225 Wilshire Ave SW, Concord NC, 28025
Phone: 800-230-0319
Email: [email protected]
Web: safewaze.com
Fax: 704-262-9051
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WARNING
This anchor must IMMEDIATELY be removed from service
if exposed to fall arrest forces. Avoid contact with sharp
and/or abrasive edges and surfaces. Avoid contact with
hazardous environments including but not limited to,
electrical, high temperatures, and corrosive chemicals.
WARNING
www.safewaze.com
Minimum Service Temp: -30° F
All connections must be
compatible
with the Ring Anchor.
Minimum Breaking Strength: 5,000 lbs (22.2kN)
Material: Steel
Meets: ANSI Z359.18-2017 Type A
OSHA 1910-1926
Year of MFG:_____ Serial #:________
User must follow
manufacturer’s instructions
included with this equipment
at the time of shipment from
the manufacturer. Refer to
the instruction manual for
proper installation and
limitations. Inspect prior to
each use.
USE:
Installs over roof
sheathing into roof truss
using (3) 5/16” x 3”
hex lag screws.
FS-EX310-1
Ring Anchor
WARNING
www.safewaze.com
Minimum Service Temp: -30° F
All connections must be
compatible
with the Ring Anchor.
Minimum Breaking Strength: 5,000 lbs (22.2kN)
Material: Steel
Meets: ANSI Z359.18-2017 Type A
OSHA 1910-1926
Year of MFG:_____ Serial #:________
User must follow
manufacturer’s instructions
included with this equipment
at the time of shipment from
the manufacturer. Refer to
the instruction manual for
proper installation and
limitations. Inspect prior to
each use.
USE:
Installs over roof
sheathing into roof truss
using (3) 5/16” x 3”
hex lag screws.
FS-EX310-1
Ring Anchor
Jan Feb
Dec
Nov
Oct
Sep
Aug
Jul
Jun
May
Apr
Mar
WARNING
This anchor must IMMEDIATELY be removed from service
if exposed to fall arrest forces. Avoid contact with sharp
and/or abrasive edges and surfaces. Avoid contact with
hazardous environments including but not limited to,
electrical, high temperatures, and corrosive chemicals.
INSTALLATION
INSPECTION LOG
Date
Inspection Items
Noted
Corrective Action
Initials
LABELS
Lag Screws
(3) 5/16 in x 3in
Stainless Hex Lag
Screws
1. To install the FS-EX310-1 Ring Anchor utilize the (3) 5/16 in x 3 in Hex Lag Screws.
ALL
screws
and screw holes must be used. All fasteners must be fully embedded into substrate to which they are
attached. Minimum substrate thickness must be 7/16” or greater, with fasteners attached through roof
substrate, with embedment into truss.
2. The FS-EX310-1 can be reused and reinstalled. Fasteners can be reused IF pilot holes are drilled
prior to fastener installation. Pilot holes should be 7/32 in.
3. Prior to initial installation or subsequent removal and re-installation, the user must ensure that the
FS-EX310-1 has no visible damage or defects. If removing and reinstalling the FS-EX310-1, the
user must ensure that no damage or warping has occurred due to prior installation or removal.
If any damage or defects are found the user must IMMEDIATELY remove the FS-EX310-1 from
service.
4. Once properly installed, the user may attach a complete and compatible Personal Fall Arrest System
(PFAS) to the O-ring connection point on the FS-EX310-1.
26°
24°
23°
21°
21°
22'-3"
21°
18'-3"
19'-4"
19'-10"
21'-4"
53°
45°
38°
33°
30°
28°
50'
55'
60'
8'
9'-9"
11'-7"
13'-3"
14'-6"
16'
17'-2"
20'
25'
30'
35'
40'
45'
Anchor Distance
From
Leading Edge (Y)
Working Distance
Along Roof Edge
(Either Direction) (X)
Working Angle
From
Perpendicular (Z)
6'
10'
15'
Z
: Total Working Angle
X
: Working Distance
Along Leading Edge
Y
: Distance From
Leading Edge
X
Y
Z
X
Leading Edge
This chart indicates the allowable working zones to reduce the
risk of swing falls and improper side loading
WARNING
• Users should consult with their doctor to verify ability to safely absorb the forces of a fall arrest
event. Fitness level, age, and other health conditions can greatly affect an individuals ability to
withstand fall arrest forces. Women who are pregnant, individuals considered minors must not use
any Safewaze equipment.
