WHAT’S AT STAKE

Scaffold work gives you access to hard-to-reach places rooftops, ceilings, and upper floors, but that access comes with serious risk. If a scaffold collapses, if someone falls, or if a tool drops from overhead, the consequences can be fatal. One missed inspection, one missing guardrail, or one unstable footing can turn a simple job into a tragedy. A stable scaffold can get the job done — an unsafe one can take a life.

WHAT’S THE DANGER

Scaffolds are essential for many construction, painting, and maintenance jobs — but they can also be one of the most dangerous pieces of equipment […]