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LP® LVL H42 SCAFFOLD PLANK
STANDARD AND
CUSTOM LENGTHS
PRODUCT
NAME
LP LOGO
PRODUCTION
DATE
VERIFICATION
OF PROOF TEST
INDEPENDENT
INSPECTION AGENCY
& MILL NUMBER
OSHA STAMP
indicates conformance to
standards (or requirements)
OPTIONAL
CUSTOMER
NAME EMBOSS
END SEALER
retards moisture
penetration
LP LVL
H42 Scaffold Plank User Guide
VALUE-ADDED SCAFFOLD PLANK
To ensure strength and consistency, LP maintains strict quality
Introducing the LP LVL H42 Scaffold Plank, our latest value-added
control standards and performance testing. LP LVL H42 Scaffold
industrial solution for today's contractors. LP Laminated Veneer
Planks have been designed to meet OSHA and ANSI requirements in
Lumber (LVL) is a vast improvement over solid wood scaffold planks.
the US and CSA requirements in Canada.
With over a decade of use on job sites all across the country, LP LVL
Scaffold Planks have passed the test of time. Our product design
SAFETY IS OUR TOP PRIORITY
provides consistent, reliable scaffold planks.
LP LVL H42 Scaffold Planks are manufactured to a uniform thickness
to provide a flat working surface which minimizes the chance of
A SAFE INVESTMENT
tripping. Excellent strength and stiffness characteristics produce a
Naturally occurring defects such as knots, irregular grain and splits,
consistent walking surface, without excessive bounce or variation
which weaken solid lumber scaffold planks, are dispersed during the
from plank to plank. Rounded edges make the planks easier and
veneer peeling process. The veneers are ultrasonically and visually
safer to handle by reducing splintering.
graded, then laid in a specific pattern so naturally occurring defects
have no concentrated effect on the plank’s performance. Finally,
THE COST EFFECTIVE ALTERNATIVE
the veneers are bonded together under pressure with waterproof
Some grades of solid wood scaffold planks may be less expensive,
adhesives. A moisture inhibiting end sealer is applied to each plank
but could cost more in the long run. The added expense to rod or pin
to enhance weather protection.
solid planks may offset any initial cost savings. LP LVL H42 Scaffold
Planks are manufactured to last, providing an excellent return on
your investment.
Please verify availability with the LP Engineered Wood Products distributor in your area prior to specifying these products.
LP® LVL H42 SCAFFOLD PLANK
CUSTOMER SERVICE
LP LVL H42 Scaffold Planks are available in standard thickness of 1-5/8". Custom lengths and embossing are available. To ensure safety
and extend the useful life of your planks, follow this User Guide which includes span information, job site instructions and storage
recommendations.
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US
Dry Use Conditions3
Dry Use Conditions3 and 7
Load
Conditions
50 psf
75 psf
1-Person
2-Person
3-Person
Simple Span
1-5/8" x 9-1/2"
1-5/8" x 11-3/4"
11'
9'
11'
8'
6'
11'
9'
12'
9'
6'
2 Equal Span
1-5/8" x 9-1/2"
1-5/8" x 11-3/4"
11'
9'
11'
8'
6'
11'
9'
12'
9'
7'
Wet Use Conditions4 and 7
Load
Conditions
50 psf
75 psf
1-Person
2-Person
3-Person
1-5/8" x 9-1/2"
1-5/8" x 11-3/4"
50 psf
75 psf
500 lbs
Workers & Tools (25 psf + 250 plf)
Workers & Materials (75 psf + 265 plf)
10'
8'
6'
9'
7'
10'
8'
7'
9'
7'
Load Conditions
1-5/8" x 9-1/2"
1-5/8" x 11-3/4"
50 psf
75 psf
500 lbs
Workers & Tools (25 psf + 250 plf)
Workers & Materials (75 psf + 265 plf)
9'
8'
5'
8'
6'
9'
8'
6'
8'
6'
Wet Use Conditions4
Simple Span
1-5/8" x 9-1/2"
1-5/8" x 11-3/4"
10'
9'
9'
8'
5'
Load Conditions
10'
9'
11'
9'
6'
2 Equal Span
1-5/8" x 9-1/2"
1-5/8" x 11-3/4"
10'
9'
10'
7'
5'
10'
9'
12'
9'
6'
GENERAL NOTES FOR CANADIAN TABLES:
GENERAL NOTES FOR US TABLES:
1. Spans are from center to center of scaffold supports.
2. The weight of the plank is excluded from deflection calculations and included in other calculations.
3. Dry use conditions are suitable for use in an environment where the moisture content of the
planks will not exceed 16%.
