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Everything You Need To Know About Keeping Your Anchor Point Safe

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Before using roof anchor points in Australia , it is crucial to ensure they are safe. If you have ever taken fall protection classes, you have heard references to the things involved in personal fall protection systems, body harness, anchorage and connecting device. Let us take a look at a few things you need to know to keep your anchor point safe. The role of the employer Before using any rope descent system, the owner should inform the employer in writing that he has identified, tested, maintained and certified every anchorage so it is capable of supporting at least 268KG in any direction for every employee attached. This information should be based on an annual inspection by a professional who has the necessary qualifications and certifications of each anchorage. The employer must ensure that no worker uses any anchorage before the employer gets written information from the owner of the building that every anchorage meets the requirements. When using roof safety systems in Aus...