SCAFFOLD

Any temporary elevated (High) platform (supported or suspended) and it

supporting structure (including points of anchorage), used for supporting
employees or materials or both.

HAZARD:

 Falling object / martial from scaffolding

 Fall from scaffolding
 Collapse scaffolding
 Electric Shock - Contact with Overhead Line through Scaffold

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Heavy Duty Scaffolding
Heavy Duty: Scaffolding constructed to carry a working load of 75 lb. /ft2

Such as for masonry work, with storage of materials on the platform.

Special Duty:
Scaffold designed and review by loss prevention division, constructed to
carry specific types of objects.
Mobile Scaffold

A rigid scaffold assembly supported by casters that can be manually

moved horizontally

Tower Scaffold A supported scaffold consisting of only four (4) posts

(standards) connected together longitudinally with runners (ledgers) and
bearers (transoms) at right angles to each other, forming a square or
rectangular tower. A tower scaffold may be constructed of tube and
coupler, fabricated tubular frame, or system scaffolding.

System Scaffold A scaffold consisting of posts (standards) with fixed

connection points that accept runners (ledgers), bearers (transoms), and
braces that can be interconnected at predetermined levels.

Guardrails
The guardrails will provide a physical barrier to prevent you from falling.

Screw jack: use to level the scaffolding.

BASE PLATE:

Base plates are used to spread the load at the base of each standard.

Tie
A device used between scaffold components and the building or
structure to enhance lateral stability.

Design and review Special scaffolds or scaffolds taller than

12.2m (40 ft) require scaffold plans and
review by the proponent and the Ares
loss prevention division.

Special scaffolds or scaffolds taller than

38m (125 ft) require additional review by
SA consulting services department and /
or an approved third party.
Erection Scaffolds shorter then 12.2m (40 ft) shall
be erected by a qualified scaffold erector.
Special scaffolds or scaffolds taller than
12.2m (40 ft) shell be erected by an
approved specialized scaffolding
contractor.
Field inspection and tagging Checklist for scaffolds shorter the 6m (20
ft) shall be filled and tags signed by
scaffold supervisor.
Checklist for special scaffolds and
scaffolds taller than 6m (20 ft) shall be
filled and tags signed by scaffold
supervisor and scaffold inspector.

Clearances between Scaffolds and Power Lines

Insulated Lines

Voltage Minimum Distance Alternatives

Less than 300 volts 1 meter (3 feet) 2 times the length of the line
insulator, but never
300 volts to 50 kV 3 meters (10 feet)
 less than 3 meters (10 feet).

More than 50 kV 3 meters (10 feet) plus

100 mm (4 inches)

for each 1 kV over 50 kV.

Un insulated Lines

Voltage Minimum Distance Alternatives

Less than 50 kV 3 meters (10 feet) 2 times the length of the line

More than 50 kV 3 meters (10 feet) insulator, but never less

plus 100 mm (4 inches) Than 3 meters (10 feet).

For each 1 kV over 50 kV.

Fall-arrest system
A personal fall-arrest system is generally required whenever an individual is at risk of falling
six (6) or more feet from an elevated position. A properly designed system should include
three components:

Full-body harness designed to distribute fall-arrest forces over thighs, pelvis, waist, chest
and shoulders; if a fall occurs, D-ring located in center of the back will hold worker in an
upright position until rescued.
Shock
absorber
 A lanyard, deceleration apparatus, lifeline
or a combination of these items with locking snap
hooks. Must have a minimum breaking strength of
5,000 Lbs.

1" x 6 ft. lanyard used to maintain 100% tie-off. Constructed of

polyester material with self-locking snap hooks at all ends. Shock
absorber tears to absorb energy and limit fall arrest forces to 900
DOUBLE lbs. or less.
LANYARD
Anchor point capable of supporting a minimum of 5,000 lbs. per
attached worker; will serve as a secure connection point for lifelines, lanyards.

