How Falls From Scaffolds Occur
Workers fall from scaffolds when components fail, planks break, handrails give way, and scaffold supports collapse.
Safety Memo - Three Point Contact.
However, most scaffold accidents can be traced to untrained or improperly trained workers.
- Use ladders or stairs to reach platforms that are more than 2 feet above or below the access point.
- Don't climb cross-braces to reach a scaffold platform.
- Don't use damaged scaffold components; repair or replace them immediately.
- Make sure a competent person inspects the components before each workshift.
- Don't modify components.
- Watch for slippery surfaces. Don't work on platforms covered with snow and ice.
- Stay off scaffolds during storms and strong winds unless a competent person determines that it's safe.
- Keep a safe distance from power lines and any other conductive source.
- Uninsulated electrical lines: 10 feet
- Insulated lines more than 300 volts: 10 feet
- Insulated lines less than 300 volts: 3 feet
Minimum clearance distances:
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4-5. What is the minimum clearance distance from an uninsulated power line while working on a scaffold?
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