b'CODE OF SAFE PRACTICE GUIDELINESCODE OF SAFE PRACTICE GUIDELINE FOR SUPPORTED SCAFFOLDING EQUIPMENTDeveloped for industry by the Access Association of Canada (AAC)V 1.1 [EFFECTIVE MAY 2024] 10.It is dangerous to construct a scaffold close to power lines. Always consult the power company for specific It shall be the responsibility of all users to read and comply with theguidelines and conform to all applicable codes. following recommended guidelines, which are intended to promote safety in the erecting, dismantling, alteration and use of supportedII.SUPPORTED SCAFFOLD ASSEMBLY ANDscaffolding equipment. USEGUIDELINES A. Always construct scaffolds on prepared foundations.I.SAFE SCAFFOLD USEEnsure footings, sills or supports are capable of1. Prior to use, inspect scaffold to ensure it has not beensupporting double the anticipated maximum load altered and is in a safe working condition regardless ofwithout settlement. what the tag might state.B.Any part of a building or structure that is used to2.Erected scaffolds and platforms should be inspectedsupport the scaffold shall be capable of supporting the regularly by those using them prior to each work shift andmaximum intended applied load and must be verified by after any occurrences that may alter the scaffold from aa professional engineer.safe condition.C.Do not extend screw jacks (adjustable bases) beyond 3.Exercise caution when entering or exiting a work platform.manufacturer-recommended maximums. Always use adjustable bases with system scaffolds and other 4. Do not overload scaffold. Follow the manufacturers safecomponents that the manufacturer recommends working load recommendations and design.wherepossible. D. Level the base by starting at the highest point of ground 5.Do not jump onto platforms.level and ensure accuracy, as to not have to level the 6.Do not use ladders or makeshift devices to increase thescaffold after the base has been completed. working height of a scaffold. Do not plank guardrails toE.Sway or faade bracing should be installed on the increase the height of a scaffold. outside face of the scaffold to full height and can be either 7.Use proper access. in one single bay or extended across multiple bays. If single-bay bracing is selected, it must be in both end bays 8. In certain jurisdictions, unless a safety net or travelandlongitudinally.restraint system is being used, workers shall wear fallF.Install plan bracing (horizontal diagonal) on any arrest systems if the workers may fall more than a specified height. Refer to provincial/territorial requirements.scaffold towers that are not planked/decked or restrained intorsion. 9.Never mix scaffold frames and accessories that haveG. Ensure scaffolding has a lateral tie connection. Wherebeen manufactured by different companies, unless allpossible, use push/pull ties, ensuring that the tie tube is parts fit perfectly together and have been designed to theconnected to both standards (or both ledgers near the same capacity to ensure the integrity of the scaffold isstandard) with right-angle clamps. Tie tubes should be nevercompromised. installed on the same bay as the internal bracing. If it is 18THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE ACCESS ASSOCIATION OF CANADA'