Self-Check AS1576.7 Compliance
Across every construction project and site, safety should always be at the forefront of every decision made. Recent statistics from SafeWork Australia shed light on the alarming frequency of injuries and fatalities caused by falling objects on construction sites. Between 2019 and 2022, more than 70 lives were lost, highlighting the urgent need for robust safety measures (SafeWork Australia 2019; 2020; 2021; 2023). The construction industry witnessed a staggering 15,600 serious claims between 2021 and 2022 alone, emphasizing the critical importance of stringent safety protocols (SafeWork Australia 2021; 2023). Additionally, three scaffolding structures were destroyed within a 12-month period due to non-flame-retardant containment mesh catching fire and spreading rapidly (SafeWork NSW 2021). These distressing statistics underscore the imperative need for compliant scaffold containment products to prevent tragic incidents and protect the workforce.
AS1576.7 Australian Standards: A Crucial Framework for Safety
Amidst these disheartening statistics, AS1576.7 Australian Standards for the Safe Use of Encapsulation on Scaffolding stands out as a crucial framework for ensuring safety on construction sites. The standards provide guidelines for the use of containment mesh, emphasising the importance of flame-retardant materials and other safety features. Compliance with AS1576.7 is not just a national safety recommendation; it is a commitment to the well-being of workers and the public.
The Role of Work Health and Safety Managers:
Work Health and Safety (WHS) Managers play a pivotal role in fostering a safe working environment. Responsible for ensuring scaffold containment complies with state, territory, and national standards, including AS1576.7, across their sites, WHS Managers play a key role in preventing injuries and fatalities. Enforcing scaffold encapsulation compliance with safety standards goes beyond mere legal obligation; it represents a moral imperative to safeguard the well-being of those operating in the construction industry.
The Urgency for Optimal Safety:
The alarming surge in serious claims and incidents of scaffolding structure damage underscores the pressing need for stringent safety measures. Prioritising the deployment of scaffold encapsulation that adheres to all safety standards is imperative. Opting for the safest and most compliant containment mesh for scaffold encapsulation not only instills confidence but also guarantees optimal safety across construction sites.
Sourcing the Safest & Most Compliant Scaffold Containment
Choosing the safest and most compliant scaffold containment mesh is a proactive approach to ensuring site safety. It makes perfect sense to opt for containment solutions that comply with all state, territory, and national safety standards, including AS1576.7, as it only ensures a superior level of safety compared to those that fall short.
Spidermesh: The Safest & Most Compliant Scaffold Containment for Structural Applications
Spidermesh is a reusable and highly durable FlameX fire-retardant structural containment mesh that complies with all state, territory and national safety standards, including AS1576.7 requirements. This innovative and patented mesh features sealed edges along the top and bottom to prevent chain wire from tangling, allowing for greater maneuverability, reuse, and efficient installation.
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Scafclad: The Safest & Most Compliant Scaffold Containment for Non-Structural Applications
Engineered to withstand extreme weather conditions and suitable for projects involving lead paint or asbestos removal, Scafclad is a highly durable and FlameX fire-retardant scaffold encapsulation product that provides 100% sealed and secure containment. Ideal for non-structural applications, Scafclad complies with all state, territory, and national safety standards, including AS1576.7 requirements.
How Does Your Site Measure Up Against AS1576.7 Australian Standards for Safe Use of Scaffold Encapsulation?
We encourage WHS and Principal Contractors to assess scaffold containment compliance against AS1576.7 Australian Standards with our comprehensive Self-check Containment Audit. This audit summarises AS1576.7 requirements for scaffold containment and serves as a guideline for determining AS1576.7 compliance of encapsulation on your site.
Request a copy of our Self-check Containment Audit to ensure scaffold containment on your site measures up to the highest safety standards and promotes a secure working environment by clicking the link below.
For total safety reassurance and compliance confidence, ask us about our AS1576.7 certified products, Spidermesh and Scafclad, today. Contact our team on 1800 007 557 or email your enquiry to [email protected].