RafterLink Anchor Handbook
RafterLink Anchor Handbook
RafterLink Anchor Handbook
RAFTERLINK ANCHORS
ROOF ANCHORS
SafetyLink is an innovative HORIZONTAL LIFELINES
PERMANENT LADDERS
anchor company achieving
LADDER STABILISERS
success and keeping you safe TEMPORARY ANCHOR
whilst working at heights. WALKWAY & GUARDRAIL
X-RAIL - HORIZONTAL RAIL
Read entire handbook before installing SafetyLink products. All products must be installed in
accordance with SafetyLink’s installation handbook, using only products supplied by SafetyLink Pty Ltd.
Failure to follow all warnings and instructions may result in a serious injury or death.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INSTALLATION OF SAFETYLINK
RAFTERLINK ANCHOR POINTS
WARNINGS ..................................................................................................................... 3
MAINTENANCE – PERIODIC INSPECTIONS ........................................................................ 4
FIXED LADDERLINK: LADDER SUPPORT BRACKET ......................................................... 4
SAFETYLINK ANCHORAGES ........................................................................................... 4
WARRANTIES.................................................................................................................. 5
When installing anchor points all safety procedures must be complied with in accordance with the current safety
code/s of practice/s for working at heights.
• Recommended waterproofing for roof tiles: Sika Flex Co-Polymer Sealant.
• Recommended waterproofing for metal roof: Silicone Sealant.
• All threads must be coated with Loctite prior to assembly (IMPORTANT NOTE: Before applying Loctite 243 use
Loctite 7471 primer to activate the surface according to manufacturer’s instructions).
• A personal energy absorber or a fall-arrest device with a personal energy absorber must be used to connect
to all SafetyLink Anchorages and (or) Strops.
WARNING
Locking Hex Nut must be fully screwed up the thread of the
eyebolt to expose 30mm of thread.
This thread must be fully screwed into the bracket, coat
threads with Loctite (IMPORTANT NOTE: Before applying
Loctite 243 use Loctite 7471 primer to activate the surface Locking Hex
according to manufacturer’s instructions). Nut
Locking Hex Nut must be firmly tightened onto the bracket
to stop the eyebolt from unscrewing and to gain maximum 30mm
strength.
EYEBOLTS - Threads need to have a minimum of SIX FULL 360º TURNS into the ultimate thread.
RETRO EYEBOLTS - Threads need to have a minimum of EIGHT FULL 360º TURNS into the ultimate thread.
CORRECT WRONG
Always use a spanner when tightening and DO NOT place an object into the eye of the eyebolt
un-tightening the locking hex nut. to tighten or un-tighten the locking hex nut,
as this may damage the eyebolt.
SAFETYLINK ANCHORAGES
ALL ANCHORAGES MUST BE INSPECTED EVERY TWELVE MONTHS, INSPECTIONS NEED TO BE CARRIED OUT BY A
COMPETENT HEIGHT SAFETY INSTALLER.
Procedures to be followed at inspection time:
- Visually inspect anchors for signs of deterioration.
- The FrogLink/TileLink anchor point has two energy absorbing regions and two stabilising joins which hold the
eyelet in place during use. If these energy absorbing regions are expanded this will indicate the anchor point
has arrested a fall. Similarly, if the two stabilising joins have been broken this would also indicate the
FrogLink/TileLink has arrested a fall and should be replaced.
- The eyebolt should remain straight, a bent eyebolt will indicate that the anchor point has arrested a fall (The
design features of the eyebolt includes the ability to bend like a fishing pole starting from the top and working
its way to the bottom, enabling it to use up energy as the eyebolt bends whilst lessening the force on the person
falling and the attachment point).
- Visually inspect the components of the anchor for corrosion, superficial surface marking is permitted while
deeper corrosion or pitting would require attention.
- Manually (by hand) check the eyebolt for rigidity and tightness, if the eyebolt can turn in the anticlockwise
direction it will require attention.
- Visually inspect the rubber hat washer and waterproofing components to ensure it has remained sealed.
- Visually inspect the attachment component of the anchorage where practically possible.
- Visually inspect the parent structure for modifications or deterioration which might lead to loss of anchorage
strength.
- For Concrete Installation Only: To comply with Australian Standards, each ConcreteLink must be tested after
installation and at every recertification inspection. Ensure you wait the recommended curing time as specified
by the chemical anchor instructions. The pull test can be done using a 16mm threaded eyebolt. Test consists
of ultimate pull out force proof loading to 50% of design purpose of anchorage.
- A personal energy absorber or a fall-arrest device with a personal energy absorber must be used in conjunction
with all SafetyLink Anchorages and Lifeline systems.
IN ADDITION TO SAFETYLINK PTY LTD EQUIPMENT, ALL ANCILLARY EQUIPMENT MUST BE INSPECTED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS AND THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS.
11.1 To the extent permitted by law all implied conditions, warranties and undertakings are expressly excluded.
11.2 Except as provided in this clause the Company shall not be liable for any loss or damage, whether direct or indirect
(including consequential losses or damage) arising out of any breach of contract by the Company or any negligence
of the Company, its employees or agents.
11.3 Should the Company be liable for a breach of a guarantee, condition or warranty implied by the Australian Consumer
Law (not being a guarantee, condition or warranty implied by sections 51, 52 and 53 of that Law) then its liability for
a breach of any such condition or warranty express or implied shall be limited, at its option, to any one or more of
the following.
A) in case of Goods
(I) the replacement of the Goods or the supply of equivalent Goods.
(II) the repair of the goods,
(III) the payment of the cost of replacing the Goods or acquiring equivalent Goods.
