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Hot Weather Tips for Construction: Surviving Summer (and Purgatory) the Southwest Scaffolding Way
At Southwest Scaffolding, we serve regions all across the U.S., but let’s get one thing straight—we're based in Texas. And if you're not from here, you might think you know heat. But until you've worked on a jobsite in a hardhat-scorching, shirt-sticking, tool-handle-melting Texas July, let us assure you: you don't know heat like Texas knows heat.
Let’s clear something up about Texas seasons. Sure, we have them—technically. Spring lasts about a week. Summer shows up in Ma
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Apr 24th 2025
Five (5) OSHA Rules for Scaffolding
When It comes to OSHA, following the rules is imperative. Not only is the safety of your crew at stake , but OSHA can levy heavy fines on your company if you do not follow the regulations set out by them. We are highlighting five of the regulations that must be followed in this post.1. Platform ConstructionYour platform is your first line of safety. Falls often happen on platforms that are not properly assembled. How you place your boards can be the difference in your employees going home
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May 10th 2023