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New York Scaffolding Law Resources
New York's scaffolding law (Labor Law § 240) is one of the strongest worker-protection statutes in the country. The links below point to official government resources for workers, employers, and families who want to understand the safety standards and legal framework behind scaffolding and ladder protections in New York.
These resources are for general information only and are not a substitute for legal advice about a specific case — if you or a family member was hurt in a scaffolding or ladder accident, contact Pascale Law for a free case review.
Official resources
- New York Labor Law § 240 — the full text of New York's scaffolding law
- New York State Department of Labor — administers state occupational safety laws
- New York Workers' Compensation Board — handles workers' compensation claims and benefits
- U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) — federal occupational safety and health standards
- OSHA: Scaffolding Safety — safety standards and guidance for scaffolding
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