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Magazine of the Scaffold Industry Association of CanadaOntario Chapter www.scaffoldaccess.ca

ACCESS CANADAMARCH 2007

New CSA Standard for MAST CLIMBERS

Profiles- Hydro Mobile- Klimer- SkyRider

www.hydro -mobile.com

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tableOf Contents

SIAC New Members

articles 4 President’s Message 5 Ontario Chapter News 7 Wake Stock Project 8 Scaffold Training in Nigeria 9 Fall Protection for PEWPS 10 Scaffold -A Profession 10 New CSA Standard 11 Product Testing 18 Safety Talks 20 Code of Safe Practice 22 Skyrider Profile

Profile 12 Hydro MobileMast climbers

Profile 16 Klimer Mast climbers

Cover: Courtesy of Hydro Mobile Mosque Project in Michigan, USA

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2006-2007 PRESIDENT JOHN O’HARA [email protected]

PAST PRESIDENT PETER CHRISTIE [email protected]

ADVISOR TO PRESIDENT AL SQUIRE

[email protected]

SECRETARY CHRIS EARNSHAW [email protected]

TREASURER MIKE VAN VOLSEN [email protected]

DIRECTOR DARREN YOUNG [email protected]

NATIONAL DIRECTOR ROGER MARSLAND [email protected]

DIRECTOR GRAHAM MACLEOD [email protected] INTERNATIONAL DIRECTOR STEPHEN PIKE [email protected]

DIRECTOR MIKE CUTRONE

[email protected] DIRECTOR JOHN ROSENTHAL [email protected]

Also generating much interest is the new CSA Standard Z797 for Scaffold erection and dismantling procedures that is making solid progress under the

direction of chairman John Brasil (EIW) and his committee. This much awaited new standard that will be used across Canada is a major undertaking and we expect to have a more detailed report in our next issue, after the committee meets in late April in Vancouver. In the meantime our thanks to this committee for their time, expertise and not least of all the expense involved in the compilation of this new standard in the interest of safety in our Industry.

Of special interest to all SIAC members is the ongoing dialogue between the Canadian chapters with respect to the proposed formation of the SIAC

National Executive that would be comprised of two members nominated from each chapter with an elected chairperson to oversee activities. The current National Directors of each chapter continue to meet via teleconference and are now close to concluding our discussions with regard to the National structure and nominations.

I am pleased to announce that the inaugural meeting of the new SIAC, Atlantic Chapter is tentatively set for late April , 2007 in Halifax. When established we

will have the benefit of another strongly independent chapter willing to share their wealth of experience for the mutual benefit of our industry. This new chapter will certainly add a much needed presence in Atlantic Canada and for further details of this meeting please contact Eric Roberts at: [email protected]

President’s Message

The Road Ahead Well we have certainly generated tremendous

interest with the launch of our magazine from coast to coast with many requests for information and copies long after final distribution of the first issue.

As one of the fastest growing sectors of our industry Mast Climbing Platforms have become an everyday

scene in many major cities across Canada. It is not sur-prising that we now have a new standard, CSA B354.5 “Mast Climbing Work Platforms” to be issued later this

month.Some details of this new standard are included in this issue.

ACCESSCANADAMagazineisPublishedbytheStaffofTheScaffoldIndustryAssociationofCanada

Editor: John O’Hara [email protected]: Bill Nasrala [email protected] Advertising: Chris Earnshaw [email protected] Production Advisor: Al Squire [email protected] Membership: Michael Van Volsen [email protected] Technical Advisor: Jim Wilkinson, P.Eng. [email protected]

President’s Message Continued on Page 5


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ONTARIO CHAPTER NEWS

COMMITTEES 2006-2007 FALLPROTECTION & WEBSITE STEPHEN PIKE [email protected]

MAST CLIMBING BRIAN FORRESTER [email protected]

POWERED ELEVATED WORK PLAT. GRAHAM MACLEOD [email protected]

SCAFFOLD DARREN YOUNG [email protected]

SWINGSTAGE IAN HAIG [email protected] SENATE PETER CHRISTIE [email protected]

STRATEGIC PLANNING PETER KING [email protected]

MEMBERSHIP JOHN O’HARA [email protected]

TRAINING AL SQUIRE [email protected] COMMUNICATIONS ROGER MARSLAND [email protected]

Jim Wilkinson retires from Ministry of Labour

After almost 30 years of public service in construc-tion safety Jim leaves the Ministry to enter the

private sector.

As many of us in the scaffold industry know, Jim has held various senior positions with the Occu-

pational Health and Safety Division of the Ministry of Labour and was instrumental in the development of provincial policies and regulations involving health and safety in the construction industry and in particular, scaffolds and mechanical access equipment that are key to the scaffold industry.

Jim has always been a strong supporter of the SIAC–Ontario Chapter from the early days in the 1980’s to the most recent initiatives of the current membership

and has always provided sound and candid advice and information on health and safety issues that face our industry.

