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Scaffold inspection record

Statutory inspection record for scaffolds: before first use, at least every seven days and after events that could affect stability.

Print it blank and fill it in on site, or use it as the structure for your own version. No sign-up, no email, no watermark. A competent person must adapt and approve any document before it is used on a real project.

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Scaffold inspection record

Free template from thebuildingsafetyact.com. To be reviewed and approved by a competent person.

Scaffold details

Project / site:Scaffold location and reference:
Erected by:Design reference (if designed scaffold):
Handover date:Maximum permitted load:

Inspection

Date and timeReason (first use / 7 day / after alteration / after event)Defects foundAction takenSafe to use? (Y/N)Inspector nameSignature

Notes

Competence declaration

Inspector name:Qualification:
Employer:Signature:
Date:

Free template from thebuildingsafetyact.com. This is a starting template, not professional advice. It must be reviewed, amended and approved by a competent person for the specific task, site and conditions before use. The Building Safety Act site and AI Metric Ltd accept no liability for its use.