Scaffold Protocol - Aberdeen City Council

Aberdeen City Council1.0 Mission StatementSECTION 1: MISSION STATEMENTThis protocol has been produced in consultation with Aberdeen City Council, the Health andSafety Executive (HSE) and construction professionals.The aim of the protocol is to highlight the measures that should be taken to comply with thelaw during the erection and dismantling of scaffolding, with respect to protecting members ofthe public. The protocol does not replace any national HSE Information Sheet or HSEGuidance nor does it constitute a risk assessment or safety method statement.The Protocol sets out a framework for contractors to adhere to in order that:(i)(ii)(iii)dismantling and erection is properly planned;scaffolding operatives are competent and have received sufficient trainingand instruction on the method and sequence of work; and thatthere is segregation of the work, to protect the public.The protocol is a working document which sets out a structured approach when undertakingwork in densely populated areas. It aims to produce a consistent approach to permitapplication.Page 2 of 46 Issue 1