The development of standards and codes has been one of Jim’s passionate in-terests and he currently participates on a number of Canadian, American and

International standards committees. Jim plans to continue with his work as chair of the CSA B354 technical committee for Elevating Work Platforms including the development of a new standard for transport platforms.

Jim has now joined HITE Engineering Corporation, a consulting engineering firm specializing in a broad range of health and safety issues, and hopes to con-

tinue his contribution to health and safety in the scaffold industry. HITE Engineer-ing Corporation is one of the new members of the SIAC.

Our expertise is in worldwide demand as recently John Rosenthal, Dunn-Wright Engineering, was in Nigeria providing scaffold training to a major corporation.

So successful was this venture that John will soon be returning to present further courses in the area. John is currently an active Director of the Ontario chapter and a much-valued contributor to our magazine.

On this topic I would encourage all other chapters to provide us with details of your activities in the industry with special projects of great interest to all our readers so that we can share our expertise and achievements. Such contributions, criti-

cism, letters to the Editor, etc. are vital to a valid Canadian voice.

The Annual General Meeting of the Ontario Chapter is scheduled for April 25th 2007 in Toronto; details are on our web site. I look forward to seeing as many members as possible as there will be updates on several key issues including the

status of scaffold training in the Province. In the meantime we continue to promote the SIAC and look forward to a brighter, better-informed future.

John O’Hara President SIAC Ontario Chapter

President’s Message Continued from Page 4

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Mills Construction Products is dedicated to consistently providing technologically advanced scaffold

and shoring systems of aluminum and steel. All of which are user-friendly, safe, rugged, efficient

and of the highest quality.

Versa™ System Scaffold was designed using a patented reverse wedge and elastic mouthpiece.

This design has many advantages and is compatible with other rosette systems.

The Versa™ Bleacher System, when used in conjunction with Versa™

System Scaffold and Versa Light™ Plank System offers the versatility

of custom applications. This system is proven and reliable and offers

a wide variety of uses including special events and theme parks.


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Wake stock project Continued on Page 9

WAkE STOCk SummER 2006 OAklEy lAuNCH POOl PROjECT

In summer of 2005 Mills Construction Products Inc. embarked on a unique and challenging project. The project consisted of four main aspects, the first a start deck utilizing the Mills patented Versa™ systems scaffold with access stair.

The deck measured 21 feet wide by 20 feet long

which utilized the Mills 10’ platform and was overlaid with a nylon board (puck board) which allowed for the lowest possible coefficient of friction to enable the wake boarders to slide in to the start pool that was supported by a network of 5’ x 5’ and 3’ x 5’ frames stacked one on top of another to height of 8’, with adjust-able screw jacks. The frames were in turn diagonally braced with 1 ½” schedule 40 alu-minum tube and Thiel tube to frame scaffold clamps. The top pool deck measured 50’ long x 20’ wide. To achieve the required load capacity for a pool measuring 12” deep with the equivalent weight of an 8” concrete slab we used adjustable U heads to locate the 21’ long 6 ½’ aluminum beams which acted as string-ers on 5’ centers with 24’ long 6 ½” beams cross overlaid on 16”centres. These centers then had the ¾” plywood screwed on which would in turn support the custom liner built for the upper starting pool. The sup-ports and shoring component of the pool was done with the help of Martin Devlin of Devlin engineering. The shor-ing design for the support of the upper pool was simple enough, how to support the pool liners was the main issue to be considered. What we came up with was to make a custom triangular support for both the upper pool and lower pool with horizontal bracing and longitudinal bracing with plywood cladding which would then in turn be covered by the liner itself.

By Owen Lubinski, MILLS CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS INC.


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Since April last year, Dunn-Wright Engineering has been working on a Joint Venture project with The Oil Resources Development Company of Nigeria

(TORDCO), located in Port Harcourt, to offer The Scaffold Industry Associa-tion Training Programs to workers in the Oil and Natural Gas and Construc-tion industries in Nigeria and the West African sub-region. TORDCO is an indigenous oil industry services company incorporated in 1992 to provide professional integrated services to the oil and allied industries, such as:• International Labour Supply• Drilling Services• Oilfield Engineering and Construction Services• Consultancy Services• Inspection Services John Rosenthal, P.Eng. travelled to Nigeria in November to help promote the SIA training programs. A general seminar on scaffold training was held, as well as visits with rig operators, and a basic Hazard Awareness training session was given to workers leaving for a job in Angola. Our presentations were promoted by the Trade Commissioner for Oil and Gas Equipment and Services, in the office of the Deputy High Commission of Canada in Lagos, and the sessions were well received by all we met. The pro-grams are being supported by the Nigerian Institute of Safety Professionals. Some bad and some good scaffolding applications were observed in Port Har-court – but all of them could take advantage of our services: TORDCO posted the following on their web site [www.tordcoltd.com]: TORDCO is happy to report the success of our scaffold training seminar held on the 18th of November, 2006 in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. The chief instruc-tor of the TORDCO/Dunn-Wright JV training program in scaffold construc-tion and use, Mr. John Rosenthal of Dunn-Wright Engineering Inc. has since returned home to Ontario, Canada.

