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Unknown Contractors and Owners - Pre-Project Due DiligenceIt happens all the time; you have the low bid on a project with a contractor or owner with whom you have never done business. Maybe you haven’t even heard of them before. You call around and try to find out any information you can from other contractors with no luck. Do you take a leap of faith and sign the contract? After all, you need the work. Before you bind yourself to a business partner you don’t know, there are a few quick and simp …

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 …

Stair Towers vs. Scaffold Ladder - Which to Use? When it comes to accessing scaffolding platforms, contractors increasingly favor stair towers over traditional ladders. But which is the better choice for your project? Both stair towers and scaffold ladders have unique advantages depending on the job’s specific needs. Here’s a breakdown of their benefits to help you decide. Advantages of Stair TowersEnhanced SafetyStair towers significantly improve safety. According to the Bureau of Labor Stati …

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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 …