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APT Scaffolding Health and Safety Audit

by Matthew Oneill, from the Community

10+

Conduct thorough scaffolding health and safety audits on-site with this structured checklist. Aligned with WAHR 2015 and NASC guidance TG20:21 and SG4:22, it guides inspectors through administration reviews, records and certifications (RAMS, toolbox talks, harness checks, LOLER, PUWER, HAVS, pull testing), PPE compliance, protection of the public and workforce, creation of a safe zone, and welfare facilities. Capture concerns, corrective actions, responsible persons, and follow-up, then finalize with comments and assessor signature.

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