Scaffolding components, steel pipe, tube, and coupler. Scaffolding in this guide means the individual components, for example tubes, couplers or frames and materials. All have centrelines for each axis, and are best used with the plugin pipealongpath which will create the scaffold poles around lines drawn between component fittings. The basic elements of scaffolding parts include three general components.
All tube and coupler scaffolds shall be constructed and erected to support 4 times the maximum intended loads as set forth in tables d, 14 and 15 within the osha 1910. Tubular scaffolding is also referred to as steel scaffolding, tube and clamp scaffolding, tube and fitting scaffolding, or tube and coupler scaffolding. Generally known as tube and coupler scaffold, the tube and clamp scaffold is inclusive of clamps and scaffold. Screw jacks, standards, ledgers, transoms, planks, handrails, mid rails. Proper storage and transporting of scaffolding components, materials and equipment. Tube and couplers galvanised scaffold tube is 4mm thick with a 48.
General guide for scaffolds and scaffolding work safe work. All these terms refer to a type of scaffolding system that employs tubes of different sizes connected to each other with clamps or. Tube and coupler scaffolds erection and use workers building scaffolds risk serious injury from falls and tipovers, being struck by falling tools and other hazards, and electrocution from energized power lines. All scaffolding clampscouplers are made as per bs19198 and en74en74b. The slippage and breakage capacity of the couplers exceed osha requirements for heavy duty bearer couplers used at maximum load and span. Scaffolding overview scaffolding basics terminology. Mas has operations throughout australia, singapore and thailand, providing scaffolding and associated of interest received by the company, it is in ausgroups best interests to consider. These tube and clamp components are generally used for.
However, unsafe scaffolding procedures can cause injuries and even death. Are all scaffold components including couplers in good condition, and free of. Do not intermix scaffold components from different. Ties scaffolds are only rarely independent structures. Math medical music nuclear fundamentals photography religion. This manual includes basic types of scaffold couplers which join two tubes together as well as special couplers used to connect scaffold tube to other components. We provide free local delivery and affordable shipping available.
Guide to scaffolds and scaffolding safe work australia. Our success has been attributed to providing quality scaffolding components at competitive prices. Scaffolding components swivel coupler used on diagonal braces e. Cpccsc3001a erect and dismantle intermediate scaffolding date. Scaffolding components, steel pipe, tube, and coupler scaffolding components, steel pipe, tube, and coupler government documents.
They are wonderful succedaneum of standard scaffoldings and steel props. For example, the requirements for mudsills, platforms and guardrails are the same for both types of scaffolding. Scaffolding, also called scaffold or staging, is a temporary structure used to support a work crew and materials to aid in the construction, maintenance and repair of buildings, bridges and all other manmade structures. Code, metal scaffolding refers to scaffolding with metal components as structural skeleton. Scaffolds are widely used on site to get access to heights and areas that would be otherwise hard to get to. Cpccsc3001a erect and dismantle intermediate scaffolding. Dynamic component options allow the clamps to be rotated about their x, y or z axes and for swivel clamps to adjust the swivel rotation. Hoisting and rigging ensure hoisting and rigging equipment is available to lift components to the erection point and eliminate the need to climb with components. Before starting any scaffold project, the employer should conduct a hazard assessment to ensure the safety of workers. Demonstrate as you talk, use a scaffold to demonstrate to your crew what to look for during an inspection. Scaffold couplers are essentially the fundamental component that is used to assemble tubeandcoupler scaffolding as encompassed by as1576. Scaffolding in which the frame consists of tubes connected with detachable couplers. Product line of scaffold clamps, scaffolding couplers. It will also show employees that planning ahead for the erection, use, and dismantling of scaffolding can help prevent serious injuries.
This course discusses the general requirements of scaffolding. Nonslip the perforated surface of the decking provides a high level of safety. This video show you the common components of a component scaffold. This joint looks complicated, but its only two cuts what would you call it. Safe job procedure for erecting tube and clamp and all. Examine all scaffold components prior to erection and do the following. A yield strength of 355nmm2 as opposed to traditional 4mm tube which has 235nmm2. Comparison of scaffolding systems in finland and in russia, 66 pages, 5 appendices. Tube and clamp scaffold commonly called tube and coupler scaffold is a versatile type of scaffold consisting of steel tubes and clamps. The tubular scaffolding system is known by many names, including steel scaffold, tube and clamp scaffold, tube and coupler scaffold, and tube and fitting scaffold.
