Procedure For Scaffolding

BNSPL/TP/AP/HSE/HYCO/0818/SCF/01/REV01
Bilfinger Neo Structo Pvt Ltd
PROJECT : HYCO KOCHI

PROJECT No : 0818
CLIENT : PRODAIR AIRPRODUCTS INDIA PVT LTD
ENGINEER : TECHNIP INDIA LTD
CONTRACTOR : Bilfinger Neo Structo Pvt Ltd
PROCEDURE FOR SCAFFOLD ERECTION, USE & DISMANTLING

PROCEDURE NO: BNSPL/TP/AP/HSE/HYCO/0818/SCF/01/REV01
Short Description:-
This document defines the procedure and requirement for the safe working on scaffold.
00 03 DEC 15 For Approval JAYANTH SAJEER
DESCRIPTION PREPARED APPROVED CHECKED APPROVED

REV DATE
BNSPL BNSPL Consultant/Client Consultant/ Client
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CONTENTS
1 Purpose 3
2 Scope 3
3 Reference 3
4 Responsibility 3
5 Types of Scaffold 4
6 Training 5
7 Procedure 5
8 Tube & coupler scaffold Erection, Use & Dismantling 6
9 Fall Protection 18
10 Scaffold tagging System. 19
11 Using of scaffolds 20
12 Dismantling of scaffold. 20
13 Rescue 21
1.0 Purpose
Purpose of this procedure is to establish guidelines for the protection of our employees who worked on
incomplete permanent platform or scaffold work surface. This procedure is applicable to all jobs carried
out above 1.8 meters from the ground level, where incomplete permanent platform or a platform is not
provided and where scaffolding shall have to be done.
2.0 Scope
Scaffolding has a variety of applications. It is used in new construction, alteration, routine maintenance,
renovation, painting, repairing, and removal activities. Scaffolding offers a safer and more comfortable
work arrangement compared to leaning over edges, stretching overhead, and working from ladders.
Scaffolding provides employees safe access to work locations, level and stable working platforms, and
temporary storage for tools and materials for performing immediate tasks.
3.0 Reference
This safety policy and procedure is established in accordance with Technip Site HSE Plan and BNSPL site
HSE plan. In addition that considered Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry (29
CFR 1910.28) and Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Construction Industry (29 CFR
1926.451).
4.0 Responsibility
It is the responsibility of each manager/unit head, supervisor, and employee to ensure implementation of
Bilfinger’s safety policy and procedure on Scaffolds. It is also the responsibility of each Bilfinger’s
employee to report immediately any unsafe act or condition to his or her supervisor.
4.1 Construction Manager
Implementation of this procedure shall be the responsibility of the RCM. He will ensure adequate
funds are available and budgeted for the purchase of scaffolds in their areas. They will also
identify the employees affected by this safety policy and procedure. He is also responsible for
ensuring that Supervisors and Foremen are aware of and understands the contents of this
procedure and that ALL employees prior to work on scaffold. RCM will obtain and coordinate the
required training for the affected employees. He will also ensure compliance with this safety policy
and procedure through their auditing process
4.2 Supervisor / Engineer
Supervisors will not allow any employee who has not received the required training to perform any
of the tasks or activities related to scaffold erection and/or dismantling. Supervisors will
communicate appropriate needs to managers/unit heads and/HSE department. Supervisors will
ensure that employees are provided with PPE as necessary for their job. Supervisors shall not be
allowed to perform work on red tag/incomplete scaffold expect trained scaffolders. He will ensure
that a competent person is in charge of scaffold erection according to the manufacturer's
specifications.
4.3 Competent Person
The competent person will oversee the scaffold selection, erection, use, movement, alteration,
dismantling, maintenance, and inspection. The competent person will be knowledgeable about
proper selection, care, and use of the fall protection equipment. Additionally, the competent person
shall assess hazards. He will be the authorized person for tagging the scaffold.
4.4 HSE department
HSE department will provide prompt assistance to managers/unit heads, supervisors, or others as
necessary on any matter concerning this safety policy and procedure. Safety department will
assist in developing or securing required training. Safety officers will provide consultative and audit
assistance to ensure effective implementation of this safety policy and procedure.
4.5 Employees
Employees shall comply with all applicable guidelines contained in this safety policy and
procedure. Employees will report damaged scaffolds, accessories, and missing or lost
components. Employees will assist with inspections as requested.
5.0 Types of Scaffold
There are many different types of scaffolds used in India the three major categories are,
a) Self-supporting scaffolds
b) Suspension scaffolds
c) Special use scaffolds
Self-supporting scaffolds are one or more working platforms supported from below by outriggers,
brackets, poles, legs, uprights, posts, frames, or similar supports. The types of self-supporting scaffolds
include:
 Fabricated Frame
 Tube and Coupler
 Mobile
 Pole
**Note: In Self- supporting scaffolds, tube & coupler type scaffold shall be used for this project. This
procedure mostly considered for these type scaffold only.
Suspension scaffolds are one or more working platforms suspended by ropes or other means from an
overhead structure. The types of suspension scaffolds include:
 Single-Point Adjustable (Boatswain’s Chairs)
 Two-Point Adjustable (Swing Stage)
 Multiple-Point Adjustable
 Multi-Lend
 Category
 Float (Ship)
 Interior Hung
 Needle Beam
Special use scaffolds and assemblies are capable of supporting their own weight and at least 4 times
the maximum intended load. The types of special use scaffolds include:
