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804 Safe Scaffold Erection and Inspection
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Inspecting Multi-Level Suspended Scaffolds

A multi-level suspended scaffold is a two-point or multiple-point adjustable suspension scaffold with a series of platforms at various levels supported by common stirrups.

  • Make sure multi-level suspended scaffolds are equipped with additional independent support lines:
    • equal in number to the number of points supported
    • equal in strength to the suspension ropes
    • rigged to support the scaffold if the suspension ropes fail
  • Ensure support lines and suspension ropes are not anchored to the same points.
  • Check to make sure supports for platforms are attached directly to support stirrups—not to other platforms.

Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.

6-5. When using a multi-level suspended scaffold, ensure support lines and suspension ropes _____.