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TUFF-POST (Square)
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Concrete Installation
All safety procedures must comply in accordance with the current safety code(s) of practice(s) for working
at heights. Ensure safety at all times during and after installation by using an appropriate height safety
system.
TUFF-POST is designed to raise the ground height of a height safety system therefore TUFF-POST
must only
be used in conjunction with a SafetyLink lifeline or eyebolt system.
POSITIONING OF TUFF-POST
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The pendulum effect applies.
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TUFF-POST must be in a position easily and safely reached from a safe access point.
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TUFF-POST must
not
be installed close to concrete edges, minimum distance to concrete edge is
150mm
.
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Minimum concrete thickness 150mm.
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Minimum concrete grade MPA32.
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Minimum anchor rod embedment 115mm.
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Recommended chemical anchor: Fischer FIS-V as per Fischer Product Supplement Data sheets.
If any doubt exists with the strength of the structure an engineer should make the assessment.
Installation must be carried out by, or under the supervision of a competent height safety installer.
During installation you must be safe at all times.
LOCATING THE STEEL REINFORCING IN THE CONCRETE
Use of a digital metal detector (example: Bosch DMO 10) to locate the steel reinforcing in the concrete is
recommended when determining the anchor hole locations for the TUFF-POST. This ensures steel is
avoided when drilling.
DRILLING THE HOLES
TUFF-POST 300
- Drill
4 x M14 holes.
TUFF-POST 600
- Drill
4 x M18 holes.
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Drill a minimum depth of 115mm with a hammer drill and masonry drill bit,
refer to Drawing 2.
PREPARING THE HOLES
The holes must be moisture and dust free. Remove dust using compressed air, small brush and vacuum
cleaner.
Drawing 1
Drawing 2
115mm
150mm
