Scaffolding Made SIMPL

Scaffolding Made SIMPL is the no-nonsense, beginner-friendly guide that breaks down one of construction’s highest-risk jobs into simple, safe, and practical steps anyone can understand.
Written in real tradie language (with lingo explained in brackets), this book walks you through safety, setup, systems, gear, inspections, and all the fundamentals — without the complicated technical talk.

Inside, you’ll learn:

CHAPTER LIST

1. Intro to Scaffolding Made SIMPL

2. Tools, PPE & Safety Gear

3. Scaffold Components Explained

4. Foundation Prep & First Lift Setup

5. How to Build a Basic Scaffold (Step-by-Step)

6. Working at Heights SIMPL

7. Load Ratings & Weight Rules

8. Inspections, Tagging & Maintenance

9. Common Scaffolding Mistakes (And SIMPL Fixes)

10. DIY Limits — What NOT to Touch

YOU’LL ALSO GET ANSWERS TO REAL BEGINNER QUESTIONS LIKE:

• “How do I know if a scaffold is safe to climb?”

• “What does ‘plumb’ mean and why does everyone yell it?”

• “How much weight can a scaffold actually hold?”

• “What’s the difference between light, medium and heavy duty?”

• “What do I do if I see something unsafe?”

• “What gear do scaffolders actually use?”

• “Why are braces and ties so important?”

• “What makes a scaffold collapse?”

Whether you’re an apprentice, labourer, DIYer, new tradie, or site supervisor wanting safer crews — this book makes scaffolding SIMPL, clear, and safe.