tech manual 7162009 exel scaffolding

Excel Modular Scaffold Technical Manual

Engineering Approval: Ken Hensley Manual Release Date: 10/14/2009Release Authorization: ECN EMSLC-0116 Revision: AA

List of Sections Changed Page Revised

Side Brackets Adjusted an error in the loading D-3 to D-6 10/14/2009Trolley Parts Description of parts (removed kits) H-6 10/14/2009Aluminum Ladders New product J-4 10/14/2009Skid Pan New product AJ-1 10/14/2009Folding Side brackets New product D-7 to D-12 10/14/2009Yo-Yo Adapter Name Change to SRL T-4 to T-5 10/14/2009

EMSLC-TSM-1001


Engineering Approval: Ken Hensley Manual Release Date: 10/14/2009Release Authorization: ER EMSLC-0051 Revision: AA

Item Page RevisedIntroductionIntended UseVertical Description A-1 12/31/2005Vertical Loads A-2 12/31/2005Vertical Adapter A-3 12/31/2005Horizontal Description B-1 12/31/2005Horizontal Loads B-2 12/31/2005Bearer Deck Loading B-3 12/31/2005Bearer Max Deck Loading B-4 12/31/2005Bracing Excel Horizontal Bars B-5 12/31/2005Deck Loading with Brace B-6 12/31/2005Max Deck Loading with Brace B-7 12/31/2005Adjustable Handrail/Midrail (removed from service) deleted 12/31/2005Adjustable Horizontal Bearer B-9 12/31/2005Adjustable Horizontal Bearer B-10 12/31/2005Adjustable Horizontal Bearer Deck Loading B-11 12/31/2005Adjustable Horizontal Bearer Max Deck Loading B-12 12/31/2005Adjustable Diagonal Extendable Brace C-1 12/31/2005Adjustable Diagonal Swivel Brace C-2 8/1/2006Diagonal Combination Brace C-3 8/1/2006Diagonal Pin Brace C-4 12/31/2005Short Diagonal Pin Brace C-5 8/1/2006Bracing Guide Lines C-6 12/31/2005Side Bracket Description D-1 12/31/200512 inch Board Bracket D-2 12/31/2005Side Brackets D-3 10/14/2009Cantilever D-4 12/31/2005Side Bracket & Cantilever Deck Loading D-5 12/31/2005Side Bracket & Cantilever Max Deck Loading D-6 12/31/2005Folding Side Brackets D-7 10/14/2009Folding Side Bracket Loading D-12 10/14/2009Casters and Caster Adapter E-1 6/22/2009Safety OutRigger E-2 12/31/2005Screw Jack E-3 12/31/2005Swivel Jack E-4 12/31/2005Landing Hatchway F-1 12/31/2005Metal Deck Boards G-1 12/31/2005Truss Description H-1 12/31/2005Truss Loading H-2 12/31/2005Lifting Rigs H-3 4/15/2009Trolley System H-4 12/31/2005Beam Trolley Splice Kits H-5 12/31/2005Trolley System Components H-6 10/14/2009Truss Deck Max Loading H-7 12/31/2005Truss Deck Loading H-8 12/31/2005Roof Adapter I-1 12/31/2005Ladder Equipment J-1 12/31/2005Ladder Bracket J-2 8/1/2006Ladder Bracket Installation J-3 12/31/2005Aluminum Ladders J-4 10/14/2009Intermediate Adapter / Heavy Duty Adapter K-1 4/15/2009Intermediate Adapter / Heavy Duty Adapter K-2 4/15/2009Intermediate Adapter / Heavy Duty Adapter K-3 4/15/2009

EMSLC-TSM-1001


Engineering Approval: Ken Hensley Manual Release Date: 10/14/2009Release Authorization: ER EMSLC-0051 Revision: AA

Item Page Revised

EMSLC-TSM-1001

Intermediate Horizontal Adapter w/Clamp K-4 4/15/2009Horizontal Storage Rack L-1 12/31/2005Square Storage Rack L-2 8/1/2006Square Board Rack L-3 8/1/2006Square Rack Caster Deleted 12/31/2005Storage Basket L-5 12/31/2005Safety Gate M-1 3/28/2008Safety Gate M-2 3/28/2008Safety Gate Handrail M-3 8/1/2006Stair System N-1 12/31/2005Rope Hoist O-1 8/1/2006Tube & Clamp P-1 to P-3 8/1/2006General Assembly Instructions Q-1 12/31/2005Code of Safe Practices R-1 to R-5 12/31/2005OSHA Compliance R6 to R12 12/31/2005Inspection and Maintenance R13 to R17 5/18/2007Maintenance Repairs Allowed/Disallowed R18 12/31/2005Seismic Scaffold Criteria. S-1 to S-5 12/31/2005Tie-Off Anchorage Point T-1 to T-3 3/28/2008SRL Adapter T-4 10/14/2009Sample SRL Installation T-5 10/14/2009Horizontal Tie-Off Support T-6 8/1/2006Scaffold Lifting Devices U-1 8/1/2006Boiler Equipment V-1 12/31/2005Toe Boards W-1 12/31/2005Toe Boards W-2 4/15/2009Metal Board Filler Plates W-3 12/31/2005Walk Way Support System X-1 12/31/2005Counter Weight Base Plate Y-1 12/31/2005Counter Weight Base Plate Y-2 12/31/2005Rapid Access System Z-1 to Z-3 8/1/2006Heavy Duty Beam clamp AB-1 to AB-2 8/1/2006ATCA AC-1 10/18/2006Shoring Post AD-1 to AD-2 12/31/2005Shoring Jacks / Shoring head AE-1 12/31/2005Recommend Truck Loading Guidelines AF-1 to AF-3 3/28/2008Excel Thumb Rules AG-1 to AG-6 6/22/2009Recommended Material Lifting Guidelines AH-1 to AH-2 12/31/2008Wood Planks AI-1 6/22/2009Skid Pan AJ-1 10/14/2009Excel Training Course Completion Test Sheet 3/28/2008

INTRODUCTION1. Compatibility of Excel Modular scaffold

Excel scaffold is designed and Engineered to be compatible with standard tube and clampcomponents (i.e.: Clamps, poles, ladders and ladder brackets) that are currently available withinthe scaffold industry. These tube and clamp components are generally used for:

* Tube and Clamp for tie off's when needed for Seismic Considerations* When needed to transition Horizontally to get around obstacles* When needed to transition Vertically to get around interference* Ladders and ladder brackets for access to work platforms* As needed for structural bracing and reinforcement

2. General Erection Criteria

Excel was designed and Engineered to be constructed using the same requirements, specified byOSHA and CAL-OSHA, that have been historically used with tube and clamp and other systemtype scaffolds.

Excel expects all users to be familiar with all Federal, State and local regulations governingscaffold construction and use.

Excel expects all users to erect, modify or dismantle scaffolding using only qualified andcompetent personal, with adequate supervision.

Excel expects all users to provide supervision that is competent and qualified, that can inspectand sign off on each scaffold before authorization is given for general use.

Excel expects all users to follow all common safety guidelines including; pre job briefings,procedure compliance, tagging, flagging, wearing proper PPE, weight loading restrictions, verticalleg placement, use of diagonal bracing, horizontal wraps, proper use of hand rails, midrails, toeboards, safety netting, screw jacks, ladders, metal or wood decking, etc.

Excel expects all users to utilize a registered professional engineer (licensed PE) to design andapprove drawings as required by OSHA, CAL-OSHA or any other regulatory agency.

3. Special Considerations

Be extra careful when working with components that telescope.

Telescoping components can move/slide while being transported, handled and passed to other workers.

Many Excel Scaffold Components swivel, slide or hinge. Use caution when passing to other workers, transporting and installing these items.

Insure that all items containing locks or pins are secured before handling, transporting or passing these items to another worker.

All material must be inspected prior to use! See Section R for inspection guidelines.

Intended Use of Excel Modular scaffold1) Unless otherwise stated all load data presented in this manual is only for downward or

compressive loading.

2) Excels scaffold material when constructed for normal use is not designed to be up or side loadedin excess of OSHA and ANSI requirements. When conditions require special loading, extradesign features must be added to insure proper stability.

3) Once installed and completed scaffold should be considered part of the customers plantequipment. Abuse or mistreatment of the scaffold material should not be tolerated.

4) The scaffold material should be inspected for damage and repaired after any incident which couldaffect the integrity of the scaffold material such as:a. ) The scaffold comes into contact with any moving equipment, forklifts, trucks or trailers andother types of mobile equipment.b. ) The scaffold is affected by an unintended load; flanges or piping attached to a crane or comealong, objects dropped from above or swung in from the side, etc.c. ) Excessive force is applied to the scaffold from abuse or accidental contact.d. ) The material is modified in any way with a torch, saw or other equipment.e. ) The material is affected from corrosive chemicals that remove the coating and/or damage thebase metal.f. ) The material is bent or otherwise damaged.

5) The end user should insure that their competent qualified individuals and scaffold erectionpersonnel are trained and fully understand the above requirements.

6) When testing of material is required it should be conducted by qualified personnel in a testingenvironment. Field testing of scaffold components should not be conducted without a formal testplan approved by the manufacturer.

7) All end users must be trained in the proper use of Excel Modular Scaffold. The tech manual isprovided as a reference for training. New users should examine the Thumb Rules at the end ofthe Manual.

8) OSHA requires that inspections must be made by the scaffold builder and end user.9) All material must be inspected prior to use! See Section R for inspection guidelines.

Excel Modular Vertical Post

Part Description Effective Overall Tube WeightNumber Length Length Length Galvanized

INCHES LBSLP1 Vertical Pin 11.5" 1.0VP2 Two Cup vertical 11.5" 11.5" 16.75" 11.50 3.3VP4 Four Cup vertical 23" 23" 26.25" 23.00 8.6VP6 Six Cup vertical 34.5" 34.5" 37.75" 34.50 11.9VP8 Eight Cup vertical 46" 46" 49.25" 46.00 15.3VP10 Ten Cup vertical 57.5" 57.5" 60.75" 57.50 18.6VP12 Twelve Cup vertical 69" 69" 72.25" 69.00 21.8VP14 Fourteen Cup vertical 80.5" 80.5" 83.75" 80.50 25.3VP16 Sixteen Cup vertical 92" 92" 95.25" 92.00 28.4VP20 Twenty Cup vertical 115" 115" 118.25" 115.00 35.3Note:All tubing is 1.90 dia. 11 ga (0.120 wall) high strength min 65,000 yield, 75,000 tensile.Tube Length is the length of tubing required to manufacture each vertical.Cup spacing is 5.75 inches.Verticals are designed to be compatible with standard 1.90 OD tube and clampmaterial.When connecting verticals a vertical pin with snap buttons (LP1) must be usedto align the verticals.Use caution when passing verticals to insure the vertical pin (LP1) is correctlyfastened.

<<<CAUTION There is a pinch point located where two verticals are pinned together.>>>Two cup verticals should only be used as the top member of vertical column.


EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: A-1 Revised: 12/31/05

Two cup verticals cannot have an LP1(vertical pin) inserted in the top and bottom. The snap buttons will not lock on both pins and may create a drop hazard.

Excel Modular Vertical Post

Unbraced Maximum AllowablePost Compressive Load

Length When Rated for(inches) Scaffold Use

(LBS)80.5 450069 6986

57.5 767046 8230

33.75 8690

Allowable loads include OSHA (4:1) Safety FactorWhen designing scaffolds with unique configurations or special loadingconditions, consult with a professional structural engineer.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: A-2 Revised: 12/31/05

Excel Modular Vertical Adapter


INCHES LBSCV4 Vertical Adapter 4 23" 26.25" 23.00 5.00CV8 Vertical Adapter 8 46" 49.25" 46.00 13.20



(LBS)69 698646 823023 8690

Note:All tubing is 1.90 dia. 11ga (0.120 wall) high strength min 65,000 yield, 75,000 tensile.This item is designed to allow a vertical to pass through a congested area,such as a pipe rack or cable tray. Verticals are designed to be compatible with standard 1.90 OD tube and clampmaterial.Vertical Adapters shall never be stacked such that there is morethan sixty-nine (69) inches of unsupported vertical.

<<<CAUTION There is a pinch point where two verticals are pinned together.>>>All material must be inspected prior to use! See Section R for inspection guidelines.EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: A-3

CV8 CV4

Revised: 12/31/05

Excel Modular Horizontal Barwith Trigger Guard

Part Description Vertical Overall Tube WeightNumber Post Width Length Galvanized

Spacing INCHES LBSPB24 24" Bearer, 2 Plank Bearer 24" 22" 17.38 10.0PB32 32" Bearer, 3 Plank Bearer 32" 30" 25.38 10.5PB36 36" Bearer 36" 34" 29.38 11.0PB42 42" Bearer, 4 Plank Bearer 42" 40" 35.38 12.0PB48 48" Bearer, 5 Plank Bearer 48" 46" 41.38 12.5PB60 60" Bearer, 6 Plank Bearer 60" 58" 53.38 15.0PB72 Six Foot Bearer 72" 70" 65.38 17.5PB84 Seven Foot Bearer 84" 82" 77.38 19.5

Horizontal LedgerHL96 Eight Foot Ledger 96" 94" 89.38 20.5HL108 Nine Foot Ledger 108" 106" 101.38 21.5HL120 Ten Foot Ledger 120" 118" 113.38 25.0

Note:Tube Length is the length of tubing required to manufacture each horizontal.Horizontals are designed to be compatible with standard 1.90 OD tube and clampmaterial.Tubing for PB84, HL96, HL108, Hl120, is 1.90 dia. 12ga (0.108 wall), high strengthmin. 65,000 yield, 75,000 tensile. All other tubing is 13ga (0.083 wall) high strength min.65,000 yield, 75,000 tensile.

<<<CAUTION There is a pinch point when closing the trigger.>>>All material must be inspected prior to use! See Section R for inspection guidelines.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: B-1 Revised: 12/31/05

Excel Modular Horizontal Bar

Part Description Vertical Allowable AllowableNumber Loads for bearers Post Center Uniform Load

with trigger guard Spacing LoadLBS. LBS. LBS./FT.

PB24 24" Bearer, 2 Plank Bearer 24" 2250 4500 2250PB32 32" Bearer, 3 Plank Bearer 32" 1400 2871 1148PB36 36" Bearer 36" 1100 2039 680PB42 42" Bearer, 4 Plank Bearer 42" 1000 2000 571PB48 48" Bearer, 5 Plank Bearer 48" 900 1800 450PB60 60" Bearer, 6 Plank Bearer 60" 625 1250 250PB72 Six Foot Bearer 72" 530 1060 177PB84 Seven Foot Bearer 84" 410 820 117

Horizontal LedgerHL96 Eight Foot Ledger 96" 320 640 80HL108 Nine Foot Ledger 108" 275 550 61HL120 Ten Foot Ledger 120" 250 500 50

Note:Vertical Leg May be Limiting Load Carrying MemberCenter Load applied to the center four (4) inches of the bearer or ledger.



Note: Bearer Supports the Boards

Bearer PB24 PB32 PB36 PB42 PB48 PB60 PB72 PB84 HL96 HL108 HL12024 32 36 42 48 60 72 84 96 108 120

PB24 24 1125 844 750 643 563 450 375 321 281 250 225PB32 32 574 431 383 328 287 230 191 164 144 128 115PB36 36 340 255 227 194 170 136 113 97 85 76 68PB42 42 286 214 190 163 143 114 95 82 71 63 57PB48 48 225 169 150 129 113 90 75 64 56 50 45PB60 60 125 94 83 71 63 50 42 36 31 28 25PB72 72 88 66 59 50 44 35 29 25 22 20 18PB84 84 59 44 39 33 29 23 20 17 15 13 12HL96 96 40 30 27 23 20 16 13 11 10 9 8HL108 108 31 23 20 17 15 12 10 9 8 7 6HL120 120 25 19 17 14 13 10 8 7 6 6 5Chart shows the total allowable load per square foot (live load + dead load).

Note:All Areas below 25.00 lbs/sq ft do not meet OSHA requirements for a light duty scaffold.OSHA 1926.451 (a) 6 in conjunction with Non-mandatory Appendix A, define uniform loads for scaffold types.Deck Planking or Vertical Members may be the limiting load carrying member.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: B-3

Ledger Length

Revised: 12/31/05



PB24 24 2250 1688 1500 1286 1125 900 750 643 563 500 450PB32 32 1148 861 766 656 574 459 383 328 287 255 230PB36 36 680 510 453 388 340 272 227 194 170 151 136PB42 42 571 429 381 327 286 229 190 163 143 127 114PB48 48 450 338 300 257 225 180 150 129 113 100 90PB60 60 250 188 167 143 125 100 83 71 63 56 50PB72 72 177 133 118 101 88 71 59 50 44 39 35PB84 84 117 88 78 67 59 47 39 33 29 26 23HL96 96 80 60 53 46 40 32 27 23 20 18 16HL108 108 61 46 41 35 31 24 20 17 15 14 12HL120 120 50 38 33 29 25 20 17 14 13 11 10Chart shows the total allowable load per square foot (live load + dead load).



Ledger LengthNote: Bearer Supports the Boards

Revised: 12/31/05

Bracing Excel Horizontal Bars

Bracing can be added to Excel Horizontal bars when greater strength is required.Diagonal Swivel Braces, Diagonal Pin Braces, Short Diagonal Braces or Tube &Clamp may be used to provide additional strength to the Excel Scaffold horizontal bar.

Part Description Vertical Allowable AllowableNumber Loads for bearers Post Center Uniform Load

with 1 brace Spacing Load18" from center. LBS. LBS. LBS./FT.

PB60 60" Bearer, 6 Plank Bearer 60" 1200 2400 480PB72 Six Foot Bearer 72" 975 1950 325PB84 Seven Foot Bearer 84" 875 1750 250

Horizontal LedgerHL96 Eight Foot Ledger 96" 750 1500 188HL108 Nine Foot Ledger 108" 675 1350 150HL120 Ten Foot Ledger 120" 625 1250 125

Note:Vertical Leg May be Limiting Load Carrying MemberHorizontal Bracing adds additional torque to the verticals which must be consideredwhen building heavy duty or tall scaffolds.Center Load applied to the center four (4) inches of the bearer or ledger.


The brace must be placed within 18 inches of either side of the center of the horizontal.

The angle of the bottom connection of the brace to the vertical post must be 45 degrees or less.

Revised: 12/31/05

36"

Excel Modular Horizontal Barwith 1 Brace.

Note: Bearer Supports the Boards and has 1 diagonal brace.

Standard board Layout


PB60 60 240 180 160 137 120 96 80 69 60 53 48PB72 72 163 122 108 93 81 65 54 46 41 36 33PB84 84 125 94 83 71 63 50 42 36 31 28 25HL96 96 94 70 63 54 47 38 31 27 23 21 19HL108 108 75 56 50 43 38 30 25 21 19 17 15HL120 120 63 47 42 36 31 25 21 18 16 14 13

Chart shows the allowable load per square foot when horizontal is braced as defined on page B-5; Horizontal Bracing.Chart shows the total allowable load per square foot (live load + dead load).



Ledger Length

Revised: 12/31/05

Excel Modular Horizontal Barwith 1 Brace.

Note: Bearer Supports the Boards and has 1 diagonal brace.

Single Bay Scaffold or Staggered board deck layout


PB60 60 480 360 320 274 240 192 160 137 120 107 96PB72 72 325 244 217 186 163 130 108 93 81 72 65PB84 84 250 188 167 143 125 100 83 71 63 56 50HL96 96 188 141 125 107 94 75 63 54 47 42 38HL108 108 150 113 100 86 75 60 50 43 38 33 30HL120 120 125 94 83 71 63 50 42 36 31 28 25

Chart shows the allowable load per square foot when horizontal is braced as defined on page B-5; Horizontal Bracing.Chart shows the total allowable load per square foot (live load + dead load).



Ledger Length

Revised: 12/31/05

Excel Modular Adjustable Bearer

Adjustable bearers are designed to provide deck support, between two self-supporting scaffold structures, where traditionally only tube and clamp could be used.They may also be used to create odd sized scaffolds (ex: 5 ft x 6 1/2 ft).

WARNINGAdjustable Bearers provide no longitudinal support.

Intermediate Horizontal Adapters may not be placed on Adjustable Bearers.

Part Description Minimum Maximum WeightNumber Post Post Galvanized

Spacing Spacing LBSTPB36 36 to 48 inch Adjustable Bearer 36 47 12.0TPB48 48 to 60 inch Adjustable Bearer 48 59 17.0TPB60 60 to 72 inch Adjustable Bearer 60 71 20.0TPB72 72 to 84 inch Adjustable Bearer 72 83 23.0TPB84 84 to 96 inch Adjustable Bearer 84 95 26.0THL96 96 to 108 inch Adjustable Ledger 96 107 32.0

Note:Outer tubing is 1.90 dia. 13ga (0.083 wall) high strength; min. 65,000 yield, 75,000 tensileInner tubing is 1.625 dia. 11ga (0.120 wall), high strength; min. 65,000 yield, 75,000 tensile

<<<CAUTION There is a pinch point when closing the trigger and where the parts telescope.>>>All material must be inspected prior to use! See Section R for inspection guidelines.



Part Description Allowable AllowableNumber Loads for bearers Center Uniform Load

with trigger guard LoadLBS. LBS. LBS./FT.

TPB36 36 to 48 inch Adjustable Bearer 1500 3000 750TPB48 48 to 60 inch Adjustable Bearer 1000 2000 400TPB60 60 to 72 inch Adjustable Bearer 900 1800 300TPB72 72 to 84 inch Adjustable Bearer 600 1200 171TPB84 84 to 96 inch Adjustable Bearer 500 1000 125THL96 96 to 108 inch Adjustable Ledger 400 800 89

Note:Vertical Leg May be Limiting Load Carrying MemberCenter Load applied to the center four (4) inches of the bearer or ledger.


Fully Extended




TPB36 47 375 281 250 214 188 150 125 107 94 83 75TPB48 59 200 150 133 114 100 80 67 57 50 44 40TPB60 71 150 113 100 86 75 60 50 43 38 33 30TPB72 83 86 64 57 49 43 34 29 24 21 19 17TPB84 95 63 47 42 36 31 25 21 18 16 14 13THL96 107 44 33 30 25 22 18 15 13 11 10 9Chart shows the total allowable load per square foot (live load + dead load).Chart shows worst case, Adjustable Bearer fully extended.



Ledger Length

Revised: 12/31/05



TPB36 47 750 563 500 429 375 300 250 214 188 167 150TPB48 59 400 300 267 229 200 160 133 114 100 89 80TPB60 71 300 225 200 171 150 120 100 86 75 67 60TPB72 83 171 129 114 98 86 69 57 49 43 38 34TPB84 95 125 94 83 71 63 50 42 36 31 28 25THL96 107 89 67 59 51 44 36 30 25 22 20 18Chart shows the total allowable load per square foot (live load + dead load).Chart shows worst case, Adjustable Bearer fully extended.



