This series groups together the current parts to Australian Standard, AS/NZS 1576 Scaffolding, available in the BIG library.
AS/NZS 1576 is essential in the construction industry because it lays down the safety standards for scaffolding, which is critical for any job at height. It ensures that scaffolding is designed and erected properly, minimizing risks for workers. Following this standard helps builders comply with safety regulations, minmizes likelihood of accidents, and maintains a reliable worksite. It also provides guidelines for inspecting and maintaining scaffolding, ensuring everything is up to code.
Current Standards
AS 1576.5 specifies requirements the design and operational performance for trestle scaffolds and trestle ladder scaffolds.
Specifies requirements for couplers and accessories for scaffolding complying with AS/NZS1576.3 and AS/NZS1576.6.
Specifies requirements and test methods for encapsulation and containment products for attachment to scaffolding, including fire hazard properties, strength properties, fixing requirements and installation procedures for various types of encapsulation.
The objective of this Standard is to provide tabulated geometrical limits and guidance which, when applied to tube and coupler installations, would ensure conformance to requirements of AS/NZS 1576.1.
Provides manufacturers and suppliers of suspended scaffolds and accessories with requirements to ensure the proper operation of suspended scaffolds.
Sets out design and operational requirements for scaffolding systems, scaffolding equipment and scaffolds. It includes specifications for catch platforms erected on scaffolds and covers temporary stairways for use on a general construction site.