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What is NYC BC § 3314.4.3.1?

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This section mandates that all support devices for suspended scaffolds be inspected by a qualified person before installation. The qualified person must be designated by a licensed rigger or the scaffold designer, depending on supervision. Applies to contractors and construction personnel involved in scaffold installation.

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3314.4.3.1 Inspection prior to the installation of a suspended scaffold.

BC § 3314.4.3.1

Prior to the installation of a suspended scaffold, all suspended scaffold support devices, including but not limited to outrigger beams and C-hooks, along with the support surface/structure upon which they rest (e.g. roof, parapet), shall be inspected by a qualified person. The qualified person shall: 1. Where the installation or removal occurs under the direct and continuing supervision of a licensed rigger or sign hanger, be designated by such licensee; or 2. Where the installation or removal does not occur under the direct and continuing supervision of a licensed rigger or sign hanger, be designated by the designer of the scaffold. Exception: An inspection is not required for a nonadjustable suspended scaffold that, pursuant to Section 3314.3.2, is not required to be designed.

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