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\[PRE TASK PLAN TITLE] ======================

Project: \[PROJECT NAME]

Date: 2025-08-09

Location: \[LOCATION]

Supervisor: \[SUPERVISOR NAME]

Task Overview

This pre-task plan outlines the safe work procedures for scaffold erection, including pre-assembly planning and stability considerations to ensure worker safety and regulatory compliance.

Expected Duration: 4-6 hours

Number of Workers: 2-3

Required PPE and Equipment

Personal Protective Equipment

  • Safety Glasses: Must meet ANSI Z87\.1 standards, providing impact protection from falling objects, tools, or debris during scaffold assembly.
  • Hard Hat: Complies with ANSI Z89\.1 standards, protecting the head from impacts, falling objects, or accidental contact with scaffold components.
  • Steel-Toed Boots: Meeting ASTM F2413 standards, these protect feet from compression and impact hazards, especially when handling heavy scaffold parts.
  • Work Gloves: Provides a secure grip and protects hands from abrasions, cuts, and impacts while handling scaffold components. Select gloves appropriate for the material being handled.
  • Fall Protection Harness: Full-body harness with a shock-absorbing lanyard, meeting OSHA requirements, is required when working at heights above 6 feet to prevent serious injury from falls.
  • High-Visibility Vest: High-visibility vest compliant with ANSI 107 standards to ensure visibility in the work area, especially in low-light conditions or areas with moving equipment.

Tools and Equipment

  • Crane or Forklift: Used for lifting and positioning scaffold components. Ensure the crane is certified and operated by qualified personnel. Inspect slings and rigging before use.
  • Levels and Plumbs: Essential for ensuring scaffold components are level and plumb. Verify accuracy before use.
  • Wrenches and Fasteners: Used for tightening bolts and fasteners. Use the correct size wrench and avoid over-tightening.
  • Cutting Tools (Saw, Torch): For cutting scaffold components or making adjustments. Use appropriate PPE, such as safety glasses and gloves.
  • Material Hoist: Used to safely lift materials to the working platform. Ensure the hoist is properly secured and inspected before use.

Hazard Analysis

Identified Hazards

HazardRisk LevelPotential Consequences
Falls from height during erection or dismantling.HighSevere injuries, fractures, or death.
Scaffold collapse due to improper assembly or overloading.HighSerious injuries or fatalities to workers on or near the scaffold.
Struck by falling objects (tools, materials).MediumHead injuries, lacerations, or contusions.
Electrical hazards from proximity to power lines.HighElectrocution or burns.
Musculoskeletal injuries from heavy lifting and repetitive motions.MediumStrains, sprains, or chronic back pain.
Slipping hazards due to weather conditions (ice, snow, rain).MediumFalls and related injuries.
Galvanic action due to use of dissimilar metals.LowWeakening of scaffold components.

Control Measures

  • Fall protection should be inspected before each use.: Ensure all workers use appropriate fall protection (harnesses, lanyards) when working at heights above 6 feet. Provide proper training on the use of fall protection equipment. [6]
  • Verify the competency and qualifications of the supervisor and workers.: A competent person must supervise the erection, dismantling, or alteration of scaffolds. Ensure that only experienced and trained employees perform these tasks. [1]

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  • Regularly inspect and maintain the fall prevention systems.: Implement a system to prevent tools and materials from falling (e.g., tool lanyards, debris nets, toeboards). [4]
  • Ensure proper grounding of metal scaffolds.: Before erecting a scaffold near power lines, consult with the utility company to de-energize or insulate the lines. Maintain a minimum clearance as specified by regulations. [4]
  • Conduct regular training sessions and encourage workers to report discomfort early.: Provide training on proper lifting techniques and use mechanical aids (e.g., hoists) to reduce manual lifting. Rotate tasks to minimize repetitive motions. [5]
  • Provide non-slip footwear and ensure proper drainage.: Monitor weather conditions and postpone scaffold work during storms, high winds, or icy conditions. Keep the scaffold platform free of snow, ice, and other slippery materials. [2]