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SCAFFOlD TRAINING PRESENTATION

The assistance of the National President, and the Rivers State Chairman of the Nigerian Institute of Safety Professionals (NISP) was largely instrumental in making this groundbreaking joint venture a success. We implore you to join in taking advantage of this training opportunity to enhance the scaffold skills of your workers in the use and construction/maintenance of scaffolds and scaf-folding materials. Some of those who benefited from the seminar/training program include, Transocean Support Services, the Nigerian Institute of Safety Professionals, Scaffolders from Daewoo Nigeria NLNG construction, and representatives of a youth organization in Ogoniland, Rivers State.

ON WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31, I RECEIVED A MESSAGE FROM TORDCO THAT THE RIG OPERATING COMPANY WE MADE OUR SCAFFOLD TRAINING PRESENTATION HAS REQUESTED TRAINING FOR 80 WORK-ERS IN EARLY FEBRUARY OR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

By John Rosenthal, P. Eng.


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By Graham Macleod, SIAC Director and Chair of the Ontario Powered Elevating Work Platform Council, Member of the CSA B354,

Technical Committee for Elevating Work Platforms

The lower pool because of the depth of water being 4’ on grade had to have

a much heftier support which utilized the same type of horizontal ties as the up-per pool but had to be reinforced like a scaffold frame with a cross brace 3’ x 3’. The horizontal bracing for the upper and lower pool supports acted both as support for the pool liner as well as a medium to attach the 5/8” plywood to.

Due to the dynamic forces of water we had to design a way to tie in the bottom pool supports that would satisfy engineer-ing. We came up with a cable tie in system that would lie over the ground and tie directly to the opposite triangular

support and was then covered by hay so as to not damage the pool liner. The bottom pool measured 40’ wide x 80’ long. The upper pool also incorporated a deck walkway on either side measuring 5’ wide x 63’ long to allow the media to film from every angle. The actual slider rails were fabricated out of plywood which was in turn supported by massive aluminum bleacher like bents that measured 12” high at their lowest points and 8’ high at their highest point and 14’ long overall. These were in turn braced at two points horizontally together depending on the offset spacing required for the rails. Please refer to the schematic courtesy of The Toronto Star for actual depiction of the structures. For more information visit us on the World Wide Web www.mills-scaffold.com contributed by Owen Lubinski. For more event information visit www.wakestock.com

Wake stock project Continued from Page 7

Fall Prevention and Powered Elevating Work Platforms.

The Powered Elevating Work Platform Council of the Scaffold Industry Association of Canada, its members, and the regu-latory authorities across Canada, unanimously agree, that we do not want to arrest falls, we want to prevent them. To that

end a fall prevention program is a requirement on construction sites where a worker is exposed to a fall of 3 meters or more.

Many sites attempt to comply with fall prevention legislation with the application of a single appliance, the full body har-ness with shock absorbing lanyard. In the case of Scissor or Boom type powered elevating work platforms; this is poten-

tially the wrong device.

It is important to remember that on a scissor type or boom type powered elevating work platform, a properly attached and maintained guard rail system provides the fall protection for the worker under the CSA Standard and provincial legislation.

The requirement of the worker to attach to the platform, is a travel restraint requirement, and should be accomplished by the use of the appropriate device, designed to keep the worker within the confines of the guard rail system. A shock

absorbing lanyard, used in a travel restraint system, is not such a device. A shock absorbing lanyard, if it deploys, can become long enough to allow a worker out of the platform, and this is not the desired result.

A full body harness with a fixed length lanyard, of sufficient length to keep the worker within the guard rails, is what is required, and should be worn on powered elevating work platforms. The manufacturers of lanyard attachment points

designed in accordance with CSA standard take this fact into consideration and are placed at floor level, or mid rail.

Fall prevention can not be achieved, in all cases, with a single appliance. Having your supplier of powered elevating work platforms talk to your Health and Safety Representative may clarify this position.


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As chair of the CSA B354 technical committee for “elevating work platforms” , I am pleased to announce the technical approval of the B354.5 ”Mast Climbing Work Platforms” draft standard and its anticipated publication in March of this

year. This will be the first Canadian standard for mast climbing work platforms and represents the culmination of years of work by the task group of the technical committee.I would like to commend the task group members for their hard work and dedication to the development of this standard, in particular, the representatives from the Canadian manufacturers and the CSST in Quebec. The design and manufacturing provisions of the new standard are truly harmonized with the soon to be published Interna-tional Standards Organization ISO 16369 standard and the American National Sandards Institute ANSI A92.9 Standard. The CSA harmonized standard will provide consistent design requirements between Canada, United States, and the international marketplace. The new CSA B354.5 Standard is a comprehensive standard addressing not only design and manufacturing but also a broad range of user requirements. Users will find information on safe operating practices, site specific installation requirements, main-tenance, inspection, and erector and operator training.

