NS 9700-1 The Scaffold Builder Standard – An overview NS 9700-1:2016 is a Norwegian standard that deals specifically with qualification requirements for scaffolding builders. It was developed to ensure that people who assemble scaffolding in Norway have the competence to carry out the work safely, and is a supplement to the statutory training for scaffolders (§17-4). The standard is important for both employees and employers, where the installation of scaffolding plays a central role in the business. Here is an…
Read moreWorking at height with the use of a lift involves risk, and many of the most serious work accidents occur as a result of working at height. To prevent these dangers, proper training is essential. A lift course provides operators with the necessary knowledge to use the lift safely and effectively, as well as learning to assess risks and follow the correct safety procedures. According to IPAF’s accident statistics, falls from height, power lines, crushing and overturning are the most common…
Read moreFalling while working at height is one of the most common causes of injury and death in Norwegian workplaces. Every year there are several serious accidents while working at height, many of which could have been avoided with increased awareness of the risks. Falls are one of the biggest hazards, and even falls from low heights can lead to serious injury or death. This can be due to poor maintenance of equipment such as ladders, scaffolding or work platforms, or…
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