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  • Do not use dissimilar metals unless approved by a competent person.: A competent person must determine that galvanic action will not reduce the strength of any component. [6]

Emergency Procedures

Emergency Contact Information

  • Site Emergency: 911
  • First Aid: ext. 555
  • Supervisor: ext. 123

Emergency Response Steps

  1. Immediately stop work and assess the situation.
  2. Evacuate the scaffold and the surrounding area if there is a risk of collapse or further injury.
  3. Provide first aid to any injured workers and call for medical assistance if needed.
  4. Report the incident to the supervisor and safety department.
  5. Investigate the cause of the incident and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Evacuation Routes

Primary evacuation route is via the west stairs. Secondary route is via the east stairs.

Designated assembly point is located at the main gate.

Required Permits and Certifications

  • Scaffold Erection Permit
  • Fall Protection Certification
  • Crane Operator Certification (if applicable)

Additional Safety Considerations

  • Ensure proper training has been provided to all employees involved in scaffold erection, use, and dismantling. Training should cover hazard recognition, fall protection, and safe work practices. [3]
  • Inspect all scaffold components before use for any defects or damage. Do not use damaged components. Ensure scaffold is inspected daily before use. [1]
  • Ensure the scaffold is erected on a stable and level surface. Use base plates and mud sills as needed to distribute the load. [1]
  • Follow the manufacturer's instructions for scaffold erection and use. Do not exceed the maximum load capacity of the scaffold. [7]

Pre-Task Plan Verification

By signing below, you acknowledge that you have reviewed and understand this pre-task safety plan:

Supervisor: _________________________ Date: __________

Safety Representative: _________________________ Date: __________

Workers:

  1. Name: _________________________ Signature: _________________________ Date: __________
  2. Name: _________________________ Signature: _________________________ Date: __________
  3. Name: _________________________ Signature: _________________________ Date: __________

This pre-task plan must be reviewed and updated if conditions or scope of work changes.

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[1] Construction Safety and Health Standards (MIOSHA)

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# CONSTRUCTION STANDARD (cont.) ## R 408.[redacted postal code] Access to scaffold platforms. (cont.) - R 408.[redacted postal code] Accumulation of tools, material, or debris prohibited; weather conditions; slippery conditions; electrical hazards; rope protection; fall protection. - Rule 1212. (1) Excess tools, materials, and debris shall not be permitted to accumulate on a scaffold to create a hazard. (2) Work on or from scaffolds is prohibited during storms or high winds unless a competent person has determined that it is safe for employees to be on scaffold and that the employees are protected by a personal fall arrest system. Wind screens shall not be used unless the scaffold is secured against the anticipated wind forces imposed. a (3) A scaffold shall be kept free of slippery conditions such as those caused by ice, snow, oil, grease, or other slippery compounds. (4) An employee shall not be allowed within 10 feet of uninsulated electrical energized lines. (5) Before a scaffold is erected within 10 feet of a power line all of the following requirements shall be met, as applicable: (a) The utility or property owner is consulted. (b) A power line or electrical apparatus is considered energized unless the property owner or utility indicates it is de-energized and the line or apparatus is visibly grounded. If de-energizing is impractical and the equipment is exposed to contact by an employee, the minimum clearances in table 1 shall be maintained between the scaffold, employee, or material, whichever is closer. (c) The requirements for employees performing power transmission and distribution work, electrical work, or telecommunications work are found in Construction Safety Standard Part 16. "Power Transmission and Distribution," Construction Safety Standard Part 17. "Electrical Installations," and in Construction Safety and Health Standard Part 30. "Telecommunications for Constructions," as referenced in R 408.[redacted postal code]. (6) Table 1 …

[2] Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 2012 (N.L. Reg. 5/12)

