Safety & Standards

Can You Use a Scaffold Tower on Uneven Ground?

This article provides general guidance and does not replace the manufacturer’s current instruction manual, a site-specific risk assessment or advice from a competent person.

04 August 2026

Working at height regulations

The Work at Height Regulations 2005 govern every job where a fall could cause injury — including every minute spent on a scaffold tower. The duties are simpler than their reputation.

21 July 2026

What is PASMA?

PASMA is the trade body for mobile access towers — and a PASMA card is the recognised proof that you have been trained to build and use them safely.

21 July 2026

Safe assembly guide

The two approved ways to build a tower — 3T and advance guardrail — both exist so no one ever stands on an unprotected platform. Here is the shape of a safe build.

21 July 2026

EN1004 explained

EN 1004 is the European standard every professional mobile access tower must meet. Here is what it covers and why non-compliant towers are a false economy.

21 July 2026

Do I need outriggers?

Stabilisers turn a tall, narrow tower into a stable one. When you need them is set by your tower manual — here is how to read that decision.

21 July 2026