(IV) The payment of the cost of having the Goods repaired.
Provided that any such Goods are returned to the Company by the Purchaser at the Purchaser’s expense.
B) in the case of services
(i) the supply of the services again,
(ii) the payment of the cost of having the services supplied again.
11.4 The Company will not be liable for the costs of recovery of the Goods from the field, loss of use of the Goods, loss
of time, inconvenience, incidental or consequential loss or damage, nor for any other loss or damage other than as
stated above, whether ordinary or exemplary, caused either directly or indirectly by use of the Goods.
11.5 The Company warrants that at the time of shipment, Products manufactured by it will be free from defects in
material and workmanship. In the absence of a modified written warranty, the Company agrees to making good
any such defects by repairing the same or at the Company’s option by replacement, for a period of (1) one year from
the date of shipment. This limited warranty applies provided that:
This warranty does not apply to any defects or other malfunctions caused to the Goods by accident, neglect, vandalism, misuse,
alteration, modification or unusual physical, environment or electrical stress.
Please note that the benefits to the purchaser (as a consumer) given by this warranty are in addition to your other rights and
remedies under the Australian Consumer Law. Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian
Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably
foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable
quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
11.6 If any goods are not manufactured by the Company, the guarantee of the manufacturer thereof shall be accepted
by the Purchaser as the only express warranty given in respect of the goods.
11.7 Except as provided in this clause 11, all express and implied warranties, guarantees and conditions under statute or
general law as the merchantability, description, quality, suitability or fitness of the Products for any purpose or as
to design, assembly, installation, materials or workmanship or otherwise are hereby expressly excluded (to the
extent to which they may be excluded by law).
PLEASE SEE SAFETYLINK PTY LTD FULL STANDARD TERMS OF CONDITIONS OF SALE FOR FURTHER REFERENCE.
COMPONENTS
Qty Product Description
1 Eyebolt: Standard or Abseil with Locking Hex Nut 316SS
1 Washer: 75mm Rubber Hat
1 RafterLink Base Plate
FIXING RAFTERLINK
Fixing to hardwood F14 or greater use 8 type 17 Hex Head 14g x 75mm screws.
Fixing to softwood less than F14, use 8 type 17 Hex Head 14g x 90mm screws.
4.5mm pilot holes must be drilled into the timber the full length of each screw to avoid timber splitting.
Drilling a hole close to edge of timber, the hole should be slightly angled inward from the edge giving the screw a stronger
hold. Lateral bracing straps must be used if there is a possibility of falling in a direction 45 to 90 degrees to the rafter.
WATERPROOFING
Apply only to a dry surface, use the sealant between the rubber hat washer and the roof sheeting to waterproof the roof.
COMPONENTS
INSTALLATION TO TILES
When installing RafterLinks to a tiled roof you will require flashing to replace tile above rafter.
Size Chart
METRIC: Pipe Size METRIC: Pipe Size IMPERIAL: Pipe Size IMPERIAL: Pipe Size
Base Size
(25° roof pitch) (45° roof pitch) (25° roof pitch) (45° roof pitch)
*EPDM will withstand constant temperatures of -40°C (-40°F) to 115°C (239°F). *Silicone will withstand
constant temperatures of -50°C (-58°F) to 240°C (464°F).
IF ANY DOUBT EXISTS WITH THE STRENGTH OF THE STRUCTURE OR ROOF SHEETS AN ENGINEER SHOULD MAKE THE ASSESSMENT.
DURING INSTALLATION YOU MUST BE SAFE AT ALL TIMES.
INSTALLATION MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY, OR UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF A COMPETENT HEIGHT SAFETY INSTALLER.
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SPACING MUST BE NO GREATER THAN THE RAFTER LENGTH, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR DISTRIBUTOR IF YOU ARE UNSURE.
SAFETYLINK HEIGHT SAFETY SYSTEMS MUST ONLY BE INSTALLED AS PER OUR INSTALLATION GUIDES, TO STRUCTURES AS
SPECIFIED IN THE INSTALLATION MANUAL FOR EACH PRODUCT. SHOULD ANY DOUBT EXIST IN REGARD TO THE STRUCTURES
INTEGRITY AN ENGINEER SHOULD BE CONSULTED.
Example of metal bracing being used to brace if a sideways fall is likely in both directions.
Bracing may be required for sideways loads due to rafter size, location of rafter (high in the hip) and
existing additional structural bracing (existing batten locations, noggins, metal bracing, plywood
decking). Assessment will always need to be made by a competent person for each anchor installation at
time of install.
SafetyLink's design and planning team are here to help work out the positioning of your fall protection
system, ensuring all areas of your roof are accessed safely.
▪ Are all areas of your roof protected, allowing complete access when working at heights?
▪ Are you protected from the ground up, allowing complete access to your roof?
▪ Detailed comprehensive documentation provided e.g. installation guides, testing results, product
sheets should be provided.
▪ SafetyLink can also provide you with a qualified and reputable installer of SafetyLink products.
Contact our design team at info@safetylink.com and we can plan your fall arrest system for you.
A FALL RESCUE PLAN AND SAFE WORK STATEMENT MUST BE DEVELOPED PRIOR TO USING SAFETYLINK
SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT.
PERSONS WORKING AT HEIGHTS SHOULD NOT WORK ALONE.
It is critical that before using any SafetyLink Systems a fall rescue plan is in place for any persons suspended mid-air
following a fall. Serious injury or death can occur in a matter of minutes, particularly if a person’s movement or
breathing is restricted or loss of consciousness has occurred. In accordance with your fall rescue plan and
appropriate first aid procedures it is essential to remove the person from the suspended position as quickly as
possible.
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