“All scaffolding should display a “DO NOT USE” notice for restricting access to the scaffold until it has been inspected and handover completed. A tag inspection system (if used) shall be completed and located at the access point of the scaffold. Regular statutory inspections of the scaffolding shall take place at least every 7 days or after any event likely to have affected the scaffold’s stability. The tag system insert will also be updated to record the inspection”. Ref: NASC (National Access & Scaffolding Confederation)

• Spot potential faults before they develop into a more serious and costly defect
• Contains 25 individual checklists relating to components and structural checks to be completed before the scaffold is used
• Allows workers to easily carry out pre-use inspection checks
• Includes useful guidance notes to remind operatives what to look for during their inspection of system scaffolding and/or tube and fitting scaffolding in line with TG20:13 guidance
• Designed to help improve safety and promote good working practices
• Duplicate carbon copies are retained in the book for management records
• Reduce maintenance costs and ensure compliance with legal responsibilities