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An independent scaffold consists of two line of standards, with each line parallel to the

building. The inner standard is set as close to the building; hence, the entire scaffold is
independent of the building, but is tied to the building for security.

An independent tie scaffold is designed to carry its own structure weight, full loads of all
materials used and workers who work on the scaffold. The total load is supported by the

ground on which the scaffold is erected.

The ground condition must be suitable to withstand the load, the use of base plates and

sole plates are significant to spread the load.

Independent Tie Scaffold

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