SG46:24 Adverse and Inclement Weather Conditions - Digital Download (PDF format)
NASC SG46:24 “Adverse and Inclement Weather Conditions” helps scaffolding companies plan, assess, and manage the risks of working in adverse and inclement weather, protecting people, structures, and the public.
NASC SG46:24 “Adverse and Inclement Weather Conditions” is a safety guidance document that addresses the risks posed to scaffolding operations by weather conditions such as high winds, heavy rain, snow, ice, and extreme temperatures. It provides guidance on weather-related risk assessment, decision-making on stopping or resuming work, scaffold inspection requirements, and securing structures during adverse conditions. The document supports scaffolding companies, managers, and operatives in implementing safe systems of work, maintaining structural integrity, and complying with health and safety legislation, ensuring scaffolding operations remain safe and controlled before, during, and after periods of challenging weather.
