--- title: Access Design & Safety Blog | Matthew Robinson (2) description: (2) --- [![Access Design & Safety Limited](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/hubfs/Access_Design__Safety_October2018%20Theme/Images/logo.png)](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/) - [HOME](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/) - SERVICES - [Scaffold Design](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/scaffold-design/) - [Scaffold Inspections](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/scaffold-inspections/) - [Design Check](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/design-check/) - [Site Surveys](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/site-surveys/) - [PROJECTS](https://designsafe.co.uk/projects) - [Commercial](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/project-category/commercial/) - [Education](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/project-category/education/) - [Government / MOD](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/project-category/government-mod/) - [Residential](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/project-category/residential/) - [Religious](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/project-category/religious/) - [Transport](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/project-category/transport/) - [ABOUT US](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/about-us/) - [GUIDES & RESOURCES](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/free-guides/) - [BLOG](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/) - [CONTACT](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/contact-us/) - [REQUEST A QUOTE](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/request-a-quote-step-one) #### [01384 459090](tel:01384%20459090) #### [info@designsafe.co.uk](mailto:info@designsafe.co.uk) #### 1 Parsons Street Dudley, DY1 1JJ - [HOME](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/) - SERVICES - [Scaffold Design](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/scaffold-design/) - [Scaffold Inspections](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/scaffold-inspections/) - [Design Check](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/design-check/) - [Site Surveys](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/site-surveys/) - [PROJECTS](https://designsafe.co.uk/projects) - [Commercial](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/project-category/commercial/) - [Education](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/project-category/education/) - [Government / MOD](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/project-category/government-mod/) - [Residential](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/project-category/residential/) - [Religious](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/project-category/religious/) - [Transport](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/project-category/transport/) - [ABOUT US](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/about-us/) - [GUIDES & RESOURCES](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/free-guides/) - [BLOG](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/) - [CONTACT](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/contact-us/) - [REQUEST A QUOTE](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/request-a-quote-step-one) # Access Design & Safety Blog ## Matthew Robinson ### Recent Posts ## [The New Scaffolding Standard From BSI: What You Need To Know](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/new-scaffolding-standard-from-bsi) Posted by [Matthew Robinson](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/author/matthew-robinson) on Mar 13, 2020 2:41:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/hubfs/The%20New%20Scaffolding%20Standard%20From%20BSI_%20What%20You%20Need%20To%20Know.png)](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/new-scaffolding-standard-from-bsi) In 2019, BSI produced a fully revised and updated version of BS 5975, the code of practice businesses are recommended to comply with for temporary works procedures as well as stress design of falsework & formwork on-site. The first major revision since 2011, this significant update has provided further recommendation and guidance for the safety and control surrounding a vast range of construction projects. New advice has been included, as well as several smaller updates to bring the standard up to scratch for modern-day purposes. [Read More](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/new-scaffolding-standard-from-bsi) 3 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/new-scaffolding-standard-from-bsi#comments-listing) Topics: [Scaffold Design](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/tag/scaffold-design) ## [Types Of Edge Protection For Class A, B & C Roofs](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/types-of-edge-protection-for-roofs) Posted by [Matthew Robinson](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/author/matthew-robinson) on Sep 6, 2019 12:51:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Types Of Edge Protection For Class A, B & C Roofs](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/hubfs/Types%20Of%20Edge%20Protection%20For%20Class%20A%2c%20B%20%26%20C%20Roofs.jpg)](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/types-of-edge-protection-for-roofs) Roofing edge protection is equipment designed to protect against falls, most commonly used during the construction of residential or commercial buildings. It commonly consists of a toe board, and primary guard rail and secondary intermediate rail. The Edge Protection Federation describes its purpose as 'to prevent people or objects from falling to a lower level'. There are actually many different types of edge protection