S-2.1, r. 4 - Safety Code for the construction industry

Section 3.9.3 Disposition versions

2012-09-01

3.9.3. Materials:

(1)  Materials used for scaffolding shall be free from any defects which might impair their resistance.

(2)  The lumber used for scaffolding shall be:

(a)  in good condition, composed of long non-breaking fibres and free from any defect which might impair its strength;

(b)  of a quality equivalent to No. 1 spruce;

(c)  barked, if it is rough timber; and

(d)  without paint or any opaque coating.

(3)  The metal parts of a scaffolding shall:

(a)  not be weakened by rust, nor by any corrosive material; and

(b)  if tubular elements are used, not be weakened by the effects of cold or heat.

R.R.Q., 1981, c. S-2.1, r. 6, s. 3.9.3; O.C. 53-90, s. 8; O.C. 329-94, s. 43.