Ledger LengthNote: Bearer Supports the Boards

Revised: 12/31/05

Excel Modular Adjustable Diagonal Extendable Brace

Part Description Fits Inner Outer WeightNumber Post Tube Tube Galvanized

Spacing Length Length LBS

DEB Diagonal Extendable Brace 48" to 108" 65.00" 65.00" 29.00

Bearer Description Post Elevation Extended HoleSpacing Length Location

PB48 4' Bearer, 5 Plank Bearer 48.00 58.92 76.00 17.31PB60 5' Bearer, 6 Plank Bearer 60.00 58.07 83.50 24.94PB72 6' Bearer 72.00 57.27 92.00 33.44PB84 7' Bearer 84.00 56.53 101.25 42.44PB96 8' Ledger 96.00 56.71 111.50 52.56PB108 9' Ledger 108.00 27.72 111.50 52.56

All values in inchesNote:Inner Length is the length of tubing required to manufacture the inner tube.Outer Length is the length of tubing required to manufacture the outer tube.Hole Location is the location of the spacing holes, measured from the end connector pin.

<<<CAUTION There is a pinch point when closing the trigger and where both parts telescope.>>>All material must be inspected prior to use! See Section R for inspection guidelines.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: C-1 Revised: 12/31/05

Excel Modular Adjustable Diagonal Swivel Brace



DSB Diagonal Swivel Brace 36" to 108" 65.00" 65.00" 24.80

Bearer Description Post Elevation Brace HoleSpacing Approx Angle DEG Location

PB32 3' Bearer 36.00 57.00 57.70 Hole #1PB42 42" Bearer 42.00 54.00 52.00 Hole #1PB48 4' Bearer, 5 Plank Bearer 48.00 57.00 50.00 Hole #2PB48 4' Bearer, 5 Plank Bearer 48.00 48.00 45.00 Hole #1PB60 5' Bearer, 6 Plank Bearer 60.00 59.00 44.50 Hole #3PB60 5' Bearer, 6 Plank Bearer 60.00 46.00 37.50 Hole #2PB72 6' Bearer 72.00 61.00 40.00 Hole #4PB72 6' Bearer 72.00 44.00 31.40 Hole #3PB84 7' Bearer 84.00 61.00 36.00 Hole #5PB84 7' Bearer 84.00 42.00 26.60 Hole #4PB96 8' Ledger 96.00 61.00 32.40 Hole #6PB96 8' Ledger 96.00 40.00 22.60 Hole #5PB108 9' Ledger 108.00 36.00 18.40 Hole #6

Note:Inner Length is the length of tubing required to manufacture the inner tube.Outer Length is the length of tubing required to manufacture the outer tube.Hole Location is the location of the spacing holes, measured from the swivel connector pin.

Clamp Bolts should have between 40 and 65 lbs tension. Over tightening could damage the threadsbolt or item the clamp is attached to.<<<CAUTION There is a pinch point at the clamps and where both parts telescope.>>>All material must be inspected prior to use! See Section R for inspection guidelines.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: C-2

The Elevation for the Diagonal Swivel Brace isdifferent than for the Diagonal Extendable Brace.The Swivel Brace will fit scaffolds from three (3) ftto nine (9) ft.

Revised: 08/01/06

All values in inches

Excel Modular Adjustable Diagonal Combination Brace



DCB Diagonal Combination Brace 42" to 108" 65.00" 65.00" 29.00

Bearer Description Post Elevation Brace HoleSpacing Approx Angle DEG Location

PB42 42" Bearer 42.00 57.00 53.60 Hole #1PB48 4' Bearer, 5 Plank Bearer 48.00 53.00 47.80 Hole #1PB60 5' Bearer, 6 Plank Bearer 60.00 51.00 40.40 Hole #2PB60 5' Bearer, 6 Plank Bearer 60.00 41.00 34.30 Hole #1PB72 6' Bearer 72.00 51.00 35.30 Hole #3PB72 6' Bearer 72.00 35.00 25.90 Hole #2PB84 7' Bearer 84.00 51.00 31.30 Hole #4PB96 8' Ledger 96.00 23.00 13.50 Hole #4PB108 9' Ledger 108.00 48.00 24.00 Hole #6

Note:Inner Length is the length of tubing required to manufacture the inner tube.Outer Length is the length of tubing required to manufacture the outer tube.Hole Location is the location of the spacing holes, measured from the swivel connector pin.

Clamp Bolts should have between 40 and 65 lbs tension. Over tightening could damage the threadsbolt or item the clamp is attached to.<<<CAUTION There is a pinch point at the clamp, when closing the trigger and where the parts telescope.>>>All material must be inspected prior to use! See Section R for inspection guidelines.


The Elevation for the Diagonal CombinationBrace is different than for the DiagonalExtendable Brace and Diagonal Swivel Brace.The Combinationl Brace will fit scaffolds fromforty-two (42) in to nine (9) ft.

Revised: 08/01/06

All values in inches

Excel Modular Diagonal Pin BraceThe Excel Modular Diagonal Pin Brace is designed to be a multipurpose brace. Ithas standard swivel clamps on each end so it can be fastened to any scaffold vertical or horizontal. It also is drilled and fitted so a standard vertical pin (LP1) canbe used to connect two or more braces together. This may be desirable when thereis a need to brace longer structures, up to fourteen feet.

These braces are designed to be pinnedtogether using standard vertical lockingpins to create longer braces where needed.

When more than one brace is used, the braceshould be tied when possible, in the middlewith #9 wire or equivalent to a horizontal,vertical or another diagonal.When braces are connected together themiddle clamps may or may not be used.

Part Description Single Double Length WeightNumber Fits Post Fits Post Inches Galvanized

Spacing Spacing LBS

DPB Diagonal Pin Brace 24" to 84" 96" to 168" 108 24.0SDPB Short Diagonal Pin Brace 36 8.0

Bearer Description Post Elevation Pole Brace Spacing Length Angle

PB24 24" Bearer, 2 Plank Bearer 24.00 105.30 108.00 77.16PB32 32" Bearer, 3 Plank Bearer 32.00 103.15 108.00 72.76PB36 36" Bearer 36.00 101.82 108.00 70.53PB42 42" Bearer, 4 Plank Bearer 42.00 99.50 108.00 67.11PB48 48" Bearer, 5 Plank Bearer 48.00 96.75 108.00 63.61PB60 60" Bearer, 6 Plank Bearer 60.00 89.80 108.00 56.25PB72 Six Foot Bearer 72.00 80.50 108.00 48.19PB84 Seven Foot Bearer 84.00 67.88 108.00 38.94HL96 Eight Foot Ledger 96.00 193.49 216.00 63.61HL108 Nine Foot Ledger 108.00 187.06 216.00 60.00HL120 Ten Foot Ledger 120.00 179.60 216.00 56.25TR12 12' Truss 144.00 161.00 216.00 48.19TR14 14' Truss 168.00 135.76 216.00 38.94


Horizontal Bracing

Revised: 12/31/05All values in inches

14 ft Truss

Wire Tie

The (SDPB) Short Diagonal Pin Brace can be used to provide additional supportto Horizontal Bearers or to extend the length of a (DPB) for use on a 10 ft wide scaffold.

Excel's Diagonal Pin Brace can also be used as a vertical to pass through acongested area, such as a pipe rack or cable tray.



(LBS)69 698646 823023 8690

When used as a vertical It must be supported by tube and clamp,braces or tied such that there is never more than sixty-nine (69) inchesof unsupported vertical.

Note:All tubing is 1.90 dia. 11ga (0.120 wall) high strength min 65,000 yield, 75,000 tensile.Diagonal Pin Braces are designed to be compatible with standard 1.90 ODtube and clamp material.

Clamp Bolts should have between 40 and 65 lbs tension. Over tightening could damage the threadsbolt or item the clamp is attached to.<<<CAUTION There is a pinch point at the clamps and where the parts pin together.>>>All material must be inspected prior to use! See Section R for inspection guidelines.


Excel Modular Diagonal Pin Brace

Revised: 08/01/06

Excel Modular General Guidelines for Bracing

Normal Bracing (Plain or zig-Zag) Heavy Duty Bracing

The following bracing recommendations are for all, non-seismic scaffolding, built using Excel scaffold components.

Bracing and / or tying should be applied to any scaffold where the top of the scaffold has a movement of morethan 6 inches in any direction. The bracing should be placed to run in opposite directions on opposing sides. Itmay be zig-zagged or run all in the same direction. (See Normal Bracing diagram below.)

Single bay scaffolds should be braced on a minimum of two sides and when feasible on all four sides, startingat the bottom and continuing to a minimum of 10 feet from the top of the scaffold.All other bay configurations require bracing placed on one bay for every 30 feet length of scaffold (Generallyevery 4th bay). At a minimum, bracing should be placed on the inside and outside row of the scaffoldingverticals, starting at the bottom and continuing to a minimum of 10 feet from the top of the scaffold.

The following additional bracing recommendations are for medium and heavy duty, non-seismic scaffolding, built using Excel scaffold components.

Heavy duty scaffolds should have as much bracing as required to meet the desired loading. Bracing and / ortying should be placed on all sides of the scaffold. Multibay scaffolds should have bracing on every other bay,front middle and back rows. (see Heavy duty bracing diagram above.)

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: C-6 Revised: 12/31/05

Bracing under the board deck, attached diagonally from vertical to vertical, should be placed every third deck when possible.

Scaffolds that contain side brackets or outriggers , where there is a possibility of tipping, must also be bracedor tied, with tube and clamp, a min of 2 strands of #9 wire or equivalent, to plant approved structural steelcomponents (i.e.: I-Beams, Handrails, Grating, etc.)

The following additional bracing recommendations are for light duty, non-seismic scaffolding, built using Excel scaffold components.

Bay widths of 42 inch and less, that are less than 20 feet tall may not require Bracing. The special truss designof Excel Horizontals provides the necessary bracing. Scaffolds above 20 feet tall should be braced usingclamp braces or tube and clamp applied to the bottom of the scaffold leaving an unbraced height of 20 feet orless. (Bracing should always be added if there is excesive movement of the scaffold structure.)Scaffolds with a deck height less than 10 ft. do not require bracing provided they are tied off, with tube andclamp, 2 strands of #9 wire or equivalent, to plant approved structural steel components (i.e.: I-Beams,Handrails, Grating, etc.).

Excel Modular Side Bracket

Part Description Effective Net Overall Overall WeightNumber Width Width Width Height GalvanizedBB12 12" Board Bracket 12" 11" --- --- 4.80BB12-L 12" Board Bracket Locking 12" 11" --- --- 5.00SB24 2 ft. Side Bracket (with pin) 24" 20.5" 26" 19.5" 14.50SB32 32" Side Bracket (with pin) 32" 30.5" 34" 19.5" 21.20SB36 3 ft. Side Bracket (with pin) 36" 34.5" 38" 19.5" 23.30All tubing is 1.90 dia. 13ga (0.083 wall, high strength min. 65,000 yield, 75,000 tensile.

<<<CAUTION There is a pinch point when closing the trigger.>>>Check that the vertical pin(LP1) is properly secured before handling.All material must be inspected prior to use! See Section R for inspection guidelines.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: D-1

The bottom horizontal used for support bracing is only required

for heavy duty scaffolds or scaffolds with two (2) or more decks above the side bracket.

Revised: 12/31/05

Excel Modular Small Side Bracket

Part Description Maximum MaximumNumber Uniform Load Load on EndBB12 12" Board Bracket 500 lbs per ft. 500 lbBB12-L 12" Board Bracket Locking 500 lbs per ft. 500 lbThe only difference between a BB12 and the BB12-L is the BB12-L has a locking pin to holdthe boards down.

Note: The BB12 and BB12-L shall not be used as a handrail or midrail.When used as a board deck, there must be a wall or other obstruction within 4 inchesto prevent falling.

<<<CAUTION There is a pinch point when closing the trigger and at the locking pin of the BB12-L.>>>


EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: D-2 Revised: 12/31/05

Excel Modular Side Bracket

Part Description Maximum MaximumNumber Uniform Load Load on EndSB24 2 ft. Side Bracket (with pin) 500 lbs per ft. 500 lbSB32 32" Side Bracket (with pin) 400 lbs per ft. 500 lbSB36 3 ft. Side Bracket (with pin) 330 lbs per ft. 500 lb

Note:Only verticals required for handrails and midrails should be added.Only 1 deck can be supported by any side bracket without any additional bracing.

<<<CAUTION There is a pinch point when closing the trigger.>>>

All material must be inspected prior to use! See Section AA for inspection guidelines.


Diagonal Brace Used as a Side Bracket

Part Description Maximum MaximumNumber D= Uniform Load Load on EndPB42 42" bearer 285 lbs per ft. 500 lbPB48 4 ft. bearer 250 lbs per ft. 500 lbPB60 5 ft. bearer 200 lbs per ft. 500 lb

Note:Only verticals required for handrails and midrails should be added.Only 1 deck can be supported by any side bracket without any additional bracing.

<<<CAUTION There is a pinch point when closing the trigger.>>>


Excel Modular Side Bracket & Cantilever Deck Loading


Standard board Layout-Using the Side Bracket-Cantlever as the Bearer


BB12 12 250 188 167 143 125 100 83 71 63 56 50SB24 24 125 94 83 71 63 50 42 36 31 28 25SB32 32 100 75 67 57 50 40 33 29 25 22 20SB36 36 83 62 55 47 41 33 28 24 21 18 17PB42 42 71 53 48 41 36 29 24 20 18 16 14PB48 48 63 47 42 36 31 25 21 18 16 14 13PB60 60 50 38 33 29 25 20 17 14 13 11 10Chart shows the total allowable load per square foot (live load + dead load).

Note:All Areas below 25.00 lbs/sq ft do not meet OSHA requirements for a light duty scaffold.OSHA 1926.451 (a) 6 in conjunction with Non-mandatory Appendix A, define uniform loads for scaffold types.Deck Planking or Vertical Members may be the limiting load carrying member.Stability of the scaffold to prevent tipping must be considered when using any Side Bracket-Cantlever design.


Ledger Length

Revised: 12/31/05

Excel Modular Side Bracket & Cantilever Max Deck Loading


Standard board Layout-Using the Side Bracket-Cantlever as the Bearer


BB12 12 500 375 333 286 250 200 167 143 125 111 100SB24 24 250 188 167 143 125 100 83 71 63 56 50SB32 32 200 150 133 114 100 80 67 57 50 44 40SB36 36 165 124 110 94 83 66 55 47 41 37 33PB42 42 143 107 95 81 71 57 48 41 36 32 29PB48 48 125 94 83 71 63 50 42 36 31 28 25PB60 60 100 75 67 57 50 40 33 29 25 22 20

Chart shows the allowable load per square foot.

Note:All Areas below 25.00 lbs/sq ft do not meet OSHA requirements for a light duty scaffold.OSHA 1926.451 (a) 6 in conjunction with Non-mandatory Appendix A, define uniform loads for scaffold types.Deck Planking or Vertical Members may be the limiting load carrying member.Stability of the scaffold to prevent tipping must be considered when using any Side Bracket-Cantlever design.


Ledger Length

Revised: 12/31/05

Excel Modular Folding Side Bracket

Excel folding side brackets are designed to provide scaffold deck extensions out to 6 ft.

The maximum deck width allowed is seven (7) ft.

Part Description Weight Maximum MaximumNumber (lbs) Uniform Load Load on End

FSB48 4 ft Folding Side Bracket 29.5 250 lbs per ft. 500 lbFSB60 5 ft Folding Side Bracket 33 200 lbs per ft. 500 lbFSB72 6 ft Folding Side Bracket 41.5 166 lbs per ft. 500 lbAll tubing is 1.90 dia. 11ga (0.120 wall, high strength min. 65,000 yield, 75,000 tensile.)


They are also designed to fold up so that they can be used inside vessels or places with small access where a normal side bracket will not fit.

Only two folding side brackets can be used together. They cannot be placed on multiple scaffold bays to create a continuous deck.


<<<CAUTION This item contains multiple pinch points when handling.>>>

Only one work deck can be supported by any Folding Side Bracket.

Revised: 10/14/09


Excel Modular Folding Side BracketInstallation

Revised: 10/14/09

All scaffolds used with a Folding side bracket MUST be secured to a permanent structure. The minimum requirement for tying is two (2) pieces of tube & clamp secured to the structure with beam clamps from a vertical on the opposite side of the scaffold to a permanent structure. This is in addition to tying required by Federal, State or Local regulations. The scaffold must be secured before the side brackets are installed. There is no width requirment of the scaffold the folding side bracket is being attached to because the scaffold MUST be secured to a permanent structure to prevent tipping.

The scaffold supporting a folding side bracket must be properly braced and secured. Horizontal bars must be placed at the deck location and a support bar must be placed at the diagonal

connection.

Unfold the side bracket and let all of thebracket except the top end connector swing toward the ground.

Connect the top end connector to the desired point on the scaffold.

Have the person on a lower location, or if requiredmove to the lower location and raise the side bracket,using the bottom end connector, until the top baris level. Connect the bottom end connector.

Repeat the installation procedurewith a second folding side bracketof the same size.

Always use proper tie-off when handlingside brackets.


Excel Modular Folding Side BracketInstallation

Revised: 10/14/09

Adjust the side bracets so they are square wit the rest of the scaffold.This is best performed by gently shakingthe side bracket allowing the connectorsto rotate around the cups.

Place the first scaffold board on the side bracket.Insure that the board is correctly setting on the bracket.

Slide the board out toward the end of the sidebracket. Begin adding the rest of the boardsplacing them on the bracket and sliding them out toward the other boards.


Excel Modular Folding Side BracketInstallation cont.

Revised: 10/14/09

It is now safe to move out onto the deckand begin installing the hand rails.

Install two (2) vp8 eight cup verticals.

Continue the scaffold deck by installingthe side handrails before installing theend handrails.

Complete the scaffold by installing the toe-boards.


Excel Modular Folding Side BracketInstallation cont.

This is the only acceptable design.


Standard board Layout-Using the Cantlever Bracket as the Bearer


FSB48 48 109 82 73 63 55 44 36 31FSB60 60 88 66 58 50 44 35 29 25FSB72 72 88 66 58 50 44 35 29 25Chart shows the total allowable load per square foot (live load + dead load).



Ledger Length

Revised: 10/14/09

Excel Modular Folding Side Bracket Loading

Multiple bay design is never allowed.

Not AllowedNot AllowedNot Allowed

Stability of the scaffold to prevent tipping must be considered when using any Side Bracket-Cantilever-folding Side bracket design.

Scaffold must be properly braced when using Folding Side Brackets.

Excel Modular Caster and Caster Adapter

12" Caster AdapterNote: A Horizontal must be attached to the cups provided.

Part Description Wheel Weight AllowableNumber Type LBS Rolling LoadCR8 8" Caster with pin Plastic 17.0 900.00CRF8 8" Caster flat base Plastic 17.5 900.00CR12 12" Caster Plastic 23.0 1,300.00

Note: *Casters must be locked while working on the scaffold.Casters should be periodically maintained. If they have grease certs, they should befilled with a white lithium grease (ST-80 High Performance Grease or its equivalent).WD40 can be used before application of grease or oil to loosen old grease andremove any rust buildup. The caster bearings must be inspected for any wear or damage.Replace any casters that show signs of wear or damage.


EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: E-1 Revised: 06/22/09

Note: Check the weight of the scaffold and intended load when using casters! To maintain a 4:1 safety factor a scaffold 15 ft. high with two board decks is the largest scaffold that should be built with 8 inch casters. A scaffold 21 ft. high with three board decks is the largest scaffold that should be built with 12 inch casters.

Excel Modular Safety Outrigger

While working on the scaffold the jack in the safety outrigger should be fully down.

Part Description WeightNumber LBS

SOR1 Safety Outrigger 14.0

<<<CAUTION There is a pinch point when closing the trigger.>>>All material must be inspected prior to use! See Section R for inspection guidelines.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: E-2

Safety Outriggers are designed to be used with scaffolds on casters or jacks that require a larger base dimension to height ratio.

When moving a rolling tower the jack on the safety outrigger should be raised until it is 1/4" to 1/2" from the floor or ground surface.

Safety Outriggers can never be used as the supporting member of a scaffold.

Revised: 12/31/05

Excel Modular Screw Jack

FBJ2

Caster Jack (FBJ2 Base) Standard Jack (FBJ Base)

Part Description Weight MaximumNumber LBS Allowable

LoadFBJ Fixed Base Screw Jack 11.6 7,500 lbs*

FBJ2 Fixed Base Caster Screw Jack 12.2 7,500 lbs*

*Note: Jack cannot be extended more than 12 inches above the base.

The FBJ2 Caster Screw Jack has a larger base plate that is designed to allowthe jack to be bolted to a standard flat top caster. The FBJ2 caster jack also hasadded bracing to make it stronger while attached to a caster.

Note:7/16 x 1-1/2 inch grade 5 or stronger bolts with flat washers must be used to bolt the caster to the FBJ2 Jack.All material must be inspected prior to use! See Section R for inspection guidelines.


Excel Modular Swivel Jack

Part Description Weight Maximum AllowableNumber LBS Load (P) when

Angle of Slope = 0 degSBJ Swivel Base Screw Jack 7.5 5000 lbs

*Note: Jack cannot be extended more than 12 inches above the base.



Excel Modular Landing Hatchway

Always install hatches from the bottom, NEVER from above.

Part Description Weight Maximum distributed Number LBS. load on Hatch with

all boards installed.

LH Landing Hatchway 32.0 35 lbs / sq ft*

Part Description Opening Fits BayNumber Dimensions Sizes

LH Landing Hatchway 28" x 28" 36" to 60"

*Note: The load carrying ability of the decking boards may be the limiting factor.The Landing Hatchway is not designed to support weight until all boards areinstalled.

NEVER Stand or place a load on a hatchway until alldeck boards are properly installed.


EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: F-1 Revised: 12/31/05

Excel Modular Metal Boards

Part Description Width Weight Uniform CenterNumber inches LBS. Load Load

lb/ft. LbsSP24 2 ft. Plank 9 11.5 271 600SP32 32 in Plank 9 13.0 271 600SP36 3 ft. Plank 9 16.0 271 600SP42 3.5 ft. Plank 9 18.0 232 546SP48 4 ft. Plank 9 18.8 213 520SP60 5 ft. Plank 9 23.5 185 480SP72 6 ft. Plank 9 28.5 105 388SP84 7 ft. Plank 9 30.5 100 322SP96 8 ft. Plank 9 37.5 93 284SP108 9 ft. Plank 9 41.5 69 250SP120 10 ft. Plank 9 46.5 58 233

6SP24 6 in x 2 ft. Plank 6 10.5 271 6006SP32 6 in x 32 in. Plank 6 12.0 271 6006SP36 6 in x 3 ft. Plank 6 12.9 271 6006SP42 6 in x 3.5 ft. Plank 6 14.5 232 5466SP48 6 in x 4 ft. Plank 6 16.1 213 5206SP60 6 in x 5 ft. Plank 6 19.4 185 4806SP72 6 in x 6 ft. Plank 6 22.6 105 3886SP84 6 in x 7 ft. Plank 6 25.9 100 3226SP96 6 in x 8 ft. Plank 6 27.7 93 2846SP108 6 in x 9 ft. Plank 6 32.4 69 2506SP120 6 in x 10 ft. Plank 6 35.6 58 233


EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: G-1 Revised: 12/31/05

Excel Modular Truss

Part Description Vertical Overall Depth Distance WeightNumber Post Length A/B Galvanized

Spacing ft. LBSTR4 4' Truss 4' 46" 9.5" 27.0TR5 5' Truss 5' 58" 9.5" 29.0TR6 6' Truss 6' 70" 9.5" 31.0TR7 7' Truss 7' 82" 10.75" 33.0TR8 8' Truss 8' 94" 13.375" 45.5TR9 9' Truss 9' 106" 13.375" 53.0TR10 10' Truss 10' 118" 13.375" 54.5TR12 12' Truss 12' 142" 15" 3 / 3 63.5TR14 14' Truss 14' 166" 15" 3.5 / 3.5 82.0TR16 16' Truss 16' 190" 15" 4 / 4 92.0TR18 18' Truss 18' 214" 15" 5 / 4 110.0

Note:Tube Length is the length of tubing required to manufacture each truss.Tubing for TR4, TR5, TR6, TR7 is 1.90 dia. 12ga (0.108 wall), high strength min. 65,000 yield, 75,000 tensile.All other trusses are manufactured with 1.90 dia. 11ga (0.120 wall), high strength min. 65,000 yield, 75,000 tensile.

<<<CAUTION There is a pinch point when operating the trigger.>>>

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: H-1 Revised: 12/31/05


Part Description Allowable AllowableNumber Loads for bearers Center Uniform Load

with trigger guard LoadLBS. LBS. LBS./FT.

TR4 4' Truss 3,000 6,000 1,200TR5 5' Truss 3,000 6,000 1,200TR6 6' Truss 2,750 5,500 910

AllowableUniform Load

With Side StabilizersLBS. LBS./FT.

TR7 7' Truss 3,000 5,999 857TR8 8' Truss 3,500 7,000 875TR9 9' Truss 3,500 6,975 775TR10 10' Truss 3,500 7,000 700TR12 12' Truss 3,500 6,900 575TR14 14' Truss 3,000 5,992 428TR16 16' Truss 2,000 4,000 250TR18 18' Truss 2,000 3,960 220Note:Vertical Leg May be Limiting Load Carrying MemberCenter Load applied to the center four (4) inches of the truss.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: H-2

Excel Modular Truss

Revised: 12/31/05

Excel Modular Truss Used as aLifting Rig

Note: Wire cable cannot be used for strapping and strapmust be a minimum of 4" wide.

A B C

Part Description Maximum Allowable Load [lbs.]Number Design A & B Design C

TR4 4' Truss 3000 6,000TR5 5' Truss 3000 6,000TR6 6' Truss 2750 5,500TR7 7' Truss 3000 6,000TR8 8' Truss 3500 7,000TR9 9' Truss 3500 7,000TR10 10' Truss 3500 7,000TR12 12' Truss 3500 7,000TR14 14' Truss 3000 6,000TR16 16' Truss 2000 4,000TR18 18' Truss 2000 4,000Note:For Design A & B the nylon strap must be placed to prevent sideways twisting of truss.For Design C: 1) the I-Beam must be a minimum of 4 in. at the base. 2) the listed loads are for the load attached to the center of the I-Beam. 3) the I-Beam may be the limiting load carrying member.

All loads are calculated using Excel verticals to support the trusses. When using different configurations the item the truss is attached to may be the load limiting component.


Trusses should not be used as lifting rigs when connected to sidebrackets, verticals supported by side brackets, IHAs or verticals supported by IHA's.

The following additional guidlenes are provided for using trusses as lifting rigs:

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: H-3A Revised: 04/15/09

3500 lb for 8 ft, 9 ft, 10 ft, and 12 ft trussA single 2 inch strap can be used if the load is reduced to:

800 lb for 16 ft and 18 ft truss1100 lb for 6 ft truss

Additional Guidelines for Lifting Rigs

The reason for the minimum of 4" wide strap provision is to prevent a small load area from bending the tube material on the truss. When a 4 inch strap is not available the following can be used provided the new loading requirments are met.

The 4” wide value is defined for the maximum load applied to a truss.Two (2) 2 inch straps placed side by side can be used instead of a single strap.

2000 lb for 16 ft and 18 ft truss

1750 lb for 8 ft, 9 ft, 10 ft, and 12 ft truss

1200 lb for 5 ft, 7 ft, and 14 ft truss1400 lb for 8 ft, 9 ft, 10 ft, and 12 ft truss

A 3 inch strap or two (2) 1.5 inch straps side by side can be used if the load is reduced to:1000 lb for 16 ft and 18 ft truss1375 lb for 6 ft truss1500 lb for 5 ft, 7 ft, and 14 ft truss

3000 lb for 5 ft, 7 ft, and 14 ft truss2750 lb for 6 ft truss

Excel Modular Trolley System

The pulley assembly may be placed anywhere on the truss.

12 Cup

The maximum load capacity for a vertical lift is 3000 lbs.

Horizontal members shall be placed at a maximum of 12 cups (69 inches apart).


The trolley system is not designed for side loading and should never be used to pick up any load not aligned with the trolley.

Multiple Hoists may be used for longer loads, as long as the total weight limit of 3000 lb is not exceeded.Revised: 12/31/05

3000

3000 lb

Excel Modular Trolley System

Note:All Beam Splices must be within 8 inches of a strap hanger and support truss.Beams may never be spliced in the middle of a run.

3/8 1-1/8" grade 5 or stronger bolts shall be used for splicing.


The trolley hangs 27 to 29 inches below the top of the truss.

For Greater Load Control Multiple I-Beams may be grouped on a single truss.

Beam Trolley Splicing allows long runs of beams to be used to move loads

greater distances.

Excel Modular Trolley SystemPart Description Weight Length

Number (lbs.) (ft.)BTRLY 3000 lb. Trolley 48.0BTS Beam Trolley Strap 5.0BTP Beam Trolley PlateHITCH-P Hitch PinBEM20 20 ft. I-Beam (W6x9) 180.0 20BEM13 13 ft. I-Beam (W6x9) 117.0 13BEM11 11 ft. I-Beam (W6x9) 99.0 11BEM9 9 ft. I-Beam (W6x9) 81.0 9BEM8 8 ft. I-Beam (W6x9) 72.0 8BEM7 7 ft. I-Beam (W6x9) 63.0 7BEM5 5 ft. I-Beam (W6x9) 45.0 5EST1 End Stop with fasteners 3.0 - -BC1 Beam Connector with fasteners 3.0 - -The beam hangers should be installed on the inside of the truss strap.The End Stop contains one (1) end stop plate and two (2) bolts. Two End Stops are required for each trolley.The Beam Connector contains one (1) connector plate and three (3) bolts. Two connectors are required for eachtrolley connection.

Example Material Requirements:Trolley between 2 trusses: (2) EST1, (4) BTS, (4) BTP, (1) BEM(5,9,7 or 11), (1) BTRLY2 Trolleys between 2 trusses: (4) EST1, (8) BTS, (8) BTP, (2) BEM(5,9,7 or 11), (2) BTRLY

Note:The trusses supporting the trolley should not be used to support a scaffold board deck.The trolley must not be allowed to pass the outer most truss.The vertical support for the trusses must be designed to support the required load.All End Stops and connector plates must be installed before the trolley is used.The trolley beam must be level when installed.Do not substitute other components for Connectors, End Stops, trolley straps, bolts, etc. Extra bracing is required when installing a trolley. Bracing should be added to preventshifting in the direction of movement.The trolley beam must always be level.Mechanical means shall never be used to move the load.Sudden stops and starts must be prevented.

The trolley system should be periodically maintained. If they have grease certs, they shouldbe filled with a white lithium grease (ST-80 High Performance Grease or its equivalent).Trolleys without grease certs should be lubed with a 10 weight oil.WD40 can be used before application of grease or oil to loosen old grease andremove any rust buildup.



Trolley covering 2 scaffold bays on 3 trusses No splice: (2) EST1, (6) BTS, (6) BTP, (1) BEM(5,9,7 or 11), (1) BTRLYTrolley covering 2 scaffold bays on 3 trusses With splice: (2) EST1, (6) BTS, (6) BTP, (2) BEM(5,9,7 or 11), (1) BTRLY, (2) BC1

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Revised: 10/14/09

Unless a special beam is used or the maximum load decreased; Regardless of the Beam length; each trolley beam must be supported with a beam trolley strap kit every seven (7) ft.

5.01.0

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Excel Modular TrussMaximum Allowable Load

Ledger LengthBearer PB24 PB32 PB36 PB42 PB48 PB60 HL72 HL84 HL96 HL108 HL120

24 32 36 42 48 60 72 84 96 108 120TR4 48 1200 900 800 686 600 480 400 343 300 267 240TR5 60 1200 900 800 686 600 480 400 343 300 267 240TR6 72 910 683 607 520 455 364 303 260 228 202 182TR7 84 857 643 571 490 429 343 286 245 214 190 171TR8 96 875 656 583 500 438 350 292 250 219 194 175TR9 108 775 581 517 443 388 310 258 221 194 172 155TR10 120 700 525 467 400 350 280 233 200 175 156 140TR12 144 575 431 383 329 288 230 192 164 144 128 115TR14 168 428 321 285 245 214 171 143 122 107 95 86TR16 192 250 188 167 143 125 100 83 71 63 56 50TR18 216 220 165 147 126 110 88 73 63 55 49 44Chart shows the total allowable load per square foot (live load + dead load).



Excel Modular Truss

Bearer PB24 PB32 PB36 PB42 PB48 PB60 HL72 HL84 HL96 HL108 HL12024 32 36 42 48 60 72 84 96 108 120

TR4 48 600 450 400 343 300 240 200 171 150 133 120TR5 60 600 450 400 343 300 240 200 171 150 133 120TR6 72 455 341 303 260 228 182 152 130 114 101 91TR7 84 429 321 286 245 214 171 143 122 107 95 86TR8 96 438 328 292 250 219 175 146 125 109 97 88TR9 108 388 291 258 221 194 155 129 111 97 86 78TR10 120 350 263 233 200 175 140 117 100 88 78 70TR12 144 288 216 192 164 144 115 96 82 72 64 58TR14 168 214 161 143 122 107 86 71 61 54 48 43TR16 192 125 94 83 71 63 50 42 36 31 28 25TR18 216 110 83 73 63 55 44 37 31 28 24 22Chart shows the total allowable load per square foot (live load + dead load).



Ledger Length

Revised: 12/31/05

Excel Modular Roof Adapter

Part Description Max. Allowable Load WeightNumber F (lbs.)

RA1 Roof Adapter 1000 lbs 5.8

Note:1) When covering scaffold with plastic, tarps or other types of solid materialthe user must consider all wind and/or snow loading. Excel recommends thatall users consult with an Engineer to insure proper bracing for the maximumexpected wind or snow loads.

<<<CAUTION There is a pinch point when closing the trigger and at the pin swivel.>>>

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: I-1

Note: Support must be added at point A or point B to prevent the verticals from spreading apart.

Workers should not pass vertical legs with the roof adapters installed, they should be passed separately.

Revised: 12/31/05


Part Description Overall Max. Total Vertical Max. Load on WeightNumber Length Load on Ladder One (1) Ladder Rung (lbs.)

LA10 10 ft. ladder 118.0 in. 1000 lb. 500 lb. 42.0LA9 9 ft. ladder 106.5 in. 1000 lb. 500 lb. 36.0LA8 8 ft. ladder 95.0 in. 1000 lb. 500 lb. 34.0LA7 7 ft. ladder 83.5 in. 1000 lb. 500 lb. 32.1LA5 5 ft. ladder 60.5 in. 1500 lb. 500 lb. 22.2LA4 4 ft. ladder 49.0 in. 1500 lb. 500 lb. 18.3LA3 3 ft. ladder 37.5 in. 2000 lb. 500 lb. 14.3LA2 26.0 in 2000 lb. 500 lb. 8.0LA1 14.5 in 2000 lb. 500 lb. 4.1

Note: Ladders are not designed to support loads as walkways,pipe supports, pipe hangers, lifting rigs, etc. Ladders should onlybe used for access to scaffolds.

The Ladder Brackets may limit the load carrying ability of the ladder.


EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: J-1

Excel Modular Ladder

2 ft. ladder1 ft. ladder

Revised: 12/31/05

When installing ladders the collar should always be placed at the bottom.

Excel Modular Ladder Bracket

T-BracketThe ladder must be installed in a corner or at least one (1) T-Bracket restraintfor each ten (10) ft. of ladder must be installed over a horizontal bar or equivalentmeans (i.e.. wire or clamps) to prevent the ladder from rotating around the vertical.

Clamp Brackets (LB3) may be installed on the Horizontal Bars or Vertical Posts.

Part Description Overall Max. Total Vertical WeightNumber Width Load on Bracket (lbs.)

LB2 T-Bracket 12 in. 600 lbs. 12.3LB3 Clamp-Bracket 12 in. 600 lbs. 12.3

Note: Use more Brackets when necessary to carry greater loads.The ladder may be the load limiting member.Clamp Brackets and T-Brackets may be used together on the same scaffold.

<<<CAUTION There is a pinch point when closing the trigger.>>>Do not pass ladders to another employee with the ladder bracket installed.

Clamp Bolts should have between 40 and 65 lbs tension. Over tightening could damage the threadsbolt or item the clamp is attached to.All material must be inspected prior to use! See Section R for inspection guidelines.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: J-2 Revised: 08/01/06

HALF-CLAM

Excel Modular Ladder Installation

Step #1 Step #2

Step #3 Step #4

Step #5 Step #6

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: J-3 Revised: 12/31/05

Part Description Overall Max. Total Vertical Max. Load on WeightNumber Length Load on Ladder One (1) Ladder Rung (lbs.)ALA10 10 ft. Alm. ladder 120 in. 1000 lb. 500 lb. 24.0ALA5 5 ft. Alm. ladder 60 in. 1500 lb. 500 lb. 12.0ALA3 3 ft. Alm. ladder 36 in. 2000 lb. 500 lb. 7.0

8-ALA10 120 in. 1000 lb. 500 lb. 22.08-ALA5 60 in. 1500 lb. 500 lb. 11.08-ALA3 36 in. 2000 lb. 500 lb. 6.5

AEP 7.5 in. NA NA 2.5

Note: Ladders are not designed to support loads as walkways,pipe supports, pipe hangers, lifting rigs, etc. Ladders should onlybe used for access.


EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: J-4

Excel Modular Aluminum Ladder

When installing aluminum ladders the expansion pin should always be securely tightened.

8" wide 5 ft. alm. ladder

Expansion Pin

Revised: 04/15/09



Excel Intermediate Adapter andHeavy Duty Intermediate Adapter

IHA-HD

Only a Ten Cup Leg (VP10, 57.5") or shorter may be used on top of a horizontal adapterplaced on a horizontal, unless additional bracing is used.

EMSLC-TSM-1001

An intermediate adapter can be used to add a board deck or handrails in the middle of an existing horizontal or truss.


Revised: 04/15/09

All IHA's should be checked for missing or damaged welds before installation.

IHA

Section: K-1

The maximum load that can be placed on the intermediate adapter is equal to the maximum center load of the horizontal or truss it is installed on, or the rated load of the IHA, whichever is less.

A minimum of four (4) horizontals must be connected to each vertical installed on top ofany intermediate adapter. The adapter may be installed in the middle of a horizontalor truss or used as corner posts to shorten the size of a scaffold bay.

Heavy Duty Intermediate Adapters can be used with only two (2) horizontals connectedon the vertical. Heavy Duty Intermediate Adapters are not compatible with normal intermediateadapters.Note: Heavy Duty Adapters installed with only two (2) handrails must be used in sets.

When possible, Intermediate Adapters and Heavy Duty Intermediate Adapters should be used insets, adding a horizontal that is used to provide additional support. The bottom support and oneIHA can be replaced with other equivalent support. (i.e.. A horizontal at the first cup of thevertical on top of the IHA or tube & clamp bracing.)

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Revised: 04/15/09Section: K-2

The intermediate adapter and heavy duty adapter can be used to install a short board deck.The load carrying capacity of the board deck is limited by the maximum allowable center load for the existing horizontal. When possible always deck to existinghorizontals for greater load carrying ability.

To install the intermediateadapter or heavy duty adapterconnect both IHA's to thehorizontal.

Rotate the horizontal untilboth IHA's are in the desiredlocation and press down onthe horizontal until the IHA'sfit firmly on the supports.

Part Number Description Weight Max Vert.(lbs.) Load (LBS)

IHA Intermediate Adapter 2 1500IHA-HD Heavy Duty Intermediate Adapter 18.0 2000

Note: When an IHA is supporting a board deck the deck load must be limited to light duty only. Do not pass material to another employee with the IHA attached.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Revised: 04/15/09

The end connector will slide on the IHA allowing the IHA to be angled and dropped over the supporting horizontal member.

Section: K-3

The Intermediate Horizontal Adapter w/Clampcan be used like a regular Intermediate Adapter.The loading and installation requirmentsare the same as the Intermediate Adapter.

When possible, the Intermediate Horizontal Adapterw/Clamp should be used in sets, adding the tubethat is used to provide additional support. Thebottom support and one IHA-C can be replacedwith other equivalent support.

The maximum load that can be placed on the intermediate adapter w/clamp is equal to the maximumcenter load of the horizontal or truss it is installed on, or the rated load of the IHA-C, whichever is less.Only a Ten Cup Leg (VP10, 57.5") or shorter may be used on top of a horizontal adapter unlessadditional bracing is used.

To install the Intermediate HorizontalAdapter w/Clamp attach both connectorsto the horizontal and then slide a pieceof tube under the deck throught theclamps as shown.

The Clamp Bolts should be tightenedto between 40 and 65 lbs tension.Over tightening could damage thethreads, bolt or item the clamp isattached to.

Part Number Description Weight Max Vert.(lbs.) Load (LBS)

IHA-C Intermediate Horizontal Adapter w/Clamp 3.5 1500

Note:When an IHA-C is supporting a board deck the deck load must be limited to light duty only.Do not pass material to another employee with the IHA-C attached.Horizontal supports must be installed as defined for Intermediate Adapters.IHAs and IHA-Cs should never be used to support rigging.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: K-4 Revised: 04/15/09

Intermediate Horizontal Adapter w/Clamp


Excel Modular Horizontal Storage Rack

Horizontal Racks are designed for easy storage and inventory of Excel Modular Scaffoldhorizontals. Each rack holds 96 horizontals and uses 4 horizontals for support, for a total of 100 horizontals. To perform a quick inventory simply count the full racks.

When shipping the horizontal racks require1 piece of banding to be placed around the96 center horizontals.

Horizontal racks are designed to hold amaximum of 3000 lbs of material.

Horizontal racks are designed to hold onlyExcel horizontals.

Horizontal racks may be stacked for storage.The strength of the storage surface willdetermine how many racks can be stacked.

On grass, dirt or other unpacked surfaces, racksshould be placed singly. On prepared surfacesracks can be placed two or three high. Onasphalt and 3 or more inches of concrete,racks may be stacked three or four units high. Racks should not be stacked more than 4 unitshigh.

Horizontal racks are designed so Excel Casters may be placed in the bottom to allow the racksto be easily moved without a forklift. Horizontal racks MUST NOT be stacked when equippedwith casters.

Part Number Weight(lbs.)

HR1 79.0

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: L-1 Revised: 12/31/05

Description

Horizontal Rack

Dimensions

44.5"(w) x 38.5"(h)


Excel Modular Square Storage Rack

Square Racks are designed to hold Excel Modular Scaffold verticals, diagonals andother irregular shaped components.

Square racks will hold 125 - 20 cup verticals or an equivalent number of smaller verticals pinned together.

When shipping the square racks require 2pieces of banding to be placed around thebase of the rack and the item being carried.

Racks are designed to hold a maximum of5000 lbs of material.

Square racks may be stacked for storage.The strength of the storage surface willdetermine how many racks can be stacked.

On grass, dirt or other unpacked surfaces, racksshould be placed singly. On prepared surfacesracks can be placed two or three high. Onasphalt and 3 or more inches of concrete,racks may be stacked three or four units high.Racks should not be stacked more than 4 unitshigh.

Always inspect the surface of the area where racks are stored for any cracking, or sinkingand inspect the racks for tilting or leaning. Correct any problems immediately.

Square racks are designed so special Casters may be placed on the bottom to allow theracks to be easily moved without a forklift.

Part Number Description Weight(lbs.) Length x Width x Height

SSR Square Steel Rack 134.0

Always inspect rack feet for damage before installing casters or loading the rack.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: L-2

Dimensions (in)

44.25 x 44.25 x 32.25Note: Do not overload the casters when stacking a rack, on top of another rack that contains casters.

Revised: 08/01/06

Excel Modular Metal Board Storage Rack

Metal Board Racks are designed to hold Excel Modular Scaffold Metal Boardsand other irregular shaped components.

Metal Board racks will hold 62 metal boards 4 ft or longer and 124 metal boards32 in. or shorter.

When shipping the Metal Board racks require 2pieces of banding to be placed around thebase of the rack and the item being carried.

Racks are designed to hold a maximum of5000 lbs of material.

Metal Board racks may be stacked for storage.The strength of the storage surface willdetermine how many racks can be stacked.

On grass, dirt or other unpacked surfaces, racksshould be placed singly. On prepared surfacesracks can be placed two or three high. Onasphalt and 3 or more inches of concrete,racks may be stacked three or four units high.Racks should not be stacked more than 4 unitshigh.

Always inspect the surface of the area where racks are stored for any cracking, or sinkingand inspect the racks for tilting or leaning. Correct any problems immediately.

Metal Board racks are designed so special Casters may be placed on the bottom to allow theracks to be easily moved without a forklift.

Part Number Description Weight(lbs.) Length x Width x Height

SBR Steel Board Rack 160.0

Always inspect rack feet for damage before installing casters or loading the rack.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: L-3

Dimensions (in)

59.75 x 47.0 x 36.0Note: Do not overload the casters when stacking a rack, on top of another rack that contains casters.

Revised: 08/01/06

Excel Modular Storage Basket

Wire Baskets are designed to hold Excel Modular Scaffold casters, ladder brackets,clamps and other small components only.

Wire baskets are designed to hold a maximum weight of 2000 lbs.

Items should never be stacked above the rim in wire baskets.When shipping wire baskets may require a plywood lid, to prevent items from bouncing out.

Wire Baskets may be stacked for storage.Wire Baskets should never be stacked more than 2 units high.

Part Number Description Weight(lbs.)