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# Back to Top (cont.) ## Scaffold stability (cont.) (3) The poles, legs and uprights of a scaffold shall be securely and rigidly braced to prevent swaying and displacement. (4) A scaffold shall be effectively guyed or secured to a building or structure where the height of the scaffold exceeds 3 times its minimum base. (5) Where building ties or guys are used (a) the first level of ties or guys shall be placed at a height not exceeding 3 times the scaffold minimum base dimension, and additional building ties or guys placed at vertical intervals not exceeding 6 metres; and (b) the ties or guys shall be placed at horizontal intervals of every third bay or 6.4 metres, whichever is the lesser, and at the ends of the scaffold. (6) A building tie shall be capable of resisting a working load of 4 kilonewtons, applied horizontally and perpendicular to the structure, or a proportionately equivalent load where ties are spaced closer together or guying is employed. (7) Where a scaffold is enclosed by a tarp or other cover, bracing for the scaffold shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions or those of a professional engineer to meet design criteria for induced loads. 5/12 s160 ## Back to Top ## Guardrails and toeboards 161. (1) Except as otherwise provided by subsection (2), a work platform 1.22 metres or more above grade or floor level shall have guardrails on all open sides and ends which comply with the requirements of sections 28 and 30 (2) Where an edge of the work platform is adjacent to a structure that provides protection equivalent to guardrails, guardrails may be omitted on that edge and there may be an open space of up to 30 centimetres between the work platform and the structure. (3) Toeboards shall be provided and comply with all the requirements for toeboards set out in these regulations. ## Back to Top 5/12 s161 ## Grounding 162. A metal scaffold located in proximity to a high voltage energized electrical conduct…

[3] Safety and Health Regulations for Construction (OSHA 29 CFR 1926) - 1926.454 - Training requirements

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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR # Occupational Safety and Health Administration - Part Number: 1926 - Part Number - Title: Safety and Health Regulations for Construction - Subpart: 1926 Subpart L - Subpart Title: Scaffolds Standard - Number: - 1926.454 - Title: Training requirements. - GPO Source: e-CFR This section supplements and clarifies the requirements of $ 1926.21(b)(2) as these relate to the hazards of work on scaffolds. ## 1926.454(a) The employer shall have each employee who performs work while on a scaffold trained by a person qualified in the subject matter to recognize the hazards associated with the type of scaffold being used and to understand the procedures to control or minimize those hazards. The training shall include the following areas, as applicable: - 1926.454(a)(1) The nature of any electrical hazards, fall hazards and falling object hazards in the work area; - 1926.454(a)(2) The correct procedures for dealing with electrical hazards and for erecting, maintaining, and disassembling the fall protection systems and falling object protection systems being used; - 1926.454(a)(3) The proper use of the scaffold, and the proper handling of materials on the scaffold; - 1926.454(a)(4) The maximum intended load and the load-carrying capacities of the scaffolds used; and Submit Feedback

[4] Construction Safety and Health Standards (MIOSHA)

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# 1926.451 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (cont.) - 1926.451(e)(5) Ramps and walkways. 1926.451(e)(5)(i) Ramps and walkways 6 feet (1.8m or more above lower levels shall have guardrail systems which comply with subpart M of this part -- Fall Protection; 1926.451(e)(5)(ii No ramp or walkway shall be inclined more than a slope of one (1) vertical to three (3) horizontal (20 degrees above the horizontal). 1926.451(e)(5)(iii) If the slope of a ramp or a walkway is steeper than one (1) vertical in eight (8) horizontal, the ramp or walkway shall have cleats not more than fourteen (14) inches (35 cm) apart which are securely fastened to the planks to provide footing. 1926.451(e)(6) Integral prefabricated scaffold access frames shall: 1926.451(e)(6)(i Be specifically designed and constructed for use as ladder rungs; 1926.451(e)(6)(ii) Have a rung length of at least 8 inches (20 cm); 1926.451(e)(6)(iii) Not be used as work platforms when rungs are less than 11 1/2 inches in length, unless each affected employee uses fall protection, or a positioning device, which complies with 1926.502; 1926.451(e)(6)(iv) Be uniformly spaced within each frame section; 1926.451 1(e)(6)(v) Be provided with rest platforms at 35-foot (10.7 m) maximum vertical intervals on all supported scaffolds more than 35 feet (10.7 m) high; and 1926.451(e)(6)(vi) Have a maximum spacing between rungs of 16 3/4 inches (43 cm). Non-uniform rung spacing caused by joining end frames together is allowed, provided the resulting spacing does not exceed 16 3/4 inches (43 cm). 1926.451(e)(7) Steps and rungs of ladder and stairway type access shall line up vertically with each other between rest platforms. 1926.451(e)(8) Direct access to or from another surface shall be used only when the scaffold is not more than 14 inches (36 cm) horizontally and not more than 24 inches (61 cm) vertically from the other surface. 1926.451(e)(9) Effective September 2, 1997, access for employees erecting or dismantling supported scaffol…

