Thanks Matt :smile:

The scaffolding GPG states weekly ( yes that is 7 days) while in use and by the user prior to using the scaffold. Just like electrical test and tag the Scaf inspection only means that the scaffold is compliant to the GPG at that point in time.
Unfortunately many trades will alter the scaffold once the scaffold company has left the site , often making it unsafe. Scaffolders are encourage to take photos of their complete scaffold encase something go wrong between inspections
Scaffolds need to also be inspected after alterations and any storm or event that may adversely affect the safety of a scaffold, e.g. vehicle crashing into it.
Scaffolds not in use (scaftags pulled ) need to be inspected monthly 30 days +- 1 day or again after storms etc.
The person that inspects it must have the correct Certificate of competency for that type/ class of scaffold.
If the scaffold was erected on a Friday , then it needs to be inspected no later than the next Friday. If it is inspected earlier say a Wednesday then the 7 day count starts from that day, so no later than the following Wednesday.
If it was Thursday morning then that would probably be considered ok.
Remember that the user has a duty to check it is safe prior to use , just like anything else!
I recommend that you should always use a scaffolding company belonging to SARNZ.
Please don't alter scaffolds, thanks

I use the Worksafe video as a summary at the end of my induction , short and to the point , highlighting works rights in NZ

Hi Matt have a look in the front of AS2865 -2009 , you will see the attached in the Preface. At the time both Standards NZ & Dept Labour (now worksafe), agreed that this standard would supersede the AS?NZS 2001 standard

We work in the construction sector supplying , scaffolding, rigging , engineering services.
we don't focus on lag indicators , and have been encouraging staff to report positive safety behaviours and near miss reporting.
This has been growing momentum of the pass few months and year to date our figures are;
SBO= 669 , NM= 188, and our lag indicators non treatment injuries +15 , 1st aid = 11 , MT=1, LTI = 1
All incidents are either investigated or reviewed and discussed at our H&s Reps meetings.
Making it easy for the workers to report and providing feedback is key to helping getting this change.