FACTS

1. Falls from Height: Unprotected edges, missing guardrails, or improper use of harnesses can result in serious fall injuries or fatalities.
2. Structural Collapse: Poorly assembled or overloaded scaffolds may collapse, endangering workers on and below the structure.
3. Slips and Trips: Cluttered platforms, wet surfaces, or unsecured planks increase the risk of slipping or tripping while working at elevation.
4. Falling Tools or Materials: Improper storage or unsecured items can fall from height and strike workers or pedestrians below.
5. Electrocution Hazards: Scaffolds erected too close to power lines pose a risk of shock or electrocution to scaffold users.
6. Unstable Ground Conditions: Erecting […]

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