BilJax PRO-JAX User manual

SAFETY RULES
AND INSTRUCTIONS
PRO-JAXTM
UTILITY SCAFFOLD

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125 Taylor Parkway
Archbold, OH 43502-9309
Phone: [phone]
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Load Capacities & Stacking Information............................................................... 3
Assembly Instructions:
Building a One Frame High Scaffold .........................................................4-5
Building a Two Frame High Scaffold ............................................................ 6
Dismantling Notes................................................................................................... 8
Maintenance Procedures...................................................................................9-10
Scaffolding Safety Rules ................................................................................. 11-12
Improper erection, dismantling or use of Pro-Jax utility scaffold
may result in serious injury or death!! Erectors, dismantlers and
users of Pro-Jax utility scaffold must read and fully understand
these Safety Rules and Instructions as well as all federal OSHA,
state, and local regulations pertaining to this equipment prior to
its use. For any questions concerning the proper erection,
dismantling, or use of Pro-Jax utility scaffold, please call 1-800-
537-0540 before use.
WARNING

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LOAD CAPACITIES
6' Length Unit - 1000 lbs.
8' Length Unit - 500 lbs.
10' Length Unit - 500 lbs.
STACKING INFORMATION - QUICK REFERENCE TABLE
Maximum
Work
Height
Maximum
Platform
Height
6' Long
Pro-Jax
Utility Scaffold
1 6' 12' 6" * No Yes Yes
2 11' 6" 18' Yes Yes-Narrow Yes Yes
.
8' Long
Pro-Jax
Utility Scaffold
1 6' 12' 6" * No Yes Yes
2 11' 6" 18' Yes Yes-Narrow Yes Yes
.
10' Long
Pro-Jax
Utility Scaffold
1 6' 12' 6" * No Yes Yes
2 11' 6" 18' Yes Yes-Narrow Yes Yes
.
* When platform height exceeds 4 ft., guard railing is recommended, but is not required. However, OSHA
requires guard rails for all platforms 10 ft. or higher.
Pre-planning and study are essential for the proper and safe use of any scaffold equipment. You must
first determine whether or not Pro-Jax utility scaffold is the best equipment for your particular job. You
should discuss the following questions as well as any other questions you may have with your scaffold
dealer or other qualified person:
• What job am I trying to complete?
• How high will I need to go?
• How large of a work platform will I need?
• Is the surface I am working on level?
• Are there any obstructions I will need to work around?
• Will the surface I am working on support the scaffold and its load?
• Will I need to move the scaffold from place to place on the jobsite?
• Are there power lines nearby?
• Are there any unique or special requirements for this job?
• Am I going high enough that I will need outriggers?
Number
of Frames
High
Guard Rail
Required Outriggers Required Meets 3:1
Height to
Base Req.
Meets 4:1
Height to
Base Req.

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WARNING
• Both side braces must be positioned at the same height on the frames so that platform is
level.
• Be sure all 4 Saf-T-Lok pins are fully engaged in holes of end frames.
• Be sure all 4 Saf-T-Loks are in the locked position.
STEP TWO — Attach second side brace Bto both end frames Afollowing the same Step One
sequence.
STEP ONE — Attach side brace Bto two end frames Aby
following this sequence:
- Pull Saf-T-Lok pin at each end of side brace to the
disengaged position. (see decal)
- While holding lock pin in disengaged position, place U-
Channel on each end of side brace Baround leg of end
frame Aat desired platform height.
- Release lock pin and be sure that pin fully engages into
hole in end frame leg.
- Push in and rotate Saf-T-LokTM counter clockwise until U-
shaped end clears the brace locking pin support bracket
as shown (LOCKED).
- To release, push in and rotate Saf-T-LokTM clockwise until
U-shaped end unseats from around the brace locking pin
support bracket as shown (UNLOCKED).
For proper assembly, your basic Pro-Jax Utility Scaffold
must be comprised of 13 individual parts (plus guard
rail panels when required).
Letter Part Qty.
A End Frame 2
B Side Brace 2
C Platform 1
D 5" Caster 4
E 2" Snap Pin 4
C
BA
B
A
E
D
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
BUILDING A ONE FRAME HIGH SCAFFOLD
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FAILURETO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN
PLATFORMCOLLAPSE CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
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Donot use in this position
Workposition
1.Check to be sure brace locking pin is fully
engagedintoframe leg.
2.Push in and rotate Saf-T-Lok
TM
counter
clockwiseuntil U-shaped end clears the
bracelocking pin support bracket as
shown(LOCKED).
3.To release, push in and rotate Saf-T-Lok
TM
clockwiseuntil U-shaped end unseats from
aroundthe brace locking pin support
bracketas shown (UNLOCKED).
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WARNING
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PatentsPending
FAILURETO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN
PLATFORMCOLLAPSE CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
ENGAGED DISENGAGED
Donot use in this position
Workposition
1.Check to be sure brace locking pin is fully
engagedintoframe leg.
2.Push in and rotate Saf-T-Lok
TM
counter
clockwiseuntil U-shaped end clears the
bracelocking pin support bracket as
shown(LOCKED).
3.To release, push in and rotate Saf-T-Lok
TM
clockwiseuntil U-shaped end unseats from
aroundthe brace locking pin support
bracketas shown (UNLOCKED).

