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SECTION 07227 - FALL PROTECTION DEVICES
PART 1 – GENERAL
1.01
SUMMARY
A.
B.
1.02
Section Includes: Roof tie-down system of fall restraint and fall arrest for worker safety.
Related Sections:
1. Section 03300 – Cast-In-Place Concrete: Structural requirements for substrate.
2. Section 05310 – Steel Deck.
3. Section 06100 – Rough Carpentry.
4. Section 07500 – Membrane Roofing.
5. Section 07720 – Roof Accessories: Accessories installed on or in roofing (other than
structural or mechanical items).
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A.
General: Provide structural fall restraint and fall arrest system capable of withstanding loads and
stresses within limits and under conditions specified in OSHA and other applicable safety
codes. Provide fall protection anchors permanently attached to roof structure. Provide cable
lifeline system to allow continuous travel past intermediate anchors.
B.
Design Requirements: Anchors and accessories comprising system of following types:
1.
Roof anchors, spaced as indicated, for safety snap connection by individual workers
capable of withstanding a 5,000 pound load or safety factor of 2 meeting the
requirements of OSHA 1926.502(d)(8).
2.
Ridged type anchors that transfer the fall arrest load to the roof structure will not be
accepted.
3.
Continuous stainless steel cable lifeline restrained by swaged terminations at anchor
points, suitable for multiple safety snap connections along cable between anchors.
Tensioning system with tension indicator.
4.
C.
1.03
Performance Requirements: System and components tested for resistance of following loads:
1.
Fall Restraint: 4 persons
2.
Fall Arrest: 4 persons.
3.
Design fall protection anchors to resist at least 5,000 pound applied in any direction at a
height of approximately 12 inches above top of roof deck or provide engineered system
designed meeting the requirements of OSHA 1926.502(d)(8).
4.
Ridged type anchors that transfer the fall arrest load to the roof structure will not be
accepted.
5.
Anchors that are placed on the deck of the structure rather than placed on top of the
finished roof material will not be accepted.
6.
Anchors that do not contain a removable post for “after fall” situations will not be
accepted
7.
Anchors that are not made of stainless steel, including the post will not be accepted.
SUBMITTALS
A.
Product Data: For each type of fall prevention device specified, including manufacturer's
standard fabrication details and installation instructions.
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1.04
B.
Shop Drawings: Show layout, profiles, and anchorage details. Include structural analysis data.
C.
Maintenance Data: Written instructions for maintenance of fall prevention safety devices to be
included in the operation and maintenance manual.
D.
Test Reports: Indicate compliance with required performance requirements.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
Manufacturer Qualifications: Firm having at least 10 years continuous experience in
manufacturing fall safety equipment similar to systems specified and exhibiting records of
successful in-service acceptability and performance.
B.
OSHA Standards: Comply with Occupational Safety and Health Administration Standards for
the Construction Industry 29 CFR § 1926.500 Subpart M (Fall Protection), and with applicable
State Administrative Code safety standards for Fall Restraint and Fall Arrest.
C.
Testing: Perform quality control tests for each system per manufacturer's requirements.
1.05 COORDINATION
A.
Coordinate installation of structural deck to meet requirements of roof anchor manufacturer:
1.
2.
3.
Concrete Deck: Minimum concrete strength, Fc = 2000 psi.
Steel Deck: Minimum 24 gage, or provided with additional deck reinforcing per
manufacturer’s instructions.
Wood Deck: Minimum 11/16 inch CDX Ext. plywood sheathing, or provided with
additional reinforcement per manufacturer’s instructions.
B.
Coordinate installation of structural deck reinforcements and anchorages to receive fall
protection anchors.
C.
Coordinate placement of roofing system insulation and flashings to ensure water-tight integrity
of roof.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.01
MANUFACTURERS
A.
2.02
Provide fall protection system manufactured by XS Platforms BV, 4200 AM Gorinchem, The
Netherlands, and Distributed by Fixfast USA of 6210 S. Indianapolis Road, Whitestown,
Indiana 46075. TF 888 637 7872, Fax 317 769 5560. www.fixfastusa.com.
MATERIALS
A.
Steel Plates, Bars: ASTM A240 / A240M - 09a (Standard Specification for Chromium and
Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip for Pressure Vessels and for General
Applications)
B.
Wire Rope: ASTM A 492 Standard Specification for Stainless Steel Rope Wire
C.
Aluminum: ASTM B221 - 08 Standard Specifications for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy
Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and Tubes
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2.03 MANUFACTURED ASSEMBLIES
A.
Standard Roof Anchors: XS Platforms XTS-Impact anchors, each assembly consisting of an
Aluminum Base Plate, Stainless Steel Bending Shaft, Aluminum Bending Tube and Toggle or
Concrete Anchor.
B.
Tensioner Set: Stainless Steel and Aluminum tensioning unit with turnbuckle and tension
indicator.
C.
Intermediate supports: Intermediate straight and elbow units to attach to XTS Impact posts,
allowing cable to slide freely.
D.
Lifeline: Continuous 8 mm stainless steel cable as tested by fall prevention device manufacturer
to permit worker mobility and safety.
E.
Terminations: Swaged terminations to attach cable to end anchors. Cable clamps are not
acceptable.
F.
Connectors: Locking runner providing secure attachment to cable at any location.
PART 3 – EXECUTION
3.01
3.02
3.03
EXAMINATION
A.
Examine framing and substrate and verify conditions comply with structural requirements for
proper system performance.
B.
Proceed with installation of roof anchors only after verifying conditions are satisfactory.
INSTALLATION
A.
General: Install exterior fall protection system devices by an XTS certified factory trained
personnel according to manufacturer's instructions and recommendations.
B.
Provide on-site inspection and supervision of installation by factory-trained representative.
DEMONSTRATION
A.
Instruct Owner's designated safety engineer in proper use of fall protection safety devices.
B.
Test and adjust system devices. Replace damaged or malfunctioning items.
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