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Roof anchor point: connecting where a fall is possible

On a roof, the fall risk is everywhere: edge, verge, ridge, rooflight. A roof anchor point gives the worker a reliable point to connect their fall arrester to, suited to the type of roof covering. KRATOS SAFETY offers anchors for tiled roofs, trapezoidal steel sheet, standing seam, flat roofs and timber structures, for one user.

Choosing an anchor for the roof covering

  • Tiles: an anchor point that slides under the tile and is fixed to the roof structure, without piercing the covering.
  • Trapezoidal steel sheet or standing seam: an anchor fixed to the ribs or seams of the covering, without penetrating the waterproofing.
  • Flat roofs: an anchor fixed to the slab, in the middle of the work area.
  • Roof structures under construction: a reusable carpenter's anchor point, moved from one site to the next.
  • Roof edges: an edge anchor, for roofing or metal roofing work along the edge.

The 360° rotating anchors are designed for a self-retracting lifeline: the anchor pivots and follows the user, which prevents the cable or webbing from rubbing against the roof covering. The SRL used must be certified for horizontal use (sharp edge).

Standards and regulations for roof anchors

Roof anchor points are certified to EN 795:

  • type A for anchors permanently fixed to the structure,
  • type B for temporary, reusable anchors.

A permanently installed anchor is part of the building: its strength depends on the support, hence the importance of following the installation guide and checking the type of roof covering and structure. The user instructions, technical data sheet and compliance documents are in the Documents tab of each product page.

Completing your equipment

To move along the whole roof, a permanent lifeline links several anchors.

Maintenance and inspection

  • Before each use: visual check of the anchor, its fixing and the condition of the surrounding roof covering.
  • Periodic inspection at least once a year by a competent person, according to the user instructions.
  • After an arrested fall: take the anchor out of use until it has been inspected or replaced.