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STEP THREE — Install platform C on side
braces Bso that platform is fully seated within
inner channel on top of side braces.
STEP FOUR — Rotate the platform clips
into the engaged position.
PUSH
DISENGAGED
ENGAGED
STEP SIX — (When recommended or required) When platform height exceeds 4 ft., guard
railing is recommended, but is not required. However, OSHA requires guard rails for all platforms
10 ft. or higher. Install each guard rail panel (2 required) into sockets in side braces Band secure
with lock pin. Be sure that guard rail gate swings inward over the platform.
GUARD RAIL SOCKET
IN SIDE BRACE
STEP FIVE — Install 4 casters Dinto legs of end frames Aand pin with snap pins E. Set brake
on each caster.
GUARD RAIL LEG
SIDE BRACE
PLATFORM CHANNEL
• Recheck all side brace lock pins for full engagement and that the Saf-T-
Lok™ is in the locked position before accessing platform.
• Recheck platform to be sure it is properly seated within side brace channel
and the platform clips are fully engaged before accessing.
• When accessing platform, climb over top of end frame ladder — do not
swing around side of end frame.
WARNING
WARNING
Guard rail must be installed so that gate swings inward over platform. Failure
to install guard rail properly may result in serious injury or death!
Unique design allows the guard railing to stay at the platform level at all times.
Guard railing does not fit on the frame but in the sockets on the platform brace.
GUARD RAILPANEL
Panel Guard - 1 unit shown
(2 required per work level)

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STACKING PRO-JAX UNITS FOR ADDITIONAL HEIGHT
According to OSHA, all scaffolds must be restrained from tipping. This can be accomplished in one
of three ways:
1. For free standing scaffolds, the maximum platform height must not exceed 3 times* the
narrowest base dimension.
2. Guying the scaffold.
3. Tying the scaffold to a wall or other solid structure.
*FederalOSHAallowsamaximumplatformheightof4timesthenarrowestbasedimension. However, bil-jax recommends
that the maximum height be limited to 3 times the narrowest base dimension on all Pro-Jax utility scaffolds.
When additional platform height is required on a free standing scaffold, outriggers may be used to
extend the base dimensions. bil-jax has two different size outriggers available for use with Pro-Jax
units. Narrow outriggers (18") are for use with two frame high scaffolds and wide outriggers (46") are
for use with three frame high scaffolds.
WARNING
Whenever Pro-Jax units are stacked, outriggers are required! Do not use a
Pro-Jax utility scaffold over 1 frame high without outriggers. Failure to use
outriggers will make scaffold more likely to tip over causing serious injury
or death!!
BUILDING A TWO FRAME HIGH SCAFFOLD
Top View
Outrigger Frame
Side View
Outrigger
Tighten
Securely
Frame
Leg
STEP THREE — Clamp outrigger to end frame at a 90
°
angle to the side brace.
Tighten clamp securely. Clamp must be flush against scaffold leg and casters must be
in contact with the surface.
STEP ONE — Erect the base
unit (one frame high scaffold) by
following the previous instruction.
STEP TWO — Install casters into all four
(4) outriggers and secure with snap pin
provided with each caster. Set caster brake.
If the platform height needed is between 6' and 11' 6", it will be necessary to install narrow (18")
outriggers and a second scaffold level prior to use.
STEP FOUR — Add
second scaffold level by
stacking end frame over
insert pins in top of base
unit end frames. Secure
in place with snap pins.
STEP FIVE — Install side
braces (minimum two), platform,
and guard railing at desired
height per the previous
instructions (Building a One
Frame High Scaffold).

