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§1926.451 General Requirements
For All Scaffolds (con't)
  • (b) Scaffold platform construction (con't)
    • Each abutted end of plank shall rest on a separate support surface.
    • Overlap platforms not less than 12" only over supports, unless restrained to prevent movment.
    • On direction changes, any platform on a bearer at other than a right angle shall be laid first, and platforms which rest at right angles over the same bearer laid second.
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