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The Brace Yourself Podcast

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Scaffolding
Scaffchamp
Community Building
Construction Industry
System Scaffolding
Tube and Fitting Scaffolding
Scaffplan
Scaffolding Industry
Mergers and Acquisitions
Scaffolding Business Strategies
At-Pac
Valuation / EBITDA Multiples
Aerotrust
KAEFER UK & Ireland
Suspended Access
Canada
Marketing
Private Equity
Industrial Vs Commercial Scaffolding
International Access and Scaffolding Association (EASA)

A brand new show with Ben Beaumont and Simon Boyes from ScaffPlan talking about all things scaffolding. With a fantastic line up of industry guests and features like Penthouse to Doghouse - get ready for the chaos.

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What does digital transformation actually look like inside one of the world's largest industrial services companies?

In this episode of The Brace Yourself Podcast Steve Corden, Operational Excellence & Technical Director at KAEFER UK & Ireland share... more

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Too often, scaffolding is treated as a commodity instead of one of the biggest drivers of safety, programme and cost.

In this episode, Ben and Simon are joined by temporary works specialist Francis Kwateng, who brings over 25 years of civil enginee... more

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What really happens behind the scenes at ScaffChamp? 👀

In the first of 3 brand new in-studio episodes of The Brace Yourself Podcast, Ben & Simon take a look back at this year’s ScaffChamp competition.

Featuring clips from the event, familiar faces... more

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This week Ben and Simon are joined by the brilliant Brandon Marton, President of the Access Association of Canada and CEO of Hinton Access Solutions.

This episode covers the conversation of how we make moves in the industry to raise standards, get s... more

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Steve Corden
Operational excellence and technical director at KAEFER UK & Ireland; Global Access Technical Authority
KAEFER UK & Ireland
Episode: How Digital Construction Is Changing Engineering | The Brace Yourself Podcast
Francis Kwateng
Temporary works lead at a major contractor, fellow of the Institution of Civil Engineers, founder of engineering consultancy
Engineering consultancy; former contractor
Episode: The £10,000 Mistake Scaffolding Contractors Make | The Brace Yourself Podcast
Alan Osborne
Dr. Scaffold, mental health advocate
Dr. Scaffold
Episode: What REALLY Happened at ScaffChamp? | The Brace Yourself Podcast
Brandon Marton
Canadian industry leader; President of the Access Association of Canada; founder of Scaffold Insight; Rise director
Access Association of Canada; Scaffold Insight; Rise
Episode: Scaffolding in Canada ft. Brandon Marton | The Brace Yourself Podcast
Steve Bunting
Major Bridges Project Director at Spencer Bridge Engineering; rope-access expert
Spencer Bridge Engineering
Episode: How to Access Major Bridges ft. Steve Bunting | The Brace Yourself Podcast
Clive Dickin
CEO of NASC
NASC
Episode: Who Decides the Future of Scaffolding Standards? | The Brace Yourself Podcast
Rob Thiess
Managing Director of Construct; Chair of the Scaffolding Association of Australia
Scaffolding Association of Australia
Episode: Who Decides the Future of Scaffolding Standards? | The Brace Yourself Podcast
Simon Turner
General Manager at ScaffDeck
ScaffDeck, Curtin Lell Group
Episode: Scaffolding in the Middle East | The Brace Yourself Podcast
Nick Kozik
Managing Director and Founding Partner of TKO Miller, boutique investment bank specializing in middle market M&A
TKO Miller
Episode: Should I Grow or Sell My Scaffolding Business? | The Brace Yourself Podcast

Hosts

Ben Beaumont
Host of the show with a focus on industry events, standards, and market evolution; long-running voice of the ScaffPlan community.
Simon Boyes
Co-host providing industry narratives, guest coordination, and conversational framing around scaffolding topics and events.
Ben Beaumont & Simon Boyes
Co-host duo driving the show's format, banter, and lead on ScaffChamp coverage, training discussions, and industry insights.

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How Digital Construction Is Changing Engineering | The Brace Yourself Podcast
Q: So here's a question for you. In this day and age with so much software, do engineers still need to understand the engineering principles behind what they're doing?
Yes, understanding fundamentals remains crucial. The guests emphasize that being able to reason from first principles, like bending moments and load calculations, is essential even when using advanced digital tools.
The £10,000 Mistake Scaffolding Contractors Make | The Brace Yourself Podcast
Q: What is the key to avoiding costly changes later in a project?
Engage early with scaffold contractors and suppliers, define the scope upfront, and build a culture of ongoing dialogue and contingency planning so changes can be discussed and handled collaboratively rather than as liability-driven cost cuts.
The £10,000 Mistake Scaffolding Contractors Make | The Brace Yourself Podcast
Q: When should the scaffold design be developed relative to tendering and procurement?
Francis recommends doing as much design as possible before tendering, ideally 30-40% or more, to give a clear sense of what is needed and to encourage informed, apples-to-apples bid comparisons.
What's It Like Being A Scaffolding Apprentice? | The Brace Yourself Podcast
Q: What advice would you give to the team about the 24 hours before the build?
Stay calm, don't panic, and treat the moment as a unique opportunity with no pressure, focusing on methodical planning and clear communication.
What's It Like Being A Scaffolding Apprentice? | The Brace Yourself Podcast
Q: How do you think the A Team is going to do at ScaffChamps?
They believe they have no bad habits and could be dangerous, but they acknowledge the experience gap and stress the importance of teamwork and calm under pressure.

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Two hosts with a knack for cheeky banter dive into the scaffolding world, blending practical industry insights with DIY-style humor and on-site anecdotes. Episodes orbit around live event industry coverage like ScaffChamp, technology-enabled design and safety, apprenticeship growth, and real-world case studies—from major bridges to system scaffolding transitions. Notable threads include how teams plan and execute under pressure, the rise of youth in the trade, and the shift toward digital tools and smarter safety practices. The show leans into practical guidance for operators, owners, and marketers while maintaining a lively, entertaining tone that often spots lighthearted moments and sponsor plugs, helping listeners gauge what's new, what ... more

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