Scaffolds on job sites in Saratoga County must comply with OSHA standards and NY Labor Law 240 (Scaffold Law). Building permits required for structures over 6 feet. Guardrails, toeboards, and proper base plates mandatory.
Commercial and residential construction projects follow NYS Industrial Code Rule 23. Scaffolds over 40 feet require engineered drawings. Sidewalk sheds needed when work occurs above pedestrian routes. Public Works Department inspects municipal-adjacent setups. Contact Saratoga County at (518) 885-5381 for enforcement.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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