 Form and Carpenter Bracket
 Roof Bracket
 Outrigger
 Pump Jack
 Ladder Jack
 Window Jack
 Horse
 Crawling Boards
 Step, Platforms, and Trestle Ladder
6.0 Training
Affected employees will receive instruction on the particular types of scaffolds which they are to use.
Training should focus on proper erection, handling, use, inspection, and care of the scaffolds. Training
must also include the installation of fall protection, guardrails, and the proper use and care of fall arrest
equipment.
This training should be done upon initial job assignment. Retraining shall be done when job conditions
change. Periodic refresher training shall be done at the discretion of the supervisor.
Company designated “competent person(s)” will receive additional training regarding the selection of
scaffolds, recognition of site conditions, recognition of scaffold hazards, protection of exposed personnel
and public, repair and replacement options, and requirements of standards.
The performers who are working on the scaffold should be completed working at training and he should
aware of the tagging system in scaffold.
7.0 Procedure
Safe scaffold erection and use is important in minimizing and controlling the hazards associated with their
use. Scaffold work practices and rules should be based on:
 Sound design
 Selecting the right scaffold for the job
 Assigning personnel
 Fall protection
 Guidelines for proper erection
 Guidelines for use
 Guidelines for alteration and dismantling
 Inspections
 Maintenance and storage
8.0 Tube & coupler scaffold Erection, Use & Dismantling.
Fig-1
A tube and coupler scaffold has a platform(s) supported by tubing, and is erected with coupling devices
connecting uprights, braces, bearers, and runners (see Fig. 1). Due to their strength, these scaffolds are
frequently used where heavy loads need to be carried, or where multiple platforms must reach several
stories high. Structurally Tube & Clamp Scaffold is easy to erect and dismantle. With only three basic
components, tube & Clamp is adaptable to any scaffold situation- high or low, inside or outside, round or
straight, standard or irregular shapes. (See Fig-1)
8.1 Tube & coupler scaffold basic elements
Right angle coupler (R/A), 90 degree coupler or double coupler: The most commonly used load-
bearing coupler. Used to connect tubes at right angles. They come in many different designs that have
their own preferred use in connecting standards to ledgers. Made of cast, forged or pressed steel.
Permissible load (slip along a tube): 6.2kN (630kg) (See Fig-2)
Swivel coupler: Coupler used to connect two tubes together at any angle. Made of cast, forged or
pressed steel. Permissible load (slip along a tube): 6.2kN (630kg). Not classified as a load bearing coupler
due to the center pin. (See Fig-3)
Sleeve or external joiner: Coupler used to connect two tubes end to end. Each side of the joiner must be
individually tightened. The joiner must have an internal partition or stopper to center the fitting. (See Fig-4)
Fig-2 Fig-3 Fig-4
Tubes: These are the most basic scaffolding components. Table 8 sets out the dimensions and
properties of scaffold tubes from relevant standards.
Planks: Scaffolding platforms, erected to support workers and/or material are often made of planks.
Base plates on mud sills: will prevent the scaffold from settling into the ground. The purpose of the mud
sill under the scaffold base plate is to uniformly distribute the scaffold load over a larger area than that
distributed by the base plate alone, thereby reducing the loading on the ground beneath the base plates.
The scaffold baseplates and mudsills increase the area where the downward forces of the scaffold are
transmitted. The scaffold load is transferred from the uprights to the base plates and then to the mud sills
or other adequate foundation from the scaffold legs, which must show minimal or negligible settlement
under a full scaffold loading to be adequate.
Bay length: The horizontal distance between standards running parallel to the work face or in the
longitudinal plane of the scaffold. Maximum bay length permitted for non-proprietary scaffolds is 2.4m.
(See Fig-5)
Bay width: The horizontal distance between standards running perpendicular to the work face or on the
transverse plane of the scaffold. Maximum bay width permitted for nonproprietary scaffolds is 1.575m.
(See Fig-5)
Scaffold Lifts: The vertical distance between structural ledgers or work platforms.
For clearance purposes a base lift should have a maximum height of 3.0m to the first work platform or
structural ledger. Working lifts are generally 1.8m to 2.1m apart. It is recommended that a base lift (or
kicker lift) should be used within 1.0m of the supporting structure.
A dummy lift is a level of structural ledgers that does not have a work platform. For instance if a scaffold
has working platforms at 2.1m and 6.1m, the 4.1m lift between them is not planked and is called a dummy
lift. The Top Working Platform (TWP) is also known as the Top Lift. (See Fig-5)
Standards, Ledgers & Transoms: A standard is a long pipe or tube that connects the mass of the
scaffold directly to the ground, and it runs the length of the scaffolding. The base of each standard is
connected to a base plate, which helps distribute the weight each standard bears. In between each
standard, running horizontally is a ledger, which adds further support and weight distribution. Transoms,
placed on top of ledgers at a right angle, come in several different forms. Main transoms provide support
for standards by holding them in position as well as supporting boards. Intermediate transoms are placed
alongside main transoms to lend additional board support. (See Fig-1 & 5)
Fig - 5
8.2 Erection of Tube & Coupler scaffold
When erecting a scaffold is:

