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General RequirementsGrade or ground beams are usually the first part of wall forming. The rebar dowels protrude abovethe beam so that the rebar can be attached tothe wall. Protection must be provided to prevent workers from being injured by or impaled on thedowels.

After the wall forms have been installed, laddersand work platforms must be used to provide safe

access to and around the formwork.Stripping of the formwork should be done in anorganized way that eliminates hazards such astripping and nail punctures. For example, nailsshould be removed or bent as the stripping takesplace.

Formwork bracket scaffolding may be used onwall forms for light-duty work.

This form of protection will prevent injuries other than impalement.

This form of protection will prevent impalement.

This type of light-duty formwork bracket can be built using either single or double waler systems.

Stud

Waler

Tie

16 mm ( 5 8 in.)plywood gussets(both sides)

2" x 4"

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