# Access & Scaffold

## Questions

### Are your Scaffolders certified?

Yes they are, all our scaffolders hold an NZ / AU recognised National Certificate in Advanced Scaffolding from [Tai Poutini Polytechnic](http://www.tppweb.ac.nz/).

### I need custom scaffolding for specialist projects are you able to help me plan this?

Yes we can, please [contact us](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/locations.md) or talk to one of our customer service staff who can suggest what would be best for your project, and can organise a site visit to help you out.

### Can I hire the scaffolding from you and put it up myself?

Yes, you can erect a mobile scaffolding up to the height of 5 metres before being certified. If you require scaffolding for more than 5metres high, our certified scaffolders will be more than happy to help you out.

### Is delivery included in Hire?

No, we offer delivery as an additional service. Price will be given on application.

### What safety checks are done when putting up the scaffolding?

Hirepool takes safety very seriously. Your site will be checked for things such as power lines, ground level and any other obstacles or situations that would make it unsafe to erect the scaffold. In addition all scaffolding will be put up by trained professionals.

### Do you give a discount for long term hire?

Yes we do. If you need our access machines or scaffolding for a long period of time please [contact one of our branches](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/locations.md) who will be happy to accommodate your needs.

### Do you provide training for your access equipment?

Yes, we do basic training on all machines at the beginning of hire.

For more extensive training we offer the Silvercard (HIANZ) EWP training. This is as it ensures you are in compliance with the requirements of the health and safety legislation in New Zealand.

### Do I need a license to operate your EWPs (Elevating Work Platforms)?

While it is not required by law in NZ we strongly advise that you do have one. On many commercial sites a license will be required to meet with safety guidelines.

### Can we pick up a Boom lift or Scissor lift ourselves?

Most of our machines require transport on a truck and therefore we recommend delivery. Our cherry pickers and small mast lifts are towable.

### Is someone able to come and look at our site to advise the correct machine/s for the job?

Yes, we offer this service free of charge. Please [contact us](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/locations.md) or give your [local branch](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/locations.md) a call.

Source: https://www.hirepool.co.nz/help/access-scaffold