 Job site must be inspected to determine ground conditions, strength, of supporting procedure,
proximity of electric power lines, overhead obstructions, wind conditions, and the needed for
overhead or weather protection. These conditions must be evaluated and adequately addressed.
 Post spacing and sill size can only be determined after the total loads to be imposed on the
scaffold and the weight of the scaffold have been calculated.
 All equipment must be inspected to see that it is in good condition and is serviceable. Bamaged or
deteriorated components must not be used.
 Scaffold plank must be inspected to see that it is graded as scaffold plank, is sound and in good
condition, and is free from, cracks, oil, and grease.
 Use footings that are level, sound, rigid and capable of supporting the load without settlement or
displacement.
 Plumb and brace poles, legs, posts, frames, and uprights to prevent swaying and displacement.
 Position the first level of bracing as close to the base as possible.

 Plumb and level the scaffold as it is being erected.
 Fasten all couplers and/or connections securely before assembling the next level.
 Install guys, ties, and braces according to the recommendations.
 Do not intermix scaffold components from different manufacturers, unless you can do so while
maintaining the scaffold’s structural integrity.
 When platform units are abutted together to create a long platform, each abutted end must rest on
a separate support surface.
 Once erected, provide toe boards on all railed sides to prevent falling object hazards.
8.2.1 Staggering of Standards & Ledgers
Staggering of Standards: On a tube and fitting scaffold, standards must be staggered if the top working
platform is higher than the longest length of tube
To stagger standards means to erect standards so that only one standard in a pair finishes in any one
vertical lift. Ideally use one short standard on the inside with one long standard on the outside, then
alternate that on the next set of standards - one long standard on the inside with one short standard on
the outside (see figure 6).
Try to keep the standard joins as close as practical above the deck level. This will greatly assist the
topping off or hemming of the next standard. Each set of standards should have a putlog within 300mm of
the standards.
Staggering of Ledgers: On a tube and fitting scaffold, stagger the ledgers so that, for example, one
inside ledger finishes in a bay and the next ledger finishes in another bay (see figure 6).
Try to keep all ledger joins within 300mm of the standards. Guardrails should be staggered in the same
way as standards and ledgers.
Fig-6
8.2.2 Bracing
All scaffold structures should be braced in at least two directions or planes. All bracing should commence
as close as practicable to the ground and intersect with the scaffold node points if possible.
Longitudinal bracing or face bracing
Longitudinal bracing or face bracing is usually fixed to the outside of the scaffold to prevent the horizontal
movement of the scaffold, also termed "sway brace".
Figures 7 show different configurations of longitudinal bracing that runs parallel to the work face.
Longitudinal bracing can be attached to putlogs or transoms using double or R/A couplers. This is the
most widely used method, but on a standard 2.4m long bay x 2.0m high lift the angle of the longitudinal
brace is less than 45 degrees to the horizontal. Therefore, alternatively, longitudinal bracing can be
attached to the standards directly by using swivel couplers allowing the longitudinal brace to be positioned
as close as practicable to 45 degrees (> 40 degrees and < 50 degrees).
Longitudinal bracing should be placed as close as practicable to the base of the scaffold - run the
longitudinal brace to the ground if possible. This will add to the stability of the scaffold and reduce any
horizontal movement below the longitudinal brace. Generally longitudinal bracing, either dogleg or
parallel, is connected from standard to standard in one scaffold bay.
For tube and fitting scaffolds longitudinal bracing should be spaced a maximum of every sixth set of
standards (maximum spacing 14.4m) and run to the top working platform where possible. For proprietary
scaffolds longitudinal bracing should follow the manufacturer's specifications.
Fig 7
Plan bracing
Plan bracing is used to stabilize a scaffold in the horizontal plane. Attaching braces across standards as in
figure 8 and using double couplers (R/A couplers) follows the same principle as transverse and
longitudinal bracing.
On such scaffolds as a tall circular vessel exterior scaffold (chimney scaffold), plan bracing can be used to
prevent the rotation of the scaffold when only butt ties can be used against the vessel. Further, when tie
spacing cannot be adhered to plan bracing can be used to reduce the number of ties required.
Fig-8
Dog Leg bracing
