Guide to erect the diy package-ringlock scaffolding

In this guide, we will take you through the step by step instructions to erect both the mobile tower and double bay configurations. It also includes important safety information.

The topics include:

1.safety and site preparation

2. preventing falls from height

3. what is included in your DIY package

4. Erecting the 3*5m high mobile tower

5. Erecting the 6*2m hight double bay

Before you start

before you erect your scaffolding, it is very important that you take time to read and understand:

this guide and

legal requirements

this scaffolding package can be erected by a competent person up to a maximum height of 5m.(highest component)

Any scaffolding above 5 m must be erected by a certified scaffolder, notification must be given to work safe at least 24 hours before work begins.

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we can also provide an experienced scaffolding consultant.

Safety and site preparation

check your site

follow the guidelines below to check your site is ready.

check for any site hazards such as powerlines, high winds or bad weather.

isolate your work area using diversion barriers, for example, use road cones or sectional tape to alert people to stay clear from the work area. purchase protection barriers from metal outlets.

signage in place is recommended.

assess the condition of the ground you will be using, it should have sufficient load bearing capacity for the scaffolding load plus pepople movement, weather and equipment

soleboards should be used to distribute the load of the scaffold and to protect surfaces. the minimum size for solebards are 500*200*50 thick. the softer the ground and heavier the load, the bigger the soleboard that will be required.

Make sure your scaffolding is erected on private land. It should not be erected on fottpaths or in public places. if you need to do this you will need a permit from the council.

Prepare safely

follow the guidelines below to make sure you are prepared

check you have all the components and extra tools you need.

check each component and make sure it is free of defects or damage.

read and understand the assembly instructions.

ask a second person to help you assemble the scaffolding. assembly can be done solo but we recommend a second person to assist.

allow enough time, it can take up to 2 hours for first tiem assembly, reducing to 1 hour once you are familiar with the setup.

if a safety haness is required please ensure that you have one and have taken the correct coursers in how to safely use a safety haness as welll as correct procedures in falll restraints, fall prevention, and fall recovery.

keep yourself safe

follow the guidelines below to keep yourself safe

do not erect scaffolding if you are feeling unsteady or under the influence of alchol or drugs.

make sure there are no loose components, all wedges must be completely knocked in and couplers fully tightened, failure can result in injury or death.

always wear personal protective equipment gear including hard hat, high vis apparel and safty boots.

Check your work,ensure your scaffolding is safe before using.

lock any castor wheels before use.

Be aware that scaffolding is slippery when wet.

Be aware of powerlines when erecting and dismantling.

Do not use an external ladder to access the top deck level after set up or climb above 4m in height, always use the intenal access ladder.

Ringlock scaffolding must be erected, shifted and dismantled under supervision of a qualified competent person.

Qualified competent staff should analyse load carrying members during scaffold design and erection to ensure the members can support the intended load.

Information relating to load bearing capacity and weight.

Wedges that are not fully tightened will not support design loads.

Post frame spacing and base board size can be determined only after calculating the total loads on the scaffold and its weight and the condition of the support surface.

A qualified competent person must analyse any building or structures used to support the scaffold to ensure it can adequately support the intended load.

Stationary scaffolds more than 30 metres high must be desined by a professional engineer.

Inspect all decks prior to erection, especially for structural damage, dformation, rot, rust or other determination.

Only use ringlock components when erecting ringlock scaffolds.

Couplers must be tightened to a minumum tarque reading as per instructions.

Look after yourself and your staff.

Undego a risk assesment prior to erection of the scaffolding to determine if a fall prevention method is needed to be put in place.

Ensure one of the follow precautions are taken, fall prevention or fall arrest through the use of a safety harness, or a temporary lift is assembled with safety rails in place before erecting the level above.

If a safety harness is to be used ensure that the operator has been properly trained in the use of the safety harness and that the site supervisor tha adequate fall recovery methods in place.

The following areas can be used as attachment points, standards at 1 m above scaffolding level or on any rossette inside any finished scaffolding level, on any ledger at a maximum 2m above a scaffolding level and no less than 1m or on any ledger inside a completed scaffolding level.

Fall prevention is always the best method for safety, in the event taht fall arrest must be used please ensure that there is adequate clearance from the anchor point to the fully extended length of the lanyard so that the operator does not strike the ground in the event of a fall. where this is not possible due to low level height then the selection of a fall arrest system shall be made to minimise the risk of a possible injury to the operator.

What is included in your DIY package

overview

your diy package includes all the components to create either a

3.5m high mobile tower

6*2m hith double bay

it does not include the components to set up both a the same time

it does not include kickboards which are purchased seperatly

It does not include a 3.5m ladder which can be purchased speratly

It does not include all the components needed for best practive these are sold separately.

components

the followin components are included in your DIY scaffolding package

check to make sure they are all present and in good condition before you begin assembly

8*3m ledgers plus 2or best practice

10*0.73m ledgers plus 2 for best practice

4U transoms plus 2 for best practice

4U transom padlocks

4*.6m base jacks

2*3m diagonals

1*.73m diagonals

2*3m planks u +2 for best practice

2 double couplers

4 swivel couplers

2 putlog couplers

2*5.8m length of tube

(cut to 2*4m and 2*1.8m lenghts.