TEMPORARY ROOF ANCHOR - Metal Roofs

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What Makes Us Different:

• Aligns to roof screw pattern and profile with the x3 most common metal roof sheets ( so your not left with holes in the roof sheeting )

• ANKAme the ONLY "fully compliant" temporary roof anchor TESTED & APPROVED by a division of SafeWork NSW ( NATA accredited for testing roof anchor points to AS/NZS 1891.4:2009 - current standard of compliance ) tested to 15kn of static load ( approximately 1.5 tonnes of load in direction of fall ) refer to our test report. Certificate of Test Report

• Who can install roof anchor points - anchor points can be installed and used by any competent person, tradie or DIY, as per AS/NZS 1891.4:2009 and as per manufactures user manual

• Simple installation method, with QR code user manual and colour coded installation instructions on each roof anchor ( for easy install )

• Comes with carry bag & fastenings

• Strong and durable ( 3kg )

• Default colour hi-vis orange

• Adapts to the x3 most common types of metal roof sheeting & concrete application;

         -  Custom Orb / Corrugated

         -  Spandeck

         -  Trimdeck / Monoclad / Steelclad

         -  Concrete fix

              We guarantee your safety with our products

HOW TO INSTALL TEMPORARY ROOF ANCHOR - Metal Roof
Remove existing roofing screws where required, place Temporary Anchor into position as per (owner’s manual installation instructions) fasten to roof with specified fastenings, to remove undo specified fastenings, remove roof anchor and replace existing screws

HOW TO INSTALL TEMPORARY ROOF ANCHOR - Concrete
Place Temporary Anchor into position as per (owner’s manual installation instructions) fasten to min. grade 32mPa concrete with specified fastenings, to remove/undo specified fastenings, and remove anchor

TEMPORARY ROOF ANCHOR, SELCTION USE, MAINTANCE
All specified fastenings must be fixed into adequate roof structure, if adequacy of the roof structure is in doubt, the roof should be inspected and certified by a registered structural engineer. It is the responsibility of the competent installer and user for the correct use of the anchor. It is recommended that the roof anchor be fixed 2500mm from edge of roof and no less than 800mm from edge of roof. Other fastenings are NOT to be used with the roof anchor. Shock absorber equipment must be attached at all times. For correct use of equipment, refer to AS/NZS 1891.4: 2009, industrial fall-arrest systems and devices - selection, use and maintenance. People with any disability, impaired vision or other impaired capabilities are not to use the roof anchor. min grade of timber to be F8, min grade of steel to be G450. Temporary fix custom orb timber fix only. Some of the roof sheet profiles above may also be known as a different name but same profile this is due to the different manufactures and some roof sheet profiles can vary up to 5 mm

Complies with:
AS/NZS 1891.4: 2009
Single Point Anchorage (15Kn)

Complies with:
AS/NZS 1891.2: Supplement 1:2001
Static Line Use (15Kn)

DISCLAIMER
By purchasing a TEMPORARY ROOF ANCHOR product you are deemed to be a competent installer, or have contacted a competent installer, as the manufacturer and seller take no responsibility for the misuse of the products. Refer to owners manual installation instructions for the correct use of these items.

FAQ / Read more .....

When do I need to use a temporary roof anchor point ?

• The Work at Height Regulations 2005 state that whenever there is the potential for a person to fall while working and this leads to injury, then the worker must have some form of protection. What type of protection depends on a risk assessment being carried out and a method of protection selected from the hierarchy of control

Why are temporary roof anchors required and used ?

• A temporary roof anchor point is used as a safety device to protect a worker from falling at heights

What is a roof anchor point ?

• A roof anchor point is a devise fastened to the top of a metal or tile roof where a worker will then attach there harness rope line to secure themselves with a safety harness 

Who can use a temporary roof anchor point ?

• As per the Australian standards a competent person can install and use a roof anchor point, as per the manufactures installation and user manual

Who can install a temporary roof anchor point ?

• As per the Australian standards a competent person can install and use a roof anchor point, as per the manufactures installation and user manual

How do you install a temporary roof anchor point ?

• As per the Australian standards a competent person can install and use a roof anchor point, as per the manufactures installation and user manual

How to test a roof anchor point ?

• A roof anchor point can be tested as per AS/NZS 1891.4:2009 ( table 3.1 ), load tested to 15Kn of load, that's approximately 1.5 tonners of load, in the direction of a potential fall 

What is the minimum strength of a roof anchor point ?

• The minimum strength for a roof anchor point for 1 person is 15Kn ( 1 person per roof anchor per system )

How do you use a temporary or permanent roof anchor point ?

• You need to deem yourself competent and refer to the manufactures installation instructions user manual

How often do roof anchors need to be inspected ? 

• As per the AS/NZS 1891.4:2009 all roof anchors need to be visually inspected prior to each use, and for permanent roof anchors a annual inspection is required by a competent person every 12 months from the date of installation

When and how to inspect a roof anchor ?

• Every day you turn up to a roof where roof anchor points are already installed or needs to be installed you must check they are fully compliant to AS/NZS 18914:2009, you must also refer to the owners manual for correct installation and use, if in doubt ask the manufacture or contact a structural engineer 

How many roof anchor points do you need on a roof ?

• It is the responsibility of a competent person to understand how many roof anchor points are required as each roof type and layout is different to the next, or you would need to contact US to locate a competent installer in your area

How far apart should roof anchors be ?

• It is the responsibility of a competent person to understand how many roof anchor points are required as each roof type and layout is different to the next, or you would need to contact US to locate a competent installer in your area

Contact a roof anchor installer near me ?

• contact us if you need assistance with installations of our ANKAme roof anchor points and height safety equipment

Can the ANKAme temporary roof anchors be installed on corrugated roofs and other common metal roof types ?

• Yes the ANKAme roof anchor adapts to corrugated roofs, spandeck roofs, trimdeck roofs and concrete fix

Roof anchors near me ?

• Yes the ANKAme roof anchors and height safety equipment are sold online and with over 33 trusted resellers Australia wide, incudes Tasmanian and New Zealand