FWB Folding Wire Basket 240.0

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: L-5 Revised: 12/31/05

Excel Modular Safety Gates

Safety Gates are designed to provide safe access for scaffolds.

Safety gates can be installed on any 36 inch wide scaffold bay.To install a Safety Gate on a larger size scaffold bay, 5 ft to 10 ft. , a 36" side bracket or HeavyDuty Intermediate Adapter can be installed with shorter bars to support the gate.The gate must only be attached to the existing vertical post and not to the post attached to theend of the side bracket or Heavy Duty Intermediate Adapter.Excel Scaffold material or Tube and clamp should be used to close off areas greater than 36 inch.Gates can be used on bays smaller than 36 inches as long as they open and latch properly.

Note: An intermediate adapter shall not be used with the Safety Gate.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: M-1


Revised: 03/28/08

Excel Modular Safety Gates

During periodic scaffold inspections the gate may require that the clamps be loosened and the gate rotated to retighten the spring.


SG2 Safety Gate with Clamps 21.0

Note: Gates should be periodically maintained. If they have grease certs, they shouldbe filled with a white lithium grease (ST-80 High Performance Grease or its equivalent).Gates without grease certs should be lubed with a 10 weight oil or dry graphite.WD40 can be used before application of grease or oil to loosen old grease andremove any rust buildup. The gate must be cycled (swung in both directions) as manytimes as necessary to allow the oil/grease to work in and allow the gate to swing freely.

Clamp Bolts should have between 40 and 65 lbs tension. Over tightening could damage the threadsbolt or item the clamp is attached to.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: M-2 Revised: 03/28/08

spring has enough tension that the gate remains closed. Finally, tighten the clamps to holdthe gate in place. When propely placed the strike plate should touch 50% or more of the vertical post.

The SG2 gate may be flipped to allow the gate to swing in either direction.

To properly install the clamp safety gate; first place the gate on the vertical and lightly secure theclamps, then rotate the gate around the vertical toward the outside of the scaffold until the


For greater versatility the SG2 Safety Gate is equipped with clamps and designed to fit all types of scaffolding.

Excel Modular Safety Gate Handrail

Safety Gate Handrails are designed to provide thesafest possible entry and exit from a scaffoldplatform. When used in combination with the ExcelModular Safety Gate they eliminate the need forworkers to climb over or through the handrails to access the work platform.

Never attach a gate to theHandrail.

Safety Gate Handrails are placed on top of the ladder. They lockover the top of the ladder providing safe handrail support all the wayonto the scaffold platform.

Safety gate handrails can be installed on any 36" scaffold opening. They are designed to be used withthe safety gate.


SGHR-L Safety Gate Handrail with Clamps (Left) 14.0SGHR-R Safety Gate Handrail with Clamps (Right) 14.0

Note:


EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: M-3

The top of the ladder rail must stop at the same level as the board deck to prevent trip hazards.

Revised: 08/01/06


Stairs can be designed using side brackets or multibay scaffolds.Warning:

Excel Metal Boards are used as the stair Improper use of stairs could causetreads. Stairs are designed to be any serious injury.width from 2 ft. to 9 ft. All boards are Always use handrails and step inself locking, no wiring is required. the center of the treads.

Always walk down the stair tower, WARNING: Metal boards with bent do not run, do not not skip any steps.ears shall not be used as stair treads. Non-Slip adhesive tape may beInsure proper fit for all stair treads. applied to the edge of the metalAll stair treads MUST be installed before boards for additional safety.the stair unit is used. Users should try to maintain a 3 point

contact with the stair.Part Description Weight

Number Galvanized (lbs.)SS2 Universal Stair Stringer 68.0

HSS2 42" Universal Stair Stringer 43.0SSB Universal Stair Stringer Base 19.0

SSB-3 Universal Stair Stringer Base 3 step 26.0SSB-4 Universal Stair Stringer Base 4 step 34.0SSB-5 Universal Stair Stringer Base 5 step 42.0SSB-6 Universal Stair Stringer Base 6 step 50.0SSB-7 Universal Stair Stringer Base 7 step 58.0SSB-8 Universal Stair Stringer Base 8 step 66.0SSB-9 Universal Stair Stringer Base 9 step 74.0SSB-10 Universal Stair Stringer Base 10 step 82.0

DSB or DEBHandrails (Pin Removed or Snap Button Unlocked)

Note:Stair Sizes 6-9 ft are rated for light duty 25 lb/sq ftAll smaller sizes 2-5 ft are rated for medium duty 50 lb/sq ft

removed or buttons compressed, for stair handrails.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: N-1

Excel Modular Stair System

Revised: 12/31/05

When using the stair stringers; Insure that locking lugs are properly pinned and DO NOT handle the stringers using the locking lugs.

24.80

Excel Stair Systems are designed to provide safe access for scaffolds.

Excel Half Clamp braces (Part Number DSB) or End Braces (Part Number DEB) should be used, with the pin


Excel Modular Rope Hoist

At least one (1) horizontalmember must be attached tothe vertical to providelateral support for the ropehoist.

The scaffold must have acomplete horizontal scaffoldwrap at or above the Rope Hoist connection.

Excel Modular Rope Hoist are designed to aid in scaffold construction and to provide aneasy way to get tools up a ladder to the board deck.

The pulley system swivels so that the load can be swiveled through an open Excel SafetyGate or above the top handrail.

Part Description Maximum WeightNumber Allowable

load (lbs.) (lbs.)RPH1 Rope Hoist 250.0 35Pulley Hoist Pulley 250.0 8

Note:The rope pulley hoist cannot be used with chain falls, electric or air winches.The pulley supplied by Excel requires 7/8" rope. Other types of wheel pulleys can be used as long as the pulley is designed to support the required loads. The diameter of the rope tobe used with other pulleys will depend on the pulleys size.The attached vertical should be able to support the required loads.This pulley assembly shall not be installed on any vertical attached to an IntermediateHorizontal Adapter, Side Bracket or vertical that is not properly braced.

All rope must be inspected each shift before use.

The rope pulley hoist should be periodically maintained. They should be filledwith a white lithium grease (ST-80 High Performance Grease or its equivalent).WD40 can be used before application of grease or oil to loosen old grease andremove any rust buildup.


EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: O-1 Revised: 08/01/06


Use caution when handling, passing and installing the Rope Hoist. It will rotate and could spin over / flip during handling causing serious injury to the installer.Be sure the pulley is removed or securely attached before handling, or passing the rope hoist to another person.

Excel Modular used With Tube & Clamp

The Vertical Tube Adapteris designed to provide asafe, strong method totransition from ExcelScaffold to Tube and Clamp.

Excel Scaffold Material is designed to be 100% compatible with most types of Tube &Clamp.

Part Description WeightNumber

(lbs.)TCA Tube & Clamp Adapter 3.5

TU-20 20 ft Tube 30TU-16 16 ft Tube 22TU-13 13 ft Tube 27TU-10 10 ft Tube 21TU-8 8 ft Tube 18TU-6 6 ft Tube 14TU-4 4 ft Tube 11SWC Swivel Clamp 3RAC Right Angle Clamp 4SBC Swivel Beam Clamp 4RBC Rigid Beam Clamp 4

MBP-1 Male Base Plate 5Note:When tube and clamp scaffolding is used to continue a vertical above the ExcelModular Scaffold system, the load ratings and restrictions of the tube and clampmanufacturer must be used.

Swivel Beam clamps and Rigid beam clamps should be used only for scaffold bracing or as shownbelow. To support a scaffold structure use tube and clamp or heavy duty support beam clampsdesigned for such use.

When the top of the beam cannot be reached because of an obstruction, tube and clamp cut tolength or tubing designed to fit between two beams can be used for support.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: P-1 Revised: 08/01/06

Male Tube &Clamp Connector

Holes to fitExcel VerticalPin.

Beam Clamps attachedto top of Ibeam. Wherethe load is not on theclamp bolt.

Secure the beam from all sides using tube andclamp as shown.

Use backup clamps toprevent slippage of thetubing.

WarningSBC and RBC beam clamps should only be used for bracing or as above, the bolt mustNEVER be used for rigging or supporting a scaffold!

NEVER Support a scaffold usingbeam clamps this way!

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: P-2 Revised: 08/01/06


Tube & clamp material has been manufactured by many different venders andthere is no easy way to identify the manufacturer or the quality of material used in itsconstruction. Always assume that the material is of lesser quality and use the mostconservative designs when building with this material.

The strength of the scaffold is greatly affected by the torque on the bolted connections.

TU-16 and TU-20 without proper support may not meet minimum requirements for scaffold loads.

Tube & clamp material must be assembled in strict accordance with all current Federal andState guidelines. (See OSHA 1926.452(b) "Tube and coupler scaffolds.")

Clamp Bolts should have between 40 and 65 lbs tension. Over tightening could damage the clamp,bolt threads or item the clamp is attached to.


Rigid beam clamps (RBC) and Swivel beam clamps (SBC) must be inspected for damage/crackingat the weld and the top bend of the clamp. Beam clamps have been know to fracture at the top bendarea.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: P-3


Revised: 08/01/06

Most tube material is manufactured with 13 gage 1.90 dia tubing.

General Assembly Instructions

Top of handrail installed 8 cups(46 in.) above the board deck.

Top of midrail installed 4 cups(23 in.) above the board deck.

Install toe boards on all opensides.

Board deck max. of 14 cups(80.5 in.) above base horizontalbar.

Top of diagonal set 10 cups(57.5 in.) above bottom ofbrace.

Base bar on bottom 2 cups.

Screw jack not to exceed 12 in.or rated limits.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section Q-1 Revised: 12/31/05

9) When covering scaffold with plastic, tarps or other types of solid material the user must considerall wind and/or snow loading. Excel recommends that all users consult with an Engineer to insurethe proper bracing for the maximum expected wind or snow loads.


Code of Safe Practices

8.) Read, understand and comply with all Federal (OSHA) State and local codes and regulations pertaining toscaffold erection and removal.

Excel recognizes that the scaffold industry is considered "inherently dangerous". It is the intent of this section ofthe procedures manual to provide pertinent guidelines for the proper, safe use, and maintenance of scaffoldcomponents and structures. These guidelines are generalities and do not intend to cover every specific situationor component; they do not purport to be all inclusive nor to supplant other regulatory and precautionary measuresfor the safe use of scaffold in usual or unusual conditions. The primary codes or regulations are those promulgatedby OSHA. They are Federal Laws intended to provide a safe workplace by providing minimum referenceguidelines upon which related activities should be carried out. It shall be the responsibility of all users / erectors toavail himself and to comply with all applicable codes, regulations, standard and common sense practices designedto proport safety in the erection, use and dismantling of scaffold.

1.) Jobsite conditions within the boundaries of a refinery, chemical plant, manufacturing plant, paper and pulp mill,power plant, or construction site may vary, and each presents unique circumstances. Efficient and proper planningof each job must be done by a competent, qualified person: OSHA 1926.451 (a) (3) no scaffold shall be erected,moved, dismantled or altered except under the supervision of competent persons.

General Guidelines Prior To Use Of Scaffolding

5.) All equipment must be inspected to insure that it is in good condition. Damaged or deteriorated equipmentshould not be used and must be removed from service.

2.) The jobsite should be inspected and supervision be familiarized with proper access, proximity of power orprocess lines, obstructions, ground conditions, openings or pits, strength of supporting structure, interference withother workers, overhead protection, wind / weather protection and environmental hazards. These conditions mustbe evaluated and adequately provided for. Also, consider the protection of people who will be passing or workingbeneath or around scaffold structures.

E. provide adequate decking materials

Section R-1

F. design scaffold structure on components to adequately compensate for all intended loads G. use only qualified personnel who are in good shape - emotionally and physically

3.) The work to be done and the number of persons involved must be determined to properly calculate theloading; the total loads and the supporting ground or structure must be considered when designing scaffoldstructure - leg spacing, adequate sills, horizontal bracing, etc.

D. provide proper handrails and toe boards

4.) Stationary scaffolds over 125 ft. in height and rolling towers over 60 ft. in height must be designed by aprofessional engineer.

6.) Scaffolds must be designed and used in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications andrecommendations. Do not intermix different brands of scaffold, unless authorized by the manufacturer, or plan touse materials in any manner other than what the manufacturer intended their design to accommodate.

7.) When planning the job, remember to use common sense, sound judgment and qualified reasoning for thefollowing: A. provide adequate foundations B. provide proper access C. provide proper bracing

I. GENERAL GUIDELINESA.

B.

C.

D.

E. SCAFFOLDS MUST BE ERECTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DESIGN AND/OR MANUFACTURERS' RECOMMENDATIONS.

F.

G. DO NOT ABUSE OR MISUSE THE SCAFFOLD EQUIPMENT.H.

I.

J.

K.

II. GUIDELINES FOR ERECTION AND USE OF SCAFFOLDSA.

B.

C. BRACING, LEVELING & PLUMBING OF FRAME SCAFFOLDS - 1


Plumb and level all scaffolds as the erection proceeds. Do not force frames or braces tofit - level the scaffold until proper fit can easily be made.

INSPECT ALL EQUIPMENT BEFORE USING. Never use any equipment that is damaged ordefective in any way. Remove it from the job site.

DO NOT ERECT, DISMANTLE OR ALTER A SCAFFOLD unless under the supervision of aqualified person.

ERECTED SCAFFOLDS SHOULD BE CONTINUALLY INSPECTED by users to be sure that theyare maintained in safe condition. Report any unsafe condition to your supervisor.

NEVER USE EQUIPMENT FOR PURPOSES OR IN WAYS FOR WHICH IT WAS NOTINTENDED.

NEVER TAKE CHANCES! IF IN DOUBT REGARDING THE SAFETY OR USE OF THESCAFFOLD, CONSULT YOUR SCAFFOLD SUPPLIER.

POST THESE SCAFFOLDING SAFETY GUIDELINES in a conspicuous place and be sure that allpersons who erect, dismantle or use scaffolding are aware of them.FOLLOW ALL STATE, LOCAL AND FEDERAL CODES, ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONSpertaining to scaffolding.SURVEY THE JOB SITE. A survey shall be made of the job site for hazards, such as untampedearth fills, ditches, debris, high tension wires, unguarded openings, and other hazardous conditionscreated by other trades. These conditions should be corrected or avoided as noted in the followingsections.

Section R-2

DO NOT WORK ON SCAFFOLDS if your physical condition is such that you feel dizzy or unsteadyin any way.

USE ADJUSTING SCREWS or other approved methods instead of blocking to adjust to unevengrade conditions.

SCAFFOLD BASE MUST BE SET ON AN ADEQUATE SILL OR PAD to prevent slipping or sinking and fixed thereto where required. Any part of a building or structure used to support the scaffold shall be capable of supporting the maximum intended load to be applied.

DEVELOPED FOR INDUSTRY BYSCAFFOLD INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION, INC.

It shall be the responsibility of all users to read and comply with the following common sense guidelines which aredesigned to promote safety in the erecting, dismantling and use of scaffolds. These guidelines do not purport to be all-inclusive nor to supplant or replace other additional safety and precautionary measures to cover usual orunusual conditions. If these guidelines in any way conflict with any state, local, federal or other governmentstatute or regulation, said statue or regulation shall supersede these guidelines and it shall be the responsibility ofeach user to comply therewith.

GIVE TO SCAFFOLD ERECTOR & USER OR POST ON JOB

CODE OF SAFE PRACTICESFOR

FRAME SCAFFOLDS, SYSTEM SCAFFOLDS,TUBE AND CLAMP SCAFFOLDS & ROLLING SCAFFOLDS

2

D. BRACING, LEVELING & PLUMBING OF TUBE & CLAMP AND SYSTEM SCAFFOLDS - 1

2 PLUMB, LEVEL AND TIE all scaffolds as erection proceeds.3

4

E.

F.

G.

H. A MEANS OF ACCESS TO ALL PLATFORMS SHALL BE PROVIDED.I. DO NOT USE ladders or makeshift devices on top of scaffolds to increase the height.J.

K. BRACKETS AND CANTILEVERED PLATFORMS - 1

2

3

L.


FASTEN ALL COUPLERS AND/OR CONNECTIONS securely before assembly of nextlevel.VERTICAL AND/OR HORIZONTAL DIAGONAL BRACING MUST BE INSTALLEDaccording to manufacturer's recommendations.

DO NOT ERECT SCAFFOLDS NEAR ELECTRICAL POWER LINES UNLESS PROPERPRECAUTIONS ARE TAKEN. Consult the power service company for advice.

Section R-3

ALL SCAFFOLDING COMPONENTS shall be installed and used in accordance with themanufacturers' recommended procedure. Components shall not be altered in the field. Scaffoldframes and their components manufactured by different companies shall not be intermixed, unlessthe component parts readily fit together and the resulting scaffold's structural integrity is maintainedby the user.

Brackets for FRAME SCAFFOLDS shall be seated correctly with side bracket parallel tothe frames and end brackets at 90 degrees to the frames. Brackets shall not be bent ortwisted from normal position. Brackets (except mobile brackets designed to carrymaterials) are to be used as work platforms only and shall not be used for storage ofmaterial or equipment.

Brackets for SYSTEM SCAFFOLDS shall be installed and used in accordance withmanufacturer's recommendations.

Each frame or panel shall be braced by horizontal bracing, cross bracing, diagonalbracing or any combination thereof for securing vertical members together laterally. Allbrace connections shall be made secure, in accordance with the manufacturer'srecommendations.

POSTS SHALL BE ERECTED PLUMB in all directions, with the first level of runnersand bearers positioned as close to the base as feasible. The distance between bearersand runners shall not exceed manufacturer's recommended procedures.

TIE CONTINUOUS (RUNNING) SCAFFOLDS TO THE WALL OR STRUCTURE at each end andat least every 30 feet of length when scaffold height exceeds the maximum allowable free standingdimension. Begin ties or stabilizers when the scaffold height exceeds that dimension, and repeat atvertical intervals not greater than 26 feet. The top anchor shall be placed no lower than four (4)times the base dimension from the top of the completed scaffold. Anchors must prevent scaffoldfrom tipping into or away from wall or structure. Stabilize circular or irregular scaffolds in such amanner that completed scaffold is secure and restrained from tipping. When scaffolds are partiallyor fully enclosed or subjected to overturning loads, specific precautions shall be taken to insure thefrequency and accuracy of ties to the wall and structure. Due to increased loads resulting from windor overturning loads the scaffolding component to which ties are subjected shall be checked foradditional loads.WHEN FREE STANDING SCAFFOLD TOWERS exceed four (4) times their minimum basedimension vertically, they must be restrained from tipping. (CAL/OSHA and some governmentagencies require stricter ratio of 3 to 1.)

Cantilevered platforms shall be designed, installed and used in accordance withmanufacturer's recommendations.

PROVIDE GUARDRAILS AND MID-RAILS AT EACH WORKING PLATFORM LEVEL where opensides and ends exist, and toe boards where required by code.

M. PLANKING - 1

2

3

4

N.1

2 Putlogs / trusses should be extended at least 6" beyond point of support.3

O. FOR ROLLING SCAFFOLDS THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES APPLY:1

2

3

4

5 Joints shall be restrained from separation.6

7

8

9 Cleat or secure all plank.10 Secure or remove all materials and equipment from platform before moving.11

P. SAFE USE OF SCAFFOLD -1

2

3 Exercise caution when entering or leaving a work platform.4

5 Do not jump onto planks or platforms.6

7 Climb in access areas only and USE BOTH HANDS.


No more than 12 inches of the screw jack shall extend between the bottom of theadjusting nut and the top of the caster.

Solid sawn lumber, LVL (laminated veneer lumber) or fabricated scaffold planks and platforms (unless cleated or restrained) shall extend over their end supports not less than 6" nor more than 18". This overhang should not be used as a work platform.

Working platforms shall cover scaffold bearer as completely as possible. Only scaffoldgrade wood planking or fabricated planking and decking meeting scaffold userequirements shall be used.

Planking shall have at least 12" overlap and extend 6" beyond center of support, or becleated or restrained at both ends to prevent sliding off supports.

RIDING A ROLLING SCAFFOLD IS VERY HAZARDOUS. The Scaffold IndustryAssociation does not recommend nor encourage this practice. However, if you chooseto do so, be sure to follow all state, federal or other governmental guidelines.Casters with plain stems shall be attached to the panel or adjustment screw by pins orother suitable means.

FOR "PUTLOGS" AND "TRUSSES" THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES APPLY:

Wheels or casters shall be provided with a locking means to prevent caster rotation andscaffold movement and kept locked.

Section R-4

Do not overload scaffold. Follow manufacturer's safe working load recommendations.

Erected scaffolds and platforms should be inspected continuously by those using them.

Check each plank prior to use to be sure plank is not warped, damaged, or otherwiseunsafe.

Place recommended bracing between putlogs / trusses when the span of putlog / truss ismore than 12 feet.

Use horizontal diagonal bracing near the bottom and at 20 foot intervals measured fromthe rolling surface.Do not use brackets or other platform extensions without compensating for theoverturning effect.The platform height of a Rolling Scaffold must not exceed four (4) times the smallestbase Government agencies require a stricter ratio or 3 to 1).

Do not attempt to move a rolling scaffold without sufficient help - watch out for holes infloor and overhead obstructions - stabilize against tipping.

Do not use ladders or makeshift devices on top of working platforms to increase theheight or provide access from above.

Prior to use, inspect scaffold to insure it has not been altered and is in safe workingcondition.

Do not cantilever or extend putlogs / trusses as side brackets without thoroughconsideration for loads to be applied.

A.

B. Visually inspect plank prior to dismantling to be sure they are safe.C.

D. Do not accumulate excess components or equipment on the level being dismantled.E. Do not remove ties until scaffold above has been removed (dismantled).F. Lower dismantled components in an orderly manner. Do not throw off of scaffold.G. Dismantled equipment should be stockpiled in an orderly manner.H. FOLLOW ERECTION PROCEDURES AND USER MANUALS.


III. WHEN DISMANTLING SCAFFOLDING THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES APPLY:

Section R-5

Since field conditions vary and are beyond the control of the Scaffold Industry Association, safe and proper use ofscaffolding is the sole responsibility of the user.

These safety guidelines (Codes of Safe Practice) set forth common sense procedures for safely erecting,dismantling and using scaffolding equipment. However, equipment and scaffolding systems differ, andaccordingly, reference must always be made to the instructions and procedures of the supplier and / ormanufacturer of the equipment.

Check to insure scaffolding has not been structurally altered in a way which would make it unsafeand, if it has, reconstruct where necessary before commencing with dismantling procedures. Thisincludes all scaffold ties.

Consideration must be given as to the effect removal of a component will have on the rest of thescaffold prior to that component's removal.

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OSHA Compliance of Excel Modular Scaffold.

