Posted By James K From an Irish point of view, the contractor would need the required CSCS for scaffolding (Level 1 or 2 depending on the height that the scaffold is going) They would also need permission from the local authoprity and the police both of these would grant the required permits etc. I would also advise that the method statement took into account, along with the regular items such as overhead lines, adjacent structures etc, a system for traffic and pedestrian management and what fail safe system that you would have in place to ensure that members of the public do not get hurt etc. Also check the insurance details to ensure that the contrators insurance allows for work of this type. Sorry I cannot type longer but I have just been summoned to the managers office...woe is me eh? Jim

Posted By Ron Hunter still need permission from Council Roads Authority, who will ask for dates/duration, and give you guidance on the measures you will have to take to protect footpath users.

Posted By Martin Daly Just for the record if you wish to erect scaffold on the footpath in the Irish Republic you must have a level 2 ticket. I think you are in danger of making a mountain out of a molehill. This scaffold is not going to be up for very long. Just use your common sense, if there is an obvious danger ie a tube sticking out across the footpath or a trip hazard etc. Tnen do something about it I would however suggest that you take a photo of the scaffolding. Yours Martin Daly