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Scaffolds must be accessed safely using designated ladders or stairs — never by jumping from platform to platform.

Why It Matters:

Jumping or climbing between sections can lead to falls, broken bones, or even fatal injuries. What seems like a quick shortcut often ends in a trip to the hospital — or worse.

Key Points:

• Only access scaffold platforms using approved ladders or stair towers.
• Never jump, climb the frame, or straddle gaps between sections.
• Platforms may shift or be uneven — even short distances can be dangerous.
• Supervisors must correct unsafe access behaviors immediately.

✅ Take the long way — it’s the safe way.

Ask the Crew:

• Have you seen anyone jumping between scaffold sections?
• Are our ladders and stair towers easy to access?

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