All Excel Modular Scaffold equipment can be used to construct scaffolds that are 100% compliant with OSHA regulations. It is important to understand that OSHA does not regulate how scaffold material is manufactured. The manufacture of scaffold material is covered by ANSI and ASTM specifications. OSHA 1926.450-453,1053 governs the construction of scaffolds using different types of scaffold material. The only restrictions that OSHA places on scaffold material are a 4:1 safety factor and loading values for decks, handrails and ladders. When Excel Modular Scaffold material is assembled according to the loading and assembly requirements in Excel Technical Manual the completed scaffold will meet the OSHA regulations. This document is an explanation of how Excel Modular Scaffold Material meets the OSHA 1926.450-453,1053 documents. Ultimate Load: The load values listed in our technical manual reflect that all Excel Scaffold Components have been tested to a minimum safety factor of 4:1. 1.A.) OSHA Standard requires a 4:1 safety factor for scaffold material that does not contain suspension rope.

1926.451 (a)(1) Except as provided in paragraphs (a)(2), (a)(3), (a)(4), (a)(5) and (g) of this section, each scaffold and scaffold component shall be capable


of supporting, without failure, its own weight and at least 4 times the maximum intended load applied or transmitted to it.

Section (a)(2) refers to counterweights, Section (a)(3) and (a)(4), suspension rope; Section (a)(5) scaffold hoist and (g) handrails. Excel Scaffold material is all tested to a better than 4:1 safety factor. ISO 9001-2000 test documentation is available upon request. 2.A.) The OSHA standard for handrails is 200 lbs.

1926.451(g)(1)(iv) Each employee on a self-contained adjustable scaffold shall be protected by a guardrail system (with minimum 200 pound toprail capacity) when the platform is supported by the frame structure, and by both a personal fall arrest system and a guardrail system (with minimum 200 pound toprail capacity) when the platform is supported by ropes; All Excel Scaffold Handrails exceed this value.

3.A.) OSHA provides for three deck-loading values 25-lb/sq ft, 50-lb/sq ft and 75-lb/sq ft.

Index to Appendix A for Subpart L 1. (c) Fabricated planks and platforms may be used in lieu of solid sawn wood planks. Maximum spans for such units shall be as recommended by the manufacturer based on the maximum intended load being calculated as follows:

_____________________________________________________________ Rated load capacity | Intended load _____________________________________________________________ |

Light-duty....... | * 25 pounds per square foot applied | uniformly over the entire span area.

Medium-duty. .| * 50 pounds per square foot applied | uniformly over the entire span area.

Heavy-duty.... .| * 75 pounds per square foot applied | uniformly over the entire span area.


Note: Platform units used to make scaffold platforms intended for light-duty use shall be capable of supporting at least 25 pounds per square foot applied uniformly over the entire unit-span area, or a 250-pound point load placed on the unit at the center of the span, whichever load produces the greater shear force. Excel Technical manual pages B3, B4, B6, B7, G1, H7, H8 define how to construct proper deck sizes to meet the above loading requirements.

4.A) The required load on stairs and ladders as defined by OSHA is 2 loads of 250 lb. 1926.1053

(a)(1) Ladders shall be capable of supporting the following loads without failure: (a)(1)(i) Each self-supporting portable ladder: At least four times the maximum intended load, except that each extra-heavy-duty type 1A metal or plastic ladder shall sustain at least 3.3 time the maximum intended load. The ability of a ladder to sustain the loads indicated in this paragraph shall be determined by applying or transmitting the requisite load to the ladder in a downward vertical direction. Ladders built and tested in conformance with the applicable provisions of appendix A of this subpart will be deemed to meet this requirement. (a)(1)(ii) Each portable ladder that is not self-supporting: At least four times the maximum intended load, except that each extra-heavy-duty type 1A metal or plastic ladders shall sustain at least 3.3 times the maximum intended load. The ability of a ladder to sustain the loads indicated in this paragraph shall be determined by applying or transmitting the requisite load to the ladder in a downward vertical direction when the ladder is placed at an angle of 75 1/2 degrees from the horizontal. Ladders built and tested in conformance with the applicable provisions of appendix A will be deemed to meet this requirement. (a)(1)(iii) Each Fixed ladder: At least two loads of 250 pounds (114 kg) each, concentrated between any two consecutive attachments (the number and position of additional concentrated loads of 250 pounds (114 kg) each, determined from anticipated usage of the ladder, shall also be included), plus anticipated loads caused by ice buildup, winds,


rigging, and impact loads resulting from the use of ladder safety devices. Each step or rung shall be capable of supporting a single concentrated load of a least 250 pounds (114 kg) applied in the middle of the step or rung. Ladders built in conformance with the applicable provisions of appendix A will be deemed to meet this requirement.

Excel Ladders and Stairs have been tested to meet the above-required loads.


OSHA Compliance and Maintenance of Excel Modular Scaffold. All Excel Modular Scaffold equipment can be used to construct scaffolds that are 100% compliant with OSHA regulations. When Excel Modular Scaffold material is assembled and maintained using the requirements in Excel Technical Manual the completed scaffold will meet the OSHA regulations. The following sections from the OSHA 1926.450-453,1053 documents must be followed by the end user to insure that all scaffolds are correctly constructed and all scaffold components correctly installed and maintained. OSHA 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: (b)(1) The nature of scaffold hazards; (b)(2) The correct procedures for erecting, disassembling, moving, operating, repairing, inspecting, and maintaining the type of scaffold in question; (b)(3) The design criteria, maximum intended load-carrying capacity and intended use of the scaffold; (b)(4) Any other pertinent requirements of this subpart.

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(f)(3) Scaffolds and scaffold components shall be inspected for visible defects by a competent person before each work shift, and after any occurrence which could affect a scaffold's structural integrity.


(f)(4) Any part of a scaffold damaged or weakened such that its strength is less than that required by paragraph (a) of this section shall be immediately repaired or replaced, braced to meet those provisions, or removed from service until repaired.

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(d)(10) Ropes shall be inspected for defects by a competent person prior to each workshift and after every occurrence which could affect a rope's integrity. Ropes shall be replaced if any of the following conditions exist: (d)(10)(i) Any physical damage which impairs the function and strength of the rope. (d)(10)(ii) Kinks that might impair the tracking or wrapping of rope around the drum(s) or sheave(s). (d)(10)(iii) Six randomly distributed broken wires in one rope lay or three broken wires in one strand in one rope lay. (d)(10)(iv) Abrasion, corrosion, scrubbing, flattening or peening causing loss of more than one-third of the original diameter of the outside wires. (d)(10)(v) Heat damage caused by a torch or any damage caused by contact with electrical wires. (d)(10)(vi) Evidence that the secondary brake has been activated during an overspeed condition and has engaged the suspension rope.

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(d)(12) When wire rope clips are used on suspension scaffolds: (d)(12)(i) There shall be a minimum of 3 wire rope clips installed, with the clips a minimum of 6 rope diameters apart; (d)(12)(ii) Clips shall be installed according to the manufacturer's recommendations; (d)(12)(iii) Clips shall be retightened to the manufacturer's recommendations after the initial loading; (d)(12)(iv) Clips shall be inspected and retightened to the manufacturer's recommendations at the start of each workshift thereafter; (d)(12)(v) U-bolt clips shall not be used at the point of suspension for any scaffold hoist; (d)(12)(vi) When U-bolt clips are used, the U-bolt shall be placed over the dead end of the rope, and the saddle shall be placed over the live end of the rope.


OSHA 1926.1053 (b)(15) Ladders shall be inspected by a competent person for visible defects on a periodic basis and after any occurrence that could affect their safe use.

OSHA 1926.1060

(a) The employer shall provide a training program for each employee using ladders and stairways, as necessary. The program shall enable each employee to recognize hazards related to ladders and stairways, and shall train each employee in the procedures to be followed to minimize these hazards. (a)(1) The employer shall ensure that each employee has been trained by a competent person in the following areas, as applicable: (a)(1)(i) The nature of fall hazards in the work area; (a)(1)(ii) The correct procedures for erecting, maintaining, and disassembling the fall protection systems to be used; (a)(1)(iii) The proper construction, use, placement, and care in handling of all stairways and ladders; (a)(1)(iv) The maximum intended load-carrying capacities of ladders and (a)(1)(v) The standards contained in this subpart.


Scaffold inspection guidelines During manufacture Excel Modular Scaffold goes through a very intensive inspection program. Each part is handled and inspected two times. Items are then randomly selected for non destructive testing and a final inspection is performed. Further visual inspection is performed as the material is loaded for shipment to any jobsite. Even with this intensive inspection system it is still the responsibility of the end user to insure that each piece of scaffold material installed is free of defects. Scaffolds are usually built by one craft group and then work is performed on and around the scaffold by many different craft groups. During normal use it is possible that scaffold components will become damaged. The following are general guidelines to aid the end user in identifying potential problems with Excel Modular Scaffold material. This list is by no means all inclusive and is provided only as a general guide. All components must be checked every time they are used, prior to installation or removal for any visible damage, missing or broken welds, deformed or dented parts that may affect the strength of the item, saw marks, welding burn marks, excessive rust or chemical damage. Material must be removed from service any time rust or chemical damage has affected the strength or fit of the material, this is especially critical with the trigger and spring assembly. End users should immediately contact Excel Modular Scaffold & Leasing Company (877) 668-6657 or (225) 777-4157 regarding any abnormal issues or concerns. For all items with End connectors: The end connector must be undamaged and the trigger unbroken. Look for missing bolts or nuts that hold in the trigger or spring. Examine the trigger mechanism and insure that the trigger and spring are functioning correctly. Check to insure the trigger/spring is free of weld splatter, gunnite and other products which could affect the smooth operation of the trigger/spring. Insure that the fit of the end connector to the vertical post is not excessively loose due to damage to the end connector. Intermediate Horizontal Adapters (IHA) must be free of any visible damage, missing or broken welds on the cups, bent or deformed cups, bent or deformed top plate, missing or bent top pin. The part must also be free from any saw marks; welding burn marks; or other damage which may affect the strength of the member. Verticals must be free of any visible damage, missing or broken welds on the cups, bent or deformed cups, or bent or deformed tubing. The tubing must also be free of any saw marks; welding burn marks, large dents or other damage which may affect the strength of the member. Shoring Post requires special attention because of the loads they are required to support. They must be free of any visible damage, missing or broken welds on the cups, bent or


deformed cups, or bent or deformed tubing. The tubing must also be free of any saw marks; welding burn marks, large dents or other damage which may affect the strength of the member. The members must be checked to insure they are straight and plumb. Shoring Jacks and Shoring Heads require the same attention as the Shoring Post. Additionally the screw connections must be checked for broken welds or damaged threads Vertical Adapters must be must be free of any visible damage. The tubing must also be free of any saw marks; welding burn marks, large dents or other damage which may affect the strength of the member. Horizontals must be free of any visible damage, missing or broken welds on the end connectors or bent or deformed tubing. The tubing must also be free of any saw marks; welding burn marks, large dents or other damage which may affect the strength of the member. Adjustable Bearers must be free of any visible damage, missing or broken welds on the end connectors or bent or deformed tubing. The tubing must also be free of any saw marks; welding burn marks, large dents or other damage which may affect the strength of the member. The locking bolt must be installed and working correctly to prevent movement. Adjustable Braces, Adjustable Swivel Braces and Adjustable combination Braces must be free of any visible damage, bent or deformed tubing, missing or broken welds on the end connectors or clamp assemblies. The tubing must also be free of any saw marks; welding burn marks, large dents or other damage which may affect the strength of the member. The clamp rivet must be examined for wear or bending and the bolt threads must be free of defects. Locking pins must be installed and functional. Diagonal Pin Braces must be free of any visible damage, bent or deformed tubing, missing or broken welds on the clamp assemblies. The tubing must also be free of any saw marks; welding burn marks, large dents or other damage which may affect the strength of the member. The clamp rivet must be examined for wear or bending and the bolt threads must be free of defects. Side brackets must be free of any visible damage, missing or broken welds on the end connectors or cups; bent or deformed tubing. The tubing must also be free of any saw marks; welding burn marks, large dents or other damage which may affect the strength of the member. Special attention must be placed on inspecting the end connector where it fits into the cup and the trigger to insure it fits snugly onto the vertical cups and that there is no visible damage or bending. Casters must be free of any visible damage. The caster must be round, the pin assembly must be straight and all bolts and nuts must be present.


Safety Outriggers must be free of any visible damage, missing or broken welds on the end connectors or cups; bent or deformed tubing. The tubing must also be free of any saw marks; welding burn marks, large dents or other damage which may affect the strength of the member. Screw Jacks and Swivel Jacks must be checked for proper operation and for damaged threads or nuts Metal boards must be free of any visible damage, creases in the board surface, bending of the support runners, excessive rust or chemical damage, missing or broken welds on the cleats. Board strength is directly affected by the cleats and the side rails; insure the cleats are undamaged and all welds are intact, and insure the side rails are straight and undamaged. Trusses must be free of any visible damage, missing or broken welds on the end connectors or bent or deformed tubing. The tubing must also be free of any saw marks; welding burn marks, large dents or other damage which may affect the strength of the member. Trolley Beams must be free of any visible damage. They must not contain saw marks; welding burn marks, large dents or other damage which may affect the strength of the member. The bottom web which supports the trolley must be free of dents or bends. Roof Adapters must be free of any visible damage or missing or broken welds. Special attention must be placed on inspecting the end connector where it fits into the cup and the trigger to insure it fits snugly onto the vertical cups and that there is no visible damage or bending. Ladders must be free of any visible damage, missing or broken welds on the rungs; bent or deformed tubing or rungs. The side rails and rungs must also be free of any saw marks; welding burn marks, large dents or other damage which may affect the strength of the members. Ladder Brackets must be free of any visible damage. The clamp rivet must be examined for wear or bending and the clamp bolt threads must be free of defects. Safety Gates must be free of any visible damage, missing or broken welds. The tubing must be free of any saw marks; welding burn marks, large dents or other damage. The clamp rivet must be examined for wear or bending and the clamp bolt threads must be free of defects. Safety Gate Handrails must be free of any visible damage, missing or broken welds. Special attention must be placed on inspecting the end connector where it fits into the cup and the trigger to insure it fits snugly onto the vertical cups and that there is no visible damage or bending.


Stair System Parts must be free of any visible damage, missing or broken welds, missing tread lock down clips or missing locking bolts. Stair stringers must be straight and undamaged. The tread locking clips must be able to lock down the boards, when they are in place and must have the snap buttons installed. The stair base must have all bolts for locking the foot in place and the bolts must be in good working condition. The end hooks must be examined for bends, cracks or broken welds. Rope Pulley Hoist must be free of any visible damage, missing or broken welds. The tubing must be free of any saw marks; welding burn marks, large dents or other damage. Special attention must be placed on inspecting the end connector where it fits into the cup and the trigger to insure it fits snugly onto the vertical cups and that there is no visible damage or bending. The clamp rivet must be examined for wear or bending and the bolt threads must be free of defects. Locking pins must be installed and functional. Any attached pulley and rope must be inspected according to OSHA guidelines and the manufacturer’s recommendations. Tube & Clamp Tube & clamp material has been manufactured by many different venders. When the vender can be determined always use their guidelines for inspection and maintenance. The tubing must be free of any visible damage, saw marks; welding burn marks, large dents or other damage. The tube ends must be securely attached to the tubing and must be undamaged. The clamp rivet must be examined for wear or bending and the bolt threads must be free of defects. Yo-Yo Adapter parts must be inspected daily before use. They must be free of any visible damage. The clamp rivet must be examined for wear or bending and the bolt threads must be free of defects. The Adapter Clamp must be free of any bending (it must be discarded if used to prevent a fall or damaged) the bolts must free of defects. The wire rope must be inspected as required by OSHA. Wire rope shall be replaced if the rope has any physical damage which impairs its function and strength; six randomly distributed broken wires in one rope lay or three broken wires in one strand in one rope lay; abrasion, corrosion, scrubbing, flattening or peening causing loss of more than one-third of the original diameter of the outside wires; evidence of any heat damage resulting from a torch or any damage caused by contact with electrical wires. Horizontal Tie-Off Support must be inspected daily before use. They must be free of any visible damage, saw marks; welding burn marks, large dents or other damage. The clamp rivets must be examined for wear or bending and the bolt threads must be free of defects. The horizontal bearing cups must fit snugly against the horizontal members and must be examined for bends, cracks or broken welds. Lifting Devices must be inspected before use. They must be free of any visible damage, saw marks; welding burn marks, large dents or other damage. The bolts must tightened and free of defects. The vertical they are attached to must be inspected and all Vertical Locking Clamps installed at the joints of the vertical.


Vertical Locking Clamp must be inspected before use. They must be free of any visible damage, saw marks; welding burn marks, large dents or other damage. The clamp rivets must be examined for wear or bending and the bolt threads must be free of defects. Boiler Equipment must be free of any visible damage, missing or broken welds. The tubing and beams must be free of any saw marks; welding burn marks, large dents or other damage. Special attention must be placed on the shoring beams and ladders to insure they are undamaged. Toe boards and Toe board Connectors must be free of any visible damage, saw marks, welding burn marks, large dents or other damage. The clamp rivets must be examined forwear or bending and the bolt threads must be free of defects. The snap buttons must be installed and working correctly. Rapid Access Equipment must be free of any visible damage, saw marks, welding burn marks, large dents or other damage. The clamp rivets must be examined for wear or bending and the bolt threads must be free of defects. Special attention must be given to the ladder hooks to insure they are unbent and free of damage. Beam Clamps Rigid and Swivel must be free of any visible damage, saw marks, welding burn marks, large dents, cracks, damaged bolt threads, loose or damaged rivets or other damage. The clamp must be examined for wear, cracking or bending and the bolt threads must be free of defects. Special attention must be given to the radius area of the clamp to insure there are no cracks in the bend area.


GUIDELINES THAT MUST BE FOLLOWED BY EXCEL END USERS Repairs and maintenance activities that are authorized to be performed in the field :

1. Replacement of trigger assembly in Excel components (i.e. Trusses, horiz. bars, side brackets, Etc.):

i. Must order replacement triggers in advance from Excel. 2. Replacement of spring assembly in Excel components (i.e. Trusses, horiz. bars,

side brackets, Etc.): i. Must order replacement springs in advance from Excel

3. Replacement of nuts and bolts that hold springs & triggers in Excel components: i. Must order replacement nuts and bolts in advance from Excel

4. Replacement of coupling pins in vertical legs and side brackets : i. Must order replacement coupling pins in advance from Excel

5. Replacement of snap buttons in coupling pins, stair stringers or other components:

i. Must order replacement snap buttons in advance from Excel 6. Replacement of coupling pin snap buttons in vertical legs and side brackets :

i. Must order replacement coupling pins in advance from Excel 7. Replacement of locking pins in diagonal braces components :

i. Must order replacement locking pins in advance from Excel 8. Minor bending/straightening of the Ladder Bracket LB3

i. Ladder brackets can become bent in or out so that they will not correctly fit the ladders. Ladders brackets may be bent straight if the bend required is less than ½ in.

Repairs and maintenance activities that are "not" authorized to be performed in the field :

1) Re-galvanizing Excel components that have been corroded or sand blasted: Straightening vertical leg assemblies that have been bent:

2) Shortening vertical leg assemblies that have been cut: 3) Straightening horizontal bar assemblies that have been bent: 4) Shortening horizontal bar assemblies that have been cut: 5) Any repairs to trolley movement system components: 6) Any repairs to truss components: 7) Any repairs to metal deck board components: 8) Any repairs to stair stringer components: (With the exception of replacing the snap

button in the tread lock down) 9) Any repairs to rope pulley hoist components: 10) Any welding to any component

Must return all parts back to the manufacturer as damaged material.


3) The scaffold should be fastened, at the verticals or horizontals, with tube and clamp orequivalent to plant approved structural steel components (i.e.: I-Beams, Handrails, Grating, etc.) atthe top, the middle and the base of the scaffold. Whenever possible Excel Click Lock connectionsshould be used. Securing the scaffold jacks to the floor will be effective for securing the base ofthe scaffold. Diagonal braces and side brackets must not be used to secure the scaffold.

Design of Seismic Scaffolding

The primary concern associated with scaffold installation in Safety Related areas involves thedamage that could be caused to delicate equipment if the scaffold should slide, change shape,collapse or overturn. In order to prevent any scaffold material from coming into contact with safetyrelated system equipment the following guidelines should be observed:

Design and construction of scaffolding in safety related areas (near rotating equipment, instrumenttubing, trip sensitive equipment, control panels, etc.) does require additional precautions. Theseguidelines are not intended to be all inclusive. The clients engineering department should beconsulted for exact guidelines and any site specific requirements.

2) The height of the scaffold should not exceed three (3) times the smallest base dimension.

Where existing plant guidelines exist for tube and clamp or other system scaffold that are morestringent, the most stringent guidelines should always be used.

1) The scaffold should be designed to meet all federal, state, local and plant safety regulations.

6) The scaffold must have an installed board deck or should be braced or tied to prevent thescaffold from changing shape, (see sample bracing diagrams).

5) All scaffolds installed near or around safety related equipment must be secured at as manyoutside verticals as possible.

8) No unnecessary items or scaffold material should be left unsecured on the scaffold at any time.

9) The scaffold should not be left unattended, at any time, until it is braced and/or tied adequatelyand any loose tools are secured prior to leaving it.

10) The scaffold should be provided with screens, mesh or other suitable means to preventmaterials from being dropped on safety related equipment. Tying off equipment and tools isacceptable.

4) To prevent movement, the scaffold should be secured at two (2) separate locations, on oppositecorners, (see sample bracing diagrams). Scaffolds with more than one bay should be secured atas many outside verticals as possible, (see sample multi-bay scaffold diagram).

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11) Material or equipment should not be left unattended on any scaffold when the scaffold is not inuse.

7) All pins connecting verticals and all horizontals must be securely fastened.


Design of Seismic Scaffolding

15) Decking should be completely placed, with no holes or missing boards, to help maintain asquare and ridged scaffold.

14) A scaffold with wooden parts, including decking, should be free from holes, saw cuts, splitsand gaps.

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18) The scaffold should be removed immediately upon job completion.

17) The scaffold must be designed to allow access to safety related equipment at all times.

16) All platform decking must be secured (i.e.: wire tied) to the horizontal ledgers that are used forsupport.

13) Horizontal wraps should be placed at 3.5 feet intervals.

12) Diagonal braces must be installed on all possible sides. Diagonal braces with Excel endconnectors must be wire tied (with 1 strand of #9 wire or equivalent) at the ends. When possible allbraces should be wire tied (with 1 strand of #9 wire or equivalent) in the center.

Note: For more detailed seismic information please refer to our Wyle Labsseismic test data.

Multi - Bay Scaffold (Top View)Note: All methods of securing may not be available. Where possible, allow forone (1) method of bracing at the top, center and the base for each two (2)verticals or equivalent. On Scaffolds above 15 feet in height, bracing shouldbe repeated at 7 foot intervals. Individual Plant procedures may vary. Use Excel Scaffold System Connections whenever possible, sincethey do not loosen during a seismic event. Tighten all tube and clamp connections after any seismic event.


