SG4:22 โPreventing Falls in Scaffolding Operationsโ replaces the 2015 revision, and provides industry best practice when utilising tube and fitting, and system scaffolding. Its emphasis still remains on ensuring a โsafe zoneโ is maintained throughout the operation for scaffolders.
The key changes are:
โช it now includes system scaffolding as well as traditional tube and fitting
โช the removal of old technology.
โช it ties in to reflect the changes that TG20:21 brought in.
โช additional safety guidance on working on beams.
โช further hazards, risks and control measures when working on fragile roofs.
โช an improved Safe System of Work for temporary roofs and the prevention of falls.
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Carly Hughes is a Health & Safety Consultant at SHE Advises Ltd and one of our HSE People Champions.
