Days numbered for non-regulated scaffolding firms

Days are numbered for non-regulated scaffolding companies, according to industry body the National Access and Scaffolding Confederation (NASC).

The group has seen a rise in scaffolding firms joining its ranks, with 21 firms joining so far in 2008 – compared to 17 in 2007.

The confederation, which conducts a strict audit of its members, has expelled two firms in recent months for failing to meet its standards.

NASC managing director Robin James said membership now accounted for 75% of the scaffolding industry.

He said: “We are not lowering our standards – the scaffolding industry is rising to meet them and that can only be good news for everyone.

“The signs couldn’t be more clear – the construction industry is no longer willing to tolerate non-regulated scaffolding companies.”