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    Looking for pointers on how to leg platforms 8’ high while maintaining sturdiness

    It would be one 8'x8' platform, supported 8' up. I do have someone who is able to look at the structure and will let me know what could be unsafe. I plan on adding escape stairs with a permanent railing off of the left side of the platform. I'm also going to add railings across the sides of the...
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    Looking for pointers on how to leg platforms 8’ high while maintaining sturdiness

    Just realized I did not mention the fact that I’m following off of Bill Raoul’s Stock Scenery Construction Handbook.
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    Looking for pointers on how to leg platforms 8’ high while maintaining sturdiness

    I am a high school student, and this is my first year working in my school’s scene shop. I have a good understanding of framing and rough carpentry from work experience, but I am not sure about something that I want to pursue. I am currently designing the set for our next fall play, and I need...
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