SCAFFTAG

SYSTEM
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 What is the scafftag system?

 Why to implement it?

 How does it work?

 Conclusion
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 What is the scafftag system?

The system uses a white plastic holder into which coloured cards can be
inserted.

The hole in the top can be threaded on to a scaffold tubular when the
scaffold is being erected, and cannot be removed without disconnecting
the tubular.

Scafftag holders should be installed at all access points to a scaffold.

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 Why to implement it?
When there are many scaffolds in use, it can be difficult to monitor the
status of each one.

There is a requirement for a system which indicates whether a scaffold is

safe to use, and carries a record of inspections which can be checked
easily.

The scafftag system meets this requirement.

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 How does it work?
Where there is nothing inserted in the holder, it indicates in red that the
scaffold is not to be used.

When a scaffold has been inspected and is safe for use, the inspector
signs and dates a yellow card.

The reverse of the yellow card is green and gives details of the scaffold’s
history i.e. when built, responsible department, suitability for light,
medium or heavy duty use.
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1 - RED tag:
erection & completion of scaffolding

2 - YELLOW tag:
inspection of scaffolding

3 - GREEN tag:
scaffolding accepted, “safe” for use
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 Responsibilities
Only a competent scaffolding inspector may remove or alter a scafftag
card. Cards must not be tampered with by unauthorised personnel.

Only scaffold with a green scafftag may be used and then only by
authorised personnel.
Users must check that a scaffold is safe before going on to it, and obey
notices, scafftag instructions, etc.

Personnel who identify any hazards or scaffold damage should report

them to their supervisor.
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 Conclusion

DO NOT USE SCAFFOLDS

WITHOUT A GREEN
SCAFFTAG