on the market, but there are regulations to be followed for different types of roof. [Read More](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/types-of-edge-protection-for-roofs) 4 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/types-of-edge-protection-for-roofs#comments-listing) Topics: [Roof Edge Protection](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/tag/roof-edge-protection) ## [Scaffolding Collapse In The Town Centre Injures Three!](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/scaffolding-collapse-in-the-town-centre-injures-three) Posted by [Matthew Robinson](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/author/matthew-robinson) on Aug 28, 2019 12:18:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Scaffolding Collapse In The Town Centre Injures Three](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/hubfs/Scaffolding%20Collapse%20In%20The%20Town%20Centre%20Injures%20Three.jpg)](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/scaffolding-collapse-in-the-town-centre-injures-three) Access Design & Safety were shocked to hear about the recent scaffolding collapse in Reading town centre, which left three people requiring hospital attention. The incident occurred on Garrard Street at the site of the old Friars Walk Shopping Centre. Shortly before 11:15 on 1st August, large sections of the scaffolding came crashing to the ground. [Read More](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/scaffolding-collapse-in-the-town-centre-injures-three) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/scaffolding-collapse-in-the-town-centre-injures-three#comments-listing) Topics: [News](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/tag/news) ## [How Will Brexit Affect The Safety Of Construction Workers Using Scaffolding?](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/safety-of-construction-workers-using-scaffolding-brexit-affect) Posted by [Matthew Robinson](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/author/matthew-robinson) on Jul 26, 2019 11:00:34 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![How Will Brexit Affect The Safety Of Construction Workers Using Scaffolding (1)](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/hubfs/How%20Will%20Brexit%20Affect%20The%20Safety%20Of%20Construction%20Workers%20Using%20Scaffolding%20(1).jpg)](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/safety-of-construction-workers-using-scaffolding-brexit-affect) The UK is looking ahead and pondering what will change following the expected departure from the European Union (EU). In many cases, there seem to be more question marks than answers. The construction sector is no different - business owners, managers and workers wish to know if their day-to-day duties will be altered in any way after the country finally departs from the EU. [Read More](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/safety-of-construction-workers-using-scaffolding-brexit-affect) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/safety-of-construction-workers-using-scaffolding-brexit-affect#comments-listing) Topics: [TG20](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/tag/tg20) ## [What's To Be Expected Of Your Scaffolding Design?](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/whats-to-be-expected-of-your-scaffolding-design) Posted by [Matthew Robinson](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/author/matthew-robinson) on Jul 19, 2019 11:07:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Whats To Be Expected Of Your Scaffolding Design](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/hubfs/Whats%20To%20Be%20Expected%20Of%20Your%20Scaffolding%20Design.jpg)](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/whats-to-be-expected-of-your-scaffolding-design) No matter what the nature or size of the project you are working on, if the project requires scaffolding, it is essential that the [design of your scaffolding follows certain requirements](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/scaffold-inspections/). This is to ensure that not only your scaffolding will be safe for workers to use, but also that your project can be completed in the most efficient way possible. [Read More](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/whats-to-be-expected-of-your-scaffolding-design) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/whats-to-be-expected-of-your-scaffolding-design#comments-listing) Topics: [Scaffold Design](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/tag/scaffold-design) ## [How Are Interior Scaffold Designs Different Than Outdoor Designs?](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/interior-scaffold-designs-different-outdoor-designs) Posted by [Matthew Robinson](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/author/matthew-robinson) on Jul 11, 2019 3:00:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![How Are Interior Scaffold Designs Different Than Outdoor Designs](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/hubfs/How%20Are%20Interior%20Scaffold%20Designs%20Different%20Than%20Outdoor%20Designs.jpg)](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/interior-scaffold-designs-different-outdoor-designs) Although both interior and exterior scaffolding can provide a similar function, there may be significant differences in the considerations taken during design. Here we take a look at some of the key potential differences between interior scaffolding design and an exterior design. [Read More](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/interior-scaffold-designs-different-outdoor-designs) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/interior-scaffold-designs-different-outdoor-designs#comments-listing) Topics: [Scaffold Design](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/tag/scaffold-design), [TG20](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/tag/tg20) ## [Which