Anchor points for tiled roofs. Which ones are best?

02/12/2011

We find that clients struggle in selecting the correct type of anchorpoint for a tiled roof. There are many different factors which affect this decision making process and we can assist you in making an informed decision regarding anchorpoint selection and how it relates to OHS, workcover and Australian standards requirements.

Different anchor points serve different purposes and have various limitations. We can advise you on which products suit your intended purpose to enable you to achieve the outcome you want. Our technicians are knowledgeable and experts in fulfilling the criteria of legislation surrounding height safety and fall prevention.

If you have a tiled roof requiring anchor points, don’t hesitate to get in contact with our project managers today.

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01/12/2011

Height safety technicians are able to provide fall arrest and facade access systems on most roof areas. One common scenario is a concrete slab roof requiring anchor points to either enable contractors to undertake work on the plant areas of the roof, or to enable abseiling access to the facade for ongoing maintenance purposes.

Our team of anchor point installation professionals, are able to offer the best knowledge, service and skill in providing you with the outcome that meets your needs and your budget. We minimise the amount of anchors required to give the maximum span of access wherever possible, whilst still meeting the requirements of australian standards and workcover legislation, codes of practice and guidelines for working at heights.

Get in touch with our project managers to see how we can configure an anchor point installation to suit your needs.

Safety anchors provide roof access compliance

16/09/2011

Roof access compliance can be a tricky area, depending on your roof type and shape.

Installation of safety anchors for roof areas is a vital part of complying with relevant legislative requirements for accessing areas at height safely. Workcover and the Australian Standard AS1891 require systems to be in place which comply with all sorts of technical requirements and only a competent height safety professional can assess the needs of any roof area.

Our specialist roof access and anchor point technicians know the ins and outs of how to get the most compliant system installed to your roof area without blowing your budget. We will happily give you options for configurations which give you a choice as to how you set up your roof access whilst still complying with your requirements.

Anchor point installation and safety for roof access

15/09/2011

Accessing a roof area safely requires having a height safety system in place which conforms to Australian standards and provides safe access to skilled height safety operators to get to where they need to go to undertake work.

Anchor point installation provides safety for contractors, personnel and any other person needing to undertake work at height. Anchor point safety systems are critical in ensuring that workers are connected to a certified fall arrest device when doing tasks which carry a risk of a fall.

Anchor points are a good place to start, but you may also require roof access walkways, handrail and other types of access installations to comply with standards and create a safe working environment. Air conditioning units, solar panels and other roof penetrations can be serviced safely when a good working anchor point safety system is in place.

Once your system is installed, you can rest assured that those working at height on your premises or facility have access to workcover compliant safety systems which can prevent them falling.

We care about assisting our clients to ensure that they have the systems in place to keep workers safe. Give us a call to discuss your options with regards to anchor point installation.

Anchor point testing services for annual certification

31/07/2011

Anchor points, no matter what type, need to be inspected on an annual basis in order to remain certified under Australian standards requirements.

Personnel should not use anchor points where there is no evidence of testing, inspection & certification taking place within the previous 12 month period. Anchors should be tagged and all relevant information should be clearly visible to the operator. There should be a certification document or statement of compliance, dated within the previous 12 month period and located at the entry point to the roof area. An induction and operator manual should be available to use in the planning of undertaking works via an anchor point system.

Personnel, whether employees or contractors, should seek this information and any other relevant information relating to the use of any height safety and roof access system before they conduct a JSA and go through risk assessment and safe work method statement development.

Anchor point testing saves lives and are governed by strict requirements. Make sure your anchor points are tested and certified before allowing a contractor or personnel to use them.

Personnel are also required to have completed training in safe work at heights and have achieved a practical and theoretical level of competency in the use of ancillary equipment and height safety systems.

Anchor points are a sound investment for access

30/07/2011

When looking at how to ensure that your premises has adequate and cost effective access for general and specific maintenance purposes, anchor points are not only a way to comply with standards & practices as mandated by legislation, but also a means to set up facade and roof access so that future works can be done by abseiling professionals.

This will cut costs in a significant way in the long run, as for most jobs, you’ll never need scaffolding or elevated work platforms again. Rope access operators can carry out works with limited interruption and cost.

Investing in an access system for your roof area or other area at height is a critical element of maximising the potential of your maintenance budget by eliminating expensive access requirements and enabling rope access and working safely at heights.

Fall prevention is key in managing safety

21/04/2011

Height safety and fall prevention is a key component of OHS management of any type of construction work, building or other activity where people are working at height.

Providing anchor points, static lines and ancillary equipment is a vital part of ensuring that the Australian standards, workcover guidelines and codes of practice are adhered to in all works.

We provide anchor point installation services and are able to offer excellent rates on anchors, from single anchor installations up to full scale industrial height safety systems.

Anchor point installation Port Macquarie

25/03/2011

Our team of anchor point installation professionals, operating from their Port Macquarie base, can service all areas of the mid north coast of new south wales.

Height safety system installation can be simple and affordable. You no longer need to engage someone from a long distance to come and install anchors at your site. Mid north coast division can install anchor points at great rates. Give us a call.

How do I get my anchor points tested?

02/03/2011

As many people know, anchor points need to be inspected, tested & certified on an annual basis in order to remain in use. Specialists service this field of anchor point certification, with the appropriate equipment and expertise to undertake the task.

Under the governance of australian standards, workcover regulations, codes of practice and other areas of legislation, you cannot send trade personnel or other persons to use an anchor point without ensuring that the certification is current.

Why do I need anchor points for my roof?

12/02/2011

This is quite often asked by commercial and residential clients alike. The reason you need anchor points for your roof if somebody will be accessing it for whatever reason is simple. Anchors are designed to save people’s lives in the event of them having an unforeseen accident or fall while working at height.

They are a critical investment in the safety of those performing tasks whilst in areas where there is a risk of a fall. Roof anchors are relatively inexpensive when you look at other forms of roof access systems and besides, would you want to be connected to a certified height safety system if you were working at height? I know I would.