I am continually perplexed by the questions that arise concerning platforms and planks. It appears that it starts with a misunderstanding of what constitutes a platform. For some, a platform is any ...

The Scaffold & Access Industry Association (SAIA) has issued a statement in regard to recent revisions of section 1637 of Cal-OSHA's compliance regarding LVL (laminated veneer lumber) scaffold planks.

A Baltimore circuit judge has ruled that National Lumber Co. caused injuries at a construction site by misrepresenting the quality and safety of lumber it sold. Judge Hilary D. Caplan said yesterday ...

Calling scaffolding being used by employees “substandard,” OSHA has issued nearly $300,000 in fines against Massachusetts employers A.C. Castle/Daryl J. Provencher. Three roofing workers employed by ...