FRAMEPRO PRODUCTS, LLC Guide for Installation Of STACKER-BRACKET � (Fall Protection System) “It is easier to accept the responsibility of a safe Work Attitude, than to live with the consequence of a thoughtless procedure” 900 Business Park Drive, Suite D Dixon, Ca.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction…………………………………………………….2 Material identification and inspection………………………….3 Installation Stage #1: Planning…………………………………………....4 Stage #2: Lay-out…………………………………………….5 Stage #3: Installation……………………………………...5 - 8 Stage #4: Removal……………………………………………9 Special Conditions a. Balloon Walls…………………………………………..10 b. Openings at bracket locations…………………………..10 c. Shear Walls……………………………………………..10 d. Moving an installed bracket………………………….....
INTRODUCTION In the construction industry, falls are the leading cause of worker fatalities. Each year, on the average, between 150 and 200 workers are killed and more than 100,000 are injured as a result of falls at construction sites. The standard for fall protection deals with both the human and equipment-related issues in protecting workers from fall hazards. The unique feature of our product is the way it attaches and detaches to the top plate.
MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION AND INSPECTION There are 4 basic parts to the Stacker-Bracket system. Support Bracket Part #SBBF Top Clamp Guard Rail Post Part # SBTC4,6,8,12 Part # SBGP End Rail Part # SBER INSPECTION Visually inspect all parts: brackets, clamps, guard-rail posts, and end rails, for broken welds, bent components, or stripped threads. Inspect planks and 2 x 4 rails for cracks and splits.
Stage #1: Planning A. Manpower: 1. Minimum of two (2) people trained on installation Procedures B. Tools 1. Roof layout diagram 2. Spray paint or keel (layout) 3. 9/16” deep socket with 3/8” ratchet 4. Spray lubricant or lithium grease 5. Extension ladder with hook C. Stacker Bracket� System 1. One bracket with support brace 2. One top clamp (4” for 2x4 wall – 6” for 2x6 wall, Etc.) 3. One guard rail post per bracket 4.
Stage #2: Layout A. Roof Plan Diagram 1. The first step is to use a roof plan and layout the bracket location. 2. Place a mark on the floor 1’-0” from the outside corner of the building and continue marking the rest of the wall on 8’-0” centers at all eaves. WARNING Never use #1 D. F. 2 x 4’s for spans greater than 8’-0”. 3. When you get to the end of the wall, place a mark on the floor at 1 foot back from the end. 4. Continue around the house until all eave areas are laid out and marked on the floor. 5.
Working from secured ladder (See page 11 for “Ladder Safety”) 3. Hang bracket over top plate at layout location 4. Using a ratchet handle, tighten the eyebolt at least 2 full turns past finger tight. 5. Install attached safety pin EVERY TIME. 6. Install guard rail post, with loops to the outside 7. Complete installing all brackets from a ladder, adding end rails as necessary. 8.
Installing Planks and Rails 1. Spread Trus Joist� Scaffold Planks, 2x4 D.F #1 handrails, to each bracket. 2. Always install first section of planks and rails, from an extension ladder. SAFETY NOTE Do not use a stepladder as a lean-to ladder. 3. From there, complete the entire run of planks and rails from either the scaffold or a ladder.
4. Continue lapping planks in one direction for consistent overlap. (This simplifies the removal process. ) CARPENTRY INSTRUCTIONS Before removing the Stacker Bracket� system, complete all roof carpentry, including the following. � � � � � � � � � � Install all roof vents and frieze blocks All hardware required by engineer. (L50, A35, H1, etc.
Stage #4: Removal Note: Before removal, verify that caution tape is still in place around the entire building and have a Safety Monitor present at all times. Safety Equipment Required (Must meet OSHA regs.) � Full body safety harness (follow mfg. Instructions) � Self-retracting life line (follow mfg. Instructions) � Nail on roof anchors Removal of Bracket System 1. Remove rails, uprights, and planks while working in reverse direction of installation. 2. Stack material on roof jacks, or lower to the ground.
Special Conditions A. Balloon walls O.S.H.A, requires interior fall protection at certain working heights. Since trigger heights vary from state to state, be sure to check local and state requirements. Below is an example of a variable height scaffold for use at interior locations of balloon walls. If you build or erect this first, it makes a good platform to work from while installing the bracket system. Important ! a. Notice both platforms and their heights. b.
Ladder Safety Stairways and ladders are a major source of injuries and fatalities among construction workers. Below are some basic requirements from O.S.H.A. regarding ladder safety. Be sure to check with your local state for any special requirements. � When portable ladders are used for access to an upper landing surface, the side rails MUST extend at least 3’ above the upper landing surface. � Ladders must be used ONLY for the purpose for which they were designed.
Safety Monitor The employer shall designate a competent person to monitor the safety of other employees, and: � Shall be competent to recognize fall hazards � Shall warn an employee when it appears that the employee is unaware of a fall hazard or is acting in an unsafe manner. � Shall be on the same walking/working surface and within visual sighting distance of the employee being monitored. � Shall be close enough to communicate orally with the employee.
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