How to Assemble Tube & Clamp Scaffolding | Union Carpenter Training

In this video, scaffold instructors James Bondoc & James "Wolf" Fells from Nor Cal Carpenters Training walk through the step-by-step process of assembling tube & clamp scaffolding, explaining not only how to build it, but why each step matters. The instructors emphasize jobsite safety, correct sequencing, and best practices that apprentices are expected to know in the field. Topics covered include: Tube & Clamp scaffold components and terminology Base setup and leveling procedures Proper placement of standards, ledgers, and diagonals Platform installation and access considerations Tie-offs, bracing, and stability requirements Common mistakes apprentices should avoid Critical safety precautions and jobsite awareness This training is intended to support apprenticeship education, reinforce classroom instruction, and promote safe, professional scaffold practices on the jobsite. ⚠️ Safety Notice: Scaffolding must always be erected, altered, and dismantled by trained personnel and in accordance with applicable OSHA regulations, local codes, and employer safety policies. 📍 Nor Cal Carpenters Training 🎓 Apprentice Education | Skill Development | Jobsite Safety