Anchor in. Live Long.
Slator-USA
Slator-USA
Building/Home Owners: Your building and roof requires maintenance. Gutters require cleaning. Solar panels need cleaning and maintenance. Chimneys and dormers require maintenance. Flashing wears out. Gutters wears out. Mold/moss/algae gets removed. Workers sometimes make errors during installations. Foot traffic damage occurs. Storm damage occurs. Plumbing vents and roof penetrations can leak. Buildings get remodeled. All perfectly normal occurrences in a building's life. All roofs leak eventually and get replaced, again and again. The roof and gutters manage the water that can destroy any building and foundation. The roof and gutters must be maintained.
What are the consequences of a worker falling off your roof?
It depends on who fell (owner, employee, subcontractor, other), why they fell, how badly they were hurt, and perhaps how deep your pockets seem. Ask your insurance company. Ask your employees. Ask someone who once fell. Ask your attorney. It's never good and completely preventable.
Is it reasonable to expect each worker to be an expert in fall protection and install their own anchor points on your building?
Absolutely not, and you certainly don't want them to start screwing things into your roof.
Fall Protection evaluation and installation is a hybrid of engineering, construction and climbing talents. Fall protection, "Lack of training." is one of the most frequent OSHA citations. OSHA requires fall protection anytime a potential fall hazard is greater than six feet. Each tradesperson trained to become competent in their specific trade. Unfortunately, very few people are also trained in how to choose an anchor type for their specific situation, how to install it properly in the right location and how to repair the roof damage their anchor creates.
Observe the painter. Observe the chimney worker. Observe the solar installer. Even, observe the roofer. Is the anchor installed according to the manufacturer's specifications - rarely. Is the rope tight enough to prevent the worker from falling over the eve - rarely. Are the anchors being overloaded by too many workers attaching to a single anchor point - often.
What will the worker do to your roof if they install a temporary anchor point instead of using a pre-planned permanent anchor?
OSHA's general anchor point requirement is that the anchor must successfully resist a 5,000 pound load per worker attached.
It takes extensive construction knowledge, and a unique skill set to install anchors properly, and much more skill and gear to maintain safety while installing the anchor point. Every penetration in a roof, every new hole ... is another potential leak point. Even experienced roofers do not want to put additional holes in a roof. Metal roofs are particularly hazardous. The panels are not rated for the loads required to meet OSHA's standards. The clips and fasteners holding the panels are not inspectable and temporary standing seam anchors for metal roofs easily damage the roof and don't resist potential side loads.
Will the workers go without fall protection entirely or install and use a temporary anchor improperly?
Unfortunately, this is likely. Falls off roofs remain a leading cause of death and injury in the workplace. You can reduce the chances of a fall, injury or death on your property by installing suitable permanent anchor points in the proper locations.
Can "safe" workers do better work?
Yes.
Your building can to be safely maintained and it's easy to plan for it.
Request permanent fall protection anchor points to be designed into new construction projects, renovation projects and at the beginning of maintenance projects. Be proactive. Avoid unnecessary trouble and help each worker have safe working conditions.
"Take care of difficult problems while they are still easy." Lao Tzu 604-531 BC
What are the consequences of a worker falling off your roof?
It depends on who fell (owner, employee, subcontractor, other), why they fell, how badly they were hurt, and perhaps how deep your pockets seem. Ask your insurance company. Ask your employees. Ask someone who once fell. Ask your attorney. It's never good and completely preventable.
Is it reasonable to expect each worker to be an expert in fall protection and install their own anchor points on your building?
Absolutely not, and you certainly don't want them to start screwing things into your roof.
Fall Protection evaluation and installation is a hybrid of engineering, construction and climbing talents. Fall protection, "Lack of training." is one of the most frequent OSHA citations. OSHA requires fall protection anytime a potential fall hazard is greater than six feet. Each tradesperson trained to become competent in their specific trade. Unfortunately, very few people are also trained in how to choose an anchor type for their specific situation, how to install it properly in the right location and how to repair the roof damage their anchor creates.