[5] Construction Safety and Health Standards (MIOSHA)

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# 1926.451 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (cont.) ## 1926.451(f) "Use." (cont.) 1926.451(f)(6) The clearance between scaffolds and power lines shall be as follows: Scaffolds shall not be erected, used, dismantled, altered, or moved such that they or any conductive material handled on them might come closer to exposed and energized power lines than as follows: <table><tr><th colspan="3">*INSULATED LINES</th></tr><tr><td>VOLTAGE</td><td>MINIMUM DISTANCE</td><td>ALTERNATIVES</td></tr><tr><td>Less than 300 volts</td><td>3 feet (0.9 m)</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>300 volts to 50 kv</td><td>10 feet (3.1 m)</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>More than 50 kv</td><td>10 feet (3.1 m) plus 0.4 inches (1.0 cm) for each kv over 50 kv</td><td>2 times the length of the line insulator, but never less than 10 feet (3.1 m)</td></tr><tr><td colspan="3">*UNINSULATED LINES</td></tr><tr><td>VOLTAGE</td><td>MINIMUM DISTANCE</td><td>ALTERNATIVES</td></tr><tr><td>Less than 50 kv</td><td>10 feet (3.1 m)</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>More than 50 kv</td><td>10 feet (3.1 m) plus 0.4 inches (1.0 cm) for each kv over 50 kv</td><td>2 times the length of the line insulator, but never less than 10 feet (3.1 m)</td></tr></table> Exception to paragraph (f)(6): Scaffolds and materials may be closer to power lines than specified above where such clearance is necessary for performance of work, and only after the utility company, or electrical system operator, has been notified of the need to work closer and the utility company, or electrical system operator, has deenergized the lines, relocated the lines, or installed protective coverings to prevent accidental contact with the lines. 1926.451(f)(7) Scaffolds shall be erected, moved, dismantled, or altered only under the supervision and direction of a competent person qualified in scaffold erection, moving, dismantling or alteration. Such activities shall be performed only by experienced and trained employees selected for such work by the competent person. 1926.451(f)(8)…

[6] Safety and Health Regulations for Construction (OSHA 29 CFR 1926) - 1926.454 - Training requirements

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# Occupational Safety and Health Administration (cont.) ## 1926.454(a) (cont.) - 1926.454(a)(5) - Any other pertinent requirements of this subpart. - 1926.454(b) The employer shall have each employee who is involved in erecting, disassembling, moving, operating, repairing, maintaining, or inspecting a scaffold trained by a competent person to recognize any hazards associated with the work in question. The training shall include the following topics, as applicable: - 1926.454(b)(1) The nature of scaffold hazards; - 1926.454(b)(2) The correct procedures for erecting, disassembling, moving, operating, repairing, inspecting, and maintaining the type of scaffold in question; - 1926.454(b)(3) The design criteria, maximum intended load-carrying capacity and intended use of the scaffold; - 1926.454(b)(4) - Any other pertinent requirements of this subpart. - 1926.454(c) When the employer has reason to believe that an employee lacks the skill or understanding needed for safe work involving the erection, use or dismantling of scaffolds, the employer shall retrain each such employee so that the requisite proficiency is regained. Retraining is required in at least the following situations: - 1926.454(c)(1) Where changes at the worksite present a hazard about which an employee has not been previously trained; or - 1926.454(c)(2) Where changes in the types of scaffolds, fall protection, falling object protection, or other equipment present a hazard about which an employee has not been previously trained; or - 1926.454(c)(3) - Where inadequacies in an affected employee's work involving scaffolds indicate that the employee has not retained the requisite proficiency. Feedback Submit

