Temporary Roof Safety Anchor Points For Metal & Tile Roofs How to Install (2024)

Temporary Roof Safety Anchor Points For Metal & Tile Roofs How to Install (2024)

Temporary Roof Anchor Systems

The use of a temporary roof safety anchor points are limited but it is considered as an effective solution which can be easily installed and removed after the work has been done. The best part is, it does not scratch or damage the structure after removal (and you’re not left with holes in the roof sheeting – like some other products do). When there are no fixed anchor points, temporary anchor points provide high-end security. We developed our anchor points for several scenarios. Our designs are compatible with metal roof sheeting, Custom Orb, Trimdeck, and Spandeck. It can be used on Concrete walls or roofs for the use of Free Fall Arrest Single Point Anchorage. They have also been designed for static line systems. 2024

Features of Temporary Anchor Point:

  • Aligns to roof screw pattens and profile 
  • It is multifunctional and multidirectional.
  • It is compact and lightweight which makes it easy to move to the desired place (3kg)
  • It complies with AS/NZS 1891.4: 2009 (Single Point Anchorage (15Kn) and AS/NZS 1891.2: Supplement 1:2001 (Static Line Use (15Kn)
  • It is a complete solution method that has a simple installation process
  • Compatible with concrete and metal roof sheeting
  • Compatible with roof screw patterns and profile
  • It comes with, fastenings, QR code user guide and a carry bag
  • Each anchor contains colour-coded installation instructions, for easy use

Selection and maintenance:

  • Timber battens must qualify F8 strength grade or higher
  • Steel battens must qualify G450 grade method or higher
  • Fastenings should be fixed into an adequate roof structure. If in doubt it must be inspected by a structural engineer.
  • The installer must ensure the right use of the anchor
  • Always attach shock absorber with the equipment
  • Read – understand AS/NZS 1891.4: 2009, industrial fall-arrest systems and devices to ensure the correct use of the anchor.
  • It must be fixed between 800mm - 2500mm from the edge of the roof.

How to use temporary anchor point for tile roof installation

It starts with the removal of the roof tile. After that install the temporary anchor strop around the roof truss rafter, as per the user’s guide provided by the manufacturer. Place it a right height so that it is extended beyond the tile. When completed remove strop and place the tile back into its original position.

Watch how the temporary anchor point is used for roof tile installation in 10 seconds.

How to ensure that the temporary anchor point is used safely

Follow our five simple steps below to ensure work is done safely:

1.Proper assessment of the worksite: First, inspect the site and check for potential hazards. Consider safety control measures to prevent hazards.

2.Selection of temporary anchor point: Select the anchor according to the job site and work type. You must know which type of anchor is used for metal, concrete roof, tile installation etc.

3.Inspect the roof structure: For instance, if the worksite is on the metal roof, you must know its profile. The assessment of the roof structure is required for the selection of the right anchor point.

4.System designing: After assessing the roof structure and anchor point, you are advised to create the design of the system. While working with temporary anchor points, you should avoid a fall arrest system and rather work in fall restraint. The workers must have the proper training. You must include the rescue system but should not rely on it completely. Thus work in fall restraint is compulsory.

5.Right execution of the plan: Craft a plan and include all your roof workers in the process. They must know about the system to ensure the correct use of safety equipment to prevent accidents. They must know their role to ensure less risk at the worksite. And there should be a supervisor who checks that everyone is working according to the plan designed for the project.

How to use temporary anchor point for tile roof installation

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We recently purchased 6 roofer kits from ANKAme height safety and are very happy with the quality and usability of the products, the roof anchors are very easy to install as they come with QR user guide and colour coded installation instructions on each anchor. Perfect for what we need.

Totally recommend this product for anyone wanting compliant height safety products to keep their staff safe when working at heights.

- Derek Phillips

We install ANKAme height safety products across Melbourne, we wouldn’t use any other product, roof anchors come with signed test report for customer satisfaction and compliance to current AS/NZS 1891.4:2009. Roof anchor and height safety installations servicing all areas of Melbourne 0412728773

- Joe Conway

I recently purchased temporary roof anchoring equipment and found the product very easy to use, made of quality materials - essential for working safely on roofs. The equipment arrived in satisfactory time with no hassles. I would definitely use ANKAme again for roof safety equipment.

- Rob Baker

I bought an Ankame temporary anchor point more than a year ago. My business is building repairs & maintenance so we are often on domestic roofs. It is easy to use and was delivered promptly. I highly recommend this product.

- David Kay