Temporary anchorage for workers who work on houses with sloping roofs, 310 lb max

Temporary roof anchor for work on sloped roofs

The Peakworks temporary roof anchor is an anchorage connector designed for the fall protection of roofers and workers operating on sloped roofs. Economical and easy to install, it serves as an attachment point to connect a harness to a fall protection system for the duration of a job. It is the ideal solution for occasional roofing work where a permanent anchor is not required.

Built from rugged metal, this anchor is designed by the manufacturer to withstand static forces of 5000 lb (22 kN), in compliance with the CSA Z259.15 and ANSI Z359.18 standards. The maximum worker weight is 310 lb (141 kg), including clothing, tools and equipment. Peakworks manufacturer code: V8229001, model RB-9701. Sold individually.

Advantages of the temporary roof anchor

Simple and affordable, this anchor provides a reliable fall protection attachment point for occasional work on sloped roofs, with no permanent installation.

Features and safety of the roof anchor

• Temporary design for occasional roofing work
• Attachment ring for fall protection connection
• Withstands static forces of 5000 lb (22 kN)
• Compliant with CSA Z259.15 and ANSI Z359.18
• Worker capacity: 310 lb (141 kg), equipment included
• Fastened with 8 nails 16d of 3 ½ in

Job sites and industries where this roof anchor is required

• Occasional roofing work on sloped roofs
• Repair and maintenance of residential roofs
• House construction and renovation
• Shingle laying and reroofing
• Any temporary work at heights requiring an anchor point

About the anchorage point and its installation

According to the manufacturer, this anchor must be installed on structural parts of the sloped roof: it can be placed directly on the wood or on the metal sheeting covering the wood frame. Use 8 nails 16d of 3 ½ in to fasten it. Do not install it too close to the roof edge. The anchor point should preferably be located above the level of the harness dorsal D-ring and positioned vertically relative to the user; the worker must stay below this point within an angle of no more than 45 degrees. Always assess the fall distance, the free clearance below the worker, the rescue measures and the anchor strength (5000 lb). At the end of the job, the anchor may stay on the roof, but the attachment ring must be folded down to make it unusable and the whole must be covered with shingles.

Roof anchor inspection

Before each use, inspect the anchor for any sign of corrosion, cracking, deformation, wear or loose fasteners, and check the integrity of the attachment ring and the nails. Any anchor that is damaged, deformed or has been subjected to a fall must be taken out of service immediately. A qualified person should also carry out a periodic inspection. Sylprotec offers a fall protection equipment inspection service; to learn more, see the Services tab.

Roof anchor maintenance

Since this is a temporary anchor, check its condition before each installation. If you recover it, clean it with mild soap and lukewarm water to remove dirt and debris, avoid abrasive or chemical products, dry it thoroughly and store it sheltered. Replace it at the first sign of corrosion, deformation or wear of the fixing points.

FAQ about the temporary roof anchor

Here are the most frequent questions about the installation, capacity and removal of this temporary roof anchor for sloped roofs.

What load does this roof anchor support?

It is designed to withstand static forces of 5000 lb (22 kN) and suits a worker with a maximum weight of 310 lb (141 kg), equipment included.

How is it fastened to the roof?

With 8 nails 16d of 3 ½ in, on structural parts of the sloped roof, directly on the wood or on the metal sheeting covering the frame.

What to do with the anchor at the end of the job?

It may stay on the roof, but the attachment ring must be folded down to make it unusable, then the whole covered with shingles.

Suggested anchorage and fall protection products

To build a complete roof fall protection system, this anchor combines with other Peakworks equipment. Depending on the type and duration of the work, you will choose a temporary, reusable or permanent anchor, then the rest of the protection chain.

Also consider a class A harness (FPH1000A), a panic-lock rope grab (FPACC), a vertical lifeline rope (FPAC), the complete roofer kit (FPK50), a permanent anchorage connector (FPA826), a reusable roof anchor (FPA827), a traffic cone (EPTCONE) and a storage bag (FPBAG). Under "Accessories" at the bottom of the page.

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