Scaffold platforms which are required for access by personnel and not required to store materials require a minimum clear width of 500mm, this is can be achieved by providing a scaffold platform that is a least 3 boards wide (625mm). The width of such a platform may also be used for the passage of materials.
What is the minimum width of a scaffold plank?
The standard requires that the space between the scaffold planks or between scaffold planks and uprights be no more than one inch wide unless the employer can demonstrate that a wider space is necessary. However, the platform must still be planked or decked as fully as possible.
How wide is a 4 board scaffold?
The standard size for a new scaffold board is a thickness of 38mm, a width of 225mm, and lengths going up to 3.9m (13ft).
How wide is OSHA plank?
OSHA Grade Planks are made of Yellow Southern Pine, Clipped, Rodded and OSHA Stamped. Come in three sizes: 8', 12' and 16' lengths. All planks are 2" high by 10" wide and rod and clipped.