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OSHA Scaffold Inspection Checklist

by Elizabeth_H Wilson, from the Community

Use this OSHA scaffold inspection checklist to assess supported scaffolds before each shift and after any event that could cause damage. Verify power line clearance, footing stability, baseplates and mudsills, frame integrity, and safe access. Inspect planks for cracks, splits, warping, and proper overlap, confirm guardrails and mid-rails, and ensure falling object protection. Check tie-ins, braces, and guying per manufacturer guidance. Capture findings, photos, and signatures to generate a compliant report with SafetyCulture.

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KDC OSHA Scaffold Inspection Checklist
Inspect supported scaffolds thoroughly before each work shift and after any event that could cause damage. This checklist guides teams to verify clearance from energized power lines, ensure proper footing with baseplates and mudsills, and assess frames, posts, and metal parts for cracks, rust, and non-compatible components. Confirm safe access (no cross-brace climbing), check scaffold-grade planks for splits, deflection, spacing, and proper overhang, and ensure platform distance to the workface is within limits. Include guardrails and mid-rails, protect people below from falling objects, and require hard hats. Use manufacturer-recommended braces, tie-ins, and guying to prevent tipping. Finish with a documented inspector sign-off for traceability.
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OSHA Scaffold Inspection Checklist
Use this OSHA Scaffold Inspection Checklist to inspect scaffolds and scaffold parts before each work shift, and after any event that may have caused damage. Make sure that only trained and fully equipped personnel will be performing the task. Use SafetyCulture to document the inspection and provide an efficient report while on-site.
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Use this supported scaffold and sidewalk shed inspection template to document permits, erection details, installation and expiration dates, and site location. Verify scaffold height, platform decking, signage, and drawing availability. Check base plates and mud sills, pins and bolts, plumb and bracing, cross braces, tie ins, clamps, window jacks, planks, decking condition and coverage, guardrails and toe boards, netting, parapet height, lighting, housekeeping, and approvals with signature and date.
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Evolve Scaffold Inspection Report Checklist
This scaffold inspection report template helps site managers and inspectors assess scaffold safety and compliance. It covers base stability, geometry, platform condition, bracing, tubes and fittings, safe access and ladders, load distribution, tie patterns, and edge protection including guard rails and toe boards. It also prompts Scafftag checks and proper sign-off by an authorised person. Use it to document findings and ensure scaffolds are erected and maintained for their intended use.
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