The cold, wet, windy winter season is upon us, bringing with it its own set of challenges and considerations, especially for those working in construction. The Cornish weather can pose significant risks, particularly to the scaffolding structures used in construction sites, so understanding scaffolding safety is even more important at this time of year. Scaffolding …
Scaffolding is one of the most useful ways to work on the side of a building or high overhead without hanging off a ladder. When assembled correctly, scaffolding provides a safe and stable working area to keep the whole site safe and secure. But some things can affect the way your scaffold performs. Weather is …
Temporary Safety Handrails and Staircases Cornwall Here at 7 Bays Scaffolding we regularly get asked to erect temporary edge protection, safety handrails and temporary staircases in Cornwall and beyond. Our specifically designed safety systems are aimed at fall prevention and will bring your construction site into British standards of compliant safety practice so that everyone …
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Working from height is a hazardous activity which causes an average of 35 fatalities per year in the UK and accounts for 28% of all workplace accidents. Whether mending a roof, painting a high wall, or building a house, using properly installed scaffolding can increase the safety of the height task you are carrying out. …
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Health and safety is our uppermost concern here at 7 Bays Scaffolding. The importance of scaffolding safety can never be underestimated, so we do everything within our power to ensure that the scaffolding we erect adheres to all health and safety regulations and is as soundly built and safe as can be. We make sure …
At this time of year, the weather takes a turn for the worse and here at 7 Bays Scaffolding we see an influx of enquiries about fitting temporary roofs in Cornwall. Temporary roofs can be crucial for the renovation of buildings; they protect from weathering and stop the building’s structural design being weakened. Sometimes we …
Temporary Roofs in Cornwall and Why Your Project Needs One… Read More »