DISCLAIMER

These Codes of Safe Practice (“Codes”) provide some commonsense procedures for safely erecting, dismantling, and using scaffold and access equipment. As equipment differs, comply with the instructions and procedures of the supplier and manufacturer(s). As field conditions vary and are beyond the control of the Access Association of Canada and its Committees, safe and proper use of equipment is the sole responsibility of the employer and users. The Code provides information on methods of safe use but does not purport to be all-inclusive, or to supplant or replace any manufacturer or other safety and precautionary measures. 

The information contained herein is to be used as a guide and not intended to replace legislative requirements with respect to the proper use, installation, or maintenance of equipment, nor the general obligations of parties under applicable occupational health and safety legislation to take every reasonable precaution for the health and safety of workers. The user(s) must refer to such provisions in the applicable legislation. Further, the information provided is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication. In the event of conflict between the Code and all applicable legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations, such legislation shall supersede and govern. The Access Association of Canada expressly disclaims all liability as to any results obtained or arising from any use of the product or reliance on such information. The ownership of the copyright for this guide belongs to the Access Association of Canada.