UK Health & Safety Regulations Are Most Likely To Change After Brexit?](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/which-uk-health-safety-regulations-are-most-likely-to-change-after-brexit) Posted by [Matthew Robinson](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/author/matthew-robinson) on Jul 5, 2019 4:10:31 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Which UK Health and Safety Regulations Are Most Likely To Change After Brexit](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/hubfs/Which%20UK%20Health%20and%20Safety%20Regulations%20Are%20Most%20Likely%20To%20Change%20After%20Brexit.jpg)](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/which-uk-health-safety-regulations-are-most-likely-to-change-after-brexit) Being a company that specialises in scaffolding design, there are many areas of Health & Safety that we deal with, including building regulations and scaffold regulations. Brexit has cast a cloud of uncertainty over many compliance issues in the UK, including Health & Safety regulations, so in this article we take a look at the post-Brexit landscape and pre-empt which rules could change. [Read More](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/which-uk-health-safety-regulations-are-most-likely-to-change-after-brexit) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/which-uk-health-safety-regulations-are-most-likely-to-change-after-brexit#comments-listing) Topics: [Scaffold Design](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/tag/scaffold-design), [TG20](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/tag/tg20) ## [At What Stage Of The Scaffolding Process Should You Get Design Drawings?](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/at-what-stage-of-the-scaffolding-process-should-you-get-design-drawings) Posted by [Matthew Robinson](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/author/matthew-robinson) on Jun 20, 2019 11:06:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![At what stage of the scaffolding process should you get design drawings-1](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/hubfs/At%20what%20stage%20of%20the%20scaffolding%20process%20should%20you%20get%20design%20drawings-1.jpg)](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/at-what-stage-of-the-scaffolding-process-should-you-get-design-drawings) [Every scaffolding project is different](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/types-of-scaffolding) and has its own set of unique requirements. As such, it can be difficult to determine at what stage of the scaffolding process design drawings should be completed. Unfortunately, there is no one-answer-fits-all solution to this question, but, in general, design drawings should be considered as early in the design process as possible. We explore the reasons for this and look at planning scaffolding in more detail below… [Read More](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/at-what-stage-of-the-scaffolding-process-should-you-get-design-drawings) 1 Comment [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/at-what-stage-of-the-scaffolding-process-should-you-get-design-drawings#comments-listing) Topics: [Scaffold Design](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/tag/scaffold-design) ## [How To Know If Your Scaffolding Build Needs A Design](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/how-to-know-if-your-scaffolding-build-needs-a-design) Posted by [Matthew Robinson](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/author/matthew-robinson) on Jun 14, 2019 11:04:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![How to know if your scaffolding build needs a design](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/hubfs/How%20to%20know%20if%20your%20scaffolding%20build%20needs%20a%20design.jpg)](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/how-to-know-if-your-scaffolding-build-needs-a-design) Whether for a [commercial](https://www.designsafe.co.uk/project-category/commercial/) or domestic project, knowing how to construct scaffolding correctly can be difficult, as it is hard to know whether your [scaffolding build needs a design](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/when-scaffolding-does-and-doesnt-need-a-design). Even if your project seems relatively straight-forward and has no special requirements, a design may still be necessary. So, let's explore scaffolding design in more detail… [Read More](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/how-to-know-if-your-scaffolding-build-needs-a-design) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/how-to-know-if-your-scaffolding-build-needs-a-design#comments-listing) Topics: [Scaffold Design](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/tag/scaffold-design) ## [Guidelines To Keep In Mind When Getting A Scaffold Design](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/guidelines-when-getting-a-scaffold-design) Posted by [Matthew Robinson](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/author/matthew-robinson) on Jun 10, 2019 11:03:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Guidelines to keep in mind when getting a scaffold design](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/hubfs/Guidelines%20to%20keep%20in%20mind%20when%20getting%20a%20scaffold%20design.jpg)](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/guidelines-when-getting-a-scaffold-design) Finding the right [scaffolding solution](https://blog.designsafe.co.uk/types-of-scaffolding) is an important element in many construction projects and often the scaffold will need to be designed, so ensuring that the design is created by specialists who understand the nuances of each location can be very important. 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