This is the most commonly used form of transverse bracing. When it is impractical to fit ties at vertical
spacing, dogleg bracings should be used. Temporary ties may be required to ensure the stability of the
scaffold during erection and dismantling. When using dogleg bracing ensure ties are capable of carrying
the substantial loads required of them.(See Fig-9)
Parallel bracing
When transverse bracing is established diagonally between inner and outer standards on multiple levels it
forms a parallel brace, as seen in figure 10.
Ideally get the transverse brace at the base of the scaffold as close as possible to the ground. The
stability of the base of the scaffold will be greatly improved if the brace can be either:
 Butted to the base of the wall you are scaffolding; or
 Forced into the surface you are scaffolding from.
It is acceptable on light duty scaffold to connect the lower section of the brace to the standard by using a
short butt tube off the standard with double couplers. Then connect the brace with a double coupler as
close as practicable to the standard in the event of having no swivels.
Fig-9 Fig-10
8.2.3 Working Platforms
Working platforms need to be wide enough to accommodate workers, materials and plant - a minimum of
675mm wide (deck width) for non-proprietary scaffolds, but maintaining a clear unobstructed access of not
less than 450mm wide for all scaffolds. For example, if material or plant 500mm wide is intended to be
stacked on the working platform, the working platform (deck width) would have to be a minimum of
950mm wide. This will allow a minimum clear unobstructed access of not less than 450mm.
Proximity to the work face
Planks or decking forming the surface of a work or access platform should be as close as practicable to
the work face. The maximum permissible gap between the working platform and the work face is 300mm.
As a rough guide, then, a scaffold standard with 48.3mm outside diameter should not exceed 250mm
from the work face to the standard. If the scaffold is required to be more than 300mm from the working
platform, inside guardrails or an alternative means of edge protection is required (see figure 11).
The maximum gap permitted on a working or access platform itself is 50mm.
Fig-11
Inside Planks
On a planked light duty tube and fitting scaffold it is acceptable to have one or two inside planks
cantilevered onto an extended putlog tube or transom. Generally on a butt planked scaffold the putlogs
are connected to the ledgers with single (putlog) couplers. Do not use double flap or butterfly single
couplers on any cantilevered tube unless it is supported by a brace preventing uplift. If you are required to
erect three or more inside planks on a butt plank scaffold the cantilevered tube needs to be supported by
a brace. Under sling an additional ledger under the cantilevered putlog tubes or transoms with double
couplers (R/A couplers) then attach the brace to the lower ledger as shown in figure 12. Planks must be
secured to prevent displacement.
Erecting platform planks
A platform on a scaffold is to support workers and/or materials and plant. A platform can be made from a
variety of materials such as: standard timber scaffold planks, prefabricated ply decks, aluminium grill
decks, aluminum space or span decks, steel decks or planks.
For nonproprietary scaffolds, the platform must be a minimum of:
Light duty: 675mm wide
Medium duty: 675mm wide
Heavy duty: 675mm wide
All scaffolds must maintain a clear and unobstructed access of not less than 450mm.
Planks or decking forming a platform should be of uniform thickness, slip resistant, pitched at an angle not
exceeding 7 degrees to the horizontal (slope 1 to 8) and secured to prevent displacement in normal use
and positioned to avoid significant gaps and trip hazards. Planks should be butted not lapped except at
returns, curved faces or unusual profiles. Lapped planks other than returns, curved faces or unusual
profiles, should be fitted with wedge cleats to reduce the risk of tripping. End overhang of planks must be
80mm minimum to 220mm maximum (see figure 12).
The securing of planks or decking against displacement is achieved by attaching them/it to the scaffold
structure (putlog, transom, ledger, or rung etc). This can be done using:
 Lashing or similar.
 Wire.
 Steel or plastic strapping.
 Scaffold fittings.
 Spring loaded hook arrangements etc.
This significantly reduces gaps in working platforms and prevents planks lifting due to trap ends and wind
uplift etc. Toe boards running across a working platform can also be used to secure the platform to
prevent vertical uplift.
Ideally securing planks and decking will also prevent the unauthorized removal or movement of decking
by the end user of the scaffold and at least automatically show if a plank or decking forming a platform
has been moved between inspections.
Fig-12
8.2.4 Guard rails & Mid rails

