Safety Guidelines
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PLEASE READ THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
BEFORE BEGINNING TO ASSEMBLE THE STRUCTURE. SAVE
THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
There is no guarantee of the load capacity of the
structure or foundation for snow, wind, seismic, or
other loads unless buyer has received certified
engineering drawings with the structure, and Poly-Tex
does not warrant that the frame or foundation will
comply with local or state building codes in buyer's
location.
This structure is intended to be self-supporting, provided it is
constructed with all frames, hardware, sheathing, sheeting,
bracing, cables, and membrane in place, and secured to the
foundation as shown in the manual. Stability during
construction, from winds and loads imposed during erection, is
the sole responsibility of the installer. Observe safety codes
required by the local jurisdiction, and relevant safety practices
for working at heights. Avoid the risk of electrical shock from
overhead lines or electrical storms. Poly-Tex recommends
contracting a licensed electrician to perform electrical work.
Eye protection is recommended under all circumstances and
hearing protection is recommended when cutting components
with power tools.
No part of this structure is engineered to function as an
anchorage point for a fall arrest system. Use a safety net or
work from a safe work platform (i.e. scaffolding). Select a
calm day for work. Wind can be sufficient enough to knock
materials or workers off a work platform or ladder, resulting in
a potentially deadly fall.
Overview of assembly procedure
While each structure and site is unique, and may require
special considerations, these instructions are for a tilt-up
method (where frames are assembled on the ground and tilted
onto ground stakes or anchor rods using ropes or lifts). If
installer is not confident to erect the structure, Poly-Tex
suggests hiring a general contractor, carpenter, or similar
licensed business familiar with construction, to assemble and
erect the structure.
Do not overload structure.
Consult with a Poly-Tex
representative prior to adding any amount of weight over the
specified capacity of this structure. Basket purlins, shelving or
any objects of significant weight shall not be hung, attached,
or secured to roof or truss members in a manner that will
overload the structure.
Do not walk on polycarbonate sheets
. If structure is to be
covered with polycarbonate sheets, always use scaffolding for
the erection process to avoid damage to sheeting and to
ensure safety. Polycarbonate sheeting has UV coating
protected with vinyl film on the exterior surface. Install sheets
with the film intact and toward the exterior. Remove film once
the sheet has been fastened
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