Specification

GSSIM Mini Scaffolding Assembly & Operating Instructions
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D. INSPECT ALL EQUIPMENT BEFORE USING. Never use any equipment which is damaged,
defective or deteriorated in any way.
E. INSPECT ERECTED SCAFFOLD FREQUENTLY and be sure that they are maintained in safe
condition, that scaffold connections have not become loose and that components have not been
improperly released or removed.
F. MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT IN GOOD REPAIR. Never use corroded or excessively rusted
equipment; the strength of such equipment is not known.
G. CONSULT YOUR SCAFFOLDING SUPPLIER WHEN IN DOUBT. NEVER TAKE CHANCES.
H. ALWAYS READ THESE SAFETY RULES in conjunction with the safety packet.
I. ALWAYS SUPPORT SCAFFOLDS FROM A SOUND, STABLE SURFACE and assure that it is
adequate to support the intended scaffold loads. Never support scaffolds on unstable, loose objects
which could tip, break or become dislodged.
J. LIFT AND LOWER COMPONENTS CAREFULLY AND SAFELY; use tag lines when appropriate
to the handling method. Never allow excessive quantities of components to be stockpiled on partially
complete scaffolds. Stock only sufficient components consistent with the progress of the work. Lower
dismantled components as soon as possible. Never drop components deliberately.
K. TIEING THE SCAFFOLD TO THE STRUCTURE IS OF GREAT IMPORTANCE to the stability
and safety of the scaffold. Assure that the structure to which the scaffold is tied or anchored is
capable of safely supporting all loads imposed by the scaffold.
L. FREE STANDING SCAFFOLDS other than wall scaffolds must be restrained from tipping by
guying or other means, recognizing that stability is essential to the safety of the scaffold.
M. NEVER USE LADDERS OR MAKESHIFT DEVICES on top of scaffold to increase the height.
Never place plank on or stand on guardrails and mid-rails.
N. POWER LINES NEAR SCAFFOLDS ARE DANGEROUS. Use extreme caution and consult the
power service company to have the lines de-energized, insulated or otherwise rendered safe.
Never allow any installation or use of scaffolds until this is done.
O. FOR ROLLING SCAFFOLDS, FOLLOW THESE ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES:
a. Never ride rolling scaffolds.
b. Remove all material and equipment from the scaffold before moving.
c. Lock caster brakes at all times the scaffold is not being moved.
d. Do not attempt to move rolling scaffolds without sufficient help and roll on level surfaces only.
Watch out for holes or floor obstructions and for overhead obstructions, including power lines,
energized craneways, and other hazards.
e. If the base dimensions cannot be increased, extreme care must be taken to secure the scaffold
from tipping; it must be guyed, or tied to a solid structure and maintained in a stabilized condition at
all times so that it cannot tip over while supporting persons, while being moved or while being erected
or dismantled.