Picture is representative, tie types and plant approved structures may vary.

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Plant Approved Structure

Tied with tube & clamp,cable or equivalent plantapproved tie method.

Tube & Clamp Bracingor Installed Board Deck

Use Excel Connectors when possible.


Single Bay Scaffold (Top View)Note: All methods of securing may not be available. Allow a minimumof two (2) methods, on opposite sides, of bracing at the top, center andat the base. Scaffolds above 15 feet in height, bracing should be repeatedat 7 foot intervals. Individual Plant procedures may vary. Use Excel Scaffold System Connections whenever possible, sincethey do not loosen during a seismic event. Tighten all tube and clamp connections after any seismic event.



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Plant Approved Structure

Tube & Clamp Bracingor Installed Board Deck

Use Excel Connectors when possible.



Single Bay Scaffold (Side View)Note: All methods of securing may not be available. Allow a minimumof two (2) methods of bracing at the top, center and at the base orequivalent. Scaffolds above 15 feet in height, bracing should be repeatedat 7 feet intervals. Individual Plant procedures may vary. Use Excel Scaffold System Connections whenever possible, sincethey do not loosen during a seismic event. Tighten all tube and clamp connections after any seismic event.

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Using Excel Modular Scaffold as an anchorage point for fall protection.

Excel Scaffold should only be used for a fall protection anchorage point when no other method of tieoff is available. Lanyards attached to excel modular scaffold must use the lanyard manufacturersrecommended method of attachment.

In order to provide the safest work environment for all personnel, Excel recommends that scaffoldnever be used as a fall protection anchorage point when other locations or methods of fall protectionanchorage are available. In the event that there is nothing else suitable for a fall protection anchorage point, Excel Modular Scaffold may be used, providing the following prerequisite guidelines are followed.

2) The anchorage point may be made to a horizontal bar provided that both end connectorsare securely locked in place and the horizontal member is a(n)a.) Excel Modular Scaffold Truss.b.) PB24, PB32, PB36 horizontals may be used without modification for an Anchorage point.c.) PB42, PB48 and PB60 horizontals. Each may be used if modified to include a (HTS) Horizontal Tie Off Support or tube and clamp support that ties two (2) horizontals togetherin the center as shown in Option#2 in the diagram below.d.) PB72, PB84 HL96, HL108 and HL120 horizontal. Each may be used if modified to include a (HTS) Horizontal Tie Off Support or a tube and clamp support that ties three (3) horizontals together in the center as shown Option#1 in the diagram below.

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1) The anchorage point may be made on a verticalabove the connection of a minimum of two (2)

horizontals and below the first cup abovethe connection.

ClampClamp

Anchorage

Option #1 Option #2

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3) Only one individual can tie off at any anchorage point anywhere on a single verticalor horizontal. No one may tie off to any of the other horizontal members that are tiedtogether as part of the anchorage point.

4) The anchorage point must be as high as possible above the employees work area.

5) The maximum load carrying ability of any vertical used as an anchorage pointmust be reduced by 1350 lb..

6) When a horizontal is used as a tie off point, each vertical the horizontal is attachedto must be secured by a minimum of one other horizontal member or equivalent.

7) The anchorage point must never be made to a vertical that does not extendto the ground or supporting structure.Never place an anchorage point to a vertical or horizontal that is PART of a CANTILEVERSIDE BRACKET, GATE or INTERMEDIATE BRACKET.

8) ALL scaffolds that are built on any structure other than the ground must be properly secured to the structure.

9) To Reduce the shock of any fall, Full Body Harnesses with shock absorbinglanyards, as approved by OSHA, must be used by all personnel. The lanyard used shall have a minimum capacity of 300 lbs, a maximum fall limit of 6 feet and shall meet ANSI Z359.1.

10) All Scaffold Anchorage points must be evaluated by a competent person prior to beingused.

11) When the scaffold contains casters, the casters must be locked and outriggers (an Excel SOR1, see section E-2, or an outrigger designed with tube & clamp that extends a minimum of 20 inches from thebase of the scaffold) must be used to prevent rolling, shifting or tipping of the scaffold. Custom fabricatedoutriggers must be designed to secure the scaffold to the ground or support structure and be strong enoughto prevent the scaffold from sliding or tipping.


Using Excel Modular Scaffold as an anchorage point for fall protection.

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Acceptable Tie Points Acceptable Tie Points

UnAcceptable Tie Point

UnAcceptable Tie Point

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All scaffolds used for a Tie-Off Anchorage Point MUST be secured to a permanentstructure, tied with guy wire or provided with outriggers. The minimum requirementfor tying is two (2) strands of #9 wire or equivalent, tied from a vertical on the oppositeside of the scaffold to a permanent structure. This is in addition to tying required byFederal, State or Local regulations.

Minimum 2 strands#9 wire or equivalentattached to a verticalon the opposite side Tie Off Locationof the scaffold halfwayfrom the base to the tieoff location. This is inaddition to tying requiredby Federal, State orLocal regulations.

Excel Modular Scaffold encourages users of its scaffold material either through independent testingor with the aid of a Professional Engineer to develop their own tie off guidelines, which maybe different from those listed above.Note:

Note:Any material that is subjected to a load from a fall must be replaced, even if there is no visible damage to the scaffold material. This includes verticals which may have been bent from the fall stress.


"Inspection considerations." As required by 1926.502(d)(21), personal fall arrest systems must be regularly inspected.Any component with any significant defect, such as cuts, tears, abrasions, mold, or undue stretching; alterations oradditions which might affect its efficiency; damage due to deterioration; contact with fire, acids, or other corrosives;distorted hooks or faulty hook springs; tongues unfitted to the shoulder of buckles; loose or damaged mountings; non-functioning parts; or wearing or internal deterioration in the ropes must be withdrawn from service immediately, andshould be tagged or marked as unusable, or destroyed.

Section T-3

"Rescue considerations." As required by 1926.502(d)(20), when personal fall arrest systems are used, the employer mustinsure that employees can be promptly rescued or can rescue themselves should a fall occur. The availability of rescuepersonnel, ladders or other rescue equipment should be evaluated. In some situations, equipment which allowsemployees to rescue themselves after the fall has been arrested may be desirable, such as devices which have descentcapability.

Copyright @ 1997

SRL-BSRL-S

SRL-C

SRL-AExtended

HorizontalSupport

SRL-ACollapsed

SRL

The SRL or other ladder safety device will drop approximately 4 inches as the SRL adapter retracts.The tension bolts must be torqued to the minimum level required to support the weight of the SRL or other safety device.The SRL adapter clamp or other approved means can be used to attach the SRL Cable to the vertical.

Previous Part Description WeightPart Number Number (lbs.)

YYA SRL-A SRL Adapter (Yo-Yo adapter) 2.0YYA1 SRL-B SRL Adapter Clamp (Yo-Yo Adapter Clamp) 1.0YYC SRL-C SRL Choker (Yo-Yo Choker) 1.0

SRL-B YYS SRL-S SRL Shackle (Yo-Yo Shackle) 1.0SRL Safety Retracting Lanyard 6.0

Warning1.) Do not over tighten the tension bolts. The SRL adapter must be allowed to move to prevent bendingthe vertical post.2.) The SRL or other safety device must be installed such that the end of the SRL adapter clearsthe top of the SRL in the down position.3) The end supporting the cable must be installed 1 inch below the center bolt of the SRL Adapter.4) The cable used to secure the SRL must move freely in the SRL Adapter. Use 1/4" or 5/16" cable only.



SRL Adapter

The cable supporting SRL or other ladder safety device mustbe secured to vertical as defined on pages T-1 & T-2.

The swivel bolt on the SRL adapter must not be overtightened.

The SRL must be fastened high enough above the ladder sothat it is not possible for the person climbing the ladder tocome in contact with it.

The SRL Adapter must be set at the alignment marks, so thatcable supporting the end of the adapter is 1 inch below thecenter of the adapter.

The SRL adapter is never intended to carry any load. It isdesigned to align the SRL or other safety device with theladder access.

As a load is applied to the SRL adapter it will retract bringingthe SRL or other ladder safety device and load toward thescaffold and ladder allowing the vertical post to absorb thedownward load.

The SRL adapter is designed to provide support and ladder clearance when using a retractable SRL device to protect workers on the scaffold ladder access.

Section T-4

5) When used the SRL adapter clamp must be securely latched and bolted.

The cable must be secured to the vertical 3 cups (between 16and 18 inches) above the center of the SRL Adapter.

6) All cable connections must be double cable clamped or approved cable chokers used.7) The systems is designed for a maximum load of 5,500 lbs.8) Clamp Bolts should have between 40 and 65 lbs tension. Over tightening could damage the threads bolt or item the clamp is attached to.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Revised: 10/14/09Section T-5

Sample of SRL installation. (Other designs are possible)

SRL Adapter

An anchorage may neverbe place on the middle orbottom horizontal.

Part WeightNumber (lbs.)

HTS 11.0

Warning1.) Before tying off to the handrail make sure the Horizontal Tie-Off Supportis properly installed and the clamp tight. 82.) The Horizontal Tie-Off Support should be installed as close as possible 9to the center of the horizontal.3.) Any Horizontal Tie-Off Support that has been used to prevent a fall MUSTbe removed from service, even if there is no visible damage.4.) The Horizontal Tie-Off Support must only be used when following thecomplete Tie-Off guidelines in this section of the Technical Manual.5.) Care must be take to insure that horizontals that the Horizontal Tie-OffSupport is attached to are properly latched into place.6.) Tie-Off Anchorages must never be attached to this component. Only tothe top horizontal it supports.



Horizontal Tie-Off support

The Horizontal Tie-Off Support (HTS) is designed for quick and easy installation. The single clamp design allows for the greatest amount of support with the fastest possible installation time.

Section T-6

The Horizontal Tie-Off Support (HTS) must always be installed in the middle of the horizontals to provide the maximum amount of support at the weakest location.

Description

Horizontal Tie-Off Support

Clamp

Anchorage

Bracket

Horizontal Tie-Off Support

Part Description Weight MaximumNumber Supported

(lbs.) Load (lbs.)LD1 Lifting Device 9.0 2400VLC Vertical Locking Clamp 9.5 2400*

Note:


EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: U-1 Revised: 08/01/06

*The snap button must be securely engaged in the vertical post connection.

3.) Spreader beams must be used so that the lifting load on all vertical posts is applied in an upward direction.4.) The scaffold must be properly braced to prevent deformation during movement.5.) Scaffold weight loads must be calculated to prevent the overloading of any scaffold or lifting component.6.) All scaffold components, (deck boards, etc.) must be secured to the scaffold.

Lifting and Moving Excel Modular Scaffold

1.) All OSHA and plant safety regulations governing rigging and material handling must be followed.2.) All loose material must be removed from the scaffold before it is lifted.

The following components are provided to enable fully assembled Excel Modular Scaffolds to belifted and moved. This enables a section of scaffold to be assembled in a low hazard area and movedinto a more dangerous or high hazard area, reducing employee exposure times in the high hazardareas.

The Vertical Locking Clamp isdesigned to provide addedstrength to the vertical postconnections.

Vertical Locking Clamps mustbe installed on all verticalposts at the pin connectionbefore lifting the scaffold.

The Lifting Device (LD1) attaches to thetop of the vertical post. It is designed toaccept a shackle for sling/cableattachment.

18 3/8"

Part Description Weight MaximumNumber Supported

(lbs.) Load (lbs.)Bbem-HV Heavy Duty Boiler Beam 152.0 7500Bbem-LT Light Duty Boiler Beam 120.0 3750

Bchair Boiler Ladder Chair 16.5 5500BL7 7 ft Boiler Ladder 39.6 7500BL3 3 ft Boiler Ladder 16.5 7500SH1 Shoring Head 1.5 7500

BL-Start Boiler Starter Ladder 24.0 7500

Note:1) The area supporting the boiler beams must be able to handle the required loads.2) Attached equipment (i.e. verticals, etc.) may be the load limiting factor.


EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: V-1 Revised: 12/31/05

All OSHA and plant safety regulations governing shoring must be followed.

Boiler Chairs are attached to the boiler ladders providing a jack stand on the sloped boiler walls.

Excel Modular Scaffold Boiler EquipmentExcel Modular Scaffold foundry equipment makes the job of building scaffold inside V-Bottom Boilers safe and fast.

Boiler Beams are 6' - 8" long and come in two strengths depending on the height of the scaffold inside the boiler.

Boiler Ladders aredesigned to providescaffold support to theboiler walls. They

50°

6' 8"6"

The Excel Scaffold toe board assembly is designed to fit all types of scaffold material.It provides each scaffold with a 5 inch telescoping metal toe board that locks down thescaffold boards; eliminating the need to wire boards to the horizontals.

EMSLC-TSM-1001

Excel Modular Toe Boards

Each toe board connector can accept 1 to 3 toeboards from any of 3 directions, straight or at anangle. This allows the toe boards to beconnected on almost any scaffold configuration.

Section: W-1

The Excel toe boards are adjustable and are available in four different sizes which will accommodate any scaffold configuration possible.

Revised: 12/31/05

Part Description WeightNumber (lbs.)

TBC Toe Board Connector 6.5

Part Description WeightNumber (lbs.) Min Max

TB14 16"-30" Adjustable Toe Board 5.1 16 30TB24 2' - 3' Adjustable Toe Board 1.0 24 36TB42 42" - 6' Adjustable Toe Board 1.0 42 72TB72 7' - 10' Adjustable Toe Board 1.0 74 120

Note:All boards are made from 18 gage galvanized steel.Care must be taken when passing toe boards from one level to another. Thetoe boards snap button is designed to secure the toe boards only during shippingand may not hold the toe boards together while the material is being passed.WARNING: Failure to insure the parts do not come apart during handlingcan cause serious injury.

Clamps Bolt should have between 40 and 65 lbs tension. Over tightening coulddamage the threads, bolt or item the clamp is attached to.


EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: W-2

Scaffold Sizes (in)

Excel Modular Toe Boards

Revised: 04/15/09

Excel Scaffold filler plates are designed to fit all types of scaffolding.They are designed to cover gaps between wood or metal boards.Filler Plates come in various lengths and contain holes that allow the Filler Plate to betied or nailed in place.When tying Filler Plates a single strand of #9 wire at each end is required.

Filler Plates are designed with one end slotted more than the other to allow the FillerPlate to be installed without bending.


(lbs.)FP24 Filler Plate 24" 3.1FP32 Filler Plate 32" 4.2FP36 Filler Plate 36" 4.7FP42 Filler Plate 42" 5.5FP48 Filler Plate 48" 6.3FP60 Filler Plate 60" 7.8FP72 Filler Plate 72" 9.4FP84 Filler Plate 84" 10.9FP96 Filler Plate 96" 12.5

FP108 Filler Plate 108" 14.1FP120 Filler Plate 120" 15.6

Note:All Filler plates are made from 10 gage galvanized steel.


EMSLC-TSM-1001

Excel Modular Filler Plates

Section: W-3 Revised: 07/10/03

The Excel walk through system isdesigned to provide a walkway under aa scaffold.

It allows the bottom horizontals to beremoved while still providing supportfor the scaffold base.

The flat plate is used to prevent thevertical post from moving outwardand the side braces prevent thescaffold from moving inward.

(SDPB) Short Diagonal Pin Bracesor Tube & Clamp can be used forthe side braces.

In areas where it is not possible toattach bracing to both verticals it isacceptable to attach the side bracingto only one vertical.

Tying the vertical post to a plantapproved structure with 2 strands of#9 wire or equivalent is acceptablein place of side bracing.

Part Description Fits Bay WeightNumber Size (lbs.)WTFP24 24 in Walk Through Filler Plate 24" 4.8WTFP32 32 in Walk Through Filler Plate 32" 6.5WTFP36 36 in Walk Through Filler Plate 36" 7.3WTFP42 42 in Walk Through Filler Plate 42" 8.5WTFP48 48 in Walk Through Filler Plate 48" 9.7WTFP60 60 in Walk Through Filler Plate 60" 12.1WTFP72 72 in Walk Through Filler Plate 72" 14.5WTFP84 84 in Walk Through Filler Plate 84" 17.0

Note:1) Walk Way Systems should not be used with scaffold that will have excessive loading (greater than 25 lbs per sq ft) or on any scaffold above 50 ft tall.2) When only one side brace is used the scaffold height should not exceed 30 ft tall.3) Netting or other safety material may be required at all scaffold decks, when personal are required to pass under a scaffold.

EMSLC-TSM-1001

Excel Modular Walk Through Filler Plates

Section: X-1 Revised: 12/31/05


Excel Modular Counter Weight Base Plate

Setup required for multiple guardrail sets; Part A sizes six (6) to ten (10) feet in length.

Setup required for multiple guardrail sets; Part A sizes up to five (5) feet in length.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: Y-1

Base plates are rubber backed to prevent damage to the floor surface.Base plates can be installed on roof tops that require working near roof edge.

Counter Weight Base Plates are designed to provide handrail protection for floor openings or other hazardswhere it is necessary to prevent access.Counter Weight Base Plates do not require any tie offs to permanent plant components.

Revised: 12/31/05

Multiple guardrails sets must have a minimum of one (1) Counter Weight Base Plate for each five (5) feet ofguardrail.

Base plates can be used to stabilize scaffolds where counter weights are required (I.e. lunch tents, outriggerscaffolds, etc.)All Guardrails must have a handrail and a midrail. They should be attached at the same elevations required forscaffold handrails and midrails.

Single guardrail sets must have a minimumof four (4) Counter Weight Base Platesinstalled and two (2) outriggers.

GaurdRail Part A

Support Part B

CWBP

CWBPCWBP

CWBP

GaurdRail Part A

Support Part B

CWBP

CWBPCWBP

CWBP

CWBP

CWBP

CWBP

GaurdRail Part A

Support Part B

GaurdRail Part A

Support Part B

CWBP

CWBP

CWBP

CWBP

CWBP GaurdRail Part A

Support Part B

CWBP

Excel Modular Counter Weight Base Plate

Part Description WeightNumber Galvanized

LBSCWBP Counter Weigh Base Plate 80.0

Guardrail Minimum Size ofPart A Support Bar B

[ft] [ft]10 79 78 67 66 65 54 53 5

Safety Notes:1) Guard rail system (GRS) should always be installed and signed off by a competent person beforepulling any floor plugs or removing deck grating.2) When installing (GRS) on roof tops, personnel fall protection must be used until the GRS hasbeen fully installed and signed off.3) Leading edge (GRS) base plates must be set back a minimum of six (6) inches from the openingbeing protected.4) (GRS) must be inspected by the using craft before each and every use to insure it has not beenmodified.5) (GRS) base plates weigh 80 lbs and should be handled by two or more persons or the properlifting equipment.6) (GRS) should never be used on dirt, gravel or other surfaces that could allow the base plates to sink or slide.

Note:Outriggers may not be required when the counter weight base plate can be securely bolted to the floor.Caution signs must be attached to each section of hand rail system that clearly state in 6" redletters "DO NOT LEAN ON HAND RAILS"Trusses longer than ten (10) feet MUST NOT be used as the Guardrail part A,

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: Y-2 Revised: 12/31/05


Excel Modular Rapid Access System

1) Workers climb the inside of the scaffold tower, the maximum fall is limited to the deck height.2) The opening is a full 36" square; which accommodates the majority of workers and their tools.3) The opening is fully handrailed around the opening to prevent accidental falls back into access.4)

5) Allows the insertion of a standard vertical leg (VP-8) gate post to middle of board deck.6)

7)

8)9)

10) The RAS system will accept telescoping metal toe boards to secure deck boards to bearers.11)

12)

13)14)

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: Z-1

The RAS does not require any special tools for installation and only a minimal amount of in service training.

Workers are no longer required to climb straight up long vertical ladders, or to go over or under the

Revised: 08/01/06

The RAS is meant to be used only in a light duty application and limited to a maximum loading of not For scaffolds greater than 1 work deck high the RAS entrances must be installed in opposite corners


The Excel Rapid Access System is designed to provide "stair like" scaffold access in areas where there is notenough room for a scaffold stair tower.The RAS system was designed specifically to facilitate getting the worker onto the work platforms safely and quickly.It has the following benefits:

Uses a standard swing gate attached to the horizontal bar for stepping off of the ladder on to the work deck.

Telescoping plank bearer (TPB) goes under the long deck boards while allowing attachment of the shorter deck boards required for the opening.The RAS system will easily accommodate construction of tower sizes ranging from 5' x 6' up to 7' x 10' without major design changes.

Adjustable hooks allow ladder to remain on thirty degree angle which requires less effort to climb and reduces slip hazards.

The RAS was specifically designed so that it could used with other modular system designs with minor modifications.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: Z-2

RAS Ship Ladder hooks are easily installedand are attached over the top of a horizontalto provide support for the ladder.


Revised: 08/01/06

The RAS-HRA component has an Excel EndConnector on one end and a clamp on theother. It is designed to connect a standardvertical to the middle of any horizontal. Forthe RAS system it is used as the handrailand midrail on the back side of the flooropening.

The RAS-TPB component is adjustable for scaffold widths from five (5) ft to nine (9) ft. It is used to provide support for the board deck and supplies a vertical pin connection that allows a VP8 vertical to be installed for the gate,

handrail and midrail.

Part Description WeightNumber Galvanized

LBSRAS-HRA RAS-Handrail Adapter 9.0RAS-SGA RAS-Safety Gate Adapter 3.0RAS-SLHL RAS-Ship Ladder Hook Left 1.0RAS-SLHR RAS-Ship Ladder Hook Right 1.0RAS-TPB RAS-Telescoping Plank Bearer 33.0RAS-LA5 RAS-Ladder 5 ft 35.0RAS-LA6 RAS-Ladder 6 ft 42.0RAS-LA7 RAS-Ladder 7 ft 49.0RAS-LA8 RAS-Ladder 8 ft 56.0RAS-LA9 RAS-Ladder 9 ft 63.0RAS-LA10 RAS-Ladder 10 ft 70.0


EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: Z-3 Revised: 08/01/06

The RAS-SGA, Safety Gate Adapter, isdesigned to connect between twohorizontals to provide a vertical post thatcan be used to attach the Safety Gate.The swing gate must always open intothe work deck so that it closes against theVP-8 when it is completely shut.


Tube & clamp may be used instead of the RAS-SGA

Excel Universal Beam Tube Clamp

Universal Beam tube clamps are designedto allow the user to design and buildscaffolding in any location where there areaccessible I-Beams.

The clamps attach to the flange of theI-Beam and provide either a clampconnection or a two cup Excel Vertical.

The clamp and vertical can be rotated in any direction. This allow many different scaffold designs to be built.

Used in conjunction with Adjustable Plankbearers and standard Excel Componentsscaffolds can be built with a minimum ofscaffold material.

