your salesperson can be easily identified and found.
The questions you need to ask BEFORE you can answer, "How to write a proposal l
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May 16th 2023