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ADDITIONAL COMPONENT AVAILABLE
DISMANTLING NOTES
ASADAPTED FROM THE
SCAFFOLDING, SHORING & FORMING INSTITUTE (SSFI)
The work of dismantling scaffolding should be under the supervision of an individual with proper
experience and aptitude (competent person). The following should be observed while dismantling.
1. It shall be the responsibility of employees to read and comply with the following common sense
guidelineswhich aredesignedtopromotesafety inthe dismantlingofscaffolding. Theseguidelines
do not purport to be all inclusive nor supplant or replace other additional safety and precautionary
measures that may be necessary to cover usual or unusual conditions.
2. Check to see if scaffold has been structurally altered in any way which would make it unsafe; and,
if so, reconstruct where necessary before commencing with the dismantling procedures.
3. Dismantle scaffold from the top down. Begin by removing all accessories from that section being
dismantled at the time.
4. On stacked scaffolds do not remove ties and braces until dismantling has reached the section to
which they are attached.
5. Always work within the inside of the scaffolding.
6. When moving up or down the scaffold do not climb on ties, braces or unbraced components.
Climb over the top of the end frame. Do not swing around outside of the end frame.
7. Be sure that area below is clear of personnel not involved in the dismantling and is secured
against unauthorized access.
8. Lower scaffold components in a safe manner as they are dismantled. Avoid dropping or throwing
the components as this could result in injury to personnel below, or damage to the equipment.
9. Use energy absorbing lanyards and full body harness when feasible.
71"
WIDE BASE EXTENSION
INSTALLATION OF WIDE BASE EXTENSION — Install by
inserting base frame into vertical channels of wide base extension. Pin into
place with snap pins.

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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
For Pro-Jax Utility Scaffold Components
Thefollowingrecommendations for maintenanceare generalized andnot intendedto cover everyspecific situation
or component. Safe Practices and common sense should be followed at all times. In case of doubt as to the best
maintenance procedures to follow, please contact your bil-jax scaffold supplier.
IMPORTANT
1. SCAFFOLDING EQUIPMENT SHOULD NOT BE ALTERED OR MODIFIED FROM ITS ORIGINAL
CONFIGURATION WITHOUT CONSULTATION WITH THE MANUFACTURER. EQUIPMENT
WHICH IS DAMAGED OR BECOMES DAMAGED DURING USE, HANDLING, OR SHIPPING
SHOULD BE SETASIDE AND NOT USED.
2. PERTINENT OSHA REGULATION CFR 1926.451(a) (8) states: "Any scaffold including accessories
such as arm braces, screw legs, ladders, brackets, etc. damaged or weakened from any cause shall
be immediately repaired or replaced."
3. ANY SCAFFOLDING WILL BE HANDLED BY NUMEROUS PARTIES after it leaves the manufacturer/
supplier. The ultimate responsibility of avoiding the use of damaged equipment rests with the final
user who has custody of it. Avoidance of hardship or inconvenience never justifies the use of
damaged scaffolding equipment, which may result in severe injuries to personnel using such scaffolds.
4. Always read and follow Scaffolding Safety Rules accompanying these instructions or separately
available at your request.
G. Platforms with bent, missing or broken edge
protection, support braces, or damaged
plywood.
H. Casters with missing or damaged braking
mechanism, damaged or loose wheels,
axles, or stems.
I. EXCESSIVE RUST - (also see para. (J)
under "Other Considerations"). The
strength of excessively rusted components
is not known.
J. End frames or other components with
broken welds, missing parts, or which are
bent, bowed, or out of alignment. Replace
missing parts before use (see note (G)
following).
K. Paint surfaces which are cracked and/or
show areas where the paint has "crazed";
such signs may indicate prior damage and
subsequent straightening. Such damage
may also have overstressed the metal and
weakened it.
EQUIPMENT WITH THE FOLLOWING OR OTHER TYPES OF DAMAGE, SHOULD NOT BE USED UNTIL
PROPERLY REPAIRED, OR REPLACED. CHECK ALL COMPONENTS FOR:
VISUAL INSPECTION
(Continued on next page)
A. Straightness of members.
B. Welds that appear excessively rusty.
C. Broken welds or cracks at or adjacent to a
weld - sometimes discernible as a thin rust
line.
D. Cracks around part or all the circumference
of tube members, not necessarily at a weld
site. Rust line may be a visual "telltale."
E. Tubular members that are crushed, flattened
or kinked. End frame, arm braces, and other
members having this kind of damage may no
longer be able to support their intended
design loads.
F. Arm braces with broken or cracked welds,
distorted shape or with broken or deformed
U-channel. Arm braces with damaged or
inoperable lock mechanisms including
broken spring. Arm braces immediately
support platforms and personnel and must
always be checked very carefully. If in
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A. RUST. Some rusting of steel components is
normal over a period of time, especially in
areas where paint has been scraped off due
to normal use and handling.
B. EXCESSIVE RUST - evidenced by pitting,
flaking or powdering to the touch indicated
that some of the parent metal has been
eaten away. Such components are of
uncertain strength and should not be used.
C. Certain types of atmospheric contamination,
such as from salt water, power plants, paper
pulp mills, petrochemical and copper or
similar processing plants may severely
corrode steel after relatively short exposures.
Such corrosion may appear to be rust but is
often of a brighter or different color than
normal. Equipment of an unusual color, all
over or in parts, must be checked for
chemical corrosion or contamination. It is
dangerous to continue to use such corroded
components.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
NOTE: ALL WELDING MUST BE DONE BY CERTIFIED WELDERS ONLY!
areas will usually rust more quickly than the
surrounding painted areas. Worn or old
paint still provides some protection.
F. When replacing broken weldments, lock
pins, springs, and other missing parts,
always use the proper parts obtained from
the original manufacturer/supplier or
authorized agent. Substitution of other parts
or makeshift devices may impair the fit with
other components and may create user-
hazards.
G. End frames and other major components
that are more than 2" out of line are
generally beyond straightening.
Components which are difficult or impossible
to connect together may be slightly bent,
bowed, or racked out of line, and should be
straightened before reusing. NEVER
FORCE COMPONENTS TO MAKE THEM
FIT!
REMEDIES AND REPAIRS
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES (CONTINUED)
D. Equipment exposed to fire or undue heat
may exhibit a gray, or smoke-blackened
appearance combined with possible
blistering paint. Such heat generally affects
the strength of the material and makes it
dangerous to continue its use.
E. Heat or corrosion-damaged equipment is of
uncertain strength, which may only be
determinable by destructive testing of all
equipment suspected of being so damaged.
EQUIPMENT SUBJECT TO DESTRUCTIVE
TESTS CANNOT BE RETURNED TO
SERVICE.
F. The performance of all equipment is
improved by regular maintenance, such as
removal of plaster and other construction
materials, lubrication as appropriate and
painting periodically. If repainted, dipping or
spraying by a method which assures that the
paint gets to the inside of tubular members
is recommended. Always thoroughly inspect
for cracks and other damage before
repainting.
A. Bent or distorted members may be cold
straightened only - NEVER USE HEAT TO
STRAIGHTEN SCAFFOLDING
COMPONENTS. After straightening, inspect
the metal for developed cracks; if it still
shows kinks or depressions, it has been
weakened at that point and should not be
used until repaired, if repairs are possible.
B. Broken welds at tubular or other joints may
be repaired. The entire weld around the joint
must be repaired - not merely the broken
portion.
C. Splits along original seams of tubes may be
rewelded if they do not extend more than 1-1/
2" along their seams.
D. Cracks around part or all the circumference
of a tube may never be repaired by welding.
Do not use components with this type of
damage.
E. After rewelding, smooth the weld, remove the
scale, clean the surrounding heat-affected
zone, and repaint the whole area. Rewelded