“IsitOKifwebracethecantileverthisway?”.”DoyouwantustobuildEnglishorAmerican?”.”Howdoyouwantthecheckclampsattheladderbrackets?”.”Whatloadsafetyfactordoyouwantforthecounterweightcalculations?”.

Someofyouaresmilingrightnow-youknowwhatI’mtalkingabout.ThesearethetypeofquestionsIgetfromscaffoldtrainees-eagerforinformation,abetterunderstandingoftheweightandcomplexityofthestructuresthattheyarebuild-ing.Theireagernessistemperedonlybythesameuniqueblendofpride,indepen-denceandbravadotheyusetoplytheirtrade“upatheight”.

Contrastthiswiththeheadlines,practicallyeveryday,screaming“WorkersKilledinScaffoldCollapse”,“DramaticDowntownRescuefromScaffold”,and“Com-panyFinedforFatalScaffoldFall”.

ContrastthisagainwiththeliterallyTHOUSANDSofscaffoldstructuresthatarerequiredeveryyearacrossCanada,fortheconstruction,maintenance,shoringandformingofourindustryandinfrastructure.Thinkaboutthisforasecond:Trytak-ing the scaffolding out of the Alberta tarsands refineries and see what you’ve got! Whatdoyouthinkthepriceforaliterofgaswouldbeiftherewerenoscaffold-ers?

Butno,let’snotrecognize“Scaffolding”asatrade,-aproperprofession.Let’snotacknowledgethetensofthou-sandsofhardworkingscaffoldersinthiscountrywhofeedtheirfamiliesbyscaffoldingwithaREALprofes-sionaldesignation.Let’srelegatetheseguys(andgirlstoo)toanobscuresubsetofatradethatalsoincludesworkerswhobuildbeautifulcabinetsinhomesandotherswhoinstallcomplexindustrialmachineryinplants.Let’signorethelives,thelivelihoodsandthecostsoflivingthathingeontheprofessionalskillsofscaffolders. ThetruthisthatonlythroughworkingASANINDUSTRYthroughorganizationssuchastheSIAC,cantheCanadianscaffolding industry finally find its voice, - and thereforeit’sidentityasaprofessionalindustry.

By Stephen Pike [email protected]

Scaffolding-A Profession Continued on Page 14

New CSA Standard Continued on Page 14Scaffolding - A Profession

New CSA Standard for Mast Climbing Work Platforms

CSA Members Also Lead Development of International Standard By James Wilkinson, P.Eng.


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Welded Tubular Frame Scaffolds for Access PurposesTesting of scaffold frames becomes more and more important as new manufacturers come into the industry, and as

more product is imported into the country. Another consideration is the amount of used equipment entering the marketplace. There is no way to determine whether the used equipment had been properly maintained by the previous owner(s) or what kind(s) of material(s) the frames are made from.You will need to have some sort of test data if you ever have an accident with your equipment. If you happened to purchase frames that were made in Lower Slobovia, for example, and the fabricator had used a very soft alloy, it is likely that failure would occur if the frames were highly loaded.Similarly, if you purchased used frames from a salvage dealer, and you didn’t know who owned the frames previously, it’s pos sible that they might have been sitting in the ocean for 6 months and rusted the inside (unpainted) surface of the frame legs. If these frames were loaded heavily, they would not be able to support the same amount of load that new frames could.In order to ensure that the frames you are using are safe, and comply with the requirements of the CSA Standard, the supplier of the scaffold should be able to provide a copy of test report(s) identifying the rated capacity of the frames.Many years ago, the Scaffolding, Shoring and Forming Institute (SSFI) developed a test procedure for rating scaffold frames which was ultimately adopted into Canadian Standard CSA S269.2.The test configuration was defined as a tower, three frames high, braced in the usual manner, with screwjacks top and bottom extended 300 mm (12”) beyond the frame leg. The CSA committee decided that tower was to be erected at the maximum deviation from plumb acceptable in the Standard.

Testing ApparatusThe test apparatus is required by CSA to be either a standard type of compression testing machine or a testing rig

manufactured specifically for the purpose of testing scaffolding provided that the rig complies with requirements set out in the Standard.

LoadingCSA S269.2 requires that:

(a) The tower loads are to be applied in a way similar to the way the loads will be applied during field use, and that does not prevent side-sway.(b) The rate of application of loading the frame legs is within specific limits.(c) The failure load and any type of deformation, such as buckling, is to be recorded as well as the load at which the deformation began to take place.

Test ReportCSA requires that a test report must be issued which has to include the

following major parts:(a) a description of the test apparatus, including any necessary sketches, drawings, or photographs;(b) description(s) of the component(s) tested, including dimensions and weights of the component members;(c) specifications of the component(s) tested, including specification(s) of the applicable materials;(d) a description of testing procedure and any special conditions that, if different, would affect the results of the tests;(e) a table or a graph representing the test results;(f ) the ultimate capacity of the component or assembly;(g) the signature of test supervisor; and(h) verification of the test results by an independent professional engineer, who witnessed the test and certified the accuracy of the test report.

