Inspection and Maintenance of Scaffolds
Scaffolds must be inspected as prescribed by national laws or regulations. It also instructs that the results be recorded by a competent person before being taken into use. The maintenance of scaffolding in Dubai should be carried out at periodic intervals as prescribed for all other types of scaffolds. In case of any alteration, interruption in use, exposure to weather or seismic circumstances or any other circumstance likely to affect the strength or stability of scaffolds used for the projects. Since scaffolds are an important part of any project and repair or construction is dependent on the durability of the scaffold built for the project, its inspection must be carried out by a competent person. o A competent and professional expert should more particularly ascertain the following key points while inspecting the scaffold. o To check if the scaffold is of a suitable type o To check if the scaffold used is adequate for the job; o Materials used in its constructio...