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Oldfields Scaffolding is a modular aluminium scaffolding system that is rated for both light duty and medium duty applications. It provides a safe, stable and convenient working platform, complying with Australian/New Zealand safety regulations.

Light Duty

Safe Working Load 225kg per working level.
Maximum number of working levels: 6 (six).

Medium Duty

Safe Working Load 450kg per working level.
Maximum number of working levels: 3 (three).
N.B. 0.7m wide towers are rated to light duty only.

Safe Practice

Access Solutions takes safety seriously. All scaffolding is supplied accompanied by the following safe practice guidelines:

• Any tower erected up to and over a height of 5m MUST be erected by a ticketed scaffolder.
• Mobile towers are intended for use on a hard, flat surface (maximum slope 5 deg ....i.e. approx. 1 in 12).
• Avoid power lines (minimum clearance 4m . . . consult local electricity authority).
• Keep working platforms and landings clear of material and debris.
• Do not attach containment sheeting or banners to freestanding towers.
• Additional precautions should be taken to ensure stability of the tower in windy or gusty conditions.
• All couplers or fittings used must be compatible with 50.8mm O/D tude.

Before using a Tower Scaffold always ensure that:

• The tower is level and all castor are locked.

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  All frame legs are load-bearing and correctly seated on castor sleeves/screw jacks.
• Outriggers (where used) are correctly fitted and adjusted and bearing on a hard flat surface.
• When moving a Mobile Tower always ensure that:
• The scaffold is unoccupied and all items are removed or secured.
• All castors are unlocked and aligned in the direction of travel.
• Avoid slab edges and other step downs (minimum clearance approx. 1m).
• Always lock castor when finished . . . never leave a mobile tower unattended without locking the castors.

Maintenance and Handling:

• Inspect all components for damage and/or wear before use.
• Do not use sub-standards components.
• Remove any build up of paint/plaster etc. (especially from brace ends and and castor/screw jacks threads).
• Avoid damage by: Handling scaffold carefully
• Transport and store neatly
• DO NOT over-tighten couplers

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