ACR [M] 002:2015 Rev 2: Testing of roof anchors on roof systems (being Part 2 of the Magenta book)

Advisory Committee for Roofsafety, 2015
ACR [M] 002:2015 Rev 2: Testing of roof anchors on roof systems (being Part 2 of the Magenta book) Download document

Document Status

Current

Supplement

Building Supplement

Abstract

Looks at the testing of fall protection anchor devices used to support horizontal flexible anchor lines, rigid rails and single point anchors connected to the top sheet or underlying structure. This materials standard focuses on responsibilities, testing requirements, test methods, pass criteria and the test report.

History

Materials standard. Replaces ACR [M] 002:2009 Testing of roof anchors on roof systems (magenta book) (Part 2) (ACR, 2009).

Subjects

  • In situ concrete/cement
  • Roofs
  • Cement
  • Special subject areas
  • Health and safety
  • Concrete testing
  • Workplace equipment
  • Building structure
  • Materials
  • Work at height

Publisher History

Established in 1998, the Advisory Committee for Roof Safety (formerly known as Advisory Committee for Roofwork) is a body dedicated to making working on roofs safer. The committee is made up of nominees from trade associations and organisations involved in roofwork who provide the experience and advice given in their documents.

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