North American manufacturers generally have test facilities available to them, but they are not likely to test frames for anyone but themselves. It is getting more difficult to get schools, like the University of Toronto, to carry out testing

for us, due to the demands of students and faculty. Engineers in the scaffolding business can usually make some sort of arrangement to get equipment tested, but it can be quite expensive.

Product TestingFirst in a Series By John Rosenthal, P. Eng.


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COMPANy PROfILe fOR HyDRO MOBILe

In the mid 80’s, on the outskirts of Montreal, Canada, a group of independent masons decided to get together to figure out a way to boost efficiency, ensure personal and material safety, and increase profit on their work sites. To address their common

needs, they took their requirements and turned to a renowned local inventor for help. He decided to combine hydraulic power with ratchet drive technology; a solution that turned out to be a revolutionary alternative to traditional scaffolds. The newly founded company experienced great success, expanded, and became Hydro Mobile, today‘s largest manufacturer of mast climb-ing work platforms in North America. Commercialized through a vast network of dedicated distributors, Hydro Mobile’s work platforms are designed to be safe, ergonomic, easy to set up, and easy to use. The platforms increase worksite productivity by up to 30%, reduce worker fatigue and considerably decrease the risk of injuries.

The M-series is most commonly used for facade works that require high loading capacity. Supporting weights of up to

20,000 lb., it has one of the highest load capacities in the market. What’s more, a multitude of accessories adapts to the M-series, allowing the platform to conform to an extended range of architec-tural configurations, whether angles, corners or circular shapes.

With more than 5,000 platforms sold in North America, Hydro Mobile has made safety and customer service its priorities. For example, the Hydro Mobile University was created in order to provide training seminars to the users to help them

optimize their use of platforms and make their work environment as safe as possible. Moreover, a designated team of skilled engineers offers technical support and designs custom solutions for clients to help elevating efficiency.To download complete specifications, learn more about Hydro Mobile’s products, and find a distributor in your area, please visit www.hydro-mobile.com or call toll free 1.888.484.9376

Hydro Mobile is a privately owned corporation. The company is mainly involved in the design, manufacturing and distri-

bution of mast climbing work platforms for the construction in-dustry. Hydro Mobile platforms are distributed throughout North America and Europe through a wide network of distributors that are recognized as key players in construction equipment sales and rental. With over 5000 platforms on the market, Hydro Mobile is unquestionably the leader of the industry.


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The F-series is the most flexible platform in the market. With the highest speed to capacity ratio on the market, it is best suited for heights of 100 feet or more and can accommodate multi-trade work, covering a wide variety of types of work:

windows, EIFS, Stucco, painting, and even bricklaying. What’s more, platforms are independent and can be operated sepa-rately to work at different heights simultaneously.

The P-series is perfect for smaller jobs that require high loading capacity and for restrained work areas. Small enough to fit through a 36” opening, the P-Series platforms have a high load capacity to size ratio and are ideal for multi-residential or

small commercial masonry jobs ranging between 15 and 100 feet in height.

For additional information, contact:Thierry Lachapelle Chad BaumgartnerMarketing Director Director Business US DevelopmentHydro Mobile Inc. Hydro Mobile Inc.Tel : (450) 589-8100 Tel : (262) 573-3381-888-484-9376 Tel : (262) 644-4447WWW.HYDRO-MOBILE.COM



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Historical backgroundThe development of the CSA standard began in 1998. At

that time the International Standards Organization (ISO) had completed the development of the first ISO 16369 standard for mast climbing work platforms. The ISO standard addressed the specifications for mast climbing work platforms using electric rack and pinion drive mechanisms but did not address the in-novative drive units developed in Canada.Ratchet drive systems, screw drives, and multiple hydraulic drive units were not addressed in the ISO standard. This standard as written would have created a competitive disadvantage for many of the Canadian manufactured mast climbers.Accordingly, a task group of the B354 technical committee was established to develop design requirements for all types of mast climbing work platforms and to prepare a comprehensive CSA standard.The technical design and manufacturing requirements were completed in 2002 and the task group then went on to develop the “user” part of the standard. This part includes safe operating practices, site installation requirements, maintenance and inspec-tion provisions and operator training.In 2003 members of the task group approached the Interna-tional Standards Organization to effectively re write the recently published ISO 16369 standard to address the variety of drive mechanisms manufactured in Canada. Through a great deal of effort the Canadian committee members wereable to lead the development of the new ISO standard 16369 “mast climbing work platforms” .This new ISO standard has been modelled from the CSA stan-dard and will be published later this year. The ISO standard now uses performance based language that will allow for flexibility and innovation in the design of mast climbing work platforms.The harmonization of the Canadian, American and Internation-al standards will go a long way to advance safety and productiv-ity in the access industry.

