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speed  
#1 Posted : 05 August 2010 11:04:43(UTC)
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speed

Hey all Bit of a discussion going on onsite regarding mobile towers. Basically we have a mobile scaffold up the maximum height it can go (7.2m for this particular type). Now because its against a building face, we cant get all 4 stabilisers on, only two. So what we have done, is tie in to building steelwork at every other lift, including the top. Is this acceptable?
bob youel  
#2 Posted : 05 August 2010 12:05:28(UTC)
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bob youel

applying common sense says that if its tied in properly to a suitable point by a proper service then its probably in a safer condition that if the stabilisers were used on their own and in a court a judge would want it tied in securly and properly as against anything else - just my thoughts!
bob youel  
#3 Posted : 05 August 2010 12:06:58(UTC)
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bob youel

suitable point by a proper service - should read - suitable point by a proper person!
freelance safety  
#4 Posted : 05 August 2010 12:09:48(UTC)
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freelance safety

Nothing wrong in using ties, ring ties or proprietary ties (like Hilti). Need to ensure that the person erecting and tieing the scaffold is competent of course.
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