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SafetyLink Anchor Handbook Extract - FrogLink - Version 08.17
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WARNINGS –
READ CAREFULLY SOMEONE’S LIFE DEPENDS ON IT
The building or structure for the anchorages should be assessed by an engineer, unless it is clear to a competent person that
the anchorages system is structurally adequate.
When installing anchor points all safety procedures must be complied with in accordance with the current safety code/s of
practice/s for working at heights.
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Recommended waterproofing for roof tiles:
Sika Flex Co-Polymer Sealant
.
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Recommended waterproofing for metal roof: S
ilicone Sealant
.
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All threads must be coated with Loctite prior to assembly. (IMPORTANT NOTE: Before applying Loctite 243 use Loctite
7471 primer to activate the surface according to manufacturer’s instructions).
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A personal energy absorber or a fall-arrest device with a personal energy absorber must be used to connect to all
SafetyLink Anchorages and (or) Strops.
MAINTENANCE
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PERIODIC INSPECTIONS
All items of equipment which are in regular use shall be subjected to periodic inspection and servicing.
These regular scheduled inspections and servicing must be carried out by a competent person.
FIXED LADDERLINK: LADDER SUPPORT BRACKET
ALL LADDERLINKS MUST BE INSPECTED EVERY 12 MONTHS, INSPECTIONS NEED TO BE CARRIED OUT BY A COMPETENT
PERSON.
Procedures to be followed at inspection time:
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Visually inspect ladder support brackets for any signs of deterioration or the protective coating being removed.
(Note:
LadderLink is made from marine grade aluminium and therefore should not corrode).
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Ensure LadderLink is firmly secured to the structure as per SafetyLink Installation Handbook.
(refer to Installing
LadderLink).
SAFETYLINK ANCHORAGES
ALL ANCHORAGES MUST BE INSPECTED EVERY TWELVE MONTHS, INSPECTIONS NEED TO BE CARRIED OUT BY A COMPETENT
PERSON.
Procedures to be followed at inspection time:
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Visually inspect anchors for signs of deterioration.
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The FrogLink/TileLink anchor point has two energy absorbing regions and two stabilising joins which hold the eyelet in
place during use. If these energy absorbing regions are expanded this will indicate the anchor point has arrested a fall.
Similarly if the two stabilising joins have been broken this would also indicate the FrogLink/TileLink has arrested a fall and
should be replaced.
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Visually inspect the CableLink anchor point for signs that it has arrested a fall. The cable will have tightened around the
rafter and the bottom fixing point will be pulled out and the anchor will need to be replaced.
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The eyebolt should remain straight, a bent eyebolt will indicate that the anchor point has arrested a fall
(The design
features of the eyebolt includes the ability to bend like a fishing pole starting from the top and working its way to the
bottom, enabling it to use up energy as the eyebolt bends whilst lessening the force on the person falling and the
attachment point).
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Visually inspect the components of the anchor for corrosion, superficial surface marking is permitted while deeper
corrosion or pitting would require attention.
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Manually (by hand) check the eyebolt for rigidity and tightness, if the eyebolt can turn in the anticlockwise direction it will
require attention.
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Visually inspect the rubber hat washer and waterproofing components to ensure it has remained sealed.
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Visually inspect the attachment component of the anchorage where practically possible.
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Visually inspect the parent structure for modifications or deterioration which might lead to loss of anchorage strength.
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Drilled in anchorages such as friction or glued-in anchorages (ConcreteLink, SandwichLink, SpacerLink) must be proof
tested in accordance with AS/NZS 1891.4:2009 Clause 3.1.2(g) as part of each inspection.
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A personal energy absorber or a fall-arrest device with a personal energy absorber must be used in conjunction with all
SafetyLink Anchorages and Lifeline systems.
IN ADDITION TO SAFETYLINK PTY LTD EQUIPMENT, ALL ANCILLARY EQUIPMENT MUST BE INSPECTED IN ACCORDANCE
WITH APPLICABLE REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS AND THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS.
FOR MAINTENANCE ADVICE AND SERVICES PLEASE CONTACT SAFETYLINK ON +61 249 641068 OR 1300 789545
FOR YOUR NEAREST SAFETYLINK INSPECTION SERVICE CENTRE OR EMAIL: [email protected]
