National Scaffolding Week 2025 has been officially launched, highlighting the people, skills and contribution of the scaffolding industry to the UK construction sector.

Led by the Scaffolding Association, the week-long campaign aims to recognize the essential role scaffolding plays in keeping projects safe and on track, while promoting the professionalism and diversity that defines the trade.

Robert Candy, chief executive of the Scaffolding Association, said the initiative aims to give credit to the workforce that supports almost every construction project in the country.

He said scaffolding “provides access, safety and support that enables others to work effectively and without risk,” and praised the dedication of companies and workers across the sector to maintaining high standards and a strong safety culture.

“This is an opportunity to highlight the people and companies who make our industry what it is – skilled, professional and essential.” Mr. Candy said. “National Scaffolding Week is not just about our members, it is also about recognizing and celebrating the entire scaffolding community.”

Topics for 2025

The 2025 campaign will run over five themed days, each highlighting a different part of the industry:

Day 1 – Why scaffolding is important: Emphasize the importance of scaffolding to the built environment and the people behind it.
Day 2 – Physical health and well-being: Encourage safe and healthy practices on site, including hydration, sun safety and working in challenging conditions.
Day 3 – Roads to the scaffolding: Explore career paths in the trade, from apprenticeships and school leavers to ex-offenders and armed forces veterans.
Day 4 – #ScaffStars: Recognize individuals who are doing their best – on site, in offices or within their communities.
Day 5 – World Mental Health Day: Promoting awareness of mental health and wellbeing across the scaffolding industry.

The Scaffolding Association invites companies and individuals to participate by sharing stories, photos and examples of good practice linked to everyday topics.

Supporters can also register as Official Supporters of NSW to help raise awareness and celebrate the vital role scaffolding plays in shaping the UK’s built environment.