4. Wet use conditions should be used in an environment where the moisture content of the planks
is expected to exceed 16%.
5. The spans shown are for standard frame sizes. For conditions other than listed, contact LP for
assistance.
6. Proper selection of scaffold planks shall be based on the most severe in-service conditions.
1. Spans are from center to center of scaffold supports.
2. The weight of the plank is excluded from deflection calculations and included in other calculations.
3. Dry use conditions are suitable for use in an environment where the moisture content of the
planks will not exceed 16%.
4. Wet use conditions should be used in an environment where the moisture content of the planks is
expected to exceed 16%.
5. The spans shown are for standard frame sizes. For conditions other than listed, contact LP for
assistance.
6. Proper selection of scaffold planks shall be based on the most severe in-service conditions.
7. For use in California all spans are limited to a max of 10' - 0".
ADDITIONAL NOTES FOR CANADIAN TABLES:
ADDITIONAL NOTES FOR US TABLES:
1. Deflections are limited to L/60 per OSHA requirements.
2. The “Person” load is defined in ANSI A10.8 as a person weighing 200 pounds,
carrying 50 pounds of equipment.
The “1-Person” load is applied at mid-span.
The “2-Person” load is applied with each “person” load placed 18" to either side
of mid-span.
The “3-Person” load is applied with a “person” load at mid-span, and a “person”
load at 18" to either side of mid-span.
1-5/8" LP LVL H42 Scaffold Plank
Design Properties and Specifications
Service
Condition
Dry Use
Wet Use
Design Properties
Per Inch of Width of Plank
Stiffness
Allowable
Allowable
EI x 105
Moment
Shear
(lb-in2)
(lb-in)
(lbs)
6.26
968
157
5.57
842
117
ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Species: Douglas Fir
Adhesive: Waterproof Phenolic
Edges: Eased for easy handling
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1. These span tables are based on criteria specified in CAN/CSA-S269.2 Access
Scaffolding for Construction Purposes.
2. Loading conditions identified as “Workers & Tools” and “Workers & Materials” are
defined in CAN/CSA-S269.2, which stipulates that the vertical load for workers,
materials, and equipment on platforms of access scaffolds shall not be less than
prevailing conditions or these assumed loads.
3. Tabulated spans are based on design values above and a CAN/CSA-S269.2 specified
deflection limitation of L/80.
NOTES:
1. T
he design properties were determined in accordance with ANSI/ASSE A10.8-2001
Safety Requirements for Scaffolding – American National Standard for Construction
and Demolition Operations.
2. The design properties listed are for untreated LP LVL Scaffold Plank in new or
like-new condition.
3. Dry Use design propeties are suitable for use in an environment where the moisture
content of the plank will not exceed 16%.
4. Wet Use design properteis should be used when the moisture content of the planks is
expected to exceed 16%.
5. N
ail, screw and bolt values shall be based on equivalency to Douglas Fir lumber (SG=0.50)
in accordance with the National Design Specification for Wood Construction (NDS) or the
Canadian Standards Association (CSA) O86, Engineering Design in Wood with the following
exceptions: nail withdrawal into the edge grain and bolts or lag screws loaded parallel to the
grain shall be based on Douglas Fir(S) lumber (SG=0.46). Bolts and lag screws shall only be
installed into the wide face of the planks.
LP® LVL H42 SCAFFOLD PLANK
STORAGE AND HANDLING RECOMMENDATIONS
Proper storage and handling will help protect your planks from damage that may reduce their useful life. To help ensure optimal
performance and the longevity of your planks, please carefully read the following handling and visual inspection instructions. Scaffold
planks that have been improperly stored or damaged should be removed from service immediately. Failure to remove improperly stored
or damaged planks from service may result in injury or death.
RECOMMENDED STORAGE METHODS
PROTECT FROM
EXTREME CONDITIONS.
• KEEP SCAFFOLD PLANKS DRY. The strength and performance of a scaffold plank is reduced
by increased moisture content.
