When Scaffold is required in terms of regulations?

[ipoppy]

I am about to install bigger Velux windows and one additional in my loft (4th floor). I think I got really bad architect because he is not sure about anything however that is another matter; probably I will get another one.
Anyway I wonder when regulations required scaffold to be erected during Velux windows replacement i.e. which floor, type of roof, or its up to roofer to decide if he would prefer scaffold or harness instead. I know those type of windows can be installed from inside.
Just trying to avoid scaffold because it will be very expensive to erect it in my circumstances.
Thanks

 

[^woody^]

All the work is normally done from the inside.

If the installer wants to do it from the outside, then [English/Welsh/ NI] H&S regs would require a bona fide company to carry out this work safely, which would imply use of a scaffold working platform at eaves hieght, and handrails up the roof as appropriate.

There is also the issue of things falling, and protection for those below - so a harness, (in addition to being impractical for this type of work) would not be suitable for this.

It is up to the company to chose the safe installation method, not the client

 

[stephenf8542]

Ask the company for a method statement of how they plan to install the windows.Then the onus is on them

 

[ipoppy]

All the work is normally done from the inside.

If the installer wants to do it from the outside, then [English/Welsh/ NI] H&S regs would require a bona fide company to carry out this work safely, which would imply use of a scaffold working platform at eaves hieght, and handrails up the roof as appropriate.

There is also the issue of things falling, and protection for those below - so a harness, (in addition to being impractical for this type of work) would not be suitable for this.

It is up to the company to chose the safe installation method, not the client

First of all let me thank you all for quick answer.

So basically its up to installer? So there is no regulations to stop him to do that from inside?
I live in Scotland if that matter in this instance. You have mention [English/Welsh/ NI]; is Scotland got different regulation regarding this subject?

Regarding an issue or things falling I could always barrier off below.

Thanks again.

 

[Shytalkz]

And if it needs a scaffold, then unless it's a basic scaffold under the terms of TG20:08, it must be designed by a competent person, which rules Woody out then arf arf

 

[noseall]

All the work is normally done from the inside.

When was the last time you fitted a Velux without having to use an angle grinder?

Inside! Dream on.