SG42:25 Working Over or Near Water - Digital Download (PDF format)
The document provides practical guidance on working over or near water, helping scaffolding contractors manage the unique safety risks and hazards associated with tasks above or adjacent to water.
This is a 11 page guidance note aimed at scaffolding contractors, site managers, and operatives engaged in work where scaffolding is erected on, over, or close to bodies of water. It highlights the need for comprehensive risk assessments and safe systems of work that account for hazards such as falls into water, unstable ground conditions, and equipment handling near water. The guidance covers essential safety measures including appropriate training, supervision, use of personal protective equipment (e.g., lifejackets or buoyancy aids). and emergency and rescue arrangements to protect workers from water‑related risks.
