Terms & Conditions

Standard Scaffolding Limited – Terms & Conditions

Within these Terms and Conditions, the following definitions shall apply:    

‘SSL’ – Shall mean SSL Standard Scaffolding Ltd.

‘Client’ – Shall mean the person, partnership, company or organisation named within the SSL Quotation. ‘Site’ – Shall mean the site or property identified within SSL Quotation.

‘The Project’ – Shall mean the work to be carried out by SSL at the Site within the SSL Quotation.

1. The scaffolding will be on hire for a period of 5 weeks commencing upon completion of the installation. If the scaffold remains on hire after this period, additional hire charges shall apply at a rate of 6.88% of the original quotation value per week (or part thereof). Additional hire charges shall continue until SSL has been notified that the scaffold is no longer required and SSL has had reasonable opportunity to dismantle and remove the scaffold. Continued hire is subject to equipment availability and remains entirely at the discretion of SSL.
2. Any alterations to the scaffold may only be done by a competent qualified person who works for SSL. It is strictly prohibited that any other person tampers with the scaffolding as this will void the public liability insurance.
3. Roof Saddles (for chimney stacks, dormer windows, etc) or bridges over tiled roofs. When it’s setting out the scaffolding on top of a tiled/ slate roof please be aware that breakages may occur. SSL operatives will do their best to keep this to a minimum but unfortunately most of the time it is unavoidable. SSL will not be held financially responsible for replacing broken tiles/slates, however our operatives will be happy to install any replacement tiles/slates that you provide with you during the dismantling process, only if it is safe to do so.
4. When working in proximity to solar panels, SSL will take all reasonable precautions to avoid damage. However, SSL shall not be held liable for any damage that may occur to solar panels during the course of the works.
5. Cutting/damaging of equipment. The cutting or damaging of SSL’s scaffolding equipment is strictly prohibited. If at any point we discover that our equipment has been cut or damaged, you will be invoiced for the full retail value + VAT of the item in question. We also retain the right to keep the cut items.
6. Once scaffolding and other equipment supplied by SSL arrives and is erected at the Site, the cost arising from any damage caused to the equipment by any other party not associated with SSL shall be chargeable to the Client. (This does not apply to reasonable wear and tear).
7. The Client shall be liable for any scaffolding or other equipment supplied by SSL and on hire, which is stolen or unlawfully removed from the Site
8. All scaffolding and other equipment supplied by SSL in relation to the Project is on a hire basis and shall therefore at all times remain the property of SSL
9. Any alterations, additions or adaptations requested by the Client, or made necessary by changes to the works after erection of the scaffold, which are not included within the original SSL Quotation, shall be treated as variations and will be subject to additional charges.
10. SSL will ensure that all structures are sound and constructed for the purpose required by the Client and comply with all applicable Statutory Regulations. The Client is responsible to ensure any modifications or adaptions are only made by SSL. SSL shall not be liable for any damage or injury caused resulting from modifications or adaptions made by any other parties other than SSL.
11. The SSL Quotation will state the hire period included in the costs and any extra hire will be charged on a weekly basis with an amount agreed by both the Client and SSL.
12. It is the responsibility of the Client to ensure all personnel working on the equipment supplied by SSL are adequately trained and skilled to do so. SSL shall not be responsible for any injuries/damage sustained or caused by any personnel other than SSL personnel.
13. SSL will ensure that all structures are sound and constructed for the purpose required by the Client and comply with all applicable Statutory Regulations. However, SSL shall not be responsible for any damage caused or injury sustained as a result of overloading, misuse, alteration or unreasonable stresses of scaffolding not specified in the Hand Over Certificate signed by SSL.
14. Payment terms are 30 days from date of invoice unless otherwise agreed with SSL.
15. The Client grants an irrevocable licence to SSL to enter onto the Site at any time for the purpose of collecting scaffolding and any other equipment supplied for the Project. In the event that the Client, or any associated company, enters administration or bankruptcy—whether voluntary or involuntary—SSL shall have full permission to enter any locked or unlocked premises as necessary to recover all materials and equipment supplied in relation to the Project. SSL reserves the right to recover its equipment immediately upon expiry of the agreed hire period or where these Terms and Conditions have been breached.
16. Scaff tags are a chargeable optional service used for 7-day or after any adverse weather inspections. If the client does not take up this service, it is the scaffold user’s/hirer’s responsibility to ensure that all scaffolding has been inspected by a competent person once the scaffold has been handed over. SSL accepts no liability for inspections or maintenance after handover.
17. All tie holes created during the erection of scaffolding shall be made good by others upon completion of the works. SSL accepts no responsibility for reinstatement or repair of tie holes.
