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Construction Safety & Regulations13 min read•Published 20 August 2026

Scaffolding Erection & Inspection: SANS 10085 Standards in South Africa

The authoritative technical guide to access scaffolding in South Africa under SANS 10085-1 and Construction Regulation 16, detailing daily inspection tags, base jacks, and supervisor duties.

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Diba Construction Safety PracticeSenior Scaffolding & Height Specialists
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Multi-tier steel access scaffolding on commercial construction site with green safe-to-use inspection tag displayedSANS 10085 scaffolding erection, daily inspection registers, and green tag safety systems.

1. Statutory Scaffolding Governance: Construction Reg 16

Access scaffolding collapses represent high-severity construction risks. SANS 10085 establishes precise structural engineering rules for bracing, ties, and platform loading.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often must scaffolding be inspected on a construction site?

Under Construction Regulation 16, scaffolding must be inspected at least once a week, following adverse weather, or after any modification.

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Written by Diba Construction Safety PracticeVerified by Orlinda Pieterson
Senior Scaffolding & Height Specialists • Pr.CHSA, Certified Scaffolding Inspector SANS 10085

Diba BES is a 100% Black Women-Owned, Level 1 B-BBEE provider delivering occupational health & safety consulting, accredited workplace training, and commercial workplace services across South Africa since 2003.

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