Guardrails, including mid rails, must be provided on the exposed sides and end of all working platforms regardless of
height. The height of the mid rail should be equidistant between the top guardrail and the working platform or
alternatively equidistant between the top of the toe board and the top of the guardrail.
For nonproprietary scaffolds, the height of the top guardrail must be no less than 0.9m and no more than
1.1m from the platform.
When secured to the standard or upright member, each guardrail must be capable of independently
sustaining at any point a 700N (71kg) vertical force or a 450N (46kg) horizontal force without failure,
undue deflection, or permanent reset of the position of the guardrail.
Guardrails for H-Frame scaffolds should have the intersection of the cross braces at approximately 1.0m
above the working platform.
The mid rail should then be placed at approximately 0.5m above the working platform. Mid rails may be
excluded on lifts that do not include working platforms.
8.2.5 Toe Boards or Kick boards
A toe board or equivalent protection must be fitted to the outside and end of every platform. The toe board
must protrude a minimum of 150mm above the working platform to prevent dislodgement of materials and
tools.
Toe board should be secured to standards with wire, single couplers or specialized toe board fittings.
Ideally toe boards should extend no less than 150mm above the intended tools or materials stacked on
the working platform e.g. if materials are stacked 350mm high on a working platform, toe boards should
be a minimum of 500mm high.
Scaffolds erected in high pedestrian areas should use both toe boards and screening.
8.2.6 Gaining and securing external ladder access

