ROOFERS KIT
USER MANUAL
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b.
Always attempt to set system up in a total fall restraint fashion, that is where there is no risk of any free fall
component
c.
In the event of a free fall risk being possible e.g. brittle or translucent roofing material. Ensure that there is sufficient
fall clearance below the roof material. (See section on fall clearances)
d.
The presence of hazardous substances to the equipment, e.g. painting materials, solvents, hot surfaces, chemicals,
corrosives, moving machinery, sharp edges etc can cause damage to the system without the user being aware, and
may cause the system to fail.
e.
The presence of other hazards such as high voltage equipment, welding or heated equipment will cause damage to
the system.
f.
Component compatibility. The equipment is designed and tested for use with other B-Safe products, should any
other equipment be used on the system, then please consult with the Beaver - B-Safe personnel for approval /
compatibility prior to use.
g.
Training. This equipment is intended for use by personnel who have been fully trained in its correct use and
application.
h.
The system can be used where pendulum effects may occur and it is extremely important to ensure that this factor
is taken into consideration when systems are set up and employed. (See pendulum effect section)
ROOFERS KIT SYSTEM SET UP:
Prior to each use of the kit and its components, carefully inspect it according to the inspection requirements of
“Section 9 and Appendices C & D (AS/NZS1891.4)”
Similarly Anchorages should be inspected in accordance with Section 3 Clause 3.1.2 and Table 3.1 -
“Anchorages (AS/NZS 1891.4)”.
In particular:
“The building or structure and anchorage points shall be assessed by an engineer, unless it is clear to a
Height Safety Supervisor that the anchorage system is structurally adequate. An example of where an
engineer may not be required is where an anchorage sling of the adequate strength is secured around a
solid permanent structure such as a plant room. However, if any doubt exists as to the structural adequacy
of the anchorage, an engineer shall make the assessment. If called upon to make the assessment the
engineer shall certify in writing that all combinations of loads in a worst case situation can be safely
contained by the proposed structure and anchorage points.”
TABLE 3.1 - STRENGTH REQUIREMENTS FOR ANCHORAGES
Purpose of anchorage
Ultimate strength in direction of loading
(minimum) (see note 1)
Single point anchorages
Free Fall Arrest – one person
15kN
Free Fall Arrest – two persons attached to the same anchor
21kN
Limited Free Fall Arrest (including rope access anchorages)
12kN
Restraint Technique
12kN or 15kN (see note 2
NOTES:
1.
As far as practicable all single point one-person anchorages should meet the 15kN requirement regardless of primary purpose.
2.
Anchorage strengths applicable when using restraint technique are either 15kN or 12kN depending on whether fall risk is free
fall or limited free fall.