Scaffolds: Stilts

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Scaffolds Stilts
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What are Stilts?

• Stilts are poles, posts or pillars used to allow
  a person or structure to stand at a certain
  distance above the ground.

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Why are they dangerous?

• While stilt injuries arent the most common thing
  on a construction site, accidents can easily
  happen if the person using them isnt cautious.
  Someone call trip or fall if they are not aware
  of their surroundings.

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1926.502 (b) 1

• Top edge height of top rails, or equivalent
  guardrail system members, shall be 42 inches 3
  inches above the walking/working level. When
  conditions warrant, the height of the top edge
  may exceed the 45-inch height, provided the
  guardrail system meets all other criteria of this
  paragraph.
• NOTE When employees are using stilts, the top
  edge height of the top rail, shall be increased
  an amount equal to the height of the stilts.

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Example without Stilts
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Example with Stilts
With the stilts being 36, OSHA states you must
have an additional guardrail 36 above the
standard 42, making the full height of the
guardrail 78 (4236) as shown above.
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Stilt Safety

• Stay clear from all spaces on site
• Make sure all floor openings are covered
• Dont work near a shaft
• Be aware of roof height/your surroundings
• Make sure stilts are fastened securely
• Wear proper pads and protection

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Opening/Space on Site
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Be Aware of Surroundings
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Secure Stilts
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Wearing Proper Protection
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Possible Injuries

• Broken/Sprained Bones
• Torn Muscles
• Cuts and bruises
• Death

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Different Types

• Hand-held stilts
• Peg stilts
• Drywall stilts
• Dura stilts
• Spring stilts

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Sizes and Prices

• 15 23 100
• 18 30 150.00
• 24 40 200

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Conclusion

• Take all precautionary measures while using
  stilts
• Be aware of your surroundings
• If working by a guardrail, OSHA states you must
  have an additional guardrail the same height
  above the top-rail that is the same length as the
  stilts.

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