WHILE UNATTENDED. Unattended cradles on suspended scaffolds should be left so that they cannot be accessed by unauthorized persons and so that wind cannot affect the equipment in a way that will cause damage to adjacent structures or equipment. Licensed to Linc Scaffolding on 19-Jul-2017. 1 user personal license only. Copying, copy/pasting, storage & distribution or use on network prohibited. Get permission to copy from or network this publication xxx.xxxxxxxxx.xxx/xxxxxxxxx While a cradle is unattended, appropriate safety procedures, including the following, should be adopted: In short periods, such as meal breaks: • The cradle should be secured to the serviced structure, to prevent damage to property or equipment from the effects of wind. • The power supply should be disconnected from the scaffolding hoists, either at the units or at the supply point. For overnight or longer periods: • The cradle should be left in an inaccessible position, preferably 3 m above the ground or adjacent deck level. • The cradle should be secured to the serviced structure, to prevent damage to property or equipment from the effects of wind. • Trailing ropes and cables should be stored on the cradle. • Mobile suspension rigs should be effectively chocked or otherwise prevented from moving under the effect of wind. • Protective devices should be trip locked onto their respective wire ropes. • Power supply leads should be disconnected from the power supply outlets on the supporting structure. • Air supply hoses should be disconnected from any permanent air supply line, or the supplying air compressor should be shut down and the air reservoir pressure released.
