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- Page 1 Post Anchor Manual FS-EX325 FS-EX326 STANDARDS OSHA 1926.502, 1910.140, 1910.66 V3. 2024 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00116...
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Page 2: User Information
Read and understand instructions before using equipment! Do not throw away instructions! Always verify the latest revision of the Safewaze Manual is being utilized. Visit the Safewaze website, or contact Customer Service, for updated manuals. IMPORTANT: • Please refer to this manual for essential instructions on the use, care, or suitability of this equipment for your application. - Page 3 Women who are pregnant and individuals considered minors must not use any Safewaze equipment. • Do not alter or misuse equipment. Only Safewaze, or entities authorized in writing by Safewaze, may make repairs to Safewaze fall protection equipment.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Installation of Anchor (Concrete) ► ► 16.0 Installation of Anchor (Steel) ► ► 17.0 Inspection & Maintenance ► ► 18.0 Label ► ► 19.0 Anchor Inspection Form ► ► 20.0 Annual Inspection Form ► ► V3. 2024 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00116... -
Page 5: Introduction
► 1.0 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a Safewaze Post Anchor. The anchor is intended for use as part of a complete Personal Fall Arrest, Restraint, Work Positioning, or Rescue System. The Post Anchor is a fixed, permanent anchor designed for installation on wood, steel, and concrete. -
Page 6: Rescue Plan
(2267.9 kg) per user attached. Or, anchorages for attachment shall be designed, installed, and used as part of a complete PFAS which maintains a safety factor of at least two and is under the supervision of a Qualified Person. V3. 2024 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00116... -
Page 7: Allowed Anchorage Applications
• Fall Clearance: Fall Clearance (FC) is the total combined values of the Rope Elongation, Lanyard Length, Deceleration Distance, Harness Stretch, Height of Worker, and Safety Factor. Safewaze uses a 2 ft. Safety Factor. The Safety Factor includes fall arrester slippage. Refer to the chosen PFAS system's product manual when calculating fall clearance. -
Page 8: Product Specifications
Note: Numbers used in these examples are based on ZERO offset and setback with the anchor directly overhead or below, to represent an in-line Fall Clearance calculation. Consult with a Competent Person when working in different scenarios and when using non-Safewaze equipment. V3. 2024 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00116... - Page 9 BELOW D-RING EXAMPLE HEIGHT OF ANCHOR WORKING SURFACE LANYARD LENGTH DECELERATION DISTANCE 60" MAX. PER ANSI Z359.13-2013 HARNESS STRETCH 1.5' 18" MAX. PER ANSI Z359.11-2021 HEIGHT OF WORKER WORKING SURFACE TO DORSAL D-RING SAFETY FACTOR V3. 2024 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00116...
- Page 10 REFER TO MANUAL FOR PUBLISHED ARREST DISTANCES PER ANSI 1.5' Z359.14-2021 CLASS 2 HARNESS STRETCH 1.5' 18" MAX. PER ANSI Z359.11-2021 HEIGHT OF WORKER WORKING SURFACE TO DORSAL D-RING SAFETY FACTOR SWING FALL DROP DISTANCE V3. 2024 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00116...
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Page 11: Compatibility Of Connectors
► ► 10.0 COMPATIBILITY OF CONNECTORS • Safewaze equipment is designed for, and tested with, associated Safewaze components or systems. If substitutions or replacements are made, ensure all components meet the applicable ANSI requirements. Read and follow manufacturer’s instructions for all components and subsystems in your PFAS. Not following this guidance may jeopardize compatibility of equipment and possibly affect the safety and reliability of the system. -
Page 12: Making Connections
Ensure all connectors are fully closed and locked. Safewaze connectors (hooks, carabiners, and D-rings) are designed to be used only as specified in each product’s manual. See Figure 3 for examples of inappropriate connections. - Page 13 Perpendicular (Either Direction) 53° 9' 9'' 45° 11' 7'' 38° 13' 3'' 33° 14' 6'' 30° 28° 17' 2'' 26° 18' 3'' 24° 19' 4'' 23° 19' 10'' 21° 21' 4'' 21° 22' 3'' 21° V3. 2024 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00116...
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Page 14: Installation Of Anchor (Engineered Wood)
(Fig. 1). 2. Fasten support blocks with (11) #14 x 3'' screws on each truss at 4'' on center. 3. Measure and cut (2) 3/4'' CDX plywood sheets and place onto support blocks (Fig. 2). V3. 2024 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00116... -
Page 15: Installation Of Anchor (Existing Wood)
User must use a 3/4'' thick CDX plywood backer and 2'' x 6'' plywood for support blocks*. * Note: Support blocks are only necessary for an undermount installation. Support blocks are not needed in a surface-mount installation. V3. 2024 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00116... - Page 16 (Fig. 3). Make sure anchor is centered on a truss and aligned with the support blocks as described in Step 3. 5. Ensure all fasteners are fully embedded into wood for proper installation (Fig. 4). V3. 2024 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00116...
- Page 17 4. Install the anchor on the backer board using (40) #14-10 x 3'' grade 8 hex head screws (Fig. 2). Make sure anchor is centered on a truss as described in Step 1. 5. Ensure all fasteners are fully embedded into wood for proper installation (Figs. 3 & 4). V3. 2024 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00116...
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Page 18: Installation Of Anchor (Concrete)
1. Install the anchor a minimum of 8'' away from all edges using (8) 1/2'' Hilti HIT-Z Rods. Fasteners must be installed with a minimum embedment of 3-1/2'' (Fig. 1) 2. Ensure all fasteners are fully embedded into concrete for proper installation. V3. 2024 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00116... -
Page 19: Installation Of Anchor (Steel)
1. Install the anchor using (40) #14-14 x 2'' Screws. Fasteners must fully penetrate metal decking by at least 1/4'' (Fig. 1) 2. Ensure all fasteners are fully embedded into metal decking for proper installation. V3. 2024 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00116... -
Page 20: Inspection & Maintenance
Inspect all components of the anchor (Images 1 & 2). Repairs: Only Safewaze, or entities authorized in writing by Safewaze, may make repairs to Safewaze fall protection equipment. Cleaning: The anchor can be cleaned with water and mild soap. -
Page 21: Label
A Competent Person must complete a formal inspection of this unit every 6 mos. If equipment fails inspection, IMMEDIATELY REMOVE THE UNIT FROM SERVICE. Do not remove label. Must follow all manufacturer’s instructions included with the equipment at the time of shipment. Meets: OSHA 1926.502, 1910.140, 1910.66 01165R1 V3. 2024 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00116... -
Page 22: Anchor Inspection Form
Cuts / Burns / Holes Integrity of Welds / Rivets Labels Paint Contamination Stitching / Wire Condition Heat Corrosion / UV Damage Separation / Bird-Caging NOTES 225 Wilshire Avenue SW, Concord NC 28025 • 800-230-0319 • www.safewaze.com V3. 2024 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00116... -
Page 23: Annual Inspection Form
ANNUAL INSPECTION FORM Inspection Inspector: Pass/Fail: Comments/ Date: Corrective Action: V3. 2024 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00116... - Page 24 Address: 225 Wilshire Ave SW, Concord, NC 28025 Phone: (800) 230-0319 Fax: 704-262-9051 Email: info@safewaze.com Website: safewaze.com V3. 2024 Copyright Safewaze: 220-00116...
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