Scaffolding Design & Drawings

Design calculations are legally required for scaffolds exceeding TG20:21 parameters, including heavy-duty load-bearing structures, complex configurations, unusual heights or spans, scaffolds on weak ground, and any scaffold requiring specific load capacity verification for insurance or regulatory compliance.

Professional scaffold design includes structural calculations, general arrangement drawings, detail drawings showing connections and loading, tie patterns, foundation requirements, load specifications, and engineer's certification. All designs meet BS 5975 temporary works standards.

Standard designs typically take 3-5 working days. Complex industrial or bespoke structures may require 7-14 days. Urgent designs can be fast-tracked for emergency situations. Design timelines are confirmed during initial consultation.

Many building control departments, particularly for complex projects or heritage sites in Canterbury and Brighton, require engineered scaffold designs. Planning applications for significant structures may also need design documentation. We provide all necessary drawings formatted for regulatory submissions.

All designs are produced by qualified temporary works engineers with specific scaffolding design expertise. Our engineers hold appropriate professional qualifications and design to BS 5975, HSE guidance, and NASC standards.

Yes. We specialize in bespoke designs for challenging scenarios including unstable ground, heritage buildings in Canterbury and Hastings, coastal exposure, confined spaces, live railway environments, and complex industrial plants requiring specialized access solutions.

Any deviation from design requires immediate notification. We provide rapid design revisions to accommodate changed ground conditions, unforeseen obstacles, or modified project requirements, ensuring continued compliance and safety throughout your project.

Yes. Our engineered designs meet insurance requirements for complex scaffolding projects. Designs include professional indemnity coverage and provide the documentation insurers require for policy compliance on projects requiring engineered temporary works.

Scaffold design costs range from £500-£800 for standard bespoke designs to £2,000-£5,000+ for complex industrial structures. Costs depend on scaffold complexity, load requirements, and urgency. Design fees include structural calculations, drawings, and engineer certification. We provide fixed-price quotes after initial consultation.

Scaffold design should be carried out by engineers with specific temporary works expertise. Our engineers hold Chartered (CEng) or Incorporated (IEng) status with ICE, IStructE, or equivalent institutions, along with practical scaffolding design experience and BS 5975 competency.

Yes, design revisions are a normal part of complex projects. Site conditions, client requirements, or unforeseen circumstances may require design modifications. We provide responsive revision services to maintain compliance and safety as projects evolve, with rapid turnaround for urgent changes.