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Suspended Scaffolds » Interior Hung
An interior hung suspension scaffold consists of a platform suspended from the ceiling or roof structure by fixed-length supports.
NOTE: The requirements on this page are specific to interior hung scaffolds only. For requirements that apply to all types of suspended scaffolds, please refer to the Two-point (swing stage) module.
- Interior hung scaffolds must be suspended from roof structures (e.g., ceiling beams). [29 CFR 1926.452(t)(1)]
- Roof structures must be inspected for strength before scaffolds are erected. [29 CFR 1926.452(t)(2)]
- Suspension ropes/cables must be connected to overhead supports by shackles, clips, thimbles, or equivalent means. [29 CFR 1926.452(t)(3)]
- Bearers must [29 CFR 1926 Subpart L Appendix A (t)]:
- Have dimensions of 2 x 10 inches.
- Be used on edge.
- For an intended maximum load of 25 to 50 lbs. per square foot, the maximum span is 10 feet. [29 CFR 1926 Subpart L Appendix A (t)]
- For an intended maximum load of 75 lbs. per square foot, the maximum span is 7 feet. [29 CFR 1926 Subpart L Appendix A (t)]