You can buy a scaffolding plank like the one at this link or you can build one using 10 or 12ft 2x4's as illustrated here.To make sweeping easier , the government standardized the design of the spiral. In these cases, use two ladders and a scaffolding plank to provide support. In larger stairwells it may be impossible to reach the midpoint of some walls using an extension ladder alone.
The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 state that their main responsibility is to make sure their project is suitably managed, ensuring the health and safety of anyone who might be affected by the work, including the general public. This includes property developers and companies managing domestic properties like landlords, rental agents or estate agents. Who is responsible for health and safety?For work done on your home NOT in connection with any business, the builder, scaffolder or contractor who is using the scaffolding is responsible for maintaining safety on site.But the rules are different for individuals, partnerships or companies that have construction work carried out as part of their business. It is up to them to obtain the licence, but it is your responsibility to check that they have the appropriate paperwork.If there is a risk to the public, you must schedule scaffolding work for quiet times or get a highway closure from your local council. However, if any part of the scaffolding needs to go on the pavement or the road outside your property your builder or scaffolder must get a licence from your local council. Your trader will know if this is necessary.If your builder or scaffolder needs to put up scaffolding within the boundary of your property there is no need for a licence.
When should scaffolding be checked for safety?By law the hirer or user of the scaffolding, must check it, to make sure it is safe:After alterations, damage or extreme weather conditionsScaffolders face a unique set of risks due to working at height. A qualified scaffolder will hold a valid Construction Industry Record Scheme (CISRS) Card – it is up to your trader to check that this person is competent before any work begins. This means they need to have the necessary skills, experience and knowledge to manage health and safety.
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