USER MANUAL ROOF EDGE PROTECTION
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1. 8 1 8 2 In adverse weather conditions such as rain or snow special precautions should be taken to ensure that work can be done safely You may need a safety harness when working on slippery surfaces DO NOT work installing Roof Edge Protection in high winds Dismantling 9 1 9 2 9 3 9 4 Once finished with the Roof Edge Protection make sure any unused material debris and rubble are cleaned or removed to ensure a clear working area When dismantling the Roof Edge Protection work from top to bottom starting at one end and working towards the other end one bay at a time All pieces must be passed or lowered down one bay at a time Do not drop or throw scaffolding as it could result in the injury of others or damage to the equipment The first items removed should be the top guard rails followed by the mid guard rails and the bottom guard rails 9 5 The Hand Rail Posts are removed and lowered down followed by the L Bend S Bend or Z Bend whichever was used 9 6 The Universal Bracket can now be detached and lowered Safety glasses are recommended to avoid loose debris getting into your eyes and helmets must be worn Complete the removal of all items from one level before starting on the lower levels The remainder of the scaffold is dismantled following this pattern working from one end to the other and then going down to the next level Disclaimer This guide provides general information about the obligations2. 125x80x50 0 5 H8 411 412 Retaining Wall Bracket 620x220x40 4 8 H8 412 054 1 Stillage 680x680x695 17 HS S1 6 9 SIMPLE STEPS TO ERECTING AUSTRALIAN SCAFFOLD ROOF EDGE PROTECTION SYSTEM Step 1 Start with the bracket to suit the system chosen most commonly Universal Bracket Attach to roof rafter or wall stud using the tightening bolts to position it and enable fitting either the L Bend S Bend or Z Bend Step 2 Secure the Universal Bracket to timber rafter wall stud using three 10x50mm self tapping roofing screws through the holes provided in the Universal Bracket When anchoring to steel rafters or wall studs use 10x30mm self tapping drilling screws for metal When anchoring to concrete use 10x30mm self tapping drilling screws for concrete Step 3 Select next rafter wall stud anchor point no more than 2 4m span Step 4 Secure the next Universal Bracket and repeat along the perimeter of the roof Step 5 Insert extra Universal Brackets at corners to ensure span does not exceed 2 4 metres Step 6 Insert the L Bend or S Bend or Z Bend as system selected to be used to complete the mounting bracket Step 7 Insert the Hand Rail Post into all completed mounting brackets around the perimeter of the roof with loops facing inward Step 8 Insert bottom Guard Rail sliding it through to the next Hand Rail Post Repeat for mid and top Guard Rails Step 9 Cut Guard Rail at corners to f
3. of employers and users of Australian Scaffold s Edge Protection Systems to maintain safe work practices However this guide is not intended to represent a comprehensive statement of the law or substitute for legal advice Should legal advice be required you should contact WorkCover Worksafe in your state
4. auer FALIAN SCAFFOLD WORK SAFER FASTER SMARTER USER MANUAL ROOF EDGE PROTECTION Australian Scaffolds Tel 1300 919 905 www australianscaffolds com au info australianscaffolds com au Table of Contents Page 1 Design Information and Duty Ratings sssseeeeeeeeeeerrrrrrrrrrrrrrree eneee 3 Ze Storage amp Maintenanc eege 3 3 Access E 4 d EE ee 8 5 Ke0 le EEN 8 6 Safe Working Practice EEN 13 E E TEE 13 8 EMS 13 Een 14 Australian Scaffolds Roof Edge Protection Information amp User Manual Design Information and Duty Ratings 1 1 Live Impact Rating Load 600N Maximum Span between Hand Rail Posts 2 4 metres Maximum roof slope 35 degrees Note the live load duty ratings are as specified by AS NZS 4994 1 2009 Storage amp Maintenance 2 1 All components must be stored off the ground and in an area away from corrosive substances 2 2 While in storage all components must be provided with suitable protection from mechanical damage 2 3 When Roof Edge Protection is not being used it should be stacked in a neat and safe manner in a way that is not dangerous to others 2 4 Components left in the weather should be stacked in such a way as not to collect rain water 2 5 Report any damaged components to your employer or the owner of the scaffold for repairs or replacement Stack damaged items separately 2 6 Components should be cleaned regularly as they can bec
5. e wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment Do not lift any gear up on a scaffold using a pulley block hook or fitting that is visibly worn cracked rusted or otherwise damaged Do not lift any gear up on a scaffold if the hoisting rope is frayed torn or visibly damaged Do not use any scaffold tagged Out of Service or Scaffold Incomplete Do not sit or climb on the guardrails Do not lean out from the guardrails 4 Roof Design Type and System Selection TYPE 1 L BEND EXPOSED EAVES Ji TYPE 3 IRON ROOF f TYPE 5 Z BEND WITH EAVES TYPE 6 TILE ROOF WITH EAVES Transport 5 1 5 2 5 3 Roof Edge Protection components can be easily damaged during transport so care must be taken when arranging their loading and placement on the vehicle Components may be transported in either the vertical or horizontal position but must always be lashed in bundles of not more than 10 Note Where suitable mechanical protection cannot be provided top loading should be considered Roof Edge Protection components are best transported and stored in the S1 Stillage provided Erection Guidelines 6 1 6 2 6 3 6 4 6 5 6 6 6 7 6 8 6 9 Roof Edge Protection over 4 0 metres high must be erected by a competent licensed ticketed scaffolder Hand Rail Posts must not exceed a 2 4 metre span Where a roof slope exceeds 35 degrees roof edge protection should be specifically desig
