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Scaffolds
Scaffolds, common on many worksites, present a number of risks to workers, including working near overhead power lines and the scaffold collapsing or overturning.
For information on reducing the risks associated with scaffolds, see the resources below.
Resources
Worker seriously injured in fall from job-built scaffold
Date of incident: May 2021
Notice of incident number: 2021188280014
Employers: Residential framing company (2; one subcontracted by the...
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Some Ideas Are Ridiculously Dangerous: Scaffold Safety
Before working at heights, assess the hazards, choose the right tool for the job, and follow safe work procedures.
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