New CSA Standard Continued from Page 10

Scaffolding-A Profession Continued from Page 10

Justthinkaboutyourcurrentheadaches.Nomatterwhereyou fit in the scaffolding industry you’re probably contend-ingwithallofthesameissues:regulations,training,liability,insurance,safety,humanresources,qualitycontrol,andsoon.

Andjusthowdoweexpecttocontendwithalloftheseissuesindividually?Howdoweexpecttodealwiththeseissuesasanindustrythatcan’tevenprofessionallyrecognizeorac-credittheirfrontlinepersonnel?

Note:The CSA B354 committee, including the chair, is made up of volunteer members knowledgeable in the area of elevating work platforms who collectively represent a balance of manu-facturer, regulator, user and general interests.


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Mast-Climbing Work PlatformsSince 1993, Klimer has provided industry-

leading mast-climbing work platform solutions as a distributor, rental, sales and installation provider. In 1999 Klimer invested in a Research and Development program to create a mast climbing work platform that better served our market. This effort resulted in the de-velopment of the high capacity KPM-8 which combines the heavy capacities of the slower moving hydraulic mast climber with the rapid smooth travel of the traditional rack and pinion systems. The KPM-8 proved a great success in the field and demand for it has soared. In addition requests for a medium duty mast climber with similar travel characteristics in a self combined system were being heard. In 2005, Klimer met the challenge with the development and launching of the very popular KlimerLite.

Manufacturing of the KPM-8 and KlimerLite has created additional revenues though product sales, rentals and services. It has helped form distribution channels to rent and sell Klimer products across the United States and Canada, as well as increase Kilmer’s’ own rental fleet to over 60 platforms. This ongoing development has contributed to over 25% average sales growth in each of the last four years. Kilmer’s present goal is to increase its Canadian presence with the addi-tion of distributors in key market areas.

Klimer Manufacturing

KPM-8 – Heavy Duty Applications The KPM-8 is designed for heavy duty projects

such as concrete and masonry restoration, stone, glazing & architectural & structural repair. Its heavy capacities and fast vertical travel speed make it a great choice for general contractors to use as a multiple trade platform. Shortly after the KPM-8 was introduced one of the most popular accessories to date became available, the 2 or 4 wheel drive self propelled chassis. The self drive offers the greatest benefits on those applications that are between 30’ ft and 100’ft high and where multiple platform relocations are required. The KPM-8 on a self propelled chassis can be moved with up to 85’ft of mast intact and 56 ‘ft of platform length in place, dependant on ground conditions. The self-propelled chassis can easily drive itself into tight locations eliminating the need for a forklift to position the mast climber, dra-matically reducing relocation costs. The self propelled chassis is available on both the KPM-8 and KlimerLite units.


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The KlimerLite – Medium duty AccessThe KlimerLite was designed as a solution to the

challenges being met everyday by contractors requiring the features of a medium duty mast climber with all the benefits of a light duty machine. The KlimerLite design incorporates high travel speeds, high capacities, and high freestanding capabilities while maintaining components light enough to be transported on a trailer behind a ¾ ton truck. It is easily assembled on site by two men without the use of forklift or crane making it perfect for restricted areas with limited access for equipment. The KlimerLite is the best choice for projects that are 30’-300’ + high and was created for a variety of applica-tions including Restoration and Repair, Glazing, Concrete, Roofing & Cornice, Drywall, EIFS and Stucco contractors. The medium duty mast climber is a welcome and profit-able alternative to swing stage and scissor lifts. By using the KlimerLite in place of swing stage contractors can increase their production levels by over 50%.

SETTING THE STANDARD FOR MAST-CLIMB-ING WORK PLATFORMS

The KlimerLite and KPM-8 are designed to meet or exceed the ANSI A92.9 and ISO 16369 standards for mast climbers. Klimer participates in the development of the CSA 354.5 the ISO 16369 the ANSI A92.9 standards for mast-climbing work platforms and the ANSI A92.10 standards for transport platforms.

Klimer provided contractors Brasfield & Gorrie with multi-trade access for this new condo development.

The Klimer platform system increases pro-ductivity by eliminat-ing the need to bring man and material up through the building.

Over 900 m² of scaf-fold access with zero tie backs to structure, ideal for restoration of masonry.

The Klimerlite can eas-ily be installed on roof tops and structural slabs.

Klimer Manufacturing, Inc.7449 Trafalgar RoadHornby, OntarioL0P 1P0CanadaTel: 905 876 4063Tel: 1 888 526 3262 )Fax: 1 905 876 3791Email: [email protected]: www.klimer.com

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SAFETY TALKSSca�olds

If sca�old planks and decks fail, you could beseriously injured or killed from a fall. You couldalso be thrown o� balance and injure yourself withyour tools or equipment.

Laminated veneer lumber planks

• Separation of laminated layers—usually due torepeated changes in moisture levels as layers soakup rain and dry in sun.

• Cuts of any kind.

• Pressure cracks in the top or bottom layer.

• Warping from wear and weather.

• The condition of cleats.

