Although spring in the UK usually sees temperature rise and the sky being populated with more sunshine; most places in the UK still see their fair amount of rainfall. When it comes to scaffold erecting during wet weather conditions; a number of potential challenges can occur. Derbyshire can be one such location. When it comes to scaffolding in Derby, there are a number of potential hazards year round. One of which is the problematic conditions produced by slippery conditions. Luckily, at Network Scaffolding we can go over a few helpful tips and tricks you can implement to ensure you and your colleagues are safe when erecting scaffolding in wet conditions. Know Your Limitations We must first start with the caveat that depending on how bad the weather conditions actually are; you might not be able to actually work on, or erect the scaffolding outside. Scaffold Erecting requires a certain degree of productivity and accuracy which can not be achieved during periods of heavy rain and wind. Perhaps more importantly however is the fact that you can not always ensure the complete safety of employees. Working in treacherous conditions can be very demanding and problematic. This is not to mention the fact that the employee might be generally uncomfortable making it very difficult to carry out even the most mundane of tasks. Appropriate Footwear In some of our most recent blog, including those related to scaffolding in Derby, we have sung the praises of appropriate and safe footwear. As you might have guessed, when it rains, surfaces can get wet. This makes surfaces slippery and unpredictable. It is recommended that you wear footwear with firm grips on as this can help with grip in these tricky situations. Your shoes should also be heavy duty. This is in case you drop anything on your feet, they will be protected. Climb Slowly If you have to climb onto something that might be slippery, you should do so at a cautious and sensible pace. Even how you work is a detriment to your productivity, each step should be taken slowly ensuring you have the necessary measures in place in case of an incident. Ensure Your Colleagues Have Your Back As we have previously...
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Access scaffolding in Tamworth has grown in popularity over the past few years. This might largely be due to the fact that there have been record numbers of construction and home repairs commissioned. Luckily, Network Scaffold offers premium quality scaffolding in Tamworth amongst many other areas. So let’s take a look at what access scaffolding is and how it can relate to your home or business in Tamworth. What Is Access Scaffolding? Access scaffolding is scaffolding that can be easily erected and dismantled for temporary construction amongst many other purposes. In this regard, the clue is in the name. Access scaffolding provides ease of access to your current site. The three main purposes of access scaffolding include: roofing maintenance or repair; shoring for unstable structures whilst property redevelopment and new building constructions. Commercial Sites In Tamworth There are a large number of commercial buildings in Tamworth that are either undergoing development or might need construction in the future. Commercial buildings could be constituted as office buildings, warehouses and retail shops. For anyone that has visited Tamworth; you know that the area has, like many towns in the UK, a over abundance of these buildings. Residential Buildings In Tamworth As previously alluded to, access scaffolding is not mutually exclusive to commercial buildings. If you live in a residential home in Tamworth and require work on your property; access scaffolding can help. Access scaffolding can be very handy when it comes to quick and effective roof repair and other general building maintenance. When erecting any scaffolding on a suburban premises; you will want to pay particular attention to potential permits that might be required. Generally, if the scaffolding is confined to only your premises, you do not require a permit. However, as soon as the construction takes place outside of these perimeters, you will need to seek the necessary approval. Do You Need Access Scaffolding In Tamworth? Are you based in Tamworth or a surrounding area and require access scaffolding? If so, please get in contact with us. We offer many fantastic quality services which include safety decking and plastic...
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In one of our most recent blogs, we have covered why you should work in the scaffolding industry. After you read this blog, you might be asking what does a typical day in the life of a scaffolder entail? Like most workers, you cannot quantify each individual component of a day. While certain aspects will also be pleasant, for example scaffold erecting and safety checks are always present, each day brings new and exciting challenges. At Network Scaffold, we thought we would try our hand at this seemingly impossible task. So let’s detail what a typical day looks like for your average scaffolder. Identify Your Working Location When you work in the scaffolding industry, your day will technically start before you even arrive at work. As we have previously mentioned, the scaffolding industry on the whole is very mobile and versatile. Depending on the demand for the scaffolding support in a certain; your job could lead you to one of numerous locations. This could potentially change at late notice too. If a new project requires urgent assistance, you might be required to change location to suit your clients needs short notice. This is one of the many perks or benefits of working in scaffolding. Because you are not pinned to one location, the role offers your day a great deal of flexibility and variety. This reassures that you never get fatigued or bored of one location, project or place. Greet Your Fellow Co-workers Now you have established where you will be working for the day and have arrived at the location safely; you will want to greet your fellow co-workers. The shared sense of comradery is famous between work colleagues in the scaffolding industry. One of the many reasons for this is the fact that there is an unbelievable amount of trust showcased on a daily basis. Afterall, you are entrusting your work colleagues with your general safety and wellbeing. The greeting is essential to improve mental health and of course for more practical reasons; including illustrating what is on your agenda to your fellow colleagues and/or what you plan to do with the rest of your day. Scaffold Erecting Depending on the stage of the project you are...
