Every time any large construction project is conceived;
Design and engineering considerations are the first step that starts the
project. These are backed by the technology provider and the engineering
consultant that make up the project management team. Any major or minor project
that involves construction activities always requires work at height that can
be accomplished through scaffolding. The project leader should consider the
scaffolding as a separate vertical along with important activities such as
civil works, mechanical work, electrical work, etc.
Here are the 3 key factors that will determine the success
of any scaffolding operation:
Design philosophy
When the scaffold is to be raised at a height of 20 meters
or more or when the scaffold is considered critical, a structural engineer will
help you make an informed decision about the design aspects of the scaffolding
system. Whether your construction requires hanging scaffolding, cantilever
scaffolding or suspended scaffolding, the structural engineer is at your
disposal to close this gap.
There are some scaffolding management software that can help
you with basic design and engineering considerations, to erect scaffolding
safely. The scaffold must maintain the strength, stability and stiffness of the
structure while the construction is in progress. Such software could also
provide information on how to ensure the dismantling, modification or safe
alterations that may be necessary as construction progresses.
Know your load and load combinations
The scaffolds are designed so that the structure and its
components are capable of supporting, without failures, its own weight and at
least four times the maximum expected load.
Loads are classified as dead load, live load and wind load
that act on a structure depending on where the load is applied, that is,
horizontal or vertical axis. There may be other loads depending on the location
of your construction, such as snow. The proper weight of all members should
also be considered for analysis. The load that acts at each level will create
tensions in all the members of the scaffold, which requires the necessary
inclusion as a factor.
The patented structural and 3D analysis software can provide
a solution in this case, in considerations of load and movement support for the
scaffolding, required in your construction project. Load combinations must
prescribe IS2750 - 1964 (Indian standards, specifications for steel scaffolding).
The crucial aspect to remember at this stage is the number
of man days it would take to prepare a new geometry of scaffolding design and
execution of load calculations in the software. They can increase the overall
strategy of building your project.
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Executing the plan
Once you have gone through the previous two stages, you will
arrive at the execution of your scaffolding plan. Scaffolding by design are
vulnerable structures with an inherent risk that exposes workers on the site.
It can also present public safety hazards. The safe execution and use of
scaffolding should begin by developing work policies and rules with proper
planning. Here is a brief list of scaffolding plan:
Scaffolding management and monitoring with fall protection
Scaffolding assembly, modification and disassembly
methodology
Storage and maintenance of scaffolding materials.
Scaffolding inspection and labeling system
Climatic conditions and working conditions.
Scaffold entry and exit.
Ensure the health and safety of workers and people around
the construction site.
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