18. All invoices are payable within 30 days of the invoice date unless otherwise agreed in writing by SSL. Failure to comply with these terms will result in interest. Failure to comply with these terms will result in interest being charged on the outstanding balance at Bank of England Base Rate plus 4%, together with any reasonable legal costs, debt recovery fees and associated expenses incurred by SSL in recovering the outstanding debt.
19. Where scaffolding is erected in the vicinity of satellite dishes, aerials, or similar equipment, the presence of the scaffold may affect signal reception. Any loss or interruption of reception shall be the responsibility of the Main Contractor or the property owner. Such interference shall not be deemed damage or a fault attributable to SSL.
20. Where any equipment is hired or provided for use on the Site, including but not limited to hoists, generators, scaffolding, lighting, alarms, and fencing, such equipment shall be used entirely at the risk of the contractor utilising it. The contractor using the equipment shall be solely responsible for its care and security and shall be liable for the cost of repair or replacement in the event of loss or damage.
21. Where a hoist is installed or utilised as part of the scaffold works, the electrical power supply required for the operation of the hoist shall be provided by others / the Main Contractor, unless otherwise agreed in writing prior to commencement of works.
22. Where a scaffold design is required, the quotation provided is subject to the completion and review of the scaffold design. Should the design identify additional requirements, including but not limited to increased scaffold quantities, Monoflex sheeting, kentledge, buttressing, additional ties, or any other design-specific measures, Standard Scaffolding Ltd reserves the right to revise the quotation accordingly. Any additional costs will be advised to the Client before the commencement of the works.
23. Upon issue of the Scaffold Handover Certificate and/or Scafftag, full responsibility for the scaffold, including its safe use, security, protection against theft, vandalism, unauthorised access, overloading and damage, transfers to the Hirer/Main Contractor. Site security remains the sole responsibility of the Hirer/Main Contractor. Any scaffold materials, fittings or equipment lost or stolen following handover shall be charged to the Hirer/Main Contractor at the full replacement cost (new-for-old) applicable at the time of replacement.
24. The Client shall ensure that the ground and supporting structure upon which the scaffold is erected are suitable to support the imposed loads. SSL accepts no responsibility for settlement, subsidence or movement arising from unsuitable ground conditions or concealed services.
25. Where SSL is delayed or prevented from carrying out works due to restricted access, incomplete preceding works, instructions from the Client, weather conditions or circumstances beyond SSL’s control, SSL reserves the right to recover any additional labour, transport, waiting time and remobilisation costs incurred.
26. Vehicles should be removed from the working area wherever possible. SSL accepts no liability for accidental damage to vehicles that remain within the working area after reasonable notice has been given.
27. SSL shall not be liable for any delay or failure to perform its obligations due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to severe weather, industrial action, fire, flood, acts of God, material shortages or government restrictions. Loading bays shall only be loaded to the stated Safe Working Load (SWL). The Client/Hirer shall ensure that all users are made aware of the applicable loading restrictions.
28. Unless otherwise stated on the Scaffold Handover Certificate or scaffold design, scaffolds are intended for access purposes only and shall not be used for the storage of materials. Loading bays shall only be loaded to the stated Safe Working Load (SWL). Any damage, movement or failure arising from overloading shall be the responsibility of the Hirer/Main Contractor.
29. SSL reserves the right to suspend or cease works immediately where site conditions are considered unsafe, where operatives are exposed to unacceptable risks, or where the Client fails to comply with health and safety requirements. Any additional costs incurred as a result of such suspension shall be chargeable to the Client..

Health and safety: All our work will comply with the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and we will abide by all the regulations set out by our governing body the NASC. Code of conduct: all our operatives will adhere to our strict code of conduct including good manners, no bad language and they will be helpful and polite. Risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) and NASC TG20:21 Compliance Sheets are available upon acceptance of this quotation if requested.

By accepting a Quotation or instructing SSL to commence work, the Client confirms acceptance of these Terms and Conditions in full. These Terms and Conditions shall take precedence over any alternative terms put forward by the Client. The Company reserves the right to amend or update these Terms & Conditions at any time. The most current version of the Terms & Conditions shall always be available on the Company website and shall supersede and succeed any previous versions issued. It is the responsibility of the Client to ensure they are referring to the latest version.