46. Suspended scaffolds counter-balanced by counter-weights

It shall be the duty of the responsible person to ensure that the requirements of paragraphs (2) to (5) are complied with.

In relation to a scaffold in a workplace, water or other liquids, earth, clay, sand, chippings or other aggregates shall not be used as counter-weights.

Every portable counter-weight shall have its weight permanently and distinctly stamped, engraved or embossed thereon.

Every counter-weight shall be securely attached at the inner end of the outriggers to prevent any accidental displacement or tampering by any person.

The counter-balancing weight on any outrigger shall not be less than 3 times the weight necessary to balance the load on the projecting part of the outrigger when the suspended scaffold in a workplace is fully loaded.

It shall be the duty of the responsible person to ensure that the requirements of paragraphs (2) to (5) are complied with.

In relation to a scaffold in a workplace, water or other liquids, earth, clay, sand, chippings or other aggregates shall not be used as counter-weights.

Every portable counter-weight shall have its weight permanently and distinctly stamped, engraved or embossed thereon.

Every counter-weight shall be securely attached at the inner end of the outriggers to prevent any accidental displacement or tampering by any person.

The counter-balancing weight on any outrigger shall not be less than 3 times the weight necessary to balance the load on the projecting part of the outrigger when the suspended scaffold in a workplace is fully loaded.