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Scaffolding: Strong, Stable, and (Sometimes) Tricky At Southwest Scaffolding, we know scaffolding can make or break a jobsite. Set it up right, and you’ve got a safe, efficient platform that keeps your crew moving. Set it up wrong, and you’re inviting delays, safety issues, and expensive headaches. Let’s talk about the five most common scaffolding mistakes we see out there, and how you can easily avoid them. 1. Skipping the Site Inspection It’s tempting to unload, build, …

Stability is very important when working at height .Whether you're setting up scaffolding for masonry, painting, siding, or general construction, safety and efficiency are imperitive. That's where side brackets and outriggers come into play. In this blog, we'll break down what side brackets and outriggers are, how they're used, and how to make the most of them to keep your scaffold stable, safe, and job site compliant. What Are Side Brackets? Side brackets are extensions that attach to the sides …