How do scaffolding break?

There are many reasons why scaffolding of any type (frame, wedge-clamp, beam) can break:

• Overloading,
• Corrosion damage,
• Improper operation and transportation with violations of standards,
• Lack of periodic inspection.

Knowing the reasons why scaffolding can fail can help prevent accidents on the construction site.

Overloading

Excessive load on scaffolding due to the placement of a large number of workers, increased volume of building materials on platforms and lifting super-heavy equipment and tools to tiers leads to a violation of the integrity of the scaffolding. Under no circumstances should scaffolding be overloaded. Follow the rules specified regarding the maximum load per square meter of scaffolding.

Corrosion

Atmospheric precipitation, such as snow, rain, high air humidity, can lead to metal corrosion. Rust is the destruction of steel assemblies. Protection against corrosion is the application of special coatings to the surface of steel parts and assemblies. Such a coating can be either galvanized or painted. Periodically, it is necessary to touch up the steel elements when there is no longer a coating on the surface. This way, you can prevent destruction from rust.

Improper operation and transportation with violations

Detailed instructions should be given regarding the safety of work on scaffolds. Workers should be trained:

• How to properly assemble scaffolds,
• How to safely climb and move around scaffolds,
• How to dismantle scaffolds.

After the work on the scaffolds is completed, the parts are transported to the storage location.

Transportation should exclude actions that can lead to breakage of the scaffolds:

• Impacts,
• Dragging,
• Falling from a height,
• Crushing with weights.

Neglect of safety rules leads to failure of the scaffolds.

Lack of inspection

Scaffolds must be inspected regularly. After their installation, a thorough inspection must be carried out:

• Soil under the scaffolds.
• elements for rust, 
• cleanliness and integrity of the decking.

By observing safety precautions, properly transporting and storing scaffolding, you can significantly extend its service life.

If you need scaffolding, you can buy it on the website of the manufacturer VIRASTAR. Steel scaffolding has quality certificates and a manufacturer's warranty.

We suggest you read the article "Lack of labor during scaffolding construction".