It is acceptable to secure a ladder to the outside of a scaffold from ground level to the 1st and 2nd lift
(5.1m maximum working platform). This is usually achieved by extending a putlog to which the top of the
ladder is then secured.
In terms of securing access from an external ladder, there are two options both involving the installation in
the scaffold of an inward opening self-closing gate or barrier. A prefabricated self-closing gate may be
installed at the lift height to allow and protect access. This is the preferred method of access for external
ladders up to the second lift. Alternatively gaining access to working platforms from a ladder on the
outside of the scaffold can be achieved by a short length of tube (approximately 1.2m) with swivel
couplers to form a gate arrangement. You lift the gate to gain access to the working platform and put it
back in place to maintain the guardrail to prevent falling from the working platform.
Prefabricated ladder gate arrangement

Figure 13 shows an external ladder used up to the second lift of a scaffold (5.1m maximum height) with a
prefabricated self-closing gate installed at the lift height to allow access. This is the preferred method of
access for external ladders up to the second lift.
Swivel fitting ladder gate arrangement
Figure 14 shows an external ladder used up to the second lift of a scaffold (5.1m maximum height) with
the top guardrail attached with a swivel fitting that can be raised to access the working platform and
lowered to protect the working platform. This gate must also be self-closing.
Ladder hatch arrangement
Figure 15 shows a ladder protruding through a working platform with a hatch arrangement to ensure that
no void is left in a working platform. It may be necessary to support the outside of the hatch if the hatch
does not have an outside plank to support it. A single coupler can be attached to the outside ledger to
accomplish this. The hinge arrangements can be standard hinges or heavy duty carpet or similar. It is
recommended that the hatch be lapped a minimum of 32mm onto the adjacent planks.
Tortured Path
Above the second lift of a scaffold all ladders must be erected within the framework of the scaffold or in a
dedicated ladder access bay. The opening to the work platform can be protected by the ladder hatch
arrangement as shown in figure 41. For a dedicated ladder access bay creating a barrier that a person
must walk around to access the ladder opening is called a tortured path. This can easily be erected using
tube and fittings or proprietary components. The objective is to prevent a person stepping back from a
platform into the ladder opening (see figure 16).
Fig-13 Fig-14
Fig-15 Fig-16
9.0 Fall Protection
This means that at any point of 1.8 meter above from the ground level employees are exposed to heights
equal to or greater than these, they must have some sort of protection, whether it be fall arrest systems,
railings, or some other means. Fall protection systems should be required while working on Tube &
coupler type scaffolds.
9.1 Guard rails, Mid rails & Toe Boards
Guard rail system: Guardrail systems and their use shall comply with the following provisions:
Top edge height of top rails, or equivalent guardrail system members, shall be 42 inches (1.1 m) plus or
minus 3 inches (8 cm) above the walking/working level. When conditions warrant, the height of the top
edge may exceed the 45-inch height, provided the guardrail system meets all other criteria of this
paragraph.
Mid rails, screens, mesh, intermediate vertical members, or equivalent intermediate structural members
shall be installed between the top edge of the guardrail system and the walking/working surface when
there is no wall or parapet wall at least 21 inches (53 cm) high.
Mid rails, when used, shall be installed at a height midway between the top edge of the guardrail system
and the walking/working level.
Other structural members (such as additional mid rails and architectural panels) shall be installed such
that there are no openings in the guardrail system that are more than 19 inches (.5 m) wide.
Guardrail systems shall be capable of withstanding, without failure, a force of at least 200 pounds (890 N)
applied within 2 inches (5.1 cm) of the top edge, in any outward or downward direction, at any point along
the top edge.
Guardrail systems shall be so surfaced as to prevent injury to an employee from punctures or lacerations,
and to prevent snagging of clothing.
The ends of all top rails and mid rails shall not overhang the terminal posts, except where such overhang
does not constitute a projection hazard.
Guardrail systems used on ramps and runways shall be erected along each unprotected side or edge.
Manila, plastic or synthetic rope being used for top rails or mid rails shall be inspected as frequently as
necessary to ensure that it continues to meet the strength requirements
9.2 Personal fall arrest systems.