Working on a scaffold coated with snow, ice, or other slippery material is prohibited. Products and services brandsafway scaffolding systems. Tube and coupler scaffolds construction safety checklist disclaimer. It is a traditional scaffolding system which is still in use by many because of the total flexibility that it provides. Tube and coupler scaffolds planning and design osha. Unsafe scaffolding has the potential to result in death or serious. A supported or suspended scaffold consisting of a platforms supported by tubing, erected with coupling devices connecting uprights, braces, bearers, and runners also known as tubeandclamp scaffold. The sleeve connects 2 tubes together either horizontally or vertically. Scaffolding is also referred as scaffold or staging, which is a provisional structure used for supporting a work team and materials to assist in the construction, repairs and maintenance of buildings, tall residential as well as commercial structures, bridges including all types of manmade structures. A series of common scaffolding tube couplers for standard ukus scaffolding tubes 1. The manner in which workers will access the scaffold i. As flexible as tubecoupler scaffolding safe working conditions working platforms are completely covered without any gaps and simple conversions are made to accommodate any obstructions. The added level of skill and knowledge required to safely and efficiently.
Galvanized scaffolding tube en 39 standard single coupler double coupler swivel coupler sleeve coupler beam clamp. Tube and couplers global scaffold scaffold sales australia. Guardrails can be made of tubeandclamp components if theyre assembled properly. Tube and coupler or clamp scaffold most of the general rules that apply to frame scaffolding are also applicable to tube and clamp scaffolding. All the different types of scaffolding systems explained. A standard is a long pipe or tube that connects the mass of the scaffold directly to the ground, and it runs the length of the scaffolding. Lighter scaffolds, which impose less load on structures. Products and services built on a rich history of prime companies and proprietary brands known for safety, innovation and high performance, brandsafways products and services portfolio is the broadest in the industry allowing us to deliver the most efficient and costeffective solutions to our customers. Scaffolding tube couplers dynamic components 3d warehouse. Tubeandcoupler scaffolding is defined as a scaffold in which individual circular tubes serving as standards, braces or ties are joined together by means of purposedesigned couplers this basic fitting that is designed to join two scaffold.
Tubing shall be high strength, structural steel tubing and shall be 1. Explain dangers if the structural components of a scaffold are damaged, defective, or installed incorrectly, it can lead to a tipover or collapse. Instantlock 1 is designed and engineered to be compatible with standard tube and clamp components i. Tube and coupler scaffolds over 125 feet 38 m in height must be designed by a registered. Ties internal ledger bracing handrails midrails security of toe boardskickboards installation and security of gin wheels intermediate scaffolding those qualified in intermediate scaffolding must know how to carry out work associated with all basic scaffolding competencies and. What actually varies much is the way of connecting the tubes together. Scaffold couplers are essentially the fundamental component that is used to assemble tubeandcoupler scaffolding. Coupler fitting, clamp a component or device used to fix scaffold tubes together. One of the scaffolding used in construction industry by builders and contractors, tube and coupler fitting components. The material has been developed with consideration of various factors relevant to the subject area, including federal laws and. The tubular scaffolding system explained scaffold pole. A tube and coupler scaffold has a platforms supported by tubing, and is erected with coupling devices.
For a tube and coupler scaffold, are joints in posts standards staggered adja. Tubeandcoupler scaffolding is defined as a scaffold in which individual circular tubes serving as standards, braces or ties are joined together by means of purpose designed couplers. Hot dipped galvanized scaffolding tube can be jointed together at any angle with the right coupler. Component cast or fixed into the building or structure for the purpose of. To provide stability for a scaffold, ties are generally fixed to the adjacent building steelwork. Factsheet occupational safety and health administration. Cpccsc3001a erect and dismantle intermediate scaffolding modification history. Design scaffolds must be designed by a qualified person.
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