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Appendix T4: Scaffold Inspection Procedure |
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Scaffold
structures at Jefferson Lab must be inspected by a trained and authorized
scaffold competent person prior to the initial use, before each work shift, and
when there are concerns regarding repair, maintenance, and use. This appendix
provides the process steps for performing initial and subsequent regular
inspections and how the findings from these inspections are communicated to
scaffold workers and other interested parties.
Scaffold inspections are performed
by the designated Competent Person – Scaffold in accordance with training
provided by Industrial Safety. Contact Industrial Safety if alterations to the original
structure are anticipated as these may require additional training.
This appendix is written in coordination with ES&H Manual Chapter 6132 Ladder and Scaffold Safety. All relevant content within the chapter applies to the process steps outlined in this appendix.
Note: Management authority may be delegated to a
task-qualified TJNAF employee at the discretion of the responsible manager.
Responsibilities are outlined within the procedure.
4.1
Initial Inspection
·
Supervisor
in-charge of the structure
o
Designate
a Competent Person-Scaffold
·
Competent Person-Scaffold
o
Obtain an
inspection packet from Industrial Safety for each structure assigned (after
completing any required training).
o
Review
the following:
§
Scaffold
manufacturer’s owner’s manual per scaffold training
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Structure’s
planned configuration
§
The
initial structure’s erection plan and completion results
o
Provide
appropriate training regarding Competent Person – Scaffold duties.
o Provide an inspection packet[1] to
the Competent Person-Scaffold for each structure.
·
Competent Person-Scaffold
o
Upon
completion of the first elevated section (or sooner, if possible) attach the inspection
packet at or near the egress
section of the structure.
o
Insert
the “red” Scaffold Safety Status color so it is displayed and readily visible.
o Upon completion of the structure. Use
the steps provided in Section 4.2 Inspections below to perform the initial
inspection.
·
Competent Person-Scaffold
o
Insert
the completed initial Scaffold
Inspection Checklist into the packet.
o
Determine
the Scaffold Safety Status color. See 5.1
Scaffold Safety Status Color listed below.
o Insert appropriate Scaffold Safety
Status color into the packet. Ensure the color is clearly visible from ground
level.
The
Competent Person-Scaffold performs the following steps:
·
Minimum
PPE: Hardhat, safety glasses, safety shoes
·
Blank
copy of the “Scaffold Inspection Checklist”
·
Pen
·
Compare
the initial construction configuration with the actual configuration.
·
Ensure
the design/configuration is appropriate for the actual use.
·
Ensure
all components are compatible with the structure.
·
Complete
the “Scaffold Inspection Checklist.”
·
Determine
scaffold safety status color using the referenced color chart below.
·
Insert
the completed “Scaffold Inspection Checklist” into the packet.
·
Ensure
the appropriate scaffold safety status color is displayed and readily visible.
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IF |
THEN |
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Outdoor Structure |
Ensure
the color faces the road or sidewalk. |
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Indoor Structure |
Ensure
the color faces the isle or observation mezzanine. |
Scaffold Safety Status Color: 
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Safety Determination |
Color Code |
Conditions |
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Safe
for Intended Use |
Safe-to-Use (green) |
The structure is considered safe for its
intended use. Requirements: -
Competent Person-Scaffold provides an Operation-Specific
Hazard-Awareness Briefing (see ES&H Manual Chapter
4100 Appendix T2 Informal Safety Awareness Training) to designated
Scaffold Workers. |
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Special
Mitigation Required |
Caution (yellow) |
A special situation exists. Condition is
described on the “action/comment” section of the Daily Inspection Checklist. Requirements: -
Scaffold Workers review the
current Daily Inspection Checklist to determine restriction(s). (e.g.: “Fall Protection may be required.”) -
The Competent Person-Scaffold communicates
the condition with tape, or other identifying object to keep workers
away. (e.g.: Handrail is bent or does
not fit well. That section would be marked with tape.) -
The Competent Person-Scaffold informs everyone using the scaffold of
the situation and the appropriate mitigation required to continue work. |
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Unsafe
for Intended Use or Scheduled
to be Constructed or Dismantled |
Do Not Use (red) |
The structure is unsafe for occupancy. Requirements: -
Only those authorized by the
Competent Person-Scaffold can go on, in, or around the structure. |
6.0
Revision History
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summary |
date |
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1.0 |
periodic
review · Section
1.0, changed paragraph to read: Scaffold structures at Jefferson Lab must be
inspected by a trained and authorized scaffold competent person prior to the
initial use, before each work shift, and when there are concerns regarding
repair, maintenance, and use. This appendix provides the process steps for
performing initial and subsequent regular inspections and how the findings
from these inspections are communicated to scaffold workers and other
interested parties. · Section
3.0, updated Note · Section
4.0, revised wording; corrected form of words used · Section
5.0, switched status color signage wording around Ÿ throughout
– corrected misspellings; changed scaffold inspection frequency from daily to
before each shift; updated SOTR to TR; fixed acronyms and abbreviations as
needed; changed wording Ÿ changed
TPOC from BManzlak to RKenney Ÿ general editing
to include format, header & footer (+color), hyperlinks; etc. by JAllen, ES&H Manual Editor |
12.06.2023 |
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period
review - no changes
per TPOC |
08.09.2019 |
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period
review review cycle adjusted to reflect high-risk category;
no substantive changes |
08.12.2016 |
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0.1 |
changed TPOC from NWalker
to BManzlak |
01.30.2014 |
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0.0 |
new content to clarify how to communicate safety
inspection findings |
07.27.2011 |
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ISSUING AUTHORITY |
TECHNICAL POINT-OF-CONTACT |
APPROVAL DATE |
NEXT REVIEW DATE |
REVIEW CYCLE |
rev |
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ES&H Division |
08.09.2019 |
12.06.2026 |
3 years |
1.0 |
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