In order to use your scaffold safely and comply with Federal OSHA requirements you may need to obtain a copy of the OSHA regulations that cover the specific type of scaffold you are purchasing. In addition to these regulations, there are several helpful standards and guidelines that have been published to assist you in using these products safely. Below please find several web site links that can assist you in obtaining the materials you need.

www.osha.gov
This web site offers free downloads of the OSHA standards that govern the proper erection, inspection and use of all scaffold products.

www.scaffold.org
The Scaffold Industry Association (SIA) is a non-profit organization that offers many written, VHS and CD ROM products for purchase created by industry professionals to assist all erectors and users of scaffold. In addition, this organization lists over 60 Accredited Training Institutes throughout the United States and Canada where you can go to receive hands on training for User Hazard Awareness, Competent Person or Professional Scaffold Erecting.

www.nsc.org
The National Safety Council web site offers you the ability to purchase the ANSI A10.8-2001 Safety Requirements for Scaffolding. This set of scaffold standards offers guidelines written by industry professionals to assist you in erecting, inspecting and using scaffold safely.