GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Mobile access working towers may only be assembled and
dismantled by persons familiar with these instructions.
Do not use any scaffold tower which is damaged, which has
not been properly assembled, which is not firm and stable,
or which has any missing or damaged parts.
Do not assemble a scaffold tower on unstable ground or
objects such as loose bricks, boxes or blocks. Only a sound
rigid footing must be used. Ensure that the scaffold tower is
always level and the adjustable legs are engaged. Check
that you have taken all necessary precautions to prevent
the tower being moved, or rolling away. Always apply all
castor brakes or use base plates. Do not assemble or use a
scaffold tower near un-insulated, live or energised electrical
machinery or circuits, or near machinery in operation.
Outdoor scaffold towers should, wherever possible, be
secured to a building or other structure. It is good practice
to tie in all scaffold towers of any height, especially when
they are left unattended, or in exposed or windy conditions.
A scaffold tower must not be used in winds stronger than,
17 mph, Beaufort scale 4. Be cautious if assembling or using
the tower in open places, such as hangers or unclad
buildings. In such circumstances the wind forces can be
increased, as a result of the funnelling effect. Do not use
sheeted towers; never fit Tarpaulin, nets or other materials
that may act like a sail. Do not misuse or abuse the scaffold
tower with heavy objects, hammers etc. Do not throw
components in and out of vehicles or to the ground when
the tower is being dismantled. Such abuse may reduce the
structural integrity of the equipment and scaffold tower.
Ensure that the scaffold tower is within the maximum
platform height as stated, and that the appropriate
stabilizers are fitted.
Do not lean ladders against the tower, use the access
ladders fitted to the frames. Never climb the outside of a
tower. Never climb on horizontal or diagonal braces. Do not
gain access or descend from the working platform other
than by the trapdoor access system. Do not work from
ladders, they are a means of access and egress only.
Ensure that the equipment is kept clean, Check
frames and braces, adjustable legs and boards
for paint, grit, burrs etc. Remove any foreign
substance with a light wire brush; the inside
diameter of hooks should be kept clean, all
hooks should fit onto rungs and uprights
without the need of force, light oil can be used
on brace hooks to free the klickers. All frames
should have interlock clips to lock them
together. All platforms should be free of trip
and slip hazards and trapdoors should open
and close smoothly.
If in any doubt about the proper use and
maintenance of the scaffold tower equipment,
consult the manufacturer.
If you must move a tower, remove all materials and
personnel. When moving a scaffold tower, manual force
must always be applied pushing from the base. Normal
walking speed should not be exceeded during relocation.
The ground over which a tower is moved should be
capable of supporting the weight of the structure.
Should you require additional platform heights, add
further tower equipment. NEVER extend your adjustable
legs to achieve extra height, these are for levelling only.
NEVER use a ladder or other objects on the platform to
achieve additional height.
It is not permissible to attach and use hoisting facilities
on towers, unless specifically provided for by the
manufacturer.
It is not permissible to attach bridging sections between a
scaffold tower and a building. Refer to the tower
manufacturer.
Guardrails and toeboards must be fitted to the working
platforms or where materials are stored. Do not exceed
the safe working load of the platform or structure by
accumulating debris, material or tools on platforms as
these can be a significant additional load.
Never jump on to or off platforms.
If an overhead hazard exists, head protection should be
worn.
MAINTENANCE RULES