Suspension Rope Damage






Suspension ropes are the most critical component of a suspended scaffold, and their failure can lead to catastrophic, often fatal, incidents. This 1-page safety meeting topic has two discussion questions and can be used to host a safety meeting to review common causes of suspension rope damage and the importance of regular inspections and proper replacement.


Long Version - 6 pages

Long Version - 6 pages

Short Version - 2 pages

Short Version - 2 pages

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Sign-in Sheet

Quiz and Answer Sheet

Quiz and Answer Sheet

Fast Version - 1 page

Fast Version - 1 page

Sign-in Sheet

Sign-in Sheet



Suspension Rope Damage, Construction, Fast

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Weeklysafety.com exclusive 1-page safety meeting topic, with two discussion questions, that reviews common causes of suspension rope damage on a suspended scaffold and the importance of regular inspections and proper replacement.