• What should you do when using a rolling scaffold?
• What should you not do when using a rolling scaffold?

What should you do when using a rolling scaffold?

• Assemble the rolling scaffold according to manufacturer's instructions.
• Ensure that the surface on which the scaffold is moved is level and without holes or obstructions.
• Brace all rolling scaffolds horizontally and diagonally.
• Cleat or secure all planks.
• Prevent joints from separating.
• Secure access ladders.
• Make sure the platform has appropriate guardrails (hand, mid, toe).
• Ensure that each wheel or castor is equipped with brakes to prevent rolling and swivelling.
• Lock the caster brakes before climbing onto scaffold.
• Secure or remove all material, equipment and personnel from platform before moving it.
• Push towards the base when moving.
• Use the built-in access ladders to reach the platform.
• Refer to safety regulations for height stability requirements.

What should you not do when using a rolling scaffold?

• Do not stay on the scaffold when it is being moved. If a worker must remain on the scaffold, make sure the worker is secured to the building (not the scaffold) with appropriate safety harness and lanyard.
• Do not try to move a rolling scaffold without enough help. Watch out for slopes, holes, debris, and overhead obstructions.
• Do not extend adjusting screws more than the manufacturer recommends.
• Do not allow the working platform height to exceed three times the base width, unless it is guyed and equipped with outriggers or otherwise stabilized.
• Do not use powered devices to move scaffolds.
• Do not lean access ladders against rolling scaffolds.
• Do not over-reach from the scaffold.
• Do not climb using the frame.

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Document last updated on October 1, 2012

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