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Scaffolding Inspection and Handover.
Magnum are excited to report their use of Smart Scaffolder, a cloud based Scaffolding Handover and Statutory Inspection portal. Scaffolders are able to complete pre-use statutory inspections on a completed scaffold and forward the Handover Certification complete with...
Bespoke Scaffolding Tags
Magnum is pleased to have designed and developed a bespoke scaffolding tag. The tag is large, green and states Safe. When the tag is removed the Holder has the no entry symbol and the word Unsafe displayed. The tagging system is designed to compliment the company...
How Innovative Scaffolding Equipment Improves Efficiency
With the earliest known example of scaffolding dating to 17,000 years ago, innovation might feel like it has no place in the industry. However, subtle changes to a time-old design can make work faster, safer, and more effective. Here’s an update on the latest...
New Tie Tester And Tie Testing Process
Magnum are pleased to have purchased a new M2000 Pro Metric Digital Tie Tester. The tester enables Magnum to confirm the holding power of anchors in all the most common construction materials. The kit also comprises all the necessary accessories to enable a pull...
What Is TG20 and Scaffolding Design? Why Is It Important in Commercial Scaffolding?
The use of scaffolding that is not designed and constructed properly, can be a dangerous and uncertain activity. How do you know a structure has been properly designed? Thankfully, there is industry guidance that can help, here is an introduction to TG20:21....
3 Types of Temporary Roof Systems and Their Benefits
Keeping employees and working areas dry can increase efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance safety. To this end, there are several different types of temporary roofing system available, but which one is the best? Here is a quick guide. Design Any...
What to Consider When Selecting A Scaffolding Contractor
Selecting the right scaffolding contractor can make a real difference to timescales, project cost, and overall safety. It pays to get it right, but what should you be looking for? Here is a guide to what sets apart a good contractor from a potential health and safety...
How Often Must A Competent Person Inspect The Scaffold? A Brief Guide To Scaffold Inspections
Irrespective of programme duration, scaffolding safety is an on-going effort. How often should scaffolding be inspected? Who should do it? And what’s the ideal procedure? Read on to find out. How Often Does Scaffolding Need To Be Inspected? Scaffolding must be...
Press Release from Investors in People
Investors in People is delighted to award Magnum Scaffolding (Contracts) Limited, We invest in people, gold accreditation. Gold accreditation means that you’ve got the policies in place but more than that, it means everyone – from CEO to apprentice takes ownership for...
Cloud Based Scaffolding Inspection Portal
Magnum has revolutionised health & safety reporting in their business and for their customers by using a visible tagging system to supplement inspection reports. Although tagging systems are not a legal requirement, the law does require an inspection of...