At this time of year, tourists flock to our corner of the world to experience the beautiful coastline, historic landmarks and world-class restaurants for which Cornwall is famed. Whilst Cornwall is increasingly becoming a year-round destination, tourism comes into its own during summer months when the roads and beaches seem full to the brim! But …
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When undertaking a home renovation in Cornwall, ensuring the safety and efficiency of your project is paramount. One essential aspect of many renovations is scaffolding. At 7 Bays Scaffolding, we understand that planning a scaffolding project can seem daunting. This guide will help you navigate the process, from initial considerations to project completion. Why Scaffolding …
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Scaffolding is an integral part of the construction industry, providing workers a safe and stable platform to carry out various tasks at height. In this section, we will explore the different types of scaffolding commonly used in construction projects. There are various types of scaffolding – each has a different role for a variety of …
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Scaffolding is a temporary structure essential for construction and maintenance work It plays a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of workers, however, the improper use and maintenance of scaffolding can lead to accidents and injuries that are entirely preventable. Here we’ll have a look at scaffolding safety to ensure that every worker …
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As one of North Cornwall’s favourite scaffolding companies, we excel in treating each and every client we work with as a valued individual. Whoever we work with and whatever the scale of the job, from local authorities to housing associations and specialist contractors (and everything in between!), we take pride in every scaffolding project we …
Scaffolding on the public highway holds potentially more risk than that on a building site, purely because the general public is not aware of hazards associated with scaffolding which could make them more susceptible to possible injury. For this reason, when requiring highway scaffolding in Cornwall it is vital that you use a fully-trained, properly …
Here at 7 Bays Scaffolding we get tasked with erecting all sorts of unique scaffold projects. From public highway scaffolding to temporary roofs, temporary staircases and everything in between, the day in the life of a scaffolder in Cornwall is often varied and interesting. Then sometimes something really unusual comes along…! Nothing quite compares to …
Scaffolding Inspections (and What You Need to Know About Them) Under the Work at Height Regulations act 2005, all scaffolding must be inspected by law to ensure its safety. Any equipment exposed to conditions that may cause it to deteriorate should be inspected. This falls under the responsibility of the scaffold users/those hiring the scaffolding …
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After the recent global outbreak of Covid-19, the latest governmental provisions require that continuation of any sort of construction work can only be authorised when adequate safety conditions are adopted to keep workers protected. Like many others in the construction industry, here at 7 Bays Scaffolding we are working hard to keep everyone safe in …
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Whether building 1 or 1000 new homes, the team at 7 Bays Scaffolding work with house building companies to provide new build scaffolding services in Cornwall and beyond. From tender stage, to scaffolding erection and safe removal at the end of the project, we work closely with residential and commercial development firms to ensure that …