Working at Heights · 2–5 min toolbox talk
Safe Use of Folding Scaffolds
A safety talk covering scaffold locking, weight limits, and preventing tip hazards when using portable folding scaffolds.
Use this printed script for your tailgate or toolbox talk. Read through the hazards, script, and questions with your crew.
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“Safe Use of Folding Scaffolds”
Key Hazards
- Falls from unlocked platforms
- Scaffold collapse
- Tip hazards on uneven floors
2–3 Minute Talk Script
Safe use of folding scaffolds is essential for painters, maintenance workers, and ceiling installers. These mobile platforms must be locked before climbing.
Workers should engage all braces, locks, and stabilizers before use.
Different models have different height and weight limits—exceeding them increases fall risk.
Scaffolds should be moved only when empty.
Safety Reminders
- Lock scaffolds before climbing.
- Respect height and weight limits.
- Move only when unoccupied.
- Use stabilizers on uneven floors.
Ask the Crew
- Are scaffold locks fully engaged?
- Is the floor even enough for safe setup?