A scaffold’s contribution is essential to conduct the work at high-level working areas. A scaffold is a temporary platform in the building construction for supporting workers, supplying materials, tools, etc. It’s a legal requirement to provide a safe working environment to each laborer.

The materials timber, tabular steel, and tabular aluminum alloy make scaffolds. Timber and GI pipes are broadly used for the erection of scaffolding.

The faults that arise in the scaffolding erection are the main factors that cause accidents.

The following things were checked before using the scaffold.

• All stands are correctly aligned and properly supported at their base to be strong enough
  to carry all the loads placed on them.
• No undue deflections in ledgers.
• All member of the structure is fitted properly.
• All braces and ties are effective in stabilizing the structure.
•  All couplers are properly tightened.
• All boards are properly supported and do not bend or move in any direction.
•  All guard rails and toe boards are in place.
• It should be checked before the work starts, to ensure they are in good condition.