Aluminum/plywood deck panels

• Cuts in aluminum frames.

• Deformed, cracked, or broken fastening hooksand hardware.

• Cracked or broken plywood.

• Bent, cracked, or broken rungs.

• Sliding or other locking devices in goodcondition.

As a general rule, you should plank or deckthe working levels of a sca�old across their fullwidth for maximum support and stability.

Explain dangers

Identify controls

List sca�olds needing inspection on site

Sca�old planks and deck material must beinspected regularl y . Here’s what to check for.

Wood planks

• The right length. Planks must overhang theframe no less than 6 and no more than12 inches (150 - 300 mm).

• Cracks—these can often be detected at the endof the plank. Discard planks with long and deepcracks.

• Cuts on plank edges from saws, tools, sharpobjects. Discard planks with many or deep cuts.

• Worm holes, splits, knots knocked out alongedges, lots of nail holes—discard planks whenthey’re serious.

• Light weight—this can indicate dry rot that can’tbe seen.

• Condition of cleats—damaged cleats should beremoved and replaced.

Check

Split

Sap Line

Spike Knot

Wane

Worm Hole

PLANK DEFECTS

Planks and deckswww.csao.org

Demonstrate

Demonstrate methods of inspecting planks andpanels. Ask crew to inspect sample materials on site.



SAFETY TALKSScaffoldsStructural components

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Structural components of all frame scaffolds mustbe inspected regularly. Inspection should includeframes, feet, connecting pins, braces, and guardrails.

Frames• Uprights and cross-members should not be

cracked, rusty, bent or otherwise deformed.

• All connecting components should fit together square and true.

Feet• Adjustable base plates should work properly.

• Plates should be securely attached to legs to resistuplift as well as compression.

• If mudsills are used, base plates must be nailedto them.

Connecting pins• Frames must be joined together vertically by

connecting pins compatible with the frames.

• Connecting pins must be locked in place toprevent them from loosening and coming out.

• Pins must be free of bends and distortion. If

they don’t fit, get replacements that do.

Braces

• Cross and horizontal braces should not be cracked, rusty, bent, or otherwise deformed.

• Braces should be compatible with frames and free of distortion.

• Horizontal braces must be installed every thirdframe vertically and in each bay laterally.

• Scaffolds higher than three frames must be tied into the structure.

Guardrails

• The work platform must have guardrails.

• Guardrails must be compatible with frames.Guardrails can be made of tube-and-clampcomponents if they’re assembled properly.

Scaffold components that are damaged, defective,or wrongly installed can lead to tip-over or collapse.

Explain dangers

Demonstrate as you talk

List scaffold locations on site

Figure 4.1

STANDARD FRAME SCAFFOLD

Ladder rungs builtinto frame not morethan 12” centre tocentre

Aluminum/plywoodcombination platform


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CODE OF SAFE PRACTICE- FRAME SCAFFOLD; ONTARIO The following are some common sense rules designed to promote safety in the construction of scaffolding. These guide-

lines do not purport to be all-inclusive or replace other additional safety and precautionary measures. They are not intended to supersede the requirements of any provincial regulations, codes and ordinances.

The user shall be responsible to comply with all recognized provisions. Where possible, post the Code of Safe Practice in a con-spicuous place and ensure that all persons who erect, dismantle or use scaffolding are aware of these. It is recommended that these instructions are the subject of tool box meetings.

TRAINING Workers must be properly trained or instructed before they use equipment. Only competent workers may construct scaf-

folds.

INSPECTION Inspect all equipment before using. Never use any equipment that is damaged or defective in any way.

SITE EVALUATION When possible, always survey the job site to identify any potential hazard condition. Complete jobsite hazard evaluation

and amend your standard fall protection plan with site-specific requirements.

FOUNDATIONS Never construct a scaffold on unprepared foundations. Where necessary, provide adequate continuous wood sills and

ensure that they are not less than 50mm x 250mm (2” x 10”) and cover two frame legs in length. Footings, sills or supports must be capable of supporting at least 2 times the maximum load to which they are subjected without settlement. Any part of a building or structure that is used to support the scaffold shall be capable of supporting the maximum intended load to be applied, and must be verified by a professional engineer.

BASES Always use adjustable bases and ensure that these are centred and spiked to the wood sill.

COMPONENTS Never mix scaffold frames and accessories that have been manufactured by different companies, unless all parts fit per-

fectly together and have been designed to the same capacity, so that the integrity of the scaffold is never compromised.

FRAMES The spacing of frames is dependent upon the loading to be imposed on the scaffold. Always check loading requirements

and, if necessary, seek approved engineered drawings. Ensure that each frame is located securely on the adjustable base and that it is level and plumb. Joints in frames must be made with internal coupling pins, which must be secured with locking pins or lock arms.

CROSS BRACES Frames are connected by cross braces that have predetermined lengths to coincide with the frame spacing. Each cross

brace should be connected to the frame and must be secured to the frame by a positive connection.