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Hollywood and the exciting ever expanding world of scaffolding might seem worlds on paper. However, it might surprise you to know that there is an entire industry dedicated to the use of scaffolding in film and television. Whilst you might not see Brad Pitt or Tom Cruise performing their latest stunt on some freshly laid safety decking; scaffold erection is a key part of the filming process. So when you ask if scaffolding is used in the film and television industry, the answer is a resounding yes. Let’s take a look at some unique and pioneering ways our industry is used in one of the most glamorous industries. To Perform Stunts We start with potentially the most obvious use of scaffolding on the big and little screens. Because scaffolding offers evaluated heights, it provides the perfect opportunity to perform stunts at a much higher vantage point. Accompanying this is the fact that because incredible health and safety regulations are practiced in the UK scaffolding industry; stunts performed using this method offer a significantly lower chance of the stunt going astray and therefor a lower chance of injury. Getting The All Important High Angle High angles are one of the most in important shots in any film is the high angle. Meant to showcase the lack of power of individual in the shot; how the shot is practically made might not be at the forefront of viewer’s mind. A commonly used technique is for the camera operator to stand high amongst the top of the scaffolding and shoot the camera down towards the focus object or actor. Lightning If the lighting in a scene is not correct, the scene can fail in what it is trying to achieve. To counteract this; some lights are suspended atop of a scaffolding construction. Easily Moveable Construction Due to the nature of the filming industry, there is probably no need for a permanent scaffolding fixture. Because of this, the film and television industry rely heavily on easy to erect and easy to move scaffolding types. This might indicate that frame and brace or even cantilever scaffolding will be more frequently used in this industry. This is largely due to the time efficiency and practically...
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There have been many books written regarding significant famous events and various industrial topics. But there does not seem to be many books written about scaffolding becoming such a widely used practice around the world. At Network Scaffolding in Derby, we enjoy interesting providing trivia regarding our beloved industry. Whilst the entire history of scaffolding would be near impossible to cover in one post; we will do our best to illustrate how scaffolding became the primary way for workers to work on construction sites. The Construction of the Pyramids Most industries have quite humble beginnings, however, scaffolding did not. One of the first instances if scaffolding being used was for the on of the seven wonders of the world; that being the great pyramids of Egypt. It was the sturdy footing the scaffolding offered along with accompanying practicality which made scaffolding so popular amongst the ancient Egyptians. During scaffolding’s infancy, the construction was particularly popular with the ancient Greeks as well. The 5th century vase; The Berlin Foundery Cup details Greeks using scaffolding for various constructions. Victorian Times Whilst there were many developments in the world of scaffolding, it was not until the Victorian times there were notable changes. During this period; structures were held together with hemp rope and wire whilst frames were made of rope. It was not until the early 1900’s that metal scaffolding became the primarily used method in the western hemisphere and bamboo became popular in many Asian countries. Present Day Scaffolding has taken many forms in the present day. We have covered how scaffolding differs around the world but largely scaffolding takes rather similar forms as well as adhering to very thorough health and safety regulations. Contact Us We hope you have provided some interesting information regarding the history of scaffolding. If you have any other questions regarding scaffold erecting in Derby, please do not hesitate to contact...
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Health and safety in the scaffolding industry is very important. In 2019; a Labour Force Survey in Great Britain advised that there were over 600,000 injuries in the workplace. Whilst the UK has some of the very best health and safety regulations in the world, the workplace clearly still produces many challenges. Because of this, unsafe circumstances can occur. Erecting and maintaining scaffolding can produce many different types of hazards which result in injury. Being a well established supplier of scaffolding in Derby, we understand the importance of health and safety. Arguably in scaffolding more than any other industry. Personal Safety Starting off with arguably the most obvious reasons is the fact that personal safety is very important when it comes to construction. When an employee comes to work one of the many things they expect is to feel safe at work. Not only should employees work more efficiently but have a safer work environment will drastically improve employee mental health. Efficiency Working When a worker undergoes health and safety training they not only garner a better understanding of the health and safety aspects of their jobs but they grossly understand their roles more in-depth. As a direct result of this, their working practices can be significantly more effective and even more thorough. Accreditations By thoroughly exerting health and safety practices, you will subsequently obtain revelation and prestigious regulatory accreditations. This is a fantastic way to illustrate how incredible your company is. This also provides much needed weight to your potential clients or customers. Network scaffolding are accredited to many regulatory bodies, including the SSIP and the Worksafe Contractor. Contact Us Health and safety is very important and if you have any other questions regarding how to better implement health and safety regulations into your workplace, please do get in touch. For al things scaffolding related including access scaffolding in Derbyshire, please keep up to date with our...
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