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Scaffold Planning: Scaffolders review project plans, specifications, and drawings to determine the type and layout of scaffolding required for the job. They assess factors such as the height of the structure, load requirements, access points, and safety considerations.

Scaffold Assembly: Scaffolders assemble scaffolding components according to manufacturer instructions and industry standards. This may involve erecting frames, braces, platforms, guardrails, and other safety features using hand tools and power equipment.

Safety Compliance: Scaffolders ensure that scaffolding structures comply with safety regulations, standards, and codes. They inspect scaffolds for stability, load capacity, alignment, and proper bracing to minimize the risk of accidents, falls, and injuries.

Material Handling: Scaffolders handle and transport scaffold components, including tubes, couplers, boards, and safety equipment, to the work site. They organize materials, stockpile supplies, and coordinate deliveries to support efficient scaffold assembly and dismantling.

Scaffold Modification: Scaffolders may modify scaffolding configurations to accommodate changes in project requirements or site conditions. This could involve adjusting platform heights, adding extensions, or installing special features such as ramps or staircases.

Platform Installation: Scaffolders install scaffold platforms or decks at various levels to provide safe working surfaces for construction workers. They ensure that platforms are level, securely fastened, and equipped with guardrails to prevent falls.

Dismantling and Removal: Scaffolders dismantle scaffolding structures once they are no longer needed or at the completion of the project. They carefully dismantle components in the reverse order of assembly, ensuring that materials are safely lowered to the ground and removed from the site.

Inspection and Maintenance: Scaffolders conduct regular inspections of scaffolding structures to identify any signs of damage, deterioration, or defects. They perform maintenance tasks such as tightening bolts, replacing worn components, and repairing damaged scaffolds to ensure continued safety and integrity.

Documentation and Record-Keeping: Scaffolders maintain accurate records of scaffold assembly, inspections, modifications, and dismantling activities. They document scaffold configurations, load capacities, safety inspections, and any incidents or near misses for compliance and liability purposes.

Communication and Collaboration: Scaffolders coordinate with project managers, supervisors, construction workers, and other trades to ensure that scaffolding activities are integrated with overall project timelines and objectives. They communicate effectively to convey safety requirements, work schedules, and task assignments.