How to Use and Maintain Scaffolding Correctly?

Scaffolding is a temporary structure used to support people or material in the construction or renovation of buildings. We can see it in our daily life very often. There are various kinds of scaffoldings. Wooden and bamboo scaffoldings are the most original ones. Steel tube scaffolding is the most widely used one. Besides, with the development of technology, construction scaffolding manufacturer can also provide other scaffolding to meet the special needs of construction, for example, suspension scaffolding and movable scaffolding. In order to ensure safe construction, it is very necessary for operators to know how to use and maintain scaffolding.

When we set up or use the scaffolding, what should we pay much attention to? First of all, the scaffolding should be purchased from http://www.firstscaffold.com/ qualified scaffolding supply. Scaffolding made of steel tube mixed with wood is forbidden in construction, because sometimes, bad material of the scaffolding is the main factor leading to accidents. Secondly, scaffolding should be set up by professional operators. At both ends of scaffolding, strut or bridging should be set up every 6 to 7 uprights, and the angle between the strut and floor should be less than 60 degrees. If the scaffolding's height is higher than 7 meters, the horizontal or vertical struts should be fastened every 4 meters. If the wooden scaffolding is higher than 15 meters or steel tube scaffolding is higher than 30 meters, they should be set up based on specialized designs. Besides, the outside of the scaffolding should be set handrail about 1.05 meters high for safety, and the safety net is also indispensable. Furthermore, when laying the plank, ensure the planks are stable and tight. The length of plank should be longer than 20 cm.

After using, it is necessary to maintain the scaffolding well. Firstly, you should demolish the scaffolding correctly. The demolished order is from the top to bottom. The protective railing should be demolished firstly. Then, demolish the fasteners, platform and other components. Secondly, put the scaffolding back to warehouse and deposit the components of the scaffolding respectively when the construction is finished. If some components are easy to deform, you would better align them before storing. If some components are destroyed during construction, you need to repair them before storage. Thirdly, rust removal is indispensable. You should paint the components of the scaffolding once or twice every year. For some special components, you should make oil coat on their surfaces.

Although with the development of technology, the quality of scaffolding has been improved, accidents still often occur during construction because of the incorrect use and maintenance of scaffolding. So it is very necessary for the operators to master correct methods. I hope the above tips will be helpful.

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