Scaffolding Jobs Are Responsible And Highly Specialized Jobs

Scaffolding jobs using scaffolding equipment and building scaffolding is often dangerous and so is the dismantling of these systems. Scaffolding builders usually work at heights - up to about 35 feet. It is possible to fall and be seriously injured or even killed. The installers may suffer injuries from falling hand tools even though most heavy tools and hand tools are tethered. Examples of other hazards include electric shock, exposure to the weather; lightning, ice, snow, and high winds. Or injuries or ergonomic hazards caused by the lifting and the transporting of heavy weights. These industrial scaffold workers must also climb ladders, another possible danger condition, especially during in-climate weather.

Scaffolding Jobs Requires Proper Training

Pump jack scaffolding installation expertise takes a few days of special training. Many workers are able to get this by ‘on the job’ training (OJT), but there are industry technical classes, generally offered by the manufactures of pump jack scaffolding. One of these companies is The Werner Pump Jack System Co. It is a must have for siding jobs and scaffolding jobs.

Benefits of Werner System include:

  • The scaffolding system is easy to assemble and compatible with most major aluminum scaffolding systems.

  • There is almost no down time on the job with field replacement components.

  • The system is built with components according to function and one man can slide the component in and out with little effort.

  • All steel parts have a powder coated finish for use in all types of weather.

  • The crank handle is easy to rotate for a smooth operation while lowering the pump jack scaffolding.

  • The Werner exclusive aluminum “Z” channel is stronger than other leading competitors.

Werner Makes Scaffolding Jobs Safe

At Werner’s, safety is a priority. If a worker is working 10 feet or higher on scaffolding jobs, OSHA requires vertical fall protection. Some State or local OSHA codes require vertical fall protection at heights lower than 10 feet. The workbench, stage, and safety net or the guardrail and toe board combination help keep the workers within safe OSHA working boundaries and requirements. Werner’s new nestable stages are meant for two persons and are rated at 500 pounds. They provide a continuous work platform reducing trip hazards.

The Werner pump jack scaffolding system is portable and easily transported. The Ultra-Jack system comes with a workbench which can be installed without removing the pump system from the poles of the scaffold. The pole unit can be supplied with wall braces and an interchangeable pole or anchor-pole base system. Most pump jack scaffolding jobs have ergonomic rules - pump jack equipment usually features a padded handle for comfort and a positive grip for example. The pump jack scaffolding equipment comes with a positive spring loaded cam lock, oversized toe strap to accommodate work boots, removable brake lever for easy mounting to poles, easily adjustable work platform, and a greater climbing rate per scaffolding jack stroke - giving less worker fatigue.