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1.

Introduction
1.1 Purpose

This Specification describes PDO's requirements for:

Working at Height
Temporary Access Equipment (Scaffolding, Ladders, Powered Access etc)
Roped Access
Personal Fall Protection Equipment

1.2 Changes to the Specification

This version of SP1257 is a revision to reflect updates to the industry working at


height practices.
The fundamental aspects of scaffold in SP1257 have not changed.
The fundamentals of scaffold training have not changed.

The revised SP1257 now includes:


Rope Access

Some sections have been removed but are highlighted in other Company documents
Work Over Water
Lifting Operations (PR1708/PR1709)
Earthworks

1.3 Scope
This Specification applies to all activities involving scaffolding (onshore and offshore),
working at heights undertaken by PDO, and Contractor/Sub-Contractor personnel
authorised to work on behalf of PDO.

Although this Specification is focused on "Construction Contracts", it applies equally


to all similar activities, whether for maintenance, production operations or any other
purpose.

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