Movement Of The Assembled Prefabricated Tower Scaffold - Boss Linked Tower with Bridge Platform Instruction Manual

3 Using the Tower
• Beware of high winds. This tower has been assessed
as a freestanding structure for wind loads equating
to 27mph (43kph, 12m/s). If greater windspeeds are
forecast the tower must be moved to a sheltered
location or dismantled while it is still safe to do so.
Forecast windspeed must be taken into account if
leaving the tower unattended.
• Sheets, tarpaulins, or signage must not be attached to this tower outdoors.
3.4 Movement of the Assembled Prefabricated Tower
Scaffold
MOVING A FULLY ASSEMBLED TOWER CAN BE EXTREMELY
HAZARDOUS.
If there is any doubt about the safety of the move, the tower must be dismantled and
reassembled in the new location.
This tower is not designed to be lifted or suspended.
Ensure gloves or other suitable hand protection is worn.
Before
• Beware of rough, sloping ground and high winds.
Tower stability is improved by reducing height.
Reduce the height of the tower prior to moving in
accordance with any applicable and relevant risk
assessment, safe system of work or method statement.
Tower stability is also improved by adding two temporary
horizontal braces and a plan brace between the two tower
bases.
• Survey the route to be taken. Assess the ground
condition/slope and any overhead obstructions or
hazards and wind conditions.
26
27mph
12m/sec
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