[7] OSHA Construction Industry Standards Requiring Programs, Inspections, Procedures Records and/or Training (NCDOL)

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# 1926.451-GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (cont.) ## Inspections and Tests (cont.) 1926.451(g)(2)-Effective September 2, 1997, the employer shall have a competent person determine the feasibility and safety of providing fall protection for employees erecting or dismantling supported scaffolds. Employers are required to provide fall protection for employees erecting or dismantling supported scaffolds where the installation and use of such protection is feasible and does not create a greater hazard. 1926.451(g)(4)(xiv)-Manila. or plastic (or other synthetic) rope being used for toprails or midrails shall be inspected by a competent person as frequently as necessary to ensure that it continues to meet the strength requirements of paragraph (g) [Fall Protection] of this section. ## Recordkeeping 1926.451(d)(3)(i)-Before the scaffold is used, direct connections shall be evaluated by a competent person who shall confirm, based on the evaluation, that the supporting surfaces are capable of supporting the loads to be imposed. In addition, masons' multi-point adjustable suspension scaffold connections shall be designed by an engineer experienced in such scaffold design. 1926.451(d)(12)(iv)-Clips shall be inspected and retightened to the manufacturer's recommendations at the start of each workshift thereafter. ## Training and Communications 1926.451(f)(7)-Scaffolds shall be erected, moved, dismantled, or altered only under the supervision and direction of a competent person qualified in scaffold erection, moving, dismantling or alteration. Such activities shall be performed only by experienced and trained employees selected for such work by the competent person. ## Competent Person 1926.451(b)(10)-Scaffold components manufactured by different manufacturers shall not be intermixed unless the components fit together without force and the scaffold's structural integrity is maintained by the user. Scaffold components manufactured by different manufacturers shall not be modified i…

[8] Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 2012 (N.L. Reg. 5/12)

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# Back to Top (cont.) ## Definitions (cont.) (e) "painter's plank" means a single manufactured extension staging; (f) "running scaffold" means a double-pole scaffold comprised of 2 or more bays; (g) "scaffold" or "scaffolding" means a temporary work platform and its supporting structure used for supporting workers or materials or both; and (h) "single pole scaffold" means a scaffold with the outer ends of the bearers supported on ledgers secured to a single row of posts or uprights, and the inner ends of the bearers supported on or in a wall. 5/12 s157 ## Back to Top ## Responsibilities 158. (1) Employers shall ensure that scaffolds used by their workers are in safe condition, regardless of who erected the scaffolds. (2) A scaffold shall be erected, altered and dismantled by, or under the direct supervision of, qualified workers. (3) A scaffold shall be inspected daily before use and after a modification. (4) A damaged scaffold component shall not be used until it has been effectively repaired. 5/12 s158 ## Back to Top ## Standards 159. Unless otherwise permitted by this Part, a scaffold shall be designed, erected and maintained in accordance with the requirements of (a) ANSI Standard A10.8 - 1988 "American National Standard for Construction and Demolition Operations - Scaffolding - Safety Requirements"; (b) ANSI Standard A14.7- 1991 "Safety Requirements for Mobile Ladder Stands and Mobile Ladder Stand Platforms"; (c) CSA Standard CAN/CSA-Z271 "Safety Code for Suspended Powered Platforms"; (d) another standard acceptable to the minister; or (e) the written requirements of a professional engineer. ## Back to Top 5/12 s159 ## Scaffold stability 160. (1) A scaffold shall be erected with vertical members plumb and ledgers and bearers level. (2) The lower end of the vertical support of a scaffold shall be supported by firm and adequately sized foundations or sills.

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