Sometimes fall prevention systems (guard rail system) can't be used. In these cases, need to provide
personal fall arrest system. These systems often consist of lanyards, harnesses and anchorage devices
that may not prevent the fall, but reduce the chance of injury or death if the employee does fall.
10.0 Scaffold tagging System.
Scaffold inspection tags are a vital part in creating a safe work environment those who work on scaffolds.
The most effective means of communication between the scaffold builder and the scaffold user is a
scaffold tag. In this project developed an appropriate tagging system:
 Inspection and tagging of the scaffold is to be performed by a competent person.
 A unique scaffold identification tag number must be clearly identified on all tags for tracking
purposes.
 Green Tags will be hung on scaffolds that have been inspected and are safe for use.
 Yellow “CAUTION” tags are used whenever the scaffold has been modified to meet work
requirements, and as a result could present a fall hazard to the user, this tag also informs the
user of personal fall arrest system that may be needed.
 Red “DANGER - DO NOT USE” tags will used during erection or dismantling when the scaffold
is left unattended and replace all green and yellow tags in the event a scaffold has been
deemed unfit for use.
Green Tag Scaffold
These tags consider that the scaffold is safe for use. The competent person will inspect the scaffold and
he ensures that all hazards are mitigated and appropriate fall prevention system is available.
**Note:
While employees are performing at any point of 1.8 meter above the ground level erection, dismantling
and modification of scaffolds if fall prevention system is available, the personal fall arrest system must be
used.
In addition that any kind of activities those employees can be required to extend work area by leaning out
over the guard railing, that persons should be use personal fall arrest system.
Supervisor should be considered these activities location and informed to his employees during the TI.
Supervisor should be inspecting the scaffold before each work shift.
The competent person should be inspecting these scaffolds every week and the status of inspection shall
be recorded.
Yellow Tag Scaffold
These tags are used whenever the scaffold has been modified to meet work requirements, and as a result
could present a fall hazard to the user. Personal fall arrest system should be used while working on these
type scaffolds. 100% tie off is compulsory.
The competent person should be inspecting these scaffolds every week and the status of inspection shall
be recorded.
Supervisor should be inspecting the scaffold before each work shift.
Red Tag Scaffold
These tags will use during erection or dismantling when the scaffold is left unattended and replace all
green and yellow tags in the event a scaffold has been deemed unfit for use.
Only trained and authorized persons should be allowed to work on these tag scaffolds.
11.0 Using of scaffolds.
 Before use the scaffold a competent person must be inspect the scaffold assembly to be sure it
has not been altered, is assembled correctly.
 Use only proper accesses don’t climb bracings, guard rails, or vertical posts. Don’t climb any
scaffold components unless it is specifically designed for that purpose.
 Climb safely; maintain 3 point contact while climbing.
 Face the rungs as climb up or down.
 Do not try to carry materials while climb.
 Do not work on slippery platforms.
 Do not overload platforms with materials.
 Does not working at heights by standing on planked guard rails, boxes, or other materials on
scaffold platform.
 Do not loosen, detach, or remove any component of scaffold assembly expect under the close
supervision of competent person.
 Stand only with in the platform area. Do not try to extend work area by leaning out over the guard
railing.
12.0 Dismantling of scaffold.
 Prior to removal or loosing of any component, consider the effect of removal of the component, or
loosing of a joint, will have on the strength, of the remaining assembly.
 Check to see if scaffold has been altered in any way which would make it unsafe. If so, reconstruct
where necessary before beginning the dismantling process.
 Use only proper accesses don’t climb bracings, guard rails, or vertical posts. Don’t climb any
scaffold components unless it is specifically designed for that purpose.
 Do not remove ties until scaffold above has been removed.
 Visually inspected each plank to be sure it is supported on both ends, and is safe to stand on.
 Do not accumulate remove components on the scaffold .
 Lower components in a safe manner as soon as dismantled. Do not throw scaffold components off
scaffold.
 Stockpile dismantled, dismantled equipment, in an orderly manner.
 Remove component immediately after loosing the clamps.
13.0 Rescue
The rescue of the person from height as per the approved project ERP procedure

