The Scaffold Safety Program

Introduction

When scaffolds are not erected or used properly, falls from elevation can occur. About 2.3 million construction workers frequently work on scaffolds. According to OSHA, protecting these workers from scaffold-related accidents would prevent an estimated 4,500 injuries and 50 fatalities each year.

It's very important everyone working around scaffolds is familiar with scaffold safety requirements. Employees who erect or work on scaffolds should be properly trained. To make sure that happens, develop an effective formal Scaffold Safety Program (SSP).

First, as a short review, let's cover some scaffold basics.

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