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Scaffold hoist
A manual or powered mechanism used to raise or lower a suspended scaffold.
Safety notes
- Match rated rope and platform, inspect brakes and controls, maintain independently anchored fall protection, and train operators.
- Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.
In practice
Match rated rope and platform, inspect brakes and controls, maintain independently anchored fall protection, and train operators.
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Sources
- Electrical Safety Glossary · Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs · Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.