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What is NYC BC § 3314.6?

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This section mandates that footings and anchorage for scaffolds must be sound, rigid, and capable of supporting maximum loads without settlement or deformation. It prohibits the use of unstable materials for support. Applies to building owners and contractors involved in scaffold construction and maintenance.

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3314.6 Footings and anchorage.

BC § 3314.6

The footings and anchorage for every scaffold shall be sound and rigid, capable of carrying the maximum load without settlement or deformation and secure against movement in any direction. Supports such as barrels, boxes, loose brick, loose stone, or other unstable materials shall not be used.

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