As we are all well aware, the “Coronavirus”, or “Covid-19” is effecting every part of our lives, including work places. Social distancing is one way that we can do our bit and help flatten the curve. Below is the Governments advice for practicing Social Distancing in the workplace. If you can, work from home. If […]
Scaffolding can pose many risks if assembled incorrectly. It is crucial to conduct regular and thorough inspections when the scaffold is assembled, and throughout the entire time it is being used. The inspection must be conducted by an individual who is certified through an official scaffold training center. Scaffolding inspection usually takes into account the […]
Confined space access is a specialized form of access work and requires an experienced and competent crew to deal with the unique safety requirements involved in installing and working within a restricted area. In addition an experienced crew will understand the importance of creating and testing a rescue plan in a confined space. According to […]
The encouragement and guidance on health related topics from construction managers can go a long way in ensuring the health and safety of employees. These messages could see accident rates go down, workers feel safer, work more efficiently and project delays avoided. What are the dangers we are referring too? There are the obvious dangers […]
Australia is known for its beautiful weather and hot summers. As much as we all love this, we are well aware of the effects that working outside on a hot day can have on performance and safety. In this blog we would like to go over some tips to help reduce the risk of heat […]
Scaffold work is classified as dangerous and hazardous work according to Safe Work Australia. This is why it is important to have the right skills and capabilities to work with them safely. With this in mind, below are some helpful tips to consider when working with scaffold. Be aware of your surroundings – inspect the […]
There are many different types of scaffold options available such as mobile scaffold, static scaffold, and more, which can be utilised for the construction purpose. However, among all of the options, mobile scaffold has some unique features, Mobile scaffolding is a type of scaffolding that serves a similar purpose as any other form of scaffolding, […]
As we know, there are many possible hazards when working on a construction site. In particular when erecting scaffold. The main dangers to be aware of are power lines, underground cables, moving machinery and tripping hazards. TOP 5 HAZARDS ON THE CONSTRUCTION SITE: OVERHEAD LINES It is imperative for scaffold teams to be very […]
The biggest advantage Aluminium scaffold has over steel is its weight. This makes a great deal of difference in the efficiency of erecting and dismantling the scaffold, as well as transporting the components. What are the benefits of lighter scaffold? Lower transport costs Less labour required – resulting in less man power and lower cost […]
Okay, okay, I know what you’re thinking. But don’t knock it till you read it. Scaffold is some pretty interesting stuff! Although it seems pretty simple, in reality scaffold is far more complex! Scaffold is a product of what we call “Precision Engineering”. However, we aren’t going to bore you with those details, instead we […]
We’ll keep you safe. Scaffolding is used to support tradesmen in building and repairing structures, most commonly when working at heights. As we know, working at heights comes with its risks, so it is essential that the design, erection and dismantle is done correctly and by qualified persons. There are numerous components we consider when […]
Tackling a home handyman job is a great idea. You can get the satisfaction of completing a job yourself and save a lot of money. But ensuring you have safe access when working at heights is really important. All different types of scaffolding can be used around the house and getting the right access for […]
We can help provide the equipment you need for removal and replacement of flammable building cladding (ACP panels)
Swinging Stage Scaffolding is an ideal solution for Glass and Balustrade Replacement. Swinging Stages are time efficient and versatile.
Aluminium Access Systems Overhead Protection is designed to provide effective protection from construction material debris and other falling objects.