Scaffold Signs | Do Not Use Scaffold Signs

Q: What is a Do Not Use Scaffold sign for?

<p>A <a href="https://www.mysafetysign.com/do-not-use-scaffold-signs">do not use scaffold sign</a>, or a red danger- unsafe scaffold tag, is a critical safety warning. It is attached to scaffolding that is incomplete, damaged, or has failed inspection, to prevent workers from using it. This is a crucial element of <a href="https://www.mysafetysign.com/construction-job-safety">construction job safety</a>.</p>

Q: Who is responsible for placing a Do Not Use scaffold sign?

<p>A competent person (as defined by <a href="https://www.mysafetysign.com/osha-signs">OSHA</a>) is responsible for inspecting the scaffolding and placing the appropriate tag. They are the only ones who can declare a scaffold safe or unsafe for use. This professional may also place other related signs, such as <a href="https://www.mysafetysign.com/fall-protection-signs">fall protection signs</a>.</p>

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is a Do Not Use Scaffold sign for?

A do not use scaffold sign, or a red danger- unsafe scaffold tag, is a critical safety warning. It is attached to scaffolding that is incomplete, damaged, or has failed inspection, to prevent workers from using it. This is a crucial element of construction job safety.

Q. Who is responsible for placing a Do Not Use scaffold sign?

A competent person (as defined by OSHA) is responsible for inspecting the scaffolding and placing the appropriate tag. They are the only ones who can declare a scaffold safe or unsafe for use. This professional may also place other related signs, such as fall protection signs.

Q. What does an Incomplete Scaffold sign mean?

An Incomplete Scaffold sign means the scaffolding is still being erected or dismantled. It is not yet safe for its intended work and should not be accessed by anyone other than the erection crew. These are similar to other no admittance signs that restrict access to unfinished areas.

Q. What is a scaffold tag system?

A scaffold tag system uses three colors: Green (OK to Use), Yellow (Caution - Special Requirements), and Red (Danger - Do Not Use). These tags are placed at scaffold access points to clearly communicate its status.

Q. Can I use a Do Not Use sign instead of a scaffold tag?

Yes, a durable sign with a clear message like do not climb on scaffolding serves the same purpose as a red scaffold tag, ensuring workers are warned of the hazard.

About our Scaffold Signs

Scaffolding Signs provide handy notices that keep your scaffolding projects organized and your site both compliant and safe.

• 3M authorized manufacturer – this means that your signs will outlast weather. Our heavy-duty, rust-proof aluminum signs come with a 10-year guarantee.
• No other site offers such a wide variety of scaffold safety signs.
• Tags and Training Stickers, too – supplement your scaffold signs with status tags, hard hat stickers and wallet cards.