How to report unsafe scaffolding

Man on a scaffold

You can report any unsafe scaffolding to the HSE or the local authorities in your area. Discover the details you need when reporting an issue.

Tube and coupler scaffolding components

close up view of couple being used in scaffold

Tube and coupler components range from braces, tubes, couplers, to scaffolding boards among others. Here are the different components and how they’re erected.

How to scaffold a stairwell

stairwell scaffold tower

Scaffolding should be erected by a qualified professional to ensure that it s done safely. Here is how you can scaffold a stairwell.

Best scaffolding to use for stairs

stairwell scaffold tower

It’s crucial to consider the staircase design when choosing the best scaffolding option. Here are different types of scaffolding that you can consider depending on your project.

Which scaffolding holds more weight

Scaffold covered with blue debris netting

Ideal for bigger jobs that involve heavy lifting and materials, heavy-duty scaffolding has a greater weight capacity. Here’s what you need to know about scaffolding and their different weight capacities.

Scaffold Tag Requirements

Inspection tag

Scaffold tags indicate whether a scaffold is safe for use or not. Here are some of the scaffold tag requirements.

Loading Bay Scaffolding: Essential Tips and Tricks

scaffold on a roof with a loading bay

A scaffold loading bay is a platform that provides safe landing, storing and distributing of materials whose weight exceeds the designated safe working load. Here’s what you should consider when coming up with a design.

Is scaffolding VAT exempt on new build

Scaffolding hire is accounted for under normal VAT but the erecting and dismantling labour is VAT zero-rated. Here’s what you need to know about scaffolding VAT on a new build.

How long can scaffolding be left up

scaffolding for 3-storey house

Scaffolding can be left up indefinitely because there’s no law specifying the duration. However, it should be regularly inspected by a competent person.

4 Popular Scaffold design software

large commercial scaffolding structure

Getting a suitable scaffold design software is crucial for most projects. Here are different scaffold design software options that you can consider.