Requirements of Scaffolding

Scaffolding has to satisfy the following requirements irrespective of the material used:

1. Method of erection should be easy with less wastage of material.
2. As persons have to use the scaffolding at all heights, it should possess adequate strength.
3. Materials needed for scaffolding should be available in all the required sizes and lengths.
4. It should be feasible to interchange the material for other works with minimum wastage.
5. Initial cost should be comparatively less and should have high scrap value.
6. Fire-resistant scaffolding should be preferred.
7. For erection purposes no skilled labour should be depended upon.