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In Washington State, L&I (Department of Labor & Industries) calls the shots. For General Contractors in the Puget Sound, knowing WAC 296-874—the code dedicated to Scaffolds—isn’t just legal homework; it’s survival. With Seattle’s construction boom, L&I inspectors are everywhere. Adhering to these standards is the only way to avoid heavy fines, project shutdowns («red tags»), and workplace injuries. This guide breaks down the code and how it affects your...

Bellevue’s skyline is growing up. As the city evolves into a dense metropolitan hub, maintenance projects are shifting vertically. This case study looks at a recent 25-story glazing retrofit in downtown Bellevue, showing why suspended access systems (swing stages) are often the only viable solution for high-rise work. Suspended swing stage scaffolding on a high-rise building for glazing work The Challenge: Access Without Obstruction The project involved...