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Appendix T4 Scaffold
Inspection Procedure |
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Scaffold structures at Jefferson
Lab are inspected by a trained and authorized Competent Person – Scaffold prior
to first use; daily thereafter; and when there are concerns regarding
repair/maintenance/use. This appendix
provides the process steps for performing initial and subsequent daily
inspections; and how the findings from these inspections are communicated to
Scaffold Workers and others who may be interested.
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.
The process steps for this procedure are performed in coordination with ES&H Manual Chapter 6132 Ladder and Scaffold Safety.
NOTE: Management authority may be delegated at the discretion of the responsible manager.
Responsibilities for each process step are outlined within the procedure.
4.1
Initial Inspection
·
Supervisor
in-charge of the structure – 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
manufacture’s owner’s manual per scaffold training,
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Structure’s
planned configuration, and
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The
initial structure’s erection.
o Provide appropriate training and
certify that the designated individual is competent to perform the required
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
process steps provided in Section 4.2 Daily 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 5.0 Reference Safety Status Color 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 process steps:
·
Minimum
PPE: Hardhat, safety glasses, safety shoes.
·
Blank
copy of the “Scaffold Inspection Checklist.”
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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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Structure is outdoors. |
Ensure
the color faces the road or sidewalk. |
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Structure is indoors. |
Ensure
the color faces the isle or observation mezzanine. |
5.1
Scaffold Safety Status Color: 
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Safety Determination |
Color Code |
Conditions |
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Safe
for Intended Use |
Green (Safe to Use) |
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 |
Yellow (Caution) |
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 demarks
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 |
Red (Do Not Use) |
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 Summary
Revision 0 – 07/27/11 – New content to clarify how safety inspection findings are communicated.
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