How To Build Scaffolding Planks? The construction and use of scaffolding planks must be carried out in strict accordance with relevant specifications to ensure safety during the construction process. During use, special testing tools are also needed to test the bearing capacity of scaffolding planks to ensure its service life and safety. As one of the basic infrastructures for each layer of scaffolding, scaffolding planks need to be inspected and accepted by professionals after installation.