March 2, 2015

Mapua Institute of Technology

School of AR ID BE
ASSIGNMENT # 4 SAFETY ISSUE

Ablaza, Raisa Kathleen B.

AR185/ T

Ar. Ramon Padilla Bizares

Scaffolding is made as a temporary structure to be used by workers during the construction of a new
building or the repair of existing buildings. It allows workers to reach various heights that are out of reach from
ground or wouldnt be able to reach normally and as long as scaffoldings are built and used correctly it is a better
alternative to using other equipment like ladders. As what could be seen in the figure, scaffoldings are not only
threat to the construction workers themselves but also to the members of the public if scaffoldings are not
properly erected. Public could be at risk from injuries caused by scaffoldings like items falling from it, other
construction tools and building equipment. People are at risk for injury because of broken, collapsed, slippery,
loose and unstable scaffolding Injuries caused by accidents that involves scaffolding can vary from cuts by
unprotected sharp metal edges and improper connections to broken bones and worst is some fatalities.
With the spate of scaffolding accidents and injuries, some measures should be put to place to ensure the
safety of constructions workers and the public. The project manager should direct a firm set of instructions on
using various equipment in the construction place and emphasize that all building equipment should only be
used by workers who are trained to do it. Employers also must ensure that all equipment used in the job and in
the scaffolding is fit for the purpose and that all equipment is in good working condition before use and properly
maintained and when not in use. These are to protect and ensure that workers are provided with appropriate
and sufficient protection from any injuries while doing the job.