BRACING – Plan Plan bracing (horizontal diagonal) is recommended and is often required. As a minimum, it should be installed at the

base and on the same level as the scaffold ties.

PLANKS –STEEL Most steel planks have a supporting hook and wind lock to prevent uplift. Ensure that the steel plank has a nonskid

surface and that the load capacity rated by the manufacturer is not exceeded. Always ensure that the wind lock is in the closed position


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ENCLOSURES If the scaffold has tarpaulins or any enclosure system attached, this imposes additional wind loading and the scaffold

must be designed by a professional engineer.

SCAFFOLD TIES Where the scaffold height exceeds three times the smallest base dimension (3:1 ratio), scaffolds must be tied at least every

4.57m (15’-0”) intervals vertically and 6.0m (20’-0”) horizontally. Where possible, push/pull ties should be used, ensuring that the tie tube is connected to both frame legs with right angle clamps. If it is not possible to tie the scaffold to a structure, a professional engineer must provide special design considerations.

WORK PLATFORMS The work platform provides the worker with a safe environment from which to work. The work platform must

consist of a fully planked/decked surface and shall have guardrails consisting of top rails, midrails and toeboards installed on all open sides. Toeboards shall be installed at the edge of all work platforms and should be a minimum 100mm (4”) high.

GUARDRAILS, MIDRAILS Guardrails must be installed on all open sides of the scaffold where a person can fall a distance of 2.4m (8’-0”) or more,

and shall be not less than 0.92m (3’-0”) nor more than 1.07m (3’-6”) above the platform, and should be positively connected to the frames or guardrail posts. Midrails shall be installed equal distant between the guardrail and the platform.

LADDERS Ladders are used to gain access to the working platforms. Ladders, ladder cages and rest platforms, when installed on scaf-

folds, must conform to all applicable codes, and must extend approximately 1m (3’-0”) above the landing area and be secured. Always maintain 3- point contact at all times when climbing.

STAIRWAYS Manufactured modular stairways are used to gain access to working platforms and must be installed in accordance with

the manufacturer’s instructions.

PLANKS -WOOD Always use select structural wood plank, LVL (laminated veneer lumber) or equivalent approved 50mm x 250mm

(2”x10”) lumber, of uniform thickness. Ensure that wood plank extends a minimum 150mm (6”) and no more than 300mm (12”) beyond the centre of supports and should be cleated at one end to prevent lateral movement. Wood planks should not span a length greater than 2.13m (7’-0”) unless engineered otherwise.

MANUFACTURED DECKING These are normally constructed from aluminum side frames with a plywood or metal decking and are secured to the

scaffold by supporting hooks with wind locks that prevent uplift. The load capacity of these decks is rated by the manufacturer and should be clearly identified on the deck and must not be exceeded. Always ensure that the wind lock is in the closed posi-tion.

SIDEBRACKETS Sidebrackets must be installed at right angles to the scaffold and should be installed in accordance with manufacturer’s

instructions. These are an extension of the working platform and must accommodate at least 2 planks and must not be used for storage of materials. Always check the maximum loading of sidebrackets.

CANTILEVERS Cantilever platforms, except fabricated sidebrackets, must be designed by a professional engineer and shall be installed in

accordance with supplier’s/manufacturer’s instructions.

Code of Safe Practice Continued on Page 22


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Skyrider Equipment was established in 2000 as a privately owned Canadian provider of Powered Elevating Work Platforms and Telescopic Boom Forklifts to the industrial, and construction market in Southern Ontario.

Skyrider Equipment is located in a 25000 square foot facility on 2.5 acres in Mississauga at 1670 Bonhill Road. The staff of Skyrider Equipment has close to 200 years experience in the rental and sale of scissor and boom type equipment in the Ontario marketplace.

Representing Skyjack, J.L.G. Industries, and Carelift Manufacturing, Skyrider Equipment provides rentals by the day, week or month, service to all makes, training, machine certification, sales and leasing facilities.

Skyrider Equipment is a full service facility providing equipment, delivery on a fleet of custom equipped tractor trailer units, factory trained service technicians, and factory trained safety instructors.

The executives of Skyrider Equipment have been involved with the Scaffold Industry Association of Canada for 20 years, and sit on the technical committee for the CSA B354 family of standards governing Powered Elevating Work Platforms represent-ing the supplier segment.

Code of safe practice Continued from

LOADING The load on any scaffold must never exceed the safe working load that it was designed for. Most scaffolds are required

to support at least four times the intended load, however this varies in different jurisdictions and must be checked. When any unusual loading conditions apply, or when the load exceeds 3.6 kN/m (75psf ) the scaffold must be designed by a professional engineer.

POWER LINES It is dangerous to construct a scaffold close to power lines. Always consult the power company for specific guidelines and

conform to all applicable codes.

FALL ARREST In certain jurisdictions, unless a safety net or travel restraint system is being used, workers shall wear fall arrest systems if

the workers may fall a distance of more than 3 m (10’-0”)

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