• Store planks in a dry, well-ventilated area. Storing in wet or unventilated areas will accelerate
wood decay and plank deterioration. Always allow wet planks to dry quickly by providing proper
air circulation.
• Protect planks from extreme weather conditions, including excessive exposure to water and
temperatures exceeding 150 degrees Fahrenheit. Store planks under roof or under a porous cover
Fig. 1
DO NOT
MISALIGN STICKERS.
that will shed water while allowing moisture to escape. (Fig. 1)
• Keep planks stacked in bundles off the ground and supported by stickers spaced no more than
8' apart between each layer. Be sure to line up the stickers between bundles with the ground
stickers. This will allow for easy forklift access and provide air circulation. Misalignment of the
stickers can damage the planks by creating a bow. (Fig. 2)
• Do not store heavy objects on the planks.
RECOMMENDED HANDLING METHODS
Fig. 2
DO NOT
OVERLOAD PLANKS.
• Do not overload the planks; refer to the span charts for loading capacity. Immediately remove
planks that have been overloaded from service and visually inspect prior to reusing. (Fig. 3)
• Throwing planks from scaffolding may cause damage. A thrown plank should be inspected
and evaluated before reuse. (Fig. 4)
• Do not push or hit bundles of scaffold planks with the fork ends. Stickers should be of thick
enough material to allow forklift handling without causing damage to the planks. (Fig. 5)
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PLANKS SHOULD
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OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
• Do not expose scaffold planks to oxidizing chemicals.
• Do not jump or bounce on the planks; avoid dropping heavy
objects on the planks.
• LP® LVL Scaffold Planks are intended to be used exclusively
as scaffold planks. Other use may cause damage that will
Fig. 4
DO NOT HIT THE PLANKS
WITH THE FORK ENDS.
make the planks unsafe for their intended use.
• LP LVL Scaffold Planks are covered by a limited warranty.
Please visit www.lpcorp.com for full warranty details.
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H42 SCAFFOLD
PLANK
VISUAL INSPECTION AND EVALUATION
LP LVL H42 Scaffold Planks should be thoroughly visually inspected by a qualified person* prior to each use. Visual inspection along
with proper handling and storage are the best means of assuring safe performance of laminated scaffold planks.
Immediately remove damaged scaffold planks from service. Failure to remove planks from service may result in injury or death.
The following pictures detail the most common examples of damage that affect the structural strength of scaffold planks.
RECOGNIZING VISUAL DEFECTS
End Splits - A separation that extends through the plank from face to face. End splits are
Fig. 6
caused by repeated exposure to wet/dry conditions. If an end split exceeds 18," remove the plank
from service. (Fig. 6)
Saw Cuts, Drilled Holes and Notches - Saw cuts across the face or through the edge of the plank, drilled
Fig. 7
holes or notches will reduce the plank’s load carrying capacity. Planks with saw cuts, drilled holes or notches
should be removed from service and inspected by a qualified person*. (Fig. 7)
Edge Splits - A separation of the narrow edge of the plank usually caused by forklift damage.
A diagonal split may be caused by overloading. Probe the split to determine the depth; shallow
Fig. 8
weather checks are acceptable. If an open split is detected, remove the plank from service. (Fig. 8)
Dents, Gouges and Depressions - Dents can indicate internal structural damage. Dropping the plank or
impact from heavy objects on the plank will dent the plank. Remove the plank from service and visually
Fig. 9
inspect the plank before reuse. (Fig. 9)
Face Breaks - Irregular cracks across the face of the scaffold plank. Usually a result of overloading,
face cracks dramatically reduce the strength of the plank. Remove planks with face breaks
from service. (Fig. 10)
Fig. 10
There are other visible signs of damaged planks. These include DISCOLORATION possibly caused by exposure to chemicals, high temperature or decay.
ODOR may also indicate chemical deterioration. SOFT SPONGY WOOD can be caused by chemical exposure or decay. Planks with discoloration, odor or
soft spongy wood should be removed from service to determine the cause of the problem and the effect it will have on the load capacity of the plank.
*QUALIFIED PERSON, as defined in OSHA Safety and Health Standards and by the SIA, means one who, by possession of a recognized degree,
certificate or professional standing or by extensive knowledge, training and experience, has successfully demonstrated the ability to solve or resolve
problems relating to the subject matter, the work or the project.
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