6. it Do not leave any protruding Guard Rails that could interfere with workers on the roof Step 10 Connect all mid span Guard Rails using a Double Coupler so that Guard Rails are joined by overlapping 300mm Step 11 Connect all corner Guard Rails using a Swivel Coupler making sure internal protrusions are no more than 100mm Step 12 Select and provide space for ladder access Fit 3 x Ladder Access Brackets one each to the top middle and bottom guard rails using Double Couplers At no time should access be attempted through or over the Guard Rails Step 13 Tighten all hand bolts on Hand Rail Posts to make the complete system secure Step 14 Check when using the L Bend that more self tapping roofing screws may be required in the holes provided for extra stability Step 15 Check all Universal Brackets and the completed mounting with the Hand Rail Posts in place are secure Step 16 Check all Guard Rails are secure and cannot slide Step 17 For gable ends attach the Gable Bracket using 4 x 10x50mm self tapping roofing screws and repeat steps above Span not to exceed 2 4 metres Check and follow Step 2 when installing on Steel or Concrete gable ends Step 18 For existing iron roofs use an Iron Roof Bracket placed on top of the existing roof cladding Use spacer bar to correctly position bracket over the roof battens and secure by tek screw using 10x50mm roofing screws Repeat steps above to achieve a secure roof edge protecti
7. ned All Guard Rails should be secured on each corner with a Swivel Coupler All guard rails meeting mid span must be secured with a Double Coupler A minimum of two people are required to erect an Australian Scaffolds system A component list and unit weight is provided on Page 10 Make sure the base structure roof rafters and or wall studs are secure and soundly fixed A Roof Edge Protection system must not be erected on any structures that have not been completed Do not use any component that shows signs of damage Always check to make sure all components are well maintained and suitable for use Seek expert advice if the roof edge protection system is to be set up in an unusual dangerous or unfamiliar work area Select the Roof Edge Protection system that will best fit the job and proceed to Erection Steps Australian Scaffolds Component List and Unit Weights Stock Component Description Size mm Weight Drawing Item No Kgs Number 400 S Bend 620x260x40 3 1 H8 400 401 L Bend 790x450x40 3 1 H8 401 402 Hand Rail Post 1060x100x30 2 6 H8 402 403 Swivel Coupler 125x80x50 0 5 H8 403 404 Universal Bracket 310x170x160 3 8 H8 404 405 Gable Bracket 135x100x35 0 6 H8 405 406 Ladder Access 1200x620x30 4 3 H8 406 407 Z Bend 565x350x40 2 3 H8 407 408 Iron Roof Bracket 700x420x240 6 5 H8 408 409 WA Bracket 400x220x100 3 6 H8 409 410 4 0M Guard Rail 4000x30x30 4 0 H8 410 411 Double Coupler
8. ome blocked with cement or other debris which may obstruct the component parts from going into each other 2 7 All components are galvanized any build up of mortar and other materials must be cleaned off 2 8 Carry out regular maintenance and inspection of all component parts to ensure they are free of damage and operate freely 2 9 All component parts are to be inspected before use and any damaged items should be tagged out of service 2 10 Damaged items should be returned to your supplier for assessment and repair recommendations Repairs to be carried out only by authorized personnel Access amp Safety 3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4 3 5 3 6 3 7 3 8 3 9 Although the required access may vary with each scaffold arrangement it will be necessary for all access ladders to comply with Australian Standards be of sound condition and be secured at each landing Ladder access can be made by installing Ladder Access at appropriate intervals in the Roof Edge Protection guard rails A scaffold must not be erected within 4 metres of low voltage power lines such as to a residence Where it is necessary to erect a scaffold closer than 4 metres to low voltage power lines or where there is doubt of the voltage do not proceed without written authority from the local power supply authority Note Victorian regulations require clearances of 4 6 metres horizontally and 5 metres vertically from the overhead wires Make sure you ar
9. on Span not to exceed 2 4 metres Step 19 For retaining wall protection fit a Retaining Wall Bracket and repeat steps above to achieve a secure barrier edge protection Span not to exceed 2 4 metres Safe Working Practice 7 1 Once the Roof Edge Protection system has been erected and accepted as a safety barrier the users are responsible for using the barrier in a manner that minimises risk to themselves and others Your employer must ensure you have sufficient knowledge or experience to do so 7 2 3 9 7 4 7 5 7 6 Do not lean any working materials on the Guard Rail or use them for any sort of leverage Any building debris and waste material should be progressively removed Debris generated during use should be confined within the working platform Working debris must not be allowed to fall from the working area Use chutes for debris or lower materials debris by hoist Electrical leads or equipment used erecting the Roof Edge Protection system must be tagged with a recent date inspection tag and are in good working order Where the Roof Edge Protection is in close proximity to power lines the handling of reinforcing steel rods and other long metal items should be carried in a manner that preserves the safe minimum distance of 4 metres from the power lines Roof Edge Protection is made from steel and is electrically conductive Any faulty electrical equipment used could result in a fatal injury Adverse Weather
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