Common questions about Scaffolding
Answering the most frequently asked questions about Scaffolding.
Does engineering sign-off affect coverage?Gravity Certs2026-08-17T23:40:28-04:00
Often. Design and engineering documentation may be a policy condition on larger scaffold systems.
Is my scaffold inventory covered?Gravity Certs2026-08-17T23:40:27-04:00
Inland marine covers components in transit and erected across sites. General liability doesn’t cover your own property.
What limits do projects require?Gravity Certs2026-08-17T23:40:27-04:00
Frequently ten million or more in New York, layered through excess. Requirements appear in the trade contract.
Why is scaffolding the highest-rated class in construction?Gravity Certs2026-08-17T23:40:26-04:00
Labor Law 240 was written about exactly this exposure. Fall claims carry near-absolute liability in New York.
Am I liable if another trade falls from my scaffold?Gravity Certs2026-08-17T23:40:26-04:00
Very likely. Erection, inspection and tagging documentation is your primary defense.
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