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General Work Products LLC | 6000 Jefferson Hwy | Harahan, LA 70123
www.PalmerSafetyUS.com
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Worker Definitions
NOTE:
It is important to know the definition of those who work near or who may be exposed to fall hazards.
Qualified Person:
A person with accreditation for this position who has sufficient experience or standing in their industry.
They are responsible for reviewing the effectiveness of fall prevention and rescue procedures.
Competent Person:
A fall safety coordinator is a person who has been trained to manage all aspects of a company’s fall
safety program. This includes the actual regulation, the management thereof and its application. A person tasked with
identifying existing or foreseeable hazards. They have the power to temporarily stop work to address any concerns they
might have.
Authorized Person:
An employee who’s area of responsibility includes areas where potential or existing fall hazards
exist. These employees need to be trained to understand what it takes to work safely around these hazards.
Qualified or Competent person on jobsite is responsible for training and inspection of Roof Ridge Anchor. Please
contact your local Palmer Safety Specialist if you have questions or need training. We can provide training on the
jobsite.
Applications
WARNING:
Using the equipment in ways other than its intended purpose may result in severe injury or death. Maximum
1 attachment per connection point. This anchor is suitable for use with HLLs. A Qualified Person must supervise the
design, set-up, installation, and use of HLLs.
Fall Arrest:
The Roof Ridge Anchor, which can be used in Personal Fall Arrest (PFAS) applications, is for use by only
1 person and must be used with the appropriate supporting structure. The supporting structure must also withstand
loads applied in the advised directions of at least 5000 lbs. Maximum freefall height is 6 feet, or up to 12 feet when in
combination with a harness that has been tested for such use. The D-ring needs to be in the dorsal position.
Restraint:
The Roof Ridge Anchor can be utilized in Restraint systems. Restraints are used to ensure workers do not get
too close to the edge of any fall hazards. Make sure to account for the full length of the lanyard or SRL that you plan on
using. The supporting structure must also withstand loads applied in the advised directions of at least 1000 lbs. No item
shall be allowed to fall without restraint. Restraint systems can only be used on surfaces where slopes are up 4/12.
D-rings that can used: Dorsal, Chest, Side, Shoulder.
TOTAL user weight capacity range (including person, clothing, tools, and equipment) is 130-420 lbs.