Observe the painter. Observe the chimney worker. Observe the solar installer. Even, observe the roofer. Is the anchor installed according to the manufacturer's specifications - rarely. Is the rope tight enough to prevent the worker from falling over the eve - rarely. Are the anchors being overloaded by too many workers attaching to a single anchor point - often.
What will the worker do to your roof if they install a temporary anchor point instead of using a pre-planned permanent anchor?
OSHA's general anchor point requirement is that the anchor must successfully resist a 5,000 pound load per worker attached.
It takes extensive construction knowledge, and a unique skill set to install anchors properly, and much more skill and gear to maintain safety while installing the anchor point. Every penetration in a roof, every new hole ... is another potential leak point. Even experienced roofers do not want to put additional holes in a roof. Metal roofs are particularly hazardous. The panels are not rated for the loads required to meet OSHA's standards. The clips and fasteners holding the panels are not inspectable and temporary standing seam anchors for metal roofs easily damage the roof and don't resist potential side loads.
Will the workers go without fall protection entirely or install and use a temporary anchor improperly?
Unfortunately, this is likely. Falls off roofs remain a leading cause of death and injury in the workplace. You can reduce the chances of a fall, injury or death on your property by installing suitable permanent anchor points in the proper locations.
Can "safe" workers do better work?
Yes.
Your building can to be safely maintained and it's easy to plan for it.
Request permanent fall protection anchor points to be designed into new construction projects, renovation projects and at the beginning of maintenance projects. Be proactive. Avoid unnecessary trouble and help each worker have safe working conditions.
"Take care of difficult problems while they are still easy." Lao Tzu 604-531 BC
SLATOR-USA
permanent roof anchors
are requested for:
Durability,
Inspectability,
Versatility,
Historical compatibility,
Adaptability to supporting structures and roof materials.
Discreetness.
permanent roof anchors
are requested for:
Durability,
Inspectability,
Versatility,
Historical compatibility,
Adaptability to supporting structures and roof materials.
Discreetness.
specified
|
HISTORIC
-Maryland State House (1779) - Annapolis -Mount Vernon (1734) -2nd Nat'l Bank of the United States (1824) - Philadelphia -Chatham Village Homes (1932) - Pittsburgh -Edgewater (1824) - Barrytown, NY -Boston National Historic Park (1776) |
Government
-Dept. of Navy, Marine Barracks (2026) Washington, DC -Waterbury State Office Complex (1896) - VT -Joint Base Langley-Eustis, VA -Denton County Courthouse (1896) TX |
Universities
University of South Carolina: -Barnwell College -LeConte College -Old Observatory -Thornwell dormitory -Woodrow dormitory -State University of New York - Plattsburgh -Winthrop University, Rock Hill, SC -Hillsdale College - Library Addition (2026) MI |
Churches
-Saint Paul's Baptist Church , Richmond, VA -Fort Hill United Meth. Church (1955) Lynchburg, VA -First Church in Jamaica Plain (1853) Boston, MA |
Private
-Huntington Beach Pier, Pacific Ocean, CA -Vermont Community Foundation, Middleburg, VT ... and fine residences all across the country. |
... AND more every day ...
Newly patented, (Patent No.: US 12,415,103 B1) our V-18 has been specified on State, Federal, and University projects for metal and slate roofs. The V-18 has also been installed on residential roofs from Bermuda to California.
The V-18 permanent ridge anchor solves many industry problems.
The V-18 permanent ridge anchor solves many industry problems.
|
BRAVA Roof System
|
Vermont Mottled Purple Slate
|
Buckingham Slate
|
Newly installed on the hip of this 10 year old DaVinci roof, our V-18 (with Bermuda style brackets) allows the gutters to be cleaned safely, and quickly from the roof.
|
|
|
V-18 Permanent Ridge Anchor Features:
1. OSHA compliant 5,000 pound load rating in any direction
(1 user with an 1,800 load limiting lanyard or 2 workers utilizing 900 pound load limiting lanyards, or a single user with an engineered horizonal lifeline - wood blocking for rafter/truss reinforcement required).