Where a scaffold once had to start at the ground elevation it may now be built at the top of a set of I-Beams. Only the ladderhas to start at the ground.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: AB-1 Revised: 08/01/06

Excel Universal Beam Tube ClampTension loading is when theforce tries topull the clampaway from the I-Beam.

Slip Loading is when the force tries to slide the clamp along the beam (up or down in the picture above).

Part Maximum Maximum WeightNumber Slip Tension Galvanized

Loading [lbs] Loading [lbs] LBSUBTC-6 Universal Beam Tube Clamp 4"-6" 1000 4,000 14.0UBTC-8 Universal Beam Tube Clamp 6"-8" 1000 3,500 14.5UBTC-10 Universal Beam Tube Clamp 8"-10" 1000 3,250 15.0UBTC-12 Universal Beam Tube Clamp 10"-12" 1000 3,000 15.5UBCA Universal Beam Clamp Attachment NA NA 1.0UBVA Universal Beam Vertical Attachment NA NA 4.0

When building scaffold using Universal Beam Tube Clamps:1.) The scaffold should be designed for light duty use and deck loading must not exceed

25 lbs/sq ft.2.) The maximum horizontal used for the cantilever must not exceed 5 ft.3.) The maximum size of the work deck built using the Excel heavy duty beam clamps shall not

exceed 5' x 10' (50 ft2) and the maximum deck loading on this platform shall not exceed1,200 lbs (25 lbs ft2)

4.) Page D-4, D-5 and D-6 (Diagonal Brace Used as a Side Bracket) must be followed whenbuilding a cantilever scaffold.

5.) Each scaffold will require a minimum of six points of attachment.6.) Multiple clamps should be used to reduce the loading when building any scaffold. Standard

beam clamps should be used as backup clamps (to prevent slip) when a scaffold may beinstalled in high vibration areas or for extended periods of time.

Note:All bolts should be inspected and tightened regularly before use.

Clamp Bolt tension greatly affects the slip loading.Clamp Bolts should have between 40 and 65 lbs tension. Over tightening could damage the threads, bolt or item the clamp is attached to. Under tightening could result in clamps slipping at lower than rated loads.


EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: AB-2

Description

<<<CAUTION There is a pinch point located where the beam slides are located.>>>

Revised: 08/01/06

The Adjustable Tube & Clamp Adapter is designed to allow the elevation of a board deck to be changed orso that the top portion of a scaffold can be aligned witha scaffold built on a separate structure.

This allows the vertical cups of one scaffold to be alignedwith another scaffold built at a different elevation.

The ATCA may be placed on top of an existing ExcelModular Scaffold or Tube & Clamp scaffold.

Excel Modular or Tube & Clamp scaffold may be placedon top of the ATCA.

There must be a wrap of horizontals (either Excel Modularor tube & clamp) attached to the verticals above andbelow the ATCA.


ATCA Adjustable Tube & Clamp Adapter 5,000

Note:1) There must always be a minimum of 6 inches of screw inside the upper and lowervertical.2) Only one ATCA may be used in any run of verticals.3) Before use inspect the ATCA assembly to insure that there are no cracks in the wing nutsand verify that three tack welds are visibly in place.4) The maximum spacing between the nuts is 12 inches.


EMSLC-TSM-1001

Adjustable Tube & Clamp Adapter

Revised: 10/18/06Section: AC-1

Maximum AllowableLoad at 12"

Excel Modular Shoring Post

Shoring Post Head


INCHES LBSSHP2 Two Cup Shoring Post 11.5" 11.5" 18.50" 11.50 26.0SHP4 Four Cup Shoring Post 23" 23" 30.00" 23.00 30.0SHP6 Six Cup Shoring Post 34.5" 34.5" 41.50" 34.50 41.3SHP8 Eight Cup Shoring Post 46" 46" 53.00" 46.00 52.6SHP10 Ten Cup Shoring Post 57.5" 57.5" 64.50" 57.50 52.6LSH Large Shoring Head 46" 60.00" 46.00 94.0LSJ Large Shoring Jack 46" 60.00" 46.00 93.0BAC Big Swivel Clamp (3.5x2 in) 6.7Note:The pin material is made out of 3.0 od 1/4" Wall DOM tubing.The Shoring Post Material is made out of standard 3-1/2" od Sch40 MaterialTube Length is the length of tubing required to manufacture each vertical. Overall lengthis the length with the pin.Cup spacing is 5.75 inches.Shoring Post are 100% compatible with Excel Scaffold material and may be intermixed as need to provide the best design.

All Shoring Designs must be approved by a professional engineer.


EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: AD-1 Revised: 12/31/05

Shoring Post JackShoring Post

<<<CAUTION There is a pinch point located where two verticals are pinned together andabove the nut where the screw slides into the shoring jack and shoring head.>>>

Unbraced Maximum Allowable Maximum AllowablePost Compressive Load Compressive Load

Length When Rated for When Rated for(inches) Scaffold Use Shoring Use

(LBS) (LBS)46 25,000 35,00023 27,500 37,500

Shoring Post are 100% compatible with Excel Scaffold material and may be intermixed as need to provide the best design.

Allowable loads when rated for scaffold use, include OSHA (4:1) Safety FactorWhen designing scaffolds with unique configurations or special loadingconditions, consult with a professional structural engineer.

Allowable loads when rated for shoring use, include OSHA (2.5:1) Safety FactorWhen designing scaffolds with unique configurations or special loadingconditions, consult with a professional structural engineer.


EMSLC-TSM-1001 Revised: 12/31/05Section: AD-2

Excel Modular Shoring Post

Unbraced 46" Unbraced 23"

3.5x2 inch swivel clamps are available to be used for bracing.

Part Description Maximum AllowableNumber Compressive Load

When Rated forShoring Use

(LBS)LSH Large Shoring Head 25,000LSJ Large Shoring Jack 27,500

The Cups on the Shoring Head and Shoring Jack are 100% compatible with Excel Scaffold material and may be intermixed as needed to provide the best design.

Allowable loads when rated for scaffold use, include OSHA (4:1) Safety FactorWhen designing scaffolds with unique configurations or special loadingconditions, consult with a professional structural engineer.

Allowable loads when rated for shoring use, include OSHA (2.5:1) Safety FactorWhen designing scaffolds with unique configurations or special loadingconditions, consult with a professional structural engineer.



EMSLC-TSM-1001

(LBS)35,00037,500

Shoring Head Shoring Jack

Excel Modular Shoring Jack

3.5x2 inch swivel clamps are available to be used for bracing.

Revised: 12/31/05Section: AE-1

Maximum AllowableCompressive Load

When Rated forScaffold Use

Have proper client authorization request and release paper work listing mat'l needed 1) Computer load calculations are completed for total weight verification prior to loading mat'l 2) Complete initial pre-loading diagrams to insure how and where mat'l will be placed on truck 3) Complete all shipment inspection and tractor, trailer, driver inspection paper work 4) If at all possible you should always have material pulled & staged prior to truck arrival to help 5) For safety reasons always use a two man team when loading out scaffold material shipments

1) Do not let the tractor operator / driver get in the way while you are loading up scaffold mat'l 2) Require driver to wear hard hat when forklifts are operating during loading and unloading

1) Use dry erase board or other means to show date, time, ticket number, etc. 2) Insure that truck and trailer have current registration tags on both before loading3) Insure that the truck driver has a valid drivers license before loading4) Trailer and tractor should have good tires (not bald) on all axels before loading 5) Insure that the truck driver has all of the required insurance paper workbefore loading6) Driver should be observed for any obvious FFD impairment problems 7) If all conditions cannot be properly meet do not load the truck

3) Small items should be put into standard Excel baskets or boxes to prevent falling out during transit4) Material should be properly segregated by type and size of scaffold components5) Material should be properly banded / secured inside of shipping container to prevent movement 6) If all of the above conditions cannot be properly meet do not load or ship the material

1) Insure the truck is not overweight. 44,000 lbs of material is the maximum allowable.2) Maximum material loaded height above the ground must not exceed 13.5' 3) Material loaded must not extend beyond the width of trailer 4) Never load racks of steel planks or toe boards on the back of the truck, they can come out easily.5) Once material is loaded onto the the trailer make sure it is properly secured by the driver.6) Insure that the correct scaffold material component and sizes are actually on the trailer.7) Insure that the driver has been given copies of all shipping paper work before he is released.8) Insure that the driver fully understands exactly where he is going and when he is expected to arrive.9) Instruct driver to scale his truck at the nearest scales to determine if he is overloaded


Do not load out trucks early in the morning or late at night in instances where there is not enough light to properly and safely see after dark:

It is helpful to Take pictures of all incoming and outgoing shipments prior to release of truck:

EXCEL MODULAR SCAFFOLD & LEASING COMPANYSCAFFOLD MATERIAL LOADING AND SHIPPING GUIDELINES

"SAFETY IS ALWAYS OUR NUMBER ONE GOAL AND CONCERN"

Our company goals and expectations regarding the shipment and receipt of Excel scaffold material and for the minimum amount of problem clients are requested to comply with these, common sense requirements, when they are preparing scaffold shipments for return to Walker LA:

Insure that all material is loaded and secured as required for safe handling, loading and shipment: ) p g ycalculated 2) Material must be properly secured/banded using standard Excel SSR, SBR, HR1, Etc

You should have an independent (two different people) double check and verify the following :

Section: AF-1

1) Insure that the load will arrive at the designated location during normal working hours / days.2) Fax a copy to Walker Louisiana facility of exactly what material is being shipped.3) Verify they are aware that the shipment is enroute and someone will be there to receive and unload it.

Excel Scaffold Material Quantity Disputes and Final Inventory Reconciliation


2) Material must be properly counted and shipping ticket completed for each truckload. 3) Material must be racked or put into baskets as appropriate by component.

SCAFFOLD MATERIAL LOADING AND SHIPPING GUIDELINES

That you have notified the receiving organization that the material has departed and is in transit:

Charges For Return Of Excel Scaffold Material That Is Not Properly Sorted and Racked

Upon completion of the project, Excel requires that all scaffold material, be properly segregated and racked by individual components. Prior to being released for transport, customers must have completed the following actions to correctly prepare the scaffold material for shipment back to Excel: 1) Material must be properly segregated by size & component.

4) Excel would invoice the customer for the additional charges incurred with correcting shipment 5) Excel will invoice customer for any fees and/or penalties related to improperly loaded or over loaded return shipments accessed to and paid by Excel.

4) Material must be banded to the rack insure that it will not shift or break loose, while in transit. 5) Advance copies of shipping tickets must be sent to the Excel facility in Walker, LA via fax to: - Office fax number 225-777-4159 6) Shipments must be coordinated in advance with our Excel warehouse facility in Walker, LA: - Office phone number 225-777-4157, Ext 226 7) Do not schedule material for shipment until all items have been completed.

Material shipped from the Excel warehouse facility in Walker, LA to all customers undergoes stringent quantity verification in accordance with Excel’s ISO 9001 program. All outgoing and all incoming transactions are subject to two independent verification counts. If needed, a third independent count is performed to reconcile any differences before final shipping or receipt.

All shipments to customers should be verified immediately upon receipt of the material. Any discrepancies must be reported to the Excel warehouse facility in Walker, LA immediately before any material is utilized. Excel will have 24 hours after receiving a discrepancy notice to make arrangements for an independent verification or to submit pertinent information. During this period the material must be segregated, not moved or utilized for erection, allowing Excel the ability to respond.

Section: AF-2

The goal is for all Excel material to be returned back from customers in the exact same manner in which it was initially shipped. Properly prepared Excel scaffold shipments make it much easier, safer, quicker and more accurate for all concerned parties involved in the physical inventory and return process. If for any reason the Excel scaffold material, returned by the customer is not properly prepared as requested, then Excel will take the following corrective actions: 1) Breaking down any racks or baskets of material that were improperly loaded. 2) Properly re-racking as required by our ISO-9000 Quality Assurance program. 3) Track all of the extra man hour / handling charges associated with re-racking material in order to store the components long term, awaiting future client orders and shipment.

Always Call Excel In Advance Of Shipping If You Have Any Questions on the Above Guide LinesThe Best Numbers To Call In Walker LA To Call Is 225-777-4158 Ext 226 / 228 / 227You Should Talk Directly With Either Jim Green Or Jim McMorris Or Ronnie Hull


At the end of the project all concerned parties will review the final inventory status, which is based on each shipping ticket (inbound and outbound). Excel will invoice the client for any material shortages or damages which would be included as part of the final closeout invoice.

Section: AF-3

SCAFFOLD MATERIAL LOADING AND SHIPPING GUIDELINES

Material will not be subjected to rent during this period. At the end of this period, if Excel does not independently verify the counts, the material may be used and the quantities reported by the client will be utilized in the inventory.

Upon receipt of the material, at the Excel warehouse facility in Walker LA, the scaffold material is again subjected to two independent verification counts, and if needed a third reconciling count. Any discrepancies between the counts and the quantity reflected on the client prepared shipping ticket, faxed to the Excel warehouse facility in Walker, LA, will be reported to the client immediately. The client will have 24 hours after receiving a discrepancy notice to make arrangements for an independent verification. Excel will segregate and hold the material awaiting the client’s decision. After this period, if the client does not independently verify the counts, the material will be returned to stock and the Excel counts will be utilized in the inventory.

"Key Thumb Rules To Remember When Building Excel Scaffold Towers"The purpose of adding the "Key Thumb Rule Section" to our Excel Tech Manual was to have a common place for us to collect valuable information on lessons learned and scaffold erection practices that would be useful to our end users thatare involved with the day to day construction staging stuctures that would make their work activites safer, easier and more efficent.

“SAFETY IS ALWAYS NUMBER ONE” When constructing, modifying or removing Excel scaffold material, it is very important that craft personnel handling the components in the field always wear the proper PPE safety equipment (hard hat, gloves, safety glasses and safety shoes). Leather gloves are especially important to prevent accidental hand injuries that could be caused by the positive locking trigger mechanism that are on each end of the horizontal bars which are a potential pinch point. 1) Always keep the most up to date copy of our Excel Technical Specification Manual nearby. Visit our web site where it can be down loaded as need, just go to www.excelscaffold.com 2) When constructing, modifying or removing Excel scaffold material, it is very important that craft personnel handling the components in the field always wear the proper PPE safety equipment (hard hat, gloves, safety glasses and safety shoes). Leather gloves are especially important to prevent accidental hand injuries that could be caused by the positive locking trigger mechanism that are on each end of the horizontal bars which are a potential pinch point.3) Two cup verticals cannot have an LP1(vertical pin) inserted in the top and bottom. The snap buttons will not lock on both pins and may create a drop hazard. Two cup verticals should never be used or pinned in the middle of other verticals.4) When building towers out of Excel modular material, utilize the exact same building techniques that you have always used with tube & clamp and other modular systems for bracing and board deck wrap requirements.5) Take the time during your initial job site walk down and gather the required information and measurements actually required to make a detailed and accurate Excelcut lists for pulling material.6) Do not try to memorize all of the different load ratings of Excel work decks, always refer back to the Excel technical specification manual to get the exact load ratings7) Do not try to build Excel towers in any very tight / restricted location that has been found previously to be very difficult to build with tube & clamp, it will be extremely difficult and take longer than tube & clamp.

EMSLC-TSM-1001 SECTION AG-1 LAST REVISED : 06/022/09

"Key Thumb Rules To Remember When Building Excel Scaffold Towers"8) Do not use a Porta Band Saw mentality when building with Excel, modular material is typically more expensive than tube & clamp and should only be cut as a last resort, if you must cut vertical legs always cut them on the top. Keep in mind there will be invoices for damaged material.9) Always start tower erection with adjustable screw jacks. You must assume that the floor is not level. Always place screw jacks in middle of threads or approximately 6" off the ground.10) Always do a visual inspection of the horizontal bars, as the scaffold is being constructed, to make sure the triggers are properly locked in place and that they are in the up position.11) Light tapping the horizontal bars on top of the end connector is allowed to get the positive locking trigger assembly properly locked into the cups / node points on the vertical leg 12) Random field testing of Excel scaffold components by unqualified personnel is not allowed, any concerns, issues or questions with supplemental testing should always be referred to the manufacturing facility in Walker LA to the attention of Ken Hensley at 225-777-4775 Ext-223 13) Must initially use a level to get the tower totally plumb / level at the very beginning on the very first base wrap or you will fight bar placement all the way up.14) Vertical legs post are called "VP's" based on the number of cups: VP-2 is the shortest and VP-20 is the longest, always even numbers, approx. one foot in length for every two cups. Remember that VP-2's have very limited use and are only used at the very top of a vertical leg to add the final cups need to attached the top handrail, they are not used for any other application 15) Vertical cups (node point, moment connections) are on 5 3/4" centers all the way the entire vertical leg assembly for better flexibility.16) Always have two hands on the components at any one time, especially when setting another set of vertical legs on an existing set of vertical legs.17) When setting a vertical leg on top of an existing leg, one hand shall support the upper leg while the other hand depresses the spring clip, then slowly lower the top vertical leg down. Slightly twist the vertical until the spring clip locks into place. Do not Drop the upper vertical leg onto the lower vertical leg coupling pin.18) To remove vertical legs that are connected, depress spring clip, twist (clockwise or counter clockwise) the upper vertical leg approximately 20 degrees, and with both hands, lift to remove from lower vertical leg coupling pin.


"Key Thumb Rules To Remember When Building Excel Scaffold Towers"19) All sizes of bearers and runners (Horizontal Bars) are 2" shorter than the actual size to allow for center to center measurement between vertical leg assemblies.20) 2' through 7' Excel horizontal bars are all load bearing ledgers, all other 8', 9' and 10' Excel horizontal bars are "NON" load bearing, runners only 21) You can board deck out to 8', 9' and 10' runners as long as you install 1 diagonal brace back to the leg with in 18" from the center of the runner22) Always install the telescoping diagonal bracing after the first Horizontal wrap but before the second board deck wrap is put into place.23) When passing (ie. Manual chain line) any type of telescoping brace (adjustable handrail or diagonal brace) insure components are secured together by clip prior to upward or downward movement. This applies to adjustable toe boards as well

24) Diagonal Extendable Braces (DEB's) typically require a 12 cup split between the top connector on one end and the bottom connector on the other end, eight cups between the two ends. Swivel braces (DSB's, DPB's) and Combination Braces (DCB's) may fit differently.25) Do not exceed a maximum of 14 cups (6' 6") spacing between horizontal board deck wraps from the top of lower horz. bar wrap to the top of the next horz. bar wrap.

26) When installing your mid rail and top hand rail you use the following spacing from the board deck : skip two cups..hit two cups..skip two cups ..hit two cups and you will be right in line with OSHA requirements, does not require tape measure.

27) Standard hand rail corner posts are always comprised of VP-8 vertical leg assemblies (minimum eight cup leg length).28) When installing telescoping toe boards, make sure that you install the toe board end connector in the unlocked position to the vertical leg and tighten the half clamp just enough so that it won't fall off, after you have all the toe boards installed into the toe board end connector, then line everything up nice and straight and tighten up the half clamp as the very last step. 29) Clean verticals (cup less) are used to get through very tight places (cable trays, piping runs, etc) where standard vertical legs with cups will not fit. Clean verticals must not exceed 69"30) When adding a leg in the middle of thin air (i.e.; in the middle of a horizontal bearer bar using and IHA or on top of a side bracket or cantilever) that does not go all the way to the ground, you can not exceed 25 lbs per FT2 unless you support it back to a primary leg with a second diagonal brace.


"Key Thumb Rules To Remember When Building Excel Scaffold Towers"31) When using truss assemblies lifting rigs always insure that you use a nylon strap that is at least four inches wide or greater.32) The in line hatch is for only a light duty 25 lbs per sg ft applications only and requires a perfectly square corner for proper installation.33) When constructing the Rapid Access System (RAS), remember that once completed the work platform is limited to a light duty application of 25 lbs per sq ft34) To properly install the swing gates, rope pulley hoists and Yo Yo adapters you must always connect theses particular Excel components to the vertical leg that goes all the way to the ground for stability purposes.35) When installing vertical access ladders always remember that the ears on the Ladder bracket always points up and are installed on the ladder first and then attached to the vertical post. Additionally, you should always install the vertical ladder with the male end up of the ladder pointed up and the female end pointed down.

36) When installing a rope pulley hoists above the top hand rail you must always install another complete wrap or horizontal bars at least four feet above top hand rail to tie in with the rest of the tower. 37) The approved tie off area for fall protection is above the top hand rail where two horizontals bars connect to a vertical leg, refer to the tech manual for exactly how to use horizontal bars which are now approved for tie off purposes38) When installing a Yo Yo adapter above the top hand rail you must always install another entire board deck wrap at least four feet above top hand rail to tie in with the rest of tower.39) When building hanging Excel towers insure that you install safety clamp on to the vertical leg directly above the Excel horizontal bar that will be holding the weight of the leg going down.40) Always use handrails and step in the center of the treads. Always walk down the stair tower, do not run, do not skip any steps.41) Clamp Bolts should have between 40 and 65 lbs tension. Over tightening could damage the threads, bolt or item the clamp is attached to.42) Never Use RBC (Rigid Beam Clamps) or SBC (Swivel Beam Clamps) to hang or support a scaffold with the bolts. These type of clamps should only be used for bracing a scaffold or with the flat portion supporting the load.


"Key Thumb Rules To Remember When Building Excel Scaffold Towers"43) Be very careful to make sure not to overload trucks when shipping scaffold material, the maximum weight loaded should be capped at 44,000 lbs and the user should validate the estimated weight by entering the quantity of scaffold component intoa spreadsheet designed specifically to calculate and cross check the total estimated weight. (A weight sheet can be made from our current List Price Sheet.)44) It is a very sound work practice to get the truck driver to go directly to the closest CAT certified weigh scale after they leave the job site and double check the total loaded weight so that if the truck is over weight the driver can quickly return to the site to get some material removed to lower the gross vehicle weight so that it is in compliance with the Federal DOT requirements.45) When shipping Excel scaffold material take adequate time upfront and be careful to make sure that it is always properly racked, stacked, banded prior to loading onto the flat bed trailer to prevent inadvertent shifting during transit 46) When shipping Excel scaffold material make sure to always use the proper racks and baskets. Do not make your own temporary racks out of miscellaneous scaffold parts that could come apart when loaded, unloaded or during transit which could result in possible injury to personnel or property.47) When loading racks and baskets of Excel scaffold material onto flat bed trailers, take adequate time upfront to make sure that those items are properly secured to the flat bed trailer using multiple ratchet tie down straps for each and every level and row ofbaskets and racks to prevent shifting during transit.48) When unloading racks and baskets of Excel scaffold material off of flat bed trailers, inspect the load to see if any items have shifted during transit prior to removing any of the ratchet tie down straps. Insure that personnel do not stand below the rows of racks being undone in case any material comes loose and falls off the truck.

