What is one type of edge protection used on a scaffold?

Hand rails are an essential type of edge protection used on scaffolds, serving to prevent falls and enhance safety for workers operating at elevated heights. They provide a physical barrier that helps ensure stability and security when individuals are working or moving around on the scaffold platform. Proper installation of hand rails is critical as they must meet specific safety standards to effectively reduce the risk of accidents. By creating an additional layer of protection around the edges of the scaffold, hand rails significantly contribute to a safe working environment.

Other options, while they may serve different purposes in construction or scaffolding, do not provide the same direct edge protection as hand rails do.