Scaffolding : a treatise on the design & erection of scaffolds, gantries, and…
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"Scaffolding: A Treatise on the Design & Erection of Scaffolds, Gantries, and Stagings" by A. G. H. Thatcher is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book addresses the principles and practicalities involved in the design, construction, and safe use of scaffolds and related structures for construction work. It aims to inform contractors, builders, and clerks of works about the essential details of scaffolding techniques, safety considerations, and legal
requirements. The opening of the treatise presents an introduction to scaffolding, emphasizing its often-overlooked importance within the construction industry. It discusses recent legislative changes that have prompted a renewed focus on scaffolding safety and practicalities. The author shares insights gained from extensive experience in the building trade, intending to provide accessible information about various scaffolding systems, including the North and South country systems. The text lays the groundwork for a detailed examination of scaffolding designs, materials, and safety measures, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of the various chapters to follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Thatcher, A. G. H. |
|---|---|
| Title | Scaffolding : a treatise on the design & erection of scaffolds, gantries, and stagings, with an account of the appliances used in connection therewith for the use of contractors, builders, clerks of works, etc., with a chapter on the legal aspect of the question |
| Edition | 2nd edition, revised |
| Original Publication | London: B. T. Batsford, 1907. |
| Credits | deaurider, Brian Wilcox and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 69.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TH: Technology: Building construction |
| Subject | Scaffolding |
| Subject | Gantries |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 72009 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-72009-8 |
| Release Date | Nov 2, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 549 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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