49) Casters are the easiest item to overload when building a rolling scaffold. Scaffolds should be limited to two (2) work decks, 15 ft high when using 8 inch casters and three (3) work decks, 21 ft high when using 12 inch casters.50) Always inspect horizontal bars prior to installation to insure that the trigger and spring are properly installed and functioning correctly. If you find an end connector with a broken trigger or weak spring do not use that component, pull it out of service and tagit for repair. Additionally, when installing ledgers or bearers bars do not let go of the bar until you verify that it is properly locked into place and that the trigger is resting in the up position.


"Key Thumb Rules To Remember When Building Excel Scaffold Towers"51) Always remember that when constructing Excel lifting rig structures that use I-Beams as part of a trolley movement system for transporting live loads that this application was only designed for use with a W-6 I-Beam. No other size I-Beam is authorized for trolley system use because they will not properly fit into the trolley strap kit and could cause a potential failure.52) When building lifting rigs or trolley movement systems never utilize intermediate horizontal adapters (IHA's) to hold the up the truss that will be the load bearing component. IHA’s are not designed for this purpose and they can fail and cause you to accidently drop a load if they are used improperly.

53) If you have questions regarding the contents of the Excel Tech Manual please call Ken Hensley our design engineer directly in Walker, LA at 225-777-4775 Ext 223 54) If you have an ideas or suggestions on a new scaffold component design that if available would help make your job safer, quicker, easier please call Ken Hensley our design engineer directly in Walker, LA at 225-777-4775 Ext 22355) If you have any issues, concerns or problems regarding any Excel scaffold components please call Ken Hensley our Excel design engineer directly in Walker, LA at 225-777-4775 Ext 223


1.) All material must be evenly balanced in the rack.

Note:


EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: AH-1

Lifting and Moving Excel Modular Scaffold

Revised: 12/31/08

The following general guidelines are provided for lifting and rigging Excel Modular Scaffold material. These are general guidelines, users shall follow all federal, state and local rigging guidelines. (see:OSHA - 1926.251 - Rigging equipment for material handling.; OSHA - 1926.753 - Hoisting and rigging.; OSHA - 1926 Subpart N - Cranes, Derricks, Hoists, Elevators, and Conveyors; Others OSHA and ASME standards as applicable.)

Excel scaffold racks may be used to hold material while lifting providing the following guidelines are followed.

2.) All material must be secured from sliding. (2 ratchet straps, 2 wraps of banding or other approved method of securing the material shall be used.)3.) All material must be secured to the rack. (This can be accomplished by the same strapping/banding required above.)4.) Standard rigging procedures should be used to prevent movement of the straps while lifting the load. (Use of a spreader bar when possible is preferred.)

1.) All OSHA and plant safety regulations governing rigging and material handling must be followed.2.) All loose material must be removed or secured before lifting.3.) Spreader beams must be used so that the lifting load on all vertical posts is applied in an upward direction.4.) The scaffold must be properly braced to prevent deformation during movement.5.) Scaffold weight loads must be calculated to prevent the overloading of any scaffold or lifting component.6.) All scaffold components, (deck boards, etc.) must be secured to the scaffold.

The following is the required inspection/storage procedure for boards.

1.)

2.)

Part Description MaximumNumber Scaffold

SpanWeight(LBS) (ft)

WP-4 4 ft wood Plank 18 2WP-6 6 ft wood Plank 27 4WP-8 8 ft wood Plank 36 6WP-10 10 ft wood Plank 45 8WP-12 12 ft wood Plank 54 10Allowable loads when rated for scaffold use, include OSHA (4:1) Safety Factor

EMSLC-TSM-1001

75

lumber(lb/sq ft)

75502525

Section: AI-1 Revised: 06/22/09

Excel Modular Wood Planks

Maximum loadingusing full

thickness undressed

Excel only purchases quality wood planks that meet the OSHA requirments for lumber type and density.

The boards should be inspected before they are put into service, for damage and wear. All planks must be inspected routinely for damage and wear, so that they can be replaced as quickly as necessary.

Identification of damage. Employees shall be trained to recognize the following types of wear / damage:a.) Decay: boards should be examined to determine if age / weathering / wear is excessive. Wood ages and reacts to usage and will begin to show checks, splits and notches. These will vary in degree, depending on the loads a plank has carried, the weather to which it has been exposed, the length of time it has been in use, etc. Planks with splits – that is, cracks that go completely through the wood – for more than a few inches should not remain in service, as they may no longer maintain the necessary load-bearing capacity. Planks with checks – cracks that are on the surface only and donot go completely through the wood – should be watched, as the checks may develop into splits over time.b.) Damage: does the board contain any notches, cuts or other visual damage that would render it unsafe to use? Notched plank can lead to problems since, essentially, a potion of the plank is now missing, thereby weakening the plank at that particular area. If a scaffold plank has been used as a mudsill, it should not be returned to service on a platform. Moisture from standing water as well as point-loading from the scaffold legs may have weakened it, making it unable to bear the weight that will be placed on it.c.) Chemical/Heat damage: Has the board been exposed to excessive chemicals/heat (soaked with oil, scorch marks?) Scaffold planks that have visible chemical or scorch marks must be removed from service.d.) Surface covering: Is the surface free from items that may cause a slip, (oil/tar/etc.) OSHA [1926.451(b)(9)] says that scaffold planks that have accumulated layers of mortar, grout, paint, plaster, etc., are not permitted to remain in service, since it is impossible to determine their conditions. Dangerous splits may be hidden underneath those coatings.e.) Shrinkage: Has the board size decreased past its useful size? f.) Deflection: The flex or “give” of a plank can indicate its condition. OSHA calls for deflection criteria of L/60 (the length of span in inches divided by 60) to get the maximum deflection limit at center span in inches. An example would be a seven-foot (84-inch) span between scaffold frame supports: 84/60 = 1.40 inches. Therefore, you’d never want to allow a plank to deflect more than 1-3/8 inches at the middle of that length span, regardless of type of plank being used. Only sample testing should be performed since test loading can damage the board.


EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: AI-2 Revised: 06/22/09

Storage: When not in use, all wood planks, should be stored above ground on dunnage to keep moisture from entering the bottom of the boards. Additionally, all boards should have some sort of lath or stickers between layers to allow for air circulation through the boards. Most important, a tarp or something as simple as a sheet of plywood should be placed over the top of the boards to prevent moisture from dropping down through the stack. Ideally, indoor storage is best

Excel Modular Wood Planks

2). For all equipment inspect:a) structural members for deformation, cracks or excessive wear.b) loose or missing guards, fasteners, covers, stops or name plates.c) all functional operating mechanisms for mis-adjustments interfering with operation.

Empty Weight:900 lbs

Max Loaded Weight:3000 lbs

EMSLC-TSM-1001 Section: AJ-1

Excel Modular Skid Pan

b) The inspection must be documented, dated and signed by the person performing the inspection.

3) Frequent visual examinations shall be performed weekly, (or more frequently if recommended by the designated person), while the equipment is in service. No records required.

4) A documented through inspection shall be performed any time there is reason to believe part of the lifting equipment may have been damaged during use.

Revised: 10/14/09

5) A skid pan shall not be used if it does not contain a label plate, that list the manufacturer, a serial number and the rated load.

When not in use skid pans and all associated lifting equipment shall be stored in such a way to protect the life of the equipment.

d) Deformation—any bending or twisting exceeding 10 degrees (or as recommended by the manufacturer) from the normal plane.e) Throat opening—any distortion causing an increase in the throat opening exceeding 15 percent (or as recommended by the manufacturer).f) Wear—any wear exceeding 10 percent (or as recommended by the manufacturer) of the original section dimension

Use and Inspection requirements

Skid pans are used to move scaffold material from a ground level closer to the location the material is required. This may be a higher elevation or across obstructions, such as fences, roads, streams, etc.

Skid pans come in many different sizes and shapes depending on the intended use. The following guidelines must be followed regardless of the type of skid pan used.

1). All Skid pans, cables, shackles and associated lifting equipment must be thoroughly inspected by the designated person when first delivered to the job site. The inspection must meet the requirements as defined in ASME B30.20-1.3.

a) A visual inspection must be performed by a qualified person making records of the apparent external condition to provide the basis for a continuing evaluation.

SCAFFOLD SUPERVISOR TRAINING PROGRAM

EXCEL FINAL EXAMINATION

ADVANCE SCAFFOLD BUILDING TECHNIQUES

Test Book #______


EMSLC-TSM-1001 Final Exam Revised: 03/28/2008

SCAFFOLD SUPERVISOR TRAINING PROGRAM


ADVANCE SCAFFOLD BUILDING TECHNIQUES Fill out the following information on your test answer sheet:

• Student Printed Name: • Student Signature: • Student SSN • Test Date: • Test Booklet Number • Test Location • Proctor Name

GENERAL TEST INSTRUCTIONS

Please answer the following questions by selecting the best response. You may use your excel technical manual during this open book examination. You will be required to complete this examination within the allotted fifty-minute (50) time frame. Please raise you hand anytime during the examination if you have a need to talk with the instructor regarding clarification on any of the questions or the response given as possible answers. Please mark your responses on the answer sheet provide using a standard pencil. Completely darken in the letter corresponding to your answer. (EXAMPLE a b c d e) To change an answer please totally erase the original marking and re-mark your answer by darkening in the desired letter. If you have to leave the room for any reason, please leave all of your material on the table turned face down so that none of your answer sheets are showing. When you have completed answering all of the questions and doubled checked all of your responses, bring all test material to the proctor. “PLEASE DO NOT WRITE IN THIS TEST BOOKLET”



TEST QUESTIONS 1. When are you authorized to use tube and clamp scaffold material in conjunction with Excel

modular system scaffold construction? a. When required to make the Excel meet seismic installation tie off requirement b. To make horizontial runners into bearer / ledgers by reinforcing them back to vertical legs c. When transitioning from Excel over to tube and clamp to get around interferences d. All of the above

2. The general erection criteria used for Excel modular system scaffold components is basically

the same as you typically use for tube and clamp or any other modular design as specified in the OSHA standard 29CFR1926.

a. True b. False

3. Which of the following statement(s) is true regarding Excel modular system scaffold

material: a. Excel Scaffolds can be built to OSHA requirements b. Excel Modular Scaffold is ISO 9001 registered c. Excel does all of it’s own structural scaffold component testing in house d. All of the above

4. What is the best way to mitigate the potential pinch hazard associated with using Excel

horizontial ledgers and bearers where the trigger assembly comes in contact with the end connector:

a. Always be aware that the trigger assembly is a potential pinch point hazard b. Make the using craft personnel aware of this concern during their indoctrination training c. Always wear your proper PPE which would include leather gloves d. All of the above

5. Once you have got all of the Excel material at the job site, work area has be posted and

flagged, the mud sills are in place, screw jacks are down and base horizontial bar wrap is in place, what is the very next thing that you should always do prior to adding the next components?

a. Install your ladder assembly b. Insure your that you level all sides of the tower using the adjustable screw jacks c. Install safety outriggers to insure the tower does not tip over d. None of the above

6. When in the field at the client facility, what is the best way to get the technical information

regarding loading criteria for Excel components like vertical legs, bearers, ledgers, trusses, metal deck boards, Etc.

a. Locate a computer and log onto the Excel internet web site b. Refer to appropriate section of a hard copy of the Excel technical manual c. Contact the clients civil / mechanical engineering department d. A and B above



7. What is the actual purpose of the diagonal corner gusset on the Excel horizontial ledgers and

bearers? a. It helps to protects the trigger assembly from being accidental broken b. It can be used as a handle to make it easier and quicker to actuate the trigger c. Actually provides additional structural strength to horizontial bar assemblies d. All of the above

8. VP-2 vertical leg assemblies (two cups component) can be used as starters for base wraps or

between any standard Excel leg assembly in order to get an additional 11 ½ ” in height. a. True b. False

9. How can you visually tell when you have an Excel vertical leg assembly that has been

damaged by cutting it off with a Porta Band saw? a. The leg will have an odd number of cups b. The upper end of the leg does not have coupling pin hole c. The lower end of the leg does not have coupling pin hole d. All of the above

10. Excel vertical leg assemblies are 11 gauge, high strength steel with minimum yield of 65,000

lbs, minimum tensile of 75,000 lbs. (Page A-1) a. True b. False

11. When erecting scaffold towers out of Excel material, an un-braced vertical post / leg length of

69” can support which the following maximum allowable compressive loads? (Page A-2) a. 6986 b. 7670 c. 8230 d. 8690

12. When using Excel clean vertical adapters (CV8 & CV4) scaffold components to get through

tight spaces what is the maximum allowable vertical spacing without installation of horizontal supports? (Page A-3)

a. 60” b. 69” c. 72” d. 84”

13. All Excel horizontial bars (bearers & runners) components are constructed out of tubing that

is 13 gage in thickness. (Page B-1) a. True b. False



14. When would you use a truss in place of a standard horizontial bar? a. To span distances greater than 10’ wide b. To construct lifting rigs rated for 6,000 lbs c. To construct trolley movement systems d. All of the above

15. Which of the following allowed loadings is correct for a PB24 Excel horizontial bearer? (Page

B-2) a. Center 2,250 lbs, uniform 3,500 lbs b. Center 4,500 lbs, uniform 2,500 lbs c. Center 2,250 lbs, uniform 4,500 lbs d. None of the above

16. Which of the following size of Excel towers using steel deck boards will allow it to be used as

a heavy-duty work platform? (Section B-4) a. Bearer PB60 x Runner PB42 b. Bearer PB48 x Runner PB84 c. Bearer PB72 x Runner PB84 d. All of the above

17. Excel telescoping adjustable hand rails can be used as load bearing members in the following

instances (Page B-8) a. When they are used between two free standing Excel towers b. When they are used inside of a tank and are supported by the outer tank wall c. When they are used as the cross support for trolley movement systems d. None of the above

18. Pre-engineered Excel lifting rigs and trolley movement systems were designed specifically to

allow users to apply side loading forces as long as it is less than 750 lbs. (Page H-4) a. True b. False

19. Excel diagonal telescoping braces will fit which of the following size scaffold bays? (Page C-1

– C-3) a. 4’ b. 6’ c. 7’ d. All of the above

20. When using two Excel diagonal pin braces together, they can be used to fit scaffold towers up

to what maximum width? (Page C-4) a. 10’ wide b. 12’ wide c. 13’ wide d. 14’ wide



21. When erecting scaffold towers out of Excel material, if Excel legs are horizontally braced every 33 ¾ inches they can support which the following maximum allowable compressive loads? (Page A-2)

a. 7670 b. 8230 c. 8690 d. 9975

22. Which Excel horizontial bars are rated as load bearing members by themselves? (Page B-1 –

B-2) a. 24”, 32”, 36”, 42”, 4’, 5’ b. 24”, 32”, 36”, 42”, 4’, 5’, 6’ c. 24”, 32”, 36”, 42”, 4’, 5’, 6’, 7’ d. 24”, 32”, 36”, 42”, 4’, 5’, 6’, 7’, 8’

23. What is the maximum allowable center line load on a lifting rig I-beam comprised of two

TR10 trusses with an approved I-beam going across the top of the middle section of both trusses? (Page H-3)

a. 5,000 lbs b. 6,000 lbs c. 7,000 lbs d. 8,000 lbs

24. When using the built in Excel aluminum hatch way which of the following is correct? (Page

F-1) a. Fits bays 24” to 60” wide, light duty application only b. Fits bays 36” to 60” wide, light duty application only c. Fits bays 48” to 72” wide, light duty application only d. None of the above

25. What is the maximum allowable load capacity for a vertical lift on an engineered Excel

trolley hoist movement system? (Page H-4) a. 3,000 lbs b. 3,500 lbs c. 4,000 lbs d. None of the above

26. Which of the following maximum loadings is correct for a PB84, Excel horizontal bearer?

(Page B-2) a. Center 410 lbs, uniform 920 lbs b. Center 310 lbs, uniform 820 lbs c. Center 530 lbs, uniform 1,060 lbs d. None of the above



27. When are you allowed to use a wire steel chocker over an Excel truss to hold the chain fall as a part of an approved lifting rig?

a. Any time that nylon straps are not available b. When lifting equipment that weighs 3,000 lbs or greater c. When making off center lifts that have to be side loaded d. None of the above

28. What is the maximum allowable load that can be applied to the Swivel Adapter (RA1) when used for constructing pitched roofs on temporary building outdoors during the winter months? (Page I-1)

a. 750 lbs b. 1,000 lbs c. 1,250 lbs d. None of the above

29. Which of the following is incorrect regarding maximum allowable loading on Excel modular

ladder rungs and total vertical load? (Page J-1) a. LA10: Total vertical load @ 1,000 lbs, Per one ladder rung 500 lbs b. LA5: Total vertical load @ 1,500 lbs, Per one ladder rung 500 lbs c. LA3: Total vertical load @ 2,000 lbs, Per one ladder rung 500 lbs d. LA2: Total vertical load @ 2,500 lbs, Per one ladder rung 500 lbs

30. When calculating the maximum allowable center point load on any Excel horizontial bar, the

bar rating is based on the weight being applied to the center 2” portion of the ledger or bearer? (Page B-2)

a. True b. False

31. What is the maximum allowable load limit on the amount of material that a square steel rack

(SSR) and steel board rack (SBR) can hold? (Page L-2 – L-3) a. 3,000 lbs b. 4,000 lbs c. 5,000 lbs d. None of the above

32. Which of the following size of Excel multi bay towers using steel deck boards sharing the

same bearer will enable use as light duty work platforms? (Page B-3) a. Bearer PB72 x Runner PB84 b. Bearer PB60 x Runner HL120 c. Bearer PB84 x Runner PB48 d. All of the above



33. Which of the following statement(s) is true regarding the Excel safety swing gates? (Page M-1 – M-3)

a. Swing gates are made to install in a standard 36” wide opening b. Swing gate must always open inward towards the work deck c. Swing gates can be used in conjunction with 36” side brackets d. All of the above

34. Which of the following attributes best describes benefits of using the Excel safety outrigger

(SOR)? a. Enables the tower to be built taller by increasing the 4:1 dimensions b. Makes the tower more stable because of eight contact points with the deck versus four c. Provides additional stability when placed under a cantilevered portion of the work deck d. All of the above

35. What is the maximum uniform loading (lbs per sq ft) allowed for 9 in. wide, 6 ft. long Excel

modular metal deck boards? (Page G-1) a. 105 lbs b. 100 lbs c. 93 lbs d. None of the above

36. When can you use a chain fall in conjunction with the Excel rope pulley hoist?

a. When the load exceeds 250 lbs and the tower is anchored to prevent tipping b. When the rope pulley hoist is cross braced back to the other vertical legs c. The use of chain falls is never allowed with the rope pulley hoist d. When the boss says so and the utility engineer approved it

37. Which of the following is correct about Excel trusses? (Page H-1)

a. TR5, TR6, TR7, are constructed out of 12 gage, 1.90 OD material b. TR8, TR9, TR10 and TR12, are constructed out of 11 gage, 1.90 OD material c. TR14 TR16 and TR18, are constructed out of 11 gage, 1.90 OD material d. All of the above

38. When stacking fully loaded Excel storage racks (i.e.: SSR, SBR, HR1) on solid asphalt or

concrete surfaces greater that 3” thick what is the maximum number of racks the technical manual recommends that can be stacked on top of each other? (Section L-1 – L-3)

a. Two racks high b. Four racks high c. Five racks high d. None of the above



39. Because of the their twisting or telescoping nature, which of the following Excel scaffold components require an extra amount of care any time they are being passed up or down during the construction or dismantling process?

a. All of the following b. Rope pulley hoist c. Metal toe boards d. Diagonal braces

40. Which of the following statements regarding the use of Excel Yo Yo adapters for personnel fall protection is / are incorrect? (Page T4)

a. The Yo-Yo is designed for a maximum loading of 5,500 lbs b. Is used in conjunction with Excel ladder system in prevent falls while accessing tower c. Yo Yo adapter is typically installed at the same height as the top hand rail d. Personnel must wear a full body harness and shock absorbing laynard

41. What are the major benefits of using the safety gate handrails (SGHR) when constructing

excel scaffold towers? a. Allow the worker to climb up facing the tower and step directly on to work platform b. Work in conjunction with the standard Excel swing gates and ladders c. Stabilize the vertical post(VP8) mounted on the IHA by locking it into the ladder d. All of the above

42. When is the best time during the construction process for the builder to install diagonal

braces in a timely and easy manner? (Page 8) a. After the board deck base wrap has been installed but before any handrails b. After the mid rail and top hand rail have be installed on the very top platform c. After each horizontal wrap, but prior to installing the next horizontal (board deck) wrap or

handrails d. You never have to install diagonal bracing with Excel material

43. Which of the following basic guidelines for using an Excel tower as a qualified anchorage

point for fall protection is / are true? a. Must be inside of the basic tower wearing full body harness and shock absorbing lanyard b. Tower does not have to be secured unless it is over 30’ high c. Must be tied off to a vertical leg or horizontal bar that is connected on both ends d. A and C above

44. What is required in order to properly lift a fully constructed Excel tower with an overhead

crane? (Page U-1) a. Install a lifting device (LD1) onto the top two cups of each vertical leg b. Total weight of tower to insure that applied load to VLC & LD1 does not exceed 2400 lbs c. Must use a spreader beam for lifting tower to insure that stress on vertical legs is applied in

upward direction d. All of the above



45. What is the standard thumb rule that is used by the scaffold builder when installing the mid rail and top hand rail above the installed board deck to eliminate the need for using a tape measure? (Page 8)

a. Skip three, hit two, skip three, hit two b. Skip three, hit two, skip two, hit two c. Skip two, hit two, skip two, hit two d. None of the above

46. The standard Excel guidelines for installing board deck wraps is at every 6’ 6” interval, what

is the maximum number of cups spacing between horizontal wraps that gives you that required distance? (Page 8)

a. Horizontal base wraps at every ten (10) cup interval b. Horizontal base wraps at every fourteen (14) cup interval c. Horizontal base wraps at every sixteen (16) cup interval d. None of the above

47. What is the maximum allowable load capacity for the Excel rope pulley hoist? (Page O-1)

a. 200 lbs b. 250 lbs c. 300 lbs d. None of the above

48. Which size metal deck boards cannot be used with the Excel adjustable self-locking stair

stringers? (Page a. SP120 (10’) b. SP108 (9’) c. SP96 (8’) d. SP84 (7’)

49. What is the best work practice method to be used by the builder when removing an Excel

scaffold tower when it comes time to take vertical legs apart? (Page 8) a. Grasp upper leg with one hand, hold lower leg with other hand, pull straight up b. Grasp upper leg with one hand, hold lower leg with other hand, twist & pull straight up c. Push upper pins with fingers and twist upper leg quarter of turn to clear pins, lift top leg up

and off the lower leg d. All of the above

50. To prevent a potential pinch hazard when constructing a Excel scaffold tower, the builder

should keep positive control of the vertical leg assemblies when putting one leg on top of another leg by pushing the coupling pins in the bottom leg and slowly lowering the top leg to prevent the potential of sudden / rapid drop trapping finger tips between the two leg assemblies.

a. True b. False

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