SCAFFOLDING SAFETY RULES
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SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT FROM IMPROPER ERECTION OR USE of scaffolding equipment.
Erectors and users must be familiar with and follow safe practice and the Safety Rules contained herein. These
Safety Rules cover generalized situations only and do not purport to be all-inclusive, nor to supplant or replace other
additional safety and precautionary measures that may be necessary to cover the many usual or unusual specific
conditionsencountered during installation,use andremoval. The Rulesarenot intended toconflictwith, or supersede
the requirements of OSHAor any other governmental regulations, codes and ordinances; the user must refer to and
comply with all such specific provisions of law.
A. FOLLOW SAFE PRACTICE, THE SAFETY
RULES AND COMPLY WITH OSHA and all
other federal, state and local regulations,
codes and ordinances pertaining to
scaffolding during any use of the equipment.
B. THE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS NATURE
OF SCAFFOLDING ERECTION WORK
makes it important that all personnel
assigned to this work be instructed in these
Safety Rules, safe practices and procedures
and be under the supervision of an
experienced and knowledgeable person.
Assure that these Safety Rules are posted
conspicuously and that all persons erecting
and using the scaffold are aware of and
follow them.
C. REPORT ANY UNSAFE CONDITIONS TO
SUPERVISORS. Do not work or allow
persons to work on scaffolds when sick or
suffering from dizziness, unsteadiness or
other physical symptoms which could affect
their ability to work safely.
D. INSPECT ALL EQUIPMENT BEFORE
USING. Never use any equipment which is
damaged, defective or deteriorated in any
way.
E. INSPECT ERECTED SCAFFOLD
FREQUENTLY and be sure that they are
maintained in safe condition, that scaffold
connections have not become loosened and
that components have not been improperly
released or removed.
F. MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT IN GOOD
REPAIR. Never use corroded or excessively
rusted equipment; the strength of such
equipment is not known.
G. CONSULT YOUR SCAFFOLDING
SUPPLIER WHEN IN DOUBT. NEVER
TAKE CHANCES.
H. ALWAYS READ THESE SAFETY RULES in
conjunction with the safety packet
accompanying them or separately available
from bil-jax scaffold upon request.
1. ALWAYS SUPPORT SCAFFOLDS FROM A
SOUND, STABLE SURFACE and assure that
it is adequate to support the intended scaffold
loads. Never support scaffolds on unstable,
loose objects which could tip, break or
become dislodged.
2. LIFT AND LOWER COMPONENTS
CAREFULLY AND SAFELY; use tag lines
when appropriate to the handling method.
Never allow excessive quantities of
components to be stockpiled on partially
complete scaffolds. Stock only sufficient
components consistent with the progress of
the work. Lower dismantled components as
soon as possible. Never drop components
deliberately.
3. THE TYING OF THE SCAFFOLD TO THE
STRUCTURE IS OF GREAT IMPORTANCE
TO the stability and safety of the scaffold.
Assure that the structure to which the
scaffold is tied or anchored is capable of
safely supporting all loads imposed by the
scaffold.
4. FREE STANDING SCAFFOLDS other than
wall scaffolds must be restrained from tipping
by guying or other means or otherwise
stabilized as appropriate, recognizing that
stability is essential to the safety of the
scaffold.
5. INSTALL GUARDRAILS, MID-RAILS,AND
TOEBOARDS at all openings, open sides
and ends of every work platform when
recommended or required.
6. NEVER USE LADDERS OR MAKESHIFT
DEVICES on tops of scaffold to increase the
height. Never place plank on or stand on
guardrails and mid-rails.
7.POWER LINES NEAR SCAFFOLDS ARE
DANGEROUS. Use extreme caution and
consult the power service company to have
the lines de-energized, insulated or otherwise
rendered safe. Never allow any installation
or use of scaffolds until this is done.
REFER TO AND COMPLY WITH ALLOWABLE LOAD DATA SHOWN ON PAGE 3.