2. Vertically adjustable bar ... to be compatible with all ridge styles and roof pitches.
3. For metal, asphalt shingle, slate, tile and synthetic roofs, vented and unvented ridges.
4. LAST PERSON DOWN continuous fall protection is now easily possible (with the proper gear and training).
5. Compatible with wood rafters, 2 x 4 truss systems and steel rafters.
6. Requires zero maintenance and is completely inspectable from the safety of the attic.
7. Durable 17-4 hardened stainless steel. No welds or moving parts.
8. Discreet low profile and "aged" bronze color finish.
9. Designed to be used/loaded without deformation or damaging the ridge.
10. Allows workers to have their anchor in sight and work either side of the roof.
1. OSHA compliant 5,000 pound load rating in any direction
(1 user with an 1,800 load limiting lanyard or 2 workers utilizing 900 pound load limiting lanyards, or a single user with an engineered horizonal lifeline - wood blocking for rafter/truss reinforcement required).
2. Vertically adjustable bar ... to be compatible with all ridge styles and roof pitches.
3. For metal, asphalt shingle, slate, tile and synthetic roofs, vented and unvented ridges.
4. LAST PERSON DOWN continuous fall protection is now easily possible (with the proper gear and training).
5. Compatible with wood rafters, 2 x 4 truss systems and steel rafters.
6. Requires zero maintenance and is completely inspectable from the safety of the attic.
7. Durable 17-4 hardened stainless steel. No welds or moving parts.
8. Discreet low profile and "aged" bronze color finish.
9. Designed to be used/loaded without deformation or damaging the ridge.
10. Allows workers to have their anchor in sight and work either side of the roof.
V-18 Specifications: Downloadable PDF
| 3_part_specifications__2.pdf |
SLATOR PRINCIPLES OF ROOF ANCHOR DESIGN PRIORITIES:
1. Redundancy.
Identify what parts of the entire system are most likely to fail, eliminate them when possible, and design back up safety measures to prevent failure. Eliminate buried/hidden fasteners, welds, materials that require paint or plated finishes. Eliminate point loads whenever possible. Spread the load. Save the system and the worker.
2. Complete Inspectability.
Our designs normally plan for ALL parts of the anchor system to be easily inspectable one hour, one day, one year, 100 years after the installation. Eliminate the need for periodic, expensive, and damaging load tests by building in complete inspectability whenever feasible.
3. Compatibility.
Design the anchor so it is compatible with many roofing materials (metal, asphalt shingle, slate, tile, and synthetics). Design the anchor to be compatible with a variety of supporting structures (trusses, rafters, steel supports).
4. Loading.
Design so the anchor can be loaded (utilized by the worker) in any direction without compromising the system, or the safety of the worker whenever possible.
5. Design to be Discreetly Attractive.
1. Redundancy.
Identify what parts of the entire system are most likely to fail, eliminate them when possible, and design back up safety measures to prevent failure. Eliminate buried/hidden fasteners, welds, materials that require paint or plated finishes. Eliminate point loads whenever possible. Spread the load. Save the system and the worker.
2. Complete Inspectability.
Our designs normally plan for ALL parts of the anchor system to be easily inspectable one hour, one day, one year, 100 years after the installation. Eliminate the need for periodic, expensive, and damaging load tests by building in complete inspectability whenever feasible.
3. Compatibility.
Design the anchor so it is compatible with many roofing materials (metal, asphalt shingle, slate, tile, and synthetics). Design the anchor to be compatible with a variety of supporting structures (trusses, rafters, steel supports).
4. Loading.
Design so the anchor can be loaded (utilized by the worker) in any direction without compromising the system, or the safety of the worker whenever possible.
5. Design to be Discreetly Attractive.
Photo gallery
Study these pictures from various job sites at your leisure.
Contact us if you'd like help understanding, training, or implementing.
Observe: rope selections, connector selections, anchor choices, fall arrestor use,
sternal harness ring use instead of dorsal ring use, SLATOR bracket for access, sling technique for adjacent ladders,
continual use of head and eye protection, 1st ascent fall protection techniques.
Contact us if you'd like help understanding, training, or implementing.
Observe: rope selections, connector selections, anchor choices, fall arrestor use,
sternal harness ring use instead of dorsal ring use, SLATOR bracket for access, sling technique for adjacent ladders,
continual use of head and eye protection, 1st ascent fall protection techniques.