CAN/CSA-S269.2-M87 (R2003)

1. Scope 1.1 This Standard provides rules and requirements for the design, fabrication, erection, inspection, testing, maintenance, and use of scaffolding equipment, materials, and components where scaffolds are erected to provide working platforms for workers and materials during the construction, alteration, repair , or demolition of buildings and other structures. 1.2 This Standard does not apply to (a) suspended scaffolds, or swing stages; (b) truck or vehicle mounted platforms; (c) falsework; (d) shoring; or (e) self-elevating work platforms. 1.3 In addition to the provisions of Clause 1.1, supplementary rules or requirements may be necessary for unusual types of scaffolding that (a) are exposed to unusual environments or features; or (b) employ materials or procedures not covered in this Standard.