When using hook-on or attachable ladders on scaffolds taller than how many feet are rest platforms required?

Rest platforms are required for hook-on or attachable ladders on scaffolds that exceed a height of 20 feet to ensure worker safety during elevated operations. The need for rest platforms at this height is based on the understanding that as workers ascend to higher elevations, the physical strain increases, and the risk of fatigue and potential accidents rises significantly.

Keeping in mind that scaffolding work often involves prolonged periods of being off the ground, having a rest platform provides a dedicated space for workers to take breaks or to safely transition between different levels. It also improves overall stability and helps to prevent falls, a leading hazard in construction.

Thus, establishing a requirement for rest platforms at 20 feet specifically addresses the safety concerns associated with working at height and reflects best practices as well as regulatory guidelines designed to protect workers in elevated work environments.