WAH/Access Equipment/TBT-WAH-015

Mobile Tower Scaffolds

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Mobile tower scaffolds are lightweight aluminium structures on wheels used for short-duration work at height.
They must be erected following the manufacturer instructions, typically using the through-the-trap or advance guardrail method.
The maximum safe height depends on whether the tower is used indoors or outdoors and whether it is tied.
Outriggers and stabilisers must be deployed on all four corners before the tower is used.
Castors must be locked before anyone climbs the tower and remain locked during all work.
The platform must have guardrails, toe boards, and a close-boarded deck with no gaps.
Only trained and competent persons should erect, alter, or dismantle mobile tower scaffolds.
The PASMA training scheme is the industry standard for mobile tower scaffold competency.
Towers must be inspected before each use and after any event that could affect stability.
The Work at Height Regulations 2005 require that towers are suitable for the task and conditions.

Prevent tower collapse	Mobile towers overturn when moved with people on the platform, used without stabilisers, or erected beyond safe height.
Falls from height	Falling from mobile tower platforms causes serious injuries and deaths. Guardrails and proper access prevent these falls.
Legal compliance	The Work at Height Regulations 2005 require towers to be erected by competent persons and inspected before use.

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See also: Scaffold Safety Awareness | Working at Height Hierarchy of Control

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