 Lifeline or a connecting device of these items with locking snap hooks. Must have
a minimum breaking strength of 5,000 Lbs.

Inspection:
 User shall inspect arrest system prior to each use.
 Remove defective component from service.
 Fall arrest system components shall be protected against cuts or
abrasions.
  Monthly inspection and color coded.

Fall Protection IQ Test

Answer the following questions, then click Show Score to get your overall
score:
1. At what height are workers required to wear fall protection
according to the Federal OSHA Construction standard? 

 6 feet

 9 feet

 12 feet

 Bare feet
2. What are the three (3) components of a Personal Fall Arrest
System? 

 Anchor/Anchorage Connector, Body Wear (Harness) and

Connecting Device (Lanyard or Retractable)

 Body Wear (Harness), Hard Hat and Steel-Toed Boots

 Body Wear (Harness), Connecting Device (Lanyard or

Retractable) and Sturdy Ladder

 Hard Hat, Safety Glasses and Safety Training

3. A Fall Arrest Anchor Point must be capable of supporting how
many pounds per attached worker? 

 300 lbs.

 2,000 lbs.

 5,000 lbs.

 10,000 lbs.
4. After selecting a proper Anchor Point, you can ensure a
compatible anchorage connection by: 

 Joining multiple lanyards together to reach an anchorage point

 Loop a rope around the anchor point.

 Make sure the anchorage connection will cause a load to be

applied to the snap hook keeper gate or snap hook lock.

 Use an anchorage connector such as a cross arm strap, beam

anchor or a shock absorbing lanyard specifically-designed for tie-
back use to maintain a compatible connection with the anchor point.
5. When wearing a full body harness, the fall forces must be limited
to a maximum of: 

 900 lbs.

 1,000 lbs.
  1,200 lbs.

 1,800 lbs.
6. The use of body belts for fall protection during construction
activity was outlawed in 1998, however, the use of a body belt for
positioning is still acceptable? 

 True

 False
7. Who is responsible for inspecting all components of a Personal
Fall Arrest System? 

 Only a Competent Person

 Safety Director

 The person wearing the Personal Fall Arrest System

 The Manufacturer
8. A properly adjusted full body harness should: 

 Be loose and easy to take off

 Fit like a comfortable jacket

 Fit snug but allow for full range of movement

 Accommodate many users

9. When using a 6 ft. shock-absorbing lanyard as part of your Fall
Arrest System, how do you calculate the necessary fall
clearance? 

 Height of Worker + Length of Lanyard + Distance to next level

 Height of Worker + Length of lanyard + Shock Absorber

Deceleration/Free-Fall Distance + Three (3) ft. Safety Factor

 Height of Worker + Distance to next level + Three (3) ft. Safety

Factor

 Distance to next level minus the Height of Worker

10. After a fall, a shock-absorbing lanyard that has been deployed
must be: 

 Inspected before the next use

 Cut into small pieces

 Sent back to the manufacturer

 Taken out of service

11. According to ANSI Z359.13, an energy absorber on a 6 ft. lanyard
can deploy up to: 

 3 feet (36 inches)

 3.5 feet (42 inches)

 4 feet (48 inches)

 Unlimited
12. Lanyards used in a Personal Fall Protection System cannot be
shorter than 6 feet. 

 True

 False
13. A retractable lifeline is defined as: 

 Connecting Device

 Anchor Point

 Body Wear

 Shock-Absorbing Lanyard
14. What is the definition of Arresting Force? 

 Force exerted on the body while stopping a fall

 Force at the anchorage connection

 Impact on the body when fall protection is not used

 Secret unit of the U.S. military

15. What is the proper procedure, with regard to the fall protection
equipment, to follow after a fall has occurred. 

 Stay quiet and hope your supervisor doesn't find out

 Go back to work and act like nothing happened

 Do not re-use and take all of the equipment out of service

 Exchange the equipment but don't tell anyone