125 Taylor Parkway • Archbold, OH 43502-9309
Phone: [phone]
8.WHEN ANY CANTILEVERS ARE USED, such
as brackets, etc., proper care and precautions
must be taken to prevent tipping of the scaffold.
9.FOR ROLLING SCAFFOLDS FOLLOW
THESE ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES:
a. Never ride rolling scaffolds.
b. Remove all materials and equipment from
the scaffold before moving.
c. Lock caster brakes at all times the scaffold is
not being moved.
d. Do not attempt to move rolling scaffolds
without sufficient help and roll on level
surfaces only. Watch out for holes or floor
obstructions and for overhead obstructions,
including power lines, energized craneways,
and other hazards.
e. The maximum platform height of a rolling
scaffold must not exceed four (4) times the
narrowest dimension. Check local State/
OSHA Regulations for other height/base
limitations such as 3:1 in CA,OH, OR, MT
and ME; 3.5:1 in WA. Comply with these
regulations by appropriately widening and/or
lengthening the scaffold at the lower levels
so that the above proportions are not
exceeded. If the base dimensions cannot be
increased, extreme care must be taken to
secure the scaffold from tipping; it must be
guyed, or tied to a solid structure and
maintained in a stabilized condition at all
times so that it cannot tip over while
supporting persons, while being moved or
while being erected or dismantled.
f. Apply pulling or pushing forces at the bottom
end frames and as close to the scaffold base
as possible. Never attempt to move scaffold
from on top.
g. If rolling scaffolds are used outdoors, care
must be taken to assure that they cannot
become unstable due to wind or other
conditions.
10. DO NOT OVERLOAD SCAFFOLDS. Refer to
and do not exceed the scaffold load data shown
on page 3. For further information relative to
specific scaffold installations that do not fall
within this data, consult your bil-jax supplier.
11. BECAUSE OF DIFFERENCES IN DESIGN
AND FIT, do not intermingle scaffold
components of different manufacture.
REFER TO AND COMPLY WITH ALLOWABLE LOAD DATA SHOWN ON PAGE 3.
© Bil-Jax, Inc. 2004
Printed in the USA Part# LL-204-75 Rev. 2/2002