At Genfit, safety and efficiency are at the core of our solar PV installations. When scaffolding is required for a project, it’s essential that all structures meet strict safety standards and are positioned correctly to ensure a smooth installation process.
This page outlines the key scaffolding requirements needed for our team to carry out work safely and effectively. By ensuring these conditions are met in advance, we can minimise delays and maintain the highest standards of safety on-site.
Please review the following requirements carefully before installation begins. If you have any questions or need further guidance, don’t hesitate to contact our team.
Tag
All Scaffold must be tagged
Toe Boards
Outer toe boards on all scaffolds. Platform must extend into the building side. If it is not practicable, then an inner toe board is required.
Platform Height
Platform must be <300mm from the bottom edge of the roof fabric
Edge Protection Requirements
Either platform must extend at least 1.5m beyond the outer edge of the PV array, or, double handrail edge protection outside of the PV array edge running from eaves to ridge. If the array is less than 1m from the edge of the roof, then edge protection running from eaves to ridge will be required in all cases.
Platform Length
Platform must run at least 1m beyond the sides of the PV array or to the edge of the building, whichever is shorter.
Ladder
Ladder access to the platform is preferably at the end of the platform. If access must be on the platform edge, then a fall arrest gate must be fitted. A ladder fixed to the scaffold must be provided on all scaffold installs. A ladder lock should be installed to prevent unauthorised access.
Panel Access
The panels are a max of 2.2m by 1.1m and made of glass, we need good access to get these panels to the top lift safely. We would require either a Gin-wheel and loading area to attach a paff bag or this pole needs to be 2.2m above the scaffold platform to allow room for the Gin wheel and panel. If you have multiple platforms to reach the top lift, please provide large enough hatch for panels to fit through.