What are the Main Hazards When Working at Height?
What are the Main Hazards of Working at Height? Hazards of Working at Height The UK sees a high number of workplace incidents related to height, with 35-40 fatalities last year accounting for 30% of all work accidents. Working at height poses significant risks and difficulties for workers, including higher chances of death or severe […]
Different Types of Scaffolding and Their Uses
Different Types of Scaffolding and their uses It is crucial to understand that scaffolding is a necessary component of almost any construction job. This approach has been employed from the beginning of structure construction. Scaffolding is commonly utilised in the construction industry to obtain access to high-rise structures. Scaffolding is used on occasion to support […]
How to deal with stress in the Scaffolding Industry
How to deal with stress in the Scaffolding Industry The UK is hosting “Mental Health Week” starting from May 10, 2021 to curb the rise in suicide rates among men and women. Despite the positive aspects of the scaffolding industry, such as job satisfaction and strong teamwork, scaffolding professionals may still experience stress, depression, and […]
Historic Town Hall gets Makeover with the Help of Scaffolding
Historic Town Hall gets Makeover with the Help of Scaffolding A London-based scaffolding firm has supplied access scaffolds and interim roofs for a major renovation and expansion project of the renowned Town Hall, costing multiple millions of pounds. GET IN TOUCH The company informed the media that the project began in November 2019 with an […]
Self-Employed Pay Back to Pre-Covid
Self-Employed Pay Back to Pre-Covid Some self-employed scaffolders have enjoyed their best month for earnings since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and according to construction payroll services provider Hudson Contract, the average weekly pay rose by 3.7% in March 2021 to £920, a record-breaking highest figure since February 2020. GET IN TOUCH The latest […]
Free COVID Testing Kits for all construction workers
Free COVID Testing Kits for all construction workers With the easing of lockdown, many businesses are set to reopen, but concerns over the safety of staff remain. Scaffolding companies in the construction industry can now access free COVID-19 test kits for their employees to use at home. GET IN TOUCH Construction firms can now obtain […]
The Best 3D Design Tool for Scaffolders
The Best 3D Design Tool for Scaffolders HAKI, a scaffold provider, is preparing to relaunch its 3D Design tool in order to give its clients with the greatest experience possible when creating whole scaffolding systems in 3D space. GET IN TOUCH Haki 3D Design Tool relaunch The relaunch of the 3D Design Tool will see […]
What is wrong with Health & Safety in Scaffolding?
What is wrong with Health & Safety in Scaffolding? In a recent LinkedIn post, a picture was shared of a temporary roof structure over a busy street in London. The structure was deemed so unsafe that a technical advisor for the NASC commented that “dangerous is an understatement.” The post sparked concern about the state […]
Can I build scaffolding without a Licence?
Can I build scaffolding without a Licence? How high can scaffolding be built without a license? The answer is four meters. Scaffolding work has a four-meter licensing threshold, meaning a high-risk work license may not be necessary for scaffold erection if it falls under this height. However, safety measures may still be necessary. GET IN […]
A History of Scaffolding
A History of Scaffolding The team at Scaffolding Direct London have a passion for History, so we have done some research on the fascinating past of scaffolding. Believe it or not, scaffolding has been around since prehistoric times! GET IN TOUCH A History of Scaffolding – Past Era It is believed that scaffolding dates back […]
