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As 2025 comes to a close, it’s a great time to reflect on what we’ve learned in the world of scaffolding. This year has been full of challenges and opportunities, and Southwest Scaffolding wants to share a few key takeaways to help you stay safe and efficient on your projects in 2026. 1. Safety Remains the Top PriorityScaffolding continues to be one of OSHA’s top violations, and for good reason. Proper setup, inspections, and training save lives. Our team has seen firsthand how …

Scaffolding is one of those things that people often underestimate—until something goes wrong. On paper, it can look simple: pipes, planks, and labor. In reality, scaffolding is a highly specialized system that directly affects safety, liability, scheduling, and the overall success of a project. I’ve seen jobs where scaffolding was treated as an afterthought or handed off to the lowest bidder. I’ve also seen the fallout from that decision. Hiring a professional scaffolding comp …

When people think about project delays, they usually blame weather, material shortages, or labor issues. Scaffolding rarely gets mentioned, but it should. The way scaffolding is planned, installed, and managed can either keep a job moving smoothly or bring it to a grinding halt. From my side of the industry, I’ve seen firsthand how improper setup and poor coordination around scaffolding can derail schedules, frustrate crews, and cost real money. When scaffolding is done right, most people never …

Winter may slow construction down, but it doesn’t stop it, and when scaffolding is involved, cold-season hazards require a higher level of attention. Ice, snow, freezing temperatures, and strong winds can turn a standard setup into a serious safety risk. Whether you’re a contractor, site supervisor, or equipment manager, understanding how winter weather affects scaffolding safety is essential to keep your crew protected and your project moving forward. Below is an updated, winter-foc …

The recent fire in Hong Kong’s Tai Po district has shaken the global construction and safety community. As of Sunday, at least 146 people have been confirmed dead, 79 injured, and around 150 residents are still missing, with thousands displaced as seven high-rise apartment towers burned in one of the region’s deadliest urban fires. While investigations are still underway, early reports suggest that several renovation-related factors— including the choice of scaffolding, the mat …