Scaffold, is atemporary platform used to elevate and support workers and materials during the construction, repair, or cleaning of a structure or machine; it consists of one or more metal decks of convenient size and length, with various methods of support, depending on the form and use.

Main Hazards of Scaffolds

1. 1. Falls from elevation. This is the most common scaffolding hazard.
2. 2. Bad Metal decks. Another cause of scaffold-related incidents is unsecured safety harness
3. 3. Getting struck by falling tools or debris. More often than not, scaffolding-related injuries involve being struck with falling debris.
4. 4. Electrocution.