FTG-05
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- Joined
- Jan 7, 2011
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- Location
- TN
- Tractor
- Kubota L4330 GST w/FEL, Kubota RTV-XG850, Kubota ZD326S
I use the FEL as scaffolding all the time. It works great. Anyone who would rather set up scaffolding by themselves on an outdoor project is crazy. I used this setup for my roofing repair and to pressure wash the whole house. When it warms up I値l use it again to paint the house. Good luck lifting bags of shingles to the roof with scaffolding and making 5 second height changes. People like to focus on the very minor chance of a lift hose blowing while ignoring the chance of falling off the ladder. View attachment 535860
Same here!
Safety vs. using a ladder to work off of: Not even close.
Pics tell the story:
$25, IBC container with container removed and 1 minute with a sawzall:
You still have to use a ladder, but at least you have something to grab onto while going up and down. Note the 2x4 vertical support. Usually I use a 4x4 but it didn't fit in this situation. Being able to either support the platform or lock the cylinders is important and this is where most of the safety nazi's go nuts on.
Note the tool box; that way you can bring all of your supplies and tools and it's very handily available and totally safe. No dragging crap up and down ladders. Also note the anti-skid rubber mat; reduces the chance of slipping or tripping. Even if you do, the cage protects you falling off the platform.
The only real downside to using a work platform off a tractor is if you can't get a tractor where you need to work (inside a building, a roof over a patio etc.)
I hope this helps!
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