Scaffold Safety Flashcards
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What does a red scaffold tag indicate?
Answer: The scaffold is unsafe — do not use
A red scaffold tag means the scaffold is unsafe and must not be used by anyone until it has been repaired and re-inspected by a competent person.
What should a worker do upon noticing that a scaffold they need to use is damaged?
Answer: Report it to the supervisor immediately and do not use the scaffold
Damaged scaffolding must be reported immediately and must not be used under any circumstances, as it poses a serious risk of collapse and falls.
How frequently must a scaffold be formally inspected under Singapore WSH (Scaffolds) Regulations?
Answer: Every 7 days and after any event that may affect its stability
Singapore WSH (Scaffolds) Regulations require formal inspection by a competent person at least every 7 days and after any event such as storms or impacts that could compromise stability.
In scaffolding terminology, what is a 'standard'?
Answer: A vertical tube that carries the weight of the scaffold to the ground
Standards are the vertical poles or tubes that carry the combined load of the scaffold, workers, and materials down to the base plates and ground.
What is the function of putlogs or transoms in a scaffold structure?
Answer: To support the scaffold planks forming the working platform
Putlogs and transoms are horizontal members that span across the scaffold to directly support the planks or boards that form the working platform.
By whom must a permit-to-work for scaffold erection be issued in Singapore?
Answer: A competent person authorized by the site occupier
Singapore WSH regulations require that the permit-to-work for scaffold erection or dismantling be issued by a competent person who is authorized by the occupier of the workplace.
What must be done before beginning the dismantling of scaffolding on a construction site?
Answer: Remove all materials and clear the area directly below the scaffold
All materials must be removed from the scaffold and the ground area below must be cleared of workers and the public before dismantling begins to prevent injuries from falling components.