Procedure For Scaffolding

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BNSPL/TP/AP/HSE/HYCO/0818/SCF/01/REV01

Bilfinger Neo Structo Pvt Ltd

PROJECT : HYCO KOCHI

PROCEDURE FOR SCAFFOLD ERECTION, USE & DISMANTLING

00 03 DEC 15 For Approval JAYANTH SAJEER

DESCRIPTION PREPARED APPROVED CHECKED APPROVED

8 Tube & coupler scaffold Erection, Use & Dismantling 6

10 Scaffold tagging System. 19

4.1 Construction Manager

4.2 Supervisor / Engineer

4.3 Competent Person

4.4 HSE department

5.0 Types of Scaffold

8.0 Tube & coupler scaffold Erection, Use & Dismantling.

8.1 Tube & coupler scaffold basic elements

Fig-2 Fig-3 Fig-4

8.2 Erection of Tube & Coupler scaffold

When erecting a scaffold is:

 Position the first level of bracing as close to the base as possible.

8.2.1 Staggering of Standards & Ledgers

Longitudinal bracing or face bracing

 Butted to the base of the wall you are scaffolding; or

 Forced into the surface you are scaffolding from.

8.2.3 Working Platforms

The maximum gap permitted on a working or access platform itself is 50mm.

Erecting platform planks

For nonproprietary scaffolds, the platform must be a minimum of:

Light duty: 675mm wide

Medium duty: 675mm wide

Heavy duty: 675mm wide

8.2.4 Guard rails & Mid rails

8.2.5 Toe Boards or Kick boards

8.2.6 Gaining and securing external ladder access

Prefabricated ladder gate arrangement

Swivel fitting ladder gate arrangement

Ladder hatch arrangement

9.0 Fall Protection

9.1 Guard rails, Mid rails & Toe Boards

9.2 Personal fall arrest systems.

 Inspection and tagging of the scaffold is to be performed by a competent person.

Green Tag Scaffold

Supervisor should be inspecting the scaffold before each work shift.

Supervisor should be inspecting the scaffold before each work shift.

Red Tag Scaffold

11.0 Using of scaffolds.

 Climb safely; maintain 3 point contact while climbing.

 Face the rungs as climb up or down.

 Do not try to carry materials while climb.

 Do not work on slippery platforms.

 Do not overload platforms with materials.

12.0 Dismantling of scaffold.

 Do not remove ties until scaffold above has been removed.

 Do not accumulate remove components on the scaffold .

 Stockpile dismantled, dismantled equipment, in an orderly manner.

 Remove component immediately after loosing the clamps.

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