ALUMINIUM SCAFFOLDING FRAME ERECTION / DISMANTLING
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Note: The tower requires a minimum of 2 people for assembly; do not attempt to assemble a tower by yourself.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES:
1. Check instructions before use. Mobile access working towers may only be erected and dismantled by persons
familiar with these instructions for erection use.
2. Do not use any scaffold tower which is damaged, which has not been properly erected, which is not firm and
stable, and which has any missing or damaged parts.
3. Do not erect a scaffold tower on unstable ground or objects such as loose bricks, boxes or blocks. Only a sound
rigid footing must be used.
4. Ensure that the scaffold tower is always level and the adjustable legs are engaged. Check that you have taken all
necessary precautions to prevent the tower being moved, or rolling away. Always apply all castor brakes or use
base plates.
5. Ensure that all frames, braces and platforms are firmly in place and that all locking hooks are functioning
correctly. Ensure that all frame locking clips are engaged. If any missing,replace them
6. Ensure that the scaffold tower is within the maximum platform height is stated, and that the appropriate stabilizers
are fitted.
7.Outdoor scaffold towers should, wherever possible, be secured to a building or other structure. It is good practice
to tie in all scaffold towers of any height, especially when they are left unattended, or in exposed or windy
conditions.
8. A scaffold tower must not be used in winds stronger than 7.7 meters per second. Beaufort scale 4. Be cautious if
erecting or using the tower in open places, such as hangers or unclad buildings. In such circumstances the wind
forces can be increased, as a result of the funnelling effect.
9. Do not use sheeted towers.
10. Do not erect or use a scaffold tower near un-insulated, live or energised electrical machinery or circuits, or near
machinery in operation.
11. If an overhead hazard exists, head protection should be worn.
12. Do not lean ladders against the tower, or climb the outside of the tower. Whatever your intended access system,
it should only be used inside the tower.
13. Never climb on horizontal or diagonal braces. Do not gain access or descend from the working platform other
than by the intended access system.
14. Do not work from ladders or stairways, they are a means of access only
15. Guardrails and Toe board’s must be fitted to the working platforms.
16. Never jump on to or off platforms.
17. DO NOT exceed the safe working load of the platform or structure by accumulating debris, material or tools on
platforms as these can be a significant additional load.
18.If you must move a tower, remove all materials and personnel.
19.When moving a scaffold tower, force must always be moved from the base. The tower should only
be moved manually on firm, level ground which is free from obstacles. Normal walking speed should not be
exceeded during relocation. The ground over which a tower is moved should be capable of supporting the weight of
the structure.
20.Should you require additional platform height, add further frames. NEVER extend your adjustable legs to achieve
extra height, these are for levelling only.NEVER use a ladder or other objects on the platform to achieve additional
height.
21.It is not permissible to attach and use hoisting facilities on towers, unless specifically provided for by the
manufacturer.
22. It is not permissible to attach bridging sections between a scaffold tower and a building. Refer to the tower
manufacturer.
23. ALWAYS TAKE CARE OF ALUMINIUM SCAFFOLD TOWER EQUIPMENT.
REMEMBER YOUR SAFETY DEPENDS ON THE SAFE ERECTION AND USE OF THE EQUIPMENT. RESPECT
IT.
SCAFFOLD ERECTION SEQUENCE AND VICE VERSA DISMANTLING:
MAINTENANCE RULES:
1. Ensure that the scaffold tower is kept clean, especially the spigots and sockets. These should fit together with
ease and be secured by an interlock clip.
2. Check frames and braces, adjustable legs and boards for paint, grit, burrs etc. Remove any foreign substance
with a light wire brush. Check no slip hazards exist on the platform.
3. Where brace, ladder and platform hooks attach the frames, ensure that the frame rungs are kept clean.
4. Ensure that all locking hooks function correctly. If necessary lubricate with light oil.
5. The inside diameter of all hooks should be kept clean to ensure they fit to other components without being forced.
6. If in any doubt about the proper use and maintenance of the scaffold tower equipment, consult the manufacturer.
7. Do not misuse or abuse the scaffold tower with heavy objects, hammers etc. Do not throw components in and out
of vehicles or to the ground when the tower is being dismantled. Such abuse may reduce the structural integrity of
the scaffold tower.
8. Under no circumstances use a scaffold tower which damaged, has not been properly erected, is it not rigid and
which has any missing parts.
9. REMEMBER YOUR SAFETY DEPENDS ON THE SAFE ERECTION AND USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT.
RESPECT IT
USE OF STABILIZERS:
Stabilizers increase the EFFECTIVE BASE dimensions and improve the STABILITY of the tower.
Position the stabilizers symmetrically to obtain the MAXIMUM BASE DIMENSION.
Maximum platform heights for free standing towers are based on the base to height ratio of 3:1 or as specified by
manufacturer or supplier or designer. When moving a tower with stabilizers the height to base ratio must not exceed
25mm
