What is scaffoldings? State any two types of it with their function. | Building Construction

Scaffolding:

It is temporary structure given to the building when the height of wall or other structural member is more than 1.5m for construction, repair or dismantling purpose.   
Type of scaffolding :- 
1. Brick – Layers scaffolding or single scaffolding: It is used for brick laying
2. Masons scaffolding or double scaffolding: It is used in case of stone masonry because it is very difficult to make holes into the wall. 
3. Needle scaffolding or cantilever scaffolding: It is generally used if a) Ground is weak to support the standards. b) Constitution is done in busy street or road or over crowded area. 
4. Steel scaffolding: Quick erecting Usable for more height 
5. Trestle scaffolding: It is used for painting of repair works inside the room.
6. Suspended scaffolding: It is used for repair works such as pointing, washing, painting etc.

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