• Never alter any part of an anchor or add/remove components. Safewaze shall not be held
responsible for injury or death due to tampering.
• Anchors that are exposed to fall arrest forces MUST be IMMEDIATELY removed from service and
destroyed.
• Failure to follow these instructions and warnings could result in serious injury or death in the event
of a fall.
• A preplanned rescue procedure in the event of a fall is required. The rescue plan must be specific
to the project. The rescue plan must allow for employees to rescue themselves, or to be promptly
rescued by alternative means.
• Harnesses or connectors selected for use with any Safewaze anchor must be compatible in size
and configuration. User must ensure compatibility of snap hooks, carabiners and other connectors.
Any connection which could allow disengagement must be eliminated. Snap hooks and carabiners
must be self locking and self closing and must never be hooked to each other.
• A Competent Person must conduct an analysis of the workplace and anticipate where workers will
be conducting their duties, the route they will take to reach their work, and the existing and
potential fall hazards they may be exposed to. The Competent Person must choose the fall
protection equipment to be utilized.
• Do not misuse equipment.
• Equipment designated for fall protection must never be used to lift, hang, support or hoist tools or
equipment unless specifically certified for such use.
Anchor Components Materials
A
Anchor Plate
Galvanized Steel
B
O-ring
Galvanized Steel
FIGURE 5 - ANCHOR COMPONENTS
SHEATHING
LAG BOLT
TRUSS
Cross Section of
Proper Installation
• Safewaze Anchors shall be inspected prior to each use by the user, and at least annually by a
Competent Person other than the user. Annual inspections shall be documented. Severity of
conditions during use may necessitate increased frequency of documented inspections.
• Anchors that fail inspection MUST be removed from service.
• Prior to each use, inspect the anchor for deficiencies or damage, including, but not limited to,
sharp edges, rough edges, deformations, corrosion, pits, burrs, chemical exposure, extreme heat
expo sure and damaged, missing or illegible labels. If any deficiencies or defects are found, the
anchor must IMMEDIATELY be removed from service.
• The anchor must be inspected at least annually by a Competent Person other than the user.
Competent person inspections must be recorded in the inspection log included in this manual and
on the inspection grid label on the anchor.
INSPECTION
MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
WARRANTY
Anchor can be cleaned with water and mild soap if necessary. User should remove all dirt, possible
corrosives, and contaminants from the anchor prior to, and after each use. Never use any type of
corrosive substance to clean the anchor.
Excess water should be blown out with compressed air. Hardware can be wiped off with a clean, dry
cloth.
When not in use, store the anchor in a cool dry area where it will not be exposed to extreme light,
extreme heat, excessive moisture, or possibly corrosive chemicals or materials.
Safewaze warrants its products are free from defects in materials and construction under normal use
and service. Liability is not accepted for abuse, modification, improper use, destructive activity and
contaminated exposure.
Safewaze
225 Wilshire Ave SW
Concord, NC 28025
PHONE: 800-230-0319
FAX: 704-262-9051
EMAIL: [email protected]
Web: safewaze.com
The FS-EX310-1 Ring Anchor is designed to provide a fall protection anchorage for a single user. It is
designed for installation into wood roof material only. The work location should be free of debris, and
other materials or equipment that could interfere with the proper operation of this equipment. Inspect the
substrate to which the anchor will be attached. User should inspect the intended installation location for
hazards at that include, but are not limited to, wood rot, severe weathering, multiple layers of previously
applied roofing material, electrical hazards, etc...
INSTALLATION PLANNING
A
B
WARNING:
The FS-EX310-1 is not for use in Horizontal Lifeline
(HLL) applications.
