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Here, I had to fill the plumbing drain lines with water to the top (from the roof). I use the V-18 ridge anchor, Petzl’s Rig descender, and an 11 mm static rope from PMI to do the work safely.

The Slator roof bracket (available at Slator-USA.com), works beautifully on slate roofs. Once slate is removed in the desired area using a Stortz slate ripper, find a roof rafter and quickly install the bracket with a designated roof ladder. In this video you will also see how we temporarily dry-in the area and set up 1st ascent fall protection so we can climb safely with a tight rope and insta...

Rope ends need to be terminated in a way that keeps them from unraveling. It’s also wonderful if the rope can remain properly labeled. It’s also really cool if you don’t need to use an electric hot knife to do the job properly. Petzl’s new identification label is easy to install and a must if you ever cut your own ropes to length, and especially if OSHA’s regulations apply to your business.

This video shows how our V-18 permanent ridge anchor works and how we customize it for various pitches, rafters, trusses, etc …

I carry these slings with me daily and use them to keep quickly add redirects for anchor points or keep my connectors in the proper orientation under loads. They are used in sport climbing for this exact purpose and very handy. They cost around $10 each. I get mine from Petzl, but I’m sure there are many manufacturers.

I work in attics and on rooftops for a living. Usually my work is at a residential site but I’m on large construction sites a handful of times per year. The GC usually has a high visibility requirement for vests. One of my goals is to be seen so folks know where I am working and walking. This chinstrapped helmet also provides my eye protection and lighting. I’m sure there are many good systems ...

Here, I’ve used a variety of gear to create and project an anchor point above the roofline. The tight rope (zero slack) with the Rig Descender system was critical and allowed me to work with both hands while on the ladder. Gear form Petzl and Slator-USA.

A 2 minute video from different perspectives (along with narration) showing this job’s permanent anchors we are using, along with some great gear from Petzl to keep us optimally safe and comfortable.

A suspension in a fall protection harness can be deadly in as little as six minutes. This video shows how easy it is to use Petzl’s JAG Rescue kit to lower them to the ground quickly, and safely. Calling 911 is not a valid rescue plan. We keep this kit on site during our roofing jobs and make sure everyone knows how to use it.

2 minute video showing a typical job site safe access set up: Gear shown: Petzl's Grillon, Pro-Traxion progress capture pulley, and ASAP Lock mobile fall arrester system.

Copper ridge cap installation

My fall protection technique for asphalt shingle roofs with long ridges.

I only use 2 types of knots for all my roof access work.

Building steps into a slate roof for regularly accessed areas.

Removable, walkable ridge for a slate roof.

If you have to add Bibs to a Slate Roof …

Working on slate without ever stepping on the slate.

How to Easily Cut Curves in Slate

Work Safely on Steep Roofs

Standing Seam Roof Anchor - opinion

Gear set up so the painter won’t walk on the slate roof and ruin it.

Chimney flashing set up: Slate Roof

What if your anchor point is not directly above you?

Hip Roof: Fast Fall Protection using a Rope Only.

Part 5 of 5: V-5 Permanent Anchor Installation

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Part 2 of 5: V-5 Permanent Roof Anchor Installation

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